2018-2019 Catalog An Independent, Coeducational Institution of Higher Learning
Menlo College is VISION accredited by the Western Association Menlo College’s vision is to redefine undergraduate business education to be dynamically of Schools and Colleges adaptive, innovative, and relevant so that students can recognize opportunities and apply Senior College and 21st century skills to make a positive impact on the world. University Commission* and The Association to Advance Collegiate MISSION Schools of Business** At Menlo College, we ignite potential and educate students to make meaningful *WASC Senior College and contributions in the innovation economy. University Commission Our students thrive in an environment that values: small class sizes, experiential learning, 985 Atlantic Ave., Ste. 100 Alameda, CA 94501 engaged and student-centered faculty, holistic advising, exceptional student success 510.748.9001 www.wscuc.org resources, robust athletics programs and student leadership activities, and opportunities to engage in the Silicon Valley environment. Our graduates are able to learn throughout **AACSB International 777 South Harbour Island their lives and to think analytically, creatively, and responsibly in order to drive positive Boulevard, Suite 750 Tampa, FL 33602 change in organizations and communities. Our faculty members mentor students by 813.769.6500 identifying potential, cultivating students’ individual talents, and helping them build a www.aacsb.edu roadmap to support their success. We support our faculty in producing research that informs teaching, theory development, and professional practice.
COLLECTIVELY, THE FOLLOWING REPRESENTS THE CORE VALUES THAT INFORM OUR MISSION STATEMENT Menlo College At Menlo College, we: 1000 El Camino Real Atherton, CA Value diverse ideas and celebrate our differences 94027-4301 Treat all people with fairness and equity 800.55.MENLO Develop the full potential in each person 650.543.3753 www.menlo.edu Support a range of teaching and learning styles Continually improve the educational process 2018-2019 Consider one’s responsibilities to others Catalog Act with integrity
2 TABLE OF CONTENTS
ACADEMIC CALENDARS 4-5 GRADUATION & COMMENCEMENT 21 ACADEMIC POLICIES Commencement Eligibility AND PROCEDURES 36 College-wide Bachelor’s Degree PROVOST’S MESSAGE 6 Honors at Graduation Diploma Distribution & Degree Verification Requirements
Graduation & Commencement Inquiries Residency Requirements and the Transfer Back Policy PHONE AND FAX NUMBERS 7 OFFICE OF STUDENT AFFAIRS 23 Placement Tests Double Majors Mission Statement College Major ABOUT MENLO COLLEGE 8 Student Affairs Transfer Credit Policies and Procedures History Student Affairs Program Learning Outcomes Transfer Credit Guidelines Location Student Organizations Non-Traditional Credit that May be Granted Students Menlo Roots Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) Faculty and Staff Leadership Opportunities Enrollment Status & Academic Loads Governance Counseling & Health Services Concurrent Enrollment Academic Freedom International Student Services Grades The Residential Program Mid-Semester Grades Residential Life ADMISSION TO Deficiency Report 10 Internet and Cable Service MENLO COLLEGE Repeated Courses and Grade Replacements Resident Requirements The Application Calendar Change of Degree, Major, and/or Resident Refund Policy New Student Admission Criteria Concentrations Medical Insurance New Student Application Procedures Academic Integrity Policy Student Conduct for U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents Academic Recognition Student Code of Conduct and International Students Honor Societies Other Campus Services Additional Procedures for New International Academic Progress Community Service F-1 Visa Students Attendance and Participation
Guest Students Academic Petitions
Readmission Application Procedures ATHLETICS 29 Grade Petitions Advanced Placement Mission Statement Leave Of Absence Menlo College Nondiscrimination Policy Intercollegiate Athletics Administrative & Involuntary Withdrawal
Athletic Accident & Injury Insurance Voluntary Withdrawal
TUITION, HOUSING AND Drug Testing Records & Registration
RELATED FEES 14 Athletic Participation Class Level
Tuition Second Season Continuing Eligibility Academic Transcripts Fees Two-Year Transfer Eligibility On-Campus Housing Four-Year Transfer Eligibility CURRICULUM 47 Payment of College Bills General Eligibility for Continuing and Baccalaureate Programs Tuition Refund Policy, Fall and Spring Transfer Students General Education Requirements Tuition Refund Policy, Summer Missed Class Policy Skills Requirement Housing Refund Policy Foundation Requirement Other Fees Refund Policy TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES 31 Thematic Requirement
Specialized Computing Labs Bachelor of Science in Business 16 FINANCIAL AID iPad Learning Lab Core Requirements
Cost of Attendance (COA) 2018-2019 Wireless Network Accounting Major
Expected Family Contribution (EFC) Technology Enabled Classrooms Finance Major
Qualifying for Financial Aid Online Resources Management Major
How to Apply for Financial Aid Student Computing Marketing Major Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress Bachelor of Arts in Business Student Responsibilities Regarding ACADEMIC SERVICES 32 Financial Aid Core Requirements
Need-Based Grants Academic Advising Services Management Major Disability Services Student Loans Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Office of Internships & Career Services Scholarships and Awards Core Requirements (OICS) Athletic Awards Psychology Major Federal Work-Study Course Withdrawal LEARNING RESOURCE CENTERS 34 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 55 Financial Aid Portal Bowman Library Gullard Family Academic Success Center FACULTY & STAFF 83 DEGREES 20 Traditional Program Exchange & Study Abroad Programs BOARD OF TRUSTEES 88
INDEX 89
3 Menlo College Academic Calendar 2018-2019
FALL SEMESTER 2018
August 15 Wednesday Residence halls open for international residents
August 16 Thursday New Student Orientation/residence halls open for new residents
August 17 Friday Last day for 100% tuition refund for complete withdrawal
August 19 Sunday Residence halls open for returning residents
August 20 Monday First day of instruction
August 24 Friday Last day to ADD a class
August 31 Friday Last day for 75% tuition refund for complete withdrawal
September 3 Monday Labor Day (MENLO COLLEGE HOLIDAY)
September 7 Friday Faculty: 2nd Week Attendance/Progress Reporting due
September 14 Friday Last day to DROP a class without a “W”
September 17 Monday Last day for 50% tuition refund for complete withdrawal (no refunds issued after this date)
October 12 Friday Faculty: mid-semester grades due
October 26 Friday Last Day to WITHDRAW from a Class with a “W”
November 5 Monday Spring registration materials available
November 6 Tuesday Spring registration begins for seniors
November 7 Wednesday Spring registration begins for juniors
November 8 Thursday Spring registration begins for sophomores
November 9 Friday Spring registration begins for all continuing students
November 12 Monday Graduation Petition deadline for spring/summer 2019
November 21-23 Wednesday-Friday Thanksgiving (MENLO COLLEGE HOLIDAY)
November 26 Monday Classes resume
November 30 Friday Last day of instruction Last day to register for spring 2019 classes without a late fee
December 1 Saturday Final examinations for English
December 2 Sunday Final examinations for Math
December 3 Monday Final examinations begin for all other courses Late fee applied for spring 2019 class registration
December 7 Friday Final examinations end
December 10 Monday Final grade reports due
December 14 Friday Tuition due for spring 2019
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SPRING SEMESTER 2019
January 4 Friday New Student Orientation/residence halls open for new residents
January 4 Friday Last day for 100% tuition refund for complete withdrawal (less non-refundable fees)
January 6 Sunday Residence halls open for returning students
January 7 Monday First day of instruction
January 11 Friday Last day to ADD a class
January 14 Monday Last day for 75% tuition refund for complete withdrawal
January 18 Friday Faculty: 2nd Week Attendance/Progress Reporting due
January 21 Monday Martin Luther King Day (MENLO COLLEGE HOLIDAY)
February 1 Friday Last day to DROP a class without a “W”
February 4 Monday Last day for 50% tuition refund for complete withdrawal (no refunds issued after this date)
March 1 Friday Faculty: mid-semester grades due
March 4–8 Monday-Friday Spring recess – no classes
March 22 Friday Last Day to WITHDRAW from a Class with a “W”
April 1 Monday Fall registration materials available
April 2 Tuesday Fall registration begins for seniors
April 3 Wednesday Fall registration begins for juniors
April 4 Thursday Fall registration begins for sophomores
April 5 Friday Fall registration begins for all continuing students Last day to file Graduation Petition for fall 2019
April 26 Friday Last day of instruction Last day to register for fall 2019 classes without a late fee
April 27 Saturday Final examinations for English
April 28 Sunday Final examinations for Math
April 29 Monday Final exams begin for all other classes
Late fee applied for fall 2019 registration
May 3 Friday Final examinations end
May 4 Saturday Commencement
May 6 Monday Final grade report due
July 12 Friday Fall 2019 tuition due
5 PRESIDENT’S WELCOME
Welcome to Menlo College!
We are proud to present the Menlo College Academic Catalog for 2018-19. The resources described in the Catalog are designed to promote the personal and intellectual growth of our students; our course offerings reflect that.
At Menlo College, you’ll find integrity, honesty, and concern for others are dominant forces. Our faculty and staff are dedicated to the success of our students. Our commit- ment to excellence and our concern for individual growth makes a Menlo education stand apart from all others. Your time as a Menlo College student will be filled with dynamic courses, unique learning experiences, and countless opportunities for intellec- tual and personal growth.
Here, you’ll benefit from cultural and service activities, visiting lecturers from Silicon Valley and beyond, student self-governance, an athletic program focused on participa- tion and the scholar-athlete, and a residential community—all of which combine to broaden and enrich each person’s development.
Your college education is one of the most important investments in your life. You chose well by selecting Menlo for your education.
Thank you for entrusting your future to Menlo College.
Sincerely, Steven A. Weiner President
6 PHONE & FAX NUMBERS (All numbers are within the 650 area code unless otherwise noted)
DEPARTMENT PHONE FAX
Academic Advising 543-3917 543-4003
Academic Affairs 543-3800 543-4003
Academic Success Center 543-3845 543-4003
Admissions Office 800-556-3656, 543-3753 543-4496
Alumni Engagement & Development 543-3823 543-4102
Athletics & Physical Education 543-3852 543-4497
Campus Store 543-3711 543-3751
Community Service Learning 543-3943 543-3750
Conferences and Event Services 543-3887 543-4117
Counseling Services 543-3798 543-3750
Disability Services 543-3845 543-4120
Facilities 543-3714 543-4117
Finance Office 543-3719 543-4117
Financial Aid/Scholarships 543-3880 543-4103
Housing Information 543-3779 543-3750
Human Resources 543-3996 543-4117
Information Technology 543-3830 543-3833
Internship Program & Career Services 543-4097 543-4003
International Student Services 543-3831 543-4496
Library 543-3825
President’s Office 543-3744 543-4140
Registrar’s Office (Transcripts) 543-3737 543-4103
Student Accounts 543-3781 543-4117
Student Affairs 543-3779 543-3750
7 About Menlo College
Menlo College is developing graduates who will be critical In 1949, the School of Business Administration was thinkers, strategic communicators, and team players who established as a four-year program. In 1971, the College can flourish, thrive and lead in the workplace. became a co-educational baccalaureate institution offer- The College accomplishes this by incorporating the ing educational programs developed in response to social unique entrepreneurial, multicultural, and active lifestyle and technological change. Today, Menlo College is clearly of the dynamic Silicon Valley and the beautiful San focused on business education and its mission to educate Francisco Bay Area. At Menlo College, students are and develop future business and community leaders. participants in preparing for their futures, not spectators. Menlo forges links between the classrooms, residence LOCATION halls, athletics, and the community at large to create an The College is located on a 40-acre campus in the residen- active, personalized, and engaging educational experience tial community of Atherton, California. A hallmark of the that prepares students for the complexities, challenges, campus is its stately, old oak trees. Atherton is approxi- and opportunities they will face in their personal and pro- mately 25 miles equidistant between San Francisco and fessional lives. The College’s extensive athletic program San Jose. The nearby towns of Menlo Park and Palo Alto develops leadership and teamwork skills. Residential and are small business communities with shopping centers student life programs engage students outside the class- and movie theaters that offer a large array of cultural room in group projects, cultural experiences, community activities. The College is located in the heart of the service, and outdoor adventures. technological center of the United States, Silicon Valley. These co-curricular activities complement the aca- Northern California is one of the most beautiful demic programs’ use of experiential learning techniques regions in the world, offering the splendor of Big Sur, to provide breadth and depth to learning, helping stu- the Monterey Peninsula, Napa Valley, the North Coast, dents to be more versatile, adaptable, and innovative the Gold Country, and the Sierra Nevada Mountains, all in communication and problem-solving skills. In addition, of which are within driving distance from the Atherton business students are required to complete a six-credit campus. internship, either full-time during the summer between their junior and senior years or part-time during their STUDENTS senior year, to further link the classroom to the real Menlo College has always attracted students from world. The College also engages in academic partnerships throughout the United States and abroad. Almost half in Europe, Asia, and Latin America to help students of all states are represented by Menlo students, including develop a global and multi-cultural perspective. California and other Western states, Hawaii, and beyond. Countries outside the United States are also well- HISTORY represented, with students calling 35 different countries Menlo College was founded in 1927 as a private residen- their home. The Menlo community is culturally and tial college for men. Students could complete the first two ethnically diverse. The variety of languages, experiences, years of college study before transferring to a university and lifestyles represented at Menlo gives the College a to complete undergraduate coursework. cosmopolitan character.
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FACULTY AND STAFF The College’s faculty and staff reflect the unique diversity of the San Francisco Bay Area, sharing a strong interest in education with a focus on excellence in teaching and administration. Each student has an advisor whose objective is to develop a mentor relationship with the student. Additionally, many faculty and staff reside on campus and are active participants in student-based co-curricular activities.
GOVERNANCE Ultimate responsibility for the welfare of the College rests with the President and the Board of Trustees. Academic policies and procedures are developed and maintained by a system of shared governance. Shared governance means that all members of the community, including students, faculty and administration, have a voice in the governing of the College. Faculty are represented primarily by the Faculty Senate. Students are represented by the Menlo College Student Government Association.
ACADEMIC FREEDOM Menlo College’s Board of Trustees believes that truth is found and learning is fostered by the free exchange of ideas and by free investigation. The Board regards diversity of opinion as a corollary of academic freedom and recognizes that this diversity may include opinions that are unpopular and contrary to established positions. The purpose of this academic freedom statement is to protect individual members of the faculty from dismissal, coercion, or harassment because of their views. Faculty members are entitled as citizens to freely express their views without recrimination. Faculty members are entitled to full freedom in their choice of research subjects and methodology and in the publication of their research results. The Board of Trustees expects that free investigation and expression will often engender vigorous controversy. Positions may be taken that contradict prevailing ideas and beliefs. However unpopular the opinions expressed, the Board values free intellectual discourse and therefore commits Menlo College to the defense of academic freedom. In that spirit, the President and the Board of Trustees call upon the faculty to recognize the special responsibili- ties that membership in the academic profession entails. They expect faculty members to demonstrate professional responsibility in all academically related pursuits by encouraging the free pursuit of learning among students, by treating them and their opinions with dignity and respect, and by respecting and defending their colleagues’ right of free inquiry.
9 Admission to Menlo College
Menlo College seeks to attract a diverse and talented NEW STUDENT ADMISSION CRITERIA student body. Although many of Menlo’s students come Menlo College admits individuals who are academically from California, more than 20 other states and 30 foreign prepared to succeed at the college level and have the countries are also represented. potential to become leaders within the Menlo community Menlo admits qualified candidates from both public and beyond. To build a student body with these qualifica- and private secondary schools. The College also welcomes tions, the Admission Committee uses the following the maturity and experience of transfer students, and criteria as guidelines for decisions: encourages members of all ethnic, racial, and religious Graduation from a recognized secondary school or backgrounds to apply for admission. Prospective students evidence that an equivalent degree (e.g. GED) or with physical differences will find classrooms, lecture education has been completed. halls, residence halls, and faculty offices accessible to their needs. A college preparatory course pattern as determined by The Office of Admissions staff recognizes the chal- the individual high school, or a rigorous community lenges students face in selecting a college or university college program. where they will be happy and academically successful. One written recommendation from a teacher or Our personal approach to college admission is designed counselor. to make this process smooth and rewarding for our SAT or ACT scores (only required of freshman applicants. applicants who are applying with a recalculated GPA It is strongly recommended that all prospective below 3.0). students visit the campus. Visits can be scheduled online (www.menlo.edu/visit-us) or by contacting the Office of NOTE: For admission purposes, a student’s grade point Admissions toll-free at 1(800) 55-MENLO (within the average will be recalculated based on completed USA) or (650) 543-3753. academic coursework. This means that the cumulative GPA which appears on a student’s transcript may differ THE APPLICATION CALENDAR from the GPA Menlo uses to arrive at an admission Menlo College welcomes applications from students decision. from across the United States and around the world, There are additional requirements for new inter- both citizens of the United States and citizens of other national F-1 visa students. Please refer to the “Additional countries. Application deadlines can be found on Procedures for New International F-1 Visa Students” www.menlo.edu. There has been a large increase in section. applications over the past few years. Applicants are admitted under the degree require- NEW STUDENT APPLICATION PROCEDURES FOR U.S. CITIZENS, PERMANENT RESIDENTS ments in effect at the time of their admission. Admission AND INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS to degree programs, Intensive English Program, and the The application procedures are as follows: eligibility to enroll in classes is valid only when verified and confirmed in writing by the Office of Admissions. Apply electronically through the Menlo College website
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at www.menlo.edu. Menlo College also participates in ADDITIONAL PROCEDURES FOR NEW the Common Application program. INTERNATIONAL F-1 VISA STUDENTS International students are those whose permanent home Submit a non-refundable processing fee of $40. is abroad and are planning to study in the United States Applicants should have their recommendation under the F-1 student visa program. For many years, the completed by a high school counselor or teacher. international student enrollment at Menlo College has Recommendations can be faxed, emailed, or mailed varied between 15–20 percent of the total enrollment to the Menlo College Office of Admissions. each semester. Menlo welcomes applicants and students Freshman applicants who have a recalculated academic from all over the world. GPA below 3.0 should submit their official SAT and/or International students will join the Degree Program ACT scores from the appropriate testing agency. or the Intensive English Program. International students are required to complete all the application procedures
Freshman applicants should request that an official high listed above. In addition, the College requires internation- school transcript be sent to the Office of Admissions. A al students to do the following: final, official transcript, including graduation date, is
required before students may attend classes. Students Degree Program applicants must demonstrate their do not provide final official transcripts by the expected ability to use the English language in college-level work. deadline will be charged a $50 transcript collection fee. The College requires submission of official TOEFL, IELTS, or GTEC CBT scores. The College requires
Transfer students must submit official transcripts from submission of official TOEFL, IELTS, or GTEC CBT all colleges and universities attended. Transfer students scores. International students whose language of with fewer than 12 transferable academic semester units instruction is English may submit a SAT or ACT test must also submit official high school transcript(s) and score in lieu of TOEFL or IELTS. Official results must standardized test score(s). Prior to enrollment, transfer be sent to the Office of Admissions. students are notified of their academic standing includ-
ing how many units may transfer to Menlo College and Any student without scores or with scores between 450 what courses they have fulfilled. Failure to report the and 536 TOEFL PBT, 51 and 73 TOEFL IBT, 5.5/6.0 history of any previous post-secondary enrollment will IELTS (no band below 5.5) will be considered for the likely result in administrative withdrawal from the Intensive English Program (IEP). College. (Refer to the section on “Transfer Credit Intensive English Program applicants may request a Policies and Procedures” for more information.) Skype or in person interview in lieu of submitting Students who do not provide final official transcripts by official TOEFL or IELTS. the expected deadline will be charged a $50 transcript International students who are transferring from a collection fee. community college or an regionally accredited university All students must submit an essay of no fewer than 250 within the United States, and who have successfully words addressing their reasons for seeking a college completed the prerequisite for the degree level Fresh- education, expectations of a college education, and man English Composition with a grade of “C-” or higher reasons for applying to Menlo College. are not required to present official TOEFL or IELTS. Once all application materials are received, the Admis- All foreign university transcripts must be evaluated by sions Committee will render a decision. In most cases, WES (www.wes.org.) applicants are notified of the Committee’s decision within If admitted, upon making a decision to enroll, a student thirty days of all materials being received. must pay the $250 enrollment fee deposit. The deposit is If admitted, upon making a decision to enroll, a credited toward the balance of the student’s first semester student must pay the $250 enrollment fee deposit. The tuition and fees and is not refundable. deposit is credited toward the balance of the student’s After an international student has been accepted for first semester tuition and fees and is not refundable. admission and has submitted the required $250 enroll- Payment in full or a signed promissory note ment deposit and financial documents (certificate of (payment plan) of the remaining tuition and fees is due finance and letter on bank letterhead), official immigration approximately six weeks prior to the beginning of each documents will be issued to enable application for an F-1 semester. student visa. The F-1 student visa is required for entry
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into the United States to study at Menlo College. This visa calculation will be weighed in Menlo’s decision to admit must be obtained from a U.S. Consulate/Embassy abroad the guest student as a regular degree-seeking student. prior to leaving for the United States. The student will present documents upon arrival at the U.S. port of entry READMISSION APPLICATION PROCEDURES and also must show them to International Student Students who were previously enrolled at Menlo College Services staff upon arrival at are required to reapply for admission status, unless they Menlo College. are currently on an approved Leave of Absence (See the International F-1 students transferring from a school section on “Leave of Absence” for additional information). in the United States to Menlo College are not required Students who request readmission to Menlo College to exit the United States. They must complete a Menlo should do the following: College transfer form that indicates the date their Apply electronically through the Menlo College website immigration record will be electronically released by at www.menlo.edu. their current institution. Upon receipt of their electronic record, Menlo College staff will process student transfers. Submit a non-refundable processing fee of $40. Payment in full or a signed promissory note (payment Submit official transcript(s) from all institutions plan) of the remaining tuition and fees is due approxi- attended. The academic standing of a readmission mately six weeks prior to the beginning of each semester. applicant and the transferability of college courses All international students are automatically enrolled completed after leaving Menlo will be determined prior in the Menlo College-sponsored health plan unless proof to re-enrollment. Failure to report the history of other of comparable coverage with an insurance carrier based post-secondary enrollments will likely result in the stu- in the U.S. is provided. dent’s administrative withdrawal from Menlo College.
GUEST STUDENTS Submit a personal statement of no less than 250 words. A guest or visiting student is a degree-seeking student in This personal statement should include: good standing at another institution who is admitted to (1) an evaluation of your college experience to date Menlo College for one term only. Coursework completed including your reason(s) for leaving Menlo; under guest student status is considered to be a part of (2) your reason(s) for seeking readmission; and, the student’s program elected under the jurisdiction of (3) your perception of how your educational objectives the home institution; therefore it is recommended that can now be met at Menlo College. the student seek academic advising from the home Readmission applicants who were academically disquali- institution prior to enrolling at Menlo College. NOTE: fied from Menlo are required to provide evidence that Summer is considered open enrollment for non-degree their academic performance will meet the minimum seeking students. Enrollment must be approved for guest admission standard of a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 point system. students seeking to register in the fall or spring terms. Readmission is not guaranteed and will be based on the To apply as a guest student, complete and submit quality of academic and life activities that took place dur- a Menlo College Undergraduate Guest Application ing the applicant’s time away from Menlo. Readmission available on www.menlo.edu. applicants must satisfy the admission and degree require- Students may be required to produce an unofficial ments in effect at the time of their readmission. transcript to verify that they have fulfilled any Menlo If admitted, upon making a decision to enroll, a College course prerequisite requirements. readmitted student must pay the $250 enrollment fee Guest students are limited to one semester of enroll- deposit. The deposit is credited toward the balance of ment. Guest students who wish to apply to Menlo College the student’s first semester tuition and fees and is not as degree-seeking students must complete a regular refundable. application for admission and meet all regular admission Payment in full or a signed promissory note requirements. Official transcripts from all post-secondary (payment plan) of the remaining tuition and fees is due institution attended must be provided. In order for approximately six weeks prior to the beginning of each credits to apply to a Menlo College degree, a guest student semester. must apply through Admissions within one year of enrollment. Courses taken at all institutions, including ADVANCED PLACEMENT those taken as a guest student at Menlo College, will be Entering freshmen may be granted Menlo College credit used to calculate the admission grade point average. This for a particular course(s) on the basis of qualifying scores
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on the Advanced Placement Examination(s) of the College Entrance Examination Board. Menlo College also participates in the A-level and International Baccalaureate (IB) Programs. These programs are rigorous pre-university courses of study that lead to examinations that meet the needs of highly motivated secondary school students. Each is designed as a comprehensive two-year curriculum that allows its graduates to fulfill the requirements of various national educational systems. Check Menlo College’s website at www.menlo.edu for specific minimum score requirements.
MENLO COLLEGE NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY Menlo College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or age in any of its policies, procedures, or practices. This nondiscrimination policy covers admission and access to programs and activities, treatment, and employment in the College. Inquiries regarding the College’s equal opportunity policies should be directed to the Human Resources Office.
The ADA (1990) requires ‘reasonable accommodations’ (to create a level playing field) without undue hardship. The institution must try to make these for the student, may not lower curriculum standards for the college, and requires documentation. See the Menlo College website at www.menlo.edu for Guidelines for Documentation of a Disability.
Section 504 defines a disability as “any person who (i) has a physical or mental impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activities, (ii) has a record of such impairment or (iii) is regarded as having such an impairment.”
13 Tuition, Housing & Related Fees
The charges for tuition, room/board, and fees for the Application Fee $40 2018-2019 academic year are listed below. A student is Admission Deposit $250 considered enrolled for certification purposes upon full payment or guarantee of all tuition and fees. For planning Late Registration Fee $75 purposes, students and parents should anticipate that Transcript Collection Fee $50 tuition and other charges may increase each year, based Diploma Replacement Fee $50 on program changes and other cost increases experienced by the College. After full payment or guarantee of tuition Tuition Payment Plan Fee $100 per semester and fees (e.g. payment plan) has been received by the Late Payment Fee Fee varies, $150 max Student Service Center, students will receive their official Parking violations Fee varies class schedule. Residential students are permitted to move into the residence halls only after payment arrange- Disciplinary fines Fee varies ments have been completed. Transcript and Fax Fees Fee varies (see Transcripts) Internship Credit Deferral Fee $250 TUITION 12 to 19 units per semester $21,025 per semester Course Materials Fee Fee varies Per unit (under 12 or over 19) $1,753 per unit ON-CAMPUS HOUSING (Residential Students) Summer Session tuition per unit $885 per unit Small Single Room 9’ x 12’ $9,500 per semester Large Single Room 11’ x 12’ $9,800 per semester FEES Student Body Fee (mandatory) $375 per semester Double Room 11’ x 12’ $6,862.50 per semester Medical Insurance Fee Large Double Room 12’6” x 17’ $7,112.50 per semester Fall only $975 Triple Room 12’6” x 17’ $5,400 per semester (December program completion) Security deposit (refundable) $300 Spring/Summer $975 (Entering Menlo in spring term) Includes free laundry, 19 meals per week, broadband ID Card Replacement Fee $10 internet access, and basic cable service. (Students receive up to two complimentary PAYMENT OF COLLEGE BILLS cards, but are charged $10 per card for any Bills for tuition, room/board, and fees for the fall and replacements after the first two.) spring semesters will be sent approximately mid-June Medical Insurance for $975 and mid-November and are due mid-July and mid- International Students (Mandatory) per semester December, respectively. Anticipated financial aid
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(student loans, scholarships and grants) will be credited TUITION REFUND POLICY to the student’s account only after the student’s financial SUMMER aid file is completed and financial aid funds are received. 100% refund for official withdrawal needs to be seven Consequences for non-payment may include: days prior to the first day of instruction (less non- cancellation of dining privileges; withdrawal from classes; refundable fee). holds on schedule changes, registration for next semester, 75% refund for official withdrawal by the second day and release of academic records; and may impact the of class. student’s ability to participate in the Commencement 50% refund for official withdrawal by the third day of ceremony. In addition, a late fee will be assessed to a class. student’s monthly bill each month if payment is not 25% refund for official withdrawal prior to the fourth received by the due date. class meeting. Students and their parents or guardians may pay the No refund after the third class meeting. Refunds are College charges as they fall due each semester by paying for tuition only. in full or by using a payment plan option. Financial Students who drop class after the deadline will be assessed arrangements should be made in advance to assure a $75 fee per class. PLEASE NOTE: There is no tuition payment on the required dates. Late charges will be refund for third-party classes, such as the Certified Public assessed on payments received after the due date. Accountant preparation course sponsored by the College.
TUITION REFUND POLICY To Request a Refund FALL AND SPRING You can request a refund: in person at the Menlo College Students register for classes with the understanding that Business Office, by writing to the business office, 1000 they will remain enrolled for the entire course of study El Camino Real, Atherton, CA 94027, by faxing your unless they voluntarily withdraw or are administratively request to 650-543-3781, or by e-mailing your request to withdrawn from the College. However, it is recognized Mike Paneitz at [email protected]. that some students may have to withdraw from courses Be sure to include your name, the reason for request- in which they have enrolled. ing a refund, and your telephone contact number(s). This Students who officially withdraw from, or who are will allow us to contact you in case of questions. Failure otherwise disqualified during the semester, may be eligible to include all necessary information may delay processing. for a tuition refund (except in conduct dismissals). To If your reason for a refund includes withdrawal or Leave be officially withdrawn from their classes, students must of Absence from the College, please contact the Office of advise the Office of the Registrar in writing. The date the the Registrar for more information on the proper exit written notice is received by the Office of the Registrar is procedures and forms, in person at the Student Services the date that will be used to calculate the tuition refund Center, by phone at 650-543-3737, or by e-mail at according to the following: [email protected]. 75 percent refund for official withdrawal through the tenth (10th) class day; HOUSING REFUND POLICY 50 percent refund for official withdrawal from the Resident room and board fees are prorated through the eleventh (11th) through the twentieth (20th) class day; twentieth (20th) day of occupancy. There is no refund No refund after the twentieth (20th) class day. beyond the twentieth (20th) day of occupancy during the PLEASE NOTE: For a full tuition refund (less $150 fee), semester. (See Resident Refund Policy.) withdrawal must be made prior to the start of the semester. OTHER FEES REFUND POLICY There is no tuition refund for third-party classes, All other fees are non-refundable. such as the Certified Public Accountant preparation course sponsored by the College. Federal, state, and institutional financial aid will be reviewed and adjusted according to respective policy and regulations.
15 Financial Aid
The Office of Financial Aid strives to help make a Menlo Menlo College. College education affordable for all eligible students. The The financial need of each family is based on infor- Office provides application information and evaluation mation supplied on the Free Application for Federal for student eligibility for financial aid programs available Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA form is required in at the College. order to apply for federal, California, and institutional Menlo College maintains a broadly based program need-based financial aid programs. of financial assistance for students. The financial aid that All student loan, grant, and scholarship funds are students receive from federal, state, college, and local applied directly to the student’s account at Menlo College. programs helps them meet the expenses (tuition and fees, Additionally, financial aid programs are subject to federal, books and supplies, room and board, transportation, and state, and institutional funding levels. Forms and require- personal expenses) to attend Menlo. ments are subject to change. Students must meet citizen- There are four basic types of financial aid: 1) student ship and residency requirements to receive federal and loans; 2) merit-based grants and scholarships; 3) need- California financial aid and must meet all federal and state based grants; and 4) work-study employment. Student requirements. loans must be repaid. Students awarded work-study must Students who have already earned a bachelor’s degree be employed in a work-study-funded job in order to are not eligible for grants, but may be eligible for merit receive the funds. A student’s financial aid package scholarships. International F-1 visa students are not (including merit scholarships, need-based grants, loans, eligible for need-based financial aid, but are eligible for and work-study) cannot exceed the cost of attending merit scholarships.
COST OF ATTENDANCE (COA) 2018-2019 The following chart shows the cost of attendance (COA) for the 2018-2019 academic year (fall 2018 and spring 2019). Students cannot receive more financial aid than their COA.
LIVING ON CAMPUS LIVING OFF CAMPUS LIVING W/ PARENT/RELATIVE Tuition $42,050 $42,050 $42,050 Fees 750 750 750 Room & Board $14,225 14,225 6,750 Books/Supplies 550 550 550 Student Loan Fees 390 390 390 Transportation 1,350 3,825 3,825 Miscellaneous 1,003 1,003 1,003 TOTAL COSTS $60,318 $62,793 $55,318 The college tuition, related fees, and on-campus room and board expenses are paid directly to Menlo College. All other expenses are estimated, and provided for information and budgeting purposes.
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EXPECTED FAMILY CONTRIBUTION (EFC) Not be in default on any student loans incurred at The primary responsibility for college costs rests with the any institution. student and family. A student who applies for financial assistance must provide information about family assets FINANCIAL AID SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC and family income for the prior year. Based on a federal PROGRESS formula, the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) is the Financial aid has its own standards for satisfactory aca- amount the student and family are expected to contribute demic progress (SAP). (See section on Academic Progress toward college expenses. The EFC is used to determine for the standards applicable to all students, whether eligibility for federal, state, and institutional need-based receiving financial aid or not.) For financial aid purposes, financial aid. satisfactory academic progress (SAP) is maintained by completing a minimum of 67 percent of all attempted QUALIFYING FOR FINANCIAL AID classes and by maintaining a minimum cumulative grade Students do not need to be from a low-income family to point average (GPA) of 2.0. Please note that if a full-time qualify for financial aid. However, to receive aid that is day student completes only 67 percent of his or her need-based, they must demonstrate financial need that attempted classes, it will take six years to complete a is defined as the COA minus the student and family’s bachelor’s degree. The Office of Financial Aid reviews the EFC. Students should not disqualify themselves by not academic progress of financial aid recipients at the end applying for financial aid. Students who think they will of each semester. Students are notified in writing when need financial aid to attend Menlo College are encouraged they are on financial aid probation and/or if they become to apply. ineligible for financial aid. Students who fail to maintain SAP, as defined for financial aid purposes, will be placed HOW TO APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID on financial aid warning period for one semester. During To receive first priority for all financial aid programs, all that semester, a student is eligible to receive aid. If, after documents must be submitted to the appropriate agencies completion of the warning period / semester, a student each year as soon after January 1st as possible. does not meet SAP requirements, then he or she is no To be considered for financial aid, students must: longer eligible for financial aid. Students who have experienced extenuating circum- Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid stances that affect their ability to perform academically (FAFSA) on the Web at www.fafsa.gov. The completed may appeal in writing to the Office of Financial Aid. FAFSA must be submitted by March 2 in order to be Examples of extenuating circumstances include serious considered for the Cal Grant. illness/injury, death in the family, or other comparable Mail a certified Grade Point Average (GPA) Verifica- situations. Supporting documentation is required. tion Form by March 2 for Cal Grants to the California Students should submit the appeal letter and all support- Student Aid Commission. Grant Programs Processing ing documentation to the Office of Financial Aid. They Section, P.O. Box 419077, Rancho Cordova, CA will be notified in writing with the result of their appeal. 95741-9077. (California residents only) Submit verification documents to Menlo College if STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES REGARDING selected. The Office of Financial Aid will inform stu- FINANCIAL AID dents selected for verification what forms to submit. Students who receive financial aid are required to: General Eligibility Requirements Submit all required financial aid documents to To be eligible to receive federal and state financial aid, the Office of Financial Aid in a timely manner students must: (by the stated deadlines). Have calculated financial need. Respond immediately to all correspondence sent Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or eligible by the Office of Financial Aid or Federal Student Aid non-citizen with the appropriate documentation as Programs. specified by the U.S. Department of Education. Inform the Office of Financial Aid in writing if Possess a high school diploma or the equivalent. outside scholarships or additional resources are Be fully admitted to, and enroll in, a program for received. the purpose of obtaining a degree or certificate. Request clarification about the financial award as Maintain Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic necessary. Progress (see section below) in college-level work. Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP). Not owe a refund on any grants previously received at any institution.
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NEED-BASED GRANTS Menlo Grants Federal Pell Grants Menlo Grants assist low- and middle-income students This program provides federal grants up to $6,095 in with tuition and fee costs. To be eligible for a Menlo 2018-2019 to undergraduate students. The minimum Grant, students must demonstrate financial need as Federal Pell Grant award for an academic year is $652. determined by the FAFSA. Menlo Grant amounts will To be eligible, students must demonstrate financial need. vary and are only available to full-time undergraduate students who are required to pay the higher tuition cost. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Funds are restricted to meet needs after certain other Grants (FSEOG) resources, such as state and federal grants, are consid- FSEOG grants are administered on behalf of the federal ered. Recruited student-athletes, and students with an government. They are awarded first to students with the earned bachelor’s degree are not eligible for a Menlo lowest expected family contribution (EFC) and the Grant. highest financial need. Priority is given to students who receive Federal Pell Grants. FSEOG Grants are only STUDENT LOANS available to full-time undergraduate students who are Federal Direct Loans required to pay the higher tuition cost. The maximum Federal Direct loans are made through the federal FSEOG Grant awarded for the academic year is $1,000. government. To be considered for a Subsidized Federal Cal Grants Direct Loan, students must demonstrate financial need The California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) through the FAFSA. administers grant programs for undergraduate California Funds are generally issued in two (2) installments residents without a bachelor’s degree. Awards are made during the academic year, one each semester. Students based upon both financial need and academic merit and are granted a six-month grace period before repayment typically are offered for the fall and spring semesters. begins and after they cease to be enrolled at least half- Menlo College students are eligible to be considered for time (usually upon graduation). The minimum repayment Cal Grant A and B awards. is $50 per month. Under certain circumstances, students Cal Grant A This California grant assists low and can receive a deferment or forbearance on their loan. middle-income students with tuition and fee costs. A Federal Direct Loan Master Promissory Note and Eligibility is based on financial need and grade point Entrance Counseling must be completed to apply for average. The maximum new award for the 2018-2019 funds from this program. year is $9,084. Loan limits for dependent students are $5,500 for Cal Grant B This California grant assists very low- freshmen, $6,500 for sophomores, and $7,500 for juniors income students with living expenses, books, supplies, and seniors. Independent freshmen and sophomores are transportation and other costs. The minimum award eligible for an additional $4,000 in unsubsidized loans, for the 2018-2019 year is $1,672, with a maximum while juniors and seniors are eligible for an additional award of $10,756. $5,000 in unsubsidized loans. Dependent students whose parents are unable to borrow a federal Parent PLUS loan Additional Requirements for Cal Grant Recipients: may be eligible for additional unsubsidized loan funds. In addition to the Free Application for Federal Student Please see the Menlo College Office of Financial Aid for Aid, students are also required to have the GPA Verifi- details. cation Form for Cal Grant Programs completed by the Subsidized Federal Direct Loans Menlo College Office of the Registrar or by their high The federal government pays the interest while the school’s Records Office. All documents must be submitted student is in a deferment status and during the grace to the appropriate agencies by March 2 to be considered period. for a Cal Grant. The California Student Aid Commission Unsubsidized Federal Direct Loans determines the eligibility for new Cal Grant recipients. The student is charged interest while he or she is in NOTE: As the Governor’s Office works to balance Cali- a deferment status and during the grace period. fornia’s state budget, changes to Cal Grant qualification requirements for new applicants are possible. For more information go to www.calgrants.org.
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Federal PLUS Loans (Parent Plus Loans) students with direct costs. Students must maintain the The Federal PLUS Loan Program is an optional funding required cumulative GPA, and earn a minimum of 24 source to assist the parents of dependent students in units per academic year at Menlo College. Incomplete meeting educational expenses at Menlo College. These courses and withdrawals will not be counted. Students loans are made through the federal government. To awarded a scholarship must be enrolled full-time at determine a parent’s eligibility for the Federal PLUS Menlo College and be paying the traditional tuition costs. Loan, the parent’s credit history will be checked. In the Scholarships are normally awarded annually. However, event a parent does not qualify for a Federal PLUS Loan, new students who enter Menlo for the first time during the Office of Financial Aid will consider the student for an the spring semester will be considered for a one-semester additional loan through the Federal Unsubsidized Direct scholarship. Guest students are not considered for these Loan Program. The Federal Unsubsidized Loan amount scholarships and awards. will not exceed $4,000 if the student is a college freshman or sophomore and will not exceed $5,000 if the student is ATHLETIC AWARDS a college junior or senior. Recruited athletes may be eligible for athletic scholar- Parents may choose to defer payments on a PLUS ships. Questions regarding athletic awards should be loan until six months after the date the student ceases to addressed to the appropriate coach. be enrolled at least half-time. Parents can choose to pay the interest at any time by contacting the servicer. The FEDERAL WORK-STUDY amount the parent may borrow annually in the Federal The Federal Work-Study (FWS) program provides jobs PLUS Loan Program cannot exceed the cost to attend for full-time students with financial need, allowing them college, less any financial aid awarded. Funds are issued to earn money to help pay education expenses. Students in two equal installments during the academic year—one awarded FWS need to secure a job on campus or at an each semester. A Federal PLUS Loan Master Promissory approved community agency and are paid an hourly rate. Note and a Parent PLUS Loan Request Form (a Menlo For information on job openings, contact the Office of form) must be completed to apply for funds from this Internships and Career Services. Most student workers program. average about seven hours of work per week with flexible schedules that accommodate their classes. SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS Menlo College is deeply committed to preparing men and COURSE WITHDRAWAL women for leadership positions in a wide variety of career Federal financial aid is subject to Return to Title IV fields. With this in mind, our financial aid programs are regulations governed by the U.S. Department of designed to provide future leaders with an outstanding Education and will be adjusted accordingly based on educational experience. Scholarships are given to those changes in enrollment. State financial aid will be adjusted outstanding students who have demonstrated a commit- based on the California Student Aid Commission policy. ment to academic excellence and leadership both inside Menlo College reserves the right to cancel or adjust and outside the classroom. institutional aid based on enrollment. Institutional aid Eligibility for Menlo College merit scholarships is requires full time enrollment, unless prior authorizations initially determined by the Office of Admissions, which or exceptions are made. makes the awards. Generally, the type of merit scholar- ship students receive is the scholarship they keep and FINANCIAL AID PORTAL may renew in subsequent years, provided that certain Menlo College requires students to accept financial aid renewal requirements are met as outlined in the student’s through the Financial Aid portal, available at https:// scholarship letter. Merit scholarships are dependent on my.menlo.edu/NetPartnerStudent/Logon.aspx or by the student’s prior academic performance. For merit selecting the “Financial Aid Portal” link on mymenlo. scholarship purposes, a student’s Grade Point Average Students may also reduce or decline federal student loans (GPA) will be recalculated based on completed academic through the financial aid portal. The student financial coursework. This means that the cumulative GPA that aid portal will provide pertinent information regarding appears on a student’s transcript may differ from the financial aid status, awards, rights and responsibilities of GPA Menlo uses to arrive at merit award and admission each award, missing documents, forms, and important decisions. messages regarding financial aid. Menlo College merit and athletic scholarships assist
19 Degrees
Menlo College offers students the opportunity to earn a EXCHANGE AND STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMS Bachelor of Science degree in Business, a Bachelor of Menlo College partners directly with schools abroad as Arts degree in Business, or a Bachelor of Arts degree in well as third-party study abroad providers to offer short Psychology. Courses are offered in a four-year program of and long-term study abroad options to Menlo College fall and spring semesters and optional summer sessions. students in 26 countries and 70 cities around the world. In addition, students may earn majors in a variety of For more information, contact the Office of Study Abroad areas that complement their degree. at [email protected]. All Menlo students are eligible to apply for study overseas through our Exchange Programs.
Bachelor of Science in Business Majors: Accounting Finance Marketing Management Entrepreneurship Option International Management Option Human Resource Management Option Real Estate Option Sports Management Option
Bachelor of Arts in Business Major: Management Individualized Concentration
Bachelor of Arts Major: Psychology
20 Graduation & Commencement
While a Commencement ceremony is sometimes referred HONORS AT GRADUATION to as Graduation, there is a noteworthy difference. The Valedictorian College’s Commencement ceremony is held once a year The Valedictorian is the student scholar who has demon- at the end of the spring semester as a celebration for strated the highest level of academic achievement and students projected to successfully complete all their scholarly activity while in residence at Menlo College. graduation requirements by the end of spring or summer In addition to achieving the highest cumulative grade semester. While Menlo students may graduate either at point average at Menlo College, the Valedictorian will the end of the fall, spring or summer semesters, there is have a history of academic achievement that goes well only one Commencement ceremony held in May. beyond the status quo. The graduation candidate(s) Students do not receive a diploma at the Commence- with the highest grade point average(s) at the end of the ment ceremony. Confirmation of degree completion fall semester prior to commencement are considered will not take place until official grades are posted by the for this honor. The Valedictorian honor appears on the Registrar. Students should meet with their Academic Commencement brochure, but not on official transcripts. Advisor prior to their last semester to review their Students who petition to graduate late, may not be academic file to guarantee all their graduation require- considered for this honor. ments will be met in a timely fashion. Graduation indicates the student has officially com- Other Honors pleted all their graduation requirements. In preparation Honors appear on the student’s diploma and their official for graduation, students must file a Graduation Petition Menlo College transcript. These honor designations do in the term just prior to their expected graduation year/ not apply to certificate programs. term (fall semester for May 31 and August 31 graduates Honors are awarded to bachelor’s degree graduates or spring semester for December 31 graduates). The who earned a cumulative grade point average in their deadlines for submitting Graduation Petitions are: Menlo College courses as follows: November 12, 2018 for end of spring or summer 2019 cum laude April 5, 2019 for end of fall 2019 3.500 to 3.699 All degree candidates should submit their graduation magna cum laude petitions on MyMenlo for processing. 3.700 to 3.899 summa cum laude COMMENCEMENT ELIGIBILITY 3.900 to 4.000 To be eligible to participate in Commencement and listed in the Commencement Program, candidates must have DIPLOMA DISTRIBUTION & DEGREE VERIFICATION completed all of their degree requirements or be within Graduation candidates whose graduation petition was six units of completing them by August 31. received by the deadline indicated above, and who do not have any encumbrances, will receive their diplomas by mail approximately twelve weeks after the end of the
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semester in which they successfully completed their degree requirements. Graduation candidates whose applications were received after the deadlines indicated above and/or who have encumbrances should anticipate a delay in receiving their diplomas. It is important that candidates inform the Academic Advising Center and the Office of the Registrar of any changes of mailing address. Graduates can obtain degree verification by letter with a written request to the Office of the Registrar, or requesting a degree verification or official transcript through the National Student Clearinghouse. To request an official transcript, see the section on “Transcripts” for the required fees.
GRADUATION & COMMENCEMENT INQUIRIES Inquiries regarding graduation application status and diplomas should be addressed to: Academic Advising Center, Menlo College, 1000 El Camino Real, Atherton, CA 94027-4301 or phone (650) 543-3917 or fax (650) 543-4120. Inquiries regarding the Commencement ceremony, regalia and rehearsals should be directed to Linda Teutschel, Menlo College, 1000 El Camino Real, Atherton, CA 94027-4301 or phone (650) 543-3744.
22 Office of Student Affairs
Menlo College has created an environment where the STUDENT AFFAIRS PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES curricular and co-curricular work together to provide a Wellness total educational experience for the student. Our mission Students will gain awareness of healthy practices and is to help students realize personal success through the area resources that contribute to healthy living development of the whole person, promoting the balance Students who utilize Menlo College Mental Health of a student’s physical, emotional, social, and intellectual Services will develop strategies for improving their growth. The Menlo College staff is committed to providing mental health specialized services and opportunities that will prepare students for success in their personal and professional lives. Engagement Students will demonstrate a commitment to inclusion MISSION STATEMENT in the community Student Affairs serves the Menlo College community in Students will experience activities that encourage their collaboration with faculty, staff, and community orga- engagement on campus nizations to provide transformational opportunities for Leadership students in the areas of student life, health and wellness, Student leaders will display critical thinking skills and leadership and service, and diversity and inclusion. the ability to lead others towards a common goal Student leaders will exhibit the ability to utilize a STUDENT AFFAIRS process of decision-making based on evidence The Student Affairs staff works with students, faculty, and First-year experience staff to provide for quality of life beyond the classroom. First-year students will make use of student services Co-curricular activities at the College and residence living and opportunities that contribute to their educational arrangements on campus are intended to complement and experience enhance the student’s academic experiences. A wide range First-year students will develop strategies for of programs and services are conducted for this purpose. maintaining personal health, wellness, and safety The Office of Student Affairs specifically coordinates all clubs and organizations, the Student Union, Orienta- Community and Residential Education tion, and the majority of programming for the College. Students will develop a sense of belonging in the Most clubs sponsor activities such as dances, cultural Menlo Community events, festivals, guest speakers, bands, athletic competi- Students participating in the conduct review process tions, and a variety of other activities. will demonstrate the ability to make positive decisions The College encourages innovation in student activi- (based on number of students who repeat behavior) ties. In additional, student groups or individuals with ideas for events or projects are encouraged to visit the STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS Office of Student Affairs in the Administration Building Menlo College provides a variety of opportunities for to discuss them. The Student Affairs staff can often find student involvement in campus organizations. This ways and means of bringing the idea to fruition and will involvement provides students with a chance to meet work directly with the group to see their plans materialize. others with similar interests and to develop interpersonal
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and leadership skills. All students are encouraged to emailing our Director of Mental Health Services, Dr. Jake consider involvement in campus activities, organizations, Kelman at [email protected]. The College is also and leadership opportunities. All current student organi- fortunate to be in close proximity to multiple health zations can be found on Menlo Roots, the campus student resources that are nationally known. Please be advised engagement portal (roots.menlo.edu). New organizations that all full-time students (residential and non-residen- can also register during the start of the fall or spring se- tial) are required to maintain medical insurance with mesters through the Menlo Roots website. coverage for inpatient care, catastrophic illness, and emergency injury care. Students are strongly encouraged MENLO ROOTS (https://roots.menlo.edu) to establish contact with a local internal medicine physi- Menlo Roots provides an interactive website and mobile cian who will serve as a primary point of interface with portal where students, faculty, and staff can engage the health care system for the duration of their time at together in all aspects of campus life. Menlo Roots is the Menlo College. Consult your health insurance provider main hub for the campus event calendar, SERV hour about local health care practitioners who are covered by submission, campus event registration, organization reg- your plan. Students who are enrolled in the Menlo College istration and communication, campus and organization Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) can visit their elections and surveys, plus allows for photos, messages, website at http://4studenthealth.relationinsurance.com/ and news stories to be posted and shared within the or call 1 (800) 537-1777 or email customerservice.la@ community. Menlo Roots has a public side to highlight relationinsurance.com in order to get assistance with current sport teams and organizations, but even more finding a doctor and getting health resource information. information and functions can be accessed once you log in The Menlo Medical Clinic at 1300 Crane Street in with your Menlo campus credentials. Menlo Park is within walking distance of campus. For further information, please visit their website at www. LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES menloclinic.com. Hospitals that serve the immediate area Exceptional leadership development opportunities set include Stanford Hospital, located at Stanford University Menlo College apart from other colleges and universities. (www.stanfordhospital.org), Sequoia Hospital, located Menlo College provides a range of programs that enable in Redwood City (www.sequoiahospital.org) and Kaiser students to discover and develop their leadership skills. Permanente Redwood City Medical Center & Hospital, located in Redwood City (www.kaiserpermanente.org). Menlo leadership opportunities include the following: For assistance with local counseling resources and refer-
Athletic Team Managers rals, please contact the Office of Student Affairs. Black Student Union Chinese Student Association INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICES
Conduct Review Board International students make up a substantial proportion
Gay Straight Alliance of the total student body. The presence of this large
La Sociedad latino de Menlo College (SLMC) multi-national segment of students adds a great deal of
Menlo College Student Government (MCSGA) desired cultural diversity to the student body.
Peer Mentor Designated School Officials in International Student
Peer Tutor Services serve the needs of the College’s international
Resident Assistant students by:
Residence Hall Governance Association Officer Orienting newly arrived international students to
Student Affairs Office Program Coordinators various aspects of the U.S. culture and educational
Student Programming Board system
Student Union Manager/Student Union Employee Assisting international students in maintaining their
Women’s Business Society student status and other related immigration matters
University Innovation Fellow Providing cross-cultural counseling for international If students are interested in broadening their leadership students in order to facilitate their adjustment to the skills, they should stop by the Office of Student Affairs. U.S. and Menlo College International Students enrolled at Menlo College on F-1 COUNSELING & HEALTH SERVICES Student Visas must: The Office of Student Affairs has Mental Health Counsel- Keep their passports valid at all times ors on staff who can be reached at (650) 543-3798 or by Carry a full course of study (at least 12 units during
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each fall and spring semester) Leadership skills with the capacity for ethical Make satisfactory progress toward obtaining their decision-making academic degree Follow certain procedures if they need to stay in the RESIDENTIAL LIFE U.S. longer than the program completion date on Room assignments are made before the semester begins. their initial acceptance document The Residential Life staff tries to honor requests for Limit employment on campus to a total of 20 hours specific rooms and/or roommates to the extent that per week while school is in session physical limitations and residence hall organization Refrain from engaging in off-campus employment in permit. Freshmen and sophomores have priority as they the U.S., both before, during, and after graduation are required to live on campus. without appropriate authorization Meals are provided for residential students, including Ensure that their travel documents are in order breakfast, lunch and dinner on Monday through Friday, before leaving the U.S. (even for a trip to Canada or with brunch and dinner on weekends and most holidays. Mexico) The cost of this meal plan is required and included in the In order to re-enter the United States after a tempo- room and board fees charged each residential student. rary absence of five months or less, students must There are five residence halls on campus: El Camino have a valid passport, a valid visa, and a properly Hall, Howard Hall, Kratt Hall, Michaels Hall and O’Brien endorsed travel document Hall. Each building has its own unique characteristics; Follow certain procedures to transfer to a school however, each room is equipped with furniture needed other than the one originally authorized for studying and sleeping (except desk lamps). Beds are Report any change of address with ten days to 80x36 inches (twin, extra long), a matter to be consid- International Student Services ered when selecting bed linens. Students are expected to provide their own linens. An alarm clock, study lamp and Students should consult with International Student wastebasket are also recommended. Students may add Services for details on these and other matters concerning posters, radios, TVs, computers, etc. Laundry facilities are their visa status. available in each building. Residence halls are supervised by full-time profes- THE RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM sional staff and student Resident Assistants, who help The residential program complements the academic create and maintain an environment conducive to person- curriculum and reinforces the College’s mission and al growth and academic achievement. All Residence Life values by providing learning experiences that extend the staff are available to meet with students on educational classroom into the residence halls. The College provides and social matters. all students with the opportunity to reside and actively Students are expected to adhere to residence hall engage in a community of scholars. As such, the campus policies established in the interest of maintaining a community offers numerous opportunities for learning pleasant, respectful, and peaceful living atmosphere that that facilitate the holistic development of our students. is compatible and necessary for a positive educational The faculty and staff who reside on campus are environment. Policies are outlined in the Menlo Resi- especially enabled to engage our students in campus life. dence Hall License Agreement that each student must With activities that range from hosting study groups to sign prior to moving into a room, as well as in the Student planning social events and the coordination of community Handbook (which includes the Student Code of Conduct). service projects, residential faculty and staff contribute Both are available on the Menlo College website. to the development of students that occurs outside of a More detailed information and instructions regarding traditional classroom setting. on-campus housing is sent to new students upon admis- The residential program offers students the oppor- sion to Menlo College. tunity to integrate the college learning experiences that occur within and beyond the classroom. Through partici- INTERNET AND CABLE SERVICE pation in athletics, intramurals, co-curricular and extra- Students have basic cable and Internet access in their curricular programming, students develop: Residence Hall rooms at no additional charge. Expanded Strong critical thinking and communication skills cable service and premium channels must be arranged for Increased international and multi-cultural awareness separately, as the cable service will bill students directly A recognition of the importance of environmental for this extra service. For additional information about responsibility cable services, please contact Student Affairs.
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RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS could change your insurance status, it is necessary for all Menlo is committed to the philosophy that an individual’s students to satisfy their insurance requirements through college education is enhanced through the experience of private employer-sponsored plans or through enrollment residing on campus. Students benefit from interactions in the Menlo College Student Health Insurance Plan with fellow students and faculty in the type of planned (SHIP) every academic year. Students who fail to go on- and spontaneous activities (social, educational, cultural, line to waive the Student Health Plan will automatically and athletic) and discussions that occur outside regular be enrolled in the Menlo College Plan and will be billed class hours in a residential environment. Residence Hall for the coverage. For more information regarding this living adds a measure of convenience to a student’s life, policy, please visit 4studenthealth.com/menlo. Inter- creates increased opportunities for students to widen national students can only waive SHIP if their alternate their circle of friends, and provides a quick immersion insurance is based in the U.S. into campus life. Menlo College maintains a substantial on-campus STUDENT CONDUCT student body. All unmarried students who do not attain In light of the adult responsibilities associated with the age of 21 before the start of a semester must reside becoming a member of the Menlo College community, the on campus unless they live with their parents or adult College expects each student to behave in a conscientious guardian in the vicinity of the College (defined as within and responsible manner with due respect and regard for 30 miles of the College). This policy does not apply to the welfare and sensibilities of others. Regulations are those students with junior or senior standing or those adopted with that purpose in mind. College policies on who have lived on campus for four semesters. Students various aspects of campus life are fully explained in the may not change from resident to day status after July 1 Student Handbook, and available to all students through for the fall semester or after December 1 for the spring the College website. semester, regardless of their eligibility to reside off- Students are required to review and know the policies campus, without incurring a financial penalty. All described in the Housing License Agreement and the requests for change of status must be made using the Student Handbook. Menlo reserves the right to change appropriate form available in the Office of Student Affairs. policies as necessary and appropriate. The Student Code All international students must live on campus during of Conduct (Code) is contained in the Student Handbook their first year at Menlo. This helps them become more and is used as a basis for evaluating appropriate campus comfortable in the U.S. educational system and student life behavior. Violations of the Code will result in disciplin- life at Menlo College. International students with previ- ary actions including community service, fines, mandatory ous collegiate experience in the United States, or those counseling, and in extreme cases, eviction from housing, who wish to reside with their parents in the immediate no trespassing, suspension or expulsion. Ignorance is vicinity of the College, may petition the Residential Life not a valid excuse for violation of the Code. Office for a waiver of this requirement. STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT RESIDENT REFUND POLICY The following conduct code excerpts are endorsed by If a student officially withdraws, changes residence status, the faculty and staff and are intended to make clear that or who is otherwise removed from campus housing is violations of these policies are of paramount importance eligible for a refund, the date that the student officially and violators will be fully held responsible subject to the checks out of his/her residence hall room with a staff applicable rules, policies and procedures. The complete member is the date that will be used to calculate residence listing of the Student Code of Conduct is available online fee refunds. Room and board fees will be pro-rated at www.menlo.edu in the Student Handbook. through the 20th class day of occupancy. Room and board is a combined fee, not separated for billing purposes. Alcohol There is no refund beyond the 20th class day during a On-campus use of alcoholic beverages is a qualified semester. See the section on “Tuition and Fees” for privilege and is strictly controlled. Students, faculty, additional information. and staff are subject to federal and state laws regulating such beverages. Consumption on campus is restricted to MEDICAL INSURANCE designated areas and to certain approved and officially Menlo College requires all full-time students to maintain sponsored social functions. Students who choose to medical insurance for in-patient care and catastrophic involve themselves with alcohol assume full responsibility illness and injury. Since there are many variables that for the consequences of their actions, both with respect
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to Menlo College regulations and to the laws of the state. other weapons of any kind, and fireworks are strictly Students who abuse alcohol or violate the alcohol policy prohibited. Students found in possession of firearms will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including (any type of gun including BB, air, etc.) or weapons may expulsion. be subject to immediate expulsion from Menlo College. Drugs OTHER CAMPUS SERVICES Possession of illegal drugs and/or marijuana will not be tolerated. The College will fully cooperate with law Student Services Center (SSC) enforcement authorities in any case involving illegal Located in the Admissions Building, the Student Services possession, use, or sale of drugs. Additionally, the College Center is the campus hub for information on student stands ready to take its own action including, but not services and administrative needs. Housed in the SSC limited to, search of a student’s room by authorized College are the offices of the Registrar, Financial Aid, Student personnel who have reasonable cause to suspect the Business Accounts and International Student Services. possession of illegal drugs and/or marijuana. Students This is also the center where students can get their found in possession of illegal drugs and/or marijuana will student ID cards. The SSC and its “one-stop shop” be subject to severe disciplinary action up to and including philosophy provide students and visitors with responsive, expulsion. streamlined access to campus resources and services. Damage to Property Motor Vehicles/Parking Damage to property of Menlo College or to the property All vehicles parked on the Menlo College campus must of any College community member is grounds for have a parking permit. Visitors should call Security for disciplinary action up to and including suspension and/or a temporary visitor’s permit. Students, staff, and faculty expulsion subject to applicable rules, policies and proce- must obtain permanent permits which are valid August 1 dures. through July 31 each year. Applications are completed Harm or Threats of Harm online at https://www.menlo.edu/about/parking- registration-form/. On completion of the application Causing harm or making threats of harm to any member the permit may be picked up at the campus post office of the Menlo College community including employees, between 9 am and 4 pm Monday through Friday by guests, students, and any entity associated in any manner showing their Menlo College ID. with the College, is grounds for disciplinary action up In order to ensure adequate parking, students resid- to and including administrative withdrawal, suspension ing on campus are not eligible for a parking permit for the or expulsion subject to applicable rules, policies, and Fall and Spring semesters of their Freshman year. More procedures. information about this parking permit restriction is avail- Honesty in Academic Work able in the Parking Policy at the College website. Honesty in academic work is governed by the rules of Individuals with more than one vehicle may only the Academic Integrity Policy and is expected from all park one on campus at a time. Parking permits must be members of the Menlo College community. Violations properly displayed to comply with the Menlo College of these policies are grounds for disciplinary action up Parking Policy. Failure to display a permit will not absolve to and including administrative withdrawal, suspension the owner from citation fines. The Parking Policy will or expulsion subject to applicable rules, policies and be enforced from 8 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday. procedures. Please refer to the section on “Academic Serious violations will be cited any time. After 3 citations Integrity Policy” for additional information. vehicles are subject to booting or towing. Guest Visitation A limited number of parking spaces on campus are Students may have overnight guest visitation but they reserved for express purposes, such as handicapped, must obtain the consent of their roommate. Guests may electric car charging, Zipcars, and loading zones. Other be housed overnight no longer than three consecutive areas are limited for faculty/staff-only parking. days. Guests are expected to observe the same standards Mail Service of conduct as Menlo students. Students will be held The campus post office receives Menlo College mail from responsible for the actions of their guests while they are the U.S. Post Office Monday through Friday before 9 am. on campus. After sorting and processing the mail is delivered to the Firearms, Weapons and Fireworks campus offices and resident students, staff and faculty On-campus possession of firearms (antique or modern), mail boxes.
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Any campus resident may obtain a campus mail box. COMMUNITY SERVICE All mail which fits into the mail box, including small pack- SERV (Service, Education, and Resources for Volunteers) ages, will be placed there. Larger packages are shelved by is Menlo College’s community service program. SERV is box number and may be picked up when the campus post designed to help students who, as future business and office is staffed. When packages are received for residents community leaders, will be in a position of building and an email is sent to the addressee. leading communities in their professional and personal The campus post office is open 9 am to 4 pm Monday lives. The SERV program provides the opportunity for through Friday. It is closed during winter break. students to gain the skills necessary to assume leadership Box holders may get their mail from their box whenever roles and become responsible members of the global the Student Union is open, and after hours by calling community. By engaging in community field experiences, Security at 650 400 5837. students will learn to apply education gained in the class- room toward positive, humane ends in their communities. All incoming mail should be addressed as follows: The SERV program strives to: Recipient’s name Develop a sense of belonging and connection with the Menlo College Menlo community 1000 El Camino Real Create opportunities for students to find their role in Campus Box # meeting the needs of the greater community Atherton, CA 94027 Enrich the educational experience through meaning- The campus post office does not supply mailing materi- ful volunteer experiences, leading to the development als including envelopes or boxes however postage stamps of productive individuals may be purchased at the Campus Store. Outgoing mail is Assist in creating more self-directed creative campus taken to the US Post Office Monday through Friday after involvement 3:00 pm. All students (beginning with 2018-2019 entering freshman Menlo College Campus Store class) are required to complete 30 hours of community/ The Campus Store sells school supplies, stamps, phone volunteer service and write a 500 word reflection on one and computer accessories, health & beauty aids, coffee, of these activities during each academic year as a gradua- drinks, snacks, faculty authored books, and Menlo tion requirement. All SERV hours and reflections must be clothing and gifts. School ID replacement is located in submitted through Roots (HYPERLINK “http://roots.menlo. the Campus Store. Replacement ID fee is $10. edu/” \t “_blank” roots.menlo.edu) by May 1. If you are a The Campus Store accepts cash, personal checks, senior or a spring transfer, you are required to complete VISA, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and 15 hours of community service, plus the reflection. Book Loans. Failure to complete SERV hours will result in a hold All refunds require the receipt. Return policy at the being placed on class registration. Students who have bottom of receipts, is available upon request, and is not completed hours must demonstrate SERV progress posted in the store and online. (20 hours completed) at the time of registration in order The Campus Store offers a free charging station for to sign up for classes. Failure to complete the remaining cell phones and tablets while shopping. The Campus Store hours by May 1 will result in the student being disenrolled offers a dry cleaning service with convenient drop off and from classes. pick up. There are a large variety of community service Campus Store: www.campusstore.menlo.edu opportunities for students to take advantage of. Stop by (650) 543-3711 the SERV office in Student Affairs to learn more and be (800) 55menlo ext. 3711 on the look out for announcements to participate in SERV Virtual Bookstore projects both on and off campus. The Office of Student Affairs provides SERV coor- At the Menlo College Virtual Bookstore, you can find text- dination, training, tracking of community service hours books and other required course materials. The following (through Menlo Roots), and volunteer referral services. link will guide you to making purchases or rentals of all For more information, please call (650) 543-3779. required course materials.
Textbooks: http://www.ecampus.com/menlo
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MISSION STATEMENT current, permanent primary medical insurance. The policy The mission of the Department of Athletics is to sponsor must provide coverage for athletic injuries and will not a broad-based athletics program, using the avenue of be a short-term policy. All student-athletes who have not competitive sports to complement and enhance the provided personal primary insurance to the Head Athletic educational and co-curricular experience of each student. Trainer will be enrolled in and billed for medical insurance The Department of Athletics is committed to the fair and provided through Menlo College. There are no exceptions equitable treatment of men and women, and to maintain- to or waivers to this policy. ing and supporting diversity among staff and student- athletes. The Department of Athletics is committed to DRUG TESTING the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics Per athletic department institutional guidelines, all (NAIA) philosophy of encouraging balance in the life student-athletes, including red-shirt athletes, will partici- of a student-athlete, allowing time for participation in pate in random selection drug testing. All student-athletes competitive sport, supporting involvement in leadership must read the drug testing policy and sign a drug testing activities on campus, and striving for a high level of consent form prior to the start of the academic year. A achievement in all academic endeavors. copy of this policy can be found at www.menloathletics. com under the Compliance link. INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS The Menlo College Intercollegiate Department of Athletics ATHLETIC PARTICIPATION consists of 16 varsity programs, which include: baseball, No member of a Menlo College Intercollegiate Athletic men’s basketball, men’s cross country, men’s golf, men’s team may participate in an official competition until soccer, men’s track & field, men’s volleyball, men’s wres- verification of the following: tling, women’s volleyball, women’s golf, women’s softball, Payment of the $250 commitment fee to the Office of women’s basketball, women’s soccer, women’s wrestling, Admissions women’s cross country and women’s track & field. The Current enrollment in 12 or more units (full-time Department of Athletics maintains a membership with the status) and in good academic standing NAIA, participating in the Golden State Athletic Confer- Certified as academically eligible by the Compliance ence (baseball, softball, volleyball, men’s and women’s golf, Officer in the Department of Athletics men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s cross Registered and cleared through the NAIA Clearing- country, men’s and women’s track & field, and men’s and house (www.playNAIA.org) women’s soccer). Men’s wrestling competes as an NAIA Proof of a current physical examination by a personal Independent while women’s wrestling (an emerging sport physician, furnished upon arrival at Menlo (to be kept with the NAIA) currently competes in the Women’s Col- on file in the Head Athletic Trainer’s office) legiate Wrestling Association (WCWA) as a varsity sport. Copy of primary health insurance card on file in Head Athletic Trainer’s Office ATHLETIC ACCIDENT & INJURY INSURANCE Signed Drug Testing Consent form. This form will be Student-athletes are required to provide proof of distributed and collected by the Head Athletic Trainer
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Signed student-athlete Statement of Eligibility. This have accumulated 24 units to participate in a second form will be distributed and collected by the Director season of a sport of Athletics at each team’s pre-season meeting If two years of eligibility were used, the individual Freshmen Eligibility must have accumulated 48 units to participate in a In order to be eligible, incoming freshmen must meet two third season of a sport of three Menlo College Department of Athletics eligibility If three years of eligibility were used, the individual requirements: must have accumulated 72 units to participate in a A score of 860 on the SAT (math and verbal sections fourth season of a sport only) or 18 on the ACT (if recalculated GPA is less NOTE: A student-athlete can no longer compete if s/he than 3.0) has been enrolled in 10 or more full-time semesters at A 2.0 GPA or above on a 4.0 scale any school, regardless if s/he has eligibility remaining. A ranking in the top half of his/her graduating class To continue spring eligibility, freshmen must pass at GENERAL ELIGIBILITY FOR CONTINUING AND TRANSFER STUDENTS least 9 units of coursework during the fall semester. When compiling eligibility reports each year, the Com- SECOND SEASON CONTINUING ELIGIBILITY pliance Officer will look at the normal progress of each To participate in a second season of eligibility, each student-athlete to ensure that s/he is making headway student-athlete must have passed 24 units. In addition, toward degree completion. Listed below is the normal a student playing in a second (continuing) season must progress standard, by which each student-athlete can currently be enrolled in 12 or more units. measure his/her academic progress. Students must have passed 24 units between their last two full-time semesters TWO-YEAR TRANSFER ELIGIBILITY (a “W” or withdrawal on a transcript means the course To become eligible as a transfer from a two-year counts towards full-time enrollment). Only 12 non-term institution, the student-athlete must enter Menlo College units (summer, intersession or units earned from non-full- under the following guidelines: time enrolled semesters) can be applied toward this rule. If one year of eligibility is used, the individual must Student-athletes must meet normal progress rules as have accumulated 24 units to participate in a second follows: season of a sport Prior to second season, must have completed If two years of eligibility are used, the individual must 24 applicable degree units have accumulated 48 units to participate in a third Prior to third season, must have completed season of a sport 48 applicable degree units In addition, students must have attained a cumulative Prior to fourth season, must have completed GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale. A tracer form will be sent to all 72 applicable degree units prior institutions attended to verify seasons of competition. NOTE FOR TRANSFER STUDENTS: Total units earned will It is the student-athlete’s responsibility to be honest and be counted in the initial eligibility check. After completion accurately provide notification of previous post-secondary of a student-athlete’s first semester at Menlo College only institution(s) attended. Failure to do so can result in units earned at Menlo, as well as those that have been immediate dismissal from intercollegiate athletic partici- transferred, will apply toward this rule. pation at Menlo College. MISSED CLASS POLICY FOUR-YEAR TRANSFER ELIGIBILITY When representing Menlo College in intercollegiate To be eligible as a transfer from a four-year institution, competition (or other officially sanctioned Menlo College the student-athlete must have either a written release activities), students shall be excused from classes on the from the Athletic Director at the former school, or not hours or days such competition takes them away from have participated in intercollegiate competition for one classes and shall not be penalized during the grading full academic year. If the aforementioned criteria are process for such missed classes. NOTE: At least one week not met, the student-athlete transferring from a four-year in advance, such students are responsible for advising institution must complete a 16-week residency period their professors regarding anticipated absences and for before competition. arranging to complete all coursework for classes, includ- In addition, a student-athlete transferring from a four- ing laboratories, homework, projects, or examinations year institution must meet the following requirements: missed in a timely fashion as approved by the professor. If one year of eligibility was used, the individual must
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Located in the heart of Silicon Valley—the worldwide Each course also has dedicated space in Menlo’s epicenter for technical innovation—Menlo College is Online Learning Environment (MOLE), which provides proud of our leading-edge infrastructure and innovative an online environment for instructors to post syllabi, technology for teaching, learning, and scholarship. lecture notes, assignments, and other course materials; Every Menlo College student is assigned an email conduct class discussions; and administer tests and quiz- account, Menlo user ID, and access to online grades, zes. MOLE is available to students and faculty anywhere, registration and course materials upon admission to the anytime from most web browsers. College. Your Menlo user ID and password are required to access most College technology resources. For your own ONLINE RESOURCES safety, do not share your login credentials with anyone. You can register for classes using MyMenlo; submit an assignment or post to a class discussion in MOLE; or SPECIALIZED COMPUTING LABS collaborate on a document using your Menlo G Suite for Whether you are taking a course in a Brawner Hall Education account. Want to brush up on your technical instructional lab, getting assistance in the Math Center, skills? Access Lynda.com for free with your Menlo email or printing your research paper in the Library Tech account. Office365 is also free for students. All are online Center, we have over 160 computers placed in 6 resources available to you, 24/7, from any location with computer labs and the library available for your use. Internet access—on campus or across the globe.
IPAD LEARNING LAB Visit http://my.menlo.edu from most web browsers, Our mobile learning lab brings iPads to any classroom and log in using your Menlo user ID and password, once for collaborative group work, multimedia projects, and assigned. interactive instruction. STUDENT COMPUTING WIRELESS NETWORK Access to high-speed Internet service is available in every All classrooms, the Bowman Library, Student Union, room in the Menlo College residence halls at no extra Dining Hall, and our five residence halls are equipped charge. Students using personal computers on campus with a secure, high-speed wireless network that utilizes are required to use anti-virus software with current virus the latest in networking protocols. definitions and to keep operating system security patches up-to-date. Printing is available to students in the Bow- TECHNOLOGY ENABLED CLASSROOMS man Library and other print stations around campus. Our classrooms are outfitted with audio-visual technology to enhance the learning experience. Thirteen newly- updated classrooms feature the latest instructional technology, including SMART™ interactive podiums, document cameras, and high definition projection.
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ACADEMIC ADVISING SERVICES Students and their advisor maintain a graduation plan Academic advising services are available to all Menlo and check-sheet for the purposes of monitoring academic College students to help them evaluate their educational progress. This check sheet reflects the transfer credit that goals and provide them with the tools necessary to students have been awarded, the courses they have com- achieve these goals. Academic Advising uses a collab- pleted at Menlo College, and the courses and units they orative, developmental and student-centered approach need to satisfy for graduation. empowering students to discover and achieve educational and personal goals. Through individual relationships, DISABILITY SERVICES activities, and conversations, advisors help students Disability Services is a component of Menlo College’s overcome barriers to academic success by equipping them Academic Success Center that provides advising, counsel- with timely information and tools. ing, information, referrals, and services for students with all types of disabilities. Special support services relevant New students (freshmen and transfers) meet with to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA 1990) and counselors in the Office of Admissions who explain the Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 are available various degree programs (majors and options) offered to students with long-term and short-term disabling at Menlo College. Students then receive help from an conditions and learning challenges. academic advisor at the Academic Advising Center to The ADA (1990) requires ‘reasonable accommoda- determine their academic preparation to take specific tions’ (to create a level playing field) without undue hard- classes and choose their first semester’s classes. ship. The College must try to make these for the student, may not lower curriculum standards, and requires docu- Academic advisors guide students in their choice of mentation. See the Menlo College website for Guidelines majors and options and act as mentors to help them for Documentation of a Disability. match their skills, abilities, values and interests with their Section 504 defines a disability as “any person who academic and career pursuits. New students (freshmen (i) has a physical or mental impairment which substan- and transfers) are assigned a specific academic advisor tially limits one or more major life activities, (ii) has a at the Academic Advising Center for their first year at record of such impairment or (iii) is regarded as having Menlo. The Academic Advising Center, located in the such an impairment.” NOTE: The ADA expanded Section Administration building, is open during normal business 504 to the private sector. hours with one or more academic advisors on hand to provide advising assistance even if a student’s assigned OFFICE OF INTERNSHIPS & CAREER SERVICES advisor is not available. After their freshman year when (OICS) students have chosen a major, they will also be paired The Menlo College Office of Internships & Career Services with a faculty mentor who is within their major. Transfer supports students during all stages of their professional students normally will be paired with a faculty academic and career development, from self-assessment and career mentor within their major sometime after their first exploration to developing resumes, cover letters, and semester at Menlo. interviewing skills, to providing assistance with intern-
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ship and job searches. OICS staff actively engage with for-profit, nonprofit, and government organizations to ensure that Menlo students and alumni have access to a robust population of potential employers for internships and jobs of all types.
OICS offers a one-unit career management course, profes- sional development workshops throughout the year, and a career fair in the spring semester featuring employers searching for part- and full-time employees and interns. All current Menlo students and alumni can access postings for jobs and internships through the Handshake system accessible through the website.
All students at Menlo have the opportunity to complete a six-unit academic internship during the summer following their junior year or during senior year. Completion of an internship is required for business students and strongly encouraged for psychology students. OICS works closely with all students seeking internships to ensure a high level of preparation for the internship search, success in securing an internship position, and a high quality internship experience.
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BOWMAN LIBRARY year at the College. The Tutorial, part of Menlo’s General Bowman Library provides a wide range of information Education Curriculum, covers topics such as selecting services, resources, and technologies that support the appropriate information resources, searching library educational and research needs of the Menlo College databases and the Internet, and evaluating and citing community. The librarians and faculty have adopted a information resources. collaborative, integrated approach that helps students Resources and Study Facilities develop the information competencies and research skills Bowman Library has 60 desktop computers, 20 Chrome- critical for academic and future career success. books, as well as printers and photocopiers for student Library Hours use. Library computers provide access to web based Bowman Library is open seven days a week, with late resources including the Library catalog, subscription evening hours Sunday through Thursday nights and databases, ebooks, etc.; Microsoft Office products, Adobe during final exams. Current information about the Acrobat Suite, and a range of instructional software are library schedule can be found on the Library’s website. available from desktop computers. Study facilities include a variety of seating areas, carrels, a Library Classroom, Collections and study rooms; all rooms may be reserved through an The Library’s print and online collections support all areas online booking system. of the College curriculum, with special emphasis on busi- ness, psychology, and the social sciences. The Library has Using Library Materials and Requesting Materials approximately 60,000 books as well as online databases from Other Libraries that provide access to 46,000 academic journals and Students with valid Menlo College ID can check out magazines. books, laptops, headphones, calculators, as well as other equipment. The Library has a large collection of professor Research Services selected materials placed on 2-hour reserve for individual Whether from a dorm room, an off-campus apartment, a courses. A Menlo ID and login provide off-campus access coffee shop, or any location in the Library, students can to the Library’s online collection, including access to full- contact librarians to ask questions by phone, through text articles, ebooks, and databases. Through the Library LibChat, or by email. Menlo College librarians offer website, patrons may also determine availability of Li- personalized research services at the Library Desk, by ap- brary materials and place items on hold for later pickup. pointment, and through library instruction sessions. The When not immediately available from the Bowman librarians teach more than 100 instruction sessions per Library collection, patrons may request materials from year, each tailored to the needs of students in a particular a network of libraries nearby and across the country course. The Library also publishes a series of general and through a link in the Library catalog. Journal articles are course specific research guides that present strategies for delivered to students, faculty, and staff via email within effective research. 24 to 72 hours. All Menlo students are required to complete an online Library Research Skills Tutorial during their first
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GULLARD FAMILY ACADEMIC SUCCESS CENTER The Academic Success Center (ASC) is a College-wide resource located in the Administration building. Its goal is to provide assistance to all students to succeed academically. The Center offers a wide range of services for students who want to improve their learning strate- gies, including advising, outreach, professional referrals, advocacy and tutoring. The ASC includes a Writing and Oral Communication Center for consultation and assis- tance on written assignments and presentations and a Math Center for individualized instruction and tutoring in quantitative skills. Peer tutors are available to help in a variety of subjects, and the ASC sponsors weekly, Tuesday evening “Study Slam” group tutoring sessions. Addition- ally, the ASC offers a lab containing computers with assis- tive technology. Through individual advising and counseling on learning, the ASC helps students develop strategies and build skills that will be the founda- tion for continuous improvement and lifelong learning.
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For specific degree requirements and course descriptions, plete Menlo College English and/or math courses. All please refer to the section on “Curriculum.” incoming freshmen may be required to take placement tests for English and math. Transfer students may be COLLEGE-WIDE BACHELOR’S DEGREE required to take the placement tests depending on REQUIREMENTS courses transferred. To receive a bachelor’s degree from Menlo College, a The English Placement Test determines which student must earn a minimum of 124 semester units, English class students will be enrolled in during their first including a minimum of 42 upper division semester units. semester at Menlo College. The student must earn a cumulative grade point average The Math Placement Test determines which math of 2.0 (“C”) in each of the following areas: all college work class students will be enrolled in during their first semes- (the overall average), all units in the degree program core ter at Menlo College. requirements, and all units in the major. Grades of “C-” or Information about Foreign Language Placement better may be required in individual or groups of courses. Tests or other curricular tests may be obtained from the Office of Academic Affairs in Brawner Hall. RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS AND THE TRANSFER BACK POLICY DOUBLE MAJORS In order to receive a degree, students must complete a Students must complete all core, major, and concentration minimum of 30 units in their major at Menlo College requirements for a second major. Other than General and must be enrolled in the College during the last two Education requirements, major and option courses that semesters prior to graduation. Of these 30 units, a mini- have been counted toward the first major are not counted mum of 24 units must be upper division. During the final toward the second. Business students pursuing double academic year, a student must be enrolled in the Fall or majors will not complete 2 internships. Double majors Spring term, if a student is planning to participate in the will complete one internship and 3 units of upper-divi- May Commencement. sion business coursework in place of a second internship. Students may participate in Commencement with 6 Students are encouraged to meet with their academic units remaining (to be completed by August 31st), to be advisor to ensure that the course they select will fulfill taken at Menlo College or at another institution, provided this requirement. those units have been approved through the Registrar’s office. If these 6 units are not completed or transcripts not COLLEGE MAJOR received by the Office of the Registrar by August 31st of Students who wish to earn a degree other than those the following academic year, the student must re-enroll in stated in the Menlo College Catalog may plan, in conjunc- order to complete the units needed for graduation. tion with relevant faculty, a course of study leading to the PLACEMENT TESTS desired degree known as the “College Major.” Generally, Placement tests are administered to ensure that students these degrees are interdisciplinary in nature, and draw on are proficient in the required skills to successfully com- the existing expertise of Menlo College faculty. Degrees must include a well defined set of courses. The proposed
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course of study must be approved by the Academic Dean student’s responsibility to select courses that transfer to or Provost. Menlo College (see Concurrent Enrollment section for Students who wish to earn a Bachelor of Arts or more information). Bachelor of Science in the college major must: Have successfully completed Menlo College General TRANSFER CREDIT GUIDELINES Education requirements, or have qualified for the Credit is granted for equivalent courses in which a grade full faith and credit waiver of “C-” or better (or the grade equivalent of “C-” or better) Have earned a minimum cumulative grade point is earned. average of 3.25 Credits, not grades, transfer to Menlo College. See Have a formal proposal approved by the Academic section on “Grades” for further information. Dean or Provost prior to completing 60 units. Contact Students with an approved associate’s or bachelor’s the Office of the Registrar for proposal form. degree from a regionally accredited college or university, Earn a minimum of 44 units in the designed major, or complete Intersegmental General Education Transfer 30 units of which must be upper division Curriculum (IGETC) Certification may satisfy specific Earn a total of 124 units for degree completion, General Education requirements. Students who transfer 42 units of which must be upper division through the ADT Commitment will have all lower- division general education requirements fulfilled TRANSFER CREDIT POLICIES AND PROCEDURES (business students only). Transferring to Menlo College is a convenient process and Exceptions: the College considers itself “transfer friendly.” Students receive the maximum number of transfer units possible. There are a number of exceptions to the Transfer Credit Most credit from regionally accredited two-year and Guidelines above, ADT Commitment not included four-year colleges and universities is accepted, provided (contact Admissions for more information) as Menlo they are college-level and degree-applicable courses. College does require all students to complete certain Menlo College students who were previously or are foundation and institutional requirements as outlined concurrently enrolled at other regionally accredited on our Transfer Credit Agreements and Transfer Credit post-secondary colleges and universities must provide Evaluations. official transcripts from all schools attended. These Specific courses (e.g., MTH 102) may be required as official tran-scripts must be sent directly to Menlo College a prerequisite for upper division courses. for evaluation by the Office of Admissions (if applying for Upper division credit is granted for upper division the first time for admission), or to the Office of the Regis- equivalent courses only. Courses completed at community trar (for concurrently enrolled students). All transcripts colleges do not qualify for upper division credit. must be official, normally delivered in envelopes sealed by A maximum of 94 total semester units may be the issuing institutions. transferred with the following limitations:
Once all official transcripts have been received by Maximum of 70 lower division semester units
Menlo College, new students will be sent a “Transfer Maximum of 24 upper division semester units Credit Evaluation” (TCE) that indicates which of their A maximum of 30 semester units (which is part of the courses have transferred to Menlo and which Menlo 94 total semester units) may be granted for non-traditional requirements have been satisfied by these courses. TCEs credit (see “Non-Traditional Credit”). All non-traditional are official only after they have been approved by the credit is considered lower-division. Office of the Registrar. Failure to disclose enrollment The maximum number of transfer units from any one and/or provide official transcripts from any and all other source or combined sources may be limited. For example, post secondary institutions that the student is or was a maximum of 2 semester units may be transferred for enrolled in may result in an administrative withdrawal Physical Education credit. from Menlo College. A course may be taken only once for credit, unless Matriculated students should submit a Transfer specifically stated as allowable. Course Approval Form to the Office of the Registrar prior Each quarter unit is equivalent to 2/3 of a semester to taking a course at any two-year or four-year college or unit. university to ensure course transferability. It is recom- Remedial, technical, trade, non-academic vocational, mended that students do not enroll in classes at another and extension courses are not transferable. Courses taken school until the Office of the Registrar approves the at non-accredited institutions are not transferable. Transfer Course Approval Form. Ultimately, it is the
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NON-TRADITIONAL CREDIT THAT MAY BE for students who wish to transfer to Menlo. Students GRANTED do not need to complete all courses on the Agreement A maximum of 30 semester units may be granted from before transferring to Menlo. Articulation Agreements one or more of the following sources: are intended as guidelines for course selection. Transfer Advanced Placement Examination (AP) An entering students with an earned associate’s degree (excluding as- freshman may receive Menlo College credit for a particu- sociates in applied science) or those who have completed lar course or courses on the basis of qualifying scores on a minimum of 60 transferable semester units will have the Advanced Placement Examination(s) of the College guaranteed admissions if admitted under a transfer credit 1 Entrance Examination Board. A minimum score of 3 agreement. It is the student’s responsibility to select must be earned to be considered for Advanced Placement courses that transfer and meet Menlo College graduation credit. Official exam scores must be sent directly to Menlo requirements. College from the Educational Testing Services (ETS) or Formal articulation agreements have been developed, and College Board. a list of current articulation agreements can be found at Menlo College also participates in the A-level and www.menlo.edu. International Baccalaureate (IB) Programs. The decision to grant credit is based on the IB Examination Equivalen- RESERVE OFFICERS’ TRAINING CORPS (ROTC) cies chart. (Please see the section on “Admission to Menlo Menlo College has an agreement that allows Menlo stu- College” for further information.) dents to concurrently enroll in ROTC Programs. ROTC courses transfer for general elective credit only. Any ques- College Level Examination Program (CLEP) These tions regarding transfer credit should be addressed to the General and Subject exams are developed by the College Office of the Registrar at Menlo College. Board and the Educational Testing Service (ETS) in conjunction with college faculty from across the United ENROLLMENT STATUS & ACADEMIC LOADS States. Credit is granted if students pass the exams with Please note the following policies and procedures regard- the scores recommended by ETS. Credit for the CLEP ing enrollment status and academic loads: General Exams is granted for total scores at the 50th percentile only; partial credit is not given for sub-scores Students are considered enrolled after their registration within the exams. Official CLEP exam scores must be sent is officiated through MyMenlo (the Menlo on-line regis- directly to Menlo College from the Educational Testing tration system) or their registration forms have been Service (ETS) or College Board. processed. In addition, the Student Accounts Office must have certified that the student has paid or guaranteed Military Education, Experience, and Exams Credit payment of tuition, fees, and any other unpaid account may be granted for military education and/or experience balances. based on recommendations from “A Guide to the Evalua- tion on Educational Experiences in the Armed Services– The normal academic course load is 15-16 units. Taking American Council on Education, Washington, DC.” Credit fewer units may delay graduation beyond the normal four may also be granted for “C-” level equivalent or higher years of study. on the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education For certification purposes, full-time status is defined as Support (DANTES) or DANTES Subject Standardized enrollment in a minimum of 12 units or the equivalent. Tests (DSST) subject examinations. Part-time status is defined as enrollment in 1 to 11 units, Workplace Education Credit may be granted for or the equivalent. If a full-time student withdraws from education based on recommendations from the American a course and will earn less than 12 units at the end of a Council on Education (ACE) or the Program on Non- semester, he/she will not be considered a full-time Sponsored Collegiate Instruction (PONSI). student. (See the “Withdrawal” portion of the “Grades” section for more information.) Articulation Agreements with Two-Year Colleges Full-time: 12 or more units Menlo College has developed articulation agreements Three quarter-time: 9-11 units and transfer credit agreements with community colleges. Half-time: 6-8 units These agreements facilitate the course selection process Less than half time: 1-5 units
1 Associate’s degree must be completed by the end of the spring term prior to fall admissions. An earned associate’s degree may not be transferred to Menlo College more than one year after a student enters the College.
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Full-time students enrolled in more than 19 units to take courses for credit at other institutions while they (or equivalent) will incur an additional tuition charge. are pursuing their program at Menlo College. Regulations regarding concurrent enrollment have been developed A student’s academic program and registration are by the Department of Homeland Security. Menlo College determined jointly between the student and his/her has established policies in support of these. In order to advisor. receive credit for classes taken at another school, F-1 visa The following students must obtain additional students must submit a Transfer Course Approval Form approval(s) before the Office of the Registrar will allow to the Office of the Registrar. Also, they must receive writ- them to take fewer than 12 units (unless they are in their ten approval from International Student Services in the final term): Office of Admissions before they may begin taking classes International students F-1 visa status students must at another institution. receive permission from a Designated School Official in the Office of Admissions to take fewer than 12 units GRADES in spring or fall semesters. F-1 students are not re- Academic achievement is reported by the instructor to the quired to attend during summer sessions. Currently, Office of the Registrar by means of letter grades. Students immigration regulations prohibit those who enter may view their grade report in their MyMenlo account— the country in F-2 or B-2 visa status to take academic grade reports are not mailed. See the Office of the Registrar classes without changing visa status prior to atten- for details and instructions on using MyMenlo. dance. All grades are considered final except “I” and “NG /NR.” Student athletes To take fewer than 12 units, student Grade changes are made by the instructor in cases of athletes must receive approval from the Athletic computational or clerical error only. Grades are not Director before the Office of the Registrar will changed as a result of reappraisal (See section on approve their part-time status. “Academic Petitions” for additional information.) Financial Aid recipients These students must receive approval from a Financial Aid Counselor before the Grade Point Averages (GPA) Office of the Registrar will approve their part-time The grade point average is calculated by dividing the total status. quality points earned by the total number of GPA hours/ units. Grade points for a course are determined by multi- CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT plying the points received for the grade by the amount of Please note the following policies and procedures regard- course units. ing concurrent enrollment: A maximum of two units of graded Physical Educa- Students currently enrolled at Menlo College should tion (PED) courses are included in the calculation of the have approval of the Registrar to concurrently enroll at grade point average. another college. Students must submit a Transfer Course The Menlo College grade point average includes only Approval Form to the Office of the Registrar prior to courses attempted at Menlo. Courses completed and taking a course at any two-year or four-year college or grades earned at other institutions are not included university to ensure course transferability. Only courses in the calculation of the grade point average. approved in advance by the Registrar (by way of a Trans- Here is how GPA is calculated: fer Course Approval Form or Articulation Agreement) will 1. Multiply the number of GPA units/hours by the be transferred, subject to a transfer maximum of 70 lower number of grade points per unit for the grade earned (see division units and 24 upper division units, are degree “Grade Points”). This will give you the total grade points applicable, and the minimum required grade is obtained. for each course. For example: The grade of “B” in a 3-unit Official transcripts of courses taken outside of Menlo course translates to a total of nine quality points for the College must be provided to the Office of the Registrar course (3 GPA hours x 3 grade points for the “B” = 9). within 30 days of course completion. 2. Add up the grade points earned in all courses to deter- mine total quality points. Failure to follow these procedures may result in the 3. To figure GPA, divide the total quality points by the encumbrance of records, delayed registration, and in total number of GPA hours. For example: If you com- extreme cases, administrative withdrawal from Menlo pleted 15 degree applicable GPA hours with a total of 47 College. quality points, your GPA will be 3.1333 (47 quality points International students in F-1 status may be permitted divided by 15 units = 3.1333).
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Grade Points A+ and A Excellent 4.0 A- Excellent 3.7 B+ Above Satisfactory 3.3 B Above Satisfactory 3.0 B- Above Satisfactory 2.7 C+ Satisfactory 2.3 C Satisfactory 2.0 C- Satisfactory 1.7 D+ Below Satisfactory 1.3 D Below Satisfactory 1.0 D- Below Satisfactory 0.7 F Failure No grade points I Incomplete4 No grade points & not calculated in GPA K Non-passing: Proficiency not met1 No grade points & not calculated in GPA CR Credit2 Not calculated in GPA; credit only NC No credit3 No credit; not calculated in GPA NG/NR Not Reported4 No Grade/Not Reported; no grade points & not calculated in GPA W Withdrawal No grade points & not calculated in GPA AU Audit No grade points & not calculated in GPA
Incomplete Grade (I) the time limit results in a failing grade (F) if a default An “incomplete” is given in cases where coursework was grade is not provided by the instructor. Students who not completed prior to the end of the course due to elect to retake the same course in a subsequent semester circumstances beyond the student’s control. Additionally, will receive a failing grade (F) in the original class and the student must be making satisfactory course progress must pay all applicable tuition and fees. Units for courses and have completed a majority of the required work. The graded “incomplete” do not count toward calculating course instructor and the Office of the Registrar must ap- full-time enrollment load for international students in F-1 prove the granting of the “incomplete.” An “incomplete” visa status. will not be assigned if the student has not completed at Not Reported Grade (NG/NR) least 51% of coursework and is not making satisfactory The NG/NR grade is a temporary grade. In most cases, it progress in the course. is assigned for a short period of time because an instruc- Upon approval of a grade of “incomplete,” it is the tor is unable to complete grading because of circumstanc- student’s responsibility to make arrangements with the es beyond his or her control. course instructor to complete the course requirements (refer to Incomplete Grade Report if available). The date Withdrawal (W) set by the instructor is considered the deadline for A “W” grade is non-punitive (is not calculated in the GPA) completing the course. The maximum time for course and is assigned upon withdrawal from a course prior to completion is one year from the time that the “incomplete” the end of the tenth class week (unless otherwise noted in was given. Failure to complete the requirements within the annual Academic Calendar).
1 Assigned when a student has not reached the proficiency level required to pass the course, but has made a considerable effort in it. At the discretion of the instructor, a student may receive a “K” grade in ENG 081, ENG 082, ENG 085, ENG 092, ENG 099, ENG 100, ENG 101, MTH 090, MTH 100 and/or MTH 101 for certification purposes. The units are counted for enrollment purposes during the semester in which they are taken but the units are not counted toward graduation nor are they counted in the student’s Grade Point Average (GPA). Courses in which a student receives a “K” grade must be repeated until the student achieves the required proficiency level. 2 Assigned for courses designated for credit/no credit grades, such as internships. Contact the Office of the Registrar for specific information. 3 Assigned for courses designated for credit/no credit grades, and for repeated course(s) for which original grade was “C-” or better (see Repeated Courses and Grade Replacements). Contact the Registrar for specific information. 4 NG/NR/I grade is a temporary grade assigned when grade reporting is delayed.
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(Students enrolled in courses that do not run the full ments will apply to all courses except PE, Special Topics duration of a term should refer to the course description and Individual Directed Research courses where the concerning course withdrawal.) topics are different. To receive a grade of “W,” a Course Withdrawal Request Form on MyMenlo must be submitted to the CHANGE OF DEGREE, MAJOR, AND/OR Office of the Registrar by the end of the tenth week of CONCENTRATIONS instruction or as stated in the Academic Calendar. Students who wish to change their degree objective or Students who re-register for classes from which they major must first meet with their academic advisor. All have previously withdrawn must pay all applicable tuition changes must be requested on MyMenlo. and fees. Additionally, units for courses graded as “W” do not count toward calculating full-time unit load. ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY Menlo College expects that students will do their own MID-SEMESTER GRADES work and that their quizzes, tests, examinations, labora- Faculty members submit both third week reports and mid- tory work, research papers, essays, projects, internships, semester grade reports in most graded classes. Students and all other assignments honestly reflect their own who receive an “unsatisfactory” report at the end of the learning and knowledge in the course. Examples of third week, or a grade of “D+” or lower at mid-semester violations of this policy include: copying from another should discuss their academic status with the course student during an examination; having another person instructor to determine how to improve. Unsatisfactory write a paper on the student’s behalf; any form of and low grades are reported to the student’s academic plagiarism or cheating. Students who are uncertain about advisor as well. whether an assignment is individual or team based, the level of citation required, or any similar issue should ask DEFICIENCY REPORT their professor directly. During the midterm and final grade reporting period, Students found in violation of the Academic Integrity faculty are required to complete a Deficiency Report for Policy are given a failing grade on the assignment. In any any student receiving “D+”, “D”, “D-” and “F” grades. one course, repeat offenders will be given a failing grade The Deficiency Reports serves as a notice that a student for that course. In addition, students found in violation of is enrolled in a course and is not making satisfactory the Academic Integrity Policy during a final examination, progress. Deficiency Reports must be entered on final project, or related final evaluation or assignment, MyMenlo under Faculty Forms and must provide the will be given a failing grade for the course. Any student student’s grade. Additionally, detailed information about who fails a course as a result of violating the Academic the causes of the student’s unsatisfactory performance Integrity Policy will not be allowed to withdraw from that such as attendance, preparation, and participation should course. All violations of Academic Integrity Policy will be be provided. Completed Deficiency Reports will be sent recorded through the Office of Academic Affairs. Repeat automatically to the Office of the Registrar and copied to offenders across courses will be subject to disciplinary the student, faculty, advisors, and athletics (if applicable). action as determined by the Academic Dean. Penalties can include suspension, and if the situation warrants, REPEATED COURSES AND GRADE expulsion. A student who is accused of academic dishon- REPLACEMENTS esty may appeal the accusation if they feel it is incorrect. A student may repeat a course taken at Menlo College in The appeal must be submitted in writing to the Office of which a grade of “D+” or lower was originally received. Academic Affairs within 5 business days from receiving Earning a higher letter grade in the repeated course, notice. The appeal will be reviewed and a decision which must be taken at Menlo College, will result in the rendered by the Academic Appeals Committee. Any original grade of “D+” or lower no longer being calcu- further final appeals will go to the Provost. lated in the cumulative grade point average; however, it does remain on the transcript. Earned units are counted ACADEMIC RECOGNITION only once; repeating a course does not result in earning Dean’s List additional units. Repeating a course in which the original Students who earn a minimum of 12 semester units and grade was “C-” or better results in a “NC” (No Credit) a minimum semester grade point average of 3.5 are grade for the repeated course. Students who elect to placed on the Dean’s List. Students with grades of “I” repeat a course in a subsequent semester must pay all or “NG/NR” within that semester are not eligible for applicable tuition and fees. Automatic grade replace- inclusion on the Dean’s List if the courses is a graded
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class. Additionally, non-academic, basic skills, and credit/ in which the chapter is located, provided their overall no credit courses such as internships, physical education/ record, in the judgment of the collegiate chapter, is of varsity sports, MTH 090 and STS 090 are excluded from Beta Gamma Sigma caliber. Dean’s List eligibility. ACADEMIC PROGRESS HONOR SOCIETIES Satisfactory Academic Progress (good standing) is accom- Alpha Chi, California Delta Chapter plished by earning a 2.00 minimum cumulative grade Eligibility in the Delta Chapter of Alpha Chi at Menlo point average and earning a minimum of 40 percent of College is limited to those students who meet the attempted units each semester. Students admitted under following criteria: special provisions may be responsible for fulfilling Candidate for a baccalaureate degree additional progress standards to maintain satisfactory A 3.8 overall grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 academic progress. If you receive Financial Aid, contact system (the entire record of the student, including the Office of Financial Aid for additional progress stan- courses failed, is considered; if the GPA earned at dards that are specifically related to Financial Aid regula- an institution previously attended is higher than the tions. Unsatisfactory academic progress categories are as GPA earned at Menlo, only the grades from Menlo follows: are considered) Academic Warning: Earning a semester grade point Completion of 75 units, 24 of which must be earned average below 2.0 or having a semester course comple- at Menlo College tion rate of below 40 percent. Students in this category Enrollment as a regular student at Menlo College run the risk of academic probation and will likely take for at least one academic year prior to election into more than four years to graduate. Alpha Chi Academic Probation: Earning a cumulative grade Represent impeccable standards of morality and point average below 2.0 or a cumulative course citizenship completion rate of below 40 percent. Students in this The number of students elected into Alpha Chi, including category run the risk of academic disqualification at those previously inducted, may not exceed the top 10 the end of two consecutive semesters. percent of both the junior and senior classes. Academic Disqualification (Academic Dismissal): Failing to earn a cumulative grade point average above Beta Gamma Sigma 1.0; or having either a semester course completion rate If a student is enrolled in a program accepted by AACSB or a cumulative course completion rate below 40 International, as a basis for accreditation, then he or percent for two consecutive semesters or the preceding she is eligible for consideration for membership in Beta academic year (whichever is first); or failing to be Gamma Sigma. Candidates must meet these criteria: removed from academic probation by the close of two Candidates for baccalaureate degrees whose academic consecutive semesters. Students who are unable to rank is in the upper 10 percent of their class may be pass MTH 090 with a grade of “C-” or higher in two inducted subject to the following paragraphs of this attempts (consecutive semesters) are also subject to section. academic disqualification. Students who have completed at least the last term of their 2nd year and are ranked among the upper 10 Students eligible for Academic Disqualification are percent of their class may be inducted in the last term reviewed by the Academic Appeals Committee for final or semester (or its equivalent in coursework) of that status. Academic disqualification means that a student no year. longer has a relationship with Menlo College. Students Students in their final year who were not previously who are academically disqualified are not permitted to re- inducted may be inducted at any time during their enroll for the next semester and are denied all privileges final year (or its equivalent in coursework) if their of student status. Academically disqualified students may academic rank is in the upper 10 percent of their petition the Academic Dean or Provost for reinstatement. class. Students who were disqualified for a second time are not Transfer students who meet the qualifications for allowed to petition for reinstatement. (See the sections membership may be inducted after they have com- on “Academic Petitions” and “Readmission Application pleted a minimum of one full year of full-time work Procedures” for additional information.) (or its equivalent in coursework) in the business unit
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ATTENDANCE AND PARTICIPATION the student may appeal the grade in dispute to the (Refer to the current Academic Calendar for additional Academic Appeals Committee. information.) 2. This appeal must be made no later than thirty days into The College expects students to recognize the importance the semester following the semester in which the disputed of class attendance and course participation. Regular grade was issued. attendance and participation including examination 3. The student must provide the Academic Appeals periods are expected. Students are responsible for Committee any class materials, such as graded work and planning personal activities such as medical and dental the class syllabus, pertaining to the grade in question. appointments, travel, jobs, and other commitments so 4. If there is clear evidence of 1) a computational or that they do not conflict with regular class attendance. clerical error or 2) arbitrary grading or failure to follow Absences that result from documented illness or emer- professional standards on the part of the instructor, then gency or required participation in official college business the Committee has the following possible options for its may be excused, but that does not remove the student’s decision: responsibility to complete all course, laboratory, research a) Contact the instructor to make a corrective change or internship requirements. Students who are not in to the letter grade because of a computational or regular attendance or who do not fully participate are clerical error subject to having their course grade lowered and are at a b) Change the grade to Credit or No Credit much greater risk of academic failure. (See the section on c) Issue a retroactive Withdrawal (“W”) for the course. “Intercollegiate Athletics” for additional information.) The decision of the Committee is final except in those Students enrolled who are absent from the first two rare cases when new information is available and will class meetings are subject to administrative withdrawal be reviewed by the Academic Dean/or Provost. from the class upon recommendation of the instructor. Absence from the final examination will likely result in LEAVE OF ABSENCE a failing grade for the course. Internship, individual Students in good academic standing who have circum- directed research, and practicum students who do not stances that require them to be absent from Menlo regularly attend work, scheduled meetings, or fulfill College for up to one academic year or two (2) consecu- other course or internship requirements will be subject tive semesters may file for a Leave of Absence with the to administrative withdrawal. Office of the Registrar. Please note the following:
ACADEMIC PETITIONS A student in good academic standing as evidenced by A student who has evidence of special circumstances that a 2.00 cumulative grade point average may petition for a may render a college policy or procedure inappropriate Leave of Absence for a maximum of one academic year may petition for special review of his or her case. The or two (2) consecutive semesters. student is required to submit the appropriate form and A Leave of Absence may be requested during or at the attach all materials that support the petition. Petitions close of a semester. should be forwarded to the Office of the Registrar. The The student’s academic standing at the close of the Office of the Registrar forwards the petitions to the Aca- previous semester will be used in the decision for leave demic Appeals Committee. The decision of the Academic requests made during a semester. Appeals Committee is final, except in those rare instances when new information is available and will be reviewed Students who enroll at another college during the Leave by the Academic Dean or Provost. Special conditions may of Absence are required to reapply for admissions status be placed on petitions for reinstatement by the Academic through the Application for Re-Admission from Leave. Dean or Provost, or Academic Appeals Committee. Menlo College is not obligated to offer the same courses and curriculum that were required when the student was GRADE PETITIONS originally admitted to the College. A student who believes that he or she has been incorrectly or unfairly graded should first contact the instructor for ADMINISTRATIVE & INVOLUNTARY WITHDRAWAL an explanation of the grade. A student may be administratively withdrawn during or at 1. If the student has been unable to resolve the matter the end of the semester for financial indebtedness to the with the instructor or has been unable to contact the College according to established policies. A student may instructor to receive a response after a good faith effort, be involuntarily withdrawn (suspended or expelled)
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during or at the end of the semester for health and safety meet all prerequisites and faculty approval is required to and/or disciplinary reasons according to the established add a course when missing a prerequisite), faculty can procedures. (See the section on “Student Conduct” or authorize the add on MyMenlo. The students is respon- contact the Office of Student Affairs for further informa- sible for adding the class on MyMenlo after the authoriza- tion.) tion is entered. The Office of the Registrar will also accept add slips with instructor’s signature by the last VOLUNTARY WITHDRAWAL day to add. Add/Drop Slips are available in the Office of A student who voluntarily withdraws from Menlo College the Registrar, Academic Advising Center and Academic during or at the end of the semester must advise the Affairs Office. Late start courses may be added on My- Office of the Registrar in writing by completing the official Menlo until the day before the course begins. For addi- Withdrawal Form. The date the written notice is received tional information on add/drop deadlines for courses that is the date that will be annotated in the student’s academic do not run for the entire duration of the term, see course record and the date used to calculate tuition and resident description on MyMenlo. NOTE: Only the student may refunds, if any. (See the section on “Tuition Refund add a course. Neither an instructor (exception three- Policy” for further information.) week report) nor an academic advisor can add a student to a course. RECORDS & REGISTRATION To drop a class, students must drop on MyMenlo by Continuing Students selecting Add/Drop Courses and they will drop directly from their course schedule. Drops must be completed Registration for continuing students takes place after the by the end of the fourth week of instruction or as noted schedule of classes for the next semester is published, on the Academic Calendar. A dropped course does not about mid-semester. Registration dates are published in appear on a student’s transcript. Students will be unable the Academic Calendar. Student expected class level to drop courses on MyMenlo after the last day to drop (which is determined by the number of credits earned) without a “W” deadline. NOTE: Only a student may drop determines registration priority (see “Class Level” for a course. Neither an instructor nor an academic advisor unit levels). Students are encouraged to register early in can drop a student from a course (exception three-week the regular registration period to maximize the chance of report). obtaining the courses desired. Continuing students who After the fourth week of instruction, students may register during the late registration period are assessed a drop classes, but doing so is considered a withdrawal. $75 late fee. Students must completely fill out a Course Withdrawal Registration Policies Request Form on MyMenlo. The form will only be open All students are required to register for classes using until the last day to withdraw. The last day to withdraw MyMenlo. Students who have not provided all official from a class is the tenth Friday of the semester (unless transcripts may need to register in person at the Office otherwise noted in the Academic Calendar). A class that of the Registrar using the Add/Drop slip. Before register- has been withdrawn from is notated by a “W” grade on ing, freshman and sophomore students must see their the student’s transcript. A “W” grade is non-punitive (is academic advisor to create a schedule and obtain not calculated in the GPA). Additionally, units for courses registration clearance. Registration is complete only graded as “W” do not count toward calculating full-time when all fees and charges are paid and the student has enrollment status. NOTE: Only a student may voluntarily no encumbrances on the student account. Students are withdraw from a course. Generally, neither an instructor required to have clearance from Student Accounts prior nor an advisor can withdraw a student from a course. to registering on MyMenlo or making registration However, a faculty member in consultation with the changes. A student’s registration may be cancelled if Dean of Academic Affairs may administratively withdraw tuition and fees are not received by the due date; students a student from a specific class during the semester for will be required to re-register. the following reasons: (1) lack of prerequisite courses, Adding and Dropping Classes (2) excessive and/or unexcused absences in violation of Students can add a class no later than the first week of the attendance policy as stated in the course syllabus, or instruction or as noted on the Academic Calendar. (3) disciplinary problems. Students add courses on MyMenlo. If the course is full or a pre-requisite has not been met (students are expected to
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CLASS LEVEL following parties or under the following conditions: Determined by the total number of semester units School officials with legitimate educational interest transferred to and earned at Menlo College. Other schools to which a student is transferring
Specified officials for audit or evaluation purposes Class Level Earned Unit Range Appropriate parties in connection with financial aid Freshmen 0.0 - 25.9 units to a student Sophomore 26.0 - 55.9 units Organizations conducting certain studies for or on Junior 56.0 - 89.9 units behalf of the school Senior 90.0+ units Accrediting organizations Student Records To comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued Menlo College policies governing the safekeeping and subpoena confidentiality of all student records are consistent with Appropriate officials in cases of health and safety the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (as emergencies amended in 1974), commonly known as the Buckley State and local authorities, within a juvenile justice Amendment or the FERPA law. A student’s permanent system, pursuant to specific state law record consists of a Menlo College academic transcript. Directory Information Student files also include pertinent academic and per- Consistent with FERPA, Menlo College may designate sonal information. Without the written permission of the certain information as public or directory. See FERPA/ student, these records are not disclosed to anyone except Student Information Authorization form in the Office of the student him/herself; to employees of the College who the Registrar. This includes information posted on our by virtue of their position have a legitimate educational website. If a student does not want directory information interest in the record; or in a case of an emergency, when released, he or she must complete a Withhold Directory the release of information is judged necessary to protect Information Form. Although the form should be submit- the health and safety of the student or other parties. ted annually, students are encouraged to submit a new Written consent is not required to release information to form each semester. Academic status, and judicial infor- government officials who are granted access designated mation regarding a student will not be released without by FERPA. the student’s consent or without prior notification to the If a student wishes for Menlo College to release in- student. formation from her/his student record, a FERPA Release Additional information regarding the rights afforded Form must be completed and submitted to the Office of by FERPA is available in the Office of the Registrar. the Registrar. The student may revoke or change their FERPA Release Form at any time by going to the Office Restricted Documents of the Registrar and completing a new form. Certain documents that are used by Menlo College are Below are additional rights FERPA affords students not placed in the student’s file and are not available for with respect to their education records: use by the student. These include confidential financial Students have the right to inspect and review their reports submitted by parents, legal guardians, and/or education records, maintained by the school, within trusts. Additionally, personal recommendations are not 45 days of the day the College receives the written accessible to anyone, including the student, as these request for access. recommendations are kept in a confidential file by the Students have the right to request that a school individual writing the recommendation. correct records which they believe to be inaccurate Retention of Records or misleading. If the school decides not to amend Menlo College transcript records are retained perma- the record, the student then has the right to a formal nently. Others student records, including transcripts from hearing. After the hearing, if the school still decides other institutions, are retained for five years after the date not to amend the record, the student has the right to a student leaves Menlo College for any reason. place a statement with the record, setting forth his or her view about the contested information. Enrollment Certification General Certification Requests for enrollment certifica- Generally, schools must have written permission tion are processed by the National Student Clearinghouse from the student in order to release any information from (NSC), see http://www.menlo.edu/academics/registrar/ a student’s education record. However, FERPA allows or Office of the Registrar upon the student’s written schools to disclose those records, without consent, to the
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request. Certifications that bear the College Seal are Transcript Fees mailed by the Office of the Registrar to the receiving Official transcripts are $6 ($3 for each additional transcript party. The NSC provides instant enrollment certificates going to the same destination $6 for each transcript going with a fee. Degree verifications can also be requested to a different destination). Unofficial transcript—Enrolled through the National Student Clearinghouse. Menlo students can view and print unofficial transcripts Veterans Benefits Certification Eligible veterans and free of charge on MyMenlo. dependent certifications are completed each term unless Rush 24-hr. processing $20 surcharge requested otherwise by the eligible student and can be processed 60 days prior to the start of the semester FedEx/Expedited Delivery Services providing the student is registered. Recipients of veter- Domestic Next Business Day $25 surcharge ans’ benefits must make satisfactory academic progress Overnight Sat. Delivery $30 surcharge towards graduation and courses that are degree-applica- International (2-5 business days) $50 surcharge ble will be certified. For full-time enrollment, all courses must run the full duration of the term for VA purposes.
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BACCALAUREATE PROGRAMS GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Menlo College is committed to business education with a The General Education requirements are the vital first solid foundation in the liberal arts. The College recognizes step in meeting the goal of providing a unique blend of the significant role that knowledge of the global human business and liberal arts education. The courses students experience will have in the success of managers, today take to fulfill these requirements are designed to intro- and in the future. With this in mind, the Menlo College duce them to a variety of subjects and disciplines as well curriculum has been rooted in the fundamentals of hu- as to assure that Menlo graduates possess strong writing, man thought, values, traditions, and aspirations to which quantitative, and analytical skills. (See the section on is added a unique measure of business management and “Course Descriptions” for additional information.) financial skills education. NOTE: The General Education requirements provide solid A single course will not satisfy more than one of grounding in a variety of skills and disciplines. Menlo the Skills or Foundation requirements for the General College students graduate with proficiency in the follow- Education requirements. For example, a course that is ing areas: used to satisfy the Literature requirement may not be Critical Thinking used to satisfy the Humanities requirement. Written and Oral Communication OVERVIEW: General Ed. Requirements Quantitative Reasoning Information Literacy Skills Requirement 14-17 units Ethical Responsibility Foundation Requirement 31 units Awareness of Multicultural and International Issues Thematic Requirement 0 units TOTAL: 45 - 48 units Menlo College graduates will be managers and lead- General Education areas listed above are required for all ers with an understanding of the demands and challenges degree programs, unless otherwise noted. that must be faced today and in the future. They will be taught to operate successfully in an environment of SKILLS REQUIREMENT: change and uncertainty. These graduates will possess the Writing and Critical Thinking flexibility and adaptability that will be required by the (6 UNITS) Students are required to enroll in these courses sequen- ever-changing business and personal world. The Menlo tially beginning their first semester of study until this mission embraces the concept that its graduates will requirement is satisfied. eventually succeed in the endeavors they choose to under- ENG 101 English Composition 1 (3 UNITS) take, and will understand the responsibility and account- ENG 102 English Composition 2 (3 UNITS) ability that modern management demands. Therefore, the curriculum reflects this commitment to educating Research Writing Requirement (3 UNITS) students for leadership and management within this ENG 350 Research Writing (3 UNITS) BA in Business framework of human values and ethics. students only ENG 450 Research Writing (3 UNITS) BS in Business Senior students only
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Quantitative Skills (3 UNITS) Financial Literacy (1 UNIT) Students are required to enroll in mathematics during Students are required to complete a course in Financial their first semester of study at Menlo College and Literacy. The course is taken during the spring semester continue enrollment until the quantitative skills of the first year of enrollment. requirement is satisfied. STS 150 Personal Finance for College MTH 102 or MTH 110 is needed to satisfy the General Transition to College (1 UNIT) Education Requirement for Quantitative Skills. The course is taken by freshmen during the fall semester MTH 102 is required for business programs. Either MTH of the first year of enrollment. 102 or MTH 110 is required for Psychology majors. STS 100 Transition to College MTH 102 College Algebra (3 UNITS) MTH 110 Finite Math (3 UNITS) FOUNDATION REQUIREMENT: Foreign Language (3 UNITS) Management (3 UNITS) Students are required to complete one semester of a Students are required to complete a course in basic foreign language at the introductory levels 1 or 2 unless understanding of business and management concepts: they demonstrate proficiency higher than level 2 on the MGT 101 Foreign Language Placement Exam for a particular Discovering Business (3 UNITS) language. Students may choose from: World History (6 UNITS) CHI 101 or 102 Introductory Chinese (3 UNITS) The two-semester World History sequence (3 UNITS EACH) FRE 101 or 102 Introductory French (3 UNITS) is to be taken during the freshman or sophomore year. SPA 101 or 102 Introductory Spanish (3 UNITS) These courses normally are taken in sequence. Prerequisite: ENG 101 or concurrent enrollment As a result of the Foreign Language Placement Exam, Prerequisite: ENG 102 or concurrent enrollment with one of the following will occur: ENG 102. Placement in Introductory Level 1 or Introductory Level 2 (students may satisfy the language require- HIS 111 World History I ment with this course). (3 UNITS; offered fall semester) Exemption from the Foreign Language Requirement HIS 112 World History II (students have demonstrated proficiency higher than (3 UNITS; offered spring semester) Level 2 and thereby have satisfied the Foreign Language Requirement—units must be substituted Natural Science (4 UNITS) with elective units). Students are required to complete one biological or physi- Students from non-Anglophone speaking countries auto- cal science course with a laboratory, choosing from: matically have their foreign language waived (units must BIO 101 Human Biology (4 UNITS; required for be substituted with elective units). psychology majors)
Library Research Skills (0 UNITS) BIO 130 General Biology (4 UNITS) Students are required to complete a Library Research PSC 160 Introduction to Physical Science (4 UNITS) Skills tutorial. This tutorial must be completed by the BIO 283 SpclTpcs: Genetics and Human Evolution end of the first year of enrollment. Social Science (9 UNITS) Microcomputer Software Literacy (0 UNITS) Students are required to complete ECO 200, Students are required to demonstrate sufficient profi- Macroeconomics and the Global Economy. Students must ciency on the Microcomputer Software Literacy Exami- complete one of the following courses: nation. The college recommends taking STS 101 to fulfill MCM 151 Media and Society this requirement. A student may take the Microcomputer POL 150 Introduction to Political Science Software Literacy Examination at any time during the PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology year. The student will be required to make an appoint- SSC 150 Introduction to Social Science ment through The Academic Success Center and pass the Finally, students must complete one additional upper examination. Students who do not pass the examination, division course in ECO, MCM, POL, PSY or SSC. or who prefer to take a course, may take STS 101— Introduction to Microcomputers (1 unit) to prepare for the examination offered at the end of the course.
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Literature, Multicultural Issues and Humanities (9 UNITS) Bachelor of Science in Business Students are required to complete one of the following The Business program is the embodiment of Menlo courses in Literature: College’s mission and, with its choice of professional LIT 150 Introduction to Literature (3 UNITS) majors and options, provides an excellent foundation LIT 250 Short Story in Modern Literature (3 UNITS) from a variety of perspectives for fulfilling careers in LIT 282 Memoir Writing (3 UNITS) today’s rapidly evolving, global business environment. LIT 300 Literature of Western Culture Since As a means of assuring constructive change in business 18th Century (3 UNITS) and society, the College is strongly committed to inno- LIT 301 Major American Writers (3 UNITS) vation and entrepreneurship as critical elements in the LIT 302 Major British Writers (3 UNITS) Business major. These habits are reinforced in many LIT 303 Shakespeare (3 UNITS) of its courses, both by lectures and experiential exercises, LIT 304 Modern World Literature (3 UNITS) in order to encourage in students the creative approaches LIT 482 Special Topics in Literature (3 UNITS) to decision making and problem solving that are critical in our fast-paced lives. In addition, tomorrow’s manag- Students are required to complete one of the following ers must establish ongoing processes of renewal in our Multicultural Issues courses: institutions and organizations if we are to achieve our HUM 307 Diversity in the Workplace (3 UNITS) individual and social potential, and the Business major HUM 311 Women and Culture (3 UNITS) provides students with these tools and the desire to use MCM 308 Cultural Expression in the Media (3 UNITS) them for the common good. MGT 325 Women in Business (3 UNITS) All Business majors will complete a common 13- course core sequence. They may choose from four majors. Students are required to complete one course in the Students may attempt to complete a double major. How- Humanities: ever, no courses may be double counted towards meeting Any ART course numbered 150 or higher (3 UNITS) major (not core) requirements. Hence, a double major Any HIS course (3 UNITS) will likely take more than four years of study. Any HUM course (3 UNITS) Finally, Business majors are required to complete an Any LIT course (3 UNITS) internship in the business sector while completing the Any PHI course (3 UNITS) academic elements of the curriculum. Menlo College is Any foreign language at 102 level (3 UNITS)—lower perfectly situated in Silicon Valley to take advantage of division requirement such workplace experiences and has made connections MCM 300 History of Film (3 UNITS) with hundreds of local companies, from legendary high NOTE: At least two of the three courses taken to meet the tech firms to emerging Silicon Valley start-ups. The Intern- Literature, Multicultural Issues and Humanities require- ship Program staff will assist students with searching for ment must be upper division. an internship. Business students pursuing double majors will not THEMATIC REQUIREMENT: complete 2 internships. Double majors will complete The thematic requirement is designed to insure that one one internship and 3 units of upper-division business of the animating themes of the Menlo College curriculum coursework in place of a second internship. Students are —Written and Oral Communication—is included in a encouraged to meet with their academic advisor to ensure student’s course of study in an integrated fashion. that the course they select will fulfill this requirement. Typically, this thematic requirement will be met with a course in a student’s major. The Assurance of Learning requirement of AACSB involves defining a set of student learning outcomes that Written Communication every business major is expected to achieve: Students are required to complete one course that includes Written Communication Proficiency a major research-writing component. The following Critical Thinking Proficiency courses fulfill core requirements. Oral Communication Proficiency MCM 333 Business Communication (Business majors) Accounting Literacy PSY 305 Psychology of Human Development Marketing Literacy Across the Lifespan (Psychology majors) Finance Literacy
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Statistics Literacy 1. Accounting Major (124 UNITS) for students who are not Quantitative Skills seeking CPA certification in the short-term.
Business Knowledge All of the following courses are required: Business Ethics ACC 301 Intermediate Financial Accounting I ACC 302 Intermediate Financial Accounting II OVERVIEW: Bachelor of Science in Business ACC 311 Systems & Software for Accounting General Education 48 units ACC 321 Tax Accounting: Individual Business Core Requirements 39 units ACC 322 Tax Accounting: Business Major 24-30 units ACC 410 Advanced Accounting Accounting ACC 412 Cost Accounting Finance ACC 420 Auditing Management ACC 499 or Marketing INT 499(A) Accounting Internship Free Electives 7-13 units TOTAL: 124 units 2. Accounting Major – CPA Track (144 UNITS*) for students seeking to meet the requirements to take the PLEASE NOTE: Only 2 units of Physical Education (PED) CPA exams in the state of California.** classes can be taken for a letter grade and count toward this Free Electives requirement. All of the following courses are required for the Accounting Major CPA Track: ACC 300 Accounting Ethics B.S. IN BUSINESS CORE REQUIREMENTS (39 UNITS) The following courses are required of all Business ACC 301 Intermediate Financial Accounting I students: ACC 302 Intermediate Financial Accounting II ACC 201 Principles of Financial Accounting ACC 311 Systems & Software for Accounting ACC 202 Principles of Managerial Accounting ACC 321 Tax Accounting: Individual ECO 201 Microeconomics ACC 322 Tax Accounting: Business MTH 251 Statistics ACC 410 Advanced Accounting IMG 300 International Management ACC 412 Cost Accounting MGT 317 Organizational Behavior ACC 420 Auditing MKT 316 Principles of Marketing ACC 499 or MCM 333 Business Communications INT 499(A) Accounting Internship MGT 313 Operations Management The Accounting Major – CPA Track requires an extra 20 MGT 206 The Legal Environment of Business units: ACC 300 Accounting Ethics (3 units) and 17 units FIN 320 Financial Management I of free electives (for a total of 24 free electives). Free elec- MGT 327 Business Ethics tive units may be upper or lower division on any subject Choose one of the following: of interest to the student. Students electing the CPA track MGT 400 Senior Capstone: Global Strategies option after matriculation may request a second transfer MGT 401 Senior Capstone: Launching the Venture credit evaluation from the Registrar relating to additional free electives. Major Field Test in Business (must be taken at Menlo College) NOTES: *Only Accounting Major—CPA Track students are ACCOUNTING MAJOR required to complete 144 units in order to graduate. The Accounting Major is designed to prepare a student **To reach 150 units required for the California CPA for a career in accounting, either in the corporate arena, licensure the student may fulfill the additional 6 units at or in public accounting. Accounting majors select one Menlo College or other institution of higher learning. of two possible tracks: Accounting Major or Accounting Students who seek certification to practice outside of Major- CPA Track. The requirements for the tracks are as California should carefully check that state’s Board of follows: Accountancy for requirements, which may vary.
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FINANCE MAJOR (24 UNITS) Three additional courses selected from: The Finance Major is designed for the student who would HRM 315 Employment Law like a career in corporate finance, banking, venture HRM 316 Human Resource Management Strategy capital, or the financial markets. Due to the quantitative HRM 317 Staffing/Testing/Training & Development nature of the field, a substantial background in math- HRM 318 Benefits and Compensation ematics is included. For Program Learning Outcomes see the link The following courses: (12 UNITS) http://www.menlo.edu/academics/degrees/ FIN 321 Financial Management II human-resources-management-degree/ FIN 335 Financial Modeling INT 499 Internship in Major Field INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT OPTION: (12 UNITS) Four courses selected from the following courses: Four courses selected from the following courses: IMG 301 International Economics (12 UNITS) IMG 302 International Marketing Management FIN 430 Investments IMG 304 Sustainable Business FIN 431 Student Investment Funds IMG 404 International Law and Organization FIN 433 Intermediate Real Estate Finance ECO 307 Economic Development since 1750 FIN 438 International Finance FIN 438 International Finance FIN 439 Financial Institutions For Program Learning Outcomes see the link FIN 442 Entrepreneurial Finance http://www.menlo.edu/academics/degrees/ FIN 462 Money and Banking international-management-degree/ FIN 465 Derivatives FIN 482 Special Topics in Finance SPORTS MANAGEMENT OPTION: (12 UNITS) The following four courses: For Program Learning Outcomes see the link SMG 300 Sports Organization and Business http://www.menlo.edu/academics/degrees/finance/ SMG 303 History of Sports SMG 402 Marketing and Advertising in the MANAGEMENT MAJOR (24 UNITS) Sports Industry The Management Major is the most general of the four SMG 412 Economics of Sports majors. The student chooses one concentration from a set For Program Learning Outcomes see the link of options which have been created to focus on popular http://www.menlo.edu/academics/degrees/ areas of study and then selects additional business sports-management-degree/ electives that match their own personal interests. Only one option may be selected; multiple options are not ENTREPRENEURSHIP OPTION: (18 UNITS) permitted. The following six courses: MGT 363 Introduction to Entrepreneurship The following courses: (9 UNITS) MGT 365 Social and Environmental MIS 260 Management Information Systems Entrepreneurship (this course is not required for MGT 482 Design Thinking and Business Innovation Entrepreneurship option) INT 499 Internship in Major Field FIN 442 Entrepreneurial Finance HRM 300 Human Resource Management One business elective course selected from the MKT 482 Entrepreneurial Marketing following courses (or courses offered in any of the Management Concentrations): (3 UNITS) (this course is For Program Learning Outcomes see the link not required for Entrepreneurship option) http://www.menlo.edu/academics/degrees/ Any upper division ACC, FIN, HRM, IMG, MGT, MIS, business-entrepreneurship-degree-program/ MKT, or SMG course Management 401 is recommended as the capstone course for students pursuing the Entrepreneurship Option. HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT OPTION: (12 UNITS) The following course: HRM 300 Human Resource Management
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REAL ESTATE OPTION: (12 UNITS) Business core, ensuring thorough coverage of all the main The following four courses: business areas. MGT 233 Introduction to Real Estate Students in the program are required to take an FIN 433 Intermediate Real Estate Finance internship in the business sector while completing the LAW 316 Real Estate Law academic elements of the curriculum. Menlo College is ECO 316 Urban Real Estate Economics perfectly situated in Silicon Valley to take advantage of For Program Learning Outcomes see the link http:// such workplace experiences and has made connections www.menlo.edu/academics/degrees/real-estate-degree/ with dozens of local companies, from legendary high tech firms to emerging Silicon Valley start-ups. The Internship MARKETING MAJOR (24 UNITS) Program staff will assist students with searching for an The Marketing Major is designed for the student who internship. is interested in the entire process of identifying needed Students with double majors do not need to complete two products and services, designing new products and ser- internships. Double majors will complete a 6-unit intern- vices, and making those available to consumers and other ship related to one major, and 3 units of upper division business organizations through a variety of means. Career business electives in the other major. possibilities include sales, product development, product management, advertising, and marketing research among The Assurance of Learning requirement of AACSB others. Individuals with a strong marketing background involves defining a set of student learning outcomes are well equipped to become entrepreneurs developing that every business major is expected to achieve: their own businesses. Written Communication Proficiency Critical Thinking Proficiency All of the following courses: (18 UNITS) Oral Communication Proficiency MKT 409 Strategic Marketing Management Accounting Literacy MKT 335 Marketing Research Marketing Literacy MKT 436 Consumer Behavior Finance Literacy MKT 437 Digital Marketing Statistics Literacy INT 499 Internship in Major Field (6 units) Quantitative Skills Business Knowledge Two of the following courses: (6 UNITS) Business Ethics IMG 302 International Marketing MKT 419 Integrated Marketing Communications OVERVIEW: Bachelor of Arts in Business MKT 441 Markets of One: Mass Customization and General Education 45 units the Value of the Consumer Experience Business Core Requirements 39 units MKT 442 Price Management Management Major 30 units MKT 482 Special Topic: Entrepreneurial Marketing Free Electives 10 units MKT 482 Special Topic: Political Marketing TOTAL: 124 units PLEASE NOTE: Only 2 units of Physical Education (PED) For Program Learning Outcomes see the link classes can be taken for a letter grade and count toward http://www.menlo.edu/academics/degrees/ this Free Electives requirement. business-marketing-degree/ B.A. IN BUSINESS CORE REQUIREMENTS: (39 UNITS) The following courses are required of all students: Bachelor of Arts in Business ACC 201 Principles of Financial Accounting The Bachelor of Arts in Business degree is an alternative ACC 202 Principles of Managerial Accounting to the traditional Bachelor of Science degree. Both ECO 201 Microeconomics degrees prepare students for careers in today’s rapidly MTH 251 Statistics evolving, global business environment. The B.A. degree, MCM 333 Business Communications however, adopts the classic liberal arts pedagogy of inde- IMG 300 International Management pendent research in a sequence of classes that culminate MGT 317 Organizational Behavior in a Senior Thesis. MKT 316 Principles of Marketing All students will complete a common 13-course core MGT 313 Operations Management sequence. The core is nearly identical to the B.S. in MGT 206 Legal Environment of Business
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FIN 320 Financial Management I issues in psychology. MGT 327 Business Ethics The Psychology major is structured around a set of MGT 411 Senior Thesis required courses. This requirement introduces students to four major approaches to the study of psychological Major Field Test in Business (must be taken at Menlo subject matter: developmental perspectives; the biologi- College) cal bases of behavior; theoretical conceptualizations; and, MANAGEMENT MAJOR (30 UNITS) the application of theory. Students may fulfill the remain- The Management Major is a general major and quite flex- ing unit requirements within the major by choosing from ible. The student takes a series of courses that build up a variety of upper division electives. to the Senior Thesis in the Core. The student also either Program Learning Outcomes chooses one option from two which have been created to Students are expected to demonstrate proficiency in focus on popular areas of study, or chooses the individu- following areas: alized option which allows them to take business electives Knowledge Base in Psychology tailored to personal interests. Only one option may be Scientific Inquiry & Critical Thinking selected; multiple options are not permitted. Ethical & Social Responsibility in a Diverse World
All of the following courses: (18 UNITS) Communication MIS 260 Management Information Systems Professional Development PHI 160 Logic and Critical Thinking BA/PhD Fast Track. For highly qualified and motivated ENG 350 Research Writing sudents who are strongly interested in psychology as a MGT 410 Empirical Research Methods career and think they would like to pursue a Ph.D. in INT 499 Internship in Major Field Clinical Psychology, Menlo College has established a “fast INDIVIDUALIZED OPTION: (12 UNITS) track” degree program. Interested students commence a Four courses selected from below or (or courses challenging accelerated program during their freshman offered in any of the Management Concentrations): year and complete all of the requirements, including the Any upper division ACC, FIN, HRM, IMG, MGT, MIS, senior thesis sequence, in three years. They participate MKT or SMG course in internships in human services agencies and clincial settings. Successful students are invited to apply to Palo Alto University (PAU) during their junior year for Bachelor of Arts in Psychology matriculation to PAU during their senior year. Graduate At various times, psychology has been considered the units completed at PAU are accepted as electives to fulfill study of the human soul, the study of the human mind, graduation requirements at Menlo. Interested students and the study of human behavior. Its early history is in should contact the program liaison, Dr. Mark J. Hager at the field of philosophy; more recently it has been (650) 543-3780. considered to be a social science. Some people study psy- chology empirically; others consider psychology to OVERVIEW: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology be an art. The Psychology major at Menlo College General Education 45 units emphasizes the traditional liberal arts psychology Core Requirements 21 units courses, yet includes topical courses that explore the Psychology Major 18 units most current psychological issues. The psychology faculty Free Electives 40 units acknowledges the breadth of the discipline and supports TOTAL: 124 units various approaches to its study. Students selecting the Psychology major are encouraged to take elective courses PLEASE NOTE: Only 2 units of Physical Education (PED) in philosophy, biology, literature, and the humanities. classes can be taken for a letter grade and count toward Core courses within the Psychology major address this Free Electives requirement the psychological issues that are relevant to the study of the individual. This breadth of study emphasizes the CORE REQUIREMENTS: (21 UNITS) The following four courses: significance of the complete human experience. Thus, PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology the student is encouraged to consider the overall context PHI 160 Logic and Critical Thinking in which the psychology of the individual may be under- PSY 400 Empirical Research Methods and Evaluation stood. The research component will enhance the student’s PSY 401 Senior Thesis ability to identify, analyze, and research contemporary
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Three additional upper division courses selected from any of the following categories: Art Literature History Humanities Philosophy
PSYCHOLOGY MAJOR: (18 UNITS) All of the following courses:* PSY 305 Psychology of Human Development Across the Life Span PSY 411 Biopsychology PSY 311 Personality Theory PSY 412 Psychological Disorders *PSY 101, Introduction to Psychology, is a prerequisite for all other Psychology courses.
Choose two (2) from the following: (6 UNITS) PSY 303 Psychology of Learning and Cognition PSY 304 Psychology of Human Motivation and Emotion PSY 306 Psychology of Human Sexuality PSY 309 Social Psychology PSY 312 Sports Psychology PSY 313 Understanding Disabilities PSY 415 Communication and Counseling Skills PSY 482 Special Topics in Psychology
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Please note the following: adjustments, trial balance, prepaids, accruals, inventory Courses are three (3) units unless otherwise noted. accounting, gross margin, internal control, cash manage- Prerequisites for a course, if any, are listed following ment, receivables management, plant assets, intangibles, the course title. depreciation, current liabilities, payroll, and partnerships. Students compile and analyze income statements, balance Course Numbers: sheets and owner’s equity statements. The goal of the Courses numbered 100-199 are freshman level and course is to prepare students for business decision making lower division. using accounting information. Courses numbered 200-299 are sophomore level and lower division. ACC 202 PRINCIPLES OF MANAGERIAL Courses numbered 300 and higher are upper division ACCOUNTING (junior and senior level). These courses usually have Prerequisites: ACC 201 and MTH 102 with a “C-” prerequisites. or better NOTE: Freshmen should not register for upper division Principles of Managerial Accounting is the second of a courses. Courses numbered 01 and 099 are remedial. two-semester introduction to accounting. The course pro- These courses are not for credit, but do count toward vides an introduction to managerial accounting, including enrollment. 498 courses may be lower-division or value chain analysis, cost benefit analysis, ABC costing, upper-division, see IDR. 482 is upper-division and job costing, overhead allocation, process costing, cost vol- 283 is lower-division, see Special Topics courses. ume, profit analysis, standards and budgeting. Students Internships are required for students in business. compile and analyze income statements, balance sheets (See “Internships” for more information.) and owner’s equity statements. The goal of the course is Individual Directed Research (IDR) is available in to prepare students for business decision making using several different fields and levels. See course description accounting information. for more information. ACC 300 ACCOUNTING ETHICS Prerequisites: ACC 201 Accounting (ACC) This course will provide accounting students with the out- ACC 201 PRINCIPLES OF FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING line of the Code of Professional Conduct of the American Prerequisites: MGT 101, MTH 100/MTH 101, Institute of CPAs (AICPA Code) and the fiduciary duties ENG 101 as accountants such that they will understand their roles Requirement: “C-” or better to enforce accounting rules as stipulated by the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The course will Student should earn at least “C-”. Principles of Financial utilize lecture and the case method to examine ethical Accounting is the first of a two-semester introduction to accounting issues that may arise in practice. accounting. The class covers accounting concepts and principles, evaluating and recording business transactions,
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ACC 301 INTERMEDIATE FINANCIAL end of the semester, you will have begun to develop a ACCOUNTING I framework that is both useful and conceptually sound. Prerequisite: ACC 202 The course strengthens knowledge of accounting beyond ACC 322 TAX ACCOUNTING: BUSINESS the principles level. It provides in depth knowledge of Prerequisite: ACC 202 GAAP, FASB, AICPA code of ethics, accounting systems, This course provides an introduction to the fundamental income statements, balance sheets, statements of cash concepts of income tax accounting for businesses. Although flows, time value of money, revenue and expense recog- personal income taxation is one of many important areas, nition, cash and receivables, inventory measurement, the more practical area that most of you will encounter acquisition, disposal and exchange, depreciation and in your career will apply to taxation from a business per- impairment of assets. spective. The purpose of this course is to build knowledge of taxation and the role it plays in the business environ- ACC 302 INTERMEDIATE FINANCIAL ment. We will blend theory with practicality, so by the ACCOUNTING II end of the semester, you will have begun to develop a Prerequisite: ACC 301 framework that is both useful and conceptually sound. A continuation of ACC 301. The course strengthens knowledge of accounting beyond the principles level. ACC 410 ADVANCED ACCOUNTING It provides in depth knowledge of accounting for Prerequisite: ACC 302 investments, liabilities, leases, owner’s equity, stock The course strengthens knowledge of financial accounting options, accounting changes, and segment reporting. beyond the intermediate level. It provides in depth knowledge of accounting consolidations, business combi- ACC 303 INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL REPORTING nations, fund accounting, partnerships, foreign exchange STANDARDS and other current issues. Prerequisite: ACC 302 The course provides in depth knowledge of International ACC 411 ERP SOFTWARE I Financial Reporting Standards. These standards are used Prerequisite: ACC 311 by over 100 countries around the world and are being considered for adoption in the US. The course emphasizes This course focuses on the study of SAP software or areas in which IFRS differs from US GAAP principles, similar enterprise systems software to illustrate the both in the principle itself and in the method of applica- fundamental concepts of integrated information systems, tion in practice. The course also teaches the IFRS prin- with a focus on accounting information systems. The ciples, which govern the first – time adoption of IFRS. student learns how to capture, process, and disseminate Areas of coverage include most US GAAP topics covered accounting information to meet a company’s business in ACC 301 and 302. needs in an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) environment. ACC 311 SYSTEMS AND SOFTWARE FOR ACCOUNTING ACC 412 COST ACCOUNTING Prerequisite: ACC 202 Prerequisite: ACC 302 This course provides students with analytical tools This course is designed to provide knowledge about necessary to evaluate accounting information needs and product costing, budgeting, performance management, to design, implement and maintain systems to support responsibility accounting and cost benefit analysis for business processes and cycles. decision making. ACC 420 AUDITING ACC 321 TAX ACCOUNTING: INDIVIDUAL Prerequisite: ACC 302 Prerequisite: ACC 202 The purpose of the course is to integrate important con- This course provides an introduction to the fundamental cepts of auditing as well as practical aspects of tests and concepts of personal income tax. It is designed to build sampling. Students will learn about the auditing profes- a framework that is both useful and conceptually sound. sion, the audit process, application of the audit process The purpose of this course is to build knowledge of to sales, collections and other cycles, and completing the taxation and the role it plays for individual taxpayers. The audit. course blends theory with practicality, so by the
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ACC 482 SPECIAL TOPICS IN ACCOUNTING ART 301 ITALIAN RENAISSANCE ART (1-3 UNITS) Prerequisite: ENG 102 Prerequisite: Varies by subject This course is a survey of Italian Renaissance masters, Content varies depending on the interest of both the including major artists from the Early to High Renais- teacher and the students. sance as exemplified by the merging of Christian and humanistic values. Major figures include Donatello, ACC 498 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTED RESEARCH Botticelli, Michelangelo, da Vinci, Raphael and Titian. IN ACCOUNTING (1-3 UNITS) For the course description, see “Individual Directed ART 302 FRENCH IMPRESSIONISM Research.” Prerequisite: ENG 102 This course is an in-depth review of what many consider ACC 499 ACCOUNTING INTERNSHIP (6 UNITS) one of the most glorious periods in all art history. Emerg- Prerequisite: ACC 302, and ACC 311 or ACC 420 ing from the principle that there was a shift from what the or ACC 321 or ACC 412 as appropriate; Prior artist saw to how he/she saw it, the course examines the approval from Internship Office. works of such major figures as Manet, Monet, Renoir, and Internships provide opportunities for hands-on experi- Degas, along with the ways in which these pioneers are ence in an area of the field of accounting that a student direct forerunners of a great deal of modern art. may want to pursue (auditing, tax, managerial, etc.). ACC499 is designed for those accounting students ART 310 PICASSO: ARTIST OF THE CENTURY completing their internships with a specific group of large Prerequisite: ENG 102 accounting firms that have highly structured summer Pablo Picasso is generally considered the most important internship programs. Accounting students not completing painter of the 20th Century, and this class examines all of their internships with one of these firms will participate Picasso’s periods and styles of artistic output across some in INT 499 A Internship in Accounting. Also see 80 years of his creative activity in painting, sculpture, “Internships” for general information and policies. and printmaking. Additionally, major concurrent social, cultural, and artistic events are placed into an integrated (ART) context with Picasso’s extraordinary achievement, which Art is frequently considered the defining artistic force for a ART 121 INTRODUCTION TO PAINTING AND good part of the century. COLLAGE (2 UNITS) This is a studio art course providing an introduction to ART 482 SPECIAL TOPICS IN ART HISTORY painting and collage. Students will learn basic techniques. (1-3 UNITS) No prior painting or art experience is required. Prerequisite: Varies by subject These courses vary from semester to semester. The ART 123 BEGINNING DRAWING content emphasizes specific areas of special interest. This is a studio art course providing an introduction to drawing. Students will learn basic drawing techniques. ART 498 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTED RESEARCH No prior drawing or art experience is required. IN ART HISTORY (1-3 UNITS) For the course description, see “Individual Directed ART 150 WORLD ART Research.” This course will survey the general historical context, style and iconography of a wide range of world art from 30,000 B.C.E. to the present. A strong emphasis of the Biology (BIO) course will be the acknowledgment of each culture’s achievements in its unique cultural and chronological BIO 101 HUMAN BIOLOGY (4 UNITS) context, and, whenever appropriate, an examination of This course is an inquiry into the form and function of cross-cultural contrasts and similarities. the human organism from molecules to organ systems and human anatomy. We will study the atoms and differ- ent molecules (nucleic acids, proteins, polysaccharides and fats) making up our cells, cellular components and cellular respiration, cell division and organ systems, in-
57 cluding the central nervous system, digestive system and respiratory and cardiovascular system. Recent scientific Economics (ECO) and medical advances in cancer and genealogy are ECO 200 MACROECONOMICS AND THE GLOBAL investigated. Required laboratories will correspond with ECONOMY lecture material and may also include exercises in blood Prerequisite: MTH 100/MTH 101 pressure, cardiovascular system, and respirometry. This course is an examination of national income determinants in a global context and the institutional and BIO 102 HUMAN BIOLOGY LAB (0 UNITS) historical context of these components. Participants Laboratory exercises to accompany Human Biology. explore the problems of economic growth, inflation and Concurrent enrollment with BIO 101. unemployment as well as banking and monetary influ- ences on macro-variables; the role of transnational firms BIO 130 GENERAL BIOLOGY (4 UNITS) This course is a general introduction to principles and in national and international employment, investment concepts of biology through selected topics at the and surplus generation; and balance of payments and cellular, organism, and population levels of organization. concepts inclusive of transnational capital growth and its Students will be exposed to the many thought provoking effect on world markets and development. contemporary advances in biology that have applications in medicine, agriculture, environment, pharmaceuticals, ECO 201 MICROECONOMICS and many other industries. Prerequisite: MTH 100/MTH 101 This course explores such aspects of market economics BIO 131 GENERAL BIOLOGY LAB (0 UNITS) as price theory, resource allocation, and the determina- Laboratory exercises to accompany General Biology. tion of costs; effects of different tax structures and Concurrent enrollment with BIO 130. markets; development and theory of different types of industrial structures, including competition, monopoly, BIO 498 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTED RESEARCH and oligopoly. IN BIOLOGY (1-3 UNITS) For the course description, see “Individual Directed ECO 307 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SINCE 1750 Research.” Prerequisite: ENG 102, IMG 300 This course is a survey of principal and connected devel- opments in economic history from the Industrial Revolu- Chinese (CHI) tion to the present. The development of capitalism, trade, and commerce is central to the course. Students will CHI 101 INTRODUCTORY CHINESE 1 examine the relationship of economic forces to historical, This course studies communicating in modern Chinese: political, and social change. conversation, grammar, reading, and elementary composition. Multiple skills approach: listening, written ECO 316 URBAN REAL ESTATE ECONOMICS composition, comprehension, oral expression, and Prerequisites: ECO 200, ECO 201, MTH 251 introduction to reading. This course applies economic concepts to issues of the CHI 102 INTRODUCTORY CHINESE 2 urban environment. Special attention is given to the relevance of those urban issues for the real estate indus- Prerequisite: Placement exam or CHI 101 with a try. The course examines the economic forces propelling “C-” or better the development of cities and economic issues of land This course is a continuation of Chinese 101: further scarcity and housing within cities. Additionally, the study of basic grammar, expanding vocabulary and course examines related economic issues of urban trans- knowledge of Chinese culture for conversational portation, crime, local government, and public policy proficiency, writing, and reading in modern Chinese. responses to urban issues.
ECO 436 MANAGERIAL ECONOMICS Prerequisites: ECO 200, ECO 201, MTH 102 This course considers the development of modern economics from historical, analytical, and conceptual
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perspectives. It will cover such specific topics as cost flow ENG 092 INTEGRATED SKILLS / WRITTEN analysis, tradeoffs on both micro and macro levels, the COMMUNICATION FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS meaning of interest rate shifts and currency fluctuations, (IEP students only) the forward markets in currencies, and merger analysis. A basic course for non-native speakers focusing on the techniques of college writing and clear prose. Emphasis is placed on the production of short compositions containing English (ENG) well-developed paragraphs and a variety of English sentences. An integrated skills approach is used. This ENG 081 FUNDAMENTALS OF ENGLISH FOR course is part of the Menlo College Intensive English INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (IEP students only) Program and designed for international students whose A basic English course for non-native speakers focusing native language is not English. NOTE: Student may on basis grammatical structures, vocabulary develop- receive a “K” grade (see “Grades” for more information). ment, listening, speaking, and writing. Emphasis on NOTE: This is a 3-unit equivalent developmental course— practical understanding and everyday communication in units do not count for graduation or grade point average, spoken and written contexts. Designed for international but do count in establishing full-time status. students whose native language is not English. NOTE: Student may receive a “K” grade (see “Grades” for more ENG 099 INTRODUCTION TO COLLEGE ENGLISH information). NOTE: This is a 3-unit equivalent devel- COMPOSITION (ESL students only) opmental course—units do not count for graduation or Student should earn at least “C-” to pass this class. An grade point average, but do count in establishing full- introductory course designed to develop proficiency in time status. fundamentals of English (spelling, punctuation, grammar) and in expository writing. NOTE: Student may receive a ENG 082 INTEGRATED SKILLS / ORAL “K” grade (see “Grades” for more information). NOTE: COMMUNICATION FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS This is a 3-unit equivalent developmental course—units (IEP students only) do not count for graduation or grade point average, but A basic course for non-native speakers focusing on oral do count in establishing full-time status. communication. Emphasis is placed on formal presen- tation and structured discourse. An integrated skills ENG 100 INTRODUCATION TO COLLEGE ENGLISH approach is used. This course is part of the Menlo College COMPOSITION Intensive English program and designed for international Student should earn at least “C-” to pass this class. An students whose native language is not English. NOTE: introductory course designed to develop proficiency in Student may receive a “K” grade (see “Grades” for more fundamentals of English (spelling, punctuation, grammar) information). NOTE: This is a 3-unit equivalent devel- and in expository writing. NOTE: Student may receive a opmental course—units do not count for graduation or “K” grade (see “Grades” for more information). grade point average, but do count in establishing full- time status. ENG 101 ENGLISH COMPOSITION 1 Prerequisite: Placement exam or ENG 100 with a ENG 085 BASIC READING & WRITING FOR “C-” or better. Requirement: “C-” or better INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (IEP students only) Student should earn at least “C-” to pass this class. This A basic English course for non-native speakers focusing course provides instruction in writing expository prose. on reading, emphasizing student use of prior knowledge Emphasis on organization and development of various and experience. Focus on overall meaning and holistic forms of expository writing about subjects of general reading. Emphasis on practical understanding and interest. Non-fiction and imaginative literature are read everyday communication in spoken and written contexts. and discussed primarily as a basis for learning techniques Designed for international students whose native lan- of interpretation supported by specific evidence. NOTE: guage is not English. NOTE: Student may receive a “K” Student may receive a “K” grade (see “Grades” for more grade (see “Grades” for more information). NOTE: This information). is a 3-unit equivalent developmental course—units do not count for graduation or grade point average, but do count in establishing full-time status.
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ENG 102 ENGLISH COMPOSITION 2 ENG 380 ADVANCED CREATIVE WRITING Prerequisite: Placement exam or ENG 101 with a WORKSHOP “C-” or better. Requirement: “C-” or better Prerequisite: ENG 280 Student should earn at least “C-” to pass this class. This Structured as a workshop, this course is intended to take course continues instruction in writing expository prose. students through the steps of the writing process, from Emphasis is placed on the critical connection between idea to rough draft, workshop to revision, and final draft thinking and writing. Students will learn to organize and to submission for publication. This course will also develop the argumentative and persuasive essay. Non- include the reading and critical analysis of published fiction and imaginative literature are read and discussed works. Each week we will examine elements of the writing primarily as a basis for learning the principles of critical form—structure, characterization, showing and telling, thinking. figurative language, and point of view—as they operate in the assigned reading. In addition, students will generate, ENG 103 ENGLISH PROFICIENCY EXAM (0 UNITS) review, and polish stories, personal essays and poems, as Prerequisite: Prior Enrollment in ENG 102 well as read and respond to peer work. This no credit course tracks the progress of students towards passing the English Proficiency Exam. The ENG 482 SPECIAL TOPICS IN ENGLISH (1-3 UNITS) course is graded Credit (CR) or No Credit (NC). When Prerequisite: Varies by subject the student achieves a passing score on the EPE, he or Content varies depending on the interest of both the she will receive Credit for ENG 103. Students who wish to teacher and the students. review their English skills in preparation for the exam are encouraged to consult with the Writing Center and will ENG 498 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTED RESEARCH be permitted to audit any of the English composition IN ENGLISH (1-3 UNITS) classes offered. For the course description, see “Individual Directed Research.” ENG 280 INTRODUCTION TO CREATIVE WRITING Prerequisite: ENG 100 Finance (FIN) This is a course in the basic practices, discipline, and vocabulary of creative writing, with an emphasis on short FIN 320 FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT 1 fiction and poetry. Students will generate, review, and Prerequisites: ACC 201, ECO 201, MTH 102, polish stories and poems of their own, as well as critically MTH 251 analyze the work of their peers. This course focuses on corporate financial management, with an emphasis on enhancing long-term shareholder ENG 350 RESEARCH WRITING value. Topics include statement analysis, financial mar- (BA in Business students only) kets, risk and rates of return, bond and stock valuation, sources of funding, the cost of capital, discounted cash ENG 450 RESEARCH WRITING flow analysis, budgeting, compensation plans, the IPO (BS in Business senior students only) process, asset acquisition and management. The course is Prerequisite: ENG 102 designed for practical application. The goal of the course This course prepares students for re-entry into the is to prepare students for business decision-making using academic processes of critical reading of literature, financial information. expository writing, and critical thinking. The course is divided into three parts: (a) learning skills; (b) how to FIN 321 FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT II successfully write papers and other assignments; and Prerequisite: FIN 320 (c) an introduction to various types of academic research This course is a continuation of quantitative and quali- skills. All students will complete a test of basic library tative techniques applicable to financial management. research skills as part of the course. The course is case based for practical application. Topics include: financial decision making for start-ups, due diligence, financial and operating leverage, optimum capital structure, risk analysis, forecasting, public versus private funding, regression analysis, dividend policy,
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currency fluctuation and hedging. Research sources FIN 438 INTERNATIONAL FINANCE include annual reports, 10Ks, 10Qs, proxies and prospec- Prerequisite: FIN 320, IMG 300 tuses, Internet and subscription references. Emphasis This course will enhance your understanding of the goals is placed on current events. The goal of the course is to and concerns of a typical financial manager in a large prepare students for decision-making as business owners, corporation, either doing business overseas or having managers, and as financial analysts. assets located in a foreign country. The scope of the course includes economic determinants of prices and FIN 335 FINANCIAL MODELING policy issues that result for private enterprises and public Prerequisite: FIN 320 policy makers in the realm of international financial This course surveys Excel-based programs for obtaining transactions. and analyzing capital budgets, cash flow statements, and calculating the present values of financial securities. FIN 439 FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS The course analyzes investment alternatives and presents Prerequisite: FIN 320 formulas for determining rates of return and risks of The objective of this course is to present a thorough, portfolios. Stock market transaction systems are also detailed overview of the entire financial system in the described. United States (excluding banks) and its component parts, keeping in view the ever-increasing importance FIN 430 INVESTMENTS of globalization of our markets and institutions. Several Prerequisite: FIN 320 of the financial institutions are critically analyzed, and This course examines the development of individual wherever necessary and appropriate, we investigate in financial planning tools for the orderly accumulation, depth the evolution of these financial institutions. Banks conservation and use (and eventual transfer) of an estate. are excluded since there is a separate course, Money and Analysis of the investment characteristics of securities; Banking, that looks at the operations of banks in detail. sources of investment information; New York Stock Exchange; changing economic conditions; and income. FIN 442 ENTREPRENEURIAL FINANCE Prerequisite: FIN 320 FIN 431 STUDENT INVESTMENT FUND This class examines the elements of entrepreneurial Prerequisites: FIN 321, FIN 335, FIN 430 finance, focusing on start-up ventures, the early stages The primary objective of the class is to provide a select of company development, and the IPO process. Topics group of students the opportunity to gain valuable hands- include how much money to raise, when should money be on experience in security research and analysis, asset raised, who should provide the financing, how to value a valuation, asset allocation, and portfolio management, as company, and how to structure funding. The perspectives fiduciary fund managers of an actual investment portfolio. of both the entrepreneur and the venture capitalist are considered. FIN 433 INTERMEDIATE REAL ESTATE FINANCE Prerequisite: FIN 320 FIN 462 MONEY AND BANKING This course studies financial decisions made in real Prerequisite: FIN 320 estate: how to evaluate different properties, how to make This course purports to introduce and develop the eco- investment decisions, and how to finance these invest- nomic rationale that has led to the evolution and growth ments. We will also talk about recent financial innova- of the modern banking system in the United States since tions in real estate, like mortgage-backed securities and the early Nineteenth century. The course analyzes the markets for them. The course aims to provide students structure and function of commercial and savings banks with concepts and techniques for analyzing financial in the United States, reviews the workings of the Federal decisions in real estate development and investment. Reserve system and its primary instruments of monetary The course begins with an overview of the fundamentals control, and explores in detail the regulatory issues of income, producing real estate and builds on these con- confronting the banking sector today. cepts studying real estate investment analysis, financial leverage, fixed rate mortgage loans and more flexible mortgage arrangements, mortgage payment issues, debt securitization, real options, and REITs.
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FIN 465 DERIVATIVES FRE 482 SPECIAL TOPICS IN FRENCH (1-3 UNITS) Prerequisite: FIN 320 Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor This course explores futures, swaps and options. Students These courses vary from semester to semester. The will learn to value these securities and how to use them content emphasizes specific areas of special interest. for risk management purposes. A central theme in the discussions on valuation is that there should be no FRE 498 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTED RESEARCH opportunities for riskless arbitrage in an efficient market. IN FRENCH (1-3 UNITS) Students also will learn the mechanics of futures and For the course description, see “Individual Directed option trading and implement trading strategies to Research.” mitigate various types of price exposures. The process of securitization will be covered as well. Health (HLT) FIN 482 SPECIAL TOPICS IN FINANCE HLT 101 GENERAL HEALTH AND HYGIENE Prerequisite: Varies by subject The course helps students determine personal needs and Content varies depending on the interest of both the values in light of current thought on mental and emo- professor and the students. tional health, the potentials and limitations of drugs, the functioning of the human body, disease facts and theories, FIN 498 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTED RESEARCH nutrition, ecology, and trends and techniques in modern- IN FINANCE (1-3 UNITS) day medical practice. For the course description, see “Individual Directed Research.” History (HIS) INT 499 INTERNSHIP IN MAJOR FIELD (6 UNITS) HIS 111 WORLD HISTORY I Prerequisites: FIN 320, FIN 321 or FIN 335 Prerequisite: ENG 101 or concurrent enrollment or FIN 430 or FIN 433 as appropriate; with ENG 101 Prior approval from Internship Office. The course is a chronological survey of world civilization Internship provides an opportunity for hands-on that commences with the 6th century (the beginning of experience in an area in the field of finance that the the post-classical era) and concludes with the 18th student may want to pursue. Also see “Internships” for century (the end of the early modern period). The course general information and policies. is designed to provide an understanding of major social, political, and economic developments in world history French (FRE) as well as a global perspective consistent with Menlo College’s mission. NOTE: This course is to be taken FRE 101 INTRODUCTORY FRENCH 1 sequentially with HIS 112. This course covers communicating in French: systematic acquisition of basic French grammar and vocabulary. HIS 112 WORLD HISTORY II Only French is used by both the instructor and students. Prerequisite: ENG 102 or concurrent enrollment Multiple skills approach: listening comprehension, with ENG 102 oral expression, original written composition, and intro- This course is a continuation of HIS 111, and is structured duction to reading. similarly. The course is a chronological survey of world civilization from the 19th century to the present. The FRE 102 INTRODUCTORY FRENCH 2 (3 UNITS) course is designed to provide an understanding of major Prerequisite: Placement exam or FRE 101 with a social, political, and economic developments in world “C-” or better history as well as a global perspective consistent with This course is a continuation of French 101: completion Menlo College’s mission. NOTE: This course is to be taken of basic French grammar. Expanding vocabulary, struc- sequentially with HIS 111. ture, and knowledge of French culture for conversational proficiency, writing, and reading.
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HIS 250 AMERICAN HISTORY TO THE CIVIL WAR HIS 304 HISTORY OF AFRICA This course is a survey of United States history from Prerequisite: ENG 102 colonization in the sixteenth century to the end of the This course is an introduction to the study of Africa, Civil War. The course covers the development of artistic, beginning with a survey of the history of its ancient cultural, economic, and social trends as well as the civilizations and pre-colonial period. The course will political. examine the various cultures of Africa and their contri- butions to the non-African world as well as to African- HIS 251 AMERICAN HISTORY FROM THE CIVIL WAR America. Additional topics will include Africa’s position This course is a continuation of History 250 through the in world affairs, post-colonial economic development, twentieth century. and nation building, as well as literature and art.
HIS 300 HISTORY OF WESTERN CULTURE FROM HIS 309 TWENTIETH-CENTURY HISTORY THE RENAISSANCE Prerequisite: ENG 102 Prerequisite: ENG 102 This course is designed to provide a broad, thematic This course is designed to provide students with an approach to the global history of the twentieth century. integrative upper division survey of western culture and The focus will be on understanding the forces and history. The course will explore the creative channels patterns of change and continuity that make the twentieth by which individuals and groups have interpreted the century such a dynamic and complex one. This course will human experience and defined human nature; the ways use a seminar format. It will be structured around class in which humans have lived, worked, loved, and prayed discussions of texts and student presentations on coun- together; the institutions, organizations, political, tries and continents. economic and cultural systems, and material goods that humans have created. Although the focus of the course is HIS 350 ADVANCED AMERICAN HISTORY TO on Europe over the past 500 years, it will also explore the THE CIVIL WAR ancient and medieval roots of modern European culture, Prerequisite: ENG 102 and the spread and impact of that culture on the non- This course is a survey of United States history from Western world. colonization in the sixteenth century to the end of the Civil War. The course covers the development of artistic, HIS 301 AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY cultural, economic, and social trends as well as the Prerequisite: ENG 102 political. NOTE: This course has the same content as The course provides a survey and analysis of important HIS 250; however, students enrolled in HIS 250 are constitutional, legal, political, economic, and cultural required to complete additional assignments to receive issues relating to the history of black people in America upper division credit. Students may receive credit for from the eighteenth century to the present. Topics HIS 250 or HIS 360, but not both. include slavery, emancipation, reconstruction, the black urban migration, and African-American culture. HIS 351 ADVANCED AMERICAN HISTORY FROM THE CIVIL WAR HIS 302 MODERN ASIAN HISTORY Prerequisite: ENG 102 Prerequisite: ENG 102 This course is a continuation of History 250 through This course is the study of Asia: particularly China, the twentieth century. NOTE: This course has the same Japan, and India in the course of the last two centuries. content as HIS 251; however, students are required to The course will examine the impact of Western ideals and complete additional assignments to receive upper divi- practices on traditional Asian civilization as well as the sion credit. changing way of life in the Orient. Political, social, and economic concepts are considered.
HIS 303 MODERN LATIN AMERICAN HISTORY Prerequisite: ENG 102 This course studies Latin America in the twentieth century, with emphasis on Mexico, Argentina, Brazil and Chile. Focus on political, cultural, and economic development of these countries.
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HIS 353 LATIN AMERICAN HISTORY UNTIL 1822 HRM 317 STAFFING / TESTING / TRAINING AND Prerequisite: ENG 102 DEVELOPMENT This course is a study of the unique cultural elements that Prerequisite: HRM 300 differentiate Latin America from the rest of the world This is a practical course that introduces the student to with consideration of the polyglot composition of so much the policies and procedures developed by human of its population. Attention to indigenous cultures as well resources offices and implemented in an organization. as to discovery, conquest and growth; political, social, The course considers the relationship between various and economic forces emphasized. policies and the human resource strategies adopted by the organization. It stresses the need for consistency HIS 482 SPECIAL TOPICS IN HISTORY (1-3 UNITS) between organizational human resource strategy and Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor organizational human resource policies and procedures. Students will focus on time lines, costs, and facilities These courses vary from semester to semester. The needed for various human resource approaches. content emphasizes specific areas of special interest. HRM 318 BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION HIS 498 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTED RESEARCH Prerequisite: HRM 300 IN HISTORY (1-3 UNITS) For the course description, see “Individual Directed This course is a combination of ethical philosophy and Research.” practical implementation. The philosophic content will consider such contemporary issues as comparable worth, partner benefits, merit versus seniority, and the role of Human Resources compensation in various models of work. Its practical Management (HRM) content will explore the variety of benefits available to workers, ways to explain and present those benefits to HRM 300 HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT employees, and the use of the internet in accessing Prerequisites: MGT 101, ENG 102, ECO 200 comparative compensation and benefits information in This course introduces students to the philosophies, the student’s field of interest. practices, and techniques for effective management of human resources in multi-faceted business operations. HRM 397 SPECIAL TOPICS IN HUMAN RESOURCE Case studies of current business environments are used MANAGEMENT (1-3 UNITS) extensively. Prerequisite: Permission of the Dean of Business & Academic Affairs HRM 315 EMPLOYMENT LAW These courses vary from semester to semester. The Prerequisite: HRM 300 content emphasizes specific areas of special interest. This course examines labor law and its relationship to the historical background of labor/management relations and HRM 498 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTED RESEARCH the nature of the workforce in the United States, recent IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (1-3 UNITS) changes in the two areas, and the implications of these For the course description, see “Individual Directed changes on future labor relations and markets. Research.”
HRM 316 HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (HUM) STRATEGY Humanities Prerequisite: HRM 300 HUM 150 INTRODUCTION TO THE HUMANITIES This course considers the development of a strategic This course introduces students to the Humanities as a perspective regarding the use of human resource policies, field of study and as a way of looking at and understand- practices, tools, philosophies, and systems in enhancing ing the human experience. The course is a thematic one, business competitiveness and effectiveness. The course with the theme changing each time the course is taught. will focus on harnessing the power of effective human Students will examine the given theme in a variety of resource practices. The practices of many different cultural contexts as it appears in art, music, literature, organizations will be reviewed and key strategic and history, and philosophy. implementation issues related to human resource policies and programs will be explored.
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HUM 160 MUSIC HISTORY AND APPRECIATION with emphasis on its artistic, economic, social and histori- This course is a study of musical materials and techniques cal development. of intelligent listening through an examination of selected works from the standard repertoire of Western music HUM 324 MONEY, BUSINESS & CULTURE from 1700. The course will include principles of melody, Prerequisite: ENG 102 harmony, rhythm, and musical structure as well as an This course provides a study of literature, art, and film introduction to major musical forms (sonata, concerto, portraying money and business issues. The course will symphony, opera, oratorio, the art song, etc.). No previ- examine the influence of money and business concerns on ous musical experience required. individuals within a society as well as on the society as a whole. Such topics as the destructive effects of greed, the HUM/LIT 282 MEMOIR WRITING deprivations of poverty, the privileges of wealth, and the Prerequisite: ENG 100 ethics of business will be considered in assigned works. This course helps students articulate their own story. By writing clearly about different aspects of their lives, HUM 397 CHINESE CULTURE students will have a stronger perspective on their past Prerequisite: ENG 102 and on the larger world. Being able to express such a This is a survey course taught in English that covers vision is key to writing a memoir, a poem, or a business issues in modern China that are important to an under- plan. Student writing will be augmented with close standing of world geopolitics. Using an interdisciplinary analysis of master works in personal narrative. approach, the course will include discussion of geogra- phy and climate, art, education, rural and urban issues, HUM 307 DIVERSITY IN THE WORKPLACE environmental concerns, and population control. Current Prerequisite: ENG 102 events from newspaper, websites and other media will This is a discussion-based class designed to explore, iden- also be discussed. tify and understand race, class and gender issues as they relate to the workplace. The historical and legal perspec- HUM 482 SPECIAL TOPICS IN HUMANITIES tives on such topics as national origin, sexual preference, (1-3 UNITS) disabilities, age and culture/ethnicity in the United States Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor employment arena will be examined. There is some focus These courses vary from semester to semester. The on personal experience with extensive student involve- content emphasizes specific areas of special interest. ment and participation expected. HUM 498 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTED RESEARCH HUM 311 WOMEN AND CULTURE IN HUMANITIES (1-3 UNITS) Prerequisite: ENG 102 For the course description, see “Individual Directed This course explores women’s cultural contributions to the Research.” human experience and the ways in which women express themselves in art, literature, film, music, theater, and/ Individual Directed Research or the mass media. The course will also utilize historical, mythological, psychological, feminist, political, economic, (IDR) (1-3 UNITS) and aesthetic critiques to analyze the larger cultural Individual Directed Research courses are designed for framework in which women and women artists operate. students who have a serious scholarly interest in a HUM 314 FRENCH CULTURE particular topic. An IDR gives students the opportunity to conduct closely supervised research on a chosen topic and Prerequisite: ENG 102 to write a substantial paper or report based on semester This course is a survey of contemporary French culture long study and analysis of the research question. Research with an emphasis on social, intellectual and artistic trends. plans must be discussed with a faculty member who spe- cializes in that particular subject area and a full proposal HUM 315 SPANISH CULTURE and plan for completing the research must be approved Prerequisite: ENG 102 by the Academic Dean or Provost and Registrar prior to This course studies the highlights of Spanish Civilization registration in the course. Units vary from one to three.
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IMG 304 SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS International Management Prerequisites: ECO 200, IMG 300 (IMG) This course is designed to explore the issues, conditions, trends, and techniques for management in the twenty- IMG 300 INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT first century. The ultimate challenge faced by professional Prerequisites: MGT 101, ENG 102, ECO 200 management throughout the world today is how to de- An introductory course surveying the growth patterns and velop sustainable business, economic, and social strate- trends in international business; and the nature of the gies and policies that will be compatible with the very real global economy and its effects on individuals, cultures, biological limits of our planetary system.The course criti- organizations, and national sovereignty. The course cally assesses the conventional economic principles and explores the institutional framework for managing com- theories that underlie the global business and economic mercial relationships between nations and the challenges system, and their impact on individuals, society, and the of managing in the global marketplace. Specifically, the environment. course examines theories of international trade and investment; the foreign exchange market and the interna- IMG 306 ECONOMIC GEOGRAPHY tional monetary system; cultural influences on manage- Prerequisites: MGT 101, ECO 200 ment; political and economic considerations managing This course is designed to familiarize students with the and organizing marketing, finances, and human resourc- unique economic, natural, and social characteristics of es; and manufacturing activities globally. nations and regions of the world with emphasis on resource endowments, and sources of economic wealth. IMG 301 INTERNATIONAL ECONOMICS The course evaluates the role and position of nations and Prerequisites: ECO 200, IMG 300 geographical regions in the world economy, and their This course examines the world economy, including the prospects for development, productivity, and environ- theoretical foundations for trade, exchange rates, and mental sustainability. balance of payments. Close consideration will be given to trends in the composition and patterns of international IMG 404 INTERNATIONAL LAW AND trade, and to understanding obstacles and barriers to ORGANIZATIONS trade. Economic sources and the interpretation of in- Prerequisites: MGT 206, IMG 300 ternational economic data will be studied for their value An introductory course designed to provide an un- in understanding economic conditions and their use in derstanding of the basic principles and functions of management decision-making in an increasingly global international law, and the roles and responsibilities of economy. Topics will include: (1) balance of payments; governmental, transnational inter-governmental, and (2) exchange rates; (3) patterns of trade; (4) currency nongovernmental organizations. The course provides a markets—forward contracts, futures, options, and historical overview of the development of international hedging; (5) transnational corporations and their struc- law and organizations, including human rights law, ture; and (6) development prospects of less developed business law, intellectual property, labor and environ- countries. mental law, international trade, international crimes and extradition, and the legal status of nation-states, IMG 302 INTERNATIONAL MARKETING intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations, MANAGEMENT including the law of treaties, adjudication, enforcement, Prerequisites: ECO 200, IMG 300, MKT 316 and concepts of sovereign immunity. This course examines the distinctive issues and problems involved in the global marketing of goods and services, IMG 482 SPECIAL TOPICS IN INTERNATIONAL including economic, cultural, and political influences on MANAGEMENT (1-3 UNITS) customer needs and wants, competitive environments, Prerequisite: Varies by subject and market segmentation and profitability. The student These courses cover contemporary issues and themes in studies the alternative forms of participation, with special international management, reflecting the dynamic forces emphasis on export and import management, but also and changes in the global economy, social and cultural including licensing and contracting, and the use of influences, and political developments. Courses examine marketing mix strategies to achieve a sustainable the complex socio-economic interrelationships among competitive advantage in each international market, variables and forces that are shaping the character and as well as globally. direction of global issues and organizations.
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secure and complete internships, but it is the ultimate IMG 498 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTED RESEARCH responsibility of the student to secure an internship. A IN INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT minimum of 320 hours of work at the internship site is For the course description, see “Individual Directed required for six (6) units of internship credit, in addition Research.” to participation in the seminar course. Internships are graded on a credit/no credit basis, with a minimum of a “C-” required for credit. Internships Internships may be completed in one of two ways: 1.) The summer between the junior and senior year; INT 120 CAREER MANAGEMENT IN THE internships are full-time (40 hours/week) and last ten WORKPLACE (1 UNIT) weeks. 2.) The senior academic year; internships are Required course materials fee will be charged to part-time (14-15 hours/week) and last the entire duration student’s account of both the fall and spring semesters of a student’s senior This course provides students with a career management year. There are fixed start and end dates for all credit- process, which can be used throughout their life. Students bearing internships, and internship opportunities must explore their personality, career values, occupational align with both the date and hour requirements in order interests, skills, and work preferences. Students learn job to be approved. Student athletes are strongly encouraged search strategies and tools including researching, resume to complete internships during the summer only, because writing, interviewing skills, and networking. of intensive practice and game schedules during the academic year. INT 499 INTERNSHIP IN MAJOR FIELD For more information about the Internship Program and Program Learning Outcomes, visit: https://www.menlo. INT499(A) INTERNSHIP IN ACCOUNTING (6 UNITS) edu/interns. Prerequisites: junior standing; good academic and conduct standing in the semester of the internship search and during the semester of the internship; (LIT) prior approval from Office of Internships & Career Literature Services (OICS). LIT 150 INTRODUCTION TO LITERATURE Internships provide students with the opportunity to gain This course introduces students to the serious study of experience in workplace settings and to translate class- literature. It includes sample works from the major room learning into practice. In addition to the on-site genres that constitute literature: short story, poetry, dra- experience students gain from their internships, they ma, novel, and essay. As a survey course, it covers diverse also participate in an in-person, interdisciplinary semi- cultures and historical periods. Reading imaginatively nar course that meets regularly during their internships. across boundaries of time, geography, history, culture All internships for credit are reviewed and approved in and ideology, students learn what constitutes great advance by OICS in order to ensure that they are high literature as they gain insight into the human condition. quality experiences that will result in professional growth. Students work with OICS staff to search for internship LIT 250 SHORT STORY IN MODERN LITERATURE opportunities using a wide variety of resources including Prerequisite: ENG 101 established relationships with internship sites, internship We will look closely at powerful short stories from the postings available only to Menlo College students and past and at those being written today, always asking the postings available to the general public, and existing and question: How did this author accomplish so much in so newly established connections in students’ professional few pages? Each student will choose three short stories to networks. To ensure a high level of support, internships research thoroughly and discuss in essays and presenta- will include oversight and mentoring by both a workplace tions. In addition, students will understand and write supervisor and a faculty member through the internship about the literary techniques used in the stories studied seminar course. OICS guides students through a series by the entire class. The semester will be divided into three of steps to ensure successful preparation for, securing of, class sections: 1. A Look at Young Authors of Today; 2. formalizing of, and completion of their internships. A fail- Techniques of Classical Short Stories; 3. The Immigrant ure to complete any required steps by the stated deadlines Story. can result in a potential delay in a student’s graduation. OICS provides a high level of support to help students
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HUM/LIT 282 MEMOIR WRITING LIT 482 SPECIAL TOPICS IN LITERATURE Prerequisite: ENG 100 (1-3 UNITS) This course helps students articulate their own story. Prerequisite: Varies by subject By writing clearly about different aspects of their lives, These courses vary from semester to semester. The students will have a stronger perspective on their past content emphasizes specific areas of special interest. and on the larger world. Being able to express such a vision is key to writing a memoir, a poem, or a business LIT 498 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTED RESEARCH plan. Student writing will be augmented with close IN LITERATURE (1-3 UNITS) analysis of master works in personal narrative. For the course description, see “Individual Directed Research.” LIT 300 LITERATURE OF WESTERN CULTURE SINCE THE 18TH CENTURY Management (MGT) Prerequisite: ENG 102 This course explores the multiple themes of European MGT 101 DISCOVERING BUSINESS literature from the 18th century to the present in order to An introductory class for all students tracing the give an overview of the great works of fiction written in foundations of management as a field of study. Included England, France, Germany, Russia, Italy, and Spain in this class is exposure to the major functional areas of during the past three centuries. Students will explore business as well as a focus on the unique contributions of different literary genres (novels, short stories, poetry, innovation and entrepreneurship as agents of renewal in plays) and will learn about techniques for analyzing, response to the needs of society. This class employs understand-ing, and making critical comments on literary various experiential learning aids that may include texts. They will become familiar with the times in which role play, case studies or other exercises as adjunct these texts were written and about the people for whom activities supporting class lectures and discussions. they were written. Students will also learn about them- selves, because each text, in its own way, tells the story MGT 206 THE LEGAL ENVIRONMENT OF BUSINESS of the human experience. Prerequisite: MGT 101, ENG 101 An introduction to the law relating to individuals and LIT 301 MAJOR AMERICAN WRITERS business enterprises encompassing the nature and Prerequisite: ENG 102 sources of law, dispute settlement, business ethics and This course is a detailed analysis of major works of social responsibility, criminal law, intentional torts, fiction, drama and poetry by significant American and negligence. This course focuses on the nature and authors. formation of contracts, contract rights, duties, and remedies for breach, agency and employment law. LIT 302 MAJOR BRITISH WRITERS Prerequisite: ENG 102 MGT 233 INTRODUCTION TO REAL ESTATE This course is a detailed analysis of major works of Prerequisite: MGT 101 fiction, drama and poetry by significant British authors. This course is an investigation of various real property institutions and transactions. Topics include the LIT 303 SHAKESPEARE evaluation, acquisition, and sale of real estate, as well as Prerequisite: ENG 102 financing techniques and development guidelines. This course is an in-depth critical analysis of six to ten of Shakespeare’s most important plays. MGT 313 OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT Prerequisites: MGT 101, MTH 102, MTH 251 LIT 304 MODERN WORLD LITERATURE This course presents managerial issues that arise in the Prerequisite: ENG 102 operations of manufacturing, service, and advanced This course provides an overview of modern and contem- technology industries. Students will examine a variety of porary works of fiction written in Africa, China, Eastern areas in operations where managers must make and Western Europe, India, Japan, North Africa, Russia, decisions, such as production, forecasting, quality South America, and the United States. It focuses on spe- assurance, inventory management, facility location cific contemporary problems and how different countries and layout, capacity planning, scheduling, and project and cultures around the globe have confronted them. management. Students will be introduced to the
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language, conceptual models, and qualitative and to evaluate them. In this course, each student will focus quantitative techniques that are broadly applicable on one project, preparing a feasibility study of an op- towards confronting challenges that occur in these areas. portunity of their choosing, including market/industry attractiveness and target segment attractiveness/sus- LAW 316 REAL ESTATE LAW tainable advantage. Following the feasibility analysis, Prerequisites: MGT 206, MGT 233 students will be ready to construct a business plan that This course serves as an introduction to the legal issues explains in detail how the new venture is going to create surrounding real estate transactions. The principal objec- and/or capture value, and will function as a road map for tive of the course is to familiarize students with the legal management. concepts that have evolved with the dynamic growth in real estate, and their implications for the real estate MGT 365 SOCIAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL industry. ENTREPRENEURSHIP Prerequisite: MKT 316, FIN 320 MGT 317 ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR This course is designed to teach students that the Prerequisite: MGT 101, ENG 102, ECO 200 concepts, tools, and practices of business can be used as An introductory course providing basic knowledge of a vehicle for social change, and that efforts to effect such organizations and management. The course focuses on change are not the sole responsibility of government the behavioral dimensions of organizations by examining and non-profit organizations. Students will learn essen- the manager’s concerns about individual, group, society, tial steps for launching, building and driving a social or and environmental interactions and impacts. environmental enterprise. They will explore a range of management, marketing, financing and service process MGT 325 WOMEN IN BUSINESS issues affecting the social enterprise sector. Prerequisites: ENG 102, MGT 101 MGT 371 BUSINESS IN SOCIETY The course addresses the important and provocative Prerequisite: MGT 101 issues of sexual discrimination in salaries, placement and promotion; sexual harassment on the job; affirmative This course addresses managerial issues in the social, action; family problems that working women face and political and legal environments of business. Cases and personal problems that women encounter in the work readings emphasize strategies to improve the performance environment. of companies in light of their multiple constituencies, in both US and international environments. Topics include MGT 327 BUSINESS ETHICS integrated strategy, activists and the media, legislation Prerequisite: MGT 317 affecting business, business and politics, environmental policy, consumerism, and international trade policy. Most This course will help students reflect on the moral chal- courses focus on firms’ interactions with customers, lenges and social dilemmas that people encounter in their suppliers, and alliance partners in the form of mutually business and professional lives. Students will explore and beneficial exchange transacted in markets. In contrast, analyze conflicts between their personal values, expected this course considers the strategic interactions of firms codes of behavior, and operating procedures and norms with their various constituents outside of markets. in the workplace. Attention will be directed toward the examination of some central approaches to ethics and MGT 400 SENIOR CAPSTONE: GLOBAL STRATEGY how these philosophical theories can be applied to busi- ness cases and contemporary management issues. Prerequisites: FIN 320, MGT 313, MKT 316, MGT 317, IMG 300 (senior students only)
MGT 363 INTRODUCTION TO ENTREPRENEURSHIP This course, the culmination of a student’s academic Prerequisites: MKT 316, FIN 320 study in the Management Program, will integrate the diverse subject matter studied into a meaningful human Conceiving a new venture begins with an idea. Trans- and professional context with the objective of preparing forming the idea into a solid opportunity and successful the student for an enriched life and a fulfilling career. The business requires considerable expertise. This course course includes student teams participating in a business helps students develop the knowledge, skills and confi- simulation over the Internet, and team case studies. dence necessary to create opportunities from ideas and
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MGT 401 SENIOR CAPSTONE: MGT 453 SPREADSHEET MODELING LAUNCHING THE VENTURE Prerequisites: MGT 101, MTH 251 Prerequisites: MKT 316, FIN 320, MGT 317, This course is an introduction to the use of mathematical IMG 300, or concurrent enrollment with MGT 313 models in organizations. We desire to understand the (senior students only) processes of model building, solution, validation and In this interdisciplinary course, guest lecturers from the implementation. Further, modest facility will be devel- world of venture capital and entrepreneurship come to oped with specific mathematical models which have fairly share their knowledge and experiences on planning, broad applicability. Classes of models studied include investing and launching new business ventures. During linear programming, transportation models, selected the semester and working in teams of three (3), students network models, integer programming, decision analysis, identify a new business opportunity, research it in the and simulation. actual marketplace, develop a business plan to fund it and then present those plans to a panel of VC’s and entre- MGT 482 DESIGN THINKING AND BUSINESS preneurs for review and critique. The course offers a “real INNOVATION world” experience and exposure to Silicon Valley investors. Prerequisites: MGT 101 This is an upper division course, but is open to students MGT 410 EMPIRICAL RESEARCH METHODS from all classes, from business and psychology. In an Prerequisites: PHI 160, MTH 251, ENG 350 increasingly global marketplace, the ability to create new This course introduces business students to empirical products, services, and experiences is crucial to business methodologies and evaluation techniques used in busi- survival. Design thinking provides a powerful set of ness. This will involve both qualitative and quantitative perspectives and tools for identifying, understanding, methods, with a particular emphasis on the use, evalua- and responding to unmet needs. Entrepreneurial organi- tion, and presentation of data. The course provides the zations have found these skill sets particularly valuable background skills for successful completion of MGT 411. for identifying and exploiting emerging opportunities. NOTE: This course is offered during the fall semester This class provides an opportunity to learn and practice only. Enrollment is limited to B.A. in Business students design thinking tools. Working in teams, you will identify and is to be taken during the senior year or equivalent. and evaluate an exciting opportunity, evaluate user needs, The course is to be taken sequentially with MGT 411. develop simple prototypes, test concepts, and ultimately present an innovation. MGT 411 SENIOR THESIS Prerequisites: MGT 410 (senior students only) MGT 482 SPECIAL TOPICS IN MANAGEMENT This course is the capstone experience for B.A. in Busi- (1-3 UNITS) ness students. Each student will write a major research Prerequisite: Varies by subject paper on a business topic and participate in a formal These courses will explore issues of current or continuing presentation to the college community of the fruits of importance in areas of business and management, either their research. NOTE: This course is offered during the from a broad, or from a specific, perspective. spring semester only. Enrollment is limited to B.A. in Business students and is to be taken during the senior MGT 498 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTED RESEARCH year or equivalent. The course is to be taken sequentially IN MANAGEMENT (1-3 UNITS) with MGT 410. For the course description, see “Individual Directed Research.” MGT 431 COMMERCIAL LAW Prerequisite: MGT 206 A course designed for business management option students providing an intensive study of commercial law and business organization formation and planning, in- cluding sole proprietorships, partnerships, and corpora- tions. The course will also focus on the Uniform Commer- cial Code, particularly Article 2, sale of goods; Article 3, commercial paper; and, Article 9, secured transactions.
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transmission, security, regulation and management, Management Information social and ethical issues. Systems (MIS) MIS 309 DATABASE SYSTEMS STS 101 MICROCOMPUTER SOFTWARE LITERACY Prerequisite: MIS 260 or permission of the (1 UNIT) instructor A tutorial-based course to develop basic user literacy in An overview of database concepts such as database word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation management systems, database design, and data model- graphics software. Students will learn the basic features ing with a strong emphasis on the relational model, SQL, of Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint by completing and multi-user enterprise database processing. lab-based tutorials in each of the four software packages. Class sessions will introduce basic concepts and special MIS 310 SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN features of the software appropriate to the Menlo College Prerequisites: MIS 260 or permission of the curriculum. instructor This course concerns designing computer-based informa- MIS 120 ADVANCED BUSINESS APPLICATIONS tion systems. The viewpoints of three types of participants Prerequisite: STS 101 or equivalent in this process (technical expert, supervisor, and man- A more detailed study of the capabilities of personal ager) will be discussed. To this end, both a traditional sys- productivity software focusing on spreadsheets. Spread- tems development life cycle and modern CASE tool and sheet use will include multi-sheet workbooks, lists, filters, prototype approach will be explained. Managerial issues pivot tables, functions, macros, and the Data Analysis and related to implementation issues, cost benefit analysis, Solver tools. ROI, time and cost projection will be examined. Many examples will be taken from various newer technologies. MIS 250 STRUCTURED PROGRAMMING Prerequisite: STS 101 or equivalent MIS 370 WEB PAGE DESIGN This course will cover such fundamental programming This course covers the design of web pages and websites. concepts as input, output, decisions, loops, arrays, strings, Topics include tables, frames, embedded multi-media files, and modularization with functions and procedures. objects and script language, as well as basic aesthetic Students will study the elements of graphical user inter- issues. Appropriate software such as Dreamweaver is face design and event-driven programming. actively used.
MIS 260 MANAGEMENT OF INFORMATION MIS 482 SPECIAL TOPICS IN MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS INFORMATION SYSTEMS (1-3 UNITS) Prerequisite: MGT 101, STS 101 Prerequisite: Varies by subject This course is the classic introduction to management These courses vary from semester to semester. The information systems: how computers are used and man- content reflects a specific area of special interest. aged in organizations, and how such technology assists management. Topics include the strategic role of informa- MIS 498 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTED RESEARCH IN tion systems, a survey of hardware, software, databases MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS (1-3 UNITS) and networks, types of information systems, the design For the course description, see “Individual Directed and acquisition of information systems, and ethical issues Research.” in information systems. Marketing (MKT) MIS 306 TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND NETWORKS Prerequisite: STS 101 or equivalent MKT 316 PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING The worlds of data transmission, voice telecommunica- Prerequisites: MGT 101, ENG 102, ECO 200 tions, video, music and the Internet are rapidly converg- This course will examine the development, nature and ing. The concepts, architectures, standards, and protocols role of markets in the fulfillment of human needs and that have allowed these public and private networks to wants through the exchange of products and services. communicate will be studied. The course covers topics The course will survey all aspects of marketing as a vital starting with physical connectivity and covering data function of management, including targeting and seg-
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menting markets; positioning and communications; Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) is the developing marketing plans and strategies; marketing process of planning and designing marketing communica- intelligence and research methods and systems; managing tions programs that provide a consistent message across product, price, promotion and distribution in designing all target audiences through coordination of the five differentiated and undifferentiated marketing mix pro- major promotional mix categories—advertising, public grams; and legal and ethical considerations in marketing. relations, sales promotion, direct marketing and personal selling. The combination of these tools informs, per- MKT 320 PUBLIC RELATIONS suades and reminds consumers about the value of a prod- Prerequisites: MKT 316, ENG 102 uct’s/service’s benefits. This course familiarizes students This course provides the fundamental concepts and with key concepts of IMC, preparing them to evaluate and techniques of public relations. The students examine the develop effective and efficient communications strategies role of public relations in business, entertainment, social and marketing promotional programs. service and government, as well as the difference between public relations and advertising. Students critique various MKT 436 CONSUMER BEHAVIOR campaigns; actively research strategies; plan events; and Prerequisites: MKT 316, ECO 200, ECO 201 develop communication skills as well as public relations Virtually all decisions involved in developing an effective products. NOTE: This course is being phased out and marketing mix for a product or service rely on in-depth replaced by MKT 419. knowledge of the consumers who comprise the target market. This course examines the actions of consumers MKT 335 MARKETING RESEARCH and explores the reasons why consumers behave the way Prerequisites: MKT 316, MTH 251 they do with regard to their buying decisions. Thus, the This course presents the issues in marketing research that course is part marketing and part psychology, also requir- begin with the firm’s marketing questions. It will assume ing and understanding of important theoretical concepts the consumer’s perspective and will address steps of the borrowed from fields such as sociology, demography and research process that include problem definition, experi- economics. The course looks at how individuals perceive mental design, data collection, analysis and interpretation. and store information, how they learn, and how their In addition, the course will examine the value of informa- attitudes are formed and changed. It also explores tion compared to its cost. decision-making processes at the individual, family, group, culture and subculture levels and the effects they MKT 409 STRATEGIC MARKETING MANAGEMENT have on consumer behavior and identity. A strategic Prerequisites: MKT 316, ACC 202 orientation will permeate most facets of this course. This case study class involves students in complex, MKT 437 DIGITAL MARKETING market-based problems calling for creative solutions in Prerequisites: MKT 316, ECO 201 firms ranging in size from major corporations to smaller companies in emerging growth industries. Students will This course will address digital marketing strategies in present comprehensive reviews of assigned cases and the context of conventional marketing principles. For will orchestrate class discussions of alternative courses of example, are there distinctions between online and action during their presentations. In addition, presenters offline consumer behavior? How should companies inte- will offer detailed recommendations for implementation grate electronic interactivity to connect to stake-holders of favored strategies that they will defend in the face of in their existing strategies? Can product strategies be class questions or objections. These actions by students “better” through e-business? What are new channel are intended to develop judgment, confidence, and the strategies and their implications for conflict with existing ability to think “on their feet” in handling a variety of channels? Should prices be lower online? What are reactions to their proposed solutions. current and future opportunities of e-enabled commu- nication strategies, specifically advertising, promotions, MKT 419 INTEGRATED MARKETING personal selling and public relations? Are there social COMMUNICATIONS implications and ethical issues to consider? Prerequisite: MKT 316 , ENG 102 As one of the 4Ps, promotion is concerned with commu- nicating the value of an organization’s products/services.
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MKT 441 MARKETS OF ONE: MASS ing strategic, economic, marketing, and psychological CUSTOMIZATION AND THE VALUE OF THE considerations. The objective of this course is to prepare CONSUMER EXPERIENCE students for addressing strategic and tactical pricing Prerequisites: MKT 316 issues and identifying profit-boosting changes in pricing This course introduces the concept of mass customization practices across a range of professional contexts. and its impact on consumer satisfaction and loyalty, identifying and evaluating the consumer’s perception MKT 482 ENTREPRENEURIAL MARKETING of value of the co-design experience during the mass Prerequisites: MKT 316, ECO 201 customization process. Mass customization has been This course introduces a marketing approach for new, described as an innovative way for organizations to “cre- entrepreneurial firms. This “bottom-up” approach starts ate customer-unique value” by segmenting and targeting with the identification of market opportunities and then each consumer into “Markets of One.” The relevance of tries to attract and later grow a customer base. It presents the concepts explored in the course demonstrates the role a contrast to the traditional, planning intensive “top- of digital innovation in creating the value of the consumer down” marketing concept which follows the sequence experience, both online and in real life. In addition, we “market segmentation—target market selection— explore advances in digital and technological delivery of positioning”. This course introduces entrepreneurial mar- individual, customized solutions to the consumer, such as keting concepts in line with the customer development 3D printing and others on the horizon. Students’ exami- approach. Here, a key element is the Business Model nation of these concepts and their relationship to one Canvas, a venture planning tool that is rapidly gaining another will be studied in a variety of business sectors popularity in the startup world. Students will work in and applied to actual companies’ offerings with specific teams on their own business ideas. The business model emphasis on students experiencing those offerings as canvas will guide them through the creation of an entre- consumers. Subsequently, students will analyze, evaluate preneurial, bottom-up marketing campaign. Whereas the and craft recommendations about the consumer’s percep- course is geared towards creating a marketing program tion of the experiential value of service providers’ mass for new firms, research and best practice examples show customization processes, resulting products and services, that the entrepreneurial marketing concept is increas- and the impact of this value on the consumer’s satisfac- ingly adopted by large, established companies. Therefore, tion and loyalty toward selected providers. Students will this class is not only valuable to those who plan to work in gain insight into innovation, management, and market- a startup environment but for everyone with an interest ing issues of value creation and delivery. As a result, the in a career in marketing. course will demonstrate how mass customization’s focus on consumer experience can increase customer life, sus- MKT 482 SPECIAL TOPICS IN MARKETING tain competitive advantage, create and capture long-term (1-3 UNITS) value for firms, their stakeholders, and, most importantly, Prerequisite: Varies by subject for consumers. These courses will explore issues of current or continuing importance in marketing. MKT 442 PRICE MANAGEMENT Prerequisites: ACC 201, ECO 201, MKT 316, MKT MKT 498 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTED RESEARCH IN 436, MTH 251 MARKETING (1-3 UNITS) Determining the price of a product or service is one of the For the course description, see “Individual Directed most important marketing decisions. It is also one of the Research.” most complex and least understood aspects of marketing. However, price is a unique category of the marketing mix INT 499 INTERNSHIP IN MAJOR FIELD (6 UNITS) as it is the only component that represents revenue for Prerequisite: MKT 316, Prior approval from the firm. The remaining P’s (product, place, and promo- Internship Office. tion) are costly activities undertaken to create value for Internships provide an opportunity for hands-on experi- the consumer. Price, in its ideal form, recaptures this ence in an area in the field of marketing that the student value. This course will introduce the student to frame- may want to pursue. Also see “Internships” for general works relevant for making pricing decisions. While pric- information and policies. ing strategies are taught under the rubric of many diverse disciplines, we will take an integrative approach, combin-
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media such as webcasting and enhanced TV are also Mass Communication (MCM) examined. The role of the sportscaster, audience MCM 151 MEDIA AND SOCIETY measurement techniques, historical and philosophical perspectives constitute additional topics of discussion. This course focuses on social issues pertaining to mass media. The influence of television, radio, film, print MCM 321 DESKTOP PUBLISHING media, music reporting, and Internet communication This course covers the design and production of profes- is analyzed in a sociological context. Ethical, legal, tech- sional documents and publications. Three major areas are nological, economic, and cultural perspectives are dis- emphasized: basic design skills as they relate to typogra- cussed. Basic models of communication as well as a wide phy, graphics and page composition; technical mastery of range of mass communication theories, research, and the computer and software; skills of editing and critiquing regulations are also examined. Contemporary issues are publications. discussed by students participating in debates in which opposing sides of relevant media topics are presented. MCM 329 MUSIC INDUSTRY Prerequisites: ENG 102 MCM 257 PUBLIC SPEAKING AND ORAL PRESENTATION This course examines the history, structure, and practices This is an introductory course surveying the essential the- of the music industry. Business aspects of artists’ con- ory and skills related to public speaking and presentation. tracts, royalties, copyrights, and research methods are You will have the opportunity to gain proficiency in both analyzed. Recording and production, artist management speaking and critical analysis of the spoken word, and will and concert management provide additional areas of develop skills in the research, preparation, presentation, study. Music programming in broadcast media of and critical evaluation of public addresses. radio and television as well as musical scores for film are discussed. New technology in the music industry such as MCM 300 HISTORY OF FILM digital recording and editing, surround sound formats, Prerequisite: ENG 102 Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI), digital au- This course focuses on the history of cinema from silent dio tape (DAT), and on-line audio are also investigated. movies to today’s blockbusters. Various genres and directors will be explored, with an emphasis on critical MCM 333 BUSINESS COMMUNICATION analysis of both American and International cinema. Prerequisites: MGT 101, ENG 102, ECO 200 This course is designed to give students a comprehensive MCM 308 CULTURAL EXPRESSION IN THE MEDIA view of business communications and to provide them Prerequisite: ENG 101 with the skills to think critically and to communicate This course focuses on how the media represents different effectively in a global marketplace. Students will apply cultures, and how different cultures represent themselves business communication strategies to both domestic and through the media. Topics may include: African-American international business situations. Competencies will be Studies, Asian-American Studies, Gay & Lesbian Studies, developed in oral, written, interpersonal, technological, Latino Studies, Cross-Cultural Film Studies, and Cultural and employment communication. Studies. Aside from exploring theories associated with cultural studies, this course will look at the history, litera- MCM 482 SPECIAL TOPICS IN MEDIA (1-3 UNITS) ture, electronic expression, and current representation in Prerequisite: Varies by subject the news media of the diverse cultures. These courses vary from semester to semester. The content emphasizes specific areas of special interest. MCM 312 SPORTS MEDIA Prerequisites: ENG 102 MCM 498 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTED RESEARCH IN MASS COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA (1-3 UNITS) This course investigates the phenomenon of sport in the Prerequisite: MCM 101, Junior standing electronic media. Areas of interest include the production and distribution of radio and TV sports programs, adver- For the course description, see “Individual Directed tising, endorsements, and contemporary social issues. Research.” Regulations, legal considerations and new electronic
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(MTH) MTH 102 COLLEGE ALGEBRA Mathematics Prerequisite: Score of 67 or above on ACCUPLACER MTH 090 ELEMENTARY ALGEBRA exam or MTH 100/MTH 101 with grade of “C-” or better. Requirement: “C-” or better Prerequisite: Score of 35 or less on ACCUPLACER exam. Requirement: “C-” or better College Algebra provides an introduction to the important world of mathematical functions and their applications. This course covers the following topics: properties of real Functions describe quantitative change and are found in numbers and basic algebraic operations, solving linear many fields of study, such as business, economics, and and absolute value equations and inequalities with social studies. The following topics will be covered in the applications; graphing linear functions and inequalities; course: definition of a function; the domain and range; equations of lines. Problem solving and practical applica- linear, exponential and logarithmic, quadratic, polyno- tions will be stressed. NOTE: This is a 3-unit equivalent mial, and rational functions and their graphs; operations developmental course—units do not count for graduation on, transformations and applications of these functions; or grade point average but do count in establishing full- composition of functions and inverse functions; introduc- time status. tion to sequences and series. This course should prove MTH 100 ELEMENTARY/INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA useful in most courses in economics, finance, production, accelerated with lab (4 UNITS) and statistics/quantitative analysis. Prerequisite: By instructor approval. MTH 110 FINITE MATH This course covers the following topics: A review of Prerequisite: MTH 100/MTH 101 fractions and signed numbers; solving linear equations Requirement: “C-” or better with applications; the four arithmetic operations with polynomials; factoring including trinomials, sums and This course studies finite math from a modeling perspec- difference of cubes; solving quadratic equations by tive; modeling real world situations with linear equations; factoring and by quadratic formula; complex numbers; modeling with proportionality; a study of linear equa- laws of exponents; logarithms; applications of exponents tions, their solutions and applications; fitting data best and logarithms; arithmetic of rational expressions; with a straight line; modeling with systems of linear equa- solving equations involving rational expressions, tions; various ways of solving such systems; the concept including applications; roots and radicals. Other likely of optimizing under constraints, as exemplified by linear topics include solving two equations in two unknowns programming; financial modeling, including compound and some graphing. interest, the present value of money, and annuities; modeling with probability. MTH 101 INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA Prerequisite: Score above 36 on ACCUPLACER exam MTH 251 STATISTICS or MTH 090 with grade of “C-” or better. Prerequisite: MTH 102 or MTH 260 with grade of Requirement: “C-” or better “C-” or better. This course begins with a quick review of solving equa- Requirement: “C-” or better tions of one variable, and solving and graphing linear This course includes the following topics: descriptive systems of equalities and inequalities. Following this statistics, including the standard deviation and the normal review, the course proceeds with thorough explorations of curve; the design of surveys and experiments; introduc- properties of exponents; basic algebraic operations with tion to probability; probability distributions, and sampling polynomials and factoring; rational and radical distributions; confidence intervals; hypothesis testing; expressions and equations with applications; solving and simple linear regression and correlation; applica-tions to graphing quadratic equations with applications. Problem business, politics, and health; and the misuse of statistics. solving and practical applications will be stressed. MTH 260 BUSINESS CALCULUS I (4 UNITS) Prerequisite: Placement exam or MTH 102 with grade of “C-” or better. Requirement: “C-” or better This course includes the following topics: limits; the derivative as a limit; the product rule; the quotient rule;
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the chain rule; rates of change; marginal economics from PHI 303 ETHICS AND VALUES a calculus perspective; percentage rate of change; relative Prerequisites: ENG 102, PHI 255 extreme; applications of maximizing or minimizing; This course is an analysis of various theories of obligation, calculus as an aid in graphing; derivatives of exponential standards of right and wrong, and theories of value; and logarithmic functions; applications of exponential evaluation of these theories according to philosophic growth; exponential decay, and logarithmic growth; clarity and standards for scientific theories. Readings indefinite and definite integrals; integration by substitu- from the works of major moral philosophers such as tion; area and other applications of integration. Aristotle, Hobbes, Mill and Kant.
MTH 261 BUSINESS CALCULUS II (4 UNITS) PHI 482 SPECIAL TOPICS IN PHILOSOPHY Prerequisite: MTH 260 with grade of “C-” or better. (1-3 UNITS) Requirement: “C-” or better Prerequisite: Varies by subject This course includes a brief review of derivatives and These courses vary from semester to semester. The integrals; integration by parts; more applications of content emphasizes specific areas of special interest. integration; partial derivatives and some of their applica- tions in economics or business; a brief study of surfaces; PHI 498 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTED RESEARCH why the linear regression method works; multiple inte- IN PHILOSOPHY (1-3 UNITS) grals and applications; sequences and series of numbers For the course description, see “Individual Directed and the Maclaurin and Taylor series. Research.”
MTH 482 SPECIAL TOPICS IN MATHEMATICS (PED) (1-3 UNITS) Physical Education NOTE: Only 2 units of Physical Education can be taken Prerequisite: Varies by subject for a letter grade and count toward graduation and Content varies depending on interest of both teacher and grade point average (GPA). Additional physical educa- students. tion classes are graded on a “credit/no credit” basis.
MTH 498 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTED RESEARCH PED 099–196 GENERAL PHYSICAL EDUCATION IN MATHEMATICS (1-3 UNITS) ACTIVITIES (1 UNIT EACH) For the course description, see “Individual Directed These courses allow students to select activity, level, and Research.” time of preference. A wide variety of activities, such as the following, are offered: See schedule for current offerings. Philosophy (PHI) PED 099 – Intramural Activity PED 101 – Tennis PHI 160 LOGIC AND CRITICAL THINKING PED 103 – Individual Activity Prerequisites: ENG 102 PED 104 – Aerobic Activity This course is an introduction to the skill of rational PED 105 – Yoga argument, including analysis of grammatical structure PED 106 – Pilates as related to forms of argument; testing for argument PED 107 – Dance Aerobics validity; and identification of fallacies. Students will apply PED 108 – Body Conditioning the principles to everyday life and philosophical thought, PED 109 – Weight Training and will study both deductive and inductive argument PED 110 – Self Defense forms. PED 111 – Cross Training PED 112 – Kick Boxing PHI 255 INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY PED 113 – Recreational Conditioning Prerequisite: ENG 101 PED 115 – Performance Dance PED 116 – Indoor Soccer An introduction to major topics in philosophy, such as PED 117 – Advanced Body Conditioning God, knowledge and belief, mind and body, freedom PED 118 – Advanced Weight Training and determinism, right and wrong, and justice and PED 119 – Volleyball equality, with readings drawn from classical, modern PED 120 – Basketball and contemporary sources.
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PED 121 – Walking PSC 161 INTRODUCTORY PHYSICAL SCIENCE LAB PED 122 – Performance Flexibility (0 UNITS) PED 123 – Softball Laboratory exercises to accompany Introductory Physical PED 170 – Advanced Baseball Science. Concurrent enrollment with PSC 160. PED 171 – Advanced Men’s Golf PED 173 – Advanced Volleyball PSC 350 THE TECHNOLOGY OF SILICON VALLEY PED 174 – Advanced Men’s Basketball Prerequisite: A biological or physical science course PED 176 – Advanced Women’s Basketball with a lab PED 177 – Body Conditioning This course investigates the scientific basis for the tech- PED 178 – Advanced Women’s Soccer nological advances originating in Northern California. PED 179 – Advanced Softball Discussions will include a variety of topics including the PED 181 – Advanced Women’s Cross Country origins of the personal computer, the structure and PED 182 – Advanced Women’s Wrestling elucidation of the human genome and innovations in PED 183 – Special Topic: Hawaiian Dance telecommunications. PED 188 – Advanced Women’s Track and Field PED 189 – Advanced Women’s Golf (POL) PED 190 – Advanced Men’s Soccer Political Science PED 191 – Advanced Men’s Cross Country POL 150 INTRODUCTION TO POLITICAL SCIENCE PED 192 – Advanced Men’s Wrestling This course studies American political institutions as they PED 193 – Advanced Dance operate in practice and theory. The Constitution of the PED 194 – Advanced Cheer United States, the three branches of government, political PED 195 – Advanced Sports Performance parties, and the background of American democracy are PED 196 – Advanced Men’s Track and Field investigated.
VAR 207–295 VARSITY SPORTS (0 UNITS EACH) POL 350 CAMPAIGNS AND ELECTIONS VAR 207 – Track Prerequisite: POL 150 VAR 253 – Cross Country VAR 270 – Baseball Competition/Conditioning What campaign strategies work best and why? To what VAR 271 – Men’s Basketball Competition/Conditioning extent is the media’s campaign coverage helpful or harm- VAR 272 – Women’s Basketball Competition/Conditioning ful to voters? What does the nature of contemporary VAR 273 – Men’s Cross Country Competition/Conditioning campaigns say about the health of American democracy VAR 274 – Women’s Cross Country Competition/ and society at large? This class will examine academic Conditioning and popular literature, as well as documentary films, on VAR 278 – Men’s Soccer Competition/Conditioning these and other topics while simultaneously following the VAR 279 – Women’s Soccer Competition/Conditioning ongoing events of the current campaign season. VAR 280 – Softball Competition/Conditioning VAR 285 – Volleyball Competition/Conditioning POL 360 CALIFORNIA POLITICS VAR 286 – Men’s Wrestling Competition/Conditioning Prerequisite: POL 150 VAR 287 – Women’s Wrestling Competition/Conditioning This class will examine the politics of California, includ- VAR 291 – Men’s Golf Competition/Conditioning ing its political culture, electoral systems, and public VAR 292 – Women’s Golf Competition/Conditioning policy making. Considerable attention will be given to VAR 294 – Cross Country/Track & Field the power of the people, including initiatives and recall. Ongoing challenges to the state, including budget Physical Science (PSC) shortfalls and water politics, will also be discussed.
POL 482 SPECIAL TOPICS IN POLITICAL SCIENCE PSC 160 INTRODUCTORY PHYSICAL SCIENCE (1-3 UNITS) WITH LAB (4 UNITS) Prerequisites: Varies by subject A General Education physical science course comprising the principles of astronomy, geology, physics and related These courses vary from semester to semester. The sciences. Thought provoking contemporary topics from content emphasizes specific areas of special interest. the Big Bang to the evolution of the solar system and the earth will be studied.
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POL 498 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTED RESEARCH a survey of major developmental theories and an investi- IN POLITICAL SCIENCE (1-3 UNITS) gation of the assumptions common to all of them. For the course description, see “Individual Directed Research.” PSY 306 PSYCHOLOGY OF HUMAN SEXUALITY Prerequisite: PSY 101, ENG 102 Psychology (PSY) This course will offer a study of psychological aspects of human sexuality and their influence on gender identity PSY 101 INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY and sexual behavior at various stages of development. This course is an introductory survey of the subject mat- Selected topics include: research on sexuality; gender ter, fields, and methods of psychology. This course will roles; sexual dysfunction and therapeutic interventions; address theoretical perspectives as well as findings from sexual harassment; intimacy and communication skills; experimental research. The basic topics for inquiry in- and, the varieties of sexual behavior. clude consciousness, perception, learning, cognition, mo- tivation, emotion, development, personality, and social PSY 309 SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY psychology. Applications to industry, organizations, and Prerequisite: PSY 101, ENG 102 management of human resources will also be considered. This course studies the intersection of psychology and sociology, and addresses the extent to which individual PSY 303 PSYCHOLOGY OF LEARNING AND behavior is formed and controlled by social groups. COGNITION The influence of individual behavior on the nature of Prerequisite: PSY 101, ENG 102 groups will also be considered. Students will examine This course will cover the scientific research relating to principles of crowd behavior, prejudice, public opinion, the acquisition and maintenance of behavior and the aggression, obedience, cooperation, and leadership. cognitive processes related to memory. Topics will Applications to business, the legal system, and healthcare include classical conditioning, concept formation, and will be addressed. memory organization. Students will examine these top- ics from an experimental perspective with application PSY 311 PERSONALITY THEORY to areas such as behavior modification and information Prerequisite: PSY 101, ENG 102 processing. This course surveys both classic and current theories of personality. A variety of perspectives will be examined PSY 304 PSYCHOLOGY OF HUMAN MOTIVATION including psychodynamic, humanistic, behavioral, and AND EMOTION cognitive approaches. The study of individual theories Prerequisite: PSY 101, ENG 102 will further consider the implication of ideas for therapy, This course will address the physiological, cognitive, and diagnostic tools, and the use of theory to guide current social psychological theories of motivation and emotion. research. Theoretical perspectives as well as empirical findings will be examined in order to contrast need-drive themes with PSY 312 SPORTS PSYCHOLOGY incentive theories. Topics include the study of motivation Prerequisites: PSY 101, ENG 102 for competence, achievement, and affiliation. The This course surveys current issues and research in sports relationship between motivation and cognitive-affective psychology recognizing that sport is a microcosm of processes will also be considered. society and is influenced by cultural traditions, social values and psychosocial experiences. Topical areas to be PSY 305 PSYCHOLOGY OF HUMAN DEVELOPMENT included are as follows: sport aggression, violence and ACROSS THE LIFESPAN deviant behavior in sport, extrinsic and intrinsic motiva- Prerequisite: PSY 101, ENG 102 tion, personality and interpersonal relationships in sport, This course will study physical, cognitive, emotional, so- competitiveness, goal setting and peak performance, cial, moral, and personality characteristics of the various substance abuse, burnout and psychosocial rehabilitation. stages of human development. Additionally, the develop- This course emphasizes the understanding and applica- mental issues that are relevant to each phase of the life tion of theoretical paradigms and concepts to sports span (infancy, childhood, adolescence; early, middle, and events and pragmatic vocational settings. late adulthood) will be addressed. The course will include
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PSY 313 UNDERSTANDING DISABILITIES theme will carry over into PSY 401. NOTE: This course Prerequisites: ENG 102 is offered during the fall semester only. Enrollment is Individuals with some level of disability comprise 20% of limited to psychology majors and is to be taken during the the American population. That is 60 million and rising. fall semester of their senior year. The course is to be taken These individuals’ experiences within society are seldom sequentially with PSY 401. recognized or understood, instead ignored or misunder- stood. Interactions with individuals with disabilities are PSY 401 SENIOR THESIS often avoided, awkward, and/or uncomfortable. Our reac- Prerequisites: Senior standing, PSY 400. tions to and beliefs about disabilities influence our progress This course is a thematic one, with the year’s theme toward an equitable and inclusive society. A historical determined by the faculty. It is a seminar whose primary context of disability in the United States, terminology used focus is to discuss contemporary global issues in an inter- for defining and explaining disability, disability’s impact disciplinary context. Each student will write a major throughout life, popular culture’s role in distorting ideas research paper and participate in a formal presentation about disability, and emerging ethical issues are explored. to the college community of the fruits of their research. An innovative approach to viewing difference is pro- NOTE: This course is offered during the spring semester vided which assists in increasing awareness and under- only. Enrollment is limited to psychology majors, and is to standing of disabilities, and enriches interactions with be taken during the spring semester of their senior year. individuals who have disability differences. Awareness and observation activities are utilized for personal reflection PSY 411 BIOPSYCHOLOGY and experience with concepts and strategies for more ef- Prerequisites: PSY 101, BIO 101 fective interactions. This course introduces students to human physiology and Opportunities to learn about community support the human perceptual system. The relationship between resources and priority issues for the disability community; physiology, genetic determinants, and environmental con- and to interact with individuals with disabilities and ditions will be explored. The significance of each of these participate in disability related events are also to be factors for influencing human behavior will be emphasized. provided. Theoretical knowledge of these factors will be applied to the understanding of psychological and neuropsychologi- PSY 320 THE MENTOR AS LEADER (1 UNIT) cal impairments. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor This course is restricted to those students who have agreed PSY 412 PSYCHOLOGICAL DISORDERS to serve as peer mentors to the incoming freshmen and Prerequisite: PSY 101, ENG 102 transfer students. The sessions will provide a forum for the This course introduces the study of psychopathology and evaluation of, reflection on, and processing of experiences considers both historical and cross-cultural perspectives as a peer mentor. Class discussions will focus on topics of on mental illness. The survey begins with the traditional import to incoming students such as roommate conflicts, classifications of neuroses and psychoses, and focuses on the social scene, academics, study skills, sexuality, and contemporary classifications of psychological disorders. mental health. The manifestations of mental illness as well as etiological considerations will be emphasized. Diagnostic tools and PSY 400 EMPIRICAL RESEARCH METHODS AND therapeutic interventions will also be addressed. EVALUATION Prerequisites: ENG 102, MTH 102, PHI 160, PSY 305, PSY 415 COMMUNICATION AND COUNSELING PSY 411; and two additional upper division psychol- SKILLS ogy courses. Recommended courses include PSY311, Prerequisite: PSY 101, ENG 102 PSY304 and PSY482x. This course will involve a systematic study of the commu- This course introduces students to empirical methodolo- nication skills that are required for conducting interviews gies and evaluation techniques used in the social sciences. and counseling. The ethical issues associated with psycho- This will involve both qualitative and quantitative meth- therapy, as well as cultural differences in styles of commu- ods, with a particular emphasis on the use, evaluation and nication will also be addressed. Additional topics that will presentation of data. The broad themes of the course be surveyed include: major theoretical approaches to will be set by the faculty, with students selecting a theme psychotherapy; and, approaches to working with children to research from within the faculty-selected theme. The
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and families. As the focus of the course will be on the throughout life, popular culture’s role in distorting ideas development and application of specific competencies, about disability, and emerging ethical issues are explored. this course is strongly encouraged for those students who An innovative approach to viewing difference is pro- intend to pursue internship opportunities. vided, which assists in increasing awareness and under- standing of disabilities, and enriches interactions with PSY 482 SPECIAL TOPICS IN PSYCHOLOGY individuals who have disability differences. Awareness and (1-3 UNITS) observation activities are utilized for personal reflection Prerequisites: Varies by subject and experience with concepts and strategies for more Occasionally, special topics will be offered in the psychol- effective interactions. ogy curriculum. They are selected for their contemporary Opportunities to learn about community support interest and may be courses in applied psychology, con- resources and priority issues for the disability community; temporary issues in psychology, or in-depth studies of a and to interact with individuals with disabilities and par- particular area of psychology. ticipate in disability-related events are also to be provided.
PSY 498 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTED RESEARCH SSC 350 GLOBAL STUDIES IN PSYCHOLOGY (1-3 UNITS) Prerequisite: ENG 102, SSC 150 For the course description, see “Individual Directed Immigration, transnationalism & global studies is dedi- Research.” cated to understanding and promoting the role of human rights through an interdisciplinary education of contempo- PSY 499 INTERNSHIP IN MAJOR FIELD (6 UNITS) rary issues in an increasingly globalized world. This course Prerequisite: PSY 101 seeks to journey through a theoretical as well as applied Internships provide an opportunity for hands-on experi- understanding of both the positive and negative implica- ence in an area in the field of psychology that the student tions of globalization. We will study current issues of the may want to pursue. Also see “Internships” for general gendered, racialized, and economically stratified effects of information and policies. globalization, and political as well as grassroots responses. The course will seek to understand struggles and revolu- tions in the new global order vis-à-vis a critical exploration Social Science (SSC) of human rights and hegemony. Finally, this course will consider various strategies for social transformation and SSC 150 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL SCIENCE forms of resistance. This introductory course identifies the similarities and differences between the disciplines within the social SSC 482 SPECIAL TOPICS IN SOCIAL SCIENCE sciences. The course will address major topics that are (1-3 UNITS) common to these disciplines such as: the concept of self; Prerequisite: Varies by Subject. socialization; group processes; culture; and, diversity. Content varies depending on the interest of both the Applications to employment in fields such as government, teacher and the student. business, and non-profit organizations will also be sur- veyed. SSC 498 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTED RESEARCH IN SOCIAL SCIENCE (1-3 UNITS) SSC 313 UNDERSTANDING DISABILITIES For the course description, see “Individual Directed Prerequisites: ENG 102 Research.” Individuals with some level of disability comprise 20% of the American population. That is 60 million and rising. (SPA) These individuals’ experiences within society are seldom Spanish recognized or understood, instead ignored or misunder- SPA 101 INTRODUCTORY SPANISH 1 stood. Interactions with individuals with disabilities are This course covers pronunciation, elements of Spanish often avoided, awkward, and/or uncomfortable. Our reac- grammar, oral and written drills. Spanish verbs, regular tions to and beliefs about disabilities influence our prog- and irregular, in the indicative mood. Vocabulary building ress toward an equitable and inclusive society. A historical and reading of simple Spanish prose. context of disability in the United States, terminology used for defining and explaining disability, disability’s impact
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SPA 102 INTRODUCTORY SPANISH 2 (3 UNITS) are analyzed. Organizational behavior and approaches to Prerequisite: Placement exam or SPA 101 with a “C-” managing groups, individuals, and contract employees are or better also investigated. This course is a continuation of Spanish 101. The Spanish verb in the passive and subjunctive mood. Oral and SMG 303 HISTORY OF SPORTS written exercises. Prerequisites: MGT 101 This course focuses on the historical development of sport. SPA 250 INTERMEDIATE SPANISH 3 Areas of interest include the examination of the major Prerequisite: Placement exam or SPA 102 with a “C-” pre-historical and historical epochs with an emphasis on or better management issues. Philosophical and theoretical perspec- This course covers intermediate grammar, taught and tives, social and cultural issues, and evolving models of discussed in Spanish with daily oral and written exercises. sports management are analyzed. Modern issues including Reading from modern Spanish literature. Oral and the development of sports broadcasting, the Educational written reports. Amendments Act of 1972 (Title IX), and formation of professional teams and leagues are also investigated. The SPA 251 INTERMEDIATE SPANISH 4 evolution and categorization of sportive contests provide Prerequisite: Placement exam or SPA 250 with a “C-” additional areas of study. or better SMG 401 LEGAL AND SOCIAL ISSUES IN SPORTS This course is a continuation of Spanish 250. Readings MANAGEMENT from literary Spanish works. Oral and written exercises. Prerequisites: MGT 206, SMG 300 Composition and reading. This course offers an overview of legal and social issues in SPA 325 ADVANCED SPANISH the sports industry. We refer to both the heart of sport and the cultural context of sport as we consider legal issues a Prerequisite: Placement exam or SPA 251 with a “C-” professional of college sports enterprise encounters today, or better plus those that loom on the horizon. Those issues include This course covers oral and written composition. Reading matters of contract, employment, labor, agency, tort, tax, and discussion in class of literature in the Spanish origi- antitrust,corporate, criminal, and constitutional law. We nals. Outside readings and written reports in Spanish. also address selected issues related to player contracts, Translation exercises. The class is conducted entirely in injury liability, broadsiding agreements, endorsement Spanish. contacts, stadium finances, club valuation, college player compensation, Title IX, drug testing, and gambling. SPA 482 SPECIAL TOPICS IN SPANISH (1- 3 UNITS) Prerequisite: Varies by subject SMG 402 MARKETING AND ADVERTISING IN These courses vary from semester to semester. The THE SPORTS INDUSTRY content emphasizes specific areas of special interest. Prerequisites: MKT 316, SMG 300 The application of marketing and advertising science to SPA 498 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTED RESEARCH all realms of the sports industry are examined in this IN SPANISH (1- 3 UNITS) course. This includes professional and semi-professional For the course description, see “Individual Directed sports, intercollegiate, interscholastic and intramural Research.” sport; amateur sport; and commercial and public sport and recreational facilities, clubs, resorts, and service organiza- Sports Management (SMG) tions and the special nature and needs of sports organi- zations. A view of the international sports business and SMG 300 SPORTS ORGANIZATION AND BUSINESS ethical issues in sports marketing and advertising are also Prerequisite: MGT 101 investigated. This course examines the application of the principles of management to sporting organizations. Various entities in the sports industry including professional franchises, collegiate sports organizations and retail sports businesses
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SMG 404 ETHICS IN SPORTS MANAGEMENT lab-based tutorials in each of the four software packages. Prerequisite: SMG 300 Class sessions will introduce basic concepts and special This course focuses on ethical considerations in the man- features of the software appropriate to the Menlo College agement of the sports industry. Topics covered include curriculum. Students must complete this course by the end theories of personal and professional ethics, social and of that of second semester. cultural issues, and models of management. Modern issues STS 150 PERSONAL FINANCE FOR COLLEGE concerning violence, gambling, athletic endorsements (1 UNIT) and equity in sport are also discussed. Case studies are Personal Finance for College is a course intended for fresh- presented and students debate in class contemporary man college students. The goal is to prepare them for the ethical issues in sports management. financial decisions they are making as they become inde- SMG 412 ECONOMICS OF SPORTS pendent college students, and to provide them with basic money management skills. Prerequisite: ECO 201, SMG 300 This applied economics course explores various aspects of the economics of sports and sports leagues, with a major focus on empirical analysis. We will consider a number of topics, including: the business and economics of profes- sional team sports and sports broadcasting, analysis of leagues’ competitive balance policies, player relations issues including analysis of the drivers of players’ salaries, the public finance aspects of professional sports teams and stadium financing, and relevant issues in collegiate sports.
Study Skills (STS)
STS 090 MENLO SUCCESS (1 UNIT) The purpose of this course is to help students improve their skills in test-taking, note-taking, time and stress management. It also serves as a forum for discussion about social coping skills and connecting to the Menlo community. NOTE: This is a 1-unit developmental course —unit does not count for graduation or grade point average, but does count in establishing full-time status.
STS 100 TRANSITION TO COLLEGE (1 UNIT) The purpose of this course is to help new students make a successful transition to Menlo College, both academically and personally. This course aims to promote engagement in the curricular and co-curricular life of the college, foster community engagement with a service project, articulate to students the expectations of the college and its faculty, help students develop and apply appropriate academic strategies to their coursework, and assist students as they continue to clarify their purpose, meaning, and direction.
STS 101 MICROCOMPUTER SOFTWARE LITERACY (1 UNIT) A tutorial-based course to develop basic user literacy in word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation graphics software. Students will learn the basic features of Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint by completing
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MANAGEMENT TEAM FULL-TIME FACULTY Evan Lau: Associate Professor, Biology (2016). The following is a list of the The following is a list of full-time B.S., M.S., University of Illinois; Management Team. The dates refer faculty. The dates refer to the year in Ph.D., University of Wisconsin. to the year in which each joined which each joined Menlo College. Menlo College. Michael Laufer: Lecturer, Jodie Austin: Assistant Professor, Mathematics (2016). Steven Weiner, President (2013). English (2015). B.A., Sonoma State University; B.S., Northeastern University, B.A., University of California, M.S., Ph.D., CUNY Graduate Center. M.B.A., University of Chicago. Santa Barbara; M.A., Ph.D., Brandeis University. Dima Leshchinskii: Associate Grande Lum, Provost & Vice Professor, Finance (2010). President for Academic Affairs (2018). Shilpa Dasgupta: Lecturer & Math B.S., Tomsk State University; B.A., University of California, Berkeley; Center Director (2017). M.B.A., University of Utah; J.D., Harvard Law School. M.Sc., Jadavpur University; Ph.D., INSEAD. M.S., Ph.D., University of Colorado, Priscila Casanova de Souza, Dean Denver. Anne Linvill: Instruction and of Enrollment Management (2015). Circulation Services Librarian (2007). B.A., Menlo College; Soumendra De: Professor, B.A., Stanford University; M.B.A., Golden Gate University. Finance (2009). M.A., University of Washington; B.S., Indian Institute of Technology; M.L.I.S., San Jose State University. Valeria Molteni, Dean of Library M.B.A., Indian Institute of Services (2018). Management; Kathi Lovelace: Associate Professor, Licenciature, National University D.B.A., Southern Illinois University. Management (2011). of Mar del Plata; B.A., M.B.A., Western Washington MSIS, University of Texas at Austin. Stephanie Dellande: Professor, University; Marketing (2009). Ph.D., University of Massachusetts. Andrea Peeters, B.S., Loyola University; Dean of Student Affairs (2014). M.A., University of California, Mostafa Maksy: Visiting Professor, B.A., Washington State University; Riverside; Accounting (2018). M.A., Loyola Marymount University; Ph.D., University of California, Irvine. M.B.A., New York University; Ph.D., Capella University. M.Phil., Ph.D., Baruch College. Fabian Eggers: Associate Professor, Angela Schmiede, Vice President Marketing (2010). Craig Medlen: Professor, Economics for Student Success (2013). M.B.A., University of Hamburg; (1972). B.S., M.Ed., Vanderbilt University; Ph.D., Leuphana University of B.A., University of California, Berkeley; M.A., Ph.D., Stanford University. Luneburg. Ph.D., University of California, Santa Barbara. Keith Spataro, Vice President Shalini Gopalkrishan: Visiting for Enrollment & Athletics (2001). Professor, Management (2015). Lisa Mendelman: Assistant B.A., San Francisco State University; B.S., St. Havier’s College; Professor, English (2016). M.A., St. Mary’s College. M.B.A., Indian Institute of B.A., M.A., Stanford University; Management. Ph.D., University of California, Frank Wasilewski, CPA, Los Angeles. Vice President for Finance & Mark J. Hager: Professor, Administration and CFO (2018). Psychology (1993). Melissa Michelson: Professor, B.S. Sonoma State; B.A., Golden Gate University; Political Science (2010). M.B.A, University of San Francisco. Ed.M., Harvard University; B.A., Columbia University; Ph.D., University of Michigan. M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D., Yale University.
Nicole Jackson: Assistant Professor, Robert Mulvey: Lecturer, Management (2017). Management (2018). B.A., University of California, Berkeley; B.A., Franklin & Marshall College; M.B.A., University of San Francisco; M.B.A., New York University. M.S., Boston College; Ph.D., University of California, Berkeley.
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Bruce Paton: Professor, Management FACULTY EMERITI Jesse Bingham: Adjunct Professor, (2016). Psychology (2009). B.A., Wesleyan University; Donald J. Albers 1968-1994 B.S., Brigham Young University; M.B.A., Stanford University; Eugene Bales 1962-2000 M.S., Purdue University. Ph.D., University of California, Alfred L. Brokes 1976-1994 Santa Cruz. Carolle J. Carter 1976-1994 Roy Blitzer: Adjunct Professor, James P. Conlan 1971-1994 English (2014). Melissa Poulsen: Lecturer, Donald Drury 1972-1995 B.A., Vassar College; English (2015). Jan T. Dykstra 1963-1994 M.S., Columbia University; B.A., University of San Francisco; Howard East 1965-1995 M.F.A., University of San Francisco. M.A., University of California, James Good 1976-1986 Santa Cruz. Diane Harvey 1979-2002 Benny Boveda: Adjunct Professor, Claudie Hester 1970-2001 Marketing (2015). Sean Pradhan: Assistant Professor, Philip Hutcheon 1975-1990 B.S., M.B.A., University of Phoenix. Management (2018). Kathryn Lanson 1989-1994 B.A., San Francisco State University; Robert Malm 1961-1990 Duane Brooks: Adjunct Professor, M.A., San Jose State University; Arthur Richards 1985-2007 Marketing (2017). Ph.D., University of Michigan. William Rolloson 1969-1990 B.S., Kutztown University of Raymond L. Solari 1972-1995 Pennsylvania; Lowell Pratt: Lecturer, English, Jack Thomas 1976-1988 M.B.A., California State University, Humanities (1980). Charles Vanderlip 1963-1991 Stanislaus; B.A., Harvard University; Ling-Erl Eileen T. Wu 1982-1994 Ed.D., University of Nebraska, Lincoln. M.A., San Francisco State University. Jeffrey Burkholder: Adjunct Leslie Sekerka: Professor, ADJUNCT FACULTY Professor, ESL English (2017). Management (2007). B.A., University of California, Berkeley; B.A., Baldwin-Wallace College; The following adjunct faculty members M.A., Ph.D., University of Paris III; M.A., Cleveland State University; have taught at Menlo College for one or La Sorbonne Nouvelle. Ph.D., Case Western Reserve University. more years. The dates refer to the year in which each faculty member began Robert Campbell: Adjunct Professor, Annika Steiber: Assistant Professor, teaching at Menlo College. A listing Management (2018). English (2012). of teaching assignments by semester B.A., University of Memphis; M.S., Ph.D., Chalmers University of may be obtained through the Office of Technology. M.A., Southern Methodist University; Academic Affairs. J.D., University of Memphis. Manish Tewari: Associate Professor, Charles Adelberg: Adjunct Professor, Finance (2015). Donald Campodonico: Economics (2016). B.Tech., Indian Institute of Technology; Adjunct Professor, Management (2017). B.A., Cornell University; M.B.A., University of Arkansas; B.S., M.B.A., San Francisco State M.S., Ph.D. University of Minnesota. Ph.D., University of Central Florida. University; D.B.A., Golden Gate University. Erik Bakke: Adjunct Professor, Frances Turner: Assistant Professor, English (2011). Marketing (2007). Caroline Casper: Adjunct Professor, B.A., University of California, Berkeley; A.B., Harvard University; English (2017). M.A., New York University. M.B.A., University of Chicago; B.A. and B.S., Miami University; D.B.A., Grenoble Ecole de Management. M.A., Columbia College Chicago; Marianne Bhonslay: Adjunct (on leave 2018-2019) M.F.A., University of San Francisco. Professor, English (2009). Marianne Marar Yacobian: B.A., Vassar College; Gary Castro: Adjunct Professor, Associate Professor, Social Science M.S., Columbia University Graduate Marketing (2017). (2007). School of Journalism; B.S., San Jose State University; B.A., University of California, Davis; M.F.A., University of San Francisco. M.A., Gonzaga University. M.A., Ph.D., University of San Francisco. Mark Bichsel: Adjunct Professor, Accounting (2017). Janis Zaima: Professor, Accounting B.A., Gonzaga University; & Finance (2013). M.P.A., M.B.A., California State B.A., M.B.A., Ph.D., University of University, East Bay. Washington.
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Mark Cazem: Adjunct Professor, Brennen Facchini: Adjunct Professor, Barbara Hecker: Adjunct Professor, International Management (2017). Psychology (2015). Management Information B.A., San Francisco State University; B.A., Menlo College; Systems (2006). J.D., University of California, M.A., Saint Mary’s College. B.S., San Jose State University; Hasting College of the Law; M.S., Golden Gate University; M.B.A., San Francisco State University. Stephanie Felix: Adjunct Professor, M.S., University of Maryland; History (2014). Ph.D., Nova Southeastern University. Arthur Chait: Adjunct Professor, B.A., Howard University; Management (2017). M.A., University of Wisconsin; Kristy Holland: Adjunct Professor, B.S., Rutgers University; Ph.D., Temple University. History (2017). M.B.A., University of Pittsburgh. B.A., University of the Pacific; Ken Fowler: Adjunct Professor, M.A., San Francisco State University. Clifford Chernick: Adjunct Professor, Accounting (2014). Business Law (2017). B.S., Mankato State University; Dylan Houle: Adjunct Professor, B.A., University of California Berkeley; M.B.T., University of Minnesota; Internship (2017). J.D., University of California, Ph.D., University of Mississippi. B.A., San Francisco State University; Hasting College of the Law. M.S., Fordham University. Swapan Ghosh: Adjunct Professor, Reagan Clark: Adjunct Professor, Marketing (2018). Caitlin Jeffrey: Adjunct Professor, English (2018). B.T., M.T., Indian Institute of History (2012). B.A., M.A., California State University, Technology; B.A., University of San Francisco; Fresno. M.B., Santa Clara University; M.A., University of Notre Dame; Ph.D., Loughborough University. Ph.D., University of California, Irvine. Robert Chow: Adjunct Professor, Management Information Systems Emma Gordon: Adjunct Professor, Lauren John: Adjunct Professor, (2015). Human Resources (2011). English (2017). B.S., San Francisco State University; B.S., University of California, Berkeley; B.A., Binghamton University; M.S., Golden Gate University. M.S.A., John F. Kennedy University. M.L.S., St. John’s University; M.A., Boston University. Ruth Conza-Roman: Adjunct Pamela Gullard: Adjunct Professor, Professor, Spanish (2013). English (2008). Julie Juergens: Adjunct Professor, B.A., Catholic University, Santa Maria; B.A., Stanford University; Management (2015). M.A, San Francisco State University. M.A., Notre Dame de Namur University. B.A., University of California, Davis; A.M., Stanford University. Esra Coskun: Adjunct Professor, Loubna Hafiani-Hafid: Adjunct ESL English (2017). Professor, French (2006). Kiran Khatri: Adjunct Professor, B.A., Bogazici University; B.A., Université des Lettres of Meknès; Economics (2018). M.A., University of Leicester; D.E.A., Université des Lettres of Rabat; B.A., University of Delhi; Ph.D., Purdue University. M.A., San Jose State University. M.A., Rabindra Bharati University; M.B.A., Kathmandu University; Nicholas DeJosia: Adjunct Professor, John Harding: Adjunct Professor, M.S., University of Delaware. Mass Communications (2014). Management (2013). B.A., Dowling College; B.A., University of California, Pallavi Kidambi: Adjunct Professor, M.A., C.U.N.Y. Lehman College. Santa Cruz; English (2018). M.A., J.D., University of California, B.A., St. John’s University; Andrew Delunas: Adjunct Professor, Berkeley. M.S., City University of New York at Philosophy (2014). City College. B.A., M.A., University of Missouri. Zaki Hasan: Adjunct Professor, Mass Communications (2009). Helene Kim: Adjunct Professor, B.A., Columbia College, Chicago; Management (2018). Michael Durrigan: Adjunct Professor, M.A., San Jose State University. A.B., Harvard University; Mathematics (2014). J.D., Harvard Law School. B.S., M.S., San Diego State University. Ajay Hauzaree: Adjunct Professor, Management Information Systems (2015). M.S., University College London.
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Charles Krackeler: Adjunct Professor, Joseph O’Connell: Adjunct Professor, Ali Rahbar: Adjunct Professor, Real Estate (2018). History (2014). Mathematics (2018). B.A., Gonzaga University; B.A., University of California, Irvine; B.S., UT; M.S., California University of M.A., Ph.D., University of California, M.S., Ph.D., University of California, Pennsylvania. Santa Cruz. Los Angeles.
Sara Manuel: Adjunct Professor, Mary Orr: Adjunct Professor, Jeff Rascov: Adjunct Professor, Psychology (2017). Management Information Systems Management Information Systems B.S., Florida State University; (2017). (2011). M.S., Florida Atlantic University; B.A., San Jose State University. B.A., LaRoche College; Ph.D., Rutgers, The State Universtiy M.F.A., Rochester Institute of of New Jersey. Zach Osborne: Adjunct Professor, Technology. Internship (2014). Kathryn McQueen: Adjunct B.B.A., M.Ed., University of Cincinnati. Laurie Seidler: Adjunct Professor, Professor, English (2017). English (2018). B.A., University of Illinois; Michael Pauker: Adjunct B.A., Yale University; Ph.D., Stanford University; Professor, Art (2008). M.F.A., California College of the Arts. M.S., University of Illinois. B.F.A., State University of New York; M.F.A., Mills College. Mary Selph: Adjunct Professor, Arman Medina: Adjunct Professor, English (2017). Management (2017). Jane Paul: Adjunct Professor, B.A., Hofstra University; B.S., M.A., University of San Francisco. Management (2018). M.F.A., Texas State University; B.A., Antioch University; Ph.D., Virginia Commonwealth Donald Mendoza: Adjunct Professor, M.A., University of California, University. Mathematics (2014). Los Angeles. B.S., California State Polytechnic Sarahann Shapiro: Adjunct University, San Luis Obispo; Andrea Peeters: Adjunct Professor, Professor, Law (2018). M.S., Ph.D., University of California, Dean of Student Affairs (2014). B.A., University of California, Riverside; Berkeley. B.A., Washington State University; J.D., Santa Clara University School of M.A., Loyola Marymount University; Law. Joseph Migler: Adjunct Professor, Ph.D., Capella University. Mathematics (2018). Tricia Soto: Adjunct Librarian (2014). B.S., University of California, Jessica Perla-Collibee: Adjunct B.A., University of California, Berkeley; Santa Barbara; Professor, Spanish (2006). M.L.I.S., San Jose State University. M.A., Ph.D., University of Colorado. B.A., University of California, Santa Barbara; Jennifer Stookey: Adjunct Professor, Sharyn Moore: Adjunct Professor, M.A., Tufts University. Accounting (2017). Psychology (1999). B.A., University of California, B.A., Menlo College; Ly-Huong Pham: Adjunct Professor, Bakersfield; M.A., College of Notre Dame; Management Information Systems M.S., California Polytechnic State M.S., Pacific Graduate School of (2013). University, San Luis Obispo. Psychology. B.A., M.S., Boston University; M.B.A., Pepperdine University; Robert Thomas: Adjunct Professor, Kevin Nelson: Adjunct Professor, Ph.D., Fielding Graduate University. Law (2017). Management (2017). B.A., University of California, B.S., Santa Clara University; Lakiba Pittman: Adjunct Professor, Los Angeles; M.A., San Francisco State University. Humanities (2012). J.D., University of California, B.A., San Jose State University; Hasting College of the Law. Marianne Neuwirth: Adjunct M.A., University of San Francisco. Professor, Communications (2014). Arthurlene Towner: Adjunct B.S., Colorado State University; Janice Quackenbush: Adjunct Professor, Humanities (2013). M.A., San Jose State University; Professor, Management (2010). B.A., San Francisco State University; Ph.D., University of Utah. B.A., M.A. University of New York, M.A., Smith College; Albany. Ph.D., University of California, Berkeley.
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Rachel Turner: Adjunct Professor, Mark Fowler: Assistant Athletic DIRECTORS & STAFF English (2017). Director (2014). B.A., University of California, B.S., California State University, Alan Alvarez Santa Barbara; Hayward; Assistant Director of Admissions M.A., King’s College, London. M.A., San Jose State University. Emebet Aklilu Goolrukh Vakil: Adjunct Professor, Aaron Gillespie: Sports Information Student Affairs Coordinator Psychology, (2017). Director (2013). B.S., University of Bombay; B.S., Bowling Green State University. Derek Ayoob M.S., University of Michigan; Financial Aid Counselor M.A. New College of California; Christen Hardee: Head Softball Ph.D., Sofia University. Coach (2016). Erik Bakke B.S., Humbolt State University; Director of the Writing Center and William Widmer: Adjunct Professor, M.A., Texas Women’s University. Intensive English Program Management (2017). B.S., M.B.A., Texas Christian University. Keith Lambert: Head Men’s Soccer Abel S. Banuelos Coach (2017). Facilities Technician Hiram Willis: Adjunct Professor, B.S., Humboldt State University. Management (2006). Saygbe Biawogi B.S., University of Southern California; Joey Martinez: Head Men’s Wrestling Technical Services Manager M.B.A., Claremont University. Coach /Director of Wrestling (2008). B.A., Menlo College. Kenneth Bowman ATHLETIC COACHES & STAFF Director of Admissions Operations Karl Reyes: Head Weightlifting Coach Kaniela Aiona: Head Men’s Basketball (2018). Calvin Choi Coach (2015). Web Applications Administrator B.A., Webster University; Zlatan Sahmanovic: Head Women’s M.A., Central Methodist University. Soccer Coach (2018) Shilpa Dasguta B.A., Humboldt State University Math Center Director Joey Bareng: Associate Head Women’s M.A., Concordia University. Wrestling Coach (2013). Dan Deaver B.S., San Francisco State University. Denise Sheldon: Head Women’s Senior Facilities Technician Volleyball Coach (2017). Victor Brankovich: B.A., University of Nevada; Manasi Devdhar-Mane Director of Sports Performance (2015) M.S., American Public University. Director of International Student B.A., Menlo College. Admissions Keith Spataro: Director of Athletics John Carrion: Head Baseball Coach (2001). Rick Edge (2017). B.A., San Francisco State University; Director of Security B.A., University of California, Davis; M.A., St. Mary’s College. M.S. California State University, Roy Estrada East Bay. Shannon Spataro: Head General Ledger Accounting Manager Women’s Basketball Coach (2008). Robert Dalnoki: Assistant Athletic B.A., Pitzer College; Justine Fiesta Trainer (2011). M.A., Lynn University. Assistant Director of Admissions B.S., M.A., California State University, East Bay. Jonathan Surface: Assistant Athletic Navita Goel Director-Club, Intramurals and Business Operations Analyst Stefan Evano: Head Rowing Coach Recreation (2015). (2018). Dylan Houle B.S., Oregon State University. Ashley Vogds: Head Athletic Trainer Associate Director of Internships & (2014). Career Services B.S., Winona State University; M.A., San Jose State University. Jake Kelman Director of Mental Health Services
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Patty Lev Brittany Santos CHANGES TO THIS CATALOG AND Director of Academic Advising Administrative Coordinator, STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY Academic Affairs Menlo College reserves the right to Jamie Linton modify, delete, or supplement the terms, Assistant Director of Admissions Jaagriti Sharma provisions, and policies set forth or Marketing Manager referred to in this Catalog. Such rights Anne Linvill shall include, but not be limited to: Instruction and Circulation Services Jessica Soliai modifications, additions and deletions Librarian Director of Multicultural Services and regarding admissions procedures, Community Involvement tuition, fees, courses of instruction, pro- Margaret McFarland grams of study, faculty listings, academic Director for the Center for Real Estate Robert Talbott grading policies, and general rules and Director, Facilities Planning & regulations. Cindy McGrew Operations Menlo College has established certain Director, Academic Affairs Operations academic requirements that must be met Linda Teutschel before a degree is granted. This catalog Cheryl Mejia Director of Operations summarizes the total requirements that Assistant Registrar a student must presently meet before Judy Wasmann academically qualifying for a degree Pat Murphy Learning Services Manager/Academic from Menlo College. Advisors, program Facilities Maintenance Manager Advisor directors/coordinators, and deans are available to help the student understand Venkat “Jay” Naidu and arrange to meet these requirements, Director, Human Resources & Security but the student is ultimately responsible Board of Trustees to ensure that all academic require- Marianne Neuwirth ments are fulfilled. Director of Oral Communication MEMBERS Registration as a student at the Col- Programs lege acknowledges notice and acceptance of the College’s reservation of rights set CHAIR Zach Osborne forth above. T. Geir Ramleth ’87 Director of Internships & Career Services VICE CHAIR Director of Study Abroad Micah Kane ’91 Mike Palmieri Thomas (Tom) Byers Academic Advisor/Disability Services Alma Clayton-Pedersen Specialist Andrea (Andy) Cunningham
Mike Paneitz Howard (Howie) Dallmar ’74 Student Account Manager James (Jim) A. Davlin Chris Garrett ’94 Hao Phan J. Michael (Mike) Gullard Staff Accountant David C. Irmer, Sr. ’58 Andrey Poliakov Jordan Long ’09 Web Marketing & Social Media Manager Larry Lopez ’84 Laurie Shaw Kristina Powers Tyler Edelstein Tuttle Director of Institutional Effectiveness Ben Wagner Cristine Rabago Registrar TRUSTEE EMERITUS John Henry Felix ’49 Tess Rewick Julie Filizetti Assistant Director of Admissions/ Campus Experience Charles (Chop) J. Keenan III ’66
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INDEX College Major/Concentration Work-Study 19 Requirements 36 Firearms, Fireworks 27 A Commencement Eligibility 21 French Course Descriptions 62 Academic Advising 32 Community Service 28 Full-Time Student Status 38 Academic Calendar 4-5 Computer and Media Labs 31 Academic Disqualification 43 Concurrent Enrollment 39 G Academic Freedom (Faculty) 9 Cost of Attendance 16 General Education Requirements 47-49 Academic Integrity Policy 27, 41 Counseling Services 24 Governance (College) 9 Academic Loads (See Enrollment Status) 38 Course Descriptions 55-82 Grade Petitions 43 Academic Petitions 39, 42, 43 Course Withdrawal 19, 40 Grade Point Average (GPA) 39 Academic Policies and Procedures 36 Curriculum 47-54 Grade Replacements 41 Academic Progress 17, 42 Grades 39 Academic Probation 42 D Graduation & Commencement 21 Academic Recognition 41 Damage to Property 27 Graduation Petition Deadlines 21 Academic Services 32 Dean’s List 41 Guest Visitation 27 Academic Success Center 35 Degrees 20 Academic Transcripts 46 Degree Requirements 47 H Academic Warning 42 Diploma Distribution & Degree Health Course Descriptions 62 Accounting Course Descriptions 55 Verification 21 Health Insurance 24, 26, 29 Accounting Major 50 Directory Information 45 History (College) 8 Adding/Dropping Classes 44 Disability Services for Students 13,32 History Course Descriptions 62 Administrative & Involuntary Double Majors 36 Honesty in Academic Work 27 Withdrawal 43 Dropping/Adding Classes 44 Honor Societies (Academic) 42 Admission 10 Drugs on Campus 27 Honors at Graduation 21 Advanced Placement 12, 38 Housing (on campus) Advising (Academic) 32 E Information 25 Alcohol 26 Economics Course Descriptions 58 Refunds 15, 26 Alpha Chi Honor Society 42 English Course Descriptions 59 Room and Board Cost 14 Application Calendar 10 English Placement Test 36 Human Resources Management Art Course Descriptions 57 English Proficiency Exam 60 Option 51 Articulation Agreements 38 Enrollment Certification 45 Courses 64 Athletics 29 Enrollment Status & Academic Loads 38 Humanities Course Descriptions 64 Athletic Coaches List 87 Exchange Programs 20 Attendance and Participation 43 I F Incomplete Grade 40 B F-1 Student Visas 11, 24 Individual Directed Research 65 Bachelor of Arts Programs 20 Faculty List 83-88 Insurance (Health) 14, 26, 29 Bachelor of Science Programs 20 Fax Numbers (Campus Offices) 7 Intercollegiate Athletics 29 Biology Course Descriptions 57 FERPA (Family Education Rights and International Management Board of Trustees 88 Privacy Rights) 45 Option 51 Bowman Library 34, 48 Fees (see Tuition and Fees) 14 Course Descriptions 66 Business Degrees 52 Federal Grants 18 International Student Admission 11-13 Federal Loans 18 International Student Services 24 C Federal Work-Study 19 Internet Services (Housing) 25 Cable Services (Housing) 25 Finance Course Descriptions 61 Internships 67 Cal Grants 17 Finance Major 51 Involuntary Withdrawal 43 Calendar (Academic) 4-6 Financial Aid 16-19 iPad Learning Lab 31 Campus Store 28 Apply 17 Career Services 32 Athletic Awards 19 L Cars 27 Eligibility 17 Leadership Opportunities for Students 24 Catalog (Changes to) 88 Estimated Cost of Attendance 16 Learning Resource Centers 34 Change of Degree and/or Concentration 41 Expected Family Contribution 17 Leave of Absence 43 Chinese Course Descriptions 58 FAFSA 18 Library 34 Class Level 45 Grants 18 Literature Course Descriptions 67 Clubs 23 Loans 18 Loans (Student) 18 College Level Examination Program Satisfactory Academic Progress 17 Location (College) 8 (CLEP) 38 Scholarships and Awards 19 Student Responsibilities 17
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M Q W Mail Service (Students) 27 Qualifying for Financial Aid 17 Warning (Academic) 42 Major (Academic Program) 20 Weapons 27 Majors 20 R Wireless Network 31 Management Readmission Application Procedures 12 Withdrawal Major 51 Records and Registration 44 Administrative and Involuntary 43 Core Requirements 53 Refunds Grade 40 Course Descriptions 68 Housing 15 Voluntary 44 Management Information Systems Tuition 15 Work-Study 19 Option 51 Registration 44 Workplace Education 38 Course Descriptions 71 Repeated Courses 41 Management Team (College) 83 Reserve Officers’ Training CorpsROTC ( ) 38 Marketing Communications Residence Halls 25 Option 54 Residence Requirements (Housing) 25 Marketing Major 52 Residency Requirements (Academic) 36 Management Major 53 Restricted Documents 45 Mass Communication Course Retention of Records 45 Descriptions 74 Room and Board Costs 14, 16 Mathematics Course Descriptions 75 Math Placement Test 36 S Menlo Clubs and Organizations 24 Scholarships (Merit & Need-Based) 19 Menlo Grants 18 Social Science Course Descriptions 80 Menlo Leadership Opportunities 24 Spanish Course Descriptions 80 Merit Based Scholarships 19 Sports Management Military Education & Experience 38 Option 52 Missed Class Policy 30 Course Descriptions 81 Mission Statement (College) 2 Student Conduct 26 Motor Vehicles 27 Student Code of Conduct 26 Student Exchange 20 N Student Leadership Opportunities 24 New Student Admissions 10 Student Affairs 23-28 Nondiscrimination Policy 13 Student Organizations and Clubs 24 Not Reported Grade 40 Student Records 44 Non-Traditional Credit 38 Student Services Center 27 Student Status (Full- and Part-Time) 38 O Study Abroad Program 20 Office Phone and Fax Numbers 7 Study Skills Course Descriptions 82 Online Resources 31 Summer Session Tuition Refund 15
P T Parking 27 Technology Resources 31 Part-Time Student Status 38 Telephone List (Campus Offices) 7 Petitions (Academic) 43 TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Philosophy Course Descriptions 76 Language) 11 Phone List (Offices) 7 Transcripts (see Academic Transcripts) Physical Ed. Course Descriptions 76 Transfer Credit Evaluation 37 Physical Science Course Descriptions 77 Transfer Credit Policies and Procedures 37 Political Science Course Descriptions 77 Refund Policy 15 President’s Welcome 6 Trustees 88 Probation (Academic) 42 Tuition and Fees 14 Proficiency Exams see( English Tuition Refund Policy 15 Proficiency Exam) Psychology V Degree 20 Valedictorian 21 Course Descriptions 78 Veterans Benefits Certification 46 Voluntary Withdrawal 43
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