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AuGSBURG COLLEGE GRADUATE STUDIES CATALOG 2009-2010 Official publication of Augsburg College 2211 Riverside Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55454 612-330-1000 This catalog should answer most questions students have about Augsburg College's graduate programs. Although information was current at th...
Show more AuGSBURG COLLEGE GRADUATE STUDIES CATALOG 2009-2010 Official publication of Augsburg College 2211 Riverside Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55454 612-330-1000 This catalog should answer most questions students have about Augsburg College's graduate programs. Although information was current at the time of publication, it is subject to change without notice. The written policies in the catalog are the College policies in force at the time of printing. It is the responsibility of each student to know the requirements and academic policies in this publication. If you have questions about anything in this catalog, consult the Adult and Graduate Admissions Office, the graduate program directors, or the registrar. Key offices are listed on page iv for correspondence or telephone inquiries. Published December 2008 www.augsburg.edu :1 / A Greeting from the President I am pleased to know of your interest in Augsburg College'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 College's several graduate-level programs-the Master of Arts in Education (MAE), Master of Arts in Leadership (MAL), Master of Arts in Nursing (MAN), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (PA), and Master of Social Work (MSW, and MSW/MA or MDiv, together with Luther Seminary)-are distinguished by the opportunities they provide students to expand decision-making and strategic skills. The programs do so in an environment that encourages students to transform theory into action and classroom experience into personal and professional achievement. Augsburg College is characterized by a strong mission: To nurture future leaders in service to the world by providing high quality educational opportunities, which are based in the liberal arts and shaped by the faith and values of the Christian Church, by the context of a vital metropolitan setting, and by an intentionally diverse campus community. For our graduate programs, this mission helps to shape an innovative educational experience that features expansive perspective on social responsibility, economic realities, business initiative, and environmental sustainability. At Augsburg College, we believe that our distinctive educational purpose is to help you, the individual student, find your calling at work and in the world. The 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 President, Augsburg College Greetings from the Academic Affairs Office Welcome to our graduate programs. We are committed to education that prepares people for leadership in their communities and places of work. We believe that the liberal and professional arts and sciences form the best preparation for living in the fast-paced, changing, and complex world of today and tomorrow. Our locations in the vital metropolitan areas of Minneapolis/St. Paul and Rochester offer exciting and challenging field experiences for courses that include real-life learning through academic internships, experiential education, and cultural enrichment. The Twin Cities and Rochester become extended campuses for Augsburg students. Also, the diversity in our campus community ensures that our graduates are prepared for the range of experiences and perspectives that characterize today's global environment. When you join Augsburg you become part of a community that offers lifelong learning opportunities in state-of-the-art classrooms, with accessible libraries and dedicated faculty and staff. You join a body of experienced people who quickly form your network of employer connections and career opportunities. We encourage our alumni to become your mentors and build on our city connections through public events, including our convocations and Advent Vespers. All our programs share distinctive qualities, including our commitment and mission to be of service, with one another and to our neighbors. We expect our graduates to have their eyes on the world as they develop their identity as global citizens, with a sense of responsibility to participate in socially- and economicallysustainable development. We hope that at some time during your degree, you'll explore the opportunities to participate in an international learning experience-for example, travel seminars to our global campuses in Central America, Mexico, and Namibia, and opportunities to meet visiting students and faculty members from our partner institutions in Norway, Germany, Finland, and Slovenia. Inspired by the faith of our Lutheran founders to be inclusive to the early immigrants who came to Augsburg's doors, we welcome a diversity of cultures and faiths . Although each graduate program has its own "neighborhood" and unique features, we encourage interdisciplinary courses and opportunities for you to study with colleagues across disciplines. We encourage both "horizontal" initiatives-i.e., cross-program collaboration-as well as "vertical" initiatives-engaging our undergraduate students to consider graduate work. This means that sometimes you may be encouraging classmates who are just beginning to imagine a graduate degree. We are companions on your journey in fulfilling your dream of a graduate degree and we cannot wait to meet you. Sincerely, ~C.~ Barbara A. Farley Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of the College ii Rosemary]. Link Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of Graduate Studies Table of Contents Directory of Offices and Programs . . . ... . ... . , .iv Introducing Augsburg College ........ ... .. . . . History ........................... .. ... .. l Minneapolis and Rochester Locations .. ... ... . .2 Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships . . . . .3 Facts and Figures .... . ................ . ... .4 Academic Programs and Policies Academic Calendars ........... . . _. ..... . .. . .5 Academic Policies . ... ....... . .. .. . . . . ..... .5 Evaluation of Transfer Credit ..... . , ... .... . . .6 Student Rights ................. . . . . ... . .. . .6 Graduate Admissions Admission to Augsburg College .... ... . .... . .. 9 Readmission to the College ....... . ........ . . .9 Admission of International Students .... . ..... .9 Financing Your Education . . .. . . . .. ... ...... . Costs of Study .......... . . .... ..... ... . .. . 11 Payment Options . . .. . .. . .. ... .... ... .. .. . 11 Sources of Financial Aid .. , . . ... , .... . . . ... . 11 Applying for Financial Aid ... . . . ...... .... .. 11 Refund Schedule ... ..... .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 12 Graduate Programs Master of Arts in Education ................. 14 Master of Arts in Leadership ...... ...... ..... 26 Post-Master's Certificate in Leadership Studies ] oint degree in Accounting and Leadership Master of Arts in Nursing .................. .36 Master of Business Administration ........... .44 Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies .52 Master of Social Work .. .... . ......... .. .... 60 Dual Degree with Luther Seminary College Information Maps (Minneapolis and Rochester campuses) . , .74 Augsburg Board of Regents ............ . . ... .75 iii Directory of Offices and Programs Academic Affairs: 612-330-1024 Adult and Graduate Admissions Office: 612-330-1101 or gradinfo@augsburg.edu Master of Arts in Education (MAE) Vicki Olson, Director: 612-330-1131 Karen Howell, Coordinator: 612-330-1354 maeinfo@augsburg.edu www.augsburg.edu/mae Master of Arts in Leadership (MAL) Norma Noonan, Director: 612-330-1198 Patty Park, Coordinator: 612-330-1150 malinfo@augsburg.edu www.augburg.edu/mal Master of Arts in Nursing (MAN) Cheryl Leuning, Dept. Chair and Director: 612-330-1214 Patty Park, Coordinator: 612-330-1150 Sharon Wade, Program Assistant: 612-330-1209 manursing@augsburg.edu www.augsburg.edu/ma_nursing Bool<store: 612-359-6491 Center for Counseling and Health Promotion: 612-330-1707 or www.augsburg.edu/cchp Campus Ministry: 612-330-1732 or campmin@augsburg.edu Enrollment Center: 612-330-1046, 1-800-458-1721, or enroll@augsburg.edu Questions about registration, financial aid, transcripts, payments, accounts Lindell Library: 612-330-1604 or www.augsburg.edu/library Public Safety: 612-330-1717 or security@augsburg.edu Master of Business Administration (MBA) Steven Zitnick, Director: 612-330-1304 Katherine Fagen, Coordinator: 612-330-1774 mbainfo@augsburg.edu wwww.augsburg.edu/mba Registrar's Office: 612-330-1036 or registrar@augsburg.edu Rochester Campus Program Office: 507-288-2886 or rochinfo@augsburg.edu Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (PA) Dawn Ludwig, Director: 612-330-1399 Carrie Benton, Coordinator: 612-330-1518 paprog@augsburg.edu www.augsburg.edu/pa Master of Social Worl< (MSW) Lois Bosch, Director: 612-330-1633 Holley Locher, Coordinator: 612-330-1763 mswinfo@augsburg.edu www.augsburg.edu.msw Master of Social Work, and Master of Arts in Theology or Master of Divinity Luther Seminary: 651-641-3521 iv Welcome/Information Desk: 612-330-1000 Introducing Augsburg College At Augsburg College, 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 think critically, solve problems, act ethically and communicate effectively in a global world. 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 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 The mission of Augsburg College is to nurture future leaders in service to the world by providing high quality educational opportunities, which are based in the liberal arts and shaped by the faith and values of the Christian Church, by the context of a vital metropolitan setting, and by an intentionally diverse campus community. HISTORY A College of the Church 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 in 1872. The first seminarians were enrolled in 1874, and the first graduation was in 1879. Early Leaders Establish a Direction August Weenaas was Augsburg's first president (1869-1876). Professor Weenaas recruited two teachers from Norway-Sven Oftedal and Georg Sverdrup. These three men clearly articulated the direction of Augsburg: to educate Norwegian Lutherans to minister to immigrants and to provide such "college" studies that would prepare students for theological study. In 1874 they proposed a three-part plan: first, train ministerial candidates; second, prepare future theological students; and third, educate the farmer, worker, and businessman. The statement stressed that a good education is also practical. and city life. This early interest in professional life as well education is a celebrated theme in our history and has led to the fusion of the liberal and professional arts as a hallmark of the Augsburg College graduate. Augsburg's next two presidents also emphatically rejected ivory tower concepts of education. This commitment to church and community has been Augsburg's theme for over 130 years. After World War II, Augsburg leaders made vigorous efforts to expand and improve academic offerings. Now the College was a larger part of the institution than the seminary and received the most attention. Education for Service Keeping the vision of the democratic college, Georg Sverdrup, Augsburg's second president (1876-1907), required students to get pre-ministerial experience in city congregations. Student involvement in the community gave early expression to the concept of Augsburg's motto, "Education for Service." In the 1890s, Augsburg leaders formed the Friends of Augsburg, later called the Lutheran Free Church. The church was a group of independent congregations committed to congregational autonomy and personal Christianity. This change made Augsburg the only higher educational institution of the small Lutheran body. The college division, however, was still important primarily as an attachment to the seminary. The Focus Changed This attitude began to change after World War I. In 1911 , George Sverdrup Jr, became president. He worked to develop college departments with an appeal to a broader range of students than just those intending to be ministers. Augsburg admitted women in 1922 under the leadership of Gerda Mortensen, dean of women. She spent the next 42 years at the College as a teacher and administrator. The College's mission assumed a double character-ministerial preparation together with a more general education for life in society. In 1937, Augsburg elected Bernhard Christensen, an erudite and scholarly teacher, to be president (1938-1962). His involvement in ecumenical and civic circles made Augsburg a more visible part of church Accreditation for the College Augsburg added departments essential to a liberal arts college, offering a modern college program based on general education requirements and elective majors. With curriculum change came a concerted effort to become accredited. Full accreditation was achieved in 1954. A study in 1962 defined the College's mission as serving the good of society first and the interests of the Lutheran Free Church second. The seminary moved to Luther Theological Seminary (now Luther Seminary) in St. Paul in 1963 when the Lutheran Free Church merged with the American Lutheran Church. Subsequently, the American Lutheran Church merged with two other Lutheran bodies in 1988 to form the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Students at Augsburg College benefit from the Lutheran tradition of service to your neighbor and faith in the city. A College in the City Paul C. Pribbenow became the 10th president of Augsburg College in July 2006. Under his leadership, the College aims to educate students of all ages-in the midst of a great city-to be faithful citizens, in service to the world. AUGSBURG TODAY Augsburg continues to reflect the commitment and dedication of the 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; 1 • 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. Augsburg is a college of the liberal and professional arts and sciences, with its main campus set in the heart of a great metropolitan center. There are now over 20,000 Augsburg alumni. In a world that has changed much since those first days of the College, Augsburg still sends out graduates who make a difference where they live and work. In addition to undergraduate liberal arts and sciences, Augsburg offers master's degree programs in education, leadership, nursing, business, physician assistant studies, and social work, plus a dual degree MSW/MA or MSW/MDiv with Luther Seminary 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 discipline. 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 College facilities such as Lindell Library, the Kennedy Center, and the Christensen Center, and to participate in College activities such as music and dramatic presentations and athletic events. Graduate Faculty The heart of any educational institution is its faculty, and Augsburg College 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 College. Faculty are involved in social, professional, and a variety of research activities, but these support and are secondary to their 2 teaching. Faculty are actively involved in a dynamic faculty development program that introduces them to best practices in teaching and learning techniques and theories. www.augsburg.edu/rochester or by calling the Adult and Graduate Admissions Office at 612-330-1101, or the Rochester program office at 507-288-2886. Augsburg's small classes encourage its tradition of close involvement between professors and students. Faculty act as academic advisers and participate regularly in campus activities. Augsburg's Rochester campus is located in the facilities of Bethel Lutheran Church (ELCA) just a few blocks south of the heart of a city of approximately 100,000 residents. Situated in the heart of the Midwest, the community has a rich ethnic diversity and superior technological resources. Students at the Rochester campus are students of Augsburg College. As such, our purpose is to "educate for service," by preparing and equipping women and men to make a difference in the world. MINNEAPOLIS AND ROCHESTER LOCATIONS Augsburg's Minneapolis campus surrounds Murphy Square, the first of 170 parks in Minneapolis, the "City of Lakes." The University of Minnesota West Bank campus and one of the city's largest medical complexes-the University of Minnesota Medical Center, Fairview-are adjacent to Augsburg, with the Mississippi River and the Seven Corners theatre district just a few blocks away Downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul, home to a myriad of arts, sports, entertainment, and recreational opportunities, are just minutes west and east via Interstate 94, which forms the southern border of the campus. Convenient bus routes run by the campus and connect with the suburbs. Augsburg is located just blocks away from two Hiawatha Line light rail stations. Augsburg established its branch campus in Rochester, Minnesota, in 1998. Classes in Rochester meet on an evening schedule with occasional Saturdays, making them accessible to working adults. There are three trimesters in each academic year, and students can enter degree programs in the fall, winter, or spring. Several complete degree programs are available through the Rochester campus. In addition, students may work on a variety of other majors through a combination of Rochester-based courses and courses taken in the day or Weekend College program on the Minneapolis campus. Students who enroll in Rochester courses are required to use technology in the learning and communication process through the online course management system. Further information may be obtained at ON THE MINNEAPOLIS CAMPUS Admissions Offices The Adult and Graduate Admissions Office (for Weekend College, Rochester, and Graduate Studies) is located at 624 21st Avenue South. The Physician Assistant Studies Program admissions office is located in Anderson Hall. Augsburg for Adults Office Augsburg for Adults focuses on adultcentered educational programs and assists adult learners in all programs. It evaluates how the program fulfills their needs and identifies the educational services to help them succeed. The Augsburg for Adults office is located in Oren Gateway Center 110. Augsburg Abroad The Augsburg Abroad office, located in Murphy Place, provides advising and administrative services for students interested in an international experience. Resources for study, work, internship, and volunteer opportunities abroad are available. Bookstore The Augsburg College Bookstore, operated by Barnes and Noble, is located in the Oren Gateway Center. Online purchasing, phone purchasing, and delivery services are available through the bookstore. Counseling and Health Promotion The Center for Counseling and Health Promotion (CCHP) offers programs and services that enhance student learning by promoting personal development and well-being. The center is located at 628 21st Avenue South. Christensen Center Christensen Center is the hub of college life. The new first-floor student lounge area offers games, TV, and a place to gather. Also in Christensen Center are Cooper's Coffee Shop, the Commons dining areas , Christensen Center Art Gallery, and offices for student government and student publications . The Office of Undergraduate Admissions for Day College is located on the first floor. Murphy Place Murphy Place is home to three of the four components of the Office of International Programs-Augsburg Abroad, Center for Global Education, and International Student Advising. It is also home to the four support programs for students of color - American Indian Student Services, Pan-Afrikan Center, Pan-Asian Student Services, and Hispanic/Latino Student Services. Foss, Lobeck, Miles Center for Worship, Drama, and Communication The Tjornhom-Nelson Theater, Hoversten Chapel, and the Arnold Atrium are housed in this complex, which provides space for campus ministry, the theatre and communication studies offices, as well as the film program. Foss Center's lower level is home to the Center for Learning and Adaptive Student Services (CLASS). James G. Lindell Family Library This library and information technology center houses all library functions and brings together the computer technology resources of the College. The library is located on the block of campus bordered by 22nd and 21st Avenues, and by Riverside Avenue and Seventh Street. Old Main Home for the Languages and CrossCultural Studies, and Art Departments, Old Main was extensively remodeled in 1980, combining energy efficiency with architectural details from the past. It is included on the National Register of Historic Places. Oren Gateway Center Dedicated in 2007, Oren Gateway Center is positioned on Riverside Avenue to serve as the "gateway" to campus. It houses Alumni Relations, Parent and Family Relations, Institutional Advancement, Augsburg for Adults, the Master of Business Administration program, the Master of Arts in Leadership program, and the Step UP program. The center also includes student residence apartments, the Gage Family Art Gallery, Augsburg Bookstore, Nabo Cafe, classrooms , and thejohnson Conference Center. Science Hall Kennedy Center This three-story addition to Melby Hall features a wrestling training facility, classroom space, locker-room and fitness facilities, as well as hospitality and meeting rooms, classrooms, and office space. Melby Hall This complex provides facilities for the health and physical education program, intercollegiate and intramural athletics, the Hoyt Messerer Fitness Center, and serves as the College's general auditorium. Augsburg is accredited by: • The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools Music Hall Music Hall contains Sateren Auditorium, a 217-seat recital hall, classroom facilities, two rehearsal halls, music libraries, practice studios, and offices for the music faculty. Food Services A variety of food options are available both in the Christensen Center and in Oren Gateway Center. ACCREDITATION, APPROVALS, AND MEMBERSHIPS • National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education • Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) • Council on Social Work Education ( CSWE) (bachelor's and master's degrees) Augsburg's programs are approved by: • American Chemical Society • Minnesota Board of Teaching • National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) • National Association of Schools of Music Augsburg College is an institutional member of: • American Association of Colleges and Universities (AACU) • American Association of Colleges of Teacher Education (AACTE) Classrooms, science laboratories, a medium-sized auditorium, faculty offices, and Finance and Administration offices are found in Science Hall. • American Association of Higher Education (AAHE) Sverdrup Hall • Campus Compact The Enrollment Center, classrooms, and faculty offices are located in Sverdrup Hall. • Council of Independent Colleges Sverdrup-Oftedal Memorial Hall Originally built as a dormitory, Memorial Hall contains the president's office, Human Resources, and other administrative and faculty offices. • Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA) (CIC) • Lutheran Education Council in North America (LECNA) • National American Music Therapy Association, Inc. • National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) 3 • National Society for Experiential Education (NSEE) • 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) See individual graduate program sections for additional accreditation and affiliation citations. Augsburg College is registered as a private institution with the Minnesota Office of Higher Education pursuant to sections 136A.61to136A.71. Credits earned at the institution may not transfer to all other institutions. • Calendar year-Weekend/evening trimesters and weekday semesters, varying by the graduate program • Majors-More than 50 majors in 35 departments and programs with two five-year degrees (BA in accounting with MAL, and BS/MSW in social work). Six master's degree programs. • Off-campus programs-The Office of International Programs offers programs through Augsburg's Center for Global Education and International Partners programs for short- and longer-term study abroad, for both undergraduate and graduate students. • Athletic affiliation-Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC), and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), Division Ill. CLERY ACT INFORMATION AUGSBURG COLLEGE FACTS AND FIGURES • Location-Augsburg College was founded in 1869 in Marshall, Wis. The College moved to Minneapolis in 1872. • Religious affiliation-The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). Although a strong plurality of students are Lutheran, 15 percent are Roman Catholic, and 1 7 percent represent other denominations and religions. • Enrollment (fall 2008)-3,948 students from 40 countries. Graduate student enrollment is 842. • Alumni-Appox. 25,000 alumni from 1870 through August 2008, including over 1,200 graduate program alumni. • Student/Faculty ratio-14 to 1 • Campus-17 major buildings. Major renovations to classrooms in 2007. • Accessibility-Augsburg is one of the most accessible campuses in the region. A skyway/tunnel/elevator system provides inside access to 12 major buildings. • Degrees granted-BA, BS, BM, MA, MBA, MS, MSW • Library-Over 180,000 items, direct access to over 2.5 million through CUC, the Twin Cities private college library consortium. 4 The Clery Act Annual Report for Augsburg College contains statistics on reported crimes on and near Augsburg property and campus, as well as institutional policies concerning campus security and crime. The report is available online at www.augsburg.edu/dps/ security/report.html. For a printed copy, contact Augsburg's Department of Public Safety at 612-330-1717. NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY Augsburg College, as affirmed in its mission, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or disability in its education policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and/or school administered programs, except in those instances where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification. Augsburg College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to its employees and students. Any questions concerning Augsburg's compliance with federal or state regulations implementing equal access and opportunity can be directed to the Office of Human Resources, CB 79, Augsburg College, 2211 Riverside Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55454, or 612-330-1058. Academic Programs and Policies ACADEMIC CALENDARS Most of our graduate programs meet on a trimester calendar. Physician Assistant Studies classes meet on a semester day schedule. The academic calendars for individual programs can be found at www.augsburg.edu/registrar. All academic calendars are subject to change. ACADEMIC POLICIES The College 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 college is a community of learners whose relationship relies on trust. Honesty is necessary to preserve the integrity and credibility of scholarship by the Augsburg College community. Academic dishonesty, therefore, is not tolerated. As a College requirement, student course projects, papers, and examinations may include a statement by the student pledging to abide by the College's academic honesty policies and to uphold the highest standards of academic integrity. (See Augsburg's Academic Honesty Policy in the Student Guide at www.augsburg.edu/studentguide/) Academic Evaluation Evaluation of academic performance in each program will be based on number grades using a 4.0 point scale, where 4.0 achieves highest standards of excellence. See each program for details of field study and special projects. Students must achieve a 3.0 GPA in order to graduate; Physician Assistant students must consult the PA Program Progression Standards Policy. Withdrawn Status W-Grade given when a student withdraws from a course after the deadline without notation on the record Incomplete (I) Grades An incomplete grade (I) may be awarded when the instructor gran ts 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 Office of the Registrar 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. Academic Probation 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 Assistan must consult the PA Program Progression Standards Policy. Attendance Policy Class attendance is expected and should be considered a responsibility, not only to one's self, but to one's classmates and course instructor. 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. Continuation Policy for Thesis or Final Project Students enrolled in a thesis or final project are subject to a continuation fee schedule after the term in which tuition was paid for the project. These continuation fees maintain a student's library, AugNet, and parking privileges while work on the final project is ongoing. During this time of research and writing, students pay either a $10 campus access fee or a $200 continuation fee each term until the project is completed, or until the time limit for project completion is reached. The schedule for when each fee is applied varies among programs. Course credit and contact hours A full credit course (1.0) is equal to four semester credits or six quarter credits. Each full course on the trimester schedule meets for approximately 28 contact hours (MSW trimesters meet for 32 hours, and the PA weekday semester schedule is approximately 45 hours) with the expectation of substantial independent and group study offered through the web-based electronic course management system. 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 College. Dismissal for Academic Performance 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. 5 Dismissal for Non-Professional Behavior Students may be dismissed for violation of standards of behavior defined by their profession, their program, or the College. Dropping Courses or Withdrawing Students who enroll in courses but later decide not to attend must formally drop their courses through the registrar's office prior to the start of classes to avoid being charged for those courses. Students who do not properly drop courses will be responsible for the tuition, regardless of non-attendance. Courses may be dropped or withdrawn online through AugNet Records and Registration or in person at the Enrollment Center during hours of operation. If you need assistance with this, contact your program faculty at least two days in advance of the start of classes. 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. 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 independent study registration form is required and is available at the Enrollment Center. Terms of Non-attendance Students who interrupt their program enrollment for longer than one semester or three trimesters must readmit to the College and program to resume their degree program. 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 adviser 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 6 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 3.0/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 course credits that can be transferred to these program is as follows: Master of Arts in Education (2.0) Master of Arts in Leadership (2.0) the college community in regard to their personal and professional concerns. However, times do occur in which students think they have been mistreated. This procedure is provided in order to ensure that students are aware of the way in which their problems with faculty members can be resolved informally and to provide a more formal conciliation process when needed. Each student must be given adequate opportunity to bring problems to the attention of the faculty with the assurance that each will be given fair treatment. The faculty member must be fully informed of the allegations and given an opportunity to respond to them in a fair and reasonable manner. Master of Arts in Nursing (3.0) Master of Business Administration ( 6.0) Master of Science, Physician Assistant Studies (Contact program coordinator) Master of Social Work (8.0) Augsburg course credits are equivalent to four semester hours or six quarter hours. Therefore, transfer credits that are reported to Augsburg as semester or quarter hours are converted to Augsburg course credits by dividing by four or six respectively Courses and credits that are accepted in transfer are recorded on the student's transcript. Grades and gradepoints from other institutions are not transferred to Augsburg and are not included in the student's cumulative grade point average. STUDENT RIGHTS The College 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 www.augsburg.edu/studentguide. Students have a right to experience education without discrimination. Grievance Procedures Involving Augsburg College Faculty Members and Students Part I-Introduction/Preface Augsburg College is committed to a policy of treating fairly all members of Definition of Grievance A grievance is defined as dissatisfaction occurring when a student believes that any conduct or condition affecting her/him is unjust or inequitable, or creates unnecessary hardship. Such grievances include, but are not limited to a violation, misinterpretation, or inequitable application of an academic rule, regulation, or policy of the College or prejudicial, capricious, or manifestly unjust academic evaluation. College policies and procedures that do not come within the scope of the Grievance Procedures are the sexual harassment policy, the sexual violence policy, the Committee on Financial Petitions, Discipline Process, and Academic Standing. Time Limits Time limits will include only business days (M-F) for the program in which the student was enrolled. (Weekends, and vacation days are not included; summer may not be included depending on the student's program.) Part II-Informal Process It is always the student's responsibility to know these procedures and timelines and to follow them. A. Any time a student feels that she/he has been mistreated by a faculty member, the student should contact the faculty member to discuss the problem and attempt to resolve it. B. If no mutually satisfactory solution can be reached with the faculty member or if, in unusual circumstances, the student prefers not to confer with the faculty member, the student should discuss the problem with the department chairperson of the faculty member and attempt resolution of the problem. C. If the problem cannot be resolved in discussions with the faculty member or department chairperson, or if the faculty member and the department chairperson are the same individual, the student may contact the vice president of academic affairs and dean of the College. D. The student must begin the Informal Grievance process within 15 days of the conduct giving rise to the grievance, by submitting an Informal Grievance Form to the vice president of academic affairs and dean of the College. • The time limit to begin the Informal Grievance process for a grade appeal will be 30 days from the last published finals date for the relevant term. It is the responsibility of the student to maintain a correct and current address on file with the registrar. request for such extension before the end of the time limit. If the vice president of academic affairs and dean of the College thinks the extension is warranted, the Dean will notify all concerned persons in writing. E. If the grievance has been resolved, either by agreement or by expiration of the time limits, a copy of the informal grievance and statements of the resolution will be kept by the vice president of academic affairs and dean of the College for one year. Neither a copy of nor any reference to the grievance will be placed in the personnel file of the respondent. If these informal discussions do not resolve the problem to the satisfaction of the student, a more formal conciliation procedure is available in Part Ill of this document. Note: A student must file a written grievance, per below, within five days after completion of the informal process Part III- Formal Process Preface If a student has a grievance with a faculty member that has not been resolved through the Informal Grievance Process described in Part II of this document, the student may then seek resolution through formal procedures. • The vice president of academic affairs and dean of the College and the student must ensure the informal process is completed in 20 days . (See Part I for definition of time limits.) • In unusual circumstances, the time limit may be extended by the vice president of academic affairs and dean of the College . A grievant or respondent must submit a written In accordance with FERPA, you are notified of the following: Right to inspect and review education records You have the right to review and inspect substantially all of your education records maintained by or at Augsburg College. Your request should be submitted in writing at least one week prior to the date you wish to review your records. 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 as you requested. For a complete copy of the procedures, contact the dean's office, Academic Affairs. 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. FER PA The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 as amended, provides certain rights to students regarding their education records. Augsburg College understands that no information other than "directory information" can be released without the written permission of the student. Students must give permission in writing for educational information to be released to anyone outside of the official personnel (faculty and administration) at Augsburg. For example, this means that faculty or others cannot write letters of support/recommendation or nominate students for awards unless explicit written permission is given by the student to release non-"directory information." It is not sufficient to ask for letters of recommendation. (See One exception which permits disclosure without consent is disclosure to school officials with legitimate education interests. A school official is a person employed by the College in an administrative, supervisory, academic or research, or support staff position (including law enforcement unit personnel and health stafD; person or company with whom the College has contracted (such as an attorney, auditor, or collection agent); a person serving on the Board of Trustees, 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 • If the student could not reasonably be expected to be aware of the conduct when it occurred, the student will have 15 days to file the grievance from the date on which the student could reasonably be expected to be aware of the conduct or condition that is the basis for the grievance . It is the responsibility of the student to establish the reasonableness of such non-awareness. The vice president of academic affairs and dean of the College will determine if this paragraph applies to a grievant. Physician Assistant Studies for details of its program policy) 7 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 College 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 College not to release Directory Information, any future request for such information from persons or organizations outside of Augsburg College 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; • The weight and height of members of athletic teams; • The student's dates of attendance; • The most recent previous educational agency or institution attended by the student; and • The student's photograph. Augsburg College 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 Office of the Registrar 8 must be notified in writing of your intent to withhold your Directory Information. If the notice is not received by the registrar prior to Sept. 15 (or within 10 school days of the start of a subsequent term for a new student), it will be assumed that all Directory Information may be disclosed for the remainder of the current academic year. A new notice for withholding disclosure must be completed each academic year. Right to complain to FERPA Office You have the right to file a complaint with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act Office, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Ave. S.W, Washington, D.C., 20202-4605, 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. GRADUATE ADMISSIONS Admission to Augsburg College All graduate programs require students to have a bachelor's degree from a regionally-accredited four-year institution. All graduate students must submit completed application forms that can be downloaded from each individual program's web page, as listed below. Each graduate program also has additional program requirements, which may include coursework, professional experience, testing, etc. See the program sections for these additional requirements. MA, Education-p. 24 www.augsburg.edu/mae MA, Leadership-p. 33 www.augsburg.edu/mal MA, Nursing,-p. 42 www.augsburg.edu/ma_nursing MBA-p. 49 www.augsburg.edu/mba MS , PA Studies-p. 57 www.augsburg.edu/pa MSW-p. 69 www.augsburg.edu/msw READMISSION TO THE COLLEGE tion 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). A student acquires F-1 status using form 1-20, issued by a DBS-approved school through SEVIS. Status is acquired in one of two ways: 1) if the student is abroad, by entering the United States with the I-20 and an F-1 visa obtained at a U.S . consulate (although citizens of some countries are exempt from the visa requirement); or 2) if the student is already in the United States and not currently in F-1 status, by sending the 1-20 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 DHSapproved school to Augsburg by following the transfer procedures set forth in the F-1 regulations. Simply transferring academically from another school to Augsburg does not transfer a student's F-1 status unless the student and a Designated School Official (DSO) from Augsburg follow these procedures. The last day to receive approval for readmission to the College and register for classes is one business day prior to the start of the term. Pending approval by the graduate program, students who left on probation or who were dismissed from the College must have their readmission application and file reviewed by the program director. (Please consult with individual programs for information regarding readmission process). In addition to fulfilling all general admission requirements for a particular graduate program, prospective F-1 students must also comply with the following: ADMISSION OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS To fulfill this requirement Augsburg graduate programs require international applicants to submit an official score report from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum score of 100 (iBT), 250 (CBT) or 600 (PBT). Augsburg College 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 institu- U.S. institution with a minimum of two years of successful academic work completed in the U.S. (seven or more courses) . B. 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 U.S. bachelor's degree. Course-by-course evaluation-to show your complete course listing with credit values and grades received for each course. • Calculation of grade point averageto demonstrate your cumulative grade point average using the standard U.S. grading system, i.e., A=4.0, B=3.0, C=2.0, D=l.0, F=O.O. • Translation to English (if applicable) The evaluation report must be sent directly to Augsburg's Adult and Graduate Admissions Office. Augsburg accepts foreign credential evaluations only from the following organization: World Education Services, Inc. www.wes.org A. Proof of English Competency C. Proof of Financial Support In order to receive an F-1 visa, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) regulations require international applicants to be sufficiently proficient in English to pursue a full course of study. 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). The TOEFL is waived for applicants who have a four-year degree from a 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 9 Applicants for graduate study must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). To complete and submit the FAFSA electronically, go to www.augsburg.edu/enroll. For further information, contact the Enrollment Center, 612-330-1046, 1-800-458-1721, enroll@augsburg.edu, or www.augsburg.edu/enroll. If a student is selected for verification, additional documents will be needed. Students in this situation will be contacted by the Enrollment Center. FINANCIAL POLICIES Refund Schedule Students who withdraw from Augsburg College may be eligible for a refund of a portion of their charges based on the appropriate refund schedule (except for the minimum charge of $100 to cover administrative costs). Financial aid may also be adjusted for those students who withdraw from the College or drop one or more courses and receive financial assistance. [NOTE: Tuition refunds and financial aid adjustments are not necessarily made on a one-to-one basis. For example, you could receive a 60% tuition refund but have 80% of your financial aid returned. Be sure you understand the financial consequences of making adjustments to your registration.] Students are responsible for canceling courses through the Enrollment Center 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. The refund schedule is effective whether or not a student has attended classes. All refunds of charges will be applied to the student account and all adjustments for aid, loans, fines, deposits, etc. will be made before eligibility for a cash refund of any resulting credit balance is determined . Allow two weeks for a refund. The refund is a percentage of the full tuition charged, not a percentage of any deposit paid toward tuition, e.g. deposits made under the employer reimbursement payment plan. 12 CONTAICTTMiE ENROLLMENT C:ENTE'R For info·rm:atlon on eost~ pa~tne11\ts1 flnamli'al aid, tuition disc·ounts, and rr-e~f.uad:s : 13 Master of Arts in Education Master of Arts in Education We are pleased with your interest in the Master of Arts in Education (MAE) program. Augsburg has a long history in teacher education with alumni of our programs teaching throughout Minnesota and elsewhere. We know that Augsburg College is an excellent choice for you to pursue your teaching dreams and goals-and here's why. OUR PHILOSOPHY. The Education Department program theme-Teacher as developing professional: from classroom decision-maker to educational leader-suggests the expectations we have that our students will leave our programs prepared to exercise leadership in the classroom and, eventually, the institution. Our department mission statement goes beyond leadership to also lay out our expectations for fostering "student learning and well-being by being knowledgeable in content, being competent in pedagogy, being ethical in practice, building relationships, embracing diversity, reflecting critically, and collaborating effectively." Our urban setting provides yet another dimension to our programs through course content, field experiences, and classroom instructors. Our goal is that students leave our programs prepared to be knowledgeable, collaborative, capable beginning teachers who imbue their practice with ethics, tolerance, and compassion. 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 and weekends to allow you to manage these responsibilities while pursuing your goals. 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. Vicki Olson, PhD Director, Master of Arts in Education PROGRAMS ELEMENTARY EDUCATION The Education Department offers initial licenses as well as endorsements for already-licensed teachers that also lead to a master's degree. The range of licenses available is described below. The K-6 elementary with a middle school specialty license allows you to teach in grades K-6 and in your specialty area of math, science, social studies, or language arts in middle school. As an alternative to the middle school specialty, MAE elementary licensure students can pursue a prekindergarten specialty. Licensure requirements are offered at both the undergraduate and graduate level. That means classes will include both undergraduate and graduate students, with graduate students having additional course responsibilities. Graduate courses are taken at the 500 level. Elementary education specialty areas in math, communication arts, and social studies are available through weekend and weekday evening courses. The science specialty area is available through a combination of weekday, weekday evening, and weekend courses. Secondary education licensure is available through weekend and weekday evening courses in social studies, communication arts/literature, and K-12 visual arts. Licenses in other majors, including biology, chemistry, health education, mathematics, music education, physical education, and physics can be completed through a combination of weekend, weekday evening, and weekday courses. All of the following courses must be taken for licensure, and four to six of them may be taken at the graduate (500) level and applied toward the master's degree in education. EDC 200/522 Orientation to Education (1.0)* EDC 206/566 Diversity/Minnesota American Indians (1.0) EDC 310/533 Learning and Development (1.0)* Teachers who are already licensed can work towards the MAE degree through the following four licensure options: EDC 410/544 Learners with Special Needs (1.0)* Pre-K specialty area endorsement EED 320/520 K-6 Methods: Reading (1.0)* EDC 490/580 School and Society (1.0) K-12 special education: emotional and behavioral disabilities K-12 special education: learning disabilities K-12 reading endorsement Education Department Mission To complete the license, you will also need to complete the following requirements at the undergraduate level: HPE 115 Chemical Dependency (.5) EDC 220 Educational Technology (.5) The Augsburg College Education Department commits itself to developing future educational leaders who foster student learning and well-being by becoming knowledgeable in content, competent in pedagogy, and ethical in practice, and by building relationships, embracing diversity, reflecting critically, and collaborating effectively. EED 311 K-6 Methods: Health (.25) Master of Arts in Education Conceptual Framework EED 350 K-6 Methods: Math (1.0) * Teacher leadership is the theme that threads through our graduate licensure and degree completion programs. The Augsburg Education Department believes that teachers are leaders in their classrooms and should be leaders in their institutions and communities. EED 360 K-6 Methods: Science (l.O)* The leadership focus plays out in three ways. First, the additional work required in the graduate versions of the combined undergraduate/graduate courses focuses on providing graduate students the chance to exercise leadership as well as extend their knowledge beyond the basic requirements. Second, in the degree completion component, students are required to include at least two graduate-level courses from our Master of Arts in Leadership (MAL) program. This provides students the chance to study aspects of leadership as part of their degree program. Third, the final project-be it an action research or a leadership application project-gives students the opportunity to define an issue of concern and, supported by research, take on a leadership role in addressing it. EED 312 K-6 Methods: Physical Education (.25) EED 330 K-6 Methods: Children's Lit/Language Arts (1.0) EED 341 K-6 Methods: Visual Arts (.25) EED 342 K-6 Methods: Music (.25) EED 370 K-6 Methods: Social Studies (.5) EED 380 Kindergarten Methods (.5)* EED 481,483 Student Teaching (2.0) *Field experience hours are required in these courses. A minimum of 100 hours in the classroom and educationrelated settings is required prior to student teaching. Students spend approximately 20 hours per term in field experiences. These experiences occur in K-8 classrooms during the weekday. 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. Minnesota licensure standards in a specialty area for middle school: subject area specialties are offered in communication arts/literature, social studies, math, and science. The pre-K specialty is also available. Specific requirements are on file in the Education Department. Previous coursework can be accepted into the licensure program if i.t 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 seven years are judged on a case-by-case basis. Graduate coursework accepted into the licensure program is not automatically accepted into the MAE degree. EOC 490/580 School and Society 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. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department) EED 311 K-6 Methods: Health (.25 course) Examination and preparation of materials and resources for health at the kindergarten and elementary levels. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department) EEO 312 K~6 Methods: Physical Education (.25 course) Examination and preparation of materials and resources for physical education at the kindergarten and elementary levels. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department) Elementary Licensure Course Descriptions HPF 115 Chemical Dependency Education (.5 course) An analysis of chemical use and abuse and what can be done for the abuser. Includes information about school health education and services. EDC 200/522 Orientation to Education in an Urban Setting Career exploration and overview of the teaching profession. Emphasis on historical and philosophical foundations of the American school system. Urban fieldwork experience. (Undergraduate prereq.: ENL 111, sophomore standing) EDC 206/566 Diversity/Minnesota American Indians 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. EDC 220 Educational Technology (.5 course) Psychological and philosophical dimensions of communication through the use of instructional technology. Selection, preparation, production, and evaluation of effective audio and/or visual technology for teaching/learning situations. EOC 310/533 Learning and Development in an Educational Setting A survey of educational psychology topics as applied to teaching and learning. Special emphasis is placed on classroom applications. Fieldwork experience. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department) EDC 410/544 Learners with Special Needs 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. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department or special permission of instructor) EED 320/520 K-6 Methods: Reading The study and use of a variety of teaching techniques and resources in reading, including the diagnosis and correction of reading difficulties. Fieldwork experience. (Prereq.: PPST and admissions to department) EEO 330 K-6 Methods: Language Arts/Children's Literature Examination and preparation of materials and resources for children's literature and language arts at the kindergarten and elementary levels. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department) EED 331 Middle School Methods: Communication Arts/Literature - Writing (.5 course) Introduction to the teaching of writing at the middle school level. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department) EED 341 K-6 Methods: Visual Arts (.25 course) Examination and preparation of materials and resources for visual arts at the kindergarten and elementary levels. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department) EED 34 2 K-6 Methods: Music (.25 course) Examination and preparation of materials and resources for music at the kindergarten and elementary levels. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department) EED 350 K-6 Methods: Mathematics Examination and preparation of materials and resources for mathematics at the kindergarten and elementary levels. Fieldwork experience. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department) EED 360 K-6 Methods: Science Examination and preparation of materials and resources for science at the kindergarten and elementary levels. Fieldwork experience. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department) EED 370 K-6 Methods: Social Studies/Thematic Studies (.5 course) Examination and preparation of materials and resources for social studies and thematic teaching at the kindergarten and elementary levels. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department) EED 380 Kindergarten Methods (.5 course) Study and use of a variety of techniques and resources for teaching kindergarten. Fieldwork experience. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department) EED 481, 483, 485 Student Teaching Two to three courses of full-time, supervised classroom experience. Required for licensure. Occurs upon satisfactory completion of licensure and/or degree program and program portfolio. Preprimary Specialty for Elementary Licensure ECE 345/545 Foundations of Preprimary Education Students gain an understanding of philosophical, theoretical, historical, pedagogical, societal, and institutional foundations of preprimary education. Attention is given to the efforts of modern programs to adapt instruction to developmental levels and experience backgrounds of young children and to work in partnership with parents and social service agencies. Field experience (20 hours) is a critical part of this course. (Prereq.: PSY 105, 250,or their equivalents) SECONDARY EDUCATION K-12 and 5-12 licensures in several content areas are offered weekends and weekday evenings through a combination of graduate and undergraduate coursework. Additional content areas are available through the weekday program. K-12 licenses allow you to teach your content area across elementary, middle school, and high school. Licenses for grades 512 allow you to teach at the middle and high school levels. Graduate-level licensure coursework (500 and above) is available to people who already hold a bachelor's degree and meet MAE admissions criteria. Licensure Requirements The following requirements are offered at both the undergraduate and graduate level. All courses must be taken for licensure; four to six also may be taken at the graduate level and applied toward the master's degree in education. EDC 200/522 Orientation to Education (1.0)* EDC 206/566 Diversity I Minnesota American Indians (1.0) EDC 310/533 Learning and Development (1.0)* EDC 410/544 Learners with Special Needs (1.0)* EDC 490/580 School and Society (1.0) ECE 346/546 Learning Environments for Preprimary Aged Children Students gain an understanding of how to recognize and construct, developmentally appropriate pedagogy and practice. Attention is given to the synthesis between course readings and experience and students experience working with current teachers in site based field experience. Field experience (20 hours) is a critical part of this course. (Prereq.: PSY 105, 250, or their equivalents; ECE 345/545) ECE 347154 7 Immersion and Teaching Competence Students gain an understanding of how to deliver developmentally appropriate instruction and assess learning appropriately for preprimary children. Students gain experience taking the perspective of families and communicating with them. A reflective practitioner's skills are developed through self-evaluation of curriculum planning. Field experience (20 hours) is a critical part of this course. (Prereq.: admission to department; PSY 105, 250 or their equivalents; ECE 345, 346) ECE 488 Student Teaching in a Pre-Kindergarten Classroom PSY 250 Child Development (Prereq.: PSY 105 or equivalent) SOC 231 Family Systems OR SPE 490/540 Parent and Professional Planning (Graduate students using the Preprimary endorsement must take SPE 540.) ESE 300/500 Reading and Writing in Content Area (1.0) To complete the license, students also will need to complete the following requirements at the undergraduate level: HPE 115 Chemical Dependency (.5) EDC 220 Educational Technology (.5) ESE 325 Creating Learning Environments (1.0)* ESE 3XX K-12 or 5-12 Special Methods (1.0 -2.0)* ESE 481, 483, 485 Student Teaching (2.0-3.0) *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 a content area is required for K12 and 5-12 licensure. Students who have majored in a field in which we offer licensure must have their previous coursework evaluated by the major department at Augsburg. Additional content area coursework tied to licensure standards is generally required, even with a completed academic major. The following majors are offered almost entirely on weekends and weekday evenings: communication arts/literature, history or economics or psychology or sociology (all for social studies), art. 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. The following majors are offered primarily or entirely through the weekday program: biology, chemistry; physics, health, physical education, music, and mathematics. Students seek- ing licensure in any of these areas will likely need to take additional content courses in the weekday schedule. 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. 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 seven years is judged on a case-by-case basis. Education Department policy requires that a minimum of two content area courses be taken at Augsburg. 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. Secondary Licensure Course Descriptions HPF 115 Chemical Dependency Education (.5 course) See course description on page 17. EDC 200/522 Orientation to Education in an Urban Setting Career exploration and overview of the teaching profession. Emphasis on historical and philosophical foundations of the American school system. Urban fieldwork experience. (Undergraduate prereq.: ENL 111, sophomore standing) EDC 206/566 Diversity/Minnesota American Indians 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 Minnesota Standard of Effective Practice 3.G: Understand the cultural content, worldview, and concepts that comprise Minnesotabased American Indian tribal government, history, language, and culture. EDC 220 Educational Technology (.5 course) Psychological and philosophical dimensions of communication through the use of instructional technology. Selection, preparation, production, and evaluation of effective audio and/or visual technology for teaching/learning situations. EDC 310/533 Learning and Development in an Educational Setting A survey of educational psychology topics as applied to teaching and learning. Special emphasis is placed on classroom applications. Fieldwork experience. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department) EDC 410/544 Learners with Special Needs 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. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department or special permission of instructor) EDC 480/580 School and Society 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. Fieldwork experience. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department) ESE 300/500 Reading/Writing in the Content Areas The study and use of a variety of middle school and secondary techniques and resources to teach reading and writing through the content areas. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department. Note: Students seeking 5-12 Communication Arts/Literature licensure do not take this course). ESE 325 Creating Learning Environments An introduction to assessment, lesson planning, and classroom organization based in the Minnesota Graduation Rule, state testing, and national standards. Emphasis on creating environments conducive to learning. Fieldwork experience. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department. Note: Students seeking 5-12 Health and K-12 PE licenses do not take this course). ESE 310 K-12 Methods: Social Studies Introduction to the teaching of the social sciences in middle and high schools. Emphasis on instructional strategies and curriculum development. Middle school portion required for elementary concentration in social studies taught concurrently as ESE 311 Middle School Methods: Social Studies (.5 course). Fieldwork experience. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department) ESE 330 K-12 Methods: Mathematics Introduction to the teaching of mathematics in middle and high schools. Emphasis on instructional strategies and curriculum development. Middle school portion required for elementary concentration in mathematics taught concurrently as ESE 331 Middle School Methods: Mathematics (.5 course). Fieldwork experience. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department) ESE 340 K-12 Methods: Science Introduction to the teaching of the natural sciences in middle and high schools. Emphasis on instructional strategies and curriculum development. Middle school portion required for elementary concentration in science taught concurrently as ESE 341 Middle School Methods: Science (.5 course). Fieldwork experience. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department) ESE 350 K-12 Methods: Literature and Reading Introduction to the teaching of literature and reading in the middle and high schools. Emphasis on instructional strategies and curriculum development. Required for elementary concentration in communication arts/literature and for communication arts/literature license. Fieldwork experience. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department.) ESE 351 K-12 Methods: Speaking and Listening (.5 course) 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. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department) Licensure Requirements Emotional/Behavioral Disabilities Core The following requirements are offered at both the undergraduate and graduate level. All courses must be taken for licensure, and up to six also may be taken at the graduate level and applied toward the master's degree in education. EDC 200/522 Orientation to Education (LO)* ESE 352 K-12 Methods: Media Literacy (.5 course) Introduction to the teaching of media literacy in middle school and high school. Emphasis on instructional strategies and curriculum development. Required for communication arts/literature license. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department) EDC 206/566 Diversity/Minnesota American Indians (1.0) EDC 310/533 Learning and Development (1.0)* EDC 410/544 Learners with Special Needs (1.0)* EED 320/520 K-6 Methods: Reading (1.0)* SPE 315 Special Education Critical Issues Seminar (.5) ESE 360 K-12 Methods: Visual Arts Introduction to the teaching of visual arts in the schools. Emphasis on instructional strategies and curriculum development. Fieldwork experience. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department) ESE 370 K-12 Methods: Music Introduction to the teaching of music in the schools. Emphasis on instructional strategies and curriculum development. Fieldwork experience. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department) ESE 481, 483, 485 Student Teaching Two to three courses of full-time, supervised student teaching required for licensure. Secondary licenses require two courses. K-12 licenses require two to three courses. Student teaching occurs upon satisfactory completion of licensure program and program portfolio. SPECIAL EDUCATION The MAE program with licensure in special education is based on an innovative internship model that allows coursework and experience to occur simultaneously. In addition to student teaching, students must complete two 40-hour field placements where they will gain experience working with students from age groups different from their internship site. There are two licensure options in the K-12 Special Education program: emotional/behavioral disabilities (EBD), and learning disabilities (LD). Both programs qualify you to teach in special education programs and positions; many students get licensure in both. SPE 400/500 Teaching Students with Emotional/Behavioral Disabilities (LO)** SPE 410/510 Implementing Assessment Strategies (1.0)** SPE 420/520 Planning, Design, and Delivery (1.0) ** SPE 430/530 Instructional and Behavioral Practices (1.0)** SPE 490/540 Parent and Professional Planning (l.O) ** Learning Disabilities Core Students wishing to earn learning disabilities licensure in addition to emotional/behavioral licensure will take the above courses in the emotional/behavioral core and two additional specialty courses: SPE 424/524 Etiology and Origins of Learning Disabilities (1.0)** SPE 434/534 Teaching Content Areas to Students with Learning Disabilities (1.0)** A student wishing to earn only a learning disabilities license would take all of the above courses with the exception of SPE 430/530 Instructional and Behavioral Practices. To complete either license students will also need to complete certain requirements at the undergraduate level: EDC 220 Education Technology (.5) HPE 115 Chemical Dependency (.5) EED 330 Children's Lit./Language Arts and Also available is the Naadamaadiwin Tribal Special Education Cohort-This graduate hcensure program in Special Education: EBD/LD is designed and taught from an American Indian perspective. It is being offered in collaboration with the University of Minnesota-Duluth as a hybrid (partly face-to-face; partly online) cohort program. The licensure courses can be applied towards the MAE degree . See the Education Department and www.augsburg!edu/ mae/academics/ais_focus.html for more information. EED 350 K-6 Methods: Math* EED 360 K-6 Methods: Science* (see course descriptions under Elementary Education). *Ten to 20 hours of field experience required as part of this course. Students currently working in schools can often use their school employment for their field experience. **These courses are taken during the internship year. A significant amount of contact with students labeled EBD or LD is required. The ideal situation for the internship year is to be working in a K-12 setting with these students. Students not currently employed in schools must be available for extensive volunteer field placements during the internship year. (Minimum 10 hours/week). EED 320/520 K-6 Methods: Reading The study and use of a variety of teaching techniques and resources in reading, including the diagnosis and correction of reading difficulties. Fieldwork experience. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department) Eligibility: To be eligible to apply to the special education program at the graduate level, students must have a degree and be currently employed in a K-12 setting as a paraprofessional or licensed teacher, and/or have experience working with students who are labeled with emotional, behavioral, or learning disabilities, as well as considerable time available for volunteer field placements. EED 330 K-6 Methods: Language Arts/Children's Literature See course description on page 17. This program is built on an inclusive education model. Under this model, students learn how to work closely with both special and regular educators to facilitate inclusion of special education students into the regular education classroom. Special Education Licensure Course Descriptions HPF 115 Chemical Dependency Education (.5 course) See course description on page 17. EDC 200/522 Orientation to Education in an Urban Setting Career exploration and overview of the teaching profession. Emphasis on historical and philosophical foundations of the American school system. Urban fieldwork experience. (Undergraduate prereq.: ENL 111, sophomore standing) EDC 206/566 Diversity/Minnesota American Indians 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 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. EDC 220 Educational Technology (.5 course) See course description on page 17. EDC 310/533 Learning and Development in an Educational Setting A survey of educational psychology topics as applied to teaching and learning. Special emphasis is placed on classroom applications. Fieldwork experience. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department) EDC 410/544 Learners with Special Needs 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. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to department or special permission of instructor) EED 350 K-6 Methods: Mathematics See course description on page 17. EED 360 K-6 Methods: Science See course description on page 17. SPE 315 Critical Issues: Special Education Seminar (.5 course) This course is designed to support students seeking special education licensure throughout their internship year. Issues related to special education and their specific settings are the focus of the course. The department portfolio is completed as a part of this course. SPE 400/500 Teaching Students with Emotional/ Behavioral Disabilities This course presents an overview of learners with emotional and behavioral disabilities and learning disabilities. It addresses the historical and philosophical aspects of the EBD category, examines origins of student behavior and student learning styles, and addresses theoretical perspectives and conceptual models as they relate to this category of disability (Prereq: PPST and admission to the department) SPE 410/510 Implementing Assessment Strategies This course examines the assessment process from the prereferral to the recommendation stage. Students gain understanding of key assessment tools and how they influence student placement and programming. A qualitative and person-centered assessment process is emphasized. (Prereq: PPST and admission to the epartment) SPE 420/520 Planning, Desigu, and Delivery This course provides students with skills to write and implement individual program plans and to create effective learning environments for students labeled EBD. Particular attention is paid to inclusion models, diversity of student need, and forming partnerships with key school personnel. (Prereq: PPST and admission to the department) SPE 424/524 Etiology and Origins of Learning Disabilities This course will focus on the history and context of learning disabilities, which includes the medical and sociological aspects specific to learning disabilities. It will also teach students how to access information relevant to the field. (Prereq: PPST and admission to the department). SPE 4 30/530 Instructional and Behavioral Practices This course examines behavioral support options used with students who are labeled EBD. It emphasizes the use of reflective, proactive, and non-aversive approaches drawn from current best practices and including positive behavioral supports, person centered planning and functional assessment. (Prereq: PPST and admission to the department) ESE 300/500 Reading/Writing in the Content Areas* The study and use of a variety of middle school and secondary techniques and resources to teach reading and writing through the content areas. Should be taken at the graduate level for the reading endorsement. Field experience required for K-12 reading endorsement. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to the department) SPE 4 34/534 Teaching Content Areas to Students with Learning Disabilities This course will teach students how to identify, adapt, and implement developmentally appropriate instruction and strategies that support the learning of students identified as having learning disabilities. The specific focus will be on the areas of reading, writing, and listening comprehension; and math, reasoning, and problem solving skills. (Prereq: PPST and admission to the department). EDC 505 Literature in the Classroom (.5 course) The study and use of literature in the K-12 classroom. SPE 490/540 Parent and Professional Planning This course examines the role of families of students with special needs, specifically those families of students labeled EBD. A family systems perspective is introduced and applied. The need to form strong connections with community agencies is emphasized. (Prereq: ENG 111, PPST and admission to department). EDC 510 Clinical and Reading Program Leadership The study of effective leadership and professional development strategies for individual schools and school districts, reading standards, state and federal reading legislation, and fiscal and budgetary operations. The focused implementation of knowledge and skills gained in reading licensure coursework. Field experience required. (Taken concurrently with EDC 508) EDC 508 K-12 Reading Assessment and Evaluation The study of student reading development, the knowledge and use of gathering and analyzing data of students' reading, and designing and applying appropriate reading curriculum based on this information. Field experience required. (Taken concurrently with EDC 510) SPE 481, 483, 485, 487 Student Teaching (1.0-2.0) READING ENDORSEMENT PROGRAM Augsburg College offers a K-12 Reading Endorsement program. This endorsement has been established to provide teachers with existing teaching licenses an opportunity to expand their knowledge and practices in the area of reading instruction. Candidates for this license will complete 4.5 credits of coursework that have been designed to meet the requirements established for this license by the Minnesota Board of Teaching. Students may use these courses to fulfill requirements for the Master of Arts in Education degree. These courses include: EED 520 K-6 Methods: Reading (1.0)* ESE 500 Reading/Writing in the Content Areas (1.0)* *The courses EED 320/520 and ESE 300/500 are offered to both undergraduate and graduate students: EED 320/520 is part of the elementary and special education initial licensure programs; ESE 300/500 is part of the secondary initial licensure program. The rigor of the courses is increased at the graduate level. Reading license candidates who have already received their initial teaching license and who are graduates of Augsburg College within the past seven years will not be required to retake the entire version of EED 320/520 or ESE 300/500. However, they will be expected to complete the requirements for the graduate portion of the course they have already taken within the context of a half-credit independent study. If the graduate course was taken as a part of initial licensure (EED 520 or ESE 500) students do not need to repeat the course; however, if ESE 500 was taken without a field experience, 20 hours in a high school or middle school reading setting must be completed. EDC 505 K-12 Literature in the Classroom (.5) EDC 508 K-12 Reading Assessment and Evaluation (1.0)* EDC 510 Clinical and Reading Program Leadership (1.0)* Reading license candidates who already have received their initial K-8 teaching licensure and who are graduates of Augsburg College, but not within the past seven years, will be required to take EED 520 or ESE 500 at the graduate level. *Field experience required Reading Endorsement Course Descriptions EED 320/520 K-6 Methods: Reading* The study and use of a variety of teaching techniques and resources in reading, including the diagnosis and correction of reading difficulties. Should be taken at the graduate level for the reading endorsement. (Prereq.: PPST and admission to the department) Reading license candidates who have already received their initial teaching licensure and who are not graduates of Augsburg College will be expected to take EED 520 and ESE 500. STUDENT TEACHING Education students are required to complete student teaching in their content area. In the MAE program, student teaching is generally completed before finishing the degree. Students can apply for licensure at this point. Student teaching for elementary and secondary 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 two to three credits of student teaching and meet at Augsburg College for a student teaching seminar 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 do half of the student teaching experience in the metro area and the remaining portion in another country. Opportunities to teach abroad are available around the world, and it is a wonderful opportunity to build a global perspective in education. Additional information is available through the Education Department. Student teaching for special education is completed as part of the internship year if students are working in a licensure appropriate setting. If not, student teaching is carried out after completing the special education coursework. A supervised practicum for the reading endorsement is completed as part of EDC 510 Clinical and Reading Program Leadership. No further student teaching is required for this endorsement. GRADUATE DEGREE COMPLETION Students take graduate coursework as part of the licensure program. This coursework forms the Master of Arts in Education core, with between four to six Augsburg graduatelevel licensure courses fulfilling master's requirements. To earn a master's degree beyond the core of education classes, students will need to successfully complete a minimum of three additional graduate-level courses: • a research methods course, typically ML 514 • an elective course chosen from leadership-focused courses in the Master of Arts in Leadership (MAL) program The goal for the graduate degree completion component is to foster the development of teachers as leaders within the institution and community as in line with our program theme and department mission statement. Graduate Degree Completion Course Descriptions Research Methods Course All students seeking the Master of Arts in Education degree must complete a graduate-level research requirement. ML 514 Research Methods Evaluation and documentation of programs, projects, and ideas as they relate to leadership theories and practice. Qualitative and quantitative tools will be discussed. MAE Final Project Options Students have two options for fulfilling their Master of Arts in Education final project: a leadership application project (LAP) or action research. This project serves as the capstone of the master's program. EDC 585 Leadership Application Project The leadership application project (LAP) is a research-based study 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 and the materials involved, 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. EDC 586 Action Research in Education (.5 course) This course will introduce students to 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. This is the first of a two-trimester course. • a research- or leadership-based final project Students bringing fewer than six graduate-level licensure courses into the degree program must complete additional leadership or education graduate courses to reach the total of nine required courses. A minimum of four graduate-level licensure courses are required for the MAE degree. The research methods course will help prepare students to evaluate and document research for use in their final project or paper. This course examines both qualitative and quantitative research methods. The leadership elective courses allow students to examine issues of leadership at a personal or ins ti tu tional level. Students have two options for fulfilling their Master of Arts in Education final project, which serves as the capstone of the master's program: a leadership application project (LAP) or action research course sequence and project. EDC 587 Action Research (.5 course) 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 trimester will culminate with a symposium in which student work will be presented in a public forum. 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. ML 510 Visions of Leadership: A Historical and Literary Journey ML 511 Creativity and the Problem-Solving Process ML 520 Self-Identity, Values, and Personal Growth ML 530 Ethics in Communication ML 531 The Dynamics of Change ML 545 Decision Making and Leadership Credit Evaluation: An official transfer credit evaluation of your previous academic work will be completed as part of the admissions process. ML 550 Communication, Decision Making, and Technology ML 560 Developing a Multicultural Perspective Advising and Registration: You are able to participate in ML 565 Women and Leadership academic advising and the registration process after you have been accepted. ML 599 Special Topics (as appropriate) ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Students admitted into the MAE program must have completed: • a bachelor's degree from a regionally-accredited four-year institution, and can obtain licensure at the graduate level • 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 2.5-3.0 may be admitted conditionally into the graduate licensure program. They can apply to the MAE full licensure and degree program after achieving 3.0 or better in two (2.0) Augsburg courses. Minimum Grade Policy and Academic Probation Students who fail to maintain a cumulative 3.0 GPA in a given term in graduate course work are notified that they are on academic probation and have one term to raise their GPA to the required level. Failure to do so could mean dismissal from the program. Students who receive below a 2.0 in any course required for licensure-undergraduate or graduate-are notified that they are on academic probation and must repeat that course as soon as possible and raise it to the appropriate level. Failure to do so could mean dismissal from the program. Students who receive a 2.0 in a graduate course may use that course for licensure purposes, but it will not be counted towards degree completion. Application Checklist The following items must be sent to the Augsburg Adult and Graduate Admissions Office: • 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, and vocational/technical schools) sent directly to the admissions office. Applying to the Education Department: Once accepted to the College, students may take designated courses in education and content areas. Students initially admitted at the graduate level may register for courses at the graduate level. Prior to taking EDC 310/533 and above, 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. MAE IN ROCHESTER In step with Augsburg College's excellent reputation in the field of education, the licensure portion of the Master of Arts in Education program is now offered in Rochester*. Licenses are available in elementary education and special education: EBD and LD. Classes primarily meet weekday evenings at Bethel Lutheran Church in Rochester. *Some licensure and content classes will be held in Minneapolis for students taking the Elementary Education licensure. Elementary education: The K-8 elementary with a middle school specialty license allows you to teach in grades K-8 and in your specialty area of math, science, social studies, or language arts in middle school. Augsburg College offers this license to people who already hold a bachelor's degree and meet admissions requirements. Special education: Emotional Behavioral Disorder/Learning Disability: This program is designed for those currently working with or planning to work with EBD and LD students. The program leads to Minnesota teaching licensure in special education with a specialty in emotional/behavioral disabilities and/or learning disabilities. All courses for these licenses are available in Rochester. MAE degree completion courses are currently held in Minneapolis. ACCREDITATIONS AND APPROVALS Augsburg is accredited by: Admission as an international student • The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students on page 9. • National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education Augsburg is approved by: Minnesota Board of Teaching Acceptance: You will be notified of the Admission Committee's decision usually within one to two weeks after your application file is complete and has been evaluated by the committee. For additional accreditations, approvals, and membership, seep. 3 MAE FACULTY Elizabeth M. Ankeny , Associate Professor of Education. BA, Augustana College; MAT, Morningside College; PhD, Colorado State University. Jeannie Uhlenkamp , Instructor of Education, BA, University of Minnesota; MSE, University of Wisconsin-River Falls. Diane C. Vodicka, Assistant Professor of Education. BEd, North Park College; MEd, Georgia Southwestern College. Jacquylynn Brickman , Instructor of Education. BA, Augsburg College; MEd, St. Mary's University. Christopher R. Brown, Field Experience Coordinator/ Charter School Liaison, Instructor of Education. BS, Bemidji State University; MEd , University of Sydney, Australia. Joseph A. Erickson , Professor of Education. BA, MA, College of St. Thomas; MA, Luther-Northwestern Theological Seminary; PhD, University of Minnesota. Jeanine Gregoire , Associate Professor of Education. BS, MA, PhD, University of Minnesota. Cheryl Gresczyk, Instructor of Education. BA, University of Minnesota; MA, College of St. Thomas. Gretchen Irvine, Assistant Professor of Education. BS, College of St. Teresa; MS, University of Wisconsin-River Falls; PhD, University of Minnesota. Deborah Katz, Instructor of Education. AB, Stanford University; EdM, Harvard Graduate School of Education; EdD, National-Louis University. Anne Kaufman , Associate Professor of Education. BS, MA, PhD, University of Minnesota. Mary Beth Kelley , Instructor of Education. BS, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire; MEd , Bethel College. Gregory Krueger, Instructor of Education. BA, Southwest Minnesota State University; MA, Hamline University. Lynn Lindow, Associate Professor of Education. BS, Mankato State University; MS, North Dakota State University; PhD, University of Minnesota. Susan O'Connor, Associate Professor of Education. BS, University of Minnesota; MS, PhD , Syracuse University. Vicki L. Olson, Professor of Education and Director of the MAE Program. BS, MA, PhD, University of Minnesota. Donna Patterson , Assistant Professor of Education. BA, MEd, University of Minnesota. Christina Peper, Instructor of Education. BA, University of Minnesota; MEd, Southeastern Louisiana University. Ronald Petrich , Assistant Professor of Education. BA, Augsburg College; MS, University of Minnesota. Alyssa Snyder, Instructor of Education. BA, Augsburg College; MA, University of St. Thomas. Dana L. Wagner, Assistant Professor of Education. BA, St. Olaf College; MEd, PhD, University of Minnesota. Barbara West , Instructor of Education, Faculty Coordinator of Teacher Placement/Licensing. BS, St. Cloud State University; MS, Syracuse University Master of Arts in Leadership Master of-Arts in 'Leadership Welcome to the Master of Arts in Leadership (MAL), a program that has been a vital part of Augsburg College since being founded in 1987. The MAL program offers students an excellent opportunity to explore leadership within the context of the liberal arts. The program design broadens the skills and mindset you need to improve your leadership capabilities in your current and future positions, as well as in your life. The MAL program is taught by senior Augsburg faculty from a variety of disciplines. The faculty are committed to an interdisciplinary approach to leadership studies. Our students represent a wide array of occupations including business, health care, and the nonprofit sector. This diverse learning community provides a rich environment for you to explore leadership beyond your own realm of expertise. Our program will help you develop skills you need to be an effective leader in an ever-changing world. I am frequently told by students that the program has changed their lives, has sharpened their understanding of themselves and others, and has opened doors that would otherwise have remained closed. To learn more about the program, go to www.augsburg.edu/mal. I would be happy to help you determine how Augsburg's Master of Arts in Leadership program may benefit you. Contact me via e-mail at noonan@augsburg.edu or by telephone at 612-330-1198. I look forward to seeing you on campus soon! Norma C. Noonan, PhD Director, Master of Arts in Leadership Mission Statement The primary purpose of the Master of Arts in Leadership program is to develop leaders for organizations, the community, and society Most organizations seek leaders who possess the following qualities: an ethically and morally responsible vision, an understanding of how change occurs and how it can be managed, 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, and the ability to inspire and motivate people to work toward a common goal. Introduction The Master of Arts in Leadership is based on a liberal arts approach to leadership studies. This cross-disciplinary program directs its academic content and pedagogical approaches to situations, issues, and problems relevant to organizational leaders. Augsburg's program recognizes that today's leaders need a broad spectrum of abilities to provide them with a more comprehensive understanding of their world. Designed for working adults, the program offers courses primarily on alternate Saturdays. The Master of Arts in Leadership (MAL) is the core program of Augsburg's Center for Leadership Studies (CLS). The MAL program, launched in 1987, responds to the leadership development needs of both for-profit and not-for-profit organizations. While different in structure and purpose, most organizations seek leaders with the following qualities: a vision that is ethically and morally responsible, extending beyond immediate concerns; an understanding of how change occurs and affects the immediate environment; a sensitivity to the complex problems organizations face and an ability to achieve solutions consistent with an organization's mission; the ability to motivate and inspire individuals and groups to work toward a common goal; and the ability to effectively represent the organization both internally and externally. The MAL program provides a means by which individuals may discover and refine these and other abilities fundamental to effective leadership. Leadership studies is a growing field in American higher education, and the MAL program has significantly developed and modified its curriculum in response to new trends in the field. The program has a deep theoretical base in leadership studies yet attempts also to offer its students practical approaches to leadership that can be applied in the workplace and society. incorporate some online work into their agenda. MAL students may take up to seven courses during the calendar year. It is possible to complete the degree within two years if a student takes two courses each trimester. Community of Learners Essential to the goals of the MAL program is participation in a community of learners gathered on the Augsburg campus. This community is enriched by the students, who have a variety of work and life experiences. To facilitate community interaction, students are encouraged to make use of the Augsburg library, computer labs, and Christensen Center. The Center for Leadership Studies also offers special colloquia and seminars each year to supplement and complement the coursework of the master's program. A sample class schedule in the MAL program Period I Period II Saturday Saturday 8 a.m. to noon 1 to 5 p.m. Note: Each class taken commits a student to either Period I or Period II, an average of two meetings a month. An occasional course is taught on an immersion model which features fewer but longer sessions. A few courses are held on Sunday afternoons, from 1 to 5 p.m. Augsburg College has a summer session. The MAL program usually offers at least two classes during the summer. The courses are five weeks in duration, meeting normally two nights a week, except for special immersion courses. LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT MODEL Leadership Development Model-Augsburg College 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, and 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, that 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. CURRICULUM DESIGN 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 Most courses are organized as seminars with the opportunity for discussion and dialogue. During the academic year, classes meet on alternate Saturdays for four hours. A few courses are taught by the immersion model, which has fewer sessions but longer meeting times. Most courses Each MAL course normally includes two or more liberal arts disciplines, encourages pursuit of the designated outcomes, and uses a variety of learning techniques appropriate to adult learners. Instructional techniques include case studies, discussion, 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. LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT MODEL Leadership Orientation Toward Action Sense of Vision Ethical • Social awareness • Environmental awareness • Tolerance of religious and philosophical differences • Appreciation of situational complexity Creative • Innovativeness Facility for Persuasion Communicative • • • • • • Risk Assumptive • Curiosity • Achievement motivation • Self-esteem Final project options There are three ways to complete the MAL degree. In the Thesis/Leadership Application Project (Thesis/LAP) Option (Plan A), students complete a thesis or a major leadership application project and 11 credits. In the Non-Thesis Option (Plan B), students must complete 11 credits, two papers, but no thesis. For the third option, the Comprehensive Exam Seminar (Plan C), students complete 11 credits, including the comprehensive exam seminar. Plan A: Thesis/LAP Option Students who select the Thesis/LAP Option are required to develop and carry out an in-depth study of some aspect of leadership or of a leadership-related topic. This researchbased study gives the student the opportunity to "tie together" what has been learned from the study of leadership and course-related activities. The principal distinction between the thesis and the leadership application project lies in their underlying orientation. A thesis has a more theoretical orientation, while a leadership application project is based on a practical issue. Both require similar rigor and preparation. For either alternative, the student must register for ML 592 and 593. For more information regarding the Thesis/LAP Option, refer to the Thesis/LAP and Non-Thesis Project Guidelines booklet. Students who do not complete their thesis or leadership application project within two years are required to pay a continuation fee each trimester.* Effective listener Effective speaker rnective writer Diplomatic ability Effective team member Interpersonal sensitivity Culturally Aware • Appreciation for cultural differences • World-view perspective • Tolerance of Individual differences Decisive • • • • • Self-confidence Analytical ability Ability to think critically Understanding of research Ability to manage connict Plan 8: Non-Thesis Option One alternative to the thesis is the successful completion of two major papers. The first of these papers will be written in conjunction with ML 580. The second paper will be written while enrolled in ML 597 Non-Thesis Independent Project. The independent research projects approved each year will be presented in an annual colloquium. For more information regarding the Non-Thesis Option, refer to the Thesis/LAP Project and Non-Thesis Project Guidelines booklet. Students who do not complete their independent project within a year of registering for ML 597 are required to pay a continuation fee each trimester.* *Both Plans A and Bare governed by Augsburg College's policy on continuation. A student taking Plan A has a maximum of seven trimesters (including the one in which registration initially occurred) to complete a thesis or LAP. After that the student may continue with permission but will pay a fee each trimester. A student taking Plan B has a maximum of four trimesters (including the one in which registration initially occurred to complete the Plan B final project. After that the student may continue with permission but will pay a fee each trimester. The fee is a continuation fee and is separate from any parking permits or other incidental fees. Plan C: Comprehensive Exam Seminar The third completion option involves one paper written in conjunction with ML 580 (as in Plan B) and a Comprehen- ML 574 Strategic Leadership 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. ML 577 Universal Responsibility and Leadership: A Nicaraguan Experience The exploration of universal responsibility, conceptually and experientially. Course consists of a seminar in Minneapolis and approximately two weeks in Nicaragua. The Nicaraguan portion includes a home stay, meetings with leaders in various venues, 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 U.S. government and nonprofit organizations are explored. ML 580 Colloquium on Contemporary Theories of Leadership Selected contemporary theories of leadership presented by instructors who participate in the seminar. Emphasis on critical thinking, discussion, written analysis. Prereq.: oneyear coursework in MAL program and ML 510) ML 589 Comprehensive Exam Seminar (PIN} This course is a completion option for the Master of Arts in Leadership. Students prepare for the examination seriesoral, 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. ML 592 Thesis/LAP Consultation I (PIN) Independent final research project supervised by an academic adviser. *A student may count only ML 597 or ML 598 for credit toward the MAL degree, except with permission of the MAL program director. Post-Master's Certificate in Leadership Studies Graduate students who already possess a master's degree in any area (including leadership) may wish to pursue the certificate program. A certificate is awarded after completion of five Augsburg MAL courses in leadership (which were not previously applied to any other degree). The student may choose any five MAL courses or may wish to focus on a specific area such as ethics and leadership, global leadership, organizational leadership, communications, or leadership development. This option is attractive for people who want to continue their professional studies but not necessarily undertake a full degree program. The normal application process is used for students who wish to pursue the postmaster's certificate. 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 weekend schedule. Please refer to the MAL program catalog for a complete list of course offerings and the accounting program coordinator for a detailed academic plan. It is recommended that students meet with an accounting adviser to create an effective plan for successful completion of the five-year program. General requirements for the accounting/MAL program ML 593 Thesis/LAP Consultation II (PIN) Completion of the thesis/LAP under the guidance of an academic adviser. ML 597 Non-Thesis Independent Project* Major written project in an area of the student's choice; to be completed in consultation with an adviser and a reader. The research is presented in a colloquium in partial fulfillment of requirements for the non-thesis option. 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 • three letters of recommendation (two from professors and one from an employer) • personal statement • example of their writing in an academic paper ML 598 Independent Study* 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 professor. Proposals must be approved by the MAL program director prior to registration for the course. ML 599 Special Topics Study of selected topics in leadership that are not treated extensively through current course offerings. Specific topics will be published prior to registration. • GPA of at least 3.30 • interview with a three-person panel from 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: Stu Stoller ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Admission as an International Student Applicants to the program must have: International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students on page 9. • Bachelor's degree from a regionally-accredited four-year college or university • Minimum cumulative undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 (on a scale of A=4.0) and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 for graduate courses completed at an accredited college or university: • Three 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. Should an applicant not meet the minimum admission requirements, a conditional admission may be possible as decided on a case-by-case basis. Decisions about admission to the program will be made on an individual basis by the MAL Admissions Committee. Admission to each entering graduate class will be given to the most highly qualified individuals. Admissions are handled on a "rolling" basis, with students admitted at the beginning of the fall, winter, and spring terms. Selection of candidates will be made on the basis of an evaluation of the following items for each applicant: • Previous college record • Letters of recommendation • Experience and organizational background • Written statement • Interview, if requested Application Checklist The following items must be submitted to the Adult and Graduate Admissions Office: ACADEMIC POLICIES Academic Evaluation Courses not offered on the numbered grading system are noted in the course descriptions in this catalog as being graded on PIN basis. In order to receive a grade of P, a student must achieve at least a grade of 3.0. No more than two courses with a grade below 3.0 will count toward the degree. No more than two courses with a grade of or below 2.5 can be repeated. Only the credits and grades earned the second time are counted in the grade point average. In order to graduate a student must have a GPA of 3.0 or above. All required courses and the final projects must be successfully completed. A student registered for final projects (ML 589, ML 592, ML 593, or ML 597) will be permitted to participate in Commencement but will not receive a diploma until all courses and projects are successfully completed. MAL Program Enrollment Policy Students may take either one or two courses per trimester. Enrolling in two courses per trimester enables a student to complete the coursework in the program within two years. All students are required to complete all components of the program within five years. Extensions beyond five years will be considered on the basis of petition to the MAL Advisory Committee. Students who leave the program for more than one trimester must request a leave of absence in writing from the MAL 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 to the Office of the Registrar. Time spent on an official MAL-approved leave of absence will not count toward the five-year deadline for degree completion. ACCREDITATION AND AFFILIATIONS • Completed application form-www.augsburg.edu/mal • $35 nonrefundable application fee • A 1-3 page statement relating the applicant's career and life goals to leadership aspirations • Recommendation letter and checklist from an immediate supervisor, assessing leadership potential • Recommendation letter and checklist from a work colleague (at the same level) describing the applicant's work style and leadership potential Augsburg is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. For a complete list of Augsburg's accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see page 3. 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 • Official transcripts from all undergraduate institutions attended, listing all courses taken and any degree(s) conferred. College; BD, Luther Theological Seminary; MA, PhD, Columbia University. • Official transcripts from all graduate institutions attended, listing courses taken and degree(s) conferred, if any Thomas Berl<as, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BCE, PhD, University of Minnesota. Graduate Faculty in Organizational Management, Concordia University, St. Paul. Applicants may be asked to participate in an interview with graduate program faculty and/or staff members. Larry Crockett, Professor of Computer Science. BA, MA, Pacific Lutheran University; MDiv, Luther Theological Seminary; PhD, University of Minnesota; Priest, Episcopal Diocese of Minnesota. Cass Dalglish , Associate Professor of English. BA, College of St. Catherine; MFA, Vermont College; PhD, The Union Institute. Curtis Paulsen , Associate Professor of Social Work. BA, St. Olaf College; MSW, University of Minnesota; PhD, The Fielding Institute. Diane Pike , Professor of Sociology and Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning. BA, Connecticut College; PhD, Yale University. John Schmit, Associate Professor of English. BS, St. John's Joseph A. Erickson , Professor of Education. BA, MA, College of St. Thomas; MA, Luther Northwestern Theological Seminary; PhD, University of Minnesota. John Furia, Assistant Professor of Business Administration. University; MA, University of New Orleans; PhD, The University of Texas-Austin. Kathryn Swanson , Professor of English. BA, St. Olaf College; MA, PhD, University of Minnesota. BA, Rhode Island College; MPA, University of Rhode Island. Joseph Volker, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BA, UniverDaniel S. Hanson , Assistant Professor of Communication sity of California-Irvine; MA, PhD, University of Minnesota. Studies. BA, Augsburg College; MA, University of Minnesota. Garry Hesser, Professor of Sociology, Director of MetroUrban Studies, and Sabo Professor of Citizenship and Learning. BA, Phillips University; MDiv, Union Theological Seminary; MA, PhD, University of Notre Dame. David Lapakko, Associate Professor of Communication Studies. BA, Macalester College; MA, PhD, University of Minnesota. Velma Lashbrook, Assistant Professor of Leadership Studies. BS, Iowa State University; MS, Illinois State University; EdD, West Virginia University: Rosemary J. Link, Professor of Social Work and Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Graduate Studies. BA, University of Southampton; Postgraduate diploma and CQSW, University of London; PhD, University of Minnesota. 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. Thomas Morgan , Professor of Business Administration and Executive Director, Center for Faith and Learning. BS, Juniata College; MBA, University of Denver; MS, University of Oregon; PhD, University of Minnesota. Norma C. Noonan , Professor of Political Science, and Director of the Center for Leadership Studies and the MAL Program. BA, University of Pennsylvania; MA, PhD, Indiana University. Magdalena Paleczny-Zapp , Associate Professor of Business Administration. BA, MS, PhD, Academy of Economics, Krakow, Poland. Catherine Paulsen , Instructor. BA, St. Olaf College; MA, Lone Mountain College. STAFF Patty Park, Program Coordinator Master of Arts in Nursing Master of Arts in Nursing We are excited about the educational opportunities, engaging practicum experiences and wealth of transcultural nursing knowledge offered in the Master of Arts in Nursing program at Augsburg College. We are also proud of our students who come from a wide range of diverse cultural, educational, and experiential backgrounds. Some master's degree candidates enter directly from college, others are making mid-life career changes, and some are returning to college after raising a family. The career options in nursing are more variable and more rewarding than ever before. As our population ages and becomes increasingly diverse, nurses are challenged to respond with creativity and competence. The master's program prepares nurses for leadership across care systems, population groups, cultures, and settings, with particular emphasis on addressing global and local health inequities. Graduates of our master's program are practicing in acute care, community and public health, education, nursing administration, and emerging care settings that are responsive to the needs of culturally diverse and underserved populations. Many of our graduates are creating innovative practice models that demonstrate interdisciplinary leadership and economically feasible solutions to health inequities within communities. Students can choose between two tracks of study in the master's curriculum: Transcultural Nursing in Community or Transformational Nursing Leadership and Management. Classes are offered at the Augsburg campus in Minneapolis and at Bethel Lutheran Church in downtown Rochester, Minnesota. Video conferencing is used for most classes and allows for "real time" connections between students in the two sites. Program faculty and staff are available at both sites and eager to assist students in expanding their nursing practice and advancing their career options while exploring together how we transform our unique gifts and interests into personal and professional service in the world. Sincerely, Cheryl Leuning, PhD Chair, Department of Nursing Director, Master of Arts in Nursing Master of Arts in Nursing Mission Within the framework of a Christian liberal arts education, the Master of Arts in Nursing program is designed to prepare nurses for transformational leadership and transcultural practice across care settings, with particular emphasis on addressing health inequities. TRANSCULTURAL NURSING IN COMMUNITY The Transcultural Nursing in Community track in the Master of Arts in Nursing program was designed to prepare nurses for advanced population-focused practice in culturally diverse communities. The curriculum is grounded in nursing science, public health principles, theory-guided practice, and transcultural care. The program of study focuses on reaching populations that are underserved by traditional care systems and who exist outside of the social mainstream. As such, the program provides rich alternative teaching and learning opportunities for graduate students locally and internationally. Upon graduation from the program, nurses completing this track are eligible to apply for certification in Advanced Transcultural Nursing through the International Transcultural Nursing Society. Also, graduates completing this track will be eligible to apply to the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for certification in Advanced Community Health Nursing. A total of 10 courses plus a thesis or graduate project are required. Three courses in the Advanced Nursing Core, which all Master of Arts in Nursing students must take, five courses from the Transcultural Nursing in Community Track, and two electives make up the coursework for the program. Advanced Nursing Core (three courses) NUR 505 Theoretical Foundations for Advanced Nursing Practice NUR 520 Research Methods in Nursing NUR 523 Theory, Research, and Practice Seminar Transcultural Nursing in Community track (five courses) NUR 500 Transcultural Health Care NUR 503 Transcultural Health, Families, and the Life Cycle, and NUR 515 Managing Nursing Effectiveness within Care Systems OR The Politics of Health Care NUR 541 Plus, two of the following courses: * NUR 510 Advanced Community Health Nursing I NUR 511 Advanced Community Health Nursing II NUR 530 The Power of Ritual and Ceremony for Transformation NUR 532 Transcultural Healing Practices ELECTIVES-two graduate elective courses, which may include the following: ECO 520 Economics of Health Care in a Global Community Visions of Leadership ML510 ML511 ML530 ML531 ML560 NUR 530 NUR532 NUR562 Creativity and the Problem-Solving Process Ethics in Communication The Dynamics of Change Developing a Multicultural Perspective The Power of Ritual and Ceremony for Transformation Transcultural Healing Practices Walking the Truth: Culture, Gender, and HIV/AIDS in sub-Saharan Africa Note: Academic advisers can inform students about other possible electives. *Students seeking certification in Advanced Community Health Nursing from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) must complete 500 hours of clinical practicum work and select NUR 510 and NUR 511; students seeking certification from the International Transcultural Nursing Society may select NUR 530 and NUR 532. Clinical practicum hours are integrated into several courses in the curriculum. Thesis or Graduate Project-students are required to complete either a thesis or a graduate project, which is equivalent to one course. NUR 525 Graduate Field Project NUR 535 Integrative Master's Thesis TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT The Transformational Leadership and Management track unites the liberal arts with nursing science and practice. This track is designed to develop nurse leaders who are analytical, articulate, and constructively critical and who will be able to cope with high-level healthcare delivery issues. Curricular emphasis is on interdisciplinary collaboration across care settings. Participation in nursing leadership practica and classroom dialogue provides 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. Specialty electives build on students' competencies and goals. Courses are offered by the Department of Nursing faculty as well as faculty teaching in the Master of Arts in Leadership and Master of Business Administration programs. Students take a total of 10 courses, plus a thesis or graduate project. Three courses in the Advanced Nursing Core, which all Master of Arts in Nursing students must take, five courses in the Transformational Leadership and Management Track, and two elective courses make up the course work for the program. Advanced Nursing Core (three courses) NUR 505 Theoretical Foundations for Advanced Nurs ing Practice Research Methods in Nursing NUR 520 NUR 523 Theory, Research, and Practice Seminar Transformational Nursing Leadership Track (five courses)* NUR 500 Transcultural Health Care NUR 521 Transformational Nursing Leadership BUS 520 Management of the Healthcare Organization Two of the following courses: ML 511 Creativity and the Problem-Solving Process ML 527 Spirituality and Leadership in the Workplace ML 535 Organizational Theory and Leadership ML 565 Women and Leadership Electives-two graduate elective courses, which may include: ECO 520 Economics of Health Care in a Global Community ML510 Visions of Leadership Creativity and the Problem-Solving Process ML511 Ethics in Communication ML530 ML531 The Dynamics of Change ML560 Developing a Multicultural Perspective NUR530 The Power of Ritual and Ceremony for Transformation NUR532 Transcultural Healing Practices NUR562 Walking the Truth: Culture, Gender, and HIV/AIDS in sub-Saharan Africa Note: Academic advisers can inform students about other possible electives. *Upon graduation from the program and completion of the Transformational Leadership and Management track, students are eligible to apply for certification in Advanced Nursing Administration from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Thesis or Graduate Project Students have two options for fulfilling their Master of Arts in Nursing final project, which serves as the capstone of the master's program: a graduate field project, or an integrative master's thesis. The graduate field project, NUR 525, is based on a selfselected issue relevant to transcultural nursing in community or transformational nursing leadership. The student will focus primarily on the application and integration of knowledge. Working with an adviser, the student will design and/or implement and evaluate a model of advanced practice nursing applied to health inequities in a selected community, or a nursing leadership issue. The integrative thesis option, NUR 535, expands upon and/or extends theoretical foundations or concepts identified in transcultural nursing, community health nursing, and/or nursing leadership literature. The thesis project demonstrates the student's ability to do independent research involving the exposition of primary and secondary literature appropriate to the topic, the collection and analysis of empirical data, and the articulation of implications for advanced practice nursing. Students register for their final project, with their adviser's permission, near the end of the program. Students must complete all coursework and defend the project within two years after registration. After two years, students must pay a continuation fee of $200 per term in order to retain student status in the graduate program, including library privileges, AugNet access, and parking privileges. Please refer to the "Graduate Field Project or Integrative Thesis Procedures and Policies" booklet available in the Nursing Department for additional information. Practica Practice experience is emphasized in both tracks in the Master of Arts in Nursing program. Students who complete the Transcultural Nursing in Community track will have enough practice hours to be eligible to apply to take the certification exam in Advanced Community Health Nursing through the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Nursing practice with diverse populations will also provide students with the experiences needed to apply to take the certification exam in Transcultural Nursing. In the practica all students practice primarily in nontraditional settings with persons underserved or excluded from mainstream health care. Emphasis is on cultural diversity and health inequities across health care settings. Students in the Transformational Leadership and Management track have practice experience in several courses with preceptors in leadership positions in a variety of care settings. A unique opportunity offered for practica at Augsburg is provided by the Augsburg Central Nursing Center. The Nursing Center provides services for persons struggling with poverty and homelessness in the city of Minneapolis. People from diverse backgrounds, who have health experiences grounded in wide-ranging cultural contexts, provide many opportunities for students to explore advanced nursing roles and new models and forms of practice. Study Abroad and Off-campus Opportunities The Nursing Department works closely with cultural guides, nurse mentors, and Augsburg's Center for Global Education in developing study abroad opportunities. The following study abroad and away opportunities are four examples of existing practicum experiences. Students may travel to Namibia in southwest Africa to spend two weeks exploring health and healthcare challenges within a rapidly developing country. Practical experience with nurses in a variety of care settings, meaningful dialogue with key resource persons, and critical reflection foster personal and professional growth in this practicum. Week-long immersion courses and practica are taught on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in western South Dakota. These courses and experiences offer students the opportunity to live on the reservation and participate with public health nurses providing health services. They also interact with tribal leaders and experience cultural events relevant to the Lakota people of Pine Ridge. Ten-day courses and practica are available in Mexico and Guatemala as well. Students explore the relationships of indigenous and Western health care, the connection between social justice and health, and interact with local indigenous healers. Students may apply all these study abroad options to requirements in the Master of Arts in Nursing program. COURSE DESCRIPTIONS NUR 500 Transcultural Health Care This course explores meanings and expressions of health, illness, caring, and healing transculturally. Focus is on understanding and developing professional competence in caring for individuals, families, groups, and communities with diverse cultural backgrounds. Culture is examined as a pervasive, determining "blueprint" for thought and action throughout the human health experience. Patterns of human interaction that foster health and quality of life are analyzed, and health destroying patterns of interaction, e.g., stereotyping, discrimination, and marginalization, are examined and submitted to moral and ethical reflection. (36 hours of practice experience) NUR 501 Transcultural Care Systems In this course, organizations are viewed as cultural systems that are complex and adaptive, where continuous change and unpredictability rule the development and course of evolution. The importance of relationships, the role of selforganization, the processes of emergence and co-evolution are explored via readings and discussions. Attendance at a local, national, and/or international nursing leadership conference is mandatory. Dialogue and networking with a variety of nursing leaders to understand the context of transcultural healthcare organizations are expected. NUR 503 Transcultural Health, Families, and the Life Cycle The major curriculum concepts of individuals, health, nursing, and society are developed further in this course as the function of individuals living in families and in communities is explored. Content about systems, communication, small group, and nursing theories is applied to family constellation. The influence of the multigenerational family is examined in terms of culture, belief system, roles, healthcare patterns, values, and goals. Specific concepts related to values and culture are expanded and applied to the more complex social structures of traditional and nontraditional families as they interact in and with society. (36 hours of practice experience) NUR 505 Theoretical Foundations for Advanced Nursing Practice This course focuses on nursing science and nursing theory as foundational to advanced transcultural nursing practice. Philosophical underpinnings of different theoretical and research traditions in nursing are compared and related to the provision of culturally competent care in diverse communities. Nursing science is emphasized as a process of theory advancement and as an accumulating body of nursing knowledge. (36 hours of practice experience) NUR 510 Advanced Community Health Nursing I This course focuses on persons, families and groups living in relationship. Emphasis is on applying the core functions of community/public health - assessment, policy development and assurance. Principles of epidemiology, population demographics, and culture care are integrated into community-focused healthcare delivery models. Power structures within dominant social systems are analyzed and critiqued with regard to resource access and distribution among underserved populations. (36 hours of practice experience) NUR 511 Advanced Community Health Nursing II Emphasis is on the application of public/community health theory and research in providing health care to populations and communities. Essential public health services are assessed for adequacy in meeting community health needs and addressing transcultural health goals. The impact of diversity, privilege, resource limits, and globalization add depth and reality to local and global community health concerns, patterns of health, suffering, and healthcare provisioning. Prerequisite: NUR 510. (72 hours of practice experience) NUR 515 Managing Nursing Effectiveness within Care Systems In planning and implementing nursing activities, healthcare organizations are considered subcultures of society, which entail particular issues of access and utilization for marginalized people. Strategies for negotiating structures of privilege and professional control will be explored. Working with marginalized populations, students will identify and support the agency or persons who are seeking help from these systems. Nursing action will focus on mediating subcultures of clients with the subculture of healthcare systems. Major emphasis will be placed on mutuality with clients in planning actions and evaluating outcomes. (72 hours of practice experience) NUR 520 Research Methods in Nursing Through a combination of literature review, field experience, and class discussion, research methods relevant to the exploration of culture and health will be examined. Class topics will include formulating study questions to explore collective foundations of meaning and explanation in health and illness, practice in data collection procedures of field research, and issues of interpretation and analysis in qualitative research. Prerequisite: a college-level statistics course. (36 hours of practice experience) NUR 521 Transformational Nursing Leadership This course emphasizes transformational nursing leadership and management in partnership with diverse groups. Transcultural competence is lifted up as significant to the evolving leadership and planning skills needed in emerging care systems. Opportunities for students to engage in designing relevant models of care delivery are woven into clinical practica. (72 hours of practice experience) NUR 523 Theory, Research, and Practice Seminar The conceptualization, investigation, and application of nursing knowledge will be critiqued with particular focus on its contribution to developing practice in transcultural community health care. Through reflection and dialogue, which includes professional experience of practice contexts, as well as theoretical and research literature, students will formulate a transcultural nursing model of care. (36 hours of practice experience) NUR 525 Graduate Field Project This course focuses on the application and integration of knowledge to a student-selected issue or topic of concern relevant to transcultural nursing, community health nursing, and/or transformational nursing leadership. Working with a nursing faculty adviser, students design and/or implement and evaluate a theory-based model of advanced practice nursing. Relevant coursework is integrated into the project and the final written report. Plans for disseminating the report for public and professional use are encouraged. Students will defend the project to their graduate committee (major faculty adviser and two readers) and invited guests at the time of completion. NUR 530 The Power of Ritual and Ceremony for Transformation In this course, the student will explore ritual and ceremony from a transcultural perspective. Attention will be focused on rituals and ceremonies in specific cultures and religions, and in the modern American medical system that sustains its own rituals. In some cultures, formal or informal religious practices may be integral to the ritual of ceremony and healing. In modern American culture, the perceived division between the mind, body, and spirit has led to ritual and ceremony being considered adjunctive to the scientific approach to healing. Students will have an opportunity to interact with persons who integrate ritual and ceremony into their lives and healthcare practices. Students will also discuss the meaning of ritual and ceremony to their own lives and professional practice. NUR 532 Transcultural Healing Practices This course will introduce students to complementary healing practices including the historical and cultural contexts in which they developed. Students will discuss the philosophical underpinnings of therapeutic systems and paradigms of healing in selected complementary therapies: music therapy, traditional Chinese medicine, mind-body healing, spiritual and faith practices, energy healing practices , movement therapies, homeopathy, manual therapies, and nutrition and nutritional supplements. NUR 535 Integrative Master's Thesis The integrative thesis expands upon or extends the theoretical foundations in the literature of Transcultural Nursing in Community or Transformational Leadership and Management. It demonstrates the student's ability to do independent research that integrates past and current literature appropriate to the topic, the collection and analysis of empirical data, and the articulation of implications for advanced nursing practice or leadership in nursing organizations. Students will defend the project to their selected graduate committee (comprised of the student's faculty adviser and two readers) and invited guests. Plans for disseminating the report for public and professional use are encouraged. NUR 541 The Politics of Health Care This course will explore how health and illness are related to inequities in society and dynamics of power in systems of health care. The following issues will be examined in the course: How widening gaps in the distribution of wealth diminish the health of all members of society; how social inequities become medicalized as health disparities, how an emphasis on profit in health care affects the distribution of healing resources in the population, and what strategies the poor and powerless employ to gain access to healthcare resources. This course will include an optional study abroad experience in Guatemala. (72 hours of practice experience) NUR 562 Walking the Truth: Culture, Gender, and HIV/AIDS in sub-Saharan Africa This broad-based interdisciplinary course explores the influence of culture and gender on the HIV/AIDS pandemic in sub-Saharan Africa. The natural history, biology, and epidemiology of AIDS in Africa, as well as socio-cultural, ethical, theological, and political responses to the disease are examined. Women's collective and individual efforts to preserve the health of their families and communities are highlighted as hopeful and positive responses to the HIV/AIDS crisis in sub-Saharan Africa. NUR 599 Topics Study of selected topics that are not treated extensively through current course offerings. Specific topics will be published prior to registration. BUS 520 Management of the Healthcare Organization This course provides an overview of the key organizational and behavioral concepts which underlie effective management practices in healthcare organizations. It addresses both the theory and practice of effective management. The course will emphasize the importance of addressing the expectations, needs, and performances of people in organizations, and recognizes the role of the internal, external, and global cultures that impact organizational structure, behavior, and change. ECO 520 Economics of Health Care in a Global Community At the end of the class, students will be better able to apply economic concepts to the health systems of both the United States and other parts of the world. The focus will be on the public policy aspects of the healthcare system, e.g. , issues of access and cost. ML 510 Visions of Leadership: A Historical and Literary journey 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. ML 511 Creativity and the Problem-Solving Process 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. ML 52 7 Spirituality and Leadership in the Workplace 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. ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS Applicants into the Master of Arts in Nursing program must have: • Bachelor's degree in nursing from a regionally-accredited four-year college or university, or must have an Associate of Science degree in nursing in addition to a non-nursing bachelor's degree. • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a scale of A= 4.0) in all previous college coursework • Experience as a registered nurse • Professional liability insurance ML 530 Ethics in Communication 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. ML 531 The Dynamics of Change This course offers an exploration of the context of social change and varying responses to diverse human needs. Ways of achieving well-being may be viewed differently by leaders in public and private domains and across cultures. The course explores these various perspectives, including areas of conflict and opportunities for leadership in social and organizational change. Sociological, human development, and economic theories are applied to contemporary public and private sector issues for social change. • Current nursing license • All required immunizations 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 on an individual basis by the Graduate Admissions Committee. Admissions are handled throughout the year, with students being admitted at the beginning of the fall (September), winter Uanuary), and spring (April) terms. Selection of candidates will be made on the basis of an evaluation of the following items for each applicant: • Previous college record and GPA • Letters of recommendation • Professional experience ML 535 Organizational Theory and Leadership In-depth exploration of organizational 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. ML 560 Developing a Multicultural Perspective This course focuses on the ability to function and lead in culturally diverse contexts within the U.S. 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. ML 565 Women and Leadership A seminar exploring the theory and practice of women and leadership: entrepreneurial, political, and social. It offers 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. • Written statement describing professional and educational goals Application Checklist The following items must be sent to the Adult and Graduate Admissions Office: • Completed application formwww.augsburg.edu/ma_nursing • $35 nonrefundable application fee • A 2-3 page typed statement describing the applicant's professional and educational goals • Three letters of recommendation-in English-addressing the applicant's character and ability for graduate study. (Two of these recommendations must be from professional colleagues.) • Evidence of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) training, professional liability insurance, and required immunizations • Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended, listing all courses taken and any degree(s) conferred 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 . Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students on page 9. ACCREDITATION AND AFFILIATIONS Augsburg is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The Master of Arts in Nursing program is fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). For a complete list of Augsburg's accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see page 3. DEPARTMENT OF NURSING FACULTY Magdeline Aagard , Associate Professor of Nursing. BA, Augustana College; MBA, PhD, University of St. Thomas. Marty Alemc\n, Assistant Professor of Nursing. BSN, University of Minnesota; MA, Augsburg College. Katherine Baumgartner, Assistant Professor of Nursing. BSN, Minnesota State University; MA, Augsburg College. Ruth Enestvedt, Assistant Professor of Nursing, Co-Coordinator of the Augsburg Central Nursing Center (ACNC). BA, St. Olaf College; MS, PhD, University of Minnesota. I Linda Holt, Instructor of Nursing, Co-Coordinator of the Augsburg Central Nursing Center (ACNC) . BSN, University of Minnesota; MSN, University of Washington-Seattle. Cheryl Leuning , Professor of Nursing, Chair of the Department of Nursing, and Director of the MAN program. BA, Augustana College; MS, University of Minnesota; PhD, University of Utah. Joyce Miiier, Assistant Professor of Nursing. ADN, Rochester State junior College; BSN , Augsburg College; MA, Augsburg College. Susan Nash , Associate Professor of Nursing. BSN, MSN, EdD, University of Minnesota. Joyce Perkins, Assistant Professor of Nursing. BS, University of New Hampshire; RN, College of St. Teresa; MA, St. Mary's College Graduate Center; MS, University of Minnesota; PhD, University of Colorado. Pauline Utesch , Assistant Professor of Nursing. BSN, Winona State University; MA, Augsburg College. Master of Business Administration Master of Business Administration We are certain that you will make an excellent decision by choosing Augsburg to develop your skills, knowledge, and capabilities. We believe our program will give you an opportunity to challenge yourself by engaging in classes, projects, and studies that will help form and refine your ability to think critically, analyze problems, and align your decisions with ethical values and beliefs-while gaining valuable, relevant, and contemporary business acumen and skills. Today's business world offers great opportunities to not only realize traditional business goals of increasing shareholder or owner value but also offers individuals a unique opportunity to serve their communities, stakeholders, and associates by exercising good decision-making in the areas of corporate social responsibility, sustainability, and diversity. Our increasingly global and virtual economies call for new knowledge, new perspectives, and new competencies. Graduates of our MBA program are qualified to take their place as leaders in their organizations, their communities, and the global economy. Our unique summative course, the Management Consulting Project, gives students the challenging opportunity to work on real business issues with actual businesses and organizations in the Twin Cities and Rochester. Guided and coached by expert faculty with significant business experience, students work in small consulting teams and bring together the business disciplines they have studied in the program to perform an accurate analysis and recommendation to the client organization. Students in the Augsburg MBA program can choose among a growing number of alternatives that include completion of a core curriculum general MBA, a healthcare management-focused MBA, or additional concentrations in finance, marketing, human resources, international business, or project management. We believe we have the structure and design to promote learning and retain rigor, integrity, and quality in an accelerated degree program. The Augsburg MBA is organized into cohorts, taught by experienced and highly qualified faculty, and aided by excellent facilities, multiple locations, and the latest in technology, From the first day of orientation to the day you walk across the stage at Commencement, we promise to offer you an exciting, challenging, reflective educational experience that will increase your confidence, reinforce your concepts of vocation, and enable you to seek greater roles of responsibility and impact in your career. Sincerely, 4-- ~~ Steven M. Zitnick Director, MBA Program The Master of Business Administration MissionTo prepare students for professional careers in business by developing their decision-making skills and judgment, and by transforming them into effective managers and leaders. 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. Master of Business Administration Program Overview Todays business leader must be able to quickly analyze situations and information and then critically think through the alternatives and courses of action. The purpose of the Augsburg MBA is to prepare students to accept greater responsibility in organizations facing this 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 the students' experience and learning in the program. Our faculty is uniquely qualified to bridge theory and real world application, giving the MBA student the opportunity to acquire skills and knowledge in a variety of disciplines. The Augsburg MBA can be completed in fewer than 24 months. Cohorts Augsburg's MBA program is organized around small groups, or cohorts. 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 not only learn from one another, but mentor each other and peer coach. You'll share diverse professional expertise and experience as you work in teams on projects, case studies, presentations, and simulations, both inside and outside of class. Working 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 will 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. Locations and Schedules Classes are offered at four locations: Augsburg's Minneapolis campus, Thrivent Financial in downtown Minneapolis, Augsbsurg's Rochester campus, and at St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Bloomington. Cohorts begin three times per academic year: fall term (September), winter term Qanuary), and spring term (April) . 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 Adult and Graduate Admissions Office at 612-330-1390. MBA Advisory Board The MBA Advisory Board is composed of both active and retired senior business leaders from global, regional, and entrepreneurial organizations. The board meets several times yearly to review the program's progress, offer advice, and provide insight into contemporary business issues that influence curriculum development or modification. Additionally, the board is invited to participate in student and alumni events throughout the year. COURSE DESCRIPTIONS MBA 592 Leadership: Ethics, Service, and Transformation This course will provide learners with well-rounded, comprehensive leadership skills that will enhance personal and organizational effectiveness. Leadership skills and abilities have long been viewed as important contributors to success in personal and professional spheres. 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. MBA 520 Accounting for Business Managers Concepts of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for preparing financial statements. Students will learn to analyze income statements, balance sheets, and annual reports, and to budget using projected sales, fixed and variable expenses, breakeven calculation, and capital budgeting. MBA 545 Organizational Development Theory and application of organizational development (OD) of human resources within organizations. Topics include strategies and tactics for developing human resources to support organizational cultural changes (such as total quality management), team building, collaboration with other teams, training, the impact of diversity, and evaluation of OD strategies. MBA 570 Quantitative Decision-Making for Managers Extracting actionable information from data, interpreting data in tables and graphs, interpreting statistical significance, evaluating survey data, using data mining with large databases, and using simulation and modeling in business decisions. MBA 575 Strategic Technology 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. MBA 510 Managerial Economics 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, evaluation, regulation, incentive conflicts and contracts, and ethics and the organizational architecture. Students develop critical thinking skills and a framework of analyzing business decisions. In summary, the objective of the course is to help business students become architects of business strategy rather than simply middle managers plodding along the beaten path of others. MBA 550 Marketing Management Applying marketing theory and practice to real-li.fe 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. MBA 580 Management Consulting Project Working in teams with a local organization, students develop expertise in an area related to their vocation, using communication, leadership and collaboration skills, and academic knowledge to research, analyze, and make recommendations. The management consulting project culminates in a presentation to the client and the faculty adviser. MBA 530 Managerial Finance Understanding the foundations of financial management including markets, institutions, interest rates, risk and return, and the time value of money. Included are security valuation, corporate valuation, strategic investment and financing decisions, working capital management, mergers and acquisitions, derivatives, bankruptcy; and multinational implications. MBA 540 Business and Professional Ethics This course provides students with an understanding of the ethical problems faced by people in organizations and businesses today. A framework for recognizing ethical problems helps the student determine how decisions will affect people positively or negatively This course conveys a model of analysis of ethical problems to allow students the ability to make better judgments about what is right and fair. The course also allows students to gain confidence in their understanding and their proposed solutions for ethical issues, thus being able to forcefully and reasonably defend their point of view. MBA 560 Communication Issues in Management 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. MBA 565 Managing in a Global Environment 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. MBA 595 Strategic Management 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. THE AUGSBURG MBA WITH A HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT CONCENTRATION This program includes the following courses from the MBA core program, followed by the Healthcare Management Concentration. MBA 592 MBA 520 MBA 510 MBA 570 MBA 530 MBA 560 MBA 545 MBA 575 MBA 550 MBA 595 Leadership: Ethics, Service, and Transformation Accounting for Business Managers Managerial Economics Quantitative Decision-Making for Managers Managerial Finance Communication Issues in Management Organizational Development in Healthcare Management Strategic Technology in Healthcare Management Marketing in Healthcare Management Strategic Management for Healthcare Management MBH 597 Integrated Health Delivery Systems (Required) This course is focused on the health-related industries that comprise the healthcare system in the United States. Critical success factors for the medical care, hospital care, long-term care, mental health care, medical equipment, pharmaceutical, health insurance, and managed care industries are examined. The course also considers the influences of demographics, consumer expectations, and government policies on healthcare system performance. MBH 542 Legal and Ethical Considerations in Health Care (Required) This course covers the laws affecting administration of hospitals and other healthcare organizations: administrative law, corporate and business law, labor law, civil liability, and taxrelated issues. The course also considers the ethical issues underlying financing, organization, and delivery of healthcare services as well as addresses the numerous ethical issues raised by advances in technology, changing societal values, decreased resources, and increasing professional liability. MBH 53 7 Healthcare Financing (Required) This course focuses on a variety of public and private third party mechanisms for financing healthcare services. A review is made of the various trends and constraints associated with each mechanism. Particular attention is paid to the role of private health insurance and government reimbursement mechanisms for health services. Prerequisite: MBA 530 Managerial Finance MBH 546 Human Resource Issues in Health Care (Elective or required, depending on location) This course provides complete coverage of relevant human resource issues in healthcare management, as well as a solid foundation in both HR and healthcare administrative practices. It offers 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 services. Written for practitioners and students in all disciplines related to health, this course covers important topics such as recruitment, training, termination, legal issues, labor unions, design and analysis safety, employee relations, healthcare compensation practices, and the challenges facing healthcare management today. MBH 593 Healthcare Operations Management (Elective) This course analyzes the operations of healthcare organizations to improve quality and productivity. Quality improvement models including Six Sigma are reviewed for usefulness and effectiveness within healthcare delivery or manufacturing environments related to health care. Management information systems (MIS) are evaluated as aids to the quality process. A course project is a key element in applying strategic concepts and processes. MBH 562 Global Healthcare Issues (Required) Governments bear significant responsibilities for assuring the health of their people. As our understanding of the social determinants of health has improved, exercising this responsibility calls for national policies that include planning for the personal healthcare system, addressing broader issues of population health services and links to policies that affect education, economic development, the environment, among other areas. All nations, especially developing countries and those in transition, face challenges to their national health strategies from the effects of globalization and global decision-making on issues that affect health. MBH 572 Information Technology in Health Care (Elective) The course focuses on managing information as a strategic resource within healthcare organizations; designing information systems to capture, combine, and transform information to measure processes and outcomes of care, support collaborative clinical decision-making, support management decisions, empower patients, and improve healthcare operations. CONCENTRATIONS Master of Business Administration students may choose a concentration in one of several disciplines following com- pletion of the core curriculum. A concentration allows students to become competitive in a specific career field or, in some cases, assists the student in achieving a professional certification or accreditation. Graduate Certificates The following concentrations are also available as graduate certificate programs. Students who seek advanced skills and knowledge in a specific business discipline, but either already possess an MBA or are not interested in pursuing a degree at this time, may enroll in any concentration as a certificate student. These courses are transcribed and "for credit." In most cases, (depending on employer policies) they will be accepted for tuition reimbursement. Contact the MBA Office at 612-330-1778 or the Adult and Graduate Admissions Office at 612-330-1390 for more information. Finance Concentration Students prepare for careers in international banking, finance, and investments by learning finance and investment theory and applications , and the operations of financial markets. • Financial theory and applications • Investment theory and portfolio management • Financial markets • Options and derivatives • International finance • Financial statement analysis Marketing Concentration Students receive solid exposure to major topic areas beyond the core, learn to evaluate research data for marketing decisions, and gain integrative, practical experience in marketing. • Marketing research • Marketing communications • Sales management • Consumer behavior • Technology and e-commerce • International marketing Human Resource Management Concentration Students can prepare for careers in the field of human resource management. Major topics cover a wide range of HR functions including training and selection, compensation and benefits, and global issues in human resources. Students completing the certificate will be preparing for certification as a human resource professional (PHR). • Training, selection, and performance • Industrial/Labor relations • Compensation and benefits management • Organizational effectiveness • Global human resources • Strategic human resources Healthcare Management Concentration The Master of Business Administration with a concentration in healthcare management (MBA/HCM) is designed to provide students with leadership as well as the management knowledge and skills needed to be successful in today's healthcare organizations. The MBA/HCM emphasizes the identification, analysis, and solution of complex management problems with a foundation of healthcare concepts and decision models that will support the variety of management roles that can be seen in today's healthcare environment. • Legal and ethical considerations in healthcare management • Official GMAT score report (school code 6014)-not required for certificate applicants Admission as an international student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission oflnternational Students on page 9. Admission as a transfer student Students may apply to Augsburg as a transfer student. Transfer students follow the same procedure as new applicants. • Integrated health delivery systems • Healthcare financing • Cross-cultural issues in health care • Global healthcare issues • Healthcare operations management (elective) Transfer students may receive up to six (6.0) transfer credits. (See Evaluation of Transfer Credit on p. 6.) Students must complete no fewer than seven (7.0) courses at Augsburg in order to receive their MBA degree from Augsburg College. GMAT Waiver Policy International Business Concentration Students develop a specialized toolkit to deal with the global economy with its massive increases in international trade, foreign direct investment, multinational companies, and international financial transactions. • Business English • International marketing • International managerial finance • International business negotiations • International logistics As a general policy, the Augsburg MBA program requires the GMAT of all applicants, due to both the analytical and critical evaluation components of our accelerated program. The GMAT is used both to evaluate the candidate's opportunity for success as well as indicate areas where remedial work may be necessary. However, the Admissions Committee will consider, on a case-by-case basis, GMAT waiver requests for the MBA program. Waivers are not automatic for any candidate, and a brief written request must be submitted outlining the reasons why the Admissions Committee should grant a GMAT waiver. Current occupation or undergraduate disciplines are not specific grounds for a GMAT waiver. • Legal aspects of international business ELIGIBILITY Project Management Concentration-coming in 2009 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 checl<list The following materials must be submitted to the Adult and Graduate Admissions Office: • completed application-Apply online at www.augsburg.edu/mba/admissions/application.html • $35 application fee • Two personal statements • Official undergraduate/graduate transcripts sent directly to the Augsburg Adult and Graduate Admissions Office • Current resume of work history • Two confidential letters of recommendation GMAT waivers may be offered to: Those candidates who have been enrolled in a graduate degree program in a technical or quantitatively rigorous discipline (such as actuarial science, engineering, mathematics, physics, economics, or chemistry) from an accredited institution and who were in good academic standing with an overall grade point average of 3.0 or better (or the equivalent of a B average under the system used by that institution). Students should have completed at least four academic courses within this curriculum to qualify. It is important to note that employment history and current assignment will be reviewed in addition to the degree requirement. • Those who hold the following graduate degrees from an accredited college or university with an overall grade point average of 3.0 or better (or the equivalent of a B average under the system used by that institution.) • Medical or dental degree (MD,DDS) • Law degree QD)-depending on undergraduate major • Master's or doctoral degree in an academic discipline that included a significant quantitative, engineering, mathematics, or statistics component or involved research requiring significant quantitative skills. • Any other quantitatively based graduate degree from an accredited college or university that the Admissions Committee believes has highly prepared the candidate for rigorous graduate-level work • Master's, PhD, EdD, or advanced degrees in disciplines other than those identified, including those granted by academic institutions outside the U.S. will be evaluated by the Admissions Committee. (See grade requirement above) • Those who have completed a graduate program at Augsburg College in the MAL, MAN, MSW, MAE, or PA programs. • Current and active CPA designation. If the CPA designation has been inactive and not current for a period greater than five years, the waiver will not be granted. GMAT WAIVER CHECKLIST Please submit the following documentation to the associate director of the MBA program: • One-page written request outlining reasons why the Admissions Committee should grant a GMAT waiver • Copies of transcripts for all work completed at any college or university, whether or not a degree was granted (unless previously submitted to the graduate admissions office) • Current resume (unless previously submitted to the graduate admissions office) • Any other information that you wish to submit to support your request Typically, GMAT waiver decisions are made within one week of receipt of materials. For questions about this checklist or the waiver policy, please contact either the Adult and Graduate Admissions Office or the MBA program office. ACADEMIC POLICIES MBA Program Enrollment Policy Students are strongly encouraged to remain in their cohort and complete their MBA program as scheduled. 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 trimester 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. Last Day to Withdraw from Class For information regarding the last date on which students may withdraw from a class and receive a "W" on their records, please contact the MBA office. Academic Evaluation Evaluation of academic performance in the MBA program will be based on number grades using a 4.0-scale as defined below: 4.0 Achieves highest standards of excellence 3.5 3.0 Meets acceptable standards 2.5 2.0 Meets minimum standards Unacceptable performance (no credit - course must be repeated) 1.5-0.0 Unacceptable performance (no credit - course must be repeated) W Grade assigned when a student withdraws from a course after the deadline, "Without notation on the record." Students can only withdraw from the same class two times. If a student withdraws from the same course a third time, he or she must meet with the director of the MBA program to discuss continued participation in the MBA program. 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 Office of the Registrar 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. Degree Requirements To be conferred the MBA degree, students must achieve the following: • Successful completion of all admission conditions • Successful completion of MBA courses (2.5 or above) • No more than two courses with a grade of 2.5 or below, and with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher • Successful completion and submission of the management consulting project Students who successfully complete Augsburg's MBA program will receive a Master of Business Administration degree. ACCREDITATION AND AFFILIATIONS Augsburg is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. For a complete list of Augsburg's accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see page 3. MBA FACULTY William Arden , Assistant Professor of Business Administration. BS, New York University; MS, Northeastern University; MBA, Boston University. David Bartlett, Instructor, Economics and Business Administration. BA, University of California-San Diego; MA, University of Chicago; MA, PhD, University of California-San Diego. Lori Peterson, Assistant Professor of Business Administration. BSB, Carlson School, University of Minnesota; PhD, University of Minnesota. Larry Sallee , Instructor, Business Administration. BS, University of Wisconsin-Superior; MBA, University of WisconsinLaCrosse; DBA, U.S. International University; Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant. Nora Braun , Associate Professor of Business Administration. BSBA, University of Missouri-Columbia; MBA, PhD, University of Minnesota. John Schmit, Associate Professor of English. BS, St. john's Thomas Burns, Instructor, Business Administration. BA, Iona David Schwain , Assistant Professor of Business Administration. BBA, University of Cincinnati; MBA, Harvard University. College; MBA, University of St. Thomas. C. Lee Clarke , Assistant Professor of Business Administration. BA, Capital University; MDiv, Trinity Lutheran Seminary; MBA, University of St. Thomas. University; MA, University of New Orleans; PhD, University of Texas. Joanne Smith , Instructor, Business Administration. BA, Smith College; MA, University of Minnesota. David Conrad , Assistant Professor of Business Administration. Peter Stark, Assistant Professor of Business Administration. BS, Northwestern University; MBA, EdD, Pepperdine University: BA, Winona State University; MA, EdD, St. Mary's University of Minnesota. John Stein, Instructor, of Economics. BS, University of Detroit; MA, University of Illinois. Stella Hofrenning , Assistant Professor of Economics. BS, University of Maryland; PhD, University of Illinois. Stuart Stoller, Professor of Business Administration. BS, MS, Long Island University; Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Mark Isaacson , Assistant Professor of Business Administration. BA, St. Olaf College; MS, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Steven Zitnick, Assistant Professor of Business Administra- Ashok Kapoor , Associate Professor of Business Administra- tion and Director of the MBA program. BA, Shimer College; MS, University of Utah. tion. BA, MA, University of Delhi; MA, MBA, University of Minnesota; PhD, Temple University. Laura Lazar, Assistant Professor of Business Administration. BA, MLS, Valparaiso University; MBA, PhD, Indiana University: Edward Lotterman , Assistant Professor of Economics. BA, MS, University of Minnesota. Steven Lukas, Instructor, Business Administration. BS, MA, University of Nebraska; EdD, University of St. Thomas. Roseanne Malevich , Assistant Professor of Business Administration. BS, MBA, University of Wisconsin-Madison. Marc Mcintosh , Assistant Professor of Business Administration. BS, DePaul University; MBA, Harvard University; DBA, Argosy University: Michael Mcllhon, Instructor, Business Administration. BBA, MA, University of Iowa. John Molloy, Assistant Professor ofBusiness Administration. BBA, MS, University of Wisconsin, Madison. Magdalena Paleczny-Zapp, Associate Professor of Business Administration. BA, MA, Central School for Planning and Statistics, Warsaw; PhD, Akademia Ekonomiczna, Krakow. Master of Science in Physician .Assistant ·studies Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Thank you for your interest in the Augsburg College Physician Assistant Program. I hope you will find the information included in this catalog helpful as you make the decision to pursue your graduate degree in physician assistant studies. Our mission in the Augsburg College Physician Assistant Program is to educate students in a manner consistent with the College's mission. It is based on a foundation of respect and sensitivity to persons of all cultures and backgrounds, and oriented toward service to underserved populations. Students are educated to be well versed 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. Your education here will be guided by a group of faculty who are committed to the physician assistant profession and to seeing you achieve success as a graduate of the program. With a PA degree from Augsburg College, you will stand out as a person who cares about changing the world one person at a time, and who is willing to risk becoming different by building on your strengths. Since its founding in 1995, our program graduates have achieved many successes, some of which include: • The Classes of 2001, 2004, and 2007 scored among the highest mean averages in the nation on the National Board Exam. • 95% of Augsburg College PA graduates have successfully passed the National Board Exam on their first try. • ALL graduates seeking employment in the PA field have been employed within six months of graduation. We believe that this success is due in part to the quality of the education and preparation that the student receives in the Augsburg PA Program. In addition, it speaks to the kind of students we attract; hard working, committed individuals dedicated to their goal of becoming a physician assistant. Choosing the PA Program at Augsburg College will require you to move beyond current comforts and assumptions. You will likely encounter people of different backgrounds, and learn from their experiences to transform yourself into a competent and caring healthcare provider. Here you will begin your lifelong commitment to the care and well being of people. Dawn B. Ludwig, PhD, PA-C Director, Physician Assistant Studies Program student has been in for the required rotations, or may be elsewhere in the state. The clinical education is taught by physicians, and supplemented by physician assistants and other healthcare providers. Each student is evaluated by the physician preceptor for the designated rotation. Nine times during the clinical phase students will return to Augsburg for testing as well as didactic and clinical skill workshops. CLINICAL PHASE DESCRIPTIONS PA 600 Family Medicine Clinical Practicum A six-week required rotation which emphasizes the pathophysiology, evaluation, diagnosis, and management of systemic diseases and conditions unique to the clinical practice of family medicine. Inclusion of proper data collection through history and physical examination, formulation of accurate problem lists, thorough investigation and development of treatment plans utilizing evidence-based medicine as determined by review and analysis of current medical literature. Prerequisite: Clinical phase PA student PA 601 Internal Medicine Clinical Practicum A six-week required rotation which emphasizes the pathophysiology, evaluation, diagnosis, and management of systemic diseases and conditions unique to the clinical practice of internal medicine. Inclusion of proper data collection through history and physical examination, formulation of accurate problem lists, thorough investigation, and development of treatment plans utilizing evidence based medicine as determined by review and analysis of current medical literature. Prerequisite: Clinical phase PA student PA 602 General Surgery Clinical Practicum A six-week required rotation which emphasizes the pathophysiology, evaluation, diagnosis, and management of systemic diseases and surgical conditions unique to the clinical practice of general surgery. Inclusion of proper data collection through history and physical examination, formulation of accurate problem lists, thorough investigation, and development of treatment plans utilizing evidence-based medicine as determined by review and analysis of current medical literature. Prerequisite: Clinical phase PA student PA 603 Pediatric Clinical Practicum A six-week required rotation which emphasizes the pathophysiology, evaluation, diagnosis, and management of systemic diseases and surgical conditions unique to the clinical practice of pediatrics. Inclusion of proper data collection through history and physical examination, formulation of accurate problem lists, thorough investigation, and development of treatment plans utilizing evidence-based medicine as determined by review and analysis of current medical literature. Prerequisite: Clinical phase PA student PA 604 Women's Health Clinical Practicum A six-week required rotation which emphasizes the pathophysiology, evaluation, diagnosis, and management of systemic diseases and surgical conditions unique to the clinical practice of women's health. Inclusion of proper data callee- tion through history and physical examination, formulation of accurate problem lists, thorough investigation, and development of treatment plans utilizing evidence-based medicine as determined by review and analysis of current medical literature. Prerequisite: Clinical phase PA student PA 605 Emergency Medicine Clinical Practicum A six-week required rotation which emphasizes the pathophysiology, evaluation, diagnosis, and management of systemic diseases and surgical conditions unique to the clinical practice of emergency medicine. Inclusion of proper data collection through history and physical examination, formulation of accurate problem lists, thorough investigation, and development of treatment plans utilizing evidencebased medicine as determined by review and analysis of current medical literature. Prerequisite: Clinical phase PA student PA 606 Psychiatry Clinical Practicum A six-week required rotation which emphasizes the pathophysiology, evaluation, diagnosis, and management of psychiatric diseases and conditions unique to the clinical practice of psychiatric medicine. Inclusion of proper data collection through history and physical examination, formulation of accurate problem lists, thorough investigation, and development of treatment plans utilizing evidencebased medicine as determined by review and analysis of current medical literature. Prerequisite: Clinical phase PA student PA 607 Elective Clinical Practicum A six-week required rotation which emphasizes the pathophysiology, evaluation, diagnosis, and management of diseases and conditions unique to the clinical practice of medicine. Students are allowed to choose, in consultation with the clinical coordinator, the area of medicine in which they would like to study as their elective. Prerequisite: Clinical phase PA student PA 620 or 621 or 622 Preceptorship A required 12-week rotation at the completion of the clinical phase. This course provides the student a final opportunity to develop the skills unique to the clinical practice of medicine. Inclusion of proper data collection through history and physical examination, formulation of accurate problem lists, thorough investigation, and development of treatment plans incorporating evidence-based medicine as determined by review and analysis of current medical literature. Can be completed in 620 Family Medicine, 621 General Medicine Specialty, or 622 Surgical Specialty. Prerequisite: PA 600-607 PA 690 Capstone This course provides each student the opportunity to present results of their individual research topic and to synthesize previous study and work experience in preparation for graduation and clinical practice. The student will demonstrate an understanding of the program's and profession's principles. Prerequisite: PA 600-607 • Demonstration of a commitment to, and involvement with, underserved communities. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Complete and current-year admission guidelines can be found on our website at www.augsburg.edu/pa. Note: The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is not required. Admission to any physician assistant program is a highly competitive process. Augsburg College's graduate program in physician assistant studies receives approximately 250 applications for each entering class of 28 students. The Augsburg Physician Assistant Studies program has a two-step application process-applying through CASPA and to Augsburg's PA Studies Program. Qualified applicants will have: • Bachelor's degree (in any major) from a regionally-accredited four-year institution • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 • Completed the prerequisite courses listed below PA Studies Application Process 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 www.caspaonline.org. 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. If you have already completed your undergraduate degree, prerequisites must be completed by the end of fall semester (no later than December 30) of the year you are applying. If you are completing your first undergraduate degree, you may complete prerequisite course work in the spring semester of the year you are applying; however, that coursework must be completed prior to the start date of the program. All course prerequisites must have been passed with a grade of C (2.0) or higher. Meeting minimum prerequisites does not guarantee admission into the program. You will be considered an eligible applicant if you have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (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 situation. Augsburg's PA Program Supplemental Application can be downloaded from www.augsburg.edu/pa. It is important for the applicant to determine whether he or she is in fact eligible to apply to the PA Studies Program, as the $25 supplemental application fee is non-refundable. You will be required to print and sign the supplemental application and mail it to the program by the application deadline. Since all incoming students begin the course of study in late May, the application is thus made approximately a year before matriculation. • one full course of general psychology • one full course of developmental psychology (birth to death lifespan) • one full course of physiology* (human/vertebrate/organ) • one full course of microbiology* • one full course of biochemistry* • one full course of general statistics • one course of medical terminology *Labs are recommended but not required. Refer to our "Guide to Prerequisites" on our website to help you with your prerequisite course selections. The following are strongly recommended but not required: • Minimum science GPA of 3.0 • Additional science courses such as anatomy, genetics, immunology, other biology courses, and organic chemistry • Clinical healthcare experience. Direct patient contact is the best type of experience to obtain in order to strengthen an application. Healthcare experience may be full time or part time, paid or volunteer. Selection Process All complete files ( CASPA and Supplemental Applications that meet requirements) will be reviewed by the admissions committee. The admissions committee procedures utilize a blind review, so applicant demographic data is unknown (e.g., race, age, gender). Each file is reviewed by members of the committee. The selection committee looks for a balanced application by reviewing many criteria including cumulative GPA, science GPA, overall academic record, service to underserved (meaning disadvantaged, minority; or under-represented populations), direct patient contact experience, knowledge of the profession, fit with the program goals and mission, and recommendation letters. Once the committee has completed the file review, a group of candidates is selected for a telephone interview. The telephone interviews are generally conducted in mid- to lateJanuary. In addition, those selected for a telephone interview are invited to a Candidate Information Session in the program to meet faculty, staff, current students, and to view the facilities. After telephone interviews are conducted, the class of 28 students, as well as a list of alternates will be selected. All applicants are notified of their status by midFebruary. PA PROGRAM POLICIES Technical Standards • The Augsburg College Department of Physician Assistant Studies is pledged to the admission and matriculation of all qualified students and prohibits unlawful discrimination against anyone on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, status without regard to public assistance or disability. • Regarding disabled individuals, the PA department is committed to provide reasonable accommodations and will not discriminate against individuals who are qualified, but will expect all applicants and students to meet certain minimal technical standards, with or without reasonable accommodations. Physician assistants 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 this department must have, with or without reasonable accommodation, multiple abilities and skills including visual, oral-auditory, motor, cognitive, and behavioral/ social. Candidates for admission and progression must be able to perform these abilities and skills in a reasonably independent manner. • Visual: Candidates must be able to observe and participate in experiments in the basic sciences. In order to make proper clinical decisions, candidates must be able to observe a patient accurately. Candidates must be able to acquire information from written documents, films, slides, or videos. Candidates must also be able to interpret X-ray and other graphic images, and digital or analog representations of physiologic phenomena, such as EKGs with or without the use of assistive devices . Thus, functional use of vision is necessary. • Oral-Auditory: Candidates must be able to communicate effectively and sensitively with patients. Candidates must also be able to communicate effectively and efficiently with other members of the healthcare team. In emergency situations, candidates must be able to understand and convey information essential for the safe and effective care of patients in a clear, unambiguous, and rapid fashion. In addition, candidates must have the ability to relate information to and receive information from patients in a caring and confidential manner. • Motor: Candidates must possess the motor skills necessary to perform palpation, percussion, auscultation, and other diagnostic maneuvers. Candidates must be able to execute motor movements reasonably required to provide general and emergency medical care such as airway management, placement of intravenous catheters, cardiopul- • • monary resuscitation, and application of pressure to control bleeding. These skills require coordination of both gross and fine muscular movements, equilibrium, and integrated use of the senses of touch and vision. Cognitive: In order to effectively solve clinical problems, candidates must be able to measure, evaluate, reason, analyze, integrate, and synthesize in a timely fashion. In addition, they must be able to comprehend three dimensional relationships and to understand the special relationships of structures. Social: Candidates 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. Tests and Evaluations: In order to evaluate the competence and quality of candidates, the Augsburg Physician Assistant Program employs periodic examinations as an essential component of the physician assistant curriculum. Successful completion of these examinations is required of all candidates as a condition for continued progress through the curriculum. Reasonable accommodation will be made in the form or manner of administration of these evaluations where necessary and possible. Clinical Assessments: Demonstration of clinical competence is also of fundamental importance to the career and curriculum progression of the candidates. Therefore, the process of faculty evaluation of the clinical performance of candidates is an integral and essential part of the curriculum. Although reasonable accommodation will be made, participation in clinical experiences and the evaluation of that participation is required. 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 year or preceptorship. 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 ou tline the circumstances and reasons for withdrawal. Students will be requested to conduct an exit interview with the program director prior to leaving the program. See page 5 for information on withdrawal. 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. Students who submit letters will be reviewed by the program faculty. Any student requesting readmission will be considered a new applicant to the program and will be required to complete the program application process as a new applicant, and may be required to repeat coursework. Reapplication does not guarantee readmission to the Physician Assistant Program. After careful review of the student's previous academic record and the request for readmission, a decision will be made. Students may be required to repeat selected coursework or meet new requirements of the Physician Assistant Program that became effective after the student's withdrawal. A decision will also be rendered as to what program coursework will be considered for credit as completed. COSTS OF THE PA PROGRAM For tuition information go to www.augsburg.edu/pa. Payment Options For complete and current payment options go to the Enrollment Center website at www.augsburg.edu/enroll. FACULTY Beth Alexander , Associate Professor of Physician Assistant Studies. BS, PharmD, University of Minnesota. Eric Barth , Assistant Professor of Physician Assistant Studies. BA, University of St. Thomas; BS, PA Certificate, Trevecca Nazarene University; MPAS, University of Nebraska. Heather Bidinger, Assistant Professor and Clinical Coordinator, Physician Assistant Studies. BA, University of St. Thomas; MMS, PA Certification, St. Louis University. Donna De Gracia, Assistant Professor of Physician Assistant Studies. BA, Ohio State University; MPAS, University of Nebraska; PA Certification, Bowman Gray School of Medicine. Dawn Ludwig , Assistant Professor and Director, Physician Assistant Studies. BA, MS, University of Colorado; PhD , Capella University; PA Certification, University of Colorado. Patricia Marincic , Associate Professor and Academic Coordinator, Physician Assistant Studies. BS, Purdue University; MS, Colorado State University; PhD, Utah State University. Steven Nerheim , Instructor and Medical Director, Physician Assistant Studies. MD , University of Minnesota; MDiv, Luther Seminary. Brenda Talarico , Assistant Professor of Physician Assistant Studies. BS, University of Minnesota; MPAS, University of Nebraska; PA Certification, Augsburg College. Master of Social Work Master of Social Worl< 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 but at the same time offer the flexibility to help them meet their individual goals. Attending Augsburg College will transform and develop your professional life in unexpected ways. If you are interested in learning more about our program, I invite you to come to campus for an information session. In that session, we will show you our tightly integrated curriculum, explain our cohort model, and introduce you to some of our faculty and staff. We also invite you to meet individually with our faculty and staff, who are available for appointments. 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 SWK 620 Research 2: Practice Evaluation Building on the basic research skills developed in Research I, this course offers a practice-oriented exploration of the range of research methods used in social work practice evaluation. There will be a particular focus on evaluative research, a critique of the role of research in assessing efficiency and effectiveness in social service delivery, and identification with the responsibility of social workers to "expand the knowledge base" of social work The course emphasizes research as a tool at all levels of social work and will be concerned with strengthening the linkages between research, theory, and practice evaluation. Students completing the thesis will have additional assignments fitting the thesis. SWK 625 Family Practice I The family practice methods sequence builds upon the theoretical framework of systems theory, the problem-solving model, and the strengths perspective from the foundation year. This first course in the sequence introduces students to the family level of need conceptual framework (Kilpatrick & Holland, 1999) as the foundation for choice of models for assessment and intervention with diverse families in a variety of practice settings. Family level of need is conceptualized as a hierarchy of needs ranging from basic survival to issues of intimacy or self-actualization of family members. Levels I (assessment and intervention models and strategies directed at basic survival needs) and II (structure and organization of families) will be taught. Presentation of the models will be integrated with current research, family policy; values, ethics, and global perspectives. SWK 626 Family Practice 2 This second course in the family practice methods sequence proceeds to Levels Ill and IV of the family level of need framework (see above). These levels focus on boundaries, conflict, and intimacy. Students will gain a working knowledge of strategies derived from these models. Presentation of the models will be integrated with current research, family policy, values, ethics, and global perspectives. Prerequisite: SWK 625 SWK 627 Family Practice 3 This third course in the family practice methods sequence offers students a selection of one course from two or more special topics, such as Advanced Family Therapy or Mental Health Practice. This will be an opportunity to tailor the skills learned in Family Practice 1 and 2 to an area of specialization within practice with families. Prerequisite: SWK 626 SWK 630 Family Social Policy This course explores the impact of social policies on diverse families, including policies that relate to housing, income maintenance, health, long-term care, education, and discrimination. This course has a dual purpose: to teach substantive knowledge of child and family policy and to teach policy practice skills. The diversity in families as well as ethnic , racial, cultural, and social class differences will be immersed in all content areas. National and international political, social, and economic systems will be a reference point. SWK 634 Creative Problem Solving in Supervision (.5 credit) This course examines knowledge and skill building in the administrative, educational, and supportive functions of social work supervision. The interactional model, creative problem solving, and strengths perspective are the frameworks for understanding and influencing the dynamics of supervision in a variety of settings. SWK 639 Topics in Family Practice: Ethics (.5 credit) Social workers and other human service professionals are often faced with ethical dilemmas and choices requiring ethical decision-making in all fields of practice. The purpose of this course is to help students acquire the knowledge base for ethical practice and to develop skills in identifying and resolving ethical dilemmas. Also, the course will provide students with tools required to make ethical decisions when confronted with conflicting choices occurring within the context of a profession with a specific values base and a code of ethics addressing ethical principles and standards related to clients, colleagues, employers, the profession of social work, and society. Program Development, Policy, and Administration Concentration Courses SWK 651 AND 652 Field Seminar 3 and 4: PDPA (.5 credit each) The goal of these two courses is to strengthen the connections between theory and practice with both taking on new dimension and meaning for students. All students in field placements must participate in the appropriate concurrent Field Seminar. As part of this integrative function, the seminar also serves as a means for making connections among course components and the expansion of classroom content-particularly as relating to dynamics of groups, communities, and organizations; human behavior; policy analysis; and research. SWK 65 7 AND 658 Diversity and Inequality I and 2: PDPA (.5 credit each) These courses explore diversity and social inequality related to race, ethnicity, social class, gender, sexual orientation, age, and disability with application to the social service setting. Students focus on the structural and institutional processes through which social inequality is created and perpetuated. Institutional remedies for inequality are studied, such as affirmative action and equal opportunity policy; culturally competent supervision, administration, program development, and advocacy. SWK 660 Research 2: Program Evaluation Building on the basic research skills developed in Research 1, this course offers a program-oriented exploration of the range of research methods used in social work There will be a particular focus on evaluative research, a critique of the role of research in assessing efficiency and effectiveness in social service delivery; and identification with the responsibility of social workers "to expand the knowledge base" of social work The course emphasizes research as a tool at all levels of social work and will be concerned with strengthening the linkages between research, theory, and program evaluation. SWK 667 Organizations/Social Administrative Practice 1 This course examines organizational theory and strucLure, processes of development, research, and evaluation, and social work values and ethics in the workplace. The need to work effectively within an organizational context means that social work practitioners must acquire a level of expertise in organization theory, dynamics, structure, and behavior, and also an understanding of how organizations provide practice opportunities and constraints. This course provides opportunities for students to build the necessary skills to become effective service providers or change agents in the context of their work in social service organizations. SWK 668 Organizations/Social Administrative Practice 2 This course builds on the theoretical knowledge base of SWK 667 and is intended to provide students with opportunities to apply those critical skills used in supervision and management. These skills are intended as a base for the beginning administrator. This course expects the student to develop specific skills in budgeting and personnel/human resource functions (e.g., recruitment, selection, hiring, training, and evaluation). Prerequisite: SWK 667 SWK 669 Organizations/Social Administrative Practice 3 This course explores strategies and methods for working effectively with other service agencies, legislative and policy-making bodies, regulatory agencies, and advocacy groups. Prerequisite: SWK 668 SWK 675 Planning and Policy Practice 1 This course examines theoretical and conceptual ideas concerning human services, their rationale in a market economy, and their relationship to public policy. Students will gain knowledge and build skills in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of services at various levels of system design, taking into account organizational, financial, and technological dimensions within an analytical framework of defined need and demand for service. SWK 676 Planning and Policy Practice 2 This course examines theories, concepts, and analytical frameworks for analyzing policy. lt addresses the role of economics, demographics, politics, values, and other relevant factors on policy design and implementation. The course emphasizes the analysis of selected existing or proposed policies in such areas as social insurance (e.g., Social Security), welfare reform, health care, long-term care, and tax policy including tax expenditures. Prerequisite: SWK 675 Both Concentrations SWK 699 General Elective Students in both concentrations complete at least one general elective credit for graduation. The following are examples of elective offerings that are rotated each year: • Parent and Professional Planning • Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Aging • Child Welfare: History, Policy, and Practice • Social Work with Involuntary Clients • Spirituality in Social Work and Human Services We also offer electives abroad: Exploring Human Services in International Settings (Examples include England, Mexico , Norway, Portugal, Slovenia, and Taiwan.) SWK 698 Independent Study Students may propose to complete an independent study project. Such directed study projects provide the opportunity for a student to explore a particular area of social work that is of interest to him or her. A faculty sponsor must be secured and a proposal submitted to the Social Work Department. On rare occasions, an independent study may be used to satisfy the general elective requirement. Prior approval is required. Courses that are part of the required curriculum may not be taken as independent study. FIELD WORK AND FIELD PLACEMENT Social work education goes beyond the classroom. Through the field experience, we expect that sLUdents 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 Family Practice or Program Development, Policy, and Administration settings • evaluation of the effecLiveness of program or practice activities • an understanding of, and respecL 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 professionallytrained, MSW-level, and program-approved field instructors, students will spend a minimum of 920 hours in two field practica. Each practicum is spread over at least two trimesters (fall and winter) and is concurrent with enrollment in field work integrative 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 winter terms 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 winter terms in this practicum. Process for Field Practicum Selection Field practica begin in the fall. Selection begins the previous spring in collaboration with two other Twin Cities MSW programs. Students attend the student field orientation before beginning their search. The opportunity is also provided to attend a Field Fair held jointly by Augsburg College and the University of Minnesota School of Social Work. At this Field Fair, students are able to 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 the three 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 work with the MSW field coordinator for such proposals. • • • • • • • • victims of torture faith-based social services neighborhood services legislation advocacy housing services employment services community organizing research centers DUAL DEGREE IN SOCIAL WORK AND THEOLOGY Augsburg College's Department of Social Work (Minneapolis) and Luther Seminary (St. Paul) offer a dual degree: Master of Social Work and Master of Arts in theology (MSW/MA) or Master of Divinity (MSW/MDiv). The dual degree has been approved by both institutions and by the Council on Social Work Education. If you are interested in combining a Master of Social Work with a Master of Arts in Theology, we recommend you begin with the Luther Seminary program first and identify yourself as seeking the dual degree. For application information visit the Luther Seminary website at www.luthersem.edu/catalog/05_07/ dual_msw.asp. Purpose The dual degree focuses on meeting the educational interests of people planning to serve the spiritual and social needs of families, individuals, and communities in both rural and urban settings. Both institutions have a commitment to social and economic justice and to teamwork in the pastoral and human service settings. This joint program is ecumenical in its admission policies as well as its academic outlook. Objectives Field Practicum Settings Three primary objectives have been established: The Augsburg field faculty are committed to the success of each student in a stimulating and challenging field practicum. Our current list of approved field sites includes agencies in the following areas of practice: • To educate practitioners in social work and ministry who can combine the values, skills, and knowledge of both theology and social work to serve people in more holistic ways. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 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 • To generate the partnerships necessary to serve the complex needs of communities and people experiencing transition in their lives, including the change of government support for those in poverty. • To prepare practitioners to seek the strengths of interdisciplinary teams in the human service and pastoral settings. Enrollment Dual degree students enroll in Luther Seminary courses first. Upon completion of this first year of courses, students then enroll in Augsburg courses for a second and third year (full-time). In the dual degree, Luther Seminary offers nine courses which can be completed in one year if pursued fulltime. The remaining Luther Seminary course requirements are waived and replaced by the Augsburg MSW curriculum. At Augsburg, dual degree students complete the entire MSW curriculum with the exception of the general elective. Course Format and Field Practicum Luther Seminary courses are offered on a weekday schedule and Augsburg College courses are offered on a weekend schedule. The field practicum is incorporated into the Augsburg curriculum and will be in a setting reflective of the dual degree program, such as congregational multidisciplinary teams, nursing home chaplaincy, and social work teams. The Luther Seminary program and the Augsburg College program are both full-time; it is not feasible for students to do both programs simultaneously. Summary of Dual Degree Requirements Luther Seminary full courses: 9 Augsburg College full credits: 12-advanced standing, 17-foundation (elective is met at Luther) MSW field practicum course credit hours: see guidelines under field practicum MSW Summative Evaluation Project Admission to the Dual Degree It is the responsibility of dual degree students to be aware of application deadlines for both institutions. Applicants must apply to each program separately. Please note: admission to one institution does not guarantee admission to the other. To request the catalog and application materials, you must contact each program separately. Financial aid is also a separate process. ADMISSION TO THE MSW PROGRAM The Augsburg College MSW program promotes the widest possible diversity within its student populatiop.. 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 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 following materials must be submitted to Augsburg's Adult and Graduate Admissions Office: • Completed and signed application form-www.augsburg.edu/msw or call 612-330-1520. The application completion deadline is January 15 each year for entry in the following academic year. All applica- tions and materials noted below are due by 5 p.m. on the application completion deadline. • $35 application fee • One official transcript from each previously attended postsecondary institution. This includes colleges, universities, and vocational/technical institutions. • Liberal arts prerequisite coursework including four social sciences, three humanities, one biology, and one statistics course. These courses must be completed prior to enrolhnent. • Completed BSW course equivalency checklist (for advanced standing applicants) • Three completed and signed recommendation checklist forms , with letters attached • Typed, double-spaced personal statement responding to the questions noted on the application form • Results of the TOEFL language tests (for non-native English speakers) • 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 on page 9. 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 eight (8.0) transfer credits. (See evaluation of Transfer Credit on p. 6.) Eligible courses must be from a CSWE-accredited program and must receive a grade of B (3.0) or higher. Students must complete no fewer than 10 (10.0) courses at Augsburg in order to receive their MSW degree from Augsburg College. Admission with Advanced Standing Advanced standing is an application category open to those with a bachelor's degree in social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) . Advanced standing applicants may seek waivers for up to eight of the following MSW courses: Human Behavior and the Social Environment, History of Social Welfare Policy, Practice Methods 1 and 2, and Integrative Fieldwork 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 (3 .0) or higher in order to receive a waiver. Admissions Q&A What do I do if my cumulative GPA is below 3.0? Our faculty are willing to review the application files of applicants with a cumulative GPA below 3.0; however, the comparative standard remains 3.0 or higher. A small percentage of applicants not meeting the GPA prerequisite may be admitted, if otherwise qualified. If your GPA is below 3.0, you must include a brief "Explanation of GPA" with your application documents. You should address the following questions: • Were there limitations that affected your GPA? If so, what is your plan to address these limitations? • Were there extenuating circumstances contributing to the GPA? If so , have those circumstances been resolved? Is human service experience required? Although it is not a requirement, strong preference is given to those applicants with paid or volunteer experience in human services, particularly experience that demonstrates responsibility and leadership. Applicants are advised that MSW field placement options may be limited for those who lack prior human service experience. What if my prerequisite coursework is not done? We require nine prerequisite courses for admission to our MSW program. These include four social science courses, three humanities courses, one biology course, and one statistics course. We are willing to review an application if at least seven of the nine prerequisites are finished at the time of application. This means a maximum of two prerequisites can be pending or unfinished at the time of application and the file will still be reviewed. In the event an offer of admission is extended, it will be conditioned on completion of any outstanding prerequisite courses before enrollment in MSW courses. What if my bachelor's degree is not yet finished when I apply? We are willing to review the application file of an applicant who is lacking one semester or two trimesters of coursework (including practicum) at the time of application. This means that when you apply to our program in January; if you have just finished your final fall semester but still have a final spring term to complete, you must ensure that your fall grades have been posted to the official transcript before having it sent to our office for your application. In the event an offer of admission is extended, it will be conditional on the completion of the bachelor's degree before enrollment in MSW courses. Is academic credit granted for life or work experience? Although experience will make for a strong application file, we are unable to waive any degree requirements for work or life experience. This is the policy in all CSWE-accredited programs. May I seek course waivers for the MSW courses listed on the BSSW Equivalency Checklist if I have taken these equivalent courses at the undergraduate level, but did not major in social work? Unfortunately; no. We offer course waivers for certain MSW courses only when the entire BSSW major (CSWE-accred- ited) has been completed by an applicant and we can therefore assume the applicant has been adequately prepared as a generalist social worker. For the particular MSW courses open for waiver to these advanced standing applicants, we expect a grade of B or higher in the BSSW equivalent course. But it also is expected that the remaining BSSW courses from the social work major were completed satisfactorily and the applicant graduated with an accredited bachelor's degree. If an equivalent course has been taken from another MSW program, please ask us about our transfer of credit procedure. Who makes the admission decision on my application file? Each application file is reviewed by three full-time social work faculty who each make a recommendation on the file. These recommendations are taken to the Social Work Admissions Committee which then renders a final admission decision. How long should my personal statement be? On average, MSW applicants submit a personal statement between three and five pages (double spaced). Approximately one page per question is considered adequate. Fewer than three pages is probably too brief, but more than eight is probably too much. May I visit to speak with someone for advice on putting together the strongest possible MSW application? Absolutely! You may contact our graduate admissions counselor at 612-330-1520 or e-mail to mswinfo@augsburg.edu to schedule an advising appointment. ACADEMIC POLICIES Academic Achievement Students must maintain at least 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. If the cumulative grade point average again falls below 3.0, the student may be dismissed from the program. Students are retained in the program who can: • maintain expected grade point average (3.0 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 2.0 or 2.5 will count toward the degree. Courses with a grade below 2.0 must be repeated. No more than two courses can be repeated. Only the credits and grades earned the second time are counted in the grade point average. If a student receives a grade of N in a field course the MSW director will initiate a Level III 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 distributed to newlyadmitted students at our field orientation prior to seeking the field placement. www.aauw.org www.gradview.com www.finaid.org www.petersons.com www.students.gov www.srnexpress.com Four-Year Limit All students are required to finish the degree within four years of matriculation. See page 5 for policy on Continutation 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. A leave of absence typically requires a full year away from the program in order to return to classes in sequence. 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) . 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 Handbook, which is distributed to newly-admitted students and can be found at www.augsburg.edu/socialwork/msw/policies.html. Graduate Scholarship Search Tips Searching for grants and scholarships for graduate study can be an arduous task. 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 some time doing your own independent research into graduate funding available locally, nationally; and globally. The simplest way to begin a search for graduate funding is to look online. There are many "free" scholarship search engines on the Web. We suggest you start with these before moving on to the fee-based ser vices. As with most free services, there is a draw-back-your e-mail address may be shared with other organizations that may send you solicitations. You should always use caution when providing your personal information via the Internet. Make sure the webpage you are using to enter a "profile" about yourself is protected by a security system. This is usually indicated by your browser with a closed padlock icon in the lower right corner. You should also check the fine print and know if anything besides your e-mail address will be sold to other organizations. Having said that, the following websites may provide a good starting point for your search : www.naswfoundation.org www.gradloans.com www.cswe.org www.gradschools.com www.mnsocialserviceassoc.org www.fastweb.com 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, GLBT, 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 injune (see www.mnsocialserviceassoc.org). Resources in Academic Libraries Most academic libraries have several directories to peruse if you prefer using hard print. Examples in Augsburg's library reference section: Grants Register Directory of Financial Aids for Women Scholarships and Other Financial Aid for Minnesota Students Financial Aid for Native Americans 1999-2000 (part of a series consisting of additional volumes for African Americans, Hispanic Americans and Asian Americans .) Augsburg Scholarships Augsburg's Social Work Department offers several scholarships each year. These are available to second-year students only. They range in amount from $300 to $3,000. 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. Suemning 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 trimester. This would apply to all trimesters of your MSW program. Military Discount (see page 11.) Other Resources There is a general guide on Augsburg's webpage that gives advice to "seniors" about finding funding for graduate school-go to www.augsburg.edu/gradstudy. ACCREDITATIONS AND AFFILIATIONS Augsburg College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The Augsburg Master of Social Work program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education ( CSWE). For a complete list of Augsburg's accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see page 3. MSW FORUM All MSW students are invited to participate in the studentrun organization, 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 department governance, curriculum development, and program improvements. As such, forum members are invited to attend Social Work department meetings via representatives. The forum historically has been volunteer based. Any student may serve on the forum, provided he or she 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. • receive and give feedback on expectations of faculty, students, and the College • plan and coordinate MSW student events, lectures, discussions • organize social action projects FACULTY Anthony Bibus, III, Professor of Social Work, Department Chair. BA., College of St. Thomas; MA, University of Virginia; PhD , University of Minnesota. Laura Boisen, Associate 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, Associate Professor of Social Work, MSW Program Director. BA, Northwestern College; MSW, University of Iowa; PhD, University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign. Francine Chakolis, Assistant Professor of Social Work. BS , Augsburg College; MSW, University of Minnesota. Ankita Deka, Assistant Professor of Social Work. BA, Delhi University; MSW, Tata Institute of Social Sciences. Christina Erickson , Assistant Professor of Social Work. BS, University of Minnesota; MSW, University of MinnesotaDuluth; PhD, University of Illinois-Chicago. Annette Gerten, Assistant Professor of Social Work BA, College of St. Catherine; MSW, University of Michigan; PhD, University of Minnesota. Barbara Lehmann, Associate Professor of Social Work. BA , Knox College; MSW, Tulane University; PhD, Case Western Reserve Universit. Rosemary J. Link, Professor of Social Work and Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of Graduate Studies. BA, Southampton University; CQSW, London University; PhD , University of Minnesota. Curt Paulsen, Associate Professor of Social Work. BA, St. Olaf College; MSW, University of Minnesota; PhD, The Field Institute. Past forum members established these guidelines: Nancy Rodenborg , Associate Professor of Social Work. BA, Indiana University; MSW, University of Minnesota; MIA, School oflnternational Training; PhD, University of Arizona. • provide an avenue for students to share and discuss ideas and/or concerns related to the MSW educational experience with the Social Work Department Glenda Dewberry Rooney , Professor of Social Work. BS, University of North Texas; MSW, University of Illinois; PhD , University of Minnesota . • encourage constructive dialogue among students, faculty, and department and College administrators • make recommendations to the department regarding program improvements Michael Schock, Assistant Professor of Social Work. BA, University of Washington; MSW, University of Minnesota; PhD, University of Washington. Maryann Syers, Associate Professor of Social Work. BA, Arizona State University; MSW, PhD, University of Minnesota. Ngoh-Tiong Tan, Professor of Social Work. BA, University of Singapore; MSW, University of Pennsylvania; PhD, University of Minnesota. STAFF Emily Cronk, Administrative Assistant Doran Edwards, BSSW Assistant Director Holley Locher, MSW Program Coordinator Stacy Myhre, Field Assistant Augsburg College Map Forest Lake 1. Center for Counseling and Health Promotion 2. Weekend and Graduate Admissions 3. Air Structure Entrance (November through March) 4. Edor-Nelson Athletic Field and Seasonal Air Structure 5. Christensen Center and Day Admissions 6. MBA Program 7. Foss, Lo beck, Miles, Center for Worship, Drama and Communication 8. Sverdrup Hall 9. Husby-Strommen Tennis Courts 10. Ice Arena 11. Marketing and Communications 12. Lindell Library 13. Maintenance and Grounds Shop 14. Mortensen Hall 15. Murphy Place 16. Murphy Park 17. Music Hall 18. New Residence Hall 19. Old Main 20. Anderson Hall 21. Quad 22. Science Hall 23. Public Safety Communications Center 24. Shipping and Receiving 25. Si Melby Hall 26. Sverdrup-Oftedal Memorial Hall 27. Urness Hall 28. Kennedy Center 29. Oren Gateway Center 74 Rochester ~ 0 lJ -I :i: 6th Street S. I\) "' :f ~Interstate 94 West Interstate 94 East ===?- Augsburg College Board of Regents 2008-2009 Andra Adolfson Dan W. Anderson '65 Jackie Cherryhomes '76 Mark A. Eustis Anthony Genia, MD '85 Alexander J. Gonzalez '90 Michael R.Good '71 Norman R. Hagfors Jodi Harpstead Richard C. Hartnack Rolf Jacobson Rev. Craig E. Johnson, ex officio Ruth E.Johnson, MD '74 Eric J. Jolly Dean Kennedy Dean C. Kopperud Andre J. Lewis '73 Gloria Lewis Jennifer H. Martin Marie 0. McNeff Paul S. Mueller, MD '84 Rev. Duane C. Pederson, ex officio Stephen Sheppard Marshall S. Stanton, MD Philip Styrlund '79 Emily Anne Tuttle Joan Volz '68 Rev. Norman W. Wahl '76 Bonnie Wallace 75 ------ - -- - -- - - --- - -- - --..- ..
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Show more 2010-2011 Undergraduate Catalog www.augsburg.edu Augsburg College Undergraduate Catalog 2010-2011 Official Publication of Augsburg College 2211 Riverside Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55454 612-330-1000 This catalog should answer most questions students have about Augsburg College undergraduate education and its curriculum. Although information was current at the time of publication, it is subject to change without notice. The written policies in the catalog are the College policies in force at the time of publication. It is the responsibility of each student to know the requirements and academic policies in this publication. If you have questions about anything in this catalog, consult Academic Advising, a faculty adviser, the dean of the College, or the registrar. Key offices are listed on page 8 for correspondence or telephone inquiries. Published 2010 www.augsburg.edu A college catalog is a wonderful text, full of detail and data that offer all of us a map to our lives together as a college community. What has prompted you to study this map of Augsburg College? If you’re already enrolled at Augsburg, I trust that you will continue to find here the awe and wonder of an educational experience that is meaningful and challenging. I hope that you will be reminded of the relationships and commitments you have formed at Augsburg — they will last a lifetime. I also hope that you find in this map signposts of the progress you have made in your vocational journey and that you will continue to believe that you have rightly chosen Augsburg as the community in which you will spend time for the next several years. If you are studying this map to find out more about Augsburg College and an Augsburg education, welcome. I believe you will find it not only tells you about the character and essence of our institution, A Greeting from the President but also about our mission of service, particularly about those whom we serve in a modern, vibrant city. Augsburg is located in the heart of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, and it is in the city that our College both serves and thrives. As you study here, you will find a setting that not only provides remarkable learning opportunities, but one in which you will be able to share your own talents and skills. Augsburg’s challenging academic environment is enhanced by both education and service experiences that transform theory into action and unite the liberal arts with the practical in preparing students as faithful citizens in a global society. The experience you are undertaking at Augsburg — or thinking of undertaking — will occur on a small campus in the core of a great city; it will be led by faculty preoccupied with your welfare and the emergence and refinement of your vocational plans. As you join Augsburg College, or consider doing so, please know that those of us who await you here find the College an exciting place, full of diversity and yet possessed of a community dedicated to higher learning and good living. Here you can find your way in the world. May this map be your faithful guide! Sincerely yours, Paul C. Pribbenow President 4 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 Table of Contents Academic Calendar – 6 Directory – 8 Introducing Augsburg – 10 Facts and Figures – 15 Undergraduate Admissions – 17 Weekend College – 17 Financing Your Education – 20 Student Life – 26 Academic Information – 36 Graduate Programs – 47 Departments and Programs (majors, minors, and course descriptions) – 64 Board of Regents – 245 ELCA Program Unit for Vocation and Education – 246 Faculty and Administration – 247 Maps – 263 Index – 264 Augsburg College 2010-2011 I5 2010-2011 Academic Calendar Day Program (and PA program) The academic calendar is subject to change. Refer to the registrar’s webpage for updated calendar and registration information at www.augsburg.edu/registrar. Fall Term 2010 Summer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . September 5-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . September 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . October 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . November 8-24 ­­­­­ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . November 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . November 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . December 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . December 13-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . First-year registration New student orientation Classes begin Mid-term break (one day only) Registration for spring Thanksgiving recess begins Classes resume Classes end Final exams Spring Term 2011 January 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Classes begin March 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mid-term break begins March 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Classes resume April 4-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Registration for fall April 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Easter break begins April 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Classes end May 2-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Final exams May 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baccalaureate/Commencement ­­­­ The multi-year calendar for planning purposes can be found at www.augsburg.edu/registrar. Please note that future years are subject to change.­ 6 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 2010-2011 Academic Calendar Weekend College and Graduate Programs (not including the PA program and MBA) The academic calendar is subject to change. Refer to the registrar’s webpage for updated calendar and registration information at www.augsburg.edu/registrar. Fall Term 2010 Class Weekends: September 10-12 September 24-26 October 8-10 October 22-24 November 5-7 November 19-21 December 3-5 December 10-12 Winter Term 2011 Class Weekends: January 7-9 January 21-23 January 28-30 February 11-13 February 25-27 March 4-5 (MSW only) March 11-13 (no MSW) March 18-20 (MSW only) March 25-27 Spring Term 2011 Class Weekends: April 8-10 April 15-17 April 29-May 1 May 13-15 May 20-22 June 3-5, June 17-19 June 24-26 (MSW only) NOTE: For Rochester programs, reference the registrar’s webpage at www.augsburg.edu/registrar. Augsburg College 2010-2011 I7 Directory Area Code 612 Access Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1749 Academic Advising . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1025 Academic Enrichment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1165 Academic Affairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1024 Admissions Offices Office of Undergraduate Admissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1001 Toll-free . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-788-5678 Office of Graduate Admissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1101 Augsburg for Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1782 Alumni and Constituent Relations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1178 Toll-free . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-260-6590 Athletics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1249 Campus Activities and Orientation / SOAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1111 Center for Learning and Adaptive Student Services (CLASS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1053 Classroom Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1219 College Pastor/Campus Ministry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1732 Counseling and Health Promotion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1707 Development (financial gifts to the College) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1613 Toll-free . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-273-0617 Enrollment Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1046 Toll-free . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-458-1721 Event and Conference Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1107 Facilities Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1041 Financial Aid (scholarships and other aid) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1046 General Information (other office numbers; business hours only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1000 Fax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1649 Graduate Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1101 Human Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1058 Lindell Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1017 Lost and Found . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1000 Parent and Family Relations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1525 President’s Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1212 Registrar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1036 Residence Life (housing) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1488 Rochester Campus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .507-288-2886 StepUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1405 Strommen Career and Internship Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1148 Student Affairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1160 Student Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1110 Summer Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1046 TRIO/Student Support Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1311 Weekend College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330-1101 8 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 Introducing Augsburg College About Augsburg About Augsburg History At Augsburg College, we believe that the college experience should be a time of exploration, of discovery, of new experiences, and new possibilities. We also believe that a liberal arts education is the best preparation for living in the fastpaced, changing, and complex world of today and tomorrow. Augsburg graduates will be able to demonstrate not only the mastery of a major field of study, but also the ability to think critically, solve problems, and communicate effectively. 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, Wis., and moved to Minneapolis in 1872. The first seminarians were enrolled in 1874, and the first graduation was in 1879. Discovering Your Gifts and Talents The heart of an Augsburg education is the Augsburg Core Curriculum—designed to prepare students to become effective, informed, and ethical citizens. Through “Search for Meaning” courses, students explore their own unique gifts and interests and find where their own talents intersect with the needs of our global society. At the same time, courses across all disciplines stress the skills that will serve for a lifetime: writing, speaking, critical thinking, and quantitative reasoning, to name a few. Thanks to Augsburg’s prime location in the heart of a thriving metropolitan area, many courses are able to offer rich and varied learning opportunities in real-life situations through academic internships, experiential education, volunteer community service, and cultural enrichment. In a sense, the resources of the Twin Cities are an extended campus for Augsburg students. Early Leaders Establish a Direction August Weenaas was Augsburg’s first president (1869-1876). Professor Weenaas recruited two teachers from Norway— Sven Oftedal and Georg Sverdrup. These three men clearly articulated the direction of Augsburg: to educate Norwegian Lutherans to minister to immigrants and to provide such “college” studies that would prepare students for theological study. In 1874 they proposed a three-part plan: first, train ministerial candidates; second, prepare future theological students; and third, educate the farmer, worker, and businessman. The statement stressed that a good education is also practical. Augsburg’s next two presidents also emphatically rejected ivory tower concepts of education. This commitment to church and community has been Augsburg’s theme for more than 130 years. Education for Service Augsburg offers more than 50 majors—or you can create your own major, either on campus or through the Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities (ACTC). (See page 40 for a complete list of majors and minors.) This five-college consortium allows day program students to take courses on other campuses without charge while a full-time student at Augsburg. The ACTC includes Augsburg College, St. Catherine University, Hamline University, Macalester College, and the University of St. Thomas. Weekend College offers 17 majors and a number of certificate programs. Keeping the vision of the democratic college, Georg Sverdrup, Augsburg’s second president (1876-1907), required students to get pre-ministerial experience in city congregations. Student involvement in the community gave early expression to the concept of Augsburg’s motto, “Education for Service.” In the 1890s, Augsburg leaders formed the Friends of Augsburg, later called the Lutheran Free Church. The church was a group of independent congregations committed to congregational autonomy and personal Christianity. This change made Augsburg the only higher educational institution of the small Lutheran body. The college division, however, was still important primarily as an attachment to the seminary. Mission Statement The Focus Changed Students who graduate from Augsburg are well prepared to make a difference in the world. They stand as testaments to the College motto, “Education for Service,” and mission: This attitude began to change after World War I. In 1911, George Sverdrup, Jr., became president. He worked to develop college departments with an appeal to a broader range of students than just those intending to be ministers. Augsburg admitted women in 1922 under the leadership of longtime dean of women, Gerda Mortensen. The College’s mission assumed a double character: ministerial preparation together with a more general education for life in society. In 1937, Augsburg elected Bernhard Christensen, an erudite and scholarly teacher, to be president (1938-1962). His involvement in ecumenical and civic circles Selection from over 50 Majors “Augsburg College 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.” 10 A College of the Church I Augsburg College 2010-2011 About Augsburg made Augsburg a more visible part of church and city life. After World War II, Augsburg leaders made vigorous efforts to expand and improve academic offerings. Now the College was a larger part of the institution than the seminary and received the most attention. Accreditation for the College Augsburg added departments essential to a liberal arts college, offering a modern college program based on general education requirements and elective majors. Full accreditation of the College was achieved in 1954. A study in 1962 defined the College’s mission as serving the good of society first and the interests of the Lutheran Free Church second. The seminary moved to Luther Theological Seminary (now Luther Seminary) in St. Paul in 1963 when the Lutheran Free Church merged with the American Lutheran Church. Subsequently, the American Lutheran Church merged with two other Lutheran bodies in 1988 to form the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. A College in the City Under the leadership of President Oscar A. Anderson (19631980) Augsburg became a vital and integral part of the city. The College began to reach out to nontraditional student populations, ensuring educational opportunity for all students. Also in these years, Augsburg added the Music Hall, Mortensen Hall, Urness Hall, Christensen Center, Ice Arena, and Murphy Place. Dr. Charles S. Anderson led the College from 1980 to 1997. He guided Augsburg’s commitment to liberal arts education, spiritual growth and freedom, diversity in enrollment and programs, and a curriculum that draws on the resources of the city as extensions of campus and classroom. Some of the accomplishments during his tenure include instituting two graduate degree programs, hosting national and international figures at College-sponsored forums and events, increasing accessibility, and the addition of the Foss, Lobeck, Miles Center for Worship, Drama, and Communication; the Oscar Anderson Residence Hall; and the James G. Lindell Family Library. Dr. William V. Frame became president in August 1997 and retired in 2006. Under his leadership, the College sharpened its identity as a college of the city, providing an education grounded in vocational calling that provides students both the theoretical learning and the practical experience to succeed in a global, diverse world. Dr. Paul C. Pribbenow became president in July 2006. Under his leadership, the College aims to educate students of all ages — in the midst of a great city — to be faithful citizens of the world. • An Augsburg education should be preparation for service in community and church; • Education should have a solid liberal arts core with a practical dimension in order to send out productive, creative, and successful citizens; • The city—with all its excitement, challenges, and diversity—is an unequaled learning laboratory for Augsburg students. The vision of the College’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. In addition to Augsburg’s undergraduate program of liberal arts and sciences, Augsburg offers master’s degree programs in business, education, leadership, nursing, physician assistant studies, and social work. The College’s first doctoral program, in nursing practice, has been approved. For information on graduate programs, go to www.augsburg.edu/grad. Undergraduate education is offered both on weekday semester programs, and alternate weekend trimester programs. The graduate programs generally follow the trimester schedule. In addition to its Minneapolis campus, Augsburg has a branch campus in Rochester, Minn. and a center in Bloomington, Minn. Weekend College Augsburg’s Weekend College (WEC) provides an educational opportunity for adults who want to earn a baccalaureate degree and work or have other commitments during the week. It is a means by which men and women can gain skills for professional advancement, prepare for a career change, or pursue a personal interest in one or more areas of the liberal arts. Weekend College began in 1982 with 69 students taking courses in three majors. Eight courses were offered in the first term. Today, with approximately 1,000 students enrolled each term and a variety of majors in the liberal arts and professional studies, WEC is one of the largest programs of its type among Minnesota private colleges. The Adult Learner Augsburg’s Weekend College is based on the assumption that adult students are mature, self-disciplined, and motivated learners who seek a combination of classroom experience and individual study. Each course includes periods of concentrated, on-campus study as well as time for independent study and class preparation. Augsburg Today Alternate Weekends Augsburg continues to reflect the commitment and dedication of the founders who believed: To meet the needs of nontraditional students, classes generally meet on alternate weekends for three-and-a-half to four Augsburg College 2010-2011 I 11 About Augsburg hours on either Friday evening, Saturday morning, Saturday afternoon, or Sunday afternoon. Laboratory sections or additional class hours may be scheduled during the week. WEC students may take from one to four courses each term. The WEC academic year is divided into three trimesters (fall, winter, and spring), so that students may complete three terms in the traditional nine-month academic year. A Community of Learners Essential to the goals of Augsburg’s Weekend College 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 WEC students to make use of College facilities, such as Lindell Library, and to participate in academic and co-curricular activities, such as the student newspaper, travel seminars, student organizations, fine arts, networking events, workshops, and convocations. The WEC student body elects its own leaders through the WEC Student Senate. Augsburg for Adults Through the Augsburg for Adults program office, Augsburg continues its tradition of innovation to meet the needs of adult students by creating new programs, providing faculty and staff development in adult learning, and serving adult and non-traditional students. Students are recognized as adult learners from age 25 to 60-plus whether they take courses in the traditional day program, the Weekend College program, or any of the graduate programs. To learn more about graduate studies at Augsburg, go to www.augsburg.edu/grad. Weekend College Faculty The heart of any educational institution is its faculty, and the WEC faculty are full-time Augsburg professors as well as adjunct faculty who bring professional experience to their teaching. Most faculty hold a doctorate or other terminal degree, and all consider teaching to be the focus of their activities at the College. Professors 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. Weekend College’s small classes facilitate the College’s tradition of close involvement between professors and students. Faculty act as academic advisers and participate regularly in campus activities. Rochester campus Augsburg’s branch campus in Rochester was established in 1998 as a natural extension of the College’s mission and its expertise in teaching working adults. In Rochester, six undergraduate majors, plus a certificate program in business management, are offered. 12 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 The Rochester campus classrooms and offices are located at Bethel Lutheran Church (ELCA), a few blocks south of the heart of the city. Rochester, a city of about 100,000 residents, enjoys a rich ethnic diversity and superior technological resources. Augsburg classes in Rochester meet on a trimester schedule, on weekday evenings and on occasional Saturdays, making them accessible to working adults. Several complete degree programs are available through the Rochester campus. In addition, students may work on a variety of other majors through a combination of Rochester-based courses and courses taken in the Day or WEC program in Minneapolis. Students at the Rochester campus are Augsburg College 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 campus is available at www.augsburg.edu/ Rochester or by calling the Rochester office at 507-288-2886. Partner Hospitals Program Also within Weekend College, Augsburg offers a bachelor’s completion degree in nursing for registered nurses at three area hospitals, making their education convenient to their workplace. Classes are taught at United Hospital in St. Paul, with video conferencing of these classes to classrooms in Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids and Unity Hospital in Fridley. College of the Third Age Augsburg demonstrates its commitment to lifelong learning in part through its College of the Third Age. College of the Third Age is a teaching-learning service founded more than 30 years ago to serve older adults by encouraging lifelong learning, fostering interactive discussion, and to introducing new topics and subjects related to an ever-changing world. A roster of more than 40 retired, semi-retired, and working professors teach non-credit seminars for the program, based upon their areas of expertise. College of the Third Age partners with organizations and facilities that serve older adults in the Twin Cities metropolitan area, including churches, synagogues, community centers, and senior residences. The current catalog lists more than 200 classes available for group study at partner organizations and facilities. To obtain further information about the program or to request a catalog, call 612-330-1139 or visit www.augsburg.edu/thirdage. Campus Location Augsburg’s campus is located in the heart of the Twin Cities, surrounding Murphy Square, the oldest of 170 parks in Minneapolis. The University of Minnesota West Bank campus and one of the city’s largest medical complexes—University of Minnesota Medical Center, Fairview—are adjacent to Augsburg, with the Mississippi River and the Seven Corners theater district just a few blocks away. Downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul, home to a myriad of arts, sports, entertainment, and recreational opportunities, are just min- About Augsburg utes west and east of campus via Interstate 94, which forms the southern border of the campus. (See map on Page 263.) Convenient bus routes run throughout the city and connect with the suburbs. Augsburg is located just blocks away from two Hiawatha Line light rail stations. Reaching the Twin Cities is easy. Most airlines provide daily service to the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, and bus or train connections can be made from all areas of the United States. Facilities and Housing Instruction facilities and student housing at Augsburg are conveniently located near each other. A tunnel/ramp/skyway system connects the two tower dormitories, the five buildings on the Quadrangle, plus Music Hall, Murphy Place, Lindell Library, Oren Gateway Center, and the Foss, Lobeck, Miles Center for Worship, Drama, and Communication. Admissions Offices—The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is located on the first floor of Christensen Center. The Office of Graduate Admissions is located on the second floor of Christensen Center. Anderson Hall (1993)—Named in honor of Oscar Anderson, president of Augsburg College from 1963 to 1980, 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 Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies; the Strommen Career and Internship Center; and the Office of Marketing and Communication. College of the Third Age and Inter-Race—This house, located at 620 21st Avenue, provides office space for these two programs. Counseling and Health Promotion—The Center for Counseling and Health Promotion (CCHP) offers programs and services that enhance student learning by promoting personal development and well-being. The center occupies the house located at 628 21st Avenue. Christensen Center (1967)—The College center, with admission offices, student lounge and recreational areas, the Commons dining facility and A-Club Grille, two art galleries, copy center, and offices for student government and student publications. 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 TjornhomNelson Theater, Hoversten Chapel, and the Arnold Atrium are also housed in this complex, which provides space for campus ministry, the drama and communication offices, and the Center for Learning and Adaptive Student Services (CLASS). 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—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, new 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 brings together the computer technology resources of the College. The library is located on the corner of 22nd Avenue and 7th Street. 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, plus conference rooms and spacious lounge areas. Murphy Place (1964)­—Located at 2222 7 1/2 Street, Murphy Place is the home of the Office of International Programs: Augsburg Abroad, Center for Global Education, International Partners and International Student Advising. It is also home to the four ethnic student support programs: American Indian Student Services, Pan-Afrikan Center, Pan-Asian Student Services, and Hispanic/Latino Student Services. 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 faculty. 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, Augsburg for Adults Office, and substance-free student housing. It also houses the Barnes & Noble Augsburg Bookstore, Nabo Café, Gage Family Art Gallery, and the Johnson Conference Center. Augsburg College 2010-2011 I 13 About Augsburg Science Hall (1949)—Houses classrooms; laboratories for biology, chemistry, and physics; mathematics; a medium-sized auditorium; faculty offices, administrative offices, and various other program offices. Sverdrup Hall (1955)—Named in honor of Augsburg’s fourth president, it contains the Enrollment Center and Academic Advising, as well as classrooms and faculty offices. Sverdrup-Oftedal Memorial Hall (1938)—Built as a dormitory and named in honor of Augsburg’s second and third presidents, it contains the President’s Office, Human Resources, and other administrative and faculty offices. Urness Hall (1967)—Named in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Urness, this tower provides living quarters for 324 first-year students. Each floor is a “floor unit,” providing 36 residents, housed two to a room, with their own lounge, study, and utility areas. Associated Support Organizations Augsburg College has a commitment to programs that increase both individual and group understanding and achievement. Inter-Race: The International Institute for Interracial Interaction—Inter-Race facilitates interracial understanding in families, schools, places of work, communities, and society. The institute provides training and consultation, research, education, resource centers, publications, public policy, and legal study in five centers. Inter-Race is located at 620 21st Avenue. Policies Augsburg College, as affirmed in its mission, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or disability in its education policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and/or school administered programs, except in those instances where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification. Augsburg College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to its employees and its students. Any questions concerning Augsburg’s compliance with federal or state regulations implementing equal access and opportunity can be directed to the affirmative action coordinator, Office of Human Resources, CB 79, Augsburg College, 2211 Riverside Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55454, 612-330-1058. The College 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. 14 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 Accreditation and Memberships Augsburg College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (Secondary and Elementary). Our programs are approved by the • American Chemical Society • American Music Therapy Association • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education • Council on Social Work Education (B.S. and MSW) • National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education • Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) Augsburg College is an institutional member of the: • American Association of Colleges and Universities (AACU) • Association of Physician Assistant Programs • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) • National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) We are members of the Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities (ACTC), Lutheran Education Council in North America, Minnesota Private College Council, National Society for Experiential Education, and Campus Compact. Augsburg College is registered as a private institution 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. Facts and Figures Augsburg College Facts and Figures Location—Augsburg College was founded in 1869 in Marshall, Wis. The College moved to Minneapolis in 1872. Religious Affiliation—The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). Although the highest percentage of students are Lutheran, 16 percent represent the Roman Catholic Church, and 25 percent represent other denominations and religions. Accreditation—The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education, Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA). Approved by the American Chemical Society, Council on Social Work Education, American Music Therapy Association, National Association of Schools of Music, and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. Member—Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities, Lutheran Education Council in North America, Minnesota Private College Council, CIC, AACU, AAHE. Registered with the Minnesota Office of Higher Education, as described on page 14. Enrollment (Fall 2009)—4,054 students from 40 countries. Graduates—More than 20,000 graduates from 1870 through present. Student/Faculty Ratio—14 to 1. Undergraduate class size averages 13 (WEC)-17 (Day). Campus—18 major buildings with special emphasis on campus accessibility. Accessibility—Augsburg is now one of the most accessible campuses in the region. A skyway/tunnel/elevator system provides access to 12 major buildings without going outside. Degrees Granted—BA, BS, BM, MA, MBA, MS, MSW, DNP Financial Aid—Over 90 percent of the students receive some form of financial aid from the College and many other sources. Library—Over 190,000 items, direct access to over 2,500,000 through CLIC, the Twin Cities private college library consortium. The James G. Lindell Family Library opened in September 1997. School Year—Two semesters from September to May, and summer school sessions. For Weekend College, Rochester campus, Bloomington Center, and most graduate programs: three trimesters, September to June. Majors—More than 50 majors in 35 departments and programs. Off-Campus Programs—The Office of International Programs offers study abroad programs throughout the world, including Augsburg’s own Center for Global Education and International Partners programs. Augsburg is also a member of the Higher Education Consortium for Urban Affairs (HECUA). Athletic Affiliation—Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC), and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), Division III. Non-Discrimination Policy—Augsburg College, as affirmed in its mission, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or disability 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. Augsburg College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to its employees and students. Augsburg College 2010-2011 I 15 Undergraduate Admissions Undergraduate Admissions Undergraduate Admissions Augsburg College strives to create a strong, rich, and vibrant campus community with students representing a large number of backgrounds, viewpoints, experiences, talents, and cultures. Selection of students for Augsburg College is based upon careful consideration of each candidate’s academic achievement, personal qualities and interests, participation in activities and employment, and potential for development as a student and as a graduate of Augsburg College. Visit the Campus Because firsthand appraisal of programs, facilities, and academic atmosphere is valuable, first-year and transfer applicants are encouraged to visit the campus and meet with an admissions counselor. Arrangements may be made to meet with a member of the faculty and to attend classes when school is in session. Augsburg’s undergraduate admissions staff is ready to help students and families with college planning. Call any weekday between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.—612-330-1001 or toll-free 1-800-788-5678. We’ll answer your questions and arrange a tour for you (including most Saturday mornings during the school year). The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is located on the first floor of the Christensen Center and serves traditional and non-traditional students. Application Procedures Day College First-years Application for Admission—Applicants should complete the application for admission and the essay and return them to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions together with the non-refundable $25 application fee. Students may apply online for free at www.augsburg.edu/day/apply.html. Transcripts—An official transcript from the high school is required of first-year applicants. First-year applicants who are still high school students at the time of application should have their most recent transcript sent, followed by a final, official transcript upon graduation. If the student has taken college courses, an official transcript from the institutions should also be sent. General Education Development (GED) scores may be presented instead of the high school transcript. Test Scores—First-year applicants are required to submit results from a college entrance examination. The American College Test (ACT) is preferred; results from SAT are also accepted. Test scores recorded on the official high school transcript are sufficient. Augsburg strongly recommends completing the writing portion of either the ACT or SAT. Recommendations—Two letters of academic recommendation are required. If the applicant has been out of school for several years, a letter may be submitted by a supervisor, employer, pastor, or co-worker. Additional Information—If there is personal information that may have affected the applicant’s previous academic performance, it may be included with the application or discussed personally with an admissions counselor. On occasion, the Admissions Committee may defer a decision on a candidate’s admission until other information has been received. For example, more recent test scores, results of the present semester’s coursework, additional letters of recommendation, or writing samples may be requested by the committee. If any additional credentials are needed, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions will inform the candidate. Notification of Admissions Decision—Augsburg College uses a “rolling” admissions plan. The first offers of admission are made in mid-September. After that, students are notified of the admissions decision usually within two weeks after the application file is complete and has been evaluated by the Admissions Committee. Confirmation of Admission—Accepted students are asked to make a $150* enrollment deposit to the Office of Under­ graduate Admissions. Those students who wish to live in College housing must also submit a $200 nonrefundable housing deposit along with the housing contract to the Residence Life Office. *Nonrefundable after May 1. Weekend College Applicants should complete the application form and return it along with the $25 nonrefundable application fee to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Students may apply online for free at www.augsburg.edu/weekend/admissions/. Transcripts—Official transcripts from all previous postsecondary institutions should be sent directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Applicants with less than one year of previous transferable college work should also have their official high school transcript sent. The GED test certificate may be presented instead of the high school transcript. Test Scores—First-year applicants are required to submit results from a college entrance examination. The American College Test (ACT) is preferred; results from SAT are also accepted. Test scores recorded on the official high school transcript are sufficient. Augsburg strongly recommends completing the writing portion of either the ACT or SAT. First-year applicants who have been out of high school for more than five years do not need to submit an official test score. Additional Information—If there is personal information that may have affected the applicant’s previous academic performance, it may be included with the application or discussed personally with an admissions counselor. Academic recommendations may be required by the Admissions Committee Augsburg College 2010-2011 I 17 Undergraduate Admissions before an admission decision is made. On occasion, the Admissions Committee may also defer a candidate’s admission until other information has been received. For example, test scores, results of current coursework, additional letters of recommendation, or writing samples may be requested by the committee. If any additional credentials are needed, the Admissions Office will inform the candidate. Notification of Admissions Decision—Augsburg College uses a “rolling” admissions plan. Students are notified of the admission decision, usually within two weeks after the application file is complete and has been evaluated by the Admissions Committee. Admission to a major, as well as admission to the College, is sometimes necessary. Please check with an admissions counselor and department sections of this catalog to see if admission to the major is required. Transfer Students A cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.50 (on a 4.0 scale) in previous college work is recommended for admission to the College. No student who falls below the standards for automatic admission to the College will be considered for admission by the Admissions Committee after the month prior to the start of the term. Information regarding transfer credit policies is found in the Academic Information section of the catalog, beginning on page 36. Former Students Day students who have interrupted attendance at Augsburg College for one semester or more, and WEC/United/ Rochester students who have interrupted attendance at Augsburg College for three trimesters or more, must apply for re-admission 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 Office of the Registrar. Returning students do not pay the application fee. Special Students (Non-Degree) In some circumstances, people may be admitted as special students (non-degree) and granted the privilege of enrolling in courses for credit. Students may request a change in their degree status by submitting a petition to the registrar’s office. Students regularly enrolled at another college may take coursework at Augsburg College as a special student (nondegree). An application form for special-student status is available from the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. To apply for admission as a special student, submit the completed admission application and academic transcripts to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Students who have graduated from Augsburg who are returning to complete a second major will not be awarded a second degree unless it is a different degree from the first awarded. Minors are not noted on the transcript if they are completed after a baccalaureate degree has been awarded. 18 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 Special Students (Second Degree) Students who have completed a four-year degree at an accredited college or university may complete a second degree at Augsburg College. Second degree requirements include: a minimum of eight course credits taken at Augsburg, completion of a major, and completion of any liberal arts requirements not covered by a previous degree. Depending on the student’s previous degree, completion of a second major (non-degree) may also be an option. International Students International students are a vital part of the Augsburg community. (See International Student Advising on page 32.) International students should contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions for an international student application and financial requirements. All applicants must provide proof of financial solvency. Applications must be completed two months prior to the start of the semester: June 1 for fall, December 1 for spring. For more information, call 612-330-1001 or 1-800-7885678 (toll-free); e-mail admissions@augsburg.edu; or write to: International Student Admissions Campus Box 143 Augsburg College 2211 Riverside Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55454 USA Students who have attended a college or university outside of the United States will need to obtain a foreign credential evaluation by contacting World Education Services (WES). WES is a nonprofit organization with more than 30 years experience evaluating international credentials. WES will examine your transcript(s) and prepare a report that will help Augsburg College understand how your international course work compares to courses and grades in the United States. Augsburg College will use this information in its admissions review and will grant transfer credit where appropriate. World Education Services, Inc. Bowling Green Station PO Box 5087 New York, NY 10274-5087 www.wes.org Phone: 212-966-6311 Fax: 212-966-6395 Financing Your Education Financing Your Education Financing Your Education Other Special Fees (Nonrefundable) All students receive financial help indirectly, since a quality liberal arts education costs more than tuition and fees cover. The College raises that difference in gifts—from alumni, faculty, staff, parents, churches, friends, foundations, and endowment income. However, the primary responsibility for paying for a college education rests on students and their families. Financial aid is intended to supplement those resources. Student Activity Fee (part-time students) . . . . . . . $90 Late Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $200 Petition fee for waiver of registration deadlines (non-refundable) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 Lifetime Sport (part-time students) . . . . . . . . . . $220 Newspaper Readership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20 Technology Fee (per credit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 Overload Fee (per course credit over 4.5, Day and WEC/ Rochester/United combined) . . . . . . . . . . . . $3,460 Private Music Lessons, per semester (14 lessons—.0 cr. or .25 cr.) . . . . . . . . . . . $390 (14 lessons—.5 cr.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $780 Student Teaching (per course for full-time students) $155 Student Teaching (per course for part-time students) $215 Study Abroad (in approved non-Augsburg programs) $425 Zero-credit seminar (part-time students) . . . . . . . $1000 College Costs 2010-2011 Day College The Board of Regents has approved the costs listed below for the 2010-2011 academic year. The board reviews costs annually and makes changes as required. The College reserves the right to adjust charges should economic conditions necessitate. Day College Tuition, Fees, Room, and Board Tuition (full-time enrollment) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $28,240 This rate applies to all full-time students attending in September 2010. Students are considered full-time when they take three or more course credits during the semester. The charge includes tuition, general fees, facility fees, and admission to most College-supported events, concerts, and lectures. The amount is payable in two equal installments at the beginning of each semester. Tuition (part-time enrollment) per one-credit course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3,460 This rate applies to students taking fewer than three courses in a semester. Part-time students taking lifetime sports are charged $180 for that course. Audit Fee (for part-time students) per course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1000 Full-time students—see audit policy on page 59. Room Rent (average starting price) . . . . . . . . . . . . $4,010 (Detailed room rates and housing options are available through the Office of Residence Life.) Meal Plans 15 Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3,840 (15 meals a week; 100 points a semester) 10 Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3,740 (10 meals a week; 150 points a semester) 5 Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3,420 (5 meals a week; 345 points a semester) Other board plans are available as defined in the housing contract booklet available from the Office of Residence Life. Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $651 (ACTC bus, student activity, technology, newspaper readership, wind energy fee, MPIRG) 20 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 Fees Billed on Student Account Fees Payable by Check/Cash Application (new and/or special students) . . . . . . . $25 Locker Rental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $40 Student Parking Lot Permit car . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $220 motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $110 Transcript Fee Regular service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $6 Next day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10 On demand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $16 Special Examinations, Cap & Gown Costs (Schedule on file in registrar’s office) Books and Supplies These costs are estimated to average $125 per course. Deposits Enrollment Deposit (nonrefundable) . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Required of all new students after acceptance. If the student attends Augsburg College, the deposit is considered initial payment toward their first term tuition and fees. Should the student not attend, the enrollment deposit may be forfeited. For more information, contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Housing Damage Deposit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $200 Required of all resident students at the time of signing a contract to reserve a housing assignment. This deposit is retained against damages and/or fines and is returned to the student account (less all charges for damages and/or fines) at the end of the occupancy period covered by the contract. New contracts may be terminated in writing for fall or spring term by following the conditions delineated in the housing contract. The resident will be responsible for all costs incurred due to late cancellation or lack of proper notification as specified in the housing contract. Financing Your Education College Costs 2010-2011 Weekend College Application Fee (payable once, non-refundable) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25 Tuition (per course credit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,725 Tuition (per summer course 2010) . . . . . . . . . $1,675 Activity Fee (per trimester) . . . . . . . . . . . . . $11.50 Facilities Fee (includes parking permit; per trimester) . . . . . . . . $35 Audit Fee (per course) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1000 Lifetime Sports: Fee for Weekend College Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $220 Lifetime Sports: Fee for Assessment of Previous Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Nursing Clinical Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $250 Supplementary Student Teaching Fee (per course credit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $215 Late Registration Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $200 Transcript Fee Regular service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $6 Next day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10 On demand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $16 Petition Fee for waiver of registration deadlines (non-refundable) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 Zero-credit seminar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1000 Payments Day college Semester Fees—Prior to the start of each semester a statement of estimated charges showing basic charges and financial aid credits designated by the Student Financial Services Office is sent to the student. Payment Options—Augburg College offers payment plan options for Day Program students. Information about payment plan options is mailed annually to each student’s permanent address. Weekend College A statement of tuition and fee charges and estimated financial aid will be mailed to each registered student prior to the start of each term. For tuition and fee information, please refer to the financial aid website. Payment Options—(1) Payment in full at the start of each term. (2) Employer Reimbursement: Students on this plan must file an employer reimbursement application form each academic year, prior to the start of the first class. Once enrolled in the employer reimbursement payment plan, students have until 60 days after the end of each term to pay their term costs in full. There is a $20 per term fee associated with this payment option. The student is responsible for payment of the balance should the employer not reimburse for any reason. If the employer offers partial reimbursement, the non-reimbursed portion of tuition and fees must be paid in full at the start of the term. (3) Students may also defer payment by enrolling in the College’s third party payment plan or in a military payment plan if their term costs are to be covered by a third party or through V.A. education benefits, such as the G.I. Bill. (more details can be found at www.augsburg. edu/enroll/accounts.html) Financial Policies A finance charge is applied at a simple rate of .67 percent per month on any account with an open balance of 30 days or more. 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 College will not release student academic transcripts or graduation diplomas/certificates until all student accounts are paid in full or, in the case of student loan funds administered by the College (Federal Perkins Student Loan), are current according to established repayment schedules and the loan entrance and exit interviews have been completed. Refunds Students who withdraw from Augsburg College may be eligible for a refund of a portion of their charges based on the appropriate refund schedule. Financial aid may be adjusted for those students who withdraw from the College or drop course(s) and receive financial assistance. Students who wish to withdraw from Augsburg should complete the Withdrawal from College form available online through the registrar’s website. It must be filled out completely, signed and turned in to the Enrollment Center. Students who properly withdraw or change to part-time, who are dismissed, or who are released from a housing contract will have their accounts adjusted for tuition and/or room (except for the minimum deduction of $100 to cover administrative costs) in accordance with the terms of their housing contract and/or the appropriate tuition refund schedule. Students are responsible for canceling courses through the Enrollment Center (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. The Augsburg College Refund Policy for Day, Weekend, Rochester, Bloomington, and Graduate Studies. The refund schedule is based on the percentage of class time remaining on the date of the student’s official withdrawal from class. This applies to all students who drop one or more courses during each term. Augsburg College 2010-2011 I 21 Financing Your Education Percentage of class time remaining after official drop or withdrawal: Amount of refund: 100% to 90% remaining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Full refund (minus $100 administrative fee) 89% to 80% remaining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80% 79% to 70% remaining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70% 69% to 60% remaining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60% 59% or less remaining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . No refund This refund schedule is effective whether or not a student has attended classes. Please allow two weeks for tuition and possible financial aid adjustments to be finalized. If a credit balance remains on the student’s account, a credit refund will be issued at that time. The refund of charges calculation used is the Augsburg College Refund Policy stated above. Students may appeal refund decisions through the Financial Petition Committee. Petition forms are available online through the registrar’s website. Medical refund If a student is forced to withdraw from one or more courses in a term due to illness or an accident, the refund will include the normal refund percentage (based on the regular refund schedule), plus one-half of the remaining tuition and fees. This extra medical refund will be considered upon submission of documentation from the attending doctor, on letterhead, verifying the medical circumstances. Requests for medical refunds should be made through the Financial Petition Committee. 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 College 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 from college. 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 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 charges for the term dropped. The administrative cancellation fee is $300. 22 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 Financial Aid All students who wish to be considered for financial assistance must establish financial aid eligibility on an annual basis. This includes completing the application process as outlined below and making satisfactory academic progress. In order to maintain eligibility in financial aid programs, students must make satisfactory academic progress toward the attainment of their degree or certificate as stipulated in the College catalog and as published on the Academic Progress Standards for Financial Aid Recipients webpage www.augsburg.edu/finaid/sap.html. Financing higher education could be the most significant investment a person or family makes in a lifetime. Proper planning and wise choices are important, not only in choosing a college, but also in the methods used to pay for it. Augsburg College, through its Enrollment Center, will help students and their families protect access to a quality Augsburg education in a time of increasing financial challenge. Financial assistance awarded through Augsburg may be a combination of scholar­ships, grants, loans, and part-time work opportunities. The College cooperates with federal, state, church, and private agencies in providing various aid programs. During the 2009-2010 academic year, more than eight out of ten students at Augsburg received financial assistance. The primary responsibility for financing a college education rests upon the student and family. Financial aid supplements student and family resources. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), current tax documents, and the Augsburg Aid form help 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, debts, retirement needs, and special considerations. How to Apply The following are required to process your financial aid application: 1. Be admitted to Augsburg as a regular student or be a returning student in good academic standing with the College. 2. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the Renewal FAFSA. Students are encouraged to file the FAFSA electronically online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Students and their parents may sign the FAFSA electronically using a PIN issued by the U.S. Department of Education. Instructions for requesting a PIN can be found at www.fafsa. ed.gov. Be sure to include the Augsburg College code, 002334, on your application. Submit your application to the processing agency after January 1. Applications must be filed by March 1 for priority consideration. 3. Complete the current year Augsburg Aid form, available at www.augsburg.edu/finaid, and submit it to the Enrollment Center. Financing Your Education 4. Submit copies of federal 1040 tax forms for the preceding year (e.g. tax year 2009 to be considered for financial aid for 2010-2011). Tax forms are required for the student and parents of dependent students, or spouse of student if filing separately. What Happens Next? December 1 for spring. Selection is based on high school GPA and national test scores. Transfer Regents’ Scholarship—Transfer Regents’ Scholarships are awarded to all qualified transfer students with a minimum 3.00 GPA who apply and are accepted for admission by May 1 for fall or December 1 for spring. Once all documents are received, we review the financial aid application to determine financial aid eligibility for all available programs. A financial aid award letter will be sent to the student. This letter details the financial aid award and includes information regarding: Augsburg Legacy Award—These scholarships provide tuition • institutional financial aid programs and requirements for continued eligibility, • federal and private loan programs (students must complete a loan application to receive loan funds), and • payment plans/options for the current school year. Science Scholarship—The Courtland Agre and Theodore Hanwick Science Scholarships recognize incoming first-year students of high academic science achievement. The renewable award of $10,000 per year is awarded to all eligible proposed chemistry or physics majors. Students must be in the top 30 percent of their high school class or on national tests (ACT or SAT), have a grade point average of 3.0 or above in the proposed science major, have completed intermediate algebra or pre-calculus, and be a full-time student in the day program. No scholarship application is required. Students who receive a science scholarship will not receive a Regents’ award. Deadline: Accepted for admission by May 1 for fall enrollment. Kinds 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). The various forms of aid available are listed here for information only. In addition to aid administered by Augsburg College, students are urged to investigate the possibility of scholarships and grants that might be available in their own communities. It is worthwhile to check with churches, the company or business employing parents or spouses, high schools, service clubs, and fraternal organizations for information on aid available to students who meet their requirements. In addition to these sources, some students are eligible for aid through Rehabilitation Services, Educational Assistance for Veterans, Educational Assistance for Veterans’ Children, and other sources. Academic Excellence Scholarships President’s Scholarship—Awarded to incoming first-year students, the President’s Scholarships are awarded based upon competition. The applicant must have a minimum of 3.50 GPA in core academic courses or a 27 or greater ACT composite (or a combined SAT score of 1210 or greater). Separate applications are required. The application must be postmarked by January 30. Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship—These scholarships are awarded to selected transfer students with a 3.50 GPA. The application deadline is August 1 for fall enrollment and December 15 for spring. Call Undergraduate Admissions for information, 612-330-1001. Achievement Scholarships Regents’ Scholarship—The Regents’ Scholarships are awarded to all qualified new first-years of high academic achievement who apply and are accepted before May 1 for fall or awards to full-time day students working toward their first bachelor’s degree who are children of Augsburg graduates or siblings of current Augsburg students or children or spouses of current ELCA pastors. Deadline: May 1 for fall or December 1 for spring. ACAP Scholarship—Awarded to incoming first-year students who have participated in a college preparatory program such as Admission Possible, TRiO, MMEP. Deadline: Accepted for admission by May 1. Leadership, Service, and Performance Scholarships Ethnic Leadership Scholarships—Ethnic Leadership Scholarships recognize returning Day program students with demonstrated scholarship and a record of, and/or potential for, leadership. Eligible students must be full time in the day program and have the recommendation of the appropriate Augsburg Ethnic Student Services program director and another individual knowledgeable about the student’s extracurricular activities. The application deadline is March 1. For more information and an application, contact: • American Indian Student Services 612-330-1144 • Hispanic-Latino Student Services 612-330-1309 • Pan-Afrikan Student Center 612-330-1022 • Pan-Asian Student Services 612-330-1530 Fine Arts Scholarship—Awarded to selected incoming students who demonstrate active participation in the fine arts. Separate application and portfolio or audition are required. The application deadline requires a postmark of January 25 for fall or November 1 for spring. Lutheran Congregational Scholarship Program Augsburg Corporation Scholarship—Recognizes students who are members of an ELCA congregation within Augsburg College 2010-2011 I 23 Financing Your Education the Minneapolis Area Synod, Saint Paul Area Synod, Southeastern Minnesota Synod, or Northwest Synod of Wisconsin. These four synods constitute the Augsburg Corporation. The scholarship is awarded at point of admission for $1,000 per year. PRIME Scholarship—Students who receive a scholarship from their Lutheran congregation will receive a matching scholarship from Augsburg, up to $750 per year. Application and payment from the sponsoring organization should be submitted to the Enrollment Center. Gift Assistance (Need-Based) Augsburg Tuition Grant—This grant is based on financial eligibility, and academic record. Minnesota State Scholarship and Grant—Eligibility requires Minnesota residency and enrollment of less than four years (or its equivalent) at any post-secondary school. This grant is also based on financial eligibility. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant—Whenever law and funds permit, SEOGs are awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional financial need. Preference is given to students eligible for the Federal Pell grant. Federal Pell Grant—Federal Pell grants are awarded to students attending eligible institutions of higher education and are based on financial need as defined by program guidelines. Maximum grant for 2009-10 is $5,350. Bureau of Indian Affairs/Tribal and State Indian Scholarship— Bureau of Indian Affairs/Tribal and State Indian Scholarships and Augsburg American Indian Scholarships are available to Indian students (both full and part-time) who meet specific criteria. For Bureau of Indian Affairs/Tribal and State Indian Scholarships, students must be a quarter degree Indian ancestry and be enrolled with a federally-recognized tribe. Eligibility criteria for Augsburg American Indian Scholarships vary. Contact the director of the American Indian Student Services Program. American Indian grants supplement all other forms of financial aid. Questions may be directed to the director of the American Indian Student Services Program or to your local BIA, Tribal, or State Indian Education Office. Loan Assistance Federal Perkins Student Loan—A federally-funded program administered through Augsburg College for students who demonstrate financial eligibility. No interest accrues nor do payments have to be made on the principal at any time you are enrolled at least half time in school. Simple interest of 5 percent and repayment of principal (at the minimum of $40 a month) begin nine months after you leave school. Repayment may extend up to 10 years. The loan offers a teacher cancellation clause. The maximum that may be borrowed for undergraduate study is $20,000. 24 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 Federal Stafford Student Loan—Subsidized Stafford Loans are need-based loans that the federal govern­ment subsidizes by paying the interest while the student is in school and during the grace period. For the Unsubsidized Stafford 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). The interest rate for new borrowers through the Subsidized Stafford Loan and the Unsubsidized Stafford Loan, as of July 1, 2009, is a fixed rate of 5.6% and 6.8%, respectively. The following borrowing limits apply to the Stafford Loan program after July 1, 2009: • First-years: $5,500 annually (Combined Subsidized and Unsubsidized Stafford) • Sophomores: $6,500 annually (Combined Subsidized and Unsubsidized Stafford) • Juniors/Seniors: $7,500 annually (Combined Subsidized and Unsubsidized Stafford) • Aggregate maximum: $31,000 (Combined Subsidized and Unsubsidized) Federal Parent Loan Program (PLUS)—PLUS is a loan program to help parents meet college costs of their dependent children. Parents may borrow up to the cost of attendance (minus all other student financial aid). Repayment begins within 60 days of final disbursement; the interest rate is a fixed rate of 7.9% and a minimum payment of $50 per month. Further information about all student and parent loan programs can be found online at the Financial Aid website. Student Employment Augsburg College provides work opportunities for students. Assignment is based on financial eligibility and potential competence in performing the duties assigned. Part-time work provided by the College is considered financial aid, just like scholarships, loans, and grants. A maximum of 15 hours of on-campus employment per week is recommended. All on-campus work is governed by policies stipulated in the work contract issued to the student employee for each placement. Payment is made monthly by check to the student employee. Federal College Work Study Program and Minnesota State Work Study Program—Under these programs the federal or state government supplies funds on a matching basis with the College to provide part-time work opportunities. Student Life Student Life Student Life Augsburg’s mission focuses on student learning in the broadest sense. Experiences in the classroom are an important part of college life, but learning and development also occur in formal and informal activities of the College and the metropolitan area. Whether students are residents or commuters, the climate for learning and living at Augsburg will add dimension to their education. Campus Ministry As a college of the church, we are concerned about spiritual as well as aca­demic and social growth. Our concern for spiritual growth is evident in the opportunities we encourage and provide for students to explore their own faith. Because our campus is comprised of individuals from many different religious and cultural backgrounds, our worship life is characterized by a similar diversity and richness of tradition. Bible studies, growth groups, outreach teams and community outreach opportunities, retreats, peace and justice forums, concerts, and gatherings are examples of the wide variety of activities on campus. This ministry finds its most visible expression in chapel worship where students, faculty, and staff gather each day to give thanks and hear the Gospel proclaimed by a number of speakers and musicians. Each Wednesday night students gather for Holy Communion. Weekend College Chapel is held each Saturday morning when classes meet. On Sundays, Trinity Lutheran worship services are held on campus, with many other churches within walking distance. We seek to develop a free and open environment where people are encouraged to use and discover the gifts and sense of call and vocation that God has given them. As a college of the church, we encourage students to form values guided by our Christian heritage, which will be the basis for the kind and quality of life that reaches beyond their years at Augsburg. The college pastor, associate college pastor, and campus ministry staff have offices in the Foss, Lobeck, Miles Center for Worship, Drama, and Communication and are available for spiritual guidance, counseling, support, or information. Vocation Augsburg College has a deep and long-standing commitment to the theological concept of vocation—the idea that all people can use their individual gifts to serve God’s purposes in the world and that each person’s contribution is uniquely valuable. In the spring of 2002, with the generous support of the Lilly Endowment, Augsburg created a program called Exploring Our Gifts that was designed to help students, staff, and faculty explore the connections between faith, learning, service, and work. Over the years, the program has 26 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 helped embed vocational themes into the curriculum and has sponsored a wide variety of short-term projects that offer rich opportunities for reflection on how to live with purpose and meaning. These ongoing projects include internships at nonprofit organizations, off-campus service projects, international seminars, vocation-themed chapel presentations, interfaith forums, vocation retreats, and scholarships for students interested in exploring service to the community, ministry, or church leadership. Because Exploring Our Gifts will end in the summer 2010, the College recently created a permanent center—the Augsburg Center for Faith and Learning—that will keep vocation at the core of Augsburg’s vision well into the future. This new center will continue many of the current initiatives and will carry on the work of promoting discovery of gifts and discernment of calling among the students, faculty, and staff at Augsburg as well as members of the larger community. For further information on how to participate in Augsburg’s vocation programming, visit the Lilly Resource Center, Memorial Hall, room 231, or the Augsburg Center for Faith and Learning, Oren Gateway Center, room 106. Student Government The Augsburg Day Student Government and the Augsburg for Adults/Weekend and Evening College Student Senate organizations support and advocate for student concerns, needs, and activities. These student government groups serve as the primary voice and liaison between students and the administration, faculty, and staff of Augsburg College. Campus Activities and Orientation Campus Activities and Orientation (CAO) strives to create innovative programming that fosters individual and community development and creates an environment where students can connect, engage, and invest in the Augsburg community. CAO programming works to enhance and supplement the liberal arts instruction at Augsburg College through quality transitional programs for new students as well as through leadership education. CAO is made up of five program areas. These include: Campus Activities—CAO offers several programs and activities throughout the academic year designed to connect and engage students with the Augsburg community, as well as with the broader Twin Cities community. LBGTQIA Services—LBGTQIA Services works to improve the campus environment for all students, staff, faculty, and visitors at Augsburg College by developing and supporting inclusive understandings of gender and sexuality, as well as fostering a community that honors and affirms the wholeness of all identities. Student Life Student and Group Leadership Development— Emerging Leaders Program (ELP)—ELP is an initiative designed to develop new leadership at Augsburg. Emerging leaders learn skills necessary to be effective in leadership roles through intentional learning opportunities and relationships with upper class mentors. Student Group Development—CAO provides student groups with advising and skill-building workshops focusing on recruitment, event planning, meeting facilitation, conflict resolution, and other pertinent areas of development. Orientation Programs— SOAR—SOAR is a required two-day, overnight orientation experience for incoming first-year day students which is designed to help with the transition to Augsburg College. Students will meet fellow classmates, faculty, and staff; learn about college resources and services; obtain fall semester schedules; and get a taste of life on campus. Parent SOAR—Parent SOAR is an optional two-day orientation experience for the parents and guardians of first-year day students that runs concurrently with the students’ SOAR session. Parents will obtain important information about the campus, meet fellow parents, faculty, and staff; learn about college resources and services; and get a taste of what life will be like for their students on campus. TRANSFER-mation—TRANSFER-mation is a required halfday orientation experience for transfer students designed to help with the transition to Augsburg College. Students will learn about college resources and services, hear about academic programs, and discover why being a part of the Augsburg community is so rewarding. Auggie Days—Auggie Days is a required on-campus orientation experience for incoming first-year day students that is designed to complement SOAR. It provides opportunities to enhance academic and personal success and offers a helpful advantage in starting at Augsburg College. Student Center The Christensen Center, the Augsburg student union, serves students, faculty, staff, alumni, and guests. Traditionally considered the “living room” of the campus, the student union provides a central gathering place for the diverse populations of residential, commuter, Weekend College, and graduate students at Augsburg through the merging of curricular and co-curricular programs and activities. The Christensen Center also houses several student services, such as Undergraduate and Graduate Admissions, Campus Activities and Orientation, Event and Conference Planning, the Copy Center, Shipping and Receiving, the Information Desk, A’viands Food Services, Mail Services, the A-Club Grille, and Cooper’s Coffee Shop. The Auggies Nest, located on the ground floor of the Christensen Center, serves as the student group office area and houses the Augsburg Day Student Government and Augsburg for Adults/Weekend and Evenings College office, the ECHO (campus newspaper) office, the Augsburgian (student yearbook) office, and the KAUG (campus radio) office. Cubicles, lockers, and additional work spaces are also available in this area for student group use. Fine Arts Students have many opportunities to participate in music and drama. In addition to appearing on campus and in the city, the Augsburg Choir, Concert Band, and Orchestra perform on national and international tours. Many other ensembles are available to cover the entire range of musical styles and previous musical experience. Students stage several plays on campus each year under the direction of the Theatre Arts Program and have the opportunity to attend a series of oncampus workshops with visiting arts professionals. Anne Pederson Women’s Resource Center The Anne Pederson Women’s Resource Center at Augsburg College offers a variety of programming for Augsburg students (women and men) and is a meeting place for students, faculty, and staff alike. It houses a women’s studies library (including current magazines), a seminar room for films and discussions, and a lounge space for studying, relaxing, and just hanging out. The Women’s Resource Center sponsors numerous programs and activities (including regular social times, Feminist Film Fridays, spa days at the end of each semester, and the Koryne Horbal Convocation Lecture), and provides a safe place on campus for discussions, explorations, and women’s advocacy. The resource center is located in Sverdrup Hall 207. Athletics and Sports Intercollegiate Athletics—Augsburg is affiliated with the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC) and is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III. Men annually compete in football, soccer, cross country, basketball, ice hockey, wrestling, baseball, track and field, and golf. Women annually compete in volleyball, cross country, soccer, basketball, ice hockey, softball, swimming, track and field, and golf. Intramurals—Every student is urged to participate in some activity for recreation and relaxation. An intramural program provides competition in a variety of team sports as well as individual performance activities. Broomball has been an especially popular coed sport. Check schedules for times when there is open use of the gymnasium and ice arena. Augsburg College 2010-2011 I 27 Student Life Sports and recreation—At Augsburg, sports are for all students as well as the intercollegiate athlete. The campus offers on a space-available basis a double-rink ice arena, gymnasium, tennis courts, a fitness center with workout machines and weight room, and an air-supported dome over the athletic field for winter fitness use by walkers and runners. (See Fitness Centers on page 32.) Gage Center for Academic Achievement The Gage Center assists all Augsburg students in setting and achieving optimal academic goals here at the College and beyond. The center consists of five collaborating units: Academic Advising—Academic Advising orients new Day and Weekend College undergraduate students to the academic policies and procedures of the College and assists students on initial course selection. This office also provides interpretation of core curriculum requirements, administers entrylevel skill assessments, interprets graduation requirements, provides degree-planning materials, and answers questions on student academic progress. Academic Advising functions as a supplement to the faculty advising system at Augsburg College, and is located in the Enrollment Center. All current students are assigned to a faculty adviser. Prior to the end of their sophomore year, when they have completed 12 or more credits, students are required to declare their major and select a faculty adviser. Majors and minors are declared online through Augnet Records and Registration. Students select a faculty adviser from their major area of study using the declaration form. All Day students are required to meet with their assigned faculty adviser each term prior to registration. Both Day and weekend college students are encouraged to meet with their faculty adviser as often as is necessary. Center for Learning and Adaptive Student Services (CLASS)—The Center for Learning and Adaptive Student Services (CLASS) provides individualized accommodations and academic support for students with documented learning, attentional, psychiatric, and other cognitive disabilities. CLASS has been recognized as a leader in its field, helping these students gain full access to the College 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 discuss their disabilities and determine a plan for academic access. Typically, meetings are held weekly and discussions may include: • Accommodations for testing and coursework (e.g., extended time, note-taking) • Referrals to other campus resources (e.g., tutoring, general technology assistance, academic advising, counseling, financial aid) • Training and use of assistive technology through the Groves Computer Laboratory 28 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 • Assistance with academic, organizational, and time management skills CLASS specialists may also consult with instructors, academic advisers, and other members of the College faculty, staff, or administration to support each student as they work toward success. Taking advantage of those opportunities, however, remains the student’s responsibility. These services are available to any Augsburg student who establishes eligibility by submitting appropriate documentation to the CLASS office. A copy of the Guidelines for Documentation of a Disability can be obtained by contacting the CLASS Office. 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. These services are made possible in part through endowment support provided by the Gage family and the Groves Foundation. Academic Skills Office (ASO)— The Academic Skills Office provides comprehensive academic support (e.g. time management, note-taking, reading, testing, motivation/procrastination) for all Augsburg students through individual and group appointments. In addition, the academic skills coaches address affective needs and aid in the transition to college life. Coaches also refer students to campus resources. The Academic Skills Office coordinates several programs to support students: • Tutoring/Supplemental Instruction Services: ASO coordinates free tutoring for most classes and supplemental instruction in specific courses. • Conditional Admit Program (CAP): A limited number of students are admitted conditionally through the CAP program. Students must fulfill CAP requirements or they will be continued in the CAP program or dismissed. See the “Academic Progress, Probation, and Dismissal” section of the catalog for a description of dismissal procedures. • Probation Advising: Students placed or continued on probation are required to meet with an approved academic advocate. Registration is prevented until the student completes the probation requirements as specified by their academic advocate. Students who do not meet with their academic advocate and/or do not fulfill the probation requirements will be continued on probation or dismissed. See the “Academic Progress, Probation, and Dismissal” section of the catalog for a description of dismissal procedures. • Augsburg Advantage at St. Kates (AASK): The Augsburg College Admissions Committee selects students for the AASK program, based on their application for admission to Augsburg. The AASK program is a collaborative effort between St. Catherine University (St. Kate’s) and Augsburg to assist students in the transition from high school to Student Life college with specific courses and supportive programming. The program provides participants with the opportunity to complete similar coursework that first year students complete at Augsburg. Students attend courses on the Minneapolis campus of St. Catherine University and have access to both campuses for support, resources, and activities. Upon successful completion, students are guaranteed sophomore status (minimum of 7 course credits) and will have fulfilled many of the first-year Augsburg requirements. In order to complete the program, students are required to: • Complete all required courses (30 semester credits) including Foundations in Fitness (at Augsburg) with a minimum 2.5 GPA and no course grade below a 2.0 or P. • Satisfactory completion on Critical Competencies • Attend all seminars and transition events at Augsburg and St. Kates • Complete transition application and recommendation process with adviser at St. Kate’s by March 15. • Completen the Summer Transition Program (one course and all programming) in Summer I at Augsburg after year at St. Kate’s. TRIO Programs—TRIO programs are federal grant programs funded by the U.S. Department of Education, which seek to help students overcome class, social, academic and cultural barriers to higher education. TRIO programs are designed to help students prepare for college, adjust to college life, and attain good academic standing. They also help students improve their likelihood of transfer and graduation from a four-year degree program in addition to preparation for graduate school. TRIO/Student Support Services—Student Support Services (SSS) is a TRIO program designed to help students persist in college and graduate in a timely manner. The program serves students who are low-income, first-generation college students (neither parent has a four-year degree) and students with disabilities to develop the skills and motivation necessary to successfully pursue and earn a bachelor’s degree. Participants in TRIO/SSS must also be U.S. citizens, permanent residents or refugees, must demonstrate academic need for program services, and be committed to succeed in college. Augsburg TRIO/Student Support Services serves 160 students from the point of admission through graduation, including transfer students. TRIO/SSS typically admits 40 new students to the program each year. Major components of the Augsburg College TRIO/SSS program include: • Individual academic advising and support, including appropriate goal attainment strategies and self-advocacy skill-building • Academic program planning, including pre-registration for each term, major and career decision-making, and longterm course planning • Preemptive tutoring during the first seven weeks of the semester. • Financial aid counseling and education, financial aid literacy education • Academic progress monitoring, weekly progress meetings for students on academic probation • Academic success workshops, group academic skill development • Graduate and professional school information and application assistance • Social and cultural activities and student-led events • Five-week residential Summer Bridge program including free summer-term college coursework, academic seminars, adjustment-to-college workshops, and advising for 25 incoming first-year students • Need-based scholarships for students actively participating in TRIO/SSS Students may apply for TRIO/SSS anytime after admission to Augsburg College; however, preference is given to students who apply within their first term of enrollment. For more information, an application, or to make an appointment with a TRIO/SSS adviser, contact TRIO/SSS program staff at 612330-1311, or Science 152. TRIO/McNair Scholars Program—The McNair Scholars Program, a federal TRIO program funded by the U.S. Department of Education, is designed to prepare participants for doctoral studies through involvement in research and other scholarly activities. The goal of McNair is to increase graduate degree attainment of students from underrepresented segments of society and to encourage these students to consider becoming college professors. McNair Scholars enroll in the program during their sophomore or junior year. Students must be enrolled full time (or will be enrolled full time) at Augsburg College, demonstrate strong academic potential, and have an interest in pursuing doctoral studies. To qualify as eligible for the program, the student must be low-income AND first generation OR a member of a group underrepresented in graduate study—African American, American Indian, Alaskan Native, or Hispanic/Latino. The Augsburg McNair program serves 25 students per year. A major component of the Augsburg McNair Scholars Program is a summer research experience in collaboration with a faculty mentor. For research, scholars receive a $2,800 stipend plus $1,500 for room and board and research supplies. Stipends are also available for attending and presenting their work at a professional conference (up to $1,000). Students will also participate in: • Social and cultural activities to enrich participants’ academic lives and perspectives • Conference travel and professional presentation of participants’ original research • Graduate program exploration and application assistance • Financial aid exploration, as well as application and GRE fee waivers and other financial incentives, such as McNair designated fellowships Augsburg College 2010-2011 I 29 Student Life • Intensive preparation for the Graduate Records Examination (GRE), the test required for admittance into most graduate programs • Tuition-free academic credit courses, Discourse in the Disciplines and Introduction to Research • Sharpened writing, library, technology, and oral presentation skills • A motivated, diverse, and supportive learning community Office of Undergraduate Research and Graduate Opportunity (URGO)—The Office of Undergraduate Research and Graduate Opportunity is a resource for Augsburg students seeking research, scholarship, and graduate and professional school opportunities. URGO also supports faculty and staff in their work to engage students in these areas. Services include help securing national fellowships and research opportunities on and off campus, graduate and professional school advising, GRE and LSAT preparation, application assistance, and monetary support for selected research projects and conference travel. In addition, URGO awards special research funding and support for low-income and first-generation college students and their mentors. Services for Students with Disabilities Access Center—The Access Center provides support and specialized services to students with documented physical disabilities. These may include TBI, chronic illness, mobility impairments, and vision, hearing, or speech impairments. The Access Center is committed to providing equal and integrated access for students with disabilities to the academic, social, cultural, and residential programs that Augsburg College offers with the goal of promoting independence and assisting students in reaching their individual potential. Areas of assistance include but are not limited to: • individual meetings with the physical disabilities specialist on a regularly scheduled basis • Determination of academic accommodations • Assistance with time management issues • Academic advising and assistance • Advocacy with faculty and staff • Use of assistive technology • Assistance with community support services and other non-academic issues Housing accommodations are provided on an individual basis for students with physical disabilities based on the review of appropriate documentation. The nature of the disability and the amount of equipment and personal care needed are also considered in housing placement. Academic accommodations are intended to ensure access to educational opportunities for students with disabilities. The mandate to provide accommodations does not, however, extend to adjustments that would “fundamentally alter” the basic nature or essential curricular components of an institution’s courses or programs. Weekend College and graduate students with docu- 30 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 mented physical disabilities are encouraged to contact the Access Center for assistance. Every effort will be made to schedule a meeting time that works for all involved. Center for Learning and Adaptive Student Services—(Supports students with learning, attentional, psychiatric, and other cognitive disabilities. See page 28.) TRIO/Student Support Services—(Students with disabilities may be eligible to apply for TRIO/SSS. See page 29.) StepUP® Program The StepUP program at Augsburg College strives to help students champion lives of recovery, achieve academic success, and thrive in a residential community of accountability and support. The culture of StepUP is shaped by its values: recovery based on spirituality and the 12-step model; personal responsibility, integrity, and living a balanced life; educational success; giving back through servant leadership; thriving in a community that is an alcohol- and drug-free environment; and developing healthy minds, bodies, spirits and emotions. Students live in on-campus recovery housing, have individual support meetings with licensed alcohol and drug counseling staff, and participate in team and community building activities. Students have access to academic skills specialists and other support services on campus. Participation in the program offers students leadership opportunities within the program, on campus, and in the greater Twin Cities community. In StepUP, students join together to form a community in which recovery is celebrated as a normal part of personal growth. Many of the friendships and bonds students form while participating in the StepUP program last a lifetime. In order to qualify for the program students must be committed to a 12-step abstinence-based recovery program, have a minimum of six months of continuous sobriety, agree to abide by the StepUP contract, and live in StepUP housing. Ethnic Student Services American Indian Student Services—The American Indian Student Services program has been assisting American Indian students to further their academic careers at Augsburg College since 1978. The program’s mission is to recruit, retain, and graduate Native students by providing academic, financial, emotional, and cultural support and advocacy in a comfortable and friendly environment. Some of the services provided include: • Assists students with the admission process and financial aid application • Nurtures students’ identification as an American Indian and provides opportunities for students to learn about their heritage • Provides opportunities for the campus community to learn about the variety of American Indian people and cultures Student Life • Provides academic advising and course plans • Provides opportunities to network with other American Indian students, faculty, staff, and alumni • Provides a number of different scholarships including the Bonnie Wallace Leadership Award, Minnesota Indian Teacher Training Partnership Grant, and additional assistance in seeking and applying for other outside/tribal scholarships • Offers community and professional referrals, networking opportunities within the Native community and information about jobs and internships Hispanic/Latino Student Services—The Hispanic/Latino Student Services program offers students individualized attention in many areas, including academic support, counseling, and advocacy. Day, WEC, and graduate students find assistance in admissions and financial aid procedures, scholarships, orientation and registration, academic planning, career counseling, housing, internships and employment, and placement referrals. The program advises Latino student organizations (such as the Spanish Club and the Allied Latino/a Augsburg Students) and supports academic, social, and cultural events/ activities that improve the academic and personal development of Hispanic/ Latino students and provide awareness of the unique aspects of Hispanic culture. Pan-Asian Student Services—The Pan-Asian Student Services program was created in 1992 to recruit and retain AsianAmerican students and to enhance the quality of their total experience while at Augsburg College. The program seeks to create opportunities where Asian students can be involved in and contribute to all aspects of academic and student life. The program provides assistance in the admissions and financial aid application process, orientation, registration and coursework selection, career development, academic and non-academic pursuits, and employment and placement referrals. The Augsburg Asian Student Association is affiliated with the program. The association organizes various activities during the academic year to increase the network of friendship and support for Asians, other students at Augsburg, and the surrounding community. Pan-Afrikan Student Services—The Pan-Afrikan Center (PAC) traces its roots to an event held in 1968 called “One Day in May” when Augsburg hosted a series of interactive programs with the community. As a result, Black Student Affairs was born. It has evolved, over the years, into the PAC. PAC serves the Augsburg College community by providing culturally conscious personal, academic, financial, preprofessional and transitional support for students of Afrikan descent. This service enhances the recruitment, retention, and graduation of Pan-Afrikan students and enables their learning experience to be interactive. PAC brings the knowledge and experience of Afrikan people in the Diaspora to the community through a variety of programming and advises the Pan-Afrikan Student Union. The Pan-Afrikan Student Union (PASU) is a commissioned organization whose purpose is to enable students of Afrikan descent to share their diversity and collectively express their fellowship with the Augsburg community. PASU sponsors a variety of social and cultural activities. The offices of PAC and PASU are located in Murphy Place 208 and 209. Scholastic Connections—Scholastic Connections is a scholarship and mentorship program for achievement-oriented students of color who are continuing Augsburg undergraduate students. The goal of the program is to form a mentoring community that provides a network of belonging that recognizes, supports, challenges, and inspires scholars to ensure their success at Augsburg and beyond. Each year five new scholars are selected as program participants via an application process. Scholars receive a $5,000 scholarship for the academic year and are paired with a mentor who is an alum of color and is successful within their chosen profession. Working with the Ethnic Services directors, scholar/mentor pairings are formed that, ideally, match ethnic group and field of interest. Eligible scholars have: • A GPA of 2.5 or higher • Demonstrated financial need • Demonstrated leadership ability or potential • Demonstrated community involvement both on and off campus Program objectives are to: • Support scholars as they continue at Augsburg • Frame the questions: Who am I? Where do I belong? What are my gifts? How can I best serve the world? • Assist in discerning vocation • Prepare for life after Augsburg: career planning and implementation Scholars who successfully complete program requirements are eligible to continue with the program each successive year until graduation. LGBTQIA Services Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, Intersex, and Asexual (LGBTQIA) Services works to improve the campus climate for all students, staff, faculty and visitors at Augsburg College by developing and supporting inclusive understandings of gender and sexuality, as well as fostering a community that honors and affirms the wholeness of all identities. LGBTQIA Services provides student advocacy and educational opportunities for the entire campus through a variety of programs and ongoing initiatives. Ally Trainings; the Soup, Gender, and Sexuality series; and the LGBTQIA Newsletter offer learning and networking opportunities for the entire campus on issues around gender and sexuality. In addition, the department honors LGBTQIA and allied Augsburg College 2010-2011 I 31 Student Life students each year during Lavender Graduation, where the recipients of the LGBTQIA Student Leadership Award and Karen Neitge Scholarship are honored. For more information, visit www.augsburg.edu/cao/ lgbtqia.html. Health and Fitness Center for Counseling and Health Promotion Counseling—Personal counseling offers a confidential and supportive place for students to discuss personal life challenges with professional mental health counselors. Through counseling, students can name personal strengths and challenges, identify self-care and support resources, learn new relationship and coping skills, and increase awareness of values and choices. Counseling services to students include individual counseling, group counseling, assessment and referral to campus and mental health resources, educational workshops, and consultations in the case of concern for another student. Students bring many concerns to counseling, including stress, anxiety, depression, mood swings, relationship concerns, grief and loss, roommate issues, intimacy and sexuality, alcohol and other drug concerns, family issues, eating concerns, coming out and other sexual identity concerns, cultural identity, self-esteem, sleep difficulties, and other concerns. Professional counseling can help increase student academic success both by increasing the opportunity for increased self-understanding and personal growth, and by directly addressing potential barriers to academic success. Health Promotion—Health Promotion offers activities and events that increase awareness of health issues and assists students in adapting new behaviors for a healthier lifestyle, such as weekly pilates and yoga classes. Health promotion also includes an active group of student peer health educators (EP!C) who are available to present an interactive alcohol education program to groups requesting the program. Health promotion also works with various campus organizations and student groups to foster positive change within the campus environment. Health Insurance Augsburg College does not require that students have health insurance, with the exception of international students and student athletes. If a student is not covered by a health insurance plan, they may contact the Center for Counseling and Health Promotion for more information on student health insurance plans. Health Clinic Services The College offers basic health care services to students through a contract with UFP – Smiley’s Clinic. These services are limited. For students without health insurance, Smiley’s 32 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 Clinic provides certain clinic health services with a minimal co-pay at the time of the visit. Emergency services of any kind are not covered through the contract between Augsburg and Smiley’s Clinic. Students with health insurance can also access Smiley’s Clinic for a variety of clinic or other health services. A student’s health insurance provider will be billed for medical services and the student will be responsible for any co-pays or deductibles associated with their insurance. For more information regarding counseling, health promotion, health insurance, or health clinic services, call 612-330-1707 or visit www.augsburg.edu/cchp. Fitness Centers Located on the lower level of Kennedy Center and Melby Hall the fitness centers are equipped with stationary bicycles, stair steppers, treadmills, and other aerobic workout machines. They include a weight room with universal and free weight systems. All staff, students, and faculty may use the centers; some hours are reserved for classes. International Student Advising (ISA) ISA’s mission is to serve the educational and personal development needs of the international student body in a way that embraces our common humanity and cultural diversity. The director of International Student Advising is responsible for: • Fulfilling duties of Principal Designated School Official (PDSO) for F-1 student visa program and Responsible Officer (RO) for J-1 student/scholar exchange program • General advocacy for international students • Advising the International Student Organization • Facilitating intercultural skill-building sessions for students, faculty, and staff • Celebrating diversity of cultures by increasing awareness of international/intercultural issues New international students participate in an orientation program that provides practical information on housing, health insurance, taxes, banking, local transportation, and applying for a social security card. Students use intercultural communication theory to explore their adjustment to a new culture and education system. The International Student Organization (ISO) provides a forum for the interests and concerns of international students and fosters productive interaction among them, the college administration, and U.S. students. This mission is accomplished through yearly programming of events such as International Education Week, sponsorship of forums on international issues, and outings to sites of interest in the community. Information on how to get involved is available through ISA. (Also see Study Opportunities Abroad on page 42 and Student Teaching Abroad on page 42.) Student Life Residence Life Program Students who choose to make Augsburg their home find a friendly, 23-acre village in the midst of a major metropolitan area. They make many new friends among roommates and classmates. They are just steps away from Lindell Library, classrooms, Hoversten Chapel, the ice arena, fitness center, and Christensen Center. With just over 1,000 students living on campus, most students and faculty greet each other by name. Augsburg recognizes the importance of the residential experience during the college years. Studies show that students who live on campus are more likely to persist academically, to be involved on campus, and tend to have a slightly higher grade point average. Department of Residence Life staff are professional and student team members available to support students in their academic and co-curricular experiences. Through their efforts residential community members become acquainted with life at Augsburg through educational and social opportunities. Living on campus offers many opportunities for learning, leadership, and fun. Numerous events are planned to welcome students to the community, including dances, movie nights, open mic nights, and weeks devoted to special themes or issues. Resident students have access to a 24-hour computer lounge, wireless internet, study lounges, 24-hour security, laundry facilities, and vending. All rooms and apartments are equipped with hook-ups for telephone, cable television, computers, and internet access. A skyway connecting the lobby of Urness Hall and Mortensen Hall to Christensen Center and Oren Gateway Center to the Lindell Library keeps students out of the weather on the way to class. To secure housing on campus, students need to submit the following items by May 1: • Enrollment deposit • Housing deposit • Housing contract Students submitting deposits and the housing contract after May 1 will be placed in housing as space is available. During spring semester, current Augsburg students are provided with information on the process to secure housing for the next academic year. Urness Hall—One home to new Auggies and upper-class resident advisers, this nine-story high-rise houses 324 students. Each floor is considered a house-unit providing 36 students (two to a room) with their own lounge, study, and utility areas. In Urness Hall, rooms are furnished with a bed, dresser, desk, and chair. Linens are not provided. Mortensen Hall—This building is a 13-story high-rise apartment building. It contains 104 one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments to accommodate 312 upper-class students. Mortensen Hall is carpeted and contains kitchenette units. It is furnished with beds and dressers. Anderson Hall—Contains four types of living units: twobedroom apartments, two-room suites, floor houses, and townhouses. This residence houses 192 students, including new Auggies, upper-class students, and the special interest housing program. All rooms are furnished with beds, dressers, desks, and chairs. Luther Hall—Opened in 1999, this apartment residence includes studios and two- and four-bedroom apartments with full kitchens. Beds, dressers, desks, and chairs are provided. Underground parking is available at an additional cost. Meal plans are optional. This building is designed to provide an environment for upper-class students. Oren Gateway Center— The new “front door” to the Augsburg campus, Oren Gateway Center offers substance-free living connected to a dining area, underground parking, and classrooms. Opened in 2007, Oren Gateway Center houses the StepUP first-year and upperclass community and upper-class students committed to an alcohol- and drug-free environment. Flats, apartments, and studios are furnished with bed, desk, and dressers. Meal plans are optional. Special Interest Housing—Special interest housing is available to students who are interested in creating a living/learning environment by designing their own house system. All house members meet to determine their program focus, educational goals, and community agreement guidelines. Examples of programs of past special interest housing include PASU, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Youth and Family Ministry, Urban Studies House, Hawthorne House, Pre-Professional Health Association, and the Cross-Cultural House. Food Service A-Club Grille—Located on the ground floor of Christensen Center, the A-Club Grille provides a sports flair and features grill items, pizza, soups, sand­wiches, salads, desserts, and beverage. Commons—Situated on the top floor of Christensen Center, this is the main food service facility for students, faculty, and staff. This spacious room features small-table units for easy conversation overlooking the College quadrangle and Murphy Square. Students on board plans who live in residence halls eat their meals in the Commons. Cooper’s Coffee Shop—On the main level of Christensen Center, Cooper’s Coffee Shop sells coffee, smoothies, sandwiches, and snacks. Nabo — This eatery is located in the Oren Gateway Center. Pronounced ‘náh-bu’, with the accent on the first syllable, featured food options include salads, cold and hot sandwiches, a pasta bar, pastries and beverages. Augsburg provides a variety of board plan options for those living in College houses or nearby apartments. Augsburg College 2010-2011 I 33 Student Life College Policies Student Standards of Behavior, Complaints, Records The College has adopted a statement of standards for student behavior and has provided for due process in matters of academic honesty, disciplinary action, and grievances. These are in the Student Guide. The College operates in compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. Students have the right to inspect certain official records, files, and data that pertain to them and that are maintained in the registrar’s office and the placement office, and to challenge inaccurate or misleading information. Information on these policies is found in the Student Guide available on the website at www.augsburg.edu/ studentguide. Official Notices Students will receive official notices via the student campus mail system (student campus box), the A-Mail publication, and the student’s Augsburg e-mail account. Students should check their campus mailbox and their student e-mail account regularly. The A-Mail is a daily online publication on Inside Augsburg. Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974, as amended, provides certain rights to students regarding their education records. Each year Augsburg is required to give notice of the various rights accorded to students pursuant to FERPA. A copy of Augsburg’s policy is published in this catalog on page 62 and in the Student Guide distributed annually to students. Augsburg College understands that no information other than “directory information” can be released without the written permission of the student, except in limited circumstances. Students must give permission in writing for educational information to be released to anyone outside of the official personnel (faculty and administration) at Augsburg. This means that faculty or others cannot write letters of support/recommendation or nominate students for awards unless explicit written permission is given by the student to release non-“directory information.” It is not sufficient to ask for letters of recommendation. Complete information about Augsburg’s procedures with regard to FERPA are available from the Office of the Registrar. 34 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 Discrimination Complaints For inquiries or grievances in any of the following areas, contact the director of human resources, ground floor, Memorial Hall 19, 612-330-1023. Affirmative Action—for matters based on race, creed, national, or ethnic origin Section 504—for matters based on physical or mental handicap Title IX—for matters based on gender or marital status Employment—All correspondence should be addressed to the Office of Human Resources at Augsburg College, 2211 Riverside Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55454. Academic Information Academic Information Academic Information Augsburg College constructs its curriculum upon the premise that students must be educated intellectually, spiritually, and physically. To act effectively, human beings must have a broad grasp of the world from which they have come as well as the world in which they live. By providing courses in the humanities, fine arts, natural sciences, and social sciences, the general education curriculum introduces students to the breadth and complexity of knowledge and culture. Required Search for Meaning courses are designed to acquaint students with the Christian tradition, introduce them to other faith traditions, and encourage them to reflect upon the importance and meaning of spirituality in their lives. Recreation courses offer students opportunities to develop skills for participation in exercise and sporting activities. Students choose from more than 50 major areas of study to gain a depth of know­ledge in a discipline and to prepare for a career or further study. Thus, through a balance of curricular activities supported by full programs in student life and religious life, an Augsburg College education strives to educate its students in a real world for the real world. Degrees Offered Augsburg offers the bachelor of arts, the bachelor of music, and the bachelor of science degrees. Augsburg also offers the master of arts (in leadership, nursing, and education), the master of business administration, the master of science (in physician assistant studies), the master of social work, and the doctor of nursing practice degrees.­ Academic Calendar The Augsburg day program follows the semester calendar, with fall and spring semesters of approximately 14 weeks. Full-time students normally take four course credits each semester. The day program calendar is coordinated with those of the four other colleges of the Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities, so students can take a course on another campus during the regular term.** Weekend College classes typically meet on alternate weekends and the program follows a trimester calendar. Some classes may meet on weekday evenings. The fall trimester is held from early September through mid-December. Winter trimester meets from January through early April. Spring classes are held from mid-April through the end of June. There are 7-8 class sessions each trimester, and classes meet on weekends for 3.5 to 4 hours. (Refer to the program schedule for weekday evening meeting times.) Students may take from one to four classes each term.** The Rochester campus operates on a trimester calendar. Classes are held on weekday evenings and meet alternate 36 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 weeks. Similar to Weekend College, Rochester’s fall trimester begins in September, winter trimester begins in January, and spring trimester begins in April. There are 7-8 class sessions each trimester with each class meeting for 3-1/2 to 4 hours. Students may take one to four classes each term.** **See Registration on page 48 and Calendars on page 6 Courses and majors offered through Weekend College and the Rochester campus are the same as their Day College counterparts. However, the curriculum is limited to selected liberal arts courses and majors. Augsburg offers two summer school sessions, plus two summer online options. Select graduate-level courses may be made available in a separate summer term. The summer session schedule is available in March of each year. Augsburg graduate programs follow a trimester calendar, except for physician assistant studies. (See Graduate Programs on page 47.) Faculty The heart of any educational institution is its faculty. Augsburg College is particularly proud of the excellence and commitment of its professors. Most faculty hold a doctorate or the highest degree in their field, and all consider teaching to be the focus of their activity. Faculty are also involved in a variety of professional and research activities that support their teaching. They are actively involved in an exciting faculty development program that introduces them to current thought in many fields, but especially in teaching techniques and theories. Augsburg’s size and small classes encourage its tradition of close involvement between professors and students. Faculty act as academic advisers and participate regularly in campus activities. Every first-year is assigned an Augsburg Seminar adviser and, later, chooses a major adviser. In this close interaction, faculty act as both mentors and models for students. Library and Information Technology Services The James G. Lindell Family Library opened in 1997. The four-level, 73,000-square-foot facility houses all library and information technology functions of the College. In addition to the 190,000 volume main collection, the Lindell Library includes special collections and archives, curriculum library, a computer lab and student computing help desk, library instruction classroom, and facilities for media viewing and listening. Skyways link the library to Oren Gateway Center and Sverdrup Hall. Learning Commons Within Lindell Library, a Learning Commons provides Academic Information science, economics, mathematics, physics, political science, psychology, sociology. assistance in research and the use of technology as well as spaces for collaborative learning. In the Learning Commons multimedia lab, students can create digital audio and visual projects. Professional Studies—Business administration, education, health and physical education, nursing, social work. Library Resources Majors and Minors Students can search a wide variety of local, regional, national, and international databases. They have access to 190,000 volumes within Lindell Library and, through a daily courier service, to the library holdings of the seven private liberal arts colleges in the Twin Cities. Lindell Library has a large collection of media resources. A service-oriented staff provides students and faculty with research assistance and instruction in the use of information resources. Arrangements are made for access by students with physical limitation and special needs. Information Technology Resources Augsburg College has built a reputation as a leader in its commitment to provide students with the best access to information technology and training. Visit the Student Technology website, www.augsburg.edu/techdesk, for more on Information Technology at Augsburg. Computing Students have access to more than 250 on-campus computers. There are both PC and Macintosh desktop computers available in the Lindell Library Learning Commons and computer lab and in the 24-hour Urness computer lab. The College has six computer classrooms and 41 technologyenhanced classrooms. The circulation desk in the Lindell Library has 40 wireless 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 and Internet2. Network-ready student machines can connect to the campus network from dormitory rooms or any building on campus using WiFi. All of the AugNet online services and several of the registrar’s student services are available securely on and off-campus. Academic Organization and Programs Divisions and Departments The College curriculum is offered by 26 departments that are grouped into three divisions for administrative and instructional purposes. Fine Arts and Humanities—American Indian studies, art, communication studies, English, history, languages and crosscultural studies, music, philosophy, religion, theatre arts, College librarians. Natural and Social Sciences—Biology, chemistry, computer Majors, or concentrations of study, may be within one department, within one division, or may cross academic disciplines. Some students decide on a major or majors before they enter college. Others explore a variety of disciplines before deciding. A major at Augsburg shall require no more than 13.0 credits from any one academic department. The Academic Affairs Committee may amend this credit maximum in support of industry or professional accreditation standards. Students may complete non-required electives within the department beyond the 13.0 credit limit. The College requires students to declare a major by the end of the sophomore year, and earlier in some disciplines. Details of majors and minors are in the course description section. Unless otherwise indicated, majors are part of the bachelor of arts degree. Students are not required to complete a minor for graduation; however, minors completed prior to graduation will be listed on the transcript. Minors are not noted on the transcript if they are completed after a bachelor’s degree has been awarded. Student-Designed Major Students may design their own major with the assistance and approval of three advisers from relevant fields and subsequent final approval by the Augsburg College Academic Affairs Committee (AAC). A student-designed major allows flexibility in selecting major courses. Any student wishing to design a major must complete a proposal, submit it with approval and supporting letters from three faculty advisers, and obtain AAC approval of the program. Students should seek AAC approval as early as possible so that any changes suggested by AAC may be incorporated into the design without affecting the student’s proposed completion date. The deadline for initial submission of the program design to AAC is the first term in which the student has achieved junior status; the final version must be approved the term before the student achieves senior status. Students wishing to design majors must: 1. Develop the student-designed major in concert with three faculty advisers from relevant fields, who together constitute the Review Team. All advisers must sign the proposal cover sheet and submit supporting letters of approval to AAC. Supporting letters should assess both the student’s ability to complete the proposed major and the validity and value of the proposed major, including (in at least one of the letters) the proposed capstone course. The advisers’ signatures and supporting letters represent their approval of the program, including the capstone course, and their commitment to Augsburg College 2010-2011 I 37 Academic Information oversee the student’s progress. 2. Develop a student-designed major program proposal that includes: a. A statement of learning goals and objectives. b. A list of proposed courses (minimum of nine, no more than one of which is a lower-level language course and at least five of which are upper division) and a discussion of how the courses are related to the program goals. Indicate how the proposed courses collectively support a specialized and cohesive plan usually associated with a college major. Proposals must include research describing comparable programs of study at a minimum of three other academic institutions. In addition, students should consult with the Strommen Career and Internship Center for additional information regarding career objectives. The proposal should provide information showing how the Augsburg Core Curriculum requirements (including graduation skills) are to be fulfilled. c. A description of the student-designed major capstone to be taken sometime during the senior year. The student should devise the capstone in consultation with advisers. It should require an integrative project/paper that draws together the coursework up to that point and/or prepares one for further study. In addition, at least one of the advisers must specifically address the rationale for the proposed capstone in his or her supporting letter, though approval of the studentdesigned major program by all advisers presumes their approval of the capstone course. 3. Submit the completed proposal and supporting documentation to the dean’s office. If AAC approves the proposed major program, the student will be expected to complete the program designed and still meet all of the other Augsburg degree requirements as stated in the college catalog. Students who design their own majors will meet with their advisers regularly throughout the design and subsequent evaluation of their program. Changes in the approved student-designed major may be made through the normal petition process to the Student Standing Committee with adviser approval. ACTC Majors—It is possible for full-time day students to complete other majors through the Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities (ACTC). Students who wish to complete a major or minor offered at one of the other ACTC colleges must submit a completed ACTC Major or Minor Declaration Form to the Augsburg registrar’s office. This form must list all ACTC courses required and be signed by the ACTC school adviser. Some majors may not be available or may have a competitive application process with acceptance determined by the major department. Weekend College is not part of the ACTC consortium, and weekend students may not register for ACTC courses or complete ACTC majors under the terms of the ACTC consortium agreements. 38 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 Other Study Programs Teaching Licensure Several teaching licensure programs are offered at Augsburg. Licensure is available in kindergarten-elementary or K-6 license. A middle school endorsement is available in one of the following: mathematics, science, communication arts/ literature, social studies. A preprimary endorsement (3- to 5-year-olds) is also available. Licensure is also available in the following middle school/high school fields: life sciences, chemistry, communication arts/literature, health, mathematics, physics, and social studies. This license prepares people to teach in grades 5-12. Students seeking licensure in one of these areas obtain an appropriate subject area major and complete secondary licensure coursework. Specialist licenses are available in art (K-12), vocal music and instrumental music (K-12), and physical education (K-12). The licenses prepare people to teach in grades K-12. Students seeking licensure in one of these areas also obtain the appropriate subject area major and complete the secondary licensure coursework. (See Department of Education on page 117 and subject area departments for more information.) K-12 special education majors and licenses in Emotional/Behavioral Disabilities and in Learning Disabilities are also available. These majors and licenses are offered only through Weekend College. Students seeking elementary licensure and special education licensure have education department advisers. Students seeking 5-12 and K-12 licensure have advisers in their subject area major and in the education department. It is very important that students work closely with their advisers throughout their programs. Certificate Programs Augsburg offers undergraduate certificates through the departments of Art and Business Administration (see departments and programs section on page 64). Certificates are available to non-degree seeking students or students who are completing a degree from a different academic department. A student may declare degree seeking status after earning a certificate. Pre-Professional Programs Students who plan to enter the fields of law, medicine, dentistry, ministry, veterinary science, pharmacy, or engineering can profit from a liberal arts education at Augsburg. It is recommended that requirements for admission to graduate schools or seminaries be reviewed and the course of study at Augsburg planned accordingly. A faculty adviser is available in each field to assist students in their planning. Students who want to plan a pre-professional program should contact Academic Advising prior to or early in their first year to arrange for faculty advising. Pre-Dentistry—These courses are recommended to fulfill the minimum requirements of the School of Dentistry at the Academic Information University of Minnesota: ENL 111, 220; BIO 151, 152, 253, 369; CHM 115, 116 (or 105, 106), 351, 352; MAT 114 or 163; PHY 121, 122; PSY 105. Requirements at other universities may vary. Pre-Engineering—See engineering degree and major requirements on page 126. Pre-Law—Students considering a career in law should examine the handbook published by the Association of American Law Schools. Students may wish to take law-related courses to help determine their interest in law. Pre-law students should major in a discipline of their own choosing; most law school entrance requirements will be satisfied with a record of solid achievement coupled with an acceptable LSAT score. Pre-Medicine—A major in chemistry and biology is not required in order to apply to medical schools, but many students with an interest in the health sciences choose to major in these fields. The competitive candidate typically has substantially more training than the minimal course requirements. Students should review requirements and recommended courses of each program being considered for application and consult early and frequently with a prehealth science adviser. Coursework that is required by most medical schools includes: one to two semesters of English composition such as ENL 111, 220; CHM 115, 116 (or 105, 106); CHM 351, 352; BIO 151, 152, 253, 369; MAT 145, 146, 163; PHY 121, 122. Courses recommended in preparation for MCATs: BIO 355, 473, 476; CHM 361. universities may vary. Honors Program The Augsburg Honors Program offers an adventurous education where students with a passion for ideas can be their best. We offer a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for students committed to an exceptional higher education. Augsburg’s Honors Program is unlike any other honors program in the nation because it gives students the resources and freedom to build their own ideal higher education. Students have the opportunity to create their own courses, edit and write for the Augsburg Review of Undergraduate Scholarship, participate in an intramural debate league, belong to an Honors House, and learn through small reading groups, research projects, and travel around the world. Each Honors course has been specifically created for Honors students, and includes a challenging “signature experience” such as writing a play, putting great books on trial, or attending music, theatre, and art performances. Honors courses bring in professors from several different departments so you can learn from talented professors teaching their specialties. For information, contact Robert C. Groven, Honors Program director, at honors@augsburg.edu. Also see the Honors Program in the departments and programs section on page 148. Pre-Occupational Therapy, Pre-Physician Assistant, and PrePhysical Therapy—Coursework in preparation for these programs should be discussed with a faculty member in the Department of Biology. Pre-Pharmacy—Augsburg has a program designed to fulfill minimum requirements of the College of Pharmacy at the University of Minnesota: BIO 151, 353, 476; CHM 115, 116 (or 105, 106), 351, 352; COM 111 or 115; ECO 112 or 113; ENL 111, 220; MAT 145; PHY 121, 122; and two courses in Behavioral Sciences such as PSY 105 and SOC 121. Requirements at other universities may vary. Pre-Seminary—A student may enter a theological seminary with any of several different majors, such as history, philosophy, English, psychology, sociology, or religion. Recommended preparation includes REL 100, 200; at least two semesters of history (Western civilization); one or more courses in the history of philosophy, and Greek in the junior and/or senior year. The Center for Faith and Learning (Memorial 231) provides resources and support, including scholarship opportunities, for students considering seminary. Pre-Veterinary Medicine—To meet minimum requirements of the College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Minnesota, the following courses are required: ENL 111, 220; MAT 114 or 145; BIO 151, 152, 253, 355, 369, 476; CHM 115, 116 (or 105, 106), 351, 352; PHY 121, 122. Additional liberal arts courses are required. Requirements at other Augsburg College 2010-2011 I 39 Academic Information Majors and Minors Listings that are in bold type are offered through both the day program and Weekend College. Listings indicated by asterisks are also offered through both the day program and Weekend College, but may include completion of weekly evening courses for some requirements. Students are encouraged to discuss scheduling rotation of major courses with their faculty adviser. Weekend/Rochester/Partner Hospitals students may choose a major offered in the day program if they wish, but must adhere to crossover registration policies and limitations. They may also take as many courses as possible through Weekend College, then finish the major as a day program student. A change of program is allowed once each academic year, and will take effect the following term. Majors and Areas of Emphasis Accounting General Accounting Managerial Accounting Public Accounting American Indian Studies* Art* Art History Studio Art* Biology (B.A. or B.S.) Life Sciences (B.A.) Biopsychology Business Administration Economics/Business Administration Marketing (WEC only) Music Business Chemistry (B.A. or B.S.) Clinical Laboratory Science (B.S.) Communication Studies Communication Arts/Literature (Teacher Licensure Major) Human Relations Marketing Communications Mass Communication Organizational Communication Professional Communication Public Relations and Advertising Supervisory Management Computer Science (B.A. or B.S.) Computational Economics (B.A.) Computational Philosophy (B.A.) Economics Applied Economics Computational Economics Economics Economics/Business Administration Economics/Political Science (Teacher Licensure Major) Education Education Studies (non-licensure) 40 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 Elementary Education Studies (non-licensure) Kindergarten-Elementary (B.A. or B.S.— licensure) Special Education: Emotional/Behavioral Disabilities (WEC only) Special Education: Learning Disabilities (WEC only) Secondary (non-major, licensure only) Engineering 2 English* Creative Writing* Literature, Language, and Theory* Media Writing* Environmental Studies Film Finance Health Education (B.A. or B.S.) Health Fitness History* International Business International Relations International Business Concentration Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies 1 Cross-Cultural Studies French German Norwegian Spanish Management Management Information Systems Marketing Mathematics (B.A. or B.S.) Medieval Studies Metro-Urban Studies Music Music (B.A.) Music Business (B.A.) Music Education (B.M.) Music Performance (B.M.) Music Therapy (B.S.) Nordic Area Studies Nursing (B.S.—Evening program offered through Weekend College only)* Philosophy Computational Philosophy Physical Education (B.A. or B.S.) Physics (B.A. or B.S.) Space Physics (B.S.) Political Science Political Science/Economics (Teacher Licensure Major) Psychology Psychology and Law Social Psychology Religion* Academic Information Youth and Family Ministry Social Work (B.S.) Sociology Student-Designed Theatre Arts Directing/Dramaturgy Concentrations Performance Concentration Technical Design/Technology Concentration Women’s Studies 1 Minors Accounting American Indian Studies* Art Architecture Art History Studio Art* Biology Business Administration Chemistry Communication Studies Computer Science Economics English* English Literature, Language, and Theory Writing Writing–Creative Emphasis Writing–Media Emphasis Environmental Studies Film Health Education History* International Business International Relations Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies French German Norwegian Spanish Leadership Studies Management Information Systems Marketing Mathematics Medieval Studies Metro-Urban Studies Middle East Studies 1 Music Music Business Nordic Area Studies Peace and Global Studies Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science Psychology Religion* Youth and Family Ministry Sociology Social Welfare Special Education Theatre Arts Theatre Arts Theatre History and Criticism    Dramaturgy Women’s Studies 1 Cooperative program of the Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities and agreements with the University of Minnesota. It is possible for students to take beginning/intermediate/advanced language courses not available at consortium colleges. Consult with the ACTC office for specific program options. Students register directly with the ACTC office. 2 Dual-degree programs with the University of Minnesota Institute of Technology and Michigan Technological University. Augsburg College 2010-2011 I 41 Academic Information Inter-Institutional Programs Augsburg cooperates with other colleges and institutions in the Twin Cities area on several programs. Cooperating Libraries in Consortium (CLIC)—Through CLIC, the Twin Cities private colleges library consortium, the Augsburg community has direct access to over 2,500,000 volumes and media resources. Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities (ACTC)—Full-time day students at Augsburg and the St. Paul colleges and universities of Hamline, Macalester, St. Catherine, and St. Thomas may elect to take one course each semester (fall and spring) at one of the other campuses. No additional fee is required for such an exchange, except for private instruction in music or approved independent studies. Exchange courses are not transfer courses, and thus courses taken through ACTC are considered Augsburg College courses and do not impact the residency requirement. The permanent record of courses for which a student has cross-registered is kept in the Office of the Registrar at Augsburg College, not the host ACTC institution. Students may elect to participate in the cooperative program to gain new perspectives, to get better acquainted with the other schools, or to undertake a specific course or major not offered on the home campus. A regularly scheduled bus shuttles students between the campuses. Weekend College is not part of the ACTC consortium, and weekend students may not register for ACTC courses or complete ACTC majors under the terms of the ACTC consortium agreements. Higher Education Consortium for Urban Affairs (HECUA)— Augsburg, in cooperation with 17 other colleges and universities, offers off-campus study semesters in Norway, Northern Ireland, Latin America, and the Twin Cities. (See HECUA programs on page 163.) McNally Smith College of Music—Augsburg College fulltime students may elect to take one course each semester at McNally Smith College of Music providing that they meet all McNally Smith College of Music requirements. This program is open to sophomores through seniors. There is no additional fee for this program. Students should consult with their advisor to confirm if the classes will count toward graduation requirements. In no instance may a McNally Smith course be used as a substitute for any Augsburg course specifically listed within a degree program. Exchange courses are not transfer courses. Courses taken through the Augsburg–McNally Smith exchange are considered Augsburg College courses and do not impact the residency requirement. The permanent record of courses which a student has registered for through the exchange is kept in the Office of the Registrar at Augsburg College, not McNally Smith. Air Force ROTC—Augsburg day students may participate in the Air Force ROTC program at the University of St. Thomas under the ACTC consortium agreement. Students are eligible 42 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 to compete for two- and three-year AFROTC scholarships. ROTC credits serve as electives at Augsburg. For more information, contact the Office of the Registrar, or call the University of St. Thomas at 651-962-6320 or 1-800-328-6819, x6320. Army ROTC—Augsburg day students may participate in the Army ROTC program at the University of Minnesota under an agreement between Augsburg, the University of Minnesota, and the program. ROTC credits serve as electives at Augsburg. For more information, contact the Office of the Registrar. Augsburg Abroad Augsburg Abroad is the front door for students and faculty interested in study abroad. Services include: • Study abroad program selection advising • Financial and academic advising for study abroad • Registration and billing for study abroad • Pre-departure and re-entry support (application, orientation, etc.) • Faculty-led, short-term program coordination About half of Augsburg undergraduate students are studying abroad. Graduate students also find short-term programs as part of their curriculum. Students abroad will find themselves in a variety of locales and studying a variety of disciplines: studying gender issues in Central America; acting with masks in Norway; interning with community organizations in Northern Ireland; studying political science in Namibia; learning about ecology in Tanzania; taking organic chemistry in New Zealand; and learning a language where it is spoken. Academic Requirements and Credit Students fulfill the Augsburg Experience requirement on approved programs. Courses taken abroad can also fulfill graduation requirements including major, minor, language, liberal arts foundation, lifetime activity, and internship requirements. This is determined prior to departure when students fill out the required Credit Agreement form that is signed by academic advisers and appropriate staff and faculty approving courses. Students should be aware of the following policies related to study abroad: • Students can study abroad more than once. • Students can study abroad at any point in their academic career. Semester and Summer Programs • Courses taken on off-campus programs during the senior year will meet the Augsburg residency requirement. • You must take a full load of credits while abroad on semester programs. • You must take courses A-F while abroad. • Grades received on affiliated and non-Augsburg programs are reported as transfer credit on your transcript, and thus are not figured into your GPA. Academic Information • A “C” equivalent or higher must be received for the credit to transfer to Augsburg. Faculty-led Short-term Programs • Students must register for all courses required by the shortterm program. Credit values may vary, so confirm the specific program credit load with the Augsburg Abroad Office. Any courses removed by the student without Augsburg Abroad permission prior to the start of the program will be re-added to the student’s schedule. If no work was completed in these reinstated courses, a grade of zero will be awarded. • Overload Fee Exemption for faculty-led January and Spring Weekend College (WEC) programs: January and spring WEC faculty-led programs are placed within the spring semester. However, full-time Day students will not be billed an overload fee if an additional 4.0 or 4.5 credits are taken in the regular spring term. A student taking minimal credits in the spring can use the January or Spring WEC faculty-led short-term program as a spring term course in order to be considered part-time or full-time. • Crossover Policy Exemption: The crossover policy does not apply to study abroad students. WEC students who do a study abroad program placed in the Day program do not count that as their crossover course. The same policy exemption is valid for Day students doing a study abroad program scheduled in a WEC term. Eligibility and Application The following are Augsburg College’s requirements for study abroad: • Minimum 2.5 GPA at the time of application. Individual programs may require a higher average. Students with lower averages should consult with Augsburg Abroad. • Be a sophomore, junior, or senior standing by the time you study abroad. Short-term, faculty-led programs will allow participation as a first-year if the student receives approval from the faculty-leader. • Transfer students must complete one semester at Augsburg before they may study off campus. • Not be on academic or disciplinary probation. Students placed on academic or disciplinary probation after admittance to study abroad may be withdrawn from the program. The student is responsible for all non-recoverable program costs incurred. • Not have an outstanding balance on your student account. • Be aware that students applying to faculty-led programs, who meet the above criteria, are accepted on a rolling basis; space is limited on these programs so applying early is important. Application deadlines for semester programs are: October 1: Spring semester study abroad and January faculty-led programs February 1: Spring WEC term and Summer Session faculty-led programs March 1: Fall semester and non-faculty led summer study abroad programs Program provider deadlines vary; students need to meet all deadlines and eligibility requirements set by program providers. Students should start planning in their first year for study abroad to be sure to do appropriate research and meet all deadlines. Students are accepted to study on faculty-led programs on a first applied, first accepted basis. ACCESS/CLASS Abroad Students should be prepared for the fact that disability may be culturally defined. Attitudes toward disability and levels of accessibility can vary greatly from country to country. The Americans with Disabilities Act mandates equal access to university-sponsored programs and services to students with disabilities. However, providing access by US standards can present unique challenges in international settings. The expectation on the part of US students and institutions is that reasonable accommodations will be made. Depending on the country and culture, there may be different ways to define accessibility and different expectations in terms of accommodations that can or should be made. Students are encouraged work closely with Augsburg Abroad/CLASS/ACCESS. Students are responsible for requesting accommodations abroad within a reasonable time frame prior to departure, ideally as early as program selection. Augsburg Abroad will work closely with the student, CLASS, and /or ACCESS offices to determine needs and make appropriate and possible accommodations abroad. Costs and Financial Aid The cost of study abroad is comprised of program fees that generally include tuition, housing, international health insurance, some meals, excursions, and study abroad fees. These costs vary from program to program. Augsburg College pays the program provider on the student’s behalf and then bills the Augsburg student account. This allows students to access their financial aid for study abroad. Students will always pay a minimum of Augsburg tuition when studying abroad. Students who receive financial aid, scholarships, and/ or grants to study at Augsburg can use that entire package to cover their study abroad program costs. Students receiving Augsburg institutionally-funded aid (e.g., Presidential, Regents, Legacy, Promise and other Augsburg scholarships, and tuition remission benefit) may use their scholarships to study abroad multiple times on Augsburg Programs (see below in Study Abroad Program section). However, institutionally-funded aid may be used only once toward study abroad costs on an affiliate or non-Augsburg program. Cost estimates for the time abroad are drawn up to assist the student in planning and the financial aid office in awarding aid to students studying abroad. Students are required to notify Augsburg Abroad immediately if they choose not to continue with their study abroad experience. At the moment of notification non-recoverable Augsburg College 2010-2011 I 43 Academic Information costs will be assessed and charged to the student account. Depending on the time of notification of withdrawal students may owe nothing, the study abroad fee, the deposit, or some, or all, of the program fee. Students are also subject to the cancellation and refund policies of their program provider. Study Abroad Programs Students have over 200 programs in over 90 countries from which to choose. In addition to the below Augsburg College programs, students can choose from affiliated program providers. These programs have been reviewed to meet the Augsburg experience requirement, diverse needs of students, and provide quality student service. The programs are reviewed each year. If students cannot find a program that meets their needs from the Augsburg College or Augsburg-affiliated options then they can apply to do a non-Augsburg program. Students with a strong academic or financial reason, faculty support (as shown on the Credit Agreement form), and who choose a good quality program, may be approved. The Center for Global Education The mission of the Center for Global Education at Augsburg College is to provide cross-cultural educational opportunities in order to foster critical analysis of local and global conditions so that personal and systemic change takes place leading to a more just and sustainable world. The center’s study programs are conducted in Central America, Mexico, and Namibia. Students experience three distinct types of living situations: living with other students in a community house, spending several days in a rural setting, and several weeks living with host families. In the Mexico and Namibia programs, students travel together on two-week seminars — from Mexico to Central America, and from Namibia to South Africa. The cost of these programs is equivalent to full tuition, room, and board for one semester on campus, plus airfare. (Some travel scholarships are available for Augsburg students.) Crossing Borders: Gender and Social Change in Mesoamerica (Mexico)—Fall Learn about the central issues facing Mesoamerica, with emphasis on the experience and empowerment of women. Students will engage in gender analysis of key social, economic, political, and cultural issues in Mexico and El Salvador; explore the interconnectedness of race, class, and gender; and learn first-hand from both women and men who are involved in struggles for sustainable development and social change. The program offers credit in religion, political science, women’s studies, and Spanish. Internships and independent studies are also available in nine different disciplines. The program includes a two-week educational seminar in El Salvador, as well as rural travel within Mexico and four-day seminar in Mexico City. Students stay in guest houses while traveling, in Augsburg approximately six weeks, and with Mexican host families for four to six weeks. Prerequisite: one 44 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 college-level Spanish course or its equivalent. International Business and Global Citizenship (Mexico)—Fall The largest immigrant group in the United States is composed of people born in Mexico, and Mexico is front and center in debates about globalization and U.S. immigration policy. This program, designed for international business majors, will study the important role that Mexico plays in the U.S. in relation to trade issues, how to conduct business in and with Mexico, and use it as a lens to learn about international business topics that are relevant in many different countries. Students will have the opportunity to study Spanish at levels from beginning to advanced, live with a host family for four weeks, and develop closer relationships in the community and improve their international business background by completing an internship in a local business or government office. Prerequisites: ECO 112 or 113, and BUS 242 or MKT 252, or consent of instructor. Nation-Building, Globalization, and Decolonizing the Mind: Southern African Perspectives (Namibia)—Fall or Spring This program examines the crucial issues of nation-building, globalization, and decolonizing the mind, from the perspectives of the new democracies of southern Africa. Namibia won its independence in 1990 after decades of apartheid under South African colonization. South Africa had its first democratic election in 1994. As these nations struggle to build nationhood and deal with the legacies of apartheid and colonialism, they are faced with the challenges posed by today’s world: rapid globalization and under and unequal development. Decolonizing the mind is a long-term project. Credit is available in history, religion, political science, and interdisciplinary studies. Internships are also available. Sustainable Development and Social Change (Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua)—Fall or Spring This is an intensive semester of study and travel designed to introduce students to the key issues facing Central Americans. Students will explore the history, culture, and struggles of the people of Guatemala, El Salvador, and Nicaragua, as well as study approaches towards social and economic development. Course credit may be earned in Spanish, religion, history, women’s studies, and political science. Students spend the first five weeks in Guatemala, the next four weeks in El Salvador, and the final six weeks in Nicaragua. Prerequisites: one college-level Spanish course or its equivalent is required. Migration and Globalization: Engaging Our Communities (Mexico)—Spring This is an intensive program that explores issues of migration, immigration, and globalization. It is ideal for students who are interested in working with Spanish-speaking populations in the United States, as it includes intensive Spanish language classes, an internship or independent research opportunity, and courses that help students understand the connections between globalization and migration while learning from diverse communities that are organizing for positive social change around issues of race, ethnicity, socio-economic class, Academic Information gender, sexuality, economics, and the environment. Credit is available in Spanish, history, women’s studies, political science, and religion. Students spend most of the semester living in Augsburg housing and approximately six weeks living with Mexican host families. Social Work in a Latin American Context (Mexico)—Spring This program was created to satisfy the curriculum requirements for a Bachelor in Social Work degree program. Its goal is to develop cross-culturally competent, ethical social work professionals with a global perspective by providing a semester of transformative, experiential learning focused on social and economic justice. It includes Spanish language study and social work courses. Social work field placement is also available for qualified students. Students live with Mexican host families for six weeks. International Partners and Exchanges The Office of International Programs offers a broad range of semester and academic year programs in China, Finland, Germany, Norway, and Slovenia. Students can choose from several options in diverse disciplines: liberal arts programs, group programs, “tailor-made” individual study programs, and practical professional experiences. All coursework is in English. Travel scholarships are available for some locations. For further information on programs in Finland, Germany, and Norway, contact the International Partners office. For exchange programs in China and Slovenia, contact Augsburg Abroad. Higher Education Consortium for Urban Affairs (HECUA) Augsburg, in consortium with other colleges and universities, offers full semester programs in Norway, East and Central Europe, Ecuador, Northern Ireland, and the Twin Cities. All HECUA programs explore civic engagement, community, and social change, and emphasize internships and field study. For more information on international HECUA programs, see the listings under International Studies; and for HECUA programs in the Twin Cities, see Interdisciplinary Studies. Scandinavian Urban Studies Term: Norway—Fall A quarter of Oslo’s residents are not ethnic Norwegians. Students investigate changing Northern Europe using Norway’s welfare state and Scandinavian national identity as case studies. Coursework and an internship provide unique perspectives on how the Norwegian social democracy and Scandinavian welfare states are working to address the challenges posed by immigration and cultural and ethnic diversity. Students choose an independent study project or Norwegian language courses. Divided States of Europe—Spring Ten former communist nation-states have recently joined the European Union. From three different locations – Norway, Romania, and Hungary – students examine the complex dynamics of European integration via issues such as labor migration, minority politics, right-wing populism, prostitution, and human trafficking. Together, Hungary and Romania encompass some of Europe’s most pressing social justice issues and constitute its primary geographic and cultural bridge between East and West. Community Internships in Latin America: Ecuador—Fall and Spring This interdisciplinary program, based in Quito, Ecuador, enables the student to combine intense involvement in a community-based organization with study of the community development process. A home-stay and a hands-on internship develop Spanish and other skills. The program addresses globalization, the environment, oil politics, and other local and international issues. Northern Ireland: Democracy and Social Change—Spring The Northern Ireland: Democracy and Social Change program examines the historical, political, and religious roots of conflict in Northern Ireland, the prospects for peace, and the progress being made. Through a seven-week internship, students get hands-on experience with organizations working for social change. Field seminars focus on human rights, conflict transformation, and education for democracy. The program is located at the UNESCO Centre at the University of Ulster in Coleraine. Student Teaching Abroad Selected education department students may participate in the International Student Teaching Abroad program coordinated through the University of Minnesota-Morris. Students who teach abroad will also do part of their student teaching under direct Augsburg faculty supervision. For additional information, contact the Department of Education student teacher director. May/Summer Abroad May and summer courses to many parts of the world enable students to earn credit through short-term travel. Contact Augsburg Abroad for the most current list of programs. Clair and Gladys Strommen Career and Internship Center The Strommen Career and Internship Center is a comprehensive resource center emphasizing the importance and value for all students to engage in internships, career development and the exploration of vocation throughout their college years. The integration of “knowing and doing” adds breadth and depth to the curriculum and assists students in making more informed academic and career decisions. The underlying assumption is that a liberal arts education is an effective preparation for life, meaningful work, and active citizenship. Career Services Career Services provides opportunities, programs, and career counseling to help students discover their unique gifts, talents, skills, and interests, explore career paths, and grapple with questions of vocation and purpose in a changing world. This process is viewed as an important part of a student’s Augsburg College 2010-2011 I 45 Academic Information development while attending college. To aid in this process, professional career staff provide career assessments and individualized career planning and coaching. Staff assist students with choosing majors, locating internships, preparing for internship and job searches, graduate school applications, and making connections to community, business, and alumni resources. Internships Academic Credit An internship for credit is a carefully planned, work- or service-based learning experience where a student focuses on specific learning objectives that connect concepts of the major to the experience. An academic internship is approved, supervised, and evaluated by a faculty member in the department in which the student wishes to earn the internship credit. A learning agreement plan, negotiated with the faculty supervisor and work supervisor, outlines the academic related objectives, strategies, and evaluation methods for receiving credit. Students often do internships in nonprofits, small and large businesses, government agencies, museums, schools, and churches. Internships for credit are available in all majors and can be taken during a semester, Weekend College trimester or summer sessions. Inter-disciplinary (INS) internships are also available. For extension of an internship beyond one term see Evaluation and Grading on page 58. Internships can be registered for 1 course credit or .5 credit. One course credit involves a minimum time commitment of, on average, 10 hours per week or 140 total hours. Internships for .5 credit require a minimum of 80 total hours. A maximum of four courses of internship may count toward the total courses required for the degree. Internships completed off-campus for credit will automatically fulfill the Augsburg Experience graduation requirement. Non-Credit and Transcript Notation Non-credit internships related to a student’s major or career interests can be registered for a zero-credit transcript notation. The goal is for students to apply theory to practice in a work setting and reflect on the experience. Work opportunities typically are part-time during the academic year and/or full time during summer and can begin and end anytime. Students must set learning goals and evaluate their experience. The director of the Strommen Career and Internship Center supervises non-credit internships and transcript notation work experiences. Internships not for credit and transcript notations may be used to fulfill the Augsburg Experience graduation requirement. 46 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 Sabo Center for Citizenship and Learning Service-Learning and Community Engagement/ Community Service-Learning Augsburg’s Community Service-learning Program provides students with opportunities to understand and respond to needs in the city through course-embedded service experiences and civic engagement activities. A key component of community-service-learning is reflection on and analysis of community issues in order to promote personal and educational growth and civic responsibility. By connecting classroom content with service-learning experiences in the City, Augsburg students deepen their understanding of abstract course concepts while learning about pertinent and related community issues. This dynamic and interactive educational approach employs reciprocal learning between students and their community. Service-learning components are embedded in most academic disciplines. Examples of community service-learning sites include: homeless shelters, cultural and environmental organizations, tutoring programs and literacy centers. Campus Kitchen Project and Community Garden The Campus Kitchen Project connects the campus community with the larger community by using food as a tool to nourish bodies, develop leadership, and educate students through service-learning. To accomplish these goals, three separate programs exist: 1) FOOD TO SHARE—Surplus food from the Augsburg Dining Service is donated, reheated and served by student volunteers to neighborhood partners including: homeless shelters, youth and senior programs, and others. 2) FOOD TO GROW—On the corner of campus, Augsburg staff and students manage a community garden composed of 70 individual plots where community and campus members can grow their own food. The garden staff also hosts classes on healthy living in which neighborhood youth learn to grow and cook healthy food. 3) FOOD TO BUY—A farmer’s market and CSA delivery is available weekly at Augsburg College and the Brian Coyle Community Center in order to increase access to healthy foods. Surplus produce from the market and CSA shares are donated to the Campus Kitchen meal delivery program. Bonner Leader Program In November of 2008-2009, Augsburg College launched its first year of the Bonner Leaders program, funded through the National Bonner Foundation. Through the Bonner program at Augsburg, students develop deep community relationships and engage in long-term policy advocacy throughout their four years at Augsburg College. Those selected to be a part of the Augsburg College Bonner Leaders program were largely first-year students, with diverse ethnic and geographical backgrounds, and unique experience with community-leadership Academic Information roles. Through service placements with partner nonprofit community organizations, students worked an average of 200 hours over the course of the academic year in placements supporting ELL classrooms, running an employment education computer lab, helping coordinate a low-income housing program, providing community health outreach, and working with a financial literacy program. Beyond their work-study service internships, students participated in at least 100 hours of volunteer hours with various community initiatives and civic engagement projects on campus. Through their participation with the Bonner Leaders program, students engaged in monthly guided reflections and leadership development training. The Augsburg Bonner Community Leaders program is a successful campus model to build on the college’s culture of community and civic engagement and bring together existing community service programs to take us to the next level of deepening knowledge, reflection, and authenticity of civic engagement in the community. Augsburg Reads The Augsburg Read Program is a federally funded literacy and tutoring program focused on elementary student achievement. Augsburg Reads pairs college students with community organizations in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood focused on student achievement through after school programs. Graduate Programs Augsburg College offers seven graduate degree programs: Master of Arts in Education, Master of Arts in Leadership, Master of Arts in Nursing, Master of Business Administration, Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, and Master of Social Work. Consult the Augsburg Graduate Studies catalog for complete information. The Master of Arts in Education offers initial licensure coursework at the graduate level in elementary education, secondary education, and special education: E/BD and LD. The MAE also offers the pre-primary specialty and the K-12 Reading Teacher endorsement. Students are able to take up to six licensure courses at the graduate level and complete their licensure programs with a combination of graduate and undergraduate coursework. Students can then apply their graduate level licensure courses to complete a master’s degree program. Students will complete their master’s degrees through a combination of Master of Arts in Leadership coursework and graduate level education coursework. Licensed teachers also can pursue special education: E/BD and/or LD, as well as the K-12 Reading Licensure Endorsement and the pre-primary endorsement at the graduate level. The program is available through the Weekend College schedule, and the admissions process begins with the Graduate Admissions office. For further information about the programs, contact the Education Department or the Graduate Admissions office. The Master of Arts in Leadership is based on a liberal arts approach to leadership studies. This cross-disciplinary program directs its academic content and pedagogical approaches to situations, issues, and problems relevant to organizational leaders. Augsburg’s program recognizes that today’s leaders need a broad spectrum of abilities to provide them with a more comprehensive understanding of their world. Designed for working adults, the program offers courses primarily on alternate Saturdays. There is also a Monday evening cohort offering of the program at Augsburg’s Bloomington site. (Note: A five-year program is available to Augsburg undergraduate accounting majors that would qualify them for CPA certification and fulfill requirements for a BA in accounting and an MA in leadership. See the Department of Business Administration, accounting major section of the catalog for further information.) The Master of Arts in Nursing prepares nurses for transformational leadership and transcultural community health nursing practice across care settings, with emphasis on addressing health inequities among diverse populations. The program is offered within the context of a Christian liberal arts education. Graduates are eligible to apply for national certification in Advanced Community Health Nursing, or Advanced Nursing Administration through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), and/or Advanced Certification in Transcultural Nursing through the Transcultural Nursing Society (TCNS). Classes meet on a flexible schedule (every other week or once per month) that includes weekdays, weekday evenings, and Saturdays. Web-enhanced teaching is used for all classes. Practicums include optional short-term study abroad experiences. Students may choose to study in Mexico, Guatemala; Namibia; Pine Ridge; S.Dak.; and/or Europe. The Master of Arts in Nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education in accordance with its accreditation standards and procedures. Streamlined entry into the Master of Arts in Nursing—Students with an ADN and a bachelor’s degree in a field other than nursing can enter the Master of Arts in Nursing program as a “bridge student.” This process requires acceptance to the MA program and completion of three courses in the Augsburg undergraduate nursing program. Students in good standing in the Augsburg undergraduate nursing program can enter the MA in nursing through an “expedited” process. After successful application to the MA program while still a student in the undergraduate program, students can take three designated courses in the Master of Arts in Nursing, which will be applied to the M.A. at Augsburg upon successful completion of the undergraduate nursing degree. The Doctor of Nursing Practice is a post-master’s program for registered nurses (RNs) who currently hold a master’s degree in nursing. The DNP at Augsburg will prepare nurses to guide system level changes that improve health outcomes of persons underserved by the current health system. The program emphasizes transcultural nursing leadership to Augsburg College 2010-2011 I 47 Academic Information maximize health through peaceful, just, and collaborative actions that uphold and improve human potential across care settings with emphasis on health inequities in a global context. In addition to emphasizing transcultural nursing, the DNP curriculum also focuses on advanced community/public health nursing and holistic health. The Master of Business Administration is designed to give students mastery of the skills and knowledge necessary to advance in their careers and accept roles of greater responsibility in an organization. Meeting primarily on one evening per week, this challenging program is designed to be completed in 23 months. Organized in cohort format, the program encourages learning in a collaborative small-group environment and features a high level of interaction and attention from the faculty. The program focuses on giving students the ability to think critically and effectively manage in complex environments. An intensive management consulting course allows students to apply theory and classroom learning to an actual business or organizational environment. Local businesses and organizations provide a laboratory for students as they complete comprehensive projects in various disciplines and functions. The core program can be enhanced through participation in a number of concentrations including finance, healthcare management, human resource management, international business, and marketing management. The Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies is designed for students interested in careers as healthcare providers. The mission of the program is based on a foundation of respect and sensitivity for the cultures and backgrounds of, and is oriented toward providing care to, underserved populations. Students are well educated in current medical theory and practice in primary care medicine. All physician assistants must have a supervising physician to practice. The program is three years long with classes held Monday through Friday during the day. The Master of Social Work, accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, prepares students for entering advanced social work practice. The program builds on the liberal arts base of the College and supports the College’s mission to nurture future leaders in service to the world. There are two concentrations: multicultural clinical practice (MCCP) or program development, policy, and administration (PDPA). Students choose one of the two concentrations for their program focus. The curriculum emphasizes work with diverse and oppressed groups, social justice, leadership for social change, and a holistic, strengths-based, problemsolving framework. Graduate social work classes meet in four-hour blocks on Friday evenings, Saturday mornings, and Saturday afternoons. The multicultural clinical practice concentration prepares students to work with diverse peoples across the full range of contemporary clinical social work practice settings. The program development, policy, and administration concentration prepares students to actively seek equality and justice for 48 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 clients within agencies, institutions, and society, while directing energy toward changing policies that obscure and oppress people. Two dual degrees are also available: a Master of Social Work/Master of Theology or Divinity degree (MSW/MA/ MDiv) and a Master of Social Work/Master of Business Administration degree (MSW/MBA). The MSW/MA/MDiv dual degree is offered in collaboration with Luther Seminary. It is designed to meet the educational interests of people planning to serve the spiritual and social needs of families, individuals, and communities. The MSW/MBA dual degree is offered in collaboration with the Augsburg MBA program. It provides students with the skills and expertise necessary to build well managed and financially sound service organizations that serve diverse communities, both locally and globally. Other Programs Continuing Education Program The mission of Augsburg College continuing education program is to provide working adults with lifelong learning opportunities that will enable them to continue to grow personally, professionally, and spiritually in their homes, workplaces, and communities. The program strives to meet the needs of the community by offering credit and non-credit programs consistent with the mission of Augsburg College. Programs are developed through collaborations between academic and administrative departments of the College and community organizations. These collaborations have included the Departments of Business, Biology, Education, Nursing, Religion, Social Work, the Center for Leadership Studies, Institutional Advancement, and organizations including Minneapolis and St. Paul public school districts, Minnesota Department of Education, and the Midwest Regional Office of the College Board. Augsburg College is a Lifelong Learning Partner with the ELCA. Canadian Program The Canadian program was inaugurated in 1985 with endowment from the Mildred Joel bequest for Canadian studies. The program supports special events and conferences as well as student internships and faculty activity in Canadian studies. The goals of the program include community involvement, increased awareness of the importance of Canadian/U.S. relations, and provision of opportunities to learn directly from Canadians through visits and exchanges. Academic Policies and Procedures Registration A student must be registered for a course in order to earn credit, and all registered courses will be reflected on a student’s AugNet page. Students are responsible for verifying the Academic Information accuracy of their registrations. Additionally, day students are required to meet with their academic advisers prior to registration for the fall and spring terms. Web registration through AugNet is the primary method of registration, though the Enrollment Center is available to process registration forms. Please reference the academic calendar for the schedule of open registration dates. Students who encounter a prerequisite issue when trying to register for a course through AugNet should come to the Enrollment Center for assistance. The following registrations cannot be completed online and must be processed at the Enrollment Center: • Pass/No Credit (P/N) grade options • THP courses (theatre practicum courses) • MUP courses (variable credit music lessons) • Student Teaching (Education department approval required) • Independent Study and Directed Study (separate form available at the Enrollment Center; instructor and department chair signatures required) • Internships Full-time day students normally register for four course credits per semester. Students registered for three or more course credits in a semester are classified as full-time students. Students registered for two course credits are classified as half-time students. To register for more than 4.5 course credits, students must contact the Enrollment Center to petition the Committee on Student Standing unless the following apply: students with a cumulative GPA at Augsburg of 3.00 to 3.49 may take a total of 5.0 course credits or with a cumulative GPA at Augsburg of 3.50 or greater may take a total of 5.5 course credits without petitioning. All overload registrations must be done in person at the Enrollment Center. (Note: There is an additional tuition charge for course loads over 4.5 course credits. This includes combining the credit load from both the day and WEC programs. Spring day term will include winter WEC and spring WEC.) auditing classes over the 4.5 overload limit will also incur a tuition charge. Official academic calendars for all programs are available through the registrar’s webpage. The last day to initially register for courses in the Day program (semesters) is the Friday before the term begins. After initial registration, Day students may add individual classes to their current schedule or withdraw without notation through day 10 of the term. The signature of the instructor is required to add a class after the fifth day. From day 11 through day 20, students may still petition the Committee on Student Standing for permission to add a class. There is a fee for this petition. Day 20 is the last day to petition for adding a class. Students registered for day program Time 1/Time 2 (T1/ T2) courses that meet only part of the term may add or withdraw without notation through the fifth school day after the start of the course. Changing grade option or withdrawing with a W is allowed through the fourth week of T1/T2 classes. Specific dates for each term are listed under “Academic Calendars” at www.augsburg.edu/registrar. Weekend College, Rochester, and Partner Hospitals program students typically register for one or two course credits each trimester. Maximum credit load is 4.0 credits. Students registered for at least two course credits in one term are considered full time for that term. Students registered for one course credit are considered half-time for the term. The last day to initially register for courses in the Weekend College and the Partner Hospitals program (Weekend College) is the last business day before the term begins. After initial registration, Weekend College students may add individual classes to their current schedule or withdraw without notation through Friday after the first class weekend. The signature of the instructor is required to add a class after the class meets. Students may petition the Committee on Student Standing for permission to add a class through the Thursday prior to the second class weekend. There is a fee for this petition. The last day to petition to add a class is the Thursday prior to the second class weekend. Students registered for Weekend College T1/T2 courses may add or withdraw without notation through the Friday after the first weekend class meeting. Changing grade option or withdrawing with a W is allowed through the Tuesday after the second weekend class meeting. The last day to initially register for courses on the Rochester campus is the last business day before the term begins. After initial registration, Rochester students may add individual classes to their current schedule and/or withdraw without notation through Monday after the first week of classes. The signature of the instructor is required to add a class after a class meets and it must be processed through the Enrollment Center. Students may petition the Committee on Student Standing for permission to add a class through the Friday prior to the second week of classes. There is a fee for this petition. The last date to petition to add a class is the Friday before the second week of classes. Students registered for Rochester T1/T2 courses may add or withdraw without notation through the Monday after the first week of the class. Changing grade option or withdrawing with a W is allowed through the Monday after the second week of the class. Separate rules apply to Summer School. Late course registrations may be subject to additional late fees. ACTC school course listings are also available online and should be checked to verify the correct meeting times and room assignment. As some courses are offered only in alternate years, students should also consult with departmental advisers when planning their academic program. Summer session and graduate program courses are published in separate schedules. Specific information on registration and help with registration on other campuses are available from these offices: Enrollment Center—612-330-1046 Augsburg College 2010-2011 I 49 Academic Information Academic Advising—612-330-1025 Augsburg for Adults—612-330-1782 Rochester Program—507-288-2886 Crossover Registration Policy Every Augsburg undergraduate student is admitted to a “home program,” either day, Weekend College, or the Rochester Program. It is expected that students will complete most of their degree requirements through their home program. However, full-time students may register for up to 1.0 credits per term outside their home program. Enrollment will be based on class availability. Students will be charged the rate of their home program for courses in which they enroll outside their home program. The rate will be based on the maximum credit load they are carrying on any calendar date over the span of the two terms. For example, a day program student taking 2.0 credits in the day program, and 1.0 credits in the WEC program, will be considered full-time and will be charged the full-time day program tuition rate. A WEC student taking 2.0 credits in the WEC program, and 1.0 credits in the day program, will pay the WEC tuition rate x 3.0 credits. Day students taking over 4.5 credits will pay the day part-time rate for any credits over 4.5 in their combined day/ WEC load (Spring day term will include both winter WEC and spring WEC). The maximum number of credits that may be included in the day full-time tuition rate for students who cross-register is 4.5. Students have registration priority in their home program. Crossover registration dates are published on the registrar’s office webpage. There is a special crossover registration form that must be processed at the Enrollment Center. This registration option is not available by Web. The WEC, Rochester, and Partner Hospitals programs are not part of the ACTC (Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities) tuition exchange program. WEC/Rochester/hospital students may NOT cross over to attend ACTC courses. Students must have completed their undergraduate degree and be admitted to a graduate program before taking graduate level courses from that program. (An exception is made for approved courses in the Department of Nursing and the joint BA Accounting/MAL.) Undergraduate students enrolled in graduate courses will pay the graduate rate for those courses. Any student enrolled in an Augsburg graduate level program wishing to take an undergraduate course will pay the rate of the program in which the course is offered (Day, WEC, or Rochester). Change of Program Students may apply to change their “home program” by filling out a Change of Program form available at the Enrollment Center. The change will take effect the following term. Changes are limited to one each academic year. A Change of Program form must be submitted before the term begins. Students registered in spring Day may not do a change of program into spring WEC. 50 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 Withdrawal from College Students are urged not to abandon courses for which they are registered because this will result in a failing grade on their official academic record. Cancellation of courses or withdrawal from College must be completed in the Enrollment Center. A Withdrawal from the College form may be obtained at the Enrollment Center or downloaded from the registrar’s webpage. The last day to file for a Withdrawal from College is the last day of classes prior to finals week. Withdrawal from college and any consequential adjustments in accounts are effective as of the date the Withdrawal from College form is returned to the registrar’s office. Students must be re-admitted to the College when they are ready to resume their studies. The Application for Readmission form is available from the Enrollment Center or can be downloaded from the registrar’s webpage. Students are responsible for keeping the registrar’s office informed of their current mailing address. Military Called to Active Duty Augsburg College will allow students to withdraw from courses without penalty if they are called to active duty as military reservists, National Guard, or for other military service. This shall include a 100 percent refund of tuition and fees upon verification of call to active duty. The student must provide a copy of their orders to the registrar. If the student is called to duty after the deadline to drop a course, the registrar will place a W for the course(s) along with a notation on the transcript that the student was called to active duty. This is to assist the student with any financial aid complications that may arise and also indicate that the withdrawal was outside of the student’s control. Alternatively, the College supports faculty in enabling students who are called to active duty and have substantially completed a course, to assign a grade based upon the coursework completed, or work out an “incomplete” agreement. Students who are able to complete some of their courses would have their refund adjusted to reflect this. Students who are being placed on active duty should contact the registrar and/or the dean’s office as soon as possible so the College can notify all parties and aid in this process. Student Standing Committee The Student Standing Committee reviews requests for exceptions to academic policies. Typically, the committee considers requests for: • Minor exceptions to academic requirements and/or approval of transfer course substitutions • Extending time for an incomplete • Permission to take a course overload • Student schedule changes after registration deadlines (adding, withdrawing, or grade option changes) Note: Petitions for an exception to published registration deadlines will require a $50 petition fee attached to the petition. This fee is non-refundable regardless of the outcome of Academic Information the petition. Petitions involving adding or dropping courses/ withdrawing from college after the deadline must be submitted within six months of the published registration deadlines for the term involved. For petitions requesting a late registration, any student account holds must be cleared before submitting the petition. Students who are allowed to add a course by petition after the published petition deadline will incur a $150 late registration fee per course. In addition, the committee reviews students’ transcripts in determining academic probation or dismissal from the College on academic grounds. The committee also hears appeals from students who have been dismissed for academic reasons. The committee reviews student requests for readmission to the College after dismissal or returning after leaving while on probation, or students readmitting to the College immediately after a term from which they withdrew from College. The committee typically meets every other week throughout the school year (September-April), and once a month during summer. Petition Process Step 1: Pick up a petition form at the Enrollment Center or download from the registrar’s webpage, www.augsburg.edu/ registrar/. Step 2: Fill out the petition form completely. Include documentation for illness or family emergency. Have your adviser, instructor, or department chairs sign and add comments concerning your request. Petitions without comments from faculty will be returned for completion. Note: If petitioning for a change in registration, please submit a drop/add form signed by both the instructor and student. Step 3: Return the completed petition form to the Office of the Registrar/Enrollment Center; include signed drop/add form and $50 check if applicable. Step 4: After the committee meets, a copy of the petition with the committee’s decision is returned to the student. Day students will receive this notice in their campus box. WEC and Rochester student petitions will be mailed to their home address. Catalog Applicability Students must fulfill the general education requirements that were in effect when they matriculated at Augsburg. Students may elect to satisfy the departmental major requirements of any of the catalogs in effect during their years of enrollment. However, students who are readmitted after more than six years away from the College must complete the departmental major requirements of the most current catalog at the time of readmission or any one of the catalogs in effect during their subsequent years of continuous enrollment at Augsburg. Second Majors and Degrees Students who graduated from Augsburg and are returning to complete a second major will not be awarded a second degree unless it is different from the original degree awarded. (BA, BM, BS) Students cannot earn multiple degrees for the same major, though it is possible to earn multiple degrees from the same academic department if the majors are distinct. For example, a student cannot earn both a BA in computer science and a BS in computer science, but may earn a BS in computer science and a BA in computational philosophy. Evaluation of Transfer Credit The evaluation of transfer credits is completed by the Office of the Registrar and is based on a student’s official transcript. College credit is granted for liberal arts courses completed at regionally accredited institutions with a grade of 2.0/C or better. Liberal arts courses are defined as courses similar in nature, content, and level to those offered at Augsburg. Augsburg does not grant transfer credit for developmentalremedial courses, vocational-technical courses, or continuing education units (CEUs). Courses with grades of C-, CD, or below do not transfer to Augsburg College. Competency credits and exam credits issued by another institution may and will be evaluated on a individual basis. The registrar’s office evaluates coursework for credit and for applicability toward Augsburg Core Curriculum requirements. Academic departments are responsible for evaluating the applicability of coursework toward a student’s major or minor. The College requires that certain courses and a minimum number of courses be taken at Augsburg. (Refer to the Residence Requirements section of the catalog.) Augsburg operates on a course credit system rather than semester or quarter hours. Augsburg course credits are equivalent to four semester hours or six quarter hours. Transfer credits that have been reported to Augsburg as semester or quarter hours are converted to Augsburg course credits by dividing by four or six respectively. Augsburg College limits transfer credit from two-year colleges. Students may transfer a maximum of 64 semester credits (96 quarter credits) from two-year colleges. Once a student reaches this credit limit, no additional credits will transfer from two-year institutions toward the minimum number of course credits required for a bachelor’s degree. However, courses taken beyond the credit limit can be used to meet liberal arts and major requirements. Courses and credits that are accepted in transfer are reported 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. Students should consult with their faculty adviser and the Office of the Registrar before taking courses at other institutions to ensure compliance with transfer credit policy and residency requirements. (Refer to the Residence Requirements section of the catalog.) Augsburg College 2010-2011 I 51 Academic Information MnSCU Transfer Students Completion of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher will satisfy Augsburg’s Liberal Arts Foundation requirements and will reduce the Search for Meaning requirement to one course (REL 300). Students will be granted credit for transferable courses graded C or better. To qualify for this transfer program, the MnTC must be completed prior to enrollment at Augsburg. Completion of the Associate of Arts degree with the MnTC and a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher will satisfy Augsburg’s Liberal Arts Foundation requirements, will reduce the Search for Meaning requirement to one course (REL 300), and will waive one of two Lifetime Fitness requirements. Students will be granted credit for transferable courses graded C – or better. Transfer courses that equate to Augsburg’s requirements of Effective Writing, entry level math, and modern language must have a grade of C or better in order for credit to be granted. To qualify for this transfer program, the A.A. degree and MnTC must be completed prior to enrollment at Augsburg. Note: Additional prerequisite coursework beyond the AA degree may be required in some Augsburg majors. Students are advised to consult an academic adviser in the major department to discuss major requirements. Courses with C–grades or below will not be accepted as prerequisites or for application to majors. Admission to a major—a separate process from admission to the College—is sometimes required. Please check with the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and consult the departmental section of this catalog. Advanced Transfer Students Students who enter Augsburg with 13 or more course credits accepted in transfer are considered Advanced Transfer Students. The Augsburg Core Curriculum will be adjusted for advanced transfer students as outlined below: • Complete REL 300 Bible, Christian Theology, and Vocation instead of REL 100 and REL 200 • Waiver of Augsburg Seminar requirement • Waiver of Engaging Minneapolis • Waiver of the Entry-level Critical Thinking Assessment • Waiver of one Lifetime Fitness requirement (depending on transfer evaluation) All Augsburg Core Curriculum requirements not mentioned above remain unchanged for Advanced Transfer Students. *Waivers for Advanced Transfer are determined at the time of initial entry into Augsburg and will not be granted for courses completed after initial enrollment. Transfer Credit for Military Experience Students are welcome to submit their military transcripts to the Office of the Registrar for transfer credit evaluation. A military transcript will contain credit recommendations from the American Council on Education (ACE) for training and courses completed in the U.S. Armed Services. Augsburg will 52 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 review a military transcript to determine if any of the credit recommendations contained within it meet transfer credit guidelines. Army records maintained by AARTS: http://aarts.army.mil Navy and Marine Corps records maintained by SMART: https://smart.navy.mil Coast Guard records maintained by U.S. Coast Guard Institute: www.uscg.mil/hq/cgi/ve/official_transcript.asp Air Force Records: Air University and Community College of the Air Force are regionally accredited institutions. Students should submit official transcripts from these schools during the admission process. Graduation Requirements The responsibility for ensuring that all degree requirements are satisfied rests with the student. All students are required to file a graduation application with the registrar’s office one year prior to graduation. Faculty advisers, the Academic Advising staff, department chairs, and the registrar staff are available for counsel and assistance in program planning. Students who enter an academic program with a bachelor’s or higher degree should contact the Office of the Registrar about specific requirements for a second bachelor’s degree or for the equivalent of a major. See page 18 — Special Students (Second Degree). Each student is required to apply for graduation at the end of his or her junior year to confirm remaining graduation requirements. Application forms are available at the Enrollment Center or on the registrar’s webpage. All degree and course requirements must be completed and verified in the Office of the Registrar in order for the degree to be conferred. (There may be no incompletes or open courses on the academic record.) Requirements for Undergraduate Graduation Degree requirements include completion of a minimum number of credits, a major, the Augsburg Core Curriculum, a minimum GPA in major(s)/minor(s) and in total coursework, and residence. 1. Completion of 32 course credits—No more than these maximums may be applied toward the 32 total course credits required: two course credits by independent/directed study; four course credits of internship; and six course credits with a grade of Pass (P). To graduate with Latin honors, students may take no more than two elective P/N graded course credits. Each department sets its own limitations on the number of P/N graded courses that may be applied toward the major and minor programs, but normally students may apply no more than two course credits with P grades toward a major and no Academic Information more than one course credit with a P grade toward a minor. The Department of Education is an example of a department that allows students to apply more than two course credits with P grades within the major program (two in major field courses plus student teaching). 2. Completion of a Major—Requirements for each major are listed under the departmental headings. 3. Completion of the Augsburg Core Curriculum —Requirements for the Augsburg Core Curriculum are listed in the next section. 4. Grade Point Average —Students must earn a minimum overall grade point average of 2.00. Additionally, all majors and minors require at least a 2.00 grade point average in coursework for the major or minor. Some majors, licensure, and certification programs require a higher grade point average or a minimum grade in each course. See the departmental section for details about the grade and grade point average for individual majors and minors. 5. Residence —A minimum of 8.0 course credits must be completed through Augsburg College. Additionally, no fewer than 6.0 of the last 8.0 course credits must be completed at Augsburg or within an approved exchange program (ACTC, McNally Smith, or Augsburg Abroad). Transfer courses and Assessment of Previous Learning (APL) credits are counted against the residency requirement. Therefore, students are encouraged to complete transfer work and APL credits prior to reaching senior standing. Some departments have a minimum number of courses that are required in residence within the major or minor. Consult the catalog description of the major/minor or the chair of the department for further information. Augsburg College 2010-2011 I 53 Academic Information The Augsburg Curriculum The Augsburg Curriculum is comprised of three main components: the core curriculum (or general education requirements), major requirements, and electives. Some students may need to complete entry-level skill courses before enrolling in college-level classes. The general education requirements, known as the Augsburg Core Curriculum, include signature courses and experiences, a liberal arts foundation, and skills development. Entry Level Skills Critical Thinking, Math, Writing (Assessments and Placements) Core Skills Effective Writing Modern Language Lifetime Fitness The Augsburg Core Curriculum The Augsburg Signature Curriculum Christian Vocation and the Search for Meaning I and II The Augsburg First Year Augsburg Seminar Engaging Minneapolis Many Voices Project 54 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 Augsburg Experience Senior Keystone The Liberal Arts Foundation Natural Sciences and Math Social and Behavioral Sciences Humanities Fine Arts Electives Majors Graduation Skills Critical Thinking Quantitative Reasoning Speaking Writing The Augsburg Core Curriculum The Augsburg Core Curriculum is designed to prepare students to become effective, informed, and ethical citizens through their engagement in a curriculum that: • Provides a liberal arts foundation and promotes the acquisition of intellectual and professional skills; • Calls for common inquiry into questions of Christian faith and the search for meaning; and Academic Information • Cultivates the transformative discovery of, and appreciation for, the student’s place of leadership and service in a diverse world — vocatio and caritas. The curriculum has three major components: • The Augsburg Signature Curriculum • The Liberal Arts Foundation • Skills Requirements Skills Requirements Entry Level Skills Assessments There are entry level skills assessments in: • Critical Thinking • Mathematics • Writing Placement in writing, math, and critical thinking courses is determined by assessments. These assessments are a prerequisite for (not completion of) core and graduation skills course requirements. Critical Thinking Assessment and Requirement Students identified as needing the entry level critical thinking skill component, based on review of their past academic work, are required to complete GST 100 with a minimum grade of 2.0 or better. Mathematics Assessment and Requirement All students are required to have their math placement group (MPG) determined. In some cases, students who have transferred a mathematics course taken at another college may have their MPG determined by the registrar’s office. All other students must take the Augsburg Math Placement Exam, which is administered by Academic Advising. The exam is given during College registration sessions and at other announced times during the year. Practice questions and other information are available from Academic Advising. Based on the math assessment result, students will be enrolled in the appropriate courses or advised on preparation for retaking the math placement exam. Students may retake the Math Placement Exam once during their first term of enrollment. Students are required to take the Math Placement Exam before registering for the first term and should achieve MPG 3 by the end of their first year at Augsburg. Students in MPG 1 must take MAT 103 to advance to MPG 2. Students in MPG 2 must take MAT 105 to advance to MPG 3. Students in MPG 3 must take MAT 114 to advance to MPG 4. No other MAT course changes a student’s MPG. A grade of Pass or 2.0 or higher is required to advance to the next math level. Students are encouraged to advance their MPG as soon as possible. Students must achieve Math Placement Group (MPG) 3 or higher to graduate. In addition, many courses require MPG 2, 3, or 4 as a prerequisite. Writing Assessment and Requirement A writing sample is required of students to determine their placement in an appropriate writing class. Students having completed AP (Advanced Placement) courses in composition must have a score of 4 or 5. Students who need to develop competence in composition skills—such as stating and supporting a thesis, organizing clearly, and constructing paragraphs and sentences—are required to enroll in Developmental Writing (ENL 101) where they receive more individual instruction than is possible in Effective Writing (ENL 111). These students must pass Developmental Writing (ENL 101) with a grade of P, 2.0, or higher before enrolling in Effective Writing (ENL 111). Unless they have received formal approval of a course equivalent to ENL 111 on their transfer evaluation, transfer students must also take the writing placement exam. Students entering Weekend College or the Rochester program do not take the Writing Assessment. Core Skills Requirements Effective Writing ENL 111 Effective Writing or ENL 112 Advanced Effective Writing or the equivalent with a grade of 2.0, P, or higher, is required. Attendance the first day of class is required. Students should complete Effective Writing by the middle of the sophomore year. Modern Language For students who have not previously studied a modern language, completion of a two-course sequence in the same language with a minimum grade of 2.0 or P in both courses is required. For a language previously studied, placement into the 211 level or successful completion (minimum grade of 2.0 or P) of 112 satisfies the graduation requirement. Placement into French, German and Spanish courses is based on assessment results from an online Brigham Young University evaluation tool. Students proficient in other modern languages may seek a placement evaluation through faculty fluent in the specified language at Augsburg or other ACTC schools. Availability of assessment in all languages is not guaranteed. Assessment is used for placement only and does not grant course credit. Students may audit, but will not receive course credit for any course taken below their placement level. The Department of Languages and Cross-cultural Studies may override assessment results as deemed appropriate. Modern language courses accepted in transfer may be applicable to this skills area for partial or full completion of the requirement. Students who have demonstrated competence in American Sign Language by passing an approved course sequence will have fulfilled the Modern Language Core Skill. Students whose first language is not English and whose score is below the minimum on the English Language Learners (ELL) placement test must fulfill the ELL requirement. The requirement is satisfied by successfully completing the ELL course(s) and achieving a score above the minimum on the ELL placement exam. Students who complete the ELL requirement fulfill the Modern Language Core Skill Augsburg College 2010-2011 I 55 Academic Information requirement. Contact Academic Advising or the English Department for additional information. More information about English Language Learners is found on page 92. Lifetime Fitness Two lifetime fitness courses are required. HPE 001 Foundations of Fitness is required of all students. The second course may be chosen from a variety of different Lifetime Activity courses (HPE 002, 003). Students may test out of the activity course by demonstrating proficiency from a selected lifetime activity. Proficiency exams are offered through the Health and Physical Education Department each semester. There is a fee to take the lifetime activity proficiency test. Intercollegiate athletes and Health and Physical Education majors may not test out of this requirement. Foundations of Fitness and Lifetime Activity courses are non-credit courses and are not included in the 32-course credit graduation requirement. The Augsburg Signature Curriculum Christian Vocation and the Search for Meaning Augsburg’s Signature Curriculum takes seriously the College’s identity as a college of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Two required courses (REL 100 and REL 200) highlight Augsburg’s commitment to this identity and the College’s related interest in asking students to think critically about the concept of vocation. Faculty who teach these courses make the following commitments to their students: • You are welcome—whether you are Jewish or atheist, Buddhist or seeker, Catholic or Muslim, Baptist, Lutheran, uncertain, disinterested, or someone who is “spiritual but not religious.” Our Christian understanding is rooted in a generous spirit of hospitality. • We will treat each other with respect as we learn how to engage in conversation with one another about our different values, commitments, convictions, and faith traditions. • We will challenge and support one another to develop a mature faith for our time—open to doubts and eager to explore our questions and the realities of our world and culture. • We will equip you with basic knowledge about vocation, religion, the Bible, and Christianity as well as about Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism—their stories, claims, and key concepts. • We will deepen our study of Christianity, explore Augsburg’s claim that “what we believe matters,” and invite you to continue the process of developing your own lived theology. • We will explore the concept of vocation and our understanding that we are beloved and called to live and serve as neighbors. We will explore the idea that vocation is a model and lens for viewing the connections between our basic beliefs and the commitments and actions we make in life. 56 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 The Augsburg First Year In order to help them make the transition to college and their new community, first-year weekday program students are required to take courses containing the following components: Augsburg Seminar All students who enter the College as first-year students in the weekday schedule program must satisfactorily complete fall orientation and Augsburg Seminar (AugSem), a first-year learning community in their major or related area of academic interest. AugSem’s purpose is to help first-year students embrace the expectations and benefits of being a member of a learning community at Augsburg College by: • Encountering the community • Engaging the learning process • Exploring the self as scholar AugSem equips students to become intentional learners, connects them to the larger Augsburg community, and helps them succeed in future college work. Engaging Minneapolis The Engaging Minneapolis requirement builds on Augsburg’s national leadership in experiential education as well as its commitment to its urban location. The course linked with their AugSem introduces students to the city as a resource for intentional learning, typically through civic engagement, cultural engagement, or service learning. Many Voices Project Embedded in ENL 111, 112, and HON 111 (see core skills requirements), the Many Voices Project engages first-year students in discussion of a common text addressing themes of cultural diversity and global awareness. Emphasizing ways in which written communication can promote understanding and productive engagement among different cultures and points of view, the Many Voices Project is intended to teach skills and methods that promote successful communication between diverse writers and readers. Augsburg Experience All students must complete at least one approved Augsburg Experience as a requirement for graduation. Augsburg Experiences highlight the College’s commitment to experiential education and active participation in the broader community, both locally and globally. Five categories of approved experiential learning opportunities are recognized as Augsburg Experiences: internships (including fieldwork, practicums, and student teaching), faculty-student research, service learning/community service, study abroad, and offcampus immersion experiences. An Augsburg Experience integrates experiential learning with academic learning. It demonstrates enhanced learning and reflects research and best practices in experiential education. Approved Augsburg Experiences meet two criteria: (1) integrate experiential learning with academic learning and (2) link on-campus learning to the goals, mission, needs, or ideas Academic Information of off-campus people, organizations, and/or communities, either through community partners, professional activities, and/or travel. Augsburg Experiences may be embedded in designated courses that are part of the regular class schedule or may be completed for zero credit outside the regular class schedule. The length of time required, credit/no-credit status, and grading options for approved Augsburg Experiences vary. Senior Keystone The Senior Keystone course provides a final opportunity for exploring the central themes of an Augsburg education—vocation and the search for meaning in a diverse and challenging world. Students reflect on the meaning of their educational experiences and consider issues of transition as they prepare for their lives after Augsburg. Most Keystone courses also meet major requirements. The Senior Keystone course in each department connects the broad liberal arts foundation with the professional skills and in-depth study of the major. It asks graduating students to think critically, reflectively, and ethically about their place in the world as leaders and servants. The official list of approved keystone courses is found on the registrar’s webpage—under the heading General Education Requirements, click on Senior Keystone. The Liberal Arts Foundation The Liberal Arts Foundation courses introduce students to knowledge and modes of inquiry across a wide range of disciplines and subjects. The course offerings in the traditional liberal arts provide the opportunity for students to acquire a broad and solid foundation for their specialized study and professional preparation. Students choose two approved LAF courses from two different departments in each domain: Natural Sciences and Mathematics; Social and Behavioral Sciences; Humanities; and Fine Arts. The official list of approved LAF courses is found on the registrar’s webpage—under the heading General Education Requirements, click on Liberal Arts Foundation. Natural Sciences and Mathematics Two approved courses from two different departments: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics. One must be a lab science course. Social and Behavioral Sciences Two approved courses from two different departments: Anthropology, Economics, Environmental Studies, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology Humanities Two approved courses from two different departments/ programs: American Indian Studies, Communication Studies, English, History, Philosophy, Religion, Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies (literature and culture courses), Women’s Studies Note: The signature Search for Meaning (REL 100, 200, or 300) courses do not count as humanities Liberal Arts Foundation requirements. Fine Arts Two approved courses or approved activities from two different departments: Art, Film, Music, Theatre Arts. One fine arts LAF requirement can be met by participating in one of the following: • Four semesters in any combination of the major choral ensembles listed (MUE 111, 112, 114, 115) • Four semesters of orchestra (MUE 121) • Four semesters of concert band (MUE 141) Graduation Skills Requirements An Augsburg education includes enhancement of certain skills during the years in college. Critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, speaking, and writing skills are deliberate components of certain courses. Graduation skill requirements typically are embedded in required courses in the major. Some departments, however, designate courses outside the major or elective courses in the major that fulfill these requirements. The Quantitative Reasoning (QR) skill has two components: foundational skills and the application of those skills. Courses in which foundational quantitative reasoning skills are taught have a QF designation. Courses that contain an embedded project in which students apply and practice those foundational skills have a QA designation. Courses that provide both foundational skills and an application project have a QFA designation. MPG 3 (Math Placement Group 3) is a prerequisite for all quantitative reasoning QF and QFA courses. Departments may designate one required course with a QF designation and one required course with a QA designation (departments may also designate a list of QF or QA courses from which students can choose); OR, departments may designate a QFA course that fulfills the Quantitative Reasoning skill (departments may also designate a list of QFA courses from which students can choose); OR, departments may list this skill as embedded. See department and program pages in this catalog, consult the graduation skills catalog supplement found online on the registrar’s webpage, or consult the department chair for more information. Core Curriculum Modifications Some majors that result in a Bachelor of Science degree give students the ability to modify their Core Curriculum requirements in one of the following ways. Bachelor of Science/Liberal Arts Foundation (LAF) Waiver— Students who elect the Bachelor of Science/LAF Waiver must complete at least six of the eight LAF requirements, provided at least one course is taken in each of the four domains. (e.g., two Natural Science and Mathematics courses, two Social and Behavioral Science courses, one Fine Arts course, and one Humanities course) The following majors are approved for Augsburg College 2010-2011 I 57 Academic Information the Bachelor of Science/LAF Waiver: • Biology • Chemistry • Clinical Laboratory Science • Elementary Education • Health Education (teaching licensure only) • Mathematics • Music Therapy • Nursing • Physical Education (teaching licensure only) • Physics Bachelor of Science/Modern Language Waiver—Students who elect the Bachelor of Science/Modern Language Waiver are not required to complete modern language courses as part of their degree. The following majors are approved for the Bachelor of Science/Modern Language Waiver: • Biology • Chemistry • Clinical Laboratory Science • Mathematics • Music Therapy • Nursing • Physics • See P/N limitations under Graduation Requirements, page 52. Certain courses have restrictions and are offered on one grading system only (e.g., lifetime activities are graded only P/N). In courses where there is a choice, students will be graded on the traditional system unless they indicate on their registration that they wish to use the P/N grading option. Any changes in choice of grading system must be made according to dates published each term. Numeric Grades Numeric grades are used with these definitions: 4.0 Achieves highest standards of excellence 3.5 3.0 Achieves above basic course standards 2.5 2.0 Meets basic standards for the course 1.5 1.0 Performance below basic course standards 0.5 0.0 Unacceptable performance (no credit for the course) Grades of P (Pass) or S (Satisfactory) or N (No credit) are not computed in the grade point average. Incomplete (I) Grades Evaluation and Grading Explanation of Grades The official delivery of end-of-term grades to students is online via the AugNet Records and Registration website. Student achievement in courses is measured by final examinations, shorter tests, written papers, oral reports, and other types of evaluation. Most courses are offered with grading options—traditional grading on a 4.0 to 0.0 scale or the Pass/No credit system, in which P means a grade of 2.0 or better and N means no credit and a grade of less than 2.0. Pass/No Credit Students who choose the P/N option are cautioned: • In order to receive a grade of P, a student must achieve at least a grade of 2.0. • Some graduate and professional schools do not look favorably on a large number of P-graded courses, or rank each as a C. • Maximum number of course credits taken P/N that may be applied to graduation is six course credits with a grade of Pass (P). • P-graded courses do not count toward the requirement that 14 tradition­ally graded course credits be earned at Augsburg in order to be considered for Latin Honors. Transfer students should be especially aware of this requirement. • To be eligible for graduation with Latin Honors, students may elect only two P/N credits. 58 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 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 by the end of the term with the Office of the Registrar 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 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 Academic Information 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 0.0 will be assigned. Withdrawal Grade A course is given a grade of W (withdrawn) when it is dropped after the deadline for dropping classes without notation on the record and before the last day to withdraw deadline. Repeated Courses A course in which a grade of 0.0, 0.5, 1.0, 1.5, 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. All courses taken each term and grades earned, including W and N, will be recorded on the academic record. Only the credits and grades earned the second time, for legitimately repeated courses, are counted toward graduation and in the grade point average. Courses completed at Augsburg College 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). Full-time day students will be charged an audit fee if their total credit load is over 4.5 credits. The charge for part-time and Weekend College students is listed under Weekend College costs in the Financing Your Education section on page 21. 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 as having been audited. If expectations have not been met, the course will be listed with a grade of W. Audited courses do not count toward graduation and do not fulfill general education requirements. 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 colleges. Courses taken on the P/N grading option are recorded, but not computed in the GPA. The formula for computing the GPA is: GPA = Total grade points divided by number of credits attempted.* *Courses with 0 to 4 grade assigned Classification Students are classified when grades are posted at the end of each term. Classification is based on the number of course credits completed. • Sophomores—7 completed course credits • Juniors—15 completed course credits • Seniors—23 completed course credits Assessment of Previous Learning (APL) Program Augsburg College recognizes that learning can and does take place in many life situations. Some of this learning may be appropriate for credit recognition within the disciplines that comprise the academic program of a liberal arts college. The Assessment of Previous Learning program (APL) at Augsburg provides a means by which a student’s previous learning, other than that which is transferred from another accredited institution, may be presented for examination for possible credit toward the completion of a bachelor’s degree. Not all learning from life experience, however, is appropriate for credit recognition at a liberal arts college. Such learning must meet two essential criteria: (1) it is relevant to coursework in a field of study within the Augsburg liberal arts curriculum, and (2) it can be objectively demonstrated either by comprehensive examination or committee evaluation. The APL program at Augsburg provides several means by which students may have their previous learning assessed for credit recognition. The following is a brief description of each of these means of assessment: International Baccalaureate Program (IB)—Courses earned from the International Baccalaureate program will be considered by the College for advanced placement and appropriate credit. IB exams may fulfill general education and/or major requirements. Credit granting guidelines are available in the registrar’s office and on the Academic Advising website. Advanced Placement Program (AP)—Augsburg allows students to earn credit for scores of 3, 4, or 5 on selected Advanced Placement tests. For some exams, a minimum score of 4 is required. AP exams may fulfill general education and/or major requirements. Additional information is available on the Academic Advising webpage and from the Office of the Registrar. The College Level Examination Program (CLEP)—This is a series of standardized tests that have been developed by the College Board and are offered to students for a small fee at regional testing centers. Students who score at or above the American Council on Education’s recommended score on an approved examination may receive academic credit for that subject at Augsburg College. CLEP exams may fulfill general education and/or major requirements. Information about CLEP tests is available from the Office of the Registrar and the Academic Advising webpage. Departmental Comprehensive Exams—These are available for students to use in obtaining credit for previous learning if the following conditions are met: • There is a departmental exam available for the subject area in question. • There is a faculty member designated by the department to administer the exam. • The registrar approves the student’s request to take the exam. Credit for departmental exams is available on a P/N Augsburg College 2010-2011 I 59 Academic Information basis only, and there is a charge per exam of $400 for a full course credit. The Portfolio Assessment Program—This is a credit assessment alternative in which a faculty team completes a credit evaluation of a learning portfolio submitted by the student. The faculty team is composed of two faculty members from fields of study directly related to the student’s previous learning. Students who wish to prepare a portfolio of previous learning for credit assessment should consult the Office of the Registrar. In completing the evaluation of a student’s previous learning, the faculty team applies the following criteria: • There is documentable evidence of a cognitive component in the previous learning experience that involved prescribed or systematic study of content material found within liberal arts coursework. • The learning has been objectively verified by individuals in addition to the presenting student. • The learning lends itself to both qualitative and quantitative measurement. • The learning relates well to the student’s educational goals. • The learning and skills involved are current and could be used at the present time. Students may apply for the credit assessment process after completing at least one term of academic work at Augsburg College with a cumulative Augsburg GPA of at least 2.50. It is strongly recommended that the process not be used when four or fewer courses remain for graduation. There is a nonrefundable application deposit of $200 to initiate the credit assessment process for each course presented in a portfolio. An additional $200 is charged upon approval of each course. Credit is available on a P/N credit basis only. Transcript credit will be recorded with the equivalent Augsburg course numbers as determined by faculty reviewers. Maximum Credit Accepted for Previous Learning—While Augsburg College recognizes the validity of learning that takes place outside the traditional classroom, this learning must be placed in the context of formal study in campus-based liberal arts courses. Therefore, Augsburg allows a maximum of eight credits (one-fourth of a bachelor’s degree) to be obtained through previous experiential learning. In compiling the eight credits for previous experiential learning, the student may use any combination of the five assessment processes available in the APL Program: AP exams, CLEP exams, IB exams, departmental comprehensive exams, and credit granted through portfolio assessment. English Language Learners (ELL) Students whose primary language spoken at home is not English must take the ELL placement test in conjunction with the English writing placement test prior to registering for their first term at Augsburg. Students’ placement in ELL, ENL 101 Developmental Writing, or ENL 111, HON 111, or ENL 112 Effective Writing will be determined by their scores on the Michigan test (85-100 range for exemption from ELL 60 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 courses) and by a writing sample. Near the end of each term of the English Language Learner’s course, an objective test will be administered to all students in the class. The score on this test and the grade earned in the class will determine whether additional ELL coursework is required. Usually a score of 85 to 100 and a course grade of 3.5 or 4.0 will fulfill the student’s ELL requirement. All students whose native language is not English must stay enrolled in ENL 217/218 until such time that they pass the ELL placement test at 85 percent or higher. The ELL course can be counted only twice in the total number of courses required for graduation. Students who fulfill the ELL requirement, by examination or by course completion, have completed the Modern Language Core Skill requirement for graduation. Academic Progress, Probation, and Dismissal The College requires that all students maintain a 2.00 cumulative grade point average (GPA). A minimum GPA of 2.00 is required for graduation; however, certain majors require a higher minimum GPA. A student will be placed on probation and considered for continuation or dismissal if: • His/her cumulative GPA is below 2.00 • He/she is a first-year student who receives two (2) zero or No Pass grades • He/she is a sophomore, junior, or senior who receives three (3) zero or No Pass grades • At the end of their first term, he/she has not fulfilled the requirements established through the Conditional Admit Program (refer to the Academic Skills Office Conditional Admit Program (CAP) section of the catalog). Dismissal from the College is not automatic. Each case is reviewed by the Student Standing Committee. Evidence of a student’s commitment to academic progress is the primary consideration used when deciding whether to dismiss a student. Students who have a poor academic record may be strongly advised to withdraw before the end of a term. Students on probation who voluntarily withdraw from the College must receive permission from the Student Standing Committee to re-enroll. Students who have been dismissed may apply for readmission after one year. At that time, the Student Standing Committee will review the application for readmission accompanied by any statements and evidence attesting to his/her commitment to academic success. A student will be removed from probation if: • His/her cumulative GPA reaches 2.00; or • He/ she was placed on probation because of unfulfilled Conditional Admit Requirements and he/she subsequently satisfies those requirements. Academic Information The Dean’s List, compiled after each semester, lists undergraduate students whose grade point average for a semester is 3.50 or better. Students must be full-time students (a minimum equivalent of three full course credits for a weekday schedule student or two equivalent full course credits for a Weekend College student), graded on the traditional grading system, with no incompletes in courses offered for credit. Courses taken outside of a program’s calendar (e.g., crossover courses taken in a Weekend College trimester term by a day student or in a semester term by a weekend student) are not calculated when determining the Dean’s List. If permission has been given by the student, an announcement is sent to the hometown newspaper for those students on the Dean’s List. fulfilled, meaning that one can graduate at any point during the academic year provided that all requirements are complete. Commencement is a ceremony. It is an opportunity for students, family, friends, and the Augsburg College community to celebrate academic accomplishment. Participation in commencement, however, does not mean that a student has graduated. A student will not graduate and a degree will not be conferred until all requirements are met, regardless of participation in commencement. Augsburg College holds two commencement ceremonies in the spring to accommodate the College’s different student populations. The May commencement ceremony is for students in the Day undergraduate program and for students in the Physician Assistant Studies graduate program. The June commencement ceremony is for students in the other five graduate programs as well as undergraduate students in Weekend College, Rochester campus, and the Partner Hospitals program. Undergraduate students who have not completed all degree requirements may participate in commencement if: (1) no more than three requirements will remain in their program at the conclusion of spring term; and (2) the remaining requirements will be completed in the summer or fall terms immediately following commencement. Latin Honors Enrollment/Degree Verification Augsburg recognizes those students who have demonstrated exemplary academic achievement by conferring Latin honors upon completion of a baccalaureate degree. This designation and the standards set are in effect for all students who complete degree requirements in May 2004 or later. Students may also receive honors recognition for departmental honors and for participation in the Honors program. (See individual department and program descriptions for details.) Augsburg College has authorized the National Student Clearinghouse to act as its agent for verification of student enrollment and degree status. Contact information is as follows: National Student Clearinghouse 13454 Sunrise Valley Road, Suite 300 Herndon, VA 20171 Web: www.degreeverify.org Phone: 703-742-4200 Fax: 703-742-4239 E-mail: degreeverify@studentclearinghouse.org The College reserves the right to dismiss any student who does not meet the guidelines stated above. Once a student is dismissed, he/she may appeal the decision to the Student Standing Committee within 10 school days. Specific appeal instructions are included in the letter of dismissal. Students may also be dismissed from professional programs, such as Social Work, Education and Nursing. A student dismissed from a program may appeal the decision through the Program Dismissal Appeal Process. The process is available at www.augsburg.edu/studentguide/. Dean’s List Qualification for Latin honors is determined as follows: Summa cum laude: 3.90-4.00 GPA plus successful completion of the summa oral examination Magna cum laude: 3.80-3.89 GPA Cum laude: 3.60-3.79 GPA To be eligible, a student must complete a minimum of 14 traditionally graded credits at Augsburg and have no more than two elective pass/no pass graded credits at Augsburg (classes offered only as P/N by the department will not be counted). For additional information, including the guidelines for the Summa Cum Laude oral examination, go to the Latin Honors section at www.augsburg.edu/registrar/. Veterans of Military Service Augsburg is approved by the state approving agency for veterans education. Veterans should consult with the V.A. certifying official in the Office of the Registrar about completion of enrollment verification and the forwarding of other information to the Department of Veterans Affairs. Veterans will need to meet the requirements of the Veterans Administration regarding repayment of educational assistance funds received. Additional information about veterans education benefits can be found at www.gibill.va.gov. Graduation and Commencement Though the terms are often confused, the words “graduation” and “commencement” carry different meanings. Graduation refers to the completion of all degree requirements. Students graduate when all requirements for the degree have been Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act Notice The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 Augsburg College 2010-2011 I 61 Academic Information (FERPA), as amended, provides certain rights to students regarding their education records. Each year Augsburg College 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—You have the right to review and inspect substantially all of your education records maintained by or at Augsburg College. The student must request to review their education records in writing with their signature. The College 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 exception which permits disclosure without consent is disclosure to school officials with legitimate education interests. A school official is a person employed by the College 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 College has contracted (such as an attorney, auditor, or collection agent); a person serving on the Board of Trustees, 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 College 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 College not to release Directory Information, any future request for such information from persons or organizations outside of Augsburg College will be refused. 62 I Augsburg College 2010-2011 “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; and • The student’s photograph. Augsburg College 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 Office of the Registrar must be notified in writing of your intent to withhold your Directory Information. If the notice is not received by the registrar prior to Sept. 15 (or within 10 school days of the start of a subsequent term for a new student), it will be assumed that all Directory Information may be disclosed for the remainder of the current academic year. A new notice for withholding disclosure must be completed each academic year. Right to complain to FERPA Office—You have the right to file a complaint with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act Office, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Ave. S.W., Washington, D.C., 20202-4605, 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. Clery Act The Clery Act Annual Report for Augsburg College contains statistics on reported crimes on and near Augsburg property and campus, as well as institutional policies concerning campus security and crime. The report is available online at www.augsburg.edu/dps/security/report.html. For a printed copy, contact Augsburg’s Department of Public Safety at 612-330-1717. Departments and Programs Departments and Programs Departments and Programs As a liberal arts institution, Augsburg College believes that knowledge and truth are interrelated and are integrated into a whole. The tradition of the academic world, however, divides this unified truth into more manageable parts: the academic disciplines. The knowledge of individual disciplines is subdivided into courses that make it more accessible to students. These courses can be arranged in various ways to construct majors, to create the substance of a broad general education, and to give students the opportunity to study areas of particular individual interest. Course Descriptions Descriptions of courses are arranged by departments and programs. These descriptions offer a brief summary of the subject matter to aid students in planning a program. A syllabus containing a more detailed explanation of content, approach, requirements, and evaluations for a particular course can be obtained from the instructor. Department entries also contain a narrative discussion of the educational philoso­phy of each department, its goals, and its place in the College’s program. A listing of requirements for individual majors and minors follows the narrative. Class Schedule Courses listed are subject to change. In general, day classes are offered fall and/or spring terms unless otherwise indicated. The schedule of classes offered through the Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities (ACTC) for fall and spring terms is only available online. Since some courses are offered alternate years, it is important that the student review major requirements and course offerings with an adviser to ensure that all requirements can be met. Descriptions and schedules for Summer Session, the Master of Arts in Education, Master of Arts in Leadership, Master of Arts in Nursing, Master of Business Administration, Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, Master of Social Work, and Doctor of Nursing Practice courses are published in a separate Graduate Studies catalog. Credits A full course is offered for one course credit. A few fractional courses, for one-half or one-quarter course credit, are offered. Unless noted, all courses are one course credit. A full course is valued as four semester credits or six quarter hours. Most day program courses meet for three 60-minute periods or two 90-minute periods per week with additional time required for laboratory work. All full credit Weekend College courses meet for eight three-and-one-half-hour sessions during fall and for seven four-hour sessions during winter and spring term. 64 I Augsburg College 2010-2012 Numbering Courses numbered below 300 are lower division courses. Courses numbered 300 and above are classified as upper division. In general, courses in the 100s are primarily for first-years, 200s for sophomores, 300s for juniors, and 400s for seniors. Prerequisites Courses that must be taken before enrolling in a higher level course are listed in the course description as prerequisites. A student may enroll in a course when a prerequisite has not been fulfilled if there is prior approval by the professor teaching the course. Some prerequisites (such as ENL 111, math placement, and critical thinking) cannot be waived by the instructor. NOTE: Not all courses are offered in all schedules. Refer to Augnet Records and Registration for information on when specific courses are offered. Internships and Independent Studies Every department offers opportunities for internships and independent study. The course description and process for registering is normally the same for each department. Some departments have additional statements that can be found in the departmental course listing. Interdisciplinary internships are also available. Internships Registration for internships consists of the following steps: 1. Obtain the internship registration permission form and secure the signatures of the faculty supervisor and director of the Strommen Career and Internship Center. 2. Register: Turn in the completed internship registration form (with all signatures) to the Enrollment Center. You must register the internship for the academic term that coincides with the internship experience. 3. A learning agreement (forms are available in the Strommen Career and Internship Center) must be completed with the faculty member responsible for grading the experience and the work supervisor. The original is turned in to the Strommen Career and Internship Center, with copies made for the faculty supervisor and student. 196 197 198 199 Internship/On-campus Internship/Off-campus (.5) Internship/On-campus (.5) Internship/Off-campus A work or service-based learning experience typically at the sophomore level in which a student, faculty member, and site supervisor design a learning agreement that links the ideas and methods of the discipline with the opportunities inherent in the placement. Prior to the beginning of the term/registration, interested students must consult with the departmental internship coordinator or a faculty member and the Departments and Programs Strommen Career and Internship Center regarding requirements and permission to register. 396 397 398 399 Internship/On-campus Internship/Off-campus (.5) Internship/On-campus (.5) Internship/Off-campus A work or service-based learning experience at the junior/senior level in which a student, faculty member, and site supervisor design a learning agreement that links the ideas and methods of the discipline with the opportunities inherent in the placement. For some majors, participation in a concurrent seminar may be expected. Prior to the beginning of the term/registration, interested students must consult with the departmental internship coordinator or a faculty member and the Strommen Career and Internship Center regarding requirements and permission to register. (Off-campus 397/399 internships are one option for the Augsburg Experience graduation requirement.) Directed and Independent Studies 299 Directed Study An opportunity to study topics not covered in the scheduled offerings under the direction of an instructor. Open to all students, but normally taken by sophomores and juniors. Approval must be secured in writing from the instructor and the department chairperson before the term in which the study is undertaken. 499 Independent Study/Research An opportunity for advanced and specialized research projects. Normally open to junior and senior majors. Approval must be secured in writing from the instructor and the department chairperson before the term in which the study is undertaken. Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 65 Accounting Accounting See listing under Business Administration. 66 I Augsburg College 2010-2012 American Indian Studies American Indian Studies American Indian studies is a major that gives students the opportunity to learn about the original, indigenous cultures of North America. Students will be provided with a multidisciplinary understanding of the history and present situation of American Indians. The program emphasizes the interrelations among history, culture, language, literature, the arts, philosophy, religion, political and social forces, and the legal status and sovereignty of American Indians. This course of study exposes students to the richness and beauty of North American Indian cultures. influences, and American Indian literature, art, music, and language. OJB 111, 112 Beginning Ojibwe I, II ANT 141 Cultural Anthropology 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. (This course does not count toward the American Indian studies major or minor; it is recommended as a supporting area of study) American Indian Studies Faculty Eric Buffalohead (Chair), Elise Marubbio Adjunct Faculty Sophia Jacobson, Richard Gresczyk, Dale Weston Degree and Major Requirements American Indian Studies Major Ten courses including; AIS 105 Introduction to American Indian Studies AIS 205 Contemporary American Indians ENL 255 American Indian Literature or AIS 264 American Indians in the Cinema HIS 236 American Indian History REL 370 American Indian Spirituality and Philosophical Thought AIS 499 Senior Research Project In addition, students must complete four electives. At least four of the courses toward the major must be upper division. Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. The graduation skill in Quantitative Reasoning (QR) is met by GST 200 or PHI 230. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. AIS 205 Contemporary American Indians 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. AIS 208 Native American Women and Film 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. Minor Five courses including AIS 105. At least two must be upper division. Course Offerings at Augsburg College AIS 105 Introduction to American Indian Studies 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 An introduction to the language and culture of the Ojibwe (Chippewa). Emphasis is on vocabulary, reading, writing, and conversational skills. Classroom practice will include linguistic patterns and oral interaction. AIS 233 Women: A Cross-Cultural Perspective 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. Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 67 American Indian Studies 68 HIS 236 American Indian History 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. ENL 255 American Indian Literature 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. AIS 264 American Indians in the Cinema 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. ART 290 Tribal Arts and Culture The rich heritage of indigenous cultures is explored through the visual arts, particularly within the United States. AIS 305 Indigenous Issues of Central America This travel seminar explores issues faced by Indigenous peoples of Guatemala, Nicaragua, or Mexico. Each group faces similar challenges that manifest differently due to the political, social, and cultural influences of the dominant culture in each country. Students will learn about sovereignty, land rights, economy, religion, cultural survival, women’s issues, and political movements through site visits and interaction with Indigenous organizations. This course is cross-listed with Women’s Studies. AIS 320 American Indian Women 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 I Augsburg College 2010-2012 and influenced non-tribal communities through their activism and traditionalism. This course is cross-listed with women’s studies. AIS 332 Native American Storytelling 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. AIS/ENL 355 Themes in American Indian Literature 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. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221, or a 200-level literature course, or consent of instructor.) AIS 364 Indigenous Filmmakers 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. REL 370 American Indian Spirituality and Philosophical Thought Religious beliefs, spiritual customs, and philosophy of North American Indians are studied. Tribal similarities and differences are explored as are tribal relationships with nature, religious oversight of life cycles, sacred ritual ceremonies, and beliefs in an afterlife. AIS 408 Native American Women and Film 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 ste- American Indian Studies reotypes 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. (Prereq.: WST 201 or any 2XX women’s studies course; or AIS 105 or any 2XX American Indian studies course; or consent of instructor.) AIS 490 Keystone Indigenous Issues of Central America This travel seminar explores issues faced by Indigenous peoples of Guatemala, Nicaragua, or Mexico. Each group faces similar challenges that manifest differently due to the political, social, and cultural influences of the dominant culture in each country. Students will learn about sovereignty, land rights, economy, religion, cultural survival, women’s issues, and political movements through site visits and interaction with Indigenous organizations. AIS 495 Topics in American Indian Studies Individual courses designed to investigate specific topics such as Minnesota Indians, Contemporary Indigenous Issues of North and South America, and American Indian Literature Seminar. AIS 499 Independent Research An independently designed research project. Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 69 Art Art—ART Art is essential. It teaches us to see, claim beauty, make sense of pain, explore the world, and express ourselves. At Augsburg College, inspiration and creativity grow from the diversity of ideas experienced on a small campus in the heart of a major metropolitan area. We balance a solid foundation of drawing, design, and history with technical skills, critical thinking, and creative exploration in a range of media. On-campus galleries showcase the work of students as well as established artists. An innovative faculty pairs creative curriculum for traditional disciplines in drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, and photography with emerging disciplines in hand papermaking, book arts, architecture, and digital media. Class sizes are small; we will get to know each other. Galleries and museums surround us; art club, studio visits, and guest artists provide art in real time; service learning, internships, and study abroad are integral to our program. We reach an average of 700 students a year from all disciplines, graduating 25-30 majors annually with BA degrees in art history, studio art, art education; and certificates in studio art and graphic design. For over 40 years, students have been earning degrees in art and art history at Augsburg College. We’re excited to be here in the center of the city. We think you will be, too. robert k. tom (Chair), Kristin Anderson, Susan Boecher, Lynn Bollman, Tara Sweeney Degree and Major Requirements Studio Art Major Majors are required to begin their programs with the studio arts foundations: Design Drawing One course in two-dimensional art from: ART118 ART 223 ART 225 ART 257 Painting I Printmaking I Graphic Design I Watercolor Painting I One course in three-dimensional art from: ART 221 Sculpture I ART 250 Ceramics I ART 280 Hand Papermaking and Book Arts I Five additional studio arts courses ART 240 Art History Survey Two additional art history courses ART 405 Senior Exhibition and Faculty Review (.0 course) Studio majors must participate in a junior review, a solo or two-person show with a senior review, and the annual senior 70 Teaching Licensure Major The State of Minnesota has specific licensing requirements for teachers that differ slightly in emphasis from the Augsburg major requirements. The state requirements may also be subject to change after publication of this catalog. Students therefore should consult with the Augsburg Department of Education to identify current Minnesota teacher licensure requirements. Art History Major Eight art or architectural history courses including: Art Faculty ART 102 ART 107 group exhibition. The Critical Thinking (CT) graduation skill is embedded throughout the offered courses and is met by completing the major. The graduation skills in Speaking (S), Writing (W), and Quantitative Reasoning (QR) are met by completing the following courses: S: Studio art majors may choose from ART 102, 225, 382 and 389 to satisfy the speaking skill. W: Studio art majors may choose two of the following courses to satisfy the writing skill: ART 388, 349, 352, 386, and 387. QR: PHY 119, MAT 145, MAT 146, GST 200, or PHI 230. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. I Augsburg College 2010-2012 ART 240 ART 388 Art History Survey Modern Art Two studio courses: ART 102 Design or ART 107 Drawing ART 118 Painting I or ART 221 Sculpture I The Critical Thinking (CT) graduation skill is embedded throughout the offered courses and is met by completing the major. The graduation skills in Speaking (S), Writing (W), and Quantitative Reasoning (QR) are met by completing the following courses: S: Art history majors may choose from ART 102, 225, 382 and 389 to satisfy the speaking skill. W: Art history majors may choose two of the following courses to satisfy the writing skill: ART 388, 349, 352, 386, and 387. QR: PHY 119, MAT 145, MAT 146, GST 200, or PHI 230. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Note: Students planning a double major in studio art and art history or a major/minor combination should meet with a department adviser to plan appropriately. Departmental Honors GPA of 3.50 in the major and overall, portfolio of artwork (studio majors) or research (art history majors) reflecting Art high quality work, and art department approved special projects and/or research. Application should be made to the department chair before the last term of the senior year. ART 106 Chinese Calligraphy and Painting I Introduction and practice of Chinese calligraphic painting and writing. Studio Art Minor ART 118 Painting I Introduction to painting media and technique in acrylic or oil. Emphasis is placed on color, perception, and expression. Five courses including ART 240, ART 107, and three additional studio courses. Architecture Minor Five courses including ART 105, ART 210, ART 243, ART 244, and ART 249 or 349. ART 122 Plein Air Sketching I This foundational course in plein air sketching introduces observational skills and sketching onsite in the midst of daily life as a meditative way of seeing deeply and responding to place. Students explore media, technique, and subject matter, visit sites and museums to understand context and meaning, and respond creatively. Art History Minor Five art history courses including ART 240. Certificate in Art Eight art courses, including at least one in art history. Up to four courses may be taken in one studio area or in art history. Certificate in Digital Design ART 132 Photography I The camera used as a tool for visual creativity, expression, and communication with attention to analog black-and-white photographic processes. Students need access to a 35mm, single lens reflex camera. Materials will cost approximately $200-225. Eight art courses, including four in digital design (chosen from ART 215, ART 225, ART 315, ART 320, ART 330, ART 340), one in art history, and three studio electives. Art Courses Note: All studio courses require work outside of class sessions. Some studio courses have lab fees. ART 180 Introduction to Community Based Photography Introduction to Community Based Photography will combine art and social research concepts to help students understand how the arts can affect social change and foster community building by engaging in the creative, theoretical, and technical process of black-and-white photography. Studio Art Foundations ART 102 Design A study of design is the unifying foundation for the visual arts. Two- and some three-dimensional projects demonstrate theory and application of basic design elements and principles. ART 107 Drawing Students use traditional media to develop technical skills and explore descriptive and experimental ideas for perceptual and conceptual drawing. Emphasis is placed on foundational drawing concepts. ART 210 Drawing for Design in Architecture 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. (Prereq.: ART 105 or instructor permission) ART 215 Web Design I This course explores the theory and practice of web design. Focus is placed on effective design and usability. Students will become familiar with Dreamweaver, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Studio Art ART 100, 300 Topics Selected courses dealing with special topics, offered occasionally in the department. ART 105 Introduction to Architectural Drawing This course develops basic skills involved in perceiving and representing the material environment through the study of sketching and drawing skills. ART 221 Sculpture I An introduction to sculpture and three-dimensional design through the exploration of the inherent properties of various materials and processes. ART 223 Printmaking I An introduction to traditional and experimental Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 71 Art media and methods of printing. Intaglio, relief, and mono/unique methods are explored. 72 ART 280 Hand Papermaking and Book Arts I Introduction to hand papermaking, box building, and contemporary bookmaking; emphasizes the interplay of text and image in the handmade book. ART 224 Publication Design An introduction to design concepts and production for publication design. Theory and practice of coordinating visual imagery and typography for print publications using page layout software. ART 306 Chinese Calligraphy and Painting II Advanced practice of Chinese calligraphic painting and writing. (Prereq.: ART 106) ART 225 Graphic Design I ART 315 Web Design II Graphic Design I is an introduction to the principles and practices of visual communications focusing on text and image using grid layouts. Exploration of the latest technologies used in the theories and practice of animation, interactive programming, and advanced digital design. (Prereq.: ART 215 or instructor permission) ART 231 Mexican Art This course aims to develop an understanding and appreciation of Mexican art from the PreColumbian, 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. (Prereq.: SPA 212. Taught in Mexico, see program listings in International Studies) ART 320 Typography Study of the history, development, structures, and application of traditional and contemporary typography; exploration of letterforms using digital, hand-set type, and hand lettering. (Prereq.: Any ART course) ART 322 Plein Air Sketching II This advanced course in plein air sketching is a continuation of ART 122. Advanced students develop mastery of technique and expression of personal subject matter and style through significant, experiential engagement with artistic, cultural, and historical resources. (Prereq.: ART 122 or permission of instructor) ART 233 Collaborative Printmaking: A Press-Free Approach 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. ART 330 Graphic Design II Graphic Design II explores visual communications in the retail environment — developing advertising materials, sales promotions, packaging, and displays. ART 247 Life Drawing ART 332 Photography II An introduction to the methods and techniques of drawing the human form through the use of live models. Emphasis will be placed on perceptual drawing skills and the accurate rendering of the human form in a spatial environment. Advanced study in black-and-white film photography. Projects will encourage the refinement of technical and formal skills and the development of a personal approach to subject matter and content. Students will be introduced to archival print methods, expanded film exposure and development styles, portfolio presentation; and will develop the vocabulary to write an artist’s statement and research contemporary photographers. (Prereq.: ART 132) ART 250 Ceramics I An introduction to the making of pottery with an emphasis on handbuilding and throwing techniques combined with theory, concept, and form. ART 257 Watercolor Painting I Introduction to transparent watercolor; emphasizes perceptual observation to explore color theory, media, and technique. Class sessions often include painting outside on location (weather permitting). I Augsburg College 2010-2012 ART 340 Digital Imaging Exploration of visual communications in the electronic environments using various software programs to create digital images, animation, and digital games. Art ART 351 Ceramics II 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. (Prereq.: ART 250) ART 355 Painting II Advanced study in acrylic or oil paint media, emphasizing individual expression. (Prereq.: ART 118) ART 357 Watercolor Painting II Advanced exploration in transparent watercolor; emphasizes individual expression. (Prereq.: ART 257) ART 368 Printmaking II Continued exploration of intaglio, relief, and mono/unique methods. Use of larger formats, multiple plates, and an emphasis on color are encouraged. (Prereq.: ART 223) ART 380 Hand Papermaking and Book Arts II Advanced exploration in hand papermaking and book arts, emphasizing individual research and expression. (Prereq.: ART 280) History of architecture and city planning since 1750, as illustrated by Western and non-Western examples. ART 249/349 The Designed Environment 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. (Prereq.: None for ART 249; ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111, and an ART, HIS, or urban studies course for ART 349) ART/THR 265 Computer Drafting for the Stage and Architecture (See Theatre Arts section for course description.) ART 290 Tribal Arts and Culture 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 a Native American art. ART 405 Senior Exhibition and Faculty Review (.0 course) Senior Exhibition and Faculty Review is a practical approach to application of a senior art major’s portfolio of works through a solo or twoperson exhibit, exemplifying their best visual arts practice. Two art department faculty and one outside department faculty/staff of choice will be formed as a review committee of the exhibition. ART 352 Women and Art 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. (Prereq.: ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111) ART 478 Sculpture II Advanced work in sculpture and three-dimensional design. (Prereq.: ART 221) ART 382 Scandinavian Arts The visual arts in Scandinavia from the Stone Age to the present, including architecture, folk arts, painting, sculpture, and design. Art and Architectural History ART 240 Art History Survey A survey of art of the Western world from prehistoric to modern times. (Prereq.: Pass CT assessment or GST 100) ART 385 Prehistoric and Ancient Art The art of the Ice Age through the Roman period to the fourth century A.D. ART 386 Medieval Art Early Christian through late Gothic and protoRenaissance painting, sculpture, and architecture in Europe. (Prereq.: ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111) Note: The following courses are offered intermittently, usually two or three sections per year. ART 243 History of Architecture to 1750 History of architecture and city planning from antiquity to 1750, as illustrated by Western and non-Western examples. ART 244 History of Architecture after 1750 ART 387 Renaissance and Baroque Art European painting, sculpture, and architecture, from the 14th through the 18th centuries. (Prereq.: ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111) Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 73 Art ART 388 Modern Art European painting, sculpture, and architecture from Neoclassicism through the present. (Prereq.: ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111) ART 389 American Art A study of early colonial through contemporary American art, architecture, and folk arts. Internships and Independent Study Courses 74 ART 199 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. ART 299 Directed Study See description on page 65. ART 399 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. ART 499 Independent Study/Research See description on page 65. I Augsburg College 2010-2012 Augsburg Core Curriculum Augsburg Core Curriculum—AUG/KEY/GST 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. (Prereq.: ENL 111, or HON 111, or ENL 112) This section does not include all courses in the core curriculum, but only those not located in a disciplinary department. The Signature Curriculum Liberal Arts Foundation Augsburg Seminar Connections Courses AUG 101 Augsburg Seminar (.0 course) 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 Seminar is graded Pass/No Credit. 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) Students may fulfill Liberal Arts Foundation requirements through disciplinary courses (listed under academic departments) or through interdisciplinary Connections courses. ENV 100 Environmental Connections 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. (Social and Behavioral Sciences LAF, fall) Senior Keystone KEY 470 Creating Life in the Arts: Exploration and Reflection on Vocation From personal reflection on vocation to realworld 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 intrapreneurial insights, skills, and reflection. KEY 480 Topics in Global Interdependence 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 Englishspeaking countries with consent of instructor). KEY 490 Vocation and the Meaning of Success 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 FIA 130 Arts and the City Using the arts resources of the city, this course will explore how to understand and appreciate various art forms: theatre, music, opera, visual arts, dance, and film. Class sessions consist almost entirely of attendance at off-campus performances and sites. (Fine Arts LAF) HUM 120 Medieval Connections: Medieval Life in 12th-Century Europe 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. (Humanities LAF, spring) Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 75 Augsburg Core Curriculum SCI 106 Introductory Meteorology A survey of the basic principles of Earth’s weather and climate. Topics include winds, fronts, cyclones, clouds and precipitation, thunderstorms, tornados and hurricanes, climate and climate change, global warming, and ozone depletion. (Three one-hour lectures, one twohour laboratory. Prereq.: MPG 2 and pass CT assessment or GST 100. Fall, spring.) S­ CI 110 GST 200 Quantitative Reasoning/Statistical Literacy 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 statisticallybased 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. (Prereq.: MPG 3) Natural Science I The first semester of a two-semester survey of natural science. This course focuses on the nature of science and major concepts of physics and chemistry. Laboratory work stressing experimentation and measurement will include the use of computers and electronic sensors. (Three one-hour lectures, one three-hour laboratory. Natural Sciences LAF. Prereq.: MPG 3) SCI 111 Natural Science II The second semester of a two-semester survey of natural science. This course focuses on major concepts of earth science and biology. Laboratory work will complement lectures and will include the use of computers and electronic sensors. (Three one-hour lectures, one threehour laboratory. Natural Sciences LAF. Prereq.: SCI 110 and pass CT assessment or GST 100) Skills Entry Skills 76 Graduation Skills GST 100 Critical Thinking Designed to develop critical thinking skills, this course strengthens the ability of students to comprehend, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate ideas and arguments. Students identified by the Critical Thinking Assessment are required to complete GST 100 with a minimum grade of 2.0 or better. Students who have passed the Critical Thinking Assessment may take the class only with the permission of the instructor. GST 140 Introduction to the Liberal Arts An introduction to the philosophy of the liberal arts curriculum and improving those skills important to academic success: reading, comprehension, note-taking and textbook reading, time management, vocabulary, test-taking, organization, concentration and memorization, learning style, conflict management, assertiveness training, and motivation strategies. I Augsburg College 2010-2012 Other General Studies Courses GST 009 Internship Transcript Notation (.0 course) 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 Strommen Career and Internship Center. With approval, a non-credit/internship completed by juniors or seniors will fulfill the Augsburg Experience graduation requirement. Biology Biology—BIO We are in the midst of a revolution in biology. From the unraveling of information locked within the human and other genomes to the complexities of interactions between organisms in diverse ecosystems in changing environments, biologists and members of the public are grappling with an almost overwhelming flood of new information. By focusing on the core principles of biology, students are given the tools with which to interpret results coming out of the revolution, and by early exposure to original independent research projects, given the opportunity to themselves contribute to our understanding of the natural world. Integration across biological sub-disciplines is emphasized, paralleling the integration taking place in the maturing field of systems biology. As biological phenomena become amenable to the analytical tools of chemistry, physics, mathematics and computer science, biology is increasingly a multidisciplinary venture, Thus, a firm background in these sciences is also important for the successful study of biology. Biological forces have many profound effects on society, and in turn humanity has strongly affected our biosphere. Thus, service-learning opportunities are tightly integrated within the curricula. For many, an undergraduate major in biology serves as a springboard for further study. Augsburg graduates have gone on to graduate studies in the life sciences, leading to careers in college or university teaching, basic and applied research, and public health. Many have entered professional programs in medicine, veterinary medicine, and dentistry. Other graduates have gone directly into secondary education, biomedical and biotechnology industries, laboratory research, natural resources, and environmental education. Five upper division biology electives chosen from the following list: BIO 351 BIO 353 BIO 355 BIO 361 BIO 369 BIO 440 BIO 471 BIO 473 BIO 474 BIO 475 BIO 476 BIO 481 BIO 486 BIO 495 Invertebrate Zoology Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy Genetics Plant Biology Biochemistry Plant Physiology Advanced Cellular and Molecular Biology Animal Physiology Developmental Biology Neurobiology Microbiology Ecology Immunology Special Topics in Biology Required Supporting Courses for Bachelor of Science CHM 105/106 Principles of Chemistry or CHM 115/116 General Chemistry CHM 351/352 Organic Chemistry PHY 121/122 General Physics MAT 145/146 Calculus General Education Accomodation BS biology majors may reduce their general education program by one or two courses. See Bachelor of Science/Liberal Arts Foundation (LAF) Waiver in the Academic Information section of the catalog. Bachelor of Arts in Biology The same biology course requirements as for the Bachelor of Science degree, but with the following supporting courses: Biology Faculty Required Supporting Courses for Bachelor of Arts Dale Pederson (Chair), Jennifer Bankers-Fulbright, Matthew Beckman, Ralph Butkowski, William Capman, David Crowe, Ann Impulliti CHM 105/106 Principles of Chemistry or CHM 115/116 General Chemistry PHY 116 Introduction to Physics or PHY 121/122 General Physics MAT 114 Precalculus or MAT 145 Calculus I or MAT 163 Introductory Statistics or MAT 164 Biostatistics or PSY 215 Research Methods: Design, Procedure, and Analysis I Degree and Major Requirements Students may choose one of the following degree options: Bachelor of Science in biology, Bachelor of Arts in biology, or Bachelor of Arts in life sciences. Bachelor of Science in Biology Nine-and-a-half courses including: BIO 151 Introductory Biology BIO 152 Evolution, Ecology, and Diversity BIO 253 Introductory Cellular Biology BIO 361 Plant Biology or BIO 481 Ecology BIO 490 Biology Keystone (.5) or SCI 490 Integrated Keystone (.5) or another keystone with departmental approval Bachelor of Arts in Life Sciences This major is appropriate for students also seeking secondary teaching licensure in biology. Requirements are the same as for the Bachelor of Arts in biology degree, but with the following differences: Only four (rather than five) upper division biology electives are required, along with: Two additional science courses, chosen from the following list: PHY 101 Astronomy Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 77 Biology SCI 106 Introductory Meteorology An introductory geology course Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Sciences See the Clinical Laboratory Sciences section of the catalog for details of the CLS major. Graduation Skills Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Quantitative Reasoning (QR), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. The graduation skill in Speaking (S) is met by completing COM 111 or COM 115. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Biology for Health Sciences All transfer courses, including ACTC courses, must be approved in writing by the department, subject to review by the chair. Only those biology courses successfully completed (2.0 or above) within the last 10 years will be considered. No more than two upper division courses from other institutions may be applied toward the major. Prerequisite requirements for health sciences vary with the program and the institution. Care should be taken to study the requirements for every program well in advance of making application. In general, medical schools require a two-semester sequences in calculus, physics and organic chemistry. Biochemistry is also commonly required and in some instances statistics and literature. Programs in physician assistant training, veterinary medicine, physical therapy and such typically have a more extensive list of prerequisites. Students considering a post-baccalaureate program in these areas should consult early and often with health science advisers Dixie Shafer and Dale Pederson. Custom Biology Programs Graduate Training in Biology Transfer course policy for majors and minors Students who have completed BIO 151, 152, 153 and at least two upper division electives may, in consultation with their adviser, seek approval from the department to complete major requirements with as many as four upper division courses from other institutions. Departmental Honors GPA of 3.50 in biology and 3.0 overall and one of the following: a) one course of approved independent study (BIO 499), b) a research internship combined with BIO 497, or c) participation in the Mayo Innovation Scholars Program. BIO 497and BIO 499 projects should be submitted to the department for approval by Sept. 30 of the senior year or Feb. 28 in the case of students planning to graduate in the following December. BIO 497 and BIO 499 projects must include public presentation and a written report approved by the department. Minor A course in general chemistry and five biology courses including BIO 151, 152, 253, and two upper division courses. The majority of courses in biology must be taken at Augsburg College. Other Requirements In planning their courses of study, students are encouraged to work closely with members of the biology faculty. Biology majors must have an adviser in the biology department. BIO 151 and 152 and Principles of Chemistry (or General 78 Chemistry) should be taken in the first year, and BIO 253 and Organic Chemistry (when appropriate) in the second year. Students should complete their math requirements early in their college careers. A GPA of 2.0 for BIO 151, 152, and 253 is a prerequisite for enrollment in upper division biology courses. A grade of 2.0 or above is required for all supporting courses and upper division biology courses applied to the major. Upper division biology requirements must be traditionally graded. A GPA of 2.5 in upper division biology courses is required for the life sciences major. I Augsburg College 2010-2012 Graduate programs in biological fields typically require two semesters of general chemistry, organic chemistry, calculus and physics. Also required is extensive involvement in research through Augsburg Experience, internships and/ or independent study. Careful consultation with a biology adviser is recommended to select among coursework and research options. Teaching Licensure Major The State of Minnesota has specific licensing requirements for biology teachers, the science portions of which are satisfied by the Augsburg life sciences major. The state requirements may be subject to change after publication of this catalog. Students therefore should consult with the Augsburg Department of Education to identify current Minnesota teacher licensure requirements. All upper division biology requirements for secondary licensure must be completed before beginning student teaching. Post-Baccalaureate Teaching Licensure Students who have earned a bachelor’s degree elsewhere and seek life science teaching licensure at Augsburg are required to complete a minimum of two upper division biology courses at Augsburg with grades of 2.5 or higher. Required or elective courses are determined by the department following review of transcripts and prior to matriculation. Beta Beta Beta Membership in the Augsburg chapter of this national biology honor society is open to those students who have completed Biology of science and the approach used by scientists to gather and analyze data and propose and test hypotheses are considered. (Prereq.: MPG 2 and pass CT assessment or GST 100. Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory. Does not apply to the major or minor) at least one upper division biology course and have a GPA of 3.0 in biology. Cooperative Education and Service-Learning The department works with the Strommen Career and Internship Center in identifying and defining cooperative education experiences in laboratories and other settings in the Twin Cities. Augsburg Student Association for Health Sciences The Augsburg Student Association for Health Sciences exists to serve all students preparing for post-baccalaureate study and/or careers in medicine and allied health professions. It facilitates volunteer and work opportunities, provides contact with admissions representatives from several professional schools, and arranges visits with alumni in several health fields. BIO 103 Human Anatomy and Physiology A survey of the structure and function of the human body. (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. Prereq.: CHM 100 or another chemistry course strongly recommended. Spring) BIO 121 Human Biology and Lab 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. (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 100 before taking this class. Fall and spring) Biology Courses SCI 110 Natural Science I The first semester of a two-semester survey of natural science. This course focuses on the nature of science and major concepts of physics and chemistry. Laboratory work stressing experimentation and measurement will include the use of computers and electronic sensors. (Three one-hour lectures, one three-hour laboratory. Prereq.: MPG 3) BIO 151 Introductory Biology First of a three-semester sequence. An introduction to biology for science majors, including cell and molecular biology, energy metabolism, genetics. BIO 151, 152, and 253 must be taken in sequence except by permission of instructor. (Three hours of lecture, three hours laboratory, some Saturday field trips. Prereq.: MPG 3 or concurrent registration in MAT 105, concurrent registration in CHM 105/115. Fall) SCI 111 Natural Science II The second semester of a two-semester survey of natural science. This course focuses on major concepts of earth science and biology. Laboratory work will complement lectures and will include the use of computers and electronic sensors. (Three one-hour lectures, one threehour laboratory. Prereq.: SCI 110) SCI 280 Introduction to Research BIO 152 Ecology, Evolution, and Diversity This is a topics course for discovery-based research introducing concepts and skills based on instructor-generated research projects. It is offered through a selection-process based on student interest, invitation, and interview selection. It is recommended for students in the Honors program and can also fulfill an Augsburg Experience as an experiential course in research if the student project results in presentation of the work in subsequent semesters. All are welcome to apply. (Prereq.: Invitation to participate in course; 0.5 course) Second of a three-semester introductory sequence. An introduction to evolution, ecology, and biological diversity for science majors. BIO 151, 152, and 253 must be taken in sequence except by permission of instructor. (Three hours of lecture, four hours laboratory. Spring) BIO 102 The Biological World The basic concepts of biology pertaining to both plants and animals are emphasized. The nature BIO 253 Introductory Cellular Biology Third of a three-semester sequence. An introduction to structure and function in tissues, cells, and subcellular organelles. (Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory. Prereq.: BIO 151, 152, CHM 106 or 116. Fall) BIO 351 Invertebrate Zoology A study of the invertebrate animals stressing Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 79 Biology classification, morphology, behavior, life history, and phylogeny. (Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory. Prereq.: BIO 151, 152. Fall: alternate years) 80 BIO 353 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy Comparative anatomy, functional morphology, and evolutionary morphology of vertebrates. (Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory. Prereq.: BIO 151, 152. Spring) BIO 355 Genetics Principles of heredity, integrating classical and molecular analysis. (Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory. Prereq.: BIO 253 and MAT 114 or 145 or 163 or 164 or PSY 215.) BIO 361 Plant Biology A survey of the major groups of algae, fungi, and plants, including the study of structure, physiology, life histories, and phylogeny. (Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory. Prereq.: BIO 151, 152, and ENL 111, or HON 111, or ENL 112. Fall) BIO 369 Biochemistry An introductory consideration of biological macromolecules and their components, energetics, and intermediary metabolism and its integration. (Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory. Prereq.: BIO 253, CHM 352 and MAT 114 or 145 or 163 or 164 or PSY 215. Fall) BIO 440 Plant Physiology A consideration of the processes involved in photosynthesis, growth, development, and water relations in plants including the relationship of process to structure and life history. (Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory. Prereq.: BIO 253, and ENL 111, or HON 111, or ENL 112. Spring) BIO 471 Advanced Cellular and Molecular Biology An examination of mechanisms of molecular genetics, recombinant DNA technology, cell-signaling, cell cycle control, the cytoskeleton and select additional topics. (Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory. Prereq.: BIO 369.) BIO 473 Animal Physiology A study of digestion, respiration, circulation, excretion, movement, and sensory perception as well as neural and hormonal control of these functions, emphasizing vertebrates. (Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory. Prereq.: BIO 253 and MAT 114 or 145 or 163 or 164 or PSY 215.) I Augsburg College 2010-2012 BIO 474 Developmental Biology A consideration of the physiological and morphological changes that occur during embryonic development of animals, including genetic control of development. (Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory. Prereq.: BIO 253.) BIO 475 Neurobiology 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. (Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory. Prereq.: BIO 253) BIO 476 Microbiology An introduction to the study of microorganisms. Environmental, industrial, and medical issues are discussed, with particular attention paid to human pathogens. (Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory. Prereq.: BIO 253.) BIO 481 Ecology 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. (Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory, some Saturday field trips. Prereq.: BIO 253 and MAT 114 or 145 or 163 or 164 or PSY 215. Fall) BIO 486 Immunology This course is a study of the body’s immune defense. The course investigates the structure and mechanisms of human body’s three lines of immune defense. Protection from microorganisms and parasites, and cancer surveillance are considered. The role of immunity in vaccination and transplantation, and mechanisms of immune malfunction in allergy, autoimmunity, and immunodeficiency are included. (Three hours of lecture, four hours laboratory. Prereq.: BIO 369. Spring) BIO 490 Biology Keystone (.5 course) A seminar course that fulfills the AugCore 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. (Prereq.: senior biology major. Fall and Spring) SCI 490 Integrated Keystone (.5 course) The Natural Science Keystone explores the Biology connections of science with the world at large, including faith, vocation, ethics, and professional accountability. Students will reflect on science as a vocation and the philosophy of science in a global context of the interconnectedness of faith, reason, ethics, sustainability, and sociopolitical-economic situation. (Prereq.: senior biology, chemistry, or physics major; P/N for 0.5 course) BIO 495 Special Topics in Biology Courses covering special topics not otherwise covered by our other course offerings. Topics may vary. Internships and Independent Study Courses BIO 199 lnternship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. (Prereq.: BIO 151, 152. P/N only) BIO 299 Directed Study BIO 399 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. (Prereq.: BIO 253. P/N only) BIO 497 Independent Study/Research (.5 course) (Prereq.: BIO 253. P/N only) BIO 499 Independent Study/Research (Prereq.: BIO 253. P/N only) Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 81 Biopsychology Biopsychology The biopsychology major is designed to offer students an integrative perspective on the biological basis of behavior. Towards this end, students will take courses in both psychology and biology to gain exposure to a broad range of theories and research covering a variety of topics such as cognition, motor control, sensation/perception, emotion, and psychopathology. These topics will be studied at multiple levels of analysis including genetic, neural, and environmental. The biopsychology major will provide students with a strong foundation of courses in neuroscience, statistics, and chemistry. This broad training can help prepare students for careers in research, medicine, public health, education, and pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries. Biopsychology Faculty Matthew Beckman (Biology), Ralph Butkowski (Biology), David Crowe (Biology), Stacy Freiheit (Psychology), David Matz (Psychology), Dale Pederson (Biology), Bridget Robinson-Riegler (Psychology), Nancy Steblay (Psychology), Henry Yoon (Psychology). Major 13 Courses Psychology Courses: PSY 105 PSY 215 PSY 315 PSY 355 Principles of Psychology Research Methods and Statistics I Research Methods and Statistics II Biopsychology Biology Courses: BIO 151 BIO 152 BIO 253 BIO 495 Introductory Biology Ecology, Evolution and Diversity Introductory Cell Biology Neurobiology Psychology Electives (two required): PSY 299 or PSY 360 PSY 354 PSY 410 PSY 491 PSYC 322 PSYC 407 PSYC 378 PYSC 486 82 Directed Study (Research in Biopsychology Psychology Lab (two semesters) Cognitive Psychology Clinical Neuropsychology Advanced Research Seminar Sensation and Perception (StT) Seminar in Behavioral Neuroscience (St. Thomas) Psychology of Language (Macalester) Seminar in Neuropharmacology (Macalester) I Augsburg College 2010-2012 Biology Electives (two required): BIO 355 BIO 369 BIO 471 BIO 473 Biol 356 Genetics Biochemistry Advanced Cell and Molecular Biology Animal Physiology Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience (Macalester) Keystone (one required): BIO 490 Biology Keystone PSY 396/399 Internship SCI 490 Integrated Science Note: Students will need to take the CHM 105/106 or 115/116 sequence to complete the biology courses. A minimum of five courses must be from Augsburg. Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Quantitative Reasoning (QR) and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. The graduation skill in speaking (S) is met by completing COM 111 or 115. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill these skills. Transfer course policy for majors All transfer courses, including ACTC courses, must be approved in writing by the department chair(s). Only those biology and psychology courses successfully completed (2.0 or above) within the last 10 years will be considered. In general, courses that meet the transfer guidelines may only be applied to introductory or elective credit for the major. Business Administration Department of Business Administration—BUS, ACC, FIN, MIS, MKT Our mission is to prepare students for professional careers in business or for graduate studies. This preparation involves a curriculum that stresses analysis and communication, emphasizes both theory and practice, and is shaped by the needs of the business community. The department fosters close ties with the corporate community that provide a wealth of practical expertise, a variety of internship opportunities, and future job prospects. The faculty believe they can best serve both the student and the community by providing an education that is technically competent, ethically based, and socially aware. Faculty Magdalena M. Paleczny-Zapp (Chair), William M. Arden, Nora M. Braun, John C. Cerrito, Peggy M. Cerrito, C. Lee Clarke, David A. Conrad, John A. Furia, Marc D. Isaacson, Amin E. Kader, Ashok K. Kapoor, Steven J. LaFave, Laura K. Lazar, Lori L. Lohman, Rosanne E. Malevich, Marc C. McIntosh, Fekri Meziou, Milo A. Schield, David G. Schwain, Kathryn A. Schwalbe, Peter J. Stark, Stuart M. Stoller, Jennifer Grant General Requirements Majors The Department of Business Administration offers seven majors: business administration (BUS), accounting (ACC), finance (FIN), international business (BUS), management (BUS), management information systems (MIS), and marketing (MKT—day program only). Specializations Specializations provide students majoring in a field of study the opportunity to deepen their knowledge of a particular aspect of this major area. Within the business administration major there are two specializations: marketing (WEC only) and music business. Within the accounting major there are three specializations: general accounting, public accounting, and managerial accounting. Minors Minors provide students the opportunity to study and obtain a professional credential in an area of study that is in addition to their major. Minors are available to students majoring in fields outside the Department of Business Administration, in addition to students majoring in other areas in the Department of Business Administration. The Department of Business Administration offers six minors: business administration, international business, music business, accounting, management information systems, and marketing. Certificate Programs Certificate programs in the Department of Business Administration are designed to meet the needs of working people looking for specific skills to help them in their job, or to pursue a new career. The department offers certificates in information technology, business management, and business finance through the Weekend College program. Certificate requirements are listed in management, finance, and management information system sections of the catalog. Transfer Students Transfer students must complete at least four of the upper division courses required in the major at Augsburg, or at least three courses in the minor, or obtain an exemption from the department. Transfer courses must be approved by the department. Courses taken more than 10 years ago will not be accepted. Advising Students who plan to major in business administration, accounting, finance, international business, management, MIS, or marketing are strongly encouraged to select a departmental adviser who teaches in their major. This should be done by the end of the sophomore year at the latest. In addition to advising, departmental faculty can counsel majors on their careers, assist majors in obtaining internships or jobs, and provide letters of recommendation for prospective employers or graduate programs. Internships Students are strongly encouraged to work with the Strommen Career and Internship Center and department faculty to obtain an internship (BUS/ACC/FIN/INS/MIS/MKT 399) during their junior or senior year. Internships can provide students with experience that may be valuable in competing for jobs after graduation. Advisers should be consulted about internships. Study Abroad The Department of Business Administration faculty actively support international study. For additional details, see the section on International Partners under International Studies in this catalog, or consult the departmental coordinator and/or the department administrator, for international business or other overseas opportunities. Entrepreneurship Non-business majors are encouraged to take BUS 254 Entrepreneurship. Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 83 Business Administration Business Administration— BUS The major in business administration prepares students for professional careers in business administration or for graduate studies. The two specializations within this major share a common business core. This common core provides students with a broad foundation so they can readily adapt to internal changes in interests and goals and to external changes in circumstances and opportunities. Degree and Major Requirements Business Core Seven courses including: ACC 221 Introduction to Financial Accounting ACC 222 Introduction to Managerial Accounting BUS 242 Principles of Management or BUS 200 Exploring Business as a Vocation ECO 113 Principles of Microeconomics FIN 331 Financial Management MIS 260 Problem Solving for Business MKT 252 Principles of Marketing Note: All business majors are encouraged to take KEY 490 Vocation and the Meaning of Success to fulfill the Augsburg Core Curriculum Senior Keystone Requirement. (See course description under Augsburg Core Curriculum.) Specialization in Music Business Business Core* plus eight courses: MUS 105 The Music Business MUS/BUS 245 Arts Management and Concert Promotion MUS/BUS 399 Internship ECO 112 Principles of Macroeconomics One additional music business elective (1.0 credit taken at Augsburg or MSCM) 3 MUS credits or 2 MUS credits and 1 MUE credit, selected from: (2 credits must be in residence at Augsburg) MUS 101 Materials of Music I MUS 111 Aural Skills I MUS 102 Materials of Music II MUS 112 Aural Skills II MUS 130 Intro to Music and the Fine Arts MUS 220 Worlds of Music MUS 241 History of Jazz (other MUS courses as approved by adviser) *Music business majors may substitute BUS 254 in place of BUS 242 or 200. Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Quantitative Reasoning (QR), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the 84 I Augsburg College 2010-2012 business administration major, music business specialization. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Specialization in Marketing (Weekend College students only) Business core plus five courses: ECO 112 BUS 264 or BUS 379 Principles of Macroeconomics Statistical Literacy for Managers Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics MKT 352 Marketing Research MKT 355 Marketing Communications or MKT 357 Advertising MKT 450 Marketing Management Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Quantitative Reasoning (QR), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the business administration major, marketing specialization. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Combined Major in Business Administration and Economics Eleven courses including: ACC 221 ACC 222 BUS 242 or BUS 200 MKT 252 BUS 379 Introduction to Financial Accounting Introduction to Managerial Accounting Principles of Management Exploring Business as a Vocation Principles of Marketing Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics or FIN 331 Financial Management and one other upper division business administration, accounting, finance, MIS or marketing course. ECO 112 Principles of Macroeconomics ECO 113 Principles of Microeconomics ECO 312 Intermediate Macroeconomics ECO 313 Intermediate Microeconomics and one other upper division economics course Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Quantitative Reasoning (QR), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the combined major in business administration and economics. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Minor in Business Administration Six courses including: ACC 221 and 222, BUS 242 or 200, ECO 112 or 113, FIN 331 or BUS 264 or 379, MKT 252. Other configurations may be Business Administration permitted with the approval of the department chair. Minor in Music Business BUS 264 Statistical Literacy for Managers 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. Focus on communicating results in a form that facilitates decisions by non-quantitative managers. Attention to alternate choices, sub-optimization, and unanticipated consequences. Optional topics include process control, six-sigma, data mining, and dashboard metrics. (Prereq.: MPG 3 and MIS 260 or equivalent. WEC and evening schedule: Additional evening sessions are required.) Eight courses including: MUS/BUS 105, ECO 113, MIS 260, ACC 221, MUS/BUS 399, and one of the following: MUS/BUS 245, BUS 254, plus two additional music course credits beyond MUS 105 and MUS 399 (maximum of 1 credit in MUE and/or MUP courses). This minor is a collaborative program between the music and business departments. The minor is a course of study designed both for the music major desiring additional preparation in business and for the non-music major interested in pursuing a career in the music industry. Departmental Honors To complete departmental honors in Business Administration, students whould consult with the department chair. Business Administration Courses BUS 200 Exploring Business as a Vocation 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. BUS 242 Principles of Management 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. BUS 295 Topics Lectures, discussions, meetings with members of the staff or visiting faculty regarding research methodology and readings in the areas of business administration. (Prereq.: consent of instructor) BUS 301 Business Law Legal rules relating to contracts, agency, negotiable instruments, property, and business organizations under the Uniform Commercial Code. (Prereq.: Pass CT assessment or GST 100) BUS 340 Human Resource Management 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. (Prereq.: BUS 242 or BUS 200) BUS/MUS 245 Arts Management and Concert Promotion A study of the role of the artist manager in career development and the role of the arts administrator in the management of performing arts projects and organizations. Factors affecting trends and earnings, challenges within the industry, and differentiation between the for-profit and non-profit sectors are discussed. Emphasis is placed on developing a working vocabulary of industry topics and in benefiting from practical field experience. (Prereq.: BUS/MUS 105) BUS 254 Entrepreneurship 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. BUS 362 International Business 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 (Prereq.: ECO 112 or 113, and BUS 242 or BUS 200 or MKT 252 and ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111) BUS 379 Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics How to read and interpret data to make better business decisions. Topics include descriptive statistics (emphasis on confounding and conditional reasoning) and statistical inference (confidence intervals and statistical significance). Software used is either Minitab or Excel. (Prereq.: MIS 260 and either MPG 3 or completion of MAT 171. Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 85 Business Administration WEC and evening schedule: Additional sessions are required, usually on a weekday evening.) BUS 440 Strategic Management Concepts and principles related to long-range planning. Taught from a managerial viewpoint with examples from various industries and sectors. (Prereq.: BUS 242 or BUS 200) BUS 465 International Management This course analyzes several factors influencing behavior in the workplace and the board room, including skills needed to manage across national borders. (Prereq.: ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111 and BUS 242 or 200; BUS 362 recommended.) BUS 479 Intermediate Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics Advanced modeling using computer software. Specific topics may include multivariate modeling PATH analysis, Monte Carlo simulations, queuing models, and ANOVA. (Prereq.: BUS 379. On demand) BUS 495 Topics Lectures, discussions, meetings with members of the staff or visiting faculty regarding research methodology and current national and international business problems and policies. (Prereq.: consent of instructor) Internships and Independent Study Courses: 86 BUS 299 Directed Study See description on page 65. BUS 399 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. BUS 499 Independent Study/Research See description on page 65. I Augsburg College 2010-2012 Accounting Accounting—ACC The major in accounting prepares students for professional careers in a wide variety of accounting-related positions. This major has two tracks: general accounting and professional accounting. The general accounting specialization is adequate for a wide variety of positions. The professional accounting track includes two specializations: public accounting and managerial accounting. The public accounting specialization is recommended for positions with CPA firms. The managerial accounting specialization is recommended for positions with large or rapidly-growing companies. The two professional specializations relate to two professional designations: the CPA and the CMA. A certified public accountant (CPA) focuses on external reporting; a certified management accountant (CMA) focuses on internal reporting. The public accounting specialization includes the materials emphasized on the CPA exam; the managerial specialization includes the materials emphasized on the CMA exam. Both the CPA and CMA designation have an experience requirement in addition to passing the national exam. Under the rules of the Minnesota State Board of Accountancy, accounting majors in the public accounting specialization are qualified to sit for the CPA examination after graduation. Effective May 2006, students will need to complete the equivalent of 150 semester hours of education to be licensed as Certified Public Accountants (CPAs). This can be completed in four years through accelerated undergraduate work. Another option is to complete a four-year bachelor’s degree plus a master’s degree. Degree and Major Requirements Accounting Major Business Core Requirements Seven courses including: ACC 221 ACC 222 BUS 242 or BUS 200 ECO 113 FIN 331 MIS 260 MKT 252 Introduction to Financial Accounting Introduction to Managerial Accounting Principles of Management Exploring Business as a Vocation Principles of Microeconomics Financial Management Problem Solving for Business Principles of Marketing Required Accounting Courses Seven courses including: ECO 112 BUS 301 BUS 379 ACC 322 Principles of Macroeconomics Business Law Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics Accounting Theory and Practice I ACC 323 Accounting Theory and Practice II ACC 324 Managerial Cost Accounting ACC 425 Advanced Accounting Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Quantitative Reasoning (QR), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Note: All business majors are encouraged to take KEY 490 Vocation and the Meaning of Success to fulfill the Augsburg Core Curriculum Senior Keystone requirement. (See course description under Augsburg Core Curriculum.) Specialization in General Accounting No additional courses required. Specialization in Public Accounting Accounting core plus: ACC 326 Tax Accounting; ACC 423 Auditing. Specialization in Managerial Accounting Accounting core plus ACC 424 Internal Audit and Management Consulting or ECO 318 Management Science and MIS 375 Management Information Systems in the Organization. Joint B.A. 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 weekend schedule. Please refer to the MAL program catalog for a complete list of course offerings. It is recommended that the students meet with an accounting adviser to create an effective plan for successful completion of the five-year program. Requirements: 1. Students must apply for admission to the MAL program at the end of their junior year. The application process includes: submission of a completed application form, three letters of recommendation (two from professors and one from an employer), a personal statement, an example of writing in an academic paper, a GPA of at least 3.30, and an interview with a three-person panel from the MAL program. 2. Students must also have faculty endorsement from the accounting program. 3. Students must complete at least one year of accounting work experience (either a job or internship) by the time Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 87 Accounting BUS 379 or MAT 163 or 373, MKT 252, or consent of instructor) they graduate from the MAL program. Program Coordinator: Stu Stoller Minor in Accounting Six courses including: ACC 221, 222; FIN 331 or ACC 324; ACC 322, 323 and one of the following: MIS 260, BUS 379, ECO 112, or 113. This minor is recommended for majors in MIS and finance. ACC 326 Tax Accounting The more common and important provisions of planning and compliance for income taxes. (Prereq.: ACC 221, FIN 331, ECO 112, 113, or consent of instructor) ACC 423 Auditing Internal and external auditing procedures. Emphasis on the CPA’s role to form the basis of opinion on a set of financial statements. (Prereq.: ACC 323 and ENL 111 or 112, or HON 111) Accounting Courses 88 ACC 221 Introduction to Financial Accounting Introduction to business activities, basic concepts and fundamentals of accounting, the accounting cycle, and preparation of financial statements. ACC 222 Introduction to Managerial Accounting A continuation of ACC 221. Introduction to cost accounting for manufacturing. Basic concepts and fundamentals of managerial accounting, planning and controlling processes, decisionmaking, and behavioral considerations. (Prereq.: ACC 221) ACC 295 Topics Lectures, discussions, meetings with members of the staff or visiting faculty regarding research methodology, and readings in the areas of business administration. (Prereq.: consent of instructor) ACC 322 Accounting Theory and Practice I 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. (Prereq.: ACC 222) ACC 323 Accounting Theory and Practice II 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. (Prereq.: ACC 322) ACC 324 Managerial Cost Accounting 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. (Prereq.: ACC 221, 222, BUS 242 or BUS 200, I Augsburg College 2010-2012 ACC 424 Internal Audit and Management Consulting To incorporate and learn the techniques of creating a controlled and effective management environment. Students work with companies to help solve problems or implement projects. (Prereq.: ECO 113, ACC 221, 222, BUS 242 or BUS 200, BUS 379 or MAT 163 or 373, FIN 331, MIS 260 or 270, MKT 252, and ENL 111 or 112, or HON 111) ACC 425 Advanced Accounting Accounting for business combinations, consolidations, governmental accounting, partnership accounting, and fund accounting. (Prereq.: ACC 323) ACC 495 Topics Lectures, discussions, meetings with members of the staff or visiting faculty regarding research methodology, and current national and international business problems and policies. (Prereq.: consent of instructor) Internships and Independent Study Courses: ACC 199 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. ACC 299 Directed Study See description on page 65. ACC 399 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. ACC 499 Independent Study/Research See description on page 65. Finance Finance—FIN The finance major prepares students for professional careers in corporate finance and the financial services industry. Besides careers in the finance/accounting area in all businesses large and small, this major leads to careers in banking, brokerages, insurance, and investment banking. Courses focus on financial theory and practice, investments, accounting theory, money and banking, and international finance. Students are encouraged to complete an internship prior to graduation. Proficiency in the use of spreadsheets such as Excel is expected. Coursework provides a foundation for graduate school and professional career examinations such as the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), conducted by the CFA Institute. Degree and Major Requirements Finance Major description under Augsburg Core Curriculum.) Business Finance Certificate Program The Business Finance Certificate provides students with the knowledge needed to pursue positions in the banking or brokerage industry, provides basic background for Series 6, 7, 63 examinations and will partially meet requirements for the Level I CFA examination. It is designed for students who want to supplement a previously obtained bachelor’s degree or who are looking to enhance skills in their current job or to pursue a new career. The Business Finance Certificate is available to non-finance majors and is available through the Weekend College program. The certificate consists of six courses: ECO 112, ACC 221, FIN 331, 433, 438, and ECO 315. Students are required to be in math placement group 3. They must also have a background in computer skills (especially spreadsheets), or take MIS 260 before admission to the certificate program. Students must achieve a minimum 2.00 grade point average in all Business Finance Certificate courses. Finance Core Requirements Finance Courses Seven courses including: FIN 240 Personal Finance Introduction to personal financial planning and budgeting, credit management, income taxes, insurance, real estate, investments, retirement, and estate planning. (This course is typically offered online in the summer.) ACC 221 ACC 222 BUS 242 or BUS 200 ECO 113 FIN 331 MIS 260 MKT 252 Introduction to Financial Accounting Introduction to Managerial Accounting Principles of Management Exploring Business as a Vocation Principles of Microeconomics Financial Management Problem Solving for Business Principles of Marketing FIN 331 Financial Management This course includes financial statement analysis, risk and return, security valuation, capital budgeting, capital structure, and working capital management. (Prereq.: ECO 112 or ECO 113, ACC 221, and MPG 3. This course is also offered as an online option in summer.) Required Finance Courses Eight courses including: ECO 112 BUS 301 BUS 379 ACC 322 FIN 433 FIN 438 FIN 460 ECO 315 Principles of Macroeconomics Business Law Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics Accounting Theory and Practice I Financial Theory: Policy and Practice Investment Theory International Finance Money and Banking Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Quantitative Reasoning (QR), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Note: Finance majors are encouraged to take KEY 490 Vocation and the Meaning of Success to fulfill the Augsburg Core Curriculum Senior Keystone requirement. (See course FIN 433 Financial Theory: Policy and Practice 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. (Prereq.: FIN 331) FIN 438 Investment Theory This is an introduction to investment decisionmaking and portfolio management-theory and practice. Other topics include valuation principles and practices, risk and return analysis, and derivatives. (Prereq.: FIN 331 and ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111) Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 89 Finance 90 FIN 460 International Finance 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. (Prereq.: FIN 331) I Augsburg College 2010-2012 International Business— BUS The objective of the international business major is to prepare students for the increasingly competitive and interdependent international business world with which they must cope. There is great and growing need for American graduates to be better informed about how to compete and do business outside the U.S. as well as in the U.S. market where much of their competition is from foreign firms. Students will learn about business transactions between and within countries, the laws and logistics of international trade, and investments made in foreign markets. Knowledge of other cultures is crucial to being a successful international business person. Besides your studies in business, finance, banking, and the like, you will also learn about different cultures and societies. A major in international business will lead you to exciting careers in a global context. ded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the international business major. Transfer students must consult an advisor about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Minor in International Business Six courses including: ECO 112 or 113; ACC 221; BUS 242 or 200 or MKT 252, and three courses in international business (one may be in international economics). Students should consult the area coordinator concerning acceptable alternatives in international economics. International Business Courses BUS 362 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 (Prereq.: ECO 112 or 113, and BUS 242 or BUS 200 or MKT 252 and ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111) BUS 465 This course analyzes several factors influencing behavior in the workplace and the board room, including skills needed to manage across national borders. (Prereq.: ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111 and BUS 242 or 200. BUS 362 recommended). MKT 466 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. (Prereq.: MKT 252). Degree and Major Requirements International Business Major Business Core Requirements Seven courses including: ACC 221 ACC 222 BUS 242 or BUS 200 ECO 113 FIN 331 MIS 260 MKT 252 Introduction to Financial Accounting Introduction to Managerial Accounting Principles of Management Exploring Business as a Vocation Principles of Microeconomics Financial Management Problem Solving for Business Principles of Marketing Required International Business Courses Six courses including: ECO 112 BUS 264 or BUS 379 Principles of Macroeconomics Statistical Literacy for Managers Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics BUS 362 International Business BUS 465 International Management MKT 466 International Marketing And one additional upper division course in either international business or international economics. Students must also complete three semesters of a foreign language (or equivalent). The language requirement may be waived for international students. Contact the international business coordinator for details on language equivalents or other configurations. Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Quantitative Reasoning (QR), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embed- Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 91 Management—BUS The major in management prepares the student for a wide variety of careers in supervision and senior management. Peter Drucker once commented that effective management is probably the main resource of developed countries and the most needed resource of developing ones. The role of a manager is to guide the organization and its employees toward the accomplishment of goals. The skills developed in the study of this major are applicable in businesses of any size and in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors. In addition to the general business core courses, students take courses in human resources, strategy, international management, project management and/or quantitative methods of management. Degree and Major Requirements Management Major previously learned skills, change or explore a new career, or increase their value in the job market. It is available through the Weekend College program. Students may begin by completing the Business Management Certificate Program and continue on to complete a bachelor’s degree in management. The certificate consists of five courses: BUS 242, 340, 440, 465, and one of the following: BUS 254, MIS 376, or ECO 318. Management Courses BUS 340 Human Resource Management 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. (Prereq.: BUS 242 or 200). BUS 440 Strategic Management Concepts and principles related to long-range planning. Taught from a managerial viewpoint with examples from various industries and sectors. (Prereq.: BUS 242 or BUS 200). Business Core Requirements Seven courses including: ACC 221 ACC 222 BUS 242 or BUS 200 ECO 113 FIN 331 MKT 252 MIS 260 Introduction to Financial Accounting Introduction to Managerial Accounting Principles of Management Exploring Business as a Vocation Principles of Microeconomics Financial Management Principles of Marketing Problem Solving for Business Required Management Courses: Six courses including: ECO 112 BUS 264 or BUS 379 BUS 340 BUS 440 BUS 465 MIS 376 or ECO 318 Principles of Macroeconomics Statistical Literacy for Managers Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics Human Resource Management Strategic Management International Management Project Management Management Science Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Quantitative Reasoning (QR), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the management major. Transfer students must consult an advisor about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Business Management Certificate Program The Business Management Certificate Program is designed for students who want to add to a current degree, update 92 I Augsburg College 2010-2012 BUS 465 International Management This course analyzes several factors influencing behavior in the workplace and the board room, including skills needed to manage across national borders. (Prereq.: ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111 and BUS 242 or 200. BUS 362 recommended). Management Information Systems Management Information Systems—MIS The major in management information systems prepares students for professional careers in information systems such as application developer, business systems analyst, IT consultant, or project manager. MIS studies information systems as both a resource and a tool for decision-making. Students learn to analyze and evaluate existing systems and to design and develop new systems. MIS is an extensive major (16 courses) and includes courses from computer science, mathematics, economics, business, accounting, finance, and marketing as well as from MIS. Degree and Major Requirements Management Information Systems Major Business Core Requirements Seven courses including: ACC 221 ACC 222 BUS 242 or BUS 200 ECO 113 FIN 331 MIS 260 MKT 252 Introduction to Financial Accounting Introduction to Managerial Accounting Principles of Management Exploring Business as a Vocation Principles of Microeconomics Financial Management Problem Solving for Business Principles of Marketing Required MIS Courses these skills. Note: All business majors are encouraged to take KEY 490 Vocation and the Meaning of Success to fulfill the Augsburg Core Curriculum Senior Keystone Requirement. (See course description under Augsburg Core Curriculum.) Minor in MIS Six courses including: MIS 260, ACC 221, MIS 375, ECO 113, BUS 242 or 200 or MKT 252, and MIS 376 or ECO 318. Information Technology Certificate The Information Technology (IT) Certificate program is comprised of six courses, which are part of the Management Information Systems (MIS) degree program. Non-degree seeking students can complete these six courses to earn the certificate. The certificate is available through the Weekend College program. Students who do not have a degree are eligible to go on with their studies to complete the bachelor’s degree in MIS. The six certificate courses are: MIS 260, 270, 375, 376, CSC 160 and CSC 240. Students can vary the order of courses taken. However, MIS 260 should be the first MIS course, and CSC 160 should be the first CSC course taken. Students are required to meet a math proficiency level of MPG 3 prior to entering this program. MIS Courses MIS 260 Problem Solving for Business 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. (Prereq.: MPG 3) Six courses including: BUS 264 Statistical Literacy for Managers or BUS 379 Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics MIS 270 Data Management for Business MIS 375 Management Information Systems in the Organization MIS 376 Project Management MIS 475 Systems Analysis and Design MIS 476 Information Systems Projects MIS 270 Data Management for Business Introduces the concepts of data modeling, database structures, and relational databases. (Prereq.: MPG 3) Three required supporting courses: MIS 295 Topics Lectures, discussions, meetings with members of the staff or visiting faculty regarding research methodology and readings in the area of management information systems. MIS 375 Management Information Systems in the Organization Broad understanding of using information systems to support organizational objectives. Topics include strategic planning and uses of information systems, business process analysis, and understanding of the components in a technol- CSC 160 CSC 170 or CSC 240 MAT 171 Introduction to Computer Science Structured Programming Introduction to Networking and Communications Discrete Math for Computing Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Quantitative Reasoning (QR), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 93 Management Information Systems ogy architecture. (Prereq.: BUS 242 or BUS 200 or MKT 252, ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111, and pass CT assessment or GST 100) MIS 376 Project Management 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. (Prereq.: MIS 260) MIS 475 Systems Analysis and Design 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. (Prereq.: MIS 260, 270, and 375) MIS 476 Information Systems Projects Skills developed in previous courses are used to complete an actual project of systems analysis and design. (Prereq.: MIS 260, 270, 375, 376, and 475) MIS 495 Topics Lectures, discussions, and meetings with members of the staff or visiting faculty regarding research methodology and current problems and policies. (Prereq.: consent of instructor) Internships and Independent Study Courses: 94 MIS 199 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. MIS 299 Directed Study See description on page 65. MIS 399 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. MIS 499 Independent Study/Research See description on page 65. I Augsburg College 2010-2012 Marketing Marketing—MKT Minor in Marketing The marketing major prepares students for professional careers in a wide variety of marketing functions within both business and not-for-profit organizations. Career avenues include marketing research, product management, marketing communications (e.g., advertising, public relations, sales promotion), and sales. Marketing courses focus on integrating both theory and practical applications, with an emphasis on hands-on projects. Augsburg’s metropolitan location makes it easy for marketing students to complete marketing plans, research studies, and other projects for leading Twin Cities companies and not-for-profit organizations. MKT 252, MKT 355 or MKT 357, MKT 352, and two additional marketing courses. This minor is recommended for anyone who wishes to further their knowledge of the marketing field. Five courses including: Marketing Courses MKT 252 Principles of Marketing 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. Degree and Major Requirements Marketing Major Business Core Requirements MKT 350 Consumer Behavior 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. (Prereq.: MKT 252 or consent of instructor) Seven courses including: ACC 221 ACC 222 BUS 242 or BUS 200 ECO 113 FIN 331 MIS 260 MKT 252 Introduction to Financial Accounting Introduction to Managerial Accounting Principles of Management Exploring Business as a Vocation Principles of Microeconomics Financial Management Problem Solving for Business Principles of Marketing MKT 352 Marketing Research and Analysis Research process as an aid to decision making. Emphasis on development of research proposal, methodology, and collection and analysis of data. (Prereq.: MKT 252, BUS 379 or 264, or consent of instructor. For non-business majors: An alternative to BUS 379 is another introductory statistics course with consent of instructor. Augsburg statistics courses that will automatically fulfill the BUS 264 or 379 prerequisite for non-business majors are MAT 163, SOC 362, or PSY 215.) Required Marketing Courses Eight courses including: ECO 112 Principles of Macroeconomics BUS 264 Statistical Literacy for Managers or BUS 379 Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics BUS 301 Business Law MKT 352 Marketing Research and Analysis MKT 450 Marketing Management MKT 466 International Marketing MKT 350 Consumer Behavior or MKT 354 Sales Management MKT 355 Marketing Communications or MKT 357 Advertising Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Quantitative Reasoning (QR), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Note: All business majors are encouraged to take KEY 490 Vocation and the Meaning of Success to fulfill the Augsburg Core Curriculum Senior Keystone requirement. (See course description under Augsburg Core Curriculum.) MKT 354 Sales Management 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. (Prereq.: MKT 252 or consent of instructor) MKT 355 Marketing Communications Integration of advertising, public relations, sales promotion design, evaluation, and personal selling into a coherent promotion mix. (Prereq.: MKT 252) Note: Either MKT 355 or 357 can be taken for graduation credit, but not both. Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 95 Marketing MKT 357 Advertising Introduction to print, broadcast, and Webbased advertising and promotion as important elements in modern marketing and communications. Note: Either MKT 355 or 357 can be taken for graduation credit, but not both. MKT 450 Marketing Management Application of marketing concepts to day-today strategies and long-term planning issues; development and implementation of marketing plans. (Prereq.: MKT 252, MKT 352, MKT 355 or 357, ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111, and pass CT assessment or GST 100, or consent of instructor) MKT 466 International Marketing 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. (Prereq.: MKT 252) MKT 495 Topics Lectures, discussions, meetings with members of the staff or visiting faculty regarding research methodology and current national and international business problems and policies. (Prereq.: consent of instructor) Internships and Independent Study Courses: 96 MKT 199 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. MKT 299 Directed Study See description on page 65. MKT 399 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. MKT 499 Independent Study/Research See description on page 65. I Augsburg College 2010-2012 Chemistry Chemistry—CHM Chemistry is the science that examines and works toward understanding changes in matter. Chemistry has been described as the central science because matter includes the entire physical world, such as the things we use, the food we eat, and even ourselves. Correlating the insights of chemistry with physics, mathematics, and molecular biology opens vistas that excite and offer opportunities to benefit the entire world. Chemists as scientists must be knowledgeable in fact and theory for solving scientific problems and also capable of providing a public understanding of their work, including potential problems as well as benefits. Chemists as people must be broadly educated in order to understand themselves and their society. The liberal arts as offered in the general education curriculum is imperative if a chemist is to be both truly human and truly scientific. Augsburg’s chemistry department is approved by the American Chemical Society (ACS) and offers a chemistry major that meets the chemistry background required by many fields. Consonant with these ideals, the Department of Chemistry has established the following objectives to help its students develop into mature scientists: • To provide a course of study of sufficient rigor and depth to enable our graduates who complete our ACS chemistry major to compete successfully with their peers of similar ability in graduate school or research positions, as well as professional goals other than traditional positions as chemists. • To provide an atmosphere of learning so that students will want to remain lifelong learners, thereby remaining competent in their field, however that may change after graduation, and be able to move into new areas as opportunities arise. • To encourage students to take a broad view of their education and to integrate outside study areas with the sciences. • To present the excitement of chemistry to non-science majors as an example of the methodology of the natural sciences in examining the world around us. The presentation of major concepts underlying the changes in matter, the opportunity to examine change in the physical world, and the reflection of the implications and limitations of science in our society will enhance the ability of non-science persons to make better value judgments concerning science questions in their own endeavors. Chemistry Faculty Joan C. Kunz (Chair), Ron L. Fedie, Vivian Feng, Arlin E. Gyberg, David R. Hanson, John L. Lewin, Sandra L. Olmsted Degree and Major Requirements Bachelor of Arts Major in Chemistry CHM 115, 116 or CHM 105, 106 CHM 351, 352 CHM 353 CHM 361 CHM 363 CHM 491 General Chemistry I, II Principles of Chemistry I, II Organic Chemistry I, II Quantitative Analytical Chemistry Physical Chemistry I Physical Chemistry Laboratory I Chemistry Seminar (four semesters) One course in biochemistry and one additional course from: CHM 364 CHM 367 CHM 464 CHM 481 CHM 482 CHM 470 Physical Chemistry II Properties of Polymers Advanced Organic Chemistry Advanced Analytical Chemistry Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Principles of Medicinal Chemistry Also required: PHY 121, 122 MAT 145, 146 General Physics I, II Calculus I, II Because upper division courses have mathematics and physics prerequisites, students should plan to take MAT 145, 146 in the first year and PHY 121, 122 in the sophomore year. Teaching Licensure in Physical Science The State of Minnesota has specific licensing requirements for teachers that may differ slightly in emphasis from the Augsburg major requirements. The state requirements may also be subject to change after publication of this catalog. Students therefore should consult with the Augsburg Department of Education to identify current Minnesota teacher licensure requirements. Chemistry for Pre-Professional Students Pre-medical students should plan to take at least three courses (and usually more) in biology. Other pre-health and pre-professional students (physician assistant, pharmacy, engineering, etc.—see pre-professional program listings in the Academic Information section) should consult the chemistry department for assistance in course planning early in their college careers. Bachelor of Science American Chemical Society Approved Major CHM 115, 116 or CHM 105, 106 CHM 351, 352 CHM 353 CHM 361, 363 CHM 364, 365 CHM 464 General Chemistry I, II Principles of Chemistry I, II Organic Chemistry I, II Quantitative Analytical Chemistry Physical Chemistry and Laboratory I Physical Chemistry and Laboratory II Advanced Organic Chemistry Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 97 Chemistry use of computers and electronic sensors. (Three one-hour lectures, one three-hour laboratory. QF course. Prereq.: MPG 3) CHM 481 Advanced Analytical Chemistry CHM 482 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry One course in biochemistry One course from: CHM 367 CHM 470 CHM 495 Properties of Polymers Principles of Medicinal Chemistry Topics in Chemistry SCI 111 Natural Science II The second semester of a two-semester survey of natural science. This course focuses on major concepts of earth science and biology. Laboratory work will complement lectures and will include the use of computers and electronic sensors. (Three one-hour lectures, one threehour laboratory. Prereq.: SCI 110) Also required are: CHM 491 Chemistry Seminar (four semesters) MAT 145, 146, 245 Calculus I, II, III PHY 121, 122 General Physics I, II (should be taken in sophomore year) Recommended: Modern Physics, additional mathematics, research experience, and computer proficiency. CHM 102 Chemistry for Changing Times 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. CHM 102 includes a laboratory experience. (Prereq.: MPG 2) General Education Accommodation BS chemistry majors are allowed a two-course reduction in the general education program. See Graduation Requirements modification section of this catalog. Graduation Skills The Critical Thinking (CT), Quantitative Reasoning (QR), and Writing (W) graduation skills are embedded throughout the chemistry major for both BA and BS degrees. ENL 111 should be taken in the first year. The Speaking (S) skill is met through COM 115 (or COM 111) and further developed in upper division chemistry courses. CHM 105 Principles of Chemistry I Topics in this course include an introduction to matter, chemical change, chemical reactions, chemical bonding and energetics. The sequence, CHM 105, 106, is designed for students who have not studied chemistry in high school or who are less confident about their background in chemistry. Students may go into CHM 351 or 353 from CHM 106 and major in chemistry. (Three hours of lecture, one three-hour laboratory. Prereq.: MPG 2. and concurrent registration with MAT 105, or MPG 3. Fall) Departmental Honors Full ACS major; GPA of 3.50 in chemistry, mathematics, and physics and 3.0 over-all; one course or summer of approved research; participation in seminar. Minor CHM 106 Principles of Chemistry II CHM 106 is a continuation of CHM 105 with emphasis upon equilibrium, kinetics, and the chemistry of the elements. (Three hours of lecture, one three-hour laboratory. QF course. Prereq.: CHM 105, MPG 3. Spring) Five courses that must include: CHM 105, 106 or CHM 115, 116, CHM 353, and any two other chemisty courses above 300. At least one of the 300level courses must be taken at Augsburg. Note: Credit will not be granted for both CHM 105 and 115, or for both CHM 106 and 116. Other restrictions are in the course descriptions. CHM 115 General Chemistry I An intensive course for pre-medical students and future chemists. Includes chemical equations and calculations, energetics, and bonding theory with examples from inorganic chemistry. (Three one-hour lectures, one three-hour laboratory. QF course. Prereq.: high school chemistry, MPG 4. Fall) Chemistry Courses Any course taken as a prerequisite for another course, including the first course in a two-term sequence, must be completed with a grade of P, or 2.0 or higher. 98 SCI 110 Natural Science I The first semester of a two-semester survey of natural science. This course focuses on the nature of science and major concepts of physics and chemistry. Laboratory work stressing experimentation and measurement will include the I Augsburg College 2010-2012 CHM 116 General Chemistry II A continuation of Chemistry 115. Emphasis on equilibrium and solution chemistry including kinetics and electrochemistry. (Three one-hour lectures, one three-hour laboratory. QF course. Prereq.: CHM 115. Spring) Chemistry CHM 351, 352 Organic Chemistry I, II 352, 361. Spring, alternate years) Important classes of organic compounds with special emphasis on mechanisms and multi-step synthesis. Descriptive material is correlated by means of modern theories of chemical bonds, energy relationships, and reaction mechanisms. (Three one-hour lectures, one four-hour laboratory. Prereq.: CHM 106 or 116. Fall: CHM 351; spring: CHM 352) CHM 353 Quantitative Analytical Chemistry 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. (Three hours of lecture, one four-hour laboratory. QA course. Prereq.: CHM 106 or 116. MPG 3. Fall) CHM 361 Physical Chemistry I Covers three of the basic theoretical concepts of chemistry: thermodynamics, quantum mechanics, and statistical mechanics. (Three one-hour lectures. Prereq.: CHM 106 or 116; MAT 145, 146; PHY 121, 122; pass CT assessment or GST 100. Fall) CHM 363 Physical Chemistry Laboratory I Physical Chemistry Laboratory introduces students to techniques of data collection and experimental application of concepts presented in physical chemistry lecture. CHM 363 is to be taken in the fall and involves experiments related to CHM 361. (Two two-hour lab periods. Prereq.: CHM 361 or concurrent registration, and ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111. Fall) (.5 course) CHM 364 Physical Chemistry II Covers the fundamentals of the chemical kinetics as well as the concepts studied in CHM 361 applied to areas of solutions, molecular structure, spectroscopy, surfaces, diffraction techniques, and macromolecules. (Three one-hour lectures. Prereq.: CHM 361. Spring) CHM 464 Advanced Organic Chemistry Laboratory work is organized around the problems of identifying organic compounds. Lecture topics include theory and structure-spectra correlations for IR, UV, NMR, and mass spectroscopy; use of the literature, and advanced topics in organic synthesis. (Three hours of lecture, six hours of laboratory. Prereq.: CHM 352, 353, 361 or consent of instructor. Fall) CHM 470 Principles of Medicinal Chemistry Medicinal chemistry examines the organic chemistry of drug design and drug action. Students study the mechanisms of drug transport across biological membranes, absorption, distribution, and drug excretion; the relationship between structure and activity; molecular recognition process in drug-receptor interactions; enzyme mechanisms; and the metabolic pathways by which drugs are detoxified. Also studied are the concepts used in the design of therapeutic substances. (Prereq.: CHM 352. A course in biochemistry is recommended. Spring, alternate years) CHM 481 Advanced Analytical Chemistry Emphasis on instrumental methods of analysis. Atomic, molecular, and electron spectroscopy, radiochemical, chromatography, thermal, and electroanalytical methods are covered. (Three hours of lecture, one four-and-one-half hour laboratory. Prereq.: CHM 353, 361 or consent of instructor. Spring) CHM 482 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Correlation of inorganic reactions using electrostatic and molecular orbital models. Reactivity and bonding in coordination, cluster, and organometallic compounds are considered. The laboratory consists of preparations using a variety of techniques. (Three one-hour lectures, one three-hour laboratory. Prereq.: CHM 352, 361 or consent of instructor. Spring) CHM 365 Physical Chemistry Laboratory II (.5 course) CHM 491 Chemistry Seminar CHM 365 is to be taken the second semester and involves experiments relating to CHM 364. (One four-hour lab period. Prereq.: CHM 364 or concurrent registration. Spring) This seminar, which has no course credit, 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. CHM 367 Properties of Polymers Presents polymer chemistry as an interdisciplinary chemistry relying on the organic, analytical, and physical chemistry prerequisites to unfold the details of macromolecules. (Prereq.: CHM (.0 course) CHM 495 Topics in Chemistry Study of a specific area building upon inorganic, analytical, physical, and organic chemistry. Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 99 Chemistry CHM 497 Introduction to Chemistry Research 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. (Prereq.: junior or senior standing) Internships and Independent Study Courses: 100 CHM 199 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. CHM 299 Directed Study See description on page 65. CHM 399 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. CHM 499 Independent Study/Research See description on page 65. (Prereq.: junior or senior standing). I Augsburg College 2010-2012 Clinical Laboratory Science Clinical Laboratory Science—CLS Clinical laboratory scientists perform complex biological, microbiological, and chemical tests on patient samples. They also use, maintain, and troubleshoot sophisticated laboratory equipment in the performance of diagnostic tests. The clinical laboratory scientist analyzes these test results and discusses them with the medical staff. He/she also possesses the skills required for molecular diagnostic tests based on DNA and RNA technologies. In addition, the clinical laboratory scientist will find opportunities in test development, experimental design, administration, and education. The curriculum requires a minimum of six semesters on campus to complete the prerequisite curriculum. Students spend an additional 12 months of clinical education in a hospital-sponsored, accredited program during their senior year. A Bachelor of Science degree is awarded at the satisfactory completion of all required course work. Admission to the clinical laboratory science major is on a competitive basis. Students apply for admission to the clinical laboratory science program early in the fall semester of the academic year just prior to the beginning of their professional studies, typically in the junior year. Formal acceptance into the hospital-sponsored program is based on the submission of an application for admission to the major, personal recommendations, review of academic performance, and interview with the Program Admission Committee. A minimum grade point average of 2.75 overall as well as in science and mathematics courses is strongly recommended. Acceptance into the hospital program is not guaranteed by the College. The hospital program affiliated with Augsburg is the Fairview Health Services. The program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), 8410 W. Bryn Mawr, Suite 670, Chicago, IL 60631; 773-714-8880. During the clinical component in an accredited hospital program, students will register for 12.25 credits. The clinical phase routinely begins in June with anticipated graduation the following spring. Graduates of the program are eligible to sit for certification examinations offered by national certification agencies. Hospital affiliates of Augsburg College: Fairview Health Services Fairview Lakes Medical Center Fairview Northland Regional Medical Center Fairview Red Wing Medical Center Fairview-Ridges Hospital Fairview-Southdale Hospital UMMC, Fairview-Riverside UMMC, Fairview-University Generalized four-year academic plan for clinical laboratory science (CLS) majors To complete the program in four years, students must: • achieve MPG 3 or 4 • qualify for ENL 111 • score above 45 on the critical thinking exam • not require ENL 217/218 • meet graduation skills requirements within the major and supporting courses • satisfy the Engaging Minneapolis requirement with BIO 151/152 Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT) and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. The graduation skill in Speaking (S) is met by completing COM 111 or COM 115. Consult your department chair or academic adviser for requirements for meeting the Quantitative Reasoning (QR) graduation skill. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science–CLS Required Courses BIO 151 Introductory Biology BIO 152 Evolution, Ecology, and Diversity BIO 253 Introductory Cellular Biology BIO 355 Genetics BIO 369 Biochemistry BIO 473 Animal Physiology BIO 476 Microbiology BIO 486 Immunology CLS 400 Introduction to CLS CLS 405 Body Fluids CLS 410 Clinical Hematology/Hemostasis CLS 415 Clinical Immunology CLS 420 Immunohematology CLS 425 Clinical Chemistry CLS 430 Clinical Microbiology CLS 433 Virology/Mycology/Parsitology CLS 435 Molecular Diagnostics CLS 440 Laboratory Management and Education CLS 445 Research Design and Methods CLS 450 Applied Clinical Chemistry CLS 455 Applied Hematology/Hemostasis CLS 460 Applied Immunology CLS 465 Applied Immunohematology CLS 470 Applied Clinical Microbiology CLS 475 Advanced Applications in CLS CLS 480 Advanced Topics in CLS CLS 485 Advanced Studies in CLS Clinical Rotations SCI 490 Keystone course Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 101 Clinical Laboratory Science Required Supporting Courses for Bachelor of Science CHM 105/106 or CHM 115/116 CHM 351/352 MAT 163 or MAT 164 COM 115 or COM 111 Principles of Chemistry General Chemistry Organic Chemistry Introductory Statistics Biostatistics Scientific and Technical Public Speaking Public Speaking Special core requirement courses and professional courses must be completed with a grade of C (2.0) or above. Students must meet all College graduation requirements including general education, grade point, College residency, and total credits. diagnosis of immunodeficiency diseases, malignancies of the immune system, autoimmune disorders, hypersensitivity states, and infection by specific microbial pathogens. Laboratory sessions offer exercises in methods for detection of antigens and antibodies in patient specimens. (Prereq.: CHM 352; BIO 476 and 486; and admission to the CLS program) CLS 420 Immunohematology Course covers aspects of the Blood Group Systems, antibody screening, compatibility testing, blood donor service, selection of donors, blood drawing, storage, preservation, components, records, and regulations for blood banks. The laboratory section includes performance of blood bank procedures, donor processing, compatibility testing, antibody screening and identification. (Prereq.: BIO 355, 369, and 486; and admission to the CLS program) Clinical Laboratory Science Courses 102 CLS 400 Introduction to Clinical Laboratory Science Course is designed to provide the CLS student with the basic laboratory skills required for the laboratory component of the curriculum. This course will also provide teamwork, leadership, and interpersonal skills needed by healthcare professionals. Current issues in CLS will also be covered including ethics, government regulations, and concepts of total testing process. (Prereq.: CHM 353; BIO 355 and 476; and admission to the CLS program) CLS 405 Body Fluids Covers concepts related to the formation, distribution, and function of body fluids and their chemical, physical, and cellular composition in health and disease. Laboratory focus is on performance, interpretation, and correlation of results. (Prereq.: CHM 352; BIO 355 and 473; and admission to the CLS program) CLS 410 Clinical Hematology/Hemostasis Course is designed to provide the CLS student with the basic knowledge of hematology/hemostasis. Cellular components of the blood in normal and diseased states, hemostasis principles, laboratory testing, interpretation, and the correlation of results will be covered. Laboratory component will focus on specimen preparation red cell, white cell, and platelet identification and enumeration, both microscopically and electronically. (Prereq.: CHM 352; BIO 355, 476, and 486; and admission to the CLS program) CLS 415 Clinical Immunology Course in the application of immunologic and serologic techniques used for the specific I Augsburg College 2010-2012 CLS 425 Clinical Chemistry The focus of the course is on the physiology of body analytes and the organ systems, with an emphasis on the corresponding clinical laboratory procedures and human disease states. Discussion will include the clinical correlations of the analytical procedures data with the diseases. The laboratory section covers skills necessary to the performance of clinical chemistry test procedures. (Prereq.: CHM 352; BIO 369 and 476; and admission to the CLS program) CLS 430 Clinical Microbiology Course includes the study of bacteria, rickettsiae, chlamydia, and mycoplasma as they relate to diseases in humans. Topics include clinical signs and symptoms of the disease process, specimen collection and processing, modes of transmission, and methods of identification. In the laboratory component, students will process specimens from various body locations. Emphasis will be placed on isolation with identification, selection of appropriate antibiotic therapy, quality assurance, and safety. (Prereq.: CHM 353; BIO 369, 476 and Immunology; and admission to the CLS program) CLS 433 Virology, Mycology, and Parasitology Study of viruses, fungi, and parasites as they relate to diseases in humans. Topics include clinical signs and symptoms of the disease process, specimen collection and processing, modes of transmission, and methods of identification. Laboratory emphasis focuses on isolation and identification, quality assurance, and safety. Clinical Laboratory Science (Prereq.: CHM 353; BIO 369, 479 and 486; and admission to the CLS program) CLS 435 Molecular Diagnostics A course on the composition, structure, function and characteristics of DNA. Emphasis will be placed on clinical laboratory methods used to isolate, amplify, manipulate, and analyze DNA sequences in order to integrate theory and practice. (Prereq.: CHM 353; BIO 336, 473, 476 and 486; and admission to the CLS program) CLS 440 Laboratory Management and Education Course is designed to introduce the clinical laboratory science student to the principles of laboratory administration. The seminar-format course will focus on human resource management, operations management, and educational methodologies appropriate for the supervisor and laboratory manager (Prereq.: admission to the CLS program) CLS 445 Research Design and Methods The course applies scientific method to clinical laboratory research problems, systematic applications of hypothesis formation and decision making through research design principles. Research proposal writing and the process of institutional review board approval and informed consent will also be covered. (Prereq.: MAT 163 and admission to the CLS program) CLS 450 Applied Clinical Chemistry Rotation with daily lecture which applies the principles of clinical chemistry in the clinical laboratory. The course is designed to utilize and build upon theoretical and applied knowledge acquired in the previous didactic courses (CLS 400, 425) and apply it to the performance of analytical procedures and management of the clinical chemistry laboratory. (Prereq.: admission to the CLS program and CLS 400 and 425) CLS 455 Applied Clinical Hematology/Hemostasis Rotation with daily lecture which extends the learning to the clinical hematology, hemostasis, and body fluids laboratories. Students will gain experience processing and analyzing patient specimens with a wide variety of complex procedures and instruments. Students will also expand their identification and diagnostic skills on microscopic analysis of hematology and body fluid specimens. (Prereq.: admission to the CLS program and CLS 400, 405, and 410) CLS 460 Applied Immunology Rotation with daily lecture which applies concepts and techniques learned in CLS 415. Using patient specimens, students will gain experience in the clinical immunological techniques, methods, and management of antigen-antibody reactions and identify the relationship to diseased states. The rotation also includes the fundamentals of HLA testing and Flow Cytometry techniques with interpretation of results. (Prereq.: admission to the CLS program and CLS 400 and 415) CLS 465 Applied Immunohematology Rotation with daily lecture which extends the concepts and skills learned in CLS 420 to the blood bank setting for the performance of antibody identification techniques, hemolytic disease problems, quality assurance management, solving of patients’ blood compatibility problems, apheresis, and cell therapy. (Prereq.: admission to the CLS program and CLS 420) CLS 470 Applied Clinical Microbiology Rotation with daily lecture which applies the principles of CLS 430. Student will process a variety of patient specimens in the microbiology laboratory and gain experience with a wide variety of state-of-the-art procedures and equipment for the isolation and identification of pathogenic bacteria, fungi protozoa, helminthes, and viruses. (Prereq.: admission to the CLS program and CLS 430 and 433) CLS 475 Advanced Applications in CLS Selected study in one aspect of the practice of clinical laboratory science, such as ancillary biology, cytogenetics, outreach clinics, or industry. Rotation and lecture included. (Prereq.: admission to the CLS program and enrollment in applied courses) CLS 480 Advanced Topics in CLS This course will cover, at an advanced level, the major areas of the clinical laboratory. Topics will also include information on new directions in laboratory testing with an emphasis placed on its impact on current laboratory practice and outcomes assessment. (Prereq.: admission to the CLS program and CLS 405, 410, 415, 420, 425, 430, 433, 435, and 440) CLS 485 Advanced Studies in CLS A capstone research project required for satisfactory completion of the CLS program. Student will complete a research project under the supervision of a mentor. Course culminates in a Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 103 Clinical Laboratory Science major paper and presentation. Area of emphasis will be in one of the specialty or subspecialty areas included in the clinical laboratory practice. (Prereq.: admission to the CLS program and senior standing) 104 CLS 499 Independent Study in CLS Individual reading or research under the guidance of a CLS instructor. (Prereq.: admission to the CLS program; repeatable for maximum of one credit) I Augsburg College 2010-2012 Communication Studies Communication Studies— COM Our discipline is grounded in rhetorical and scientific principles and is guided by the need to make communicative choices that are artful, ethical, and effective. Students who major in communication studies are concerned with interpersonal relationships, mass media, public advocacy and social influence, group and organizational dynamics, and intercultural dimensions of communication. Prospective majors should meet with a departmental adviser as early as possible to design an approved major program, preferably by the end of the sophomore year. Organizational Communication Emphasis Appropriate for: business-related careers such as professional manager, sales, management consulting, technical consulting, internal communications, organizational or industrial consulting, human systems analyst or designer, and also graduate programs in organizational studies. Four additional electives from the following: COM 345 (required), COM 321, 326, 329, 356, 399, 480, 499; BUS 242, 340; PSY 271, 325, 373; SOC 265, 349, 375 Supervisory Management Emphasis Appropriate for students seeking management careers. Four additional electives from: BUS 242 or 440 (required); COM 321, 326, 329, 356, 399, 480, 499; BUS 340; ENL 223; MIS 260; PSY 373; SOC 349 Communication Studies Faculty Human Relations Emphasis Deborah Redmond (Chair), Kristen Chamberlain, Wes Ellenwood, Robert Groven, Daniel Hanson, David Lapakko, Emanuelle Wessels Appropriate for students pursuing the study of how organizations manage their internal structure and personnel. People who work in this area deal with such issues as discrimination, work rules, employee relations, etc. Four additional electives from: BUS 340 (required); COM 321, 326, 329, 345, 356, 399; PSY 373, 385; SOC 265, 349, 375 Degree and Major Requirements Bachelor of Arts Communication Studies Major Twelve courses overall—eight required core courses and four courses within one of eight emphases. For transfer students, at least six of these courses must be taken at Augsburg. Required of all communication studies majors: COM 111 COM 254 COM 280 COM 351 COM 352 COM 355 COM 321 or COM 329 COM 490 Public Speaking Interpersonal Communication Introduction to Communication Studies Argumentation Persuasion Small Group Communication Business and Professional Speaking Intercultural Communication Senior Keystone Professional Communication Emphasis This emphasis is intended for students interested in studying communication from an artistic and humanities perspective. It is appropriate for career interests such as communication graduate school, other professional graduate programs (e.g. law school), rhetorical criticism, political communication and being a professional trainer, communication consultant, professional speaker, or speechwriter. Four additional electives from the following: COM 321 (required), COM 329, 345, 356, 399, 499; THR 350, 360; BUS 242, 301; ENL 220; POL 326, 342, 370; PSY 271, 325; REL 383; SOC 362, 363 Marketing Communication Emphasis Courses in this emphasis focus on the communication aspects of the marketing-communication mix. This emphasis is particularly helpful for students interested in an organizational role in marketing communication. Four additional electives from: MKT 252 (required); COM 120, 321, 326, 329, 356, 399, 480; MKT 352, 355, 357, 450; POL 342 Public Relations and Advertising Emphasis Courses are designed to prepare students for the growing fields of public relations and crisis management, as well as advertising and promotional communication. An internship in public relations, advertising, or a related field is required. Four additional electives from: ENL 227 (required); COM 120, 321, 326, 329, 345, 356, 399, 480; ART 132, 224, 225; BUS 242, 379; MKT 252, 355, 357; PSY 373; SOC 349, POL 342 Mass Communication and Journalism Emphasis Courses are designed to prepare students for entry into television, film, journalism, e-media (both performance and production), media criticism and policy, or graduate school in mass communication or journalism. Four electives from the following: ENL 227 (required); COM 120, 243, 247, 321, 329, 348, 399, 499: ART 132, 215, 224, 225, 315, 330, 340; ENL 226, 228, 241, 324, 327, 427; POL 342; THR 232, 233, 325, 350, 360; BUS 254, ENL 328 Graduate Study Emphasis Courses in this emphasis would be especially helpful for Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 105 Communication Studies students planning to do graduate work in such fields as communication studies, education, or law. Four electives from the following: SOC 362 or ENL 420 (required); COM 120, 321, 329, 356, 499; PHI 230; POL 483; PSY 215, 315; SOC 363, 375 For All Eight Emphases We encourage all majors to participate in Augsburg’s interscholastic forensics program. Students should be aware that the tournament season is essentially from October through mid-March, and should plan schedules accordingly. All Day majors should plan to include at least one internship (COM 399) as one of their electives. Students may petition the department to include as part of their major concentration other Augsburg courses not listed above. Such requests must be submitted in writing to the departmental adviser for prior approval. Also, students may petition to include up to three courses from other ACTC schools as electives, with prior approval of the adviser or department chair. The Critical Thinking (CT) and Speaking (S) graduation skills are embedded throughout the offered courses and is met by completing the major. The graduation skills in Quantitative Reasoning (QR) and Writing (W) are met by completing the following courses: QR/QFA: GST 200, MAT 145, MAT 146, or PHI 230; OR a QF: PSY 215, MAT 129, 163, or 173; AND a: QA: COM 352 (NOTE for Mass Communication only, COM 352 or ENL 327) W: COM 351 and any 200 level writing course in English Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Communication Arts/Literature Teacher Licensure Major This major, which includes secondary education coursework and student teaching requirements in the education department, offers students the preparation necessary to become teachers of communication arts and literature in public schools and allows them to become licensed to teach at the middle school through the secondary level. Recommendation for teacher licensure is granted only to students who complete the requirements for this program with a minimum grade of 2.0 in major courses and with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 in the major. All requirements in the major must be completed prior to student teaching. The course requirements for this program are listed in the Department of English section of the catalog. Departmental Honors The honors major is designed to encourage overall excellence as well as outstanding achievement on a specific project of special interest to the student. Honors majors must maintain 106 I Augsburg College 2010-2012 a 3.50 GPA in the major and a 3.00 GPA overall, and, as part of their major program, complete a substantial independent project of honors quality (COM 499 registration). Honors candidates should meet with their departmental adviser prior to their senior year to develop a proposal for the honors project. Communication Studies Minor Six courses including: COM 111 or COM 115 COM 254 COM 280 POL 342 or COM 120 or COM 243 COM 351 or COM 352 COM 345 or COM 355 Public Speaking Scientific and Technical Speaking Interpersonal Communication Introduction to Communication Studies Mass Communication in Society Mass Media and Popular Culture Studio Production Argumentation Persuasion Organizational Communication Small Group Communication Film Major The Augsburg film major reflects our belief that students are transformed through a well-rounded curriculum that encourages creativity, critical analysis and inquiry, ethical considerations, and an understanding of the synergy between theory and practice. The major explores the tension between art and commerce through dialogues with film industry members, internship and mentorship opportunities, film symposia, and our Film Artist series. Students will gain experience in scripting, directing, editing, and acting for both 16mm film and digital. Students will be introduced to the study of film theory, criticism, and culture. Students are encouraged to double major or to seek minors in related fields such as art, English, theatre, philosophy, communication studies, women’s studies, and American Indian studies, to name a few. Film Faculty Deb Redmond (Program Director), Michael Burden, Robert Cowgill, Cass Dalglish, Wesley Ellenwood, Darcey Engen, Doug Green, Martha Johnson, Elise Marubbio Required of all Film Majors: Six Core Courses FLM 216 Film Production I ENL 241 Intro to Cinema Arts ENL 371 History of Cinema FLM 420 Issues in Contemporary Cinema COM 247 Documentary THR 232 Acting or THR 233 Acting for Camera Five electives (three must be upper division) must be chosen from the three defined tracks below in consultation with your adviser who is designated by the program director. Note that not all elective courses are offered every year, so alternatives Communication Studies within the track may have to be chosen. Film majors should fulfill the Senior Keystone requirement in either the English Department or Art Department. Track #1 Production: This track is designed for students interested in producing films/videos. Electives include: FLM 312 Film Production II, COM 243 Studio Production, COM 348 Digital Video Production, FLM 499 Independent Study, Art 132 Photography, ART 215 Design for New Media I, ART 315 Design for New Media II, ART 340 Digital Imaging, ENL 228 Broadcast and Online Journalism, MUS 130 Intro to Music and the Fine Arts, PHY 119 Physics for the Fine Arts, THR 328 Stage Design, THR/FLM 230 Scenic Painting for State and Film Track #2 Performance: This track is designed for students interested in acting and directing. Electives include: THR 233 Acting for the Camera, THR/ENL 325 Playwriting, THR 366 Stage Direction, THR 328 Theatrical Design, THR 360 Interpretive Reading, THR 350 Voice for Stage and Screen,THR 499 Independent Study, ENL/FLM 328 Screenwriting, PHY 119 Physics for the Fine Arts Track #3 Theory and Culture: This track is designed for students interested in analysis of film, film genres, and cultural context. Electives include: COM 120 Mass Media and Popular Culture, ENL 221 Expository Writing about the Arts and Popular Culture, ENL 228 Broadcast and Online Journalism, ENL 240 Introduction to Literary Study, ENL 430 Advanced Studies in Theory and Method, FLM 499, AIS 364 Indigenous Filmmakers, AIS 264 American Indians in Cinema, AIS 208/408 Native American Women and Film, ART 240 Art History, PHI 260 Philosophy and the Arts, PHI 120 Ethics, PHY 119 Physics for the Fine Arts, SPA 248 Spanish and Latin American Culture through Film, REL 309 Religion at the Movies COM 348 Digital Video Production THR/ENL 325 Playwriting    or ENL/FLM 328 Screenwriting THR/FLM 230 Scenic Painting for Stage and Film THR 328 Stage Design THR 366 Stage Direction Note: For transfer students, at least three of these six courses must be courses offered at Augsburg. Prospective minors must obtain prior approval from a film faculty adviser. Communication Courses COM 111 Public Speaking 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) COM 112 Contest Public Speaking 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) COM 115 Scientific and Technical Public Speaking 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.) Graduation Skills The Critical Thinking (CT), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) graduation skills are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. The graduation skill in Quantitative Reasoning (QR) is met by completing the following courses: QR/QFA is satisfied by GST 200, MAT 145, MAT 146, PHI 230, or PHY 119 Film Minor COM 120 Mass Media and Popular Culture Six courses including: ENL 241 FLM/THR 216 THR 232 or THR 233 COM 243 FLM/THR 420 Introduction to Cinema Art Film Production I Acting Acting for Camera Studio Production Issues in Contemporary Cinema Plus one of the following: AIS 364 COM 247 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. Indigenous Filmmakers Documentary Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 107 Communication Studies FLM 216 Film Production I This course demonstrates the basics of 16mm filmmaking. The student will make short films that demonstrate the art and process of shooting in B/W. hone students’ speaking skills. (Prereq.: COM 111 or 115) COM 326 Building Working Relationships This course explores working relationships in a changing world. Self-assessment tools and applied papers help participants gain a better understanding of the role the individual plays within the context of workplace relationships. Emphasis is placed on interpersonal, group, and organizational relationships. (Prereq.: Junior or senior standing and at least one of the following courses — SOC 121, SWK 260, BUS 242, BUS 252, PSY 102, PSY 105) FLM/THR 230 Scenic Painting for Stage and Film 108 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. COM 243 Studio Production Introduction to video production with an emphasis on creative concept development, script-writing, directing, and producing for video. (Fall) COM 247 Documentary A video production course that integrates lecture and criticism with hands-on experience dealing with nonfiction subjects. COM 254 Interpersonal Communication 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. (Spring) COM 280 Introduction to Communication Studies An introductory survey course designed to acquaint students with the world of ideas that serves as the foundation for the field of communication studies. (Fall) FLM 312 Film Production II The focus of this course builds on the lessons learned in FLM/THR 216 and adds the study of color photography and sound design. Through exercises and assignments the student will develop skills in scripting, shooting, and editing short films. (Prereq.: FLM 216) COM 321 Business and Professional Speaking 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 I Augsburg College 2010-2012 COM 329 Intercultural Communication This course explores cultural differences and their implications for communication, including differences in values, norms, social interaction, and code systems. (Spring: alternate years) COM 345 Organizational Communication 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. COM 348 Digital Video Production This course combines studio and field production with special emphasis on post-production editing. Students work in production teams to create and produce a one-hour magazine format news program and music video. (Prereq.: COM 243 or 247) COM 351 Argumentation 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. (Prereq.: COM 111 or 115 or consent of instructor; ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111; and pass CT assessment or GST 100. Fall) COM 352 Persuasion Examination of the process of influence in a variety of social contexts, paying special attention to the psychological aspects of persuasion. (Prereq.: MPG 3; COM 111, 112, or 115 or consent of instructor; and a Quantitative Foundations course. Please see full list of prerequisites in Records and Registration. Spring) Communication Studies COM 355 Small Group Communication A study of group dynamics and leadership with emphasis on decision making, leadership styles, and conflict management. (Spring) COM 356 Advanced Interpersonal Communication This course explores theories and concepts from communication studies related to our understanding of self, other, relationships, and what it means to lead a compassionate life. As such, it provides students with an opportunity to probe deeper into theories and concepts introduced in COM 254 Interpersonal Communication. (Prereq.: COM 254 or consent of instructor) FLM 420 Issues in Contemporary Cinema 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. (Prereq.: ENL 371) COM 480 Public Relations/Promotional Communication 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. (Evenings) COM 490 Communication Studies Keystone: Critical Conversations about Communication and Vocation A synthesis of communication theories and application of those theories to each student’s sense of vocation. This course satisfies the keystone requirement. COM 495 Communication Topics Selected topics in communication with emphasis on the use of primary sources and methodology of research. Internships and Independent Study Courses COM 199 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. COM 299 Directed Study See description on page 65. COM 399 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. COM 499 Independent Study/Research See description on page 65. FLM 399 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. FLM 499 Independent Study/Research See description on page 65. Electives See department listings for the following approved electives: ART 132 ART 224 ART 225 ART 330 BUS 242 BUS 340 BUS 379 BUS 440 CSC 160 ENL 226 ENL 227 ENL 228 ENL 241 ENL 327 ENL 430 MKT 252 MKT 352 MKT 355 MKT 450 PHI 230 POL 342 POL 375 PSY 215 PSY 315 PSY 325 PSY 371 PSY 373 PSY 385 SOC 231 SOC 265 SOC 349 SOC 362 SOC 363 SOC 375 THR 232 THR/ENL 325 THR 350 THR 360 THR/FLM 230 Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 109 Computer Science Computer Science—CSC The Department of Computer Science at Augsburg strives to give students a sound theoretical and practical foundation in computer science. We offer both a BA and a BS major. The coursework provides students a strong foundation in computer science, with emphasis on concepts rather than on applications. We encourage students to strengthen their coursework by electing an internship or cooperative education experience. Our location in the Twin Cities provides us with an excellent resource of such experiences for students, and allows them to add practical applications to their education. Computer Science Faculty Noel Petit (Chair), Larry Crockett, Charles Sheaffer, Erik Steinmetz, Shana Watters Degree and Major Requirements Bachelor of Arts Computer Science Major Twelve courses including: CSC 160 Introduction to Computer Science and Communication CSC 170 Introduction to Programming CSC 210 Data Structures CSC 240 Introduction to Networking and Communications CSC 320 Algorithms CSC 345 Principles of Computer Organization CSC 385 Introduction to Formal Logic and Computation Theory CSC 450 Programming Languages and Compilers I CSC 451 Programming Languages and Compilers II MAT 114 Precalculus (or MPG 4) MAT 171 Discrete Mathematics for Computing (recommended) or MAT 145 Calculus I And two electives from: CSC courses above 200 PHY 261 Electronics MIS 475 Systems Analysis and Design MAT 355 Numerical Mathematics At least one elective must be an upper division course. The Critical Thinking (CT) and Writing (W) graduation skills are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. Consult your academic adviser for requirements for meeting the Quantitative Reasoning (QR) graduation skill. The graduation skill in Speaking (S) is met by: a) COM 111 or 115 (115 recommended), or 110 I Augsburg College 2010-2012 b) A sequence of courses and presentations approved in consultation with the computer science department. Consult your academic adviser for details. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Bachelor of Science Computer Science Major Sixteen courses including: CSC 160 CSC 170 CSC 210 CSC 240 CSC 320 CSC 345 CSC 385 CSC 450 CSC 451 MAT 145 MAT 146 Introduction to Computer Science and Communication Introduction to Programming Data Structures Introduction to Networking and Communications Algorithms Principles of Computer Organization Introduction to Formal Logic and Computation Theory Programming Languages and Compilers I Programming Languages and Compilers II Calculus I Calculus II Two courses from: MAT 245 MAT 246 MAT 247 MAT 271 Calculus III Linear Algebra Modeling and Differential Equations Discrete Mathematical Structures (recommended) And three electives from: CSC courses above 200 PHY 261 Electronics MIS 475 Systems Analysis and Design MAT 355 Numerical Mathematics At least two electives must be upper division courses. The Critical Thinking (CT) and Writing (W) graduation skills are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. Consult your academic adviser for requirements for meeting the Quantitative Reasoning (QR) graduation skill. The graduation skill in Speaking (S) is met by: a) COM 111 or 115 (COM 115 recommended), or b) A sequence of courses and presentations approved in consultation with the computer science department. Consult your academic adviser for details. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Computational Economics The computational economics major has been designed to serve students with need for some basic understanding of computer science and economics. The major requires six Computer Science courses from computer science, six from economics, and a required capstone independent study. Students interested in this major should consult with the faculty in computer science, in economics, or one of the coordinators. Coordinators Jeanne Boeh, Department of Economics, and Charles Sheaffer, Department of Computer Science Major in Computational Economics Thirteen courses including: MAT 145 CSC 160 Calculus I Introduction to Computer Science and Communication CSC 170 Introduction to Programming CSC 210 Data Structures CSC 240 Introduction to Networking and Communications or CSC 320 Algorithms or CSC 352 Database Management and Design CSC 345 Principles of Computer Organization ECO 112 Principles of Macroeconomics ECO 113 Principles of Microeconomics ECO 312 Intermediate Macroeconomics ECO 313 Intermediate Microeconomics ECO 318 Management Science ECO 315 Money and Banking or EC0 415 Managerial Economics CSC 499 Independent Study or ECO 499 Independent Study Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. Consult your department chair or academic adviser for requirements for meeting the Quantitative Reasoning (QR) graduation skill. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Computational Philosophy Computational philosophy emphasizes areas of interest in which philosophy and computer science overlap: logic, artificial intelligence, cognitive science, philosophy of mind, and philosophy of language. The major requires seven courses from computer science, six from philosophy, and a required capstone topics course. Students interested in this major should consult with the faculty in computer science, in philosophy, or one of the coordinators. Coordinators David Apolloni, Department of Philosophy, and Charles Sheaffer, Department of Computer Science Major in Computational Philosophy Fourteen courses including: MAT 171 Discrete Mathematics for Computing or MAT 145 CSC 160 Calculus I Introduction to Computer Science and Communication CSC 170 Introduction to Programming CSC 210 Data Structures CSC 320 Algorithms CSC 373 Symbolic Programming and Artificial Intelligence CSC 385 Introduction to Formal Logic and Computation Theory PHI 241 History of Philosophy I: Ancient Greek Philosophy PHI 242 History of Philosophy II: Medieval and Renaissance Philosophy PHI 343 History of Philosophy III: Early Modern and 19th Century Philosophy PHI 344 History of Philosophy IV: 20th Century Philosophy PHI 365 Philosophy of Science PHI 410 Topics in Philosophy or CSC 495 Advanced Topics in Computer Science One upper division elective in philosophy Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. Consult your department chair or academic adviser for requirements for meeting the Quantitative Reasoning (QR) graduation skill. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Departmental Honors GPA of 3.50 in computer science major courses, GPA of 3.10 overall, and an independent study project. Computer Science Minor Six courses including CSC 160, 170, 210, 345, one additional upper division computer science course, and one of MAT 171 or MAT 145. A course must be completed with a grade of 2.0 or higher to be counted as completing a major requirement. A course must also be completed with a grade of 2.0 or higher to count as a prerequisite for a subsequent computer science course. Computer Science Courses CSC 160 Introduction to Computer Science and Communication An introduction to computer science topics in hardware, software, theory, and computer communications: algorithm design, logical circuits, network concepts, the Internet, and programming. (Prereq.: MPG 3, recommend concurrent registration with MAT 171 or complete CSC 160 Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 111 Computer Science 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. (Prereq.: CSC 210; CSC 352 recommended) prior to taking MAT 171) CSC 170 Introduction to Programming A study of problem-solving, algorithm development, and programming using a high-level programming language. (Three hours of lecture, one-and-one-half hours of lab. Prereq.: CSC 160 and MPG 3, pass CT assessment or GST 100; MAT 171 recommended) CSC 210 Data Structures Data structures such as linked lists, stacks, and queues; recursion. (Three hours of lecture, oneand-one-half hours of lab. Prereq.: CSC 170, MPG 4, and one of MAT 145 or MAT 171; pass CT assessment or GST 100) CSC 240 Introduction to Networking and Communications Principles and methods of data communications, information theory, distributed processing systems, network protocols and security, standards, network management, and general computer interfacing. (Prereq.: CSC 160 and MPG 3) Symbolic Programming and Artificial Intelligence An introduction to programming in functional, symbolic languages, such as Lisp or Scheme. A study of the foundation algorithms used in the field of artifical intelligence. Applications to selected problems from artificial intelligence. (Prereq.: CSC 210 and pass CT assessment or GST 100) CSC 385 Formal Logic and Computation Theory 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. (Prereq.: CSC 210 and one of MAT 145 or MAT 171) CSC 272 UNIX and C 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. (Prereq.: CSC 170 or another course with a study of a programming language) CSC 431 Introduction to AI Robotics Robot components, robotic paradigms, mobile robots, task planning, sensing, sensor fusion, basic control concepts. (Prereq.: CSC 210 and ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111) CSC 320 Algorithms CSC 440 Advanced Networking and Operating Systems 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. (Prereq.: CSC 210, MPG 4, and one of MAT 145 or MAT 171; pass CT assessment or GST 100) Network management; client/server databases and workstations; TCP/IP and other network examples. Elements of operating systems, memory and process management, interactions among major components of computer systems, and a detailed study of the effects of computer architecture on operating systems. (Prereq.: CSC 240 and 345) CSC 345 Principles of Computer Organization An introduction to computer architecture, processors, instruction sets, and assembly language programming. (Prereq.: CSC 210 and MPG 4) CSC 352 Database Management and Design Structure of database management systems, query facilities, file organization and security, and the development of database systems. (Prereq.: CSC 210) ­CSC 353 Database Architecture and Design 112 CSC 373 An introduction to the physical design and tuning of database systems. Topics include data storage, indexing, query processing, and I Augsburg College 2010-2012 CSC 450 Programming Languages and Compilers I 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. (Prereq.: CSC 345 or concurrent registration, CSC 385 or concurrent registration, CSC 320, and ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111) CSC 451 Programming Languages and Compilers II Continuation of CSC 450: compilers, data structures, control structures, and the run-time environment. Emphasis on implementation issues. (Prereq.: CSC 345, CSC 450, and CSC 385) Computer Science CSC 457 Computer Graphics A study of the foundational algorithms required for computer graphics. Topics include geometric algorithms, geometric modeling, graphics techniques, graphical user interfaces, humancentered software development, computer animation, virtual environments and 3D immersive rendering. (Prereq.: CSC 210, MPG 4) CSC 495 Advanced Topics in Computer Science 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. (Prereq.: Consent of instructor) Internships and Independent Study Courses: CSC 199 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. P/N grading only. CSC 299 Directed Study See description on page 65. CSC 399 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. P/N grading only. CSC 499 Independent Study/Research See description on page 65. Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 113 Economics Economics—ECO The Department of Economics offers a program that stresses a strong theoretical background, quantitative analysis, and an emphasis on national and international issues. Students who graduate with an economics major are well prepared to continue their education in a variety of fields or to work successfully in business and government because of the strong liberal arts emphasis within the major. The department offers five majors. The economics major and the applied economics majors lead to careers in the business world or government. Computational economics provides a liberal arts entry into the field of computer science. The combined economics/business administration major allows students great flexibility in order to explore both fields. Finally, the teaching major in political science/ economics allows secondary education licensure students to obtain a solid background for teaching economics. The study of economics provides a firm foundation for confronting change because it presents a disciplined way to analyze and make choices. An economics major prepares students for community leadership and leads to a great diversity of career opportunities including law, teaching, journalism, private and public international service. Pre-law and potential Master of Business Administration students are especially encouraged to consider economics as a major or a minor. Students are able to combine an economics major with other disciplines such as business administration, international relations, mathematics, management information systems, political science, history, and area study programs. Students who are interested in any type of quantitatively oriented graduate program in economics or in business are encouraged to either major or minor in mathematics. These students should also take courses in computer science. Consult an adviser for specific course suggestions. Augsburg offers degrees in economics, applied economics, business and economics, computational economics, and economics and political science (education majors only.) For the economics and applied economics majors, the capstone experience is Economics 490 Research Methods in Econometrics. Students in other majors should consult their adviser for other alternatives. Internships are recommended. Students must consult with the department chair and the internship office before registering for academic credit. Note: Transfer students must complete at least three upper division economics courses for a major and two for a minor. Transfer classes must have been completed in the last 10 years with at least a 2.0 grade. Economics Faculty Jeanne Boeh (Chair), Kevin Bowman, Keith Gilsdorf, Stella Hofrenning, Edward Lotterman 114 I Augsburg College 2010-2012 Degree and Major Requirements Major in Economics Economics Core: ECO 112 Principles of Macroeconomics ECO 113 Principles of Microeconomics ECO 312 Intermediate Macroeconomics ECO 313 Intermediate Microeconomics ECO 490 Research Methods in Econometrics and three other upper division economics courses Supporting Classes Statistics Class: BUS 379 Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics or MAT 163 Introductory Statistics Mathematics Class: MAT 114 Precalculus or MAT 145, 146 Calculus I and II Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Quantitative Reasoning (QR), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Major in Applied Economics ECO 112 ECO 113 ECO 312 or ECO 315 ECO 313 ECO 490 ECO 360 ECO 318 or ECO 415 ECO 350 ECO 399 or ECO 499 BUS 379 or MAT 163 ENL 223 PHI 120 or PHI 125 Principles of Macroeconomics Principles of Microeconomics Intermediate Macroeconomics Money and Banking Intermediate Microeconomics Research Methods in Econometrics International Economics Management Science Managerial Economics Labor Economics Internship Program Independent Study Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics Introductory Statistics Writing for Business and the Professions Ethics Ethics and Human Identity Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Quantitative Reasoning (QR), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Economics Major in Computational Economics See Computer Science. Combined Major in Economics and Business Administration Economics Courses ECO 110 Economics of Urban Issues This course studies the economic implications of many problems facing a metro-urban environment especially in the areas of education, housing, and transportation and is designed for those students who do not plan to major in economics, business administration, or MIS. Five economics courses: ECO 112 Principles of Macroeconomics ECO 113 Principles of Microeconomics ECO 312 Intermediate Macroeconomics ECO 313 Intermediate Microeconomics and one other upper division economics course. ECO 112 Principles of Macroeconomics 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 or 110. ECO 112 and 113 may be taken in either order. (Prereq.: MPG 3) Six accounting/business administration/MIS courses: ACC 221 ACC 222 BUS 242 MKT 252 FIN 331 or BUS 379 Introduction to Financial Accounting Introduction to Managerial Accounting Principles of Management Principles of Marketing Financial Management Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics and one other upper division business course. Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. Consult your department chair or academic adviser for requirements for meeting the Quantitative Reasoning (QR) graduation skill. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. ECO 113 Principles of Microeconomics 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 110 or 112. ECO 112 and 113 may be taken in either order. (Prereq.: MPG 3) ECO 311 Public Finance Analysis of the principles of taxation and public expenditures, the impact of fiscal policy on economic activity, and debt policy and its economic implications. (Prereq.: ECO 113) Teacher Licensure Major The State of Minnesota has specific licensing requirements for teachers that may differ slightly in emphasis from the Augsburg major requirements. The state requirements may also be subject to change after publication of this catalog. Students, therefore, should consult with the Augsburg Department of Education to identify current Minnesota teacher licensure requirements. Teaching Major in Political Science and Economics See Political Science. ECO 312 Intermediate Macroeconomics 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. (Prereq.: ECO 112 and ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111. Fall) ECO 313 Intermediate Microeconomics Theory of resource allocation, analysis of consumer behavior, firm and industry; the pricing of factors of production and income distribution; introduction to welfare economics. (Prereq.: ECO 113 and pass CT assessment or GST 100. Spring semester and winter trimester) Departmental Honors GPA of 3.50 in the major and 3.00 overall; a senior thesis and comprehensive oral examination in the major field of concentration. Minor in Economics ECO 112, 113, 312, 313, and one additional economics upper division course. Other configurations may be permitted by consulting with the department chair. Note: Students who plan to major in the department are strongly encouraged to select a department adviser as soon as possible in order to carefully plan their program of study. ECO 315 Money and Banking 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. (Prereq.: ECO 112. Fall/Spring semesters and winter trimester) Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 115 Economics 116 ECO 317 Comparative Economic Systems ECO 415 Managerial Economics This course focuses on comparing the performance of various countries that rely on different economic systems for the allocation of resources, including systemic changes in Eastern Europe. Theoretical models are examined and compared to real-world variants. (Prereq.: ECO 112 or 113: Every three years) Integrates economic theory and corresponding practices in business. Among the topics considered are theories and practices in forecasting, estimation of demand and cost functions, and an analysis of economic problems of relevance to management. (Prereq.: BUS 379, ECO 313. On demand) ECO 318 Management Science ECO 416 Mathematical Economics 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. (Prereq.: ECO 113, MPG 3. Fall semester and winter trimester) Mathematical economics with emphasis on the application of mathematical tools to the areas of micro- and macroeconomic theory. (Prereq.: ECO 312, 313, MAT 122. On demand) ECO 350 Labor Economics Analysis of labor markets, labor as a factor of production, determination of collective bargaining, labor legislation, and effects upon society. (Prereq.: ECO 113. Fall: alternate years) ECO 360 International Economics 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. (Prereq.: ECO 113. Spring: alternate years) ECO 365 Environmental Economics 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-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. (Prereq.: ECO 113. Fall: alternate years) ECO 370 International Economic Development 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. (Prereq.: ECO 112 or ECO 113. Spring: alternate years) I Augsburg College 2010-2012 ECO 490 Research Methods in Econometrics 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. This course satisfies the keystone requirement. (Prereq.: ECO 112 and ECO 113, and ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111) ECO 495 Topics Lectures, discussions, meetings with members of the staff or visiting faculty regarding research methodology and current national and international economic problems and policies. Internships and Independent Study Courses ECO 199 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. (P/N Grading only.) ECO 299 Directed Study ECO 399 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. (Prereq.: 50% of the major or consent of instructor. P/N grading only.) ECO 499 Independent Study/Research Education Education—ECE, EED, ESE, EDU, SPE The Department of Education maintains liberal arts-based teacher education programs that are accredited by the Minnesota Board of Teaching and National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). These programs lead to recommendation for licensure to the State of Minnesota for elementary (grades K-6); secondary (grades 5-12) in communication arts/literature, health, mathematics, and social studies; grades 9-12 in life science, chemistry, and physics; grades 5-8 in general science; and K-12 specialist licenses in visual arts, physical education, music, and special education: EBD and LD. (Note: special education: EBD and LD are available in WEC only.) Optional endorsements for an elementary license include preprimary, middle school mathematics, middle school science, middle school social studies, or middle school communication arts/literature. The K-12 Reading Licensure endorsement is also available at the graduate level to already licensed teachers. Degree and/or licensure programs are available in both weekday and weekend/evening formats. Weekend College degree and licensure programs are limited to elementary, secondary communication arts/literature and social studies, and K-12 visual arts and special education. Additional teaching majors are available through the weekday program and open to weekday and weekend students who can take courses on a weekday schedule. All prerequisite, elementary core, and professional education courses except fieldwork and student teaching are available on a weekend or weekday late afternoon/evening schedule. Fieldwork and student teaching must be completed during regular weekday hours. All students must have some time available each term for field experiences. A graduate level licensure option is available in weekend/evening format to those already holding a BA degree. Graduate courses taken for licensure can be applied to a Master of Arts degree in education. Contact the Education Department or the Adult and Graduate Admissions Office for information. Students in all degree and/or licensure programs must apply for acceptance into the education department prior to beginning 300-400 level courses. All students are required to take the Minnesota Teacher License Exam (MTLE) in Basic Skills—Reading, Writing, and Math—prior to beginning 300-400 level courses. Additional criteria for acceptance into the education department are available in the department. Students complete a semester of full-time student teaching at the conclusion of their degree and/or licensure programs. State law requires passing appropriate exams prior to recommendation for licensure: MTLE, Principles of Learning and Teaching Test, and one or more subject matter tests. The education department offers non-licensure majors in elementary education and education studies. Contact the department for details. The department also offers a special education minor which is described at the end of this section after course listings. All students are assigned an education department adviser at the outset of coursework. All students are expected to become knowledgeable of programs and follow through with department policies. Handbooks outlining programs and policies are available through the education department. Student Teaching Abroad Selected education department students may participate in an international student teaching program. Those interested in further information should contact the education department at least one year prior to student teaching. Students who teach abroad will do part of their student teaching in the Twin Cities area under direct Augsburg faculty supervision. Note: Major changes in Minnesota elementary teacher licensure will be implemented in fall 2010. No one may be licensed under programs described in catalogs prior to 2010. Students who entered the College under earlier catalogs must comply with the requirements of the new licensure programs. Education Faculty Lynn Lindow (Chair), Elizabeth Ankeny, Chris Brown, Joseph Erickson, Jeanine Gregoire, Ann Grugel, Gretchen Irvine, Anne Kaufman, Gregory Krueger, Susan O’Connor, Vicki Olson, Donna Patterson, Ron Petrich, Linda Stevens, Diane Vodicka, Dana Wagner, Barbara West Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 117 Elementary Education Elementary Education— EED/EDC Elementary Major and Licensure Requirements Elementary education majors are required to complete the following non-major and major courses. To be licensed they must also complete a student teaching experience. Degreeseeking students follow the Bachelor of Science Liberal Arts Foundation requirements. Non-departmental core courses (requirements subject to change—see Education Department for most current list): ENL 111 HPE 115 Effective Writing Chemical Dependency (.5) Math sequence for non-math specialty students MPG 3: MAT 137 Math for Elementary Teachers I (required) MAT 138 Math for Elementary Teachers II (required) Science sequence for non-science specialty students Option A is for weekday students who do not have collegelevel science courses in their background. SCI 110 Natural Science I SCI 111 Natural Science II Option B is for weekday, weekend, and/or transfer students with at least one college level science course accepted in transfer or for weekday students who have already started this sequence. PHY 103 Conceptual Physics or EED 203 Elementary Education Physical Science (summer school only; does not fulfill general education requirement) EED 200 Elementary Education Earth Science (summer school only; does not fulfill general education requirement) BIO 102 The Biological World Major Courses Foundations Block I EDC 200 Orientation to Education in an Urban Setting EDC 210 Diversity in the Schools (.5) and EDC 211 Minnesota American Indians (.5) or EDC 206 Diversity/Minnesota American Indians EDC 220 Educational Technology (.5) Foundations Block II (courses from this point and on require admissions to the department) EDC 310 EED 386 118 Learning and Development Children’s Literature (.5) I Augsburg College 2010-2012 Methods Block I EED 311 EED 312 EED 225 EED 325 EED 326 K-6 Methods: Health (.25) K-6 Methods: Physical Education (.25) Foundations of Literacy K-6 Literacy Methods Supervised Field Experience (.25)–Day program only Methods Block II EED 341 EED 342 EED 350 EED 360 EED 370 EED 380 EED 336 K-6 Methods: Visual Arts (.25) K-6 Methods: Music (.25) K-6 Methods: Mathematics K-6 Methods: Science K-6 Methods: Social Studies/Thematic Studies (.5) Kindergarten Methods (.5) Advanced Literacy Methods (.5) Capstone Block EDC 410 EDC 490 Learners with Special Needs School and Society Student Teaching Block EED 481, 483, 485 Student Teaching (2.0-3.0). Student teaching is required for licensure. Students with an elementary major who do not complete student teaching can graduate through the elementary education non-licensure major. Middle School Specialty Area (endorsements optional for elementary license) Communication Arts Specialty ENL 220 Intermediate Expository Writing ENL 240 Introduction to Literary Study COM 254, 329 or 351 or 355 EED 331 Middle School Writing Methods (.5) ESE 300 Reading and Writing in the Student Teaching Content Area ESE 350 5-12 Methods: Adolescent Literature/Media Literacy Student Teaching Social Studies Specialty POL 121 American Government and Politics HIS 120, 121 or 122 US History ECO 113 Microeconomics Choose 1: HIS 103: HIS 104; PSY 105; SOC 121; ANT 141 ESE 220 Human Geography ESE 300 Reading and Writing in the Student Teaching Content Area ESE 311 Middle School Methods: Social Studies (.5) Student Teaching Math Specialty MPG 4 or MAT 114 Precalculus MAT 145 Calculus I MAT 163 Introductory Statistics Elementary Education or MAT 373 Probability and Statistics I MAT 252 Exploring Geometry MAT 271 Discrete Mathematics MAT 287 History of Mathematics ESE 300 Reading and Writing in the Content Area ESE 331 Middle School Methods: Mathematics (.5) Student Teaching Science Specialty CHM 105 or CHM 115 CHM 106 or CHM 116 BIO 121 BIO 102 PHY 116 SCI 106 Geology ESE 300 ESE 341 Student Teaching Principles of Chemistry I General Chemistry I Principles of Chemistry II General Chemistry II Human Biology Biological World Introduction to Physics Meteorology (take elsewhere — see Education Department for suggestions) Reading and Writing in the Content Area Middle School Methods: Science (.5) Preprimary Teaching License (3-, 4-, and 5-year-olds) Requirement: Must have elementary teaching license PSY 250 Child Development (Prereq.: PSY 105) SOC 231 Family Systems (Day) or SPE 440 Parent and Professional Planning (WEC) ECE 345/545 Foundations of Preprimary Education ECE 346/546 Learning Environments for Preprimary-aged Children ECE 347/547 Immersion and teaching competence ECE 488, 489 Student Teaching for seven weeks in preprimary or Kindergarten, then 7 weeks in a grade (1-6) A minimum GPA of 2.50 overall, 2.50 in the major, 2.00 in the specialty area, and grades of P in student teaching courses are required for licensure as well as 2.0 or better in all required core, specialty, and education major courses. The equivalent of two full courses graded P/N, plus student teaching, is the maximum allowed within the elementary education major requirements. Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Quantitative Reasoning (QR), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. A graduate-level elementary licensure option is available through Weekend College. Licensure is obtained through a combination of graduate and undergraduate credits. The graduate credits can be used toward the MAE degree. Contact the Education Department or the Adult and Graduate Admissions Office for information. Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 119 Secondary Education Secondary Education— ESE/EDC It is the responsibility of each student to meet all specific requirements of the education department and the subject area major. Secondary and K-12 licensure students are expected to have advisers in both their subject area major and in the education department. Secondary or K-12 licensure is available in art, life science, chemistry, communication arts/literature, health, mathematics, music, physical education, physics, social studies, and grades 5-8 general science. Licensure requirements in the state of Minnesota for teaching in secondary schools are met through the Augsburg College education department licensure program. These requirements are: bachelor’s degree, academic major in an approved teaching area, and completion of an approved licensure program. Consult with your subject matter adviser for Graduation Skills requirements in Critical Thinking (CT), Quantitative Reasoning (QR), Speaking (S), and Writing (W). Non-departmental requirements ENL 111 HPE 115 Effective Writing Chemical Dependency (.5) Art, Music, and Physical Education Licensure (K-12) Students preparing for licensure in one of these areas follow the secondary education program even though they may plan to teach at the elementary school level. A person with a major in one of these special areas will take three to four courses in student teaching and do some student teaching at both the secondary and elementary levels. Note: Recommendation for teacher licensure in music is granted only to students who successfully complete the requirements for the Bachelor of Music education major. Art, music, and physical education teacher education programs lead to licensure for grades K-12. Students may no longer license in a minor field of study. A graduate level licensure option is available through Weekend College. Licensure is obtained through a combination of graduate and undergraduate credits. Contact the Education Department or the Undergraduate and Graduate Admissions Offices for information. Education Core Courses—EDC EDC 199 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. Program Requirements EDC 200 Orientation to Education in an Urban Setting Foundations Block I Career exploration and overview of the teaching profession. Emphasis on historical and philosophical foundations of the American school system. Urban fieldwork experience required. This course meets Engaging Minneapolis requirements. (Prereq.: ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111, sophomore standing) EDC 200 Orientation to Education in an Urban Setting EDC 210 Diversity in the Schools (.5) and EDC 211 MN American Indians (.5) or EDC 206 Diversity/MN American Indians EDC 220 Educational Technology (.5) Foundations Block II (Courses from this point and on require admission to the education department.) EDC 310 Learning and Development EDC 206 Diversity/Minnesota American Indians 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 Minnesotabased American Indian tribal government, history, language, and culture. (WEC and summer only) Methods Block I ESE 300 ESE 325 Reading/Writing in the Content Area Creating Learning Environments Methods Block II ESE 3XX K-12 or 5-12 Special Methods in Licensure Area Capstone Block EDC 410 EDC 490 Learners with Special Needs School and Society Student Teaching Block ESE 481, 483, 485 Student Teaching (2.0-3.0) A minimum GPA of 2.50 overall, 2.50 in education, 2.50 in the teaching major, and P in student teaching are required for licensure. All required major, non-departmental requirements, and education program courses must have a grade of 2.0 or better. 120 I Augsburg College 2010-2012 EDC 210 Diversity in the Schools (.5 course) 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. Secondary Education EDC 211 Minnesota American Indians (.5 course) An overview of cultural content, worldview, and concepts that comprise Minnesota-based American Indian tribal government, history, language, and culture. EDC 220 Educational Technology (.5 course) 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. EDC 310 Learning and Development in an Educational Setting A survey of educational psychology topics as applied to teaching and learning. Special emphasis is placed on classroom applications. Fieldwork experience. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department) ing 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. EED 203 Elementary Education Physical Science (Summer only) 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. Taking the physical concepts learned, students will develop demonstrations and lessons for K-5 classrooms. Assessment is based on written assignments, a technology project, lessons/demonstrations, and classroom participation. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department; students must be elementary education majors — this course does NOT meet the Science Lab graduation requirement. Summer only) EDC 399 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. EED 299 Directed Study See description on page 65. EDC 410 Learners with Special Needs EED 311 K-6 Methods: Health (.25 course) 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. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department or special permission of instructor) Examination and preparation of materials and resources for health at the kindergarten and elementary levels. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department) EDC 490 School and Society 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. This course meets the senior keystone requirement. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department) Elementary Education—EED EED 199 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. EED 200 Elementary Education Earth Science (summer, only) This course is designed to provide hands-on investigations that model modern inquiry learn- EED 312 K-6 Methods: Physical Education (.25 course) Examination and preparation of materials and resources for physical education at the kindergarten and elementary levels. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department) EED 225 EED 325 Foundations of Literacy An initiation into the study of K-6 elementary literacy instruction, which focuses 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 all upper level courses in literacy. K-6 Literacy Methods 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. (Prereq.: MTLE, admission to the Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 121 Secondary Education department, and successful completion of EED 225. Day students must be registered concurrently for EED 326.) EED 326 122 Observation, analysis, and preparation of assessment tools and literacy materials for K-6 students in an elementary classroom setting. (Prereq.: MTLE, admission to the department, and successful completion of EED 225. Day students only. Students must be registered concurrently for EED 325.) Middle School Writing Methods (.5) 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. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department) K-6 Methods: Social Studies/Thematic Studies (.5 course) Examination and preparation of materials and resources for social studies and thematic teaching at the kindergarten and elementary levels. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department. Day students register concurrently with EED 380) Supervised Field Experience (.25) EED 331 EED 336 EED 370 EED 380 Kindergarten Methods (.5 course) Study and use of a variety of techniques and resources for teaching kindergarten. Fieldwork experience required. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department) EED 386 Children’s Literature (.5 course) 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. Advanced Literacy Methods (.5) 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, admission to the department, and successful completion of EED 225 and EED 325.) EED 341 K-6: Methods: Visual Arts (.25 course) Examination and preparation of materials and resources for visual arts at the kindergarten and elementary levels. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department) EED 342 K-6: Methods: Music (.25 course) Examination and preparation of materials and resources for music at the kindergarten and elementary levels. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department) EED 350 K-6 Methods: Mathematics Examination and preparation of materials and resources for mathematics at the kindergarten and elementary levels. Fieldwork experience required. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department. MPG3. MAT 137 recommended) EED 360 K-6 Methods: Science Examination and preparation of materials and resources for science at the kindergarten and elementary levels. Fieldwork experience required. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department) I Augsburg College 2010-2012 EED 399 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. EED 481, 483, 485 Student Teaching Two to three courses of full-time, supervised classroom experience. Required for licensure. Successful completion of student teaching occurs upon satisfactory completion of degree program and program portfolio. Meets Augsburg Experience requirement. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department) Secondary Education—ESE ESE 199 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. ESE 220 Introduction to Human Geography 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 Secondary Education school and high school social studies license. ESE 299 Directed Study See description on page 65. ESE 300 Reading/Writing in the Content Areas The study and use of a variety of middle school and secondary techniques and resources to teach reading and writing through the content areas. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department. Note: Students seeking the 5-12 communication arts/literature license do not need to take this course.) ESE 310 5-12 Methods: Social Studies Introduction to the teaching of the social sciences in middle and high schools. Emphasis on instructional strategies and curriculum development. Middle school portion required for elementary concentration in social studies taught concurrently as ESE 311 Middle School Methods: Social Studies (.5 course). Fieldwork experience required. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department) ESE 325 Creating Learning Environments An introduction to assessment, lesson planning, and classroom organization based in the Minnesota Graduation Rule, state testing, and national standards. Emphasis on creating environments conducive to learning. Fieldwork experience required. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department. Note: Students seeking 5-12 Health and K-12 PE licenses do not need to take this course.) ESE 330 5-12 Methods: Mathematics Introduction to the teaching of mathematics in middle and high schools. Emphasis on instructional strategies and curriculum development. Middle school portion required for elementary concentration in mathematics taught concurrently as ESE 331 Middle School Methods: Mathematics (.5 course). Fieldwork experience required. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department) ESE 340 5-12 Methods: Science Introduction to the teaching of the natural sciences in middle and high schools. Emphasis on instructional strategies and curriculum development. Middle school portion required for elementary concentration in science taught concurrently as ESE 341 Middle School Methods: Science (.5 course). Fieldwork experience required. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department) ESE 350 5-12 Methods: Literature and Reading 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. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department) ESE 351 5-12 Methods: Speaking and Listening (.5 course) 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. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department) ESE 352 5-12 Methods: Media Literacy (.5 course) Introduction to the teaching of media literacy in middle school and high school. Emphasis on instructional strategies and curriculum development. Required for communication arts/literature license. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department) ESE 360 K-12 Methods: Visual Arts Introduction to the teaching of visual arts in the schools. Emphasis on instructional strategies and curriculum development. Fieldwork experience required. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department) ESE 370 K-12 Methods: Music Introduction to the teaching of music in the schools. Emphasis on instructional strategies and curriculum development. Fieldwork experience required. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department) ESE 399 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. ESE 481, 483, 485 Student Teaching Two to three courses of full-time, supervised student teaching required for licensure. Secondary licenses require two courses. K-12 licenses require two to three. Successful completion of student teaching occurs upon satisfactory completion of licensure program and program portfolio. Meets Augsburg Experience requirement. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department) Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 123 Special Education Special Education: Emotional/Behavioral Disabilities and/or Special Education: Learning Disabilities—SPE The special education EBD and LD majors are available only through Weekend College; ideally, to people who are currently in schools working with students with these labels. These majors lead to Minnesota teaching licensure in special education with a specialty in emotional/behavioral disabilities and/or learning disabilities. Courses labeled SPE are to be taken during the final year of coursework while students are working in an EBD or LD setting. Variations on this ideal are possible; see the Education Department for more information. A graduate level licensure option is available through Weekend College. Licensure is obtained through a combination of graduate and undergraduate credits. tial adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Required Education Courses for LD: All courses for the EBD major, with the exception of SPE 430, plus: SPE 424 Etiology and Origins of Learning Disabilities SPE 434 Teaching Content Areas to Students with Learning Disabilities SPE 315 Critical Issues Seminar (.5 course) The purpose of this course is to discuss critical issues in the field, create a final portfolio synthesizing your coursework and experience, and prepare for student teaching. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department) SPE 400 Teaching Students with Emotional/Behavioral Disabilities This course presents an overview of learners with emotional and behavioral disabilities and learning disabilities. It addresses the historical and philosophical aspects of the EBD category, examines origins of student behavior and student learning styles, and addresses theoretical perspectives and conceptual models as they relate to this category of disability. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to the department) Required Non-major Courses: HPE 115 ENL 111 Chemical Dependency (.5) Effective Writing Required Education Courses for EBD: EDC 200 Orientation to Education in an Urban Setting EDC 210 Diversity in the Schools (.5) and EDC 211 Minnesota American Indians (.5) or EDC 206 Diversity/Minnesota American Indians EDC 220 Educational Technology (.5) EDC 310 Learning and Development EDC 410 Learners with Special Needs EED 225 Foundations of Literacy EED 325 K-6 Literacy Methods EED 350 K-6 Methods: Math EED 360 K-6 Methods: Science SPE 315 Critical Issues Seminar (.5) SPE 400 Teaching Students with Emotional and Behavior Disabilities SPE 410 Implementing Assessment Strategies SPE 420 Planning, Design, and Delivery SPE 430 Instructional and Behavioral Practices SPE 490 Parent and Professional Planning SPE 481, 483, 485, 487 Student Teaching Graduation Skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Quantitative Reasoning (QR), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major.­ Transfer students must consult an adviser about poten- 124 I Augsburg College 2010-2012 SPE 410 Implementing Assessment Strategies This course examines the assessment process from the pre-referral to the recommendation stage. Students gain understanding of key assessment tools and how they influence student placement and programming. A qualitative and person-centered assessment process is emphasized. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to the department) SPE 420 Planning, Design, and Delivery This course provides students with skills to write and implement individual program plans and to create effective learning environments for students labeled EBD. Particular attention is paid to inclusion models, diversity of student need, and forming partnerships with key school personnel. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to the department) SPE 424 Etiology and Origins of Learning Disabilities This course will focus on the history and context of learning disabilities (LD). This includes an in-depth look at the origin of learning disabilities, as well as various theoretical models (sociological, biological, psychological, cogni- Special Education tive, and behavioral) applied to understanding learning disabilities. The course will also provide a critique of current philosophical positions in the field. Students will also acquire knowledge related to accessing information relevant to the field of learning disabilities. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department) Special Education Minor SPE 430 Instructional and Behavioral Practices Required courses: This course examines behavioral support options used with students who are labeled EBD. It emphasizes the use of reflective, proactive and non-aversive approaches drawn from current best practices and including positive behavioral supports, person-centered planning and functional assessment. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to the department) PSY 105 SPE 434 Teaching Content Areas to Students with Learning Disabilities The special education minor requires six courses (five plus one prerequisite psychology course) that encompass an interdisciplinary perspective on the field of disability. The minor is designed to fit the needs of students in various disciplines interested in disability issues. This minor is available through the weekday program. EDC 410 EDU 491 SOC 231 Learners with Special Needs Practicum and Seminar in Special Education Family Systems: A Cross-Cultural Perspective Principles of Psychology Choose one from the following: PSY 250 PSY 251 PSY 252 Child Development Adolescent and Young Adult Aging and Adulthood Choose one from the following: This course will teach students to identify, adapt, and implement developmentally appropriate instruction that support the learning of students identified as having learning disabilities. The course will specifically focus on the areas of reading, writing, listening comprehension, math, reasoning, and problem-solving skills. There will be a strong focus on the modifications involved in these areas and the planning process involved. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department) SOC 265 SWK 260 SWK 301 PSY 357 PSY 359 Gender, Race, and Ethnicity Humans Developing History and Analysis of Social Policy Behavior Analysis Assessment SPE 490 Parent and Professional Planning EDU 491 Practicum and Seminar in Special Education This course examines the role of families of students with special needs, specifically those families of students labeled EBD. A family systems perspective is introduced and applied. The need to form strong connections with community agencies is emphasized. This course along with SPE 315 meets the senior keystone requirement in the core curriculum. (Prereq.: MTLE, admission to department, and ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111) 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.) Interested students should contact the director of special education at the outset of coursework. EDC 410 Learners with Special Needs (see EDC course descriptions) SPE 481, 483, Student Teaching 485, 487 Two to three courses of full-time, supervised student teaching required for licensure. Student teaching occurs during the last year of coursework within an internship context. Meets Augsburg Experience requirement. (Prereq.: MTLE and admission to department) Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 125 Engineering Engineering Augsburg College has cooperative arrangements with two universities to allow students to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree from Augsburg College and an engineering degree from either the University of Minnesota Institute of Technology, Minneapolis, or Michigan Technological University, Houghton, Michigan. Because of the special requirements and opportunities of these programs, early consultation with the Augsburg engineering adviser is necessary. Applications for these programs require the recommendation of the Augsburg engineering adviser. Contact Jeff Johnson, Physics Department, 612-330-1070. University of Minnesota The Institute of Technology and Augsburg cooperative arrangement provides for two dual degree engineering programs: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Engineering (BA/BE) enables students to receive a Bachelor of Arts degree from Augsburg College and a Bachelor of Engineering degree from the University of Minnesota. The program typically involves three years at Augsburg and two years at the Institute of Technology. Students may apply for the program after completing the sophomore year. At that time, they will be informed of their status in the program and any further conditions necessary for final acceptance into the program. Formal application to the Institute of Technology may be completed during the second semester of the junior year at Augsburg. Bachelor of Arts/Master of Engineering (BA/ME) enables students to receive a Bachelor of Arts degree from Augsburg College and a Master of Engineering degree from the University of Minnesota. This program involves four years at Augsburg and, typically, two years at the Institute of Technology. The curriculum is the same as the BA/BE curriculum with the addition of several extra courses that are completed at Augsburg during the senior year to minimize the number of undergraduate courses, if any, that students must take at the university before proceeding through the graduate curriculum. The number of such courses varies by IT department and area of emphasis within a department. Application for admission into the BA/ME program should be initiated during the second semester of the junior year at Augsburg. Formal application for the program may be completed during the senior year. Those admitted will receive special counseling from the Institute of Technology staff regarding courses that should be taken during the senior year at Augsburg. Participants in the BA/ME program are not guaranteed admission to the Institute of Technology. 126 I Augsburg College 2010-2012 Michigan Technological University This program enables students to receive a Bachelor of Arts degree from Augsburg and a Bachelor of Engineering degree from Michigan Technological University in a five-year period. The first three years are spent at Augsburg followed by two years at the affiliated university. Students accepted into the program will be considered for admission to the engineering school if they complete course requirements, have the requisite cumulative grade point average, and are recommended by the engineering adviser of Augsburg College. Students are also encouraged to explore opportunities for graduate work at Michigan Technological University. Further information on these and other graduate programs is available from the Augsburg engineering adviser. Financial Aid Students receiving financial aid who are participants in these dual degree programs will be encouraged to apply to the engineering school of their choice for continuing support. Their applications will be evaluated using need and academic performance as criteria. Degree and Major Requirements Minimum course requirements for admission to the dual-degree or three-two programs: CHM 115 CHM 116 CSC 170 ENL 111 PHY 121 PHY 122 General Chemistry General Chemistry Structured Programming Effective Writing General Physics I General Physics II Four mathematics courses are required: MAT 145 MAT 146 MAT 245 MAT 369 or PHY 327 Calculus I Calculus II Calculus III Modeling and Differential Equations Special Functions of Mathematical Physics Additional courses to meet general education requirements and a total of 24 courses at Augsburg. Normally MAT 145, 146 and PHY 121, 122 are taken in the first year. Students interested in chemical engineering also should take CHM 351, 352. English English—ENL Those who study English believe that an intense concern for words, ideas, and images helps people understand who they are and who they can become. Writing helps all of us clarify and share our thoughts. Literature helps us contemplate the pains and joys of human existence. Through the study of English we see life’s complexity, experience life as others do, and better understand the world in which we live and work. Students majoring in English have the opportunity to choose one of four concentrations: Literature, Language and Theory; Media Writing; Creative Writing; and Secondary Licensure in Communication Arts/Literature. English relates closely to other majors. With the other arts, English is concerned with the pleasure that comes from artistic creation and with the contemplation of works of art. With psychology and sociology, English is concerned with individual and group behavior. With philosophy, English is interested in ideas and in the relation between meaning and language. With science, English is interested in discovering order and determining structures. With speech and communication, English studies the effective use of language. With history and the other social sciences and humanities, English studies the way people have acted and thought at different times and in various cultures. The Augsburg Department of English integrates its program with the cultural opportunities of this vital urban area. Augsburg students can walk to assigned or recommended plays, films, and readings available near the campus. English majors have the opportunity to use and refine their skills through working in internships on and off campus, tutoring English Language Learners (ELL) students, or tutoring in the writing lab. Students with an Augsburg English major pursue careers in elementary, secondary, and college education, journalism, government, law, the ministry, library science, medicine, advertising, public relations, publishing, writing, and other professions and businesses. English Faculty Doug Green (Chair), Robert Cowgill, Cass Dalglish, Suzanne Donsky, John Harkness, Colin Irvine, Dan Jorgensen, Dallas Liddle, Scannell (James) McCormick, John Schmit, Kathryn Swanson, Mzenga Wanyama, Cary Waterman, Susan Williams Degree and Major Requirements Choosing a Concentration The English Literature, Language, and Theory concentration provides students various approaches to the life-enhancing study of the written word and visual text. Spotlight courses focus on specific authors, genres, or themes, and provoke discovery of new literary experiences. Courses in African American, Native American, Asian American, and post colonial literatures reconfigure the nature of traditional literary studies. Survey courses in English, American, and world literatures are organized by historical periods and provide a classically structured framework of study. Courses in literary theory demand the intense and intellectually challenging engagement of text, culture, and self. While some of our courses foreground theoretical approaches to literature and deeply examine race, class, and gender in the consideration of their subject matter, all of our courses infuse these concerns into their engagement with primary works of fiction, poetry, creative non-fiction, film, and drama. All literature classes involve students in dynamic and enjoyable literary examination, and are taught by professors who love teaching and who love literature. Our classes develop and demand the skills of aesthetic receptivity, perceptive and critical reading, open and clear speaking, and analytical and engaging writing — skills of the educated and employable citizen. The literature, language, and theory concentration offers courses of study cross-listed with American Indian Studies, Art, Communication Studies, Film, Theatre Arts, and Women’s Studies. The English Writing concentration is for students who intend to develop professional skills in either creative or media writing. Over the course of their study, students will master terminology; understand historical, legal, and ethical issues relevant to the field; and study the works of established writers and professionals. The writing major emphasizes expanding competencies in observation, research, and analysis that enable writers to gather material from a variety of sources and perspectives for their work. Writing majors will understand the interdisciplinary demands inherent in creative and media writing (including issues of design) and will enhance their appreciation of the aesthetic possibilities inherent in the writing life. Writing courses are taught by dedicated professors who are practicing writers themselves. The writing concentration offers courses of study cross-listed with Art, Communication Studies, and Theatre Arts. The Communication Arts/Literature Teacher Licensure major is for students who seek to be licensed to teach in Minnesota in communication arts/literature. Students are encouraged to take courses toward their major during the first and sophomore years, and to apply for the education licensure program no later than the spring of their junior year. Students in both programs must work with advisers in the English department and the education department in order to meet the professional requirements within the education department as well as the requirements for the major. Should licensure not be possible, graduation can be achieved through an English major, which requires at least two additional, specific courses, or through a communication studies major. Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 127 English Graduation Skills Graduation Skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. The Quantitative Reasoning (QR) graduation skill is met by completing the following courses: Concentrations in English Literature, Language, and Theory; English Writing; Creative Writing: QR/QFA: GST 200 or PHY 119; OR a QF: one of CHM 106, CHM 115, CHM 116, HON 220, MAT 114, MAT 129, MAT 137, MAT 138, MAT 145, MAT 146, MAT 163, MAT 173, PHY 103, PHY 106, or SCI 110; AND completion of either a:QA: ENL 327 Concentration in Media Writing: QR:--QF: one of CHM 106, CHM 115, CHM 116, HON 220, MAT 114, MAT 129, MAT 137, MAT 138, MAT 145, MAT 146, MAT 163, MAT 173, PHY 103, PHY 106, or SCI 110; AND completion of: QA: ENL 327 Communication Arts/Literature Teacher Licensure: QR:--QF: one of CHM 106, CHM 115, CHM 116, HON 220, MAT 114, MAT 129, MAT 137, MAT 138, MAT 145, MAT 146, MAT 163, MAT 173, PHY 103, PHY 106, or SCI 110; AND completion of: QA: COM 352 Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Major Requirements English Literature, Language, and Theory Concentration The concentration requires nine courses above ENL 111, or HON 111, or ENL 112. Students must take at least two 200-level literature courses as prerequisites for upper division courses in English, as well as either ENL 220 or ENL 221. No more than two 200-level literature courses may count for the major. Students must take at least five 300-level courses, with one each in British literature, American literature, and world literature. Majors must take at least one 400-level course with concurrent enrollment in ENL 490 English Keystone. Any 300-level course serves as a prerequisite for the 400-level. Minor in English Literature, Language, and Theory Five courses above ENL 111, or HON 111, or ENL 112 are required. One course must be ENL 220 or ENL 221; the remaining four must be literature, language, and theory courses, three of which must be upper division courses. English Writing Concentration Students must take 10 or 11 courses above ENL 111, or HON 128 I Augsburg College 2010-2012 111, or ENL 112, including three literature, language, and theory courses. At least one of these must be at the 300-level or higher. Creative Writing Emphasis Two introductory writing courses at the 200-level: ENL 226 (required) and either ENL 220 or 221. And a 300 level writing sequence: Either Fiction I and Fiction II (ENL 320 and 321), or Poetry I and Poetry II (ENL 322 and 323). And one elective from the following: ENL 227; ENL 228; ENL 320 or ENL 322; ENL 324; ENL/FLM 328; ENL/THR 325; an approved ACTC creative writing course; or an internship. And ENL 420, the keystone writing course. An additional art class is required, either Web Design I (ART 215) or Graphic Design (ART 225). Media Writing Emphasis Two introductory courses are required: Either ENL 227 or 228; and Either ENL 220 or 221. Also required, ENL 327 Quantitative Journalism; and two additional courses from the following: ENL 226, 227, 228, ENL 324; ENL/FLM 328; ENL/THR 325; an approved ACTC writing/reporting course; or an internship. And ENL 427, the Keystone Advanced Studies in Media Ethics and Theory. Additional art classes are required: Web Design I (ART 215) and Graphic Design (ART 225). Minor in Writing A minor with an open emphasis requires five writing courses above ENL 111, or HON 111, or ENL 112, including at least one course from the 200-level and two from the 300-level. A minor with a creative emphasis requires five writing courses above ENL 111, or HON 111, or ENL 112 and must include ENL 226, and at least three upper division creative writing courses, two of which must be a 300 two-course writing sequence. A minor with a media emphasis requires six courses above ENL 111, or HON 111, or ENL 112, and must include ENL 227 or 228, ENL 427, one design course, and three upper division media writing courses. Communication Arts/Literature Teacher Licensure Major Prerequisite: ENL 111, or HON 111, or ENL 112 Major Requirements (eight courses in English): ENL 220 Intermediate Expository Writing ENL 240 Introduction to Literary Study ENL 365 Contemporary Post-Colonial Fiction ENL 380 Introduction to the English Language ENL 396 Internship in Teaching Writing And three upper-division ENL Literature courses, one each in British, American, and world literature. Experiential Requirement (no credit) One college-level experience required in forensics, debate, English newspaper, literary journal, or related activity (subject to departmental approval). Additional Courses (outside the English Department): COM 112 Contest Public Speaking COM 243 Studio Production COM 254 Interpersonal Communication COM 352 Persuasion Special Methods (two courses) ESE 350 5-12 Methods: Literature and Reading ESE 351 5-12 Methods: Speaking and Listening (.5 course) ESE 352 5-12 Methods: Media Literacy (.5 course) Additional ESE and EDC courses are required for licensure. They include EDC 200, 210, 211, 220, 310; ESE 325, 350, 351, 352; EDC 410, 490; student teaching. In addition to consulting your designated ENL adviser, contact an education department adviser for information about education courses. Departmental Honors Students in Developmental Writing (ENL 101), Effective Writing (ENL 111), HON 111, or ENL 112 can elect the traditional grading system or P/N grading in consultation with their instructor up through the last week of class (without special permission/petition). Students who choose to receive a traditional grade in either course will receive a grade of N (one time only) if their work is below a 2.0. A student who repeats ENL 101 or 111 and does not receive a grade of 2.0 or higher, will receive a grade of 0.0. English Courses Service Courses: The department offers these service courses for students as required by a placement test. Note: First day attendance in all writing courses is mandatory for a student to hold his/her place in the course. ENL 101 Developmental Writing 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 2.0. GPA of 3.50 in the major and 3.00 overall; submit proposal to department chair by early October in senior year for department approval. Submit and defend paper before faculty committee. Honors project may receive independent study credit (refer to departmental guidelines). Other Requirements Transfer Students Note: Transfer undergraduate majors must take at least three of their English courses at Augsburg. Transfer students who minor in English must take at least two of their English courses at Augsburg. Transfer English education students with a BA in English from another college must take at least three of their English courses at Augsburg (preferably upper division courses). These courses must be taken before the department can recommend a student for student teaching. ENL 111 Effective Writing 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 2.0. HON 111 Effective Writing for Liberating Letters 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 2.0. The English Placement Test A writing sample is required of students to determine their placement in an appropriate writing class. Students having completed AP (Advanced Placement) courses in composition must have a score of 4 or 5. Students who need to develop competence in composition skills—such as stating and supporting a thesis, organizing clearly, and constructing paragraphs and sentences—are required to enroll in Developmental Writing (ENL 101) where they receive more individual instruction than is possible in Effective Writing (ENL 111). These students must pass Developmental Writing (ENL 101) with a grade of P, 2.0, or higher before enrolling in Effective Writing (ENL 111). Note: Students should register for ENL 101 during the first semester of attendance if possible. ENL 111, 112, or HON 111 should be completed, if possible, during the first year. ENL 112 Advanced Effective Writing 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 College. The minimum passing grade is 2.0. ENL 217/218 English for Language Learners Understanding spoken American English, speaking, reading college-level materials, and writing are the skills emphasized in these two courses. Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 129 English 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. or co-req.: ENL 111, or Hon 111, or ENL 112) ENL 255 American Indian Literature 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. Course cross-lists with American Indian Studies. (Prereq or co-req.: ENL 111, or HON 111, or ENL 112) Literature, Language, and Theory Courses: The 200-level courses in the literature, language, and theory track of the English major develop foundational competencies in reading and interpreting literary texts, and provide opportunities for diverse literary discovery. These courses require ENL 111, or HON 111, or ENL 112 as a prerequisite or co-requisite. ENL 240 Introduction to Literary Study 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. Required for communication arts/literature teacher licensure major. (Prereq or co-req.: ENL 111, or HON 111, or ENL 112) ENL 241 Introduction to Cinema Arts 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. (Prereq or co-req.: ENL 111, or HON 111, or ENL 112) ENL 250 American Voices 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. (Prereq.: ENL 111, or HON 111, or ENL 112) ENL 251 each will vary by term—check online course descriptions) ENL 260 Authors 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. (Prereq or co-req: ENL 111, or HON 111, or ENL 112) ENL 270 Themes 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 webpage for the title of a given section. (Prereq or co-req: ENL 111, or HON 111, or ENL 112) ENL 280 Genres 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 webpage for the title of a given section. (Prereq or co-req.: ENL 111, or HON 111, or ENL 112) Introduction to African-American Literature 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 explores various literary genres, representative authors, epochal texts, and literary and ideological movements that have contributed to the shaping of the African American literary tradition. (Prereq 130 Spotlight Courses: Offered Alternating Terms (Content for I Augsburg College 2010-2012 ENL 290 Explorations in Language and Theory 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 depart- English 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. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221, or one 200-level literature, language, or theory course, or consent of instructor.) mental webpage for the title of a given section. (Prereq or co-req: ENL 111, or HON 111, or ENL 112) The 300-level courses in the literature track in English concentrate on primary texts in historical and cultural contexts. These courses ask students to practice interpreting literary texts by employing techniques, terminology, and research methods of the discipline, resulting in effective and substantive expository writing about the subject. Unless otherwise indicated, students must take ENL 220 or 221 (see writing courses), or one 200-level literature, language, or theory course, or gain consent of the instructor as a prerequisite. ENL 336 British literature: The Age of Victoria 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. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221 or one 200level literature, language, or theory course, or consent of instructor.) British Literature ENL 330 Shakespeare Study of the bard’s major plays — comedies, histories, tragedies, and romances — for their literary, dramatic, and cultural significance. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221, or a 200-level literature, language, or theory course or THR 250, or consent of instructor.) ENL 332 Renaissance and Reformation 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. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221 or one 200-level literature, language, or theory course, or consent of instructor.) ENL 333 British and American Literature of the 17th and 18th Centuries: Strange Shores 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. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221 or one 200-level literature, language, or theory course, or consent of instructor.) ENL 334 British Literature: Reason and Romanticism 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, ENL 337 The British Novel: Love and Learn 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. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221 or one 200-level literature, language, or theory course, or consent of instructor.) ENL 338 Readings in British and Commonwealth Drama 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. THR 250 satisfies the prerequisite for this course. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221 or one 200-level literature course or THR 250, or consent of instructor.) ENL 339 Modern British and Irish Writers 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. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221 or one 200-level literature, language, or theory course, or consent of instructor.) Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 131 English American Literature 132 ENL 350 Readings in African-American Literature This advanced course in African-American Literature foregrounds representative moments in the development and production of AfricanAmerican Literature. The course offers students a chance to look in-depth at authors, themes, historical, and literary influences, and theoretical and ideological issues surrounding both classical and modern African American Literature. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221 or one 200-level literature, language, or theory course, or consent of instructor) ENL 351 19th Century American Literature 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. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221 or one 200-level literature, language, or theory course, or consent of instructor.) ENL 352 American Literature from 1900 to 1945 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. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221 or one 200-level literature, language, or theory course, or consent of instructor.) ENL 353 American Literature from 1945 to the Present 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. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221 or one 200-level literature, language, or theory course, or consent of instructor.) ENL 354 Contemporary American Poetry 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. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221 or one 200-level literature, language, or theory course, or consent of instructor.) I Augsburg College 2010-2012 ENL/AIS 355 Themes in American Indian Literature 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 American Indian studies. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221 or one 200level literature, language, or theory course, or consent of instructor.) ENL 358 Readings in American Drama 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. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221 or one 200-level literature course or THR 250, or consent of instructor.) World Literature in Translation ENL 360 The Classical Tradition 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. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221 or one 200level literature, language, or theory course, or consent of instructor.) ENL 361 The Medieval World 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. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221 or one 200-level literature, language, or theory course, or consent of instructor.) ENL 362 Renaissance to Modern Literature Study of masterpieces of literature, chiefly European, from the Renaissance to the mod- on technological advancements that altered the medium and influenced both narrative and documentary filmmakers. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221 or one 200-level literature, language, or theory course, or consent of instructor.) ern period, including such authors as Moliere, Cervantes, Rabelais, Voltaire, and Ibsen. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221 or one 200-level literature, language, or theory course, or consent of instructor.) ENL 365 Contemporary Post-Colonial Fiction ENL 380 Introduction to the English Language 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. Required for communication arts/literature teacher licensure major. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221 or one 200-level literature, language, or theory course, or consent of instructor.) A structural and historical overview of theoretical and social issues concerning the English language, including theories of language acquisition. Required for the communication arts/literature licensure major. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221 or one 200-level literature, language, or theory course, or consent of instructor.) ENL 367 Women and Fiction 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. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221 or one 200-level literature, language, or theory course, or consent of instructor.) ENL 368 Readings in World Drama 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.” (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221 or one 200-level literature course or THR 250, or consent of instructor.) Language, Media, and Theory ENL 371 History of Cinema 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 neo-realism and the French New Wave, on cultural contexts that influenced the reception of film art, and ENL 385 Language and Power 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. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221 or one 200-level literature, language, or theory course, or consent of instructor.) ENL 394 Composition Theory and Practice 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. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221 or one 200-level literature, language, or theory course, or consent of instructor.) The 400-level literature, language, and theory courses emphasize scholarship, criticism, and theory, and ask students to write and speak professionally about literary texts. Any 300-level literature course or consent of the instructor serve as a prerequisite for the 400-level. One 400-level course must fulfill the keystone requirement. ENL 410 Advanced Studies in Literature 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 webpage for the subject of a specific term, and get a complete course description in the English Department. (Prereq.: Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 133 English 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. (Prereq.: ENL 111, or HON 111, or ENL 112) Any 300-level literature course or consent of instructor) ENL 430 Advanced Studies in Language, Theory, and Method 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,” “Ecocriticism and the Nature of Reading,” “Readings in Theory,” and others. Check the departmental webpage for the subject of a specific term, and get a complete course description in the English Department. (Prereq.: Any 300-level literature course or consent of instructor) ENL 228 Broadcast and Online Journalism 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 radio and the internet. (Prereq.: ENL 111, or HON 111, or ENL 112) ENL 320 Fiction One 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. (Prereq.: ENL 226) Writing Courses Note: First day attendance in all writing courses is mandatory for a student to hold his/her place in the course. 134 ENL 220 Intermediate Expository Writing 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. Required for the communication arts/literature teacher licensure major. (Prereq.: ENL 111, or HON 111, or ENL 112) ENL 221 Expository Writing about the Arts and Popular Culture 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. (Prereq.: ENL 111, or HON 111, or ENL 112) ENL 223 Writing for Business and the Professions This practical course is designed to improve writing skills for those entering business and professional careers. (Prereq.: ENL 111, or HON 111, or ENL 112) ENL 226 Introduction to Creative Writing 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. (Prereq.: ENL 111, or HON 111, or ENL 112) ENL 227 Journalism An introductory newswriting course with I Augsburg College 2010-2012 ENL 321 Fiction Two 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. (Prereq.: ENL 320 or review and acceptance by instructor of four story drafts written by the student and offered as work the student will refine in Fiction Two.) ENL 322 Poetry One 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. (Prereq.: ENL 226) ENL 323 Poetry Two 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. (Prereq.: ENL 322 or review and acceptance by instructor of a collection of poetry written by the student.) ENL 324 Creative Nonfiction In this writing workshop, students develop a portfolio of creative works in the “fourth genre,” 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. (Prereq.: ENL 220, or 221, or 226, or 227, or 228; and any 300-level media writing course.) which may include memoir; personal essays; flash nonfiction; researched feature stories; mixed media, hypertext, and fragmented nonfiction; and lyric essays. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221 or 226) ENL/THR 325 Playwriting 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. (Prereq.: ENL 111 and junior or senior standing, or consent of theatre department chair. THR 250 or ENL 226 recommended.) ENL 327 Quantitative Journalism: Computer-Assisted Reporting and Research This course introduces students to computerassisted informational investigation and the interpretation of quantitative data in the writing of news reports and news features. This course is designed for persons wishing to explore the use of computer-assisted research and for those preparing to enter the communication professions. (Prereq.: ENL 227 or 228, MPG 3, and a Quantitative Foundations course. See full list of prerequisites in Augnet Records and Registration.) ENL/FLM 328 Screenwriting 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. (Prereq.: ENL 220 or 221, or 226, or 228) ENL 420 Advanced Studies in Writing 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 webpage. (Prereq.: Any 300-level writing course) ENL 427 Advanced Studies in Media Ethics and Theory 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 ENL 490 English Keystone   (.0 course) Students seeking keystone credit must register for this no credit, P/N course, along with ENL 410, 420, or 430. Directed Studies, Internships, and Independent Studies ENL 291/391 Experiences in Thai Education and Culture 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. ENL 299 Directed Study ENL 396 On-Campus Internships 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. ENL 399 Off-Campus Internships ENL 499 Independent Study and Honors Projects 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. Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 135 Environmental Studies Environmental studies is the interdisciplinary investigation of human relations with the natural environment. The program pursues a multifaceted examination — across the natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, and professional studies — of the interdependence shared by people and nature. It provides an understanding of the material world as well as the ecological, social, and cultural processes and problems that bind that world together. Through the study of politics, biology, literature, chemistry, social work, economics, and history, environmental studies students focus on the most pressing local, regional, national, and global issues of our day. Augsburg College’s location in the city offers a particular opportunity for the close study of complex urban environments. Although many equate environmental issues with rural areas, most people live in cities. Urban residents shape nature in innumerable ways, including through energy, food, and water consumption; transportation; and industrial production. In turn, cities often serve as the settings in which environmental injustice flourishes. With that in mind, Augsburg’s environmental studies program fosters the simultaneous study of ecological quality and social justice. The program provides undergraduate training leading to a BA or a minor in environmental studies. Upon completion of the program, students will be able to comprehend ecological processes, recognize the many and varied forms of nature in the city, distinguish stakeholders’ interests in policy debates, decipher the context and variety of human experiences in nature, identify inequities in the access to and use of natural resources, and articulate responses grounded in multiple disciplinary insights to current urban environmental challenges. Drawing on their experiences in settings as diverse as the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood, the upper Mississippi River Valley, and Mexico, graduates of the program pursue vocations in nonprofit organizations, government policy and planning positions, law, education, ministry, and corporate settings. Environmental Studies Faculty Michael Lansing (History, Director), Kristen Chamberlain (Communication Studies), Christina Erickson (Social Work), Keith Gilsdorf (Economics), John Harkness (English), Colin Irvine (English), Joan Kunz (Chemistry), Joe Underhill (Political Science), John Zobitz (Mathematics). Major Fourteen Courses (standard track or HECUA track) Standard Track Requirements (14 course credits): Core courses: ENV 100 SCI 106 SWK 210 136 Environmental Connections Introductory Meteorology Environmental Justice and Social Change I Augsburg College 2010-2012 POL 241 or INS 342 or POL 325 or POL 341/ WST 341 or SOC 381 ENL 270 or REL 313/ WST 313 HIS 316 ECO 365 ENV 399 ENV 490 Environmental and River Politics River Politics Field Seminar Politics and Public Policy Environmental Politics (CGE) The City and Metro Urban Planning Rites of Thematic Passage (Literature and Landscape) Environmental Theology and Ethics (CGE) U.S. Urban Environmental History Environmental Economics and Sustainable Development Internship Environmental Studies Independent Project (Keystone) Biology requirements: BIO 151 BIO 152 BIO 481 Introductory Biology Ecology, Evolution, and Diversity Ecology Chemistry requirements: CHM 105 CHM 106 or CHM 115 CHM 116 Principles of Chemistry I Principles of Chemistry II General Chemistry I General Chemistry II (depends on MPG score) HECUA Track Requirements (14 course credits): ENV 100 SWK 210 ENL 270 Environmental Connections Environmental Justice and Social Change Rites of Thematic Passage (Literature and Landscape) Environmental Theology and Ethics (CGE) or REL 313/ WST 313 HIS 316 U.S. Urban Environmental History INS 345, INS 346, INS 399 (HECUA Environmental Sustainability Semester, four course credits: Adaptive Ecosystem Management; Social Dimensions of Environmental Change, Field/Research Methods and Investigation, Internship and Integration Seminar) SBS 499 Environmental Studies Independent Project (Keystone) Biology requirements: BIO 151 BIO 152 BIO 481 Introductory Biology Ecology, Evolution, and Diversity Ecology Chemistry requirements: CHM 105 CHM 106 or CHM 115 CHM 116 Principles of Chemistry I Principles of Chemistry II General Chemistry I General Chemistry II (depends on MPG score) Environmental Studies Minor (Seven courses) ENV 100 CHM 105 or CHM 115 BIO 151 BIO 152 SWK 210 HIS 316 or ENL 270 or REL 313/ WST 313 POL 241 or INS 342 or POL 325 or POL 341/ WST 341 or ECO 365 Environmental Connections Principles of Chemistry I General Chemistry I Introductory Biology Ecology, Evolution, and Diversity Environmental Justice and Social Change U.S. Urban Environmental History Rites of Thematic Passage Environmental Theology and Ethics (CGE) and examine vocational issues through the study of an environmental problem. Vocational questions will also be formally explored. (Prereq.: ENV 100, BIO 152, CHM 106 or 116, SWK 210, HIS 316, and ENV 399) Environmental and River Politics River Politics Field Seminar Politics and Public Policy Environmental Politics (CGE) Environmental Economics and Sustainable Development    or SOC 381 The City and Metro-Urban Planning Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Quantitative Reasoning (QR), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Environmental Studies Courses ENV 100 Environmental Connections 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. (Social and Behavioral Sciences LAF, fall) ENV 490 Environmental Studies Independent Project 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, Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 137 Film, Finance, Foreign Languages, French, German Film See listing under Communication Studies. Finance See listing under Business Administration. Foreign Languages See listing under Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies. French See listing under Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies. German See listing under Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies. 138 I Augsburg College 2010-2012 Health, Physical Education, and Exercise Science Health, Physical Education, and Exercise Science— HPE All students at Augsburg College will interact at some point during their college experience with the Department of Health, Physical Education, and Exercise Science. The philosophy of the department is to provide quality experiences, preparation for the professions, and an education that leads to lifelong participation in physical activity. Both recreational participants as well as athletes will find ample opportunity for developmental activities. The physical education program prepares students for careers in physical education endeavors in the schools and in allied professions. It also provides general education in physical activity for all Augsburg students. The health education program prepares students for careers in school health education and wellness. This program offers a comprehensive view that examines prevention and promotion needs for individuals, schools, and the community. The health fitness program prepares students with practical application of the knowledge needed to become a health fitness or community health professional. Interested students will also be prepared to move on to graduate or professional school in any of the allied health fitness professions. All students seeking teaching licensure must receive a minimum grade of 2.0 in all required courses with an HPE prefix. Health and Physical Education Faculty HPE 410 HPE 450 BIO 103 PSY 250 or PSY 252 Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Quantitative Reasoning (QR), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Health Education Minor HPE 104, 110, 114, 115, 316, 320, 390, 450, BIO 103. (There is no teaching minor in Minnesota public schools.) Teaching Licensure The Minnesota Board of Teaching has specific licensing requirements for teachers that may be subject to change after the publication of this catalog. It is the responsibility of the student to consult with the Augsburg Department of Education to identify current Minnesota teacher licensure requirements. A Bachelor of Science degree is available for students seeking teacher licensure. Students must consult with a faculty adviser concerning the Augsburg Core Curriculum requirements under the Bachelor of Science option. Physical Education Physical Education Major Eileen Kaese Uzarek (Chair), Jennifer Britz, Chris Brown, Anthony Clapp, Carol Enke, Marilyn Florian, Aaron Griess, Melissa Lee, Mike Navarre, Missy Strauch HPE 104 HPE 114 HPE 115 HPE 205 Degree and Major Requirements HPE 220 HPE 254 Health Education Health Education Major HPE 104 HPE 110 HPE 114 HPE 115 HPE 215 HPE 316 HPE 320 HPE 357 HPE 358 HPE 390 Components of Fitness Training Personal and Community Health Health and Safety Education Chemical Dependency Education Health and Exercise Psychology Human Sexuality School Health Curriculum Measurement in Health, Physical Education, and Fitness Assessment in Health and Physical Education Instructional Methods and Materials in Health Education Administration and Supervision of the School Health Program Current Health Issues Human Anatomy and Physiology Child Development Adolescent and Young Adult Development HPE 275 HPE 324 HPE 334 HPE 335 HPE 340 HPE 350 HPE 351 HPE 357 HPE 358 HPE 473 BIO 103 Components of Fitness Training Health and Safety Education Chemical Dependency Education Introduction to Health, Physical Education, and Health Fitness Motor Learning Introduction to Developmental and Adapted Physical Education Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries K-6 PE Games and Activities 7-12 Sport Skills and Activities Outdoor Education Organization and Administration of Physical Education Programs Kinesiology Physiology of Exercise Measurement in Health, Physical Education, and Fitness Assessment in Health and Physical Education Physical Education Curriculum Human Anatomy and Physiology Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 139 Health, Physical Education, and Exercise Science Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. Consult your department chair or academic adviser for requirements for meeting the Quantitative Reasoning (QR) graduation skill. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Physical Education Minor HPE 104, 115, 205, 324, 334, 351. (There is no teaching minor in Minnesota public schools) Coaching Certification The Minnesota Board of Teaching does not require coaching certification. The following courses are recommended for those interested in coaching in Minnesota public schools: HPE 114 Safety Education HPE 275 Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries HPE 280 Coaching Theory The MSHSL requires all head varsity coaches of interscholastic sports to complete a coaching effectiveness program offered through the MSHSL. HPE 490 Health Fitness Seminar and Keystone HPE 450 Current Health Issues HPE 497 or 499 Internship in Health Fitness BIO 103 Human Anatomy and Physiology Select and complete one (1) of the following two (2) courses: HPE 315 Exercise Testing and Prescription or HPE 330 Community Health Methods Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Quantitative Reasoning (QR), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Health and Physical Education HPE 001 Foundations of Fitness This course is required of all Augsburg students outside the HPE major. It seeks to improve the student’s knowledge and understanding of the components of physical fitness and how they contribute to personal lifelong health and well being. This course is designed to not only provide knowledge but the skills an individual can use to assess, monitor, and discipline him/ herself to maintain a lifestyle of fitness and wellness. (Fall, spring) Teaching Licensure The Minnesota Board of Teaching has specific licensing requirements for teachers that may be subject to change after the publication of this catalog. It is the responsibility of the student to consult with the Augsburg Department of Education to identify current Minnesota teacher licensure requirements. A Bachelor of Science degree is available for students seeking teacher licensure. Students must consult with a faculty advisor concerning the Augsburg Core Curriculum requirements under the Bachelor of Science option. Exercise Science Exercise Science Major HPE 104 HPE 110 HPE 114 HPE 115 HPE 205 HPE 215 HPE 275 HPE 300 HPE 305 HPE 350 HPE 351 HPE 357 HPE 430 140 Components of Fitness Training Personal and Community Health Health and Safety Education Chemical Dependency Education Introduction to Health, Physical Education and Fitness Health and Exercise Psychology Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries Nutrition (HLTH 345 Nutrition at Univ. of St. Thomas) Stress Management Kinesiology Physiology of Exercise Measurement in Health, Physical Education, and Fitness Epidemiology (HLTH 400 Epidemiology at Univ. of St. Thomas) I Augsburg College 2010-2012 HPE 002, 003 Lifetime Activity (.0 course) (.0 course) Lifetime activity courses are designed to improve proficiency in a selected physical activity. Students will be able to understand and demonstrate basic skills, strategy, and rules of the activity. (Fall, spring) HPE 104 Components of Fitness Training 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 and Spring) HPE 110 Personal and Community Health Concepts and practices of health and healthful living applied to the individual and the community. (Prereq.: ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111. Fall) HPE 114 Health and Safety Education (.5 course) Health, Physical Education, and Exercise Science Principles and practices of safety education in school and community life. National Safety Council First Aid and CPR certification. (Fall, Spring) HPE 115 Chemical Dependency Education 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) HPE 205 Introduction to Health, Physical Education, and Health Fitness (.5 course) An introduction to the professional field of health, physical education, and fitness. Includes history, current trends and professional opportunities related to health, human performance, and wellness. Students also will examine the components of a healthy lifestyle found on the wellness continuum. (Spring) HPE 315 Exercise Testing and Prescription 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 Health Fitness Instructor (HFI) certification exam. (Prereq.: MPG III, HPE 357. Fall) (.5 course) HPE 215 Health and Exercise Psychology 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. Examples of topics covered include: anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD, perceived exertion, and self-efficacy. (Spring) HPE 220 Motor Learning The study of the processes associated with developing motor skills and performance, and how this relates to motor development. (Spring) HPE 316 Human Sexuality A study of the psychological, social, and biological components of human sexuality (Prereq.: HPE 110. Spring) HPE 320 School Health Curriculum 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. (Prereq.: HPE 110. Fall even years) Introduction to Developmental/Adapted Physical Education (.5 course) 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. (Fall) (.5 course) HPE 324 K-6 PE Games and Activities This course integrates theory and practice in teaching age and skill appropriate activities to elementary students. Fieldwork experience is a requirement in this course. (Prereq.: HPE 104 and 205. Spring) (.5 course) HPE 254 (.5 course) (.5 course) HPE 334 7-12 Sport Skills and Activities Theory and practice in skills, teaching and officiating selected games and activities. Fieldwork experience is a requirement in this course. (Prereq.: HPE 104 and 205. Fall) (.5 course) HPE 335 Outdoor Education 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. (Prereq.: HPE 104, HPE 114, HPE 205. fall, even years; spring, even years) (.5 course) HPE 275 Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries (.5 course) Emphasis placed on preventing and treating common athletic injuries. Practical experience in taping and training room procedures. A lab accompanies this course. (Prereq.: HPE 114. Spring) HPE 340 HPE 280 Coaching Theory (.5 course) Organization and Administration of Physical Education Programs (.5 course) Theory, philosophy, organization, and supervision of coaching. Includes psychology of sport and how psychological factors affect participation in sport. A survey of management, leadership, and decision making for physical education and athletic programs. (Prereq.: HPE 205 and pass CT assessment or GST 100. Fall) Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 141 Health, Physical Education, and Exercise Science 142 HPE 350 Kinesiology 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. (Prereq.: BIO 103. Co-req.: HPE 357. Fall) HPE 351 Physiology of Exercise 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. (Prereq.: ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111, BIO 103. Spring) HPE 357 Measurement of Health, Physical Education, and Health Fitness (.5 course) Concepts of statistics and the use of statistical procedures in health, fitness, and physical education programs. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability, estimation, ANOVA, correlation, and linear regression. (Prereq.: MPG 3, HPE 104, and either HPE 110 or HPE 205. Fall) HPE 358 Assessment of Health and Physical Education (.5 course) Standards, assessment, and evaluation of tests in health and physical education. (Prereq.: HPE 104, 357 and either HPE 110 or HPE 205. Fall) school health programs and resources. (Prereq.: HPE 110. Fall, even years) HPE 450 Current Health Issues (.5 course) This course uses critical thinking skills to examine current health issues in text and media from a sociological, political, economic, and medical perspective. (Prereq.: HPE 110 and pass CT assessment or GST 100. Fall, odd years) HPE 473 Physical Education Curriculum (.5 course) 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. (Prereq.: HPE 205. Fall) HPE 490 Health Fitness Seminar and Keystone This course will provide the student with the pinnacle component of the Health Fitness 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. The student will choose a research topic in the field of kinesiology or exercise physiology, design a research study, recruit subjects, conduct testing, evaluate data, and present their research to the Health and Physical Education Department at the end of the semester. The student will also choose from a number of options to advance their career and improve their marketability in the field. (Prereq.: HPE 350 and HPE 351) HPE 365 Physical Education Methods (K-6) 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. (Prereq.: HPE 104, HPE 324. Fall) Internships and Independent Study Courses HPE 368 Physical Education Methods (7-12) HPE 199 Internship Procedures, materials, and issues involved in teaching physical education in secondary schools. Fieldwork experience is a requirement in this course. (Prereq.: HPE 104, HPE 334. Spring) See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off campus, credit options) on page 64. HPE 390 Instructional Methods and Materials in Health Education HPE 299 Directed Study See description on page 65. 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. (Prereq.: HPE 110. Spring) HPE 410 Administration and Supervision of the School Health Program (.5 course) Historical background, legal basis, and school health services relationship to community and I Augsburg College 2010-2012 HPE 397/399 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off campus, credit options) on page 64. HPE 499 Independent Study/Research See description on page 65. Open only to junior or senior majors. History History—HIS Department of Education to identify current Minnesota teacher licensure requirements. History is to society what memory is to an individual; it brings to a civilization an understanding of its identity. The distinguished medievalist J. R. Strayer expressed it this way: “No community can survive and no institution can function without constant reference to past experience. We are ruled by precedents fully as much as by laws, which is to say that we are ruled by the collective memory of the past. It is the memory of common experiences that makes scattered individuals into a community.” The study of history enables us to deal more knowledgeably with continuity and change in society. The construction of an informed sense of our past is a fundamental ingredient in appreciating and understanding the present as well as anticipating the future. History majors are prepared to be active and contributing members of their society. The study of history, which has long held a major role in the liberal arts, is an entry to elementary and secondary education, graduate study in many fields, and a wide range of employment opportunities that require abilities in communication, conceptualization, and processing of information. Minor History Faculty Prerequisites Phillip C. Adamo (Chair), Jacqueline deVries, Bill Green, Don Gustafson, Michael Lansing Satisfactory completion of a lower division course (100- or 200level) is normally required before enrolling in an upper division course (300- and 400-level). See instructor for permission. Degree and Major Requirements Transfer Students Major Nine courses (including HIS 280 and 480). At least four of these courses must be upper division. A major must have at least one course (either survey or upper level) from each of the four areas: ancient and medieval, modern Europe, United States, and non-Western. Five courses, at least three of which must be upper division. Departmental Honors GPA of 3.60 in the major and 3.00 overall; except in special instances, application before the end of the first term of the junior year; two years of a foreign language at the college level (or its equivalent); an honors thesis (equal to one course credit) to be defended before a faculty committee. Medieval Studies The History Department also hosts the major in medieval studies. For more information, please refer to “Medieval Studies” in this catalog. Other Requirements First-year students should enroll in one or more of the 100-level courses. 200-level courses are normally reserved for sophomore or upper division students. Upper division courses are numbered 300 and above. Transfer students planning a major must normally take at least three of their courses at Augsburg including HIS 280 and 480. A minor normally requires two courses taken at Augsburg. History Courses Graduation Skills HIS 101 The Beginning of Western Culture The Critical Thinking (CT) graduation skill is embedded throughout the offered courses and is met by completing the major. Speaking and Writing skills are also developed throughout the major, but are given special emphasis in the following courses (both required for majors): S: HIS 480 W: HIS 280 and HIS 480 The Quantitative Reasoning (QR) graduation skill may be fulfilled by taking HIS 369, GST 200, MAT 145, MAT 146, MAT 163, or PHI 230. 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. HIS 102 The Shaping of Western Civilization A consideration of European institutions and values from the waning of the Middle Ages through the remodeling of Europe by Napoleon. HIS 103 The Modern World Teaching Licensure A study of the main currents in Western civilization from the time of Napoleon to the present. The State of Minnesota has specific licensing requirements for teachers that may differ slightly in emphasis from the Augsburg major requirements. The state requirements may also be subject to change after publication of this catalog. Students therefore should consult with the Augsburg HIS 104 The Modern Non-Western World An introduction to various centers of cultural and political power in Asia and Africa of the last 200 years. Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 143 History HIS 120 America to 1815 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, enslavement of African peoples, the creation of the United States, and internal as well as foreign conflicts in that nation’s early years. (Prereq.: Pass CT assessment or GST 100) HIS 121 19th-Century United States A survey of United States history from 18151900, 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. (Prereq.: Pass CT assessment or GST 100) HIS 122 20th-Century United States 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. (Prereq.: Pass CT assessment or GST 100) HIS 150/350 Latin American History 144 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 indepen- I Augsburg College 2010-2012 dence movements, neocolonialism, dependency and underdevelopment, ecological transformations, the Latino/a diaspora, and the struggles of indigenous communities. (Prereq.: Consent of instructor required for HIS 350) HIS/WST 155/355 Cultural Conflict and Change in Latin America Center for Global Education course. See International Studies, Sustainable, Development and Social Change (Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua) HIS 162/462 20th-Century South Asia This course explores the processes of colonialism, nationalism, de-colonization, and independence in the area now politically known as India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. Upper division students will have additional assignments and different exams from lower division. (Prereq.: Consent of instructor required for HIS 462) HIS 195 Topics in History 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. HIS 225 History of the Twin Cities 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. HIS 234 Minnesota History 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. HIS 236 American Indian History 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 inter-governmental relations. HIS 241 Topics in African American History 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. HIS 242 History of African American Civil Rights, 1619-1915 A survey of the development of African History American civil rights focusing on legal, economic, and political issues influenced by race and class, emphasizing emancipation and integration of slaves and former slaves. HIS 243 History of African American Civil Rights, 1915-1972 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. HIS 316 U.S. Urban Environmental History A chronological exploration of the interactions between Americans and the nonhuman world, with particular attention to urban and suburban areas. Topics include the commodification of nature, the death of the organic city, political movements organized around nature, ways of knowing nature, environmental justice, and relationships between culture and nature. Additionally, students will use both primary sources and fieldwork to explore the specific environmental history of a Minneapolis neighborhood. HIS 249/349 The Designed Environment 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. (Prereq.: None for HIS 249; ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111, and an ART, HIS, or urban studies course for HIS 349) HIS 280 The History Workshop 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. (Prereq.: ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111) HIS 282 The History of Women Since 1848 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, ethnic, and sexual differences among women. HIS 323 Modern China 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. HIS 327 Racism and Resistance in Southern Africa and the U.S. Center for Global Education course. See International Studies section, Nation Building, Globalization, and Decolonizing the Mind (Namibia) HIS 331 Topics in United States History 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. HIS 332 History of United States Foreign Relations 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. HIS 300 Public History HIS 335 American Urban History Public history is the practice of historical methods with a 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. 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. HIS 311 Topics in Women’s History 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. HIS 336 American Labor History 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. Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 145 History 146 HIS 338 American Legal History HIS 355 Cultural Conflict and Change in Latin America 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. (Prereq.: Pass CT assessment or GST 100) A version of HIS 350 taught on-site in Mexico through Augsburg’s Center for Global Education. Cross-listed with Women’s Studies. HIS 343 The North American West This course reckons with the contest of colonial powers in North America, the American conquest of the region, the role of the federal government in shaping the West, the rise of the most urban part of the United States, and the important role that the West plays in modern American culture. Themes include the persistence of Native peoples, ethnicity, race, and gender in Western daily and political life, the creation of an international borderlands, and the ecological transformation of Western landscapes. HIS 346 Namibia and South Africa: A Historical Perspective 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. (International Studies— Namibia) HIS 348 Russia and the Soviet Union in the 20th Century 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. HIS 350 Cultural Conflict and Change in Latin America For course description, see HIS 150. HIS 360 Ancient Egypt and Classical Greece 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. HIS 361 Hellenistic Greece and Rome 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. HIS 369 The Early and High Middle Ages 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. (Prereq.: MPG 3) HIS 370 The Late Middle Ages to 1648 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. HIS 352 Modern Germany HIS 374 Medieval Crusades A survey of the social, political, and cultural development of modern Germany, focusing on the question of Germany’s sonderweg (special path) and examining such topics as romanticism, unification, the rise of national socialism, and the Holocaust. 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. HIS 354 Modern Britain and Ireland 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. I Augsburg College 2010-2012 HIS 378 Medieval Church This course examines the history of the medieval church from Constantine the Great to Martin Luther (c. 300 to c. 1517 AD). It uses History 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. Crosslisted with REL 378. HIS 440 Topics in World History 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. HIS 462 20th-Century South Asia For course description, see HIS 162. HIS 474 The World and the West 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. HIS 480 Seminar 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. Permission of the instructor is required. This course fulfills the keystone requirement. (Prereq.: HIS 280 and ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111. Generally offered fall and spring terms.) Internships and Independent Study Courses HIS 199 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. HIS 299 Directed Study See description on page 65. A maximum of one course in directed study may be applied to the major. HIS 399 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. HIS 499 Independent Study/Research See description on page 64. A maximum of one course in independent study may be applied to the major. (Prereq.: 3.50 GPA in history) Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 147 Honors Program Honors Program—HON The Augsburg Honors Program offers an adventurous education where students with a passion for ideas can be their best. We offer a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for students committed to an exceptional higher education. Augsburg’s Honors Program is unlike any other honors program in the nation because it gives students the resources and freedom to build their own ideal higher education. Students have the opportunity to create their own courses, edit and write for the Augsburg Honors Review of Undergraduate Scholarship, participate in an intramural debate league, belong to an Honors House, and learn through small reading groups, research projects, and travel around the world. Each Honors course has been specifically created for Honors students and includes a challenging “signature experience” such as writing a play, putting great books on trial, or attending music, theatre, and art perfomances. Honors courses bring in professors from several different departments so students can learn from talented professors teaching their specialties. For information, contact Robert C. Groven, Honors Program Director, at honors@augsburg.edu. Honors Program Recognition Students who finish the Honors Program requirements satisfy all general education requirements, except those for physical education and modern language. Honors students also receive special transcript notation, special graduation recognition, résumé-building positions, and special access to academic advising and career options. Honors Admission Requirements and Academic Scholarships Students with a demonstrated record of achievement are eligible to enter the Augsburg Honors Program. Prospective students may demonstrate achievement in a variety of ways. Most students who are admitted have a composite ACT score of 27 or higher (or a combined SAT score of 1250 or higher), and a high school G.P.A. of 3.50 or higher. However, students without these numeric requirements may be eligible if they have exceptional records of extracurricular activity or other exceptional experiences. All students are encouraged to apply. To apply, students should fill out the online application at www.augsburg/honors.edu. Students applying for the Honors Program also automatically apply for the College’s highest academic scholarships: the President’s, Honors Regents’, International President’s, and Harwick/Agre Scholarships. Qualifying Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, College in the Schools, and Postsecondary Option courses may satisfy Honors Program requirements, and/or be granted college credit. Contact Academic Advising or the Honors program director for further information. 148 I Augsburg College 2010-2012 Students may enter the Honors Program at three points: first semester of first year, second semester of first year, or first semester of sophomore year. Students who enter during the second semester of the first year must fulfill all remaining Honors requirements, may substitute REL 100 for HON 100, and may be excused from taking HON 120. Students who enter the first semester of the sophomore year must fulfill remaining Honors requirements, and may substitute REL 100 for HON 100, may substitute two non-Honors humanities liberal arts foundation courses for HON 130, may substitute ENL 111 for HON 111, and may be excused from taking HON 120. Scholars Program for Advanced Transfer Students Students with more than 16 credits in transfer work may enter the Scholars Program but may not enter the Honors Program. The Scholars Program allows students to enroll in Honors courses, join an Honors House, and participate in all Honors Program activities. In order to graduate with the Scholars Program transcript designation, students must join an Honors House and participate in required meetings, maintain an overall GPA of 3.50 or higher, and take HON 340, HON 490, and two other full-credit Honors courses. Honors Co-Curricular Activities Honors Houses: All Honors students must belong to an Honors House for the purpose of receiving academic advising and program information. All Honors students are required to attend mandatory meetings of the Honors Program or of their Houses. These meetings are necessary for advising, information, and governance. When students enter the Honors Program they choose to join one of the four Honors Houses: The Crockett Scholars House coordinates scholarship, research, fellowship, major award or prize opportunities, and graduate school placement for all Honors students. Crockett House also organizes events related to scholarship such as College scholarship events. The Pike Stewards House coordinates public relations, job placement, and fundraising opportunities for all Honors students. Pike House also organizes events for alumni and fundraising. The Griffin Citizens House coordinates recruiting, social activities, admission and scholarship applications, and the Honors website opportunities for all Honors students. Griffin House also organizes events for recruiting and socializing, such as banquets, parties, and high school recruiting trips. The Hesser Servants House coordinates service-learning, social justice, experiential learning, and political activity opportunities for all Honors students. Hesser House also organizes related events, such as honors service days and Augsburg experiences. Augsburg Honors Review: Students manage, edit, write, and publish an interdisciplinary journal of undergraduate scholarship. The Review accepts submissions from students at Augsburg and other colleges and universities around the nation. Honors Program Honors Disputation League: Students organize, coach, research, write, and rehearse as teams which then compete in intramural debate tournaments held four times each year. • HON 220: Scholar Scientist (satisfies non-lab natural sciences and mathematics LAF and quantitative reasoning skill requirements) Student Leadership Opportunities: Students elected to leadership Second Year: Spring within their Honors House may serve as House Presidents or serve in other program leadership positions. The House Presidents sit on the Honors Student Presidents Council and make critical decisions about program courses and resources. • HON 240: Science, Technology, and Citizenship (satisfies natural sciences and mathematics lab LAF) Student-Created Learning Experiences (SCLE) Honors students may learn through established courses or through student-created learning experiences. These student created experiences may substitute for Honors curricular requirements, or may simply enrich a student’s education. Such student-created experiences may count toward requirements in majors and satisfy Honors requirements, or simply be an elective course. Student-created learning experiences may take almost any form. Some possible forms include: • Student-created courses (created in collaboration with faculty) • Full course (10-20 students) • Reading Groups (2-9 students) • Individual Reading and Examination (individual study) • Student/Faculty Research (may be one or many students) Process: A student-created learning experience may be proposed by any Honors student or by any Augsburg faculty or staff person. The interested student should speak with either an Honors Council Member or the Honors Program Director. Next, a proposal should be drafted in accord with the Honors student-created learning experience form. Finally, the proposal should be submitted by the student to the Honors Program Director who will carry the proposal to the Honors Council for review. Honors Established Curriculum These requirements are normally taken in the order listed below, but can be taken out of order if schedule conflicts require it. First Year: Fall • First-year students select Honors House membership. • First-year students not permitted to join Augsburg Honors Review or Honors Disputation League. • HON 100 Christian Vocation and the Search for Meaning I • HON 120 Scholar Citizen (includes theatre lab, satisfies speech skill and critical thinking skill requirements) First Year: Spring • HON 130 Liberating Letters (humanities LAF and speaking skill) • HON 111 Effective Writing for Liberating Letters (satisfies effective writing requirement) Second Year: Fall • Students invited to join HON 450 Augsburg Honors Review or HON 460 Honors Disputation League Third Year: Fall • Students invited to join HON 450 Augsburg Honors Review and HON 460 Honors Disputation League • HON 250: Social Scientist (satisfies social and behavioral sciences LAF) • HON 340: Junior Colloquium (taught by the President or Dean of the College. P/N, zero credit) Third Year: Spring • HON 230: Arts and the City (satisfies fine arts LAF) • HON 340: Junior Colloquium (continues from Fall semester, P/N, zero credit) Fourth Year: Fall • Students may join HON 450 Augsburg Honors Review and HON 460: Honors Disputation League in their fourth year • HON 200: Christian Vocation and the Search for Meaning II • HON 490: Honors Senior Seminar (offered Fall and Spring) Fourth Year: Spring • HON 490: Honors Senior Seminar (offered Fall and Spring) Research Requirement: At some point before graduating, students must satisfy the Honors Research Requirement as detailed in the Research Requirement document available in the Honors Suite or online. In addition, students must register for at least two semesters of the following to document the research experience on their transcript: • HON 450 Augsburg Honors Review • HON 470 Student/Faculty Research Collaboration Summary Notes: • The Honors recommended sequence satisfies all general education requirements except foreign language and physical education. • Students past first year may take courses out of the recommended sequence without prior permission. • Residency: All Honors students must complete seven fullcredit courses in the Augsburg Honors Program to meet the Honors residency requirement for graduation. Honors Courses HON 100 Christian Vocation and the Search for Meaning I Honors section of REL 100. Some students (e.g. some science majors) may need to defer the course and take HON 100 in another term. Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 149 Honors Program 150 HON 120 The Scholar Citizen HON 250 The Social Scientist 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). (Includes theatre lab) Problem-based/question-based course in social sciences involving at least two social science disciplines and several faculty. (satisfies social and behavioral sciences LAF) HON 130 The Liberating Letters: The Trial of Letters 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. (satisfies humanities LAF and speaking skill requirements) HON 340 Junior Colloquium: The Scholar as Leader Taught by the Dean and/or President of the College, this seminar explores themes of leadership and service in the public context. (P/N; 0.0 credit) HON 380 Student-Created Learning Experience (SCLE) HON 111 Effective Writing for Liberating Letters Linked with HON 130, this effective writing course employs a rhetoric-based and argumentfocused approach to college level writing. Students are strongly encourged to register for HON 130 and this course during the same semester. (Satisfies introduction effective writing requirement). Following the guidelines set forth above, SCLEs may take many forms as determined by the student and faculty creating the learning experience (may be 0.0, .5 or 1.0 credit, and may use traditional or P/N grading options). HON 450 Augsburg Honors Review: Research Thesis Requirement Following the guidelines outlined above, students register for this course to gain course credit for serving on the Augsburg Honors Review. (0.0 credit, P/N only) HON 200 Christian Vocation and the Search for Meaning II Honors version of REL 200–see REL 200 for content and requirements. HON 220 The Scholar Scientist Inspired by the medieval quadrivium (arithmetic, geometry, astronomy, music), this course addresses systems of quantitative thought, including logic, computing, formal systems. (Satisfies graduation QR requirement) HON 230 Arts and the City 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. (Satisfies fine arts LAF) HON 240 Science, Technology, and Citizenship Multidisciplinary/interdisciplinary lab science course. Physics, biology, and chemistry are used to critically examine a key national or global issue. (Satisfies lab natural sciences and mathematics LAF) I Augsburg College 2010-2012 Travel Seminar Honor students are encouraged to study abroad at some point during their four-year degree. This may include a Center for Global Education 10-day seminar, international travel seminar, or domestic immersion trip. HON 460 Honors Disputation: Research Thesis Requirement Following the guidelines outlined above, students register for this course to gain course credit for serving in the Disputation League. (0.0 credit, P/N only) HON 470 Student/Faculty Collaboration: Research Thesis Requirement Following the guidelines outlined above, students register for this course to gain course credit for a student/faculty research collaboration. (0.0 credit, P/N only) HON 490 Honors Senior Seminar 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. Interdisciplinary Studies Interdisciplinary Studies— INS Interdisciplinary studies programs draw upon and combine coursework from multiple academic disciplines to provide both broad perspective and in-depth focus on an area of study. Through interdisciplinary programs and courses, students can gain greater insight and understanding of cultures and perspectives different from their own. Augsburg offers a number of majors that are interdisciplinary in nature. They include: American Indian Studies Environmental Studies International Relations Metro-Urban Studies Nordic Area Studies Women’s Studies (ACTC) These majors, their descriptions and requirements are listed alphabetically within the Departments and Programs section of the catalog. Other interdisciplinary course offerings are listed under International Studies. Leadership Studies Minor Coordinator: Norma Noonan The world of the 21st century demands complex skills. It is not enough to have an area of expertise or be a good manager. One needs leadership skills. The Augsburg curriculum offers a minor in leadership studies, drawing on a wide variety of courses across disciplinary lines. A minor in leadership studies can enhance your major in a wide variety of disciplines including business, sociology, political science, communication, computer science, economics, and psychology. Required courses: (4) BUS 242 SOC 349 COM 345 POL 421 Principles of Management Organizational Theory (prereq. SOC 121 or permission of instructor) Organizational Communication Topics: This topic only) Becoming a Leader (prereq. one POL course or permission of instructor) This course is the only integrative course in the minor. Required electives: (2) Select two courses from the following list. (No more than one per department.) BUS 340 Human Resource Management (prereq. BUS 200 or 242) BUS 440 Strategic Management (prereq. BUS 242 or 200) HIS 122 20th-Century United States (prereq. Pass CT assessment or GST 100) INS 325 Building Working Relationships (WEC/ Day) Industrial Organizational Psychology (prereq. PSY 105) Business and Professional Speaking Small Group Communication The Self and the Organization (WEC) PSY 373 COM 321 COM 355 COM 410 Middle East Studies Minor The Middle East studies minor offers students the opportunity to learn about the religions, economic situation, historical and political developments, literature, philosophy, and culture of Middle Eastern people and countries. Requirements Six courses, including language and area studies courses (consult the program director for ACTC listing of approved courses): 1. Language courses: one year (two courses) of elementary Arabic, Hebrew, or another Middle Eastern language (or equivalent competency) 2. Required foundational course: POL 358 (Hamline) Politics and Society of the Middle East. 3. Area courses: three courses distributed among the humanities and social sciences, with at least one course to be selected in each area. Students are encouraged to continue more advanced language study through the ACTC language contract with the University of Minnesota. A program of study abroad or an internship in the Middle East is recommended strongly and will receive credit toward the minor. Peace and Global Studies Minor See International Relations, page 153. Interdisciplinary Courses INS 225 Introduction to Islam The course covers the ideological foundations of Islam, its basic concepts and tenets, Islamic law (Shari’ah), Islamic economic and policial systems, and Islamic patterns of life. INS 232 The African American Experience in America An overview of the major issues related to the African American experience, focusing on historical, sociological, economic, legal, and psychological aspects of that experience. INS 298 Meaningful Work: Linking Education, Vocation & Career Exploration This course will introduce students to the nature Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 151 Interdisciplinary Studies 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. 152 INS 342 River Politics Field Seminar 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. (Prereq.: POL 241 or equivalent and passing a water safety test) I Augsburg College 2010-2012 International Relations International Relations International relations is an interdisciplinary major which provides students with the basis for informed global citizenship, preparing them for graduate study or careers in foreign service, nonprofit, or international business. The student may focus on a discipline or geographic area of the world. The program consists of a core of seven courses and six electives chosen from a wide list of courses offered at Augsburg and other colleges. Students are encouraged to consider foreign study opportunities throughout the year. Competency in one language is required, and some students study two languages. All majors complete a significant senior research project and thesis on a topic of their own choosing. The goal of the program is to give students a broad exposure to international studies with considerable freedom to choose options for specialization. Students in the recent past have focused their studies on Latin America, the Middle East, Western Europe, Russia and East Central Europe, the Far East, Southeast Asia, etc. Recent students have had double majors in history, political science, international business, or a foreign language. Numerous combinations of majors and minors are possible with the international relations major. Director Joseph Underhill Degree and Major Requirements Required core courses: ECO 112 or ECO 113 HIS 103 or HIS 104 POL 158 or POL 160 POL 490 Principles of Macroeconomics Principles of Microeconomics The Modern World The Modern Non-Western World Political Patterns and Processes World Politics Seminar in International Relations One of the following: INS 225 POL 241 SOC 121 SWK 230 Introduction to Islam Environmental and River Politics Introduction to Human Society Global Peace and Social Development Two of the following: HIS 332 POL 368 POL 459 POL 461 History of U.S. Foreign Relations Model United Nations Topics: Women in Comparative Politics Topics in International Politics Also, the equivalent of four terms of college work in a modern language. Required electives Five of the following (not more than three from any one discipline may be counted toward the major): BUS 362, 465 ECO 360, 365, 370 ENV 310 FIN 460 HIS 323, 346, 352, 354, 440, 474 MKT 466 PHI 355 POL 350, 351, 359, 459, 483 REL 356 COM 329 FRE 332, GER 332, NOR 331, SPA 331, SPA 332, NAS 330 (See Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies) Seminars, independent study, topics courses, and courses at other colleges/universities can be considered here with the approval of the program director, as well as a fourth term or higher of college work in a second foreign language. Note: Only the fourth or higher term of language counts toward the major; prerequisite courses or competencies cannot be credited toward the 13 required courses. Students should confer with the program director about regional and disciplinary concentrations possible within the major; for example, a concentration in a geographic area or one of the major disciplines in the program. The Critical Thinking (CT) and Writing (W) graduation skill is embedded throughout the offered courses and is met by completing the major. The graduation skill in Speaking (S) is met by completing: S: one of the following IR electives: ECO 365, HIS 350, or PHI 355 The graduation skill in Quantitative Reasoning (QR) may be met by completing the IR elective POL 483. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. International Relations Major with International Business Concentration Required core courses of the international relations major, three of the following courses: BUS 362 BUS 465 FIN 460 MKT 466 International Business International Management International Finance International Marketing One of the following: ECO 360 ECO 365 ECO 370 International Economics Environmental Economics and Sustainable Development International Economic Development One elective from the list of international relations major electives, excluding other business, economics, and marketing courses. Note: Several of the business courses have prerequisites. Please consult the catalog and your academic adviser before registering for one of the advanced courses. Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 153 International Relations Departmental Honors GPA of 3.50 in the major; 3.00 overall. In addition to fulfilling the requirements for the major, the student must complete an honors thesis no later than March 1 of the senior year and must defend the thesis before a faculty committee. Students should declare their intention to complete an honors major by the end of their junior year. International Relations Minor ECO 112 or 113, HIS 103 or 104, and POL 158 or 160. One course from HIS 332, POL 363 or 461. One year of modern language. Three courses from the list of required electives for the major. Not more than two courses from any department can count toward the minor. Peace and Global Studies Minor The peace and global studies minor focuses on the centrality of justice, tolerance, and intercultural understanding in moving toward a less violent world; it takes advantage of the campus resources of the Peace Prize Forum (co-hosted each year by Augsburg College) and the Center for Global Education. The minor is structured as a learning community that involves students, faculty, staff, and community members; it focuses on experiential learning that emphasizes the interconnections between peace, justice, and environmental sustainability. Students will draw on study abroad in taking local actions to address global issues. The minor consists of two required courses (POL 160 and SWK 230), two upper division electives (chosen from ECO 365, REL 366, HIS 332, HIS 350, INS/WST 311, POL/ WST 341, REL 313, POL/WST 359, INS 312, REL 346, HIS 346, POL 353, ECO 495, SOC 240, ENL 365, and other topics or study abroad courses, with approval of program director), a senior keystone seminar, a study abroad requirement, and participation in local peace-related activities. See International Relations program director for full program description. 154 I Augsburg College 2010-2012 International Studies International Studies International study at Augsburg aims to provide students the skills needed to be successful in today’s highly interconnected world. The College’s strong commitment to a global perspective and its mission to “... nurture future leaders in service to the world,” provide the foundation to include international study in every student’s degree program. In addition to the following courses, students have more than 200 programs in nearly 90 countries from which to choose the best opportunity for their discipline and personal needs. Contact Augsburg Abroad for advising on study abroad programs, finances, and academics. Augsburg Abroad is the front door for students and faculty interested in study abroad. More information about study abroad is located in the Augsburg Abroad section of this catalog. Center for Global Education Courses Crossing Borders: Gender and Social Change in Mesoamerica (Mexico)—Fall This program is an intensive semester of study and travel designed to introduce students to the central issues facing Mesoamerica, with emphasis on the experiences and empowerment of women. Students engage in gender analysis of key social, economic, political, and cultural issues in Mexico and El Salvador, explore the interconnectedness of race, class, and gender, and learn first-hand from both women and men who are involved in struggles for sustainable development and social change. The program includes a two-week educational seminar in El Salvador, as well as rural travel within Mexico and 4-day seminar in Mexico City. Students stay in guest houses while traveling, in Augsburg approximately six weeks, and with Mexican host families for four to six weeks. All students will be expected to take POL/WST 359 as a core seminar. Other course offerings include REL/WST 366, REL 200, an internship, independent study, and the choice of 1-2 Spanish courses from 17 different options (including ART/SPA 231 that meets the LAF in Fine Arts). A Lifetime Activity course (Latin Dance) is also available for no credit. Prerequisite: one college-level Spanish course or its equivalent. and Spanish texts that stimulate intellectual growth and promote cultural understanding students review all of the basic structures of Spanish and build conversational skills through class discussions. Taught by Mexican instructors. (Placement level determined by placement test or completion of prerequisites: 112 for 211 and 211 for 212.) SPA 231/ ART 231 SPA 295 Topics: Spanish for Healthcare Professionals This course aims satisfy the needs of students in nursing, pre-med students, and others in healthcare fields who seek to develop strong speaking and oral comprehension skills. The main focus will be on developing specialized vocabulary and learning grammar within the context of daily situations relevant to different aspects of health care. (Prereq.: SPA 112 or instructor’s permission. Taught in Mexico.) SPA 295 and 495 Topics: Spanish for Heritage Speakers Aims to develop the four basic skills: understanding, speaking, reading, and writing of elementary Spanish. Introduction to culture of the Spanish-speaking world. Taught by Mexican instructors. (No prerequisite for SPA 111. Placement level determined by placement test or completion of prerequisite for SPA 112.) SPA 211, 212 Intermediate Spanish I, II Through the reading of selected Latin American This course is for you if you grew up hearing Spanish and can communicate your ideas but are lacking a basic knowledge of Spanish grammar and thus feel insecure about writing and/or speaking it. The goal is to help you gain fluency and confidence in your native language. (No prerequisites. 295 or 495 level available according to proficiency) SPA 311 Conversation and Composition Aims to enrich vocabulary and improve fluency and facility thorough oral and written practice in correct expression. This course is a prerequisite for all upper division courses except for SPA 316. Taught by Mexican instructors. (Prereq.: SPA 212 or equivalent or placement exam.) SPA 111, 112 Beginning Spanish I, II Mexican Art This course aims to develop an understanding and appreciation of Mexican art from in the PreColumbian, 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 museum as well as archaeological and historical sites. (Prereq.: SPA 212. Taught in Mexico) SPA 316 Conversation in Cultural Context Aims to improve oral fluency through intensive, individualized instruction, discussions, debates, and oral reports. Uses Latin American films to stimulate discussion. This course is only offered in Mexico and Central America and is taught by local instructors. (Prereq.: SPA 212 or equivalent or score at minimum of 311 level on placement exam.) Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 155 International Studies 156 SPA 332 Latin American Civilization and Culture HPE 002 Lifetime Activity: Latin Dance A study of the cultural heritage of the Spanish American countries from the pre-Columbian civilizations to the present. In Spanish. (Prereq.: SPA 311 or equivalent) This Lifetime Activity course is designed to help you develop proficiency in diverse forms of Latin Dance. There is no academic credit for this course, but it fulfils the physical fitness graduation requirement. The course meets for a total of 21 hours over the course of the semester. There is additional cost of US $50/student to cover expenses. SPA 356 Latin American Literature: 20th-Century Voices Examines issues of social change through the voices of contemporary Latin American writers. Focuses on short stories, poetry, plays, one novel, and testimonials of indigenous peoples, women, and Central American refugees. Taught by Mexican instructors. (Prereq.: SPA 311 or equivalent.) SPA 411 Advanced Conversation and Composition Emphasizes increasing facility and correctness of written and oral expression through conversations, discussions, reports, debates, written compositions, and grammatical exercises. Taught by Mexican instructors. (Prereq.: SPA 311 or equivalent and ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111.) SPA 495 Contemporary Latin American Women–Texts and Voices This course examines the social construction of gender in Latin American countries and addresses key issues faced by Latin American women today. Includes analysis of poems, excerpts of novels, essays, testimonies, and interviews by and about Latin American women. Aims to help students develop an appreciation for the complexity of diversity of Latin American women’s experiences. (Prereq.: SPA 311. Taught in Mexico.) SPA 495 Topics in Business Spanish Aims to enable intermediate and advanced Spanish language students develop proficiency in the vocabulary, grammar, and cultural competencies necessary to successfully conduct business in Spanish-speaking countries, with an emphasis on Latin America. (Prereq.: SPA 311 or equivalent or instructor’s consent.) SPA 495 Topics: Contemporary Mexican Literature (SPA 495) This course examines short stories by the most important contemporary Mexican authors, focusing particularly on the second half of the 20th and the first few years of the 21st century. You will learn about the distinctive traits of Mexican literature as you learn about the historical, cultural, and literary contexts of this period. (Prereq.: SPA 311 or instructor’s consent. Taught in Mexico.) I Augsburg College 2010-2012 (.0 course) POL/WST 359 Women, Gender, and Social Change in Latin America An exploration of gender politics in Latin America. Particular attention is given to women’s organizing efforts around issues of domestic and political violence, ecology, human rights, democracy, political participation, and revolutionary social change. REL 200 Christian Vocation and the Search for Meaning II This course focuses on articulating students’ own theological questions and positions and on recognizing and evaluating religious claims in the areas of biblical interpretation and the historical, cultural, and global contexts of Christianity and other world religions. The version taught in Mexico will include particular emphasis on religion in Mexico. (Prereq.: REL 100) REL/WST 366 Latin American Liberation Theologies An exploration of Latin American theologies of liberation and their relationship to social/political transformation. Examines key theological concepts, critiques, and practical implications. BUS/HIS/INS/MKT/POL/REL/SPA/WST/YFM 399 Internship Students gain 80-100 hours of hands-on work experience in a Mexican organization and participate in an ongoing seminar which explores cultural issues, organizational analysis, and personal and professional development. Students seeking Spanish credit must receive approval from the department chair prior to enrollment. (Prereq.: SPA 212 or equivalent, internship application, and Spanish reference forms) BUS/HIS/INS/MKT/POL/REL/SPA/WST/YFM 499 Independent Study Students conduct independent, field-based research and participate in an ongoing seminar which explores fieldwork methods and cultural and ethical issues. Students seeking Spanish credit must receive approval from the department chair prior to enrollment. International Studies International Business and Global Citizenship (Mexico)—Fall This program, designed for international business majors, will study the important role that Mexico plays in the U.S. in relation to trade issues, how to conduct business in and with Mexico, and use it as a lens to learn about international business topics that are relevant in many different countries. The program includes intensive Spanish language instruction, a four-week family stay, a week-long seminar on international business in Mexico City, and short trips to other nearby regions in order to develop a broader perspective on globalization and international business issues. All students will take two Spanish language courses and BUS 495. For their fourth course, they may take Topics in Business Spanish, REL 200, or complete an internship or independent study. A Lifetime Activity course (Latin Dance) is also available for no credit. SPA 231/ ART 231 SPA 295 Topics: Spanish for Healthcare Professionals This course aims satisfy the needs of nursing and pre-med students, and others in healthcare fields who seek to develop strong speaking and oral comprehension skills. The main focus will be on developing specialized vocabulary and learning grammar within the context of daily situations relevant to different aspects of health care. (Prerequisite: SPA 112 or instructor’s permission. Taught in Mexico.) SPA 111, 112 Beginning Spanish I, II Aims to develop the four basic skills: understanding, speaking, reading and writing of elementary Spanish. Introduction to culture of the Spanish-speaking world. Taught by Mexican instructors. (No prerequisite for SPA 111. Placement level determined by placement test or completion of prerequisite for SPA 112.) SPA 295 and 495 SPA 211, 212 Intermediate Spanish I, II Through the reading of selections of Latin American and Spanish texts that stimulate intellectual growth and promote culture understanding, students review all the basic structures of Spanish and build conversational skills through class discussions. Taught by Mexican instructors. (Placement level determined by placement test or completion of prerequisites: 112 for 211 and 211 for 212.) SPA 311 Conversation and Composition Aims to enrich vocabulary and improve fluency and facility through oral and written practice in correct expression. This course is a prerequisite for all upper division courses except for SPA 316. Taught by Mexican instructors. (Prerequisite: SPA 212 or equivalent or placement exam.) SPA 316 Conversations in Cultural Context Aims to improve oral fluency through intensive, individualized instruction, discussions, debates, and oral reports. Uses Latin American films to stimulate discussion. This course is only offered in Mexico and Central America and is taught by local instructors. (Prerequisite: SPA 212 or equivalent or score at minimum of 311 level on placement exam.) Mexican Art This course aims to develop an understanding and appreciation of Mexican art from in the PreColumbian, 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. (Prereq.: SPA 212. Taught in Mexico) Topics: Spanish for Heritage Speakers This course is for you if you grew up hearing Spanish and can communicate your ideas but are lacking a basic knowledge of Spanish grammar and thus feel insecure about writing and/or speaking it. The goal is to help you gain fluency and confidence in your native language. (No prerequisites. 295 or 495 level available according to proficiency) SPA 332 Latin American Civilization and Culture A study of the cultural heritage of the Spanish American countries from the pre-Columbian civilizations to the present. In Spanish. Taught by Mexican instructors. (Prereq.: SPA 311 or equivalent.) SPA 356 Latin American Literature: 20th-Century Voices Examines issues of social change through the voices of contemporary Latin American writers. Focuses on short stories, poetry, plays, novels, and testimonials of indigenous peoples, women, and Central American refugees. Taught by Mexican instructors. (Prereq.: SPA 311 or equivalent.) SPA 411 Advanced Conversation and Composition Emphasizes increasing facility and correctness of written and oral expression through conversations, discussions, reports, debates, written compositions, and grammatical exercises. Taught by Mexican instructors. (Prerequisite: SPA 311 or the equivalent and ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111.) Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 157 International Studies 158 SPA 495 Contemporary Latin American Women - Texts and Voices This course examines the social construction of gender in Latin American countries and addresses key issues faced by Latin American women today. Includes analysis of poems, excerpts of novels, essays, testimonies, and interviews by and about Latin American women. Aims to help students develop an appreciation for the complexity of diversity of Latin American women’s experiences. (Prereq.: SPA 311. Taught in Mexico.) SPA 495 Topics in Business Spanish Aims to enable intermediate and advanced Spanish language students develop proficiency in the vocabulary, grammar, and cultural competencies necessary to successfully conduct business in Spanish-speaking countries, with an emphasis on Latin America. (Prerequisite: SPA 311 or equivalent or instructor’s consent.) SPA 495 Topics: Contemporary Mexican Literature This course examines short stories by the most important contemporary Mexican authors, focusing particularly on the second half of the 20th and the first few years of the 21st century. You will learn about the distinctive traits of Mexican literature as you learn about the historical, cultural, and literary contexts of this period. (Prereq.: SPA 311 or instructor’s consent. Taught in Mexico.) BUS 495 Global Business Issues and Developing Countries: Mexico and Beyond This course examines global economic conditions today and explores vital issues, such as exchange rates, trade balances, international joint ventures, resources, tariffs, trade barriers, government regulations shipping options, etc. Emphasis is on understanding issues from the perspectives of both developed and developing countries, using Mexico as a case study. (Prereq.: ECO 112 or 113, and BUS 242 or MKT 252, or consent of instructor). HPE 002 Lifetime Activity: Latin Dance This Lifetime Activity course is designed to help you develop proficiency in diverse forms of Latin dance. There is no academic credit for this course, but it fulfills the physical fitness graduation requirement. The course meets for a total of 21 hours over the course of the semester. There is additional cost of US $50/student to cover expenses. I Augsburg College 2010-2012 (.0 course) MKT 466 International Marketing 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. (Prereq.: MKT 252) REL 200 Christian Vocation and the Search for Meaning II This course focuses on articulating students’ own theological questions and positions and on recognizing and evaluating religious claims in the areas of biblical interpretation and the historical, cultural, and global contexts of Christianity and other world religions. The version taught in Mexico will include particular emphasis on religion in Mexico. (Prereq.: REL 100) BUS/HIS/INS/MKT/POL/REL/SPA/WST/YFM 399 Internship The internship seminar is a rigorous academic course that involves not only approximately 100 hours of work experience and/or participant observation in a Mexican business, government agency, school, or other organization, but also participation in a seminar that explores cultural issues, organizational analysis, and personal and professional development through class discussions and written and oral assignments. Students seeking Spanish credit must receive approval from department chair to enrollment. BUS/HIS/INS/MKT/POL/REL/WST/YFM 499 Independent Study Students who are highly independent and selfmotivated may conduct independent, field-based research during the last third of the semester and participate in a seminar that explores fieldwork methods and cultural and ethical issues. This course option is intended for serious students who want to begin research related to a senior thesis or capstone project. Migration and Globalization: Engaging Our Communities (Mexico)—Spring This is an intensive program that explores issues of migration, immigration, and globalization. It is ideal for students who are interested in working with Spanish-speaking populations in the United States, as it includes intensive Spanish language classes, an internship or independent research opportunity, and courses that help students understand the connections between globalization and migration while learning from diverse communities that are organizing for positive social change around issues of race, ethnicity, socio-economic class, gender, sexuality, economics, and the environment. Credit is available in Spanish, history, women’s studies, political science, and religion. Students spend most of the semester living in Augsburg housing and approximately six weeks living with Mexican host families. International Studies All students will be expected to take HIS/WST 357 as a core seminar. Other course offerings include POL/WST 341, REL 200, an internship, independent study, and the choice of 1-2 Spanish courses from 17 different options (including ART/SPA 231 which meets the LAF in Fine Arts). A Lifetime Activity course (Latin Dance) is also available for no credit. Prerequisite: one college-level Spanish course or its equivalent. and confidence in your native language. (No prerequisites. 295 or 495 level available according to proficiency) SPA 311 Conversation and Composition Aims to enrich vocabulary and improve fluency and facility thorough oral and written practice in correct expression. This course is a prerequisite for all upper division courses except for SPA 316. Taught by Mexican instructors. (Prerequisite: SPA 212 or equivalent or placement exam.) SPA 111, 112 Beginning Spanish I, II Aims to develop the four basic skills: understanding, speaking, reading, and writing of elementary Spanish. Introduction to culture of the Spanish-speaking world. Taught by Mexican instructors. (No prerequisite for SPA 111. Placement level determined by placement test or completion of prerequisite for SPA 112.) SPA 316 Conversation in Cultural Context Aims to improve oral fluency through intensive, individualized instruction, discussions, debates, and oral reports. Uses Latin American films to stimulate discussion. This course is only offered in Mexico and Central America and is taught by local instructors. (Prerequisite: SPA 212 or equivalent or score at minimum of 311 level on placement exam.) SPA 211, 212 Intermediate Spanish I, II SPA 231/ ART 231 Through the reading of selected Latin American and Spanish texts that stimulate intellectual growth and promote cultural understanding, students review all of the basic structures of Spanish and build conversational skills through class discussions. Taught by Mexican instructors. (Placement level determined by placement test or completion of prerequisites: 112 for 211 and 211 for 212.) Mexican Art This course aims to develop an understanding and appreciation of Mexican art from in the PreColumbian, 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 museum as well as archaeological and historical sites. (Prereq.: SPA 212. Taught in Mexico) SPA 295 Topics: Spanish for Healthcare Professionals This course aims satisfy the needs of students in nursing, pre-med students, and others in healthcare fields who seek to develop strong speaking and oral comprehension skills. The main focus will be on developing specialized vocabulary and learning grammar within the context of daily situations relevant to different aspects of health care. (Prereq.: SPA 112 or instructor’s permission. Taught in Mexico.) SPA 295 and 495 Topics: Spanish for Heritage Speakers This course is for you if you grew up hearing Spanish and can communicate your ideas but are lacking a basic knowledge of Spanish grammar and thus feel insecure about writing and/or speaking it. The goal is to help you gain fluency SPA 332 Latin American Civilization and Culture A study of the cultural heritage of the Spanish American countries from the pre-Columbian civilizations to the present. In Spanish. (Prereq.: SPA 311 or equivalent) SPA 356 Latin American Literature: 20th-Century Voices Examines issues of social change through the voices of contemporary Latin American writers. Focuses on short stories, poetry, plays, one novel, and testimonials of indigenous peoples, women, and Central American refugees. Taught by Mexican instructors. (Prerequisite: SPA 311 or equivalent.) SPA 411 Advanced Conversation and Composition Emphasizes increasing facility and correctness of written and oral expression through conversations, discussions, reports, debates, written compositions, and grammatical exercises. Taught by Mexican instructors. (Prerequisite: SPA 311 or equivalent and ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111.) SPA 495/ Contemporary Latin American Women-Texts and Voices WST 481 This course examines the social construction of gender in Latin American countries and addresses key issues faced by Latin American women today. Includes analysis of poems, excerpts of novels, essays, testimonies, and interviews by and about Latin American women. Aims to help students develop an appreciation for the complexity of diversity of Latin American women’s experiences. (Prereq.: SPA 311. Taught in Mexico.) Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 159 International Studies SPA 495 Topics in Business Spanish BUS/HIS/INS/MKT/POL/REL/SPA/WST/YFM 399 Internship Aims to enable intermediate and advanced Spanish language students develop proficiency in the vocabulary, grammar, and cultural competencies necessary to successfully conduct business in Spanish-speaking countries, with an emphasis on Latin America. (Prerequisite: SPA 311 or equivalent or instructor’s consent.) SPA 495 Topics: Contemporary Mexican Literature This course examines short stories by the most important contemporary Mexican authors, focusing particularly on the second half of the 20th and the first few years of the 21st century. You will learn about the distinctive traits of Mexican literature as you learn about the historical, cultural, and literary contexts of this period. (Prereq.: SPA 311 or instructor’s consent. Taught in Mexico.) HIS/WST 357 Mexican History, Culture, and Cosmovision This course traces the historical development of gender, class-based, and racial/ethnic oppression in Latin America from the Conquest to the present day, and explores the history of resistance and social change in Latin America. HPE 003 Lifetime Activity: Latin Dance This Lifetime Activity course is designed to help you develop proficiency in diverse forms of Latin dance. There is no academic credit for this course, but it fulfills the physical fitness graduation requirement. The course meets for a total of 21 hours over the course of the semester. There is additional cost of US $50/student to cover expenses. (.0 course) BUS/HIS/INS/MKT/POL/REL/SPA/WST/YFM 499 Independent Study 160 Explores issues of globalization and social change in Mexico and analyzes political, social and economic policies that promote and/or hinder sustainable development from a gender perspective. Particular emphasis will be placed on environmental issues and the causes of migration/emigration and social unrest in Mexico. REL 200 Christian Vocation and the Search for Meaning II This course focuses on articulating students’ own theological questions and positions and on recognizing and evaluating religious claims in the areas of biblical interpretation and the historical, cultural, and global contexts of Christianity and other world religions. The version taught in Mexico will include particular emphasis on religion in Mexico. (Prereq.: REL 100) I Augsburg College 2010-2012 Students conduct independent, field-based research and participate in an ongoing seminar which explores fieldwork methods and cultural and ethical issues. Students seeking Spanish credit must receive approval from the department chair prior to enrollment. Social Work in a Latin American Context (Mexico)— Spring This program was created to satisfy the curriculum requirements for a Bachelor in Social Work degree program. Its goal is to develop cross-culturally competent, ethical social work professionals with a global perspective by providing a semester of transformative, experiential learning focused on social and economic justice. Augsburg application deadline: Sept. 15. Prerequisites: approval of the Social Work Department, and one collegelevel Spanish course or the equivalent (students may choose to study Spanish in Mexico during the month of January prior to the start of the semester). SPA 111, 112 Beginning Spanish I, II POL 341/WST 341 Globalization, Social Struggles, and the Environment Students gain 80-100 hours of hands-on work experience in a Mexican organization and participate in an ongoing seminar which explores cultural issues, organizational analysis, and personal and professional development. Students seeking Spanish credit must receive approval from the department chair prior to enrollment. (Prerequisites: SPA 212 or equivalent, internship application, and Spanish reference forms) Aims to develop the four basic skills: understanding, speaking, reading, and writing of elementary Spanish. Introduction to culture of the Spanish-speaking world. Taught by Mexican instructors. (No prerequisite for SPA 111. Placement level determined by placement test or completion of prerequisite for SPA 112.) SPA 211, 212 Intermediate Spanish I, II Through the reading of selected Latin American and Spanish texts that stimulate intellectual growth and promote cultural understanding, students review all of the basic structures of Spanish and build conversational skills through class discussions. Taught by Mexican instructors. (Placement level determined by placement test or completion of prerequisites: 112 for 211 and 211 for 212.) SPA 231/ ART 231 Mexican Art This course aims to develop an understanding International Studies and appreciation of Mexican art from in the PreColumbian, 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. (Prereq.: SPA 212. Taught in Mexico) Advanced Conversation and Composition Topics: Spanish for Healthcare Professionals SPA 411 SPA 295 This course aims satisfy the needs of students in nursing, pre-med students, and others in healthcare fields who seek to develop strong speaking and oral comprehension skills. The main focus will be on developing specialized vocabulary and learning grammar within the context of daily situations relevant to different aspects of health care. (Prerequisite: SPA 112 or instructor’s permission. Taught in Mexico.) Emphasizes increasing facility and correctness of written and oral expression through conversations, discussions, reports, debates, written compositions, and grammatical exercises. Taught by Mexican instructors. (Prerequisite: SPA 311 or equivalent and ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111.) SPA 495 Contemporary Latin American Women - Texts and Voices This course examines the social construction of gender in Latin American countries and addresses key issues faced by Latin American women today. Includes analysis of poems, excerpts of novels, essays, testimonies, and interviews by and about Latin American women. Aims to help students develop an appreciation for the complexity of diversity of Latin American women’s experiences. (Prereq.: SPA 311. Taught in Mexico.) SPA 295 and 495 Topics: Spanish for Heritage Speakers This course is for you if you grew up hearing Spanish and can communicate your ideas but are lacking a basic knowledge of Spanish grammar and thus feel insecure about writing and/or speaking it. The goal is to help you gain fluency and confidence in your native language. (No prerequisites. 295 or 495level available according to proficiency) SPA 311 Conversation and Composition Aims to enrich vocabulary and improve fluency and facility thorough oral and written practice in correct expression. This course is a prerequisite for all upper division courses except for SPA 316. Taught by Mexican instructors. (Prerequisite: SPA 212 or equivalent or placement exam.) SPA 316 Conversation in Cultural Context Aims to improve oral fluency through intensive, individualized instruction, discussions, debates, and oral reports. Uses Latin American films to stimulate discussion. This course is only offered in Mexico and Central America and is taught by local instructors. (Prerequisite: SPA 212 or equivalent or score at minimum of 311 level on placement exam.) Examines issues of social change through the voices on contemporary Latin American writers. Focuses on short stories, poetry, plays, one novel and testimonials of indigenous peoples, women, and Central American refugees. Taught by Mexican instructors. (Prereq.: SPA 311 or equivalent.) SPA 495 Topics in Business Spanish Aims to enable intermediate and advanced Spanish language students develop proficiency in the vocabulary, grammar, and cultural competencies necessary to successfully conduct business in Spanish-speaking countries, with an emphasis on Latin America. (Prerequisite: SPA 311 or equivalent or instructor’s consent.) SPA 495 Topics: Contemporary Mexican Literature This course examines short stories by the most important contemporary Mexican authors, focusing particularly on the second half of the 20th and the first few years of the 21st century. You will learn about the distinctive traits of Mexican literature as you learn about the historical, cultural, and literary contexts of this period. (Prereq.: SPA 311 or instructor’s consent. Taught in Mexico.) SPA 332 Latin American Civilization and Culture SWK 294 International Social Welfare: The Mexican Context A study of the cultural heritage of the Spanish American countries from the pre-Columbian civilizations to the present. In Spanish. Taught by Mexican instructors.s (Prereq.: SPA 311 or equivalent.) SPA 356 Latin American Literature: 20th-Century Voices Develops students’ understanding of current social, economic, political, and cultural realities in Mexico through an exploration of Mexican culture and history. Emphasis on intercultural communication and the role of U.S. foreign policy in Mexico. Aims to frame students’ knowledge of contemporary social welfare and social Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 161 International Studies SPA 316. Taught by Guatemalan instructors. (Prerequisite: SPA 212 or equivalent or placement exam.) work practice with migrants and immigrants in the Minnesota and the United States at large. 162 SWK 316 Social Work Practice II: With Families and Groups Develops student understanding and working knowledge of human behavior in families and in groups. The Mexican context of family and group work will be examined and uniquely Mexican models will be explored and discussed in relation to current family and group theory. Groups can be used to accomplish individual, family, organizational, and/or community goals. Students will practice skills needed to be an effective group member and facilitator in class. A six-week home stay with a Mexican family will provide an opportunity to learn about Mexican family structure through personal experience. SWK 295 Comparative Social Policy Aims to prepare social work students to function as informed and competent participants in efforts to achieve change in social policies and programs. This course in comparative social policy uses Mexico and the United States as a context for studying policy formation, implementation, analysis, and the influence of values on these processes. Central to this course is a service-learning component. Those enrolled in Social Work Field Experience may use the same field setting for both courses. Roles and responsibilities of generalist social workers and citizens in formulating, implementing, and evaluating policy responsive to social needs are addressed. United States and Mexican immigration and migration policies will be used a primary vehicle for this critical analysis. SWK 317 Field Work II: Integrative Seminar Progressively-responsible, supervised professional social work experience including work with individuals, families, groups, and communities in a social service agency. A total of 120 hours, continuing SWK 307, plus an integrative seminar. Contributes approximately 100 hours to the practicum hours required for the BSW degree for those students with Spanish-language oral competency. Involves sharing of experiences with other students in a small group seminar. (Prereq.: intermediate Spanish, candidacy status; concurrent with SWK 316. P/N grading only). SPA 311 Conversation and Composition Aims to enrich vocabulary and improve fluency and facility thorough oral and written practice in correct expression. This course is a prerequisite for all upper division courses except for I Augsburg College 2010-2012 SPA 316 Conversation in Cultural Context Aims to improve oral fluency through intensive, individualized instruction, discussions, debates, and oral reports. Uses Latin American films to stimulate discussion. This course is only offered in Mexico and Central America and is taught by local instructors. (Prerequisite: SPA 212 or equivalent or score at minimum of 311 level on placement exam.) SPA 356 Latin American Literature: 20th-Century Voices Examines issues of social change through the voices of contemporary Latin American writers. Focuses on short stories, poetry, plays, novels, and testimonials of indigenous peoples, women, and Central American refugees. Taught by Guatemalan instructors. (Prerequisite: SPA 311 or equivalent.) SPA 411 Advanced Conversation and Composition Emphasizes increasing facility and correctness of written and oral expression through conversations, discussions, reports, debates, written compositions, and grammatical exercises. Taught by Guatemalan instructors. (Prerequisite: SPA 311 or equivalent.) HIS/WST/ISS 355 Cultural Conflict and Change in Latin America 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, classbased, 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. POL 310 Topics in Comparative Politics: Citizen Participation in Policy Formulation within a Globalized Economy — A Nicaraguan Case Study This course exposes students to key debates shaping the contemporary political economy of development in Nicaragua and the rest of Central America. The course aims to help students understand the interplay between global processes and political and economic factors that define development policy formulation and implementation at the national level today. REL 366 Latin American Liberation Theologies An exploration of Latin American theologies of to provide students with the opportunity to gain hands-on work experience in a development agency. liberation and their relationship to social/political transformation. Examines key theological concepts, critiques, and practical implications. HIS/INS/POL 499 Independent Study Nation Building, Globalization, and Decolonizing the Mind: Southern African Perspectives (Namibia)—Fall or Spring This program examines the crucial issues of nation building, globalization, and decolonizing the mind from the perspectives of the new democracies of southern Africa. Namibia won its independence in 1990 after decades of apartheid South African colonization. South Africa had its first democratic election in 1994. As these nations struggle to build nationhood and deal with the legacies of apartheid and colonialism, they are faced with the challenges posed by the rapid process of globalization in today’s world; the challenges posed by under and unequal development; and the long-term project of decolonizing the mind. INS 312 The Development Process — Southern Africa This course provides the opportunity to reflect critically on issues of development, hunger, injustice, and human rights, with special emphasis given to the experience of women. The course examines basic theories of development. REL 346 Religion and Social Change in Southern Africa This course examines the changing role of the church in the midst of the political transformations of southern Africa. Students meet with people representing a variety of religious perspectives and roles within churches and religious organizations. POL 353 Political and Social Change in Namibia: A Comparative Perspective This course is an integrative seminar for the semester and examines the legacy of apartheid in Namibia with particular focus on the social and political movements that have evolved in the struggle for independence. HIS 327 Racism and Resistance in Southern Africa and the United States: Struggles Against Colonialism, Apartheid, and Segregation 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. HIS/INS/POL 399 Internship A limited number of internships will be available Students may design a proposal to conduct an independent study of a topic related to their major or minor. HECUA Courses Scandinavian Urban Studies Term: Norway (SUST)—Fall In less than 50 years, Norway has become one of the richest nations in the world and increasingly multicultural. Twentyfive percent of Oslo residents, for example, are not ethnic Norwegian. The program investigates dramatic changes in Northern Europe by analyzing the development of the Norwegian welfare state through a wide range of topics such as globalization theories, nation-building and national identity, governance and political party systems, European integration, racial thinking, histories of racialization, international aid politics, sexuality, and environmentalism. Students study Norwegian language or do an independent research project, and also intern with a leading NGO. INS 372 Norwegian Language INS 377 Challenges of Globalization to the Scandinavian Welfare State INS 393 Scandinavian Art, Film, and Literature INS 394 Urbanization and Immigration INS 499 Independent Study (Students may choose either INS 372 or 499) Community Internships in Latin America: Ecuador (CILA)—Fall and spring The Community Internships in Latin America program offers a semester of study experience with a focus on community participation and social change. A hands-on internship designed to meet the learning goals of the student is combined with a seminar, independent project, and a home stay for an intensive immersion into Latin American daily life and culture. Models of community participation, organization, development, and social change are compared and contrasted. Students learn first-hand about the social problems in Ecuadorian communities and explore ways in which communities are addressing these challenges. All lectures, internships, and field projects are in Spanish, with discussions in Spanish and English. Readings are mostly in Spanish. Papers may be written in English or Spanish. INS 366 Community Participation and Social Change Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 163 INS 399 Internship (2 course credits) INS 499 Independent Study Democracy and Social Change: Northern Ireland— Spring The Northern Ireland: Democracy and Social Change program examines the historical, political, and religious roots of conflict in Northern Ireland, the prospects for peace, and the progress being made. Through a seven-week internship, students get hands-on experience with organizations working for social change. Field seminars focus on human rights, conflict transformation, and education for democracy. The program is located at the UNESCO Centre at the University of Ulster in Coleraine. INS 316 Northern Ireland: Building a Sustainable Democracy INS 317 Politics of Conflict and Transformation INS 399 Internship (2 course credits) Divided States of Europe: Globalization and Inequalities in the New Europe—Spring Ten former communist nation-states have recently joined the European Union. From three different locations – Norway, Romania, and Hungary – students examine the complex dynamics of European integration via issues such as labor migration, minority politics, right-wing populism, prostitution, and human trafficking. Together, Hungary and Romania encompass some of Europe’s most pressing social justice issues and constitute its primary geographic and cultural bridge between East and West. 164 INS 371 Disjuncture and Difference in Europe INS 376 Challenges and Opportunities of European Integration INS 399 Internship INS 499 Independent Study I Augsburg College 2010-2012 Languages and Cross-cultural Studies Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies The Department of Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies at Augsburg College contributes in many ways to realizing the College’s mission of providing liberal arts education for service in today’s world. The department is committed to the view that education should go beyond career preparation and that familiarity with the language and culture of another people is an essential step in the development of a truly global perspective. The department offers language, literature, and culture courses leading to majors in French, German, Norwegian, and Spanish, as well as an interdisciplinary major in CrossCultural studies. Introductory courses in Ojibwe, Farsi, and American Sign Language are offered at Augsburg, and courses in Chinese, Japanese, Latin, and Greek are available to Augsburg students through the College’s affiliation with ACTC, a consortium of Twin Cities colleges. Knowledge of several languages, perhaps combined with the study of linguistics, is essential in preparing for careers in second-language education and translation, but also represents a valuable special qualification in many other professions. Students anticipating careers in international business, law, social work, the diplomatic corps, the health professions, or the ministry may wish to take a second major or minor in languages. In addition, a minor in languages is a valuable research tool for those intending to pursue graduate study in most academic disciplines. Languages and Cross-Cultural Faculty Frankie Shackelford (Chair), Anita Fisher, Michael Kidd, Diane Mikkelson, Pary Pezechkian-Weinberg, Kate Reinhardt, Susana Sandmann, Dann Trainer, John vanCleve Degree and Major Requirements Major The language major consists of ten courses above 211 (Norwegian only: 211 and above), including two courses in culture, two courses in language, two courses in literature, KEY 480, and three electives (from any of the three areas above). At least seven of these courses must be taught in the target language of the major and at least four of them must be taken on the Augsburg campus. The Cross-Cultural Studies major consists of three core courses, a language requirement, a study-abroad requirement and three electives: Core: LCS 100, LCS 399, and KEY 480. Language requirement: Minor in French, German, Norwegian or Spanish or completion of the 212 level in two different languages (in Norwegian only: 211). Study-abroad requirement: one semester on an approved study-abroad program or two travel seminars (consult Augsburg Abroad for offerings). Required electives: Three upperdivision courses in related areas. Courses must be chosen in consultation with the student’s academic advisor and must include comparative study of a non-English speaking culture. Seminars, independent study, topics courses, and courses at other colleges and universities can be considered here. No more than two courses may be counted from a single department. The Critical Thinking (CT) graduation skill is embedded throughout the offered courses and is met by completing the major. The graduation skills in Speaking (S) and Writing (W) are met by completing 411 in French, German, Norwegian, or Spanish (W) and KEY 480 (W and S). The Quantitative Reasoning (QR) graduation skill is met with one of the following courses: GST 200, MAT 145 or 146, or PHI 230. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Minor The minor consists of four courses above 211 (Norwegian only: 211 and above), including one in language and one in literature or culture. All of these courses must be taught in the target language, and at least two of them must be taken on the Augsburg campus. There is no minor in CrossCultural studies. Other Requirements Departmental Honors Majors seeking graduation with departmental honors must apply in the junior year. Requirements: 3.50 GPA in the major, 3.50 GPA overall, and honors thesis. Prerequisite A prerequiste must be completed with a minimum grade of 2.0 or P. Transfer Students Transfer students intending to major or minor in languages must take a minimum of one upper division course per year at Augsburg. See major/minor above for limits on non-Augsburg courses. Courses accepted for transfer must have been taken within the past seven years. Study Abroad A semester of study abroad is required for language majors and some study abroad is strongly recommended for minors. Majors in Cross-Cultural studies must complete a semester abroad or two short-term international study experiences approved by the department. An advanced-level internship in the major language (399) or an interdisciplinary internship (INS 199), linking language skills with community service and career exploration, is strongly encouraged. Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 165 Languages and Cross-cultural Studies Teaching Licensure French (FRE) Augsburg College no longer offers a licensure program in modern languages. FRE 111, 112 Beginning French I, II Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies Courses LCS 100 Introduction to Cultural Studies 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. FRE 211, 212 Intermediate French I, II 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. (Fall: 211; spring: 212, Prereq.: 211) FRE 295 Topics in Literature, Culture, or Linguistics LCS 295/495 Topics in Cross-Cultural Studies LSC 399 Internship in Cross-Cultural Studies KEY 480 Topics in Global Interdependence 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 Englishspeaking countries with consent of instructor). FRE 311 Conversation and Composition 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. (Fall, Prereq.: 212) FRE 331 French Civilization: Historical Perspective 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. (Prereq.: FRE 311 or consent of instructor. Spring: on rotational basis) American Sign Language (ASL) ASL 101, 102 Beginning American Sign Language I, II 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. (Fall: 101; spring: 102, Prereq.: 101) FRE 332 French Civilization Today 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. (Prereq.: FRE 311 or consent of instructor. Spring: on rotational basis) Farsi (FAR) FAR 111/112 Beginning Farsi I, II 166 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. (Alternating years) I Augsburg College 2010-2012 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. Four class meetings per week. (Fall: 111; spring 112, Prereq.: 111. WEC—additional sessions required) FRE 351, 353 Survey of French Literature I, II 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. (Prereq.: FRE 311 or consent of instructor. Spring: on rotational basis) Languages and Cross-cultural Studies FRE 411 Advanced Conversation and Composition GER 331 German Civilization and Culture I 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. (Prereq.: FRE 311 or consent of instructor and ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111. Fall) 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. (Prereq.: GER 311 or consent of instructor. Spring: on rotational basis) FRE 495 Topics in Literature, Culture, or Linguistics GER 332 German Civilization and Culture II 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. (Prereq.: GER 311 or consent of instructor. Spring: on rotational basis) GER 351 Survey of Literature: German Literature from Chivalry to Romanticism 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. GER 354 Survey of Literature: German Literature in the 19th and 20th Centuries The literary, cultural, and scientific background of the new millennium has many Germanspeaking 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. (Prereq.: 311) GER 411 Advanced Conversation and Composition 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. (Prereq.: GER 311 or consent of instructor and ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111. Fall) GER 495 Topics in Literature, Culture, or Linguistics Internships and Independent Study Courses FRE 199 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. FRE 299 Directed Study See description on page 65. FRE 399 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. FRE 499 Independent Study/Research See description on page 65. German (GER) GER 111, 112 Beginning German I, II 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. (Fall: 111; spring: 112, Prereq.: 111. WEC—additional sessions required) GER 211, 212 Intermediate German I, II 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. (Fall: 211; spring: 212, Prereq.: 211) GER 295 Topics in Literature, Culture, or Linguistics GER 311 Conversation and Composition 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. (Fall, Prereq.: 212) Internships and Independent Study Courses GER 199 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 167 Languages and Cross-cultural Studies GER 299 Directed Study NOR 411 Advanced Conversation and Composition See description on page 65. Extensive practice in spoken and written Norwegian, based on literary and cultural readings. Students serve as peer-tutors for those registered in NOR 311. Readings, journals, discussion, role-playing, and written and oral reports in Norwegian. (Prereq.: NOR 311 or consent of instructor and ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111. Spring) NOR 495 Topics in Literature, Culture, or Linguistics GER 399 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. GER 499 Independent Study/Research See description on page 65. Norwegian (NOR) NOR 111, 112 Beginning Norwegian I, II NOR 199 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. NOR 299 Directed Study See description on page 65. NOR 211 Intermediate Norwegian I Continued acquisition and refinement of communication skills (speaking, listening, reading, writing). Emphasis is on social or cultural contexts and integrated vocabulary clusters. Selected readings in Norwegian are used as a basis for class activities and writing exercises. Includes grammar review. (Prereq.: NOR 112 or equivalent. Fall) NOR 399 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. Topics in Literature, Culture, or Linguistics Two courses in Ojibwe (Chippewa) are offered at Augsburg, both as part of the Lanuages and Cross-Cultural Studies Department and as part of the American Indian studies major. NOR 295 168 Introduction of the four basic language skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Stress is on communication and its cultural context. Additional sessions required when taken in the Weekend College schedule. (Fall: 111; spring: 112, Prereq.: 111) Internships and Independent Study Courses NOR 311 Conversation and Composition Practice in spoken and written Norwegian with emphasis on communicative contexts and integrated vocabulary. Readings in history, social science, and literature form a basis for class activities and frequent writing practice. (Prereq.: NOR 211 or equivalent. Spring) NOR 331 Norwegian Civilization and Culture A two-tiered approach allows students to place contemporary cultural developments, such as Norway’s changing role in the global community, into a historical context. Readings in history are supplemented by lectures, newspaper articles, and video materials. In Norwegian. (Prereq.: NOR 311 or consent of instructor.) NOR 353 Survey of Norwegian Literature Selected readings in contemporary Norwegian literature provide a basis for the study of major works from earlier periods, including several in Nynorsk. Readings, lectures, discussion, journals, essays, and oral reports in Norwegian. (Prereq.: NOR 311 or consent of instructor.) I Augsburg College 2010-2012 NOR 499 Independent Study/Research See description on page 65. Ojibwe (OJB) OJB 111, 112 Beginning Ojibwe I, II An introduction to the language and culture of the Ojibwe (Chippewa). Emphasis is on vocabulary, reading, writing, and conversational skills. Classroom practice will include linguistic patterns and oral interaction. (Fall: 111; spring: 112, prereq.: 111) Spanish (SPA) Courses in addition to those below are offered through various programs listed under International Studies. SPA 111, 112 Beginning Spanish I, II Aims to develop the four basic skills: understanding, speaking, reading, and writing of elementary Spanish. Introduction to culture of the Spanish-speaking world. (Fall: 111 and 112; spring: 112, Prereq.: 111. WEC—additional sessions required.) SPA 211, 212 Intermediate Spanish I, II Through the reading of selected Latin American Languages and Cross-cultural Studies and Spanish texts that stimulate intellectual growth and promote cultural understanding, students review all of the basic structures of Spanish and build conversational skills through class discussions. (Fall: 211; spring: 212, Prereq.: 211) SPA 248 Spanish and Latin American Culture through Film An introduction to contemporary cultural issues of Spanish and Latin American societies as portrayed in the films of major filmmakers with attention to the aesthetic variations across their works. Films in Spanish with English subtitles; language of instruction is English. (On demand) SPA 295 Topics in Literature, Culture, or Linguistics SPA 311 Conversation and Composition Thorough oral and written practice in correct expression with the aims of fluency and facility. Enrichment of vocabulary. This course is a prerequisite for all upper division courses. (Prereq.: SPA 212 or equivalent. Fall) SPA 312 Spanish Expression Intended for students who have a basic command of writing and speaking skills in Spanish and seek to expand them. Intensive practice aimed at refining grammar skills. Highly recommended as a continuation of SPA 311. (Prereq.: SPA 311 or consent of instructor. Spring) SPA 331 Spanish Civilization and Culture Study of the Spanish character and of Spanish contributions to world civilization through historical, intellectual, literary, and artistic movements. In Spanish. (Prereq.: SPA 311 or consent of instructor) SPA 332 Latin American Civilization and Culture A study of the cultural heritage of the Spanish American countries from the pre-Columbian civilizations to the present. In Spanish. (Prereq.: SPA 311 or consent of instructor. Spring: odd years) tor. Note: Students who have taken SPA 356 taught in Mexico may not take 354. Spring: even years) SPA 411 Advanced Conversation and Composition Emphasis on increasing facility and correctness of written and oral expression through conversations, discussions, reports, debates, written compositions, and grammatical exercises. (Prereq.: SPA 311 or consent of instructor and ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111. Fall) SPA 495 Topics in Literature, Culture, or Linguistics Internships and Independent Study Courses SPA 199 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. SPA 299 Directed Study See description on page 65. SPA 399 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. SPA 499 Independent Study/Research See description on page 64. SPA 352, 353 Survey of Spanish Literature I, II SPA 354 A study of representative authors in Spanish literature, supplemented by lectures on the literary movements and development of Spanish literature. Lectures, discussion, written, and oral reports in Spanish. (Prereq.: SPA 311 or consent of instructor). Fall on a rotational basis.) Representative Hispanic Authors An introduction to Hispanic literature. Lectures, discussions, and written and oral reports in Spanish. (Prereq.: SPA 311 or consent of instruc- Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 169 Management Information Systems, Marketing Management Information Systems See listing under Department of Business Administration. Marketing See listing under Department of Business Administration. 170 I Augsburg College 2010-2012 Mathematics Mathematics—MAT Mathematics is the study of structure and relationships and provides tools for solving a wide variety of problems. Mathematical language describes our world from the perspectives of the natural, physical, and social sciences. Engaging in mathematical thinking helps strengthen the problem solving and quantitative reasoning skills that are increasingly expected of every member of contemporary society. Moreover, as mathematics has had a formative impact on the development of civilization, it is an important part of a liberal arts education. Students majoring in mathematics acquire the skills necessary to serve society through a variety of careers. In addition to acquiring computational and problem solving skills, mathematics majors at Augsburg develop their abilities to reason abstractly; to conjecture, critique, and justify their assertions; to formulate questions; to investigate open-ended problems; to read and comprehend precise mathematical writing; to speak and write about mathematical ideas; and to experience working in teams on mathematical projects. Students can prepare for graduate school, for work in business, industry, or non-profit organizations, or for teaching mathematics in grades K-12. Students majoring in many disciplines find it helpful to acquire a minor or a second major in mathematics. Students may choose coursework supporting the study of mathematics as a liberal art, its applications to science and engineering, its applications to actuarial science, computing, or economics, or in preparation to teach. Augsburg’s urban location allows students to gain experience working with mathematics through internships, cooperative education, and the colloquium course. Mathematics Faculty Matthew Haines (Chair), Pavel Beˇlík, Tracy Bibelnieks, Suzanne Dorée, Kenneth Kaminsky, ­­ Jody Sorensen, John Zobitz, Catherine Micek Degree and Major Requirements Bachelor of Arts Mathematics Major Nine courses including: MAT 145 MAT 146 MAT 245 MAT 246 MAT 271 Calculus I Calculus II Calculus III Linear Algebra Discrete Mathematical Structures A “theoretical structures” course: MAT 304, MAT 314, MAT 324, or other courses approved by the department. Three additional electives chosen from MAT courses numbered above 250, at least two of which are numbered above 300. Also required: MAT 491 Mathematics Colloquium during junior and senior years. Students must earn a grade of 2.0 or better in each course that applies toward the major. At least two MAT courses numbered above 250 must be taken at Augsburg. Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Quantitative Reasoning (QF and QA), Writing (W) are embedded in the MAT courses and are met by completing the major. An additional course in Speaking (S) is also required and may be met by either MAT 201 together with the major, COM 111, COM 115, student teaching, another speaking skill course approved by the department, or completion of another major that includes the speaking skill. Students transferring in mathematics course(s) must consult their MAT advisor about potential additional skills courses needed. Bachelor of Science Mathematics Major Twelve courses including: MAT 145 MAT 146 MAT 245 MAT 246 MAT 271 Calculus I Calculus II Calculus III Linear Algebra Discrete Mathematical Structures Four electives chosen from MAT courses numbered above 250, at least three of which are numbered above 300. Three additional electives chosen from MAT courses numbered above 250, or the following list of supporting courses (or substitutes with departmental approval); BIO 355, BIO 473, BIO 481, BUS 379, CHM 353, CHM 361, CHM 364, CSC 160 (recommended), CSC 170, CSC 210, CSC 320, CSC 385, CSC 457, ECO 112 or ECO 113 (cannot count both), ECO 318, ECO 416, ECO 490, ESE 330, FIN 331, MAT 163, MAT 164, MAT 173, MKT 352, PHY 121, PHY 122, PSY 215, PSY 315, SOC 362, SOC 363. (Not more than one of MAT 163, MAT 164, BUS 379, PSY 215, SOC 362 may count). These seven electives must include a(n): • “Theoretical Structures” course: MAT 304, MAT 314, MAT 324, or other courses approved by the department. • “Applied Project” course: MAT 355, MAT 369, MAT 374, MAT 377, or other courses approved by the department. • “Statistical Perspectives’’ course: MAT 373, MAT 163, MAT 164, BUS 379, PSY 215, SOC 362, or other courses approved by the department. At least five of the seven electives must be chosen from a focus area approved by the department. Sample focus areas: • Biological Sciences: one of MAT 163, MAT 164, PSY 215; two of BIO 355, BIO 473, BIO 481; two of MAT 363, MAT 369, MAT 373 Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 171 Mathematics • Business, Economics, or Actuarial Science: ECO 112 or ECO 113; two of CSC 160, BUS 379, ECO 318, ECO 416, ECO 490, FIN 331, MAT 163, MAT 164, MAT 173, MKT 352; MAT 373; MAT 374 or MAT 377. (Only one of BUS 379, MAT 163 and MAT 164 may count). • Computational Mathematics: CSC 170; CSC 210; one of CSC 320, CSC 385, CSC 457; two of MAT 304, MAT 355, MAT 363, MAT 377. • Physical Sciences: Two of PHY 121, PHY 122, CHM 353, CHM 361, CHM 364; two of MAT 324, MAT 327, MAT 355, MAT 369; a fifth course from this list. • Statistics: One of MAT 164, BUS 379, PSY 215, SOC 362; MAT 324; MAT 373; MAT 374; one of ECO 490, MKT 352, PSY 315, SOC 363, or another applied statistics course approved by the department. • Teaching Mathematics: ESE 330; MAT 252; MAT 287; MAT 314; MAT 324 • Theoretical mathematics: MAT 314; MAT 324; at least three of MAT 252, MAT 287, MAT 304, MAT 363, MAT 373, or regularly offered courses at other ACTC colleges in Complex Variables, Topology, Measure Theory/Real Analysis II, Abstract Algebra II, Combinatorics. Also required: MAT 491 Mathematics Colloquium during junior and senior years. In addition, an experiential component in the focus area is required, such as an internship, volunteer or paid work experience, undergraduate research project, or other experiences approved by the department. Such experiences may also fulfill the Augsburg Experience requirement if approved. For an undergraduate research project, the work may build upon a course-based project, but significant work beyond the course is expected. Students must earn a grade of 2.0 or better in each course that applies toward the major. At least two MAT courses numbered above 250 must be taken at Augsburg. Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Quantitative Reasoning (QF and QA), Writing (W) are embedded in the MAT courses and are met by completing the major. An additional course in Speaking (S) is also required and may be met by either MAT 201 together with the major, COM 111, COM 115, student teaching, another speaking skill course approved by the department, or completion of another major that includes the speaking skill. Students transferring in mathematics course(s) must consult their MAT advisor about potential additional skills courses needed. Teaching Licensure Major The State of Minnesota has specific licensing requirements for teachers. The state requirements are subject to change after publication of this catalog. Students therefore should consult with the Augsburg Education Department to identify current Minnesota teacher licensure requirements. At the time of publication, the mathematics requirements for secondary education licensure to teach math- 172 I Augsburg College 2010-2012 ematics in grades 5-12 are the same as the B.S. major but the electives must include ESE 330 5-12 Methods: Mathematics; MAT 252; Exploring Geometry; MAT 287 History of Mathematics; MAT 314 Abstract Algebra; MAT 324 Analysis; one of MAT 163 Introductory Statistics, MAT 164 Introductory Biostatistics or MAT 373 Probability and Statistics I; and an “Applied Project” course. At the time of publication, the mathematics requirements for a concentration in mathematics to teach in grades 5-8 under elementary education licensure are MPG 4 or MAT 114 Precalculus; MAT 145 Calculus I; one of MAT 163 Introductory Statistics, MAT 164 Introductory Biostatistics or MAT 373 Probability and Statistics I; MAT 252 Exploring Geometry; MAT 271 Discrete Mathematical Structures; and MAT 287 History of Mathematics. ESE 331 Middle School Methods in Mathematics is also required. Elementary Education majors seeking middle school mathematics licensure are strongly encouraged to consult with a mathematics department adviser before enrolling in the 200 level MAT courses. Departmental Honors in Mathematics GPA of 3.50 in MAT courses numbered above 200, 3.00 overall GPA, an undergraduate research project in mathematics (usually beginning before senior year), and approval of the Mathematics Department. The project may build upon a course-based project, but significant work beyond the course is expected. A proposal to complete departmental honors in mathematics should be submitted to the Mathematics Department chair at least one year prior to graduation. Specific requirements are available from the department. Pi Mu Epsilon Membership in the Augsburg Chapter of this national mathematics honor society is open to those students with declared mathematics major, junior or senior status, and a GPA of 3.00 in their major and overall. Mathematics Minor Five courses including: MAT 145 Calculus I MAT 146 Calculus II Three MAT electives numbered above 200, at least one of which is numbered above 300. Alternatively students may complete a minor by taking the six courses: MAT 145, MAT 146, MAT 163 or MAT 164, MAT 252, MAT 271, and MAT 287. Students must earn a grade of 2.0 or better in each course that applies toward the minor. At least one MAT course numbered above 250 must be taken at Augsburg. Mathematics Other Requirements MAT 129 Practical Applications of Mathematics An examination of applications of mathematics in contemporary society, with an emphasis on quantitative reasoning including an introduction to probability and statistics and topics such as the mathematics of finance, graph theory, game theory, voting theory, linear programming, or cryptography. Note: Students who have successfully completed MAT 138, MAT 163, MAT 164, BUS 379, PSY 215, or SOC 362 may not register for credit without consent of instructor. (Prereq.: MPG 3) Math Placement Group (MPG) Before enrolling in any mathematics course, students must have the required Math Placement. All students are required to have their Math Placement Group (MPG) determined. In some cases, students who have transferred in a mathematics course taken at another college may have their MPG determined by the registrar’s office. Students who have passed the College Board Advanced Placement Exam in calculus should consult with the Mathematics Department. All other students must take the Augsburg Math Placement Exam, which is administered by Academic Advising. The exam is given during College registration sessions and at other announced times during the year. Practice questions and other information are available from Academic Advising. Students in MPG 1 may take MAT 103 to advance to MPG 2. Students in MPG 2 may take MAT 105 to advance to MPG 3. Students in MPG 3 may take MAT 114 to advance to MPG 4. No other MAT course changes a student’s MPG. Students are also permitted to retake the Math Placement Exam during their first term of enrollment at Augsburg College. Prerequisites A course must be completed with a grade of 2.0 or higher to count as a prerequisite for a mathematics course. MAT 137-8 Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I and II 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. These courses are designed for prospective K-6 elementary school teachers. (Prereq.: MPG 3) MAT 140 Calculus Workshop (.25 course) An elective workshop for students concurrently enrolled in Calculus I 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. MAT 140 does not satisfy NSM-LAF requirement. P/N grading only. (Coreq.: MAT 145 or MAT 146 and consent of instructor). Mathematics Courses MAT 103 Everyday Math Concepts of integers, fractions, decimal numbers, ratios, percents, order of operations, exponents, and an introduction to algebraic expressions and equations with an emphasis on applications to everyday life. P/N grading only. Grade of P advances student to MPG 2. MAT 103 does not count as a credit toward graduation. (Prereq.: MPG 1) MAT 105 Applied Algebra 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 2.0 or higher advances student to MPG 3. Students preparing for MAT 114 should consult the department. (Prereq.: MPG 2 and a year of high school algebra) MAT 114 Precalculus 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 2.0 or higher advances student to MPG 4. (Prereq.: MPG 3) MAT 145-6 Calculus I & II Concepts of calculus of one-variable functions including derivatives, integrals, differential equations, and series. (Prereq.: MPG 4 for MAT 145; MAT 145 for MAT 146) MAT 163 Introductory Statistics Concepts of elementary statistics such as descriptive statistics, methods of counting, probability distributions, approximations, estimation, hypothesis testing, analysis-of-variance, and regression. Note: Students who have successfully completed BUS 379, MAT 164, PSY 215, or SOC 362 may not register for credit without consent of instructor. (Prereq.: MPG 3) MAT 164 Introductory Biostatistics Concepts and techniques of statistical inference applied to scientific studies in medicine and biology. Material is centered on real studies from the biomedical sciences. Topics include counting techniques, probability, descriptive methods, point and interval estimation, experimental design, and nonparametric methods. Credit Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 173 Mathematics mathematical reasoning, conjecturing, and proof. (Prereq.: MAT 146 or MAT 145 and one of MAT 163, MAT 164, MAT 252, or MAT 287; and pass CT assessment or GST 100.) may not be received for both MAT 163 and MAT 164. (Prereq.: MAT 114 or MPG 4) 174 MAT 171 Discrete Mathematics for Computing Concepts of discrete mathematics including binary representations, sequences, recursion, induction, formal logic, and combinatorics, with an emphasis on connections to computer science. Students who have completed MAT 271 may not register for credit. (Prereq.: MPG 3. Also recommended: CSC 160) MAT 173 Mathematics of Finance Concepts of elementary financial mathematics such as annuities, loan payments, mortgages, life annuities, and life insurance. Provides an introduction to actuarial mathematics. (Prereq.: MPG 3) (.5 course) MAT 287 History of Mathematics Concepts of historical importance from the areas of geometry, number theory, algebra, calculus, and modern mathematics. (Prereq.: MAT 145) MAT 304 Graph Theory Concepts of graph theory including standard graphs, classic questions, and topics such as degree sequences, isomorphism, connectivity, traversability, matching, planarity, coloring, and graph metrics. (Prereq,: MAT 271, ENL 111, and a speaking course. Also recommended MAT 246.) MAT 201 Communicating Mathematics MAT 314 Abstract Algebra An introduction to mathematical speaking, typesetting, presentation technology, reading, and bibliographic resources. This half-credit 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. (Prereq.: MAT 146) Concepts of algebra including the abstract structures of groups, rings, integral domains, and fields. (Prereq.: MAT 246, MAT 271, ENL 111, and a speaking course) MAT 245 Calculus III MAT 327 Special Functions of Mathematical Physics Concepts of multivariable calculus including functions of several variables, partial derivatives, vectors and the gradient, multiple integrals, and parametric representations. (Prereq.: MAT 146) (See PHY 327) MAT 355 Numerical Mathematics and Computation 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. Includes an applied project. (Prereq.: MAT 146, CSC 160, ENL 111, and a speaking course) MAT 246 Linear Algebra Concepts of linear algebra including systems of linear equations, matrices, linear transformations, abstract vector spaces, determinants, and eigenvalues. (Prereq.: MAT 245 or MAT 271) MAT 252 Exploring Geometry Concepts of geometry including Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries and geometric transformations with an emphasis on geometric reasoning, conjecturing, and proof. (Prereq.: MAT 145) MAT 271 Discrete Mathematical Structures Concepts of discrete mathematics including number theory, combinatorics, graph theory, recursion theory, set theory, and formal logic, with an emphasis on algorithmic thinking, I Augsburg College 2010-2012 MAT 324 Analysis Concepts of real analysis including limits, boundedness, continuity, functions, derivatives, and series in a theoretical setting. (Prereq.: MAT 146, MAT 271, ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111, and a speaking course. Also recommended: additional MAT course numbered 200 or higher) MAT 363 Dynamical Systems 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. (Prereq.: MAT 146 and MAT 246, MAT 269, or MAT 271) Mathematics MAT 369 Modeling and Differential Equations in the Biological and Natural Sciences Concepts of differential equations including quantitative and qualitative methods of linear and non-linear systems; the application, modeling, and analysis of differential equations to model biological phenomena. (Prereq.: MAT 245, ENL 111, and a speaking course) MAT 373-4 Probability and Statistics I & II Concepts of probability and statistics including methods of enumeration, random variables, probability distributions, expectation, the Central Limit Theorem, sampling distributions, methods of estimation, hypothesis testing, regression, analysis of variance, and nonparametric statistics.MAT 374 includes an applied project. (Prereq.: MAT 245 for MAT 373. Also recommended MAT 271. MAT 373, ENL 111, and a speaking course for MAT 374) MAT 377 Operations Research 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. Includes an applied project. (Prereq.: MAT 246, ENL 111, and a speaking course) is required. (Prerequisite for upper division: at least one upper division MAT course, junior or senior standing) See also description on page 64. MAT 499 Independent Study/Research 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. (Prereq.: at least one upper division MAT course, junior or senior standing, and consent of instructor.) See also description on page 65. MAT 395/495 Topics/Advanced Topics in Mathematics Study of an advanced topic such as actuarial mathematics, combinatrics, complex analysis, mathematical biology, topology, or foundations of mathematics. (Prereq.: at least two MAT courses numbered above 200 and consent of instructor. For 495, an additional upper division MAT course depending on the particular topic may also be required) MAT 491 Mathematics Colloquium Information about contemporary applications, career opportunities, and other interesting ideas in mathematics. Presented by outside visitors, faculty members, or students. Carries no course credit. Internship and Independent Study Courses MAT 199/399 Internship 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 Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 175 Medieval Studies Medieval Studies The objective of Medieval Studies is to introduce students to the culture of the Middle Ages—its diverse history and beliefs, its arts and literature—and to the disciplinary and interdisciplinary skills necessary for its serious study. The major in Medieval Studies fulfills the original (medieval) ideal of a liberal arts education. Since the study of the liberal arts was developed in the Middle Ages, students majoring in Medieval Studies find a model context for the pursuit of a liberal arts degree in the modern world. As was the case in medieval universities, Augsburg’s major in Medieval Studies prepares students for life beyond college. Because of its emphasis on precise reading and analysis of texts, careful writing, and spirited discussion, the major in Medieval Studies offers a solid foundation for graduate or professional study, as well as employment opportunities that require abilities in communication, critical and abstract thinking, and processing information. Medieval Studies Faculty Phillip C. Adamo (History, Program Director), Kristin M. Anderson (Art), Mark L. Fuehrer (Philosophy), Douglas E. Green (English), John Harkness (English), Martha B. Johnson (Theatre Arts), Merilee I. Klemp (Music), Philip A. Quanbeck II (Religion), Bruce R. Reichenbach (Philosophy), Mark D. Tranvik (Religion) Degree and Major Requirements Two (2) electives from the following courses: HIS 374 Medieval Crusades HIS 440 Monks and Heretics POL 380 Western Political Thought Any literature, religion/philosophy, or history of arts courses not already taken may be taken as electives. Graduation Skills Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. HIS 369 meets the Quantitative Reasoning (QR) graduation skill. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Minor Five courses including HUM 120. The remaining four courses must be in different disciplines, as grouped above (history, literature, religion/philosophy, and history of arts). Other Requirements Language Requirement Students must take one year of college-level Latin or other medieval language approved by their adviser, which will fulfill the Modern Languages Graduation Skills requirement. Quantitative Reasoning (QR) Skills Fulfilled by HIS 369. Major Augsburg Experience Nine courses, including: As with all majors, an Augsburg Experience is required for graduation. For the Medieval Studies major this might include study abroad, or internships at the University of Minnesota’s Rare Books Collection, the Hill Monastic Manuscript Library, or the Minnesota Renaissance Festival. Prior approval of adviser is required for all Augsburg Experiences related to Medieval Studies. Four (4) core requirements: HUM 120 HIS 369 HIS 370 HUM 499 Medieval Connections Early and Middle Ages Late Middle Ages Keystone, Medieval Studies Project One (1) of the following literature courses: ENL 330 ENL 332 ENL 360 ENL 361 Shakespeare Renaissance and Reformation The Medieval World The Classical Tradition One (1) of the following religion or philosophy courses: HIS 378 PHI 242 REL 361 REL 362 Medieval Church Medieval and Renaissance Philosophy Church in the First Four Centuries Theology of the Reformers One (1) of the following history of arts courses: ART 386 ART 387 MUS 231 THR 361 176 Medieval Art Renaissance and Baroque Art History and Literature of Music I Theatre History and Criticism I I Augsburg College 2010-2012 Courses HUM 120 Medieval Life in 12th-Century Europe (Medieval Connections) 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 Medieval Studies class in academic regalia, just as they did in medieval universities. (Humanities LAF, Spring) For other course descriptions, refer to the specific departments elsewhere in the catalog. Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 177 Metro-Urban Studies Metro-Urban Studies—INS Metro-Urban Studies is the study of cities as social, political, economic and cultural entities. Metro-Urban Studies brings many different perspectives to the study of urban life. It is an interdisciplinary major where students use the tools of sociology, political science, history, environmental studies and art and architecture to understand metropolitan areas in terms of complex relationships that contribute to both opportunities and potential problems. The major is designed to blend ideas learned in the class room with real world experiences from field study. For example, all students participate in internships that reflect their career interests as part of the keystone experience. Metro-Urban Studies helps prepare students for careers and graduate work in urban planning, architecture, public administration, environmental studies, government, community organizing and social welfare. Internships, community service-learning, and cooperative education are available as ways to enhance the quality of the major and make fuller use of the extensive metropolitan opportunities afforded by the College’s location. The Higher Education Consortium for Urban Affairs (HECUA) and Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities (ACTC) enrich the overall program with additional courses and semester-long programs. Metro-Urban Studies Faculty Nancy Fischer (Director, SOC), Andrew Aoki (POL), Jeanne Boeh, Keith Gilsdorf, Stella Hofrenning (ECO), Michael Lansing (HIS), Lars Christiansen, Garry Hesser (SOC), Kristin Anderson (ART) Degree and Major Requirements Major SOC 381, taken in conjunction with INS 399, fulfills the Keystone requirement. Students who are thinking of careers in urban planning are highly encouraged to take courses in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) at Macalester College (Geography 225, 364 and 365) or at the University of St. Thomas (Geography 221, 321 and 322). HECUA off-campus programs are highly recommended, especially the Metro-Urban Studies Term (MUST) Twin Cities program. Students interested in graduate school are encouraged to take ECO 113 Principles of Microeconomics instead of ECO 110. Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Speaking (S), Quantitative Reasoning (QR), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Minor POL 122, SOC 111, HIS 316/249/349, SOC 381 and one of the following: ECO 110, HIS 335, or INS 399. The INS 399 Internship is highly recommended where appropriate. Other combinations are feasible if approved by the director of the program. Metro-Urban Studies Courses Internships and Independent Study Courses INS 199 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit) on page 64. INS 299 Directed Study See description on page 65. (Prereq.: POL 122 or SOC 211) Ten courses including: ECO 113 POL 122 SOC 111 Principles of Microeconomics Metropolitan Complex Community and the Modern Metropolis U.S. Urban Environmental History The Designed Environment HIS 316 or ART 249/349 HIS 249/349 SOC 362 Statistical Analysis or POL 483 Political/Statistics/Methodology SOC 363 Research Methods or POL 484 Political Analysis Seminar SOC 381 The City and Metro-Urban Planning INS 399 Internship Plus two additional approved urban-related courses. Please discuss the selection of these two courses with your faculty adviser. 178 I Augsburg College 2010-2012 INS 399 Internship See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus, half credit). Internships place students with sponsoring organizations that provide supervised work experience for a minimum of 10 hours a week. INS 498 Independent Study—Metropolitan Resources 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. (Prereq.: POL 122 or SOC 211 and consent of instructor) Metro-Urban Studies INS 499 Independent Study/Research INS 330 Field Seminar: Arts Praxis See description on page 65. (Prereq.: POL 484 or SOC 363) Exploration of the work of artists, activists, and community organizers in order to better understand the intrinsic value of art in social, cultural, economic, and political contexts. Visits to performances, installations, museums, studios, etc. Examination of the differences between community-based art, public art, and more formal forms. INS 331 Creating Social Change: Art and Culture in Political, Social and Historical Context Study of the social and cultural history of art, the role of art and the artist in everyday life, and the relationship between intellectual discourse and the politics of cultural work. Readings, films, and discussions integrate theory and artistic expression with issues of social change and activism. Urban Studies Options Through HECUA Augsburg co-founded and plays a leading role in the Higher Education Consortium for Urban Affairs. Through HECUA, Augsburg students have access to interdisciplinary field learning programs of exceptional quality located in Scandinavia, Latin America, Northern Ireland, and the Twin Cities. The following programs can be counted towards the Metro-Urban Studies major and minor. Ask the director of Metro-Urban Studies for more detail. Also see International Studies listings. I. Metro-Urban Studies Term (MUST)—Fall or Spring This Semester in the Cities program focuses upon the Twin Cities metro area. INS 358 Theories of Poverty, Inequality and Social Change (Reading Seminar) Theoretical foundations necessary for understanding the roots, dynamics, and reproduction of urban economic, political, and social inequality, and theoretical tools for evaluating alternative policies and strategies for addressing various forms of poverty and inequality. Integrated with field and internship work, the seminar examines interrelated social systems relevant to the study of poverty and inequality: the economy and labor markets, geographic systems, education, and housing and welfare systems. INS 359 Social Policy and Anti-Poverty Strategies in Theory and Practice (Field Seminar) This seminar illuminates, grounds, and tests theoretical perspectives and insights gained in INS 358. Students will observe and evaluate a variety of policy alternatives and strategies for social change used to address poverty and inequality by conversing with policy makers, community activists, and public and private organizations and by participating in a number of structured field exercises and legislative lobbying. INS 399 Internship See description on page 64. (2 course credits) II. City Arts—Spring An interdisciplinary study of the role of art and the artist in working for social justice, and an exploration of the relationship between art, culture, and identity. Students meet Twin Cities artists, activists, private and public arts funders, and politicians, and engage in a thorough examination of the role of art in advocating for social change. INS 399 Internship See description on page 64. (2 course credits) III. Environmental Sustainability: Science, Politics, and Public Policy—Fall Ecosystem degradation and rehabilitation, the social and economic underpinnings of conflict over environmental change, and public policy and community-based strategies to achieve sustainability. Uses social, economic, and environmental sustainability to address themes like the links between rural and urban concerns and the way local decisions relate to regional and global trends. Students gain first-hand experience learning from community organizers, government planners and business leaders who are rising to the challenges of creating a more sustainable world. INS 346 Adaptive Ecosystem Management INS 345 Social Dimensions of Environmental Change INS 399 Field/Research Methods and Investigation INS 399 Internship and Integration Seminar IV. Writing for Social Change Seminars and field study addressing the social, cultural, and ideological contexts of creative writing and literary production, and the ways this work links to community building. The goal is the growth of students as writers, as readers, and as actors in our democracy by examining the role of literature and literary production in creating social transformation. INS 354 Reading for Social Change: Writing in Context Interdisciplinary, reflective critique of a wide variety of assigned texts (fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction). Exploration of the ways in which creative writers and literature impact communities and address pressing social issues. Examines literature as a tool for social critique, a means of Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 179 Metro-Urban Studies calling for social change and justice, and a tool for transformation. INS 355 Writing for Social Change: Creative Writing Workshop The writing and revision of creative work (fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction): in-class writing exercises, weekly writing assignments, and drafts of mock grant applications. Opportunities for hands-on learning and interaction with Twin Cities literary arts communities, including readings and performances, meeting with local authors, and exploring independent bookstores and literary arts organizations. INS 399 Internship and Integration Seminar (2 course credits) IV. See HECUA under International Studies 180 I Augsburg College 2010-2012 Music Music—MUS Bachelor of Science The Music Department at Augsburg College offers professional music training in the context of a liberal arts curriculum through three music degree programs and five majors. It also offers a variety of music courses and ensemble experiences that are available to non-music majors and courses that meet Augsburg’s Liberal Arts Foundation requirements. Augsburg’s location in the heart of a major artistic center makes it an ideal place to study music, and the music faculty seek and encourage opportunities that connect the campus and the greater arts communities. These opportunities allow students to explore the links between theory and applied knowledge and may take many forms, including internships; community performances; music therapy practica; community-based learning projects; required off-campus performance and concert attendance assignments; or travel and study within and outside the United States. The music department is an institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) and the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA). Music Therapy Equivalency Certificate Full-time Faculty MUS 101 Materials of Music I MUS 111 Aural Skills I MUS 102 Materials of Music II MUS 112 Aural Skills II MUS 201 Materials of Music III MUS 211 Aural Skills III MUS 202 Form and Analysis MUS 212 Aural Skills IV MUS 231 History and Literature of Music I MUS 232 History and Literature of Music II MUS 331 Music of the Baroque Era (0.5 credit) or MUS 332 Music of the Classical Period (0.5 credit) or MUS 333 Music of the Romantic Period (0.5 credit) or MUS 334 Music of the 20th Century (0.5 credit) MUP 1xx-4xx Performance Studies MUE 113 or 122 or 125 or 131 or 142 or 143 or 144 or 145: Chamber Music One to four semester(s) on the major instrument in accordance with degree requirement (0.0 credit) MUS 358 Junior Recital and/or MUS 458 or MUS 459 Senior Recital MUE 111 or 112 or 114 or 121: Large Augsburg Ensemble Robert Stacke (Chair), Jill Dawe, Douglas Diamond, Stephen Gabrielsen, Peter Hendrickson, Roberta Kagin, Ned Kantar, Merilee Klemp, Michael Buck Part-time Faculty Trudi Anderson, Matt Barber, Carol Barnett, Fred Bretschger, Garrick Comeaux, Marv Dahlgren, Bridget Doak, Susan Druck, Lynn Erickson, Janet Fried, Jennifer Gerth, Bradley Greenwald, Nancy Grundahl, Megan Holroyd, Mary Horozaniecki, Joan Hutton, Jim Jacobson, Kathy Kienzle, Rena Kraut, Erick Lichte, Steve Lund, K. Christian McGuire, Laurie Merz, Peter Meyer, Vladan Milenkovic, Rick Penning, O. Nicholas Raths, Shannon Sadler, Andrea Stern, Sonja Thompson, William Webb, Matthew Wilson, Yolanda Williams Fine Arts Coordinator Cathy Knutson Fine Arts Facilities Manager Karen Mulhausen Music therapy major Offers students with an undergraduate degree the preparation necessary to meet the AMTA requirements for becoming a Board Certified Music Therapist. Music Minor Music Music Business **All music majors and music minors** must choose and apply to a degree program by the end of their fourth semester of study. Degree and GPA requirements and applications are in the Music Department Student Handbook. Transfer students should meet with a music degree adviser as soon as possible after enrolling at Augsburg. Degree and Major Requirements Music Core Four to eight semesters in accordance with degree requirement Degrees/Majors Bachelor of Arts Music Major Music Major/Music Business Concentration Bachelor of Music Music performance major Music education major Piano Proficiency Test (see Music Department Handbook) Music Repertoire Tests (see Music Department Handbook) Graduation Skills for Bachelor of Arts in Music, Bachelor of Music Education, Bachelor of Music Performance: Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT) and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. The graduation skills in Speaking (S) and Quantitative Reasoning (QR) are met by completing the following courses: Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 181 Music S: MUS 341 QR fulfilled with QFA: PHY 119, GST 200, MAT 145, or MAT 146 Graduation Skills for Bachelor of Science in Music Therapy: Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT) and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. The graduation skills in Speaking (S) and Quantitative Reasoning (QR) are met by completing the following courses: S: MUS 363 QR fulfilled with QF: PSY 215 or SOC 362 (choose one) and QA: MUS 372 Graduation Skills for Bachelor of Arts in Music with Music Business Concentration: Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses and are met by completing the major. The graduation skill in Quantitative Reasoning (QR) is met by completing the following courses: QR fulfilled with QFA: PHY 119, GST 200, MAT 145, or MAT 146 Transfer Students and Graduation Skills: Transfer students must consult an adviser about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. music industry and to pursue career opportunity where the arts and commerce intersect. Courses in music, performing arts, and business combine with field observations and internships. These experiences prepare students for careers in fields such as arts management, promotion, the record industry, and general music business. The program affords both the performing artist and the business student the opportunity to pursue music business studies. The music business major has two tracks: the Bachelor of Arts in Music with Music Business Concentration (designed with a music emphasis) and the Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with Specialization in Music Business (designed with business emphasis). Augsburg College full-time students may elect to take one course each semester at McNally Smith College of Music providing that they meet all McNally Smith College of Music requirements. A list of approved electives from MSCM for the music business major is available in the Augsburg music office. In no instance may a McNally Smith course be used as a substitute for any Augsburg course specifically listed within a degree program. This program is open to sophomores through seniors. There is no additional fee for this program. Faculty Adviser: Ned Kantar Bachelor of Arts B.A. in Music with Music Business Concentration Music Major Offers the broadest education in liberal arts and prepares the student for the greatest range of graduate, business, and professional opportunities. Students who intend to pursue non-performance graduate study or desire to enter one of the many music related business fields most often choose this course of study. Faculty Adviser: Douglas Diamond Requirements Music core and: MUS 341 Basic Conducting MUS 458 Senior Recital Minimum of two music course electives MUP 1xx-4xx Performance Studies (.25 credit) Eight semesters of half hour lessons in the major instrument/voice MUE 111 or 112 or 114 or121 Eight semesters in a large Augsburg ensemble on the major instrument/voice MUE 113 or 122 or 131 or 142or 143 or 144 or 145 (0.0 credit) Two semesters of chamber music/small ensemble courses on the major instrument/voice Pass piano proficiency test Pass three music repertoire tests Music Business Major The music business major prepares students to enter today’s 182 I Augsburg College 2010-2012 Requirements: Music core and: ECO 113 MIS 260 ACC 221 BUS 242 or BUS 254 or BUS 200 MUS 105 MUS/BUS 245 MUS/BUS 399 MUS/BUS Principles of Microeconomics Problem Solving Introduction to Financial Accounting Principles of Management Entrepreneurship Exploring Business as Vocation Music Business Arts Management Internship Elective (Augsburg or MSCM course, 1.0 Augsburg credit) MUS 458 Senior Recital MUP 1xx-4xx Performance Studies (.25 credit) Eight semesters of half hour lessons in the major instrument/voice MUE 111 or 112 or 114 or 121 Eight semesters in a major Augsburg ensemble on the major instrument/voice MUE 113 or 122 or 131 or 142 or 143 or 144 or 145 (0.0 credit) Two semesters of chamber music/small ensemble courses on the major instrument/voice Pass piano proficiency test Pass three music repertoire tests B.A. in Business Administration with Specialization in Music Business Music Requirements: ECO 112 ECO 113 MIS 260 ACC 221 ACC 222 BUS 242 or BUS 254 or BUS 200 MKT 252 FIN 331 MUS/BUS 105 MUS/BUS 245 MUS/BUS 399 MUS/BUS Principles of Macroeconomics Principles of Microeconomics Problem Solving for Business Introduction to Financial Accounting Introduction to Managerial Accounting Principles of Management Entrepreneurship Exploring Business as Vocation Principles of Marketing Financial Management Music Business Arts Management Internship Elective (Augsburg or MSCM course, 1.0 Augsburg credit) 3 MUS credits — OR — 2 MUS credits and 1 MUE/MUP credit, selected from: MUS 101 Materials of Music I MUS 111 Aural Skills I MUS 102 Materials of Music II MUS 112 Aural Skills II MUS 130 Intro to Music and the Fine Arts MUS 220 Worlds of Music MUS 241 History of Jazz (Other MUS courses as approved by adviser) Note: All business majors are encouraged to take KEY 490 Vocation and the Meaning of Success to fulfill the Augsburg Core Curriculum Senior Keystone Requirement. Music Minor Requirements: 6 credits MUS 101, 102 Materials of Music I, II MUS 111, 112 Aural Skills I, II MUS 341 Basic Conducting One of the following two: MUS 231 MUS 232 History and Literature of Music I History and Literature of Music II career in the music industry. With the music business minor, students are given the opportunity to enroll in coursework and participate in on-site field experiences that address specific professional skills necessary to enter today’s music industry. The minor is a collaborative program between the music and business departments. Requirements: 8 credits MUS 105 ECO 113 MIS 260 ACC 221 MUS/BUS 399 One of the following: MUS/BUS 245 Arts Management and Concert Promotion BUS 301 Business Law BUS 254 Entrepreneurship All of the above courses plus two additional music course credits beyond MUS 105 and MUS 245 (maximum of 1 credit in MUE and/or MUP courses) Bachelor of Music Music Education Major Offers students the preparation necessary to become teachers of music in public schools. This preparation includes coursework that allows the student to become certified to teach at the elementary through the secondary level. Students select either vocal/general or instrumental/general emphasis. In addition to applying to the Music Department, Bachelor of Music education major candidates must also apply to the Department of Education for acceptance into the music education licensure program. Recommendation for teacher licensure is granted only to students who successfully complete the requirements for the Bachelor of Music education major. All music requirements must be completed prior to student teaching. A cumulative GPA of 2.50 in all music courses is necessary for the music education licensure program. One additional course (.5 or above) in music history or conducting. Other courses may be approved by departmental petition. Faculty Advisers: MUE 111 or 112 or 114 or121 & Requirements MUP 1xx-2xx Performance Studies (.25 credit) Four semesters in a large Augsburg ensemble and four (.25 credit) semesters of performance studies in the major instrument/voice Music core and: Pass one music repertoire test Candidates must submit an application for admission prior to spring juries of the sophomore year Music Business Minor The music business minor is a course of study designed both for the music major desiring additional preparation in business and for the non-music major interested in pursuing a The Music Business Principles of Microeconomics Problem Solving for Business Introduction to Financial Accounting Internship (approved for the Music Business Minor) Robert Stacke—Instrumental Peter Hendrickson—Vocal MUS 311 MUS 341 MUS 358 MUS 459 HPE 115 EDC 200 EDC 210 EDC 211 EDC 220 EDC 310 Composition I Basic Conducting (.5) Half Junior Recital Full Senior Recital Health and Chemical Dependency Education Orientation to Education Diversity in the Schools Minnesota American Indians Educational Technology Learning and Development Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 183 Music ESE 300 Reading/Writing in Content Area ESE 325 Creative Learning Environments ESE 370 Music K-12 Methods EDC 410 Special Needs Learner EDC 480 School and Society EED 481c, 483c, ESE 485, 487 Student Teaching MUS 359 Music Methods: Choral/Vocal (.5) MUS 356 Music Methods: Brass/Percussion (.5) MUS 357 Music Methods: Woodwinds (.5) MUS 355 Music Methods: Strings (.5) One of the following two areas of emphasis: Vocal emphasis: MUS 251-254 Diction (.25 credit each=1.0) MUS 342 Choral Conducting (.5 credit) MUS/THR 235 Music Theatre (.5 credit) Instrumental emphasis: MUS 344 Instrumental Conducting (.5 credit) Music elective or approved course (1.0 credit) MUP 1xx Performance Studies (.25credit) Two semesters of half hour lessons in the major instrument/ voice (first year) MUP 2xx-4xx Performance Studies (.5 credit) Six semesters of hour lessons in the major instrument/voice (second, third, fourth year) A Music Education major whose major instrument is piano, organ, or guitar is required to take a minimum of four additional semesters of lessons on an instrument/voice that corresponds with their large ensemble requirement. MUE 111 or 112 or 114 or 121 (.25 credit) Eight semesters in a large Augsburg ensemble on the major instrument/voice (winds and percussion, Band; strings, Orchestra; voice, Choir). You must participate in the ensemble for which you want to teach. (total= 2.0 credits) MUE 113 or 122 or 125 or 131 or 142 or 144 or 145 (0.0 credit) Two semesters in a chamber music course on the major instrument/voice Pass piano proficiency test Pass three music repertoire tests Faculty Adviser Jill Dawe Requirements Music Core and: MUS 341 MUP 1xx Basic Conducting (0.5 credit) Performance Studies Two semesters of half hour lessons (0.25 credit) in major instrument MUP 2xx-4xx Performance Studies Six semesters of one hour lessons (0.5 credit) in major instrument MUE 113 or 122 or 125 or 131 or 142 or 144 or 145 (0.0 credit) At least four semesters Chamber Music playing on major instrument (see Handbook) MUS 358 Junior Recital (.0 credit) MUS 459 Senior Recital (.0 credit) (see Handbook) MUE 111 or 114 or 121or 141 Large Augsburg Ensembles: eight semesters OR for guitarists, harpists and pianists: four semesters of large ensemble and four additional semesters of chamber music or other assignment in consultation with adviser. Additional coursework as follows: Voice Majors: MUS 251-254 MUS 435 MUS359 MUS Elective Diction (0.25 credit each) Voice Repertoire (0.5 credit) Music Methods: Voice/Choral (0.5 credit) Voice students are also strongly encouraged to take MUS/THR 235 Skills of Music Theater and/or MUE 294 or 494 Opera Workshop. Keyboard Majors: MUS 436 MUS 456 MUS Elective Piano Repertoire Piano Pedagogy (0.5 credit) Instrumentalists: Bachelor of Music MusicMethods: Brass/Percussion (0.5 credit); or MUS 357 Music Methods: Woodwinds (0.5 credit); or MUS 355 Music Methods: Strings (0.5 credit) MUS Elective (1.0 credit) Music Performance Major Bachelor of Science Achieve a cumulative GPA of 2.50 in all music courses and in the major instrument/voice A focused classical training program designed to develop the skills and challenge the performing ability of the individual musician, this degree best prepares students who are interested in private and studio teaching, professional performance opportunities, auditions, and graduate school. Acceptance 184 to the program is by application and audition (see the Music Department Student Handbook). I Augsburg College 2010-2012 MUS356 Music Therapy Major Fulfills the academic and clinical requirements for eligibility to take the Music Therapy Board Certification Examination. The B.S. in music therapy is a four-and-one-half-year degree Music program, which includes a six month full-time internship in a clinical facility approved by the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA). This course of study is chosen by students who wish to become professional music therapists. Faculty Adviser: Roberta Kagin Requirements Music core and: MUS 271 MUS 274, 275 MUS 363 MUS 372, 373 MUS 374, 375 MUS 480 MUS 474, 475 MUS 481 MUS 458 EDC 410 PSY 105 PSY 262 BIO 103 MUS 340 MUS 345 Introduction to Music Therapy Music Therapy Practicums Expressive and Creative Arts in Healing Psychological Foundation of Music I, II Music Therapy Practicums Music Therapy Senior Seminar Music Therapy Practicums Music Therapy Clinical Internship Half Senior Recital The Learner with Special Needs Principles of Psychology Abnormal Psychology Human Anatomy and Physiology Music Therapy Techniques and Materials I Music Therapy Techniques and Materials II One of the following two: SOC 362 PSY 215 Statistical Analysis Research Methods: Design Procedure, and Analysis I MUP 1xx-4xx Performance Studies (.25 credit) Eight semesters of half hour lessons in the major instrument/voice MUE 111 or 112 or 114 or121 Eight semesters in a large Augsburg ensemble on the major instrument/voice and residency at Augsburg MUE 113 or 122 or 125 or 131 or 142 or 143 or 144 or 145 (0.0 credit) Two semesters of chamber music/small ensemble courses on the major instrument/voice Pass piano and guitar proficiency tests Pass three music repertoire tests Achieve a minimum grade of 2.5 in all music therapy courses Music Therapy Equivalency/Certification Program The music therapy equivalency program is available to students who already have a bachelor’s degree and wish to meet the requirements set by the American Music Therapy Association to become professional music therapists. This equivalency program prepares students for eligibility to take the Music Therapy Board Certification Examination. Depending upon the student’s degree and skill level, individual requirements will be outlined by the director of music therapy. There is a minimum two-year residency requirement, which includes participation in a major ensemble for four terms and successful completion of a two-year music theory equivalency test. For acceptance to the degree program, equivalency/certification students must: • submit an application for admission during the first semester of residency at Augsburg • submit a copy of a current academic transcript and transferred credits with the application • submit the studio instructor recommendation form for the major instrument or voice with the application (found in Music Department Student Handbook) • complete the piano and guitar proficiency requirements during the first semester of residence Acceptance to the degree program will be based on the successful completion of the above, as well as on the student’s performance at his or her first jury. Departmental Honors Students may apply for departmental honors by submitting an honors project proposal to the music faculty during the first semester of the senior year. Students submitting a proposal should include a transcript showing a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher in music courses, and a brief resume outlining their experience, performances, work, research, leadership roles, and study. The honors proposal should clearly outline a project that goes well beyond required coursework, and could include but is not limited to one of the following: defending a senior thesis, presenting an additional recital, composing a substantial piece(s), conducting a program, presenting a research paper, or some combination of any of the above. Student Recitals Students planning a recital should carefully read the Music Student Handbook and consult regularly with their applied instructor. Registration in performance studies in the major instrument/voice is required during the semester in which a degree recital is given. At least two full-time music faculty members and the student’s private instructor will evaluate junior and senior recitals. Recitals are graded on a pass/fail basis. Recitals required for the fulfillment of the B.M., B.A., or B.S. degree requirements or Honors program will be sponsored by the music department. Other non-degree student recitals may be considered for departmental sponsorship. All music degree recitals must meet the academic guidelines set forth in this catalog. • B.M. degree junior recitals (MUS 358) will be one-half hour in duration for music education majors, and one hour in duration for music performance majors. • B.M. degree senior recitals (MUS 459) will be one hour in duration for music education majors and music performance majors. • B.A. and B.S. degree senior recitals (MUS 458) will be onehalf hour in duration. Augsburg College 2010-2012 I 185 Music Examinations Piano Proficiency: All music majors enrolled in a music degree program must complete the piano proficiency requirement by the end of the sophomore year. Consult the Music Student Handbook for piano major and non-piano major requirements and test dates. with MUS 211. (Prereq.: Passing MUS 101 and 102 with a minimal grade of 2.0) MUS 202 Form and Analysis Musical structures of common practice period and introduction to 20th-century practice. To be taken concurrently with MUS 212. (Prereq.: Passing MUS 201 and 211 with a minimal grade of 2.0 and pass CT assessment or GST 100.) Music Repertoire Tests: Music majors are required to pass three music repertoire tests, transfer students must pass two, and music minors must pass one. Consult the Music Student Handbook for contents of music repertoire tests and test dates. Music Courses Many music courses are offered alternate years. Consult the registrar’s website <www.augsburg.edu/enroll/registrar> or the Music Department for course offerings in each term. MUS 211 Aural Skills III (.5 course) Melodic, harmonic dictation, and sight singing to parallel progress in MUS 201. To be taken concurrently with MUS 201. (Prereq.: MUS 112) MUS 212 Aural Skills IV Further development of listening skills to parallel progress in MUS 202. To be taken concurrently with MUS 202. (Prereq.: MUS 211 and pass CT assessment or GST 100.) Theory and Musicianship 186 MUS 101 Materials of Music I (.5 course) Notation, scales, intervals, triads, keyboard harmony, and principles of part writing. To be taken concurrently with MUS 111. (Prereq.: Theory Placement Test) MUS 102 Materials of Music II Diatonic harmony, secondary dominants, and simple modulations. To be taken concurrently with MUS 112. (Prereq.: Passing MUS 101 with a minimal grade of 2.0) (.5 course) MUS 111 Aural Skills I (.5 course) Rhythmic and melodic dictation, interval and triad recognition, sight singing, and harmonic dictation to parallel progress in MUS 101. To be taken concurrently with MUS 101. MUS 112 Aural Skills II (.5 course) Development of listening and reading skills to parallel progress in MUS 102. To be taken concurrently with MUS 102. (Prereq.: MUS 111) MUS 160 Fundamentals of Music Introduction to the basic elements of Western musical notation (pitch, rhythm, meter, intervals, major and minor scales, key signatures and chords). Students will develop basic aural and keyboard skills, identify typical compositional forms in popular and classical music. Students write their own composition for the final project. MUS 201 Materials of Music III Continuation of MUS 102 with chromatic harmony and modulation. To be taken concurrently I Augsburg College 2010-2012 (.5 course) (.5 course) (.5 course) MUS 311 Composition I Ranges and characteristics of voices and orchestral instruments, standard notation and score layout; related 20th-century literature. (Prereq.: Passing MUS 202 and 212 with a minimal grade of 2.0 and pass CT assessment or GST 100.) (.5 course) MUS 312 Composition II Contemporary approaches to melody, harmony, tonality, rhythm, and form. Atonality, serialism, indeterminacy, electronic music, minimalism, decategorization. Related literature (Prereq.: Passing MUS 202 and 212 with a minimal grade of 2.0) (.5 course) History and Literature MUS 130 Introduction to Music and the Fine Arts Relationship between music of each period and the other fine arts. Live performance will be a feature of this course. The ability to read music is not required. MUS 220 Worlds of Music A survey of non-Western music, this course explores diverse musical styles and instruments from many cultures. MUS 231 History and Literature of Music I An intensive survey of the evolution of music from antiquity to 1750, studying music in its historical and cultural contexts as well as basic knowledge of repertory. (Prereq.: MUS 101, 102, 201) MUS 232 History and Literature of Music II Continuation of MUS 231 from 1750 to the present. (Prereq.: MUS 101, 102, 201) MUS 241 History of Jazz MUS 272 Human Identity through the Creative Arts This course is a study of the musical elements, cultural perspectives, and the historical developments of jazz. Many styles of jazz are examined including early New Orleans Dixieland, swing, cool, jazz/rock/fusion, ragtime, bop, and progressive jazz. A study of the aesthetic expression and experience as they relate to human identity, with an emphasis on psychological, cultural, and biological aspects of musical behavior. An understanding of the relationships of the creative therapies of art, music, drama, and movement. MUS 331 Music of the Baroque Era MUS 274, 275 Music Therapy Practicums (Prereq.: MUS 231, 232 and ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111) (.5 course) MUS 332 Music of the Classical Period (Prereq.: MUS 231, 232 and ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111) (.5 course) MUS 333 Music of the Romantic Period (Prereq.: MUS 231, 232 and ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111) (.5 course) MUS 334 Music of the 20th Century (.5 course) (Prereq.: MUS 231, 232 and ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111) Each course in the MUS 331-334 sequence offers a detailed investigation of Western European classical music from a specific era: Baroque, Classical, Romantic, or 20th Century. Significant repertoire is studied within cultural and historical contexts; listening is emphasized; and each course fulfills the LAF required skill in writing. MUS 432 Church Music and Worship Development and influence of church music as evidenced in contemporary worship practices. Designed for the general as well as the music and theology student. MUS 435 Voice Repertoire A survey of standard art song repertoire from Eastern and Western Europe, Russia, Scandinavia, and the Americas. Includes listening, writing, and performance. Required for vocal performance majors. (Prereq.: MUS 251, 252, 253, 254, or permission from instructor) MUS 340 Music Therapy Techniques and Materials I This course will introduce students to primary instruments used in MT sessions, i.e. guitar, keyboards and drums/percussion. Classes will focus on skill development in accordance with AMTA standards. The course will emphasize functional playing skills as well as song composition and group leading. The class is open for freshmen, sophomores and transfer students. MUS 345 Music Therapy Techniques and Materials II This experiential course includes an introduction to musical improvisation, making use of the skills acquired in Techniques and Materials Pt. I. These include the use of modes, various song forms, harmonic relationships and rhythm based exercises. The course will explore the student’s own personal relationship to music while introducing them to clinical improvisation methods. MUS 363 Expressive and Creative Arts in Healing An experiential approach to healing through music, art, drama, dance, and movement. Consultants will describe and demonstrate specific specialties in expressive and creative arts, as used in therapy. (.5 course) MUS 436 Piano Repertoire A study of piano literature from the 17th century to the present. (Prereq.: MUS 231, 232) MUS 372 Psychological Foundations of Music I An objective approach to musical stimuli and response, with an emphasis on acoustics and sociopsychological aspects of music. An understanding of the research process and development of an experimental research project. (.5 course) Music Therapy MUS 271 Introduction to Music Therapy (.5 course) Study of non-symphonic instruments, OrffShulwerk, applications of recreational music activities to clinical settings, and acquisition of skills in improvisation. Includes on-campus practicum with children. (.0 course) Volunteer work in a clinical setting acquiring clinical skills in leadership, observation, and functional music skills including improvisation. Two hours per week. No course credit. MUS 373 Psychological Foundations of Music II Implementation of group and individual research projects, emphasis on a multidisciplinary approach to music therapy. Theories of learning music, musical talent, and performance. (Prereq.: ENL 111 or 112 or HON 111) MU