Catalog 2008–2009
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Southwestern University Catalog 2008–2009 Texas’ First University Chartered by the Republic of Texas February 4, 1840 1001 East University Avenue Georgetown, Texas 78626 Telephone: 512-863-6511 Facsimile: 512-863-5788 www.southwestern.edu [email protected] ACCREDITED BY: Southwestern University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia, 30033–4097; Telephone number 404-679-4501) to award the Bachelor’s Degree. And by: The National Association of Schools of Music The University Senate of the United Methodist Church The Texas Education Agency MEMBER OF: The Associated Colleges of the South The Association of Texas Colleges and Universities The Association of American Colleges The American Council on Education The Annapolis Group The Independent Colleges and Universities of Texas The National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities The National Association of Schools and Colleges of the United Methodist Church The Southern University Conference The Texas Association of Church-Related Colleges The Texas Independent College Fund The Texas United Methodist College Association APPROVED BY: The American Association of University Women POLICY STATEMENTS: See page 6. NOTE: The contents of this catalog do not create, nor should they be construed as creating, an express or implied contract between or among the University, its students, applicants or any faculty member. Southwestern University reserves the right to make changes in its announced policies and programs at its discretion. This catalog is subject to change, amendment and modification by the University without notice and such changes, amendments and modifications will be deemed binding upon students upon adoption. By enrolling at Southwestern University, students agree to abide by the current policies, procedures, rules, regulations, directives and guidelines, as adopted, approved or amended from time to time by the Board of Trustees or the President. Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the contents of the catalog, discrepancies may occur. Any comments or questions regarding the catalog should be directed to the University Registrar. CONTENTS 3 Academic Calendar 5 Southwestern University: A Statement of Who We Are 6 Aims, Core Purpose and Core Values of the University 6 Policy Statements 7 The Academic Program 7 Academic Structure of the University 9 Southwestern University Curriculum 9 Objectives 10 Structure of the Curriculum 10 Area One 11 Area Two 12 Area Three 13 Majors and Minors Available at Southwestern 14 Paired Majors 15 The Independent Major (Area of Concentration) 16 University Degrees 16 Bachelor of Arts 17 Bachelor of Science 18 Bachelor of Music 18 Bachelor of Fine Arts 19 Degree Requirements 21 Academic Policies and Procedures 21 Registration 21 Change of Class Schedule 21 Academic Advising 22 Declaring a Major 22 Degree Plans 22 Multiple Majors and Paired Majors 22 Second Baccalaureate Degree 23 The Organization of Courses 23 Special Course Options 25 Class Attendance/Absence 25 Official Transcripts 25 Grading System 27 Permanent Record 28 Official Communication 28 Student Status 30 Academic Honors 30 Probationary Status and Eligibility 32 Credit by Transfer 33 Credit by Examination—Placement 33 Credit by Examination—Advanced Standing 36 Course Descriptions 36 American Studies 37 Animal Behavior 37 Art and Art History 48 Biology 53 Chemistry and Biochemistry 57 Classics 62 Communication Studies 66 Economics and Business 72 Education 84 English 88 Environmental Studies 89 Feminist Studies 92 History 99 International Studies 101 Kinesiology 106 Latin American Studies 107 Mathematics and Computer Science 112 Modern Languages and Literatures (Chinese, French and German Programs) 118 Modern Languages and Literatures (Spanish Program) 122 Music 131 Physical Science (Pre-Engineering Program) 132 Physics 134 Political Science 139 Psychology 144 Religion and Philosophy 151 Sociology and Anthropology 156 Theatre 166 Interdisciplinary Programs 166 Interdisciplinary Courses 167 Intradivisional Courses 168 Special Academic Programs 168 Southwestern University Departmental Honors Program 169 Paideia® Program 170 Study Abroad Programs 171 New York Arts Program 171 Washington Semester Program 172 Summer School 173 Admission and Financial Information 173 Admission Procedures 175 Financial Assistance 178 Expenses 183 Student Life 183 Philosophy of Student Affairs 183 Student Government and Organizations 183 Athletic and Recreational Opportunities 184 General Regulations 185 Religious Life 185 Counseling Services 186 Health Services 186 Diversity Education 186 Career Services 187 University Police Department 188 Cultural Activities and Special Campus Programs 189 History and Governance 193 Endowed Chairs, Professorships, Prizes and Awards 197 The University Directory 221 Appendix I 225 Index ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2008–2009 FALL 2008 August 15 Friday New students arrive on campus (evening) 25 Monday Classes begin September 1 Monday Labor Day (SU Holiday-no classes) 2 Tuesday Last day to register late 8 Monday Last day to add courses 29 Monday Last day to drop courses without record entry or change to or from Pass/D/F, audit, or non-credit October 1 Wednesday Application for Diploma due: Fall candidates 10 Friday Fall break begins at 10 p.m. 15 Wednesday Fall break ends and classes resume at 8 a.m. November 3 Monday Last day to drop courses 25 Tuesday Thanksgiving Holiday begins at 10 p.m. December 1 Monday Classes resume at 8 a.m. 5 Friday Last day of classes 8 Monday Final examinations begin 12 Friday Final examinations end January 26 Monday Last day for removing “Incomplete” grades SPRING 2009 January 9 Friday New student registration 12 Monday Classes Begin 19 Monday Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (SU Holiday, no classes) 20 Tuesday Last day to register late 26 Monday Last day to add courses February 6 Friday Application for Diploma due: Spring and Summer candidates 16 Monday Last day to drop courses without record entry or change to or from Pass/D/F, audit, or non-credit March 13 Friday Spring Break begins at 10 p.m. 23 Monday Classes resume at 8 a.m. 30 Monday Last day to drop courses April 9 Thursday Easter Holiday begins 10 p.m. 12 Sunday Easter 13 Monday Classes resume at 8 a.m. May 1 Friday Last day of classes 4 Monday Final examinations begin 4 Monday Seniors’ grades due in Registrar’s Office by 5:00 p.m. 8 Friday Final examinations end 9 Saturday Commencement September 8 Tuesday Last day for removing “Incomplete” grades SUMMER 2009 Summer I Term May 13–June 4 (May 25 Holiday) Summer II Term June 8-June 29 Non-Residential Term May 13–August 21 (Please check the calendars of individual programs, including the Southwestern Summer Study Abroad Program.) ACADEMIC CALENDAR (TENTATIVE) 2009–2010 FALL 2009 August 14 Friday New students arrive on campus (evening) 24 Monday Classes begin 31 Monday Last day to register late September 7 Monday Labor Day (SU Holiday-no classes) 8 Tuesday Last day to add courses 28 Monday Last day to drop courses without record entry or change to or from Pass/D/F, audit, or non-credit 30 Wednesday Application for Diploma due: Fall candidates October 9 Friday Fall break begins at 10 p.m. 14 Wednesday Fall break ends and classes resume at 8 a.m. November 2 Monday Last day to drop courses 24 Tuesday Thanksgiving Holiday begins at 10 p.m. 30 Monday Classes resume at 8 a.m. December 4 Friday Last day of classes 7 Monday Final examinations begin 11 Friday Final examinations end January 25 Monday Last day for removing “Incomplete” grades SPRING 2010 January 8 Friday New student registration 11 Monday Classes Begin 18 Monday Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (SU Holiday, no classes) 19 Tuesday Last day to register late 25 Monday Last day to add courses February 5 Friday Application for Diploma due: Spring and Summer candidates 15 Monday Last day to drop courses without record entry or change to or from Pass/D/F, audit, or non-credit March 12 Friday Spring Break begins at 10 p.m. 22 Monday Classes resume at 8 a.m. 29 Monday Last day to drop courses April 1 Thursday Easter Holiday begins 10 p.m. 4 Sunday Easter 5 Monday Classes resume at 8 a.m. 30 Friday Last day of classes May 3 Monday Final examinations begin 3 Monday Seniors’ grades due in Registrar’s Office by 5:00 p.m. 7 Friday Final examinations end 8 Saturday Commencement September 7 Tuesday Last day for removing “Incomplete” grades SUMMER 2010 Summer I Term May 12–June 3 (May 31 Holiday) Summer II Term June 7-June 28 Non-Residential Term May 12–August 20 (Please check the calendars of individual programs, including the Southwestern Summer Study Abroad Program.) SOUTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY: A STATEMENT OF WHO WE ARE Southwestern possesses a historic and continuing mission that has guided our development from frontier origins in the Republic of Texas to the complex international society we confront today. A defining heritage has emerged from our response to these challenges. Southwestern originated in pioneering Texas and finds its identity in entering unfamiliar environments with confidence and vigor. We were not founded to defend an established order, but to generate creative responses to altered opportunities and resources. We have surmounted severe hardship, as in the adversities that led to our arrival in Georgetown, and subsequently in the Great Depression. Southwestern has also known times of abundance, and at the beginning of the 20th century it possessed financial strength and academic distinction. In the 21st century, we face an unprecedented opportunity, that of attaining national leadership as a liberal arts and sciences college. Southwestern stands in a United Methodist tradition of higher education. Non-sectarian and diverse in its collective life, Southwestern’s character is shaped by John Wesley’s appeal: “Let learning and vital piety be joined.” Dogmatic rigidity is alien to our institutional spirit; we hold that ethical commitments and spiritual identities must welcome and support the swift advance of knowledge.