Welcome from the President
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This page was intentionally left blank. Welcome from the President Welcome to Ohio Valley University. Founded on Restoration-Christian principles almost fifty years ago and dedicated to proclaiming our faith in God in all we do, our University has a powerful history, a vigorous present, and a brilliant future—a future that will be shaped by you and other members of our community. When I reflect on my college years, I am reminded of the important events that I experienced and the impact they had on who I am today. I pray that you will experience your own important events at Ohio Valley University as you make new friends, acquire new skills, learn new things, and prepare to live, serve, and work in a world that is eager for leaders who can overcome our tumultuous time. Ohio Valley University is a place for people to develop, mature, and be transformed. This is a “Romans 12” place—“Do not be conformed to the world but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” Allow God to work in your academic studies, your problems, your relationships, your achievements, and, yes, in your hearts! As you are being transformed, join with other members of the Ohio Valley University community to transform our University for its place in God’s plan. We are glad that you are here. James A. Johnson President This page was intentionally left blank. Ohio Valley University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools 30 N. La Salle Street – Suite 2400 Chicago, IL 60602 Ohio Valley University 1 Campus View Drive Vienna, WV 26105-8000 (304) 865-6000 (877) 446-8668 The information provided in this catalog is subject to change without notice and does not constitute a contract between Ohio Valley University and a student or an applicant for admission. This page was intentionally left blank. Contents GENERAL INFORMATION............................................................................................................. 1 Mission of Ohio Valley University.............................................................................................. 1 Ohio Valley University Cornerstones ........................................................................................ 2 Academic Principles.................................................................................................................. 3 A Christian University................................................................................................................ 4 A Liberal Arts University............................................................................................................ 4 A Small University..................................................................................................................... 4 History of Ohio Valley University............................................................................................... 4 Relationship to the Churches of Christ ..................................................................................... 6 Accreditation ............................................................................................................................. 6 Non-discrimination Statement................................................................................................... 7 Student Rights and Responsibilities ......................................................................................... 7 Registering a Formal Complaint ............................................................................................... 7 Library ....................................................................................................................................... 8 ACADEMIC POLICIES ................................................................................................................... 9 General Admission Requirements .......................................................................................... 10 Transfer Student Admission.................................................................................................... 10 Student Athlete Eligibility......................................................................................................... 10 Early College Entry Program .................................................................................................. 11 Special Program for High School Seniors............................................................................... 11 Home-Schooled Students ....................................................................................................... 11 International Students ............................................................................................................. 12 ESL Welcome Program........................................................................................................... 12 Orientation Program................................................................................................................ 12 Developmental Course Policy................................................................................................. 13 Student Responsibility............................................................................................................. 13 Credit by Examination ............................................................................................................. 14 Classification of Students........................................................................................................ 14 Auditing Courses..................................................................................................................... 14 Academic Honors.................................................................................................................... 15 Satisfactory Academic Progress Guidelines........................................................................... 15 Re-admission Policy................................................................................................................ 17 Dismissal from Class............................................................................................................... 17 Grade Appeals ........................................................................................................................ 17 Academic Integrity Policy........................................................................................................ 18 Grades and Quality Points ...................................................................................................... 19 Final Examinations.................................................................................................................. 19 Transcripts .............................................................................................................................. 19 Student Records ..................................................................................................................... 19 Repeated Courses .................................................................................................................. 20 Student Load........................................................................................................................... 20 Academic Advising.................................................................................................................. 20 Adding and Dropping Courses................................................................................................ 20 Class Attendance Policy ......................................................................................................... 20 Late Instructors ....................................................................................................................... 21 Learning Disabilities ................................................................................................................ 21 Changes in Classes ................................................................................................................ 21 Independent Study.................................................................................................................. 21 Transfer Credit ........................................................................................................................ 22 Writing Competency Requirement .......................................................................................... 22 Bible Course Requirement...................................................................................................... 23 i Diversity Requirement............................................................................................................. 25 Career Development System Requirement ............................................................................ 25 Second Bachelor’s Degrees ................................................................................................... 25 Major and Minor Requirements............................................................................................... 25 Graduation Policies ................................................................................................................. 25 Requirements for an Associate Degree .................................................................................. 26 General Institutional Requirements for a Bachelor’s Degree.................................................. 26 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS.....................................................................................................