2017-2018 Graduate Course Catalog Mercyhurst University 2017–2018 Graduate Course Catalog Notice of Non-Discrimination Mercyhurst University values diversity and is committed to the goal Office of Graduate Studies of achieving equal opportunity for all. For that reason, Mercyhurst 814-824-3351 abides by federal, state and local law in admissions, employment and all services and programs provided. Mercyhurst does not unlawfully [email protected] discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, citizenship status, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, age, familial status, sexual mercyhurst.edu/graduate orientation, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic or because of any individual’s legally protected activities. Mercyhurst complies with federal, state and local legislation and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. This policy applies to faculty, administration and staff, applicants for employment, students and applicants for educational programs and activities. Mercyhurst University prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies and to serve as the overall campus coordinator for purposes of Title IX compliance: Alice Agnew, Title IX Coordinator, 300 Old Main, 814-824-2362. The following individuals have been designated as deputy Title IX coordinators: for Athletics, Stacey Gaudette, Assistant Athletic Director, Baldwin Lower Level, 814-824-2079; for Student Life, Laura Zirkle, Vice President for Student Life, Egan 314, 814-824-2262; for Employees, Tina Fryling, Preston 122, 814-824-2352; and for any community members of the branch campuses, including the Corry and North East campuses, Jackie Fink, 814-725-6399. Miller 120. Inquiries concerning the application of anti-discrimination laws may be referred to the Title IX coordinators or to the Office for Civil Rights, United States Department of Education. For further information on notice of non-discrimination and/or to obtain the address and phone number of the U.S. Department of Education office that serves your area visit: http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/CFAPPS/OCR/contactus.cfm or call 1-800-421-3481. 501 East 38th Street Erie, PA 16546-0001 814-824-2000 800-825-1926 mercyhurst.edu The catalog represents the most accurate information on Mercyhurst University available at the time of printing. The University reserves the right to make alterations in its programs, regulations, fees and other policies as warranted. Carpe Diem To seize the day. To grasp the opportunity. To embrace the whole of life. Let these words be your inspiration for personal growth and professional development. Let them guide and fire your imperatives. Let them underline the vigor and enterprise necessary to achieve great victories. Capture the essence of living the full life. Engage the day. This is, indeed the moment. The opportunity may not come again. Besiege the occasion, wage war upon it. For it is the resolute of mind who receive the greatest achievement and the highest fulfillment and reward. Be vigilant and diligent. The genius of life and secret to success is to capture each precious opportunity. For to seize the moment personally is the essence of living a full life – the kind so many desire and so few know how to achieve. Mercyhurst University Table of Contents • Founded in 1926 by the Sisters of Mercy Introduction to Mercyhurst University 4 • Coeducational Catholic / Libral Arts Institution Vision and Mission Statements 4 Core Values 4 • Programs in Career and Pre-Professional Areas Accreditation 4 • 68 Undergraduate Majors Academic Calendar 5 Academic Schedule 6 • 9 Graduate Majors Administration of Graduate Education 6 • 67 Concentrations Philosophy of Graduate Education Programs 6 • 3400 Students Graduate Programs Descriptions 7 Admission Requirements 8 • 58% Women / 42% Men International Students 8 • 15:1 Student / Faculty Ratio Veteran’s Resources 8 Program Standards and Policies 9 Accreditation Degree Requirements 9 Important Dates 10 • The Commission on Higher Education Grading System 10 3624 Market Street, 2nd Floor West Philadelphia, PA 19104-2680 Probation and Dismissal 10 Phone: 267-284-5000 Student Financial Services 11 Tuition and Fees 11 • The Pennsylvania Department of Education Refund Policy 12 • The Council on Social Work Education Financial Aid 13 • The Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Enrollment Status 14 Administration Academic Progress Policy 14 • National Association of Schools of Dance Graduate Program in Anthropology 16 • The National Athletic Trainers Association Anthropology Course Descriptions 17 Graduate Program in Applied Intelligence 21 • The American Physical Therapy Assoiation Applied Intelligence Course Descriptions 22 • The National Association of Schools of Music Graduate Program in Criminal Justice Administration 25 • American Music Therapy Association Criminal Justice Administration Course Descriptions 26 Graduate Program in Data Science 28 • Register of Professional Archaeologists Data Science Course Descriptions 29 • International Assembly of Collegiate Business Education Graduate Program in Organizational Leadership 30 • Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Organizational Leadership Course Descriptions 32 • Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing Graduate Program in Physician Assistant Studies 34 Physician Assistant Studies Course Descriptions 36 The graduate program in Organizational Leadership is accredited by Graduate Program in Secondary Education 39 the IACBE (International Assembly of Collegiate Business Education) Secondary Education Course Descriptions 40 whose mission is: Graduate Program in Special Education 41 “To promote and support quality Business Education worldwide Special Education Course Descriptions 43 through accreditation and outcomes assessment which involves: 1) the measurement of institutional effectiveness; 2) the measurement Graduate Faculty 46 of learning outcomes; and 3) the identification of changes and Phone Directory 49 improvements that are needed as a result of the assessment activity.” Conference for Mercy Higher Education 49 Introduction to Mercyhurst University Introduction to Mercyhurst University Mercyhurst University Founded in 1926 by the Sisters of Mercy, Mercyhurst University is a Catholic Core Values liberal arts institution serving men and women. In addition to more than 50 different undergraduate programs, the university offers eight graduate programs We are . leading to Master of Science degrees in: Applied Intelligence, Anthropology, Criminal Justice Administration, Data Science, Organizational Leadership, Socially Merciful Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS), Secondary Education, and Special Education. Mercy restores human dignity, expands our social relations, and empowers us to reach out in compassion to others. The University rests on a 75-acre campus located on a hill overlooking the city of Erie, Pa. Mercyhurst is a university with a keen sense of tradition that is Globally Responsible reflected through its beautiful setting, one that provides the ideal environment Globalization challenges us to learn how to steward the resources of the Earth for learning. An attraction to all who drive up the main entrance way is the wisely and to act in solidarity with its diverse peoples. Tudor-Gothic stateliness of Old Main and the buildings clustered around it. Compassionately Hospitable Mercy hospitality begins with self-acceptance, welcomes peoples of Ever since Mother Borgia Egan and the Sisters established Mercyhurst different faith, ethnic, and cultural traditions, and thus builds University, it has consistently sought to teach, to build and to act with a communities that transcend mere tolerance. sense of dignity that characterizes quality in human society. It has developed a sense of community on its campus where teachers and learners reinforce Intellectually Creative one another in the learning process. These aims relate the Catholic heritage Generous, inquiring, and critical habits of mind, which support the of the University to the needs of today in a manner that invests life and aspirations for excellence manifested within the academic community, encourage learning with a sense of spiritual strength and human accomplishment. us in our lifelong search for what is true, good and beautiful. Although rich in tradition and history, Mercyhurst University has always Reflectively Aware prided itself on being a change agent in the educational field. It was Our Christian environment encourages self-reflection and contemplation of in keeping with this spirit that its graduate programs were developed. human behavior, promotes balance of mind, body and spirit, and ultimately offers the opportunity to develop a moral compass for a life Vision Statement of integrity. Mercyhurst University seeks to be a leading higher educational institution that integrates excellence in the liberal arts, professional and career- Ambassadors of service. path programs, and service to regional and world communities. Mission Statement Consistent with its Catholic identity and Mercy heritage, Mercyhurst University educates women and men in a culture where faith and reason flourish together, where the beauty and power of the liberal arts combine with an appreciation for the dignity of work and a commitment to serving others. Confident in the strength of its student-faculty bonds, the university community is