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Concordia University Chicago Graduate Catalog 2012–2013 7400 Augusta Street • River Forest, IL 60305-1499 [email protected] www.CUChicago.edu/admission Welcome to Concordia! Concordia University Chicago was founded in 1864 in Addison, Illinois, and was relocated to the Village of River Forest in 1913. Concordia has grown in many ways through the years and now has a student body of approximately 1,300 undergraduate and 3,800 graduate students. The original purpose of the University was exclusively for the preparation of teachers for Lutheran elementary schools throughout the country. That goal is now much expanded. Over 4,000 Page Table of Contents masters degrees have been awarded since the graduate program was started in 1957 with 74 3 Welcome students. Today the program offers 24 options, of which 11 are designed primarily for educators, 4 Telephone/Contact Numbers including a doctoral program. Other graduate programs include church music, religion, 5 2012-2013 Academic Calendar gerontology, psychology, community counseling and human services. 6 Programs and Accreditation Graduate study at Concordia-Chicago is designed to build upon competencies developed through 7 Mission Statement the successful completion of a baccalaureate degree program. Participation in the graduate program 9 General Concordia Information will build on this foundation to extend both knowledge and intellectual maturity. Graduate study is 10 Concordia University Chicago Honor Code a goal-structured program providing opportunity for concentrated study. It also provides a closer 11 Graduate Admission working relationship with faculty, creative thinking, and more intensive library research. As 15 Graduate Fees graduate students study side by side with other graduate students, there is an added dimension of 21 Academic Information greater depth and breadth of learning, often supplemented by the varied experiences drawn from 29 Graduate Student Services individual daily responsibilities. 31 Post-Baccalaureate Programs 32 Master of Arts Degree Programs Owned and operated by The Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod and a member institution of 43 Master of Arts in Teaching Degree Programs the Concordia University System (CUS), Concordia University Chicago aims to integrate the 47 Master of Business Administration Program academic disciplines with this spiritual philosophy in order to build a strong set of values for the 49 Master of Church Music Program solution of the problems of today and tomorrow. 50 Post-Masters Programs Concordia continues the dedication it has had for 140 years; to give you the finest preparation 55 Doctoral Programs possible for the realities of life; the discipline and Christian commitment that will produce 62 Online Programs leadership and responsibility in society; the zeal and motivation for continued growth and learning 65 Course Descriptions that will last a life time. We look forward to the opportunity to share that experience with you. 92 Campus Map 96 The Graduate Faculty 98 Emeriti Faculty 100 Degrees Conferred 106 Legal Notices 108 Administrative Personnel John F. Johnson President, Concordia University Chicago 2 2011–2012 Undergraduate Catalog CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO 2011–2012 Undergraduate Catalog CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO 3 Information Information Graduate Academic Calendar* Summer Term 2012 May 7, 2012–July 27, 2013 Memorial Day–No classes May 28, 2012 Independence Day–No classes July 4, 2012 Graduation Date–No ceremony July 28, 2012 University Contact Information Incomplete removal deadline September 7, 2012 Main Switchboard Commuter Services Fall Term 2012 August 27, 2012–December 14, 2012 708-771-8300 708-209-3475 Opening Service August 26, 2012 Admission: Graduate Correspondence Courses Labor Day Holiday September 3, 2012 708-209-4093 708-209-3024 Census Date September 21, 2012 877-CUChicago Thanksgiving Holiday November 21–25, 2012 [email protected] Learning Assistance Intent to Graduate Deadline December 1, 2012 for May graduation 708-209-3042 Commencement ceremonies December 15, 2012 Admission: Undergraduate Multicultural Affairs 800-285-2668 708-209-3042 Spring Term 2013 January 21, 2013–May 17, 2013 708-209-3100 Census Date February 1, 2013 Intent to Graduation Deadline April 1, 2013 For August Graduation Accelerated Degree Registrar’s Office Commencement ceremonies May 18, 2013 Completion Program for Adults 708-209-3165 708-209-3535 866-4MY-DEGREE Summer Term 2013 May 6, 2013–July 26, 2013 Memorial Day–No classes May 27, 2013 Alumni Relations Residence Life/Housing 888-258-6773 708-209-3248 Independence Day–No classes July 4, 2013 Graduation Date–No ceremony July 27, 2013 Career Planning/Placement Student Business Services Incomplete removal deadline 708-209-3033 708-209-3241 (traditional) September 6, 2013 Incomplete removal deadline Colloquy Program Transcripts (online students) October 4, 2013 708-209-3568 708-209-3165 * For specific registration and refund dates, see the online academic calendar. 4 2012–2013 Graduate Catalog CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO 2012–2013 Graduate Catalog CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO 5 Accreditation North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (HLC-NCACS) National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) Academic Affiliates Council of Graduate Schools American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education Associated Colleges of the Chicago Area Association for Gerontology in Higher Education Federation of Independent Illinois Colleges and Universities National Association for Education of Young Children The Chicago Consortium of Colleges and Universities Degrees Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Music Education Bachelor of Science Master of Arts Mission Statement Master of Business Administration Mission Master of Arts in Teaching As a distinctive, comprehensive university of The Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod, centered in the Master of Church Music Gospel of Jesus Christ, and based in the liberal arts, Concordia University Chicago equips men and Doctor of Education women to serve and lead with integrity, creativity, competence, and compassion in a diverse, interconnected, and increasingly urbanized church and world. Undergraduate Colleges Vision College of Arts and Sciences Concordia University Chicago is the university of choice for those seeking a Christian institution College of Business in the Midwest which provides a broad, liberal arts based undergraduate education, as well as College of Education graduate and professional programs in areas of demonstrated competence, which serve a particular need of society and advance the mission of the Church. Graduate Programs Post Master’s Programs Core Values Business Administration Certificates We at Concordia University Chicago embrace these Core Values as essential to living together in a Christian Education Church/Not-for-Profit Management vibrant and influential Christian academic community and as productive citizens of the Church Church Music Educational Technology and world. Community Counseling Gerontology Curriculum and Instruction Ill. Type 73 - School Counselor @ Christian Faith Early Childhood Education Ill. Type 75 - General The Christian faith is an integral part of our community. Gerontology Administration @ The Individual Human Services As a member of God’s creation each person is unique and is blessed Human Services/Administration Doctor of Education with inherent worth. Human Services/Exercise Science Early Childhood Education MAT in Early Childhood Education @ Excellence Leadership MAT in Elementary Education We strive for excellence in who we are and what we do. Leadership: Sports Management MAT in Secondary Education School Leadership @ Integrity Music Teacher Leadership Our community demonstrates the accord between our beliefs Psychology and practices. Reading Instruction @ Religion Service School Counseling Recognizing and addressing the needs of others is a response School Leadership to God’s love for us and a reflection of God’s love for them. 6 2012–2013 Graduate Catalog CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO 2012–2013 Graduate Catalog CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO 7 General Concordia Information Concordia University Chicago was founded in Addison, Illinois, in areas and the surrounding suburbs increases students’ awareness 1864. In 1913 the campus of Concordia was relocated to its and ability to respond as responsible citizens in our world. current beautiful 40-acre site in River Forest, Illinois. The mission of Concordia University Chicago is ultimately achieved in the lives of students. With a student body representing The College of Education The original mission of Concordia-Chicago was to prepare more than 30 different states and seven foreign countries, educators for Lutheran elementary schools across the country. Concordia’s students come with an array of experiences and Today that strong tradition continues and has been expanded to perspectives. In each college, quality faculty and staff work to include preparation for public school teachers. Accreditation by challenge a student body of approximately 1,300 undergraduate the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education students and more than 3,800 graduate students. The low and approval of all education programs from the State of Illinois student-teacher ratio allows for smaller class sizes, creating a highlight and recognize the excellence of the undergraduate and genuine,