Washburn University Graduate Catalog 2015-2016 Non Nobis Solum
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Washburn University Graduate Catalog 2015-2016 Non Nobis Solum Not For Ourselves Alone WASHBURN UNIVERSITY GRADUATE CATALOG 2015-2016 Washburn University Statement of Affiliation Status Higher Learning Commission, North Central Association 1700 SW College Ave Topeka, Kansas 66621 Phone: (785) 670-1010 Toll Free (Outside Topeka): (800) 332-0291 TDD: (785) 670-1025 www.washburn.edu 2 THE 150TH LOGO Washburn is celebrating 150 years of providing an education to all people, regardless of ethnicity, gender or income. Founded in 1865, Washburn has a rich history with an ideal of providing an education to those who sought to improve themselves and the world around them, a vision which continues to endure today. The founding principles of the University are best expressed in Washburn’s motto, non nobis solum or “Not for ourselves alone.” This is the core of our past and the foundation for future success. PURPOSE OF THIS PUBLICATION This catalog is intended as a description of the educational program and activities offered by Washburn University. Washburn University makes no representations that following a particular course curriculum outlined in the catalog will result in specific achievement, employment or qualification for employment, admission to degree programs, or licensing for particular professions or occupations. This catalog is explanatory in nature and is not a contract between the student and Washburn University. Washburn University reserves the right to withdraw courses at any time, change the fees, change the rules and calendar regulating admission and graduation requirements, and change any other regulations affecting the student body. Changes shall become effective whenever the proper authorities so determine and shall apply not only to prospective students but also to those who at the time are matriculated in the university. Information in this catalog is correct according to information available to the Washburn University administration at the time of publication . It is understood that the ultimate responsibility for complying with degree requirements rests with the student. STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITY The University does not assume responsibility for injury or property loss, or damage sustained by persons on or off the University’s premises. Incidents of injury or property damage which could result in claims should be reported to the police immediately. CLASS CANCEllations/CHANGES IN SCHEDULES In the event of unforeseen circumstances, Washburn University reserves the right to cancel courses or change meeting times, classroom assignments, or instructors. notE: We are interested in knowing any improvements to this catalog the readers believe to be appropriate. We accept suggestions in writing and incorporate them in future editions when possible. Appreciation is extended to Dr. Nancy Tate and Joan Bayens for their assistance in producing the catalog. 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Office of Student Life . .29 Purpose of This Publication. 3 Career Services . .29 Statement of Responsibility . 3 Multicultural Affairs . 29 Class cancellations/changes in schedules . .3 Student Health and Counseling Services . 30 General Information . .6 Washburn Student Government Association(WSGA) 30 Vision, Mission, Values .. .6 Honorary Organizations . .30 Equal Educational and Employment Opportunity ...6 Student Recreation and Wellness Center . .31 Sexual Harassment and Harassment Policy . .7 Student Services . .31 Legal Implications. .7 Veterans Services.. .31 Informal Complaint Procedure. 8 International Student Services . 31 Formal Complaint Procedure. 9 Office of Academic Outreach. .32 History of the University . 9 Information Technology Services . .32 University Assessment . .10 Graduate Programs. .33 University Accreditation . .10 Graduate Admission Procedures. .33 Open Meetings and Records . .11 College of Arts and Sciences . 33 Campus & Facilities . .11 Master of Education. .33 Special Facilities. .11 Master of Liberal Studies. .45 Student Records Policy . .14 Master of Arts Psychology. 49 Student Access to Records. 14 School of Applied Studies. .53 Admissions . 17 Master of Criminal Justice . 53 Advance Registration . 17 Master of Health Sciences. 56 Open Registration. .17 Post Graduate Certificat in Health Care Educ. ...59 Residency Policy . .17 Master of Arts Human Services. 59 Tuition and Fees . .19 Master of Social Work. .66 Financial Obligations . 19 Dual Degree JD/MSW. .70 Tuition . 19 School of Business. .76 Academic Status . 20 Master of Accountancy. .76 Categories of Charges . .20 Dual Degree JD/MAcc. .79 Fees . .20 Master of Business Administration. .81 Miscellaneous Charges . .20 Dual Degree JD/MBA. 85 Fines/Other University Financial Obligations. .21 School of Law. .89 Liability for Institutional Charges . ..21 Juris Doctor. 89 Refunds . .21 Legal, Analysis, Research &Writing Program. .90 Financial Aid . .22 Centers of, School of Law. .91 Academic Policies . .22 Business and Transactional Law Attendance. .22 Children & Family Law Student Conduct. 22 Excellence in Advocacy Academic Impropriety Policy. 23 Law and Government Official E-Mail Address. .23 Oil and Gas Law Withdrawals. .23 International and Comparative Law Medical Withdrawal. .23 L.L.M in Global Legal Studies. 91 Military Withdrawal . .24 Master of Studies in Law . .92 Transcript . .24 School of Nursing . .94 Grading System. .25 Doctor of Nursing Practice. 94 Incomplete Grades. 25 Master of Science in Nursing. 103 Grade Appeal Procedure . .26 Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Pract. Certificate 102 Degrees . .27 Officers of the University. 109 Degree Conferment. .27 Board of Regents. 109 Application for Graduation. .28 Washburn Alumni Assoc. Officers and Directors 109 Degree Audit. .28 General Faculty . 110 Diplomas . 29 Faculty Emeriti . 121 Index . 125 4 WElcomE to GRADuatE EDucation at WASHBURN UNIVErsity Washburn University is a publicly funded, independently governed university that offers twelve master’s degree programs, the Juris Doctorate (JD) degree, the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree, and three dual-enrollment graduate degree programs (the JD-MBA, JD-MAcc and the JD- MSW). Washburn University’s professional and practical graduate programs help students transform both their careers and communities. Students benefit from excellent facilities, small classes, and highly qualified faculty who take a personal interest in them. The programs provide essential research and other skills with a focus on career advancement. According to the U.S. Department of Labor the median weekly earnings of people with a graduate degree were 16% - 36% higher than those who only had a bachelor’s degree as of 2013. Depending on the program, you can enroll part-time or full-time, and some programs are offered in the evening or online. We invite you to learn more about the graduate degree programs described in the Washburn University Graduate Catalog, or by visiting the website at the address below. Sincerely, Tim Peterson, Ph.D. Dean of the Office of Graduate Programs and Academic Outreach www.washburn.edu/gradprograms 5 GRADuatE programs leading to becoming productive and responsible citizens. We are committed to excellence in teaching, scholarly Website: www.washburn.edu/gradprograms work, quality academic and professional programs, and high levels of faculty-student interaction. We develop Washburn University offers twelve different master’s and engage in relationships to enhance educational degree programs, two doctoral programs, and two experiences and our community. graduate dual degree programs (the JD-MBA, JD-MAcc and JD-MSW). The Office of Graduate Programs and Academic CORE VALUES OF THE UNIVERSITY Outreach, an administrative unit within the Academic Core values guide decision making and provide the Affairs Office, works with the Office of Strategic Analysis foundation for directing our efforts, resources, and and Reporting to provide appropriate data regarding conduct. In fulfilling the mission, the faculty, staff, graduate programs, responds to requests for information, administration, and students are committed to the and assumes those administrative duties deemed following core values of Washburn University: appropriate by the departments/areas with graduate Integrity: acting in an honest, fair, and ethical manner programs and by the Graduate Council. creating a culture of trust evident in all University activities The College of Arts and Sciences offers three graduate and decision making. degree programs including the Master of Education with Excellence: serving our scholarly community by multiple specializations, the Master of Liberal Studies, delivering consistently high-quality programs, teaching, and the Master of Arts in Psychology with an emphasis in service, and scholarship. Clinical Skills. Accountability: being held responsible for academic, The School of Applied Studies offers four graduate programmatic, and fiscal integrity and value while degree programs including the Master of Criminal Justice, prudently managing the resources entrusted to the the Master of Health Science in Health Care Education, the University. Master of Human Services in Addictions Counseling, and Respect: embracing diversity and treating others the Master of Social Work. Also offered is a dual JD/MSW collegially with civility, openness, and professionalism in all degree program. interactions, activities, and decision making. The School of Business offers two graduate degree Collaboration: working toward common goals with programs including the Master of Accountancy and