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2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog MAKE YOUR MARK 2021– 2022 UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG | THE UNIVERSITY MISSION 701 College Road Lebanon, IL 62254 618-537-4481 1-800-BEARCAT www.mckendree.edu Apply Today! (FREE) | Request Information | Contact Us | Visit Us | Learn More | www.mckendree.edu 1 MAKE YOUR MARK 2021– 2022 UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG | ACCREDITATIONS | APPROVALS AND LICENSES ACCREDITATIONS APPROVALS Kentucky Approving Agency Higher Learning Commission AND LICENSES for Veterans’ Education 230 South LaSalle St. Illinois Board 300 North Main Street Suite 7-500 of Higher Education Versailles, KY 40383 Chicago, IL 60604-1413 431 East Adams, 2nd Floor (859) 256-3235 (800) 621-7440 Springfield, IL 62701-1404 Kentucky Council on Commission on Collegiate (217) 782-2551 Postsecondary Education Nursing Education (CCNE) Illinois Department 1024 Capital Center Drive 655 K Street NW of Veterans’ Affairs Suite 320 Suite 750 833 South Spring Street Frankfort, KY 40601 Washington, DC 20001 P.O. Box 19432 (502) 573-1555 (202) 887-6791 Springfield, IL 62794-9432 International Accreditation (217) 782-6641 Council Business Education Illinois State Board (IACBE) of Education P.O. Box 3960 100 N. 1st Street Olathe, KS 66063 Springfield, IL 62777 (913) 631-3009 (866) 262-6663 MAKE YOUR MARK 2 Apply Today! (FREE) | Request Information | Contact Us | Visit Us | Learn More | www.mckendree.edu MAKE YOUR MARK 2021– 2022 UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG | CONTENTS CONTENTS The University Mission ............................................6 School of Nursing and Health Professions ...153 Admission ...............................................................13 Exercise Science and Sports Performance • BS/MSAT 3+2 Option • Health Promotion and Wellness • Nursing • Student Services ....................................................21 Physical Education Academic Policies ..................................................23 Additional Course Offerings ...........................166 Aerospace Studies • Army ROTC • Exploratory Studies • General Education Program .................................45 Honors Program • University Courses Courses of Study College of Arts and Sciences .............................51 Course Descriptions .............................................173 Art • Biology • Biopsychology • Chemistry • Clinical and Counseling Psychology • Communication • Computing Board of Trustees .................................................272 (Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Board Members ....................................................272 Computational Science, Cybersecurity, and Management Information Systems) • Creative Writing • Data Analytics Current Honorary and Trustee Emeritus ..........272 • Economics • English • Environmental Studies • Ethnic Studies • Forensic Studies • Gender Studies • Global Alumni Board ........................................................273 Studies • History • Journalism • 3+3 Law Program • Legal University Administration ..................................273 Studies • Mathematics • Music • Music Education • Music Marketing • Occupational Therapy • Philosophy • Political Current Emeriti Administrators and Faculty ....275 Science/International Relations • Pre-professional Studies • Psychology • Religious Studies • Sociology • BA/MACJ 4+1 Faculty ...................................................................276 Option • Spanish • Sport Psychology • Theatre Endowed Scholarships and Funds ......................280 School of Business ...........................................113 Index ......................................................................285 Accounting • Business Administration • Cyber Defense • Economics • Economics and Finance • Entrepreneurship Majors/Minors/Tracks/Emphases ......................286 • Human Resource Management • Leadership Studies • Management • Marketing • Sport Management • Supply Chain Management and Logistics • BBA/MBA 4+1 Option School of Education .........................................138 Elementary Education • Special Education/Elementary Education • Middle School Education • Secondary Education • Science Education • Social Science Education • K-12 Education (Music or Physical) • Educational Studies McKendree University complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws and regulations, including but not limited to: Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended; Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, as amended; Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, as amended; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended; the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended; and, all other federal, state, and local anti-discrimination and equal opportunity laws and regulations including the Illinois Human Rights Act. McKendree University will not discriminate or retaliate on the basis of race, religion, gender, color, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender expression and identification in any phase of its admissions, financial aid, educational, athletic, or other programs or activities or, with respect to its employment practices. McKendree University is also committed to enhancing the cultural and gender diversity of the University. Students and employees, including applicants, who believe they may have been discriminated against, may contact the University’s Compliance Officer at the University’s address or by telephone at (618) 537-6533 or they may contact the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or the Illinois Department of Human Rights. McKendree University is also authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students. McKendree University supports the “Eight Keys and the Principles of Excellence for Serving Veterans” published by the U.S. Department of Education and complies with the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act. Policies stated in this catalog are subject to change as required and as the institution deems appropriate. The statements contained herein are not to be regarded as an offer to contract. Apply Today! (FREE) | Request Information | Contact Us | Visit Us | Learn More | www.mckendree.edu 3 MAKE YOUR MARK 2021– 2022 UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG | INTRODUCTION Along with the many advances at the institution, one thing remains constant: McKendree University continues to provide a nurturing environment, offering students opportunities and challenges that lead to unmatched personal and professional growth. While maintaining its reputation for delivering a McKendree offers a wide variety of co-curricular high quality undergraduate education, McKendree opportunities, including music, band, athletic teams, has expanded its academic course offerings to debate teams, honor societies, student research include graduate degree programs in business opportunities and academic programs that have administration, criminal justice, education, nursing, resulted in a robust university environment. The and professional counseling. In 2013, McKendree Russel E. and Fern M. Hettenhausen Center for the became a member of the NCAA Division II, a move Arts, known as the “Hett,” is home to the music and that has provided exciting opportunities for student- theatre programs. It offers the campus community athletes to compete at a high level. a state-of-the-art facility in which to enjoy a wide An enhanced academic reputation for the variety of performances and special events. Within university has accompanied its growth. The the last 10 years, McKendree has opened “1828,” a university has become more selective, attracting café to serve commuter students, evening students, more academically talented students, and the and the campus community. Most recently, two new student body is more diverse. residence halls were constructed to better serve a growing residential student population. 4 Apply Today! (FREE) | Request Information | Contact Us | Visit Us | Learn More | www.mckendree.edu MAKE YOUR MARK 2021– 2022 UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG | THE UNIVERSITY MISSION A LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT Our faculty and staff are committed to providing Congratulations on your decision you a high-quality educational experience in a to enroll at McKendree University! vibrant and engaged academic community. A broad- based education will help develop critical thinking, leadership, problem solving, and communication skills to prepare you for the future. This catalog communicates important information about our courses of study, policies, and procedures. It is an excellent resource intended to help you maximize your time as a student. If you have any question or concerns, please feel free to ask any member of the faculty or staff for assistance. We are committed to your success! Thank you for choosing McKendree University! We look forward to helping to inspire and support your journey. Welcome and best wishes as you begin your McKendree experience. Sincerely, Daniel C. Dobbins ‘81 President • McKendree University MAKE YOUR MARK Apply Today! (FREE) | Request Information | Contact Us | Visit Us | Learn More | www.mckendree.edu 5 MAKE YOUR MARK 2021– 2022 UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG | THE UNIVERSITY MISSION THE UNIVERSITY MISSION The mission of McKendree University is to provide a high quality educational experience to outstanding students. McKendree’s students have included many who were in industry and business, who became senators and governors and career public servants, who were distinguished military leaders, and who filled pulpits and teaching appointments across the land. MAKE YOUR MARK 6 Apply
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