2015–2016 Academic Catalog
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2015–2016 ACADEMIC CATALOG QUINCY, ILLINOIS POLICY CHANGES AND DISCLAIMER The provisions of this bulletin are not an irrevocable contract between the University and the student. The University reserves the right, in its sole discre- tion and judgment, to make changes of any nature in the University academic program, courses, schedule or calendar which would include the elimination and/or modification of programs, departments, degree offerings, as well as the rescheduling of classes, with or without extending the announced academic term, the cancellation of scheduled classes, or other academic activities. Payment of tuition or attendance at any classes shall constitute a student’s acceptance of the University’s rights set forth herein and the University’s right to change any provision or requirements set out in the catalog at any time. The official University academic catalog can be found online at www.quincy.edu. The University reserves the right to withdraw a student for cause at any time. GRAMM-LEACH-BLILEY ACT Quincy University has enacted a comprehensive information security program mandated by the Federal Trade Commission’s Safeguards Rule and the Gramm- Leach-Bliley Act. The Director of Human Resources is designated as the Program Officer responsible for coordinating and overseeing the Program. A detailed description of the program is available in the Office of Human Resources. NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY Quincy University is committed to providing equal opportunity to all qualified individuals in its employment and personnel practices and its admission, education programs and activities, and treatment of students. It does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, age, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or political persuasion. Any grievances pertaining to discrimination should be directed to the Director of Human Resources. FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT, 1974 In accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (34 C.F.R. Part 99, as amended), Quincy University permits students access to their educational records. According to this law, parents as defined in the Internal Revenue Service code of 1954, Section 152, also are granted access to their dependent’s records. Please refer to the Student Handbook for a more detailed explanation of University procedures. In addition, Section 510 of the Veterans’ Education and Employment Act of 1976 (P. L. 94-502) provides that records and accounts of veterans and other students shall be available for examination by government representatives. 2015-2016 ACADEMIC CATALOG A Catholic Franciscan University founded by the Franciscan Friars of the Sacred Heart Province 1800 College Avenue Quincy, Illinois 62301-2699 217.228.5432 (automated) 217.222.8020 www.quincy.edu GENERAL INFORMATION Table of Contents Academic Calendar 2015-2016 ..................3 Management Information Systems ........125 Mission And History ..................................4 Mathematics ............................................126 Accreditation And Memberships ..............5 Music ........................................................129 General Information ..................................5 Nursing ...................................................133 Undergraduate Academic Policies Philosophy and Ethics .............................140 And Procedures ..........................................7 Physical Education ...................................142 Bonaventure Program ...................................7 Physics ......................................................146 General Requirements For UG Degrees ........8 Political Science .......................................147 Registration ..................................................11 Pre-Professional Programs Evaluation/Grading ......................................13 Pre-Actuarial Science ...........................153 Academic Honors .........................................17 Pre-Law .................................................154 Academic Standing ......................................18 Pre-Medical Sciences ............................155 Special Credit Opportunities .......................19 Pre-Physical Therapy ......................55, 104 Special Study Opportunities ........................21 Psychological Studies ..............................156 Academic Support Services .....................26 Psychology ...............................................157 Undergraduate Admission ......................27 Science .....................................................161 Financial Policies ......................................32 Sociology .................................................162 Undergraduate Financial Aid ..................36 Special Education ....................................163 Student Life ..............................................40 Sport Management .................................166 Curricula And Courses .............................43 Theatre ....................................................168 Undergraduate Programs & Courses ..........44 Theology ..................................................170 Art ..............................................................45 University Courses ...................................174 Aviation .....................................................50 Academic Success Skills ........................174 Biology .......................................................54 Career Planning ....................................174 Business ......................................................59 Early Exploratory Internships ..............174 Chemistry and Forensic Science ................66 Quincy University Connection .............174 Church Music .............................................69 Honors Thesis .......................................174 Clinical Laboratory Science .......................70 Senior-Year Experience ........................174 Communication .........................................72 Web Development and Design ..............176 Communication And Music Production ...77 Women’s And Gender Studies ................177 Computer Science .....................................78 Professional Studies (PS) .........................178 Criminal Justice .........................................81 Business Administration ......................180 Digital Forensics ........................................84 Elementary Education ..........................182 Economics ..................................................85 Human Services ....................................182 Education ...................................................86 MBA Pathway .......................................184 Education–Bilingual and ELL ....................92 Graduate Programs .................................185 Education Studies ......................................94 Graduate Policies .................................186 Elementary Education ...............................95 Master of Arts in Communication .......194 English .......................................................98 Master of Business Administration .....198 Entrepreneurship ....................................103 Master of Science in Education ...........203 Exercise Science .......................................104 Chicago Education Programs ..............214 Forensic Psychology ................................105 Master of Science in Education General Studies .......................................106 in Counseling & College Health Services ........................................107 Student Personnel ................................215 History ......................................................109 Directories ..............................................223 Humanities .............................................114 Board of Trustees .......................................223 Human Services .......................................116 Faculty & Professional Staff .......................225 Interpreter Training Index ......................................................236 and American Sign Language ............119 Campus Map ...........................................239 Languages ...............................................122 2 2015-2016 Academic Catalog • Quincy University ACADEMIC CALENDAR Academic Calendar 2015-2016 Fall Semester 2015 Aug. 14 Friday .............. Residence Halls open for new students. Aug. 14-17 Fri.-Mon. ......... New Student Orientation and Testing. Aug. 16 Sunday ............ Residence Halls open for returning students. Aug. 17 Monday .......... Faculty/Student Conference Day. Classes begin at 5:00 p.m. including Fall MBA. Aug. 25 Tuesday ........... Late Registration and Add/Drop Period ends at 5:00 p.m., including A Session. Aug. 26 Wednesday ..... Courses dropped beginning this date receive a grade of “W.” Sept. 7 Monday .......... Labor Day. No Classes. Sept. 15 Tuesday ........... Last day to add internship/practicum/independent study courses. Sept. 18 Friday .............. Last day to withdraw from A Session courses (by 4:30 p.m.). Sept. 28 - Oct. 2 Mon.-Fri. ......... Franciscan Heritage Week (classes in session). Oct. 1 Thursday ......... Day of Service Oct. 8-9 Thurs. - Fri. ..... No classes except Professional Studies/MBA. Oct. 9 Friday .............. Last day of A Session courses. Oct. 12 Monday .......... First day of B Session classes. Midterm grades due at 4:00 p.m. Oct. 19 Monday .......... Last day to add/drop B Session courses. Classes