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Search Result: Introduction Graduate Catalog 2018-2019 Official Publication of Augsburg University 2211 Riverside Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55454 The Augsburg University Graduate Catalog contains information about academic program requirements and academic and student policies and procedures for Fall Seme...
Show more Introduction Graduate Catalog 2018-2019 Official Publication of Augsburg University 2211 Riverside Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55454 The Augsburg University Graduate Catalog contains information about academic program requirements and academic and student policies and procedures for Fall Semester 2018 - Summer Semester 2019. It is subject to change without notice. The catalog is intended to complement other University publications including the Student Guide and University website. It is important for students to be familiar with all University policies and procedures. Students are strongly encouraged to consult their advisor(s) at least once each semester to be certain they are properly completing degree requirements. Published 2018 Phone: 612-330-1000 www.augsburg.edu 1 A Greeting from the President I am pleased to know of your interest in Augsburg University’s exciting and innovative graduate programs. You are part of a select and discerning group of professionals who seek to find a graduate program that combines an excellent curriculum, a values-based approach to work, a talented and experienced faculty, and program formats that meet the needs of busy and successful people. Augsburg University’s graduate-level programs in Business Administration, Creative Writing, Education, Leadership, Nursing, Physician Assistant Studies, and Social Work are distinguished by the opportunities they provide students to expand decision-making and strategic skills. Augsburg University is characterized by a strong mission: Augsburg University educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. The Augsburg experience is supported by an engaged community that is committed to intentional diversity in its life and work. An Augsburg education is defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies, guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, and shaped by its urban and global settings. For our graduate programs, this mission helps to shape an innovative educational experience that features an expansive perspective on social responsibility, economic realities, business initiative, and environmental sustainability. At Augsburg University we believe that our distinctive educational purpose is to help you find your calling, at work and in the world. Augsburg graduate programs are designed to offer you quality educational experiences, personal attention, and opportunities to expand your personal and professional talents and skills. We are confident that our graduates are prepared for leadership in our ever-changing global society, the hallmark of an Augsburg degree. Sincerely, Paul C. Pribbenow, Ph.D. President 2 Welcome from the Provost and Chief Academic Officer Welcome to graduate study at Augsburg University! Augsburg has a long history of preparing our graduates for leadership in their communities and places of work. Across our graduate programs, students bring perspectives informed by prior study and experience; acquire specialized knowledge in a discipline or field; engage in collaborative learning; develop advanced capacities; encounter diverse perspectives and ideas; test theory through real-world experiences; and equip themselves for the next stage in their vocational journeys. When you join the Augsburg community, you become part of the Augsburg story—a story of academic achievement, experiential learning deepened by reflection, commitment to equity and intentional diversity, and dedication to lifelong learning. We are an institution committed to place, and our locations—whether in the Twin Cities, Rochester, or beyond—offer opportunities to apply what you learn in the classroom to the neighborhood, the local community, and in various urban and rural locations. Inspired by the faith of our Lutheran founders to be inclusive to the early immigrants who came to Augsburg’s doors, we are a community of diverse cultures and faiths. Indeed, the diversity of our community helps ensure that our graduates are uniquely prepared to meet the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century. Our commitment to interdisciplinary thinking is embodied in our newest academic building on the Minneapolis campus--the Hagfors Center for Science, Business, and Religion. We ground learning in the best of the liberal arts tradition, ensuring that our students are prepared not only for their first job but for mid- and late-career success. While connected through these common commitments, each graduate program has its own distinctive identity and curriculum. Your program offers a disciplinary home from which you will join a community of faculty, staff, and fellow students who will collectively extend your network of connections with prospective employers and expand your career opportunities in the future. We’re delighted that you’ll be joining us. Sincerely, Karen Kaivola Provost and Chief Academic Officer 3 About Augsburg At Augsburg University, we believe that graduate education should prepare gifted people for positions of leadership in their communities and places of work. Augsburg graduates will be able to demonstrate not only the mastery of a major field of study, but also the ability to apply critical thinking, problem solving, and advanced communication skills in a collaborative approach within that discipline, thereby engaging others with diverse perspectives in the work of advancing civic and global initiatives critical for a sustainable future. The heart of an Augsburg education is the Augsburg mission, informed by the liberal and professional arts and sciences, to serve our neighbors in the heart of the city and out into the world with faith-based, ethical values. We welcome students from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences. Also, our programs look to the world through international courses and cultural exchanges. Mission Statement Students who graduate from Augsburg are well prepared to make a difference in the world. They stand as testaments to the University motto, “Education for Service,” and mission: Augsburg University educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. The Augsburg experience is supported by an engaged community that is committed to intentional diversity in its life and work. An Augsburg education is defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies, guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran Church, and shaped by its urban and global settings. Augsburg Today Augsburg was the first seminary founded by Norwegian Lutherans in America, named after the confession of faith presented by Lutherans in Augsburg, Germany, in 1530. Augsburg opened in September 1869, in Marshall, Wisconsin, and moved to Minneapolis, Minnesota in 1872. A Rochester, Minnesota campus was added in 2002. A short history of Augsburg University can be found at www.augsburg.edu/about/history. Today, Augsburg continues to reflect the commitment and dedication of its founders who believed:    Education should have a solid liberal arts core at the graduate level; this focus centers on the ability to think critically and broadly about the world and the work we do in it. An Augsburg education should be preparation for service in community and centers of faith. The city—with all its excitement, challenges, and diversity—is an unequaled learning environment. The vision of the University’s work today is lived out in the phrase, “We believe we are called to serve our neighbor.” Through common commitments to living faith, active citizenship, meaningful work, and global perspective, Augsburg prepares its students to become effective, ethical citizens in a complex global society. Degrees Offered Augsburg offers the following graduate degrees:          Master of Arts in Education* Master of Arts in Leadership Master of Arts in Nursing* Master of Business Administration* Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing Master of Music Therapy Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Master of Social Work Doctor of Nursing Practice* (with tracks in Transcultural Nursing and Family Nurse Practitioner) 4 Augsburg offers the following dual degrees:    Bachelor of Arts in Accounting/Master of Arts in Leadership Master of Arts in Leadership/Master of Business Administration Master of Social Work/Master of Business Administration *Programs offered at both of Augsburg’s campuses (Minneapolis and Rochester, MN) A Community of Learners Essential to the goals of Augsburg’s graduate programs is participation in a community of adult learners. This community is enriched by the presence of men and women with a variety of work and life experiences. To facilitate this kind of community interaction, Augsburg encourages students to make use of all University facilities, whether a student in Minneapolis or Rochester, and to participate in University activities such as music and dramatic presentations and lecture/speaker events. Graduate Faculty The heart of any educational institution is its faculty, and Augsburg University is particularly proud of the excellence and commitment of its professors. Most faculty hold the doctorate or other terminal degree, and all consider teaching and service to be the focus of their activity at the University. Faculty are involved in social, professional, and a variety of research activities, but these support and are secondary to their teaching. Faculty are actively involved in a dynamic faculty development program that introduces them to best practices in teaching and learning techniques and theories. Augsburg’s small classes encourage its tradition of close involvement between professors and students. Faculty act as academic advisors and participate regularly in campus activities. 5 Locations Minneapolis Campus Augsburg University is located in the heart of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota. The campus is bordered by Riverside Avenue and Interstate 94, near the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities West Bank campus and the University of Minnesota Medical Center. Downtown Minneapolis is just minutes away, providing access to internships and careers with some of the country’s leading companies, as well as entertainment, arts, sports venues, shopping, dining, and transportation. The campus is blocks from the METRO Green and Blue light rail lines, which provide easy access to destinations in Minneapolis and St. Paul, as well as the Minneapolis International Airport. Rochester Learning Site Augsburg’s learning site in Rochester, Minnesota, was established in 1998 as a natural extension of the University’s mission and its expertise in teaching working adults. Graduate degrees and undergraduate majors including business, education, and nursing, are offered in Rochester. Graduate programs in Rochester include the Master of Business Administration, Master of Arts in Nursing*, Master of Arts in Education*, and Doctor of Nursing Practice*. The Rochester classrooms and offices are located at Bethel Lutheran Church (ELCA), just a few blocks south of downtown Rochester. Home to approximately 110,000 residents, Rochester is a city that enjoys a rich ethnic diversity and superior technological resources. Bethel Lutheran Church is located at 810 3rd Ave SE, Rochester MN 55904. Augsburg classes in Rochester meet on a semester schedule with classes taking place on alternating weekday evenings and on occasional Saturdays, making them accessible to working adults. Students may also take courses within their program on the Minneapolis campus. Students at the Rochester site are Augsburg University students. They are supported through an array of e-learning resources ranging from access to Lindell Library databases to the use of online course management software. Information about the Rochester learning site is available at augsburg.edu/rochester or by calling the Rochester office at 507-288-2886. *Program includes some Minneapolis courses. Physician Assistant Program Site The Augsburg University PA Program teaches on the Luther Seminary campus, located at 2481 Como Avenue, St. Paul MN 55108. Abroad Locations Augsburg is enhanced by its global centers in Namibia, Mexico, and Central America. Students can perform research, take courses, or consult with faculty in those locations to gain new perspectives on their disciplines. 6 Minneapolis Campus Facilities Instruction facilities and student housing at Augsburg’s main campus are conveniently located near each other. A tunnel/ramp/skyway system connects the two tower residence halls, the five buildings on the Quadrangle, plus the Music Hall, Lindell Library, Oren Gateway Center, and the Foss, Lobeck, Miles Center for Worship, Drama, and Communication. Admissions Office—The Office of Admissions is located on the lower level of Christensen Center. Anderson Hall (1993)—Named in honor of Oscar Anderson, President of Augsburg from 1963 to 1980, and this residence hall is located at 2016 8th Street. Anderson Hall contains four types of living units and houses 192 students, as well as the Center for Wellness and Counseling, the Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship, and the Office of Marketing and Communication. Center for Wellness and Counseling—The Center for Wellness and Counseling, located in Anderson Hall, offers programs and services that enhance student learning by promoting personal development and well-being. Christensen Center (1967)—The University Center includes the Admissions Office, a student lounge, the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work, the Commons dining facility and Einstein Bros. Bagels, two art galleries, the copy center and mailroom, Events and Conference Planning, the Center for Global Education and Experience, International Student and Scholar Services, Latin@ Student Services, American Indian Student Services, Pan-Afrikan Student Services, PanAsian Student Services, Campus Activities and Orientation, LGBTQIA Student Services, and the Auggie’s Nest, a meeting place for student organizations. Edor Nelson Field—The athletic field, located at 725 23rd Avenue, is the playing and practice field of many of the Augsburg teams. An air-supported dome covers the field during winter months, allowing year-round use. Foss, Lobeck, Miles Center for Worship, Drama, and Communication (1988)—The Foss Center is named in recognition of the Julian and June Foss family. The Tjornhom-Nelson Theater, Hoversten Chapel, and the Arnold Atrium are also housed in this complex, which provides space for Campus Ministry, the Christensen Center for Vocation (CCV), the departments of Theater and Communication Studies, Film, and New Media, classrooms, and administrative offices (Facilities Management and the Enterprise Information Systems and Systems and Networking teams in IT). Hagfors Center (2018) Ice Arena (1974)—Two skating areas provide practice space for hockey and figure skating, and recreational skating for Augsburg and the metropolitan community. Kennedy Center (2007)—Completed in 2007 as a three-story addition to Melby Hall and named for Dean (’75) and Terry Kennedy, it features a state-of-the-art wrestling training center, fitness center, classrooms for health and physical education, and hospitality facilities. The James G. Lindell Family Library (1997)—This library and information technology center houses all library functions and is located on the corner of 22nd Avenue and 7th Street. It houses the TechDesk and User Support team in IT and the Gage Center for Student Success: the Deidre Middleton Office of Academic Advising, the Academic Skills Office, the Center for Learning and Adaptive Student Services (CLASS), and TRIO/Student Support Services. Luther Hall (1999)—Named for theologian Martin Luther, Luther Hall is a three-story apartment complex along 20th Avenue, between 7th and 8th Streets that houses juniors and seniors in units from efficiencies to two-bedroom suites. Melby Hall (1961)—Named in honor of J. S. Melby (dean of men from 1920 to 1942, basketball coach, and head of the Christianity Department). It provides facilities for the health and physical education program, intercollegiate and intramural athletics, the Hoyt Messerer Fitness Center, and general auditorium purposes. The Ernie Anderson Center Court was dedicated in 2001. Mortensen Hall (1973)—Named in honor of Gerda Mortensen (dean of women from 1923 to 1964), it has 104 one- and two-bedroom apartments that house 312 upper-class students, the Department of Public Safety and a lounge area. Charles S. Anderson Music Hall (1978)—Contains Sateren Auditorium, a 217-seat recital hall, classroom facilities, two rehearsal halls, music libraries, practice studios, and offices for the Music department faculty. 7 Old Main (1900)—Home for the Department of Art and the Department of Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies, with classrooms used by other departments. Extensively remodeled in 1980, Old Main combines energy efficiency with architectural details from the past. It is included on the National Register of Historic Places. Oren Gateway Center (2007)—Named for lead donors and alumni Don and Beverly Oren, it is home for the StepUP program, Institutional Advancement offices, the Alumni and Parent and Family Relations Offices, the Master of Business Administration Program, the Master of Arts in Leadership program, the Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing program, and substance-free student housing. It also houses the Barnes & Noble Augsburg Bookstore, Nabo Café, Gage Family Art Gallery, and the Johnson Conference Center. Science Hall (1949)—Houses classrooms, laboratories, and a medium-sized auditorium; the departments of Nursing, Physics, Mathematics & Statistics, Biology, and Chemistry; the Undergraduate Research and Graduate Opportunity (URGO) Office, McNair Scholars, and Administrative Accounting. Sverdrup Hall (1955)—Named in honor of Augsburg’s fourth president, it contains the Enrollment Center (Registrar’s Office and Student Financial Services), the Women’s Resource Center, the Honors Desk, classrooms and computer labs, and the departments of Education and Computer Science. Sverdrup-Oftedal Memorial Hall (1938)—Built as a residence hall and named in honor of Augsburg’s second and third presidents, it contains the President’s Office, Human Resources, the Nobel Peace Prize Forum (aka “Norway Hub”), the Academic Affairs Office, Student Affairs Offices, and faculty offices for Political Science, History, Philosophy, American Indian Studies, English, Religion, Psychology, Economics, Business, and Sociology. Urness Hall (1967)—Named in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Urness, this tower provides living quarters for 324 firstyear students. Each floor is a “floor unit,” providing 36 residents, housed two to a room, with their own lounge, study, and utility areas. 8 Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships Augsburg University is accredited by:      The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) (Bachelor, Master and Doctoral level degrees) Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) (Bachelor, and Master level degrees) American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) (Bachelor, and Master level degrees) Augsburg’s programs are approved or monitored by:      American Chemical Society (ACS) Minnesota Board of Teaching Minnesota Board of Nursing Minnesota Office of Higher Education (MOHE) National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) Augsburg University is an institutional member of:                     American Association of Colleges and Universities (AACU) American Association of Colleges of Teacher Education (AACTE) American Association of Higher Education (AAHE) American Music Therapy Association, Inc. (AMTA) Association of International Education Administrators (AIEA) Campus Compact Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) Diversity Abroad Network The Forum on Education Abroad Institute of International Education (IIE) Lutheran Education Council in North America (LECNA) National Association of International Educators (NAFSA) National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) National Society for Experiential Education (NSEE) Physician Assistant Education Association Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities (ACTC) Higher Education Consortium for Urban Affairs (HECUA) Minnesota Private College Council MPCC) Twin Cities Adult Education Alliance (TCAEA) Augsburg University is registered with the Minnesota Office of Higher Education pursuant to sections 136A.61 to 136A.71. Registration is not an endorsement of the institution. Credits earned at the institution may not transfer to all other institutions. Minnesota Office of Higher Education, 1450 Energy Park Dr., Suite 350, St. Paul, MN 55108, www.ohe.state.mn.us; 651-642-0533. 9 Policies Non-Discrimination Policy Augsburg University, as affirmed in its mission, prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, military service, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship in its educational policies, admissions policies, employment, scholarship and loan programs, participation in athletic and/or school administered programs, and any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law, except in those instances where there is a bona fide occupational qualification. (Approved by Board of Regents in April 2017). Title IX Title IX refers to Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, and it prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender by institutions receiving federal money. Generally, the Title IX Coordinator is responsible for the development, implementation, and monitoring of meaningful efforts to comply with Title IX law. This includes overseeing the Title IX complaint process as well as identifying and addressing any patterns or systemic problems that arise. For further information, please contact the University’s Title IX Officer: Ann Garvey| Vice President of Student Affairs| Student Affairs Memorial Hall, Room 118G| 612-330-1168| garvey@augsburg.edu Additionally, the University has four Deputy Officers: Deputy Officer for Students: Sarah Griesse| Dean of Students Memorial Hall, Room 118F| 612-330-1489| griesse@augsburg.edu Deputy Officer for Employees: Lisa Stock| Director and Chief Human Resources Officer Memorial Hall, Room 19| 612-330-1783| stock@augsburg.edu Deputy Officer for Athletics: Kelly Anderson Diercks| Associate Athletic Director Si Melby Hall, Room 205E| 612-330-1245| diercks@augsburg.edu Deputy Officer: Leif Anderson| Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer Memorial Hall, Room 124D| 612-330-1497| andersol@augsburg.edu The Deputies work with the Title IX Coordinator to identify any patterns or systemic problems that arise and may assist as investigators of complaints. Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA), as amended, provides certain rights to students regarding their education records. Each year Augsburg University is required to give notice of the various rights accorded to students pursuant to FERPA. In accordance with FERPA, you are notified of the following: Right to inspect and review education records 10 You have the right to review and inspect substantially all of your education records maintained by or at Augsburg University. The student must request to review their education records in writing with their signature. The University will respond in a reasonable time, but no later than 45 days after receiving the request. Right to request amendment of education records You have the right to seek to have corrected any parts of an education record that you believe to be inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of your right to privacy. This includes the right to a hearing to present evidence that the record should be changed if Augsburg decides not to alter your education records according to your request. Right to give permission for disclosure of personally identifiable information You have the right to be asked and to give Augsburg your permission to disclose personally identifiable information contained in your education records, except to the extent that FERPA and the regulations regarding FERPA authorize disclosure without your permission. One such exception which permits disclosure without consent is for disclosure to school officials who have legitimate education interests. A school official is a person employed by the University in an administrative, supervisory, academic or research, or support staff position (including law enforcement unit personnel and health staff); person or company with whom the University has contracted (such as an attorney, auditor, or collection agent); a person serving on the board of regents, or a student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official performing his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility. Right to withhold disclosure of “directory information” FERPA uses the term “Directory Information” to refer to those categories of personally identifiable information that may be released for any purpose at the discretion of Augsburg University without notification of the request or disclosure to the student. Under FERPA you have the right to withhold the disclosure of the directory information listed below. Please consider very carefully the consequences of any decision by you to withhold directory information. Should you decide to inform Augsburg University not to release Directory Information, any future request for such information from persons or organizations outside of Augsburg University will be refused. “Directory information” includes the following:               The student’s name The student’s address The student’s telephone number The student’s e-mail address The student’s date and place of birth The student’s major and minor field of study The student’s academic class level The student’s enrollment status (FT/HT/LHT) The student’s participation in officially-recognized activities and sports The student’s degrees and awards received (including dates) The weight and height of members of athletic teams The student’s dates of attendance Previous educational agencies or institutions attended by the student The student’s photograph Augsburg University will honor your request to withhold all Directory Information but cannot assume responsibility to contact you for subsequent permission to release it. Augsburg assumes no liability for honoring your instructions that such information be withheld. The Registrar’s Office must be notified in writing of your intent to withhold your Directory Information. Right to complain to FERPA Office 11 You have the right to file a complaint with the Family Policy Compliance Office, US Department of Education, 400 Maryland Ave. SW, Washington, DC, 20202, concerning Augsburg’s failure to comply with FERPA. Reporting Educational Information Letters of reference must be requested in writing and explicitly indicate what information may be reported in the letter. Annual Security Report The Annual Security Report (ASR) for Augsburg University contains statistics on reported crimes on and near Augsburg property and campus, as well as institutional policies concerning campus security and crime. The Department of Public Safety prepares this annual Crime Report to comply with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act. The report is available online at www.augsburg.edu/dps/reports. For a printed copy, contact Augsburg’s Department of Public Safety at 612-330-1717. Copyright Policy Augsburg University Graduate Programs follows the norms of the US Copyright Law in granting exclusive rights under the Copyright Act to faculty and student authors to reproduce their original works, to use them as the basis for derivative. Student Rights The University has adopted a statement of student rights and responsibilities and has provided for due process in the matter of disciplinary action, grievances, and grade appeal, as outlined in the Augsburg Student Guide, at inside.augsburg.edu/studentaffairs/studentguide. Official Notices A University-provided e-mail account shall be an official means of communication with students, faculty, and staff of Augsburg University. Students, faculty, and staff are responsible for all information sent to them via the Universityprovided e-mail account. Students should regularly check their e-mail account. If a student, faculty or staff member chooses to forward their Augsburg e-mail, they are responsible for all information and attachments sent to the forwarded e-mail account. Students will also receive official notices via the A-Mail online publication and should routinely review the A-Mail. 12 Admission All graduate programs require students to have a bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited four-year institution or an equivalent degree from outside the US. All graduate students must submit completed applications. Each graduate program also has additional program requirements, which may include coursework, professional experience, testing, etc. See the program sections for these additional requirements. Please refer to each individual program’s catalog section (below) for additional instructions and for detailed information on applying to graduate programs, refer to the Graduate Admissions website at www.augsburg.edu/grad. Readmission Graduate students who have not registered for courses at Augsburg University for two or more semesters, must apply for readmission through the Registrar’s Office to resume attendance. Students who have attended other institutions during their absence from Augsburg must have an official transcript sent from each institution to the Registrar’s Office. Returning students do not pay the application fee. The last day to receive approval for readmission to the University and register for classes is the Friday prior to the start of the term. Pending approval by the graduate program, students who left on probation or who were dismissed from the University must have their readmission application and file reviewed by the program director. (Please consult with individual programs for information regarding readmission process). Non-degree Students Individuals may take coursework at Augsburg University as a non-degree-seeking student. Non-degree students can enroll on a space-available basis. Registration dates are included in the University’s Academic Calendar. Admission requires program director approval, and the student must be in good standing at all previously attended institutions. To apply for admission as a non-degree seeking student, submit the completed application, academic intent, and unofficial transcript from the bachelor’s degree granting institution to the Admissions Office. Some programs may have additional application requirements. A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution is the minimum requirement for admission. Students who have earned a bachelor’s degree outside of the United States must submit a copy of a foreign credential evaluation from World Education Services (WES) or a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluators (NACES) to confirm it is equivalent to a United States bachelor’s degree or greater. Non-degree status is conferred for only one term of enrollment. Additional terms require reapplication as a non-degree seeking student. Students may count up to 6-8 semester credits earned as a non-degree seeking student toward an Augsburg University degree with approval from the program director. Non-degree seeking students who wish to pursue a degree must reapply for admission by submitting the completed application, academic intent, official transcript from the bachelor’s degree granting institution, and any additional materials required by the program. International Students Augsburg University graduate programs encourage qualified applicants from other countries to apply. An F-1 student is a nonimmigrant who is pursuing a “full course of study” to achieve a specific educational or professional objective at an academic institution in the United States that has been designated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to offer courses of study to such students, and has been enrolled in SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System). 13 A student acquires F-1 status using form I-20, issued by a DHS-approved school through SEVIS. Status is acquired in one of two ways:   If the student is abroad, by entering the United States with the I-20 and an F-1 visa obtained at a US consulate. If the student is already in the United States and not currently in F-1 status, by sending the I-20 to USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services) with an application for change of nonimmigrant status. A student who is maintaining valid F-1 status may transfer from another DHS-approved school to Augsburg by following the transfer procedures set forth in the F-1 regulations. In addition to fulfilling all general admission requirements for a particular graduate program, prospective F-1 students must also comply with the following: English Proficiency Requirements for International Graduate Applicants To meet Augsburg University admission requirements, you must provide evidence of a sufficient command of both written and spoken English to study college courses conducted entirely in English. Below is a list of the tests and programs Augsburg University accepts as evidence for English proficiency.           TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) www.toefl.org Score report of 80 on the Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) with a sub-score of 20 on the written and 20 on the speaking sections. (The Augsburg University TOEFL code is 6014.) IELTS (International English Language Testing System) www.ielts.org Score report of 6.5. MELAB (Michigan English Language Assessment Battery) www.cambridgemichigan.org/melab Score report of 80, and score report must be accompanied by an official letter from the testing coordinator. Successful completion of a previous undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited college or university in the US, the United Kingdom, Ireland, English-speaking Canada, New Zealand, or Australia. Score reports must be sent to Augsburg directly from the testing center. Score reports must not be more than two years old. Foreign Credential Evaluation Augsburg requires foreign credential evaluation for any transcript(s) from an institution outside of the United States. This evaluation should include the following:       Analysis of credentials to determine if your degree is equivalent to an accredited US bachelor’s degree Verification the degree is equivalent, at a minimum, to a four-year US bachelor’s degree is required. Course-by-course evaluation to show your complete course listing with credit values and grades received for each course, may also be required for specific programs. Calculation of grade point average to demonstrate your cumulative grade point average using the standard US grading system, i.e., A=4.0, B=3.0, C=2.0, D=1.0, F=0.0. Translation to English (if applicable) The evaluation report must be sent directly to Augsburg’s Office of Admissions. Refer to World Education Services at www.wes.org or member of the National Association of Credential Evaluators (NACES) at www.naces.org for information on how to obtain a foreign credential evaluation. Proof of Financial Support International applicants must provide reliable documentation that they have financial resources adequate to meet expenses for the duration of their academic program, which include tuition and fees, books and supplies, room and board, health insurance, personal expenses, and living expenses for dependents (if applicable). 14 Funds may come from any dependable source, including scholarships, fellowships, sponsoring agencies, personal funds, or funds from the student’s family. Documentation of scholarships and fellowships may be in the form of an official award letter from the school or sponsoring agency; documentation of personal or family funds should be on bank letterhead stationery, or in the form of a legally binding affidavit. Government Form I-134, Affidavit of Support, or Augsburg’s Financial Sponsorship form can be used to document support being provided by a US citizen or US legal permanent resident. All financial documents such as bank statements must be dated within three months prior to the date of application. Health Insurance All F-1 international students and their dependents (if applicable) are required to have adequate health insurance coverage for the duration of their program. International students will be enrolled in the Augsburg international student plan unless they fill out a waiver verifying proof of coverage through an alternative provider for the same period. 15 Financing Your Education Costs The Board of Regents approves the costs for the academic year. The board reviews costs annually and makes changes as required. Augsburg reserves the right to adjust charges should economic conditions necessitate. Full-Time vs. Half-Time Graduate students will need to be enrolled in 3 credits to be considered half-time and 6 credits to be considered fulltime. Tuition and Fees          Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Master of Arts in Nursing (MAN) Master of Arts in Education (MAE) Master of Arts in Leadership (MAL) Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Master of Social Work (MSW) Master of Business Administration (MBA) Master of Music Therapy (MMT) Master of Science in Physician Assistant (MPA) $930 per 1.0 credit $724 per 1.0 credit $485 per 1.0 credit $759 per 1.0 credit $679 per 1.0 credit $679 per 1.0 credit $849 per 1.0 credit $859 per 1.0 credit $799 per 1.0 credit Tuition Students are charged per credit. All associated costs must be paid by the beginning of each semester to avoid accruing finance charges, unless you have enrolled in an official payment plan through Student Financial Services. Fees Specific courses or programs may have additional fees associated with them, such as lab or supply fees. Payments Semester Charges Prior to the start of each semester, a statement of estimated charges showing charges and financial aid credits designated by the Student Financial Services Office is sent to the student via e-mail. All statements are available online through AugNet’s Records and Registration site. Payments can be made online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/make-a-payment. Augsburg may charge late fees and interest on delinquent accounts. Review the full policy regarding past due balances online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/disclosure Payment Options Augsburg University offers payment plan options for all students. Information about payment plans is available online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/payment-plans-and-discounts. Payment Policy Students at Augsburg University are obligated to pay Term Fees and additional charges when they register for each academic term. “Term Fees” include tuition, room and board charges and other fees initiated during your time as a student. Students are responsible to pay for all of these charges regardless of whether financial aid is received or employers or other third parties pay as agreed. “Term Fees” are subject to refund only to the extent allowed under the Augsburg University Tuition Refund Policy. 16 Augsburg accepts the following forms of payment: Cash Students and guest payers may make cash payments in-person at the Enrollment Center. Cash should never be mailed. Students will receive a receipt of their cash payment. Check Students and guest payers may pay their term fees via check either in-person at the Enrollment Center, through mail, or online using e-check/ACH. A $30 NSF Fee will be added for any payment returned by the bank for Non-Sufficient Funds. A receipt will automatically be sent electronically for any online payments. Students who pay in-person or through mail may request a receipt of the check payment. Credit Card/Debit Card Students and guest payers may make student account payments online with a Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express credit card. As of June 10th, 2016, Augsburg will no longer accept credit card or debit card payments in-person, over the phone, or through the mail. Credit cards will only be accepted online via Cashnet, a vendor contracted by Augsburg. Because Cashnet charges Augsburg for their services, a credit card service fee of 2.75 percent will be associated with any credit card payment made to the University. This is to offset the approximately $250,000 in costs that Augsburg accrues annually for providing credit card payment options to our students. Augsburg will not receive any part of the service fee and will not be profiting from it. Financial Aid All students who wish to be considered for financial assistance must reapply each year. In addition to reapplying for aid, students must make satisfactory academic progress toward the attainment of their degree or certificate as stipulated in the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) section of this catalog. Financial assistance awarded through Augsburg may be a combination of grants and loans. The University cooperates with federal, state, church, and private agencies in providing various aid programs. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) helps determine the amount of assistance for which a student is eligible. This analysis takes into account such family financial factors as current income, assets, number of dependent family members, other educational expenses, retirement needs, and special considerations. Types of Aid A student applying for aid from Augsburg applies for assistance in general rather than for a specific scholarship or grant (except as noted). Institutional Grants/Discounts Augsburg offers grants/discounts for a variety of different students. Specific information about the different grants and scholarships, along with eligibility requirements, can be found online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/paymentplans-and-discounts. Loan Assistance Graduate students must be enrolled at least half-time in order to receive federal loans. Three semester credits per term is considered half-time. Six semester credits per term is considered full-time.   Federal Unsubsidized Direct Student Loan Interest begins accruing on the date of disbursement and the borrower is responsible for all interest. The borrower may choose to make payments while in school or may defer payments and allow interest to accrue and be capitalized (added to the balance of the loan). 17   Federal Graduate Loan Program (PLUS) Graduate PLUS is a loan program to help graduate students meet college costs. Students may borrow up to the cost of attendance (minus all other student financial aid). Further information about loan programs can be found online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial. Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Federal regulations require that all higher education institutions establish and implement a policy to measure whether students [1] receiving financial aid [2] are making satisfactory academic progress toward the completion of a degree. The purpose of this policy is to make sure that students who receive financial aid are using this money wisely. It is meant to curtail the use of financial aid by students who fail to successfully complete their course work. Failure to meet the following standards makes a student ineligible for all institutional, federal, and state financial aid. Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress    Minimum GPA Requirements - Graduate Students must maintain a minimum 2.50 cumulative GPA based on the entire academic record. Minimum Credits Completed - Graduate Students must earn a cumulative 66.67% of the credits attempted based on the entire academic record. A completed credit has a grade of A – D- or P. Credits earned and completed will include accepted cumulative transfer credits as defined by the Registrar’s Office. Unsatisfactory grades “W (withdrawn),” “I (Incomplete),” “F/FN (Zero),” and “N (Not Passing)” are counted towards the cumulative attempted credits. Repeated and remedial courses are not counted towards the cumulative attempted credits. Maximum Time Frame - To demonstrate academic progress, graduate students must complete their degree objective within 150% of the length of the program (varies per program). Monitoring and Evaluating Progress In order to ensure SAP standards are being met, the Student Financial Services Office will evaluate students’ academic achievement at the end of each term. After the student’s record is evaluated and the Student Financial Services Office determines the student’s GPA or completion rate to be unsatisfactory, the student will be placed on Financial Aid Warning or Financial Aid Suspension. Students will be notified through their Augsburg email if they fail to meet SAP standards. Financial Aid Warning A student who fails to meet SAP standards will be placed on Financial Aid Warning for the following term of enrollment. Students placed on Financial Aid Warning will still be eligible to receive financial aid. Financial Aid Warning will last for one term. If at the end of the term, the student meets SAP standards the Financial Aid Warning will conclude. Students currently on Financial Aid Warning who do not meet SAP standards at the end of the term will be placed on Financial Aid Suspension. Financial Aid Suspension A student who fails to meet either the minimum GPA requirement and/or minimum credits attempted while on Financial Aid Warning will be placed on Financial Aid Suspension. A student on Financial Aid Suspension is ineligible to receive any form of financial aid. A student on Financial Aid Suspension may submit an appeal to reinstate their financial aid. Financial Aid Suspension will conclude when the student meets SAP standards, or successfully appeals. Financial Aid will be suspended when a student placed on Financial Aid Suspension does not meet SAP standards. Because grades may not be available before the beginning of the next scheduled term, it is possible that financial aid may be disbursed to a student before the review can be conducted. In the event that a student is found to be ineligible for the financial aid that has been disbursed due to a failure to meet one of the Standards, the aid that was disbursed will be canceled, and returned to the appropriate program(s). 18 Right to Appeal Students who have had their financial aid suspended may submit the SAP Appeal Form to the Student Financial Services Office. The SAP Appeal Form must be completely filled out, along with any additional documents required by the SAP Committee. The appeal should state reasons why the student failed to meet SAP standards, and what changed for the student that will allow the student to demonstrate progress towards meeting SAP standards. The appeal will be decided by the SAP Committee. All decisions made by the Committee are final. If a student’s appeal is approved, they will be placed on Financial Aid Probation. If a student’s appeal is denied, they will remain on Financial Aid Suspension and will remain ineligible for financial aid. Financial Aid Probation A student who has been placed on Financial Aid Suspension and successfully appeals SAP will be place on Financial Aid Probation. A student on Financial Aid Probation will be eligible to receive financial aid. Financial Aid Probation will last for one term. If at the end of the term, the student meets SAP standards, the Financial Aid Probation will conclude. Students currently on Financial Aid Probation who do not meet the standards at the end of the term are placed on Financial Aid Suspension and are no longer eligible for financial aid. [1] Include all degree seeking students in both the Undergraduate Day and Augsburg for Adults, and all Graduate programs. [2] Financial Aid is defined as: Augsburg Institutional Aid, Federal Title IV funding, and Minnesota State Financial Aid programs. Student Account Financial Disclosure Students at Augsburg University are obligated to pay Term Fees and additional charges when they register for each academic term. “Term Fees” include tuition, room and board charges and other fees initiated during your time as a student. Students are responsible to pay for all of these charges regardless of whether financial aid is received or employers or other third parties pay as agreed. “Term Fees” are subject to refund only to the extent allowed under the Augsburg University Tuition Refund Policy. Statements and account history are available online through AugNet Records and Registration. Augsburg University may require someone to co-sign on the students’ obligations in special cases, such as when a student has a history of late or missed payments. When a co-signer’s signature is required, both students and co-signers are responsible for payment of all costs incurred (including collection costs and fees of any collection agency and/or attorney, if applicable) and all other conditions outlined on the Student Account Financial Disclosure. Results of Balances Not Paid in Full Augsburg may charge late fees and interest on delinquent accounts. Missed or late payments will be subject to a late payment charge and/or a finance charge on the overdue balance from the date the balance was due until payment in full is received. If your account is not paid in full on the first day of the term, finance charges at the rate of 8% per year (.67% per month) will be added onto your student account balance. For example, this means that for every $1,000 owed you will receive $6.70 a month in finance charges. A $30 NSF Fee will be added for any payment returned by the bank for Non-Sufficient Funds. Past Due Accounts If the student does not set up a formal payment plan with Augsburg’s Student Financial Services department, Augsburg reserves the right to demand payment of the entire balance owed by that student and to take steps to collect it. Augsburg may cancel the student’s registration, prevent the student from registering for future terms, withhold transcripts or diplomas, remove the student from on-campus housing, turn the student’s account over to a collection agency or take legal action to collect any past due balance. Each student authorizes Augsburg to release financial information about her or his account and other pertinent information such as address and phone number to third parties who are dealing with the collection of the account balance. By providing us with a telephone number for a 19 cellular phone or other wireless device, you are expressly consenting to receive communications – including but not limited to prerecorded or artificial voice message calls, text messages, and calls made by an automatic telephone dialing system – from us and our affiliates and agents at that number. This express consent applies to each such telephone number that you provide to us now or in the future and permits such calls regardless of their purpose. Calls and messages may incur access fees from your cellular provider. Each student also agrees to reimburse Augsburg University, or its agents, the fees of any collection agency, which may be based on a percentage at a maximum of 40% of the debt, and all costs and expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, we incur in such collection efforts. Please note that, due to the Bankruptcy Reform Act, educational benefits are generally exempt from discharge under bankruptcy. The terms of this agreement remain in effect until all Term Fees and other charges are paid in full. Financial Policy Registration is permitted only if the student’s account for a previous term is paid in full or if the student is making scheduled payments in accordance with an approved payment plan. Augsburg University will not release student academic transcripts or graduation diplomas/certificates until all student account charges are paid in full or, in the case of student loan funds administered by the University (Federal Perkins Student Loan), are current according to established repayment schedules and the loan entrance and exit interviews have been completed. Tuition Refund Students are eligible for a 100% tuition refund for any courses they drop without notation through the date labeled “Last day to drop without a ‘W’ grade & 100% refund – Full Semester class” on the Academic Calendar. After this date, students are no longer eligible for any refund of tuition unless they withdraw from all of their courses. This policy is effective whether or not a student has attended classes. Students withdrawing from all of a term’s courses may receive a 50% tuition refund when they withdraw by the date labeled “Last day to withdraw with 50% refund – Full Semester class” on the Academic Calendar. Students are responsible for cancelling courses through the Registrar’s Office (or online) in order to be eligible for any refund. Students who unofficially withdraw (stop attending) but do not complete the drop/add form are responsible for all charges. Financial aid may be adjusted based on the student’s last recorded date of attendance. Refund calculations are based on the date that the drop/add form is processed. Medical Refund If a student is forced to withdraw from one or more courses in a term due to illness or an accident, a request for a medical refund should be made through the Academic/Financial Petition. Petition forms are available through the Registrar’s Office website. An extra medical refund may be granted by the Committee upon submission of documentation from the attending doctor, on letterhead, verifying the medical circumstances. Unofficial Withdrawal Federal regulations require that records of financial aid recipients who earn failing grades in all their classes be reviewed. If courses are not completed (e.g., unofficial withdrawal, stopped attending), the University is required to refund financial aid to the appropriate sources according to federal or Augsburg refund policies based on the last recorded date of attendance. Students are responsible for the entire cost of the term including the portion previously covered by financial aid should they stop attending. Students are strongly urged to follow guidelines for complete withdrawal. If there are extenuating circumstances, a petition to have the cost of tuition refunded can be made. Petition forms are available online through the Registrar’s Office website. A student who registers, does not attend any classes, and does not withdraw may petition to withdraw retroactively. The student must petition within six months of the end of term and provide proof of non-attendance. Proof can include, but is not limited to, statements from each instructor that the student never attended, or documentation of attendance for the term at another college or university. If approved, grades of W will be recorded and tuition charges for the term will be replaced with an administrative cancellation fee of $300. 20 Financial Aid Policy Financial aid such as federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships are awarded based upon the total number of registered credits on the “Last day to add with faculty signature – Full Semester class” as noted on the Academic Calendar. Students must register for internships, Time 2 classes, and ACTC classes before the “Last day to add with faculty signature-Full Semester class”. Financial aid will not be adjusted for classes added after this date. Students must earn the financial aid they are awarded each semester by actively attending and participating in classes throughout the semester. Financial aid is recalculated when students do any of the following: drop classes without a “W” grade, fail to begin classes, cease to attend classes, fail all classes, or fully withdraw from all classes. Financial Aid – Return of Title IV Funds Policy Students must earn the financial aid they are awarded each semester. A student can earn their aid by attending classes. Augsburg must always return any unearned Title IV funds it is responsible for returning within 45 days of the date the school determined the student withdrew. The withdrawal date used in the return to title IV calculation of a student’s federal financial aid is the actual date indicated on the official withdraw record. If a student stops attending classes without notifying the University, the withdrawal date will be the last date of academic activity determined by the University. Federal/State Aid Adjustments Augsburg is required to return unearned federal/state aid for students who fully withdraw from their courses. The Return to Title IV calculation is based on the total number of days in the semester compared to the total number of days that a student attended classes before the last date of attendance. If the student receives more aid than they ‘earned’, then the ‘unearned portion’ of the student’s aid must be returned to the U.S.Department of Education. After 60% of the term has passed, students are eligible to keep all of their federal/state aid. If you are planning to completely withdraw from your courses, please see a Student Financial Services counselor to determine what aid may need to be returned. Financial aid will be returned to the aid program from which it came. If returned to a loan program, your outstanding balance will be reduced by the amount of the return. Aid will be returned in the following order: 1. Unsubsidized Direct Loan 2. Direct Graduate PLUS Loans 3. TEACH Grant Institutional Aid Adjustments Augsburg will return institutional aid for students who partially withdraw or fully withdraw from courses. If students withdraw from their courses they will receive a 50% tuition refund and 50% of their institutional aid will be removed. If a student withdraws after the last day to receive a tuition refund, there will be no adjustment to their institutional aid. Post-Withdrawal Disbursement If a student earned more aid than was disbursed to him/her, the student may be eligible for a post-withdrawal disbursement. Augsburg’s financial aid office will notify the student in writing if he/she is eligible for a post-withdrawal disbursement of Title IV loan funds. A student or parent borrower must first confirm in writing whether he/she accepts/declines all or some of the loan funds offered as a post-withdrawal disbursement. A post-withdrawal disbursement of Federal grant funds does not require student acceptance or approval. The University will seek the student’s authorization to use a post-withdrawal disbursement for all other educationally related charges in addition to tuition and fees. Credit Refund Augsburg students may be eligible to receive a credit refund if their financial aid exceeds tuition and fee charges for a term. Credit refunds are issued within two weeks after the last day to drop courses without recorded notation. Financial 21 Aid needs to be finalized (You can verify your financial aid status online through Track Your Financial Aid) and applied to a student’s account (Check your Transaction History online to verify all of your financial aid has been applied to your account and nothing is left pending) before the credit refund can be issued. Changes in enrollment status, housing status, and program status may affect financial aid eligibility and credit refunds. Students who are enrolled less than half-time (less than 6.0 credits for undergraduates, less than 3.0 credit for graduates) may not be eligible for financial aid; however, students may apply for private alternative loans. Registration changes made from the first week of the term through midterm may require a return of financial aid funds. Students who drop courses may receive a tuition refund, but some forms of financial aid may have to be adjusted before a refund will be available. Financial aid return of funds may take up to 30-45 days to be processed. Bookstore Students who are registered for the upcoming term will be allowed to charge up to $750 to their student account. Students DO NOT need to request a bookstore account this year. Please plan ahead and purchase books and supplies before the scheduled cut off dates; plan ahead for courses that start midterm as you will be unable to charge anything to your student account after the cut-off date. Students’ accounts will be billed for only what was spent on their bookstore accounts before credit refunds are issued. If your bookstore charges create a balance on your account, you need to make payments in accordance with your statement. Bookstore purchases charged to a student account are intended for students who have excess financial aid funds to cover their tuition, fees, AND their books or supplies. Please contact Student Financial Services before you purchase books if you need to discuss payment options. Due to the financial aid cycle, you can only charge expenses to your bookstore account during specific times. Third Party If you are expecting a third party to cover the cost of your books, you will need to turn in an itemized receipt of your purchases to the Student Financial Services Office, along with your invoice request. Additional Funds If the cost of your textbooks and supplies are above $750 in one term, you have enough financial aid to cover the additional costs, and you would like to charge the additional amount to your student account, please send the following information to Student Financial Services (studentfinances@augsburg.edu). All requests need to be in writing. Subject: Request for additional funds Full Name: Student ID number: Additional request: Students will receive an e-mail when the additional request has been processed. Accounts are opened as quickly as possible, but it could take up to two business days for activation. Consumer Information Loss of Financial Aid Due to Drug Offense A student, who is convicted of a state or federal offense involving the possession or sale of an illegal drug that occurred while the student was enrolled in school and receiving Title IV aid, is not eligible for Title IV funds. [An illegal drug is a controlled substance as defined by the Controlled Substance Act and does not include alcohol and tobacco. A borrower’s eligibility is based on the student’s self-certification on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Convictions that are reversed, set aside or removed from the student’s record, or a determination arising from a juvenile court proceeding do not affect eligibility and do not need to be reported by the student. 22 A student who is convicted of a drug-related offense that occurred while the student was enrolled in school and receiving Title IV aid loses Title IV eligibility as follows: For the possession of illegal drugs: First offense: one year from the date of conviction. Second offense: two years from the date of the second conviction. Third offense: indefinitely from the date of the third conviction. For the sale of illegal drugs: First offense: two years from the date of conviction. Second offense: indefinitely from the date of the second conviction. A school must provide a student who loses Title IV eligibility due to a drug-related conviction with a timely, separate, clear, and conspicuous written notice. The notice must advise the student of his or her loss of Title IV eligibility and the ways in which the student may regain that eligibility. Regaining Eligibility after a Drug Conviction A student may regain eligibility at any time by completing an approved drug rehabilitation program and by informing the school that he or she has done so. A student regains Title IV eligibility on the date he or she successfully completes the program. A drug rehabilitation program is considered approved for these purposes if it includes at least two unannounced drug tests and meets one of the following criteria:     The program received or is qualified to receive funds directly or indirectly under a federal, state, or local government program. The program is administered or recognized by a federal, state, or local government agency or court. The program received or is qualified to receive payment directly or indirectly from a federally or state licensed insurance company. The program administered or recognized by a federally or state-licensed hospital, health clinic, or medical doctor. Policies may change throughout an academic year if necessary to comply with federal, state, or institutional changes or regulations. 23 Student Resources/Academic and Support Services Lindell Library Resources The James G. Lindell Family Library is home to a collection of almost 400,000 books, more than half of which are ebooks that can be read online or downloaded at your convenience. Students also have access to millions of journal articles, over 60,000 streaming videos, nearly 200 databases, and a wide assortment of movies on DVD or VHS. Lindell also houses significant collections of juvenile literature and K-12 curriculum materials, as well as the University’s archives and special collections. Our digital collections include full runs of campus publications such as The Augsburgian, The Echo, and Murphy Square as well as numerous audio and video recordings documenting the university’s history. If that still isn’t enough, Lindell Library offers an interlibrary loan (ILL) service free of charge. Augsburg students can borrow any type of research material - books, journal articles, videos, music scores, and more - from almost any library in the world and these materials will be delivered directly to Lindell Library at no cost to you. Research Support Research help is always available, either online or in person, at Lindell Library’s Learning Commons. Our research guides, available on the library’s website, provide access to key research materials on topics as wide-ranging as health and physical education, film studies, computer science, or music therapy. Students can set up individual research consultations with a librarian at Lindell’s Learning Commons desk, by phone at 612-330-1604, by email at refdesk@augsburg.edu, or chat with an expert 24/7 through our Ask-A-Librarian service at library.augsburg.edu. Other Cool Stuff Libraries are more than just books and databases, they are places to gather for collaborative research or quiet study and reflection. At Lindell Library, you can do both. Ten group study rooms are available on the top floor of Lindell Library, and can be reserved up to two weeks in advance. The lower level is a designated quiet study space for those who prefer to work alone. Whether working on individual research or a large group project, Augsburg students can check out all sorts of equipment from the Library’s Circulation Desk, including laptops, cameras, microphones, and other AV equipment. If your research takes you off campus or you just want to explore the Twin Cities, you can check out a bike or a MetroTransit Go-To Card for use on buses and the light rail. Both are available at no cost. The staff at Lindell Library are eager to help you with all your research needs. Stop by anytime that the library is open (hours are always posted on the library’s website), or contact us at: library.augsburg.edu refdesk@augsburg.edu 612-330-1604 Information Technology Services Augsburg University has built a reputation as a leader in its commitment to provide students with relevant and timely access to information technology and training. Visit the Student Technology website, inside.augsburg.edu/techdesk, for more on Information Technology at Augsburg. Computing Students have access to more than 250 on-campus computers. Both PC and Macintosh desktop computers are available in the Lindell Library Learning Commons and computer lab, and in the 24-hour Urness computer lab. The University has four computer classrooms, 40+ technology-enhanced classrooms and one video conferencing-enabled classroom. The circulation desk in Lindell Library has 40 laptops available for use in the library. Several computer clusters are available for more specific student use within academic departments. A high-speed fiber optic campus network provides access to AugNet online services, printing, and to the internet. Network-ready student 24 machines can connect to the campus network from residence hall rooms or any building on campus using WiFi. All of the AugNet online services are available securely on- and off-campus. Center for Learning and Accessible Student Services (CLASS) The Center for Learning and Accessible Student Services (CLASS) provides individualized accommodations and academic support for students with documented learning, attention, psychiatric, sensory, and physical disabilities, as well as those with temporary disabilities. CLASS has been recognized as a leader in its field, helping these students gain access to the curriculum. Its mission is a reflection of Augsburg’s commitment to providing a rigorous and challenging, yet supportive, liberal arts education to students with diverse backgrounds, preparations, and experiences. Each term, Disability Specialists work directly with students to develop a plan for ensuring they have equal access to Augsburg courses, programs, activities, and facilities. Students are encouraged to meet regularly with their specialist, and discussions may include:      Accommodations for testing and coursework (e.g., extended time, note-taking) Referrals to other campus resources (e.g., tutoring, student technology assistance, academic advising, counseling, financial aid) Training and use of assistive technology through the Groves Accommodations Laboratory Coaching on academic, organizational, and time management skills Campus living accommodations The Disability Specialists may also consult with instructors, academic advisors, and other members of the faculty, staff, or administration as they work to facilitate equal access for each student. Taking advantage of these accommodations and services, however, remains the student’s responsibility. Any Augsburg student who wants to establish eligibility for accommodations and services should schedule a meeting with a Specialist to discuss their needs, as well as appropriate documentation of their disability. CLASS also provides informal screenings for students who suspect they may have a learning-related disability. These screenings are meant only to help students determine whether they should seek a thorough evaluation by a qualified professional. Academic accommodations are intended to ensure access to educational opportunities for students with disabilities and may not fundamentally alter the basic nature or essential components of an institution’s courses or programs. The services and technology provided by CLASS are enhanced by the generous support of the Gage family and Groves Foundation. For further information, call 612-330-1053. International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) ISSS is responsible for advising degree-seeking international students and exchange students. Members of the ISSS team serve as Designated School Officials (DSO) for the University’s F-1 student visa program and as Responsible Officer (RO) for the University’s J-1 student/scholar exchange program. A DSO ensures institutional and individual compliance with the law and government policies pertaining to F-1 students. The RO ensures institutional and individual compliance with the law and government policies pertaining to J-1 exchange students and scholars. ISSS advises students regarding the F and J regulations so that students maintain their F or J immigration status, as well as providing support for international students in adjusting to life in the U.S. and in achieving their academic goals. 25 Academic Policies and Procedures Academic Calendars All graduate programs meet on a semester calendar. The Academic Calendars can be found at www.augsburg.edu/registrar. All academic calendars are subject to change without notice. Academic Policies The University and its faculty subscribe to the Statement of Principles on Academic Freedom as promulgated by the American Association of University Professors and the Association of American Colleges. Academic Honesty A university is a community of learners whose relationship relies on trust. Honesty is necessary to preserve the integrity and credibility of scholarship by the Augsburg University community. Academic dishonesty, therefore, is not tolerated. As a University requirement, student course projects, papers, and examinations may include a statement by the student pledging to abide by the University’s academic honesty policies and to uphold the highest standards of academic integrity. (See Augsburg’s Academic Honesty Policy in the Student Guide). Evaluation and Grading Evaluation of academic performance is based on letter grades using an A ‐ F scale. Grading option cannot be changed from traditional (A - F) to Pass/No Credit. Explanation of grades: Grade A AB+ B BC+ C CD+ D DF P N Grade Points Description 4.00 Excellent 3.67 3.33 3.00 Undergraduate: Good Graduate: Satisfactory 2.67 2.33 2.00 Undergraduate only: Satisfactory 1.67 1.33 1.00 Poor 0.67 0.00 Failure 0.00 Pass* 0.00 No Pass *The letter equivalent of a P grade is a C- / 1.67 or higher for undergraduate courses and a B / 3.0 or higher for graduate courses. Pass/No Pass Grades In graduate courses, the grading option cannot be changed from the traditional A ‐ F grading scale to the Pass/No Pass grading system. 26 Some graduate courses only use the Pass/No Pass grading system. In order to receive a grade of P, students must achieve at least a grade of B. Incomplete (I) Grades Incomplete grades (I) are to be given only in the case of extreme emergency (i.e. illness, family emergency, death in the family, military commitment). If you have any questions regarding the qualifying emergency please contact the Registrar’s Office for verification. An incomplete grade (I) may be awarded when the instructor grants permission after determining that a student emergency may delay completion of coursework. Students who receive an incomplete grade should be capable of passing the course if they satisfactorily complete outstanding course requirements. To receive an incomplete grade, a student must file an Application for Incomplete Grade form with the Registrar’s Office that states the reasons for the request, outlines the work required to complete the course, and includes the course instructor’s signature. The instructor may stipulate the terms and conditions that apply to course completion; however, students may not attend the same course (or a portion of the same course) in a following term with an incomplete grade. The student must complete the outstanding work in enough time to allow evaluation of the work by the instructor and the filing of a grade before the final day of the following academic term in the student’s program. If the work is not completed by the specified date of the following academic term, the grade for the course becomes 0.0. Extension (X) Grades Internships, independent studies, and directed studies may sometimes last longer than one term. When this is the case, they must be completed by the grading deadlines within one year from the beginning of the first term of registration. A grade of X (extension) is given by the instructor to indicate that the study is extended. It is expected that students given X extensions will continue to communicate with their instructors and demonstrate that satisfactory progress is being maintained. A final grade will be issued at the end of the term in which the work is completed and evaluated (but not longer than one year). An instructor has the right to not grant an extension where satisfactory progress is not demonstrated. If the course is not completed, a grade of F will be assigned. Withdrawal (W) Grade A course is given a grade of W (withdrawn) when it is dropped after the deadline for dropping classes without a W grade and before the last day to withdraw. Withdrawals negatively impact credit completion rate but do not negatively impact the grade point average. Repeated Courses A course in which a grade of F, FN, D-, D, D+, C-, C, C+, B-, or N has been received may be repeated for credit. Courses in which higher grades have been earned may not be repeated for credit and a grade, but may be audited (exceptions are made for academic programs with minimum grade requirements of a B+ or higher or other catalog policies that require a course to be retaken). All courses taken each semester and grades earned, including W and N, will be recorded on the academic record. Only the credits and grades earned for the most recent attempt, for legitimately repeated courses, are counted toward graduation and in the grade point average. Courses completed at Augsburg University must be repeated at Augsburg to be included in the repeat policy. Auditing Courses Students who wish to take courses without credit or grade may do so by registering for Audit (V) on a space-available basis. Graduate students will be charged an audit fee of $1,000. The signature of the instructor is required to register an audit. Students who audit a course should confer with the instructor within two weeks of the beginning of the term to determine expectations, attendance, and any other requirements. If expectations have been met, the course will be listed on the transcript with a V grade. If expectations have not been met, the course will be listed with a grade of W. Audited courses do not count towards graduation. 27 Grade Point Average The grade point average (GPA) is based on final grades for all work at Augsburg. It does not include credit and grade points for work transferred from other institutions. The formula for calculating the GPA = Total grade points divided by number of credits attempted with A to F grades assigned. The following grading symbols are not included in the GPA calculation: Symbol P S N V W I X IP R GRT L NG Explanation Fall 2017 to Present: Pass, C- or higher undergraduate or B or higher graduate work; Prior to Fall 2017: Pass, 2.0 or higher undergraduate or 3.0 or higher graduate work Satisfactory No pass, no credit Audit, no credit Withdrawn Incomplete Extension, incomplete In progress Repeat Credit granted Required lab component (a credit-bearing grade was earned in the corresponding lecture course) Not graded, no credit Attendance Attendance and participation are critical to the success of any course. Evaluation of the level and quality of participation may be incorporated into the course grade. We view attendance as a joint commitment of both instructors and students to our professional development. Each instructor has the authority to specify attendance and participation requirements to address the needs of particular courses, individual students, or various learning styles. Lack of attendance may result in a failing grade and the requirement to repeat the course. Students must notify the professor in advance of any expected absence. In the case of emergency, when prior notification is not possible, students must notify the professor of an absence as soon as possible. Non-Attendance/Non-Participation Attendance/participation in class is important for academic success and financial aid. Therefore, students are dropped for non-attendance/non-participation after the 10th business day of the term if reported by the instructor. Students are ultimately responsible for dropping classes if they no longer plan to attend/participate. Students who have been dropped and wish to re-enroll must submit an Academic/Financial Petition. Graduate Continuation Policy Students registering for the final project course must complete the Final Project Registration/Graduate Continuation Contract by the last day to add with faculty signature for a Full Semester class as noted on the Academic Calendar. Upon receipt of the contract, the Registrar’s Office will enroll the student in the Continuation Program for 7 semesters. Entry into the Continuation Program maintains students’ active status in the graduate program, including library and AugNet Services. If a grade is not received by the grading deadline of the 7th semester, the grade will change from X to N. Students who wish to complete the final project after receiving a failing grade must meet with the program director to evaluate readmission to the University and program. Students who are readmitted may need to complete additional coursework 28 and will need to pay tuition and fees for any additional courses. If/when the final project course is completed, the new grade would replace the previous N grade. Students may withdraw from the University, and thus from the Continuation Program and the final project course, at any point during the continuation period and receive a W notation on the transcript for the final project course. Following a withdrawal, students are welcome to meet with the program director to evaluate readmission to the University and program. Students who are readmitted may need to complete additional coursework and will need to pay full tuition and fees for any additional courses. If/when the final project course is completed, the new grade would replace the previous W grade. Credit and Contact Hours Augsburg’s credit hour policy follows the federal guidelines in defining a semester credit hour as one fifty-minute period of instruction and 100 minutes of out-of-class work per week for fifteen weeks, or the equivalent amount of student work completed over a different time frame or via a different delivery method. All Augsburg programs follow the semester calendar with semester lengths from 14-16 weeks. Augsburg offers a summer semester which follows the same format as both fall and spring semester. Students must take at least 3 credits to be considered half-time, and 6 or more credits to be considered full-time. Students may take up to 22 credits. Degree Requirements To be conferred the graduate degree, all graduate students must achieve the following:    Successful completion of all required courses A cumulative GPA of 3.0; Physician Assistant students must consult the PA Program Progression Standards Policy. Successful completion of all degree requirements within the stipulated period of matriculation or a signed continuation agreement with Augsburg University. Probation and Dismissal Graduate students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average. If a student falls below a 3.0 average, the student will be placed on academic probation for the following term. A 3.0 cumulative grade point average must be restored in order for a student to be removed from probation. Graduate students in the Physician Assistant must consult the PA Program Progression Standards Policy. A student whose GPA falls below the required GPA for his/her graduate program (3.0 in most programs) in two or more terms may be subject to probation or dismissal. A plan for the student to continue in the program may be worked out with the program director. Students may also be dismissed for violation of standards of behavior defined by their profession, their program, or the University. Dismissal Appeals Process A student may appeal a program’s dismissal decision using the University’s program dismissal appeals process. Appeals are limited to procedural errors that the student can demonstrate negatively affected the outcome. The student initiates the appeal process by submitting a hard copy of the statement of appeal to the Assistant Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of Graduate Studies (AVP-Graduate Studies); email is not acceptable. The statement must identify each procedural error and state how each error negatively affected the outcome. The statement of appeal will be the only basis of the student’s appeal. The AVP-Graduate Studies must receive the student’s statement of appeal within 14 calendar days of the date on the department’s written notification of dismissal. The AVP-Graduate Studies will send a copy of the statement of appeal to the program chair/director. The program must submit a response to the student’s statement of appeal within 15 business days of the date that the statement was 29 received by the AVP-Graduate Studies’ office. A hard copy of the program’s response should be submitted to the AVPGraduate Studies. The AVP-Graduate Studies will send a copy of the program’s response to the student. The AVP-Graduate Studies will convene the Program Dismissal Appeals Committee, which will include the AVP-Graduate Studies as a non-voting chair and three program faculty members (one from programs not named in the appeal: Business, Creative Writing, Education, Leadership, Nursing, Physician Assistant Studies, Social Work). The Program Dismissal Appeals Committee will schedule its hearing within 15 business days of receipt of the program’s statement of response. The Committee will meet with the student and a program representative to review the procedures and ask questions of both the student and the program representative. The student and program representative may each bring a third party to the review meeting (limited to an Augsburg University faculty member, staff member, or student). The role of the third party representative is to provide support to the student or the program representative, not to serve as an advocate during the meeting. Dropping or Withdrawing Courses may be dropped or withdrawn online through AugNet Records and Registration or with a Registration Form. For drop and withdrawal deadlines see the Academic Calendar. Independent Study Students may request to complete an independent study course as an addition to the required coursework. A faculty sponsor is required for an independent study project, and project proposals must be approved by the program director in order to receive credit. Normally, independent study may not be used as a replacement for a standard course offered in the curriculum, with the exception of the general elective (if approved). A special Directed/Independent Study Registration form is required. Term Off Students may take up to two semesters off and have continued access to Augsburg email and AugNet Services. If a student is not registered after 10th day of the third semester, the student’s file will be deactivated and the student will need to submit an Application for Readmission to re-enroll. For an absence of any length, students should coordinate with their program director prior to leaving. Due to a variety of program schedules and cohorts for some degrees, it is required that students meet with their advisor and obtain the advice of their director. Evaluation of Transfer Credit Students may petition the program director for transfer credit to apply to program requirements. The transfer of credit will be evaluated on an individual basis. Students will be asked to provide appropriate documentation regarding previous coursework, including but not limited to an official transcript, course description, and syllabus. In order to be considered for transfer, a course must be from a regionally-accredited college or university and graded B or better. Courses must have been taken at the graduate level and course content must be comparable to program requirements at Augsburg. The maximum number of semester credits that can be transferred is:        Master of Arts in Education (6) Master of Arts in Leadership (6) Master of Arts in Nursing (9) Master of Business Administration (18) Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing (12) Master of Music Therapy (Contact program director) Master of Science, Physician Assistant Studies (Contact program coordinator) 30   Master of Social Work (22) Doctor of Nursing Practice (Contact program director) Augsburg credits are calculated in semester hours. If you completed courses at other institutions that are quarter hours, they will be converted to semester hours. One quarter hour equates to two-thirds of a semester hour. Courses and credits that are accepted in transfer are recorded on the student’s transcript. Grades and grade points from other institutions are not transferred to Augsburg and are not included in the student’s cumulative grade point average. Definition of Official Transcript Official transcripts are marked with institutional security features, date, and appropriate signature. Augsburg University accepts official transcripts directly from another institution’s Office of the Registrar or a secure authenticated designated party. The transcript must arrive at Augsburg University in an envelope sealed by the issuing institution or via an encrypted electronic method (adapted from AACRAO, 2018). 31 Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree includes all the required coursework to obtain your Minnesota teaching license in your area of expertise. The MAT program is designed for students seeking their initial license. Students who already possess a teaching license who are interested in a second license should look at the MAE program. Our program is unique in that it integrates an Early Career Teacher Seminar as a capstone experience that is designed to help you be successful in your career as a teacher. Our licensure concentrations are offered through a mix of undergraduate and graduate courses. We offer the following concentrations for the MAT Degree: Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Special Education, English as a Second Language. MAT with a concentration in Elementary Education 33 Graduate Credit Hours / 75 Total Credit Hours 100 Out of Class Field Hours Required This program is designed to prepare teachers for grades K-6. Optional endorsements in middle school specialty areas of math, science, social studies, and communication arts can be pursued along with or separately from the K-6 license. Program Requirements  EDC 501 – Graduate Proseminar (1 CH)  EDC 522 – Orientation to Education in an Urban Setting* (3 CH)  EDC 566 – Diversity/Minnesota American Indians (3 CH)  EDC 533 – Learning and Development in an Educational Setting (3 CH)  EDC 544 – Learners with Special Needs* (3 CH)  EDC 580 – School and Society (3 CH)  EED 524 – Foundations of Literacy (3 CH)  EED 525 – K-6 Methods: Literacy* (3 CH)  EED 550 – K-6 Methods: Math (3 CH)  EED 560 – K-6 Methods: Science (3 CH)  EDC 590 - Inquiry and Research in Education  EDC 596 – Early Career Teacher Seminar (2 CH) To complete the license, students also will need to complete the following requirements at the undergraduate level:             HPE 115 – Chemical Dependency Education EDC 220 – Educational Technology EED 326 – Elementary Reading K-6 Field Experience* (taken concurrently with EED 525) EED 311 – K-6 Methods: Health EED 312 – K-6 Methods: Physical Education EED 336 – Advanced Literacy Methods* EED 341 – K-6 Methods: Art EED 370 – K-6 Methods: Social Studies/Thematics EED 380 – Kindergarten Methods* EED 386 – K-6 Methods: Children’s Literature One of EDC 481 or EDC 482 o EDC 481 – Student Teaching: Initial License (12-14 weeks) o EDC 482 – Student Teaching: Endorsement EED 489 – Teacher Performance Assessment and Student Teaching Seminar *Field experience hours are required in these courses. Please see the Field Experience section for more information. 32 MAT with a concentration in Secondary Education 30 Graduate Credit Hours / 68 – 107 Total Credit Hours** 100 Out of Class Field Experience Hours Required K-12 licenses prepare teachers to teach a content area across elementary, middle school, and high school. Licenses for grades 5-12 prepare teachers to teach at the middle and high school levels. K-12 Licenses are available in the following areas: Music, Physical Education, Visual Arts 5-12 Licenses are available in the following areas: Communication Arts, Health, Math, Social Studies 9-12 Licenses are available in the following subject areas: Biology, Chemistry, Physics Middle School Endorsements (5-8) are available in the following licensure areas: Social Studies, Communication Arts, Visual Arts, Health, Music, and Physical Education. A 5-8 general science license is also available. **Total Credit Hours vary depending on content area and the addition of a middle school endorsement. Program Requirements Please note that additional courses in content area may also be required.           EDC 501 – Graduate Proseminar (1 CH) EDC 522 – Orientation to Education in an Urban Setting* (3 CH) EDC 566 – Diversity/Minnesota American Indians (3 CH) EDC 533 – Learning and Development in an Educational Setting (3 CH) EDC 544 – Learners with Special Needs* (3 CH) EDC 580 – School and Society (3 CH) ESE 525 – Creating Learning Environments (3 CH) ESE 500 – Reading and Writing in Content Area* (3 CH) EDC 590 - Inquiry and Research in Education EDC 596 – Early Career Teacher Seminar (2 CH) To complete the license, students also will need to complete the following requirements at the undergraduate level:      HPE 115 – Chemical Dependency Education EDC 220 – Educational Technology ESE 3XX – K-12 or 5-12 Methods (in the content area)* One of EDC 481, EDC 482, or EDC 483 o EDC 481 – Student Teaching: Initial License (12-14 weeks) o EDC 482 – Student Teaching: Endorsement o EDC 483 – Student Teaching: Initial License in PE, Music, Art, or ESL ESE 489 – Teacher Performance Assessment and Student Teaching Seminar *Field experience hours are required in these courses. Undergraduate Content Area Requirements The equivalent of a major in the licensure content area is required for K-12 and 5-12 licenses. Students who have majored in a field in which we offer licensure must have their previous coursework evaluated by the major department at Augsburg. Coursework must meet Minnesota licensure standards and have recorded a grade of C or better. Coursework older than seven years is judged on a case-by-case basis. If a student is missing requirements, specific undergraduate coursework will be required in order for the license to be attained. 33 MAT with a concentration in Special Education 48 Graduate Credit Hours / 70 Total Credit Hours 190 Field Experience Hours The MAT in Special Education at Augsburg University corresponds with an Academic Behavioral Strategist (ABS), K-12 teaching license. This program qualifies students to teach in special education programs and positions working with students with mild to moderate disabilities in the areas of emotional/behavioral disabilities, learning disabilities, autism spectrum disabilities, developmental and cognitive disabilities and other health disabilities. This program is built on an inclusive education model. Under this model, students learn how to work closely with both special and general educators to facilitate inclusion of special education students into the regular education classroom. Program Requirements                  EDC 501 – Graduate Proseminar (1 CH) EDC 522 – Orientation to Education in an Urban Setting* (3 CH) EDC 566 – Diversity/Minnesota American Indians (3 CH) EDC 533 – Learning and Development in an Educational Setting (3 CH) EDC 544 – Learners with Special Needs* (3 CH) EED 524 – Foundations of Literacy (3 CH) EED 525 – K-6 Methods: Literacy* (3 CH) EED 550 – K–6 Methods: Math* (3 CH) EED 560 – K–6 Methods: Science* (3 CH) SPE 510 – Implementing Assessment Strategies* (3 CH) SPE 511 – Etiology and Theory of Mild to Moderate Disabilities (3 CH) SPE 515 – Theory to Practice* (3 CH) SPE 525 – Transition and Community* (3 CH) SPE 530 – Instructional and Behavioral Practices* (3 CH) SPE 540 – Parent and Professional Planning (3 CH) EDC 590 - Inquiry and Research in Education EDC 596 – Early Career Teacher Seminar (2 CH) To complete the license, students also will need to complete the following requirements at the undergraduate level:         HPE 115 – Chemical Dependency Education MAT 137 – Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I EDC 220 – Education Technology EDC 330 and 332 – Building the Public Good: Public Achievement and Organizing EDC 331 and 333 – Practicum in Public Achievement EED 326 – Elementary Reading K-6 Field Experience* (taken concurrently with EED 325/525) EDC 481 – Student Teaching: Initial License (12-14 weeks) SPE 489 – Teacher Performance Assessment and Student Teaching Seminar *Field experience required as part of this course. MAT with a concentration in English as a Second Language (ESL) 36 Graduate Credit Hours / 66 Total Credit Hours 110 Field Experience Hours The K-12 English as a Second Language license is available as an initial license or as a second license. This license qualifies teachers to work with K-12 students for whom English is a second language across a range of subject areas. A prerequisite to program admissions is two years of high school level or one year of college level language instruction. 34 Program Requirements              EDC 501 – Graduate Proseminar (1 CH) EDC 522 – Orientation to Education in an Urban Setting* (3 CH) EDC 566 – Diversity/MN American Indians (3 CH) EDC 533 – Learning and Development in an Educational Setting (3 CH) EDC 544 – Learners with Special Needs* (3 CH) EED 525 – K-6 Methods: Literacy* (3 CH) ESE 525 – Creating Learning Environments* (3 CH) ESL 510 – History and Structure of the English Language (3 CH) ESL 520 – ESL Literacy* (3 CH) ESL 530 – Language, Culture, and Schools (3 CH) ESL 540 – ESL Methods* (3 CH) EDC 590 - Inquiry and Research in Education EDC 596 – Seminar for New Teachers (2 CH) To complete the license, students also will need to complete the following requirements at the undergraduate level:         HPE 115 – Chemical Dependency Education EDC 220 – Educational Technology EED 326 – Elementary Reading K-6 Field Experience (taken concurrently with EED 325/525) ESL 310 – Second Language Acquisition ESL 320 – Introduction to Linguistics ESL 410 – ESL Testing and Evaluation EDC 483 – Student Teaching: Initial License in PE, Music, Art, or ESL ESL 489 – Teacher Performance Assessment and Student Teaching Seminar *This course has a field experience requirement. Field Experience An important part of preparing to be a teacher resides in meaningful experinces in the field. For courses with a field experience, you should plan on a minimum of 20 hours spent in a classroom or other relevant learning environment during the weekday. Most field experiences are intended to be completed in a classroom or grade level that corresponds with your licensure type (e.g. K-6 classrooms for an elementary license). If more than one course with field experience is taken in a given term, field experience requirements expand accordingly (i.e., two courses with 20 hours of field experience each require a total of 40 hours). Graduate Elective Courses Depending on the licensure area, students may be required to take one or two graduate elective courses. Other students may wish enroll in additional graduate coursework based on interest. MAT students may take any course offered at the 500 level in Education (EDC, ESE, EED, SPE) or Leadership (MAL) as a graduate elective. Graduate students may also petition to enroll in coursework offered by any graduate program at Augsburg University as a graduate elective. In many cases, the Graduate Director of the program offering the elective will also need to approve registration. Students may alternatively petition to have graduate coursework taken at another institution be accepted in transfer. Admission to MAT Admission Requirements Students admitted into the MAT licensure and degree programs must have: 35   Bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited four-year institution Cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher. If a student fails to maintain a 3.0 Augsburg cumulative GPA, they may be dismissed from the graduate program. Students dismissed from the MAT program may still complete their license in the Adult Undergraduate program. Application Checklist The following items must be sent to the Augsburg Office of Admissions:     Completed application form – augsburg.edu/mae $35 non-refundable application fee Personal summary outlining your tentative educational objectives and reasons for wanting to attend Augsburg Official academic transcripts from all previously attended post-secondary institutions (including colleges, universities, vocational/technical schools, and PSEO institutions) sent directly to the Admissions Office. Admission as an International Student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students. Course Exceptions and Graduate Course Transfer Credit Some coursework required for licensure may be met through a course exception granted upon admission to the program. Previous coursework taken at other universities is evaluated by the Department Chair during the admission process. Some content area courses for secondary education students are evaluated by the content area department. This degree audit may reveal that fewer courses are required for licensure. In some circumstances, additional courses may be required in a secondary content area. When graduate coursework is met with a course exception, additional graduate credits will only be required if the total graduate credit hours to be earned is less than 30 CH. Graduate coursework accepted into the licensure program is not automatically accepted into the MAT degree program. Previous graduate coursework must have received a grade of B or better to be considered. See the graduate program director for approval to use graduate level transfer courses in the degree program. Students may transfer in no more than six (6) graduate credit hours from another institution. Acceptance into the MAT Program Application files are reviewed by the graduate program director. Applicants are notified of the admission decision by the Office of Admissions, usually within one to two weeks after the application file is complete. Applicants whose cumulative undergraduate GPA is below 2.5 can request an admission committee be formed by written petition to the Graduate Director. Advising and Registration Admitted students are able to participate in academic advising and the registration process. Typically, first-term registration occurs with intake advising. After the first term, students generally are able to register online through Records and Registration. All students are assigned an Education Department faculty advisor in the first semester of courses. MAT in Rochester The Master of Arts in Teaching program is also offered at our location in Rochester, MN. Rochester offers the MAT with concentrations in Elementary Education, Special Education, and English as a Second Language. Classes primarily meet weekday evenings and summer at Bethel Lutheran Church in Rochester. 36 Academic Policies Cumulative GPA Requirement To complete the MAT program, students must maintain a 3.0 or better Augsburg cumulative GPA. Dismissal from Licensure and Degree Program Students may be dismissed from the MAT program for failure to maintain appropriate academic and teaching-based performance standards, for gross violation of University policy, and/or for conduct in violation of professional ethics. Dismissal occurs within the context of established department procedures described in the MAT/MAE Handbook. Students have the right to appeal dismissal from the program on the grounds of procedural error, using the University’s program dismissal appeals process. Information about the program dismissal appeals process is available in the Augsburg Student Guide. Students who fail to complete the MAT program may have the option to finish their graduate degree in the MAE program (without a license) Readmission and Withdrawal Students in good standing who fail to register for courses for two terms (not including summer) are automatically withdrawn from the MAT program. To be readmitted to the University and the MAT program, students file a Readmission form through the Registrar’s Office. Program Costs In addition to tuition, students in this program can expect to pay a data maintenance fee upon admission to the department, as well as liability insurance at the student rate during student teaching and the cost of a background check for licensure and, possibly, field experience. In addition, optional international travel courses have associated costs above and beyond the charge for tuition. Licensure Tests All teachers seeking licensure through Augsburg must take and pass all tests required by the state of Minnesota for licensure. These include tests in basic skills, pedagogy and content area knowledge. Program Petition Process A student may petition to amend program requirements by written petition to the Graduate Program Director. Please note that changes to state licensure requirements cannot be granted. Please consult the MAT handbook for information regarding the petition process. Accreditation and Approvals Augsburg University Teacher Education programs are approved by:  Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) Augsburg University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Credit Most MAT graduate level courses are offered for 3 semester credits. Each course is comprised of 37.5 instructional hours with the expectation of about 75 hours of independent study outside of class. Schedule of Classes The majority of the education courses in the MAT programs are offered on weekday evenings. Courses typically meet face to face every other week with online instruction during the alternate weeks. A few education courses and many undergraduate content area courses are offered in a face to face, classroom based format, meeting weekly in the 37 evenings. Summer session courses are offered primarily on weekday evenings. Summer courses are offered in a mix of formats from all online to all face-to-face. Master of Arts in Education (MAE) For those interested in developing their professional capacity, taking graduate coursework in educational studies, or obtaining a second teaching license, Augsburg University offers a Master of Arts in Education (MAE) degree. The Master of Arts in Education (MAE) program offers professional educators and community workers the opportunity to develop their skills and understanding in curriculum and pedagogy. Our program prepares educators to serve students effectively and to nurture healthy change within schools, school systems and society. Program Requirements 30-31 Graduate Credit Hours Requirements vary depending on student interest and whether a second teaching license is being added. See the MAE Program Director for details. All students enroll in the Graduate Proseminar (EDC 501) during their first term. Only graduate level coursework (500 level) applies to the graduate degree. MAE with a concentration in Educational Studies For students not seeking a teaching license, courses are selected in consultation with the MAE Director based on student interest. Some coursework may be elective coursework offered by other graduate programs at Augsburg. EDC 501 – Graduate Proseminar (1 CH) 29-30 Additional Graduate Credits. Up to nine (9 CHs) can be taken as electives from other graduate programs at Augsburg. MAE with a concentration in English as a Second Language (Second License) For students seeking a second license in English as a Second Language, required licensure courses are determined based on a transcript evaluation upon acceptance into the program. Additional courses at the undergraduate level may be required to satisfy state licensure requirements. Additional coursework is selected in consultation with the MAE Director. 110 Field Experience Hours            EDC 501 – Graduate Proseminar (1 CH) EDC 522 – Orientation to Education in an Urban Setting* (3 CH) EDC 566 – Diversity/MN American Indians (3 CH) EDC 533 – Learning and Development in an Educational Setting (3 CH) EDC 544 – Learners with Special Needs* (3 CH) EED 525 – K-6 Methods: Literacy* (3 CH) ESE 525 – Creating Learning Environments* (3 CH) ESL 510 – History and Structure of the English Language (3 CH) ESL 520 – ESL Literacy* (3 CH) ESL 530 – Language, Culture, and Schools (3 CH) ESL 540 – ESL Methods* (3 CH) To complete the license, students also will need to complete the following requirements at the undergraduate level:    HPE 115 – Chemical Dependency Education EDC 220 – Educational Technology EED 326 – Elementary Reading K-6 Field Experience (taken concurrently with EED 325/525) 38    ESL 310 – Second Language Acquisition ESL 320 – Introduction to Linguistics ESL 410 – ESL Testing and Evaluation *This course has a field experience requirement. MAE with a concentration in Special Education (Second license) For students seeking a second license in Special Education (ABS license), required licensure courses are determined based on a transcript evaluation upon acceptance into the program. Additional courses at the undergraduate level may be required to satisfy state licensure requirements. Additional coursework is selected in consultation with the MAE Director. 190 Field Experience Hours                EDC 501 – Graduate Proseminar (1 CH) EDC 522 – Orientation to Education in an Urban Setting* (3 CH) EDC 566 – Diversity/Minnesota American Indians (3 CH) EDC 533 – Learning and Development in an Educational Setting (3 CH) EDC 544 – Learners with Special Needs* (3 CH) EED 524 – Foundations of Literacy (3 CH) EED 525 – K-6 Methods: Literacy* (3 CH) EED 550 – K–6 Methods: Math* (3 CH) EED 560 – K–6 Methods: Science* (3 CH) SPE 510 – Implementing Assessment Strategies* (3 CH) SPE 511 – Etiology and Theory of Mild to Moderate Disabilities (3 CH) SPE 515 – Theory to Practice* (3 CH) SPE 525 – Transition and Community* (3 CH) SPE 530 – Instructional and Behavioral Practices* (3 CH) SPE 540 – Parent and Professional Planning (3 CH) To complete the license, students also will need to complete the following requirements at the undergraduate level:       HPE 115 – Chemical Dependency Education MAT 137 – Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I EDC 220 – Education Technology EDC 330 and 332 – Building the Public Good: Public Achievement and Organizing EDC 331 and 333 – Practicum in Public Achievement EED 326 – Elementary Reading K-6 Field Experience* (taken concurrently with EED 325/525) *Field experience required as part of this course. Field Experience Some education coursework requires field experience. Courses with field experience contain a minimum requirement of 20 hours spent in a classroom or other relevant learning environment. If you are a teacher seeking a second license, you may be able to complete your field experience in your own classroom. If more than one course with field experience is taken in a given term, field experience requirements expand accordingly (i.e., two courses with 20 hours of field experience each require a total of 40 hours). Students who are not seeking a second license may be able to petition to waive or modify the field experience requirement in a course to better suit the needs and interest of the student. 39 Elective Coursework Education Graduate Students may take any course offered at the 500 level in Education (EDC, ESE, EED, SPE) or Leadership (MAL) as a graduate elective. Graduate students may also petition to enroll in coursework offered by any graduate program at Augsburg University as a graduate elective. In many cases, the Graduate Director of the program offering the elective will also need to approve registration. Students may alternatively petition to have graduate coursework taken at another institution be accepted in transfer. Admission to MAE Admission Requirements Students admitted into the MAE programs must have:   A Bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited four-year institution Cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher. Admitted applicants with a 3.0 or higher GPA are granted full admission to the program. Admitted applicants with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5-2.99 are granted a provisional admission to the graduate program. If a student admitted provisionally fails to maintain a 3.0 Augsburg cumulative GPA over their first two terms, they may be dismissed from the graduate program. Application Checklist The following items must be sent to the Augsburg Office of Admissions:     Completed application form – augsburg.edu/mae $35 non-refundable application fee Personal summary outlining your tentative educational objectives and reasons for wanting to attend Augsburg Official academic transcripts from all previously attended post-secondary institutions (including colleges, universities, vocational/technical schools, and PSEO institutions) sent directly to the Admissions Office. Admission as an International Student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students. Course Exceptions and Graduate Course Transfer Credit Some coursework required for licensure may be met through a course exception granted upon admission to the program. Previous coursework taken at other universities is evaluated by the Department Chair during the admission process. Some content area courses for secondary education students are evaluated by the content area department. This degree audit may reveal that fewer courses are required for licensure. In some circumstances, additional courses may be required in a secondary content area. Should a graduate level course be met through course exception, those graduate credit hours may need to be made up through the use of a graduate elective. Graduate coursework accepted into the licensure program is not automatically accepted into the MAE degree program. Previous graduate coursework must have received a grade of B or better to be considered. See the graduate program director for approval to use graduate level transfer courses in the degree program. Students may transfer in no more than six (6) graduate credit hours from another institution. Acceptance into the MAE Program Application files are reviewed by the graduate program director. Applicants are notified of the admission decision by the Office of Admissions, usually within one to two weeks after the application file is complete. Applicants whose cumulative undergraduate GPA is below 2.5 can request an admission committee be formed by written petition to the Graduate Director. 40 MAE in Rochester The Master of Arts in Education program is also offered at our campus in Rochester, MN. Classes primarily meet weekday evenings and summer at Bethel Lutheran Church in Rochester. Academic Policies Cumulative GPA Requirement To complete the MAT program, students must maintain a 3.0 or better Augsburg cumulative GPA. Dismissal from Licensure and Degree Program Students may be dismissed from the MAT program prior to and during student teaching for failure to maintain appropriate academic and teaching-based performance standards, for gross violation of University policy, and/or for conduct in violation of professional ethics. Dismissal occurs within the context of established department procedures described in the MAT/MAE Handbook. Students have the right to appeal dismissal from the program on the grounds of procedural error, using the University’s program dismissal appeals process. Information about the program dismissal appeals process is available in the Augsburg Student Guide. Students who fail to complete the MAT program may have the option to finish their graduate degree in the MAE program (without a license) Readmission and Withdrawal Students in good standing who fail to register for courses for two terms (not including summer) are automatically withdrawn from the MAT program. To be readmitted to the University and the MAT program, students file a Readmission form through the Registrar’s Office. Program Costs In addition to tuition, students in this program can expect to pay a data maintenance fee upon admission to the department, as well as liability insurance at the student rate during student teaching and the cost of a background check for licensure and, possibly, field experience. In addition, optional international travel courses have associated costs above and beyond the charge for tuition. Licensure Tests Students seeking a second license through Augsburg must take and pass all tests required by the state of Minnesota for licensure. These include tests in pedagogy and content area knowledge. Program Petition Process A student may petition to amend program requirements by written petition to the Graduate Program Director. Please note that changes to state licensure requirements cannot be granted. Please consult the MAT/MAE handbook for information regarding the petition process. Accreditation and Approvals Augsburg University Teacher Education programs are approved by:  Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) Augsburg University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Credit Most MAE graduate level courses are offered for 3 semester credits. Each course is comprised of 37.5 instructional hours with the expectation of about 75 hours of independent study outside of class. 41 Schedule of Classes The majority of the education courses in the MAE program are offered on weekday evenings. Courses typically meet face to face every other week with online instruction during the alternate weeks. A few education courses and many undergraduate content area courses are offered in a face to face, classroom based format, meeting weekly in the evenings. Summer session courses are offered primarily on weekday evenings. Summer courses are offered in a mix of formats from all online to all face-to-face. Our Faculty Jennifer Diaz, Assistant Professor of Education. B.S., M.S., Ph.D. University of Wisconsin-Madison Joseph A. Erickson, Professor of Education. BA, MA, College of St. Thomas; MA, Luther-Northwestern Theological Seminary; PhD, University of Minnesota Margaret J. Finders, Professor of Education. BA, University of Iowa; MA, University of Iowa; PhD, University of Iowa. Suzanne Gikas, Assistant Professor of Education. BA, Essex University; Postgraduate Degree, Centerbury, Christ Church, UK; MA, PhD, Kent State University Jeanine Gregoire, Associate Professor of Education. BS, MA, PhD, University of Minnesota Audrey Lensmire, Associate Professor of Education. BA Indiana University; MAT National Louis University; PhD University of Minnesota Jason Michael Lukasik, Assistant Professor of Education and MAE Director. BA, MEd, PhD. University of Illinois at Chicago Rachel M. Lloyd, Assistant Professor of Education. BS, Carleton College; MA, University of Minnesota; PhD, University of Minnesota Caroline Maguire, Assistant Professor of Education. PhD, University of Minnesota Joaquin Munoz, Assistant Professor of Education. BS, MA, PhD: University of Arizona Susan O’Connor, Associate Professor of Education. BS, University of Minnesota; MS, PhD, Syracuse University Donna Patterson, Assistant Professor of Education. BA, MEd, University of Minnesota Terrance Kwame-Ross, Associate Professor of Education. BAE, National-Louis University; MEd, University of Minnesota; PhD, University of Minnesota Kaycee Rogers, Director of Education Programs-Rochester. BA Luther College; MEPD University of Wisconsin La Crosse Christopher Smith, Associate Professor of Education. BS Purdue University; MS Purdue University; PhD University of Minnesota Barbara West, Director of Student Licensure. BS, St. Cloud State University; MS, Syracuse University 42 Master of Arts in Leadership MAL Mission The purpose of the Master of Arts in Leadership (MAL) program is to develop leaders for organizations, the community, and society. Organizations seek leaders who possess:      An ethically and morally responsible vision An understanding of how change occurs and how it can be managed A sensitivity to the complex problems of organizations and an ability to find solutions consistent with their mission Cultural competence and sensitivity to the needs of a diverse population The ability to inspire and motivate people to work toward a common goal The Augsburg leadership development model provides a framework through which the program challenges students and develops their skills. Program Overview The study of leadership is central to Augsburg University. The University mission statement says, “Augsburg University educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders.” The Master of Arts in Leadership is quintessentially Augsburg. The integrated liberal arts perspective on leadership education is what we think of as the “Augsburg difference.” The Master of Arts in Leadership is the core program of Augsburg’s Center for Leadership Studies (CLS). Developed and launched in 1987, it is Augsburg’s oldest graduate degree and one of the oldest leadership graduate degrees in the United States. The program responds to the leadership development needs of both for-profit and not-for-profit organizations. MAL has a deep theoretical base in leadership studies, yet also offers its students practical approaches to leadership that can be applied in the workplace and society. Leadership Development Model The MAL program promotes leadership as a process that:    Inspires cooperation among people who must compete for limited resources Promotes productivity within and beyond the organization Works toward progress for the individual and the organization To accomplish this, individuals aspiring to positions of leadership must possess three key attributes: a sense of vision, the ability to persuade, and the ability to direct action. Underlying these attributes are abilities and awareness, outlined in the Leadership Development Model, which serve as specific outcomes for the MAL program. Augsburg’s model of leadership development is designed to assess, promote, enhance, and refine these capabilities within the individual. Learning Goals and Outcomes The MAL program is designed to support students in developing the knowledge and skills to:       Explore the nature and practice of leadership in a wide variety of dynamic organizational and community settings Develop a personal understanding and philosophy of leadership Aspire to be responsible leaders who are informed citizens, critical thinkers, and thoughtful stewards Enhance knowledge of self and the capacity to be reflective learners Analyze and navigate increasingly complex changing environments Formulate and articulate a shared vision in order to inspire others to achieve desired goals 43 MAL Courses Each course encourages pursuit of the designated outcomes and uses a variety of learning techniques appropriate to adult learners. Instructional techniques include case studies, debate, written and oral presentations, and group activity. These techniques develop targeted leadership abilities and understanding. Students are encouraged to see abilities and understandings as cross-disciplinary and to view content areas as integrated. The program reflects the view that the world in which we operate is complex and that dealing with it successfully requires well-developed integrative abilities. Plan of Study Accommodating the Full-Time Work Schedule Designed to meet the needs and preferences of working adults, the MAL program is based on the assumption that the students who enroll are career-oriented, self-disciplined, and well-motivated individuals seeking a balance of classroom experience, group interaction, and individual study. Courses are organized as seminars with the opportunity for discussion and dialogue. The program features classes taught by faculty from multiple disciplines and offers multiple formats to allow students to choose the option that works best for them. Main formats offer a combination of classroom and online learning styles in different proportions. The classic classroom format emphasizes face-to-face instruction augmented by online work. The integrated hybrid format combines online and intensive learning experiences with occasional sessions in a traditional classroom setting. Additionally, some courses are offered in a shortened, intensive format including a study abroad experience, while others are offered 100% online. Two Convenient Formats: Classic Classroom and Integrated Hybrid Overview of Classic Classroom Format For over 30 years, our classic classroom format has featured a flexible choice model that allows students to select courses that focus on individual goals, interests, and learning style. Students can also determine the pace at which they move through the program. This format offers numerous electives and allows for individualized studies. Some online work is incorporated into this format. Schedule During fall and spring semesters, classes usually meet every other Saturday morning or afternoon for four hours. Additional instruction time is provided online. Seven Saturday sessions are included in one semester. Some select classes meet on a weekday evening or are offered completely online. Students can take a combination of these offerings. A sample class schedule in the classic classroom format: Period I Saturday 8:00 am to 12:00 pm Period II Saturday 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm Period III Weeknights 6:00 pm to 9:45 pm Note: Each class taken commits a student to Period I, Period II, or Period III, an average of two meetings a month. A few courses are taught on an immersion model, which features fewer but longer sessions. The MAL program also offers summer semester courses in seven-week, fourteen-week, or special immersion formats. Most summer semester courses meet on weeknights from 6:00 pm to 9:45 pm rather than on Saturdays. Curriculum Three core courses: ML 505 - Foundations of Leadership ML 514 - Evaluating Empirical Research 44 ML 585 - Integrating the Theory and Practice of Responsible Leadership (Capstone Course) Eight electives, selected from more than 20 offerings* *Students may petition the program to do a thesis in place of two of the elective courses. Students who do the thesis are required to develop and carry out an in-depth study of some aspect of leadership or of a leadership-related topic and register for ML 592 Thesis Consultation I and ML 593 Thesis Consultation II. Students electing to write a thesis are still required to take ML 585 to complete the program. Elective courses for the Classic Classroom format The MAL program requires that eight elective courses be selected from the following course list. All courses are 3 semester credits: ML 510 - Visions of Leadership ML 511 - Creativity and the Problem-Solving Process ML 520 - Self-Identity and Values: Keys to Authentic Leadership ML 527 - Spirituality and Leadership in the Workplace ML 530 - Ethics in Communication ML 531 - The Dynamics of Change ML 535 - Organization Theory and Leadership ML 536 - Facilitating Organizational Change ML 538 - Communication Skills for Leadership ML 539 - Communicating a Self in the Modern Organization ML 540 - Political Leadership: Theory and Practice ML 545 - Decision Making and Leadership ML 548 - Coaching and Consulting ML 550 - Communication, Decision Making, and Technology ML 553 - Design and Leadership ML 557 - Language of Leadership ML 560 - Cultural Competence and Effective Leadership ML 563 - Leadership in a Global Society ML 565 - Women and Leadership ML 570 - Negotiation: Theory and Practice ML 574 - Strategic Leadership ML 575 - Constructive Conflict Resolution ML 576 - Leading Innovation ML 577 - Universal Responsibility and Leadership: A Nicaraguan Experience ML 598 - Independent Study ML 599 - Topics Overview of Integrated Hybrid Cohort Format A combination of online, classroom, and experiential learning The integrated hybrid model is completed in two years with a combination of intensive face-to-face sessions and online coursework. Students complete the program with a cohort of peers representing many different perspectives. Students learn from each other and build relationships that will provide support throughout the program and a valuable network for the future. Schedule After starting with a five-day summer experience, classes meet on a semester schedule September through mid-April (fall and spring semesters) and mid-May through mid-August (summer semester). Coursework will be online and supported by three on-campus class sessions per term. 45 Curriculum *ML 505 - Foundations of Leadership ML 512 - Responsible Leadership for the 21st Century (Intensive) *ML 514 - Evaluating Empirical Research ML 520 - Self-Identity and Values: Keys to Authentic Leadership ML 535 - Organization Theory and Leadership ML 553 - Design and Leadership ML 563 - Leadership in a Global Society ML 574 - Strategic Leadership ML 577 - Universal Responsibility and Leadership: A Nicaraguan Experience (or alternative elective) *ML 585 - Integrating the Theory and Practice of Responsible Leadership (Capstone Course) * Core courses offered in the integrated hybrid format (required for all students) A sequenced list of eight electives is prepared for each cohort. In the cohort program, students complete 11 courses, including a capstone course (ML 585). MBA/MAL Dual Degree The dual degree program takes advantage of the intellectual benefits of studying business administration and leadership in a coordinated program. It leverages Augsburg’s long tradition of graduate leadership training via the MA in Leadership with the robust demand for business education through our MBA program. The dual degree provides students with the leadership skills needed to run a business and, at the same time, helps them develop the comprehensive outlook they need to thrive in today’s interconnected world. A minimum of 18 Augsburg courses completes the MBA/MA in Leadership dual degree, including at least 7 MBA courses and 7 MA in Leadership courses. The following dual degree program requirements must be met. Seven courses are required from MBA courses:  MBA 510 – Applied Managerial Economics  MBA 520 – Accounting for Business Managers  MBA 530 – Managerial Finance  MBA 540 – Business and Professional Ethics  MBA 550 – Marketing Management  MBA 570 – Quantitative Decision Making for Managers  MBA 580 – Management Consulting Project Three core courses are required from MA in Leadership courses with 3 MAL elective courses:  ML 505 – Foundations of Leadership  ML 514 – Evaluating Empirical Research  ML 585 -- Integrating the Theory and Practice of Responsible Leadership  ML Electives (4) Three Focus Area Courses Students will choose one course from each of the focus areas: Focus Area #1: Organizational Development  MBA 545 – Organizational Behavior  ML 535 – Organization Theory and Leadership  Director approved course with organizational development focus 46 Focus Area #2: Global/Multicultural Perspective  MBA 565 – Managing in a Global Environment  ML 560 – Cultural Competence and Effective Leadership  ML 563 – Leadership in a Global Society  Director approved course with global/multicultural focus Focus Area #3: Strategic Leadership  MBA 595 – Strategic Management  ML 574 – Strategic Leadership  Director approved course with strategic leadership focus One Additional Elective Course Elective course may be taken in either MBA or MA in Leadership Program Admission to the Dual Degree Program Admission for the dual degree program is handled on a “rolling” basis and requires applicants to hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university. In addition to a current résumé and two recommendations, applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the regionally-accredited institution granting the Bachelor’s degree and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. An interview with the program director is also part of the admissions process. Although we do accept the GMAT and GRE, we also offer candidates an alternative math and writing profile assessment entitled the Individual Learning Profile (ILP) which provides a review of quantitative skills. The profile is not an admissions screening instrument but an important tool in preparation for some MBA courses. Earning the dual degree during or after the MBA or MA in Leadership program Students who are currently enrolled in the MBA or MA in Leadership program or alumni who wish to return to Augsburg may add the dual degree to their existing degree by completing most of the same requirements listed on the front of this page. Students may use previously completed application pieces and coursework to help meet these requirements. Returning students may complete an abbreviated application form after consultation with the MBA or ML program director. Upon entering the MBA program, the quantitative review must also be completed. Students with an MA in Leadership who wish to add the dual degree will take a minimum of 7 required MBA courses. Students will complete one course in each of the 3 focus areas if they did not complete these courses during their MAL program. Each student’s program will be slightly different based on their prior course selections. Students with an MBA will complete 4 required and 3 elective MA in Leadership courses. Students will need to complete one course in each of the 3 focus areas if they did not complete these courses during their MBA program. Each student’s program will be slightly different based on their prior course selections. Students in both programs will meet individually with the program directors to determine whether their completed final project meets the criteria aligned with the dual degree final project. Directors may ask that the project be modified or added to or ask the student to complete another project. These decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis. The Graduate Certificate in Leadership Studies The certificate program is an attractive option for people who want to develop their leadership skills without undertaking a full degree program. A certificate is awarded after completion of three Augsburg MAL courses in leadership. Students pursuing this option take ML 505 - Foundations of Leadership and two additional electives. All three courses may count toward an MA in leadership. No more than one course may be double counted in another Augsburg graduate degree program. The normal application process is used for students who wish to pursue the certificate. 47 Joint BA in Accounting and Master of Arts in Leadership A BA in Accounting and an MA in Leadership (MAL) can be earned in this five-year program designed for students who wish to qualify for CPA certification and obtain a master’s degree. By the end of the fifth year and successful completion of all requirements, the student receives both a BA in Accounting and an MA in Leadership and will have fulfilled the 150-hour requirement to qualify for the CPA certification. The MAL program offers a large number of courses on a Saturday and weeknight schedule. Refer to the MAL program schedule for the list of courses each year and to the accounting program coordinator for a detailed academic plan. Students should meet with both the MAL director and an accounting advisor to create an effective plan for successful completion of the five-year program. General Requirements for the Accounting/MAL Program Accounting students planning to pursue the five-year degree must apply for admission to the MAL program at the end of their junior year. The application process includes submission of:       Completed application form Two letters of recommendation (one from a professor and one from an employer) Personal statement Example of applicant’s writing in an academic paper GPA of at least 3.30 Interview with the Director of the MAL program Students must also have faculty endorsement from the Accounting program. Students must complete at least one year of accounting work experience (either a job or internship) by the time they graduate from the MAL program. For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Admission to the Master of Arts in Leadership Program Admission Requirements Applicants to the program must have:           Bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited, four-year college or university Minimum cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 and a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 for graduate courses completed at an accredited college or university. Should an applicant not meet the minimum admission requirements, admission may be possible as decided on a case-by-case basis. Applicants to the program must have two years of experience (or equivalent) with one or more organizations in a position of leadership or position demonstrating leadership potential. Applicants holding a master’s or other advanced degrees from accredited colleges or universities are admissible. Decisions about admission to the program will be made on an individual basis by the MAL Admissions Committee. Admission is handled on a “rolling” basis, with students admitted at the beginning of the fall, spring, and summer terms. Selection of candidates will be made on the basis of an evaluation of each applicant’s: Previous college record Letters of recommendation Experience and organizational background Written statement Interview, if requested Application Checklist The following materials must be submitted to the Office of Admissions:    Completed application form $35 non-refundable application fee (waived if online application is used) A 1-3 page statement relating the applicant’s career and life goals to leadership aspirations 48     Recommendation letter from an immediate supervisor, assessing leadership potential Recommendation letter from a work colleague (at the same level) describing the applicant’s work style and leadership potential Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the regionally-accredited institution granting the Bachelor’s degree and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. Résumé Applicants may be asked to participate in an interview with graduate program faculty and/or staff members. For further information, contact: Office of Admissions, 612-330-1101, gradinfo@augsburg.edu or www.augsburg.edu/mal. Admission as an International Student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outline in Admission of International Students in the Graduate Admissions section. Academic Policies Academic Evaluation Courses not offered on the letter grading system are noted in the course descriptions in this catalog as being graded on P/N basis. In order to receive a grade of P, a student must achieve at least a grade of B. No more than two courses with a grade below B will count toward the degree. No more than two courses with a grade of or below B- can be repeated. In order to graduate, a student must have a cumulative graduate GPA of 3.0 or above. All required courses and the final projects must be successfully completed. A student registered for a final course may be permitted to participate in commencement but will not receive a diploma until all courses are successfully completed. Academic Probation and Dismissal Policies Students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average. If a student falls below a 3.0 average, the student will be placed on probation for the following term. A 3.0 cumulative grade point average must be restored in order for a student to be removed from probation. If a student receives a grade of N or 0.0 in a course, the student must petition successfully with the MAL director before being allowed to continue in the program. A plan for the student to follow would be outlined at that time. If a second grade of N or 0.0 is received, the student may be dismissed from the program. Students may also be dismissed for behavior detrimental to the program, such as a gross violation of University policy (as published in the Student Guide). Dismissal would occur only after established procedures were followed. MAL Program Enrollment Policy Students normally take either one or two courses per semester. Enrolling in two courses per semester (including summer semester) enables a student to complete the coursework in the program within two years. Students who are away from classes for one year or longer must complete an Application for Readmission and submit it to the Registrar’s Office. Students who have been out of the program for more than two years may, at the discretion of the program director, be required to take additional courses to refresh their understanding of the field. 49 Accreditation and Affiliation Augsburg is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditation, approvals, and memberships, in the Accreditation, Approvals and Memberships section. MAL Faculty Andrew Aoki, Professor of Political Science. BA, University of Oregon; MA, PhD, University of Wisconsin. John Benson, Professor Emeritus of Religion. BA, Augsburg University; BD, Luther Theological Seminary; MA, PhD, Columbia University. Thomas Berkas, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BCE, University of Minnesota, PhD University of Minnesota. Joseph A. Erickson, Professor of Education. BA, MA, University of St. Thomas; MA, Luther Seminary; PhD, University of Minnesota. Stephen K. Erickson, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BA, Augsburg University; JD, University of Minnesota. Vice President and Advanced Practitioner, Erickson Mediation Institute. Garry Hesser, Martin Olav Sabo Professor of Citizenship and Learning. BA, Phillips University; MDiv, Union Theological Seminary; MA, PhD, University of Notre Dame. Lucinda Hruska-Claeys, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BS, University of Minnesota; MA, Southern Illinois UniversityCarbondale; JD, University of Minnesota; MAL, Augsburg University. Attorney at Law and Vice President for Wells Fargo Bank (retired). David Lapakko, Associate Professor of Communication Studies. BA, Macalester College; MA, PhD, University of Minnesota. Velma J. Lashbrook, Assistant Professor of Leadership Studies. BS, Iowa State University; MS, Illinois State University; EdD, West Virginia University. Steven Manderscheid, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BS, St. Cloud State University; MS, University of Minnesota; EdD, University of St. Thomas. Chair, Department of Organizational Management, Concordia University. Marilyn S. McKnight Erickson, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BA, Augsburg University; MA, St. Mary's University; President and Advanced Practitioner, Erickson Mediation Institute, Mpls. Thomas Morgan, Professor of Business Administration. BS, Juniata College; MBA, University of Denver; MS, University of Oregon; PhD, University of Minnesota. Norma C. Noonan, Professor Emerita of Political Science and Leadership Studies, former Director of the Center for Leadership Studies and the MAL Program (1993-2011). BA, University of Pennsylvania; MA, PhD, Indiana University. Diane Pike, Professor of Sociology. AB, Connecticut College; PhD, Yale University. John S. Schmit, Professor of English. BS, St. John’s University; MA, University of New Orleans; PhD, The University of Texas-Austin. Alan Tuchtenhagen, Assistant Professor of Leadership Studies and Director of the Center for Leadership Studies and the MAL Program. BS, Westmar College; MA, University of Nebraska; DPA, Hamline University. 50 Master of Arts in Nursing A master’s degree in nursing focuses on health in community life, both locally and globally, and supports students to envision new models of care across practice settings. Students select from two tracks of study—Transformational Nursing Leadership or Transcultural Nursing. Both tracks prepare nurse leaders to assume a wide variety of roles and responsibilities throughout the healthcare system and in emerging care settings in communities. Mission Within the context of liberal arts education and guided by the values of the Lutheran Church, the Master of Arts in Nursing program prepares nurses for transformational leadership and transcultural nursing practice across care settings with particular emphasis on promoting health equity locally and globally. Program Goals Graduates of the Master of Art in Nursing Program are prepared to:    Provide a foundation for the practice of transculturally competent nursing by synthesizing, integrating, and applying nursing research and theory in advanced nursing practice and leadership roles. Provide a sound scholarly foundation for transformative advanced nursing practice and leadership and further graduate study. Create and sustain a teaching-learning environment that promotes open scholarly exchange, personal growth, lifelong learning, leadership, and vocation of professional service in a global society. Curriculum The MAN curriculum is organized into 33 semester credits –15 semester credits in a Nursing Core, in which all students enroll, and 18 semester credits in one of the two Tracks of Study. Practica are taken concurrently with most courses and are integrated throughout the program. Each semester credit of practicum is equal to 45 clock hours of practice. Students select a track of study when applying to the program, however, this is not essential until after one’s first semester. Students may study full-time (6-8 semester credits per term) or part-time (4 semester credits per term). Time to degree completion takes an average 22 months when studying full-time, and 32 months when studying part-time. Nursing Core Courses (15 semester credits) The core nursing courses integrate a strong foundation of social justice incorporating multiple ways of knowing with curricular emphasis on nursing science, art, and theory to guide practice. NUR 500 - Transcultural Health Care (3 semester credits) NUR 500P - Practicum: Transcultural Health Care (1 semester credit) NUR 541 - Politics of Health (3 semester credits) NUR 541P - Practicum: Politics of Health Care (1 semester credit) NUR 505 - Theoretical Foundations for Advanced Nursing Practice (3 semester credits) NUR 505P - Practicum: Theoretical Foundations for Advanced Practice Nursing (1 semester credit) NUR 520 - Research Methods in Nursing (3 semester credits) NUR520P - Practicum: Research Methods in Nursing (1 semester credit, optional) Transformational Nursing Leadership Track (18 semester credits) The Transformational Nursing Leadership track is designed to develop nurse leaders’ ability to critically analyze, articulate, and develop effective strategies to cope with high level health care inequities. Curricular emphasis is on interprofessional collaboration across care settings. Participation in nursing leadership practica in traditional and emerging care settings adds depth and meaning to classroom dialogue. Practica also provide opportunities for students to apply 51 knowledge and gain experience partnering with diverse care providers, populations, and communities to address health inequities in creative and relevant ways. Transformational Nursing Leadership track courses include: NUR 501 - Nursing Leadership in Complex Adaptive Systems (3 semester credits) NUR 501P - Practicum: Nursing Leadership in Complex Adaptive Systems (1 semester credit) NUR 521 - Transformational Nursing Leadership (3 semester credits) NUR 521P - Practicum: Transformational Nursing Leadership (1 semester credit) NUR 523 - Theory, Practice and Research Seminar (3 semester credits) NUR 523P - Practicum: Theory, Practice and Research Seminar (2 semester credits) NUR 525 - Graduate Field Project (3 semester credits) NUR 525P - Practicum: Graduate Field Project (2 semester credits) Students graduating from the Transformational Leadership Track of the master’s program are eligible to apply to the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for certification as a Nurse Executive, Advanced and to the Transcultural Nursing Certification Commission (TCNCC) for advanced certification in Transcultural Nursing. Graduate Field Project in Transformational Nursing Leadership Students will fulfill their Master of Arts in Nursing through a final practice-focused project, which serves as the capstone of the master’s program. The last two classes in the curriculum–NUR 523 and NUR 525—emphasize the development and articulation of a graduate field project focused on transformational leadership. Students present their final projects in NUR 525. Transcultural Nursing Across Care Settings Track (18 semester credits) The Transcultural Nursing track in the Master of Arts in Nursing program is designed to prepare nurses for advanced practice across care settings in culturally diverse communities. The curriculum is grounded in nursing science, theoryguided practice, and transcultural principles. Emphasis is on reaching out to persons and populations that are underserved by traditional care systems and who exist outside of the social mainstream. As such, the track provides rich alternative learning opportunities for graduate students locally and internationally. Transcultural Nursing Across Care Settings track courses include: NUR 532 - Transcultural Healing Practices and Self Care (3 semester credits) NUR 532P – Practicum: Transcultural Healing Practices and Self Care (1 semester credits) NUR 530 - The Power of Ritual and Ceremony for Healing (3 semester credits) NUR 530P – Practicum: The Power of Ritual and Ceremony for Healing (1 semester credits) NUR 523 - Theory, Practice and Research Seminar (3 semester credits) NUR 523P – Practicum: Theory, Practice and Research Seminar (2 semester credits) NUR 525 - Graduate Field Project (3 semester credits) NUR 525P - Graduate Field Project (2 semester credits) Students graduating from the Transcultural Nursing track of the master’s program are eligible to apply to the Transcultural Nursing Certification Commission (TCNCC) for advanced certification in Transcultural Nursing. Graduate Field Project in Transcultural Nursing Students will fulfill their Master of Arts in Nursing through a final practice-focused project, which serves as the capstone of the master’s program. The last two classes in the curriculum—NUR 523 and NUR 525—emphasize the development and articulation of a graduate field project focused on transcultural nursing. Students present their final projects in NUR 525. Practica Practice experience is emphasized in both tracks in the Master of Arts in Nursing program. Students earn 9 semester credits of practicum work that is equal to 405 clock hours of practice—45 clock hours per semester credit hour. Some practica are semi-structured, experiential, and led by faculty and cultural guides familiar with the communities in which the practica occur. Other practica options are student directed. Students are encouraged to immerse themselves in 52 practice settings that serve persons underserved or excluded from mainstream health care, as emphasis in the transcultural track is on cultural diversity and health inequities across healthcare settings. Practica focusing on experiential learning with a transformational nurse leader provides students with the opportunity to gain a greater understanding of organizational dynamics and change through a complexity science paradigm. Augsburg Central Health Commons & the Health Commons in Cedar-Riverside A unique opportunity for students to explore advanced nursing roles and new models and forms of practice is provided by the Augsburg Central Health Commons, and the Health Commons in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood. Both Health Commons are nursing-led drop-in centers dedicated to serving those in need and focused on healthy individuals and communities. People from diverse backgrounds, who have health experiences grounded in wide ranging cultural contexts frequent the Health Commons for health support and reassurance. Service and care are based on respect, relationship, and collaboration that connects health and hope for all participants. Health Commons partners include Central Lutheran Church in downtown Minneapolis, Fairview Health Services, People’s Center, and the East Africa Health Project. Study Abroad and Away The Department of Nursing works closely with cultural guides and nurse mentors in various contexts of care in emerging care settings at home and abroad. The Center for Global Education is a partner with the Department of Nursing in developing and facilitating study abroad opportunities in Guatemala, Mexico, Namibia, Pine Ridge, SD, and England.. Additional collaborative partners include the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MOHSS) in Namibia. A detailed listing of practica and immersion experiences abroad and away can be found at the nursing website (www.augsburg.edu/nursing). For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Admission Requirements Applicants to the Master of Arts in Nursing program must have:        An earned Bachelor’s degree in nursing from a regionally accredited college or university, or an Associate of Science degree in nursing in addition to a non-nursing bachelor’s degree A cumulative GPA of 3.0 in all previous college coursework Experience as a registered nurse A current, unencumbered nursing license Evidence of up-to-date immunizations and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) training A Criminal Background check A college level statistics course is required for progression in the program, but is not necessary for admission Decisions about admission to the program will be made by the Graduate Nursing Faculty on an individual basis. Admissions are handled throughout the year, with students being admitted at the beginning of the fall (September), spring (January), and summer (May) semesters. Application components:    A written statement describing professional and educational goals Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the regionally-accredited institution granting the Bachelor’s degree and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. Two letters of recommendation addressing the applicant’s character and ability for graduate study 53   Current resume An interview with graduate program faculty and/or staff members may be requested. Admission as an International Student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. For more information, refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students in the Graduate Admissions section. (www.augsburg.edu/grad/international) Academic Policies Evaluation of academic performance in the Master of Arts in Nursing program will be based on letter grades. See detailed information in the Academic Programs and Policies Attendance Policy Class attendance is expected and should be considered a key responsibility, not only to one’s self, but to one’s classmates and the course instructor. Instructors may lower grades if attendance and participation is lacking. Individual syllabi will contain individual instructors’ requirements. Because classes are held in Rochester and Minneapolis, students must prepare to drive to class at least once per semester. NUR 523 and NUR 525 meet all Face-to-Face and students are required to drive to Rochester and Minneapolis on a rotating schedule. Academic Probation and Dismissal Policies Students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average in the MAN program. If a student falls below a 3.0 average, the student will be placed on probation for the following term. A 3.0 cumulative grade point average must be restored in order for a student to be removed from probation. If a student receives a grade of B- or less in a course, the student must petition successfully to the faculty of the Master of Arts in Nursing program before being allowed to continue in the program. A plan for the student to follow would be outlined at that time. If a second grade of B- or less is received, the student may be dismissed from the program. Students may also be dismissed for behavior detrimental to the program, such as a gross violation of University policy as published in the Student Guide. Dismissal would occur only after established procedures were followed. Credit for Prior Education Students may petition the Master of Arts in Nursing faculty for approval of transfer of credit. Transfer credits will be evaluated on an individual basis. The only courses that will be considered for transfer credit are those earned from regionally accredited colleges and universities, whose course content is comparable to course content in the Master of Arts in Nursing program. No more than nine semester credits will be accepted for transfer credit. Schedules for Classes Master’s classes are taught in a hybrid format combining in-class and web-based instruction to meet the needs of working adults. Fall and spring classes typically meet 6 times per semester for 5 hour periods. Some variation of class schedules may occur. Summer classes may meet weekly for 5 hours for 7 weeks and others meet six times per semester. Video conferencing technology using Zoom is used to connect students in Rochester, MN, with students in Minneapolis. Some classes may use Zoom technology where students will Zoom from home. Some driving for class is required, as students from Rochester will travel to Minneapolis one time per semester and students from Minneapolis will travel to Rochester one time per semester, with the exception of NUR 523 and NUR 525. If weather is inclement, Zoom technology is used. Classes in Rochester meet at Bethel Lutheran Church at 810 3rd Ave SE, Rochester, MN. Practica are additional to courses. Students enroll in practica concurrently with enrollment in courses. Accreditation and Affiliations The Master of Arts in Nursing program is fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). 54 Augsburg is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see the listing in the Accreditation Approvals, and Memberships section. Faculty Kathleen Clark, DNP, RN, Assistant Professor and Director of the Augsburg Central Health Commons. Kaija Freborg, DNP, RN, Assistant Professor of Nursing. Director of BSN program Minneapolis. Cheryl Leuning, Phd, RN, Professor of Nursing. Joyce Miller, DNP, RN, Associate Professor of Nursing, Chair of the Department of Nursing, and Director of Graduate MAN and DNP-TCN Programs. Deborah Schuhmacher, DNP, RN, Assistant Professor of Nursing. Staff Sharon Wade, Nursing Programs Coordinator. Linden Gawboy, Nursing Programs Administrative Assistant. 55 Doctor of Nursing Practice – Transcultural Nursing (TCN) Leadership Track The Transcultural Nursing Leadership track is a post-masters doctoral degree with an emphasis on transcultural nursing leadership. As a post-master’s program, the DNP-TCN track of study prepares nurses for advanced leadership and practice roles in Transcultural Nursing (TCN). Mission Within the framework of liberal arts education and guided by the values of the Lutheran Church, the post-master’s Doctor of Nursing Practice program, TCN Leadership track of study prepares nurses for advanced transcultural nursing leadership in communities in order to maximize health through peaceful, just, and collaborative actions that uphold and improve human potential across care settings and care systems, with emphasis on eliminating health inequities locally and globally. Program Goals Graduates of the Doctor of Nursing Practice program are prepared to:    Negotiate the complexity of multicultural care settings and care systems to eliminate health inequities among populations and communities Challenge conventional knowledge about illness through an ecological approach to social determinants of health Lead change through building coalitions with marginalized people that are based on mutuality and common cause Program Structure The program is structured in a cohort model. One cohort a year will be admitted to begin in the fall term. Students can choose to take full or part-time study. Students taking full-time study take two didactic offerings, two seminars, and a practicum each semester. Students in full-time study can complete the post-master’s DNP-TCN curriculum in 20 months, including completion of the DNP project. Students selecting part-time study take one didactic offering, one seminar and a practicum each semester. As a part-time student, completion of the program is expected to take 32 months, including completion of the DNP project. The DNP curriculum is organized into 33 semester credits comprised of didactic classes, experiential practica, and seminars, with a DNP project completing the degree. As a practice doctorate, the emphasis is on building leadership and practice skills in knowledge application among diverse population groups. The goal is to improve health and decrease health inequities that lead to unnecessary morbidity and mortality in communities. Students graduating from the DNP-TCN track are eligible to apply to the Transcultural Nursing Certification Commission (TCNCC) for advanced certification in Transcultural Nursing. Didactic A total of six didactic courses (18 semester credits) constitute the DNP program. One course equals three semester credits. The DNP courses (NUR 800 level), are taught in a variety of immersion models: one format is two days a month eight hours of class time, followed by a half-day morning seminar. Other courses are offered in an immersion format of two days of class per semester with three half-day seminars. Some of the classes will incorporate Zoom technology. Class attendance is expected and should be considered a key responsibility, not only to one’s self, but to one’s classmates and the course instructor. Classes are held on Augsburg’s campus in Minneapolis and an additional learning site in Rochester, MN, at Bethel Lutheran Church (810 3rd Ave SE). Video conferencing using Zoom technology is used for some of the classes and for distant students. However, students must be prepared to drive to Rochester and/or Minneapolis for class at least once per semester. If weather is inclement, Zoom technology is used. 56 Practica Practica are organized to give flexibility and individual choice to students to support their increasing independence and depth of practice experience at the doctoral level. Students select practicum experiences that are either structured immersions in a variety of cultural contexts led by nursing faculty or are student initiated and individually directed experiences mentored by nursing faculty. In a 15-week semester, practicum hours are computed as follows:    1 semester credit hour = 2 semester credit hours = 3 semester credit hours = 45 clock hours of practicum time per semester 90 clock hours of practicum time per semester 135 clock hours of practicum time per semester To earn the DNP, students must complete a total of 1,000 practicum hours in their Master’s and DNP programs. Students will be allowed to transfer up to 600 practicum hours from their master’s in nursing into the Augsburg DNP. As such, all students will register for at least nine semester credits of practica in the post-master’s DNP-TCN. Study Abroad and Away The Department of Nursing works closely with cultural guides and nurse mentors in various contexts of care in emerging care settings at home and abroad. The Center for Global Education and Experience is a partner with the Department of Nursing in developing and facilitating study abroad opportunities in Guatemala, Mexico, Namibia, Pine Ridge, SD, and England. Additional collaborative partners include the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MOHSS) in Namibia. A detailed listing of practica and immersion experiences abroad and away can be found at the nursing website (www.augsburg.edu/nursing). Seminars Seminars focus on integration of conceptual learning with field practice, developing the student’s particular practice interests. Students are required to participate in a doctoral seminar every semester —fall and spring—until completion of the DNP degree. Cohorts of students who enter the DNP program together usually progress as a group in the seminars in which they enroll each semester, depending on whether they are studying full-time or part-time. The final seminar (NUR 841) culminates in the DNP project presentation and completion of the requirements for the DNP degree. Final DNP Project Final DNP projects must make a significant impact on nursing practice and health outcomes of populations and communities, demonstrate an evidence-based contribution to existing nursing knowledge, and be suitable for presentation or publication in a peer-reviewed venue. Through this scholarly project students demonstrate leadership in synthesizing and applying scientific knowledge to practice challenges in local and/or system wide contexts of care. Students should begin working on their DNP projects in the early stages of the DNP program and continue throughout the program. The student’s scholarly project is planned in collaboration with a major faculty advisor. For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Admission to the DNP-TCN Applicants to the Doctor of Nursing Practice TCN program must have:        An earned master’s degree in nursing from a regionally-accredited institution A GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 grading scale in master’s in nursing program A current unencumbered RN license to practice in the US. Evidence of a completed graduate research course Evidence of up-to-date immunizations Satisfactory results of a certified federal criminal background check A current Curriculum Vitae 57 Decisions about admission to the program will be made on an individual basis. Selection of candidates will be made on the basis of an evaluation of the following items for each applicant:     A 2-3 page professional essay responding to an excerpt from Wendell Berry’s essay, “Health in Membership.” Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from each regionally-accredited institution where a degree was earned, as well as from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. Three professional references A successful, personal interview with Augsburg Nursing faculty The number of applicants admitted to the DNP program will be limited and based on availability of faculty members who share a student’s practice interests and goals. Meeting the minimum admission criteria does not ensure that an applicant will be admitted to the program. Applicants who have graduated from a foreign nursing program, should submit their coursework for validation to the World Education Service (WES) or the National Association of Credential Evaluators (NACES) and have the reports sent directly to Augsburg University. Additionally, internationally-educated applicants may request the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS) (www.cgfns.org) to forward their educational credentials report to the Minnesota State Board of Nursing. Once their credentials are verified, applicants must apply for licensure and demonstrate successful passing of the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). Nurses who have previously submitted CGFNS credential verification in a state other than Minnesota, who have passed the NCLEX, will be considered for admission and must meet the same residency requirements expected of all students. Applicants whose first language is not English must submit score evidence from TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score report of 80 on the Internet Based TOEFL (iBT) with a subscore of 20 on the written and 20 on the speaking sections. See Graduate Admissions for more information. (www.augsburg.edu/grad/international) Academic Policies Evaluation of academic performance in the DNP program will be based on letter grades. See detailed information in the Academic Programs and Policies Attendance Policy Class attendance is expected and should be considered a key responsibility, not only to one’s self, but to one’s classmates and the course instructor. Instructors may lower grades if attendance and participation is lacking. Individual syllabi will contain individual instructors’ requirements. Because classes are held in Rochester and Minneapolis, students must prepare to drive to class at least once per semester. Academic Probation and Dismissal Policies Students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average in the DNP program. If a student falls below a 3.0 average, the student will be placed on probation for the following term. A 3.0 cumulative grade point average must be restored in order for a student to be removed from probation. If a student receives a grade of B- or less in a course, the student must petition successfully to the faculty of the DNP program before being allowed to continue in the program. A plan for the student to follow would be outlined at that time. If a second grade of B- or less is received, the student may be dismissed from the program. Students may also be dismissed for behavior detrimental to the program, such as a gross violation of University policy as published in the Student Guide. Dismissal would occur only after established procedures were followed. 58 Accreditation The Doctor of Nursing Practice program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Augsburg is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see the listing in the Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships section. Faculty Kathleen Clark, DNP, RN, Assistant Professor and Director of the Augsburg Central Health Commons. Cheryl Leuning, Phd, RN, Professor of Nursing. Kristin McHale, DNP, RN, Assistant Professor of Nursing, Director of the BSN Program, Rochester. Joyce Miller, DNP, RN, Associate Professor of Nursing, Chair of the Department of Nursing, and Director of Graduate MAN and DNP-TCN Programs. Deborah Schuhmacher, DNP, RN, Assistant Professor of Nursing. Staff Sharon Wade, Nursing Programs Coordinator. Linden Gawboy, Nursing Programs Administrative Assistant. 59 Doctor of Nursing Practice – Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Track The Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner is a post-BSN Doctor of Nursing Practice program focused on the primary care of families. The curriculum emphasizes knowledge, skills and values that foster one’s ability to lead change, while addressing health needs and concerns of families and communities. Nursing scholarship and advanced autonomous practice as a primary care Nurse Practitioner, frames the critical exploration of knowledge in transcultural nursing, integrative healthcare practices, transformational leadership, and health assessment. Mission Within the framework of liberal arts education and guided by the values of the Lutheran Church, the post-BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) to DNP/FNP track of study prepares nurses for advanced nursing leadership and integrative primary care of families across cultures and care settings. Emphasis is on eliminating health inequities through peaceful, just, and collaborative actions that uphold and improve human potential. Program Goals Graduates of the Doctor of Nursing Practice/Family Nurse Practitioner program are prepared to:      Negotiate the complexity of multicultural care settings and care systems to eliminate health inequities among populations and communities. Challenge conventional knowledge about illness through an ecological approach to social determinants of health. Lead change through building coalitions with marginalized people that are based on mutuality and common cause. Provide primary care to persons, families and communities with particular consideration for those who are underserved and/or marginalized by dominant societal structures. Integrate scientific evidence based guidelines into clinical practice. Program Structure The program is structured to admit students beginning each fall semester. Students take courses on a full-time basis during the completion of their 500 level courses, pre-FNP 800 level courses, and during the didactic and clinical courses in the FNP program. Length of program: The Post-BSN to DNP/FNP track of study leads to eligibility for certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and requires a minimum of 84 semester credit hours, including 56 didactic credit hours, 4 seminar credits, and 24 clinical credit hours. Didactic A total of 19 didactic courses (56 semester credits) constitute the DNP/FNP program. Didactic classes, structured practica, and clinical experiences are taught in a variety of flexible schedules that are responsive to student needs. 500 level courses consist of six classes a semester - five hours of class time, in addition to taking a one credit practicum course associated with the didactic course. The DNP courses (NUR 800 level), are taught in a variety of immersion models: one format is two days a month - eight hours of class time for the first day and four hours the subsequent morning. Other courses are offered in an immersion format of two days of class per semester with 3 half-day seminars. The FNP courses (final two years of study) are offered on Monday and Tuesday or Thursday and Friday, approximately six times a semester, class time hours will vary. Web-based assignments are integrated into all classes through Moodle. Community practicum experiences may be scheduled during the class meeting days as well. Additionally, some courses may be taught in an immersion format, where students and faculty are “immersed” in a unique socio-cultural context and course content and a set number of practicum hours are condensed into seven to fourteen days. Class attendance is expected and should be considered a key responsibility, not only to one’s self, but to one’s classmates and the course instructor. Classes are held on Augsburg’s campus in Minneapolis and in Rochester, MN, at Bethel Lutheran Church (810 3rd Ave SE) the location of Augsburg’s learning site or at Hermitage Farm Center for 60 Healing, 6415 West River Road NW, Rochester, MN. Video conferencing using Zoom technology is used for some of the classes. However, students must be prepared to drive to Rochester and/or Minneapolis for classes. If weather is inclement, Zoom technology is used. Practica (for DNP courses) / Clinicals (for FNP courses) To earn the DNP-FNP, a student must complete a total of 1080 practicum hours. This includes 405 practica hours for the DNP portion and 675 hours for the clinical portion. Practica are organized to give flexibility and individual choice to students to support their increasing independence and depth of practice experience at the doctoral level. Students select practicum experiences that are either structured immersions in a variety of cultural contexts led by nursing faculty or that are student initiated and individually directed experiences mentored by nursing faculty. Students will be allowed to transfer up to 400 practicum hours from their master’s degree in nursing to complete the required 405 hours for the DNP portion. 675 integrative primary care clinical hours are required. FNP clinical sites will be arranged by clinical faculty. Of the 675 clinical hours: 100 hours focuses on children/women’s health issues, 575 hours focuses on integrative primary care. In a 15-week semester, practicum hours are computed as follows:    1 semester credit hour = 45 clock hours of practicum time per semester 2 semester credit hour = 90 clock hours of practicum time per semester 3 semester credit hour = 135 clock hours of practicum time per semester Required Practica hours = 405 which equals 9 credits Required Clinical hours=675 which equals 15 credits The total credits for practica and clinicals are equal to 24. Seminars Seminars focus on integration of conceptual learning with field practice developing the student’s particular practice interest. Students are required to participate in a total of four one-semester-credit doctoral seminars during the DNP/FNP program. The final seminar culminates in the project presentation and completion of the requirements for the DNP degree. Study Abroad and Away The Department of Nursing works closely with cultural guides and nurse mentors in various contexts of care in emerging care settings at home and abroad. The Center for Global Education and Experience is a partner with the Department of Nursing in developing and facilitating study abroad opportunities in Guatemala, Mexico, Namibia, Pine Ridge, SD, and England. Additional collaborative partners include the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MOHSS) in Namibia. A detailed listing of practica and immersion experiences abroad and away can be found at the nursing website (www.augsburg.edu/nursing). Final DNP/FNP Project Final DNP/FNP projects must make a significant impact on nursing practice and health outcomes of populations and communities, demonstrate an evidence-based contribution to existing nursing knowledge, and be suitable for presentation or publication in a peer-reviewed venue. Through this scholarly project students demonstrate leadership in synthesizing and applying scientific knowledge to practice challenges in local and/or system wide contexts of care. Students should begin working on their DNP/FNP projects in the early stages of the program and continue throughout. The student’s scholarly project is planned in collaboration with a major faculty advisor. 61 For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Admission to the DNP/FNP Applicants to the Doctor of Nursing Practice FNP program must have:                A completed application form and payment of application fee. An earned baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN or BAN), master’s degree in nursing, or a doctor of nursing practice (DNP), from a nationally accredited institution and a nationally accredited nursing program. A minimum of five years active and current clinical practice as a Registered Nurse. Evidence of current unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse. MN license required. Other state licenses will be required for clinical rotations. Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from each regionally-accredited institution where a degree was earned, as well as from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. GPA of 3.0 from previous baccalaureate nursing program; GPA of 3.2 from previous masters in nursing program or DNP program. Three professional letters of recommendation. A 2-3 page professional essay responding to a posted question on the admission application. Documentation verifying the number of practice hours completed in a nationally accredited graduate nursing program, if applicable. (A maximum of 400 practice hours may be transferred into the DNP/FNP tract of study from a nationally accredited master’s in nursing program.) A current Curriculum Vitae. Successful personal interview with Augsburg Nursing Faculty. Evidence of a completed undergraduate statistics course (within the last 5 years) on an official transcript before enrolling in the Nursing Research course (NUR520) & the associated practicum (NUR520P). Evidence of up to date immunizations per Department/University requirements Evidence of HIPAA training. Satisfactory results of a certified federal criminal background check at time of admission and annually thereafter; additional testing may be required for clinical placement, e.g., alcohol, drug testing, HIV testing, etc. The number of applicants admitted to the DNP/FNP program will be limited and based on availability of faculty members that share a student’s practice interests and goals. Meeting the minimum admission criteria does not ensure that an applicant will be admitted to the program. The above Admission Criteria are current as of April 2018 and are subject to change. Applicants who have graduated from a foreign nursing program, should submit their coursework for validation to the World Education Service (WES) or the National Association of Credential Evaluators (NACES) and have the reports sent directly to Augsburg University. Additionally, internationally-educated applicants may request the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS) (www.cgfns.org) to forward their educational credentials report to the Minnesota State Board of Nursing. Once their credentials are verified, applicants must apply for licensure and demonstrate successful passing of the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). Nurses who have previously submitted CGFNS credential verification in a state other than Minnesota, who have passed the NCLEX, will be considered for admission and must meet the same residency requirements expected of all students. Applicants whose first language is not English must submit score evidence from TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score report of 80 on the Internet Based TOEFL (iBT) with a subscore of 20 on the written and 20 on the speaking sections. See Graduate Admissions for more information. (www.augsburg.edu/grad/international) 62 Academic Policies Evaluation of academic performance in the DNP program will be based on letter grades. See detailed information in the Academic Programs and Policies Attendance Policy Class attendance is expected and should be considered a key responsibility, not only to one’s self, but to one’s classmates and the course instructor. Instructors may lower grades if attendance and participation is lacking. Individual syllabi will contain individual instructors’ requirements. Because classes are held in Rochester and Minneapolis, students must prepare to drive to class at least once per semester. Academic Probation and Dismissal Policies Students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average in the DNP program. If a student falls below a 3.0 average, the student will be placed on probation for the following term. A 3.0 cumulative grade point average must be restored in order for a student to be removed from probation. If a student receives a grade of a B- or less, the student must petition to the faculty of the DNP program before being allowed to continue in the program. If a second grade of a B- or less is received, the student may be dismissed from the program. Students may also be dismissed for behavior detrimental to the program, such as a gross violation of University policy as published in the Student Guide. Dismissal would occur only after established procedures were followed. Accreditation The Doctor of Nursing Practice program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), which has accredited the Master of Arts in Nursing and the Bachelor of Science in Nursing programs at Augsburg. Augsburg is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see the listing in the Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships section. Faculty Kathleen Clark, DNP, RN, Assistant Professor and Director of the Augsburg Central Health Commons. Kaija Freborg, DNP, RN, Assistant Professor of Nursing. Director of BSN program Minneapolis. Michelle Higgins, MSN, FNP, Instructor. Janice James, DNP, FNP, Instructor and Clinical Director of FNP Program Minneapolis. Dawn Kaderabek, DNP, FNP-C. Cheryl Leuning, Phd, RN, Professor of Nursing. Joyce Miller, DNP, RN, Associate Professor of Nursing, Chair of the Department of Nursing, and Director of Graduate MAN and DNP-TCN Programs. Tammy Olney, DNP, FNP, Instructor and Clinical Director of FNP Program Rochester. Deborah Schuhmacher, DNP, RN, Assistant Professor of Nursing. Lisa Van Getson, DNP, FNP, Assistant Professor, Director, DNP-FNP Program. Staff Sharon Wade, Nursing Programs Coordinator. Linden Gawboy, Nursing Programs Administrative Assistant. 63 Master of Business Administration Embarking on a graduate degree program is an exciting and challenging decision. The Augsburg MBA is a rigorous and intensive educational experience. The Augsburg MBA is practical and “hands-on,” focusing on applicable skills and knowledge designed to increase your ability to think, analyze and act. Augsburg MBA students all work on a consulting project with a local business where they apply what they’ve learned in the classroom to a real-world business problem. The Augsburg MBA also provides students a unique opportunity to investigate business cultures and practices through a faculty-led international experience. Our curriculum integrates the global experience of our faculty and reflects Augsburg’s mission of developing leaders grounded in values, purpose, and vocation. The Augsburg MBA is a proven accelerated cohort-based program focused on three learning modules: Personal and Professional Development, Quantitative Decision Making, and Value Creation, all built on a foundation of ethical decision-making. We encourage our students to challenge themselves, their classmates and professors to bring a new and expanded focus of the world through guided reflection and examination. Augsburg MBA students are chosen because they exhibit purpose and direction in their careers and lives, and positive engagement with their community and associates. Our MBA graduates make a difference. We invite you to become part of a growing community of Augsburg MBA alumni. George Dierberger, Ed.D. Interim Director, Master of Business Administration Program MBA Mission - “Prepare Students for Meaningful Work” Our mission is to prepare students for meaningful work by developing their decision-making skills, critical thinking and by transforming them into effective managers and leaders in service to others. The program aspires to provide an outstanding student-centered education that produces graduates who are critically astute, technically proficient, and who understand the moral and ethical consequences of their decisions on their organization and on the world. Accreditation The Augsburg MBA is a candidate for accreditation with the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). Augsburg is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see the listing in the Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships section. MBA Program Overview Today’s business leader must be able to quickly analyze situations and information and critically analyze alternatives and courses of action. The purpose of the Augsburg MBA is to prepare students to accept greater responsibility in organizations facing this dynamic and fast-evolving business culture. The curriculum of the MBA gives students the ability to think critically and ethically as they face the increased challenges of a global business environment. Quality, individual initiative, ethics, and teamwork are hallmarks of the Augsburg MBA. We have a commitment to continually improve students’ experiences and learning in the program. Our faculty is uniquely qualified to bridge theory and realworld application, giving MBA students opportunities to acquire skills and knowledge in a variety of disciplines. Plan of Study The Augsburg MBA is an accelerated, evening program that allows working professionals to complete an MBA degree in approximately 24 months. This is accomplished by using a cohort model in which students follow a predetermined schedule with classes meeting one night a week. Students in a cohort program model stay together as a group through the sequence of classes for the duration of the program. This provides a continuous, collaborative learning process. The cohort environment fosters a cohesive learning community where students learn from one another, mentor each other, and peer coach. You’ll share diverse 64 professional expertise and experience as you work in teams on projects, case studies, presentations, and simulations, both inside and outside of class. Working both individually and in small groups enables you to enhance your strengths, build your skills, expand your business acumen, and improve your decision-making. Together as a community you’ll build personal, social, and academic abilities. Adult learners bring a wealth of work and personal life experiences with them into the classroom, multiplying the opportunities for learning. The personal connections and relationships you build with fellow students and faculty will extend into an important and valuable network as you take your career to new levels. Credit for Prior Learning Up to nine credits may be waived through prior business coursework (with director/faculty approval) or certain professional credentials (with appropriate documentation). Consult the MBA program office for details. Students who have passed the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) or Certified Management Accountants (CMA) exam may be waived from MBA 520, Accounting for Managers. Students with prior academic coursework that meets the following criteria may be waived from eligible core courses.  Completion of at least two undergraduate courses covering corresponding Augsburg MBA core course material (See department for Equivalency details).  The most recent of the undergraduate courses was taken within the past five years and a second course within seven years.  A grade of B (or 3.0 on 4 point scale) or higher was earned in any course considered for a course waiver.  Course(s) must be taken at an approved, regionally-accredited institution.  Acceptance of core course waivers implies the student accepts the responsibility for having the essential knowledge and understanding of the core course material, and is properly prepared for any future core or elective course for which the waived course was a prerequisite. Academic credit is not awarded for any waived course, nor will the course appear on academic transcripts. Academic Calendar The Augsburg MBA is a year-round program. Courses are offered during fall, spring, and summer semesters. Courses are offered consecutively during each term so students are able to concentrate on one subject at a time. The program is designed to have students take at least two courses per term. Official academic calendars and the MBA registration policies can be found at www.augsburg.edu/registrar. The unique cohort model of the Augsburg MBA requires individual schedules for each cohort. These schedules are provided by the MBA department. The Faculty-Led International Experience Each year, all current MBA students are offered the opportunity to participate in a faculty-led international experience. This trip is taken in conjunction with either MBA 565 - Managing in a Global Environment or MBA 595 - Strategic Management. Students will travel as a group to an international location, visit businesses, participate in faculty lectures, and learn about the culture and traditions of the countries visited. Each MBA student should have two opportunities during their matriculation in the program to participate. Costs can vary; but as a minimum, trips normally include tuition (for the course selected), lodging, and travel in-country, as well as some meals. Program Requirements The Augsburg MBA requires 42 semester credits for degree completion. Augsburg MBA courses are three semester credits each. Each three semester credit course consists of 28-32 hours of in-class instruction and 5 ½ - 9 ½ hours of online instruction per week through a web-based electronic course management system. A total of 14 courses are required for the Augsburg MBA. There are 12 core courses and 2 elective/concentration courses. 65 MBA Program Sequence Semester 1: MBA 592 - Leadership: Ethics, Vision and Transformation MBA 545 - Organizational Behavior Semester 2: MBA 540 - Business and Professional Ethics MBA 560 - Communication Issues in Management Semester 3: MBA 570 - Quantitative Decision-Making for Managers MBA 520 - Accounting for Business Managers Semester 4: MBA 530 - Managerial Finance MBA 510 - Applied Managerial Economics Semester 5: MBA 550 - Marketing Management MBA 595 - Strategic Management Semester 6: MBA 565 - Managing in a Global Environment MBA 580 - Management Consulting Project Concentration Course 1 Semester 7: MBA 580 - Management Consulting Project (begins in semester 6) Concentration Course 2 Electives Students are required to complete a concentration in either Finance, Leadership, or Entrepreneurship. Finance Concentration MBA 532 - Investment Theory and Portfolio Management MBA 535 - International Finance Leadership Concentration Any two MAL electives from the Master of Arts in Leadership program Entrepreneurship Concentration MBA 596 - Managing Innovation MBA 583 - Entrepreneurship: Execution, Planning & Strategy The entrepreneur concentration teaches students how to perform the due diligence in developing a business idea into reality by assessing the risks before product development. Our students learn how to collaborate and iterate in approaching the market opportunity and potential solution. Student Learning Experience Student Learning Experiences are meant to integrate the material from the three modules: Personal & Professional Development (SLE 1), Quantitative Analysis & Decision Making (SLE 2), and Value Creation (SLE 3). SLE 1 is embedded in MBA 540 Business Ethics, MBA 545 Organizational Behavior, and MBA 592 Leadership: Ethics, Vision and Transformation. SLE 2 is embedded across the MBA curriculum. SLE 3 is a single course, MBA 580 Management Consulting Project. 66 For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Locations and Schedules MBA classes are offered at two locations: Augsburg’s Minneapolis campus and Augsburg’s Rochester campus. Cohorts begin three times per academic year at Augsburg’s Minneapolis campus: September, January, and May. In Rochester, cohorts begin in September and May. Orientation for new cohorts is generally scheduled for one to two weeks in advance of the beginning of classes. For more information on class schedules, go to www.augsburg.edu/mba or call the Office of Admissions at 612-330-1101. Admission to the Augsburg MBA Program Admission to the Augsburg MBA program is determined by a committee decision. The committee may include MBA program staff, Business Administration Department faculty, and Office of Admissions staff. Admission Requirements Applicants to the MBA program must have:    Bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited four-year institution Minimum of two years of relevant work experience Personal interview with the MBA program director Admission checklist The following materials must be submitted to the Office of Admissions:        Completed application—Apply online at www.augsburg.edu/mba $35 application fee Two personal statements Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the regionally-accredited institution granting the Bachelor’s degree and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. Current résumé of work history Two confidential letters of recommendation MBA Math (optional for admission; passing score required for some courses) Admission as an International Student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students in the Graduate Admissions section. Admission as a Transfer Student Students may apply to Augsburg as a transfer student. Transfer students follow the same procedure as new applicants. Transfer students may receive up to 9 semester credits in transfer. (See Evaluation of Transfer Credit in Academic Programs and policies.) Students must complete no fewer than 21 semester credits at Augsburg in order to receive their MBA degree from Augsburg University. All students must complete the Management Consulting project (MBA 580) to graduate. Eligible coursework must be approved by the MBA program director before transfer credit will be granted. 67 Academic Policies MBA Program Enrollment Policy Students are strongly encouraged to remain in their cohort and complete their MBA program as scheduled. Adjustments or modifications to the MBA schedule require the approval of the MBA program director. All students are required to complete all components of the program within five years of matriculation. Extensions beyond five years will be considered on the basis of petition to the MBA director. Students who leave the program for more than one semester must request a leave of absence in writing from the MBA program. A leave of absence may be granted for one calendar year. Students who return to the program after a leave of one year or more must fill out an Application for Readmission form and submit it to the MBA office. Time spent on an official MBA-approved leave of absence will not count toward the five-year deadline for degree completion. Academic Evaluation The grading scale used for the evaluation of academic performance in the MBA program is an A-F scale, with the exception of MBA 580, which is pass/no pass only. For complete information on grading and evaluation, see Academic Programs and Policies. Withdrawal from Class For information regarding the last date on which students may withdraw from a class and receive a “W” on their records, refer to the academic calendar at www.augsburg.edu/registrar. Attendance Policies Student attendance at scheduled class meetings is a priority and required. However, MBA faculty understand that MBA students are working adults with significant responsibilities who, on occasion, face unforeseen situations that may interfere with attendance. Students should notify the faculty member teaching the course as soon as possible. When the student knows in advance of a class date where a potential conflict exists, they must discuss the proposed missed class with the faculty member prior to the date of the class. Students are responsible for the work covered during that class session and for making appropriate arrangements for obtaining handouts, lecture content, or other materials. Faculty members may assign appropriate independent work to insure that the student understands the material covered during the class session. If appropriate and acceptable coordination is carried out by the student, there need not be any grade reduction for a single missed class session. This may be dependent on assignments due on the date of the missed class; e.g., final project presentations or team presentations. Point/grade reductions for unexcused absences are the prerogative of the faculty. Two missed class sessions, excused or unexcused, may be grounds for directing the student to withdraw from the course. More than two absences, excused or unexcused, require that a student withdraw from the class. Degree Requirements To be conferred the MBA degree, students must achieve the following:    Passing score on all modules of MBA math (http://mbamath.com/). MBA math contains modules in accounting, economics, finance, statistics, and spreadsheets Successful completion of MBA courses with a grade of B or above No more than two courses with a grade of B- or below, and with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher at the completion of the program MBA Faculty Jeanne M. Boeh, Associate Professor of Economics. BS, MA, PhD, University of Illinois. David Conrad, Associate Professor of Business Administration. BA, Winona State University; MA, Ed.D, St. Mary’s University. 68 George Dierberger, Assistant Professor of Business Administration. BS, University of Minnesota; MA, International Studies, University of St. Thomas; MBA, Fairleigh Dickinson University; Ed.D, Organization Development, University of St Thomas. Marc Isaacson, Assistant Professor of Business Administration. BA, St. Olaf College; MS, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Phyllis Kapetanakis, Assistant Professor of Business Administration. BA, BS, Creighton University; MT, Arizona State University. Marc McIntosh, Assistant Professor of Business Administration. BS, DePaul University; MBA, Harvard University; DBA, Argosy University. 69 Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing MFA Mission The Master in Fine Arts in Creative Writing program broadens and deepens the artistic sensibilities of the student writers, creating a close-knit community with fellow writers within and outside of the program. Students receive individual attention from accomplished and forward-thinking faculty who help them prepare themselves for the future of creative writing. Program Overview The MFA at Augsburg University is designed to accommodate writers who work full-time, live outside of Minnesota, or simply desire the flexibility of a low-residency experience. This two-year program offers one-on-one work with mentors throughout the year, features an annual ten-day summer residency, and provides the opportunity to join a lifelong community of writers. Genres      Creative Nonfiction Fiction Playwriting Poetry Screenwriting Concentrations    Teaching Translation Publishing Features      Two-year program Annual summer residency Online classrooms One-on-one mentor work Student to mentor ratio of 5:1 Summer Residency Begin the program with a ten-day summer residency in Minneapolis, participating in daily workshops, readings, and mini-courses that focus on literary craft as well as career skills in teaching, editing, publishing, book arts, advertising, and translation. The program includes three summer residencies in Minneapolis. Fall and Spring Semesters Online The first and second residencies are each followed by two off-campus semesters of work with faculty mentors in virtual classrooms that make use of online and other technologies. Each semester, MFA candidates enroll in a Mentorship and Creative and Critical Reading course. In addition, students complete a craft paper during the third off-campus semester and prepare a craft talk in the fourth. Cross-genre work is encouraged. 70 Semester Mentorships The Mentorship is a one-on-one experience with a faculty mentor who guides the student’s production of work and study of craft. This one-on-one creative studio experience is focused on the MFA candidate’s own writing and growth as a writer. Critical and Creative Reading in an Online Classroom This is a reading-as-writers course that provides an opportunity to work with the mentor and a community of peers, considering craft, criticism and aesthetics. Meetings are online in the electronic classroom. The format may include online discussion boards, video chats, and teleconferences with mentors and fellow learners. The online classroom offers an opportunity to continue conversations begun during the residency with members of the MFA community. Traditional Plan of Study Augsburg’s Traditional MFA in Creative Writing program can be completed in nine courses (46 credits) over two years by taking the three summer residencies, four long-distance mentorship and reading courses (fall and spring semesters), a craft paper course, and a thesis course.    First Year o Summer Residency I (6 credits), held for ten days on the Minneapolis campus, includes a workshop in the student’s declared genre, as well as readings and lectures. To earn credit for the residency, students must complete reading and writing assignments in the weeks before and after the residency (Summer Term 2). o Fall Semester I (6 credits), Mentorship and Creative and Critical Reading course. This work is conducted remotely, via computer, phone, and/or mail. Students work closely with their mentor and other writers in their declared genre. o Spring Semester I (6 credits), Mentorship and Creative and Critical Reading course — this time in a genre outside the student’s chosen area of specialization. This work is conducted remotely, via computer, phone, and/or mail. Second Year o Summer Residency II (6 credits), held for ten days on the Minneapolis campus, and including a workshop in the declared genre, as well as readings and lectures. To earn credit for the residency, students must complete reading and writing assignments in the weeks before and after the residency. o Fall Semester II, Mentorship and Creative and Critical Reading course (6 credits) and a Craft Paper course (2 credits) in which students complete a craft paper examining some aspect of writing. This work is conducted remotely, via computer, phone, and/or mail. o Spring Semester II, Mentorship and Creative and Critical Reading course (6 credits) and a Thesis course (2 credits) in which students complete their thesis. This work is conducted remotely, via computer, phone, and/or mail. Third Summer o Summer Residency III (6 credits), held for ten days on the Minneapolis campus, and including a workshop in the declared genre, as well as readings and lectures. Graduating students give a public craft talk and a reading from their thesis (students should prepare for this work during their second year). To earn credit for the residency, students must complete reading and writing assignments in the weeks before and after the residency. Optional Courses of Study  Extended Study. Designed for students who wish to prolong their studies in a single genre, this option has students completing at least five mentored and reading semesters instead of the standard four. At least four of these semesters should be used to study the student’s declared genre.  Mixed Genre. Designed for students who want to more deeply immerse themselves in a secondary genre, this option has students completing at least five mentored and reading semesters, including three in the student’s primary declared genre and at least two in a different genre.  Post-MFA. Designed for students who already have an MFA, this option allows students to drop into the program for a single residency or semester of study — or longer. Students seeking this option should contact the program director, as the director’s approval is required. 71  Career Concentration Option. Designed for students who wish to better prepare themselves for the job market, this option allows students to enroll in electives in teaching, translation and/or publishing. This work is usually completed alongside a traditional or extended/mixed genre course of study. The career concentration courses are also available as post-MFA studies. Career concentrations includes: o Teaching Practice and Theory - The Concentration in Teaching is a one-semester program (4 credits) combining practical and theoretical pedagogy to better prepare students who intend to teach. Students work with accomplished writing faculty as they consider curriculum and syllabi development. Students gain teaching experience by completing an internship in the teaching of writing. Prerequisite: teaching practice and theory seminars during summer residencies. o Publishing: Howling Bird Press Book Prize - The Concentration in Publishing is a two-semester experience (8 credits total) designed to introduce students to various aspects of the trade, including acquisition, editing, graphic design production, marketing and distribution. Each year, students work with experienced faculty to select and publish the winner of the Augsburg Howling Bird national competition. During the second semester, students work as the staff and editors of Howling Bird Press; in exchange for this workload, students pay a registration fee rather than full tuition for the semester. Prerequisite: seminars in publishing during summer residencies. o Translation - The Concentration in Translation is a one-semester experience (4 credits) in reading, translating, adapting, and creating. Working with a published literary translator, students focus on translation methods, approaches, and production of text. Prerequisite: translation seminars during summer residencies. Course Listing ENL 531 - Residency in Creative Writing: Fiction ENL 532 - Residency in Creative Writing: Nonfiction ENL 533 - Residency in Creative Writing: Poetry ENL 534 - Residency in Creative Writing: Screenwriting ENL 535 - Residency in Creative Writing: Playwriting ENL 536 - Residency in Creative Writing: Multi-Genre ENL 541 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Fiction ENL 542 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Nonfiction ENL 543 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Poetry ENL 544 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Screenwriting ENL 545 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Playwriting ENL 546 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Multi-Genre ENL 547 - Craft Paper: Fiction ENL 548 - Craft Paper: Nonfiction ENL 549 - Craft Paper: Poetry ENL 550 - Craft Paper: Screenwriting ENL 551 - Craft Paper: Playwriting ENL 552 - Craft Paper: Multi-Genre ENL 553 - Thesis: Fiction ENL 554 - Thesis: Nonfiction ENL 555 - Thesis: Poetry ENL 556 - Thesis: Screenwriting ENL 557 - Thesis: Playwriting ENL 558 - Thesis: Multi-Genre ENL 559 - Thesis ENL 561 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Fiction ENL 562 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Nonfiction ENL 563 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Poetry ENL 564 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Screenwriting ENL 565 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Playwriting ENL 566 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Multi-Genre 72 Concentration Courses: ENL 525 - Teaching Writing: Practice and Theory ENL 526 - Literary Translation Practicum ENL 527 - Publishing I ENL 528 - Publishing II For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Admission to MFA Admission Requirements Qualified applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited college or university with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher for all undergraduate coursework. Students with a GPA of 2.5-3.0 may be admitted conditionally into the program based on the strength of their writing samples. Applications Must Include  Completed online application  One letter of recommendation  A personal essay  Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the regionally-accredited institution granting the Bachelor’s degree and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary.  A writing sample: o Fiction or Creative Non-Fiction, 20 pages, double-spaced o Poetry, 15-20 pages, single-spaced o Screenwriting or Playwriting, up to 30 pages in script/playwriting format Admission as an International Student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students in the Graduate Admissions section. Academic Policies Credit To earn the MFA, candidates must complete 46 semester credits, write a critical/creative paper, deliver a public lecture/presentation, give a public reading/staging, and complete a book length manuscript of publishable quality (fiction, nonfiction and poetry), a screenplay/calling card script (screenwriting), or a full-length play of producible quality (playwriting). The residencies and the combined mentorship and critical and creative reading courses carry six credits each. Craft paper and thesis courses carry two credits each. To include a concentration in Teaching or in Translation in the MFA, students must complete 10 courses or 50 credits. For the MFA with a concentration in Publishing, students must complete 11 courses or 54 credits. 73 Transfer Augsburg’s low-residency MFA includes in-person and online elements that help us maintain a strong community and create a culture in which our writers thrive. This studio degree is the terminal degree in writing and because of the unique features of a terminal, low-residency, studio degree, the final decision on transfer credit will depend on review by the Augsburg University MFA Program. A maximum of eight semester credits from traditional residency MFA programs and from MA programs in creative writing or English literature may be accepted. The MFA Program Director will review and may offer up to four additional credits in transfer for equivalent residency or workshop experience completed in another program. The maximum transfer credits allowed is 12 credits. Academic Evaluation Grading The MFA Program uses fine arts studio grading practices, formative in nature and designed to be an element of the teaching curriculum. A narrative transcript composed of comments on those elements that the particular student writer is working on during a particular term will be used to assess progress in the mentorship courses. These are formative and qualitative assessment elements and professors’ responses will vary as professor/artists and student/artists approach student work with the student’s individual artistic aims in mind. In addition to the fine arts formative and qualitative assessment, students will be assessed in light of their success in meeting learning objectives of the course while completing work assigned. MFA in Creative Writing Courses are graded on a Pass/No Credit basis, using the Augsburg graduate grading model scale as described below: P – Represents work at B or higher and meets acceptable standards. N – No credit, not counted in grade point average. Alignment of Course Outcomes MFA courses are aligned with the Program Hallmarks of the Association of Writers and Writing Programs (AWP), the national professional organization for writing programs and the writers who teach in those programs. Participation Students are expected to fully participate in Summer Residencies, attending workshop sessions and scheduled meetings with mentors as well as a majority of readings, lectures and other scheduled sessions. Participation in off-campus coursework is expected to occur during the designated time for each Mentorship studio critique session and “time away” for creative work. Students are also expected to take part in synchronous and asynchronous sessions with mentors and demonstrate “presence” in the Creative and Critical Reading courses through regularly scheduled exchanges with faculty and peers. Academic Honesty Augsburg’s high expectations for academic honesty will be applied to this class. Please refer to the Student Guide at inside.augsburg.edu/studentaffairs/studentguide/academic-honest-policies if you have any questions. Affiliation The Augsburg University MFA Program is a member of the Association of Writers and Writing Programs (AWP) and curriculum is based on the AWP Hallmarks of an Effective Low Residency MFA Program in Creative Writing. A complete list of Augsburg’s accreditation, approvals, and memberships, is available in the Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships section. 74 Mentor Faculty Karen Babine, MFA Mentor, BA, Concordia College; MFA, Eastern Washington University; PhD, University of Nebraska, Lincoln. Jeremy Bandow, MFA Mentor. Associate of Science in Screenwriting, Minneapolis Community and Technical College; BFA, Regis University; MFA, Augsburg University. James Cihlar, Publishing Mentor. BA, University of Iowa; MA, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; PhD, University of Nebraska, Lincoln. Stephan Clark, Associate Professor of English, MFA Mentor. BA, University of Southern California; MA, University of California, Davis; PhD, Literature and Creative Writing, the University of Southern California. Cass Dalglish, Professor of English, MFA Mentor. BA, Spanish Language and Literature, St. Catherine University; MFA, Creative Writing, Vermont College of Fine Arts; PhD, Creative Writing, Archetypal and Ancient Women’s Writing, The Union Institute and University. Heid E. Erdrich, MFA Mentor. BA, Dartmouth College; MA, The Johns Hopkins University Writing Seminars; PhD, Creative Writing and Native American Literature, The Union Institute and University. Carson Kreitzer, MFA Mentor. BA, Yale University; MFA, University of Texas, Austin. Sarah Myers, Associate Professor of Theatre Arts, MFA Mentor. BS, Northwestern University; MFA, Playwriting and Drama and Theatre for Youth & Communities; PhD, Performance as Public Practice, the University of Texas, Austin. Lindsay Starck, Assistant Professor of English, MFA Mentor. BA, Yale University; MFA, University of Notre Dame; PhD, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. Cary Waterman, Assistant Professor of English, MFA Mentor. BA, the University of Denver; MA, Poetry Thesis, Minnesota State University-Mankato. Faculty Associates D.E. Green, Professor of English. Academic Writing and Teaching Faculty. BA, Amherst College; MA, PhD, Brown University. Michael Kidd, Associate Professor of Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies, Translation and Adaptation Faculty. BA, Pomona College; PhD, Cornell University. Kathryn Swanson, Professor of English, Academic Writing and Teaching Faculty. BA, St. Olaf College; MA, PhD, University of Minnesota. Visiting Writers Fiction Ted Thompson, 2018 Kate Bernheimer, 2017 Jacob Appel, 2016 Helene Wecker, 2015 Pam Houston, 2014 Benjamin Percy, 2013 Creative Nonfiction Kao Kalia Yang, 2018 Jean Harper, 2017 Greg Breining, 2016 75 Sue William Silverman, 2013 & 2015 Deborah Blum, 2014 Poetry Katelynn Hibbard, 2018 Patricia Smith, 2017 Sean Hill, 2016 Marcie Vogel, 2015 Alex Lemon, 2014 Ed Bok Lee, 2013 Playwriting Andrew Rosendorf, 2018 Harrison Rivers, 2017 Christina Ham, 2016 Carson Kreitzer, 2015 Kristoffer Diaz, 2014 Screenwriting Wenona Wilms, 2018 Remy Auberjonois & Kate Nowlin, 2017 Michael Starrbury, 2016 Ken Rance, 2015 Bill Wheeler, 2014 Christina Lazaridi, 2013 Administration Stephan Clark, Director Lindsay Starck, Associate Director Staff Kathleen Matthews, Administrative Assistant 76 Master of Music Therapy MMT Mission To prepare students to be leaders in the field, while fostering their passion to serve clients and families, and offer unique learning experiences that allow them to discover and realize their full potential. To engage students in life changing experiences, rich in experiential learning, collaborative in nature, fostering a holistic view of the use of music in health, healing and well-being. To advance the practice of music therapy by preparing students through a hybrid master’s degree program that is innovative, flexible and possesses breadth and depth, designed to meet the changing demands of healthcare. Program Overview Degree requirements The MMT degree program is designed for music therapists who are currently board certified and who wish to continue their education and advance their level of practice. The program is a 36 credit program with core music therapy courses, courses focused on the practice of music therapy in healthcare and medicine, and elective courses of interest. Core Music Therapy Courses – 24 credits MUS 510 - Advanced Music Therapy Theory (3 credits) MUS 511 - Advanced Music Therapy Practicum (0 credit) MUS 515 - Advanced Music Therapy Clinical Practice I (3 credits) MUS 520 - Advanced Music Therapy Clinical Practice II (3 credits) MUS 525 - Cross-Cultural Awareness in Music Therapy (3 credits) MUS 530 - Music Therapy Ethics (2 credits) MUS 535 - Music Therapy Supervision and Professional Development (2 credits) MUS 540 - Music Therapy Research I (3 credits) MUS 545 - Music Therapy Research II (3 credits) MUS 595 – Thesis or Final Project (2 credits) Music Therapy Electives– 12 credits MUS 550 - Music Psychotherapy (2 credits) MUS 554 - Advanced Music Therapy Clinical Improvisation (3 credits) MUS 555 - Music Therapy, Spirituality and Well-being (2 credits) MUS 560 - Music and Imagery (2 credits) MUS 565 - Advanced Music Therapy with Infants, Children and Family Centered Care (2 credits) MUS 570 - Music, Neurology and Physiology (3 credits) MUS 575 - Music Therapy in Palliative Care (2 credits) MUS 576 - Music Therapy in Trauma Informed Care (3 credits) MUS 580 - Transcultural Music Therapy I (4 credits) (global educational experience) MUS 582 – Transcultural Music Therapy II (4 credits) (global educational experience) MUS 585 - Advanced Music Therapy Group Work (3 credits) MUS 590 - Interdisciplinary Practice & Research Methods in Music Therapy (3 credits) Thesis or Final Project Completion of a thesis or final project is required as a part of the degree program. The thesis and final project are both subject to approval by program director.  Thesis: A scholarly paper utilizing historical, philosophical, descriptive, experimental or mixed methods research. 77  Final Project: A supervised clinical project that is comprehensive and designed to develop and advance an area of one’s clinical practice. The Equivalency Plus Master of Music Therapy will complete the courses outlined above in addition to any courses needed to accomplish their equivalent status. The Equivalency Plus MMT is 64 credits plus the clinical internship and is designed to be completed in two and a half years. The equivalency courses include the following: MUS 271 - Introduction to Music Therapy (2 credits) MUS 340 - Music Therapy Methods I (4 credits) MUS 345 - Music Therapy Methods II (4 credits) MUS 372 - Psychological Foundations of Music I (4 credits) MUS 374 - Music Therapy Practicum (1 credits) MUS 375 - Music Therapy Practicum (1 credits) BIO 103 - Human Anatomy & Physiology (4 credits) PSY 105 - Principles of Psychology (4 credits) PSY 203 - Lifespan Development (4 credits) PSY 262 - Abnormal Psychology (4 credits) The Equivalency Plus+ Master of Music Therapy will complete the courses outlined previous two sections (MMT and Equivalency Plus), as well as the course listed below. MUS 113 - Music Theory and Aural Skills I MUS 114 - Music Theory and Aural Skills II MUP xxx Primary Lessons (minimum 4 semesters needed) MUE xxx Chamber or Large Ensemble (minimum of 4 semesters needed) MUS 213 - Music Theory and Aural Skills III MUS 214 - Music Theory and Aural Skills IV MUS 231 History and Literature of Music, Antiquity to 1750 (4 credits) MUS 232 History and Literature of Music, 1750 to Present (4 credits) Plan of Study There are three tracks for the Master of Music Therapy program. The first is for individuals who hold a bachelor’s degree in music therapy. They follow the master of music therapy track. The second track is for individuals that hold a bachelor’s degree in music. They follow the Equivalency Plus Master of Music Therapy track. The third is for individuals that hold a bachelor’s degree that is not in music, but have a strong music background. They follow the Equivalency Plus+ Master of Music Therapy track. Admission to MMT        Online Application Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the regionally-accredited institution granting the Bachelor’s degree and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. 2 letters of recommendation (can be submitted online through the application-please have your recommenders email addresses when you begin the application). Proof of Board Certification An Audition (this can be taped or live) ten to fifteen minutes of your best instrument(s). Essay-(can be submitted as part of the online application) no longer than three pages addressing the following questions. Describe your goals as a music therapist and how an MMT degree will help you reach those goals. 78   Tell about a moment that helped encourage you to begin a career in music therapy. As a music therapist you will help people from all walks of life and with a variety of needs and illnesses, how are you qualified (physically, mentally, and emotionally) to assist these people in improving their quality of life? Please note that you can upload your essay directly into the online application. You may also input the names and emails of your recommenders and the system will send them a link to directions and the checklist we request they fill out for you. If not submitted with the online application, materials need to be sent to: Augsburg University Graduate Admissions, CB 65 2211 Riverside Ave S. Minneapolis, MN 55454 or emailed to gradinfo@augsburg.edu For Academic Policies, please see Academic Policies. Accreditation and Affiliation Augsburg is regionally accredited by: The Higher Learning Commission The Master of Music Therapy Program is accredited by: National Association Schools of Music (NASM) American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) MMT Faculty Annie Heiderscheit, Assistant Professor, Director of Master of Music Therapy. BME-MT, Wartburg College; MS, Iowa State University; PhD, University of Minnesota. Debbie Bates, Instructor. Kimberly Donley, Instructor. Nancy A. Jackson, Instructor. Dawn McDougal Miller, Instructor. Emma Moonier, Instructor. 79 Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Mission The mission of the Augsburg University PA Program is based on a foundation of respect and sensitivity to persons of all cultures and backgrounds and oriented toward providing care to underserved populations. Students are well educated in current medical theory and practice, and graduates are encouraged to work in primary care settings. The program promotes dedication to excellence in performance, with the highest standards of ethics and integrity, and commitment to lifelong personal and professional development. Accreditation The Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) has granted Continued Accreditation to the Physician Assistant Program sponsored by Augsburg University. Continued accreditation is an accreditation status granted when a currently accredited program is in compliance with the ARC-PA Standards. Continued Accreditation remains in effect until the program closes or withdraws from the accreditation process or until accreditation is withdrawn for failure to comply with the Standards. The approximate date for the next comprehensive review of the program by ARC-PA will be Spring 2019. About PA As defined by the American Academy of Physician Assistants: “PAs are health professionals licensed or, in the case of those employed by the federal government, credentialed to practice medicine in association with designated collaborating physicians. PAs are qualified by graduation from an accredited PA educational program and/or certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants ... Within the physician-PA relationship, PAs provide patient-centered medical care services as a member of a healthcare team. PAs practice with defined levels of autonomy and exercise independent medical decision making within their scope of practice.” In the state of Minnesota, a PA is licensed with the Board of Medical Practice. In Minnesota, and most other states, the PA must be NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants) certified and hold a delegation agreement with a licensed physician. Curriculum The Physician Assistant program at Augsburg is 27 months long with studies beginning each year in the summer semester (late May or early June). The program accepts up to 33 students for each new class. Graduates will receive a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies and a PA certificate. Approximately 15 months of the program is didactic, or classroom work, including courses in human gross anatomy, pathophysiology, clinical medicine, pharmacotherapy, history and physical exam skills, research, and professional issues. The academic phase of the program also includes development of practical skills through the use of case studies, simulated patients, and technical skills workshops (i.e. suturing, casting/splinting). The clinical phase is completed in approximately 12 months. The clinical phase of the program is designed to effectively train students for practice by providing them with rotation experiences in different specialties and a variety of practice settings. To that end, each student will be required to complete rotations outside the metropolitan area. Each student will gain clinical experience in family medicine, pediatrics, women’s health, behavioral health, emergency medicine, internal medicine, surgery, and various specialties. The clinical phase will culminate with a preceptorship that is designed to solidify the student’s skills. Clinical instructors include Physicians, PAs and other health care providers. 80 A student will be required to complete the clinical phase at site(s) determined by the Augsburg PA Program to provide the student with the best educational experience. Clinical rotation sites will be located throughout the state of MN, locations in the 5 state area, and potentially beyond. The Augsburg PA program includes time away from the program at varying times which may or may not differ from the traditional breaks at Augsburg University; these breaks contribute to the overall 27-month length of the program. PA Program Sample Calendar YEAR 1 Summer PA 501 - Human Anatomy and Neuroanatomy PA 503 - Human Pathophysiology Fall PA 511 - History and Physical Exam Skills I PA 521 - Pharmacotherapy I PA 531 - Clinical Medicine I PA 542 - Professional Issues PA 546 - Clinical Practice Seminar I Spring PA 512 - History and Physical Exam Skills II PA 522 - Pharmacotherapy II PA 532 - Clinical Medicine II PA 547 - Clinical Practice Seminar II PA 555 - Research Tools for the Physician Assistant YEAR 2 Summer PA 533 - Clinical Medicine III PA 545 - Clinical Phase Transition Master’s Project course, one of the following*: PA 599 - Directed Study ML 577 - International Experience Fall PA 6XX - Clinical Rotations 1, 2, 3 Spring PA 6XX - Clinical Rotations 4, 5, 6 YEAR 3 Summer PA 6XX - Clinical Rotations 7, 8 PA 62X - Preceptorship PA 690 - Capstone *Other program-approved options may be available For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. 81 Admission to the PA Program Admission Requirements Complete and current-year admission guidelines can be found on our website at www.augsburg.edu/pa. Admission to any physician assistant program is a highly competitive process. Qualified applicants will have:      Bachelor’s degree (in any major) from a regionally-accredited four-year institution Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 as calculated by CASPA at the time of application Minimum science GPA of 3.0 as calculated by CASPA at the time of application Completed the Augsburg University PA Program Supplemental Application Completed the prerequisite courses listed below Prerequisite Courses To be an eligible applicant for the PA Program, you must have completed the prerequisite courses listed below. These courses must have been completed within 10 years of the year you are applying for admission. The following six (6) prerequisite courses must be completed with grades of C or higher at a regionally accredited twoyear or four-year college or university (within the timeline specific to your degree status as defined below).       One full course of psychology One full course of physiology* (human/vertebrate/organ) One full course of microbiology* One full course of biochemistry* One full course of statistics One course of medical terminology *Labs are recommended but not required.     Online prerequisite courses from accredited institutions are also accepted. Prerequisites must have been completed within 10 years of the start date of the program and, in general, must be completed by May 1 of the year of matriculation. The Augsburg PA Program does NOT accept advanced placement (AP credit) or experiential learning in place of required prerequisite courses. GRE and MCAT are not required for application to this program. Strongly Recommended Highly competitive applicants to the Augsburg PA Program will also have:     Direct patient care experience. This is the best type of experience to obtain in order to strengthen an application. We recommend at least 2000 hours of paid, direct, hands-on clinical patient care to be competitive in this category. Additional science courses such as anatomy, genetics, immunology, other biology courses, and organic chemistry Demonstration of motivation for the PA profession by formally shadowing a PA or other health care provider. Demonstration of a commitment to, and involvement with, underserved communities PA Program Application Process The Augsburg PA Program has a two-step application process—first applying through CASPA and then through the Augsburg University PA Program supplemental application. The Augsburg PA Program participates in the Centralized Application Service for Physician Assistants (CASPA) which is sponsored by the Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA). All applications to the PA Program for the entering class must be processed through CASPA, following all guidelines and regulations set forth by CASPA. Application forms with detailed instructions can be obtained online at portal.caspaonline.org. 82 You will be considered an eligible applicant if you have completed the Augsburg University supplemental application, have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 at the time of application (as calculated by CASPA), have a minimum science GPA of 3.0 at the time of application (as calculated by CASPA), have completed or will complete your undergraduate degree prior to the start date of the program, and have completed or will complete your prerequisite courses within the timeline specified for your degree status. Additional Application Details: The Augsburg PA Program requires three letters of recommendation submitted through the CASPA process. We strongly recommend that one be from an employer/colleague (a professional reference), one letter be from a professor or adviser (an academic reference), and the third from a person of your choice. Be sure that your letter writers are able to tell the committee about you as well as his/her experiences with you and observations about you. Your Supplemental Application must be submitted electronically on or before August 1 in order to be considered. We use the CASPA “Complete Date” to determine if you have met the application deadline of August 1. The “Complete Date” on your application must be August 1 or prior in order to be considered meeting the deadline. CASPA assigns a “Complete Date’ when they have received your electronic application, transcripts from all schools attended, 2 of your 3 letters of reference, and payment. Until those criteria are met, your application will not be given a “Complete Date.” Your GPA (cumulative and science) is set at the time of your CASPA submission and is calculated by CASPA. The Augsburg PA Program will not recalculate GPAs as additional coursework is completed post CASPA submission. We will request grade reports for your prerequisite courses and add them to your file as they are completed, but your official GPA, as calculated by CASPA, will be the GPA of record for your application. Selection Process Competitive applicants will be reviewed by the admissions committee. The admissions committee looks for a balanced application by reviewing key criteria such as cumulative GPA, science GPA, and direct patient care experience followed by overall academic record, service to underserved (meaning disadvantaged, minority, or underrepresented populations), essay responses, knowledge of the profession, fit with the program goals and mission, and recommendation letters. As the committee completes application review, candidates are selected for an interview. The interviews are generally conducted during the fall months. Candidates come to campus to interview with program faculty, staff, and current students, and to view the St. Paul campus. As interviews are completed, seats in the incoming class are offered. A list of alternates will be selected in January to fill seats that accepted candidates may not claim. All applicants are notified of their final status by mid-February. Accepted candidates must complete and pass a background check prior to matriculation and annually through the program. Failure of the background check may result in the inability to participate in clinical rotations, failure to obtain licensure, and/or dismissal from the program. Academic Policies Please see the PA program website at www.augsburg.edu/pa for further details about policies outlined here. Technical Standards All PA students must possess those intellectual, ethical, physical, and emotional capabilities necessary to undertake and achieve levels of competence in the full curriculum required by the faculty. A stated intention to only practice in a narrow field of medicine does not alter the requirement that all students take and achieve full competence across the entire curriculum. Essential characteristics and abilities prescribed here are requisite for admission, promotion and graduation from the program. All matriculates, students and graduates must meet all prescribed essential characteristics and abilities, either with or without reasonable accommodations. 83 The physician assistant must have the knowledge and skills to function in a broad variety of clinical situations and to render a wide spectrum of patient care. They must be able to integrate all information received by whatever sense(s) employed, consistently, quickly, and accurately, and they must have the intellectual ability to learn, integrate, analyze, and synthesize data. Candidates for physician assistant certification offered by the PA Program at Augsburg University must have, with or without reasonable accommodation, multiple abilities and skills including: perception/observation, communication, motor/tactile function, cognition, and behavioral and social attributes. Perception/observation Students must be able to perceive, by the use of senses and mental abilities, the presentation of information through:        Small group discussions and presentations Large-group lectures One-on-one interactions, Demonstrations (physical exam maneuvers) Patient encounters (at a distance and close at hand) Written material (powerpoints, textbooks, and readings) Audiovisual material (slides, medical videos) Communication Students must be able to skillfully communicate (in English) verbally and in written form. These communication skills must enable the candidate to obtain a medical history in a timely fashion from a wide variety of patients, and to communicate effectively, efficiently and sensitively with faculty, fellow students, all members of the health care team, other professionals, patients and their families. The student must be able to produce a written write-up in the clinical rotations, which includes patient history, physical exam and assessment. Also, the candidate must be able to comprehend written material sufficiently well to understand accurately common medical records, laboratory reports, and pharmacological prescriptions. Specifically, students are expected to:          Received communication Observe changes in mood, activity and posture Perceive nonverbal affective and gesture communication Elicit information Convey information Clarify information Create rapport Develop therapeutic relationships Demonstrate competencies Motor/tactile function Students must have sufficient motor function and tactile ability to meet the competencies required for graduation and to:       Attend (and participate in) classes, groups, and activities which are part of the curriculum Communicate in a written format Dissect cadavers Examine gross specimens in gross anatomy and pathology laboratories Prepare microbiologic cultures, and microscopic studies of microorganisms and tissues in normal and pathologic states (e.g., streak plates, perform gram stains and use a microscope) necessary for such studies Observe gross and microscopic structures necessitates the functional use of the senses of vision and touch and is enhanced by the functional sense of smell 84       Perform a complete physical examination, including observation, palpation and percussion and auscultation Use instruments such as, but not limited to, a stethoscope, an ophthalmoscope, an otoscope, and a sphygmomanometer Perform basic laboratory tests, using a calculator and a computer, placing electrodes and reading an EKG, and interpreting common imaging tests Function in outpatient, inpatient, and surgical venues (standing in a sterile environment and gown while actively assisting the surgical team) Move in the clinical setting so as to act quickly in emergencies Perform clinical procedures such as, but not limited to, the following: pelvic examination, genital examination, digital rectal examination, drawing blood from veins and arteries and giving intravenous injections, basic cardiopulmonary life support, spinal puncture, suturing and wound care, casting/splinting, and simple obstetrical procedures Cognition Students must have sufficient cognitive (mental) capacities to assimilate the technically detailed and complex information presented in formal lectures, small group discussions, medical literature and individual teaching settings and in clinical settings. Students must be able to demonstrate higher-level cognitive abilities, which include:                Rational thought Measurement Calculation Conceptualization Analysis of information Synthesis of information Organization of information Representation (oral, written, diagrammatic) Appreciate three dimensional spatial relationships among structures Appreciate logical sequential relationships among events Memory Application Clinical reasoning (form and test hypotheses in order to enable effective and timely problem-solving in diagnosis and treatment of patients) Ethical reasoning Sound judgment Behavioral and Social Attributes Students must possess the emotional health and maturity required for the full utilization of their intellectual abilities, for the exercise of good judgment, for the prompt completion of all responsibilities attendant to the diagnosis and care of patients, and for the development of effective relationships with patients. Candidates must be able to tolerate physically taxing workloads and function effectively under stress. They must be able to adapt to changing environments, display flexibility and learn to function in the face of uncertainties inherent in the clinical problems of patients. In summary, PA students must be able to:     Consistently display integrity, honesty, empathy, caring, fairness, respect for self and others, diligence, and dedication Promptly complete all assignments and responsibilities attendant to the diagnosis and care of patients Develop mature, sensitive, and effective relationships, not only with patients but with all members of the Augsburg community and healthcare teams Tolerate physically, emotionally, and mentally demanding workloads 85    Function effectively under stress, and proactively make use of available resources to help maintain both physical and mental health Take responsibility for themselves and their behaviors Positively represent the Augsburg University PA Program and the PA Profession Documentation of a Disability The Augsburg University PA Program is committed to the admission and matriculation of qualified students. Augsburg University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious belief, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, or citizenship in its educational policies, admissions policies, employment, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and/or school-administered programs, except in those instances where there is a bona fide occupational qualification or to comply with state or federal law. The PA Program will not discriminate against such individuals who are otherwise qualified but will expect all applicants and students to meet the published technical standards. All Augsburg students have been accepted by the college based on their ability to succeed academically and are required to meet the same academic and technical standards. Disability Resources (CLASS Office) provides academic support and reasonable accommodations to students with disabilities or temporary conditions. If you have ADHD, a mental health disability, a learning disability, a physical/sensory impairment, a chronic health condition, are on the autism spectrum, or have another disability, the CLASS office can provide you with reasonable accommodations and support. Disability Specialists provide:      Determination of appropriate accommodations Individual support Instruction in learning strategies Help with time management and organizational skills Assistance with course selection Accommodations may include:       Alternative testing (extended time, limited distraction) Assistive technology Alternative format textbooks and course materials Notetaking support Housing accommodations Classroom accommodations Some Examples of Disabilities           Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD/ADD) Learning Disabilities Psychiatric Disabilities Autism Spectrum Disorders Head Injury/Traumatic Brain Injury Physical Disabilities and Systemic Illnesses Deafness/Hearing Impairment Blindness/Low Vision Disabilities that are sporadic or degenerative in nature Temporary conditions Accessing accommodations is an ongoing and interactive process where information can be gathered from the student and from other relevant sources. We ask that students interview with a Disability Specialist to discuss their requests. We prefer students to present any documentation that describes their disability and the impact on educational experiences 86 directly to the CLASS office. We encourage students to seek support early. Each student’s requests will be evaluated on an individual basis. The first step in accessing services is to call CLASS to schedule an appointment with a Disability Specialist, (612) 3301053. Advanced Placement and Experiential Learning Policy The PA Program does not offer advanced placement to admitted students. All students admitted to the PA Program must complete the entire curriculum. The Augsburg PA Program does not award academic credit to an individual for experiential learning. Applicants desiring admission to the Augsburg PA Program must satisfactorily complete all prerequisite courses. Experiential learning will be considered separately from prerequisite courses. Experiential learning prior to and during admittance to the Augsburg PA Program will not substitute for any part of the clinical phase. Employment while in the Program Program faculty discourage outside employment while in the Augsburg PA Program. Faculty recognize that employment may be an issue that some students will face. Given this recognition, realize that program obligations will not be altered due to a student’s work obligations. It is further expected that work obligations will not interfere with the physician assistant students’ learning progress or responsibilities while in the program. Withdrawal and Readmission Policies Voluntary withdrawal from the PA Program may be initiated by a student after submission of a letter to the Program Director requesting withdrawal. In the letter, the student should outline the circumstances and reasons for withdrawal. Students will be requested to conduct an exit interview with the Program Director prior to leaving the program. For information on withdrawal, see the Academic Policies section. Readmission Students may request readmission after voluntary withdrawal by submitting a letter to the Program Director stating the reasons the student wishes readmission and the anticipated date for readmission. The submission of a letter and previous enrollment does not constitute automatic acceptance and/or reentry into the program. Reapplication to the PA Program after dismissal from the program will be considered only under extremely unusual circumstances. For the full readmission policy and reapplication process, please contact the program. Costs of the PA Program For tuition information, go to www.augsburg.edu/pa. For complete and current payment options go to the Student Financial Services website at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial. PA Program Faculty Eric Barth, MPAS, PA-C, Assistant Professor. Vanessa Bester, MPAS, PA-C, Associate Director, Assistant Professor. Jenny Kluznik, MPH, MPAS, PA-C, Academic Coordinator, Assistant Professor. Holly Levine, MD, Medical Director, Assistant Professor. Skye Peltier, MPH, MPAS, PA-C, Instructor. Amanda Perkins, PharmD, Instructor. Alicia Quella, PhD, PA-C, Program Director, Clinical Associate Professor. 87 Trent Whitcomb, MS, PA-C, Instructor. Meredith Wold, MPAS, PA-C, Instructor. 88 Master of Social Work You have chosen an exciting way to serve others. The social work profession offers you the rewarding prospect of joining with others to respond to problems and develop opportunities that benefit individuals, families, groups, and communities. The MSW degree prepares you for advanced professional practice in the field of social work. Augsburg’s MSW program prepares you for agency-based practice with individuals, families, groups, and communities, and with a dedication to system change that reduces oppression and discrimination. Graduates of our program share how they appreciated the opportunity to learn new ideas as well as learn more about themselves. These graduates valued our small class size, our cohort structure, and the opportunity to have a mentoring relationship with our faculty and staff. As a small program, we have high expectations for our students and at the same time offer the flexibility to help them meet their individual goals. Attending Augsburg University will transform and develop your professional life in unexpected ways. We have two concentrations. The first, Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP), will prepare you for direct clinical practice with individuals, families, and groups. The second, Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP), will prepare you for macro social work practice with organizations, communities, and other large systems. We are delighted in your interest in our MSW program and invite you to join us in a lifelong adventure in learning. The personal and professional growth necessary to become an advanced professional social worker is challenging. We encourage you to take the challenge with us. Lois A. Bosch, PhD, LISW Director, Master of Social Work MSW Mission Our mission is to develop competent social work professionals for advanced multicultural practice which promotes social justice and empowerment towards the well-being of people in a diverse and global society. Program Overview The MSW program prepares social work students for agency-based practice in public and nonprofit settings. By working in the agency setting, social workers collaborate with others to provide holistic, affordable, and accessible services to individuals, families, groups, and communities. Our challenging MSW curriculum integrates social work theory with micro and macro practice methods. Students develop skills, knowledge, and values necessary for ethical social work practice. As you progress through our MSW program, you will:         Learn how individuals live in and are affected by their social environment Understand how social policies and programs affect individuals, families, communities, and society Apply theories and methods of practice through the field practicum experience Use a range of client-centered approaches to practice with client groups of all types and sizes Engage in practice informed by sound, scholarly research Evaluate the effectiveness of your social work practice or social work programs Advocate for the eradication of oppression and discrimination Be a responsible and contributing citizen in the local and global community Accreditation Augsburg’s MSW program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Your MSW degree must be accredited by CSWE if you seek licensure with the social work board of your state. For more information on CSWE accreditation go to www.cswe.org. Augsburg University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see the Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships section of this catalog. 89 Plan of Study Students entering Augsburg’s MSW program with a bachelor’s degree from a discipline other than social work are classified as foundation students. Full-time foundation students are enrolled in a two year program. Part-time foundation students are enrolled in a four year program. Students entering Augsburg’s MSW program with a bachelor’s degree in social work from a CSWE (Council on Social Work Education) accredited institution are classified as advanced standing students. Full-time advanced standing students are enrolled in a 13 month program. Part-time advanced standing students are enrolled in a 25 month program. All students must complete the MSW degree in no more than 4 years following matriculation. Academic Calendar The MSW program meets on a semester calendar, with classes offered September through August. Classes typically meet every other weekend with an occasional back-to-back weekend. Field practicum hours are generally completed during weekday hours. If a student lives outside the Twin Cities metro area, the field practicum hours can be completed at a placement near the student’s place of residence. Hours per week vary depending on the agency placement and the student’s availability. For academic calendars and schedules, go to www.augsburg.edu/registrar. Class Periods Classes meet in 2-4 hour blocks on Friday evenings, 6 to 10:00 pm; Saturday mornings, 8:00 am to 12 pm; and Saturday afternoons, 1:00 to 5:00 pm. Each class meets on campus for 8 sessions in a given semester and for 4 sessions on campus in a summer term (May-June), with the expectation that students engage in hybrid online learning activities between on-campus class weekends. Time Commitment Although classes meet on weekends, students spend time on their studies during non-class weekends and weekdays in accordance with our hybrid learning format. Hybrid learning is a combination of face-to-face class sessions and online/experiential learning. On a class weekend, the typical student will spend 12 hours in class within a 23-hour period. For every hour spent in class, a student may expect to spend 3 to 4 hours outside of class working on online activities, assignments, readings, or group projects. A student may also spend 15 to 20 hours per week in the field practicum during the fall and spring semesters (a span of 8 to 9 months for each practicum). In the final year of study, students complete a summative evaluation or a portfolio, which requires significant independent research, analysis, and writing. Some MSW students work full-time while enrolled in the program. However, full-time employment is not recommended. Most students arrange to reduce their work hours or request time away during their graduate studies. Each student’s situation is unique and must be decided individually. All students must develop strategies for balancing family, work, and academic responsibilities. Credit and Contact Hours MSW courses range from 2 to 4 semester credits. Depending on the number of credits, students will spend 16 to 32 hours in the classroom per course. Students will also be expected to engage in activities and independent study outside of class. Cohort Structure MSW students are admitted to a particular cohort. Cohorts are distinguished by level of admission (foundation or advanced standing), rate of attendance (full-time or part-time), and chosen concentration (Multicultural Clinical Practice [MCCP] or Multicultural Macro Practice [MCMP]). Any changes to a student’s cohort selection must be approved by the MSW director. 90 Field Practicum Foundation students complete 920 hours in two field practica; advanced standing students complete 500 hours in one field practicum. Successful completion of the first field practicum, required for foundation students, is a minimum of 420 hours. Successful completion of the second field practicum, required for both foundation and advanced standing students, is a minimum of 500 hours. Each practicum experience is spread over two semesters (fall and spring). These hours are completed concurrent with enrollment in the fieldwork seminars as well as other MSW courses. MSW Curriculum Components Foundation Curriculum In the foundation courses and field practicum, students are introduced to social work as a profession. Students learn both historical and contemporary theories and practice methods relating to both the individual and the environment. During the foundation year, students study human behavior and the social environment, history of social welfare policy, research methods, assessment frameworks, family and community diversity, and social work values and ethics. In the foundation curriculum students apply this generalist knowledge of theories and practice methods in the generalist field practicum. The field practicum is completed concurrently with enrollment in two field seminar courses. The full foundation curriculum is required of all students, with the exception of those admitted with advanced standing. Before beginning the concentration curriculum, all foundation coursework and field hours must be successfully completed. Concentration Curriculum After completing the foundation requirements, students enroll in the concentration curriculum that they selected at the time their application to the program. Students also complete an advanced field practicum. Augsburg offers two concentrations: Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) or Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP). In either concentration, students deepen their knowledge of the primary issues affecting families and communities, develop a range of clientcentered approaches to practice, gain a broader understanding of human diversity, develop competencies in practicebased research, and learn practice or program evaluation techniques. In the concentration curriculum, students apply this advanced knowledge of theories and practice methods in the concentration field practicum. The field practicum is relevant to their chosen concentration and is completed concurrently with enrollment in two field seminar courses. As a capstone to the MSW program, students complete a portfolio project or a summative evaluation project. Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) Concentration Multiculturalism is a process requiring practitioners to have a deep awareness of their social and cultural identities, as well as the ability to use multiple lenses when working with diverse populations. With person-in-environment as an organizing perspective, multicultural clinical social work practice addresses the biopsychosocial and spiritual functioning of individuals, families, and groups. To this end, graduates of the MCCP concentration develop competence in using relationship-based, culturally informed, and theoretically grounded interventions with persons facing challenges, disabilities, or impairments, including emotional, behavioral, and mental disorders. Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) Concentration In the tradition of Jane Addams, macro social work practice directs energy toward changing agency, government, and institutional policies that obscure or oppress people. Social work leaders must advocate for social change where necessary to ensure social justice within the context of cultural understanding and awareness. The Multicultural Macro Practice concentration responds to this demand for leadership. The macro social work practitioner recognizes the strengths and abilities of individuals and communities to implement change. The social work macro practitioner works with these individuals to do so. In the MCMP concentration, students learn the knowledge and skills necessary to work with others to achieve needed social change. They also learn to develop, lead, guide, and administer programs that serve diverse people in a variety of settings. 91 Portfolio or Summative Evaluation Project  Portfolio Project (MCCP students)  The goal of the MCCP Portfolio is to enhance the integration of theory and practice, as well as to offer more vivid portrayals of a student’s academic and professional experience than traditional assessments. By definition, portfolios are formative (i.e., designed for guided reflection and self-evaluation). However they are also summative documents in that they illustrate students’ competencies. All MCCP students are required to create a portfolio during their final year of study. Items in a portfolio might include videos, process recordings, reflective statements, writing samples, case analyses, term papers, electronic submissions, policy activities, feedback from service users, self-evaluations of personal progress, and links to references.  Summative Evaluation Project (MCMP students)  All social workers must evaluate their practice to determine whether they are helping or harming clients. While in the concentration practicum, MCMP students will design and implement a program evaluation for their summative project. This project requires integration and application of knowledge and skills from both the foundation and concentration curricula. Students develop their research while in their field internship and are advised by their field seminar professor. Students conduct and present this evaluation/research project during their final year of study. Master’s Thesis Students in both concentrations have the option of completing a thesis in addition to either the portfolio or summative evaluation project. Credit for the SWK 699 general elective is given for this option. Students work with a thesis advisor to develop more in-depth research skills contributing to social work knowledge. To pursue the thesis option, students should notify the MSW program director by the end of spring semester of the foundation year. Degree requirements To be conferred the MSW degree, students must achieve the following:       Successful completion of any admission conditions (see Admission to MSW) Successful completion of all required MSW courses No more than two courses with a B- grade and with a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher Successful completion of 920 hours of approved field practica for foundation students or 500 hours of approved field practicum for advanced standing students Successful completion and submission of the portfolio project (MCCP) or the summative evaluation project (MCMP) Successful completion of all degree requirements within 4 years of matriculation. State of Minnesota Social Work Licensure Six months prior to completion of the MSW degree at Augsburg, students may apply to take the Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) license exam from the Minnesota Board of Social Work. To achieve LGSW licensure students must pass the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) master’s level national social work licensure examination and complete the MSW degree. To seek the Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) license or the Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) license, one must work two years full-time (or 4,000 hours part-time) as an LGSW under the supervision of an LISW or LICSW, depending on the desired licensure. Upon completion of the supervision requirement, one may take the LISW or LICSW’s Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) national social work licensure examination. For the LICSW, there are additional requirements for 360 clinical clock hours in 6 specific categories. For more information, go to the Minnesota Board of Social Work web page, www.socialwork.state.mn.us. MSW Course Requirements Foundation Courses FALL 92 SWK 500 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment* SWK 505 - Practice Methods and Skills 1: Individuals* SWK 530 - Integrative Field Seminar 1 (taken concurrent with first practicum)* SPRING SWK 506 - Practice Methods and Skills 2: Groups and Families* SWK 535 - Integrative Field Seminar 2 (taken concurrent with first practicum)* SWK 504 - Applied Research Methods (foundation students only) SUMMER SWK 501 - History of Social Welfare Policy* SWK 516 - Practice Methods and Skills 3: Communities and Policies* SWK 510 - Advanced Practice Methods (advanced standing students only) SWK 509 - Human Behavior: Mental Health Assessment and Diagnosis (advanced standing students only) SWK 504 - Applied Research Methods (advanced standing students only) *Course potentially can be waived for advanced standing students (BSW holders). Concentration Courses Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) Concentration: FALL SWK 610 - Integrative Field Seminar 3: Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) (taken concurrent with second practicum) SWK 615 - Diversity and Inequality 1: Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) SWK 628 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) with Individuals SWK 629 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) with Families SPRING SWK 611 - Integrative Field Seminar 4: Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) (taken concurrent with second practicum) SWK 616 - Diversity and Inequality 2: Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) SWK 630 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) Policy Practice SWK 631 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) with Groups SUMMER 1 SWK 634 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) Supervision SWK 639 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) Elective SWK 640 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) Capstone SWK 699 - General Elective Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) Concentration: FALL SWK 651 - Integrative Field Seminar 3: Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) (taken concurrent with second practicum) SWK 657 - Diversity and Inequality 1: Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) SWK 660 – Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) Research Methods SWK 667 - Organizations/Social Administrative Practice 1 SPRING SWK 652 - Integrative Field Seminar 4: Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) (taken concurrent with second practicum) SWK 658 - Diversity and Inequality 2: Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) SWK 668 - Organizations/Social Administrative Practice 2 SWK 670 - Multicultural Macro Practice Policy SUMMER 93 SWK 669 - Organizations/Social Administrative Practice 3 SWK 699 - General Elective SWK 671 – Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) Planning Portfolio or Summative Evaluation Project Completed and submitted in final year of study. SWK 699 General Elective Students in both concentrations complete at least one general elective course. Fieldwork and Field Placement Social work education goes beyond the classroom. Through the field experience, we expect that students will demonstrate skills to bridge theory and practice. Collaborative efforts between the student, the field agency, and the MSW program are essential to successful learning. The foundation of the practice includes:        Ethical, competent professional practice Problem solving within a systems framework and strengths perspective Use of advanced practice theories in Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) or Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) settings Evaluation of the effectiveness of program or practice activities An understanding of and respect for diverse peoples and cultures Responsibility and service to the local and global community in the interest of social justice A commitment to oppose oppression of all forms Field Education Format Under the instruction and supervision of professionally-trained, MSW-level, and program-approved field instructors, foundation students will spend a minimum of 920 hours in two field practica. Advanced standing students will spend a minimum of 500 hours in one field practicum. Both the foundation and concentration practica are spread over 2 semesters (fall and spring). Both practica are concurrent with enrollment in integrative field seminars, as well as other MSW coursework. The fieldwork education of the MSW program is divided into two components:     Foundation Practicum The foundation practicum, or generalist practicum, puts emphasis on developing competence as a professional generalist social worker. It requires a minimum of 420 hours and is completed by students admitted at the foundation level. Students spend an average of 15 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters in this practicum. Concentration Practicum The concentration practicum places emphasis on advanced practice skills and leadership qualities related to the chosen concentration. It requires a minimum of 500 hours and is completed by all students, including those admitted with advanced standing. Students spend an average of 18 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters in this practicum. Process for Field Practicum Selection Field practica begin in the fall, but the selection process begins the previous spring in collaboration with two other Twin Cities MSW programs. Students attend a field orientation before beginning their search. Augsburg University and the University of Minnesota - School of Social Work jointly host a field fair where students meet a large number of agencies and potential field instructors. Practicum selection involves interviews at approved sites, arranged by the student, and a matching process conducted collaboratively by the field coordinators at three of the MSW programs in the Twin Cities. 94 In some instances, students can petition to complete a field practicum at an agency not on the approved list or at their place of employment. Students who wish to do so work with the MSW field coordinator for such proposals. Field Practicum Settings The Augsburg field faculty are committed to the success of each student in a stimulating and challenging field practicum. Dual Degree in Social Work and Business Administration (MSW/MBA) Augsburg University offers a dual MSW/MBA degree in social work and business administration. Students enrolled in the dual degree program learn to create better managed and financially sound service organizations to serve diverse communities, both locally and globally. Purpose Many social service agencies today require that agency managers combine financial and business expertise with social work practice and policy formation. The MSW/MBA dual degree prepares graduates to function in a workplace that demands the delivery of quality services with increasingly limited resources. Concentration The MSW/MBA dual degree includes an accelerated third year of study for MSW students who elect the Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) concentration. In this concentration, students learn to effect positive change in social service systems through their work with communities, organizations, and social policy makers. Prior Augsburg MSW graduates who have completed the necessary Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) coursework are eligible to return to complete the MBA portion of the dual degree. The MSW degree must be completed before the MBA portion of the dual degree. Schedule Years 1 and 2 (September through June) MSW classes meet on alternating weekends—Friday evenings, Saturday mornings, and Saturday afternoons—and students engage in hybrid learning activities between class weekends. Year 3 (12–16 months) MBA classes meet one night per week. The MBA program includes a summer term. See the MBA section for required courses for the dual degree. Curriculum  Foundation or advanced standing coursework  Either 920 hours (foundation) or 500 hours (advanced standing) MSW field practicum experience  The MSW summative evaluation project may be accepted by the MBA program as partial fulfillment of the MBA project.  Complete a minimum of eight MBA courses for students who completed the MSW degree 2002 and beyond; complete a minimum of nine MBA courses for students who completed the MSW degree prior to 2002  For more information regarding the MBA coursework required for the MSW/MBA dual degree, see the MBA section. MBA Admission MSW/MBA dual degree applicants may apply to both programs at the same time or admitted MSW students may wait to apply to the MBA program until their concentration year. The GMAT is waived for MSW/MBA dual degree applicants. MBA application materials include: completed application, two short essays, an updated resume, two letters of recommendation, and a personal interview with the MBA program director. Admission to one program does not guarantee admission to the other. For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. 95 Admission to MSW The Augsburg University MSW program promotes the widest possible diversity within its student population. Therefore, the admission policies ensure that educational opportunities are provided to persons with a range of abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures. Listed below are general descriptions for the application process. Refer to the online MSW application documents for details regarding specific application requirements. Admission Requirements  Bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited college or university  Cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher  Liberal arts coursework in the social sciences, humanities, biology, and statistics Application Checklist The application deadline is January 15 each year for matriculation in the following academic year. All application materials noted below are due by the application deadline. For more information go to www.augsburg.edu/msw or call 612-330-1101.         Completed application form Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the regionally-accredited institution granting the Bachelor’s degree and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. Liberal arts prerequisite coursework including four social science, three humanities, one biology, and one statistics course. These courses must be completed prior to enrollment. Completed BSW course equivalency checklist (for advanced standing applicants) Three recommendation checklist forms, with letters attached, submitted online Typed personal statement responding to the questions noted on the application form Results of the TOEFL language tests, if applicable Official international credit evaluation course-by-course review (for degrees completed outside of the United States) Admission as an international student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students in the Graduate Admissions section. Admission as a transfer student Students may apply to Augsburg as a transfer student. Transfer students follow the same procedure as new applicants. Transfer students may receive up to 22 transfer credits. (See Evaluation of Transfer Credit in the Academic Programs and Policies section of this catalog.) Eligible courses must be from a CSWE-accredited MSW program and students must have received a grade of B or higher. Students must complete no fewer than 30 credits at Augsburg in order to receive their MSW degree from Augsburg University. We do not grant academic credit for work or life experience. Admission with Advanced Standing Advanced standing is an application category open to those with a bachelor’s degree in social work from a program that is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Advanced standing applicants may seek waivers for the following eligible MSW courses: Human Behavior and the Social Environment, History of Social Welfare Policy, Practice 96 Methods and Skills 1 and 2, and Integrative Field Seminars 1 and 2 (which include 420 field practicum hours). Advanced standing applicants must offer an equivalent BSW course for each with a grade of B or higher in order to receive a waiver. Academic Policies Academic Achievement Students must maintain at least a 3.00 cumulative grade point average in the MSW program. If a student falls below a B average, the student will be placed on academic probation. A 3.00 cumulative grade point average must be restored in order for a student to be removed from probation. If the cumulative grade point average again falls below 3.00, the student may be dismissed from the program. Students are retained in the program who can:     Maintain expected grade point average (3.00 or higher) Complete course requirements of the program and field placement in a timely manner Complete the program within four years Abide by the department’s Standards for Social Work Education and the NASW Code of Ethics No more than two courses with a grade of B- will count toward the degree. Courses with a grade below B- must be repeated. No more than two courses can be repeated. If a student receives a grade below B- in a field course, the MSW director will initiate a Level 3 review, as outlined in section 3.2 of the Standards for Social Work Education. Evaluation of Student Field Performance The criteria for evaluating field performance can be found in the MSW Field Manual, which is located on the MSW Program Internship Placement Tracking website. Four-Year Limit All students are required to finish the degree within four years of matriculation. See the Academic Programs and Policies section of this catalog for policy on continuation of coursework or final thesis. Leave of Absence Students who interrupt their program enrollment must request a leave of absence through the MSW program in order to maintain their admitted status. The request must be made in writing or via the student’s Augsburg email account. A leave of absence typically requires a full year away from the program in order to return to classes in sequence. Prerequisite Courses All foundation courses are prerequisite to the concentration courses. Students may not enroll in the concentration courses until successfully completing all foundation courses. In addition there are individual courses that are prerequisite to other individual courses in the MSW curriculum. These are listed in the MSW Student Handbook. Program Costs In addition to tuition fees, students can also expect to purchase textbooks and student liability insurance when in a field placement. There may also be additional fees associated with short-term study abroad electives. Augsburg Scholarships Augsburg’s Social Work Department offers several scholarships each year. Students who are enrolled in the first year of the program are eligible to apply. Awards range in amount from $300 to $1,500.    Phyllis M. Baker Memorial Scholarship Edwina L. Hertzberg Scholarship Arvida Norum Memorial Scholarship 97     Steen Family Scholarship Fund for Minority Social Work Students Edwin Yattaw Memorial Scholarship Bodo F. Suemnig Memorial Scholarship Blanca Rosa Egas Memorial Scholarship MSW Forum All MSW students are invited to participate in the student-run organization, the MSW Forum. The purpose of the forum is to facilitate communication between social work students and the social work department, as well as to provide the opportunity for student participation in departmental governance, curriculum development, and program improvements. The forum has historically been volunteer based. Any student may serve on the forum, provided the student can make a commitment to attend the meetings and share in the efforts. The MSW director and MSW program coordinator also serve on the forum. Other faculty may be invited as permanent members or as guests. MSW Faculty Laura Boisen, Professor of Social Work. BS, Wartburg College; MSSW, University of Wisconsin; MPA, Iowa State University; PhD, University of Minnesota. Lois A. Bosch, Professor of Social Work, MSW Program Director. BA, Northwestern College; MSW, University of Iowa; PhD, University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign. Nishesh Chalise, Assistant Professor of Social Work, BS, Environmental Sciences, Kathmandu University, Nepal; MSW, Brown School, Washington University; PhD, Brown School, Washington University. Ankita Deka, Associate Professor of Social Work. BA, Delhi University; MSW, Tata Institute of Social Sciences; PhD, Indiana University. Christina Erickson, Professor of Social Work, BSW Program Director. BS, University of Minnesota; MSW, University of Minnesota-Duluth; PhD, University of Illinois-Chicago. Melissa Hensley, Associate Professor of Social Work, Field Education Coordinator. BA, MSW, PhD, Washington University in St. Louis; MHA, University of Missouri–Columbia. Bibiana Koh, Assistant Professor of Social Work, MSW Field Coordinator. BA, Hartwick College; MA, Columbia University; MAT, School for International Training; MSW, Smith College; PhD, University of Minnesota. Barbara Lehmann, Associate Professor of Social Work. BA, Knox College; MSW, Tulane University; PhD, Case Western Reserve University. Nancy Rodenborg, Professor of Social Work, BSW Field Coordinator. BA, Indiana University; MSW, University of Minnesota; MIA, School of International Training; PhD, University of Arizona. Michael Schock, Associate Professor of Social Work, Department Chair. BA, University of Washington; MSW, University of Minnesota; PhD, University of Washington. Visiting Faculty Susan Conlin, Visiting Professor. BA, University of Minnesota; MS, University of Wisconsin-Stout; MSSW, University of Wisconsin. Paula Watts Zehringer, Visiting Professor. BA, St. Cloud State University; MSW, Augsburg University. MSW Staff Doran Edwards, BSW Program Assistant Director 98 Emily Glynn, MSW Program Coordinator Lydia Madden, Social Work Department Coordinator & MSW Field Assistant 99 Augsburg University Board of Regents For more details, go to www.augsburg.edu/about/leadership/regents. Andra Adolfson Ann B. Ashton-Piper Karen A. Durant ’81 Matthew K. Entenza, J.D. Mark A. Eustis Nicholas C. Gangestad ‘86 Amit K. Ghosh ‘12 M.B.A., M.D. Alexander J. Gonzalez ‘90 Norman R. Hagfors Jodi L. Harpstead Rev. Marlene Whiterabbit Helgemo Bishop Richard N. Hoyme, ex-officio Diane L. Jacobson, Ph.D. Rev. Rolf A. Jacobson, Ph.D. Wayne D. Jorgenson ‘71 Toby Piper LaBelle ‘96 The Honorable LaJune Thomas Lange ’75, J.D. Steven E. Larson ’71, M.D. André J. Lewis ’73, Ph.D. Dennis J. Meyer ‘78 Pamela Hanson Moksnes ‘79 Paul S. Mueller ’84, M.D. Jeffrey M. Nodland ’77 Lisa M. Novotny ’80 Paul C. Pribbenow, Ph.D. Rachel Pringnitz ‘02, ‘07 M.B.A. Earl W. Sethre ‘68 Dean A. Sundquist ‘81 Bishop Ann M. Svennungsen, ex-officio Jill N. Thomas, J.D. Rev. David L. Tiede, Ph.D. Vicki L. Turnquist Rev. Norman W. Wahl ’76, D.Min. Rev. Mark N. Wilhelm, Ph.D., ELCA advisory member Noya Woodrich, ‘92, ‘94 M.S.W. ELCA Vocation and Education Program Unit Executive Director Rev. Stephen Bouman, D.Min. Program Director for Colleges and Universities Rev. Mark N. Wilhelm, Ph.D. 100
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Title: Augsburg University Graduate Catalog, 2017-2018
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Search Result: Introduction Graduate Catalog 2017-2018 Official Publication of Augsburg University 2211 Riverside Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55454 The Augsburg University Graduate Catalog contains information about academic program requirements and academic and student policies and procedures for Fall Seme...
Show more Introduction Graduate Catalog 2017-2018 Official Publication of Augsburg University 2211 Riverside Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55454 The Augsburg University Graduate Catalog contains information about academic program requirements and academic and student policies and procedures for Fall Semester 2017 - Summer Semester 2018. It is subject to change without notice. The catalog is intended to complement other University publications including the Student Guide and University website. It is important for students to be familiar with all University policies and procedures. Students are strongly encouraged to consult their advisor(s) at least once each semester to be certain they are properly completing degree requirements. Published 2017 Phone: 612-330-1000 www.augsburg.edu 1 A Greeting from the President I am pleased to know of your interest in Augsburg University’s exciting and innovative graduate programs. You are part of a select and discerning group of professionals who seek to find a graduate program that combines an excellent curriculum, a values-based approach to work, a talented and experienced faculty, and program formats that meet the needs of busy and successful people. Augsburg University’s graduate-level programs in Business Administration, Creative Writing, Education, Leadership, Nursing, Physician Assistant Studies, and Social Work are distinguished by the opportunities they provide students to expand decision-making and strategic skills. Augsburg University is characterized by a strong mission: Augsburg University educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. The Augsburg experience is supported by an engaged community that is committed to intentional diversity in its life and work. An Augsburg education is defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies, guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, and shaped by its urban and global settings. For our graduate programs, this mission helps to shape an innovative educational experience that features an expansive perspective on social responsibility, economic realities, business initiative, and environmental sustainability. At Augsburg University we believe that our distinctive educational purpose is to help you find your calling, at work and in the world. Augsburg graduate programs are designed to offer you quality educational experiences, personal attention, and opportunities to expand your personal and professional talents and skills. We are confident that our graduates are prepared for leadership in our ever-changing global society, the hallmark of an Augsburg degree. Sincerely, Paul C. Pribbenow, Ph.D. President 2 Welcome from the Provost and Chief Academic Officer Welcome to graduate study at Augsburg University! Augsburg has a long history of preparing our graduates for leadership in their communities and places of work. Across our graduate programs, students bring perspectives informed by prior study and experience; acquire specialized knowledge in a discipline or field; engage in collaborative learning; develop advanced capacities; encounter diverse perspectives and ideas; test theory through real-world experiences; and equip themselves for the next stage in their vocational journeys. When you join the Augsburg community, you become part of the Augsburg story—a story of academic achievement, experiential learning deepened by reflection, commitment to equity and intentional diversity, and dedication to lifelong learning. We are an institution committed to place, and our locations—whether in the Twin Cities, Rochester, or beyond—offer opportunities to apply what you learn in the classroom to the neighborhood, the local community, and in various urban and rural locations. Inspired by the faith of our Lutheran founders to be inclusive to the early immigrants who came to Augsburg’s doors, we are a community of diverse cultures and faiths. Indeed, the diversity of our community helps ensure that our graduates are uniquely prepared to meet the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century. Our commitment to interdisciplinary thinking is embodied in our newest academic building on the Minneapolis campus--the Hagfors Center for Science, Business, and Religion. We ground learning in the best of the liberal arts tradition, ensuring that our students are prepared not only for their first job but for mid- and late-career success. While connected through these common commitments, each graduate program has its own distinctive identity and curriculum. Your program offers a disciplinary home from which you will join a community of faculty, staff, and fellow students who will collectively extend your network of connections with prospective employers and expand your career opportunities in the future. We’re delighted that you’ll be joining us. Sincerely, Karen Kaivola Provost and Chief Academic Officer 3 About Augsburg At Augsburg University, we believe that graduate education should prepare gifted people for positions of leadership in their communities and places of work. Augsburg graduates will be able to demonstrate not only the mastery of a major field of study, but also the ability to apply critical thinking, problem solving, and advanced communication skills in a collaborative approach within that discipline, thereby engaging others with diverse perspectives in the work of advancing civic and global initiatives critical for a sustainable future. The heart of an Augsburg education is the Augsburg mission, informed by the liberal and professional arts and sciences, to serve our neighbors in the heart of the city and out into the world with faith-based, ethical values. We welcome students from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences. Also, our programs look to the world through international courses and cultural exchanges. Mission Statement Students who graduate from Augsburg are well prepared to make a difference in the world. They stand as testaments to the University motto, “Education for Service,” and mission: Augsburg University educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. The Augsburg experience is supported by an engaged community that is committed to intentional diversity in its life and work. An Augsburg education is defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies, guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran Church, and shaped by its urban and global settings. Augsburg Today Augsburg was the first seminary founded by Norwegian Lutherans in America, named after the confession of faith presented by Lutherans in Augsburg, Germany, in 1530. Augsburg opened in September 1869, in Marshall, Wisconsin, and moved to Minneapolis, Minnesota in 1872. A Rochester, Minnesota campus was added in 2002. A short history of Augsburg University can be found at www.augsburg.edu/about/history. Today, Augsburg continues to reflect the commitment and dedication of its founders who believed:    Education should have a solid liberal arts core at the graduate level; this focus centers on the ability to think critically and broadly about the world and the work we do in it. An Augsburg education should be preparation for service in community and centers of faith. The city—with all its excitement, challenges, and diversity—is an unequaled learning environment. The vision of the University’s work today is lived out in the phrase, “We believe we are called to serve our neighbor.” Through common commitments to living faith, active citizenship, meaningful work, and global perspective, Augsburg prepares its students to become effective, ethical citizens in a complex global society. Degrees Offered Augsburg offers the following graduate degrees:          Master of Arts in Education* Master of Arts in Leadership Master of Arts in Nursing* Master of Business Administration* Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing Master of Music Therapy Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Master of Social Work Doctor of Nursing Practice* (with tracks in Transcultural Nursing and Family Nurse Practitioner) 4 Augsburg offers the following dual degrees:    Bachelor of Arts in Accounting/Master of Arts in Leadership Master of Arts in Leadership/Master of Business Administration Master of Social Work/Master of Business Administration *Programs offered at both of Augsburg’s campuses (Minneapolis and Rochester, MN) A Community of Learners Essential to the goals of Augsburg’s graduate programs is participation in a community of adult learners. This community is enriched by the presence of men and women with a variety of work and life experiences. To facilitate this kind of community interaction, Augsburg encourages students to make use of all University facilities, whether a student in Minneapolis or Rochester, and to participate in University activities such as music and dramatic presentations and lecture/speaker events. Graduate Faculty The heart of any educational institution is its faculty, and Augsburg University is particularly proud of the excellence and commitment of its professors. Most faculty hold the doctorate or other terminal degree, and all consider teaching and service to be the focus of their activity at the University. Faculty are involved in social, professional, and a variety of research activities, but these support and are secondary to their teaching. Faculty are actively involved in a dynamic faculty development program that introduces them to best practices in teaching and learning techniques and theories. Augsburg’s small classes encourage its tradition of close involvement between professors and students. Faculty act as academic advisors and participate regularly in campus activities. 5 Locations Minneapolis Campus Augsburg University is located in the heart of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota. The campus is bordered by Riverside Avenue and Interstate 94, near the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities West Bank campus and the University of Minnesota Medical Center. Downtown Minneapolis is just minutes away, providing access to internships and careers with some of the country’s leading companies, as well as entertainment, arts, sports venues, shopping, dining, and transportation. The campus is blocks from the METRO Green and Blue light rail lines, which provide easy access to destinations in Minneapolis and St. Paul, as well as the Minneapolis International Airport. Rochester Learning Site Augsburg’s learning site in Rochester, Minnesota, was established in 1998 as a natural extension of the University’s mission and its expertise in teaching working adults. Graduate degrees and undergraduate majors including business, education, and nursing, are offered in Rochester. Graduate programs in Rochester include the Master of Business Administration, Master of Arts in Nursing*, Master of Arts in Education*, and Doctor of Nursing Practice*. The Rochester classrooms and offices are located at Bethel Lutheran Church (ELCA), just a few blocks south of downtown Rochester. Home to approximately 110,000 residents, Rochester is a city that enjoys a rich ethnic diversity and superior technological resources. Augsburg classes in Rochester meet on a semester schedule with classes taking place on alternating weekday evenings and on occasional Saturdays, making them accessible to working adults. Students may also take courses within their program on the Minneapolis campus. Students at the Rochester site are Augsburg University students. They are supported through an array of e-learning resources ranging from access to Lindell Library databases to the use of online course management software. Information about the Rochester learning site is available at augsburg.edu/rochester or by calling the Rochester office at 507-288-2886. *Program includes some Minneapolis courses. Abroad Locations Augsburg is enhanced by its global centers in Namibia, Mexico, and Central America. Students can perform research, take courses, or consult with faculty in those locations to gain new perspectives on their disciplines. 6 Minneapolis Campus Facilities Instruction facilities and student housing at Augsburg’s main campus are conveniently located near each other. A tunnel/ramp/skyway system connects the two tower residence halls, the five buildings on the Quadrangle, plus the Music Hall, Lindell Library, Oren Gateway Center, and the Foss, Lobeck, Miles Center for Worship, Drama, and Communication. Admissions Office—The Office of Admissions is located on the lower level of Christensen Center. Anderson Hall (1993)—Named in honor of Oscar Anderson, President of Augsburg from 1963 to 1980, and this residence hall is located at 2016 8th Street. Anderson Hall contains four types of living units and houses 192 students, as well as the Center for Wellness and Counseling, the Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship, and the Office of Marketing and Communication. Center for Wellness and Counseling—The Center for Wellness and Counseling, located in Anderson Hall, offers programs and services that enhance student learning by promoting personal development and well-being. Christensen Center (1967)—The University Center includes the Admissions Office, a student lounge, the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work, the Commons dining facility and Einstein Bros. Bagels, two art galleries, the copy center and mailroom, Events and Conference Planning, the Center for Global Education and Experience, International Student and Scholar Services, Latin@ Student Services, American Indian Student Services, Pan-Afrikan Student Services, PanAsian Student Services, Campus Activities and Orientation, LGBTQIA Student Services, and the Auggie’s Nest, a meeting place for student organizations. Edor Nelson Field—The athletic field, located at 725 23rd Avenue, is the playing and practice field of many of the Augsburg teams. An air-supported dome covers the field during winter months, allowing year-round use. Foss, Lobeck, Miles Center for Worship, Drama, and Communication (1988)—The Foss Center is named in recognition of the Julian and June Foss family. The Tjornhom-Nelson Theater, Hoversten Chapel, and the Arnold Atrium are also housed in this complex, which provides space for Campus Ministry, the Christensen Center for Vocation (CCV), the departments of Theater and Communication Studies, Film, and New Media, classrooms, and administrative offices (Facilities Management and the Enterprise Information Systems and Systems and Networking teams in IT). Hagfors Center (2018) Ice Arena (1974)—Two skating areas provide practice space for hockey and figure skating, and recreational skating for Augsburg and the metropolitan community. Kennedy Center (2007)—Completed in 2007 as a three-story addition to Melby Hall and named for Dean (’75) and Terry Kennedy, it features a state-of-the-art wrestling training center, fitness center, classrooms for health and physical education, and hospitality facilities. The James G. Lindell Family Library (1997)—This library and information technology center houses all library functions and is located on the corner of 22nd Avenue and 7th Street. It houses the TechDesk and User Support team in IT and the Gage Center for Student Success: the Deidre Middleton Office of Academic Advising, the Academic Skills Office, the Center for Learning and Adaptive Student Services (CLASS), and TRIO/Student Support Services. Luther Hall (1999)—Named for theologian Martin Luther, Luther Hall is a three-story apartment complex along 20th Avenue, between 7th and 8th Streets that houses juniors and seniors in units from efficiencies to two-bedroom suites. Melby Hall (1961)—Named in honor of J. S. Melby (dean of men from 1920 to 1942, basketball coach, and head of the Christianity Department). It provides facilities for the health and physical education program, intercollegiate and intramural athletics, the Hoyt Messerer Fitness Center, and general auditorium purposes. The Ernie Anderson Center Court was dedicated in 2001. Mortensen Hall (1973)—Named in honor of Gerda Mortensen (dean of women from 1923 to 1964), it has 104 one- and two-bedroom apartments that house 312 upper-class students, the Department of Public Safety and a lounge area. Charles S. Anderson Music Hall (1978)—Contains Sateren Auditorium, a 217-seat recital hall, classroom facilities, two rehearsal halls, music libraries, practice studios, and offices for the Music department faculty. 7 Old Main (1900)—Home for the Department of Art and the Department of Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies, with classrooms used by other departments. Extensively remodeled in 1980, Old Main combines energy efficiency with architectural details from the past. It is included on the National Register of Historic Places. Oren Gateway Center (2007)—Named for lead donors and alumni Don and Beverly Oren, it is home for the StepUP program, Institutional Advancement offices, the Alumni and Parent and Family Relations Offices, the Master of Business Administration Program, the Master of Arts in Leadership program, the Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing program, and substance-free student housing. It also houses the Barnes & Noble Augsburg Bookstore, Nabo Café, Gage Family Art Gallery, and the Johnson Conference Center. Science Hall (1949)—Houses classrooms, laboratories, and a medium-sized auditorium; the departments of Nursing, Physics, Mathematics & Statistics, Biology, and Chemistry; the Undergraduate Research and Graduate Opportunity (URGO) Office, McNair Scholars, and Administrative Accounting. Sverdrup Hall (1955)—Named in honor of Augsburg’s fourth president, it contains the Enrollment Center (Registrar’s Office and Student Financial Services), the Women’s Resource Center, the Honors Desk, classrooms and computer labs, and the departments of Education and Computer Science. Sverdrup-Oftedal Memorial Hall (1938)—Built as a residence hall and named in honor of Augsburg’s second and third presidents, it contains the President’s Office, Human Resources, the Nobel Peace Prize Forum (aka “Norway Hub”), the Academic Affairs Office, Student Affairs Offices, and faculty offices for Political Science, History, Philosophy, American Indian Studies, English, Religion, Psychology, Economics, Business, and Sociology. Urness Hall (1967)—Named in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Urness, this tower provides living quarters for 324 firstyear students. Each floor is a “floor unit,” providing 36 residents, housed two to a room, with their own lounge, study, and utility areas. 8 Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships Augsburg University is accredited by:      The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) (Bachelor, Master and Doctoral level degrees) Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) (Bachelor, and Master level degrees) American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) (Bachelor, and Master level degrees) Augsburg’s programs are approved or monitored by:      American Chemical Society (ACS) Minnesota Board of Teaching Minnesota Board of Nursing Minnesota Office of Higher Education (MOHE) National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) Augsburg University is an institutional member of:                     American Association of Colleges and Universities (AACU) American Association of Colleges of Teacher Education (AACTE) American Association of Higher Education (AAHE) American Music Therapy Association, Inc. (AMTA) Association of International Education Administrators (AIEA) Campus Compact Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) Diversity Abroad Network The Forum on Education Abroad Institute of International Education (IIE) Lutheran Education Council in North America (LECNA) National Association of International Educators (NAFSA) National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) National Society for Experiential Education (NSEE) Physician Assistant Education Association Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities (ACTC) Higher Education Consortium for Urban Affairs (HECUA) Minnesota Private College Council MPCC) Twin Cities Adult Education Alliance (TCAEA) Augsburg University is registered with the Minnesota Office of Higher Education pursuant to sections 136A.61 to 136A.71. Registration is not an endorsement of the institution. Credits earned at the institution may not transfer to all other institutions. Minnesota Office of Higher Education, 1450 Energy Park Dr., Suite 350, St. Paul, MN 55108, www.ohe.state.mn.us; 651-642-0533. 9 Policies Non-Discrimination Policy Augsburg University, as affirmed in its mission, prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, military service, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship in its educational policies, admissions policies, employment, scholarship and loan programs, participation in athletic and/or school administered programs, and any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law, except in those instances where there is a bona fide occupational qualification. (Approved by Board of Regents in April 2017). Title IX Title IX refers to Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, and it prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender by institutions receiving federal money. Generally, the Title IX Coordinator is responsible for the development, implementation, and monitoring of meaningful efforts to comply with Title IX law. This includes overseeing the Title IX complaint process as well as identifying and addressing any patterns or systemic problems that arise. For further information, please contact the University’s Title IX Officer: Ann Garvey| Vice President of Student Affairs| Student Affairs Memorial Hall, Room 118G| 612-330-1168| garvey@augsburg.edu Additionally, the University has four Deputy Officers: Deputy Officer for Students: Sarah Griesse| Dean of Students Memorial Hall, Room 118F| 612-330-1489| griesse@augsburg.edu Deputy Officer for Employees: Lisa Stock| Director and Chief Human Resources Officer Memorial Hall, Room 19| 612-330-1783| stock@augsburg.edu Deputy Officer for Athletics: Kelly Anderson Diercks| Associate Athletic Director Si Melby Hall, Room 205E| 612-330-1245| diercks@augsburg.edu Deputy Officer: Leif Anderson| Vice President and Chief Information Officer Memorial Hall, Room 124D| 612-330-1497| andersol@augsburg.edu The Deputies work with the Title IX Coordinator to identify any patterns or systemic problems that arise and may assist as investigators of complaints. Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA), as amended, provides certain rights to students regarding their education records. Each year Augsburg University is required to give notice of the various rights accorded to students pursuant to FERPA. In accordance with FERPA, you are notified of the following: Right to inspect and review education records 10 You have the right to review and inspect substantially all of your education records maintained by or at Augsburg University. The student must request to review their education records in writing with their signature. The University will respond in a reasonable time, but no later than 45 days after receiving the request. Right to request amendment of education records You have the right to seek to have corrected any parts of an education record that you believe to be inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of your right to privacy. This includes the right to a hearing to present evidence that the record should be changed if Augsburg decides not to alter your education records according to your request. Right to give permission for disclosure of personally identifiable information You have the right to be asked and to give Augsburg your permission to disclose personally identifiable information contained in your education records, except to the extent that FERPA and the regulations regarding FERPA authorize disclosure without your permission. One such exception which permits disclosure without consent is for disclosure to school officials who have legitimate education interests. A school official is a person employed by the University in an administrative, supervisory, academic or research, or support staff position (including law enforcement unit personnel and health staff); person or company with whom the University has contracted (such as an attorney, auditor, or collection agent); a person serving on the board of regents, or a student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official performing his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility. Right to withhold disclosure of “directory information” FERPA uses the term “Directory Information” to refer to those categories of personally identifiable information that may be released for any purpose at the discretion of Augsburg University without notification of the request or disclosure to the student. Under FERPA you have the right to withhold the disclosure of the directory information listed below. Please consider very carefully the consequences of any decision by you to withhold directory information. Should you decide to inform Augsburg University not to release Directory Information, any future request for such information from persons or organizations outside of Augsburg University will be refused. “Directory information” includes the following:               The student’s name The student’s address The student’s telephone number The student’s e-mail address The student’s date and place of birth The student’s major and minor field of study The student’s academic class level The student’s enrollment status (FT/HT/LHT) The student’s participation in officially-recognized activities and sports The student’s degrees and awards received (including dates) The weight and height of members of athletic teams The student’s dates of attendance Previous educational agencies or institutions attended by the student The student’s photograph Augsburg University will honor your request to withhold all Directory Information but cannot assume responsibility to contact you for subsequent permission to release it. Augsburg assumes no liability for honoring your instructions that such information be withheld. The Registrar’s Office must be notified in writing of your intent to withhold your Directory Information. Right to complain to FERPA Office 11 You have the right to file a complaint with the Family Policy Compliance Office, US Department of Education, 400 Maryland Ave. SW, Washington, DC, 20202, concerning Augsburg’s failure to comply with FERPA. Reporting Educational Information Letters of reference must be requested in writing and explicitly indicate what information may be reported in the letter. Annual Security Report The Annual Security Report (ASR) for Augsburg University contains statistics on reported crimes on and near Augsburg property and campus, as well as institutional policies concerning campus security and crime. The Department of Public Safety prepares this annual Crime Report to comply with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act. The report is available online at www.augsburg.edu/dps/reports. For a printed copy, contact Augsburg’s Department of Public Safety at 612-330-1717. Copyright Policy Augsburg University Graduate Programs follows the norms of the US Copyright Law in granting exclusive rights under the Copyright Act to faculty and student authors to reproduce their original works, to use them as the basis for derivative. Student Rights The University has adopted a statement of student rights and responsibilities and has provided for due process in the matter of disciplinary action, grievances, and grade appeal, as outlined in the Augsburg Student Guide, at inside.augsburg.edu/studentaffairs/studentguide. Official Notices A University-provided e-mail account shall be an official means of communication with students, faculty, and staff of Augsburg University. Students, faculty, and staff are responsible for all information sent to them via the Universityprovided e-mail account. Students should regularly check their e-mail account. If a student, faculty or staff member chooses to forward their Augsburg e-mail, they are responsible for all information and attachments sent to the forwarded e-mail account. Students will also receive official notices via the A-Mail online publication and should routinely review the A-Mail. 12 Admission All graduate programs require students to have a bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited four-year institution or an equivalent degree from outside the US. All graduate students must submit completed applications. Each graduate program also has additional program requirements, which may include coursework, professional experience, testing, etc. See the program sections for these additional requirements. Please refer to each individual program’s catalog section (below) for additional instructions and for detailed information on applying to graduate programs, refer to the Graduate Admissions website at www.augsburg.edu/grad. Readmission Graduate students who have not registered for courses at Augsburg University for two or more semesters, must apply for readmission through the Registrar’s Office to resume attendance. Students who have attended other institutions during their absence from Augsburg must have an official transcript sent from each institution to the Registrar’s Office. Returning students do not pay the application fee. The last day to receive approval for readmission to the University and register for classes is the Friday prior to the start of the term. Pending approval by the graduate program, students who left on probation or who were dismissed from the University must have their readmission application and file reviewed by the program director. (Please consult with individual programs for information regarding readmission process). Non-degree Students Individuals may take coursework at Augsburg University as a non-degree-seeking student. Non-degree students can enroll on a space-available basis. Registration dates are included in the University’s Academic Calendar. Admission requires program director approval, and the student must be in good standing at all previously attended institutions. To apply for admission as a non-degree seeking student, submit the completed application, academic intent, and unofficial transcript from the bachelor’s degree granting institution to the Admissions Office. Some programs may have additional application requirements. A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution is the minimum requirement for admission. Students who have earned a bachelor’s degree outside of the United States must submit a copy of a foreign credential evaluation from World Education Services (WES) or a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluators (NACES) to confirm it is equivalent to a United States bachelor’s degree or greater. Non-degree status is conferred for only one term of enrollment. Additional terms require reapplication as a non-degree seeking student. Students may count up to 6-8 semester credits earned as a non-degree seeking student toward an Augsburg University degree with approval from the program director. Non-degree seeking students who wish to pursue a degree must reapply for admission by submitting the completed application, academic intent, official transcript from the bachelor’s degree granting institution, and any additional materials required by the program. International Students Augsburg University graduate programs encourage qualified applicants from other countries to apply. An F-1 student is a nonimmigrant who is pursuing a “full course of study” to achieve a specific educational or professional objective at an academic institution in the United States that has been designated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to offer courses of study to such students, and has been enrolled in SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System). 13 A student acquires F-1 status using form I-20, issued by a DHS-approved school through SEVIS. Status is acquired in one of two ways:   If the student is abroad, by entering the United States with the I-20 and an F-1 visa obtained at a US consulate. If the student is already in the United States and not currently in F-1 status, by sending the I-20 to USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services) with an application for change of nonimmigrant status. A student who is maintaining valid F-1 status may transfer from another DHS-approved school to Augsburg by following the transfer procedures set forth in the F-1 regulations. In addition to fulfilling all general admission requirements for a particular graduate program, prospective F-1 students must also comply with the following: English Proficiency Requirements for International Graduate Applicants To meet Augsburg University admission requirements, you must provide evidence of a sufficient command of both written and spoken English to study college courses conducted entirely in English. Below is a list of the tests and programs Augsburg University accepts as evidence for English proficiency.           TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) www.toefl.org Score report of 80 on the Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) with a sub-score of 20 on the written and 20 on the speaking sections. (The Augsburg University TOEFL code is 6014.) IELTS (International English Language Testing System) www.ielts.org Score report of 6.5. MELAB (Michigan English Language Assessment Battery) www.cambridgemichigan.org/melab Score report of 80, and score report must be accompanied by an official letter from the testing coordinator. Successful completion of a previous undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited college or university in the US, the United Kingdom, Ireland, English-speaking Canada, New Zealand, or Australia. Score reports must be sent to Augsburg directly from the testing center. Score reports must not be more than two years old. Foreign Credential Evaluation Augsburg requires foreign credential evaluation for any transcript(s) from an institution outside of the United States. This evaluation should include the following:       Analysis of credentials to determine if your degree is equivalent to an accredited US bachelor’s degree Verification the degree is equivalent, at a minimum, to a four-year US bachelor’s degree is required. Course-by-course evaluation to show your complete course listing with credit values and grades received for each course, may also be required for specific programs. Calculation of grade point average to demonstrate your cumulative grade point average using the standard US grading system, i.e., A=4.0, B=3.0, C=2.0, D=1.0, F=0.0. Translation to English (if applicable) The evaluation report must be sent directly to Augsburg’s Office of Admissions. Refer to World Education Services at www.wes.org or member of the National Association of Credential Evaluators (NACES) at www.naces.org for information on how to obtain a foreign credential evaluation. Proof of Financial Support International applicants must provide reliable documentation that they have financial resources adequate to meet expenses for the duration of their academic program, which include tuition and fees, books and supplies, room and board, health insurance, personal expenses, and living expenses for dependents (if applicable). 14 Funds may come from any dependable source, including scholarships, fellowships, sponsoring agencies, personal funds, or funds from the student’s family. Documentation of scholarships and fellowships may be in the form of an official award letter from the school or sponsoring agency; documentation of personal or family funds should be on bank letterhead stationery, or in the form of a legally binding affidavit. Government Form I-134, Affidavit of Support, or Augsburg’s Financial Sponsorship form can be used to document support being provided by a US citizen or US legal permanent resident. All financial documents such as bank statements must be dated within three months prior to the date of application. Health Insurance All F-1 international students and their dependents (if applicable) are required to have adequate health insurance coverage for the duration of their program. International students will be enrolled in the Augsburg international student plan unless they fill out a waiver verifying proof of coverage through an alternative provider for the same period. 15 Financing Your Education Costs The Board of Regents approves the costs for the academic year. The board reviews costs annually and makes changes as required. Augsburg reserves the right to adjust charges should economic conditions necessitate. Full-Time vs. Half-Time Graduate students will need to be enrolled in 3 credits to be considered half-time and 6 credits to be considered fulltime. Tuition and Fees          Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Master of Arts in Nursing (MAN) Master of Arts in Education (MAE) Master of Arts in Leadership (MAL) Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Master of Social Work (MSW) Master of Business Administration (MBA) Master of Music Therapy (MMT) Master of Science in Physician Assistant (MPA) $921 per 1.0 credit $724 per 1.0 credit $485 per 1.0 credit $750 per 1.0 credit $661 per 1.0 credit $668 per 1.0 credit $839 per 1.0 credit $847 per 1.0 credit $784 per 1.0 credit* *2017 start cohort Tuition Students are charged per credit. All associated costs must be paid by the beginning of each semester to avoid accruing finance charges, unless you have enrolled in an official payment plan through Student Financial Services. Fees Specific courses or programs may have additional fees associated with them, such as lab or supply fees. DNP Fee MAN Fee $55 $55 Payments Semester Charges Prior to the start of each semester, a statement of estimated charges showing charges and financial aid credits designated by the Student Financial Services Office is sent to the student via e-mail. All statements are available online through AugNet’s Records and Registration site. Payments can be made online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/make-a-payment. Augsburg may charge late fees and interest on delinquent accounts. Review the full policy regarding past due balances online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/disclosure Payment Options Augsburg University offers payment plan options for all students. Information about payment plans is available online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/payment-plans-and-discounts. Payment Policy Students at Augsburg University are obligated to pay Term Fees and additional charges when they register for each academic term. “Term Fees” include tuition, room and board charges and other fees initiated during your time as a 16 student. Students are responsible to pay for all of these charges regardless of whether financial aid is received or employers or other third parties pay as agreed. “Term Fees” are subject to refund only to the extent allowed under the Augsburg University Tuition Refund Policy. Augsburg accepts the following forms of payment: Cash Students and guest payers may make cash payments in-person at the Enrollment Center. Cash should never be mailed. Students will receive a receipt of their cash payment. Check Students and guest payers may pay their term fees via check either in-person at the Enrollment Center, through mail, or online using e-check/ACH. A $30 NSF Fee will be added for any payment returned by the bank for Non-Sufficient Funds. A receipt will automatically be sent electronically for any online payments. Students who pay in-person or through mail may request a receipt of the check payment. Credit Card/Debit Card Students and guest payers may make student account payments online with a Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express credit card. As of June 10th, 2016, Augsburg will no longer accept credit card or debit card payments in-person, over the phone, or through the mail. Credit cards will only be accepted online via Cashnet, a vendor contracted by Augsburg. Because Cashnet charges Augsburg for their services, a credit card service fee of 2.75 percent will be associated with any credit card payment made to the University. This is to offset the approximately $250,000 in costs that Augsburg accrues annually for providing credit card payment options to our students. Augsburg will not receive any part of the service fee and will not be profiting from it. Financial Aid All students who wish to be considered for financial assistance must reapply each year. In addition to reapplying for aid, students must make satisfactory academic progress toward the attainment of their degree or certificate as stipulated in the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) section of this catalog. Financial assistance awarded through Augsburg may be a combination of grants and loans. The University cooperates with federal, state, church, and private agencies in providing various aid programs. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) helps determine the amount of assistance for which a student is eligible. This analysis takes into account such family financial factors as current income, assets, number of dependent family members, other educational expenses, retirement needs, and special considerations. Types of Aid A student applying for aid from Augsburg applies for assistance in general rather than for a specific scholarship or grant (except as noted). Institutional Grants/Discounts Augsburg offers grants/discounts for a variety of different students. Specific information about the different grants and scholarships, along with eligibility requirements, can be found online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/paymentplans-and-discounts. Loan Assistance Graduate students must be enrolled at least half-time in order to receive federal loans. Three semester credits per term is considered half-time. Six semester credits per term is considered full-time.  Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Student Loan 17    Interest begins accruing on the date of disbursement and the borrower is responsible for all interest. The borrower may choose to make payments while in school or may defer payments and allow interest to accrue and be capitalized (added to the balance of the loan). Federal Graduate Loan Program (PLUS) Graduate PLUS is a loan program to help graduate students meet college costs. Students may borrow up to the cost of attendance (minus all other student financial aid). Further information about loan programs can be found online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial. Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Federal regulations require that all higher education institutions establish and implement a policy to measure whether students [1] receiving financial aid [2] are making satisfactory academic progress toward the completion of a degree. The purpose of this policy is to make sure that students who receive financial aid are using this money wisely. It is meant to curtail the use of financial aid by students who fail to successfully complete their course work. Failure to meet the following standards makes a student ineligible for all institutional, federal, and state financial aid. Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress  Minimum GPA requirements: Graduate Students must maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA based on the entire academic record.  Minimum Credits Completed: Graduate Students must earn a cumulative 66.67% of the credits attempted based on the entire academic record. A completed credit has a grade of A – D- or P. Credits earned and completed will include accepted cumulative transfer credits as defined by the Registrar’s Office. Unsatisfactory grades “W (withdrawn),” “I (Incomplete),” “F/FN (Zero),” and “N (Not Passing)” are counted towards the cumulative attempted credits. Repeated and remedial courses are not counted towards the cumulative attempted credits.  Maximum Time Frame: To demonstrate academic progress, graduate students must complete their degree objective within 150% of the length of the program. Monitoring and Evaluating Progress In order to ensure SAP standards are being met, the Student Financial Services Office will evaluate students’ academic achievement at the end of each term. After the student’s record is evaluated and the Student Financial Services Office determines the student’s GPA or completion rate to be unsatisfactory, the student will be placed on Financial Aid Warning or Financial Aid Suspension. Students will be notified through their Augsburg email if they fail to meet SAP standards. Financial Aid Warning A student who fails to meet SAP standards will be placed on Financial Aid Warning for the following term of enrollment. Students placed on Financial Aid Warning will still be eligible to receive financial aid. Financial Aid Warning will last for one term. If at the end of the term, the student meets SAP standards the Financial Aid Warning will conclude. Students currently on Financial Aid Warning who do not meet SAP standards at the end of the term will be placed on Financial Aid Suspension. Financial Aid Suspension A student who fails to meet either the minimum GPA requirement and/or minimum credits attempted while on Financial Aid Warning will be placed on Financial Aid Suspension. A student on Financial Aid Suspension is ineligible to receive any form of financial aid. A student on Financial Aid Suspension may submit an appeal to reinstate their financial aid. Financial Aid Suspension will conclude when the student meets SAP standards, or successfully appeals. Financial Aid will be suspended when a student placed on Financial Aid Suspension does not meet SAP standards. Because grades may not be available before the beginning of the next scheduled term, it is possible that financial aid may be disbursed to a student before the review can be conducted. In the event that a student is found to be ineligible for the financial aid that has been disbursed due to a failure to meet one of the Standards, the aid that was disbursed will be canceled, and returned to the appropriate program(s). 18 Right to Appeal Students who have had their financial aid suspended may submit the SAP Appeal Form to the Student Financial Services Office. The SAP Appeal Form must be completely filled out, along with any additional documents required by the SAP Committee. The appeal should state reasons why the student failed to meet SAP standards, and what changed for the student that will allow the student to demonstrate progress towards meeting SAP standards. The appeal will be decided by the SAP Committee. All decisions made by the Committee are final. If a student’s appeal is approved they will be placed on Financial Aid Probation. If a student’s appeal is denied they will remain on Financial Aid Suspension and will remain ineligible for financial aid. Financial Aid Probation A student who has been placed on Financial Aid Suspension and successfully appeals SAP will be place on Financial Aid Probation. A student on Financial Aid Probation will be eligible to receive financial aid. Financial Aid Probation will last for one term. If at the end of the term, the students meets SAP standards, the Financial Aid Probation will conclude. Students currently on Financial Aid Probation who do not meet the standards at the end of the term will be placed on Financial Aid Suspension. [1] Financial Aid is defined as: Augsburg Institutional Aid, Federal Title IV funding, and Minnesota State Financial Aid programs. Student Account Financial Disclosure Students at Augsburg University are obligated to pay Term Fees and additional charges when they register for each academic term. “Term Fees” include tuition, room and board charges and other fees initiated during your time as a student. Students are responsible to pay for all of these charges regardless of whether financial aid is received or employers or other third parties pay as agreed. “Term Fees” are subject to refund only to the extent allowed under the Augsburg University Tuition Refund Policy. Statements and account history are available online through AugNet Records and Registration. Augsburg University may require someone to co-sign on the students’ obligations in special cases, such as when a student has a history of late or missed payments. When a co-signer’s signature is required, both students and co-signers are responsible for payment of all costs incurred (including collection costs and fees of any collection agency and/or attorney, if applicable) and all other conditions outlined on the Student Account Financial Disclosure. Results of Balances Not Paid in Full Augsburg may charge late fees and interest on delinquent accounts. Missed or late payments will be subject to a late payment charge and/or a finance charge on the overdue balance from the date the balance was due until payment in full is received. If your account is not paid in full on the first day of the term, finance charges at the rate of 8% per year (.67% per month) will be added onto your student account balance. For example, this means that for every $1,000 owed you will receive $6.70 a month in finance charges. A $30 NSF Fee will be added for any payment returned by the bank for Non-Sufficient Funds. Past Due Accounts If the student does not set up a formal payment plan with Augsburg’s Student Financial Services department, Augsburg reserves the right to demand payment of the entire balance owed by that student and to take steps to collect it. Augsburg may cancel the student’s registration, prevent the student from registering for future terms, withhold transcripts or diplomas, remove the student from on-campus housing, turn the student’s account over to a collection agency or take legal action to collect any past due balance. Each student authorizes Augsburg to release financial information about her or his account and other pertinent information such as address and phone number to third parties who are dealing with the collection of the account balance. By providing us with a telephone number for a cellular phone or other wireless device, you are expressly consenting to receive communications – including but not limited to prerecorded or artificial voice message calls, text messages, and calls made by an automatic telephone dialing 19 system – from us and our affiliates and agents at that number. This express consent applies to each such telephone number that you provide to us now or in the future and permits such calls regardless of their purpose. Calls and messages may incur access fees from your cellular provider. Each student also agrees to reimburse Augsburg University, or its agents, the fees of any collection agency, which may be based on a percentage at a maximum of 40% of the debt, and all costs and expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, we incur in such collection efforts. Please note that, due to the Bankruptcy Reform Act, educational benefits are generally exempt from discharge under bankruptcy. The terms of this agreement remain in effect until all Term Fees and other charges are paid in full. Financial Policy Registration is permitted only if the student’s account for a previous term is paid in full or if the student is making scheduled payments in accordance with an approved payment plan. Augsburg University will not release student academic transcripts or graduation diplomas/certificates until all student account charges are paid in full or, in the case of student loan funds administered by the University (Federal Perkins Student Loan), are current according to established repayment schedules and the loan entrance and exit interviews have been completed. Tuition Refund Students are eligible for a 100% tuition refund for any courses they drop without notation through the date labeled “Last day to drop without a ‘W’ grade & 100% refund – Full Semester class” on the Academic Calendar. After this date, students are no longer eligible for any refund of tuition unless they withdraw from all of their courses. This policy is effective whether or not a student has attended classes. Students withdrawing from all of a term’s courses may receive a 50% tuition refund when they withdraw by the date labeled “Last day to withdraw with 50% refund – Full Semester class” on the Academic Calendar. Students are responsible for cancelling courses through the Registrar’s Office (or online) in order to be eligible for any refund. Students who unofficially withdraw (stop attending) but do not complete the drop/add form are responsible for all charges. Financial aid may be adjusted based on the student’s last recorded date of attendance. Refund calculations are based on the date that the drop/add form is processed. Medical Refund If a student is forced to withdraw from one or more courses in a term due to illness or an accident, a request for a medical refund should be made through the Academic/Financial Petition. Petition forms are available through the Registrar’s Office website. An extra medical refund may be granted by the Committee upon submission of documentation from the attending doctor, on letterhead, verifying the medical circumstances. Unofficial Withdrawal Federal regulations require that records of financial aid recipients who earn failing grades in all their classes be reviewed. If courses are not completed (e.g., unofficial withdrawal, stopped attending), the University is required to refund financial aid to the appropriate sources according to federal or Augsburg refund policies based on the last recorded date of attendance. Students are responsible for the entire cost of the term including the portion previously covered by financial aid should they stop attending. Students are strongly urged to follow guidelines for complete withdrawal. If there are extenuating circumstances, a petition to have the cost of tuition refunded can be made. Petition forms are available online through the Registrar’s Office website. A student who registers, does not attend any classes, and does not withdraw may petition to withdraw retroactively. The student must petition within six months of the end of term and provide proof of non-attendance. Proof can include, but is not limited to, statements from each instructor that the student never attended, or documentation of attendance for the term at another college or university. If approved, grades of W will be recorded and tuition charges for the term will be replaced with an administrative cancellation fee of $300. 20 Financial Aid Policy Financial aid such as federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships are awarded based upon the total number of registered credits on the “Last day to add with faculty signature – Full Semester class” as noted on the Academic Calendar. Students must register for internships, Time 2 classes, and ACTC classes before the “Last day to add with faculty signature-Full Semester class”. Financial aid will not be adjusted for classes added after this date. Students must earn the financial aid they are awarded each semester by actively attending and participating in classes throughout the semester. Financial aid is recalculated when students do any of the following: drop classes without a “W” grade, fail to begin classes, cease to attend classes, fail all classes, or fully withdraw from all classes. Financial Aid - Return of Aid Students must earn the financial aid they are awarded each semester. A student can earn their aid by attending classes, or in the event of hybrid/online courses, be an active participant in the course. Federal/State Aid Adjustments Augsburg is required to return unearned federal/state aid for students who fully withdraw from their courses. Student are eligible to keep more aid the longer they attend their courses. After 60% of the term has passed, students are eligible to keep all of their federal/state aid. If you are planning to completely withdraw from your courses, please see a Student Financial Services counselor to determine what aid may need to be returned. Institutional Aid Adjustments Augsburg will return institutional aid for students who partially withdraw or fully withdraw from courses. If students withdraw from their courses they will receive a 50% tuition refund and 50% of their institutional aid will be removed. If a student withdraws after the last day to receive a tuition refund, there will be no adjustment to their institutional aid. Credit Refund Augsburg students may be eligible to receive a credit refund if their financial aid exceeds tuition and fee charges for a term. Credit refunds are issued within two weeks after the last day to drop courses without recorded notation. Financial Aid needs to be finalized (You can verify your financial aid status online through Track Your Financial Aid) and applied to a student’s account (Check your Transaction History online to verify all of your financial aid has been applied to your account and nothing is left pending) before the credit refund can be issued. Changes in enrollment status, housing status, and program status may affect financial aid eligibility and credit refunds. Students who are enrolled less than half-time (less than 6.0 credits for undergraduates, less than 3.0 credit for graduates) may not be eligible for financial aid; however, students may apply for private alternative loans. Registration changes made from the first week of the term through midterm may require a return of financial aid funds. Students who drop courses may receive a tuition refund, but some forms of financial aid may have to be adjusted before a refund will be available. Financial aid return of funds may take up to 30-45 days to be processed. Bookstore Students who are registered for the upcoming term will be allowed to charge up to $700 to their student account. Students DO NOT need to request a bookstore account this year. Please plan ahead and purchase books and supplies before the scheduled cut off dates; plan ahead for courses that start midterm as you will be unable to charge anything to your student account after the cut-off date. Students’ accounts will be billed for only what was spent on their bookstore accounts before credit refunds are issued. If your bookstore charges create a balance on your account, you need to make payments in accordance with your statement. Bookstore purchases charged to a student account are intended for students who have excess financial aid funds to cover their tuition, fees, AND their books or supplies. Please contact Student Financial Services before you purchase books if you need to discuss payment options. Due to the financial aid cycle, you can only charge expenses to your bookstore account during specific times. 21 Third Party If you are expecting a third party to cover the cost of your books, you will need to turn in an itemized receipt of your purchases to the Student Financial Services Office, along with your invoice request. Additional Funds If the cost of your textbooks and supplies are above $700 in one term, you have enough financial aid to cover the additional costs, and you would like to charge the additional amount to your student account, please send the following information to Student Financial Services (studentfinances@augsburg.edu). All requests need to be in writing. Subject: Request for additional funds Full Name: Student ID number: Additional request: Students will receive an e-mail when the additional request has been processed. Accounts are opened as quickly as possible, but it could take up to two business days for activation. Consumer Information Loss of Financial Aid Due to Drug Offense A student, who is convicted of a state or federal offense involving the possession or sale of an illegal drug that occurred while the student was enrolled in school and receiving Title IV aid, is not eligible for Title IV funds. [An illegal drug is a controlled substance as defined by the Controlled Substance Act and does not include alcohol and tobacco. A borrower’s eligibility is based on the student’s self-certification on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Convictions that are reversed, set aside or removed from the student’s record, or a determination arising from a juvenile court proceeding do not affect eligibility and do not need to be reported by the student. A student who is convicted of a drug-related offense that occurred while the student was enrolled in school and receiving Title IV aid loses Title IV eligibility as follows: For the possession of illegal drugs: First offense: one year from the date of conviction. Second offense: two years from the date of the second conviction. Third offense: indefinitely from the date of the third conviction. For the sale of illegal drugs: First offense: two years from the date of conviction. Second offense: indefinitely from the date of the second conviction. A school must provide a student who loses Title IV eligibility due to a drug-related conviction with a timely, separate, clear, and conspicuous written notice. The notice must advise the student of his or her loss of Title IV eligibility and the ways in which the student may regain that eligibility. Regaining Eligibility after a Drug Conviction A student may regain eligibility at any time by completing an approved drug rehabilitation program and by informing the school that he or she has done so. A student regains Title IV eligibility on the date he or she successfully completes the program. A drug rehabilitation program is considered approved for these purposes if it includes at least two unannounced drug tests and meets one of the following criteria: 22     The program received or is qualified to receive funds directly or indirectly under a federal, state, or local government program. The program is administered or recognized by a federal, state, or local government agency or court. The program received or is qualified to receive payment directly or indirectly from a federally or state licensed insurance company. The program administered or recognized by a federally or state-licensed hospital, health clinic, or medical doctor. Policies may change throughout an academic year if necessary to comply with federal, state, or institutional changes or regulations. 23 Student Resources/Academic and Support Services Lindell Library Resources Since 1997 the James G. Lindell Family Library has been home to a wide variety of print and digital collections, now numbering almost 200,000 books, 60,000 e-books, 60,000 e-journals, 4,000 movies on DVD or VHS, and more than 120 databases. Through its streaming video services, Lindell Library provides access to an additional 50,000+ educational videos. Lindell also houses significant collections of juvenile literature and K-12 curriculum materials, as well as the University’s archives and special collections. If that still isn’t enough, Lindell Library belongs to CLIC, Cooperating Libraries in Consortium, a network of seven private liberal arts colleges in the Twin Cities. Augsburg students can borrow books and videos from any of the other CLIC libraries and get those materials delivered directly to Lindell Library through CLIC’s daily courier service. Research Support Research Support Research help is always available, either online or in person, at Lindell Library’s Learning Commons. Our research guides, available on the library’s website, provide access to key research materials on topics as wide-ranging as health and physical education, film studies, computer science, or music therapy. Students can talk to an expert in person at Lindell’s Learning Commons desk, by phone at 612-330-1604, by email at refdesk@augsburg.edu, or chat with an expert 24/7 through our Ask-A-Librarian service at library.augsburg.edu. Other Cool Stuff Libraries are more than just books and databases, they are places to gather for collaborative research or quiet study and reflection. At Lindell Library, you can do both. Ten group study rooms are available on the top floor of Lindell Library, and can be reserved up to two weeks in advance. The lower level is a designated quiet study space for those who prefer to work alone. Whether working alone or in a large group, Augsburg students can check out a laptop from the Library’s Circulation Desk. Other equipment is also available for check out; just ask our friendly staff for assistance. The staff at Lindell Library are eager to help you with all your research needs. Stop by anytime that the library is open (hours are always posted on the library’s website), or contact us at: library.augsburg.edu refdesk@augsburg.edu 612-330-1604 Information Technology Services Augsburg University has built a reputation as a leader in its commitment to provide students with relevant and timely access to information technology and training. Visit the Student Technology website, inside.augsburg.edu/techdesk, for more on Information Technology at Augsburg. Computing Students have access to more than 250 on-campus computers. Both PC and Macintosh desktop computers are available in the Lindell Library Learning Commons and computer lab, and in the 24-hour Urness computer lab. The University has four computer classrooms, 40+ technology-enhanced classrooms and one video conferencing-enabled classroom. The circulation desk in Lindell Library has 40 laptops available for use in the library. Several computer clusters are available for more specific student use within academic departments. A high-speed fiber optic campus network provides access to AugNet online services, printing, and to the internet. Network-ready student machines can connect to the campus network from residence hall rooms or any building on campus using WiFi. All of the AugNet online services are available securely on- and off-campus. 24 Center for Learning and Accessible Student Services (CLASS) The Center for Learning and Accessible Student Services (CLASS) provides individualized accommodations and academic support for students with documented learning, attention, psychiatric, sensory, and physical disabilities, as well as those with temporary disabilities. CLASS has been recognized as a leader in its field, helping these students gain access to the curriculum. Its mission is a reflection of Augsburg’s commitment to providing a rigorous and challenging, yet supportive, liberal arts education to students with diverse backgrounds, preparations, and experiences. Each term, Disability Specialists work directly with students to develop a plan for ensuring they have equal access to Augsburg courses, programs, activities, and facilities. Students are encouraged to meet regularly with their specialist, and discussions may include:      Accommodations for testing and coursework (e.g., extended time, note-taking) Referrals to other campus resources (e.g., tutoring, student technology assistance, academic advising, counseling, financial aid) Training and use of assistive technology through the Groves Accommodations Laboratory Coaching on academic, organizational, and time management skills Campus living accommodations The Disability Specialists may also consult with instructors, academic advisors, and other members of the faculty, staff, or administration to support each student as they work toward success. Taking advantage of these accommodations and services, however, remains the student’s responsibility. Any Augsburg student who wants to establish eligibility for accommodations and services should schedule a meeting with a Specialist to discuss their needs, as well as appropriate documentation of their disability. CLASS also provides informal screenings for students who suspect they may have a learning-related disability. These screenings are meant only to help students determine whether they should seek a thorough evaluation by a qualified professional. Academic accommodations are intended to ensure access to educational opportunities for students with disabilities and may not fundamentally alter the basic nature or essential components of an institution’s courses or programs. The services and technology provided by CLASS are enhanced by the generous support of the Gage family and Groves Foundation. For further information, call 612-330-1053. International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) ISSS is responsible for the enrollment planning, recruitment and advising of degree-seeking international students. Members of the ISSS team serve as Designated School Officials (DSO) for the University’s F-1 student visa program and as Responsible Officer (RO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for the University’s J-1 student/scholar exchange program. A DSO ensures institutional and individual compliance with the law and government policies pertaining to F-1 students. The RO and ARO ensure institutional and individual compliance with the law and government policies pertaining to J-1 exchange students and scholars. ISSS advises students regarding the F and J regulations so that students maintain their F or J immigration status. 25 Academic Policies and Procedures Academic Calendars All graduate programs meet on a semester calendar. The Academic Calendars can be found at www.augsburg.edu/registrar. All academic calendars are subject to change without notice. Academic Policies The University and its faculty subscribe to the Statement of Principles on Academic Freedom as promulgated by the American Association of University Professors and the Association of American Colleges. Academic Honesty A university is a community of learners whose relationship relies on trust. Honesty is necessary to preserve the integrity and credibility of scholarship by the Augsburg University community. Academic dishonesty, therefore, is not tolerated. As a University requirement, student course projects, papers, and examinations may include a statement by the student pledging to abide by the University’s academic honesty policies and to uphold the highest standards of academic integrity. (See Augsburg’s Academic Honesty Policy in the Student Guide). Evaluation and Grading Evaluation of academic performance is based on letter grades using an A ‐ F scale. Grading option cannot be changed from traditional (A - F) to Pass/No Credit. Explanation of grades: Grade A AB+ B BC+ C CD+ D DF P N Grade Points Description 4.00 Excellent 3.67 3.33 3.00 Undergraduate: Good Graduate: Satisfactory 2.67 2.33 2.00 Undergraduate only: Satisfactory 1.67 1.33 1.00 Poor 0.67 0.00 Failure 0.00 Pass* 0.00 No Pass *The letter equivalent of a P grade is a C- / 1.67 or higher for undergraduate courses and a B / 3.0 or higher for graduate courses. Pass/No Pass Grades In graduate courses, the grading option cannot be changed from the traditional A ‐ F grading scale to the Pass/No Pass grading system. 26 Some graduate courses only use the Pass/No Pass grading system. In order to receive a grade of P, students must achieve at least a grade of B. Incomplete (I) Grades Incomplete grades (I) are to be given only in the case of extreme emergency (i.e. illness, family emergency, death in the family, military commitment). If you have any questions regarding the qualifying emergency please contact the Registrar’s Office for verification. An incomplete grade (I) may be awarded when the instructor grants permission after determining that a student emergency may delay completion of coursework. Students who receive an incomplete grade should be capable of passing the course if they satisfactorily complete outstanding course requirements. To receive an incomplete grade, a student must file an Application for Incomplete Grade form with the Registrar’s Office that states the reasons for the request, outlines the work required to complete the course, and includes the course instructor’s signature. The instructor may stipulate the terms and conditions that apply to course completion; however, students may not attend the same course (or a portion of the same course) in a following term with an incomplete grade. The student must complete the outstanding work in enough time to allow evaluation of the work by the instructor and the filing of a grade before the final day of the following academic term in the student’s program. If the work is not completed by the specified date of the following academic term, the grade for the course becomes 0.0. Extension (X) Grades Internships, independent studies, and directed studies may sometimes last longer than one term. When this is the case, they must be completed by the grading deadlines within one year from the beginning of the first term of registration. A grade of X (extension) is given by the instructor to indicate that the study is extended. It is expected that students given X extensions will continue to communicate with their instructors and demonstrate that satisfactory progress is being maintained. A final grade will be issued at the end of the term in which the work is completed and evaluated (but not longer than one year). An instructor has the right to not grant an extension where satisfactory progress is not demonstrated. If the course is not completed, a grade of F will be assigned. Withdrawal (W) Grade A course is given a grade of W (withdrawn) when it is dropped after the deadline for dropping classes without a W grade and before the last day to withdraw. Withdrawals negatively impact credit completion rate but do not negatively impact the grade point average. Repeated Courses A course in which a grade of F, FN, D-, D, D+, C-, C, C+, B-, or N has been received may be repeated for credit. Courses in which higher grades have been earned may not be repeated for credit and a grade, but may be audited (exceptions are made for academic programs with minimum grade requirements of a B+ or higher or other catalog policies that require a course to be retaken). All courses taken each semester and grades earned, including W and N, will be recorded on the academic record. Only the credits and grades earned for the most recent attempt, for legitimately repeated courses, are counted toward graduation and in the grade point average. Courses completed at Augsburg University must be repeated at Augsburg to be included in the repeat policy. Auditing Courses Students who wish to take courses without credit or grade may do so by registering for Audit (V) on a space-available basis. Graduate students will be charged an audit fee of $1,000. The signature of the instructor is required to register an audit. Students who audit a course should confer with the instructor within two weeks of the beginning of the term to determine expectations, attendance, and any other requirements. If expectations have been met, the course will be listed on the transcript with a V grade. If expectations have not been met, the course will be listed with a grade of W. Audited courses do not count towards graduation. 27 Grade Point Average The grade point average (GPA) is based on final grades for all work at Augsburg. It does not include credit and grade points for work transferred from other institutions. The formula for calculating the GPA = Total grade points divided by number of credits attempted with A to F grades assigned. The following grading symbols are not included in the GPA calculation: Symbol P S N V W I X IP R GRT L NG Explanation Fall 2017 to Present: Pass, C- or higher undergraduate or B or higher graduate work; Prior to Fall 2017: Pass, 2.0 or higher undergraduate or 3.0 or higher graduate work Satisfactory No pass, no credit Audit, no credit Withdrawn Incomplete Extension, incomplete In progress Repeat Credit granted Required lab component (a credit-bearing grade was earned in the corresponding lecture course) Not graded, no credit Attendance Attendance and participation are critical to the success of any course. Evaluation of the level and quality of participation may be incorporated into the course grade. We view attendance as a joint commitment of both instructors and students to our professional development. Each instructor has the authority to specify attendance and participation requirements to address the needs of particular courses, individual students, or various learning styles. Lack of attendance may result in a failing grade and the requirement to repeat the course. Students must notify the professor in advance of any expected absence. In the case of emergency, when prior notification is not possible, students must notify the professor of an absence as soon as possible. Non-Attendance/Non-Participation Attendance/participation in class is important for academic success and financial aid. Therefore, students are dropped for non-attendance/non-participation after the 10th business day of the term if reported by the instructor. Students are ultimately responsible for dropping classes if they no longer plan to attend/participate. Students who have been dropped and wish to re-enroll must submit an Academic/Financial Petition. Graduate Continuation Policy Students registering for the final project course must complete the Final Project Registration/Graduate Continuation Contract by the last day to add with faculty signature for a Full Semester class as noted on the Academic Calendar. Upon receipt of the contract, the Registrar’s Office will enroll the student in the Continuation Program for 7 semesters. Entry into the Continuation Program maintains students’ active status in the graduate program, including library and AugNet Services. If a grade is not received by the grading deadline of the 7th semester, the grade will change from X to N. Students who wish to complete the final project after receiving a failing grade must meet with the program director to evaluate readmission to the University and program. Students who are readmitted may need to complete additional coursework 28 and will need to pay tuition and fees for any additional courses. If/when the final project course is completed, the new grade would replace the previous N grade. Students may withdraw from the University, and thus from the Continuation Program and the final project course, at any point during the continuation period and receive a W notation on the transcript for the final project course. Following a withdrawal, students are welcome to meet with the program director to evaluate readmission to the University and program. Students who are readmitted may need to complete additional coursework and will need to pay full tuition and fees for any additional courses. If/when the final project course is completed, the new grade would replace the previous W grade. Credit and Contact Hours Augsburg’s credit hour policy follows the federal guidelines in defining a semester credit hour as one fifty-minute period of instruction and 100 minutes of out-of-class work per week for fifteen weeks, or the equivalent amount of student work completed over a different time frame or via a different delivery method. All Augsburg programs follow the semester calendar with semester lengths from 14-16 weeks. Augsburg offers a summer semester which follows the same format as both fall and spring semester. Students must take at least 3 credits to be considered half-time, and 6 or more credits to be considered full-time. Students may take up to 22 credits. Degree Requirements To be conferred the graduate degree, all graduate students must achieve the following:    Successful completion of all required courses A cumulative GPA of 3.0; Physician Assistant students must consult the PA Program Progression Standards Policy. Successful completion of all degree requirements within the stipulated period of matriculation or a signed continuation agreement with Augsburg University. Probation and Dismissal Graduate students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average. If a student falls below a 3.0 average, the student will be placed on academic probation for the following term. A 3.0 cumulative grade point average must be restored in order for a student to be removed from probation. Graduate students in the Physician Assistant must consult the PA Program Progression Standards Policy. A student whose GPA falls below the required GPA for his/her graduate program (3.0 in most programs) in two or more terms may be subject to probation or dismissal. A plan for the student to continue in the program may be worked out with the program director. Students may also be dismissed for violation of standards of behavior defined by their profession, their program, or the University. Dismissal Appeals Process A student may appeal a program’s dismissal decision using the University’s program dismissal appeals process. Appeals are limited to procedural errors that the student can demonstrate negatively affected the outcome. The student initiates the appeal process by submitting a hard copy of the statement of appeal to the Assistant Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of Graduate Studies (AVP-Graduate Studies); email is not acceptable. The statement must identify each procedural error and state how each error negatively affected the outcome. The statement of appeal will be the only basis of the student’s appeal. The AVP-Graduate Studies must receive the student’s statement of appeal within 14 calendar days of the date on the department’s written notification of dismissal. The AVP-Graduate Studies will send a copy of the statement of appeal to the program chair/director. The program must submit a response to the student’s statement of appeal within 15 business days of the date that the statement was 29 received by the AVP-Graduate Studies’ office. A hard copy of the program’s response should be submitted to the AVPGraduate Studies. The AVP-Graduate Studies will send a copy of the program’s response to the student. The AVP-Graduate Studies will convene the Program Dismissal Appeals Committee, which will include the AVP-Graduate Studies as a non-voting chair and three program faculty members (one from programs not named in the appeal: Business, Creative Writing, Education, Leadership, Nursing, Physician Assistant Studies, Social Work). The Program Dismissal Appeals Committee will schedule its hearing within 15 business days of receipt of the program’s statement of response. The Committee will meet with the student and a program representative to review the procedures and ask questions of both the student and the program representative. The student and program representative may each bring a third party to the review meeting (limited to an Augsburg University faculty member, staff member, or student). The role of the third party representative is to provide support to the student or the program representative, not to serve as an advocate during the meeting. Dropping or Withdrawing Courses may be dropped or withdrawn online through AugNet Records and Registration or with a Registration Form. For drop and withdrawal deadlines see the Academic Calendar. Independent Study Students may request to complete an independent study course as an addition to the required coursework. A faculty sponsor is required for an independent study project, and project proposals must be approved by the program director in order to receive credit. Normally, independent study may not be used as a replacement for a standard course offered in the curriculum, with the exception of the general elective (if approved). A special Directed/Independent Study Registration form is required. Term Off Students may take up to two semesters off and have continued access to Augsburg email and AugNet Services. If a student is not registered after 10th day of the third semester, the student’s file will be deactivated and the student will need to submit an Application for Readmission to re-enroll. For an absence of any length, students should coordinate with their program director prior to leaving. Due to a variety of program schedules and cohorts for some degrees, it is required that students meet with their advisor and obtain the advice of their director. Evaluation of Transfer Credit Students may petition the program director for transfer credit to apply to program requirements. The transfer of credit will be evaluated on an individual basis. Students will be asked to provide appropriate documentation regarding previous coursework, including but not limited to an official transcript, course description, and syllabus. In order to be considered for transfer, a course must be from a regionally-accredited college or university and graded B or better. Courses must have been taken at the graduate level and course content must be comparable to program requirements at Augsburg. The maximum number of semester credits that can be transferred is:        Master of Arts in Education (6) Master of Arts in Leadership (6) Master of Arts in Nursing (9) Master of Business Administration (18) Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing (12) Master of Music Therapy (Contact program director) Master of Science, Physician Assistant Studies (Contact program coordinator) 30   Master of Social Work (22) Doctor of Nursing Practice (Contact program director) Augsburg credits are calculated in semester hours. If you completed courses at other institutions that are quarter hours, they will be converted to semester hours. One quarter hour equates to two-thirds of a semester hour. Courses and credits that are accepted in transfer are recorded on the student’s transcript. Grades and grade points from other institutions are not transferred to Augsburg and are not included in the student’s cumulative grade point average. 31 Master of Arts in Education Augsburg has a long history in teacher education with alumni of our programs teaching throughout Minnesota and elsewhere. The Master of Arts in Education (MAE) program combines our excellent undergraduate licensure coursework with a master’s level coursework focused on teacher leadership, preparing teachers to serve K-12 students effectively and to nurture healthy change within schools and school systems. Our Philosophy The Education Department program themes include relationships, reflection and inquiry, diversity and equity, and leadership. One of these themes - leadership - is lived out within the MAE program. As this program theme suggests, we expect our students to leave our programs as responsive, knowledgeable teachers prepared to exercise leadership in the classroom and, eventually, the school and community. Our urban setting provides yet another dimension to our programs through a combination of course content, field experiences, and classroom instructors. Our goal is that students will leave our programs as collaborative and capable teachers committed to educating all learners in a diverse and changing world. Our Faculty Augsburg faculty members who teach in the MAE program are a mix of full-time and adjunct instructors, all of whom have K-12 teaching experience. Many adjunct instructors are currently teaching in K-12 settings; all full-time faculty members are frequent visitors to K-12 settings through student teaching and field experience supervision, volunteer work, and/or in-service education. We understand the importance of what we do and what you hope to do. We value good teaching and, most especially, we value good teachers. Our Accessibility We realize that although teaching is your dream, your reality most likely includes work, family, and personal responsibilities. Because we understand the demands adult students face, we offer flexible scheduling. A majority of licensure and graduate-level courses are taught in the evenings to allow you to manage these responsibilities while pursuing your goals. You will need to be available during the weekday for the challenge and responsibility of field experiences, but education coursework is accessible through the evening schedules*. As a student in Augsburg’s Master of Arts in Education licensure and degree program, you will find yourself among interesting students and dedicated professors who believe that all children deserve a good, highly-qualified teacher— the teacher you can become. Education Department Mission The mission of the Augsburg Education Department is to develop responsive, knowledgeable teachers committed to educating all learners in a diverse and changing world. Program Overview The Master of Arts in Education (MAE) is designed to provide a teaching license as part of a master’s degree program. K12 initial teaching licenses offered at Augsburg include:   Elementary education (K-6), with or without a middle school content area endorsement in math, communication arts, social studies, or science. Subject matter courses for these endorsements may need to be taken in the weekday schedule or at a community college when unavailable through evening course work. Secondary education (5-12 and K-12) in social studies, communication arts/literature, visual arts, health, mathematics, music, and physical education, 9-12 in biology, chemistry, and physics, and 5-8 general science . Subject matter courses for these licenses may need to be taken in the weekday schedule or at a community college 32 when unavailable through evening course work. Augsburg requires that at least two content area courses are taken at Augsburg. Teachers who are already licensed can work towards the MAE degree through the following four licensure endorsement options:   K-12 English as a Second Language K-12 Special Education: Academic Behavior Strategist All teachers seeking licensure through Augsburg must take and pass all tests required by the state of Minnesota for licensure. These include tests in basic skills, pedagogy and content area knowledge. Accreditations and Approvals Augsburg University Teacher Education programs are approved by:  Minnesota Board of Teaching. (MN BOT) Augsburg University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see the listing in the Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships section of this catalog. Program Structure The Master of Arts in Education (MAE) program is made up of a core of education licensure courses at the graduate level coupled with a degree completion option. Courses in the degree completion phase are drawn from the Master of Arts in Leadership (MAL) and graduate courses in education. Most students in the MAE program pursue a teaching license as part of their program plan. The MAE degree is also open to students who do not want a teaching license but do want a background in education and leadership. See the MAE program director for details. The MAE degree requires ten or eleven Augsburg graduate level courses, depending on the degree completion option. In addition, several courses at the undergraduate level are required for licensure. Only courses taken at the graduate level apply towards the MAE degree. Credit MAE graduate level courses are offered for 3 semester credits. Each course is comprised of 37.5 instructional hours with the expectation of about 75 hours of independent study outside of class. Schedule The majority of the education courses in the MAE licensure and degree programs are offered through the AU evening schedule. Courses in this schedule meet face to face every other week with online instruction during the alternate weeks. A few education courses and many undergraduate content area courses are offered in a face to face, classroom based format, meeting weekly in the evenings. The MAL and education degree completion courses are offered primarily in a weekend schedule through a mix of face-to-face and online instruction. Summer session courses are offered primarily weekday evenings. Summer courses are offered in a mix of formats from all online to all face-to-face. The following teaching licenses are available entirely through the evening and summer schedule: elementary education, K-12 special education, and K-12 English as a second language. Additional licenses in the following areas are available through a combination of weekday, weekday evening, summer schedules, and, occasional off-campus courses: biology, chemistry, communication arts, health, mathematics, music, physical education, physics, and social studies. For these licenses, the education and degree completion courses are taken weekday evenings and summer while some, if not all, of the content area courses are taken during the weekday and/or off-campus. 33 The weekday evening schedule is comprised of two semesters spread from early September through late April. In general, classes are held every other week, face to face with online instruction in the intervening week. The weekday schedule is also comprised of two semesters spread from early September through late April. Classes offered during the weekday meet one to three times per week. Classes offered jointly between weekday and weekend meet on a weekly basis in the evening. The official academic calendars can be found at www.augsburg.edu/registrar. Curriculum—Teaching Licenses K-6 Elementary Education This program is designed to prepare teachers for grades K-6. Optional endorsements in middle school specialty areas of math, science, social studies, and communication arts can be pursued along with or separately from the K-6 license. The teaching license and some endorsements are offered at both undergraduate and graduate levels through a mix of undergraduate courses and combined graduate and undergraduate courses. Graduate-level licensure coursework (500 and above) is available to students who already hold a bachelor’s degree and have been admitted to the MAE program. All of the following courses must be taken for K-6 elementary licensure. Up to twenty‐one graduate level credits of licensure coursework listed below may be applied to the Master of Arts in Education degree. EDC 200/522 - Orientation to Education in an Urban Setting* EDC 206/566 - Diversity/Minnesota American Indians EDC 310/533 - Learning and Development in an Educational Setting EDC 410/544 - Learners with Special Needs* EDC 490/580 - School and Society EED 225/524 - Foundations of Literacy EED 325/525 - K-6 Methods: Literacy* EED 350/550 - K-6 Methods: Math EED 360/560 - K-6 Methods: Science To complete the license, the following undergraduate requirements must be completed: HPE 115 - Chemical Dependency Education EDC 220 - Educational Technology EED 326 - Elementary Reading K-6 Field Experience* (taken concurrently with EED 325/525) EED 311 - K-6 Methods: Health EED 312 - K-6 Methods: Physical Education EED 336 - Advanced Literacy Methods* EED 341 - K-6 Methods: Art EED 370 - K-6 Methods: Social Studies/Thematics EED 380 - Kindergarten Methods* EED 386 - K-6 Methods: Children’s Literature EDC 481 - Student Teaching: Initial License (12-14 weeks) or EDC 482 - Student Teaching: Endorsement EED 489 - Teacher Performance Assessment and Student Teaching Seminar *Field experience hours are required in these courses. Students spend 20 or more hours per term in field experiences. These experiences occur in K-6 classrooms during the weekday. If more than one course with field experience is taken in a given term, field experience requirements expand accordingly (i.e., two courses with 20 hours of field experience each require a total of 40 hours). Undergraduate Liberal Arts Requirements The number of supporting content area courses required for licensure depends upon the courses completed as part of the bachelor’s degree and/or other coursework. Requirements are determined by Minnesota licensure standards for specific college-level coursework in math, biology, physics, and earth science for all students seeking elementary licensure. Specific requirements are on file in the Education Department. 34 Minnesota licensure standards allow for optional subject area endorsements in communication arts/literature, social studies, math, and science. Subject matter courses for these endorsements will be available through a combination of weekday, evening and off-campus courses. Specific requirements for these endorsements are on file in the Education Department. Previous coursework can be accepted into the licensure program if it meets Minnesota standards and if a grade of C or better was achieved. The Education Department and the content area departments determine the courses that are accepted. Transcripts, course descriptions, and course syllabi are used to make these determinations. Courses that are older than five years are judged on a case-by-case basis. Graduate coursework accepted into the licensure program is not automatically accepted into the MAE degree. The program has limits on the amount and type of courses that are accepted. Grades of B or better are required for transfer consideration. See the MAE program director for approval of graduate coursework accepted in transfer. K-12 and 5-12 Secondary Education K-12 and 5-12 licenses in several content areas are offered through a combination of graduate and undergraduate coursework. K-12 licenses prepare teachers to teach a content area across elementary, middle school, and high school. Licenses for grades 5- 12 prepare teachers to teach at the middle and high school levels. Graduate-level licensure coursework (500 and above) is available to students who already hold a bachelor’s degree and meet MAE admissions criteria. Subject matter courses in the following majors are offered on weekday evenings and summer: English, communications (for communication arts), art and selected social science courses. Students seeking 5–12 licensure in social studies must complete a broad-based core of courses in the social studies in addition to a social science major. Education courses for these licenses are also taken during weekday evenings and summer. The following content area majors are offered primarily or entirely through the weekday program: biology, chemistry, physics, health, physical education, music, and mathematics. Students seeking licensure in any of these areas typically will need to take additional content courses in the weekday schedule and off-campus. Students can obtain a 9-12 license in physics, chemistry, or biology and have the option of adding the 5–8 general science to the 9-12 license. Students also can obtain the 5–8 general science license without the 9–12 license. Education courses for these licenses are taken during weekday evenings. Licensure Requirements The following requirements are offered at both the undergraduate and graduate level. All courses must be taken for licensure. Up to twenty‐one graduate level credits of licensure coursework listed below may be applied to the Master of Arts in Education degree. EDC 200/522 - Orientation to Education in an Urban Setting* EDC 206/566 - Diversity/Minnesota American Indians EDC 310/533 - Learning and Development in an Educational Setting EDC 410/544 - Learners with Special Needs* EDC 490/580 - School and Society ESE 325/525 - Creating Learning Environments ESE 300/500 - Reading and Writing in Content Area* To complete the license, students also will need to complete the following requirements at the undergraduate level: HPE 115 - Chemical Dependency Education EDC 220 - Educational Technology ESE 3XX - K-12 or 5-12 Methods (in the content area)* EDC 481 - Student Teaching: Initial License (12-14 weeks) or EDC 482 - Student Teaching: Endorsement or EDC 483 - Student Teaching: Initial License in PE, Music, Art, or ESL ESE 489 - Teacher Performance Assessment and Student Teaching Seminar 35 *Field experience hours are required in these courses. A minimum of 100 hours in classrooms and education-related settings is required prior to student teaching. Students spend approximately 20 hours per term in field experiences. Undergraduate Content Area Requirements The equivalent of a major in the licensure content area is required for K-12 and 5-12 licenses. Students who have majored in a field in which we offer licensure must have their previous coursework evaluated by the major department at Augsburg. Two or more content area courses tied to Minnesota licensure standards are generally required, even with a completed academic major. Previous coursework is evaluated by the content area department and accepted if it meets Minnesota licensure standards and if a grade of C or better was achieved. Coursework older than five years is judged on a case-by-case basis. Specific course requirements for each content area are on file in the Education Department. Graduate coursework accepted into the licensure program is not automatically accepted into the MAE degree program. See the MAE program director for approval to use graduate level transfer courses in the degree program. Special Education Augsburg University offers licensure in K–12 Special Education: Academic Behavioral Strategist (ABS). This program qualifies students to teach in special education programs and positions working with students with mild to moderate disabilities in the areas of emotional/behavioral disabilities, learning disabilities, autism spectrum disabilities, developmental and cognitive disabilities and other health disabilities. This program is built on an inclusive education model. Under this model, students learn how to work closely with both special and general educators to facilitate inclusion of special education students into the regular education classroom. Five years after being licensed, teachers must extend their license in one of the above categories through additional coursework. Licensure Requirements Licensure requirements are offered at both the undergraduate and graduate level. Classes will include both undergraduate and graduate students, with graduate students having additional course responsibilities. Graduate courses are taken at the 500 level. All courses must be taken for licensure, and up to twenty‐one graduate level credits of licensure coursework listed below may be applied to the Master of Arts in Education degree. The following courses for the ABS license are offered at both the undergraduate and graduate levels: EDC 200/522 - Orientation to Education in an Urban Setting* EDC 206/566 - Diversity/Minnesota American Indians EDC 310/533 - Learning and Development in an Educational Setting EDC 410/544 - Learners with Special Needs* EED 225/524 - Foundations of Literacy EED 325/525 - K-6 Methods: Literacy* EED 350/550 - K–6 Methods: Math* EED 360/560 - K–6 Methods: Science* SPE 410/510 - Implementing Assessment Strategies* SPE 411/511 - Etiology and Theory of Mild to Moderate Disabilities SPE 415/515 - Theory to Practice* SPE 425/525 - Transition and Community* SPE 430/530 - Instructional and Behavioral Practices* SPE 490/540 - Parent and Professional Planning To complete the ABS license students will also need to complete certain requirements at the undergraduate level: HPE 115 - Chemical Dependency Education MAT 137 - Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I EDC 220 - Education Technology EDC 330 and 332 - Building the Public Good: Public Achievement and Organizing EDC 331 and 333 - Practicum in Public Achievement 36 EED 326 - Elementary Reading K-6 Field Experience* (taken concurrently with EED 325/525) EDC 481 - Student Teaching: Initial License (12-14 weeks) SPE 489 - Teacher Performance Assessment and Student Teaching Seminar *Field experience required as part of this course. This program is based on an innovative internship model that allows students employed in special education classrooms to fulfill a portion of their special education field experience requirements while they work. Students not employed in these settings are expected to complete a significant number of volunteer hours in special education settings. All must complete field placements or student teaching in classrooms serving these populations. Hours must be completed across elementary, middle school, and high school and include experiences with the five areas of disability that are part of this license. Specific information on field experience requirements is available from the Education Department. Licensure Requirements—EBD/LD–Naadamaadiwin Special Education Tribal Cohort Augsburg does not offer the post-baccalaureate Tribal Special Education licensure program at this time. It may become available again in the future. If you are a student who did not finish the Tribal Special Education program when it was offered, please see your adviser for an alternate plan. You can finish through our regular Special Education licensing program. K-12 English as a Second Language (ESL) License The K-12 English as a Second Language license is available as an initial license as well as an endorsement to an existing license. This license qualifies teachers to work with K-12 students for whom English is a second language across a range of subject areas. The K-12 ESL licensure program is comprised of both undergraduate and graduate courses; up to seven of the graduate courses can apply to the completion of the MAE degree. Graduate-level licensure coursework (500 and above) is available to students who already hold a bachelor’s degree and have been admitted to the MAE program. A pre-requisite to program admissions is two years of high school level or one year of college level language instruction. The K-12 ESL program is offered in a hybrid format which means that courses are a mix of face to face and online instruction. Classes are offered during the academic year in the evening semester framework and during summer session to make them accessible to working adults. This license is also offered as an undergraduate major to Augsburg Undergraduate (AU) students seeking a baccalaureate degree. The following requirements are offered at both the undergraduate and graduate level. All courses must be taken for licensure, and up to twenty‐one graduate level credits of licensure coursework listed below may be applied to the Master of Arts in Education degree. EDC 200/522 - Orientation to Education in an Urban Setting* EDC 206/566 - Diversity/MN American Indians EDC 310/533 - Learning and Development in an Educational Setting EDC 410/544 - Learners with Special Needs* EED 325/525 - K-6 Methods: Literacy* ESE 325/525 - Creating Learning Environments* ESL 330/510 - History and Structure of the English Language ESL 340/520 - ESL Literacy* ESL 490/530 - Language, Culture, and Schools ESL 420/540 - ESL Methods* To complete the license, students also will need to complete the following requirements at the undergraduate level: HPE 115 - Chemical Dependency Education EDC 220 - Educational Technology EED 326 - Elementary Reading K-6 Field Experience (taken concurrently with EED 325/525) ESL 310 - Second Language Acquisition ESL 320 - Introduction to Linguistics ESL 410 - ESL Testing and Evaluation 37 EDC 483 - Student Teaching: Initial License in PE, Music, Art, or ESL ESL 489 - Teacher Performance Assessment and Student Teaching Seminar *This course has a 20 hour field experience attached to it. Student Teaching Students are required to complete student teaching for initial and additional licenses (unless otherwise indicated). In the MAE program, student teaching is generally completed before finishing the degree. Students can apply for licensure at this point and finish the degree later. Student teaching for elementary, secondary, and K-12 initial licenses lasts 12-14 weeks, depending on licensure scope. During that time, students work full-time as student teachers and are supervised by an Augsburg faculty member. Students register for eight to twelve semester credits of student teaching and a two semester credit edTPA and student teaching seminar. They meet at Augsburg University for student teaching seminars several times during the term. Most student teaching placements are in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area and Rochester. However, students do have the opportunity to student teach abroad, where students complete a 10-week student teaching experience in the metro area and then complete another student teaching experience abroad. Opportunities to teach abroad are available around the world, and it is a wonderful way to build a global perspective in education. Additional information is available through the Education Department. Curriculum—Graduate Degree Completion Options Students take graduate coursework as part of the licensure program. This coursework forms the Master of Arts in Education licensure core, with between four to seven Augsburg graduate-level licensure courses fulfilling master’s requirements. Students bringing fewer than seven graduate-level licensure courses or 21 semester credits into the degree program must complete additional Master of Arts in Leadership (ML) or education graduate courses to reach the required 30-33 semester credits for the MAE degree. To finish out the master’s degree, students will need to complete one of the following options. Action Research Degree Completion Option (Minimum 30 credits) This degree completion option requires a minimum of three classes totaling at least nine semester credits: a Master of Arts in Leadership (ML) elective, EDC 592 Action Research 1, and EDC 593 Action Research 2. The action research courses guide the student through completion of a long-term action research project, typically conducted in the student’s classroom and focused on a question or concern identified by the student. The research is presented at an action research symposium and a formal written report of the research is placed in Lindell Library. The coursework for action research is designed to be completed in two semesters; the project itself is done once the research is presented at an action research symposium and the paper is accepted for placement in Lindell Library. Additional terms beyond those in which the courses are completed are available through continuing registration for up to seven semesters. Leadership Application Project (LAP) Degree Completion Option (Minimum 30 credits) This degree completion option requires a minimum of three classes totaling at least nine semester credits: an ML elective, EDC 514 – Research Methods - Education focus or ML 514 - Evaluating Empirical Research and EDC 585 – Navigating the Leadership Application Project. Students electing this degree completion option do so because they are interested in developing an educational product that meets an identified need.   The goal for those developing an educational product is to identify an issue or problem related to their practice, and after researching available literature, develop a solution to the problem or issue. The solution might be developed in the form of a curriculum, a workshop, a set of informational materials, a website, an article for publication or other appropriate educational product. This option is completed with a final oral presentation and placement of the final paper in the Lindell Library. Additional terms beyond those in which the courses are completed are available through continuing registration for up to seven semesters. 38 Performance Assessment/Teacher Leadership Degree Completion Option (Minimum 33 credits) This degree completion option focuses on the theme of the MAE degree program - teacher leadership - and requires a minimum of the following four classes: One ML leadership-focused course EDC 570 - Teacher Leadership EDC 514 - Research Methods (ML 514 can be substituted if necessary) EDC 594 - Performance Assessment Project Students electing this degree completion option do so because they are especially interested in considering leadership within the context of education and themselves as potential change agents. EDC 594 must be taken as the last course in this sequence. Students finish their degree through this option with the successful completion of these four classes. Alternate Settings—MAE in Rochester In step with Augsburg University’s excellent reputation in the field of education, the Master of Arts in Education program is also offered in Rochester, MN. Licenses are available in elementary education and special education: ABS. Classes primarily meet weekday evenings and summer at Bethel Lutheran Church in Rochester. Elementary education The K-6 elementary education license allows students to teach in grade K-6. Augsburg University offers this license at the graduate level to students who already hold a bachelor’s degree and meet admissions requirements. Courses for this license are available in Rochester. Special education The K-12 Academic Behavior Specialist (ABS) program is designed for students currently working with or planning to work with students with mild to moderate special needs. The program leads to Minnesota teaching licensure in special education and the ability to work with students whose special needs are categorized as EBD, LD, DCD, ASD, and/or OHI. All courses for these licenses are available in Rochester. The Performance Assessment degree completion option is offered in Rochester as needed, typically every other year. MAL Elective Courses At least one elective must be taken from the Master of Arts in Leadership courses. The following are recommended, but others may also be used. Course descriptions can be found in the MAL portion of the graduate catalog. ML 510 - Visions of Leadership: A Historical and Literary Journey ML 511 - Creativity and the Problem-Solving Process ML 520 – Self-Identity and Values: Keys to Authentic Leadership ML 530 - Ethics in Communication ML 531 - The Dynamics of Change ML 545 - Decision Making and Leadership ML 550 - Communication, Decision Making, and Technology ML 560 - Cultural Competence and Effective Leadership ML 565 - Women and Leadership ML 599 - Topics 39 For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Admission to MAE Admission Requirements Students admitted into the MAE licensure and degree programs must have:   Bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited four-year institution Cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher (required for full admission for the graduate licensure option and degree program). Students with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5-2.99 may be admitted conditionally into the graduate licensure program. To be admitted to the MAE degree completion program, all students must have a 3.0 or better Augsburg GPA. Application Checklist The following items must be sent to the Augsburg Office of Admissions:     Completed application form - www.augsburg.edu/mae $35 non-refundable application fee Personal summary outlining your tentative educational objectives and reasons for wanting to attend Augsburg Official academic transcripts from all previously attended post-secondary institutions (including colleges, universities, vocational/technical schools, and PSEO institutions) sent directly to the Admissions Office. Admission as an International Student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students. Transfer Policy Acceptance of previous education coursework completed at institutions other than Augsburg University is limited. Most courses that have not been completed in the last seven years are considered to be too old to transfer and need to be completed as part of one’s program at Augsburg. EDC 310/533 - Learning and Development, EDC 220 - Education Technology, and ESE 3XX - K-12/5-12 Special Methods in Content Area are courses which may have a shorter acceptance time frame. Additional information on the transfer policy is available through the Education Department. Credit Evaluation: An official transfer credit evaluation of previous academic work will be completed as part of the admissions process. Education coursework is evaluated by the Education Department. For secondary licenses, content area coursework is evaluated by the content area department. This process is initiated as part of the admissions process. Generally, the requirement for secondary licensure is that two or more classes in the content area must be taken at Augsburg, even with an undergraduate major in the field. In all cases, previous undergraduate courses must have received a grade of C or better to be eligible for transfer. Previous graduate coursework must have received a grade of B or better to be considered. Acceptance into the MAE Program Application files are reviewed by the MAE director. Applicants are notified of the admission decision by the Office of Admissions, usually within one to two weeks after the application file is complete. Applicants whose cumulative undergraduate GPA is below 2.5 will not be admitted into the MAE program; however, these applicants can be reconsidered when additional undergraduate coursework raises the cumulative undergraduate GPA to 2.5 or above. An exception to this occurs when the applicant has completed an advanced degree with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better. Under these circumstances, the applicant can be considered for full admission into the MAE degree and licensure programs. 40 Advising and Registration Admitted students are able to participate in academic advising and the registration process. Typically, first-term registration occurs with intake advising. After the first term, students generally are able to register online through Records and Registration. All students are assigned an Education Department faculty advisor early in the first semester of courses. Academic Policies Application to the Education Department Once accepted to the University and the MAE program, students may take designated courses in education and content areas. Prior to beginning the methods courses within a program, students must be admitted to the Education Department. This admissions process is outlined in the EDC 200/522 - Orientation to Education and in admissions handbooks, which are available through the Education Department. Academic Achievement All MAE students are expected to achieve and maintain 3.0 or better GPA in their Augsburg course work. Students whose cumulative GPA falls between 2.5 and 2.99 at the end of their licensure program are able to complete the license but are not eligible for the degree. Students with cumulative GPA’s below 2.5 may not student teach and are subject to academic probation and possible dismissal. In all cases, a cumulative GPA on the Augsburg graduate transcript must be at 3.0 or better to be admitted to the degree completion component of the MAE degree. Students who are ready to begin the degree completion component must file an Intent to Complete form (available through the MAE coordinator) at which point a transcript review is completed to confirm the 3.0 or better GPA and to determine the completed courses that apply to the degree and the courses that remain. Minimum Grade Policy Students who fail to maintain a cumulative 2.5 GPA in a given term are notified that they must raise their GPA to the required level. Students who receive below a C in any undergraduate course or B- in any graduate course required for licensure are expected to repeat the course as soon as possible and raise the grade to the appropriate level. Dismissal from Licensure and Degree Program Students may be dismissed from the licensure program prior to and during student teaching for failure to maintain appropriate academic and teaching-based performance standards, for gross violation of University policy, and/or for conduct in violation of professional ethics. Dismissal occurs within the context of established department procedures described in the Education Department Handbook available through the Education Department. Students have the right to appeal dismissal from the licensure program on the grounds of procedural error, using the University’s program dismissal appeals process. Information about the program dismissal appeals process is available in the Augsburg Student Guide. Students who fail to complete the license may have the option to finish the degree. Fieldwork Requirements Fieldwork experiences are tied to several licensure courses. In most cases, these experiences are conducted within a service-learning framework, providing service to the school and classroom while also providing students’ opportunities for focused reflection linked back to course objectives. In general, students should plan for a minimum of 20 hours field experience per term. When multiple courses with field experience are taken in the same term, the requirements expand accordingly. Students in field experiences are evaluated by their host K-12 teachers on the basis of criteria drawn from the Minnesota Standards of Effective Practice. Evaluations are kept in the students’ Education Department files and used in decisions regarding progress through the program and student teaching. A full description of field experience requirements is available in the Education Department Handbook. 41 Readmission and Withdrawal Students in good standing who fail to register for courses for two terms (not including summer) are withdrawn from the MAE program. To be readmitted to the University and the MAE program, students file a Readmission form through the Registrar’s Office. Program Costs In addition to tuition, students in this program can expect to pay a data maintenance fee upon admission to the department, as well as liability insurance at the student rate during student teaching and the cost of a background check for licensure and, possibly, field experience. In addition, optional international travel courses have associated costs above and beyond the charge for tuition. Full-time Faculty Joseph A. Erickson, Professor of Education. BA, MA, College of St. Thomas; MA, Luther-Northwestern Theological Seminary; PhD, University of Minnesota. Margaret J. Finders, Professor of Education. BA, University of Iowa; MA, University of Iowa; PhD, University of Iowa. Jeanine Gregoire, Associate Professor of Education. BS, MA, PhD, University of Minnesota. Audrey Lensmire, Associate Professor of Education. BA Indiana University; MAT National Louis University; PhD University of Minnesota. Jason Michael Lukasik, Assistant Professor of Education and MAE Director. BA, MEd, PhD. University of Illinois at Chicago. Rachel M. Lloyd, Assistant Professor of Education. BS, Carleton College; MA, University of Minnesota; PhD, University of Minnesota. Joaquin Munoz, Assistant Professor of Education. BS, MA, PhD: University of Arizona Susan O’Connor, Associate Professor of Education. BS, University of Minnesota; MS, PhD, Syracuse University. Donna Patterson, Assistant Professor of Education. BA, MEd, University of Minnesota. Terrance Kwame-Ross, Associate Professor of Education. BAE, National-Louis University; MEd, University of Minnesota; PhD, University of Minnesota Kaycee Rogers, Director of Education Programs-Rochester. BA Luther College; MEPD University of Wisconsin La Crosse Christopher Smith, Associate Professor of Education. BS Purdue University; MS Purdue University; PhD University of Minnesota. Jennifer Diaz, Assistant Professor of Education. B.S. Elementary Education, University of Wisconsin-Madison. M.S. Curriculum and Instruction, Ph.D. Curriculum and Instruction, University of Wisconsin-Madison. 42 Master of Arts in Leadership MAL Mission The purpose of the Master of Arts in Leadership (MAL) program is to develop leaders for organizations, the community, and society. Organizations seek leaders who possess:      An ethically and morally responsible vision An understanding of how change occurs and how it can be managed A sensitivity to the complex problems of organizations and an ability to find solutions consistent with their mission Cultural competence and sensitivity to the needs of a diverse population The ability to inspire and motivate people to work toward a common goal The Augsburg leadership development model provides a framework through which the program recruits its students and develops their skills. Program Overview The study of leadership is central to Augsburg University. The University mission statement says, “Augsburg University educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders.” The Master of Arts in Leadership is quintessentially Augsburg. The integrated liberal arts perspective on leadership education is what we think of as the “Augsburg difference.” The Master of Arts in Leadership is the core program of Augsburg’s Center for Leadership Studies (CLS). Developed and launched in 1987, it is Augsburg’s oldest graduate degree and one of the oldest leadership graduate degrees in the United States. The program responds to the leadership development needs of both for-profit and not-for-profit organizations. MAL has a deep theoretical base in leadership studies, yet also offers its students practical approaches to leadership that can be applied in the workplace and society. Leadership Development Model The MAL program promotes leadership as a process that:    Inspires cooperation among people who must compete for limited resources Promotes productivity within and beyond the organization Works toward progress for the individual and the organization To accomplish this, individuals aspiring to positions of leadership must possess three key attributes: a sense of vision, the ability to persuade, and the ability to direct action. Underlying these attributes are abilities and awareness, outlined in the Leadership Development Model, which serve as specific outcomes for the MAL program. Augsburg’s model of leadership development is designed to assess, promote, enhance, and refine these capabilities within the individual. Learning Goals and Outcomes The MAL program is designed to support students in developing the knowledge and skills to:       Explore the nature and practice of leadership in a wide variety of dynamic organizational and community settings Develop a personal understanding and philosophy of leadership Aspire to be responsible leaders who are informed citizens, critical thinkers, and thoughtful stewards Enhance knowledge of self and the capacity to be reflective learners Analyze and navigate increasingly complex changing environments Formulate and articulate a shared vision in order to inspire others to achieve desired goals 43 MAL Courses Each course encourages pursuit of the designated outcomes and uses a variety of learning techniques appropriate to adult learners. Instructional techniques include case studies, debate, written and oral presentations, and group activity. These techniques develop targeted leadership abilities and understanding. Students are encouraged to see abilities and understandings as cross-disciplinary and to view content areas as integrated. The program reflects the view that the world in which we operate is complex and that dealing with it successfully requires well-developed integrative abilities. Plan of Study Accommodating the Full-Time Work Schedule Designed to meet the needs and preferences of working adults, the MAL program is based on the assumption that the students who enroll are career-oriented, self-disciplined, and well-motivated individuals seeking a balance of classroom experience, group interaction, and individual study. Courses are organized as seminars with the opportunity for discussion and dialogue. The program features classes taught by faculty from multiple disciplines and offers two formats to allow students to choose the option that works best for them. Both formats offer a combination of classroom and online learning styles in different proportions. The classic classroom format emphasizes face-to-face instruction augmented by online work. The integrated hybrid format combines online and intensive learning experiences with occasional sessions in a traditional classroom setting. Two Convenient Formats: Classic Classroom and Integrated Hybrid Overview of Classic Classroom Format For nearly 30 years, our classic classroom format has featured a flexible choice model that allows students to select courses that focus on individual goals, interests, and learning style. Students can also determine the pace at which they move through the program. This format offers numerous electives and allows for individualized studies. Some online work is incorporated into this format. Schedule During fall and spring semesters, classes usually meet every other Saturday morning or afternoon for four hours. Additional instruction time is provided online. Seven Saturday sessions are included in one semester. Some select classes meet on Monday evenings. Students can take a combination of Saturday and Monday courses. A sample class schedule in the classic classroom format: Period I Saturday 8:00 am to 12:00 pm Period II Saturday 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm Period III Weeknights 6:00 pm to 9:45 pm Note: Each class taken commits a student to Period I, Period II, or Period III, an average of two meetings a month. A few courses are taught on an immersion model, which features fewer but longer sessions. The MAL program also offers summer semester courses in seven-week, fourteen-week, or special immersion formats. Most summer semester courses meet on weeknights from 6:00 pm to 9:45 pm rather than on Saturdays. Curriculum Three core courses: ML 505 - Foundations of Leadership ML 514 - Evaluating Empirical Research ML 585 - Integrating the Theory and Practice of Responsible Leadership (Capstone Course) 44 Eight electives, selected from more than 20 offerings* *Students may petition the program to do a thesis in place of two of the elective courses. Students who do the thesis are required to develop and carry out an in-depth study of some aspect of leadership or of a leadership-related topic and register for ML 592 Thesis Consultation I and ML 593 Thesis Consultation II. Students electing to write a thesis are still required to take ML 585 to complete the program. Elective courses for the Classic Classroom format The MAL program requires that eight elective courses be selected from the following course list. All courses are 3 semester credits: ML 510 - Visions of Leadership ML 511 - Creativity and the Problem-Solving Process ML 520 - Self-Identity and Values: Keys to Authentic Leadership ML 527 - Spirituality and Leadership in the Workplace ML 530 - Ethics in Communication ML 531 - The Dynamics of Change ML 535 - Organization Theory and Leadership ML 536 - Facilitating Organizational Change ML 538 - Communication Skills for Leadership ML 539 - Communicating a Self in the Modern Organization ML 540 - Political Leadership: Theory and Practice ML 545 - Decision Making and Leadership ML 548 - Coaching and Consulting ML 550 - Communication, Decision Making, and Technology ML 553 - Design and Leadership ML 557 - Language of Leadership ML 560 - Cultural Competence and Effective Leadership ML 563 - Leadership in a Global Society ML 565 - Women and Leadership ML 570 - Negotiation: Theory and Practice ML 574 - Strategic Leadership ML 575 - Constructive Conflict Resolution ML 576 - Leading Innovation ML 577 - Universal Responsibility and Leadership: A Nicaraguan Experience ML 598 - Independent Study ML 599 - Topics Overview of Integrated Hybrid Cohort Format A combination of online, classroom, and experiential learning The integrated hybrid model is completed in two years with a combination of intensive face-to-face sessions and online coursework. Students complete the program with a cohort of peers representing many different perspectives. Students learn from each other and build relationships that will provide support throughout the program and a valuable network for the future. Schedule After starting with a five-day summer experience, classes meet on a semester schedule September through mid-April (fall and spring semesters) and mid-May through mid-August (summer semester). Coursework will be online and supported by three on-campus class sessions per term. 45 Curriculum *ML 505 - Foundations of Leadership ML 512 - Responsible Leadership for the 21st Century (Intensive) *ML 514 - Evaluating Empirical Research ML 520 - Self-Identity and Values: Keys to Authentic Leadership ML 535 - Organization Theory and Leadership ML 553 - Design and Leadership ML 563 - Leadership in a Global Society ML 574 - Strategic Leadership ML 577 - Universal Responsibility and Leadership: A Nicaraguan Experience (or alternative elective) *ML 585 - Integrating the Theory and Practice of Responsible Leadership (Capstone Course) * Core courses offered in the integrated hybrid format (required for all students) A sequenced list of eight electives is prepared for each cohort. In the cohort program, students complete 11 courses, including a capstone course (ML 585). MBA/MAL Dual Degree The dual degree program takes advantage of the intellectual benefits of studying business administration and leadership in a coordinated program. It leverages Augsburg’s long tradition of graduate leadership training via the MA in Leadership with the robust demand for business education through our MBA program. The dual degree provides students with the leadership skills needed to run a business and, at the same time, helps them develop the comprehensive outlook they need to thrive in today’s interconnected world. A minimum of 18 Augsburg courses completes the MBA/MA in Leadership dual degree, including at least 7 MBA courses and 7 MA in Leadership courses. The following dual degree program requirements must be met. Seven courses are required from MBA courses:  MBA 510 – Applied Managerial Economics  MBA 520 – Accounting for Business Managers  MBA 530 – Managerial Finance  MBA 540 – Business and Professional Ethics  MBA 550 – Marketing Management  MBA 570 – Quantitative Decision Making for Managers  MBA 580 – Management Consulting Project Three core courses are required from MA in Leadership courses with 3 MAL elective courses:  ML 505 – Foundations of Leadership  ML 514 – Evaluating Empirical Research  ML 585 -- Integrating the Theory and Practice of Responsible Leadership  ML Electives (4) Three Focus Area Courses Students will choose one course from each of the focus areas: Focus Area #1: Organizational Development  MBA 545 – Organizational Behavior  ML 535 – Organization Theory and Leadership  Director approved course with organizational development focus 46 Focus Area #2: Global/Multicultural Perspective  MBA 565 – Managing in a Global Environment  ML 560 – Cultural Competence and Effective Leadership  ML 563 – Leadership in a Global Society  Director approved course with global/multicultural focus Focus Area #3: Strategic Leadership  MBA 595 – Strategic Management  ML 574 – Strategic Leadership  Director approved course with strategic leadership focus One Additional Elective Course Elective course may be taken in either MBA or MA in Leadership Program Admission to the Dual Degree Program Admission for the dual degree program is handled on a “rolling” basis and requires applicants to hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university. Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions are required as well as a current résumé and two recommendations. An interview with the program director is also part of the admissions process. Although we do accept the GMAT and GRE, we also offer candidates an alternative math and writing profile assessment entitled the Individual Learning Profile (ILP) which provides a picture of candidate’s math and writing (verbal) competency detailing strengths and areas of improvement. The profile is not an admissions screening instrument and will be used as a platform to develop a skills improvement plan for students should they need it. Earning the dual degree during or after the MBA or MA in Leadership program Students who are currently enrolled in the MBA or MA in Leadership program or alumni who wish to return to Augsburg may add the dual degree to their existing degree by completing most of the same requirements listed on the front of this page. Students may use previously completed application pieces and coursework to help meet these requirements. Returning students may complete an abbreviated application form after consultation with the MBA or ML program director. Upon entering the MBA program, a quantitative online profile assessment must also be taken. This is used as a platform to enhance skills, if needed. Students with an MA in Leadership who wish to add the dual degree will take a minimum of 7 required MBA courses. Students will complete one course in each of the 3 focus areas if they did not complete these courses during their MAL program. Each student’s program will be slightly different based on their prior course selections. Students with an MBA will complete 4 required and 3 elective MA in Leadership courses. Students will need to complete one course in each of the 3 focus areas if they did not complete these courses during their MBA program. Each student’s program will be slightly different based on their prior course selections. Students in both programs will meet individually with the program directors to determine whether their completed final project meets the criteria aligned with the dual degree final project. Directors may ask that the project be modified or added to or ask the student to complete another project. These decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis. The Graduate Certificate in Leadership Studies The certificate program is an attractive option for people who want to develop their leadership skills without undertaking a full degree program. A certificate is awarded after completion of three Augsburg MAL courses in leadership. Students pursuing this option take ML 505 - Foundations of Leadership and two additional electives. All three courses may count toward an MA in leadership. No more than one course may be double counted in another Augsburg graduate degree program. The normal application process is used for students who wish to pursue the certificate. 47 Joint BA in Accounting and Master of Arts in Leadership A BA in Accounting and an MA in Leadership (MAL) can be earned in this five-year program designed for students who wish to qualify for CPA certification and obtain a master’s degree. By the end of the fifth year and successful completion of all requirements, the student receives both a BA in Accounting and an MA in Leadership and will have fulfilled the 150-hour requirement to qualify for the CPA certification. The MAL program offers a large number of courses on a Saturday and weeknight schedule. Refer to the MAL program schedule for the list of courses each year and to the accounting program coordinator for a detailed academic plan. Students should meet with both the MAL director and an accounting advisor to create an effective plan for successful completion of the five-year program. General Requirements for the Accounting/MAL Program Accounting students planning to pursue the five-year degree must apply for admission to the MAL program at the end of their junior year. The application process includes submission of:       Completed application form Two letters of recommendation (one from a professor and one from an employer) Personal statement Example of applicant’s writing in an academic paper GPA of at least 3.30 Interview with the Director of the MAL program Students must also have faculty endorsement from the Accounting program. Students must complete at least one year of accounting work experience (either a job or internship) by the time they graduate from the MAL program. Program Coordinator: Professor Stu Stoller. For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Admission to the Master of Arts in Leadership Program Admission Requirements Applicants to the program must have:           Bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited, four-year college or university Minimum cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 and a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 for graduate courses completed at an accredited college or university. Should an applicant not meet the minimum admission requirements, a conditional admission may be possible as decided on a case-by-case basis. Applicants to the program must have two years of experience (or equivalent) with one or more organizations in a position of leadership or position demonstrating leadership potential. Applicants holding a master’s or other advanced degrees from accredited colleges or universities are admissible. Decisions about admission to the program will be made on an individual basis by the MAL Admissions Committee. Admission is handled on a “rolling” basis, with students admitted at the beginning of the fall, spring, and summer terms. Selection of candidates will be made on the basis of an evaluation of each applicant’s: Previous college record Letters of recommendation Experience and organizational background Written statement Interview, if requested Application Checklist The following materials must be submitted to the Office of Admissions:  Completed application form 48       $35 non-refundable application fee (waived if online application is used) A 1-3 page statement relating the applicant’s career and life goals to leadership aspirations Recommendation letter from an immediate supervisor, assessing leadership potential Recommendation letter from a work colleague (at the same level) describing the applicant’s work style and leadership potential Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the regionally-accredited institution granting the Bachelor’s degree and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. Résumé Applicants may be asked to participate in an interview with graduate program faculty and/or staff members. For further information, contact: Office of Admissions, 612-330-1101, gradinfo@augsburg.edu or www.augsburg.edu/mal. Admission as an International Student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outline in Admission of International Students in the Graduate Admissions section. Academic Policies Academic Evaluation Courses not offered on the letter grading system are noted in the course descriptions in this catalog as being graded on P/N basis. In order to receive a grade of P, a student must achieve at least a grade of B. No more than two courses with a grade below B will count toward the degree. No more than two courses with a grade of or below B- can be repeated. In order to graduate, a student must have a cumulative graduate GPA of 3.0 or above. All required courses and the final projects must be successfully completed. A student registered for a final course may be permitted to participate in commencement but will not receive a diploma until all courses are successfully completed. Academic Probation and Dismissal Policies Students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average. If a student falls below a 3.0 average, the student will be placed on probation for the following term. A 3.0 cumulative grade point average must be restored in order for a student to be removed from probation. If a student receives a grade of N or 0.0 in a course, the student must petition successfully with the MAL director before being allowed to continue in the program. A plan for the student to follow would be outlined at that time. If a second grade of N or 0.0 is received, the student may be dismissed from the program. Students may also be dismissed for behavior detrimental to the program, such as a gross violation of University policy (as published in the Student Guide). Dismissal would occur only after established procedures were followed. MAL Program Enrollment Policy Students normally take either one or two courses per semester. Enrolling in two courses per semester (including summer semester) enables a student to complete the coursework in the program within two years. Students who are away from classes for one year or longer must complete an Application for Readmission and submit it to the Registrar’s Office. Students who have been out of the program for more than two years may, at the discretion of the program director, be required to take additional courses to refresh their understanding of the field. 49 Accreditation and Affiliation Augsburg is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditation, approvals, and memberships, in the Accreditation, Approvals and Memberships section. MAL Faculty Andrew Aoki, Professor of Political Science. BA, University of Oregon; MA, PhD, University of Wisconsin. John Benson, Professor Emeritus of Religion. BA, Augsburg University; BD, Luther Theological Seminary; MA, PhD, Columbia University. Thomas Berkas, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BCE, University of Minnesota, PhD University of Minnesota. Joseph A. Erickson, Professor of Education. BA, MA, University of St. Thomas; MA, Luther Seminary; PhD, University of Minnesota. Stephen K. Erickson, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BA, Augsburg University; JD, University of Minnesota. Vice President and Advanced Practitioner, Erickson Mediation Institute. Garry Hesser, Martin Olav Sabo Professor of Citizenship and Learning. BA, Phillips University; MDiv, Union Theological Seminary; MA, PhD, University of Notre Dame. Lucinda Hruska-Claeys, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BS, University of Minnesota; MA, Southern Illinois UniversityCarbondale; JD, University of Minnesota; MAL, Augsburg University. Attorney at Law and Vice President for Wells Fargo Bank (retired). David Lapakko, Associate Professor of Communication Studies. BA, Macalester College; MA, PhD, University of Minnesota. Velma J. Lashbrook, Assistant Professor of Leadership Studies. BS, Iowa State University; MS, Illinois State University; EdD, West Virginia University. Steven Manderscheid, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BS, St. Cloud State University; MS, University of Minnesota; EdD, University of St. Thomas. Chair, Department of Organizational Management, Concordia University. Marilyn S. McKnight Erickson, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BA, Augsburg University; MA, St. Mary's University; President and Advanced Practitioner, Erickson Mediation Institute, Mpls. Thomas Morgan, Professor of Business Administration. BS, Juniata College; MBA, University of Denver; MS, University of Oregon; PhD, University of Minnesota. Norma C. Noonan, Professor Emerita of Political Science and Leadership Studies, former Director of the Center for Leadership Studies and the MAL Program (1993-2011). BA, University of Pennsylvania; MA, PhD, Indiana University. Diane Pike, Professor of Sociology. AB, Connecticut College; PhD, Yale University. John S. Schmit, Professor of English. BS, St. John’s University; MA, University of New Orleans; PhD, The University of Texas-Austin. Alan Tuchtenhagen, Assistant Professor of Leadership Studies and Director of the Center for Leadership Studies and the MAL Program. BS, Westmar College; MA, University of Nebraska; DPA, Hamline University. Joseph Volker, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BA, University of California-Irvine; MA, PhD, University of Minnesota. Vice President and Practice Area Leader, MDA Leadership Consulting Inc. 50 Master of Arts in Nursing and Doctor of Nursing Practice Welcome to graduate nursing education at Augsburg University. Our classes are made up of students representing a dynamic mix of cultures, spiritual traditions, and life-ways. It is exciting for us to offer experienced nurses transforming educational opportunities and engaging transcultural encounters that expand career choices and advance nursing practice. The increasing diversity of our population today challenges all of us to respond to individual health care needs with creativity and competence in a variety of emerging care settings. The Master of Arts in Nursing (MAN) program is designed to prepare nurses for those evolving contexts of care. Students can choose between two tracks of study: Transcultural Nursing and Transformational Nursing Leadership. Each track of study emphasizes leadership skills, interprofessional collaboration and ways to serve persons in a variety of care settings. The post-master’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program prepares nurses for innovative health leadership and advanced nursing practice at local and system-wide levels. Drawing on a transcultural nursing (TCN) foundation, the DNP-TCN curriculum embraces integrative health care and holistic nursing practice to maximize health for individuals and communities. Emphasis is on eliminating health inequities through peaceful, just, and collaborative actions that uphold and improve human potential. Students design their own scholarly paths defined by their unique gifts, interests, and practice goals. Throughout the DNP-TCN program, there are a range of opportunities for collaboration across cultures, socio-economic strata and care systems. The post-BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) to DNP/Family Nurse Practitioner (DNP/FNP) track of study prepares nurses for advanced nursing leadership and integrative primary care of families across cultures and care settings. Using transcultural nursing as a foundation, the DNP/FNP curriculum embraces integrative healthcare and holistic nursing practice. The curriculum emphasizes knowledge, skills and values that foster one’s ability to lead change, while addressing health needs and concerns of families and communities. Nursing scholarship and advanced autonomous practice frame the critical exploration of knowledge in transcultural nursing, integrative healthcare practices, transformational leadership, and health assessment. Classes in both the DNP and MAN programs are offered on the Augsburg campus and at Bethel Lutheran Church in Rochester, MN, where our learning site is located. Class formats vary: face-to-face, video conferencing or immersions with on-line components. Program faculty and staff are available at both sites and eager to assist students. Joyce P. Miller, DNP, RN Lisa M. VanGetson, DNP, RN, FNP-C, APHN-BC Associate Professor Assistant Professor Chair, Department of Nursing Director, Doctor of Nursing Practice – Director, Master of Arts in Nursing Program Family Nurse Practitioner Program and Doctor of Nursing Practice Program Transcultural Nursing Track 51 Master of Arts in Nursing A master’s degree in nursing focuses on health in community life, both locally and globally, and supports students to envision new models of care across practice settings. Students select from two tracks of study—Transformational Nursing Leadership or Transcultural Nursing. Both tracks prepare nurse leaders to assume a wide variety of roles and responsibilities throughout the healthcare system and in emerging care settings in communities. Mission Within the context of liberal arts education and guided by the values of the Lutheran Church, the Master of Arts in Nursing program prepares nurses for transformational leadership and transcultural nursing practice across care settings with particular emphasis on promoting health equity locally and globally. Program Goals Graduates of the Master of Art in Nursing Program are prepared to:    Provide a foundation for the practice of transculturally competent nursing by synthesizing, integrating, and applying nursing research and theory in advanced nursing practice and leadership roles. Provide a sound scholarly foundation for transformative advanced nursing practice and leadership and further graduate study. Create and sustain a teaching-learning environment that promotes open scholarly exchange, personal growth, lifelong learning, leadership, and vocation of professional service in a global society. Program Outcomes        Students are able to synthesize, integrate, and apply nursing theory and research findings to advance nursing practice within a defined area. Students are prepared to assume leadership roles on inter-professional health care teams to coordinate, implement, and evaluate transcultural models of care. Students will apply transcultural guidelines to advocate for social justice, equity, and culturally competent practice. Scholarly exchange among students and faculty occurs through an open and supportive teaching-learning environment. Students will engage in experiential transcultural learning practica to enhance cultural competence among diverse populations. Faculty are adequately prepared to teach specific content in the master’s program. The curriculum is systematically evaluated and adapted to evolving changes in health care. Curriculum The MAN curriculum is organized into 33 semester credits –15 semester credits in a Nursing Core, in which all students enroll, and 18 semester credits in one of the two Tracks of Study. Practica are taken concurrently with most courses and are integrated throughout the program. Each semester credit of practicum is equal to 45 clock hours of practice. Students select a track of study when applying to the program, however, this is not essential until after one’s first semester. Students may study full-time (6-8 semester credits per term) or part-time (4 semester credits per term). Time to degree completion takes an average 22 months when studying full-time, and 32 months when studying part-time. Nursing Core Courses (15 semester credits) The core nursing courses integrate a strong foundation of social justice incorporating multiple ways of knowing with curricular emphasis on nursing science, art, and theory to guide practice. NUR 500 - Transcultural Health Care (3 semester credits) 52 NUR 500P - Practicum: Transcultural Health Care (1 semester credit) NUR 541 - Politics of Health (3 semester credits) NUR 541P - Practicum: Politics of Health Care (1 semester credit) NUR 505 - Theoretical Foundations for Advanced Nursing Practice (3 semester credits) NUR 505P - Practicum: Theoretical Foundations for Advanced Practice Nursing (1 semester credit) NUR 520 - Research Methods in Nursing (3 semester credits) NUR520P - Practicum: Research Methods in Nursing (1 semester credit, optional) Transformational Nursing Leadership Track (18 semester credits) The Transformational Nursing Leadership track is designed to develop nurse leaders’ ability to critically analyze, articulate, and develop effective strategies to cope with high level health care inequities. Curricular emphasis is on interprofessional collaboration across care settings. Participation in nursing leadership practica in traditional and emerging care settings adds depth and meaning to classroom dialogue. Practica also provide opportunities for students to apply knowledge and gain experience partnering with diverse care providers, populations, and communities to address health inequities in creative and relevant ways. Transformational Nursing Leadership track courses include: NUR 501 - Nursing Leadership in Complex Adaptive Systems (3 semester credits) NUR 501P - Practicum: Nursing Leadership in Complex Adaptive Systems (1 semester credit) NUR 521 - Transformational Nursing Leadership (3 semester credits) NUR 521P - Practicum: Transformational Nursing Leadership (1 semester credit) NUR 523 - Theory, Practice and Research Seminar (3 semester credits) NUR 523P - Practicum: Theory, Practice and Research Seminar (2 semester credits) NUR 525 - Graduate Field Project (3 semester credits) NUR 525P - Practicum: Graduate Field Project (2 semester credits) Students graduating from the Transformational Leadership Track of the master’s program are eligible to apply to the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for certification as a Nurse Executive, Advanced and to the Transcultural Nursing Certification Commission (TCNCC) for advanced certification in Transcultural Nursing. Graduate Field Project in Transformational Nursing Leadership Students will fulfill their Master of Arts in Nursing through a final practice-focused project, which serves as the capstone of the master’s program. The last two classes in the curriculum–NUR 523 and NUR 525—emphasize the development and articulation of a graduate field project focused on transformational leadership. Students present their final projects in NUR 525. Transcultural Nursing Across Care Settings Track (18 semester credits) The Transcultural Nursing track in the Master of Arts in Nursing program is designed to prepare nurses for advanced practice across care settings in culturally diverse communities. The curriculum is grounded in nursing science, theoryguided practice, and transcultural principles. Emphasis is on reaching out to persons and populations that are underserved by traditional care systems and who exist outside of the social mainstream. As such, the track provides rich alternative learning opportunities for graduate students locally and internationally. Transcultural Nursing Across Care Settings track courses include: NUR 532 - Transcultural Healing Practices and Self Care (3 semester credits) NUR 532P – Practicum: Transcultural Healing Practices and Self Care (1 semester credits) NUR 530 - The Power of Ritual and Ceremony for Healing (3 semester credits) NUR 530P – Practicum: The Power of Ritual and Ceremony for Healing (1 semester credits) NUR 523 - Theory, Practice and Research Seminar (3 semester credits) NUR 523P – Practicum: Theory, Practice and Research Seminar (2 semester credits) NUR 525 - Graduate Field Project (3 semester credits) NUR 525P - Graduate Field Project (2 semester credits) Students graduating from the Transcultural Nursing track of the master’s program are eligible to apply to the Transcultural Nursing Certification Commission (TCNCC) for advanced certification in Transcultural Nursing. 53 Graduate Field Project in Transcultural Nursing Students will fulfill their Master of Arts in Nursing through a final practice-focused project, which serves as the capstone of the master’s program. The last two classes in the curriculum—NUR 523 and NUR 525—emphasize the development and articulation of a graduate field project focused on transcultural nursing. Students present their final projects in NUR 525. Practica Practice experience is emphasized in both tracks in the Master of Arts in Nursing program. Students earn 9 semester credits of practicum work that is equal to 405 clock hours of practice—45 clock hours per semester credit hour. Some practica are semi-structured, experiential, and led by faculty and cultural guides familiar with the communities in which the practica occur. Other practica options are student directed. Students are encouraged to immerse themselves in practice settings that serve persons underserved or excluded from mainstream health care, as emphasis in the transcultural track is on cultural diversity and health inequities across healthcare settings. Practica focusing on experiential learning with a transformational nurse leader provides students with the opportunity to gain a greater understanding of organizational dynamics and change through a complexity science paradigm. Augsburg Central Health Commons & the Inner City A unique opportunity for students to explore advanced nursing roles and new models and forms of practice is provided by the Augsburg Central Health Commons, and the Health Commons in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood. Both Health Commons are nursing-led drop-in centers dedicated to serving those in need and focused on healthy individuals and communities. People from diverse backgrounds, who have health experiences grounded in wide ranging cultural contexts frequent the Health Commons for health support and reassurance. Service and care are based on respect, relationship, and collaboration that connects health and hope for all participants. Health Commons partners include Central Lutheran Church in downtown Minneapolis, Fairview Health Services, People’s Center, and the East Africa Health Project. Study Abroad and Away The Department of Nursing works closely with cultural guides and nurse mentors in various contexts of care in emerging care settings at home and abroad. The Center for Global Education is a partner with the Department of Nursing in developing and facilitating study abroad opportunities in Guatemala, Mexico, Namibia, Pine Ridge, SD, and England.. Additional collaborative partners include the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MOHSS) in Namibia. A detailed listing of practica and immersion experiences abroad and away can be found at the nursing website (www.augsburg.edu/nursing). For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Admission Requirements Applicants to the Master of Arts in Nursing program must have:        An earned Bachelor’s degree in nursing from a regionally accredited college or university, or an Associate of Science degree in nursing in addition to a non-nursing bachelor’s degree A cumulative GPA of 3.0 in all previous college coursework Experience as a registered nurse A current, unencumbered nursing license Evidence of up-to-date immunizations and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) training A Criminal Background check A college level statistics course is required for progression in the program, but is not necessary for admission 54 Decisions about admission to the program will be made by the Graduate Nursing Faculty on an individual basis. Admissions are handled throughout the year, with students being admitted at the beginning of the fall (September), spring (January), and summer (May) semesters. Application components:      A written statement describing professional and educational goals Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the regionally-accredited institution granting the Bachelor’s degree and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. Two letters of recommendation addressing the applicant’s character and ability for graduate study Current resume An interview with graduate program faculty and/or staff members may be requested. Admission as an International Student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. For more information, refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students in the Graduate Admissions section. (www.augsburg.edu/grad/international) Academic Policies Evaluation of academic performance in the Master of Arts in Nursing program will be based on letter grades. See detailed information in the Academic Programs and Policies Attendance Policy Class attendance is expected and should be considered a key responsibility, not only to one’s self, but to one’s classmates and the course instructor. Instructors may lower grades if attendance and participation is lacking. Individual syllabi will contain individual instructors’ requirements. Because classes are held in Rochester and Minneapolis, students must prepare to drive to class at least once per semester. NUR 523 and NUR 525 meet all Face-to-Face and students are required to drive to Rochester and Minneapolis on a rotating schedule. Academic Probation and Dismissal Policies Students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average in the MAN program. If a student falls below a 3.0 average, the student will be placed on probation for the following term. A 3.0 cumulative grade point average must be restored in order for a student to be removed from probation. If a student receives a grade of B- or less in a course, the student must petition successfully to the faculty of the Master of Arts in Nursing program before being allowed to continue in the program. A plan for the student to follow would be outlined at that time. If a second grade of B- or less is received, the student may be dismissed from the program. Students may also be dismissed for behavior detrimental to the program, such as a gross violation of University policy as published in the Student Guide. Dismissal would occur only after established procedures were followed. Credit for Prior Education Students may petition the Master of Arts in Nursing faculty for approval of transfer of credit. Transfer credits will be evaluated on an individual basis. The only courses that will be considered for transfer credit are those earned from regionally accredited colleges and universities, whose course content is comparable to course content in the Master of Arts in Nursing program. No more than nine semester credits will be accepted for transfer credit. 55 Schedules for Classes Master’s classes are taught in a hybrid format combining in-class and web-based instruction to meet the needs of working adults. Fall and spring classes meet 6 times per semester for 5 hour periods. Some summer classes may meet weekly for 7-8 hours for 7 weeks and others meet six times per semester. Video conferencing technology using Zoom is used to connect students in Rochester, MN, with students in Minneapolis. Some driving for class is required, as students from Rochester will travel to Minneapolis one time per semester and students from Minneapolis will travel to Rochester one time per semester, with the exception of NUR 523 and NUR 525. If weather is inclement, Zoom technology is used. Classes in Rochester meet at Bethel Lutheran Church at 810 3rd Ave SE, Rochester, MN. Practica are additional to courses. Students enroll in practica concurrently with enrollment in courses. Accreditation and Affiliations The Master of Arts in Nursing program is fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Augsburg is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see the listing in the Accreditation Approvals, and Memberships section. Faculty Kathleen Clark, Instructor and Director of the Augsburg Central Health Commons and Health Commons at CedarRiverside, BSN University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire; MA in Nursing, Augsburg University; DNP, Augsburg University. Kaija Freborg, Assistant Professor of Nursing. BSN, University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire; MA in Nursing, Augsburg University; DNP, Augsburg University. Cheryl Leuning, Professor of Nursing, BA, Augustana College; MS-PHN, University of Minnesota; PhD, University of Utah. Joyce Miller, Associate Professor of Nursing, Chair of the Department of Nursing, and Director of Graduate MAN and DNP-TCN Programs. ADN, Rochester State Junior College; BSN, Augsburg University; MA in Nursing, Augsburg University; DNP, Augsburg University. Deborah Schuhmacher, Assistant Professor of Nursing. BSN, University of North Dakota; MA in Nursing, Augsburg University; DNP, Augsburg University. Staff Sharon Wade, Nursing Programs Coordinator. BA, Augsburg University. Linden Gawboy, Nursing Programs Administrative Assistant. 56 Doctor of Nursing Practice – Transcultural Nursing (TCN) Leadership Track The Transcultural Nursing Leadership track is a post-masters doctoral degree with an emphasis on transcultural nursing leadership. As a post-master’s program, the DNP-TCN track of study prepares nurses for advanced leadership and practice roles in Transcultural Nursing (TCN). Mission Within the framework of liberal arts education and guided by the values of the Lutheran Church, the post-master’s Doctor of Nursing Practice program, TCN Leadership track of study prepares nurses for advanced transcultural nursing leadership in communities in order to maximize health through peaceful, just, and collaborative actions that uphold and improve human potential across care settings and care systems, with emphasis on eliminating health inequities locally and globally. Program Goals Graduates of the Doctor of Nursing Practice program are prepared to:    Negotiate the complexity of multicultural care settings and care systems to eliminate health inequities among populations and communities Challenge conventional knowledge about illness through an ecological approach to social determinants of health Lead change through building coalitions with marginalized people that are based on mutuality and common cause Program Outcomes        Students are able to synthesize, integrate, and apply nursing science with knowledge from other disciplines to design, implement, and evaluate evidence-based practice to improve healthcare outcomes in emerging care settings. Students are prepared to lead interprofessional health care teams in creating and sustaining change at the organizational and policy levels. Students will interpret and employ transcultural advocacy skills to promote health of the global community through local action. Scholarly exchange occurs among students and faculty through an open and supportive teaching-learning environment. Students will translate transcultural learning experiences and knowledge to influence current and future practice issues. Faculty are adequately prepared to teach specific content in the doctoral program. The curriculum is systematically evaluated and adapted to evolving changes in health care. Program Structure The program is structured in a modified cohort model. One cohort a year will be admitted to begin in the fall term. Students can choose to take full or part-time study. Students taking full-time study take two didactic offerings, two seminars, and a practicum each semester. Students in full-time study can complete the post-master’s DNP-TCN curriculum in 20 months, including completion of the DNP project. Students selecting part-time study take one didactic offering, one seminar and a practicum each semester. As a part-time student, completion of the program is expected to take 32 months, including completion of the DNP project. The DNP curriculum is organized into 33 semester credits comprised of didactic classes, experiential practica, and seminars, with a DNP project completing the degree. As a practice doctorate, the emphasis is on building leadership and practice skills in knowledge application among diverse population groups. The goal is to improve health and decrease health inequities that lead to unnecessary morbidity and mortality in communities. 57 Students graduating from the DNP-TCN track are eligible to apply to the Transcultural Nursing Certification Commission (TCNCC) for advanced certification in Transcultural Nursing. Didactic A total of six didactic courses (18 semester credits) constitute the DNP program. One course equals three semester credits. The DNP courses (NUR 800 level), are taught in a variety of immersion models: one format is two days a month eight hours of class time, followed by a half-day morning seminar. Other courses are offered in an immersion format of two days of class per semester with three half-day seminars. Some of the classes will incorporate Zoom technology. Class attendance is expected and should be considered a key responsibility, not only to one’s self, but to one’s classmates and the course instructor. Classes are held on Augsburg’s campus in Minneapolis and an additional learning site in Rochester, MN, at Bethel Lutheran Church (810 3rd Ave SE). Video conferencing using Zoom technology is used for some of the classes and for distant students. However, students must be prepared to drive to Rochester and/or Minneapolis for class at least once per semester. If weather is inclement, Zoom technology is used. Practica Practica are organized to give flexibility and individual choice to students to support their increasing independence and depth of practice experience at the doctoral level. Students select practicum experiences that are either structured immersions in a variety of cultural contexts led by nursing faculty or are student initiated and individually directed experiences mentored by nursing faculty. In a 15-week semester, practicum hours are computed as follows:    1 semester credit hour = 2 semester credit hours = 3 semester credit hours = 45 clock hours of practicum time per semester 90 clock hours of practicum time per semester 135 clock hours of practicum time per semester To earn the DNP, students must complete a total of 1,000 practicum hours in their Master’s and DNP programs. Students will be allowed to transfer up to 600 practicum hours from their master’s in nursing into the Augsburg DNP. As such, all students will register for at least nine semester credits of practica in the post-master’s DNP-TCN. Study Abroad and Away The Department of Nursing works closely with cultural guides and nurse mentors in various contexts of care in emerging care settings at home and abroad. The Center for Global Education and Experience is a partner with the Department of Nursing in developing and facilitating study abroad opportunities in Guatemala, Mexico, Namibia, Pine Ridge, SD, and England. Additional collaborative partners include the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MOHSS) in Namibia. A detailed listing of practica and immersion experiences abroad and away can be found at the nursing website (www.augsburg.edu/nursing). Seminars Seminars focus on integration of conceptual learning with field practice, developing the student’s particular practice interests. Students are required to participate in a doctoral seminar every semester —fall and spring—until completion of the DNP degree. Cohorts of students who enter the DNP program together usually progress as a group in the seminars in which they enroll each semester, depending on whether they are studying full-time or part-time. The final seminar (NUR 841) culminates in the DNP project presentation and completion of the requirements for the DNP degree. Final DNP Project Final DNP projects must make a significant impact on nursing practice and health outcomes of populations and communities, demonstrate an evidence-based contribution to existing nursing knowledge, and be suitable for presentation or publication in a peer-reviewed venue. Through this scholarly project students demonstrate leadership in synthesizing and applying scientific knowledge to practice challenges in local and/or system wide contexts of care. Students should begin working on their DNP projects in the early stages of the DNP program and continue throughout the program. The student’s scholarly project is planned in collaboration with a major faculty advisor. 58 For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Admission to the DNP-TCN Applicants to the Doctor of Nursing Practice TCN program must have:        An earned master’s degree in nursing from a regionally-accredited institution A GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 grading scale in master’s in nursing program A current unencumbered RN license to practice in the US. Evidence of a completed graduate research course Evidence of up-to-date immunizations Satisfactory results of a certified federal criminal background check A current Curriculum Vitae Decisions about admission to the program will be made on an individual basis. Selection of candidates will be made on the basis of an evaluation of the following items for each applicant:     A 2-3 page professional essay responding to an excerpt from Wendell Berry’s essay, “Health in Membership.” Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from each regionally-accredited institution where a degree was earned, as well as from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. Three professional references A successful, personal interview with Augsburg Nursing faculty The number of applicants admitted to the DNP program will be limited and based on availability of faculty members who share a student’s practice interests and goals. Meeting the minimum admission criteria does not ensure that an applicant will be admitted to the program. Applicants who have graduated from a foreign nursing program, should submit their coursework for validation to the World Education Service (WES) or the National Association of Credential Evaluators (NACES) and have the reports sent directly to Augsburg University. Additionally, internationally-educated applicants may request the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS) (www.cgfns.org) to forward their educational credentials report to the Minnesota State Board of Nursing. Once their credentials are verified, applicants must apply for licensure and demonstrate successful passing of the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). Nurses who have previously submitted CGFNS credential verification in a state other than Minnesota, who have passed the NCLEX, will be considered for admission and must meet the same residency requirements expected of all students. Applicants whose first language is not English must submit score evidence from TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score report of 80 on the Internet Based TOEFL (iBT) with a subscore of 20 on the written and 20 on the speaking sections. See Graduate Admissions for more information. (www.augsburg.edu/grad/international) Academic Policies Evaluation of academic performance in the DNP program will be based on letter grades. See detailed information in the Academic Programs and Policies Attendance Policy Class attendance is expected and should be considered a key responsibility, not only to one’s self, but to one’s classmates and the course instructor. Instructors may lower grades if attendance and participation is lacking. Individual 59 syllabi will contain individual instructors’ requirements. Because classes are held in Rochester and Minneapolis, students must prepare to drive to class at least once per semester. Academic Probation and Dismissal Policies Students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average in the DNP program. If a student falls below a 3.0 average, the student will be placed on probation for the following term. A 3.0 cumulative grade point average must be restored in order for a student to be removed from probation. If a student receives a grade of B- or less in a course, the student must petition successfully to the faculty of the DNP program before being allowed to continue in the program. A plan for the student to follow would be outlined at that time. If a second grade of B- or less is received, the student may be dismissed from the program. Students may also be dismissed for behavior detrimental to the program, such as a gross violation of University policy as published in the Student Guide. Dismissal would occur only after established procedures were followed. Accreditation The Doctor of Nursing Practice program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Augsburg is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see the listing in the Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships section. Faculty Kathleen Clark, Instructor and Director of the Augsburg Central Health Commons and Health Commons at CedarRiverside, BSN University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire; MA in Nursing, Augsburg University; DNP, Augsburg University. Kaija Freborg, Assistant Professor of Nursing. BSN, University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire; MA in Nursing, Augsburg University; DNP, Augsburg University. Cheryl Leuning, Professor of Nursing, BA, Augustana College; MS-PHN, University of Minnesota; PhD, University of Utah. Kristin McHale, Assistant Professor of Nursing, Director of the BSN Program, Rochester. BSN Winona State University, MA in Nursing, Augsburg University; DNP, Augsburg University. Joyce Miller, Associate Professor of Nursing, Chair of the Department of Nursing, and Director of Graduate MAN and DNP-TCN Programs. ADN, Rochester State Junior College; BSN, Augsburg University; MA in Nursing, Augsburg University; DNP, Augsburg University. Deborah Schuhmacher, Assistant Professor of Nursing. BSN, University of North Dakota; MA in Nursing, Augsburg University; DNP, Augsburg University. Lisa Van Getson, Assistant Professor, Director, DNP-FNP Program, BSN, College of St. Teresa, Winona, MN; MA, St. Catherine University, St. Paul, MN; MAN, FNP, Winona State University; DNP, Augsburg University. Staff Sharon Wade, Nursing Programs Coordinator, BA, Augsburg University. Linden Gawboy, Nursing Programs Administrative Assistant. 60 Doctor of Nursing Practice – Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Track The Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner is a post-BSN Doctor of Nursing Practice program focused on the primary care of families. The curriculum emphasizes knowledge, skills and values that foster one’s ability to lead change, while addressing health needs and concerns of families and communities. Nursing scholarship and advanced autonomous practice as a primary care Nurse Practitioner, frames the critical exploration of knowledge in transcultural nursing, integrative healthcare practices, transformational leadership, and health assessment. Mission Within the framework of liberal arts education and guided by the values of the Lutheran Church, the post-BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) to DNP/FNP track of study prepares nurses for advanced nursing leadership and integrative primary care of families across cultures and care settings. Emphasis is on eliminating health inequities through peaceful, just, and collaborative actions that uphold and improve human potential. Program Goals Graduates of the Doctor of Nursing Practice/Family Nurse Practitioner program are prepared to:      Negotiate the complexity of multicultural care settings and care systems to eliminate health inequities among populations and communities. Challenge conventional knowledge about illness through an ecological approach to social determinants of health. Lead change through building coalitions with marginalized people that are based on mutuality and common cause. Provide primary care to persons, families and communities with particular consideration for those who are underserved and/or marginalized by dominant societal structures. Integrate scientific evidence based guidelines into clinical practice. Program Outcomes          Students are able to synthesize, integrate, and apply nursing science with knowledge from other disciplines to design, implement, and evaluate evidence-based practice to improve healthcare outcomes in emerging care settings. Students are prepared to lead interprofessional health care teams in creating and sustaining change at the organizational and policy levels. Students will interpret and employ transcultural advocacy skills to promote health of the global community through local action. Scholarly exchange occurs among students and faculty through an open and supportive teaching-learning environment. Students will translate transcultural learning experiences and knowledge to influence current and future practice issues. Faculty are adequately prepared to teach specific content in the doctoral program. The curriculum is systematically evaluated and adapted to evolving changes in health care. Students are able to assess, treat, and manage disease process in order to promote wellness among patients and families across the lifespan. Students are eligible to apply for certification as a licensed Family Nurse Practitioner upon graduation. Program Structure The program is structured to admit students beginning each fall semester. Students take courses on a full-time basis during the completion of their 500 level courses, pre-FNP 800 level courses, and during the didactic and clinical courses in the FNP program. 61 Length of program: The Post-BSN to DNP/FNP track of study leads to eligibility for certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and requires a minimum of 83 semester credit hours, including 56 didactic credit hours and 23 clinical credit hours. Didactic A total of 19 didactic courses (56 semester credits) constitute the DNP/FNP program. Didactic classes, structured practica, and clinical experiences are taught in a variety of flexible schedules that are responsive to student needs. 500 level courses consist of six classes a semester - five hours of class time, in addition to taking a one credit practicum course associated with the didactic course. The DNP courses (NUR 800 level), are taught in a variety of immersion models: one format is two days a month - eight hours of class time for the first day and four hours the subsequent morning. Other courses are offered in an immersion format of two days of class per semester with 3 half-day seminars. The FNP courses (final two years of study) are offered on Monday and Tuesday or Thursday and Friday, approximately six times a semester, class time hours will vary from 8 to 12 hours. Web-based assignments are integrated into all classes through Moodle. Community practicum experiences may be scheduled during the class meeting days as well. Additionally, some courses may be taught in an immersion format, where students and faculty are “immersed” in a unique socio-cultural context and course content and a set number of practicum hours are condensed into seven to fourteen days. Class attendance is expected and should be considered a key responsibility, not only to one’s self, but to one’s classmates and the course instructor. Classes are held on Augsburg’s campus in Minneapolis and in Rochester, MN, at Bethel Lutheran Church (810 3rd Ave SE) the location of Augsburg’s learning site or at Hermitage Farm Center for Healing, 6415 West River Road NW, Rochester, MN. Video conferencing using Zoom technology is used for some of the classes. However, students must be prepared to drive to Rochester and/or Minneapolis for classes. If weather is inclement, Zoom technology is used. Practica (for DNP courses) / Clinicals (for FNP courses) Practica are organized to give flexibility and individual choice to students to support their increasing independence and depth of practice experience at the doctoral level. Students select practicum experiences that are either structured immersions in a variety of cultural contexts led by nursing faculty or that are student initiated and individually directed experiences mentored by nursing faculty. FNP clinical sites will be arranged by clinical faculty. In a 15-week semester, practicum hours are computed as follows:    1 semester credit hour = 45 clock hours of practicum time per semester 2 semester credit hours = 90 clock hours of practicum time per semester 3 semester credit hours = 135 clock hours of practicum time per semester To earn the DNP/FNP, students must complete a total of 1,035 practicum hours. Students will be allowed to transfer up to 400 practicum hours from their master’s in nursing. To complete the DNP/FNP, students must complete 630 clinical hours (530 hours of primary care of the adult and 100 hours of primary care of children and women’s health and 35 clinical for integrative health). As such, all students will register for at least 23 semester credits of practica. Seminars Seminars focus on integration of conceptual learning with field practice developing the student’s particular practice interest. Students are required to participate in a total of four one-semester-credit doctoral seminars during the DNP/FNP program. The final seminar culminates in the project presentation and completion of the requirements for the DNP degree. Study Abroad and Away The Department of Nursing works closely with cultural guides and nurse mentors in various contexts of care in emerging care settings at home and abroad. The Center for Global Education and Experience is a partner with the Department of Nursing in developing and facilitating study abroad opportunities in Guatemala, Mexico, Namibia, Pine Ridge, SD, and England. Additional collaborative partners include the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MOHSS) in Namibia. A 62 detailed listing of practica and immersion experiences abroad and away can be found at the nursing website (www.augsburg.edu/nursing). Final DNP/FNP Project Final DNP/FNP projects must make a significant impact on nursing practice and health outcomes of populations and communities, demonstrate an evidence-based contribution to existing nursing knowledge, and be suitable for presentation or publication in a peer-reviewed venue. Through this scholarly project students demonstrate leadership in synthesizing and applying scientific knowledge to practice challenges in local and/or system wide contexts of care. Students should begin working on their DNP/FNP projects in the early stages of the program and continue throughout. The student’s scholarly project is planned in collaboration with a major faculty advisor. For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Admission to the DNP/FNP Applicants to the Doctor of Nursing Practice FNP program must have:                A completed application form and payment of application fee. An earned baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN or BAN), master’s degree in nursing, or a doctor of nursing practice (DNP), from a nationally accredited institution and a nationally accredited nursing program. A minimum of five years active and current clinical practice as a Registered Nurse. Evidence of current unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse. MN license required. Other state licenses will be required for clinical rotations. Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from each regionally-accredited institution where a degree was earned, as well as from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. GPA of 3.0 from previous baccalaureate nursing program; GPA of 3.2 from previous masters in nursing program or DNP program. Three professional letters of recommendation. A 2-3 page professional essay responding to a posted question on the admission application. Documentation verifying the number of practice hours completed in a nationally accredited graduate nursing program, if applicable. (A maximum of 400 practice hours may be transferred into the DNP/FNP tract of study from a nationally accredited master’s in nursing program.) A current Curriculum Vitae. Successful personal interview with Augsburg Nursing Faculty. Evidence of a completed undergraduate statistics course (within the last 5 years) on an official transcript before enrolling in the Nursing Research course (NUR520) & the associated practicum (NUR520P). Evidence of up to date immunizations per Department/University requirements Evidence of HIPAA training. Satisfactory results of a certified federal criminal background check at time of admission and annually thereafter; additional testing may be required for clinical placement, e.g., alcohol, drug testing, HIV testing, etc. The number of applicants admitted to the DNP/FNP program will be limited and based on availability of faculty members that share a student’s practice interests and goals. Meeting the minimum admission criteria does not ensure that an applicant will be admitted to the program. The above Admission Criteria are current as of April 2017 and are subject to change. Applicants who have graduated from a foreign nursing program, should submit their coursework for validation to the World Education Service (WES) or the National Association of Credential Evaluators (NACES) and have the reports sent 63 directly to Augsburg University. Additionally, internationally-educated applicants may request the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS) (www.cgfns.org) to forward their educational credentials report to the Minnesota State Board of Nursing. Once their credentials are verified, applicants must apply for licensure and demonstrate successful passing of the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). Nurses who have previously submitted CGFNS credential verification in a state other than Minnesota, who have passed the NCLEX, will be considered for admission and must meet the same residency requirements expected of all students. Applicants whose first language is not English must submit score evidence from TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score report of 80 on the Internet Based TOEFL (iBT) with a subscore of 20 on the written and 20 on the speaking sections. See Graduate Admissions for more information. (www.augsburg.edu/grad/international) Academic Policies Evaluation of academic performance in the DNP program will be based on letter grades. See detailed information in the Academic Programs and Policies Attendance Policy Class attendance is expected and should be considered a key responsibility, not only to one’s self, but to one’s classmates and the course instructor. Instructors may lower grades if attendance and participation is lacking. Individual syllabi will contain individual instructors’ requirements. Because classes are held in Rochester and Minneapolis, students must prepare to drive to class at least once per semester. Academic Probation and Dismissal Policies Students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average in the DNP program. If a student falls below a 3.0 average, the student will be placed on probation for the following term. A 3.0 cumulative grade point average must be restored in order for a student to be removed from probation. The grading scale in the DNP-FNP courses require students to achieve a grade of a B+. If a student receives a grade of a B or less, the student must petition to the faculty of the DNP program before being allowed to continue in the program. If a second grade of a B or less is received, the student may be dismissed from the program. Students may also be dismissed for behavior detrimental to the program, such as a gross violation of University policy as published in the Student Guide. Dismissal would occur only after established procedures were followed. Accreditation The Doctor of Nursing Practice program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), which has accredited the Master of Arts in Nursing and the Bachelor of Science in Nursing programs at Augsburg. Augsburg is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see the listing in the Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships section. Faculty Kathleen Clark, Instructor and Director of the Augsburg Central Health Commons and Health Commons at CedarRiverside, BSN University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire; MA in Nursing, Augsburg University; DNP, Augsburg University. Kaija Freborg, Assistant Professor of Nursing. BSN, University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire; MA in Nursing, Augsburg University; DNP, Augsburg University. Dawn Kaderabek, Instructor. BSN, Augsburg University; MSN-FNP, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Cheryl Leuning, Professor of Nursing, BA, Augustana College; MS-PHN, University of Minnesota; PhD, University of Utah. 64 Joyce Miller, Associate Professor of Nursing, Chair of the Department of Nursing, and Director of Graduate MAN and DNP-TCN Programs. ADN, Rochester State Junior College; BSN, Augsburg University; MA in Nursing, Augsburg University; DNP, Augsburg University. Deborah Schuhmacher, Assistant Professor of Nursing. BSN, University of North Dakota; MA in Nursing, Augsburg University; DNP, Augsburg University. Lisa Van Getson, Assistant Professor, Director, DNP-FNP Program, BSN, College of St. Teresa, Winona, MN; MA, St. Catherine University, St. Paul, MN; MAN, FNP, Winona State University; DNP, Augsburg University. Staff Sharon Wade, Nursing Programs Coordinator. BA, Augsburg University. Linden Gawboy, Nursing Programs Administrative Assistant. 65 Master of Business Administration Embarking on a graduate degree program is an exciting and challenging decision. The Augsburg MBA is a rigorous and intensive educational experience. The Augsburg MBA is practical and “hands-on,” focusing on applicable skills and knowledge designed to increase your ability to think, analyze and act. Augsburg MBA students all work on a consulting project with a local business where they apply what they’ve learned in the classroom to a real-world business problem. The Augsburg MBA also provides students a unique opportunity to investigate business cultures and practices through a faculty-led international experience. Our curriculum integrates the global experience of our faculty and reflects Augsburg’s mission of developing leaders grounded in values, purpose, and vocation. The Augsburg MBA is a proven accelerated cohort-based program focused on three learning modules: Personal and Professional Development, Quantitative Decision Making, and Value Creation, all built on a foundation of ethical decision-making. We encourage our students to challenge themselves, their classmates and professors to bring a new and expanded focus of the world through guided reflection and examination. Augsburg MBA students are chosen because they exhibit purpose and direction in their careers and lives, and positive engagement with their community and associates. Our MBA graduates make a difference. We invite you to become part of a growing community of Augsburg MBA alumni. Bruce E. Batten, Ph.D. Director, Master of Business Administration Program MBA Mission - “Prepare Students for Meaningful Work” Our mission is to prepare students for meaningful work by developing their decision-making skills, critical thinking and by transforming them into effective managers and leaders in service to others. The program aspires to provide an outstanding student-centered education that produces graduates who are critically astute, technically proficient, and who understand the moral and ethical consequences of their decisions on their organization and on the world. Accreditation The Augsburg MBA is a candidate for accreditation with the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). Augsburg is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see the listing in the Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships section. MBA Program Overview Today’s business leader must be able to quickly analyze situations and information and critically analyze alternatives and courses of action. The purpose of the Augsburg MBA is to prepare students to accept greater responsibility in organizations facing this dynamic and fast-evolving business culture. The curriculum of the MBA gives students the ability to think critically and ethically as they face the increased challenges of a global business environment. Quality, individual initiative, ethics, and teamwork are hallmarks of the Augsburg MBA. We have a commitment to continually improve students’ experiences and learning in the program. Our faculty is uniquely qualified to bridge theory and realworld application, giving MBA students opportunities to acquire skills and knowledge in a variety of disciplines. Plan of Study The Augsburg MBA is an accelerated, evening program that allows working professionals to complete an MBA degree in approximately 24 months. This is accomplished by using a cohort model in which students follow a predetermined schedule with classes meeting one night a week. Students in a cohort program model stay together as a group through the sequence of classes for the duration of the program. This provides a continuous, collaborative learning process. The cohort environment fosters a cohesive learning community where students learn from each another, mentor each other, and peer coach. You’ll share diverse 66 professional expertise and experience as you work in teams on projects, case studies, presentations, and simulations, both inside and outside of class. Working both individually and in small groups enables you to enhance your strengths, build your skills, expand your business acumen, and improve your decision-making. Together as a community you’ll build personal, social, and academic abilities. Adult learners bring a wealth of work and personal life experiences with them into the classroom, multiplying the opportunities for learning. The personal connections and relationships you build with fellow students and faculty will extend into an important and valuable network as you take your career to new levels. Credit for Prior Learning Up to nine credits may be waived through prior business coursework (with director/faculty approval) or certain professional credentials (with appropriate documentation). Consult the MBA program office for details. Students who have passed the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) or Certified Management Accountants (CMA) exam may be waived from MBA 520, Accounting for Managers. Students with prior academic coursework that meets the following criteria may be waived from eligible core courses.  Completion of at least two undergraduate courses covering corresponding Augsburg MBA core course material (See department for Equivalency details).  The most recent of the undergraduate courses was taken within the past five years and a second course within seven years.  A grade of B (or 3.0 on 4 point scale) or higher was earned in any course considered for a course waiver.  Course(s) must be taken at an approved, regionally-accredited institution.  Acceptance of core course waivers implies the student accepts the responsibility for having the essential knowledge and understanding of the core course material, and is properly prepared for any future core or elective course for which the waived course was a prerequisite. Academic credit is not awarded for any waived course, nor will the course appear on academic transcripts. Academic Calendar The Augsburg MBA is designed as a year-round program. Courses are offered during fall, spring, and summer semesters. Courses are offered consecutively during each term so students are able to concentrate on one subject at a time. The program is designed to have students take at least two courses per term. Official academic calendars and the MBA registration policies can be found at www.augsburg.edu/registrar. The unique cohort model of the Augsburg MBA requires individual schedules for each cohort. These schedules are provided by the MBA department. The Faculty-Led International Experience Each year, all current MBA students are offered the opportunity to participate in a faculty-led international experience. This trip is taken in conjunction with either of these courses: MBA 565 - Managing in a Global Environment or MBA 595 Strategic Management. Students will travel as a group to an international location, visit businesses, participate in faculty lectures, and learn about the culture and traditions of the countries visited. Each MBA student should have two opportunities during their matriculation in the program to participate. Costs can vary; but as a minimum, trips normally include tuition (for the course selected), lodging, and travel in-country, as well as some meals. Program Requirements The Augsburg MBA requires 42 semester credits for degree completion. Augsburg MBA courses are three semester credits each. Each three semester credit course consists of 28-32 hours of in-class instruction and 5 ½ - 9 ½ hours of online instruction per week through a web-based electronic course management system. A total of 14 courses are required for the Augsburg MBA. There are 12 required courses and 2 electives. MBA Program Sequence Semester 1: 67 MBA 592 - Leadership: Ethics, Vision and Transformation MBA 545 - Organizational Behavior Semester 2: MBA 540 - Business and Professional Ethics MBA 560 - Communication Issues in Management Semester 3: MBA 570 - Quantitative Decision-Making for Managers MBA 520 - Accounting for Business Managers Semester 4: MBA 530 - Managerial Finance MBA 510 - Applied Managerial Economics Semester 5: MBA 550 - Marketing Management MBA 595 - Strategic Management Semester 6: MBA 565 - Managing in a Global Environment MBA 580 - Management Consulting Project Elective 1 Semester 7: MBA 580 - Management Consulting Project (begins in semester 6) Elective 2 Electives Students are required to take two electives. For the general MBA, students may take any two additional MBA, MBC, or MAL courses. Students electing to complete a concentration in either Finance or Leadership will complete their electives in the concentration. Finance Concentration MBC 532 - Investment Theory and Portfolio Management MBC 535 - International Finance Leadership Concentration Any two MAL electives from the Master of Arts in Leadership program Student Learning Experience Student Learning Experiences are meant to integrate the material from the three modules: Personal & Professional Development (SLE 1), Quantitative Analysis & Decision Making (SLE 2), and Value Creation (SLE 3). SLE 1 is embedded in MBA 540 Business Ethics, MBA 545 Organizational Behavior, and MBA 592 Leadership: Ethics, Vision and Transformation. SLE 2 is embedded across the MBA curriculum. SLE 3 is a single course, MBA 580 Management Consulting Project. For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Locations and Schedules MBA classes are offered at two locations: Augsburg’s Minneapolis campus and Augsburg’s Rochester campus. Cohorts begin three times per academic year at Augsburg’s Minneapolis campus: September, January, and May. In Rochester, cohorts begin in September and May. Orientation for new cohorts is generally scheduled for one to two weeks in advance of the beginning of classes. For more information on class schedules, go to www.augsburg.edu/mba or call the Office of Admissions at 612-330-1101. 68 Admission to the Augsburg MBA Program Admission to the Augsburg MBA program is determined by a committee decision. The committee may include MBA program staff, Business Administration Department faculty, and Office of Admissions staff. Admission Requirements Applicants to the MBA program must have:    Bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited four-year institution Minimum of two years of relevant work experience Personal interview with the MBA program director Admission checklist The following materials must be submitted to the Office of Admissions:        Completed application—Apply online at www.augsburg.edu/mba $35 application fee Two personal statements Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the regionally-accredited institution granting the Bachelor’s degree and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. Current résumé of work history Two confidential letters of recommendation MBA Math (optional for admission; passing score required for some courses) Admission as an International Student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students in the Graduate Admissions section. Admission as a Transfer Student Students may apply to Augsburg as a transfer student. Transfer students follow the same procedure as new applicants. Transfer students may receive up to 9 semester credits in transfer. (See Evaluation of Transfer Credit in Academic Programs and policies.) Students must complete no fewer than 21 semester credits at Augsburg in order to receive their MBA degree from Augsburg University. All students must complete the Management Consulting project (MBA 580) to graduate. Eligible coursework must be approved by the MBA program director before transfer credit will be granted. Academic Policies MBA Program Enrollment Policy Students are strongly encouraged to remain in their cohort and complete their MBA program as scheduled. Adjustments or modifications to the MBA schedule require the approval of the MBA program director. All students are required to complete all components of the program within five years of matriculation. Extensions beyond five years will be considered on the basis of petition to the MBA director. Students who leave the program for more than one semester must request a leave of absence in writing from the MBA program. A leave of absence may be granted for one calendar year. Students who return to the program after a leave of one year or more must fill out an 69 Application for Readmission form and submit it to the MBA office. Time spent on an official MBA-approved leave of absence will not count toward the five-year deadline for degree completion. Academic Evaluation The grading scale used for the evaluation of academic performance in the MBA program is an A-F scale, with the exception of MBA580, which is pass/no pass only. For complete information on grading and evaluation, see Academic Programs and Policies. Withdrawal from Class For information regarding the last date on which students may withdraw from a class and receive a “W” on their records, refer to the academic calendar at www.augsburg.edu/registrar. Attendance Policies Student attendance at scheduled class meetings is a priority and required. However, MBA faculty understand that MBA students are working adults with significant responsibilities who, on occasion, face unforeseen situations that may interfere with attendance. Students should notify the faculty member teaching the course as soon as possible. When the student knows in advance of a class date where a potential conflict exists, they must discuss the proposed missed class with the faculty member prior to the date of the class. Students are responsible for the work covered during that class session and for making appropriate arrangements for obtaining handouts, lecture content, or other materials. Faculty members may assign appropriate independent work to insure that the student understands the material covered during the class session. If appropriate and acceptable coordination is carried out by the student, there need not be any grade reduction for a single missed class session. This may be dependent on assignments due on the date of the missed class; e.g., final project presentations or team presentations. Point/grade reductions for unexcused absences are the prerogative of the faculty. Two missed class sessions, excused or unexcused, may be grounds for directing the student to withdraw from the course. More than two absences, excused or unexcused, require that a student withdraw from the class. Degree Requirements To be conferred the MBA degree, students must achieve the following:    Passing score on all modules of MBA math (http://mbamath.com/). MBA math contains modules in accounting, economics, finance, statistics, and spreadsheets Successful completion of MBA courses with a grade of B or above No more than two courses with a grade of B- or below, and with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher at the completion of the program MBA Faculty Jeanne M. Boeh, Associate Professor of Economics. BS, MA, PhD, University of Illinois. David Conrad, Associate Professor of Business Administration. BA, Winona State University; MA, Ed.D, St. Mary’s University. George Dierberger, Assistant Professor of Business Administration. BS, University of Minnesota; MA, International Studies, University of St. Thomas; MBA, Fairleigh Dickinson University; Ed.D, Organization Development, University of St Thomas. Marc Isaacson, Assistant Professor of Business Administration. BA, St. Olaf College; MS, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Phyllis Kapetanakis, Assistant Professor of Business Administration. BA, BS, Creighton University; MT, Arizona State University. Marc McIntosh, Assistant Professor of Business Administration. BS, DePaul University; MBA, Harvard University; DBA, Argosy University. 70 Peter J. Stark, Assistant Professor of Business Administration. BS, Northwestern University; MBA, Pepperdine University. 71 Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing MFA Mission The Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing is a two-year, low-residency program designed for those who wish to deepen and broaden their artistic sensibilities, discover a close-knit community of fellow writers, enjoy individual attention from an accomplished and forward-thinking faculty, and prepare themselves for the future of creative writing. Program Overview Summer Residencies The Augsburg Low-Residency MFA includes 10-day summer residencies on the Augsburg campus in Minneapolis, offering daily workshops, readings, and panels that focus on literary craft as well as career skills in teaching, editing, publishing, book arts, marketing, translation, and adaptation. The full degree program includes three summer residencies, featuring visits by distinguished writers in each genre as well as editors, agents, publishers, and literary entrepreneurs. Fall and Spring Semesters The first two residencies are followed each year by fall and spring off-campus semesters. During those terms, students work with faculty mentors in virtual classrooms that make use of online and other technologies. Each semester, MFA candidates enroll in one Mentorship section and one section of Critical and Creative Reading. Although MFA learning objectives call for demonstrated expertise in at least one genre by graduation, twenty-first century writers compose their work in an environment in which genre has permeable boundaries and lines between genres are often erased. With this in mind, cross-genre work will be encouraged, with students working in a genre other than the declared specialty, usually during the second off-campus semester. Owing to a revision in the curriculum, those students beginning the program in Summer of 2016 will take a combined mentorship and reading course during each fall and spring semester. During their final year of long-distance study, they will also take two two-unit courses: in one they will write a paper on some element of the craft of writing; in the other they will work on and complete their thesis. Semester Mentorships The Mentorship is a one-on-one experience with a faculty mentor who guides the student’s production of work and study of craft. This one-on-one creative studio experience is focused on the MFA candidate’s own writing and growth as a writer. Critical and Creative Reading in an Online Classroom This is a reading-as-writers course that provides an opportunity to work with your professor and a community of peers, considering craft, criticism and aesthetics. Meetings are online in the electronic classroom. The format may include online discussion boards, Skype or video chats, and teleconferences with mentors and fellow learners. The online classroom offers an opportunity to continue conversations begun during the residency with members of the MFA community. Genres and Concentrations Genres include Fiction, Creative Nonfiction, Poetry, Screenwriting and Playwriting. The program also includes concentrations in teaching, translation, and publishing. Concentrations require additional coursework. With the program director’s consent, students may enroll in concentration courses simultaneously with MFA studies. Candidates enrolled in the publishing concentration will be the staff of the publishing house Howling Bird Press and will select and publish one book each year. The book prize is open to submissions nationally. 72 Plan of Study Students may select a completion plan for the MFA:      The Traditional plan. Students choose one genre as the designated field of study but areis encouraged to work outside the designated field of study for one term. Extended Study. Designed for students who wish to prolong their studies in a single genre, this option has students completing at least five mentored and reading terms instead of the standard four. At least four of these terms should be used to study the student’s declared genre. Mixed Genre. Designed for students who want to more deeply immerse themselves in a secondary genre, this option has students completing at least five mentored and reading terms, including three in the student’s primary declared genre and two in a different genre. Post-MFA. Designed for students who already have an MFA, this option allows students to drop into the program for a single residency or semester of study — or longer. Students seeking this option should contact the program director, as his approval is required. Career Concentration. Designed for students who wish to better prepare themselves for the job market, this option allows students to enroll in electives in teaching, translation and/or publishing. This work is completed alongside a traditional or extended/mixed genre course of study, or pursued immediately after completing the MFA. Accommodating Writers Who Work Full-Time and Those Who Live Outside of Minnesota Augsburg’s Traditional MFA in Creative Writing can be completed in eleven courses (three summer residencies and four off-campus electronic semesters of two courses each). Those students beginning summer of 2016 can complete the program in nine courses (three summer residencies, four long-distance mentorship and reading courses, a craft paper course, and a thesis course.) A typical plan of study in the Traditional Low-Residency MFA, will work like this: First Year Summer Residency I, including genre workshops, writing seminars, readings and lectures, ten days on the Minneapolis campus, with assignments before and after residency. Fall Semester I, a combined Mentorship studio and Creative and Critical Reading course. Spring Semester I, a combined Mentorship studio and Creative and Critical Reading course (generally the “out-ofgenre” term). Second Year Summer Residency II, including genre workshops, writing seminars, readings and lectures, ten days on the Minneapolis campus, with assignments before and after residency. Fall Semester II, a combined Mentorship studio and Creative and Critical Reading course and a craft paper course. Students complete a craft paper at this point. Spring Semester II, a combined Mentorship studio and Creative and Critical Reading course and a thesis units course. This is the semester during which students complete a thesis and prepare a lecture/presentation for their final residency. Third Year – Residency Only Summer Residency III, including genre workshop, writing seminars, readings and lectures. Final term for graduating MFA candidates. Graduates give a public lecture/presentation and a reading from thesis work. Ten days on the Minneapolis campus, with assignments before and after residency. 73 Coursework: ENL 531 Residency in Creative Writing: Fiction ENL 532 Residency in Creative Writing: Nonfiction ENL 533 Residency in Creative Writing: Poetry ENL 534 Residency in Creative Writing: Screenwriting ENL 535 Residency in Creative Writing: Playwriting ENL 536 Residency in Creative Writing: Multi-Genre ENL 541 Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Fiction ENL 542 Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Nonfiction ENL 543 Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Poetry ENL 544 Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Screenwriting ENL 545 Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Playwriting ENL 546 Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Multi-Genre ENL 547 Craft Paper: Fiction ENL 548 Craft Paper: Nonfiction ENL 549 Craft Paper: Poetry ENL 550 Craft Paper: Screenwriting ENL 551 Craft Paper: Playwriting ENL 552 Craft Paper: Multi-Genre ENL 553 Thesis: Fiction ENL 554 Thesis: Nonfiction ENL 555 Thesis: Poetry ENL 556 Thesis: Screenwriting ENL 557 Thesis: Playwriting ENL 558 Thesis: Multi-Genre ENL 561 Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Fiction ENL 562 Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Nonfiction ENL 563 Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Poetry ENL 564 Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Screenwriting ENL 565 Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Playwriting ENL 566 Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Multi-Genre Concentrations: ENL 525 - Teaching Writing: Practice and Theory ENL 526 - Literary Translation Practicum ENL 527 - Publishing I ENL 528 - Publishing II For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Admission to MFA Admission Requirements Qualified applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited college or university with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher for all undergraduate coursework. Students with a GPA of 2.5-3.0 may be admitted conditionally into the program based on the strength of their writing samples. Applications Must Include  Completed online application  One letter of recommendation  A personal essay 74   Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the regionally-accredited institution granting the Bachelor’s degree and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. A writing sample: o Fiction or Creative Non-Fiction, 20 pages, double-spaced o Poetry, 15-20 pages, single-spaced o Screenwriting or Playwriting, up to 30 pages in script/playwriting format Admission as an International Student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students in the Graduate Admissions section. Academic Policies Credit To earn the MFA, candidates must complete 44 semester credits, write a critical/creative paper, deliver a public lecture/presentation, give a public reading/staging, and complete a book length manuscript of publishable quality (fiction, nonfiction and poetry), a screenplay/calling card script (screenwriting), or a full-length play of producible quality (playwriting). The residencies and the combined mentorship and critical and creative reading courses carry six semester credits. Craft paper and thesis courses carry two semester credits. To earn the MFA, candidates must complete 46 semester credits, write a critical/creative paper, deliver a public lecture/presentation, give a public reading/staging, and complete a book length manuscript of publishable quality (fiction, nonfiction and poetry), a screenplay/calling card script (screenwriting), or a full-length play of producible quality (playwriting). To include a concentration in Teaching or in Translation/Adaptation in the MFA, students must complete 12 courses or 48 credits. For the MFA with a concentration in Publishing, students must complete 13 courses or 52 credits. Transfer Augsburg’s low-residency MFA includes in-person and online elements that help us maintain a strong community and create a culture in which our writers thrive. This studio degree is the terminal degree in writing and because of the unique features of a terminal, low-residency, studio degree, the final decision on transfer credit will depend on review by the Augsburg University MFA Program. A maximum of eight semester credits from traditional residency MFA programs and from MA programs in creative writing or English literature may be accepted. The MFA Program Director will review and may offer up to four additional credits in transfer for equivalent residency or workshop experience completed in another program. The maximum transfer credits allowed is 12 credits. Academic Evaluation Grading The MFA Program uses fine arts studio grading practices, formative in nature and designed to be an element of the teaching curriculum. A narrative transcript composed of comments on those elements that the particular student writer is working on during a particular term will be used to assess progress in the mentorship courses. These are formative and qualitative assessment elements and professors’ responses will vary as professor/artists and student/artists approach student work with the student’s individual artistic aims in mind. In addition to the fine arts formative and 75 qualitative assessment, students will be assessed in light of their success in meeting learning objectives of the course while completing work assigned. MFA in Creative Writing Courses are graded on a Pass/No Credit basis, using the Augsburg graduate grading model scale as described below: P – Represents work at B or higher and meets acceptable standards. N – No credit, not counted in grade point average. Alignment of Course Outcomes MFA courses are aligned with the Program Hallmarks of the Association of Writers and Writing Programs (AWP), the national professional organization for writing programs and the writers who teach in those programs. Participation Students are expected to fully participate in Summer Residencies, attending workshop sessions and scheduled meetings with mentors as well as a majority of readings, lectures and other scheduled sessions. Participation in off-campus coursework is expected to occur during the designated time for each Mentorship studio critique session and “time away” for creative work. Students are also expected to take part in synchronous and asynchronous sessions with mentors and demonstrate “presence” in the Creative and Critical Reading courses through regularly scheduled exchanges with faculty and peers. Academic Honesty Augsburg’s high expectations for academic honesty will be applied to this class. Please refer to the Student Guide at inside.augsburg.edu/studentaffairs/studentguide/academic-honest-policies if you have any questions. Affiliation The Augsburg University MFA Program is a member of the Association of Writers and Writing Programs (AWP) and curriculum is based on the AWP Hallmarks of an Effective Low Residency MFA Program in Creative Writing. A complete list of Augsburg’s accreditation, approvals, and memberships, is available in the Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships section. Mentor Faculty James Cihlar, Publishing Mentor. BA, University of Iowa; MA, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; PhD, University of Nebraska, Lincoln. Stephan Clark, Assistant Professor of English, MFA Mentor. BA, University of Southern California; MA, University of California, Davis; PhD, Literature and Creative Writing, the University of Southern California. Cass Dalglish, Professor of English, MFA Mentor. BA, Spanish Language and Literature, St. Catherine University; MFA, Creative Writing, Vermont College of Fine Arts; PhD, Creative Writing, Archetypal and Ancient Women’s Writing, The Union Institute and University. Heid E. Erdrich, MFA Mentor. BA, Dartmouth College; MA, The Johns Hopkins University Writing Seminars; PhD, Creative Writing and Native American Literature, The Union Institute and University. Jack El-Hai, MFA Mentor. BA, Carleton College; MFA, Creative Writing and Literature, Nonfiction, Bennington College. Neal Karlen, MFA Mentor. BA, Brown University; MA, University of Minnesota. Carson Kreitzer, MFA Mentor. BA, Yale University; MFA, University of Texas, Austin. Christina Lazaridi, MFA Mentor. BA, Princeton University; MFA, Screenwriting, Columbia University. 76 Sarah Myers, Assistant Professor of Theatre Arts, MFA Mentor. BS, Northwestern University; MFA, Playwriting and Drama and Theatre for Youth & Communities; PhD, Performance as Public Practice, the University of Texas, Austin. Lindsay Starck, Assistant Professor of English, MFA Mentor. BA, Yale University; MFA, University of Notre Dame; PhD, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (anticipated). Cary Waterman, Assistant Professor of English, MFA Mentor. BA, the University of Denver; MA, Poetry Thesis, Minnesota State University-Mankato. Faculty Associates Robert Cowgill, Associate Professor of English, Academic Writing Faculty. BA, MA, PhD, University of Minnesota. D.E. Green, Professor of English. Academic Writing and Teaching Faculty. BA, Amherst College; MA, PhD, Brown University. Michael Kidd, Associate Professor of Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies, Translation and Adaptation Faculty. BA, Pomona College; PhD, Cornell University. John Schmit, Professor of English, Academic Writing and Teaching Faculty. BS, St. John’s University; MA, University of New Orleans; PhD, The University of Texas. Frankie Shackelford, Professor Emerita, Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies, Translation and Adaptation Faculty. BA, Texas Christian University; PhD, University of Texas. Kathryn Swanson, Professor of English, Academic Writing and Teaching Faculty. BA, St. Olaf College; MA, PhD, University of Minnesota. Visiting Writers Ed Bok Lee, Poetry Sue William Silverman, Creative Nonfiction Ben Percy, Fiction Alex Lemon, Poetry and Memoir Deborah Blum, Creative Nonfiction Pam Houston, Fiction Kristoffer Diaz, Playwriting Bill Wheeler, Screenwriting Carson Kreitzer, Playwriting Kenneth Rance, Screenwriting Helene Wecker, Fiction Staff Kathleen Matthews, Administrative Assistant 77 Master of Music Therapy MMT Mission To prepare students to be leaders in the field, while fostering their passion to serve clients and families, and offer unique learning experiences that allow them to discover and realize their full potential. To engage students in life changing experiences, rich in experiential learning, collaborative in nature, fostering a holistic view of the use of music in health, healing and well-being. To advance the practice of music therapy by preparing students through a hybrid master’s degree program that is innovative, flexible and possesses breadth and depth, designed to meet the changing demands of healthcare. Program Overview Degree requirements The MMT degree program is designed for music therapists who are currently board certified and who wish to continue their education and advance their level of practice. The program is a 36 credit program with core music therapy courses, courses focused on the practice of music therapy in healthcare and medicine, and elective courses of interest. Core Music Therapy Courses – 24 credits MUS 510 - Advanced Music Therapy Theory (3 credits) MUS 511 - Advanced Music Therapy Practicum (0 credit) MUS 515 - Advanced Music Therapy Clinical Practice I (3 credits) MUS 520 - Advanced Music Therapy Clinical Practice II (3 credits) MUS 525 - Cross-Cultural Awareness in Music Therapy (3 credits) MUS 530 - Music Therapy Ethics (2 credits) MUS 535 - Music Therapy Supervision and Professional Development (2 credits) MUS 540 - Music Therapy Research I (3 credits) MUS 545 - Music Therapy Research II (3 credits) MUS 595 – Thesis or Final Project (2 credits) Music Therapy Electives– 12 credits MUS 550 - Music Psychotherapy (2 credits) MUS 554 - Advanced Music Therapy Clinical Improvisation (3 credits) MUS 555 - Music Therapy, Spirituality and Well-being (2 credits) MUS 560 - Music and Imagery (2 credits) MUS 565 - Advanced Music Therapy with Infants, Children and Family Centered Care (2 credits) MUS 570 - Music, Neurology and Physiology (3 credits) MUS 575 - Music Therapy in Palliative Care (2 credits) MUS 576 - Music Therapy in Trauma Informed Care (2 credits) MUS 580 - Transcultural Music Therapy I (4 credits) (global educational experience) MUS 582 – Transcultural Music Therapy II (4 credits) (global educational experience) MUS 585 - Advanced Music Therapy Group Work (3 credits) MUS 590 - Interdisciplinary Practice & Research Methods in Music Therapy (3 credits) Thesis or Final Project Completion of a thesis or final project is required as a part of the degree program. The thesis and final project are both subject to approval by program director.  Thesis: A scholarly paper utilizing historical, philosophical, descriptive, experimental or mixed methods research. 78  Final Project: A supervised clinical project that is comprehensive and designed to develop and advance an area of one’s clinical practice. The Equivalency Plus Master of Music Therapy will complete the courses outlined above in addition to any courses needed to accomplish their equivalent status. The Equivalency Plus MMT is 64 credits plus the clinical internship and is designed to be completed in two and a half years. The equivalency courses include the following: MUS 271 - Introduction to Music Therapy (2 credits) MUS 340 - Music Therapy Methods I (4 credits) MUS 345 - Music Therapy Methods II (4 credits) MUS 372 - Psychological Foundations of Music I (4 credits) MUS 374 - Music Therapy Practicum (0 credits) MUS 375 - Music Therapy Practicum (0 credits) BIO 103 - Human Anatomy & Physiology (4 credits) PSY 105 - Principles of Psychology (4 credits) PSY 203 - Lifespan Development (4 credits) PSY 262 - Abnormal Psychology (4 credits) The Equivalency Plus+ Master of Music Therapy will complete the courses outlined previous two sections (MMT and Equivalency Plus), as well as the course listed below. MUS 101 Materials of Music I (2 credits) MUS 111 Aural Skills I (2 credits) MUP xxx Primary Lessons (minimum 4 semesters needed) MUE xxx Chamber or Large Ensemble (minimum of 4 semesters needed) MUS 102 Materials of Music II (2 credits) MUS 112 Aural Skills II (2 credits) MUS 201 Materials of Music III (2 credits) MUS 211 Aural Skills III (2 credits) MUS 231 History and Literature of Music, Antiquity to 1750 (4 credits) MUS 232 History and Literature of Music, 1750 to Present (4 credits) Plan of Study There are three tracks for the Master of Music Therapy program. The first is for individuals who hold a bachelor’s degree in music therapy. They follow the master of music therapy track. The second track is for individuals that hold a bachelor’s degree in music. They follow the Equivalency Plus Master of Music Therapy track. The third is for individuals that hold a bachelor’s degree that is not in music, but have a strong music background. They follow the Equivalency Plus+ Master of Music Therapy track. Admission to MMT      Online Application Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the regionally-accredited institution granting the Bachelor’s degree and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. 2 letters of recommendation (can be submitted online through the application-please have your recommenders email addresses when you begin the application). Proof of Board Certification An Audition (this can be taped or live) ten to fifteen minutes of your best instrument(s). 79     Essay-(can be submitted as part of the online application) no longer than three pages addressing the following questions. Describe your goals as a music therapist and how an MMT degree will help you reach those goals. Tell about a moment that helped encourage you to begin a career in music therapy. As a music therapist you will help people from all walks of life and with a variety of needs and illnesses, how are you qualified (physically, mentally, and emotionally) to assist these people in improving their quality of life? Please note that you can upload your essay directly into the online application. You may also input the names and emails of your recommenders and the system will send them a link to directions and the checklist we request they fill out for you. If not submitted with the online application, materials need to be sent to: Augsburg University Graduate Admissions, CB 65 2211 Riverside Ave S. Minneapolis, MN 55454 or emailed to gradinfo@augsburg.edu For Academic Policies, please see Academic Policies. Accreditation and Affiliation Augsburg is regionally accredited by: The Higher Learning Commission National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) The Master of Music Therapy Program is accredited by: National Association Schools of Music (NASM) American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) MMT Faculty Annie Heiderscheit, Assistant Professor, Director of Master of Music Therapy. BME-MT, Wartburg College; MS, Iowa State University; PhD, University of Minnesota. 80 Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Mission The mission of the Augsburg University Department of Physician Assistant Studies is based on a foundation of respect and sensitivity to persons of all cultures and backgrounds and oriented toward providing care to underserved populations. Students are well educated in current medical theory and practice, and graduates are encouraged to work in primary care settings. The program promotes dedication to excellence in performance, with the highest standards of ethics and integrity, and commitment to lifelong personal and professional development. Accreditation The Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) has granted Continued Accreditation to the Physician Assistant Program sponsored by Augsburg University. Continued accreditation is an accreditation status granted when a currently accredited program is in compliance with the ARC-PA Standards. Continued Accreditation remains in effect until the program closes or withdraws from the accreditation process or until accreditation is withdrawn for failure to comply with the Standards. The approximate date for the next comprehensive review of the program by ARC-PA will be Spring 2019. About PA As defined by the American Academy of Physician Assistants: “PAs are health professionals licensed or, in the case of those employed by the federal government, credentialed to practice medicine in association with designated collaborating physicians. PAs are qualified by graduation from an accredited PA educational program and/or certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants ... Within the physician-PA relationship, PAs provide patient-centered medical care services as a member of a healthcare team. PAs practice with defined levels of autonomy and exercise independent medical decision making within their scope of practice.” In the state of Minnesota, a PA is licensed with the Board of Medical Practice. In Minnesota, and most other states, the PA must be NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants) certified and hold a delegation agreement with a licensed physician. Curriculum The Physician Assistant program at Augsburg is 28 months long with studies beginning each year in the summer semester (late May or early June). The program accepts up to 30 students for each new class. Graduates will receive a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies and a PA certificate. Approximately 16 months of the program is didactic, or classroom work, including courses in human gross anatomy, pathophysiology, clinical medicine, pharmacotherapy, history and physical exam skills, research, and professional issues. The academic phase of the program also includes development of practical skills through the use of case studies, simulated patients, and technical skills workshops (i.e. suturing, casting/splinting). The clinical phase is completed in approximately 12 months. The clinical phase of the program is designed to effectively train students for practice by providing them with rotation experiences in different specialties and a variety of practice settings. To that end, each student will be required to complete rotations outside the metropolitan area. Each student is required to successfully complete clinical rotations in family medicine, pediatrics, women’s health, behavioral health, emergency medicine, internal medicine, surgery, and two elective rotations by choosing from various specialties. The clinical phase will culminate with a preceptorship that is designed to solidify the student’s skills and potentially place them in a setting that might be interested in recruiting a graduate PA. Clinical instructors include Physicians, Physician Assistants and other health care providers. 81 A student will be required to complete the clinical phase at site(s) determined by the Program to provide the student with the best educational experience. Clinical rotation sites will be located throughout the state of MN and other cities in the 5 state area. The Augsburg PA program includes time away from the program at varying times which may or may not differ from the traditional breaks at Augsburg University; these breaks contribute to the overall 28 month length of the program. PA Program Sample Calendar YEAR 1 Summer PA 501 - Human Anatomy and Neuroanatomy PA 503 - Human Pathophysiology Fall PA 511 - History and Physical Exam Skills I PA 521 - Pharmacotherapy I PA 531 - Clinical Medicine I PA 542 - Professional Issues PA 546 - Clinical Practice Seminar I Spring PA 512 - History and Physical Exam Skills II PA 522 - Pharmacotherapy II PA 532 - Clinical Medicine II PA 547 - Clinical Practice Seminar II PA 555 - Research Tools for the Physician Assistant YEAR 2 Summer PA 533 - Clinical Medicine III PA 545 - Clinical Phase Transition Master’s Project course, one of the following*: PA 599 - Directed Study ML 577 - International Experience Fall PA 6XX - Clinical Rotations 1, 2, 3 Spring PA 6XX - Clinical Rotations 4, 5, 6 YEAR 3 Summer PA 6XX - Clinical Rotations 7, 8 PA 62X - Preceptorship PA 690 - Capstone *Other program-approved options may be available For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. 82 Admission to the PA Program Admission Requirements Complete and current-year admission guidelines can be found on our website at www.augsburg.edu/pa. Admission to any physician assistant program is a highly competitive process. Qualified applicants will have:     Bachelor’s degree (in any major) from a regionally-accredited four-year institution Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 as calculated by CASPA at the time of application Minimum science GPA of 3.0 as calculated by CASPA at the time of application Completed the prerequisite courses listed below Prerequisite Courses To be an eligible applicant for the physician assistant studies program, you must have completed the prerequisite courses listed below. These courses must have been completed within 10 years of the year you are applying for admission. Applicants completing their first undergraduate degree in the spring term may complete prerequisite coursework in the summer, fall, and spring term of the academic year they apply as long as the degree and prerequisite coursework will be completed by the start date for the program. Applicants who already have an undergraduate degree, or who will complete their degree in a term other than spring, have the summer and fall semesters of the year they apply by which to complete prerequisites. All course prerequisites must have been passed with a grade of C or higher. Meeting minimum prerequisites does not guarantee admission into the program.       One full course of psychology One full course of physiology* (human/vertebrate/organ) One full course of microbiology* One full course of biochemistry* One full course of statistics One course of medical terminology *Labs are recommended but not required. The following are strongly recommended but not required:     Direct patient care is the best type of experience to obtain in order to strengthen an application. We recommend at least 2000 hours of paid, direct, hands-on clinical patient care to be competitive in this category. Additional science courses such as anatomy, genetics, immunology, other biology courses, and organic chemistry Demonstration of motivation for the PA profession by formally shadowing a PA or other health care provider. Demonstration of a commitment to, and involvement with, underserved communities Note: The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is not required. PA Studies Application Process The Augsburg Physician Assistant Studies program has a two-step application process—applying through CASPA and to Augsburg’s PA Studies Program. The Augsburg PA Program participates in the Centralized Application Service for Physician Assistants (CASPA) which is sponsored by the Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA). All applications to the PA Program for the entering class must be processed through CASPA, following all guidelines and regulations set forth by CASPA. Application forms with detailed instructions can be obtained online at portal.caspaonline.org. 83 You will be considered an eligible applicant if you have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 at the time of application (as calculated by CASPA), if you have a minimum science GPA of 3.0 at the time of application (as calculated by CASPA), if you have completed or will complete your undergraduate degree prior to the start date of the program, and if you have completed or will complete your prerequisite courses within the timeline specified for your degree status. Additional Application Details: The Augsburg PA Program requires three letters of recommendation submitted through the CASPA process. We strongly recommend that one be from an employer/colleague (a professional reference), one letter be from a professor or adviser (an academic reference), and the third from a person of your choice. Be sure that your letter writers are able to tell the committee about you as well as his/her experiences with you and observations about you. Your Supplemental Application must be submitted electronically on or before August 1 in order to be considered. We use the CASPA “Complete Date” to determine if you have met the application deadline of August 1. The “Complete Date” on your application must be August 1 or prior in order to be considered meeting the deadline. CASPA assigns a “Complete Date’ when they have received your electronic application, transcripts from all schools attended, 2 of your 3 letters of reference, and payment. Until those criteria are met, your application will not be given a “Complete Date.” Your GPA (cumulative and science) is set at the time of your CASPA submission. The Augsburg PA Program will not recalculate GPAs as additional coursework is completed post CASPA submission. We will request grade reports for your prerequisite courses and add them to your file as they are completed, but your official GPA, as calculated by CASPA, will be the GPA of record for your application. Selection Process Competitive files will be reviewed by the admissions committee. The selection committee looks for a balanced application by reviewing key criteria such as cumulative GPA, science GPA, and direct patient care experience followed by overall academic record, service to underserved (meaning disadvantaged, minority, or underrepresented populations), essay responses, knowledge of the profession, fit with the program goals and mission, and recommendation letters. As the committee completes file review, candidates are selected for an interview. The interviews are generally conducted during the months of October, November, and January. Candidates come to campus to meet program faculty, staff and current students, and to view the facilities. As interviews are completed, seats in the incoming class are offered. The cohort class will be filled between the months of October and May. A list of alternates will be selected in January to fill seats that accepted candidates may not claim. All applicants are notified of their final status by mid-February. Accepted candidates must complete and pass a background check prior to matriculation and annually through the program. Failure of the background check may result in dismissal from the program. Academic Policies Please see the PA program website at www.augsburg.edu/pa for further details about policies outlined here. Technical Standards The physician assistant must have the knowledge and skills to function in a broad variety of clinical situations and to render a wide spectrum of patient care. They must be able to integrate all information received by whatever sense(s) employed, consistently, quickly, and accurately, and they must have the intellectual ability to learn, integrate, analyze, and synthesize data. Candidates for physician assistant certification offered by the Physician Assistant Studies Department at Augsburg University must have, with or without reasonable accommodation, multiple abilities and skills including: perception/observation, communication, motor/tactile function, cognition and professionalism. 84 Candidates for admission and progression must be able to perform these abilities and skills in a reasonably independent manner. Perception/observation Students must be able to perceive, by the use of senses and mental abilities, the presentation of information through:           Small group discussions and presentations Large-group lectures One-on-one interactions, Demonstrations (physical exam maneuvers) Laboratory experiments (cadaver dissection) Patient encounters (at a distance and close at hand) Diagnostic findings (EKGs, laboratory results, x-rays and ultrasound) Procedures (suturing, casting/splinting, IV access)) Written material (powerpoints, textbooks, and readings) Audiovisual material (slides, medical videos) Communication Students must be able to skillfully communicate (in English) verbally and in written form with faculty members, other members of the healthcare team, patients, families, and other students, in order to:       Elicit information Convey information Clarify information Create rapport Develop therapeutic relationships Demonstrate competencies Motor/tactile function Students must have sufficient motor function and tactile ability to meet the competencies required for graduation and to:         Attend (and participate in) classes, groups, and activities which are part of the curriculum Communicate in a written format Examine patients (including observation, auscultation, palpation, percussion, and other diagnostic maneuvers) Do basic laboratory procedures and tests Perform diagnostic procedures Provide general and emergency patient care (airway management, placement of intravenous catheters, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and application of pressure to control bleeding) Function in outpatient, inpatient, and surgical venues (standing and actively assisting the surgical team) Perform in a reasonably independent and competent way in sometimes stressful clinical environments Cognition Students must be able to demonstrate higher-level cognitive abilities, which include:        Rational thought Measurement Calculation Visual-spatial comprehension Conceptualization Analysis Synthesis 85        Organization Representation (oral, written, diagrammatic, three dimensional) Memory Application Clinical reasoning Ethical reasoning Sound judgment Professionalism Students must possess the emotional health required for the full utilization of their intellectual abilities, for the exercise of good judgment, for the prompt completion of all responsibilities attendant to the diagnosis and care of patients, and for the development of effective relationships with patients. Candidates must be able to tolerate physically taxing workloads and function effectively under stress. They must be able to adapt to changing environments, display flexibility and learn to function in the face of uncertainties inherent in the clinical problems of patients. In summary, PA students must be able to:       Consistently display integrity, honesty, empathy, caring, fairness, respect for self and others, diligence, and dedication Promptly complete all assignments and responsibilities attendant to the diagnosis and care of patients Develop mature, sensitive, and effective relationships, not only with patients but with all members of the Augsburg community and healthcare teams Tolerate physically, emotionally, and mentally demanding workloads Function effectively under stress, and proactively make use of available resources to help maintain both physical and mental health Take responsibility for themselves and their behaviors Documentation of a Disability The Augsburg University Department of Physician Assistant Studies is pledged to the admission and matriculation of qualified students and wishes to acknowledge awareness of laws which prohibit discrimination against anyone on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age or disability. Regarding disabled individuals, the Physician Assistant Studies department will not discriminate against such individuals who are otherwise qualified but will expect all applicants and students to meet certain minimal technical standards. All Augsburg students have been accepted by the college based on their ability to succeed academically and are required to meet the same academic and technical standards. Disability Resources (CLASS Office) provides academic support and accommodations to students with disabilities or temporary conditions. Accessing accommodations is an ongoing and interactive process where information can be gathered from the student and from other relevant sources. We ask that students interview with a Disability Specialist to discuss their requests. We prefer students to present any documentation that describes their disability and the impact on educational experiences and in the educational environment early in the process. Each student’s requests will be evaluated on an individual basis. The purpose of documentation is to assist in providing information and understanding about how the courses or facilities might present barriers and to what degree the disability affects the student, and to plan for accommodations to facilitate access. Some Examples of Disabilities       Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD/ADD) Learning Disabilities Psychiatric Disabilities Autism Spectrum Disorders Head Injury/Traumatic Brain Injury Physical Disabilities and Systemic Illnesses 86     Deafness/Hearing Impairment Blindness/Low Vision Disabilities that are sporadic or degenerative in nature Temporary conditions The first step in accessing services is to call CLASS to schedule an appointment with a Disability Specialist, (612) 3301053. Experiential Learning Policy The Augsburg Physician Assistant Program does not award academic credit to an individual for experiential learning. Applicants desiring admission to Augsburg’s PA Program must satisfactorily complete all prerequisite courses. Experiential learning will be considered separately from prerequisite courses. Experiential learning prior to and during admittance to the Augsburg PA Program will not substitute for any part of the clinical phase. Employment while in the Program Program faculty discourage outside employment while in the Physician Assistant Program. Faculty recognize that employment may be an issue that some students will face. Given this recognition, realize that program obligations will not be altered due to a student’s work obligations. It is further expected that work obligations will not interfere with the physician assistant students’ learning progress or responsibilities while in the program. Withdrawal and Readmission Policies Voluntary withdrawal from the Physician Assistant Program may be initiated by a student after submission of a letter to the Program Director requesting withdrawal. In the letter, the student should outline the circumstances and reasons for withdrawal. Students will be requested to conduct an exit interview with the Program Director prior to leaving the program. For information on withdrawal, see the Academic Policies section. Readmission Students may request readmission after voluntary withdrawal by submitting a letter to the Program Director stating the reasons the student wishes readmission and the anticipated date for readmission. The submission of a letter and previous enrollment does not constitute automatic acceptance and/or reentry into the program. Reapplication to the PA Program after dismissal from the program will be considered only under extremely unusual circumstances. For the full readmission policy and reapplication process, please contact the program. Advanced Placement The Department of PA Studies does not offer advanced placement to admitted students. All students admitted to the PA Program must complete the entire curriculum. Costs of the PA Program For tuition information, go to www.augsburg.edu/pa. For complete and current payment options go to the Student Financial Services website at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial. PA Program Faculty Beth Alexander, Associate Professor; PharmD, University of Minnesota. Eric Barth, Assistant Professor; BS and PA Certificate, Trevecca Nazarene University; MPAS, PA-C, University of Nebraska. Stephanie Elko, Director of Clinical Education; MPAS, PA-C University of New England. 87 Jenny Kluznik, Assistant Professor and Academic Coordinator; MPH, George Washington University; MPAS, PA-C, Augsburg University. Holly Levine, Assistant Professor; MD, Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. Skye Peltier, Instructor; MPH, University of Minnesota; MPAS, PA-C, Augsburg University. Alicia Quella, Program Director, Clinical Associate Professor; PhD, PA-C, University of Iowa. Meredith Wold, Instructor; MPAS, PA-C, Augsburg University. 88 Master of Social Work You have chosen an exciting way to serve others. The social work profession offers you the rewarding prospect of joining with others to respond to problems and develop opportunities that benefit individuals, families, groups, and communities. The MSW degree prepares you for advanced professional practice in the field of social work. Augsburg’s MSW program prepares you for agency-based practice with individuals, families, groups, and communities, and with a dedication to system change that reduces oppression and discrimination. Graduates of our program share how they appreciated the opportunity to learn new ideas as well as learn more about themselves. These graduates valued our small class size, our cohort structure, and the opportunity to have a mentoring relationship with our faculty and staff. As a small program, we have high expectations for our students and at the same time offer the flexibility to help them meet their individual goals. Attending Augsburg University will transform and develop your professional life in unexpected ways. We have two concentrations. The first, Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP), will prepare you for direct clinical practice with individuals, families, and groups. The second, Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP), will prepare you for macro social work practice with organizations, communities, and other large systems. We are delighted in your interest in our MSW program and invite you to join us in a lifelong adventure in learning. The personal and professional growth necessary to become an advanced professional social worker is challenging. We encourage you to take the challenge with us. Lois A. Bosch, PhD, LISW Director, Master of Social Work MSW Mission Our mission is to develop social work professionals for advanced practice that promotes social justice and empowerment towards the well-being of people in a diverse and global society. Program Overview The MSW program prepares social work students for agency-based practice in public and nonprofit settings. By working in the agency setting, social workers collaborate with others to provide holistic, affordable, and accessible services to individuals, families, groups, and communities. Our challenging MSW curriculum integrates social work theory with micro and macro practice methods. Students develop skills, knowledge, and values necessary for ethical social work practice. As you progress through our MSW program, you will:         Learn how individuals live in and are affected by their social environment Understand how social policies and programs affect individuals, families, communities, and society Apply theories and methods of practice through the field practicum experience Use a range of client-centered approaches to practice with client groups of all types and sizes Engage in practice informed by sound, scholarly research Evaluate the effectiveness of your social work practice or social work programs Advocate for the eradication of oppression and discrimination Be a responsible and contributing citizen in the local and global community Accreditation Augsburg’s MSW program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Your MSW degree must be accredited by CSWE if you seek licensure with the social work board of your state. For more information on CSWE accreditation go to www.cswe.org. Augsburg University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see the Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships section of this catalog. 89 Plan of Study Students entering Augsburg’s MSW program with a bachelor’s degree from a discipline other than social work are classified as foundation students. Full-time foundation students are enrolled in a two year program. Part-time foundation students are enrolled in a four year program. Students entering Augsburg’s MSW program with a bachelor’s degree in social work from a CSWE (Council on Social Work Education) accredited institution are classified as advanced standing students. Full-time advanced standing students are enrolled in a 13 month program. Part-time advanced standing students are enrolled in a 25 month program. All students must complete the MSW degree in no more than 4 years following matriculation. Academic Calendar The MSW program meets on a semester calendar, with classes offered September through August. Classes typically meet every other weekend with an occasional back-to-back weekend. Field practicum hours are generally completed during weekday hours. If a student lives outside the Twin Cities metro area, the field practicum hours can be completed at a placement near the student’s place of residence. Hours per week vary depending on the agency placement and the student’s availability. For academic calendars and schedules, go to www.augsburg.edu/registrar. Class Periods Classes meet in 2-4 hour blocks on Friday evenings, 6 to 10:00 pm; Saturday mornings, 8:00 am to 12 pm; and Saturday afternoons, 1:00 to 5:00 pm. Each class meets on campus for 8 sessions in a given semester and for 4 sessions on campus in a summer term (May-June), with the expectation that students engage in hybrid learning activities between on-campus class weekends. Time Commitment Although classes meet on weekends, students spend time on their studies during non-class weekends and weekdays in accordance with our hybrid learning format. Hybrid learning is a combination of face-to-face class sessions and online/experiential learning. On a class weekend, the typical student will spend 12 hours in class within a 23-hour period. For every hour spent in class, a student may expect to spend 3 to 4 hours outside of class working on online activities, assignments, readings, or group projects. A student may also spend 15 to 20 hours per week in the field practicum during the fall and spring semesters (a span of 8 to 9 months for each practicum). In the final year of study, students complete a summative evaluation or a portfolio, which requires significant independent research, analysis, and writing. Some MSW students work full-time while enrolled in the program. However, full-time employment is not recommended. Most students arrange to reduce their work hours or request time away during their graduate studies. Each student’s situation is unique and must be decided individually. All students must develop strategies for balancing family, work, and academic responsibilities. Credit and Contact Hours MSW courses range from 2 to 4 semester credits. Depending on the number of credits, students will spend 16 to 32 hours in the classroom per course. Students will also be expected to engage in activities and independent study outside of class. Cohort Structure MSW students are admitted to a particular cohort. Cohorts are distinguished by level of admission (foundation or advanced standing), rate of attendance (full-time or part-time), and chosen concentration (Multicultural Clinical Practice [MCCP] or Multicultural Macro Practice [MCMP]). Any changes to a student’s cohort selection must be approved by the MSW director. 90 Field Practicum Foundation students complete 920 hours in two field practica; advanced standing students complete 500 hours in one field practicum. Successful completion of the first field practicum, required for foundation students, is a minimum of 420 hours. Successful completion of the second field practicum, required for both foundation and advanced standing students, is a minimum of 500 hours. Each practicum experience is spread over two semesters (fall and spring). These hours are completed concurrent with enrollment in the fieldwork seminars as well as other MSW courses. MSW Curriculum Components Foundation Curriculum In the foundation courses and field practicum, students are introduced to social work as a profession. Students learn both historical and contemporary theories and practice methods relating to both the individual and the environment. During the foundation year, students study human behavior and the social environment, history of social welfare policy, research methods, assessment frameworks, family and community diversity, and social work values and ethics. In the foundation curriculum students apply this generalist knowledge of theories and practice methods in the generalist field practicum. The field practicum is completed concurrently with enrollment in two field seminar courses. The full foundation curriculum is required of all students, with the exception of those admitted with advanced standing. Before beginning the concentration curriculum, all foundation coursework and field hours must be successfully completed. Concentration Curriculum After completing the foundation requirements, students enroll in the concentration curriculum that they selected at the time their application to the program. Students also complete an advanced field practicum. Augsburg offers two concentrations: Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) or Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP). In either concentration, students deepen their knowledge of the primary issues affecting families and communities, develop a range of clientcentered approaches to practice, gain a broader understanding of human diversity, develop competencies in practicebased research, and learn practice or program evaluation techniques. In the concentration curriculum, students apply this advanced knowledge of theories and practice methods in the concentration field practicum. The field practicum is relevant to their chosen concentration and is completed concurrently with enrollment in two field seminar courses. As a capstone to the MSW program, students complete a portfolio project or a summative evaluation project. Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) Concentration Multiculturalism is a process requiring practitioners to have a deep awareness of their social and cultural identities, as well as the ability to use multiple lenses when working with diverse populations. With person-in-environment as an organizing perspective, multicultural clinical social work practice addresses the biopsychosocial and spiritual functioning of individuals, families, and groups. To this end, graduates of the MCCP concentration develop competence in using relationship-based, culturally informed, and theoretically grounded interventions with persons facing challenges, disabilities, or impairments, including emotional, behavioral, and mental disorders. Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) Concentration In the tradition of Jane Addams, the heart of macro social work practice is directing energy toward changing agency, government, and institutional policies that obscure or oppress people. While many social workers view their role as focused on individuals and families, social workers must actively seek equality and justice for clients within agencies, institutions and society. Social work leaders must advocate for social change where necessary to ensure social justice. Similar to the MCCP concentration, it is important to address macro level social work practice within the context of cultural understanding and awareness. The Multicultural Macro Practice concentration (formerly Program Development, Policy and Administration) responds to this demand for leadership. The macro social work practitioner recognizes the strengths and abilities of individuals and communities to implement change. The social work macro practitioner works with these individuals to do so. In the MCMP concentration, students 91 learn the knowledge and skills necessary to work with others to achieve needed social change. They also learn to develop, lead, guide, and administer programs that serve diverse people in a variety of settings. Portfolio or Summative Evaluation Project  Portfolio Project (MCCP students)  The goal of the MCCP Portfolio is to enhance the integration of theory and practice, as well as to offer more vivid portrayals of a student’s academic and professional experience than traditional assessments. By definition, portfolios are formative (i.e., designed for guided reflection and self-evaluation). However they are also summative documents in that they illustrate students’ competencies. All MCCP students are required to create a portfolio during their final year of study. Items in a portfolio might include videos, process recordings, reflective statements, writing samples, case analyses, term papers, electronic submissions, policy activities, feedback from service users, self-evaluations of personal progress, and links to references.  Summative Evaluation Project (MCMP students)  All social workers must evaluate their practice to determine whether they are helping or harming clients. While in the concentration practicum, MCMP students will design and implement a program evaluation for their summative project. This project requires integration and application of knowledge and skills from both the foundation and concentration curricula. Students develop their research while in their field internship and are advised by their field seminar professor. Students conduct and present this evaluation/research project during their final year of study. Master’s Thesis Students in both concentrations have the option of completing a thesis in addition to either the portfolio or summative evaluation project. Credit for the SWK 699 general elective is given for this option. Students work with a thesis advisor to develop more in-depth research skills contributing to social work knowledge. To pursue the thesis option, students should notify the MSW program director by the end of spring semester of the foundation year. Degree requirements To be conferred the MSW degree, students must achieve the following:       Successful completion of any admission conditions (see Admission to MSW) Successful completion of all required MSW courses No more than two courses with a B- grade and with a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher Successful completion of 920 hours of approved field practica for foundation students or 500 hours of approved field practicum for advanced standing students Successful completion and submission of the portfolio project (MCCP) or the summative evaluation project (MCMP) Successful completion of all degree requirements within 4 years of matriculation. State of Minnesota Social Work Licensure Six months prior to completion of the MSW degree at Augsburg, students may apply to take the Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) license exam from the Minnesota Board of Social Work. To achieve LGSW licensure students must pass the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) master’s level national social work licensure examination and complete the MSW degree. To seek the Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) license or the Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) license, one must work two years full-time (or 4,000 hours part-time) as an LGSW under the supervision of an LISW or LICSW, depending on the desired licensure. Upon completion of the supervision requirement, one may take the LISW or LICSW’s Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) national social work licensure examination. For the LICSW, there are additional requirements for 360 clinical clock hours in 6 specific categories. For more information, go to the Minnesota Board of Social Work web page, www.socialwork.state.mn.us. 92 MSW Course Requirements Foundation Courses FALL SWK 500 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment* SWK 505 - Practice Methods and Skills 1: Individuals* SWK 530 - Integrative Field Seminar 1 (taken concurrent with first practicum)* SPRING SWK 506 - Practice Methods and Skills 2: Groups and Families* SWK 535 - Integrative Field Seminar 2 (taken concurrent with first practicum)* SWK 504 - Applied Research Methods (foundation students only) SUMMER SWK 501 - History of Social Welfare Policy* SWK 516 - Practice Methods and Skills 3: Communities and Policies* SWK 510 - Advanced Practice Methods (advanced standing students only) SWK 509 - Human Behavior: Mental Health Assessment and Diagnosis (advanced standing students only) SWK 504 - Applied Research Methods (advanced standing students only) *Course potentially can be waived for advanced standing students (BSW holders). Concentration Courses Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) Concentration: FALL SWK 610 - Integrative Field Seminar 3: Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) (taken concurrent with second practicum) SWK 615 - Diversity and Inequality 1: Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) SWK 628 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) with Individuals SWK 629 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) with Families SPRING SWK 611 - Integrative Field Seminar 4: Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) (taken concurrent with second practicum) SWK 616 - Diversity and Inequality 2: Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) SWK 630 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) Policy Practice SWK 631 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) with Groups SUMMER 1 SWK 634 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) Supervision SWK 639 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) Elective SWK 640 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) Capstone SWK 699 - General Elective Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) Concentration: FALL SWK 651 - Integrative Field Seminar 3: Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) (taken concurrent with second practicum) SWK 657 - Diversity and Inequality 1: Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) SWK 660 – Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) Research Methods SWK 667 - Organizations/Social Administrative Practice 1 SPRING 93 SWK 652 - Integrative Field Seminar 4: Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) (taken concurrent with second practicum) SWK 658 - Diversity and Inequality 2: Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) SWK 668 - Organizations/Social Administrative Practice 2 SWK 670 - Multicultural Macro Practice Policy SUMMER SWK 669 - Organizations/Social Administrative Practice 3 SWK 699 - General Elective SWK 671 – Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) Planning Portfolio or Summative Evaluation Project Completed and submitted in final year of study. SWK 699 General Elective Students in both concentrations complete at least one general elective course. The following are examples of elective offerings that rotate each year:      Trauma, Theory, and Treatment in Multicultural Clinical Practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Social Work Clinical Practice Spirituality and Social Work Practice Empowerment of Services Users in Mental Health Children’s Mental Health We also offer short-term electives abroad, typically two weeks in length: Exploring Human Services in International Settings (examples include Mexico, Slovenia, Namibia, South Africa, India, Singapore, China, and Hong Kong) Fieldwork and Field Placement Social work education goes beyond the classroom. Through the field experience, we expect that students will demonstrate skills to bridge theory and practice. Collaborative efforts between the student, the field agency, and the MSW program are essential to successful learning. The foundation of the practice includes:        Ethical, competent professional practice Problem solving within a systems framework and strengths perspective Use of advanced practice theories in Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) or Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) settings Evaluation of the effectiveness of program or practice activities An understanding of and respect for diverse peoples and cultures Responsibility and service to the local and global community in the interest of social justice A commitment to oppose oppression of all forms Field Education Format Under the instruction and supervision of professionally-trained, MSW-level, and program-approved field instructors, foundation students will spend a minimum of 920 hours in two field practica. Advanced standing students will spend a minimum of 500 hours in one field practicum. Both the foundation and concentration practica are spread over 2 semesters (fall and spring). Both practica are concurrent with enrollment in integrative field seminars, as well as other MSW coursework. The fieldwork education of the MSW program is divided into two components:   Foundation Practicum The foundation practicum, or generalist practicum, puts emphasis on developing competence as a professional generalist social worker. It requires a minimum of 420 hours and is completed by students admitted at the 94   foundation level. Students spend an average of 15 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters in this practicum. Concentration Practicum The concentration practicum places emphasis on advanced practice skills and leadership qualities related to the chosen concentration. It requires a minimum of 500 hours and is completed by all students, including those admitted with advanced standing. Students spend an average of 18 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters in this practicum. Process for Field Practicum Selection Field practica begin in the fall, but the selection process begins the previous spring in collaboration with two other Twin Cities MSW programs. Students attend a field orientation before beginning their search. Augsburg University and the University of Minnesota - School of Social Work jointly host a field fair where students meet a large number of agencies and potential field instructors. Practicum selection involves interviews at approved sites, arranged by the student, and a matching process conducted collaboratively by the field coordinators at three of the MSW programs in the Twin Cities. In some instances, students can petition to complete a field practicum at an agency not on the approved list or at their place of employment. Students who wish to do so work with the MSW field coordinator for such proposals. Field Practicum Settings The Augsburg field faculty are committed to the success of each student in a stimulating and challenging field practicum. Our current list of approved clinical and community practice field sites includes agencies in the following areas of practice:                          Family and children Child welfare Mental health Crisis intervention Senior resources Family social policy Health and human services Corrections and probation Public and independent schools Youth services Hospitals Developmental disabilities American Indian family services Chronic and persistent mental illness Chemical dependency Court services Immigrant, migrant, refugee services Victims of torture Faith-based social services Neighborhood services Legislation advocacy Housing services Employment services Community organizing Research centers 95 Dual Degree in Social Work and Business Administration (MSW/MBA) Augsburg University offers a dual MSW/MBA degree in social work and business administration. Students enrolled in the dual degree program learn to create better managed and financially sound service organizations to serve diverse communities, both locally and globally. Purpose Many social service agencies today require that agency managers combine financial and business expertise with social work practice and policy formation. The MSW/MBA dual degree prepares graduates to function in a workplace that demands the delivery of quality services with increasingly limited resources. Concentration The MSW/MBA dual degree includes an accelerated third year of study for MSW students who elect the Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) concentration. In this concentration, students learn to effect positive change in social service systems through their work with communities, organizations, and social policy makers. Prior Augsburg MSW graduates who have completed the necessary Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) coursework are eligible to return to complete the MBA portion of the dual degree. The MSW degree must be completed before the MBA portion of the dual degree. Schedule Years 1 and 2 (September through June) MSW classes meet on alternating weekends—Friday evenings, Saturday mornings, and Saturday afternoons—and students engage in hybrid learning activities between class weekends. Year 3 (12–16 months) MBA classes meet one night per week. The MBA program includes a summer term. See the MBA section for required courses for the dual degree. Curriculum  Foundation or advanced standing coursework  Either 920 hours (foundation) or 500 hours (advanced standing) MSW field practicum experience  The MSW summative evaluation project may be accepted by the MBA program as partial fulfillment of the MBA project.  Complete a minimum of eight MBA courses for students who completed the MSW degree 2002 and beyond; complete a minimum of nine MBA courses for students who completed the MSW degree prior to 2002  For more information regarding the MBA coursework required for the MSW/MBA dual degree, see the MBA section. MBA Admission MSW/MBA dual degree applicants may apply to both programs at the same time or admitted MSW students may wait to apply to the MBA program until their concentration year. The GMAT is waived for MSW/MBA dual degree applicants. MBA application materials include: completed application, two short essays, an updated resume, two letters of recommendation, and a personal interview with the MBA program director. Admission to one program does not guarantee admission to the other. For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Admission to MSW The Augsburg University MSW program promotes the widest possible diversity within its student population. Therefore, the admission policies ensure that educational opportunities are provided to persons with a range of abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures. 96 Listed below are general descriptions for the application process. Refer to the online MSW application documents for details regarding specific application requirements. Admission Requirements  Bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited college or university  Cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher  Liberal arts coursework in the social sciences, humanities, biology, and statistics Application Checklist The application deadline is January 15 each year for matriculation in the following academic year. All application materials noted below are due by the application deadline. For more information go to www.augsburg.edu/msw or call 612-330-1101.         Completed application form Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the regionally-accredited institution granting the Bachelor’s degree and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. Liberal arts prerequisite coursework including four social science, three humanities, one biology, and one statistics course. These courses must be completed prior to enrollment. Completed BSW course equivalency checklist (for advanced standing applicants) Three recommendation checklist forms, with letters attached, submitted online Typed personal statement responding to the questions noted on the application form Results of the TOEFL language tests, if applicable Official international credit evaluation course-by-course review (for degrees completed outside of the United States) Admission as an international student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students in the Graduate Admissions section. Admission as a transfer student Students may apply to Augsburg as a transfer student. Transfer students follow the same procedure as new applicants. Transfer students may receive up to 22 transfer credits. (See Evaluation of Transfer Credit in the Academic Programs and Policies section of this catalog.) Eligible courses must be from a CSWE-accredited MSW program and students must have received a grade of B or higher. Students must complete no fewer than 30 credits at Augsburg in order to receive their MSW degree from Augsburg University. We do not grant academic credit for work or life experience. Admission with Advanced Standing Advanced standing is an application category open to those with a bachelor’s degree in social work from a program that is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Advanced standing applicants may seek waivers for the following eligible MSW courses: Human Behavior and the Social Environment, History of Social Welfare Policy, Practice Methods and Skills 1 and 2, and Integrative Field Seminars 1 and 2 (which include 420 field practicum hours). Advanced standing applicants must offer an equivalent BSW course for each with a grade of B or higher in order to receive a waiver. 97 Academic Policies Academic Achievement Students must maintain at least a 3.00 cumulative grade point average in the MSW program. If a student falls below a B average, the student will be placed on academic probation. A 3.00 cumulative grade point average must be restored in order for a student to be removed from probation. If the cumulative grade point average again falls below 3.00, the student may be dismissed from the program. Students are retained in the program who can:     Maintain expected grade point average (3.00 or higher) Complete course requirements of the program and field placement in a timely manner Complete the program within four years Abide by the department’s Standards for Social Work Education and the NASW Code of Ethics No more than two courses with a grade of B- will count toward the degree. Courses with a grade below B- must be repeated. No more than two courses can be repeated. If a student receives a grade below B- in a field course, the MSW director will initiate a Level 3 review, as outlined in section 3.2 of the Standards for Social Work Education. Evaluation of Student Field Performance The criteria for evaluating field performance can be found in the MSW Field Manual, which is located on the MSW program Moodle page. The MSW Field Manual may be requested from the MSW Field Coordinator or MSW program staff. Four-Year Limit All students are required to finish the degree within four years of matriculation. See the Academic Programs and Policies section of this catalog for policy on continuation of coursework or final thesis. Leave of Absence Students who interrupt their program enrollment must request a leave of absence through the MSW program in order to maintain their admitted status. The request must be made in writing or via the student’s Augsburg email account. A leave of absence typically requires a full year away from the program in order to return to classes in sequence. Prerequisite Courses All foundation courses are prerequisite to the concentration courses. Students may not enroll in the concentration courses until successfully completing all foundation courses. In addition there are individual courses that are prerequisite to other individual courses in the MSW curriculum. These are listed in the MSW Student Handbook. Program Costs In addition to tuition fees, MSW students may expect to a pay a facilities fee and a field program fee. Students can also expect to purchase textbooks and student liability insurance when in a field placement. There may also be additional fees associated with short-term study abroad electives. Graduate Scholarship Search Tips As you may know, graduate students do not have access to many of the financial aid opportunities open to undergraduates. Because of this, we strongly encourage you to spend time doing your own independent research into graduate funding available locally, nationally, and internationally. The simplest way to begin a search for graduate funding is to look online. There are many scholarship search engines online. The following websites may provide a good starting point for your search: www.naswfoundation.org www.gradloans.com 98 www.cswe.org www.gradschools.com www.mnssa.org www.fastweb.com www.aauw.org www.gradview.com www.finaid.org www.petersons.com www.studentaid.ed.gov Examples of Social Work Graduate Scholarships  Carl A. Scott Book Scholarship  Two $500 scholarships offered each year to students from ethnic groups of color. Applications due in May (go to www.cswe.org).  Gosnell Scholarship Funds  Ten awards ($1,000-$4,000) offered to social work students interested in working with American Indian/Alaska Native and Hispanic/Latino populations or in public and voluntary nonprofit agency settings. Applications due in August (see www.naswfoundation.org).  Vern Lyons Scholarship  One award ($2,000) offered to students interested in health/mental health practice and a commitment to the African American community. Applications due in August (see www.naswfoundation.org).  American Board of Examiners in Clinical Social Work  Several awards ($1,000 each) offered to students who demonstrate excellence in preparation for clinical social work practice. Applications due in March (see www.abecsw.org).  MSSA Diversity Educational Scholarship  One $500 award offered to students from African-American, American Indian, Asian, LGBT, Hispanic and Immigrant Cultures in completing their education in the Human Service Field. Applications due in June (see www.mnsocialserviceassoc.org).  Marjorie J. Carpenter Scholarship  One $1,500 award offered to students seeking education in the human service field so they may enhance their professional and/or technical skill development. Applications due in June (see www.mnsocialserviceassoc.org). Augsburg Scholarships Augsburg’s Social Work Department offers several scholarships each year. Students who are enrolled in the first year of the program are eligible to apply. Awards range in amount from $300 to $1,500.        Phyllis M. Baker Memorial Scholarship Edwina L. Hertzberg Scholarship Arvida Norum Memorial Scholarship Steen Family Scholarship Fund for Minority Social Work Students Edwin Yattaw Memorial Scholarship Bodo F. Suemnig Memorial Scholarship Blanca Rosa Egas Memorial Scholarship AmeriCorps Tuition Discount Augsburg offers a tuition discount to students who are or have been AmeriCorps volunteers—25% off the tuition cost of one course per semester. This would apply to all semesters of the MSW program. Contact the Enrollment Center for more information. 99 Augsburg Partnership Grant The Augsburg Partnership Grant applies to new enrolling students only and allows employees of partner institutions to receive a 10% tuition discount. If a student enrolls in an Employer Tuition Reimbursement Payment Plan, the $20 processing fee is also waived. Contact the Enrollment Center for more information. Military Discount See description in the Financing Your Education section of the catalog. MSW Forum All MSW students are invited to participate in the student-run organization, the MSW Forum. The purpose of the forum is to facilitate communication between social work students and the social work department, as well as to provide the opportunity for student participation in departmental governance, curriculum development, and program improvements. As such, forum members are invited to attend Social Work Department meetings via representatives. The forum has historically been volunteer based. Any student may serve on the forum, provided the student can make a commitment to attend the meetings and share in the efforts. The MSW director and MSW program coordinator also serve on the forum. Other faculty may be invited as permanent members or as guests. Past forum members established these guidelines:       Provide an avenue for students to share and discuss ideas and/or concerns related to the MSW educational experience with the Social Work Department Encourage constructive dialogue among students, faculty, and department and University administrators Make recommendations to the department regarding program improvements Receive and give feedback on expectations of faculty, students, and the University Plan and coordinate MSW student events, lectures, discussions Organize social action projects MSW Faculty Laura Boisen, Professor of Social Work, MSW Field Coordinator. BS, Wartburg College; MSSW, University of Wisconsin; MPA, Iowa State University; PhD, University of Minnesota. Lois A. Bosch, Professor of Social Work, MSW Program Director. BA, Northwestern College; MSW, University of Iowa; PhD, University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign. Nishesh Chalise, Assistant Professor of Social Work, BS, Environmental Sciences, Kathmandu University, Nepal; MSW, Brown School, Washington University; PhD, Brown School, Washington University. Ankita Deka, Associate Professor of Social Work. BA, Delhi University; MSW, Tata Institute of Social Sciences; PhD, Indiana University. Christina Erickson, Associate Professor of Social Work, BSW Field Coordinator. BS, University of Minnesota; MSW, University of Minnesota-Duluth; PhD, University of Illinois-Chicago. Melissa Hensley, Associate Professor of Social Work, Field Education Coordinator. BA, MSW, PhD, Washington University in St. Louis; MHA, University of Missouri–Columbia. Bibiana Koh, Assistant Professor of Social Work, BSW Program Director. BA, Hartwick College; MA, Columbia University; MAT, School for International Training; MSW, Smith College; PhD, University of Minnesota. Barbara Lehmann, Associate Professor of Social Work. BA, Knox College; MSW, Tulane University; PhD, Case Western Reserve University. Nancy Rodenborg, Professor of Social Work. BA, Indiana University; MSW, University of Minnesota; MIA, School of International Training; PhD, University of Arizona. 100 Michael Schock, Associate Professor of Social Work, Department Chair. BA, University of Washington; MSW, University of Minnesota; PhD, University of Washington. Visiting Faculty Susan Conlin, LICSW, Paula Watts Zehringer MSW Staff Doran Edwards, BSW Program Assistant Director Emily Glynn, MSW Program Coordinator Lydia Madden, Social Work Department Coordinator & MSW Field Assistant 101 Augsburg University Board of Regents For more details, go to www.augsburg.edu/about/leadership/regents. Andra Adolfson Ann B. Ashton-Piper Karen A. Durant ’81 Matthew K. Entenza, J.D. Mark A. Eustis Nicholas C. Gangestad ‘86 Amit K. Ghosh ‘12 M.B.A., M.D. Alexander J. Gonzalez ‘90 Norman R. Hagfors Jodi L. Harpstead Rev. Marlene Whiterabbit Helgemo Bishop Richard N. Hoyme, ex-officio Diane L. Jacobson, Ph.D. Rev. Rolf A. Jacobson, Ph.D. Wayne D. Jorgenson ‘71 Toby Piper LaBelle ‘96 The Honorable LaJune Thomas Lange ’75, J.D. Steven E. Larson ’71, M.D. André J. Lewis ’73, Ph.D. Dennis J. Meyer ‘78 Pamela Hanson Moksnes ‘79 Paul S. Mueller ’84, M.D. Jeffrey M. Nodland ’77 Lisa M. Novotny ’80 Paul C. Pribbenow, Ph.D. Rachel Pringnitz ‘02, ‘07 M.B.A. Earl W. Sethre ‘68 Dean A. Sundquist ‘81 Bishop Ann M. Svennungsen, ex-officio Jill N. Thomas, J.D. Rev. David L. Tiede, Ph.D. Vicki L. Turnquist Rev. Norman W. Wahl ’76, D.Min. Rev. Mark N. Wilhelm, Ph.D., ELCA advisory member Noya Woodrich, ‘92, ‘94 M.S.W. ELCA Vocation and Education Program Unit Executive Director Rev. Stephen Bouman, D.Min. Program Director for Colleges and Universities Rev. Mark N. Wilhelm, Ph.D. 102
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Search Result: Augsburg University 2017-2018 Course Descriptions (as of 7/13/2017) ACC – Accounting ACC221 Introduction to Financial Accounting 4 Semester Credits Introduction to business activities, basic concepts and fundamentals of accounting, the accounting cycle, and preparation of financial statemen...
Show more Augsburg University 2017-2018 Course Descriptions (as of 7/13/2017) ACC – Accounting ACC221 Introduction to Financial Accounting 4 Semester Credits Introduction to business activities, basic concepts and fundamentals of accounting, the accounting cycle, and preparation of financial statements. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ACC222 Introduction to Managerial Accounting 4 Semester Credits A continuation of ACC 221. Introduction to cost accounting for manufacturing. Basic concepts and fundamentals of managerial accounting, planning and controlling processes, decision-making, and behavioral considerations. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ACC221(Introduction to Financial Accounting) ACC295 Topics 4 Semester Credits Lectures, discussions, meetings with members of the staff or visiting faculty regarding research methodology and readings in the areas of business administration. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(Consent of Instructor) ACC299 Directed Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ACC322 Intermediate Accounting I 4 Semester Credits An analysis of financial accounting with emphasis on accounting theory pertaining to financial statements, income concepts, valuation concepts, FASB statements, and other relevant issues as applied to assets. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ACC222(Introduction to Managerial Accounting) ACC323 Intermediate Accounting II 4 Semester Credits A continuation of ACC 322. An analysis of financial accounting with emphasis on accounting theory pertaining to financial statements, income concepts, valuation concepts, FASB statements, and other relevant issues as applied to liabilities and stockholders’ equity. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ACC322(Intermediate Accounting I) 1 ACC324 Managerial Cost Accounting 4 Semester Credits Accounting tools for heavy manufacturing systems as well as for managerial decision making. Planning, budgeting, standard cost systems, as well as other quantitative and behavioral topics. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of BUS200(Exploring Business as a Vocation), BUS242(Principles of Management); 1 of MAT163(Introductory Statistics), MAT373(Probability and Statistics I), MIS379(Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics); ACC221(Introduction to Financial Accounting), ACC222(Introduction to Managerial Accounting), MKT252(Principles of Marketing) ACC326 Tax Accounting 4 Semester Credits The more common and important provisions of planning and compliance for income taxes. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of BUS331(Financial Management), FIN331(Financial Management); ACC221(Introduction to Financial Accounting), ECO112(Principles of Macroeconomics), ECO113(Principles of Microeconomics) ACC423 Auditing 4 Semester Credits Internal and external auditing procedures. Emphasis on the CPA’s role to form the basis of opinion on a set of financial statements. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level); ACC323(Intermediate Accounting II) ACC425 Advanced Accounting 4 Semester Credits Accounting for business combinations, consolidations, governmental accounting, partnership accounting, and fund accounting. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ACC323(Intermediate Accounting II) ACC495 Topics 4 Semester Credits This course is designed for Accounting and Finance majors who want to gain an understanding of accounting information systems. Introduction to the conceptual framework of accounting information systems using modeling to develop and design of accounting system using flow charting tools, data and system analysis, implementation of controls and relevant audit procedures. Course leverages Microsoft Access, Quickbooks modules and other technologies involved in accounting cycles (A/R, payroll, purchasing, etc). Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(Consent of Instructor) ACC499 Independent Study/Research 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None AIS – American Indian Studies AIS105 2 Introduction to American Indian Studies 4 Semester Credits Designed to introduce students to the content areas of the American Indian Studies curriculum, this course includes an overview of American Indian history, federal Indian policy, land issues, reservation and urban issues, cross-cultural influences, and American Indian literature, art, music, and language. Core Curriculum Component: Engaging Minneapolis, Humanities Prerequisite(s): None AIS205 Contemporary American Indians 4 Semester Credits In this topics-oriented course, students focus on issues that face contemporary American Indians, including tribal sovereignty and identity politics, treaty rights, language retention and education, religious freedom, and Indian activism. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None AIS208 Native American Women and Film 4 Semester Credits This course explores Native American women in film history as racial representations in Hollywood cinema, as political and social forces in indigenous film, and as role models in documentary. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None AIS233 Women: A Cross-Cultural Perspective 4 Semester Credits This course examines a variety of issues concerning the biological, evolutionary, and historical origins of women’s roles and status in society. Comparative roles of women are examined in tribal contexts across various indigenous cultures. Studies include the role of women in Native American and African tribes, peasant societies of eastern Europe, Mexico, the Middle East, and China. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None AIS264 American Indian in the Cinema 4 Semester Credits Indians in the Cinema surveys various images of American Indians created by Hollywood and television. Focusing on films from the 1910s to the present, the course provides an understanding of how American Indians were portrayed in film historically, how this image has evolved over the past century, and how it is reflective of Western cultural and racial ideologies. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None AIS299 Directed Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None AIS305 Indigenous Issues of the Americas 4 Semester Credits 3 This travel seminar explores issues faced by indigenous people of the Americas. Each group faces similar challenges that manifest differently due to the political, social, and cultural influence about sovereignty, land rights, economy, religion, cultural survival, women's issues, and political movements through site visits of the dominant culture in each country. Students will learn and interact with indigenous organizations. This course is cross-listed with Women's Studies. May be taken in conjunction with WST 490 or AIS 490. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None AIS320 American Indian Women 4 Semester Credits Through life histories of Indian women, the course examines the vital roles and contributions of women in past and present tribal cultures. It explores the continuity of women’s roles over times and the changes in these roles, precipitated by the influences of Western colonialism. The course also assesses how American Indian women have crossed cultural boundaries and influenced nontribal communities through their activism and traditionalism. This course is cross-listed with women’s studies. Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None AIS332 Native American Storytelling 4 Semester Credits The objective of this course is to study Native American storytelling from a cultural perspective. An appreciation of oral traditions will be emphasized and studied within the broader context of world mythologies. Students will be expected to perform storytelling and to research the various tribal storytelling traditions. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None AIS355 Themes in American Indian Literature 4 Semester Credits The course is structured around a number of writers working within a particular theme such as Native Voices of Minnesota, Voices from the Southwest, Poetics and Politics of Native Writing, Women and Power in Native Literature, Urban-Reservation: Homing, and American Indian film-literature adaptation. Students focus on primary texts, comparing and contrasting theme, voice, aesthetic, or cultural emphasis as it shifts or arises across the group of texts. Course cross-lists with English. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None AIS364 Indigenous Filmmakers 4 Semester Credits Indigenous Filmmakers introduces students at the junior and senior level to the exciting and expanding field of indigenous media— specifically films made by Native Americans. We will explore the political and social forces at work behind the American indigenous film movement, which responds to mainstream film’s portrayal of Native Americans and provides an extraordinary range in perspectives and views that inform Native American cultures. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None AIS396 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None AIS397 Internship 4 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None AIS399 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None AIS405 Indigenous Activism and Resistance in the Americas 4 Semester Credits This course explores ongoing and current forms of activism and resistance across North and South America that are directly related to cultural survival and continuity, issues of sovereignty and peoplehood, autonomy and self-determination, and decolonization. Core Curriculum Component: Keystone Prerequisite(s): 1 of AIS105(Introduction to American Indian Studies), AIS205(Contemporary American Indians), AIS305(Indigenous Issues of Central America) AIS408 Native American Women and Film 4 Semester Credits Beginning with issues of representation and a history of Hollywood’s portrayal of Native American woman as princess figures, sexualized maidens, or squaws, we will expand our conceptualization of Native American women by putting into conversation a variety of voices that talk back to or address mainstream stereotypes of Native American women. Our goal is to expand our conceptualizations of Native American women and their important roles in society by examining a variety of cultural issues as they are presented through documentary and fiction films made by and about Native American women. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of AIS105(Introduction to American Indian Studies), AIS205(Contemporary American Indians), AIS233(Women: A Cross-Cultural Perspective), AIS264(American Indian in the Cinema), WST201(Foundations in Women's Studies), WST205(Intro to Lesbian and Gay Studies), WST208(Native American Women and Film), WST241(Environmental and River Politics), WST265(Women in American Culture), WST281(Topics) AIS490 Indigenous Issues of the Americas 4 Semester Credits This travel seminar explores issues faced by indigenous people of the Americas. Each group faces similar challenges that manifest differently due to the political, social, and cultural influence about sovereignty, land rights, economy, religion, cultural survival, women's issues, and political movements through site visits of the dominant culture in each country. Students will learn and interact with indigenous organizations. Core Curriculum Component: Keystone Prerequisite(s): None AIS495 Topics 4 Semester Credits Individual courses designed to investigate specific topics such as Minnesota Indians, Contemporary Indigenous Issues of North and South America, and American Indian Literature Seminar. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None AIS498 Independent Study/Research 2 Semester Credits 5 Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None AIS499 Independent Study 4 Semester Credits An independently designed research project. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ANT – Anthropology ANT141 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology 4 Semester Credits This course serves as an introduction to cultural anthropology. Course objectives include providing students with an understanding of anthropological methods and theories, the concepts of race and culture, an appreciation and awareness of differing cultures, and an awareness of the role cultural anthropology has in understanding contemporary human problems. Core Curriculum Component: Social and Behavioral Sciences Prerequisite(s): None ANT295 Topics in Anthropology 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ANT495 Topics in Anthropology 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ART – Art ART100 Special Topics 4 Semester Credits Selected courses dealing with special topics, offered occasionally in the department. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ART102 Design 4 Semester Credits A study of design is the unifying foundation for the visual arts. Two- and three-dimensional projects demonstrate theory and application of basic design elements and principles. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None ART103 6 Special Topics 1 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ART105 Introduction to Architectural Drawing 4 Semester Credits This course develops basic skills involved in perceiving and representing the material environment through the study of sketching and drawing skills. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None ART106 Introduction to Chinese Calligraphic Arts 4 Semester Credits Introduction and practice of Chinese calligraphic painting and writing. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None ART107 Drawing 4 Semester Credits Introduction to foundational drawing from direct observation, memory, and reference. Traditional and experimental media and methods are explored to develop technical and formal skills in support of individual expression. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None ART118 Painting I 4 Semester Credits Introduction to observational and experimental approaches and techniques in acrylic or oil painting. Color theory, composition, painting methods, and individual expression are emphasized. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None ART122 Plein Air Sketching I 4 Semester Credits Introduction to traditional sketching media and approaches for drawing en plein air, outside and on location. Portable, all-weather materials and processes, and perceptual techniques are emphasized to create a sketchbook of drawings from direct observation. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None ART124 Graphic Design Production: InDesign 1 Semester Credits This introductory course focuses on some of the basic features of the most current version of Adobe InDesign and Acrobat Pro so that the student can navigate the software environment and use InDesign tools to create page layouts. This course explores the process of creating and managing multiple page layouts with variable page content. Core Curriculum Component: None 7 Prerequisite(s): None ART125 Graphic Design Production: Illustrator 1 Semester Credits This introductory course focuses on foundational skills in the most current version of Adobe Illustrator so that the student can develop a confident understanding of the software. Focus is placed on hands-on activities that demonstrate how these techniques can be used in combination to create engaging vector-based art such as illustrations, logos, advertisements, or other graphic documents. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ART201(Introduction to Graphic Design) *concurrent registration is acceptable* ART126 Graphic Design Production: Photoshop 1 Semester Credits This introductory course focuses on some of the basic features of the most current version of Adobe Photoshop so that the student can navigate the software environment and use Photoshop tools to work with photographic images. Focus is placed on hands-on activities that demonstrate how these techniques can be used in combination to create innovative visual effects. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ART201(Introduction to Graphic Design) *concurrent registration is acceptable* ART127 Graphic Design Production: HTML/CSS 1 Semester Credits This course provides foundational skills for interactive design. We will cover the following topics in this class: Principles of Web Design including usability and the tools to accomplish this including HTML5 and CSS3. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ART132 Photography I 4 Semester Credits This course introduces the technical skills, creative applications, and vocabulary of black-and-white film photography. Technical lectures and demonstrations cover 35mm camera operation, film processing, and black-and-white darkroom printing. Class lectures, readings, field trips, and research introduce students to the canon of photographic history, including a broad range of genres, historical contexts, and artistic practices. Students need a 35mm single lens reflex camera. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None ART133 Introduction to Digital Photography 4 Semester Credits This course introduces students to the conceptual and practical principles of digital photography. Fundamental terminology, concepts, and techniques of digital photography will be explored through lectures, readings, hands-on assignments, and field trips. Studio work emphasizes photography as a form of creative expression through digital cameras, software, scanners, and printers. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None ART199 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ART201 8 Introduction to Graphic Design 4 Semester Credits This course provides an introduction to the practice of graphic design. Design principles are explored in creating and organizing through visual communication. The focus of this class will be building the foundation in design programs such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop, and discovering the visual language necessary to develop as creative problem solvers. Graphic Design majors are encouraged to take ART 125 and ART 126 before or at the same time as this course. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None ART202 Typography 4 Semester Credits Study of the history, development, structures, and application of traditional and contemporary typography; exploration of letterforms using digital, hand-set type, and hand lettering. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ART125(Graphic Design Production: Illustrator) *concurrent registration is acceptable*; ART201(Introduction to Graphic Design) ART210 Drawing for Design in Architecture 4 Semester Credits Introduction to and exploration of the conceptual function of drawing in architecture. Exploration of the history of drawing in architecture, critical review of drawing conventions and systems, and examination of drawing processes as modes of perception and cognition. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ART105(Introduction to Architectural Drawing) ART215 Introduction to Web Design 4 Semester Credits This course provides an introduction to designing for the Internet. Students will learn basic skills for interactive design and will become familiar with design software to execute their designs. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None ART221 Sculpture I 4 Semester Credits An introduction to sculpture and three-dimensional design through the exploration of the inherent properties of various materials and processes. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None ART223 Print Making I 4 Semester Credits An introduction to traditional and experimental media and methods of printing. Intaglio, relief, and mono/unique methods are explored. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None ART226 Artist Workshop 1 Semester Credits 9 This course offers students the opportunity to work with a professional artist or designer. Students participate in workshops with the artist and complete a project through the approach of the guest artist. Emphasis is on working in a professional studio atmosphere. Course is repeatable. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(Consent of Instructor) ART231 Pre-Columbian,Colonial, & Contemporary Mexican Art 4 Semester Credits This course aims to develop an understanding and appreciation of Mexican art from the Pre-Columbian, colonial, and contemporary periods, with emphasis on Frida Kahlo and the muralist movement of Diego Rivera, David Alfredo Siqueiros, and José Clemente Orozco. Students will participate in numerous excursions to many museums as well as archaeological and historical sites. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None ART233 Collaborative Printmaking: A Press Free Approach 4 Semester Credits This online course is designed to engage creative, imaginative, and technical processes to produce prints without a press and to interpret works of art. Students learn water-based printmaking techniques while exploring several kinds of collaboration. Students critically analyze works of art produced by themselves and their peers, and through this analysis they will articulate different theories of aesthetics. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None ART240 Art History Survey 4 Semester Credits A survey of art of the Western world from prehistoric to modern times. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None ART243 History of Architecture to 1750 4 Semester Credits History of architecture and city planning from antiquity to 1750, as illustrated by Western and non-Western examples. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None ART244 History of Architecture after 1750 4 Semester Credits History of architecture and city planning since 1750, as illustrated by Western and non-Western examples. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None ART247 Life Drawing 4 Semester Credits Introduction to traditional and experimental methods and techniques for drawing the human figure through direct observation of the live nude model. Perceptual proportions, planes, and individual expression of the human form in space are emphasized. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts 10 Prerequisite(s): None ART249 The Designed Environment 4 Semester Credits This course addresses the designed environment, investigating architecture, landscape architecture, and urban design. Class sessions consist almost exclusively of extensive walking tours and site visits to prominent examples of design excellence. Core Curriculum Component: Engaging Minneapolis, Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None ART250 Ceramics I 4 Semester Credits An introduction to the making of pottery with an emphasis on handbuilding and throwing techniques combined with theory, concept, and form. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None ART257 Watercolor Painting I 4 Semester Credits Introduction to foundational techniques, and observational and experimental approaches to watercolor painting. Exploration of color theory, composition, and individual expression are emphasized. Includes some painting outside on location. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None ART265 Computer Drafting for Stage and Architecture 4 Semester Credits Computer Drafting for the Stage and Architecture is an introduction to using AutoCAD LT for drafting on the computer. Students will learn how to use basic AutoCAD commands to input information, organize, layout and print 2-D drafting plates, with an emphasis on drafting for the theater and architecture. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT103(Prealgebra), MAT103(Everyday Math), MPL(Math Placement Level 2) ART280 Hand Papermaking and Book Arts I 4 Semester Credits Introduction to hand papermaking, box building, and bookmaking; emphasizes the interplay of text, image, and form in the contemporary artist's book. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None ART290 Native American Art 4 Semester Credits An exploration of the rich heritage of visual arts from indigenous communities of North America, surveying the dynamic nature of Native American art spanning from pre-European contact into the present while exploring the political nature of that trajectory as it encounters cultural change, Western aesthetics, and Western concepts of art. Students will meet Native artists, visit a variety of Native American art galleries and exhibitions, and learn about the cultural, social, and political context surrounding Native American art. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters) 11 ART299 Directed Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ART300 Special Topics 4 Semester Credits Selected courses dealing with special topics, offered occasionally in the department. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ART305 Mid-Program Portfolio Review 1 Semester Credits Mid-Program Portfolio Review showcases studio art, art history, and graphic design majors’ emerging original creative production in a group exhibition to focus exploration in preparation for the rigor of the senior themed solo exhibition/project. Majors prepare a portfolio of original creative production, digitally document it, write and present a position statement, and engage a variety of audiences in critical dialogue. Faculty conducts a formal review of the exhibition, presentation and portfolio. Students who do not pass ART 305 do not continue in the major. (Prerequisite: Completion of 16 credits, at least 8 at Augsburg.) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ART306 Advanced Chinese Calligraphic Arts 4 Semester Credits Advanced practice of Chinese calligraphic painting and writing. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ART106(Introduction to Chinese Calligraphic Arts) ART315 Graphic Systems 4 Semester Credits Graphic Systems explores design concepts and production for interactive experiences as seen through publications (screen/print), wayfinding, and digital platforms. Time, scale, cues, and interface will be considered in both theory and practice through research and projects. Time in concerned with the rational progression of a story, but also informs the sequenced order of an exhibit or navigation. Scale refers to the size or breadth of a book as much as it refers to the size of an image on a page, printed, or electronic. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ART124(Graphic Design Production: InDesign) *concurrent registration is acceptable*; ART127(Graphic Design Production: HTML/CSS) *concurrent registration is acceptable*; ART202(Typography) ART322 Plein Air Sketching II 4 Semester Credits Advanced study of drawing en plein air emphasizes creating a sketchbook outside on location to explore advanced observational technique, significant experiential engagement, complex composition, and emerging personal style using portable all-weather materials and processes. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ART122(Plein Air Sketching I) ART324 Design Studio I 12 4 Semester Credits As part of the design agency, students will become familiar with working on real-world projects. Through an intense, collaborative, project-based approach, this class explores the practice of graphic design. Students will extend their learning beyond the classroom and work with community partners to create a variety of design projects. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ART126(Graphic Design Production: Photoshop), ART201(Introduction to Graphic Design), ART202(Typography) ART326 Design Studio II 4 Semester Credits As part of the design agency, students will become competent in the skills necessary to execute real-world projects. Through an intense, collaborative, project-based approach, this class explores the practice of graphic design. Students will extend their learning beyond the classroom and work with community partners to create a variety of design projects. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ART224(Publication Design), ART305(Junior Exhibition and Review), ART324(Design Studio I) ART332 Photography II 4 Semester Credits Advanced study that focuses on refining the skills and visual vocabulary introduced in ART 132. Emphasis on portfolio development using advanced black-and-white materials. Semester projects encourage individual creativity and examination of critical issues in contemporary photography. Students must provide their own 35mm camera. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ART132(Photography I) ART333 Advanced Digital Photography 4 Semester Credits This advanced course explores the technical, creative, conceptual, and ethical aspects of digital photography. Through a series of lectures, demonstrations, projects, critiques, and guest presenters, students will expand their knowledge of photography using digital technology within the fine arts context. Students will also spend time shooting assignments, working in the computer lab, attending exhibitions, reading the text, and writing. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ART133(Introduction to Digital Photography) ART340 Digital Imaging 4 Semester Credits Exploration of visual communications in the electronic environments using various software programs to create digital images, animation, and digital games. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ART347 Advanced Drawing 4 Semester Credits Advanced study of drawing emphasizes open exploration of drawing media, methods, and surfaces in support of subject matter, themed series, individual style, and original expression. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ART107(Drawing), ART247(Life Drawing), ART322(Plein Air Sketching II) ART349 The Designed Environment 13 4 Semester Credits This course addresses the designed environment, investigating architecture, landscape architecture, and urban design. Class sessions consist almost exclusively of extensive walking tours and site visits to prominent examples of design excellence. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level) ART351 Ceramics II 4 Semester Credits Advanced work in ceramics explores clay, glaze, and firing technology with a continued emphasis on throwing and handbuilding techniques combined with theory, concept, and form. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ART250(Ceramics I) ART352 Women and Art 4 Semester Credits A study of the creative role of women in the visual arts, including the fine arts, the traditional arts, and the arts of Native American women. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level) ART355 Painting II 4 Semester Credits Advanced study in acrylic or oil painting emphasizes individual expression and emerging style through advanced color theory, series development, and exploration of individual subject matter, approach, and method. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ART118(Painting I) ART357 Watercolor Painting Il 4 Semester Credits Advanced study in watercolor painting emphasizes individual expression and emerging style through advanced color theory, series development, and exploration of individual subject matter, approach, and method. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ART257(Watercolor Painting I) ART368 Print Making II 4 Semester Credits Continued exploration of intaglio, relief, and mono/unique methods. Use oflarger formats, multiple plates, and an emphasis on color are encouraged. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ART223(Print Making I) ART380 Hand Papermaking and Book Arts II 4 Semester Credits Advanced exploration in hand papermaking and book arts, emphasizing individual research and expression. 14 Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ART280(Hand Papermaking and Book Arts I) ART382 Scandinavian Arts 4 Semester Credits The visual arts in Scandinavia from the Stone Age to the present, including architecture, folk arts, painting, sculpture, and design. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ART385 Prehistoric and Ancient Art 4 Semester Credits The art of the Ice Age through the Roman period to the fourth century A.D. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ART386 Medieval Art 4 Semester Credits Early Christian through late Gothic and proto-Renaissance painting, sculpture, and architecture in Europe. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level) ART387 Renaissance and Baroque Art 4 Semester Credits European painting, sculpture, and architecture, from the 14th through the 18th centuries. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level) ART388 Modern Art 4 Semester Credits Painting, sculpture, and architecture from Neoclassicism through the present. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level) ART389 American Art 4 Semester Credits A study of early colonial through contemporary American art, architecture, and folk arts. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ART390 Native American Art 4 Semester Credits 15 This course surveys the rich and dynamic heritage of visual arts from indigenous communities of North America, spanning from preEuropean contact into the present. Students will meet Native artists, visit a variety of Native American art galleries and exhibitions, and learn about the cultural, social, and political context surrounding Native American art. ART390 is open to art history students only. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters); ART240(Art History Survey) ART396 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ART397 Internship 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None ART398 Internship 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ART399 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None ART405 Senior Exhibition/Project and Review 3 Semester Credits This course showcases studio art, art history and graphic design majors’ developing creative production through solo exhibition and review. Majors learn professional practices and writing for the arts, produce themed original creative production for exhibition, create digital portfolio and identity package, prepare work for presentation, install exhibition, engage a variety of audiences in critical dialogue, participate in formal faculty review and reflect on vocation. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ART305(Junior Exhibition and Review) ART424 Advanced Design Studio III 4 Semester Credits As part of the design agency, students will learn the principles of leading a team through real-world projects. Through an intense, collaborative, project-based approach, this class explores the practice of graphic design as well as the components of managing creative projects. Students will extend their learning beyond the classroom and work with community partners to create a variety of design projects. Emphasis is placed on cultivating the student's personal interests and abilities, editing and refining the range and quality of portfolio work. Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): ART315(Web Design II), ART326(Design Studio II) ART425 Advanced Design Studio IV 16 4 Semester Credits As part of the design agency, students will lead teams through real-world projects. Through an intense, collaborative, project-based approach, this class explores the practice of graphic design as well as competencies of managing creative projects. Students will extend their learning beyond the classroom and work with community partners to create a variety of design projects. Core Curriculum Component: Keystone Prerequisite(s): ART424(Advanced Design Studio III) *concurrent registration is acceptable* ART478 Sculpture II 4 Semester Credits Advanced work in sculpture and three-dimensional design. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ART221(Sculpture I) ART498 Independent Study 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ART499 Independent Study/Research 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ASL – American Sign Language ASL101 Beginning American Sign Language I 4 Semester Credits An introduction to deaf culture and the signs and syntax of ASL. Students observe the demonstration of signs, practice their own signing, and learn the facial expressions and body language needed to communicate clearly with deaf and hard-of-hearing people. Core Curriculum Component: Modern Language 1 Prerequisite(s): None ASL102 Beginning American Sign Language II 4 Semester Credits An introduction to deaf culture and the signs and syntax of ASL. Students observe the demonstration of signs, practice their own signing, and learn the facial expressions and body language needed to communicate clearly with deaf and hard-of-hearing people. Core Curriculum Component: Modern Language 2 Prerequisite(s): ASL101(Beginning American Sign Language I) AUG – Augsburg Seminar AUG101 Augsburg Seminar 1 Semester Credits A weekly seminar linked to a course or course pair that integrates course content with learning strategies and community-building opportunities beneficial to beginning college students. While the content course is graded on a traditional point basis, Augsburg 17 Seminar is graded P/N. Permission to complete the seminar if the student withdraws from the linked content course(s) is at the discretion of the instructor(s). (P/N grading only) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): FIRSTYEAR(First Year Student) AUGEX – Augsburg Experience AUGEX1 Augsburg Experience - Non-credit International Immersion 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): AUGEX1(Augsburg Experience, Study Abroad) AUGEX2 Augsburg Experience - Faculty/Student Research 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): AUGEX2(Augsburg Experience, Faculty/Student Research) AUGEX3 Augsburg Experience - Non-credit Internship 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): AUGEX3(Augsburg Experience, Non-credit Internship) AUGEX4 Augsburg Experience - Work Connections 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): AUGEX4(Augsburg Experience, Work Connections) AUGEX5 Augsburg Experience - Special Immersion 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): AUGEX5(Augsburg Experience, Special Immersion) BIO – Biology BIO102 The Biological World 4 Semester Credits The basic concepts of biology pertaining to both plants and animals are emphasized. The nature of science and the approach used by scientists to gather and analyze data and propose and test hypotheses are considered. Concurrent registration in BIO102L is required. (Three one-hour lectures, one three-hour laboratory. Does not apply to the major or minor.) Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Lab) Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT103(Prealgebra), MAT103(Everyday Math), MPL(Math Placement Level 2) BIO102L The Biological World Lab 0 Semester Credits 18 Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO102(The Biological World) *concurrent registration is required* BIO103 Human Anatomy and Physiology 4 Semester Credits A survey of the structure and function of the human body. Concurrent registration in BIO103L is required. (Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory. A student may not receive credit for both BIO 121 and 103. Does not apply to the major or minor.) Students are strongly encouraged to take CHM 102 or another chemistry course before taking this class. Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Lab) Prerequisite(s): 1 of HPE104(Components of Fitness Training), MUS101(Materials of Music I), MUS111(Aural Skills I) BIO103L Human Anatomy and Physiology Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO103(Human Anatomy and Physiology) *concurrent registration is required* BIO118 Environmental Biology 4 Semester Credits Analyze the most important issues in environmental biology with special emphasis on biodiversity, drawing particularly from examples in Mexico. Students will learn about theoretical and applied issues regarding the ecological framework of tropical America through lectures, required readings, fieldwork, and lab work. Concurrent registration in BIO118L is required. This course may be used as a substitute to meet the ENV 120 requirement in the ENV major, and meets the Natural Sciences LAF. Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Lab) Prerequisite(s): None BIO118L Environmental Biology Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO118(Environmental Biology) *concurrent registration is required* BIO121 Human Biology 4 Semester Credits An introduction to basic biological principles with a human perspective and application. Includes discussion of the molecular and cellular basis of life, genetics and genetic disease, selected organ systems and disease, and the sustainability of life on Earth. Concurrent registration in BIO121L is required. (Three hours lecture, one three-hour lab. A student may not receive credit for both BIO 121 and 103. Does not apply to the major or minor in biology. Students are strongly encouraged to take CHM 102 before taking this class. ) Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Lab) Prerequisite(s): None BIO121L Human Biology Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO121(Human Biology) *concurrent registration is required* BIO150 Introductory Biology Workshop 2 Semester Credits 19 An elective workshop for students concurrently enrolled in BIO 151 Introductory Biology. Students will explore topics covered in BIO 151 in more depth using AVID-based strategies for succeeding in college-level biology courses. P/N grading only. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO151(Introductory Biology) *concurrent registration is required*, CONSENT(Consent of Instructor) BIO151 Introductory Biology 4 Semester Credits First of a two-semester sequence. An introduction to biology for science majors, including cell and molecular biology, energy metabolism, genetics. BIO 151 and 152 must be taken in sequence except by permission of instructor. Concurrent registration in BIO151L is required. (Three hours of lecture, three hours laboratory, some Saturday field trips.) Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Lab) Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3) BIO151L Introductory Biology Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO151(Introductory Biology) *concurrent registration is required* BIO152 Evolution, Ecology and Diversity 4 Semester Credits Second of a two-semester introductory sequence. An introduction to evolution, ecology, and biological diversity for science majors. Concurrent registration in BIO152L is required. (Three hours of lecture, four hours laboratory.) Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO151(Introductory Biology) BIO152L Evolution Ecology and Diversity Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO152(Evolution, Ecology and Diversity) *concurrent registration is required* BIO199 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of All of BIO113(Introductory Organismal Biology), BIO114(Intro Genetics Evolution and Ecolo); All of BIO151(Introductory Biology), BIO152(Evolution, Ecology and Diversity) BIO253 Introductory Cellular Biology 4 Semester Credits An introduction to structure and function in tissues, cells, and subcellular organelles. Concurrent registration in BIO253L is required. (Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory.) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of CHM106(Principles of Chemistry II), CHM116(General Chemistry II) BIO253L Introductory Cellular Biology Lab 0 Semester Credits 20 Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO253(Introductory Cellular Biology) *concurrent registration is required* BIO255 Genetics 4 Semester Credits A study of the principles of heredity. The course integrates classical transmission genetics, molecular genetics, and genomics. Special topics will include epigenetics, developmental genetics, and human disease genetics. Contemporary genetic model systems will be utilized in laboratory experiments. Concurrent registration in BIO255L is required. (Three hours of lecture, four hours of laboratory.) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO151(Introductory Biology), BIO152(Evolution, Ecology and Diversity), CHM116(General Chemistry II), MPL(Math Placement Group 3) BIO255L Genetics Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO255(Genetics) *concurrent registration is required* BIO297 Directed Study: Research in Biology 2 Semester Credits Directed research with a faculty mentor. No more than two terms may be applied to minimum graduation requirements. Requires permission of instructor and chair of the department. (Pass/No Pass only) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None BIO299 Directed Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None BIO351 Invertebrate Zoology 4 Semester Credits A study of the invertebrate animals stressing classification, morphology, behavior, life history, and phylogeny. Concurrent registration in BIO351L is required. (Three hours of lecture, four hours of laboratory.) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO151(Introductory Biology), BIO152(Evolution, Ecology and Diversity) BIO351L Invertebrate Zoology Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO351(Invertebrate Zoology) *concurrent registration is required* BIO353 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy 4 Semester Credits Comparative anatomy, functional morphology, and evolutionary morphology of vertebrates. A study of vertebrate anatomy integrating the perspectives of embryology, morphology and phylogeny. Concurrent registration in BIO353L is required. (Three hours of lecture, four hours of laboratory.) 21 Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO151(Introductory Biology), BIO152(Evolution, Ecology and Diversity) BIO353L Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO353(Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy) *concurrent registration is required* BIO361 Plant Biology 4 Semester Credits A survey of the diversity and evolution of algae and plants. Topics on plant anatomy, physiology, phylogeny, ecological and economic importance, and plant-microbe interactions are integrated throughout. Concurrent registration in BIO361L is required. (Three hours of lecture, four hours of laboratory.) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO151(Introductory Biology), BIO152(Evolution, Ecology and Diversity) BIO361L Plant Biology Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO361(Plant Biology) *concurrent registration is required* BIO369 Biochemistry 4 Semester Credits The course addresses the chemical structure and function of the major biological macromolecules. Key topic areas are protein structure and function, enzyme mechanisms, thermodynamics, intermediary metabolism, and metabolic regulation. Concurrent registration in BIO369L is required. (Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory.) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of CHM251(Organic Chemistry I), CHM351(Organic Chemistry I); 1 of CHM251L(Organic Chemistry I Lab), CHM351L(Organic Chemistry I Lab); 1 of MAT114(Precalculus), MAT145(Calculus I), MAT163(Introductory Statistics), MAT164(Introductory Biostatistics), MAT248(Biostatistics), PSY215(Research Methods and Statistics I); BIO253(Introductory Cellular Biology) BIO369L Biochemistry Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO369(Biochemistry) *concurrent registration is required* BIO396 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None BIO397 Internship 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None 22 BIO398 Internship 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None BIO399 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): 1 of BIO215(Introductory Cellular Biology), BIO253(Introductory Cellular Biology) BIO440 Plant Physiology 4 Semester Credits An introduction to the basic principles of how plants function. Emphasis will be on the flowering plants and the processes involved with photosynthesis, growth, development, and water relations. The impact of abiotic and biotic stressors on plant physiology will be discussed. Concurrent registration in BIO440L is required. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO253(Introductory Cellular Biology) BIO440L Plant Physiology Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO440(Plant Physiology - Co-Req) *concurrent registration is required* BIO471 Advanced Cellular and Molecular Biology 4 Semester Credits An examination of mechanisms of molecular genetics, recombinant DNA technology, cell-signaling, cell cycle control, the cytoskeleton and select additional topics. Concurrent registration in BIO471L is required. (Three hours of lecture, four hours of laboratory.) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO369(Biochemistry) BIO471L Advanced Cellular and Molecular Biology Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO471(Advanced Cellular and Molecular Biology) *concurrent registration is required* BIO473 Animal Physiology 4 Semester Credits A study of digestion, respiration, circulation, excretion, movement, and sensory perception as well as neural and hormonal control of these functions, emphasizing vertebrates. Concurrent registration in BIO473L is required. (Three hours of lecture, four hours of laboratory.) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT114(Precalculus), MAT145(Calculus I), MAT163(Introductory Statistics), MAT164(Introductory Biostatistics), MAT248(Biostatistics), PSY215(Research Methods and Statistics I); BIO253(Introductory Cellular Biology) BIO473L 23 Animal Physiology Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO473(Animal Physiology) *concurrent registration is required* BIO474 Developmental Biology 4 Semester Credits A study of development from the embryonic to adult stages. The course will focus on the physiological, molecular, and morphological changes that occur during development. Additional topics to be covered will include evolutionary developmental biology (evo devo), teratology, stem cells, regeneration, and cell death. Concurrent registration in BIO474L is required. (Three hours of lecture, four hours of laboratory.) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO253(Introductory Cellular Biology) BIO474L Developmental Biology Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO474(Developmental Biology) *concurrent registration is required* BIO475 Neurobiology 4 Semester Credits An introduction to the nervous system. Topics to be studied include the electrical activity of neurons, sensory and motor systems, mechanisms of learning and memory, animal behavior, and human cognition. Concurrent registration in BIO475L is required. (Three hours of lecture, four hours of laboratory.) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO253(Introductory Cellular Biology) BIO475L Neurobiology Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO475(Neurobiology) *concurrent registration is required* BIO476 Microbiology 4 Semester Credits An introduction to the study of microorganisms. Environmental, industrial, and medical issues are discussed, with particular attention paid to human pathogens. Concurrent registration in BIO476L is required. (Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory.) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO253(Introductory Cellular Biology) BIO476L Microbiology Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO476(Microbiology) *concurrent registration is required* BIO481 Ecology 24 4 Semester Credits A study of interactions between organisms and the biotic and abiotic environment. Topics include physiological ecology, energy flow, nutrient cycling, a survey of biomes, population and community ecology, and conservation. Concurrent registration in BIO481L is required. (Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory, some Saturday field trips.) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of CHM106(Principles of Chemistry II), CHM116(General Chemistry II); 1 of MAT114(Precalculus), MAT145(Calculus I), MAT163(Introductory Statistics), MAT248(Biostatistics), PSY215(Research Methods and Statistics I); BIO152(Evolution, Ecology and Diversity) BIO481L Ecology Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO481(Ecology) *concurrent registration is required* BIO485 Advanced Topics in Biology 2 Semester Credits An exploration of advanced topics in biology. Students will learn the foundational concepts of a topic of ongoing research in the biological sciences, and apply that knowledge as they read and discuss current scientific literature in that subject. Check Records and Registration for the topic and title of a given section. This course is repeatable. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO151(Introductory Biology), BIO152(Evolution, Ecology and Diversity), BIO253(Introductory Cellular Biology), BIO255(Genetics) BIO486 Immunology 4 Semester Credits A study of the mechanisms by which the immune system can recognize and neutralize or destroy foreign molecules and organisms. Aspects of immune dysfunction in allergy, autoimmunity, cancer and immunodeficiency are included. Concurrent registration in BIO486L is required. (Three hours of lecture, four hours of laboratory.) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO253(Introductory Cellular Biology), BIO255(Genetics) BIO486L Immunology Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO486(Immunology) *concurrent registration is required* BIO490 Biology Keystone 2 Semester Credits A seminar course that fulfills the keystone requirement. Several important biological issues that have ethical and societal implication and ramifications are explored, including the topics of the vocation of a scientist, connections between faith and science, and moral, ethical, and societal challenges faced by scientists. For senior biology majors. Core Curriculum Component: Keystone Prerequisite(s): None BIO495 Special Topics in Biology 4 Semester Credits Courses covering special topics not otherwise covered by our other course offerings. Topics may vary. 25 Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None BIO495L Topics: Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO495(Special Topics in Biology) *concurrent registration is required* BIO497 Independent Study 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None BIO499 Independent Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO253(Introductory Cellular Biology) BUS – Business Administration BUS199 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None BUS200 Exploring Business as a Vocation 4 Semester Credits This course is intended to introduce you, the student, to the possibility of pursuing a career in business as a vocational calling. In this course you will be exposed to the key areas of business operations including: management, marketing, management information systems/technology, finance, accounting, and international business. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None BUS242 Principles of Management 4 Semester Credits Development of the theory of management, organization, staffing, planning, and control. The nature of authority, accountability, and responsibility; analysis of the role of the professional manager. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None BUS254 Entrepreneurship 4 Semester Credits The process of transforming an idea into an organization that can market this idea successfully. Examines the construction of a viable business plan with attention to the resources needed for success. Core Curriculum Component: None 26 Prerequisite(s): None BUS295 Topics 4 Semester Credits Lectures, discussions, meetings with members of the staff or visiting faculty regarding research methodology and readings in the areas of business administration. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(Consent of Instructor) BUS299 Directed Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None BUS301 Business Law 4 Semester Credits Legal rules relating to contracts, agency, negotiable instruments, property, and business organizations under the Uniform Commercial Code. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None BUS340 Human Resource Management 4 Semester Credits Personnel function in business, acquisition, and utilization of human resources; desirable working relationships; effective integration of the worker with the goals of the firm and society. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of BUS200(Exploring Business as a Vocation), BUS242(Principles of Management) BUS362 International Business 4 Semester Credits This course views international business from a global perspective, including views of the U.S. government and perspectives of foreign governments. Each topic is supported with real-life case studies. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ECO112(Principles of Macroeconomics), ECO113(Principles of Microeconomics); 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level); 1 of BUS200(Exploring Business as a Vocation), BUS242(Principles of Management), MKT252(Principles of Marketing) BUS396 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None BUS397 Internship 2 Semester Credits BUS397 provides direction and support for students completing internships. Classroom meetings will be scheduled. 27 Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None BUS398 Internship 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None BUS399 Internship 4 Semester Credits BUS399 provides direction and support for students completing internships. Classroom meetings will be scheduled. Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None BUS440 Strategic Management 4 Semester Credits Concepts and principles related to long-range planning. Taught from a managerial viewpoint with examples from various industries and sectors. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of BUS200(Exploring Business as a Vocation), BUS242(Principles of Management) BUS461 Global Business Management: Mexico and Emerging Markets - Mexico 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ECO112(Principles of Macroeconomics), ECO113(Principles of Microeconomics); 1 of BUS200(Exploring Business as a Vocation), BUS242(Principles of Management) BUS465 International Management 4 Semester Credits This course analyzes several factors influencing behavior in the workplace and the board room, including skills needed to manage across national borders. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of BUS200(Exploring Business as a Vocation), BUS242(Principles of Management); 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level) BUS495 Topics 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(Consent of Instructor) BUS499 Independent Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None 28 CAP – General Studies CAP001 CAP Seminar 0 Semester Credits Program (CAP). During individual meetings, students will work with an academic skills coach to develop study skills, address affective needs, and transition to college life. Meeting time is arranged with skills coach. (.0 course; P/N grading only; Prereq: conditional admit status). Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None CCS – Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies CCS100 Introduction to Cultural Studies 4 Semester Credits This course is an introduction to the critical study of cultures and cross-cultural difference. It examines the connections between social relations and the production of meaning. It sets the stage for global citizenship by revealing how our "position" in the world affects the way we view, interpret, and interact with other cultures. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None CCS295 Topics 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None CCS299 Directed Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None CCS397 Internship 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None CCS399 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None CCS495 Topics 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None 29 CCS499 Independent Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None CHM – Chemistry CHM102 Chemistry for Changing Times 4 Semester Credits Designed for the liberal arts student. Emphasis is upon developing basic chemistry concepts using examples primarily from inorganic chemistry. Does not count toward a chemistry major or minor. Note: must earn credit for both 102 and 102L to count as NSM-LAF. Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Lab) Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT103(Prealgebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 2) CHM102L Chemistry for Changing Times Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Lab) Prerequisite(s): CHM102(Chemistry for Changing Times) *concurrent registration is required* CHM115 General Chemistry I 4 Semester Credits This is the entry course for chemistry and related science majors, including biology and physics. Course topics include an introduction to matter and measurements, chemical equations, stoichiometry, energetics, electronic structure, and bonding theory. High school chemistry recommended. Note: must earn credit for both 115 and 115L to count as NSM-LAF. (Fall) Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Lab) Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3) CHM115L General Chemistry I Lab 1 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Lab) Prerequisite(s): CHM115(General Chemistry I) *concurrent registration is acceptable* CHM116 General Chemistry II 4 Semester Credits A continuation of Chemistry 115. Emphasis on equilibrium and solution chemistry including kinetics and electrochemistry. Note: must earn credit for both 116 and 116L to count as NSM-LAF. Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Lab) Prerequisite(s): CHM115(General Chemistry I), CHM115L(General Chemistry I Lab) CHM116L General Chemistry II Lab 1 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Lab) Prerequisite(s): CHM116(General Chemistry II) *concurrent registration is acceptable* CHM199 30 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None CHM251 Organic Chemistry I 4 Semester Credits Basic periodic trends and bonding principles are emphasized with focus on the first row elements. Spectroscopic and separation methods are introduced for both functional group and structural analysis of organic compounds, including IR, MS, GC, NMR, and chromatography. (Fall) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of CHM116L(General Chemistry II Lab), CHM116L(General Chemistry II Lab); CHM116(General Chemistry II) CHM251L Organic Chemistry I Lab 1 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CHM251(Organic Chemistry I) *concurrent registration is acceptable* CHM252 Organic Chemistry II 4 Semester Credits Organic functional groups are analyzed in multi-step synthesis. Retro-synthetic analysis is emphasized and practiced including oxidations, reductions, substitutions, eliminations, and aldol reactions. (Spring) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of CHM251(Organic Chemistry I), CHM351(Organic Chemistry I); 1 of CHM251L(Organic Chemistry I Lab), CHM351L(Organic Chemistry I Lab) CHM252L Organic Chemistry II Lab 1 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CHM252(Organic Chemistry II) *concurrent registration is acceptable* CHM280 Quantitative Analytical Chemistry 4 Semester Credits Covers gravimetric and volumetric analysis and solution equilibrium in detail and gives an introduction to electrochemical and spectrophotometric techniques of analysis. The laboratory involves quantitative analysis of a variety of samples, and includes trace analysis. (Spring) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of CHM116L(General Chemistry II Lab), CHM116L(General Chemistry II Lab); 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3); CHM116(General Chemistry II) CHM280L Quantitative Analytical Chemistry Lab 1 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CHM280(Quantitative Analytical Chemistry) *concurrent registration is acceptable* CHM299 Directed Study 31 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None CHM362 Physical Chemistry: Macroscopic Theory 4 Semester Credits Studies fundamental macroscopic theories and concepts of physical chemistry with a focus on thermodynamics and kinetics. (Fall) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of CHM116L(General Chemistry II Lab), CHM116L(General Chemistry II Lab); CHM116(General Chemistry II), MAT146(Calculus II), PHY122(General Physics II) CHM368 Physical Chemistry: Microscopic Theory 4 Semester Credits Studies fundamental microscopic theories and concepts of physical chemistry with a focus on quantum mechanics, molecular structure, spectroscopy, and statistical mechanics. (Spring) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of CHM116L(General Chemistry II Lab), CHM116L(General Chemistry II Lab); CHM116(General Chemistry II), MAT146(Calculus II), PHY122(General Physics II) CHM370 BioOrganic Chemistry 4 Semester Credits The study of chemistry in biological systems is one of five core areas of chemistry: inorganic, organic, physical, analytical, and biological, all exquisitely expressed in living organisms. Relationships between chemical structure, bond strengths and resulting physical/chemical properties, acid-base and metal-catalyzed/assisted reactions, kinetics/thermodynamics, and redox processes are studied in the context of information storage, transmission, expression, and control. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of CHM252(Organic Chemistry II), CHM352(Organic Chemistry II); 1 of CHM252L(Organic Chemistry II Lab), CHM352L(Organic Chemistry II Lab) CHM397 Internship 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): 1 of CHM116L(General Chemistry II Lab), CHM116L(General Chemistry II Lab); CHM116(General Chemistry II) CHM399 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): 1 of CHM116L(General Chemistry II Lab), CHM116L(General Chemistry II Lab); CHM116(General Chemistry II) CHM430 Advanced Thermodynamic and Separation Lab 2 Semester Credits A comprehensive lab course that provides hands-on experience in advanced topics in physical chemistry (kinetics and thermodynamics) and analytical chemistry (separation science and electrochemistry). 4-hr lab with a 1-hr recitation session each week. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of CHM252(Organic Chemistry II), CHM352(Organic Chemistry II); 1 of CHM252L(Organic Chemistry II Lab), CHM352L(Organic Chemistry II Lab); 1 of CHM280(Quantitative Analytical Chemistry), CHM353(Quantitative Analytical Chemistry); 1 of CHM280L(Quantitative Analytical Chemistry Lab), CHM353L(Quantitative Analytical Chemistry Lab) 32 CHM440 Advanced Synthesis Lab 2 Semester Credits A comprehensive lab course that provides experiences in advanced synthetic techniques in both organic and inorganic chemistry. 4-hr lab with a 1-hr recitation session each week. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of CHM252(Organic Chemistry II), CHM352(Organic Chemistry II); 1 of CHM252L(Organic Chemistry II Lab), CHM352L(Organic Chemistry II Lab); 1 of CHM280(Quantitative Analytical Chemistry), CHM353(Quantitative Analytical Chemistry); 1 of CHM280L(Quantitative Analytical Chemistry Lab), CHM353L(Quantitative Analytical Chemistry Lab) CHM450 Advanced Spectroscopy and Computational Chemistry Lab 2 Semester Credits A comprehensive lab course provides hands-on experience in advanced topics in spectroscopic instruments, both commercial and home-built. Students will also be exposed to computational modeling using quantum mechanical principles. 4-hr lab with a 1-hr recitation session each week. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of CHM252(Organic Chemistry II), CHM352(Organic Chemistry II); 1 of CHM252L(Organic Chemistry II Lab), CHM352L(Organic Chemistry II Lab); 1 of CHM280(Quantitative Analytical Chemistry), CHM353(Quantitative Analytical Chemistry); 1 of CHM280L(Quantitative Analytical Chemistry Lab), CHM353L(Quantitative Analytical Chemistry Lab) CHM464 Advanced Organic Chemistry 4 Semester Credits Study of advanced mechanistic analyses and physical organic chemistry principles of modern synthetic transformations. (Fall) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of CHM252(Organic Chemistry II), CHM352(Organic Chemistry II); 1 of CHM252L(Organic Chemistry II Lab), CHM352L(Organic Chemistry II Lab) CHM481 Instrumental Analysis 4 Semester Credits Emphasis on instrumental methods of analysis. Atomic, molecular, and electron spectroscopy, chromatography, electroanalytical, and surface analysis methods are covered. (Fall) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of CHM280(Quantitative Analytical Chemistry), CHM353(Quantitative Analytical Chemistry); 1 of CHM280L(Quantitative Analytical Chemistry Lab), CHM353L(Quantitative Analytical Chemistry Lab) CHM482 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry 4 Semester Credits Study of inorganic bonding and structural models, and a survey of inorganic substances and their reactions. Reactivity and bonding in coordination, cluster, and organometallic compounds are considered. (Spring) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of CHM252(Organic Chemistry II), CHM352(Organic Chemistry II); 1 of CHM252L(Organic Chemistry II Lab), CHM352L(Organic Chemistry II Lab); 1 of CHM362(Chemical Thermodynamics, Statistical Mechanics, and Kinetics), CHM368(Quantum Chemistry, Molecular Structure, and Spectroscopy) CHM491 Chemistry Seminar 0.5 Semester Credits This seminar is a weekly meeting of chemistry majors under the direction of the Augsburg Chemistry Society. Juniors and seniors are expected to participate, with seniors presenting papers. Outside visitors are also invited to participate. 33 Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None CHM494 Topics 2 Semester Credits Study of a specific area building upon inorganic, analytical, physical, or organic chemistry. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(Consent of Instructor) CHM495 Topics 4 Semester Credits Study of a specific area building upon inorganic, analytical, physical, or organic chemistry. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(Consent of Instructor) CHM497 Independent Study/Research 0 Semester Credits Chemistry majors planning research careers need research experience before graduation that may be obtained by working on a summer research project (not counted as a course) or by research participation during the academic year (that may be counted as a course). Cooperative education is an excellent opportunity to be involved in industrial research projects. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(Consent of Instructor) CHM498 Independent Study/Research 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(Consent of Instructor) CHM499 Independent Study/Research 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(Consent of Instructor) COM – Communication COM111 Public Speaking 4 Semester Credits The course focuses on speech preparation, organization, audience analysis, style, listening, and overcoming speech fright. Note: Students may take only one of either COM 111, COM 112, or COM 115 for credit. (Fall, spring) Core Curriculum Component: Engaging Minneapolis, Humanities Prerequisite(s): None COM112 Contest Public Speaking 4 Semester Credits 34 Theory and practice of preparing speeches for delivery in formal and contest situations. Students are expected to attend three interscholastic speech tournaments and compete in at least two of the following: informative speaking, persuasive speaking, speaking to entertain, and/or communication analysis. Note: Students may take only one of either COM 111, COM 112, or COM 115 for credit. (Fall) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None COM115 Scientific and Technical Public Speaking 4 Semester Credits An introduction to public speaking for students majoring in scientific or technical fields. Includes the same foundational material as introduction to public speaking, including: delivery, argumentation, persuasion, and audience analysis. This material is then applied to specific contexts common in technical fields, with special attention to distinguishing expert or lay audiences, and the use of technical vocabulary and notation systems. Note: Students may take only one of either COM 111, COM 112, or COM 115 for credit. Core Curriculum Component: Engaging Minneapolis, Humanities Prerequisite(s): None COM120 Mass Media and Popular Culture 4 Semester Credits This course is a survey of the mass media in popular culture. Students will examine the different types of mass media and will gain an understanding of what popular culture is and why it is important. The course examines the importance of media criticism and the impact that media have had on culture and society. Students are encouraged to think critically about media and media consumption. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None COM199 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None COM243 Studio Production 4 Semester Credits This is an introductory television production course utilizing three cameras in a live studio environment. This course emphasizes the demands of live television production, such as collaborative team effort, pre-production, time management, and meeting deadlines. Through a series of exercises, students learn the skills required to produce a live 30-minute news magazine program. (Fall) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None COM247 Documentary History and Theory 4 Semester Credits This course studies the history of film’s nonfiction art form, as well as the theoretical methods of engaging the world through a lens. Through the study of selected documentaries, students will identify and analyze the filmmaker’s point of view and the methods used to deliver the message. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None COM254 Interpersonal Communication 4 Semester Credits 35 A study of the dynamics of human interaction through verbal and non-verbal messages; emphasis on factors that build relationships and help to overcome communication barriers. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None COM260 Environmental Communication 4 Semester Credits We are bombarded with messages about the natural world every day from many different sources. Environmental communication comes to us through commercials, television, movies, public policy debates, the scientific and technical sphere, and social media. Environmental messages originate from groups, organizations and individuals with a variety of goals. COM 260 encourages a deeper understanding of our relationship with the world around us. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None COM280 Introduction to Communication Studies 4 Semester Credits An introductory survey course designed to acquaint students with the world of ideas that serves as the foundation for the field of communication studies. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None COM281 Research Methods 4 Semester Credits This course focuses on the differing methods used by communication scholars to ask and answer questions about the nature of human interaction. It examines various types of research methods, both qualitative and quantitative, such as experimental research, survey research, ethnographic research, textual analysis, content analysis, and historical/critical research. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level) COM295 Topics 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None COM299 Directed Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None COM321 Business and Professional Speaking 4 Semester Credits This course explores advanced issues in public address including delivery and performance, vocal control, persuasion, audience adaptation, argument construction, and speaker credibility. The class uses a series of speeches, ranging from impromptu speaking and persuasion to job interviewing and sales presentations, in order to hone students’ speaking skills. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of COM111(Public Speaking), COM112(Contest Public Speaking), COM115(Scientific and Technical Public Speaking), SPC111(Public Speaking) 36 COM329 Intercultural Communication 4 Semester Credits This course explores cultural differences and their implications for communication, including differences in values, norms, social interaction, and code systems. Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None COM345 Organizational Communication 4 Semester Credits An examination of communication in organizational settings. Focuses on topics such as superior-subordinate relationships, management styles, motivation of employees, organizational culture, effective use of meetings, and sources of communication problems. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None COM351 Argumentation 4 Semester Credits Develops critical thinking skills by study of the theory and practice of argument, evidence, fallacies, and refutation. Includes how to build and analyze public arguments that confront students in their everyday lives. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of COM111(Public Speaking), COM112(Contest Public Speaking), COM115(Scientific and Technical Public Speaking); 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level); COM280(Introduction to Communication Studies) COM352 Persuasion 4 Semester Credits Examination of the process of influence in a variety of social contexts, paying special attention to the psychological aspects of persuasion. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of COM111(Public Speaking), COM112(Contest Public Speaking), COM115(Scientific and Technical Public Speaking); 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3); COM280(Introduction to Communication Studies), COM281(Research Methods) COM355 Small Group Communication 4 Semester Credits A study of group dynamics and leadership with emphasis on decision making, leadership styles, and conflict management. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None COM396 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None COM397 Internship 37 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None COM398 Internship 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None COM399 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None COM405 Nonverbal Communication 4 Semester Credits This course focuses on the nonverbal elements of communication. Nonverbal communication encompasses all communication except the spoken word. In order to fully explore the functions of nonverbal communication in everyday life, students will conduct a research project that looks at nonverbal communication in depth. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): COM281(Research Methods) COM415 Advanced Critical Media Studies 4 Semester Credits This course explores the role that various media, such as film, television, and the internet play in shaping and influencing society. Topics covered include theories of influence and effects, representations of gender, race, and class, ownership and democracy, and new media. After taking this course, students should possess heightened understanding and appreciation of media’s significance and impact in the world. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): COM120(Mass Media and Popular Culture) COM480 Public Relations/Promotional Communication 4 Semester Credits Public relations in the modern world of communication, marketing, and business. An overview of public relations as a career and a survey of basic promotional communication in profit and nonprofit organizations. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None COM490 Keystone: Critical Conversations about Vocation 4 Semester Credits A synthesis of communication theories and application of those theories to each student’s sense of vocation. This course satisfies the Keystone requirement. Core Curriculum Component: Keystone Prerequisite(s): 1 of COM351(Argumentation), COM352(Persuasion) COM495 Communication Topics 38 4 Semester Credits Selected topics in communication with emphasis on the use of primary sources and methodology of research. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None COM498 Independent Study/Research 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None COM499 Independent Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None CSC – Computer Science CSC160 Introduction to Computer Science and Communication 4 Semester Credits An introduction to computer science topics in hardware, software, theory, and computer communications: algorithm design, logical circuits, network concepts, the Internet, and programming. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3) CSC170 Introduction to Programming 4 Semester Credits A study of problem-solving, algorithm development, and programming using a high-level programming language. Concurrent registration in CSC170L is required. (Three hours of lecture, one-and-one-half hours of lab.) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3) CSC170L Introduction to Programming Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CSC170(Introduction to Programming) *concurrent registration is required* CSC199 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None CSC210 Data Structures 4 Semester Credits 39 Data structures such as linked lists, stacks, and queues; recursion. Concurrent registration in CSC210L is required. (Three hours of lecture, one-and-one-half hours of lab.) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT114(Precalculus), MPL(Math Placement Level 4) CSC210L Data Structures Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CSC210(Data Structures) *concurrent registration is required* CSC240 Intro to Networking and Communications 4 Semester Credits Principles and methods of data communications, information theory, distributed processing systems, network protocols and security, standards, network management, and general computer interfacing. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3); CSC160(Introduction to Computer Science and Communication) CSC250 Game Programming on the Web 4 Semester Credits An introduction to game design, HTML5, Javascript, cascading style sheets, HTML5 Canvas, theories of game mechanics and fiction, psychological flow, game engines, interfaces, knowledge creation, complex decisions, relation of Java to JavaScript, and videogame history. Prerequisite: CSC 170 or equivalent. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CSC170(Introduction to Programming) CSC272 UNIX and C 4 Semester Credits Study of UNIX operating system and the C programming language. It is assumed that the student has a knowledge of programming methods and has done programming in some other language. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CSC170(Introduction to Programming) CSC299 Directed Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None CSC310 Introduction to Data Science 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT145(Calculus I), MAT171(Discrete Mathematics For Computing); 1 of MAT163(Introductory Statistics), MAT164(Introductory Statistics for STEM), MIS379(Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics); 1 of CSC352(Database Management and Design), MIS270(Data Management for Business) CSC320 Algorithms 40 4 Semester Credits A systematic study of algorithms and their complexity, including searching and sorting algorithms, mathematical algorithms, scheduling algorithms, and tree and graph traversal algorithms. The classes P and NP, NP-complete problems, and intractable problems. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT114(Precalculus), MPL(Math Placement Level 4); 1 of MAT145(Calculus I), MAT171(Discrete Mathematics For Computing); CSC210(Data Structures) CSC345 Principles of Computer Organization 4 Semester Credits An introduction to computer architecture, binary representation of data, processors, instruction sets, and assembly language programming. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT114(Precalculus), MPL(Math Placement Level 4); CSC210(Data Structures) CSC352 Database Management and Design 4 Semester Credits Structure of database management systems, query facilities, file organization and security, and the development of database systems. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CSC170(Introduction to Programming) CSC353 Database Architecture and Design 4 Semester Credits An introduction to the physical design and tuning of database systems. Topics include data storage, indexing, query processing, and transaction processing with a focus on the relation database. Advanced topics include security, other types of databases (e.g., distributed databases, client-server architectures, object-oriented), emerging technologies, and applications. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CSC170(Introduction to Programming) CSC373 Symbolic Programming and Artificial Intelligence 4 Semester Credits An introduction to programming in functional, symbolic languages, such as Lisp or Scheme. A study of the foundation algorithms used in the field of artificial intelligence. Applications to selected problems from artificial intelligence. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CSC210(Data Structures) CSC385 Formal Logic and Computation Theory 4 Semester Credits An introduction to sentential and first-order logic including logical connectives, proof theory, and quantification. Formal models of computation including finite state automata, pushdown automata, and Turing machines. Incompleteness and uncomputability. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT122(Calc For Social and Behavioral Scie), MAT145(Calculus I), MAT171(Discrete Mathematics For Computing); CSC210(Data Structures) CSC396 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None 41 Prerequisite(s): None CSC397 Internship 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None CSC398 Internship 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None CSC399 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None CSC431 Introduction to A I Robotics 4 Semester Credits Robot components, robotic paradigms, mobile robots, task planning, sensing, sensor fusion, basic control concepts. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level); CSC210(Data Structures) CSC450 Programming Languages and Compilers I 4 Semester Credits Principles that govern the design and implementation of programming languages. Topics include formal languages, programming language syntax and semantics, parsing, and interpretation. Emphasis on design issues. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level); 1 of CSC385(Formal Logic and Computation Theory) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, PHI385(Formal Logic and Computation Theory) *concurrent registration is acceptable*; CSC320(Algorithms) CSC451 Programming Languages and Compilers II 4 Semester Credits Continuation of CSC 450: compilers, data structures, control structures, and the run-time environment. Emphasis on implementation issues. Core Curriculum Component: Keystone Prerequisite(s): 1 of CSC385(Formal Logic and Computation Theory), PHI385(Formal Logic and Computation Theory); CSC345(Principles of Computer Organization), CSC450(Programming Languages and Compilers I) CSC457 Computer Graphics 4 Semester Credits A study of the foundational algorithms required for computer graphics. Topics include geometric algorithms, geometric modeling, graphics techniques, graphical user interfaces, human-centered software development, computer animation, virtual environments and 3D immersive rendering. 42 Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT114(Precalculus), MPL(Math Placement Level 4); CSC210(Data Structures) CSC495 Advanced Topics in Computer Science 4 Semester Credits Study of advanced topics from areas of computer science not included in other courses. This course may be repeated, but may not be counted more than twice as part of the requirements for the major. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(Consent of Instructor) CSC499 Independent Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ECO – Economics ECO112 Principles of Macroeconomics 4 Semester Credits An introduction to macroeconomics: national income analysis, monetary and fiscal policy, international trade. Application of elementary economic theory to current economic problems. May be taken independently of ECO 113. ECO 112 and 113 may be taken in either order. Core Curriculum Component: Social and Behavioral Sciences Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3) ECO113 Principles of Microeconomics 4 Semester Credits An introduction to microeconomics: the theory of the household, firm, market structures, and income distribution. Application of elementary economic theory to market policy. May be taken independently of ECO 112. ECO 112 and 113 may be taken in either order. Core Curriculum Component: Social and Behavioral Sciences Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3) ECO199 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ECO299 Directed Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ECO312 Intermediate Macroeconomics 4 Semester Credits 43 Determinants of national income, employment, and price level analyzed via macromodels. Attention paid to areas of monetary-fiscal policy, growth, and the role of expectations. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level); ECO112(Principles of Macroeconomics) ECO313 Intermediate Microeconomics 4 Semester Credits Theory of resource allocation, analysis of consumer behavior, firm and industry; the pricing of factors of production and income distribution; introduction to welfare economics. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ECO113(Principles of Microeconomics) ECO315 Money and Banking 4 Semester Credits Functioning of the monetary and banking systems, particularly commercial banks, and the Federal Reserve System and its role in relation to aggregate economic activity. Emphasis placed on monetary theory and policy. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ECO112(Principles of Macroeconomics) ECO318 Management Science 4 Semester Credits Provides a sound conceptual understanding of the modern techniques of management science to prepare students to make better business and economic decisions. Emphasis is on applications such as transportation, marketing, portfolio selection, environmental protection, the shortest route, and inventory models. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ECO112(Principles of Macroeconomics), ECO113(Principles of Microeconomics); 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3) ECO350 Labor Economics 4 Semester Credits Analysis of labor markets, labor as a factor of production, determination of collective bargaining, labor legislation, and effects upon society. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ECO113(Principles of Microeconomics) ECO360 International Economics 4 Semester Credits A study of the underlying forces affecting the economic relations among nations. Development of the basis for international trade, balance of payments, exchange rate systems, and commercial policy. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ECO113(Principles of Microeconomics) ECO365 Environmental Economics 4 Semester Credits This course applies economic principles to the management and utilization of society’s environmental resources. It analyzes the role of externalities and the public policy approaches designed to address those market failures, including command/control and incentive- 44 based strategies. Policy issues examined include air and water pollution, global environmental issues like ozone depletion and global warming, and environmental policy for developing countries. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ECO113(Principles of Microeconomics) ECO370 International Economic Development 4 Semester Credits This course studies the major factors that affect the economic standard of living in the developing world. It examines such issues as poverty and income inequality, population growth, education and health of society, agricultural production, environmental externalities, and the role of international trade and foreign assistance. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ECO112(Principles of Macroeconomics), ECO113(Principles of Microeconomics) ECO397 Internship 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None ECO399 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None ECO416 Mathematical Economics 4 Semester Credits Mathematical economics with emphasis on the application of mathematical tools to the areas of micro and macroeconomic theory. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ECO112(Principles of Macroeconomics), ECO113(Principles of Microeconomics), MAT245(Calculus III), MAT246(Linear Algebra) ECO490 Research Methods in Econometrics 4 Semester Credits This course provides an introduction to the application of statistical models and methods to economic problems. Emphasis is on use of econometric software to analyze data and to test hypotheses. Core Curriculum Component: Keystone Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level); 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3); ECO112(Principles of Macroeconomics), ECO113(Principles of Microeconomics) ECO495 Topics 4 Semester Credits Lectures, discussions, meetings with members of the staff or visiting faculty regarding research methodology and current national and international economic problems and policies. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level) 45 ECO499 Independent Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ECS – Continuing Education ECS495CE Topics for Paraprofessionals 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ECS505CE Behavior Management: ENVOY Training 1 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ECS506CE Health Care Externship 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ECS508CE Paideia Seminar Writing to Learning 1 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ECS509CE Paideia: Guided Reading for Great Ideas 2 Semester Credits This course is designed to assist Paideia practitioners in integrating reading techniques with seminar experiences. Participants in the course will analyze and apply strategies in critical analysis of texts through seminars devoted to interpretive questioning and civil discourse. The goal is to promote literacy through active reading and critical thinking about great ideas. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ECS527CE Paideia: Advancing Student Learning Through Assessment 1 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ECS541CE Advanced Paideia Institute 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None 46 Prerequisite(s): None ECS542CE Paideia Onsite Training 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ECS543CE Paideia Institute- variable credit -formerly EDU539 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ECS544CE The Paideia Trainer 4 Semester Credits The Augsburg Paideia Trainer course is designed to provide the Paideia practitioner with opportunities to develop leadership skills in the area of Paideia training. The goal is to improve knowledge and skills through conducting Paideia training seminars. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ECS545CE Paideia: Curriculum Development 2 Semester Credits This course is designed to assist Paideia practitioners in developing curricular units for seminars. Participants in the course will integrate the three columns of didactic, coaching, and seminars to create a cohesive unit around a content standard or great idea. Special focus will be placed on selection of seminar texts, content standards, stages of seminar questions, and methods of evaluation. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ECS585CE AP Courses APPROVED BY GAAC cont ed 1 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ECS590CE Topics Grad Edu, General and TPT Cont Ed only-variable credit 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ECS595CE Topics AP Not Approved 1stand2nd ti-Variable credit 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ECS598CE Independent Study/Research 2 Semester Credits 47 Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ECS599CE Independent Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None EDC – Education EDC110 Teaching in a Diverse World 4 Semester Credits This course is designed to engage students in both an examination and critique of their own schooling and education. It is meant to support students in developing a socio-political consciousness necessary for successful teaching in a diverse society (Ladson-Billings, 1995). Students in this course will be asked to come to a better understanding of their own desires to become educated people while simultaneously learning to critically examine the pathways and barriers that exist for students of color and other marginalized youth in schools today. Through participatory action research, students will explore a self-directed method of inquiry (problem-posing, problem solving) and hopefully learn how to claim their own education. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None EDC200 Orientation to Education in an Urban Setting 3 Semester Credits Career exploration and overview of the teaching profession. Emphasis on historical and philosophical foundations of the American school system. Field service experience in an urban P-12 school is required. Core Curriculum Component: Engaging Minneapolis Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level) EDC206 Diversity/Minnesota American Indians 3 Semester Credits This course will examine human diversity and human relations. It will provide an awareness and critical analysis of how prejudice, discrimination, and stereotypes impact us personally, as well as how these elements impact our schools and communities. Also addressed in this course is the Minnesota Standard of Effective Practice 3.G: Understand the cultural content, worldview, and concepts that comprise Minnesota-based American Indian tribal government, history, language, and culture. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None EDC210 Diversity in the School 2 Semester Credits Emphasis on the study of values, of communication techniques, and of the major minority groups in Minnesota for the development of interpersonal relations skills applicable to teaching and other professional vocations. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None EDC211 Minnesota American Indians 2 Semester Credits 48 An overview of cultural content, world view, and concepts that comprise Minnesota-based American Indian tribal government, history, language, and culture. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None EDC220 Educational Technology 2 Semester Credits Psychological and philosophical dimensions of communication through the use of instructional technology. Selection, preparation, production, and evaluation of effective audio-visual and computer-based materials for teaching/learning situations. Computer training will be included in this course. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None EDC310 Learning and Development in an Educational Setting 3 Semester Credits A survey of educational psychology topics as applied to teaching and learning. Special emphasis is placed on classroom applications of theoretical constructs. Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None EDC330 Building the Public Good: Public Achievement and Organizing: Seminar I 1 Semester Credits This course advances the idea of democracy as a society created through the public work of everyday citizens. That work may occur in schools or community organizations but it requires participants to think about their place as citizen professionals and in other civic roles as agents and architects of democracy. It will address how to effectively create change and examine concepts and ideas central to the role the citizen in public life and provide a knowledge base about basic organizing for the public good whether it be in schools or the broader community. Both EDC 330 and EDC 331 will run over the span of two semesters. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission); EDC331(EDC331 concurrent enrollment) *concurrent registration is required* EDC331 Practicum in Public Achievement-Seminar I 1 Semester Credits This course advances the idea of democracy as a society created through the public work of everyday citizens. That work may occur in schools or community organizations but it requires participants to think about their place as citizen professionals and in other civic roles as agents and architects of democracy. It will address how to effectively create change and examine concepts and ideas central to the role of the citizen in public life and provide a knowledge base about basic organizing for the public good, whether it be in schools or the broader community. Both EDC 330 and EDC 331 will run over the span of two semesters. Field experience in a public achievement setting is required. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None EDC332 Building the Public Good: Public Achievement and Organizing: Seminar II 1 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): All of EDC330(Building the Public Good: Public Achievement and Organizing), EDC331(Practicum in Public Achievement); EDC333(EDC333 concurrent enrollment) *concurrent registration is required* EDC333 Practicum in Public Achievement-Practicum II 49 1 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): All of EDC330(Building the Public Good: Public Achievement and Organizing), EDC331(Practicum in Public Achievement) EDC353 International Education 3 Semester Credits This course presents an examination and comparison of selected Western and non-Western educational systems as well as an investigation of possible careers in international education. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EDC399 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EDC410 Learners with Special Needs 3 Semester Credits The study of students with disability, special needs, and giftedness. Emphasis on techniques and resources to help all students achieve maximum outcomes, and special focus on needs of urban students. Fieldwork experience required. Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EDC481 Student Teaching: Initial License (12-14 weeks) 8 Semester Credits Full-time, supervised classroom experience. Required for licensure. Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): STUTEACH8(Student Teaching, 8 Credits) EDC482 Student Teaching: Endorsement 4 Semester Credits Full-time, supervised classroom experience. Required for licensure. Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): STUTEACH4(Student Teaching, 4 Credits) EDC483 Student Teaching: Initial License in PE, Music, Art, or ESL 12 Semester Credits Full-time, supervised classroom experience. Required for licensure. Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): STUTEACH12(Student Teaching, 12 Credits) EDC484 Student Teaching: Initial License - Extended Experience (16 weeks) 12 Semester Credits 50 Full-time, supervised classroom experience. Required for licensure. Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): STUTEACHEX(Student Teaching, Extended Experience) EDC488 Topics in Education 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EDC490 School and Society 3 Semester Credits Emphasis on points of view about the role of school in modern society, relationships with parents and community, collaborative models, leadership, and professional development. Serves as final theoretical preparation for student teaching. Core Curriculum Component: Keystone Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EDC498 Independent Study 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EDC499 Independent Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EDC514 Research Methods 3 Semester Credits Evaluation and documentation of programs, projects, and ideas as they relate to leadership theories and practice. Qualitative and quantitative tools will be discussed. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EDC522 Orientation to Education in an Urban Setting 3 Semester Credits Career exploration and overview of the teaching profession. Emphasis on historical and philosophical foundations of the American school system. Field service experience in an urban P-12 school is required. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None EDC533 Learning and Development in an Educational Setting 3 Semester Credits A survey of educational psychology topics as applied to teaching and learning. Special emphasis is placed on classroom applications of theoretical constructs. Field service requirements in an educational program or P-12 school. Core Curriculum Component: None 51 Prerequisite(s): None EDC544 Learners with Special Needs 3 Semester Credits The study of students with disability, special needs, and giftedness. Emphasis on techniques and resources to help all students achieve maximum outcomes, and special focus on needs of urban students. Fieldwork experience required. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EDC553 International Education 3 Semester Credits This course presents an examination and comparison of selected Western and non-Western educational systems as well as an investigation of possible careers in international education. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EDC566 Diversity/Minnesota American Indians 3 Semester Credits This course will examine human diversity and human relations. It will provide an awareness and critical analysis of how prejudice, discrimination, and stereotypes impact us personally, as well as how these elements impact our schools and communities. Also addressed in this course is the Minnesota Standard of Effective Practice 3.G: Understand the cultural content, worldview, and concepts that comprise Minnesota-based American Indian tribal government, history, language, and culture. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None EDC570 Teacher Leadership 3 Semester Credits This course will explore generative questions about leadership, change, and our own paradigms, visions and values. We will investigate what it means to be a teacher leader and the ways in which teachers provide leadership. Examining theoretical models and conceptual frame works from interdisciplinary fields will offer a variety of perspectives for providing effective teacher leadership. Participants will also have an opportunity to reflect on the foundational question of “who am I as a leader”. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EDC580 School and Society 3 Semester Credits Emphasis on points of view about the role of school in modern society, relationships with parents and community, collaborative models, leadership, and professional development. Serves as final theoretical preparation for student teaching. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EDC585 Navigating the Leadership Application Project 3 Semester Credits The leadership application project is either a research-based study or a curriculum-based project that links issues of leadership and education with the degree candidate’s personal interests. The character of the project will vary with the nature of the investigation, but will always be application oriented. The central component of the LAP is the demonstration of leadership ability through a concrete project appropriate to the candidate’s workplace or place of service. P/N grading. Core Curriculum Component: None 52 Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDC514(Research Methods), ML514(Research Methods); CONSENT(Consent of Instructor) EDC588 Topics 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EDC590 Topics 1 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EDC591 Topics 3 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EDC592 Action Research I 3 Semester Credits This course will introduce students to qualitative action research, a form of research that simultaneously contributes to the practical concerns of people while furthering the goals of social science. It requires active self reflective inquiry and collaboration. Action research is used in real situations, and is aimed at solving real problems. The goal of action research is to gain better knowledge of one’s practice while improving the situation in which the practice is conducted. First course in a two-course sequence. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(Consent of Instructor), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EDC593 Action Research II 3 Semester Credits The second term of this course involves intensive data analysis, writing and sharing of the degree candidate’s research. It requires active self-reflective inquiry and collaboration. The course will culminate with a symposium in which student work will be presented in a public forum. P/N Grading. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(Consent of Instructor), EDC592(Action Research I), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EDC594 Performance Assessment Project 3 Semester Credits This performance assessment course will require the students to integrate their knowledge about leadership, their sense of themselves as education leaders, and their understanding of a specific teaching/learning problem into a solution to the problem and a process for change. P/N grading. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EDC598 Independent Study 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None 53 Prerequisite(s): GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EDC599 Independent Study 3 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EDC998 Graduate Program Active Status 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None EDU – Education EDU491 Practicum and Seminar in Special Education 3 Semester Credits A supervised field placement in a facility for an exceptional population plus on-campus seminar. Students planning to take this course should consult with the special education director about a placement prior to registering for the course. (Prereq.: completion of all other courses in special education minor or consent of instructor. Open to all.) Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None EDU499 Independent Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None EDU599 Special Topics 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EED – Education EED199 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None EED200 Elementary Education Earth Science 3 Semester Credits This course is designed to provide hands-on investigations that model modern inquiry learning and teaching strategies. It meets the basic earth science subject matter standards for initial licensure. This is a content intensive course. Plan to spend much time outside of class reading and completing assignments. 54 Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None EED203 Physical Science for Elementary Teachers 3 Semester Credits Students will participate in hands-on experiments to explore properties of and changes in matter; position, motion, and force; light, heat, electricity, and magnetism; and kinds of ways to transfer energy. All elementary MSEPs for physical science are met in this course. For elementary education majors only. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None EED225 Foundations of Literacy 3 Semester Credits An initiation into K-6 elementary literacy instruction, focusing on the fundamentals of linguistics and literacy development in children, with special attention to English language learners. This course aims in particular to develop students’ base knowledge as the prerequisite for later courses in literacy. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None EED295 Topics in Education 3 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None EED298 Directed Study 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None EED299 Directed Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EED311 K-6 Methods: Health 1 Semester Credits Examination and preparation of materials and resources for health at the kindergarten and elementary levels. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EED312 K-6 Methods: Physical Education 1 Semester Credits Examination and preparation of materials and resources for physical education at the kindergarten and elementary levels. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) 55 EED325 K-6 Methods: Literacy 3 Semester Credits Continued instruction in and discussion of literacy K-6 instruction, development, and assessment. This course aims to investigate research and practices involved in K-6 literacy instruction by examining the competing theories regarding literacy, the research findings that give support to these theories, and a range of practical approaches to teach literacy in an elementary setting. Students must be registered concurrently for EED 326. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EED225(Foundations of Literacy), EED524(Foundations of Literacy); 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission); EED326(EED326 concurrent enrollment) *concurrent registration is required* EED326 Elementary Reading K-6 Field Experience 1 Semester Credits Observation, analysis, and preparation of assessment tools and reading materials for K-6 students in an elementary classroom setting. Students must be registered concurrently for EED 325. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EED331 Middle School Methods Writing 2 Semester Credits This course will focus on writing strategies and processes appropriate to middle level students. Emphasis will include the writing process, types of writing, and integrated writing across the curriculum. This course is required for students seeking elementary licensure with a communication arts/literature specialty. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EED336 Advanced Literacy Methods 2 Semester Credits The focus of this course is on formal and informal assessment tools, response to intervention, and differentiated instruction in a K-6 literacy setting. (Prereq: MTLE and admission to the department and successfully completed EED 225/325.) Field experience with a student in special education or receiving English language instruction is required. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EED341 K-6 Methods: Art 1 Semester Credits Examination and preparation of materials and resources for visual arts at the kindergarten and elementary levels. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EED342 K-6 Methods: Music 1 Semester Credits Examination and preparation of materials and resources for music at the kindergarten and elementary levels. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EED350 56 K-6 Methods: Mathematics 3 Semester Credits Examination and preparation of materials and resources for mathematics at the kindergarten and elementary levels. Field service in a mainstreamed K-6 classroom required. MAT137 recommended prior to taking this course. Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission); 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3) EED360 K-6 Methods: Science 3 Semester Credits Examination and preparation of materials and resources for analyzing and translating elementary science curriculum, considering different instructional strategies, models of instruction, and authentic assessment techniques. Additional focus on scientific inquiry from the perspective of a learner, teacher and scientist and translation of theoretical constructs to an elementary classroom. Field service in a P-6 classroom required. Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EED370 K-6 Methods: Social Studies/Thematics 2 Semester Credits Examination and preparation of materials and resources for social studies and thematic teaching at the kindergarten and elementary levels. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EED380 Kindergarten Methods 2 Semester Credits Study and use of a variety of techniques and resources for teaching kindergarten. Fieldwork experience required. Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EED386 K-6 Methods: Children's Literature 2 Semester Credits This course focuses on the study of literature for children and young adolescents. It includes wide reading across the genres represented in children’s literature, to evaluate the quality of the literature read, exploring children’s response to literature, and using children’s literature in teaching and learning. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None EED399 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EED489 Teacher Performance Assessment and Student Teaching Seminar 2 Semester Credits 57 This course supports the development of the teacher candidate's professional practice through a series of seminars that focus on helping student teachers make connections between the student teaching experience and what they have learned through their education courses and field experiences. These workshops mentor students in the analysis and completion of the Teaching Performance Assessment (edTPA). Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission); 1 of STUTEACH12(Student Teaching, 12 Credits), STUTEACH4(Student Teaching, 4 Credits), STUTEACH8(Student Teaching, 8 Credits), STUTEACHEX(Student Teaching, Extended Experience) EED495 Topics in Education 3 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EED498 Independent Study/Research 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EED499 Independent Study/Research * 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission), TPL001(Education Admit) EED524 Foundations of Literacy 3 Semester Credits An initiation into K-6 elementary literacy instruction, focusing on the fundamentals of linguistics and literacy development in children, with special attention to English language learners. This course aims in particular to develop students’ base knowledge as the prerequisite for later courses in literacy. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None EED525 K-6 Methods: Literacy 3 Semester Credits Continued instruction in and discussion of literacy K-6 instruction, development, and assessment. This course aims to investigate research and practices involved in K-6 literacy instruction by examining the competing theories regarding literacy, the research findings that give support to these theories, and a range of practical approaches to teach literacy in an elementary setting. Students must be registered concurrently for EED 326. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EED225(Foundations of Literacy), EED524(Foundations of Literacy); 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission); EED326(EED326 concurrent enrollment) *concurrent registration is required* EED550 K-6 Methods: Mathematics 3 Semester Credits Examination and preparation of materials and resources for mathematics at the kindergarten and elementary levels. Field service in a mainstreamed K-6 classroom required. MAT137 recommended prior to taking this course. 58 Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission); 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3) EED560 K-6 Methods: Science 3 Semester Credits Examination and preparation of materials and resources for analyzing and translating elementary science curriculum, considering different instructional strategies, models of instruction, and authentic assessment techniques. Additional focus on scientific inquiry from the perspective of a learner, teacher and scientist and translation of theoretical constructs to an elementary classroom. Field service in a P-6 classroom required. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) EED598 Independent Study 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) ENL – English ENL000 Writing Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL101 Developmental Writing 4 Semester Credits A preparatory course for ENL 111 Effective Writing, this course is required of students identified by the English Placement Test as needing additional preparation in composition. Students receive course credit, but this course does not fulfill the graduation requirement in writing. The minimum passing grade for this course is C-. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): WPL(Writing Placement Level) ENL111 Effective Writing 4 Semester Credits Emphasis is on exposition, including learning research techniques, and writing critical reviews. Attention is given to increasing students’ effectiveness in choosing, organizing, and developing topics; thinking critically; and revising for clarity and style. A writing lab is provided for those needing additional help. The minimum passing grade is C-. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG101(Developmental Writing), ENL101(Developmental Writing), WPL(Writing Placement Level) ENL112 Advanced Effective Writing 4 Semester Credits Advanced Effective Writing follows the same purposes and procedures as ENL 111; placement is determined by a writing sample submitted by students upon entry to the University. The minimum passing grade is C-. Core Curriculum Component: None 59 Prerequisite(s): WPL(Writing Placement Level) ENL217 English as a Second Language 4 Semester Credits Understanding spoken American English, speaking, reading college-level materials, and writing are the skills emphasized in these two courses. Testing determines placement in these courses; and testing, as well as course performance, determines whether the ELL requirement is met. Students continue in ELL until the requirement is completed but can receive credit for only two courses. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL218 English as a Second Language 4 Semester Credits Understanding spoken American English, speaking, reading college-level materials, and writing are the skills emphasized in these two courses. Testing determines placement in these courses; and testing, as well as course performance, determines whether the ELL requirement is met. Students continue in ELL until the requirement is completed but can receive credit for only two courses. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL220 Intermediate Expository Writing 4 Semester Credits This course builds on the practices and methods of Effective Writing. Its workshop format stresses style and organization, the process of revision, self and peer evaluation, and the relationship between reading and writing. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level) ENL221 Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts 4 Semester Credits A variant of English 220, this course also builds on the methods of Effective Writing, but in this version students work on content related to subjects in the world of art and literature. Particularly aimed at art, theatre arts, and film majors. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level) ENL223 Writing for Business and the Professions 4 Semester Credits This practical course is designed to improve writing skills for those entering business and professional careers. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level) ENL226 Introduction to Creative Writing 4 Semester Credits The purpose of the course is to introduce students to the process of creative writing and to various genres, emphasizing poetry and short fiction, but including journal keeping and creative prose. Core Curriculum Component: None 60 Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level) ENL227 Journalism 4 Semester Credits An introductory newswriting course with an emphasis on writing for the print media. Students consider how to recognize news, gather and verify facts, and write those facts into a news story. Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level) ENL228 Broadcast and Online Journalism 4 Semester Credits This is an introductory newswriting course with an emphasis on writing for broadcast and online media. Students use an intensive practice model to learn the basics of newsgathering, writing, and production for television, radio, and the Internet. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level) ENL229 Screenwriting 4 Semester Credits An introductory course in writing for film, this course will take students from story outline to the creation of a screenplay draft. In addition to writing their own scripts, students will review feature films and analyze work written by each member of the class, giving detailed critical analysis and engaging in discussion of aesthetics, craft, and form. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL240 Introduction to Literary Study 4 Semester Credits This course develops students’ critical and analytical skills in reading and appreciating all kinds of literary texts and genres, including poetry, fiction, and drama. Emphasis is placed on learning fundamental terms and concepts that serve future literary inquiry and enjoyment. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, WPL(Writing Placement Level) ENL241 Introduction to Cinema Art 4 Semester Credits An investigation of the cinematic qualities, theoretical principles, and technical and aesthetic evolution of the film medium. Includes the viewing and analysis of both feature length and short films, illustrating the international development of film form and selected aesthetic movements. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, WPL(Writing Placement Level) ENL242 Electronic Literature 4 Semester Credits 61 Students will discover and apply essential aesthetic practices that lie at the heart of both digital and traditional literature, focusing on the artist’s commitment to both language and the visual. They will examine multiple genres – among them hypertext and micro fiction, digital and cinematic poetry, and game narratives – considering interactive, simultaneous, and non-linear practices of writing emerging in digital culture. It is a course is designed to contextualize the digital on the literary page, stage, and screen. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level) ENL250 American Voices 4 Semester Credits American Literature is made up of many voices that are distinct from one another in any number of ways. This course foregrounds those voices that are usually identified by dint of ethnic rubrics. In each iteration, a specific ethnic literature such as Hispanic, Asian American, or Jewish literature will be emphasized. Check the departmental web page for further information or contact the instructor. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, WPL(Writing Placement Level) ENL251 Introduction to African American Literature 4 Semester Credits This course introduces students to the foundations, development, and production of modern African-American literature from its origins in the 18th century to the present. It will explore various literary genres, representative authors, epochal texts, and ideological movements that have contributed to the shaping of the African American literary tradition. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, WPL(Writing Placement Level) ENL255 American Indian Literature 4 Semester Credits American Indian Literature offers a survey of contemporary American Indian writing, including non-fiction, fiction, poetry, and drama. The course explores the richness and diversity of American Indian literature, and the ways in which literature reflects and illuminates American Indian culture and traditions. The course emphasizes close readings of literature and public speaking skills through in-class presentation and small group discussion. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, WPL(Writing Placement Level) ENL260 Authors 4 Semester Credits A chance to investigate closely an author of significant influence in various cultural contexts. Course subjects may include “Shakespeare on Page, Stage, and Screen,” “Tolkien’s Life, Times, and Works,” “The Cinema of Orson Welles,” “Mark Twain in the 20th Century,” and others. Check the departmental Web page for the title of a given section. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, WPL(Writing Placement Level) ENL270 Themes 4 Semester Credits 62 This course traces a specific theme through changing historical, literary, and cultural contexts. Course subjects may include “The Heroic Journey,” “Literature and Landscape,” “Utopian Visions,” and others. Check the departmental Web page for the title of a given section. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, WPL(Writing Placement Level) ENL280 Genres 4 Semester Credits Students will consider literary and cultural developments that fix generic conventions and ways authors subvert or challenge those conventions. Course subjects may include “History of Mystery Fiction,” “The Short Story,” “Sports and Literature,” “Victorian Thrillers,” “The Musical on Stage and Screen,” and others. Check the departmental Web page for the title of a given section. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, WPL(Writing Placement Level) ENL290 Explorations in Language and Theory 4 Semester Credits An introductory course in applied literary or language theory. Course subjects may include “Cinema and Sexuality,” “Strategies in Reading the Novel,” “Challenging the Gaze,” “Language and Society,” and others. Check the departmental web page for the title of a given section. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, WPL(Writing Placement Level) ENL291 Thailand: Teaching ESL 4 Semester Credits In this course, offered alternate years, students will spend approximately three weeks in May in Thailand. During this time, students will visit temples and sites in Bangkok, Chiangmai, and Prachuab Kirikhan. They will learn about Thai Buddhism, government, traditional customs, and culture. Students will also spend several days teaching English to Thai students in a Thai secondary school. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None ENL299 Directed Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL320 Fiction One 4 Semester Credits Students draft a collection of short stories and critique others’ work in the writing workshop environment. Throughout the term, students will also read classic and contemporary short fiction, analyzing and examining the work of established writers as they learn to identify successful short fiction while creating their own work. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ENL226(Introduction to Creative Writing) ENL321 63 Fiction Two 4 Semester Credits A writing workshop in which students will revise a body of short fiction, redrafting and polishing at least four short stories of varying lengths for inclusion in a portfolio of work. Students will also be expected to create at least one new work of short fiction during this workshop term. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ENL320(Fiction One) ENL322 Poetry One 4 Semester Credits Students draft a collection of poems and critique others’ work in the writing workshop environment. Students will learn to identify successful poetry as they create their own poems; they will read published poetry and listen to new and established poets reading their own work. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ENL226(Introduction to Creative Writing) ENL323 Poetry Two 4 Semester Credits In this writing workshop, students write and revise a collection of poems to be produced as a chapbook. Some of the poems written during this semester will be experiments with formal verse, such as villanelles and sestinas. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ENL322(Poetry One) ENL324 Creative Non-Fiction 4 Semester Credits In this writing workshop, students develop a portfolio of creative works in the “fourth genre,” which may include memoir; personal essays; flash nonfiction; researched feature stories; mixed media, hypertext, and fragmented nonfiction; and lyric essays. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL226(Introduction to Creative Writing) ENL325 Playwriting I 4 Semester Credits An introductory course in writing for theatre. Students will learn the basics of dramatic structure, methods of script analysis, and techniques for the development of playscripts from idea to finished product. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level) ENL326 Playwriting II 4 Semester Credits A playwriting workshop with emphasis on the revision process and the continued development of craft. Students will revise, redraft, and polish an original one-act play, as well as create one new, short piece of theatrical writing. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL325(Playwriting I), THR325(Playwriting I) ENL327 Advanced Reporting 64 4 Semester Credits This course introduces students to gathering, analyzing, and presenting quantitative data by using computers and other sources. The course also incorporates off-campus resources to provide students with real-world experience of how data are incorporated into print, broadcast, and online journalism. This course is designed for persons wishing to explore use of quantitative data and for those preparing to enter the communication professions. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL227(Journalism), ENL228(Broadcast and Online Journalism); 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3); 1 of CHM106(Principles of Chemistry II), CHM115(General Chemistry I), CHM116(General Chemistry II), HON220(The Scholar Scientist), MAT114(Precalculus), MAT129(Practical Applications of Math), MAT137(Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I), MAT138(Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II), MAT145(Calculus I), MAT146(Calculus II), MAT163(Introductory Statistics), MAT173(Mathematics of Finance), PHY103(Conceptual Physics), QFCOM(QF COM Transfer Course), QFENL(QF ENL Transfer Course), SCI110(Natural Science I) ENL329 Screenwriting II 4 Semester Credits In this advanced course in writing for film, students will work toward the completion of a full-length screenplay (feature or pilot). In addition to producing their own writing, students will analyze the scripts of produced films and TV shows to gain a better understanding of the aesthetics, craft, and form of screenwriting. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ENL229(Screenwriting) ENL330 Shakespeare 4 Semester Credits Study of the bard’s major plays-comedies, histories, tragedies, and romances-for their literary, dramatic, and cultural significance. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL251(Introduction to African American Literature), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory), THR250(Script Analysis: Foundations of Theater) ENL332 British Literature: Renaissance and Reformation 4 Semester Credits A survey of 14th- to 17th-century British literature, with attention to its European contexts. Begins with the Reformation of the 14th century and Canterbury Tales and ends with the Puritan Revolution and Paradise Lost. Themes include “the enchantment of evil”; the hero as lover and courtier; utopian dreams and the literature of conquest; the writer as politician; and the challenges to religious certainty in a post-Ptolemaic universe. Major writers include Marlowe, Spenser, Shakespeare, More, and Donne. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL251(Introduction to African American Literature), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory) ENL333 British and American Literature of the 17th and 18th Centuries: Strange Shores 4 Semester Credits British and American writers of this period are surveyed, with attention to the historical, intellectual and social influences of the major literary movements on both sides of the Atlantic. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL251(Introduction to African American Literature), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory) ENL334 65 Reason and Romanticism 4 Semester Credits This class investigates the literary texts now called Romanticism within the history and culture of late 18th- and early 19th-century Britain. The famous “big six” poets (Blake, Coleridge, Wordsworth, Byron, Shelley, Keats) will be studied in the context of poetic predecessors and influences (Burns, Cowper, Smith) and contemporary talents in other genres, including Austen, Wollstonecraft, and Scott. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL251(Introduction to African American Literature), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory) ENL336 Age of Victoria 4 Semester Credits If America was the world’s cultural and political leader in the 20th century, Britain was the leader of the 19th century. Students will study the literature and culture of Queen Victoria’s England and her empire from the 1830s through 1914 in all four major genres of poetry, fiction, drama, and essay. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL251(Introduction to African American Literature), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory) ENL337 The British Novel 4 Semester Credits This course traces two great structuring ideas - the love plot and the education plot - in the rise and development of the British novel in the 18th and 19th centuries. The course spans 150 years of literary history, while studying and critiquing the ways literary theorists and historians have explained and theorized British fiction. Authors surveyed include Defoe, Richardson, Austen, Trollope, Bronte, Eliot, and others. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL251(Introduction to African American Literature), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory) ENL338 British and Commonwealth Drama 4 Semester Credits A variable survey of drama in English by British and Commonwealth playwrights, organized historically and/or thematically. Sample topics include “Mysteries and Moralities,” “London Onstage,” “The Empire Strikes Back,” and “What Is My Nation?” Readings range from the Middle Ages to the present. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL251(Introduction to African American Literature), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory), THR250(Script Analysis: Foundations of Theater) ENL339 Modern British and Irish Writers 4 Semester Credits Writers of the first half of the 20th century are surveyed, with attention paid to their contribution to modernism, experimentation, and literary form. Virginia Woolf, William Butler Yeats, James Joyce, Henry Green, D.H. Lawrence, Samuel Becket, and Muriel Spark are among the authors surveyed. Core Curriculum Component: None 66 Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL251(Introduction to African American Literature), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory) ENL350 Readings in African American Literature 4 Semester Credits This course offers a chance to look in depth at authors, themes, historical influences, and theoretical issues surrounding both classical and emerging minority literature. The course’s focus varies. A specific ethnic literature or a specific writer may be emphasized; at other times topics that cross the boundaries of minority literatures will be examined. Check the departmental web page for a given section’s emphasis. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG245(Introduction to Literature), ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL251(Introduction to African American Literature), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory) ENL351 19th Century American Literature 4 Semester Credits Covers the intellectual and social environment that affected the writers of the period. Many different genres - slave narratives, romances, tall tales, epic poetry - are considered. Douglass, Jacobs, Thoreau, Melville, Hawthorne, Twain, Emerson, Dickinson, James, and Wharton are among the authors surveyed. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL251(Introduction to African American Literature), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory) ENL352 American Literature from 1900 to 1945 4 Semester Credits Naturalism, the rise of modernism, the development of social protest literature, significant movements such as the Harlem Renaissance, and other major developments of the period are charted. Cather, Dreiser, Elliot, Fitzgerald, Faulkner, Hemingway, Hughes, and Hurston are among the writers considered. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL251(Introduction to African American Literature), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory) ENL353 American Literature from 1945 4 Semester Credits Writers surveyed include O’Connor, Bellow, Baraka, Baldwin, Ellison, Erdrich, Roth, Pynchon, Oates, Kingston, Mailer, Williams, Wideman, Morrison, as well as contemporary fiction writers represented by the Best American Short Stories anthologies. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL251(Introduction to African American Literature), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory) ENL354 Contemporary American Poetry 4 Semester Credits 67 A survey of the work of poets who have come into prominence since mid-20th century as represented in the anthology Contemporary American Poetry. Attention will be given to younger and/or less prominent poets represented in the Best American Poetry series. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL251(Introduction to African American Literature), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory) ENL355 Themes in American Indian Literature 4 Semester Credits The course is structured around a number of writers working within a particular theme such as Native Voices of Minnesota, Voices from the Southwest, Poetics and Politics of Native Writing, Women and Power in Native Literature, Urban-Reservation: Homing, and American Indian film-literature adaptation. Students focus on primary texts, comparing and contrasting theme, voice, aesthetic, or cultural emphasis as it shifts or arises across the group of texts. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL251(Introduction to African American Literature), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory) ENL358 Readings in American Drama 4 Semester Credits A variable survey of American drama from the early 20th century to the present, organized historically and/or thematically. Sample topics include "American Families", "Blacks and Whites", and "Sex and Self on the American Stage". Readings range from O’Neill and Treadwell to Shanley and Parks. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL251(Introduction to African American Literature), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory), THR250(Script Analysis: Foundations of Theater) ENL360 The Classical Tradition 4 Semester Credits A study of the major works of Greek and Roman literature, including Homer, Aeschylus, Sophocles, Virgil, through Dante. Works are studied with reference to their mythological foundations, their cultural background, their influence on later literature, and their enduring relevance. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL251(Introduction to African American Literature), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory) ENL361 The Medieval World 4 Semester Credits A survey of medieval literature from the collapse of the Roman Empire to the 14th century, this course emphasizes themes of cultural collision and synthesis: pagans - both classical and “barbarian” - and Christians; Islam and Christendom. Attention is paid to heroic traditions (myth, epic, saga, romance, hagiography); the literature of courtly and profane love; and visions of heaven and hell. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL251(Introduction to African American Literature), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory) 68 ENL362 Renaissance to Modern Literature 4 Semester Credits Study of masterpieces of literature, chiefly European, from the Renaissance to the modern period, including such authors as Moliere, Cervantes, Rabelais, Voltaire, and Ibsen. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL251(Introduction to African American Literature), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory) ENL365 Contemporary Post Colonial Fiction 4 Semester Credits This examination of contemporary world fiction includes work by authors from Latin America, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, and fiction written by indigenous authors worldwide. The course explores novels in relation to language, culture, and gender in an age of globalization and fragmented nationalisms, considering fictions in their literary, cultural, and social contexts. Cross-listed with Women’s Studies. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL251(Introduction to African American Literature), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory) ENL367 Women and Fiction 4 Semester Credits The course studies novels and short stories by women across cultures. Emphasis on the conditions that have affected women’s writing (including race and class), the reflection of women’s unique experience in their writing, and the ways in which women writers have contributed to and modified the Western literary heritage. This course is cross-listed with Women’s Studies. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG245(Introduction to Literature), ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL251(Introduction to African American Literature), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory) ENL368 Readings in World Dramas 4 Semester Credits A variable survey of drama in translation from around the world, organized historically and/or thematically. Sample topics include “Classical Theaters,” “Spanish and Latin American Drama from the Renaissance to the Present,” “Social Issues in Contemporary World Drama.” Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL251(Introduction to African American Literature), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory), THR250(Script Analysis: Foundations of Theater) ENL371 History of Cinema 4 Semester Credits A chronological survey of the development of cinema from the inception of the moving image in the late 19th century through the emergence of film as one of the most important popular art forms of the 20th century. Emphasis will be placed on important international cinematic artistic movements, such as Italian neorealism and the French New Wave, on cultural contexts that influenced the reception of film art, and on technological advancements that altered the medium and influenced both narrative and documentary filmmakers. 69 Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory) ENL380 Introduction to the English Language 4 Semester Credits A structural and historical overview of theoretical and social issues concerning the English language, including theories of language acquisition. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory) ENL385 Language and Power 4 Semester Credits Students will consider both spoken and written examples of language as a means of establishing, maintaining, or revoking power. They will also pay attention to gender differences in the use of language and analyze ways in which speakers and writers can both create and revise reality via the language they use. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory) ENL391 Thailand: Teaching ESL 4 Semester Credits In this course, offered alternate years, students will spend approximately three weeks in May in Thailand. During this time, students will visit temples and sites in Bangkok, Chiangmai, and Prachuab Kirikhan. They will learn about Thai Buddhism, government, traditional customs, and culture. Students will also spend several days teaching English to Thai students in a Thai secondary school. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None ENL394 Composition Theory and Practice 4 Semester Credits Students will examine composition as a relatively new field of study, one in which research in such areas as cognition, language acquisition, gender differences in language, and code switching are relevant. Using both spoken and written language, students will apply various theoretical positions to the language they and others use to communicate in a range of linguistic tasks. Recommended for licensure and potential graduate students. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL240(Introduction to Literary Study), ENL241(Introduction to Cinema Art), ENL250(American Voices), ENL255(American Indian Literature), ENL260(Authors), ENL270(Themes), ENL280(Genres), ENL290(Explorations in Language and Theory) ENL395 Topics 4 Semester Credits Individual courses designed to investigate specific themes, movements, authors, or works. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL396 70 Internship in Teaching Writing 4 Semester Credits This course is required for all Communication Arts/Literature licensure students. It is normally taken with students enrolled in English 101, Developmental Writing. Interns prepare class presentations, assess student writing, and learn methods useful in teaching composition. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(Consent of Instructor) ENL397 Internship 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL399 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None ENL410 Advanced Studies in Literature 4 Semester Credits Potential course subjects include “The Beats,” “American Indian Writers Speak,” “The Unteachable Novel,” “Studies in the American Romance,” “Black and White and Red All Over: Film Noir, Communism, and Race,” and others. Check the departmental web page for the subject of a specific term, and get a complete course description in the English Department. Core Curriculum Component: Keystone Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL330(Shakespeare), ENL332(British Literature: Renaissance and Reformation), ENL333(British and American Literature of the 17th and 18th Centuries: Strange Shores), ENL334(Reason and Romanticism), ENL336(Age of Victoria), ENL337(The British Novel), ENL338(British and Commonwealth Drama), ENL339(Modern British and Irish Writers), ENL350(Readings in African American Literature), ENL351(19th Century American Literature), ENL352(American Literature from 1900 to 1945), ENL353(American Literature from 1945), ENL354(Contemporary American Poetry), ENL355(Themes in American Indian Literature), ENL358(Readings in American Drama), ENL360(The Classical Tradition), ENL361(The Medieval World), ENL362(Renaissance to Modern Literature), ENL365(Contemporary Post Colonial Fiction), ENL367(Women and Fiction), ENL368(Readings in World Dramas), ENL371(History of Cinema), ENL380(Introduction to the English Language), ENL385(Language and Power), ENL390(Media Ethics and Theory), ENL394(Composition Theory and Practice) ENL420 Advanced Studies in Writing 4 Semester Credits The writing keystone is a final, summative seminar emphasizing collaboration, professional standards, and the creation of a publishable or performable completed product. The topic changes; check the departmental Web page. Core Curriculum Component: Keystone Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL320(Fiction One), ENL321(Fiction Two), ENL322(Poetry One), ENL323(Poetry Two), ENL324(Creative NonFiction), ENL325(Playwriting I), ENL327(Advanced Reporting), ENL328(Screenwriting), THR325(Playwriting I) ENL427 Advanced Studies in Media , Ethics, and Theory 4 Semester Credits This course acquaints students with the concepts and functions of the news media in global society, exploring the interaction of ethical and legal principles of American journalism and considering the role of the news media in historical, economic, and technological contexts. The course will analyze situations that have arisen in the past and situations that arise now in a digitized information world. Students will study the special position given the media in the United States and will consider First Amendment protections and the media’s responsibilities to inform the public in a free and democratic society. Core Curriculum Component: Keystone 71 Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL220(Intermediate Expository Writing), ENL221(Intermediate Expository Writing About the Arts), ENL226(Introduction to Creative Writing), ENL227(Journalism), ENL228(Broadcast and Online Journalism); 1 of ENL324(Creative NonFiction), ENL325(Playwriting I), ENL327(Advanced Reporting), ENL328(Screenwriting) ENL430 Advanced Studies in Theory and Method 4 Semester Credits Through a focus on particular issues and problems in literary studies, this course engages students in a variety of past and current critical theories. Possible course topics include “Is There a Gay Literature?” “Realism Reconsidered,” “Cognition, Meaning and Interpretation,” “Eco-criticism and the Nature of Reading,” “Readings in Theory,” and others. Check the departmental Web page for the subject of a specific term, and get a complete course description in the English Department. Core Curriculum Component: Keystone Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL330(Shakespeare), ENL332(British Literature: Renaissance and Reformation), ENL333(British and American Literature of the 17th and 18th Centuries: Strange Shores), ENL334(Reason and Romanticism), ENL336(Age of Victoria), ENL337(The British Novel), ENL338(British and Commonwealth Drama), ENL339(Modern British and Irish Writers), ENL350(Readings in African American Literature), ENL351(19th Century American Literature), ENL352(American Literature from 1900 to 1945), ENL353(American Literature from 1945), ENL354(Contemporary American Poetry), ENL355(Themes in American Indian Literature), ENL358(Readings in American Drama), ENL360(The Classical Tradition), ENL361(The Medieval World), ENL362(Renaissance to Modern Literature), ENL365(Contemporary Post Colonial Fiction), ENL367(Women and Fiction), ENL368(Readings in World Dramas), ENL371(History of Cinema), ENL380(Introduction to the English Language), ENL385(Language and Power), ENL390(Media Ethics and Theory), ENL394(Composition Theory and Practice) ENL498 Independent Study 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL499 Independent Study 4 Semester Credits Honors studies must be directed by a professor chosen by the student and approved by the department. Independent study projects not designated for honors must be approved by the Chair of the department. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL525 Teaching Writing: Practice and Theory 4 Semester Credits This course covers the practical and theoretical study of expository and creative writing pedagogies. MFA students work with accomplished faculty on curriculum and syllabi development, generation and revision of writing, workshop techniques, evaluation, and new media. During the term, students gain experience by completing an internship in the teaching of writing. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL510(Residency in Creative Writing I), ENL520(Residency in Creative Writing II), ENL530(Residency in Creative Writing III) ENL526 Literary Translation Practicum 4 Semester Credits A semester-long practicum in the theory and practice of literary translation, culminating in the student's translation of a major literary work. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL510(Residency in Creative Writing I), ENL520(Residency in Creative Writing II), ENL530(Residency in Creative Writing III) ENL527 72 Publishing I 4 Semester Credits The first of a two-semester practicum in the art, craft, and business of book publishing, Publishing I (ENL 527) features three areas of study: book-publishing overview, acquisitions, and editing. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL510(Residency in Creative Writing I), ENL520(Residency in Creative Writing II), ENL530(Residency in Creative Writing III) ENL528 Publishing II 4 Semester Credits The second of a two-semester practicum in the art, craft, and business of book publishing, Publishing II (ENL 528) focuses on four areas: book design, production, marketing, and distribution. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ENL527(Publishing I) ENL530 Residency in Creative Writing III 4 Semester Credits A ten-day intensive community experience in which writing students participate in genre workshops; seminars on fiction, nonfiction, poetry, screenwriting and playwriting; readings, screenings and stagings; lectures and discussions on academic writing, literary studies, translation and adaptation, pedagogical strategies and publishing. Meetings with mentors, introduction to online course delivery systems and sessions on the writing life and the business of writing included. Three residencies required (ENL 510, ENL 520, ENL 530) with varying focus depending on the candidate’s status as an entering, second year or graduating student. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL531 Residency in Creative Writing: Fiction 6 Semester Credits A ten-day intensive community experience in which writing students participate in genre workshops; seminars on fiction, nonfiction, poetry, screenwriting and playwriting; readings, screenings and stagings; lectures and discussions on academic writing, literary studies, translation and adaptation, pedagogical strategies and publishing. Meetings with mentors, introduction to online course delivery systems and sessions on the writing life and the business of writing included. Three residencies required with varying focus depending on the candidate’s status as an entering, second-year or graduating student. The course is repeatable. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL532 Residency in Creative Writing: Nonfiction 6 Semester Credits A ten-day intensive community experience in which writing students participate in genre workshops; seminars on fiction, nonfiction, poetry, screenwriting and playwriting; readings, screenings and stagings; lectures and discussions on academic writing, literary studies, translation and adaptation, pedagogical strategies and publishing. Meetings with mentors, introduction to online course delivery systems and sessions on the writing life and the business of writing included. Three residencies required with varying focus depending on the candidate’s status as an entering, second-year or graduating student. The course is repeatable. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL533 Residency in Creative Writing: Poetry 6 Semester Credits A ten-day intensive community experience in which writing students participate in genre workshops; seminars on fiction, nonfiction, poetry, screenwriting and playwriting; readings, screenings and stagings; lectures and discussions on academic writing, literary studies, 73 translation and adaptation, pedagogical strategies and publishing. Meetings with mentors, introduction to online course delivery systems and sessions on the writing life and the business of writing included. Three residencies required with varying focus depending on the candidate’s status as an entering, second-year or graduating student. The course is repeatable. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL534 Residency in Creative Writing: Screenwriting 6 Semester Credits A ten-day intensive community experience in which writing students participate in genre workshops; seminars on fiction, nonfiction, poetry, screenwriting and playwriting; readings, screenings and stagings; lectures and discussions on academic writing, literary studies, translation and adaptation, pedagogical strategies and publishing. Meetings with mentors, introduction to online course delivery systems and sessions on the writing life and the business of writing included. Three residencies required with varying focus depending on the candidate’s status as an entering, second-year or graduating student. The course is repeatable. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL535 Residency in Creative Writing: Playwriting 6 Semester Credits A ten-day intensive community experience in which writing students participate in genre workshops; seminars on fiction, nonfiction, poetry, screenwriting and playwriting; readings, screenings and stagings; lectures and discussions on academic writing, literary studies, translation and adaptation, pedagogical strategies and publishing. Meetings with mentors, introduction to online course delivery systems and sessions on the writing life and the business of writing included. Three residencies required with varying focus depending on the candidate’s status as an entering, second-year or graduating student. This course is repeatable. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL536 Residency in Creative Writing: Multi-Genre 6 Semester Credits A ten-day intensive community experience in which writing students participate in genre workshops; seminars on fiction, nonfiction, poetry, screenwriting and playwriting; readings, screenings and stagings; lectures and discussions on academic writing, literary studies, translation and adaptation, pedagogical strategies and publishing. Meetings with mentors, introduction to online course delivery systems and sessions on the writing life and the business of writing included. Three residencies required with varying focus depending on the candidate’s status as an entering, second-year or graduating student. This course is repeatable. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL541 Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Fiction 6 Semester Credits Studio experience. One-on-one creative work with a faculty mentor who guides the student’s production of work and study of craft. Mentor provides written and oral commentary on creative work submitted monthly throughout the term by the student, in a virtual studio environment using electronic classroom and other communication tools. Creative analysis of canonical and contemporary readings in the field also required. Close attention to techniques chosen by writers, impact of those choices on work, and development of awareness of student’s own writing process. This course is repeatable. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL542 Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Nonfiction 6 Semester Credits Studio experience. One-on-one creative work with a faculty mentor who guides the student’s production of work and study of craft. Mentor provides written and oral commentary on creative work submitted monthly throughout the term by the student, in a virtual studio environment using electronic classroom and other communication tools. Creative analysis of canonical and contemporary readings in 74 the field also required. Close attention to techniques chosen by writers, impact of those choices on work, and development of awareness of student’s own writing process. This course is repeatable. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL543 Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Poetry 6 Semester Credits Studio experience. One-on-one creative work with a faculty mentor who guides the student’s production of work and study of craft. Mentor provides written and oral commentary on creative work submitted monthly throughout the term by the student, in a virtual studio environment using electronic classroom and other communication tools. Creative analysis of canonical and contemporary readings in the field also required. Close attention to techniques chosen by writers, impact of those choices on work, and development of awareness of student’s own writing process. This course is repeatable. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL544 Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Screenwriting 6 Semester Credits Studio experience. One-on-one creative work with a faculty mentor who guides the student’s production of work and study of craft. Mentor provides written and oral commentary on creative work submitted monthly throughout the term by the student, in a virtual studio environment using electronic classroom and other communication tools. Creative analysis of canonical and contemporary readings in the field also required. Close attention to techniques chosen by writers, impact of those choices on work, and development of awareness of student’s own writing process. This course is repeatable. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL545 Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Playwriting 6 Semester Credits Studio experience. One-on-one creative work with a faculty mentor who guides the student’s production of work and study of craft. Mentor provides written and oral commentary on creative work submitted monthly throughout the term by the student, in a virtual studio environment using electronic classroom and other communication tools. Creative analysis of canonical and contemporary readings in the field also required. Close attention to techniques chosen by writers, impact of those choices on work, and development of awareness of student’s own writing process. This course is repeatable. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL546 Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Multi-Genre 6 Semester Credits Studio experience. One-on-one creative work with a faculty mentor who guides the student’s production of work and study of craft. Mentor provides written and oral commentary on creative work submitted monthly throughout the term by the student, in a virtual studio environment using electronic classroom and other communication tools. Creative analysis of canonical and contemporary readings in the field also required. Close attention to techniques chosen by writers, impact of those choices on work, and development of awareness of student’s own writing process. This course is repeatable. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL547 Craft Paper: Fiction 2 Semester Credits Taken during a student’s third semester of long-distance learning, the craft paper course asks that a student conduct a semester-long investigation of an element of writing and produce a paper based on the findings. This work is conducted remotely, via internet, mail, and/or phone, under the guidance of a faculty mentor. 75 Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(MFA Director Approval) ENL548 Craft Paper: Nonfiction 2 Semester Credits Taken during a student’s third semester of long-distance learning, the craft paper course asks that a student conduct a semester-long investigation of an element of writing and produce a paper based on the findings. This work is conducted remotely, via internet, mail, and/or phone, under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(MFA Director Approval) ENL549 Craft Paper: Poetry 2 Semester Credits Taken during a student’s third semester of long-distance learning, the craft paper course asks that a student conduct a semester-long investigation of an element of writing and produce a paper based on the findings. This work is conducted remotely, via internet, mail, and/or phone, under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(MFA Director Approval) ENL550 Craft Paper: Screenwriting 2 Semester Credits Taken during a student’s third semester of long-distance learning, the craft paper course asks that a student conduct a semester-long investigation of an element of writing and produce a paper based on the findings. This work is conducted remotely, via internet, mail, and/or phone, under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(MFA Director Approval) ENL551 Craft Paper: Playwriting 2 Semester Credits Taken during a student’s third semester of long-distance learning, the craft paper course asks that a student conduct a semester-long investigation of an element of writing and produce a paper based on the findings. This work is conducted remotely, via internet, mail, and/or phone, under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(MFA Director Approval) ENL552 Craft Paper: Multi-Genre 2 Semester Credits Taken during a student’s third semester of long-distance learning, the craft paper course asks that a student conduct a semester-long investigation of an element of writing and produce a paper based on the findings. This work is conducted remotely, via internet, mail, and/or phone, under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(MFA Director Approval) ENL553 Thesis: Fiction 2 Semester Credits Taken, initially, with a paired course in Mentorship and Creative and Critical Reading, the thesis course represents the culmination of a student’s experience in the MFA program. At this time, a student completes and revises a book-length project worthy of publication under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Types of theses vary depending on a student’s primary genre, but may include a novel, a 76 collection of short stories or poems, a screenplay or play, a memoir, or a book of essays. This course must be repeated if a student’s manuscript is not deemed ready by his or her mentor. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(MFA Director Approval), ENL541(Corequisite for first registration in ENL553) *concurrent registration is required* ENL554 Thesis: Nonfiction 2 Semester Credits Taken, initially, with a paired course in Mentorship and Creative and Critical Reading, the thesis course represents the culmination of a student’s experience in the MFA program. At this time, a student completes and revises a book-length project worthy of publication under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Types of theses vary depending on a student’s primary genre, but may include a novel, a collection of short stories or poems, a screenplay or play, a memoir, or a book of essays. This course must be repeated if a student’s manuscript is not deemed ready by his or her mentor. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(MFA Director Approval), ENL542(Corequisite for first registration in ENL554) *concurrent registration is required* ENL555 Thesis: Poetry 2 Semester Credits Taken, initially, with a paired course in Mentorship and Creative and Critical Reading, the thesis course represents the culmination of a student’s experience in the MFA program. At this time, a student completes and revises a book-length project worthy of publication under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Types of theses vary depending on a student’s primary genre, but may include a novel, a collection of short stories or poems, a screenplay or play, a memoir, or a book of essays. This course must be repeated if a student’s manuscript is not deemed ready by his or her mentor. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(MFA Director Approval), ENL543(Corequisite for first registration in ENL555) *concurrent registration is required* ENL556 Thesis: Screenwriting 2 Semester Credits Taken, initially, with a paired course in Mentorship and Creative and Critical Reading, the thesis course represents the culmination of a student’s experience in the MFA program. At this time, a student completes and revises a book-length project worthy of publication under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Types of theses vary depending on a student’s primary genre, but may include a novel, a collection of short stories or poems, a screenplay or play, a memoir, or a book of essays. This course must be repeated if a student’s manuscript is not deemed ready by his or her mentor. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(MFA Director Approval), ENL544(Corequisite for first registration in ENL556) *concurrent registration is required* ENL557 Thesis: Playwriting 2 Semester Credits Taken, initially, with a paired course in Mentorship and Creative and Critical Reading, the thesis course represents the culmination of a student’s experience in the MFA program. At this time, a student completes and revises a book-length project worthy of publication under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Types of theses vary depending on a student’s primary genre, but may include a novel, a collection of short stories or poems, a screenplay or play, a memoir, or a book of essays. This course must be repeated if a student’s manuscript is not deemed ready by his or her mentor. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(MFA Director Approval), ENL545(Corequisite for first registration in ENL557) *concurrent registration is required* ENL558 Thesis: Multi-Genre 77 2 Semester Credits Taken, initially, with a paired course in Mentorship and Creative and Critical Reading, the thesis course represents the culmination of a student’s experience in the MFA program. At this time, a student completes and revises a book-length project worthy of publication under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Types of theses vary depending on a student’s primary genre, but may include a novel, a collection of short stories or poems, a screenplay or play, a memoir, or a book of essays. This course must be repeated if a student’s manuscript is not deemed ready by his or her mentor. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(MFA Director Approval), ENL546(Corequisite for first registration in ENL558) *concurrent registration is required* ENL561 Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Fiction 3 Semester Credits Studio experience. One-on-one creative work with a faculty mentor who guides the student’s production of work and study of craft. Mentor provides written and oral commentary on creative work submitted bi-monthly throughout the term by the student, in a virtual studio environment using electronic classroom and other communication tools. Creative analysis of canonical and contemporary readings in the field also required. Close attention to techniques chosen by writers, impact of those choices on work, and development of awareness of student’s own writing process. This course is repeatable. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL562 Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Nonfiction 3 Semester Credits Studio experience. One-on-one creative work with a faculty mentor who guides the student’s production of work and study of craft. Mentor provides written and oral commentary on creative work submitted bi-monthly throughout the term by the student, in a virtual studio environment using electronic classroom and other communication tools. Creative analysis of canonical and contemporary readings in the field also required. Close attention to techniques chosen by writers, impact of those choices on work, and development of awareness of student’s own writing process. This course is repeatable. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL563 Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Poetry 3 Semester Credits Studio experience. One-on-one creative work with a faculty mentor who guides the student’s production of work and study of craft. Mentor provides written and oral commentary on creative work submitted bi-monthly throughout the term by the student, in a virtual studio environment using electronic classroom and other communication tools. Creative analysis of canonical and contemporary readings in the field also required. Close attention to techniques chosen by writers, impact of those choices on work, and development of awareness of student’s own writing process. This course is repeatable. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL564 Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Screenwriting 3 Semester Credits Studio experience. One-on-one creative work with a faculty mentor who guides the student’s production of work and study of craft. Mentor provides written and oral commentary on creative work submitted bi-monthly throughout the term by the student, in a virtual studio environment using electronic classroom and other communication tools. Creative analysis of canonical and contemporary readings in the field also required. Close attention to techniques chosen by writers, impact of those choices on work, and development of awareness of student’s own writing process. This course is repeatable. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL565 Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Playwriting 78 3 Semester Credits Studio experience. One-on-one creative work with a faculty mentor who guides the student’s production of work and study of craft. Mentor provides written and oral commentary on creative work submitted bi-monthly throughout the term by the student, in a virtual studio environment using electronic classroom and other communication tools. Creative analysis of canonical and contemporary readings in the field also required. Close attention to techniques chosen by writers, impact of those choices on work, and development of awareness of student’s own writing process. This course is repeatable. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENL566 Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Multi-Genre 3 Semester Credits Studio experience. One-on-one creative work with a faculty mentor who guides the student’s production of work and study of craft. Mentor provides written and oral commentary on creative work submitted bi-monthly throughout the term by the student, in a virtual studio environment using electronic classroom and other communication tools. Creative analysis of canonical and contemporary readings in the field also required. Close attention to techniques chosen by writers, impact of those choices on work, and development of awareness of student’s own writing process. This course is repeatable. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENV – Environmental Studies ENV100 Environmental Connections 4 Semester Credits An interdisciplinary introduction to current environmental issues. The course depends on ecological visions of the world and examines the connections we share as people living simultaneously in human community and in physical environments. In examining these connections, we depend on the insights offered by political science, biology, economics, literature, sociology, chemistry, and history as well as experiential education and service-learning. The issues examined in this class — neither remote nor abstract — exist in our everyday lives, and a central feature of the course is the application of knowledge gained in the class to a campus project. Core Curriculum Component: Social and Behavioral Sciences Prerequisite(s): None ENV120 Environmental Science 4 Semester Credits An introduction to the systematic study of the environment from physical, biological, chemical, and quantitative perspectives. Concurrent registration in ENV120L is required. Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Lab) Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3) ENV120L Environmental Science Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Lab) Prerequisite(s): ENV120(Environmental Science) *concurrent registration is required* ENV310 Environmental Politics Field Seminar 4 Semester Credits This course will provide students with the opportunity to explore first-hand the environmental politics in the United States or various other locations depending on the offering. Students will apply concepts learned in earlier environmental studies courses and engage in field research on a topic of their choice, as a step toward their keystone research project for the major. Locations include the Mississippi River, Central America, and Tanzania, depending on the term. 79 Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENV100(Environmental Connections), POL241(Environmental and River Politics) ENV397 Internship 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENV399 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ENV490 Environmental Studies Independent Project 4 Semester Credits An independently-designed project (approved by the program director and a committee of three environmental studies faculty representing at least two academic divisions) that displays a student’s ability to synthesize interdisciplinary approaches, demonstrate higher-level learning, and examine vocational issues through the study of an environmental problem. Vocational questions will also be formally explored. Core Curriculum Component: Keystone Prerequisite(s): 1 of CHM106(Principles of Chemistry II), CHM116(General Chemistry II); BIO152(Evolution, Ecology and Diversity), ENV100(Environmental Connections), ENV399(Internship), HIS316(U.S. Urban Environmental History), SWK210(Environmental Justice and Social Change) ENV492 The City and Environment Keystone 4 Semester Credits Intended for advanced Metro-Urban and Environmental Studies majors, this course requires the successful completion of an applied group project or independently-designed thesis. Core Curriculum Component: Keystone Prerequisite(s): ENV100(Environmental Connections), ENV120(Environmental Science), ENV399(Internship), HIS316(U.S. Urban Environmental History), SWK210(Environmental Justice and Social Change) ENV499 Independent Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ESE – Education ESE199 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ESE220 Introduction to Human Geography 3 Semester Credits 80 This course is designed as an introduction to the principal concepts, approaches, and perspectives of the study of geography through the examination of world geographic patterns and processes. Major topics include population distribution; cultural characteristics and cultural landscapes; political integration and disintegration; economic land use; settlements and urbanization. This course will meet the Minnesota Standards of Effective Practice in Geography for middle school and high school social studies license. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ESE298 Directed Study 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ESE299 Directed Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) ESE300 Reading/Writing in the Content Area 3 Semester Credits The study and use of a variety of middle school and secondary techniques and resources to teach reading and writing through the content areas. Field experience required. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) ESE310 5-12 Methods: Social Studies 3 Semester Credits Introduction to the teaching of the social sciences in middle and high schools. Emphasis on instructional strategies and curriculum development. Middle school portion required in social studies is taught as ESE 311 Middle School Methods: Social Studies. Field service in a middle school classroom required. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) ESE311 Middle School Methods: Social Studies 2 Semester Credits Introduction to the teaching of the social sciences in middle and high schools. Emphasis on instructional strategies and curriculum development. Middle school portion required in social studies is taught as ESE 311 Middle School Methods: Social Studies. Field service in a middle school classroom required. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) ESE325 Creating Learning Environments 3 Semester Credits An introduction to assessment, lesson planning, and classroom organization based in the Minnesota Graduation Rule, state testing, and national standards. Emphasis will be placed on creating environments conducive to learning. Note: Students seeking 5-12 Health and K-12 PE licenses do not need to take this course. One of the main aims of this course will be to continue the process of thinking, talking and writing effectively about questions and matters of education. This will be informed by class readings, field work and observations, personal experiences and class discussion. It is a goal of the course that students leave more informed about different 81 modes of thinking and learning and, by extension, different modes of teaching and how to effectively relate these forms of cognition both verbally as well as in the written word. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) ESE330 5-12 Methods: Mathematics 3 Semester Credits Introduction to the teaching of mathematics in middle and high schools. Emphasis on instructional strategies and curriculum development. Middle school portion required in mathematics taught concurrently as ESE 331 Middle School Methods: Mathematics. Field service in a middle school classroom required. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) ESE331 Middle School Methods: Mathematics 2 Semester Credits Introduction to the teaching of mathematics in middle and high schools. Emphasis on instructional strategies and curriculum development. Middle school portion required in mathematics taught concurrently as ESE 331 Middle School Methods: Mathematics. Field service in a middle school classroom required. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) ESE340 5-12 Methods: Natural Science 3 Semester Credits Introduction to the teaching of the natural sciences in middle and high schools. Emphasis on instructional strategies and curriculum development. Middle school portion required in science taught concurrently as ESE 341 Middle School Methods: Science. Field service in a middle school classroom required. Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) ESE341 Middle School Methods: Natural Science 2 Semester Credits Introduction to the teaching of the natural sciences in middle and high schools. Emphasis on instructional strategies and curriculum development. Middle school portion required in science taught concurrently as ESE 341 Middle School Methods: Science. Field service in a middle school classroom required. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) ESE350 5-12 Methods: Literature and Reading 3 Semester Credits Introduction to the teaching of literature and reading in the middle and high schools. Emphasis on instructional strategies and curriculum development. Also required for elementary concentration in communication arts/literature. Fieldwork experience required. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) ESE351 5-12 Methods: Speaking and Listening 2 Semester Credits 82 Introduction to the teaching of speaking and listening in middle and high schools. Emphasis on instructional strategies and curriculum development. Required for communication arts/literature license. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) ESE360 K-12 Methods: Visual Arts 3 Semester Credits Introduction to the teaching of visual arts in the schools. Emphasis on instructional strategies and curriculum development. Fieldwork experience required. Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) ESE370 K-12 Methods: Music 3 Semester Credits Introduction to the teaching of music in the schools. Emphasis on instructional strategies and curriculum development. Fieldwork experience required. Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) ESE396 Internship * 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission), TPL001(Education Admit) ESE399 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) ESE489 Teacher Performance Assessment and Student Teaching Seminar 2 Semester Credits This course supports the development of the teacher candidate's professional practice through a series of seminars that focus on helping student teachers make connections between the student teaching experience and what they have learned through their education courses and field experiences. These workshops mentor students in the analysis and completion of the Teaching Performance Assessment (edTPA). Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission); 1 of STUTEACH12(Student Teaching, 12 Credits), STUTEACH4(Student Teaching, 4 Credits), STUTEACH8(Student Teaching, 8 Credits), STUTEACHEX(Student Teaching, Extended Experience) ESE498 Independent Study 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) ESE499 83 Independent Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) ESE500 Reading/Writing in the Content Area 3 Semester Credits The study and use of a variety of middle school and secondary techniques and resources to teach reading and writing through the content areas. Field experience required. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) ESE525 Creating Learning Environments 3 Semester Credits An introduction to assessment, lesson planning, and classroom organization based in the Minnesota Graduation Rule, state testing, and national standards. Emphasis will be placed on creating environments conducive to learning. Note: Students seeking 5-12 Health and K-12 PE licenses do not need to take this course. One of the main aims of this course will be to continue the process of thinking, talking and writing effectively about questions and matters of education. This will be informed by class readings, field work and observations, personal experiences and class discussion. It is a goal of the course that students leave more informed about different modes of thinking and learning and, by extension, different modes of teaching and how to effectively relate these forms of cognition both verbally as well as in the written word. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) ESL – Education ESL310 Second Language Acquisition 2 Semester Credits This course provides examines the process of acquiring an additional language. Multiple theories of second language acquisition, the differences between first and second language acquisition, and recent work in neurolinguistics will be examined. The class is designed for people who plan to teach, thus attention will be paid to the implications of research for language instruction. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ESL320 Introduction to Linguistics 2 Semester Credits This course addresses three central goals of language study: 1.) Understanding “grammar” as a human capacity that allows us to learn, use, and understand language; 2.) Understanding the structure of language and the components of language study; and 3.) Describing features of the English language: its sound system, its word formation processes, its sentence structures, and its rules for meaning Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ESL330 History and Structure of the English Language 3 Semester Credits This course provides a thorough study of English grammar. Intended for future ESL teachers, the course focuses on developing students’ ability to describe language and effectively teach language structures. The history and development of the English language and the phenomenon of language change will also be covered. Core Curriculum Component: None 84 Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission); ESL310(Second Language Acquisition), ESL320(Introduction to Linguistics) ESL340 ESL Literacy 3 Semester Credits By focusing both on theory and practical skills, future ESL teachers will learn methods and strategies for planning and implementing literacy instruction for English Language Learners. The interaction of language learning and literacy, first language literary, biliteracy, and literacy assessment will all be explored. This course includes a 20-hour field placement. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): ESL310(Second Language Acquisition) ESL410 ESL Testing and Evaluation 2 Semester Credits This course provides an overview of procedures and instruments used in identifying and assessing English learners. State and national policies regarding ELL assessment will be covered. Current uses of standardized language proficiency tests and academic content tests will be discussed. The course also examines classroom and authentic assessment and seeks to build teacher skill in these areas. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ESL340(ESL Literacy), ESL520(ESL Literacy) ESL420 ESL Methods 3 Semester Credits This course provides an overview of English as a second language teaching methods and materials, focusing on preparing students to design and teach standards-based ESL lessons and curriculum units. The basic principles underlying ESL pedagogy and techniques for teaching students at different levels will be examined. Includes a 20-hour field experience. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ESL330(History and Structure of the English Language), ESL510(History and Structure of the English Language); 1 of ESL340(ESL Literacy), ESL520(ESL Literacy); ESL310(Second Language Acquisition), ESL410(ESL Testing and Evaluation) ESL489 Teacher Performance Assessment and Student Teaching Seminar 2 Semester Credits This course supports the development of the teacher candidate's professional practice through a series of seminars that focus on helping student teachers make connections between the student teaching experience and what they have learned through their education courses and field experiences. These workshops mentor students in the analysis and completion of the Teaching Performance Assessment (edTPA). Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of EDADMIT(Education Department Admission), GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission); 1 of STUTEACH12(Student Teaching, 12 Credits), STUTEACH4(Student Teaching, 4 Credits), STUTEACH8(Student Teaching, 8 Credits), STUTEACHEX(Student Teaching, Extended Experience) ESL490 Language, Culture, and Schools 3 Semester Credits This course explores the way relationships among language, culture, schools and society impacts the school experience and language minority students. The course connects concepts from sociolinguistics and examines how educators can best create school environments that serve the needs of their English learners. Core Curriculum Component: Keystone Prerequisite(s): 1 of ESL340(ESL Literacy), ESL520(ESL Literacy); ESL310(Second Language Acquisition) ESL499 Independent Study 4 Semester Credits 85 Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ESL510 History and Structure of the English Language 3 Semester Credits This course provides a thorough study of English grammar. Intended for future ESL teachers, the course focuses on developing students’ ability to describe language and effectively teach language structures. The history and development of the English language and the phenomenon of language change will also be covered. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): GRADEDADMIT(Graduate Education Department Admission) ESL520 ESL Literacy 3 Semester Credits By focusing both on theory and practical skills, future ESL teachers will learn methods and strategies for planning and implementing literacy instruction for English Language Learners. The interaction of language learning and literacy, first language literary, biliteracy, and literacy assessment will all be explored. This course includes a 20-hour field placement. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ESL530 Language, Culture, and Schools 3 Semester Credits This course explores the relationships between language, culture, schools and society and the way that these relationships impact the school experience of language minority students. The course provides an introduction to the study of sociolinguistics and examines how educators can best create school environments that serve the needs of their English learners. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ESL540 ESL Methods 3 Semester Credits This course provides an overview of English as a second language teaching methods and materials, focusing on preparing students to design and teach standards-based ESL lessons and curriculum units. The basic principles underlying ESL pedagogy and techniques for teaching students at different levels will be examined. Includes a 20-hour field experience. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ESL599 Independent Study 3 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None FAR – Farsi FAR111 Beginning Farsi I 4 Semester Credits An introductory sequence in Basic Modern Persian (Farsi). Aims to develop communicative skills in understanding, speaking, translating into English, and reading phonetic transcriptions, while exploring the culture of Iran and other Farsi-speaking countries such as Afghanistan and Tadjikstan. 86 Core Curriculum Component: Modern Language 1 Prerequisite(s): None FAR112 Beginning Farsi II 4 Semester Credits An introductory sequence in Basic Modern Persian (Farsi). Aims to develop communicative skills in understanding, speaking, translating into English, and reading phonetic transcriptions, while exploring the culture of Iran and other Farsi-speaking countries such as Afghanistan and Tadjikstan. Core Curriculum Component: Modern Language 2 Prerequisite(s): FAR111(Beginning Farsi I) FAR295 Special Topics 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): FAR112(Beginning Farsi II) FIA – Music FIA206 Sights and Sounds of Europe 4 Semester Credits FIA 206 Sights and Sounds of Europe Visit key cultural and historical sites and attend musical performances in European cities to learn to see and listen deeply. Respond to these experiences through sketching, and art and music appreciation. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None FIN – Finance FIN240 Personal Finance 4 Semester Credits Introduction to personal financial planning and budgeting, credit management, income taxes, insurance, real estate, investments, retirement, and estate planning. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None FIN331 Financial Management 4 Semester Credits This course includes financial statement analysis, risk and return, security valuation, capital budgeting, capital structure, and working capital management. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ECO112(Principles of Macroeconomics), ECO113(Principles of Microeconomics); 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3); ACC221(Introduction to Financial Accounting) FIN399 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience 87 Prerequisite(s): None FIN433 Financial Theory: Policy and Practice 4 Semester Credits This course includes readings and case discussions on markets, financial strategy, capital structure and payout policies, raising capital, risk management, corporate restructuring, and corporate governance. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of BUS331(Financial Management), FIN331(Financial Management) FIN438 Investment Theory 4 Semester Credits This is an introduction to investment decision-making and portfolio management-theory and practice. Other topics include valuation principles and practices, risk and return analysis, and derivatives. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of BUS331(Financial Management), FIN331(Financial Management); 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level) FIN460 International Finance 4 Semester Credits This course develops tools for practicing multinational financial management including: currency exchange rates, risk, forecasting, spot and forward rates, hedging, international monetary and trade flows as represented in the accounting and macroeconomic identities for current account and trade deficits. This course extends the framework of financial management to include international transactions as well as ethical considerations. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of BUS331(Financial Management), FIN331(Financial Management) FLM – Film FLM124 Monster Movies 4 Semester Credits Monster Movies is a survey course that explores the history and impact that imaginary and wicked persons, animals, or things in film have had on our culture. Utilizing portions of historically significant monster movies, students will analyze the construction of these cinematic creatures and investigate why audiences enjoy being frightened. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None FLM180 Film Sight and Sound 4 Semester Credits This is a beginning-level production course that explores the language of film by way of its aesthetic roots, technological history, and the vocabulary associated with visual story telling. Students will analyze scenes at the shot-by-shot level while learning the creative potential of the moving image. Students then incorporate these lessons into their own work. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None FLM216 Film Production I 4 Semester Credits 88 This is an introductory film production course that explores the short narrative story form. Students will write, shoot, and edit four 16mm silent black & white films. This course explores the collaborative nature, technical requirements, and creative demands of telling stories through film. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): FLM180(Film Sight and Sound) FLM229 Screenwriting 4 Semester Credits An introductory course in writing for film, this course will take students from story outline to the creation of a screenplay draft. In addition to writing their own scripts, students will review feature films and analyze work written by each member of the class, giving detailed critical analysis and engaging in discussion of aesthetics, craft, and form. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None FLM230 Scenic Painting: Paint for Stage, Film and Faux Application 4 Semester Credits Scenic Painting is an introductory study of the art of scenic painting for the stage, film, and faux application. Through a series of foundational painting projects, reading assignments, informal lecture, discussion, and a final cumulative painting project students will develop the required skills and understanding of what it means to be a scenic artist and what role the scenic artist plays in artistry of theatre and film. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None FLM240 Animation 4 Semester Credits This course provides a foundation in the basic principles and techniques of animation. Students will consider the practice, theory, and cultural function of animation in film, television and new media as they create several animated shorts. Emphasis is placed on creating animations using motion picture software and new media tools. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None FLM260 Documentary Production I 4 Semester Credits This is an introductory video production course that explores documentary’s nonfiction art form. Through a series of four video projects, students learn the elements and structure of stories that observe the world through a lens. Emphasis will be placed on research and story development, as well as learning through collaboration during production. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): COM247(Documentary History and Theory), FLM180(Film Sight and Sound) FLM295 Film Topics 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None FLM312 Film Production II 4 Semester Credits 89 This intermediate 16mm production course builds on the lessons and skills learned in FLM 216, with the addition of negative color photography and synchronized sound. Each student creates three narrative film projects with a collaborative team where they experience the tasks of writing, directing, shooting, and editing. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): FLM216(Film Production I) FLM348 Intermediate Video Production 4 Semester Credits This course explores the potential of digital cinema. Building on the lessons learned in COM 247, emphasis will be placed on the visual aesthetic of the digital image while exploring the craft of storytelling. Each student will produce projects in each of film’s three main genres: narrative, documentary, and experimental. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): FLM260(Documentary Production I) FLM390 Documentary Film: Location Keystone 4 Semester Credits This is a short-term study abroad seminar designed to fulfill the Augcore Keystone requirement. Any Film Studies, Communication Studies, American Indian Studies, and English students with good standing may enroll in the 390 course. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): COM247(Documentary History and Theory), FLM216(Film Production I) FLM396 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None FLM397 Internship 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None FLM399 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None FLM420 Issues in Contemporary Cinema 4 Semester Credits This course will examine cultural, artistic, commercial, and theoretical concerns that occur in world cinema today. Our purpose is to help students both contextualize the cinema they see in appropriate and insightful ways, and to provide a sophisticated critical apparatus to help them read films as texts and to interpret the cinema’s larger societal value and impact. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of COM247(Documentary History and Theory), ENL371(History of Cinema) FLM490 Film Studies Keystone: Critical Conversations about Film and Vocation 4 Semester Credits 90 FLM 490 is a keystone course required for the major, and enrollment is normally restricted to students who have nearly finished their coursework. This final production seminar emphasizes the creation of both a team-produced long-form video and individual vocational portfolios required for the transition to professional life. Core Curriculum Component: Keystone Prerequisite(s): FLM216(Film Production I), FLM260(Documentary Production I), FLM420(Issues in Contemporary Cinema) FLM495 Topics 4 Semester Credits Selected topics in film with emphasis on professional standards at every step of the finished project. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None FLM499 Independent Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None FRE – French FRE111 Beginning French I 4 Semester Credits Aims to develop communication skills of understanding, speaking, reading, and writing. Through conversations, classroom practice, and readings, these courses work toward the discovery of French culture and way of life. Core Curriculum Component: Modern Language 1 Prerequisite(s): None FRE112 Beginning French II 4 Semester Credits Aims to develop communication skills of understanding, speaking, reading, and writing. Through conversations, classroom practice, and readings, these courses work toward the discovery of French culture and way of life. Core Curriculum Component: Modern Language 2 Prerequisite(s): 1 of FRE111(Beginning French I), FRELANG(French Language Placement) FRE199 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None FRE211 Intermediate French I 4 Semester Credits Selected articles, interviews, and literary readings are the basis of practice in communication, vocabulary building, and developing greater ease in reading and writing French. Review of basic structures and grammar. Laboratory work. Core Curriculum Component: Modern Language 2 Prerequisite(s): 1 of FRE112(Beginning French II), FRELANG(French Language Placement) FRE212 91 Intermediate French II 4 Semester Credits Selected articles, interviews, and literary readings are the basis of practice in communication, vocabulary building, and developing greater ease in reading and writing French. Review of basic structures and grammar. Laboratory work. Core Curriculum Component: Modern Language 2 Prerequisite(s): 1 of FRE211(Intermediate French I), FRELANG(French Language Placement) FRE295 Topics 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None FRE299 Directed Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None FRE311 French Conversation and Composition 4 Semester Credits Explores topics of current interest in both oral and written form to build fluency, accuracy, and facility of expression in French. Emphasis on vocabulary enrichment, grammatical refinements, effective organization of ideas. A prerequisite to other upper division courses. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of FRE212(Intermediate French II), FRELANG(French Language Placement) FRE331 French Civilization: Historical Perspective 4 Semester Credits A study of the diversified development of the French from their beginnings to the modern period. Special attention to cultural manifestations of French intellectual, political, social, and artistic self-awareness. Readings, reports, extensive use of audio-visual materials. In French. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): FRE311(French Conversation and Composition) FRE332 French Civilization Today 4 Semester Credits Topics in 20th-century problems, ideas. Cultural manifestations that promote understanding of French-speaking people and their contributions to the contemporary scene. Readings, reports, extensive use of audio-visual materials, and periodicals. In French. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): FRE311(French Conversation and Composition) FRE351 Survey of French Literature I 4 Semester Credits The study of major French authors and literary movements in France through the reading of whole literary works where possible. Lectures, discussion, oral and written reports in French. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): FRE311(French Conversation and Composition) 92 FRE353 Survey of French Literature II 4 Semester Credits The study of major French authors and literary movements in France through the reading of whole literary works where possible. Lectures, discussion, oral and written reports in French. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): FRE311(French Conversation and Composition) FRE399 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None FRE411 Advanced French Conversation and Composition 4 Semester Credits By means of reading, speaking, and writing on topics of intellectual, social, or political interest, the student acquires extensive training in key modalities at an advanced level. Attention to accuracy and effectiveness, characteristic levels of expression, refinements in style and organization. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level); FRE311(French Conversation and Composition) FRE495 Special Topics 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None FRE499 Independent Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None GER – German GER111 Beginning German I 4 Semester Credits Aims at developing basic skills. Classroom practice in speaking, understanding, and reading and writing basic German. Goals: ability to read extended narratives in simple German, insights into German culture, and participation in short conversations. Core Curriculum Component: Modern Language 1 Prerequisite(s): None GER112 Beginning German II 4 Semester Credits Aims at developing basic skills. Classroom practice in speaking, understanding, and reading and writing basic German. Goals: ability to read extended narratives in simple German, insights into German culture, and participation in short conversations. 93 Core Curriculum Component: Modern Language 2 Prerequisite(s): 1 of GER111(Beginning German I), GERLANG(German Language Placement) GER199 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None GER211 Intermediate German I 4 Semester Credits Aims at developing basic skills into working knowledge of German. Review of basic structures with emphasis on extending range of vocabulary and idiomatic expression through reading and discussion of materials representing contemporary German life and literature. Core Curriculum Component: Modern Language 2 Prerequisite(s): 1 of GER112(Beginning German II), GERLANG(German Language Placement) GER212 Intermediate German II 4 Semester Credits Aims at developing basic skills into working knowledge of German. Review of basic structures with emphasis on extending range of vocabulary and idiomatic expression through reading and discussion of materials representing contemporary German life and literature. Core Curriculum Component: Modern Language 2 Prerequisite(s): 1 of GER211(Intermediate German I), GERLANG(German Language Placement) GER295 Topics 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None GER299 Directed Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None GER311 German Conversation and Composition 4 Semester Credits Aims at developing facility in the use of grammatical structures, vocabulary, and idiomatic expressions most common in colloquial German. Intensive practice in speaking is supplemented with exercises in written composition. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of GER212(Intermediate German II), GERLANG(German Language Placement) GER331 German Civilization and Culture I 4 Semester Credits Follows the cultural and social development of the German-speaking peoples from the prehistorical Indo-European origins (ca. 3,000 B.C.) to the Thirty Years War (1648). In German. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): GER311(German Conversation and Composition) 94 GER332 German Civilization and Culture II 4 Semester Credits Survey of cultural currents that have shaped Germany, Austria, and Switzerland since the Age of Enlightenment. The contemporary scene is considered in view of its roots in the intellectual, geopolitical, artistic, and scientific history of the German-speaking peoples. In German. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): GER311(German Conversation and Composition) GER351 Survey of German Literature I 4 Semester Credits The prose, epic, and poetry readings in this course chronicle the German experience from Charlemagne to Napoleon; from Luther to Kant; from Hildegard of Bingen to Goethe, Schiller, and the Romantics; and offer a way to relive the Renaissance, the Reformation, and the Enlightenment. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): GER311(German Conversation and Composition) GER354 Survey of German Literature II 4 Semester Credits The literary, cultural, and scientific background of the new millennium has many German-speaking roots in the works of figures like Marx, Freud, Nietzsche, Einstein, Kafka, Rilke, Hesse, and Brecht. Selected readings of prose, poetry, and plays bring alive the drama and conflicts that characterized the birth of the modern age. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): GER311(German Conversation and Composition) GER399 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None GER411 Advanced German Conversation and Composition 4 Semester Credits Aims at developing and refining the student’s use of German as a vehicle for expressing ideas and opinions. Emphasis on written composition including control of style. Oral practice through use of German as classroom language. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level); GER311(German Conversation and Composition) GER495 Topics 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None GER499 Independent Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None 95 Prerequisite(s): None GRK – Greek GRK113 Beginning New Testament Greek I 4 Semester Credits The first course in a two-semester sequence of New Testament Greek. Students will be introduced to the syntax, grammar, and vocabulary of New Testament Greek with the goal of reading proficiency. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None GRK114 Beginning New Testament Greek II 4 Semester Credits The second course in a two-semester sequence of New Testament Greek. Students will be introduced to the syntax, grammar, and vocabulary of New Testament Greek with the goal of reading proficiency. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): GRK113(Beginning New Testament Greek I) GST – General Studies GST009 Augsburg Experience Internship 0 Semester Credits A transcript notation is given for the academic learning inherent in an approved not-for-credit/internship/work experience. Reflection activities and work-learning evaluations are conducted by the Center for Service, Work, and Learning. With approval, a noncredit/internship completed by juniors or seniors will fulfill the Augsburg Experience graduation requirement. Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None GST100 Critical Thinking 4 Semester Credits Designed to develop critical thinking skills, this course strengthens the ability of students to comprehend, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate ideas and arguments. New students with fewer than 28 semester credits in transfer are placed into GST 100 based on their past academic record. Students must pass GST 100 with a minimum grade of C- or better. Students waived from this course may take this class only with permission of the instructor. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None GST108 AVID Elective 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None GST140 Integrated Studies 4 Semester Credits This course is designed to help students improve the skills important to academic success. Study strategies (critical thinking, motivation, time management, textbook reading, note-taking) are embedded into content-rich subject matter to optimize learning. 96 Emphasis is placed on combining leaning/study skills with the content to enhance application to other courses and contexts. This course may not be taken by students who have completed 28 credits. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None GST195 Topics 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None GST200 Quantitative Reasoning/Statistical Literacy 4 Semester Credits This course focuses on critical thinking about statistics and its use as evidence in arguments, with an emphasis on interpretation, evaluation, communication, and analysis of statistically-based arguments. Topics include association, causation, observational studies, experiments, risk, confounding, bias and chance. Common techniques involving statistical opportunism, conditional reasoning using English to describe and compare rates and percentages presented in tables and graphs, and the use of standardization to take into account the influence of confounders are reviewed. Emphasis is on interpretation, evaluation, communication, and analysis of statistically-based arguments. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3) GST219 Black Music 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None GST295 Topics 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None GST309 Augsburg Experience Work Connections Semimar 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None GST458 Mayo Innovation Scholars Program 2 Semester Credits Students in this course evaluate the potential market and applications for a new medical device under development at the Mayo Clinic and present their findings and recommendations to Mayo's Ventures Department in Rochester, Minnesota. This course is intended for students accepted into the Mayo Innovation Scholars Program. The program runs from October to March; students may register in either fall or spring semester. Applications are due in September/October. Contact the Biology or Economics departments for details. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(Application to program required) 97 HIS – History HIS101 The Beginning of Western Culture 4 Semester Credits An analysis of the primary civilizations in the Near East, the classical world of Greece and Rome, and the Middle Ages of Europe into the 13th century. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None HIS102 The Shaping of Western Civilization 4 Semester Credits A consideration of European institutions and values from the waning of the Middle Ages through the remodeling of Europe by Napoleon. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None HIS103 The Modern World 4 Semester Credits A study of the main currents in Western civilization from the time of Napoleon to the present. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None HIS104 Decolonizing Asia and Africa 4 Semester Credits An introduction to various centers of cultural and political power in Asia and Africa of the last 200 years. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None HIS120 America to 1815 4 Semester Credits A survey of the relations between Native, European, and African peoples from first contacts to the War of 1812, drawing on social, cultural, and environmental history as well as political and economic history. The course will move topically as well as chronologically through the colonial and early national period. Themes include the legacies of massive ecological and demographic change, the colonial competition for North America, Indian-white conflict and collusion, the enslavement of African Americans, the creation of the United States, and internal as well as foreign conflicts in that nation’s early years. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None HIS121 19th-Century United States 4 Semester Credits A survey of United States history from 1815-1900, drawing on social, cultural, and environmental history as well as political and economic history. The course will move topically as well as chronologically through the years in which the United States came to prominence despite internal dissent and violence. Themes include the emergence of a national identity, political system, and economy, slavery, expansion, and empire-building, regional differences, the Civil War and its aftermath, and industrialization. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None 98 HIS122 20th-Century United States 4 Semester Credits A survey of United States history from 1900 to the present, drawing on social, cultural, and environmental history as well as political and economic history. The course will move topically as well as chronologically through the modern era. Themes include industrialization and urbanization, the significance of gender, race, and ethnicity in American culture, the growth of a strong federal government, the emergence of the United States as a world power, the creation of a consumer society, the rise of identity politics, and the passing of American hegemony. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None HIS140 Topics in World History 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS150 Latin American History 4 Semester Credits This course examines the histories of Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean from the 1790s to the 1990s. Centering our analysis in the Latin American experience, we will examine cultural trends, social interactions, and economic development as well as the relations that each of these regions shared with the United States. Special attention will be paid to independence movements, neocolonialism, dependency and underdevelopment, ecological transformations, the Latino/a diaspora, and the struggles of indigenous communities. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None HIS155 Cultural Conflict and Change in Latin America 4 Semester Credits An exploration of selected topics and case studies from Latin American history with special emphasis on the role of women in history. Focuses on the development of gender, class-based, and racial/ethnic oppression and the history of resistance and social change in Latin America from the conquest to the present day. Examines the Pre-Columbian period, the conquest and colonial periods, and concludes with the post-war period in Central America. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None HIS162 Modern South Asia 4 Semester Credits This course explores the processes of indigenous political fragmentation, colonialism, nationalism, de-colonization, and independence in the area now politically known as India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None HIS195 Topics in History 4 Semester Credits An introduction to selected historical topics not regularly offered in lower division classes. The specific topics to be offered will be announced prior to registration. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None 99 HIS199 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS225 History of the Twin Cities 4 Semester Credits The Minneapolis and St. Paul area serves as a case study for the themes of frontier urbanization, industrialization, and economic change; transportation, immigration, and ethnicity; and urban politics and reform. Core Curriculum Component: Engaging Minneapolis, Humanities Prerequisite(s): None HIS234 Minnesota History 4 Semester Credits This course examines the racial, ethnic, political, and economic history of Minnesota, from the earliest inhabitants (Ojibwe and Dakota), through the period of British and French exploration, and to the development of statehood. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None HIS236 American Indian History 4 Semester Credits A study of the native people of North America from the pre-Columbian period through European exploration and settlement to the present, emphasizing American Indian contributions to world culture, tribal structure, and intergovernmental relations. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS241 Topics in African American History 4 Semester Credits Selected topics in African American history not regularly examined in other departmental offerings. The specific topics to be offered will be announced prior to registration. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS242 History of African American Civil Rights, 1619-1915 4 Semester Credits A survey of the development of African American civil rights focusing on legal, economic, and political issues influenced by race and class, emphasizing emancipation and integration of slaves and former slaves. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None HIS243 History of African American Civil Rights, 1915-1972 4 Semester Credits A continuation of HIS 242 with special emphasis on the contributions of W.E.B. DuBois, Marcus Garvey, A. Philip Randall, Charles Houston, Thurgood Marshall, and Martin Luther King, Jr. 100 Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None HIS249 The Designed Environment 4 Semester Credits This course addresses the designed environment, investigating architecture, landscape architecture, and urban design. Class sessions consist almost exclusively of extensive walking tours and site visits to prominent examples of design excellence. Core Curriculum Component: Engaging Minneapolis, Humanities Prerequisite(s): None HIS280 The History Workshop 4 Semester Credits This course introduces history majors and minors to the historian’s craft. Students will examine the development of the discipline of history, the methods of analysis used by professional historians today, and the varieties of applications for history in professional careers and public life. Students will also gain and sharpen the research and writing skills critical to their success in upper-level history courses. Guest speakers and off-campus site visits will enhance course content. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level) HIS282 The History of Women Since 1848 4 Semester Credits This course examines in comparative perspective women’s changing political, economic, social, and sexual status since the 19th century, with attention given to social, racial, and ethnic, and sexual differences among women. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None HIS299 Directed Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS300 Public History 4 Semester Credits Public history is the practice of historical methods with non-academic audience in mind. This survey explores the components of public history, many of its venues, and pressing issues in the field through examination of a range of topics (including, but not limited to): local history, historical memory, archives, exhibits, oral histories, documentaries, publishing, museums, historic sites, and historic preservation. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS311 Topics in Women's History 4 Semester Credits Exploration of selected topics in women’s history not regularly examined in other departmental offerings. The specific topic to be offered will be announced prior to registration. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None 101 HIS316 Nature, Cities, and Justice: U.S. Urban Environmental History 4 Semester Credits This seminar-style course engages in a chronological exploration of the nineteenth- and twentieth-century interactions between Americans and the nonhuman world in cities and suburbs. Topics covered include the commodification of nature, the death of the organic city, political movements organized around nature, ways of knowing nature, environmental justice, environmental health and the human body, and the relationships shared by American culture with nature. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS323 Modern China 4 Semester Credits A selective treatment of Chinese history since the Opium War of 1839; the erosion of China’s isolation and collapse of the imperial system; and the Nationalist and Communist revolutions of the 20th century. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS327 Racism and Resistance in Southern Africa and the United States 4 Semester Credits This course explores historical parallels of the development in southern Africa and in the United States, strategies of resistance, the successes and limitations of political victories over apartheid and racism, and the lingering economic, social, political, and psychological effects of racism. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None HIS331 Topics in United States History 4 Semester Credits In-depth exploration of selected topics in United States history not regularly examined in other departmental offerings. The specific topics to be offered will be announced prior to registration. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS332 History of United States Foreign Relations 4 Semester Credits A survey of United States foreign relations from the American Revolution through the Cold War, emphasizing changing definitions of war and peace, tensions between internationalism and isolationism, and the emergence of the United States as an economic and military power. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS335 American Urban History 4 Semester Credits A study of urban development from colonial and frontier beginnings through the age of industrialization to the present, including the dynamics of urban growth and planning, politics and reform, and the growth of urban culture. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS336 102 American Labor History 4 Semester Credits A survey of the history of work and the worker, primarily in the late 19th and 20th centuries, emphasizing the nature of work, working class life and community, evaluation of organized labor, and the relationship of workers and union to the state. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS338 American Legal History 4 Semester Credits An examination of the social, economic, and intellectual factors in American history that, combined with English and colonial antecedents, contributed to the emergence of our modern legal system. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None HIS343 Empires and Borderlands in North America 4 Semester Credits This course explores race, ethnicity, gender, politics, the histories of Indigenous people, the contest of European powers, the American conquest of the continent, ecological transformations, the emergence of a regional West, and U.S. borders with Mexico, Canada, and the Pacific World. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS346 Namibia and South Africa: A Historical Perspective 4 Semester Credits A survey of Namibia and South Africa including the experience of indigenous peoples, the impact of South African occupation, the war for independence, and the roots of apartheid and its institutionalization. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS348 Russia and the Soviet Union in the 20th Century 4 Semester Credits An introductory historical survey of the Soviet Union, beginning with a brief examination of Russian history before turning to the Russian Revolutions of 1917, the rise of Stalin, the Cold War, and the emergence of Gorbachev. The course will emphasize political, diplomatic, economic, and cultural history. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS349 The Designed Environment 4 Semester Credits This course addresses the designed environment, investigating architecture, landscape architecture, and urban design. Class sessions consist almost exclusively of extensive walking tours and site visits to prominent examples of design excellence. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level) HIS350 Latin American History 103 4 Semester Credits This course examines the histories of Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean from the 1790s to the 1990s. Centering our analysis in the Latin American experience, we will examine cultural trends, social interactions, and economic development as well as the relations that each of these regions shared with the United States. Special attention will be paid to independence movements, neocolonialism, dependency and underdevelopment, ecological transformations, the Latino/a diaspora, and the struggles of indigenous communities. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(Consent of Instructor) HIS352 The Holocaust in German History 4 Semester Credits This course explores the development of modern Germany from its unification in 1871 through the aftermath of World War II, focusing on the Third Reich and the Holocaust. Through diverse course materials (memoirs, film, posters, etc.), students will analyze the National Socialist regime and the horrors it wrought, and explore the experiences of “ordinary Germans,” including women, children, Jews and other minority groups. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS354 Modern Britain and Ireland 4 Semester Credits This course will take a distinctively interdisciplinary approach (sources will include literature, film, music, and artwork) to explore a period of dramatic change in British politics, society, culture, and international status. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS355 Cultural Conflict and Change in Latin America 4 Semester Credits An exploration of selected topics and case studies from Latin American history with special emphasis on the role of women in history. Focuses on the development of gender, class-based, and racial/ethnic oppression and the history of resistance and social change in Latin America from the conquest to the present day. Examines the Pre-Columbian period, the conquest and colonial periods, and concludes with the post-war period in Central America. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None HIS357 Mexican History, Culture, and Cosmovision 4 Semester Credits An exploration of Latin American history from Pre-Columbian times through the conquest and colonial periods up to modern Latin America. The course will use a gendered lens to focus on Mexican history, culture and cosmovision. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): 1 of HIS101(The Beginning of Western Culture), HIS102(The Shaping of Western Civilization), HIS103(The Modern World), HIS104(The Modern Non Western World), HIS120(America to 1815), HIS121(19th-Century United States), HIS122(20thCentury United States), HIS150(Latin American History), HIS155(Cultural Conflict and Change in Latin America), HIS162(20th-Century South Asia), HIS195(Topics in History), HIS225(History of the Twin Cities), HIS234(Minnesota History), HIS236(American Indian History), HIS241(Topics in African American History), HIS242(History of African American Civil Rights, 1619-1915), HIS243(History of African American Civil Rights, 1915-1972), HIS249(The Designed Environment), HIS280(The History Workshop), HIS282(The History of Women Since 1848), HIS299(Directed Study) HIS360 Ancient Egypt and Classical Greece 4 Semester Credits 104 This course examines the history of ancient Egypt and classical Greece from c. 3200 to 323 BC, and uses a variety of written and visual sources in an attempt to understand these societies. In addition to the “traditional” political narrative, it also looks at social, economic, and cultural aspects of life in antiquity. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS361 Hellenistic Greece and Rome 4 Semester Credits This course examines the history of Hellenistic Greece and Rome from c. 800 BC to 476 AD, and uses a variety of written and visual sources in an attempt to understand these societies. In addition to the “traditional” political narrative, it also looks at social, economic, and cultural aspects of life in antiquity. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS369 The Early and High Middle Ages 4 Semester Credits This course examines the history of Europe and the Mediterranean from c. 300 to 1350 AD, and uses a variety of written and visual sources in an attempt to understand medieval society. In addition to the “traditional” political narrative, it also looks at social, economic, and cultural aspects of medieval life. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3) HIS370 The Late Middle Ages to 1648 4 Semester Credits This course examines the history of Europe from c. 1300 BC to 1648 AD, and uses a variety of written and visual sources in an attempt to understand late medieval society. In addition to the “traditional” political narrative, it also looks at social, economic, and cultural aspects of life in this period. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS374 Medieval Crusades 4 Semester Credits This course examines Western Europe’s crusading era (1095-1291 AD), a time when warriors from the Christian West attempted to “take back” the Holy Land from its Muslim occupiers. Through a close reading of primary sources, we will examine such issues as pilgrimage, holy war, and the complex relationships between East and West, between Muslims and Christians. We will pay particular attention to the question of historical representation. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS378 The Medieval Church 4 Semester Credits This course examines the history of the medieval church from Constantine the Great to Martin Luther (c. 300 to c. 1517 AD). It uses a variety of written and visual sources in an attempt to understand the medieval church and its influence, not only in religious matters, but also in the social and political spheres. Cross-listed with REL378. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of HON100(Christian Vocation & Search for Meaning I), REL100(Christian Vocation and the Search for Meaning I), REL111(Introduction to Theology), REL221(Biblical Studies), REL300(Bible, Christian Theology and Vocation), REL331(Foundations in Bible and Theology) HIS397 105 Internship 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None HIS398 Internship 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS399 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None HIS440 Topics in World History 4 Semester Credits This course will investigate topics in world history that are not included in regular course offerings. The specific topics to be offered will be announced prior to registration. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS462 Modern South Asia 4 Semester Credits This course explores the processes of indigenous political fragmentation, colonialism, nationalism, de-colonization, and independence in the area now politically known as India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. Upper division students will have additional assignments and different exams from lower division. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS468 Modern Middle East 4 Semester Credits This course, intended for upper-level undergraduates, is an introduction to the modern history of the region of North Africa and West Asia between the Atlantic Ocean and Central Asia – commonly known as the Middle East – from the late 18th century until the present. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS474 World and the West 4 Semester Credits Europe’s discovery of the rest of the world, cultural interaction and conflict, the building of European empires in Asia and the Americas, and the breakdown of these imperial systems at the end of the 18th century. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS480 History Senior Seminar 106 4 Semester Credits This course is required for the major, and enrollment is normally restricted to students who have nearly finished their coursework. Selected topics will be announced prior to registration. Core Curriculum Component: Keystone Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level); HIS280(The History Workshop) HIS497 ACTC Museum Fellows Program 4 Semester Credits This semester-long course examines the museum field and the challenges museums face regarding race and diversity. It includes a museum study trip to meet with various professionals at the nation's leading museums. The fall course is followed in the spring by a one-semester, paid external internship. Students are placed with external partners who identify as museums or cultural institutions. Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(Consent of Instructor) HIS498 Independent Study 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HIS499 Independent Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HON – Honors HON100 Religion, Vocation, and the Search for Meaning I 4 Semester Credits Honors section of REL100. Some students (e.g., some science majors) may need to defer the course and take HON100 in another term. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HON111 Effective Writing for Liberating Letters 4 Semester Credits This course takes a problem-based, process-oriented approach to expository writing. Attention is given to choosing, organizing, and developing topics; thinking critically; reading closely; and revising carefully for clarity and style. The minimum passing grade is C-. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of HON100(Christian Vocation & Search for Meaning I), HON120(The Scholar Citizen); 1 of ENG101(Developmental Writing), ENL101(Developmental Writing), WPL(Writing Placement Level), WPL(Writing Placement Level) HON120 The Scholar Citizen 4 Semester Credits 107 An introduction to the Honors Program. Course content focuses on great primary texts focusing on the connections between learning and citizenship, or the public uses of knowledge (e.g. Plato’s cave). Concurrent registration in HON120L is required. (Includes theater lab) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HON120L The Scholar Citizen Theatre Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): HON120(The Scholar Citizen) *concurrent registration is required* HON130 Liberating Letters: Humanist Tradition 4 Semester Credits Interdisciplinary humanities survey course that explores the Western tradition of letters through significant texts and modern context. Students stage courtroom trials where great authors, characters, or ideas are challenged and tested. Based on the medieval liberal arts trivium of grammar, rhetoric, and logic. This course is linked with HON 111 and both courses share texts, assignments, and some class sessions. Students are strongly encouraged to register for both courses in the same term. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): 1 of HON100(Christian Vocation & Search for Meaning I), HON120(The Scholar Citizen) HON200 Religion, Vocation, and the Search for Meaning II 4 Semester Credits Honors version of REL 200. See REL 200 for content and requirements. Core Curriculum Component: Search for Meaning II Prerequisite(s): 1 of HON100(Christian Vocation & Search for Meaning I), HON120(The Scholar Citizen); 1 of HON100(Christian Vocation & Search for Meaning I), REL100(Christian Vocation and the Search for Meaning I) HON220 The Scholar Scientist 4 Semester Credits Inspired by the medieval quadrivium (arithmetic, geometry, astronomy, music), this course addresses systems of quantitative thought, including logic, computing, and formal systems. Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics Prerequisite(s): 1 of HON100(Christian Vocation & Search for Meaning I), HON120(The Scholar Citizen); 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3) HON221 Intermediate Expository Writing 4 Semester Credits This course builds on the practices and methods of Effective Writing. Its workshop format stresses style and organization, the process of revision, self and peer evaluation, and the relationship between reading and writing. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level) HON230 Arts and the City 4 Semester Credits Interdisciplinary fine arts course where students attend museums, galleries, concerts, plays, and other significant arts events while researching and writing critical and historical critiques of central theories and approaches to the fine arts. 108 Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): 1 of HON100(Christian Vocation & Search for Meaning I), HON120(The Scholar Citizen) HON240 Science, Technology, and Citizenship 4 Semester Credits Multidisciplinary/interdisciplinary lab science course. Physics, biology, and chemistry are used to critically examine a key national or global issue. Concurrent registration in HON240L is required. Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Lab) Prerequisite(s): 1 of HON100(Christian Vocation & Search for Meaning I), HON120(The Scholar Citizen) HON240L Science, Technology, and Citizenship Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Lab) Prerequisite(s): 1 of HON100(Christian Vocation & Search for Meaning I), HON120(The Scholar Citizen); HON240(Science, Technology, and Citizenship) *concurrent registration is required* HON250 The Social Scientist 4 Semester Credits Problem-based/question-based course in social sciences involving at least two social science disciplines and several faculty. Core Curriculum Component: Social and Behavioral Sciences Prerequisite(s): 1 of HON100(Christian Vocation & Search for Meaning I), HON120(The Scholar Citizen) HON260 Augsburg Honors Review: Research Thesis Requirement 0 Semester Credits Students in the fall semester of HON 260 practice and complete a structured process for collecting,synthesizing, applying, and documenting research and academic writing. Students should take this course in conjunction with another course within which they will produce a research-based paper. A final research paper is required to complete 260. Students also solicit and evaluate manuscripts for the Honors Review (0.0 credit, P/N only) .Students in the spring semester of HON 260 edit and publish the Honors Review, a national journal for undergraduate scholarship that resides at Augsburg University. Students will evaluate and select potential articles for the journal, shepherd those manuscripts through an external review process by faculty referees, and publish the journal by the end of the term. This course will assist students in developing evaluative, copy-editing, layout, and publication design skills (0.0 credit, P/N only). Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of HON100(Christian Vocation & Search for Meaning I), HON120(The Scholar Citizen) HON340 Junior Colloquium: The Scholar as Leader 0 Semester Credits Taught by the dean and/or president of the University, this seminar explores themes of leadership and service in the public context. (0.0 credit; P/N) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of HON100(Christian Vocation & Search for Meaning I), HON120(The Scholar Citizen) HON375 Student Created Learning Experience 0 Semester Credits This course will only be used for student created learning experiences that fulfill the Recreational Wellness requirement. Core Curriculum Component: Recreational Wellness Prerequisite(s): None 109 HON380 Student Created Learning Experience 1 Semester Credits May take many forms as determined by the student and faculty creating the learning experience (may be 1, 2 or 4 credits, and may use traditional or P/N grading options). Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HON450 Augsburg Honors Review: Research Thesis Requirement 0 Semester Credits Students in the fall semester of HON 450 practice and complete a structured process for collecting,synthesizing, applying, and documenting research and academic writing. Students should take this course in conjunction with another course within which they will produce a research-based paper. A final research paper is required to complete 450. Students also solicit and evaluate manuscripts for the Honors Review (0.0 credit, P/N only) .Students in the spring semester of HON 450 edit and publish the Honors Review, a national journal for undergraduate scholarship that resides at Augsburg University. Students will evaluate and select potential articles for the journal, shepherd those manuscripts through an external review process by faculty referees, and publish the journal by the end of the term. This course will assist students in developing evaluative, copy-editing, layout, and publication design skills (0.0 credit, P/N only). Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of HON100(Christian Vocation & Search for Meaning I), HON120(The Scholar Citizen) HON470 Student/Faculty Collaboration: Research Thesis Requirement 0 Semester Credits Students register for this course to fulfill the honors research requirement through a student/faculty research collaboration. (0.0 credit, P/N only) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HON490 Honors Senior Seminar 4 Semester Credits This course integrates and synthesizes themes from all four years of the Honors Program. It also expands upon the themes of HON 120 by studying primary texts related to philosophy, rhetoric, vocation, and meaning. Core Curriculum Component: Keystone Prerequisite(s): 1 of HON100(Christian Vocation & Search for Meaning I), HON120(The Scholar Citizen) HON495 Topics 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HON499 Independent Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HPE – Health, Physical Education and Exercise Science HPE104 110 Components of Fitness Training 4 Semester Credits This course implements a performance-based approach designed to enable the student to become well educated in strength and cardiovascular training. The proficiencies will address the specifics of knowledge and performance in fitness training. This course will implement optimal research based theories for improving aerobic and muscular strength for the purpose of designing an individualized strength and aerobic conditioning program. (Fall) Core Curriculum Component: Foundations of Wellness Prerequisite(s): None HPE110 Personal and Community Health 4 Semester Credits Concepts and practices of health and healthful living applied to the individual and the community. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level) HPE114 Health and Safety Education 2 Semester Credits Principles and practices of safety education in school and community life. National Safety Council First Aid and CPR certification. (Fall, Spring) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HPE115 Chemical Dependency Education 2 Semester Credits An analysis of chemical use and abuse and what can be done for the abuser. Includes information about school health education and services. (Fall, spring) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HPE199 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HPE205 Introduction to Health, Physical Education, and Exercise Science 2 Semester Credits An introduction to the professional field of health, physical education, and exercise science. Includes history, current trends, and professional opportunities related to health, human performance, and wellness. Students also will examine the components of a balanced, healthy lifestyle. (Fall, Spring) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HPE215 Health and Exercise Psychology 4 Semester Credits 111 Study of the impact of psychological, behavioral, social, and biological interactions on exercise and health. Specific physiological and psychological benefits associated with exercise are addressed along with health promotion, intervention, and adherence. (Spring) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HPE220 Motor Learning and Development 2 Semester Credits The study of the processes associated with developing motor skills and performance, and how this relates to motor development. (Spring) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HPE254 Introduction to Developmental/Adapted Physical Education 2 Semester Credits A general overview of developmental/adapted physical education from early childhood through grade 12. The role of school-based health and physical education programs for students with disabilities will be addressed. Fieldwork experience is a requirement in this course. (Fall) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HPE275 Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries 2 Semester Credits Emphasis placed on preventing and treating common athletic injuries. Practical experience in taping and training room procedures. A lab accompanies this course. Concurrent registration in HPE275L is required.(Spring) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): HPE114(Health and Safety Education) HPE275L Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): HPE275(Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries) *concurrent registration is required* HPE280 Coaching Theory 2 Semester Credits Theory, philosophy, organization, and supervision of coaching. Includes psychology of sport and how psychological factors affect participation in sport. (Fall) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HPE299 Directed Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HPE300 Nutrition for Exercise Science 112 4 Semester Credits This course provides an integrated overview of the physiological requirements, food sources, and functions of carbohydrates, fats, protein, vitamins, and minerals and their impact on health and performance. Students will evaluate and design nutritional regimens to support optimal athletic performance, ultimately examining nutritional supplements, ergogenic aids, and anabolic steroids and the safety and efficacy of legal and banned substances. (Spring) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO103(Human Anatomy and Physiology), HPE104(Components of Fitness Training) HPE304 Advanced Fitness Training 4 Semester Credits This course is designed to examine and apply advanced personal training research. Participants will be exposed to established training methods for developing advanced workouts as well as a variety of breakthrough exercises that may result in fitness improvements. Ultimately, the student will create and optimize aspects of different training phases in a year-round program design. In addition, the content of this course is focused toward the knowledge and skills required for the NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) exam. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): BIO103(Human Anatomy and Physiology), HPE104(Components of Fitness Training), HPE114(Health and Safety Education), HPE205(Introduction to Health, Physical Education, and Exercise Science) HPE305 Stress Management 2 Semester Credits This course introduces students to concepts related to stress and stress management. Along with the study of the role of stress in dysfunction of the human body, individual assessments and reflection are used to assist students in developing a greater understanding of the role of stress in their life. Individual stress management plans will be constructed. (Fall) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HPE315 Exercise Testing and Prescription 2 Semester Credits This is a course in exercise testing and prescription relative to the cardiopulmonary system. The course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of the physiological and pathophysiological responses of the body to clinical exercise testing and to develop a basis for the exercise prescription in health and disease. The content of this course is focused toward the knowledge and skills required for taking the ACSM Certified Health Fitness Specialist (HFS) exam. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3); HPE357(Measurement in Health, Physical Education, and Exercise Science) *concurrent registration is required* HPE316 Human Sexuality 4 Semester Credits A study of the psychological, social, and biological components of human sexuality. (Spring) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HPE320 School Health Curriculum 2 Semester Credits Techniques for developing a course of study in school health based upon growth and development for grades K-12. Examination of national standards and pedagogy for health education, curriculum, and assessment included. (Fall even years) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): HPE110(Personal and Community Health) 113 HPE324 K-6 PE Games and Activities 2 Semester Credits This course integrates theory and practice in teaching age- and skill-appropriate activities to elementary students. Fieldwork experience is a requirement in this course. (Spring) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): HPE104(Components of Fitness Training), HPE205(Introduction to Health, Physical Education, and Exercise Science) HPE334 7-12 Sport Skills and Activities 2 Semester Credits Theory and practice in skills and teaching selected games and activities. Fieldwork experience is a requirement in this course. (Fall) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): HPE104(Components of Fitness Training), HPE205(Introduction to Health, Physical Education, and Exercise Science) HPE335 Outdoor Education 2 Semester Credits A course designed to provide knowledge and develop skills in a variety of outdoor educational activities and to study the natural environment in which these activities occur. The course will include a three-day camping/hiking trip. Fieldwork experience is a requirement in this course. (Fall even years, spring even years) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): HPE104(Components of Fitness Training), HPE114(Health and Safety Education), HPE205(Introduction to Health, Physical Education, and Exercise Science) HPE336 Trekking the Mountains: An Outdoor Cultural Excursion 4 Semester Credits A course designed for a multifaceted exploration of mountainous regions of the world, while developing the outdoor trekking experience. This eleven-day trip will include immersion, as well as trekking in beautiful and less traveled regions of the country. While trekking, one is provided opportunity for leadership and personal growth and development, as we share leadership and logistrics for the excursion. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HPE340 Organization and Administration of Physical Education Programs 2 Semester Credits A survey of management, leadership, and decision making for physical education and athletic programs. (Fall) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): HPE205(Introduction to Health, Physical Education, and Exercise Science) HPE350 Kinesiology 4 Semester Credits A study of the mechanics of movement with an emphasis on the use of the muscular system. An analytic approach to the study of movement and how it relates within the physical education and health fitness fields. A lab accompanies this course. Concurrent registration in HPE350L is required. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3); BIO103(Human Anatomy and Physiology), HPE357(Measurement in Health, Physical Education, and Exercise Science) *concurrent registration is required* HPE350L 114 Kinesiology Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): HPE350(Kinesiology) *concurrent registration is required* HPE351 Physiology of Exercise 4 Semester Credits The major effects of exercise on the systems of the body and physiological principles applied to exercise programs and motor training. A lab accompanies this course. Concurrent registration in HPE351L is required. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level); BIO103(Human Anatomy and Physiology) HPE351L Physiology of Exercise Lab 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): HPE351(Physiology of Exercise) *concurrent registration is required* HPE357 Measurement in Health, Physical Education, and Exercise Science 2 Semester Credits Concepts of statistics and the use of statistical procedures in health and physical education programs. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability, estimation, ANOVA, correlation, Chi-Square, and nonparametric methods. (Fall) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of HPE110(Personal and Community Health), HPE205(Introduction to Health, Physical Education, and Exercise Science); 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3); HPE104(Components of Fitness Training) HPE358 Assessment in Health and Physical Education 2 Semester Credits Standards, assessment, and evaluation of tests in health and physical education. (Fall) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of HPE110(Personal and Community Health), HPE205(Introduction to Health, Physical Education, and Exercise Science); HPE104(Components of Fitness Training), HPE357(Measurement in Health, Physical Education, and Exercise Science) *concurrent registration is required* HPE365 Physical Education Methods K-6 4 Semester Credits Procedures, materials, and issues for teaching physical education in grades K-6. An in-depth view of all aspects of teaching physical education to elementary-aged children. Fieldwork experience is a requirement in this course. (Fall) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): HPE104(Components of Fitness Training), HPE324(K-6 PE Games and Activities) HPE368 Physical Education Methods 7-12 4 Semester Credits Procedures, materials, and issues involved in teaching physical education in secondary schools. An in-depth view of all aspects of teaching physical education to secondary-aged students. Fieldwork experience is a requirement in this course. (Spring) Core Curriculum Component: None 115 Prerequisite(s): HPE104(Components of Fitness Training), HPE334(7-12 Sport Skills and Activities) HPE390 Instructional Methods and Materials in Health Education 4 Semester Credits Principles and methods of instruction applied to health education grades K-12. Emphasis on teaching/learning strategies and student assessment. Evaluation and development of materials included. Fieldwork experience is a requirement in this course. (Spring) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): HPE110(Personal and Community Health) HPE396 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HPE397 Internship 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None HPE398 Internship 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HPE399 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None HPE410 Administration and Supervision of the School Health Program 2 Semester Credits Historical background, legal basis, and school health services relationship to community and school health programs and resources. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): HPE110(Personal and Community Health) HPE450 Current Health Issues 2 Semester Credits This course uses critical thinking skills to examine current health issues in text and media from a sociological, political, economic, and medical perspective. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): HPE110(Personal and Community Health) HPE452 Advanced Biomechanics 2 Semester Credits 116 This course will introduce students to advanced biomechanical analysis of sports movement and injury with an emphasis on the use of the musculoskeletal system. Movement kinematics and kinetics will be described using Dartfish motion analysis software and applied to physical education and health and fitness professions; particularly in terms of sports movement technique, common sports injury mechanisms, and injury prevention. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): HPE350(Kinesiology) HPE473 Physical Education Curriculum 2 Semester Credits Techniques for developing a course of study in physical education based upon growth and development for grades K-12. Examination of National Standards and pedagogy for physical education, curriculum, and assessment included. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): HPE205(Introduction to Health, Physical Education, and Exercise Science) HPE490 Exercise Science Seminar and Keystone 4 Semester Credits This course will provide the student with the pinnacle component of the Exercise Science degree plan. The keystone will provide an understanding of human responses to exercise and its relevance to a diverse and challenging world, as well as help develop a basis for research as this relates to the major. Core Curriculum Component: Keystone Prerequisite(s): HPE350(Kinesiology), HPE351(Physiology of Exercise) HPE495 Topics 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HPE499 Independent Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None HUM – Humanities HUM120 Medieval Life in 12th-Century Europe 4 Semester Credits This is the introductory course for medieval studies. It uses an interdisciplinary approach to study European culture during a period known as the High Middle Ages, roughly AD 1100 to 1300. It attempts to examine medieval culture as a complex system of thought and feeling, which includes history, religion, philosophy, literature, art, theatre, music, and food. It also takes an experiential approach to this material, for example, by having students and faculty attend class in academic regalia, just as they did in medieval universities. Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): None HUM195 Topics 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None 117 Prerequisite(s): None HUM397 Internship 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None HUM490 Keystone: Medieval Studies Project 4 Semester Credits The final project in medieval studies functions like an independent study. Because medieval studies is an interdisciplinary major, the final project must be also be interdisciplinary. Students are free to choose any topic connected to the Middle Ages, but must examine it with professors from at least three different disciplines. The traditional disciplines that comprise medieval studies are art history, English, history, music history, philosophy, religion, and theater history, but students have also completed projects involving professors from other disciplines, such as sociology and psychology. Experiential approaches are encouraged but not required. For example, past students have built medieval musical instruments, medieval suits of armor, and Renaissance commedia dell’arte masks, and then written about the process. Core Curriculum Component: Keystone Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENL330(Shakespeare), ENL332(British Literature: Renaissance and Reformation), ENL360(The Classical Tradition), ENL361(The Medieval World); 1 of HIS372(Medieval Church), PHI242(History of Philosophy II: Medieval and Renaissance Philosophy), REL361(The Church/First Four Centuries), REL362(Martin Luther and the Reformation); 1 of ART386(Medieval Art), ART387(Renaissance and Baroque Art), THR361(Theater Histories: Origins to 1800); HIS369(The Early and High Middle Ages), HIS370(The Late Middle Ages to 1648), HUM120(Medieval Life in 12th-Century Europe) HUM499 Independent Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS – Interdisciplinary Studies INS198 Internship 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS199 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS222 The Nobel Laureates: Religious and Political Perspectives 4 Semester Credits Through studying the lives of prominent peacemakers and the opportunity provided to us by the Nobel Peace Prize Forum, this course examines peacemaking in the 21st century, utilizing both the lenses of political science and religion. Prerequistes: REL 100 or 300 (or can be taken concurrently). Core Curriculum Component: Humanities Prerequisite(s): 1 of HON100(Religion, Vocation, and the Search for Meaning I) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, REL100(Religion, Vocation, and the Search for Meaning I) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, REL300(Religion, Vocation, and the 118 Search for Meaning I+II) *concurrent registration is acceptable*, RLN100(Religion, Vocation, and the Search for Meaning I) *concurrent registration is acceptable* INS225 Introduction to Islam 4 Semester Credits The course covers the ideological foundations of Islam, its basic concepts and tenets, Islamic law (Shari’ah), Islamic economic and political systems, and Islamic patterns of life. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS232 African-American Experience in America 4 Semester Credits An overview of the major issues related to the African American experience, focusing on historical, sociological, economic, legal, and psychological aspects of that experience. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS233 Women: A Cross Cultural Perspective 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS255 Paideia Approach: Thinking, Talking and Reading 4 Semester Credits Students will participate in a series of seminar discussions following the Paideia seminar format as developed by Mortimer Adler. Seminar topics emphasize selections that help students to think critically, understand timeless ideas, listen carefully, and question thoughtfully. This course is ideal for education, social science, and language arts majors. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS291 Topics in Study Abroad and Intercultural Development 1 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS292 Topics in Study Abroad and Intercultural Development 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS294 Career Exploration in Financial Services 2 Semester Credits This course will introduce the career exploration/planning process and an overview of careers in financial services and insurance. Students will develop strategies and skills for career-related decision making and for an effective internship/job search. Course sessions will include: personal and career assessments and interpretation, career research and readings, topic discussions, employer guest speakers, and a Travelers company site visit. 119 Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS295 Topics 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS298 Meaningful Work: Linking Education,Vocation and Career Exploration 2 Semester Credits This course will introduce students to the nature of work and its role and value to the individual and to society and provide the strategies and skills necessary for a lifetime of career-related decision making, meaningful work and active citizenship. The course is geared to both students who are undecided and students who are seeking an in-depth look at a chosen personal life and career path. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS299 Directed Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS312 The Politics of Development in Southern Africa 4 Semester Credits This course examines basic theories of development as well as the political economy of development. It provides the opportunity to reflect critically on issues of development, including global justice, equality, and sustainability. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS316 Building a Sustainable Democracy 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS317 Understanding the Northern Ireland Conflict 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS327 Environment and Agriculture: Agroecosystems in Context 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS328 Justice and the US Food System 120 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS330 Arts Praxis: Social Justice Theory and Practice in the Field 4 Semester Credits Exploration of life experiences and works of artists, cultural workers, and community organizers for understanding the differences between formal institutional art and community-based art forms. Interviews and participant observation at arts performances and cultural events. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS331 Art and Culture in Political, Social and Historical Context 4 Semester Credits Study of the social and cultural history of urban art, the role of art and culture in everyday life, and the relationship between intellectual discourse and the politics of cultural work. Readings, films, and discussions integrate aesthetic theory and artistic expression with issues of social change and activism. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS334 From Consumers to Creators 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS335 Digital Laboratory 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS342 River Politics Field Seminar 4 Semester Credits In this two-week intensive field experience, students will travel by boat down the Mississippi River exploring elements of the politics and policies relating to the river. Students will engage in service projects, field observations, and interviews with residents, legislators, activists, and government employees. Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): POL241(Environmental and River Politics) INS345 Urban Environment Field Seminar 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS346 Sustainability, Ecology, and New Zealand Environmental Policy 4 Semester Credits 121 Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS349 Maori Perspectives, Pluralism, and National Identity 4 Semester Credits Based in Auckland, this new program examines how social and environmental factors shape political and ecological dimensions of identity and culture, and how New Zealanders from many different backgrounds are envisioning and creating a shared future. A number of topics explored during the semester include the history of colonization, the treaty and the truth and reconciliation process that shape contemporary life, Maori protest and social movements, key strategies used to address sustainability, and many more economic and environmental issues. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS351 Social Dimensions of Environmental Change 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS352 Field Research Methods and Investigation 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS353 Adaptive Ecosystem Management 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS354 Workshop in Fiction, Poetry, and Creative Nonfiction 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS355 Creative Writing in Political, Social, and Historical Context 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS358 Inequality in America: A Political Economy Approach 4 Semester Credits Interdisciplinary readings connect experiences and direct observation with theory and research on the impact of race, class, and gender on social inequality and unequal urban development. Competing theories and strategies for urban and neighborhood development are examined in the context of dominant ideology and perspectives of people who challenge it. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None 122 INS359 Political Sociology of Building Power, Change, and Equity 4 Semester Credits Concrete conditions of life and community issues in different neighborhoods provide varying—at times competing—views on the Twin Cities "civic ideology." Field observations, dialogue with residents, interviews, and oral history provide data to identify inequality and to assess theories and strategies for explaining and overcoming it. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS366 Community Participation and Social Change 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS369 Politics and Development in Ecuador 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS371 Disjuncture and Difference in Europe 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS372 Norwegian Language 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS376 Challenges and Opportunities of European Integration 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS377 The Scandinavian Welfare States in an Age of Globalization 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS379 Challenges of a Changing Welfare State 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS387 123 Integration Seminar: Advanced Internship: Theory and Practice 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS391 Race in America Then and Now: “Post-Racial” Perspectives on the Civil Rights Movement 6 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS393 Scandinavian Art, Film and Literature 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS394 Urbanization and Immigration 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS396 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS397 Internship 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None INS398 Internship 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS399 Internship 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): None INS491 Topics in Study Abroad and Intercultural Development 1 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None 124 Prerequisite(s): None INS492 Topics in Study Abroad and Intercultural Development 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS495 Topics 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None INS498 Independent Study: Metropolitan Resources 2 Semester Credits An independently-designed course developed by a student (or group of students), utilizing the metropolitan resources available, e.g., lectures, symposia, performances, hearings. The course is designed in consultation with and evaluated by a department faculty member. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of POL122(Metropolitan Complex), SOC111(Human Community and Modern Metropolis); CONSENT(Consent of Instructor) INS499 Independent Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of POL484(Political Analysis), SOC363(Research Methods) KEY – Keystone KEY470 Creating Life in the Arts: Exploration and Reflection on Vocation 4 Semester Credits From personal reflection on vocation to real-world insights and hands-on experiences, this course will delve deeply into the skill sets and mind sets important for arts professionals in all fine arts majors. While exploring vocation concepts, this course balances entrepreneurial awareness, attitudes, and skills with entrepreneurial insights, skills and reflection. Core Curriculum Component: Keystone Prerequisite(s): None KEY480 Topics in Global Interdependence 4 Semester Credits This cross-cultural keystone seminar prepares students to "act globally" by challenging them to apply the diverse perspectives acquired while studying abroad and to analyze issues that transcend national boundaries. In English with readings in a language other than English. Open to international students and to upper-division students who have advanced knowledge of a language other than English or have studied abroad for a full semester (including in English-speaking countries with consent of instructor). Core Curriculum Component: Keystone Prerequisite(s): None KEY490 Vocation and the Meaning of Success 125 4 Semester Credits This course is the keystone course for business majors and other majors where the major program does not include a keystone element. It draws together all facets of a student’s education by providing opportunities to reflect upon and write about the integration of one’s classes, life, and future. Readings and critical discussions with others in the same and in different majors will add dimension to each student’s reflective writing. Core Curriculum Component: Keystone Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level) LAT – Latin LAT101 Beginning Latin I 4 Semester Credits An introduction to the grammar and vocabulary required to read classical Latin. Short texts from original sources. Attention to classical and medieval Latin culture as time permits. Core Curriculum Component: Modern Language 1 Prerequisite(s): None LAT102 Beginning Latin II 4 Semester Credits An introduction to the grammar and vocabulary required to read classical Latin. Short texts from original sources. Attention to classical and medieval Latin culture as time permits. Core Curriculum Component: Modern Language 2 Prerequisite(s): LAT101(Beginning Latin I) LST – Leadership Studies LST205 Introduction to Leadership Studies 4 Semester Credits This course lays the groundwork for the study of leadership and enhances the capacity to lead. This course offers an opportunity to develop and tell your public narrative and leadership story. It serves as an overview of leadership theories, their definitions, and their theoretical strengths and weaknesses. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None LST499 Independent Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MAT – Mathematics MAT103 Prealgebra 3 Semester Credits A fast-paced review of basic mathematical skills and concepts including integers, fractions, decimal numbers, ratios, percents, order of operations, exponents, and an introduction to algebraic expressions, equations, and graphs with an emphasis on applications to 126 everyday life. P/N grading only. Prior experience with high school algebra is assumed. MAT 103 does not count as credit toward graduation. Grade of P advances student to MPG2. This course does not meet a NSM-LAF and does not meet QF. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): MPL(Math Placement Level 1) MAT105 Applied Algebra 3 Semester Credits Concepts of linear, exponential, logarithmic, and other models with an emphasis on applications to the social and natural sciences, business, and everyday life. Grade of C- or higher advances student to MPG3. Students preparing for MAT 114 should consult the department. This course does not meet a NSM-LAF and does not meet QF. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT103(Prealgebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 2) MAT110 Finite Mathematics 4 Semester Credits Concepts of introductory linear algebra and elementary probability theory. Focuses on applications to business, economics, and social science, with an emphasis on developing quantitative skills needed for further study in those areas. Topics include linear equations, systems of linear equations, graphing lines and linear inequalities, matrices, sets, counting, probability axioms, conditional probability, Bayes' theorem, and applications such as supply/demand, break-even analysis, input-output analysis, least squares, linear programming, Markov chains, game theory, or financial mathematics. Students who have completed MAT 246 or MAT 373 may not register for credit. Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Group) MAT111 Mathematics in Society 4 Semester Credits Using mathematics to understand quantitative information in daily life and current issues facing society. Concepts include an introduction to probability and statistics, financial mathematics, and other applications, with an emphasis on developing skills in quantitative reasoning. Students who have successfully completed a course in introductory statistics (MAT 163, MAT 164, SOC 362, PSY 215, MIS379) may not register for credit Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Group) MAT114 Precalculus 4 Semester Credits Concepts of algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions for students planning to study calculus. Students who have completed MAT 145 or other calculus courses may register for credit only with consent of department. Grade of C- or higher advances student to MPG4. Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3) MAT137 Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I 4 Semester Credits Concepts of number, operations, algebra, geometry, measurement, data analysis, and probability with an emphasis on the processes of problem solving, reasoning, connections, communication, and representation. MAT 137 and MAT 138 are courses designed for prospective K-6 elementary school teachers. Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3) MAT138 127 Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II 4 Semester Credits Concepts of number, operations, algebra, geometry, measurement, data analysis, and probability with an emphasis on the processes of problem solving, reasoning, connections, communication, and representation. MAT 137 and MAT 138 are courses designed for prospective K-6 elementary school teachers. Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3) MAT140 Calculus Workshop 1 Semester Credits An elective workshop for students concurrently enrolled in Calculus or Calculus II. Calculus-related problems and activities that require significant collaborative and creative effort. Emphasis on strategies for succeeding in college-level mathematics courses. This course does not meet a NSM-LAF and does not meet QF. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT145(Calculus I) *concurrent registration is required*, MAT146(Calculus II) *concurrent registration is required* MAT145 Calculus I 4 Semester Credits Concepts of calculus focusing on differentiation; topics include limits, derivatives, their applications, and introduction to integrals. Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT114(Precalculus), MPL(Math Placement Level 4) MAT146 Calculus II 4 Semester Credits Concepts of calculus focusing on integration; topics include techniques of integration, applications of integrals, differential equations, infinite series, and polar curves. Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics Prerequisite(s): MAT145(Calculus I) MAT163 Introductory Statistics 4 Semester Credits Concepts of elementary statistics, with an emphasis on working with data and understanding the role of variability. Topics include descriptive statistics, data visualization, confounding and causal associations, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, regression, and the use of modern computational tools in statistics. Students who have successfully completed MAT164, MIS379, PSY215, or SOC362 cannot enroll in MAT163. Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3) MAT164 Introductory Statistics for STEM 4 Semester Credits Concepts and techniques of elementary statistics, with an emphasis on working with scientific data and understanding the role of variability. Topics include descriptive statistics, data visualization, probability distributions, simulation, experimental design, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, analysis-of-variance, regression, and the use of modern computational tools in statistics. This course is designed for prospective Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) majors or anyone interested in a more scientific introduction to statistics. Students who have successfully completed MAT163, MAT248, MIS379, PSY215, or SOC362 cannot enroll in MAT164. Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT114(Precalculus), MPL(Math Placement Group) 128 MAT171 Discrete Mathematics For Computing 4 Semester Credits Concepts of discrete mathematics including binary representations, sequences, recursion, induction, formal logic, and combinatorics, with an emphasis on connections to computer science. Completion of CSC160 recommended prior to MAT171. Students who have completed MAT271 may not register for credit. Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3) MAT173 Mathematics of Finance 4 Semester Credits Concepts of elementary financial mathematics such as annuities, loan payments, mortgages, life annuities, and life insurance. Provides an introduction to actuarial mathematics. Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3) MAT199 Internship 4 Semester Credits Work-based learning experience that links the ideas and methods of mathematics to the opportunities found in the internship. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(Consent of Instructor) MAT201 Communicating Mathematics 2 Semester Credits An introduction to mathematical speaking, typesetting, presentation technology, reading, and bibliographic resources. This course does not count as an elective in the mathematics major or minor. Completion of this course plus one of MAT 304, MAT 314, MAT 324, MAT 355, MAT 369, MAT 374, or MAT 377 taken at Augsburg satisfies the major’s speaking skill requirement. Students with majors other than mathematics should consult their major department before taking this course. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): MAT146(Calculus II) MAT213 Data Visualization and Statistical Computing 4 Semester Credits Concepts of communicating with data visually, with an emphasis on computational techniques. Topics include data management, visualizations of maps and networks, data scraping, programming bootstrap and randomizations, creating animated Gifs. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT163(Introductory Statistics), MAT164(Introductory Statistics for STEM), MIS379(Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics), PSY215(Research Methods and Statistics I), SOC362(Statistical Analysis); MPL(Math Placement Group) MAT245 Calculus III 4 Semester Credits Concepts of multivariable calculus including functions of several variables, partial derivatives, vectors and the gradient, multiple integrals, and parametric representations. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): MAT146(Calculus II) MAT246 129 Linear Algebra 4 Semester Credits Concepts of linear algebra including systems of linear equations, matrices, linear transformations, abstract vector spaces, determinants, and eigenvalues. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT245(Calculus III), MAT271(Discrete Mathematical Structures) MAT252 Exploring Geometry 4 Semester Credits Concepts of geometry including Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries and geometric transformations with an emphasis on geometric reasoning, conjecturing, and proof. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): MAT145(Calculus I) MAT271 Discrete Mathematical Structures 4 Semester Credits Concepts of discrete mathematics including number theory, combinatorics, graph theory, recursion theory, set theory, and formal logic, with an emphasis on algorithmic thinking, mathematical reasoning, conjecturing, and proof. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of All of 1 of MAT163(Introductory Statistics), MAT164(Introductory Statistics for STEM), MAT248(Biostatistics), MAT252(Exploring Geometry), MAT287(History of Mathematics); MAT145(Calculus I); MAT146(Calculus II) MAT273 Statistical Modeling 4 Semester Credits Concepts of selecting, assessing the fit, and evaluating statistical models. Topics studied include statistical model transformations, outlier detection, hypothesis testing and confidence interval construction, evaluation of multi-collinearity and correlated predictors on model results, and one-way and multi-Factor ANOVA to assess relationships among quantitative response variables and categorical predictor variables. This course includes several small group projects culminating with a final group project. Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT114(Precalculus), MPL(Math Placement Level 4); 1 of MAT163(Introductory Statistics), MAT164(Introductory Statistics for STEM), MIS379(Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics), PSY215(Research Methods and Statistics I), SOC362(Statistical Analysis) MAT287 History of Mathematics 4 Semester Credits Concepts of historical importance from the areas of geometry, number theory, algebra, calculus, and modern mathematics. Core Curriculum Component: Natural Sciences and Mathematics Prerequisite(s): MAT145(Calculus I) MAT304 Graph Theory 4 Semester Credits Concepts of graph theory including standard graphs, classic questions, and topics such as degree sequences, isomorphism, connectivity, traversability, matching, planarity, coloring, and graph metrics. Focuses on theoretical structures. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of COM111(Public Speaking), COM112(Contest Public Speaking), COM115(Scientific and Technical Public Speaking), HON130(Liberating Letters: Humanist Tradition), MAT201(Communicating Mathematics); 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level); MAT271(Discrete Mathematical Structures) 130 MAT314 Abstract Algebra 4 Semester Credits Concepts of algebra including the abstract structures of groups, rings, integral domains, and fields. Focuses on theoretical structures. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level); 1 of COM111(Public Speaking), COM112(Contest Public Speaking), COM115(Scientific and Technical Public Speaking), HON130(Liberating Letters: Humanist Tradition), MAT201(Communicating Mathematics); MAT246(Linear Algebra), MAT271(Discrete Mathematical Structures) MAT324 Analysis 4 Semester Credits Concepts of real analysis including limits, boundedness, continuity, functions, derivatives, and series in a theoretical setting. Focuses on theoretical structures. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level); 1 of COM111(Public Speaking), COM112(Contest Public Speaking), COM115(Scientific and Technical Public Speaking), HON130(Liberating Letters: Humanist Tradition), MAT201(Communicating Mathematics); MAT146(Calculus II), MAT271(Discrete Mathematical Structures) MAT355 Numerical Mathematics and Computation 4 Semester Credits Concepts such as polynomial interpolation, numerical differentiation and integration, numerical solution of differential equations, error propagation, practical implementation of numerical methods on modern computers, and applications. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level); 1 of COM111(Public Speaking), COM112(Contest Public Speaking), COM115(Scientific and Technical Public Speaking), HON130(Liberating Letters: Humanist Tradition), MAT201(Communicating Mathematics); CSC170(Introduction to Programming), MAT146(Calculus II) MAT363 Dynamical Systems 4 Semester Credits Concepts of dynamical systems including iteration, stability, orbit diagrams, symbolic dynamics, chaos, and fractals, along with topics such as applications of dynamical systems and/or complex dynamics including the Mandelbrot set and Julia sets. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT246(Linear Algebra), MAT269(Modeling and Differential Equations), MAT271(Discrete Mathematical Structures); MAT146(Calculus II) MAT369 Modeling and Differential Equations in Biological and Natural Sciences 4 Semester Credits Concepts of differential equations including quantitative and qualitative solution method of linear and non-linear systems; the application, modeling, and analysis of differential equations to model biological phenomena. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level); 1 of COM111(Public Speaking), COM112(Contest Public Speaking), COM115(Scientific and Technical Public Speaking), HON130(Liberating Letters: Humanist Tradition), MAT201(Communicating Mathematics); MAT245(Calculus III) MAT373 Probability Theory 131 4 Semester Credits Concepts of probability including methods of enumeration, random variables, probability distributions, simulation of random processes, expectation, moment generating functions, and the Central Limit Theorem. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT245(Calculus III), MAT271(Discrete Mathematical Structures); MAT146(Calculus II) MAT374 Statistical Theory and Applications 4 Semester Credits Concepts of statistical inference including sampling distributions, methods of estimation, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, linear regression, statistical computing, and practical implementation of statistical theory. Intended for students with some background in elementary statistics. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level); 1 of COM111(Public Speaking), COM112(Contest Public Speaking), COM115(Scientific and Technical Public Speaking), HON130(Liberating Letters: Humanist Tradition), MAT201(Communicating Mathematics); MAT373(Probability and Statistics I) MAT377 Operations Research 4 Semester Credits Concepts of linear programming and its applications to optimization problems from industrial settings including the simplex method, sensitivity analysis, duality theory, alternate optima, and unboundedness with an emphasis on both the mathematical theory and the application to current business practice. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level); 1 of COM111(Public Speaking), COM112(Contest Public Speaking), COM115(Scientific and Technical Public Speaking), HON130(Liberating Letters: Humanist Tradition), MAT201(Communicating Mathematics); MAT246(Linear Algebra) MAT394 Topics in Statistics 4 Semester Credits Study of an advanced topic in statistics such as modeling, design of experiments, or data analysis. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT163(Introductory Statistics), MAT164(Introductory Statistics for STEM), MAT248(Biostatistics), MAT373(Probability and Statistics I); 1 of ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters); 1 of COM111(Public Speaking), COM115(Scientific and Technical Public Speaking), HON130(Liberating Letters: Humanist Tradition), MAT201(Communicating Mathematics); MAT146(Calculus II) MAT395 Topics 4 Semester Credits Study of an advanced topic such as actuarial mathematics, complex analysis, mathematical biology, combinatorics, graph theory, topology, or foundations of mathematics. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level); 1 of COM111(Public Speaking), COM112(Contest Public Speaking), COM115(Scientific and Technical Public Speaking), HON130(Liberating Letters: Humanist Tradition), MAT201(Communicating Mathematics); 2 of MAT245(Calculus III), MAT246(Linear Algebra), MAT252(Exploring Geometry), MAT269(Modeling and Differential Equations), MAT271(Discrete Mathematical Structures), MAT287(History of Mathematics) MAT397 Internship 2 Semester Credits 132 Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level); 1 of COM111(Public Speaking), COM112(Contest Public Speaking), COM115(Scientific and Technical Public Speaking), HON130(Liberating Letters: Humanist Tradition), MAT201(Communicating Mathematics) MAT399 Internship 4 Semester Credits Work-based learning experience that links the ideas and methods of mathematics to the opportunities found in the internship. For upper division credit, significant mathematical content and presentation at a departmental colloquium is required. Core Curriculum Component: Augsburg Experience Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level); 1 of COM111(Public Speaking), COM112(Contest Public Speaking), COM115(Scientific and Technical Public Speaking), HON130(Liberating Letters: Humanist Tradition), MAT201(Communicating Mathematics) MAT491 Mathematics Colloquium 0 Semester Credits Information about contemporary applications, career opportunities, and other interesting ideas in mathematics. Presented by outside visitors, faculty members, or students. Carries no course credit. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MAT496 Independent Study 1 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MAT498 Independent Study 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level); 1 of COM111(Public Speaking), COM115(Scientific and Technical Public Speaking), HON130(Liberating Letters: Humanist Tradition), MAT201(Communicating Mathematics) MAT499 Independent Study 4 Semester Credits Selection and study of an advanced topic outside of the offered curriculum with the guidance of a faculty member. Presentation at a departmental colloquium is required. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level); 1 of COM111(Public Speaking), COM115(Scientific and Technical Public Speaking), HON130(Liberating Letters: Humanist Tradition), MAT201(Communicating Mathematics); CONSENT(Consent of Instructor) MBA – Master of Business Administration MBA510 Applied Managerial Economics 3 Semester Credits 133 Application of economic tools in solving managerial problems. Topics include markets and organizations, demand and cost functions, demand and supply analysis, game theory and the economics of strategy, pricing incentives, contracts and ethics. Students develop critical thinking skills and a framework for analyzing business decisions. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBA520 Accounting for Business Managers 3 Semester Credits This course will introduce MBA students to managerial accounting in business organizations. The focus of managerial accounting is to provide accounting data to internal decision-makers (managers/employees). External and internal decision-makers use accounting information both to make decisions and to evaluate results of those decisions. Managerial Accounting focuses on the development, interpretation, and application of accounting information for managerial decision-making. The course stresses the use of financial and non-financial information within a variety of organizations for the purposes of understanding and analyzing activities and operations. You will examine the linkages between accounting information and management planning through cost analysis, operational and capital budgeting and performance measurement. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBA530 Managerial Finance 3 Semester Credits Business Managers need to understand the fundamentals of financial management for optimal decision making. This course covers the major topics in Finance that a business manager is likely to come across. The course begins with an introduction to Financial Management and Time Value of Money. We discuss financial statements and cash-flows, the financial environment of a firm—markets, institutions, interest rates, leading to a discussion of risk and return, security/corporate valuation, strategic investment and financing decisions. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBA540 Business and Professional Ethics 3 Semester Credits The history and theories of business ethics. Each class session will utilize assigned readings, articles, case studies, and exercises. We will focus on four primary outcomes for participants in this course: An understanding of the ethical problems faced by people; Convey a means of analysis of ethical problems; Allow students to deliberately, methodically, and reasonably defend their point of view. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBA545 Organizational Behavior 3 Semester Credits In-depth exploration and analysis of major theories, concepts, skills and techniques for organization behavior and development in business and industry, including the conceptual integration and application of these theories. We will often challenge the traditional assumptions of management by discussing current management and organization behavior theories, innovations, trends, and the issues faced by today’s managers. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBA550 Marketing Management 3 Semester Credits Applying marketing theory and practice to real-life marketing situations. Topics include market segmentation, targeting, positioning, distribution of goods and services, the relationship between price and demand, brand management, and marketing plans and strategy. Students gain hands-on experience with marketing in cross-functional organization strategies. 134 Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBA560 Communication Issues in Management 3 Semester Credits An ethnographic approach to communication in the workplace including how physical settings, communication channels, institutional goals, institutional culture, and the roles of participants shape communication. Students will use case studies and their own workplace experiences to examine effectiveness, ideologies and biases, network theory, persuasive appeals, and communication of institutional values. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBA565 Managing in a Global Environment 3 Semester Credits Explores the reasons, conditions, processes, and challenges of internationalization from an enterprise perspective. The foci of the course will be international trade theory and institutional governance of international trade/monetary policy, and the differences in political-economic/socio-cultural systems and their implications for international business. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBA570 Quantitative Decision-Making for Managers 3 Semester Credits Apply analytical thinking to a variety of business problems and understand the need for analytical models for business decision-making. Create spreadsheet models to help organize information and solve analytical problems. Topics: Regression Analysis, Forecasting, Project Management, and Inventory Control. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBA575 Strategic Technology 3 Semester Credits Making strategic technology decisions most favorable to organization and culture, interaction with customers and suppliers, and future growth of the organization. Students will come to understand the impact of the internet and electronic commerce on the traditional business model, the effect on employees, and the ethical and societal results of given technology choices. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBA576 Project Management 3 Semester Credits The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the world of projects and to projects’ real life struggles and challenges. The course will focus on the day-to-day, hands-on problems of managing a project, which is defined as a temporary organization within a permanent organization set up to achieve a specific objective. It will broadly cover the operational and conceptual issues faced by modern project managers. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBA580 Management Consulting Project 3 Semester Credits 135 MBA 580 is a project-based capstone course meant to serve an integrative role, bringing together all the components of your graduate business education in a summative project. The projects include strategic planning, business plans, marketing plans and a competitive analysis. The Management Consulting Project provides the opportunity to apply your MBA program learning to an actual business organization with real issues and opportunities involving multiple functions. Field Study teams of four to five students will work as management consultants on comprehensive projects for local businesses or community organizations. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBA583 Social Entrepreneurship I: Execution, Planning & Strategy for Social Innovation-based Ventures 3 Semester Credits This course is intended to provide prospective social entrepreneurs with information and tools to teach you how to actually start a business, evaluate opportunities for starting a new business, how to choose markets for entry, when to enter, and what resources and capabilities it will take to enter and provide a platform for future growth. Although the course will focus especially on entry into social enterprises, it will provide background essential to entrepreneurial ventures of all types. The course is designed to address the needs of students who either hope to pursue start-up opportunities upon graduation or in preparation for entrepreneurial activities at later career stages. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBA584 Social Entrepreneurship II: Advanced Topics & Practicum in Social Entrepreneurship 3 Semester Credits Students are assigned to a social enterprise in the local community to work as management consultants on comprehensive projects. Students perform in-depth business analysis, complete primary and secondary research, develop strategies and tactics and propose implementation plans to assist the organization realize their goals. Guest lectures and readings/discussions tie managerial theory to actual practice. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBA592 Leadership: Ethics, Vision, and Transformation 3 Semester Credits Provides learners with well-rounded, comprehensive leadership skills that will enhance personal and organizational effectiveness. Topics include leadership strategy, critical and distinctive functions and skills of management and leadership, relationship building, servant leadership, leadership communication, and self awareness and discovery of leadership styles, traits and abilities. This class begins the work associated with Student Learning Experience 1. Students will use a variety of assessment tools to learn more about their strengths and weaknesses as a leader. Students will begin their journal and reflect on their personal development plan. The journal begins in this class and will continue in the next three courses. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBA593 Health Care Operations Management 3 Semester Credits This course will provide students with an introduction to Healthcare Operations. Over the past several years, there has been a general acceptance to apply more sophisticated business optimization techniques to the healthcare industry. Students will gain an understanding of business management within hospitals, clinics, and multiple hospital systems. The tools covered in the class focus primarily on those that improve hospital productivity. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBA595 Strategic Management 3 Semester Credits 136 Organizations that survive over time generally meet customer needs more effectively than the customer’s alternatives. These organizations adapt to a constantly changing environment, usually coordinating change in a variety of different functional areas. Strategy matches the organization’s capabilities to its market position, facilitates resource allocation, and provides guidance for decision-making. This course is integrative of all subject matter in the MBA program, and adopts the perspective of senior management. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBA596 Managing Innovation 3 Semester Credits Understanding innovation as a process and creating the conditions for this process to occur successfully within an organization are the main themes of this course. Learning to integrate design thinking into business that will drive continuous development and improvement, and develop customer/client emotional connections will be the focus of the course. Transforming the business, creating brand value, exceeding customer’s expectations, and creating sustainable, superior competitive advantage through new ways of thinking are the purposes of the course. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBA599 Topics 3 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBA699 Internship 3 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBC – Master of Business Administration MBC532 Investment Theory and Portfolio Management 3 Semester Credits This course discusses investment background such as the investment setting, asset allocation decision, selecting investments in a global market, and security market indicators, followed by efficient capital markets, portfolio management and asset pricing models, and multi-factor models of risk and return. Security valuation and analysis and management of common stocks and bonds are discussed. The course ends with a discussion of professional asset management and evaluation of portfolio performance. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBC535 International Finance 3 Semester Credits The objective of this course is to acquaint students with macro and micro aspects of international finance. At the macro level, coverage will include theories of direct investment, the international monetary mechanism, foreign exchange markets, and repercussions from balance of payments difficulties. Micro level materials include problems of doing business internationally and a survey of public and private foreign and international financial institutions. Also discussed are the management of risk of multinational operations and their valuation and structure. The course ends with a discussion of international portfolio investment and asset pricing. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBC537 137 Health Care Financing 3 Semester Credits This course focuses on a variety of public and private third party mechanisms for financing health care services. A review shall be made of the various trends and constraints associated with each mechanism. Particular attention shall be a paid to the role of private health insurance and government reimbursement mechanisms for health services. Prerequisites: MBA 530-Managerial Finance Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBC542 Legal and Ethical Considerations in Health Care 3 Semester Credits This course covers the laws affecting administration of hospitals and other healthcare organizations; administrative law, corporate and business law, labor law, civil liability and tax-related issues. The course covers the ethical issues underlying financing, organization, and delivery of healthcare services. Addresses the numerous ethical issues raised by advances in technology, changing societal values, decreased resources and increasing professional liability. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBC547 Human Resources Issues in Health Care 3 Semester Credits This course provides complete coverage of relevant human resource issues in health care management, as well as offering a solid foundation in both HR and health care administrative practices. This course provides a comprehensive, focused approach to the demands of the current human resources role. This practical, hands –on course introduces human resources to those who are preparing to work in any area of health care or health service covering important topics such as recruitment, training, termination, compensation practices, and safety. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBC552 Marketing Communications 3 Semester Credits The course is meant to provide students with an opportunity to analyze, design, and evaluate a comprehensive and integrated marketing communications program which includes advertising, sales promotions, publicity, and personal selling decisions. The course focuses on theories, models, and industry experiences that are relevant to the design and evaluation of a marketing communications plan. Specific topics covered include the communication process, consumer behavior models and their relevance to marketing communications decisions, marketing communications research, advertising message and media strategies, the role of the advertising agency, and the integration of marketing mix decisions. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBC554 Consumer Behavior 3 Semester Credits The purpose of this course is to provide students having a basic fluency in marketing with a deeper understanding of consumer (buyer) behavior, with particular emphasis on the purchase decision process. Specific topics will include: the role of problem recognition; how buyers seek and evaluate information; and factors that influence buyers’ purchase decisions. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MBC599 Topics 3 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None 138 Prerequisite(s): None MCN – McNair Program MCN301 Research in the Disciplines 2 Semester Credits Scholars in this two-credit course will investigate and analyze the process of research, learning ways to choose and focus a research topic and question, skills for reading discipline-specific journal articles and conducting literature reviews, and accepted methods of inquiry and information retrieval. Scholars receive guidance from McNair staff and their Research Faculty Mentor. Scholars may choose to work on their Research Faculty Mentor’s established topic or develop their own question. The semester will culminate in the development of a research proposal, building the scholar’s specific knowledge of the research topic and confidence as a researcher. Scholars participating in an off-campus research experience or internship will be enrolled and have individualized activities as necessary. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(Consent of Instructor) MDC – Minnesota Department of Corrections Program MDC094CE Everyday Mathematics 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC101CE Lifetime Fitness 2 Semester Credits IHCC Equivalent: HLTH 1155 Lifetime Fitness 2 cr Studies physical fitness, nutrition and stress as they relate to health. Through testing and self-assessments, the student's current status is analyzed. After the information on improving skills in each area is presented, the student will develop a plan for implementation. The course will include information on cardiovascular and cancer risk reduction, aging and health, sexually transmitted diseases, and substance abuse control. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC102CE Mathematical Thinking 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC103CE World Civilizations Since 1500 4 Semester Credits IHCC Equivalent: HIST 1107 World Civilizations Since 1500 4 cr Explores world civilizations to the present from the Reformation and Enlightenment in Europe, to Modern East Asia; the rise of transatlantic and transpacific societies to industrial revolution; and from the emergence of nationalism, and the age of ideologies, to the global marketplace. (Title changed from World Civilization II and The Modern World) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC104CE College Mathematics 139 4 Semester Credits Course Description from Course Syllabus This course covers the basics of college level algebra, emphasizing understanding of the basic principles through investigation. The topics covered range from a basic algebra review to exploration of linear, quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic functions, along with a study of rational expressions, inverse relations, function operations, complex numbers, and systems of equations. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC105CE General Psychology 4 Semester Credits IHCC Equivalent: PSYC 1101 General Psychology Presents a survey of psychology including theoretical and experimental findings and applications. Topics include research methodology, the nervous system, perception, cognition, learning, memory, human development, emotions, motivation, personality, psychological disorders and their treatment, attitudes, social influence and growth processes. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC106CE Introduction to Art 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC107CE Historical Geology 4 Semester Credits Equivalent to IHCC Course GEOL 1105 GEOL 1105 Historical Geology 4 cr Examines the Earth's planetary materials and processes as they have evolved and changed over time. Emphasis is placed on the study of evolution and life as it applies to the succession of plants and animals evidenced in the fossil record and the processes which have altered the character of the Earth's continents and oceans through time. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC1101CE Introduction to Political Science 3 Semester Credits IHCC Equivalent: POLS 1101 Introduction to Political Science 3 cr Introduces students to major topics, approaches and methods in Political Science with an emphasis on political ideologies, political behavior, comparative government, international relations (including causes of war and peace) and relevant social science theory. The course also will examine power, conflict, ideology, nationalism and revolution by focusing on structure and change in democratic and non-democratic governments. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC110CE Small Business, Start-Up 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC111CE Writing and Research Skills 4 Semester Credits 140 Equivalent to IHCC ENG 1108 Writing and Research Skills Emphasizes critical writing, reading, and thinking with attention to rhetorical elements such as argumentative structure, audience, and purpose. Students learn types of college writing and research techniques; report, synthesize, and draw conclusions from their readings; document the use of sources; and practice the writing process. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC1125CE Creative Problem Solving 3 Semester Credits MDC1125CE Creative Problem Solving IHCC Equivalent: INTS 1125 Creative Problem Solving 3.0 cr Provides information and practice to help students become more effective problem solvers in their academic, career, civic, and personal lives. Students will study findings of current problem-solving research and apply them to ethical and international problems. The course will emphasize creativity, team problem solving, and conflict management as well as the technical heuristics of problem-solving, hypothesis testing, and decisionmaking. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC112CE Public Speaking 3 Semester Credits IHCC Equivalent: COMM 1110 Public Speaking 3.0 cr Is the introductory study of the theory and practice of public speaking. Public presentation skills are required for individuals to be successful in our workplaces, communities and many other contexts in today's society. Students will learn about the different types of public speeches commonly encountered and learn how to research, organize and write their ideas into clear and understandable forms of public communication. Students will also practice the delivery skills needed to present ideas effectively. Students will be required to speak and participate often and will also be required to present their speeches in a classroom setting with an audience of their peers and an instructor. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC1131CE World Politics 3 Semester Credits IHCC Equivalent: POLS 1131 World Politics 3 cr Requires students to examine and compare the major issues, conflicts and challenges facing today’s global political environment. The course will focus on the following main topics: (1) causes and consequences of globalization; (2) the politics of intervention; (3) cooperation and conflict in global institutions; (4) development, foreign aid and trade; (5) the politics of human rights and the environment; (6) the politics of arms races; and (7) contemporary case studies of international conflicts. Students will learn about related institutions and processes, public policies and social scientific theory while examining their own political values, experiences and behaviors. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC113CE Research Writing in the Disciplines 2 Semester Credits IHCC Equivalent: ENG 1111 Research Writing in the Disciplines 2 cr Emphasizes textual analysis of primary and secondary sources with focus on writing in students' academic and/or professional disciplines. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC114CE The Research Paper 4 Semester Credits Equivalent to IHCC ENG 1114 The Research Paper - WRIT 3 cr Emphasizes critical analysis of fiction or nonfiction texts, at least one book-length, resulting in a research paper that reflects analysis and synthesis of multiple sources. Prereq: Grade of C or higher in ENG 1108. 141 Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC1152CE Leadership Skills Development 3 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC115CE Introduction to Philosophy 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC121CE Introduction to Sociology 4 Semester Credits MDC121CE Introduction to Sociology IHCC Equivalent: SOC 1100 Introduction to Sociology 4.0 sem cr Emphasizes methods, basic concepts, terminology, and perspectives used by sociologists in analysis of social relationships. Sociological analysis will focus on American government, family, education, religion, and the economy. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC122CE 20th Century US History 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC123CE Small Business Management 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC124CE Urban Politics 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC125CE State and Local Government 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC129CE Mathematics for the Liberal Arts 3 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None 142 Prerequisite(s): None MDC130CE Family and Society 4 Semester Credits IHCC Equivalent: SOC 1130 Family and Society 3 cr Surveys human relationships from both the sociological and practical perspectives. Areas of study will include: love, dating, sexuality, singleness, marriage, conflict, parenting, relationship violence, resingling, and other relevant topics. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC131CE American Government and Politics 4 Semester Credits IHCC Equivalent: POLS 1111 American Government and Politics (4 sem cr) Studies processes and policies of United States national government, political parties, campaigns and elections, public opinion, interest groups, media coverage and current political issues. The course will also examine principles of the Constitution, and the structure and behavior of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC1400CE Energy, Environment and Climate 4 Semester Credits IHCC Equivalent: GEOG 1400 Energy, Environment and Climate 4 cr Provides a holistic approach to the workings of the atmosphere and climatological impacts on global human populations. Topics include weather patterns and long-term trends, including global climate change. Climatology relative to the United States will be examined in the context of extreme weather and alternative energy source potential. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC141CE Introduction to Cultural Anthropology 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC158CE Political Patterns and Processes 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC190CE Educational Internship 3 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC200CE Introduction to Business in Society 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None 143 Prerequisite(s): None MDC201CE Legal Environment of Business 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC204CE History of Rock and Roll 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC210CE Educational Psychology 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC211CE Foundations in Women's Studies 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC222CE History of the United States Since 1865 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC225CE Creative Writing 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC226CE Human Relations in Business 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC231CE Language and Power 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC240CE Introduction to Literary Study 144 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC241CE Introduction to Film 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC242CE Humanities: Baroque to Modern 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC251CE Environmental Science (with lab) 3 Semester Credits IHCC Course Equivalent - BIOL 1117 Environmental Science (with lab) Introduces non-majors or majors to fundamental concepts in ecology focusing on man's increasing impact and exploitation of the environment stressing the limits of the biosphere with respect to resources, energy, and pollution. Activities will include discussion, group activities, guest speakers and films. One semester credit of lab included. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC252CE Principles of Marketing 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC253CE Chinese Literature 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC254CE Interpersonal Communication 3 Semester Credits IHCC Equivalent: COMM 1100 Interpersonal Communication 3.0 cr Is a course that helps students recognize that we live and work in relationship with others and must communicate effectively with them to achieve our goals. This class helps students acquire the skills to effectively communicate with family members, intimate others, co-workers, friends, and acquaintances. After reviewing relevant interpersonal theory, students will examine and identify their own communication attitudes and behaviors. Students will also learn and apply techniques for improving communication in their relationships through active practice. Students will participate in multiple activities, both in and outside the classroom setting, to build their interpersonal communication skills. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC255CE Small Group Communication 4 Semester Credits 145 Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC256CE Religions and Society 4 Semester Credits This course examines the role and functions of religion in society and religious and philosophical concepts. The class will introduce selected world religious traditions and cultures through exploring the history and key teachings of the religions, examining ways of being religious in various traditions, reading various texts and anthropological sources, class presentations, and lecture. Religions studied include Polytheistic and Monotheistic religions, as well as the major religions of Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam. The class will discuss how major world religions respond to contemporary social/global issues. Eqivalent to IHCC Course HIST 2125 History of World Religions: Ancient to Modern Time 4 cr Compares and contrasts the history of the values, beliefs and world views associated with world religious faiths, practices and institutions from ancient to contemporary times. Topics include: Views of creation, time and death, good and evil, the relation to art, relation to political power, and role in social and cultural conflict. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MDC265CE Social Inequalities 4 Semester Credits IHCC Equivalent: SOC 1127 Social Inequalities (4 sem cr) Describes and analyzes selected inequality relationships in the United States. Topic areas will include economic inequality-poverty; ethnic inequality-racism; and gender inequality-sexism. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MIS – Management Information Systems MIS260 Problem Solving for Business 4 Semester Credits This course applies advanced software capabilities like macros, Solver, and Scenario Manager in Microsoft Excel as well as other simulation and decision support tools for problem solving in business through the use of realistic business cases. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3) MIS264 Statistical Literacy for Managers 4 Semester Credits Critical thinking about statistics as evidence for management decisions. Analysis of business cases involving non-financial data. Focus on predicting, understanding, and managing variation: modeling, sampling, optimizing, etc. Reviews descriptive and inferential statistics. Uses spreadsheets for statistical analysis (trends and confidence intervals). Includes the generation and analysis of survey data. Uses Monte Carlo simulation in business forecasting. Communicate results in a form that facilitates decisions by non-quantitative managers. Attention to alternate choices, sub-optimization, and unanticipated onsequences. Optional topics include process control, six-sigma, data mining, and dashboard metrics. Additional evening sessions are required. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3); MIS260(Problem Solving for Business) MIS270 Data Management for Business 4 Semester Credits Introduces the concepts of data modeling, database structures, and relational databases. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MPL(Math Placement Level 3) 146 MIS295 Topics 4 Semester Credits Lectures, discussions, meetings with members of the staff or visiting faculty regarding research methodology and readings in the area of management information systems. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MIS299 Directed Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MIS375 E-Commerce 4 Semester Credits This course provides broad based and balanced coverage of both the strategic business and technology elements of e-commerce. This course presents concepts and skills for the strategic use of e-commerce and related information system technologies. Students will examine current technology solutions to issues surrounding business-to-business, business-to consumers, and intra-organizational trade. Includes study of network, database and programming concepts and an examination of e-commerce in altering the structure of entire industries. (Note that this is not a programming or web development course). Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of BUS200(Exploring Business as a Vocation), BUS242(Principles of Management), MKT252(Principles of Marketing); 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level) MIS376 Project Management 4 Semester Credits Develops project management skills needed to initiate, plan, execute, control, and close projects. Combines theories, techniques, group activities, and computer tools such as Microsoft Project. Emphasizes technical and communications skills needed to manage inevitable changes. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MIS175(Principles of Computing for Business), MIS260(Problem Solving for Business) MIS379 Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics 4 Semester Credits How to read and interpret data to make better business decisions. Topics include descriptive statistics and statistical inference (confidence intervals and statistical significance). Software used is either Minitab or Excel. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT105(Applied Algebra), MAT171(Discrete Mathematics For Computing), MPL(Math Placement Group); MIS260(Problem Solving for Business) MIS475 Systems Analysis and Design 4 Semester Credits Develops skills in using systems development methodologies and Computer Aided Software Engineering (CASE) tools. Techniques used include data and process modeling, file and database design, and user interface design. A course-long project is used to complete a rudimentary system design. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): MIS260(Problem Solving for Business), MIS270(Data Management for Business), MIS375(E-Commerce) 147 MIS476 Information Systems Projects 4 Semester Credits Skills developed in previous courses are used to complete an actual project of systems analysis and design. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MIS175(Principles of Computing for Business), MIS260(Problem Solving for Business), MIS360(Problem Solving for Business); 1 of MIS270(Data Management for Business), MIS370(Advanced Computing For Business); MIS375(E-Commerce), MIS376(Project Management), MIS475(Systems Analysis and Design) MIS479 Business Analytics 4 Semester Credits Multivariate modeling of business-related programs using computer software. Focuses on model assumptions, variability explained, statistical significance, and confounding. Models studied in depth include: A/B testing, multivariate regression, logistic regression, and Monte-Carlo simulation using @Risk. Other models include: cluster and correlation analysis; classification and discriminant analysis; and ANOVA. Students will learn the power and limitations of each model studied. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT163(Introductory Statistics), MAT164(Introductory Statistics for STEM), MIS264(Statistical Literacy for Managers), MIS379(Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics) MIS495 Topics 4 Semester Credits Lectures, discussions, and meetings with members of the staff or visiting faculty regarding research methodology and current problems and policies. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(Consent of Instructor) MIS499 Independent Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MKT – Marketing MKT252 Principles of Marketing 4 Semester Credits Principles of basic policy and strategy issues in marketing. Legal, ethical, competitive, behavioral, economic, and technological factors as they affect product, promotion, marketing channel, and pricing decisions. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MKT299 Directed Study 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MKT350 Consumer Behavior 148 4 Semester Credits Consumer behavior theories and principles as they apply to the consumer decision-making process. Impact of attitudes, values, personality, and motivation on individual decision processes. Analysis of cultural, ethnic, social class, family, and purchase situation influences. Application to everyday purchasing situations. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): MKT252(Principles of Marketing) MKT352 Marketing Research and Analysis 4 Semester Credits Research process as an aid to decision making. Emphasis on development of research proposal, methodology, and collection and analysis of data. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of MAT163(Introductory Statistics), MIS264(Statistical Literacy for Managers), MIS379(Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics), PSY215(Research Methods and Statistics I), SOC362(Statistical Analysis); MKT252(Principles of Marketing) MKT354 Sales Management 4 Semester Credits Formulation, implementation, evaluation and control of sales force programs designed to carry out marketing objectives. Management of sales force recruitment, departmental structure, training, motivation, territory allocation, quotas, and compensation. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): MKT252(Principles of Marketing) MKT355 Marketing Communications 4 Semester Credits Integration of advertising, public relations, sales promotion design, evaluation, and personal selling into a coherent promotion mix. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): MKT252(Principles of Marketing) MKT357 Advertising 4 Semester Credits Introduction to print, broadcast, and Web-based advertising and promotion as important elements in modern marketing and communications. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): MKT252(Principles of Marketing) MKT398 Internship 2 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MKT450 Marketing Management 4 Semester Credits Application of marketing concepts to day-to-day strategies and long-term planning issues; development and implementation of marketing plans. Core Curriculum Component: None 149 Prerequisite(s): 1 of MKT355(Marketing Communications), MKT357(Advertising); 1 of ENG111(Effective Writing), ENL111(Effective Writing), ENL112(Advanced Effective Writing), HON111(Effective Writing for Liberating Letters), WPL(Writing Placement Level); MKT252(Principles of Marketing), MKT352(Marketing Research and Analysis) MKT466 International Marketing 4 Semester Credits Examination of issues and activities unique to marketing in an international setting. Emphasis on adaptation of a marketing mix according to the international marketing environment. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): MKT252(Principles of Marketing) MKT495 Topics 4 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(Consent of Instructor) ML – Master of Arts in Leadership ML505 Foundations of Leadership 3 Semester Credits This course is designed to provide a common foundation for the Master of Arts in Leadership program; laying the groundwork for both the study of leadership and enhancing the capacity to lead. As an introduction to selected concepts of leadership, this course provides a historical and philosophical framework for the program. The student experience in Foundations of Leadership is defined by an exploration of leadership models and styles as they are exemplified in a variety of well-known texts. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML510 Visions of Leadership: A Historical and Literary Journey 3 Semester Credits Introduction to selected concepts of leadership, providing a historical and philosophical framework for the program. This course views the nature and purpose of leadership from a variety of disciplines and perspectives. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML511 Creativity and the Problem-Solving Process 3 Semester Credits Exploration of creativity from the perspective of traditional aesthetics as well as contemporary organizational thinking. This course uses creativity as a method, and it examines techniques for solving problems in organizations, for enhancing innovation, and for seeking an integrative worldview. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML512 Responsible Leadership for the 21st Century 3 Semester Credits The Augsburg mission statement sets forth the goals of educating students to be responsible leaders. By examining current social issues and through immersion in Augsburg’s Cedar-Riverside neighborhood, this course will explore qualities of responsible leadership. 150 The other three pillars of the Augsburg mission will serve as a framework as we explore how critical thinking, informed citizenship and thoughtful stewardship shape a responsible leader. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML514 Evaluating Empirical Research 3 Semester Credits Evaluation and documentation of programs, projects, and ideas as they relate to leadership theories and practice. Qualitative and quantitative tools will be discussed. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML520 Self-Identity and Values: Keys to Authentic Leadership 3 Semester Credits Before you can successfully lead others, you need to know yourself and consciously choose how to live fully and authentically. Discovering who you are – at the core – will guide you in learning to find your way along your personal leadership path. The purpose of this course is to facilitate reflection that deepens your understanding of your commitments to relationships, work, and self, and how you can engage in conversations that enable you to lead a full, authentic life. To fulfill that purpose you will explore your own life – the factors that have influenced it, and what it can teach you about your calling and living an authentic life. You will also explore your vision for the future and how to make it reality. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML523 Leading Authentically 3 Semester Credits Authentic leaders understand their core values and align this knowledge with the organization in which they lead. In this course, students will articulate their leadership strengths, examine models of leadership, and explore organizational theories in order to develop a leadership plan that honors their authentic selves. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML527 Spirituality and Leadership in the Workplace 3 Semester Credits The wide-ranging spirituality movement in the workplace is a notable feature of contemporary life. This course explores the dimensions of this trend and its implications for leadership through a variety of sources and perspectives. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML530 Ethics in Communication 3 Semester Credits Interdisciplinary study of ethics and communication through the investigation of a variety of ethical perspectives within human communication. This course places particular attention on the use and abuse of communication in politics, advertising, and interpersonal relationships. It emphasizes sensitivity to ethical conflicts that arise in social and organizational settings. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML531 Dynamics of Change 3 Semester Credits 151 Effective leadership, by definition, involves social and organizational change. Beginning at the macro level of analysis and ultimately focusing on leading and responding to change in organizational settings, this course examines the paradigms, theories and practices that support successful leadership for change. Collaborative presentations provide an opportunity to apply course ideas to historical and contemporary issues. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML535 Organization Theory and Leadership 3 Semester Credits In-depth exploration of organization theory plus related concepts, issues, and concerns. The course is designed to enable the student to acquire knowledge and develop skills in order to function as a responsible, ethical participant within various types of organizational structures and cultures. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML536 Facilitating Organizational Change 3 Semester Credits This course will explore the impact of change on organizations, teams, and individuals. This course will prepare current and future leaders to effectively lead change efforts in their organizations. This leadership development will be accomplished through the study of several change management theories and frameworks. Moreover, application and evaluation of change management theories will be emphasized. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML538 Communication Skills for Leadership 3 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML539 Communicating a Self in the Modern Organization 3 Semester Credits Understanding through reading, reflecting, and dialogue of the functions of communication in organizational settings with particular emphasis on the self-defining aspects of the social contract between the individual and the organization in a changing world. Supplementary reading packet, open dialogue, and individual projects. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML540 Political Leadershp: Theory and Practice 3 Semester Credits Analysis of leadership perspectives in selected political systems and other organizations. Special focus on significant leadership theories and leaders, past and present. Most theories studied are interdisciplinary and relevant to business and nonprofit organizations as well as to politics. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML545 Decision Making and Leadership 3 Semester Credits 152 Review of the decision-making process—the setting, goals, and contingencies—as it affects leaders and leadership. Analysis of arguments and explanations; analysis of basic statistical concepts and their relationship to decision making. Assessment of major social decisions, past and present—their intentions, consequences, arguments, explanations, and justification. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML548 Coaching and Consulting 3 Semester Credits The purpose of this course is to develop influence skills through the exploration and application of consulting and coaching practices. To fulfill that purpose participants will read the work of master consultants and coaches, develop a toolkit, practice consulting as both a consultant and a client, and reflect on these experiences to develop their own purpose, principles, and practices for influencing others. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML550 Communication, Decision Making, and Technology 3 Semester Credits Analysis of the role various forms of digitally-mediated communication play in our society and how communication, decision making, and leadership have been altered by these technologies. Students examine how they can engage and manage these processes in their organizations. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML553 Design and Leadership 3 Semester Credits A study of what leaders can learn from artists and designers. The place of aesthetics (look and feel) in today’s business environment; feeling and the emotions in leadership (Emotional Intelligence); "design" as a cognitive concept and its place in leadership. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML557 Language of Leadership 3 Semester Credits Students analyze language from a variety of rhetorical and sociolinguistic perspectives and learn to make judgments about rhetorical and stylistic strategies. Topics include the use of language as an organizing principle for social interaction; speech act theory; strategies for giving effective directives; the creation and manipulation of style; the development of persuasive appeals; the protection of “face;” and strategies for maintaining personal relationships across hierarchical levels in organizations. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML560 Cultural Competence and Effective Leadership 3 Semester Credits This course focuses on the ability to function and lead in culturally diverse contexts within the US. Goals include improved communication skills and interpersonal sensitivity, appreciation for the complexity of the racial and ethnic groupings, and awareness of key issues facing those groups. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML563 Leadership in a Global Society 3 Semester Credits 153 This class focuses on enhancing global leadership competencies, beginning with core concepts and personal assessments and concluding with a global leadership development project where learners demonstrate their ability to take theory to practice. Course activities include personal assessments, a critical review paper, a literature review, and a final project proposal paper in which all the elements come together. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML565 Women and Leadership 3 Semester Credits A seminar exploring the theory and practice of women and leadership: entrepreneurial, political, and social. An interdisciplinary approach to issues of women and leadership. Topics include analysis of alternative approaches to leadership, women and careers, and women in society past and present. The course is intended to enhance the analytical and leadership skills of the participants. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(Consent of MAL Program Director) ML570 Negotiation: Theory and Practice 3 Semester Credits An exploration of theories, strategies, and techniques of negotiation; overview of concepts and skills involved in negotiation as well as the context in which negotiation occurs. A special emphasis on the collective bargaining model with survey of examples of other types of negotiation. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML574 Strategic Leadership 3 Semester Credits The course develops students’ ability to think strategically and lead organizations through planning and implementation. Application of models and concepts to examples and cases from real-life practice. Case studies, exercises, and readings cover practices in for-profit and nonprofit organizations. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML575 Constructive Conflict Resolution 3 Semester Credits Course description: This class addresses conflict from the perspective of one’s personal life, the workplaces and the world. The course teaches how people are affected by different types of conflict and how to assure constructive outcomes. Coursework includes reading assignments, class discussion and role plays, two papers that analyze and resolve conflict situations, and a final paper incorporating all elements of constructive conflict resolution. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML576 Leading Innovation 3 Semester Credits Course description: Innovation is “people creating value through the implementation of new ideas” (Innovation Network). This course explores what is involved in providing quality leadership that helps create, lead and assess innovations within either corporate or nonprofit organizations. It provides a brief overview of the history of innovation and then will focus on what is involved in successfully leading innovation efforts. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML577 154 Universal Responsibility and Leadership: A Nicaraguan Experience 3 Semester Credits The exploration of universal responsibility, conceptually and experientially. Course consists of a seminar in Minneapolis and one or two weeks in Nicaragua. The Nicaraguan portion includes meetings with leaders, a homestay in the two-week option, and visits to multiple sites and organizations. Topics such as Nicaraguan history, politics, indigenous cultures, poverty, health care, literacy, the arts, business foreign investment, and relations with the US government and nonprofit organizations are explored. Special fees apply. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML580 Colloquium on Contemporary Theories of Leadership 3 Semester Credits Selected contemporary theories of leadership plus a case study on a prominent leader. Student must earn a grade of 3.5 to have this course be counted as one of the final projects under Plans B, C, D. The student must attain a 3.5 within three academic terms (including the term the course is given) or receive a 0.0 for the course. (Prereq: at least one year course work in MAL and ML505) Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): 1 of ML505(Foundations of Leadership), ML510(Visions of Leadership: A Historical and Literary Journey) ML585 Integrating the Theory and Practice of Responsible Leadership 3 Semester Credits This Seminar provides a culminating learning experience for participants in the program who have completed all other degree requirements. Students will deepen their understanding of the major leadership theories, advance their critical analysis skills, and synthesize their comprehension of the nature of leadership, how leadership is known, and how leadership manifests itself in practice. This integration and synthesis of learning will be demonstrated through critical reading, writing, and dialogue. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): CONSENT(Consent of MAL Program Director) ML588 Final Project Seminar: Action Research 3 Semester Credits In this course students who are pursuing the cohort program will have the opportunity to write their final project doing action research on their own organization. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML589 Comprehensive Exam Seminar 3 Semester Credits This course is a completion option for the Master of Arts in leadership. Students prepare for the examination series-oral, written, and take-home-through discussion, readings, and critical analysis in the seminar. It must be the final course taken in the program; no other course may be taken at the same time. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML592 Thesis/Leadership Applied Project Consultation I 3 Semester Credits Independent thesis/leadership applied project research under the guidance of an academic adviser. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML593 155 Thesis/Leadership Applied Project Consultation II 3 Semester Credits Completion of the thesis/leadership applied project under the guidance of an academic adviser Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML597 Non-Thesis Independent Project 3 Semester Credits Major written project in consultation an academic adviser. The research is presented in a colloquium. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML598 Independent Study 3 Semester Credits Provides directed independent study in an area of the student’s choice. Open to students who have completed at least three courses with a grade of at least 3.0. Students must complete a Proposal for Independent Study and have it signed by the supervising instructor. Proposals must be approved by the MAL program director prior to registration for the course. Students may not take more than one independent study course. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML599 Topics 3 Semester Credits Study of selected topics in leadership that are not treated extensively through current course offerings. Specific topics will be published prior to registration. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None ML998 Graduate Program Active Status 0 Semester Credits Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MUE – Music MUE111 Augsburg Choir 1 Semester Credits Praised for its high level of musicianship, this ensemble performs diverse repertoire including compositions by well-known Scandinavian and American composers as well as a wide variety of music from throughout the world. To meet the LAF Fine Arts requirement, students must register for 1 credit for 4 consecutive semesters. A maximum of 8 credits may be used toward graduation. Auditions are scheduled the first week of the fall semester or by contacting the director. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None MUE112 Riverside Singers 1 Semester Credits 156 The Riverside Singers carry on the long tradition of treble choirs at Augsburg University. This ensemble sings a wide range of repertoire, participates in Vespers and Women’s Voice festival and teaches all its members principles of healthy singing and good choral musicianship. To meet the LAF Fine Arts requirement, students must register for 1 credit for 4 consecutive semesters. A maximum of 8 credits may be used toward graduation. Auditions are scheduled the first week of the fall semester or by contacting the director. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None MUE113 Vocal Chamber Music 0 Semester Credits This performance-based course introduces singers to a range of music composed for small groups of singers and/or instrumentalists. This course fulfills the small ensemble requirement for music majors, and is open to non-music majors by permission of the instructor. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MUE114 Masterworks Chorale 1 Semester Credits The Masterworks Chorale is a unique mix of auditioned Augsburg University students, faculty, staff, alumni and community friends. This ensemble performs masterpieces for choir and orchestra and continues to establish itself as a dynamic choral ensemble in the Twin Cities. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None MUE115 Cedar Singers 1 Semester Credits The Cedar Singers, directed by Dale Kruse, embraces a wide variety of music, from sacred chant and masterworks for men’s voices to spirituals and pop songs. The choir is also focused on celebrating the camaraderie and beauty of male choral singing. To meet the LAF Fine Arts requirement, students must register for 1 credit for 4 consecutive semesters. A maximum of 8 credits may be used towards graduation. Auditions are scheduled the first week of the fall semester or by contacting the director. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None MUE121 Orchestra 1 Semester Credits The Augsburg Symphony Orchestra was formed to explore music from every style and period, and the group has played everything from settings of traditional Chinese songs and Renaissance masses to jazz standards. Since 2005 conductor Douglas Diamond has worked to build a collegiate symphonic ensemble and the group’s repertoire has included accessible masterpieces such as symphonies by Beethoven and Schubert. The students’ study of these styles is enhanced by private lessons with the Augsburg music faculty. To meet the LAF Fine Arts requirement, students must register for 1 credit for 4 consecutive semesters. A maximum of 8 credits may be used towards graduation. Auditions are scheduled the first week of the fall semester or by contacting the director. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None MUE122 String Chamber Music 0 Semester Credits This performance-based course introduces string players to a range of music composed for one string player per part, and may include duos, trios and string quartets as well as music written for strings in combination with other instrumentalists and/or singers. This course fulfills the small ensemble requirement for music majors, and is open to non-music majors by permission of the instructor. Core Curriculum Component: None 157 Prerequisite(s): None MUE125 Guitar Chamber Music 0 Semester Credits This performance-based course introduces guitar students to a range of music composed for one guitar per part and may include duos, trios and quartets as well as music for guitar combined with other instrumentalists or singers. This course fulfills the small ensemble requirement for music majors, and is open to non-music majors by permission of the instructor. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MUE131 Woodwind Chamber Music 0 Semester Credits This performance-based course introduces woodwind players to a range of music composed for one wind player per part and may include duos, trios or woodwind quintets as well as music for winds in combination with other instrumentalists and/or singers. This course fulfills the small ensemble requirement for music majors, and is open to non-music majors by permission of the instructor. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MUE141 Concert Band 1 Semester Credits The Augsburg Concert Band, directed by Dr. Michael Buck, is a 60-member symphonic band, performing wind band music of a high artistic level. The group has performed and toured extensively throughout the United States and to numerous international destinations. To meet the LAF Fine Arts requirement, students must register for 1 credit for 4 consecutive semesters. A maximum of 8 credits may be used towards graduation. Auditions are scheduled the first week of the fall semester or by contacting the director. Core Curriculum Component: Fine Arts Prerequisite(s): None MUE142 Brass Chamber Music 0 Semester Credits This performance-based course introduces brass players to a range of music composed for one brass player per part, and may include duos or brass quintet music, as well as music for brass in combination with other instrumentalists and/or singers. This course fulfills the small ensemble requirement for music majors, and is open to non-music majors by permission of the instructor. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MUE143 Jazz Ensemble 1 Semester Credits The Augsburg Jazz Ensemble is a group that performs extensively in a wide variety of venues. The literature performed reflects the cultural diversity and historical context of jazz. Placement is by audition or by arrangement with the director. Preference is given to Concert Band members. Core Curriculum Component: Engaging Minneapolis Prerequisite(s): None MUE144 Percussion Chamber Music 0 Semester Credits This performance-based course introduces percussionists to a wide range of music composed for one player per part, and may include duos, trios or quartets as well as works for percussion ensemble. Led by studio instructor Matt Barber, in recent years the group has 158 given its own annual concert of diverse repertoire, instrumentation and musical styles. This course fulfills the small ensemble requirement for music majors, and is open to non-music majors by permission of the instructor. Core Curriculum Component: None Prerequisite(s): None MUE145 Piano Chamber Music 0 Semester Credits This performance-based course introduces piano students to a range of music composed for one performer per part, and may include piano duos, trios or music that combines the piano with other instruments and singers. This course fulfills the small ensemble requirement for music majors, and is open to non-music majors by permission of the instructor. Core Curriculum