WELCOME FROM THE PRESIDENT Mount Marty University is pleased to provide you with the 2020-2021 academic catalog. This catalog articulates Mount Marty University academic policies as well as detailed information regarding the University’s programs of study. In addition to course listings and academic program offerings you will find important information regarding your responsibilities as a student. Please take time to familiarize yourself with the contents of this publication and to use the information as your guide as you pursue your education at Mount Marty. We, the members of the Mount Marty University Community, are committed to your success and happy to assist you with questions that may arise as you continue your education at any of our three locations: Yankton, Sioux Falls, and Watertown. As always, I encourage you to learn more about our Catholic, Benedictine heritage and find ways to incorporate our core values of Awareness of God, Community, Hospitality, and Life-long Learning into your lives. Please feel free to contact me or any of our administrative offices for additional information regarding matters contained in this catalog. We are happy to assist you with your questions. Marcus B. Long, Ph.D. OblOSB President Presidents Mother M. Jerome Schmitt 1936-1957 Sister Evangeline Anderson 1957-1974 Dr. Bruce Weier 1974-1977 Dr. William Tucker 1977-1983 Sister Jacquelyn Ernster 1983-1996 Dr. Mark Hurtubise 1996-2001 Dr. Carrol Krause 2001-2002 Dr. James T. Barry 2002-2010 Dr. Carrol Krause 2010-2011 Dr. Joseph N. Benoit 2011-2014 Dr. Thomas Lorang 2014-2015 Dr. Marcus Long 2015-Present Mission Statement Mount Marty University, an academic community in the Catholic Benedictine liberal arts tradition, prepares students for a contemporary world of work, service to the human community and personal growth. 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Mount Marty University welcomes students of all faiths. Mount Marty University prohibits discrimination in its admissions and in its programs with respect to sex, race, age, color, national origin, religious preference and disabilities. This catalog is intended to serve students and prospective students as an advisory document only. Mount Marty University reserves the right to deny admission and adjust conditions of enrollment, class offerings and services rendered as dictated by the limits of institutional resources, enrollment, faculty availability, and federal and state statutes. Disclaimer This catalog is not a contract or an offer but rather a guide solely for the convenience of the reader. This catalog represents the best efforts of the University to inform the reader of facts existing at the time of its publication, however, the educational process is a dynamic one, and sometimes change will be required. Consequently, the University in its discretion reserves the right at any time without prior notice to: make changes to or to withdraw courses or academic programs; to change the fees, rules, and calendar for admission, registration, instruction, and graduation; and to change other regulations affecting the student body. Such changes take precedence over statements in this Catalog. The University expressly disclaims any liability which may otherwise be incurred by any current or prospective student as a result of these changes. Academic Calendar 3 Accreditation & Affiliation 4 Admissions 5 Financial Information 10 Academic Services 18 Academic Policies 21 Graduation Requirements 37 Degrees, Majors & Minors 42 Programs 43 Course Descriptions 111 Faculty 162 2 2020-2021 UNDERGRADUATE CALENDAR Fall 2020 First Day of Classes August 31 Last Day for Adding Classes September 4 Labor Day: No Classes September 7 Mission Day: No Classes TBA Last Day to Withdraw from 1st October 1 8-Week Course with a Grade of “W” Native American/Columbus Day: No Classes October 12 Midterm Week October 19-23 First Day of 2nd 8-Week Courses October 26 Last Day to Change a Class to Pass/Fail Last Day to Withdraw from a November 4 Full-Term Course with a Grade of “W” Veterans Day Observed: No Class November 11 Thanksgiving Break (Wednesday through Friday) November 25-27 Last Day to Withdraw from 2nd November 26 8-Week Course with a Grade of “W” Final Exams (Monday through Thursday) December 14-17 Grades Due in Registrar’s Office December 21 Spring 2021 First Day of Classes January 19 Last Day for Adding Classes January 22 President’s Day: No Classes February 15 Last Day to Withdraw from 1st February 19 8-Week Course with a Grade of “W” Midterm Week March 1-5 Spring Break March 8-12 First Day of 2nd 8-Week Courses March 22 Last Day to Change a Class to Pass/Fail Last Day to Withdraw from a April 1 Full-Term Course with a Grade of “W” Easter Vacation (Thursday, Friday, Monday) April 1-5 Last Day to Withdraw from 2nd April 22 8-Week Course with a Grade of “W” May Commencement (Watertown) May 8 Final Exams (Monday through Thursday) May 10-13 May Commencement (Yankton) May 15 Grades Due in Registrar’s Office May 17 Summer 2020 First Day of Term (varying sessions) May 24 Last Day of Term August 13 3 ACCREDITATION AND AFFILIATION Accreditation & Memberships Mount Marty University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission which accredits degree-granting post-secondary institutions in the North Central Region of the United States. The following programs are approved and/or accredited by specialized accrediting bodies: Nursing Program is approved by the South Dakota Board of Nursing and is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education; One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530; Washington, DC 20036; Phone: 202-887- 6791 x 256. Teacher Education Program by the South Dakota State Board of Education, 800 Governors Drive, Pierre SD 57501; 605-773-3134. Affiliation Mount Marty University is a Catholic institution established in the Benedictine tradition of scholarship and teaching, and conducted in accord with the philosophy of education set out in Apostolic Constitution Ex Corde Ecclesiae for the conduct of Catholic universities and institutions of higher education. 4 ADMISSIONS Admission to Mount Marty University signifies the belief in the prospective student’s ability to earn a degree. The admission process requires a thorough evaluation of the student. In addition to a student’s academic record, consideration for admission will also be dependent upon a student’s ability to positively impact the University community. In making admissions decisions, the University may consider prior behavioral or criminal issues and may conduct background and reference checks on potential students. The University specifically reserves the right to deny admission to any applicant. All applications for admission must be submitted no later than the last business day prior to the semester start date. The application file, including all official, final secondary and post-secondary transcript(s) and other required documentation, must be complete no later than the end of the first semester of attendance. If the application file is not complete by this date, the student account will be placed on hold and no additional aid or registration for coursework will be processed until all official required documentation is received. Transcripts and other documents received by the University for the purpose of admission become the property of MMU and will not be released to or copied for students. Undergraduate Acceptance Policies & Procedures First-Time Students – High School Graduates Applicants with a cumulative high school grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale AND an ACT composite score of 18 or above OR a SAT composite score of 860 (Reading & Math) or above are eligible for regular admission. If the applicant is 21 years of age or over, the ACT or SAT scores are not required. All applicants must submit an application and an official high school transcript from an accredited institution. If an applicant has not yet graduated at the time of acceptance, a final, official high school transcript must be submitted upon enrollment. First-year applicants will satisfy Mount Marty’s standardized testing requirement by self-reporting all ACT and/or SAT scores on the application. Applicants who are offered admission and choose to matriculate at Mount Marty will be required to provide official results upon enrolling. ACT and SAT scores reflected on high school transcripts will be accepted. When assessing ACT/SAT results, Mount Marty will consider admission based on the highest individual section scores or highest composite score from all test dates. First-Time Students - Homeschool Graduates Applicants must meet the same GPA, ACT or SAT score requirements as traditional high school graduates. Homeschool applicants must submit an official 5 homeschool transcript with documentation of affiliation with an accredited institution OR documentation to demonstrate that an exemption for each year of homeschool coursework was approved by their local school district. The necessary paperwork to demonstrate the approved exemption varies from state to state. However, if the applicant’s home-schooled education is not through an accredited institution or otherwise authorized or the above documentation cannot be provided, an official GED or HiSet transcript is required for admission consideration. First-Time Students – GED or HiSet Applicants who have completed a GED or HiSet test are eligible for regular admission with the following minimum average scores: GED (Test Date: Pre-2001) 50 GED (Test Date: 2001-2013) 500 GED (Test Date: 2014+) 165 HiSet 12 An official GED or HiSet transcript must be submitted for admissions consideration. Mount Marty University reserves the right to request ACT or SAT scores as well as a partial high school transcript prior to enrollment from applicants with a GED or HiSet. Transfer Students Applicants are considered transfer students if they enroll in a minimum of one University-level credit hour after high school graduation, not including the summer immediately following high school graduation.