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Clarke University Application for Voluntary Postsecondary Registration in Iowa July 13, 2018

STAFF ACTION: Approve Clarke University’s voluntary application for postsecondary registration in Iowa for a two-year term that begins retroactively on June 11, 2018 through June 11, 2020.

Registration Purpose Clarke University lawfully operates a postsecondary, degree-granting institution in Iowa under an exemption from registration in Iowa Code §261B.11(1)(j): “Higher education institutions that meet the criteria established under §261.9(1).” These criteria establish institutional eligibility for the Iowa Tuition Grant Program, and the University meets the criteria. Whether an institution actually awards funds from this state grant program is immaterial.

Thus, Clarke University is not required to seek the explicit approval of the State of Iowa in order to lawfully offer postsecondary degree programs in Iowa. Additionally, for the purpose of the federal Department of Education’s rules in 34 CFR 600.9 that require federal student aid participating schools to be authorized by an action of the State in which the school is located, the University is listed in Iowa Administrative Code 283-Chapter 21, by name, as a private, nonprofit, degree-granting postsecondary educational institution that lawfully operates in Iowa.

However, in order to participate in the Commission’s interstate distance education reciprocity program also known as SARA, an Iowa institution must be in compliance with Iowa Code Chapter 261B, either by seeking the Commission’s approval as an exempt school under Iowa Code Section 261B.11(2), or maintaining the Commission’s approval as a registered school. Clarke University has elected to renew its official designation as a registered school.

Institutional Information Clarke University is a private, non-profit postsecondary institution that provides instruction via face-to-face and distance education delivery modalities from its main campus located at 1550 Clarke Drive, Dubuque, Iowa. Clarke also provides instruction at additional locations in Dubuque and Cedar Falls, Iowa. The University’s chief executive officer is Joanne M. Burrows, Ph.D. at the main campus address. The designated Iowa contact person for the University is Susan Burns, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty, at the main campus address. The Iowa Secretary of State records an active, domestic non-profit corporation registration #56009 for Clarke University. The Iowa registered agent is the University’s President, Joanne M. Burrows.

Governance: Clarke University’s governing body is the Board of Trustees, comprised of the following individuals:

• Robert C. Wahlert, Chair: Doctor of Corporate Development, Hormel Foods Corporation, Austin, MN. • Mary Rose Corrigan-Psihoyos, Vice Chair: Public Health Specialist, City of Dubuque, Iowa. • Joanne M. Burrows, SC, Ph.D., member: Clarke University President. • Karen Chiappetta, member: Partner/Owner, The Sire Group, Ltd., Elmhurst, IL. • Margaret Mary Cosgrove, BVM, member: Sisters of Charity BVM, Dubuque, IA. • Carolyn Farrell, BVM, member: Sisters of Charity BVM, Dubuque, IA. • Carolyn FitzGerald Gantz, member: Alumna, Dubuque, IA. • Margaret Geraghty, BVM, Ph.D., member: Sisters of Charity BVM, Chicago, IL. • Teri Hawks Goodman, member: Assistant City Management, City of Dubuque, IA. • Richard Gregory, member: President, FloorShow Companies, Dubuque, IA. • Teri Hadro, BVM, member: President of the Congregation, Sisters of Charity BVM, Dubuque, IA. • Ann Harrington, BVM, Ph.D., member: Professor Emerita, Loyola University; Dubuque, IA. • Suzanne McGovern Juergens, member: Alumna, Dubuque, IA. • Nancy Swift Klauer, member: Alumna, Dubuque, IA. • Jason M. Knockel, member: CEO, Kunkel & Associates, Dubuque, IA. • Ann McDonough, member: Co-Owner, Plane Art Designs, Inc., Dubuque, IA. • Dennis J. Powers, member: Dubuque, IA. • Regina M. Qualls, BVM, member: Sisters of Charity BVM, Dubuque, IA. • Maureen Quann, JD, member: Assistant City Attorney, City of Dubuque, IA. • Rev. Mark Ressler, member: Parish Pastor, Hiawatha, IA. • Cathy Schulze, member: Financial Consultant, Lake in the Hills, IL. • Jane Daly Seaberg, member: Education and Non-Profits Consultant, Doylestown, PA. • Johnson D. Stavnes, member: Managing Director, Integrus Consulting, Bettendorf, IA. • James H. Thompson, member: Chariman, Stoney Creek Hospitality Corp., West Des Moines, IA. • Mark Wahlert, member: Executive Director, DBQ Symphony Orchestra, Dubuque, IA. • Jenifer Collins Westphal, member: Executive Producer, Wavelength Productions, Newton Square, PA. • Ronald C. Wilgenbusch, member: Rea Admiral U.S. Navy (retired), Vienna, VA. • Thomas P. Williams, DDS, member: Oral Surgeon (retired), Dubuque, IA • Matthew Zelle, member: Artist Manager; Alumni Board Representative, New York, NY. • Mary Ann Zollman, BVM, Ph.D., member: Sisters of Charity BVM, Dubuque, IA.

The following individuals comprise the academic and operational leadership of the University, also known as the Cabinet:

• Joanne Burros, SC, Ph.D., President: Sister Joanne has been President of the University for 12 years, during which time she developed two comprehensive strategic plans and a master facilities plan. She also launched the largest capital campaign in University history. The University has experienced enrollment growth, as well as facility and academic program expansion during her tenure. Sister Joanne is a highly respected leader in the Dubuque area and in the higher education community. She is on the Executive Board of the Great Dubuque Development Corporation and has served this group as Chair. She is on the Board for Opening Doors, which operates the Maria House and Teresa Shelter in Dubuque. She is a Trustee for the College of Mount St. Joseph, and Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees for the Higher Learning Commission. Prior to joining the University community, she served in several leadership capacities at institutions of higher education including Chief Academic Officer; Academic Dean; Chair of the Department of Educational Leadership; Coordinator of a distance education doctoral program in higher education leadership; Assistant Dean of Students; and Director of Residence Life. Sister Joann holds a Ph.D. in higher education, and a Master of Arts in Theology.

• Bill Biebuyck, Vice President for Institutional Advancement: In this role, Mr. Biebuyck oversees all aspects of the University’s development office including annual funding, major gifts, alumni relations, capital campaign, and stewardship. Mr. Biebuyck is a veteran fundraiser with over 25 years of experience in nonprofit and higher education fundraising. Before joining Clarke University, Mr. Biebuyck was the Vice President for University Advancement at the University of St. Francis; Vice President and Chief Development Officer at Alma College; and Senior Vice President and Chief Development Officer for Staff Commonwealth, an international child and family services organization; and Chief Executive Officer of the Think First National Injury Prevention Foundation.

• Susan Burns, Vice President for Academic Affairs: Dr. Burns has been in this role at Clarke University for four years. She came to the University from Morningside College in Sioux City, Iowa, where she was the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs. She also served Morningside as the Interim Chair of the Biology and Chemistry Department, and was a full professor providing instruction in psychology and statistics. In addition, Dr. Burns has extensive research experience, overseeing research in psychology at Morningside College. Dr. Burns has a Master of Science in Experimental Psychology and a Ph.D. in Social-Personality Psychology with an emphasis on child development.

• Daisy Halvorson, Vice President for Business and Finance: Ms. Halvorson has been in her current role at Clarke University since 2013. She oversees all aspects of the University’s budgeting and investment strategies and supervises the business office, campus store, conferences and events, facilities, food services, human resources, and information technology. Ms. Halvorson came to the University from Mount Marty College where she served for eleven years, including as Vice President for Finance and Administration. Ms. Halvorson has an MBA and is a doctoral candidate at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota.

• Kate Zanger, Vice President for Student Life: Ms. Zanger has been in her current role at Clarke University for over 20 years. As the University’s chief student affairs officer, Ms. Zanger creates a positive campus environment and provides learning opportunities, services, and facilities that challenge and support students in reaching their fullest potential in and outside of the classroom. Ms. Zanger’s entire professional career has been in Catholic higher education. She is the former Assistant Dean of Students at The College of Saint Rose in New York, and the former Dean of Students at The Catholic University of American in Washington, D.C. Ms. Zanger has a Masters Degree in Counseling and Student Personnel Services, and an Educational Specialist Degree (Ed.S.).

Physical facilities: A map of the campus is available online at http://www.clarke.edu/page.aspx?id=8546. Detailed information about the University’s academic and other student-centered facilities is contained in the University Catalog at https://www.clarke.edu/wp-content/uploads/AA_2017-2018-Catalog_WEB.pdf:

• Wahlert Atrium: This 56-foot-high glass structure is the main entrance to the University. The Atrium complex contains the Haas Administrative Offices that include student services such as admissions, academic affairs, financial aid, the registrar, student accounts, and the business office. The Atrium also houses the Schrup Library, Music Education Lab, Jansen Music Hall, the Electronic Piano Studio, Art Print Studio, Two- Dimensional Art Studio, Quigley Gallery, and Sacred Heart Chapel. The Schrup Library houses the Margaret Mann Academic Resource Center and the Lingen Technology Center.

• The Marie Miske Center for Science Inquiry provides 46,000 square feet of flexible and modern spaces designed to seamlessly integrate lecture and lab areas while fostering a collaborative, hands-on learning environment.

• Jansen Music Hall includes a 235-seat performance hall that features state-of-the-art acoustics for music department productions, cultural events, lectures, and music classes.

• Catherine Byrne Hall is the main classroom building and houses the Alumnae Lecture Hall, faculty offices, a greenhouse, planetarium, language laboratory, science laboratories, nursing multimedia center, gross anatomy lab, Sims lab, Food Science lab, and multimedia physical therapy classrooms.

• Eliza Kelly Hall is the home to art studios, the electronic graphic design studio, computerized drama set and scenery lab, music studios, music practice rooms, faculty offices, classrooms, and a sculpture garden.

• Mary Benedict Hall houses approximately 230 female students on five floors that include a formal lounge, the Terrace Lounge, and a rooftop sun deck.

• Mary Frances Hall houses approximately 100 upper-class students. The Stoltz Student Life Wing houses the offices for student life, campus ministry, career services, the Clarke Student Association (CSA), Clarke Activities Board (CAB), the Counseling Center, and multicultural student services.

• Mary Josita Hall houses approximately 120 male and female students on three floors and contains faculty offices on the first floor. The Hall's ground level includes the Student Dining Room, athletic training and education department classrooms, conference rooms, health services, residence life, security, an art studio, and the Drama Department costume shop.

• The Catherine Dunn Apartment Complex contains 16 apartment suites that can accommodate up to 96 students. Each unit contains six bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a common living/dining/kitchen area.

• The Robert and Ruth Kehl Center is Clarke’s sports and recreation complex. The 54,000-square-foot facility houses three basketball/volleyball courts, a racquetball court, a 1/10th-mile elevated running track, locker rooms, a training room with whirlpool, weight room, athletic offices, conference room, and the Allendorf Classroom. Adjacent to the Kehl Center is the Physical Activity Center.

• The Student Activity Center contains the Crusader Café, Whitlow Campus Store, Campus Mail Center, Conlon Game Room, Gallagher Movie Lounge, and Kehl Terrace. The activity center is the location for a wide variety of activities such as dances, concerts, entertainers, and other student gatherings.

• Terence Donaghoe Hall, a 700-seat theater, is the primary performance venue for Drama Department productions.

• Wahlert Sports Complex consists of the soccer field, tennis courts, and a walking fitness trail around the perimeter of the campus.

• Gantz Athletic Practice Center is an indoor practice area consisting of 14,400 square feet. The facility also includes offices for coaches, and space for equipment storage and athletic camps.

Instructional Methodology: Clarke University offers courses and programs via in-person instruction, distance education, and in a hybrid format, i.e., a combination of both online and in-person instruction. In a hybrid course or program, traditional face-to-face instruction is reduced but not eliminated, and education received is the same as in a face-to-face class. Skills necessary for hybrid courses and programs include downloading files, attaching document files to email, and using word processing software. Instructors provide students with orientation to the class on the first scheduled class meeting.

The University uses Moodle as its online Learning Management System. Students attend mandatory orientation provided by their instructor before their first hybrid course. An online orientation learning module is also available to students through the online student portal. Through Moodle, students access course content including assignments, participate in asynchronous, online discussion forums, receive course updates via email, access assignment feedback, quizzes, and grades, and respond to surveys about courses and course instructors. Moodle also facilitates online chat, allowing for real-time synchronous discussion. Attendance for the class meeting on campus will follow the same policy as a traditional class. An on-line class absence may be identified as a missed assignment or inactivity in the course site, which the instructor is able to track. It is up to the instructor to determine their specific grading, attendance, and participation standards, which should be listed in their syllabus.

Accreditation: Clarke University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accrediting agency recognized by the federal Department of Education. In addition, the University has programmatic accreditation from the following entities, all of which are also recognized by the federal Department of Education for the accreditation of programs in certain specific topical areas:

• The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), for the University’s baccalaureate and doctoral level nursing programs. • American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), for the University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy.

The University maintains other programmatic accreditation that, while not recognized by the federal Department of Education, is key to qualifying graduates for professional licensure in Iowa in certain professions. This additional accreditation is discussed under the list of programs the University offers, below.

Federal Stafford Loan Cohort Default Rate (FY2014): 4.8%. For comparison purposes, the national average default rate of all schools for the same reporting period is 11.5%.

Graduation Rate (the percentage of first-time, full-time undergraduate students who graduated within 150% of the normal time for program completion as reported to the federal Department of Education): 63%.

Average Loan Debt upon Graduation: $32,703.

Record Preservation: Student records that are created and managed with Moodle are part of the network files. The University network files and the Datatel information system are backed up nightly, seven days a week by the information technology office. The day one tape is put in the tape drive on the first day of the month and runs that night; the day two tape is used on the second day of the month, and so on. Network and Datatel tapes are rotated on a monthly basis. All day one tapes are kept off-site. Any paper copy of a student record is stored in the appropriate academic office and stored according to the internal retention schedule.

The University retains grade records (transcripts) permanently. In the event the University closes, it is subject to Iowa Code Chapter 264 which requires permanent storage of student transcripts at the University of Iowa.

Transcript Requests: Any current or former student wishing to obtain a transcript may do so by contacting:

Clarke University Registrar’s Office 1550 Clarke Drive Dubuque, IA 52001 (563) 588-6314, ext. 3 [email protected] https://www.clarke.edu/faculty-and-staff/transcripts/

Student Learning Resources: The Nicholas J. Schrup Library https://www.clarke.edu/academics/library/ maintains an online collection of resources that include 57 databases; 90,000 online electronic books; 40,000 online electronic full text journals; and 35 Library Guides organized by subject matter. The Library’s collections are searchable through an online Library Catalog, Journal Finder, and Academic OneFile, which provides access to popular and scholarly articles. The University Library also participates in InterLibrary Loan http://libguides.clarke.edu/ILL, which makes materials that the Library does not have in its collections accessible on loan from other libraries. Articles requested through InterLibrary Loan are generally emailed to students. Distance education students may make arrangements in advance to have paper materials sent to the student through the U.S. mail.

Dedicated Library staff https://www.clarke.edu/person/?dept=569 are available to assist students with research via email, telephone (not toll free), or chat. Regular Library hours during a semester are Monday through Thursday 7:30 am to 11 pm; Friday 7:30 am to 5:30 pm; Saturday 12 noon to 6 pm; and Sunday 11 am to 11 pm.

Other academic and student support services available to students attending Clarke University include the following:

• The Margaret Mann Academic Resource (MARC) Center https://www.clarke.edu/academics/support-services-2/the-marc/learning-center/: The MARC Center offers student-centered academic support to all students through the services of a learning specialist, academic coaches, and academic trainers. Students may make an appointment for peer mentoring to develop effective study, time management, note-taking, learning, and reading strategies. Subject-specific coaching is available by appointment for individuals or groups in the areas of math, science, business, nursing, philosophy, literature, and Spanish. Undergraduate and graduate students may also schedule a consultation with a dedicated Learning Specialist to help the student develop appropriate learning tools and strategies necessary for postsecondary education. The MARC also supports the University’s Writing Center https://www.clarke.edu/academics/support-services-2/the-marc/writing-center/. At the Writing Center, undergraduate and graduate students may schedule an appointment for coaching by staff or peers in areas that include formulating ideas for the content of a paper; revising and editing; proofreading; documentation and formatting; and professional writing including resumes, cover letters, and applications. The Writing Center also makes some self-help guides https://www.clarke.edu/academics/support- services-2/the-marc/writing-center/writing-center-resources/ available on its website in areas that include college writing and speaking guides; tips for writing thesis statements; opinion versus persuasive versus argumentative writing; writing critical essays and analyses; executive summaries; and analyzing poetry, novels, short stories, and plays.

• The Clarke Compass https://www.clarke.edu/academics/the-clarke-compass/what-is- the-clarke-compass/ helps a student track his or her University experiences so that upon graduation, the student has a tangible, all-inclusive resume to present at employment or graduate school interviews that covers major coursework, general education, internships, service, extra-curricular and co-curricular activities. Through participation in the Clarke Compass, students achieve eight outcomes: spiritual growth, communication, critical thinking, integration of knowledge, intercultural engagement, leadership, professional preparedness, and self-sufficiency.

• Career Services https://www.clarke.edu/academics/careers-internships/ offers career readiness support from the first year of University attendance that helps students explore careers, opportunities for job shadowing and internships, and assists students with graduate or professional school planning and resources. Students may access self-help tools on the Career Services web page https://www.clarke.edu/academics/careers-internships/resource-library/ or schedule an appointment with a career services counselor for advice on writing a resume and cover letter, creating a portfolio, interviewing, networking, and job searches.

• Counseling Services https://www.clarke.edu/campus-life/health-wellness/counseling/ are available to assist University students in their pursuit of a contented and well- balanced life as they strive for academic, personal, and intellectual growth. Confidential counseling consultations are available by appointment Monday through Friday from 8 am to 4:30 pm. Counseling Services can help make appropriate referrals in order to assist students in better meeting their needs, and staff work closely with other Student Life employees in an effort to support all aspects of the student’s college experience. Students may also independently access articles and advice posted on the Counseling Services web page https://www.clarke.edu/campus-life/health- wellness/counseling/articles-advice/ on topics such as new student adjustment, homesickness, essential skills for college students, alcohol usage, stress, managing conflict, motivation, and identifying a distressed student.

Curriculum Evaluation and Development: The Academic Innovation Team (AIT) https://www.clarke.edu/faculty-and-staff/intranet-academic-innovation-team/ is responsible for (academic) environmental scanning year-round, coordinating the review of new academic program proposals, and supplying supporting materials to program pre- proposals (e.g., market analysis) and full program proposals (e.g., marketing and recruitment plans and budget projections).

The Academic Innovation Team consists of a core team and ad-hoc review teams. Unlike the core team, the ad-hoc review teams will vary in composition for each new program proposal being evaluated. AIT core team members include the Vice President for Academic Affairs (Chair); a representative(s) from Marketing; the Dean of Undergraduate Studies; the Dean of Adult and Graduate Studies; the Vice President for Enrollment Management; the Chair of, or designate from, the Educational Policy Committee (EPC); the Chair of, or designate from, Graduate Policy Committee (GPC); and two additional faculty members elected by Faculty Senate.

Each full proposal will require the formation of a new ad-hoc review team that will include representation from the core team and additional members. Additional ad-hoc review team members include representatives from Division Chairs (as determined by the AIT core team and connected to the pre-proposed program); a representative from the Business and Finance Office; the faculty or staff champion of the pre-proposed program; a representative from the Financial Aid Office; the Director of Compass and Career Services or a designate, and experts in the field as needed.

Ideas for new programs can come from three sources: internal constituents (e.g., faculty or staff), external constituents (e.g., alumni or members of the Board of Trustees), or the AIT’s ongoing environmental scanning. When new ideas are generated or submitted, the AIT core team will conduct initial market analysis to see if a pre-proposal should be developed. If a pre-proposal is warranted, the core team will seek faculty member(s) to develop a brief pre-proposal. Faculty members are welcome to submit pre-proposals without first submitting an idea to AIT.

When a program pre-proposal is received, the core AIT will conduct a supporting market analysis. If, based on the market analysis, the pre-proposal is not approved and additional information is needed, then the faculty member may work with the core AIT to seek additional information before resubmitting the pre-proposal. If the AIT does not approve the pre-proposal and does not need additional information, then the program will not be pursued by the University. If the pre-proposal is approved by the core AIT team, then the faculty member(s) will be asked to submit a full proposal for review by the full AIT, which includes the core team and additional ad-hoc review members.

If the full proposal is not approved and more data is necessary, then the faculty member(s) may work with the core AIT to seek additional information before resubmitting the full proposal. If the team does not approve the full proposal and additional information is not needed, then the program will not be pursued by the University. If the full AIT team (core and additional ad-hoc review members) approves the full proposal, then the faculty member(s) will complete the necessary forms and the Department Chair will submit a complete program proposal package to, as applicable, the Educational Policy Committee (EPC) for undergraduate program proposals, or the Graduate Policy Committee (GPC) for graduate program proposals.

If the curriculum submission to the EPC or GPC is not approved, then the faculty member(s) and Department Chair will revise and resubmit to the EPC or GPC. Upon EPC or GPC approval, catalog text is created, marketing and recruitment plans are implemented, and the program launches. The core team of the AIT is responsible for post- approval monitoring of newly launched programs.

The EPC is the policy formulating body for all matters of an academic nature pertaining to undergraduate studies. This group works in conjunction with the General Education Advisory Committee (GEAC) to ensure that the composition of the undergraduate curriculum fulfills the major requirements for each specific program and that the quality of the liberal arts curriculum is maintained. The EPC and GEAC communicate their recommendations to the academic department for any subsequent Committee decision requiring curriculum change and implementation.

The GPC is responsible for establishing and reviewing policies and procedures governing graduate education. The GPC evaluates revisions in existing programs and makes recommendations to the administration for action. New courses, courses requiring minor revision and academic procedures related to graduate programs are reviewed and acted upon by this Committee.

Student Complaints Process: Clarke University seeks to resolve all student concerns in a timely and effective manner. The complaint process serves as an ongoing means for students to discuss or register complaints that pertain to alleged violations of state consumer protection laws that include but are not limited to fraud and false advertising, alleged violations of state laws or rules relating to the licensure of postsecondary institutions, and complaints relating to the quality of education or other state or accreditation requirements.

Any student who believes he or she has been subject to unjust actions or denied his or her rights is expected to make a reasonable effort to resolve the matter before seeking formal resolution. To that end, Clarke University recommends the student request a meeting with the parties directly involved. During the meeting, students should describe the nature of the complaint and a desirable resolution. The University encourages both parties to work try to find a fair and satisfactory resolution.

If the parties involved in a complaint are unable to find a satisfactory resolution and further action is deemed appropriate, the student must follow the specific procedures for the specific complaint as outlined in the University Catalog or Student Handbook (e.g., for FERPA related issues or discrimination and harassment complaints). If a student has a complaint and is unsure with whom to address the concern, the student may complete the Student Complaint Assistance Form, which can be found on the University website at https://www.clarke.edu/intranet-current-students/intranet-complaint-process/student- complaint-assistance-form/. These forms are received by the University Marketing Department, who forwards them to the appropriate University office within 24 hours. Students can expect an initial response to a complaint submitted via the Student Complaint Assistance Form within 24 hours.

The University’s student complaint resolution process is outlined in the University Catalog and on a webpage devoted to the topic at https://www.clarke.edu/intranet-current- students/intranet-complaint-process/. At this web location, students may also find contact information for the various University academic and operational departments.

Programs Offered Under Registration (Note: The programs listed below are only those for which Clarke believes coverage under the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA) may be necessary. However, the University’s registration authorization to operate at a location in Iowa is at the institutional level; the Commission authorizes the institution to offer all of its programs in Iowa.)

In addition to campus based programs which may offer field experiences, Clarke also offers hybrid programs in their Time Saver Program – Adult Studies. The estimated total charge for tuition, fees, books, and supplies applicable to each Time Saver Adult Studies program is listed below.

Programs Offered at the Clarke University campus in Dubuque, Iowa

Baccalaureate Degree Programs • Bachelor of Arts in Art Education, Music Education, Elementary or Secondary Education: $180,000. Note: These programs are approved by the Iowa Board of Education for the training of persons seeking first-time licensure in Iowa as a teacher. • Bachelor of Social Work: $180,000. Note: This program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), as required by the Iowa Board of Social Work for persons seeking first-time licensure in Iowa as a Bachelor Level Social Worker. • Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training: $180,000. Note: The Iowa Board of Athletic Training requires an Iowan seeking licensure in this profession to pass an examination conducted by the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC). Accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) ensures that a pre-licensure program prepares a student to sit for the BOC examination. Clarke University’s baccalaureate Athletic Training Program is accredited by CAATE. • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (pre-licensure): $180,000. Note: This program is approved by the Iowa Board of Nursing for the training of persons seeking first-time licensure in Iowa as a Registered Nurse. • Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies: $180,000

Graduate Degree Programs • Master of Business Administration: $20,000 • Master of Organizational Leadership: $20,000 • Master of Social Work: $58,000. Note: This program is accredited by the CSWE, as required by the Iowa Board of Social Work for persons seeking first-time licensure in Iowa as a Master or Independent Level Social Worker.

Doctoral Degree Programs • Doctor of Nursing Practice: $75,000 • Doctor of Physical Therapy: $110,000. Note: This program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) as required by the Iowa Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy for persons seeking first-time licensure in Iowa as a Physical Therapist.

Distance Education Programs

Baccalaureate Degree Programs • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN): $15,000

Graduate Degree Programs • Master of Arts in Education (non-licensure): $20,000

Field Experiences: • Bachelor of Arts in Education - Student teaching is a full-time experience over the course of a semester in an elementary or secondary school that includes observation, provides opportunities for expanding responsibilities, and includes a broad range of practitioner activities in the school. Students experience intensive and continuous involvement until the student assumes major responsibility for the full range of teaching duties. The student teaching experience continues under the direction of the campus supervisor and the cooperating, licensed teacher at the practicum site until the student has achieved the stated objectives of the program. The field experience can occur locally or nationally.

• Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies - Students are placed with a community partner for a semester or year to focus deeply on a multi-faceted environmental issue. Students use their interdisciplinary knowledge and skills to study the particular situation of the community partner and to propose and evaluate possible solutions. The field experience can occur locally or nationally.

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (pre-licensure) – During this program, students are engaged in clinical experiences in a total of nine courses that develop data collection skills, nursing diagnostic abilities, appropriate intervention planning, therapeutic communication skills, promote family health, mental health, work with high risk-patients and generally apply nursing theory in working with adults, childbearing families, and vulnerable and geriatric populations.

• RN to BSN – During this program, student engage in two separate clinical experiences of 45 hours and 120 hours each in courses that focus on expanding healthcare knowledge across the lifespan and in a particular area of student interest.

• Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies - Students in this program engage in a formal process of theological reflection in consultation with their on-site ministry supervisor and a department faculty member. This is an opportunity for students to integrate knowledge and skill in a supervised ministry situation or faith-based agency. Students create a learning syllabus that outlines particular outcomes that span human, spiritual, intellectual, and pastoral growth areas that will be addressed in the learning practicum. Field experiences can occur locally or nationally.

• Bachelor of Social Work – Students complete field instruction in two Capstone courses over two semesters for a total of 440 contact hours and eight semester credit hours. Agencies that provide field instruction experiences include the Boys and Girls Club, City of Dubuque Housing Department the Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque, Finley Hospital/Unity Point; Four Oaks, Hillcrest Family Services, Juvenile Court Services, Mentor Dubuque, the Multicultural Family Center, and St. Mark Youth Enrichment. Both undergraduate and graduate social work students complete actual social work practice in a social service agency. Field experiences can occur locally or nationally.

• Master of Social Work – In the Master of Social Work program, students in year one complete 440 contact hours in practicum work during two separate courses of a semester in length each, and 500 contact hours during year two. Field experiences occurs in a public or voluntary social service agency under the supervision of a licensed professional social worker. Accrediting agency (the Council on Social Work Education) standards require field instructors to hold at least a masters degree in social work from a CSWE accredited program and have at least two years of post-masters social work practical experience.

• Bachelor of Arts in Sport Management – Students must complete at least two fieldwork experiences. There is at least one practicum of one to three credit hours and at least one internship of at least three credit hours. Students apply classroom knowledge to assess professional development, to identify the areas of the profession to pursue for employment, and to develop professional contacts in the sport industry. Students may work within a variety of sport settings that are related to their respective career goals. In the Capstone Internship, students are expected to assume major responsibilities and contribute significantly to the activities, projects, and events of a sports organization. Before participating in the fieldwork experiences, students must meet with their advisor and the Compass and Career Services Office to discuss possible placement opportunities.

• Doctor of Physical Therapy – Thirty-six weeks of full-time clinical practice is spread throughout the program and begins following the first year in the professional phase of the program. The sequence is designed to give students the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge and skills in the clinical setting and achieve entry-level competency in clinical practice. Clinical site instructors are licensed physical therapists who must have at least one year of experience in clinical practice. The University signs a detailed affiliation agreement with the clinical site. The University publishes a Clinical Education Manual https://www.clarke.edu/wp-content/uploads/DPT-Clinical-Ed-Manual- Class-of-2018-and-beyond-pdf.pdf that details the expectations of the student and learning outcomes faculty have identified at various stages of the program so that the clinical site instructor is familiar with the extent to which the University’s students are academically prepared to participate in hands-on experiences. Clinical site instructors provide regular evaluations of each student’s performance. The University’s Academic Coordinator of Clinical Education establishes clinical education policies and procedures for this program, negotiates agreements with clinical education sites, arranges for student placement, and communicates with all relevant parties to assess student performance.

Registration Compliance As required by Iowa Code §261B.4, Clarke University disclosed its policy on refunding tuition charges for withdrawn students on its website at https://www.clarke.edu/wp- content/uploads/Student-Consumer-Information-Report-16-17.pdf. Iowa Code does not govern the school’s tuition refund policy for withdrawn students but requires that the school disclose it to the Commission and to prospective and current students.

Administrative rules specifically require the school to comply with the requirements of Chapter §261.9(1) “e” through “h” by implementing the following policies.

• Iowa Code §261.9(1)(e) requires a school to maintain and disseminate a drug and alcohol abuse policy that includes sanctions for violation of the school’s policy and information about the availability of drug or alcohol counseling or rehabilitation. Iowa Code §261.9(1)(f) requires a school to maintain and disseminate a sexual abuse policy that includes information about counseling opportunities and reporting instances of sexual abuse to school officials and law enforcement. Clarke discloses these polices on its website at the following locations:  https://www.clarke.edu/wp-content/uploads/Student-Handbook-2017-2018.pdf  https://www.clarke.edu/campus-life/health-wellness/counseling/  https://www.clarke.edu/campus-life/health-wellness/counseling/articles-advice/  https://www.clarke.edu/campus-life/health-wellness/counseling/confidentiality- consultation-and-referrals/  https://www.clarke.edu/campus-life/health-wellness/campus-safety-and- security/sexual-violence-awareness-response/sexual-violence-awareness- frequently-asked-questions/.

• Iowa Code §261.9(1)(g) requires a school to maintain a policy for refunding tuition and mandatory fee charges to members of the National Guard or reserve members of the U.S. Armed Forces, or the spouse of such a member if the member has a dependent child, when the service member or spouse must withdraw from the school because the service member has been called to active (Iowa) state or federal military duty or service. Clarke University maintains a policy that is compliant with this requirement and discloses the policy on its website at https://www.clarke.edu/admission-aid/veterans/. The University will also incorporate this policy into the Catalog, which is in final stages of internal review as of the date of this report.

• Iowa Code §261.9(1)(h) requires a school to develop and implement a policy for employees who, in the course of their employment, attend, examine, counsel, or treat a child and who suspect the physical or sexual abuse of that child. Clarke University maintains this policy and discloses it to faculty and staff in its Employment Policies at https://www.clarke.edu/wp-content/uploads/Chapter-IV-Universal-12.17-update.pdf.

Iowa Code §261B.9 requires disclosure to students of information about the school’s programs and courses, course subject matter, charges, tuition refund policies, whether a certificate or diploma awarded by the school is applicable toward a degree program the school offers. These disclosures are in place and available to students through the Academic Catalog at https://www.clarke.edu/wp-content/uploads/AA_2017-2018- Catalog_WEB.pdf and on the following web pages:  https://www.clarke.edu/academics/  https://www.clarke.edu/academics/#graduate  https://www.clarke.edu/admission-aid/tuition-and-fees/

Iowa Code §261B.7 states that, while a school must not represent that it is “approved” or “accredited” by the Commission or the State of Iowa, a registered school must disclose that the school is registered by the Commission on behalf of the state of Iowa and provide the Commission’s contact information for students who wish to inquire about the school or file a complaint. Clarke University provides this information on its website at https://www.clarke.edu/about-clarke/accreditation/.

Financial Responsibility: Clarke University submitted the financial audit report of an independent accounting firm, EideBailly CPAs & Business Advisors, dated October 27, 2017, for the institutional fiscal years ending May 31, 2017 and 2016. The independent accounting firm stated its opinion that the school’s financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the school’s financial position.

A private non-profit school that participates in the federal student aid programs must maintain a composite score, based on a three-factor financial responsibility ratio, of at least 1.5 in order to be determined by the federal Department of Education to be financially responsible without additional oversight. The most recent financial responsibility composite score reported for the University by the federal Department of Education is for the institutional fiscal year ending May 31, 2017, when Clarke’s composite score was 3.0 (out of a possible 3.0).

Full-Time Iowa Resident Faculty Member or Program Coordinator: Clarke employs 89 full- time, Iowa-based faculty members. Additional information about faculty appears below.

Instructional/Supervisory Staff Qualifications: Clarke maintains a faculty Directory that includes limited information about the academic credentials of some faculty members on its website at https://www.clarke.edu/person/?dept=391. The faculty listing on this page can be sorted by Department to produce a listing of faculty who teach within each Department. Staff reviewed available information about faculty in the following Departments:

• Accounting and Business Administration (baccalaureate and masters degree programs): The academic credentials for five faculty members are listed. Of these five individuals, two have a masters degree and the remaining three have a Ph.D. or Juris Doctorate. Of those with a masters degree, one is a Certified Public Accountant and a Chartered Global Management Accountant. The other faculty member with a masters degree specialized as an undergraduate and graduate student in business and is pursuing a doctoral degree in education leadership.

• Athletic Training (baccalaureate degree program): Of three faculty members or instructors listed, one has a doctoral degree, one has a masters degree, and the educational credentials of the third are not listed. The faculty member with the masters degree specialized as a graduate student in kinesiology and physical education with a specialization in sport and exercise psychology. The individual who has a doctoral degree has been the Program Director at Clarke University since 2000. Previously, she held positions as lead athletic trainer at locations including Monmouth College and Western Illinois University. She has also been the Co-Coordinator of Research for Drum Corps International since 2010.

• Education (baccalaureate and masters degree programs): The University provides profiles for eight of 16 Education Department faculty. Of these eight individuals, two have a masters degree and the remainder have a doctoral degree. Specializations among these eight faculty members includes areas such as curriculum and instruction; special education; Spanish; reading and literacy; at-risk students; educational computing technology; mathematics; elementary education; inclusion education; and early childhood education. Nine additional adjunct or visiting professors have no credential information listed on the Clarke website. However, staff verified through the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners’ online licensed practitioner search site that three of these nine professors are currently Iowa-licensed master educators, and an additional three are or have been Iowa-licensed elementary and/or secondary school teachers.

• Nursing programs (baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral degree programs): Of 23 nursing department faculty members listed, nine instructors have brief profiles posted to the University website. Of these nine individuals, three have a masters degree and six have a doctoral degree. Specializations among these faculty members include areas such as education; education administration; nursing education; family practice; medical-surgical nursing; transcultural nursing; community and public health; nursing informatics; and teaching at the postsecondary level. Of the remaining 14 Nursing Department faculty, staff confirmed through the national nursing license verification site that 11 of these instructors have unencumbered RN licenses and five of the eleven instructors have attained advanced certification as a Nurse Practitioner.

• Physical therapy (doctoral degree program): Of 14 physical therapy faculty members listed, seven instructors have brief profiles posted to the University website. All seven of these individuals have at least one doctoral degree. Expertise among these faculty members includes areas such as business administration, education, therapeutic exercise, biomechanics, balance in older adults, and sports medicine. Staff confirmed through the Iowa Department of Public Health online professional license search site that two additional adjunct faculty members for whom no profile was provided are Iowa- licensed physical therapists.

• Social Work (baccalaureate and masters degree programs): Eight out of nine faculty members in the Social Work Department have brief profiles posted to the University website. Three of these eight instructors have a masters degree in social work; the remaining faculty have a doctoral degree. Experience among these instructors includes areas such as working with families in inpatient and outpatient medical settings; multicultural and diversity issues; disparities in educational access; international social work and social justice issues; child welfare and protection; juvenile justice; adoption and foster care; women and gender studies; and education. Staff verified through the Iowa Department of Public Health online professional license search site that the ninth faculty member for whom no profile was provided is an Iowa- licensed Social Worker.

The University also maintains a list of faculty, each individual’s teaching position, and highest academic credential attained, in the Catalog at https://www.clarke.edu/wp- content/uploads/AA_2017-2018-Catalog_WEB.pdf.

Commitment to Iowa Students and Teach-Out: By executing an electronic signature on the registration application, Clarke University President Joanne M. Burrows committed to the delivery of programs Clarke offers and agreed to provide alternatives for students to complete programs at Clark or another school if Clarke closes a program, or if the University closes before students have completed their courses of study.

Additional Information

Compliance with Iowa Code Chapter 714 §714.18 – Evidence of Financial Responsibility Clarke University is exempt from the financial responsibility (i.e., bonding) requirements of Iowa Code §714.18. The University qualifies for the following exemption listed in Iowa Code §714.19(10): “Private nonprofit schools that meet the criteria established under Iowa Code §261.9(1).” The criteria established under Iowa Code § 261.9(1), is the institutional eligibility criteria that qualifies a school for participation in the Iowa Tuition Grant Program. Clarke meets the institutional eligibility criteria, and therefore qualifies for the financial responsibility exemption. For this purpose, whether a school actually awards funds from the Iowa Tuition Grant Program is immaterial.

§714.23 – State Tuition Refund Policy The Iowa tuition refund policy does not apply to Clarke University because it is a private nonprofit institution.

Compliance with Iowa Code Chapter 261F Clarke University posts on its website a Code of Conduct for Educational Loans addresses provisions of Iowa Code Chapter 261F. The Clarke Code of Conduct appears to be an accurate and comprehensive reflection of Iowa Code provisions that govern certain aspects of business relationships between private education loan lenders and school personnel who have responsibilities related to education loans. Clarke does have a preferred lender list which is implemented through Fast Choice that appears to be in compliance with the provisions of Iowa Code Chapter 261F.