2015 / 2016 GRADUATE CATALOG MAKE YOUR MARK MAKE YOUR GRADUATE SCHOOL GRADUATE 2015 / 2016 GRADUATE CATALOG 701 College Road Lebanon, IL 62254 618-537-4481 www.mckendree.edu i 2015 / 2016 GraDUatE CatAdmissionsalOG 701 College Road Lebanon, IL 62254 618-537-4481 1-800-BEARCAT www.mckendree.edu GRADUATE SCHOOL ii McKendree University 2015/2016 Graduate Catalog Accreditations Approvals & Licenses Memberships Higher Learning Commission Illinois Board American Association of the North Central of Higher Education of Colleges for Teacher Association of Colleges 431 East Adams Education (AACTE) and Schools 2nd Floor 230 South LaSalle St. Springfield, IL 62701-1404 American Association of Suite 7-500 217-782-2551 Colleges Nursing (AACN) Chicago, IL 60604-1413 800-621-7440 Illinois Department American Council on of Veterans’ Affairs Education (ACE) Commission on Collegiate 833 South Spring Street Nursing Education (CCNE) P.O. 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In conformance with state and federal regulations, National Association of McKendree University does not discriminate on the basis Independent Colleges of sex, race, color, religion, disability, national and ethnic and Universities (NAICU) origin, or age in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic, and National Association of other school administered programs. Students, employees, and Schools and Colleges of faculty who believe they may have been discriminated against the United Methodist may contact the Compliance Officert a the University’s address Church (NASCUMC) or telephone (618) 537-6533. Services of the substance abuse prevention program administered by the Athletic Department National League for Nursing are available to all officers, employees, and students of (NLN) McKendree University. McKendree University is authorized under Federal Law to enroll nonimmigrant alien students. President’s Alliance for Excellence in Student Learning and Policies stated in this catalog are subject to change as required Accountability and as the institution deems appropriate. The statements contained herein are not to be regarded as an offer to contract. 1 COntents Admissions McKendree University is a leader among today’s educational institutions. Founded in 1828, the historically significant campus exemplifies a classic and caring tradition that is combined with a contemporary curriculum. Academic Calendar .............................................................................................................................2 Letter from the President .................................................................................................................3 The University Mission ......................................................................................................................5 Admission ..............................................................................................................................................9 Financial Information .......................................................................................................................13 Academic Programs and Policies .................................................................................................19 Student Services ................................................................................................................................31 COURSES OF STUDY COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Master of Arts in Criminal Justice ..........................................................................................35 Course Descriptions ...................................................................................................................39 SCHOOL OF BUSINESS Master of Business Administration .......................................................................................41 Course Descriptions ...................................................................................................................46 SCHOOL OF EDUCATION ................................................................................................................49 Master of Arts in Teaching .......................................................................................................57 Master of Arts in Education .....................................................................................................61 Specialist in Education ...........................................................................................................129 Doctor of Education ................................................................................................................137 Course Descriptions ................................................................................................................143 SCHOOL OF NURSING AND HEALTH PROFESSIONS Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling ...................................................159 Course Descriptions ................................................................................................................164 Master of Science in Nursing ...............................................................................................167 Course Descriptions ................................................................................................................178 Board of Trustees ............................................................................................................................182 Board Members ...............................................................................................................................182 University Administration ...........................................................................................................182 Current Honorary and Trustee Emeritus ................................................................................183 Alumni Board ...................................................................................................................................183 Current Emeriti Administrators and Faculty .........................................................................186 Faculty ................................................................................................................................................187 Index ...................................................................................................................................................192 2 McKendree University 2014/2015 Undergraduate Catalog LEBANON CAMPUS AcaDEMIC CALENDAR 2015 / 2016 Fall 2015 AUG 31 MON Fall semester classes begin on Lebanon campus SEPT 7 MON Labor Day; no classes on Lebanon campus nor on off-campus centers (Saturday classes will meet on Saturday.) OCT 22 THUR 1st half semester ends 23 FRI Fall Break; no classes on Lebanon campus 26 MON 2nd half semester begins NOV 25–29 WED-SUN Thanksgiving Holiday; no classes on Lebanon campus DEC 11 FRI Last day of fall semester classes 14 MON Final examination period begins 17 THU Final examination period ends Spring 2016 JAN 19 TUE Spring semester classes begin on campus MAR 11 FRI 1st half semester ends 12 SAT Spring recess begins, 10:00 p.m. 21 MON Spring recess ends, 8:00 a.m. (Saturday classes meet on Saturday.) 21 MON 2nd half semester begins 25 FRI Good Friday – no classes on Lebanon campus MAY 6 FRI Last day of spring semester classes 9 MON Final examination period begins 12 THU Final examination period ends 14 SAT Commencement 3 A letter FROM THE PRESIAdmissionsDENT Congratulations on your decision to pursue graduate studies at McKendree University. Our graduate programs provide an opportunity for you to deepen your understanding of your discipline and develop skills that will enable you to ask questions, explore ideas, solve problems, and effect change. Our graduate faculty will challenge you to participate actively, understand critical issues in your field, share your own perspectives, and work on real-world projects. I am confident that the knowledge and skills you bring to your studies, coupled with the tremendous expertise and experience of our graduate faculty, will ensure your preparation for leadership roles in the workplace and community. We are fully committed to meeting the diverse needs of our graduate students. We offer our programs on campus, at external sites