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PIC 2 THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-FLINT THE MISSION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-FLINT The University of Michigan-Flint, one of three campuses of the University of Michigan, serves the citizens of the city of Flint and the surrounding region. We are committed to the highest standards of teaching, learning, scholarship, and creative endeavors. Our urban location affords us an opportunity to provide a University of Michigan education to students with varied life experiences. The community is invested in our University, and together we work to enhance the cultural, economic, intellectual, and social vitality of the city and region. Rooted in the historic tradition of excellence of the University of Michigan, we offer bachelor’s and graduate degree programs in the liberal arts and sciences and in a number of pre-professional and professional fields. The mission of the University of Michigan-Flint is to be the leading university in our region by: • Educating all students in an environment that emphasizes literacy, critical thinking, and humanistic and scientific inquiry, while guiding their development into thoughtful and productive citizens and leaders. •Facilitating student participation in the learning process and promoting individual attention to students through small class size and an involved faculty and staff. • Assuring that faculty and staff give all those in our diverse student population the necessary guidance, support, and encouragement to achieve their academic goals. • Enabling faculty to achieve high quality scholarship in areas of basic and applied research and creative activity. •Promoting respect and understanding of human and cultural diversity. • Collaborating with local and regional educational institutions and other public and private organizations to provide access to academic programs; advance economic, cultural, and artistic interests; and enhance health and education in our region. CONTENTS General Information 7 How to Use the Catalog; Calendar; Introduction to the University; Admission; Tuition and Fees; Financial Aid, Extended Hours Academic Policies of the University 35 Academic Regulations; Student Rights and Responsibilities Resources for the University Community 47 Academic Resources; Student Life and Services; Additional Resources Programs of Study 63 Guide to Programs and Degrees; Undergraduate Study; Extension and Continuing Education General Education Program 69 General Education Worksheet and Requirements College of Arts and Sciences 79 Undergraduate Programs and Courses School of Education and Human Services 227 Undergraduate Programs and Courses School of Health Professions and Studies 247 Undergraduate Programs and Courses School of Management 269 Undergraduate Programs and Courses Graduate Programs and Courses 283 Campus-Wide Programs 335 University Honors Program; International & Global Studies Directory 345 Personnel Listings; Index; Maps; Contact Information The Catalog constitutes the official document of the University, although the information therein is subject to change at any time by official action of the University of Michigan-Flint. A printed version of this Catalog is published biannually and an updated version is made available on the web at http://www.umflint.edu/Departments/catalog. Corrections not affecting graduation requirements will appear on the web at any time following approval. Program and degree requirements take effect at the beginning of the Fall semester following approval unless altered through official action of the University of Michigan-Flint; these requirements will appear on the Catalog web page in years that a printed version of the Catalog is not produced. Regents of the University David A. Brandon, Ann Arbor Laurence B. Deitch, Bloomfield Hills Andrew C. Richner, Grosse Pointe Park Olivia P. Maynard, Goodrich Rebecca McGowan, Ann Arbor Andrea Fischer Newman, Ann Arbor S. Martin Taylor, Grosse Pointe Farms Katherine E. White, Ann Arbor Mary Sue Coleman, ex officio Policy Against Discrimination The University of Michigan-Flint, as an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, complies with applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action, including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The University of Michigan is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, or Vietnam- era veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. Inquiries or complaints may be addressed to Human Resources and Affirmative Action, The University of Michigan-Flint, Flint, Michigan 48502-1950; (810) 762-3150. Publication Information The University of Michigan-Flint Catalog is issued biannually. Third class postage paid at Flint, Michigan. Catalog Coordinator, Krista Heiser Faculty Editor, Dr. Kristina Hansen Cover Design and Layout, Michael Ashby, University Relations GENERAL INFORMATION 7 enclosing a course entry, with the description omitted, indicate a GENERAL low probability that this course will be offered. A schedule of courses to be offered in each semester or term is published prior to the registration period for that semester or term. INFORMATION Courses are offered during an academic year composed of 14-week fall and winter semesters and 7-week spring and summer terms. Some courses meet for more than seven weeks How to Use the Catalog during the spring and summer. Where to Find Information Course Numbers and Titles Course numbers and titles are printed in the Catalog in boldface This Catalog is divided into twelve sections: type. A number in parentheses following the course number indicates that the course had previously been listed by this number. General Information Courses numbered 100 to 299 are introductory and Material on how to use the Catalog; the academic calendar; an intermediate courses; those numbered 300 to 499 are usually introduction to the University including objectives, programs, advanced undergraduate courses. and a history; admission and orientation procedures, tuition and Courses numbered 500 and above are for graduate students fees, residence regulations, financial aid, and extended hours. and may not be elected by undergraduates except with approval from the school or college. Academic Policies of the University Academic Regulations; Student Rights and Responsibilities. Prerequisites and Requirements Some courses carry specific prerequisites printed in italics Resources for the University Community immediately following the course number and title. Information about the Library, Advising, Adult Resource, Women's and Writing Centers, Information Technology Services, Credits Experiential Education, and WFUM; descriptions of social, Credit is indicated by an italic number in parentheses following the recreational, and support services offered through the Student course title and prerequisites (if any). Credits are earned by Development Center and the Office of Student Life. semester hours. One credit is usually earned for each hour of lecture per week in courses offered during a fall or winter semester, Programs of Study or for each two hours of lecture per week during a spring or A guide to programs and degrees listing all concentration majors summer term. Courses with labs involve additional hours of and minors, and information on undergraduate study, and meeting time each week. Extension and Continuing Education. Symbols Used in Course Descriptions General Education Program Many courses apply toward General Education Requirements. General education program requirements and a planning worksheet. (See the section "General Education" for further explanation.) The letter f, h, n, or s in italics immediately following the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Programs number of credits, indicates the General Education Requirement and Courses to which a course applies: f fine arts School of Education and Human Services h humanities Undergraduate Programs and Courses n natural science s social sciences School of Health Professions and Studies Area option requirements form a part of the General Education Undergraduate Programs and Courses Requirements. (See the "General Education" section for a complete listing of area options.) School of Management Undergraduate Programs and Immediately following the number of credits or the General Courses Education Requirement symbol is the designation for an area option requirement, also in italics: Graduate Programs and Courses ar analytic reasoning Specific information on regulations, procedures, programs, cs cultural studies degrees and courses. fl foreign language vi values inquiry University Honors Program and Courses wc foundations of western civilization The italicized number immediately following the area option Directory (e.g., ar2) gives the specific number of the category in which this Personnel listings; the index; maps of the campus; offices to course is found. contact for further information. Special Information How to Read a Course Description Information in italics following the course description gives any special information. For example, if a course is listed in more than Course Offerings one department, this crosslisting is given. If the course can be The Catalog includes information for each academic department elected more than once or must be taken concurrently with another or program, followed