General Catalog (2021-2022)
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GENERAL CATALOG 2021-2022 VOLUME XXIX Post Office Box 398 Kenansville, North Carolina 28349 (910) 296-2400 www.jamessprunt.edu ©2021 James Sprunt Community College All rights reserved. This book is presented solely for educational purposes. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the publisher, except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical reviews and certain other noncommercial uses permitted by copyright law. For permission requests, write to the publisher, addressed “Attention: Director of Marketing” at the address below: James Sprunt Community College PO BOX 398 Kenansville, NC 28349 www.jamessprunt.edu Printed in the United States of America James Sprunt Community College publishes this catalog for the purpose of providing students and other interested persons with information regarding the College, pertinent rules and regulations, and educational program information that may be of interest. The provisions as outlined in this catalog are not to be regarded as a contractual agreement between the students and James Sprunt Community College. The college reserves the right to change any provisions, regulations, requirements, or schedules at any time without affecting the overall intent of this catalog. School calendars, programs, or courses within programs may be changed at any time deemed necessary by the administration or as required by the North Carolina Community College System. Every effort will be made to minimize the inconvenience any such changes may create for the students. James Sprunt Community College is an equal opportunity educational institution and employer. The college does not practice or condone discrimination in any form against students, employees, or applicants on the grounds of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, or political affiliation consistent with those laws which affect the institution. The official James Sprunt Community College catalog is permanently located in the Registrar’s Office. ACCREDITATIONS James Sprunt Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for with questions about the accreditation of James Sprunt Community College. APPROVED BY Division of Vocational Rehabilitation North Carolina State Board of Nursing North Carolina Board of Cosmetic Art Examiners North Carolina Board of Barber Examiners North Carolina Bar Association NC Department of Health and Human Services Division of Health Service Regulation Welcome to the Spartan Family! Welcome to James Sprunt Community College. We are glad you are here, and we feel you have made an informed decision to join our family. From this point forward, you will be a part of the Spartan Nation. Our commitment to you is to make every effort to help you be successful while you are here. The educational programs at JSCC lead to long-term careers, and we are confident your success will positively impact our county, state, and nation. JSCC has a rich history dating back to 1784 when Grove Academy was established in Duplin County. The College is named for Dr. James Menzies Sprunt, who became President of Grove Academy in 1845. From then until now, we have always sought to serve students respectfully, compassionately, and professionally. After all, we are family. As you walk around campus and visit our classrooms and common areas, you will notice the attention to detail we have made in providing an atmosphere that is collegiate and conducive to learning. Our commitment to you is a 21st Century campus and College. I look forward to seeing you around campus and congratulating you as you cross the stage to receive your certificate, diploma, or degree. Our staff and faculty are dedicated to seeing you complete your educational goals so we can celebrate graduation with you. Again, welcome to James Sprunt Community College, and please let me know if I can be of service to you. My door is always open. Sincerely, Jay Carraway, Ed. D. President ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2021-2022 Academic Year FALL SEMESTER 2021 August 16 Monday New Student Orientation (NSO) August 17 Tuesday Registration August 18 Wednesday Classes Begin September 6 Monday Labor Day Holiday October 13 Wednesday Mid-Semester October 13 Wednesday Equalizer Day—Follow Thursday Schedule October 14-15 Thurs-Fri Fall Break for Students/Faculty Oct. 27-Dec 15 Wed-Wed Early Spring Registration November 12 Friday Last Day to Withdraw from Full-Session Class November 23 Tuesday Equalizer Day—Follow Friday Schedule November 24 Wednesday Student/Faculty Break Day November 25-26 Thurs-Fri Thanksgiving Holidays December 9-15 Thurs-Wed Final Exams during class periods December 15 Wednesday End of Semester December 16 Thursday Grade Day SPRING SEMESTER 2022 January 4 Tuesday New Student Orientation (NSO) January 5 Wednesday Registration January 6 Thursday Classes Begin January 17 Monday MLK Holiday March 3 Thursday Mid-Semester March 3 Thursday Equalizer Day—Follow Monday Schedule March 4-7 Fri-Mon Spring Break for Students and Faculty April 14 Thursday Equalizer Day—Follow Friday Schedule April 15 Friday Easter Holiday April 18-19 Mon-Tues Easter Break for Students and Faculty April 20 Wednesday Equalizer Day—Follow Monday Schedule April 1-May 5 Fri-Thurs Early Summer & Fall Registration April 4 Monday Last Day to Withdraw from Full-Session Class April 29-May 5 Fri-Thurs Final Exams during class periods May 5 Thursday End of Semester May 9 Monday Grade Day May 10 Tuesday Faculty Dev. Day/Graduation Rehearsal May 11 Wednesday Faculty Work Day/Graduation 2 SUMMER SEMESTER 2022 May 16 Monday Registration May 17 Tuesday Classes Begin May 30 Monday Memorial Day Holiday June 22 Wednesday Mid-Semester July 4 Monday Independence Day Holiday July 5 Tuesday Break Day for Students and Faculty July 14 Thursday Last Day to Withdraw from Full-Session Class July 28-Aug 3 Thurs-Wed Final Exams during class periods August 3 Wednesday End of Semester August 4 Thursday Grade Day 3 Table of Contents ACADEMIC CALENDAR .............................................................................................................. 2 Table of Contents ...................................................................................................................... 4 GENERAL INFORMATION ........................................................................................................ 11 HISTORY .............................................................................................................................. 11 EXPANDED STATEMENT OF PURPOSE ................................................................................ 15 SCHOOL-WIDE COMPETENCIES .......................................................................................... 15 CORE VALUES ...................................................................................................................... 16 ACCREDITATION .................................................................................................................. 16 LOCATION AND INSTRUCTIONAL FACILITIES ...................................................................... 16 MAIN CAMPUS MAP ........................................................................................................... 17 ADMISSIONS ............................................................................................................................ 18 GENERAL ............................................................................................................................. 18 WHEN and WHERE TO APPLY ............................................................................................. 19 ADMISSIONS PROCEDURES ................................................................................................. 19 RESIDENCY DETERMINATION SERVICE (RDS)...................................................................... 20 ADDITIONAL PLACEMENT TEST EXCEPTIONS ..................................................................... 20 COURSE PLACEMENT GUIDE ............................................................................................... 21 ACADEMIC PROGRAMS ....................................................................................................... 23 NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE ......................................................................................... 23 SPECIAL STUDENT ADMISSIONS ......................................................................................... 23 ADMISSION OF FORMER STUDENTS ................................................................................... 23 ADMISSION FOR CLASS AUDIT ............................................................................................ 24 ADMISSION OF FOREIGN STUDENTS .................................................................................. 24 ADMISSION OF UNDOCUMENTED IMMIGRANT APPLICANTS ............................................ 24 VETERANS ........................................................................................................................... 25 CREDIT BY EXAMINATION ................................................................................................... 25 CREDIT THROUGH TECH-PREP ARTICULATION