McMURRY UNIVERSITY
South 14th and Sayles Boulevard ABILENE, TEXAS 79697-2339 Telephone Number: 325-793-3800 Office of Admissions: 1-800-460-2392 FAX Number: 325-793-4718 www.mcm.edu
2005-2006 CATALOG McMurry University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097; Telephone number 404-679-4501) to award baccalaureate degrees.
also accredited by University Senate of the United Methodist Church Texas Education Agency Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (BSN Program)
member of National Association of Schools and Colleges of the United Methodist Church Association of Texas Colleges and Universities Independent Colleges and Universities of Texas National Collegiate Honors Council Council of Independent Colleges Association of Governing Boards College Board
BULLETIN OF McMURRY UNIVERSITY (USPS 074 - 540) 2005-2006
EIGHTY-THIRD SESSION VOLUME LXXXIII May 2005 No. 6 Periodical Privileges Paid at Abilene, Texas. Published Annually
TABLE OF CONTENTS
McMURRY UNIVERSITY Campus Map 3 Campus Calendar 4
GENERAL INFORMATION Introduction to McMurry 7 Campus Buildings and Facilities 7 Campus Life 10 Admission Procedures 14 Financial Information 20
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS Academic Policies 26 Degrees Requirements 29 Honors Program 31 Dyess Air Force Base Program 33
DEPARTMENTS OF INSTRUCTION 36 Special Programs: Academic Advantage 36 Developmental Studies 81 Model United Nations 101 Servant Leadership 142
DIRECTORIES 151 University Personnel 151
INDEX 159
DISCLAIMER While this catalog accurately reflects the programs, policies, and requirements at the time of printing, the University reserves the right to change or amend this catalog in any way as may be deemed necessary.
The Catalog of McMurry University is, in effect, an agreement between the student and the University. It contains information concerning the academic requirements, and other regulations of the University.
Bring this catalog with you when you enroll. Study it. Familiarize yourself with its provisions. If you will do so, you can avoid many of the misunderstandings, delays, and difficulties which otherwise will confront you as you seek to meet the requirements for matriculation and graduation.
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3 McMURRY UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2005-2006
Fall Semester 2005: August 22 through December 9 Census Date January 25
First Dyess Mini-Term: August 22 through October 12 Last Day to Drop a Course with a “W” for Dyess 1st Mini-Term: February 6 Second Dyess Mini-Term: October 13 through December 9 Last Day to Drop a Course with a “W” -On Campus: February 20
Last Day to Drop a Class for Dyess 1st Mini-Term: February 22 New Faculty Meeting: August 16, 9:00 a.m. Mid-Term Grades Due in Registrar’s Office: March 8 Faculty Meeting: August 17, 8:30 a.m. Board of Trustees Meetings: March 9 and 10 Vision Quest: August 17-21 Spring Break: March 13 through March 17 Residence Halls Open for Freshmen: August 17 First Day of Classes for Dyess 2nd Mini-Term: March 20 Academic Advisement: August 19, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Classes Resume: March 20, 8:00 a.m. Registration: August 19, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Last Day to Add a Course for Dyess 2nd Mini-Term: March 24 Drop/Add and Schedule Changes: August 19, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Last Day to Drop a Class on Campus: March 27 Classes Begin: August 22, 8:00 a.m. 2nd Mini-Term: April 7 Fall Convocation: August 30, 9:30 a.m. Easter Holiday: April 14 and 17 Last Day to Add a Course for 1st Dyess Mini: August 26 Last Day to Withdraw from the University: April 20 Last Day to Register or Add a Course: August 26 Last Day to Drop a Course for Dyess 2nd Mini-Term: April 20 Graduation Application Deadline for Study Day: May 9 May & August 2006 Graduates: August 26 Final Exams: May 10 - 12 Census Date August 31 Official End of Spring Semester: May 12 Last Day to Drop a Course with a “W” for Dyess Official End of Dyess 2nd Mini-Term: May 12 1st Mini-Term: September 7 Commencement: May 13 Last Day to Drop a Course with a “W” on Campus: September 26 Grades due in Office of the Registrar: May 16 st Last Day to Drop a Course for Dyess 1 Mini-Term: September 29 Board of Trustees Meetings: October 13-14 May Term 2006: May 15 through June 2 nd First Day of Classes for Dyess 2 Mini-Term: October 13 Classes Begin: May 15 nd Last Day to Add a course for Dyess 2 Mini-Term: October 19 Last Day to Register or Add a Course: May 16 Mid-Term Grades Due in Registrar’s Office: October 19 Census Date May 16 Homecoming (no classes on Friday): October 13-16 Last Day to Drop a Course with a “W”: May 17 Last Day to Drop a Class on Campus: October 24 Last Day to Drop a Course or Withdraw from Early Registration for Spring Semester: November 7-18 the University: May 30 Last Day to Drop a Course with a “W” for Memorial Day Holiday: May 29 nd Dyess 2 Mini-Term: November 11 Official End of May Term: June 2 Last Day to Withdraw from the University: November 11 Last Day to Drop a Course or Withdraw from Summer Session I – 2006: June 5 through July 7 Dyess 2nd Mini-Term: November 11 Classes Begin: June 5 Thanksgiving Recess: November 23 -25 Last Day to Register or Add a Course: June 7 Classes Resume: November 28 Census Date June 8 Study Day: December 6 Last Day to Drop a Course with a “W”: June 16 Final Examinations: December 7-9 Last Day to Drop a Course or Withdraw from Official End of the Fall 2005 Semester: December 9 the University: June 28 Commencement: December 10 July 4th Holiday: July 4 Grades due in Office of the Registrar: December 13 Official End of Summer I: July 7
Spring Semester 2006: January 16 through May 12 Summer Session II - 2006: July 10 through August 11
Classes Begin: July 10 First Dyess Mini-Term: January16 through March10 Last Day to Register or Add a Course: July 12 Second Dyess Mini-Term: March 20 through May 12 Census Date July 13
Last Day to Drop a Course with a “W”: July 21 Academic Advisement: January 13, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Last Day to Drop a Course or Withdraw from Registration: January 13, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. the University: July 31 Drop/Add & Schedule Changes: January 13, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Official End of Summer II: August 11 Classes Begin: January 16 Last Day to Register or Add a Course for Dyess 1st Mini-Term: January 20 Last Day to Register or Add a Course-On Campus: January 20 Graduation Application Deadline for December 2006 Graduates: January 20
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FROM THE PRESIDENT
WELCOME TO MCMURRY UNIVERSITY!
McMurry University is pleased to offer this catalog of programs. Collectively, these programs define the McMurry Experience, an experience that is marked by opportunities for student achievement in all aspects of our campus activities. This experience is guided by our five Core Values:
Christian Faith as the foundation of life, Personal Relationships as the catalyst for life, GENERAL Learning as the journey of life, Excellence as the goal of life, and Service as the measure of life.
INFORMATION Whether in McMurry’s rigorous academic programs, in the variety of our student activities, or on the fields of intercollegiate athletic competition, students will be challenged to achieve and develop the character and leadership attributes so vital to Introduction to McMurry responsible and ethical citizenship in the twenty- first century.
Campus Life McMurry University is committed to providing the full range of opportunities in which students will Admission Procedures be encouraged and motivated to achieve. The values and lessons reinforced at McMurry Financial Information University, both in the classroom and outside the classroom, will prepare students of today to be leaders of tomorrow. That is our mission...that is our vision.
John H. Russell, Ph.D. President, McMurry University
6 INTRODUCTION TO McMURRY Ex-Students Association of McMurry University. In 1947, the Dallas Institute of Vocal and Dramatic Art was merged with McMurry College,
contributing increased strength to the College’s academic and fine arts MISSION OF McMURRY UNIVERSITY facilities. By action of the McMurry College Board of Trustees in
October 1989, McMurry College was renamed McMurry University The mission of McMurry University is to provide a Christian effective with the beginning of the 1990 Fall Semester. This change liberal arts and professional education that prepares students for was accompanied by the creation of a College of Arts and Sciences, a fulfilling life of leadership and service. School of Business, School of Education, and the Abilene
Intercollegiate School of Nursing, as well as significant curricular The University fulfills this mission by fostering a campus culture innovations. McMurry University is recognized as an innovative, liberal that is distinctive in the following ways: arts university offering quality liberal arts, pre-professional, and
professional undergraduate education to its students. Thousands of McMurry is shaped by the Christian faith. her alumni are serving with distinction in significant positions As a United Methodist institution grounded in the Wesleyan traditions throughout America. In recent years McMurry has made a particularly of intellectual achievement and vital piety, McMurry nurtures and cares enviable record in the sound preparation of young men and women for for each student as a unique individual, helps students through the careers in business, science, education, and the Christian ministry. many challenges of higher education, and provides the resources necessary to help students grow as whole persons spiritually, emotionally, morally, intellectually, socially, and physically. Our CAMPUS BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES pursuit of academic excellence is supported by our belief that truth, in a universe created by God, is nothing to fear. We honor the Creator ADMINISTRATION BUILDING. The C.E. Maedgen Administration when we use our minds for their intended purpose of learning in ways Building, completed in 1962, houses the administrative offices of the unhindered by prejudice or ignorance. University. This structure will remain as a lasting tribute to the late Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Maedgen of Lubbock, Texas. McMurry provides a liberal arts education to every student. We believe that the liberal arts are the foundation of an examined, BAND HALL. This two-story structure contains a large rehearsal room, informed, and worthwhile life. In both the University Core and General offices, practice rooms, and storage rooms. The funds for its Education curricula, all students engage questions of goodness, truth, construction were provided by friends of McMurry and of the McMurry and beauty as they have been interpreted by the leading lights of Band. ancient and modern civilizations. Through the liberal arts, our students develop an abiding sense of personal integrity, an informed CAMPUS CENTER. Completed in the fall of 1979, the Shirley L. and appreciation for the perspectives of others, and a clear vision of their Mildred Garrison United Methodist Campus Center is a $2 million moral and spiritual identity. structure located in the center of McMurry’s campus. The campus center is a partially underground structure with grassy slopes rising McMurry prepares students for a fulfilling life of leadership and around its walls. This structure is used for a wide variety of activities. service. On the basis of our shared liberal arts background, McMurry Weekly campus worship services are held in its chapel, dances are students pursue studies that prepare them for a variety of worthwhile held in its ballroom, students’ free time may be spent in the Sports careers. McMurry’s extracurricular activities, programs, and Grille, computers and tutoring are available in the Academic organizations give students practical experience in leadership and Enrichment Center, and the faculty relaxes in the faculty lounge. In service. Whether entering professional life upon graduation or going 2003, the Braniff Lounge became the Windjammer Lounge honoring a on to graduate study, students leave our campus with a solid basis for McMurry student band of the 1960s. The campus center was recently a fulfilling life of leadership and service in their chosen professions and renovated to include new carpet in the ballroom and new furniture and their civic and religious communities. carpeting in the Windjammer’s Lounge. Other facilities located here are the college bookstore, campus activities board office, post office, and McMurry expects and enables excellence throughout the the offices of the Campus Minister and the McMurry Student University community. Government. We believe that our distinctive campus culture will flourish only if all members of the McMurry community strive for excellence. We commit NOEL R. and ANITA HENRY CHAPIN ART BUILDING. Constructed in ourselves to high expectations for everyone at McMurry students, 1999-2000. The Chapin Building provides instructional space for faculty, administrators, trustees, and staff and to provide the human ceramics and for student and faculty studios. and financial resources necessary for meeting those exacting standards. We aim to be a community in which students expand their CLASSROOM BUILDING. The Harold Groves Cooke Liberal Arts intellectual and cultural horizons as they develop an enthusiasm for Building houses classrooms, faculty offices, and computer labs. lifelong learning. We pledge to hold our students accountable to the highest possible standards of academic achievement and to provide DINING HALL. The J.E. and L.E. Mabee Dining hall was completed in excellent professors who will help them meet these expectations. the summer of 1988 at an approximate cost of $1,100,000. It covers approximately 13,900 square feet and is located adjacent to the HISTORY. northwest corner of the Campus Center. Food service is prepared to McMurry College was voted into being at the annual session of the serve in excess of 2,000 meals per day. The dining hall has a Northwest Texas Conference of the Methodist Church in October, maximum seating capacity for 500 persons. 1920, at Clarendon, Texas. The College was established at Abilene upon an offer of inducements from the Chamber of Commerce and EDUCATION BUILDING. The Iris Graham Education building, a other benefactors. The construction of the first building, now the Old renovation of the Iris Graham Memorial Dining Hall, was completed in Main Building, was begun in the spring of 1922. By action of the same 1989. It provides offices for the Department of Curriculum and conference which established the school, Dr. J.W. Hunt was elected its Instruction faculty; three general purpose classrooms; two first president. Under his direction the College opened its doors in demonstration classrooms; and audio-visual, curriculum, and computer September, 1923. laboratories. A grant from the Mayer Foundation of Plainview has allowed the purchase of “state-of-the-art” equipment for training future McMurry University is the legal and spiritual successor to four historic teachers. educational institutions of West Texas and New Mexico, namely, Stamford College, Clarendon College, Western College and Seth Ward FIELD HOUSE. The Field House was completed in the summer of College. McMurry is now the custodian of some records of these 1982 at an approximate cost of $400,000. Located just to the south of colleges and has incorporated their ex-students into the Alumni and the J.W. Hunt Physical Education Center, and adjacent to Indian
7 Stadium, the Field House serves as the dressing facility for football. A one’s talents. In addition, students tend to become better assimilated fully-equipped weight training facility is housed in the Field House as into McMurry’s culture and develop rapid friendships and support well as a 3600 square foot carpeted workout area. networks by living on campus. Students live together in learning and living communities where they receive support from trained resident FINE ARTS CENTER. The Amy Graves Ryan Fine Arts Center is a assistants and peer leaders. The experience of living on campus is the memorial to the late Mrs. Amy Graves Ryan given by the late Dr. Basil foundation to life beyond McMurry. Due to the advantages of residing Ryan, her husband, who served as trustee of the University. The Fine on campus, McMurry requires that all students who are single, under Arts Center houses the Departments of Art, Music, and the age of 21, have earned less than 90 credit hours, or who do not Communication and Theatre. The Munger Sculpture Garden in the reside with a parent or legal guardian within 30 miles of McMurry live center outdoor area of the fine arts complex is a memorial to Mr. L.S. on campus. Anyone wishing to reside off campus must get approval Munger. This was presented to the University by Dr. and Mrs. Edwin E. through application to the Assistant Director of Residence Life. Middleton. Marsha Middleton contributed the abstract stone sculpture to the garden. All students in the residence halls are required to purchase a meal plan. All residents are responsible for following the guidelines set by LIBRARY. The Jay-Rollins Library is one of the most striking buildings McMurry University concerning housing, as well as all policies and on the McMurry campus. With a capacity for 200,000 volumes, the regulations listed in the Council Fire, in the housing agreement, and Library has high-vaulted ceilings and lighting effects conducive to study The Residence Life Guidebook. and reading. Stainless steel, glass and masonry make this building a fitting memorial to Mr. and Mrs. S.M. Jay and to Mr. and Mrs. Nat G. There are 5 residential centers located on the McMurry campus: Rollins, from whose estates it was largely financed. ¾ Gold Star Residence Hall - The Gold Star Memorial OLD MAIN BUILDING. The Old Main Building is the former Residence Hall opened in 1948. This hall houses men only administrative building in which are located several classrooms, faculty and is a memorial to the Methodist men and women of the offices, and administrative offices. Northwest Texas and New Mexico conferences who gave their lives in World War II. The hall is arranged by suites PHYSICAL EDUCATION CENTER. The J.W. Hunt Physical Education with shared bath facilities. Center is the result of a generous anonymous gift and a $500,000 Matching Fund Campaign and was completed at a cost of $1.3 million. ¾ Hunt Residence Hall - James Winford Hunt Memorial The Physical Education Center, located on the west side of the Residence Hall houses only men. The rooms are arranged in campus, features all modern health and physical education facilities. suites with shared bath facilities. This residence hall was The main playing floor is used for men’s and women’s intercollegiate newly renovated and ready for occupancy by Fall 2005. competition and for a variety of other activities when regularly scheduled programs permit. The gymnasium area, known as Kimbrell ¾ Martin Residence Hall - William C. Martin Residence Hall Arena, can seat over 2,100 for competitive sports events. Also houses only women in rooms that are arranged by suites included are individual offices for athletic and physical education staff with shared bath facilities This residence hall was newly members, Wellness Center, two classrooms, and auxiliary service renovated and ready for occupancy by Fall 2005. areas. ¾ President Residence Hall - President Residence Hall was RADFORD AUDITORIUM. Located on the northeast corner of the the first hall on campus. Renovated in 1998, President Hall campus, Radford Memorial Auditorium further enhances the dignity has new carpeting, paint, bathrooms, and lobby furnishings. and beauty of McMurry University. The building is a gift from Mrs. J.M. President houses women only. Each room has different Radford, philanthropist and prominent McMurry benefactress. dimensions and shares one of two centralized bath facilities Standing as a beacon to Christian higher education, the tower of this on each floor. building, which rises to a height of over one hundred feet, may be seen from a distance of over twenty miles. Modern Gothic in architectural ¾ Apartments - Upperclass students have the option of living in style, the heart of this building is its spacious auditorium and the McMurry apartment community conveniently located on sanctuary, which seats twelve hundred people. Admissions and campus. The apartments are furnished, have complete Financial Aid offices are located in Radford. kitchens, open living area with a separate bedroom for each resident. A common area open to all apartment residents for PHILLIPS’ FAMILY STUDENT ACTIVITIES CENTER. The Phillips’ studying and relaxing is available with attached laundry Family Student Activities Center is attached to the J.W. Hunt Physical facilities. Residents living in the apartments are not required Education Center on the south side and extends to the Field house. to purchase a meal plan, but have the option if they so The complex includes an indoor swimming pool with a handicap lift, desire. recreation gymnasium, student lounge area, and dressing facilities. The swimming pool includes a diving pool area with 1 meter and 3 ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT CENTER meter diving boards and 6 lanes on a NCAA 25 yard course. It is used The Academic Enrichment Center (AEC), located in the Campus for competition and instruction in physical education, and recreation for Center, is an integral part of the academic services of McMurry students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The gymnasium includes University. The AEC serves the University by providing academic basketball, volleyball, badminton and racquetball courts. support and instructional resources for students, staff and faculty in a comprehensive learning environment. Resources include professional SCIENCE. The Finch-Gray Science Center provides laboratory, tutoring, peer tutoring, computer tutorials, word processing, internet classroom, and office space for the Departments of Biology, access, and audio/visual materials that assist and enhance classroom Chemistry, Environmental Science, and Physics. This building will study. Academic counseling and study skills development are also remain as a lasting tribute to Mr. and Mrs. O.H. Finch, Sr. and the late provided. The primary function of the AEC is to provide vital academic Mrs. Rebecca Estes Gray. support services to all McMurry students through programs designed to help underprepared students prepare, prepared students advance, INDIAN STADIUM. The university stadium contains a standard track and advanced students excel. Through the tools and services it and athletic field. It is used for all McMurry home football games and provides, the AEC helps enable students from all economic and track meets. educational backgrounds to pursue academic excellence.
RESIDENCE HALLS The Director of Academic Enrichment and Developmental Studies assisted by two professional tutors and two professional staff are on Living on campus provides many opportunities to discover and develop duty approximately 90 hours each week. Peer tutors are also available
8 to assist students in various subject areas. During the fall and spring PHYSICAL EDUCATION FACILITIES semesters, the AEC is normally open during the following hours: Long noted for its strong program for the preparation of physical education teachers and coaches, McMurry takes pride in its facilities Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 12:00 midnight for physical education, recreation, and athletics. The Hunt Center for Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Physical Education includes classrooms and facilities for instructional Saturday: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. and fitness-related activities. Conditioning, first aid and injury care Sunday: 2:00 p.m. - 12:00 midnight rooms are included, along with a sun-deck off the second floor. The Wellness Center is housed on the second floor of the Hunt P.E. LIBRARY FACILITIES Center and contains a complete fitness center with weight and The Jay-Rollins Library attempts to serve the needs of not only the cardiovascular machines, free weights, and testing equipment. students, faculty, and staff of McMurry University, but also those of the Although the Wellness Center is located in the Hunt P.E. Center, it is Abilene community. The library contains over 154,000 bound volumes not confined to this area. The Center also offers campus-wide and as well as a growing collection of non-print materials including, video community programs in the six areas of wellness: physical, spiritual, cassettes, compact discs, DVD’s, and microfilms. The Media Center, occupational, social, emotional, and intellectual. located on the first floor, offers additional media related services including equipment checkout, slide and tape duplication, and SCIENCE FACILITIES consultation on media integration in the classroom. In addition, the Wylie Seminar Room is equipped with interactive video technology for Biology distance learning and instructional use. All of the library’s materials The Biology Department’s teaching laboratories are equipped with plus the library collections of the Abilene Public Library, Abilene computers, electrophoresis chambers, electronic balances, incubators, Christian University, and Hardin-Simmons University are accessible to spectrophotometers, waterbaths, pH meters, and the usual McMurry students and faculty through the Abilene Library Consortium’s microscopes expected in a biology lab. Specialized computer- automated online system, ALCON (Abilene Library Consortium interfaced equipment is utilized in physiology courses. Skeletons and Online). The Consortium also provides access to other databases and anatomical models supplement dissection in anatomy courses. communications networks via the Internet. Three professional Multimedia equipment used for lecture and lab includes laserdisc librarians assisted by five staff persons and twenty student assistants players, VCRs, and video-interfaced microscopes. A dedicated are on duty 79 hours each week. During the fall and spring semesters research lab for senior research is furnished with computers, laser the library is normally open during the following hours: printer, plotter, scanner, digital balance, incubators, pH meter, electrophoresis chamber, spectrophotometer, cell disrupter, Monday - Thursday: 7:45 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. ultracentrifuge, differential interference microscope, lyophilizer, and Friday: 7:45 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. environmental chamber. An extensive microscope slide collection is Saturday: 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. maintained for teaching. Additional equipment available for field work Sunday: 3:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. includes global positioning system (GPS) units and a water chemistry test kit. Lecture and lab instruction is augmented by a teaching There are also four special collections housed in the library. These are collection of mammals, birds, insects, and a herbarium of plants of the the Archives of the Northwest Texas Conference of the United Southwest. A greenhouse is maintained by the Department for Methodist Church, the J.W. Hunt Library of Texana and the Southwest, propagation of plants used in classwork and research. the E. L. and A. W. Yeats Collection, and the McWhiney Collection. The library is an active participant in OCLC Inc. and is a member of the Chemistry and Biochemistry AMIGOS Bibliographic Council, the Llano Estacado Information The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry utilizes several Access Network (LEIAN), and Texas Independent College and laboratories which provide space for general, organic, analytical, University Librarians (TICUL). inorganic, physical, and biochemistry, as well as for research conducted in the department. A nearby computer laboratory allows COMPUTER FACILITIES student access to the Internet and specialized chemistry software. Computer resources are well integrated into McMurry’s curriculum. Major scientific instruments include analytical balances, There are currently 11 multipurpose computer laboratories with up-to- refractometers, polarimeters, potentiometers, a Fourier transform date computer hardware, software, and other learning resources. The infrared spectrometer (FTIR), several portable visible availability and use of this modern technology is supported by spectrophotometers, an ultraviolet-visible spectrophotometer, McMurry’s faculty and administration. The application of electronic spectrofluorometers, gas chromatographs, a polarigraph, and a databases, analytical tools, presentation software, multimedia Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectrometer. software, and Internet based course management systems is being woven into the fabric of the educational process at McMurry. There Environmental Sciences and the Geoscience Program are also two distance learning classrooms available in the Jay-Rollins Environmental Science is an interdisciplinary department and includes Library. Hardware and software standards have been adopted. All the Geoscience Program. As such, Environmental Science relies on departments require some utilization of PC’s, and standard office various departments to provide laboratory facilities and other resources productivity software is used across the disciplines. The University’s for its classes. The department has extensive hardware and software resources provide a 1:5 computer to student ratio. Incoming students for geographic information systems (GIS) applications. Field and are not required, but are encouraged, to bring their own computers to laboratory equipment are also available for the analysis of soil and McMurry. Every residence hall is wired into the computer network with water samples. For the Geoscience Program, department resources a port for each student providing free Internet and e-mail service. include a large collection of geologic maps and 35 mm slides which McMurry is committed to providing academic experiences that prepare illustrate geologic features and processes. A substantial teaching all students, regardless of their majors, for entry into an increasingly collection consisting of fossils, crystal models, mineral, and rock sophisticated and complex technological world. samples is used frequently during lab sessions. Also utilized in the labs is the well-known Ward’s “Classic North American Rock Collection” MUSIC FACILITIES (both rock samples and thin sections). Swift stereo microscopes are The Department of Music has practice facilities located in both the available for geologic studies of rocks, sediments and microfossils. Ryan Fine Arts Building and the Bynum Band Hall. Concert facilities High quality (Olympus) student polarizing microscopes are used for include a two-hundred seat recital hall and the twelve-hundred seat general lab studies of rock thin sections. A research quality (Nikon) Radford Memorial Auditorium. A variety of pianos and practice organs polarizing microscope is available for special student projects. It is for student use are available. A thirty-five bell Fritsen carillon is located equipped with an automated AFX photomicrographic system to take in Radford Memorial Tower. Performance instruments are available in 35mm photographs of thin sections. In addition, a Swift Automatic the Recital Hall and Radford Auditorium for concert and community Point Counter System is available for modal analysis of thin-sections. use.
9 Physics CHANTERS: This group is the premiere touring choir of McMurry The Physics laboratories are well equipped for teaching and University. Membership is through competitive audition and offers undergraduate research. Equipment includes gas lasers, Geiger and students an opportunity to experience a challenging ensemble with a scintillation counters and scales, precision frequency measuring rich choral tradition. The group tours each semester and performs in equipment, Fabry-Perot and Michelson interferometers, grating and area churches and schools representing the excellence of McMurry. prism spectrometers, oscilloscopes, and an ample stock of meters and National or international travel is planned once every four years. laboratory standards. A collection of reflector telescopes and in-lab Chanters sing primarily a capella music but also perform a wide range computers are also available for student instruction. Additional of musical styles including choral/orchestral works and pieces computing resources for undergraduate research are available, representing all genres of music. Our goal is to educate students and including LINUX-based computers. Additionally, Physics is a member offer variety to our audiences. of the National Undergraduate Research Observatory and thus has access to a 31” telescope at Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff, Arizona. CHAMBER CHOIR: A small, select chorale ensemble, Chamber Choir The Physics stockroom is well-equipped for construction and performs without a conductor, which demands excellent musicianship. maintenance of equipment for teaching and research. The group works to develop choral blend, musical accuracy and artistic interpretation for a variety of musical styles. The Chamber Choir CAMPUS LIFE typically tours with Chanters and performs for numerous university and civic events. Students are eligible for this group if they are a current
member of Chanters and are selected through a competitive audition Student Association at the beginning of the fall semester. Our goal is to build individual The Student Association is the most inclusive of the McMurry student musicianship and artistry in the advanced singer. organizations. Composed of all full-time students of the University, this organization exists primarily to promote the democratic expression and UNIVERSITY CHOIR: Open to all students, faculty and staff on exercise of student opinion, and to represent, serve, and assist campus this choral ensemble is an opportunity to be involved in students in matters relating to student social life, activities, and campus life. The group sings in chapel services, for choral concerts elections. The leadership of the Student Association is the McMurry and joins in with the other choral ensembles to sing choral/orchestra Student Government which is divided into executive, judicial, and works. The group offers the opportunity for musical expression and legislative branches, the last of which is composed of the Senate. All meeting new friends. Our goal is to offer the college community an officers of the Student Association are elected by the student body or opportunity to serve our campus through music. appointed by the Executive Council. The Music Department supports a number of additional performing Athletics opportunities including Chamber Winds, Percussion Ensemble, Opera McMurry University fields teams that participate in nineteen Workshop, and various woodwind and brass instrumental ensembles. intercollegiate sports. Men are provided opportunities in baseball, These groups perform at a variety of University functions and concerts basketball, cross country, football, golf, soccer, swimming, tennis, track throughout the year. and field (indoor), and track and field (outdoor). Women are provided opportunities in basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, swimming, PUBLICATIONS tennis, track and field (indoor), track and field (outdoor), and volleyball. THE GALLEON: The University literary magazine, The Galleon, The University aims to foster physical development of students and to publishes the best essays, poetry, short stories, and other literary cultivate a spirit of equality, cooperation, and clean sportsmanship efforts of the greater McMurry community. Students, alumni, and through its athletic programs, both intercollegiate and intramural. faculty interested in creative writing and visual arts are invited to McMurry is a member of the American Southwest Conference, contribute to this annual magazine edited by students and published competing in the NCAA Division III. under the auspices of the Department of English. TOTEM. The University yearbook, The Totem, is published in the fall. It Philosophy and Purpose of Intercollegiate Athletics at McMurry presents a record of student and campus life during the previous University academic year. The Totem is published by students under the The purpose of athletics at McMurry University is to provide an auspices of the Office of University Relations. opportunity for students to compete in intercollegiate sports in an educationally sound, Christian environment. The athletics program WAR WHOOP: The official newspaper for the greater McMurry should be properly administered in such a way that athletics remains in community, The War Whoop, is published biweekly by students under keeping with the University’s liberal arts tradition. the auspices of the Academic Affairs Office. Reporting on current Athletics should be a part of the total educational process and there campus events, The War Whoop is devoted largely to the interests of should be a broad base of opportunity for participation. The program the student body. The War Whoop Editorial Advisory Board, consisting should create a rallying point for students, faculty, and alumni while still of students, faculty and administrators, works together with student enhancing educational values. It is understood that while striving to be editors and writers to determine editorial policy and content. The War competitive institutional integrity should never be sacrificed for the Whoop is not published during recesses or summer sessions. sake of athletic victory. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETIES There should be an equal opportunity for men and women with an ALPHA CHI. The James Winford Hunt chapter of Alpha Chi, a national emphasis on anticipation for the enjoyment and love of the sport. scholarship society, was organized in 1926. Eligibility is based upon character and scholarship. Members are elected from the top ten Athletics at McMurry University exists within the educational percent of the junior and senior classes. Its purpose is to encourage mainstream of the University and is administered with the same sound scholarship and devotion to the truth. controls, budgetary procedures, and program responsibility as any other academic or administrative function. ALPHA KAPPA DELTA: The Phi chapter of Alpha Kappa Delta, an international sociology honor society, was chartered at McMurry in MUSIC ORGANIZATIONS 1990. The purpose of Alpha Kappa Delta is to promote an interest in McMURRY BAND: The McMurry Band consists of students from all the study of sociology and the research of social problems. areas of study including music majors and non-majors. The Band is primarily involved in marching performance at football games and ALPHA LAMBDA DELTA: A national honor society for freshmen with a parades during the Fall semester, and in concert appearances at gpa of at least 3.5. McMurry’s chapter was installed in 2001. schools, churches and community events during Spring semester. The BETA BETA BETA: The Pi Beta Chapter of Beta Beta Beta was Band meets daily and membership is open to any student with prior installed in 1979. Its purposes are to promote scholarship, high school or college instrumental experience. Participation in both dissemination of scientific knowledge and biological research. semesters is required for all music majors and those on departmental merit scholarships.
10 KAPPA DELTA PI: On May 18, 1951, the Eta Epsilon chapter of the PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS national honor society in education, Kappa Delta Pi, was chartered at AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY: The McMurry Student Affiliate McMurry University. The purpose of Kappa Delta Pi is to encourage Chapter received its charter early in 1964. All students interested in high professional, intellectual, and personal standards and to chemistry as a profession are eligible for membership in this recognize outstanding contributions to education. As an international organization after satisfactory completion of the first semester of organization, it has among its members the outstanding educators of general chemistry. The purpose of the organization is to stimulate a the world. professional interest in chemistry, to keep students abreast of recent developments in the chemical field, to provide a forum for discussion of KAPPA MU EPSILON: In the spring of 1987 the Texas Iota chapter of chemical topics, to promote scholarship, and to encourage fellowship this honorary mathematics fraternity was formed on the McMurry among those interested in chemistry. campus. The purpose of Kappa Mu Epsilon is to promote and encourage mathematical activity. COMPUTER CLUB: This group is open to all students who are enrolled in university computer classes. The club promotes fellowship KAPPA PI: In the spring of 1969, Epsilon Theta chapter of Kappa Pi, and sharing of interests in computer-related activities. Typical activities an international honorary art fraternity, was organized on the McMurry include speakers from local business, trips to local and regional campus. The purpose of Kappa Pi is to encourage creativity, expand facilities and a springtime computer fair. the student’s knowledge in the visual arts mount exhibitions and sales of art work, and provide scholarship opportunities. KAPPA DELTA SIGMA: is an organization for students who intend to OMICRON DELTA KAPPA: Chartered in the Fall of 2001, Omicron pursue some form of ministry. This group meets twice a month for the Delta Kappa is the National Leadership Honor Society that recognizes following purposes: 1) to provide fellowship for those interested in and encourages superior scholarship, leadership, and exemplary ministry; 2) to study various forms of the Christian ministry; 3) to serve character. Students are recognized for achievement in scholarship; others on-campus and off-campus. athletics; campus or community service, social and religious activities, and campus government; journalism, speech, and the mass media; McMURRY MATHEMATICS CLUB: The McMurry Mathematics Club creative and performing arts. was organized in the fall of 1971 by students with an interest in mathematics. The purpose of the club is to provide mathematical PHI ALPHA THETA: Chartered in 1971, Phi Alpha Theta is an activities that go beyond the usual, promote interest in mathematics, international honor society for history; membership is open to students and to encourage fellowship among those with an interest in who meet the academic requirements and have completed twelve mathematics. hours of history. Sigma Beta chapter seeks to promote excellence in PHYSICAL EDUCATION CLUB: This organization is associated with the study and writing of history and provides opportunities for students the Texas Association of Health, Physical Education and Recreation. and professional historians to share ideas. The club not only assists physical education students while enrolled at
McMurry University, but also promotes the competence, scholarship, PI KAPPA DELTA: The Texas Gamma chapter of Pi Kappa Delta, a and enthusiasm that is needed to become a professional physical national forensics fraternity, was organized in 1967. This national educator. Club members attend state and district meetings each year organization was founded in 1912 to promote scholarship, intellectual as well as sponsor various professional physical education and athletic and personal development, and to recognize outstanding contribution events on the campus and in the city of Abilene. in the field of public speaking. PRESS CLUB: This group is composed of students who have PSI CHI: The McMurry University chapter of Psi Chi was chartered in completed an acceptable amount of writing or spent time working on April 1999. Psi Chi is the National Honor Society in Psychology, one or more of the college publications. The Press Club is a member founded in 1929 for the purpose of encouraging, stimulating, and of the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association and sends delegates maintaining excellence in scholarship and advancing the science of each year to the state meeting. psychology. Membership is open to graduate and undergraduate men and women who are making the study of psychology one of their major PSYCHOLOGY CLUB: The McMurry Psychology Club “TRI-PSY” was interests and who meet the minimum qualifications. Psi Chi is a organized to promote interest in psychology, to provide psychological member of the Association of College Honor Societies (ACHS) and is activities beyond the usual classroom situations, to enhance contacts an affiliate of the American Psychological Association (APA) and the between students and local mental health professionals, and to American Psychological Society (APS). encourage fellowship among psychology students. It is open to all students with an interest in the science and practice of psychology. SIGMA DELTA PI: The Lambda Epsilon Chapter at McMurry University was chartered in April, 1975. Sigma Delta Pi is a society to honor SOCIETY OF PHYSICS STUDENTS: The McMurry Chapter of students who seek and attain excellence in the study of the Spanish Physics Students is a charter chapter of the Society which was language and the literature and culture of Spanish speaking peoples. founded on April 22, 1968. The purpose of the Society is to promote educational activities for all students interested in physics and to SIGMA PI SIGMA: The McMurry Chapter of Sigma Pi Sigma, physics encourage and assist students to develop the knowledge, competence, honor society, was chartered in 1962. The objective of the Society is to enthusiasm, and social responsibility that are essential to the recognize the attainment of high scholarship and potential advancement of physics. Membership is open to all students interested achievement in physics. Membership is open to juniors and seniors in physics. who have attained high scholarship in physics and other subjects and SOCIOLOGY CLUB: The McMurry Sociology Club was organized in who give evidence of professional merit, proficiency, or distinction. The the fall of 1982 to promote the study of social life, to enhance the Society is a member of the Association of College Honor Societies and relationship between sociology students and the human services is an affiliated society of the American Association for the agencies of our society, and to encourage fellowship among sociology Advancement of Science. Sigma Pi Sigma is an integral part of the students. Membership is open to all students who are majoring or Society of Physics Students operating within the Education Division of minoring in sociology. the American Institute of Physics. SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS SIGMA TAU DELTA: In 1951 the Phi Epsilon chapter of the national FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES: This local chapter of the honorary and professional society of Sigma Tau Delta was chartered national organization is open to all interested students. FCA is a group on the campus of McMurry University. Membership in the society is which has the purpose to confront athletes, coaches, and young open to students who meet the academic standards and who are people with the challenge and adventure of following Christ through the interested in the study of English and in writing and publishing. fellowship of the church and their chosen vocation.
11 INDIAN INSIGHT: This student foundation was formed in 1977 in an committee areas of alumni, student and church relations. These effort to involve all campus members interested in the advancement leaders serve three-year terms and are partners in the University’s and support of McMurry University. Organized for the general purpose institutional advancement efforts. of promoting pride in the total University through the involvement of the students, primarily, Indian Insight assists the Office of Admission in the McMURRY RELIGIOUS LIFE recruitment of new students. Membership is limited to 25 students in Religious Life Office - Garrison Campus Center Room 107 serving the University. Sharing in Methodism’s concern that “knowledge and vital piety” might be creatively united, McMurry University includes in its overall mission SERVICE CLUBS a concern for the spiritual dimension of life. The University Chaplain ALPHA PHI OMEGA: Organized in 1964, the Omicron Delta Chapter serves as an advisor, mentor, and companion on the journey to of this national service fraternity was founded for the primary purpose provide leadership and direction with students, faculty, staff, and of service to the University in all areas of civic life. New members are administrators who desire to search and build their spiritual depth and added each year. The prospective members serve a period of pledging well-being. Students are encouraged to take an active part in the during which time they are required to participate in various service religious activities on campus. Opportunities are available for students projects. to attend and lead in a variety of worship settings; participate in fellowship, study, and accountability groups; explore vocations in the ZETA PHI BETA: is a national social/service women’s sorority that Church; and grow in wisdom and maturity in their faith journey. encourages the highest standards of scholarship through scientific, literary, cultural, educational and service programs. Fundamental to COUNSELING SERVICES their purpose is providing activities that assist the campus and local Counseling Services, which is located in the Old Main Building, is communities. devoted to helping students who need assistance in coping with personal problems. These include but are not limited to depression, SERVANT LEADERSHIP: Program strives to help students become anxiety, issues of abuse or trauma, family of origin issues, self- both servants and leaders. The program promotes the idea that esteem, relationship issues, substance abuse, eating problems, and Servant Leaders will lead others by being servants first, seeking the grief. Counseling groups are available and include Flying Solo: Single best for those they lead. It has a unified curricular program, combining Parents Support Group, Survivors of Abuse, and Friendship Factor. All ethics, leadership, and service to the community. The Program is on-campus counseling services are free and confidential to McMurry designed so that students have the opportunity throughout college to students. participate in numerous offerings that enhance their leadership potential. CAREER SERVICES McMurry University Career Services guides and encourages students SOCIAL CLUBS to develop skills necessary for lifelong career management in the There are thirteen social clubs on the McMurry campus. They are changing world of work. Career planning and placement services are founded upon democratic principles and are dedicated to the available for all students, freshmen through senior. Services provided promotion of wholesome social activities. The student social are: organizations and Interclub Councils are all under faculty/staff ¾ Career Counseling – helps with career planning, major sponsorship. decisions, and other career-related issues.
Clubs for Women: Clubs for Men: ¾ Career Testing – help determine your interests in relation to Alpha Psi Alpha HEI occupational choices. Delta Beta Epsilon I.H.R Gamma Sigma KIVA Pi Delta Phi Ko Sari ¾ Job Search Assistance – at all stages of trying to find the job Theta Chi Lambda Makona that is right for you. T.I.P. Sigma Rhomeo Tri-B’s ¾ Job Listing Service and Placement File – credential registration and job listing access for part-time and permanent positions. CAMPUS ACTIVITIES BOARD (CAB) Campus Activities Board (CAB) is the student run programming board ¾ On-Campus Recruiting interviews with company recruiters for McMurry University. CAB brings a variety of entertainment and for permanent positions. programs to campus including concerts, films, comedians, hypnotists, and lots more. Spring McMadness is a spring festival held in April and ¾ Internship Coordination helps you gain real-world skills is also sponsored by CAB. Membership in CAB is open to all McMurry while still in school. students. The Student Activities office is located in the Garrison United Methodist Campus Center. ¾ Self-help materials to provide pointers on academic, vocational, and job-search questions. ALUMNI ASSOCIATION The ALUMNI ASSOCIATION is an organization composed of former ¾ Workshops/Seminars –receive additional information on students and graduates. It has for its general purposes to inform, to such topics as Resume Writing, Networking, Job Search inspire, and to involve the alumni body while promoting the interests of Techniques, Salary Negotiations, and GRE prep. McMurry University. The Association provides editorial input for the alumni publications McMurry Connections and the Chieftain. In ¾ Career Fairs/Graduate School Day – pursue permanent addition, the Alumni Association coordinates homecoming events positions with 60-70 employers at one convenient location at including class and special emphasis reunion groups; the the West Central Texas Career Consortium, the Tri- distinguished alumni awards; holds numerous alumni and Young University Teacher Job Fair, and the Abilene Area Career Alumni Club events; parents organization and family weekend; Fair. presents the Cross and Flame award annually to an individual in the Northwest Texas and New Mexico Conferences; meetings; HEALTH SERVICES commencement receptions for graduates and their families; and hosts The Health Office is open weekdays for medical evaluation and the Senior Recognition dinner in the spring. The Alumni Association’s treatment. Most services are of no charge to students. A nominal fee is board of directors is comprised of twenty-one members who act as the required for flu vaccines, immunizations and TB skin testing. If representative voice for the total alumni body in matters involving the students receive treatment for which there is a charge, students must
12 pay at the time of the visit. All students are required to have health prerequisites, and adhering to policies and procedures, the advisor insurance. Student health insurance information is available through serves as a valuable resource person who can help facilitate the the Student Affairs Office. Students who are lacking any of the required student’s adjustment to and development within the academic immunizations may come to the Health Office for assistance in environment. completing the necessary immunizations. CONTINUING EDUCATION AND SPECIAL PROGRAMS DISABILITY SERVICES McMurry University’s Continuing Education and Special Programs The purpose of Disability Services is to enable students with office offers a variety of activities on the campus with special emphasis disabilities to participate in the full range of college experiences; to on summer youth camps, church activities, and educational classes promote an environment that is barrier-free, and to actively address and workshops. These programs represent an opportunity to bring and promote disability awareness within the campus community prospective students onto the McMurry campus and to serve the through programs and services designed to meet the academic and Abilene community with year-round enrichment experiences. professional needs of the individuals with disabilities. STUDENT CONDUCT Disability Services provides support to enable students with permanent Consistent with the United Methodist Church philosophy and or temporary disabilities to participate in the full range of university principles, McMurry University is strongly committed to the experiences. Qualified students with a disability shall, by reason of development of the student and promotion of personal integrity and such disability, not be excluded from participation in or be denied the self-responsibility. Students enrolling at McMurry become citizens of benefits of reasonable University services, programs, or activities or be the community and are entitled to enjoy the privileges and assume the subjected to discrimination of any kind. responsible obligations associated with this affiliation. Since the rights of all students are protected, and an atmosphere conducive to To be eligible for services, the student with a disability must provide intellectual and religious development, personal growth, and Counseling and Career Services current documentation that describes community association are to be promoted, standards and guidelines the specific disability prior to or at the beginning of the semester. The on student behavior are necessary. The Student Code of Conduct is documentation must be from a license or certified professional in the intended to outline certain responsibilities and expectations of McMurry area of the disability (i.e. psychologist, physician or educational students and assist the students to understand their role in the diagnostician). Students with disabilities must contact Counseling and academic community. Career Services to discuss academic needs before the beginning of A student who enrolls at McMurry University is expected to conduct their first semester or as soon as they are diagnosed with a disability. himself/herself in a manner compatible with the University’s function as an educational, Methodist-affiliated institution; to adhere to University Once documentation is on file, reasonable accommodations may be policies; to show respect for properly constituted authority; and to made. observe correct standards of conduct. It is the student’s responsibility to be knowledgeable about all University student conduct policies. Any Accommodations that may be provided include, but are not limited to, student who engages in conduct that is prohibited by the University is the following: subject to judicial action whether such conduct takes place on or off ¾ Academic and test accommodations the campus or whether civil or criminal penalties are also imposed for ¾ Accommodations for participation in university-sponsored such conduct. Furthermore, a student is subject to judicial action for activities prohibited conduct that occurs while participating in off-campus ¾ Registration Assistance activities sponsored by the University, or University organizations, ¾ Writing skills assistance including, but not limited to: field trips, internships, socials, training ¾ Academic advising exercises, pledging, rotations or clinical assignments. Violations of the ¾ Tutorial Support McMurry Student Code of Conduct are referred and adjudicated ¾ Note taking through the student affairs office under the general direction of the ¾ Notifying faculty of necessary and appropriate Dean of Students Affairs. The Student Code of Conduct is available for accommodations review in the Council Fire. ¾ Assistance in identifying local and community services ¾ Temporary services STUDENT PRIVACY ¾ Advocacy and student organization support Students may have access to their own educational records during ¾ Use of tape recorder regular office hours by contacting the Registrar’s Office either in ¾ Testing referral (fee based) person or through the mail by requesting a copy of the record. Another person may not see or be given access to a student’s educational To obtain additional information or specific guidelines on particular records unless written permission has been given by the student. services students should contact Disability Services. Faculty and staff members of the University have access to student educational records in the performance of their regular duties. ACADEMIC ADVISING Students may have official copies of the McMurry University transcripts McMurry University considers Academic Advising an essential mailed to other institutions or they may obtain copies for their own use. component of the educational process and is committed to a program which strives to integrate students’ personal and academic goals, The “Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974” provides that address their cognitive and social development, and establish the a university may release directory-type information about students. The relationship between education and life experiences. Each student at information released may include the following items: the student’s McMurry is assigned an academic advisor whose role is to help the name, addresses, telephone number, date and place of birth, major student clarify individual goals and develop a suitable educational plan, field of study, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, select an appropriate course sequence, and review the progress weight and height if a member of an athletic team, dates of attendance, toward established educational goals. The Office of Academic degrees and awards received, and the last educational institution Advising assigns advisors, makes changes in a student’s major, minor, attended. Each fall semester, McMurry University publishes a student or teaching field, and works with transfer students concerning directory which contains the following information: name, local address transcript evaluation and the distribution of transfer credits among the and phone number, permanent address and phone number, and requirements of the university. classification. The Act states that a student has the right to withhold this information from the public and other students. A form to withhold Students are required to meet with their advisor for registration and this information is available in the Registrar’s office. Unless this form is schedule changes, and are highly encouraged to consult with their completed before the last day to add a class for each semester, the advisor anytime assistance is needed. While the student bears the data about a student will be released as public information. In principle ultimate responsibility for selecting courses, meeting course and practice, electronic student records and information are subject to
13 the same conditions of confidentiality and access as paper records. Student Appeals Committee Care is taken to authorize access to the McMurry University computer Any applicant who does not meet the admission standards and whose system and networks only to those representatives of the university application for admission has been denied may appeal the decision to who have legitimate educational interest. Access to the computer the Student Appeals Committee. Applicants who wish to appeal any records of students is closely guarded. Under no circumstances admission decision should contact the Office of Admission within two should computer records be downloaded into other personal computer weeks of the notification of denial. Admission granted on the basis of applications, or transferred to other parties through the use of incorrect information or an omission of fact which, if known, could have computer technology, unless authorized by the Office of the Registrar. caused ineligibility, is invalid. McMurry University reserves the right to deny admission to any applicant. All admission appeals must be CAMPUS CONNECT submitted by the admission application deadline. Students are encouraged to view or print unofficial transcripts, semester grades, course schedules, and degree audits online through Health Forms Campus Connect, which is located on the McMurry website. Semester All students must provide a completed “Report of Medical History and grades are not mailed except in special situations. Please notify the Consent of Medical Treatment” form, including a current immunization Registrar’s office if it is necessary to receive your grades by mail. A record at the time of registration. This record will be forwarded to the degree audit may be requested from the Registrar’s office or printed Health Office. The following immunizations, in addition to the basic from Campus Connect. First time students may need to provide childhood vaccines, are required of all students: additional information to the Registrar’s office in order to obtain an accurate degree audit through Campus Connect. If you have 1. Tuberculosis (a negative skin test OR chest x-ray within past questions or experience any trouble accessing Campus Connect, one year). please call the Registrar’s office for assistance. 2. MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) Two injections since age one. TRANSCRIPT SERVICES 3. Hepatitis B vaccine, a series of three injections. A student must sign a request form in the Registrar’s office or mail or fax a signed, written request to release the transcript. Requests will not STUDENT ENTRANCE CLASSIFICATIONS be accepted by telephone or from persons other than the student without the student’s written permission. A $3.00 transcript processing AND STEPS FOR ADMISSION fee will be assessed for each transcript requested and must be submitted with the request. Regular processing time is 3-5 business Freshmen Students days. Same day transcripts are available for a fee of $6.00 per Freshmen students are those who have not previously attended transcript. college and who have graduated from an accredited high school, completed the GED, or home-schooled students that can prove ADMISSION POLICIES AND PROCEDURES competency through the 12th grade level. Persons under 22 years of age who have never attended college and who have been out of
school for a minimum of one year will be considered for admission as The goal of the Office of Admission is to admit students who have the freshmen if they can present evidence of having scored 550 overall, or ability to succeed at McMurry. McMurry University prides itself on higher, with no subsection score below 500 on the General Education academic excellence based on a strong faculty and a low faculty to Development (GED) test. student ratio. Admission to the university is selective and based on the academic qualifications of the applicant without regard to sex, race, Freshmen applicants must: age, handicap, color, religious affiliation, or national origin. McMurry 1. Complete the application for admission. University retains the right to deny admission to any applicant. 2. Submit the $20.00 non-refundable application fee. Admission requirements are subject to change. 3. Have a current high school transcript (complete through the
junior year) or GED scores sent directly to the Office of ADMISSION APPLICATION DEADLINES Admission. Another transcript with final class rank posted Fall semester: March 15 (All applications received after March 15 will will be required upon graduation. be reviewed on a space available basis only.) 4. Those under the age of 22 must submit an official ACT or
SAT score report. Spring semester: January 5
Home-schooled applicants must: May and Summer semesters: First day of intended semester 1. Complete the application for admission. Applicants may contact the Office of Admission at 1-800-460-2392 to 2. Submit the $20.00 non-refundable application fee. determine their admission status. Denied applications may be 3. Submit an official ACT or SAT score report. appealed to the Student Appeals Committee. 4. Provide official documentation of classes taken at the high
school level. The following courses are strongly recommended for admission: 5. (Optional) Submit 3 letters of recommendation from persons
other than parents or peers, preferably persons with ¾ English Language Arts 4 units (not correlated language arts) knowledge of the student’s academic ability. ¾ Mathematics 3 units (algebra, geometry or above) 6. (Optional) Submit an essay titled, “Why I wish to attend ¾ Science 3 units McMurry University.” ¾ Social Sciences 4 units Students in this category are evaluated for admission on an individual ¾ Foreign Languages 2 units* basis. * Students are strongly encouraged to take 2 units of a foreign
language. Note: Home-schooled students are encouraged to take the General
Education Development (GED) test. If the student elects not to take Those who enroll with fewer than two units in a foreign language will the GED, in order to be eligible for any federal or state financial aid, the be required to take 8 hours in a foreign language before they can student must pass an approved ability-to-benefit (ATB) test approved graduate from McMurry regardless of their degree program. by the Department of Education. For more information about one of
these approved tests, please contact the Financial Aid Office or the Students who have not completed the above courses, who have taken Department of Education at 1-800-433-7327. The placement tests fundamental (remedial) courses or who make scores on placement administered at McMurry University are approved by the Department of instruments indicating a need for developmental coursework may be Education as an “ability-to-benefit” test. required to complete university preparatory courses or denied
admission.
14 Transfer Students: 4. No course taken at a two-year college can be transferred as Transfer students are those who have graduated from an accredited upper division (3000 and 4000) work. high school or completed the GED, and who have been or are enrolled 5. No course work will be accepted from an institution that is at or received a degree from another regionally accredited college or not regionally accredited. university. Transfer grade point average (GPA) is computed on the basis of non-remedial course work only. Remedial course work and Military service school courses are evaluated and may be accepted for grades of “D” will not be accepted for transfer credit, but are taken into credit by McMurry University according to the recommendations of the consideration in admission decisions. Entrance examination scores American Council of Education’s Guide to the Evaluation of are not required of applicants 22 years of age or older. Students who Educational Experiences in the Armed Services (ACE Evaluation have completed only remedial work at the college level will be Guide), current edition. Anyone in the military services may request an evaluated as freshmen. Transfer students will be considered for unofficial evaluation of service credits from the Director. The Registrar admission based on the standards listed below: will determine the applicability of the credit toward a degree program at McMurry University. Credit will be awarded upon successful 1. Those who have attempted fewer than 24 hours of non completion of appropriate CLEP or subject examinations. Any credits remedial college credit are evaluated based on high school that are to be awarded by evaluation, CLEP, or examination will not be grades, entrance examination scores (if under the age of officially recognized by McMurry University until a minimum of 12 22), and subsequent college work. Specifically: semester hours have been successfully completed in residence at the main campus or at McMurry-Dyess Air Force Base Program. a) Acceptance: those who have earned a 2.0 college GPA and qualify for admission based on high Transient Students school academic record. Transient students are those enrolled at another institution who wish to b) Probational acceptance*: those who have earned take course work at McMurry, and then return to the institution where a 2.0 college GPA but do not qualify for admission they were previously enrolled. In order to enroll, a transient student based on high school grades and test scores OR must be eligible to return to the previous institution. Transient students those who have below a 2.0 college GPA but who subsequently pursue academic credit at McMurry University must qualify for admission based on high academic first apply for admission and be accepted as a degree-seeking student record. before the work taken as a transient student will be applied toward a c) Denial: those who have earned below a 2.0 McMurry degree. college GPA and do not qualify for admission based on high school academic record. Transient applicants must: 2. Those who have attempted 24 or more hours of non- 1. Complete the application for admission. remedial college credit are evaluated based on college 2. Submit the $20.00 non-refundable application fee. grades only and must have earned a 2.0 cumulative GPA. 3. Submit an official transcript or statement of good standing from the college or university previously attended. *Probational admission: Students admitted on probation must select courses with advisor Dual Credit Students approval. Minimum GPA requirements for good standing must be met Dual credit students are high school students (junior standing) with at the end of the first semester. In addition, students admitted on written permission from their high school principal or counselor to probation may be required to take certain courses to remedy their enroll in course work at McMurry while enrolled in and completing high deficiencies. school graduation requirements. Dual credit students who subsequently decide to pursue a degree at McMurry must apply for Transfer students will be considered for admission only if they admission and be admitted as a degree-seeking student before the are eligible to return to their previous college or university. dual credit work will count toward the McMurry degree plan.
Transfer applicants must: Dual Credit applicants must: 1. Complete the application for admission. Those who have 1. Complete the application for admission. completed less than less than 24 hours of college credit 2. Submit the $20.00 non-refundable application fee. must complete the freshman applicant section. 3. Submit a letter of permission to enroll for college work 2. Submit the $20.00 non-refundable application fee. from either the high school principal or the high school 3. Submit an official and complete set of transcripts from each counselor. college or university attended. 4. Submit a current high school transcript. A final high school 4. Those who have attempted less than 24 hours of college transcript with official class rank will be required upon credit must submit an official, final high school transcript. graduation. 5. Schedule to take the ACT or SAT before or during the Transfer of Courses to McMurry University semester of dual credit work. This test score must be It is the student’s responsibility to secure an official transcript from all submitted in order to receive credit for the college course previously attended institutions of higher learning. As a general rule, work. McMurry University will accept and award credit for college-level academic courses taken at regionally accredited institutions of higher Non-degree Students learning. The credit must be recorded on the college or university’s Non-degree students are those students who enroll, but do not wish to academic transcript. Credit will be posted only after the receipt of an receive academic credit for work completed. Students may enroll official transcript mailed directly from the transferring institution. under a “non-degree” status for only one semester. Subsequent enrollment under the “non-degree” status requires written approval by McMurry University has adopted the plan for transfer of course work the Vice President for Academic Affairs or designee. In order for work from two-year institutions as set forth by the Texas Higher Education completed as a non-degree student to be applied toward a degree, the Coordinating Board. The following exceptions apply: student must apply and be admitted as a degree-seeking student. 1. Remedial course work and grades of “D” will not be accepted for transfer, but may be considered in the Non-degree applicants must: admissions decision. 1. Complete the “Non-Degree Student Application” for 2. Students who have completed only remedial work at the admission available from the Office of Admission. college level will be evaluated as freshmen. Please refer to 2. Submit the $20.00 non-refundable application fee. the “Freshmen Student” section for the necessary criteria. 3. Submission of the “Non-Degree Student Application” 3. A student may not transfer more than 66 semester hours acknowledges that work completed under the non-degree form a two-year college.
15 status does not count toward a McMurry degree until the ACADEMIC RESTART student applies and is admitted as a degree-seeking student.
The McMurry Academic Restart program is available for students who Special Admissions wish to eliminate from their records all previous unsatisfactory grades Student may be admitted under the Special Admissions category when for academic work. Undergraduate students may, at the time of unusual or special circumstances exist, as determined by the Vice admission or readmission to the university, petition for Academic President for Enrollment Management. The “special admission” Restart if they have not been enrolled in any college or university for a category generally applies to students pursuing degrees at other period of at least five calendar years immediately preceding their institutions who wish to enroll for more than one semester. Special intended enrollment at McMurry. The following conditions will apply: admission students who subsequently pursue academic credit at 1. The student will forfeit the use of all college or university McMurry University must first apply for admission and be accepted as credits earned prior to the date Academic Restart was a degree-seeking student before the work taken as a special declared (the date of admission or readmission). This admission student will be applied toward a McMurry degree. includes credits earned through any advanced placement
program. Courses taken prior to the Academic Restart date Special admission applicants must: may not be used to fulfill requirements of any kind. 1. Complete the application for admission. 2. No courses taken prior to the declaration of Academic 2. Submit the $20.00 non-refundable application fee. Restart will be used in the calculation of the student’s grade 3. Submit an official transcript or statement of good point average. standing from the college or university that you presently 3. The student’s record will be inscribed with the notation attend. “Academic Restart Declared” (date).
4. The student will not be eligible for academic honors International Students conferred by the University except as justified by the entire are those students who are not United States citizens. International academic record, including courses taken prior to the students applying for admission must meet the same admission declaration of Academic Restart. requirements as other students in the same category (freshmen or 5. A student who declares Academic Restart will be placed on transfer), however, additional requirements also apply. Prospective academic probation and required to earn a C (2.0) average students are required to submit official scores from the TOEFL (Test of during his first semester of enrollment. Students failing to English as a Foreign Language) unless they are from an English meet this requirement will be suspended from the University. speaking country. Students are strongly encouraged to take the ACT Those meeting the requirement will be removed from or SAT. Once the student has been admitted and all other paperwork probation. supplied, a $1,500 deposit is required before the I-20 will be issued. 6. A student who declares Academic Restart will be considered The $1,500 deposit will be applied to the student’s tuition in the last an entering freshman and will be subject to all McMurry semester of attendance. This school is authorized under Federal Law policies regarding placement in courses. to enroll non-immigrant students. 7. Declaration of Academic Restart has no effect on
accumulated financial aid history. Students accumulated International applicants must: semester and award limits include all semesters of 1. Complete the application for admission, including the enrollment, both before and after the declaration. general information, college information, and freshman (or
transfer) applicant sections. 2. Submit the $50.00 non-refundable application fee. TEXAS HIGHER EDUCATION ASSESSMENT 3. Submit an official TOEFL score. A minimum score of 550 is (THEA) required on the paper-based TOEFL. A minimum score of
213 is required on the computer-based TOEFL. A Multidisciplinary studies majors seeking teacher certification are recommended score of a 20 or higher on each of the sub- required to take the THEA. Some exceptions and exemptions are scores on the iBT (Internet Based Test) with an overall total available. Please contact the Department of Curriculum and Instruction score of an 80 or higher on the iBT. for further information. 4. Submit official ACT or SAT scores if available.
5. Submit an official transcript from a reputable school - senior middle school, high school, or other equivalent in a system ACADEMIC PLACEMENT POLICY composed of at least twelve grades. 6. Complete and return the “Declaration and Certification of All first-time college students or transfers who have not completed Finances” supplied by the Office of Admission, showing English 1310 and/or Math 1311 (or equivalent) may be required to test ability to pay for the cost of education at McMurry. for placement in math, reading and composition. Students whose 7. All international students are required to pay a $100.00 user placement results indicate a need for pre-college development in one fee to SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information or more of these areas must register for and continually enroll in the System). This may be completed online at corresponding DEVS (Developmental Studies) course(s) until they http://www.ice.gov/graphics/sevis/i901/index.htm. pass with a grade of “C-” or better. Students must meet this requirement before enrolling in the corresponding academic level classes. Academic advisors will assist students in registering for the REQUIREMENTS FOR READMISSION appropriate level of classes. Declining required testing constitutes acceptance of placement in DEVS classes. Some students may be A McMurry student whose attendance has been interrupted must apply exempt from one or more placement test(s) if ACT/SAT subscores or for readmission to the university and must be approved for readmission THEA scores exceed established cutoff levels. Note: Credit for DEVS by the Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean of Student courses will not count toward any requirements other than placement Affairs, the Business Office, and the Financial Aid Office. and the meeting of pre-requisite skills for collegiate-level courses. Recommendations regarding students who have been suspended will Please see the Developmental Studies section of this catalog for be made by the Student Appeals Committee. The form for application further information. Home-schooled students – The placement tests for readmission may be secured from the Office of the Registrar and administered at McMurry University are approved by the Department of should be returned to that office at least 30 days before the beginning Education as an “ability-to-benefit” test. of the semester in which the student wishes to enroll. A student who has been away from McMurry for one full long semester is required to pay a $20.00 readmission fee which must accompany the readmission application.
16 CREDIT BY EXAMINATION
McMurry University may award university credit on the basis of two
College Board programs and on local departmental exams where no
College Board tests are available. All credit by examination is subject to the following general limitations:
1. A maximum of forty-five semester hours of credit earned by
examination at this institution or elsewhere may be applied
toward the bachelor’s degree.
2. Credit by examination will not be recorded until the student
has completed twelve semester hours at McMurry.
3. Credit by examination will not reduce the regular residence
requirements.
4. Credit by examination may not be earned in any course
which is prerequisite to another course in the same subject
for which the student has previously earned credit.
5. Letter grades are not given on credits by examination.
6. Credits earned by examination are not included in the
computation of the grade point average.
7. A recording fee of $12.00 per semester hour will be charged on College Board exams. 8. Transfer students must satisfy all McMurry requirements concerning credit by examination.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT EXAMINATIONS (AP) The College Board Advanced Placement Examinations are offered once a year, usually in May, to those high school students who have received college-level training in secondary schools. These examinations are not administered by colleges. Application to take these examinations must be made through high school counselors. Information concerning this examination program should be directed to the Advanced Placement Program of the College Board, Box 977- GPS-A, Princeton, N.J. 08541. Beginning freshmen who present acceptable scores on the appropriate Advanced Placement Examinations will, on request, receive placement and credit for comparable courses at McMurry University. See table page 18.
COLLEGE LEVEL EXAMINATIONS PROGRAM (CLEP) The College Board College Level Examination Program offers two types of examinations for credit: the General Examination and the Subject Examination. McMurry University does not give credit for General Examinations. The Office of the Registrar certifies credit earned on a CLEP Subject Examination on scores at or above that recommended by the American Council on Education. See Table page 19
DEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATIONS McMurry students who wish advanced standing and credit in areas not covered by the two College Board programs described above may take special examinations upon approval of the department in which the course is offered. Applications to take departmental examinations must also be approved by the Vice President for Academic Affairs and the Registrar. The charge for these departmental examinations and credit awarded will be $20.00 per semester credit hour.
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ADVANCED PLACEMENT EXAMINATIONS
DEPARTMENT EXAM SCORE CREDIT AWARDED
ART Studio Art 3 ART 1310 History of Art 3/4/5 ART 1300/2300/2301,2302
BIOLOGY Biology 3/4/5 BIOL 1401
CHEMISTRY Chemistry 3 CHEM1410 Chemistry 4/5 CHEM1410,1420
COMPUTER SCIENCE Computer Science A 3/4/5 C SC 1325 or 1330* Computer Science AB 3/4/5 C SC1325 and 2325 *Depending on programming language
ECONOMICS Macro/Microeconomics 3/4/5 ECON2310,2320
ENGLISH Language & Composition 4/5 ENG 1310 (no writing sample) Literature & Composition 4/5 ENG 1320 (no writing sample)
ENVIRON SCIENCE Environmental Science 3/4/5 ENVR1405
FRENCH Language, Literature 3 FREN1410,1420 (with writing sample) Language, Literature 4/5 FREN1410,1420,2310,2320 (w/writing sample)
GERMAN German Language 3 GERM1410,1420 (with writing sample) German Language 4/5 GERM1410,1420,2310,2320 (w/writing sample)
GEOSCIENCE Environmental Science 3/4/5 GEOS1405
GOVERNMENT American Government 3/4/5 P SC2310
HISTORY American History 3 HIST2310 American History 4/5 HIST2310,2320 European History 3 HIST1310 European History 4/5 HIST1310,1320 World History 3 HIST1310 World History 4/5 HIST1310, HIST1320 MATHEMATICS Calculus AB 3/4/5 MATH2421 Calculus BC 3/4/5 MATH2421,2322
MUSIC Music Theory 3 M TH1330 Music Theory 4/5 M TH1330,1340
PHYSICS Physics B 3/4/5 PHYS1400 Physics C - Mechanics 3 PHYS1400 Physics C - Mechanics 4/5 PHYS1410 Physics C - Electricity 3 PHYS1400 Physics C - Electricity 4/5 PHYS1420
PSYCHOLOGY Psychology 3/4/5 PSYC1340
SPANISH Language & Literature 3 SPAN1410,1420 (with writing sample) Language & Literature 4/5 SPAN1410,1420,2310,2320 (w/writing sample)
STATISICS Statistics 3 MATH3351
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CLEP SUBJECT EXAMINATIONS
EXAMINATION EQUIVALENT COURSE SCORE CREDITS AWARDED American Government P SC 2310 American Nat’l Govt 50 3 History of US I HIST 2310 United States to 1877 50 3 History of US II HIST 2320 United States Since 1865 50 3 American Literature ENG 2321/2322 Survey of American Lit 50 31 Analyzing & Interpreting Literature ENG 1320 Composition and Literature 50 32 Calculus MATH 2421 Calculus I 50 4 College Algebra MATH 1311 Algebra 50 3 College Algebra - Trigonometry MATH 1320 Pre-Calculus 50 34 Freshman Composition ENG 1310 Composition and Rhetoric 50 32 French Language Elem French/Intermediate French 50 4-143 German Language Elem German/Intermediate German 50 4-143 Spanish Language Elem Spanish/Intermediate Spanish 50 4-143 English Literature ENG 2311/2312 Survey of British Literature 50 31 Biology BIOL 1401 Principles of Biology 50 4 Chemistry CHEM 1400 Introductory Chemistry 50 4 Introductory Psychology PSYC 1340 Introduction Psychology 50 3 Human Growth & Development PSYC 2360 Developmental Psychology 50 3 Principles of Management MGMT 3310 Principles of Management 50 3 Principles of Accounting ACCT 2310/2320 Prin of Accounting I and II 50 6 Business Law, Introductory BA 4370 Business Law I 50 3 Macroeconomics, Principles of ECON 2310 Macroeconomics 50 3 Microeconomics, Principles of ECON 2320 Microeconomics 50 3 Principles of Marketing MKTG 3370 Principles of Marketing 50 3 Introductory Sociology SOC 2300 Introductory Sociology 50 3 Trigonometry MATH 1312 Trigonometry 50 3 Western Civilization I HIST 1310 World Civilization to 1648 50 3 Western Civilization II HIST 1320 World Civilization Since 1648 50 3
1. Six hours credit will be granted if the student scores at least five points more than the minimum score required for three hours credit. 2. A passing score on the CLEP gives you the opportunity to write a departmental essay. Credit will be given only if the writing sample meets department standards. 3. If CLEP score is high enough, 8 hours of Elementary credit is given. A writing sample is required for Intermediate credit. 4. Cannot be counted if a student has credit for Math 1311 or Math 1312.
19 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE tuition charges at that respective university, with institutional financial aid prorated for courses taken at McMurry if student
falls below full-time. McMurry does not admit students on the basis of their ability to pay.
Rather, it searches for the most qualified and accomplished students it FEDERAL GRANTS can find. After admission, the University Financial Aid Office works with McMurry University participates in all three Federal Grant Programs— students and parents to make a McMurry education possible. This The Federal Pell Grant which is an entitlement program, the Federal assistance comes from a variety of forms, including federal, state, Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (SEOG) which provides private, and institutional (provided by McMurry University) sources. assistance to qualified undergraduate students who show financial General regulations for participation in any of these forms of financial need, and the State Student Incentive Grant (SSIG) which is a Federal assistance are as follows: grant program that must be matched by a State Grant Program. All 1. Students must be enrolled half time to be eligible to process three are need-based grants that are not repaid. To apply for these loans. Half-time enrollment means a minimum course load grants the student must file the FAFSA. of 6 credit hours per semester. In some instances a student
may qualify for a Pell Grant with less than half-time STATE GRANTS enrollment. The Texas Tuition Equalization Grant (TEG) is a grant provided by the 2. Institutional scholarships require full-time enrollment State of Texas to residents of Texas who show need and who are (unless specified) of a minimum of 12 credits and available attending an approved independent college in Texas. This grant is to only for the fall and spring semesters. Student teachers or help equalize the tuition difference between state-supported schools students who do not have 12 credit hours remaining to and the independent colleges and universities of Texas. To apply for complete their degree in their final semester will have their this grant complete the FAFSA. institutional scholarships pro-rated.
3. At least a 2.0 grade point average is required for all Toward Excellence Access and Success (TEXAS) program is a grant scholarships. provided by the State of Texas to residents of Texas who show need, 4. A student may receive only one tuition or academic meet income and academic requirements. Both are need-based institutional scholarship. If a student qualifies for two, he/she grants that are not repaid. To apply for these grants the student must may receive the scholarship that has the larger dollar value. file the FAFSA. 5. To receive financial aid, students must meet the minimum
requirements for continued enrollment as listed in the WORK ASSISTANCE catalog and complete 75% of all work attempted. On-campus employment is provided by three sources. Texas College 6. All awards are made only upon proper application each Work Study and the Federal College Work Study Program provide academic year. If there is similar financial need and if funds employment for students who show financial need in meeting are available, students may expect financial assistance to be expenses; and McMurry University Work Program (an institutional work renewed upon application, if they remain in good academic program) provides employment for students who need not show and personal standing throughout their four years at financial need. To apply for need-based employment students must McMurry and complete the required financial aid applications complete the FAFSA. by March 15 each year.
7. Students may not receive institutional scholarships that are in LOAN ASSISTANCE (to be repaid) excess of the amount charged for their tuition and fees. McMurry participates in the Carl D. Perkins Loan Program (Perkins 8. Institutional scholarships may not be used for intercollegiate Loan), the Stafford Student Loan, College Access Loan (CAL), and the classes with the exception for students enrolled with the Parents Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS). Students wishing to School of Nursing. participate in these loan programs should process a FAFSA to support 9. Students receiving scholarships must meet the stated eligibility for the Perkins or Stafford. The McMurry Financial Aid Office minimum requirements for clear admission both in class rank can direct a student to a lender for the Stafford and PLUS loans. and test scores.
10. No McMurry scholarship is awarded on the basis of athletic MCMURRY UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS ability. McMurry Honors Scholarship- Five full tuition and fees scholarships 11. All aid is awarded on a funds available basis. To apply for are available to entering first-time freshmen who are either in the top financial aid, students and their parents should submit a 5% of their high school graduating class or have scored a minimum of Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to the th 27 on the ACT or 1200 on the SAT. A separate application and Federal Student Aid Program by March 15 . The FAFSA personal interview are required. A faculty committee selects the may be obtained from the High School Counselor or recipients. The scholarship is renewable for 3 years with a minimum completed on line at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Students entering 3.5 cumulative GPA and a 3.25 GPA in Honors classes. Contact the pre-professional programs such as Nursing should contact Head of the Honors Program for information. This scholarship can not the Financial Aid Office for specific financial aid and be received concurrently with any other McMurry University Academic scholarship programs. For additional information or specific Scholarship except departmental honors scholarships. deadlines and how to apply for aid, contact the financial aid office. Presidential Scholarship-First-time freshmen, with a 3.6 high school 12. Under no circumstances will a student be eligible for financial GPA who score 27 on the ACT or 1200 on the SAT will receive a aid after 12 full-time semesters at McMURRY. $6,500-$8,000 scholarship. This scholarship is renewable for 3 years 13. Institutional Funds that are restricted to tuition only will be with a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Students receiving this scholarship may based on the percentage of tuition refunded. For example, if not receive any other institutional scholarship in excess of $1000 tuition refund is 75%, the student may keep 25% of the except departmental honors scholarships or music activity scholarship. Scholarships not restricted to tuition will be scholarships. based on the percentage of the semester completed up to the 50% point of the semester. After the 50% point, the University Scholarship- First-time freshmen, with a 3.3 high school student may retain all of the scholarship. GPA who score 25 on the ACT or 1100 on the SAT will receive a 14. Students receiving McMurry institutional scholarships, $5,000-$6000 scholarship. This scholarship is renewable for 3 years awards or grants may only use these funds for tuition costs with a 2.0 cumulative GPA. Students receiving this scholarship may resulting from courses taken at McMurry. Exception to this not receive any other institutional scholarship in excess of $1000 policy are students enrolled from McMurry in the Abilene except departmental honors scholarships or music activity Intercollegiate School of Nursing. Students enrolled at scholarships. Hardin-Simmons or Abilene Christian University under our Intercollegiate Enrollment program assume the total cost of
20 Dean’s Scholarship-First-time freshmen, with a 3.0 high school GPA Cumulative GPA is required to continue. that score 21 on the ACT or 1000 on the SAT will receive a $3,500- Minister’s Dependent Scholarship-Any student who is a dependent of $4,500 scholarship. This scholarship is renewable for 3 years with a an ordained or Diaconal United Methodist Minister will receive a 2.0 cumulative GPA. Students receiving this scholarship may not scholarship up to $1,000. A 2.0 cumulative GPA is required to receive any other institutional scholarship in excess of $1000 except continue. Only 5 awards available. departmental honors scholarships or music activity scholarships. Methodist Grant-Any student who is a documented member of United McMurry Award-First-time freshmen, with 2.75 GPA that score 17 On Methodist Church and shows financial need. Subject to availability of the ACT or 800 On the SAT will receive a $2,000-3,000 scholarship. funds and completion on FAFSA. This scholarship is renewable for 3 years with a 2.0 cumulative GPA. Students receiving this scholarship may not receive any other Departmental Honors Scholarships-Academic departments designate institutional scholarship in excess of $1,000except music activity these scholarships to outstanding sophomore, junior and senior scholarship. students.
Phi Theta Kappa-A scholarship of $4,500 per year is offered to McMurry University-Angelo State University Cross-town Air Force incoming transfer students with a 3.7 GPA and who are members of ROTC Program- Active duty military personnel who are accepted for this organization. The number of semesters a student may receive this the Air Force ROTC Professional Office Corps Program are eligible for scholarship is limited based on the number of full-time semesters a 20% tuition discount as long as they are enrolled full time at McMurry previously attempted or total number of transfer hours. Must maintain a University (except for Nursing majors) and continue in the Professional 3.0 GPA with McMurry to continue to receive. Officer Corps Program offered at McMurry through Angelo State University. Three Year Air Force ROTC Scholarship recipients will McMurry University Transfer Scholarships- The number of semesters a receive a scholarship for their first year of tuition and fees if they are student may receive these scholarships is limited based on the number enrolled full time, retain their Air Force Scholarship, do not major in of full-time semesters previously attempted or total number of transfer Nursing and remain at McMurry University for four years. A hours. promissory note is required, and those who do not meet these 1. Transfer I of $2,000 per semester is awarded to entering requirements must repay the scholarship plus 1½ % interest. Also, transfer students with a 3.6 GPA and 24 transfer hours. Three and Four Year Air Force ROTC Scholarship recipients will Need 3.0 GPA with McMurry to continue. receive room and board scholarships as long as they are enrolled full 2. Transfer II of $1,750 per semester is awarded to entering time, are not majoring in Nursing and retain their Air Force transfer students with a 3.3 GPA and 24 transfer hours. Scholarship. Information regarding Air Force ROTC scholarships is Need 2.5 GPA with McMurry to continue. available from the Air Force ROTC Office at Angelo State University at 3. Transfer III of $1,500 per semester is awarded to entering (325) 942-2036 or (325) 942-2037. transfer students with a 3.0 GPA and 24 transfer hours. Need 2.0 GPA with McMurry to continue. McMurry reserves the right to make changes subject to availability of 4. Transfer Award $1,250 per semester is awarded to entering awards. Scholarships are available to undergraduates only. transfer students with a 2.5 GPA and 24 transfer hours. Need 2.0 GPA with McMurry to continue. MCMURRY UNIVERSITY ACTIVITY SCHOLARSHIPS Art-Scholarships are available to students who show promise in art McMurry University Abilene Military Dependent Scholarship-Any talent through submission of a portfolio to the Art Department Faculty. incoming student who is a dependent of full-time active-duty military Contact the Chairman of the Art Department for information. A 2.0 personnel will receive a 20% scholarship. This scholarship cannot be cumulative GPA is required to continue. received concurrently with McMurry Honors, Presidential, University Scholar, McMurry Grant, Faculty, McMurry Award, Dean’s Scholarship, Band- Scholarships are provided to students who are members of the intercollegiate classes, or any transfer scholarship. This scholarship McMurry University Band through competitive auditions with the Music may be full-time or part-time enrollment. A 2.0 cumulative GPA is Department Faculty. Apply to the Director of Bands for audition required to continue the scholarship. This Scholarship cannot be used information. A 2.0 cumulative GPA is required to continue. for intercollegiate classes. Choir-Scholarships are provided to students who are members of one Dyess Scholarship-Any student who is a full-time active-duty military of the recognized choral groups at McMurry University through receiving military tuition assistance will receive an academic competitive audition with the Music Department Faculty. Apply to the scholarship for tuition charges not covered by tuition assistance. A 2.0 Director of Choral Activities for audition information. A 2.0 cumulative cumulative GPA is required to continue the scholarship. This GPA is required to continue. scholarship can not be received concurrently with McMurry Honors, Presidential, University Scholar, McMurry Grant, Faculty, McMurry Theatre-Assistantships are provided to students who participate in Award, Dean’s Scholarship, intercollegiate classes, or any transfer McMurry University theatre activities through competitive audition with scholarship. the Theatre Department Faculty. Contact the Chairman of the Theatre Department for audition information. A 2.0 cumulative GPA is required International Scholarship-One scholarship covering tuition, and to continue. residence hall accommodation is awarded to an incoming student each year. A separate application must be submitted by March 15. A ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPS committee consisting of an Admission Counselor, Director of Financial All students who apply for financial aid will be considered for an Aid and 3 faculty members makes the selection. This scholarship can endowed scholarship for which they meet the selection criteria. The not be received concurrently with any other McMurry University University will take into consideration such factors as potential academic scholarship. A student must remain in good standing to academic progress, financial need, and prior academic successes. continue to receive this scholarship. This Scholarship cannot be used The values and number of recipients vary from scholarship to for intercollegiate classes. scholarship. The recipients will be chosen by the Financial Aid Office in conjunction with the donors who have generously provided the funds Lydia Patterson Scholarship-2 awards to first-time freshman who are for these scholarships. Following is a list of endowed scholarships that graduates of the Lydia Patterson Institute in El Paso with a 2.9 high have been established at McMurry University: school GPA that scores 20 on the ACT or 950 on the SAT who has not yet received a Bachelor’s degree will receive a scholarship to cover Malouf and Iris Abraham Scholarship full tuition and fees. This scholarship cannot be received concurrently Woodrow and Grace Adcock Ministerial Scholarship with any other McMurry University academic scholarship. A 2.0 Leona Daniels Airhart Memorial Scholarship William Akin Scholarship
21 Spud Aldridge Endowed Scholarship Dunn-Buford United Methodist Church Scholarship Muriel Van Dyke Allen Scholarship Alma G. Durham Scholarship James Marvin Anderson Scholarship Carie Lilian Eiring Scholarship Baker Memorial Scholarship Mark El-Attrache WTMUN Memorial Scholarship Norton Baker Endowed Scholarship Elliott Scholarship John Paul Banks Scholarship Joe T. and Joe T. Emanuel Jr. Scholarship Dr. Kathryn Stock Banner Memorial Scholarship R. J. English Scholarship Alice M. Barrett Scholarship Susan Marie Evans Memorial Scholarship DeEtte Green Bartlett Scholarship Eyssen Endowed Music Scholarship J.R. Beadel Scholarship FBO Scholarship Rosa Bentley Speech Scholarship Family Business Center Scholarship C.A. Bickley Ministerial Scholarship First United Methodist Church, Midland Scholarship W. Russel and Norma Jean Barnes Birdwell Scholarship First United Methodist Church, Odessa Scholarship Caroline Couch Blair Speech Scholarship First United Methodist Church, Winters Scholarship Blakney-Evans Endowed Scholarship Fitch Memorial Scholarship Bloomer Fund for Motivated Science Students Mozelle Treadaway Fitzgerald Scholarship Harold C. and Nancy Green Boehning Endowed Scholarship for Science Follett United Methodist Church Scholarship Louise S. Bohannon Music Education Endowed Scholarship L.D. Foreman Memorial Scholarship Foster and Mabel Bond Memorial Scholarship Foster Scholarship Gussie O. Bond Scholarship Patricia P. Fowler Memorial Scholarship Mr. and Mrs. Lynn Bonifield Ministerial Scholarship Fuller-Couch Endowed Scholarship Dr. Virgil E. Bottom Memorial Endowed Scholarship Doctors A. Bedford Furr and Oneta Roberts Furr Endowed Scholarship Robert Dean Bouldin Scholarship Eska Gage Scholarship L. Vernon Bowers Endowed Scholarship Shirley and Mildred Garrison Scholarship Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Bowes Scholarship William W. Sr. and Mary Getts Scholarship Joe E. Boyd Scholarship Gillette Endowed Scholarship for the Arts John L. & Gayl Hall Bradfield Scholarship C. Raymond Gray Scholarship Virginia Brightwell Chanters Scholarship Bette Greer Music Scholarship T.M. Britt Memorial Scholarship T. F. Grisham Memorial Scholarship Vera Mary Barrett Britt Chanters Scholarship Dr. Timothy W. Guthrie Scholarship for Religious Education Doris and Joe Brock Scholarship Lee E. Haines Scholarship Harry J. and Mildred C. Bruckelmeyer Scholarship Rev. W. F. Hardy Memorial Scholarship Mary Esther Bynum Scholarship Lee and Irene Harrah Scholarship Raymond T. and Mary Catherine Adamson Bynum Endowed Band Scholarship Daniel S. and Eleanor Harroun Scholarship Caldwell Ministerial Scholarship Vernon D. Hart Scholarship B.D. Caldwell Memorial Scholarship Harvesters Class Scholarship Blanche Calhoun Scholarship Carl A. Hatch Indian Scholarship Mrs. E. E. Callaway Scholarship Carl A. Hatch Ministerial Scholarship J. Wayne Campbell Scholarship Ada May Hedrick Scholarship Max Caraway Scholarship Iva C. Hemingway Memorial Scholarship Bishop and Mrs. Alsie Carleton Scholarship Evelyn Hennig Memorial Scholarship Dr. Orion W. and Gladys Carter Endowed Scholarship Hereford United Methodist Church Scholarship Weldon and Elizabeth Carter Endowed Scholarship Omar Hermsmeyer Endowed Scholarship Fund Don and Claudine Carver Chanters Scholarship Francis Hinkel Music Scholarship Bervin Caswell Scholarship Jack B. Holden Scholarship Kemmie Lee and Joseph Austin Caughran Scholarship Brooks and Gene Holladay Ministerial Scholarship Arvalee Chappell Memorial Scholarship Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Hooks Scholarship Frank Charlton Scholarship L. S. and Bertha Howard Scholarship O. P. Clark Scholarship Dr. Victor Hudman Memorial Science Scholarship T.A. Clark Family Scholarship J.W. Hunt Memorial Scholarship John and Ruth Cole Scholarship Mrs. Myrtle Davison Jackson Scholarship Sue Comer Ministerial Scholarship The Floyd L. Jennings Endowed Scholarship Wilma and Paul Conrad Scholarship W. T. & Anna MargaretJohnson Scholarship Dr. Harold G. Cooke Memorial Scholarship Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Jones Memorial Scholarship Pauline D. Couch Chanters Scholarship Jesse Jones Scholarship for Men Harold Crawford Memorial Scholarship Lloyd H. Jones Scholarship Guy Edwin and Richard Lane “Boss” Crump Scholarship Mary G. Jones Scholarship for Women Haile Daniel Scholarship Morgan and Mary Jones Endowed Scholarship J. Neil and Frances Hill Cooper Daniel Endowed Scholarship Dr. W. Norton Jones Chemistry Scholarship Gene Davidson Memorial Scholarship Johnnie Kahl Memorial Scholarship Rollo & Maola Davidson Scholarship Kappa Phi Social Club Scholarship Ben M. Davis Memorial Scholarship Bill Keener Memorial Scholarship Delta Beta Epsilon Scholarship Thomas K. Kim Honorary Scholarship Dallas and Gladys Denison Memorial Scholarship C.R. Kinard Minority Scholarship Curtis Dickenson Memorial Scholarship Hershel Kimbrell Scholarship Austin H. Dillon Scholarship Luther & Edwyna Kirk Scholarship Fred Hope Doss Memorial Scholarship Ko Sari Endowed Scholarship A. C. Douglas Memorial Scholarship W. A. Lay Memorial Scholarship A’Della S. Drew Scholarship R. P. Lee Scholarship Corine Drummond Scholarship Virginia James Lindley Endowed Scholarship Ora W. Drummond Scholarship Dr. L. N. Lipscomb Scholarship A. J. and Dorothy Duderstadt Nursing Scholarship Linda Lee Livingston I, II & III Scholarships Ruth Jones Duncan Scholarship Clyde A. and Mary Long Scholarship
22 Gertrude Looney Scholarship Thomas C. Smith Memorial Scholarship Sarah Ater Loughran Memorial Scholarship Henry and Mabel Solomon Scholarship Lovington Memorial Scholarship Wilma Jeanette “Wilnette” Spencer Memorial Scholarship Luker-Posey Scholarship Mr. and Mrs. D. D. Stalder Scholarship D. K. Lyster Scholarship Dr. George Steinman Ministerial Scholarship Honorable Eldon B. Mahon Scholarship C. H. Stith Scholarship Charles and Mary Frances Mannel Scholarship Cyril & Mary Stone Endowed Scholarship Markely Scholarship Tonya Stowers Scholarrship Rev. J. Lloyd and Lila Mae Mayhew Endowed Scholarship Herbert M. and Mary Lou Straughan Scholarship Barbara A. McClellan Scholarship Peggy Jones Supowit Scholarship McCormick Scholarship W. Alan Swagerty Endowed Scholarship Paula McCoun Memorial Scholarship T.I.P. Scholarship Kyle McCowen Memorial Scholarship Jennie Tate Memorial Math Scholarship Ruth Barr McDaniel Endowed Scholarship for History T. E. and Juanita Rice Temple Band Scholarship McMurry Chair Scholarship Texas Methodist Foundation Scholarship R. W. McVay, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Mrs. C.A. “Launa” Thomas Scholarship Lon and Roberta Meadows Scholarship S. B. Thompson Memorial Scholarship Henry and Elizabeth Meier Scholarship Hubert D. and Carmen Thomson Memorial Scholarship Methodist Home Scholarship O. P. Thrane Scholarship J. Allen and Elizabeth M. Miller Endowed Scholarship Throckmorton United Methodist Church Scholarship W. Knight and Jane Miller Scholarship Mary Jane Trammell Memorial Scholarship Orlo Mitchell Endowed Scholarship Clifford and Irene Trotter Scholarship Mary E. Mittelstet Memorial Scholarship Annadel Harkey Turnbull Scholarship James Alonzo Monk Ministerial Scholarship Frank L. and Ruth Turner Scholarship Dr. Richard Moore Scholarship Mansfield Tweedy Accounting Scholarship Opal Morris Memorial Endowed Scholarship Union United Methodist Church of San Juan Scholarship R.P. “Bob” and Kathryn G. Morrison Endowed Scholarship F.E. “Buster” Upshaw Scholarship Weldon B. and Nora Beth Merriman Morton Scholarship Bob Uselton-Ko Sari Biology/Chemistry Scholarship Troy H. Moseley and Don McLeod Scholarship Margaret Teague Vaughan Endowed Scholarship Betty Jo Hamill Mowry Scholarship Mrs. Robert M. Vaughan Music Scholarship Elizabeth Myatt/Gamma Sigma Scholarship Dayton and Hazel Walston Scholarship Jerry Neely Memorial Scholarship Tracey Diane Waterfield-Neilson Scholarship Dell A. Newell Memorial Scholarship A.G. and Ethel B. Waugh Memorial Scholarship Niebruegge-Jackson Scholarship Bill, Helen and Tony Way Family Fine Arts Endowed Scholarship Clifford and Verna Northup Memorial Scholarship Lance and Elizabeth Webb Scholarship Robert North and Pauline Neves Norwood Endowed Scholarship Robert and Jerry Weir Schol. for Religion/Christian Service Dr. and Mrs. Earl Nowlin Scholarship Gaston and Ruth Wells Endowed Scholarship Lee and Mattie Ruth Nowlin Scholarship West-Kirk Scholarship W.V. O’Kelly Scholarship Ben and Emma Whitaker Scholarship Mona Margaret Old Scholarship Carla Elizabeth White Memorial Scholarship O.E. Patterson Scholarship Whonsetler-Key Scholarship Mrs. Reta Patterson Scholarship Ada C. Wilkins Endowed Scholarship Paylor-Dorton Endowed Scholarship Arthur R. and Evie Jo Wilson Scholarship Nonnie and Frances Phy Scholarship J. N. “Pete” Wilson Memorial Scholarship Mr. and Mrs. O.S. Piper Scholarship Stanley P. and Claudie Park Wilson Scholarship Bob and Ruth Potter Scholarship for Education Mabel Winsler Scholarship Marilyn Potter Scholarship for Religion Dr. Arthur H. and Andrea Woods, Jr. Endowed Scholarship Don L. Ramsey and Morris L. LeMay Endowed Scholarship Everett and Orabeth Woods Scholarship J.L. and Virginia Rhoades Scholarship Lee J. and Billie B. Woods Business Admin. Scholarship Cora Roberts Scholarship Rev. Cal C. Wright Ministerial Scholarship Dora Roberts Scholarship Thomas Lawrence and Mary Chenoweth Wright Endowed Scholarship Christopher (Carl) Robertson Memorial Scholarship Gypsy Ted Sullivan Wylie Scholarship H.I. Robinson Memorial Scholarship Martin and Frank W. Yates Scholarship Endowment Rockwell Scholarship Young Minister’s Scholarship Sagerton United Methodist Church Scholarship Margaret Young Scholarship Scarbauer Midland Scholarship Helen Jo Hundley Young and J.P. Young Memorial Scholarship Roberta and Dewitt Seago Endowed Scholarship Eleanor Schacht Scholarship Frank and Mollie Sears Scholarship OTHER AVAILABLE SCHOLARSHIPS Mary Eula Sears Memorial Scholarship Daniel Alexander Textbook Fund Herbert Arthur and Emma Bell Seidel Scholarship for Phys. Ed. Perry Bentley Art Scholarship Herbert Arthur and Emma Bell Seidel Scholarship for Elem. Ed. Bolinger, Segars, Gilbert and Moss Accounting Scholarship Herbert Arthur and Emma Bell Seidel Scholarship for Music Esma Morris Cash Scholarship Bess and J.E. Shewbert Endowed Scholarship Winford and Thelma J. Cole Scholarship E. F. Shotwell Scholarship Community Foundation of Abilene Scholarship P.E. Shotwell Chanters Scholarship Horace M. Condley Scholarship M. Sigman Memorial Scholarship First United Methodist Church-Lubbock Scholarship Beulah H. Simmons Scholarship Geoffrey Corporation Scholarship Tom and Mary Sivley Scholarship Clara Mae Gesin Music Scholarship Mr. and Mrs. Ahira V. Smith Scholarship Morgan Jones, Jr. Family Scholarship Emma Jean Smith Scholarship Martin Trust Distribution Omega Nutt Smith Memorial Scholarship Dr. Gordon McMillan Scholarship Paul S. Smith Scholarship Vernie Newman Textbook Scholarship
23 Panhandle Plains Scholarship Other Fees Parents’ Council Scholarship Student Activity Fee (Full-Time Students per Semester) 25.00 Mozelle Rushing Endowed Scholarship Application for Admission or Re-admission Fee 20.00 Ann B. Stokes Foundation Scholarship Orientation Fee (First-time full-time student) 150.00 Mariana Stricklin Strayhorn Scholarship Intercollegiate Fee 25 Joan Stribling Scholarship Transcript Fee 3.00 Rev. Clarence and Louise Walton Scholarship Same Day Transcript 6.00 Ward-Bottom Physics Scholarship CLEP Recording Fee (Per Semester Hour) 12.00 Royal C. Young Scholarship Advanced Placement Recording Fee (Per Semester Hour) 12.00 L. E. Davis Art Scholarship Departmental Exams (Per Semester Hour) 20.00 Audit Courses (Non-Credit) (Per class) 50.00 METHODIST SCHOLARSHIPS United Methodist Scholarships are awarded to McMurry students Room Per Semester** through the United Methodist Scholarship Program. Students who Gold Star & President Residence Halls (Fall & Spring Semester) have been active members of the United Methodist Church for at least (Double Occupancy) 1,349.00 one year may apply. Applications are available from the Office of Martin & Hunt Residence Halls (Fall or Spring Semester) Loans and Scholarships, General Board of Higher Education and (Double Occupancy) 1,449.00 Ministry, The United Methodist Church, PO Box 871, Nashville, TN (Triple Occupancy) 1,346.00 37202-0871. Summer School per term 300.00 Apartment Rent per Month: United Methodist Minority Scholarships are available from the 2 Bedroom 350.00 Northwest Texas Conference of the United Methodist Church. 3 Bedroom 325.00 Applicants should be members of a minority group and members of a 4 Bedroom 300.00 United Methodist Church in the Northwest Texas or Rio Grande Annual Contracts are binding from June 1 to May 31 and are charged out Conference. Applications are available from the Northwest Texas three times during the year. Conference Office, PO Box 298, Lubbock, TX 79408. Summer = June, July, August
Fall = September, October, November, December VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION Spring = January, February, March, April, May The Texas Rehabilitation Commission offers assistance for tuition and non-refundable fees to students who have certain disabling conditions Board: Semester Charge (plus applicable state & local taxes) provided their vocational objectives have been approved by a TRC 20 meals per week: Counselor. Examples of such conditions are orthopedic deformities, $1305.00 + $60 munch money + 107.66 tax 1,472.66 emotional disorders, diabetes, epilepsy, heart conditions, etc. Other services are also available to assist the handicapped student to 15 meals per week: become employable. Application for such service should be made at: $1265.00 + $100 munch money + 104.36 tax 1,469.36 Texas Rehabilitation Commission, Abilene District Office, 3104 South Clack, Abilene, TX 79606. 12 meals per week: $1215.00 + $150 munch money + 100.24 tax 1,465.24 SCHEDULE OF CHARGES FOR THE 2005-2006 ACADEMIC YEAR 5 meals per week (off-campus students only): In considering the costs of attending college, total costs should be $514.50 + $50 munch money + 42.44 Tax 606.94 studied. An illustration of the costs for a student living on campus is as follows: Room Deposit Residence Room Deposit 150.00 Direct costs paid to McMurry University: Semester Annual The $150.00 deposit is required at the time application is made to live in the McMurry residence halls. One hundred dollars of this deposit is Block Tuition (12 hours or more) 7,150.00 14,300.00 refundable when the student moves out if he/she checks out properly Activity Fee 25.00 50.00 with the room left in good condition and requests the refund in writing Average room and board (20 meals per week) 2,921.66 5,843.32 according to the terms of their lease. Apartment dwellers abide by the Average books and supplies 500.00 1,000.00 terms of their yearly contracts. Fifty dollars of this deposit is a non- Total Direct Costs 10, 596.66 21,193.32 refundable housing application fee.
Indirect living costs for student: **Students occupying private rooms, when available, will be charged Estimated transportation expense 400.00 800.00 an additional $325.00 per semester. Semi-private rooms in Hunt and Estimated personal expenses 900.00 1,800.00 Martin will have an additional charge of $239.00 per semester. Total Costs: 11,896.66 23,793.32 Residence hall rooms are rented for the year. No refunds are
made for withdrawal within a semester. May Term: 2006 May Term tuition and fees per hour 450.00 PAYMENT OF ACCOUNT Room and board (15 meals weekly) plus tax 385.00 1. When a student completes the registration process, the total amount of tuition, room and board is due and payable. Tuition 2. If the student’s total net bill cannot be paid upon completion Block Tuition Rate 7,150.00 of the registration process, at least one-fourth of the net (Block Rate 12 or more hours) charges will be due and payable upon the completion of Hourly Tuition Rate* 450.00 registration and one-fourth on the 20th of each of the next three months for fall and spring semesters. The summer *Full-time students continuously enrolled prior to Fall 2002 and not on sessions require one-half payment by the first class day with frozen rate; part-time students; and May & summer enrollees). the remaining balance to be paid within the following four
weeks. May term is due in full by the first class day. Nursing Program Charges 3. Returned checks are forwarded to Insta-Chek for collection. Tuition (per Semester Hour) 450.00 No two-party checks may be cashed. Fees assessed by AISN each semester and charged to the student 4. A service charge of 1.5% per month of the unpaid balance account which includes but not limited to the following: will be applied to each account on the 20th of each month Laboratory Fee Malpractice Insurance after that balance is 30 days old. Clinical Kit Nursing Exams
24 5. No degree or diploma will be awarded any student until his Summer Session I 2006 Summer Session II 2006 financial obligations to the University have been satisfied. June 5-July 7 July 10-Aug 11 6. It will be necessary for McMurry University to refuse to issue a transcript of credits or letter of transfer for any student who 100% refund June 5-7 100% refund July 10-12 has failed to meet his/her financial obligations to the 75% refund June 8-12 75% refund July 13-17 University. 7. The Texas Book Company bookstore is the supply store for 50% refund June 13-15 50% refund July 18-20 students and is operated on a cash basis. Checks and 0% refund June 16 0% refund July 21 major credit cards are also accepted.
8. All questions or problems pertaining to payment of accounts WITHDRAWAL CALCULATIONS PROCEDURES/POLICY should be discussed with the Vice President for Financial A student who must withdraw completely from the University may Affairs or a representative in the Business Office. Any encounter several financial refund calculations. The first thing dispute on a charge must be resolved within four months considered is the University’s refund schedule. Further refunds will be from the date of the charge. dictated by the type of financial aid that the student has accepted, what 9. Personal checks will have the student I.D. number (SSN) has been received by the University and what the student may have written on them by University staff where a student has not received through cash draws from his/her account. done so already.
The University’s refund policy reflects a 100% refund through the ‘Last WITHDRAWING FROM THE UNIVERSITY AND TUITION REFUNDS: day to register or add a class’ for each semester. No financial aid will After the official Census day each semester, no tuition refunds or be granted during that time. After the ‘Last day to register or add a credits will be made for dropped classes, unless the student withdraws class’ of each semester, a decreasing percentage of tuition only, is completely from the University. Fees are not refundable and there is refundable through the 26th calendar day of the fall and spring no refund for May Term after the Census day. Room cost is non- semester (for Mini Dyess terms and summer terms, please see tuition refundable upon withdrawal after the Census day, but board costs will refund schedule above). That amount is credited to the student’s be prorated to the withdrawal date upon the receipt of the withdrawal account. form in the business office.
If only a percentage of tuition is refundable by the University’s policy or Whereas professors are able to academically withdraw a student from if a student withdraws after the last day to receive any tuition refund, class for non-attendance, a student should not expect a professor to the financial aid for that student is reviewed. Title IV Funds (involving take such action automatically. It is the student’s responsibility to Stafford Loans, Perkins Loans, Parent Loans, Pell Grants, & SEOG process a withdrawal in order to receive tuition refunds (if applicable, Funds) that come from the government are subject to refund and see below) and to assure good standing with Title IV financial aid in the repayment. The steps in this procedure include: future. 1. Calculating the percentage of earned aid based on the
number of days the student attended classes up to 60% of Tuition refunds for those students who withdraw from the University will the semester. be granted according to the following schedule: 2. Applying that percentage against the aid received.
3. Returning the amount of the unearned portions of aid back to Fall Semester 2005 Aug 22-Dec 9 the Title IV programs. 100% refund August 22-31 • This may increase the balance owed to the 75% refund of tuition September 1-9 university but decrease what the student would owe later against a loan. 50% refund of tuition September 10-16 • If the student made cash draws from this aid, it 0% refund of tuition September 17 may create a repayment from the student due to the Title IV program. Dyess 1st Mini-Term Fall 2005 Dyess 2nd Mini-Term Fall 2005 Aug 22-Oct 12 Oct 13-Dec 9 100% refund Aug 22-26 100% refund Oct 13-19 Example #1: Total Cost 6000.00 75% refund Aug 27-Sept 30 75% refund Oct 20-23 Tuition = 4000.00 50% refund Aug 31-Sept 1 50% refund Oct 24-25 Title IV Aid 4000.00cr Balance Owed by Student 2000.00 0% refund Sept 2 0% refund Oct 26 Withdrew 50% University Tuition Refund Policy 2000.00cr Withdrew at 20% Title IV Spring Semester 2006 January 16-May 12 Earned Aid (80% refund to Title IV programs) 3200.00 100% refund January 16-25 Final Balance Student Owes University 3200.00 75% refund of tuition January 26-February 3
50% refund of tuition February 4-10 Example #2 0% refund February 11 Total Cost 6000.00 Tuition = 4000.00 Dyess 1st Mini Spring 2006 Dyess 2nd Mini Spring 2006 Institutional Aid 1000.00cr Jan 16-March 10 Mar 20-May 12 Title IV Aid 4000.00cr Balance Owed by Student 1000.00 100% refund January 16-20 100% refund March 20-24 Withdrew 0% University 75% refund January 21-24 75% refund March 25-28 Tuition Refund Policy Withdrew at 40% Title IV 50% refund January 25-26 50% refund March 29-30 Earned Aid (60% refund to Title IV programs) 2400.00 0% refund January 27 0% refund March 31 Final Balance Student Owes University 3400.00
May Term 2006 May 15– June 2 A student found to have received all ‘F,’ ‘WF,’ and ‘I,’ grades at the end 100% refund May 15 of a semester is also subject to the Title IV calculation as described above. However, additional steps will be taken to support if the student 0% refund May 16
25 actually stayed in attendance throughout the semester in at least on GRADES course and earned the grade, or if there is a date of last attendance at Calculated in the Grade Point Average: an academic activity. Professors will be contacted to establish this date; that date will then be the date of withdrawal used to do the Title Grade Quality Points IV calculations. This calculation tells the school if Title IV funds must A (Excellent) 4.00 be returned to the program as stated by the federal government. If a A- 3.67 student earns even one passing grade in a subject, the calculation will B+ 3.33 not be necessary. B (Very Good) 3.00 B- 2.67 A student must begin any withdrawal with the Student Retention & C+ 2.33 Academic Enrichment Office located in the Campus Center, complete C (Satisfactory) 2.00 the necessary signatures, and conclude at the Business Office. C- 1.67 D+ 1.33 ROOM AND BOARD REGULATION D 1.00 D- (Passing) 0.67 1. Students are required to live on campus unless they have F (Failing) 0 either completed 90 hours, are 21, are married, or live within WF (Failing) 0 30 miles of campus with a parent or legal guardian. I (Incomplete) 0 Residence hall rooms are engaged by written agreement for the fall and spring semesters. A student requesting to live (I is a temporary grade indicating course requirements were not off campus must be approved by Assistant Director of completed. The privilege of completing the remaining work is limited to Residence Life. An application must be submitted to the thirty days from the close of the semester and must be made up with Student Affairs Office, located in Old Main, Room 100. the instructor who taught the course. If not completed within thirty (30) 2. An application/agreement for housing is sent to the student days from the end of the semester, the I becomes an F. An instructor upon their acceptance to McMurry University. The may request an extension if appropriate.) completed Housing Application/Agreement and deposit of $150.00 needs to be returned to the Admissions Office. Not Calculated in the Grade Point Average: Rooms are assigned on a first come-first serve basis and are WP Academic work was of passing quality at the time of based on availability withdrawal from a course. 3. The housing deposit is returned to the student upon their P The academic work was of passing quality but not included in final move out of the residence hall, provided the room is grade point calculation (assigned only in courses taught on clean, there is no damage, complete checkout procedures Pass/Fail basis) are followed, and the deposit is requested in accordance with the terms of their lease.. Grade Symbols 4. The room and board charge is maintained at the present rate The instructor is responsible for whatever grade symbol (A, A-, B+, B, if at all possible. However, should costs require, the price of B-, C+, C, C-, D+, D, D-, F, P, I, WF, WP) is to be assigned. Other room and board is subject to change without advance notice. symbols used are indications of registration or grade status and may or may not require action by an instructor and are NOT included in the GPA. ACADEMIC POLICIES W Student withdrew from the course within the first six weeks of a
regular semester. GENERAL DEFINITIONS NR Grade was not reported to Registrar.
THE ACADEMIC YEAR differs from the calendar year in that it is only GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA) nine months in duration, beginning late August and ending in May. The The cumulative grade point average includes only McMurry University academic year begins with the FALL SEMESTER and ends with the course grades. Credit accepted for transfer from another institution is SPRING SEMESTER. The academic year, therefore, includes portions included in the total amount of credit applicable to degree of two calendar years. The SUMMER SESSION consists of two requirements, but grades earned in such courses are not recorded on terms, each approximately five and one-half weeks in duration. The the permanent record at McMurry University and are not used in MAY TERM is a three-week interim term which is scheduled after computing the cumulative grade point average needed for graduation. Spring Commencement and before the beginning of the Summer
Session. It is described more fully in a later section under the heading GRADE POINT CALCULATION of “Courses of Study.” The student should refer to the UNIVERSITY In order to meet the requirements for a degree, the average grade for CALENDAR which appears at the beginning of this publication for a all work done must be at least a grade of C (2.0). detailed listing of events for the 2005-2006 academic year.
The grade point average is calculated by dividing the total hours NUMBERING OF COURSES. Credit in college courses is counted in attempted into the total grade points accumulated. semester hours. (A course meeting three lecture hours per week for one semester has a credit value of three semester hours.) Freshman- Only courses taken at McMurry University are computed into the level courses are numbered in the 1000s; Sophomore-level courses student’s transcript GPA. At the time of graduation, only courses are numbered in the 2000s; Junior-level courses are numbered in the completed at McMurry University will be used to calculate eligibility for 3000s; and Senior-level courses are numbered in the 4000s. The honors designations. second digit in the course number designates the number of semester hours credit for the course; the third and fourth digits distinguish one REPORTING OF GRADES course from another. All Junior- and Senior-level courses are called Students may view their semester grades on Campus Connect. advanced courses and are numbered in the 3000s and 4000s. A Students may request a paper copy, if needed, in the Registrar’s student who does not have the necessary standing or prerequisites will Office. Grade reports are subject to the same privacy laws and not be allowed to register for an advanced course. requirements as transcripts. Please refer to “Student Privacy” in a prior
section of this catalog.
26 REPETITION OF COURSES EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES AND ACADEMIC GOOD Once the final grade has been given in a course, this grade may not be STANDING altered by additional work or by examination. A course may be McMurry University offers a wide variety of activities for students in repeated for the purpose of raising the grade, but the last grade shall keeping with its mission to provide a Christian liberal arts and stand as the permanent record in any case, except Health Fitness professional education. These include but are not limited to the courses, which may be repeated for additional credit. If the student following: band and choral music organizations and ensembles, wishes to repeat a Health Fitness course for the purpose of raising a intercollegiate athletics, intramural athletics, McMurry Christian previous grade in that course, he/she must notify the Registrar. Ministries, Campus Activities Board (CAB), national honor societies, professional organizations, publications, service clubs, social clubs, Only credit for courses, and not the grades earned in these courses, special interest groups, and theatre. taken at institutions other than McMurry University (or through intercollege enrollment) can be accepted for transfer to McMurry In general, a student who is eligible to enroll for classes is considered University. If a student fails a course at McMurry, the student can earn to be in good standing for extracurricular activities. Additional and credit for that course at another institution and transfer the credit hours more stringent requirements may be established by supervisors of to McMurry. In this case, however, the original grade earned in the these activities, groups, organizations, or societies. For participation in course taken at McMurry will remain on the McMurry transcript and intercollegiate athletics a student must demonstrate satisfactory continue to be calculated as part of the student’s transcript GPA. progress toward a degree. In order to demonstrate satisfactory Thus, in order to remove a grade of D or F from the calculation of the progress a student/athlete must be enrolled full-time (a minimum of student’s transcript GPA, the student must repeat the course at twelve semester hours) unless fewer hours are required for graduation. McMurry University (or through intercollege enrollment). Financial aid requirements for satisfactory progress and other DEAN’S LIST AND DEAN’S HONOR ROLL regulations are explained separately in this catalog and elsewhere. The Dean’s List is an academic honor roll made up each semester of those students who have carried a minimum of twelve semester hours GRADE APPEALS and have achieved a grade point average of 3.5 or above for that If a student disagrees with the grade received in a class, the student semester. has the right to appeal using a formal appeal process. All grade appeals must be confined to class policy and the assignment of The Dean’s Honor Roll is an academic honor roll made up each grades. Concerns or complaints about faculty attitudes, ideas, or semester of those students who have carried six to eleven semester behavior should be directed to the Chairperson of the department hours and have achieved a grade point average of 3.5 or above for which offered the course, or to the dean of the appropriate school or that semester. college if the concern or complaint is against a department Chairperson. Grade appeals deal with the policies, as stated on the ACADEMIC PROBATION AND SUSPENSION syllabus, by which grades were to be determined. Classes may vary The institutional requirement for graduation is a “C” (2.00 grade point within the faculty, but fundamentally fair treatment of students in average) or higher; notification of probation is a warning that a compliance with the syllabus provided for the course should be a student’s grades fall below acceptable standards. If substandard constant. The grade appeal process works as follows (except for performance continues, a student is then suspended from continued courses taken in the Abilene Intercollegiate School of Nursing): enrollment. At the conclusion of each fall and spring semester, every As soon as possible after receiving the semester grade report with the student’s performance is evaluated to determine whether probation or grade in question, the student should contact the instructor for the suspension is warranted. This performance evaluation is based on course and determine if the grade was reported correctly. Initial cumulative hours (the higher of attempted or earned) including transfer attempts to resolve any dispute of a grade should be between the hours, as stipulated in the categories below. student and the instructor for the course. If meeting with the instructor Academic Probation. A student is placed on academic probation does not resolve the dispute to the satisfaction of the student, the when his or her cumulative GPA falls below the minimum requirements student should meet with the instructor and his or her department in the table below. Chairperson to discuss the matter. The Chairperson then will be able Hours GPA to hear both sides and settle the dispute. Failure to find a resolution at 0-32 1.60 the department level may necessitate having recourse to the formal 33-48 1.80 appeal process, as follows: 49 and Above 2.00 1. The first appeal is to the dean of the school or college which is the home of the department which offered the course. Academic Suspension. A student on academic probation whose Following is the process by which this is undertaken. cumulative grade point average falls below that indicated below, will be placed on academic suspension. The third consecutive semester of a. The appeal should be initiated within 30 days of grades below probation but above suspension will result in suspension. the release of grades by the Registrar’s Office of Hours GPA the semester in question. 12-32 1.40 33-48 1.60 b. The appeal must be made in writing and must 49 and Above 2.00 contain the following elements:
Students on suspension may appeal for reinstatement to the Student c. The title and number of the course (including Appeals Committee. Suspended students may not enroll at McMurry section number), the name of the instructor, and for a minimum of one full semester and must receive readmission the grade received. approval before re-enrolling. Suspended students who are allowed to d. A statement of why the student believes the grade re-enroll are placed on probation for the semester in which they are assigned was not the grade he or she should have readmitted. received.
The Application for Readmission is processed through the Vice e. A copy of the syllabus for the course. President for Academic Affairs (VPAA), Vice President for Student Relations, and the Vice President for Financial Affairs. The VPAA will f. Copies of all major assignments for the course notify the student of the action taken on the Application for indicating grades received, and any special Readmission. Applications for Readmission should be submitted to the instructions or comments from the instructor which Registrar at least 30 days before the beginning of the semester for might have altered the description of the which the student desires admission. assignment in the syllabus.
27 g. Any other supporting information the student ¾ A Junior is one who has completed sixty semester hours of deems pertinent. work and who has satisfactorily met all entrance requirements. 2. Upon receipt of these materials, the dean will notify the ¾ A Senior is one who has completed ninety semester hours of instructor of the appeal and will provide to the instructor (1) a work and is a candidate for a degree. copy of the written statement from the student explaining the ¾ A Post-Baccalaureate student has completed a reason for the complaint and (2) the supporting information baccalaureate degree, and is taking courses toward submitted by the student. additional certification or for personal benefit only. a. The instructor will have five working days after official receipt to respond to the dean by supplying CLASS ATTENDANCE the following materials: It is understood that attendance is part of the learning commitment — placing oneself in a class setting where effective educational b. A copy of the syllabus for the course. communication and interaction can happen. Both faculty and students are expected to be regular and punctual in their attendance habits. c. A listing of all the grades assigned for all Professors and students cooperate and are responsible for shaping a homework, exams, projects, or other assignments community at work. As part of this responsibility, attendance will be performed by the student. noted in some manner suitable to the size of the class, group, and type d. A statement indicating the method by which the of activity. Any necessary absence occurring while a student is course grades for all students are derived an any representing the University in some official way will be considered an other information to be considered (rebutting the authorized absence. Work missed due to such an absence is to be student’s demand for a grade change). made up as the respective professor determines. Please refer to the Council Fire, Faculty Handbook, or course syllabus for more specific e. The dean will forward to the student a copy of the information. instructor’s rebuttal. Then, the dean will weigh all the evidence presented and decide whether to Absences uphold or to deny the appeal. Both student and The following guide will help you determine the number of instructor will be notified in writing of the decision unauthorized absences allowed before a professor may drop a student within three working days. If the decision results in from the class. Each professor will determine the consequences for a change of grade, the dean will notify in writing absenteeism in his or her class. This will be noted in the syllabus. the Registrar and Vice president for Academic Affairs for the need for a grade change. 3 absences in MWF classes per semester 2 absences in TR classes per semester f. If either student or instructor wishes to appeal the 1 absence in a 2 or 3 hour class that meets once a week dean’s decision, a written request to that effect 3 tardies equal one absence should be sent to the chairperson of the Student
Appeals Committee within two working days. The ADDING OR DROPPING COURSES Chairperson will contact both student and A student may add a course with the permission of the advisor at any instructor to set a meeting for the appeal before time during the first 5 days of the semester. A student may drop a the committee. The Chairperson will request course with the permission of the instructor and the advisor with the materials pertinent to the appeal from the dean, grade of W at any time through the sixth week of the semester. After who will disseminate these to the members of the the sixth week of class, a student may drop a course with the Student Appeals Committee at least five working permission of the instructor and the advisor and will be assigned the days prior to the scheduled meeting. grade of WP or WF. For information regarding the last date to withdraw g. At the appeal before the Students Appeals from a class, refer to the college calendar. A course may not be Committee, both student and instructor, in turn, dropped after that date. The process of adding or dropping a course will have no more than five minutes each to has not been completed until the form requesting permission to add or provide any other supporting materials or to make drop a course has been returned to and processed by the Office of the a statement. The, both will be questioned by the Registrar. membership over the materials placed before them as well as over the individual statements of WITHDRAWAL PROCESS FROM THE UNIVERSITY the student and the instructor for a period not to A student who must withdraw from the University is required to exceed twenty minutes. complete the following steps: 1. Report to the Student Retention Office to obtain a withdrawal h. Time limits may be modified or waived by a vote of form, exit survey, and relinquish the student I.D. the committee membership. Then, both student 2. Take the form to the Financial Aid Office. and instructor will be excused and the Student 3. Take the form to the Student Affairs Office. Appeals Committee will vote on the matter. A 4. Return the completed form to the Business Office. simple majority vote is required to uphold the appeal. The student, instructor, Vice President for Unless a student officially withdraws, the University has no choice but Academic Affairs, and Registrar (if necessary) will to record a grade of F in every course in which the student was be notified in writing of the decision within three enrolled. See the Financial Information section for refund dates and working days. amounts.
i. Decisions of the Student Appeals Committee are The University reserves the right to withdraw any student from a final, and cannot be further appealed. course and/or from the University when the student ceases to attend classes. CLASSIFICATION OF STUDENTS ¾ A Freshman is one who has satisfactorily met all University EMERGENCY MILITARY RECALL, REACTIVATION, OR entrance requirements but who has completed fewer than DEPLOYMENT thirty semester hours of work. It is McMurry University’s policy to work with all students on an ¾ A Sophomore is one who has satisfactorily met all individual basis as they encounter serious and unusual circumstances University entrance requirements and who has completed affecting their educational progress. McMurry University supports our thirty or more semester hours of work. nation’s military efforts and those who currently serve, those who have
28 served, and those who are family members. Therefore, during times BMu - Candidates for the BMu degree may major in the following requiring recall/reactivation and/or deployment, McMurry University will area (a minor is not required): counsel and plan with the specific student to minimize accompanying Church Music inconveniences and maximize academic credit established up to the time the student’s military involvement is required. Upon receipt of BMEd- Candidates for the BMEd degree may major in the notification of a status change, the student should immediately contact following areas (a minor is not required): the Vice President for Academic Affairs who will assist the student in Music Education, Instrumental Concentration making the best decisions for the student’s circumstances. Music Education Vocal Concentration
NUMBERS OF HOURS A STUDENT MAY CARRY, FALL AND BS - Candidates for the BS degree may major in the following SPRING SEMESTERS areas (minor required according to major; please refer to McMurry University defines a full-time student as one who is enrolled departmental sections of this Catalog): for a minimum of twelve (12) semester hours. A student who is not on Accounting (150-hr. program offered through the School of Business) academic probation may register for up to eighteen semester hours. A Biochemistry Biology student on academic probation is limited to sixteen semester hours. Chemistry Computer Science Environmental Science Exercise and Sports Studies OVERLOAD Mathematics Mathematics – Computer Science A student must have a B (3.0 grade points) average to be eligible to Natural Science Physics take more than eighteen semester hours. To take more than eighteen semester hours, a student must secure the approval of the Vice BS, Multidisciplinary Studies – Candidates for the BS in President for Academic Affairs. No student shall carry over twenty-one Multidisciplinary Studies may choose from the following majors hours per semester. Overload permission forms are available in the (a minor is Not required) Registrar’s Office. Multidisciplinary Studies I (All-Level Certification or 8-12 Certification with a single or composite teaching field) PREPARATION Multidisciplinary Studies II (4-8 Certification) An average of two hours outside preparation is expected for each hour Multidisciplinary Studies III (EC-4 Certification) in class. A full-time student needs forty-five to sixty hours per week for classroom attendance and preparation for classwork. Multidisciplinary Studies I and II Majors require the choice of a teaching field, as listed in the Curriculum and Instruction section of this STUDY DAY Catalog. Multidisciplinary Studies III Majors will follow a prescribed Study Day is the day before final examinations begin and is a day of curriculum, as listed in the same section. concentration on academic affairs, with a minimum of distractions and extracurricular activities. BSN – Candidates for the BSN major in Nursing. Candidates will apply to the Abilene Intercollegiate School of Nursing. DEGREE REQUIREMENTS OTHER REQUIREMENTS FOR DEGREES
General Regulations. Eight baccalaureate degrees: the Bachelor of COURSES OF STUDY Arts, the Bachelor of Science, the Bachelor of Business Administration, The courses of study at McMurry University are established and the Bachelor of Music, the Bachelor of Music Education, the Bachelor offered in the belief that it is imperative for a university in these times to of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Science in Multidisciplinary Studies, and the educate both for living and for earning a living. Offering eight Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing - are conferred by McMurry baccalaureate degrees: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of fine Arts, University upon recommendation of the faculty and the approval of the Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Multidisciplinary Studies, Board of Trustees. Recommendations for the baccalaureate degrees Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Business Administration, are contingent upon the following conditions being met: Bachelor of Music, and Bachelor of Music Education, McMurry affords opportunities in liberal arts education preparatory to careers or Written Application for Graduation. graduate work in such fields as business administration, the Christian Candidates for graduation must make written application to the ministry, education, law, medicine, science, and social welfare. Registrar by the beginning of the long semester just prior to the
expected graduation semester. See calendar at the beginning of the BA - Candidates for the BA degree may major in the following catalog for specific application deadlines. areas (a minor is required):
Art Chemistry Transfer Credits. Communication English All transfer credits which apply to a degree, whether earned at a English and Writing Exercise and Sports Studies regionally accredited higher education institution through distance History Graphic Design learning or in residence, must be on file in the Registrar’s Office by the Mathematics Music beginning of the final semester leading to the degree. Any grade Philosophy Political Science below C- will not be accepted for transfer. When a student has earned Psychology Religion 66 credit hours or more toward a baccalaureate degree, credit earned Sociology Spanish from a junior college cannot be accepted thereafter toward any degree. Theatre Following matriculation, any credits transferred must be approved in
advance through submission of a Transfer Course Application, BBA – Candidates for the BBA degree may choose from the available in the Registrar’s Office. The application requires approval of following concentrations (a minor is not required): the academic advisor, Certification Officer (if applicable), the Accounting Computer Information Systems appropriate department chair, and the Registrar. Any hours taken Finance General Business without prior permission may not count toward a McMurry University Management Marketing degree, Multimedia Applications
Graduation Under a Particular Catalog. BFA - Candidates for the BFA degree may major in the following A candidate may obtain a degree according to the requirements of the areas (a minor is not required): catalog under which he/she enters the University or the catalog Art Education Ceramics governing any subsequent year in which he/she is registered, provided Graphic Design Painting that all requirements are completed within six years of the date of the Theatre Studio Art
29 catalog chosen. A student may always graduate under the current required GPA for completion. No grade of less than C quality is catalog. The meeting of requirements and regulations of the acceptable in the major, concentration, elementary specialization, or catalog is the final responsibility of the student and not of the secondary teaching field. Some majors specify the grade required in University. general education courses.
Conferring of Degrees. Choice of Major and Minor. Degrees are conferred three times each year, with recognition of The student is advised to choose his/her major early in his/her college graduates at commencement ceremonies twice a year. Students who career, but is not required to do so until the beginning of his/her junior complete their requirements in the fall semester participate in a year. The University is not obligated to offer courses for a student who December commencement ceremony, and those who complete their changes his/her major after the first semester of the junior year. The requirements in the spring or summer semesters participate in May student should secure his/her academic advisor’s approval upon the commencement exercises. Degrees are conferred in December and choice of both major and minor. The major or minor must be offered by May (as of the day of Commencement) and in August (as of the last McMurry University if one or the other is through the Inter-college day of Summer courses). Demonstration of degree fulfillment must be enrollment agreement. reflected on a form provided by the office of the Registrar; students are responsible for meeting all the graduation deadlines listed elsewhere in Concurrent Enrollment Policy. this catalog. No student may be concurrently enrolled in any other residence- required courses or programs at another regionally accredited college Graduation with Honors. or university without prior approval by the Vice President for Academic At the time of graduation, a student is designated Summa cum Laude if Affairs. A student may take no more than 18 total credit hours during a the student’s cumulative grade point average is 3.85 or above; Magna semester as per the Overload policy in this catalog. Non-residence cum Laude, 3.7; cum Laude, 3.5. To be eligible for graduation with and distance learning courses from regionally accredited institutions honors, a student must have completed a minimum of sixty semester may be taken for transfer credit as per the guidelines of the Transfer hours in courses at McMurry University. Grades for all courses taken Credit section of this catalog. The transfer course application for this at McMurry, including courses in which the student received a “D+, “ purpose is available in the Registrar’s Office (Financial Aid restrictions “D,” “D-”, “F,” or “WF,” or “I” will be included in the calculation of may apply). Courses taken through the Intercollegiate Enrollment honors. program are not subject to these requirements. Please see the section on Intercollegiate Enrollment in the Special Programs section of this Residence Work. catalog. At least 25% of all hours required for the baccalaureate degree must be taken in residence. Remedial credit and credit earned by Requirements for Second Degree. examination do not apply as residence hours. All candidates for In order to obtain a second degree a student must present a total of degrees must do their last twelve hours in regular class work on the one hundred fifty semester hours of credit. At least twelve of the campus. Distance learning work is not permitted during the last additional hours must be advanced. semester without specific approval of the Registrar. All candidates for degrees must complete at least six semester credit hours in residence in the major, minor, specializations, concentrations, and/or teaching fields. Intercollegiate courses and courses taken through the Abilene Intercollegiate School of Nursing satisfy McMurry residency requirements.
General Electives. The number of general education electives required may vary by the choice of degree and major. Each student will be required to take enough lower and/or upper level elective hours to meet a total of 40 advanced hours and 126 overall hours. Questions concerning general education electives should be directed toward either the student’s academic advisor, the office of Academic Advising, or the Registrar.
Semester Hours. A candidate for a baccalaureate degree must complete a minimum of one hundred twenty-six credit hours, excluding remedial courses.
Advanced Hours. All baccalaureate degrees require a minimum of 40 advanced semester hours. Additionally, a minimum of 12 advanced hours are required for the major and 6 advanced hours are required for the minor.
Fine Arts Credit. Not more than twelve semester hours of applied fine arts will be accepted as credit towards a bachelor’s degree except for the Bachelor of Music and the Bachelor of Music Education degrees or a major or minor in music.
Health Fitness Credit. Not more than eight semester hours of Health Fitness courses will be accepted as credit towards a bachelor’s degree. Courses are repeatable for credit.
Grades. An average of C (2.0 grade average) must be made on the total work undertaken at McMurry University. Some majors specify a higher
30 McMURRY MCMURRY UNIVERSITY FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT HONORS PROGRAM
BA Degree Dr. Philip LeMasters, Director BA candidates must take at least 1 year of a foreign language at the college level or show proficiency by taking an elementary foreign The McMurry University Honors Program includes two distinct tracks language proficiency exam or CLEP. Six B.A. majors require 2 years designed to enrich the academic experience of our most outstanding of a foreign language or proficiency by exam: English, English & students. Every McMurry student with a 3.25 GPA is considered an Writing, History, Political Science, Religion, and Philosophy. honors student and encouraged to take honors courses. In order to graduate from the Honors Program, a student must be admitted to and complete all the requirements of one of the following honors tracks: BFA Degree BFA candidates must take at least 1 year of a foreign language at the University Honors: college level or show proficiency by taking an elementary foreign This is a four-year honors track which students may enter only as language proficiency exam or CLEP. incoming freshmen. Applicants must have test scores of 27 ACT/1220 SAT or stand in the top 5% of the high school class. The deadline for application is February 1 of the calendar year in which the student BS Degree enrolls at McMurry. The top five applicants receive the full-tuition Two years high school credit in a single foreign language satisfies the scholarships, and all other qualified applicants receive admission to the BS language requirement. Students who do not have this high school program. Twenty $1000.00 scholarships are also awarded to credit will be required to take 8 hours of a foreign language at McM. applicants selected by the honors program director. University Honors Students who graduated from high school prior to 1993 do not have a students will earn honors credit in Freshman Seminar and in twelve foreign language requirement for the BS degree. hours of other course work taken before the senior year. In order to continue in this track and retain an honors scholarship, students must maintain a 3.25 GPA for their honors work and a 3.5 GPA for all McMurry course work, and otherwise make reasonable progress BS Degree / Multidisciplinary Studies Major toward graduation from the program. During the senior year, University Two years high school credit in a single foreign language satisfies the Honors Students complete an honors thesis in their major field or in an BS / MS language requirement for education majors. Students who do interdisciplinary area. The University Honors track is open to students not have this high school credit will be required to take 8 hours of a in all majors. Students with honors scholarships must be prepared to foreign language at McM. Students who graduated from high school complete an honors thesis during the senior year in order to retain their prior to 1993 do not have a foreign language requirement for the scholarships. BS/MS degree. Departmental Honors: This honors track is designed for students who wish to develop an BBA Degree advanced level of competence in their major field. Students must have Two years high school credit in a single foreign language satisfies the a 3.25 GPA* and have completed 60 semester hours of college work in BBA language requirement for business majors. Students who do not order to apply for admission. Students will earn 7 hours of honors have this high school credit will be required to take 8 hours of a foreign credit, normally including 3-6 hours of honors courses in the language at McM. Students who graduated from high school prior to department and a 1-3 hour honors thesis in the major field. Students in 1993 do not have a foreign language requirement for the BBA degree. all majors may participate in Departmental Honors. (*A GPA higher than 3.25 is required for admission to departmental honors in Business, Communications, Curriculum & Instruction, Music, and BSN Degree Nursing. It is possible to apply for admission to Departmental Honors in Two years high school credit in a single foreign language satisfies the Music after completing 30 hours of college work.) BSN language requirement. Students who do not have this high school credit will be required to take 8 hours of a foreign language at Departmental Requirements for Honors Thesis McM. Students who graduated from high school prior to 1993 do not Each academic department determines the prerequisites for writing an have a foreign language requirement for the BSN degree. honors thesis in that discipline. Regardless of which track of the honors program a student is in, he or she must meet the requirements set by the major field. In the case of an interdisciplinary thesis, the honors BMu and BMEd Degree program director will appoint at least three appropriate faculty Two years high school credit in a single foreign language satisfies the members to determine the course requirements for the student and BMu or the BMEd language requirement. Students who do not have oversee the thesis. In all cases, it is the responsibility of the student to this high school credit will be required to take 8 hours of a foreign be aware of the requirements for graduation from the honors program language at McM. Students who graduated from high school prior to and to be in touch with the honors program director whenever 1993 do not have a foreign language requirement for the BMu or the questions arise. BMEd degree. In order to receive the approval of an academic department for admission to its honors program, a student must complete the “Application for Honors Program” form with the endorsement of the head of the appropriate department. In order to begin work on an honors thesis, a student must complete the “Honors Thesis Proposal” form with the endorsement of the student’s thesis committee. A copy of each of these forms is included in the appendix of The Honors Handbook. These requirements apply to students in both tracks of the honors program.
In order to graduate from either track of the honors program, a student
must earn at least seven hours of honors credit and maintain an overall
and major field GPA of at least 3.25. The following departments require
a GPA higher than 3.25 for their honors students: Business,
Communications, Curriculum and Instruction, Music, and Nursing.
31 Art: must complete at least seven hours of honors courses, including ENG Admission requires completion of at least 60 hours of credit, including 4X96* (Honors Tutorial) and either ENG 4X97* Senior Thesis or ENG 12 hours of Art, with an overall and art GPA of at least 3.25. Students 4X98* Senior Opus. A senior thesis or opus in English must be will complete seven hours of honors credit, including three to six hours between 75-150 pages in length. The senior opus must be a piece or of honors tutorial in Art and a senior thesis (1-3 hrs), and graduate with collection of original fiction either prose, poetry, or drama. an overall and Art GPA of at least 3.25. Dependent upon the focus of the thesis, the student may present along with it his/her original art Environmental Science: work. Admission requires completion of 60 hours of college work, including 20 hours of required courses for the Environmental Science major, and Biology: an overall and Environmental Science GPA of 3.25. Students will Admission requires completion of 60 hours of college credit; 16 hours complete four hours of ENVR 4X96* and three hours of ENVR 4X97*. of Biology courses, Including BIOL 1401,1402, and 1403; and an overall and Biology GPA of at least 3.25. Required honors courses: History: Biology 4X96* Honors Tutorial (1-3 hrs and may be repeated) and Admission requires completion of 60 hours of college work, 15 hours in Biology 4X97* Honors Research (3 hrs). Students must earn four History, and an overall and History GPA of at least 3.25. Students will hours of credit for BIOL 4X96* and three hours for BIOL 4X97*. complete seven yours of honors courses, HIST 4X96* Honors Tutorial Students must graduate with a Biology GPA of at least 3.25 in order to (3-6 hrs) and 4X97* Honors Thesis (1-3 hrs), and at least 24 hours in receive the honors designation. History.
Business Administration: Mathematics: Admission requires a GPA of at least 3.5 in Acct. 2310, 2320; Econ. Admission requires completion of 60 hours of college work, including 2310, 2320: and BA 1310, and in all other college work; a GPA of at MATH 2315, 2421, 2322, 3302, and an overall and Mathematics GPA least 3.0 for all other lower level honors courses with no grade below B of 3.25. Students will complete seven hours of honors credit, including in those courses. Students must complete at least seven hours of MATH 4X96* Honors Tutorial and 4X97* Senior Thesis. honors courses of which two may be lower level honors hours. Part 1. Students must complete three hours from Part 1: ACCT 3196*, MGMT Music: 3196*, MKTG 3196*, ECON 3196*, FIN 3196*; Part 2. B A 4196* Admission requires completion of 30 hours of college work for (1hr.); Part 3. B A 4X97* (1-3 hr. thesis). Students must complete sophomores or 60 hours of college work for juniors; and overall GPA of each part of the program in order, completing Part 1 before Part 2, 3.25 and music GPA of 3.4. Students must complete seven hours of etc. honors courses in music and maintain the above GPA’s at graduation. Students will choose one of the following tracks: (1) Music History, Chemistry and Biochemistry: Music Education, or Music Theory: requires the completion of an Admission requires completion of 60 hours of college credit, including honors thesis in music or (2) Performance: requires the completion of CHEM 1410, 1420, 2430, 3410, and 3420 with an overall and at least one honors recital. The honors thesis and honors recital Chemistry/Biochemistry GPA of 3.25. Students must complete seven courses are each two-hour courses, and may be repeated once. hours of honors courses, including an honors tutorial and a senior thesis. The honors recital will be evaluated by a committee structured in the same way as a thesis committee. The student must secure the Communications: approval of the committee by audition at least four weeks prior to the Admission requires completion of 60 hours of college credit, including beginning of the final examination period for the semester in which the 12 hours in Communications, including COMM1310 and 1320; and an recital is completed. All students choosing the recital track will overall GPA of at least 3.25 and of 3.5 for Communications courses. complete Honors Recital: a performance of at least 52 minutes of Students must complete at least seven hours of honors courses, music, with at least one work memorized and program notes written by including COMM 4X96* Honors Tutorial (3-6 hrs) and COMM 4X97* the student for each work. Students enrolling for a second honors Senior Thesis (1-3 hrs). recital may also complete Honors Recital II: a lecture or recital of at least 60 minutes duration on a specific subject, genre, or composer. Computer Science: Program notes will be at least 10-15 pages long. Students delivering a Admission requires completion of 60 hours of college credit, including lecture will submit to the committee a text of at least that length on CSC 1325, 1330 and 2325, with an overall and Computer Science which the lecture is based. GPA of 3.25. Students must complete seven hours of honors courses, including an honors tutorial and the senior thesis. The following courses may be taken for honors credit in music: I . Music History (3-6 hours): M LH XX99 Special Topics (such as Curriculum and Instruction: Symphonic Literature, Chamber Music Literature, composer, Admission requires completion of 60 credit hours with a GPA of at comparison, and period courses), and M LH 4X95 Independent Study. least 3.5. Thesis proposals by MS-3 students will require the approval II. Music Theory (3-6 hours): M TH 4260 Advanced Orchestration, M of the Teacher Education Committee. Students majoring in secondary TH XX99 Special Topics (such as Compositional Trends and Analysis, education will prepare a thesis in their teaching field, and must meet all Schenkerian Analysis), M TH 4X95 Independent Study. III. Music requirements for the preparation of theses as set by the discipline in Education (3-6 hours): MUED XX99 Special Topics (such as The which the thesis is written. Theses will be directed by a member of the Changing Voice, Implementing the National Standards Through department of the teaching field. MS-3 students will complete a thesis Instruction), and MUED 4X95 Independent Study. IV. Honors Thesis either in a teaching field or on some facet of elementary education or Recital (2 hours, repeatable once). (e.g., pedagogy, curriculum, etc.). Theses in a teaching field will be advised according to the same process listed for secondary education Natural Science: majors. Theses on elementary education will be directed by a member Admission requires completion of 60 hours of college work, including of the Department of Curriculum and Instruction. Students will earn six 20 hours of required courses for the Natural Science major, and an hours of credit for the senior thesis, which will function as the six hours overall and Natural Science GPA of 3.25. Students will complete of major electives in the degree pan for MS-3 students. Students seven hours of NTSC 4X96* and NTSC 4X97*, focusing the honors writing a thesis in a teaching field will earn their thesis hours in that thesis work in a natural science or combination of natural sciences. subject area. Nursing: English: Admission requires admission to AISN, completion of 60 hours of Admission requires completion of 60 hours of college credit, 15 hours college work, an overall GPA of at least 3.5 and the endorsement of of English, and an overall and English GPA of at least 3.25. Students the Dean of AISN. Students will earn four-to-six hours of thesis credit
32 by preparing an undergraduate thesis on a topic in Nursing which will Theatre: be directed by a terminally degreed member of the nursing faculty; be Admission requires completion of at least 60 hours of college work, admitted to and active in the AISN chapter of Sigma Theta Tau; attend including THRE 2320, 2330, 2340, 3320, 3344, 3345, and one of the at least on professional conference in Nursing and submit a summary following: THRE 3350, 3363, 3365. Students must have a Theatre and paper on his or her experience there to the Dean of AISN; and overall GPA of 3.25, and will complete seven hours of honors work in maintain a 3.5 GPA for all course work in Nursing. Theatre, including an honors tutorial and the senior thesis.
Philosophy: McMURRY-DYESS Admission requires completion of 60 hours of college work, 12 hours in Philosophy, and an overall and Philosophy GPA of 3.25. Students AIR FORCE BASE PROGRAM must complete at least seven hours in Philosophy honors courses, including PHIL 4X96* Honors Tutorial, 4X97* Senior Thesis, and 4X98* Dr. Rosemary Kovach Wallace, McMurry-Dyess Air Force Base Philosophical Classics. Program Director
Physical Education: RESIDENT PROGRAM PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION Admission requires completion of 60 hours of college work, including Since the fall of 1960, McMurry University has operated an on-base PE 2330 and 2335, and an overall and PE GPA of 3.25. Students will program of classes at Dyess Air Force Base located approximately earn seven hours of honors credit, including PE 4X96* Honors Tutorial seven miles from the main campus. The educational program provided (3-6 hours) and 4X97* Senior Thesis (1-3 hours). PE 4399 Special for military personnel is designed to assure an opportunity to attend Topics: History of the Olympics will also count toward honors resident college classes conducted by McMurry University at Dyess Air requirements in PE. Force Base and on the main campus. The program is suited not only to military members, but also to non-traditional and civilian students alike Physics: in that courses tend to be offered during lunch time, in the evening Admission requires completion of 60 hours of college work, 15 hours of and/or in condensed (mini) semesters and an occasional weekend Physics, including PHYS 2510, 2520, and 3300, and overall and one. Full semesters are offered as well. Offerings include the Physics GPA of 3.25. Students will complete seven hours of honors academic courses toward completion of the Community College of the credit, including PHYS 4X96* Honors Tutorial (3-6 hours) and PHYS Air Force (CCAF) associate degree and the general education courses 4X97* Honors Thesis. toward the baccalaureate. In addition, various disciplines’ lower and upper level courses are periodically given on base. With a Political Science: combination of limited campus classes, specific course work for the Admission requires completion of at least 60 hours of college work, 18 Bachelor of Business Administration (certain concentrations) and the hours of Political Science, an overall and Political Science GPA of Bachelor of Science in Computer Science degrees can be completed 3.25. Students will complete seven hours of honors credit, including through the base offerings. Generally, the program’s students can be PSC 4X96* Honors Tutorial and PSC 4X97* Senior Thesis. found in most disciplines and majors.
Psychology: McMurry professors and instructors (full time and adjunct) comprise Admission requires completion of at least 60 hours of college work, 15 the faculty, with each department Chairperson responsible for hours of Psychology, including PSYC 1340, 3301, 3340, and with an assigning faculty and overseeing individual course offerings. The overall and Psychology GPA of 3.25 and no grade below B in Director works in liaison with the various departments, colleges, and Psychology. Graduation requirements include: seven hours of honors schools of the University to ensure academic standards and credit in Psychology at the junior and senior levels with no grade below procedures are maintained between campus and base. Students are B; completion of Mathematics 3351 or its equivalent with a grade no eligible to take course work at either site - main campus or on base. lower than a C; four hours of PSYC 4X96* Honors Tutorial and three The Director of McMurry-Dyess Air Force Base Program is responsible hours of either PSYC 4397* Honors Thesis or PSYC 4398* Honors to the Vice President for Academic Affairs and works with others in Research; an overall GPA of no less than 3.25 at the time of administration. The program is administered by the Director with an graduation; 30 hours in Psychology with a minimum GPA for those office on base and at the main campus. courses of 3.25 and no grade below B, at least half of those courses being taken at McMurry; completion of PSYC 1340, 4310; and ADMISSION participation in professional activities such as attending a regional Regular admission procedures apply. That is, admission requirements psychology convention, a local seminar or workshop, or at least six include submission of a completed application form, requested meetings of the Abilene Psychological Association. transcripts, and possibly entrance scores. See section on Admissions and Procedures for details. Religion: Admission requires completion of at least 60 hours of college work, 15 With special permission, a student may take one semester as a non- hours of Religion, including REL 1330, 3350, 2330, and 2340, and an degree seeking student without providing transcripts of high school or overall and Religion GPA or 3.25. Students will complete seven hours college work. Applications for non-degree seeking candidates are of honors course work in Religion, including REL 4X96* Honors available from the Director of the McMurry-Dyess AFB Program in the Tutorial (3-6 hours), and 4X97* Senior Thesis. Education Center on base. If any student desires to enroll in more coursework upon completion of one semester at McMurry, he or she Sociology: must meet the requirements of regular admission, including the Admission requires completion of at least 60 hours of college work; submission of all requested transcripts. Credit for courses taken at and overall and Sociology GPA of 3.25; completion of 15 hours in McMurry after completion of one semester at McMurry cannot be Sociology; and eligibility for membership in Alpha Kappa Delta. granted until the required transcripts and/or entrance exam scores are Students will complete SOC 4X96* Honors Tutorial and SOC 4X97* received and processed by the Admissions and Registrar offices at Senior Thesis. McMurry. Military service school courses are evaluated and may be accepted for credit by McMurry University according to the Spanish: recommendations of the American Council of Education’s Guide to the Admission requires completion of at least 60 hours of college work, 14 Evaluation of Educational Experiences in the Armed Services (ACE hours in Spanish, including SPAN 1410, 1420, 2310, 2320; an overall Evaluation Guide), current edition. Anyone in the military services may and Spanish GPA of 3.25. Students will complete seven hours of request an unofficial evaluation of service credits from the Director. honors work in Spanish, including SPAN 4X96* Honors Tutorial and The Registrar will determine the applicability of the credit toward a SPAN 4X97* Honors Thesis. degree program at McMurry University. Credit will be awarded upon successful completion of appropriate CLEP or subject examinations.
33 Any credits that are to be awarded by evaluation, CLEP, or SCHOLARSHIP examination will not be officially recognized by McMurry University until See the Financial Assistance section on page 20. a minimum of 12 semester hours in residence at the main campus or McMurry-Dyess Air Force Base Program have been successfully ATTENDANCE POLICIES completed. Requirements for the baccalaureate degree may not be Normal attendance policies apply – please see Class Attendance met exclusively by the application of credits earned in this manner. section of this catalog. Absences should be kept to an absolute minimum. When unavoidable absences occur, particularly when ACADEMIC/TUITION DEPLOYMENT POLICIES related to military duties, it is the responsibility of the student to McMurry is proud of its over 40 year partnership with Dyess Air Force arrange for make-up work and communicate circumstances to faculty. Base. Through the years, a scholarship has been awarded to active The Director should be contacted if there are any difficulties. Faculty duty members to assist with the cost of higher education. Military are requested to be cooperative and understanding in such situations. members attending college classes have, as their first priority, military responsibilities. These may include a short tour of duty (TDY), an Emergency Deployment - see section on Academic unplanned deployment, or a transfer/change of station (PCS) before Programs/Withdrawal process from the University. the semester ends. In recognition of this, below are policies which guide the University and the Dyess AFB Education Center when these LIBRARY duties interface with coursework. Military members, as students, are Due to the general education nature of the courses, many of the books encouraged to identify themselves to the instructors on the first day of required for reference work and for outside reading by on-campus class and explain that there may be times that require their absence. students are desirable additions to the Base Library. Within the limits This is particularly important if students know in advance of an imposed by the University’s on-campus needs, the University Library upcoming military commitment. This gives both the instructor and will provide such books for Dyess students on a loan basis. In addition, student the opportunity to “work something out” if possible. Members certain reference materials from the campus library may be placed on who need to be out of classroom for a week or more are encouraged to reserve in the Base Library for use by enrolled military personnel. The speak with the instructors to make up the coursework. At times it may campus library is also available to McMurry-Dyess students. be feasible to do assignments in advance. STUDENT ACTIVITY CARDS When a longer TDY or deployment is involved, the preferred choice is Student activity cards for McMurry University may be obtained from the to finish the course, if at all possible. The logistics are between the Director, and will be issued only to those duly enrolled either on the instructor and student, and in some cases, involve the Director of the main campus or at the base. These activity cards will entitle the holder Program and/or a distant Education Center. Email, faxes, internet to library privileges, athletic and cultural events, use of gym and connection, mail to a Test Proctor, and the like are ways in which the swimming pool. However, it is preferred that the enrolled student coursework can be completed. Incomplete grades may be issued with obtain an official university identification card from the Student Affairs the understanding that the remaining requirements be completed upon office. return. (McMurry University permits an incomplete grade be changed within a month or extended by instructor. The Education Center allows Servicemembers Opportunity College an incomplete grade for a year.) When it is not feasible to continue or complete the course before departure, the aim is to preserve the grade McMurry University has been designated as a Servicemembers point average (GPA) and to rectify any monetary issues. Both of these Opportunity College (SOC) by the American Association of State matters can become problematic if proper procedures are not followed. Colleges and Universities. This program has many advantages for
those on active duty/no longer on active duty, and for family members Established dates for dropping a class for the semester are listed in the of military personnel. In order to qualify for consideration, a minimum current catalog and are followed accordingly. These include the grade of 32 credit hours in residence with McMurry must be met. It allows assignment of a Withdraw (W), Withdraw Passing (WP), and Withdraw maximum flexibility in acquiring credit toward a degree and is designed Failing (WF). Also listed in the current catalog are the Withdrawal from to fit the educational needs of military personnel. In brief, students the University and Refund Policies which are used as the guideline for who are eligible to participate will be allowed to take courses at other tuition reimbursement. A copy of orders, if possible, and/or a memo schools in areas to which they have been transferred to complete signed by the First Sergeant or Commanding Officer citing the need for degree requirements at McMurry. Details regarding this program may the withdrawal is required along with the correct form (drop or be obtained from the Director, McMurry-Dyess Air Force Base withdrawal) in order to be processed. The Program Director is the first Program and/or the Registrar. The program itself is administered point of contact, being most familiar with the policies. The Registrar is through the Registrar of McMurry University. contacted in the absence of the Director. Once these procedures are followed, there should be no problem with the grade point average and the tuition reimbursement. McMurry University is grateful for our Veterans Administration Programs military students’ service and is committed to assisting them in their academic endeavors. McMurry University is approved to offer assistance to those students using the benefits of the Veterans Administration for educational TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM purposes. All students using these benefits must contact the Veterans Tuition for active military personnel enrolled under the Armed Forces Advisor in the Registrar’s Office on the campus of McMurry University Tuition Assistance program will be as published in the Financial and provide the appropriate documentation to be certified for benefits. Information section of this catalog. Each student eligible for and Veterans receiving benefits under the Vocational Rehabilitation utilizing tuition assistance (TA) from any of the military forces must Program will need to have consulted with a vocational rehabilitation submit an Air Force form 1227 or its equivalent form with each specialist employed by the Veterans Administration and have application for enrollment. TA Funds for eligible recipients are not education approval prior to certification for benefits. released until 30 days prior to start date of classes. Students withdrawing from a class must secure an honorable dismissal from the All students using VA benefits must complete an application for Director of the McMurry-Dyess AFB Program before any refunds or admission as a degree seeking student and are subject to application adjustments can be made. No refunds are made to students who are requirements as stated in the “Steps for Admission” section of this dismissed from the University through disciplinary action. Fees other catalog. No student will be certified for benefits until all required than tuition are non-refundable. The University refunds all tuition costs documents are received by the Veterans Advisor. When a student fails actually paid by the individual upon receipt of orders for permanent to maintain prescribed standards of progress, the VA will be informed change of station provided he or she is attending under the Air Force so that benefit payments can be discontinued in accordance with the Tuition Assistance program for that semester. law. Please refer to the “Minimum Academic Standards” section which follows. Regular class attendance is mandatory according to
34 regulations specified by McMurry University and the Veterans frame, students enroll in a maximum of four semester hours which Administration. Any student using VA benefits who has excessive enables them to heighten the learning experience. In addition, May absences will be dropped from the class. This action will be Term provides opportunities for students to supplement, extend, and subsequently reported to the Veterans Administration. enhance their educational life in a manner unavailable during the traditional academic year. Since students and instructors engage in Tutorial assistance is also available through the Veterans fresh, stimulating, yet substantive courses, May Term becomes a administration. For information, please contact the Veterans Advisor. welcome change of pace for both—one which fosters academic Each individual attending McMurry University using his/her benefits is discipline marked by an intensity of focus, depth, and an exclusivity of responsible for payment of tuition to McMurry University regardless of attention on a single area—subject, topic, project, or course. when or how he/she is paid by the Veterans Administration. More specifically, May Term: For regulations concerning payment of accounts, please refer to the ¾ Affords a depth of inquiry and a freedom of method not Payment of Accounts section. Students using VA benefits are subject always present in the established curriculum; to any disciplinary action outlined in the catalog. ¾ provides broader and deeper educational benefits through Educational experiences both inside and outside the Academic Standards for Students Receiving VA Benefits geographic boundaries of the McMurry campus; Satisfactory Progress ¾ Promotes scholarship in areas of special interest; A student who is receiving VA educational benefits must maintain a ¾ Permits increased student initiative, self-reliance, and cumulative grade point average of 2.00 to be considered making responsibility for planning and pursuing each individual’s satisfactory progress. educational commitment; ¾ Enables students to explore and to delve into disciplines in Probation which they may have a compelling interest but for which they Students who fail to achieve a cumulative gpa. of 2.00 shall be placed may not have extensive preparation; on probation for one semester. If a student achieves a semester gpa. ¾ Facilitates curricular flexibility through team teaching and of 2.00 or better during the probationary period, but has not achieved interdisciplinary study. the required 2.00 cumulative gpa., the student may be continued on May Term registration, open to McMurry students and to those from probation for one more semester. other colleges or universities, is held during the designated dates in Spring Semester and on the first day of May Term. Regular tuition is Unsatisfactory Progress charged for May Term; there are proportional room and board charges If the student on probation fails to achieve a 2.00, semester gpa. at the for those students who live in residence halls. Additional fees or travel end of the first probationary period, the student shall be reported to the costs are stated in the May Term catalog for specific courses. VARO as making unsatisfactory progress. A student who fails to achieve a 2.00 cumulative gpa., at the end of the second consecutive probationary period, shall be reported to the VARO as making unsatisfactory progress.
Intercollege Enrollment
A student enrolled at McMurry University may also enroll in courses at either Abilene Christian University or Hardin-Simmons University. Courses taken through intercollege enrollment count toward degree requirements provided approval has been secured in advance from the student’s academic advisor, Chairperson of department, Registrar’s Office, and Business Office. Intercollege enrollment can be beneficial to McMurry students in several ways. The number of fields of study is enhanced, schedule conflicts can often be alleviated, and exposure to additional instructors and course offerings can be achieved. Courses taken through intercollege enrollment are considered a part of a regular semester’s work, and grades are averaged with courses taken at McMurry. Courses taken through intercollege enrollment are included in calculating eligibility for the Dean’s List and the Dean’s Honor Roll, as well as probation and suspension status. Students who enroll in the intercollege program assume responsibility for the charges incurred at participating institutions. Federal financial aid regulations dictate that no more than one-fourth of hours attempted may be completed at other than the home institution.
Study Abroad
Study abroad offers a direct and exciting means to learn about other societies, cultures, and landscapes, both physical and spiritual. McMurry University provides a variety of opportunities to its students for study abroad: McMurry University is a member of several university consortiums offering accredited programs abroad. Financial aid is available for those who are eligible. For further information on study abroad opportunities contact the Registrar.
May Term
May Term at McMurry University, an academic term clearly distinguished from its fall and spring semesters as well as from its two summer sessions, is equal in importance though it differs in format from those regular semesters. During May Term’s three week time
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Academic Advantage courses are designed to assist students in the life and learning transitions associated with beginning and ending a college career. Students will develop general and specific skills necessary to success during the college years and beyond.
1100 McMurry 101: The Freshman Seminar. (1-0) Required for all first-time, full-time freshmen. Freshman Seminar emphasizes skills, experiences and relationships necessary for college success. Sessions will focus on academic skills, time management, career development, and collateral topics. Class work will be augmented by participation in out- of-class academic and personal development activities. (Fall, Spring)
4100 Senior Seminar (1-0) Prerequisite: junior or senior standing. This course is designed to provide the college student with the skills necessary to conduct an effective job search campaign and learn the tools necessary to market themselves to prospective employers. (As needed)
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36 DEPARTMENT OF ART Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors Program under the Special Program section earlier in the catalog.
Professor Walker-Millar, Chairperson Facilities. The Art Department has a superior ceramic facility. The Assistant Professor B. Oiler Noel and Anita Chapin building built in 2000 houses 14 potters wheels, Adjunct Professor J. Miller a slab roller, four electric kilns, three gas kilns (Raku and highfire), clay Adjunct Instructors J. Deaton, E. Richards, T. Sutherland, G. Laney, mixing room, faculty studios, glaze mixing room, and large work D. Oiler spaces. The computer lab shared by Art and Theatre has 12
Macintosh G-5 computers with access to Theatre’s wide format printer. Mission and Goals: The painting, drawing and design rooms have northern lighting. There McMurry University’s Art Department prepares individuals for careers are two photography darkrooms and a jewelry design lab. in art and art education and gives all students the opportunity to develop the conceptual and technical skills of artistic expression as Requirements for Degrees in Art follow course descriptions. well as cultural understanding. Courses are offered in art education, art appreciation, art history, ceramics, painting, computer graphics, Course Descriptions (ART) drawing, design, photography, and jewelry design. Full participation in 1300 Exploring the Visual Arts (3-0) No prerequisites. A required classes, assignments, critiques and exhibitions results in course for BFA, BA, and Art Minor, fulfills general education comprehensive knowledge of design, media, expressive possibilities, requirements in Fine Arts. This course is for any student and creative solutions. interested in visual cultural enrichment. It is an overview of
how to look at art and a basic understanding of what is Art faculty provide a broad background of knowledge in the art forms of involved in the creation, analysis and appreciation of any Western civilization and non-European cultures as it relates to a particular work of art. Examples of art from around the world pluralistic contemporary world. Students study art in the classroom and from the past to present will be studied in slide and then examine it firsthand through field trips to galleries and discussions, demonstrations, hands-on activities and field museums; they are also afforded opportunities to study art abroad . trips to art galleries and museums. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) student concentrates in ceramics, 1310 Elements of Design I (0-6) No Prerequisites. Required for painting, computer graphics, general studio art or art education. BFA BFA, BA, Art Minor. Fulfills general education requirement studio art graduates attend graduate school or pursue careers in in Fine Arts. A foundation course for all Art majors and graphic design, illustration, museum education, art galleries, teaching minors. The basic concepts of composition and all level art, or establish their own production or teaching studios. The relationships of space, form, light, color, shape and texture Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree with a major in art is designed for are explored in assignments. (Fall, Spring as needed) students who wish to obtain a liberal arts degree; this degree requires a minor. The Bachelor of Science (BS) Multidisciplinary Studies art 1313 Basic Pottery (0-6) No prerequisites. Required for BFA, BA, education graduates teach all level art in elementary and secondary and minor in Art. Fulfills general education requirement in schools. the Fine Arts. An introduction to ceramic processes and
personal self-expression, to include lecture, slides, field trips, Special Programs and Opportunities: demonstrations, and studio work. Basic techniques in the Awards. Entering freshmen art students may apply for the Perry use of clay, including handbuilding, throwing on the potter’s Bentley Art Scholarship in February. Transfer students and current art wheel, glazing and firing, will be covered. (Fall, Spring) majors may apply for other art scholarships in the spring. Recognition awards are presented to outstanding art students annually. The spring 2300 Fundamentals of Drawing (0-6) No prerequisites. Required juried annual spring student art competition acknowledges artistic for BFA, BA optional for minor in Art. This basic art course achievement. explains visual awareness and prepares the student to solve
problems in drawing. Technical skill are developed in the Galleries. McMurry University’s Amy Graves Ryan Fine Arts Gallery use of black and white media, linear and aerial perspective, has an active exhibition schedule with area and national art shows, as shading, proportion, texture and structure analysis. (Fall) well as student and faculty exhibits. BFA art majors have a senior
exhibition of their work as part of their degree requirements. Through 2301 Art History I (3-0) Prerequisites: ART 1300 Required for the Brown Bag artists lecture series and artists workshops, students BFA, optional elective for BA. Provides acquaintance with meet and study with exhibiting artists. The Gypsy Ted Gallery offers the painting, sculpture, architecture, and decorative art forms student exhibition and studio space; and offers shows to select area typical of each period; how to interpret theses forms as artists. records of the spiritual; and the social evolution of
humankind and indications of the aesthetic qualities which Travel courses in Art. The Department of Art endeavors to offer one denote artistic significance. Slide/lectures, discussions, travel course annually. Classes travel to regionally, nationally and videos, CD ROM’s and field trips to museum and galleries in internationally significant art exhibitions and archeological sites related this art survey cover Pre-historic, Egyptian, Mesopotamian, to students’ course of study. Aegean, Greek, Roman, Early Christian, Byzantine,
Romanesque, Gothic, and a non European section. (Fall) Art Honor Society. Art students who have completed 12 semester
hours and have a 3.0 average or above in art are eligible to be 2302 Art History II (3-0) Prerequisites: ART 1300. Required nominated by faculty to the Epsilon Theta Chapter of Kappa Pi course for BFA, choice for BA. Provides acquaintance with International Collegiate Art Honorary Fraternity. Kappa Pi sponsors the painting, sculpture, architecture, and decorative art forms Homecoming and Christmas art sales, service projects and art related, typical of each period; how to interpret those forms as educational and social activities. records of the spiritual; and the social evolution of
humankind and indications of the aesthetic qualities which Internships in Art. Art internships for junior and senior art majors give denote artistic significance. Slides, lectures, discussions, CD students meaningful practical experience by working in a gallery, ROM’s, videos and field trips to museum and galleries in this museum or commercial setting to see how the theoretical concepts of art survey cover from the Pre-Renaissance to Modern times. art are put into practice. Students have interned at the Abilene (Spring) Reporter News, Center of Contemporary Art, Zachry Associates,
Grace Museum, and National Center for Children’s Illustrated 2304 Creative Drawing (0-6) Prerequisite: ART 2300 or Literature. permission of instructor. Required for BFA, optional for minor
37 in Art, optional elective for BA. This course teaches creative concentration, BA, and Art minor. Designed to give students and expressive use of the technical skills learned in a thorough knowledge of the procedures in depicting form, Fundamentals of Drawing. A variety of drawing media is volume, the illusion of space and depth, and the behavior of used to further develop the conceptual and aesthetic color, value, and texture under controlled studio lighting. aspects of students’ drawings. (Spring even years) Emphasis is placed on a strong composition, emotional impact, communication of ideas, creating a mood, and the 2310 Painting I (0-6) Prerequisite: ART 1310, 2300 or 2304, or congruity of technique. (Fall odd years) permission of instructor. Required for BFA, BA, optional for minor in Art. Fulfills general education requirement in the 3322 Modern Art History (3-0) Prerequisite: ART 1300 or Fine Arts. Emphasis on fundamentals of painting techniques, permission of instructor. 3322/3323 One required for BFA or stretching canvases, composition, color, and spatial illusion. BA, optional elective for Art minor. Artists and architects of Expressive interpretation in watercolor, acrylic or oil from still international importance, with particular emphasis on life, landscape, abstraction and/or non-objective. Lectures, women, Non-European artists. Slides, lectures, discussions, slides, videos, studio work, critiques, field trips and CD ROM’s, videos and field trips to museum and galleries in demonstration are involved in this painting course. (Spring) this art survey cover from pre-Modern to current times. (as needed) 2313 Techniques in Wheel Throwing (0-6) Prerequisite: ART 1313 or permission of instructor. Required for BFA Ceramic 3323 Non-European Art (3-0) Prerequisite: ART 1300 or concentration, optional elective for BFA painting permission of instructor. See 3322. Creates a cultural concentration, optional elective for BA. A refining of the bridge to better understanding of some ancient and basic skills in the use of the potter’s wheel learned in Basic emerging nations in these changing world. Includes art of Pottery. The students should the importance of form to Asia, Africa, Oceania, and the Americas. Also includes function and decoration and aesthetic judgments. Lectures, recent archaeological finds, contemporary trends and past slides, videos, studio work, critiques and demonstration are histories that have already influenced the art of Western involved in this pottery course. (Fall even years or as civilization in slides, lectures, discussions, CD ROM’s, needed) videos and field trips to museum and galleries. (as needed)
2314 Techniques in Handbuilding (0-6) Prerequisite: ART 1313 3328 Advanced Photography (0-3) Prerequisite: ART 2323 or or permission of instructor. Required for BFA Ceramic consent of instructor. In-depth study of the finer points of concentration, optional elective for BFA painting creative photography. Emphasis on exposure controls and concentration, optional elective for BA. An investigation of depth of field. Darkroom production of fine arts prints. slab, pinch, coil and other alternatives methods to the Exploring medium format photography. Studio photography potter’s wheel, to develop forms and textures. (Spring even and portfolio preparation for senior show. Lecture and lab 6 years) hours a week. (Fall, Spring as needed.)
2321 Three-Dimensional Design (0-6) Prerequisite: ART 1310 or 3330 Computer Graphics Design (3-0) Prerequisite: suggested permission of instructor. Required for BFA and BA. Study of ART 1310. Required for BFA, optional advanced art elective line, form, space and texture in three-dimensional materials for BA or Art minor. A studio course designed to introduce and concepts. Study of artists related to class studio languages and methods of using the computer to generate problems, through slides, lectures, critiques, videos, field images. The course explores alternative image making and trips to museums and galleries. (Spring odd years) problem solving using Macintosh computer programs as applied to the visual arts. Freehand, Photoshop, and other 2323 Fundamentals of Photography (0-3) Prerequisite: none. programs are used to generate images. The image as The introduction to the use of 35mm single lens reflex communication will be emphasized while introducing layout cameras. Visual and technical aspects of Photography and design. (Fall, Spring) emphasized. Extensive instruction on darkroom procedures culmination in the preparation of a student photographic 3340 Painting III Advanced Painting (0-6) Prerequisites: ART portfolio of photographs taken and printed during the class. 2310 or permission of instructor. required for BFA painting Lecture and lab 6 hours a week. (Fall, Spring as needed.) concentration, optional for BFA ceramic concentration, BA, and Art minor. An advanced study of aesthetic principles, 3310,3320 Life Drawing I and II (0-6) Prerequisite: ART 2300 or 2304 composition and color. Emphasis on conceptual or permission of instructor. ART 3310 required for BFA development with more individual choice of pictorial painting concentration, optional elective for BFA ceramic interpretation. Course includes study techniques and concentration, required for BA, optional for minor in Art. images of famous and regional painters through ART 3320 optional for BA. Drawing of the human figure in a slide/lectures, CD ROM’s, videos and field trips to museum variety of media. Problems in construction and composition and galleries. (Spring) of the figure, drawing from skeleton and live models. (Fall even years) 3360 Secondary School Art (0-6) Suggested prerequisite: ART 1300. Students will develop: insight into the appreciation of 3315 Ceramic Sculpture (0-6) Prerequisite: ART 1313 or historical and contemporary art; develop skills in selective art permission of instructor. Required for BFA ceramic media; become familiar child development in art and with art concentration, optional elective for BFA painting terminology; and learn how to motivate, guide, evaluate and concentration, optional advanced art elective for BA and Art exhibit 4-12 grade students’ art works. (Fall and as needed) minor. The use of clay as a sculptural media not associated with the “vessel” tradition. Contemporary use of clay to 3370 Elementary School Art (0-6) Suggested prerequisite: ART include a variety of firing, glazing and alternative finishing 1300. Students will develop: insight into the appreciation of techniques. Study of artists related to class studio problems, historical and contemporary art; develop skills in selective art through slides, lectures, critiques, videos, field trips to media; become familiar child development in art and with art museums and galleries. (Spring odd years) terminology; and learn how to motivate, guide, evaluate and exhibit EC – 4 grade students’ art works. (Fall and as 3321 Painting II; Still Life Painting (0-6) Prerequisites: ART 2310 needed) or permission of instructor. Required for BFA painting concentration, optional advanced elective for BFA ceramic
38 3390 Gallery Practices (3-0) Prerequisite: ART 1300 or 4388 Art Internship (3-0) Prerequisite: permission of instructor. permission of instructor. This course will explore art careers, Required BFA; optional advanced art elective for BA and Art especially in gallery and museum settings, as well as, minor. This course provides an opportunity for students to familiarize students with professional display of their art gain actual experience through on-the-job assignments in an work. Students will gain hands-on experience in hanging art related concern located in the community. (by shows, labeling, lighting, hosting, and publicizing exhibits at arrangement) McMurry University’s Amy Graves Ryan Fine Art Gallery and area galleries and museums. This is to be taken 4390 Professional Practices (3-0) Prerequisite: senior standing sophomore or junior year. (Fall, Spring) and permission of instructor. Required BFA, optional advanced art elective for BA and Art minor. This course 3391 Jewelry Design (0-6) Suggested prerequisite: ART 2321. prepares the senior art student for a professional exhibition Optional advanced art elective for BFA, BA, and Art minors. of his/her art work. It also prepares the student for job Optional art concentration area for BFA. The design and interviews, opening a private studio, applying to graduate construction of contemporary jewelry and study of historical school, and entering professional competitions. (by designs and usage. Processes include fabrication and arrangement) This is taken two semesters before casting. Emphasis placed on originality and craftsmanship. graduation. (Fall, Spring as needed) 4X95 Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisite: 4301 Watercolor (0-6) Prerequisite: ART 2310 or permission of permission of instructor. A study program arranged between instructor. Required BFA painting concentration, optional an advanced student and the instructor to provide intensive advanced art elective for BFA ceramic concentration, BA, study in a particular area of interest. The course includes a and Art minor. Techniques in wet and dry brush transparent definition of goals appropriate for the advanced student, watercolor, which involves compositions that are expressive ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequent as well as descriptive using still lifes, student sketches and consultation and a means of measuring progress. (by nature. Demonstrations will be given by the instructor, arrangement) guest artists and consideration for matting and framing of finished works will be discussed. (as needed) XX99 Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: permission of instructor. A course of study offered occasionally to groups 4302 Abstract/Non-Objective Painting (0-6) Prerequisite: ART of students to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet 2310 or permission of instructor. Optional BFA, BA or Art student demand, or to observe special departmental minor advanced elective. The student will be helped through curriculum, to meet student demand, or to observe special interpreting subject matter by a more free and spontaneous events. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (As approach in the medium of acrylic or oil and/or mixed media. needed) Artists will be studied who paint in this manner. (as needed)
4310 Landscape Painting (0-6) Prerequisite: ART 2310. Required BFA painting concentration, optional BFA advanced elective for ceramic concentration, BA and Art minor. Acquaint students with characteristics of form, texture, and color in outdoor lighting. Aerial perspective is stressed, as well as, applying the principles of composition to landscape. Many value sketches and paintings are produced on field trips, later to be developed into larger finished paintings in the studio. (Fall even years)
4313 Clay and Glaze Calculation and Kilnbuilding (0-6) Prerequisite: ART 1313. Required BFA ceramic concentration, optional advanced elective BFA painting concentration, BA and Art Minor. By the use of the limit formulae, triaxial blends, empirical formulae, etc. the students will learn to calculate glazes and clay bodies to achieve specific results. The student will become aware of the uses of the individual minerals that comprise a glaze, clay body and their function. By designing and constructing a kiln the student will gain a more thorough understanding of the firing processes. (as needed)
4314 Special Programs in Ceramics (0-6) Prerequisites: ART 1313, 2313, 2314, 3315, and 4313. Required for BFA ceramic concentration. After discussion with the instructor, the student will structure his/her own course to pursue a direction in ceramic arts that will develop a personal style in clay. (by arrangement)
4320 Portrait Painting (0-6) Prerequisite: ART 2310 and 3310. Required BFA painting concentration, optional advanced art elective BFA ceramic concentration, BA, or Art minor. Understanding construction of the human head, to see in large volumes and relationships, and to utilize this ability in making paintings. Students are encouraged to try various painting media. The students work directly from a model in the studio. Students are taught to achieve a good likeness and to construct a well composed painting. (Fall odd years)
39
BACHELOR OF ARTS STUDIO ART
A MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN STUDIO ART REQUIREMENTS
FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 Required for first-time, fulltime Freshmen STUDIO ART HOURS COMPLETED ACAD 1100 UNIVERSITY CORE ART 1300 3 CORE 1300 3 ART 1310 3 CORE 2300 3 ART 1313 3 CORE 3300 3 ART 2300 3 ART 2301 3 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION ART 2302 3 ENG 1310 3 ART 2310 3 ENG 1320, 3 ART 2321 3 COMM 1310 3 Select 3 hrs form 3 HEALTH FITNESS 2 ART 2304, 3310 H F 1210
RELIGION 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 3 hours from ART 3322, 3323 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 Select 9 hrs from 9 FINE ARTS advanced ART electives Select 3 hrs from 3 ART 1300,1310, 1313, 2310, THRE 1330, 2330, FA 2310, M LH 2301, 2350 FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college SCIENCE (8 hours) level, or demonstration of proficiency by taking a CLEP exam Select 4 hrs from 4 or a foreign language proficiency exam. BIOL 1401, 2401, GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420. Select 4 hrs from 4 CHEM 1400, 1410, PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410. MINOR IN ART MATH (Not available for Studio Art or Graphic Design majors) Select 3 hrs from 3 COURSE HOURS COMPLETED MATH 1311 or higher HUMANITIES (8-9 hours) ART 1300 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 ART 1310 3 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322 ART 1313 3 Select 5-6 hrs from 5-6 ART 2310 3 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, Select 3 hrs from 3 SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, ART 2300, 2304 ANY PHIL course, REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, Select 6 hrs from 6 SLD1210 Advanced ART Electives
SOCIAL SCIENCE (9 hours) Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310,2320. Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC2310, 2320 TEACHING CERTIFICATION IN ART: Select 3 hours from 3 Art: Grades All Levels ECON 2310, 2320, Please consult the offerings for the Department of Curriculum HIST 1310, 1320, & Instruction for course requirements. PSC 2310, 2320, 2320, PSYC 1340, 2360, SOC 2300, 3320
40 BACHELOR OF ARTS GRAPHIC DESIGN
A MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN GRAPHIC DESIGN REQUIREMENTS FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 GRAPHIC DESIGN HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fulltime Freshmen ACAD 1100 ART 1300 3 ART 1310 3 UNIVERSITY CORE ART 2300 3 CORE 1300 3 ART 2301 3 CORE 2300 3 ART 2302 3 CORE 3300 3 ART 2310 3 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION ART 2321 3 ENG 1310 3 ART 3330 3 ENG 1320, 3 ART 4388 3 COMM 1310 3 HEALTH FITNESS 2 Select 3 hrs from 3 H F 1210 ART 2304, 3310
RELIGION 3 Select 3 hours from Select 3 hrs from 3 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 ART3322, 3323
FINE ARTS Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 15 hrs from 15 ART 1300,1310, 1313, 2310, Advanced Computer Graphics THRE 1330, 2330, FA 2310, M LH 2301, 2350 SCIENCE (8 hours) Select 4 hrs from 4 FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: BIOL 1401, 2401, This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420. level, or demonstration of proficiency by taking a CLEP exam Choose 4 hrs from 4 or a foreign language proficiency exam. CHEM 1400, 1410, PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410.
MATH Select 3 hrs from 3 MATH 1311 or higher HUMANITIES (8-9 hours) Select 3 hrs from 3 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322 Select 5-6 hrs from 5-6 MINOR IN ART ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, (Not available for Studio Art or Graphic Design majors) SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, ANY PHIL course, COURSE HOURS COMPLETED REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, ART 1300 3 SLD1210 ART 1310 3 ART 1313 3 SOCIAL SCIENCE (9 hours) ART 2310 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310,2320. ART 2300, 2304 Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC2310, 2320 Select 6 hrs from 6 Select 3 hours from 3 Advanced ART Electives ECON 2310, 2320, HIST 1310, 1320, PSC 2310, 2320, 2320, PSYC 1340, 2360, SOC 2300, 3320
41 BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS STUDIO ART
A MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS DEGREE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN STUDIO ART REQUIREMENTS
FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 BFA CORE HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fullt ime Fresh- REQUIREMENTS men Select 39 hrs from ACAD 1100 ART 1300 3 UNIVERSITY CORE ART 1310 3 CORE 1300 3 ART 1313 3 CORE 2300 3 ART 2300 3 CORE 3300 3 ART 2301 3 ART 2302 3 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION ART 2304 3 ENG 1310 3 ART 2310 3 ENG 1320 3 ART 2321 3 COMM 1310 3 ART 3390 3 ART 3330 3 HEALTH FITNESS 2 ART 4388 3 H F 1210 ART 4390 3 RELIGION Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 ART 3322, 3323 (students planning on attending FINE ARTS grad school need both courses) Select 3 hrs from 3 THRE1330, 2330, FA 2310, CHOOSE ONE CONCENTRATION FROM THE NEXT PAGE M LH2301, 2350 SCIENCE (7-8 hours) Select 4 hrs from BIOL1401, 1405, 2401, 4 CHEM1400, 1410, FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: GEOS1405, 1410, 2420, This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college PHYS1400, 1401, 1410 level, or demonstration of proficiency by taking a CLEP exam Select 3-4 hrs from Lab Science, CIS, 3-4 or a foreign language proficiency exam. CSC, MMA MATH 3-4 Select 3-4 hrs from MATH1311 or higher TEACHING CERTIFICATION IN ART: ART: Grade All Levels HUMANITIES (8-9 hours) Please consult the offerings for the Department of Curriculum Select 3 hrs from 3 & Instruction for course requirements. ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309. Select 5-6 hrs from 5-6 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, SPAN4311, 4312, 4313, ANY PHIL course, REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, All BFA students will have a senior art exhibition. 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, SLD1210
SOCIAL SCIENCE (9 hours) Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST1310, 1320, 2310,2320. Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC2310, 2320 Select 3 hrs from 3 ECON2310, 2320, HIST1310, 1320, 2310, 2320 PSC2310, 2320, 2320, PSYC1340, 2360, SOC 2300, 3320.
42 BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS IN STUDIO ART CONCENTRATIONS
ALL LEVEL AR T EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED PAINTING HOURS COMPLETED
ART 3360 3 ART 3310 3 ART 3370 3 Select 15 hrs from 15 ART 3391 3 Advanced Painting courses Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 6 hrs from 6 ART 3322 or 3323 Advanced Art Electives Select 12 hrs from 12 Studio Art courses (9 hrs must be advanced*)
Curriculum and Instruction 3 C I 2310 3 READ 3342 CERAMICS HOURS COMPLETED READ 3342 The following courses require admission to the Teacher’s Educa- 3 Select 18 hrs from 18 tion Program. 4 Ceramic courses C I 3301 3 (9 hrs must be advanced) C I 3302 3 C I 4402 6 Select 6 hrs from 6 C I 4304 Advanced Art Electives 6 hours Student Teaching
*Students are advised to take photography and jewelry design
STUDIO ART HOURS COMPLETED GRAPHIC DESIGN HOURS COMPLETED
Select 24 hrs from 24 Select 15 hrs from Studio Art courses Advanced Computer Graphics 15 (15 hrs must be advanced) courses Select 9 hrs from 9 *may combine courses in ceram- Advanced Art Electives* ics, painting, drawing, computer graphics, sculpture, photography, * Photography is recommended jewelry design, and printmaking. for Graphic Design concentra- tion.
43 DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY field, but may be taken in addition to the minimum requirements. Required for nursing major, athletic trainer
program, and some allied health programs. Will count for Professor Benoit, Chairperson General Education requirement in Science and Math Professors Beasley,Wilson category. A study of cells, tissues, and cellular processes of Assistant Professor Brant, Farrell, Saghatelyan the human body, as well as the structure and function of the
integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine Mission and Goals: systems. Laboratory emphasis on skeletal and muscular The Department of Biology believes its mission to be: systems. (Fall) 1. To provide the opportunity and to stimulate the development
of an integrated understanding and appreciation for the 2402 Anatomy and Physiology II (3-3) Prerequisite: None. Will forms and processes of life at all levels of complexity. The not count toward biology major, minor or teaching field, but Department will offer variety in its curriculum, attempt to may be taken in addition to the minimum requirements. maintain a current and varied selection of library holdings, Required of nursing majors and some allied health and offer student opportunities such as organizations and programs. A study of the structure and function of the speakers. digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, urinary, and 2. To provide the foundation and to facilitate the development reproductive systems of the human body. (Spring) of the intellectual skills needed for life-long learning. The
Department will utilize a curriculum of traditional courses and 3350 Cell Biology (3-0) Prerequisites: 8 hours of BIOL, CHEM independent studies, incorporating contemporary topics 1410, 1420. Designed for Biology majors, minors, and whenever possible and exploring new methods of teaching fields. A study of biology at the cellular level. This instruction. Emphasis will be placed upon quantitative, course is concerned with the anatomy and physiology of analytical, and verbal communication skills. eukaryotic cells of both plants and animals. Topics to be 3. To provide an environment which encourages discovery- covered include cellular organization and the processes based learning as well as traditional methods of instruction in involved in membrane support, energy conservation, gene a stimulating physical and intellectual setting. The faculty will expression, macromolecular processing, the cell cycle, and continue to be current in its knowledge base and pursue cell signaling. (Fall) intellectual development with teaching being the first priority.
The physical facilities and biological technology will also be 3360 Comparative Animal Behavior (3-0) Prerequisites: BIOL current and conductive to learning. Undergraduate research 1401 and PSYC 1340. Cross-listed as PSYC 3360. will be made available to all interested students. Designed for Biology majors, minors, and teaching fields, as
well as Psychology majors and minors. A comparative Special Programs and Opportunities: study of the developmental, ecological, and social factors Pi Beta Chapter of Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society. The that influence behavior in animals. Similarities and purposes of this organization are to promote scholarship, biological differences between human and other animal behaviors will research, and dissemination of scientific knowledge. also be discussed. (Fall even years)
Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors 3403 Introduction to Microbiology (3-0) Prerequisites: One Program under the Special Program section earlier in the catalog. semester of college science or permission of the instructor.
Intended for students in allied health, teaching fields, and Departmental Awards. Each spring, awards are presented to the other non-majors. Credit will not count as part of a biology outstanding freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior Biology major. major or minor. A survey of microorganisms with emphasis
on their roles in human health and disease including Travel courses in Biology. The Department attempts to offer a travel taxonomy, modes of transmission, pathogenesis, and course (BIOL 4340) or travel opportunity each year. chemotherapy. Laboratory topics focus on sampling, safe
handling, microscopic examination, culturing, sensitivity Undergraduate Research. Biology majors are encouraged to testing, and methods for controlling microbial contamination. participate in research during their senior year. Summer research is (Spring) also encouraged either at McMurry or other institutions.
3410 Microbiology (3-3) Prerequisites: BIOL 1401 or 2401, CHEM Requirements for Degree in Biology follows course descriptions. 1410, 1420. Designed for majors and minors. An
introduction to morphology, physiology, growth, cultural Course Descriptions (BIOL) characteristics, control of bacteria, and also immunology and
microbial genetics. (Fall, Spring) 1401 Principles of Biology (3-3) Prerequisites: none. Designed as
a course for general education credit as well as the 3430 Human Physiology (3-3) Prerequisites: BIOL 1403, 3440. introductory course for majors, minors, and teaching fields. Designed for majors, minors, and teaching fields. A study of An introduction to the fundamental principles and processes selected organ systems of the human. Laboratory exercises of life. (Fall, Spring) focus on the human. (Spring)
1402 Botany (3-3) Prerequisite: BIOL 1401. A required course 3440 Comparative Anatomy (3-3). Prerequisite: BIOL 1401,1403. for BIOL majors, minors, and teaching fields, optional for BS Designed for majors, minors, and teaching fields. A in Natural Science. A phylogenetic approach to the plant comparative study of the anatomy and phylogeny of the kingdom emphasizing plant forms, life cycles, and anatomy. vertebrate organ systems. (Fall) (Fall)
3450 Plant Physiology (3-3) Prerequisites: BIOL 1401, 1402, 1403 Zoology (3-3) Prerequisite: BIOL 1401. A required course CHEM 1410, 1420. Designed for majors, minors, and for BIOL majors, minors, and teaching fields, optional for BS teaching fields. A study of the physiology of plants, in Natural Science. A survey of the animal kingdom with including growth and development, water relations, mineral emphasis on taxonomy, anatomy, and ecology of the nutrition, photosynthesis, photo-periodism, tropisms, invertebrates. (Spring) hormone control, general metabolism, rhythmic processes,
techniques and equipment used in physiological research, 2401 Anatomy and Physiology I (3-3) Prerequisites: none. Credit and a survey of current literature. (Spring even years) will not count as part of a biology major, minor, or teaching
44 3460 Genetics (3-3) Prerequisite: BIOL 1401. Designed for XX99 Special Topics. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. majors, minors, and teaching fields. A study of genes and Designed for majors. A course of study offered occasionally their action. This course incorporates both classical to groups of students to broaden department curriculum, to Mendelian and molecular genetics. (Fall) meet student demand, or to observe special events. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (as needed 4301 Introduction to Research (3-0) Prerequisite: senior classification, completion of all required biology courses or 4X96 Biology Honors Tutorial. Prerequisite: permission of approval by department chair. Research on a biological instructor. Designed for Biology Honors participants. This topic that can involve formulation of hypotheses, collection course provides opportunities for investigations related to an and analyses of data, and discussion of results. Students upper level biology course (with current enrollment) or as a will also learn different styles of scientific writing, analyze separate independent study. This course may be repeated. scientific literature, and learn how to prepare oral and written (as needed) presentations. This is the capstone course for Biology. (Spring) 4X97 Biology Honors Research. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Designed for Biology Honors participants. This 4310 Immunology (3-0) Prerequisite: BIOL 3410. Designed for course provides an opportunity to pursue a research topic majors, minors, and teaching fields. A study of the basic under the direction of a biology faculty member, resulting in principles of resistance to disease by cellular and humeral a final presentation to an appropriate audience. (as needed) mechanisms of immunity. Included are antigen-antibody interactions, transplantation immunity, hypersensitivity, immunologic techniques, and relationship of disease to the immune response. (as needed)
4311 Embryology (3-0) Prerequisites: BIOL 1401 and 1403, BIOL 3440 recommended. Designed for majors, minors, and teaching fields. A study of embryological development in animals with emphasis on the vertebrates. Gamete production through organ development is included. (as needed)
4330 Advanced Botany (3-0) Prerequisite: BIOL 1402. Designed for majors, minors, and teaching fields. A study of major botanical fields with an emphasis on flowering plants. Topics included are plant taxonomy, plant anatomy, growth and development, evolution, and economic botany. This course is taught as a combination lecture and laboratory course. (Spring odd years)
4340 Biology Field Studies. Prerequisites: 8 hours of BIOL and permission of instructor. Designed for majors, minors, and teaching fields. A study of the flora, fauna, landforms, and ecology of selected sites primarily in the southwest and Mexico. Classroom studies and an extended field trip offers opportunities to view plants and wildlife in natural settings. (as needed)
4350 Molecular Biology (3-0) Prerequisites: BIOL 3350 plus 8 hrs from BIOL 3410, 3430 3450, 3460, and CHEM 3410, 3420. Designed for majors, minors, and teaching fields. A study of biology at the molecular level. Special emphasis is placed on molecular events in such processes as gene expression, energy conservation, organelle biosynthesis, growth and division, cell signaling, and the development of multicellular organisms. (Spring even years)
4430 Ecology (3-3) Prerequisites: BIOL 1401, 1402, 1403. Cross- listed as ENVR 4430. Designed for majors, minors and teaching fields in Biology and majors in Environmental Science. Qualitative and quantitative studies of the interrelationships existing between plants and animals and their environments. Laboratory work involves field collections, data analyses, and studies of plants and animals in different ecosystems. Field trip required. (Spring)
4X95 Independent Studies. Prerequisites: permission of instructor. Designed for majors. A study program or research arranged between an advanced student and an instructor to provide intensive study or investigation in a particular area of interest. The course includes a definition of goals appropriate for the student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule of frequent consultation, and means of measuring progress. (as needed)
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE BIOLOGY
A MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN BIOLOGY All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN BIOLOGY REQUIREMENTS FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 BIOLOGY HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fulltime Fresh- men BIOL 1401 4 ACAD 1100 BIOL 1402 4 UNIVERSITY CORE BIOL 1403 4 CORE1300 3 BIOL 3440 4 CORE 2300 3 BIOL 3350 3 CORE 3300 3 BIOL 3460 4 BIOL 4301 3 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION ENG 1310 3 Select 9 hrs from 9 ENG 1320 3 Advanced BIOL Electives COMM1310 3 Supporting courses HEALTH FITNESS 2 H F 1210, 1200 CHEM 1410 4 CHEM 1420 4 RELIGION CHEM 3410 4 Select 3 hrs from 3 CHEM 3420 4 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 PHYS 1410 4 FINE ARTS PHYS 1420 4 Select 3 hrs from 3 ART 1300, 1310, 1313, 2310, MATH 2421 4 THRE1330, 2330, FA 2310, MLH2301, 2350 SCIENCE Select 4 hrs from 4 FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: BIOL1401, 2401, 8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless GEOS1405, 1410, 2420. two years of a single foreign language were completed in high Select 4 hrs from 4 school or the student graduated from high school prior to CHEM1400, 1405, 1410, 1993. PHYS1400, 1401, 1410
MATH Select 3-4 hrs from 3-4 MATH 2421, 3351 COMPUTER SCIENCE Select 3 hrs from 3 CSC 1315, 1325, 1330, 2370, 3320, 3330 MINOR IN BIOLOGY (Not available for Biology majors) HUMANITIES Select 8-9 hrs from 8-9 COURSE HOURS COMPLETED ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, BIOL 1401 4 ANY PHIL course, BIOL 1402 4 REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, BIOL 1403 4 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, SLD1210 Select 8 hrs from 8 Advanced Biology Electives SOCIAL SCIENCE Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320. Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC 2310, 2320 Select 3 hrs from 3 ECON 2310, 2320, HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320 PSC 2310, 2320, PSYC 1340, 2360, SOC 2300, 3320
46 SCHOOL OF BUSINESS In all concentration areas in the Bachelor of Business Administration degree program, a minimum of three hours of mathematics, with a
grade of “C” or better is required. CIS students must take Math 2315 to Associate Professor Long, Dean meet this requirement. Other students may meet this requirement by Professor Lapoint, completing Math 1311, or any other three hours of course work in the Associate Professors, Kuzma, Richardson Department of Mathematics approved by the Dean of the School of Assistant Professors Cornelius, Liprie-Spence Business. The student is urged to fulfill this requirement as early in the Instructor Starbuck first two years of study as possible.
McMurry University School of Business Mission Statement NOTE: Prior to enrollment in any 4000 level course offered in the
School of Business, the student must have completed all 1000, The mission of the School of Business at McMurry University is to 2000, and 3000 level courses listed in the Business Common create a framework for intellectual pursuit in the area of business within Course Requirement above. Course prerequisites may be waived a liberal arts and Christian environment through a continuing by permission of the Instructor and the Dean of the School of commitment to academic quality moral integrity, and innovative Business. student-centered education. The School of Business challenges students to develop a foundation for life-long learning enabling them to RECOMMENDED ELECTIVES FROM THE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS adapt in a rapidly changing world. Students with majors and minors outside the School of Business may
wish to take business area courses as electives. The following The aim of all instruction in the School of Business is to develop strong courses are of general interest and have no prerequisites: ACCT 2310, intellectual, academic, and professional qualities in students. It is B A 1310, 3350, 3370, 4370, 4385, ECON 2310, 2320, FIN 3330, recognized that the techniques and routine details of particular MGMT 3310, MKTG 3370. business activities must be acquired through actual experience. The faculty is concerned with giving the students sound training in Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) SIFE is an organization aimed at fundamental business courses so that they will be prepared for the teaching others about the free enterprise system. The SIFE team business world or the teaching of business subjects. organizes activities in the community and on campus to promote and
teach others about the free enterprise system. SIFE also provides The School of Business offers course leading to the Bachelor of excellent networking opportunities for future careers. SIFE is open to Business Administration degree and the Bachelor of Science in all students with no charge for membership. Accounting degree. The student who is a candidate for the Bachelor of
Business Administration degree may concentrate his/her work in one SCHOOL OF BUSINESS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM of the following eight areas: Accounting, Computer Information Accounting 4X88 Accounting Internship Systems, Finance, General Business, Management, Marketing, and CIS 4X88 Computer Information Systems Internship Multimedia Applications. No minor is required of the candidate for the Finance 4X88 Finance Internship Bachelor of Administration degree or the Bachelor of Science in Management 4X88 Management Internship Accounting degree. The Bachelor of Science in Multi disciplinary Marketing 4X88 Marketing Internship Studies degree with teaching field in Business Education is also offered, in cooperation with the School of Education. A Bachelor of INTERNSHIP 4x88 (variable credit) Science program in chemistry with a business specialization is offered A pre-approved and supervised work experience designed to for students interested in sales or management work in the chemical supplement academic training. Credit may be granted for one, two, or industry. This program is outlined in the chemistry courses of study. three semester hours. Interested students should discuss this course
with the School of Business Intern Director. (Spring, Fall) For the Bachelor of Business Administration degree, the student must complete the following: To enroll in the Internship Program the student must be in good 1. The University Core Curriculum. academic standing with the university and have completed 90 hours 2. General Education Requirements. (To include a minimum of toward their undergraduate degree. Some positions may require three hours of mathematics with a grade of “C” or better, and specific skills and may require completion of certain courses. It should English 1310 and 1320 with a grade of “C” or better.) be noted that individual employers may have their own explicit 3. The Business Common Course Requirement. (No grade of requirements such as minimum GPA which is above what is required less than “C” is acceptable in the business common course by the university, specific course work completed, and/or a requirements.) classification of senior. 4. An area of concentration within the business field. (No
grade of less than “C” is acceptable in the area of Academic credit is given for the internship plan of study through concentration. No course may be counted in both the area courses numbered 4X88 where X equals the number of credit hours of concentration and the Business Common Course taken (1, 2, or 3). The student will work with the Director of Business Requirement.) Internships in completing a learning contract that documents the plan 5. Sufficient hours of electives to meet all University of study for each individual student. Once enrolled in a 4X88 course in requirements. the appropriate concentration the student is required to work
approximately 120-150 hours to receive 3 credit hours, 90-120 for two In addition to the BBA the student may choose an honors curriculum. credit hours, and 60-90 for one credit hour. Honors tutorials will be offered as one hour courses to supplement certain courses in the School of Business. Applications are available through the offices of Career Services, the
School of Business, or the Director of Business Internships. The An individually motivated project and presentation will be required of completed application should be delivered to the Director of Business honors students during the senior year. The student will submit a Internships. written proposal to the Honors Committee after obtaining the signatures of his/her two faculty honors advisors. This proposal should HONORS include a statement of purpose, an hypothesis, and an outline of ACCT 3196* HONORS TUTORIAL (1-0) research methodology and decision criteria, if any. This course will An in-depth study related to an upper-level accounting course (with follow all other business honors hours taken. If a student wishes to concurrent enrollment or after successful completion) or as a separate enter the School of Business honors curriculum as a junior and has no independent study that goes beyond the scope of basic introductory previous honors hours, the student may elect to enroll in a senior accounting courses. project course for up to three hours credit if all of his/her other honors hours are taken in Business honors courses.
47 MGMT 3196* Honors Tutorial (1-0) 3311 Intermediate Accounting I (3-0) Prerequisite: ACCT 2320. A study of the underlying research and case studies from which The development of accounting theory with emphasis given management principles stem. This honors tutorial investigates to generally accepted accounting principles as applied to the examples of classic research which have guided the development of balance sheet, the income and retained earnings management thinking and practices in contemporary organizations. To statements, the recording process, current assets, current be taken after successful completion of, or concurrently with, MGMT liabilities, and long-term investments. (Fall) 3310. 3312 Intermediate Accounting II (3-0) Prerequisite: ACCT 3311. MKTG 3196* Honors Tutorial (1-0) A continuation of accounting theory as applied to plant and An in-depth study of product management decisions, going beyond the equipment, intangible assets, long-term liabilities, capital basic marketing principles. The student would, in effect, learn how to stock, retained earnings, and statement analysis. (Spring) manage the marketing mix for one product, from development through the life cycle. To be taken after successful completion of, or 3330 Cost Accounting (3-0) Prerequisite: ACCT 2320. concurrently with, MKTG 3370. Applications of concepts of cost and managerial accounting in providing cost data for planning and controlling routine FIN 3196* Honors Tutorial (1-0) manufacturing, productive and supporting operations, The An in-depth continuation of the concepts of finance theory and the course emphasizes the relevance of cost concepts to analytical methods used in evaluation and decision making at the modern decision tools. (Spring) administration level. To be taken after successful completion of, or concurrently with, FIN 3340. 3370 Introduction To Taxation (3-0) Prerequisite: ACCT 2320. An introduction to the taxation of individuals and fundamental BA 4196* Honors Business Policy Tutorial (1-0) tax provisions applicable to all taxable entities. These An in-depth concentration of the fundamental elements of strategic provisions include gain and loss recognition basis, capital management from an administrative point of view. Students will be gains, and business expenses. (Fall) prepared analytically and strategically to solve problems in a “real world” business setting. To be taken following successful completion 4360 Advanced Topics In Taxation (3-0) Prerequisite: ACCT of an honors core in business administration as following or taken 3370. Advanced phases of taxation to include; fiduciary, concurrently with B A 4390. partnership and corporate problems. Also covers estate and gift taxation and the fundamentals of tax research methods. BA 4X97* Senior Honors Project (variable credit) (Spring even years) Designed for the senior honors student in Business Administration. The student will design, execute and present orally and in writing a 4370 Advanced Accounting I (3-0) Prerequisite: ACCT 3312. research project which explores an issue or concept in business. This Accounting theory project will be approved, in proposal form and upon completion, by the as applied to partnerships, bankruptcy and not-for-profit Business Administration Honors Committee. Guidance during the entities. (Fall) project will be provided by at least 2 members of the full-time Business Administration faculty. 4371 Advanced Accounting II (3-0) Prerequisite: ACCT 3312. Accounting theory as applied to combined corporate entities. Requirements for Bachelor of Business Administration Degrees (Spring) follow the course descriptions. 4390 Auditing Theory And Practice (3-0) Prerequisite: ACCT ACCOUNTING (ACCT) 3312, B A 3370, ACCT 3303. Procedure in proper conduct 2310 Principles Of Accounting I (3-0) Prerequisite: None. An of an audit. Practice in solving problems which arise in introduction to accounting as a device for reporting business carrying out an auditing program. Some attention to other activity. The underlying principles of accounting are studied phases of the work of a public accountant. (Fall) in addition to the construction and interpretation of financial statements as they apply to sole proprietorships and 4X95 Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisites: Senior partnerships. (Spring, Fall) standing and consent of the Dean. A study program arranged between an advanced student and an instructor to 2320 Principles Of Accounting II (3-0) Prerequisite: ACCT 2310. provide intensive study in a particular area of interest. The Continuation of Accounting 2310. Emphasis on corporations course includes a definition of goals appropriate for the and the study of accounting for debt and equity financing of advanced student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule a business as well as an introduction to the principles of cost for frequent consultation, and means of measuring progress. accounting and the utilization of accounting information in (by arrangement) business management discussion. (Spring, Fall) XX99 Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permission of 3303 Accounting Systems (3-0) Prerequisite: ACCT 2320. A instructor. A course of study offered occasionally to groups study of information systems and of their role in the of students to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet performance of the accounting function in business student demand, or to observe special events. May be organizations; patterns of flow of accounting data and repeated for credit when topics vary. information in business; the principle of internal control; the use of computers in accounting information. (Spring) BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BA) 1310 Introduction To Business (3-0) Prerequisite: None. Survey 3305 Managerial Accounting (3-0) Prerequisite: ACCT 2320. of the functional area of business with special emphasis on The managerial uses of accounting data; analysis and the role of business in society, business careers and interpretation of accounting reports; cost control, and techniques of analysis used in business. (Fall, Spring) methods of measuring performance. (Fall) 3350 Entrepreneurship (3-0) Prerequisite: None. The planning 3307 Fund Accounting (3-0) Prerequisite: ACCT 2320. and operation of a small business enterprise. It will include The application of accounting principles to the requirements site location, financial aspects of starting a business, of non-profit organizations including governmental units, sources of information and aid for the entrepreneur, common estates, trusts, and institutions. A presentation of fund management problems, and practical methods of controlling accounting with analysis of budgets and reports. expenses and building volume. Also cross-listed as MGMT (Spring even years) 3350. (Spring)
48 3370 Business Statistics (3-0) Prerequisite: MATH 1311. 3333 Networked Data Systems (3-0) Concentration on the Descriptive statistical measures, probability distributions, Hardware, Software and Services needed to operate a sampling, inference, chi-square and non-parametric modern office network. Topics include Network Architecture, methods, regression and correlation, and time series and Internet and LAN design, Data-link and Physical Layer analysis. (Spring, Fall) structures, Security and Monitoring issues. Students will configure and administer several current network operating 3371 Decision Sciences for Business (3-0) systems options. Prerequisite: B A 3370. Survey and analysis of major mathematics and statistical techniques useful in modern 3380 Management Information Systems (3-0) Prerequisite: C SC business. (Spring) 1315 or equivalent. This course provides a critical examination into how information systems are managed by 4370, 4380 Business Law I And II (3-0) Prerequisite: Junior or Senior organizations. Emphasis is on planning and decision standing or consent of the instructor. Historical development making needs, systems development, and support for of law, court procedure, torts, contracts, agency , management levels. Topics include: management theory, partnerships, corporations, property, sales, commercial systems options, software support, decision support systems paper, Uniform Commercial Code and legal environment of and case studies in MIS tasking. (Fall, Spring) business. (4370-Fall, 4380-Spring) 4350 Information Systems Analysis and Design (3-0) 4385 Ethics in Business And Society (3-0) Prerequisite: Junior or Prerequisites: CIS 3311 This course presents classical and Senior standing or consent of the instructor. To provide object oriented techniques for analysis and design of new or students with an opportunity to explore the issues of improved information systems in the context of the Systems integrity, moral reasoning, independence and objectivity as Development Life Cycle. Case studies and projects for they apply to legal and social issues that impact strategic automation in industry, to include hardware and software decision making for institutions and organizations. (Fall, selection and implementation, are part of the course. This is Spring) the capstone course for CIS. (Spring)
4390 Business Policy (3-0) Prerequisites: MGMT 3310, MKTG 4X95 Independent Studies ** 3370, ACCT 2320, ECON 2320, FIN 3340, and B A 3370 or consent of the instructor. This course integrates the XX99 Special Topics** functional areas of business from the management point of **See Computer Science Listings view. Emphasis on the role of management in formulation of strategy and long range planning. This is the capstone ECONOMICS (ECON) course for Business. (Fall, Spring) 2310 Principles Of Macroeconomics (3-0) Prerequisite: None. Designed to partially fulfill the Business Common Course 4X95 Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisite: Senior Requirement for the BBA. and the General Education standing and consent of the Dean. A study program Requirement for Social Science. Economic principles that arranged between an advanced student and an instructor to focus on the level and distribution of national income, full provide intensive study in a particular area of interest. The employment and price stability, money and banking, course includes a definition of goals appropriate for the monetary and fiscal policy, and economic growth. Various advanced student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule macroeconomic models are analyzed. (Fall, Spring) for frequent consultation, and means of measuring progress. (by arrangement) 2320 Principles Of Microeconomics (3-0) Prerequisite: None. Designed to partially fulfill the Business Common Course XX99 Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permission of Requirement for the BBA. and the General Education instructor. A course of study offered occasionally to groups Requirement for Social Science. Economic principles that of students to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet focus on households, business firms, industries and student demand, or to observe special events. May be international trades. Includes demand, supply, costs of repeated for credit when topics vary. (by arrangement) production, and the market structures of pure competition, oligopoly, monopolistic competition and monopoly. (Fall, COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS (CIS) Spring) 2350 Business Data Processing (3-0) Prerequisite: CSC 1325. This course introduces students to the use of computers for FINANCE (FIN) solving problems and needs of data processing in business. 3330 Personal Finance (3-0) Prerequisite: None. Study of High-level languages will be used to implement solutions to personal finance principles and concepts with major data processing problems. (Fall) emphasis on financial planning, budgeting, cash management, credit management, taxes, major 3311 Database Management Systems (3-0) Prerequisites: CIS expenditures, income and asset protection, and investment 2350 or CSC 2325. This course is designed to give the planning. (May not be used to meet degree requirements in student an introduction to database theory, especially the the finance concentration.) (Spring) differences in database systems and how to use a relational database. After this foundation of information, the student 3340 Business Finance (3-0) Prerequisites: ACCT 2320, ECON will learn to apply programming techniques for database 2310, 2320 and B A 3370. Acquisition and use of funds by programming using a relational database system. (Fall) business firms with emphasis on techniques of analysis for decision making. (Fall, Spring) 3320 Internet Programming (3-0) Prerequisites: C SC 1325 and either C SC1330 or CIS 2350. The course will cover 3350 Money And Banking (3-0) Prerequisite: FIN 3340. learning to program applications for use on the internet. Functions and policies of the American monetary and Students will be exposed to examples of current techniques banking system in the United States; Federal Reserve Bank; including client side programming with advanced HTML and bank credit policy; monetary theories and policies. (Spring) JavaScript and server side programming integrating scripting 3360 Public Finance (3-0) Prerequisite: FIN 3340. Fundamentals language/applications and databases. (Fall) of government expenditures, taxation, borrowing, and public
choice and the effects of fiscal policy on the level of
economic activity. (Spring)
49 3371 Decision Sciences for Business (3-0) 4310 Managing For Quality (3-0) Prerequisites: MGMT 3310 and Prerequisite: B A 3370. Survey and analysis of major B A 3370 or equivalent statistics course. Required for mathematics and statistical techniques useful in modern students concentrating in management. An in-depth study of business. (Spring) the major managerial philosophies and techniques of quality with a special emphasis on continuous improvement 4310 Investments (3-0) Prerequisite: B A 3370 and FIN 3340. systems (TQM, CQI) Specific topics include quality design Introductory course concerned with theory and practice of and implementation in manufacturing, government, service U.S. securities markets; characteristics and valuation of and academic organizations, economics of quality, human stocks, bonds, options and various other investments. resource management for quality and the technical system (Spring) including inspection and measurement, reliability and statistical process control. (Spring) 4320 Advanced Seminar In Finance (3-0) Prerequisite: FIN 3340. A continuation of Business Finance that employs the tools, 4330 Organizational Behavior / Interpersonal Relations (3-0) techniques, concepts and theories mastered in previous Prerequisites: MGMT 3310 or approval of instructor. courses. Cases will be analyzed by the student who will Required course in the management concentration. The determine the best method of finding and allocating capital study of individuals, groups, and organizations in the work for the firm. (Fall) environment, to include the structure, processes, and effects of each upon each other. Also, interpersonal relationships, 4340 International Financial Markets (3-0) Prerequisite: FIN emphasizing individual and group behavior and 3340. This course will stress the fact that we live in an communication in the business setting, with further emphasis increasingly integrated world market, and will encourage the upon identifying and classifying individual behavior and student to be familiar with the international dimension of personal styles of behavior are examined. Strategies for business, both its substance and its subtleties. It will provide managing interpersonal relationships will be discussed and the student with a working knowledge of Eurodollars, developed. (Fall) Eurobonds, and interest rate swaps and their use. The course will include international hedging tactics and 4370 Marketing Management (3-0) Prerequisites: MGMT 3310, derivative securities. (Fall) MKTG 3370 or consent of instructor. Advanced elective for the management concentration. Study of the managerial 4X95 Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisite: Senior direction and control of activities necessary to insure standing and consent of the Dean. A study program satisfaction of consumer needs. Consideration given to the arranged between an advanced student and an instructor to relationships of the functions of marketing management in provide intensive study in a particular area of interest. The the creation of a formal organization structure. Also cross- course includes a definition of goals appropriate for the listed as MKTG 4370. (Fall) advanced student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and means of measuring progress. 4X95 Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisite: Senior (by arrangement) standing and consent of the Dean. A study program arranged between an advanced student and an instructor to XX99 Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permission of provide intensive study in a particular area of interest. The Instructor. A course study offered occasionally to groups of course includes a definition of goals appropriate for the students to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet advanced student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule student demand, or to observe special events. May be for frequent consultation, and means of measuring progress. repeated for credit when topics vary. (by arrangement) (by arrangement)
MANAGEMENT (MGMT) XX99 Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permission of 3310 Principles Of Management (3-0) Prerequisite: None. First Instructor. A course of study offered occasionally to groups course for students concentrating in management. Study of of students to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet management principles applicable to various legal forms of student demand, or to observe special events. May be organizations. Attention is given to the decision-making repeated for credit when topics vary. (by Arrangement) process, planning, organizing, leadership, motivation and the control process. (Fall, Spring) MARKETING (MKTG) 3370 Principles Of Marketing (3-0) Prerequisites: None. 3350 Entrepreneurship (3-0) Advanced elective for the Required of Business majors and minors. Social and management concentration. The planning and operation of a economic aspects of the principles and the methods small business enterprise. This course will include site underlying the distribution of commodities: the functions location, financial aspects of starting a business, sources of performed by the institutions and the organizations which information and aid for the entrepreneur, common move goods from the producer to the consumer. (Fall, management problems, and practical methods of controlling Spring) expenses and building volume. Also cross-listed as BA 3350. (Spring) 3380 Marketing Promotions (3-0) Prerequisite: MKTG 3370. An overview of Advertising, Personal Selling, Public Relations 3370 Operations Management (3-0) Prerequisites: B A 3370 or and Sales Promotion as it relates to the Marketing Mix. The equivalent statistics course and MGMT 3310. Required for emphasis will be on the Promotional Mix as it is used to students concentrating in management. The study of inform, persuade, and influence the consumer’s purchase management as applied to the operations function. Selected decision. (Spring) topics include: quality, capacity, facilities management, project management, processing systems management. 4320 Marketing Channels (3-0) Prerequisite: MKTG 3370. A The development of current quantitative techniques will study of the strategic implications for management in the support the selected topics. (Fall) selection of institutions for the movement of goods from their point of origin to their purchase by the ultimate consumer. 3390 Human Resources Management (3-0) Prerequisites: This course will provide an overview of the functions MGMT 3310. Required for students concentrating in necessary to the distribution of goods and the design of management. The study of topics include: staffing, efficient and effective systems of distribution. (Fall) compensation, training, the legal environment, safety and
health, and development of human resources. (Spring)
50 4350 Consumer Behavior (3-0) Prerequisite: MKTG 3370 or consent of instructor. An advanced study of marketing theories concerning consumer motivations and behaviors in the market place. Emphasis is placed on the behavior of consumers and of the major stimuli that influenced them. (Spring)
4370 Marketing Management (3-0) Prerequisite: MGMT 3310 and MKTG 3370, or consent of instructor. Study of the managerial direction and control of activities necessary to insure satisfaction of consumer needs. Consideration given to relationships of the functions of marketing management in the creation of a formal organization structure. Cross-listed as MGMT 4370 and required of all Marketing Majors. (Fall)
4380 Marketing Research (3-0) Prequisite: BA 3370 or consent of the instructor required of all marketing majors. Study of the techniques used in determining sales potential, consumer purchasing power, the demand for industrial goods, sales forecasts, package and brand effectiveness, and the allocation of territories. Intensive investigation and critical analysis of current marketing and business problems. (Fall)
4X95 Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisite: Senior standing and consent of the Dean. A study program arranged between an advanced student and an instructor to provide intensive study in a particular area of interest. The course includes a definition of goals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attaining these goals, a schedule for frequent consolation, and means of measuring progress. (by arrangement)
XX99 Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor. A course of study offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet student demand, or to observe special events. May be repeated for credit when topic varies. (by arrangement)
MULTIMEDIA APPLICATIONS See Multimedia Applications Program section for course listings and descriptions.
51 BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
A MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION DEGREE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level. GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED BUSINESS CORE HOURS COMPLETED REQUIREMENTS *A grade of “C” or better required for all courses in Business Core FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 Required for first-time, fulltime Fresh- BA 1310 3 men CIS 3380 3 ACAD 1100 ECON 2310 3 ECON 2320 3 UNIVERSITY CORE ACCT 2310 3 CORE 1300 3 ACCT 2320 3 CORE 2300 3 ACCT upper level course* 3 CORE 3300 3 *If conc. is Finance ACCT 3311 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION If conc. is Mgmt ACCT 3305 ENG 1310 *A grade of “C” or better re- 3 BA 3370 3 quired 3 MGMT 3310 3 ENG 1320 *A grade of “C” or better re- 3 MKTG 3370 3 quired FIN 3340 3 COMM1310 BA 4370 3 BA 4380 3 HEALTH FITNESS 2 BA 4390 3 H F 1210 SELECT ONE CONCENTRATION RELIGION SEE NEXT PAGE Select 3 hrs from 3 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 FINE ARTS Select 3 hrs from 3 MINOR IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ART 1300,1310,1313, 2310, THRE1330, 2330, FA 2310, COURSE HOURS COMPLETED MLH2301, 2350 SCIENCE ACCT 2310 3 Select 4 hrs from 4 ECON 2310 3 BIOL1401, 2401, MGMT 3310 3 CHEM1400, 1405, 1410, MKTG 3370 3 GEOS1405,1410,2420, Select 6 hrs from 6 PHYS1400,1401,1410 Advanced business courses
MATH Select 3 hrs from MATH 1311 or higher MINOR IN COMPUTER INFO SYSTEMS (For CIS CONC MATH 2315 is required) *A grade of “C” or better required in MATH COMPUTER SCIENCE COURSE HOURS COMPLETED CSC 1315 3 CSC 1325 3 HUMANITIES 8-9 CSC 3330 3 Select 8-9 hrs from CIS 2350 3 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, CIS 3380 3 SPAN4311, 4312, 4313, CIS 3311 3 ANY PHIL course, Select 3 hrs from 3 REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, CIS 3320, 4350 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, SLD1210
SOCIAL SCIENCE (9 hours) ECON 2310 In Bus Core FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: ECON 2320 In Bus Core 8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two Select 3 hrs from 3 years of a single foreign language were completed in high HIST1310, 1320, 2310, 2320, school or the student graduated from high school prior to 1993. PSC 2310, 2320 PSYC 1340, 2360 SOC 2300, 3320
52 BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION CONCENTRATIONS (A grade of “C” or better is required for all courses in the Business Administration Concentrations)
ACCOUNTING HOURS COMPLETED MANAGEMENT HOURS COMPLETED
ACCT 3303 3 MGMT 3370 3 ACCT 3311 3 MGMT 3390 3 ACCT 3312 3 MGMT 4310 3 ACCT 3330 3 MGMT 4330 3 ACCT 3370 3 Select 12 hrs from 12 ACCT 4370 3 MGMT 3350 ACCT 4371 3 MGMT 4388, ACCT 4390 3 COMM 3300, BA 4385 3 COMM 3350, Select 3 hrs from 3 ACCT 3370, ACCT 3305, 3307, 4360, 4388 BA 3371, 4385
COMPUTER INFORMATION HOURS COMPLETED MARKETING HOURS COMPLETED SYSTEMS MKTG 3380 3 CIS 2350 3 MKTG 4320 3 CIS 3311 3 MKTG 4350 3 CIS 3320 3 MKTG 4370 3 CIS 4350 3 MKTG 4380 3 CSC 1325 3 Select 9 hrs from 9 CSC 3330 3 MKTG 4388, Select 3 hrs from 3 BA 3350, 3371, 4385, CSC 4388, ART 3330*, CIS/CSC 3000, MMA 3320** CIS/CSC 4000 Suggested prerequisites *ART 1310, **MMA 2310
FINANCE HOURS COMPLETED MULTIMEDIA APPLICATIONS HOURS COMPLETED
FIN 3350 3 MMA 2310 3 FIN 3360 3 MMA 3310 3 FIN 4310 3 MMA 3320 3 FIN 4320 3 MMA 4388 3 FIN 4340 3 ART 1310, 3 ACCT 3312 3 MKTG 3380, 3 Select 6 hrs from 6 Select 3 hrs from 3 BA 3371, 4385, ART 3330, FIN 4388 MMA 2340 Select 3 hrs from 3 COMM 3310, ENG 4374, 4375
GENERAL BUSINESS HOURS COMPLETED
GENERAL BUSINESS: Select 24 hrs from 24 Advanced courses (3000/4000 level) offered by School of Busi- ness
53 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE ACCOUNTING
A MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN ACCOUNTING All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED BUSINESS CORE HOURS COMPLETED REQUIREMENTS A grade of “C” or better re- quired for all courses in Busi- FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 ness Core. Required for first-time, fu llt im e Fresh- men BA 1310 3 ACAD 1100 CIS 3380 In Gen Ed ECON 2310 In Gen Ed UNIVERSITY CORE ECON 2320 In Gen Ed CORE 1300 3 ACCT 2310 3 CORE 2300 3 ACCT 2320 3 CORE 3300 3 BA 3370 3 BA 3371 3 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION MGMT 3310 3 ENG 1310 *A grade of “C” or better re- 3 quired 3 MKTG 3370 3 FIN 3340 3 ENG 1320 *A grade of “C” or better re- 3 FIN 4310 3 quired BA 4370 3 COMM1310 BA 4380 3 HEALTH FITNESS 2 BA 4385 3 H F 1210 BA 4390 3 RELIGION Select 3 hrs from 3 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 FINE ARTS MAJOR IN ACCOUNTING Select 3 hrs from 3 ART 1300,1310,1313, 2310, THRE1330, 2330, ACCOUNTING HOURS COMPLETED FA 2310, A grade of “C” or better required MLH2301, 2350 for all courses listed below.. SCIENCE ACCT 3303 3 Select 4 hrs from 4 ACCT 3305 3 BIOL1401, 2401, ACCT 3307 3 CHEM1400, 1405, 1410, ACCT 3311 3 GEOS1405,1410,2420, ACCT 3312 3 PHYS1400,1401,1410 ACCT 3330 3 ACCT 3370 3 ACCT 4360 3 MATH ACCT 4370 3 Select 6 hrs from 6 ACCT 4371 3 MATH 1311 or higher except MATH 3351 ACCT 4388 3 *A grade of “C” or better required ACCT 4390 3 COMPUTER SCIENCE Select 3 hrs from 3 Any CSC course CIS 3380* 3 *Pre req of CSC1315 This degree requires 150 total hours HUMANITIES 8-9 Select 8-9 hrs from ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, SPAN4311, 4312, 4313, ANY PHIL course, REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, SLD1210 8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years of a single foreign language were completed in high school or the student graduated from high school prior to SOCIAL SCIENCE (12 hours) 1993. ECON 2310 3 ECON 2320 3 Select 6 hrs from 6 HIST1310, 1320, 2310, 2320, OR Select 3 hrs from HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320 and Select 3 hrs from PSC2310, 2320
54 DEPARTMENT OF chemistry (including acids, bases and buffers) and reaction energetics and kinetics. Topics emphasize biological CHEMISTRY & BIOCHEMISTRY chemistry. (Fall)
Professor Veltkamp, Chairperson 1406 Fundamentals of Biological Chemistry II (3-3) Professor Klassen Prerequisite: CHEM 1405 or 1420. A continuation of CHEM Assistant Professors Jeffery, Pyenta 1405. This course, or CHEM 1420, is required for NURS majors. This course does not meet the requirements for Mission and Goals: other science majors or minors. A study of the structure and The mission of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is: reactivity of organic functional groups and the biochemistry 1. To educate all students in understanding the role of of proteins, carbohydrates and lipids. (Spring) chemistry and technology in their world by strengthening their understanding of the method, laws, theories, concepts, 1410 General Chemistry I (3-3) No prerequisites, but a High and models of chemistry, as well as investigating the social, School course or CHEM 1400 is strongly recommended. economic, and environmental impact of advances in Concurrent enrollment in, or successful completion of, Math chemistry and technology. 1311 or higher required. Designed for students whose major 2. To provide science majors the opportunity to learn the or minor is in a field of natural science, mathematics, pre- fundamental principles of chemistry that are required for a professional health fields, or pre-engineering. Required for better understanding of their chosen field. BIOL, CHEM, BIOCHEM, ENVR, and PHYS majors, CHEM 3. To enable chemistry and biochemistry majors to master the and BIOCHEM minor. This course counts for McMurry facts and principles of chemistry necessary to pursue a general education requirements. A study of fundamental career in chemistry, while developing skills in problem concepts, atomic structure, the periodic table, chemical solving, written and verbal communication, and the use of reactions, chemical bonding, molecular structure, gases, the chemical literature. liquids, and solids. Emphasis is placed on mathematical 4. To promote the continued intellectual development of the relationships and problem solving. (Fall) chemistry faculty members. 5. To provide a safe, friendly, and intellectually stimulating 1420 General Chemistry II (3-3) Prerequisite: CHEM 1410. A environment for learning. continuation of CHEM 1410. Required for BIOL, CHEM, BIOCHEM, ENVR, and PHYS majors, CHEM and BIOCHEM Special Programs and Opportunities: minors. A study of solutions, chemical kinetics, equilibrium, Student Affiliate Chapter of the American Chemical Society. The acids and bases, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry. ACS student affiliate chapter is open to students interested in (Spring) chemistry. The purpose of the organization is to stimulate a professional interest in chemistry, to keep students abreast of recent 2430 Quantitative Analysis (3-3) Prerequisite: CHEM 1420. developments in the chemical field, to provide a forum for discussion of Chemistry and Biochemistry majors are strongly encouraged chemical topics, to promote scholarship, and to encourage fellowship to take CHEM 2430 concurrently with CHEM 3410. A among those interested in chemistry. Activities include regular required course for CHEM and BIOCHEM majors, and meetings, seminars, special interest programs, field trips, and service CHEM minor. The course is an introduction to the projects. quantitative analysis of various materials. Emphasis is placed on sample acquisition, error analysis, and the basic Departmental Awards. Each spring, awards are presented to quantitative methods of titrimetry, gravimetry and visible outstanding students at the freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior spectroscopy. Laboratory work includes the analysis of levels. An outstanding junior is awarded the W. Norton Jones materials encountered in everyday life. (Fall) scholarship, to be used during the student’s senior year. 3350 Organic Structure Analysis (2-4) Prerequisite: CHEM 3420. Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors An optional course for the CHEM and BIOCHEM majors. An Program under the Special Program section earlier in the catalog. advanced study of techniques used in structure determination. Topics include infrared, nuclear magnetic Requirements for Degrees in Chemistry and Biochemistry follows resonance and ultraviolet spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, course descriptions. and optical rotation. Laboratory work explores methods of separation and purification of organic compounds, as well as Course Descriptions: (CHEM) multistep synthesis and the systematic analysis of isolated 1400 Introductory Chemistry (3-3) No prerequisites. Designed as products. Selected methods of computational chemistry are a course for McMurry general education credit for students also examined. This is an experience-enriched course. who do not major or minor in science or engineering. (Fall even years) Students who have not had chemistry courses prior to enrollment in the University should take this course before 3360 Biophysical Chemistry (3-0) Prerequisites: CHEM 3441, taking any other chemistry course. Emphasis is on the MATH 2421. Recommended for students with an interest in fundamental concepts of chemistry and their application to the health sciences. An optional course for BA CHEM and the environment, pollution, energy resources, and other BIOCHEM majors. The course begins with the study of chemical topics of interest to the citizen. (Fall, Spring) thermodynamics as it relates to biochemistry and continues with the study of various techniques used to determine the 1405 Fundamentals of Biological Chemistry I (3-3) structure and chemical behavior of biological No prerequisites, but a full year of high school chemistry with macromolecules. Current innovations in biochemical laboratory or CHEM 1400 is strongly recommended. research may be covered as well. (Spring odd years) Designed for students whose intended career is in one of the allied health fields. This course, or CHEM 1410, is required 3410 Organic Chemistry I (3-3) Prerequisite: CHEM 1420. for NURS majors. This course does not satisfy the Chemistry and Biochemistry majors are strongly encouraged requirements for other science majors or minors. This course to take CHEM 3410 concurrently with CHEM 2430. A counts for McMurry general education requirements. A study required course for BIOL, CHEM, and BIOCHEM majors, of the fundamental principles of inorganic chemistry, BIOCHEM minors, and those interested in the health including atomic structure, molecular bonding, chemical sciences. Optional for CHEM minor. An introduction to the reactions and stoichiomtry, states of matter, solution study of carbon-containing compounds. Emphasis is placed
55 on the simpler aliphatic and aromatic compounds, and 4X20 Introduction to Research (variable credit) (0-3) functional groups. The course examines the underlying Prerequisites: CHEM 1420 and consent of the instructor. chemical principles and the mechanistic nature of organic Elective for students who wish to do chemical research. A reactions. Associated laboratory work is devoted to laboratory project is selected by the student in consultation chemical and physical properties, as well as synthetic with a member of the faculty who will direct the research. techniques. This is an experience-enriched course. (Fall) Students will submit a paper incorporating their research work, written in the format of published journal articles. The 3420 Organic Chemistry II (3-3) Prerequisite: CHEM 3410. A course may be repeated for credit to continue the same required course for BIOL, CHEM, and BIOCHEM majors, research project or to start a new one. This is an BIOCHEM minors, and those interested in the health experience-enriched course. (by arrangement) sciences. Optional for CHEM minor. A continuation of CHEM 3410. Major emphasis is placed upon carbonyl 4440 Instrumental Methods of Analysis (3-3) Prerequisite: chemistry with an introduction to spectroscopic techniques. CHEM 2430. Upper level elective for CHEM and BIOCHEM The latter part of the course is devoted to the study of the majors. The course is a survey of the instruments and chemistry of biologically active materials, polymers, and associated methods used in chemical analysis. The theory modern synthetic strategies. Laboratory work consists of and application of chromatographic, spectroscopic, and synthetic techniques and chromatography. This is an electroanalytical methods are examined. Laboratory work experience-enriched course. (Spring) provides an opportunity to gain familiarity in the use of several instruments. This is an experience-enriched course. 3431 Physical Chemistry I (3-3) Prerequisites: CHEM 2430, (Spring even years) PHYS 1420 or 2520, MATH 2322 and 3351, or concurrent enrollment in MATH 3351, or permission of instructor and 4480 Inorganic Chemistry (3-3) Prerequisite: CHEM 3420. junior standing. This course is required for BS CHEM Required for the BS CHEM major, optional for BIOCHEM majors, optional for BIOCHEM majors and CHEM minors. and BA CHEM majors. A systematic study of modern The course is the first in a two semester sequence which inorganic chemistry with major emphasis on atomic and explores the theoretical principles underlying chemical and molecular structure, symmetry, chemical bonding, crystal physical transformations of matter. Emphasis is placed on field theory, acids and bases, and nonaqueous solvents. the thermodynamics of chemical systems. The laboratory The laboratory work emphasizes the microscale synthesis of emphasizes the measurement of physical properties, a variety of inorganic compounds and their characterization chemical changes, record keeping, data analysis, and report by modern experimental methods. This is an experience- writing. This is an experience-enriched course. (Fall even enriched course. (Fall odd years) years) 4X95 Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisite: 3432 Physical Chemistry II (3-3) Prerequisite: CHEM 3431. This permission of instructor. Elective for advanced students. A course is required for the BS CHEM major and optional for study program arranged between a student and an instructor the BIOCHEM major and CHEM minor. The course is a to provide intensive study in a particular area of interest. continuation of CHEM 3431, with emphasis on chemical The course includes a definition of goals appropriate for the kinetics and quantum mechanics. This is an experience- advanced student, methods of attaining these goals, a enriched course. (Spring odd years) schedule for frequent consultation, and a means of measuring progress. This is an experience-enriched course. 3441 Biochemistry I (3-3) Prerequisite: CHEM 3420. (by arrangement) Recommended for students with an interest in health sciences. Required for BIOCHEM major and minor, optional 4X96 Honors Tutorial. (variable credit) Prerequisites: permission for the BS and BA CHEM majors. The course investigates of instructor. Designed for Chemistry or Biochemistry Honors the properties of buffers and the related chemistry of amino participants. This course provides opportunities for acids; the structure and function of proteins, lipids, and investigations related to an approved upper level course carbohydrates. The laboratory serves to strengthen the (with concurrent enrollment) or as a separate independent understanding of these topics and includes the preparation study. This course may be repeated. This is an experience- of buffers and the purification and characterization of several enriched course. (as needed) classes of biomolecules. This is an experience-enriched course. (Fall) 4X97 Honors Research. (variable credit) Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Designed for Chemistry and Biochemistry 3442 Biochemistry II (3-3) Prerequisite: CHEM 3441. Honors participants. Students pursue a research topic under Recommended for students with an interest in health the direction of a departmental faculty member, resulting in a sciences. Required for the BIOCHEM major and minor. The final paper and oral presentation to an appropriate audience. course focuses on the investigation of the kinetics, (as needed) thermodynamics, and mechanisms of enzymatic reactions. Additional topics include metabolism, oxidative XX99 Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permission of phosphorylation, and photosynthesis. Laboratory work instructor. Elective for advanced students. A course of focuses on the investigation of enzymatic reactions, study offered occasionally to groups course of study offered metabolism, and photosynthesis. This is an experience- occasionally to groups of students to broaden the enriched course. (Spring) departmental curriculum, to meet student demand, or to observe special events. May be repeated for credit when 4101 Literature Seminar (1-0) Prerequisite: Junior or senior topics vary. (by arrangement) standing. A required course for BS CHEM and BIOCHEM majors. This course is designed to develop written and oral communication skills. Students select a current topic in the field of chemistry, conduct a literature search, submit a paper written in scientific review format, and give an oral presentation to their peers. Work is carried out under the guidance of a faculty member. This is the capstone course for Chemistry and Biochemistry. (Spring)
56 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE CHEMISTRY
A MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN CHEMISTRY All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN CHEMISTRY REQUIREMENTS
FRESHMAN SEMINAR CHEMISTRY HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fu llt im e Fresh- 1 men ACAD 1100 CHEM 1410 4 CHEM 1420 4 UNIVERSITY CORE CHEM 2430* 4 CORE 1300 3 CHEM 3410 4 CORE 2300 3 CHEM 3420 4 CORE 3300 3 CHEM 3431 4 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION CHEM 3432 4 ENG 1310 3 CHEM 4101 1 ENG 1320 3 CHEM 4480 4 COMM1310 3 Select 7-8 hrs from 7-8 HEALTH FITNESS 2 CHEM 3350, 3441, 4440 H F 1210 OR 1200 *Students are strongly encouraged to take CHEM 2430 RELIGION concurrently with CHEM 3410. Select 3 hrs from 3 REL 1330 Supporting courses REL 2330 A grade of “C” or better is required in all supporting courses REL 2340 Select 8-10 hrs from 8-10 FINE ARTS PHYS 1410, 1420, or Select 3 hrs from 3 PHYS 2510, 2520 ART 1300, 1310, 1313, 2310, MATH 2421 4 THRE 1330, 2330, MATH 2322 3 FA 2310, MATH 3351 3 MLH 2301, 2350 SCIENCE Select 4 hrs from 4 BIOL 1401, 2401, GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420. FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: Select 4 hrs from 4 8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410, two years of a single foreign language were completed in high PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410 school or the student graduated from high school prior to MATH 1993. Select 3-4 hrs from 3-4 MATH 2421, 3351 COMPUTER SCIENCE Select 3 hrs from 3 CSC 1315, 1325, 1330, 2370, 3320, 3330 HUMANITIES MINOR IN CHEMISTRY Select 8-9 hrs from 8-9 (Not available for Chemistry majors) ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, COURSE HOURS COMPLETED SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, ANY PHIL course, CHEM 1410 4 REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, CHEM 1420 4 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, CHEM 2430 4 SLD1210 Select 8 hrs from 8 CHEM 3410, 3420, 3431, 3432 SOCIAL SCIENCE Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320. Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC 2310, 2320 Select 3 hrs from 3 ECON 2310, 2320, HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320, PSC 2310, 2320, PSYC 1340, 2360, SOC 2300, 3320
57 BACHELOR OF ARTS CHEMISTRY A MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN CHEMISTRY REQUIREMENTS FRESHMAN SEMINAR CHEMISTRY HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fulltime Fresh- 1 men CHEM 1410 4 ACAD 1100 CHEM 1420 4 UNIVERSITY CORE CHEM 2430* 4 CORE 1300 3 CHEM 3410 4 CORE 2300 3 CHEM 3420 4 CORE 3300 3 Select 10-12 hrs from 10-12 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION CHEM3350, 3360, 3441, ENG 1310 3 4440,4480 ENG 1320, 3 *Students are strongly encouraged to take CHEM 2430 COMM 1310 3 concurrently with CHEM 3410. HEALTH FITNESS 2 H F 1210 Supporting courses A grade of “C” or better is required in all supporting courses RELIGION Select 3 hrs from 3 Supporting Courses REL 1330, 2330, 2340 PHYS 1410 4 PHYS 1420 4 FINE ARTS MATH 1320 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 MATH 2421 4 ART 1300,1310, 1313, 2310, THRE 1330, 2330, FA 2310, M LH 2301, 2350 SCIENCE (8 hours) FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: Select 4 hrs from 4 This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college BIOL 1401, 2401, level, or demonstration of proficiency by taking a CLEP exam GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420 or a foreign language proficiency exam. Select 4 hrs from 4 CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410, PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410
MATH MINOR IN CHEMISTRY Select 3 hrs from 3 (Not available for Chemistry majors) MATH 1311 or higher COURSE HOURS COMPLETED HUMANITIES (8-9 hours) Select 3 hrs from 3 CHEM 1410 4 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322 CHEM 1420 4 Select 5-6 hrs from 5-6 CHEM 2430 4 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, Select 8 hrs from 8 SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, CHEM 3410,3420, 3431, 3432 ANY PHIL course, REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, SLD1210
SOCIAL SCIENCE (9 hours) Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310,2320. Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC 2310, 2320 Select 3 hrs from 3 ECON 2310, 2320, HIST 1310, 1320, PSC 2310, 2320, PSYC 1340, 2360, SOC 2300, 3320
58 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE BIOCHEMISTRY
A MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN BIOCHEMISTRY All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN BIOCHEMISTRY REQUIREMENTS FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 BIOCHEMISTRY HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fulltime Fresh- men ACAD 1100 CHEM 1410 4 CHEM 1420 4 UNIVERSITY CORE CHEM 2430* 4 CORE1300 3 CHEM 3410 4 CORE 2300 3 CHEM 3420 4 CORE 3300 3 CHEM 3441 4 CHEM 3442 4 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION CHEM 4101 1 ENG 1310 3 ENG 1320, 3 Select 3-4 hrs from 3-4 COMM 1310 3 CHEM 3360, 3431 HEALTH FITNESS 2 H F 1210 OR 1200 Select 3-4 hrs from 3-4 CHEM 3350, 3432, 4440, 4480 RELIGION *Students are strongly encouraged to take CHEM 2430 Select 3 hrs from 3 concurrently with CHEM 3410 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 FINE ARTS Supporting Courses Select 3 hrs from 3 A grade of “C” or better is required in all supporting courses ART 1300, 1310, 1313, 2310, BIOL 1401 4 THRE 1330, 2330, BIOL 3350 3 FA 2310, BIOL 4350 3 MLH 2301, 2350 Select 3-4 hrs from 3-4 SCIENCE BIOL 3410, 3430, 3450, 3460, Select 4 hrs from 4 4310 BIOL 1401, 2401, GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420. Select 8-10 hrs from 8-10 Select 4 hrs from 4 PHYS 1410,1420, or CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410, PHYS 2510, 2520 PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410 MATH 2421 4 MATH MATH 2322 3 Select 3-4 hrs from 3-4 MATH 2421, 3351 COMPUTER SCIENCE Select 3 hrs from 3 CSC 1315, 1325, 1330, 2370, 3320, 3330 MINOR IN BIOCHEMISTRY (Not available for Biochemistry majors) HUMANITIES Select 8-9 hrs from 8-9 COURSE HOURS COMPLETED ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, SPAN4311, 4312, 4313, ANY PHIL course, CHEM 1410 4 REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, CHEM 1420 4 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, CHEM 3410 4 SLD1210 CHEM 3420 4 CHEM 3441 4 SOCIAL SCIENCE CHEM 3442 4 Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST1310, 1320, 2310, 2320. Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC2310, 2320 Select 3 hrs from 3 ECON2310, 2320, FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: HIST1310, 1320, 2310, 2320 PSC2310, 8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless 2320, two years of a single foreign language were completed in high PSYC1340, 2360, school or the student graduated from high school prior to SOC 2300, 3320 1993.
59 DEPARTMENT OF mechanism and the International Phonetic Alphabet with an emphasis upon improving articulation, pronunciation, and COMMUNICATION STUDIES other components of vocal production. Cross-listed as THRE 2320. (Fall) Instructor J. Whittemore, Chairperson Assistant Professor K. Drumheller 2330 Business and Professional Speaking (3-0) Prerequisite: Instructors M. Dodd COMM 1310. Advanced study in presentation skills with an Part-time Instructor M. Drumheller emphasis in professional organizational environments. An introduction to elements necessary for organizational Mission Statement: success such as interviewing, resume building, and The Department of Communication at McMurry University dedicates newcomer processes is presented. Also included is a itself to empowering students with well-developed communicative tools foundation of organizational communication theory. (Fall) through the promotion of creative expression, critical thinking, and the application of communication theory to social, professional, and 2335 Communication Theory (3-0) Prerequisite: COMM 1310 An spiritual study and service to the McMurry and Abilene communities. introduction to the major concepts and theories that comprise the communication discipline, including the areas Special Programs and Opportunities: of interpersonal, organizational, rhetorical, and mass Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors communication. This course provides historical and modern Program under the Special Program section earlier in the catalog. viewpoints of approaches to the study of communication and human interaction. (Spring) Lambda Pi Eta: The National Communication Honor Society of the National Communication Association, founded in 1985, recognizes 2370 Communication Research Methods (3-0) Prerequisites: scholastic achievement, promotes interest in the communication field, COMM 1310. This course will introduce students to various encourages professional development, provides opportunities for the methodology for analyzing the theory and practice of exchange of ideas, and fosters relationships between faculty and communication. Emphasis will be placed on quantitative, students through active membership in the McMurry Speech qualitative, and rhetorical methods of analysis. Students will Communication Association. also learn the proper format for writing research papers. (Fall) Requirements for Degrees in Communication: The Department of Communication offers three programs of 3300 Interpersonal Communication (3-0) Prerequisite: COMM instruction: 1310. An examination of the nature and theories of Bachelor of Arts in Communication. interpersonal communication. Includes a focus on how the Minor in Communication. elements of interpersonal communication function in a Minor in Communication with a Public Relations focus. variety of our relationships with others. (Spring even years) The Requirements follow the course descriptions. 3310 Mass Communication (3-0) Prerequisite: COMM 1310. A Degree in Communication: study of the history, theory and influence of the broadcast The degree in Communication is a thirty-six hour program requiring media, including the principles and techniques involved in students to study widely in the various disciplines of the field, and producing programs for television and radio. This is an complete a minor program of study from a field of their choice. experience-enriched course. (Fall even years) Students are expected to complete a rigorous general examination of the communication discipline accompanied by a closer study of a 3315 Argumentation and Debate (3-0) Prerequisite: COMM particular area of interest in rhetorical communication, organizational 1310, 2335. An examination of significant paradigms of communication, interpersonal communication, or public relations. argumentation and debate. This course is designed to teach principles of persuasion in a competitive debate Minor in Communication environment. It also examines methods of debate evaluation The minor in communication is an 18 hour program comprised of 2 and strategies applicable to the affirmative and negative required courses, 2 courses from a set of options, and 2 elective consequences. (Alternates with Persuasion, Spring even communication courses. years)
Minor in Communication with Public Relation focus is an 18 hours 3320 Family Communication (3-0) Prerequisite: COMM 1310. program with two required courses and four elective courses. The course examines both healthy and unhealthy communication within family systems. Important principles Requirements for Communication Studies Degree follow the emphasized in this course are: systems theory, themes, course descriptions. rules, boundaries, intimacy, communication patterns and roles, power, decision-making, conflict management, and the Course Descriptions: (COMM) effects of stress upon the family system. (Spring odd years) 1310 Principles of Communication (3-0) No Prerequisite. An introductory study and application of the basic principles of 3340 Public Relations (3-0) Prerequisites: COMM 1310, 2330. communication. Emphasis is placed on the acquisition of An introduction to the principles and theory of public communication skills that can be applied in interpersonal, relations. Includes the development and implementation of small group, public speaking and mass media contexts. persuasive strategies, construction of a public relations Specific concepts explored by this course include self campaign, and comprehension of the legal and ethical concept and esteem, leadership, conflict management, issues that confront a public relations strategist. This is an diversity and intercultural communication issues, listening, experience-enriched course. (Spring odd years) nonverbal, communication anxieties, and ethical considerations as both the sender and receiver of 3350 Small Group Communication (3-0) Prerequisites: COMM messages. (Fall, Spring, Summer) 1310, 2330. A study of small group theory, processes and interaction as applied to business, political and social 2320 Improving Voice and Diction (3-0) No prerequisites. contexts. Areas of emphasis include planning, problem Designed for teachers, speech and hearing therapists, solving techniques, and conflict resolution. This is an actors, readers, and public speakers. Required of all experience-enriched course. (Spring odd years) Theatre majors. An introductory study of the speech
60 3360 Rhetorical Criticism (3-0) Prerequisites: COMM 1310, 2335. assessment. This is an experience-enriched course. An introduction to the analysis and criticism of (Spring even years) communicative events such as public address and the various forms of graphic and written media. This course 4380 Senior Seminar in Communication (3-0) Prerequisite: presents an overview of ancient to contemporary theoretical completed 90 hours of study including 18 hours of the core and critical methods. (Fall odd years) Communication program. This course approaches the field of communication from a multidimensional viewpoint. The 3365 Perspectives on Rhetoric (3-0) Prerequisites: COMM 1310, course integrates prior courses into a conceptual whole and 2335. An examination of the contribution of rhetoric to serves as the student’s summative evaluation in preparing contemporary communication studies. The course surveys them to enter their chosen profession. This is an the historical development of rhetorical theories from the experience-enriched course. (Spring) Greek and Roman eras through to the recent approaches to rhetorical situations in the Modern and Post-modern eras. 4388 Internship in Communication (3-0) 90 hours of study (Fall even years) including 18 hours of the core Communication program; and a 2.75 GPA or registration by permission of the departmental 3370 Persuasion (3-0) Prerequisite: COMM 1310, 2335. A study chairperson. The course provides an opportunity for selected of the psychological and rhetorical principles of motivation, students to gain actual experience through on-the-job suggestion, and other aspects of audience psychology as assignments in an organization in the community. used in business, mass media, political campaigns, religious (As needed) campaign, and social movements. (Alternates with Argumentation and Debate, Spring even years) 4X95 Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing and permission by the Chairperson of the 3380 Conflict Management (3-0) Prerequisites: COMM 1310, department. A study program arranged between an 2330. Through the study of contemporary theory, practical advanced student and an instructor to provide intensive application, and analysis students gain insight into the study in a particular area of interest. The course includes a positive and negative aspects of conflict. This course definition of goals appropriate for the advanced student, presents practical means for constructively managing conflict ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequent in various contexts. (Fall odd years) consultation, and means of measuring progress. (as needed)
4320 Intercultural Communication (3-0) Prerequisites: COMM 4X96 Honors Tutorial (variable credit) Prerequisite: 12 hours of 1310, 3300. This course focuses on aspects of communication and admission to the departmental honors communication that occur across cultural barriers. It program. Designed for the honors student in introduces students to intercultural communication theory, communication; includes reading and research in a particular research, axioms, and applications, and explores a rapidly topic in one of the following areas: rhetoric, organizational changing world in which globalization has brought culturally communication, interpersonal communication, or public different people together in interactive settings. (Alternates relations. (as needed) with Gender Communication, Fall even years) 4X97 Honors Thesis (3-0) Prerequisite: 12 hours of 4325 Gender Communication (3-0) Prerequisites: COMM 1310, communication courses including COMM 1310, 2335, and 3300. This course takes a deeper look at the different ways 4370. 4370 may be taken concurrently. Must have an men and women communicate. There is a focus on gender overall GPA of at least 3.25 and a GPA of 3.5 for specific language and roles of gender in professional, Communication courses. Students will complete a scholarly educational, personal, and familial communication contexts thesis in one of the following areas: rhetoric, organizational as well as in the media and society in general. (Alternates communication, interpersonal communication, or public with Intercultural Communication, Fall even years) relations. (as needed)
4350 Organizational Communication (3-0) Prerequisites: COMM XX99 Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: permission 1310, 2330. The study of the theory and function of from the Chairperson of the Department. A course of study communication networks, strategies, and styles operant in offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden organizations. Analysis of the role of the communication departmental curriculum, to meet student demand, or to professional with emphasis on concepts and principles observe special events. May be repeated for credit when needed for effective organizational communication. topics vary. (as needed) (Fall odd years)
4355 Topics in Public Affairs (3-0) Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing. Public Affairs encompass any concern that weighs upon the welfare of the public. Public concerns that are commonly accepted without questions often mask profound issues. Often hidden is a subtle understanding of modes of thought that cycle between effective and ineffective public discourse. This course alternately examines a variety of perspectives including the Rhetorical Presidency, Constitutional Rhetoric, Propaganda, Campaign Communication, Civic Virtue and Social Movements. This course may be repeated for additional credit depending on the topic. (Fall odd years)
4360 Training and Development (3-0) Prerequisites: COMM 1310, 2330, 3350. This course focuses on contemporary andragogical training methods for use in organizational settings. The primary focus is on preparation and presentation of training seminars. It incorporates aspects of public speaking, instructional design, and needs
61 BACHELOR OF ARTS COMMUNICATION STUDIES
A MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced leve l.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN REQUIREMENTS COMMUNICATION STUDIES FRESHMAN SEMINAR Required for first-time, fullt ime Fresh- 1 COMMUNICATION HOURS COMPLETED men ACAD 1100 COMM 1310 3 COMM 2335 3 UNIVERSITY CORE COMM 2330 3 CORE 1300 3 COMM 2370 3 CORE 2300 3 COMM 3300 3 CORE 3300 3 COMM 3350 3 COMM 3360 3 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION ENG 1310 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 ENG 1320 3 COMM 4380, 4388 COMM 1310 3 HEALTH FITNESS 2 Select 3 hrs from 3 H F 1210 COMM Electives RELIGION SELECT ONE FOCUS AREA Select 3 hrs from 3 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 FOCUS HOURS COMPLETED FINE ARTS Select 3 hrs from 3 RHETORICAL FOCUS: ART 1300,1310, 1313, 2310, COMM 3365 3 THRE 1330, 2330, COMM 3370 OR COMM 3315 3 FA 2310, COMM 4355 3 M LH 2301, 2350 ORGANIZATIONAL FOCUS: SCIENCE (8 hours) COMM 3380 3 Select 4 hrs from 4 COMM 4350 3 BIOL 1401, 2401, COMM 4360 3 GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420 Select 4 hrs from 4 INTERPERSONAL FOCUS: CHEM 1400, 1410, COMM 3320 3 PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410 COMM 3380 3 COMM 4325 OR COMM 4320 3 PUBLIC RELATIONS FOCUS: MATH COMM 3310 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 COMM 3340 3 MATH 1311 or higher COMM 4355 3 HUMANITIES (8-9 hours) Select 3 hrs from 3 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322 MINOR IN COMMUNICATION Select 5-6 hrs from 5-6 (Not available for COMM majors) ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, COURSE HOURS COMPLETED SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, ANY PHIL course, REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, COMM 2335 3 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, COMM 2330 3 SLD1210 Select 6 hrs from 6
COMM 3300, 3350, 3360 SOCIAL SCIENCE (9 hours) Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 6 hrs from 6 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320 COMM electives Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC 2310, 2320 Select 3 hrs from 3 MINOR IN COMMUNICATION ECON 2310, 2320, PUBLIC RELATIONS HIST 1310, 1320, (Not available for COMM majors) PSC 2310, 2320, PSYC 1340, 2360, COURSE HOURS COMPLETED SOC 2300, 3320 COMM 2335 3 COMM 2340 3 FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: COMM 3360 3 This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college level, or COMM 3310 3 demonstration of proficiency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign COMM 3340 3 language proficiency exam. COMM 4345 3
62 DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE variety of scientific and non-scientific disciplines; and an introduction to designing and building Web sites. This
course will be taught in a computer lab. This course is Associate Professor Rittenhouse, Chairperson designed for non-computer science majors and does not Associate Professor Swanson count toward the requirements for a Computer Science Assistant Professors Voit, Wyatt major/minor or a Computer Information Systems Instructor Brozovic concentration in Business. (Fall, Spring)
Mission and Goals: 1325 Fundamentals of Computer Science (3-0) Prerequisites: The Department of Computer Science believes its mission to be: MATH 1311 or higher math. The introductory course for C 1. To prepare students for professional careers and further SC major, minor, CIS concentration and minor. Topics study in computer science through the teaching of theory, discussed include computer algorithms and problem solving, concepts, and problem solving skills. The Department will computer hardware and software, and principles of algorithm emphasize computer science theory, concepts in computer construction. Various software design techniques are science, and problem solving, all of which are timeless and implemented in a programming language. (Fall, Spring) help students learn “how to learn”. This approach enables
students to adapt when they are introduced to new systems. 1330 Intermediate Programming (3-0) Prerequisite: CSC 1325. 2. To provide contact with current languages, tools, and trends A required course for CSC majors, and minors. Fulfills that prepare students to be effective in their careers. The general education CSC requirement for BS degree. This Department will utilize techniques, software, and hardware course provides intermediate level programming experience that are current to the real world of business and industry. in a language other that that used in CSC 1325. Topics Employers expect graduates to be aware of and informed discussed include computer algorithms and their users of recent software, hardware, and programming constructions, problem solving, and computer software. methodology. This requires that faculty remain current and Language programming includes use of I/O commands, the curriculum to be dynamic in order to respond to the repetition and selection, subroutines, and software design. changing requirements of industry and business. (Spring) 3. To provide background and experience with appropriate
software for students who plan to teach or work with 2370 Assembly Language and Computer Organization (3-0) business. The Department will incorporate into the Prerequisites: C SC 1325. A required course in C SC curriculum the appropriate packages for those who need to major. Topics cover an introduction to machine language be primarily well-informed computer users. and computer structure including data representation,
conversion, hardware organization, addressing, macros, Special Programs and Opportunities: branching, I/O, subroutines and linkages. (Fall)
Computer Club. The McMurry Computer Club is open to all students 3310 Introduction to Algorithms (3-0) Prerequisites: C SC 1325, interested in computing. Activities might include programs of special C SC 1330. A required course for C SC majors. The interest, speakers, and field trips. The club is affiliated with the student is introduced to algorithms commonly used for Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP). sorting, searching, hashing, and file processing. Students
write in a high level language to implement the concepts Departmental Awards. Each spring, awards are presented to studied. (Fall) outstanding students at the freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior levels. An outstanding junior is awarded the O. P. Thrane scholarship, 3315 Advanced Technology in the Schools (3-0) Prerequisites: to be used during the student’s senior year. One computer course in either high school or college. This
course fulfills the computer science general education Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors requirement for teacher education programs. Students in Program under the Special Program section earlier in the catalog. this lab oriented course will explore current methods of
enhancing instruction with technology. Students will evaluate Requirements for Degrees in Computer Science and Math- instructional software and on-line resources, create Computer Science follow the course descriptions. presentations and tutorials containing multimedia, and
design instructional materials for publication on the Internet. Please consult the School of Business section for requirements Does not count for a Computer Science major. for a BBA degree with concentration in Computer Information
Systems. 3320 Internet Programming (3-0) Prerequisites: C SC 1325 and
either C SC1330 or CIS 2350. The course will cover Course Descriptions: (C SC) learning to program applications for use on the internet. 1305 Computers in Education (3-0) No prerequisites. A course Students will be exposed to examples of current techniques designed for computer novices entering teacher education including client side programming with advanced HTML and programs. Those who have had a previous course in JavaScript and server side programming integrating scripting computer science, either in high school or in college, should language/applications and databases. (Fall) instead take C SC 3315 (Advanced Technology in the
Schools) Topics include how computers are used in schools 3330 Data Communications (3-0) Prerequisites: C SC 1325. for word processing, problem solving, management, and Required for C SC major and option for CIS concentration learning. This course does not count toward majors or minor and minor and C SC minor. Topics include methods of data in C SC or CIS, or for teaching fields, but does fulfill the transmission, hardware systems, error detection, network computer science general education credit for majors in architecture and protocol definition. Application studies Multidisciplinary Studies. (Fall, Spring) include satellite services, choosing voice data switches and
LAN configuration. (Spring) 1315 Computer Fluency (3-0) No prerequisites. Introduction to
the use of computer hardware and software in today’s world 3333 Networked Data Systems (3-0) Prerequisites: C SC 1325. with a heavy emphasis on the use of computing resources to Concentration on the Hardware, Software and Services collect and organize data and produce meaningful reporting needed to operate a modern office network. Topics include products. Topics will include an overview of hardware, Network Architecture, Internet and LAN design, Data-link software, and the Internet; the use of spreadsheets, and Physical Layer structures, Security and Monitoring databases, and graphing tools to solve problems from a
63 issues. Students will configure and administer several XX99 Special Topics (level and credit are variable) Prerequisites: current network operating systems options. permission of instructor. Elective for C SC major and minor. Courses of this nature are infrequent or unique topics of 3360 Data Structures (3-0) Prerequisites: C SC 2325 and MATH study offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden 2315. A required course for C SC major; and upper level the departmental curriculum, to meet student demand, or to elective in C SC minor. Topics covered include data observe special events. Courses of this type may be representation and associated algorithms, arrays, stacks, repeated for credit when topics vary. (by arrangement) queues, linked list structures, trees, graphs, sorting, searching, merging of files, and memory management. (Spring, Fall as needed)
4310 Organization of Programming Languages (3-0) Prerequisites: C SC 1330, C SC 3360. Required for C SC major and upper-level elective for C SC minors. The course covers the formal definition of programming languages including specification of syntax and semantics. Particular emphasis is placed on programming language design, evaluation, and implementation. (Fall)
4330 Computer Graphics (3-0) Prerequisites: C SC 1330, C SC 3360 and MATH 2340. Required course for Math-C SC majors; upper-level elective for C SC major and minor. This course provides the basic background of graphical display architecture and an in-depth study of standard graphical software routines. Algorithms include line and circle generators, flood and polygon fills, 2D and 3D transformations, windowing and clipping, hidden line removal, and shading. (Fall)
4331 Numerical Analysis with Computer Application (3-0) Prerequisites: C SC 1325 and MATH 2421 and 2340. Required in Math-C SC major; optional course in C SC major and minor. Basic numerical methods for function evaluation, root finding, evaluation of integrals, simultaneous linear equations, and ordinary differential equations are the main topics of this course. Cross-listed with MATH 4331. (Spring)
4340 Operating Systems (3-0) Prerequisites: C SC 1330, 2370, 3360. Required course for C SC major and an optional course in Math-C SC major, and minor. Major concepts of operating systems principles and the relationship of these to computer architecture are the centerpoints of this course. Topics include file services, CPU scheduling, memory management, device scheduling, deadlocks, concurrency, protection, and distributed systems. (Spring)
4388 Internship in Computer Science (0-9) Prerequisites: permission of instructor. Elective for C SC major and CIS concentration. This course provides an opportunity for selected students to gain actual experience through on-the- job assignments in a computer facility located in the community. This is an experience-enriched course. (Spring, Fall, as needed)
4360 Software Engineering (3-0) Prerequisites: C SC 3360. Introduction to the software development process, including theory and practical experience in software models. requirements analysis, design, testing, and project management. Additional topics include cost estimation models, and issues in software quality assurance and maintenance. This is the capstone course for Computer Science. (Spring)
4X95 Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisites: advanced standing in a C SC major or minor, and permission of instructor. Upper level elective for C SC majors and minors. This is an advanced study or research program arranged between supervising faculty and student which defines goals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and a means for measuring progress. (by arrangement)
64 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE COMPUTER SCIENCE
A MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN REQUIREMENTS COMPUTER SCIENCE FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 COMPUTER SCIENCE HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fulltime Fresh- men ACAD 1100 Select 27 hrs from CSC 1325 3 UNIVERSITY CORE CSC 1330 3 CORE 1300 3 CSC 2325 3 CORE 2300 3 CSC 2370 3 CORE 3300 3 CSC 3330 3 CSC 3360 3 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION CSC 4310 4 ENG 1310 3 CSC 4340 3 ENG 1320 3 CSC 4360 3 COMM1310 3 Select 9 hrs from 9 HEALTH FITNESS 2 Computer Science advanced H F 1210 OR 1200 electives from CSC/CIS RELIGION Select 3 hrs from 3 MATH 2315 3 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 MATH 2421 4 MATH 2340 3 FINE ARTS MATH 3351 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 ART 1300, 1310, 1313, 2310, THRE1330, 2330, FA 2310, MINOR IN COMPUTER SCIENCE MLH2301, 2350 (Not available for Computer Science majors) SCIENCE COURSES HOURS COMPLETED Select 4 hrs from 4 BIOL 1401, 2401 CSC 1325 3 GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420 CSC 1330 3 Select 4 hrs from 4 CSC 2335 3 CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410, PHYS1400, 1401, 1410 Select 9 hrs from 9 CSC/CIS advanced electives MATH 3-4 Select 3-4 hrs from MATH 2421, 3351 COMPUTER SCIENCE MINOR IN Select 3 hrs In Major COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS HUMANITIES Select 8-9 hrs from 8-9 COURSES HOURS COMPLETED ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, CSC 1325 3 ANY PHIL course, CSC 3330 3 REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, CIS 2350 3 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, CIS 3380 3 SLD 1210 CIS 3311 3 SOCIAL SCIENCE Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320. CIS 3320, 4350 Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC 2310, 2320 Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC 2310, 2320 ECON 2310, 2320, FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320 PSC 2310, 8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless 2320, two years of a single foreign language were completed in PSYC 1340, 2360, high school or the student graduated from high school prior SOC 2300, 3320 to 1993.
65 CORE CURRICULUM CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION
Professor Buzan, Faculty Director Professor Haley-Brown, Dean and Chairperson Professor, Banks Mission and Goals: Assistant Professor Kirk The Mission and Goals of the McMurry Core Curriculum are: Instructors Hall, Hawkins, Nichols, and Shelton, 1) To provide an intellectual framework for McMurry students that will assist them in finding meaning and unity in the Mission and Goals: The Department of Curriculum and Instruction’s contemporary University’s curriculum. mission is to provide opportunities, within a Christian environment, to 2) To provide a conceptual framework that will allow students to develop scholarly skills, soundness of body, mind, and spirit, and the understand contemporary society and the nature of social eventual attainment of professional roles in school settings. To this processes and social change. end, we have developed a set of courses and field experiences which 3) To prepare students to engage as free, responsible and build progressively to prepare graduates to be successful in their roles effective persons in areas of academic and occupational as teachers in our schools. specialization and as citizens. 4) To provide depth and breadth in the intellectual and spiritual Special Programs and Opportunities: lives of students and faculty through significant texts and ATPE: Membership is available in the campus chapter of the learning experiences not likely to be encountered in other Association of Texas Professional Educators. Activities include areas of the University. informational meetings, guest speakers, and an opportunity to 5) To assist in overcoming the fragmentation of contemporary participate in meetings at the state level. life by bringing to consciousness the relationships and bridging the gaps between elements of human knowledge Kappa Delta Pi: The Eta Epsilon Chapter of Kappa Delta Pi provides and experience. recognition and an opportunity for service in an international honor society. Membership is reserved for students who have a 3.5 grade REQUIREMENTS OF THE CORE CURRICULUM: point average at McMurry. All McMurry students, including transfer students, are expected to complete the three required Core Curriculum courses in their normal Departmental Scholarships: Three scholarships are offered for the sequence. Transfer students may, however, be given credit for senior year to outstanding students. courses at other schools where these are judged by the Faculty Director of the Core Curriculum to have included content comparable Departmental Honors: Please see the description of the Honors to one or more of the Core courses. If transfer students should find it Program under the Special Program section earlier in the catalog. impossible to complete the McMurry Core requirements in the time necessary for graduation because of scheduling conflicts, they may, in The Teacher Education Program: A liberal education combined with consultation with the Faculty Core Director, find alternative courses adequate professional and specialized study constitutes the best that will be suitable for substitution for one or more of the Core preparation for a successful teaching career. The Department of courses. Curriculum and Instruction at McMurry University offers the Bachelor of Science in Multidisciplinary Studies degree to qualify students for the Course Descriptions: (CORE) Texas Provisional Teaching Certificate. The Provisional Certificate gives the holder legal authority to perform teaching duties in the public 1300 Ethics (3-0) Prerequisites: None. A required course for all schools of Texas at the grade level and in the academic McMurry students, preferably taken in the student’s second specialization(s) designated on the face of the certificate. The semester at McMurry. The course provides an introduction Department of Curriculum and Instruction, with the advisement of the to the major methods of moral reasoning: formalism, Teacher Education Committee, is responsible for establishing policy utilitarianism, natural law and inclusivist ethics and attempts and providing leadership for the teacher education program. Because to develop sensitivity to ethical issues of contemporary of the multi-disciplinary nature of teacher education, several society, focusing on rights and duties of individuals and departments of the University are represented on the Teacher groups and the nature of legitimate needs and values. (Fall, Education Committee. The administration of McMurry University strives Spring) to promote a close, cooperative relationship between the Department of Curriculum and Instruction and the other academic departments of 2300 Persons and Communities (3-1) Prerequisites: CORE 1300 the University. The teacher education program at McMurry is and at least six hours of fine arts, humanities or social accredited by the State Board for Educator Preparation (SBEC) The sciences general education requirements. A required course development and maintenance of a quality program in teacher for all students. The course examines the interaction education is a high priority of both the University and the Department between individuals, groups and societies in the forming of of Curriculum and Instruction. McMurry takes pride in its ability to offer individuals and cultures, with emphasis on the ancient roots a personalized teacher education program which insures that each of and present-day encounters of contemporary societies in the its graduates will be well prepared to enter the teaching profession. world community. (Fall, Spring) Qualifying for a Teaching Certificate: 3300 Human Knowledge (3-1) Prerequisites: CORE 1300, 2300, To qualify for a teaching certificate, students must meet the and the completion of the Science general education requirements of both McMurry University and the State Board for requirement. A required course for all students. The course Educator Certification (SBEC) There are several important steps which concentrates on the emergence of unified systems of students must follow to insure that these dual requirements are knowledge in human societies by examining how major satisfied. These steps include: scientific achievements were prepared for by perceived gaps or needs in the knowledge frameworks of societies and then 1) Achieve a score as noted on the Texas Higher Education transformed these frameworks and societies by evoking new Assessment Tests (THEA), a test of basic skills in intellectual models and images. (Fall, Spring) mathematics (220), reading (250), and writing/composition (240) Students interested in teaching should take this test as soon as possible, even in the freshman year. Information is available in the department office. Students should also be aware that teacher certification requirements allow for math and writing exemptions from the THEA requirement. See the department of Curriculum and Instruction for details.
66 2) Apply for admission to the Teacher Education Program at of the THEA must be passed, or proof of exemption provided, before the conclusion of C I 2310. Admission requirements are any C I courses above 2310 are taken. The Teacher Education outlined in the next section. Committee will review the student’s application and inform him/her of 3) File a degree plan in the Registrar’s Office no later than the the action taken by the committee. One of the following actions will be sophomore year. taken: 4) Apply for admission to student teaching. Admission 1) Admission to the program. Students are eligible for requirements are outlined in a subsequent section of the enrollment in Professional Education courses. catalog. 2) Conditional admission to the program. A student admitted on 5) In order to be approved for the Provisional certificate, a conditional basis may complete one additional semester or students will be required to achieve a satisfactory score on two consecutive summer terms. Full admission to the the examinations prescribed by the State Board of program will be granted if the Chairperson determines that Education. Content of the tests will generally cover the areas previous conditions have been satisfied. Students will be of professional education and the individual’s teaching notified in writing of their full admission. Students who fail to field(s) or areas of specialization. satisfy conditions within one semester of their original 6) File an application for certification with the Certification application must reapply for admission to the program. Officer in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction prior 3) Denial of admission to the program. Students who are to graduation. Important details on each of these steps are denied admission to the program are precluded from outlined in subsequent sections of the catalog. Students are enrolling in Curriculum and Instruction courses. Upon urged to read the catalog carefully and consult closely with request, a student who has been denied admission to the their faculty advisors in planning their programs of study. program may be permitted to appear before the Teacher Education Committee to appeal the denial. ADMISSION TO TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM 4) The applicant should understand that admission to the Criteria for Admission Teacher Education program does not constitute assurance 1) Overall grade point average of 2.75 or higher*. of certification. 2) Evidence of successful passage of the THEA Test: Math 220, Writing 240, Reading 250, or proof of exemption status ADMISSION TO STUDENT TEACHING OR TEACHING INTERNSHIP in math or writing only. Criteria for Admission 3) Evidence of freedom from serious mental and personality For elementary education candidates (EC-4): defects or physical handicaps which would seriously impede 1) Evidence of freedom from serious mental and personality effectiveness in the classroom or employment as a disorders or physical disabilities which would seriously classroom teacher. The Teacher Education Committee may impede effectiveness in the classroom or employment as a require that the student, at his or her own expense, take a classroom teacher. The Teacher Education Committee may physical examination and/or submit to a psychological require that the student, at his or her own expense, take a evaluation which may include tests or inventories. Such physical examination and/or submit to a psychological evaluation must be completed and a report submitted to the evaluation, which may include tests or inventories. Such Committee by a licensed mental health professional who is evaluation must be completed and a report submitted to the acceptable to the University and who is aware of the Committee by a licensed mental health professional who is Committee’s concerns with regard to the candidate’s acceptable to the University and who is aware of the admission to the Teacher Education Program. Students will Committee’s concerns with regard to the candidate’s not be admitted to Teacher Education Program or student admission to student teaching or teaching internship. teaching and teaching internship until the evaluation results Students will not be admitted to student teaching or teaching are submitted to and reviewed by the Committee and a final internship until the evaluation results are made available to decision is made by the Teacher Education Committee. and reviewed by the Committee and a final decision is made Failure to comply with this process may result in non- by the Teacher Education Committee. Failure to comply admission to or dismissal from the Teacher Education with this process may result in non-admission to or dismissal Program. from student teaching or teaching internship. 4) No pattern of serious, documented behavioral problems. 2) No pattern of serious, documented behavioral problems. 5) Ability to meet the general requirements for the Provisional 3) Ability to meet general requirements for the standard teaching certificate, as stated in the “Requirements of the teaching certificate, as stated in the “Requirements of the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) for State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) for Provisional Provisional Certificate” section of this catalog. Certificate” section of this catalog. 6) Successful completion of English 1310, 1320, Comm 1310 4) Completion of 112 semester hours. and Math 1311 or higher. 5) Overall grade point average of 2.75 or higher. 7) Successful completion of Introduction to Education, C I 6) Grade point average of 2.75 or higher with no grade below 2310, with a grade of “C” or better. “C” in any course listed under the Multidisciplinary Studies requirement for the teaching certification desired. Note: Requirements for admission to the Teacher Education Program 7) Completion of all courses listed under the Multidisciplinary which are in effect at the time the teacher candidate is admitted to Studies III (EC-4) Certification degree plan with the the program shall be followed unless specifically relieved in exception of 6 hours of student teaching or teaching individual cases by three-fourths’ majority of the Teacher internship. Education Committee at the time admission to the program is For middle school education candidates (4-8): considered. Any such policies as may differ from those cited Criteria listed above in 1 through 5 will apply. herein shall be communicated to the candidate in writing as a part 6) Completion of C I 2310, 3301, 3302, 4403, 4311, as well as of the application process. READ 3340, 3332, 3337, C I 3371 (for science teaching field *Students who have been out of college 5 years or more can be only), C I 3361 (for social studies teaching field only.) considered under the “interrupted studies” criteria. For secondary education candidates (8-12): Admission Procedure Criteria listed above in 1 through 5 will apply. Students should apply for admission to the Teacher Education 6) Completion of C I 2310, 3301, 3302, 4402, 4304, as well as program while they are enrolled in C I 2310, Intro to Education. The READ 3342. application is made in writing and submitted to the C I department 7) Completion of at least fifteen hours in each of two teaching office. Transfer students should delay such application until they have fields or thirty hours in one teaching field with a GPA of 2.75 completed one semester of work in residence at McMurry. All sections in the teaching fields.
67 For all-level certificates: 3) Grade point average of 2.75 with no grade lower than a “C” Criteria listed above in 1 through 5 will apply. in each of the following areas. 6) Completion of C I 2310. 3301, 3302, 4402, 4304 or 4312 or a) for elementary certification: 4303, as well as READ 3332 or READ 3342. - professional development courses in Curriculum and Instruction; Students may be given conditional admission to student teaching or - specified elementary coursework (EC-4) or (4-8) teaching internship, at the discretion of the Teacher Education b) for secondary certification: Committee, pending the completion of a specific requirement. A - professional development courses in Curriculum student will not be placed in a student teaching or teaching internship and Instruction assignment until the stated conditions have been satisfied. It is the - teaching field(s) coursework. responsibility of the student who has been conditionally approved to 4) Submission of an application for certification to SBEC inform the Director of Student Teaching as to whether or not the accompanied by the appropriate fee. conditions have been satisfied. Students may not enroll or audit more than nine semester hours (six hours of student teaching, three hours of * Post-bacs: completion of individual certification plans. additional course work) including concurrent enrollment at other institutions during the semester of student teaching without permission POLICY EXCEPTIONS of the Department. The student teaching or internship experience Exceptions to the teacher education policies stated in this Bulletin provides opportunities for translating theories into practice in actual require action by the Teacher Education Committee. A request for EC-12 classrooms. Student teachers are required to remain on their variation should be submitted in writing to the Chairperson of the assigned school campuses during regular school hours. All Department of Curriculum and Instruction at least one month in extracurricular activities and job assignments must be declared prior advance of the time it is desired. Students will be notified in writing of to the beginning of student teaching and must be approved by the action taken by the Teacher Education Committee on their variance department. These experiences provide a culminating capstone in the requests. Teacher Education Program. MULTIDISCIPLINARY STUDIES I REQUIREMENTS OF THE STATE BOARD FOR EDUCATOR Secondary Certificates Grades 8 through 12 and All Levels Certificates CERTIFICATION (SBEC) FOR PROVISIONAL CERTIFICATE The State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) has established This option is for students planning to teach in secondary schools general requirements for the Provisional teaching certificate. These grades 8 through 12. This option is also for students who are seeking requirements include: all-levels certification in those fields which require all-levels certificates. The options for Secondary teaching fields are listed below. 1) Bachelor’s degree from, and the recommendation of, an institution of higher learning approved for teacher education Teaching Field Certification by the SBEC; Art All Levels 2) Be at least eighteen years of age; Business Basic 8 - 12 3) Be of good moral character as evidenced by the Computer Science 8 - 12 recommendation of a Texas senior college; English Language Arts-Reading 8 - 12 4) Be clear of felony or misdemeanor convictions for crimes History 8 - 12 which directly relate to the duties and responsibilities of the Life Sciences 8 - 12 teaching profession. As of September 1, 1982, all applicants Mathematics 8 - 12 for Texas certificates will be screened for a record of felony Physical Education All Levels or misdemeanor conviction through the Texas Department of Physical Sciences 8 - 12 Public Safety. Article 6252-13c, Texas Civil Statutes, Music - Instrumental All Levels authorizes the Commissioner of Education to suspend, Music - Choral All Levels revoke, or refuse to issue a teaching certificate for a person Social Studies 8 - 12 who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor which Spanish 8 - 12 directly relates to duties and responsibilities of the teaching Speech Communication 8 - 12 profession. All potential certificate applicants with criminal *Special Education All Levels convictions should contact the Certification Officer of Technology Applications 8 - 12 McMurry University immediately to seek clarification of their Theatre Arts 8 - 12 certification status. * This certification is available through a cooperative program with 5) Be willing to support and defend the constitutions of the Abilene Christian University. See an education advisor for details. United States and Texas; 6) Have college credit or examination credit in knowledge of the Required Education Courses: Texas and federal constitutions and United States history; C I 2310 READ 3342 7) Achieve a satisfactory score on a competency examination C I 3301 C I 3302 of basic skills in mathematics, reading, and C I 4402 C I 4304 writing/composition. THEA will be the test of basic skills Six hours student teaching based on area of preparation required by McMurry University to meet the SBEC standard; exemptions from the THEA are outlined in the Curriculum MULTIDISCIPLINARY STUDIES II and Instruction office. Grades 4 through 8 Certificates 8) Achieve a satisfactory score on the certification examinations prescribed by the State Board of Education. This option is for students planning to teach in grades 4 through 8. These tests are required as a criterion for receipt of the Teaching fields are available in the following fields. Provisional teaching certificate. Teaching Field Certification McMURRY REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTIFICATION English Language Arts-Reading 4 - 8 McMurry University has established requirements for certification Mathematics 4 - 8 which are above and beyond normal graduation requirements. To Science 4 - 8 secure a recommendation for certification from McMurry, one must Social Studies 4 - 8 meet the following criteria:
1) Completion of an approved degree program in
multidisciplinary studies.*
2) Overall grade point average of 2.75.
68 Required Education Courses: Requirements for degrees and teaching fields follow the course C I 2310 descriptions. C I 3371 (for science teaching field only) C I 3361 (for social studies teaching field only) Curriculum and Instruction Courses ( C I ) ENG 4379 (for English Lang. Arts-Reading only) 2310 Introduction to Education (3-0) Prerequisites: ENG 1310, READ 3340, 3332, 3337 (required for all teaching fields) 1320, COMM 1310, MATH 1311 or higher. This course C I 3301 provides an orientation to education as a profession C I 3302 including the costs and benefits of teaching, the challenges C I 4403 of teaching, employment prospects, the Texas Code of C I 4311 Ethics for teachers, requirements for entering the Teacher Six hours student teaching (based on area of preparation) Education Program and for being certified, as well as basic terminology necessary for future courses in curriculum and MULTIDISCIPLINARY STUDIES III instruction. Twenty hours of in-school observation in both Early Childhood through Grade 4 Certification elementary and secondary schools is required. This course is required for admission to the Teacher Education Program. This option is for students who plan to teach in grades EC through 4. (Fall, Spring) The curriculum will include coursework in early childhood development as well as language arts, science, mathematics, social studies, art , 3301 Theories of Learning (3-0) Prerequisites: Admission to the physical education, drama, and music for elementary majors. The Teacher Education Program and junior standing. Emphasis certification will be Early Childhood through Grade 4 Generalist or will be placed on the behavioral and cognitive theories of Early Childhood through Grade 4 Bilingual Generalist. human learning and their implications for the classroom. Other topics include self concept, learning styles, motivation, Teaching Field Certification and the influence of culture on learning. (Fall, Spring, EC-4 Generalist EC - 4 Summer) (Required for teacher certification) EC-4 Bilingual Generalist EC - 4 3302 American Public Education (3-0) Prerequisites: Admission Required Courses: to the Teacher Education Program and junior standing. C I 2310 READ 3330, 3334, 3335, 3337 Topics include the philosophies and theories of education, C I 3330 C I 3370 the structure and function of the state school system, legal C I 3331 C I 3360 aspects of schools, rights and responsibilities, history of ENG 4380 C I 4330 education, and professional ethics. (Fall, Spring, Summer) ART 3370 or equiv. ECED 4300, 4301 (Required for teacher certification) P E 3340 or 3341 C I 3301 C I 3302 C I 4401, 4303 3330 Teaching Elementary Math (3-0) Prerequisite: Successful Six hours of student teaching completion of the mathematics portion of the THEA Test, or approved THEA exemption, or a grade of “C” or better in Major Electives (six hrs from: ECON 2320, HIST 3310, 3375, P E MATH 1311 or higher. This course introduces the 3341, READ 3315, 3316, 3332, P SC 3375, THRE 3360) Other prospective teacher to concepts and developmentally courses may apply as major electives. See your advisor for further appropriate instructional strategies for math taught at the EC information. through Grade 4 levels. Students will develop an understanding of fundamental elementary math concepts ENDORSEMENTS such as development of early number concepts and number English as a Second Language (EC-4 or 4-8 only) sense, number theory, operations, fractions and decimals, and problem solving through active and investigative Please see your advisor for information if you are currently pursuing projects and activities. (Fall, Summer) this endorsement. As the new state standards come into effect, you (Required for EC-4 certification) will be advised and your degree plan may be modified. Currently, READ 3334, C I 4330, ENG 4382, and C I 4305 are required for this 3331 Teaching Elementary Math II (3-0) Prerequisite: successful endorsement. completion of the mathematics portion of the THEA Test, or approved THEA exemption, or a grade of “C” or better in POST-BACCALAUREATE PROGRAM MATH 1311 or higher. This course will introduce the McMurry University has two certification options for individuals already prospective teacher to concepts and developmentally possessing a bachelor’s degree. 1) A post-baccalaureate student may appropriate instructional strategies for math taught at the EC apply for the teacher education program and complete courses through Grade 4 levels. Students will develop understanding required of undergraduate students, as previously described. 2) If the of fundamental elementary math concepts such as geometry post-baccalaureate student has had a degree for one or more years and measurement, algebraic thinking, and statistics and and wishes to become an elementary or a secondary teacher, the probability through active and investigative projects and student may apply for the FasTrack program which may require fewer activities. (Spring, Summer) (Required for EC-4 certification) hours. This option may include a paid internship in place of student teaching. In all cases, the student should consult with the university’s 3360 Social Studies for EC-Grade 4 (3-0) Prerequisites: Junior program contacts well in advance of planned enrollment to ensure that standing, completion of general education requirements in admissions requirements can be met. history and political science. Study of appropriate TEKS for * A student electing to graduate without certification can apply to the social studies, review and development of concepts post-bac program prior to graduation. appropriate to the TEKS, an understanding of the purpose and function of social studies in the curriculum, development OPTIONS FOR ELEMENTARY SPECIALIZATIONS AND of appropriate lessons and units, and demonstration of skills SECONDARY TEACHING FIELDS for using technology in the classroom. (Spring, Summer) The academic departments offering grades 4-8 and 8-12 fields have (Required for EC-4 Certification) had the following options approved by the Teacher Education Committee. Students should work closely with their advisors in the 3361 Social Studies for Grades 4-8 (3-0) Prerequisites: Junior selection of a specialization or teaching field. standing, completion of general education requirements in history and political science. Study of appropriate TEKS for social studies, review and development of concepts
69 appropriate to the TEKS, an understanding of the purpose 4309 Student Teaching Grades 8-12 (3-0) Prerequisites: Senior and function of social studies in the curriculum, development standing and admission to student teaching. (This is one of appropriate lessons and units, and demonstration of skills half of the student teaching requirement for those seeking for using technology in the classroom. (Spring, Summer) all-level certification in art, music or physical education. Involves a six-week assignment in a secondary school with 3370 General Science for Teachers EC-4 (3-0) Prerequisites: joint supervision by the public school and university One lab science course and successful completion of all personnel. (Fall, Spring) sections of THEA, or proof of exemption status. A course specifically designed to acquaint the prospective teacher 4310 Student Teaching Grades 4-8 (3-0) Prerequisites: Senior with the methods used and the material covered in teaching standing and admission to student teaching. (This is one physical, life, earth and space science in EC-Grade 4. A half of the student teaching requirement for those seeking hands-on, inquiry-based approach is stressed; students will all-level certification in art, music or physical education. have opportunities to design and teach science lessons to Involves a six-week assignment in a secondary school with other members of class. (Fall, Summer) (Required for EC-4 joint supervision by the public school and university certification) personnel. (Fall, Spring)
3371 General Science for Teachers 4-8 (3-0) Prerequisites: One 4311 Planning, Curriculum and Assessment for Grades 4-8 (3-0) lab science course and successful completion of all sections Prerequisites: Available only to post baccalaureate of THEA, or proof of exemption status. A course specifically students. Prerequisites: C I 3301, C I 3302, and student designed to acquaint the prospective teacher with the must be in good standing in the Teacher Education Program. methods used and the material covered in teaching physical, Development of planning skills, such as creating goals, life, earth and space science in middle grades. A hands-on, objectives, lesson plans, and modifying them for special inquiry-based approach is stressed; students will have populations in grades 4-8; development of an understanding opportunities to design and teach science lessons to other of the curricula and their organization in grades 4-8; an members of class. (Fall, Summer) introduction to methods of teaching; and the development of skills to create and evaluate assessments. 4302 Planning, Curriculum, and Assessment for Grades 8-12 (3-0) (Summer) Available only to post baccalaureate students. Prerequisites: C I 3301, C I 3302, and student must be in 4312 Methods and Management for Grades 4-8 (3-0) good standing in the Teacher Education Program. Prerequisites: C I 3301 and 3302. Taken concurrently with Development for planning skills, such as creating goals, C I 4311 or 4403 the semester prior to student teaching or objectives, lesson plans, and modifying them for special internship. Further development of and practice with populations in grades 8-12; development of an methods of instruction, development of higher order thinking understanding of the curricula and their organization in skills for students, planning for classroom organization, and grades 8-12; an introduction to methods of teaching; and the models of classroom management and discipline for grades development of skills to create and evaluate assessments. 4-8 will be presented. (Fall, Spring) (Summer for post (Summer) baccalaureate students only)
4303 Methods and Management EC-Grade 4 (3-0) Prerequisites: 4330 Language Acquisition and Development (3-0) C I 3301, and 3302. (Taken concurrently with C I 4401 the Prerequisites: READ 3330, 3334 and junior standing; oral semester prior to student teaching.) This course will focus communication in the elementary school. An introduction to on planning for classroom organization in grades EC-4, the theories of language acquisition and the stages of models of classroom management and discipline, methods language development. Includes reading and research in for ensuring effective communications with parents and other the areas of sociolinguistics and psycholinguistics. school personnel, and strategies for ongoing professional (Fall, Spring) development. (Fall, Spring) (Required for EC-4 Certification) 4388 Teaching Internship (3-0) Prerequisites: Available to post 4304 Methods and Management for Grades 8-12 (3-0) baccalaureate students and approved undergraduates in lieu Prerequisites: C I 3301, and 3302. (Taken concurrently with of student-teaching. Participant will be employed as C I 4402 or 4302 the semester prior to student teaching.) teacher-of-record in an accredited Texas public school Further development of and practice with methods of district. The student will be supervised jointly by school instruction, development of higher order thinking skills for district and university personnel. Two semesters of students, planning for classroom organization, and models of enrollment are normally required to meet Texas teacher classroom management and discipline for grades 8-12 will certification criteria. (Fall, Spring) be presented. (Fall, Spring) (Summer for post baccalaureate students only) 4401 Planning, Curriculum, and Assessment for EC-Grade 4 (4-0) Prerequisites: C I 3301, C I 3302, senior or post-bac 4305 Student Teaching in the ESL Classroom (3-0) standing, and student must be in good standing in the Prerequisites: Senior standing and admission to student Teacher Education Program. This course will emphasize teaching. Involves a six-week assignment in an ESL or development of planning skills, such as creating goals, bilingual classroom with joint supervision by public school objectives, lesson plans, and modifying them for special and university personnel. (Fall, Spring) populations in elementary schools; elementary curricula and their organization; methods of teaching ; planning lessons 4306 Student Teaching in Early Childhood Classroom (3-0) that stress higher order thinking skills for elementary Prerequisites: Senior standing and admission to student students; and the creation and evaluation of assessment teaching. Observation, participation, and teaching all day for instruments. This is a field-based course which will involve six weeks in an accredited kindergarten or early childhood the student in a minimum of 45 hours of laboratory program. (Fall, Spring) participation in the public schools. This course will serve as the experiential course for those students preparing to teach 4308 Student Teaching EC-4 (3-0) Prerequisites: Senior in grades EC-4. (Fall, Spring) (Required for EC-4 standing and admission to student teaching. Involves a six- certification) week assignment in an elementary school classroom with joint supervision by the public school and university personnel. (Fall, Spring)
70 4402 Planning, Curriculum, and Assessment for Grades 8-12 (4- listed as SPAN 3331) (Required for Bilingual Education 0) Prerequisites: C I 3301, C I 3302, (taken concurrently Generalist EC-4) (Spring odd years) with C I 4304) and student must be in good standing in the Teacher Education Program. Development of planning 3334 Reading and Language Arts in the Multilingual Classroom skills, such as creating goals, objectives, lesson plans, and (3-0) Prerequisites: READ 3330. Methods and curriculum modifying them for special populations in grades 8-12; materials for teaching reading and language arts in the development of an understanding of curricula and their multilingual classroom, teaching English as a second organization in grades 8-12; an introduction to methods of language; language experience and vocabulary building. teaching; and development of skills to create and evaluate (Also cross-listed as READ 3334) (Required for Bilingual tests. This is a field-based course which will involve the Education Generalist EC- 4) (Fall, Spring) student in a minimum of 45 hours of laboratory participation in the public schools and will serve as the experiential 3375 Mexico (3-0) Prerequisites: The history of Mexico from course for those students preparing to teach grades 8-12. prehistoric times to the present; political, economic, social, (Fall, Spring) and intellectual development; United States-Mexican relations. (Also cross-listed as HIST 3375) (Required for 4403 Planning, Curriculum, and Assessment for Grades 4-8 (4-0) Bilingual Education Generalist EC-4) (Fall odd years) Prerequisites: C I 3301, C I 3302, (taken concurrently with C I 4312) and student must be in good standing in the 4322 Spanish Linguistics (3-0) Prerequisites: SPAN 2320 or Teacher Education Program. Development of planning departmental approval. A study of the similarities and skills, such as creating goals, objectives, lesson plans, and differences in the sound systems and sentence structures of modifying them for special population in grades 4-8; English and Spanish including descriptive, applied, development of an understanding of the curricula and their psycholinguistics and contrastive linguistics. (Also cross- organization in grades 4-8; an introduction to methods of listed as SPAN 4322) (Required for Bilingual Education teaching; and the development of skills to create and Generalist EC- 4) (Fall odd years) evaluate assessments. This is a field-based course which will involve the student in a minimum of 45 hours of 4335 Spanish for Teachers and Majors(3-0) (Cross-listed as laboratory participation in the public schools and will serve SPAN 4335) A practicum in language mastery. Prospective as the experiential course for those students preparing to teachers learn the theories and applications of language teach grades 4-8. (Fall, Spring) acquisition skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Spanish majors are expected to develop these skills to the 4601 Student Teaching for Grades EC-Grade 4 (4-0) advanced level. Prospective teachers must demonstrate Prerequisites: Senior standing and admission to student preparedness to pass state required tests for certification. teaching. Involves a full-day assignment in a school with (Fall even years) joint supervision by public school and university personnel. (Fall, Spring) 4X95 Independent Studies (3-0) Prerequisites: No prerequisites. A study program arranged between an advanced student 4602 Student Teaching for Grades 8-12 (4-0) Prerequisites: and an instructor to provide intensive study in a particular Senior standing and admission to student teaching. Involves area of interest. The course includes a definition of goals a full-day assignment in a school with joint supervision by appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attaining public school and university personnel. (Fall, Spring) those goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and means of measuring progress. 4603 Student Teaching for Grades 4-8 (4-0) Prerequisites: Senior standing and admission to student teaching. Involves XX99 Special Topics (3-0) Prerequisites: No prerequisites. A a full-day assignment in a school with joint supervision by study offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden public school and university personnel. (Fall, Spring) departmental curriculum, to meet student demand, or to observe special events. May be repeated for credit when 4X95 Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisites: topics vary. Persons pursuing certification, public school personnel, or permission of instructor. A study program arranged between Early Childhood Courses (ECED) an advanced student and an instructor to provide intensive 4300 Theories and Foundations of Early Childhood Education study in a particular area of interest. The course includes a (ages 3 to 8) (3-0) Prerequisites: READ 3330, C I 2310, definition of goals appropriate for the advanced student, and admission to the Teacher Education Program. A ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequent comprehensive study of the conceptual framework that consultation, and means of measuring progress. reflects the purposes, objectives and practices in the preparation of early childhood professionals. The course will XX99 Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisites: A course of integrate theory and practice and will prepare the student for study offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden experiences in early childhood programs which serve departmental curriculum, to meet student demand, or to diverse student populations and their families. Twenty clock observe special events. May be repeated for credit when hours of field experiences in a TEA accredited kindergarten topics vary. or early childhood classroom is required. (Spring, Summer)
Bilingual Education Courses (BIED) 4301 Materials, Management, and Organization: The Early 3301 Advanced Conversation and Phonetics (3-0) Prerequisites: Childhood Classroom (ages 3 to 8) (3-0) Prerequisites: SPAN 2320. Designed to strengthen speaking skills and READ 3330, CI 2310, and admission to the Teacher oral comprehension. Oral practice is based in part on Education Program. This course will prepare students with dramatic readings in class. (Also cross-listed as SPAN experiences in informal assessment, identification of the 3301) (Required for Bilingual Education Generalist EC-4) stages of development, and content knowledge to create (Spring even years) meaningful learning experiences for early childhood students. Students will develop appropriate 3331 Grammar and Composition (3-0) Prerequisites: SPAN instructional materials for each area in the early childhood 2320. An in-depth study of the grammatical structure of curriculum. (Fall, Summer) Spanish with emphasis on idiomatic expressions, syntax and the development of an individual literary style. (Also cross-
71 Reading Courses (READ) is a prerequisite for all other elementary reading courses and 3315 Children’s Literature I (3-0) Prerequisites: At least one student teaching. (Fall, Spring, Summer) (Required for sophomore-level English course. Survey of seven genres of Grades 4-8 certification) children’s literature from ancient to present times with emphasis on award-winning selections. Special emphasis 3342 Reading in the Content Areas Grades 8 –12 (3-0) on use of children’s books in elementary grades. (Also Prerequisites: No prerequisites. Teaching reading skills cross-listed as ENG 3315) (Fall, Summer) (May be used as necessary to master printed text material in sciences, social a major elective for EC-4 certification) studies, and other content areas. Exploring the correlation of reading ability and learning in the content area classroom. 3316 Children’s Literature II (3-0) Prerequisites: At least one Discovering ways to level content area material for students. sophomore-level English course. A survey of books suitable Planning sample content area units of work incorporating for readers in the upper elementary school. It will include a reading skills improvement. (Fall, Spring, Summer) survey of Newbery Award winning authors and texts. All (Required for Grades 8-12 certification) seven genres of literature will be studied. (Spring, Summer) (Also cross-listed as ENG 3316) (Required for Grades 4-8 certification and English Language Arts and Reading 8-12 certification) (May be used as a major elective for EC-4 certification)
3330 Introduction to the Teaching of Reading EC-Grade 4 (3-0) Prerequisites: No prerequisites. Methods and materials for developing reading instruction. This course includes a study of reading programs used in the public schools. This course is a prerequisite for all other elementary reading courses and student teaching. (Required for EC-4 certification) (Fall, Spring and Summer)
3332 Reading in the Content Areas Grades 4 – 8 (3-0) Prerequisites: No prerequisites. Teaching reading skills necessary to master printed text material in sciences, social studies, and other content areas. Exploring the correlation of reading ability and learning in the content area classroom. Discovering ways to level content area material for students. Planning sample content area units of work incorporating reading skills improvement. (Fall, Spring, Summer) (Required for Grades 4 - 8 certification)
3334 Reading and Language Arts in the Multilingual Classroom (3-0) Prerequisites: READ 3330. Methods and curriculum materials for teaching reading and language arts in the multilingual classroom; teaching English as a second language; language experience and vocabulary building. (Also cross-listed as BIED 3334) (Fall, Spring)
3335 Reading Pedagogies (3-0) Prerequisites: READ 3330 or permission of instructor. Phonics, structural analysis, context clues, and dictionary usage; decoding skills for independent readers to include phonetic analysis and structural analysis. Experience in using word attack skills in the classroom will be included. (Fall, Spring, Summer) (Required for EC-4 certification and may be a selection for Grades 4-8 certification)
3337 Diagnostic and Corrective Reading (3-0) Prerequisites: READ 3330 and 3335 (For EC-4 only). Techniques in diagnosing a child’s problems and in prescribing instruction for those problems. Field experience required. (Fall, Spring, Summer) (Required for EC-Grade 4 and Grades 4-8 certification)
3338 Teaching Reading Grades 8-12 (3-0) Prerequisite: Junior standing. Methods for teaching reading in grades 8-12 with an emphasis on teaching reading as an active process of constructing meaning. Word analysis skills, including graphophonics and semantics, word structure, syntax, and word attack skills. Phonetic and structural analysis will be included. (Required for English Language Arts-Reading 8- 12 certification) (Fall, Spring)
3340 Introduction to the Teaching of Reading Grades 4-8 (3-0) Prerequisites: No prerequisites. Methods and materials for developing reading instruction. This course includes a study of reading programs used in the public schools. This course
72 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE MULTIDISCIPLINARY STUDIES III (Grades EC-4)
A MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MULTIDISCIPLINARY STUDIES III HOURS COMPLETED REQUIREMENTS GRADES EC-4 FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 Required for first-time, fullt ime Fresh- CI 2310 3 men The following CI courses listed in this ACAD 1100 box require admission to the Teacher Education Program. 3 UNIVERSITY CORE CI 3301 3 CORE 1300 3 CI 3302 4 CORE 2300 3 CI 4401 3 CORE 3300 3 CI 4303 6 CI 4601 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION ENG 1310 3 Combination of Subjects ENG 1320 3 READ 3330 3 COMM1310 3 READ 3334 3 READ 3335 3 HEALTH FITNESS 2 READ 3337 3 H F 1210 CI 3360 3 CI 3370 3 RELIGION CI 3330 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 CI 3331 3 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 CI 4330 3 ENG 4380 3 FINE ARTS ART 3370 (or equivalent) 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 ECED 4300 3 ART 1300, 1310, ECED 4301 3 THRE 2330, FA 2310, Select 3 hrs from 3 MLH 2301, 3350 P E 3340, 3341 SCIENCE Select 6 hrs from 6 Select 4 hrs from 4 ECON 2320, BIOL 1401, 2401 HIST 3310, 3375, CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410, P E 3341, GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420, READ 3315, 3316, 3332, PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410 P SC 3375, THRE 3360 MATH GEOG 3310, 3320 Select 3 hrs from 3 *Other courses may apply as major MATH 1311 or higher electives. See your advisor for further information COMPUTER SCIENCE Select 3 hrs from 3 CSC 1305, 3315 BILINGUAL EDUCATOIN HOURS COMPLETED GRADES EC-4 HUMANITIES Select 3A h MrIsN OfrRo ImS N O T REQUIRED FOR THIS BACHELOR3 OF SCIENCE DEGREE. BIED 3301 3 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322 BIED 3331 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 BIED 3334 3 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 3315, 4382 BIED 3375 3 Select 2-3 hrs from 2-3 BIED 4322 3 REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: TWO YEARS HIGH SCHOOL 3315, 3320,CRED 33IT 25,IN A 4S309INGL E FOREIGN LANGUAGE SATISFIES THE LANGUAGE SPAN 1410 4 Any PHILR EcoQ UuIRrsEMe ENT FOR THIS DEGREE. STUDENTS WHO DO NOT HAVE THIS SPAN 1420 4 SLD 1210CR EDIT WILL B E REQUIRED TO TAKE 8 HO URS OF FOREIGN LANGUAGE SPAN 2310 3 AT MCMURRY. STUDENTS WHO GRADUATED FROM HIGH SCHOOL SPAN 2320 3 SOCIALPR SCIIORE TONC 199E 3 DO NOT HAVE A FOREIGN LANGUA GE REQ UIREMENT. PSC 2310 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 ESL ENDORSEMENT HOURS COMPLETED HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320. Select 6 hours from 6 READ 3334 3 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320 ENG 4382 3 PSC 2310, 2320, CI 4305 3 PSYC 1340, 2360, CI 4330 3 SOC 2300, 3320 FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: 8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years of a single foreign language were completed in high school or the student graduated from high school prior to 1993.
73 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE MULTIDISCIPLINARY STUDIES II (GRADES 4-8)
A MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN MSII All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MULTID ISCIPLIN AR Y HOURS COMPLETED REQUIREMENTS STUDIES GRADES 4-8 FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 Required for first-time, fullt ime Fresh- men CI 2310 3 ACAD 1100 READ 3340 3 READ 3332 3 UNIVERSITY CORE READ 3337 3 CORE 1300 3 The following CI courses listed in this CORE 2300 3 box require admission to the Teacher CORE 3300 3 Education Program. 3 CI 3301 3 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION CI 3302 4 ENG 1310 3 CI 4403 3 ENG 1320 3 CI 4312 6 COMM1310 3 CI 4602
HEALTH FITNESS 2 H F 1210 CI 3371* 3 *For Science teaching field only RELIGION Select 3 hrs from 3 CI 3361* 3 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 *For Social Studies teaching field FINE ARTS only Select 3 hrs from 3 ART 1300, 1310, 1313, 2310, THRE1330, 2330, FA 2310, MLH2301, 2350 Select one Teaching Field SCIENCE Available Teaching Fields Select 4 hrs from 4 BIOL 1401, 1405, 1410 English Language Arts-Reading (4-8) GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420 Mathematics (4-8) CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410, Science (4-8) PHYS1400, 1401, 1410 Social Studies (4-8)
MATH Select 3 hrs from 3 MATH 1311 or higher
COMPUTER SCIENCE Select 3 hrs from 3 ESL ENDORSEMENT HOURS COMPLETED CSC 1305 or 3315
HUMANITIES READ 3334 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 ENG 4382 3 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322 CI 4305 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 CI 4330 3 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 3316, 4382 Select 2-3 hrs from 2-3 REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309 Any PHIL course SLD 1210 FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: SOCIAL SCIENCE 8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two PSC 2310 3 years of a single foreign language were completed in high Select 3 hrs from 3 school or the student graduated from high school prior to 1993 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320. Select 6 hours from 6 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320 PSC 2310, 2320, PSYC 1340, 2360, SOC 2300, 3320
74 MULTIDISCIPLINARY STUDIES TEACHING FIELDS GRADES 4 –8
ENGLISH LANGUAGE HOURS COMPLETED SCIENCE HOURS COMPLETED ARTS-READING GRADES 4-8 GRADES 4-8 BIOL 1401 4 ENG 1310 3 BIOL 1402 4 ENG 1320 3 BIOL 1403 4 ENG 3316 3 BIOL 4430 4 ENG 3383 3 CHEM 1410 4 ENG 4379 3 CHEM 1420 4 READ 3334 3 ENVR 3440 4 READ 3337 3 GEOS 1405 4 GEOS 1410 4 Select 6 hrs from 6 GEOS 3422 4 ENG 2311 PHYS 1410 4 ENG 2312 PHYS 1420 4 ENG 2321 PHYS 1401 4 ENG 2322 Select 4 hrs from 4 Select 3 hrs from 3 Advanced CHEM or BIOL ENG 4382 courses ENG 4384 Select 3 hrs from 3 ENG 4371 ENG 4372 Select 9 hrs from 9 ENG 3310 SOCIAL STUDIES HOURS COMPLETED ENG 3313 GRADES 4-8 ENG 3320 ENG 3330 ECON 2310 3 ENG 3341 ECON 2320 3 ENG 3342 GEOG 3310 3 ENG 3371 GEOG 3320 3 ENG 3372 HIST 1310 3 ENG 3373 HIST 1320 3 ENG 3374 HIST 2310 3 ENG 3380 HIST 2320 3 ENG 4340 HIST 3310 3 HIST 3377 3 HIST 4380 3 PSC 2310 3 PSC 2320 3 Select 6 hrs from 6 MATHEMATICS HOURS COMPLETED Advanced U.S. HIST courses GRADES 4-8 Select 6 hrs from 6 MATH 1320 3 Advanced PSC courses MATH 2315 3 MATH 2421 4 MATH 2322 3 MATH 3330 3 MATH 3321 3 MATH 3332 3 MATH 3351 3
Select 3 hrs from 3 MATH 2340, 3302 Select 6 hrs from 6 Advanced MATH courses
75 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE MULTIDISCIPLINARY STUDIES I (GRADES 8-12 or ALL LEVEL)
A MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN MS I All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MULTID ISCIPLIN AR Y HOURS COMPLETED REQUIREMENTS STUDIES I GRADES 8-12 or ALL LEVELS FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 Required for first-time, fulltime Fresh- CI 2310 3 men READ 3342 3 ACAD 1100 The following courses require ad- mission to the Teacher Education UNIVERSITY CORE Program. 3 CORE 1300 3 CI 3301 3 CORE 2300 3 CI 3302 4 CORE 3300 3 CI 4402 3 CI 4304 6 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION CI 4601 ENG 1310 3 ENG 1320 3 COMM1310 3 Select one Teaching Field HEALTH FITNESS 2 H F 1210 Available Teaching Fields:
RELIGION Business Basic (8-12) Select 3 hrs from 3 Computer Science (8-12) REL 1330, 2330, 2340 English Language Arts-Reading (8-12) History (8-12) FINE ARTS Life Sciences (8-12) Select 3 hrs from 3 Mathematics (8-12) ART 1300, 1310, 1313, 2310, Physical Sciences (8-12) THRE1330, 2330, Social Studies (8-12) FA 2310, Spanish (8-12) MLH2301, 2350 Speech Communications (8-12) SCIENCE Technology Applications (8-12) Select 4 hrs from 4 Theatre Arts (8-12) BIOL1401, 1405, 1410 (BIOL 2401 recommended for PE) Art (All Levels) GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420 Music—Instrumental (All Levels) CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410, Music—Choral (All Levels) PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410 Physical Education (All Levels) *Special Education (All Levels) MATH Select 3 hrs from 3 *This certification is available through a cooperative program MATH 1311 or higher with Abilene Christian University
COMPUTER SCIENCE Select 3 hrs from 3 CSC 1305 or 3315 HUMANITIES Select 3 hrs from 3 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322 Select 3 hrs from 3 FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 3316, 4382 8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless Select 2-3 hrs from 2-3 two years of a single foreign language were completed in high REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, school or the student graduated from high school prior to 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309 1993. Any PHIL course SLD 1210 SOCIAL SCIENCE PSC 2310 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320 Select 6 hours from 6 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320 PSC 2310, 2320, PSYC 1340, 2360, SOC 2300, 3320
76 MULTIDISCIPLINARY STUDIES TEACHING FIELDS GRADES 8-12
BUSINESS BASIC HOURS COMPLETED ENGLISH LANGUAGE HOURS COMPLETED GRADES 8-12 ARTS-READING ACCT 2310 3 GRADES 8-12 ACCT 2320 3 ACCT 3370 3 ENG 1310 3 ENG 1320 3 BA 1310 3 ENG 3316 3 BA 3370 3 BA 4370 3 ENG 3383 3 ECON 2310 3 ENG 4320 3 ECON 2320 3 READ 3342 3 ECON 3350 3 READ 3338 3 FIN 3340 3 Select 6 hrs from 6 MGMT 3310 3 ENG 2311 MKTG 3370 3 ENG 2312 Select 3 hrs from 3 ENG 2321 BA 3350, 3371, 4385 ENG 2322 Select 6 hrs from 6 ENG 4381 ENG 4382 ENG 4384 Select 12 hrs from 12 ENG 3310 ENG 3313 ENG 3320 ENG 3330 ENG 3341 COMPUTER SCIENCE HOURS COMPLETED ENG 3342 ENG 3371 GRADES 8-12 ENG 3372 ENG 3373 MMA 2310 3 ENG 3374 CSC 1325 3 ENG 3380 CSC 1330 3 ENG 4340 CSC 2325 3 CSC 3320 3 Select 3 hrs from CSC 3360 3 ENG 4371 CSC 3380 3 ENG 4372 CSC 4310 3 ENG 4374 CSC 4340 3 ENG 4375
77 MULTIDISCIPLINARY STUDIES TEACHING FIELDS GRADES 8-12
HISTORY HOURS COMPLETED MATHEMATICS HOURS COMPLETED GRADES 8-12 HIST 1310 3 CSC 1325 3 HIST 1320 3 MATH 1320 3 HIST 2310 3 MATH 2315 3 HIST 2320 3 MATH 2421 4 HIST 3310 3 MATH 2322 3 HIST 3377 3 MATH 2340 3 HIST 4380 3 MATH 3302 3 MATH 3321 3 Select 6 hrs from 6 MATH 3332 3 HIST 3310, 3312, 3313, 3350, MATH 3351 3 3351, 3352, 3354, 4320, 4330, PHYS 1410 4 4345, 4354 Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 6 hrs from 6 MATH 4301, 4321 HIST 3331, 3360, 3363, 3364, 3375, 4360, 4365, 4375 Select 6 hrs from 6 MATH 3301 Select 3 hrs from 3 MATH 3341 HIST 3310, 3312, 3313, 3350, MATH 4301 3351, 3352, 3354, 3360, 3363, MATH 4302 3364, 3375, 4320, 4330, MATH 4321 4345, 4354, 4360, 4365, MATH 4322 4375 MATH 4331 Select 3 hrs from 3 MATH 3301, 3302, 3321, 3332, 3341, 331
HOURS COMPLETED LIFE SCIENCES PHYSICAL SCIENCES HOURS COMPLETED GRADES 8-12 GRADES 8-12 BIOL 1401 4 CHEM 1410 4 BIOL 1402 4 CHEM 1420 4 BIOL 1403 4 CHEM 2430 4 BIOL 3350 3 CHEM 3410 4 BIOL 3403 4 CHEM 3420 4 BIOL 3460 4 CHEM 3431 4 BIOL 4430 4 PHYS 2510 5 CHEM 1410 4 PHYS 2520 5 CHEM 1420 4 PHYS 3270 2 Select 3-4 hrs from 3-4 PHYS 3300 3 Advanced BIOL courses PHYS 4370 3 PHYS 4390 3 PHYS 43XX 3 Select 4 hrs from 4 CHEM 3432, 3441
Select 3-4 hrs from 3-4 CHEM or PHYS courses
78 MULTIDISCIPLINARY STUDIES TEACHING FIELDS GRADES 8-12
SOCIAL STUDIES HOURS COMPLETED TECHNOLOGY HOURS COMPLETED GRADES 8-12 APPLICATIONS ECON 2310 3 GRADES 8-12 ECON 2320 3 GEOG 3310 3 MMA 2310 3 GEOG 3320 3 MMA 2340 3 HIST 1310 3 MMA 3320 3 HIST 1320 3 MMA 3310 3 HIST 2310 3 MMA 4388 3 HIST 2320 3 ART 1310 3 HIST 3310 3 ART 3330 3 HIST 3377 3 CIS 3380 3 HIST 4380 3 PSC 2310 3 Select 6 hrs from 6 PSC 2320 3 CSC 1325, CIS 3320, Select 6 hrs from 6 COMM 3310, HIST 3331, 3375, 4360, 4365, ENG 4374,4375, 4375 MKTG 3370, 3380, THRE 2210 Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST 3310, 3312, 3313, 4320, 4330, 4345 Select 6 hrs from 6 Advanced PSC courses THEATRE ARTS HOURS COMPLETED GRADES 8-12
THRE 2150 1 THRE 2210 2 HOURS COMPLETED SPANISH THRE 2330 3 GRADES 8-12 THRE 2340 3 THRE 2350 3 SPAN 2310 3 THRE 3320 3 SPAN 2320 3 THRE 3344 3 SPAN 3301 3 THRE 3345 3 SPAN 4311 3 THRE 4360 3 SPAN 3331 3 THRE 4365 3 SPAN 3336 3 SPAN 4322 3 Select 6 hrs from 6 SPAN 4335 3 THRE 3350, 3363, 3365
SPEECH HOURS COMPLETED COMMUNICATION GRADES 8-12
COMM 1310 3 COMM 2330 3 COMM 3310 3 COMM 3315 3 THRE 2320 3 THRE 2330 3 THRE 3320 3 CI 4330 3
79 MULTIDISCIPLINARY STUDIES TEACHING FIELDS ALL LEVELS
ART HOURS COMPLETED PHYSICAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED ALL LEVELS ALL LEVELS ART 1300 3 PE 2330 3 ART 1310 3 PE 2335 3 ART 1313 3 PE 3302 3 ART 2310 3 PE 3321 3 ART 2321 3 PE 3330 3 ART 2301 3 PE 3340 3 ART 2302 3 PE 3341 3 ART 3360 3 PE 3350 3 ART 3370 3 PE 4120 1 ART 3390 (gallery practicum) 3 PE 4320 3 ART 3330 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 PE 3300, 3307, 3310, 4396, 3399, ART 2300, 2304, 3310 3499 OR Select 3 hrs from 3 PE 3100 + (2 hrs from PE 3211, ART 3323, 3322 3212, 3213, 3214, 3299)
Select 9 hrs from 9 Select 3 hrs from 3 Advanced ART courses PE 4313, 4330, 4399, 4397, 4398, (students are encouraged to take 4325 ART 3391 as 3 of the 9 hrs) Select 1 course from 2 HF 1200, 1210 Select 1 Racquet Sport from 1 HF 1120-1129 Select 1 Team Sport 1 HF 1130-1139 Select 1 Cardio Sport 1 CHORAL MUSIC HF 1140-1149 Select 2 HF courses from 2 ALL LEVELS HF electives See requirements listed for Bachelor of Music Education degree Vocal Concentration on page 111.
ALL LEVEL P.E. WITH HOURS COMPLETED PRE-LICENSE ATHLETIC TRAINING
PE 2261 2 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC PE 2331 3 PE 2335 3 ALL LEVELS PE 3307 3 See requirements listed for Bachelor of Music Education degree PE 3321 3 Instrumental Concentration on page 112. PE 3380 3 PE 4120 1 PE 4320 3 PE 4340 3 Select 6 hrs from 6 PE 1121-4122 (3 year minimum)
Select 9 hrs from 9 PE 3302, 3330, 3340, 3341, 3350
Select 3 hrs from 3 PE 3100 + (2 hrs form PE 3211, 3212, 3213, 3214) OR PE 4325 CPR and ARC First Aid or ECA or EMT (requirement of PE 2335)
80 DEVELOPMENTAL STUDIES inequalities, roots, radicals, quadratic equations, complex numbers, and exponential and logarithmic functions. Upon
successful completion of DEVS 0330, the student will be Ms. Bein, Program Director and Director of Academic Enrichment ready to enroll in MATH 1311 or MATH 1399. Some Assistant Professor Bruce laboratory time may be required. (Fall, Spring) Instructors Laurence, St. Jean
1100 Strategies For Learning (3-0) Strategies for Learning is a Mission and Goals: practical course designed to assist students in the The mission of the Developmental Studies (DEVS) Program is to acquisition and application of skills and attitudes necessary respond to the individual differences and special needs of our students to reach their educational goals and to succeed in the in order to enable them to develop the academic skills and attitudes university setting. Some out-of-class academic development necessary to achieve success in the liberal arts curriculum. The activities may be required. Elective credit. (Fall, Spring) Developmental Studies Program intends to serve the mission of
McMurry University by accomplishing the following goals:
1. insure proper placement of students into courses appropriate for their skill level; 2. provide pre-college level courses in the areas of mathematics, reading, and writing; 3. work closely with AEC staff in order to provide tutorial support for students enrolled in DEVS courses; 4. work closely with other departments to insure that DEVS curriculum provides students with the skills necessary to transition into college-level courses.
Program policies:
Students whose academic placement results indicate a need for pre- college development in math, reading or writing must register for and continually enroll in the corresponding Developmental Studies (DEVS) course(s) until it is passed with a grade of “C-” or better. Once students have met this requirement, they must enroll in the corresponding academic course(s).
Developmental Studies courses (with the exception of DEVS 1100) do not satisfy any degree requirements, other than preparation for college-level courses. They do not count for elective credit and may not be applied toward total hours in a degree.
Course Descriptions: (DEVS) 0110 Writing Mechanics (1-0) This course covers the basic principles of grammatical structure, punctuation, and spelling. Recommended for those needing or desiring more training in English grammar and usage before taking ENG 1310. Some laboratory time may be required. (Fall, Spring)
0300 Developmental Reading (3-0) Developmental Reading is designed to help students strengthen deficits in reading comprehension skills. Various techniques in developing vocabulary, determining main ideas, increasing reading speed, and other pertinent topics will be included in this course. (Fall)
0310 Introduction To Composition (3-0) The study of, and extensive practice in, process writing with emphasis on the basic elements of an effective essay, including work on mechanical skills. Recommended for those needing or desiring more training before taking ENG 1310. Some laboratory time may be required. (Fall)
0320 Introductory Algebra (3-0) Elementary algebra including arithmetic of integers, operations with algebraic expressions, solving linear equations and linear inequalities, operations with polynomials, fractions, algebraic fractions, graphing, systems of linear equations, radicals, and solving quadratic equations. Recommended for those needing or desiring more training in basic algebraic concepts before taking MATH 1311. Some laboratory time may be required. (Fall, Spring)
0330 Intermediate Algebra (3-0) Intermediate Algebra will prepare students for College Algebra by introducing concepts such as factoring, rational expressions, graphing linear equations and inequalities, systems of equations and
81 DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH representative examples of poetry, drama, and prose fiction. (Fall, Spring, Summer as needed)
Professor D. Miller, Chairperson Sophomore Literature Courses: (ENG) Professor Buzan 2311 Survey of British Literature I (3-0) Prerequisite: ENG 1320. Associate Professors Bruce, McLamore A General Education option in the Humanities Area, this Instructors Daniel, Thompson course surveys major poets, dramatists, and prose writers Visiting Instructor Andrews accompanied by a survey of the history of British literature Writer-in-Residence Bennett from the Anglo-Saxon period to 1750. (Fall, Spring, Summer
as needed) Mission and Goals: to teach students to write clearly and effectively; 2312 Survey of British Literature II (3-0) Prerequisite: ENG 1320. to introduce them to research; A General Education option in the Humanities Area, this to acquaint them with literary traditions at the college course surveys major writers accompanied by a survey of level; the history of British literature from 1750 to the present. to guide their reading; (Fall, Spring, Summer as needed) to provide them with instruction in linguistics and
language; 2321 Survey of American Literature I (3-0) Prerequisite: ENG to encourage them to practice higher-level thinking 1320. A General Education option in the Humanities Area, skills and to manifest these in writing and discussion; this course surveys major writers accompanied by a survey to teach them how to teach literature, language, and of the history of American literature from colonial times to the writing; period of the Civil War. (Fall, Spring, Summer as needed) to teach and encourage those students who seek
instruction in creative writing; 2322 Survey of American Literature II (3-0) Prerequisite: ENG to advise those students who anticipate careers or 1320. A General Education option in the Humanities Area, graduate work in English; this course surveys major writers accompanied by a survey to participate in on-going curriculum and program of the history of American literature from the Civil War to the review. present. (Fall, Spring, Summer as needed)
Special Programs and Opportunities Advanced Literature Courses: (ENG) Sigma Tau Delta. A professional and national honor society for 3310 Medieval English Literature (3-0) Prerequisite: One students of literature and language. sophomore-level English course. Provides a study of the
prose and poetry of English literature from earliest Anglo- The Galleon. The literary magazine of McMurry University. Saxon times to 1500. (Spring 2007)
Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors 3313 World Literature (3-0) Prerequisite: At least one Program under the Special Program section earlier in the catalog. sophomore-level English course. The course is a
comparative study of representative literary masterpieces of Requirements for Degrees in English and English and Writing major world literatures. Topics will vary. (Spring 2008) follow the course descriptions.
3315 Children’s Literature I (3-0) Prerequisite: At least one Course Descriptions sophomore-level English course. Survey of seven genres of Developmental Courses: ( DEVS) children’s literature from ancient to present times, with 0110 Writing Mechanics (1-0) Prerequisites: None. emphasis on award-winning selections. Special emphasis Recommended for those needing or desiring more training in on use of children’s books in elementary grades. Also cross- English grammar and usage before taking English 1310, this listed as READ 3315. (Fall, Summer) (May be used as a course teaches vocabulary and basic principles of major elective for EC-Grade 4 certification) grammatical structure, punctuation, and spelling. This
course does not meet elective credit and may not be applied 3316 Children’s Literature II (3-0) Prerequisite: At least one toward total hours in degree. (Fall) sophomore-level English course. A survey of books suitable
for readers in the upper elementary school. It will include a 0310 Introduction to Composition (3-0) Prerequisites: None. survey of Newberry Award Winning authors and texts. All Recommended for those needing or desiring more training in seven genres of literature will be studied. Also cross-listed English grammar and usage before taking English 1310, this as READ 3316. (Spring, Summer) (Required for Grades 4-8 course provides the study of, and extensive practice in, certification and English Language Arts and Reading 8-12 process writing with emphasis on the basic elements of an certification, and may be used as a major elective for EC- effective essay, including work on mechanical skills. This Grade 4 certification) course does not meet elective credit and may not be applied
toward total hours in degree. (Fall) 3320 English Renaissance (3-0) Prerequisite: At least one
sophomore-level English course. Topics include First-Year Writing Courses: (ENG) Shakespeare, Milton, and other major Sixteenth- and 1310 Composition and Rhetoric (3-0) Prerequisite: DEVS 0310 or Seventeenth-Century prose stylists, dramatists, and poets. placement demonstrated by ACT or SAT scores, high school (Summer as needed) transcript, CLEP, or departmental exam. Required for all
degree programs, this course provides an intensive study th 3330 Restoration and 18 Century English Literature (3-0) and practice of the fundamental principles of exposition Prerequisite: At least one sophomore-level English course. leading to the habit of effective writing. Classes, limited in The student is exposed to major literary trends from the size, are workshops with individual instruction. Restoration to the Pre-Romantic Movement with reading in (Fall, Spring, Summer as needed) essays (including journalism), political-religious satires
philosophical and lyric poems, drama, and the novel. 1320 Composition and Literature (3-0) Prerequisite: ENG1310. (Fall 2006) Required for all degree programs, this course acquaints
students with the written analysis of literary works including
82 3341 English Romanticism (3-0) Prerequisite: At least one of major critical theories concerning literature will be sophomore-level English course. This course examines examined. (Spring semester) poetry and prose of English Romanticism (1790-1830), in light of dominant philosophical, social, political, and literary Advanced Writing Courses (ENG) trends of the period. (Spring 2006) 3383 Theories of Composition (3-0) Prerequisite: At least one sophomore-level English course. Education majors with 3342 The Victorian Period (3-0) Prerequisite: At least one English teaching fields should take this course, if at all sophomore-level English course. Topics include major possible, in the fall semester of their junior years. This English poets and prose writers, 1830-1900, with emphasis course provides an examination of classical and on distinctive approaches to common artistic, intellectual, contemporary theories of composition and their application and social problems. (Fall 2005) to understanding the various modes of academic and expressive writing. (Fall semester) 3371 Seventeenth- and Eighteenth- Century American Literature (3-0) Prerequisite: At least one sophomore-level English 3385 Professional and Technical Writing (3-0) Prerequisite: At course. The student examines Colonial writings from a least one sophomore-level English course or permission of critical and historical perspective, with an emphasis on instructor. Students will learn the use of rhetorical important developments in religious, political, and social strategies, common formats, and research procedures thought. (Fall 2007) appropriate to the professions, including business, the sciences, and law. (Fall odd years) 3372 Studies in Nineteenth-Century American Literature (3-0) Prerequisite: At least one sophomore-level English course. 4371 Poetry Workshop (3-0) Prerequisite: At least one This course provides an exploration of selected major sophomore-level English course or permission of instructor. American writers of the Nineteenth Century, considering This workshop-style seminar will provide students with their literary backgrounds, distinctive developments, and practice in the techniques of writing poetry and individual specific aims. May be repeated when both instructors and criticisms of poems written by members of the class. texts vary. (Fall 2006) (Fall odd years)
3373 Studies in Modern Literature (3-0) Prerequisite: At least 4372 Fiction Workshop (3-0) Prerequisite: At least one one sophomore-level English course. Topics include an sophomore-level English course or permission of instructor. examination of one or more major authors, styles, genres, This workshop-style seminar will provide students with decades, or movements important to an understanding of practice in the techniques of writing fiction and individual modern literary culture. May be repeated when both criticisms of stories written by members of the class. instructor and texts vary. (Spring semester) (Spring odd years)
3374 Studies in Contemporary Literature (3-0) Prerequisite: At 4374 Writing for Newspapers and Magazines (3-0) Prerequisite: least one sophomore-level English course. A phase, school, At least one sophomore-level English course or permission or collection of writers whose works reflect the state of letters of instructor. Topics include a study of the basic news since the end of World War II will be examined. writing techniques; a brief survey of the history of journalistic (Fall even years) media; an investigation of the theories of journalism; and an examination of contemporary techniques and problems in 3380 Film and Literary Classics (3-0) Prerequisite: At least one journalistic writing. (Fall even years) sophomore-level English course. Students will be introduced to the comparative study of the fundamental, 4375 Writing for Television and Radio (3-0) Prerequisite: At least pervasive, and significant transformations and connections one sophomore-level English course or permission of between film and literature. Possible offerings might range instructor. This course will introduce techniques of from “Film and Shakespeare” to “Film and the Novel.” interviewing and fundamentals of researching and organizing Analytical papers will be required. (Summer as needed) features for radio and television. (Spring even years)
4309 Holocaust through the Eyes of Elie Weisel (3-0) Advanced Studies In Language: (ENG) Prerequisite: none. This course examines the Holocaust 4379 Elementary Language Arts Concepts 4-8 (3-0) Prerequisite: through the writings of Elie Wiesel, a renowned Holocaust Senior standing and successful completion of the General survivor. Readings by Weisel are augmented with film and Education requirements in English and Reading. The documentary presentations. Implications and events of the student will study the scope and sequence of the TEKS Holocaust are examined through religious, literary and (Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills Standards) for historical perspectives. Cross-listed with REL 4309. (May) language arts instruction and the concepts necessary to teach them. Individual skills will be refined and 4320 Shakespeare (3-0) Prerequisite: at least one junior-level consideration will be given to classroom applications. (Fall) English course or permission of instructor. This course will require critical readings of Shakespeare’s greatest poetry 4380 Elementary Language Arts Concepts EC-4 (3-0) and dramas (chronicles, comedies, tragedies), which will Prerequisite: Senior standing and successful completion of help a student form a sound basis for understanding his the General Education requirements in English and READ development as England’s supreme literary artist. 3330. The student will study the scope and sequence of the (Fall semesters) TEKS (Essential Knowledge and Skills Standards) for language arts instruction and the concepts necessary to 4340 Studies in a Major Author (3-0) Prerequisite: at least one teach them. Individual skills will be refined and junior-level English course or permission of instructor. consideration will be given to classroom application. (Fall) Topics will vary and may include British, American, or world literary figures who have had an impact on English-language 4381 TEKS and the Secondary English Curriculum (3-0) literature. May be repeated for credit as author varies. Prerequisite: Junior standing and completion of the General (Spring even years) Education requirements in English. The student will learn how to design and implement instruction that is appropriate 4360 Literary Theory (3-0) Prerequisite: At least one junior-level for each student, that reflects knowledge of the Texas English course or permission of instructor. The development Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), that integrates all
83 components of the English language arts (i.e. writing, reading, listening/speaking, viewing/representing), and that is based on continuous assessment. (Spring)
4382 Introduction to Linguistics (3-0) At least one junior-level English course or permission of instructor. This course provides an introduction to theoretical and applied linguistics including both the historical and structural analysis of the English language. (Spring)
4384 Advanced Grammar (3-0) At least one junior-level English course or permission of instructor. Topics include an introduction to the current theory and practice of grammars of English, emphasizing transformational grammar. (Fall odd years)
4X95 Independent Studies (variable credit) At least two upper- division English courses or permission of instructor. This is a study program arranged between an advanced student and an instructor to provide intensive study in a particular area of interest. The course includes a definition of goals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and means of assuring progress. (by arrangement)
4X96 Honors Tutorial (variable credit) Prerequisite: 15 hours of English credit and admission to the Honors Program. Open to student candidates for honors graduation in English, this course includes reading and research in a particular topic of literature, linguistics, or language. (by arrangement)
4X97 Senior Thesis (variable credit) Prerequisite: Senior standing, admission to the Honors Program, and permission of instructor. Open to student candidates for honors graduation in English, this course focuses on independent research on a topic approved by the faculty of the department, with a final product of a 75-150 page essay submitted for the approval of the department. (Honors graduates must successfully complete either Senior Thesis or Senior Opus) (by arrangement)
4X98 Senior Opus (variable credit) Prerequisite: Senior standing, admission to the Honors Program, and permission of instructor. Open to student candidates for honors graduation in English, this course focuses on a creative writing project, either prose, drama, or poetry, with a final product of a 75- 150 page essay submitted for the approval of the department. (Honors graduates must successfully complete either Senior Thesis or Senior Opus) (by arrangement)
XX99 Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Courses of this nature are offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet student demand, or to observe special events. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (by arrangement)
84 BACHELOR OF ARTS ENGLISH
A MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREEE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 ENGLISH HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fulltime Fresh- men ACAD 1100 ENG 1310 3 UNIVERSITY CORE ENG 1320 3 CORE 1300 3 CORE 2300 3 Select 6 hrs from 6 CORE 3300 3 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICTION ENG 1310 3 ENG 4320 3 ENG 1320 3 ENG 4360 3 COMM 1310 3 HEALTH FITNESS 2 Select 3 hrs from 3 H F 1210 ENG 3310, 3320, 3330, 3371
RELIGION Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 ENG3341, 3342, 3372 FINE ARTS Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 ART 1300,1310, 1313, 2310, ENG 3373, 3374, 4340 THRE 1330, 2330, FA 2310, M LH 2301, 2350 Select 9 hrs from 9 SCIENCE (8 hours) Advanced English electives Select 4 hrs from 4 BIOL 1401, 2401, GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420. Select 4 hrs from 4 CHEM 1400, 1410, FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410. This major requires 2 years of foreign language at the col- lege level, or demonstration of proficiency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign language proficiency exam . MATH Select 3 hrs from 3 MATH 1311 or higher HUMANITIES (8-9 hours) MINOR IN ENGLISH Select 3 hrs from 3 (Not available for English or English and Writing majors) ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322 COURSE HOURS COMPLETED Select 5-6 hrs from 5-6 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, ENG 1310 3 SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, ENG 1320 3 ANY PHIL course, REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, Select 6 hrs from 6 SLD1210 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322 SOCIAL SCIENCE (9 hours) Select 9 hrs from 9 Select 3 hrs from 3 Advanced English courses HIST 1310, 1320, 2310,2320 Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC2310, 2320 Select 3 hrs from 3 ECON 2310, 2320, TEACHING CERTIFICATION IN: HIST 1310, 1320, English Language Arts-Reading Grades 4-8 and Grades 8- PSC 2310, 2320, 2320, 12: PSYC 1340, 2360, Please consult the offerings for the Department of Curricu- SOC 2300, 3320 lum & Instruction for course requirements.
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BACHELOR OF ARTS ENGLISH and WRITING
A MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREEE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOUR COMPLETED MAJOR IN ENGLISH A ND W RITING REQUIREMENTS S FRESHMAN SEMINAR ENGLISH AND W RITING HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fulltime Fresh- 1 men ENG 1310 3 ACAD 1100 ENG 1320 3
UNIVERSITY CORE CORE 1300 3 Select 6 hrs from 6 CORE 2300 3 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322 CORE 3300 3
WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION Select 12 hrs adv. ENG from 12 ENG 1310 3 (no more than one course from ENG 1320, 3 each line) COMM 1310 3 ENG 4360 ENG 3310, 3320, 3330, 3371 HEALTH FITNESS 2 ENG 3341, 3342, 3372 H F 1210 ENG 3373, 3374, 4340 ENG 4320 RELIGION Select 3 hrs from 3 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 Select 9 hrs from 9 ENG 3385, 4371, 4372, 4374, FINE ARTS 4375 Select 3 hrs from 3 ART 1300,1310, 1313, 2310, THRE 1330, 2330, FA 2310, Select 3 hrs from 3 M LH 2301, 2350 Advanced English electives
SCIENCE (8 hours) Select 4 hrs from 4 BIOL 1401, 2401, GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420. Select 4 hrs from 4 CHEM 1400, 1410, PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410. MATH Select 3 hrs from 3 MATH 1311 or higher FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: This major requires 2 years of foreign language at the col- HUMANITIES (8-9 hours) lege level, or demonstration of proficiency by taking a CLEP Select 3 hrs from 3 exam or a foreign language proficiency exam ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322 Select 5-6 hrs from 5-6 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, ANY PHIL course, REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, SLD 1210
SOCIAL SCIENCE (9 hours) Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310,2320. Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC 2310, 2320 Select 3 hours from 3 ECON 2310, 2320, HIST 1310, 1320, PSC 2310, 2320, 2320, PSYC 1340, 2360, SOC 2300, 3320.
86 DEPARTMENT OF A minor must be completed in one of the following disciplines: Biology, Business Administration, Chemistry, Communication, ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Geoscience, Mathematics, or Political Science.
Professor Schofield, Chairperson Freshman Year, Professors Veltkamp, Wilson Semester One Semester Two Associate Professors McCoun, Bertrand ENVR 1405 BIOL 1401 CHEM 1410 CHEM 1420 The Department of Environmental Science is an interdisciplinary ENG 1310 ENG 1320 department. It offers two interdisciplinary majors, namely MATH 1311* or higher C SC 1315 Environmental Science and Natural Science, a minor in Geoscience, Elective Elective and courses in Geography. Sophomore Year, Mission and Goals: Semester One Semester Two The mission of the department is to provide students with (1) BIOL 1402 BIOL 1403 knowledge about our planet and the scientific study of the planet, (2) GEOS 1410 ENVR 2310 an appreciation of the importance and complexity of environmental COMM 1310 COMM 2330 issues, and (3) the resources and skills needed to address these ECON 2310 ECON 2320 issues wisely. Elective(s) Elective(s)
The department of Environmental Science offers courses that Junior Year accomplish this mission and support the mission of McMurry University ENVR 2310 (when offered) by fulfilling the following goals: ENVR 3215, 3440, or 4430 (when offered) MATH 3351 1. Stimulate an interest in and provide knowledge about the 3-4 hrs from approved advanced electives earth and the natural environment for all students. Electives 2. Illustrate to all students the use of the scientific method in studying the earth and the natural environment.. Senior Year 3. Provide all students, and especially majors in these fields, ENVR 3215, 3440, or 4430 (when offered) with a framework for evaluating environmental issues and for ENVR 4388 or 4395 becoming stewards of the natural world. 3-4 hrs from BIOL 3410, ENVR 4350, PSC 3310, 4370, 4. Provide a strong, interdisciplinary foundation in Electives environmental and earth sciences to enable students to *Higher-level math not required but highly recommended to pursue graduate work or obtain professional positions in improve quantitative skills. these fields. 5. Encourage all students to be life-long learners about the Requirements for Degrees in the Department of Environmental earth and environmental problems. Science follow the course descriptions.
Special Programs and Opportunities: Course Descriptions: Internship in Environmental Science. Senior-level students may do an Environmental Science (ENVR) internship with a private business, a government agency, or non- 1405 Resources and Environment (3-3) Cross-listed as GEOS governmental organization. 1405. No prerequisites. Required for and restricted to Environmental Science majors. This should be the first Independent research. Students may (with permission) conduct course for Environmental Science majors. A study of earth research under the guidance of a faculty member. resources including soils, mineral deposits, energy resources and water. It includes water pollution problems Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors and the closely related problems of waste disposal. Hazards Program under the Special Programs section earlier in the catalog for of flooding are also covered. Several local field trips are Honors in Environmental Science and in Natural Science. taken. (Fall, Spring)
Field Trips. Field trips are taken to various sites including two water 2310 Contemporary Issues in Environmental Science (3-0) treatment plants, a sanitary landfill, and several geologic field areas Prerequisites: ENVR 1405, BIOL 1401. Required for such as just south of Abilene, to the “hill country” around Llano and Environmental Science majors. Building on the principles Mason, Texas, to the Mineral Wells and Palo Pinto areas, and to the learned in the prerequisites, this course explores many of Davis Mountains, Big Bend National Park, and the Marathon areas in the contemporary issues in Environmental Science, such as Trans-Pecos Texas. human population, resource needs, biodiversity, global and regional pollution problems, and the role of economics, Summer opportunities. Students can diversify their education by politics, and worldview in environmental issues. These taking summer field courses at various educational institutions (contact issues will be explored using a variety of sources. (Spring Dr. Veltkamp or Schofield for more details). even years)
Suggested Course Schedule for the BS Degree in Environmental 3215 Environmental Geology (0-6) Cross-listed as GEOS 3215. Science Prerequisites: GEOS 1410 and CHEM 1410. Required for Courses listed are required for the BS degree in Environmental Environmental Science majors. This course examines Science unless otherwise noted. Students should try to follow this schedule if possible and should consult closely with their advisors each problems in environmental geology at a more advanced level semester so that they complete prerequisite and required courses in than in the introductory courses. It involves work with maps, the appropriate sequence and so that they do not overlook courses graphs, and calculations that deal with natural hazards, offered in alternating years. In choosing electives, priority should be water resources and contamination, management of solid given to fulfilling core, general education and minor requirements as waste and related topics. Also includes micro-computer soon as possible. Electives should be chosen to ensure at least 40 exercises and field trips. This is an experience-enriched hours of advanced work in the degree. course. (Spring even years)
87 3440 Environmental Chemistry (3-3) Prerequisite: CHEM 1420. Environmental Science faculty member, resulting in a final Required for Environmental Science majors. This course paper and oral presentation to an appropriate audience. This is an experience-enriched course and the capstone explores the chemistry of the Earth’s atmospheric, course for Environmental Science. (as needed) hydrologic, and geologic systems. It includes a study of both
naturally functioning environments and degraded XX99 Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisites: None. A environments. A variety of topics will be investigated, course of study offered occasionally to groups of students to including, but not limited to, atmospheric chemistry, broaden the departmental curriculum, to meet student photochemical smog, ozone depletion and the ozone hole, demand, or to observe special events. May be repeated for aquatic chemistry, acid deposition, and hazardous wastes. credit when topics vary. (by arrangement) The laboratory component will involve a class project in
which a local natural area or urban setting is studied.
Through the project, sampling methods will be presented and a variety of air, water, and soil analyses will be Bachelor of Science Degree in conducted. This is an experience-enriched course. (Spring Natural Science odd years) This degree is based on a broad major in the sciences and is intended 4350 Principles of Geographic Information Systems (2-3) Cross- for those students who plan a career in one of the interdisciplinary areas of science, such as medicine, dentistry, physical therapy, listed as GEOS 4350. Prerequisite: Course in computer paramedical services, meteorology, oceanography, health, etc. No science or permission of instructor. This course introduces minor is required. students to the techniques of geographic information Requirements for the major, in addition to BS degree Core and systems (GIS) which are widely used for land use planning, General Education requirements, follow the course descriptions. environmental management, and decision making. Students learn how to make digital maps (for spatial analysis) linked Natural Science (NTSC) 4X96 Natural Science Honors Tutorial (variable credit) with database information (for attribute analysis). This is an Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Designed for Natural experience-enriched course. (Fall odd years) Science Honors participants. This course provides opportunities for investigations related to an approved upper 4388 Environmental Internship (3-0) Prerequisites: Senior level course (with concurrent enrollment) or as a separate standing, ENVR 3440 or 4430, and permission of instructor. independent study. This course may be repeated. (as This course or ENVR 4395 is required for majors. An on- needed) the-job work experience under the supervision of professionals in government agencies, regulatory bodies, or 4X97 Natural Science Honors Research (variable credit) corporations with business relating to the environment. This Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Designed for Natural is the capstone course for Environmental Science. (by Science Honors participants. Students pursue a research arrangement) topic under the direction of an appropriate Natural Science faculty member ( i.e. from Biology, Chemistry, Environmental 4430 Ecology (3-3) Cross-listed as BIOL 4430. Prerequisites: Science, Geoscience, Mathematics, or Physics), resulting in BIOL 1401, 1402, 1403. Required for Environmental a final paper and oral presentation to an appropriate audience. This is an experience-enriched course and the Science majors. A study of the interrelationships existing capstone course for Natural Science. (as needed) between plants and animals and their environments. Laboratory work consisting of field collecting and studying the plants and animals of the area. This is an experience- GEOGRAPHY (GEOG) enriched course. (Spring)
3310 Political and Cultural Geography (3-0) Cross-listed as PSC 4X95 Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisites: Junior 3310. Prerequisites: None. Required for MS III majors. or senior standing, ENVR 3440 or 4430, and permission of Required for the MS I and MS II Social Studies teaching instructor. This course or ENVR 4388 is required for majors. field. A study of the reaction between human culture and its A study program arranged between an advanced student environment, including urban growth, national development, and influences of geography on history. Focus at local, state, and an instructor to provide intensive study in a particular national, and global levels. (Fall) area of interest. The course includes a definition of goals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attaining 3320 Physical Geography (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Required those goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and for MS III majors. Required for the MS I and MS II Social means of measuring progress. This is the capstone course Studies teaching field. Advanced elective for Environmental for Environmental Science. (by arrangement) Science majors. A study of the spatial arrangement of the earth’s surface, including development of map reading skills;
investigation of varieties of climate, topography, resources, 4X96 Environmental Science Honors Tutorial (variable credit) and other physical features at local, state , national, and Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Designed for global levels. (Spring) Environmental Science Honors participants. This course
provides opportunities for investigations related to an
approved upper level course (with concurrent enrollment) or
as a separate independent study. This course may be
repeated. (as needed)
4X97 Environmental Science Honors Research (variable credit)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Designed for
Environmental Science Honors participants. Students
pursue a research topic under the direction of an
88 PROGRAM IN GEOSCIENCES (GEOS) defines goals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of measuring these goals, a schedule for frequent consultation
and a means for measuring progress. (By arrangement) 1405 Resources and Environment (3-3) Cross-listed as ENVR 1405. No prerequisites. This can be a first course for anyone interested in the earth sciences. It should be the first XX99 Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permission of Geoscience course for Geoscience minors and instructor. Elective for interested students. A course of Environmental Science majors. This course counts for study offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden general education requirements. A study of earth resources program curriculum, to meet student demand, or to observe including soils, mineral deposits, energy resources and special events. (By arrangement) water. It includes water pollution problems and the closely related problems of waste disposal. Hazards of flooding are n also covered. Several local field trips are taken. (Fall, Spring)
1410 Physical Geology (3-3) No prerequisites. This can be a first course for anyone interested in the earth sciences. It should be the second geoscience course for Geoscience minors and Environmental Science majors. This course counts for general education requirements. A study of minerals and rocks in the earth’s crust and how they form. It also includes a study of various geologic processes like plate tectonics, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and landslides. (Fall)
2420 Meteorology (3-3) Prerequisite: MATH 1311 (or equivalent) or higher. This can be a first course for anyone interested in the earth sciences. This course counts for General Education credit. Introduction to basic meteorology. Students learn how the atmosphere is affected by various factors such as solar influences, pressures and winds. They explore the development of upper-level weather systems and learn short-term forecast techniques. Included in the lab activities is a visit to a local TV station and computer assignments on the internet. (Spring, on demand)
3215 Environmental Geology (0-6) Cross-listed and ENVR 3215. Prerequisites: Geos 1410 and Chem 1410. this course examines problems in environmental geology at a more advanced level than in the introductory courses. It involves work with maps, graphs, and calculations that deal with natural hazards, water resources and contamination, management of solid waste and related topics. Also includes microcomputer exercises, and field trips. This is an experience-enriched course. (Spring even years)
3320 Oceanography (3-0) Junior standing or permission of instructor. A scientific study of the ocean and its geology, life forms, chemical and physical behavior. Environmental problems in the sea, such as “ocean dumping” and other sources of marine pollution, are discussed. (Fall)
3422 Historical Geology (3-3) Prerequisite: GEOS 1410. This should be the third geoscience course for Geosciences minors. Experience-enriched course. A study of the geologic history of Earth, especially North America. The emphasis is on how we interpret past environments by studying the rock record. Brief overview of life history on earth. (Spring odd years)
4350 Principles of Geographic Information Systems (2-3) Cross- listed as ENVR 4350. Prerequisite: Course in computer science or permission of instructor. Experience-enriched course. This course introduces students to the techniques of geographic information systems (GIS) which are widely used for land use planning, environmental management, and decision making. Students learn how to make digital maps (for spatial analysis) linked with database information (for attribute analysis) (Fall odd years)
4X95 Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisites: GEOS 1405, 1410, 3422. Upper level elective for Geoscience minors. This is an advanced study or research program arranged between supervising faculty and student which
89 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
A MINOR MUST BE SELECTED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE FROM: Biology, Business Administration, Chemistry, Communication, Geosciences, Mathematics, or Political Science
All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE REQUIREMENTS FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fullt ime Fresh- men BIOL 1402 4 ACAD 1100 BIOL 1403 4 ENVR 1405 4 UNIVERSITY CORE ENVR 2310 3 CORE1300 3 ENVR 3215 2 CORE 2300 3 ENVR 3440 4 CORE 3300 3 ENVR 4430 4 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION GEOS 1410 4 ENG 1310 3 CHEM 1420 4 ENG 1320 3 COMM 2330 3 COMM1310 3 ECON 2310 3 ECON 2320 3 HEALTH FITNESS 2 H F 1210 OR 1200 Select 3 hrs from 3 ENVR 4388, 4395 RELIGION Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 6-8 hrs from 6-8 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 BIOL 3410, ENVR 4350, FINE ARTS PSC 3310, 4370, Select 3 hrs from 3 GEOG 3320, ART 1300, 1310, 1313, 2310, BA 4385 THRE1330, 2330, GEOS 3320, 3422 FA 2310, MLH2301, 2350 SCIENCE BIOL1401 4 FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: CHEM 1410 4 8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years of a single foreign language were completed in high MATH school or the student graduated from high school prior to MATH 3351 3 1993
COMPUTER SCIENCE CSC 1315 3
HUMANITIES MINOR IN GEOSCIENCES Select 8-9 hrs from 8-9 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, COURSES HOURS COURSES SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, ANY PHIL course, GEOS 1405 4 REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, GEOS 1410 4 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, GEOS 3422 4 SLD1210 Select 6 hrs from 6 SOCIAL SCIENCE GEOS Electives (2 hrs must be Select 3 hrs from 3 advanced) HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320. Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC 2310, 2320 Select 3 hrs from 3 ECON 2310, 2320, HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320 PSC 2310, 2320, PSYC 1340, 2360, SOC 2300, 3320
90 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE NATURAL SCIENCE
A MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN NATURAL SCIENCE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN NATURAL SCIENCE REQUIREMENTS
FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 NATURAL SCIENCE HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fullt ime Fresh- men ACAD 1100 BIOL 1402 4 BIOL 1403 4 UNIVERSITY CORE MATH 2421 4 CORE1300 3 MATH 2322 3 CORE 2300 3 CHEM 1420 4 CORE 3300 3 GEOS 1410 4 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION PHYS 1410 4 ENG 1310 3 PHYS 1420 4 ENG 1320 3 Select 4 hrs from 4 COMM1310 3 Advanced GEOS electives
HEALTH FITNESS 2 Select 18 hrs from 18 H F 1210 OR 1200 Advanced Science electives RELIGION BIOL, CHEM, GEOS, PHYS Select 3 hrs from 3 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 FINE ARTS Select 3 hrs from 3 ART 1300, 1310, 1313, 2310, THRE1330, 2330, FA 2310, MLH2301, 2350 SCIENCE BIOL1401 4 FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: CHEM 1410 4 8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years of a single foreign language were completed in high MATH school or the student graduated from high school prior to MATH 3351 3 1993
COMPUTER SCIENCE CSC 1315 3
HUMANITIES Select 8-9 hrs from 8-9 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, ANY PHIL course, REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, SLD1210
SOCIAL SCIENCE Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320. Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC 2310, 2320 Select 3 hrs from 3 ECON 2310, 2320, HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320 PSC 2310, 2320, PSYC 1340, 2360, SOC 2300, 3320
91 DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY graduation, rank in the upper 35% of one’s class, a 3.0 overall GPA, and at least 12 semester hours of history credit with at least a 3.1 GPA
in those courses. Chapter activities include projects and field trips. Professor Pace, Chairperson
Professors Frazier, Shanafelt Vernie Newman Award . This distinction, named after a long-time Assistant Professor Wettemann faculty member, is given annually to the outstanding senior with a
major or teaching field in history. Mission and Goals:
The History Department at McMurry University seeks to: Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors 1. Provide general courses in American and World history, with Program under the Special Programs section earlier in the catalog. emphasis on skills for research and interpretation, as well as
on assimilation of knowledge useful to the informed citizen; Requirements for Degrees in History follow the course 2. Offer advanced courses for preparing students to teach at descriptions: the elementary and secondary levels, and offer a solid basis
for additional study for students who plan to work in post- Course Descriptions: (HIST) secondary education or related areas; SURVEY COURSES 3. Assist the University and its community in developing 1310 World Civilization to 1500 (3-0) Prerequisite: none. Survey historical resources. of world civilization from its origins to the Renaissance and
Reformation in Europe. Comparison of European civilization Special Programs and Opportunities with the non-Western world: Far East, India, Africa, the Public History Certification. A special addition to a student’s degree, Americas. Required for a History major and minor, and for this certification program will introduce students to a variety of areas of History 8-12, and Social Studies teaching fields. (Fall) public history, and offer exposure to the wide array of history professions outside of the teaching classroom. The certificate program 1320 World Civilization Since 1500 (3-0) Prerequisites: none. is available to History majors or minors, History and Social Studies Survey of world history since the Renaissance and Teaching Fields, or with approval of program director (Professor Reformation: absolutism, revolution, and industrialization in Wettemann). The program includes nine hours of required courses, Europe; imperialism and the non-Western world; the two plus six hours of courses chosen from a list of elective courses in World Wars; the growth of non-Western nationalism; the related disciplines. All courses must be completed with a grade of B or contemporary world. Required for History major and minor, better. The course requirements for the certificate are as follows: and for History 8-12, and Social Studies teaching fields.
(Spring) Required Courses: Three courses/Nine hours
HIST 3340: Public History 2310 United States to 1877 (3-0) Prerequisites: none. General HIST 3310: Texas History survey of American history to 1877, concentrating on HIST 4340: Public History Practicum colonial foundation, national growth, Civil War, and
Reconstruction. Problems of the nature of history. Required Elective Courses: One course selected from any two of the following for a History major and minor, and for History 8-12, and areas of concentration (two courses/six hours total): Social Studies teaching fields. (Fall, Spring, Summer I)
Music/Fine Arts: 2320 United States Since 1865 (3-0) Prerequisites: none. ART 2302: Art History II General survey of American history since 1865, ART 3390: Gallery Practices concentrating on economic, social, political and intellectual M LH 2350: American Popular Music developments. Problems of historical evidence and
research. Required for a History major and minor, and for Communication/Theater: History 8-12, and Social Studies teaching fields. (Fall, COMM 2330: Business and Professional Speaking Spring, Summer II) THRE 2350: Costume Construction
THRE 3310: Digital Video Capture and Editing ADVANCED COURSES IN UNITED STATES HISTORY
Topical Courses Business: 3310 Texas (3-0) Prerequisites: none. Cultural, social, economic, MGMT 3310: Principles of Management and political history of Spain in Texas, Mexican Texas, the MKTG 3370: Principles of Marketing Republic; 19th and 20th century developments; minorities in B A 4385: Ethics in Business and Society Texas; geography of Texas. Requirement option for major
and minor in History, and for History 8-12, and Social Geography/Political Science: Studies teaching fields. (Spring) P SC 3310/GEOG 3310: Political and Cultural Geography
3312 The American Indian (3-0) Prerequisites: Six hours of lower Field Work: level history or permission of instructor. A study of the In addition to the required coursework, students seeking a certificate in indigenous peoples on North America from ancient times to public history will also perform ten hours of volunteer work in any two the present with an emphasis on those tribes occupying of the following areas of concentration, working under the guidance of lands now within the boundaries of the United States, a public history professional. Field work must be performed in fields highlighting social and cultural history. Central themes unrelated to the project undertaken in HIST 4340: Public History include Indian resistance, adaptation, and persistence. Practicum. The program director will coordinate this work, in Requirement option for major and minor in History, and for conjunction with the appropriate local entities: History 8-12, and Social Studies teaching fields. (Fall odd Archival Management Editing and Publishing years) Historical Archaeology Historical Interpretation Historic Preservation Material Culture Conservation Government/Public Policy Site and Museum Management 3313 The Black Experience in America (3-0) Prerequisites: Six hours of lower-level history or permission of instructor. A chronological survey of black history in the United States; Phi Alpha Theta. Phi Alpha Theta is a history honorary with chapters development of slavery, slave experience, the struggle to on more than 700 campuses across the United States. Membership is gain and define freedom, segregation, and movement for society based on completion of 2/3 of the course requirements for civil rights and equality. Requirement option for major and
92 minor in History, and for History 8-12, and Social Studies 20th century. Requirement option for major and minor in teaching fields. (Spring odd years) History, and for History 8-12, and Social Studies teaching fields. (Spring even years) 4320 The Old South (3-0) Prerequisites: Six hours of lower-level history or permission of instructor. A study of the Southern 4354 The U.S. in the Era Of World War (3-0) Prerequisites: Six distinctiveness from colonial times to 1865 including an hours of lower-level history or permission of instructor. examination of the plantation system, race, slavery, religion, Study of the United States during the era of the World Wars gender, Native Americans, cultural continuity, and (1914-1950) including America’s coming of age as a world geographical dimensions. Themes include the growth of power, politically, militarily, economically, and culturally. Southern nationalism, social history, and a discussion of the Requirement option for major and minor in History, and for origins of a distinctive South. Requirement option for major History 8-12, and Social Studies teaching fields. (Spring and minor in History, and for History 8-12, and Social odd years) Studies teaching fields. (Fall odd years) ADVANCED COURSES IN WORLD HISTORY 4330 The American Frontier (3-0) Prerequisites: Six hours of Topical Courses lower-level history or permission of instructor. An 3331 Modern Britain (3-0) Prerequisites: Six hours of lower-level exploration of the unique pioneering spirit in American history or permission of instructor. British history since 1485 history with an examination of the European and American after brief background on the developments of the medieval experiences in settling new lands from 1540 to 1890. period. Topics include the English Reformation, the Emphasis on social and cultural history with special development of Parliament, the growth of the British Empire, treatment of American expansionism, Manifest Destiny, and industrialization, liberalism, and collectivism. Requirement the frontier experience of women and Native Americans. option for major and minor in History, and for History 8-12, Requirement option for major and minor in History, and for and Social Studies teaching fields. (Spring odd years) History 8-12, and Social Studies teaching fields. (Spring odd years) 3375 Mexico (3-0) Prerequisites: Six hours of lower-level history or permission of instructor. The history of Mexico from 4345 Special Topics in American History (3-0) Prerequisites: Six prehistoric times to the present: political, economic, social, hours of lower-level history or permission of instructor. and intellectual development; United States-Mexican Focus on a particular area of United States history, such as relations. (Also cross-listed as BIED 3375). Requirement diplomatic, economic, local, or military history. Emphasis on option for major and minor in History, and for History 8-12, appropriate research and specialized readings. May be and Social Studies teaching fields. (Spring even years) repeated for credit when topics are different. Requirement option for major and minor in History, and for History 8-12, 4360 Russia and the Soviet Union (3-0) Prerequisites: Six hours and Social Studies teaching fields. (as needed) of lower-level history or permission of instructor. Background to 19th century. Tsarist Russia: autocracy, Period Courses revolutionary intelligentsia. Economic, social developments. 3350 Colonial and Revolutionary America, 1607-1789 (3-0) The Russian Revolution. Lenin, Stalin, the 5-Year Plans. Prerequisites: Six hours of lower-level history or permission World War II, Cold War, de-Stalinization, and the demise of of instructor. A study of the culture and institutions of the the Soviet system. Requirement option for major and minor United States as developed through English colonization in in History, and for History 8-12, and Social Studies teaching the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. Political, fields. (Fall odd years) economic, technological, cultural, and religious aspects of the British North American colonies, including their fight for 4365 Modern Germany (3-0) Prerequisites: Six hours of lower- independence and the quest for a national government. level history or permission of instructor. Survey of the main Requirement option for major and minor in History, and for elements of German history in the 19th and the 20th centuries, History 8-12, and Social Studies teaching fields. (Fall odd from disunity to Reich to partition to reunification. Emphasis years) on the question of continuity between key periods and figures and their responsibility for the two World Wars. 3351 The Early American Republic, 1787-1848 (3-0) Requirement option for major and minor in History, and for Prerequisites: 6 hrs of lower-level history or permission of History 8-12, and Social Studies teaching fields. (Fall even instructor. The United States from the adoption of the years) Constitution of 1787 through the Mexican War. Political institutions and practices, economic growth, reform 4375 Special Topics in World History (3-0) Prerequisites: Six movements, and westward expansion are emphasized. hours of lower-level history or permission of instructor. Requirement option for major and minor in History, and for Focus on a particular area of world history, such as History 8-12, and Social Studies teaching fields. (Fall even international relations, economic history, imperialism, history years) of science, Eastern Europe, or Modern Far East. Emphasis on appropriate research and specialized readings. May be 3352 Civil War and Reconstruction (3-0) Prerequisites: Six hours repeated for credit when topics are different. Requirement of lower-level history or permission of instructor. A study of option for major and minor in History, and for History 8-12, the social, economic, and political causes of the Civil War, and Social Studies teaching fields. (as needed) the events leading to the outbreak of hostilities, and the war itself. The study also includes an analysis of the attempts to Period Courses reunite the nation, to reconstruct the South, and to integrate 3360 Renaissance and Reformation (3-0) Prerequisites: Six hours the freedmen into society. Requirement option for major and of lower-level history or permission of instructor. Origins of minor in History, and for History 8-12, and Social Studies Renaissance humanism, commercial and scientific teaching fields. (Fall even years) revolutions, national states. Protestant and Catholic Reformations; wars of religion. European overseas 3354 Contemporary United States (3-0) Prerequisites: Six hours exploration and conquest. Requirement option for major and of lower-level history or permission of instructor. Recent minor in History, and for History 8-12, and Social Studies developments in American society, investigating the unity teaching fields. (Fall even years) and diversity of American life in its cultural, political, economic, and intellectual aspects in the second half of the
93 3363 Studies in Nineteenth Century Europe (3-0) Prerequisites: 4X96* Honors Tutorial. Prerequisites: 15 hours in history and Six hours of lower-level history or permission of instructor. admission to departmental honors program. Designed for Study of European civilization from the French Revolution to the honors student in history; includes reading in a particular the opening of the 20th century. Impact of the Industrial topic, historical and historiographical analysis, and research. Revolution on European life, the growth of liberalism and Required for Honors Program. Requirement option for major socialism, and the emergence of modern mass society and and minor in History, and for History 8-12, and Social consciousness. Requirement option for major and minor in Studies teaching fields. (by arrangement) History, and for History 8-12, and Social Studies teaching fields. (Fall odd years) 4X97* Senior Thesis. Prerequisites: 18 hours in history, admission to departmental honors program, and approval of research 3364 Studies in Twentieth Century Europe (3-0) Prerequisites: project by department and Honors Committee. Designed for Six hours of lower-level history or permission of instructor. the candidate for departmental honors and as a capstone Study of Europe from the outbreak of World War I to the course for the student majoring in history. An independent present, emphasizing the aftermath of World War I, the research project on a topic approved by the history faculty; crises of the Depression years, World War II, the Cold War, findings reported in writing and orally to the faculty of the and the post-Cold War era. Requirement option for major department. Successful completion required for graduation and minor in History, and for History 8-12, and Social with honors in history. Required for Honors Program. Studies teaching fields. (Spring even years) Requirement option for major and minor in History, and for History 8-12, and Social Studies teaching fields. (by Public History arrangement) 3340 Public History Introduction to the field of public history and the application of history and historical methods in a variety *Honors Courses of settings including museums, historic sites, archives, communities, and historical societies. Requirement for certification in Public History; may not be used to fulfill History major or minor, or History/Social Studies teaching field requirements. (Fall)
4340 Public History Practicum Prerequisite: HIST 3340. Application of the skills and methods of the public historian in a practical setting. Requirement for certification in Public History; may not be used to fulfill History major or minor, or History/Social Studies teaching field requirements. (Spring)
OTHER ADVANCED HISTORY 3377 Historiography and Methods (3-0) This course is an introduction to the discipline of history and a survey of research methodology as employed by historians. Unlike other undergraduate courses in history, it is not a study of the past; instead, it is a study of the philosophy of history, investigative techniques, and the mechanics of historical research. The course will also provide an introduction to American historiography, namely the systematic study of major historians and their work. Also, this course will provide a research practicum during which students will be able to employ the material they are surveying as part of a project, the topics of which will be of their choice within the limits of the course. Required for BA in History. and for History 8-12, and Social Studies teaching fields. (Fall, Spring)
4380 Senior Research Seminar. Prerequisite: HIST 3377, or permission of the instructor. This course involves research on a specialized historical topic culminating in a seminar paper. Students will demonstrate breadth of knowledge and skills mastered since their introduction in other history courses. Subject of seminar paper to be determined by the student, in consultation with the instructor. Required for a BA in History, and for History 8-12, and Social Studies teaching fields. This is the capstone course for History. (Fall)
4X95 Independent Studies. Prerequisites: Six hours of lower-level history or permission of instructor. A study program arranged between an advanced student and an instructor to provide intensive study in a particular area of interest. The course includes a definition of goals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and means of measuring progress. Requirement option for major and minor in History, and for History 8-12, and Social Studies teaching fields. (by arrangement)
94 BACHELOR OF ARTS HISTORY
A MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN HISTORY REQUIREMENTS HISTORY HOURS COMPLETED FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 Required for first-time, fullt ime Fresh- men HIST 1310 3 HIST 1320 3 ACAD 1100 HIST 2310 3 UNIVERSITY CORE HIST 2320 3 CORE 1300 3 HIST 3377 3 CORE 2300 3 HIST 4380 3 CORE 3300 3 Select 6 hrs from 6 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION HIST 3310, 3312, 3313, 4320, ENG 1310 3 4330, 4345, 3350, 3351, 3352, ENG 1320, 3 3354, 4354 COMM 1310 3 HEALTH FITNESS 2 Select 6 hrs from 6 H F 1210 HIST 3331, 3375, 4360, 4365, 4375, 3360, 3363, 3364 RELIGION Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 6 hrs from 6 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 Advanced U.S. or W orld History Courses FINE ARTS Select 3 hrs from 3 ART 1300,1310, 1313, 2310, THRE 1330, 2330, FA 2310, M LH 2301, 2350 FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: SCIENCE (8 hours) This major requires 2 years of foreign language at the college Select 4 hrs from 4 Level, or demonstration of proficiency by taking a CLEP exam BIOL 1401, 2401, or A foreign language proficiency exam. GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420. Select 4 hrs from 4 CHEM 1400, 1410, PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410.
MATH MINOR IN HISTORY Select 3 hrs from 3 (Not available for History majors) MATH 1311 or higher COURSE HOURS COMPLETED HUMANITIES (8-9 hours) Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST 1310 3 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322 HIST 1320 3 Select 5-6 hrs from 5-6 HIST 2310 3 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, HIST 2320 3 SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, ANY PHIL course, Select 6 hours from 6 REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, Advanced History Electives 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, SLD1210
SOCIAL SCIENCE (9 hours) Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310,2320. Select 3 hrs from 3 TEACHING CERTIFICATION PSC2310, 2320 History and Social Studies Select 3 hrs from 3 ECON 2310, 2320, History: Grades 8-12 HIST 1310, 1320, Social Studies: Grades 4-8 or 8-12 PSC 2310, 2320, 2320, Please consult the offerings for the Department of Curriculum PSYC 1340, 2360, & Instruction for course requirements. SOC 2300, 3320
95 DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS DEVS 0330 Intermediate Algebra (3-0) Prerequisite: Successful completion of DEVS 0320 or permission of instructor.
Intermediate Algebra will prepare students for College Associate Professor Thornburg, Chairperson Algebra by introducing concepts such as factoring, Associate Professors McCoun, Swanson rational expressions, graphing linear equations and Assistant Professors Flores, Martin, inequalities, roots, radicals, quadratic equations,
complex numbers, and exponential and logarithmic Mission and Goals: functions. Upon successful completion of DEVS 0330, The mission of the Department of Mathematics is to provide: the student will be ready to enroll in MATH 1311. This 1. an opportunity to understand and appreciate mathematics in course does not count as credit for mathematics, or the context of its historical and cultural development. satisfy any degree requirement other than preparation 2. a foundation in mathematics that will prepare students for for college-level courses. (Fall, Spring) careers or graduate education.
3. an environment which encourages different methods of MATH 1311 College Algebra (3-0) This college algebra course learning and instruction. focuses on modeling real data, e.g., environmental In order to accomplish its mission the Department will offer variety in its issues. Topics covered include linear and quadratic curriculum, attempt to maintain adequate library resources, and functions, systems of linear equations and matrices, provide students with opportunities to participate in mathematics exponential and logarithmic functions, series, organizations, hear guest speakers, engage in research, and receive inequalities, and linear programming. A graphing awards for their accomplishments. calculator is preferred, preferably a TI83+. Some
students will be required to take DEVS 0320 before The Department will continue to make use of technology and current being allowed to take this course according to McMurry’s trends in the emphasis of problem solving. Faculty members will use academic placement policy. MATH 1311 or a higher- different methods of instruction where appropriate to help students level mathematics course fulfulls the General Education understand basic concepts and theory in depth as well as breadth. requirement for BA and BBA degrees. Consult Students will be expected to develop reading, writing, and requirements for your major to see if this course is communication skills as well as analytical and quantitative skills. The required. (Fall, Spring) Department will provide service courses to other disciplines. These courses will emphasize problem solving and applications. 1312 Trigonometry ( 3-0) Prerequisite: MATH 1311
Trigonometric functions, solutions of right and oblique The Faculty members will continue to be current in their knowledge of triangles, trigonometric identities and equations, graphs mathematics and mathematics education. They will pursue intellectual of the trigonometric functions, and DeMoivre’s theorem. development with teaching being the first priority. A graphing calculator is required, preferably a TI83+.
This course (or Precalculus) is a prerequisite for The physical facilities will continue to be current and conducive to Calculus I if a student has not had trigonometry in high learning. school. (Spring)
Special Programs and Opportunities: 1320 Pre-Calculus (3-0) Prerequisites: A student must have a Mathematics Club. The Mathematics Club is open to all students strong background in high school algebra and geometry. interested in mathematics. Activities might include programs of special A study of linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, interest, speakers, and field trips. exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions with
their graphs and applications. Other topics include Kappa Mu Epsilon. This is an national honor society for students inverse functions, inequalities, systems of equations, meeting the necessary academic requirements. solution of triangles, trigonometric identities, polar
coordinates, and complex numbers. A graphing Departmental Awards. Each spring, awards are presented to calculator is required, preferably a TI83+. This course outstanding students at the freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior is a prerequisite for Calculus I. (Fall) levels. An outstanding junior is awarded the Jennie Tate and the
Clyde A. and Mary Long Scholarship to be used during the student’s 2315 Discrete Mathematics (3-0) Prerequisite: Math 1311 or senior year. permission of instructor. Concepts covered are sets,
functions, proof techniques, logic, logic circuits, relations William Lowell Putnam Competition A national competition held for on sets, counting, pigeonhole principle, binomial students who are recommended by the mathematics faculty. This is coefficients, recurrence relations, and graph theory. held annually the first Saturday of December. Required for the mathematics major and the math-
computer science major. (Fall and Spring) Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors
Program under the Special Program section earlier in the catalog. 2421 Calculus I (3-1) Prerequisite: MATH 1320 or MATH
1311 and 1312 or permission of instructor. An Introduc- Requirements for Degrees in Mathematics follow the Course tion to the fundamental concepts, theorems, and Descriptions. applications of limits, continuity, differentiation,
antidifferentiation, and integration of algebraic, Course Descriptions: logarithmic, exponential, and trigonometric functions. DEVS 0320 Introductory Algebra (3-0) Elementary algebra Required for the mathematics major, minor, and math- including arithmetic of integers, operations with computer science major. (Fall, Spring) algebraic expressions, linear equations, linear
inequalities, operations with polynomials, fractions,
algebraic fractions, graphing, systems of linear 2322 Calculus II (3-0) Prerequisite: MATH 2421. Inverse equations, radicals, and quadratic equations. functions, inverse trigonometric functions, numerical Recommended for those needing or desiring more approximation, l’Hopital’s rule, sequences and series, training in basic algebraic concepts before taking analytical geometry, calculus using polar coordinates, Mathematics 1311. Some laboratory time may be volumes of solids of revolution, improper integrals, required. This course does not count as credit for applications of the definite integral, techniques of mathematics, or satisfy any degree requirement other integration including integration by parts, algebraic and than preparation for college-level courses. (Fall, Spring)
96 trigonometric substitution, partial fractions. Required for the 4302 Advanced Analysis II (3-0) Prerequisite: MATH 4301 A mathematics major, minor, and math-computer science continuation of Mathematics 4301. An optional course for major. (Fall, Spring) the mathematics major, and minor. (Spring even years)
2340 Linear Algebra (3-0) Prerequisite: MATH 2421 or 4321 Abstract Algebra I (3-0) Prerequisite: MATH 2315 and 2340. permission of instructor. An elementary introduction to A study of number theory, elementary theory of groups, basic concepts of Linear Algebra. Topics to be included are rings, integral domains, and fields. A required course for the matrices, determinants, linear transformations and vector math, math-computer science major. (Fall even years) spaces. Required for the mathematics major, minor, and math-computer science major. This is an optional course for 4322 Abstract Algebra II (3-0) Prerequisite: MATH 4321. A math teaching field (4-8). (Fall, Spring) continuation of Mathematics 4321. An optional course for the mathematics major, and minor. (Spring odd years) 3301 Multivariable Calculus (3-0) Prerequisites: MATH 2322 and 2340. An introduction to calculus of several variables. 4331 Numerical Analysis With Computer Applications (3-0) Topics to be included are differentiation, partial derivatives, Prerequisites: CSC 1325 and MATH 2421 and 2340. Basic multivariable chain rule, directional derivatives, gradients, numerical methods for function evaluation, root finding, extrema of real valued functions, constrained extrema and evaluation of integrals, simultaneous linear equations, and LaGrange multipliers, divergence, curl, multiple integrals, ordinary differential equations. (Also cross-listed as line integrals, surface integrals, Green’s Theorem, Stokes’ Computer Science 4331.) Required for the math-computer Theorem, and Divergence Theorem. This is an optional science major and optional for the mathematics major. course for the mathematics major, and minor. (Spring) (Spring)
3302 Intermediate Analysis (3-0) Prerequisites: MATH 2315, 4388 Internship In Mathematics This is a pre-approved and 2322 . Properties of the real numbers, continuous functions, supervised work experience for selected students. differentiable functions, infinite series, and the topology of Registration is by permission only for students who have met the real numbers. Required for the mathematics major, (8- all the qualifications. See department chair for details. 12) math teaching field, and math-computer science major. Optional for the (4-8) math teaching field.(Spring) 4X95 Independent Studies A study program arranged between an advanced student and an instructor to provide intensive 3321 College Geometry (3-0) Prerequisites: MATH 2315 or 3302 study in a particular area of interest. The course includes a or permission of instructor. A study of advanced Euclidean definition of goals appropriate for the advanced student, geometry and some of the theorems of non-Euclidean ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequent geometry, which is intended to provide a broader view of consultation, and means of measuring progress. geometry for those who plan to teach high school mathematics. (Spring) 4X96* Honors Tutorial Prerequisites: 25 hours in mathematics and admission to departmental honors program. Designed for 3332 Theory of Secondary School Mathematics (3-0) A course the honors student in mathematics, including study of designed to aid the prospective secondary mathematics particular topic, historical and background analysis, and teacher in understanding the concepts of mathematics now research. being taught in the secondary schools. Manipulatives, cooperative learning investigations, projects, writing 4X97* Senior Thesis Of Project Prerequisite: 18 hours in assignments, and technology are part of the syllabus. This mathematics, admission to departmental honors program, course is open only to those who will be student teaching in and approval of research project by department and Honors secondary mathematics during the following spring or fall Committee. Designed for the honors student in semester. (Fall) mathematics. An independent research project on a topic approved by the mathematics faculty. Findings reported in 3341 Ordinary Differential Equations (3-0) Prerequisites: MATH writing and orally to the faculty of the department. 2322. A systematic treatment of the general theory of Successful completion required for graduation with honors ordinary differential equations. Linear equations with in mathematics. constant coefficients, with variable coefficients, with regular singular points; existence and uniqueness of solutions to first XX99 Special Topics A course of study offered occasionally to order equations. Required for the math-computer science groups of students to broaden departmental curriculum, to major and optional for the mathematics major, and minor. meet student demand, or to observe special events. May be (Fall) repeated for credit when topics vary.
3351 Statistics (3-0) Prerequisite: MATH 1311 or permission of
instructor. Introduction to statistics and probability theory, sampling techniques, classification of data, descriptive statistics, exploratory data analysis, probability, random variables, probability distributions, sampling distributions, confidence intervals, tests of hypothesis, correlation, linear regression, chi-square tests, and introduction to analysis of variance. Required for the math-computer science major, nursing major, and optional for the mathematics major. (Fall, Spring)
4301 Advanced Analysis I (3-0) Prerequisite: MATH 3302. A rigorous treatment of topics introduced in elementary calculus and more advanced topics basic to the study of real analysis. A required course for the Math major. (Fall odd years)
97 BACHELOR OF ARTS MATHEMATICS
A MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN MATHEMATICS REQUIREMENTS
FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 MATHEMATICS HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fullt ime Fresh- men MATH 2315 3 ACAD 1100 MATH 2421 4 UNIVERSITY CORE MATH 2322 3 CORE 1300 3 MATH 2340 3 CORE 2300 3 MATH 3302 3 CORE 3300 3 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION Select 9 hrs from 9 ENG 1310 3 MATH 4301, 4302, 4321, 4322 ENG 1320 3 COMM 1310 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 HEALTH FITNESS 2 MATH 3341, 3351, 4331 H F 1210 RELIGION 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 3 hrs from Advanced MATH Electives REL 1330, 2330, 2340 FINE ARTS 3 Select 3 hrs from ART 1300,1310, 1313, 2310, THRE 1330, 2330, FA 2310, FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: M LH 2301, 2350 This major requires 1 years of foreign language at the college SCIENCE level, or demonstration of proficiency by taking a CLEP exam Select 4 hrs from 4 or a foreign language proficiency exam. BIOL 1401, 2401, GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420. Select 4 hrs from 4 CHEM 1400, 1410, PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410.
MINOR IN MATHEMATICS MATH
Select 3 hrs from 3 MATH 1311 or higher COURSE HOURS COMPLETED HUMANITIES (8-9 hours) MATH 2421 4 Select 3 hrs from 3 MATH 2322 3 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322 MATH 2340 3 Select 5-6 hrs from 5-6
ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, Select 3 hrs from 3 ANY PHIL course, MATH 3301, 3341 REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, Select 6 hrs from SLD1210 Math E lectives 3 Advanced Math Electives 3 SOCIAL SCIENCE (9 hours) Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310,2320. Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC2310, 2320 Select 3 hours from 3 TEACH ING CERT IF IC ATION IN MAT H: ECON 2310, 2320, Mathematics: Grades 4-8 and 8-12 HIST 1310, 1320, Please consult the offerings for the Department of Curriculum PSC 2310, 2320, 2320, & Instruction for course requirements. PSYC 1340, 2360, SOC 2300, 3320
98 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE MATHEMATICS
A MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN MATHEMATICS All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN MATHEMATICS REQUIREMENTS FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 MATHEMATICS HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fulltime Freshmen ACAD 1100 MATH 2315 3 UNIVERSITY CORE MATH 2421 4 CORE 1300 3 MATH 2322 3 CORE 2300 3 MATH 2340 3 CORE 3300 3 MATH 3302 3 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION Select 3 hrs from 3 ENG 1310 3 MATH 3301, 3341 ENG 1320 3 Select 9 hrs from 9 COMM1310 3 MATH 4301, 4302, 4321, 4322
HEALTH FITNESS 2 Select 9 hrs from 9 H F 1210 OR 1200 MATH 3301, 3321, 3341, 3351, RELIGION 4302, 4322, 4331, 4x95*, 4x99 Select 3 hrs from 3 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 *maximum of 3 hours from 4x95 (special topics) FINE ARTS Select 3 hrs from 3 ART 1300, 1310, 1313, 2310, THRE1330, 2330, FA 2310, FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: MLH2301, 2350 8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years of a single foreign language were completed in high SCIENCE school or the student graduated from high school prior to Select 4 hrs from 4 1993 BIOL1401, 2401 GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420 Select 4 hrs from 4 CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410, PHYS1400, 1401, 1410 MINOR IN MATHEMATICS MATH (Not available for Math majors) Select 3-4 hrs from 3-4 MATH 2421, 3351 COURSE HOURS COMPLETED
COMPUTER SCIENCE MATH 2421 4 Select 3 hrs from 3 MATH 2322 3 CSC 1315, 1325, 1330, 2370, 3320, 3330 MATH 2340 3 HUMANITIES Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 8-9 hrs from 8-9 MATH 3301, 3341 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, Select 6 hrs from 6 SPAN4311, 4312, 4313, Math electives ANY PHIL course, (a minimum of 3 hrs must be REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, advanced) 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, SLD1210
SOCIAL SCIENCE Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320. Select 3 hrs from 3 TEACH ING CERTIFICATION IN MATH: PSC 2310, 2320 Mathematics: Grades 4-8 and 8-12 Select 3 hrs from 3 Please consult the offerings for the Department of Curriculum ECON 2310, 2320, & Instruction for course requirements. PSC 2310, 2320 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320 PSC 2310, 2320, PSYC 1340, 2360, SOC 2300, 3320
99 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE MATHEMATICS - COMPUTER SCIENCE
A MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN MATHEMATICS– COMPUTER SCIENCE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN REQUIREMENTS MATHEMATICS & COMPUTER SCIENCE
FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 MATHEMATICS-COMPUTER HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fulltime Fresh- SCIENCE men ACAD 1100 Select 28 hrs from UNIVERSITY CORE MATH 2315 3 CORE 1300 3 MATH 2421 4 CORE 2300 3 MATH 2322 3 CORE 3300 3 MATH 2340 3 MATH 3302 3 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION MATH 3341 3 ENG 1310 3 MATH 3351 3 ENG 1320 3 MATH 4321 3 COMM1310 3 MATH 4331* 3 HEALTH FITNESS 2 CSC 1325 3 H F 1210 OR 1200 CSC 1330 3 RELIGION CSC 2370 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 CSC 2325 3 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 CSC 3360 3 CSC 4310 3 FINE ARTS CSC 4330 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 ART 1300, 1310, 1313, 2310, Select 6 hrs from 6 THRE1330, 2330, CSC/CIS electives (3 hrs must FA 2310, be advanced) MLH2301, 2350 * If CSC4331 is taken as an elective in CSC, an advanced SCIENCE math course must be taken from MATH 3301, 4301, 4302, Select 4 hrs from 4 4322, 4X96, OR 4X97 BIOL 1401, 2401 GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420 Select 4 hrs from 4 CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410, PHYS1400, 1401, 1410 MATH 3-4 Select 3-4 hrs from FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: MATH 2421, 3351 8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years of a single foreign language were completed in high COMPUTER SCIENCE school or the student graduated from high school prior to Select 3 hrs from 3 1993 CSC 1315 HUMANITIES Select 8-9 hrs from 8-9 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, ANY PHIL course, REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, SLD 1210 SOCIAL SCIENCE Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320. Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC 2310, 2320 Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC 2310, 2320 ECON 2310, 2320, HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320 PSC 2310, 2320, PSYC 1340, 2360, SOC 2300, 3320
100 MODEL UNITED NATIONS DEPARTMENT OF MODERN AND CLASSICAL LANGUAGES Associate Professor Tina L. Bertrand, Director
Professor Short, Chairperson The Model United Nations Program at McMurry University is an inter- Assistant Professor Brunette-Lopez disciplinary program that incorporates coursework with interactive, Assistant Professor J. B. Miller hands-on simulations to provide students with academic and practical learning experience. Mission and Goals:
1. To provide a major component of the liberal arts education at The purpose of the Model United Nations Program is to increase McMurry University through college-level learning students’ content learning by teaching students basic knowledge of the experiences in human language and culture. This is UN system, parliamentary procedure and diplomatic language, and accomplished by cultivating awareness of the importance of countries’ foreign policies. In addition, the Model United Nations speaking to people in their own language, developing Program enhances students’ critical thinking and process skills by communicative skills in their language, and by appreciation focusing on: improving reading comprehension, public speaking, and of their culture. cooperative learning; information analysis, synthesis and evaluation; 2. To help students develop specific levels of language problem-solving and negotiating strategies, and; identifying and proficiency that equip them for success in professional developing leadership skills. pursuits, in personal communication needs or in continued
academic undertakings. These proficiency level goals, The Model United Nations Program at McMurry University provides measured by guidelines developed and recognized by the students with the following specific educational and experiential American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, learning opportunities: are: 1. Model UN participants take an interdisciplinary three-credit a. End of year in elementary language courses— course designed to prepare students for competition at local Novice High and national Model UN competitions (see #2 below). b. End of year in intermediate language courses— Students may take this course twice for credit: Political Intermediate Low Science majors may take the course once for credit in the c. End of year in junior level courses—Intermediate major and once for upper-level elective credit; non-majors High may take the course twice for upper-level elective credit. d. End of year in senior level courses—Advanced for
students with a B average in the course. 2. Model UN participants compete in Model UN conferences.
Preparing for competition involves research and role-playing. Special Programs and Opportunities Students become “ambassadors” of specific countries by Departmental Awards Each year, the outstanding students in presenting position papers on that country’s policy elementary and intermediate language courses are recognized in the preferences, caucusing, negotiating, and consensus-building all-university awards ceremony. At the same ceremony, the Gertrude with others to solve global problems. Of particular interest to Looney scholarship is awarded to the outstanding junior language students is the National Model UN Conference, held student, and the Elizabeth Myatt award is presented to the outstanding annually in New York. Participants at this conference spend senior language student. part of the conference at the United Nations headquarters
and meet with UN diplomats from the US and other Sigma Delta Pi is a national Spanish Honor Society, with a chapter at countries. McMurry, that distinguishes students who have completed 18 hours in
Spanish (or have the equivalent proficiency), have a 3.00 average in 3. Model UN participants host an annual Model UN conference Spanish, a 2.75 average overall, and who have completed at least one on campus for area high schools and universities. McMurry advanced course in Spanish literature or civilization.. students learn organizational skills in conference hosting,
parliamentary procedure, and content matter concerning the Departmental Honors for Spanish. Please see the description of the topics under discussion at the conference. Honors Program under the Special Program section earlier in the
catalog. 4. Model UN participants engage in global community outreach
by raising awareness of global problems. Ongoing outreach Requirements for the BA Degree in Spanish and Minors in projects include raising awareness of the global landmine Spanish, French, German, and Greek follow the course crisis and taking part in the Adopt-A-Minefield Campaign. descriptions. Participants have spoken to local organizations about the
landmine problem, and raised monies to clear a minefield in Course Descriptions: Cambodia. French (FREN) Course Description (P SC) 1410 Elementary French I (3-1) No prerequisites. For students 3375 Model United Nations (3-0) Prerequisites: Permission of the who have had no previous instruction in the language, or Instructor. Intended for majors, minors, and all other have had one year or less of high school French. Introduces students interested in the Model United Nations Program. patterns of pronunciation, basic conversation, grammar, This course also may be used as a major elective for reading and writing exercises, and aspects of French Multidisciplinary Studies I, II, III. This course fulfills the civilization. One hour of laboratory practice a week is department’s experiential learning component. This course required. Credit for this course may be earned by CLEP. is designed to introduce students to the structure and (Fall odd years) functions of the United Nations, and to prepare students to role-play specific countries at local and national Model UN 1420 Elementary French II (3-1) Prerequisite: FREN 1410 or conferences. Students in this course are expected to attend equivalent. For students who have had one semester of the National Model UN in New York. (Spring) college level French or one year of high school French. This course is a continuation of FREN 1410. One hour of laboratory practice per week is required. Credit for this course may be earned by CLEP. (Spring even years)
101 2310 Intermediate French I (3-0) Prerequisite: FREN 1420 or goals appropriate for advanced studies, ways of attaining equivalent. For students who have completed one year of those goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and a college French or two years of high school French. Reviews means for measuring progress. (by arrangement) and expands work done in Elementary French, including conversational patterns, grammar, reading and writing. XX99 Special Topics (level and credit variable) Prerequisites: Broadens awareness of French culture and civilization. permission of instructor. Elective for majors, minors and Credit for this course may be earned by departmental teaching fields. Courses of this nature are infrequent or examination. (Fall even years) unique topics of study offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden the departmental curriculum, to meet 2320 Intermediate French II (3-0) Prerequisite: FREN 2310 or student demand, or to observe special events. Courses of equivalent. For students who have completed three this type may be repeated for credit when topics vary. (by semesters of college French or three years of high school arrangement) French. This course is a continuation of FREN 2310. Credit for this course may be earned by departmental examination. Greek (GRK ) (Spring odd years) 2410, 2420 New Testament Greek Grammar I and II (4-0, 4-0) No
prerequisites. The fundamentals of New Testament Greek 4X95 Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisites: grammar, vocabulary, and orthography, with emphasis on advanced standing in a major or minor and permission of the use of language in Biblical translation and interpretation. instructor. Upper level elective for majors, minors and Readings from the Gospel according to John and other early teaching fields. This is an advanced study or research Christian writings in the second semester. (2410 every other program arranged between supervising faculty and the Fall even years; 2420 every other Spring odd years) student which defines goals appropriate for the advanced
student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for 3310 Greek Translation I (3-0) Prerequisites: 2410, 2420. frequent consultation, and a means for measuring progress. Translation and interpretation of the synoptic accounts of the (by arrangement) life and significance of Jesus in the Gospels according to
Matthew, Mark, and Luke, with further grammatical study XX99 Special Topics (level and credit variable) Prerequisites: and introduction to textual criticism and the use of permission of instructor. Elective for majors, minors and commentaries on the Greek text. (every other Fall odd teaching fields. Courses of this nature are infrequent or years) unique topics of study offered occasionally to groups of
students to broaden the departmental curriculum, to meet 3320 Greek Translation II (3-0) Prerequisites: 2410, 2420, 3310. student demand, or to observe special events. Courses of Translation and exegesis of a New Testament document this type may be repeated for credit when topics vary. (by with special attention given to the writer’s theology and its arrangement) interpretation by commentators. (every other Spring even
years) German (GERM) 1410 Elementary German I (3-1) No prerequisites. For students 4X95 Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisites: who have had no previous instruction in the language, or advanced standing in a major or minor and permission of have had one year or less of high school German. instructor. Upper level elective for majors and majors. This Introduces patterns of pronunciation, basic conversation, is an advanced study or research program arranged grammar, reading and writing exercises, and aspects of between supervising faculty and the student, which defines German civilization. One hour of laboratory practice a week goals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of is required. Credit for this course may be earned by CLEP. attaining those goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, (Fall even years) and a means for measuring progress. (by arrangement)
1420 Elementary German II (3-1) Prerequisite: GERM 1410 or XX99 Special Topics (level and credit variable) Prerequisites: equivalent. For students who have completed one semester permission of instructor. Elective for majors and minors. of college level German or one year of high school German. Courses of this nature are infrequent or unique topics of This course is a continuation of GER 1410. One hour of study offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden laboratory practice per week is required. Credit for this the departmental curriculum, to meet student demand, or to course may be earned by CLEP. (Spring odd years) observe special events. Courses of this type may be repeated for credit when topics vary. (by arrangement) 2310 Intermediate German I (3-0) Prerequisite: GERM 1420 or equivalent. For students who have completed one year of Spanish (SPAN) college German or two years of high school German. 1410 Elementary Spanish I (3-1) No prerequisites. For students Reviews and expands work done in Elementary German, who have had no previous instruction in the language, or including conversation, grammar, reading and writing. have had one year or less of high school Spanish. Broadens awareness of German culture and civilization. Introduces patterns of pronunciation, basic conversation, Credit for this course may be earned by departmental grammar, reading and writing exercises, and aspects of examination. (Fall odd years) Hispanic civilization. One hour of laboratory practice a week
is required. Credit for this course may be earned by CLEP. 2320 Intermediate German II (3-0) Prerequisite: GERM 2310 or (Fall, Summer I) equivalent. For students who have completed three
semesters of college German or three years of high school 1420 Elementary Spanish II (3-1) Prerequisite: SPAN 1410 or German. This course is a continuation of GERM 2310. equivalent. For students who have had one semester of Credit for this course may be earned by departmental college level Spanish or one year of high school Spanish. examination. (Spring even years) This course is a continuation of SPAN 1410. One hour of
laboratory practice a week is required. Credit for this course 4X95 Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisites: may be earned by CLEP. (Spring, Summer II) advanced standing in a major or minor and permission of
instructor. Upper level elective for majors and minors. This 2310 Intermediate Spanish I (3-0) Prerequisite: SPAN 1420 or is an advanced study or research program arranged equivalent. For students who have completed one year of between supervising faculty and the student, which defines
102 college Spanish or two years of high school Spanish. Reviews and expands work done in Elementary Spanish, including conversation, grammar, reading and writing. Broadens awareness of Hispanic culture and civilization. Credit for this course may be earned by departmental examination. (Fall, Summer I)
2320 Intermediate Spanish II (3-0) Prerequisite: SPAN 2320 or equivalent. For students who have completed three semesters of college Spanish or three years of high school Spanish. This course is a continuation of SPAN 2310. Credit for this course may be earned by departmental examination. (Spring, Summer II)
3301 Conversation and Phonetics (3-0) (Cross-listed as BIED 3301) Prerequisites: SPAN 2320 or departmental approval. Designed to strengthen speaking skills and oral comprehension. Oral practice is based in part on dramatic readings in class. (Fall)
3331 Grammar and Composition (3-0) (Cross-listed as BIED 3331) Prerequisites: SPAN 2320 or departmental approval. An in-depth study of the grammatical structure of Spanish. With emphasis on idiomatic expressions, syntax and the development of an individual literary style. (Fall even years)
3336 Hispanic Culture and Civilization (3-0) (Cross-listed as BIED 3336) Prerequisite: SPAN 2320 or departmental approval. A study of Iberian and Spanish American patterns of civilization. Key aspects of Hispanic history, economy, art, political life, and cultural topography are studied. (Spring even years)
4311 Survey of Hispanic Literature (3-0) Prerequisite: SPAN 2320 or departmental approval. An introduction to selected readings in Peninsular and Spanish American literature from medieval epic poetry to contemporary masterpieces. (Spring odd years)
4322 Spanish Linguistics (3-0) (Cross-listed as BIED 4322) Prerequisite: SPAN 2320 or departmental approval. An introduction to the contrastive linguistics of Spanish and English. Acquaints students with the basics of descriptive, applied, psycho- and sociolinguistics. (Spring, odd years)
4335 Spanish for Teachers and Majors(3-0) (Cross-listed as BIED 4335) A practicum in language mastery. Prospective teachers learn the theories and applications of language acquisition skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Spanish majors are expected to develop these skills to the advanced level. Prospective teachers must demonstrate preparedness to pass state required tests for certification. This is the capstone course for Spanish. (Spring even years)
4x95 Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisites: Persons pursuing certification, public school personnel, or permission of instructor. A study program arranged between an advanced student and an instructor to provide intensive study in a particular area of interest. The course includes a definition of goals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and means of measuring progress.
XX99 Special Topics (level and credit variable) Prerequisites: permission of instructor. Elective for majors, minors and teaching fields. Courses of this nature are infrequent or unique topics of study offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden the departmental curriculum, to meet student demand, or to observe special events. Courses of this type may be repeated for credit when topics vary. (by arrangement)
103 BACHELOR OF ARTS SPANISH
A MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN SPANISH REQUIREMENTS FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 SPANISH HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fulltime Fresh- men SPAN 1410, 1420, 2310, 2320, 0-14 ACAD 1100 or demonstrate proficiency through UNIVERSITY CORE competency testing CORE 1300 3 CORE 2300 3 CORE 3300 3 SPAN 4335 3 Select 15 hrs from 15 W RITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION SPAN 3301, 3331, 3336, 4311, ENG 1310 3 4312, 4322, 4313, 4X95, 4X99 ENG 1320 3 COMM 1310 3 HEALTH FITNESS 2 H F 1210 MINOR IN SPANISH (Not available for Spanish majors) RELIGION Select 3 hrs from 3 COURSE HOURS COMPLETED REL 1330, 2330, 2340 SPAN 1410,1420,2310,2320, 0-14 FINE ARTS or second-year proficiency Select 3 hrs from 3 ART 1300,1310, 1313, 2310, Select 6 hrs from 6 THRE 1330, 2330, SPAN 3301, 3331, 3336, 4311, FA 2310, 4312, 4313, 4322, 4335 M LH 2301, 2350 SCIENCE (8 hours) Select 4 hrs from 4 MINOR IN FRENCH BIOL 1401, 2401, GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420. Select 4 hrs from 4 COURSE HOURS COMPLETED CHEM 1400, 1410, PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410 FREN 1410,1420,2310,2320, 0-14 or second-year proficiency MATH 3 Select 3 hrs from Select 6 hrs from 6 MATH 1311 or higher FREN 4X95, 4X9 HUMANITIES (8-9 hours) Select 3 hrs from 3 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322 Select 5-6 hrs from 5-6 MINOR IN GERMAN ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, ANY PHIL course, COURSE HOURS COMPLETED REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, GERM 1410,1420,2310,2320, 0-14 SLD1210 or second-year proficiency SOCIAL SCIENCE (9 hours) Select 6 hrs from 6 Select 3 hrs from 3 GERM 4X95, 4X99 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310,2320. Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC2310, 2320 Select 3 hours from 3 ECON 2310, 2320, MINOR IN GREEK HIST 1310, 1320, PSC 2310, 2320, 2320, COURSE HOURS COMPLETED PSYC 1340, 2360, SOC 2300, 3320 GRK 2410 4 GRK 2420 4 TEACHING CERTIFICATION IN SPANISH: GRK 3310 3 Spanish Grades 8-12: GRK 3320 3 Please consult the offerings for the Department of Curriculum & In- Select 4 hrs from 4 struction for course requirements. GRK 4X95, XX99
104 MULTIMEDIA APPLICATIONS PROGRAM DEGREES INVOLVING REQUIREMENTS IN MULTIMEDIA APPLICATIONS:
Assistant Professor Alicia Wyatt, Program Director MINOR IN
MULTIMEDIA APPLICATIONS Mission and Goals: The goal of the Multimedia Applications (MMA) program is to provide students with a broad interdisciplinary understanding of the multimedia COURSE HOURS COMPLETED field. Students are expected to apply design principles, develop technical skills, demonstrate ethical creation and use of digital media, MMA 2310 3 and create and manage digital communication and presentation tools MMA 3320 3 effectively. A minor in Multimedia Applications may provide the MMA 4388 3 student with a useful and marketable addition to any major field of ART 1310 3 study Select 3 hrs from 3 ART 3330, MMA 2340 Course Descriptions: (MMA) Select 6 hrs from 6 (outside of students major and 2310 Introduction to Multimedia Applications (3-0) This general education coursework) introductory course introduces students to concepts, CSC 1325, COMM 3310, technology, and terminology of the multimedia field, ENG 4374, 4375, including media and storage formats. Students will also be MMA 3310, introduced to software to create or edit video, sound, web MKTG 3370, 3380, pages, and graphics. (Fall, Spring) MUED 1305, THRE 2210 2340 Digital Imaging and Animation (3-0) Prerequisite: MMA And the course not selected from 2310 Students will use graphics and animation software to ART 3330 or MMA 2340 create images and animation. Digital cameras and scanners will also be used to acquire images. Projects will be formatted for print publication and screen display. (Spring)
3310 Digital Video Capture and Editing (3-0) An introduction to BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION CONCENTRATION the techniques of capturing digital video through the use of video cameras and media converters for use in non-linear editing on a computer for a variety of video projects including MULTIMEDIA APPLICATIONS HOURS COMPLETED interviews, advertisements, music videos, live performances, and documentaries. Students will learn how to compress video for use in various formats including PowerPoint MMA 2310 3 presentations and video incorporated into websites. Cross MMA 3310 3 listed as THRE 3310. (Spring) MMA 3320 3 MMA 4388 3 3320 HTML and Web Design (3-0) Prerequisite: MMA 2310, ART ART 1310, 3 1310 strongly recommended. A required course for the MKTG 3380, 3 minor in MMA and the BBA. concentration in MMA. Select 3 hrs from 3 Students will complete projects involving the production and ART 3330, management of websites. (Fall) MMA 2340 Select 3 hrs from 3 4388 Internship in Multimedia Applications (0-9) Prerequisites: COMM 3310, senior standing, MMA 3320, ART 1310, either ART 3330 or ENG 4374, 4375 MMA 2340, and one other course required for the MMA minor/concentration in MMA. Student will work with a faculty member to design and develop multimedia projects for the The computer core requirement for the MMA Concentration is CIS university, the community, or local businesses. (Fall, Spring) 3380, which is required for other BBA concentrations.
3X96 Honors Tutorial (variable credit) Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor. Designed for the honors student in multimedia. This course provides opportunities for research related to proposed work on the Honors Thesis. This course may be repeated for credit.
4X97 Senior Honors Project (variable credit) Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor. Designed for the senior honors student in multimedia. The student will design, execute, and present (both orally and in writing) a research project which explores an issue or concept in multimedia. The project must be approved, in proposal form and upon completion, by the Honors Committee.
105 DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) and Texas Music Educators Conference (TMEC) Collegiate Student Chapter. These
organizations are directly associated with MENC (Music Educators Associate Professor Johnson, Chairperson National Conference) The organization offers music students Associate Professor Ellis opportunities to enhance their understanding of instrumental and Assistant Professors Gomer, Neal, Wilcox choral music education.
Mission and Goals: The Music Department supports a number of additional performing The mission of McMurry University’s Music Department is to promote opportunities including Chamber Winds, Percussion Ensemble, opera student achievement through programs in the fields of education, workshop and various woodwind and brass instrumental ensembles. performance, and church music. Degree programs provide a These groups perform at a variety of University functions and concerts comprehensive education in music. The Department also offers throughout the year. opportunities for students from all disciplines to participate in its programs, and serves as a center for community participation in the Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors arts. Program under the Special Program section earlier in the catalog.
Musical study takes place in an open and supportive atmosphere, Requirements for Degrees in MUSIC (BA, BMEd or BMu): enabling students to explore music as an art form, and serving as the Three degrees in Music are offered by McMurry University: Bachelor stepping stone for professional growth toward meaningful employment. of Arts, Bachelor of Music Education and Bachelor of Music. There are
two areas of concentration within the Bachelor of Music Education: The general academic requirements for admission to the Music Instrumental concentration with all-level teaching certification and Department degree programs are the same as those required for Choral concentration with all-level teaching certification. The Bachelor admission to the other degree courses of McMurry University. of Music offers a concentration in church music. Additional requirements established by the Department of Music are listed below. In addition to completing the coursework described under “Courses of
Study” and under “Degree Outlines” candidates seeking degrees in Special Programs and Opportunities: Music must meet certain performance, grade, and attendance The Music Department provides a number of performance requirements. Please refer to the music department student handbook opportunities for all students attending McMurry University. As a for further requirements and details. general rule, membership in any performing ensemble is gained through audition with the particular instructor directing the ensemble. 1. Entry Audition. Each potential Music major must audition Further details regarding credit and requirements can be found herein and be approved by 4 members of the Music Faculty before under Applied Music. registering for music coursework.
2. Transfer Students. Students who transfer from other Chanters. This group is the premiere touring choir of McMurry institutions must have their previous coursework credits University. Membership is through competitive audition and offers evaluated by the Music Department and must audition in students an opportunity to experience a challenging ensemble with a order that their placement in the Music program can be rich choral tradition. The group tours each semester and performs in determined. area churches and schools representing the excellence of McMurry. 3. Ensemble. All Music majors and minors must be enrolled in National or international travel is planned once every four years. a major ensemble each semester they are registered in Chanters sing primarily a capella music but also perform a wide range coursework leading to a major or minor in music (excluding of musical styles including choral/orchestral works and pieces student teaching if necessary) representing all genres of music. Our goal is to educate students and 4. Applied Lessons. All Music majors must be enrolled in their offer variety to our audiences. specific applied instrument each semester until completion of
their recital requirement. Chamber Choir A small, select chorale ensemble, Chamber Choir 5. Juries and Sophomore Proficiency Exam. All Music majors performs without a conductor, which demands excellent musicianship. are required to pass a jury at the end of each semester as The group works to develop choral blend, musical accuracy and artistic part of the Applied Music requirement in their principal interpretation for a variety of musical styles. Chamber Choir typically instrument or voice. The jury will be comprised of members tours with Chanters and performs for numerous university and civic of the music faculty. The jury at the end of the sophomore events. Students are eligible for this group if they are a current year or fourth semester constitutes a sophomore proficiency member of Chanters and are selected through a competitive audition exam, and students must successfully pass this jury before at the beginning of the fall semester. Our goal is to build individual taking junior-level applied music lessons. Specific skills and musicianship and artistry in the advanced singer. proficiencies necessary to pass the sophomore proficiency
exam are determined by the music faculty according to the University Choir. Open to all students, faculty and staff on campus this area. ( Refer to the music department student handbook for choral ensemble is an opportunity to be involved in campus life. The details.) group sings in chapel services, for choral concerts and joins with the 6. Music Hours. Music hours are the laboratory experience for other choral ensembles to sing choral/orchestra works. The group Applied Music study for Music students. Music students offers the opportunity for musical expression and meeting new friends. under the direction of their instructors may perform at Music Our goal is to offer the college community an opportunity to serve our Hours. Music Hour attendance is mandatory for Music campus through music. majors and is monitored through MUS 1000: Recital
Attendance. Band. The McMurry Band consists of students from all areas of study 7. Piano Proficiency. All Music Majors must complete and pass including Music majors and non-majors. The Band is primarily with a grade of at least a “B” in each of a minimum of two involved in marching performance at football games and parades semester a piano study. Additionally, Music majors are during the Fall semester, and in concert appearances at schools, required to demonstrate a piano proficiency administered churches and community events during Spring semester. The Band incrementally at the end of each semester of piano study. participates in an annual Spring tour. The Band meets daily and The piano proficiency requirements determined by the by the membership is open to any student with prior high school or college Music Faculty are found in the Department of Music Student instrumental experience. Participation in both semesters is required Handbook. Private piano lessons may be substituted for any for all music majors and those on departmental merit scholarship. or all of the class piano requirements at the discretion of the
106 piano faculty. Music majors are required to take piano each is designed for beginning piano students including both Music majors semester until their proficiency is satisfied. Passage of the and non-majors. It is designed to satisfy the Music Department piano piano proficiency is a prerequisite for registration for a proficiency requirements for Music majors. Class piano, offered in a recital. four semester sequence, is numbered as follows: 1113, 1114, 1115, 8. Recital. Students are required by their respective degree 1116. All class piano students must enroll for the courses in plans to perform a recital in their senior year. Prior to sequence. Advanced placement will be determined by the piano enrolling for recital credit, the student must pass the faculty of the Music Department. sophomore and piano proficiencies. Students will be required to perform a minimum of 35-45 minutes of music at Requirements for Degrees in Music and Music Education follow the discretion of their applied instructor. In addition to a the course descriptions. degree recital, students can choose to perform a non-degree recital during their junior year of study with the approval of Course Descriptions: their applied instructor. In order to be eligible for any public MUSIC (MUS) recital, students must pass a recital hearing which will be 1000 Recital Attendance This course is required for all music performed privately for a faculty jury at least two weeks prior majors and minors. Music majors are required to enroll in to the recital date. (Procedures related to recital scheduling eight semesters. Music Education majors are exempt from can be found in the Music Department Student Handbook.) this requirement during their semester of student teaching. 9. Grade Point Requirements. Any Music major must maintain Music minors are required to enroll in four semesters. A at least a 2.0 average grade point in all Music coursework required list of recitals to attend will be published each during the first sixty (60) hours of study at McMurry semester. University. At the discretion of the Music faculty, Music majors who fail to achieve a 2.0 average grade point for any MUSIC EDUCATION (MUED) two consecutive semesters of Applied Music study in their 1305 Computers in Music Education (3-0) Required for Bachelor principal instrument or voice will be advised to pursue of Music Education. This course provides extensive hands- another major or another concentration. on experience for using microcomputer applications 10. Attendance. All Music majors are required to attend all involving the following: music notation software, music Music Hours as well as all Music Faculty Recitals, local sequencing, word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and recital performances of Music Departmental groups, and multi-media. Students will become familiar with these music programs sponsored by the University. Attendance is software packages and learn how they can be integrated into monitored through enrollment in MUS 1000. A list of required a public school music program. This course will address events will be published at the beginning of each semester. Texas Education Agency requirements for education majors and offers additional training in music-specific applications. APPLIED MUSIC (MUA) There are two types of activities involved in the area of Applied Music: 3110 Woodwind Techniques and Methods (1-1) Required for music ensembles and music lessons. Bachelor of Music Education (Instrumental) The basic principles involved in playing flute, clarinet, saxophone, Each music ensemble is assigned an individual course number, and oboe, bassoon, with an emphasis on pedagogy. Course students receive one hour of credit per semester for any ensemble includes observations of beginning woodwind classes in regardless of the amount of actual rehearsal and performance time local schools, writing lesson plans, single reed adjustment, required. Membership in music ensembles is open to anyone, but embouchure development, fingerings for each instrument as students must receive permission of instructor before enrolling for well as graded literature for each instrument. (Spring) credit. 3111 Brass Techniques and Methods (1-1) Required for Bachelor 0110 Band 0120 Chanters of Music Education (Instrumental) A study of the principles 0121 University Choir 0122 Chamber Choir involving playing and teaching brass instruments. (Fall) 0135 Percussion Ensemble 0140 Woodwind Ensemble 0145 Brass Ensemble 0150 Jazz Ensemble 3112 Percussion Techniques and Methods (1-1) Required for Bachelor of Music Education (Instrumental) A study of the Course numbers for Applied Music lessons are determined by the level basic principles involved in playing and teaching percussion of the lessons, the number of hours of credit for the lessons, the instruments, with a special emphasis on exploring the wide semester of study within the level, and the particular instrument or variety of percussion techniques. (Spring) voice. The first number indicates the level of year of study, (1-4) The second number indicates hours of credit (1 or 2) The third number 3113 String Methods (1-0) Prerequisite: M TH 3340, or permission indicate the semester of study at the indicated level (1 or 2) The final of instructor. Required for Bachelor of Music Education letter indicates the instrument or voice as follows: (Instrumental) A study of the principles of playing and teaching stringed instruments, with a special emphasis on A Voice J Trumpet the opportunities and problems of public school programs. B Piano K Horn Offered through intercollegiate courses. Fall semester C Organ L Trombone recommended. D Flute M Baritone E Oboe N Tuba 3220 Conducting (2-0) Prerequisite: Music Theory 1340 or by F Clarinet P Percussion permission of instructor. Required of all Music majors. G Saxophone R Recital A study of the fundamental principles of conducting music, H Bassoon S Strings including score reading, score preparation, baton X Special Lessons techniques, and performance group motivation. (Spring)
Prerequisite for Applied Music lessons in organ include a demonstrable 3230 Survey of Elementary Materials (2-0) Prerequisite: keyboard proficiency (to the level of performance of a Bach two-part permission of instructor. Required for Bachelor of Music invention or easier classical sonatina) and permission of instructor. education (Vocal) and Bachelor of Music, Church Music. A study of the general music methods for primary and One hour credit music lessons involve a single half-hour lesson per intermediate grade levels. Limited to students seeking a week. Two-hour credit Applied Music lessons involve either a single Music Major, Music Minor, or Music Concentration, this hour lesson per week or two half-hour lessons per week. Class piano
107 course emphasizes the practical application of the student’s interest. The course includes a definition of goals knowledge of Music. (Fall) appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and a 3235 Vocal Pedagogy Prerequisite: Theory I, Theory II, and two means of measuring progress. (Offered as needed.) semesters of Applied Voice. Elective option. Course Description: Anatomy, acoustics, and psychology of XX99 Special Topics (variable credit) An elective. A course of singing will be applied to methods of teaching voice. study offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden Survey of the history of vocal production from 1600 departmental curriculum, to meet student demand, or to to present; special emphasis given to vocal training observe special events. May be repeated for credit when methods currently in use. (Fall as needed) topics vary. (Offered as needed.)
3290 Singer’s Diction (2-0) Required for Bachelor of Music, MUSIC LITERATURE AND HISTORY (M LH) Church Music. This course is a study of the IPA 2301 Music Appreciation (3-0) An elective for non-music majors. (International Phonetic Alphabet) and general rules of This course is designed for the non-music major and is pronunciation and speech patterns of English, German, specifically non-technical. This is a music appreciation Italian, French, and Liturgical Latin as applied to song texts survey course designed to acquaint the student with the and libretti. (Spring) changes in concert offerings throughout the various periods of music history and to aid in the development of the critical 3330 Curriculum and Structure in Elementary Music (3-0) Elective listening skills needed to become an active audience for non-music majors. A study of music and music methods participant in a performance setting. (Spring) for elementary grade levels with special emphasis on music reading skills, and utilizing music in all areas of the 2350 American Popular Music (3-0) An elective for non-music elementary curriculum. (Offered as needed.) majors. An alternative way to learn the skills of music appreciation are presented through the study of American 4200 Instrumental Practicum I (2-1) Required for Bachelor of popular music since the Civil War. The student will learn Music Education (Instrumental) Organization and how to identify the building block of musical style i.e., administration of school bands and orchestras. General rhythm, melody, harmony, meter, texture and form though course involving details of band and orchestra development those styles that are uniquely American. Emphasis is placed including attention to facilities, equipment, library, parent on the birth of the blues, jazz, the big band era, the groups, uniforms, public relations, concerts, and contests. development of the “cool school” to the rise of rock and roll. Particular attention focused on the teaching materials and (Fall) the program structure for beginning instrumental program through the intermediate/middle school level. This is an 2380 Music History I (3-0) Prerequisite: M TH 1340. Required of experience-enriched and capstone course for Instrumental all music majors. A comprehensive study of Western musical Music Education degrees. (Spring) history to 1600 A.D. Topics include major technical developments and trends, the influence of extra-musical 4210 Instrumental Practicum II (2-1) Prerequisite: MUED 4200. events and context, and the lives and works of important Required for Bachelor of Music Education (Instrumental) composers. (Fall) Studies directed toward the development of the marching band, concert band, and jazz ensemble at the high school 2390 Music History II (3-0) Prerequisite: M LH 2380. Required of level. Includes study of both materials and rehearsal all music majors. A comprehensive study of Western techniques for concert preparation and the study of the musical history from 1600 to 1825. Topics include major design and charting of the marching band show. Advanced technical developments and trends, the influence of extra- conducting and repertoire studies will be explored in detail. musical events and context, and the lives and works of This is an experience-enriched and capstone course for important composers. (Spring) Instrumental Music Education degrees. (Fall) 3270 Hymnology (2-0) Prerequisites: M LH 3380, 3390, or 4235 Choral Music Practicum I (2-1) Required for Bachelor of permission of instructor. Required for Bachelor of Music, Music Education (Vocal) and Bachelor of Music, Church Church Music. An examination of the development of Music. This course is a survey of teaching vocal technique in modern hymnology from the European roots through the choral rehearsal with an emphasis on voice building and contemporary manifestations. A study of the Methodist understanding the adolescent male and female voice. Hymnal will be emphasized, with an emphasis on both texts Advanced conducting techniques are emphasized along with and music. (Fall-odd years) stylistic and performance practice issues. Material, methods and literature for middle school aged children are also 3380 Music History III (3-0) Prerequisite: M LH 2390. Required of explored. This is an experience-enriched and capstone all music majors. A comprehensive study of Western musical course for the Choral Music Education and Church Music history from 1825 to the present. Topics include major degrees. (Spring) technical developments and trends, the influence of extra- musical events and context, and the lives and works of 4340 Choral Music Practicum II (2-1) Prerequisite: MUED 4235. important composers. (Fall) Required for Bachelor of Music Education (Vocal) and Bachelor of Music, Church Music. This course offers 3390 Music History IV (3-0) Prerequisite: M LH 3380. Required of students a systematic understanding of rehearsal technique all music majors. A study of selected musical traditions from along with advanced conducting. Development and Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Topics include theoretical administration of a successful choral program is emphasized and structural content, connections between music and other along with material, methods and literature for high school arts, and the influence of extra-musical events and contexts. aged students and adults. This is an experience-enriched (Spring) and capstone course for the Choral Music Education and Church Music degrees. (Fall) 4X95 Independent Studies (variable credit) An elective. A study program arranged between an advanced student and an 4X95 Independent Studies (variable credit) An elective. A study instructor to provide intensive study in a particular area of program arranged between an advanced student and an interest. The course includes a definition of goals instructor to provide intensive study in a particular area of appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attaining
108 those goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and XX99 Special Topics (variable credit) An elective. A course of means of measuring progress. (Offered as needed.) study offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet student demand, or to XX99 Special Topics (variable credit) An elective. A course of observe special events. May be repeated for credit when study offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden topics vary. (Offered as needed.) departmental curriculum, to meet student demand, or to observe special events. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered as needed.)
MUSIC THEORY (M TH) 1330 Theory I (3-2) Corequisite: class/applied piano or pass proficiency exam. Required of all music majors and minors. A study of the fundamental elements of Music with an emphasis on developing Music reading skills, as well as elementary sightsinging and ear training skills. An examination of notation, scales and intervals, as well as melodic and rhythmic structure. (Fall)
1340 Theory II (3-2) Prerequisite: M TH 1330. Corequisite: class/applied piano or pass piano proficiency exam. Required of all music majors and minors. A continuation of the development of sightsinging and eartraining begin in Music Theory 1330. An examination of traditional, common practice harmony, including diatonic practices of the 18th and 19th centuries. (Spring)
3330 Theory III (3-2) Prerequisite: M TH 1340. Corequisite: class applied piano or pass piano proficiency exam. Required of all music majors. A study of the harmonic practices of non- traditional music, including music predating the common practice period, as well as music of the 20th century. (Fall)
3340 Theory IV (3-2) Prerequisite: M TH 3330. Required of all music majors. Corequisite: class/applied piano or pass piano proficiency exam. Practical application of the student’s understanding of fundamentals, harmony, and advanced harmony to the analysis of music. A study of terminology and techniques of Music Theory in a practical application of analysis. (Spring)
4210 Forms and Styles (2-1) Prerequisite: M TH 3340. Required for BMed and BMu, Church Music. An examination of small forms and combination forms, and their various applications in different style periods of Music. (Spring)
4250 Orchestration and Arranging (2-1) Prerequisite: M TH 3340. Required for BMed and BMu, Church Music. A study of the characteristics, strengths, and limitations of various musical instruments as well as the voice. Application of this study in the transcription of Music from one media to another. The use of a computer notation program will be utilized. (Fall)
4260 Advanced Orchestration (2-0) Prerequisite: M TH 4250. Upper level elective for music majors. Examination of the compositional process of orchestrating music. An exploration of the various timbres of instrumental and vocal combinations and their function in the compositional process. (Offered as needed.)
4290 Counterpoint ( 2-0) Prerequisite: M TH 4210. Upper level elective for music majors. A study of the principles of contrapuntal technique in two, three, and four or more voices, with an emphasis on composition and analysis of music of all styles. (Offered as needed.)
4X95 Independent Studies (variable credit) An elective. A study program arranged between an advanced student and an instructor to provide intensive study in a particular area of interest. The course includes a definition of goals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and means of measuring progress. (Offered as needed.)
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BACHELOR OF ARTS MUSIC
A MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN MUSIC REQUIREMENTS MUSIC HOURS COMPLETED FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 Required for first-time, fulltime Fresh- men MTH 1330 3 ACAD 1100 MTH 1340 3 MTH 3330 3 UNIVERSITY CORE MTH 3340 3 CORE 1300 3 CORE 2300 3 MLH 2380 3 CORE 3300 3 MLH 2390 3 MLH 3380 3 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION MLH 3390 3 ENG 1310 3 MUED 3220 2 ENG 1320 3 COMM 1310 3 MUA 1113 1 MUA 1114 1 HEALTH FITNESS 2 MUA 1115 1 H F 1210 OR 1200 MUA 1116 1 RELIGION Piano Proficiency 0 Select 3 hrs from 3 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 Sophomore Proficiency 0 FINE ARTS Select 3 hrs from 3 MUS 1000—Recital Atten- 0 ART 1300,1310, 1313, 2310, dance THRE 1330, 2330, 8 Semesters FA 2310, MLH 2301, 2350 Principle Instrument 8-16 Enroll for 8 semesters. (Must SCIENCE (8 hours) include 4 semesters of ad- Select 4 hrs from vanced study) BIOL 1401, 2401, 4 GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420. Ensemble 8 Select 4 hrs from 4 Enroll for 8 Semesters CHEM 1400, 1410, PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410 Recital 1-2 MATH Select 3-4 hrs from 3-4 MATH 1311 or higher MINOR IN MUSIC (not available for Music majors) HUMANITIES (8-9 hours) Select 3 hrs from 3 COURSE HOURS COMPLETED ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309. Select 5-6 hrs from 5-6 MTH 1330 3 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, MTH 1340 3 SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, MLH 2301 3 ANY PHIL course, REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, Select 6 hrs from 6 3310, 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, Advanced electives SLD1210 Principle Instrument 4-8 4 semesters SOCIAL SCIENCE (9 hours) PSC 2310 3 Ensemble 4 Select 3 hrs from 3 4 Semesters HIST 1310, 1320, 2310,2320. MUS 1000 - Recital Attendance 0 Select 3 hrs from 3 (minimum of 4 semesters) ECON 2310, 2320, HIST 1310, 1320, PSC 2310, 2320, 2320, PSYC 1340, 2360, FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: SOC 2300, 3320. This major requires 1 years of foreign language at the college level, or demonstration of proficiency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign language proficiency exam.
110 BACHELOR OF MUSIC EDUCATION VOCAL CONCENTRATION
A MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF MUSIC EDUCATION DEGREE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED VOCAL CONCENTRATION HOURS COMPLETED REQUIREMENTS MTH 1330 3 FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 MTH 1340 3 Required for first-time, fulltime Fresh- MTH 3330 3 men MTH 3340 3 ACAD 1100 MTH 4210 2 UNIVERSITY CORE MTH 4250 2 CORE 1300 3 MLH 2380 3 CORE 2300 3 MLH 2390 3 CORE 3300 3 MLH 3380 3 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION MLH 3390 3 ENG 1310 3 MUED 1305 3 ENG 1320 3 MUED 3220 2 COMM 1310 3 MUED 3230 2 MUED 4235 2 HEALTH FITNESS 2 MUED 4340 3 H F 1210 MUA 1113 1 RELIGION MUA 1114 1 Select 3 hrs from 3 MUA 1115 1 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 MUA 1116 1 FINE ARTS In Major Piano Proficiency 0 MLH 3380 Sophomore Proficiency 0 COMPUTER SCIENCE In Major MUS 1000—Recital Attendance 0 MUED 1305 Minimum 7 semesters
SCIENCE Applied Music, Vocal 8-16 Select 4 hrs from 4 Enroll for 8 semesters. (Must in- BIOL 1401, 2401, clude 3 semesters of advanced GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420. study) CHEM 1400, 1410, PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410 Vocal Ensemble (8 Semesters) 8 MUA0120
MATH Recital 1-2 Select 3 hrs from 3 MATH 1311 or higher C I 2310 3 READ 3342 3 HUMANITIES (8-9 hours) The following courses require ad- Select 6 hrs from 6 mission to the Teacher’s Education ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309. Program. 3 Select 2-3 hrs from 2-3 C I 3301 3 SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, C I 3302 4 ANY PHIL course, C I 4402 3 REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, C I 4304 6 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, C I 4602 SLD1210
FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: SOCIAL SCIENCE (12 hours) 8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two PSC 2310 3 years of a single foreign language were completed in high school Select 3 hrs from 3 or the student graduated from high school prior to 1993 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310,2320. Select 6 hrs from 6 HIST 1310, 1320, PSC 2310, 2320, 2320, PSYC 1340, 2360, SOC 2300, 3320.
111 BACHELOR OF MUSIC EDUCATION INSTRUMENTAL CONCENTRATION
A MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF MUSIC EDUCATION DEGREE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED INSTRUMENTAL HOURS COMPLETED REQUIREMENTS CONCENTRATION
FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 MTH 1330 3 Required for first-time, fulltime Fresh- MTH 1340 3 men MTH 3330 3 ACAD 1100 MTH 3340 3 MTH 4210 2 UNIVERSITY CORE MTH 4250 2 CORE 1300 3 CORE 2300 3 MLH 2380 3 CORE 3300 3 MLH 2390 3 MLH 3380 3 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION MLH 3390 3 ENG 1310 3 ENG 1320 3 MUED 1305 3 COMM 1310 3 MUED 3110 1 MUED 3111 1 MUED 3112 1 HEALTH FITNESS 2 MUED 3113 1 H F 1210 MUED 3220 2 MUED 4200 2 RELIGION MUED 4210 2 Select 3 hrs from 3 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 MUA 1113 1 MUA 1114 1 FINE ARTS In Major MUA 1115 1 MLH 3380 MUA 1116 1 COMPUTER SCIENCE In Major Piano Proficiency 0 MUED 1305 Sophomore Proficiency 0 SCIENCE Select 4 hrs from 4 MUS 1000—Recital Attendance 0 BIOL 1401, 2401, Minimum 7 semesters GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420. CHEM 1400, 1410, Applied Music, Principle Instru- 8-16 PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410 ment Enroll for 8 semesters. (Must include MATH 3 semesters of advanced study) Select 3 hrs from 3 MATH 1311 or higher Instrumental Ensemble (8 Semes- 8 ters) HUMANITIES (8-9 hours) MUA 0110 Select 6 hrs from 6 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322 Recital 1-2 Select 2-3 hrs from 2-3 C I 2310 3 SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, READ 3342 3 ANY PHIL course, The following courses require admis- REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, sion to the Teacher’s Education Pro- 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, gram. 3 SLD1210 C I 3301 3 C I 3302 4 C I 4402 3 C I 4304 SOCIAL SCIENCE (12 hours) 6 C I 4602 PSC 2310 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310,2320. Select 6 hrs from 6 FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: HIST 1310, 1320, 8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two PSC 2310, 2320, 2320, years of a single foreign language were completed in high school PSYC 1340, 2360, or the student graduated from high school prior to 1993 SOC 2300, 3320.
112 BACHELOR OF MUSIC CHURCH MUSIC
A MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF CHURCH MUSIC DEGREE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN CHURCH MUSIC REQUIREMENTS
FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 INSTRUMENTAL HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fulltime Fresh- CONCENTRATION men ACAD 1100 REL 2310 3 REL 2315 3 UNIVERSITY CORE Select 3 hrs from 3 CORE 1300 3 REL 3315, 3325, 3350, 3375, 3385 CORE 2300 3 CORE 3300 3 MTH 1330 3 MTH 1340 3 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION MTH 3330 3 ENG 1310 3 MTH 3340 3 ENG 1320 3 MTH 4210 2 COMM 1310 3 MTH 4250 2
MLH 2380 3 HEALTH FITNESS 2 MLH 2390 3 H F 1210 MLH 3270 2 MLH 3380 3 RELIGION MLH 3390 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 MUED 3220 2 MUED 3230 2 FINE ARTS In Major MUED 3290 2 MLH 3380 MUED 4235 2 MUED 4340 3 SCIENCE (8 hours) Select 4 hrs from 4 Piano Proficiency 0 BIOL 1401, 2401, GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420. Sophomore Proficiency 0 Select 4 hrs from 4 CHEM 1400, 1410, MUS 1000—Recital Attendance 0 PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410 Minimum 8 semesters Recital 1-2 MATH SELECT PRINCIPLE INSTRUMENT Select 3 hrs from 3 MATH 1311 or higher FROM AREAS BELOW
HUMANITIES (8-9 hours) Select 6 hrs from 6 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322 VOICE Select 2-3 hrs from 2-3 SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, Applied Voice 8-16 ANY PHIL course, Enroll for 8 semesters. (Must include REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, 4 semesters of advanced study) 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, SLD1210 MUA 1113 1 MUA 1114 1 MUA 1115 1 MUA 1116 1 SOCIAL SCIENCE (9 hours) PSC 2310 3 Ensemble (8 semesters) 8 Select 3 hrs from 3 MUA 0120 or MUA 0121 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310,2320. Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST 1310, 1320, PIANO OR ORGAN PSC 2310, 2320, 2320, PSYC 1340, 2360, Applied Piano or Organ 8-16 SOC 2300, 3320. Enroll for 8 semesters. (Must include 4 advanced hrs) MUA 111A 1 MUA 121A 1 FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: MUA 211A 1 8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years MUA 221A 1 of a single foreign language were completed in high school or the student graduated from high school prior to 1993 Ensemble (8 semesters) 8
113 SCHOOL OF NURSING (PHSSN) Students having an ACT composite score of 18 or less should seek career counseling.
Janet K. Noles, R.N., Ph.D., FNP-C PHSSN Admission Requirements Dean and Associate Professor Students must meet all parent university degree requirements. A McM Box 686 separate admission process is required for students to be admitted into Abilene, TX 79697 the AISN. Admission is competitive, and the size of the classes is Offices are located at: determined by the availability of space and clinical facilities. Patty Hanks Shelton School of Nursing 1. The School of Nursing will review all applications with a 2149 Hickory Street minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.50 in Abilene, TX 79601 the lower-division nursing curriculum based on a 4.0 scale. Phone: (325) 672-2441 Nursing core courses completed with a letter grade less than Fax: (325) 672-5026 C, or 2.00 on a 4.00 scale, will not be accepted toward the Director of Student Services, Brent Wallace, BBA, MA Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. The selection Email: [email protected] process of the School of Nursing is highly competitive. All McM campus hours: Tuesdays, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., Science Bldg. applicants with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 will be Room 223 reviewed.
2. Students are also required to take the Nursing Entrance McMurry University is a part of a three-member consortium which Exam. provides collegiate nursing education in Texas. Through the Patty 3. Students are required to complete three recommendation Hanks Shelton School or Nursing (PHSSN), McMurry offers the forms. Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. 4. Students are required to attend an entrance interview.
5. Students must have all nursing core prerequisites Faculty completed before entering the School of Nursing and have Associate Professors: Roberts, Noles all prerequisites completed within the first year of admission Assistant Professors: Ouimette, Pape, Roberts, Murphy, Sinclair, to PHSSN. A lower level microbiology, with lab component, Souter, Rogers course may be accepted as transfer credit. Instructors: Creech, Grose, Kehl, Hildebrand 6. Students must complete the Certified Nurses Aide (CNA)
program before entering PHSSN. Mission Statement 7. Students must successfully complete a Pathophysiology PHSSN is supported by the Mission and Vision of its three major course before entering PHSSN. supporting institutions. The specific mission of the School of Nursing is 8. Students must apply for admission to the School of Nursing. based on the underlying philosophy and objectives of the consortium The deadline for submitting application for admission in the universities and exists for the purpose of preparing entry level fall semester is on or before February 15 of the same year. professional nurses to practice with an understanding and conceptual Late applications may be accepted. Applicants are required integration of nursling's role in today’s complex health care to have personal contact with the School of Nursing advisor environment. by January 1.
9. Once accepted, students must submit evidence of physical Program Outcomes examination and of physical health, which is consistent with Upon completion of this program of nursing the graduate will be meeting the objectives of the program. Tetanus, diphtheria, prepared to: typhoid, and hepatitis B immunizations are required. If not 1. Use the nursing process as a guide to deliver ethical and administered, a physician’s statement is required. Rubella competent comprehensive nursing care to clients in a screening is required and immunizations required if variety of settings. screening titer indicates lack of immunity. Evidence of 2. Demonstrate responsibility and accountability to clients, other negative tuberculosis must be presented with application for health care workers. admission. Health reports and test results will be available 3. Communicate effectively with clients and other members of to health agencies used for student learning experience the health care team. upon request by an authorized representative of the agency. 4. Demonstrate leadership and management skills in the 10. Students who have any physical or mental disability (ie. delivery of health care services and the practice of ADD, ADHD ) must provide official medical documentation of professional nursing. the disability and information in regard to his/her ability to 5. Use research findings and community resources in meet the requirements of the program. interaction with clients to promote wellness and facilitate 11. Throughout the program, students must maintain a level of restoration of health or a dignified death. mental and physical health consistent with meeting the 6. Accept accountability for practice behaviors, action and objectives of the curriculum. If a mental and/or physical responsibility for life long personal and professional health problem occurs during the student’s educational development. program in nursing, the nursing faculty members responsible
for clinical practice will assess the student’s ability to Accreditation continue in the program and will make recommendations for The School of Nursing programs are accredited by the Board of Nurse action to the Dean. Examiners for the State of Texas, and the graduate is eligible to sit for 12. Students accepted into the Patty Hanks Shelton School of the National Council of State Boards Examinations for licensure as a Nursing are responsible for providing their own Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN) The baccalaureate program is transportation to class and all clinical facilities. accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education 13. Students accepted into the PHSSN must annually provide (CCNE) The School of Nursing is a member of the Southern Regional proof of medical health insurance, if not on parent’s Education board, the Southern Council on Collegiate Education in insurance, the student must have either the University Nursing; and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing. Health Insurance or a private policy.
14. Students must achieve a grade of C (grade of 70 on a 100 Lower-Division Requirements scale)or better in each upper-division nursing course All freshman students accepted for admission in the consortium attempted in order to continue in the School of Nursing. institutions, and stating a preference for nursing as a major, will be 15. Applicants seeking admission by transfer must meet all of placed in lower-division core courses. Acceptance into the lower- the standards required of basic students. division courses, however, does not guarantee that students will be selected for enrollment in Patty Hanks Shelton School of Nursing
114 16. If the student’s performance is unsatisfactory in the clinical SOPHOMORE YEAR setting, the faculty may recommend immediate dismissal to Fall Semester the Dean. Biol 2401* Anatomy & Physiology I 4 17. The student must annually provide proof of current CPR Psyc 1340* Introduction to Psychology 3 certification. The student will not be allowed in the classroom Math 3351 Statistics 3 or clinical area without this certification. American Heart ** Religion, Philosophy, Literature, or Servant Leadership 2/3 Association CPR for Health Care Provider is required. Core 2300 Persons and Communities 3 (National Safety Council, American Red Cross, Heart Total Credit Hours 15/16 Saver, and Heart Saver Plus are not acceptable.) 18. Professional liability insurance is required of each student. Spring Semester This insurance is included in the student’s tuition and fees. Biol 2402* Anatomy & Physiology II 4 19. All PHSSN-entering students are required to purchase Biol 3403* Introduction to Microbiology 4 physical assessment equipment that is supplied by the Psyc 2360* Developmental Psychology 3 PHSSN. The cost of the equipment will be charged as a fee **Religion, Philosophy, Literature, or Servant Leadership 2/3 for the Physical Assessment course. Core 3300 Human Knowledge 3 20. BSN nursing students are required to take Diagnostic Total Credit Hours 16/17 Program examinations each semester. The cost of the examination will be announced. The cost of exams will be SPRING OR SUMMER charged to student’s parent university account. Nurs 3410 Pathophysiology 4 21. During the Senior Year, the ERI examination will be (Required before starting Nursing School in the fall) administered three times. Students are required to achieve Religion, Philosophy, Literature, or Servant Leadership 3 a composite score of 60. Students not achieving a compo- site score of 60 will be placed on a mandatory and monitored *NURSING CORE COURSES REQUIRING A GRADE OF “C-” OR remediation learning contract. Prior to the end of the Spring BETTER Semester, Senior Year, the third mandatory ERI will be **In addition to 3 hours of Religion , 8-9 hours must be completed administered. Any student who fails to achieve a composite in Religion, Philosophy, Literature, or Servant Leadership (Note: score of 60 after the third exam will be allowed to participate Servant Leadership may only be taken once.) in penning and graduation exercises, but must enroll in NURS 4653 during the summer. This means that the Baccalaureate Degree Courses student will not be able to sit for the NCLEX licensure Admission to the School of Nursing is a prerequisite to all Nursing examination for licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse. courses (or approval by the School of Nursing Dean) Any student will be required to seek further intense Note: Curriculum is currently under revision. remediation until a composite score of 60 is attained. The student is responsible for the cost of each examination and May Session, Sophomore Year, or on demand remediation which will be charged to the student’s parent NURS 2301 Certified Nurse Aide Course (CNA) To prepare nurse university account. aides/pre-nursing students with the knowledge, skills, and abilities 22. A standard NCLEX review course is mandatory and will be essential for the provision of care to residents in long-term care arranged by PHSSN. The cost for the review course will be facilities. added to the registration fees. 23. Students seeking the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Spring or Summer Semester, Sophomore Year may take a minor outside the School of Nursing. This minor NURS 3403 Pathophysiology (4-4-0) Scientific concepts related to is NOT required as a part of the BSN degree, and credit pathophysiological process: genetic, cellular, biochemical, and disease hours beyond the minimum hours required may be needed processes in specific body systems will be discussed. to complete the minor. Fall Semester, Junior Year Degree Requirements-Lower-Division Courses NURS 3421 Health Assessment (4-2-2) Assessment of the holistic SUGGESTED COURSE SEQUENCE person as an individual and a member of groups, families, aggregates, NOTE: SOME COURSES ARE OFFERED ONLY ONCE A YEAR communities, and society (IFACS) is emphasized. The role of the IN A SPECIFIED SEMESTER. FAILURE TO COMPLETE THE nurse in health promotion throughout the life cycle is demonstrated by COURSES IN THE SPECIFIED SEMESTER AS OFFERED MAY identifying normal findings. Emphasis will be placed on acquiring skills DELAY ADMISSION TO THE NURSING PROGRAM BY ONE YEAR. to record client histories, to perform physical assessment, and to SUMMERS MAY BE USED TO LOWER THE LOADS DURING THE communicate specific findings. LONG TERMS. NURS 3622 Nursing Process I (6-3-3) Students are provided with FRESHMAN YEAR basic knowledge of concepts inherent to the practice of professional Fall Semester Credit Hours nursing and in the care of all clients. The course lays the foundation Chem1405* Fund. Of Biological Chem. I 4 for nursing practice based on current nursing theories, theoretical Comm1310 Principles of Communication 3 knowledge, concepts, and clinical skills. Theory is applied to practice Math1311* Algebra 3 in a variety of settings. Eng 1310 Composition & Rhetoric 3 HF 1210 Fitness for Living 2 NURS 3423 Pharmacology (4-3-1) Discussion of the fundamental Acad 1100 Freshman Seminar 1 principles of pharmacology and investigations of the major Total Credit Hours 16 classifications of drugs with emphasis on pharmacotherapeutic actions Spring Semester and nursing implications will be presented. Chem1406* Fund. Of Biological Chem. II 4 3 hours Fine Arts Requirement 3 NURS 3324 Dimensions of Nursing (3-3-0) Nurses’ professional roles, Eng 1320 Composition & Literature 3 professional values, and the interaction of the nurse with health care Rel Religion 1330, 2330, or 2340 3 delivery systems will be presented. The historical development of the SOC 2300 Introduction to Sociology 3 nursing profession will be analyzed. Emphasis is placed on critical Total Credit Hours 16/17 thinking, problem solving, decision making models, and the contribution of nursing theory to nursing practice.
115 Spring Semester, Junior Year 2.50. Applicants seeking admission by transfer must meet all the NURS 3833 Nursing Process II (8-4-4) Students are introduced to standards required by the university. Nursing core courses completed obstetrical and pediatric nursing concepts and care. The course with a letter grade of less than C will not be accepted toward the RN focuses on normal and abnormal adaptations in the childbearing Articulation Baccalaureate Programs. process and on growth and development of the child and conditions and illness that affect child health. APPLICATION PROCESS: To make application the student must be admitted and have NURS 3335 Mental Health Nursing (3-3-0) Physiological and completed 45 semester hours of nursing prerequisites. Any psychological aspects of mental health related to acute and chronic remaining prerequisites must be completed prior to the start of health problems across the lifespan will be examined. The role of the the Fall semester of the senior year. professional nurse in health promotion and illness prevention are key Applicants must make personal contact with the AISN academic components. Emphasis is placed on the mental health milieu that advisor prior to January 1st. The deadline for submitting exists within a community setting. applications is April 1st. Included with the application must be official transcript(s) of all colleges attended, including a McMurry Electives (3) A variety of nursing electives are being developed from transcript. It is the student’s responsibility to secure the documentation which students can select course work. Students are encouraged also of any CLEP or Departmental Examination credit on their transcript to select appropriate, applicable electives from their parent institution. prior to the application deadline date. Applicants will be notified of their acceptance or non-acceptance in June. Fall Semester, Senior Year NURS 4845 Nursing Process III (8-4-4) Examination of physiological Students accepted to the RN-BSN Articulation program are and psychological adaptation to responses dealing with required to have: stressors/stimuli related to acute and serious health problems. 1. Accepted to McM and all entrance requirements applicable to Emphasis is on clients who experience physiological deviation. the Generic BSN student apply to the registered nurse student. NURS 4343 Nursing Theories and Research (3-3-0) Nursing Theories 2. A current Texas RN License and in good standing with the and Research provides a forum for the study of professional nursing Texas Board of Nurse Examiners. related needs, through broadening the students’ ability to read, 3. Current CPR certification; American Heart Association CPR interpret, and integrate research information and theoretical models for Health Care Provider required. into practice. It is intended to introduce students, as beginning 4. A current physical examination (form provided by AISN with practitioners, to research and theory in nursing. application). 5. Proof of taking a Physical Assessment Course approved by NURS 4335 Community Nursing the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners or register for Health Assessment. Spring Semester, Senior Year 6. Successfully passed the NLN RN Mobility II Examination NURS 4651 Nursing Process IV (6-3-3) Examination of physiological (ACE II) administered by the School of Nursing. Successful and psychological adaptation to responses dealing with completion of examination will earn 29 hours of upper- stressors/stimuli related to acute and critical health problems. division nursing credit. The examination must be taken prior Emphasis is on clients experiencing critical physiological deviations. to the fall semester in which the registered nurse will enter the School of Nursing. It is highly recommended that NURS 4352 Leadership and Management (3-3-0) Leadership and students take the Mobility exam before starting any of their management principles of professional nursing provide the student work for the Baccalaureate degree. opportunities to synthesize and integrate learning experiences with 7. Associate of Science in Nursing or Diploma from and contemporary practice. Health care as it is delivered in the United accredited program. States today will be examined by considering the organizational socio- 8. 25% of remaining courses needed for degree at McMurry. political, economic, legal, and cultural context on which health care delivery is based for the practicing profession. RN ARTICULATION COURSES SENIOR YEAR *curriculum currently under revision. NURS 4453 Professional Nursing Practicum (4-0-12) Comprehensive NOTE: Students attending McM must fulfill the general education clinical experience for the student to assist in the transition from requirements set forth for the Generic BSN student. student to professional nurse will be provided. Students will have opportunities to synthesize and integrate previous learning and apply it SUMMER to clinical practice. The student will work directly with a professional Credit Hours nurse during the clinical experience in a self-directed independent **NURS 3403 Pathophysiology (offered Spring or Summer) 4 position. **NURS 3423 Pharmacology 4 **NURS 3421 Health Assessment 4 ARTICULATION PROGRAM FOR REGISTERED NURSES NURS 3335 Mental Health Nursing 3 An RN-BSN articulation program is available. Please contact the Total Credit Hours 15 School of Nursing for more information. **Students may either receive transfer credit, challenge the course, or enroll in course to receive credit for the course. ADMISSION REQUREMENTS Before being admitted to the nursing program, a student must be FALL admitted to McMurry and satisfy their admission requirements. In NURS 4661 Evidence Based Practice 6 addition, a separate admission process is required for students to be NURS 4335 Community Nursing 3 admitted to the School of Nursing. ACCEPTANCE INTO THE NURS 4360 Professional Nursing 3 LOWER-DIVISION COURSES DOES NOT GUARANTEE THAT NURS 4343 Nursing Theories and Research 3 STUDENTS WILL BE SELECTED FOR ENROLLMENT INTO THE Total Credit Hours 15 SCHOOL OF NURSING. SPRING The selection process for admission to the School of Nursing is highly NURS 4662 Evidence Based Practice II 6 competitive. The selection process is based on your cumulative GPA if NURS 4252 Leadership and Management 2 all schools attended. The available seats will be given to those scoring Total Credit Hours 8 the highest on these criteria. The School of Nursing will review all applicants with a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE NURSING
A MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN NURSING All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN NURSING REQUIREMENTS A grade of C or better required in all courses listed below FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 NURSING COURSES HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fulltime Freshmen ACAD 1100 NURS 2301 3 UNIVERSITY CORE (NURS 2301 must be taken prior CORE 1300 (met by nursing curriculum) to starting Nursing School) CORE 2300 3 CORE 3300 3 NURS 3410 4 (NURS 3410 must be taken in the WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION Spring or Summer term just prior ENG 1310 3 to starting Nursing School) ENG 1320 3 COMM1310 3 Junior Year Fall Semester NURS 3421 4 HEALTH FITNESS 2 NURS 3622 6 H F 1210 OR 1200 NURS 3423 4 NURS 3324 3 RELIGION
Select 3 hrs from 3
REL 1330, 2330, 2340 Junior Year Spring Semester FINE ARTS NURS 3833 8 Select 3 hrs from 3 NURS 3335 3 ART 1300, 1310, 1313, 2310, NURS Upper Level Elective 3 THRE1330, 2330, FA 2310, MLH2301, 2350 Senior Year Fall Semester NURS 4845 8 SCIENCE NURS 4343 3 CHEM 1405 * 4 NURS 4335 3 CHEM 1406 * 4 BIOL 2401 * 4 BIOL 2402 * 4 Senior Year Spring Semester BIOL 3403 4 NURS 4651 6 NURS 4352 3 MATH NURS 4453 4 MATH 1311* 3 MATH 3351 3 HUMANITIES Select 8-9 hrs from 8-9 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: ANY PHIL course, 8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, two years of a single foreign language were completed in 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, high school or the student graduated from high school prior SLD 1210 to 1993 SOCIAL SCIENCE (9 hrs) PSYC 1340* 3 PSYC 2360* 3 SOC 2300* 3 * Course to be completed with a grade of C- or better prior to starting Nursing School
117 DEPARTMENT OF Course Descriptions: Health Fitness Activity Courses: (H F) PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH FITNESS 1120 Racquet Sports(0-3) Prerequisite: HF 1210 or 1200. This course is designed to teach the fundamentals of racquet Professor Parris, Chairperson sports. Rules and basic playing skills are taught, leading to Professor Smith singles and doubles game play. This course is required of Associate Professor Rutledge all students seeking a teaching field certification in physical education, or who are a major/minor in Exercise and Sport Mission and Goals: Studies. (Fall) The Department of Physical Education and Health Fitness believes its mission to be: 1130 Team Sports (0-3) Prerequisite: H F 1210 or 1200. This 1. To encourage students individually and socially in the course is offered for coeducational participation in four or acquisition of knowledge, habits, and attitudes necessary for more team sports, with emphasis on personal development maintaining health and realizing the full potential of physical of skills to gain a satisfactory level of expertise. This course and emotional well-being conducive to soundness of body, is required of all students seeking teaching field certification mind and spirit. The Department will provide courses which in physical education, or who are a major/minor in Exercise promote acquisition of knowledge regarding physical well- and Sport Studies. (Spring) being, development of skills, and demonstration of satisfactory competence in a variety of fitness techniques 1140 Aerobics (0-3) Prerequisite: HF 1210 or 1200. Available for and activities. Instruction in both group and individual those students interested in basic cardiorespiratory activities activities is emphasized, with adapted physical education and in gaining a satisfactory level of physical fitness through provided for students with limited abilities or medical aerobics, including low impact, step, and interval training. conditions which warrant special conditions. 2. To prepare students for professional careers in fields related 1141 Water Aerobics (0-3) Prerequisite: H F 1210 or 1200. This to physical education and exercise science. The Department course is designed to increase the students’ fitness through provides the curriculum and experiences necessary to water exercise. The course will include a variety of pursue employment or further education in a variety of stationary exercises in the water to strengthen and tone the careers related to physical education, exercise, and sports. large muscles of the body and lap swimming and water 3. To provide students in Physical Education and Health aerobics to increase cardiovascular endurance. Fitness classes challenging opportunities to engage in critical thinking and the communication of that thought. 1143 Power Walking (0-3) Prerequisite: HF 1210 or 1200. This These opportunities are provided through not only cognitive course is designed to allow the student to develop exercises but through experiential assignments in problem cardiovascular endurance through the activity of brisk solving and creative thinking/action. walking. Emphasis is on technique and practice to gain a satisfactory level of expertise. Special Programs and Opportunities: Physical Education Club. The McMurry Physical Education Club is 1144 Jogging (0-3) Prerequisite: H F 1210 or 1200. Available for open to all interested students. It is affiliated with the Texas those students desiring to reach and maintain a satisfactory Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. level of physical fitness through jogging and running. The Activities include monthly programs with guest professionals, field trips course will introduce jogging as a life-long activity for health to professional meetings and workshops, and fund-raising activities. and fitness. Qualifying Physical Education club members are inducted each spring into the national fraternity, Phi Epsilon Kappa. 1150 Dance: Tap or Jazz (0-3) Prerequisite H F 1210 or 1200. This course is designed to teach the fundamentals of dance Departmental Awards. Each Spring, two awards are presented to through study of selected specialties including tap, jazz and outstanding students who are engaged in professional preparation in ballet. Emphasis on technique and practice to gain a this department. The Kyle McCowen Scholarship is awarded to a satisfactory level of expertise. Course is also offered for junior student in the athletic training program for use in the senior year. credit through the Theater department. The Stith Scholarship is awarded to an exceptional student in Physical Education as a teaching field or majoring in Exercise and Sport 1160 Self Defense Through Martial Arts (0-3) Prerequisite: H F Studies, to be used in the senior year. 1210 or 1200. This course is designed to teach the fundamentals of self defense through study of martial arts Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors philosophy and methodology. Emphasis is on technique and Program under the Special Program section earlier in the catalog. practice to gain a satisfactory level of expertise.
Requirements for Degrees in Physical Education follow the 1172 Cycling (0-3) Prerequisite: H F 1210 or 1200 and possession course requirements. of or access to a ten-speed bicycle. Available for the student All students seeking Exercise and Sports Studies majors and minors, who has the ability to ride a bicycle, but who has never or teaching fields in All-Levels Physical Education are required to have ridden to any large extent and who is limited in knowledge six courses of Health Fitness prior to the senior year capstone courses. regarding bicycle maintenance and cycling techniques. These six courses must include at least one each from the following Major emphasis is placed on learning of proper techniques, areas: terminology, traffic regulations, and equipment care and - Fitness for Living H F 1210 or 1200 repair needed to participate in cross-country cycling. - Racquet Sports H F 1120-1129 - Team Sports H F 1130-1139 1180 Golf (0-3) Prerequisite: Health Fitness 1210 or 1200. - Cardiovascular Fitness H F 1140-1149 Instruction, practice, play, study of basic rules and etiquette According to departmental guidelines, these should be taken one per necessary for development of recreational competency in semester prior to taking P E 4120 or 4388. the game of golf is provided. Extra fee assessed for use of off-campus facility. Requirements for Degrees in Physical Education follow the course descriptions. 1190 Personal Fitness (0-3) Prerequisite: Health Fitness 1210 or 1200. This course is designed for students who need individualized courses to achieve improved fitness.
118 Psychomotor requirements include regular workouts using 2330 Foundations Of Physical Education (3-0) An introduction to the American College of Sports Medicine exercise the various areas of physical education, including historical prescription for cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, and background, professional opportunities, present status, muscle strength and endurance. Students have input into individual awareness of professional responsibilities and methods of evaluation. familiarization with current trends and issues. (Fall, Spring.) 1191 Weight and Resistance Training (0-3) Prerequisite: H F 1210 or 1200. Available for those students desiring to reach and 2331 Introductory Personal And Community Health (3-0) A study maintain a satisfactory level of physical fitness. Individual of health and fitness principles which include basic concepts exercise, weight training, resistance activities, with adaptive and methods related to health areas. Specific emphasis is physical conditioning programs available. placed on maintaining personal health that will promote a full and productive life. This course is specified for students 1200 Fitness For Living (1.5-1.5) Prerequisite: status as non- pursuing licensure in athletic training and may be taken as a traditional, medical exemption from activity, or permission of general elective by others. (Fall, even years) the Department Chairperson. This course is a modified version of HF 1210, designed for the non-traditional and/or 2335 Accident Prevention And Care Of Injuries (3-0) A study of medically exempted student. A non-traditional student is accident prevention as related to physical education, sports, one who is 22 years of age or older, who lives off-campus and recreational settings, with emphasis on first aid and on but not with parents, and who has family and/or employment the techniques of organizing and administering the training responsibilities not normally associated with university room program, with minimal attention to taping and splinting. attendance. A medically exempted student is one who has (Fall, Spring.) verified in writing from a licensed physician that they cannot participate in other activity classes. The course provides an 3100 University Interscholastic League Rules(3-0) Prerequisites: in-depth examination of a fitness/wellness lifestyle. Although junior level standing. Focus on the rules governing Texas more emphasis is placed on knowledge and understanding, high school athletics as set by the University Interscholastic students will engage in a personal fitness program (within League. Emphasis on guidelines for member schools, the limits of their abilities) Class will meet one 1 ½ hour coaches and athletes. This course is required in the pre- lecture per week, with approximately 1 ½ hours per week of license athletic trainer program with ALPE certification, and physical activity. (Fall, Spring) is a requisite for any coaching course and may be taken concurrently, (Fall, Spring) 1210 Fitness For Living (1.0-2.0) No prerequisites. For this basic course in the health fitness sequence, the student will 3211 Coaching And Officiating Football (2-0) Prerequisite: explore health fitness concepts and practices, evaluate Successful completion of, or current enrollment in P E 3100, personal fitness, and select a concurrent laboratory activity. University Interscholastic League Rules, required. Theory Fitness for Living is a prerequisite to all Health Fitness and practice of coaching and administering football for courses unless otherwise approved by the Department students in secondary schools for interscholastic Chairperson. Satisfies general education requirement. (Fall, participation. Emphasis is given to basic rules and Spring) officiating. (Fall)
XX99 Special Topics (0-3) Prerequisite: Health Fitness 1210 or 3212 Coaching And Officiating Basketball (2-0) Prerequisite: 1200. Courses of study offered occasionally to students to Successful completion of, or current enrollment in P E 3100, broaden departmental curriculum, to meet student demand, University Interscholastic League Rules, required. Theory or to observe special events. and practice of coaching and administering basketball for students in secondary schools for interscholastic Physical Education Professional Preparation Courses (P E) participation. Emphasis is given to basic rules and 1121-1122 Apprentice Athletic Trainer Laboratory (0-20 hours in officiating. (Spring, even years) training room.) Prerequisite: Permission of the athletic trainer. (Also, 2121-2122, 3121-3122, 4121-4122-three year 3213 Coaching And Officiating Volleyball (2-0) Prerequisite: minimum) A minimum of 300 clock hours each fall and Successful completion of, or current enrollment in P E 3100, spring for a minimum of three academic years (1800 clock University Interscholastic League Rules, required.. Theory hours minimum) is required in training room and field and practice of coaching and administering volleyball for experiences in administering to men and women athletes. students in secondary schools for interscholastic Daily logs, case by case critiques, study of related budgeting participation. Emphasis is given to basic rules and and acquisition of supplies, maintenance of training officiating. (Fall, even years) equipment and facilities, are included in day-to-day experiences. Availability for and participation in special late 3214 Coaching And Officiating Track And Field (2-0) Prerequisite: summer clinics and pre-fall preparations for athletes are Successful completion of, or current enrollment in P E 3100, required during no less than two years, on- or off-campus University Interscholastic League Rules, required. Theory completion of (1) requirements or training leading to and practice of coaching and administering track and field for recognition in ARC First Aid, or Emergency Care Attendant, students in secondary schools for interscholastic or Emergency Medical Technician, and (2) Cardiopulmonary participation. Emphasis is given to basic rules and Resuscitation, each scheduled in consultation with the officiating. (Spring, odd years) college’s coordinator of athletic training, are required. 3300 Elementary Statistics For Measurement And Evaluation In 2261 Assessment of Athletic Injuries (1-1) Prerequisites: PE 2335 Physical Education (3-0) Prerequisites: P E 2330, and MATH or permission of instructor. A study of injury assessment 1311 or higher. A study of fundamental purposes and including athletic-related trauma from injuries to the axial procedures, data collection, and classification, practice in the region, lower extremities, and upper extremities. This construction and the administration of evaluation course provides guidelines for development of a sound instruments, and statistical analysis of measurement results. knowledge base and the skills required to effectively perform Both teacher-made and standardized tests are included. thorough and systematic athletic injury recognition through (Spring, odd years) use of prevalent assessment techniques. Required for athletic training prelicensure. (Fall odd years)
119 3302 Introduction To Motor Learning (3-0) Prerequisite: P E rehabilitation programs for sports-related injuries with 2330 or permission of instructor. Study of the current particular emphasis on use of modalities and currently theories and practices concerning improvement of motor acknowledged sports medicine practices. learning and motor performance. The course emphasizes (Spring, even years) the many aspects of learning and performance of motor skills dealing specifically with selected concepts of skill 4120 Leadership for Majors And Minors (0-3) development and their application to practice. (Spring) Prerequisite: senior status and successful completion, with a C or above, in six Health Fitness courses including at least 3307 Nutrition for the Health Sciences (3-0) Prerequisite: Any lab one from: Fitness for Living, Racket Sports, Team Sports, science. A study of the nutritional bases and strategies to Cardiovascular Fitness. Involves 45 hours of leadership in enhance the health of sedentary, moderately active, and laboratory or instructional settings related to the very active individuals, through all the stages of life. department’s PE and/or Health Fitness classes. Attention is given to nutrient physiology, daily choice (Fall, Spring) behavior, and the art of nutrition prescription. (Fall, odd years) 4310 Recreational Activities In Outdoor Education (2-3) Prerequisite: Junior standing and permission of instructor. 3310 Exercise Prescription (3-0) Prerequisites: HF 1200/1210, A course that presents the student with a variety of small and PE 2330 or PE 2335. An investigation into prescribing and large group activities suitable for the camping and exercise to non-adapted persons. Particular emphasis is outdoor social recreation setting, with particular emphasis on given to personal assessment, exercise modes, and those of elementary school age and for families with children programs interrelating duration, intensity, and frequency of to promote active use of leisure. (On demand.) exercise. (Spring, even years) 4313 Mental Preparation For Peak Performance (3-0) 3321 Kinesiology (3-0) Prerequisite: P E 2335. A study of Prerequisite: Junior standing and permission of the human anatomical and physiological structure, and Department Chairperson. This course will examine those fundamentals and mechanical principles of movement, with aspects of sport psychology and general learning theory primary emphasis on the relationship of physical laws which which are associated with mental preparation for high level govern the universe to the principles of kinesiology applied performance. Topics will include, but are not limited to, to physical education. (Fall, Spring) motivation, goal setting, attention focus, relaxation, visualization, and self-image theory. Foundational and 3330 Adaptive Physical Education (2-1) Prerequisite: P E 2330 or current research will be examined, but emphasis will be 2335 and MATH 1311 or higher. A study of selected special placed on personal application of the skills involved. populations, with primary emphasis upon the problems, (On demand) potentials and suggested programs for the mentally retarded and physically handicapped. On-the-scene observation of 4320 Physiology Of Exercise (3-0) Prerequisite: P E 2335, 3321. established programs in the area and laboratory participation BIOL 2401 is recommended. The course includes the study in discussion and demonstration of suggested activities for of human basic functions, mechanical principles of selected handicaps are included. (Fall) movement, muscular activity, and therapeutic areas including basic sports medicine. Emphasis is given to 3340 Instructional Strategies for Elementary School Physical physiological factors that affect athletic activities and Education (2-1) Prerequisite: C SC 1305 or 3315 and individual performance. (Spring) PE 2330 or admission to the Teacher Education Program. Presentation of the activities of physical education programs 4325 Legal Issues In Sport And Physical Education (3-0) for the elementary school with emphasis upon curriculum Prerequisite: Junior standing and permission of instructor. planning, progressive selection of materials for different An explanation of the liability implications of grades, methods of presentation, sources of aids and teaching/coaching or administering physical education and materials, and performance in fundamental movement athletics. The course will examine the common bases of activities which are appropriate for the elementary level. litigation against physical education professionals, and the (Fall) risk management techniques for minimizing liability in these situations. (Fall) 3341 Movement And Rhythmical Activities For Children (2-1) Prerequisite: C SC 1305 or 3315, and P E 2330 or 4330 Organization and Administration of Athletics (3-0) admission to the Teacher Education Program. Study of the Prerequisites: Senior status and 9 hours advanced physical current theories and emphasis on movement exploration and education hours. An overview of the role, structure and rhythms, including fitness activities, for use in the Physical governance of interscholastic and intercollegiate athletics Education setting. This course includes information programs. This course will enable students to develop and concerning methods and materials in natural and creative comprehend current knowledge, theories, and practices in movement and exposure to a wide variety of available athletic administration which operate within a governance resources and aids for the various developmental levels in framework of state and national policies and rules. (Spring) grades K – 12. (Spring) 4340 Advanced Techniques Of Athletic Training (2-1)
Prerequisite: P E 2261, 2335, 3380 and BIOL 2401 . A 3350 Instructional Strategies for Secondary School Physical study of theory and practice of athletic training in both the Education (2-1) Prerequisite C SC 1305 or 3315, and P E classroom and laboratory setting. The student will gain 2330 or admission to the Teacher Education Program. further advancement in the field of athletic training and its Same as Physical Education 3340 except that emphasis is administrative problems. This course will help the student given to secondary school programming and methodology. gain a better understanding of operational procedures (Spring, odd years) relating to legal liability, budgeting, record keeping, proper
facilities, training room policies, and the handling of 3380 Therapeutic Modalities and Rehabilitation of Athletic Injuries insurance. Major emphasis will be placed on legal liabilities, (3-0) Prerequisites: P E 2261. Focus on the knowledge and injury rehabilitation, and injury recognition. Other areas of use of modalities in the rehabilitation of athletic injuries. study will be modality use, drug education, relating to Provides the student athletic trainer with a comprehensive athletes, and nutritional considerations for the athlete. guide to the design, implementation, and supervision of (Spring, odd years)
120 4388 Internship ( 0-9 contact hours in work setting) Prerequisite: successful completion in six Health Fitness Courses including at least one from: Fitness for Living, Racket Sports, Team Sports, Cardiovascular Fitness and at least 12 hours in physical education for Exercise and Sport Studies minor, or at least 24 hours for the Exercise and Sport Studies major. A course of study in a working environment related to the student’s career choice. The student and the University supervisor will jointly seek out the work environment, with goals and objectives of the work site, the student will spend approximately 120-140 contact work hours on-site. A report of work experience, which includes content and format that has been agreed upon by the student, University supervisor, and on-site supervisor will be required. This is an experience-enriched course and the capstone course for the Exercise and Sports Studies major/minor. Usually taken semester before graduation. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
4x95 Independent Studies Prerequisite: Twelve semester hours and Department of Physical Education Chairpersons approval. A study program arranged between an advanced student and an instructor to provide study in a particular area of interest. The course includes a definition of goals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and means of measuring progress.
XX99 Special Topics A course of study offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet student demand, or to observe special events. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
4X96* Honors Tutorial Prerequisite: Approval of the Department Chairperson. A course of study for the honors student, designed as a supplement to other physical education courses. The study will be in greater depth than attempted in the other physical education course, and perhaps on a topic not previously covered.
4X97* Senior Thesis Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Honors Program, approval of the Department Chairperson. Designed as the capstone course of the departmental honors program. The student will design and conduct a research project which will be presented orally and in writing. The research topic will be approved and the work supervised by a member of the physical education faculty.
4X98* Senior Project Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Honors Program, approval of the Department Chairperson. Designed as the capstone course of the departmental honors program. The student will design and develop a program or project, and prepare a complete written analysis of the steps taken in design and implementation. The project will be approved and the work supervised by a member of the physical education faculty.
121 BACHELOR OF ARTS EXERCISE AND SPORTS STUDIES
A MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN REQUIREMENTS EXERCISE AND SPORTS STUDIES FRESHMAN SEMINAR Required for first-time, fulltime Fresh- 1 EXERCISE AND SPORTS HOURS COMPLETED men STUDIES ACAD 1100 PE 2330 3 UNIVERSITY CORE PE 2335 3 CORE 1300 3 PE 3321 3 CORE 2300 3 PE 4320 3 CORE 3300 3 PE 4388 3 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICTION Select 17 hrs from 17 ENG 1310 3 PE Advanced Electives, ENG 1320 3 to complement career objectives COMM 1310 3 Select 1 course from 2 HEALTH FITNESS 2 HF 1200, 1210 H F 1210 Select 1 Racquet Sport from 1 HF 1120-1129 RELIGION Select 1 Team Sport from 1 Select 3 hrs from 3 HF 1130-1139 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 Select 1 Cardio Sport from 1 HF 1140-1149 FINE ARTS Select 2 HF courses from 2 Select 3 hrs from 3 HF electi ves ART 1300,1310, 1313, 2310, THRE 1330, 2330, FA 2310, MINOR EXERCISE AND SPORTS STUDIES M LH 2301, 2350 (Not available for ESS majors and ALL Level PE Teaching Field) SCIENCE (8 hours) COURSE HOURS COMPLETED Select 4 hrs from 4 BIOL 1401, 2401/Recommended PE 2330 3 GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420 4 PE 2335 3 Select 4 hrs from PE 3321 3 CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410, PE 4320 3 PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410. PE 4388 3 MATH Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 PE Advanced Electives, MATH 1311 or higher to complement career objectives
Select 1 course from 2 HUMANITIES (8-9 hours) HF 1200, 1210 Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 1 Racquet Sport from 1 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309 HF 1120-1129 Select 5-6 hrs from 5-6 Select 1 Team Sport from 1 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, HF 1130-1139 SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, Select 1 Cardio Sport from 1 ANY PHIL course, HF 1140-1149 REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, Select 2 HF courses from 2 3310, 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, HF electi ves SLD1210 SOCIAL SCIENCE (9 hours) Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320 MINOR ADMINISTRATION OF COACHING Select 3 hrs from 3 (Not available for ESS majors and ALL Level PE Teaching Field) PSC 2310, 2320 COURSE HOURS COMPLETED Select 3 hrs from 3 ECON 2310, 2320, PE 2335 3 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320, PE 3100 1 PSC 2310, 2320, PE 3321 3 PSYC 1340, 2360, PE 4320 3 SOC 2300, 3320 PE 4325 3 PE 4330 3 Select 2 hrs from 2 FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: PE 3211, 3212, 3213, 3214, 3299 This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college level, or demonstration of proficiency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign language proficiency exam.
122 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE EXERCISE and SPORTS STUDIES
A MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN EXERCISE AND SPORTS STUDIES All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN REQUIREMENTS EXERCISE AND SPORTS STUDIES FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 EXERCISE & SPORTS STUDIES HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fullt ime Fresh- men ACAD 1100 PE 2330 3 PE 2335 3 UNIVERSITY CORE PE 3321 3 CORE 1300 3 PE 4320 3 CORE 2300 3 PE 4388 3 CORE 3300 3 Select 17 hrs from 17 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION PE Advanced Electives, to comple- ENG 1310 3 ment career objectives ENG 1320 3 COMM1310 3 Select 1 course from 2 HF 1200, 1210 HEALTH FITNESS 2 Select 1 Racquet Sport from 1 H F 1210 OR 1200 HF 1120-1129 Select 1 Team Sport 1 RELIGION HF 1130-1139 Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 1 Cardio Sport 1 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 HF 1140-1149 Select 2 HF courses from 2 FINE ARTS HF electives Select 3 hrs from 3 ART 1300, 1310, 1313, 2310, THRE 1330, 2330, FA 2310, MINOR EXERCISE AND SPORTS STUDIES MLH 2301, 2350 (Not available for ESS majors and ALL Level PE Teaching Field) SCIENCE COURSE HOURS COMPLETED Select 4 hrs from 4 BIOL1401, 2401/Recommended PE 2330 3 GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420 PE 2335 3 Select 4 hrs from 4 PE 3321 3 CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410, PE 4320 3 PHYS1400, 1401, 1410 PE 4388 3
MATH Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 3-4 hrs from 3-4 PE Advanced Electives, to comple- MATH 2421, 3351 ment career objectives COMPUTER SCIENCE Select 1 course from 2 Select 3 hrs from 3 HF 1200, 1210 CSC 1315, 1325, 1330, 2370, 3320, 3330 Select 1 Racquet Sport from 1 HF 1120-1129 HUMANITIES Select 1 Team Sport 1 Select 8-9 hrs from 8-9 HF 1130-1139 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, Select 1 Cardio Sport 1 SPAN4311, 4312, 4313, 4321 HF 1140-1149 ANY PHIL course, Select 2 HF courses from 2 REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, HF electives 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, SLD1210 MINOR ADMINISTRATION OF COACHING SOCIAL SCIENCE (Not available for ESS majors and ALL Level PE Teaching Field) Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320 COURSE HOURS COMPLETED Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC 2310, 2320 PE 2335 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 PE 3100 1 ECON 2310, 2320, PE 3321 3 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320 PE 4320 3 PSC 2310, 2320, PE 4325 3 PSYC 1340, 2360, PE 4330 3 SOC 2300, 3320 Select 2 hrs from 2 PE 3211, 3212, 3213, 3214, 3299 FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: 8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years of a single foreign language were completed in high school or the student graduated from high school prior to 1993
123 DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS guaranteed admission to these options are as follows: Student must receive a B.S. in Physics from McMurry University.
Course work must include the following with a letter grade of at Associate Professor Christensen, Chairperson least a B: Assistant Professor Bykov Electricity and Magnetism (1 semester minimum) - Physics 4390
Quantum Mechanics (1 semester minimum) - Physics 4380 Mission and Goals:
It is the mission of the McMurry University Department of Physics to: For students applying to the M.S. in Applied Physics with Internship in
the semiconductor industry, students are required to take the following 1. provide non-science majors with an introduction to the courses, earning a letter grade of at least a B: concepts, problem-solving techniques, and critical thinking Solid State Physics - Physics 4385 skills of physics and enable them to understand the proper Electronics - Physics 3350 roles of science, technology, and mathematics within our
society; Students must have a minimum overall GPA of 3.00, a minimum GPA 2. provide science majors with a more in-depth survey of the in upper division physics courses of 3.25, and must meet all other field, a discovery-based laboratory experience more closely requirements of the Texas Tech Graduate School. resembling that of a research environment (in terms of data
analysis and report writing), and a better understanding of Society of Physics Students: The McMurry Chapter of the Society of the interconnectedness of science; Physics Students is a charter chapter of the Society which was 3. provide physics majors with a broad-based curriculum founded on April 22, 1968. The purpose of the Society is to promote stressing the fundamentals in a combination of classroom educational activities for all students interested in physics and to instruction, laboratory work, and research experiences; the encourage and assist students to develop the knowledge, competence, program will prepare its graduates for a wide range of career enthusiasm, and social responsibility that are essential to the opportunities including graduate study in physics, advancement of physics. Membership is open to all students engineering, or related sciences, science teaching, or interested in physics. careers in industry and science-related business;
4. enhance the education of physics majors and other Sigma Pi Sigma: The McMurry chapter of Sigma Pi Sigma, the interested students through such out-of-classroom activities physics honor society, was chartered in 1962. The objective of the as the Society of Physics Students, opportunities for society is to recognize the attainment of high scholarship and potential attendance at state and national conferences, and by achievement in physics. Membership is open to juniors and seniors providing them with an extensive and up-to-date library who have attained high scholarship in physics and other subjects and collection of books, magazines, and journals. who give evidence of professional merit, proficiency, or distinction.
The society is a member of the Association of College Honor Societies We believe that in successfully carrying out this mission, we will impart and is an affiliated society of the American Association for the to all of our students the problem solving and critical thinking skills Advancement of Science. Sigma Pi Sigma is an integral part of the needed to succeed in today’s society. By providing a context-rich Society of Physics Students operating within the Education Division of curriculum making use of group problem solving sessions in lecture the American Institute of Physics. and discovery-based laboratories, we feel that our curriculum insures that these skills are imparted to our students. Departmental Awards: Each spring, awards are presented to
outstanding students at the freshman and sophomore level. An Special Programs and Opportunities: outstanding junior is awarded the John and Ruth Cole Scholarship and Dual Physics-Engineering Degree Program. McMurry University has an outstanding senior is awarded the Piper-Bottom Award for joined with Texas Tech University and Texas A&M University in Excellence in Physics. offering a program to allow interested students to simultaneously Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors pursue two bachelor’s degrees: one in Physics from McMurry and one Program under the Special Program section earlier in the catalog. in Engineering from Texas Tech or Texas A&M. The student will complete three years of course work at McMurry and then transfer to Requirements for a Degree in Physics and a Minor in Physics Texas Tech or Texas A&M where they will continue their education for follows the course descriptions. at least another two years in the Engineering field of their choice. The courses taken at McMurry will satisfy the general education and pre- Degree in Physics requisite courses for Texas Tech or Texas A&M and the Engineering Satisfactory completion of all requirements for the BS degree in courses taken at Texas Tech or Texas A&M will count as advanced Physics will also result in the awarding of a minor in Mathematics. Physics courses for the McMurry University degree. Upon the Students wishing to double major in mathematics and physics need successful completion of their Texas Tech or Texas A&M coursework, five math classes beyond those required by the physics major, and the student will receive their BS degrees. The requirements for the should begin taking those in their freshman or sophomore year. McMurry University degree are as follows: Completion of at least 90 hours which will include: Course Descriptions (PHYS)
1400 Introductory Physics (3-3) No Prerequisites. This course is University Core intended for non-science majors. This course counts toward All General Education Requirements for the BS degree McMurry general education credit. This is a one-semester Physics 2510, 2520, 3300, 3270 and 3350 and six hours, either 4370 course covering the basic principles of classical and modern and 4380, or 4390 and 4391 physics. No mathematics preparation beyond high school
algebra and geometry is assumed. (Fall) The remainder of the required hours will be taken from the Supporting
Requirements for the BS degree in Physics. 1401 Introduction to Astronomy (3-3) No Prerequisites. This
course is intended for non-science majors. This course
counts toward McMurry general education credit. This is a
survey course covering the solar system, stars, and galaxies Graduate Admission Agreement to Texas Tech University including modern cosmology. No mathematics preparation Texas Tech University has agreed to guarantee physics students at beyond high school algebra and geometry is assumed. McMurry University graduate admission into its M.S. degree program (Spring) in physics. The degree options available to the qualifying student include the traditional M.S. in Physics, M.S. in Applied Physics, and
M.S. in Applied Physics with Internship. The necessary criteria for
124 1410 General Physics I (3-3) Prerequisites: Working knowledge angular momentum of electron orbits, radioactive decay, of algebra and trigonometry. This is the first part of a two- nuclear fission, and nuclear fusion. In addition, various course series intended for students in the fields of natural properties of particles and patterns in the categorization of science or mathematics and for those following the pre- those particles will be considered. (as needed) medical curricula. This course covers the fundamentals of mechanics, including motion, vectors, forces, momentum, 4360 Astrophysics (3-0) Prerequisites: PHYS 3300, MATH2421. rotational motion, gravity, mechanical energy, and possibly This course is intended for science majors and serves as an sound. Emphasis is placed on the concepts and problem advanced elective for physics majors. This course is a solving techniques of physics. (Fall) mathematically-based survey of current topics in astrophysics such as stellar structure and energy generation, 1420 General Physics II (3-3) Prerequisites: PHYS 1410. This is stellar evolution, galaxies, quasars, and cosmology. (as the second part of a two-course series intended for students needed) in the fields of natural science or mathematics and for those following the pre-medical curricula. This course covers the 4365 Thermodynamics (3-0) Prerequisites: PHYS 3300 and fundamentals of sound, heat, thermodynamics, MATH 2322. Corequisite MATH 3351, 3301. This course electrostatics, direct current circuits, magnetostatics, light, serves as an advanced elective for physics majors. This and some optics. Emphasis is placed on the concepts and course is designed to cover such topics as the three laws of problem solving techniques of physics. (Spring) classical thermodynamics, their connection to the basic principles of statistical thermodynamics and application of 2300 Calculus Physics (3-0) Prerequisite: PHYS 1410, 1420, those principles towards simple molecular-level models of MATH 2421. This course is required for those students specific systems. Different transport, electric, magnetic and wishing to major in Physics who have already taken PHYS chemical processes in those systems can be considered as 1410 and 1420. This course covers the calculus applications time allows. The questions of phase equilibrium and phase to physics where not covered in General Physics I and II. transitions may also be considered. (as needed) (Fall as needed) 4370 Classical Mechanics (3-0) Prerequisites: PHYS 2520, 2510 University Physics I (4-3) Corequisite: MATH 2421. This is MATH 3341. This is a required course for physics majors. the initial course for physics majors and those intending to This course is an in-depth study of kinematics, dynamics, pursue an engineering degree. This course is a calculus- harmonic motion, and related areas of Mechanics. A strong based survey of physics with a strong emphasis on problem mathematical focus is taken. (Alternate Falls) solving. The topics covered are the same as those of Physics 1410. (Fall) 4375 Senior Seminar in Physics (3-0) Prerequisite: MATH 3301, 3341, and senior standing in Physics. Though the content 2520 University Physics II (4-3) Prerequisite: PHYS 2510. of this course will be tailored to the needs and interests of Corequisite MATH 2322. This is the second semester of the students, it will involve research projects (experimental, University Physics. The topics covered are the same as theoretical, or numerical) which will build upon and utilize the those of Physics 1420. (Spring) knowledge and skills acquired in previous Physics courses. Projects may be carried out on an individual or a group 3270 Advanced Physics Laboratory (1-3) Prerequisites: PHYS basis. The projects will result in a public presentation. This 3300, MATH 2322. This is a required course for physics is the capstone course for Physics. (as needed.) majors. This course is intended to advance the student’s practice and experience in physical measurements and 4380 Quantum Mechanics (3-0) Prerequisites: PHYS 4370, serve as an introduction to the techniques and instruments MATH 3301. Corequisite MATH 3351. This is a required used in experimental research in optics, atomic and nuclear course for physics majors. This course offers an physics, and astrophysics. This is an experience-enriched introduction to quantum mechanics, including such topics as course. (Spring) wave mechanics, Schroedinger’s equation and its applications, barrier problems, harmonic oscillators, angular 3300 Introduction to Modern Physics (3-0) Prerequisites: PHYS momentum, and applications to atomic and molecular 2520. This is a required course for physics majors. This processes. (Alternate Springs) course is intended to introduce the student to the wide range of areas under the heading of Modern Physics. These areas 4385 Solid State Physics (3-0) Prerequisites: PHYS 3300. include relativity theory, atomic and nuclear physics, Corerequisite: PHYS 4391. This course serves as an quantum mechanics, and elementary particle physics. (Fall) advanced elective for physics majors. The course will cover the physics of materials in the solid state, such as crystal 3350 Electronics (2-1) Prerequisites: PHYS 2520. This course will properties, electron behavior, lattice behavior, energy bands, introduce students to the basic electronic devices which semiconductors and other materials, and simple electronic comprise most electronic equipment. Topics include general devices. (Alternate Springs) circuitry, diodes, transistors, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and a touch of digital electronic devices such as op-amps 4390 Electricity & Magnetism I (3-0) Prerequisites: PHYS 2520, and logic gates. Laboratory exercises are an integral part of MATH 3301. Corequisite MATH 3341. This is a required the course. (Spring) course for physics majors. The first of two parts, this course will cover such topics as vector analysis, electrostatics, 4340 Optics (3-0) Prerequisites: PHYS 2520. This course Gauss’ Law, multipoles, BVP, dielectrics, and steady serves as an advanced elective for physics majors. This currents. (Alternate Falls) course is designed to cover such topics as light, lenses, aberrations, diffraction, interference, and their relation to 4391 Electricity & Magnetism II (3-0) Prerequisite: PHYS 4390. such applied areas as holography, interferometry, and This is a required course for physics majors. The second of spectroscopy. (as needed) two parts, this course will cover such topics as magnetostatics, Ampere’s law, Faraday’s Law, Maxwell’s 4350 Atomic, Nuclear, and Particle Physics (3-0) Prerequisites: equations, and radiation. (Alternate Springs) PHYS 3300. This course serves as an advanced elective for physics majors. The course will cover an overview of the 4X95 Independent Studies A study program arranged between patterns manifest in atomic and nuclear processes such as an advanced student and an instructor to provide intensive
125 study in a particular area of interest. The course includes a definition of goals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and means of measuring progress.
XX95 Special Topics A course of study offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet student demand, or to observe special events. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
4X96 Honors Tutorial. Prerequisite: See requirements for Honors. For Physics majors. This course provides the Honors student in Physics with the opportunity to explore more advanced topics in the field. It may be taken concurrently with an upper level Physics course, or as an independent study. This course may be repeated if content differs. (as needed)
4X97 Honors Thesis/Project. Prerequisites: See requirements for Honors. For Physics majors. This course provides the Honors student in Physics with the opportunity to pursue a research topic under the direction of a Physics faculty member. The project will result in a final presentation (written and oral) to an appropriate audience. (as needed)
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE PHYSICS
A MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN PHYSICS All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN PHYSICS REQUIREMENTS
FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 PHYSICS HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fullt ime Fresh- men ACAD 1100 PHYS 2510 5 PHYS 2520 5 UNIVERSITY CORE PHYS 3300 3 CORE 1300 3 PHYS 3270 2 CORE 2300 3 PHYS 3350 3 CORE 3300 3 PHYS 4370 3 PHYS 4380 3 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICTION PHYS 4390 3 ENG 1310 3 PHYS 4391 3 ENG 1320 3 COMM1310 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 HEALTH FITNESS 2 Advanced Physics electives H F 1210 OR 1200 RELIGION Supporting Courses Select 3 hrs from 3 A grade of “C-” or higher is required for all supporting courses REL 1330, 2330, 2340 MATH 2421 4 FINE ARTS MATH 2322 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 MATH 2340 3 ART 1300,1310, 1313, 2310, MATH 3301 3 THRE1330, 2330, MATH 3341 3 FA 2310, MATH 3351 3 MLH2301, 2350 CHEM 1410 4 CHEM 1420 4 SCIENCE (8 hours) Select 4 hrs from 4 Select 3 hrs from 3 BIOL1401, 2401, CSC 1330, 4331 GEOS1405, 1410, 2420. Select 4 hrs from 4 CHEM1400, 1405, 1410, PHYS1400, 1401, 1410 (this requirement is met by PHYS Satisfactory completion of all requirements for the BS degree courses in major) in Physics will also result in the awarding of a minor in Mathe- matics. MATH Select 3-4 hrs from In Major MATH2421, 3351
COMPUTER SCIENCE FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: Select 3 hrs from 3 8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless CSC1315, 1325, 1330, 2370, 3320, two years of a single foreign language were completed in high 3330 school or the student graduated from high school prior to 1993 HUMANITIES Select 8-9 hrs from 8-9 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, SPAN4311, 4312, 4313, ANY PHIL course, MINOR IN PHYSICS REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, (Not available for Physics majors) 3310, 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, SLD1210 COURSE HOURS COMPLETED
SOCIAL SCIENCE PHYS 2510 5 Select 3 hrs from 3 PHYS 2520 5 HIST1310, 1320, 2310, 2320. PHYS 3270 2 Select 3 hrs from 3 PHYS 3300 3 PSC2310, 2320 Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 ECON2310, 2320, Advanced PHYS electives HIST1310, 1320, 2310, 2320 PSC2310, 2320, 2320, PSYC1340, 2360, SOC 2300, 3320.
127 DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL SCIENCE 3355 International Relations (3-0) Prerequisites: P SC 2310. A required course for majors and minors; optional for students
in the composite social studies teaching field. This survey Associate Professor Fabrizio, Chairperson course analyzes various perspectives on inter-state behavior Associate Professor Bertrand in the international system, with particular emphasis placed
on understanding conditions under which war, or peace and Mission and Goals: cooperation, are more likely to occur. Topical issues also The Department of Political Science has as its main goal preparing analyzed include: redefining security in the 21st century; the students for a variety of careers requiring expertise in politics and role of non-governmental entities in influencing inter-state international relations as well as graduate and professional education, behavior (e.g., terrorist organizations, or the UN); and including law school. The department provides a broad education to conventional and nuclear weapons arms control. (Spring) majors in the four traditional fields of political science: American politics, comparative politics, international relations, and political 3360 Modern Political Philosophy (3-0) Prerequisites: P SC philosophy. The department seeks to equip majors with the intellectual 2310. A required course for majors and minors. This tools for understanding not only the American political system, but also course surveys the contributions to modern political other major foreign countries, international political interaction in an philosophy made by major political philosophers, political increasingly interdependent world, international economic issues, and leaders, as well as noteworthy intellectuals from Machiavelli different philosophical perspectives on politics. to Mill. The course focuses on the political theories of
liberalism, conservatism, communism, and fascism. Special Programs and Opportunities: (Fall odd years) Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors
Program under the Special Program section earlier in the catalog. 3375 Model United Nations (3-0) Prerequisites: Permission of the
Instructor. Intended for majors, minors, and all other Model U.N. Program. Please see the description of the Model U.N. students interested in Model UN program. This course also Program on page 156. may be used as a major elective for Multidisciplinary Studies
I, II, III. This course is designed to introduce students to the Requirements for Degrees in Political Science follow the course structure and functions of the United Nations, and to prepare descriptions. students to role-play specific countries at local and national
Model UN conferences. Students in this course are Course Descriptions: (P SC) expected to attend the National Model UN in New York. 2310 American National Government (3-0) Prerequisites: none. (Spring) A required course for majors, minors, and students in
teacher education programs. The course also fulfills the 4330 Congress (3-0) Prerequisites: P SC 2310. Optional for general education requirement in political science. An majors and minors. A study of the power, roles, and introductory course which surveys the historical origin, the institutional constraints of the legislative branch of the constitutional basis, the forms, powers, and functions of the federal government. This course will examine how the federal government. (Fall, Spring) Senate and the House of Representatives operate both as
individual chambers and in tandem with other branches of 2320 State Government (3-0) Prerequisites: none. However, government. (Fall odd years) students in teacher education programs are advised to take
PSC-2310 first. Optional for majors and minors. The 4335 Presidency (3-0) Prerequisites: P SC 2310. Optional for course also fulfills the general education requirement in majors and minors. This class is a study of the roles, political science. An introductory course on state and federal powers, and institutional constraints of the chief executive of relations. An intensive study of the government of Texas. the federal government. This class will study the history of (Fall, Spring) the presidency and how its powers have evolved since
George Washington. Special attention will be paid to its 3305 Campaigns and Elections (3-0) Prerequisites: PSC 2310. relationship with other branches of government. Optional for majors and minors. This course is offered every (Spring even years) other fall semester coinciding with the federal election cycle.
It will examine the elections as they unfold, studying 4340 American Foreign Policy (3-0) Prerequisites: P SC 2310 historical trends and the current political situation. How and junior or senior standing. Optional for majors and candidates campaign for office will be an important focus of minors. This course uses simulations and creations of this class. (Fall even years) alternative histories to convey the opportunities and costs
associated with internationally focused and isolationist 3310 Political and Cultural Geography (3-0) Prerequisites: none. foreign policies. Particular emphasis is placed on historical Cross listed as GEOG 3310. Optional for majors and and current US policies toward its neighbors in the Western minors. A required course for students in the composite Hemispheres, the rise and decline of the US as a global social science teaching field. A study of the interaction hegemon, the Cold War and the US - UN relationship. This between human culture and its environment, and including is the capstone course for Political Science. (Fall odd years) urban growth, national development, regions, economic
development, and influence of geography on history. Focus 4350 The Supreme Court and Constitutional Law (3-0 ) at local, state, national, and global levels. (Fall) Prerequisites: PSC 2310 and junior or senior standing.
Optional for majors and minors. The study of the Supreme 3350 Comparative Politics (3-0) Prerequisites: P SC 2310. A Court as an equal and independent branch of government required course for majors and minors; optional for students with a focus on its members, both past and present, and its in the composite social studies teaching field. This survey role as final interpreter of the Constitution. This is the course analyzes similarities and differences across a variety capstone course for Political Science. (Spring odd years) of governing systems, through a survey of two countries
within each of the following categories: established 4360 International Political Economy (3-0) Prerequisites: P SC democracies (e.g., UK and France), communist and post- 2310. Optional for majors and minors. This course communist countries (e.g., Russia and China), and less examines the philosophical origins of and alternatives to developed countries. The US is used as a reference for economic and political liberalism, with particular emphasis comparison across all three categories. (Fall) on the creation and evolution of the international trading and
128 monetary system established by the US immediately following World War II. Contemporary topics include the WTO and regional trading blocks, and their impact on the global economy. (As needed)
4370 Environmental Politics (3-0) Prerequisites: P SC 2310. Optional for majors and minors. This course will introduce students to the conceptual and practical interrelationships between politics and environmental degradation and management. It will also address environmental regulations at both the domestic and international policy levels. (Fall even years)
4388 Internship (3-0 ) Prerequisites: P SC 2310. A work-study program open to advanced majors in political science. This course fulfills the department’s experiential learning requirement. Students are required to work a total of 150 hours, keep a daily journal, and write a feed-back report assessing their internship experience. Can be taken only once for credit towards the major, but can be repeated once for elective credit. With the approval of the department Chairperson. (Fall, Spring)
4X96 Honors Tutorial (4-0) Prerequisites: fifteen hours in political science and admission to the departmental honors program. Designed for the honors student in political science; includes intensive reading on a selected topic, analysis, and research. (Fall, Spring)
4X97 Senior Thesis (4-0) Prerequisites: eighteen hours in political science, admission to the departmental honors program, and approval of the research project by department and Honors Committee. Designed for the honors student in political science. An independent research project on a topic approved by the political science faculty; findings reported in writing and orally to the faculty of the department. Successful completion is required for graduation with honors in political science. (Fall, Spring)
XX99 Special Topics (3-0) Prerequisites: none. Optional for majors and minors. A course of study offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet student demand, or to observe special events. May be repeated for credit towards the major when topics vary.
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BACHELOR OF ARTS POLITICAL SCIENCE
A MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN POLITICAL SCIENCE REQUIREMENTS FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 POLITICAL SCIENCE HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fu llt im e Fresh- men PSC 2310 3 ACAD 1100 PSC 3350 3 UNIVERSITY CORE PSC 3355 3 CORE 1300 3 PSC 3360 3 CORE 2300 3 CORE 3300 3 Select 9 hours from 9 W RITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION PSC 2000 or 3000 level ENG 1310 3 ENG 1320 3 Select 9 hours from 9 COMM 1310 3 PSC 4000 level HEALTH FITNESS 2 H F 1210 RELIGION Select 3 hrs from 3 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 FINE ARTS FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: Select 3 hrs from 3 This major requires 2 years of foreign language at the college ART 1300,1310, 1313, 2310, level, or demonstration of proficiency by taking a CLEP exam THRE 1330, 2330, or a foreign language proficiency exam. FA 2310, M LH 2301, 2350 SCIENCE (8 hours) Select 4 hrs from 4 BIOL 1401, 2401, GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420. MINOR IN POLITICAL SCIENCE Select 4 hrs from 4 (Not available for Political Science majors) CHEM 1400, 1410, PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410. COURSE HOURS COMPLETED
PSC 2310 3 MATH PSC 3350 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC 3355 3 MATH 1311 or higher PSC 3360 3
HUMANITIES (8-9 hours) Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 6 hrs from 6 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322 PSC 2320, 3305, 3310, 3375, Select 5-6 hrs from 5-6 4330, 4335, 4340, 4350, 4360, ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, 4370 SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, ANY PHIL course, REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, SLD1210
SOCIAL SCIENCE (9 hours) Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310,2320. Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC2310, 2320 Select 3 hrs from 3 ECON 2310, 2320, HIST 1310, 1320, PSC 2310, 2320, 2320, PSYC 1340, 2360, SOC 2300, 3320
130 PROFESSIONAL PREPARATION PROGRAMS Sophomore Year Courses Sem Hrs Biology 3410 4 PREENGINEERING PROGRAM Biology* 4 English or Communication 3 Advisor: Christensen Chemistry 3410, 3420 8 History 2310 or Political Science 2310 3 Students interested in pursuing a degree in Engineering should follow Physics 1410, 1420 8 the curriculum of the Physics major. Options include either transferring 30 to an engineering school after the junior year and working towards two Bachelor’s Degrees or following a Physics degree at McMurry *Prepharmacy requirements vary depending upon the school of University with graduate work in Engineering. The particular area of pharmacy. The student should consult catalogs from schools of Engineering in which the student is interested may influence their pharmacy about programs for the first two years. choice of electives. Interested students should refer to the discussion The remaining three years of the prescribed curriculum leading to a of the Dual Physics-Engineering Degree Program under the Bachelor of Science degree will be completed in a school of pharmacy Department of Physics for details. You may also contact one of the chosen by the student. Physics professors. PREVETERINARY PROGRAM PREMEDICAL AND PREDENTAL PROGRAMS Advisor: Beasley Advisor: Jeffery *The minimum preparation for application to the Texas A&M College of Although it is possible to begin medical or dental school without an Veterinary Medicine is 64 semester hours to include the following: undergraduate degree, this currently only happens in unusual cases. Students from any major may apply to medical or dental school as long English 1310, 3385 ...... 6hrs as they have the necessary prerequisites. These prerequisites are 1 Literature ...... 3 hrs year of English, 2 years of biology, 2 years of chemistry, and 1 year of Communication 2330 or 3370 ...... 3 hrs physics (all should be the same courses taken by science majors) Biology 1402,1403, 3410, 3460 ...... 16 hrs Some of the schools also require 1 semester of calculus. In addition Chemistry 1410, 1420, 3410, 3420...... 16 hrs to a solid science education, medical and dental schools also want Biochemistry...... 5 hrs applicants to have an awareness of ethics, an appreciation for diverse Physics 1410, 1420...... 8 hrs cultures, and an awareness of the importance of world events. These Mathematics 2421 or 3351...... 3-4 hrs are the minimum requirements for the schools in Texas. A student Animal Nutrition or Feeds and Deeding ...... 3 hrs should select their major according to their academic interests and vocational plans in the event of non-acceptance. Because of the *The applicant is expected to have both animal and veterinary prerequisites, most McMurry students major in the sciences. During experience. The course prerequisites can be incorporated into some the freshman year the student should register with the Premed/Predent majors and minors. The major should be chosen according to interest Advisor as desiring to be part of the program. During the sophomore of the student and vocational plans in the event of non-acceptance. year the student should meet with the Advisor and seriously discuss Applicants are evaluated on GPA, academic rigor, semester loads their likelihood of success in being accepted. At the end of the junior carried, animal and veterinary experience, leadership, extracurricular year premedical students should take the Medical College Admission activities, evaluation from undergraduate faculty, and the score on the Test (MCAT) and predental students should take the Dental Admission Graduate Record Exam (GRE). Students are encouraged to consult Test (DAT) During the early summer between junior and senior years the College of Veterinary Medicine website for the most current the student should submit his application to the professional schools. information. In addition to the admission test, grade point average and recommendations from McMurry are important factors in securing an PREPHYSICAL THERAPY interview. Most admissions committees also prefer a student who has participated in some organizations, is familiar with the field of their Advisor: Farrell choice, and has had work experience. In Texas there are ten physical therapy programs, all requiring prior PREPHARMACY PROGRAM undergraduate education. Successful completion of all of these programs results in a Masters in Advisor: Jeffery Physical Therapy. These programs require 90 or more undergraduate hours or a BS or BA degree before admission. McMurry provides all of McMurry provides courses preparing students for applying to schools the prerequisite coursework to any of these programs. However, the of pharmacy. The two-year sequence described below outlines prerequisites to the programs are not uniform. All of the programs courses required for most Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy programs require English, history, government, mathematics, psychology, one still in existence. Most schools of pharmacy however are in transition year of physics, one year of chemistry, and three to five semesters of to offering Doctor of Pharmacy degrees exclusively. More extensive biology. The schools vary in which biology courses are specified. preparation likely will be required for these programs. For this reason, More detailed information and guidance can be obtained from the students are urged to investigate requirements and programs at the physical therapy advisor. pharmacy schools of their interest. It is advisable for students to pursue a degree in a McMurry major in case the pharmacy school OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY application proves unsuccessful. Freshman Year Advisor: Farrell Courses Sem Hrs Biology 1401, & 1402 or 1403 8 Texas has five Universities (with eight campuses) that offer a degree Chemistry 1410, 1420 8 in Occupational Therapy. All of these schools offer a BS degree and at English 1320 & 1320 6 least two have a M.S. program. The undergraduate programs Health Fitness* 2 culminate in a BS in Occupational Therapy and have specific Mathematics* 6 prerequisites for admission to the program. McMurry provides courses 30 and opportunities to complete the prerequisite course work for these programs. All of the undergraduate programs require English, history,
131 government, psychology, and two to three semesters of biology. DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY Students generally are required to have at least one semester of chemistry, one semester of physics, one or two semesters of Assistant Professor Dawson mathematics, and one or two semester of sociology, among others. Assistant Professor Swenson Since the individual professional schools differ somewhat in their requirements, the student is encouraged to meet with the occupational Mission and Goals: therapy advisor for information and guidance in selecting a plan of The mission of the Department of Psychology is: study. 1. To help students study the nature and function of experience
and behaviors. PRE-LICENSE ATHLETIC TRAINER PROGRAM 2. To help students better understand the behavior of
themselves and others. Advisor: McMurray 3. To help acquaint students with the facts, theories, and
research techniques of the science of psychology. This program has been approved by the Texas State Department of 4. To help students develop the ability to apply the scientific Health for pre-license preparation in athletic training. Persons methods of psychology to personal, social, and vocational majoring in Multidisciplinary Studies with All-Level physical education problems in the everyday world. teaching field, and intending to become certified to teach in Texas will 5. To help students prepare themselves for careers in follow the plan listed in this catalog in the Curriculum and Instruction psychology or provide a broad psychology background for Department listings. Persons who have other majors may elect to take those with other career plans. the course work required by the Texas Department of Health, www.dsh.state.tx.us to take their respective test for licensure. These Special Programs and Opportunities: requirements, listed below, will be in addition to other requirements of Psychology Club. The McMurry Psychology Club “TRI-PSY” is their chosen degree: designed to promote interest in psychology, to provide psychological
activities beyond the usual classroom situation, to enhance contacts Six hours from PE 1121, 1122, 2121, 2122, 3121, 3122, 4121, and between students and local psychologists, and to encourage fellowship 4122; PE 2261, 2331, 2335, 3307, 3321, 3380, 4320, and 4340; among psychology students. It is open to all students with an interest Biology 2401; 1800 clock hours of supervised work in the training in the science and practice of psychology. room; and CPR and First Aid (a course requirement in the training labs). PSI CHI. The McMurry University chapter of Psi Chi was chartered in Admission to the Athletic Training Program is selective and is based on April 1999. Psi Chi is the National Honor Society in Psychology, past experience in the area, academic standing, and an interview with founded in 1929 for the purpose of encouraging, stimulating, and the Head Athletic Trainer. Contact the Athletic Trainer to schedule an maintaining excellence in scholarship and advancing the science of interview. psychology. Membership is open to graduate and undergraduate men and women who are making the study of psychology one of their major PRE-LAW interests and who meet the minimum qualifications. Psi Chi is a member of the Association of College Honor Societies (ACHS) and is Advisor: Fabrizio an affiliate of the American Psychological Association (APA) and the American Psychological Society (APS) Students interested in a legal career after completion of a bachelor’s degree are encouraged to pursue any academic major that interests Departmental Awards. Each Spring, awards are presented to them. Law schools do not recommend specific courses of study or any outstanding students at the sophomore, junior, and senior levels. The particular major. What law schools want are students who can think, outstanding sophomore is awarded the Evelyn Hennig Memorial write, and speak well and who have an understanding of the human Scholarship, to be used during the student’s junior year. The experience. The Law School Admission Council recommends a “broad outstanding junior is awarded the O.P. Clark Scholarship, to be used liberal arts curriculum” as the preferred preparation for a legal career. during the student’s senior year. Outstanding seniors are also eligible Admission committees want to see law school applicants rise to to compete for the Betty Hardwick Center Mental Health-Mental intellectual challenges by choosing academically rigorous courses. Retardation Award for Excellence in the Behavioral or Social Sciences. They are most likely to reject students who select unchallenging or narrow fields of study. Law schools encourage courses of study that Psychology Exit Exams. All majors in Psychology must take a locally demand strong reasoning and communication skills. prepared departmental exam and the Major Field Achievement Test (MFAT) in Psychology whenever they take the Senior Seminar in Psychology. There is no cost to the student for these tests. Individual scores are kept confidential. These tests are used for assessment of the departmental program and to give students practice for the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) in Psychology.
Internship in Psychology. Senior-level Psychology majors are encouraged to consider participation in the internship program. In the program, students receive meaningful practical experience by working in a mental health setting to see how the theoretical concepts of Psychology are put in practice. Specific requirements unique to the Department of Psychology are listed under PSYC 4388 in this section.
Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors Program under the Special Program section earlier in the catalog.
132 Requirements for Degree in Psychology follow the course 3385 Gerontology (3-0) Prerequisites: PSYC 1340 and 2360 or descriptions. permission of instructor . Intended as an elective for majors and minors in psychology who have an interest in learning Course Descriptions: (PSYC) about and working with the elderly. This course involves a 1340 Introduction to Psychology (3-0) Prerequisites: None. study of the aging process, including the physical, Designed as a course for anyone interested in psychology. psychological, and social influences on aging. It includes an Course counts for McMurry general education credit and is analysis of the services available and needed by the elderly. required for all psychology majors, minors, and nursing (Spring odd years) majors. This course is an overview of the scientific study of factors underlying human and animal behavior. Topics 3390 Drugs and Behavior (3-0) Prerequisite: PSYC 1340. include physiological bases of behavior, learning, Intended as an elective for psychology majors and minors development, personality theories, social interaction, who are interested in the role of chemicals in influencing psychological disorders, and therapy. (Fall, Spring) behavior. This course studies the relationships among most common drugs, biochemical processes of the central 2360 Developmental Psychology: The Human Life Cycle (3-0) nervous system, and behavior. The common uses of these Prerequisites: None. Designed as a course for anyone drugs in various clinical and medical therapies, substance interested in psychology. Course is required for psychology, abuse, and treatment methods are also stressed. (Spring and nursing majors, and is an elective for all others . This even years) course is an introduction to the individual’s personal development and change throughout the life span. (Fall, 4300 Abnormal Psychology (3-0) Prerequisites: PSYC 1340 and Spring) junior or senior standing. This course is designed for all persons with an interest in psychological disorders and is an 3301 Principles of Learning (3-0) Prerequisite: PSYC 1340. An upper level elective for psychology minors, but is required for elective for psychology majors and minors. This course is a majors. This course is concerned with an analysis of survey of the research, principles, and theories of human maladaptive behavior including mood, anxiety, psychotic, and animal learning. Particular emphasis is placed on and personality disorders, as well as substance abuse, understanding the similarities and differences between somatoform disorders, brain dysfunction, and dissociative classical conditioning, operant conditioning, and cognitive disorders. Classification, etiology, prevention, and treatment learning. (Fall) of abnormal behaviors are also examined. (Spring)
3320 Personality Theories: A Comparative Analysis (3-0) 4310 Experimental Psychology (3-0) Prerequisites: PSYC 1340, Prerequisite: PSYC 1340. Counts as an elective for all three additional advanced hours in psychology, MATH 3351 psychology majors and minors. This course involves a or permission of instructor, and junior or senior standing. detailed investigation of the processes responsible for Required for psychology majors and is an elective for normal and abnormal personality formation. Topics include psychology minors. This course provides a survey of contemporary and historical models of personality, their experimental methods and research designs employed in assumptions, structures, research methods, assessment the study of behavior. The course gives special emphasis to techniques, and findings. (Fall) methods used in learning, memory, perception, development, and social behavior. 3325 Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences (3-0) Prerequisites: (Fall) PSYC 1340, MATH 3351, and junior or senior standing. Designed as a survey of descriptive and inferential statistics 4315 Psychological Tests and Measurements (3-0) Prerequisites: for students in the behavioral sciences. Topics include PSYC 1340, three additional advanced hours in psychology, measures of central tendency and variability, probability, and junior or senior standing. Intended for those students tests of hypotheses, various forms of correlation, regression who seek training in administering and evaluating analysis, chi-square and other non-parametric tests, and psychological tests. It is an upper level elective for intense instruction in the major forms of analysis of variance. psychology majors intended for those students who seek an Particular emphasis for this course is placed on the practical introduction to the administration and evaluation of application of these techniques. Some computer use is psychological tests. This course is designed as a survey of required. (Spring odd years) a wide variety of group and individual psychological tests. Students administer, score, and interpret selected tests. 3340 Social Psychology (3-0) Prerequisites: PSYC 1340 or SOC Topics include test validity, reliability, objectivity, 2300. (Cross-listed as SOC 3340) An elective course for all standardization, and meaning of tests and measurements in psychology majors and minors. This course is a survey of psychological and educational settings. (Spring) the ways in which interpersonal events and cultural forces can affect attitudes, social learning, perception, and 4320 Psychology of the Criminal Mind (3-0) Prerequisites: PSYC communication by the individual and the group. (Spring) 1340, three additional advanced hours in psychology, and junior or senior standing. Intended for all students with an 3360 Comparative Animal Behavior (3-0) Prerequisites: PSYC interest in psychology and criminal justice. An upper level 1340 and BIOL 1401. (Cross-listed as BIOL 3360) Intended elective for psychology majors and minors, and all other as an elective for students interested in aspects of animal interested students. This course is designed to provide the behavior. This course involves a comparative study of the student biological, psychological, and sociocultural developmental, ecological, and social factors that influence theoretical explanations for criminal behavior. Research behavior in animals. Similarities and differences between findings and the treatment and handling of criminals from a human and animal behaviors are also discussed. (Fall even mental health perspective are examined. Emphasis is years) placed on understanding the behavior and thought
3382 Mental Health (3-0) Prerequisites: PSYC 1340. Intended processes of psychopaths. The use of mental health as an elective for majors and minors in psychology. This professionals within the criminal justice system is also course is a study of the prevention and correction of discussed. (Fall even years) maladjustment and the development of the wholesome personality. Strong emphasis is placed on the contributions that the behavioral sciences make to the understanding of the individual. (Spring)
133 4330 History and Systems of Psychology (3-0) PSYC 1340, three Students take a locally prepared departmental exam and the additional advanced hours in Psychology, and junior or Major Field Achievement Test (MFAT) in Psychology as part senior standing. An upper level elective for psychology of this course. These tests are considered in students’ final majors and minors. This course investigates the historical grade. This course is designated as the capstone course in development of systems and theories of psychology , psychology. (Spring) emphasizing both the continuity of ideas and the changes in those ideas as psychology has evolved. Various historical 4X95 Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisites: PSYC and contemporary schools of thought in psychology are 1340, six additional advanced hours in psychology, and examined. (Fall odd years) junior or senior standing. An upper level elective for psychology majors and minors. This is an advanced study or 4341 Physiological Psychology (3-0) Prerequisites: PSYC 1340, research program arranged between an advanced student three additional advanced hours in psychology, BIOL 1401, and an instructor to provide intensive study of a particular and junior or senior standing. Designed for the psychology or area of interest. The course includes a definition of goals biology student with an interest in how biological function appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attaining influences behavior. An upper level elective for psychology those goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and majors and minors, and other interested students. This means of measuring progress. No more than three course examines the processes by which biological factors semester hours can be approved in Independent Studies. influence human and animal behavior. Special emphasis is (by arrangement) placed on the effects of the brain, neurotransmitters, hormones, and genetics on learning, memory, motivation, XX99 Special Topics (level and credit are variable) Prerequisites: sensation, and abnormal behavior. (Spring odd years) PSYC 1340, three additional advanced hours in psychology, and junior or senior standing. An elective for psychology 4365 Death and Dying (3-0) Prerequisites: PSYC 1340 majors, minors, and other interested students. Courses of . This course is designed for all students with an interest in this nature are infrequent on unique topics of study offered understanding death processes. An upper level elective for occasionally to groups of students to broaden departmental psychology majors and minors. This course is a study of the curriculum, to meet student demand, or to observe special social and psychological impact of dying, death, and events. Courses of this type may be repeated once for bereavement. Students are provided the opportunity to credit when the topics vary. (Fall, Spring, Summer) explore their own feelings about death and dying and to develop professional skills for working with dying and 4X96* Honors Tutorial (variable credit) Prerequisites: 15 hours in grieving persons. (Spring even years) psychology and admission to the departmental honors program. Designed to challenge unusually gifted students in 4370 Industrial and Organizational Psychology (3-0) psychology. This course provides opportunities for Prerequisites: PSYC 1340, three additional advanced hours investigation into a variety of psychological topics. It can be in psychology, and junior or senior standing. Designed as taken concurrently with an upper level psychology course or an upper level elective for psychology majors, minors, and as a separate independent study. This is an experience- business students. This course studies the application of enriched course. (by arrangement) the principles of individual and group psychology to persons in the workplace and other organizational settings. Topics 4397* Honors Thesis (0-9) Prerequisites: 15 hours in psychology, include behavioral measurement, personnel selection and admission to the departmental honors program, and training, job satisfaction, and human factors in job design. approval of the topic by the department and the Honors (Spring even years) Committee. This course will provide an opportunity for a student to pursue an in-depth analysis of some 4375 Clinical and Counseling Psychology (3-0) Prerequisites: contemporary approach to a topic in psychology and write a PSYC 1340, three additional advanced hours in psychology, comprehensive review paper on the findings (25-50 pages) and junior or senior standing. Designed as an upper level There must also be an oral presentation of this material to an elective for psychology majors and minors. This course is appropriate audience. Honors graduates must successfully a survey of the psychodiagnostic procedures, methods for complete either Honors Thesis or Honors Research. This is individual and group counseling and psychotherapy, and an experience-enriched course and the capstone course for effectiveness of various treatments used by clinical and the honors program in Psychology. (by arrangement) counseling psychologists in the field of mental health. (Fall odd years) 4398* Honors Research (0-9) Prerequisites: 15 hours in psychology, admission to the departmental honors program, 4388 Internship in Psychology (0-9) Prerequisites: PSYC 1340, and approval of the topic by the department and the Honors twelve advanced hours in psychology, a 3.00 GPA in Committee. This course will provide an opportunity for a psychology coursework, and senior standing. Intended as an student to pursue an original research topic under the upper level elective for psychology majors. A pre-approved direction of a faculty member from the Department of and supervised work experience designed to supplement Psychology. There must be a written report (25-50 pages) of academic training. Students work 150 hours at a local the research findings in a form suitable for publication. agency and attend supervisory meetings. Interested There must also be an oral presentation of this material to an students should discuss this course with the psychology appropriate audience. Honors graduates must successfully faculty by October 1 for spring semester placement and by complete either Honors Research or Honors Thesis. This is March 1 for summer or fall semester placement. This is an an experience-enriched course and the capstone course for experience-enriched course. (Fall, Spring, Summer) the honors program in Psychology. (by arrangement)
4392 Senior Seminar in Psychology (3-0) Prerequisites: Senior standing, and fifteen hours in psychology or approval by the Chairperson of the department. Required for all psychology majors. This course is designed to stimulate critical thinking and initiate debate on a number of diverse controversial issues in psychology. The emphasis is on explaining different theoretical approaches to psychological issues and how they can be integrated into a conceptual whole.
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BACHELOR OF ARTS PSYCHOLOGY
A MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN PSYCHOLOGY REQUIREMENTS
FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 PSYCHOLOGY HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fulltime Fresh- At least 24 hrs of psychology men credit must be at the advanced ACAD 1100 level. UNIVERSITY CORE PSYC 1340 3 CORE 1300 3 PSYC 2360 3 CORE 2300 3 PSYC 4300 3 CORE 3300 3 PSYC 4310 3 PSYC 4392 3 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION MATH 3351 or BA 3370 3 ENG 1310 3 ENG 1320 3 Select 9 hrs from 9 COMM 1310 3 PSYC 3301, 3320, 3340, 4315, HEALTH FITNESS 2 4330 H F 1210 RELIGION Select 12 hrs from 12 Select 3 hrs from 3 Psychology electives REL 1330, 2330, 2340 Electives recommended, but not required, for pursuit of any FINE ARTS graduate field of psychology include: Select 3 hrs from 3 PSYC 3320, 4315, 4341, and 4388. ART 1300,1310, 1313, 2310, Students planning to obtain graduate training in any applied THRE 1330, 2330, area of psychology should consider some of the following FA 2310, classes: M LH 2301, 2350 PSYC 3382, 3385, 3390, 4320, 4365, 4370, 4375, XX99. SCIENCE (8 hours) Select 4 hrs from 4 BIOL 1401, 2401, FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: Select 4 hrs from This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college CHEM 1400, 1410, 4 level, or demonstration of proficiency by taking a CLEP exam PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410 or a foreign language proficiency exam. MATH MATH 1311 or higher 3
HUMANITIES (8-9 hours) MINOR IN PSYCHOLOGY Select 3 hrs from 3 (Not available for Psychology majors) ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322 Select 5-6 hrs from 5-6 COURSE HOURS COMPLETED ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, Select 3 hrs from 3 ANY PHIL course, PSYC 1340 REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, SLD1210 Select 12 hrs from 12 Advanced PSYC Electives SOCIAL SCIENCE (9 hours) Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 PSYC Electives HIST 1310, 1320, 2310,2320. Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC2310, 2320 Select 3 hrs from 3 ECON 2310, 2320, HIST 1310, 1320, PSC 2310, 2320, 2320, PSYC 1340, 2360, SOC 2300, 3320
135 DEPARTMENT OF 1330 Introduction to Christianity (3-0) No Prerequisites. An Introductory level course for all students. Satisfies 3 hours RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY General Education requirement. The course is a general introduction to the history, theology, and social impact of Professor LeMasters, Chairperson Christianity past and present with attention given to the Professor Kinlaw relationship of Christianity to persons and institutions in the Associate Professor Libby modern world. (Fall, Spring) Assistant Professor Eppley Assistant Professor Miller 2309 Holocaust through the Eyes of Elie Weisel (3-0) Prerequisite: none. This course examines the Holocaust Mission and Goals: through the writings of Elie Wiesel, a renowned Holocaust The Mission of the Department of Religion and Philosophy is to survivor. Readings by Weisel are augmented with film and administer programs in the academic fields of Religion and Philosophy documentary presentations. Implications and events of the and to cooperate with other academic departments in furthering the Holocaust are examined through religious, literary and pursuit of Christian liberal arts education on our campus. The historical perspectives. (May) Department maintains a Wesleyan commitment to unite intellectual achievement and vital piety in ways that foster both academic 2310 Introduction to Christian Ministry (3-0) Prerequisite: REL excellence and mature Christian discipleship. The Department intends 1330 or 2330 or 2340. This course is intended for students for the program in Religion to serve the mission of McMurry University who are discerning a vocation to ministry. It introduces by accomplishing the following goals: students to the history, theology, and practice of various ministries in the Christian church. 1. introduce all McMurry students to the academic study of Religion through general education courses such as Old 2315 Introduction to Christian Ministry II (3-0) Prerequisite: REL Testament survey, New Testament survey, and Introduction 2310. This course continues the introduction to ministry to Christianity; begun in REL 2310, and is intended for students who are 2. offer advanced courses in Scripture, Christian theology and discerning a vocation to ministry. ethics, the history of Christianity, and other fields which prepare Religion majors and minors for graduate school 2330 Introduction to the Old Testament (3-0) No Prerequisites. and/or seminary, and provide students majoring in other This course satisfies the three hour General Education fields the opportunity to supplement their studies through requirement in Religion. The course is a survey of the Old advanced work in Religion; Testament which investigates the history of the Hebrew 3. offer a limited number of courses which introduce pre- people, the nature and development of their relationship with ministerial students to the theory and practice of ministry in God, and the transmission of their tradition and experience the United Methodist Church; in literary form. (Fall, Spring) 4. provide Religion students with opportunities for independent research through the Religion departmental honors program; 2340 Introduction to the New Testament (3-0) No Prerequisites. 5. provide opportunities for McMurry students to participate in This course satisfies the three hour General Education study abroad programs in Religion. requirement in Religion. The course is a survey of the New Testament which investigates the life of Jesus, the SPECIAL PROGRAMS emergence of the Christian movement, and the articulation Kappa Delta Sigma: Membership in Kappa Delta Sigma is open to all of the Christian experience in literary form. (Fall, Spring) students majoring or minoring in Religion and to all students with an interest in or commitment to service in Christian vocations, including 3310 Eastern Orthodox Theology (3-0) Prerequisite: REL 1330 or ordained ministry. Activities will include programs of special interest permission of instructor. Satisfies the three-hour optional and service projects. Humanities General Education Requirement. A study of major figures and themes in Eastern Orthodox thought, with Archaeology Experiences: McMurry University cooperates with a attention both to points of commonality and difference University Consortium to provide opportunities for Middle East study between Eastern and Western Christian theology. and travel. The formal Consortium (Drew, Gannon, and Lubbock Christian Universities) focuses on the Bronze Age archaeological 3315 Catholic and Protestant Theology in Dialogue (3-0) project at Khirbet Iskander, Jordan, with both new discoveries and Prerequisite: REL 1330 or permission of instructor. . conservation work in former years. The summer program introduces Satisfies the three-hour optional Humanities General McMurry students to hands on learning in a variety of areas, to include Education Requirement. A comparative study of Catholic archaeology, art, Bible, history, religion and sociology. The project is and Protestant theology, with special attention to points of done in cooperation with the Jordanian Department of Antiquities and commonality and difference between these traditions of the American Center for Oriental Research. Christian belief.
Departmental Awards: Each year one or more Cal C. Wright 3320 Biomedical Ethics (3-0) Prerequisites: REL 1330 or scholarships are presented to students showing outstanding potential permission of instructor. Satisfies the three-hour optional for Christian ministry. Each year the George Steinman Award is Humanities General Education Requirement. A study of the presented to the McMurry Junior Religion Major with the highest major ethical issues at stake in healthcare. Attention is academic standing. given to religious, philosophical, professional, and historical dimensions of the moral analysis of medicine. Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors Program under the Special Program section earlier in the catalog. 3325 Christian Thought in America (3-0) Prerequisite: REL 1330 or permission of instructor. Satisfies the three-hour optional Requirements for Degrees in Religion follow the course Humanities General Education Requirement. A study of descriptions. major figures and themes in Christian theology and ethics in America from the Puritans to the present. Course Descriptions: (REL) All religion majors are required to take the following philosophy 3330 Christian Ethics (3-0) Prerequisites: REL 1330 or courses: PHIL 2350 and one upper division philosophy course (logic permission of instructor. This course satisfies the optional courses do count toward the requirements) Humanities General Education requirement. An introduction
136 to major themes and figures in Christian moral analysis, with 4375 Augustine, Anslem, Aquinas, and Luther (3-0) Prerequisite: attention to both applied and theoretical dimensions of REL 1330 or permission of instructor. This course explores ethics. Topics addressed include abortion, sex, war and the lives and thought of four giants in the history of the peace, euthanasia, and political action. Christian church in the West. Each figure will be studied in his own context and placed in dialogue with the other 334(a-g) Advanced Biblical Studies (3-0) Prerequisites: REL 2330 or thinkers. 2340 or permission of instructor. For majors and minors or an advanced elective. The course involves intensive study 4380 The Methodist Movement, Pietism and Evangelical Revival of one Biblical book, theme, problem, or concept. The (3-0) Prerequisite: REL 1330 or permission of instructor. content of the course will be specified each time the course This course examines the development of Pietism and is offered. A student may repeat the course when the topic Evangelicalism, including the Wesleys and the rise differs. (Fall, Spring) Methodism.
3350 Religions of the World (3-0) No Prerequisites. For all 4388 Internship in Christian Ministry. (3-0) Prerequisites: 24 hrs students, Majors and Minors. Satisfies three hour optional toward requirements for the major or 15 hrs towards the Humanities General Education requirement. The course minor. Supervised field experience in various forms in surveys selected major religions with some considerations of Christian education. For majors or minors. Students can their founders, their major concepts, their historical take up to two terms (including summer) to complete development and influence. (Fall) internship. The amount of credit for each term will vary in accord with specific arrangements. Christian education 3375 History of Christianity to 1500 (3-0) Prerequisite: REL 1330 directors, pastors and laymen cooperate with college faculty or permission of instructor. Satisfies the three-hour optional to supervise students in the development of professional Humanities General Education Requirement. This course awareness and skills needed for leadership in the examines the intellectual, institutional, and social history of educational programs of the Church. (as needed) the Christian church up to the eve of the Protestant Reformation. 4390 Senior Seminar in Religion and Philosophy (3-0) Also cross- listed as PHIL 4390. Prerequisite: Senior Standing as a 3385 History of Christianity from 1500 (3-0) Prerequisite: REL Religion or Philosophy major or permission of instructor. A 1330 or permission of instructor. Satisfies the three-hour senior seminar required for all Religion and Philosophy optional Humanities General Education Requirement. This majors. The course focuses on directed readings of classic course continues the survey of the history of Christianity texts in relation to perennial issues in religion and begun in REL 3375, exploring the Protestant Reformation philosophy. (Spring) and the many Christian churches, sects, and movements that have developed since 1500. 4X95 Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisite: 6 hours of religion. For religion majors and minors. This course is 3390 Christianity in Scotland (3-0) Prerequisites: REL 1330, 2330, arranged between an advanced student and an instructor to or 2340, or permission of instructor. A course on the history provide intensive study in a particular area of interest. The of Christianity in Scotland from its origins to the present day. course includes a definition of goals appropriate for the In addition to reading and research in the subject matter, the advanced student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule course requires participation in a study tour of Scotland, for frequent consultation, and means of measuring progress. (May or Summer, even years) (by arrangement)
4309 Holocaust through the Eyes of Elie Weisel (3-0) XX99 Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: 3 hours of Prerequisite: none. This course examines the Holocaust religion. For religion majors or minors. A course of study through the writings of Elie Wiesel, a renowned Holocaust offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden survivor. Readings by Weisel are augmented with film and departmental curriculum, to meet student demand, or to documentary presentations. Implications and events of the observe special events. May be repeated for credit when Holocaust are examined through religious, literary and topics vary. (by arrangement) historical perspectives. This course satisfies the three-hour optional Humanities General Education requirement. Cross- 4X96* Honors Tutorial (variable credit) Prerequisite: See listed with ENG 4309. (May) requirements for honors. For religion majors. This course provides the honors student in religion with the 4320 Philosophy of Religion (3-0) No Prerequisites. Cross-listed multifaceted disciplines in the study of religion (both in Philosophy. For majors and minors and fulfills Humanities academic and practical) Those admitted to the honors General Education requirement. This course examines the program will work with the religion department faculty in this conceptual basis and logic of religious commitment. tutorial either in conjunction with existing advanced Emphasis on the varieties of theism together with appraisals departmental offerings or in an independent study tutorial. of competing views, rational grounds for belief in God, the (by arrangement) problem of evil, and human destiny. Issues will be related to contemporary theology. (Fall odd years) 4X97* Senior Thesis/Project (variable credit) Prerequisite: See requirements for honors. For honors candidates. The 4330 Sociology of Religion (3-0) Prerequisite: For majors and student wishing to graduate with honors in religion will minors and advanced elective credit. Sociology 2300, or successfully complete a Senior thesis or Senior project in Senior classification. (Also cross-listed as Sociology 4330) religion. The Thesis/Project incorporates independent This is a study of the effect of social forces in shaping the research and the gathering of data, analytical and thought and practices of Religious institutions. Special hermeneutical skills, and the presentation of results in both attention will be given to American denominational politics, written and oral form. Each student will have a thesis or congregations, and seeker culture. (Spring odd years) project supervisor from the Department of Religion and the 4370 Medieval Church and State (3-0) Prerequisite: REL 1330 or thesis must have the approval of the supervisor and at least permission of instructor. This course focuses on the one more member of the religion department. prolonged struggle within Christendom to determine whether (by arrangement) the church or state was to play the dominant role in medieval Christian society.
137 GREEK (GRK) 3310 History of Modern Philosophy (3-0) Prerequisites: PHIL The department of Religion and Philosophy administers 2350 or permission of instructor. For upper level. May studies in New Testament Greek in order to fulfill its goal of count as fulfilling the additional three hour option in preparing students for graduate or seminary work. Course humanities or advanced elective credit. This course descriptions are found in the catalogue section on Modern examines the main developments in modern philosophy from and Classical languages. the Renaissance and Seventeenth Century to the post- Hegelian philosophies of the Nineteenth Century, showing PROGRAM IN PHILOSOPHY the relation of philosophical theories to the political, economic, religious, and cultural aspects of modern society.
(Spring even years) Mission and Goals:
The goals of the McMurry University Philosophy program are: 3320 Logic (3-0) Prerequisites: None. May count as fulfilling the 1. To prepare students majoring or minoring in philosophy to additional three hour option in humanities or advanced levels of competence that will allow personal satisfaction elective credit. This course analyzes the principles of and, for those choosing to do graduate work in philosophy, sound reasoning with regard to the development of clear acceptance and success in graduate programs of their thought and accurate expression. The course provides a choice. basic introduction to informal and formal logic; traditional and 2. To enable students taking philosophy courses to satisfy symbolic deductive logic; the logic of the sciences and the general education or elective requirements to gain adequate philosophy of language. (Fall, Spring) skills of analytical thinking and literacy in philosophical
traditions, especially as related to personal and academic 3325 Symbolic Logic (3-0) Prerequisites: None. For upper level interests and to the responsibilities of informed citizenship. students. May count as fulfilling the additional three hour 3. To assist and encourage every department or program of the option in humanities or advanced elective credit. The course university to implement the overall goals of church-related is an introduction to the concepts, methods and theory of higher education, especially in relation to the university core, Modern Logic, with emphasis on acquiring basic skills for general education requirements, and interdisciplinary analytical reasoning and expression, proofs of validity, and programs and courses. understanding the nature and application of formalized
logistic systems. (Spring even years) Departmental Awards. Each spring the outstanding Philosophy student and the outstanding logic student are recognized. 3330 Topics in Ethics (3-0) Prerequisites: PHIL 2350 or
permission of instructor. For upper level students. May Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors count as fulfilling the additional three hour option in Program page 31. humanities or advanced elective credit. Classical and
modern theories of value and morality posing alternative Participation in Philosophical Society Meetings McMurry Philosophy views of responsibilities to self and society; designed to majors and minors and Ethics students or Ethics Society Members assist in application of ethical principles in contemporary frequently are encouraged and advised in attending and participating in society. (Fall odd years) regional Philosophical Society Meetings.
3340 Social and Political Philosophy (3-0) Prerequisite: PHIL Requirements for Degrees in Philosophy follow the course 2350 or permission of instructor. A study of the nature and descriptions. foundation for political society and the state, basis for All philosophy majors are required to take one upper division religion political obligation, and rights of the State vs. those of course (3000 level or higher) in addition to the required religion course individuals. Representative figures include Nozick, Rawls, for general education. Rousseau, Hegel, and Marx.
Course Descriptions: (PHIL) 3345 Philosophy of Mind (3-0) Prerequisite: PHIL 2350 or 2350 Introduction to Philosophy (3-0 ) Prerequisites: None For all permission of instructor. A study of the mind-body problem students. May count as fulfilling the additional three hour with particular attention to materialism, the nature of option in humanities or elective credit. This course acquaints consciousness, qualia, and artificial intelligence. Or, a study students with the fundamental problems of philosophy and of the nature of human action with special attention to the cardinal issues confronted in major areas of philosophy, intentionality, practical rationality, and moral psychology. aimed at giving historical background in philosophical, Course may be repeated for credit with permission of scientific, and religious traditions as well as providing instructor. resources for understanding issues and problems of contemporary society. (Fall, Spring) 4300 Metaphysics and Epistemology (3-0) Prerequisites: PHIL 2350, a 3000 level PHIL course, or permission of instructor. 3300 History of Ancient Philosophy (3-0) Prerequisites: PHIL A study or the nature and foundation of knowledge and the 2350 or permission of instructor. For all students. May ultimate nature of reality. Issues include skepticism and count as fulfilling the additional three hour option in justification, internalist vs. internalist accounts of knowledge, humanitites or advanced elective credit. This course the status of universals, free will vs. determinism, and examines the development of the basic problems and realism vs. anti-realism. Designed primarily for philosophy perspectives of Ancient Greek and roman philosophical majors/minors or students with advanced standing in thought, with major attention to the Presocratic period; philosophy. Course may be repeated for credit with Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle; Epicureanism, Stoicism, permission of instructor. Skepticism, and Neoplatonism (Fall odd years)
3305 Medieval Philosophy (3-0) Prerequisites: PHIL 2350 or 4310 Contemporary Philosophy (3-0) Prerequisites: PHIL 2350, a permission of instructor. For upper level students. May 3000 level PHIL course, or permission of instructor. For count as fulfilling the additional three hour option in upper level students. This course covers the main humanities or advanced elective credit. This course philosophical movements and individual thinkers of this examines the main problems, influences and major thinkers century; including idealism, realism, pragmatism, logical of the Middle Ages; the origins of Christian philosophy, its positivism, scientific empiricism, phenomenology, linguistic development through the early and later Middle Ages; analysis, existentialism, deconstruction and philosophical Scholastic philosophy and its critics. (Fall even years) hermeneutics. (Spring odd years)
138 4320 Philosophy of Religion (3-0) Prerequisites: None. For upper level students. Fulfills Humanities option and may be counted for advanced Religion credit. This course examines the conceptual basis and logic of religious commitment. Emphasis on the varieties of theism together with appraisals of competing views, rational grounds for belief in God, the problem of evil, and human destiny. Issues will be related to contemporary theology. (Fall odd years)
4X95 Independent Studies (variable credit) For majors and minors. This is a study program arranged between an advanced student and an instructor to provide intensive study in a particular area of interest. The course includes a definition of goals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and means of measuring progress. (as needed)
XX99 Special Topics (variable credit) For majors and minors. This course is offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden departmental curricula, to meet student demand, or to observe special events. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (as needed)
4X96 Honors Tutorial (variable credit) Prerequisites: 12 hours in philosophy and admission to departmental honors program. The course concentrates on a major area or complex of problems in philosophy, draws on relevant contemporary and classical sources, and will cultivate the student’s ability to think and write philosophically. The course requires weekly conferences with the instructor. (as needed)
4X97 Senior Thesis (variable credit) Prerequisites: 12 hours in philosophy, admission to departmental honors program and approval of thesis project by department and honors committee. The course involves an independent project in connection with Phil 4X8H, Philosophical Classics, or as a part of an interdisciplinary honors project. Findings will be reported in writing and orally to an appropriate forum. (as needed)
4398 Senior Seminar (3-0) Prerequisite: 15 hours of philosophy. For honors students, majors or minors or advanced elective credit. This course concentrates on one, two, or three of the classic philosophers or philosophical problems. Students taking the course for honors credit must enroll concurrently in PHIL 4X79*, Senior Thesis, and complete the thesis as part of this course. (as needed)
139 BACHELOR OF ARTS RELIGION
A MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN RELIGION REQUIREMENTS
FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 RELIGION HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fulltime Fresh- men REL 1330 3 ACAD 1100 REL 2330 3 REL 2340 3 UNIVERSITY CORE REL 3350 3 CORE 1300 3 REL 4390 3 CORE 2300 3 PHIL 2350 3 CORE 3300 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 W RITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION (REL 334a-g) ENG 1310 3 ENG 1320 3 COMM 1310 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 REL 3375, 3385, 4370, 4375, HEALTH FITNESS 2 4380 H F 1210 RELIGION Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 REL 3310, 3315, 3320, 3325, REL 1330, 2330, 2340 3330, 3390 FINE ARTS Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 6 hrs from 6 ART 1300,1310, 1313, 2310, REL Electi ves THRE 1330, 2330, FA 2310, Select 3 hrs from 3 M LH 2301, 2350 Advanced Philosophy Electives SCIENCE (8 hours) Select 4 hrs from 4 BIOL 1401, 2401, GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420. FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: Select 4 hrs from 4 This major requires 2 years of foreign language at the college CHEM 1400, 1410, level, or demonstration of proficiency by taking a CLEP exam PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410. or a foreign language proficiency exam.
MATH 3 Select 3 hrs from MATH 1311 or higher MINOR IN RELIGION HUMANITIES (8-9 hours) (Not available for Religion majors) Select 3 hrs from 3 COURSE HOURS COMPLETED ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322 Select 5-6 hrs from 5-6 Select 12 hrs from 12 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, REL Electi ves SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, ANY PHIL course, REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, Select 6 hrs from 6 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, Advanced REL Electives SLD1210
SOCIAL SCIENCE (9 hours) Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310,2320. Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC2310, 2320 Select 3 hours from 3 ECON 2310, 2320, HIST 1310, 1320, PSC 2310, 2320, 2320, PSYC 1340, 2360, SOC 2300, 3320
140 BACHELOR OF ARTS PHILOSOPHY
A MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN PHILOSOPHY REQUIREMENTS
FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 PHILOSOPHY HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fu llt im e Fresh- men Select 6 hrs from 6 ACAD 1100 PHIL 3300, 3305, 3310, 4310
UNIVERSITY CORE CORE 1300 3 PHIL 3330 3 CORE 2300 3 PHIL 3350 3 CORE 3300 3 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION Select 3 hrs from 3 ENG 1310 3 PHIL 3320, 3325 ENG 1320 3 COMM 1310 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 HEALTH FITNESS 2 PHIL 4300, 4320, 4360 H F 1210 PHIL 4398 3 RELIGION Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 9 hrs from 9 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 PHIL Electives
FINE ARTS Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 Advanced Religion Electives ART 1300,1310, 1313, 2310, THRE 1330, 2330, FA 2310, M LH 2301, 2350
SCIENCE (8 hours) Select 4 hrs from 4 FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: BIOL 1401, 2401, This major requires 2 years of foreign language at the college GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420. level, or demonstration of proficiency by taking a CLEP exam Select 4 hrs from 4 or a foreign language proficiency exam. CHEM 1400, 1410, PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410.
MATH Select 3 hrs from 3 MATH 1311 or higher MINOR IN PHILOSOPHY (Not available for Philosophy majors) HUMANITIES (8-9 hours) COURSE HOURS COMPLETED Select 3 hrs from 3 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322 Select 18 hours from 18 Select 5-6 hrs from 5-6 PHIL Electives. ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, At least 3 hours must be 4000 SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, le vel ANY PHIL course, REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, SLD1210
SOCIAL SCIENCE (9 hours) Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310,2320. Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC2310, 2320 Select 3 hrs from 3 ECON 2310, 2320, HIST 1310, 1320, PSC 2310, 2320, 2320, PSYC 1340, 2360, SOC 2300, 3320
141 SERVANT LEADERSHIP DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY
Assistant Professor Ann Liprie-Spence, Director Professor Wallace, Chairperson Professor Lenoir Associate Professor Simpson Associate Professor Fabrizio Assistant Professor Hollingsworth Assistant Professor Cornelius Reverends Wingert, Kennedy Mission and Goals: Adjunct Instructor Chandler The Department of Sociology is oriented toward preparing students to: 1. Understand the structure and issues of contemporary Mission Statement: society; The mission of the Servant Leadership Center of the Southwest is to 2. Discover that the individual both reacts to as well as creates develop 21st century leaders focused on a fulfilling life of leadership the social world; and service. 3. Use sociological concepts, insights, and methods in a systematic fashion; The McMurry Servant Leadership Program began in the fall of 1990. 4. Experience a discipline which has practical significance; Participating students will fulfill two credit hours of the general 5. Continue graduate training; education requirements for their degree. 6. Find employment in various social service or criminology fields. The purpose of the program is to give curricular recognition to the fact that a Christian education at McMurry University carries a special Special Programs and Opportunities: responsibility. Any college education prepares a person for leadership. MicroCase. The Department of Sociology is part of the MicroCase The college education places people in leadership positions because Curriculum Plan which offers unprecedented access to social science of their professional status in the workforce, if nothing else. Some may datasets. In particular, MicroCase has General Social Survey data indeed become the “leader” of an organization. But Christian principles from the National Opinion Research Center. Each spring semester require that these people serve society as well. Leadership should be NORC sponsors a student paper competition. undertaken as a service to the greater good of others rather than for more selfish purposes. The Servant Leadership program teaches the ASA Department Affiliate. The professional society for sociologists is principles of leadership, but also teaches the means by which these the American Sociological Association. Since the Department is an should be used for the betterment of community and society. affiliate of ASA, it keeps students abreast of what the profession is
doing. ASA publications like Embarking Upon a Career with an The course exposes the student to the nature, styles, and skills of Undergraduate Degree in Sociology and Guide to Graduate Programs leadership, and introduces the concept of service in leadership and are received each year. leadership in service. The class meets for one group lecture session each week, team taught by two of McMurry’s most respected Sociology Club. The Sociology Club is open to all students who are professors. A second session each week is a small group majoring or minoring in sociology. Its intent is to promote study of seminar/discussion, led by McMurry upperclassmen who have been social life, to enhance the relationship between sociology students and specially trained in the servant leadership concept and group the human services agencies of our society, and to encourage dynamics. During the field experience each small group works with an fellowship among sociology students. organization which provides service to the people of Abilene. It is through these experiences that students learn to apply the leadership Alpha Kappa Delta. The Phi chapter of Alpha Kappa Delta, an principles taught in the class. international sociology honor society, was chartered at McMurry in
1990. The objective of Alpha Kappa Delta is to promote an interest in Course Description (S LD) the study of sociology and the research of social problems. AKD 1210 Concepts And Techniques Of Servant Leadership A sponsors a paper competition that inductees can participate in each discussion of the nature, styles, and skills of service year. leadership, utilizing historic and contemporary models and
emphasizing moral roots of responsible leadership. Students Departmental Awards. Each spring, awards are presented to will participate in a field experience in a service agency distinguished students. The Jane Addams Award is given to the combined with reflection and discussion in small groups on outstanding sophomore. A junior student will receive the Everett and issues in service leadership. Orabeth Woods Scholarship. An outstanding senior major is given the Emile Durkheim Award, while another could receive the Betty Hardwick Center Mental Health-Mental Retardation Award for Excellence in the Behavioral or Social Sciences. Regarding the minor in criminology, the Edwin Sutherland Award is presented to the outstanding student in criminology.
Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors Program under the Special Program section earlier in the catalog.
Minor in Sociology. A minor in Sociology consists of eighteen hours, twelve of which must be advanced.
Minor in Criminology SOC 2375, 3315, 3335, 4325 12 hrs Two courses from SOC 3345, 3375, 4335, 4385, 4X95 6 hrs Total 18 hrs
142 Requirements for Degree in Sociology follow the course ways in which interpersonal events and cultural forces can descriptions. affect attitudes, social learning, perception, and communication by the individual and the group. (Spring) Course Descriptions: (SOC) 2300 Introduction to Sociology (3-0) No prerequisites. This course 3345 Studies in Criminology (3-0) Prerequisite: SOC 2375 or is designed for anyone interested in sociology or obtaining consent of instructor. This course is an advanced elective general education credit. The course is required for for criminology minors and sociology majors or minors. sociology and nursing majors. Core sociological insights Criminology is a growing field of specialization that produces and concepts such as social institutions, control, an enormous amount of scholarship. Using a seminar stratification, and socialization are overviewed. (Fall, Spring) format, this offering examines in-depth select studies which provide a better understanding of criminal and deviant 2350 Social Problems (3-0) Prerequisite: SOC 2300 or consent of behavior. (May Term) the instructor. This course is an inquiry into current social problems with specific reference to their origin, development, 3350 Race and Ethnicity (3-0) Prerequisite: SOC 2300 or and suggested solutions. (Spring, even years) permission of instructor. This course is required for Sociology majors. The course introduces some of the 2375 Crime and Society (3-0) No prerequisites. This offering is concepts and theories sociologists use to better understand the foundation course for criminology minors or students the influences of racial and ethnic factors. Also covered are interested in learning about crime in our society. Informal social policies which have influenced U.S. race relationships. and formal social control, the variations of deviant and (Fall) criminal behavior, and crime and punishment policies are covered. Special attention is given to the kind of problems 3360 Marriage and the Family (3-0) Prerequisite: SOC 2300 or the law can solve as well as the problems that the law permission of instructor. This course is an advanced elective creates. (Fall, Spring) for sociology majors or minors, and all other interested students. Types of family organization, disorganization, 3300 Social Research (3-0) Prerequisite: SOC 2300 or consent husband-wife and parent-child relationships, the impact of of the instructor. Sociology majors are required to take this social change on family structure and function, and factors course. This course introduces the social research process contributing to marital harmony are studied. (Fall) of data collection, analysis, and interpretation. A balanced approach regarding quantitative and qualitative methods is 3370 Gender and Society (3-0) Prerequisite: SOC 2300 or offered. (Spring) consent of instructor. This course is required for sociology majors. The course considers the differential socialization of 3310 Social Theory (3-0) Prerequisite: SOC 2300 or consent of men and women and its effect on their experiences on the instructor. This course is required for sociology majors. major social institutions of the family, the economy, and the This course is an overview of the origin of sociological educational system. Past practices, current trends, and theory, beginning with Comte, Marx, Weber, and Durkheim. future predictions of the role of men and women in society Attention will be given to contemporary schools of thought. will be covered. (Spring) (Fall)
3315 Criminology (3-0) Prerequisite: SOC 2375 or consent of 3375 White Collar Crime (3-0) Prerequisite: SOC 2375 or consent instructor. This is a required course for criminology minors of instructor. This is an advanced elective for criminology or an advanced elective for sociology majors and minors. minors and sociology majors or minors. This course is an This course focuses on crime in America. Past and present analysis of the intersection of criminal behavior and social aspects of typologies, punishments, corrections, and styles class, In particular, time is spent looking at white collar of enforcement are overviewed. (Fall) professionals involved in fraud, deception, embezzling, bribery, etc. Corporate as well as governmental settings are 3320 Sociological Investigations (3-0) No prerequisites. This covered. (Fall) course is designed as an advanced elective for anyone interested in sociology. The course counts toward general 3392 Social Policy (3-0) Prerequisites: SOC 2300 or consent of education credit. It is oriented toward providing the student instructor. This offering can be used as an advanced elective with a deeper understanding of the sociological perspective. for sociology majors or minors. This course is an Select works by sociologists will be examined pertaining to examination of the social programs designed to help people the methodological, theoretical, and practical contributions. improve their levels of personal and social functioning. (Spring) Special attention will be given to applied sociology, poverty reform, family issues, and comparative strategies. (Spring, 3330 Social Stratification (3-0) Prerequisite: SOC 2300 or odd years) permission of instructor. This course is required for sociology majors. This offering is an analysis of the issues 4325 Issues in Criminology (3-0) Prerequisite: SOC 2375 or of wealth, prestige, and power in stratification systems. consent of the instructor. This is a required course for Particular attention is paid to social class and mobility criminology minors or an advanced elective for sociology patterns. (Spring) majors or minors. The course grapples with the complexities of social control and crime. Issues of race, gender, 3335 Juvenile Delinquency (3-0) Prerequisite: SOC 2375 or enforcement, punishment, and the criminal justice system in consent of the instructor. This is a required course for general are overviewed. (Spring) interested students. This course is a survey of the ways in which interpersonal events and cultural forces can affect 4330 Sociology of Religion (3-0) Prerequisite: SOC 2300 or attitudes, social learning, perception, and communication by consent of instructor. Cross-listed in Religion. This course is the individual and the group. (Fall) an advanced elective for sociology majors or minors, and all other interested students. This course is a study of the effect 3340 Social Psychology (3-0) Prerequisite: SOC 2300 or PSYC of social forces in shaping the thought and practice of 1340. Cross-listed as PSYC 3340. This course is an religious institutions. Special attention will be given to advanced elective for sociology majors or minors, and all American denominational polities, congregations, and other interested students. This course is a survey of the seeker culture. (Spring odd years)
143 4335 Women and Crime (3-0) Prerequisite: SOC 2375 or consent of instructor. This course is an advanced elective for criminology minors and sociology majors concerning women’s experiences as offenders, victims, and prisoners in the legal system. Students will become more aware of the influence of gender, race, class, and sexuality in the labeling, processing, and punishment of offenders. (Spring)
4385 Comparative Criminology (3-0) Prerequisite: SOC 2375 or consent of instructor. This is an advanced elective for criminology minors and sociology majors or minors. This course broadens the student’s exposure to criminology by addressing aspects of social control and crime in societies other than America. Attempting to identify alternative approaches, attention is paid to definitions of criminal activity, enforcement, and punishment. (Spring)
4392 Seminar in Sociology (3-0) Prerequisite: Senior standing. This course is required for sociology majors. The course is designed to deal with, in a more advanced and integrated manner, the discipline of sociology. Emphasis will be placed on theoretical, methodological, and practical issues. This is the capstone course for Sociology. (Fall)
4395 Practicum (3-0) Prerequisite: SOC 2300 or 2375. This course is an advanced elective for criminology minors, and sociology majors or minors. This offering is an arrangement between the student and instructor of intensive study or field experience. The course includes a definition of goals appropriate for frequent consultation and means of measuring progress. (Fall, Spring)
4X96 Honors Tutorial (variable credit) Prerequisites: Fifteen hours in sociology and admission to the departmental honors program. Designed for the honors student in sociology; includes extensive reading on a select topic involving sociological theory, method, or practice. (by arrangement)
4X97 Senior Thesis (variable credit) Prerequisites: Eighteen hours in sociology, admission to the departmental honors program, and approval of thesis by department and Honors Committee. Designed for the student in sociology honors program; includes conducting a social research study or preparing an extended essay on a theoretical or applied topic. Regardless of the choice, the student is expected to write the thesis in the required format. (by arrangement)
XX99 Special Topics (variable credit) This course is an advanced elective for sociology majors or minors, and all other interested students. A course of study offered to groups of students to broaden departmental curriculum or to meet student demand. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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BACHELOR OF ARTS SOCIOLOGY
A MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN SOCIOLOGY REQUIREMENTS
FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 SOCIOLOGY HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fulltime Fresh- men SOC 2300 3 ACAD 1100 SOC 3300 3 SOC 3310 3 UNIVERSITY CORE SOC 3330 3 CORE 1300 3 SOC 3350 3 CORE 2300 3 SOC 3370 3 CORE 3300 3 SOC 4392 3 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION ENG 1310 3 Select 9 hrs from 9 ENG 1320 3 SOC Electives, MATH 3351 COMM 1310 3 HEALTH FITNESS 2 H F 1210 RELIGION Select 3 hrs from 3 FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: REL 1330, 2330, 2340 This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college level, or demonstration of proficiency by taking a CLEP exam FINE ARTS or a foreign language proficiency exam. Select 3 hrs from 3 ART 1300,1310, 1313, 2310, THRE 1330, 2330, FA 2310, M LH 2301, 2350 MINOR IN SOCIOLOGY SCIENCE (8 hours) (Not available for Sociology majors) Select 4 hrs from 4 BIOL 1401, 2401, COURSE HOURS COMPLETED GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420. Select 18 hrs from 18 Select 4 hrs from 4 SOC Electives CHEM 1400, 1410, (a minimum of 12 hrs must be PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410. advanced)
MATH Select 3 hrs from 3 MATH 1311 or higher HUMANITIES (8-9 hours) Select 3 hrs from 3 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322 MINOR IN CRIMINOLOGY Select 5-6 hrs from 5-6 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, COURSE HOURS COMPLETED SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, ANY PHIL course, SOC 2375 3 REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, SOC 3315 3 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, SOC 3335 3 SLD1210 SOC 4325 3
SOCIAL SCIENCE (9 hours) Select 6 hrs from 6 Select 3 hrs from 3 SOC 3345, 3375, 4335, 4385, HIST 1310, 1320, 2310,2320. 4X95 Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC 2310, 2320 Select 3 hrs from 3 ECON 2310, 2320, HIST 1310, 1320, PSC 2310, 2320, 2320, PSYC 1340, 2360, SOC 2300, 3320
145 DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE actors, readers, and public speakers. Required of all Theatre majors. An introductory study of the speech
mechanism and the International Phonetic Alphabet with an Professor Hukill, Chairperson emphasis upon improving articulation, pronunciation, and Professor Craik other components of vocal production. Cross-listed as Assistant Professor Ainsworth COMM 2320. (Fall only)
Mission and Goals: 2330 Acting I (3-0) No prerequisites. Required for all Theatre The Department of Theatre believes its mission to be: majors. A study of fundamental techniques and theories of 1. To create theatre generalists with knowledge, practical skills, acting. An introduction to the art of acting as an integral part and problem-solving ability in all areas of theatre art. The of the students’ social and educational milieu and as a department encourages a liberal arts approach to theatre means for adequate self-expression and personal growth. training, even within the BFA degree. In addition to the (Fall) required coursework, students are expected to participate in
every aspect of play production at some time during their 2340 Stagecraft (3-0) No prerequisites. Required of all Theatre education at McMurry. majors and minors. A basic course in technical production 2. To prepare students for professional careers in theatre for the stage. Emphasis placed on scenery construction, through the practical application of theory, analysis, design, rigging, elements of scene painting, basic theatre lighting, and performance techniques. Along with classroom and an understanding of the stage space and its functions. instruction in history and theory, the department provides a (Spring) production-oriented degree, designed to give the student a
wide range of opportunities to learn experientially and to 2350 Costume Construction (3-0) No prerequisites. Required of build a resume/portfolio for post-graduate endeavors. BFA Design/Technical students and Theatre as a teaching 3. To provide entertainment and cultural enrichment for the field, but open to anyone interested. An introduction to McMurry community and the general public through the various aspects of costume construction, including sewing presentation of live theatrical performances. techniques, fabric selection, pattern selection, cutting, and 4. To develop in students an appreciation for the arts as a tool garment alterations. (Spring odd years) and a representation of humankind’s search for meaning in
life. 2355 Stage Movement (3-0) Prerequisite: THRE 2330.
Required for BFA. Fundamentals of stage movement, Special Programs and Opportunities: alignment, centering, and body mechanics. Introduction to Departmental Productions. McMurry theatre production auditions are techniques involving pantomime, improvisation, and open to all McMurry students with casting preference given to majors movement/sound relationships. (Spring even years.) and minors. There are at least three faculty directed productions during each academic year. In addition, two to four full-length plays 3210 Production II (0-2) Prerequisites: THRE 2210. A are offered each year by advanced students as senior projects and a continuation of Production I. Designed for interested series of one-act plays are staged each Spring by the Directing I class. students. The study, practice, and participation in every
phase of dramatic production work and management. May Summer Theatre. The summer theater program attempts to produce be repeated for a maximum of 4 semester hours credit. one or two plays each summer in either conventional or dinner theatre Required of BFA Theatre majors. (Fall, Spring, and formats. Guest directors, designers, and actors are regularly Summer.) employed to offer the students exposure to as many different approaches to solving the problems of staging a play as possible. BFA 3310 Digital Video Capture and Editing (3-0) No prerequisites. students are required to participate in at least one summer season. Upper level elective for Theatre majors. An introduction to
the techniques of capturing digital video through the use of Original Play Production. The department is dedicated to producing video cameras and media converters for use in non-linear new plays written by McMurry students. Every other year, the editing on a computer for a variety of video projects including department stages plays written by students of the Playwriting class of interviews, advertisements, music videos, live performances the previous year. and documentaries. Students will learn how to compress
video for use in various formats including Power Point Out of a Trunk Theatre Company. The members of the company presentations and video incorporated into websites. Cross- provide educational arts experiences in the schools by presenting listed as MMA 3310. (Spring) programs and conducting workshops throughout the school year.
3320 Directing I (3-0) Prerequisites: THRE 2330, 2340. A Financial Aid. Students majoring or minoring in theatre may audition required course for all majors, minors, and theatre as a for theatre internships. Auditions are held during student preview teaching field. A study of basic techniques of directing with weekends and by appointment. emphasis on script analysis, fundamentals of staging, and
work with actors. Students must prepare a one-act play or Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors approved cutting from a larger play for production. (Spring.) Program under the Special Program section earlier in the catalog.
3325 Theatre Management/Stage Management (3-0) Teaching Field in Theatre:Please consult the offerings for the Prerequisites: THRE 2330, THRE 2340. Upper level Department of Curriculum and Instruction for course requirements. elective for Theatre majors. A study of the process
involved in selecting a theatre space, raising funds, con- Minor in Theatre: ducting public relations and publicity, selection of a season, THRE 1330 or 2330, 2340, 2210, 3320 11 hrs contracting artistic personnel, and running a box office. Seven additional hours in Theatre, six of which must be advanced (as needed)
Requirements for Degree in Theatre follow the course 3330 Acting II (3-0) Prerequisites: THRE 2330. Upper level descriptions. elective for Theatre majors and minors. An introduction to scene analysis and character development. Scenes from 2320 Improving Voice and Diction (3-0) No prerequisites. modern and contemporary plays are used to help the Designed for teachers, speech and hearing therapists, student understand the application of analysis to
146 performance. Emphasis is placed on the process of creating 4210 Repertory Theatre (0-2) No prerequisites. Practicum in all a role. (Spring odd years) phases of production for public presentation. Work in the summer theatre program is expected. May be repeated for 3344 Fundamentals of Lighting Design (3-0) Prerequisites: up to four semester hours in BFA. (Fall, Spring, Summer) THRE 2340. An upper level elective in technical theatre, required for BFA and Theatre as a teaching field. An 4315 Children’s Theatre (3-1) Prerequisite: Lower division exploration of the theories and practices involved in the theatre core, or permission of instructor. Upper level elective design of lighting for the theatre. Emphasis will be placed on for Theatre majors. A survey of children’s theatre literature equipment capabilities, functions and maintenance, script and a workshop in producing children’s theatre. Students analysis, design theories and application, and the role of the gain practical experience in choosing material, acting, light designer. (Spring even years) directing, and designing children’s theatre productions. Workshop required. (as needed) 3345 Fundamentals of Scenic Design (3-0) Prerequisites: THRE 2340. A required course for all Theatre majors. An 4330 Acting III (3-0) Prerequisite: THRE 3330, or permission of exploration of the elements and principles of design as they instructor. Upper level elective for Theatre majors. An relate to scenery and lighting. Emphasis will be placed on exploration of period style as it relates to acting. The basic graphic skills, art and architectural research, play continuation of experience in analyzing roles and discovering analysis in terms of spatial relationships on stage, and an basic techniques as they apply to the performance of period introduction to drafting. (Fall odd years) plays. Scenes from Greek, Elizabethan, Restoration, and other theatrical periods will be used in the study of 3350 Theatre History and Dramatic Literature: Greeks to performance analysis and style. (Fall, as needed) Eighteenth Century (3-0) No prerequisites. Required for BFA. Two of the three history classes are required of all 4335 Musical Theatre Practicum (3-0) Prerequisites: students Theatre majors and those with theatre as a teaching field. admitted by audition. An advanced elective for majors and An advanced elective for minors. An historical investigation minors devoted to the practical application of theory to of early theatre and dramatic literature. (Fall every third year) musical theatre production. Students learn how to project character through singing and dancing. The production(s) 3360 Creative Drama (3-0) No prerequisites. Upper level they develop will be toured for performance. (Spring, as elective for Theatre majors and teaching field students. needed) Designed for the student interested in working with children. 4340 Advanced Scenic Design (3-0) Prerequisite: THRE 3345. A study of the goals and techniques of developmental drama An upper level elective for majors and minors. The student with emphasis on pantomime, improvisation, and story will explore the various kinds of stage configurations. dramatization for elementary school children. (Fall) Emphasis will be placed on design presentation, including rendering techniques, model building, and conceptualization 3363 Theatre History and Dramatic Literature: Eighteenth Century of design. (as needed) to WWII (3-0) No prerequisites. Required of BFA. Two of the three history course are required of all majors and 4350 Costume Design and History (3-0) Prerequisites: THRE teaching field students. An advanced elective for minors. 2150, THRE 2350. An upper level elective for majors and An historical and critical study of theatre and dramatic minors. An exploration of the elements and principles of literature from the Eighteenth century to the development of design as they relate to costume design, and an modern drama after World War II. (Fall every third year) examination of fashion and the history of costumes in the theatre. Special emphasis is placed on script analysis and 3365 Theatre History and Dramatic Literature: Since WWII (3-0) historical research. (Fall even years) No prerequisites. Required of BFA. Two of the three history course are required of all majors and teaching field students. 4360 Directing II (3-0) Prerequisites: THRE 3320, THRE 3345 An advanced elective for minors. An historical and critical and permission of instructor. Required for BS degree with study of theatre and dramatic literature since World War II. Theatre as a teaching field. It is an advanced elective for (Fall every third year) minors and BFA students. The course is a continuation of the art and craft of directing with specific consideration of the 3370 Playwriting (3-0) Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. An problems related to the staging of major productions. It upper level elective for majors, minors, teaching field culminates in a more extensive project than THRE 3320 and students, and students interested in creative writing. A study is one option for a capstone course in theatre. (Summer I in the principles of dramatic construction and practice in the and as needed) writing of one-act and full length plays. Emphasis is placed on process and skills development in playwriting as well as 4363 American Musical Theatre (3-0) No prerequisites. An analysis of the structures of some of the great works of advanced elective for majors and minors. An historical and dramatic literature. (Spring odd years) critical study of the development of the American musical including the viewing and discussion of a wide range of 4110 Audition Techniques (1-0) Prerequisites: THRE 2330, or musical theatre productions. (as needed) permission of instructor. Requirement for BFA Acting/Directing students. A practicum for developing 4365 Theatre Arts in the Secondary School (3-0) Prerequisites: audition techniques and examining guidelines for audition THRE 3320. Required for teaching field students. A study procedures, with emphasis on resume organization and of the essential elements in theatre, criteria for the audition material selection and performance. evaluation of plays, criteria for selection of materials, and (as needed) techniques for teaching are included. (as needed)
4120 Designer’s Portfolio (1-0) Prerequisites: THRE 3344, 4390 Senior Project in Theatre (3-0) Prerequisites: Senior THRE 3345, THRE 4350. Required of BFA Design/ standing and approval of the instructor. Required of BFA Technology students. A course preparing the designer/ students. Upper level elective for majors. Individual study, technician to enter the job market. Emphasis is placed on under the guidance of a member of the faculty, of a specific preparation, presentation, and photographing of design problem of student’s choice. It culminates in an extensive materials, resume writing, and job interview skills. project for a major production in (1) Directing, (2) Acting, (3) (As needed)
147 Design, (4) Playwriting and is one option for a capstone course in theatre. (as needed)
4X95 Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisites: Senior status, permission of instructor, and of department Chairperson. Upper level elective for majors. A study program arranged between an advanced student and an instructor to provide intensive study in a particular area of interest. The course includes the definition of goals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and means of measuring progress. (as needed)
XX99 Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. For majors and minors. A course of study offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet student demand, or to observe special events. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (as needed)
Fine Arts (F A) 2310 Survey of Fine Arts (3-0) No prerequisites. This course is aimed at all students interested in gaining a broad understanding of the fine arts disciplines and satisfies the fine arts component in the General Education requirements. A survey of the inter-relationship of fine arts disciplines (painting, sculpture, music, theatre, architecture, film, and photography) and their relationship to political and social change through the course of history. The course will provide a rudimentary knowledge of the fine arts disciplines, with specific emphasis on recognized artistic movements in their historical contexts. (Fall, Spring as needed)
148 BACHELOR OF ARTS THEATRE
A MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN THEATRE REQUIREMENTS FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 THEATRE HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fulltime Fresh- men ACAD 1100 THRE 2320 3 THRE 2330 3 UNIVERSITY CORE THRE 2340 3 CORE 1300 3 THRE 2150 1 CORE 2300 3 THRE 2210 2 CORE 3300 3 THRE 3320 3 THRE 3345 3 W RITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION ENG 1310 3 ENG 1320 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 COMM 1310 3 THRE 4360, 4390
HEALTH FITNESS 2 H F 1210 Select 6 hrs from 6 THRE 3350, 3363, 3365 RELIGION Select 3 hrs from 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 Advanced THRE Electives FINE ARTS Select 3 hrs from 3 ART 1300,1310, 1313, 2310, THRE 1330, 2330, FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: FA 2310, This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college M LH 2301, 2350 level, or demonstration or proficiency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign language proficiency exam. SCIENCE (8 hours) Select 4 hrs from 4 BIOL 1401, 2401, GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420. Select 4 hrs from 4 MINOR IN THEATRE CHEM 1400, 1410, (Not available for Theatre majors) PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410. COURSE HOURS COMPLETED
MATH THRE 1330 1 Select 3 hrs from 3 THRE 2330 3 MATH 1311 or higher THRE 2340 3 THRE 2210 2 HUMANITIES (8-9 hours) THRE 3320 3 Select 3 hrs from 3 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322 Select 5-6 hrs from 5-6 Select 7 hrs from 7 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, THRE electives SPAN 4311, 4312, 4313, (a minimum of 3 hrs must be ANY PHIL course, advanced) REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, SLD1210
SOCIAL SCIENCE (9 hours) Select 3 hrs from 3 HIST 1310, 1320, 2310,2320. Select 3 hrs from 3 PSC2310, 2320 Select 3 hrs from 3 ECON 2310, 2320, HIST 1310, 1320, PSC 2310, 2320, 2320, PSYC 1340, 2360, SOC 2300, 3320
149 BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS THEATRE
A MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS DEGREE All degrees require a minimum of 126 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 40 credit hours must be advanced level.
GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED MAJOR IN THEATRE REQUIREMENTS FRESHMAN SEMINAR 1 THEATRE HOURS COMPLETED Required for first-time, fulltime Fresh- men Select 34 hours from ACAD 1100 THRE 2150 1 THRE 2320 3 UNIVERSITY CORE THRE 2330 3 CORE 1300 3 THRE 2355 3 CORE 2300 3 THRE 2340 3 CORE 3300 3 THRE 3320 3 THRE 3344 3 WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION THRE 3345 3 ENG 1310 3 THRE 3350 3 ENG 1320 3 THRE 3363 3 COMM 1310 3 THRE 3365 3 HEALTH FITNESS 2 THRE 4390 3 H F 1210 Practicum THRE 2210 2 RELIGION THRE 2210 2 Select 3 hrs from 3 THRE 3210 2 REL 1330, 2330, 2340 THRE 3210 2 THRE 4210 2 FINE ARTS Select 3 hrs from 3 Select ONE Specialization From Below ART 1300, 1310, 1313, 2310, FA 2310, MLH2301, 2350
SCIENCE (7-8 hours) ACTING / DIRECTING / MUSICAL THEATRE PERFORMANCE Select 4 hrs from BIOL1401, 1405, 2401, 4 COURSE HOURS COMPLETED CHEM1400, 1410, GEOS1405, 1410, 2420, PHYS1400, 1401, 1410 THRE 4110 1 Select 3-4 hrs from 3-4 Select 15 hours from 15 Lab Science, CIS, CSC, MMA THRE 1150 (Tap), 1150 (Jazz), 3325 3330, 3360, 3370, 4330, 4360, 4363, MATH 4335, 4350, 4315 Select 3-4 hrs from 3-4 MATH1311 or higher Select 5 hours from 5 THRE 4340, 2350, 3325, 3370, 4120, HUMANITIES (8-9 hours) 4350, Select 3 hrs from 3 ART 1310, 2300, 2310, 2321, 3330, ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309. 3340, 4301 Select 5-6 hrs from 5-6 ENG 2311, 2312, 2321, 2322, 4309, SPAN4311, 4312, 4313, ANY PHIL course, DESIGN / TECHNOLOGY REL 2309, 2330, 2340, 3330, 3350, 3310, 3315, 3320, 3325, 4309, COURSE HOURS COMPLETED SLD1210 THRE 4120 1 SOCIAL SCIENCE (9 hours) Select 15 hours from 15 Select 3 hrs from 3 THRE 4340, 2350, 3325, 3370, 4350, HIST1310, 1320, 2310,2320. ART 1310, 2300, 2310, 2321, 3330, Select 3 hrs from 3 3340, 4301 PSC2310, 2320 Select 3 hours from 3 Select 5 hours from 5 ECON2310, 2320, THRE 1150 (Tap), 1150 (Jazz), 3325, HIST1310, 1320, 2310, 2320 PSC2310, 3330, 3360, 3370, 4110, 4330, 4360, 2320, 2320, 4363, 4335, 4350, 4315 PSYC1340, 2360, SOC 2300, 3320 TEACHING FIELD IN THEATRE: Theatre: Grades 8-12 FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: Please consult the offerings for the Department of Curriculum and This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college level, or Instruction for course requirements. demonstration of proficiency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign lan- guage proficiency exam.
150 OFFICERS OF ADMINISTRATION DAVID M. KLASSEN (1969) Professor of Chemistry
B.S., The University of Texas-El Paso; John Russell, B.S., M.S., Ph.D. Ph.D., University of New Mexico President of the University PATRICIA A. LAPOINT (1988) Beverly Lenoir, B.A., M.S., Ph.D. Professor of Business Administration Vice President for Academic Affairs B.S., M.B.A., Miami University; Ph.D., University of North Texas Brad Poorman, B.S. Vice President for Information Services PHILIP LeMASTERS (1995) Professor of Religion Rick Richardson, B.B.A., J.D., M.B.A.. 2001Gordon R & Lola Bennett Award Recipient Vice President for Institutional Advancement B.A., Baylor University; M.A., Rice University; Dave Voskuil, B.S., M.S. . Ph.D., Duke University Vice President for Enrollment Management BEVERLY A. LENOIR (1983) Lisa Williams, B.B.A. Professor of Computer Science; Vice President for Financial Affairs Vice President for Academic Affairs A.A., Tyler Junior College; B.A., Baylor University; M.S., American Technological University; PROFESSORS Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin
MARLA K. BANKS (1991) DORIS A. MILLER (1993) Professor of Curriculum and Instruction/Certification Officer Professor of English B.A., Eastern Kentucky University; B.S., University of Texas at El Paso; M.Ed., Ph.D., Miami University M.A., University of Northern Colorado; M.A., Colorado State University; CLARK W. BEASLEY (1969) Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin Distinguished Professor of Biology B.S., Kansas State College; J. ROBERT MILLER (1962) Ph.D., University of Oklahoma Adjunct Professor of Art B.S., McMurry College THOMAS BENOIT (1995) ROBERT F. PACE (1999) Professor of Biology Professor of History B.S., M.A., University of Texas at Arlington; B.A., Austin College; Ph.D., Texas Tech University M.A., Ph.D., Texas Christian University
MARY BUZAN (1980) PUG DEAVENPORT PARRIS (1978) Professor of English Professor of Physical Education B.A., McMurry College; 1999 Gordon R. & Lola J Bennett Award Recipient M.A., Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin B.S., McMurry College; M.Ed., Abilene Christian University PHILIP CRAIK (1985) Ed.D., Texas A&M University Professor of Theatre B.Mu., Hardin-Simmons University; GARY W. SHANAFELT (1981) M.A., Ph.D., Louisiana State University Professor of History 2004 GordonR.& Lola J. Bennett Award Recipient DONALD S. FRAZIER (1993) B.A., University of California, Irvine; Professor of History M.A., Ph.D., University of California, Berkeley 2000 Gordon R and Lola J Bennett Award Recipient B.A., University of Texas at Arlington; WILLIAM N. SHORT, JR. (1984) M.A., Ph.D., Texas Christian University Professor of Modern Languages B.A., Harding College; PERRY KAY HALEY-BROWN (1994) M.A., North Texas State University; Professor of Curriculum and Instruction Ph.D., Rice University Dean of the School of Education B.S., M.Ed., Sul Ross State University; PAUL SMITH (2004) Ed.D., Arizona State University Professor of Physical Education B.S., Wheaton College; CHARLES E. HUKILL (1985) M.S., Ph.D., Indiana University Professor of Theatre and Director of Technical Theatre 2002 Gordon R & Lola Bennett Award Recipient PAMELA VELTKAMP (1995) B.F.A., Stephen F. Austin State University; Professor of Chemistry M.F.A., Trinity University (Dallas Theater Center) B.A., Dordt College; Ph.D., University of Colorado. CHARLES JEFFERY KINLAW (1999) Professor of Philosophy KATHIE J. WALKER-MILLAR (1992) B.A., Wake Forest University; Professor of Art M.Div., Southern Baptist Seminary; B.F.A., M.Ed., Texas Christian University Ph.D.; University of Virginia M.F.A., Texas Woman's University.
151 ROBERT W. WALLACE (1990) M.S.N., Texas Woman’s University Professor of Sociology CLARA RICHARDSON (1998) B.S., Texas Tech University; M.G.S., Miami University; Associate Professor of Accounting M.A., M.Ph., Ph.D., Columbia University B.A., McMurry College; M.B.A., Ph,D., Texas A&M University GARY R. WILSON (1990) Professor of Biology ROBERT G. RITTENHOUSE (1993) Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences Associate Professor of Computer Science B.S., University of Texas at El Paso; B.A., University of California, San Diego; M.S., Ph.D., Texas Tech University M.S., San Diego State University; Ph.D., University of California, Irvine
ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS CYNTHIA RUTLEDGE (2001) Associate Professor of Physical Education
B.S., Texas Tech University; TINA BERTRAND (1999) M.S., Texas A & M University; Associate Professor of Political Science Ed.D., University of Northern Colorado B.A. , University of Houston, University Park;
Ph.D., Emory University JACQUELINE SIMPSON (1998)
Associate Professor of Sociology CICERO BRUCE (1996) B.A., Amrietta College; Associate Professor of English M.A., College of William & Mary; B.A., Georgia State University; Ph.D., University of Arizona M.A., Ph.D., Southern Illinois University
MICHAEL N. SWANSON (1966) JOSEPH C. CHRISTENSEN (1999) Associate Professor of Computer Science and Mathematics Associate Professor of Physics B.S., M.A., Texas Tech University B.S., Bradley University;
Ph.D., University of Kentucky MARK L. THORNBURG (2000)
Associate Professor of Mathematics DIANA ELLIS (2004) B.S., Rose Hulman Institute of Technology; Associate Professor of Music M.S., D.A., Idaho State University B.M., Louisiana College;
M.M., Mississippi College;
D.M.A., University of North Texas ASSISTANT PROFESSORS PAUL FABRIZIO (1996) Associate Professor of Political Science DAVID AINSWORTH (2003) B.A., University of Southern California; Assistant Professor of Theatre M.A., Ph.D., Emory University B.F.A., Southwestern University; M.F.A., University of Texas at Austin TODD JOHNSON (2000) Associate Professor of Music JOEL BRANT (2005) B.S., B.M., Central Michigan University; Assistant Professor of Biology M.M., Northwestern University; B.S., Abilene Christian University; D.M.A., University of Oklahoma M.S., Angelo State University; Ph.D., Texas Tech University ROBERT H. KUZMA (1986) Associate Professor of Business Administration DANNY BRUNETTE LOPEZ (2002) B.B.A., McMurry College; Assistant Professor of Spanish M.B.A., Hardin-Simmons University; B.A., M.A., Michigan State University; M.B.A., Abilene Christian University; CPA Ph.D., The University of Arizona
K. O. LONG (2003) TIKHON BYKOV (2004) Associate Professor of Business Administration Assistant Professor of Physics Dean of the School of Business B.S., M.S., St. Petersburg State University, Russia; B.A., McMurry College; Ph.D., University of Nebraska-Lincoln J.D., University of Texas at Austin JOHNNY C. CORNELIUS (1973-75) (1986) KELLY L. McCOUN (1993) Assistant Professor of Business Administration Associate Professor of Mathematics B.B.A., M.B.A., Hardin-Simmons University A.S., Amarillo College; B.S., M.S., West Texas State University; MARTIN DAWSON (2005) Ph.D., Texas Tech University Assistant Professor of Psychology B.A., Trinity University; RICHARD MCLAMORE (1997) M.A., Abilene Christian University; Associate Professor of English Ph.D., Texas Tech University B.A., M.A., Texas A & M University; Ph.D., University of Connecticut KRISTINA DRUMHELLER (2002) Assistant Professor of Communications JANET NOLES (1993) B.A., Texas Tech University; Associate Professor of Nursing M.A., Southwest Texas State University; Dean of the School of Nursing Ph.D., University of Missouri-Columbia B.S.N., University of Texas at Austin;
152 DANIEL EPPLEY (2000) NINA OUIMETTE (2002) Assistant Professor of Religion Assistant Professor of Nursing Turner Distinguished Professor B.S.N., George Mason University; B.A., Gustavus Adolphus College; M.S.N., East Carolina University M.S., Cornell University; Ph.D., University of Iowa PAUL PYENTA (2002) Assistant Professor of Biochemistry DIANE FARRELL (2004) B.A., B.S., Wayne State University; Assistant Professor of Biology M.S., Ph.D., Cornell University B.S., McMurry University; Ph.D., University of Texas Health Science Center ANNA SAGHATELYAN (2004) Assistant Professor of Biology KATHRYN FLORES (2002) M.S., Yerevan State University; Assistant Professor of Mathematics Ph.D., Botanical Institute NAS RA Yerevan, Armenia B.S., Texas A&M University Kingsville; M.S., Texas A&M College Station; JOHN ERIC SWENSON III (2005) Ph.D., University of Texas at Dallas Assistant Professor of Psychology B.S., M.S., Abilene Christian University; WES GOMER (2004) Ph.D., University of Memphis Assistant Professor of Music B.M., Texas Wesleyan College; LOUIS W. VOIT (1983) M.M., Texas Christian University; Assistant Professor of Computer Science D.M.A., Texas Tech University B.S., State University of New York; M.S.E., West Virginia University; JERRY W. HOLLINGSWORTH (2003) M.S., East Texas State University Assistant Professor of Sociology B.A., McMurry University, ROSEMARY KOVACH WALLACE (1991) M.A. University of Texas at Arlington; Director, Dyess McMurry Program Ph.D., Nova Southeastern University Assistant Professor of Sociology Diploma of Nursing, St. Elizabeth Hospital Medical Center; ARLEN JEFFERY (2000) B.A., Youngstown State University; Assistant Professor of Chemistry M.G.S., Miami University; B.S., Friends University; M.A., Ed.D., Teachers College, Columbia University Ph.D., University of Iowa ROBERT WETTEMAN (2001) Assistant Professor of History MARIAN KIRK (2005) B.A. Oklahoma State University; Assistant Professor of Curriculum & Instruction M.A., Ph.D., Texas A&M University B.S., M.Ed., University of Houston; Ph.D., Texas A&M University ALICIA WYATT (1999) Assistant Professor of Computer Science BILLY LIBBY (1995) Director, Distance Learning Assistant Professor of Religion Director, Multi Media Applications Program B.A., Texas A&M University; 2005 Gordon R & Lola Bennett Award Recipient M.Div., Drew University; B.S., M.Ed., Ed.D., Texas Tech Unviersity M.A., Kansas State University
ANN LIPRIE-SPENCE (1982) INSTRUCTORS Assistant Professor of Business Administration
Director, Servant Leadership Program CHRISTOPHER ANDREWS (2004) 1998 Gordon R & Lola Bennett Award Recipient Visiting Instructor of English B.S., McNeese State University; B.A., McMurry University; M.B.A., Louisiana Tech University M.A., Tarleton State University
CYNTHIA MARTIN (2003) RACHAEL K. BEIN (1991) Assistant Professor of Mathematics Instructor of Developmental Studies, B.S., Howard Payne University; Director of Academic Enrichment Center Ph.D. Texas Tech University B.Mu.Ed., Hardin-Simmons University;
M.M., Hardin-Simmons University; JOHN MILLER (2004) M.Ed., Hardin-Simmons University Assistant Professor of Religion
A.B., University of California, Berkeley; RICHARD BROZOVIC (1996) M.Div., Ph.D., Princeton Theological Seminary Instructor of Mathematics & Computer Science
B.S., M.S. U. S. Air Force Academy CHRISTOPHER NEAL (2003)
Assistant Professor of Music JUDY DANIEL (1997) B.M.Ed., University of Oklahoma; Instructor of English M.M., University of Texas; B.A., Texas Tech University; D.M.A.., University of Oklahoma M.A., Hardin-Simmons University
BRADLEY OILER (2003) MATTHEW DODD (2001) Assistant Professor of Art Instructor of Communications B.A., Graceland University; B.A., M.A., Abilene Christian University M.F.A., Fort Hays State University
153 MATTHEW DRUMHELLER (2002) TERRY YOUNG, (2000) Part-time Instructor of Communications Reference and Circulation Librarian B.A., McMurry University; B.A., M.U.P. Texas A&M University; M.A., Texas Tech University M.L.S., University of North Texas
KATHRYN HALL (2000) Instructor of Curriculum and Instruction FACULTY EMERITI B.A., Smith College;
M.Ed. Hardin-Simmons University JAMES E. ALVIS
Professor of Spanish & French, Emeritus DENISE HAWKINS (2004) B.A., McMurry College; Instructor of Curriculum & Instruction M.A., University of New Mexico; B.Ed., M.Ed., Hardin Simmons University Ph.D., University of Oklahoma
SUSAN KEHL (2002) JEAN A. BARRICK Instructor of Nursing Professor of Curriculum & Instruction, Emeritus B.S.N., Harding University; B.S., Northwestern University; M.S.N., Abilene Christian University M.A., Columbia University;
Ed.D., Columbia University ALICE MURPHY (1999)
Instructor of Nursing WILLIAM E. BARRICK B.S.N., Augsburg College; Professor of Religion, Emeritus M.P.H. Maternal & Child Health, B.A., Phillips University; University of Minnesota School of Public Health B.D., Garrett Theological Seminary;
Ed.D., Columbia University LYNN NICHOLS (2002)
Visiting Instructor of Curriculum & Instruction PATRICK BENNETT B.A., Texas Tech; Associate Professor of English Emeritus M.Ed. Abilene Christian University B.A., Texas Tech University;
M.A., Hardin-Simmons University JAMES SHELTON (2002)
Visiting Instructor of Curriculum & Instruction ANN COOK B.S., North Texas State University; Professor of Education, Emeritus M.S., University of Akron, Ohio B.S., Texas Woman's University;
M.Ed., and Ed.D., East Texas State University MARY-MARGARET SINCLAIR (2000)
Instructor of Nursing J. HENRY DOSCHER B.S.N., Keuka College; Professor of Business Law, Emeritus M.S.N., Abilene Christian University B.A., Amherst College;
J.D., The University of Texas GEORGE STARBUCK (2003)
Instructor of Business Administration FANE DOWNS B.B.A., University of Texas, Austin; Professor of History, Emeritus M.B.A. Abilene Christian University; C.P.A. B.A., M.A., Ph.D., Texas Tech University
COLE THOMPSON (2002) BILL J. DULIN Instructor of English Professor of Mathematics, Emeritus B.A., Stanford University; B.A., Baylor University; M.A., University of Southwestern Louisiana M.S., Ph.D., Louisiana State University
JOEL WHITTEMORE (2001) DIANNE G. F. DULIN Instructor of Communications Instructor of Mathematics, Emeritus B.S. Northeastern University; B.A., Lamar State College; M.A., Abilene Christian University M.A., Louisiana State University
SHARON WOODRUM (2002) MOHAMMED EL-ATTRACHE Instructor of Nursing Professor of Political Science, Emeritus B.S., College of Charleston; B.A., M.A., Texas Christian University; B.S. in Pharmacy, Pharm. D., Medical University of South Carolina Ph.D., University of Oklahoma
TOMMY J. FRY LIBRARY STAFF Associate Professor of Music, Emeritus B.S., McMurry College;
M.Ed., Sul Ross State University. NANCY F. SHANAFELT (1988) Catalog Librarian EDWARD LYNDOL HARRIS A.B., Bryn Mawr College; Professor of Chemistry, Emeritus M.L.I.S., University of California, Berkeley B.A., McMurry University; M.S., Ph.D., Louisiana State University. JOE W. SPECHT (1975) Director of Jay-Rollins Library LUCILLE M. HODGES B.A., M.A., M.L.S., North Texas State University Assistant Professor of Mathematics, Emeritus B.A., McMurry College; M.A. Abilene Christian College
154 THOMAS K. KIM SHERWOOD SUTER President, Emeritus Professor of Art, Emeritus B.A., Berea College; B.S., Western Michigan University; M.B.A., Indiana University; M.F.A., Columbia University Ph.D., Tulane University; D.H., Southwestern University WALTER J. URBAN Dean of Student Life, Emeritu HERSHEL KIMBRELL B.S., University of Texas at El Paso; Assistant Professor of Physical Education and M.Ed, Abilene Christian University Head Basketball Coach, Emeritus B.S., M.Ed., McMurry College JOHN VALENTINE Professor of Business Administration HOMER C. LAXSON B.B.A., McMurry College; Associate Professor of Business Administration, Emeritus M.B.A., Abilene Christian University; CPA B.B.A., M.B.A., Southern Methodist University JEROME VANNOY ROBERT MANISS Instructor of Mathematics, Coach, Registrar, Emeritus Professor of Curriculum & Instruction, Registrar, Emeritus B.A., University of Texas B.S., Texas Technological College; M.Ed., Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin EUGENE WILLIAMS Professor of Business Administration ROBERT MARTIN B.A., Drury College; Professor of Biology M.B.A., Ph.D., University of Arkansas B.S., M.S., Oklahoma State University; Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF ROBERT C. MONK
Professor of Religion, Emeritus Steven Allen, B.A. B.A., Texas Tech University; Head Men’s Soccer Coach B.A., Southern Methodist University;
M.A., Ph.D., Princeton University Rachel Atkins, B.A.
Interim Director of Financial Aid RICHARD MOORE
Professor of Biology, Emeritus Beverly Ball, M.Ed. B.S., Olivet College, Head Swimming Coach M.S. and Ph.D., Michigan State University
Rachael K. Bein, B.Mu.Ed., M.M., M.Ed., L.P.C. TERRY E. NORTHUP Director of Academic Enrichment and Developmental Studies Professor of Curriculum & Instruction
B.A., M.Ed., University of Mississippi; Tom Benoit, B.S., M.A., Ph.D. Ph.D., Purdue University Director of Research & Planning
BENJAMIN L. PILCHER (1969) Johnna Bolden, B.S. Professor of Biology Assistant Director for Financial Aid B.S., M.S., Texas Technological College;
Ph.D., University of New Mexico Brenda Breeden, B.A.
Director of Student Accounts LOU H. RODENBERGER
Professor of English, Emeritus John Byington, B.S. B.A., B.S., Texas Woman's University; Assistant Baseball Coach M.A., Ph.D., Texas A&M University
Carolyn A. Calvert, B.A A.C. SHARP, JR. Registrar Professor of Physics, Emeritus
B.S., M.S., Texas A&I University; Terry T. Cass, B.B.A. Ph.D., Texas A&M University University Accountant
ROBERT W. SLEDGE David Chandler, B.S., M.Ed. Distinguished Professor of History, Emeritus Head Cross Country/Track Coach B.S., B.A., Southwestern University;
B.D., Southern Methodist University; Christy Cousins, B.S. M.A., Ph.D., The University of Texas at Austin Head Women’s Soccer Coach
ROY W. SONNTAG Steve Crisman, B.A. Professor of Chemistry, Emeritus Assistant Vice President, Institutional Advancement B.S., North Texas State University;
Ph.D., University of Texas Barbara Crousen, B.S., M.Ed.
Head Men & Women’s Track Coach, Senior Woman Administrator, JACQUELINE B. STOWE Compliance Officer Assistant Professor of Business Administration, Emeritus
B.B.A., Texas Tech University; Joe Crousen, B.S. M.Ed., Hardin-Simmons University Head Football Coach
155 Judy Deaton, B.S. Daniel Jones, B.B.A. Curator & Gallery Director Network Administrator
Kathy M. Denslow, A.A.S., B.S. Carlyn Kahl Computer Center Director Publishing Assistant, McWhiney Foundation Press
Lee Driggers, B.A., M.A. Tim Kennedy, B.A., M.Div. Head Baseball Coach University Chaplain, and Director of Summer Programs
Glen Dromgoole, B.A., M.A. Robert Kuzma, B.B.A., M.B.A., M.B.A., C.P.A. Managing Editor of the McWhinney Foundation Press Faculty Athletic Representative
Jimmy Edwards, B.S., M.S. Jerry Larned, B.S., M.Ed. Assistant Football Coach Athletic Director
Gary G. Ellison, B.J. Beth Laurence, B.A. Director University Relations Coordinator of the Developmental Studies Program
Russ Evans Billy Libby, B.A., M.Div., M.A. Men’s & Women’s Golf Coach CHAMPS/Life Skills Coordinator
Freddie Famble, Jr., B.S. Ann Liprie-Spence, B.S., M.B.A. Director of Customer Service Director of Servant Leadership Program
Cherisse Flanagan, B.S., M.S., L.P.C... Melanie Long, B.B.A. Assistant Director of Counseling & Career Services Coordinator of Academic Advising
Justin Frazier Donna Mahon, B.A., M.Ed. Assistant Site Manager, Buffalo Gap Historic Village Assistant Director of Residence Life & Apartment Coordinator
Scott Fritz Erin McClure, B.S., M.Ed. Director of Network Services Director of University Wellness & Recreation
Karla Gaebler, B.S. Janet McMurray, B.S., M.Ed. Admissions Counselor Head Athletic Trainer
Penny Gammill Ashley Moseley, B.A. Loan Coordinator Admissions Counselor
Jerri Gazaille, B.B.A., Sam Nichols, B.S., M.Ed. Executive Assistant to the President Head Women’s Basketball Coach
Katy Goss, B.B.A., B.A. Mark Odom, B.S., Admissions Counselor Director of Security & Safety Officer
Donny Gray, B.S. Brad Parris, B.S. Assistant Football Coach Assistant Track Coach
James Greer, B.A., M.A., L.M.F.T. Mike Patterson Director of Counseling and Career Services Offensive Coordinator, Football Coach
Trevor Hadley, B.S. Sandra Patterson B.A., M. A.R. Assistant Athletic Trainer Student Retention Coordinator
John Harvey III, B.S.C.E., M.S.M. Kimberly Peacock, B.S. Director of Physical Properties Cheerleader Coach
Mark Hathorn, B.S. Camile Petree, B.S., M.Ed. Men's and Women's Tennis Coach Head Volleyball Coach
Barbara Havard Amy Prather Human Resources Coordinator McWhiney Foundation
Shane Hill, B.A. James Quinnett, B.A. Assistant to the Director of Student Activities, Campus Center Associate Director of University Relations Operations Eldon Renfro Ronald K. Holmes, B.S., M.Ed. Maintenance Supervisor Head Men’s Basketball Coach Director of Development, Athletics Carole Ricketts, B.A., B.B.A. Controller Lecia D. Hughes, B.B.A., M.Ed., L.P.C. Dean of Students
156 Craig Roberts Janet Chandler, B.A. Director of Housekeeping Office Manager/Registrar’s Office
Vanessa Roberts, B.S., M.S. John Chorn, B.B.A. Director of Student Activities & Orientation Transfer Admissions Counselor
Dirk Saltzgaber, B.S., M.A. Edwin Conant Assistant Baseball Coach Maintenance/Grounds
Thomas Sauceda, B.S. Michael Conant Assistant Football Coach Maintenance/Grounds
Maurice Simmons, B.S., M.Ed. Carrie Copeland Residence Life Director & Intramural Coordinator Cashier
Amy Smith, B.B.A. Sam Corbett Controller, McWhiney Foundation Maintenance
Bishop Dan Solomon, B.A., M.Div., D.Min. Paul Cortinaz Bishop in Residence Maintenance
Beth St Jean, B.S. Larry Cox AEC Math Coordinator Maintenance/Housekeeping
Patrick Stewart, B.S., B.S. Richard De La Rosa Sports Information Director Security Officer
Jennifer Stringer, B.B.A. Terry Ergish Director of Advancement Services Secretary for the College of Arts & Sciences
Russell Vanlandingham, B.S., M.Ed. Ronald Flash Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach Security Officer
Rosemary K. Wallace, B.A., M. Gerontological Studies, M.A., Ed.D. Debbie Ford Director of McMurry-Dyess Program; Assistant Professor of Secretary to the Office of Institutional Advancement Sociology Tracy Gand KC Walters, B.A. Fine Arts Secretary Associate Director, University Relations Denis Gartner David Wayne Williams, A.R.E. Maintenance Media Center Director John Gomez Christina Wilson, B.M., M.M. Maintenance/Housekeeping Director of Development, Foundation Relations Jane Gray Postal Clerk GENERAL STAFF Janne Herfurth, A.A.
Technology Coordinator/Registrar’s Office Keely Acklin
Computer Help Desk Coordinator Terry Hunter
Maintenance Jeff Anders
Maintenance/ Grounds Fernando Jaramillo
Maintenance Barbara Aulseybrook
Physical Plant Secretary Dale Jones
Postal Clerk Gail Biagioni
Circulation Library Assistant Amie Keawmanee
Secretary to the Dean of Students Mary L. Blanton
Secretary for Alumni Diana Kemper
Administrative Assistant to Financial Affairs Jeanie Bone
Administrative Assistant to the Vicki Kohutek Vice President for Academic Affairs Secretary for the School of Education
William Bouford Sandy Lane Maintenance/Grounds Secretary for Counseling & Career Services
Clay Brown
Maintenance
157 Dorothy Lee Tammy Sims Secretary for P.E. Secretary for Campus Ministry, and Summer Programs
Kay Liner Deanna Slater Admissions Office Manager/Telecounselor Supervisor Supervisor of the Post Office & Print Shop
Robbie Loomis Kathy Speegle Financial Aid Clerk Transcript Coordinator/Registrar’s Office
Charlotte Martin, B.S. Teresa Steele Assistant to the Athletics Secretary Switchboard Operator/Data Entry Clerk
Josephine Medina Keith Stout Maintenance/Housekeeping Maintenance/Housekeeping
Adrianna Mendez, B.B.A. Dustan Taylor Admissions Receptionist Maintenance/Housekeeping
George (Bud) Miller Jason Tardiff Maintenance PC Computer/Lab Technician
Irene Montez Susanna Tekut Maintenance/Housekeeping Maintenance/Housekeeping
Hugh Moore Johnny Tijerina AEC Evening Lab Supervisor Maintenance/Housekeeping
Judy Moore Guadalupe Valdez Secretary for the Athletics Department Maintenance
Rachel Moore Claire Weaver Maintenance/ Housekeeping Administrative Assistant to the Vice President for Enrollment Managment Eva Morales Maintenance/Housekeeping Lori West Financial Aid Data Specialist Trudi Mosley Secretary to the Librarian Larue Williams Secretary to the Dean of the School of Business Terry Nixon Institutional Reporting Officer Pat Wingert Secretary for Servant Leadership Michael O’Brien Security Officer Tina Wright Maintenance/Housekeeping Sue Owen Admissions Systems Coordinator
Jesse Polanco Maintenance
Kristi Poorman, B.S. Academic Enrichment Center Coordinator
Linda Price Print Shop Assistant
Trish P. Rhodes Administrative Assistant to the Vice President for Institutional Advancement
Tandy Rios-Krainin Mainenance-Housekeeping
Darlene Roberts Acquisitions Library Assistant
Erlinda Rocha Maintenance/Housekeeping
Deborah Shadowens Accounts Payable Specialist
158 Index Schedule of Charges 24 School of Business 47
School of Nursing 114 Academic Advantage 36 Science Facilities 9 Academic Calendar 4 Servant Leadership 142 Academic Advising 13 Service Clubs 12 Academic Enrichment Center 8 Servicemembers Opportunity College 34 Academic Overload 29 Social Clubs 12 Academic Placement Policy 16 Sociology 142 Academic Probation and Suspension 27 Special Interest Groups 11 Academic Restart 16 Staff 154, 155, 157 Academic Scholarship Programs 20 State Grants 20 Accounting 48, 54 Student Activity Cards 34 Activity Scholarships 21 Student Association 10 Adding or Dropping Courses 28 Student Conduct 13 Admission Steps 14 Student Entrance Classifications 14 Admissions Policies & Procedures 14 Student Privacy 13 Advanced Placement Examinations 17 Student Teaching 67 Alumni Association 12 Study Abroad 35 Applying for Graduation 29 Study Day 29 Art 37 Teacher Education Program 67 Athletics 10 Teaching Fields 75, 77-80 Biology 44 Texas Higher Education Assessment (THEA) 16 Business Administration 47 Theatre 146 Campus Buildings & Facilities 7 Transcript Services 14 Campus Activities Board 12 Transfer of Courses into McMurry University 15 Campus Connect 14 Trustees by Classification 229 Career Services 12 Tuition Refunds 25 Chemistry & Biochemistry 55 Tuition Assistance Program 34 Class Attendance Policy 28, 34 Veterans Administration Program 34 Classification of Students 28 Vocational Rehabilitation 24 College Level Examinations Program 17 Withdrawal Calculations Procedures/Policy 25 Communication Studies 60 Withdrawal Process 28 Computer Facilities 9 Withdrawing from the University 25 Computer Information Systems 49, 52 Work Assistance 20 Computer Science 63
Continuing Education and Special Programs 13
Concurrent Enrollment Policy 30
CORE Curriculum 66
Counseling Services 12
Courses of Study 29
Credit by Examination 17
Dyess Program 33
Honors Program 31
Multimedia Applications 53, 105
Music 106
Music Facilities 9
Music Organizations 10
National Honor Societies 10
Natural Sciences 88, 91 Occupational Therapy 131 Officers of Administration 151 Payment of Accounts 24 Philosophy 136, 141 Physical Education Facilities 9 Physical Education & Health Fitness 118 Physics 124 Political Science 128 Pre-Dental Program 131 Pre-Engineering Program 131 Pre-Law 132 Pre-License Athletic Trainer 80, 132 Pre-Medical Program 131 Pre-Pharmacy Program 131 Pre-Physical Therapy Program 131 Pre-Veterinary Program 131 Professional Organizations 11 Psychology 132 Publications 10 Religion & Philosophy 136 Repetition of Courses 27 Requirements for Readmission 16 Residence Halls 18 Room & Board Regulations 26
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