AMBERTON UNIVERSITY CATALOG V

PURPOSE OF THIS CATALOG The purpose of this catalog is to acquaint interested individuals and organizations with Amberton University and its academic programs. The University believes that within these pages you will find a new and invigorating approach to education. Your responses are welcome. AMBERTON UNIVERSITY CATALOG v. 35 PUBLISHED BY AMBERTON UNIVERSITY, 2005 The University reserves the right to advance and revise requirements for admission, requirements for graduation and degrees, curricula of study, arrangement of courses, charges for tuition and other fees, instructors of courses, and other regulations affecting students, whether incoming or previously enrolled. The University publishes a Schedule of Classes for each session that includes current academic and financial information. The schedule should be used in conjunction with this catalog. The University also welcomes individual conferences. ACADEMIC CATALOG v. 35 AND STUDENT HANDBOOK YOU ARE INVITED TO VISIT AMBERTON UNIVERSITY Amberton University, located at I-635 (LBJ Freeway) and Northwest Highway, is easily accessible from anywhere in the metroplex. Adults who are serious about their education are invited to visit the University campus and experience for themselves the professional atmosphere. For organizations interested in on-site or retreat-site courses, these are available on a customized basis. You are invited to visit our campus and to discuss our programs. Amberton University 1700 Eastgate Drive Garland, Texas 75041-5595 Information: 972/279-6511 Admin/Bus FAX: 972/279-9773 Faculty FAX: 972/686-5890 Library FAX: 972/686-5567 ii Welcome to Amberton University As President of Amberton University, I promise three things: (1) Amberton will provide quality education at a reasonable price; (2) Amberton will provide a relevant technical and cognitive academic environment for teaching that will increase your real world value; and, (3) Amberton will maintain an environment of concern and fairness. Educationally, Amberton University is accredited and nationally recognized. Tuition is very reasonable because the University is non-profit and endowment funds of the University are used to keep costs down (in essence, every student is a scholarship recipient). All faculty not only have high academic credentials, but all are experienced and qualified to apply relevant skills and information to academic training. Philosophically, Amberton University is Christian based. While no religious dogma is required of students, our conduct and commitment are Christian. Amberton will not only become an “agent of change” in your life, but we will help you become a “change agent” for others. At Amberton, you will join a society in which all—students, teachers, and administrators—are learners willing to engage in responsible experimentation and innovation. Your educational journey will lead you to the “Realm of the Ring” (an Amberton graduate). No, Amberton is not for everyone. It is designed exclusively for mature, working adults. Our explicit goal is to educate, and we seek to use our intellectual and financial resources to achieve our educational objectives. Those who are accepted for enrollment will find Amberton University small enough to care, old enough to be academically stable, and financially strong enough to provide quality at a discount. Welcome to Amberton University, Douglas W. Warner President iii ORGANIZATION OF THE CATALOG The Amberton University Catalog, v. 35, is organized around the following three sections: Student Handbook—General Information and Student Handbook for All Students Undergraduate Academic Information Graduate Academic Information The Student Handbook section contains information that applies to all Amberton University students. The Undergraduate and Graduate sections contain the degree program requirements, course listings, and competencies for each of the respective student groups. All students should read the Student Handbook section along with the respective degree level section. Each section is marked with a tab on right-hand pages. For specific catalog information, see the Table of Contents and the Index. ACCREDITATION AND CREDENTIALS Amberton University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award bachelor's and master's degrees. Accreditation issues should be addressed by mail to the Commission on Colleges, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or by phone to (404)679-4501. In addition, Amberton University is recognized by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and the United States De- partment of Education as a licensed, degree granting institution. Amberton University is also a member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). The curriculum for the Master of Arts degree in Professional Counseling meets the academic requirements for licensing as a professional counselor in Texas. The Master of Arts degree in School Counseling satisfies the academic and certification requirements for the School Counseling Certification as established by the Texas State Board of Educator Certification. iv TABLE OF CONTENTS MAP.............................................................................................ii PRESIDENT’S WELCOME....................................................iii ORGANIZATION OF THE CATALOG................................iv ACCREDITATION AND CREDENTIALS ...........................iv STUDENT HANDBOOK .......................................................... 1 GENERAL INFORMATION .................................................................. 2 Amberton University, A Brief History...................................................... 2 Non-Profit Status....................................................................................... 2 The Exclusiveness Of Amberton University............................................. 3 The Christian Commitment Of Amberton University............................... 4 Amberton University Purpose Statement .................................................. 4 A More Relevant, Student-Oriented Catalog ............................................ 5 University Publications ............................................................................. 5 Amberton University’s Unique Learning Options .................................... 6 Legal Notice Of Non-Discrimination........................................................ 7 The Ethical Standards Of Amberton University ....................................... 7 STUDENT LIFE AND CONDUCT........................................................ 8 General Philosophy ................................................................................... 9 Ethical Standards Expected Of Students................................................. 10 Due Process In Handling Violations Of The Ethical Standards.............. 11 Students' Rights - Educational Records .................................................. 12 Student Grievance And Appeal............................................................... 13 STUDENT SERVICES ......................................................................... 14 General Information ................................................................................ 15 The Academic Advising System (Degree Plans) .................................... 15 Financial Advising.................................................................................. 16 International Student Advising and Admission....................................... 16 Transcript Service................................................................................... 17 Veteran Advising.................................................................................... 18 New/Prospective Student Orientation ..................................................... 18 Student Records...................................................................................... 18 Employment Opportunities And Job Placement ..................................... 19 UNIVERSITY TECHNOLOGIES......................................................... 20 University Technologies......................................................................... 21 Automated Voice Mail System ........................................................ 21 Fax System....................................................................................... 21 Amberton e-Mail.............................................................................. 22 Amberton Distance Learning System – The Virtual University.......... 23 Amberton University Technology Usage................................................ 23 TABLE OF CONTENTS (Cont’d.) v LIBRARY RESOURCES....................................................................... 24 The Library Resource Center...................................................................25 Campus Resources............................................................................25 Remote Resources.............................................................................25 Research Assistance..........................................................................25 SAFETY AND SECURITY ................................................................... 27 Campus Safety And Security ...................................................................28 Use of Social Security Number................................................................28 Unsupervised Children.............................................................................29

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