2011-2012 Catalog
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Presbyterian College 2011-2012 Catalog 1 Contents Admissions ....................................................................................................................................................................... 6 Student Aid ..................................................................................................................................................................... 10 Financial Information ...................................................................................................................................................... 16 Academic Policies and Procedures ................................................................................................................................ 21 The Curriculum ............................................................................................................................................................... 30 Courses of Instruction ..................................................................................................................................................... 53 Reference ..................................................................................................................................................................... 106 Campus Visits Visitors are always welcome at Presbyterian College. The Admissions office is open for appointments Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Members of the staff are available for interviews if appointments are made in advance. Telephone: (864) 833-2820 or toll-free: 1-800-960-7583 Email: [email protected] www.presby.edu Communication Directory To facilitate prompt attention, inquiries should be addressed as indicated below: General Information ............................................................................................................................................. President Admissions ..................................................................................................................................... Director of Admissions Alumni Interests ................................................................................................... Executive Director for Alumni Relations Athletics ............................................................................................................................................... Director of Athletics Business Matters ..................................................................................................... Executive Vice President for Finance Curriculum .............................................................................................................................................................. Provost Senior Employment ....................................................................................... Director of Career Services and Internships Financial Aid ................................................................................................................................. Director of Financial Aid Gifts and Bequests ........................................................................................................... Vice President of Advancement Housing ............................................................................................................................................. Dean of Campus Life Study Abroad ................................................................................................................ Director of International Programs Public Relations ................................................................................ Vice President for Enrollment and Communications Summer School ...................................................................................................................................................... Provost Transcripts ........................................................................................................................... Registrar/Director of Records Accreditation Presbyterian College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097; Telephone number 404-679-4501) to award Baccalaureate and Doctoral degrees. The college is also accredited by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education. Policies Disclaimer The course offerings, regulations, fees, and other materials appearing in this catalog are announcements. Nothing contained herein is to be construed as representing contractual obligations of Presbyterian College, which reserves the right to change its courses of instruction, fees, charges for room and board, and general academic regulations without notice, should circumstances warrant in the judgment of the College. Courses listed in this catalog may not be offered every year. An official list of courses to be offered will be published by the Registrar before the beginning of each term. Presbyterian College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College does not discriminate against student applicants on the basis of culture, ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, gender, age, national origin, socio-economic background, or physical ability. 2 The PC Experience Presbyterian College is a fully accredited, private, residential, baccalaureate institution related to the Presbyterian Church (USA). The College provides a liberal arts education within a community of faith, learning, and intellectual freedom. In 1880, William Plumer Jacobs, pastor of Clinton‘s First Presbyterian Church who had earlier established Thornwell Orphanage, founded Presbyterian College primarily to provide education at a higher level for the orphans. For many years predominantly an institution for the education of men, Presbyterian College became fully coeducational in 1965. While the student body typically represents more than 25 states and several countries, most of the students traditionally come from the Southeastern United States. Presbyterian College sustains a Christian heritage of integrity and service not only by striving for academic excellence but also by a comprehensive honor code, wide-ranging opportunities for volunteer service, and close attention to the needs of each student. The College grants B.A., B.S., and Pharm.D. degrees. MISSION The compelling purpose of Presbyterian College, as a church-related college, is to develop within the framework of Christian faith the mental, physical, moral, and spiritual capacities of each student in preparation for a lifetime of personal and vocational fulfillment and responsible contribution to our democratic society and the world community. Goals That Guide the College in fulfilling its mission: To help students gain a basic knowledge of humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences; a special competence in one or more particular areas of study; and an ability to see these studies as part of the larger search for truth. To develop in students the ability to think clearly and independently, to make critical judgments, and to communicate effectively in both speech and writing. To foster in students an aesthetic appreciation of the arts and literature. To acquaint students with the teachings and values of the Christian faith. To help students develop moral and ethical commitments including service to others. To help students attain a sense of dignity, self-worth, and appreciation of other persons of diverse backgrounds. To encourage in students an appreciation for teamwork and for physical fitness and athletic skills that will contribute to lifelong health. To foster in students an appreciation of, and concern for, the environment and natural resources. HONOR Committed to the rigorous pursuit of liberal learning and the teachings of the Christian faith, the Presbyterian College community is dedicated to integrity in the pursuit of truth and honor in the building of community. As members of this community, we share a common commitment to maintaining the high standards of honesty and honorable conduct required for this pursuit. Since 1915, our commitment has been realized in our agreement to live under the Honor Code of the College. As this Code is student maintained, our agreement contains two parts: first, that we personally adopt the standards of conduct as stated in the Honor Code; and second, that we deal responsibly with those of our peers who fail to do so. By holding one another accountable to this commitment, we ensure the integrity of our academic program and community. Our acceptance of this commitment allows us to enjoy an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect among students, faculty, and administration. The academic and social advantages therein are many: as students, we are trusted to work independently; exams may be taken free of supervision; computer labs are available twenty-four hours a day; personal property is generally safe on campus; and one‘s word may be considered trustworthy, both on and off campus. It is our shared interest in preserving this atmosphere that motivates our commitment to the Honor Code. However, privilege requires responsibility. We at Presbyterian College are responsible for knowing the purpose, design, and procedures of our Honor Code and are required to exhibit honorable conduct in all areas of life: social as well as academic, off campus as well as on. It is solely through the consistency of this commitment that we may both 3 trust and be trusted, respect and be respected, regardless of place or circumstance. Therefore,