1 Franklin College Academic Course Catalog 2017 - 2018 Franklin College 101 Branigin Boulevard Franklin, Indiana 46131-2623 317.738.8000 2 The Academic Course Catalog is located on the Franklin College website at http://www.franklincollege.edu/catalog 3 Table of Contents College Mission, Vision, and Values and Introduction……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………..3 Admission Policies.................................................................................................................................................................................................5 Expenses and Financial Policies………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………8 Financial Aid Policies and Scholarships………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….12 Student Life……………………………………………………………………………………………..…………………………………………………………………………………………………..19 Academic Policies and Procedures………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..24 Cooperative Programs.........................................................................................................................................................................................47 Global Education Programs………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…49 The Curriculum……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..51 Degree Requirements.........................................................................................................................................................................................52 Liberal Arts……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………53 Winter Term…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………60 Professional Development……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………62 Academic Success & Opportunity Program……………………………………………………………..……………………………………………………………………………………65 Accounting……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………66 American Studies Program……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………72 Art…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……74 Biology………………………………………………………………………………………………..………………………………………………………………………………………………………..86 Business………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………101 Canadian Studies Program………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….111 Chemistry & Physics……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………114 Computing………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….130 Economics…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..136 Education……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………144 Engineering…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………176 English & Creative Writing..………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..178 Exercise Science………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….188 French…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………199 History………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..205 Individualized Major……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………212 Leadership Program……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………214 Mathematics………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………220 Medical Technology……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………231 Military Science…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..233 Multimedia Journalism……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….234 Music………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….243 Philosophy………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….252 Physical Education………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………257 Political Science………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….265 Pre-Law Curriculum…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….274 Psychology………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….276 Public Health………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………284 Public Relations…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..286 Religion………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………291 Sociology…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….297 Spanish……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….305 Theatre……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….312 Women’s Studies Program………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….318 Graduate Policies and Programs…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………319 Master of Science in Athletic Training…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………322 Academic Calendar……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..333 People…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………334 College’s Contact Information…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….345 Index…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..346 4 Introduction Founded in 1834, Franklin College provides a liberal arts and sciences education that fosters independent thinking, innovation, leadership and action for ever-changing professions and a globally connected world. With an emphasis on engaged learning opportunities, Franklin offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in more than 50 majors and a Master of Science degree in athletic training. A vibrant part of the Indianapolis metropolitan area, the college values collaboration and upholds common values that benefit communities and inspire students. Franklin College is historically related to the American Baptist Churches USA. For more information, visit www.FranklinCollege.edu. Find Franklin College on Facebook and follow @FranklinCollege on Twitter. MISSION A Franklin College education fosters independent thinking, innovation, leadership, and action for ever- changing professions and a globally connected world. VISION Franklin College will be nationally recognized as a premier college for engaged learning in the liberal arts and sciences, inspiring students to think independently, to question critically, and to live, lead, and serve meaningfully. VALUES Franklin College upholds a common set of values that enhances the community and sustains personal, spiritual, intellectual, and professional growth for a lifetime. We value: People of INTEGRITY who exhibit • honest and ethical conduct and speech • responsibility in personal, academic, and professional lives Commitment to INCLUSIVITY that honors • all forms of diversity • the dignity of self and others • empathy, sincerity, and openness Culture of INTELLECTUAL CURIOSITY that promotes • deep reflection about knowledge, beliefs, and ideas • the ability to recognize, formulate, and ask discerning questions • independent thinking Drive for INNOVATION and CREATIVITY that encourages • a willingness to take risks • adaptability to an every-changing world • the ability to solve complex problems Spirit of COMMUNITY that fosters • a collaborative environment that is responsive to the needs of others • a supportive, service-minded network • respect for the personal beliefs, faiths, and convictions that give purpose and meaning to our lives 5 ACCREDITATION Franklin College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association (30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, Illinois 60602-2504, Telephone: 1-800-621-7440), the Indiana Department of Education, the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education, and the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education. In addition, the college maintains memberships in numerous other professional associations for the purpose of upholding standards of educational excellence. NON-DISCRIMINATION It is the policy of Franklin College that all opportunities are to be made available on the basis of merit and without discrimination against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission because of race, color, religion, gender, disability, age, national origin, or sexual orientation. Grievances should be submitted to the equal opportunity officer. Founded in 1834, Franklin College is the 102nd oldest institution of higher education in the U.S. and the first in Indiana to admit women. Generations of graduates have made positive contributions to their families, their communities, and their careers, as well as to the nation and the world. Purpose of the Catalog The material contained in the Course Catalog is for information only and does not constitute a contract between the student and the college. The catalog provides an overview of course offerings and content. It is not tHe official list of offerings for any given term (fall semester, winter term, spring semester, or summer terms). Students should consult the online schedule of classes for specific term(s) for which they wish to register. The college and its various units reserve the right to revise, amend, alter, and change from time to time its policies, rules, regulations, and financial charges