2019-2020 Catalog
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2019 – 2020 Catalog Brigham Young University-Hawaii Faculty of Culture, Language & Performing Arts 101 Table of Contents Cultural Anthropology 101 Hawaiian Studies 103 Disclaimer Statement 2 The Jonathan Nāpela Center for Hawaiian and Pacific Island Studies Catalog Distribution 2 History 106 Integrated Humanities 109 User Guide 2 Intercultural Peacebuilding 112 David O. McKay Center for Intercultural Understanding Overview of BYU–Hawaii 3 Music 114 A Message from the President 3 Pacific Island Studies 118 BYU–Hawaii Mission and Vision 3 The Jonathan Nāpela Center for Hawaiian & Pacific Institutional Learning Outcomes 4 Island Studies University Accreditation 4 Theatre Minor Program 120 Historical Sketch 4 Administration 6 Faculty of Education & Social Work 121 Abbreviated Directory 8 Education 121 BYU–Hawaii’s University Environment 9 Social Work 133 English as an International Language (EIL) Program 136 Policies & Procedures 10 Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) 138 Academic Freedom Statement 10 Faculty of Math & Computing 142 Admissions 14 Church Education System Honor Code 17 Computer & Information Sciences (CIS) 142 Registration 19 Computer Science (CS) 142 Time Allotment for Campus Enrollment 21 Information Systems (IS) 142 Internship Policy 22 Information Technology (IT) 142 Academic Standards 23 Mathematics 147 Grading and Records 23 Faculty of Religious Education 150 Grievances 25 FERPA Guidelines 27 Religious Education 150 Discontinuance (under Registration) 27 Faculty of Sciences 153 Graduation 27 Biochemistry 153 Finance & Housing 29 Biology 159 Exercise & Sport Science 162 Tuition and Fees 29 Psychology 166 Financial Aid and Scholarships 31 Housing 33 Interdisciplinary Studies 168 University Requirements 35 Distance Learning 170 Holokai – Your Academic Voyage 35 Associate Degrees 37 Support Services 172 Course Listing 38 Library Services 172 Academic Programs 76 Testing Center 172 Veterans Affairs 173 Faculty of Arts & Letters 77 Faculty Unit & Advisor Contact Information 174 Communication, Media & Culture 77 English 78 BYU–Hawaii Faculty Members 175 Film Minor Program 82 Visual Arts 83 Alphabetical Index 178 Faculty of Business & Government 87 Appendix with Academic Calendars for 2019-2020 183 Accounting 87 Business Management 89 Hospitality & Tourism Management 94 The Center for Hospitality & Tourism Political Science 96 Entrepreneurship Minor & Certificate Programs 100 1 Last Revised 6/30/20 Note: The catalog is temporarily posted on the Office of the Registrar's page while the online catalog is being built. Disclaimer Statement Course Numbering System Courses are numbered according to the following system: The BYU–Hawaii Online Catalog (catalog.byuh.edu) reflects current academic policies, procedures, degree offerings, course descriptions, Below 100 Pre-college level courses and other information pertinent to undergraduate study. This digital 100 and 200 Courses primarily for freshmen and version of the catalog is now the official catalog of the University. The Sophomores printed catalog is no longer the official catalog of the University, and 300 and 400 Courses primarily for juniors and seniors in the case of any difference between the printed catalog and the online catalog, university officials will be guided by the online catalog. Credit-Hour Designations Onc e a particular set of requirements for a major, minor, or certificate are no longer active then students may no longer declare that option. If One semester hour of credit represents a minimum of one hour of majors, minors, or certificates are discontinued, or if changes in the instruction per week in a semester or in spring semester one semester requirements are made, the university will endeavor to allow students hour of credit equals one hour and 40 minutes. who have declared a major to finish their degree with the previous set of requirements by providing options for substitution. Classification of Students Students who leave the University for any term other than summer should refer to the online Catalog for information regarding University Students are classified for registration in degree-granting programs and general education requirements when they return. Students and for other academic purposes as follows: should refer to the online Catalog and relevant Major Requirement Credit Hours Earned Classification Sheet that is current at the time they declare their major for 0 – 29 Freshman information regarding their major requirements. In all cases the 30 – 59 Sophomore University reserves the right to make necessary changes in policies, 60 – 89 Junior curriculum, graduation requirements, individual courses, instructors, 90 and over Senior tuition, fees, and calendars contained in its catalog at any time without prior written notice. Abbreviations and Symbols Catalog Distribution The following abbreviations and symbols are used in the course listings: Hard copies of the General Catalog are available by special arrangement only. If you need a paper copy, please contact: All course # with an “R” – Repeatable Courses All course # with an “L” – Lab Courses Associate Academic Vice President for Curriculum & Assessment BYU–Hawaii #1947 The following abbreviations are used following the credit hour 55-220 Kulanui Street designation on some courses to indicate when the course is offered: Laie, HI 96762-1947 F - Fall Semester (808) 675-3589 W- Winter Semester Please refer to the Online Catalog at catalog.byuh.edu for current S - Spring Semester information as the University reserves the right to make necessary changes in policies, curriculum, graduation requirements, individual courses, instructors, tuition, fees, and calendars contained in its catalog Course Abbreviations at any time without prior written notice. See Course Listings User Guide Semester System Courses of study at BYU–Hawaii are offered, and credit for satisfactory completion is granted, on a semester basis. The calendar starts in September and goes through June. It features 15-week fall and winter semesters (full-time is 12 credits) and a compressed 9-week spring semester in which students will take 8 credits to be full-time. With the 2017 academic calendar model, students will be on a four-year graduation plan. 2 Overview of BYU–Hawaii Aloha and Welcome A Message from the President BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY–HAWAII is the preeminent international center of learning in the Pacific. Its small campus is a unique laboratory of intercultural leadership development, where a Aloha! Welcome to Brigham Young University–Hawaii. BYU– diverse population of 3,000 students representing over 70 countries Hawaii was founded by a prophet of God, President David O. live, study, and work together. Small classes taught by expert faculty McKay. He envisioned a college of The Church of Jesus Christ of empower students to master challenging and relevant curriculum, Latter-day Saints in Laie that would prepare students from while affordable tuition, financial aid, and online study options make around the world to become learners, leaders, and builders. He this valuable education more accessible than ever. Operated by The foresaw students who would “study and treasure the things of Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a total BYU–Hawaii education in all fields” as deeply engaged learners. They would be education involves not only intellectual learning and career leaders of high moral character—“genuine gold”—“not only on preparation, but also moral, ethical, and spiritual enrichment. All the this island but everywhere.” And they would be builders “whose while, students enjoy living and learning in one of the most beautiful influence will be felt for good toward the establishment of peace places on earth. Graduates go forth to serve, prepared to promote internationally.” I invite you to embrace this prophetic vision. peace and prosperity as leaders worldwide. President McKay deliberately located BYU–Hawaii next to an historic temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- day Saints. BYU–Hawaii Mission and Vision To take full advantage of your educational opportunities here, it will be necessary for you to keep your covenants as well as your Mission promise to live the Honor Code. You will find faculty and staff here dedicated to helping you learn “by study and by faith.” You The mission of Brigham Young University–Hawaii is to integrate both will also interact daily with people from many countries in “a spiritual and secular learning, and to prepare students with character living laboratory in which individuals who share the teachings of and integrity who can provide leadership in their families, their the Master Teacher have an opportunity to develop appreciation, communities, their chosen fields, and in building the kingdom of God. tolerance, and esteem for one another” (Marion G. Romney, 1973). Learn - Integrate spiritual and secular learning to provide a foundation for a lifetime of learning. This is your holokai, your educational journey. It is your chance to sail in the direction of your dreams. If you strive with all your Lead - Assist young men and young women in developing character might to fulfill your dreams and the dreams of prophets for you, and integrity so they can provide leadership in all aspects of their lives. in time you will discover the truth of what the American writer Build - Provide a significant group of faithful and committed church Henry David Thoreau said: leaders who will assist in building the kingdom, particularly in the Pacific and Asia. “I learned