UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 2014 - 2015 Park University 2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog Amendments (Revised October 28, 2014)
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UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 2014 - 2015 Park University 2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog Amendments (Revised October 28, 2014) PAGE 50 Because of refunds being different in some states, the campus centers below will not be able to use the “A” session codes. The following campuses will be changed to these sessions: Moody AFB – Session D Barstow Community College, Barstow MCLB, Camp Pendleton MCB, Fort Irwin – Session E Grand Forks AFB, Minot AFB – Session F PAGE 173 Remove “GGP 405 Conservation GIS” and add “GGP 450 Internship in GIS.” REQUIREMENTS FOR: GIS MINOR – 21 HOURS, 2.0 GPA GGP 270 Spatial Analysis -OR- .......................................................... 3 cr. NS 220 Applied Statistics & Experimental Design GGP 330 Cartography ............................................... 3 cr. GGP 335 Remote Sensing ......................................... 3 cr. GGP 350 GIS I .......................................................... 3 cr. GGP 355 GIS II ........................................................ 3 cr. GGP 450 Internship in GIS ....................................... 3 cr. IS 205 Managing Information Systems .................. 3 cr. TOTAL .................................................... 21 cr. Park University – 2014-2015 Catalog Addendum (Office of cademicA Affairs) Approved for distribution by Dr. Kenneth Christopher, Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs, November 6, 2014. – Amendments Page 1 – PAGE 209 Add new Military History major. SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL SCIENCES Military History AVAILABLE: ark University’s Mission and Vision statement includes access Pto academic excellence to prepare students to think critically, B.S. communicate effectively, and engage in lifelong learning while serving in a global community. The interdisciplinary military REQUIREMENTS: history degree will provide students access to academic excellence through the study of military aspects of History, Sociology, B.S. MAJOR: Geography and Political Science. 36 HOURS 2.75 GPA Program Competencies: • Synthesize interdisciplinary content as it relates to THIS DEGREE REQUIRES A Military History. MINIMUM OF 120 HOURS. • Compare and contrast disparate scholarly views of FOR ADDITIONAL HOURS Military History. REQUIRED SEE PAGE 110. • Analyze interdisciplinary theory related to Military History. • Integrate Military History into the larger historical backdrop. THIS PROGRAM IS OFFERED THROUGH: REQUIREMENTS FOR: B.S. MAJOR – 36 HOURS, 2.75 GPA HIS 211 The Great War, 1914-1818 ........................ 3 cr. HIS 252 The History of Warfare .............................. 3 cr. Park Online HIS 319 Russia in the 20th Century ........................ 3 cr. HIS 325 The Cold War, 1945-1992 ......................... 3 cr. HIS 330 U.S. Military History ................................. 3 cr. HIS 332 World War II ............................................. 3 cr. HIS 333 The Modern Middle East .......................... 3 cr. HIS 453 Senior Writing Capstone ............................ 3 cr. GGH 312 Military Geography .................................... 3 cr. PO 320 American Foreign Policy ............................ 3 cr. PO 344 War and Terrorism ..................................... 3 cr. SO 318 Military Sociology ...................................... 3 cr. Pass written comprehensive exam TOTAL .................................................... 36 cr. – Amendments Page 2 – PAGE 217 After CA 420 add “-OR- CA 451 Communication Leadership in Groups or Teams.....3 cr.” Required Courses CA 104 Interpersonal Communication I ................. 3 cr. CA 200 Interviewing: Theories and Practice ............ 3 cr. CA 235 Multicultural Communication ................... 3 cr. CA 301 Interpersonal Communication II ............... 3 cr. CA 302 Communication Ethics and Law ................ 3 cr. CA 348 Theories of Communication ...................... 3 cr. CA 382 Communication Research Methods ........... 3 cr. CA 402 Organizational Communication ................. 3 cr. CA 420 Human Relations in Group Interaction -OR- .......................................................... 3 cr. CA 451 Communication Leadership in Groups or Teams CA 475 Case Studies in Communication Leadership .................................................. 3 cr. CA 490 Professional Learning Experience (PLE) ..... 3 cr. CA 491 Senior Project ............................................. 3 cr. Electives CA 404 Special Topics in Communications and/or CA Electives ................................... 6 cr. TOTAL .................................................... 42 cr. PAGE 253 Remove MA 120 as a prerequisite for AT 490. AT 490 Senior Seminar in Athletic Training PREREQUISITE: AT 480 A capstone course where students examine current issues in the field of athletic training that allow them to engage in professional research and presentation. In addition, students will get opportunities for practicing mock certification exams. 3:0:3 PAGE 302 New course: HIS 252 The History of Warfare This course will survey a broad expanse of military history as an introduction to the discipline and the practice of war over time and space. It will examine the idea of war, changes in warfare, total war, technology, the nature of armies, the role of war in Western and non-Western society, and major theories of warfare. 3:0:3 – Amendments Page 3 – PAGE 306 New course: HIS 453 Senior Writing Capstone PREREQUISITES: EN105, EN106, passing the WCT, and completion of minimum of 90 credit hours. All Military History Majors are required to complete a one term (8-week) senior writing capstone under the guidance of a full-time Park University history faculty member. The capstone applies sustained, independent research, including: formulating a historical question, historical methodology, devising research strategy, and evaluating primary and secondary sources. Completion with grade of “C” of higher is required. The written capstone project shall be at least 5,000-to-6,250 words on an appropriate and approved topic of military history. The research must be original and based on primary and secondary sources. The writing style must be I compliance with the current edition of the Chicago Manual of Style for all work submitted. This course will satisfy the EN306 requirement for Military History Majors. 3:0:3 PAGE 312 New course: LE 299 Junior-Year Seminar: Liberal Education and the Park Advantage This course is designed to introduce students who did not start their education with Park University to the goals of Park’s Liberal Education Program and the resources the University has for its students. The curriculum will be focused Park’s Literacies and the advantages they give Park graduates in pursuing their personal and professional goals. 2:0:2 PAGE 313 Add “LE” to “LS 221.” LS 221 LE Introduction to Liberal Studies I: Prehistory to the Early Modern World An exploration of the areas traditionally character ized as the humanities: history, philosophy, religious studies, art and art history, and literature from Prehistory to the Early Modern World—beginnings to the Reformation. 3:0:3 PAGE 336 Add “LE” to “PH 101.” PH 101 LE Introduction to Philosophical Thinking An entry into philosophy by one of two routes: an exploration of philosophical problems through reading and discussing selections from the great thinkers or a lecture-discussion survey of philosophy conceived in the broadest fashion. 3:0:3 Add “LE” to “PH 205.” PH 205 LE The Meaning of Life Students in this course participate in the quest for meaning in life through reading and discussion of the contributions of philosophers, religious prophets, poets and writers, and through talking with persons who seem to have achieved meaning in their own lives. Students are expected by the end of the course to have formulated in writing or some other medium a statement of where they are in their personal quests. 3:0:3 – Amendments Page 4 – PAGE 346 Add “LE” to “RE 109.” RE 109 LE World Religions An introduction to the religion of humankind from the earliest records of spiritual life to the great religions of today. The course recognizes the possibilities of dialogue among the living traditions around the world and the resources within the local community. 3:0:3 PAGE 348 At the top of the page: “(SS) Social Sciences” should be “(H) Humanities and Performing Arts” “PS Psychology” should be “RE Religion” – Amendments Page 5 – 2014 - 2015 UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES School for Arts and Humanities School for Natural and Applied Sciences School for Social Sciences SCHOOL OF BUSINESS SCHOOL FOR EDUCATION HAUPTMANN SCHOOL OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS INTERNATIONAL CENTER FOR MUSIC PARK DISTANCE LEARNING 8700 N.W. River Park Drive Parkville, MO 64152-3795 (816) 741-2000 (800) 745-PARK www.park.edu The information contained in this Park University undergraduate catalog may be modified at any time at the University’s discretion when deemed necessary or desirable to better carry out the University’s purposes and objectives. This catalog contains informational material only. Neither the provisions of this catalog, nor the acceptance of students through registration and enrollment in the University, constitute a contract or an offer to enter into a contract. Fees, deadlines, academic requirements, courses, degree programs, academic policies, and other information in this catalog may be changed without notice. The catalog can be found at www.park.edu/catalog. Certified true and correct as to content and policy. Michael H. Droge, Ph.D. President, Park University 1 LETTER FROM