STEPHENS COLLEGE 2009-2010 Curriculum Catalog Accreditation Stephens is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association, 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, Illinois 60602-2504, Phone: (800) 621-7440. • ACCREDITED .• ~ Thf' Highl?r Lf'arning Commission •0 MEMBER .• ~I Th, ~~ Higher learning f\CI\ NorthCenlral '11 Commission Association • " ~s~ ";; 0 Link to the HLC Web site Stephens' undergraduate business and business-related programs are accredited by the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE), 11257 Strang Line Rd, Lenexa, KS 66215 913.631.3009 Stephens’ education programs are accredited by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), 205 Jefferson Street, PO Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102, Phone: 573-751- 4212. 6 l1h1~ . f. '' Deportment of Elementary & Secondary Education This catalog does not establish a contractual relationship. Its purpose is to provide students with information regarding programs, requirements, policies and procedures to qualify for a degree from Stephens College. Mission Statement "Historically committed to meeting the changing needs of women, Stephens College engages students in an innovative educational experience focused on pre-professional fields and the performing arts and grounded in the liberal arts. Graduates of Stephens are career-ready women of distinction, connected through a supportive network of alumnae across the world, confident in themselves, and inspired by our tradition of the Ten Ideals as core values that enrich women’s lives." — Adopted February 2004 Ten Ideals Inherent in the culture at Stephens College is the tradition of the Ten Ideals, which originated in 1921. Each year, 10 students whose activities represent the overall ideals of Stephens College are selected as personifications of individual Ideals. The Ten Ideals are as follows: 1983 through today: 1. Respect for our own dignity and the dignity of others, embodied in a sense of social justice 2. Courage and persistence 3. Independence, autonomy and self-sufficiency 4. Support for others through the willingness to take and give criticism, acceptance and love 5. Sensitivity to the uniqueness and fragility of the natural world of which we are part 6. Responsibility for the consequences of our choices 7. Belief in our changing selves and in our right to change 8. Creativity in the spiritual and aesthetic dimensions of life 9. Intelligence that is informed and cultivated, critical yet tolerant 10. Leadership which empowers others From 1921: 1. Courtesy 2. Forcefulness 3. Health 4. Self-discipline 5. Reverence toward the Spiritual 6. Honesty 7. Love of Scholarship 8. Service 9. Cheerfulness 10. Appreciation of the Beautiful President’s Message Welcome to Stephens College! We are pleased that you have chosen to continue your education at Stephens. We are the second-oldest women’s college in the United States, and offer a variety of programs (degree and certificate; online and on campus) to undergraduate and graduate students from across the country. Stephens College has a strong commitment to instilling in its students a passion for lifelong learning, a passion for engaging with new knowledge and ideas. We uphold a values-driven living and learning environment that contributes to each student’s success. We provide resources inside and outside the classroom dedicated to building your skills, knowledge and confidence. And we foster a strong spirit of community focused on supporting you throughout your time at Stephens and even afterward, when you become a part of our national alumnae network. In the meantime, I encourage you to make the most of your Stephens experience. Seek out new opportunities to challenge yourself and be open to the new possibilities that await you. We are glad to have you with us. Warmly, Dr. Dianne M. Lynch President, Stephens College Campus Life On-Campus Living and Food Service Requirements Students enrolled in the residential program at Stephens are required to live in on-campus housing throughout their enrollment and participate in the College's food service plan. Day students are students who reside with their spouse, parent or legal guardian, or are Columbia-area residents not legally dependent on another person, who have lived in the community for one full year or more. All students living off campus are required to pay fees which include the charge for a specific number of meals on campus per semester in the college dining service. Broadcasting Activities Stephens students receive hands-on experience in the production of programming for KWWC-FM, the 1,250-watt radio station owned and operated by the College, and in Studio A, a full-size television studio. Counseling Services Students' academic, career and personal counseling needs are met by a variety of services and programs at Stephens College. These programs are designed to assist students as they move toward self-reliance and self-confidence, and student life members are available to help identify a student's talents and potential. Psychological services provided by Stephens College include conducting intake interviews and assessments, making referrals to appropriate psychological resources, providing psychotherapy for students, and providing consultation with college personnel regarding student concerns. Additional services may be negotiated for a fee. Career Services Stephens Career Services assists students with all phases of career planning from choosing majors and identifying career possibilities to gaining career-related experiences and securing employment or entrance to graduate school. The Career Services staff work extensively with students one-on-one to address individual needs, as well as in groups through special programs and presentations on such topics as interviewing, résumé writing and job-search strategies. Career Services also works cooperatively with academic programs to help students plan and prepare for internship opportunities. Career Services maintains an extensive library of resources including employer directories, company literature, graduate school information, résumé sample books, a computerized career information system and much more. The office also maintains a database consisting of more than 500 alumnae career consultants from whom students may gain valuable career and employment information. Employment opportunities can be found in Career Services for permanent, part-time and summer positions. Career Services also assists students with on-campus work study positions. Cultural Events The vast array of cultural experience available to students on campus includes theatre productions, chamber music concerts, exhibits in the Davis Art Gallery, jazz, ballet, comedy and musical productions, numerous lectures, discussions and presentations by on-campus and outside experts. Disabled Student Services Mobility-impaired students may contact the Vice President of Student Services to receive an accessibility map of the campus and other information concerning access to campus buildings and grounds. Individual orientation to the campus is available through the Vice President of Student Services. Mobility-impaired students should contact the Vice President for Academic Affairs concerning accessibility of scheduled classrooms. Once officially notified, the Vice President for Academic Affairs will make every effort to schedule classes in locations that accommodate limited mobility. Campus life.doc Page 1 Residents who have a physical disability that requires special accommodations should contact the Director of Residence Life for room assignments that best meet their needs. Health Services The Stephens Health Services program is designed to help students gain the knowledge they need to make responsible decisions about optimal health. The director of health services, who is also a certified nurse practitioner, coordinates the delivery of health education and medical services. She sees students by appointment at the health clinic for lifestyle changes, illnesses and injuries and may refer students to a consulting physician. There is an extra fee for using a consulting physician. For emergency and/or specialized medical care, students are referred to Columbia physicians or hospitals where all medical and surgical sub-specialties are available. All costs are the responsibility of the student and her family. In Missouri, anyone 18 or older may contract for their own health care. Students should be aware of medical insurance coverage. Specific information on student health insurance is available in the Office of the Vice President for Student Services. When a student is admitted to Stephens, she receives a health information form which must be completed and returned to Health Services prior to her arrival on campus. A student must furnish the report of her medical history, present health status and evidence of recent immunizations prior to confirming fall preregistration. Insurance information is also required. Office of Student Leadership and Campus Programming The Office promotes and sponsors student activities and events, and provides advice and support for student organizations and campus-wide activities. The director and staff are committed to developing student leadership and involvement through innovative and developmental programs. The office encourages service, volunteerism and active participation throughout the student body. Residence Life The Director of Residence Life and graduate residents, all of whom are professionals in the student