ANTIOCH UNIVERSITY MIDWEST ACADEMIC CATALOG 2010 - 2011 Imagine. Prepare. Realize. Antioch University Midwest 2010-2011 Catalog 900 Dayton Street Yellow Springs, Ohio 45387 937-769-1800 http://midwest.antioch.edu 1 2010-11 Catalog The Antioch University Midwest Catalog is published by the Student Services Division. We make every effort to provide accurate and up-to- date information; however AUM reserves the right to change, without notice, statements in the catalog concerning policies, fees, curricula, course offerings and other matters. As a matter of policy, and in accordance with the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972 and other state and federal Michael Fishbein, Ph.D. laws, Antioch University Midwest does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, President, Antioch University Midwest national origin, religion, handicap, age, sexual preference or marital status in recruiting and When you opened this catalog, you took the next admitting students, awarding financial aid, step on a journey of self-discovery and aspiration. recruiting and hiring faculty and staff, or This catalog, and the people and programs it operating any of its programs and activities. represents, is your gateway. Antioch University Midwest is an integral part of Antioch University Midwest is a community of Antioch University, which is accredited by the teachers and learners dedicated to the idea that your Commission on Institutions of Higher Education journey matters to us all. As a citizen, as a of the North Central Association (NCA) of professional, as a member of your family and Colleges and Schools, 30 North LaSalle Street, community, the decisions you make, the choices you Suite 2400, Chicago, Illinois, 60602-2502, 312- elect, affect the course of many lives. Knowing that, 263-0456, www.nchahigherlearningcomission.org. AUM faculty and staff work to ensure that you Additionally, Antioch University Midwest’s School develop habits of critical intelligence and ability, a of Education licensure programs for teachers sense of justice and professional acumen, a desire to and principals are approved by the Ohio State leave the world better than you found it and the tools Department of Education and have received to make that happen on a scale of your choosing. accreditation by NCATE: National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education. NCATE AUM was designed specifically for you. Unlike many accreditation is a mark of distinction, and other colleges and universities our entire life has provides recognition that the college of education been about adult students who seek an adult has met national professional standards for the education while balancing the burden of adult preparation of teachers and other educators. obligations. You will learn by theory and by practice. Our system of narrative evaluation gives you a Antioch University’s credentials also include detailed and personal picture of success and federal government recognition of eligibility for challenge. Our faculty understands the needs of various forms of federal assistance, grants, and adult learners and our programs are designed to contracts, including the eligibility of Antioch adapt to your journey. students for federal financial aid and veteran’s benefits. The University is in compliance with Your journey has begun. We are proud that you appropriate federal laws and regulations have elected to make it with us. concerning civil rights, affirmative action, tax exemption, and eligibility for foundation support. Cordially, If you have questions or comments regarding this publication, please direct them to Antioch Michael Fishbein University Midwest, Student Services Division, President 900 Dayton Street, Yellow Springs, Ohio 45387, 937-769-1818 or [email protected]. 2 ANTIOCH UNIVERSITY MCGREGOR IS NOW ANTIOCH UNIVERSITY MIDWEST Antioch University McGregor embarked on a strategic planning process in 2009 which led to a host of initiatives being developed and executed in 2010 and beyond. Among these initiatives is a keen focus on the University’s identity. Antioch University recognizes the global nature of the Antioch brand and seeks to better unify its five adult-focused campuses in four states across the U.S. Integral to this recognition has been a need to better align Antioch University McGregor’s name with the other campuses – which are all geographically based: Antioch University Los Angeles, New England, Santa Barbara, Seattle and, now, Midwest. More significant, though, is the opportunity to accurately claim our service to the needs of students in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois, and even across the nation thanks to our low-residency programs. Secondly, but just as important, is the role that each campus plays within the University structure. While all of Antioch University is structured around rigorous liberal arts education, each campus brings its own unique strengths to the University. The University’s Midwest campus has several outstanding programs including degrees and certificates in Education, world-class Conflict Analysis & Engagement programs, and undergraduate degree completion and masters programs. Our students' degrees have always been awarded by Antioch University whether the school was named the School for Adult and Experiential Learning, The McGregor School or Antioch University McGregor. They are among the very best our University could hope for and we continue to honor, support and celebrate their achievements. We are all Antiochians. 3 Student and Use of this Catalog Alumni Services The contents of this catalog have been written and pub- Division lished for the purpose of providing an overview of the pro- grams and policies at Antioch University Midwest. The Mon-Fri 8:30 am – 5:30 pm information contained is as current and complete as Sat. 7:30 am – 3:00 publication deadlines permit. Students are strongly pm encouraged to consult appropriate Midwest personnel or an advisor for changes that may modify or update the content of this catalog. Once prospective students have Other hours available identified the programs that interest them, they are by appointment encouraged to contact the Student Services Division to request more and detailed information about admission Admissions to a program. Phone: (937) 769-1818 Email: [email protected] The fees, programs and policies contained in this catalog are effective with the Summer 2010 quarter. Antioch Financial Aid University Midwest reserves the right to make changes without prior notice in policy, regulations, tuition and fees Phone (937) 769-1840 subsequent to the publication of this catalog. It is the student's responsibility to know and follow current Registrar requirements and procedures at the program and school Phone (937) 769- levels. Information in this catalog does not constitute an 1831 agreement between Antioch University Midwest and the student. Full descriptions of policies, procedures and Student Accounts program requirements may be found in the Student Phone (937) 769-1038 Services Division. Development and Alumni Services Phone (937) 769-1837 4 2010-2011 ACADEMIC CALENDAR CONTENTS Summer Quarter 2010 Mission, Purpose and Vision of Antioch University Midwest 6 May 22 Open registration begins June 19 Late registration begins Undergraduate Studies Program (B.A.) 7 ($50 late fee) July 6 Summer quarter begins Undergraduate Majors 10 July 18 2010 Annual Commencement Undergraduate Course Descriptions 18 Ceremony Sept 4-6 No classes (Labor Day) Graduate Programs 34 Sept 11 Summer quarter ends Conflict Analysis and Engagement (M.A) 34 Individualized Liberal & Prof. Studies (M.A.) 38 Management (M.A.) 41 Fall Quarter 2010 Teacher Licensure Programs & M.Ed. 44 Aug 21 Open registration begins Special Ed: Mild to Moderate 45 Sept 11 Late registration begins Special Ed: Moderate to Intensive 45 ($50 late fee) Early Childhood Education 46 Sept 18 Fall quarter begins Middle Childhood Education 46 Nov 25-28 No classes (Thanksgiving Holiday) Adolescent & Young Adult Education 47 Dec 11 Fall quarter ends Reading Licensure Endorsement 47 Dec 24-Jan 2 School closed (Winter Holiday) Gifted and Talented Endorsement 47 Early Childhood Generalist Endorsement 47 Winter Quarter 2011 Middle Childhood Generalist Endorsement 48 Nov 13 Open registration begins Alternative Education Licensure Program 48 Dec 11 Late registration begins Educational Leadership (M.Ed.) 48 ($50 late fee) Ohio Principal Licensure 50 Jan 3 Winter quarter begins Educational Leadership Seminar Series 51 Jan 17 No classes (Martin Luther King Graduate Course Descriptions 53 Day) Feb 21 No classes (President’s Day) Student and Alumni Services 77 Mar 19 Winter quarter ends Admissions 77 Disabled Student Services 80 Spring Quarter 2011 Registration 80 Mar 5 Open registration begins General Academic Policies 83 Mar 26 Late registration begins General Administrative Policies 92 ($50 late fee) Financial Aid 100 April 2 Spring quarter begins Student Accounts 101 May 28-30 No classes (Memorial Day) Development and Alumni Services 102 Jun 18 Spring quarter ends July 17 2011 Annual Commencement Faculty and Staff 104 Ceremony Antioch University Midwest Board of Trustees 107 Antioch University Board of Governors 107 5 MISSION OF ANTIOCH UNIVERSITY Antioch University is founded on principles of rigorous liberal arts education, innovative experiential learning and socially engaged citizenship. The multiple campuses of the University nurture in their students the knowledge, skills and habits of reflection to excel as lifelong