Johnson State College Johnson, Vermont Undergraduate Catalog This catalog becomes effective on August 1, 2011, and is in effect until superseded by a new issue. This catalog is not a legally binding agreement between the College and its students, but is published for purposes of information only. Johnson State College reserves the right to make changes in course offerings, degree requirements, charges, regulations and procedures contained herein as educational and financial considerations require. Johnson State College 337 College Hill Johnson, VT 05656-9464 Phone (802) 635-2356 Fax (802) 635-1230 [email protected] www.jsc.edu A Message from President Barbara E. Murphy Johnson State College is committed to higher education's power to transform lives through a rich combination of teaching, advising, community life, and learning opportunities beyond the classroom. Johnson will offer you the opportunities to explore your interests, and shape the future direction your professional and community life will take. You can count on us to help you along the way. This catalog provides an overview of our College and an introduction to opportunities for study. But, it is only an informational guide, and we encourage you to explore our website, www.jsc.edu, to learn more about Johnson State College. Our Admissions staff can help lead the way to answering your questions and putting you in touch with other staff and faculty members who can assist, as well. Welcome to our College community. Barbara E. Murphy President The Mission of Johnson State College The Johnson State College community believes in the power of higher education to transform lives. We express this commitment through an education that crosses academic and other boundaries, wherever possible; creates opportunities for students to extend their classroom learning to the field, the laboratory, the studio, the community, and the local and wider world; recognizes the diverse starting points and goals of students; and sustains active participation, high standards, vigorous debate and mutual respect. Mission of the Vermont State Colleges System For the benefit of Vermont, the Vermont State Colleges provide affordable, high-quality, student-centered and accessible education, fully integrating professional, liberal, and career study. This integrated education, in conjunction with applied learning experiences, assures that graduates of VSC programs will: 1. Demonstrate competence in communication, research and critical thinking. 2. Practice creative problem-solving both individually and collaboratively. 3. Be engaged, effective, and responsible citizens. 4. Bring to the workplace appropriate skills and an appreciation of work quality and ethics. 5. Embrace the necessity and joy of lifelong learning. The Vermont State Colleges also offer numerous opportunities for others to engage in continuous learning to meet their specific goals. Table of Contents Degree Requirements ..............................................................................................................1 General Education Requirements ...........................................................................................3 Academic Regulations and Requirements ...............................................................................8 Academic Departments .........................................................................................................20 Department of Behavioral Sciences .......................................................................................21 Department of Business/ Economics .....................................................................................29 Department of Education .....................................................................................................36 Department of Environmental & Health Sciences ................................................................50 Department of Fine & Performing Arts .................................................................................66 Department of Humanities ...................................................................................................95 Department of Mathematics ............................................................................................... 101 Department of Writing & Literature ................................................................................... 104 Interdepartmental Programs ............................................................................................... 110 External Degree Program .................................................................................................... 113 Course Descriptions ............................................................................................................ 114 Admission ........................................................................................................................... 203 Financial Aid ....................................................................................................................... 210 Costs ................................................................................................................................... 216 Student Services .................................................................................................................. 223 Directory ............................................................................................................................. 236 Academic Calendar ............................................................................................................. 244 Index ................................................................................................................................... 246 VSC Policy 311: Non- Contact the JSC Learning Specialist, Academic discrimination & Prevention of Support Services, at 802-635-1264, if accommodations are needed to apply for Harassment and Related admission; and the Dean of Administration, at Unprofessional Conduct 802-635-1208, if accommodations are needed for employment. The Vermont State Colleges ("VSC") and each member college, including Johnson State Title IX College (JSC), do not engage in unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, Title IX is a federal law that prohibits ancestry, ethnicity, national origin, place of discrimination based on gender in any birth, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, educational program or activity. The law disability, age, veteran status, marital status or states that "no person in the United States any other status protected by law. Sexual shall on the basis of sex be excluded from harassment, racial harassment, and participation in, be denied the benefits of, or harassment of persons based upon other be subjected to discrimination under any protected categories are forms of education program or activity receiving federal discrimination and will not be tolerated. Also, financial assistance." The amendment in 1987 inappropriate sexual relationships between expanded the definition of program or activity staff and students, although they may not rise to include all the operations of an educational to the level of sexual harassment, are institution, governmental entity or private prohibited. Further, the VSC and each employer that receive federal funds. member College, in accordance with Vermont law, does not discriminate against any person on the basis of the person having a positive Sexual misconduct is a form of sex HIV-related blood test. discrimination. Sexual misconduct includes sexual violence (rape, sexual assault) and sexual harassment. Sexual misconduct is a Sexual misconduct, which includes sexual violation of the Johnson State College Code of harassment and sexual violence (rape, sexual Conduct, VSC Policy 311, and federal (Title IX) assault), is a form of sex discrimination and and state law. It may also constitute criminal therefore is a violation of VSC Policy 311, the conduct under state law. The College is JSC Code of Conduct, and the federal Title IX committed to taking action against those who law (see below). violate these policies and to assisting victims, regardless of whether the conduct occurs on or VSC Policy 311 can be found in its off campus. A sexual misconduct violation can entirety at: www.jsc.edu/VSCPolicy311. result in consequences up to and including criminal charges and expulsion from the College. To access VSC Policy 311 and the JSC The JSC Code of Conduct and Sexual Student Handbook of Rights and Assault policy can be found in the JSC Responsibilities (Student Code of Conduct and Student Handbook of Rights and sexual assault policy), see the links above. Responsibilities at www.jsc.edu/ Academics/StudentHandbook. The JSC Title IX Campus Coordinator is: David Bergh, Dean of Students, 802-635- JSC does not discriminate on the basis of the 1200, [email protected]. above protected categorizations in application processes for admissions or employment, in academic and residential programs, in employment practices and policies, in scholarship and loan programs, in athletic programs, and any other programs or facilities. JSC is an equal opportunity employer. To initiate a discrimination or harassment complaint or for further information, contact the campus Policy 311 Coordinator: Jo Ann Lamore, Assistant Academic Dean, 802-635-1243 or [email protected]. General Information The College: A Brief History The history of Johnson State College dates College has embarked on an ambitious plan back to 1828 when John