2009–2010 College Catalog Your Reach
Total Page:16
File Type:pdf, Size:1020Kb
Three Rivers Community College: 2009–2010 Putting a better life within your reach. College Catalog Save Money Convenience · Why pay university prices? · Convenient classes on campus or at our TRCC offers the same freshman and Centers in Sikeston, Kennett, Malden, sophomore classes as four-year Portageville and Campbell. universities for about half the cost. · Choose day or evening classes. Start · Classes close to home reduce · Online classes offer flexibility. transportation costs. Focus on you Financial Aid · Anyone with a high school Here! · Pell Grants go further because diploma or GED can enroll. of our low tuition. · Courses geared for your success. · Use A+ funds to pay for classes. · Small classes and personalized · Help applying for grants attention. and scholarships. · Services such as tutoring, computer labs and Quality Education on-campus day care. · College courses that transfer everywhere. · Career programs for jobs that are in demand. • Course offerings and descriptions • Degree and Certificate Programs • College policies, procedures and Start information 2080 Three Rivers Blvd. • Poplar Bluff, MO 63901 1-877-TRY-TRCC1-877-TRY-TRCC •• www.trcc.eduwww.trcc.edu Now! from the President… Take the challenge: Enroll at Three Rivers ooking forward to my first residents age 25 and older, year as president of Three approximately 167,500 people, LRivers Community College, have never attended college. I have been thinking about chal- For those area residents ready to lenges. take on the President’s challenge In accepting this job, I accepted of going to college, Three Rivers is the challenges that come with lead- here to put higher education, and ing this college into an exciting the better life it brings, within your future, one I envision to include reach. increased enrollments, improve- Three Rivers makes higher ments in facilities and a continued education affordable by offering emphasis on quality and innova- the same freshman and sophomore tion. On top of that, my family classes as four-year universities and I are facing the challenge of for less than one-half the cost. In moving to and becoming involved addition, we can help students find in a new community. financial aid, which goes further These are challenges I view as here because of our low tuition. opportunities to improve myself Three Rivers makes higher and Three Rivers. education convenient by offering Beyond my personal challenges, classes at locations throughout I also have been thinking about the Dr. Devin Stephenson Southeast Missouri; day and challenges faced by our students President, Three Rivers Community College evening courses to fit busy sched- and area communities and busi- ules; and Web-based classes that nesses, especially in these uncertain economic times. can be accessed anytime. I was excited when President Barack Obama, in his We serve a diverse mix of students. University-bound first address to Congress, challenged every American to students can take their freshman and sophomore commit to obtaining at least one year or more of higher courses here, then transfer into a bachelor’s degree education or career training. program. Those interested in a career path can receive The value of higher education cannot be underesti- training for jobs that are in-demand. We offer both an mated. Higher education can increase a person’s earn- honors program and developmental classes that take ings power and ability to provide for his or her family. you from where you are to where you need to be. It is now estimated that three-quarters of the fastest- Perhaps the best benefit offered at Three Rivers is growing occupations require more than a high school the individual attention that results from our smaller diploma. classes taught by qualified, caring instructors. In addition, higher earnings for individuals con- So take the challenge. tribute to a more robust area economy and higher tax Come to Three Rivers, where we are putting a better revenues for local governments. Studies consistently life within your reach. show that higher education levels improve the health of area residents, reduce welfare and lower unemploy- ment and crime rates. The President’s challenge is especially important in Southeast Missouri. According to the Missouri Depart- ment of Economic Development, 70 percent of area 1 Table Of Contents Academic Calendar . 6 General Information . 7-11 Administrative Information . 12 Admission . 12 Residence of Students . .14 Student Financial Aid . 15 Student Fees and Expenses . .. 22 Academic Regulations . 25 Academic Standing . 27 Student Services . 30 Programs of Study . 35 Degrees, Certificates and Graduation Requirements . 35 Divisions of the College . 39 Associate of Arts, Associate of Arts in Teaching, and Associate of Science Degree Transfer Programs . 40 Associate of Applied Science Degree Programs . 71 One-Year Certificate Programs . 97 Short-Term Certificate Programs . 99 Course Descriptions . 104 Faculty & Staff Directory . 123 Index . 128 2 2009-2010 Catalog Volume 39, No. 1 www.trcc.edu Three Rivers Community College is accredited by Disclaimer The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the The provisions in this catalog are not to be regarded as a contract North Central Association (312-263-0456; 800-621-7440); between the student and Three Rivers Community College. The www.ncahlc.org. college reserves the right to change any provisions or require- ments when such action will serve the interest of the college or It is the policy of Three Rivers Community College to maintain its students. The college further reserves the right to deny admis- and promote equal employment and educational opportunity sion, cancel the registration, or ask a student to withdraw when it without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, considers such action to be in the best interest of the college. marital status, disability, veteran’s status, or other non-merit factors. The several sections of this schedule are hereby declared to be Three Rivers Community College is an affirmative action/equal independent and severable, and if any section, subdivision, word, employment opportunity institution. sentence, or clause in this bulletin be held void, or nonenforceable, such holding shall not affect the validity of enforcement of any The bulletin employs the generic masculine pronouns to other part of the catalog which can be given effect without the indicate members of either sex. invalid or nonenforceable portion. Students are responsible for meeting in full the requirements for Inquiries concerning Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the graduation as set forth in this catalog. Counselors and faculty Higher Education Act of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation advisors assist in the planning of a program of study for each Act of 1973 as Amended, the College Grievance Procedure, The student, but the final responsibility for meeting the requirements Americans with Disabilities Act, or any other matter concerning for graduation rests with the student. employment or educational bias should be made to: It is important that each student satisfy all financial obligations to Human Resources Office Three Rivers Community College. The college reserves and intends Kristina McDaniel to exercise its right to withhold copies of educational records and/ Three Rivers Community College or to disenroll students who owe money to the college. 2080 Three Rivers Boulevard Poplar Bluff, Missouri 63901 Information that the college is required to make available under Phone: (573) 840-9600 the Student Right to Know and Campus Security Acts may be TTY: (573) 840-9407 obtained from the Office of Student Services at (573) 840-9669 or in writing at 2080 Three Rivers Blvd., Poplar Bluff, MO 63901. For those who are hearing impaired, the TTY phone number through the Admissions office is (573) 840-9407. 3 Three Rivers Junior College District Board of Trustees Bill G. Hollida, Sr. Marion L. Tibbs Wilbur L. Thornton Chairman Vice Chairman Secretary 2010 2012 2014 Randy D. Winston Stephen C. Cookson Randy Grassham Treasurer Member Member 2014 2010 2012 4 Division Chairs and Professional Staff Correspondence Directory Chris Adams . Coordinator of Admissions CONCERNING: CONTACT: Glenda Arnold . Dean, Extended Learning General Policies, Interests and President’s Office Steven Atwood . .Network Administrator Welfare of the College Dr . Devin Stephenson, (573) 840-9698 Kathy S. Ballard . Director, Career Advising & Placement Brad C. Barwick . Chair, Division of Business & Social Science/ Faculty, Studies and Vice President for Learning Director, Academic Services Academic Regulations (573) 840-9689 Lisa Bliss . Coordinator, Technology Learning Center Student Life Interim Vice President for Student Success Dr. Mary Lou Brown . Chair, Division of Math, Science and Technology/ Cindy Clark, (573) 840-9668 Director, Teacher Education Gina Bubanovich . .. Director, Academic Advising & Retention Student Activities Assistant Director of Housing/ Robby Calvert . Off-Campus Center Coordinator/Campbell Coordinator of Student Activities Cindy I. Clark . Interim Vice President for Student Success Michelle Stewart, (573) 840-9106 Lydia Clark . Financial Aid Advisor Tammy Cosgrove . .. Bookstore Manager Student Housing Director of Student Housing Edie J. Dilbeck . .. Coordinator, Outreach Services Laura Milligan, (573) 840-9106 William Durden . Assistant Basketball Coach/Fitness Specialist Charlotte Eubank . Interim Chief Financial Officer/Comptroller Financial and Business