CATALOG 2017-2018 1101 West College Avenue Jacksonville, Illinois 62650-2299 Phone: 217.245.3000 FAX: 217.245.3034 www.ic.edu For information about admission to the College contact: The Office of Admission :: 217.245.3030 For information about academic matters contact: The Office of Academic Affairs :: 217.245.3010 For information about courses, transcripts, and records contact: The Office of the Registrar :: 217.245.3013 For information about financial aid and student billing contact: The Office of Student Financial Services :: 217.245.3035 For information about payment of expenses contact: The Office of Business Affairs :: 217.245.3003 Accounting Services :: 217.245.3015 For information about extracurricular activities and student affairs contact: The Office of Student Affairs :: 217.245.3011 For information about campus housing and residence life contact: The Office of Residential Life :: 217.245.3012 For information about athletic activities contact: The Office of Intercollegiate Athletics :: 217.245.3400 For information about alumni records and activities, and gifts to the College contact: The Office of Development and Alumni Relations :: 217.245.3046 * * * * * The Illinois College Catalog is a description of courses and requirements for one year. Illinois College reserves the right to make changes in requirements, policies, and expenses as necessary and at any time without notification. * * * * * Published by Illinois College, Jacksonville, Illinois 62650-2299 August 1, 2017 Updates available online at www.ic.edu 1 CALENDAR ______________________________________________________________________ CALENDAR FIRST SEMESTER, 2017-2018 August 24 New students arrive; Welcome Week begins August 27 Continuing students return August 28 Advising Day August 29 Classes begin September 11 Last day to add or drop a course without record Last day for previous semester “Incompletes” October 2 - 7 Homecoming Week October 11 Fall Break begins at end of classes October 12 - 15 Fall Break October 16 Classes Resume October 25 Midterm grades computed as of this day for all students November 4 Family Day November 6 Last day for students to drop a course with W grade Last day to withdraw from the College with W Grades November 21 Thanksgiving break begins at end of classes; Residence halls close November 22 – 26 Thanksgiving Break November 27 Classes resume December 11 Last day of classes December 12 Reading Day December 13 Final Examinations begin December 16 Final Examinations end; Residence halls close December 17 – January 14 Semester Break SECOND SEMESTER, 2017-2018 January 14 Residence halls open January 15 Advising Day January 16 Classes begin January 29 Last day to add or drop a course without record Last day for previous semester “Incompletes” March 2 Midterm grades computed as of this day for all students Spring Break begins at end of classes; Residence halls close March 3- 11 Spring Break March 12 Classes Resume March 29 Easter Break Begins at end of classes March 30 – April 1 Easter Break April 2 Classes Resume Last day for students to drop a course with W grade Last day to withdraw from the College with W Grades April 27 Celebration of Excellence May 1 Last day of classes May 2 Reading Day May 3 Final Examinations begin May 6 Final Examinations end; Residence Halls close at 4:30 p.m. May 13 Baccalaureate and Commencement 2 CONTENTS ______________________________________________________________________ Academic Calendar 2017-2018 ............................................................................................ 2 CONTENTS Mission Statement and Vision...............................................................................................5 The Undergraduate Academic Program ................................................................................. 7 Courses of Instruction ....................................................................................................... 16 Co-curricular and Special Academic Programs ................................................................... 154 Affirmation of Community Responsibility ....................................................................... 162 Academic Rights and Responsibilities ............................................................................... 163 Student Conduct Rights and Responsibilities .................................................................... 173 Student Activities ............................................................................................................. 175 Student Services ............................................................................................................... 182 Facilities .......................................................................................................................... 185 Admission ........................................................................................................................ 189 Expenses ........................................................................................................................... 194 Financial Aid .................................................................................................................... 196 Faculty ............................................................................................................................. 197 Administration ................................................................................................................. 204 Trustees ............................................................................................................................ 209 Commencement Record 2016 .......................................................................................... 211 Index ................................................................................................................................ 214 Campus Map .................................................................................................................... 218 3 Illinois College follows all procedures as required by the Family Rights and Privacy Act. ______________________________ THE COLLEGE Illinois College is authorized under Federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students. ______________________________ Illinois College admits students and appoints faculty and staff without regard to race, religion, sex, handicap, or national origin. Equal Opportunity Educator / Employer. ______________________________ Illinois College is a charter member of and accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools (www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org, 312.263.0456). It also is a member of the Association of American Colleges & Universities, the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities, the Council of Independent Colleges, and the Federation of Independent Illinois Colleges and Universities. It is also recognized by the American Association of University Women and the Illinois Office of Education. ______________________________ Illinois College does not stand in loco parentis to its students. It accepts the state and federal policy that its students are fully functioning adults. Within its framework and tradition, Illinois College will continue to provide a caring environment in all of its academic and social life. 4 THE MISSION OF THE COLLEGE True to its founding vision in 1829, Illinois College is a community committed to the highest standards of scholarship and integrity in the liberal arts. MISSION STATEMENT The College develops in its students qualities of mind and character needed for fulfilling lives of leadership and service. Approved by the Trustees, 2004 VISION Illinois College will build an international reputation for inspiring achievement and empowering students to make a difference in the world. 5 ____________________________________________________________________ILLINOIS COLLEGE Illinois College is a private, Phi Beta Kappa, liberal arts college located in Jacksonville, Illinois. Founded in 1829 through the joint efforts of John M. Ellis, a Presbyterian missionary, and a THE COLLEGE group of seven Congregational students from Yale (one of several “Yale Bands”), the College has maintained a long tradition of academic excellence. Illinois College retains its historic ties with both the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and the United Church of Christ. Illinois College is a scholarly community that values close and frequent collaboration among faculty and students and is devoted to the liberal arts. Its curriculum requires both breadth of learning and knowledge in depth, leading students to explore the fine arts, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences. Within this liberal arts context, all students develop specific areas of knowledge through majors. Many pursue additional opportunities for learning through pre-professional programs. Students enrich their educations further through independent research and writing; internships, off-campus “BreakAways” and study abroad; performance in art, drama, and music; and participation in organizations and clubs, athletics, and student government. Academic advisors play an essential role in helping students plan and successfully complete their academic programs. The Office of Career Services, the various departments, and advisors make every effort to help students prepare for graduate study and professional schools as well as direct entry into careers after graduation. 6 THE UNDERGRADUATE ________________________________________________________________________ACADEMIC