ACADEMIC CATALOG 2008-2009 www.peace.edu A Liberal Arts & Sciences College for Women Raleigh, NC ACADEMIC CATALOG 2008–2009 Peace College does not discriminate in its admission of women students, regardless of race, creed, color, religion, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. In our employment practices, Peace College seeks to hire, promote, and retain the best qualified individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. This is done in accordance with the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The college complies with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, as amended, regarding information on file and students’ access to their records. Directory information (name, address, class, and major) may be released, unless the student requests in writing that her information be withheld. Peace College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia, 30033-4097, telephone 404-679-4501) to award baccalaureate degrees. 2 LIST OF DEPARTMENTS Inquiries should be directed as indicated below. Call the campus receptionist at 919-508-2000 and ask to be connected to the appropriate individual: Academic Advising, Assistant Dean for Advising and Retention Academic Matters, Dean of Academic Affairs Academic Support Programs, Coordinator of Learning Services Admissions and Applications, Dean of Enrollment Alumnae Affairs, Director of Alumnae Affairs Athletics, Director of Athletics Bequests, Gifts or Grants, Vice President for Development and Alumnae Affairs Bookstore, Manager of Bookstore Career Services, Director of Career Services Clubs and Organizations, Director of Student Life Counseling, Director of Counseling Center Disabilities, Director of Disability Services Educational Programs, Dean of Academic Affairs Expenses and Account Information, Vice President for Finance and Administration Financial Aid, Director of Financial Aid First Year Experience, Director of First Year Experience Health Services and Medical Forms, College Nurse or Dean of Students Housing and Residence Life, Director of Residence Life Information Systems & Technology, Associate Vice President for Technology International Programs, Coordinator of International Studies Programs Internships, Assistant Director of Career Services Leadership Programs, Coordinator of Leadership Studies Program or Director of Student Engagement Library, Director of Library Services Marketing, Vice President for Marketing and College Relations New Student Orientation, Director of Student Engagement or Dean of Students Public Relations, Vice President for Marketing and College Relations Religious & Spiritual Life, Chaplain Scholarships and Financial Aid, Director of Financial Aid Security, Director of Security Student Activities, Director of Student Engagement Student Life, Handbook, Rules and Regulations, Dean of Students Transcripts and Academic Reports, Registrar The college reserves the right to make any necessary changes in the calendar, regulations, student charges or courses of instruction announced in this catalog. It is the responsibility of the student to see that all the degree requirements are met for graduation from Peace and/or transfer to other institutions. 3 MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT Dear Peace Students, Whether you are a first-year student or a transfer, you are beginning a remarkable journey of academic and personal growth amid an exceptional community of students. You’ll get to know and respect Peace faculty members and professionals who will help ensure your success. This catalog is your academic guidebook, which along with your faculty advisor and mentors will help you chart your journey through the Peace Passport curriculum and into your majors. Peace Passport combines academic coursework with learning experiences outside the classroom that will prepare you to live in a global world. You will work closely with your faculty advisor to choose courses that will help you become well educated, develop skills that will advance your career potential and seek experiences that enrich your life. Recent results of the National Survey of Student Engagement speak to the satisfaction of our students with their Peace College education. In the survey of students at 610 colleges and universities across the nation, Peace seniors ranked the College in the top ten percent in all five of the survey’s categories: student-faculty interaction, supportive campus environment, active and collaborative learning, level of academic challenge and enriching educational experiences. I trust you will enjoy the same positive experiences throughout your career at Peace. As the first alumna president of Peace, I extend my best wishes to you and challenge you to continue the legacy of leadership and academic excellence that is a hallmark of Peace graduates. Laura Carpenter Bingham, President Class of 1977 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION CURRICULUM OFFERINGS & Peace At A Glance .................................................................9 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Academic Divisions, Disciplines, and Assessment .................12 Adventures Program ............................................................76 History of Peace .................................................................. 13 Anthropology ......................................................................78 Location and Campus .........................................................14 Art & Design ....................................................................... 86 Biology ................................................................................92 ADMISSIONS & FINANCIAL INFORMATION Business Administration ......................................................98 Admissions ..........................................................................18 Chemistry ......................................................................... 108 Tuition and Fees ..................................................................24 Child Development ...........................................................110 Scholarships and Grants .......................................................28 Communications ............................................................... 115 Loan Programs .....................................................................30 Computer Information Systems ........................................ 121 Economics .........................................................................122 ACADEMIC & STUDENT LIFE Education ..........................................................................123 Honor Societies ...................................................................32 English ..............................................................................129 Awards ................................................................................ 33 French ...............................................................................135 Advising and Adventures .....................................................35 History ..............................................................................137 Career Services and Educational Support ............................ 36 Human Resources ............................................................. 143 Clubs and Cooperating Raleigh Colleges (CRC) .................38 Latin American Studies ..................................................... 148 Honors Program and Independent Study ............................ 39 Leadership Studies .............................................................150 International Study ............................................................. 40 Liberal Studies ...................................................................155 Internships/ Special Format Courses ....................................41 Math & Statistics .............................................................. 157 Student Life ......................................................................... 42 Music Performance ............................................................159 Special Facilities .................................................................. 44 Philosophy ........................................................................ 166 Student Development ......................................................... 46 Physical Education, Health and Dance .............................167 Student Services .................................................................. 50 Political Science .................................................................174 Psychology ........................................................................ 180 ACADEMIC REGULATIONS Physics .............................................................................. 188 Religion .............................................................................189 Academic Regulations ......................................................... 52 Sociology ...........................................................................191 Grading ...............................................................................57 Spanish ..............................................................................192 Academic Probation, Suspension, and Appeals .................... 59 Theatre ..............................................................................197