Graduate Programs 2011–2012 Catalog 1 Contents 3 Academic Calendar, 2011–2012 18 Change of Grade Policy 18 Course Numbering System and Eligibility 4 College Telephone Numbers 18 Drop/Add Policy 5 Mission and Goals 18 Examinations 5 The Mission of the College 18 Fulfillment of Degree Requirements 5 Goals of Cabrini College 18 Grades 5 Goals of Graduate Programs 19 Graduation 5 Vision Statement 19 Honor Society 19 Registration 6 The College 19 Satisfactory Academic Progress 6 History 19 Academic Probation and Dismissal 6 The Campus 19 Resumption of Study 6 The Graduate Student Body 20 Academic Programs 6 Graduate Programs 20 Master of Education (M.Ed.) and Certifications 8 Facilities and Resources 20 M.Ed. Curriculum Options 8 Antoinette Iadarola Center for Science, Education and 25 Master of Science in Organization Leadership (MSOL) Technology 26 Course Descriptions 8 The Children’s School 26 Master of Education 8 The Dixon Center 30 Master of Science in Organization Leadership 8 Founder’s Hall 9 George D. Widener Center 31 Organization 9 Grace Hall 31 Members 9 Holy Spirit Library 31 Board of Trustees 10 The Mansion 31 Administration and Staff 10 Cooperative Education and Career Services 32 Faculty 10 Public Safety 10 Parking 34 Campus Map 10 Vehicle Registration 35 Directions 11 Admission 11 Requirements 36 Index 11 Application Procedures 11 International Students 38 Checklist for Applicants 11 Transfer of Graduate Credits 12 Non-Degree/Visiting Graduate Students 12 Professional Enrichment Graduate Students 12 Course Waivers 12 Advising 13 Costs, Expenses and Financial Aid 13 Tuition and Fees for 2011–2012 13 Payments 13 Refund Policy 13 Withdrawal 14 Policy on Disbursement of Monies from Student Accounts 14 Eligibility for Financial Aid 14 Application Procedures 14 Federal Stafford Loans 14 Graduate PLUS Program 14 Alternative Loans 14 Aid from Other Sources 15 Satisfactory Academic Progress 15 Financial Aid Probation 15 Withdrawals and Refunds 16 Academic Policies, Procedures and Regulations 16 Academic Honesty 16 Academic Honesty Board 17 Academic Honesty Violation Definitions 17 Academic Honesty Violation Penalties 17 Graduate-Level Penalties 17 Charge, Hearing and Appeal Procedures 18 Academic Grievance Procedure 18 Auditing 18 Cancellation of Courses 2 Graduate Academic Calendar FALL SEMESTER 2011 SUMMER SESSIONS 2012 August 29 First Day of Classes (8:15 a.m.) May 21 First Day of Summer I and 12-week session September 5 Labor Day Holiday (no classes) May 28 Memorial Day Holiday (no classes) September 7 Last day to Add/Drop Classes or declare audit June 13 Last day to withdraw from a Summer I course October 14 Dean’s Fall Holiday (no classes) June 29 Last day of Summer I October 19 Semester Midpoint July 2 First Day of Summer II October 31 Graduate student registration for Spring July 4 Independence Day holiday (no classes) Semester 2012 begins July 6 Last day to withdraw from a Summer 12-week November 13 – 19 Cabrini Spirit Week course November 15 Cabrini Day July 25 Last day to withdraw from a Summer II course November 10 Last day to Withdraw from a class August 10 Last day of Summer II and Summer 12-week November 23 – 27 Thanksgiving Recess (no classes) session November 28 All Classes (day and evening) resume December 9 Classes End; Last Day to Declare Pass/Fail All dates are subject to change. Please check updated calendar of December 12 – 16 Final Examinations events on CABRINIONE at http://one.cabrini.edu/cp/home/loginf SPRING SEMESTER 2012 January 16 Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday January 18 First Day of Classes (8:15 a.m.) January 26 Last Day to Add or Drop a course or Declare Audit February 21 Founders Day March 4 – 11 Semester Break (no classes) March 7 Semester Midpoint March 12 All Classes (day and evening) resume April 2 Graduate student registration for Summer/Fall 2012 begins April 4 Last day to withdraw from a course April 5 – 9 Easter Holiday Break (after last class on April 4) (no classes) April 10 All Classes resume (8:15 a.m.) May 7 Last Day of Classes & Last Day to Declare Pass/Fail May 8 – 14 Final Examinations May 19 Baccalaureate Mass May 20 Commencement Exercises College Telephone Numbers The College’s area code is 610. Academic Affairs ............................................................. 902-8300 Academic Affairs Fax ...................................................... 902-8797 ADA/504 Coordinator .................................................... 902-8206 Affirmative Action ........................................................... 902-8206 Alumni Office .................................................................. 902-8226 Bookstore ........................................................................ 902-8526 Business Office (Student Billing) ...................................... 902-8279 Cabrini College website ........................................www.cabrini.edu Campus Ministry ............................................................ 902-8225 Children’s School ............................................................ 964-6112 Cooperative Education and Career Services .................... 902-8305 Education Division Fax ................................................... 902-8520 Faculty Support ............................................................... 902-8310 Financial Aid, Scholarships ............................................. 902-8420 General Information ........................................................ 902-8100 Graduate Admissions ...................................................... 902-8500 Graduate Admissions E-mail ......................... [email protected] Holy Spirit Library .......................................................... 902-8538 M.Ed. Director’s Office ................................................... 902-8329 MSOL Director’s Office .................................................. 902-8396 Office of Graduate Studies .............................................. 902-8500 Office of Graduate Studies Fax ........................................ 902-8522 Public Safety (Radio) ....................................................... 902-8245 Registrar (Transcripts, Records) ...................................... 902-8545 Registrar Fax ................................................................... 902-8309 Student Activities ............................................................ 902-8407 Snow Closing #: KYW 1060 AM Delaware County 523 (day classes) 2523 (evening classes) Mailing Address: 610 King of Prussia Road Radnor, PA 19087-3698 4 Mission and Goals Cabrini College, located in suburban Philadelphia, is a Catholic, co- Goals of Graduate Programs educational college that strives to be a leader in community service. Cabrini College graduate programs aim to assist students to: Linking theory to practice, the College offers programs of study in the • gain competence in their chosen field of study or subject matter area; liberal arts and professional studies. In providing for the educational • establish methods of inquiry, research and problem solving; needs of the area, the College has a strong commitment to commuter, • gain confidence as a leader in their profession; and graduate and adult students. Rooted in the heritage of Saint Frances • serve others, having received an “education of the heart.” Xavier Cabrini, the College is a vital part of the international educa- tional ministry of the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Vision Statement The Mission of Cabrini College To further the mission of Cabrini College, the Office of Graduate Studies will strive continuously to help adult students achieve their Education of the Heart educational and professional goals. To meet the ever-changing needs Cabrini College is a Catholic institution of higher education dedicated of adult learners in the greater Philadelphia metropolitan area, it will to academic excellence, leadership development, and a commitment become a center of academic excellence characterized by innovative to social justice. The College welcomes learners of all faiths, cultures, programming, personalized service and flexibility in program delivery. and backgrounds and prepares them to become engaged citizens of In keeping with the core values of Cabrini College, it will become a the world. leader in value-centered, adult undergraduate and graduate educa- tion. It will be energized in this effort by a collective commitment Goals of Cabrini College to shared values: 1. To provide an environment consistent with St. Frances Cabrini’s • Respect—Consistent demonstration of integrity, honesty, respect work in a pluralistic society by welcoming all qualified students and trust; in the enterprise of intellectual, spiritual, social and emotional • Community—Demonstration of concern for the personal and pro- growth. fessional well-being of others, especially the students the Center 2. To provide a Cabrinian “education of the heart” that teaches serves; that intellectual competence cannot be divorced from values or • Vision—Willingness to take risks for the sake of the College and, a moral responsibility to the community. especially, the students, and willingness to be open, stand up for 3. To provide a strong liberal arts education enabling students to one’s beliefs, challenge others, admit mistakes, assume responsibil- develop as critical thinkers, versed in communication and analyti- ity, and change one’s own behavior when necessary; and cal skills, with the ability to apply knowledge to new and different • Dedication to Excellence—Commitment to