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UniversityShenandoah GRADUATE CATALOG 2007-08 YES, YOU CAN. Shenandoah University’s Mission Statement Shenandoah University prepares individuals to be critical, reflective thinkers; lifelong learners; and ethical, compassionate citizens who are committed to making responsible contributions within a community, a nation and the world. Shenandoah distinguishes itself by providing opportunities to gain knowledge and develop skills in a collaborative, personalized environment that intertwines professional and liberal learning. A Shenandoah education incorporates scholarship, experiential learning and sophisticated technologies, as well as practical wisdom. To this end, the university has identified six core values that provide a foundation for the decisions it makes and the programs it offers: • Development of an enduring passion for learning • Commitment to self-reflection and personal development • Respect for diverse cultures, experiences and perspectives • Celebration of creative performance, expression, teaching and discovery • Cultivation of leadership to advance positive change and growth • Dedication to citizenship, professional service and global outreach As an institution affiliated with the United Methodist Church, Shenandoah University practices the highest ethical standards in its interactions with the community and with students of all faiths.Within a community of scholars, Shenandoah promotes the welfare of the whole person by fostering a nurturing environment in which students learn, grow and flourish. Approved by Shenandoah University Board of Trustees Fall, 2003 GRADUATE CATALOG 2007-08 (800) 432-2266 or (540) 665-4581 [email protected] • www.su.edu Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of this catalog.The information included is accurate at the time of printing. However, Shenandoah University reserves the right to make necessary and desirable changes in policies, requirements, programs, tuition and fees without advance notice. Current and prospective students should check with university officials to verify current policies, requirements, programs, tuition and fees. Shenandoah University does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, age or physical disability. TABLE OF CONTENTS COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES. 7 CERTIFICATE IN WOMEN’S STUDIES . 7 SCHOOL OF EDUCATION & HUMAN DEVELOPMENT . 9 PUBLIC MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE . 9 PROGRAMS IN EDUCATION . 9 PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE IN TESOL . 10 ADVANCED PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE IN TESOL/ADD-ON ENDORSEMENT IN ESL. 11 ADD-ON ENDORSEMENT IN ESL . 12 PROFESSIONAL STUDIES CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS FOR TEACHER EDUCATION. 13 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION PROGRAMS . 15 Individualized Focus. 15 Teaching Option . 16 Reading Specialist Concentration . 17 Administration Concentration . 18 TESOL Concentration. 20 DOCTOR OF EDUCATION: ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP . 21 HARRY F. BYRD, JR. SCHOOL OF BUSINESS . 25 MISSION. 25 VISION . 25 GUIDING PRINCIPLES. 25 MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM . 27 CERTIFICATE IN HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT . 28 CERTIFICATE IN INFORMATION SYSTEMS & COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY . 28 DEGREE REQUIREMENTS . 30 SHENANDOAH CONSERVATORY . 33 CERTIFICATE IN CHURCH MUSIC . 33 CERTIFICATE IN MUSIC THERAPY. 34 MASTER OF ARTS IN DANCE . 36 MASTER OF MUSIC EDUCATION. 38 MASTER OF MUSIC IN CHURCH MUSIC . 39 Requirements for the Master of Music in Church Music Degree (Organ Sequence) . 40 Requirements for the Master of Music in Church Music Degree (Voice Sequence). 41 Requirements for the Master of Music in Church Music Degree (Conducting Sequence). 41 MASTER OF MUSIC IN COMPOSITION. 42 MASTER OF MUSIC IN CONDUCTING. 44 MASTER OF MUSIC IN DANCE ACCOMPANYING . 46 MASTER OF MUSIC IN PEDAGOGY . 47 MASTER OF MUSIC IN PERFORMANCE . 51 MASTER OF MUSIC IN COLLABORATIVE PIANO. 53 MASTER OF MUSIC THERAPY . 55 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ARTS ADMINISTRATION . 56 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN DANCE WITH INITIAL TEACHER LICENSURE. 58 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MUSIC WITH INITIAL TEACHER LICENSURE. 60 Requirements for the Master of Science in Music with Teacher Licensure (Choral/General Music) . 61 Requirements for the Master of Science in Music with Teacher Licensure (Instrumental Music) . 61 DOCTOR OF MUSICAL ARTS IN MUSIC EDUCATION. 62 DOCTOR OF MUSICAL ARTS IN PERFORMANCE . 64 ARTIST DIPLOMA (POST-BACCALAUREATE AND POST-MASTER’S CERTIFICATE) . 71 SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS. 75 DIVISION OF ATHLETIC TRAINING . 76 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ATHLETIC TRAINING . 76 DUAL DEGREE – DPT/MSAT. 81 DIVISION OF NURSING AND RESPIRATORY CARE . 85 Application Process . 86 Academic Evaluation . 88 Repeating a Course. 88 Academic Progression Policy . 88 Licensure Considerations . 89 Fees . 89 RN to MSN. 90 SPECIALTY TRACKS . 90 Nurse-Midwifery . ..