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Academic Catalog 2019-2020 Catalog 2019-2020 Greenville, Pennsylvania 16125 724-589-2000 This catalog is not to be considered a contract or an offer of a contract. Every effort is made to certify accuracy of information at the time of printing and posting on the Thiel College website (www.thiel.edu). Fees, deadlines, academic requirements, courses, degree programs, policies and other matters described in this catalog may change without notice. Not all courses are offered each academic year, and faculty assignments may change. This catalog is updated annually. NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY Thiel College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religious belief, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, age or disability as those terms are defined under applicable law. This policy of nondiscrimination applies in connection with admission to and participation in all programs and activities sponsored by Thiel College and to all employment practices of Thiel College. Inquiries concerning compliance with this policy should be addressed to: Jennifer Clark, Director of Human Resources Thiel College, Greenville, PA 16125 724-589-2150 President’s Message Welcome to Thiel College! Use this guide to navigate the exciting journey before you. Since its founding in 1866, Thiel College has been committed to providing high- quality educational experiences for students. The Academic Catalog helps you navigate your educational journey and reach your full potential at Thiel College. If you’re uncertain about your academic path, use the information in the catalog as a tool to find your calling. The College offers 60 majors and minors in 20 discipline areas to choose from. If you are certain, the catalog can serve as a resource to get you to your destination faster. These pages contain helpful information about academic program guidelines, course descriptions, graduation requirements and internship opportunities. If you have questions about your course of study, talk to your adviser, professors or department chair. They are here to help you succeed. A liberal arts and sciences education goes beyond your major. Explore varied avenues of study and elective coursework to enrich your life and complement your academic focus. This catalog focuses on academics, but learning, socialization and growth opportunities exist beyond the classroom as well. You will find information here on organizations, campus policies and a host of other facets of campus life. It is a symbol of all the possibilities that are open for you at Thiel College. I am committed to student success and so is the faculty. Thiel College’s professors and instructors bring a wealth of talent to our classrooms each day. Faculty members possess extensive professional and academic backgrounds to make the Thiel College experience a truly rewarding one for all students. Since its coeducational beginnings, the College’s mission has been to promote academic excellence, global awareness, and ethical and responsible leadership. I will support the faculty and staff as we fulfill this commitment to students and ourselves. You stand at the starting line of a four-year exploration that will provide opportunities for growth and achievement. This resource is a touch point on your journey to Commencement. Looking forward to your success! Susan Traverso, Ph.D. President of Thiel College Thiel College 2019-2020 Academic Catalog 3 The Thiel 2021 Strategic Plan By 2021, Thiel College will convey enhanced confidence in its identity and mission as a liberal arts college that empowers students to reach their full potential. To realize this vision, Thiel will advance student success as a strategic imperative and foster institutional vitality through achieving sustained financial strength and enrollment growth. The strategic goals of the College are derived from the mission and vision statements and serve the specific purpose of empowering students and ensuring institutional vitality. These three interdependent goals will foster collaborative endeavors by College stakeholders. Goal 1: Inclusive Learning Environment Create an inclusive learning environment where students succeed through innovative academic programs, rich experiential learning opportunities, and dynamic co-curricular and athletic programs. Goal 2: Motivated Students Enroll 1,100 students from a wide-range of backgrounds, motivated to succeed in college. Goal 3: Resources Increase and strengthen resources through effective leadership, faculty, and staff development, financial management, fundraising, and partnerships. Thiel College 2019-2020 Academic Catalog 4 Academic Calendar 2019-2020 Fall Semester 2019 August 19 Monday New Faculty Orientation – 9 a.m. 20 Tuesday Final registration for unregistered students. All-Campus Picnic – 5 p.m. 21 Wed. Faculty meeting – 10 a.m. Academic department meetings – 1:30 p.m. 24 Saturday First-Year students arrive 24-25 Sat.-Sun. First-Year Student Orientation 25 Sunday Sophomores, juniors and seniors arrive – 9 a.m. Dining Hall open from 11:15 a.m. - 6 p.m. Board Contract begins at brunch. 26 Monday Classes begin – 8 a.m. Drop/add period begins 30 Friday Final day for adding a new course. No financial adjustments made after this date. September 2 Monday Labor Day – no classes 16 Monday The grade of “W” will appear on the academic transcript for all courses dropped after this date. October 4 Friday Final day of classes before mid-term break On-campus classes end at 6 p.m. Rotunda Bistro open until 4 p.m. Dining hall open until 6 p.m. Residence halls close at 7 p.m. 5-8 Sat.-Tues. Mid-term break – no classes 8 Tuesday Mid-term grades due by noon. Residence halls open at noon. Thiel College 2019-2020 Academic Catalog 5 Dining hall open from 4:30-6 p.m. Rotunda Bistro opens at 11:30 a.m. 9 Wednesday Classes resume at 8 a.m. 10-12 Thurs.-Sat Homecoming and Family Day 12 Saturday Homecoming – Thiel vs. St. Vincent College 23 Wednesday Final day to withdraw from a course with a “W.” 29 Tuesday Pre-registration for spring term begins – seniors 31 Thursday Pre-registration for spring term continues – juniors. November 5 Tuesday Pre-registration for spring term continues – sophomores. 7 Thursday Pre-registration for spring term continues – first-years and all others. 26 Tuesday Final day of classes before Thanksgiving recess. Rotunda Bistro closes at 4 p.m. Dining hall closes at 9 p.m. On-campus classes end at 9 p.m. Residence halls close at 9:30 p.m. 27-12/1 Wed.-Sun. Thanksgiving recess December 1 Sunday Residence halls open at noon Dining hall open 4:30-6 p.m. Board contract resumes. Rotunda Bistro opens at 7 p.m. 2 Monday Classes resume at 8 a.m. 9 Monday Final day of classes. 10 Tuesday AM Study time FINAL EXAMS BEGIN AT 1:00 P.M. 13 Friday Final Exams End at 5:30 p.m. Rotunda Bistro closes at 4 p.m. Dining hall closes at 6 p.m. Residence halls close at 7 p.m. Thiel College 2019-2020 Academic Catalog 6 17 Tuesday All grades due by noon. Spring Semester 2020 January 2 Thursday Final registration for unregistered students 7 Tuesday Students arrive. Residence halls open at noon. Dining hall open 4:30-6 p.m. Rotunda Bistro opens at 6 p.m. 8 Wednesday Classes begin at 8 a.m. Drop/add period begins. 14 Tuesday Final day for adding a new course. No financial adjustments made after this date. 29 Wednesday The grade of “W” will appear on the academic transcript for all courses dropped after this date. February 6 Thursday Founders’ Day Convocation 7 Friday Academic Honors Convocation, 7 p.m. 28 Friday Final day of classes before Spring Break Rotunda Bistro closes at 4 p.m. Dining hall closes at 6 p.m. Residence halls close at 7 p.m. March 2/29-3-8 Sat.-Sun. Spring Break 3 Tuesday Mid-term grades due by noon. 8 Sunday Students return. Residence halls open at noon. Dining hall open 4:30-6 p.m. Rotunda Bistro opens at 6 p.m. Meal plan resumes. 9 Monday Classes resume at 8 a.m. 18 Wednesday Final day to withdraw from a course with a “W.” Thiel College 2019-2020 Academic Catalog 7 24 Tuesday Pre-registration for fall term begins – seniors. 26 Thursday Pre-registration for fall term begins – juniors. 31 Tuesday Pre-registration for fall term continues – sophomores. April 2 Thursday Pre-registration for fall term continues – first-years and all others. 9 Thursday Final day of classes before Easter Recess. Rotunda Bistro closes at 4 p.m. Dining Hall closes at 7 p.m. Campus classes end at 9 p.m. Residence Halls close at 9:30 p.m. 10-13 Fri.- Mon. Easter Recess. 13 Monday Students return. Residence halls open at noon. Rotunda Bistro opens 6 p.m. 14 Tuesday Classes resume at 8 a.m. 15 Wednesday Monday classes will meet, 16 Thursday Scholarship and Arts Symposium 24 Friday Final day of classes. 25-26 Sat.-Sun. Study days 27 Monday Final exams begin at 8 a.m. 30 Thursday Final exams end at 5:30 p.m. Rotunda Bistro closes at 4 p.m. Dining hall closes 7 p.m. Residence halls close at 7 p.m. May 1 Friday Senior grades due by noon 3 Sunday Baccalaureate Ceremony, 10 a.m. Commencement, 2 p.m. 4 Monday All grades due via computer by noon. Thiel College 2019-2020 Academic Catalog 8 9 Thursday Academic Standing Committee meeting, 2 p.m. Summer Sessions 2020 Travel courses, internships and special programs are encouraged to be held during the summer sessions. May Session 3 Sunday May summer housing opens at 4 p.m. 4 Monday Classes begin at 8 a.m. Final day to add a new course.