School of Nursing | MSN Program 2021-2022 bakerU.edu 2 The content of this catalog/handbook is provided for the information of the student. Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy at the time of printing, but the University reserves the right to correct errors or omissions. Policies are subject to change as deemed appropriate by the University to fulfill its role and mission or to accommodate circumstances beyond its control. Any such change may be implemented without prior notice and, unless specified otherwise, is effective when made. Dev 12/16; Rev 12/17; Rev 9/18; Rev 4/19; Rev 12/19; Rev 8/20; Rev 12/20; rev 5/21 3 INTRODUCTION Dear graduate student; The nursing faculty and I welcome you to the Baker University Graduate School of Nursing. This is an exciting time for you and for the nursing profession. You are to be commended for your accomplishments that earned your admission to a graduate program and for continuing your education that will enhance opportunities for an expanded dynamic career. This handbook serves as one of your resources for successful completion of this graduate program. We prepared this handbook to assist you during the program of study. It contains policies, procedures, and general information relative to the School of Nursing. Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy at the time of publication. You will be notified of any changes, but it is your responsibility to be knowledgeable about the policies and procedures of the nursing program. It is imperative that you check your Baker email frequently and regularly for important updates and official communications from the School of Nursing. Graduate studies are by design demanding, invigorating, challenging, and self-fulfilling. It is our objective to provide a stimulating educational experience to enhance your development of clinical reasoning and evidence-based decision making skills. Plus we strive to expand your vision of the potential of our profession. If you have questions or concerns, the faculty and administration are available to assist you in any way we can. Best wishes as you progress through the program. Dr. Jeanne Mann Assistant Dean Graduate Programs Associate Professor of Nursing Email: [email protected] 785-354-5837 Dev 12/16; Rev 12/17; Rev 9/18; Rev 4/19; Rev 12/19; Rev 8/20; Rev 12/20; rev 5/21 4 GRADUATE TEACHING FACULTY Mary Hobus, 2020 Dean PhD-Marquette University MSN-Andrews University BSN- Saint Mary of the Plains College Jeanne Mann, 2005 Assistant Dean, Graduate Programs; Associate Professor PhD-University of Kansas MSN-Fort Hays State University EdS-Fort Hays State University MS-Fort Hays State University BSN-Wichita State University Libby Rosen, 2003 Professor PhD-University of Kansas BSN-Washburn University Amy Berkley, 2021 Assistant Professor PhD-University of Kansas MSN-University of Texas at Austin BA-University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign DipHE-University of Surrey Marlene Eicher, 2006 Assistant Professor DNP(c)- Pittsburgh State University MSN-Washburn University BSN-Baker University Denise Johnson, 2019 Assistant Dean, Undergraduate Program; Assistant Professor MSN-University of Kansas BSN-University of Kansas Amanda Schuster, 2017 Assistant Professor MSN-Fort Hays State University BSN-University of Arkansas Dev 12/16; Rev 12/17; Rev 9/18; Rev 4/19; Rev 12/19; Rev 8/20; Rev 12/20; rev 5/21 5 Christina Barker, 2012 Assistant Professor MSN-University of Kansas BSN-Baker University Barb Sollner, 2012 Assistant Professor MSN-Nebraska Wesleyan University BSN-Nebraska Wesleyan University Jeri Harvey, 2017 Assistant Professor MSN-Washburn University BSN-Washburn University Ashley Seematter, 2017 Assistant Professor MSN-Baker University BSN-Fort Hays State University ADN-Manhattan Area Technical College Dev 12/16; Rev 12/17; Rev 9/18; Rev 4/19; Rev 12/19; Rev 8/20; Rev 12/20; rev 5/21 6 Table of Contents THE UNIVERSITY....................................................................................................................... 9 VISION, PURPOSE, MISSION, AND VALUES ............................................................................................................... 9 VISION AND PURPOSE ........................................................................................................................................................ 9 MISSION ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 9 VALUES ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 9 STRUCTURE OF THE UNIVERSITY ................................................................................................................................. 9 ACCREDITATION ................................................................................................................................................................... 10 HISTORY .................................................................................................................................................................................... 10 FACILITIES AND LOCATIONS ......................................................................................................................................... 11 SPECIAL COLLECTIONS ..................................................................................................................................................... 11 ETHICS AND COMPLIANCE POLICIES ........................................................................................................................ 12 PROHIBITED HARASSMENT POLICY ...................................................................................................................... 12 ACCOMMODATION NOTICE ............................................................................................... 13 NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION ................................................................................... 13 JEANNE CLERY ACT AS AMENDED.......................................................................................................................... 13 FERPA NOTIFICATION ......................................................................................................... 13 RELEASE OF DIRECTORY INFORMATION ..................................................................... 14 CATALOG POLICIES AND STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES .................................................................................. 14 ACADEMIC POLICIES .......................................................................................................................................................... 15 CLASSIFICATION .................................................................................................................. 15 COURSE LOAD ....................................................................................................................... 15 LOWER- AND UPPER-COLLEGE COURSES ..................................................................... 15 GRADING SYSTEM AND PRACTICE ............................................................................................................................. 15 AVAILABLE GRADES ............................................................................................................ 15 ADDITIONAL GRADING NOTATION ................................................................................. 16 INCOMPLETE/CHANGE OF GRADE .................................................................................. 17 AUDITING COURSES ............................................................................................................. 18 INDEPENDENT STUDY .......................................................................................................... 18 COLLEGE-LEVEL LEARNING CREDIT ............................................................................. 18 UNDERGRADUATE ACADEMIC HONORS ................................................................................................................. 18 DEAN’S LIST ............................................................................................................................................................................ 18 SCHOLASTIC HONORS ..................................................................................................................................................... 19 ACADEMIC STANDING ....................................................................................................................................................... 19 ACADEMIC CAUTION/PROBATION/INELIGIBLE TO CONTINUE ........................................................... 19 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS ..................................................................................................................................... 19 CREDIT HOURS AND GPA REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION .......................................... 19 ACADEMIC RESIDENCY ..................................................................................................... 20 BOARD OF TRUSTEES ......................................................................................................................................................... 21 EXECUTIVE OFFICERS .......................................................................................................................................................