UMBERLAN CUNIVERSITYD Founded 1842 2005±2007 UNDERGRADUATE/ GRADUATE CATALOG LEBANON TENNESSEE 37087-3554 CORRESPONDENCE DIRECTORY For further information on the topics listed below, write Cumberland University, One Cumberland Square, Lebanon, TN 37087-3408 or telephone 1-800-467-0562 or 615-444-2562 (local calls) or e-mail http://www.cumberland.edu or contact the person indicated below. Academic Affairs Facilities Services Dr. Wilbur L. Peterson (ext. 1275) Stephanie P. Walker (ext. 1187) V. P. Academic Affairs Director, Facilities Services [email protected] [email protected] Admissions Financial Assistance Jason A. Brewer (ext. 1280) Larry F. Vaughan (ext. 1222) Director, Admissions Director, Financial Assistance [email protected] [email protected] Athletics Housing/Residence Halls Patrick T. Lawson (ext. 1148) Manuel J. Cornejo (ext. 1231) Director, Athletics Director, Housing [email protected] [email protected] Alumni Activities Library Services Lisa C. McMillin (ext. 1253) Michelle S. Noel (ext. 1151) Director, Alumni Affairs Dean, Library Services [email protected] [email protected] Books and Supplies Payment of Fees and Accounts Tracie T. Hite (ext. 1236) Judy G. Jordan (ext. 1249) Manager, Bookstore Vice President, Fiscal Affairs [email protected] [email protected] Development President Debby Powell (ext. 1160) Harvill C. Eaton (ext. 1223) Executive Director, Development [email protected] [email protected] Registration/Class Schedules Employment, Faculty Regena B. Poss (ext. 1227) Dr. Wilbur L. Peterson (ext. 1275) Registrar V. P. Academic Affairs [email protected] [email protected] Dean for Students Employment, Staff Dr. Jonathan Richerson (ext. 1246) Judy G. Jordan (ext. 1246) [email protected] Director, Human Resources [email protected] Student Services Libby O'Guin Enrollment Management Director, Student Services Eddie Pawlawski (ext. 1225) [email protected] Vice President, Enrollment Management [email protected] Student Activities Rebecca Lane Crockarell (ext. 1293) External Relations Coordinator, Student Activities Edward Hamilton Zeagler (ext. 1179) [email protected] V. P. External Relations [email protected] Transcripts Regena B. Poss (ext. 1227) Facilities Registrar Dr. James B. Dressler (ext. 1226) [email protected] Vice President, Administration [email protected] UMBERLAN CUNIVERSITYD Founded 1842 2005±2007 Undergraduate/ Graduate Catalog Lebanon, Tennessee 37087-3408 615-444-2562 (Lebanon/Nashville) 1-800-467-0562 (WATS) 615-444-2569 (FAX) http://www.cumberland.edu F GENERAL INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTS UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG ............................................ 1 GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................... 1 LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT ..................................... 6 GENERAL INFORMATION ........................................... 7 UNIVERSITY CALENDAR ............................................ 9 HISTORY OF CUMBERLAND ......................................... 12 CAMPUS FACILITIES ............................................... 13 CUMBERLAND AT A GLANCE ........................................ 16 MISSION STATEMENT AND GOALS .................................... 17 POLICY STATEMENTS .............................................. 17 ACCREDITATION STATEMENT........................................ 21 ENROLLMENT/STUDENT SERVICES ...................................... 22 ADMISSIONS ...................................................... 23 STUDENT SERVICES................................................ 34 INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS ......................................... 45 COST OF ATTENDANCE ................................................. 52 FINANCE EXPENSES AND PLANNING .................................... 53 VITAL STUDENT INFORMATION.......................................... 57 ACADEMIC INFORMATION........................................... 58 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE ............................................ 82 SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS ........................................ 84 DEGREE PROGRAMS................................................101 GENERAL EDUCATION CORE ........................................105 SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES ................................107 LABRY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AND ECONOMICS ............170 SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL STUDIES .....................................193 JEANETTE RUDY SCHOOL OF NURSING ...................................234 SCHOOL OF MUSIC AND ARTS ...........................................246 LIBRARY .............................................................285 SPECIAL PROGRAMS ...................................................208 DEVELOPMENTAL STUDIES .........................................288 PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS .....................................289 GRADUATE CATALOG ..................................................321 DIRECTORY ..........................................................323 MISSION OF THE GRADUATE StUDIES PROGRAM ........................324 GRADUATE STUDIES ...................................................324 GRADUATE GOVERNANCE ...........................................324 ACADEMIC INFORMATION ..............................................326 MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION.....................................332 MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ..............................342 MASTER OF SCIENCE WITH AN OPTION IN ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND HUMAN RELATIONS ............................349 MASTER OF SCIENCE WITH AN OPTION IN PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATION ..............................................356 GRADUATE FACULTY HOLDING RANK.....................................367 BOARD OF TRUST......................................................369 INDICES .............................................................373 F DR. HARVILL C. EATON 25th PRESIDENT CUMBERLAND UNIVERSITY HARVILL C. EATON ONE CUMBERLAND SQUARE PRESIDENT LEBANON, TENNESSEE 37087 Letter from the President... Welcome. Cumberland University is a 162 year-old private, independent, liberal arts college with a commit- ment to preparing its graduates for a lifetime of learning and success in the workplace, and is the alma mater of many of America's greatest leaders. It is located in Lebanon, Tennessee. Lebanon is very historic and has preserved the central, town square that has served as a political, commercial and cultural city center since the beginning of the 19th century. Cumberland's campus is ideally located only one block from the Town Square so every student and visitor immedi- ately understands the strong link between the culture and history of the Cumberland Country and Cumberland University. The Cumberland Country is beautiful and exciting. Lakes, mountains, waterfalls and deep limestone caves surround the campus, yet Nashville is only 20 miles away. Nashville is America's healthcare capital, home of the Titans and the Predators, and banjos, guitars and Country Music. Indeed, Cumberland University and the Cumberland Country give you the best of both worldsÐ they are close to Nashville, but a world away. The University is committed to the academic, cultural and professional development of its students. Students who pass through Cumberland's classrooms take away a lifelong understanding of history, culture, respect and purpose of life. They also are prepared for success in the fast-paced world of the 21st century. The entire campus is fully internet wireless so students and faculty can surf the internet and access their course material from the classroom, dormitory, or even from under one of the beautiful oak trees on the Campus Quadrangle. A broad array of academic majors and study concentrations is available ranging from southern literature to biology and music to business and nursing. Cumberland hires only the best to teach. Each member of the faculty is a true teacher- scholar with a commitment to students and to make courses and dry words in a book come alive with excitement, relevance and that special touch that is the hallmark of a true teacher. You will never forget your Cumberland teacher. Cumberland is special. Would you like to fly? Cumberland is here to provide an experience that you will carry with you throughout your life. It will shape you for success and for an appreciation of culture and life. Cumberland is here to help you to fly away and realize your dreams. Come by and take a look at Cumberland...youwill quickly learn that it is for you. Sincerely, Harvill C. Eaton, Ph.D. President 2005±2007 Undergraduate Catalog 7 General Information TRAVEL TO LEBANON Directions to Lebanon, Tennessee By Car: From Knoxville (160 miles) Take I-40 West to Exit #238 (Lebanon/Murfreesboro). Turn right onto Route 231 North. Turn left onto West Spring Street; campus is two blocks ahead on the left. From Memphis (260 miles) or Nashville (30 miles) Take I-40 East to Exit #238 (Lebanon/Murfreesboro). Turn left onto Route 231 North. Turn left onto West Spring Street; campus is two blocks ahead on the left. From Chattanooga (160 miles) Take I-24 North to I-840, follow the signs to Lebanon, take I-40 East to Exit #238 (Lebanon/Murfrees- boro). Turn left onto Route 231 North. Turn left onto West Spring Street; campus is two blocks ahead on the left. By Air: Air connections to Nashville International Airport (25 miles from campus) are available from most points. Lebanon has a municipal airport, located about = mile from campus, which can accommodate small private and corporate airplanes.