Graduate Catalog 2008-2009
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Graduate Catalog 2008-2009 www.desu.edu Published by Delaware State University School of Graduate Studies and Research Dover, Delaware 19901 302-857-6800 Delaware State University is an Equal Educational and Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. The provisions of this publication are not being regarded as an irrevocable contract between the student and Delaware State University. The University reserves the right to revise any provision or regulation at any time within the student’s term of enrollment, if it is deemed advisable. Advance notice of any changes is given whenever possible. The University reserves the right to refuse admission or to revoke admission to any applicant. 1 ACCREDITATIONS AND INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIPS Delaware State University, chartered by the State of Delaware, is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools to award degrees at the baccalaureate and masters levels. Credits earned at Delaware State University are accepted by other accredited institutions of higher education throughout the country for transfer credit, graduate study, and professional placement and employment opportunities. The University also holds full membership in and/or accreditation from the following state, regional, and national educational or professional organizations: College/University Accreditations American Association for Higher Education (AAHE) American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC & U) Association of Governing Boards (AGB) The College Board Council for Higher Education Accreditation Council for Undergraduate Research (CUR) International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) C International Association of University Presidents North American Council Middle States Association of Colleges & Schools, Inc. Council of 1890 Presidents/Chancellors National Association for Equal Opportunity in Higher Education (NAFEO) National Association of State Universities and Land Grant Colleges (NASULGC) Airway Science Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Chemistry American Chemical Society (Chemistry) Education American Association of Colleges of Teacher Education (AACTE) American Council on Education (ACE) Delaware State Department of Education (Teacher Education Program) National Association for State Directors of Teachers Education & Certification (NASDTEC) National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) Family and Consumer Sciences Accreditation on Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration (ACPHA) American Dietetic Association (Dietetics) Management Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) Nursing Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) National League for Nursing (NLNAC) 2 Social Work Council on Social Work Education (Social Work) Inter-Collegiate Athletic Organizations Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) 3 4 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS Campus Directory…………………………………………………………………………….…….3 Correspondence…………………………………………………………………………………….7 A Message from the President………………………………………………………………………8 Academic Calendars…………………………….…………………………….……………………9 Delaware State University Mission……………………………………………………………………………………..12 Vision………………………………………………………………………………………12 Basic Philosophy and Values………………………………………………………………..13 History………………………………………………………………………………………13 The Setting – Campus and Facilities……………………………………………………….14 Board of Trustees…………………………………………………………………………..17 School of Graduate Studies and Research Mission Statement…………………………….………18 The Degree Programs of the Graduate School…………………………………………….……….19 Policies of the Graduate School………………………………………………………….…….….21 Application Policies, Deadline and Procedures Educational and Living Expenses…………………………………………………….……………36 Financial Aid Regulations…………………………………………………………….……………42 In-State Status Regulations…………………………………………………………….…..……..44 Graduate Programs & Course Descriptions……………………………………………..…….….46 Administrative Offices…………………………………………………………………………..261 Faculty Listing…………………………………………………………………………………..293 _________________________________________________________________________________ Students at Delaware State University are responsible for knowing and complying with all requirements for their respective degrees as well as the policies and procedures governing graduate study as outlined in this document, the Delaware State University Student Handbook, the specific graduate program handbook. Delaware State University reserves the right to make changes in the course offerings, degree requirements, charges and regulations, and procedures contained herein as educational and financial considerations require, subject to and consistent with established procedures and authorizations for making such changes. 6 CORRESPONDENCE Please address all inquiries and correspondence concerning applications and admission to the School of Graduate Studies and Research, Delaware State University, 1200 N. DuPont Highway, Dover, Delaware 19901-2277; telephone (302) 857-6800; FAX (302) 857-6503. Address requests for summer school sessions and transcripts from Delaware State University to the Registrar, Delaware State University, 1200 N. DuPont Highway, Dover, Delaware 19901-2277; telephone (302) 857- 6375; FAX (302) 857-6379. Address requests for Adult and Continuing Education information to the Office of the Adult and Continuing Education Delaware State University, 1200 N. DuPont Highway, Dover, Delaware 19901-2277; telephone (302) 857-6820; FAX (302) 857-6823. The Graduate Catalog will be produced biennially by the School of Graduate Studies and Research and the Office of the Registrar. The information in the Graduate Catalog was compiled by Dr. Michael Casson, Dean, School of Graduate Studies and Research, Mrs. Katherine Arlotta-Luke, and Ms. Nikeia Thompson. 7 Message from the President As a former member of the Board of Trustees of Delaware State University for the previous twenty-one (21) years and now as the acting president, I know the commitment of the faculty and staff of this University to our students. The students who matriculate at Delaware State University are our primary concern and resource – adding value to this institution. It is therefore, our primary goal to educate and fully prepare DSU students for the workforce and beyond. Delaware State University affords its students a tremendous opportunity to excel academically, athletically, and socially, with the number of available resources it provides. The faculty is extremely dedicated and is committed to ensuring the best exposure for learning in the classroom through research; an athletic program which has claimed numerous conference championships within the sports; enhancements to the campus infrastructure and its facilities that will add a new state-of-the-art Wellness Center and Student Union, which will enhance the health and well-being of our students as well as the citizens of the community, are just a few examples of our accomplishments. While studying at Delaware State University, you will experience campus life and discover all that DSU has to offer. You hold the key to your future. The opportunity to compete in a global society is yours to maximize. Thus, how you take advantage of the education you acquire and the opportunities and benefits it will afford you in the future, is your decision. Please take full advantage of this catalog, which is the first step in preparing your roadmap. It will guide you through your educational journey and aid you with the admissions process, course selections, and on to graduation. Use it wisely and it will lead the way. Welcome to Delaware State University and to your “passport to life.” 8 ACADEMIC CALENDAR FALL 2008 SEMESTER August 20 (Wednesday)................................................................. Residence Halls Open for orientation #4 only August 20-22 (Wednesday- Friday)........................................................................(New Student Orientation #4) August 20 (Wednesday)................................................................ Registration for New & Readmitted Students August 22 (Friday)……………..............................................……….Check-in for all Remaining New Students August 22-25 (Friday-Monday)……………………………………………………..……………Welcome Days August 25(Monday) ...........................................................................................Check-in for Returning students August 25 (Monday) .................................................................................... Registration for Returning Students August 25 (Monday) ...................................................................................................... Faculty & Staff Institute August 25 (Monday) ……………………………………………………Last Day to Mail-In or Fax Registration August 26 (Tuesday) ......................................................................Changes in Class Schedule Begin (Drop/Add) August 26 (Tuesday) ........................................................................................................................Classes Begin August 26 (Tuesday) .......................................................................................................Late Registration Begins September 1 (Monday) ............................................................................. Labor Day Recess (University Closed)