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N A P A V A L L E Y C O L L E G E 2277 Napa-Vallejo Highway · Napa, CA 94558 · 707-253-3000 w w w . n a p a v a l l e y . e d u Accredited by The Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges Western Association of Schools and Colleges Message from the President Greetings! I would like to welcome you to Napa Valley College where the faculty and staff have created a warm and welcoming learning environment. Because of its dedicated faculty and staff, the Napa Valley College name carries respect, connotes excellence and the clear recognition that students are our priority. This catalog has been prepared to include information that will assist you in enrolling, registering, receiving aid, and determining curriculum information that will assist you in being successful. We understand you may have questions, and I encourage you to seek help from our dedicated staff in the offices of Admissions and Records, Financial Aid, Counseling, and other college offices, or speak to a counselor. We are here to assist you and to make your transition to Napa Valley College a hassle-free and satisfying experience. Become involved—participate and attend the many extracurricular happenings that will enhance your learning. Beautiful new instructional buildings have been completed over recent semesters as a result of the community’s support for Measure N, including the McCarthy Library, North Gym, Ceramics Studio, and the Life Sciences Building. The new Performing Arts Center will open for Fall classes. With the upcoming reconfiguration of student services and administrative offices, a “one-stop shop” will bring together services for the convenience of students. In addition, a new partnership initiative at the American Canyon High School will enable students in that part of the county to enroll in college evening classes close to home. On a personal note, I am new to Napa Valley College, beginning my tenure as president in August, 2010. I am honored to be your president and to join your community. I know you will find the people of NVC to be as exciting, energetic, and helpful as I have found them. I hope that as we encounter each other on campus that you will stop me to introduce yourself. I look forward to meeting you. Again, welcome and congratulations on selecting Napa Valley College to further your education. Sincerely, Dr. Edna Baehre Superintendent/President . C O N T E N T S Introducing the College ..................................................................................................................5 The College at a Glance ...............................................................................................................13 The Admission Process ..................................................................................................................19 Registration Information ................................................................................................................27 Academic Standards .....................................................................................................................37 Student Services ...........................................................................................................................43 Financial Aid ................................................................................................................................51 Student Life ..................................................................................................................................59 General Education (GE) and Graduation Requirements for NVC ......................................................65 Degrees and Certificates ...............................................................................................................69 Transfer Information ....................................................................................................................107 Announcements of Courses .........................................................................................................115 Faculty and Staff .........................................................................................................................203 Index .........................................................................................................................................222 Campus Map .............................................................................................................................224 NAPA VALLEY COLLEGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Charles Meng Thomas Andrews Brenda Knight JoAnn Busenbark Michael Baldini Bruce Ketron Steven Reinbolt James Holliday, Student Trustee Information in this catalog is subject to change. Consult the current class schedule, catalog supplement, and college counselors for up-to-date information. Introducing the College History Accreditation Board of Trustees Foundation Faculty Students Classified Professionals Mission, Vision, Values Policies 5 N V C C A T A L O G 2 0 10 · 2 0 12 History The Napa Valley College Foundation is a California The citizens of Napa County made a clear commitment to nonprofit, public benefit corporation and is tax-exempt as higher education in 1941 when they passed a bond issue provided by IRS Sec. 501 (c) 3. Organized in 1968, the to establish Napa Junior College. One year later, in 1942, Foundation provides scholarships, supports development of Napa Junior College was founded as part of Napa Union innovative methods of instruction, updates classroom and High School District and held its first class with just 16 lab equipment, provides needed materials for the college, students, only one of whom was male. Once World War II and supports student success. was over, GIs flooded into the new college. During 1948-49, a modern new college was built next to the high school. A volunteer Board of Directors composed of community members governs the Foundation. Each member brings The community reaffirmed its commitment to the local to the Foundation expertise in fundraising and dedicated college in 1962 by passing a bond issue to buy land and commitment to Napa Valley College. build a new college campus. After 23 years, the college had its own campus, its own school district, and an enrollment The Foundation augments funding received from the State of 1771 students. It renamed itself Napa College. and supports the educational excellence for which Napa Valley College is known. In 1982, Napa College changed its name to Napa Valley College. The official opening of a permanent Upper Valley The Foundation builds and promotes essential partnerships Campus in fall 1994 brought educational opportunities between the college and the community. By seeking close to home for upper valley residents and added new individual and corporate involvement from the community, dimensions to the college curriculum. the Foundation strengthens the image of the college, underscores the college’s commitment to service, and Napa Valley College celebrated its sixtieth anniversary in provides opportunities for workforce and economic 2002 and continues to seek new avenues of service to development. students and the community. Each year the Foundation awards more than $200,000 in scholarships to students. These scholarships reward student achievement, encourage student leadership and Accreditation accomplishment, and provide needed financial assistance. Napa Valley College is accredited by the Accrediting Scholarships have been instituted to honor or remember Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the family, friends or organizations. Some scholarships are Western Association of Schools and Colleges, 10 Commercial created to provide trained professionals in needed fields Boulevard, Suite 204, Novato, CA 94949, (415) 506-0234, of study. For whatever reason, financial assistance helps an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council many students receive the necessary education to become for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department successful. of Education. The Foundation is pleased to assist donors in obtaining substantial tax benefits and income enhancement by making Board of Trustees gifts of stocks, property, other appreciated assets using a By state law, the Napa Valley Community College District is variety of estate planning tools. Our Legacy Society honors under the control of a Board of Trustees composed of seven those who have made bequests to the Foundation. community members. Elected from within established areas of the district, trustees serve four-year terms. In addition, Call the Foundation Office at (707) 253-3374 or visit www. students are represented by a student trustee, who is selected napavalley.edu/AboutNVC/Foundation/Pages/welcome. yearly as part of the ASNVC elections. The student trustee aspx for ways to support the goals and aspirations of Napa can make and second motions and has an advisory vote Valley College students. on all public session items. The Board meets at least once each month, and agendas are posted in accordance with California law. Faculty The community college is acknowledged by educators throughout the country for providing superior undergraduate Foundation education, crediting the emphasis on outstanding teaching. The mission of the Napa Valley College Foundation is to The Napa Valley College faculty upholds this tradition. develop resources to support the college, its students, and its mission. Napa Valley College faculty members are selected for their academic excellence and genuine interest in students. They have