2014 2015 ACADEMIC CATALOG WWW.FRANKLINPIERCE.EDU FRANKLIN PIERCE UNIVERSITY 2 FRANKLIN PIERCE UNIVERSITY Comprehensive Table of Contents Message from the President ........................................................................................5 Institutional Overview .................................................................................................6 The College at Rindge: Table of Contents ..............................................................22 The College of Graduate & Professional Studies: Table of Contents .................255 University Directory ................................................................................................. 374 Board of Trustees ....................................................................................................389 Index – The College at Rindge ...............................................................................390 Index – The College of Graduate & Professional Studies ....................................393 Notice of Nondiscrimination Franklin Pierce University, in recognition of its obligation under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1984, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disability Act (A.D.A), and the Age Discrimination Act (ADEA), has established the following policy on non-discrimination: Franklin Pierce University does not discriminate on the basis of sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence in accordance with Title IX which requires that the University not discriminate in this manner), race, color, religion, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status or other legally protected classification in hiring, promotion and terms and conditions of employment and/ or administration of educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship or loan programs, athletic and other University administered programs and activities. Pursuant to Title IX, the following persons have been designated Compliance Coordinators to handle all inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies (including section 540/ADA): Ms. Janette Merideth Senior Compliance Coordinator Coordinator of Compliance for Faculty, Staff, and Vendor Matters Director of Human Resources DiGregorio Hall, First Floor (603) 899-4077 [email protected] 3 FRANKLIN PIERCE UNIVERSITY Dr. James Earle Coordinator of Compliance for Student Matters Vice President for Student Affairs Lloyd & Helen Ament Astmann ’69 Career Center (603) 899-4162 [email protected] In addition, for inquiries regarding the application of non-discrimination policies, people may also wish to contact: United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Boston Area Office 475 JFK Federal Bldg.-Government Center Boston, MA 02203-0506 Tel: (617) 565-3200 Fax: (617) 565-3196 Office of Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education J.W. McCormack Post Office and Courthouse Room 701, 01-0061 Boston, MA 02109-4557 Tel: (617) 223-9662 Fax: (617) 223-9662 TDD: (617) 223-9695 Processing of Complaints/Resolution: Upon receipt of a complaint of discrimination or other information which causes concern about possible discrimination, the University will promptly look into the situation and conduct an investigation as may be reasonable, and it will seek to address the matter promptly and take appropriate disciplinary and/or remedial action(s) if warranted. The University will conduct investigations discretely. Franklin Pierce University does not tolerate retaliation against persons who report incidents of discrimination (including sexual harassment or sexual violence, or other unlawful harassment), or against those who participate in investigations of discrimination. Any person who believes that they have been subject of retaliation should report the matter to one of the University’s three Compliance Coordinators. Title VI, VII, IX, ADEA, ADA/504 compliance coordinators shall coordinate University compliance with the above referenced complaints including identifying and addressing any patterns or systemic problems that arise during the review of such complaints. If it is determined that the Compliance Coordinator dealing with a specific case has a conflict of interest or is directly involved in a complaint, then the President of the University shall be called upon to assign another faculty or staff member to act as Interim Compliance Coordinator to handle the complaint. 4 FRANKLIN PIERCE UNIVERSITY Message from the President Greetings from the shores of Pearly Pond. Franklin Pierce University is an exciting place to teach and learn. Our small classes, faculty and staff who are committed to your academic success, and academic support services provide outstanding opportunities for students to explore and learn. Whether you are a first-time, full-time student enrolling in the College at Rindge or an adult learner returning for a new credential or re-training in our College of Graduate & Professional Studies, you will find that we offer academic programs that will help you accomplish your goals. Since 1962, Franklin Pierce has provided a high quality education so that our graduates can play leadership roles in a rapidly changing world. Indeed, our mission is to educate students to become Leaders of Conscience capable of making ethical decisions in their professional and personal lives that contribute to their professions and to the communities where they live. You can find successful Franklin Pierce graduates in the fields of health care, education, mass communication and business, among others, and living in communities around our region and the world. The foundation of our graduates’ success is rooted in the liberal arts curriculum we offer to expand their intellectual curiosity, and in the skill sets we help students to develop so that they are able to respond to changes in employment markets. Most importantly, Franklin Pierce graduates succeed because they are taught, mentored and guided by faculty who are focused upon student learning and who care about their students. A liberal arts foundation, preparation for a career, and exceptional teaching are all elements of a high quality academic experience. These are also characteristic of an Education that Matters at Franklin Pierce University. Welcome to Franklin Pierce University. James F. Birge, Ph.D., President, Franklin Pierce University 5 FRANKLIN PIERCE UNIVERSITY Institutional Overview Mission Statement Franklin Pierce University embraces an education that matters: one that achieves academic success through the integration of liberal arts and professional programs. Our community of educators and learners creates an environment that fosters intellectual curiosity and encourages experiential and applied learning. A Franklin Pierce experience enables each student to discover and fulfill his or her own unique potential. We prepare students to become confident, knowledgeable individuals and leaders of conscience. Vision Statement Franklin Pierce University will be celebrated for providing educational opportunities that intentionally connect academic majors and programs to career options through the integration of our liberal arts heritage, enriching faculty/student relationships, and excellence in undergraduate and graduate education. Our commitment to the highest quality education is reflected through the use of innovative and flexible instruction models, signature programs, outcomes-based learning, and contemporary applications of technology within a supportive environment. Prepared for the professional, personal, and social demands of the 21st century, our alumni will continue to be ethical leaders and catalysts for positive change within and beyond their communities. The College at Rindge The founding college of the University, the College at Rindge, is the home of the traditional undergraduate residential community of Franklin Pierce. The physical facilities of the College at Rindge include two modern classroom buildings (including a laboratory facility), the Dr. Arthur & Martha Pappas Health Sciences and Athletic Training Center, the Frank S. DiPietro Library, the Marlin Fitzwater Center for Communication, an amphitheater, the Center for Academic Excellence, a campus center, six residence halls, three apartment houses, four townhouse complexes, an administrative services building, a fieldhouse, a boathouse, an air frame recreation complex and fitness center, state-of-the-art intercollegiate athletic fields, a health center, a theatre, a dance studio, and administrative buildings. Outdoor recreation on the College’s 1,200 acres includes the Pearly Pond beach facility which is ideal for fishing, swimming and boating, and miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking and cross-country skiing. The Monadnock Region’s numerous lakes, streams, mountains and recreational facilities offer four-season enjoyment. Majors and Minors (The College at Rindge) The College at Rindge offers the degrees of Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science. Students may major in any of 19 subject areas: Accounting-Finance, Anthropology, Biology, Criminal Justice, Education, English, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Healthcare Administration, Health Sciences, History, Management, Marketing, Mass Communication, Music, Political Science, Psychology, Social Work and Counseling, and Sports and Recreation Management. Major requirements generally range from 30 to 54 credits. Students also have