Augusta State University Continuing Our Commitment to Excellence in Teaching Advancement of Knowledge Enrichment of Community University System of Georgia General Catalog 2004-2005 Augusta State University Augusta, Georgia 30904-2200 This catalog is intended primarily to guide Augusta State University students through their chosen academic programs. Although the university takes pride in a good student advising system, the individual student bears the main responsibility for his or her program, and this catalog should be the basic source of information. Prospective students, parents, and high school counselors should find the information useful as well. Augusta State University (ASU) is an equal educational opportunity institution in that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, sex, creed, national origin, or handicap, be excluded from participation in or be otherwise subjected to discrimination by any educational program, activity, or facility. This is in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. An affirmative action, equal opportunity institution. The statements set forth in this catalog are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as the basis of a contract between a student and this institution. While the provisions of this catalog will ordinarily be applied as stated, Augusta State University reserves the right to change any provision listed in this catalog, including but not limited to academic requirements for graduation, without actual notice to individual students. Every effort will be made to keep students advised of any such changes. Information on changes will be available in the Office of the Registrar. It is especially important that all students realize their individual responsibility to keep apprized of current requirements for their particular degree programs. As part of an on going effort to make this a better catalog — accurate, up-to-date, and well organized — all Augusta State University students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to submit editorial suggestions for improvement. Suggestions dealing with inaccuracies, clarity, organization and presentation of information may be submitted at any time to: Mr. Jeffrey Heck Augusta State University Secretary and Catalog Editor C/O Office of the VPAA (706) 737-1422 [email protected] A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT Augusta State University is first and foremost a place of learning, where students learn from and with outstanding professors. It is also a place where students are individuals, not numbers — where they are players, not spectators. This catalog describes our programs, lists our courses, and explains the procedures and policies of the university. I encourage you–as students–to use it for these purposes. I also encourage you to look at the listing of our faculty. Note their names, their fields of study, and the dozens of superb universities from which they earned advanced degrees. They are the key to the success of Augusta State University and its students. If you have any questions about academic programs or services, please consult the directory of administrative offices at the back of this catalog. Our Office of Admissions (706-737-1632 or 800-341-4373) can answer any inquiries about admissions criteria, enrollment procedures, or the transfer of credit from other institutions. Welcome to Augusta State University! Sincerely yours, William A. Bloodworth, Jr., Ph.D. President ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2004-2005* Fall 2004 Spring 2005 Summer 2005 Application Deadline July 16 Dec 10/2004 April 15 New Student Orient/Reg. Aug 9-10 Dec 2/2004 May 5 Registration Aug 11-13 Jan 6-7 May 17 Classes Begin Aug 16 Jan 10 May 18 Late Registration** Aug 16-17 Jan 10-11 May 18-19 First/Last Day Add/Drop Aug 16-17 Jan 10-11 May18-19 Student Holiday Sep 6 Jan 17 July 5 Nov 25-26*** Mar 7-8 Dec 24-31 Apr 4-9 Midterm Oct 7 Mar 3 June 17 Legislative Exams Aug 4, Nov 19 Regents Test Nov 1-3 Mar 21-23 June 27-28 Prereg. Next Term Nov 15-19 Apr 11-15 June 6-10 Fees Due For Next Term Nov 19 Apr 15 July 29 Classes End Dec 1 May 4 July 26 Examinations Dec 3, 6-8 May 6, 9-11 July 28-29 Grades Due Dec 10 May 13 Aug 1 Graduation Dec 11 May 14 * The above dates were correct when this catalog went to press in Summer 2004. Always refer to the most current edition of the academic calendar before making planning decisions. (http://www.aug/registrar_va/catalog/cover.htm) ** Any special exception registrations that occur after Late Registration will incur a $50.00 penalty fee. *** There will be no classes after 12:50 pm on Wednesday, November 24. Contents Introduction to Augusta State University ............................... 1 History of ASU .............................. 1 ASU Mission Statement………3 Accreditations ............................... 1 Educational Goals……………..4 University System of Georgia........ 2 Admissions Policies and Enrollment ...................................... 5 Preparation of Application Senior Students.................... 14 Materials ................................ 5 Former Students .................. 14 Admissions Requirements ............ 7 ASU-Paine College Freshman............................... 7 Co-enrollment ................. 15 Transfer Students ................ 11 International Students: Transient Students............... 13 Special Requirements..... 15 Additional Degree Students . 13 Admissions Decisions and Other Non-Degree Notification ........................... 17 Admissions Requirements 13 Preparing for Registration ........... 17 Financial Information.............................................................. 19 Fees & Other Costs .................... 19 Waivers for Non-Resident Refunds & Withdrawals............... 21 Tuition .................................. 24 Georgia Resident Status............. 22 Financial Aid................................ 26 Acquiring In-state Status............. 23 Academic Regulations and Information ............................... 28 Academic Standing & GPA ......... 28 Graduation Requirements ........... 35 Additional Baccalaureate Honors Program.......................... 39 Degree................................. 30 Learning Support......................... 39 Auditing a Course ....................... 32 Load/Overload............................. 41 Class Attendance........................ 32 Majors ............................................. Classification............................... 33 Minors ............................................. Course Changes ......................... 33 Regents Testing Program Course Repeat Policy ................. 33 (BOR Policy) ........................ 42 Course Substitution..................... 33 Transient & Co-enrolled ASU Curriculum Changes ................... 33 Students............................... 44 Dean’s Lists ................................ 34 Unit of Credit ............................... 45 Grade Changes........................... 34 Withdrawal from a Course........... 45 Grading System .......................... 34 Where to Go - Information on Facilities, Services and Activities at ASU .......................................... 46 Alumni Association...................... 46 Email Policies & Procedures ....... 52 Athletics ...................................... 46 Endowed Professorships............. 54 ASU Foundation.......................... 46 Food Services ............................. 55 Bookstore.................................... 46 HIV Policy.................................... 55 Business Office ........................... 47 Information Technology Career Center ............................. 48 Services ............................... 57 Conservatory Program ................ 49 Insurance .................................... 58 Continuing Education.................. 49 Library………………………………58 Cooperative Education................ 49 Media Services............................ 58 Counseling and Testing .............. 49 Performing Arts Theatre.............. 59 Cultural & Entertainment Public Relations & Programs ............................. 51 Publications Office ............... 59 Curriculum Center………………... 51 Public Safety Services................. 59 Disabilities Services .................... 51 Research Center ......................... 59 Start-Up Center........................... 60 Student Records...................... 61 Student Activities ........................ 60 Veterans’ Affairs ...................... 61 Student Affairs ............................ 60 Web Site .................................. 62 Student Government Assn.......... 61 Writing Center.......................... 62 Student Organizations............. 61 Student Rights and Responsibilities..................................... 63 Academic Honesty ...................... 63 Student Academic Discipline..................................... 65 Grievances ....................... 66 Student Academic Appeals ......... 65 Confidentiality of Student Records ............................ 72 Undergraduate Programs....................................................... 73 Core Curriculum........................... 74 College of Education............. 173 Honors Program........................... 76 College of Business College of Arts & Sciences........... 78 Administration ................... 190 Graduate Programs .............................................................. 198 College of Arts & Sciences........ 199 College of Business College of Education................. 207 Administration .................. 230 Course Descriptions............................................................