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UNIVERSITY OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Undergraduate and Graduate Course Catalog 2008-2011 Volume 14, Number 1 Published by the University of the District of Columbia 4200 Connecticut Avenue, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20008 Web site: www.udc.edu ThisUndergraduate and Graduate Catalog has been prepared for the benefit of students, faculty, and administrators of the University, and others wishing to know more about the University’s programs, services, and activities. This Catalog is the primary reference for information about the curriculum, academic policies and procedures, and courses. Updated and supplemental information can be found in the following additional publications: The Student Handbook: Available online and from the Office of Student Affairs, published annually. The University of the District of Columbia web site, www.udc.edu : Updated regularly, with a variety of information about the University’s programs, particularly upcoming activities and events, and links to departments, programs, students, and faculty. The information in this Catalog is accurate as of the date of publication, and the authors know of no significant changes to be made by the University in the near future. The University, however, reserves the right to make changes at any time, with or without prior notice, including, but not limited to, changes in rates and fees, deadlines, program offerings, course offerings, and course and program descriptions and requirements. UNIVERSITY COMPLIANCE SEXUAL HARAssMENT AND RACIAL HARAssMENT POLICY STATEMENT It is the policy of the University of the District of Columbia that all acts of sexual harassment and racial harassment of its students, faculty, staff and applicants for employment or admission to the University are prohibited. The University will provide work sites and classrooms free of sexual harassment and monitor conditions so that instances of sexual harassment are prevented or detected soon after their occurrence. The University will examine impartially all complaints of sexual harassment and attempt to resolve them as promptly as possible. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE AcTION The University of the District of Columbia actively subscribes to a policy of equal opportunity in education and employment, and will not discriminate against any person in recruitment, examination, training, promotion, retention, discipline or any other aspect of employment and education administration because of race, age, color, sex, physical or mental disability, marital status, religion, national origin, political affiliation, personal appearance, sexual orientation, matriculation, source of income, place of residence, familial status, or family responsibilities, in accordance with the provisions of the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977 (D.C. Law 2-38). Vietnam War veterans and disabled veterans are also covered under this policy. FILING A COMPLAINT Persons who believe they have been discriminated against (including sexual harassment) may file a complaint by contacting the EEO/AA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources in Building 38, Suite 301-14, telephone: (202) 274-5020. THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) In accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, no otherwise qualified student with a disability shall, solely because of her/his disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity of the University, including facilities and employment. THE FAMILY EDUCATION RIGHTS AND PRIVACY AcT (FERPA) The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, as amended, known as FERPA, is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records that are directly related to the student and are maintained by the University. Under FERPA, students are given certain rights regarding education records: 1. The right to inspect and review education records kept by the University. 2. The right to request the amendment of education records the student believes to be inaccurate, misleading or otherwise in violation of his or her privacy rights. ii University of the District of Columbia Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog 2008-2011 3. The right to consent to disclose directory information, except to the extent that FERPA and the regulations authorize disclosure without consent. 4. The right to file with the U.S. Department of Education a complaint concerning alleged failures by the institution to comply with the requirements and regulations of FERPA. The complaint should be in writing and contain specific allegations of fact. The complaint should be sent to: Family Policy Compliance Office U.S. Department of Education 400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20202-4605 The following documents are located in the Office of the Registrar (Building 39, A-14): 1. Information regarding the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, as amended 2. Request to Review Education Records form 3. Request to Amend or Remove Education Records form 4. Request to Prevent Disclosure of Directory Information form* *Directory information is information contained in an education record of a student that generally would not be considered harmful or an invasion of privacy if disclosed. It includes, but is not limited to, the student’s name; date and place of birth; major field of study; dates of attendance; career classification; enrollment status (e.g., undergraduate or graduate; full-time or part-time); participation in officially recognized activities and sports; degrees, honors and awards received; and, most recent education agency or institution attended. Note: Items that can never be identified as directory information are a student’s social security number, citizenship, gender, religious preference, grades and grade point average. NOTICE TO ALL STUDENTS DRUG AND ALCOHOL ABUSE POLICY The unlawful possession, use, or distribution of alcohol and illicit drugs on University property or as part of any University activity is prohibited. Federal and District of Columbia laws prohibit the unlawful use, manufacture, possession, control, sale, and dispensation of any illegal narcotics and dangerous drugs. The health risks associated with the use of illicit drugs and the abuse of alcohol include physical and mental impairment, emotional and psychological deterioration, fine and gross motor degeneration, and death. Students who unlawfully possess, use, or distribute illicit drugs shall be sanctioned. Sanctions may include referral for criminal prosecution, expulsion, suspension, reprimand, or requiring the student to complete an appropriate rehabilitation program. The University of the District of Columbia’s Counseling Center provides confidential counseling and referral services to students with problems related to drug use and alcohol abuse. The University also provides information about substance abuse and treatment programs available to UDC students. SMOKING RESTRICTIONS Pursuant to the provisions of the District of Columbia Smoking Restrictions Act of 1979, as amended, D.C. Code, A76- 011, et seq. (the “Act”), smoking shall be prohibited in all University facilities, including all portions of buildings and structures owned or leased by the University. University of the District of Columbia Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog 2008-2011 iii TABLE OF CONTENTS Board of Trustees ...................................................................................................................................................................................vii University Officers ................................................................................................................................................................................viii Deans ...............................................................................................................................................................................................viii Administrative Officers and Directors ...............................................................................................................................................viii Directory ................................................................................................................................................................................................ix Academic Calendar 2008-2011 ............................................................................................................................................................... x History & Mission Statement ..................................................................................................................................................................1 Academic Affairs ......................................................................................................................................................................................4 Center for Applied Research and Urban Policy .................................................................................................................................. 4 Division of Learning Resources ........................................................................................................................................................... 4 Office of Institutional Research, Assessment and Planning .................................................................................................................. 4 Office of Sponsored Research and Programs