2015-2016 Course Catalog MERCYHURST UNIVERSITY a LIBERAL ARTS UNIVERSITY for MEN and WOMEN
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2015-2016 Course Catalog MERCYHURST UNIVERSITY A LIBERAL ARTS UNIVERSITY FOR MEN AND WOMEN 501 EAST 38TH STREET • ERIE, PA 16546-0001 • (814) 824-2000 • (800) 825-1926 • MERCYHURST.EDU CATALOG 2015-2016 Carpe Diem ST UN UR IV H E Y R C S R I T E Y M E A R I IE N , VA P E NNSY L The catalog represents the most accurate information on Mercyhurst University available at the time of printing. The University reserves the right to make alterations in its programs, regulations, fees, and other policies as warranted. Notice of Non-Discrimination Mercyhurst University values diversity and is committed to the goal of The following individuals have been designated as deputy Title IX achieving equal opportunity for all. For that reason, Mercyhurst abides by coordinators: for Athletics, Stacey Gaudette, Assistant Athletic Director, federal, state and local law in admissions, employment and all services and Baldwin Lower Level, 814-824-2079 and for Student Life, Laura Zirkle, Vice programs provided. President for Student Life, Egan 314, 814-824-2262, and for Employees, Tina Fryling, Preston 122, 814-824-2352, and for any community members of Mercyhurst does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, the branch campuses, including the North East campuses, Jacqulyn Fink, religion, creed, sex, citizenship status, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, Miller 104, 814-725-6274, and for Training and Resources, Courtney Olevnik, age, familial status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, military 814-824-2333. Inquiries concerning the application of anti-discrimination or veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic or because of laws may be referred to the Title IX coordinators or to the Office for Civil any individual’s legally protected activities. Rights, United States Department of Education. For further information on notice of nondiscrimination, visit http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/CFAPPS/OCR/ Mercyhurst complies with federal, state and local legislation and contactus.cfm for the address and phone number of the U.S. Department of regulations regarding nondiscrimination. This policy applies to faculty, Education office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481. administration and staff, applicants for employment, students and applicants for educational programs and activities. TABLE OF CONTENTS AN OVERVIEW......................................................................................................................................................................1 ACADEMIC PROGRAMS....................................................................................................................................................2 ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2015-2016..................................................................................................................................3 MERCYHURST UNIVERSITY: AN INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................4 STUDENT LIFE......................................................................................................................................................................6 Cultural/Social/Spiritual Department of Experiential Learning Athletics Residence Life Student Health Program ACADEMIC AFFAIRS........................................................................................................................................................9 Graduation Requirements Basic Competencies Requirements Core Curriculum Requirements Majors and Double Majors Academic Policies and Procedures Special Academic Programs and Services for Students with Disabilities ADMISSIONS.......................................................................................................................................................................24 STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICES...................................................................................................................................26 Tuition and Fees Financial Aid Scholarships ACADEMIC PROGRAMS..................................................................................................................................................35 BOARD OF TRUSTEES....................................................................................................................................................171 ADMINISTRATION..........................................................................................................................................................172 FACULTY............................................................................................................................................................................173 ASSOCIATION OF MERCY UNIVERSITIES................................................................................................................181 INDEX.................................................................................................................................................................................185 2015-2016 Mercyhurst University Course Catalog • www.mercyhurst.edu OVERVIEW 1 OVERVIEW AN OVERVIEW MERCYHURST UNIVERSITY Nursing • Founded 1926, Sisters of Mercy Coeducational VARSITY AND INTRAMURAL ATHLETICS • Catholic/Liberal Arts • Men’s and Women’s Programs • Programs in Career and Pre-Professional Areas • 3600 Students SPECIAL FEATURES • 60% Women/40% Men • Academic Support Programs • 15:1 Student-Faculty Ratio • Adult University • 64 Undergraduate/8 Graduate Majors • Advanced Placement • 46 Concentrations • Basic Skills Programs • Bilingual Special Education DEGREES • Bishop Alfred Watson Christian Service Awards • Master of Science • Bachelor of Arts • Campus Ministry • Bachelor of Science • Bachelor of Music • Career Counseling • Associate of Arts • Associate of Science • CLEP Exams • Certificate Programs ACCREDITATION • Computer Laboratories • Mercyhurst University is accredited by: • Contract Majors and Minors The Commission on Higher Education • Core Curriculum on Higher Education • Double Majors 3624 Market Street, 2nd Floor West Philadelphia, PA 19104-2680 • Honors Program Phone: (267) 284-5000 • Honor Societies • The Pennsylvania Department of Education • International Baccalaureate Programs • The Council on Social Work Education • Internships • The Accreditation Commission for Programs • Language Laboratory in Hospitality Administration • Learning Differences Programs • National Association of Schools of Dance • Math Lab • The National Athletic Trainers Association • Mercy Institute • The American Physical Therapy Association • Post-Baccalaureate Certificates • The National Association of Schools of Music • The Radio Station (FM) • International Assembly of Collegiate Business • ROTC (with Gannon University) Education • Service Learning • American Music Therapy Association • Study Abroad • Register of Professional Archeologists • Television Studio • Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards • Valedictorian-Salutatorian Scholarships • Accreditation Commission for Education in • Volunteer Programs • Writing Center 2015-2016 Mercyhurst University Course Catalog • www.mercyhurst.edu ACADEMIC PROGRAMS 2 ACADEMIC PROGRAMS ACADEMIC PROGRAMS Sustainability Studies Concentration • Music Education MASTER OF SCIENCE • Communication • Performance • Administration of Justice • Computer Systems • Anthropology • Criminal Justice PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS Forensic and Biological Anthropology Corrections Concentration Juvenile Justice Concentration • Pre-Dental Archaeology and Geoarchaeology • Pre-Pharmacy • Applied Behavior Analysis Law Enforcement Concentration Pre-Law Concentration • Pre-Law • Applied Intelligence • Pre-Veterinary • Data Science • Dance Pedagogy Concentration • Pre-Medical • Organizational Leadership • “2+3” LECOM Program Accounting Concentration • Early Childhood Education • Early Childhood /Special Education • Pre-Osteopathy Higher Education Administration Concentration • “3+4” LECOM Program Human Resources Concentration • English Creative Writing Concentration Non-Profit Management Concentration TEACHER CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS Sports Leadership Concentration Pre-Law Concentration Strategy & Innovation Secondary Education Concentration Writing Concentration • Art (K-12) • Physician Assistant Studies • Biology (7-12) • Special Education • Environmental Science Biology Field Studies Concentration • Early Childhood Education (PreK-4) Applied Behavior Analysis Concentration • Early Childhood Education (PreK-4)/Special • Secondary Education: Pedagogy and Practice Geology Field Studies Concentration • Finance Education (PreK-8) • French • English Education (7-12) BACHELOR OF SCIENCE • French Education • General Science (7-12) • Music (K-12) • Anthropology/Archaeology • Geology Environmental Geology/Hydrology • Social Studies Education (7-12) Archaeology Concentration • World Language – French, Spanish (K-12) Bioarchaeology Concentration Concentration • Applied Forensic Sciences Geoarchaeology Concentration Criminalistic/Forensic Biology Concentration • Graphic Design ASSOCIATE OF ARTS Forensic Anthropology Concentration • History Public History Concentration Forensic Chemistry Concentration • Liberal Arts* • Athletic Training Social Studies Education Concentration • Hospitality Management Communication Concentration* • Biochemistry Education Concentration* • Biology Food and Beverage Management Concentration Hotel Management Concentration Science Concentration* Ecosystem Conservation Concentration • Early Childhood