2008 College Catalog 1 Louisburg College is an accredited, coeducational, residential, two-year college affiliated with the North Carolina Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church. The provisions of this catalog are not to be regarded as an irrevocable contract between Louisburg College and the student. The College reserves the right to change any provision or requirement listed in the catalog at any time without prior notification. 2 2008 CATALOG General Information Letter from the President ...............................................6 An Introduction to Louisburg College ...........................7 Mission, Vision and Values ...........................................7 Heritage of Louisburg College.......................................8 Campus and Buildings .................................................10 Facilities and Special Support Services .......................11 Gifts to Louisburg College...........................................11 Endowments .................................................................12 Admissions Admissions Requirements ...........................................21 Transfer Applicants ......................................................21 Readmission .................................................................22 Joint Enrollment ...........................................................22 International Students ..................................................23 Louisburg Learning Partners ........................................23 Enrollment Deposit ......................................................24 Nondiscrimination Policy ............................................25 Expenses and Financial Aid Cost of Education .........................................................26 Payment Plans and Financing Arrangements ..............26 Refund Policy...............................................................27 Financial Aid-General ..................................................28 Grants and Scholarships ...............................................29 Academic Scholarships ................................................30 Loan Programs .............................................................30 Work Programs ............................................................31 Veterans .......................................................................31 Financial Aid Refund Policy ........................................32 Student Life Introduction ..................................................................33 Student Organizations ..................................................33 Student Publications.....................................................34 3 Counseling Center ........................................................34 Religion on Campus .....................................................34 Cultural Activities ........................................................35 Student Conduct and Campus Regulations ..................35 Intramurals ...................................................................35 Student Involuntary Medical Withdrawal Policy ........36 Athletics ..................................................................................39 Academic Information Academic Policies and Procedures ..............................42 Satisfactory Academic Progress ..................................45 Academic Grievance Procedure ...................................47 Academic Standards.....................................................48 Communication of Information ...................................49 Privacy of Education Records ......................................49 Recognition for Exceptional Achievements ................51 Awards .........................................................................51 Curricula Instructional Methods ..................................................54 Academic Support ........................................................54 Overview of Academic Programs ................................55 Transfer ........................................................................56 Degree Programs ..........................................................56 Academic Divisions .....................................................57 Course Descriptions .....................................................58 Personnel Faculty..........................................................................76 Board of Trustees .........................................................80 Administration and Staff ..............................................82 Index 84 4 LOUISBURG COLLEGE ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2008-2009 2008 FALL SEMESTER August 13 Faculty/Staff Workshop August 14 New Students Arrive August 15-16 Orientation August 18 Returning Students Arrive, New Student Pre-testing/Registration August 19 First Day of Classes, add/drop begins August 25 Last day to register or add/drop a course September 1 Labor Day Holiday – no classes, administrative offices closed September 9 Opening Convocation September 16 Last day students permitted to initiate withdrawal from course with a “W” October 10 Mid-semester October 13 Fall Break (No Classes) October 18 Homecoming October 31 Last day student course withdrawals permitted with “W,” “WP,” or “WF” November 26 Thanksgiving Holiday begins after last class for students, No Classes after 5:00 p.m. Residence halls close at 5:00 p.m. November 27, 28 Administrative Offices Closed November 30 Residence halls open at 3:00 p.m. December 1 Classes resume, Last day of classes December 2 Reading Day December 3 Examinations begin December 5 Examinations end Residence Halls close at 5:00 p.m. December 24-January 1 Administrative Offices Closed 2009 SPRING SEMESTER January 12 New Students arrive January 13 New Student Pre-testing/Registration Returning Students Arrive January 14 First day of classes, add/drop begins January 19 Martin Luther King Day – no classes, administrative offices closed January 21 Last day to register or add/drop a course January 27 Opening Convocation February 10 Last day students permitted to initiate withdrawal from course with a “W” March 6 Mid-semester Spring break begins after last class (residence halls close at 5:00 p.m.) March 15 Residence halls open at 3:00 p.m. March 16 Classes resume March 20 Last day student course withdrawals permitted with “W,” “WP,” or “WF” April 10 Good Friday – Administrative Offices Closed April 12 Residence halls open at 3:00 p.m. April 13 Classes resume April 15 Student Assessment Day April 21 Awards Day April 30 Last day of classes May1 Reading Day May 4 Examinations begin May 7 Examinations end Residence Halls close at 5:00 p.m. May 9 Commencement May 12 College Assessment Day 2009 SUMMER SCHOOL May 19-June 5 Session I for Independent Studies (No classes on May 25) June 30 - July 24 Session II 5 Dear Fellow Hurricane, I am pleased that you have selected Louisburg College as the ideal college community to pursue your education. You have made a wise choice, and your experience at Louisburg College will provide the best possible foundation for personal growth and development. What an opportunity to join other students in a college community having a powerful, life- changing mission: Related by faith to The United Methodist Church, Louisburg College is committed to offering a supportive community which nurtures young men and women intellectually, culturally, socially, physically, and spiritually. As a two-year residential institution, we provide a bridge for students to make a successful transition from high school to senior colleges and universities. The trustees, faculty, and staff of Louisburg College believe that it is a calling and privilege to support your personal and educational goals. We are committed to providing supportive community experiences, which will foster success in whatever field of study or career you may pursue. As you enter Louisburg College, you will discover a school with an amazing 220-year history of educating and nurturing students. You will soon appreciate the caring faculty and staff whose commitment and service are unequaled. You will enjoy the benefit of successful athletic programs and engaging student activities. I urge you to take advantage of these opportunities and seize the most important moments of your life. One of my favorite quotes is attributed to Winston Churchill who said, “We make of living out of what others give to us, but we make a life out of what we give to others.” I am convinced that you are not a Louisburg College student by accident or happenstance. I believe that you are here to receive and to prepare yourself to give. I am committed to the premise that you will blossom and excel at Louisburg College. My hope and prayer is that you will start your future here and move forward into a blessed life of spiritual affirmation, critical thinking, appetite for learning, appreciation for heritage, willingness to serve, and an enduring commitment to excellence. May God’s blessing and best be yours as you pursue your dreams. With warm regards, Rodney S. Foth, Ed.D. Interim President 6 An Introduction to Louisburg College Louisburg College is the oldest coeducational, two-year college related by faith to the North Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church. As a two-year college it serves primarily three types of students: those who seek a solid academic foundation in order to transfer to four-year colleges; those who seek to bridge the gap between high school and larger institutions by attending a two-year college capable of giving them personal attention;