Graduate Catalog 2019-2020 WASHBURN UNIVERSITY GRADUATE CATALOG 2019-2020
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Graduate Catalog 2019-2020 WASHBURN UNIVERSITY GRADUATE CATALOG 2019-2020 Washburn University is accredited or approved by the Higher Learning Commission, 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, IL 60604. To file a complaint with the commission, please follow its stated procedures. Washburn University Statement of Accreditation Status Higher Learning Commission, North Central Association Washburn University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or marital or parental status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Dr. Pamela Foster, Equal Opportunity Director/Title IX Coordinator, Washburn University, 1700 SW College Ave, Topeka, Kansas 66621; 785.670.1509; [email protected]. 1700 SW College Avenue Topeka, Kansas 66621 Phone: (785) 670-1010 Toll Free (outside Topeka): (800) 332-0291 TDD: (785) 670-1025 www.washburn.edu 2 Student Recreation and Wellness Center .............39 TABLE OF CONTENTS University Diversity and Inclusion ........................39 Purpose of this Publication ....................................4 International Student Services ................................40 Statement of Responsibility ..................................4 Information Technology Services ............................41 Class Cancellations/Changes in Schedules .............4 Graduate Programs ..................................................41 Requirements common to all graduate degrees ..41 General Information ..................................................5 Vision, Mission, Values ...........................................5 Core learning outcomes for all graduate degrees 41 Non-Discrimination Regulation and Procedure ......6 Graduate Admission Procedures ..........................41 Sexual Harassment .................................................9 College of Arts and Sciences ....................................42 History of the University ......................................17 Master of Arts Communication-Leadership .........42 University Assessment .........................................17 Master of Education .............................................45 University Accreditation .......................................18 Master of Liberal Studies .....................................57 Open Meetings and Records ................................18 Master of Arts Psychology ....................................61 Campus and Facilities ...........................................18 School of Applied Studies ........................................65 Special Facilities ...................................................19 Master of Criminal Justice ....................................65 Student Records Policy .........................................21 Master of Health Sciences ...................................69 Student Access to Records ...................................22 Post Graduate Certificate in Health Care Edu ..72 Master of Arts Human Services ............................72 Admissions ............................................................... 25 Advance Registration ...........................................25 Master of Social Work ..........................................79 Open Registration ................................................25 Dual Degree J.D./MSW ....................................82 Residency ............................................................. 25 School of Business ...................................................90 Master of Accountancy ........................................90 Tuition and Fees ......................................................27 Financial Obligations ............................................27 Dual Degree J.D./MAcc ....................................94 Academic Status ...................................................27 Master of Business Administration ......................95 Tuition .................................................................. 28 Dual Degree J.D./MBA ...................................100 Categories of Charges ..........................................28 School of Law .........................................................103 Fees ...................................................................... 28 Juris Doctor ........................................................103 Miscellaneous Charges .........................................28 Legal Analysis, Research, and Writing Program .105 Fines/Other University Financial Obligations .......28 Centers for Excellence ........................................105 Liability for Institutional Charges .........................29 Business and Transactional Law Refunds ................................................................ 29 Children and Family Law Financial Aid .........................................................30 Excellence in Advocacy Law and Government Academic Policies ....................................................31 Attendance ........................................................... 31 Oil and Gas Law Student Conduct ..................................................31 International and Comparative Law Academic Impropriety Policy ...............................31 LL.M. in Global Legal Studies ..............................106 Official E-Mail Address .........................................31 Master of Studies in Law ....................................107 Withdrawals .........................................................31 School of Nursing ...................................................108 Complete Withdrawal ..........................................32 Doctor of Nursing Practice .................................109 Medical Withdrawal .............................................32 Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Prac Certificate 113 Military Withdrawal .............................................32 Master of Science in Nursing .............................115 Transcripts ............................................................ 32 Officers of the University .......................................124 Grading System ....................................................34 Board of Regents ................................................124 Continuous Enrollment ........................................34 Administrative Officers .......................................124 Grade Appeal Procedure ......................................35 Washburn Alumni Association ...........................124 General Faculty ..................................................125 Degrees .................................................................... 36 Degree Conferment ..............................................36 Faculty Emeriti ...................................................134 Application for Graduation ...................................37 Index ...................................................................... 138 Diplomas .............................................................. 37 Office of Student Life ...............................................37 Career Services .....................................................38 Student Health and Counseling Services..............38 WU Student Government Association (WSGA) ....38 Honorary Organizations .......................................39 3 PURPOSE OF THIS PUBLICATION This catalog is intended as a description of the educational program and activities offered by Washburn University. Washburn University makes no representations that following a particular course curriculum outlined in the catalog will result in specific achievement, employment or qualification for employment, admission to degree programs, or licensing for particular professions or occupations. This catalog is explanatory in nature and is not a contract between the student and Washburn University. Washburn University reserves the right to withdraw courses at any time, change the fees, change the rules and calendar regulating admission and graduation requirements, and change any other regulations affecting the student body. Changes shall become effective whenever the proper authorities so determine and shall apply not only to prospective students but also to those who at the time are matriculated in the university. Information in this catalog is correct according to information available to the Washburn University administration at the time of publication . It is understood that the ultimate responsibility for complying with degree requirements rests with the student. STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITY The University does not assume responsibility for injury or property loss, or damage sustained by persons on or off the University’s premises. Incidents of injury or property damage which could result in claims should be reported to the police immediately. CLASS CANCELLATIONS/CHANGES IN SCHEDULES In the event of unforeseen circumstances, Washburn University reserves the right to cancel courses or change meeting times, classroom assignments, or instructors. 4 GRADUATE PROGRAMS GENERAL INFORMATION Reaffirmed by the Washburn Board of Regents in 2018 Website: www.washburn.edu/gradprograms VISION OF THE UNIVERSITY Washburn University offers eleven different master’s Washburn University is dedicated to being a premier degree programs, two doctoral programs, and four Midwest regional institution recognized as a leader in graduate dual degree programs (the J.D./MBA, the J.D./ providing a superior student-centered,