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OUTSTANDING ACADEMIC PROGRAMS the College of Education has earned NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education) Lewis University is a comprehensive Catholic university accreditation. For further information, visit the NCATE located southwest of Chicago, where the traditions of liberal Web site at www.ncate.org . Inquiries concerning regional learning, values, and preparation for professional work accreditation should be directed to the North Central come together with a synergy that gives the University its Association of Colleges and Schools, 30 North La Salle educational identity and focus. Founded in 1932, Lewis is a Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, Illinois 60602-2504. By phone, dynamic, coeducational university offering more than 80 (800) 621-7440 or (312) 263-0456. undergraduate majors and programs of study, 22 graduate programs, and certificates of advanced study. Lewis is one This institution is regulated by The Indiana Commission of many institutions sponsored by the De La Salle Christian on Proprietary Education, 302 W. Washington Street, Room Brothers, an international Roman Catholic teaching order. E 201, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204-2767. (800) 227-5695 or (317) 232-1320. EXPERIENCED FACULTY Lewis has 200 full-time faculty members who take their A WELCOMING CAMPUS students’ personal and professional success to heart. The The Lewis main campus in Romeoville, Illinois, is a greater majority hold terminal degrees in their fields. Many picturesque 376-acre setting which houses 1,300 students in are experienced practitioners. The student/faculty ratio is 12 residence halls, all within walking distance of well- 13:1. equipped classrooms, the library, the Student Recreation and Fitness Center, the Student Union, and Sancta Alberta ACCREDITATION Chapel. Lewis regional campuses are located in Oak Brook, Lewis University is accredited by The Higher Learning Shorewood, Hickory Hills and Tinley Park. Additionally, Commission and a member of the North Central classes are offered in Chicago at De La Salle Institute, and at Association. The College of Nursing and Health numerous sites throughout the greater Chicagoland area. Professions’ basic professional program is approved by the Adult undergraduate and graduate programs are offered in State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation, and Albuquerque, N.M. all nursing programs, graduate and undergraduate, are fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing ENROLLMENT Education (One Dupont Circle, Washington, DC 20036) for Lewis currently has 5,800 students: 4,000 undergraduates the 10-year maximum term. Department of Aviation and and 1,800 graduates. Many are from the Chicago region Transportation Studies programs are approved by the with international students representing more than 20 Federal Aviation Administration under Title 14 of the Code different countries. Lewis welcomes students of all cultures of Federal Regulations (CFR): Approved Dispatcher and religious faiths. Students of color represent 30 percent Program, Approved Flight School, and Approved Aviation of the student body, and approximately 60 percent of the Maintenance Technician School. The Athletic Training student population is Roman Catholic. Education Program is accredited by CAATE (Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education). All teacher education programs are approved for entitlement by the Illinois State Board of Education in conjunction with the Illinois State Teacher Certification Board. In addition,

2010-2011 UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG i MISSION STATEMENT Faithful to the Lasallian Heritage in Catholic Higher Education

Lewis University, guided by its Catholic and Lasallian heritage, provides to a diverse student population programs for a liberal and professional education grounded in the interaction of knowledge and fidelity in the search for truth.

Lewis promotes the development of the complete person through the pursuit of wisdom and justice. Fundamental to its Mission is a spirit of association which fosters community in all teaching, learning and service.

KNOWLEDGE FIDELITY WISDOM JUSTICE ASSOCIATION The result of a The spirit which The result of the The affirmation of The process of lifelong pursuit of recognizes God as integration of the equal dignity of forming a learning fostered ultimate reality, reflection and every person and community of through creative unifying the action developed the promotion of mutual respect, and critical diverse forms of through higher personal and social collegiality, interaction in a knowledge in the learning responsibility. collaboration and community of pursuit of fullness throughout all of service. learners. of truth, while life. recognizing the diversity of human experience.

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Lewis at a Glance ...... i Mission Statement ...... ii History of Lewis University ...... 2-5 Accreditation ...... 5-6 Admission Policies ...... 6-11 Special Programs ...... 11-18 Advanced Placement (A.P.) Chart ...... 12 International Baccalaureate Program Chart ...... 13 Financial Information ...... 18-19 Financial Aid ...... 19-20 Financial Aid Programs ...... 21-25 Academic Guidelines ...... 25-27 Academic Policies ...... 27-34 General Education Requirements ...... 30-31 Credit Outside of Formal Coursework ...... 34-37 College Level Exam Program (C.L.E.P.) ...... 36 Grading ...... 37-39 Graduation ...... 39-40 Student Responsibilities and Appeals ...... 40-44 Academic Resources ...... 44-49 Student Life/Student Services ...... 49-55

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2010-2011 UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 1 HISTORY OF LEWIS UNIVERSITY LEWIS UNIVERSITY

HISTORY OF LEWIS UNIVERSITY had received training at Lewis. The suspension of normal academic activities had given the Lewis Inspired by its Catholic and Lasallian heritage, Lewis administration and faculty an opportunity to rethink University offers a values-centered curriculum, rich the school’s objectives. As a consequence, when in the Mission values of knowledge, fidelity, wisdom, regular classes resumed in the autumn of 1944, the and justice and guided by the spirit of association reorganized school included a junior college. As which fosters community in all teaching, learning returning servicemen increasingly sought further and service. Lewis provides approximately 5,800 education, this new venture quickly evolved into a students with programs for a liberal and professional traditional arts and sciences curriculum. By 1949, education based on the interaction of knowledge and women were admitted as students and high school fidelity in the search for truth. classes were discontinued. More appropriately named, Lewis College of Science and Technology granted its Lewis is a dynamic, coeducational, comprehensive, first baccalaureate degrees in 1952. For the rest of the Catholic university with a richly diverse student decade enrollment grew steadily. body, including traditional-aged students and adults of all ages, who attend classes at the main campus in A new phase in the history of Lewis began in 1960 Romeoville and at numerous locations throughout when the Brothers of the Christian Schools assumed the Chicagoland area. direction of the institution at the invitation of the Most Reverend Martin McNamara, Bishop of Joliet. Founded in 1932 under the direction of the Chicago As members of a 326-year-old religious congregation Archdiocese and Bishop Bernard J. Sheil, Lewis began devoted exclusively to teaching, the De La Salle as the Holy Name Technical School, a school for boys Christian Brothers brought to Lewis a new tradition which opened with 15 students. The school was of Lasallian values, based on the teachings of Saint established on a campus of 170 acres of farmland that John Baptist de La Salle, their founder and Patron was donated to the archdiocese by Michael and Saint of Educators. The first group of Lasallian Frances Fitzpatrick of Lockport. From the beginning, brothers on campus successfully combined their Frank J. Lewis, the noted Chicago philanthropist and efforts with those of the dedicated lay faculty to industrialist, took an active interest in the school. He inaugurate a program of major improvements. The assisted with the funding of various buildings that institution became Lewis College in 1962 and became the nucleus of the University. achieved accreditation by the North Central During these early days, aviation technology courses Association in 1963. were chosen as the special emphasis of instruction, The growth of higher education in the 1960s was becoming the origin of today’s highly regarded reflected in the school’s rapidly increasing Department of Aviation and Transportation Studies. enrollment, which reached 2,000 students by 1970. The school was incorporated in 1934 under the To accommodate the larger student body, a major name Lewis Holy Name Technical School. In 1935, it construction program added new classrooms and became Lewis Holy Name School of Aeronautics, a laboratories, two residence halls, the Learning name which is engraved in stone on the building Resource Center, a gymnasium, and a modern now known as the Oremus Fine Arts Center. aviation technical center to the campus. By 1940, with World War II threatening, the newly A dialogue concerning a possible merger with the titled Lewis School of Aeronautics began College of St. Francis was initiated in 1968, resulting emphasizing programs of direct utility to the armed in a high degree of cooperation between the two forces, such as flight training. The high school colleges. Although the merger did not occur, this department was closed in 1942, and the campus cooperation was reflected during the 1970-71 given over to the U.S. Navy for its flight instructors academic year by the use of the name Lewis-St. program. By the end of the war, hundreds of pilots Francis of Illinois.

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Two major organizational changes became effective and an RN/BSN completion program. New in the fall of 1971. With the existing evening undergraduate programs were approved for fall 2008 program as its core, the College of Continuing in construction administration and hospitality Education was established and a College of Nursing administration, the first two programs to be was proposed. The following fall, the Department of developed under the School. A graduate program in Business Administration was expanded and organizational leadership is also offered. reorganized as the College of Business. These In addition to a strong curriculum, Lewis provides colleges, together with the College of Arts and diverse learning opportunities for its students Sciences, thus came to represent an organizational through its renowned athletics program. The Flyer structure that no longer seemed appropriately teams have a history of excellence, first in the NAIA designated by the term “college.” For that reason, and for the past 27 years, in NCAA Division II. among others, the decision was made in 1973 to Lewis’ athletic teams have captured the Great Lakes become a university. The name was changed Valley Conference All Sports trophy in 12 of the past officially to Lewis University. As John Henry 27 years. Lewis sponsors 18 athletic teams: nine for Cardinal Newman wrote, “To be perfect is to have men and nine for women, including men’s and changed often.” women’s cross country, tennis, golf, volleyball, In July 1975, a significant step in the development of basketball, soccer, track and field, and swimming; Lewis University occurred with the accreditation by women’s softball; and men’s baseball. the North Central Association of graduate programs A comprehensive campus renovation program was (master’s and first professional degree levels). During launched in 1988 by Brother James Gaffney, FSC, the 1980s, Lewis University expanded its programs University President, and the Board of Trustees, to off-campus sites, establishing sites at Little resulting in new construction, major renovations in Company of Mary Hospital in Evergreen Park, a current facilities, updating of equipment, and graduate center in Oak Brook and sites in campus beautification. Among the major Schaumburg and LaSalle/Peru. Coursework also achievements in the 1990s were the construction of became available at sites such as St. Patrick’s High the state-of-the-art Harold E. White Aviation Center; School in Chicago. renovation of Benilde Hall to house the College of In the 1990s, the satellite campus at Little Company Business and LUCEP; construction of the Student of Mary Hospital was moved to a new Lewis Recreation and Fitness Center with its swimming education center at Hickory Hills, and off-campus pool, indoor track, fitness center and fieldhouse sites multiplied to meet student demand and featuring four full-sized courts; and the construction enhance student access. of North Hall, the first new residence hall on the Lewis campus in nearly three decades. The Lewis University Career Education Program (LUCEP) was first established in the fall of 1990 to The formation of the Scholars Academy in the 1990s offer an accelerated undergraduate degree program allows eligible students in every major to enhance in business administration for working adults. The their educational opportunities through intensive degree offerings have expanded rapidly and are now projects arranged through contracts with faculty delivered through the School for Professional and members, as well as through conferences, immersion Continuing Education (SPCE), established in 2006. seminars and travel. Programs include bachelor’s degree completion In 1999, the College of Nursing began offering majors in business administration, information online a master’s degree in nursing case technology management, human resource management, the first online MSN case management management, management, organizational option in the Chicagoland area. leadership, paralegal studies, healthcare leadership

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In 2000, the School of Education achieved NCATE In 2004 and 2005, Lewis continued to break (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher enrollment records, reaching more than 5,000 total Education) accreditation. Also in 2000, the College students. Lewis’ strengths as an institution of higher of Nursing changed its name to the College of learning have been evidenced through various Nursing and Health Professions to reflect the sources. The University has been cited as one of the College’s planning and program development efforts best colleges in the region for the last six consecutive to increase interdisciplinary programs and respond years by both The Princeton Review and U.S. News & to the rapidly growing needs of the healthcare World Report. professions. To meet the needs of a growing student population, In 2001, the University approved new under- the University embarked on several construction graduate offerings in healthcare leadership, projects, beginning in the summer of 2004. Major information technology management, and improvements were completed in De La Salle Hall in contemporary global studies, as well as a master’s 2004, including a new Courtyard Café, bookstore degree in public safety administration. De La Salle and mailroom, additional classrooms and faculty Hall was purchased in 2001 from the De La Salle offices. In 2005, construction began in the same Christian Brothers to provide for additional building on new facilities for the College of academic space, and faculty and staff offices. That Education and the Andrew Center for Electronic same year, Lewis also acquired the Fitzpatrick House, Media, which opened for the spring 2006 semester. located directly across from the main campus on Pope John Paul II Hall opened in the fall of 2005, Route 53. The building was part of the homestead expanding the University’s residential student facilities that included the original 170 acres of campus, and extending its campus further to the south. 39,000 donated to the Archdiocese of Chicago in 1920 by square feet of space houses 95 students in three floors Michael and Frances Fitzpatrick. It currently houses of apartment style living space. Mother Teresa Hall, University Advancement and the Office of Alumni located immediately west, opened in the summer of and Parent Relations. 2006. The third of the planned six residence hall In 2003, the School of Education became the College village, Dorothy Day Hall, opened in the fall of 2009. of Education. Fall of 2003 saw a record-breaking In 2005, the University also dedicated a Founder’s enrollment at Lewis, with increases in freshmen, Garden, complete with a statue bearing the likeness transfer and graduate students. The Athletic Training of Saint John Baptist de La Salle. Additionally, a new Education Program received accreditation from the campus was opened in Shorewood in time for the Commission on Accreditation for Allied Health spring 2006 semester. Education Programs, and later in 2006, became accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Lewis now offers more than 80 undergraduate Athletic Training Education (CAATE). New majors and programs of study in the humanities, programs offered for the first time in 2003 included social sciences, and natural sciences, as well as in the master of arts degree in elementary education aviation, business, computer science, and bachelor’s programs in forensic criminal communications, education, fine arts, and nursing. investigation, nuclear medicine technology, Pre-professional programs are also offered in fields radiation therapy, and business management for such as pre-med, pre-law, and pre-engineering, adult students. The College of Nursing and Health among others. Graduate programs are available in Professions also launched its program offering in aviation, business administration (MBA), counseling parish nursing early that year. The 2003 Noel-Levitz psychology, criminal/social justice, education, Student Satisfaction Inventory rated Lewis above the information security, management, finance, nursing, national average in academic advising, instructional organizational leadership, public safety effectiveness, campus support services and concern administration, and school counseling and guidance. for the individual. Graduate programs in education are available in

4 WWW.LEWISU.EDU (800 )897-9000 GENERAL INFORMATION HISTORY OF LEWIS UNIVERSITY/ACCREDITATION reading and literacy, secondary education, As Lewis’ history continues to unfold, the elementary education, special education, curriculum University’s values-centered curriculum provides and teacher leadership, curriculum and instruction - students with the necessary foundation for ethical instructional technology, reading teacher decision making. Academic programs and learning endorsement, educational leadership, and English as experiences prepare students for careers, enhance a second language, in addition to certificates of their professional capabilities and promote personal advanced study in general administrative and growth and competence. The development of the superintendent endorsement. A dual degree complete person is promoted through the pursuit of (MSN/MBA) is available at the graduate level. wisdom and justice. Lewis makes available the choice of an affordable institution of higher education by In 2005, the University began offering its first continuously seeking sources of grants and doctoral program. The College of Education received scholarships to supplement tuition costs. approval from The Higher Learning Commission to offer courses toward the completion of a Doctorate The University continues to build on its rich tradition of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership for of professional preparation combined with liberal Teaching and Learning. This doctorate is designed learning. Traditional programs are being enhanced for certified teachers and administrators who seek to and new majors developed in response to community become leaders in the public and private K-12 needs, career trends, and an increasingly global and sectors. technological society. Lewis was selected by the FAA in the fall of 2007 to offer the only undergraduate program in the state of ACCREDITATION Illinois for air traffic controllers. Additionally that fall, a master’s for adult nurse practitioners began, Lewis University is accredited by The Higher and a newly renovated De La Salle Institute in Learning Commission and a member of the North Chicago was dedicated as a new Lewis campus for Central Association. The College of Nursing and adult evening classes. Health Professions’ basic professional program is approved by the State of Illinois Department of A new addition and renovation to the College of Professional Regulation, and all nursing programs, Nursing and Health Professions was completed and graduate and undergraduate, are fully accredited by dedicated in the spring of 2009 to provide additional the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education simulation labs for students in the largest (One Dupont Circle, Washington DC, 20036) for the undergraduate nursing program in the state. 10-year maximum term. Department of Aviation Programs were also approved to be offered in the fall and Transportation Studies programs are approved of 2010. A new bachelor’s degree in Transportation by the Federal Aviation Administration under Title Studies will be offered, as well as minors in several 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR): foreign languages, cyber security science, and Approved Dispatcher Program, Approved Flight pastoral ministry. A master’s for family nurse School, and Approved Aviation Maintenance practitioners was also approved. Technician School. The Athletic Training Education The strategic plan for the University calls for Program is accredited by CAATE (Commission on continued growth and expansion, with the student as Accreditation of Athletic Training Education). All the center of an interactive learning environment. teacher education programs are approved for Multiple opportunities exist for learners of all ages to entitlement by the Illinois State Board of Education explore connections between formal classroom in conjunction with the Illinois State Teacher instruction and learning beyond the classroom. The Certification Board. In addition, the College of student-faculty ratio of 13:1 provides close, personal Education has earned NCATE (National Council for attention and classroom interaction. Accreditation of Teacher Education) accreditation.

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For further information, visit the NCATE Web site at ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR www.ncate.org . NURSING STUDENTS Inquiries concerning regional accreditation should 5) First-year applicants to the nursing program are be directed to the North Central Association of strongly advised to have completed one year of Colleges and Schools, 30 North La Salle Street, Suite high school chemistry and two years of high 2400, Chicago, Illinois, 60602-2504. By phone, school mathematics, with a grade of “C” or above (800) 621-7440 or (312) 263-0456. Information in each class. regarding Indiana accreditation can be found on page i. 6) First-year applicants who plan to major in nursing need an ACT composite score of 20 or ADMISSION POLICIES higher for admission. 7) Applicants must successfully complete the NON-DISCRIMINATION Kaplan Admission Test (KAT): Reading at 73% Lewis University does not discriminate against any and Math at 77%. Passing scores are determined applicant because of race, color, religion, sexual by the nursing faculty each year. Admission, orientation, national origin, age or disability. progression, curriculum and graduation policies of the first professional degree program REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS in nursing are subject to change in order to AS FRESHMAN STUDENTS comply with requirements of the current 1) Applicants must have graduated from an Illinois Nursing and Advanced Practice approved high school with a combination of Nursing Act and Rules for Administration of grade point average, class rank, and ACT or SAT Nursing and Advanced Practice Nursing Act score which indicates a strong likelihood of 2008. success in university studies. 8) Grades in all prerequisite science courses prior 2) Applicants must have accumulated 18 high to the second semester of the sophomore year school units. Three of those units should be in must be a minimum of “C” or higher. English; the remaining 15 units should be college 9) Every College of Nursing and Health Professions preparatory in nature. student must have completed a physical 3) Applicants for admission must complete an examination form and received the required Admission Application and have their high immunizations (some of which are in addition to schools forward a copy of the official student those required by Illinois law, i.e. drug screening transcript. Students should have their ACT or and background checks) before entering clinical SAT scores sent to the Office of Admission. courses. Veterans must submit a DD214. 10) Prior to entering clinical courses, every prelicensure 4) By Illinois state law, all incoming students born College of Nursing and Health Professions student after January 1, 1957 who are taking six or more must complete a disclosure form, similar to the credit hours per semester must have an updated disclosure required by the Illinois Department of immunization record sent to the Center for Finance and Professional Regulations in the Health and Counseling Services. This application for licensure as an RN. requirement also applies to all students receiving 11) Every College of Nursing and Health Professions credit on the Romeoville campus. student is subject to the college’s Chemical Impairment Policy.

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REQUIREMENTS FOR HOME SCHOOL review a student’s file to determine the likelihood of APPLICANTS success at Lewis University. (Transfer students are not Applicants for admission who have been required to submit ACT or SAT scores or high school homeschooled must complete an Admission transcript.) Credits earned through Prior Learning Application and submit an official transcript of Assessment cannot be used to meet the minimum coursework. Students should have their ACT or SAT credit hour requirement for admission. scores sent to the Office of Admission. Official transcripts from all colleges/universities Homeschooled applicants are required to set up an attended must be sent to the Office of Admission. on-campus interview with an admission counselor. Students must be in good academic, disciplinary and An academic letter of recommendation from a financial standings at previous colleges/universities teacher outside of the household and a writing attended. An evaluation of transfer credit will be sample or personal statement is also encouraged. forwarded with the acceptance letter showing Students will need to submit a final official transcript courses accepted in transfer and courses/hours that with a graduation date in order to enroll at Lewis. still need to be completed at Lewis. Additional details for homeschooled applicants can be found at www.lewisu.edu/homeschool on the The Office of Admission will consider applications University Web site. only after the following steps have been completed:

HIGH SCHOOL /COLLEGE DUAL CREDIT 1) An application is submitted. FOR FRESHMAN 2) Official transcripts are received by the Office of Lewis University allows incoming freshman to Admission from each college and/or university transfer in college courses earned through a dual attended. credit experience in high school. Students must 3) Kaplan Admission Test results are submitted (for submit official college transcripts for review to the nursing majors only). Office of Admission. Credit will be evaluated consistent with policies for transfer students. TRANSFER CREDIT EVALUATION Community college courses will be evaluated from Lewis curriculum requirements allow a complete the Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree transfer of credit, in most cases, for incoming programs. Credit from an Associate of Applied transfer students. Course grades, however, do not Science program may not transfer. College credit transfer. Students with questions should contact the guidelines earned through Advanced Placement, Office of Admission for assistance. Transfer guides International Baccalaureate, and CLEP are discussed for the Illinois community colleges can be accessed under the Special Programs heading of this section at www.lewisu.edu/transfers on the Lewis University of the catalog. Web site.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ENTERING Evaluation of transfer credit (in traditional TRANSFER STUDENTS programs) is based on the following criteria: A transfer student applicant (traditional programs) is 1) Transfer credit must be earned from schools defined as a degree-seeking student who has earned a accredited by The Higher Learning Commission minimum of 12 semester (18 quarter) hours of of the North Central Association or another transferable credit at a regionally accredited post- regional accrediting agency. Credit does not secondary institution. Transfer student applicants transfer from schools of business or data need to have earned a minimum 2.0 cumulative processing or from professional training transfer grade point average (higher for some majors) institutions not accredited by the North Central based upon all transferable courses to be considered Association or another regional accrediting for admission. The Office of Admission will fully association.

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2) Transfer credit must be earned in coursework credits if from an associate degree nursing program that parallels offerings given at Lewis University and up to 15 credits if from a baccalaureate or is acceptable through an articulation degree nursing program) provided that agreement. The Associate in Arts and Associate a. the student’s cumulative GPA for all courses in Science degrees are accepted. taken at all transferring institutions is 2.75 or 3) Community college terminal programs will above based on a 4.0 point scale; transfer if prior articulation has occurred b. the nursing courses were completed within between the particular community college and three years of the date credit is to be granted; Lewis University. (For example, law enforcement, c. content is equivalent to the course(s) for marketing, management, and some community which credit is being requested; college programs in nursing.) To be considered d. the student must successfully complete the in this category, the courses must fundamentally Kaplan Admission Test (KAT): Reading at draw upon the natural or social sciences and be 73% and Math at 77%. appropriate to the liberal arts curriculum. 4) A maximum of 72 semester hours of community The College of Nursing and Health Professions college credits (or credits from a two-year reserves the right to evaluate the transfer school) will be accepted at the time of entry. An student’s basic and physical assessment skills to unlimited number of hours will be accepted determine achievement of competency at the from upper division/senior institutions. level for which transfer credit is being requested. Transferable credit must be degree applicable. Admission, progression, curriculum and 5) Credit hours for “D” grades will transfer graduation policies of the first professional provided that the course is not equivalent to the degree program in nursing are subject to required College Writing courses or required by change in order to comply with requirements of the student’s major or minor. the current Illinois Nursing and Advanced Practice Nursing Act and Rules for 6) A maximum of four hours will transfer in Administration of Nursing and Advanced physical education activity courses. Practice Nursing Act 2008. 7) All transferable prior learning credit earned before enrolling at Lewis, and in combination 11) RN/BSN students are awarded 12 semester hours with community college credit, may not exceed of credit on the basis of demonstrating 72 credit hours. fulfillment of basic nursing competencies 8) All transfer students must complete the final 32 measured through passing the NCLEX exam and hours of their degree, including at least four receiving licensure as a professional nurse in the upper-division courses in the major, two upper- state of Illinois. These hours are held in escrow division courses in the minor, and 6 hours of until the student successfully completes L5-432, University Mission courses at Lewis. Promoting Healthy Communities. 9) Developmental and/or remedial courses 12) A Bachelor to BSN prelicensure track has been completed at another institution are not designated for individuals who hold a bachelor’s transferable. degree from an accredited four-year college. Upon completion of this accelerated track, the ADDITIONAL CRITERIA FOR NURSING STUDENTS graduate will be granted a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree and be eligible to sit for the 10) Prelicensure students who transfer from an national examination for licensure (NCLEX) as a CCNE/NLNAC accredited nursing program may registered nurse. be eligible for transfer credit for specific Lewis University nursing course requirements (up to seven

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ILLINOIS ARTICULATION INITIATIVE Fire Service Administration : A fire service related IN GENERAL EDUCATION associate’s degree or equivalent hours in the fire Lewis University participates fully in the General service field from an accredited college is required. Education Portion of the Illinois Articulation Initiative RN/BSN : A nursing degree completion major must (IAI). Transfer students who have completed the IAI be a registered professional nurse in Illinois or must general education core courses with a previous qualify for endorsement within one semester; must institution will have to complete only the appropriate be a graduate of a state-approved diploma, associate’s Mission-based courses as part of the graduation degree, or foreign nursing program; must have requirements for Lewis University. Visit the Illinois attained a 2.5 (4.0 scale) cumulative GPA for transfer Articulation Initiative Web site at www.itransfer.org credits (see specific program information). for more information on approved courses from each participating Illinois college. These same admission criteria apply to all students who wish to register for an accelerated course offered REQUIREMENTS FOR ADULTS ENTERING through SPCE. Students must meet with an DEGREE COMPLETION PROGRAMS academic advisor to complete a form that confirms (ACCELERATED PROGRAMS) the request for enrollment into an accelerated course. Lewis University offers undergraduate accelerated To apply for admission, students should complete an degree programs for working adults in applied Application for Admission through the Office of sociology and political science, business Graduate and Adult Admission and submit official administration, management, information transcripts from each college/university the student technology management, human resource has previously attended. Evaluation of transfer credit management, construction administration, is based on the following criteria: hospitality administration, fire service administration, healthcare leadership, nursing, 1) Credits transfer from schools accredited by The organizational leadership and paralegal studies. Higher Learning Commission of the North To be admitted, students should be at least 24 years Central Association or another regional of age; have earned a minimum of 12 semester (18 accrediting association. qtr.) hours of transferable credit at a regionally 2) A maximum of four credit hours will transfer in accredited post-secondary institution; have earned a physical education activity courses. minimum of a 2.0 (4.0 scale) cumulative grade point 3) “D” grades will be accepted as transfer credit average based on all transferable courses to be provided that the applicant has a “D” grade in a considered for admission; and have at least three course not required by the student’s major or minor. years of full-time work experience. Credits earned 4) A maximum of 72 semester hours of community through Prior Learning Assessment cannot be used college credits (or credits from a two-year to satisfy the transfer credit hour requirement for school) may be accepted at the time of admission into an accelerated program. admission. 5) All transferable prior learning credit earned Following are additional criteria stipulated by before enrolling at Lewis, and in combination program: with community college credit, may not exceed Business Administration, Construction 72 credit hours. Administration, Hospitality Administration, 6) An unlimited number of hours will be accepted Information Technology Management, from upper division/senior institutions as long as Management: Business course grades of “C” or 32 hours, including 12 hours of upper-division higher will be accepted for transfer into the major. major courses and 6 hours of Mission-based courses, are completed at Lewis.

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7) Developmental and or remedial courses (Internet-based) is required for undergraduate completed at another institution are not admission; the score of 550 (written) and 217 transferable. (electronic) for graduate admission. Visit the TOEFL 8) There are no time limits with respect to when Web site at http://www.toefl.co m for information credits were earned in order to be accepted for regarding the TOEFL. transfer. Students with less than the required score may apply 9) Course grades do not transfer. for admission to the English as a Second Language program. On completing all pertinent ESL courses REQUIREMENTS FOR ADULT FIRST YEAR through the advanced level with at least the grade of STUDENTS (NON-ACCELERATED) “C” in each class, students may then begin the Lewis An adult first year student is defined as an University undergraduate program. Details on how undergraduate applicant 24 years of age or older to apply can be found at ww.lewisu.edu/international/ with no previous college experience. Adult first year apply on the University Web site. students may be admitted to the University upon submission of a completed Application for In addition to meeting general admission Admission and verification of high school requirements, it is recommended that international graduation. The GED is acceptable. Students who students submit international transcripts to an have Prior Learning Assessment credit must submit evaluation service which is a member of the National these documents for review of transferable credit. Association of Credential Evaluation Services. International applicants must have official transcripts By Illinois state law, all incoming students born after sent directly to the University. Copies of all January 1, 1957 who are taking six or more credit secondary and post-secondary transcripts and the hours must have an updated immunization record General Certificate of Education (GCE), as well as sent to the Center for Health and Counseling the original documents themselves, results, diplomas Services. This requirement also applies to students and other certificates not in the English language, receiving credit on the Romeoville campus. Every must be translated. In addition, students requesting College of Nursing and Health Professions student transfer credit for upper-division coursework must have a physical examination form completed (translated into English) must forward catalog course before entering clinical courses. descriptions of all university-level courses under Adults interested in attending Lewis University consideration for transfer. Course translation and should contact the Office of Admission for evaluation of transfer credit may be required through assistance. Applications for admission and official the selected evaluation service. transcripts should be sent directly to the Office of All international students are required to present the Admission. appropriate student visa and other documents, as well as to complete the Certified Affidavit of Support REQUIREMENTS FOR ENTERING Form confirming coverage of all college, personal INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS and travel expenses for each academic year at Lewis International students must demonstrate proficiency University. Additionally, international students must in the English language. Those international students have proof of health insurance valued at not less than who have attended universities abroad and where ten thousand (U.S. $10,000) dollars. The insurance instruction was in the English language may carrier must have a U.S.-based office. International demonstrate proficiency through acceptable English students who cannot show proof of health insurance course grades documented on official transcripts. All from a U.S.-based company will be required to others are required to take the Test of English as a purchase health insurance through the University. Foreign Language (TOEFL). A TOEFL score of 550 (paper-based) and 213 (computer-based) or 79-80 International students should contact the Office of International Student Services at

10 WWW.LEWISU.EDU (800 )897-9000 GENERAL INFORMATION ADMISSION POLICIES/SPECIAL PROGRAMS www.lewisu.edu/studentservices/iss for appropriate 2) INTRODUCTION TO THE COLLEGE forms and procedures at least six months in advance EXPERIENCE (ICE) of the desired semester of attendance. The Introduction to the College Experience (ICE) course is designed to assist the new student by REQUIREMENTS FOR ENTERING providing information and skills essential for a STUDENTS-AT-LARGE successful college experience. The one-credit hour A student-at-large is defined as a student who wishes course for first year college students reviews key to enroll in courses and does not plan to complete a University information on policies, procedures, and degree at Lewis University. services; it identifies for the student positive college readiness skills (study skills, time management, etc.); Students-at-large must submit proof of prior college furthermore, it outlines career planning credit. An unofficial college transcript is acceptable opportunities; and finally it provides information to provided that the student does not plan to obtain a enhance the advising sessions with the student’s degree from Lewis University. Students-at-large may academic advisor. Small groups of 12-15 students pursue their studies on a part-time or full-time basis meet once a week and are directed by a selected but do not receive institutional financial assistance. faculty or staff mentor. The course is required for all Those students who do seek a degree must complete new students entering the University with fewer than an Application for Admission and submit official 12 credit hours. Usually incoming first year students transcripts from each college or university previously are asked to read a contemporary text in preparation attended. for this class. First year General Education courses By Illinois state law, all incoming students born after may also allude to this “Common Reader.” January 1, 1957 who are taking six or more credit The content of courses offered in this program can hours must have an updated immunization record be found in the Course Descriptions. sent to the Center for Health and Counseling See 76-100; 76-103; 76-108. Services. This requirement also applies to students receiving credit on the Romeoville campus. Every 3) HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARS College of Nursing and Health Professions student High school seniors who are in the top ten percent of must have a physical examination form completed their class and who are recommended by the before entering clinical courses. principal or guidance counselor may enroll in one course at Lewis University each semester while SPECIAL PROGRAMS completing their final year of high school. Applications are to be made through the Office of 1) ACADEMIC EXPLORATION PROGRAM (AEP) Admission. Seniors who are accepted are designated High School Scholars and receive free tuition for this The Academic Exploration Program is designed to assist program. those students who have not yet decided on a major. Students are given assistance in evaluating their 4) ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) interests, values and skills in pursuit of declaring a The Advanced Placement Program of the College major. As first-semester freshmen, students are required Entrance Examination Board provides examinations to take Introduction to the College Experience: The in 26 different fields. Students earning a grade of Academic Exploration Program (76-103) which fulfills three, four or five on selected Advanced Placement the University requirement of Freshman Experience. Examinations will be granted equivalent college The Leckrone Academic Resource Center (LARC) credit. Advanced Placement credit is evaluated serves as the home department and provides career through the Office of Admission. Advanced counseling services and academic advising for all AEP Placement exams are listed in the areas shown in the students. Freshmen and sophomores are eligible to Advanced Placement Examinations Chart. participate in the program.

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ADVANCED PLACEMENT EXAMINATIONS

AP Exam Credit Subject Areas Lewis Credit Score Hours Needed Earned Art History Fine Arts/ Humanities Gen Ed - 01-391 Art History I 3 or higher 3 Biology Mathematics/Science Gen Ed - 02-100 Intro to Biology 4 or 5 3 Calculus AB Mathematics/Science Gen Ed - 13-200 Calculus I 3 or higher 4

Calculus BC Mathematics/Science Gen Ed - 13-200 Calculus I 3 or higher 8 and 13-201 Calculus II Chemistry Mathematics/Science Gen Ed - 03-106 Chemistry 3 or higher 3 Computer Science Univ. Elective Credit - 70-196 Topics in Computer Science 3 or higher 3 Economics Microeconomics Economics - 04-201 Microeconomics 3 or higher 3 Macroeconomics Social Science Gen Ed - 04-200 Macroeconomics 3 or higher 3 English Language Communication Gen Ed - 06-111 College Writing 1 4 or 5 3 Literature Fine Arts/Humanities Gen Ed - 06-220 Topics in Lit . 3 or higher 3

Environmental Mathematics/Science Gen Ed – 4 or 5 3 Science 02-106 Topics in Environmental Science European History Univ. Elective Credit - 09-106 Topics in History 3 or higher 3 French Language Language Elective - 21-123 First Year French 1 3 or higher 3 Literature Language Elective - 21-106 Lit. in a Foreign Language 3 or higher 3 German Language Language Elective - 21-127 First Year German 1 3 or higher 3 Literature Language Elective - 21-106 Lit. in a Foreign Language 3 or higher 3 Human Geography Social Science Gen Ed - 18-T01 3 or higher 3 U.S. Government & Politics Social Science Gen Ed – 3 or higher 3 18-200 American National Government Comparative Gov. & Politics Social Science Elective- 18-106 Topics in Political Science 3 or higher 3 Latin Language Elective Credit - 21-131 First Year Latin 1 3 or higher 3

Physics Mathematics/Science Gen Ed – 3 or higher 3 17-100 Elementary Laboratory Physics Psychology Social Science Gen Ed- 26-100 General Psychology 3 or higher 3 Spanish Language Language Elective - 21-103 First Year Spanish 1 3 or higher 3 Literature Language Elective - 21-106 Lit. in a Foreign Language 3 or higher 3 Statistics University Elective Credit - 76-190 3 or higher 3 Studio Art Fine Arts Elective Credit - 01-106 The Subject is Art 3 or higher 3 U.S. History History Elective Credit - 09-106 Topics in History 3 or higher 3 World History History Elective Credit - 09-106 Topics in History 3 or higher 3

Please note: 1. Students enrolled in Lewis’ Connections Program may receive only elective credit for select AP scores. 2. Students enrolled in Lewis’ Pre-Pharmacy Dual Acceptance Program with Midwestern University may receive only elective credit for select AP scores. 3. Students who declare Biology as a major may be awarded only elective credit for AP Biology scores. 4. All students must still take College Writing 2 to satisfy the general education requirement in writing. 5. Additional AP exam scores may be acceptable upon review by the Office of Admission and the appropriate Dean.

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INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE PROGRAM

Required HL Credit Subject Area Lewis University Credit Hours Score Earned Language A1 Humanities Gen Ed - 06-220 Topics in Literature 5 3 Language A2 Foreign Language Elective - 21-2XX 5 Second Year Target Language 1** 3

Language B Foreign Language Elective - 21-1XX 5 First Year Target Language 1** 3

Foreign Language Elective - 21-129 5 Classical Greek First Year Classical Greek 1** 3

Latin Foreign Language Elective - 21-131 First Year Latin 1** 5 3 Economics Economics Gen Ed - 04-200 Macroeconomics 5 3 Business and Management Business Administration Elective - 61-200 Principles of Management 5 3

Geography Social Science Gen Ed - 18-T01 5 3

(Modern) History Humanities Gen Ed - 09-102 Culture and Civilization II 5 3

Islamic History History Elective - 09-106 Topics in History 5 3

Information Technology in a Sociology Elective - 20-106 Topics in Sociology Global Society 5 3

Philosophy Humanities Gen Ed - 15-110 Intro to Philosophy 5 3 Psychology Social Science Gen Ed - 26-100 General Psychology 5 3 Social and Cultural Anthropology Sociology Elective - 20-106 Topics in Sociology 5 3 Biology Science Gen Ed - 02-100 Intro to Biology 5 3

Chemistry Science Gen Ed - 03-110 General Chemistry I** 5 4

Physics Science Gen Ed - 17-120 Integrated Science I 5 3

Mathematics Mathematics Gen Ed - 13-120 Mathematical Analysis 5 4

Computer Science Computer Science Elective - 70-200 Programming and Algorithm Design** 5 3 Music Fine Arts Gen Ed - 14-110 Music for the Listener 5 3 Theatre Arts Fine Arts Gen Ed - 22-135 Intro to Theatre Experience 5 3

Visual Arts Fine Arts Gen Ed - 01-241 Art Appreciation 5 3

* At the discretion of the Department Chair/Program Director, a student who earns a score of 6 or 7 may be awarded additional elective credit (up to twice the hours listed above) with the submission of a qualifying portfolio. The chair may require an interview with the student. ** The Chair/Program Director may grant credit for the second course in the sequence if the applicant demonstrates relevant knowledge and skills. In this case, no additional credit hours will be awarded for either course, regardless of score.

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Upon receipt of an AP test score, a letter will be sent coordinator serves as an academic advisor. A weekly to inform the student applicant if he/she is receiving mentoring meeting and a lab meeting are required. AP credit at Lewis. Those receiving AP credit will 7) INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE receive an evaluation explaining how the credit is PROGRAM applied to Lewis’ General Education Curriculum. AP The International Baccalaureate Program, an scores should be reported to the Office of Admission international assessment agency with its head office within the first semester of enrollment at Lewis. in Geneva, Switzerland, is committed to high quality 5) SERVICE MEMBERS OPPORTUNITY teaching and learning among member high schools COLLEGE (SOC) the world over. The curriculum and assessment Upon enlistment in the military or at any time center of the International Baccalaureate is located in thereafter, service personnel may enroll in SOC. This Cardiff, Wales. This center oversees two program enables service personnel to begin their examination sessions per year. Students take two college careers when they begin their military kinds of courses and two kinds of examinations: careers, thus avoiding unnecessary interruption. Standard Level and Higher Level. Lewis University Regardless of where they are stationed, students can automatically awards credit hours only in those take courses defined by the Lewis University subjects in which a student has earned a score of “5” curriculum and degree requirements. Credits are or higher in a Higher Level IB examination. Some transferred to Lewis and applied toward the departments award elective or general education baccalaureate degree. The Office of Admission is credit; others award credit toward the major or responsible for providing ongoing academic advising minor. The Chair of a department in which course to participants in the program. SOC students credit is granted may award up to twice the credit complete remaining degree requirements when they hours for examination scores of “6” or “7” if a return to the Lewis campus. student submits in the judgment of the Chair a 6) SUCCESS PROGRAM qualifying IB portfolio in the subject area. All additional hours awarded are elective credit – not The Success Program Committee admits a limited applicable to the major or minor – unless otherwise number of first year students each year who, despite authorized by the Chair. A Chair in certain not meeting regular University entrance requirements, departments may also choose to grant credit for the exhibit a strong potential to successfully complete a second course in a sequence if appropriate; if the bachelor’s degree. second course in a sequence is awarded credit, no The program includes a full year of meetings and additional hours may be awarded for either the first activities that provide students with the individual or the second course. attention necessary to focus upon improving their 8) SECOND BACHELOR’S DEGREE academic skills. During the first semester, every Lewis University permits the holder of a bachelor’s attempt is made to enroll the student in the required degree to earn a second bachelor’s degree from the writing and reading courses. Additional University University. The first step in seeking a second courses act as supplements to complete the first bachelor’s degree from Lewis is to be admitted to the semester schedule of classes. The second semester University as an undergraduate student. The schedule of courses is also determined in candidate should follow either procedure A or B in consultation with the counselor. Students are the following section (depending on whether the required to attend a two-week Summer Bridge first bachelor’s degree was earned at Lewis or at Program before the start of their first semester. another college or university). Advising and support services are provided by the Upon admission to the University, the student must Success Program. In an effort to help students meet all curricular requirements to earn a bachelor’s recognize and realize their academic potential, a degree and complete the requirements of a major

14 WWW.LEWISU.EDU (800) 897-9000 GENERAL INFORMATION SPECIAL PROGRAMS other than the major(s) completed in obtaining the 3) Obtain approval of the department chair first degree. The course of study for the second (required when applicable). degree must include at least 32 credit hours not 4) Complete the Kaplan Admission Test (KAT) counted for any other degree. These 32 credits and as part of the application process for nursing any other credit hours needed to complete the majors. second bachelor’s degree must be earned at Lewis B. Holders of a bachelor’s degree from Lewis University (See Academic Policies for other University must requirements). Credit by examination or credit for 1) Complete an application form for the second experience (Prior Learning Assessment) cannot be bachelor’s degree at the Office of Admission. counted toward fulfilling the requirement. This application includes: Students seeking a second bachelor’s degree must a) approval of the department chairperson follow degree requirements as outlined in this (when applicable); catalog as they pertain to the completion of a major b) a listing of the courses needed to course of study, fulfill general education complete the major (to be determined by requirements, and apply for graduation. the chairperson); and Previous credits earned (elsewhere or at Lewis) will c) a statement that a minimum of 32 be treated as transfer credits. They shall not apply in credits must be earned at Lewis in determining GPA, class rank, rank in the major or addition to the credits counted in honors at graduation. earning the first degree (See Academic Policies for other requirements). While attending Lewis, seekers of a second bachelor’s degree must comply with all the financial payment 2) Obtain clearance from the Business Office of policies and student conduct policies. In these areas, Lewis University. students seeking a second bachelor’s degree are not 3) Complete the Kaplan Admission Test (KAT) distinguished from other Lewis University as part of the application process for nursing undergraduates. majors. ADMISSION POLICIES FOR SECOND The student will follow the graduation and major BACHELOR’S DEGREE requirements that are in effect when the student applies for the second degree. A. Holders of a degree from a college or university other than Lewis must 9) RETURNING LEWIS STUDENTS 1) Seek admission to Lewis University as an undergraduate student through the Office of A returning student is defined as any student who Admission. was previously enrolled in Lewis University courses, and has either been absent for more than two 2) Submit an official transcript of credits from calendar years, or has attended another all previous colleges or universities attended. college/university after leaving Lewis University. An evaluation of these credits will be made Returning students must reapply for admission and according to the University’s transfer be re-admitted to the University before enrolling in policies. The evaluation will list major and additional courses. general education requirements needed to complete the second bachelor’s degree. Upon Returning students who attended another college being granted final admission, the student must follow all admission criteria for transfer may begin coursework during the next students, and must take all major, minor, and general academic term (fall, spring or summer). education requirements listed in the current catalog.

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Transferable courses do not count toward the Lewis • Plentiful interactions between students and Grade Point Average (GPA). Returning students who faculty members. left on academic probation will return under the • Opportunities for enriching out-of- same standing and must interview with the classroom experiences. Academic Skills Coordinator. • A supportive campus environment.

10) THE SCHOLARS ACADEMY, LEWIS TWO TRACKS WITHIN UNIVERSITY’S HONORS PROGRAM THE SCHOLARS ACADEMY The Scholars Academy provides enriching A. THE CONTRACT TRACK intellectual opportunities for Lewis University Contracts are special projects done in general undergraduate students in addition to classroom education courses and/or courses in the major. learning. The Academy emphasizes creative, They provide opportunities for students to interactive, interdisciplinary learning to broaden and satisfy a curiosity and to pursue a special deepen learning and to develop lifelong learning interest within the boundaries of the course. skills. Guided by the University’s Mission Statement They also provide opportunities for working and its Lasallian tradition, the Scholars Academy is closely with the course instructor. rooted in six principles or pillars: dialogue, holism, creativity, experimentation, value inquiry and Students in the Contract track must complete political/social awareness. These components form five course contracts and acquire 30 units of the “Scholars Mentality.” activity credit to earn a Scholars Diploma. Eligible students can apply for admission to the CHARACTERISTICS OF SCHOLARS Contract track at any time. It is generally ACADEMY MEMBER advisable that transfer students have at least The Scholars Academy is designed for students four semesters remaining at Lewis if they hope who have to complete the requirements. • A curiosity about the world and a desire to study it in the spirit of critical inquiry. B. CONNECTIONS PROGRAM TRACK • A passion for learning and challenging This option is by invitation only. Academically themselves academically. talented freshmen students are invited to apply • A belief in the transforming power and to take a sequence of paired general education practical uses of education. courses during their first four semesters. • An ability to work both independently and Students admitted to a Connections cohort are also collaboratively with other students and exempted from College Writing I (the first of with faculty. two required writing courses).

GUIDING PRINCIPLES SCHOLARS ACTIVITIES The Scholars Academy is guided by the Students in both tracks must complete scholars University Mission and also by the activities, on-campus and off-campus characteristics of an engaged university and educational enhancements. These out-of-class student body. As defined by the National Survey scholars activities take a variety of forms: of Student Engagement, the qualities of a superior undergraduate education include: • On-campus colloquia, special academic events that explore stimulating ideas like • A high level of academic challenge. creativity or topical issues like affirmative • Numerous opportunities for active and action and American foreign policy. collaborative learning.

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• "City-as-text" experiences which give the 11) DEPARTMENTAL HONORS student the opportunity to explore the ORGANIZATIONS cultural and social variety of the Chicago The following departments and colleges have region and other great American cities. In nationally affiliated honors organizations. For past years, scholars have had the opportunity admission to membership, students must meet to visit the Holocaust Museum in Washington, to explore Pilsen, one of criteria established by the national organization. Chicago's most historically interesting Biology (Beta Beta Beta) neighborhoods, and to attend special Computer Science (Upsilon Pi Epsilon) exhibitions at the Art Institute of Chicago. English (Sigma Tau Delta) • Small-scale explorations through attendance at the University's Arts & Ideas events History (Phi Alpha Theta) featuring presentations by Lewis faculty and Mathematics (Pi Mu Epsilon) outside speakers. Nursing (Sigma Theta Tau) The Scholars Academy creates its learning Philosophy (Phi Sigma Tau) community mainly through these activities and also through several social events each year. Physics (Sigma Pi Sigma) Political Science (Pi Sigma Alpha) LEVELS OF DISTINCTION Psychology (Psi Chi) Students in the program can achieve a higher Theology (Theta Alpha Kappa) level of distinction – The Distinguished Scholars Diploma – by doing additional A number of departments have professional contracts and participating in additional organizations that are open to majors and, in activities. some cases, non-majors (e.g., The American Marketing Association, The Philosophy Club). RECOGNITION HONORS SOCIETIES Students are honored through recognition at college awards events and at university Lewis University offers membership opportunities in graduation ceremonies. Scholars contracts and two national honors organizations: Delta Epsilon courses are included on the transcript. Sigma (National Scholastic Honor Society) and the National Society of Collegiate Scholars (an organization that bestows honors recognition on ELIGIBILITY FOR AND CONTINUATION academic achievements earned early in the student’s IN THE SCHOLARS PROGRAM college career). First year students are eligible if they have a high school GPA of 3.25 and a composite score 12) STUDY ABROAD OPPORTUNITIES of 24 or above on the ACT. Returning students Lewis University offers three types of study abroad or transfer students are eligible for admission if opportunities: semester abroad, travel study trips, they have a cumulative GPA of 3.25 after one and internships. Opportunities vary depending on semester of college-level work. Members students’ majors and language skills. remain on active status if they maintain a 3.25 GPA and make satisfactory progress toward the The purpose of study abroad is to learn in the completion of program requirements. context of a culture that is new to the student. The study abroad experience speaks to three elements of the University’s Mission: knowledge, association and wisdom. Students take courses for credit and gain understanding of other cultures. The opportunity to

2010-2011 UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 17 SPECIAL PROGRAMS/FINANCIAL INFORMATION LEWIS UNIVERSITY befriend peoples of other cultures and the sharing of LOCATIONS this experience with Lewis peers supports the Study abroad opportunities are currently available in Mission element of association. The integration of Argentina, Australia, Brazil, England, France, students’ learning abroad with life at home facilitates Ireland, Italy, Mexico, South Africa, and Spain. growth of understanding and, hence, wisdom. Additional information about each location can be found online at www.LasallianStudyAbroad.org INTERNATIONAL SEMESTER Lewis students attend college/university for one or LEWIS UNIVERSITY TRAVEL STUDY TRIPS two semesters in a foreign country at one of Lewis’ Lewis faculty members periodically organize partner institutions. Lewis is a member of the university-approved educational trips to other Lasallian International Programs Consortium. countries to provide students the opportunity to Student participation in Study Abroad provides travel and learn in different parts of the world. international, cross-cultural experiences in Typically, the travel study lasts 10-14 days; faculty stimulating university contexts. Earned credits and offer one or more courses or seminars (meeting prior grades for equivalent courses at these affiliated to departure, during the trip, and after returning institutions transfer as Lewis University credits. from the trip). Travel study may include visits to Students apply and register through Lewis before universities, government agencies, businesses, departing for the host institution. Fees and costs are museums, and/or other relevant places of interest that reasonably close to the fees, tuition, and room and provide opportunities for cross-cultural learning. board costs of Lewis University. In most cases, the Study Abroad host institutions’ semesters coincide FURTHER INFORMATION closely with Lewis’ semesters. All students are To learn more about any of these opportunities, visit required to take a one-credit seminar (including pre- the International Study Office in the Leckrone departure, abroad, and re-entry components) and Academic Resource Center, check pay an international study fee. www.lewisu.edu/academics/studyabroad , or Contact the Study Abroad Office in LARC, ext. 5593, call (815) 836-5593. for application materials and additional information regarding deadlines, costs, course equivalents, FINANCIAL INFORMATION specifics of the locations, and procedures. Before going abroad, students are encouraged to take at least Official information concerning tuition and fees is one semester of foreign language. published each semester in the University Course Schedule . All charges and fees are subject to change ELIGIBILITY AND REQUIREMENTS without notice or obligation, and only those lists of Applicants must be approved for participation by tuition, fees and other charges published with the Lewis University and the partnering institution. authority of the University Business Office are official. Basic eligibility to participate in Study Abroad includes a minimum of a 3.0 GPA or better and FULL-TIME UNDERGRADUATE COSTS junior status. Students from all majors are welcome. Effective for the fall 2010 semester, all traditional full- Fluency in a language is not required. It is time students enrolling for 12-18 hours per semester recommended that interested students begin are charged a flat rate of $23,780 per year, or $11,890 preparing for this opportunity early in their college per semester. Students enrolling in less than 12 hours program. Most applications are due at the beginning per semester will be charged $730 per credit hour. of the semester before the Study Abroad semester. Students enrolling in more than 18 hours per Further information about specific requirements for semester will pay the per credit hour charge of $730 each location is available at the International Study per credit hour for all hours in excess of 18. Abroad Office.

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Personal expenses vary according to the needs of the Each semester, a financial information section is individual student. published in the University Course Schedule . This information is available to all students at the time of TESTING FEES registration for any term. Students may obtain a copy Students who wish to make use of special testing at the Office of the Registrar. programs available through the University pay the fees charged by the testing agency or by the official REFUND POLICY examiners, as well as a posting fee. The College Level Upon completion of a Drop Form in the Registrar’s Examination Program (C.L.E.P.), various proficiency Office or online, tuition and required fees paid for a examinations, and Prior Learning Assessment are course may be refunded as follows: administered by the School for Professional and Continuing Education. 1) Through the first week of the semester: 100% 2) Within the second week of the semester: 50% Returning Financial Aid Programs New Students Students 3) After the second week of the semester: None Lewis Grant, Tuition refunds are based on the preceding only. August 1 May 1 $500 reduction Neither the number of class meetings, nor student Lewis Grant, no money September 1 September 1 attendance, is used in computing the refund. Students

Illinois Monetary Award will remain responsible for all charges, including late September 29 August 1 (MAP), no fall term fees, unless they follow proper procedures for Announced by Illinois Monetary Award officially withdrawing from Lewis University, and do ISAC depending on September 29 (MAP), no money funding levels so within the published deadlines for refund.

ROOM AND BOARD FINANCIAL AID Room rental varies according to the residence hall and the number of students in a room. New students The Office of Financial Aid Services is committed to are assigned rooms based on availability and order of developing a partnership with each student and their receipt of application. Current students participate in family. That partnership is three-fold and consists of a room re-application process during the spring federal and state resources, institutional resources, semester of each academic year. and student/family resources. The Student Financial Aid Program has been developed to meet that goal. The University provides dining hall meals for The Office of Financial Aid Services administers resident students, all of whom are required to select a programs in cooperation with federal, state and meal plan that best suits their needs. private agencies and funds are provided through the FEES University as well. Funding may be based on financial need or on academic, athletic or fine arts merit. Fees charged for special services are published in the University Course Schedule each semester. Students who have been accepted for admission to Lewis are eligible to be considered for financial aid. OFFICIAL NOTICE Lewis University requires that students complete the The University makes every effort to inform students Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in about charges and fees and to keep financial order to apply for need-based financial aid/grants, information up-to-date and accurate. Students are loans and work programs through federal, state and invited to contact the Business Office with questions institutional resources. This form is available through and need to keep informed about their financial the Office of Financial Aid Services, high school obligations. guidance offices, and on the Internet at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

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FINANCIAL AID ELIGIBILITY FINANCIAL AID DEFINITIONS You are eligible for financial aid if FAFSA – The standard form used by students and families to apply for financial aid. The acronym • You are a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen. stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid. • You show that you have financial need by FINANCIAL AID BUDGET – An average estimate of completing the FAFSA. what it will cost to attend Lewis University • You are making satisfactory academic progress. depending on a student’s living arrangements • You are not in default on a federal student loan. indicated on the FAFSA. The Financial Aid Budget is • You are registered with Selective Service if you comprised of tuition and fees, room and board, are a male between the ages of 18 and 25. transportation, books and supplies, and personal HOW TO APPLY expenses. EXPECTED FAMILY CONTRIBUTION – Students must complete a Free Application for This number, determined by the federal government, Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year in order to is a calculation of the student’s financial information be eligible for financial assistance. Students may as submitted on the FAFSA. obtain the FAFSA in the Office of Financial Aid Services, or they can visit www.fafsa.ed.gov and FINANCIAL NEED – The difference between the complete the application online. Financial preference student’s budget and the expected family is given to those students who complete the financial contribution. aid application process prior to May 1. GRANTS – Aid dollars awarded that need not be repaid by the student. Federal, state and institutional DEADLINES grants are usually based on a student’s financial need. SCHOLARSHIPS – Aid dollars awarded to students FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION PROCESS on the basis of outstanding achievement. Lewis Once the FAFSA is sent to the federal government, it University offers scholarships based on academic takes approximately two to four weeks for processing. merit, as well as talent in art, music, drama and The federal government sends each student a Student athletics. The scholarships are renewable based on Aid Report. The Office of Financial Aid Services will their criteria. receive that information electronically if Lewis is LOANS – Monies that students may borrow to help listed in the school code section. pay their educational costs. Loan repayments may be If the student is selected for verification, he or she deferred while a student is enrolled at least on a half- will be required to submit additional documentation time basis. in order for the file to be reviewed. This additional STUDENT EMPLOYMENT – Employment documentation can be, but is not limited to federal opportunities are available to students to work on- tax forms, federal W-2s, verification forms, asset campus or at off-campus community service jobs. documentation, a birth certificate and a social Students may apply for financial assistance from one security card. or more of the sources discussed below. Only the Once the verification process is complete, a financial essentials are noted here. To obtain full information aid award can be processed for the student. The on a particular program, contact the Office of financial aid award letter is the confirmation of any Financial Aid Services. federal, state and institutional grants, loans and work that the student is eligible for in the academic year.

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FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS 1) FIRST TIME FRESHMAN ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP – Scholarships awarded based on GRANTS ACT composite scores and high school grade point average. To be eligible for an academic In order to receive funding from federal or state scholarship, the prospective student should resources, a student must be a U.S. citizen or a complete an admission application and be permanent resident of the United States, pursuing a accepted to Lewis University by February 1. certificate or post-secondary degree, and enrolled at These scholarships are renewable for four years least on a half-time basis (six hours per semester). based on academic performance. Further information may be obtained from the Office of Financial Aid Services. 2) TRANSFER STUDENT ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP -Scholarships awarded based on 1) FEDERAL PELL GRANT - A federal grant based prior academic achievement at a community on financial need as determined by the Free college or university. All transfer applicants are Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). considered. These scholarships are renewable for 2) ILLINOIS MONETARY AWARD PROGRAM (MAP) - four years based on academic performance. An Illinois grant based on financial need. 3) PHI THETA KAPPA SCHOLARSHIP - An annual Parents and students must be residents of Illinois scholarship available to transfer students who are and meet the published deadlines. Students must Phi Theta Kappa members. Official proof of be attending an Illinois state-approved membership must be submitted to the Office of institution. Admission prior to the first date of the student's 3) ILLINOIS INCENTIVE FOR ACCESS GRANT - A initial enrollment. This scholarship is renewable one-time Illinois state grant in the amount of for up to three years based on at least a 3.0 Lewis $500 awarded to first-year students whose University cumulative GPA. Expected Family Contribution is zero, as 4) TALENT SCHOLARSHIPS - Awarded by the determined by the FAFSA. Students must be Theatre, Art and Music departments based on attending an Illinois state-approved institution. auditions and participation within the respective department. Awards may be renewed based on 4) FEDERAL SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATIONAL continued student participation within the OPPORTUNITY GRANT - A federal grant department. Contact the department awarded by Lewis University to students who chairperson for an application. show exceptional financial need, as determined LEWIS UNIVERSITY ATHLETIC AWARDS by the FAFSA. 5) - Lewis University is a NCAA Division II Institution and 5) LEWIS UNIVERSITY LASALLIAN GRANT - An is able to award athletic scholarships. institutional grant based on financial need, Recommendations for athletic scholarships are awarded to full-time undergraduate students. made by the Head Coach to the Office of This grant is not available to students who enroll Financial Aid Services. Inquiries should be made in accelerated, contract, cohort and/or second to the Office of Athletics. bachelor’s degree programs. 6) COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION SCHOLARSHIP – SCHOLARSHIPS The following scholarships are awarded by area organizations to Lewis University students of Scholarships are available to full-time undergraduate their choice: students based on outstanding high school or college • JACOB Scholarship academic records, talent in theater, art or music, or • Link Scholarship athletic ability. Scholarships are not available for students who enroll in accelerated, contract, cohort • Extra Effort Award and/or second bachelor’s degree programs.

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7) NURSING GRANTS/SCHOLARSHIPS - Several LOANS scholarships are available annually to nursing 1) SUBSIDIZED FEDERAL STAFFORD LOAN - majors meeting certain eligibility criteria. A federal loan program that is subsidized by the Examples include the Julianne Murphy federal government. Funds are available through Scholarship, awarded annually to a sophomore a lending institution. Eligibility is based on nursing major, and scholarships available financial need as determined by the FAFSA. A through local and regional community and student may borrow up to $2,625 as a freshman; professional groups. Registered nurses may $3,500 as a sophomore; $5,500 at the junior- qualify for funding through the State of Illinois senior level; and $8,500 at the graduate level. Nursing Assistance Program. For additional Repayment begins either six months after information, contact the Office of Financial Aid graduation or at the cessation of enrollment. Services. RNs may also contact the College of UNSUBSIDIZED FEDERAL STAFFORD LOAN Nursing and Health Professions RN advisor. 2) - A federal loan program available to students who 8) ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP - Available to do not qualify for a Subsidized Stafford Loan as undergraduate full-time students who are determined by the FAFSA. The primary dependent children or spouses of Lewis alumni. difference between the loans is that the interest Awarded annually to students who are accepted must be paid while the student is enrolled; the for admission prior to June 1 for fall enrollment principle is deferred until graduation or and December 1 for spring enrollment. Awards cessation of at least half-time studies. A student are renewable up to four years based on at least a may borrow up to $2,625 as a freshman; $3,500 2.25 Lewis University cumulative GPA. as a sophomore; $5,500 at the junior-senior level; 9) ARMY ROTC SCHOLARSHIPS - Scholarships and $8,500 at the graduate level. In addition, that provide tuition assistance, a book allowance, independent students can borrow an additional and a monthly living allowance are offered by the $4,000 at the freshman/sophomore level and U.S. Army to outstanding students enrolling in $5,000 at the junior/senior level. the four-year Army ROTC program. Applications 3) FEDERAL PERKINS LOAN – A low interest (5%) can be obtained from ROTC units and high federal loan program sponsored by the federal school counselors. These tuition scholarships are government and awarded by the University, available to first year students for four years and available to students based on financial need. No transfer students for up to three years. payment or interest is charged while the student 10) AIR FORCE ROTC SCHOLARSHIPS - is enrolled half-time or more. Repayment begins Scholarships that provide tuition assistance per either nine months after graduation or at the year and a monthly living allowance are offered cessation of enrollment. Up to $4,000 is available by the United States Air Force to outstanding for each academic year. Priority consideration is students enrolling in the four-year ROTC given to those students who complete the FAFSA program. These scholarships are available to first prior to May 1. year students for four years and transfer students 4) FEDERAL PLUS LOAN - A non-need based loan for up to three years. for parents of dependent undergraduate 11) LEWIS UNIVERSITY ENDOWED students. The parent may borrow up to the SCHOLARSHIPS - The University offers a student’s cost of attendance. Repayment begins number of endowed scholarships awarded 60 days after the second disbursement is made. annually from the generosity of our donors. The number of scholarships and the award values vary from year to year. Check with the Office of Financial Aid Services for award criteria and deadline dates.

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WORK PROGRAMS progress of each student is reviewed annually after the spring semester. Those students who are placed 1) FEDERAL COLLEGE WORK STUDY - on “probation” in the spring are reviewed again after An on-campus or off-campus community the fall semester. service work program partially funded by the federal government. Awards are made to GRADE POINT AVERAGE students based on their financial need as determined by completing the FAFSA. Work Each financial aid recipient must be enrolled in a Study jobs are coordinated through the Office of certificate or degree program and maintain the Financial Aid Services. minimum grade point average as outlined below: 2) PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT - A campus work Undergraduate 0-33 hours 1.75 cum. GPA program fully funded by the University. 34-50 hours 1.90 cum. GPA Financial need is not a requirement, but job 51+ hours 2.00 cum. GPA availability is limited to a few specific Graduate Any hours 2.00 cum. GPA departments. These jobs are coordinated through the Office of Financial Aid Services. MAXIMUM TIMEFRAME OTHER FINANCIAL AID OPPORTUNITIES A student is expected to complete a bachelor’s degree after attempting 192 credit hours. A student is 1) VETERANS BENEFITS - Lewis University is expected to complete a graduate degree after approved for the Montgomery GI Bill Veterans attempting 59 hours. A student in the aviation benefits. Contact the Office of Financial Aid certificate program is expected to complete a degree Services for a GI Bill Application. A certified after attempting 98 hours. This policy applies to all copy of a DD214 must be submitted with the enrollments at Lewis University whether or not application. financial aid was received. Note: If a student reaches 2) VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION SERVICES - the attempted credit hours maximum, he or she will Students with disabilities that handicap them be placed on permanent “financial aid suspension.” vocationally may be eligible for the services of the State of Illinois Department of Rehabilitation. RATE OF COMPLETION REQUIREMENT These services include vocational counseling and Students must show progress toward their training; payment of tuition, fees and books; and educational goals at a minimum rate or better. The job placement. Contact the local Department of minimum rates are outlined below and apply to both Rehabilitation Office for details. undergraduate and graduate students. 3) STUDY ABROAD - Financial Aid may be Hours Attempted Hours Earned available for study abroad programs. Contact the by Student by Student Office of Financial Aid Services for details. 12+ hours 11+ hours SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS POLICY 9 - 11 7+ hours The Lewis University Office of Financial Aid 6 - 8 5+ hours Services is responsible for ensuring that all students 1 - 5 3 or 4 hours (both undergraduate and graduate) who are Note: Hours attempted are the total number of credit receiving federal, state and institutional financial aid hours for which a student is enrolled at the end of the are meeting the Satisfactory Academic Progress add/drop period. Policy. In order to continue to receive financial aid, recipients must meet the standards that follow. At Lewis University, an academic year is defined as two semesters of 15 or more weeks (fall and spring). The

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REVIEW AND APPEAL PROCESS The official withdrawal date of the student is Each student will be reviewed according to the determined by the date indicated on the “Withdraw criteria at the end of the spring semester every year. from all Courses” form processed by the Office of If a student does not meet all three criteria, he or she the Registrar. An unofficial withdrawal date is the will be placed on “financial aid probation.” The mid-point of the enrollment period unless the student may continue to receive financial aid while student can document a specific date. on probation. At the end of the following fall This return of funds policy does not apply to semester, students on probation will be reviewed. If a students who withdraw from individual classes; it student does not attain satisfactory academic applies to only those students who withdraw progress at that time, he or she will be placed on completely from the University. This policy does not “financial aid suspension.” take precedence over the University’s tuition refund No additional financial aid will be awarded until the policy. Refer to the University Course Schedule for the student regains eligibility. The student will be tuition refund policy. allowed to appeal. The written appeal must include The Office of Financial Aid Services reviews each an educational plan that is outlined as to how the student who totally withdraws from the University to student will meet expectations, with an explanation determine the lesser of of mitigating circumstances as to what caused the student to not meet the satisfactory academic • unearned amount of Title IV Assistance or requirements. The student will have a time period • institutional charges incurred for the period of during which to complete the appeal process. No enrollment, multiplied by the unearned appeals will be accepted after the deadline date. percentage. If a student’s appeal is approved, the student will be allowed to continue on probation for the next Title IV funds will be returned in the order listed semester and will be reviewed once again at the end below: of the probation period. Earned “A”, “B”, “C”, “D”, and • Federal Direct Stafford Unsubsidized Loans “P” grades are considered hours earned. Incompletes • Federal Direct Stafford Subsidized Loans and withdrawals are not considered hours earned. Audits, proficiency tests and non-credit courses are • Federal Direct PLUS Loans not classified as attempted hours. • Federal Perkins Loan • Federal Pell Grant TITLE IV RETURN OF FUNDS POLICY • Federal SEOG (EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 1999) • Other Title IV Funds During the first 60% of the enrollment period, a student earns Title IV funds in direct proportion to THE TAXPAYER RELIEF ACT OF 1997 the length of time that he or she is enrolled. A The Taxpayer Relief Act of 1997 offers two new tax student who remains enrolled beyond the 60% point benefits to the American taxpayer. The first is the earns all aid for the period. The percentage of aid Hope Scholarship Tax Credit which allows families earned is determined by: up to a $1500 tax credit against taxes owed. A family A) the date the student officially withdraws from may claim a tax credit for each eligible dependent for the University; a maximum of two tax years. The second tax benefit B) the total number of calendar days comprising is the Lifetime Learning Tax Credit. Available to the period of enrollment; individuals who owe taxes, this tax credit allows the taxpayer, the taxpayer’s spouse, and any eligible tax C) the total number of calendar days the student dependents to subtract up to $1,000 per tax year for completed during the period of enrollment.

24 WWW.LEWISU.EDU (800 )897-9000 GENERAL INFORMATION FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS/ACADEMIC GUIDELINES an unlimited number of tax years. In both cases, the COLLEGE WRITING REQUIREMENTS actual amount of the credit depends on a family’s All students are required to complete College income, the amount of qualified tuition and fees Writing I (06-111) and College Writing II (06-112) paid, and the amount of certain scholarships and during their first three semesters at Lewis. The allowances subtracted from the tuition and fees. course sequence is designed to prepare students for Please consult your tax accountant/preparer or the the academic writing that will be required in their Internal Revenue Service for detailed information. major and other coursework. To support student success, the Department of ACADEMIC GUIDELINES English reviews student test or entrance scores, and administers a Writing Placement Examination, Upon admission to the University, it is the normally administered at the time of registration responsibility of the individual student to become (SOAR). Based on their demonstrated skills, students informed of all academic information necessary to are placed into the course that will best meet their follow a sound academic program leading to needs: Sentence and Paragraph (06-102); Essay (06- graduation. Admitted students should understand 103); College Writing I (06-111). the contents of this catalog, seek academic College Writing I may be waived for students who guidance from advisors, comply with all present a College Composition C.L.E.P. score of 63 or requirements for graduation, and apply for higher, an A.P. English Language and Composition graduation at the appropriate time. (See page 39.) score of 4 or higher, or who are accepted into the A student who completes both the requirements Connections Program of the Scholars Academy. listed in this catalog and the requirements for a Credit for acceptable A.P. and C.L.E.P. scores will major is eligible for a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of appear on the student’s transcript as 06-111 Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, or Bachelor (3 credits), but waivers do not appear on the of Elected Studies degree from Lewis University. transcript. All students, however, are still required to complete the Writing Placement Examination. The University also confers the degree of Associate of Science and the Aviation Maintenance Technology Transfer credits for College Writing I and II may be certificate. Both are offered through the Department awarded for equivalent coursework completed at other of Aviation and Transportation Studies and the accredited colleges and universities if appropriate requirements are found in the Aviation section of documentation is presented to the admitting office this catalog. and approved by the Department of English.

University General Education Requirements for new A.P., C.L.E.P., AND I.B. CREDIT FOR students are provided on pages 30-31. The LITERATURE EXAMINATIONS requirements for transfer students are determined by To satisfy the general education requirement in the number of hours transferred. The Office of literature, students who present an A.P. Examination Admission will evaluate transcripts to determine in Literature and Composition score of 3 or higher which general education courses a transfer student on an American Literature, Analyzing and must complete. Interpreting Literature, or English Literature C.L.E.P. Students who are absent from Lewis for more than score of 55 or higher, or an I.B. Language A1 score of two consecutive years must follow the catalog 5 or higher will be awarded 3 credits for 06-220. requirements in effect upon return. (See page 15.) Credits awarded for A.P., C.L.E.P., and I.B. scores, however, do not apply toward coursework in the English major.

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Transfer credits for the general education literature Roman Catholic Christian tradition, not only requirement may be awarded for equivalent on its own merits but also in relation to other coursework completed at other accredited colleges and ways of construing the world. universities if appropriate documentation is presented • consider the significance of spirituality in his to the admitting office and approved by the or her life. Department of English. 4. understand and prepare for moral and ethical decision-making. This can include the ability to: CHARACTERISTICS OF A BACCALAUREATE GRADUATE • define and apply the concepts and theories that underlie moral and ethical decision- The baccalaureate graduate of Lewis University will: making. 1. read, write, speak, calculate, and use technology at • consider the value of service to the world a demonstrated level of proficiency. This can community. include the ability to: 5. become an informed, involved, and responsible • research, comprehend, evaluate, and citizen of a diverse yet interconnected national synthesize scholarly texts and other and global community through a grounding in information sources. economic, political, social, and historical • communicate to analyze, inform, and influences that are inherent in shaping, persuade. developing, and advancing nations and the world. • speak effectively in small groups and formal This can include the ability to: settings. • understand economic and political theory and • process and use quantitative and qualitative practice in both the United States and the data. world. • use technological tools to retrieve, analyze, • investigate how citizens of the United States evaluate, and communicate information. and the world interact with one another, their 2. understand the major approaches to knowledge. community institutions, and their This can include the ability to: governments. • understand how social systems across cultures • comprehend and practice the scientific influence and are influenced by human method. behavior and development. • understand events, ideas, and disciplines • explore the histories, influences, and within their historical contexts. expressions of national and international • comprehend the methods and concepts of cultures. philosophy. • recognize and respect the diversity of societies • analyze and appreciate the history, genres, and in both the United States and the world. critical vocabulary of literature and mass media. 6. think critically and creatively. This can include the • experience and value the forms, aesthetics, ability to: and history of the arts. • analyze and evaluate information. • use the grammar and vocabulary of theology • synthesize and evaluate problem-solving through which faith seeks understanding. strategies. 3. understand the place of faith, religion, and • implement effective and innovative solutions spirituality in the search for truth and meaning. to problems. This can include the ability to: 7. possess the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to • comprehend the beliefs, histories, and roles of enter or advance a career, or to begin graduate various religious traditions. study. This can include the ability to: • assess the Christian tradition, especially the • demonstrate the skills for lifelong learning. • appreciate the value of lifelong learning. 26 WWW.LEWISU.EDU (800 )897-9000 GENERAL INFORMATION ACADEMIC GUIDELINES/ACADEMIC POLICIES

MISSION-RELATED COURSES The Ethics course (15-330) in the Department of The Mission-related courses at Lewis University, Philosophy and the Christian Action and Values among all the general education requirements, course (19-310) in the Department of Theology represent the hallmark of a Catholic and Lasallian integrate reflection and action through the education, which is founded on a profound respect development of higher learning skills. Students are for the person. Mission-related courses specifically challenged to clarify their own values through the advocate the mission values of Lewis University. study of ethicists and moralists. Students develop These courses have several purposes. One goal is to their own perspectives on timeless and timely ethical engage students in the pursuit of knowledge and the and moral issues. Personal experience and practice of association, two overarching mission responsibility, social behavior and interactions with values, but their primary goal is to encourage other humans, and human relationships with the students to consider the implications of three other physical universe are examined, together with the mission values: justice, fidelity, and wisdom. These nature of virtue, vice, goodness, and evil, and what courses challenge students to critique the constitutes prudent judgment. In both courses, contemporary world, while advocating the students use critical thinking skills. Ethics focuses cultivation of social, spiritual, and ethical values in on assessing critically various ethical viewpoints, the context of scholarly writings and personal while Christian Action and Values focuses on the introspection. Finally, they urge students to fundamental principles of Christian morality. acknowledge and to use higher-order principles in GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS their interactions with others and as a means of APPLYING TO ALL TRANSFER STUDENTS understanding the world around them. General education requirements may be fulfilled by The Department of Sociology’s Cultural Diversity transfer coursework or coursework taken at Lewis course (20-290) informs students about the diversity University. However, all transfer students must of racial, ethnic, and religious groups in America complete two of the three required Mission-based with a special emphasis on the analysis of class, age, general education courses at Lewis. and gender inequalities, the histories of diverse groups, and public policy issues. Students also develop a greater respect for cultural and ethnic ACADEMIC POLICIES differences among peoples the world over as well as greater appreciation for their own familial and social THE MAJOR heritage. The major is a sequence of courses in a department Consistent with the Mission of Lewis University, as or program designed to prepare students, according well as its Catholic and Lasallian heritage, the to departmental or program objectives, for certain Department of Theology offers a variety of courses careers and/or for graduate work. All students are which provide a diverse population with a liberal required to complete at least one set of major and professional education grounded in the requirements for graduation from the University, interaction of knowledge and fidelity in the search including at least four upper-division major courses for truth and one’s relationship with God. Theology (12-16 hrs.). At minimum, a 2.0 GPA is required for courses are intended to provide students with an graduation. A higher GPA in the major may be opportunity to personally explore religious questions required by some programs. from a Christian, especially Roman Catholic, DECLARATION OF MAJOR perspective. Such a theological approach involves working to understand what one believes. Students apply for a major by completing a Declaration of Major form obtained from the dean of the college or from the Leckrone Academic Resource Center. Approval from the chairperson of the 2010-2011 UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 27 ACADEMIC GUIDELINES/POLICIES LEWIS UNIVERSITY

department offering the major is required for major no earlier than the sophomore year, and only declaration. Students are encouraged to declare their after successfully beginning the program of the major(s) early. However, all students must declare a primary major. No application for the double major major before completing 58 credit hours applicable may be made after a student enters the final semester toward graduation. Transfer students who have at Lewis. Requirements for the double major must be earned more than 58 credit hours transferable to completed by graduation. Lewis must declare a major upon admission. A student completing the requirements for two Once declaring a major, the student will be assigned majors which earn different degrees will be awarded a faculty advisor from the major who will assist the only one degree. That of the primary major will be student in preparing an approved program leading to given, unless a request is made for the degree graduation. appropriate to the secondary major.

CHANGE OF MAJOR TRIPLE MAJOR Students may change majors by applying to the A student may complete the major requirements of chairpersons of the two departments involved by three departments or programs in the College of means of a form obtained from the dean of the Arts and Sciences, thus earning a triple major which college(s). The change of major is not complete until will be indicated on the transcript. To do so, a it has been recorded in the Office of the Registrar. student must complete 60 credit hours, at least 20 of them at Lewis, and have a minimum GPA of 3.0. No DOUBLE MAJOR application for a triple major may be made after a A student may complete the major requirements of student enters the final semester at Lewis. To apply two departments or programs at Lewis, thus earning for the triple major, a student must request that his a double major which will be indicated on the or her academic advisors form a Program Approval permanent record. To do so, a student must Committee (PAC) consisting of the chairs of each of complete all general education requirements of the the departments involved, as well as the dean. The college and University, as well as the requirements of student will present to the PAC a brief statement each major. Application for a double major is made explaining the benefits of the third major, along with through the office of the dean of the college(s) letters of support from advisors or faculty members involved and requires the consent of both the in the majors. The PAC will determine on an primary and secondary major department individual case basis which classes will be required chairpersons. A student may apply for the double and decide upon the required number of credits for

28 WWW.LEWISU.EDU (800 )897-9000 GENERAL INFORMATION ACADEMIC POLICIES each major. In each case, the decision of the PAC will advisor or who have not declared a major must be detailed in a written contract, signed by the consult with the Leckrone Academic Resource department chairs, the dean and the student. Each Center. Once a major has been declared, a student person and the University Registrar will receive a will ordinarily be advised by a faculty member from copy of the contract. If the PAC rejects a request for his or her major department. a triple major, the dean will supply the student with a Each student must see his or her advisor or a staff written rationale for the decision. member from the Leckrone Academic Resource MINORS Center to obtain a recommended sequence of courses. Each major department has developed a Students pursuing a minor should follow the recommended sequence which blends the general requirements of a specific minor found in this education and major requirements together in a catalog. These requirements must be completed by reasonable and systematic fashion. Thereafter, the graduation. Credit for “D” grades does not transfer advisor must sign the student’s registration card each toward the hours that are required for the minor. semester prior to registration. The student must Two upper-division courses (6-8 hrs.) in the minor obtain a PIN from his/her advisor in order to register must be taken at Lewis. A 2.0 GPA (“C” average) in online. the minor is required for graduation. All financial obligations, including unpaid tuition CERTIFICATION and fees, library and traffic fines, and residence hall Students who want to qualify for professional charges, must be paid for the current semester before certification should consult with the chairperson of a student can register for the next semester, or a their major department to learn how to meet such satisfactory payment plan must be arranged with the requirements. Bursar. Specific information on financial obligations can be found in the section of this catalog titled RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: “Financial Information.” THE 32-HOUR RULE UNIVERSITY GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Lewis University requires that undergraduate APPLICABLE TO ALL UNDERGRADUATE students fulfill a residency requirement by STUDENTS completing the last 32 credit hours of their degree The curriculum is divided into three parts: general programs in Lewis courses. This academic policy is education requirements, requirements for the major known as the 32-Hour Rule, and it fulfills one of the and elective courses. The general education eligibility requirements for graduation. requirements specify courses in the fine REGISTRATION AND COURSEWORK arts/humanities, social studies and natural sciences, communication and mathematics, designed to The Registrar publishes the University Course introduce the student to the various fields of liberal Schedule for the regular semesters and summer culture. Mission-related courses are also required. session. These schedules include both procedures and dates for registration. Requirements for the major provide the opportunity for a greater depth of study in one academic field. BEFORE REGISTRATION Electives allow the student to select additional Each semester, students must consult with their courses suited to educational needs. Elective courses faculty advisors for approval of class schedules for should be chosen with a definite purpose, such as the coming semester. This academic advising will providing additional support for the student’s future ordinarily take place after the publication of the profession or overcoming an educational deficiency. University Course Schedule , that is, several weeks before registration. Students who do not have an

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DEGREE B.A., B.S. or B.E.S. BSN B.A., B.S., BSN or B.E.S. GENERAL EDUCATION 52 CREDIT HOURS 52 CREDIT HOURS Communication College Writing I (3) 06-111 College Writing I (3) 06-111 College Writing I (3) 06-111 College Writing II (3) 06-112 College Writing II (3) 06-112 College Writing II (3) 06-112 Intro to Human Com.(3) 10-112 Intro Human Com (3) 10-112 Intro Human Com (3) 10-112

Fine Arts / Humanities Fine Arts* (3) Fine Arts* (3) Three of these five (9): Culture & Civ. I (3) 09-101 Three of these four (9): Fine Arts* (3) Culture & Civ. II (3) 09-102 Culture & Civ. I (3) 09-101 Culture & Civ. I (3) 09-101 Intro. Philosophy (3) 15-110 Culture & Civ. II (3) 09-102 Culture & Civ. II (3) 09-102 Literature* (3) Intro. Philosophy (3) 15-110 Intro. Philosophy (3) 15-110 Literature* (3) Literature* (3)

Social Science Social Science* (3) Social Science* (3) Any three in these Economics* (3) Economics* (3) two areas (9): Social Science* Economics*

Mathematics** / Science Mathematics* (3) Mathematics* (3) Mathematics* (3) Science* (3) Science* (3) Science* (3) Science* (3) Science* (3) Science* (3) Math or Science* (3)

Mission-Related Courses Cultural Diversity (3) 20-290 Cultural Diversity (3) 20-290 Three in these three areas with at least one Theology (9): Cultural Diversity (3) 20-290 Theology Theology Theology* 100-level course (3) 100-level course (3) 100-level course (3) 200-level course (3) 200-level course (3) 200-level course (3)

Action & Values* (3) Ethics* (3) Action & Values* (3)

Intro College Exp † (1) 76-100 Intro. College Exp. † (1) 76-100 (Two Mission-related courses must be taken † For students with 0-11 † For students with 0-11 at Lewis.) transfer credits transfer credits

Advanced Writing Required of Major Required of Major Required of Major

Applicability Students beginning Students beginning Students beginning fall 1998 or after. fall 1998 or after. fall 2000 or after.

Students certified in the General Education curriculum under the Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) * Course options for the Fine Arts, Literature, Social Science, have to complete only the required Economics, Mathematics, Science, Action and Values, and Mission-related courses to meet Theology are listed on the following page. the Lewis General Education requirements. ** Education majors are required to complete an additional 3 credit hour Mathematics course.

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FINE ARTS OPTIONS SOCIAL SCIENCE OPTIONS SCIENCE OPTIONS

ART POLITICAL SCIENCE BIOLOGY 01-241 Art Appreciation 18-200 American National 02-100 Introduction to Biology 01-391 Art History I Government 02-106 Introduction to 01-392 Art History II 18-210 State and Local Environmental Science 01-393 Topics in Art Government 02-107 Human Heredity MUSIC PSYCHOLOGY 02-108 Introduction to Human Biology 14-11 0 Music for the Listener 26-100 General Psychology 02-110 General Biology I 14-115 A History of American SOCIOLOGY 02-122 Integrated Science II Popular Music 20-100 Principles of Sociology 02-250 Environmental Science (Non-Majors) ECONOMICS for Educators 14-116 History of African 04-195 The American Economy CHEMISTRY American Music 04-200 Basic Macroeconomics 14-117 History of Jazz 03-105 Introduction to Organic 14-311 Music History I and Biochemistry 14-312 Music History II MATHEMATICS OPTIONS 03-106 Topics in Chemistry 14-313 History of American Music 03-107 Chemistry of Hazardous THEATRE MATHEMATICS Materials 03-108 Chemistry and the 22-135 Introduction to the 13-115 College Mathematics Environment Theatre Experience 13-119 Intermediate Algebra 03-109 Chemistry and Society 22-330 Modern Drama 13-120 Mathematical Analysis 03-110 General Chemistry I 22-431 History of Theatre I 13-200 Calculus I 13-210 Discrete Mathematics 03-122 Introduction to Forensic 13-211 Calculus for the Chemistry LITERATURE OPTIONS Life Sciences PHYSICS 13-240 Applied Calculus 17-100 Elementary Laboratory English courses numbered MANAGEMENT DECISION SCIENCES Physics 06-220 through 06-234 and 24-230 Finite Mathematics 17-106 Topics in Physical 06-331 through 06-360. 24-240 Business Calculus Science PSYCHOLOGY 17-110 Weather and Climate ACTION AND VALUES OPTIONS 26-303 Statistics for the 17-120 Integrated Science I Social Sciences 17-200 College Physics I PHILOSOPHY 17-210 General Physics I 15-330 Ethics AVIATION THEOLOGY (Action and Values) 46-201 Aviation Physics I REQUIREMENT OPTIONS 46-202 Aviation Physics II THEOLOGY 47-250 Meteorology I 19-310 Christian Action and Students must take an 47-252 Meteorology II Values introductory (100-level) course and an intermediate Note: BSN students have (200-level) course to satisfy the specific science requirements not University’s General Education included in the listing above: requirement. 19-100 or 19-106 is 02-101 and 02-103 A&P a prerequisite for any 200-level course.

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To meet University requirements, all students must LOWER- AND UPPER-DIVISION COURSES

1) complete the General Education Requirements All University courses are assigned numbers which (listed on pages 30-31). designate their general level of difficulty. Courses numbered 100 to 299 are lower-division courses and 2) achieve a cumulative grade point average (GPA) are generally taken by freshmen and sophomores. of at least 2.00 and at least a 2.00 GPA in the Courses numbered 300 to 499 are upper-division major (or the required GPA for the major if courses and are generally taken by juniors and different). seniors, usually after they have taken lower-division 3) complete the requirements of an approved major. courses in the department. Upper-division courses 4) earn 128 credit hours in courses acceptable for often have prerequisites. Courses numbered 500 and graduation. above are graduate level courses and are open to 5) complete the last year of coursework at Lewis undergraduate students only under special University (at least 32 hours), as well as at least conditions. four upper-division courses in the major and at least two upper-division courses in any minor. STUDENT COURSE LOAD 6) complete any special requirements of their Students may register for no more than 18 credit respective college and the major taken within the hours each semester, unless a greater number is college. approved by their advisor and the dean prior to registration. Students requesting to register for more REGISTRATION than 18 credits should have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Registration is the process by which students with an approved schedule reserve their place in classes for FULL-TIME / PART-TIME STATUS the coming semester. Registration takes place during Students attempting 12 or more hours during a official periods designated by the University semester are considered full-time students. Those Registrar. All information about registration for each attempting fewer than 12 hours during a semester semester is contained in the University Course are considered part-time students. Schedule published prior to each registration period. INDEPENDENT STUDY CHANGE OF REGISTRATION Independent study is defined as an individual course In 16-week courses, students may add classes of study designed by the student together with a through the first week of the semester. Students may faculty member, and directed by a faculty member. drop classes through the second week of the Independent study requires agreement of a plan of semester. No grade will be assigned for such dropped study and approval of the faculty member, courses, and any refunds will be applied according to department chair, and dean prior to registration. The the University Course Schedule Book. program of reading, exams, research, experimentation or field work, along with Students may make all registration changes in person discussions, is mutually agreed upon. Independent in the Office of the Registrar or online. The schedule study is offered by a department or program only to of tuition refunds for dropped courses is published its majors or minors. A student applying for in the section on “Financial Information” of this independent study should be a junior or senior with catalog as well as each semester in the University at least a 3.00 GPA. Students can obtain the Course Schedule. independent study form from the office of the dean of the college. All conditions and approvals of independent study must be completed prior to the registration period, and late registration is not

32 WWW.LEWISU.EDU (800 )897-9000 GENERAL INFORMATION ACADEMIC POLICIES permitted for independent study. The independent 4. A student’s total number of for-credit and audited study form must accompany the registration form in courses may not total more than 18 hours order for the registration to be processed. without approval from the appropriate academic dean’s office. AUDITING COURSES 5. Once auditor status is invoked for a course, the Students may audit courses for a fee. See the student may not change auditor status to for- University Course Schedule Book. The instructor’s credit status. permission on the audit form is required. The fee 6. Students may not register for a course for credit must be paid at the time of enrollment and is non- in the same semester they are auditing that refundable. Auditors are subject to the conditions of course. enrollment established by the instructor, but do not Audit forms obtained in the Office of the Registrar take course examinations. Student who are auditing should be signed by the student, instructor (and a course must establish regular attendance during the perhaps chair or director) and then submitted to the first two weeks of class or they will be submitted as a Business Office. “No Show.” No credit is earned for audited courses, but the course name and the designation “AU” are PASS / FAIL COURSES listed on the transcript. Students who do not follow Students may take no more than one course per the attendance policy in the syllabus may earn a “W” semester on a pass/fail basis. Courses taken pass/fail as a final grade. Students can obtain the audit form cannot be among those required by the major, the from the Office of the Registrar. Nursing courses may minor or the General Education curriculum. not be audited. Approval of the course instructor and permission of Students may audit most courses offered in the the dean of the college in which the student is a College of Arts and Sciences and the School for major is required in order for a P/F grade to be Professional and Continuing Education. Ordinarily, attempted. A few courses are offered exclusively on a students may not audit studio or laboratory pass/fail basis. performance-based courses. Students’ work in Application forms to take a course on a pass/fail audited classes will not be formally assessed and no basis are available in the office of the dean. grades will be issued. Auditors are expected to read Completed application forms must be returned to required texts and are permitted to ask and answer the Registrar before the third Friday of the semester. questions in class. Under the pass/fail option, a student is responsible Courses taken for audit do not apply toward any for attending and participating in all scheduled academic degree and do not count as part of a classes and class activities, as well as completing all student’s full or part-time course load for purposes of course requirements listed in the syllabus, including financial aid or loan deferments. quizzes and examinations. The instructor evaluates The following policies apply to auditing: the student who is exercising the pass/fail option in 1. Auditing is permitted only if classroom seating is the same manner as other students in the class. At available. the end of the course, instead of the standard letter 2. Potential auditors must receive written grade, a “P” will be posted for those students who permission from the instructor and in some achieve a performance level of poor through cases, permission of the department chair, or excellent (“D-” or better). The grade of “P” does not program director. affect the grade point average. However, if a student 3. Auditors receive only provisional permission to fails a class, the “F” will be included in calculating attend classes until course registration is the GPA. completed at the end of the add/drop period.

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CLASS ATTENDANCE EARNING DEGREE CREDIT OUTSIDE Students are expected to attend all classes as part of OF FORMAL COURSEWORK the normal learning process. In addition, students must be especially consistent in attendance, both PRIOR LEARNING ASSESSMENT (PLA) on-ground and online, during the first two weeks of Prior learning assessment is a term used by colleges to the semester to confirm registration and to be listed describe the process of earning college credit for on the official course roster. Students who fail to learning acquired through a student’s work, training, follow this procedure and who have not received volunteer experiences, and personal life (Colvin 2006). prior approval from the instructor for absences will Credit is not granted on the basis of a student’s be withdrawn from the courses in question by experience; instead it is granted for college-level certification of the instructor on the official class learning which can be demonstrated and documented. lists. At Lewis University, PLA includes the successful completion of national proficiency examinations, Instructors may publish specific, additional departmental challenge examinations, special licensure standards of attendance for their classes in the course and credentials in a profession, and the development syllabus. Students may receive failing grades if they and submission of a Prior Learning Portfolio. do not observe attendance requirements set for their classes. Credits awarded for prior learning are transcripted on a pass/no credit basis, and do not affect the The Illinois Student Assistance Commission also student’s grade point average. A Lewis student may requires attendance as a “demonstration of academic earn up to 30 credits through PLA, but those credits progress toward a degree” as one criterion for are not considered in satisfying the 32-hour retaining financial aid awards. residency requirement of the University. Credits WITHDRAWING FROM A COURSE earned through PLA cannot be used to satisfy the transfer credit hour requirement for admission into Once registration is complete, all registered students an accelerated degree program. will receive grades for courses in which they are enrolled. A student who is unable to complete a The University-wide approach for PLA provides a course may withdraw and receive a grade of “W.” system for working with adult students enrolled in Because students may not have an accurate idea of an undergraduate degree program offered by the their current grade, they should consult with both four Colleges, or in an accelerated undergraduate their instructor and their advisor before withdrawing degree program delivered through the School for from a course. To withdraw from a course, you must Professional and Continuing Education (SPCE). complete a Withdrawal Form from the Office of the Registrations for PLA are coordinated by SPCE, and Registrar. A student cannot withdraw from a course all adult students who would like to pursue credit simply by not attending. Non-attendance will result through PLA must attend a free orientation program in a grade of “F.” before registering. The orientation will include detailed information about each PLA method Withdrawal from courses with the grade of “W” is available, the time commitment involved for this allowed through the tenth week of the semester. The alternative approach to earning credits, and other date is published officially by the Registrar and is related processes. Key features of the PLA program listed in the University Course Schedule . Withdrawal at Lewis include: involves the loss of tuition and credit hours and may change the student’s status from full-time to part-time. • Students may pursue academic credit through PLA after they have earned 12 credit hours at Lewis; all credits pursued and earned through

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PLA must be completed prior to the student’s discretion of the Director of Foreign Languages, earn last semester at the University. additional credits for scoring considerably above the • A maximum of 30 credit hours may be earned at national average in Spanish, German, or French. Lewis through PLA. Consult the specific Grades and Quality Points are not given for C.L.E.P. College/School or degree program for credits. General and Subject Examinations are listed specifications on hours that may be applied to the in the table on the next page. major through PLA. COLLEGE OF BUSINESS • The appropriate faculty in each College/School The College of Business does not grant credit for the will determine the required college equivalent C.L.E.P. Examination for business-related courses. learning to be demonstrated by a student for Students who want to take other C.L.E.P. each method of PLA. College/program Examinations should follow the procedure of the administrators will determine the appropriate College of Arts and Sciences. subject matter expert, i.e., faculty member, who COLLEGE OF NURSING AND HEALTH will evaluate a student’s examination, credentials, PROFESSIONS and/or portfolio. 1) Students who want credit for successful • SPCE will coordinate student registrations for performance in specific general education PLA; students will be billed through the Business courses via C.L.E.P. Examinations should contact Office. the College of Arts and Sciences. Inquiries may • Once a student has registered to develop a PLA also be made through the Leckrone Academic portfolio, the timeline for completion of an Resource Center. individual portfolio (by subject area) will be one 2) RN/BSN students may receive elective credit calendar year. through successful completion of Excelsior Contact the School for Professional and Continuing Nursing Challenge Exams. RN students holding Education (SPCE) at (815) 836-5570 for additional current certifications in certain specialty areas information on PLA. may also receive elective credit.

CREDIT BY COLLEGE LEVEL EXAMINATION CREDIT BY EXAMINATION: DEPARTMENTAL PROGRAM (C.L.E.P.) Students may petition a department to take an COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES examination to receive credit for a course offered by The College Level Examination Program (C.L.E.P.) is the department. Some departments do not offer a national standardized testing program that can be credit by examination. See the department taken by students who believe that they have chairperson for information concerning credit by academic strength in area examinations. C.L.E.P. examination for that particular department. tests are administered at testing centers around the Applications for departmental examinations are country. Access www.collegeboard.com/testing for made through the School for Professional and information. Three hours of credit in each area will Continuing Education. be granted to students who score in the designated percentile or above in the General and Subject CREDIT FOR MILITARY TRAINING AND Examinations. General examinations are given in OTHER ACTIVITIES Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, and Humanities. Lewis University awards credit for military training General Examinations must be taken during or prior and other non-college sponsored learning activities to completing one full semester of college education. according to recommendations of the American Subjects Examinations may be taken any time during Council of Education. the student’s collegiate career. A student may, at the

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COLLEGE LEVEL EXAMINATION PROGRAM (C.L.E.P.)

Exams Accepted for Credit at Lewis University, effective 2006 (revised 2010). Exam %tile Essay L.U. Equivalent

General Exams (For credit, these General Examinations must be taken during the student’s first semester of college.) o Natural Science 55 None Science, 17-106 (3) o Humanities 55 None Hum., 14-T01 (3) o Social Science/History 55 None Social Science, 18-T01(3)

Subject Exams (These examinations may be taken any time during the student’s collegiate career, except during the student’s last semester.) o U.S. History I: Early Colonization to 1877 55 None 09-111 o U.S. History II: 1865 to the Present 55 None 09-112 o Western Civilization I: Ancient Near East to 1648 55 None 09-101 o Western Civilization II: 1648 – Present 55 None 09-102 o Introductory Psychology 53 None 26-100 o Human Growth & Development 53 None 18-T01 (3) o Biology 60 None 02-100 o Chemistry 60 None 03-106 o College Mathematics 55 None 13-115 o College Algebra 55 None 13-119 o Pre-Calculus 55 None 13-120 o Calculus 57 None 13-200 o Introductory Sociology 50 None 20-100 o French Language 50/65 None Elective (3/6) o German Language 50/65 None Elective (3/6) o Spanish Language 50/65 None Elective (3/6) o American Literature 55 None 06-220 o Analyzing and Interpreting Literature 55 None 06-221 o English Literature 55 None 06-220 o College Composition 63 Yes 06-111

General Education credit is awarded for passing scores in all tests except for Foreign Languages. After passing the test, the student must contact the department chairperson for the potential of additional work or assessments. In the case of Elective credits, the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences or the appropriate chairperson/director will identify the course which is equivalent to the earned C.L.E.P. credit. The School for Professional and Continuing Education oversees and processes all student applications for C.L.E.P. credit attempted after matriculation at Lewis.

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Credits awarded for experience or military training For further information on accommodations or are so noted on the student’s transcript. Grades and accessibility on campus, contact the Academic Skills quality points are not given for these credits. Coordinator in LARC.

COURSEWORK AWAY FROM LEWIS COURSE CREDIT Once students have matriculated at Lewis University Lewis University operates on the semester system. they may take courses at other colleges and Credits awarded are semester credit hours. Courses universities to transfer back to Lewis only with the numbered below 500 are undergraduate; those prior written approval of the dean of the college. numbered 500 or above are graduate level. Only grades of “C” or higher will transfer. In any case, the last 32 hours of credit applied toward GRADING graduation, including at least four upper-division courses in the major and two upper-division courses Lewis University determines a student’s academic in the minor, must be taken at Lewis University. A standing according to the grade point system. Grades maximum of 72 total semester hours of community and quality points awarded are listed below. college credits will be accepted for transfer. Ordinarily, once a student has matriculated, no GRADE POINT AVERAGE transfer courses will be accepted for the major The Grade Point Average (GPA) is determined by requirements. Exceptions require the approval of the dividing the total number of credit hours a student department chairperson, as well as the dean of the has attempted into the total number of quality college. There is a charge for posting these credits. points earned. The grades of “P,” “AU,” “I,” and “W” Forms and further information can be obtained from do not enter into the calculation of the GPA. The the office of the appropriate dean. grade of “F” earned in a pass/fail course is included EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS in the calculation of the GPA. Grades earned at other colleges or universities are not included in Lewis University complies with the rules governing calculating the GPA. the implementation of the Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) as passed by the GPA QUALITY CALCULATION GRADE MEANING POINTS 93rd Congress with the 1992 amendments and issued by the Department of Health, Education and Counted A Outstanding 4.0 per in GPA credit hour Human Services. The compliance is accomplished A- 3.7 per through procedures found in the Student Handbook . credit hour Additionally, Lewis University recognizes and B+ Good 3.3 per credit hour supports the standards set forth in Section 504 of the B 3.0 per Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with credit hour Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, and similar state laws B- 2.7 per which are designed to eliminate discrimination credit hour against qualified individuals with disabilities. C+ Satisfactory 2.3 per Disabilities may include physical or mental credit hour impairments which substantially limit one or more of C 2.0 per credit hour a person’s major life activities, and which necessitate modifications to the facilities, programs, or services C- Passing 1.7 per credit hour of the University. D+ 1.3 per credit hour

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D 1.0 per not affect the status of a student dismissed for credit hour academic deficiency, unless the error is brought to D- 0.7 per credit hour the attention of the Faculty Academic Appeals Committee at the time the dismissal hearing is held. F Failing 0.0 per credit hour A change of grade requires the approval of both the IF Incomplete 0.0 per instructor and the appropriate college dean. To to Failing credit hour appeal a grade, see the Grade Appeal Process on Not P Passing pages 44-46. Counted W Withdrew in GPA AU Audit REPEATED COURSES I Incomplete Any course taken at the University may be repeated DEAN’S LIST for a higher grade, except those restricted by a major Every semester, the colleges publish a Dean’s List of department or a college. Both courses and grades Honor Students. To be eligible, a student must have will appear on the permanent record, but only the completed at least 12 hours during the semester, with most recent grade (whether higher or lower than the a grade point average of at least 3.25 and with no “D” previous grade) and its corresponding hours or “F” grades. A grade of Incomplete (I) will cause a attempted, hours earned and quality points will be student’s name to be omitted from the Dean’s List. honored. The most recent course attempt is used for Credit hours taken on a pass/fail basis are not determining progress toward graduation; the prior included among the 12 hours needed to be eligible attempt is ignored. Credit will be given only once for for the Dean’s List of Honor Students. the course. The grades “W” or “I” on the second attempt do not replace the previous grade. If the INCOMPLETE GRADE grade received by a nursing major in a required nursing course was “W” or “D,” the course may be An Incomplete (I) grade is given when students are repeated only once. A grade of “F” in a required prevented from completing the course requirements nursing course results in dismissal from the nursing by the last day of classes by circumstances beyond major program. If the grade received by a nursing their control -- as explained to the satisfaction of the major in a required support course was “D,” “W,” or instructor. Incomplete work must be made up within “F,” the course may be repeated only once. the first six weeks of the following semester, or the grade IF will be assigned for the course. In GRADE REPORT exceptional circumstances, a student may request an extension of time in order to complete the work. The Lewis University discontinued mailing grade reports approval of the dean of the college, as well as the as of January 2006. Grade reports may be obtained instructor, is required. This extension must be online at www.lewisu.edu/academics/onlinerecords.htm . requested before the end of the six-week deadline. Students with special needs may contact the Office of the Registrar for assistance after grades have been CHANGE OF GRADE posted.

The only reason for which a change of grade may be TRANSCRIPT requested is an error in the original recording of the grade. Students are obliged to check their grade The transcript is the academic record of the student. reports and consult with their instructors if there is a It contains all courses taken at Lewis University and question of error. A change of grade must be made the corresponding grades, credits attempted, credits in the first six weeks of the semester following that in earned and quality points, as well as the grade point which the course was taken. A change of grade will average. Approved transfer credits are also on the

38 WWW.LEWISU.EDU (800) 897-9000 GENERAL INFORMATION GRADING/GRADUATION transcript with only the course title and credits exception policy, they must have made satisfactory earned listed. The transcript is updated after each progress in their degree program in every semester semester to include coursework for that semester. of their attendance at Lewis, and they must have The Office of the Registrar safeguards the transcript. submitted an application for graduation in a timely The University adheres to the Family Educational manner. Such a petition must be filed with the Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, as amended, with Provost no later than two weeks prior to the regard to information contained on the student scheduled commencement. transcript. Students may review their transcripts at For this policy, the term “extreme hardship” includes the Office of the Registrar. Copies are available, for a only those circumstances beyond the control of the fee, upon written request by the student. Current and student. These circumstances would involve major prior students will not receive a transcript until all illnesses or the impending death of the student, or financial obligations to the University, including but loved one, significant financial or political not limited to tuition, fees and fines, have been crisis/burden making future semester participation completely satisfied. nearly impossible, or a circumstance of similar CLASS STANDING magnitude. The desire to participate with one’s peers is an inadequate circumstance. Being three (3) Class standing is determined according to the credits from graduation is only a requisite to number of credit hours earned: appealing to participate; it is not a request by itself 0-28 Freshmen which is deemed acceptable. 29-58 Sophomores 59-89 Juniors APPLICATION FOR GRADUATION 90 and above Seniors All candidates for graduation at any of the three graduation periods must submit an application to GRADUATION the Office of the Registrar. Grad. Month Deadline to Apply The University holds commencement exercises in December First Class Day December and May. Students completing graduation of Fall Semester requirements in August receive certification from the May First Class Day Office of the Registrar that they have completed all of Spring Semester requirements and receive their diplomas by mail. August First Class Day August graduates are eligible to participate in the of Summer Term December commencement exercises. Applications received after the deadline will be Diplomas will be mailed to students who successfully considered for the next graduation. All students are complete their degree studies following compilation required to pay a graduation fee. of grades. Specific details are available through the Office of the Registrar. It is important to understand GRADUATION HONORS that the student’s record becomes permanent upon Bachelor degree recipients are eligible to graduate graduation. Nothing is added, deleted, or changed on with honors if they have achieved cumulative grade the student’s transcript after the graduation date. point averages as follows: 3.500 - 3.749 with honors; Students who need no more than three (3) credits to 3.750 - 3.899 with high honors; 3.900 - 4.000 with earn their degree may participate in commencement highest honors. Honors at graduation are indicated exercises if they present a documented case of on both the student’s diploma and transcript. At extreme hardship for participation which is approved commencement, students are draped with an honor by the Provost. For students to be eligible for the cord. Honors designations do not apply to graduate,

2010-2011 UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 39 GRADUATION/STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES/APPEALS LEWIS UNIVERSITY associate or certificate students. To qualify, a any required nursing course at any level must repeat recipient must have earned a minimum of 56 hours that course prior to moving to another level of at Lewis, not including credits earned by exam or nursing coursework. Students must receive a grade of prior learning assessment. “C” in required science courses to progress to the next semester in the program. Students who earn a ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AWARD grade of “F” in any required nursing course at any The award for academic excellence is presented to level will be dismissed from the College of Nursing the graduating senior in each college who has and Health Professions. Students who earn two “D” attained the highest academic average for credits grades in required nursing courses (two “D” grades earned at Lewis University. For each college, one in one course, or one “D” grade in each of two award is presented for the May graduates and one for courses) will be dismissed from the College of the combined August and December graduates. Nursing and Health Professions. Dismissal from the College of Nursing and Health Professions does not The factors considered in determining the award necessarily result in dismissal from the University. recipient include cumulative Lewis grade point average and total number of credits earned at Lewis PROBATION (a minimum of 64 classroom hours is required). Students who fail to maintain the required GPA are placed on academic probation, which is noted on the STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES / APPEALS permanent academic record. Students on academic probation are not allowed to take more than 12 to 14 The information contained herein is accurate credit hours. They are also mandated to take a two- according to the best information available at the time credit hour study skills class. For SPCE students, of printing. However, all statements regarding students who are on academic probation are not offerings, requirements, tuition charges and fees, allowed to take more than nine credit hours of academic regulations, and student life are subject to accelerated courses per semester and must develop change without notice or obligation. an academic improvement plan in consultation with Students who are absent from Lewis for more than their academic advisor in SPCE. This improvement two consecutive years will follow the catalog plan may include required participation in academic requirements in effect upon return. skill enhancement workshops. Academic probation is a period of one regular ACADEMIC PROBATION AND DISMISSAL semester (fall, spring, and/or summer terms) during To remain at the University, students must which a student must satisfactorily complete all demonstrate progress in learning. A student who courses registered for and raise his or her GPA to the falls below the following minimum grade point required minimum, as a condition for remaining in average is placed on probation: the University. An Incomplete (I) grade is evidence of failure to meet the conditions of probation. Due to 0-33 hours earned 1.75 Cumulative GPA the timing of the five- and eight-week accelerated 34-50 hours earned 1.90 Cumulative GPA sessions, academic probation may be addressed at 51+ hours earned 2.00 Cumulative GPA times other than January, May, and August. REGISTRATION AND PROGRESSION Academic probation may bring with it restrictions In order to register for and enroll in Foundations of on a student’s participation in campus activities, as Professional Nursing (30-201) at Lewis University, indicated in the Student Handbook. prelicensure nursing students, including transfer students, must have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above. Students who earn a grade of “W” or “D” in

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DISMISSAL Committee will review the courses taken and Students who do not achieve the required grade point determine whether such a student has average during their semester of academic probation demonstrated the ability to do satisfactory work are subject to dismissal from the University. The if readmitted to Lewis. If a student is allowed to professional staff in the Leckrone Academic Resource return to the University, the student’s GPA will Center will review the academic standing of each not be altered, and coursework transferred into student subject to dismissal. Written notification of the university will have no effect on the Lewis academic dismissal will be sent by the Associate GPA. In addition, the student must meet with Provost for Academic Support via certified mail. professional staff in the Leckrone Academic Resource Center or SPCE advising staff to POLICY AND PROCEDURE FOR APPEALING develop an Academic Recovery Plan. ACADEMIC DISMISSAL FROM THE UNIVERSITY 2) An academically dismissed student who does not attend any school for three calendar years may 1) If a student wishes to appeal a decision to dismiss, then apply through the Admission Office/Office a written letter of appeal must be sent to the of Graduate and Adult Admission. Re- Dismissal and Appeals Committee by the application must also be made through the dismissed student according to the instructions Academic Skills Coordinator. If allowed to outlined in the letter of dismissal. Written appeals return to the University, a student may request must include specific reasons and details the Forgiveness Policy. The Forgiveness Policy justifying re-admission consideration. Appeals allows students academically dismissed who will be accepted only if they are in writing. have been absent from Lewis for three calendar 2) The Dismissal and Appeals Committee, which years and have not attended any other college or includes faculty representatives from each of the university during that time to apply for re- Colleges/School and professional staff from the admission. Such students are re-admitted, and all Leckrone Academic Resource Center (LARC) previous grades of “D” or “F,” the courses in and SPCE advising staff, will review the material which they were earned, and the credit earned in and render a recommendation to the Provost. “D” courses, will not be used in determining 3) The Provost will review the material and progress toward graduation. recommendation, render a final decision and communicate the decision to the student in DISCIPLINARY DISMISSAL writing via certified mail. Participation in the academic setting requires students to be responsible community members. RE-ADMISSION AFTER ACADEMIC DISMISSAL Students must conduct themselves in accordance Students dismissed from the University for academic with the standards of personal behavior which are reasons may apply for re-admission in one of the defined in the Student Handbook as a necessary following ways. More specific information is condition for continuing at Lewis University. available through the Academic Skills Coordinator. Violations of those standards of conduct may result 1) An academically dismissed student may apply in a restriction or loss of the academic benefits of the for re-admission if he or she has been absent University according to the severity of the from Lewis University for two semesters (which misconduct. may include one summer); has completed the Students dismissed from the University for equivalent of two semesters of full-time misconduct lose all fees and payments, as well as the academic work at another college or university right to attend classes or make use of University (with a minimum of 12 credit hours each term); facilities. Such students are re-admitted to the and has earned a grade point average of at least University only upon approval of the Office of 2.00 each semester. The Dismissal and Appeals

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Student Services. Students dismissed from *Students in programs with a lockstep sequence theUniversity prior to the end of a semester receive and/or who must maintain a specified GPA may no academic credit for that semester. need to accelerate the grade appeal process. Please consult your college guidelines for specifics. GRADE APPEAL PROCESS UNIVERSITY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES 1) If a student wishes to appeal a final grade for a FOR APPEALING OTHER ACADEMIC course, the student must, prior to the third week MATTERS of the subsequent fall or spring semester, contact All appeals regarding academic matters other than the instructor of the course to express concern.* grade appeal and academic dismissal are handled The instructor of the course will review with the according to the following guidelines: student how the grade was determined. 1) If a student wishes to appeal an academic 2) If the student is not satisfied with the decision, a written letter of appeal must be sent explanation, he or she may submit a letter of to the appropriate academic dean. appeal with a rationale for a change of grade to the program director/department chair of the 2) The dean will review the situation and render a program where the course is offered or to the decision. The dean will communicate the dean’s office if the instructor is the department decision in writing to the student. chair. The program director/department chair 3) If the student is not satisfied with the decision of or dean’s designee will communicate with the the academic dean, the student may petition the instructor to review the student’s letter of appeal Provost. Documentation submitted with the and to ascertain how the grade was determined. written petition must include the original letter The program director/department chair or dean’s of appeal and the decision of the academic dean. designee will then meet with the student to 4) The Provost will establish an ad hoc committee inform the student of the program composed of: director/department chair or dean’s designee’s • one faculty member appointed by the determination on the appeal. appropriate academic dean; 3) If the student is still not satisfied with the result • one representative from the Office of of the grade appeal and wants to appeal to the Student Services; dean, the student must submit a letter of appeal • one faculty member chosen by the student. to the dean of the college. The letter of appeal 5) The ad hoc committee will hear the appeal and must contain a summary of the meetings with make a recommendation to the Provost, who the instructor, the program director/department makes the final decision. The Provost will chair or dean’s designee, and it must include any communicate the decision in writing to the evidence supporting the claim for a grade student. change. 4) The dean will review the material and render the final decision. The dean will communicate the decision in writing to the student and to the instructor of the course. The dean’s determination is final. 5) Appeals must move with reasonable speed through the review process. The full process from when the student first contacts the instructor should take no longer than four weeks.

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ACADEMIC HONESTY 4) Students guilty of repeated instances of academic Scholastic integrity lies at the heart of Lewis dishonesty are subject to expulsion from the University. Plagiarism, collusion and other forms of University. cheating or scholastic dishonesty are incompatible COLLEGE OF NURSING AND HEALTH with the principles of the University. Students PROFESSIONS engaging in such activities are subject to loss of 1) The student suspected of plagiarism, cheating on credit and expulsion from the University. Cases an examination, or dishonesty in performance of involving academic dishonesty are initially assigned responsibilities/assignments will be considered and determined at the required to meet with the appropriate faculty department/program level. Appeal of the member. department/program decision must be made to the 2) In all meetings related to the alleged incident of dean of the college/school. This dean will review the academic dishonesty, anecdotal records will be decision and make a recommendation to the kept. Provost , whose decision is the final one. 3) In the meeting with the faculty member, the COLLEGE OF BUSINESS faculty will define the allegation of academic dishonesty and provide the basis for the 1) Students engaging in plagiarism, collusion or allegation and supporting evidence. The student other forms of cheating or academic dishonesty will be afforded the opportunity to present are subject to a failing grade on the quiz, exam, his/her own perspective and evidence. paper or project or a failing grade for the course. 4) The faculty shall have the option to: The penalty for an initial instance of plagiarism, collusion or other forms of cheating or academic a. Resolve the issue with the student at his dishonesty is determined by the instructor. A level; or notation of the incident is placed on file. b. Proceed with referring the incident for 2) Upon being informed of the instructor’s action, review by a Faculty Review Panel (BSN- the student may appeal by submitting a letter FRP). with a detailed rationale for a lesser penalty to 1) Within two school days of the meeting the department chair (or the dean if the with the student, forward recordings of instructor is also the department chair). The the meeting with the students to the department chair (or the dean) will meet with dean of CONHP. the instructor to review the penalty imposed and 2) The dean will establish BSN-FRP, which the evidence supporting the charge of academic will meet within the next ten days. dishonesty and then respond in writing to the 3) The BSN-FRP will be constituted and student’s appeal. proceed under the Policy for Faculty 3) Upon being informed of the department chair’s Review Panel. determination of the appeal, the student may 4) The student has the right to file for a submit a letter of appeal to the dean, reconsideration through the Student summarizing the action to date on the appeal Appeal procedures. and the student’s rationale for a lesser penalty. The dean will meet with the instructor to review the penalty imposed and the evidence supporting the charge of academic dishonesty and submit a recommendation in writing to the Provost, whose determination is final.

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COMPUTER ETHICS The Lewis University Library has a comfortable In the interest of academic honesty, Lewis University seating capacity for more than 400 students. There is committed to the following code of computer are three group study rooms available as well as a ethics: faculty study room, two library conference rooms, the very popular Media Classroom, handsomely 1) Work done on University computer systems is decorated and appointed with seminar seating for 30 considered the property of the individual user, people, and the Library Computer Lab which seats subject to normal inspection and file 26 people. Additionally, the library is a wireless site maintenance by University supervisory for laptop personal computers. personnel. The library provides 27 computers attached to laser 2) Users shall respect the privacy of information printers for word-processing, catalog and database belonging to other users. They may not alter, add searching, internet access, and e-mail. These PCs are to or delete another user’s property without the equipped with Microsoft Office 2007 and programs express consent of that owner. Any willful act of for spreadsheet and database work. Additionally, copying information with the intent of deceiving these PCs have internet access for database and ownership, whether the information is a internet searching. These PC’s access 45 student’s or that of another user, is an act of computerized database-searching facilities. A list of plagiarism. Such action will be considered a databases, updated each fall and spring, with form of academic dishonesty. coverage information, the percentage of full text, and 3) The computer systems at the University shall not how databases can be accessed is in the Library be used to identify the access codes of other Newsletter, available at the circulation desk. users or other computer systems. Users may not disclose their own access codes to any other Students have access to a computerized catalog and users. additional computerized periodical indexes (including full text availability) through the Lewis COPYRIGHT LAWS University Library’s membership in CARLI. CARLI Students must abide by all copyright laws including stands for the Consortium of Academic and Research the transmission of any information, software or Libraries. I-SHARE is a computer-based catalog of other material that is protected by copyright (music library materials that can be used to find descriptive and videos) or other proprietary rights (including information about items located in approximately 71 trade secret materials), or derivative works thereof, libraries throughout Illinois. Additionally, I-SHARE without obtaining permission of the copyright owner also provides current information about the or holder. availability status whether an item is checked out or available for borrowing) for items located in the more ACADEMIC RESOURCES than 71 libraries that are members of the CARLI organization. Access to I-SHARE is provided through the Lewis Library Web page. THE LIBRARY For the Lewis Library, as well as the other 71 libraries The Lewis University Library is an important in CARLI, I-SHARE is used as an online catalog for intellectual center on campus. In addition to books the library’s book collection and as a means of and periodicals, the library houses a curriculum tracking the circulation functions. Students use their collection, a government depository, materials in IDs with a bar-coded strip as their library card. Also, microfilm, micro reader/printers, copy machines and the process of direct borrowing from other libraries a full array of indices and abstracting services. is greatly enhanced by the ID system. A further

44 WWW.LEWISU.EDU (800 )897-9000 GENERAL INFORMATION ACADEMIC RESOURCES explanation of a student’s direct borrowing options is HEART PACEMAKER WEARERS available from any Lewis librarian. Heart pacemaker wearers should be aware that an The Lewis University Library is a member of several electronic theft detection system is in use at the main important interlibrary groups. LIBRAS (which entrance of the library and at the elevator. The stands for Library Association) is a very active, system is not believed to pose any problem to important consortium of academic libraries in the pacemaker wearers. Chicago and suburban areas. Lewis is also a member of the South Metropolitan Regional Higher CELLULAR PHONES Education Consortium and the Chicago and South The use of cellular phones is strongly discouraged in Consortium of Medical and Academic Libraries. the library due to the disruptive nature of the ringing These various consortia enhance the Lewis and talking. University Library’s ability to fill the needs of the students of Lewis University, both full- and part- ACADEMIC COMPUTING FACILITIES time, on the Romeoville campus, as well as the off- Lewis University is committed to providing learners campus sites. with access to modern educational technology. The Bibliographic instruction may be arranged through Lewis University Instructional Technology Services the reference department. Workshops emphasizing Organization (ITSO) provides technology support specialized research functions and abilities are also services for the campus community. Supported available for credit. technologies include computer labs, networks, Internet access, e-mail, classroom media and The library is a place for quiet research and study, distributed learning resources. and socializing is not permitted. Students who fail to observe these policies may lose library privileges. Lewis University is connected to the ICN (Illinois Also, theft and/or mutilation of library materials is: Century Network), which provides reliable Internet access to schools and other educational entities • a violation of University policies and regulations. throughout the state. The campus network includes a Violators are subject to disciplinary action up to high-speed optic fiber backbone to all buildings. and including expulsion from the University. Internet connectivity is provided in the residence • a violation of Illinois Compiled Statutes, Chapter halls via an Ethernet connection at no additional 720, Section 5, Article 16B. Violators are subject charge to residents. to fines and/or imprisonment in accordance with All students are entitled to a campus e-mail address the Illinois criminal procedures. that can be accessed via a POP3 connection or a Web-enabled interface. Library hours during the regular session are: Staffed computer labs, available in all major Mon - Thurs. 7:45 a.m. - Midnight classroom buildings, provide access to a host of campus resources including software applications, Friday 7:45 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. web support for classes, library materials and Internet Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. searching. In addition to general purpose computer labs, specialized computer labs are available for digital Sunday Noon - Midnight music, journalism, writing, graphic arts, computer Library hours are extended before and during exam science and tutoring. Computer labs are also located periods and any exceptions to the hours listed above at the Chicago, Hickory Hills, Oak Brook, are posted at the library entrances. Shorewood, and Tinley Park locations.

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ITSO maintains licenses for those software THE FLYER AND ONLINE FLYER applications that have been adopted for general The Flyer and Online Flyer are the official student campus use. Installation of the software is limited to publications of Lewis University. All Lewis campus-owned computers. The Computer Science University students are encouraged to join the staff Department maintains computer systems and of The Flyer and Online Flyer . The Flyer and Online appropriate licenses to support all major Flyer provide a practical learning environment for programming languages and database management students interested in careers in journalism, systems. computer graphic design, electronic publishing, advertising, public relations, photography and media CAMPUS MEDIA production. Since 2000, The Flyer and Online Flyer The purpose of campus media at Lewis University is have won more than 50 statewide, regional and to provide students with a practical learning national journalism awards, including the Pacemaker environment for students to develop the skills, award for the Online Flyer . knowledge, editorial judgment and leadership abilities to pursue a media career after graduation. The mission of The Flyer and Online Flyer is to publish student media consistent with the mission of MEDIA ADVISORY BOARD a Catholic, private institution of higher education At Lewis University, the campus oversight committee and the highest norms of American journalism. In for all media activities is the Media Advisory Board fulfilling this mission, The Flyer and Online Flyer comprised of students, media advisors and university report news and information relevant to Lewis administrators. students, provide a forum for the discussion of issues, and serve as a central location to find out The board consists of the dean of the College of Arts about student and University activities, events and and Sciences; the editor-in-chief and moderator of programs. The Flyer ; the editor and moderator of the Online Flyer ; the general managers of WLRA and the Lewis The Flyer and Online Flyer are operated by Lewis University Television Network; the advisors and University students under the direction of a faculty program directors of these media; the director of advisor. The Flyer is published 12 times a year. The Public Relations; the dean of Student Services; the Online Flyer is published at least once a week during associate dean of the College of Arts and Sciences; the semester and can be accessed at director of University Ministry; the chairperson of www.lewisflyer.com . The Flyer and Online Flyer are the Department of Communications; a Student published in the Multimedia Lab using current Governing Board representative(s); and a industry standard desktop and electronic publishing representative from the Office of Marketing and hardware and software. The Flyer is located in Pope Communications. John Paul Hall-12. For more information call (815) 836-5234 or e-mail [email protected] The responsibilities of the Media Advisory Board include the establishment and review of policy for all WLRA RADIO STATION campus media, the review and recommendation of WLRA is the non-commercial educational radio resources and the review of budgets and station owned by and licensed to Lewis University. expenditures. The Media Advisory Board also Broadcasting in stereo at 88.1 on the FM dial and publishes the Campus Media Handbook which simulcast on the Internet at www.lewisu.edu/wlra . consists of best practices, operational guidelines and WLRA is a class “A” radio station with potential policies for all campus media. listeners numbering around one million. Music, news, talk, sports, and educational material comprise WLRA’s 24-hour broadcast day. The goals of WLRA

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Radio are to provide quality news and entertainment The Lewis University television production facilities programming in a manner consistent with the are equipped with the latest state-of-the-art Mission of Lewis University as a Catholic, private broadcasting technology. The facilities include a institution of higher education and with the accepted television control room, 25 x 30 television studio, norms and best practices of American broadcasting. news set, non-linear video editing, producing offices, student management offices, and videotape library. WLRA is the flagship station of the Flyer Sports The Lewis University Television Network also has a Radio Network. WLRA has transmitted Lewis live electronic newsgathering vehicle complete with University sporting events and talk shows from microwave transmitter, 45-foot mast, video editing, across the country. In addition to sporting events, and two-way radio. The Lewis University Television WLRA has broadcast cultural music and events from Network studios and offices are located in the Andrew Lewis University as well as student produced Center of Electronic Media in De La Salle Hall. productions from various campus locations and locations in the community. The Lewis University Television network also provides a 24-hour electronic message board of WLRA Radio was the first college radio station in upcoming university events on Channel 25 with the country to become entirely digital. WLRA is background music of WLRA Radio. University equipped with the latest state-of-the-art broadcasting organizations and departments can post messages by technology. The studios include an on-air control sending them to the Office of Student Services. room, conference studio, news production, digital audio production, producing offices, student The Lewis University Television Network is operated management offices, and music library. WLRA by Lewis University students under the direction of Radio Station’s studios and offices are located in the the Department of Communications in the College Andrew Center of Electronic Media in De La Salle of Arts and Sciences. A student senior producer and Hall. WLRA is open to all students who wish to field producers manage the Lewis University participate in broadcasting. Students interested in Television Network’s operations. Students interested participating in WLRA’s activities can contact in participating in the network’s activities should WLRA’s general manager or program director at consult the director of Electronic Media at (815) (815) 836-5214 or e-mail the radio station at 836-5400. Visit the Lewis Television Network Web wlra@lewisu.edu . Visit the WLRA Radio Station Web site at www.lewisu.edu/academics/broadcast site at www.lewisu.edu/wlra . CABLE TELEVISION WLRA is managed and staffed by Lewis University Lewis University provides more than 80 channels of students under the director of Electronic Media. For cable television to all rooms in the residence halls more information, contact the Office of Electronic and various classrooms. Media at (815) 836-5400.

LEWIS UNIVERSITY TELEVISION NETWORK ACADEMIC SUPPORT WORKSHOPS FOR ADULT STUDENTS The Lewis University Television Network is the Academic support workshops are offered at no cost Lewis University campus cable television local to currently enrolled adult students (i.e., 24 years of origination channel. Channel 6 provides career age or older) in graduate and undergraduate degree training and professional experience for programs. New and continuing adult students have communications majors and other interested the opportunity to receive specialized instruction in students. In addition, these channels promote math, writing, and reading that is relevant to the University activities, programs, and events through courses associated with their program of study. their news shows, daily bulletin board, and weekly Workshops are also offered on study skills, ways to schedule of programs. navigate technology such as Blackboard, and

2010-2011 UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 47 ACADEMIC RESOURCES LEWIS UNIVERSITY resources available through the Library. These TUTORIAL SERVICES workshops are offered in a non-credit format and are Tutorial Services encourage Lewis students to available at times appropriate for adult student establish relationships for the benefit of learning. schedules. Additional resource information may be Students may utilize Tutorial Services as clients available on Blackboard. Contact the School for seeking support in areas of academic struggle, or as Professional and Continuing Education (SPCE) or tutors hoping to guide their fellow classmates. the Leckrone Academic Resource Center (LARC) for Tutoring is available to all academic majors at Lewis. further information. The Math Lab has been created to aid those students who find math to be a subject of particular difficulty. LECKRONE ACADEMIC RESOURCE CENTER (LARC) The Leckrone Academic Resource Center is a MUSIC PROGRAMS multipurpose student service center designed to Various activities are sponsored by the Department assist students with overall academic and career of Music. Student groups provide entertainment both development. Academic, career, and tutorial services at regularly scheduled performances and at special are provided. University functions throughout the year. ACADEMIC SERVICES (designed to reinforce University Choir: An ensemble made up of students, and enhance classroom instruction): faculty and choral singers from the community who Academic Advising and Registration perform a variety of sacred and secular music, Academic Skills Seminars including a major oratorio every year. Assessment and Testing Bridge Program Lewis University Gospel Choir: An ensemble open Computer Lab Instruction to all students who enjoy singing in the African SUCCESS Program Services American gospel tradition. Tutoring Services Jazz Band: An organization that plays a variety of Writing Center jazz literature. CAREER SERVICES Metropolitan Youth Symphony Orchestra: An Academic Advising ensemble of students and players from the Alumni Career Development Services community that presents a concert each semester. Annual Job/Internship Fairs Auditions are required. Lewis students can earn Career Development Services credit hours. Career Resource Library Pep Band: An ensemble that performs at home Career Research Assistance athletic contests. DISCOVER Career Exploration Software Guidance with Choosing a Major THEATRE Interest Inventories Internship Assistance The Department of Theatre presents plays and JOBNET - Online Job/Internship Program musicals in the Philip Lynch Theatre, a 250-seat Job Search Assistance thrust theatre. A season of at least five major Job Search Techniques Course productions, directed by department faculty or guest Mock Interviewing directors, is presented each year. Student-directed Part-time and Volunteer Job Listings shows and professional touring companies are also Resumé Writing Assistance part of the University’s Arts & Ideas program of community educational and cultural events.

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Auditions for all Philip Lynch Theatre productions ATHLETIC PROGRAM are open to all Lewis faculty, staff and students, full- Lewis University offers varsity intercollegiate and part-time, regardless of their major. competition for both men and women. The men’s Participation in productions or coursework, and intercollegiate program includes baseball, basketball, training in acting, directing, stagecraft and design cross-country, golf, soccer, swimming, tennis, track prepares students for careers in theatre, teaching or and field, and volleyball. The women’s intercollegiate continued study at the graduate level. program includes basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track and field, UNIVERSITY TESTING CENTER and volleyball. The School for Professional and Continuing Education (SPCE) operates a Testing Center to serve Guided by the Mission values of Lewis University the University community and college-bound and its Lasallian heritage, the athletics program students in the Chicagoland area. Testing services provides students with opportunities to enhance will include professional fields which require their education, develop skills and understanding national licensure and certification testing, whether through participation in athletics, and represent their paper-based or computerized. Scheduling depends University in intercollegiate competition. The goals upon program/group needs rather than requests of intercollegiate athletics are to enhance the physical from individuals for special test times. The Center is and intellectual abilities of those participating in the not used for proctoring examinations for University program and to provide the opportunity for classes. spectators from the Lewis community and the community-at-large to attend athletic events. Contact SPCE at (815) 836-5570 for further information. SPCE is a member of the National Athletic programs support the University’s College Testing Association (NCTA) which provides educational program. The Lewis Athletics program standards and guidelines for post-secondary test subscribes to the idea that properly administered centers. intercollegiate sports are beneficial activities that contribute to the physical, intellectual and social experiences of the entire Lewis community. STUDENT LIFE/STUDENT SERVICES Lewis University is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and STUDENT HANDBOOK competes at the Division II level. Lewis is also a The Student Handbook contains the policies, member of the Great Lakes Valley Conference. regulations, services and activities pertinent to student life at Lewis University. The Student Athletic facilities include the John F. Kennedy Sports Handbook information supplements the material in Center (Neil Carey Arena), a softball field, a soccer this catalog. Students are responsible for knowing field, the Brennan Baseball Field, indoor and outdoor and abiding by the contents of the Student tennis courts, an indoor and outdoor track, and a Handbook . The handbook can be found online at fitness and weight area. www.lewisu.edu/studenthandbook AUTOMOBILES Students are permitted to have cars on campus. They must operate them according to the regulations in the Student Handbook .

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RESIDENCE LIFE HEALTH SERVICES At Lewis University, residence halls are more than a Staffed by University medical personnel place to sleep and eat. They are extensions of the including nurses on a full-time basis, and classroom; they are places where students learn how physicians on a part-time basis, Health Services to appreciate diversity by living and working with is equipped to handle acute, non-emergency people different from themselves. Students learn illnesses and minor injuries. The staff is available decision-making skills, they develop independence, to provide the following services: they gain self confidence, and they learn to accept • Treatment of minor illnesses and injuries responsibility. The Residence Life staff consists of full • Basic prescription and over-the-counter time professional graduate and undergraduate medications for many non-chronic students, all of whom reside on campus. Residence conditions Life staff is licensed to provide support to students • Medical equipment loans (such as heating living on campus. Student involvement and pads or crutches) community decision-making are key ingredients in • Tuberculosis skin testing the Residence Life program. Each residence hall has • Immunization updates and other illness a Residence Hall Association representative who prevention programs lives in that facility. These students organize activities • Referral to community health agencies and throughout the year and provide input to the specialists. Residence Life staff on a variety of topics, including maintenance, technology, and programming. For IMMUNIZATION POLICY more information, e-mail [email protected] or call The Illinois College Student Immunization Act (815) 836-5275. requires all students born after Jan. 1, 1957, enrolled in six (6) or more credit hours on the CAMPUS SECURITY main campus to provide written evidence of The Office of Campus Security is composed of current immune status with respect to certain professional full time staff, full time supervisors and communicable diseases. Documentation must be part-time student officers. Campus Security shift submitted to Health Services by the 4th week of supervisors are on duty 24/7 and are trained to the first term enrolled to avoid a non-refundable respond to situations that arise on campus and $50 late fee, and a Medical Hold for future class provide various services. registration. Services offered by Campus Security include the International students must have proof of health issuance of student identification cards, parking insurance in an amount not less than ten permits, vehicle jumpstarts, vehicle and room thousand dollars U.S. ($10,000). The insurance lockouts, and outreach education efforts. Campus carrier must have a U.S.-based office. Security also offers a walking escort service on the International students who cannot provide proof Lewis main campus for all community members on of health insurance from a U.S.-based company a 24/7 basis. They can be reached at (815) 836-5222. are required to purchase health insurance through the University.

THE CENTER FOR HEALTH AND COUNSELING SERVICES COUNSELING SERVICES The Center for Health and Counseling Services is a Dedicated to assisting students with issues or multi-purpose department that strives to maintain concerns that may impact their academic success and enhance the physical and emotional health and or quality of life, Counseling Services is staffed wellbeing of students. by mental health professionals. Issues and mental health concerns addressed by staff

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members may include relationships, depression, The ISA seeks to foster an awareness of other anxiety, transition to the University, cultures at the Lewis University campus, promote victimization, drug/alcohol abuse, loss, grief, friendships between international students, as well as stress, and poor self-concept. Our professionals with American students, and provide support and offer the following services: appreciation for the international student • Short-term individual and group counseling community at Lewis University. It accomplishes • Outreach programming these goals by providing special programs and opportunities for social interaction and constructive • Consultation cultural exchange. All programs and activities are • Referrals to community resources non-political in nature. • Crisis intervention. The Office of International Student Services is CLUB SPORTS located in the Br. Raymond McManaman, FSC, Center for Student Organizations and Cultural Club sports at Lewis University are designed to Resources along with the Office of Multicultural provide opportunities for students, faculty and staff Student Services, Student Development and of the University community to participate in a Leadership, the Culture Center and the Morton variety of sports and recreational activities. Sport Boston Meeting Room. clubs are organized and conducted by students under the direction of the director of Student Recreation, INTRAMURAL PROGRAM Fitness and Wellness. With an emphasis on participation and Sport clubs consist of students with a common sportsmanship, the Intramural Program provides interest in a sport activity that exists to promote and recreational activities for all men and women at develop interest in that particular activity. Clubs may Lewis University. A full range of activities is offered be instructional, recreational, competitive, or some on both a team and an individual basis. The program combination thereof. Characterized by being includes flag football, floor hockey, co-recreational student-initiated and student-managed, the basic volleyball, basketball, softball, bowling, badminton, structure of clubs allow members numerous dodge ball, table tennis, and rugby. Intramural opportunities for leadership and decision-making. competition is open to full-time students, faculty, administrators, and staff. INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICES The Office of International Student Services (ISS) STUDENT RECREATION, FITNESS, provides services and advocacy for international AND WELLNESS CENTER students. The ISS office offers assistance with USCIS The fieldhouse of the Student Recreation and Fitness (formerly the INS) procedures, particularly for visa Center is equipped with four interchangeable courts status maintenance and employment options. for basketball, volleyball, tennis, and badminton, as Additionally, it provides pre-semester orientation for well as an indoor track. The Student Recreation and new students, adjustment workshops for continuing Fitness Center also includes a swimming pool, a students, and re-entry workshops for graduating large fitness center, and an aerobics studio. A free students. The office also coordinates access for weight area, an outdoor track, outdoor fields, and international students to both University and various pieces of athletic equipment are also available external resources, for insurance, banking, social for student use. security, and daily life needs. In addition, the Office of International Student Services moderates the activities of the International Student Association (ISA).

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JUDICIAL PROCESS STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS The dean of Student Services oversees the Student Lewis University recognizes only those organizations Judicial Process. Violations of University Behavioral whose constitutions and activities are consistent with Standards and Policies are adjudicated at various the Mission and the Catholic and Lasallian tradition levels depending on the severity of the alleged of the University and have been approved and violation. The entire Judicial Process, as well as recognized by the Student Governing Board. University Behavioral Standards and Policies are Cultural Groups: outlined in detail in the Lewis University Student Handbook. Black Student Union (BSU) Commuter Council (CC) NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION, ADVISING Latin American Student Organization LASO) AND REGISTRATION (S.O.A.R.) International Student Association (ISA) The University conducts comprehensive orientation, South Asian Student Association (SASA) advising, and registration sessions for new students Muslim Student Association (MSA) and their parents. The S.O.A.R. program acquaints new students with the campus, the academic Organization Councils: experience, and various student support services. Residence Hall Association (RHA) The Introduction to the College Experience (ICE) InterFratority Council (IFC) class continues this program throughout the first Alpha Eta Rho semester. Additionally, Welcome Days activities Gamma Phi Omega occur during the first days of the fall semester to Gamma Sigma Tau welcome new and returning students to campus. Phi Kappa Theta Phi Iota Alpha STUDENT GOVERNING BOARD Sigma Delta The Student Governing Board is the official Sigma Lambda Beta representative organization for the undergraduate Theta Kappa Pi student body. It serves as the major source of student Tau Tau Tau input to the University administration. Board members communicate with the Office of Student Services in carrying out their responsibilities. InterOrganization Council (IOC): American Assn. of Airline Executives (AAAE) STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIP American Marketing Association (AMA) The Office of Student Development and Leadership Art Club (SDL) provides co-curricular activities designed to Delta Sigma Pi (Business Fraternity) develop the leader within students. SDL oversees Expressions Dance Group campus-wide activities and programming involving Fellowship of Justice everything from entertainment to educational Gay Straight Alliance opportunities, engaging students in social and Political Science Club educational events at all levels. Pre-Law Club SDL oversees the Student Organization Resource Prometheon (Computer Science) Center located in the Student Union, in coordinating Psychology Club student organization events on campus throughout Student Nurses Association the year. The staff publishes a calendar that is Teacher’s of Tomorrow available on the University Web site.

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Honorary Organizations and Academic Clubs: National Pan Hellenic Council (NPHC): American Association of Airline Executives Alpha Kappa Alpha (AAAE) – Aviation Kappa Alpha Psi American Chemistry Society (ACS) – Delta Sigma Theta Chemistry Omega Psi Phi American Marketing Association (AMA) – Sigma Gamma Rho Marketing Zeta Phi Beta Beta Beta Beta (Tri Beta) – Biology Honors Society Special Interest Organizations: Club Prometheon – Computer Science Gospel Choir Delta Epsilon Sigma Intramurals (13 sports) Delta Sigma Pi – Business Fraternity Mock Trial Fellowship of Justice (FOJ) – Judicial Law Peer Ministry and Political Science The Flyer - Student Newspaper Lewis Athletic Training Students (LATS) The Pulse - Student Programming Math Club Theater National Society of Collegiate Scholars WLRA - Student Radio Phi Alpha Theta – History Honors Society Service and Social Justice Council: Phi Sigma Tau – Philosophy Honors Society Best Buddies Philosophy Club People to End Animal Cruelty and Pi Mu Epsilon – Mathematics Honors Society Endangerment (PEACE) Pi Sigma Alpha – Political Science Honors Students for Life Society STAND Political Science Club Up ‘Til Dawn Pre-Law Club Zeta Phi Zeta Psi Chi – Psychology Honors Society Psychology Club MULTICULTURAL STUDENT SERVICES Sigma Pi Sigma – Physics Honors Society The Office of Multicultural Student Services reflects Sigma Tau Delta – English Honors Society the University commitment to the understanding, Sigma Theta Tau – Nursing Honors Society appreciation, and celebration of diversity. The staff Student Athletic Advisory Council (SAAC) works with the University community to provide Student Nursing Association programs and services that promote the educational, Student Physics Society cultural and social growth of all its students in Teachers of Tomorrow (TOT) – Education developing cultural competencies. The office seeks to facilitate an environment where all students interested Theta Alpha Kappa – Theology Honors Society in diverse issues are welcome to participate. The organizations located within the Office of Upsilon Pi Epsilon – Computer Science Honors Society Multicultural Student Services include the Black Student Union, Gay Straight Alliance, the Latin Women in Aviation American Student Organization, the University Gospel Choir, Muslim Student Association, the National Pan Hellenic Council, and the South Asian Student Association.

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In addition, the Office of Multicultural Student IVCF (INTERVARSITY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP) Services supports the Office of International Student An interdenominational Christian group that hosts Services and the activities of the International daily prayer, weekly Scripture study groups, and a Student Association. Further information on any of contemporary worship on Thursday nights. Social these student groups can be obtained in the Office of events and conferences are planned throughout the Student Services. year.

LOCAL, NATIONAL, AND INTERNATIONAL OUTREACH UNIVERSITY MINISTRY Opportunities abound for students to mentor in Big University Ministry, in harmony with Lewis’ Catholic Brothers/Big Sisters, serve or package meals for the tradition and Lasallian identity and values, embraces homeless, and raise funds during Hunger Week for and nurtures enlightened religious experience within the poor or causes like Misericordia Heart of Mercy. the Lewis Community. University Ministry’s Students also have the opportunity to immerse primary focus is to be a sign and instrument of the themselves in volunteer projects in Appalachia, Gospel – proclaiming and celebrating the Gospel Bolivia, Chicago, and Mexico and learn more about and inviting the University Community into this the global community in which we live. mission. We seek to light hearts on fire for God’s Kingdom – for lives, marked by zeal, PEER MINISTRY This program trains students in Christian leadership. • of faith – loving the generous God made known These student leaders invite their fellow residents to us through Jesus and the Holy Spirit and in into a deeper life of faith, of service, and of the giftedness and dignity of all human beings; community through social and reflective programs, • of service – becoming more generous and loving connection time, and referrals to campus resources. in our time, talents, and treasures; RETREATS • of community – being with each other in our joys Each year retreats are offered which focus on the and sorrows. first-year experience, social justice, the life of a busy The Ministry Team maintains an active presence on student, and special interests. campus in residence halls, corridors, and dining STAND halls. Team members also create and develop a variety A student organization that promotes human of programs; make themselves available for pastoral rights, STAND promotes human rights through conversations with students, parents, faculty, and staff; weekly meetings, letter writing, movie nights, the and empower others to share in this ministry. annual STAND for Rights Week, and protesting LITURGY WHINSEC/The School of the Americas. A Mass is celebrated on weekdays and Holy Days of RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) Obligation at noon and on Sundays at 8:00 p.m. This program explores the Catholic Faith and during the school year. prepares candidates for the Sacraments of Initiation.

KOINONIA POST-GRADUATION OPPORTUNITIES Greek for ‘community’ this program is a student-led, The Lasallian Volunteer Program is a way to respond faith-based, community building retreat offered each to Christ’s call to the serve the poor through semester. It has been a Lewis tradition for nearly 20 Christian education or human services in the U.S. A years. growing number of Lewis alumni serve as Lasallian Volunteers. Visit www.lasallianvolunteers.org

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FACILITIES

SANCTA ALBERTA CHAPEL The Sancta Alberta Chapel is located at the center of the Romeoville campus and is used for Sunday evening Mass and many University programs. The De La Salle Chapel is used for private reflection and prayer.

THE MIGUEL CENTER FOR UNIVERSITY MINISTRY The Miguel Center for University Ministry is located in the east wing of the Chapel building. The Center houses offices for University Ministry personnel as well as a living room and conference room.

THE JAMES A. LAGRIPPE PASTORAL CENTER The Pastoral Center features the D’Arcy Great Room, the Lewis Family Room, a kitchen, and offices. The Victoria LaGrippe Meditation Garden is a quiet, reflective area between Sancta Alberta and the Pastoral Center.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON UNIVERSITY MINISTRY ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS • Call (815) 836-5550 (x5550) • Visit us online at www.lewisu.edu/studentservices/ministry

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