2008-09 Undergraduate Catalog
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$"5"-0( 5)& 0/& )6/%3&% "/% 4&7&/5:&*()5) :&"3 The University of North Alabama is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097: Telephone Number 404-679-4501) to award bachelor’s, master’s and education specialist degrees. Y Y Y !!0#"'2#" 7 Y Y Y The Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Industrial Hygiene are accredited by the Applied Science Accreditation Commission (ASAC) of ABET, Inc. 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202 (410) 347-7700 Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs The College of Education at the University of North Alabama is accredited with conditions* by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), 2010 Massachusetts NW, Suite 500, Washington, D.C. 20036; Telephone (202) 466-7496. This accreditation covers institutions’ initial teacher preparation and advanced educator preparation programs. Commission on English Language Program Accreditation The Council on Social Work Education (Baccalaureate) The National Association of Schools of Music The National Association of Schools of Art and Design Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education One Dupont Circle NW, Suite 530, Washington, DC 20036 Y Y Y !#02'$'#" 7 Y Y Y The American Chemical Society Y Y Y #,"-01#" 7 Y Y Y National Kitchen and Bath Association Y Y Y "#1'%,2#" 1 Y Y Y A Literary Landmark by the Friends of Libraries USA * NCATE accreditation with conditions does not affect the current accredited status of the professional education unit. 4IF 6! OAOMN An Invitation The University of North Alabama cordially invites prospective students, parents, and other interested persons individually or in groups to visit the university campus. Guided tours are available daily Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. during the fall and spring semesters. Tours are not available during holiday weekends, recess periods, summer terms, or between terms. To schedule a campus tour, contact the Office of Admission, University of North Alabama, Florence, Alabama 35632-0001. Telephone: Area Code 256-765-4608. This catalog is the official announcement of the facilities, programs, requirements, and regulations of the University, and students enrolling in the University are subject to the provisions stated therein. Statements regarding fees and other charges, courses, when courses are offered, requirements, and other conditions are subject to change without advance notice. The University reserves the right to cancel any class or section in which fewer than ten students are enrolled. NONDISCRIMINATION POLICIES It is the policy of the University of North Alabama to afford equal oppor- tunities in education and in employment to qualified persons regardless of age, color, creed, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex, in accor- dance with all laws, including Title IX of Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1991, and Executive Order 11246. The coordinator for non-discrimination policies for students is Irons Law Firm, 219 N. Court Street, Florence, AL, 35630. The coordinator for employees is the Director of Human Resources and Affirmative Action, Room 222, Bibb Graves Hall or telephone 256-765-4291. TABLE OF CONTENTS Page UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC CALENDAR ...........................................................5 DESCRIPTION OF THE UNIVERSITY............................................................7 Mission and Vision........................................................................................7 University Values ..........................................................................................7 University Goals............................................................................................7 History and Location.....................................................................................8 Literary Landmark.........................................................................................8 Organization .................................................................................................8 Academic Functions and Programs..............................................................9 Special Programs .......................................................................................11 Libraries ......................................................................................................15 Alumni Relations.........................................................................................16 The University of North Alabama Foundation ............................................16 Students with Disabilities............................................................................16 Academic Freedom and Responsibility ......................................................16 Student Right-to-Know................................................................................16 ADMISSION TO THE UNIVERSITY...............................................................17 Policy of Nondiscrimination.........................................................................17 Procedures for Admission...........................................................................17 Requirements for Admission.......................................................................19 Admission to Graduate Studies ..................................................................24 Advanced Standing Credit..........................................................................24 EXPENSES ....................................................................................................31 Estimated Expenses ...................................................................................31 Summary of Estimated Tuition and Fees....................................................31 Housing Application Fee and Apartment Deposit.......................................36 Refunds ......................................................................................................36 Financial Hold .............................................................................................37 Monthly Payment Options for Students and Families ................................37 STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICES ...............................................................38 STUDENT AFFAIRS ......................................................................................40 Objectives ...................................................................................................40 Student Services ........................................................................................40 Student Expectations, Grievance and Disciplinary Processes...................42 ACADEMIC PROCEDURES AND REQUIREMENTS ...................................43 Registration.................................................................................................43 Basic Programs of Study ............................................................................44 General Education Component ..................................................................44 Graduation Requirements...........................................................................47 Scholastic Standards ..................................................................................49 Second Chance Provision ..........................................................................51 Repetition of Courses .................................................................................52 General Regulations ...................................................................................53 Classification, Grading System, Credits, Honors........................................56 COLLEGES AND PROGRAMS .....................................................................59 College of Arts and Sciences .....................................................................59 College of Business..................................................................................143 College of Education ................................................................................152 College of Nursing and Allied Health........................................................183 Graduate Studies......................................................................................191 COURSES OF INSTRUCTION ....................................................................192 ADMINISTRATION, FACULTY, AND STAFF................................................307 INDEX ..........................................................................................................329 MAP OF THE UNIVERSITY.................................................(inside back cover) 4 Calendar 2008 JANUARY APRIL JULY OCTOBER S MTWTFS1 234 5 S MTWTFS1 234 5 S MTWTFS1 2345 S MTWTFS1 234 678910 11 12 678910 11 12 678910 11 12 5678910 11 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 27 28 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