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Search Result: ; ' Introduction Graduate Catalog 2022-2023 Official Publication of Augsburg University 2211 Riverside Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55454 The Augsburg University Graduate Catalog contains information about academic program requirements and academic and student policies and procedures for Fall...
Show more ; ' Introduction Graduate Catalog 2022-2023 Official Publication of Augsburg University 2211 Riverside Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55454 The Augsburg University Graduate Catalog contains information about academic program requirements and academic and student policies and procedures for Fall Semester 2022–Summer Semester 2023. It is subject to change without notice. The catalog is intended to complement other university publications including the Student Guide and university website. It is important for students to be familiar with all university policies and procedures. Students are strongly encouraged to consult their advisor(s) at least once each semester to be certain they are properly completing degree requirements. Published 2022 Phone: 612-330-1000 www.augsburg.edu 1 Greeting from the President I am pleased to know of your interest in Augsburg University’s exciting and innovative graduate programs. You are part of a select and discerning group of professionals who seek to find a graduate program that combines an excellent curriculum, a values-based approach to work, a talented and experienced faculty, and program formats that meet the needs of busy and successful people. Augsburg University’s graduate-level programs in business administration, creative writing, education, leadership, music therapy, nursing, physician assistant studies, social work, and clinical psychology are distinguished by the opportunities they provide students to expand decision-making and strategic skills. Augsburg University is characterized by a strong mission: Augsburg University educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. The Augsburg experience is supported by an engaged community that is committed to intentional diversity in its life and work. An Augsburg education is defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies, guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, and shaped by its urban and global settings. For our graduate programs, this mission helps to shape an innovative educational experience that features an expansive perspective on social responsibility, economic realities, business initiatives, and environmental sustainability. At Augsburg University, we believe that our distinctive educational purpose is to help you find your calling, at work and in the world. Augsburg graduate programs are designed to offer you quality educational experiences, personal attention, and opportunities to expand your personal and professional talents and skills. We are confident that our graduates are prepared for leadership in our ever-changing global society, the hallmark of an Augsburg degree. Sincerely, Paul C. Pribbenow President 2 Welcome from the Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs Welcome to graduate study at Augsburg University! Augsburg has a long history of preparing our graduates for leadership in their communities and places of work. Across our graduate programs, students bring perspectives informed by prior study and experience; acquire specialized knowledge in a discipline or field; engage in collaborative learning; develop advanced capacities; encounter diverse perspectives and ideas; test theory through real-world experiences; and equip themselves for the next stage in their vocational journeys. When you join the Augsburg community, you become part of the Augsburg story—a story of academic achievement, preparation for professional practice, experiential learning deepened by reflection, demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion, and preparation for lifelong learning. We are an institution committed to place, and our locations—whether in the Twin Cities, Rochester, or beyond—offer opportunities to apply what you learn in the classroom to the neighborhood, to the local community, and in various urban and rural locations. Inspired by the faith of our Lutheran founders to be inclusive to the early immigrants who came to Augsburg’s doors, we are a community of diverse cultures and faiths. Indeed, the diversity of our community helps ensure that our graduates are uniquely prepared to meet the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century. Our commitment to interdisciplinary thinking is embodied in our newest academic building on the Minneapolis campus—the Hagfors Center for Science, Business, and Religion. We ground learning in the best of the liberal arts tradition, ensuring that our students are prepared not only for their first job but for mid- and late-career success. While connected through these common commitments, each graduate program has its own distinctive identity and curriculum. Your program offers a disciplinary home from which you will join a community of faculty, staff, and fellow students who will collectively extend your network of connections with prospective employers and expand your career opportunities in the future. We’re delighted that you’ll be joining us. Sincerely, Paula O’Loughlin Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs 3 About Augsburg University At Augsburg University, we believe that graduate education should prepare gifted people for positions of leadership in their communities and places of work. Augsburg graduates will be able to demonstrate not only the mastery of a major field of study, but also the ability to apply critical thinking, problem solving, and advanced communication skills in a collaborative approach within that discipline, thereby engaging others with diverse perspectives in the work of advancing civic and global initiatives critical for a sustainable future. The heart of an Augsburg education is the Augsburg mission, informed by the liberal and professional arts and sciences, to serve our neighbors in the heart of the city and out into the world with faith-based, ethical values. We welcome students from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences. Our programs also look to the world through international courses and cultural exchanges. Mission Statement Students who graduate from Augsburg are well prepared to make a difference in the world. They stand as testaments to the university motto, “Education for Service,” and mission: Augsburg University educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. The Augsburg experience is supported by an engaged community that is committed to intentional diversity in its life and work. An Augsburg education is defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies, guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, and shaped by its urban and global settings. Augsburg Today Augsburg was the first seminary founded by Norwegian Lutherans in America, named after the confession of faith presented by Lutherans in Augsburg, Germany, in 1530. Augsburg opened in September 1869, in Marshall, Wisconsin, and moved to Minneapolis in 1872. A Rochester, Minnesota, location was added in 1998. A short history of Augsburg University can be found at augsburg.edu/about/history. Today, Augsburg continues to reflect the commitment and dedication of its founders, who believed: ● ● ● Education should have a solid liberal arts core at the graduate level; this focus centers on the ability to think critically and broadly about the world and the work we do in it. An Augsburg education should be preparation for service in community and centers of faith. The city—with all its excitement, challenges, and diversity—is an unequaled learning environment. The vision of the university’s work today is lived out in the phrase, “We believe we are called to serve our neighbor.” Through common commitments to living faith, active citizenship, meaningful work, and global perspective, Augsburg prepares its students to become effective, ethical citizens in a complex global society. Degrees Offered Augsburg offers the following graduate degrees: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Master of Arts in Education Master of Arts in Teaching Master of Arts in Leadership Master of Arts in Nursing Master of Business Administration Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing Master of Music Therapy Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Master of Social Work Doctor of Nursing Practice (with tracks in Transcultural Nursing and Family Nurse Practitioner) Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology 4 Augsburg offers the following dual degrees: ● ● ● Bachelor of Arts in Accounting and Master of Arts in Leadership Master of Arts in Leadership and Master of Business Administration Master of Social Work and Master of Business Administration 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 fellow students with a variety of work and life experiences. To facilitate this kind of community interaction, Augsburg encourages students to make use of all university facilities—whether in Minneapolis, Rochester, or one of Augsburg’s international locations—and to participate in university activities such as music and dramatic presentations and lecture/speaker events. Graduate Faculty The heart of any educational institution is its faculty, and Augsburg University is particularly proud of the excellence and commitment of its professors. Most faculty hold a doctorate or other terminal degree, and all consider teaching and service to be the focus of their activity at the university. Faculty are involved in social, professional, and a variety of research activities, but these support and are secondary to their teaching. Faculty are actively involved in a dynamic faculty development program that introduces them to best practices in teaching and learning techniques and theories. Augsburg’s small class sizes encourage its tradition of close involvement between professors and students. Faculty act as academic advisors and participate regularly in campus activities. 5 Locations Minneapolis Campus Augsburg University is located in the heart of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota. The campus is bordered by Riverside Avenue and Interstate 94, near the University of Minnesota—Twin Cities West Bank campus and the University of Minnesota Medical Center. Downtown Minneapolis is just minutes away, providing access to internships and careers with some of the country’s leading companies, as well as entertainment, arts, sports venues, shopping, dining, and transportation. The campus is blocks from the Metro Transit Green and Blue light rail lines, which provide easy access to destinations in Minneapolis and St. Paul, as well as the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Rochester Learning Site Augsburg’s learning site in Rochester, Minnesota, was established in 1998 as a natural extension of the university’s mission and its expertise in teaching working adults. Graduate degrees and undergraduate majors including business, education, and nursing are offered in Rochester. Graduate programs in Rochester include the Master of Business Administration, Master of Arts in Nursing, Master of Arts in Education, and Doctor of Nursing Practice. The Rochester classrooms and offices are located at Bethel Lutheran Church (ELCA), just a few blocks south of downtown Rochester. Home to approximately 110,000 residents, Rochester is a city that enjoys a rich ethnic diversity and superior technological resources. Bethel Lutheran Church is located at 810 3rd Ave SE, Rochester MN 55904. Augsburg classes in Rochester meet on a semester schedule, with classes taking place on alternating weekday evenings and on occasional Saturdays, making them accessible to working adults. Students may also take courses within their program on the Minneapolis campus. Students at the Rochester site are Augsburg University students. They are supported through an array of e-learning resources ranging from access to Lindell Library databases to the use of online course management software. Information about the Rochester learning site is available at augsburg.edu/rochester or by calling the Rochester office at 507-288-2886. International Locations Augsburg is enhanced by its global centers in Southern Africa and Latin America. Students can perform research, take courses, or consult with faculty in those locations to gain new perspectives on their disciplines. 6 Minneapolis Campus Facilities Instruction facilities and student housing at Augsburg’s main campus are conveniently located near each other. A tunnel/ramp/skyway system connects the two tower residence halls, the five buildings on the Quadrangle, plus the Music Hall, Lindell Library, Oren Gateway Center, Hagfors Center, and the Foss Lobeck Miles Center for Worship, Drama, and Communication. Admissions Office—The Admissions Office is located on the lower level of Christensen Center. Anderson Residence Hall (1993)—Named in honor of Oscar Anderson, president of Augsburg 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 Center for Wellness and Counseling, the Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship, and the Office of Marketing and Communication. Center for Wellness and Counseling—The Center for Wellness and Counseling, located in Anderson Hall, offers programs and services that enhance student learning by promoting personal development and well-being. Christensen Center (1966)—The university center includes the Admissions Office, a student lounge, the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work, the Commons dining facility and Einstein Bros. Bagels, two art galleries, the copy center and mailroom, University Events, Latinx Student Services, American Indian Student Services, Pan-Afrikan Student Services, Pan-Asian Student Services, Campus Life, LGBTQIA+ Student Services, and the Auggie’s Nest, a meeting place for student organizations. Edor Nelson Field—The athletic field, located at 725 23rd Avenue, is the playing and practice field of many of the Augsburg teams. An air-supported dome covers the field during winter months, allowing year-round use. Foss Lobeck Miles Center for Worship, Drama, and Communication (1988)—The Foss Center is named in recognition of the Julian and June Foss family. The Tjornhom-Nelson Theater, Hoversten Chapel, and the Arnold Atrium are also housed in this complex, which provides space for Campus Ministry; the departments of Theater and Communication Studies, Film, and New Media; classrooms; and administrative offices (Facilities Management and the Enterprise Information Systems and Systems and Networking teams in IT). Hagfors Center (2017) - The Norman and Evangeline Hagfors Center for Science, Business, and Religion houses eight academic departments (Biology, Business, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Religion, and Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science), the office of Undergraduate Research and Graduate Opportunities, the McNair Scholars Program, and the office of the Dean of Arts and Sciences. The Hagfors Center is the largest academic building on the Augsburg campus and contains 139,000 square feet of collaborative learning space, including 24 labs and 6,000 square feet of student-faculty research facilities. Ice Arena (1974)—Two skating areas provide practice space for hockey and figure skating, and recreational skating for Augsburg and the metropolitan community. Kennedy Center (2007)—Completed in 2007 as a three-story addition to Si Melby Hall and named for Dean (’75) and Terry Kennedy, it features a state-of-the-art wrestling training center, fitness center, classrooms for health and physical education, and hospitality facilities. The James G. Lindell Family Library (1997)—This library and information technology center houses all library functions and is located on the corner of 22nd Avenue and 7th Street. It houses the TechDesk and User Support team in IT and the Gage Center for Student Success: the Deidre Middleton Office of Academic Advising, the Center for Learning and Adaptive Student Services (CLASS), and TRIO/Student Support Services. Luther Residence 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. Si 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 Patricia Piepenburg Women’s Locker Room, the Claudia Murray Women’s Soccer Locker Room, 7 the Donny Wichmann Weight Room, the Olivia Dahl/Hoyt Messerer Sport Medicine Center, and general auditorium purposes. The Ernie Anderson Center Court was dedicated in 2001. Mortensen Residence Hall (1973)—Named in honor of Gerda Mortensen (dean of women from 1923 to 1964), it has 104 one- and two-bedroom apartments that house 312 upper-class students, the Department of Public Safety, and a lounge area. Charles S. Anderson Music Hall (1978)—Contains Sateren Auditorium, a 217-seat recital hall, classroom facilities, two rehearsal halls, music libraries, practice studios, and offices for the Music department faculty. 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® collegiate recovery program, Institutional Advancement offices, the Alumni Offices, the Master of Business Administration Program, the Master of Arts in Leadership program, the Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing program, and substance-free student housing. It also houses the Barnes & Noble Augsburg Bookstore, Nabo Café, Gage Family Art Gallery, and the Johnson Conference Center. Science Hall (1949)—Houses the department of Nursing, International Student and Scholar Services, and Administrative Accounting. Sverdrup Hall (1955)—Named in honor of Augsburg’s fourth president, it contains the Enrollment Center (Registrar’s Office and Student Financial Services), the Women’s Resource Center, classrooms and computer labs, and the departments of Education and Computer Science. Sverdrup-Oftedal Memorial Hall (1938)—Built as a residence hall and named in honor of Augsburg’s second and third presidents, it contains the President’s Office, Human Resources, Norway Hub, the Academic Affairs Office, Student Affairs Offices, the Christensen Center for Vocation (CCV), and faculty offices for Political Science, History, Philosophy, American Indian Studies, English, and Sociology. 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. 8 Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships Accreditation is a process by which colleges and universities are regularly evaluated by third-party agencies to ensure they are meeting standards for educational quality for the degrees they offer. Augsburg University has been continuously accredited since 1954 by the Higher Learning Commission. The Higher Learning Commission is an institutional accreditation agency that accredits colleges and universities in the United States. HLC conducts periodic reviews of accredited institutions to ensure they are meeting their standards of quality. Several degree programs at Augsburg are also eligible for accreditation or approval by specialized agencies that ensure the quality of those programs in meeting their professional standards. The following Augsburg programs are accredited or approved by the appropriate agencies. Agency Description Degree Programs Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) Global accreditor for business education MBA BA Accounting, Business Administration (Music Business), Business Administration/Economics, Finance, International Business, Management, Management Information Systems, Marketing Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) Accredits physician assistant programs in the United States MS Physician Assistant Studies American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) Advanced the music therapy profession and approves music therapy degree programs BS Music Therapy Master of Music Therapy American Chemical Society (ACS) Scientific organization for advancing chemistry practice, approves baccalaureate chemistry programs BS Chemistry American Psychological Association Commission on Accreditation (APA-CoA) Scientific and professional organization Doctor of Psychology for psychology in the United States, accrediting doctoral programs in clinical, counseling, and school psychology 9 Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) National accreditor for baccalaureate, graduate, and residency/fellowship programs in nursing BS Nursing MA Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) National accrediting agency for social work education in the United States Bachelor of Social Work Master of Social Work Minnesota Board of Nursing State board that approves nursing programs and regulates licensure DNP – Family Nurse Practitioner National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) National accreditor for undergraduate, graduate, and other credentials for music and music-related disciplines BA Music BS Music Therapy Bachelor of Music Master of Music Therapy Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) Approves programs in Minnesota that prepare candidates for teacher licensure BA/BS Elementary Education BA English as a Second Language BA Special Education: Academic Behavioral Strategist (See Education Department for full list of approved programs for licensure and endorsements) Augsburg University is an institutional member of: Agency Description American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) Advances the democratic purposes of higher education by promoting equity, innovation, and excellence in liberal education American Association of Colleges of Teacher Education (AACTE) Represents institutions dedicated to high-quality evidence-based preparation of educators who are ready to teach all learners American Association of Higher Education (AAHE) Dedicated to the advancement of higher education 10 Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities (ACTC) Consortium of private liberal arts colleges in the Twin Cities of Minnesota that shares academic programs and promotes student exchange Campus Compact National coalition of colleges and universities committed to building democracy through civic engagement and community development Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) Association of independent nonprofit colleges and universities that provides services to improve the quality of education, administrative, and financial performance Lutheran Education Conference of North America (LECNA) Promotes cooperation among Lutheran colleges and universities in the United States and Canada Minnesota Private College Council Represents the private liberal arts colleges of Minnesota National Council of Schools of Professional Psychology (NCSPP) Advances the development of the highest quality of graduate training in professional psychology Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA) Works to ensure quality physician assistant education Augsburg University is registered with the Minnesota Office of Higher Education pursuant to sections 136A.61 to 136A.71. Registration is not an endorsement of the institution. Credits earned at the institution may not transfer to all other institutions. 11 Policies Non-Discrimination Policy In accordance with applicable federal and state laws, such as Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendments, Augsburg does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religious belief, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, citizenship, creed, genetic information, veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, membership in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status in its education programs and activities, employment policies and practices, or any other areas of the university, except in those instances where there is a bona fide occupational qualification or to comply with state or federal law. Augsburg University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to its employees and students with disabilities. (Approved by Board of Regents January 2021) Title IX Title IX refers to Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, and it prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender by institutions receiving federal money. Generally, the Title IX Coordinator is responsible for the development, implementation, and monitoring of meaningful efforts to comply with Title IX law. This includes overseeing the Title IX complaint process as well as identifying and addressing any patterns or systemic problems that arise. For further information, please contact the university’s Title IX Coordinator: Katie Bishop| Assistant Provost of Academic Affairs and Chief Student Success Officer Memorial Hall, Room 118A| 612-330-1117| bishopc@augsburg.edu Additionally, the university has four Deputy Officers: Deputy Officer for Students: Mike Grewe| Dean of Students Memorial Hall, Room 118F| 612-330-1499| grewe@augsburg.edu Deputy Officer for Employees: Dawn Miller| Director, Human Resources Memorial Hall, Room 19| 612-330-1216| millerd1@augsburg.edu Deputy Officer: Leif Anderson| Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer Memorial Hall, Room 124| 612-330-1497| andersol@augsburg.edu The Deputies work with the Title IX Coordinator to identify any patterns or systemic problems that arise and may assist as investigators of complaints. Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA), as amended, provides certain rights to students regarding their education records. Each year Augsburg University is required to give notice of the various rights accorded to students pursuant to FERPA. In accordance with FERPA, you are notified of the following: Right to inspect and review education records You have the right to review and inspect substantially all of your education records maintained by or at Augsburg University. The student must request to review their education records in writing with their signature. The university will respond in a reasonable time, but no later than 45 days after receiving the request. 12 Right to request amendment of education records You have the right to seek to have corrected any parts of an education record that you believe to be inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of your right to privacy. This includes the right to a hearing to present evidence that the record should be changed if Augsburg decides not to alter your education records according to your request. Right to give permission for disclosure of personally identifiable information You have the right to be asked and to give Augsburg your permission to disclose personally identifiable information contained in your education records, except to the extent that FERPA and the regulations regarding FERPA authorize disclosure without your permission. One such exception which permits disclosure without consent is for disclosure to school officials who have legitimate education interests. A school official is a person employed by the university in an administrative, supervisory, academic or research, or support staff position (including law enforcement unit personnel and health staff); person or company with whom the university has contracted (such as an attorney, auditor, or collection agent); a person serving on the board of regents, or a student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official performing his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility. Right to withhold disclosure of “directory information” FERPA uses the term “Directory Information” to refer to those categories of personally identifiable information that may be released for any purpose at the discretion of Augsburg University without notification of the request or disclosure to the student. Under FERPA you have the right to withhold the disclosure of the directory information listed below. Please consider very carefully the consequences of any decision by you to withhold directory information. Should you decide to inform Augsburg University not to release Directory Information, any future request for such information from persons or organizations outside of Augsburg University will be refused. “Directory information” includes the following: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● The student’s name The student’s address The student’s telephone number The student’s email address The student’s date and place of birth The student’s major and minor field of study The student’s academic class level The student’s enrollment status (FT/HT/LHT) The student’s participation in officially-recognized activities and sports The student’s degrees and awards received (including dates) The weight and height of members of athletic teams The student’s dates of attendance Previous educational agencies or institutions attended by the student The student’s photograph Augsburg University will honor your request to withhold all Directory Information but cannot assume responsibility to contact you for subsequent permission to release it. Augsburg assumes no liability for honoring your instructions that such information be withheld. The Registrar’s Office must be notified in writing of your intent to withhold your Directory Information. Right to complain to FERPA Office You have the right to file a complaint with the Family Policy Compliance Office, US Department of Education, 400 Maryland Ave. SW, Washington, DC, 20202, concerning Augsburg’s failure to comply with FERPA. Reporting Educational Information 13 Letters of reference must be requested in writing and explicitly indicate what information may be reported in the letter. Annual Security Report The Annual Security Report (ASR) for Augsburg University contains statistics on reported crimes on and near Augsburg property and campus, as well as institutional policies concerning campus security and crime. The Department of Public Safety prepares this annual Crime Report to comply with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act. The report is available online at www.augsburg.edu/dps/reports. For a printed copy, contact Augsburg’s Department of Public Safety at 612-330-1717. Copyright Policy Augsburg University Graduate Programs follows the terms of the US Copyright Law in granting exclusive rights under the Copyright Act to faculty and student authors to reproduce their original works, to use them as the basis for derivative works, to disseminate them to the public, and to perform and display them publicly. This excludes all proprietary information. Professional Licensure Standards Disclosure For all programs at Augsburg University which have the potential to lead to professional licensure, students are responsible for contacting the appropriate agency or board to confirm requirements and ensure program compatibility prior to beginning any course of study. Only licensing agencies or boards can determine whether a student’s program of study has met requirements. Augsburg University cannot guarantee an individual’s attainment of any professional licensure or certification, in any field, in any jurisdiction. Completing an academic program is typically only one aspect of meeting professional licensure requirements. Many states require that individuals meet additional requirements in order to qualify for licensure, including but not limited to additional coursework and training, supervised clinical experiences, and successful passage of state or national exams. Other licensure requirements may include background checks, years of work experience, fingerprinting requirements, etc. State laws, regulations, and policies governing professional licensure may change at any time. For more information on your program’s state licensing board and requirements for licensure, please visit the Augsburg University Professional Licensure Disclosure website. As a reminder, students are responsible for updating Augsburg University of any changes in address or phone numbers through Inside Augsburg Records and Registration, or by submitting an Address Change form to the Registrar’s Office. Student Rights The university has adopted a statement of student rights and responsibilities and has provided for due process in the matter of disciplinary action, grievances, and grade appeal, as outlined in the Augsburg Student Guide, at inside.augsburg.edu/studentaffairs/studentguide. Official Notices A university-provided email account shall be an official means of communication with students, faculty, and staff of Augsburg University. Students, faculty, and staff are responsible for all information sent to them via the university-provided email account. Students should regularly check their email account. If a student, faculty or staff member chooses to forward their Augsburg e-mail, they are responsible for all information and attachments sent to the forwarded email account. Students will also receive official notices via the A-Mail online publication and should routinely review the A-Mail. 14 Admission All graduate programs require students to have a bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited four-year institution or an equivalent degree from outside the US. All graduate students must submit completed applications. Each graduate program also has additional program requirements, which may include coursework, professional experience, testing, etc. An admissions representative is available to assist interested applicants complete any portion of their application. See the program sections for these additional requirements. Please refer to each individual program’s catalog section (below) for additional instructions and for detailed information on applying to graduate programs, refer to the Graduate Admissions website at www.augsburg.edu/grad. Augsburg is committed to ensuring the admissions process is accessible for all prospective students. Augsburg admissions counselors are here to assist students in completing the application process. Augsburg University asks all applicants for admission and readmission whether they have been convicted of a felony. A felony conviction does not automatically preclude an applicant from being accepted to Augsburg University. The full process and policy can be found in the Augsburg Student Guide. Readmission Graduate students who have not registered for courses at Augsburg University for two or more semesters must apply for readmission through the Registrar’s Office to resume attendance. Students who have attended other institutions during their absence from Augsburg must have an official transcript sent from each institution to the Registrar’s Office. The last day to receive approval for readmission to the university and register for classes is the Friday prior to the start of the term. Pending approval by the graduate program, students who left on probation or who were dismissed from the university must have their readmission application and file reviewed by the program director. (Please consult with individual programs for information regarding the readmission process). Non-degree Students Individuals may take coursework at Augsburg University as a non-degree-seeking student. Non-degree students can enroll on a space-available basis. Registration dates are included in the university’s Academic Calendar. Admission requires program director approval, and the student must be in good standing at all previously attended institutions. Some graduate programs have additional requirements beyond those listed here. A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution is the minimum requirement for admission. Students who have earned a bachelor’s degree outside of the United States may need to submit a copy of a foreign credential evaluation from World Education Services (WES), a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluators (NACES), or an equivalent service that performs a foreign credit evaluation in order to confirm it is equivalent to a United States bachelor’s degree or greater. To apply for admission as a non-degree seeking student, submit the completed application and unofficial transcript from the bachelor’s degree granting institution to the Admissions Office. Some programs may have additional application requirements. Non-degree status is conferred for only one term of enrollment. Additional terms require re-application through Admissions as a non-degree seeking student. Students may count up to 6-8 semester credits earned as a non-degree seeking student toward an Augsburg University degree with approval from the program director. Non-degree seeking students who wish to pursue a degree must reapply for admission by submitting the completed application and official transcript from the bachelor’s degree granting institution, and any additional materials required by the program. 15 International Students Augsburg University graduate programs encourage qualified applicants from other countries to apply. An F-1 student is a nonimmigrant who is pursuing a “full course of study” to achieve a specific educational or professional objective at an academic institution in the United States that has been designated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to offer courses of study to such students, and has been enrolled in SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System). A student acquires F-1 status using form I-20, issued by a DHS-approved school through SEVIS. Status is acquired in one of two ways: ● ● If the student is abroad, by entering the United States with the I-20 and an F-1 visa obtained at a US consulate. If the student is already in the United States and not currently in F-1 status, by sending the I-20 to USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services) with an application for change of nonimmigrant status. A student who is maintaining valid F-1 status may transfer from another DHS-approved school to Augsburg by following the transfer procedures set forth in the F-1 regulations. In addition to fulfilling all general admission requirements for a particular graduate program, prospective F-1 students must also comply with the following: English Proficiency Requirements for International Graduate Applicants To meet Augsburg University admission requirements, you must provide evidence of a sufficient command of both written and spoken English to study college courses conducted entirely in English. Below is a list of the tests and programs Augsburg University accepts as evidence for English proficiency. ● ● ● ● ● Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) o Score report of 80 on the Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) with a sub-score of 20 on the written and 20 on the speaking sections. (The Augsburg University TOEFL code is 6014.) o Score of 8.5 or better on the TOEFL Essentials exam. International English Language Testing System (IELTS) o Score report of 6.5. Michigan English Test (MET) o Score report of 64 or higher, and report must be accompanied by an official letter from the testing coordinator. Duolingo English Exam o Score of 105. Successful completion of a previous undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited college or university in the US, the United Kingdom, Ireland, English-speaking Canada, New Zealand, or Australia. Score reports must be sent to Augsburg directly from the testing center. Score reports must be for exams completed within the last two years. Please contact your Admissions representative to inquire about any tests not reflected here. Foreign Credential Evaluation Augsburg requires foreign credential evaluation for any transcript(s) from an institution outside of the United States. This evaluation should include the following: ● ● ● ● ● Analysis of credentials to determine if your degree is equivalent to an accredited US bachelor’s degree Verification that the degree is equivalent, at a minimum, to a four-year US bachelor’s degree is required. Course-by-course evaluation to show your complete course listing with credit values and grades received for each course, may also be required for specific programs. Calculation of grade point average to demonstrate your cumulative grade point average using the standard US grading system, i.e., A=4.0, B=3.0, C=2.0, D=1.0, F=0.0. Translation to English (if applicable) 16 ● The evaluation report must be sent directly to Augsburg’s Office of Admissions. Refer to World Education Services at www.wes.org or member of the National Association of Credential Evaluators (NACES) at www.naces.org for information on how to obtain a foreign credential evaluation. Proof of Financial Support International applicants must provide reliable documentation that they have financial resources adequate to meet expenses for the duration of their academic program, which include tuition and fees, books and supplies, room and board, health insurance, personal expenses, and living expenses for dependents (if applicable). Funds may come from any dependable source, including scholarships, fellowships, sponsoring agencies, personal funds, or funds from the student’s family. Documentation of scholarships and fellowships may be in the form of an official award letter from the school or sponsoring agency; documentation of personal or family funds should be on bank letterhead stationery, or in the form of a legally binding affidavit. Government Form I-134, Affidavit of Support, or Augsburg’s Financial Sponsorship form can be used to document support being provided by a US citizen or US legal permanent resident. All financial documents such as bank statements must be dated within three months prior to the date of application. Health Insurance All F-1 international students and their dependents (if applicable) are required to have adequate health insurance coverage for the duration of their program. International students will be enrolled in the Augsburg international student plan unless they fill out a waiver verifying proof of coverage through an alternative provider for the same period. 17 Financing Your Education Costs The Board of Regents approves the costs for the academic year. The board reviews costs annually and makes changes as required. Augsburg reserves the right to adjust charges should economic conditions necessitate. Full-Time vs. Half-Time Graduate students must be enrolled in 3 credits to be considered half-time and 6 credits to be considered full-time. Exception exist for students in the Clinical Psychology program. See the Doctor of Psychology catalog section for details. Tuition and Fees ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Doctor of Psychology (PSYD) Master of Arts in Nursing (MAN) Master’s-level Education (MAE/MAT) Master of Arts in Leadership (MAL) Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Master of Social Work (MSW) Master of Business Administration (MBA) Master of Music Therapy (MMT) Master of Science in Physician Assistant (MPA) $995 per 1.0 credit $1162 per 1.0 credit + $40 per term program fee $797 per 1.0 credit $540 per 1.0 credit $814 per 1.0 credit $755 per 1.0 credit $743 per 1.0 credit $623 per 1.0 credit $934 per 1.0 credit $897 per 1.0 credit Tuition Students are charged per credit. All associated costs must be paid by the beginning of each semester to avoid accruing finance charges, unless you have enrolled in an official payment plan through Student Financial Services. Fees Specific courses or programs may have additional fees associated with them, such as lab or supply fees. Payments Semester Charges Prior to the start of each semester, a statement of estimated charges showing charges and financial aid credits designated by the Student Financial Services Office is sent to the student via email. All statements are available online through AugNet’s Records and Registration site. Payments can be made online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/make-a-payment. Augsburg may charge late fees and interest on delinquent accounts. Review the full policy regarding past due balances online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/disclosure Payment Options Augsburg University offers payment plan options for all students. Information about payment plans is available online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/payment-plans-and-discounts. Payment Policy Students at Augsburg University are obligated to pay Term Fees and additional charges when they register for each academic term. “Term Fees” include tuition, room and board charges and other fees initiated during your time as a student. Students are responsible to pay for all of these charges regardless of whether financial aid is received or employers or other third parties pay as agreed. “Term Fees” are subject to refund only to the extent allowed under the Augsburg University Tuition Refund Policy. 18 Augsburg accepts the following forms of payment: Cash Students and guest payers may make cash payments in-person at the Enrollment Center. Cash should never be mailed. Students will receive a receipt of their cash payment. Check Students and guest payers may pay their term fees via check either in-person at the Enrollment Center, through mail, or online using e-check/ACH. A $30 NSF Fee will be added for any payment returned by the bank for Non-Sufficient Funds. A receipt will automatically be sent electronically for any online payments. Students who pay in-person or through mail may request a receipt of the check payment. Credit Card/Debit Card Students and guest payers may make student account payments online with a Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express credit card. As of June 10th, 2016, Augsburg will no longer accept credit card or debit card payments in-person, over the phone, or through the mail. Credit cards will only be accepted online via Cashnet, a vendor contracted by Augsburg. Because Cashnet charges Augsburg for their services, a credit card service fee of 2.75 percent will be associated with any credit card payment made to the university. This is to offset the approximately $250,000 in costs that Augsburg accrues annually for providing credit card payment options to our students. Augsburg will not receive any part of the service fee and will not be profiting from it. Financial Aid All students who wish to be considered for financial assistance must reapply each year. In addition to reapplying for aid, students must make satisfactory academic progress toward the attainment of their degree or certificate as stipulated in the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) section of this catalog. Financial assistance awarded through Augsburg may be a combination of grants and loans. The university cooperates with federal, state, church, and private agencies in providing various aid programs. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) helps determine the amount of assistance for which a student is eligible. This analysis takes into account such family financial factors as current income, assets, number of dependent family members, other educational expenses, retirement needs, and special considerations. Types of Aid A student applying for aid from Augsburg applies for assistance in general rather than for a specific scholarship or grant (except as noted). Institutional Grants/Discounts Augsburg offers grants/discounts for a variety of different students. Specific information about the different grants and scholarships, along with eligibility requirements, can be found online at augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/financial-aid/graduate-financial-aid/. Loan Assistance Graduate students must be enrolled at least half-time in order to receive federal loans. Three semester credits per term is considered half-time. Six semester credits per term is considered full-time. ● ● Federal Unsubsidized Direct Student Loan Interest begins accruing on the date of disbursement and the borrower is responsible for all interest. The borrower may choose to make payments while in school or may defer payments and allow interest to accrue and be capitalized (added to the balance of the loan). 19 ● ● Federal Graduate Loan Program (PLUS) Graduate PLUS is a loan program to help graduate students meet college costs. Students may borrow up to the cost of attendance (minus all other student financial aid). Further information about loan programs can be found online at augsburg.edu/studentfinancial. Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Federal regulations require that all higher education institutions establish and implement a policy to measure whether students [1] receiving financial aid [2] are making satisfactory academic progress toward the completion of a degree. The purpose of this policy is to make sure that students who receive financial aid are using this money wisely. It is meant to curtail the use of financial aid by students who fail to successfully complete their course work. Failure to meet the following standards makes a student ineligible for all institutional, federal, and state financial aid. Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress ● ● ● Minimum GPA Requirements - Graduate Students must maintain a minimum 3.00 cumulative GPA based on the entire academic record. Minimum Credits Completed - Graduate Students must earn a cumulative 66.67% of the credits attempted based on the entire academic record. A completed credit has a grade of A – D- or P. Credits earned and completed will include accepted cumulative transfer credits as defined by the Registrar’s Office. Unsatisfactory grades “W (withdrawn),” “I (Incomplete),” “F/FN (Zero),” and “N (Not Passing)” are counted towards the cumulative attempted credits. Repeated and remedial courses are not counted towards the cumulative attempted credits. Maximum Time Frame - To demonstrate academic progress, graduate students must complete their degree objective within 150% of the length of the program (varies per program). Monitoring and Evaluating Progress In order to ensure SAP standards are being met, the Student Financial Services Office will evaluate students’ academic achievement at the end of each term. After the student’s record is evaluated and the Student Financial Services Office determines the student’s GPA or completion rate to be unsatisfactory, the student will be placed on Financial Aid Warning or Financial Aid Suspension. Students will be notified through their Augsburg email if they fail to meet SAP standards. GPA Calculation Refer to the Evaluation and Grading section of this catalog. Minimum Credits Completed Students must earn a cumulative 66.67% of the credits attempted based on the entire academic record. A completed credit is any credit with a grade of A to D-, or P. Credits earned and completed will include accepted transfer credits. Grades of “W (Withdrawn)”, “I (Incomplete)”, “X (Extension)”, “F”, “FN (Failed for Non-Attendance)”, and “N (Not Passing)” are counted towards the cumulative attempted credits. The credits associated with grades that have not been submitted when SAP is run will count against completion rate. Repeat courses are not counted towards the cumulative attempted credits. Financial Aid Warning A student who fails to meet SAP standards will be placed on Financial Aid Warning for the following term of enrollment. Students placed on Financial Aid Warning will still be eligible to receive financial aid. Financial Aid Warning will last for one term. If at the end of the term, the student meets SAP standards the Financial Aid Warning will conclude. Students currently on Financial Aid Warning who do not meet SAP standards at the end of the term will be placed on Financial Aid Suspension. 20 Financial Aid Suspension A student who fails to meet either the minimum GPA requirement and/or minimum credits attempted while on Financial Aid Warning will be placed on Financial Aid Suspension. A student on Financial Aid Suspension is ineligible to receive any form of financial aid. A student on Financial Aid Suspension may submit an appeal to reinstate their financial aid. Financial Aid Suspension will conclude when the student meets SAP standards, or successfully appeals. Financial Aid will be suspended when a student placed on Financial Aid Suspension does not meet SAP standards. Because grades may not be available before the beginning of the next scheduled term, it is possible that financial aid may be disbursed to a student before the review can be conducted. In the event that a student is found to be ineligible for the financial aid that has been disbursed due to a failure to meet one of the Standards, the aid that was disbursed will be canceled, and returned to the appropriate program(s). Right to Appeal Students who have had their financial aid suspended may submit the SAP Appeal Form to the Student Financial Services Office. The SAP Appeal Form must be completely filled out, along with any additional documents required by the SAP Committee. The appeal should state reasons why the student failed to meet SAP standards, and what changed for the student that will allow the student to demonstrate progress towards meeting SAP standards. The appeal will be decided by the SAP Committee. All decisions made by the Committee are final. If a student’s appeal is approved, they will be placed on Financial Aid Probation. If a student’s appeal is denied, they will remain on Financial Aid Suspension and will remain ineligible for financial aid. Financial Aid Probation A student who has been placed on Financial Aid Suspension and successfully appeals SAP will be placed on Financial Aid Probation. A student on Financial Aid Probation will be eligible to receive financial aid. Financial Aid Probation will last for one term. If at the end of the term, the student meets SAP standards, the Financial Aid Probation will conclude. Students currently on Financial Aid Probation who do not meet the standards at the end of the term are placed on Financial Aid Suspension and are no longer eligible for financial aid. [1] Include all degree seeking students in both the Undergraduate Day and Augsburg for Adults, and all Graduate programs. [2] Financial Aid is defined as: Augsburg Institutional Aid, Federal Title IV funding, and Minnesota State Financial Aid programs. Student Account Financial Disclosure Students at Augsburg University are obligated to pay Term Fees and additional charges when they register for each academic term. “Term Fees” include tuition, room and board charges and other fees initiated during your time as a student. Students are responsible to pay for all of these charges regardless of whether financial aid is received or employers or other third parties pay as agreed. “Term Fees” are subject to refund only to the extent allowed under the Augsburg University Tuition Refund Policy. Statements and account history are available online through AugNet Records and Registration. Augsburg University may require someone to co-sign on the students’ obligations in special cases, such as when a student has a history of late or missed payments. When a co-signer’s signature is required, both students and co-signers are responsible for payment of all costs incurred (including collection costs and fees of any collection agency and/or attorney, if applicable) and all other conditions outlined on the Student Account Financial Disclosure. Results of Balances Not Paid in Full Augsburg may charge late fees and interest on delinquent accounts. Missed or late payments will be subject to a late payment charge and/or a finance charge on the overdue balance from the date the balance was due until payment in full is received. If your account is not paid in full on the first day of the term, finance charges at the rate of 8% per year 21 (.67% per month) will be added onto your student account balance. For example, this means that for every $1,000 owed you will receive $6.70 a month in finance charges. A $30 NSF Fee will be added for any payment returned by the bank for Non-Sufficient Funds. Past Due Accounts If the student does not set up a formal payment plan with Augsburg’s Student Financial Services department, Augsburg reserves the right to demand payment of the entire balance owed by that student and to take steps to collect it. Augsburg may cancel the student’s registration, prevent the student from registering for future terms, withhold transcripts or diplomas, remove the student from on-campus housing, turn the student’s account over to a collection agency or take legal action to collect any past due balance. Each student authorizes Augsburg to release financial information about her or his account and other pertinent information such as address and phone number to third parties who are dealing with the collection of the account balance. By providing us with a telephone number for a cellular phone or other wireless device, you are expressly consenting to receive communications – including but not limited to prerecorded or artificial voice message calls, text messages, and calls made by an automatic telephone dialing system – from us and our affiliates and agents at that number. This express consent applies to each such telephone number that you provide to us now or in the future and permits such calls regardless of their purpose. Calls and messages may incur access fees from your cellular provider. Each student also agrees to reimburse Augsburg University, or its agents, the fees of any collection agency, which may be based on a percentage at a maximum of 40% of the debt, and all costs and expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, we incur in such collection efforts. Please note that, due to the Bankruptcy Reform Act, educational benefits are generally exempt from discharge under bankruptcy. The terms of this agreement remain in effect until all Term Fees and other charges are paid in full. Financial Policy Registration is permitted only if the student’s account for a previous term is paid in full or if the student is making scheduled payments in accordance with an approved payment plan. Augsburg University will not release student academic transcripts until all student account charges are paid in full or, in the case of student loan funds administered by the university (Federal Perkins Student Loan), are current according to established repayment schedules and the loan entrance and exit interviews have been completed. Tuition Refund Students are eligible for a 100% tuition refund for any courses they drop without notation through the date labeled “Last day to drop without a ‘W’ grade & 100% refund – Full Semester class” on the Academic Calendar. After this date, students are no longer eligible for any refund of tuition unless they withdraw from all of their courses. This policy is effective whether or not a student has attended classes. Students withdrawing from all of a term’s courses may receive a 50% tuition refund when they withdraw by the date labeled “Last day to withdraw with 50% refund – Full Semester class” on the Academic Calendar. Students are responsible for canceling courses through the Registrar’s Office (or online) in order to be eligible for any refund. Students who unofficially withdraw (stop attending) but do not complete the drop/add form are responsible for all charges. Financial aid may be adjusted based on the student’s last recorded date of attendance. Refund calculations are based on the date that the drop/add form is processed. Medical Refund If a student is forced to withdraw from one or more courses in a term due to illness or an accident, a request for a medical refund should be made through the Academic/Financial Petition. Petition forms are available through the Registrar’s Office website. An extra medical refund may be granted by the Committee upon submission of documentation from the attending doctor, on letterhead, verifying the medical circumstances. 22 Unofficial Withdrawal Federal regulations require that records of financial aid recipients who earn failing grades in all their classes be reviewed. If courses are not completed (e.g., unofficial withdrawal, stopped attending), the university is required to refund financial aid to the appropriate sources according to federal or Augsburg refund policies based on the last recorded date of attendance. Students are responsible for the entire cost of the term including the portion previously covered by financial aid should they stop attending. Students are strongly urged to follow guidelines for complete withdrawal. If there are extenuating circumstances, a petition to have the cost of tuition refunded can be made. Petition forms are available online through the Registrar’s Office website. A student who registers, does not attend any classes, and does not withdraw may petition to withdraw retroactively. The student must petition within six months of the end of term and provide proof of non-attendance. Proof can include, but is not limited to, statements from each instructor that the student never attended, or documentation of attendance for the term at another college or university. If approved, grades of W will be recorded and tuition charges for the term will be replaced with an administrative cancellation fee of $300. Financial Aid Policy Financial aid such as federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships are awarded based upon the total number of registered credits on the “Last day to add with faculty signature – Full Semester class” as noted on the Academic Calendar. Students must register for internships, Time 2 classes, and ACTC classes before the “Last day to add with faculty signature-Full Semester class”. Financial aid will not be adjusted for classes added after this date. Students must earn the financial aid they are awarded each semester by actively attending and participating in classes throughout the semester. Financial aid is recalculated when students do any of the following: drop classes without a “W” grade, fail to begin classes, cease to attend classes, fail all classes, or fully withdraw from all classes. Financial Aid – Return of Title IV Funds Policy Students must earn the financial aid they are awarded each semester. A student can earn their aid by attending classes. Augsburg must always return any unearned Title IV funds it is responsible for returning within 45 days of the date the school determined the student withdrew. The withdrawal date used in the return to title IV calculation of a student’s federal financial aid is the actual date indicated on the official withdraw record. If a student stops attending classes without notifying the university, the withdrawal date will be the last date of academic activity determined by the university. Federal/State Aid Adjustments Augsburg is required to return unearned federal/state aid for students who fully withdraw from their courses. The Return to Title IV calculation is based on the total number of days in the semester compared to the total number of days that a student attended classes before the last date of attendance. If the student receives more aid than they ‘earned’, then the ‘unearned portion’ of the student’s aid must be returned to the U.S.Department of Education. After 60% of the term has passed, students are eligible to keep all of their federal/state aid. If you are planning to completely withdraw from your courses, please see a Student Financial Services counselor to determine what aid may need to be returned. Financial aid will be returned to the aid program from which it came. If returned to a loan program, your outstanding balance will be reduced by the amount of the return. Aid will be returned in the following order: 1. Unsubsidized Direct Loan 2. Direct Graduate PLUS Loans 3. TEACH Grant 23 Institutional Aid Adjustments Augsburg will return institutional aid for students who partially withdraw or fully withdraw from courses. If students withdraw from their courses they will receive a 50% tuition refund and 50% of their institutional aid will be removed. If a student withdraws after the last day to receive a tuition refund, there will be no adjustment to their institutional aid. Post-Withdrawal Disbursement If a student earned more aid than was disbursed to him/her, the student may be eligible for a post-withdrawal disbursement. Augsburg’s financial aid office will notify the student in writing if he/she is eligible for a post-withdrawal disbursement of Title IV loan funds. A student or parent borrower must first confirm in writing whether he/she accepts/declines all or some of the loan funds offered as a post-withdrawal disbursement. A post-withdrawal disbursement of Federal grant funds does not require student acceptance or approval. The university will seek the student’s authorization to use a post-withdrawal disbursement for all other educationally related charges in addition to tuition and fees. Credit Refund Augsburg students may be eligible to receive a credit refund if their financial aid exceeds tuition and fee charges for a term. Credit refunds are issued within two weeks after the last day to drop courses without recorded notation. Financial Aid needs to be finalized (You can verify your financial aid status online through Track Your Financial Aid) and applied to a student’s account (Check your Transaction History online to verify all of your financial aid has been applied to your account and nothing is left pending) before the credit refund can be issued. Changes in enrollment status, housing status, and program status may affect financial aid eligibility and credit refunds. Students who are enrolled less than half-time (less than 6.0 credits for undergraduates, less than 3.0 credit for graduates) may not be eligible for financial aid; however, students may apply for private alternative loans. Registration changes made from the first week of the term through midterm may require a return of financial aid funds. Students who drop courses may receive a tuition refund, but some forms of financial aid may have to be adjusted before a refund will be available. Financial aid return of funds may take up to 30-45 days to be processed. Bookstore Students who are registered for the upcoming term will be allowed to charge up to $750 to their student account. Students DO NOT need to request a bookstore account this year. Please plan ahead and purchase books and supplies before the scheduled cut off dates; plan ahead for courses that start midterm as you will be unable to charge anything to your student account after the cut-off date. Students’ accounts will be billed for only what was spent on their bookstore accounts before credit refunds are issued. If your bookstore charges create a balance on your account, you need to make payments in accordance with your statement. Bookstore purchases charged to a student account are intended for students who have excess financial aid funds to cover their tuition, fees, AND their books or supplies. Please contact Student Financial Services before you purchase books if you need to discuss payment options. Due to the financial aid cycle, you can only charge expenses to your bookstore account during specific times. Third Party If you are expecting a third party to cover the cost of your books, you will need to turn in an itemized receipt of your purchases to the Student Financial Services Office, along with your invoice request. Additional Funds If the cost of your textbooks and supplies are above $750 in one term, you have enough financial aid to cover the additional costs, and you would like to charge the additional amount to your student account, please send the following information to Student Financial Services (studentfinances@augsburg.edu). All requests need to be in writing. Subject: Request for additional funds 24 Full Name: Student ID number: Additional request: Students will receive an email when the additional request has been processed. Accounts are opened as quickly as possible, but it could take up to two business days for activation. Consumer Information Loss of Financial Aid Due to Drug Offense A student, who is convicted of a state or federal offense involving the possession or sale of an illegal drug that occurred while the student was enrolled in school and receiving Title IV aid, is not eligible for Title IV funds. [An illegal drug is a controlled substance as defined by the Controlled Substance Act and does not include alcohol and tobacco. A borrower’s eligibility is based on the student’s self-certification on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Convictions that are reversed, set aside or removed from the student’s record, or a determination arising from a juvenile court proceeding do not affect eligibility and do not need to be reported by the student. A student who is convicted of a drug-related offense that occurred while the student was enrolled in school and receiving Title IV aid loses Title IV eligibility as follows: For the possession of illegal drugs: First offense: one year from the date of conviction. Second offense: two years from the date of the second conviction. Third offense: indefinitely from the date of the third conviction. For the sale of illegal drugs: First offense: two years from the date of conviction. Second offense: indefinitely from the date of the second conviction. A school must provide a student who loses Title IV eligibility due to a drug-related conviction with a timely, separate, clear, and conspicuous written notice. The notice must advise the student of his or her loss of Title IV eligibility and the ways in which the student may regain that eligibility. Regaining Eligibility after a Drug Conviction A student may regain eligibility at any time by completing an approved drug rehabilitation program and by informing the school that he or she has done so. A student regains Title IV eligibility on the date he or she successfully completes the program. A drug rehabilitation program is considered approved for these purposes if it includes at least two unannounced drug tests and meets one of the following criteria: ● ● ● ● The program received or is qualified to receive funds directly or indirectly under a federal, state, or local government program. The program is administered or recognized by a federal, state, or local government agency or court. The program received or is qualified to receive payment directly or indirectly from a federally or state licensed insurance company. The program administered or recognized by a federally or state-licensed hospital, health clinic, or medical doctor. Policies may change throughout an academic year if necessary to comply with federal, state, or institutional changes or regulations. 25 Student Resources/Academic and Support Services Lindell Library Resources The James G. Lindell Family Library is home to a collection of almost 400,000 books, more than half of which are ebooks that can be read online or downloaded at your convenience. Students also have access to millions of journal articles, over 60,000 streaming videos, nearly 200 databases, and a wide assortment of movies on DVD or VHS. Lindell also houses significant collections of juvenile literature and K-12 curriculum materials, as well as the university’s archives and special collections. Our digital collections include full runs of campus publications such as The Augsburgian, The Echo, and Murphy Square as well as numerous audio and video recordings documenting the university’s history. If that still isn’t enough, Lindell Library offers an interlibrary loan (ILL) service free of charge. Augsburg students can borrow any type of research material - books, journal articles, videos, music scores, and more - from almost any library in the world and these materials will be delivered directly to Lindell Library at no cost to you. Research Support Research help is always available, either online or in person, at Lindell Library’s Learning Commons. Our research guides, available on the library’s website, provide access to key research materials on topics as wide-ranging as health and physical education, film studies, computer science, or music therapy. Students can set up individual research consultations with a librarian at Lindell’s Learning Commons desk, by phone at 612-330-1604, by email at refdesk@augsburg.edu, or chat with an expert 24/7 through our Ask-A-Librarian service at library.augsburg.edu. Other Cool Stuff Libraries are more than just books and databases, they are places to gather for collaborative research or quiet study and reflection. At Lindell Library, you can do both. Ten group study rooms are available on the top floor of Lindell Library, and can be reserved up to two weeks in advance. The lower level is a designated quiet study space for those who prefer to work alone. Whether working on individual research or a large group project, Augsburg students can check out all sorts of equipment from the Library’s Circulation Desk, including laptops, cameras, microphones, and other AV equipment. If your research takes you off campus or you just want to explore the Twin Cities, you can check out a bike or a MetroTransit Go-To Card for use on buses and the light rail. Both are available at no cost. The staff at Lindell Library are eager to help you with all your research needs. Stop by anytime that the library is open (hours are always posted on the library’s website), or contact us at: library.augsburg.edu refdesk@augsburg.edu 612-330-1604 Information Technology Services Augsburg University has built a reputation as a leader in its commitment to provide students with relevant and timely access to information technology and training. Visit the Student Technology website, inside.augsburg.edu/techdesk, for more on Information Technology at Augsburg. Computing Students have access to more than 200 on-campus computers. Both PC and Macintosh desktop computers are available in the Lindell Library Learning Commons and computer lab, and in the 24-hour Urness computer lab. The university has four computer classrooms, 40+ technology-enhanced classrooms and nine video conferencing-enabled classrooms. The circulation desk in Lindell Library has over 100 laptops available for use in the library. Several computer clusters are available for more specific student use within academic departments. A high-speed fiber optic campus network provides access to AugNet online services, printing, and to the internet. Network-ready student 26 machines can connect to the campus network from residence hall rooms or any building on campus using WiFi. All of the AugNet online services are available securely on- and off-campus. Center for Learning and Accessible Student Services (CLASS) The Center for Learning and Accessible Student Services (CLASS) provides individualized accommodations and support for students with documented learning disabilities, autism, ADHD, mental health conditions, traumatic brain injury, sensory and physical disabilities, as well as those with temporary disabilities. CLASS has been recognized as a leader in its field, ensuring these students have equal access to Augsburg’s programs and services. Its mission reflects Augsburg’s commitment to providing a rigorous and challenging, yet supportive, liberal arts education to students with diverse backgrounds, abilities, preparations, and experiences. Each term, Disability Specialists work directly with students to develop a plan for equal access to Augsburg courses, programs, activities, and facilities. Students have the option to meet regularly with their specialist, and discussions may include: ● ● ● ● ● Accommodations for testing and coursework (e.g., extended time, audio books) Referrals to other campus resources (e.g., tutoring, student technology assistance, academic advising, counseling, financial aid) Training and use of assistive technology through the Groves Accommodations Lab Coaching on academic, organizational, and time management skills Campus living accommodations The Disability Specialists may also consult with instructors, academic advisors, and other members of the faculty, staff, or administration as they work to facilitate equal access for each student. Taking advantage of these accommodations and services, however, remains the student’s responsibility. Any Augsburg student who wants to establish eligibility for accommodations and services should schedule a meeting with a Specialist to discuss their needs. Academic accommodations are intended to ensure access to educational opportunities for students with disabilities and may not fundamentally alter the basic nature or essential components of Augsburg’s courses or programs. The services and technology provided by CLASS are enhanced by the generous support of the Gage, Groves, and Klas families. For further information, call 612-330-1053, visit www.augsburg.edu/class, or email class@augsburg.edu. International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) ISSS is responsible for advising degree-seeking international students and exchange students. Members of the ISSS team serve as Designated School Officials (DSO) for the university’s F-1 student visa program and as Responsible Officer (RO) for the university’s J-1 student/scholar exchange program. A DSO ensures institutional and individual compliance with the law and government policies pertaining to F-1 students. The RO ensures institutional and individual compliance with the law and government policies pertaining to J-1 exchange students and scholars. ISSS advises students regarding the F and J regulations so that students maintain their F or J immigration status, as well as providing support for international students in adjusting to life in the U.S. and in achieving their academic goals. Examples of ISSS responsibilities include: ● ● ● ● Advising students in all areas related to F and J immigration regulations Advocating on policy matters affecting international students Advising the International Student Organization Making referrals and providing guidance on issues related to health insurance, taxes, banking, and acquiring a driver’s license, MN State ID or social security card 27 Academic Policies and Procedures Academic Calendars All graduate programs meet on a semester calendar. The Academic Calendars can be found at www.augsburg.edu/registrar. All academic calendars are subject to change without notice. Academic Policies The university and its faculty subscribe to the Statement of Principles on Academic Freedom as promulgated by the American Association of University Professors and the Association of American Colleges. Academic Honesty A university is a community of learners whose relationship relies on trust. Honesty is necessary to preserve the integrity and credibility of scholarship by the Augsburg University community. Academic dishonesty, therefore, is not tolerated. As a university requirement, student course projects, papers, and examinations may include a statement by the student pledging to abide by the university’s academic honesty policies and to uphold the highest standards of academic integrity. (See Augsburg’s Academic Honesty Policy in the Student Guide). Evaluation and Grading Evaluation of academic performance is based on letter grades using an A ‐ F scale. Grading option cannot be changed from traditional (A - F) to Pass/No Credit. Explanation of grades: Grade A AB+ B BC+ C CD+ D DF / FN P N Grade Points 4.00 3.67 3.33 3.00 2.67 2.33 2.00 1.67 1.33 1.00 0.67 0.00 0.00 0.00 Description Failure Pass* No Pass *The letter equivalent of a P grade is a B / 3.0 or higher for graduate courses. Pass/No Pass Grades In graduate courses, the grading option cannot be changed from the traditional A ‐ F grading scale to the Pass/No Pass grading system. Some graduate courses only use the Pass/No Pass grading system. In order to receive a grade of P, students must achieve at least a grade of B. 28 Incomplete (I) Grades Incomplete grades (I) are to be given only in the case of extreme emergency (e.g., illness, family emergency, death in the family, military commitment). If you have any questions regarding the qualifying emergency please contact your instructor for verification. An incomplete grade (I) may be awarded when the instructor grants permission after determining that a student emergency may delay completion of coursework. Students who receive an incomplete grade should be capable of passing the course if they satisfactorily complete outstanding course requirements. To receive an incomplete grade, a student must file an Application for Incomplete Grade form with the Registrar’s Office that states the reasons for the request, outlines the work required to complete the course, and includes the course instructor’s and program director’s signatures. 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 (including summer) 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 an F. Extension (X) Grades Internships, independent studies, and directed studies may sometimes last longer than one term. When this is the case, they must be completed by the grading deadlines within one year from the beginning of the first term of registration. A grade of X (extension) is given by the instructor to indicate that the study is extended. It is expected that students given X extensions will continue to communicate with their instructors and demonstrate that satisfactory progress is being maintained. A final grade will be issued at the end of the term in which the work is completed and evaluated (but not longer than one year). An instructor has the right to not grant an extension where satisfactory progress is not demonstrated. If the course is not completed, a grade of F will be assigned. Withdrawal (W) Grade A course is given a grade of W (withdrawn) when a student withdraws from the course after the deadline for dropping classes without a W grade and before the last day to withdraw. Withdrawals negatively impact credit completion rate but do not negatively impact the grade point average. Repeated Courses A course in which a grade of F, FN, D-, D, D+, C-, C, C+, B-, or N has been received may be repeated for credit. Courses in which higher grades have been earned may not be repeated for credit and a grade, but may be audited (exceptions are made for academic programs with minimum grade requirements of a B+ or higher or other catalog policies that require a course to be retaken). All courses taken each semester and grades earned, including W and N, will be recorded on the academic record. Only the credits and grades earned for the most recent attempt, for legitimately repeated courses, are counted toward graduation and in the grade point average. Courses completed at Augsburg University must be repeated at Augsburg to be included in the repeat policy. Auditing Courses Students who wish to take courses without credit or grade may do so by registering for Audit (V) on a space-available basis. Graduate students will be charged an audit fee of $1,000. The signature of the instructor is required to register an audit. Students who audit a course should confer with the instructor within two weeks of the beginning of the term to determine expectations, attendance, and any other requirements. If expectations have been met, the course will be listed on the transcript with a V grade. If expectations have not been met, the course will be listed with a grade of W. Audited courses do not count towards graduation. Grade Point Average The grade point average (GPA) is based on final grades for all work at Augsburg. It does not include credit and grade points for work transferred from other institutions. 29 The formula for calculating the GPA = Total grade points divided by number of credits attempted with A to F grades assigned. The following grading symbols are not included in the GPA calculation: Symbol P S N V W I X IP R GRT L NG Explanation Fall 2017 to Present: Pass, C- or higher undergraduate or B or higher graduate work; Prior to Fall 2017: Pass, 2.0 or higher undergraduate or 3.0 or higher graduate work Satisfactory No pass, no credit Audit, no credit Withdrawn Incomplete Extension, incomplete In progress Repeat Credit granted Required lab component (a credit-bearing grade was earned in the corresponding lecture course) Not graded, no credit Attendance Attendance and participation are critical to the success of any course. Evaluation of the level and quality of participation may be incorporated into the course grade. We view attendance as a joint commitment of both instructors and students to our professional development. Each instructor has the authority to specify attendance and participation requirements to address the needs of particular courses, individual students, or various learning styles. Lack of attendance may result in a failing grade and the requirement to repeat the course. Students must notify the professor in advance of any expected absence. In the case of an emergency, when prior notification is not possible, students must notify the professor of an absence as soon as possible. Non-Attendance/Non-Participation Attendance/participation in class is important for academic success and financial aid. Therefore, students are dropped for non-attendance/non-participation after the 10th business day of the term if reported by the instructor and billed a Failure to Withdraw Fee of up to $300. Students are ultimately responsible for dropping classes if they no longer plan to attend/participate. Students who have been dropped and wish to re-enroll must submit an Academic/Financial Petition. Graduate Continuation Policy Students registering for the final project course must complete the Final Project Registration/Graduate Continuation Contract by the last day to add with faculty signature for a Full Semester class as noted on the Academic Calendar. Upon receipt of the contract, the Registrar’s Office will enroll the student in the Continuation Program for 7 semesters. Entry into the Continuation Program maintains students’ active status in the graduate program, including library and AugNet Services. If a grade is not received by the grading deadline of the 7th semester, the grade will change from X to N. Students who wish to complete the final project after receiving a failing grade must meet with the program director to evaluate readmission to the university and program. Students who are readmitted may need to complete additional coursework and will need to pay tuition and fees for any additional courses. If/when the final project course is completed, the new grade would replace the previous N grade. 30 Students may withdraw from the university, and thus from the Continuation Program and the final project course, at any point during the continuation period and receive a W notation on the transcript for the final project course. Following a withdrawal, students are welcome to meet with the program director to evaluate readmission to the university and program. Students who are readmitted may need to complete additional coursework and will need to pay full tuition and fees for any additional courses. If/when the final project course is completed, the new grade would replace the previous W grade. Credit and Contact Hours Augsburg’s credit hour policy follows the federal guidelines in defining a semester credit hour as one fifty-minute period of instruction and 100 minutes of out-of-class work per week for fifteen weeks, or the equivalent amount of student work completed over a different time frame or via a different delivery method. All Augsburg programs follow the semester calendar with semester lengths from 14-16 weeks. Augsburg offers a summer semester which follows the same format as both fall and spring semester. Degree Requirements To be conferred the graduate degree, all graduate students must achieve the following: ● ● ● Successful completion of all required courses A cumulative GPA of 3.0; Physician Assistant students must consult the PA Program Progression Standards Policy. Successful completion of all degree requirements within the stipulated period of matriculation or a signed continuation agreement with Augsburg University. Probation and Dismissal Graduate students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average. If a student falls below a 3.0 average, the student will be placed on academic probation for the following term. A 3.0 cumulative grade point average must be restored in order for a student to be removed from probation. Graduate students in the Physician Assistant must consult the PA Program Progression Standards Policy. Graduate students in the Clinical Psychology program must consult the PsyD student manual for the Academic Warning and Reasons for Dismissal Policy. A student whose GPA falls below the required GPA for his/her graduate program (3.0 in most programs) in two or more terms may be subject to probation or dismissal. A plan for the student to continue in the program may be worked out with the program director. Students may also be dismissed for violation of standards of behavior defined by their profession, their program, or the university. Dismissal Appeals Process A student may appeal a program’s dismissal decision using the university’s program dismissal appeals process. Appeals are limited to procedural errors that the student can demonstrate negatively affected the outcome. The student initiates the appeal process by submitting a hard copy of the statement of appeal to the Dean of Professional Studies; email is not acceptable. The statement must identify each procedural error and state how each error negatively affected the outcome. The statement of appeal will be the only basis of the student’s appeal. The Dean of Professional Studies must receive the student’s statement of appeal within 14 calendar days of the date on the department’s written notification of dismissal. The Dean of Professional Studies will send a copy of the statement of appeal to the program chair/director. The program must submit a response to the student’s statement of appeal within 15 business days of the date that the statement was received by the Dean of Professional Studies’ office. The Dean of Professional Studies will send a copy of the program’s response to the student. 31 The Dean of Professional Studies will convene the Program Dismissal Appeals Committee, which will include the Dean of Professional Studies as a non-voting chair and three program faculty members (one from programs not named in the appeal: Business, Clinical Psychology, Creative Writing, Education, Leadership, Music Therapy, Nursing, Physician Assistant Studies, Social Work). The Program Dismissal Appeals Committee will schedule its hearing within 15 business days of receipt of the program’s statement of response. The Committee will meet with the student and a program representative to review the procedures and ask questions of both the student and the program representative. The student and program representative may each bring a third party to the review meeting (limited to an Augsburg University faculty member, staff member, or student). The role of the third party representative is to provide support to the student or the program representative, not to serve as an advocate during the meeting. Dropping or Withdrawing Courses may be dropped or withdrawn online through AugNet Records and Registration or with a Registration Form. For drop and withdrawal deadlines see the Academic Calendar. Independent Study Students may request to complete an independent study course as an addition to the required coursework. A faculty sponsor is required for an independent study project, and project proposals must be approved by the program director in order to receive credit. Normally, independent study may not be used as a replacement for a standard course offered in the curriculum, with the exception of the general elective (if approved). A special Directed/Independent Study Registration form is required. Term Off Students may take up to two semesters off and have continued access to Augsburg email and AugNet Services. If a student is not registered after the 10th day of the third semester, the student’s file will be deactivated and the student will need to submit an Application for Readmission to re-enroll. For an absence of any length, students should coordinate with their program director prior to leaving. Due to a variety of program schedules and cohorts for some degrees, it is required that students meet with their advisor and obtain the advice of their director. Evaluation of Transfer Credit Students may petition the program director for transfer credit to apply to program requirements. The transfer of credit will be evaluated on an individual basis. Students will be asked to provide appropriate documentation regarding previous coursework, including but not limited to an official transcript, course description, and syllabus. In order to be considered for transfer, a course must be from a regionally-accredited college or university and graded B- or better. Courses must have been taken at the graduate level and course content must be comparable to program requirements at Augsburg. The maximum number of semester credits that can be transferred is: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Master of Arts in Education (6) Master of Arts in Teaching (6) Master of Arts in Leadership (6) Master of Arts in Nursing (9) Master of Business Administration (18) Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing (12) Master of Music Therapy (Contact program director) Master of Science, Physician Assistant Studies (Contact program coordinator) Master of Social Work (22) Doctor of Nursing Practice (Contact program director) Doctor of Psychology (30) 32 Augsburg credits are calculated in semester hours. If you completed courses at other institutions that are quarter hours, they will be converted to semester hours. One quarter hour equates to two-thirds of a semester hour. The number of credits transferred is equal to the number of credits earned at the transfer institution, not the number of credits that would have been earned had the equivalent course(s) been completed at Augsburg. Transferred coursework with Augsburg equivalents is captured on the Transfer Evaluation and the degree audit, both of which are accessed from Records and Registration. Courses and credits that are accepted in transfer are recorded on the student’s transcript. Grades and grade points from other institutions are not transferred to Augsburg and are not included in the student’s cumulative grade point average. Definition of Official Transcript Official transcripts are marked with institutional security features, date, and appropriate signature. Augsburg University accepts official transcripts directly from another institution’s Office of the Registrar or a secure authenticated designated party. The transcript must arrive at Augsburg University in an envelope sealed by the issuing institution or via an encrypted electronic method (adapted from AACRAO, 2018). Veterans Education Benefits Augsburg University proudly supports military veterans, those who actively serve in the U.S. Armed Forces, and their families. Our faculty and staff are committed to helping veterans and active military succeed in their academic and professional endeavors. Augsburg is approved by the state approving agency for VA education benefits. Veterans and eligible spouses and dependents should consult with the VA School Certifying Officials in the Registrar’s Office and Student Financial Services about completion of enrollment verification and the forwarding of other information to the Department of Veterans Affairs. An individual who qualifies for VA education benefits will be asked to provide a Certificate of Eligibility, Statement of Benefits, or documentation from a vocational rehabilitation counselor to confirm eligibility for their benefit. For students who qualify for and are currently utilizing Chapter 31 or Chapter 33 VA education benefits, Augsburg will not impose financial penalties or restrict access to registration or other campus services based solely on delayed payments from the VA. Please note that students are responsible for expenses beyond those covered by their VA education benefit; fees or other penalties may be assessed for failure to pay charges not covered by the VA. Students should contact the VA School Certifying Official in the Registrar’s Office if they have questions about what expenses are covered by their benefit. Additional information about veterans’ education benefits can be found at va.gov. Graduation Requirements See the applicable program section of this catalog for the program’s graduation requirements. The responsibility for ensuring that all degree requirements are satisfied rests with the student. Students should regularly review their degree audits and follow up with their program advisor about any questions or concerns. Students should consult their degree audits when preparing for registration. Program advisors are available to assist with registration planning. Each student is required to file an Intent to Graduate application within the last 12 months of their program. Application forms are available on the Registrar’s Office webpage. Submission of a complete Intent to Graduate application is what makes the student eligible for commencement ceremony communications and the conferral of their degree upon program completion. 33 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 their degree have been 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 University community to celebrate academic achievement. 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 University holds one commencement ceremony in the spring for all students – undergraduate and graduate. Students who have submitted an Intent to Graduate application for one ceremony may later defer to a future ceremony. The deadline for deferring to a future commencement ceremony is the day prior to the commencement ceremony selected on the Intent to Graduation application. Diploma Each graduate will receive their diploma and a copy of their unofficial transcript in the mail 6-8 weeks upon completion of their last requirement. This mailing will be sent to the address that displays in their Records & Registration record. Graduates are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of this mailing address. Incorrect mailing addresses will result in the student paying for reshipment or being required to pick up the mailing at the Registrar’s Office. Augsburg University diplomas note the degree earned and the date of conferral. Diplomas do not list the program or major(s) completed. Augsburg offers the following graduate degrees: Master of Arts, Master of Business Administration, Master of Fine Arts, Master of Music Therapy, Master of Science, Master of Social Work, Doctor of Nursing Practice, and Doctor of Psychology. Final, Official Transcript Each graduate who has satisfied all Student Financial account obligations at the time of the diploma mailing will receive their official transcript in a sealed envelope as part of the diploma mailing. To remain official, the sealed transcript envelope must remain sealed. Each graduate who has not satisfied all obligations at the time of the diploma mailing will be responsible for taking care of their Student Financial account obligations. Once met, their official transcript will be mailed to them and additional copies can be ordered and released. 34 Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) The primary purpose of the Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in clinical psychology degree program is to educate and train students in the major aspects of clinical practice. To help ensure that students are prepared adequately, the curriculum integrates theory, training, research, and practice, preparing students to work with a wide range of populations in need of psychological services and in a broad range of roles. Students who complete the clinical psychology program earn a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) degree. The awarding of this degree indicates that the recipient has mastered the fundamental academic and experiential elements of clinical psychology. In contrast to the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree, which is primarily a research degree attainable in a variety of academic disciplines, the Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) degree program combines relevant research, applied theory, and field experience and is designed to prepare the graduate to apply psychological knowledge in a variety of settings and roles. The PsyD program will accept students who have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree. Although prior degrees need not be in psychology, some psychology courses are required (as foundation courses), and some experience in psychological services is desirable. The PsyD uses a practitioner-scholar model for training and evaluation. In addition to the prescribed coursework, the required curriculum for all PsyD students includes practicum field experiences and an internship. To complete the doctoral program successfully, students must demonstrate competency in a number of specific clinical and conceptual skills, and must complete a Clinical Research Project in the area of applied clinical psychology. The curriculum to be offered within the doctoral degree program consists primarily of courses that are required of all graduate students. Some of these required courses cover the major theories of historical and modern psychology and their application in current practice; the stages of the developmental process, and the basis for behavior; psychopathology; and a series of courses dealing with the administration and interpretation of various forms of assessment, basic intervention skills and various theory and therapy approaches. Students are also required to participate in two years of practicum field experience in assessment and psychotherapy and the seminar that accompanies each practicum. Various elective courses cover a wide range of areas, including advanced therapy and the treatment of special populations. A one-year internship or its equivalent is the final stage in the training process for the doctoral degree. Included among the basic objectives of the PsyD program are the following: ● ● ● ● ● Preparing practitioners to deliver basic diagnostic and therapeutic services to diverse populations, whether on an individual, family, or group basis Enabling practitioners to integrate biological, psychological, and sociocultural aspects of human functioning into their clinical approach Assisting practitioners to assume leadership positions within the healthcare delivery system Training psychologists to work with professionals from other disciplines as part of an effectively functioning healthcare team Preparing practitioners to evaluate and use clinical research applications of psychology Program Aims and Competencies The Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology program aims to educate and train students following the practitioner-scholar model, so that they will be able to function effectively as health service psychologists. To ensure that students are adequately prepared, the curriculum is designed to provide for meaningful integration of psychological research, theory, and clinical practice with diverse individuals within a broad spectrum of contexts. The program emphasizes the development of knowledge, skills, and attitudes essential for psychologists who are committed to the ethical provision of quality, evidence-based psychological services, including therapy, assessment, consultation, and supervision. Interpersonal and multicultural competency are foundational elements of our program. 35 Students who complete the clinical psychology program will earn a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) degree. The awarding of this degree indicates that the recipient has mastered the fundamental academic and experiential elements of clinical psychology. In addition to the prescribed coursework, the required curriculum for all students includes practicum field experiences and an internship. To complete the doctoral program successfully, students must demonstrate competency in a number of specific clinical and conceptual skills, and must complete a Clinical Research Project in the area of applied clinical psychology. Graduates are trained in the science and practice of psychology, and are able to apply the clinical skills of observation, assessment, intervention, and evaluation to help different segments of our ever-changing society. The areas of competency are modeled, in part, after those specified by the National Council of Schools and Programs of Professional Psychology and the standards of the American Psychological Association. Coursework is designed to meet coursework requirements for licensure as a psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Program Competencies The following are the program competencies expected of students upon graduation from this PsyD Clinical Psychology program. 1. Students will demonstrate competency in research, including knowledge of research and quantitative methods as well as psychometrics 2. Students will demonstrate knowledge of ethical and legal standards, and conduct themselves in an ethical manner 3. Students will demonstrate competency in individual and cultural diversity, including knowledge of the theoretical and empirical knowledge base and the ability to apply it 4. Students will demonstrate knowledge of professional values and attitudes, as well as self-reflective practice and an openness to supervision and feedback 5. Students will demonstrate professional skills to communicate clearly and effectively in oral and written domains 6. Students will demonstrate effective interpersonal skills in professional interactions and relationships 7. Students will demonstrate competency in assessment, including the ability to administer and interpret psychological tests and apply knowledge of strengths and psychopathology to the assessment process 8. Students will demonstrate competency in intervention, including developing and applying evidence-based treatment plans, and evaluating treatment effectiveness 9. Students will evidence knowledge of supervision models and practices 10. Students will evidence knowledge of consultation models and practices, and demonstrate interprofessional/interdisciplinary skills 11. Students will have knowledge of basic areas in scientific psychology, including affective, biological, cognitive, developmental, and social aspects of behavior; and the history and systems of psychology Effective October 20, 2019, the Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology degree program is accredited, inactive by the Commission on Accreditation (CoA) of the American Psychological Association (APA) as a teachout program for the APA-accredited PsyD in Clinical Psychology Program at Argosy University Twin Cities. This accreditation status designates an accredited program that is no longer admitting students. This status was granted to accommodate teach-out students from Argosy University. Persons who were not enrolled in accredited Argosy programs are not to be admitted to the Augsburg University/Argosy Teach-out accredited, inactive program. Effective December 8, 2021, the program is also APA-accredited on contingency for non-teachout, non-Argosy University students in the Clinical Psychology PsyD program. The Program is accredited, on contingency, through the following date: December 8, 2026. Questions related to the program’s APA accredited status should be directed to the Commission on Accreditation: Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation American Psychological Association, 750 1st Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002, Phone: (202) 336-5979 / E-mail: apaaccred@apa.org / Web: www.apa.org/ed/accreditation For both Argosy teach-out and newly enrolled students, Augsburg University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (as of October 21, 2019) to offer the Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology. Matriculation through the 36 PsyD in Clinical Psychology degree program curriculum is designed to help prepare students to sit for the national licensure examination and to meet licensure requirements in the state of Minnesota. Licensure requirements and standards for professional practice vary from state to state; therefore, prospective and enrolled students are urged to examine the requirements of the specific state in which they plan to practice. State licensure requirements may be obtained from: Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards P.O. Box 4389 Montgomery, Alabama 36103 332.832.4580 www.asppb.org Academic Requirements and Policies Graduation Requirements Students who are admitted into the Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology degree program will be responsible for completing the program requirements that are in effect at the time of their admission. The school retains the right to modify these requirements in accordance with the demands of the profession of psychology. To be eligible for graduation, students must meet the following requirements. ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● The satisfactory completion of 98 semester credit hours. The total credit hours must include: o 69 credit hours of core courses o 2 credit hours of Professionalization Group o 12 credit hours (two years) of practicum and practicum seminar groups o A minimum of 9 credit hours of general electives o 6 credit hours of Clinical Research Project Successful completion of the Comprehensive Examination no later than the beginning of the fifth year Successful completion of all sections of the Clinical Competency Evaluation (CCE) Successful completion of a 2,000-hour internship, in not less than 12 and not more than 24 months Successful completion of the Clinical Research Project GPA of at least 3.00 (B average) Completion of these requirements within seven years of matriculation into the program A completed Petition to Graduate approved by program administration and submitted to Augsburg’s registrar. The Clinical Research Project is approved by all committee members as final, and submitted and accepted into IDUN. The date of graduation listed on your transcript will be the university’s set conferral date in the month following meeting this requirement, assuming the internship final evaluation has been received earlier. All courses other than electives are considered core courses. Students are required to retake a core course if they receive a grade below “B-.” and a course cannot be used as a prerequisite for another course if the student received a grade below B-. The course must be retaken no later than the end of the next calendar year with an earned grade of “B-” or better. Additional Requirements for Academic Progress for the PsyD Students are expected to complete the PsyD in Clinical Psychology degree program in five years. Students must complete the program within seven years after matriculation, with the practica completed by the end of the fourth year. Students are required to be in full-time residence in the program for a minimum of one academic year of pre-internship enrollment. Three full-time academic years (or the equivalent thereof) are dedicated to graduate coursework, including two years of practicum training that typically occurs during the second and the third academic years. Students are expected to maintain full-time enrollment in the program until all course requirements have been completed. The continuous registration policy will be enforced for all students who have completed all coursework except for the Clinical Research Project. 37 Extensions allowing enrollment beyond the seven-year limit may only be granted by the program director. Such extensions will only be granted under extenuating circumstances to allow completion of all degree requirements within a short period of time. Additional requirements for academic progress are described in the Student Handbook. Clinical Training Overview Clinical trainings are supervised, out-of-class experiences in clinical settings. Through this contact, students have the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge, implement clinical techniques based on this knowledge, and develop the professional and personal attitudes important to the identity of a professional psychologist. By the end of clinical training, Clinical Psychology program students are expected to possess effective assessment and intervention skills, demonstrate cultural competence, relational competence, and practice in an ethical manner. During their clinical training, students advance through progressively challenging levels of training. At each level, a student’s progress is assessed in multiple ways by multiple faculty members and field supervisors. In order to advance to the next level of clinical training, the student must pass certain courses, complete practicum, and demonstrate competency in specific clinical tasks. Practicum and Practicum Seminar Requirements Completion of two practica, the first focusing on psychological assessment and the second focusing on psychological interventions, must be completed for the PsyD in Clinical Psychology degree program. Details of Practicum and Practicum Seminar eligibility and requirements may be found in the Student Handbook. Clinical Competency Evaluation (CCE) Requirements The Clinical Competency Examination (CCE) is a series of competency-based tasks required for PsyD students in which students demonstrate to the faculty a mastery of major clinical assessment and therapy skills. The purpose of this evaluation is to monitor the student’s growth and development of clinical competence in accordance with the standards of the profession and to ensure student acquisition of appropriate skill levels for subsequent internship training and clinical practice. Detailed requirements for the CCE are contained in the Student Handbook. Comprehensive Examination Requirements Students in the PsyD in Clinical Psychology degree program are required to successfully complete a Comprehensive Examination to demonstrate that they have mastered the fundamental theories and concepts required of a clinical psychologist. The Comprehensive Examination covers material from required courses and training activities during the first three years of study in the Clinical Psychology Program. Procedures for the Comprehensive Examination are described in the Student Handbook. Clinical Research Project Requirements The Clinical Psychology program requires each PsyD student to develop a Clinical Research Project (CRP) as a requirement for graduation. The CRP is intended to be a scholarly work that provides students an opportunity to deepen their knowledge and thought about a particular clinical area; to demonstrate the ability to analyze methodological issues; and to produce an original piece of scholarly work in the field of clinical psychology. Assisting the student in this process is a committee of faculty members who will review the material and make recommendations and suggestions. Detailed requirements for completing the Clinical Research Project are found in the CRP Manual section of the Student Handbook. Internship Requirements The internship is typically completed during the fifth year of graduate studies for PsyD students, after all PsyD coursework is finished. All students applying for internship are required to fully participate in the national matching process through the Association of Psychology Postdoctoral and Internship Centers (APPIC; www.appic.org). APPIC matches graduate students with intern training sites. Students are required to apply to a minimum of 15 APA Accredited 38 internship match sites (unless an exception is approved by the Director of Training). The Director and Associate Director of Clinical Training help students identify appropriate locations to apply for internship and prepare the documentation necessary for internship application. During the course of the internship, the Training Department continues to monitor the progress of the student and maintain contact with the student and his or her supervisor. While an internship may be a paid position, the internship site may not be the student’s regular or prior place of employment. The internship must be completed within the overall seven-year time limit for completing the doctoral degree program. Internships normally require a full-time commitment for 12 months, although half-time internships extending for 24 months are possible. Since the needs of students differ during the internship process, all internship sites must receive the approval of the training staff. A student may not apply for an internship without the approval of the Director of Training. All internship applications must be approved by the Director of Training. Detailed requirements for internship are described in the Student Handbook. Additional Academic Standards and Student Evaluation Students in the PsyD in Clinical Psychology degree program are in training to fill the professional role of a licensed health service psychologist. As such, their performance and competence will be evaluated across a number of dimensions. In addition to performance on traditional academic tasks and requirements, the student’s cognitive, emotional, psychological and interpersonal functioning and development will be reviewed and evaluated. Students are also required to conform to ethical standards which govern the behavior of professional psychologists. Transferring Courses from Other Institutions (Apart from Argosy University Twin Cities Clinical Psychology PsyD Program) Students who have completed graduate coursework at another institution may petition the program director(s) for transfer of courses in the PsyD in Clinical Psychology degree program up to a maximum of 30 credit hours (10 courses). Detailed information about eligibility for transferring courses is contained in the Student Handbook. Students are strongly encouraged to submit transfer requests before or during the first semester of enrollment in the program. The transfer request must be accompanied by a transcript reflecting completion of the course and the grade received, along with other supporting documentation, such as course description, syllabus, and work samples. No transfer credit will be given for courses taken elsewhere after matriculation into the Clinical Psychology degree program. For teachout students, all courses that were taken in the PsyD Clinical Psychology Program at Argosy University Twin Cities campus will generally be transferred to Augsburg in full, provided grade minimum and other course requirements were met both at Argosy and at Augsburg. Course credits transferred to Augsburg from Argosy as part of the Argosy teachout program do not count towards the total number of transfer credits allowed when transferring to Augsburg from an institution other than Argosy’s PsyD Clinical Psychology program. Criteria for Academic Warning and Program Dismissal The Student Handbook lists reasons for and criteria under which students may receive an academic warning or be dismissed from the PsyD programs. Residency Requirements PsyD in Clinical Psychology degree program students are required to complete a minimum of three full-time academic years of graduate study (or the equivalent thereof) and completion of an internship prior to awarding the degree. At least two of the three academic training years (or the equivalent thereof) must be completed at the campus from which the degree is granted, and at least one year of which must be in full-time residence (or the equivalent thereof) at that same campus. Attendance Policy The PsyD program will follow Augsburg attendance policies. Any exceptions must be approved by the program director. More than two absences in a class can be grounds for not passing that class; students should notify faculty of any anticipated absences. 39 Criteria for Enrollment Load Students in the Doctor of Psychology program are considered to be enrolled full-time in the program if any of the following conditions apply: ● ● ● ● ● The student is registered in at least six credits during a semester. The student is registered in at least 3 credits and is also concurrently enrolled in a Clinical Research Project credit (PRP850, 851, 852, 853, 854, 855, or 859) or Advanced Practicum (PRP831 or 832). The student is registered in a Clinical Research Project credit (PRP850, 851, 852, 853, 854, 855, or 859) and is also concurrently enrolled in Advanced Practicum (PRP831 or 832). The student is registered in a Clinical Research Project credit (PRP850, 851, 852, 853, 854, 855, or 859) and is also concurrently enrolled in a half time internship (PRP890 or 891). The student is currently completing a full-time, 2,000 hour, 1-year internship, and is registered in PRP890 or PRP891, Predoctoral Internship. Students in the Doctor of Psychology program are considered to be enrolled half-time in the program if any of the following conditions apply: ● ● ● ● The student is registered in at least three credits during a semester. The student is currently completing their Clinical Research Project, and is enrolled in a Clinical Research Project credit (PRP850, 851, 852, 853, 854, 855, or 859). The student is currently completing a half-time Advanced Practicum and is enrolled in Advanced Practicum (PRP831 or 832). The student is currently completing a half-time 2,000 hour, 2-year internship, and is registered in PRP890 or PRP891, Predoctoral Internship. Admission to PsyD Requirements ● ● ● ● ● ● A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution or an appropriately certified foreign institution An undergraduate degree grade point average of at least 3.0 (on a scale of 4.0) -orA graduate grade point average of 3.25 (on a scale of 4.0) To meet Augsburg University admission requirements, you must provide evidence of a sufficient command of both written and spoken English to study college courses conducted entirely in English. See the Admission section of this catalog for information about English language proficiency requirements. Completion of an interview with a member of the program Admissions Committee. An admissions representative is available to help interested applicants complete the following required documentation: o Completed Application for Admission Form o Admission Application Fee through PSYCAS (see information about PSYCAS below) o Personal/professional goal statement with a self-appraisal of qualifications for the profession o Current Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume (or career summary) o Three completed Applicant Recommendation Forms o Official transcripts from all post-secondary schools attended On rare occasions, an applicant with a grade point average lower than the stated admission requirements may be considered for admission if the applicant provides documented evidence of interest, ability, and aptitude for doctoral study in clinical psychology. All admission exceptions must be documented, recommended by the program admissions committee, and approved by the Program Director. Foundation Courses The Clinical Psychology program at Augsburg University requires applicants to successfully complete, with a “C” or better, five undergraduate courses that serve as a basic foundation for course work in clinical psychology. Several of these 40 courses serve as direct prerequisites to the Clinical Psychology program graduate courses. The following three courses are required: ● ● ● Introduction to psychology or general psychology (may be waived if the applicant has completed a Bachelors or Masters degree in Psychology) Abnormal psychology, psychopathology, or maladaptive behavior Statistics or research methods Two additional courses in the field of psychology must also be completed. Students must complete these foundation courses before they matriculate in the PsyD in Clinical Psychology degree program. Application Process Augsburg University uses the Psychology Centralized Admissions System (PSYCAS). PSYCAS is a centralized application service supported by the American Psychological Association (APA) and Liaison International. Instructions on how to use PSYCAS and how your admissions documents will be uploaded and delivered to PSYCAS for processing can be found in the application: https://psycas.liaisoncas.com/. Students interested in applying should create an account on the PSYCAS web site. Creating an account is free; however, there is a $65 fee to PSYCAS for the first application. If a student is applying to other programs using PSYCAS for the admissions process, an additional fee is charged for each additional application. Non-Degree-Seeking Students in the PsyD Program The PsyD program allows non-degree-seeking students to take no more than two courses (and no more than 6 semester credits) without being admitted to the PsyD program. See the Augsburg University Non-Degree-Seeking Students Policy for details. Non-degree-seeking students are admitted on a case-by-case, space-available basis and must have completed all course prerequisites. Committee Decisions All applicants will receive written notification of the Admissions Committee’s decision. Admissions Committee decisions are final and are not subject to appeal. Clinical Psychology Faculty Sarah Addicks (2022). Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology. BA, New York University. MS, MPH, Ph.D., West Virginia University. Marcia Bennett (2019). Professor of Clinical Psychology. BA, University of South Dakota; MA, PhD, University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Margit Berman (2019). Program Director and Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology. BA, PhD, University of Minnesota. Patricia Hopkins (2021). Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology. BA, Minnesota State University, Mankato. MS, PhD, West Virginia University. Abigail Hughes-Scalise (2020). Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology. BA, St. Olaf College. MA, PhD, Case Western Reserve University. James Theisen (2020). Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology. BS, Saint John’s University. MA, PhD, Fuller Graduate School of Psychology. 41 Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree includes all the required coursework to obtain your Minnesota teaching license in your area of expertise. The MAT program is designed for students seeking their initial license. Students who already possess a teaching license who are interested in a second license should look at the MAE program. Our program is unique in that it integrates an Early Career Teacher Seminar as a capstone experience that is designed to help you be successful in your career as a teacher. Our licensure concentrations are offered through a mix of undergraduate and graduate courses. We offer the following concentrations for the MAT Degree: Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Special Education, English as a Second Language. MAT with a concentration in Elementary Education 33 Graduate Credit Hours / 78 Total Credit Hours 100 Out of Class Field Hours Required This program is designed to prepare teachers for grades K-6. Optional endorsements in middle school specialty areas of math, science, social studies, and communication arts can be pursued along with or separately from the K-6 license. Program Requirements ● EDC 511 - Tools of Inquiry (3 CH) ● EDC 502 - Critical Histories and Philosophies of Education* (3 CH) ● EDC 566 - Diversity/Minnesota American Indians (3 CH) ● EDC 533 - Learning and Development in an Educational Setting (3 CH) ● EDC 544 - Learners with Special Needs* (3 CH) ● EDC 580 - School and Society (3 CH) ● EED 524 - Transcultural Literacies: An Introduction to Language and Literacy (3 CH) ● EED 525 - K-6 Language and Literacy Methods: Critical Applications for the Elementary Classroom* (3 CH) ● EED 550 - K-6 Methods: Math (3 CH) ● EED 560 - K-6 Methods: Science (3 CH) ● EDC 596 - Early Career Teacher Seminar (3 CH) To complete the license, students also will need to complete the following requirements at the undergraduate level: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● HPE 115 - Chemical Dependency Education EDC 220 - Educational Technology EED 311 - K-6 Methods: Health EED 312 - K-6 Methods: Physical Education EED 336 - Advanced Literacy Methods* EED 341 - K-6 Methods: Art EED 370 - K-6 Social Studies Methods: Decolonizing Curriculum and Classrooms EED 380 - Kindergarten Methods* EED 386 - K-6 Methods: Children’s Literature One of EDC 481 or EDC 482 o EDC 481 - Student Teaching: Initial License (12-14 weeks) o EDC 482 - Student Teaching: Endorsement EED 489 - Teacher Performance Assessment and Student Teaching Seminar *Field experience hours are required in these courses. Please see the Field Experience section for more information. MAT with a concentration in Secondary Education 30 Graduate Credit Hours / 68 – 107 Total Credit Hours** 42 100 Out of Class Field Experience Hours Required K-12 licenses prepare teachers to teach a content area across elementary, middle school, and high school. Licenses for grades 5-12 prepare teachers to teach at the middle and high school levels. K-12 Licenses are available in the following areas: Music, Physical Education, Visual Arts 5-12 Licenses are available in the following areas: Communication Arts, Health, Math, Social Studies 9-12 Licenses are available in the following subject areas: Biology, Chemistry, Physics Middle School Endorsements (5-8) are available in the following licensure areas: Social Studies, Communication Arts, Visual Arts, Health, Music, and Physical Education. A 5-8 general science license is also available. **Total Credit Hours vary depending on content area and the addition of a middle school endorsement. Program Requirements Please note that additional courses in content area may also be required. ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● EDC 511 - Tools of Inquiry (3 CH) EDC 502 - Critical Histories and Philosophies of Education* (3 CH) EDC 566 - Diversity/Minnesota American Indians (3 CH) EDC 533 - Learning and Development in an Educational Setting (3 CH) EDC 544 - Learners with Special Needs* (3 CH) EDC 580 - School and Society (3 CH) ESE 525 - Creating Learning Environments (3 CH) ESE 500 - Reading and Writing in Content Area* (3 CH) EDC 596 - Early Career Teacher Seminar (3 CH) To complete the license, students also will need to complete the following requirements at the undergraduate level: ● ● ● ● ● HPE 115 - Chemical Dependency Education EDC 220 - Educational Technology ESE 3XX - K-12 or 5-12 Methods (in the content area)* One of EDC 481, EDC 482, or EDC 483 o EDC 481 - Student Teaching: Initial License (12-14 weeks) o EDC 482 - Student Teaching: Endorsement o EDC 483 - Student Teaching: Initial License in PE, Music, Art, or ESL ESE 489 - Teacher Performance Assessment and Student Teaching Seminar *Field experience hours are required in these courses. Undergraduate Content Area Requirements The equivalent of a major in the licensure content area is required for K-12 and 5-12 licenses. Students who have majored in a field in which we offer licensure must have their previous coursework evaluated by the major department at Augsburg. Coursework must meet Minnesota licensure standards and have recorded a grade of C or better. Coursework older than seven years is judged on a case-by-case basis. If a student is missing requirements, specific undergraduate coursework will be required in order for the license to be attained. MAT with a concentration in Special Education 48 Graduate Credit Hours / 73 Total Credit Hours 190 Field Experience Hours The MAT in Special Education at Augsburg University corresponds with an Academic Behavioral Strategist (ABS), K-12 teaching license. This program qualifies students to teach in special education programs and positions working with 43 students with mild to moderate disabilities in the areas of emotional/behavioral disabilities, learning disabilities, autism spectrum disabilities, developmental and cognitive disabilities and other health disabilities. This program is built on an inclusive education model. Under this model, students learn how to work closely with both special and general educators to facilitate inclusion of special education students into the regular education classroom. Program Requirements ● EDC 511 - Tools of Inquiry (3 CH) ● EDC 502 - Critical Histories and Philosophies of Education* (3 CH) ● EDC 566 - Diversity/Minnesota American Indians (3 CH) ● EDC 533 - Learning and Development in an Educational Setting (3 CH) ● EDC 544 - Learners with Special Needs* (3 CH) ● EED 524 - Transcultural Literacies: An Introduction to Language and Literacy (3 CH) ● EED 525 - K-6 Language and Literacy Methods: Critical Applications for the Elementary Classroom* (3 CH) ● EED 550 - K–6 Methods: Math* (3 CH) ● EED 560 - K–6 Methods: Science* (3 CH) ● SPE 510 - Implementing Assessment Strategies* (3 CH) ● SPE 511 - Etiology and Theory of Mild to Moderate Disabilities (3 CH) ● SPE 515 - Theory to Practice* (3 CH) ● SPE 525 - Transition and Community* (3 CH) ● SPE 530 - Instructional and Behavioral Practices* (3 CH) ● SPE 540 - Parent and Professional Planning (3 CH) ● EDC 596 - Early Career Teacher Seminar (3 CH) To complete the license, students also will need to complete the following requirements at the undergraduate level: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● HPE 115 - Chemical Dependency Education MAT 137 - Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I EDC 220 - Education Technology EDC 330 and 332 - Building the Public Good: Public Achievement and Organizing EDC 331 and 333 - Practicum in Public Achievement EDC 481 - Student Teaching: Initial License (12-14 weeks) SPE 489 - Teacher Performance Assessment and Student Teaching Seminar *Field experience required as part of this course. MAT with a concentration in English as a Second Language (ESL) 36 Graduate Credit Hours / 69 Total Credit Hours 110 Field Experience Hours The K-12 English as a Second Language license is available as an initial license or as a second license. This license qualifies teachers to work with K-12 students for whom English is a second language across a range of subject areas. A prerequisite to program admissions is two years of high school level or one year of college level language instruction. Program Requirements ● EDC 511 - Tools of Inquiry (3 CH) ● EDC 502 - Critical Histories and Philosophies of Education* (3 CH) ● EDC 566 - Diversity/MN American Indians (3 CH) ● EDC 533 - Learning and Development in an Educational Setting (3 CH) ● EDC 544 - Learners with Special Needs* (3 CH) ● EED 525 - K-6 Language and Literacy Methods: Critical Applications for the Elementary Classroom* (3 CH) ● ESE 525 - Creating Learning Environments* (3 CH) ● ESL 510 - History and Structure of the English Language (3 CH) ● ESL 520 - ESL Literacy* (3 CH) 44 ● ● ● ESL 530 - Language, Culture, and Schools (3 CH) ESL 540 - ESL Methods* (3 CH) EDC 596 - Early Career Teacher Seminar (3 CH) To complete the license, students also will need to complete the following requirements at the undergraduate level: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● HPE 115 - Chemical Dependency Education EDC 220 - Educational Technology ESL 310 - Second Language Acquisition ESL 320 - Introduction to Linguistics ESL 410 - ESL Testing and Evaluation EDC 483 - Student Teaching: Initial License in PE, Music, Art, or ESL ESL 489 - Teacher Performance Assessment and Student Teaching Seminar *This course has a field experience requirement. Field Experience An important part of preparing to be a teacher resides in meaningful experiences in the field. For courses with a field experience, you should plan on a minimum of 20 hours spent in a classroom or other relevant learning environment during the weekday. Most field experiences are intended to be completed in a classroom or grade level that corresponds with your licensure type (e.g. K-6 classrooms for an elementary license). If more than one course with field experience is taken in a given term, field experience requirements expand accordingly (i.e., two courses with 20 hours of field experience each require a total of 40 hours). Graduate Elective Courses Depending on the licensure area, students may be required to take one or two graduate elective courses. Other students may wish to enroll in additional graduate coursework based on interest. MAT students may take any course offered at the 500 level in Education (EDC, ESE, EED, SPE) or Leadership (MAL) as a graduate elective. Graduate students may also petition to enroll in coursework offered by any graduate program at Augsburg University as a graduate elective. In many cases, the Graduate Director of the program offering the elective will also need to approve registration. Students may alternatively petition to have graduate coursework taken at another institution be accepted in transfer. Admission to MAT Admission Requirements Students admitted into the MAT licensure and degree programs must have: ● ● Bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited four-year institution or an appropriately certified foreign institution. Cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher. Application Checklist The following items must be sent to the Augsburg Office of Admissions: ● ● Completed application form – augsburg.edu/gpe/ Official academic transcripts from the Bachelor’s degree granting institution. o Additional transcripts will be requested to review relevant coursework that could be used to fulfill education licensure coursework. A student may request to have transcripts waived but this could extend the length of study at Augsburg. If a transcript is provided after admission, the initial course plan may no longer be accurate. 45 Admission as an International Student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students. Course Exceptions and Graduate Course Transfer Credit Some coursework required for licensure may be met through a course exception granted upon admission to the program. Previous coursework taken at other universities is evaluated by the Department Chair during the admission process. Some content area courses for secondary education students are evaluated by the content area department. This degree audit may reveal that fewer courses are required for licensure. In some circumstances, additional courses may be required in a secondary content area. When graduate coursework is met with a course exception, additional graduate credits will only be required if the total graduate credit hours to be earned is less than 30 CH. Graduate coursework accepted into the licensure program is not automatically accepted into the MAT degree program. Previous graduate coursework must have received a grade of B or better to be considered. See the graduate program director for approval to use graduate level transfer courses in the degree program. Students may transfer in no more than six (6) graduate credit hours from another institution. Acceptance into the MAT Program Application files are reviewed by the graduate program coordinator. Applicants are notified of the admission decision by the Office of Admissions. Applicants whose cumulative undergraduate GPA is below 2.5 can request an admission committee be formed by written petition to the Graduate Director. Advising and Registration Admitted students are able to participate in academic advising and the registration process. Typically, first-term registration occurs with intake advising. After the first term, students generally are able to register online through Records and Registration. All students are assigned an Education Department faculty advisor in the first semester of courses. MAT in Rochester The Master of Arts in Teaching program is also offered at our location in Rochester, MN. Rochester offers the MAT with concentrations in Elementary Education, Special Education, and English as a Second Language. Classes primarily meet weekday evenings and summer at Bethel Lutheran Church in Rochester. Academic Policies Cumulative GPA Requirement To complete the MAT program and maintain good academic standing, students must maintain a 3.0 or better Augsburg cumulative GPA. Graduation and Licensure/ Endorsement Requirements A minimum GPA of 3.00 overall and grades of P in student teaching courses are required for licensure as well as C- or better in all required core, specialty, and education major courses. Dismissal from Licensure and Degree Program Students may be dismissed from the MAT program for failure to maintain appropriate academic and teaching-based performance standards, for gross violation of university policy, and/or for conduct in violation of professional ethics. Dismissal occurs within the context of established department procedures described in the MAT/MAE Handbook. Students have the right to appeal dismissal from the program on the grounds of procedural error, using the university’s program dismissal appeals process. Information about the program dismissal appeals process is available in the Augsburg 46 Student Guide. Students who fail to complete the MAT program may have the option to finish their graduate degree in the MAE program (without a license). Readmission and Withdrawal Students in good standing who fail to register for courses for two terms (not including summer) are automatically withdrawn from the MAT program. To be readmitted to the university and the MAT program, students file a Readmission form through the Registrar’s Office. Program Costs In addition to tuition, students in this program can expect to pay a data maintenance fee upon admission to the department, as well as liability insurance at the student rate during student teaching and the cost of a background check for licensure and, possibly, field experience. In addition, optional international travel courses have associated costs above and beyond the charge for tuition. Licensure Tests All teachers seeking licensure through Augsburg must take and pass all tests required by the state of Minnesota for licensure. These include tests in basic skills, pedagogy and content area knowledge. Program Petition Process A student may petition to amend program requirements by written petition to the Graduate Program Director. Please note that changes to state licensure requirements cannot be granted. Please consult the MAT handbook for information regarding the petition process. Accreditation and Approvals Augsburg University Teacher Education programs are approved by: ● Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) Augsburg University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Credit Most MAT graduate level courses are offered for 3 semester credits. Each course is comprised of 37.5 instructional hours with the expectation of about 75 hours of independent study outside of class. Schedule of Classes The majority of the education courses in the MAT programs are offered on weekday evenings. Courses typically meet face to face every other week with online instruction during the alternate weeks. A few education courses and many undergraduate content area courses are offered in a face to face, classroom based format, meeting weekly in the evenings. Summer session courses are offered primarily on weekday evenings. Summer courses are offered in a mix of formats from all online to all face-to-face. Master of Arts in Education (MAE) For those interested in developing their professional capacity, taking graduate coursework in educational studies, or obtaining a second teaching license, Augsburg University offers a Master of Arts in Education (MAE) degree. The Master of Arts in Education (MAE) program offers professional educators and community workers the opportunity to develop their skills and understanding in curriculum and pedagogy. Our program prepares educators to serve students effectively and to nurture healthy change within schools, school systems and society. 47 Program Requirements 30 Graduate Credit Hours The MAE at Augsburg is premised by two assumptions: first, that we learn through a series of experiences, embodied through a lived curriculum or “currere” (Grumet & Pinar, 2014) and, second, that graduate inquiry entails an ongoing cycle of critical questioning and a commitment to continuous improvement, of ourselves and our world. This program invites students to engage in critical discourse relevant and pertinent to their own socio-cultural context, integrating relevant knowledge to address the problems they identify and wish to address. As we are all life-long learners, our faculty partner with students in collective searches and re-searches for insight and shared meaning. Our faculty bring their expert knowledge, both disciplinary and interdisciplinary, to help students gain access to the tools of scholarly and pragmatic inquiry, in order to critique, deconstruct our world as it is and envisage our schools and communities as we would like them to be. In other words, we co-construct curriculum with students, a collaborative effort to facilitate emergent intellectual and material journeys. This process entails studies of agency and self-politicization, understanding of different experiences and interactions with broken systems, and articulations of alternative ways of knowing and organizing our social relationships. Required Core Courses (9 CH) EDC 511 – Tools of Inquiry (3 CH) EDC 560 – Issues In/equity (3 CH) EDC 571 – Navigating Change in Education (3 CH) Concentration Coursework (12 CH) *Note: Concentration Coursework may consist of any education coursework. The following concentrations are recommended clusters of courses. Culture & Curriculum Concentration Options EDC 552 - Culturally Responsive Pedagogy (3 CH) EDC 5xx - Paideia Theory, Research, and Practice (3 CH) EDC 512 - Foundations of Curriculum and Instruction (3 CH) EDC 5xx - Out of School Pedagogies (3 CH) EDC 5xx - Education Policy and Advocacy EDC 566 - Diversity/MN American Indians (3 CH) EDC 543 - Critical Geography, Culture, and EcoJustice Education (3 CH) ESE 500 - Reading and Writing in the Content Area (3 CH) ESL 530 - Language, Culture and Schools (3 CH) SPE 530 - Instructional and Behavioral Practices (3 CH) SPE 510 - Implementing Assessment Strategies (3 CH) Community Engaged Learning Concentration Options EDC 552 - Culturally Responsive Pedagogy (3 CH) EDC 512 - Foundations of Curriculum and Instruction (3 CH) EDC 543 - Critical Geography, Culture, and EcoJustice Education (3 CH) EDC 541 - Experiential Education EDC 542 - Outdoor Education ESL 530 - Language, Culture, and Schools (3 CH) SPE 525 - Transition and Community (3 CH) SPE 540 - Parent and Professional Planning (3 CH) Elective Coursework Nine (9) Additional Credit Hours are required to complete the degree. These credit hours may be taken as electives from other graduate programs at Augsburg or from Education coursework. They may also be taken as professional 48 development workshops and institutes that offer graduate credit. Please contact the Graduate Programs in Education office or consult the Handbook for more information about these opportunities. Additional Degree Requirements Students in the MAE are required to complete an Inquiry Project in partial fulfillment of their degree. Details regarding the Inquiry Project are found below. Additional information can be found in the Graduate Programs in Education Handbook. Alternatively, students may petition to complete a thesis in lieu of the Inquiry Project. Please consult the Thesis Completion section below for details about doing a thesis in the MAE program. MAE Inquiry Project Students elect to complete the inquiry project in the graduate course of their choosing with the consent of the instructor. Since most courses have a culminating graduate assignment, students would notify their instructor that they wish to complete the inquiry project in their course. The instructor of the course serves as evaluator/facilitator of the inquiry project. An inquiry project should integrate and synthesize the course topic, student experience and insight, and the questions that underpin student inquiry throughout the program. An inquiry project may be classroom or community-based in nature. The inquiry project is a contextualized project designed by graduate students that facilitates: • • professional development within the context of a discipline. participation in and contribution to our broader communities. Mazzeo et al (Perin, 2011, p. 6) define contextualization as instructional strategies intended to link academic content with its application in a specific context relevant to the students. Additionally, community-based instruction is defined as systematic instruction that integrates community settings with meaningful learning and it is age-appropriate to the students. Drawing from the literature of experiential learning, the project will be designed with a focus on the relevance of presenting problems and societal issues, so that students can apply what they learn to their work in the world. The inquiry project is left to be intentionally open so that graduate students may design school or community based projects that are relevant to the context in which they work. This allows graduate students to explore a compelling project in which they are allowed to design an effective tool to be used in authentic settings and for authentic purposes. The form and content of the project will be proposed by the graduate students and guided within the content of one graduate course. Projects should demonstrate relevance and applicability to educational contexts. The project will include a synthesis of relevant literature, and inquiry and professional development activities undertaken by the student either alone or in collaboration with faculty, other graduate students, or community members. Support for Students After 12 credit hours, the Graduate Program will audit progress with each student to determine their progress towards developing an inquiry project. For students who require additional support in developing their projects, they may be advised toward particular coursework to better prepare their project work. Tools of Inquiry (EDC 511) may be repeated at the end of the program (counts as an elective) in order to further develop or hone their project if they are unable to complete it during the course in which they have elected to complete the Inquiry Project. Perin, D. (2011). Facilitating Student Learning Through Contextualization. Community College Research Center, Working Paper No. 29: New York, NY Columbia University. MAE with an additional teaching license For students who are seeking an additional teaching license as part of their graduate degree, required licensure courses are determined based on a transcript evaluation upon acceptance into the program. Additional courses at the undergraduate level may be required to satisfy state licensure requirements. 49 When seeking an additional license with a master’s degree, you may be required to take additional coursework to reach the required minimum of 30 Graduate Credit Hours. This additional coursework may be any course offered at the 500 level in Education (EDC, ESE, EED, SPE) or Leadership (MAL) as a graduate elective. MAE students seeking an additional license may also petition to enroll in coursework offered by any graduate program at Augsburg University as a graduate elective. In many cases, the Graduate Director of the program offering the elective will also need to approve registration. Students may alternatively petition to have graduate coursework taken at another institution be accepted in transfer. Up to nine (9) graduate credit hours outside of education may be applied to the degree. MAE: Additional License in English as a Second Language (ESL) 110 Field Experience Hours EDC 502 - Critical Histories and Philosophies of Education* (3 CH) EDC 566 - Diversity/MN American Indians (3 CH) EDC 533 - Learning and Development in an Educational Setting (3 CH) EDC 544 - Learners with Special Needs* (3 CH) EED 525 - K-6 Language and Literacy Methods: Critical Applications for the Elementary Classroom* (3 CH) ESE 525 - Creating Learning Environments* (3 CH) ESL 510 - History and Structure of the English Language (3 CH) ESL 520 - ESL Literacy* (3 CH) ESL 530 - Language, Culture, and Schools (3 CH) ESL 540 - ESL Methods* (3 CH) To complete the license, students also will need to complete the following requirements at the undergraduate level: HPE 115 - Chemical Dependency Education EDC 220 - Educational Technology ESL 310 - Second Language Acquisition ESL 320 - Introduction to Linguistics ESL 410 - ESL Testing and Evaluation *This course has a field experience requirement. MAE: Additional License in Special Education 190 Field Experience Hours EDC 502 - Critical Histories and Philosophies of Education* (3 CH) EDC 566 - Diversity/Minnesota American Indians (3 CH) EDC 533 - Learning and Development in an Educational Setting (3 CH) EDC 544 - Learners with Special Needs* (3 CH) EED 524 - Transcultural Literacies: An Introduction to Language and Literacy (3 CH) EED 525 - K-6 Language and Literacy Methods: Critical Applications for the Elementary Classroom* (3 CH) EED 550 - K–6 Methods: Math* (3 CH) EED 560 - K–6 Methods: Science* (3 CH) SPE 510 - Implementing Assessment Strategies* (3 CH) SPE 511 - Etiology and Theory of Mild to Moderate Disabilities (3 CH) SPE 515 - Theory to Practice* (3 CH) SPE 525 - Transition and Community* (3 CH) SPE 530 - Instructional and Behavioral Practices* (3 CH) SPE 540 - Parent and Professional Planning (3 CH) To complete the license, students also will need to complete the following requirements at the undergraduate level: HPE 115 - Chemical Dependency Education MAT 137 - Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I 50 EDC 220 - Education Technology EDC 330 and 332 - Building the Public Good: Public Achievement and Organizing EDC 331 and 333 - Practicum in Public Achievement *Field experience required as part of this course. Elective Coursework Education Graduate Students may take any course offered at the 500 level in Education (EDC, ESE, EED, SPE) or Leadership (MAL) as a graduate elective. Graduate students may also petition to enroll in coursework offered by any graduate program at Augsburg University as a graduate elective. In many cases, the Graduate Director of the program offering the elective will also need to approve registration. Students may alternatively petition to have graduate coursework taken at another institution be accepted in transfer. Admission Requirements Students admitted into the MAE programs must have: ● ● A Bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited four-year institution Cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher. Admitted applicants with a 3.0 or higher GPA are granted full admission to the program. Admitted applicants with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5-2.99 are granted a provisional admission to the graduate program. If a student admitted provisionally fails to maintain a 3.0 Augsburg cumulative GPA over their first two terms, they may be dismissed from the graduate program. Application Checklist The following items must be sent to the Augsburg Office of Admissions: ● ● ● Completed application form – augsburg.edu/gpe/ Official academic transcripts from the Bachelor’s degree granting institution. Additional transcripts will be requested to review relevant coursework that could be used to fulfill education licensure coursework. A student may request to have transcripts waived but this could extend the length of study at Augsburg. If a transcript is provided after admission, the initial course plan may no longer be accurate. Admission as an International Student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students. Course Exceptions and Graduate Course Transfer Credit Some coursework required for licensure may be met through a course exception granted upon admission to the program. Previous coursework taken at other universities is evaluated by the Department Chair during the admission process. Some content area courses for secondary education students are evaluated by the content area department. This degree audit may reveal that fewer courses are required for licensure. In some circumstances, additional courses may be required in a secondary content area. Should a graduate level course be met through course exception, those graduate credit hours may need to be made up through the use of a graduate elective. Graduate coursework accepted into the licensure program is not automatically accepted into the MAE degree program. Previous graduate coursework must have received a grade of B or better to be considered. See the graduate program director for approval to use graduate level transfer courses in the degree program. Students may transfer in no more than six (6) graduate credit hours from another institution. 51 Acceptance into the MAE Program Application files are reviewed by the graduate program coordinator. Applicants are notified of the admission decision by the Office of Admissions, usually within one to two weeks after the application file is complete. Applicants whose cumulative undergraduate GPA is below 2.5 can request an admission committee be formed by written petition to the Graduate Director. MAE in Rochester The Master of Arts in Education program is also offered at our campus in Rochester, MN. Classes primarily meet weekday evenings and summer at Bethel Lutheran Church in Rochester. Academic Policies Thesis Completion Some students may wish to complete a thesis. Theses may include traditional research projects, academic journal manuscripts/submissions, original creative projects across media (visual, audio, performance). Students who wish to complete a thesis for the MAE will go through the following process: 1. Identify a thesis advisor (and secure two additional faculty committee members) and draft a problem statement within their first 12 credit hours. a. Problem Statement Form b. Committee Recommendation Form 2. Enroll in concentration/elective coursework based on guidance from thesis advisor 3. Enroll in Thesis Hours (3 CH) at the end of the program. This counts against Elective Coursework. 4. Thesis Defense - Results in Pass/No Pass for Thesis Hours. Cumulative GPA Requirement To complete the MAT or MAE programs, students must maintain a 3.0 or better Augsburg cumulative GPA. Graduation and Licensure/ Endorsement Requirements A minimum GPA of 3.00 overall and grades of P in student teaching courses are required for licensure as well as C- or better in all required core, specialty, and education major courses. Dismissal from Licensure and Degree Program Students may be dismissed from the MAT program prior to and during student teaching for failure to maintain appropriate academic and teaching-based performance standards, for gross violation of university policy, and/or for conduct in violation of professional ethics. Dismissal occurs within the context of established department procedures described in the MAT/MAE Handbook. Students have the right to appeal dismissal from the program on the grounds of procedural error, using the university’s program dismissal appeals process. Information about the program dismissal appeals process is available in the Augsburg Student Guide. Students who fail to complete the MAT program may have the option to finish their graduate degree in the MAE program (without a license). Readmission and Withdrawal Students in good standing who fail to register for courses for two terms (not including summer) are automatically withdrawn from the MAT program. To be readmitted to the university and the MAT program, students file a Readmission form through the Registrar’s Office. Field Experience Some education coursework requires field experience. Courses with field experience contain a minimum requirement of 20 hours spent in a classroom or other relevant learning environment. If you are a teacher seeking a second license, you 52 may be able to complete your field experience in your own classroom. If more than one course with field experience is taken in a given term, field experience requirements expand accordingly (i.e., two courses with 20 hours of field experience each require a total of 40 hours). Students who are not seeking a second license may be able to petition to waive or modify the field experience requirement in a course to better suit the needs and interest of the student. Consult the petition process found in the Academic Policies below. Program Costs In addition to tuition, students in this program can expect to pay a data maintenance fee upon admission to the department, as well as liability insurance at the student rate during student teaching and the cost of a background check for licensure and, possibly, field experience. In addition, optional international travel courses have associated costs above and beyond the charge for tuition. Licensure Tests Students seeking a second license through Augsburg must take and pass all tests required by the state of Minnesota for licensure. These include tests in pedagogy and content area knowledge. Program Petition Process A student may petition to amend program requirements by written petition to the Graduate Program Director. Please note that changes to state licensure requirements cannot be granted. Please consult the MAT/MAE handbook for information regarding the petition process. Accreditation and Approvals Augsburg University Teacher Education programs are approved by: ● Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) Augsburg University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Credit Most MAE graduate level courses are offered for 3 semester credits. Each course is comprised of 37.5 instructional hours with the expectation of about 75 hours of independent study outside of class. Schedule of Classes The majority of the education courses in the MAE program are offered on weekday evenings. Courses typically meet face to face every other week with online instruction during the alternate weeks. A few education courses and many undergraduate content area courses are offered in a face to face, classroom based format, meeting weekly in the evenings. Summer session courses are offered primarily on weekday evenings. Summer courses are offered in a mix of formats from all online to all face-to-face. Our Faculty Jennifer Diaz, Associate Professor of Education. BS, MS, PhD, University of Wisconsin-Madison. Joseph A. Erickson, Professor of Education. BA, MA, College of St. Thomas; MA, Luther-Northwestern Theological Seminary; PhD, University of Minnesota. Terrance Kwame-Ross, Associate Professor of Education. BAE, National-Louis University; MEd, PhD, University of Minnesota. 53 Audrey Lensmire, Associate Professor of Education. BA, Indiana University; MAT, National Louis University; PhD, University of Minnesota. Rachel M. Lloyd, Associate Professor of Education. BS, Carleton College; MA, PhD, University of Minnesota. Jason Michael Lukasik, Associate Professor of Education and Program Director, MA in Teaching, MA in Education. BA, MEd, PhD. University of Illinois at Chicago. 54 Master of Arts in Leadership MA in Leadership Mission Leadership Development at Augsburg University At the core of the Augsburg Master of Arts in Leadership is a view of leadership as an interactive process between leaders and followers working together to accomplish desired outcomes. The MAL program explores both the nature and practice of leadership in a wide variety of organizational and community settings. To be effective, a leader should possess an understanding of the contexts in which leadership occurs as well as an array of competencies. The program is designed to help individuals formulate and communicate a shared vision, navigate changing environments, understand the impact of cultural competence on leaders and followers, and enhance self-awareness and the capacity to be reflective practitioners. Program Learning Outcomes Graduates should be able to: ● ● ● ● ● ● Identify and analyze multiple theories of leadership in dynamic organizational and community settings; Analyze and navigate complex changing environments in which leaders and followers function; Enhance the capacity to be reflective practitioners; Develop a personal understanding of one’s philosophy of leadership; Articulate an understanding of cultural competence and its impact on effective leadership and followership; and Formulate and communicate a shared vision to inspire achieving desired goals. Curriculum Foundational Courses The study of leadership requires an understanding of 1) a basic body of knowledge in leadership studies, 2) competence in understanding qualitative and quantitative research for the purpose of informing evidence-based practice, and 3) an ability to function and lead in an environment that is diverse and inclusive. To this end, the following three required courses are intended to lay a consistent foundation for the program: ML 505 – Foundations of Leadership Learning Outcome: Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of multiple theories of leadership and their strengths and weaknesses in contexts. ML 514 – Evaluating Empirical Research Learning Outcome: Demonstrate skills in assessing the reliability, validity and value of qualitative and quantitative research. ML 560 – Cultural Competence and Effective Leadership Learning Outcome: Explain different approaches needed for inclusive leadership in diverse contexts. Requisite Courses Choose at least one course from each requisite category: Personal Growth and Interpersonal Dynamics and Organizational and Community Context. Personal Growth and Interpersonal Dynamics Courses in this arena focus on individuals’ self-knowledge and well developed interpersonal skills enable a person to successfully work with a wide range of individuals at varying levels of an organization. Learning Outcomes: Articulate self-knowledge of leadership strengths and weaknesses. Demonstrate interpersonal skills in interactions with peers and instructors that reflect understanding of leader follower dynamics. 55 ML 520 - Self-Identity and Values: Keys to Authentic Leadership ML 538 - Communication Skills for Leadership ML 548 - Coaching and Consulting ML 575 - Constructive Conflict Resolution Or a department-approved substitute Organizational and Community Context Leadership involves an ability to understand the nature of, and respond effectively to, the context of organizations as well as the environment that surrounds them in order to operate effectively. Learning Outcomes: Articulate the key factors of organizational and community contexts and their impact on leadership. Incorporate these contexts in their analysis and evaluation of leaders and leadership. ML 512 - Leadership in the Community ML 531 - Dynamics of Change ML 535 - Organization Theory and Leadership ML 536 - Facilitating Organizational Change Or a department-approved substitute Elective Courses The leadership process involves well developed skills in communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking, as well as increasing students’ self-confidence and risk-taking. Based on their interests and background, students will choose 5 elective courses that focus on their own professional development. Learning Outcomes: Course specific outcomes that link to MA in Leadership model should be on each syllabus. ML 511 - Creativity and the Problem-Solving Process ML 530 - Ethics in Communication ML 545 - Decision Making and Leadership ML 563 - Leadership in a Global Society ML 565 - Women and Leadership ML 574 - Strategic Leadership ML 577 - Universal Responsibility and Leadership: A Central American Experience ML 598 - Independent Study ML 599 - Topics Integrative Course This seminar provides a culminating learning experience for participants in the program who have completed all other degree requirements. Students will deepen their understanding of the major leadership theories, advance their critical analysis skills, and synthesize their comprehension of the nature of leadership, how leadership is known, and how leadership manifests itself in practice. ML 585 - Leadership Capstone: Integrating Theory and Practice MBA/MA in Leadership Dual Degree The dual degree program gives students the benefits of studying business administration and leadership in a coordinated program. This dual degree program leverages Augsburg’s long-standing tradition of graduate leadership training via the Master of Arts (MA) in Leadership with the demand for business education through our Master of Business Administration (MBA) program. This unique credential equips students with the skills to lead and manage an organization, preparing them to thrive in today’s interconnected world. 56 Admission to the Dual Degree Program Applicants apply to a home program—either MA in Leadership or MBA. Once a student is admitted to their home program, the student will have an initial advising meeting and is required to meet with an adviser at least once per year. As the student approaches degree completion in their home program, the student will submit an application for their second degree. The student must be finished with either the MA in Leadership or the MBA before starting the second program. Master of Arts in Leadership Home Primary Program: MA in Leadership 11 courses Students take the following leadership courses to complete the Master of Arts in Leadership degree: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ML 505 - Foundations of Leadership ML 514 - Evaluating Empirical Research ML 560 - Cultural Competence and Effective Leadership Complete one course from requisite category 1: Personal Growth and Interpersonal Dynamics o ML 520 - Self-Identity and Values: Keys to Authentic Leadership o ML 538 - Communication Skills for Leadership o ML 548 - Coaching and Consulting o ML 575 - Constructive Conflict Resolution Complete ML 535 from requisite category 2: Organizational and Community Context o ML 535 - Organization Theory and Leadership Elective courses - select five additional Master of Arts in Leadership electives ML 585 - Leadership Capstone: Integrating Theory and Practice Secondary Program: Master of Business Administration 8 course required; 2 additional courses optional for a concentration area Once a Master of Arts in Leadership degree has been granted, the dual degree student may apply to the MBA program. The student will then take these MBA courses to receive their MBA degree: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● MBA 570 - Quantitative Decision-Making for Managers MBA 571 - Business Analytics MBA 520 - Accounting for Business Managers MBA 510 - Applied Managerial Economics MBA 530 - Managerial Finance MBA 595 - Strategic Management MBA 550 - Marketing Management MBA 580 - Management Consulting Project Concentration Areas (optional; choose one concentration and take both courses) ● ● ● Data Analytics o MBA 572 - Data Programming o MBA 573 - Predictive Analytics Entrepreneurship concentration o MBA 596 - Managing Innovation o MBA 583 - Entrepreneurship: Execution, Planning and Strategy Finance concentration o MBA 535 - International Finance o MBA 532 - Investment Theory and Portfolio Management 57 Master of Business Administration Home 14 courses required Primary Program: Master of Business Administration Students take the following courses to complete the Master of Business Administration degree: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● MBA 592 - Leadership: Ethics, Vision, and Transformation MBA 545 - Organizational Behavior MBA 570 - Quantitative Decision-Making for Managers MBA 540 - Business and Professional Ethics MBA 571 - Business Analytics MBA 520 - Accounting for Business Managers MBA 510 - Applied Managerial Economics MBA 530 - Managerial Finance MBA 595 - Strategic Management MBA 550 - Marketing Management MBA 565 - Managing in a Global Environment MBA 580 - Management Consulting Project Complete one of the following concentrations: o Data Analytics concentration: MBA 572 and MBA 573 o Entrepreneurship concentration: MBA 596 and MBA 583 o Finance concentration: MBA 535 and MBA 532 o Leadership concentration: Two ML electives Secondary Program: MA in Leadership 5-7 courses required Once a Master of Business Administration degree has been granted, the dual degree student may start the MA in Leadership program. The student will then take the ML courses below to receive their Master of Arts in Leadership degree. Note that if the Leadership concentration was completed for the MBA degree, those two courses can be applied toward the MA in Leadership requirements. ● ● ● ● ● ● ML 514 - Evaluating Empirical Research ML 560 - Cultural Competence and Effective Leadership Complete one course from requisite category 1: Personal Growth and Interpersonal Dynamics o ML 520 - Self-Identity and Values: Keys to Authentic Leadership o ML 538 - Communication Skills for Leadership o ML 548 - Coaching and Consulting o ML 575 - Constructive Conflict Resolution Complete one course from requisite category 2: Organizational and Community Context o ML 512 - Leadership in the Community o ML 531 - Dynamics of Change o ML 536 - Facilitating Organizational Change Elective courses - select two Master of Arts in Leadership elective courses ML 585 - Leadership Capstone: Integrating Theory and Practice Earning the dual degree during or after the MBA or MA in Leadership program Currently enrolled MBA or MA in Leadership students, or alumni who wish to return to Augsburg, may add the additional degree to their existing degree by completing the same requirements listed; Director’s approval is required. Returning students must complete an application form. Upon entering the MBA program, online quantitative skills modules are required in five areas and must be completed before beginning the quantitative courses: 58 • • • • • Statistics Excel Spreadsheets Accounting Economics Finance These modules are used as an introduction to, or a review, in order to help enhance the student’s skills and knowledge for the MBA quantitative coursework. The Graduate Certificate in Leadership Studies The certificate program is an attractive option for people who want to develop their leadership skills without undertaking a full degree program. A certificate is awarded after completion of three Augsburg MA in Leadership courses in leadership. Students pursuing this option take ML 505 - Foundations of Leadership and two additional electives. All three courses may count toward an MA in Leadership. No more than one course may be double counted in another Augsburg graduate degree program. Students who previously completed the Augsburg MBA degree are exempted from ML 505. Applicants to the certificate program follow the same admission process as those seeking the Master of Arts degree. Joint BA in Accounting and Master of Arts in Leadership A BA in Accounting and an MA in Leadership 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 MA in Leadership program offers a large number of courses on a Saturday and weeknight schedule. Refer to the MA in Leadership program schedule for the list of courses each year and to the accounting program coordinator for a detailed academic plan. Students should meet with both the MA in Leadership director and an accounting advisor to create an effective plan for successful completion of the five-year program. General Requirements for the Accounting/ MA in Leadership Program Accounting students planning to pursue the five-year degree must apply for admission to the MA in Leadership program at the end of their junior year. The application process includes submission of: ● ● ● ● ● ● Completed application form Two letters of recommendation (one from a professor and one from an employer) Personal statement Example of applicant’s writing in an academic paper GPA of at least 3.30 Interview with the Director of the MA in Leadership 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 MA in Leadership program. For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Admission to the Master of Arts in Leadership or Graduate Certificate in Leadership Studies Admission Requirements Applicants to the program must have: ● Bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited, four-year college or university, or an appropriately certified foreign institution. 59 ● ● Minimum cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 or a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 for graduate courses completed at an accredited college or university. Should an applicant not meet the minimum admission requirements, admission may be possible as decided on a case-by-case basis. Two years of experience (or equivalent) with one or more organizations in a position of leadership or position demonstrating leadership potential is preferred. Application Checklist The following materials must be submitted to the Office of Admissions: ● ● ● ● ● Completed application form A 1-3 page statement relating the applicant’s career and life goals to leadership aspirations Two letters of recommendation preferred Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the regionally-accredited institution granting the Bachelor’s degree and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. Résumé For further information, contact: Office of Admissions, 612-330-1101, gradinfo@augsburg.edu or www.augsburg.edu/mal. Admission as an International Student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students in the Graduate Admissions section. Academic Policies Academic Evaluation No more than two courses with a grade below B- will count toward the degree. No more than two courses with a grade of or below B- can be repeated. However, students must achieve a minimum grade of B- or higher in the MA in Leadership Foundations and Capstone courses – ML 505, ML 514, ML 560, and ML 585. In order to graduate, a student must have a cumulative graduate GPA of 3.00 or above with all required courses and the final projects successfully completed. A student registered for a final course may, with the approval of the program director, be permitted to participate in commencement but will not receive a diploma until all courses are successfully completed. Academic Probation and Dismissal Policies Students must maintain a 3.00 cumulative grade point average. If a student falls below a 3.00 average, the student will be placed on probation for the following term. A 3.00 cumulative grade point average must be restored in order for a student to be removed from probation. If a student receives a grade of N or F in a course, the student must petition successfully with the MA in Leadership director before being allowed to continue in the program. A plan for the student to follow would be outlined at that time. If a second grade of N or F is received, the student may be dismissed from the program. Students may also be dismissed for behavior detrimental to the program, such as a gross violation of university policy (as published in the Student Guide). Dismissal would occur only after established procedures were followed. Class Attendance Policy The nature of leadership development requires interpersonal engagement. Communication and interaction are an important part of the learning process. Interaction that is online as well as face-to-face is central to the Augsburg MA in 60 Leadership. To miss a class in either the classic or hybrid format is to miss a significant portion of the course’s content. Given the limited number of meeting times in both formats, our expectation is that students will be present at all class meetings. In the rare instance of a family or personal emergency, the absence will be handled on a case-by-case basis. Since every student is expected to engage in class discussion, reflection, and group presentation in all classes, not being present in a class will mean that part of the course’s requirements cannot be met. If a student feels they are going to miss a class, they must contact the faculty member prior to the absence to determine if 1) the course should be dropped or 2) it is possible to make up some of the missed material – and if so, how. The final decision will be made by the individual faculty member based on a discussion with the student and the student’s overall performance in the class. MA in Leadership Program Enrollment Policy Students normally take either one or two courses per semester. Enrolling in two courses per semester (including summer semester) enables a student to complete the coursework in the program within two years. Students who are away from classes for one year or longer must complete an Application for Readmission and submit it to the Registrar’s Office. Students who have been out of the program for more than two years may, at the discretion of the program director, be required to take additional courses to refresh their understanding of the field. Accreditation and Affiliation Augsburg is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditation, approvals, and memberships, in the Accreditation, Approvals and Memberships section. Master of Arts in Leadership Faculty Andrew Aoki, Professor of Political Science. BA, University of Oregon; MA, PhD, University of Wisconsin. Thomas Berkas, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BCE, University of Minnesota, PhD University of Minnesota. Joseph A. Erickson, Professor of Education. BA, MA, University of St. Thomas; MA, Luther Seminary; PhD, University of Minnesota. Stephen K. Erickson, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BA, Augsburg University; JD, University of Minnesota. Vice President and Advanced Practitioner, Erickson Mediation Institute. Elaine Eschenbacher, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BA, University of Minnesota, MA, Augsburg University Carolyn Evans, Instructor, Leadership Studies. BA, MA, PhD University of Minnesota. Michael Grewe, Instructor, Leadership Studies. BS, University of Minnesota; MSW, Augsburg University; PhD, University of Minnesota. Lori Brandt Hale, Associate Professor of Religion. BA, University of Iowa; MA, University of Chicago; PhD, University of Virginia. Garry Hesser, Martin Olav 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. Steven Manderscheid, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BS, St. Cloud State University; MS, University of Minnesota; EdD, University of St. Thomas. Chair, Department of Organizational Management, Concordia University. Marilyn S. McKnight Erickson, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BA, Augsburg University; MA, St. Mary's University; President and Advanced Practitioner, Erickson Mediation Institute, Mpls. Deb Mitchell, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BA, Concordia College; MA, Augsburg University, Ed.D. Pepperdine University. 61 Thomas Morgan, Professor Emeritus, Business Administration. BS, Juniata College; MBA, University of Denver; MS, University of Oregon; PhD, University of Minnesota. Norma C. Noonan, Professor Emerita, Political Science and Leadership Studies, former Director of the Center for Leadership Studies and the MA in Leadership Program (1993-2011). BA, University of Pennsylvania; MA, PhD, Indiana University. Diane Pike, Professor Emerita, Sociology. AB, Connecticut College; PhD, Yale University. Joanne Reeck, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BS, MS, University of Minnesota John S. Schmit, Professor of English. BS, St. John’s University; MA, University of New Orleans; PhD, The University of Texas-Austin. Alan Tuchtenhagen (retired), Assistant Professor of Leadership Studies and Director of the Center for Leadership Studies and the MA in Leadership Program. BS, Westmar College; MA, University of Nebraska; DPA, Hamline University. 62 Master of Arts in Nursing A master’s degree in nursing focuses on health in community life and in health care systems, both locally and globally, and supports students to envision new models of care across practice settings. Students select from two tracks of study—Transformational Nursing Leadership or Transcultural Nursing. Both tracks prepare nurse leaders to assume a wide variety of roles and responsibilities throughout the health care system and in emerging care settings in communities. Mission Within the context of liberal arts education and guided by the values of the Lutheran Church, the Master of Arts in Nursing program prepares nurses for transformational leadership and transcultural nursing practice across care settings with particular emphasis on promoting health equity locally and globally. Program Goals Graduates of the Master of Art in Nursing Program are prepared to: ● ● ● Provide a foundation for the practice of transculturally competent nursing by synthesizing, integrating, and applying nursing research and theory in advanced nursing practice and leadership roles. Provide a sound scholarly foundation for transformative advanced nursing practice and leadership and further graduate study. Create and sustain a teaching-learning environment that promotes open scholarly exchange, personal growth, lifelong learning, leadership, and vocation of professional service in a global society. Curriculum The MAN curriculum is organized into 33 semester credits –15 semester credits in a Nursing Core, in which all students enroll, and 18 semester credits in one of the two Tracks of Study. Practica are taken concurrently with most courses and are integrated throughout the program. Each semester credit of practicum is equal to 45 clock hours of practice. Students select a track of study when applying to the program, however, this is not essential until after one’s first semester. Students may study full-time (6-8 credits per semester) or part-time (4 credits per semester). Time to degree completion takes an average 24 months when studying full-time, and 32 months when studying part-time. Nursing Core Courses (15 semester credits) The core nursing courses integrate a strong foundation of social justice incorporating multiple ways of knowing with curricular emphasis on nursing science, art, and theory to guide practice. NUR 500 - Transcultural Health Care (3 semester credits) NUR 500P - Practicum: Transcultural Health Care (1 semester credit) NUR 541 - Politics of Health (3 semester credits) NUR 541P - Practicum: Politics of Health Care (1 semester credit) NUR 505 - Theoretical Foundations for Advanced Nursing Practice (3 semester credits) NUR 505P - Practicum: Theoretical Foundations for Advanced Practice Nursing (1 semester credit) NUR 520 - Research Methods in Nursing (3 semester credits) NUR520P - Practicum: Research Methods in Nursing (1 semester credit, optional) Transformational Nursing Leadership Track (18 semester credits) The Transformational Nursing Leadership track is designed to develop nurse leaders’ ability to critically analyze, articulate, and develop effective strategies to cope with high level health care inequities. Curricular emphasis is on inter-professional collaboration across care settings. Participation in nursing leadership practica in traditional and emerging care settings adds depth and meaning to classroom dialogue. Practica also provide opportunities for students 63 to apply knowledge and gain experience partnering with diverse care providers, populations, and communities to address health inequities in creative and relevant ways. Transformational Nursing Leadership track courses include: NUR 501 - Nursing Leadership in Complex Adaptive Systems (3 semester credits) NUR 501P - Practicum: Nursing Leadership in Complex Adaptive Systems (1 semester credit) NUR 521 - Transformational Nursing Leadership (3 semester credits) NUR 521P - Practicum: Transformational Nursing Leadership (1 semester credit) NUR 523 - Theory, Research, and Practice Seminar (3 semester credits) NUR 523P - Practicum: Theory, Research, and Practice Seminar (2 semester credits) NUR 525 - Graduate Field Project (3 semester credits) NUR 525P - Practicum: Graduate Field Project (2 semester credits) Students graduating from the Transformational Leadership Track of the master’s program are eligible to apply to the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for certification as a Nurse Executive, Advanced and to the Transcultural Nursing Certification Commission (TCNCC) for advanced certification in Transcultural Nursing. Graduate Field Project in Transformational Nursing Leadership Students will fulfill their Master of Arts in Nursing through a final practice-focused project, which serves as the capstone of the master’s program. The last two classes in the curriculum–NUR 523 and NUR 525—emphasize the development and articulation of a graduate field project focused on transformational leadership. Students present their final projects in NUR 525. Transcultural Nursing Track (18 semester credits) The Transcultural Nursing track in the Master of Arts in Nursing program is designed to prepare nurses for advanced practice across care settings in culturally diverse communities. The curriculum is grounded in nursing science, theory-guided practice, and transcultural principles. Emphasis is on reaching out to persons and populations that are underserved by traditional care systems and who exist outside of the social mainstream. As such, the track provides rich alternative learning opportunities for graduate students locally and internationally. Transcultural Nursing track courses include: NUR 532 - Transcultural Healing Practices and Self Care (3 semester credits) NUR 532P – Practicum: Transcultural Healing Practices and Self Care (1 semester credits) NUR 530 - The Power of Ritual and Ceremony for Healing (3 semester credits) NUR 530P – Practicum: The Power of Ritual and Ceremony for Healing (1 semester credits) NUR 523 - Theory, Research, and Practice Seminar (3 semester credits) NUR 523P – Practicum: Theory, Research, and Practice (2 semester credits) NUR 525 - Graduate Field Project (3 semester credits) NUR 525P - Practicum: Graduate Field Project (2 semester credits) Students graduating from the Transcultural Nursing track of the master’s program are eligible to apply to the Transcultural Nursing Certification Commission (TCNCC) for advanced certification in Transcultural Nursing. Graduate Field Project in Transcultural Nursing Students will fulfill their Master of Arts in Nursing through a final practice-focused project, which serves as the capstone of the master’s program. The last two classes in the curriculum—NUR 523 and NUR 525—emphasize the development and articulation of a graduate field project focused on transcultural nursing. Students present their final projects in NUR 525. Practica Practice experience is emphasized in both tracks in the Master of Arts in Nursing program. Students earn 9 semester credits of practicum work that is equal to 405 clock hours of practice—45 clock hours per semester credit hour. Some practica are semi-structured, experiential, and led by faculty and cultural guides familiar with the communities in which the practica occur. Other practica options are student directed. Students are encouraged to immerse themselves in 64 practice settings that serve persons underserved or excluded from mainstream health care, as emphasis in the transcultural track is on cultural diversity and health inequities across healthcare settings. Practica focusing on experiential learning with a transformational nurse leader provides students with the opportunity to gain a greater understanding of organizational dynamics and change through a complexity science paradigm. Augsburg Central Health Commons & the Health Commons in Cedar-Riverside A unique opportunity for students to explore advanced nursing roles and new models and forms of practice is provided by the Augsburg Central Health Commons, and the Health Commons in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood. Both Health Commons are nursing-led drop-in centers dedicated to serving those in need and focused on healthy individuals and communities. People from diverse backgrounds, who have health experiences grounded in wide ranging cultural contexts frequent the Health Commons for health support and reassurance. Service and care are based on respect, relationship, and collaboration that connects health and hope for all participants. Health Commons partners include Central Lutheran Church in downtown Minneapolis, Fairview Health Services, People’s Center, and the East Africa Health Project. Study Abroad and Away The Department of Nursing works closely with cultural guides and nurse mentors in various contexts of care in emerging care settings at home and abroad. The Center for Global Education and Experience is a partner with the Department of Nursing in developing and facilitating study abroad opportunities in Guatemala, Mexico, Namibia, Pine Ridge, SD, and England. A detailed listing of practica and immersion experiences abroad and away can be found at the nursing website (www.augsburg.edu/nursing). For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Admission Requirements Applicants to the Master of Arts in Nursing program must have: ● ● ● ● ● An earned Bachelor’s degree in nursing from a regionally accredited college or university, or an Associate of Science degree in nursing in addition to a non-nursing bachelor’s degree A cumulative GPA of 3.0 in all previous college coursework Experience as a registered nurse A current, unencumbered nursing license A college level statistics course is required for progression in the program, but is not necessary for admission Decisions about admission to the program will be made by the Graduate Nursing Faculty on an individual basis. Admissions are handled throughout the year, with students being admitted at the beginning of the fall (September), spring (January), and summer (May) semesters. Application components: ● ● ● ● A written statement describing professional and educational goals Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the regionally-accredited institution granting the Bachelor’s degree and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. Two letters of recommendation preferred Current resume Admission as an International Student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. For more information, refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students in the Graduate Admissions section. (www.augsburg.edu/grad/international) 65 Academic Policies Evaluation of academic performance in the Master of Arts in Nursing program will be based on letter grades. See detailed information in the Academic Programs and Policies Attendance Policy Class attendance is expected and should be considered a key responsibility, not only to one’s self, but to one’s classmates and the course instructor. Instructors may lower grades if attendance and participation is lacking. Individual syllabi will contain individual instructors’ requirements. Academic Probation and Dismissal Policies Students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average in the MAN program. If a student falls below a 3.0 average, the student will be placed on probation for the following term. A 3.0 cumulative grade point average must be restored in order for a student to be removed from probation. If a student receives a grade of B- or less in a course, the student must petition successfully to the faculty of the Master of Arts in Nursing program before being allowed to continue in the program. A plan for the student to follow would be outlined at that time. If a second grade of B- or less is received, the student may be dismissed from the program. Students may also be dismissed for behavior detrimental to the program, such as a gross violation of university policy as published in the Student Guide. Dismissal would occur only after established procedures were followed. Credit for Prior Education Students may petition the Master of Arts in Nursing faculty for approval of transfer of credit. Transfer credits will be evaluated on an individual basis. The only courses that will be considered for transfer credit are those earned from regionally accredited colleges and universities, whose course content is comparable to course content in the Master of Arts in Nursing program. No more than nine semester credits will be accepted for transfer credit. Schedules for Classes Master’s classes are taught in a hybrid format using zoom technology, synchronous and asynchronous instruction to meet the needs of working adults. Classes typically meet 6 times per semester for 4 hour periods on either a Monday, Tuesday, or Thursday evening from 4:30pm to 8:30pm. Practica are additional to courses. Students enroll in a practicum concurrently with enrollment in the courses. Practica options will vary for each course with choices of either independent practica or faculty-led practica. Accreditation and Affiliations The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Augsburg University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791. Augsburg is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see the listing in the Accreditation Approvals, and Memberships section. Faculty Kathleen Clark, DNP, RN, Associate Professor and Executive Director of the Augsburg Central Health Commons and Health Commons at Cedar-Riverside. Katherine Martin, Phd, CMN, RN, Assistant Professor of Nursing, Co-Director of BSN program. Joyce Miller, DNP, RN, Associate Professor of Nursing, Chair of the Department of Nursing, and Co-Director of BSN program. Deborah Schuhmacher, DNP, RN, Associate Professor of Nursing, Director of Graduate MAN and DNP-TCN programs. 66 Staff Colleen Hagerman, Nursing Programs Coordinator. 67 Doctor of Nursing Practice – Transcultural Nursing (TCN) Leadership Track The Transcultural Nursing Leadership track is a post-masters doctoral degree with an emphasis on transcultural nursing leadership. As a post-master’s program, the DNP-TCN track of study prepares nurses for advanced leadership and practice roles in Transcultural Nursing (TCN). Mission Within the framework of liberal arts education and guided by the values of the Lutheran Church, the post-master’s Doctor of Nursing Practice program, TCN Leadership track of study prepares nurses for advanced transcultural nursing leadership in communities in order to maximize health through peaceful, just, and collaborative actions that uphold and improve human potential across care settings and care systems, with emphasis on eliminating health inequities locally and globally. Program Goals Graduates of the Doctor of Nursing Practice program are prepared to: ● ● ● Negotiate the complexity of multicultural care settings and care systems to eliminate health inequities among populations and communities Challenge conventional knowledge about illness through an ecological approach to social determinants of health Lead change through building coalitions with marginalized people that are based on mutuality and common cause Program Structure The program is structured in a cohort model. One cohort a year will be admitted to begin in the fall term. Students can choose to take full or part-time study. Students taking full-time study take two didactic offerings, two seminars, and a practicum each semester. Students in full-time study can complete the post-master’s DNP-TCN curriculum in 20 months, including completion of the DNP project. Students selecting part-time study take one didactic offering, one seminar, and a practicum each semester. As a part-time student, completion of the program is expected to take 32 months, including completion of the DNP project. The DNP curriculum is organized into 33 semester credits comprised of didactic classes, experiential practica, and seminars, with a DNP project completing the degree. As a practice doctorate, the emphasis is on building leadership and practice skills in knowledge application among diverse population groups. The goal is to improve health and decrease health inequities that lead to unnecessary morbidity and mortality in communities. Students graduating from the DNP-TCN track are eligible to apply to the Transcultural Nursing Certification Commission (TCNCC) for advanced certification in Transcultural Nursing. Didactic A total of six didactic courses (18 semester credits) constitute the DNP program. One didactic course equals three semester credits. The DNP courses (NUR 800 level) are taught in a hybrid format using zoom technology, synchronous and asynchronous instruction to meet the needs of working adults. Synchronous classes typically meet for four or five hours once a month. Practica Practica are organized to give flexibility and individual choice to students to support their increasing independence and depth of practice experience at the doctoral level. Students select practicum experiences that are either structured immersions in a variety of cultural contexts led by nursing faculty or are student initiated and individually directed experiences mentored by nursing faculty. In a 15-week semester, practicum hours are computed as follows: 68 ● ● ● 1 semester credit hour = 2 semester credit hours = 3 semester credit hours = 45 clock hours of practicum time per semester 90 clock hours of practicum time per semester 135 clock hours of practicum time per semester To earn the DNP, students must complete a total of 1,000 practicum hours in their DNP program. Students will be allowed to transfer up to 600 practicum hours from their master’s in nursing into the Augsburg DNP. As such, all students will register for at least nine semester credits of practica in the post-master’s DNP-TCN. An orientation to the DNP program is typically scheduled in September that provides 45 hours of practica. This five day practicum immerses students in ways of knowing of the Lakota people and students spend time at Custer State Park, South Dakota. Study Abroad and Away The Department of Nursing works closely with cultural guides and nurse mentors in various contexts of care in emerging care settings at home and abroad. The Center for Global Education and Experience is a partner with the Department of Nursing in developing and facilitating study abroad opportunities in Guatemala; Mexico; Namibia; Pine Ridge, SD; and England. A detailed listing of practica and immersion experiences abroad and away can be found at the nursing website (www.augsburg.edu/nursing). Seminars Seminars focus on integration of conceptual learning with field practice and developing the student’s particular practice interests. Students are required to participate in a doctoral seminar every semester —fall and spring—until completion of the DNP degree. Cohorts of students who enter the DNP program together usually progress as a group in the seminars in which they enroll each semester, depending on whether they are studying full-time or part-time. The final seminar (NUR 841) culminates in the DNP project presentation and completion of the requirements for the DNP degree. Final DNP Project Final DNP projects must make a significant impact on nursing practice and health outcomes of populations and communities, demonstrate an evidence-based contribution to existing nursing knowledge, and be suitable for presentation or publication in a peer-reviewed venue. Through this scholarly project students demonstrate leadership in synthesizing and applying scientific knowledge to practice challenges in local and/or system wide contexts of care. Students should begin working on their DNP projects in the early stages of the DNP program and continue throughout the program. The student’s scholarly project is planned in collaboration with a major faculty advisor. For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Admission to the DNP-TCN Applicants to the Doctor of Nursing Practice TCN program must have: ● ● ● ● An earned master’s degree in nursing from a regionally-accredited institution A GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 grading scale in master’s in nursing program A current unencumbered RN license to practice in the US. Evidence of a completed graduate research course Decisions about admission to the program will be made on an individual basis. Selection of candidates will be made on the basis of an evaluation of the following items for each applicant: ● ● ● ● A 2-3 page professional essay responding to an excerpt from Wendell Berry’s essay, “Health is Membership.” Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from each regionally-accredited institution where a degree was earned, as well as from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. Three professional references Personal interview with Augsburg Nursing faculty 69 The number of applicants admitted to the DNP program will be based on availability of faculty members to assist with student’s scholarly projects. Meeting the minimum admission criteria does not ensure that an applicant will be admitted to the program. In addition to the requirements noted in the international student admissions section, applicants who have graduated from a foreign nursing program may request the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS) (www.cgfns.org) to forward their educational credentials report to the Minnesota State Board of Nursing. Once their credentials are verified, applicants must apply for licensure and demonstrate successful passing of the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). See Graduate Admissions for more information. (www.augsburg.edu/grad/international) Academic Policies Evaluation of academic performance in the DNP program will be based on letter grades. See detailed information in the Academic Programs and Policies. Attendance Policy Class attendance is expected and should be considered a key responsibility, not only to one’s self, but to one’s classmates and the course instructor. Instructors may lower grades if attendance and participation is lacking. Individual syllabi will contain individual instructors’ requirements. Academic Probation and Dismissal Policies Students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average in the DNP program. If a student falls below a 3.0 average, the student will be placed on probation for the following term. A 3.0 cumulative grade point average must be restored in order for a student to be removed from probation. If a student receives a grade of B- or less in a course, the student must petition successfully to the faculty of the DNP program before being allowed to continue in the program. A plan for the student to follow would be outlined at that time. If a second grade of B- or less is received, the student may be dismissed from the program. Students may also be dismissed for behavior detrimental to the program, such as a gross violation of university policy as published in the Student Guide. Dismissal would occur only after established procedures were followed. Accreditation The Doctor of Nursing Practice program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791. Augsburg is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see the listing in the Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships section. Faculty Kathleen Clark, DNP, RN, Associate Professor and Executive Director of the Augsburg Central Health Commons and the Health Commons at Cedar-Riverside. Katherine Martin, Phd, CMN, RN, Assistant Professor of Nursing, Co-director of BSN program. Joyce Miller, DNP, RN, Associate Professor of Nursing, Chair of the Department of Nursing, and Co-director of the BSN Program. Deborah Schuhmacher, DNP, RN, Associate Professor of Nursing, Director of Graduate MAN and DNP-TCN Programs. Staff Colleen Hagerman, Nursing Programs Coordinator. 70 Doctor of Nursing Practice – Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Track The Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner is a post-BSN Doctor of Nursing Practice program focused on the primary care of families. The curriculum emphasizes knowledge, skills and values that foster one’s ability to lead change, while addressing health needs and concerns of families and communities. Nursing scholarship and advanced autonomous practice as a primary care Nurse Practitioner, frames the critical exploration of knowledge in transcultural nursing, integrative healthcare practices, transformational leadership, and health assessment. Mission Within the framework of liberal arts education and guided by the values of the Lutheran Church, the post-BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) to DNP/FNP track of study prepares nurses for advanced nursing leadership and integrative primary care of families across cultures and care settings. Emphasis is on eliminating health inequities through peaceful, just, and collaborative actions that uphold and improve human potential. Program Goals Graduates of the Doctor of Nursing Practice/Family Nurse Practitioner program are prepared to: ● ● ● ● ● Negotiate the complexity of multicultural care settings and care systems to eliminate health inequities among populations and communities. Challenge conventional knowledge about illness through an ecological approach to social determinants of health. Lead change through building coalitions with marginalized people that are based on mutuality and common cause. Provide primary care to persons, families and communities with particular consideration for those who are underserved and/or marginalized by dominant societal structures. Integrate scientific evidence based guidelines into clinical practice. Program Structure The program is structured to admit students beginning each fall semester. Students take courses on a full-time basis during the completion of their 500 level courses, pre-FNP 800 level courses, and during the didactic and clinical courses in the FNP program. Length of program: The Post-BSN to DNP/FNP track of study leads to eligibility for certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and requires a minimum of 84 semester credit hours, including 53 didactic credit hours, 4 seminar credits, and 24 clinical credit hours. Didactic A total of 19 didactic courses (53 semester credits) constitute the DNP/FNP program. Didactic classes, seminars, clinical skills labs, structured practica, and clinical experiences are taught in a variety of flexible schedules that are responsive to student needs. 500-level courses consist of six hybrid, synchronous and asynchronous classes a semester - four hours of class time, using zoom technology. In addition to the didactic course, students take a one credit practicum course associated with the didactic course. The DNP courses (NUR 800 level during 2nd year of study), are taught in a variety of synchronous and asynchronous modalities with varying times of four to eight hours. One course is offered in an immersion format of four days of class per semester. The FNP courses (final two years of study) are offered primarily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday, approximately six times a semester for four to five hours in a hybrid format, using zoom technology, synchronous and asynchronous as well as some face to face classes. Class time hours will vary. Class attendance is expected and should be considered a key responsibility, not only to one’s self, but to one’s classmates and the course instructor. Classes are held on Augsburg’s campus in Minneapolis and/or in Rochester, MN, at Bethel Lutheran Church (810 3rd Ave SE) , the location of Augsburg’s learning site. Students must be prepared to drive to Minneapolis or Rochester for classes. If weather is inclement, Zoom technology is used. 71 Practica (for DNP courses) / Clinicals (for FNP courses) To earn the DNP-FNP, a student must complete a total of 1080 practicum hours. This includes 360 practica hours for the DNP portion and 675 hours for the clinical portion. Practica are organized to give flexibility and individual choice to students to support their increasing independence and depth of practice experience at the doctoral level. Students select practicum experiences that are either structured immersions in a variety of cultural contexts led by nursing faculty or that are student initiated and individually directed experiences mentored by nursing faculty. Students will be allowed to transfer up to 400 practicum hours from their master’s degree in nursing. 675 integrative primary care clinical hours are required. FNP clinical sites will be arranged by clinical faculty. Of the 675 clinical hours: 100 hours focuses on children/women’s health issues, 575 hours focuses on integrative primary care. In a 15-week semester, practicum hours are computed as follows: ● ● ● 1 semester credit hour = 45 clock hours of practicum time per semester 2 semester credit hour = 90 clock hours of practicum time per semester 3 semester credit hour = 135 clock hours of practicum time per semester Required Practica hours = 360 which equals 8 credits Required Clinical hours=675 which equals 15 credits The total credits for practica and clinicals are equal to 23. Seminars Seminars focus on integration of conceptual learning with field practice developing the student’s particular practice interest. Students are required to participate in a total of four one-semester-credit doctoral seminars during the DNP/FNP program. The final seminar culminates in the project presentation and completion of the requirements for the DNP degree. Clinical Skills Labs Four 0.5 credit skills labs are scheduled throughout the program to teach hand-on skills to students. These clinical skills labs focus on Women’s Health, HEENT, Musculoskeletal, and Dermatology and Suturing. Study Abroad and Away The Department of Nursing works closely with cultural guides and nurse mentors in various contexts of care in emerging care settings at home and abroad. The Center for Global Education and Experience is a partner with the Department of Nursing in developing and facilitating study abroad opportunities in Guatemala, Mexico, Namibia, Pine Ridge, SD, and England. A detailed listing of practica and immersion experiences abroad and away can be found at the nursing website (www.augsburg.edu/nursing). Final DNP/FNP Project Final DNP/FNP projects must make a significant impact on nursing practice and health outcomes of populations and communities, demonstrate an evidence-based contribution to existing nursing knowledge, and be suitable for presentation or publication in a peer-reviewed venue. Through this scholarly project students demonstrate leadership in synthesizing and applying scientific knowledge to practice challenges in local and/or system wide contexts of care. Students should begin working on their DNP/FNP projects in the early stages of the program and continue throughout. The student’s scholarly project is planned in collaboration with a major faculty advisor. For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Admission to the DNP/FNP Applicants to the Doctor of Nursing Practice FNP program must have: 72 ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● An earned baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN or BAN), or a master’s degree in nursing from a nationally accredited institution and a nationally accredited nursing program. A minimum of three years active and current clinical practice as a Registered Nurse. Evidence of current unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse. MN license required. Other state licenses will be required for clinical rotations. Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from each regionally-accredited institution where a degree was earned, as well as from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. GPA of 3.0 from previous baccalaureate nursing program; GPA of 3.2 from previous masters in nursing program or DNP program. Three professional letters of recommendation. A 2-3 page professional essay responding to a posted question on the admission application. Documentation verifying the number of practice hours completed in a nationally accredited graduate nursing program, if applicable. (A maximum of 400 practice hours may be transferred into the DNP/FNP tract of study from a nationally accredited master’s in nursing program.) A current Curriculum Vitae. Personal interview with Augsburg Nursing Faculty. Evidence of a completed undergraduate statistics course on an official transcript before enrolling in the Nursing Research course (NUR520) & the associated practicum (NUR520P). Satisfactory results of a certified federal criminal background check at time of admission and annually thereafter; additional testing may be required for clinical placement, e.g., alcohol, drug testing, HIV testing, etc. The number of applicants admitted to the DNP/FNP program will be limited and based on availability of faculty members that share a student’s practice interests and goals. Meeting the minimum admission criteria does not ensure that an applicant will be admitted to the program. The above Admission Criteria are current at the time of publication and are subject to change. In addition to the requirements noted in the international student admissions section, applicants who have graduated from a foreign nursing program may request the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS) (www.cgfns.org) to forward their educational credentials report to the Minnesota State Board of Nursing. Once their credentials are verified, applicants must apply for licensure and demonstrate successful passing of the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). See Graduate Admissions for more information. (www.augsburg.edu/grad/international) See Graduate Admissions for more information. (www.augsburg.edu/grad/international) Academic Policies Evaluation of academic performance in the DNP program will be based on letter grades. See detailed information in the Academic Programs and Policies Attendance Policy Class attendance is expected and should be considered a key responsibility, not only to one’s self, but to one’s classmates and the course instructor. Instructors may lower grades if attendance and participation is lacking. Individual syllabi will contain individual instructors’ requirements. Academic Probation and Dismissal Policies Students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average in the DNP program. If a student falls below a 3.0 average, the student will be placed on probation for the following term. A 3.0 cumulative grade point average must be restored in order for a student to be removed from probation. If a student receives a grade of a B- or less, the student must petition to the faculty of the DNP program before being allowed to continue in the program. If a second grade of a B- or less is received, the student may be dismissed from the program. 73 Students may also be dismissed for behavior detrimental to the program, such as a gross violation of University policy as published in the Student Guide. Dismissal would occur only after established procedures were followed. Accreditation The Doctor of Nursing Practice program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791. Augsburg is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see the listing in the Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships section. Faculty Kathleen Clark, DNP, RN, Associate Professor and Executive Director of the Augsburg Central Health Commons and the Health Commons at Cedar-Riverside. Michelle Higgins, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, Instructor. Jill Oswald, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, Instructor, Clinical Director of the DNP-FNP Program Katherine Martin, Phd, CMN, RN, Assistant Professor of Nursing, Co-Director of BSN program. Joyce Miller, DNP, RN, Associate Professor of Nursing, Chair of the Department of Nursing, and Co-Director of BSN program. Deborah Schuhmacher, DNP, RN, Associate Professor of Nursing, Director of Graduate MAN and DNP-TCN Programs. Michelle Ullery, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, Instructor, Director of DNP-FNP Program Staff Colleen Hagerman, Nursing Programs Coordinator. Master of Business Administration Embarking on a graduate degree program is an exciting and challenging decision. The Augsburg MBA is an ACBSP accredited program that is a rigorous and rewarding educational experience. The Augsburg MBA is practical and “hands-on,” focusing on applicable skills and knowledge designed to increase your ability to think critically, analyze data, recognize trends and take the appropriate action. The MBA program utilizes 7 different business simulations in order to enhance experiential learning and critical thinking. Toward the end of the program, Augsburg MBA students work on a consulting project for a business organization or social enterprise. Students are divided into groups of four or five and write strategic, business and marketing plans for the organization or entrepreneur. In the past 18 years, students have written plans and made recommendations for facility expansions, new product introductions, and new marketing programs. In the end, the MBA teams present their final recommendations to the CEO and the leadership team. The Augsburg MBA provides students a unique opportunity to investigate business cultures and practices through a faculty-led international experience. Our curriculum integrates the global experience of our faculty and reflects Augsburg’s mission of developing leaders grounded in values, purpose, and vocation. 74 The Augsburg MBA is a proven accelerated cohort-based program focused on three learning modules: Personal and Professional Development, Quantitative Decision Making, and Value Creation, all built on a foundation of ethical decision-making. The students write their own personal development plan focusing on their core strengths, core convictions, personal mission statement, goals for the next five years and an action plan to accomplish those goals. We encourage our students to challenge themselves, their classmates and professors to bring a new and expanded focus of the world through guided reflection and examination. Augsburg MBA students are chosen because they exhibit purpose and direction in their careers and lives, and positive engagement with their community and associates. Our MBA graduates make a difference and are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We invite you to become part of a growing community of Augsburg MBA alumni. George Dierberger, Ed.D. Director, Master of Business Administration Program MBA Mission - “Prepare Students for Meaningful Work” Our mission is to prepare students for meaningful work by developing their decision-making skills, critical thinking and by transforming them into effective managers and leaders in service to others. The program aspires to provide an outstanding student-centered education that produces graduates who are critically astute, technically proficient, and who understand the moral and ethical consequences of their decisions for their organization and the world. Accreditation The Augsburg MBA is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). Augsburg is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see the listing in the Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships section. MBA Program Overview Today’s business leader must be able to quickly analyze situations and information and critically analyze alternatives and courses of action. The purpose of the Augsburg MBA is to prepare students to accept greater responsibility in organizations facing this dynamic , highly competitive global economy. The curriculum has been designed to teach students the ability to analyze data, think critically, and apply innovative solutions to complex problems. Quality, individual initiative, ethics, and teamwork are hallmarks of the Augsburg MBA. We have a commitment to continually improve students’ experiences and learning in the program. Our faculty is uniquely qualified to bridge theory and real-world application, giving MBA students opportunities to acquire skills and knowledge in a variety of disciplines. Plan of Study The Augsburg MBA is an accelerated, evening program that allows working professionals to complete an MBA degree in approximately 26 months. This is accomplished by using a cohort model in which students follow a predetermined schedule with classes meeting one night a week. Students in a cohort program model stay together as a group through the sequence of classes for the duration of the program. This provides a continuous, collaborative learning process. The cohort environment fosters a cohesive learning community where students learn from one another, mentor each other, and develop their own career development plan based on a series of self-assessments. You’ll share diverse professional expertise and experience as you work in teams on projects, case studies, presentations, and Harvard Business Review simulations, both inside and outside of class. Working both individually and in small groups enables you to enhance your strengths, build your skills, expand your business acumen, and improve your decision-making. Together as a community, you’ll build personal, social, and academic abilities. MBA students 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. 75 Credit for Prior Learning Up to nine credits (three courses) may be waived through prior business coursework that is comparable to the course curriculum and from an accredited business school (with director/faculty approval) or certain professional credentials (with appropriate documentation). Consult the MBA program office for details. Students who have passed the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) or Certified Management Accountants (CMA) exam may be waived from MBA 520, Accounting for Managers. Students with prior academic coursework that meets the following criteria may be waived from eligible core courses. ● Course(s) must be taken at an approved, regionally-accredited institution. ● Acceptance of core course waivers implies the student accepts the responsibility for having the essential knowledge and understanding of the core course material, and is properly prepared for any future core or elective course for which the waived course was a prerequisite. Academic credit is not awarded for any waived course, nor will the course appear on academic transcripts. Academic Calendar The Augsburg MBA is a year-round program. Courses are offered during fall, spring, and summer semesters. Courses are offered consecutively during each term so students are able to concentrate on one subject at a time. The program is designed to have students take at least two courses per term. Official academic calendars and the MBA registration policies can be found at www.augsburg.edu/registrar. The unique cohort model of the Augsburg MBA requires individual schedules for each cohort. These schedules are provided by the MBA department. The Faculty-Led International Experience Each year, all current MBA students are offered the opportunity to participate in a faculty-led international experience. This trip is taken in conjunction with either MBA 565 - Managing in a Global Environment or MBA 595 - Strategic Management. Students will travel as a group to an international location, visit businesses, participate in faculty lectures, and learn about the culture and traditions of the countries visited. Each MBA student will have two opportunities during their matriculation in the program to participate. Costs can vary; but as a minimum, trips normally include tuition (for the course selected), lodging, and travel in-country, as well as some meals. We have visited Germany, France, Poland, England, Ireland, Italy, Chile, Argentina and Brazil. Program Requirements The Augsburg MBA requires 42 semester credits for degree completion. Augsburg MBA courses are three semester credits each. Each three semester credit course consists of 28-32 hours of in-class instruction and 5 ½ - 9 ½ hours of online instruction per week through a web-based electronic course management system. A total of 14 courses are required for the Augsburg MBA. There are 12 core courses and 2 elective/concentration courses. MBA Program Sequence Semester 1: MBA 592 - Leadership: Ethics, Vision and Transformation MBA 545 - Organizational Behavior Semester 2: MBA 540 - Business and Professional Ethics MBA 570 - Quantitative Decision-Making for Managers Semester 3: MBA 571 - Business Analytics MBA 520 - Accounting for Business Managers Semester 4: MBA 530 - Managerial Finance 76 MBA 510 - Applied Managerial Economics Semester 5: MBA 550 - Marketing Management MBA 595 - Strategic Management Semester 6: MBA 565 - Managing in a Global Environment MBA 580 - Management Consulting Project Concentration Course 1 Semester 7: Concentration Course 2 Electives Students are required to complete a concentration in either Finance, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, or Data Analytics. Data Analytics Concentration MBA 572 - Data Programming MBA 573 - Predictive Analytics Finance Concentration MBA 532 - Investment Theory and Portfolio Management MBA 535 - International Finance Leadership Concentration Any two MAL electives from the Master of Arts in Leadership program Entrepreneurship Concentration MBA 596 - Managing Innovation MBA 583 - Entrepreneurship: Execution, Planning & Strategy The entrepreneurship concentration teaches students how to perform the due diligence in developing and turning a business idea into reality by assessing the risks before product development. Our students learn how to collaborate and iterate in approaching the market opportunity and potential solution. Student Learning Experience Student Learning Experiences are meant to integrate the material from the three modules: Personal & Professional Development (SLE 1), Quantitative Analysis & Decision Making (SLE 2), and Value Creation (SLE 3). SLE 1 is embedded in MBA 540 Business Ethics, MBA 545 Organizational Behavior, and MBA 592 Leadership: Ethics, Vision and Transformation. SLE 2 is embedded across the MBA curriculum and includes a global business simulation in the MBA 595 Strategic Management course. SLE 3 is a single course, the MBA 580 Management Consulting Project. MBA/ MA in Leadership Dual Degree Augsburg offers a coordinated program for students interested in both the Master of Business Administration and Master of Arts in Leadership degrees. See the Master of Arts in Leadership section of this catalog for program details. For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Locations and Schedules MBA classes are offered at two locations: Augsburg’s Minneapolis campus and Augsburg’s Rochester campus. Cohorts begin three times per academic year at Augsburg’s Minneapolis campus: September, January, and May. In Rochester, cohorts begin in September and May. Due to Covid-19, our classes have been held via synchronous video conferencing during the normal class hours. 77 Orientation for new cohorts is generally scheduled one to two weeks in advance of the beginning of classes. For more information on class schedules, go to www.augsburg.edu/mba or call the Office of Admissions at 612-330-1101. Admission to the Augsburg MBA Program Admission Requirements Applicants to the MBA program must have: ● ● Bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited four-year institution or an appropriately certified foreign institution Minimum of two years of relevant work experience is preferred Admission checklist The following materials must be submitted to the Office of Admissions: ● ● ● ● ● ● Completed application—Apply online at www.augsburg.edu/mba Two personal statements Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the regionally-accredited institution granting the Bachelor’s degree and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. Current résumé of work history Two confidential letters of recommendation preferred but not required MBA Math (optional for admission based on past experience; passing score required for the quantitative courses) Admission as an International Student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students in the Graduate Admissions section. Admission as a Transfer Student Students may apply to Augsburg as a transfer student. Transfer students follow the same procedure as new applicants. Transfer students may receive up to 9 semester credits in transfer. (See Evaluation of Transfer Credit in Academic Programs and Policies.) Students must complete no fewer than 21 semester credits at Augsburg in order to receive their MBA degree from Augsburg University. All students must complete the Management Consulting project (MBA 580) to graduate. Eligible coursework must be approved by the MBA program director before transfer credit will be granted. Academic Policies MBA Program Enrollment Policy Students are strongly encouraged to remain in their cohort and complete their MBA program as scheduled. Adjustments or modifications to the MBA schedule require the approval of the MBA program director. All students are required to complete all components of the program within five years of matriculation. Extensions beyond five years will be considered on the basis of petition to the MBA director. Students who leave the program for more than one semester must request a leave of absence in writing from the MBA program. A leave of absence may be granted for one calendar year. Students who return to the program after a leave of one year or more must fill out an 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. 78 Academic Evaluation The grading scale used for the evaluation of academic performance in the MBA program is an A-F scale. For complete information on grading and evaluation, see Academic Programs and Policies. Withdrawal from Class For information regarding the last date on which students may withdraw from a class and receive a “W” on their records, refer to the academic calendar at www.augsburg.edu/registrar. Attendance Policies Student attendance at scheduled class meetings is a priority and required. However, MBA faculty understand that MBA students are working adults with significant responsibilities who, on occasion, face unforeseen situations that may interfere with attendance. Students should notify the faculty member teaching the course as soon as possible. When the student knows in advance of a class date where a potential conflict exists, they must discuss the proposed missed class with the faculty member prior to the date of the class. Students are responsible for the work covered during that class session and for making appropriate arrangements for obtaining handouts, lecture content, or other materials. Faculty members may assign appropriate independent work to insure that the student understands the material covered during the class session. If appropriate and acceptable coordination is carried out by the student, there need not be any grade reduction for a single missed class session. This may be dependent on assignments due on the date of the missed class; e.g., final project presentations or team presentations. Point/grade reductions for unexcused absences are the prerogative of the faculty. Two missed class sessions, excused or unexcused, may be grounds for directing the student to withdraw from the course. More than two absences, excused or unexcused, require that a student withdraw from the class. Degree Requirements To be conferred the MBA degree, students must achieve the following: ● ● ● Passing score on all modules of MBA math (http://mbamath.com/). MBA math contains modules in accounting, economics, finance, statistics, and spreadsheets (unless waived by the MBA Director) Successful completion of MBA courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher at the completion of the program No more than two courses with a grade of B- MBA Faculty Jeanne M. Boeh, Professor of Economics. BS, MA, PhD, University of Illinois. George Dierberger, Associate Professor of Business Administration. BS, University of Minnesota; MA, International Studies, University of St. Thomas; MBA, Fairleigh Dickinson University; Ed.D, Organization Development, University of St Thomas. Cory Erickson, Instructor. BA, Ambassador University; MBA, Carlson School of Management, University of Minnesota. Marc Isaacson, Assistant Professor of Business Administration. BA, St. Olaf College; MS, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Phyllis Kapetanakis, Associate Professor of Business Administration. BA, BS, Creighton University; MT, Arizona State University. Ibrahim Keita, Instructor. BS, Arizona State University; MA, Duke University; PhD, University of Minnesota. Marc McIntosh, Associate Professor of Business Administration. BS, DePaul University; MBA, Harvard University; DBA, Argosy University. 79 Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing MFA Mission The Master in Fine Arts in Creative Writing program broadens and deepens the artistic sensibilities of the student writers, creating a close-knit community with fellow writers within and outside of the program. Students receive individual attention from accomplished and forward-thinking faculty who help them prepare themselves for the future of creative writing. Program Overview The MFA at Augsburg University is designed to accommodate writers who work full-time, live outside of Minnesota, or simply desire the flexibility of a low-residency experience. This two-year program offers one-on-one work with mentors throughout the year, features an annual ten-day summer residency, and provides the opportunity to join a lifelong community of writers. Genres ● ● ● ● ● Creative Nonfiction Fiction Playwriting Poetry Screenwriting Concentrations ● ● Teaching Publishing Features ● ● ● ● ● Two-year program Annual summer residency Online classrooms One-on-one mentor work Student to mentor ratio of 5:1 Summer Residency Begin the program with a ten-day summer residency in the Twin Cities, participating in daily workshops, readings, and mini-courses that focus on literary craft as well as career skills in teaching, editing, publishing, book arts, and advertising. The program includes three summer residencies. Fall and Spring Semesters Online The first and second residencies are each followed by two off-campus semesters of work with faculty mentors in virtual classrooms that make use of online and other technologies. Each semester, MFA candidates enroll in a Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading course, during which a faculty mentor guides the student’s production of work and study of craft. In addition, students enroll in a craft paper course during their third off-campus semester and a thesis course in the fourth. Cross-genre work is allowed and encouraged. Traditional Plan of Study Augsburg’s Traditional MFA in Creative Writing program can be completed in nine courses (46 credits) over two years by taking the three summer residencies, four long-distance mentorship and reading courses (fall and spring semesters), a craft paper course, and a thesis course. 80 ● ● ● First Year o Summer Residency I (6 credits), held for ten days in the Twin Cities, includes a workshop in the student’s declared genre, as well as readings and lectures. To earn credit for the residency, students must complete reading and writing assignments in the weeks before and after the residency (Summer Term 2). o Fall Semester I (6 credits), Mentorship and Creative and Critical Reading course. This work is conducted remotely, via computer, phone, and/or mail. Students work closely with their mentor and other writers in their declared genre. o Spring Semester I (6 credits), Mentorship and Creative and Critical Reading course — this time in a genre outside the student’s chosen area of specialization. This work is conducted remotely, via computer, phone, and/or mail. Second Year o Summer Residency II (6 credits), held for ten days in the Twin Cities, and including a workshop in the declared genre, as well as readings and lectures. To earn credit for the residency, students must complete reading and writing assignments in the weeks before and after the residency. o Fall Semester II, Mentorship and Creative and Critical Reading course (6 credits) and a Craft Paper course (2 credits) in which students complete a craft paper examining some aspect of writing. This work is conducted remotely, via computer, phone, and/or mail. o Spring Semester II, Mentorship and Creative and Critical Reading course (6 credits) and a Thesis course (2 credits) in which students complete their thesis. This work is conducted remotely, via computer, phone, and/or mail. Third Summer o Summer Residency III (6 credits), held for ten days in the Twin Cities, and including a workshop in the declared genre, as well as readings and lectures. Graduating students give a public craft talk and a reading from their thesis (students should prepare for this work during their second year). To earn credit for the residency, students must complete reading and writing assignments in the weeks before and after the residency. Optional Courses of Study ● Extended Study. Designed for students who wish to prolong their studies in a single genre, this option has students completing at least five mentored and reading semesters instead of the standard four. At least four of these semesters should be used to study the student’s declared genre. ● Mixed Genre. Designed for students who want to more deeply immerse themselves in a secondary genre, this option has students completing at least five mentored and reading semesters, including three in the student’s primary declared genre and at least two in a different genre. ● Post-MFA. Designed for students who already have an MFA, this option allows students to drop into the program for a single residency or semester of study — or longer. Students seeking this option should contact the program director, as the director’s approval is required. ● Career Concentration Option. Designed for students who wish to better prepare themselves for the job market, this option allows students to enroll in electives in teaching, and/or publishing. This work is usually completed alongside a traditional or extended/mixed genre course of study. The career concentration courses are also available as post-MFA studies. Career concentrations includes: o Teaching Practice and Theory - The Concentration in Teaching is a one-semester program (4 credits) combining practical and theoretical pedagogy to better prepare students who intend to teach. Students work with accomplished writing faculty as they consider curriculum and syllabi development. Students gain teaching experience by completing an internship in the teaching of writing. Prerequisite: teaching practice and theory seminars during summer residencies. o Publishing: Howling Bird Press Book Prize - The Concentration in Publishing is a two-semester experience (8 credits total) designed to introduce students to various aspects of the trade, including acquisition, editing, graphic design production, marketing and distribution. Each year, students work with experienced faculty to select and publish the winner of the Augsburg Howling Bird national competition. During the second semester, students work as the staff and editors of Howling Bird Press; in exchange for this workload, students pay a registration fee rather than full tuition for the semester. Prerequisite: seminars in publishing during summer residencies. 81 Course Listing ENL 531 - Residency in Creative Writing: Fiction ENL 532 - Residency in Creative Writing: Nonfiction ENL 533 - Residency in Creative Writing: Poetry ENL 534 - Residency in Creative Writing: Screenwriting ENL 535 - Residency in Creative Writing: Playwriting ENL 536 - Residency in Creative Writing: Multi-Genre ENL 541 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Fiction ENL 542 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Nonfiction ENL 543 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Poetry ENL 544 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Screenwriting ENL 545 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Playwriting ENL 546 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Multi-Genre ENL 547 - Craft Paper: Fiction ENL 548 - Craft Paper: Nonfiction ENL 549 - Craft Paper: Poetry ENL 550 - Craft Paper: Screenwriting ENL 551 - Craft Paper: Playwriting ENL 552 - Craft Paper: Multi-Genre ENL 553 - Thesis: Fiction ENL 554 - Thesis: Nonfiction ENL 555 - Thesis: Poetry ENL 556 - Thesis: Screenwriting ENL 557 - Thesis: Playwriting ENL 558 - Thesis: Multi-Genre ENL 559 - Thesis ENL 560 - Craft Paper ENL 561 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Fiction ENL 562 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Nonfiction ENL 563 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Poetry ENL 564 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Screenwriting ENL 565 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Playwriting ENL 566 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Multi-Genre Concentration Courses: ENL 525 - Teaching Writing: Practice and Theory ENL 527 - Publishing I ENL 528 - Publishing II For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Admission to MFA Admission Requirements Qualified applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited college or university, or an appropriately certified foreign institution, with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher for all undergraduate coursework. Students with a GPA of 2.5-3.0 may be admitted conditionally into the program based on the strength of their writing samples. Applications Must Include ● Completed online application ● One letter of recommendation preferred ● A personal essay 82 ● ● Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the regionally-accredited institution granting the bachelor’s degree and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. A writing sample (page counts are meant to provide guidance but are not a requirement): o Fiction or Creative Non-Fiction, 20 pages, double-spaced o Poetry, 15-20 pages, single-spaced o Screenwriting or Playwriting, up to 30 pages in script/playwriting format Admission as an International Student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students in the Graduate Admissions section. Academic Policies Credit To earn the MFA, candidates must complete 46 semester credits, write a critical/creative paper, deliver a public lecture/presentation, give a public reading/staging, and complete a book length manuscript of publishable quality (fiction, nonfiction and poetry), a screenplay/calling card script (screenwriting), or a full-length play of producible quality (playwriting). The residencies and the combined mentorship and critical and creative reading courses carry six credits each. Craft paper and thesis courses carry two credits each. To include a concentration in Teaching in the MFA, students must complete 10 courses or 50 credits. For the MFA with a concentration in Publishing, students must complete 11 courses or 54 credits. Transfer Augsburg’s low-residency MFA includes in-person and online elements that help us maintain a strong community and create a culture in which our writers thrive. This studio degree is the terminal degree in writing and because of the unique features of a terminal, low-residency, studio degree, the final decision on transfer credit will depend on review by the Augsburg University MFA Program. A maximum of eight semester credits from traditional residency MFA programs and from MA programs in creative writing or English literature may be accepted. The MFA Program Director will review and may offer up to four additional credits in transfer for equivalent residency or workshop experience completed in another program. The maximum transfer credits allowed is 12 credits. Academic Evaluation Grading The MFA Program uses fine arts studio grading practices, formative in nature and designed to be an element of the teaching curriculum. A narrative transcript composed of comments on those elements that the particular student writer is working on during a particular term will be used to assess progress in the mentorship courses. These are formative and qualitative assessment elements and professors’ responses will vary as professor/artists and student/artists approach student work with the student’s individual artistic aims in mind. In addition to the fine arts formative and qualitative assessment, students will be assessed in light of their success in meeting learning objectives of the course while completing work assigned. 83 MFA in Creative Writing Courses are graded on a Pass/No Credit basis, using the Augsburg graduate grading model scale as described below: P – Represents work at B or higher and meets acceptable standards. N – No credit, not counted in grade point average. Alignment of Course Outcomes MFA courses are aligned with the Program Hallmarks of the Association of Writers and Writing Programs (AWP), the national professional organization for writing programs and the writers who teach in those programs. Participation Students are expected to fully participate in Summer Residencies, attending workshop sessions and scheduled meetings with mentors as well as a majority of readings, lectures and other scheduled sessions. Participation in off-campus coursework is expected to occur during the designated time for each Mentorship studio critique session and “time away” for creative work. Students are also expected to take part in synchronous and asynchronous sessions with mentors and demonstrate “presence” in the Creative and Critical Reading courses through regularly scheduled exchanges with faculty and peers. Academic Honesty Augsburg’s high expectations for academic honesty will be applied to this class. Please refer to the Student Guide at inside.augsburg.edu/studentaffairs/studentguide/academic-honest-policies if you have any questions. Affiliation The Augsburg University MFA Program is a member of the Association of Writers and Writing Programs (AWP) and curriculum is based on the AWP Hallmarks of an Effective Low Residency MFA Program in Creative Writing. Mentor Faculty James Cihlar, Publishing Mentor. BA, University of Iowa; MA, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; PhD, University of Nebraska, Lincoln. Stephan Clark, Associate Professor of English, MFA Mentor. BA, University of Southern California; MA, University of California, Davis; PhD, Literature and Creative Writing, the University of Southern California. Alice Cohen, MFA Mentor. BA, Princeton University. MFA, The New School University. Anika Fajardo, MFA Mentor. Bachelor of Science, Education & Spanish, University of Wisconsin-Madison. Master of Library & Information Science, San José State University, San José, CA. Andy Froemke, MFA Mentor. B.S. in Film & Video Production, Montana State University. Michael Kleber-Diggs, MFA Mentor. JD, University of Minnesota. Carson Kreitzer, MFA Mentor. BA, Yale University; MFA, University of Texas, Austin. Sarah Myers, MFA Mentor. BS, Northwestern University; MFA, Playwriting and Drama and Theatre for Youth & Communities; PhD, Performance as Public Practice, the University of Texas, Austin. Kathryn Savage, MFA Mentor. B.A., New School University; MFA, Poetry, University of Minnesota; MFA, Fiction, Bennington College. TyLie Shider, MFA Mentor. BA, Delaware State University; MFA New York University. Lindsay Starck, Associate Professor of English, MFA Mentor. BA, Yale University; MFA, University of Notre Dame; PhD, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. 84 Faculty Associates D.E. Green, Professor Emeritus, English. Academic Writing and Teaching Faculty. BA, Amherst College; MA, PhD, Brown University. Visiting Writers Fiction Lisa Van Orman Hanley, 2019 Ted Thompson, 2018 Kate Bernheimer, 2017 Jacob Appel, 2016 Helene Wecker, 2015 Pam Houston, 2014 Benjamin Percy, 2013, 2020 Creative Nonfiction John Medeiros, 2020 Tessa Fontaine, 2019 Kao Kalia Yang, 2018 Jean Harper, 2017 Greg Breining, 2016 Sue William Silverman, 2013 & 2015 Deborah Blum, 2014 Poetry Danez Smith, 2019 Katelynn Hibbard, 2018 Patricia Smith, 2017 Sean Hill, 2016 Marcie Vogel, 2015 Alex Lemon, 2014 Ed Bok Lee, 2013 Playwriting Stacey Rose, 2019 Andrew Rosendorf, 2018 Harrison Rivers, 2017 Christina Ham, 2016 Carson Kreitzer, 2015 Kristoffer Diaz, 2014 Screenwriting Rebecca Sonnenshine, 2019 Wenona Wilms, 2018 Remy Auberjonois & Kate Nowlin, 2017 Michael Starrbury, 2016 Ken Rance, 2015 Bill Wheeler, 2014 Christina Lazaridi, 2013 85 Administration Stephan Clark, Director Lindsay Starck, Associate Director 86 Master of Music Therapy MMT Mission To prepare students to be leaders in the field, while fostering their passion to serve clients and families, the MMT program offers unique learning opportunities that foster discovery and help students realize their full potential. To engage students in life changing experiences, rich in experiential learning, collaborative in nature, fostering a holistic view of the use of music in health, healing, and well-being. To advance the practice of music therapy by preparing students through a hybrid master’s degree program that is innovative, flexible, and possesses breadth and depth, designed to meet the changing needs of clients and demands in clinical practice. Program Overview Degree requirements The MMT degree program is designed for music therapists who are currently board certified and who wish to continue their education and advance their level of practice. The program is a 36 credit program that includes core music therapy courses designed to advance clinical practice and a wide selection of elective courses to tailor the development of clinical expertise. Core Music Therapy Courses – 24 credits MUS 510 - Advanced Music Therapy Theory (3 credits) MUS 511 - Advanced Music Therapy Practicum (0 credit) MUS 515 - Advanced Music Therapy Clinical Practice I (3 credits) MUS 520 - Advanced Music Therapy Clinical Practice II (3 credits) MUS 525 - Cross-Cultural Awareness in Music Therapy (3 credits) MUS 530 - Music Therapy Ethics (2 credits) MUS 535 - Music Therapy Supervision and Professional Development (2 credits) MUS 540 - Music Therapy Research I (3 credits) MUS 545 - Music Therapy Research II (3 credits) MUS 595 – Thesis or Final Project (2 credits) Music Therapy Electives– 12 credits MUS 550 - Music Psychotherapy (2 credits) MUS 554 - Advanced Music Therapy Clinical Improvisation (3 credits) MUS 555 - Music Therapy, Spirituality and Well-being (2 credits) MUS 560 - Music and Imagery (2 credits) MUS 565 - Advanced Music Therapy with Infants, Children and Family Centered Care (2 credits) MUS 570 - Music, Neurology and Physiology (3 credits) MUS 575 - Music Therapy in Palliative Care (2 credits) MUS 576 - Music Therapy in Trauma Informed Care (3 credits) MUS 580 - Transcultural Music Therapy I (4 credits) (global educational experience) MUS 582 – Transcultural Music Therapy II (4 credits) (global educational experience) MUS 585 - Advanced Music Therapy Group Work (3 credits) MUS 590 - Interdisciplinary Practice & Research Methods in Music Therapy (3 credits) Thesis or Final Project Completion of a thesis or final project is required as a part of the degree program. The thesis and final project are both subject to approval by the academic advisor and program director. ● ● Thesis: A scholarly paper utilizing historical, philosophical, descriptive, experimental or mixed methods research. Manuscript for publication: A scholarly manuscript based on any type of research conducted or clinical case study. 87 ● Final Project: A supervised clinical project that is comprehensive and designed to develop and advance an area of one’s clinical practice. The Equivalency Plus Master of Music Therapy will complete the courses outlined above in addition to any courses needed to accomplish their equivalent status. The Equivalency Plus MMT is designed to be completed in two and a half years. The equivalency courses include the following: MUS 271 - Introduction to Music Therapy (2 credits) MUS 315 - Psychology, Culture, and Community in Music (2 credits) MUS 340 - Music Therapy Methods I (4 credits) MUS 345 - Music Therapy Methods II (4 credits) MUS 374 - Music Therapy Practicum (1 credits) MUS 375 - Music Therapy Practicum (1 credits) BIO 103 - Human Anatomy & Physiology (4 credits) PSY 105 - Principles of Psychology (4 credits) PSY 203 - Lifespan Development (4 credits) PSY 262 - Abnormal Psychology (4 credits) In addition to all the graduate coursework, students must also complete the music therapy internship. MUS 546 - Clinical Music Therapy Internship (2 credits) The Equivalency Plus+ Master of Music Therapy will complete the courses outlined in the previous two sections (MMT and Equivalency Plus), as well as the courses listed below. MUS 113 - Music Theory and Aural Skills I (4 credits) MUS 114 - Music Theory and Aural Skills II (4 credits) MUS 213 - Music Theory and Aural Skills III (4 credits) MUS 214 - Music Theory and Aural Skills IV (4 credits) MUP xxx Primary Lessons (minimum 4 semesters needed) MUE xxx Chamber or Large Ensemble (minimum of 4 semesters needed) MUS 231 History and Literature of Music, Antiquity to 1750 (4 credits) OR music history course from another genre MUS 232 History and Literature of Music, 1750 to Present (4 credits) OR music history course from another genre After completing the graduate coursework, students must also complete the music therapy internship. 180 practicum hours need to be completed prior to the internship. Internship will consist of 1,040 supervised clinical hours to fulfill the requirement. Additionally, proficiency exams on piano, voice, and guitar must be passed prior to starting an internship. MUS 546 - Clinical Music Therapy Internship (2 credits) Plan of Study There are three tracks for the Master of Music Therapy program. The first is for individuals who hold a bachelor’s degree in music therapy and hold board certification as a music therapist (MT-BC). They follow the master of music therapy track (MMT). The second track is for individuals that hold a bachelor’s degree in music. They follow the Equivalency Plus Master of Music Therapy track (E+MMT). The third is for individuals that hold a bachelor’s degree that is not in music, but have a strong music background. They follow the Equivalency Plus+ Master of Music Therapy track (E++MMT). Thesis/Final Project As an institution, Augsburg University honors the decisions of individual departments regarding assessments associated with the awarding of degrees. Given the diversity of our graduate programs at Augsburg University and programs required to adhere to specific accreditation standards, graduate programs are required to develop a comprehensive review process that ensures the integrity and rigor necessary for degree completion and to meet accreditation standards. The comprehensive review (or "examination") in music therapy consists of an oral response to questions regarding 88 course content that covers theory, research, and practice. This review is an aspect of the final oral exam that also includes the defense of the thesis. Thesis/Final Project Requirements The term thesis is used for the research and document required for the master's degree in many departments and programs. Students can opt to complete a thesis or a final project in the MMT program. The thesis and final project follow the same process outlined below. While the thesis includes a research component, the final project maintains the rigor of a thesis project, but does not include the formal research component. 1. Once the research topic has been chosen, the student must submit a project proposal: a written formal statement of the topic and plan of execution for the research. Your academic advisor will let the student know what form the proposal should take. 2. The composition of the committee that will supervise the project should be determined in collaboration with the student and academic advisor. The number of members needed on a project committee may vary depending on areas of expertise, but should include a minimum of three (thesis advisor and two reviewers). The academic advisor will provide final approval of the review committee and thesis topic. 3. Students will provide a 25-30 minute oral presentation of their thesis with their academic advisor, program director, and all reviewers present. Academic advisor, program director, and reviewers will ask questions of the student and then deliberate and vote when the student has been excused. 4. All committee members must approve the thesis. Students submit any final edits to the academic advisor that reviewers have required. When those have been received the final grade for the thesis will be submitted and the student will provide two bound copies of the thesis to the program director. MMT Program Comprehensive Review In the Master of Music Therapy program, the final integrating experience assesses the body of knowledge that has been acquired through a student’s coursework and research. No degree is granted simply as the record of the accumulation of appropriate courses with adequate grades. The form of the final requirement includes either a thesis or final project, but always includes an oral defense. In the oral defense, the examining committee discusses the thesis or final project, and assesses the student's mastery of the several components of the degree course work. Students will demonstrate evidence of their cumulative knowledge from their coursework and thesis/final project. This includes but is not limited to: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Theoretical foundations Assessment and evaluation Music therapy methods and method-variations Sociocultural considerations Reflective and reflexive practice Ethical considerations Evidence-based practice Professional development Research methodologies Admission to MMT ● ● Online Application Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the regionally-accredited institution granting the Bachelor’s degree, or an appropriately certified foreign institution, and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. 89 ● ● ● ● 2 letters of recommendation (can be submitted online through the application-please have your recommenders email addresses when you begin the application). Proof of Board Certification (if applicable) A music assessment (this can be taped or live) of ten to fifteen minutes of your primary instrument(s) and any additional instrument(s) applicant is proficient on Music from any genre can be a part of the music assessment. Essay-(submitted as part of the online application) no longer than three pages. Please note that you can upload your essay directly into the online application. You may also input the names and emails of your recommenders and the system will send them a link to directions and the checklist we request they fill out for you. If not submitted with the online application, materials need to be sent to: Augsburg University Graduate Admissions, CB 65 2211 Riverside Ave S. Minneapolis, MN 55454 or emailed to gradinfo@augsburg.edu For Academic Policies, please see Academic Policies. Accreditation and Affiliation The Master of Music Therapy program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) and approved by the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA). Augsburg University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. MMT Faculty Annie Heiderscheit, Ph.D., MT-BC, LMFT, Associate Professor & Director of Music Therapy Debbie Bates, Ph.D., MT-BC, Instructor Nancy A. Jackson, Ph.D., MT-BC, Instructor Juyoung Lee, Ph.D., MT-BC, RMT, Assistant Professor Lindsay Markworth, MMT, MT-BC, Instructor Dawn McDougal Miller, M.Ed. MT-BC, Instructor Emma Moonier, MS, LPCC, MT-BC, Practicum Coordinator & Instructor 90 Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Mission The mission of the Augsburg PA program is to educate empathic, community-minded, and forward-thinking health care leaders to practice in primary care with a focus on underserved, underrepresented, and marginalized communities. The Augsburg PA program values team-based learning for team-based patient care through connection, inclusion, and innovation. Accreditation The Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC-PA) has granted Accreditation-Continued status to the Augsburg University Physician Assistant Program sponsored by Augsburg University. Accreditation-Continued is an accreditation status granted when a currently accredited program is in compliance with the ARC-PA Standards. Accreditation remains in effect until the program closes or withdraws from the accreditation process or until accreditation is withdrawn for failure to comply with the Standards. The approximate date for the next validation review of the program by the ARC-PA will be 2029 June. The review date is contingent upon continued compliance with the Accreditation Standards and ARC-PA policy. The program’s accreditation history can be viewed on the ARC-PA website at https://www.arc-pa.org/accreditation-history-augsburg-university/ Program Director (Dr. Vanessa Bester, phone 612-330-1660 and/or email besterva@augsburg.edu) Curriculum The Physician Assistant program at Augsburg is approximately 27 months long with studies beginning each year in the summer semester. The program accepts up to 33 students for each new class. Graduates will receive a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies. Approximately 15 months of the program is didactic, or classroom work, including courses in human gross anatomy, pathophysiology, clinical medicine, pharmacotherapy, history and physical exam skills, research, and professional issues. In addition, the clinical practice seminar is a small-group, case-based course that offers the unique opportunity to integrate and apply material from each of the courses to real-world patient cases. There are also hands-on activities that promote the development of practical skills through the use of simulated patients, technical skills workshops and labs. The clinical phase is completed in approximately 12 months. The clinical phase of the program is designed to effectively train students for practice by providing them with rotation experiences in different specialties and a variety of practice settings. To that end, each student will be required to complete rotations outside the metropolitan area. Each student will gain clinical experience in family medicine, pediatrics, women’s health, behavioral health, emergency medicine, internal medicine, surgery, and various specialties. The clinical phase will culminate with a preceptorship that is designed to solidify the student’s skills. Clinical instructors include Physicians, PAs and other health care providers. A student will be required to complete the clinical phase at site(s) determined by the Augsburg PA Program to provide the student with the best educational experience. Clinical rotation sites will be located throughout the state of MN, locations in the 5 state area, and beyond. The Augsburg PA program includes time away from the program at varying times which may or may not differ from the traditional breaks at Augsburg University; these breaks contribute to the overall 27-month length of the program. PA Program Sample Calendar YEAR 1 Summer 91 PA 501 - Human Anatomy and Neuroanatomy PA 503 - Human Pathophysiology Fall PA 511 - History and Physical Exam Skills I PA 521 - Pharmacotherapy I PA 531 - Clinical Medicine I PA 542 - Professional Issues PA 546 - Clinical Practice Seminar I Spring PA 512 - History and Physical Exam Skills II PA 522 - Pharmacotherapy II PA 532 - Clinical Medicine II PA 547 - Clinical Practice Seminar II PA 555 - Research Tools for the Physician Assistant YEAR 2 Summer PA 533 - Clinical Medicine III PA 545 - Clinical Phase Transition Master’s Project course, one of the following*: PA 599 - Directed Study ML 577 - International Experience Clinical Phase (12 Months) Fall (12 credits) Spring (12 credits) Summer (16 credits) PA 600-622 (4-6 credits) Over the course of the clinical year, every student is required to successfully complete 7 core clinical experiences* and additional electives or preceptorships that complement our primary care-focused curriculum. These include: ● Psychiatry and Behavioral Health* ● Emergency Medicine* ● Family Medicine* ● General Surgery* ● Internal Medicine* ● Pediatrics* ● Women’s Health* ● Electives/Preceptorships Examples: urgent care, primary care, cardiology, pulmnonary, orthopeditcis, emergency mediciine, critical care, surgery, transgender care, pediatrics, infectious diseases, internal medicine, dermatology PA 690 - Capstone Course (2 credits) - Required in the last semester of the program. For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. 92 Admission to the PA Program Admission Requirements Complete and current-year admission guidelines can be found on our website at www.augsburg.edu/pa. Admission to any physician assistant program is a highly competitive process. Qualified applicants will have: ● ● ● ● ● Bachelor’s degree (in any major) from a regionally-accredited four-year institution Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 as calculated by CASPA at the time of application Minimum science GPA of 3.0 as calculated by CASPA at the time of application Completed the Augsburg University PA Program Supplemental Application Completed the prerequisite courses listed below Prerequisite Courses To be an eligible applicant for the PA Program, you must have completed the prerequisite courses listed below. These courses must have been completed within 10 years of the year you are applying for admission. The following six (6) prerequisite courses must be completed with grades of B or higher at a regionally accredited two-year or four-year college or university (within the timeline specific to your degree status as defined below). ● ● ● ● ● ● One full course of psychology One full course of physiology* (human/vertebrate/organ) One full course of microbiology* One full course of biochemistry* One full course of statistics One course of medical terminology *Labs are recommended but not required. ● ● ● ● Online prerequisite courses from accredited institutions are also accepted. Prerequisites must have been completed within 10 years of the start date of the program and, in general, must be completed by May 1 of the year of matriculation. The Augsburg PA Program does NOT accept advanced placement (AP credit) or experiential learning in place of required prerequisite courses. GRE, PA-CAT and MCAT are not required for application to this program. Strongly Recommended Highly competitive applicants to the Augsburg PA Program will also have: ● ● ● ● Direct patient care experience. This is the best type of experience to obtain in order to strengthen an application. We recommend at least 2000 hours of paid, direct, hands-on clinical patient care to be competitive in this category. Additional science courses such as anatomy, genetics, immunology, other biology courses, and organic chemistry Demonstration of motivation for the PA profession by formally shadowing a PA or other health care provider. Demonstration of a commitment to, and involvement with, underserved communities PA Program Application Process The Augsburg PA Program has a two-step application process—first applying through CASPA and then through the Augsburg University PA Program supplemental application. The Augsburg PA Program participates in the Centralized Application Service for Physician Assistants (CASPA) which is sponsored by the Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA). All applications to the PA Program for the entering class must be processed through CASPA, following all guidelines and regulations set forth by CASPA. Application forms with detailed instructions can be obtained online at portal.caspaonline.org. Application materials must all be submitted by August 1. 93 Selection Process The Augsburg PA Program is a mission driven program that recruits caring individuals who are dedicated to providing and increasing access to competent health care. The Admissions Committee looks for a balanced application by reviewing key criteria such as a bachelor’s degree, cumulative GPA, science GPA, prerequisite courses, essays and direct patient care experience. Applicants are reviewed holistically for their service to underserved populations, knowledge of the profession, leadership activities, compassion and respect for others, ethics and integrity, personal and professional development, and letters of recommendation. We give preference to applicants who demonstrate a strong match to our mission and who meet any of the following characteristics: ● ● ● ● ● Minnesota residents Augsburg graduates (those who have completed an undergraduate degree) Re-applicants who have improved their science GPA (improved by at least 0.2 after meeting the minimum requirement of 3.0) and/or patient care experience (accrued at least 2000 hours of direct patient care at time of re-application) Military experience (honorably discharged veterans and active military) HRSA economic indicators from CASPA application: ● I am the first generation in my family to attend college (neither my mother nor my father attended college) ● I am from a family that lives in an area that is designated as a Health Professional Shortage Area, or a Medically Underserved Area (https://data.hrsa.gov/tools/shortage-area/hpsa-find). ● Your parent’s family income falls within the table’s guidelines and you are considered to have met the criteria for economically disadvantaged (https://www.census.gov/data/tables/time-series/demo/income-poverty/historical-poverty-thresholds.html) Interviews (September-November) As the committee completes file review, candidates are selected for an interview. The interviews are generally conducted from September-November. Candidates are invited to campus to meet program faculty, staff, current students, and to tour the facilities. The interviews focus on an applicant’s professionalism, communication skills, knowledge of and dedication to the Augsburg PA mission, patient care experiences, teamwork skills, and questions asked by the applicant. As interviews are completed, seats in the incoming class are offered. The cohort class will be filled between the months of October and May. A list of alternates will be selected to fill seats that accepted candidates may not claim. Academic Policies To access additional information pertaining to program policies, please reference the current student handbook. Technical Standards Technical Standards are defined as the nonacademic requirements for participation in an educational program or activity. They include physical, cognitive and behavioral abilities required for satisfactory completion of all aspects of the curriculum and for entry into the profession. All candidates and students for a master of physician assistant studies degree offered by the PA Program at Augsburg University must have, with or without reasonable accommodation, multiple abilities and skills including: Physical Technical Standards ● Functional use of the senses of vision, hearing, and equilibrium. ● Exteroceptive (touch, pain, temperature) and proprioceptive (position, pressure, movement, stereognosis, and vibratory) senses ● Perception/observation of demonstrations, exercises, and patients accurately at a distance and close at hand. 94 ● ● ● ● ● Communicate (in English) effectively, efficiently and sensitively with faculty, fellow students, all members of the health care team, other professionals, patients and their families, including verbal, non-verbal, written and typed communication. Dissect cadavers and examine gross specimens in gross anatomy and pathology laboratories Use instruments such as, but not limited to, a stethoscope, an ophthalmoscope, an otoscope, and a sphygmomanometer Possess gross and fine motor skills sufficient to directly perform palpation, percussion, auscultation, and other basic diagnostic procedures Execute motor movements reasonably required to provide basic medical care, such as airway management, placement of catheters, suturing, phlebotomy, application of sufficient pressure to control bleeding, pelvic examination, genital examination, digital rectal examination, simple obstetric maneuvers, and extended standing and retraction in a sterile surgical environment and gown while actively assisting the surgical team for prolonged periods of time. Cognitive Technical Standards Students must have sufficient cognitive (mental) capacities to assimilate the technically detailed and complex information presented in formal lectures, small group discussions, medical literature, individual teaching settings, and in clinical patient care settings. Students must be able to demonstrate higher-level cognitive abilities, which include: ● ● ● ● ● ● be able to independently access and interpret medical histories or files identify significant findings from history, physical examination, and laboratory data provide a reasoned explanation for likely diagnoses and prescribed medications and therapy recall and retain information in an efficient and timely manner and be able to see the relationship between this retained information and its application in clinical practice calculate, reason, analyze, and synthesize incorporate new information from peers, teachers, and the medical literature in formulating diagnoses and plans Behavioral and Social Technical Standards ● Demonstrate the emotional health, maturity and compassion required of a healthcare provider. ● Possess the ability to use their intellectual capacity, exercise good judgment, and promptly complete responsibilities attendant to the diagnosis under potentially stressful circumstances, emergency situations, and extended hours ● Develop empathic, sensitive, and effective relationships with patients ● Adapt to changing environments and to learn in the face of uncertainties inherent in the practice of medicine ● Respond to supervision appropriately and act within the scope of practice, when indicated ● Possess sufficient interpersonal skills to interact positively with people from all levels of society, all ethnic backgrounds, and all belief systems. ● Take responsibility for themselves and their behaviors ● Positively represent the Augsburg University PA Program and the PA Profession All PA students must meet the minimum technical standards at all times to successfully progress through the program. Inability to meet any of these requirements at any stage in the program will result in a formal review process with the student progression review committee (PRC) to support the student and identify reasonable accommodations. It is the responsibility of the student to notify the PA Program Student Progression Committee, in writing, of any changes in ability to meet minimum technical standards. A stated intention to only practice in a narrow field of medicine does not alter the requirement that all students take and achieve full competence across the entire curriculum. 95 Documentation of a Disability The Augsburg University PA Program is committed to the admission and matriculation of qualified students. Augsburg University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious belief, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, or citizenship in its educational policies, admissions policies, employment, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and/or school-administered programs, except in those instances where there is a bona fide occupational qualification or to comply with state or federal law. The PA Program will not discriminate against such individuals who are otherwise qualified but will expect all applicants and students to meet the published technical standards. All Augsburg students have been accepted by the college based on their ability to succeed academically and are required to meet the same academic and technical standards. Disability Resources (CLASS Office) provides academic support and reasonable accommodations to students with disabilities or temporary conditions. If you have ADHD, a mental health disability, a learning disability, a physical/sensory impairment, a chronic health condition, are on the autism spectrum, or have another disability, the CLASS office can provide you with reasonable accommodations and support. Disability Specialists provide: ● ● ● ● ● Determination of appropriate accommodations Individual support Instruction in learning strategies Help with time management and organizational skills Assistance with course selection Accommodations may include: ● ● ● ● ● ● Alternative testing (extended time, limited distraction) Assistive technology Alternative format textbooks and course materials Note taking support Housing accommodations Classroom accommodations Some Examples of Disabilities ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD/ADD) Learning Disabilities Psychiatric Disabilities Autism Spectrum Disorders Head Injury/Traumatic Brain Injury Physical Disabilities and Systemic Illnesses Deafness/Hearing Impairment Blindness/Low Vision Disabilities that are sporadic or degenerative in nature Temporary conditions Accessing accommodations is an ongoing and interactive process where information can be gathered from the student and from other relevant sources. We ask that students interview with a Disability Specialist to discuss their requests. We prefer students to present any documentation that describes their disability and the impact on educational experiences directly to the CLASS office. We encourage students to seek support early. Each student’s requests will be evaluated on an individual basis. The first step in accessing services is to call CLASS to schedule an appointment with a Disability Specialist, (612) 330-1053. 96 Advanced Placement and Experiential Learning Policy The PA Program does not offer advanced placement to admitted students. All students admitted to the PA Program must complete the entire curriculum. The Augsburg PA Program does not award academic credit to an individual for experiential learning. Applicants desiring admission to the Augsburg PA Program must satisfactorily complete all prerequisite courses. Experiential learning will be considered separately from prerequisite courses. Experiential learning prior to and during admittance to the Augsburg PA Program will not substitute for any part of the clinical phase. Employment while in the Program We strongly discourage outside employment while enrolled in the Physician Assistant Program. Faculty does recognize that employment may be an issue that some students will face. However, program obligations and academic expectations 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. Outside employment is never considered an excused absence. Employment will not be accepted as an excuse for academic failures. or assignments not completed on time. Withdrawal Policy A student may initiate voluntary withdrawal from the Augsburg University Physician Assistant Program after submission of a letter to the Program Director requesting withdrawal. In the letter, the student should outline the circumstances and reasons for withdrawal. Students will be requested to conduct an exit interview with the Program Director prior to leaving the program. All students are further advised to follow the university catalog procedure for withdrawal from the University. Policies and Procedures for withdrawal from individual courses is based upon Augsburg University Registrar Policies. Please review official withdrawal deadlines on the registrar website for questions on tuition refunds. Readmission Policy Re-admission to the PA Program after withdrawal or dismissal from the program will be considered only under extremely unusual circumstances. Students may request readmission after voluntary withdrawal by reapplying to the PA Program through the Central Application Service for Physician Assistants (CASPA) and the Augsburg University Supplemental Application. Additionally, at the time of application, the applicant must submit a letter reflecting upon and outlining the reason for requesting readmission directly to the PA Program Director. Augsburg University PA Program does not offer advanced placement to any student. For the full readmission policy and reapplication process, please contact the program. Costs of the PA Program For tuition information, go to www.augsburg.edu/pa. For complete and current payment options go to the Student Financial Services website at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial. PA Program Faculty Vanessa Bester, EdD, MPAS, PA-C, Program Director, Assistant Professor. Kurt Devine, MD, IMedical Director. Ryane Lester, MPAS, PA-C, Instructor. 97 Kristen Lindvall, MPAS, PA-C, Clinical Assistant Professor. Amanda Perkins, PharmD, Instructor. Caroline Rowe, PhD, Instructor. Danielle Skoglund, MPAS, PA-C, Clinical Coordinator. Eric Van Hecke, MPAS, PA-C, Instructor. Rachel Elbing, MPH, PA-C, Clinical Assistant Professor 98 Master of Social Work You have chosen an exciting way to serve others. The social work profession offers you the rewarding prospect of joining with others to respond to problems and develop opportunities that benefit individuals, families, groups, and communities. The MSW degree prepares you for advanced professional practice in the field of social work. Augsburg’s MSW program prepares you for agency-based practice with individuals, families, groups, and communities, and with a dedication to system change that reduces oppression and discrimination. Graduates of our program share how they appreciated the opportunity to learn new ideas as well as learn more about themselves. These graduates valued our small class size, our cohort structure, and the opportunity to have a mentoring relationship with our faculty and staff. As a small program, we have high expectations for our students and at the same time offer the flexibility to help them meet their individual goals. Attending Augsburg University will transform and develop your professional life in unexpected ways. We have two concentrations. The first, Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP), will prepare you for direct clinical practice with individuals, families, and groups. The second, Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP), will prepare you for macro social work practice with organizations, communities, and other large systems. We are delighted in your interest in our MSW program and invite you to join us in a lifelong adventure in learning. The personal and professional growth necessary to become an advanced professional social worker is challenging. We encourage you to take the challenge with us. MSW Mission We strive to prepare exceptional social work professionals for anti-racist and anti-oppressive advanced social work practice that promotes intersectional racial and social justice in a diverse and global society. Program Overview The MSW program prepares social work students for agency-based practice in public and nonprofit settings. By working in the agency setting, social workers collaborate with others to provide holistic, affordable, and accessible services to individuals, families, groups, and communities. Our challenging MSW curriculum integrates social work theory with micro and macro practice methods. Students develop skills, knowledge, and values necessary for ethical social work practice. As you progress through our MSW program, you will: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Learn how individuals live in and are affected by their social environment Understand how social policies and programs affect individuals, families, communities, and society Apply theories and methods of practice through the field practicum experience Use a range of client-centered approaches to practice with client groups of all types and sizes Engage in practice informed by sound, scholarly research Evaluate the effectiveness of your social work practice or social work programs Advocate for the eradication of oppression and discrimination Be a responsible and contributing citizen in the local and global community Accreditation Augsburg’s MSW program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Your MSW degree must be accredited by CSWE if you seek licensure with the social work board of your state. For more information on CSWE accreditation go to www.cswe.org. Augsburg University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see the Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships section of this catalog. 99 Plan of Study Students entering Augsburg’s MSW program with a bachelor’s degree from a discipline other than social work are classified as foundation students. Full-time foundation students are enrolled in a two year program. Part-time foundation students are enrolled in a four year program. Students entering Augsburg’s MSW program with a bachelor’s degree in social work from a CSWE (Council on Social Work Education) accredited institution are classified as advanced standing students. Full-time advanced standing students are enrolled in a 13 month program. Part-time advanced standing students are enrolled in a 25 month program. All students must complete the MSW degree in no more than 4 years following matriculation. Academic Calendar The MSW program meets on a semester calendar, with classes offered September through August. Classes typically meet every other weekend with an occasional back-to-back weekend. Field practicum hours are generally completed during weekday hours. If a student lives outside the Twin Cities metro area, the field practicum hours can be completed at a placement near the student’s place of residence. Hours per week vary depending on the agency placement and the student’s availability. For academic calendars and schedules, go to www.augsburg.edu/registrar. Class Periods Classes meet in 2-4 hour blocks on Friday evenings, 6 to 10:00 pm; Saturday mornings, 8:00 am to 12 pm; and Saturday afternoons, 1:00 to 5:00 pm. Each class meets on campus for 8 sessions in a given semester and for 4 sessions on campus in a summer term (May-June), with the expectation that students engage in hybrid online learning activities between on-campus class weekends. Time Commitment Although classes meet on weekends, students spend time on their studies during non-class weekends and weekdays in accordance with our hybrid learning format. Hybrid learning is a combination of face-to-face class sessions and online/experiential learning. On a class weekend, the typical student will spend 12 hours in class within a 23-hour period. For every hour spent in class, a student may expect to spend 3 to 4 hours outside of class working on online activities, assignments, readings, or group projects. A student may also spend 15 to 20 hours per week in the field practicum during the fall and spring semesters (a span of 8 to 9 months for each practicum). In the final year of study, students complete a summative evaluation or a portfolio, which requires significant independent research, analysis, and writing. Some MSW students work full-time while enrolled in the program. However, full-time employment is not recommended. Most students arrange to reduce their work hours or request time away during their graduate studies. Each student’s situation is unique and must be decided individually. All students must develop strategies for balancing family, work, and academic responsibilities. Credit and Contact Hours MSW courses range from 2 to 4 semester credits. Depending on the number of credits, students will spend 16 to 32 hours in the classroom per course. Students will also be expected to engage in activities and independent study outside of class. Cohort Structure MSW students are admitted to a particular cohort. Cohorts are distinguished by level of admission (foundation or advanced standing), rate of attendance (full-time or part-time), and chosen concentration (Multicultural Clinical Practice [MCCP] or Multicultural Macro Practice [MCMP]). Any changes to a student’s cohort selection must be approved by the MSW director. Field Practicum Foundation students complete 920 hours in two field practica; advanced standing students complete 500 hours in one field practicum. Successful completion of the first field practicum, required for foundation students, is a minimum of 420 100 hours. Successful completion of the second field practicum, required for both foundation and advanced standing students, is a minimum of 500 hours. Each practicum experience is spread over two semesters (fall and spring). These hours are completed concurrent with enrollment in the fieldwork seminars as well as other MSW courses. MSW Curriculum Components Foundation Curriculum In the foundation courses and field practicum, students are introduced to social work as a profession. Students learn both historical and contemporary theories and practice methods relating to both the individual and the environment. During the foundation year, students study human behavior and the social environment, history of social welfare policy, research methods, assessment frameworks, family and community diversity, and social work values and ethics. In the foundation curriculum students apply this generalist knowledge of theories and practice methods in the generalist field practicum. The field practicum is completed concurrently with enrollment in two field seminar courses. The full foundation curriculum is required of all students, with the exception of those admitted with advanced standing. Before beginning the concentration curriculum, all foundation coursework and field hours must be successfully completed. Concentration Curriculum After completing the foundation requirements, students enroll in the concentration curriculum that they selected at the time of their application to the program. Students also complete an advanced field practicum. Augsburg offers two concentrations: Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) or Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP). In either concentration, students deepen their knowledge of the primary issues affecting families and communities, develop a range of client-centered approaches to practice, gain a broader understanding of human diversity, develop competencies in practice-based research, and learn practice or program evaluation techniques. In the concentration curriculum, students apply this advanced knowledge of theories and practice methods in the concentration field practicum. The field practicum is relevant to their chosen concentration and is completed concurrently with enrollment in two field seminar courses. As a capstone to the MSW program, students complete a portfolio project or a summative evaluation project. Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) Concentration Multiculturalism is a process requiring practitioners to have a deep awareness of their social and cultural identities, as well as the ability to use multiple lenses when working with diverse populations. With person-in-environment as an organizing perspective, multicultural clinical social work practice addresses the biopsychosocial and spiritual functioning of individuals, families, and groups. To this end, graduates of the MCCP concentration develop competence in using relationship-based, culturally informed, and theoretically grounded interventions with persons facing challenges, disabilities, or impairments, including emotional, behavioral, and mental disorders. Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) Concentration In the tradition of Jane Addams, macro social work practice directs energy toward changing agency, government, and institutional policies that obscure or oppress people. Social work leaders must advocate for social change where necessary to ensure social justice within the context of cultural understanding and awareness. The Multicultural Macro Practice concentration responds to this demand for leadership. The macro social work practitioner recognizes the strengths and abilities of individuals and communities to implement change. The social work macro practitioner works with these individuals to do so. In the MCMP concentration, students learn the knowledge and skills necessary to work with others to achieve needed social change. They also learn to develop, lead, guide, and administer programs that serve diverse people in a variety of settings. Portfolio or Summative Evaluation Project ● Portfolio Project (MCCP students) 101 ● ● ● The goal of the MCCP Portfolio is to enhance the integration of theory and practice, as well as to offer more vivid portrayals of a student’s academic and professional experience than traditional assessments. By definition, portfolios are formative (i.e., designed for guided reflection and self-evaluation). However they are also summative documents in that they illustrate students’ competencies. All MCCP students are required to create a portfolio during their final year of study. Items in a portfolio might include videos, process recordings, reflective statements, writing samples, case analyses, term papers, electronic submissions, policy activities, feedback from service users, self-evaluations of personal progress, and links to references. Summative Evaluation Project (MCMP students) All social workers must evaluate their practice to determine whether they are helping or harming clients. While in the concentration practicum, MCMP students will design and implement a program evaluation for their summative project. This project requires integration and application of knowledge and skills from both the foundation and concentration curricula. Students develop their research while in their field internship and are advised by their field seminar professor. Students conduct and present this evaluation/research project during their final year of study. Master’s Thesis The MSW program does not currently support a thesis option for students. Program updates are in process for the 23-24 catalog. Students in both concentrations have the option of completing a thesis in addition to either the portfolio or summative evaluation project. Credit for the SWK 699 general elective is given for this option. Students work with a thesis advisor to develop more in-depth research skills contributing to social work knowledge. To pursue the thesis option, students should notify the MSW program director by the end of spring semester of the foundation year. Degree requirements To be conferred the MSW degree, students must achieve the following: ● ● ● ● ● ● Successful completion of any admission conditions (see Admission to MSW) Successful completion of all required MSW courses No more than two courses with a B- grade and with a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher Successful completion of 920 hours of approved field practica for foundation students or 500 hours of approved field practicum for advanced standing students Successful completion and submission of the portfolio project (MCCP) or the summative evaluation project (MCMP) Successful completion of all degree requirements within 4 years of matriculation. State of Minnesota Social Work Licensure Six months prior to completion of the MSW degree at Augsburg, students may apply to take the Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) license exam from the Minnesota Board of Social Work. To achieve LGSW licensure students must pass the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) master’s level national social work licensure examination and complete the MSW degree. To seek the Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) license or the Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) license, one must work two years full-time (or 4,000 hours part-time) as an LGSW under the supervision of an LISW or LICSW, depending on the desired licensure. Upon completion of the supervision requirement, one may take the LISW or LICSW’s Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) national social work licensure examination. For the LICSW, there are additional requirements for 360 clinical clock hours in 6 specific categories. For more information, go to the Minnesota Board of Social Work web page, www.socialwork.state.mn.us. MSW Course Requirements Foundation Courses FALL 102 SWK 500 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment* SWK 505 - Practice Methods and Skills 1: Individuals* SWK 530 - Integrative Field Seminar 1 (taken concurrent with first practicum)* SPRING SWK 506 - Practice Methods and Skills 2: Groups and Families* SWK 535 - Integrative Field Seminar 2 (taken concurrent with first practicum)* SWK 504 - Applied Research Methods (foundation students only) SUMMER SWK 501 - History of Social Welfare Policy* SWK 516 - Practice Methods and Skills 3: Communities and Policies* SWK 510 - Advanced Practice Methods (advanced standing students only) SWK 509 - Human Behavior: Mental Health Assessment and Diagnosis (advanced standing students only) SWK 504 - Applied Research Methods (advanced standing students only) *Course potentially can be waived for advanced standing students (BSW holders). Concentration Courses Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) Concentration: FALL SWK 610 - Integrative Field Seminar 3: Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) (taken concurrent with second practicum) SWK 615 - Diversity and Inequality 1 SWK 628 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) with Individuals SWK 629 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) with Families SPRING SWK 611 - Integrative Field Seminar 4: Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) (taken concurrent with second practicum) SWK 616 - Diversity and Inequality 2 SWK 630 - Multicultural Policy Practice SWK 631 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) with Groups SUMMER 1 SWK 634 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) Supervision SWK 639 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) Elective SWK 640 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) Capstone SWK 699 - General Elective Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) Concentration: FALL SWK 651 - Integrative Field Seminar 3: Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) (taken concurrent with second practicum) SWK 615 - Diversity and Inequality 1 SWK 660 - Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) Research Methods SWK 667 - Organizations/Social Administrative Practice 1 SPRING SWK 652 - Integrative Field Seminar 4: Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) (taken concurrent with second practicum) SWK 616 - Diversity and Inequality 2 SWK 668 - Organizations/Social Administrative Practice 2 SWK 630 - Multicultural Policy Practice SUMMER 103 SWK 669 - Organizations/Social Administrative Practice 3 SWK 699 - General Elective SWK 671 - Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) Planning Portfolio or Summative Evaluation Project Completed and submitted in final year of study. SWK 699 General Elective Students in both concentrations complete at least one general elective course. Fieldwork and Field Placement Social work education goes beyond the classroom. Through the field experience, we expect that students will demonstrate skills to bridge theory and practice. Collaborative efforts between the student, the field agency, and the MSW program are essential to successful learning. The foundation of the practice includes: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Ethical, competent professional practice Problem solving within a systems framework and strengths perspective Use of advanced practice theories in Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) or Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) settings Evaluation of the effectiveness of program or practice activities An understanding of and respect for diverse peoples and cultures Responsibility and service to the local and global community in the interest of social justice A commitment to oppose oppression of all forms Field Education Format Under the instruction and supervision of professionally-trained, MSW-level, and program-approved field instructors, foundation students will spend a minimum of 920 hours in two field practica. Advanced standing students will spend a minimum of 500 hours in one field practicum. Both the foundation and concentration practica are spread over 2 semesters (fall and spring). Both practica are concurrent with enrollment in integrative field seminars, as well as other MSW coursework. The fieldwork education of the MSW program is divided into two components: ● ● ● ● Foundation Practicum The foundation practicum, or generalist practicum, puts emphasis on developing competence as a professional generalist social worker. It requires a minimum of 420 hours and is completed by students admitted at the foundation level. Students spend an average of 15 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters in this practicum. Concentration Practicum The concentration practicum places emphasis on advanced practice skills and leadership qualities related to the chosen concentration. It requires a minimum of 500 hours and is completed by all students, including those admitted with advanced standing. Students spend an average of 18 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters in this practicum. Process for Field Practicum Selection Field practica begins in the fall, but the selection process begins the previous spring in collaboration with two other Twin Cities MSW programs. Students attend a field orientation before beginning their search. Augsburg University and the University of Minnesota - School of Social Work jointly host a field fair where students meet a large number of agencies and potential field instructors. Practicum selection involves interviews at approved sites, arranged by the student, and a matching process conducted collaboratively by the field coordinators at three of the MSW programs in the Twin Cities. 104 In some instances, students can petition to complete a field practicum at an agency not on the approved list or at their place of employment. Students who wish to do so work with the MSW field coordinator for such proposals. Field Practicum Settings The Augsburg field faculty are committed to the success of each student in a stimulating and challenging field practicum. Dual Degree in Social Work and Business Administration (MSW/MBA) Augsburg University offers a dual MSW/MBA degree in social work and business administration. Students enrolled in the dual degree program learn to create better managed and financially sound service organizations to serve diverse communities, both locally and globally. Purpose Many social service agencies today require that agency managers combine financial and business expertise with social work practice and policy formation. The MSW/MBA dual degree prepares graduates to function in a workplace that demands the delivery of quality services with increasingly limited resources. Concentration The MSW/MBA dual degree includes an accelerated third year of study for MSW students who elect the Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) concentration. In this concentration, students learn to effect positive change in social service systems through their work with communities, organizations, and social policy makers. Prior Augsburg MSW graduates who have completed the necessary Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) coursework are eligible to return to complete the MBA portion of the dual degree. The MSW degree must be completed before the MBA portion of the dual degree. Schedule Years 1 and 2 (September through June) MSW classes meet on alternating weekends—Friday evenings, Saturday mornings, and Saturday afternoons—and students engage in hybrid learning activities between class weekends. Year 3 (12–16 months) MBA classes meet one night per week. The MBA program includes a summer term. See the MBA section for required courses for the dual degree. Curriculum ● Foundation or advanced standing coursework ● Either 920 hours (foundation) or 500 hours (advanced standing) MSW field practicum experience ● The MSW summative evaluation project may be accepted by the MBA program as partial fulfillment of the MBA project. ● Complete a minimum of ten MBA courses after completion of the MSW degree. ● For more information regarding the MBA coursework required for the MSW/MBA dual degree, see the MBA section. MBA Admission MSW/MBA dual degree applicants may apply to both programs at the same time or admitted MSW students may wait to apply to the MBA program until their concentration year. The GMAT is waived for MSW/MBA dual degree applicants. However, all MSW students are required to complete the MBA math modules and achieve a score of 80% or higher before they begin the quantitative courses for the MBA program. Students must meet all admission criteria for the MBA program. Admission to one program does not guarantee admission to the other. 105 MSW/LADC License The Augsburg University MSW program offers a pathway to qualify for the Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counseling credential while studying in the MSW program. Purpose The intent of MCCP MSW/LADC credential is to expand the workforce qualified to work with clients who have substance abuse issues and/or co-occurring disorders. Additionally, offering this credential will expand the capabilities and qualifications of our MSW graduates. Adding the LADC requirements and certification to the regular plan of study in the MCCP/MSW program provides opportunities for dually licensed social workers (LICSW/LADC) to engage in the practice of alcohol and drug counseling (as per Minnesota state law) in addition to their ability to conduct diagnostic assessments, individual, family and group treatment once they are appropriately licensed. Plan of Study The coursework required for the LADC credential includes the required coursework for the MCCP (Multicultural Clinical Practice) concentration. In addition, there are 4 courses and 1 additional fieldwork experience required. The four additional required courses are: SWK 518, Foundation of Addictions; SWK 519, Motivational Interviewing; SWK 699, General Elective – Co-Occurring Disorders; and SWK 622, MCCP Field Seminar 5. There are 380 additional field internship hours required in addition to the 500 required for MSW Concentration Field Practicum for a total of 880 internship hours. Content in the LADC pathway covers the 10 core functions required of an LADC training plus the 880 field practicum hours. For further information about the requirements for the LADC credential, please refer to the MN Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy. Admission to MSW The Augsburg University MSW program promotes the widest possible diversity within its student population. Therefore, the admission policies ensure that educational opportunities are provided to persons with a range of abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures. Listed below are general descriptions for the application process. Refer to the online MSW application documents for details regarding specific application requirements. Admission Requirements ● Bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited college or university or an appropriately certified foreign institution ● Cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher ● Liberal arts coursework in the social sciences, humanities, biology, and statistics Application Checklist The application deadline is January 15 each year for matriculation in the following academic year. All application materials noted below are due by the application deadline. For more information go to www.augsburg.edu/msw or call 612-330-1101. ● ● ● ● Completed application form Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the regionally-accredited institution granting the Bachelor’s degree and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. Liberal arts prerequisite coursework including four social science, three humanities, one biology, and one statistics course. These courses must be completed prior to enrollment. Completed BSW course equivalency checklist (for advanced standing applicants) 106 ● ● ● ● Two recommendation checklist forms, with letters attached, submitted online Typed personal statement responding to the questions noted on the application form Results of the TOEFL language tests, if applicable Official international credit evaluation course-by-course review (for degrees completed outside of the United States) Admission as an international student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students in the Graduate Admissions section. Admission as a transfer student Students may apply to Augsburg as a transfer student. Transfer students follow the same procedure as new applicants. Transfer students may receive up to 22 transfer credits. (See Evaluation of Transfer Credit in the Academic Programs and Policies section of this catalog.) Eligible courses must be from a CSWE-accredited MSW program and students must have received a grade of B or higher. Students must complete no fewer than 30 credits at Augsburg in order to receive their MSW degree from Augsburg University. We do not grant academic credit for work or life experience. Admission with Advanced Standing Advanced standing is an application category open to those with a bachelor’s degree in social work from a program that is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Advanced standing applicants may seek waivers for the following eligible MSW courses: Human Behavior and the Social Environment, History of Social Welfare Policy, Practice Methods and Skills 1 and 2, and Integrative Field Seminars 1 and 2 (which include 420 field practicum hours). Advanced standing applicants must offer an equivalent BSW course for each with a grade of B or higher in order to receive a waiver. Additional transcripts may be required to demonstrate qualifications for advanced standing. Academic Policies Academic Achievement Students must maintain at least a 3.00 cumulative grade point average in the MSW program. If a student falls below a B average, the student will be placed on academic probation. A 3.00 cumulative grade point average must be restored in order for a student to be removed from probation. If the cumulative grade point average again falls below 3.00, the student may be dismissed from the program. Students are retained in the program who can: ● ● ● ● Maintain expected grade point average (3.00 or higher) Complete course requirements of the program and field placement in a timely manner Complete the program within four years Abide by the department’s Standards for Social Work Education and the NASW Code of Ethics No more than two courses with a grade of B- will count toward the degree. Courses with a grade below B- must be repeated. No more than two courses can be repeated. If a student receives a grade below B- in a field course, the MSW director will initiate a Level 3 review, as outlined in section 3.2 of the Standards for Social Work Education. Evaluation of Student Field Performance The criteria for evaluating field performance can be found in the MSW Field Manual, which is located on the MSW Program Internship Placement Tracking website. Four-Year Limit All students are required to finish the degree within four years of matriculation. See the Academic Programs and Policies section of this catalog for policy on continuation of coursework. 107 Leave of Absence Students who interrupt their program enrollment must request a leave of absence through the MSW program in order to maintain their admitted status. The request must be made in writing or via the student’s Augsburg email account. A leave of absence typically requires a full year away from the program in order to return to classes in sequence. Prerequisite Courses All foundation courses are prerequisite to the concentration courses. Students may not enroll in the concentration courses until successfully completing all foundation courses. In addition there are individual courses that are prerequisite to other individual courses in the MSW curriculum. These are listed in the MSW Student Handbook. Program Costs In addition to tuition fees, students can also expect to purchase textbooks and student liability insurance when in a field placement. There may also be additional fees associated with short-term study abroad electives. Augsburg Scholarships Augsburg’s Social Work Department offers several scholarships each year. Students who are enrolled in the first year of the program are eligible to apply. Awards range in amount from $300 to $1,500. ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Phyllis M. Baker Memorial Scholarship Edwina L. Hertzberg Scholarship Arvida Norum Memorial Scholarship Steen Family Scholarship Fund for Minority Social Work Students Edwin Yattaw Memorial Scholarship Bodo F. Suemnig Memorial Scholarship Blanca Rosa Egas Memorial Scholarship MSW Forum All MSW students are invited to participate in the student-run organization, the MSW Forum. The purpose of the forum is to facilitate communication between social work students and the social work department, as well as to provide the opportunity for student participation in departmental governance, curriculum development, and program improvements. The forum has historically been volunteer based. Any student may serve on the forum, provided the student can make a commitment to attend the meetings and share in the efforts. The MSW director and MSW program coordinator also serve on the forum. Other faculty may be invited as permanent members or as guests. MSW Faculty Johanna Barry, Assistant Professor of Social Work. BA, Colorado College; MSW, The University of Chicago; PhD, Loyola University Chicago. Ankita Deka, Associate Professor of Social Work, Field Education Coordinator. BA, Delhi University; MSW, Tata Institute of Social Sciences; PhD, Indiana University. Christina Erickson, Professor of Social Work. BSW Program Director. BS, University of Minnesota; MSW, University of Minnesota-Duluth; PhD, University of Illinois-Chicago. Melissa Hensley, Associate Professor of Social Work, BSW Field Director. BA, MSW, PhD, Washington University in St. Louis; MHA, University of Missouri–Columbia. Kao Nou Moua, Assistant Professor of Social Work. BA, MSW, University of Montana, PhD, University of Minnesota. 108 Erin Sugrue, Assistant Professor of Social Work, MSW Field Director. BA, Grinnell College; MSW, MPP, PhD, University of Minnesota. Special Appointments Susan Conlin, Visiting Professor. BA, University of Minnesota; MS, University of Wisconsin-Stout; MSSW, University of Wisconsin. Paula Watts Zehringer, Visiting Professor. BA, St. Cloud State University; MSW, Augsburg University. MSW Staff Doran Edwards, BSW Program Assistant Director Lydia Madden, Social Work Department Coordinator & MSW Field Assistant 109 Augsburg University Board of Regents For more details, go to augsburg.edu/about/leadership/regents. Sylvia Bartley, PhD Cyrus Batheja ‘08, ‘11 MBA, EdD Karen A. Durant ’81 Karim El-Hibri ‘06 Matthew K. Entenza, JD Ellen Ewald Nicholas C. Gangestad ’86, MBA Rev. Marlene Whiterabbit Helgemo James Hereford Kenneth Holmen ‘74, MD Veena Iyer, JD Diane L. Jacobson, PhD Mark Johnson ‘75 Eric Jolly, PhD Cyndi Jones ‘81, PhD Wayne D. Jorgenson ‘71 Ethelind Kaba Dean Kennedy ‘75 Karolynn Lestrud ‘68 Terry Lindstrom ‘73, PhD Dennis J. Meyer ‘78 Pamela Hanson Moksnes ‘79 Nancy Mueller ’85 Jeffrey M. Nodland ’77 John O’Brien, PhD Paul C. Pribbenow, PhD John Schwartz ‘67 Bishop Laurie Skow-Anderson, ex officio Dean A. Sundquist ‘81 Bishop Ann Svennungsen, ex officio Jill N. Thomas, JD Rev. Mark N. Wilhelm, PhD, ELCA advisory member Noya Woodrich, ‘92, ‘94 MSW ELCA Vocation and Education Program Unit Program Director for Colleges and Universities Rev. Mark N. Wilhelm, PhD 110
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Search Result: Introduction Graduate Catalog 2023-2024 Official Publication of Augsburg University 2211 Riverside Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55454 The Augsburg University Graduate Catalog contains information about academic program requirements and academic and student policies and procedures for Fall Seme...
Show more Introduction Graduate Catalog 2023-2024 Official Publication of Augsburg University 2211 Riverside Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55454 The Augsburg University Graduate Catalog contains information about academic program requirements and academic and student policies and procedures for Fall Semester 2023–Summer Semester 2024. It is subject to change without notice. The catalog is intended to complement other university publications including the Student Guide and university website. It is important for students to be familiar with all university policies and procedures. Students are strongly encouraged to consult their advisor(s) at least once each semester to be certain they are properly completing degree requirements. Published 2023 Phone: 612-330-1000 www.augsburg.edu 1 Greeting from the President I am pleased to know of your interest in Augsburg University’s exciting and innovative graduate programs. You are part of a select and discerning group of professionals who seek to find a graduate program that combines an excellent curriculum, a values-based approach to work, a talented and experienced faculty, and program formats that meet the needs of busy and successful people. Augsburg University’s graduate-level programs in business administration, creative writing, education, leadership, music therapy, nursing, physician assistant studies, social work, and clinical psychology are distinguished by the opportunities they provide students to expand decision-making and strategic skills. Augsburg University is characterized by a strong mission: Augsburg University educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. The Augsburg experience is supported by an engaged community that is committed to intentional diversity in its life and work. An Augsburg education is defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies, guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, and shaped by its urban and global settings. For our graduate programs, this mission helps to shape an innovative educational experience that features an expansive perspective on social responsibility, economic realities, business initiatives, and environmental sustainability. At Augsburg University, we believe that our distinctive educational purpose is to help you find your calling, at work and in the world. Augsburg graduate programs are designed to offer you quality educational experiences, personal attention, and opportunities to expand your personal and professional talents and skills. We are confident that our graduates are prepared for leadership in our ever-changing global society, the hallmark of an Augsburg degree. Sincerely, Paul C. Pribbenow President 2 Welcome from the Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs Welcome to graduate study at Augsburg University! Augsburg has a long history of preparing our graduates for leadership in their communities and places of work. Across our graduate programs, students bring perspectives informed by prior study and experience; acquire specialized knowledge in a discipline or field; engage in collaborative learning; develop advanced capacities; encounter diverse perspectives and ideas; test theory through real-world experiences; and equip themselves for the next stage in their vocational journeys. When you join the Augsburg community, you become part of the Augsburg story—a story of academic achievement, preparation for professional practice, experiential learning deepened by reflection, demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion, and preparation for lifelong learning. We are an institution committed to place, and our locations—whether in the Twin Cities, Rochester, or beyond—offer opportunities to apply what you learn in the classroom to the neighborhood, to the local community, and in various urban and rural locations. Inspired by the faith of our Lutheran founders to be inclusive to the early immigrants who came to Augsburg’s doors, we are a community of diverse cultures and faiths. Indeed, the diversity of our community helps ensure that our graduates are uniquely prepared to meet the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century. Our commitment to interdisciplinary thinking is embodied in our newest academic building on the Minneapolis campus—the Hagfors Center for Science, Business, and Religion. We ground learning in the best of the liberal arts tradition, ensuring that our students are prepared not only for their first job but for mid- and late-career success. While connected through these common commitments, each graduate program has its own distinctive identity and curriculum. Your program offers a disciplinary home from which you will join a community of faculty, staff, and fellow students who will collectively extend your network of connections with prospective employers and expand your career opportunities in the future. We’re delighted that you’ll be joining us. Sincerely, Paula O’Loughlin Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs 3 About Augsburg University At Augsburg University, we believe that graduate education should prepare gifted people for positions of leadership in their communities and places of work. Augsburg graduates will be able to demonstrate not only the mastery of a major field of study, but also the ability to apply critical thinking, problem solving, and advanced communication skills in a collaborative approach within that discipline, thereby engaging others with diverse perspectives in the work of advancing civic and global initiatives critical for a sustainable future. The heart of an Augsburg education is the Augsburg mission, informed by the liberal and professional arts and sciences, to serve our neighbors in the heart of the city and out into the world with faith-based, ethical values. We welcome students from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences. Our programs also look to the world through international courses and cultural exchanges. Mission Statement Students who graduate from Augsburg are well prepared to make a difference in the world. They stand as testaments to the university motto, “Education for Service,” and mission: Augsburg University educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. The Augsburg experience is supported by an engaged community that is committed to intentional diversity in its life and work. An Augsburg education is defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies, guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, and shaped by its urban and global settings. Augsburg Today Augsburg was the first seminary founded by Norwegian Lutherans in America, named after the confession of faith presented by Lutherans in Augsburg, Germany, in 1530. Augsburg opened in September 1869, in Marshall, Wisconsin, and moved to Minneapolis in 1872. A Rochester, Minnesota, location was added in 1998. A short history of Augsburg University can be found at augsburg.edu/about/history. Today, Augsburg continues to reflect the commitment and dedication of its founders, who believed: ● ● ● Education should have a solid liberal arts core at the graduate level; this focus centers on the ability to think critically and broadly about the world and the work we do in it. An Augsburg education should be preparation for service in community and centers of faith. The city—with all its excitement, challenges, and diversity—is an unequaled learning environment. The vision of the university’s work today is lived out in the phrase, “We believe we are called to serve our neighbor.” Through common commitments to living faith, active citizenship, meaningful work, and global perspective, Augsburg prepares its students to become effective, ethical citizens in a complex global society. Degrees Offered Augsburg offers the following graduate degrees: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Master of Arts in Education Master of Arts in Teaching Master of Arts in Leadership Master of Arts in Nursing Master of Business Administration Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing Master of Music Therapy Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Master of Social Work Doctor of Nursing Practice (with tracks in Transcultural Nursing and Family Nurse Practitioner) Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology 4 Augsburg offers the following dual degrees: ● ● ● Bachelor of Arts in Accounting and Master of Arts in Leadership Master of Arts in Leadership and Master of Business Administration Master of Social Work and Master of Business Administration 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 fellow students with a variety of work and life experiences. To facilitate this kind of community interaction, Augsburg encourages students to make use of all university facilities—whether in Minneapolis, Rochester, or one of Augsburg’s international locations—and to participate in university activities such as music and dramatic presentations and lecture/speaker events. Graduate Faculty The heart of any educational institution is its faculty, and Augsburg University is particularly proud of the excellence and commitment of its professors. Most faculty hold a doctorate or other terminal degree, and all consider teaching and service to be the focus of their activity at the university. Faculty are involved in social, professional, and a variety of research activities, but these support and are secondary to their teaching. Faculty are actively involved in a dynamic faculty development program that introduces them to best practices in teaching and learning techniques and theories. Augsburg’s small class sizes encourage its tradition of close involvement between professors and students. Faculty act as academic advisors and participate regularly in campus activities. 5 Locations Minneapolis Campus Augsburg University is located in the heart of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota. The campus is bordered by Riverside Avenue and Interstate 94, near the University of Minnesota—Twin Cities West Bank campus and the University of Minnesota Medical Center. Downtown Minneapolis is just minutes away, providing access to internships and careers with some of the country’s leading companies, as well as entertainment, arts, sports venues, shopping, dining, and transportation. The campus is blocks from the Metro Transit Green and Blue light rail lines, which provide easy access to destinations in Minneapolis and St. Paul, as well as the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Rochester Learning Site Augsburg’s learning site in Rochester, Minnesota, was established in 1998 as a natural extension of the university’s mission and its expertise in teaching working adults. Graduate degrees and undergraduate majors including business, education, and nursing are offered in Rochester. Graduate programs in Rochester include the Master of Business Administration, Master of Arts in Nursing, Master of Arts in Education, and Doctor of Nursing Practice. The Rochester classrooms and offices are located at Bethel Lutheran Church (ELCA), just a few blocks south of downtown Rochester. Home to approximately 110,000 residents, Rochester is a city that enjoys a rich ethnic diversity and superior technological resources. Bethel Lutheran Church is located at 810 3rd Ave SE, Rochester MN 55904. Augsburg classes in Rochester meet on a semester schedule, with classes taking place on alternating weekday evenings and on occasional Saturdays, making them accessible to working adults. Students may also take courses within their program on the Minneapolis campus. Students at the Rochester site are Augsburg University students. They are supported through an array of e-learning resources ranging from access to Lindell Library databases to the use of online course management software. Information about the Rochester learning site is available at augsburg.edu/rochester or by calling the Rochester office at 507-288-2886. International Locations Augsburg is enhanced by its global centers in Southern Africa and Latin America. Students can perform research, take courses, or consult with faculty in those locations to gain new perspectives on their disciplines. 6 Minneapolis Campus Facilities Instruction facilities and student housing at Augsburg’s main campus are conveniently located near each other. A tunnel/ramp/skyway system connects the two tower residence halls, the five buildings on the Quadrangle, plus the Music Hall, Lindell Library, Oren Gateway Center, Hagfors Center, and the Foss Lobeck Miles Center for Worship, Drama, and Communication. Admissions Office—The Admissions Office is located on the lower level of Christensen Center. Anderson Residence Hall (1993)—Named in honor of Oscar Anderson, president of Augsburg 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 Center for Wellness and Counseling, the Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship, and the Office of Marketing and Communication. Center for Wellness and Counseling—The Center for Wellness and Counseling, located in Anderson Hall, offers programs and services that enhance student learning by promoting personal development and well-being. Christensen Center (1966)—The university center includes the Admissions Office, a student lounge, the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work, the Commons dining facility and Einstein Bros. Bagels, two art galleries, the copy center and mailroom, University Events, Latinx Student Services, American Indian Student Services, Pan-Afrikan Student Services, Pan-Asian Student Services, Campus Life, LGBTQIA+ Student Services, and the Auggie’s Nest, a meeting place for student organizations. Edor Nelson Field—The athletic field, located at 725 23rd Avenue, is the playing and practice field of many of the Augsburg teams. An air-supported dome covers the field during winter months, allowing year-round use. Foss Lobeck Miles Center for Worship, Drama, and Communication (1988)—The Foss Center is named in recognition of the Julian and June Foss family. The Tjornhom-Nelson Theater, Hoversten Chapel, and the Arnold Atrium are also housed in this complex, which provides space for Campus Ministry; the departments of Theater and Communication Studies, Film, and New Media; classrooms; and administrative offices (Facilities Management and the Enterprise Information Systems and Systems and Networking teams in IT). Hagfors Center (2017) - The Norman and Evangeline Hagfors Center for Science, Business, and Religion houses eight academic departments (Biology, Business, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Religion, and Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science), the office of Undergraduate Research and Graduate Opportunities, the McNair Scholars Program, and the office of the Dean of Arts and Sciences. The Hagfors Center is the largest academic building on the Augsburg campus and contains 139,000 square feet of collaborative learning space, including 24 labs and 6,000 square feet of student-faculty research facilities. Ice Arena (1974)—Two skating areas provide practice space for hockey and figure skating, and recreational skating for Augsburg and the metropolitan community. Kennedy Center (2007)—Completed in 2007 as a three-story addition to Si Melby Hall and named for Dean (’75) and Terry Kennedy, it features a state-of-the-art wrestling training center, fitness center, classrooms for health and physical education, and hospitality facilities. The James G. Lindell Family Library (1997)—This library and information technology center houses all library functions and is located on the corner of 22nd Avenue and 7th Street. It houses the TechDesk and User Support team in IT and the Gage Center for Student Success: the Deidre Middleton Office of Academic Advising, the Center for Learning and Accessible Student Services (CLASS), and TRIO/Student Support Services. Luther Residence 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. Si 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 Patricia Piepenburg Women’s Locker Room, the Claudia Murray Women’s Soccer Locker Room, 7 the Donny Wichmann Weight Room, the Olivia Dahl/Hoyt Messerer Sport Medicine Center, and general auditorium purposes. The Ernie Anderson Center Court was dedicated in 2001. Mortensen Residence Hall (1973)—Named in honor of Gerda Mortensen (dean of women from 1923 to 1964), it has 104 one- and two-bedroom apartments that house 312 upper-class students, the Department of Public Safety, and a lounge area. Charles S. Anderson Music Hall (1978)—Contains Sateren Auditorium, a 217-seat recital hall, classroom facilities, two rehearsal halls, music libraries, practice studios, and offices for the Music department faculty. 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® collegiate recovery program, Institutional Advancement offices, the Alumni Offices, the Master of Business Administration Program, the Master of Arts in Leadership program, the Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing program, and substance-free student housing. It also houses the Barnes & Noble Augsburg Bookstore, Nabo Café, Gage Family Art Gallery, and the Johnson Conference Center. Science Hall (1949)—Houses the department of Nursing, International Student and Scholar Services, and Administrative Accounting. Sverdrup Hall (1955)—Named in honor of Augsburg’s fourth president, it contains the Enrollment Center (Registrar’s Office and Student Financial Services), the Women’s Resource Center, classrooms and computer labs, and the departments of Education and Computer Science. Sverdrup-Oftedal Memorial Hall (1938)—Built as a residence hall and named in honor of Augsburg’s second and third presidents, it contains the President’s Office, Human Resources, Norway Hub, the Academic Affairs Office, Student Affairs Offices, the Christensen Center for Vocation (CCV), and faculty offices for Political Science, History, Philosophy, American Indian Studies, English, and Sociology. 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. 8 Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships Accreditation is a process by which colleges and universities are regularly evaluated by third-party agencies to ensure they are meeting standards for educational quality for the degrees they offer. Augsburg University has been continuously accredited since 1954 by the Higher Learning Commission. The Higher Learning Commission is an institutional accreditation agency that accredits colleges and universities in the United States. HLC conducts periodic reviews of accredited institutions to ensure they are meeting their standards of quality. Several degree programs at Augsburg are also eligible for accreditation or approval by specialized agencies that ensure the quality of those programs in meeting their professional standards. The following Augsburg programs are accredited or approved by the appropriate agencies. Agency Description Degree Programs Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) Global accreditor for business education MBA BA Accounting, Business Administration (Music Business), Business Administration/Economics, Finance, International Business, Management, Management Information Systems, Marketing Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) Accredits physician assistant programs in the United States MS Physician Assistant Studies American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) Advances the music therapy profession and approves music therapy degree programs BS Music Therapy Master of Music Therapy American Chemical Society (ACS) Scientific organization for advancing chemistry practice, approves baccalaureate chemistry programs BS Chemistry American Psychological Association Commission on Accreditation (APA-CoA) Scientific and professional organization Doctor of Psychology for psychology in the United States, accrediting doctoral programs in clinical, counseling, and school psychology 9 Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) National accreditor for baccalaureate, graduate, and residency/fellowship programs in nursing BS Nursing MA Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) National accrediting agency for social work education in the United States Bachelor of Social Work Master of Social Work Minnesota Board of Nursing State board that approves nursing programs and regulates licensure DNP – Family Nurse Practitioner National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) National accreditor for undergraduate, graduate, and other credentials for music and music-related disciplines BA Music BS Music Therapy Bachelor of Music Master of Music Therapy Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) Approves programs in Minnesota that prepare candidates for teacher licensure BA/BS Elementary Education BA English as a Second Language BA Special Education: Academic Behavioral Strategist (See Education Department for full list of approved programs for licensure and endorsements) Augsburg University is an institutional member of: Agency Description American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) Advances the democratic purposes of higher education by promoting equity, innovation, and excellence in liberal education American Association of Colleges of Teacher Education (AACTE) Represents institutions dedicated to high-quality evidence-based preparation of educators who are ready to teach all learners American Association of Higher Education (AAHE) Dedicated to the advancement of higher education 10 Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities (ACTC) Consortium of private liberal arts colleges in the Twin Cities of Minnesota that shares academic programs and promotes student exchange Campus Compact National coalition of colleges and universities committed to building democracy through civic engagement and community development Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) Association of independent nonprofit colleges and universities that provides services to improve the quality of education, administrative, and financial performance Lutheran Education Conference of North America (LECNA) Promotes cooperation among Lutheran colleges and universities in the United States and Canada Minnesota Private College Council Represents the private liberal arts colleges of Minnesota National Council of Schools of Professional Psychology (NCSPP) Advances the development of the highest quality of graduate training in professional psychology Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA) Works to ensure quality physician assistant education Augsburg University is registered with the Minnesota Office of Higher Education pursuant to sections 136A.61 to 136A.71. Registration is not an endorsement of the institution. Credits earned at the institution may not transfer to all other institutions. 11 Policies Non-Discrimination Policy In accordance with applicable federal and state laws, such as Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendments, Augsburg does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religious belief, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, citizenship, creed, genetic information, veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, membership in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status in its education programs and activities, employment policies and practices, or any other areas of the university, except in those instances where there is a bona fide occupational qualification or to comply with state or federal law. Augsburg University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to its employees and students with disabilities. (Approved by Board of Regents January 2021) Title IX Title IX refers to Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, and it prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender by institutions receiving federal money. Generally, the Title IX Coordinator is responsible for the development, implementation, and monitoring of meaningful efforts to comply with Title IX law. This includes overseeing the Title IX complaint process as well as identifying and addressing any patterns or systemic problems that arise. For further information, please contact the university’s Title IX Coordinator: Katie Bishop| Assistant Provost of Academic Affairs and Chief Student Success Officer Memorial Hall, Room 118A| 612-330-1117| bishopc@augsburg.edu Additionally, the university has Deputy Officers: Deputy Officer for Students: Mike Grewe| Dean of Students Memorial Hall, Room 118F| 612-330-1499| grewe@augsburg.edu Deputy Officer for Employees: Dawn Miller| Director, Human Resources Memorial Hall, Room 19| 612-330-1216| millerd1@augsburg.edu Deputy Officer: Leif Anderson| Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer Memorial Hall, Room 124| 612-330-1497| andersol@augsburg.edu The Deputies work with the Title IX Coordinator to identify any patterns or systemic problems that arise and may assist as investigators of complaints. Discrimination and Bias Reporting Augsburg University strives to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students, staff, faculty, and guests. However, like any community, there are times when inappropriate, hurtful, and/or harmful incidents take place. Please let us know if you, someone you know, or a group within our campus community, has experienced discrimination, bias, and/or hostility. Full details of Augsburg’s Discrimination and Bias Policy and related reporting process can be found in the Augsburg Student Guide. For more information, contact: 12 Joanne K. Reeck Vice President for Equity and Inclusion | ADA/504 Compliance Officer 612-330-1126 | reeck@augsburg.edu Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA), as amended, provides certain rights to students regarding their education records. Each year Augsburg University is required to give notice of the various rights accorded to students pursuant to FERPA. In accordance with FERPA, you are notified of the following: Right to inspect and review education records You have the right to review and inspect substantially all of your education records maintained by or at Augsburg University. The student must request to review their education records in writing with their signature. The university will respond in a reasonable time, but no later than 45 days after receiving the request. Right to request amendment of education records You have the right to seek to have corrected any parts of an education record that you believe to be inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of your right to privacy. This includes the right to a hearing to present evidence that the record should be changed if Augsburg decides not to alter your education records according to your request. Right to give permission for disclosure of personally identifiable information You have the right to be asked and to give Augsburg your permission to disclose personally identifiable information contained in your education records, except to the extent that FERPA and the regulations regarding FERPA authorize disclosure without your permission. One such exception which permits disclosure without consent is for disclosure to school officials who have legitimate education interests. A school official is a person employed by the university in an administrative, supervisory, academic or research, or support staff position (including law enforcement unit personnel and health staff); person or company with whom the university has contracted (such as an attorney, auditor, or collection agent); a person serving on the board of regents, or a student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official performing his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility. Right to withhold disclosure of “directory information” FERPA uses the term “Directory Information” to refer to those categories of personally identifiable information that may be released for any purpose at the discretion of Augsburg University without notification of the request or disclosure to the student. Under FERPA you have the right to withhold the disclosure of the directory information listed below. Please consider very carefully the consequences of any decision by you to withhold directory information. Should you decide to inform Augsburg University not to release Directory Information, any future request for such information from persons or organizations outside of Augsburg University will be refused. “Directory information” includes the following: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● The student’s name The student’s address The student’s telephone number The student’s email 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 13 ● ● ● The student’s dates of attendance Previous educational agencies or institutions attended by the student The student’s photograph Augsburg University will honor your request to withhold all Directory Information but cannot assume responsibility to contact you for subsequent permission to release it. Augsburg assumes no liability for honoring your instructions that such information be withheld. The Registrar’s Office must be notified in writing of your intent to withhold your Directory Information. Right to complain to FERPA Office You have the right to file a complaint with the Family Policy Compliance Office, US Department of Education, 400 Maryland Ave. SW, Washington, DC, 20202, concerning Augsburg’s failure to comply with FERPA. Reporting Educational Information Letters of reference must be requested in writing and explicitly indicate what information may be reported in the letter. Annual Security Report The Annual Security Report (ASR) for Augsburg University contains statistics on reported crimes on and near Augsburg property and campus, as well as institutional policies concerning campus security and crime. The Department of Public Safety prepares this annual Crime Report to comply with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act. The report is available online at www.augsburg.edu/dps/reports. For a printed copy, contact Augsburg’s Department of Public Safety at 612-330-1717. Copyright Policy Augsburg University Graduate Programs follows the terms of the US Copyright Law in granting exclusive rights under the Copyright Act to faculty and student authors to reproduce their original works, to use them as the basis for derivative works, to disseminate them to the public, and to perform and display them publicly. This excludes all proprietary information. Professional Licensure Standards Disclosure For all programs at Augsburg University which have the potential to lead to professional licensure, students are responsible for contacting the appropriate agency or board to confirm requirements and ensure program compatibility prior to beginning any course of study. Only licensing agencies or boards can determine whether a student’s program of study has met requirements. Augsburg University cannot guarantee an individual’s attainment of any professional licensure or certification, in any field, in any jurisdiction. Completing an academic program is typically only one aspect of meeting professional licensure requirements. Many states require that individuals meet additional requirements in order to qualify for licensure, including but not limited to additional coursework and training, supervised clinical experiences, and successful passage of state or national exams. Other licensure requirements may include background checks, years of work experience, fingerprinting requirements, etc. State laws, regulations, and policies governing professional licensure may change at any time. For more information on your program’s state licensing board and requirements for licensure, please visit the Augsburg University Professional Licensure Disclosure website. As a reminder, students are responsible for updating Augsburg University of any changes in address or phone numbers through Inside Augsburg Records and Registration, or by submitting an Address Change form to the Registrar’s Office. 14 Student Rights The university has adopted a statement of student rights and responsibilities and has provided for due process in the matter of disciplinary action, grievances, and grade appeal, as outlined in the Augsburg Student Guide, at inside.augsburg.edu/studentaffairs/studentguide. Official Notices A university-provided email account shall be an official means of communication with students, faculty, and staff of Augsburg University. Students, faculty, and staff are responsible for all information sent to them via the university-provided email account. Students should regularly check their email account. If a student, faculty or staff member chooses to forward their Augsburg e-mail, they are responsible for all information and attachments sent to the forwarded email account. Students will also receive official notices via the A-Mail online publication and should routinely review the A-Mail. 15 Admission All graduate programs require students to hold a bachelor’s degree. Augsburg recognizes degrees from colleges and universities accredited by institutional accrediting agencies historically known as regional accreditors. Equivalent degrees from outside the US are also accepted. All graduate students must submit completed applications. Each graduate program also has additional program requirements, which may include coursework, professional experience, testing, etc. An admissions representative is available to assist interested applicants complete any portion of their application. See the program sections for these additional requirements. Please refer to each individual program’s catalog section (below) for additional instructions and for detailed information on applying to graduate programs, refer to the Graduate Admissions website at www.augsburg.edu/grad. Augsburg is committed to ensuring the admissions process is accessible for all prospective students. Augsburg admissions counselors are here to assist students in completing the application process. Augsburg University asks all applicants for admission and readmission whether they have been convicted of a felony. A felony conviction does not automatically preclude an applicant from being accepted to Augsburg University. The full process and policy can be found in the Augsburg Student Guide. Readmission Graduate students who have not registered for courses at Augsburg University for two or more semesters must apply for readmission through the Registrar’s Office to resume attendance. Students who have attended other institutions during their absence from Augsburg must have an official transcript sent from each institution to the Registrar’s Office. The last day to receive approval for readmission to the university and register for classes is the Friday prior to the start of the term. Pending approval by the graduate program, students who left on probation or who were dismissed from the university must have their readmission application and file reviewed by the program director. (Please consult with individual programs for information regarding the readmission process). Non-degree Students Individuals may take coursework at Augsburg University as a non-degree-seeking student. Non-degree students can enroll on a space-available basis. Registration dates are included in the university’s Academic Calendar. Admission requires program director approval, and the student must be in good standing at all previously attended institutions. Some graduate programs have additional requirements beyond those listed here. A bachelor’s degree is the minimum requirement for admission. Students who have earned a bachelor’s degree outside of the United States may need to submit a copy of a foreign credential evaluation from World Education Services (WES), a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluators (NACES), or an equivalent service that performs a foreign credit evaluation in order to confirm it is equivalent to a United States bachelor’s degree or greater. To apply for admission as a non-degree seeking student, submit the completed application and unofficial transcript from the bachelor’s degree granting institution to the Admissions Office. Some programs may have additional application requirements. Non-degree status is conferred for only one term of enrollment. Additional terms require re-application through Admissions as a non-degree seeking student. Students may count up to 6-8 semester credits earned as a non-degree seeking student toward an Augsburg University degree with approval from the program director. Non-degree seeking students who wish to pursue a degree must reapply for admission by submitting the completed application and official transcript from the bachelor’s degree granting institution, and any additional materials required by the program. 16 International Students Augsburg University graduate programs encourage qualified applicants from other countries to apply. An F-1 student is a nonimmigrant who is pursuing a “full course of study” to achieve a specific educational or professional objective at an academic institution in the United States that has been designated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to offer courses of study to such students, and has been enrolled in SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System). A student acquires F-1 status using form I-20, issued by a DHS-approved school through SEVIS. Status is acquired in one of two ways: ● ● If the student is abroad, by entering the United States with the I-20 and an F-1 visa obtained at a US consulate. If the student is already in the United States and not currently in F-1 status, by sending the I-20 to USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services) with an application for change of nonimmigrant status. A student who is maintaining valid F-1 status may transfer from another DHS-approved school to Augsburg by following the transfer procedures set forth in the F-1 regulations. In addition to fulfilling all general admission requirements for a particular graduate program, prospective F-1 students must also comply with the following: English Proficiency Requirements for International Graduate Applicants To fulfill Augsburg University’s Graduate Applicant English Language Proficiency Requirement, all applicants must provide evidence of a sufficient command of both written and spoken English. Non-native English language speakers may be exempt from this requirement and request a waiver based on the successful demonstration of one of the following (applicants may be asked to provide official documentation): ● ● ● Completion of a previous undergraduate or graduate degree at a college or university within the United States. Completion of a previous undergraduate or graduate degree at an English-speaking college or university in any country where English is the sole or dominant language. Completion of one academic year of transferable college level English courses (e.g.: English 101 and English 102) at a college or university within the United States, with equivalent grades of a B or higher. Outside of the waiverable exemptions listed above, prospective international graduate students may demonstrate English language proficiency through one of the following: ● ● ● Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) o Minimum score of 80 on the Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) with a sub-score of 20 on the written and 20 on the speaking sections. (The Augsburg University TOEFL code is 6014.) o Score of 8.5 or better on the TOEFL Essentials exam. International English Language Testing System (IELTS) o Score report of 6.5. Duolingo English Exam o Score of 105. Score reports must be sent to Augsburg directly from the testing center. Score reports must be for exams completed within the last two years. Please contact your Admissions representative to inquire about any tests not reflected here. Foreign Credential Evaluation (including transcripts from all institutions outside of the United States) 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 the degree is equivalent to a US bachelor’s degree Verification that the degree is equivalent, at a minimum, to a four-year US bachelor’s degree is required. Course-by-course evaluation to show your complete course listing with credit values and grades received for each course, may also be required for specific programs. 17 ● ● ● Calculation of grade point average to demonstrate your cumulative grade point average using the standard US grading system, i.e., A=4.0, B=3.0, C=2.0, D=1.0, F=0.0. Translation to English (if applicable) The evaluation report must be sent directly to Augsburg’s Office of Admissions. Refer to World Education Services at www.wes.org or member of the National Association of Credential Evaluators (NACES) at www.naces.org for information on how to obtain a foreign credential evaluation. Augsburg may waive the foreign credential evaluation if an official transcript provides sufficient information to determine credit and degree equivalency. This includes but is not limited to students who have earned a Master's level degree or higher in the United States and those who have completed coursework as part of a study abroad experience. Non-degree seeking students may submit an unofficial transcript as part of their non-degree application. However, depending on the course of study, Augsburg may request an official transcript and foreign credential evaluation. Proof of Financial Support International applicants must provide reliable documentation that they have financial resources adequate to meet expenses for the duration of their academic program, which include tuition and fees, books and supplies, room and board, health insurance, personal expenses, and living expenses for dependents (if applicable). Funds may come from any dependable source, including scholarships, fellowships, sponsoring agencies, personal funds, or funds from the student’s family. Documentation of scholarships and fellowships may be in the form of an official award letter from the school or sponsoring agency; documentation of personal or family funds should be on bank letterhead stationery, or in the form of a legally binding affidavit. Government Form I-134, Affidavit of Support, or Augsburg’s Financial Sponsorship form can be used to document support being provided by a US citizen or US legal permanent resident. All financial documents such as bank statements must be dated within three months prior to the date of application. Health Insurance (F-1 Applicants Only) All F-1 international students and their dependents (if applicable) are required to have adequate health insurance coverage for the duration of their program. International students will be enrolled in the Augsburg international student plan unless they fill out a waiver verifying proof of coverage through an alternative provider for the same period. 18 Financing Your Education Costs The Board of Regents approves the costs for the academic year. The board reviews costs annually and makes changes as required. Augsburg reserves the right to adjust charges should economic conditions necessitate. Full-Time vs. Half-Time Graduate students must be enrolled in 3 credits to be considered half-time and 6 credits to be considered full-time. Exceptions exist for students in the Clinical Psychology program. See the Doctor of Psychology catalog section for details. Tuition and Fees ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Doctor of Psychology (PSYD) Master of Arts in Nursing (MAN) Master’s-level Education (MAE/MAT) Master of Arts in Leadership (MAL) Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Master of Social Work (MSW) Master of Business Administration (MBA) Master of Music Therapy (MMT) Master of Science in Physician Assistant (MPA) $1,015 per 1.0 credit $1,220 per 1.0 credit + $40 per term program fee $813 per 1.0 credit $562 per 1.0 credit $814 per 1.0 credit $755 per 1.0 credit $758 per 1.0 credit $642 per 1.0 credit $934 per 1.0 credit $922 per 1.0 credit (effective Summer 2023-Spring 2024) Tuition Students are charged per credit. All associated costs must be paid by the beginning of each semester to avoid accruing finance charges, unless you have enrolled in an official payment plan through Student Financial Services. Fees Specific courses or programs may have additional fees associated with them, such as lab or supply fees. Payments Semester Charges Prior to the start of each semester, a statement of estimated charges showing charges and financial aid credits designated by the Student Financial Services Office is sent to the student via email. All statements are available online through AugNet’s Records and Registration site. Payments can be made online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/make-a-payment. Augsburg may charge late fees and interest on delinquent accounts. Review the full policy regarding past due balances online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/disclosure Payment Options Augsburg University offers payment plan options for all students. Information about payment plans is available online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/payment-plans-and-discounts. Payment Policy Students at Augsburg University are obligated to pay Term Fees and additional charges when they register for each academic term. “Term Fees” include tuition, room and board charges and other fees initiated during your time as a student. Students are responsible to pay for all of these charges regardless of whether financial aid is received or employers or other third parties pay as agreed. “Term Fees” are subject to refund only to the extent allowed under the Augsburg University Tuition Refund Policy. 19 Augsburg accepts the following forms of payment: Cash Students and guest payers may make cash payments in-person at the Enrollment Center. Cash should never be mailed. Students will receive a receipt of their cash payment. Check Students and guest payers may pay their term fees via check either in-person at the Enrollment Center, through mail, or online using e-check/ACH. A $30 NSF Fee will be added for any payment returned by the bank for Non-Sufficient Funds. A receipt will automatically be sent electronically for any online payments. Students who pay in-person or through mail may request a receipt of the check payment. Credit Card/Debit Card Students and guest payers may make student account payments online with a Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express credit card. As of June 10th, 2016, Augsburg will no longer accept credit card or debit card payments in-person, over the phone, or through the mail. Credit cards will only be accepted online via Cashnet, a vendor contracted by Augsburg. Because Cashnet charges Augsburg for their services, a credit card service fee of 2.75 percent will be associated with any credit card payment made to the university. This is to offset the approximately $250,000 in costs that Augsburg accrues annually for providing credit card payment options to our students. Augsburg will not receive any part of the service fee and will not be profiting from it. Financial Aid All students who wish to be considered for financial assistance must reapply each year. In addition to reapplying for aid, students must make satisfactory academic progress toward the attainment of their degree or certificate as stipulated in the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) section of this catalog. Financial assistance awarded through Augsburg may be a combination of grants and loans. The university cooperates with federal, state, church, and private agencies in providing various aid programs. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) helps determine the amount of assistance for which a student is eligible. This analysis takes into account such family financial factors as current income, assets, number of dependent family members, other educational expenses, retirement needs, and special considerations. Types of Aid A student applying for aid from Augsburg applies for assistance in general rather than for a specific scholarship or grant (except as noted). Institutional Grants/Discounts Augsburg offers grants/discounts for a variety of different students. Specific information about the different grants and scholarships, along with eligibility requirements, can be found online at augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/financial-aid/graduate-financial-aid/. Loan Assistance Graduate students must be enrolled at least half-time in order to receive federal loans. Three semester credits per term is considered half-time. Six semester credits per term is considered full-time. ● ● ● Federal Unsubsidized Direct Student Loan Interest begins accruing on the date of disbursement and the borrower is responsible for all interest. The borrower may choose to make payments while in school or may defer payments and allow interest to accrue and be capitalized (added to the balance of the loan). Federal Graduate Loan Program (PLUS) 20 ● Graduate PLUS is a loan program to help graduate students meet college costs. Students may borrow up to the cost of attendance (minus all other student financial aid). Further information about loan programs can be found online at augsburg.edu/studentfinancial. Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Federal regulations require that all higher education institutions establish and implement a policy to measure whether students [1] receiving financial aid [2] are making satisfactory academic progress toward the completion of a degree. The purpose of this policy is to make sure that students who receive financial aid are using this money wisely. It is meant to curtail the use of financial aid by students who fail to successfully complete their course work. Failure to meet the following standards makes a student ineligible for all institutional, federal, and state financial aid. Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress ● ● ● Minimum GPA Requirements - Graduate Students must maintain a minimum 3.00 cumulative GPA based on the entire academic record. Minimum Credits Completed - Graduate Students must earn a cumulative 66.67% of the credits attempted based on the entire academic record. A completed credit has a grade of A – D- or P. Credits earned and completed will include accepted cumulative transfer credits as defined by the Registrar’s Office. Unsatisfactory grades “W (withdrawn),” “I (Incomplete),” “F/FN (Zero),” and “N (Not Passing)” are counted towards the cumulative attempted credits. Repeated and remedial courses are not counted towards the cumulative attempted credits. Maximum Time Frame - To demonstrate academic progress, graduate students must complete their degree objective within 150% of the length of the program (varies per program). Monitoring and Evaluating Progress In order to ensure SAP standards are being met, the Student Financial Services Office will evaluate students’ academic achievement at the end of each term. After the student’s record is evaluated and the Student Financial Services Office determines the student’s GPA or completion rate to be unsatisfactory, the student will be placed on Financial Aid Warning or Financial Aid Suspension. Students will be notified through their Augsburg email if they fail to meet SAP standards. GPA Calculation Refer to the Evaluation and Grading section of this catalog. Minimum Credits Completed Students must earn a cumulative 66.67% of the credits attempted based on the entire academic record. A completed credit is any credit with a grade of A to D-, or P. Credits earned and completed will include accepted transfer credits. Grades of “W (Withdrawn)”, “I (Incomplete)”, “X (Extension)”, “F”, “FN (Failed for Non-Attendance)”, and “N (Not Passing)” are counted towards the cumulative attempted credits. The credits associated with grades that have not been submitted when SAP is run will count against completion rate. Repeat courses are not counted towards the cumulative attempted credits. Financial Aid Warning A student who fails to meet SAP standards will be placed on Financial Aid Warning for the following term of enrollment. Students placed on Financial Aid Warning will still be eligible to receive financial aid. Financial Aid Warning will last for one term. If at the end of the term, the student meets SAP standards the Financial Aid Warning will conclude. Students currently on Financial Aid Warning who do not meet SAP standards at the end of the term will be placed on Financial Aid Suspension. Financial Aid Suspension A student who fails to meet either the minimum GPA requirement and/or minimum credits attempted while on Financial Aid Warning will be placed on Financial Aid Suspension. A student on Financial Aid Suspension is ineligible to receive any 21 form of financial aid. A student on Financial Aid Suspension may submit an appeal to reinstate their financial aid. Financial Aid Suspension will conclude when the student meets SAP standards, or successfully appeals. Financial Aid will be suspended when a student placed on Financial Aid Suspension does not meet SAP standards. Because grades may not be available before the beginning of the next scheduled term, it is possible that financial aid may be disbursed to a student before the review can be conducted. In the event that a student is found to be ineligible for the financial aid that has been disbursed due to a failure to meet one of the Standards, the aid that was disbursed will be canceled, and returned to the appropriate program(s). Right to Appeal Students who have had their financial aid suspended may submit the SAP Appeal Form to the Student Financial Services Office. The SAP Appeal Form must be completely filled out, along with any additional documents required by the SAP Committee. The appeal should state reasons why the student failed to meet SAP standards, and what changed for the student that will allow the student to demonstrate progress towards meeting SAP standards. The appeal will be decided by the SAP Committee. All decisions made by the Committee are final. If a student’s appeal is approved, they will be placed on Financial Aid Probation. If a student’s appeal is denied, they will remain on Financial Aid Suspension and will remain ineligible for financial aid. Financial Aid Probation A student who has been placed on Financial Aid Suspension and successfully appeals SAP will be placed on Financial Aid Probation. A student on Financial Aid Probation will be eligible to receive financial aid. Financial Aid Probation will last for one term. If at the end of the term, the student meets SAP standards, the Financial Aid Probation will conclude. Students currently on Financial Aid Probation who do not meet the standards at the end of the term are placed on Financial Aid Suspension and are no longer eligible for financial aid. [1] Include all degree seeking students in both the Undergraduate Day and Augsburg for Adults, and all Graduate programs. [2] Financial Aid is defined as: Augsburg Institutional Aid, Federal Title IV funding, and Minnesota State Financial Aid programs. Student Account Financial Disclosure Students at Augsburg University are obligated to pay Term Fees and additional charges when they register for each academic term. “Term Fees” include tuition, room and board charges and other fees initiated during your time as a student. Students are responsible to pay for all of these charges regardless of whether financial aid is received or employers or other third parties pay as agreed. “Term Fees” are subject to refund only to the extent allowed under the Augsburg University Tuition Refund Policy. Statements and account history are available online through AugNet Records and Registration. Augsburg University may require someone to co-sign on the students’ obligations in special cases, such as when a student has a history of late or missed payments. When a co-signer’s signature is required, both students and co-signers are responsible for payment of all costs incurred (including collection costs and fees of any collection agency and/or attorney, if applicable) and all other conditions outlined on the Student Account Financial Disclosure. Results of Balances Not Paid in Full Augsburg may charge late fees and interest on delinquent accounts. Missed or late payments will be subject to a late payment charge and/or a finance charge on the overdue balance from the date the balance was due until payment in full is received. If your account is not paid in full on the first day of the term, finance charges at the rate of 8% per year (.67% per month) will be added onto your student account balance. For example, this means that for every $1,000 owed you will receive $6.70 a month in finance charges. A $30 NSF Fee will be added for any payment returned by the bank for Non-Sufficient Funds. 22 Past Due Accounts If the student does not set up a formal payment plan with Augsburg’s Student Financial Services department, Augsburg reserves the right to demand payment of the entire balance owed by that student and to take steps to collect it. Augsburg may cancel the student’s registration, prevent the student from registering for future terms, withhold transcripts or diplomas, remove the student from on-campus housing, turn the student’s account over to a collection agency or take legal action to collect any past due balance. Each student authorizes Augsburg to release financial information about her or his account and other pertinent information such as address and phone number to third parties who are dealing with the collection of the account balance. By providing us with a telephone number for a cellular phone or other wireless device, you are expressly consenting to receive communications – including but not limited to prerecorded or artificial voice message calls, text messages, and calls made by an automatic telephone dialing system – from us and our affiliates and agents at that number. This express consent applies to each such telephone number that you provide to us now or in the future and permits such calls regardless of their purpose. Calls and messages may incur access fees from your cellular provider. Each student also agrees to reimburse Augsburg University, or its agents, the fees of any collection agency, which may be based on a percentage at a maximum of 40% of the debt, and all costs and expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, we incur in such collection efforts. Please note that, due to the Bankruptcy Reform Act, educational benefits are generally exempt from discharge under bankruptcy. The terms of this agreement remain in effect until all Term Fees and other charges are paid in full. Financial Policy Registration is permitted only if the student’s account for a previous term is paid in full or if the student is making scheduled payments in accordance with an approved payment plan. Augsburg University will not release student academic transcripts until all student account charges are paid in full or, in the case of student loan funds administered by the university (Federal Perkins Student Loan), are current according to established repayment schedules and the loan entrance and exit interviews have been completed. Tuition Refund Students are eligible for a 100% tuition refund for any courses they drop without notation through the date labeled “Last day to drop without a ‘W’ grade & 100% refund – Full Semester class” on the Academic Calendar. After this date, students are no longer eligible for any refund of tuition unless they withdraw from all of their courses. This policy is effective whether or not a student has attended classes. Students withdrawing from all of a term’s courses may receive a 50% tuition refund when they withdraw by the date labeled “Last day to withdraw with 50% refund – Full Semester class” on the Academic Calendar. Students are responsible for canceling courses through the Registrar’s Office (or online) in order to be eligible for any refund. Students who unofficially withdraw (stop attending) but do not complete the drop/add form are responsible for all charges. Financial aid may be adjusted based on the student’s last recorded date of attendance. Refund calculations are based on the date that the drop/add form is processed. Medical Refund If a student is forced to withdraw from one or more courses in a term due to illness or an accident, a request for a medical refund should be made through the Academic/Financial Petition. Petition forms are available through the Registrar’s Office website. An extra medical refund may be granted by the Committee upon submission of documentation from the attending doctor, on letterhead, verifying the medical circumstances. Unofficial Withdrawal Federal regulations require that records of financial aid recipients who earn failing grades in all their classes be reviewed. If courses are not completed (e.g., unofficial withdrawal, stopped attending), the university is required to refund financial aid to the appropriate sources according to federal or Augsburg refund policies based on the last recorded date of attendance. Students are responsible for the entire cost of the term including the portion previously covered by financial aid should they stop attending. Students are strongly urged to follow guidelines for complete withdrawal. If there are 23 extenuating circumstances, a petition to have the cost of tuition refunded can be made. Petition forms are available online through the Registrar’s Office website. A student who registers, does not attend any classes, and does not withdraw may petition to withdraw retroactively. The student must petition within six months of the end of term and provide proof of non-attendance. Proof can include, but is not limited to, statements from each instructor that the student never attended, or documentation of attendance for the term at another college or university. If approved, grades of W will be recorded and tuition charges for the term will be replaced with an administrative cancellation fee of $300. Financial Aid Policy Financial aid such as federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships are awarded based upon the total number of registered credits on the “Last day to add with faculty signature – Full Semester class” as noted on the Academic Calendar. Students must register for internships, Time 2 classes, and ACTC classes before the “Last day to add with faculty signature-Full Semester class”. Financial aid will not be adjusted for classes added after this date. Students must earn the financial aid they are awarded each semester by actively attending and participating in classes throughout the semester. Financial aid is recalculated when students do any of the following: drop classes without a “W” grade, fail to begin classes, cease to attend classes, fail all classes, or fully withdraw from all classes. Financial Aid – Return of Title IV Funds Policy Students must earn the financial aid they are awarded each semester. A student can earn their aid by attending classes. Augsburg must always return any unearned Title IV funds it is responsible for returning within 45 days of the date the school determined the student withdrew. The withdrawal date used in the return to title IV calculation of a student’s federal financial aid is the actual date indicated on the official withdraw record. If a student stops attending classes without notifying the university, the withdrawal date will be the last date of academic activity determined by the university. Federal/State Aid Adjustments Augsburg is required to return unearned federal/state aid for students who fully withdraw from their courses. The Return to Title IV calculation is based on the total number of days in the semester compared to the total number of days that a student attended classes before the last date of attendance. If the student receives more aid than they ‘earned’, then the ‘unearned portion’ of the student’s aid must be returned to the U.S.Department of Education. After 60% of the term has passed, students are eligible to keep all of their federal/state aid. If you are planning to completely withdraw from your courses, please see a Student Financial Services counselor to determine what aid may need to be returned. Financial aid will be returned to the aid program from which it came. If returned to a loan program, your outstanding balance will be reduced by the amount of the return. Aid will be returned in the following order: 1. Unsubsidized Direct Loan 2. Direct Graduate PLUS Loans 3. TEACH Grant Institutional Aid Adjustments Augsburg will return institutional aid for students who partially withdraw or fully withdraw from courses. If students withdraw from their courses they will receive a 50% tuition refund and 50% of their institutional aid will be removed. If a student withdraws after the last day to receive a tuition refund, there will be no adjustment to their institutional aid. Post-Withdrawal Disbursement If a student earned more aid than was disbursed to him/her, the student may be eligible for a post-withdrawal disbursement. Augsburg’s financial aid office will notify the student in writing if he/she is eligible for a post-withdrawal disbursement of Title IV loan funds. 24 A student or parent borrower must first confirm in writing whether he/she accepts/declines all or some of the loan funds offered as a post-withdrawal disbursement. A post-withdrawal disbursement of Federal grant funds does not require student acceptance or approval. The university will seek the student’s authorization to use a post-withdrawal disbursement for all other educationally related charges in addition to tuition and fees. Credit Refund Augsburg students may be eligible to receive a credit refund if their financial aid exceeds tuition and fee charges for a term. Credit refunds are issued within two weeks after the last day to drop courses without recorded notation. Financial Aid needs to be finalized (You can verify your financial aid status online through Track Your Financial Aid) and applied to a student’s account (Check your Transaction History online to verify all of your financial aid has been applied to your account and nothing is left pending) before the credit refund can be issued. Changes in enrollment status, housing status, and program status may affect financial aid eligibility and credit refunds. Students who are enrolled less than half-time (less than 6.0 credits for undergraduates, less than 3.0 credit for graduates) may not be eligible for financial aid; however, students may apply for private alternative loans. Registration changes made from the first week of the term through midterm may require a return of financial aid funds. Students who drop courses may receive a tuition refund, but some forms of financial aid may have to be adjusted before a refund will be available. Financial aid return of funds may take up to 30-45 days to be processed. Bookstore Students who are registered for the upcoming term will be allowed to charge up to $750 to their student account. Please plan ahead and purchase books and supplies before the scheduled cut off dates; plan ahead for courses that start midterm as you will be unable to charge anything to your student account after the cut-off date. Students’ accounts will be billed for only what was spent on their bookstore accounts before credit refunds are issued. If your bookstore charges create a balance on your account, you need to make payments in accordance with your statement. Bookstore purchases charged to a student account are intended for students who have excess financial aid funds to cover their tuition, fees, AND their books or supplies. Please contact Student Financial Services before you purchase books if you need to discuss payment options. Due to the financial aid cycle, you can only charge expenses to your bookstore account during specific times. Third Party If you are expecting a third party to cover the cost of your books, you will need to turn in an itemized receipt of your purchases to the Student Financial Services Office, along with your invoice request. Additional Funds If the cost of your textbooks and supplies are above $750 in one term, you have enough financial aid to cover the additional costs, and you would like to charge the additional amount to your student account, please send the following information to Student Financial Services (studentfinances@augsburg.edu). All requests need to be in writing. Subject: Request for additional funds Full Name: Student ID number: Additional request: Students will receive an email when the additional request has been processed. Accounts are opened as quickly as possible, but it could take up to two business days for activation. Consumer Information Loss of Financial Aid Due to Drug Offense A student, who is convicted of a state or federal offense involving the possession or sale of an illegal drug that occurred while the student was enrolled in school and receiving Title IV aid, is not eligible for Title IV funds. [An illegal drug is a controlled substance as defined by the Controlled Substance Act and does not include alcohol and tobacco. 25 A borrower’s eligibility is based on the student’s self-certification on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Convictions that are reversed, set aside or removed from the student’s record, or a determination arising from a juvenile court proceeding do not affect eligibility and do not need to be reported by the student. A student who is convicted of a drug-related offense that occurred while the student was enrolled in school and receiving Title IV aid loses Title IV eligibility as follows: For the possession of illegal drugs: First offense: one year from the date of conviction. Second offense: two years from the date of the second conviction. Third offense: indefinitely from the date of the third conviction. For the sale of illegal drugs: First offense: two years from the date of conviction. Second offense: indefinitely from the date of the second conviction. A school must provide a student who loses Title IV eligibility due to a drug-related conviction with a timely, separate, clear, and conspicuous written notice. The notice must advise the student of his or her loss of Title IV eligibility and the ways in which the student may regain that eligibility. Regaining Eligibility after a Drug Conviction A student may regain eligibility at any time by completing an approved drug rehabilitation program and by informing the school that he or she has done so. A student regains Title IV eligibility on the date he or she successfully completes the program. A drug rehabilitation program is considered approved for these purposes if it includes at least two unannounced drug tests and meets one of the following criteria: ● ● ● ● The program received or is qualified to receive funds directly or indirectly under a federal, state, or local government program. The program is administered or recognized by a federal, state, or local government agency or court. The program received or is qualified to receive payment directly or indirectly from a federally or state licensed insurance company. The program administered or recognized by a federally or state-licensed hospital, health clinic, or medical doctor. Policies may change throughout an academic year if necessary to comply with federal, state, or institutional changes or regulations. 26 Student Resources/Academic and Support Services Lindell Library Resources The James G. Lindell Family Library is home to a collection of almost 400,000 books, more than half of which are ebooks that can be read online or downloaded at your convenience. Students also have access to millions of journal articles, over 60,000 streaming videos, nearly 200 databases, and a wide assortment of movies on DVD or VHS. Lindell also houses significant collections of juvenile literature and K-12 curriculum materials, as well as the university’s archives and special collections. Our digital collections include full runs of campus publications such as The Augsburgian, The Echo, and Murphy Square as well as numerous audio and video recordings documenting the university’s history. If that still isn’t enough, Lindell Library offers an interlibrary loan (ILL) service free of charge. Augsburg students can borrow any type of research material - books, journal articles, videos, music scores, and more - from almost any library in the world and these materials will be delivered directly to Lindell Library at no cost to you. Research Support Research help is always available, either online or in person, at Lindell Library’s Learning Commons. Our research guides, available on the library’s website, provide access to key research materials on topics as wide-ranging as health and physical education, film studies, computer science, or music therapy. Students can set up individual research consultations with a librarian at Lindell’s Learning Commons desk, by phone at 612-330-1604, by email at refdesk@augsburg.edu, or chat with an expert 24/7 through our Ask-A-Librarian service at library.augsburg.edu. Other Cool Stuff Libraries are more than just books and databases, they are places to gather for collaborative research or quiet study and reflection. At Lindell Library, you can do both. Ten group study rooms are available on the top floor of Lindell Library, and can be reserved up to two weeks in advance. The lower level is a designated quiet study space for those who prefer to work alone. Whether working on individual research or a large group project, Augsburg students can check out all sorts of equipment from the Library’s Circulation Desk, including laptops, cameras, microphones, and other AV equipment. If your research takes you off campus or you just want to explore the Twin Cities, you can check out a bike or a MetroTransit Go-To Card for use on buses and the light rail. Both are available at no cost. The staff at Lindell Library are eager to help you with all your research needs. Stop by anytime that the library is open (hours are always posted on the library’s website), or contact us at: library.augsburg.edu refdesk@augsburg.edu 612-330-1604 Information Technology Services Augsburg University has built a reputation as a leader in its commitment to provide students with relevant and timely access to information technology and training. Visit the Student Technology website, inside.augsburg.edu/techdesk, for more on Information Technology at Augsburg. Computing Students have access to more than 200 on-campus computers. Both PC and Macintosh desktop computers are available in the Lindell Library Learning Commons and computer lab, and in the 24-hour Urness computer lab. The university has four computer classrooms, 40+ technology-enhanced classrooms and nine video conferencing-enabled classrooms. The circulation desk in Lindell Library has over 100 laptops available for use in the library. Several computer clusters are available for more specific student use within academic departments. A high-speed fiber optic campus network provides access to AugNet online services, printing, and to the internet. Network-ready student machines can connect to the campus network from residence hall rooms or any building on campus using WiFi. All of the AugNet online services are available securely on- and off-campus. 27 Center for Learning and Accessible Student Services (CLASS) The Center for Learning and Accessible Student Services (CLASS) provides individualized accommodations and support for students with documented learning disabilities, autism, ADHD, mental health conditions, traumatic brain injury, sensory and physical disabilities, as well as those with temporary disabilities. CLASS has been recognized as a leader in its field, ensuring these students have equal access to Augsburg’s programs and services. Its mission reflects Augsburg’s commitment to providing a rigorous and challenging, yet supportive, liberal arts education to students with diverse backgrounds, abilities, preparations, and experiences. Each term, Disability Specialists work directly with students to develop a plan for equal access to Augsburg courses, programs, activities, and facilities. Students have the option to meet regularly with their specialist, and discussions may include: ● ● ● ● ● Accommodations for testing and coursework (e.g., extended time, audio books) Referrals to other campus resources (e.g., tutoring, student technology assistance, academic advising, counseling, financial aid) Training and use of assistive technology through the Groves Accommodations Lab Coaching on academic, organizational, and time management skills Campus living accommodations The Disability Specialists may also consult with instructors, academic advisors, and other members of the faculty, staff, or administration as they work to facilitate equal access for each student. Taking advantage of these accommodations and services, however, remains the student’s responsibility. Any Augsburg student who wants to establish eligibility for accommodations and services should schedule a meeting with a Specialist to discuss their needs. Academic accommodations are intended to ensure access to educational opportunities for students with disabilities and may not fundamentally alter the basic nature or essential components of Augsburg’s courses or programs. The services and technology provided by CLASS are enhanced by the generous support of the Gage, Groves, and Klas families. For further information, call 612-330-1053, visit www.augsburg.edu/class, or email class@augsburg.edu. International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) ISSS is responsible for advising degree-seeking international students and exchange students. Members of the ISSS team serve as Designated School Officials (DSO) for the university’s F-1 student visa program and as Responsible Officer (RO) for the university’s J-1 student/scholar exchange program. A DSO ensures institutional and individual compliance with the law and government policies pertaining to F-1 students. The RO ensures institutional and individual compliance with the law and government policies pertaining to J-1 exchange students and scholars. ISSS advises students regarding the F and J regulations so that students maintain their F or J immigration status, as well as providing support for international students in adjusting to life in the U.S. and in achieving their academic goals. Examples of ISSS responsibilities include: ● ● ● ● Advising students in all areas related to F and J immigration regulations Advocating on policy matters affecting international students Advising the International Student Organization Making referrals and providing guidance on issues related to health insurance, taxes, banking, and acquiring a driver’s license, MN State ID or social security card 28 Academic Policies and Procedures Academic Calendars All graduate programs meet on a semester calendar. The Academic Calendars can be found at www.augsburg.edu/registrar. All academic calendars are subject to change without notice. Academic Policies The university and its faculty subscribe to the Statement of Principles on Academic Freedom as promulgated by the American Association of University Professors and the Association of American Colleges. Academic Honesty A university is a community of learners whose relationship relies on trust. Honesty is necessary for the functioning of the Augsburg University community. Academic dishonesty destroys the trust necessary to the functioning of this community and is, therefore, abhorred and prohibited. In its 1990 "Statement on Plagiarism," The American Association of University Professors (AAUP) Committee B on Professional Ethics notes that one form of academic dishonesty, plagiarism, "is theft of a special kind [in which] a fraud is committed upon the audience that believes those ideas and words originated with the deceiver. Plagiarism is not limited to the academic community but has perhaps its most pernicious effect in that setting. It is the antithesis of the honest labor that characterizes true scholarship and without which mutual trust and respect among scholars is impossible." It is, of course, necessary that academic dishonesty be defined so that all concerned will know their responsibilities. The following guidelines are intended to help define academic honesty policies and describe the process involved in assuring adherence to these policies. These policies and definitions are included in the Augsburg University Student Guide and the Augsburg University Faculty Handbook. Faculty members are encouraged to call attention to the policy in their syllabi and introductions to their courses and to note in their syllabi any specific concerns, additions, or penalties particular to their courses. Nevertheless, it remains the responsibility of students to have read and understood these definitions and policies. Students who do not understand these definitions and policies should seek assistance from their professors, Office of the Provost, Academic Deans, or Dean of Students. Definitions 1. Plagiarism. Plagiarism is probably the most common and obvious form of academic dishonesty. Plagiarism is defined in the Student’s Book of College English by Skwire and Chitwood (Encino California: Glencoe Publishing Co., 1975) as follows: Plagiarism is the use of facts, opinions, and language taken from another writer without acknowledgment. In its most sordid form, plagiarism is outright theft or cheating; a person has another person write the paper or simply steals a magazine article or section of a book and pretends to have produced a piece of original [work]. Far more common is plagiarism in dribs and drabs; a sentence here and there, a paragraph here and there. Unfortunately, small-time theft is still theft, and small-time plagiarism is still plagiarism. For your own safety and self-respect, remember the following rules - not guidelines, rules: a. The language in your paper [or oral presentation] must either be your own or a direct quote from the original author or source. If a direct quote, the original author or source must be properly cited. b. Changing a few words or phrases from another writer's work is not enough to make the writing “your own.” (See “a” above.) The writing is either your own or the other person's; there are no in-betweens. 29 c. Footnotes or citations acknowledge that the fact or opinion expressed comes from another source. If the language comes from another source, quotation marks are necessary in addition to a footnote or citation. Other methods of indicating use of a direct quotation such as indentation are acceptable if they are commonly recognized. d. A writer may not avoid a charge of plagiarism simply because the work from which material has been used is included in a citation somewhere in the writing. Each occurrence of the use of another person's work must be cited. 2. Other Forms of Academic Dishonesty. Other forms of academic dishonesty include the following: a. Using external assistance in the completion of course assignments and examinations unless such assistance has been specifically authorized by the instructor. Such activities as the use of "cheat sheets," looking at another student's answers during a test, and using unapproved resources are forbidden. Assistance requiring instructor authorization might include but is not limited to use of technology (e.g., a calculator, phone, the internet, forms of artificial intelligence), use of books or notes during an examination, using professionally prepared materials, or having another person make specific suggestions for changes and corrections on an assignment. It is, for example, acceptable for a reader to suggest that a paragraph is unclear or needs more detail; it is unacceptable to offer specific rewording or details for inclusion. Use of official University tutors or the Writing Lab for assistance is not ruled out by this section unless specifically forbidden by the instructor. b. Handing in material for course assignments that has been, in large part, used to meet requirements in other courses without gaining previous permission of the instructor. c. Presenting as one's own work what has been done wholly or in part by another person or a professional service without gaining the previous permission of the instructor. This prohibition includes but is not limited to allowing another person to conduct research or select written materials that will be used to complete an assignment, using a paper or assignment prepared by another student as an assignment in a previous course, using papers prepared by other individuals ( found on the internet or elsewhere) or generated through the use of artificial intelligence that may be submitted in whole or in part or used as the basis of a rewritten paper. d. Failing to acknowledge that work has been done collaboratively. It is dishonest to work with another student or several students on a single project that will be multiplied and turned in separately as if it were the work of each individual alone. e. All collaborators on a project must be explicitly identified. This prohibition is not intended to discourage appropriate collaborative work but to emphasize that collaboration must be acknowledged. f. Fabricating research in the completion of assignments. This prohibition includes but is not limited to entirely or partially fabricating scientific research results or inventing information or citations for use in completing assignments. g. Interfering with the work of another student. It constitutes academic dishonesty to hinder the work of another student by stealing, destroying, changing, or otherwise interfering with that student's accomplishment of academic assignments. This prohibition involves but is not limited to such things as stealing or mutilating library materials or other academic resources. h. Knowingly assisting another student to engage in academic dishonesty constitutes itself a form of academic dishonesty. Assisting in academic dishonesty includes but is not limited to such things as permitting another student to complete an assignment where such assistance is not authorized by the instructor, giving another access to a completed assignment which that student will submit as her or his own work, allowing another student to copy during an examination, or offering information to another during an examination. 30 Sanctions and Procedures 1. At the beginning of each course, professors will spend some class time explaining any areas of the Augsburg University Academic Honesty Policy which have particular relevance to a specific application in the course, or the policy will be detailed in the syllabus. It is assumed that students know and understand the Academic Honesty Policy. If you have questions, it is your responsibility to get information from the faculty member. Professors may or may not have you sign a statement acknowledging your understanding of the statement at one or more times during the term. The statement reads: I have read and understand the policies of Augsburg University regarding academic honesty. I understand how they apply to this course, and I pledge myself to abide by the policies and work to create an atmosphere of academic integrity on the campus. 2. A faculty member who makes a determination of academic dishonesty will meet privately with the student involved to discuss the charge and the penalty. This meeting is intended to give the student the opportunity to understand the reason for the determination and to learn from the experience. It is also intended to give the professor the opportunity to gain information that may be useful in understanding the student's behavior and in deciding upon the penalty. In the event that such behavior occurs after the completion of classes (e.g., a term paper handed in near the end of classes), the professor may notify the student in writing. 3. Even the first occurrence of academic dishonesty by a student may result in a severe penalty. The definitions above rather than any consideration of the student's intentions will be the determining factor in a judgment of academic dishonesty. Intention may be considered in determining the penalty. 4. Penalties imposed by the professor may include a "zero" or failing grade on the assignment or examination which involved the dishonesty, other academic penalties as outlined in the syllabus for the course or other statement of policies distributed by the professor, forced withdrawal from the course, or failure in the course. 5. Faculty members have a responsibility to inform the Provost’s Office in writing of a determination of academic dishonesty. This report will include the name of the student involved; a brief description of the event, including supporting documentation, such as a research paper with plagiarized passages; and a description of the penalty. This material will be kept on file in the Provost's Office under the student's name and the appropriate Academic Dean will be notified. It will not become part of a student's regular academic record and will not be released to anyone off campus. 6. If it has been determined that a student has violated the Academic Honesty Policy, the student may not drop or withdraw from the course. If a student drops or withdraws from a course before an academic honesty decision has been adjudicated, the course will be reinstated to allow for the decided disciplinary action to take place. 7. A single serious infringement of academic honesty or recurrent incidents of dishonesty may result in temporary or permanent dismissal from the University or withholding of the degree. Permanent dismissal may be notated on the student's transcript. Students may be asked to meet with the faculty member(s) involved, Dean of Students, Academic Dean, and/or Associate Provost to provide additional information about the incident. If a student fails to attend this meeting, a decision on penalties will be made without the student’s input. Such penalties will be determined by the Academic Dean and the Dean of Students. Appeals A student who thinks that a determination of academic dishonesty has been made incorrectly or that a penalty has been too severe may appeal the decision or the penalty. Ordinarily, the student will appeal first to the chair of the department in which the course is taught (or with the Division Chair if the Department Chair is also the instructor). If the issue is not resolved, the student may appeal to the appropriate Academic Dean by completing the General Student Concerns Form . Decisions made by the Academic Dean will be considered final. 31 Evaluation and Grading Evaluation of academic performance is based on letter grades using an A ‐ F scale. Grading option cannot be changed from traditional (A - F) to Pass/No Credit. Explanation of grades: Grade A AB+ B BC+ C CD+ D DF / FN P N Grade Points 4.00 3.67 3.33 3.00 2.67 2.33 2.00 1.67 1.33 1.00 0.67 0.00 0.00 0.00 Description Failure Pass* No Pass *The letter equivalent of a P grade is a B / 3.0 or higher for graduate courses. Pass/No Pass Grades In graduate courses, the grading option cannot be changed from the traditional A ‐ F grading scale to the Pass/No Pass grading system. Some graduate courses only use the Pass/No Pass grading system. In order to receive a grade of P, students must achieve at least a grade of B. Incomplete (I) Grades Incomplete grades (I) are to be given only in the case of extreme emergency (e.g., illness, family emergency, death in the family, military commitment). If you have any questions regarding the qualifying emergency please contact your instructor for verification. An incomplete grade (I) may be awarded when the instructor grants permission after determining that a student emergency may delay completion of coursework. Students who receive an incomplete grade should be capable of passing the course if they satisfactorily complete outstanding course requirements. To receive an incomplete grade, a student must file an Application for Incomplete Grade form with the Registrar’s Office that states the reasons for the request, outlines the work required to complete the course, and includes the course instructor’s and program director’s signatures. 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 (including summer) 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 an F. 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 32 maintained. A final grade will be issued at the end of the term in which the work is completed and evaluated (but not longer than one year). An instructor has the right to not grant an extension where satisfactory progress is not demonstrated. If the course is not completed, a grade of F will be assigned. Withdrawal (W) Grade A course is given a grade of W (withdrawn) when a student withdraws from the course after the deadline for dropping classes without a W grade and before the last day to withdraw. Withdrawals negatively impact credit completion rate but do not negatively impact the grade point average. Repeated Courses A course in which a grade of F, FN, D-, D, D+, C-, C, C+, B-, or N has been received may be repeated for credit. Courses in which higher grades have been earned may not be repeated for credit and a grade, but may be audited (exceptions are made for academic programs with minimum grade requirements of a B+ or higher or other catalog policies that require a course to be retaken). All courses taken each semester and grades earned, including W and N, will be recorded on the academic record. Only the credits and grades earned for the most recent attempt, for legitimately repeated courses, are counted toward graduation and in the grade point average. Courses completed at Augsburg University must be repeated at Augsburg to be included in the repeat policy. Auditing Courses Students who wish to take courses without credit or grade may do so by registering for Audit (V) on a space-available basis. Graduate students will be charged an audit fee of $1,000. The signature of the instructor is required to register an audit. Students who audit a course should confer with the instructor within two weeks of the beginning of the term to determine expectations, attendance, and any other requirements. If expectations have been met, the course will be listed on the transcript with a V grade. If expectations have not been met, the course will be listed with a grade of W. Audited courses do not count towards graduation. Grade Point Average The grade point average (GPA) is based on final grades for all work at Augsburg. It does not include credit and grade points for work transferred from other institutions. The formula for calculating the GPA = Total grade points divided by number of credits attempted with A to F grades assigned. The following grading symbols are not included in the GPA calculation: Symbol P S N V W I X IP R GRT L NG Explanation Fall 2017 to Present: Pass, C- or higher undergraduate or B or higher graduate work; Prior to Fall 2017: Pass, 2.0 or higher undergraduate or 3.0 or higher graduate work Satisfactory No pass, no credit Audit, no credit Withdrawn Incomplete Extension, incomplete In progress Repeat Credit granted Required lab component (a credit-bearing grade was earned in the corresponding lecture course) Not graded, no credit 33 Final Grade Appeal Procedure Students are entitled to full and clear explanations of their grades. The instructor of each course has authority over all academic matters pertaining to that course, including (but not limited to) establishing requirements, assigning grades, and communicating the reasons for those grades to the student. A student who believes that a final course grade is incorrect or has been inappropriately influenced by nonacademic factors has the right to appeal that course grade. Ordinarily, the student will appeal first to the instructor; then, if the grievance is not resolved, to the chair of the department in which the course is taught. If a student does not feel comfortable approaching the faculty member directly, they may discuss their concerns and potential interest in appealing with the chair of the department (or with the Division Chair if they are uncomfortable with the Department Chair). If the grievance is not resolved, the student may appeal to the appropriate academic dean through the formal appeal process. To the extent possible, grade appeals should adhere to the timelines and steps detailed in the procedures below. Augsburg University is committed to addressing concerns about student grades fairly and without significant delay. Whenever possible, we hope that grade appeals can be resolved informally. As such, the informal appeal should be completed before moving to a formal appeal. Step 1: Informal Grade Appeal / Initial Consultation with Faculty Member The student should send an email to the instructor requesting an explanation of the grade within 5 business days of the posting deadline or the grade being posted (whichever is later). In submitting this request, the student should be as specific as possible about why the final grade is being questioned (e.g., inquiries about grades on specific assignments). The instructor should be prepared to discuss and show records relating to the disputed grade to both the course assignment(s) and grading scale as defined in the course syllabus. This disclosure should not include information pertaining to grades of other students in the course, unless it is done so in a way that other students cannot be identified (e.g., reporting in the aggregate). Under normal circumstances, the faculty member is expected to respond to student requests for information within 5 business days of receiving the request. If, after receiving the information, the student thinks that a complete or satisfactory explanation has not been provided, the student may gather information to support their grade appeal and, within 5 business days after the start of the following term (including summer terms), communicate with the instructor their specific concerns about the grade that has been submitted. If the instructor is not available to discuss the appeal, the student should contact the chair of the instructor’s department. The instructor determines if a grade change is warranted and will notify the student of the decision. If it is determined that a grade change is warranted, the instructor will submit the change, and explanation for the change, to the Registrar’s Office. It is expected that a decision will be made within 10 business days of the instructor receiving the grade appeal from the student. If the instructor determines that a grade change is not warranted or files a grade change that the student does not believe is appropriate, the student should consult with the chair of the department in which the course is offered. This should occur within 5 business days following the instructor’s notification of their decision to the student. If the instructor is the department chair, the student should contact the appropriate division chair. In the rare circumstance where the instructor is also the department chair and division chair, the student should move directly to the formal grade appeal process. The department chair (or division chair), in consultation with the student and instructor (if available) will determine if a grade change is warranted. If so, the department chair will submit a grade change, and explanation for the change, to the Registrar’s Office. If the division chair is hearing the appeal and determines that a change is warranted they will submit a recommendation and rationale to the dean. The dean will then submit a grade change and explanation to the Registrar’s Office. If the student is not satisfied with the resolution of the appeal, they can move to the formal grade appeal. 34 Step 2: Formal Grade Appeal / Consultation with Dean Within 5 business days of completing the informal appeal process, the student should complete the Formal Grade Appeal Form and submit it to the Assistant Provost and Vice President of Student Experience and Success (Office of Academic Affairs). The Form will be forwarded to the appropriate dean for consideration. The formal grade appeal should clearly detail the appeal, include a summary of the informal appeal process, and include materials/documentation to support the appeal. After reviewing the formal grade appeal, the dean may seek additional information by communicating with the student, instructor, and/or department/division chair. The dean will then determine if a change is warranted. If the dean determines that a change is warranted, they will notify the instructor and submit the grade change to the Registrar’s Office along with an explanation for the change. Typically, the dean will only change a grade to P, NP, or W. If the dean determines that a change is not warranted they may end the appeal process. It is expected that the formal grade appeal process will conclude within 15 business days. Other processes exist for petitioning for retroactive or late withdrawals and petitioning to change a traditional grading option to a P/NP. In addition, when personal matters such as illness or family emergencies interfere with a student’s ability to complete a course, the student may file a request for an incomplete. These processes are managed by the Registrar and the Student Standing Committee. Student/Faculty grievances that do not specifically pertain to a final grade should be pursued through the Discrimination and Bias Incident Reporting Process. Additional University policies and procedures that do not fall within the scope of this appeal procedure are the Sexual Misconduct Policy, the Standards of Conduct Accountability Process, and the Student Standing Committee. Attendance Attendance and participation are critical to the success of any course. Evaluation of the level and quality of participation may be incorporated into the course grade. We view attendance as a joint commitment of both instructors and students to our professional development. Each instructor has the authority to specify attendance and participation requirements to address the needs of particular courses, individual students, or various learning styles. Lack of attendance may result in a failing grade and the requirement to repeat the course. Students must notify the professor in advance of any expected absence. In the case of an emergency, when prior notification is not possible, students must notify the professor of an absence as soon as possible. Non-Attendance/Non-Participation Attendance/participation in class is important for academic success and financial aid. Therefore, students are dropped for non-attendance/non-participation after the 10th business day of the term if reported by the instructor and billed a Failure to Withdraw Fee of up to $300. Students are ultimately responsible for dropping classes if they no longer plan to attend/participate. Students who have been dropped and wish to re-enroll must submit an Academic/Financial Petition. Graduate Continuation Policy Students registering for the final project course must complete the Final Project Registration/Graduate Continuation Contract by the last day to add with faculty signature for a Full Semester class as noted on the Academic Calendar. Upon receipt of the contract, the Registrar’s Office will enroll the student in the Continuation Program for 7 semesters. Entry into the Continuation Program maintains students’ active status in the graduate program, including library and AugNet Services. If a grade is not received by the grading deadline of the 7th semester, the grade will change from X to N. Students who wish to complete the final project after receiving a failing grade must meet with the program director to evaluate readmission to the university and program. Students who are readmitted may need to complete additional coursework 35 and will need to pay tuition and fees for any additional courses. If/when the final project course is completed, the new grade would replace the previous N grade. Students may withdraw from the university, and thus from the Continuation Program and the final project course, at any point during the continuation period and receive a W notation on the transcript for the final project course. Following a withdrawal, students are welcome to meet with the program director to evaluate readmission to the university and program. Students who are readmitted may need to complete additional coursework and will need to pay full tuition and fees for any additional courses. If/when the final project course is completed, the new grade would replace the previous W grade. Credit and Contact Hours Augsburg’s credit hour policy follows the federal guidelines in defining a semester credit hour as one fifty-minute period of instruction and 100 minutes of out-of-class work per week for fifteen weeks, or the equivalent amount of student work completed over a different time frame or via a different delivery method. All Augsburg programs follow the semester calendar with semester lengths from 14-16 weeks. Augsburg offers a summer semester which follows the same format as both fall and spring semester. Degree Requirements To be conferred the graduate degree, all graduate students must achieve the following: ● ● ● Successful completion of all required courses A cumulative GPA of 3.0; Physician Assistant students must consult the PA Program Progression Standards Policy. Successful completion of all degree requirements within the stipulated period of matriculation or a signed continuation agreement with Augsburg University. Probation and Dismissal Graduate students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average. If a student falls below a 3.0 average, the student will be placed on academic probation for the following term. A 3.0 cumulative grade point average must be restored in order for a student to be removed from probation. Graduate students in the Physician Assistant must consult the PA Program Progression Standards Policy. Graduate students in the Clinical Psychology program must consult the PsyD student manual for the Academic Warning and Reasons for Dismissal Policy. A student whose GPA falls below the required GPA for his/her graduate program (3.0 in most programs) in two or more terms may be subject to probation or dismissal. A plan for the student to continue in the program may be worked out with the program director. Students may also be dismissed for violation of standards of behavior defined by their profession, their program, or the university. Dismissal Appeals Process A student may appeal a program’s dismissal decision using the university’s program dismissal appeals process. Appeals are limited to procedural errors that the student can demonstrate negatively affected the outcome. The student initiates the appeal process by submitting a hard copy of the statement of appeal to the Dean of Professional Studies; email is not acceptable. The statement must identify each procedural error and state how each error negatively affected the outcome. The statement of appeal will be the only basis of the student’s appeal. The Dean of Professional Studies must receive the student’s statement of appeal within 14 calendar days of the date on the department’s written notification of dismissal. The Dean of Professional Studies will send a copy of the statement of appeal to the program chair/director. The program must submit a response to the student’s statement of appeal within 15 business days of the date that the statement was 36 received by the Dean of Professional Studies’ office. The Dean of Professional Studies will send a copy of the program’s response to the student. The Dean of Professional Studies will convene the Program Dismissal Appeals Committee, which will include the Dean of Professional Studies as a non-voting chair and three program faculty members (one from programs not named in the appeal: Business, Clinical Psychology, Creative Writing, Education, Leadership, Music Therapy, Nursing, Physician Assistant Studies, Social Work). The Program Dismissal Appeals Committee will schedule its hearing within 15 business days of receipt of the program’s statement of response. The Committee will meet with the student and a program representative to review the procedures and ask questions of both the student and the program representative. The student and program representative may each bring a third party to the review meeting (limited to an Augsburg University faculty member, staff member, or student). The role of the third party representative is to provide support to the student or the program representative, not to serve as an advocate during the meeting. Dropping or Withdrawing Courses may be dropped or withdrawn online through AugNet Records and Registration or with a Registration Form. For drop and withdrawal deadlines see the Academic Calendar. Independent Study Students may request to complete an independent study course as an addition to the required coursework. A faculty sponsor is required for an independent study project, and project proposals must be approved by the program director in order to receive credit. Normally, independent study may not be used as a replacement for a standard course offered in the curriculum, with the exception of the general elective (if approved). A special Directed/Independent Study Registration form is required. Term Off Students may take up to two semesters off and have continued access to Augsburg email and AugNet Services. If a student is not registered after the 10th day of the third semester, the student’s file will be deactivated and the student will need to submit an Application for Readmission to re-enroll. For an absence of any length, students should coordinate with their program director prior to leaving. Due to a variety of program schedules and cohorts for some degrees, it is required that students meet with their advisor and obtain the advice of their director. Evaluation of Transfer Credit Students may petition the program director for transfer credit to apply to program requirements. The transfer of credit will be evaluated on an individual basis. Students will be asked to provide appropriate documentation regarding previous coursework, including but not limited to an official transcript, course description, and syllabus. Augsburg considers credit from colleges and universities accredited by institutional accrediting agencies historically known as regional accreditors. Courses must have been taken at the graduate level and course content must be comparable to program requirements at Augsburg. The maximum number of semester credits that can be transferred is: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Master of Arts in Education (6) Master of Arts in Teaching (6) Master of Arts in Leadership (6) Master of Arts in Nursing (9) Master of Business Administration (18) Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing (12) Master of Music Therapy (Contact program director) 37 ● ● ● ● Master of Science, Physician Assistant Studies (Contact program coordinator) Master of Social Work (22) Doctor of Nursing Practice (Contact program director) Doctor of Psychology (30) Augsburg credits are calculated in semester hours. If you completed courses at other institutions that are quarter hours, they will be converted to semester hours. One quarter hour equates to two-thirds of a semester hour. The number of credits transferred is equal to the number of credits earned at the transfer institution, not the number of credits that would have been earned had the equivalent course(s) been completed at Augsburg. Transferred coursework with Augsburg equivalents is captured on the Transfer Evaluation and the degree audit, both of which are accessed from Records and Registration. Courses and credits that are accepted in transfer are recorded on the student’s transcript. Grades and grade points from other institutions are not transferred to Augsburg and are not included in the student’s cumulative grade point average. Definition of Official Transcript Official transcripts are marked with institutional security features, date, and appropriate signature. Augsburg University accepts official transcripts directly from another institution’s Office of the Registrar or a secure authenticated designated party. The transcript must arrive at Augsburg University in an envelope sealed by the issuing institution or via an encrypted electronic method (adapted from AACRAO, 2018). Veterans Education Benefits Augsburg University proudly supports military veterans, those who actively serve in the U.S. Armed Forces, and their families. Our faculty and staff are committed to helping veterans and active military succeed in their academic and professional endeavors. Augsburg is approved by the state approving agency for VA education benefits. Veterans and eligible spouses and dependents should consult with the VA School Certifying Officials in the Registrar’s Office and Student Financial Services about completion of enrollment verification and the forwarding of other information to the Department of Veterans Affairs. An individual who qualifies for VA education benefits will be asked to provide a Certificate of Eligibility, Statement of Benefits, or documentation from a vocational rehabilitation counselor to confirm eligibility for their benefit. For students who qualify for and are currently utilizing Chapter 31 or Chapter 33 VA education benefits, Augsburg will not impose financial penalties or restrict access to registration or other campus services based solely on delayed payments from the VA. Please note that students are responsible for expenses beyond those covered by their VA education benefit; fees or other penalties may be assessed for failure to pay charges not covered by the VA. Students should contact the VA School Certifying Official in the Registrar’s Office if they have questions about what expenses are covered by their benefit. Additional information about veterans’ education benefits can be found at va.gov. Graduation Requirements See the applicable program section of this catalog for the program’s graduation requirements. The responsibility for ensuring that all degree requirements are satisfied rests with the student. Students should regularly review their degree audits and follow up with their program advisor about any questions or concerns. Students should consult their degree audits when preparing for registration. Program advisors are available to assist with registration planning. Each student is required to file an Intent to Graduate application within the last 12 months of their program. Application forms are available on the Registrar’s Office webpage. Submission of a complete Intent to Graduate application is what 38 makes the student eligible for commencement ceremony communications and the conferral of their degree upon program completion. 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 their degree have been 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 University community to celebrate academic achievement. 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 University holds one commencement ceremony in the spring for all students – undergraduate and graduate. Students who have submitted an Intent to Graduate application for one ceremony may later defer to a future ceremony. The deadline for deferring to a future commencement ceremony is the day prior to the commencement ceremony selected on the Intent to Graduation application. Diploma Each graduate will receive their diploma and a copy of their unofficial transcript in the mail 6-8 weeks upon completion of their last requirement. This mailing will be sent to the address that displays in their Records & Registration record. Graduates are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of this mailing address. Incorrect mailing addresses will result in the student paying for reshipment or being required to pick up the mailing at the Registrar’s Office. Augsburg University diplomas note the degree earned and the date of conferral. Diplomas do not list the program or major(s) completed. Augsburg offers the following graduate degrees: Master of Arts, Master of Business Administration, Master of Fine Arts, Master of Music Therapy, Master of Science, Master of Social Work, Doctor of Nursing Practice, and Doctor of Psychology. Religious Holiday Policy As an academic community, Augsburg University embraces the Network of ELCA Colleges & Universities’ (NECU) mission to be “rooted” and “open” so that all may flourish. This necessitates that we regularly reassess the familiar and consider new options. A community of caring mentors and colleagues makes possible each student’s intellectual growth, personal maturation, and vocational discernment. The following policy and procedure for the observance of recognized holy days is consistent with the university’s mission. Overview In recognition that observance of recognized religious holidays may affect students’ classroom attendance and the submission of graded work in courses, Augsburg University accommodates religious observances and holidays of diverse religious traditions. This policy reflects the university’s commitment to being responsive to our students’ diverse religious beliefs and to encourage students’ spiritual development. In accordance with the policy, students who miss class to observe a religious holiday are required to make prior arrangements with individual instructors for how any work missed during an absence will be completed. Absence from class due to observance of a religious holiday is normally excused according to university policy; however, students are expected to make up the work they miss, and the University understands that there may be extenuating circumstances, specific to a particular course, that make it difficult or impossible for a faculty member to grant such a request. Faculty are encouraged to consider recognized religious holidays when establishing course deadlines and assigning course work and to support students in their religious practices by observing this policy. To support faculty in accommodating the religious practices and commitments of our students, Augsburg has established procedures to be 39 followed by students: students are responsible for notifying their instructors of a planned absence due to an observance and/or holiday. Procedure The religious holiday observance notification procedure is based on the assumption and expectation that students will act in accordance with the University’s Standards of Conduct. The procedure and subsequent guidelines for students missing class to observe religious holidays are as follows: ● Students are expected to formally notify their instructors at least two weeks in advance that they will miss class in order to observe a religious holiday. Students are to complete the Religious Observance Notification Form. ● The Religious Observance Notification Form must be submitted online. It is routed to the faculty member faculty member and the University Pastors in the Campus Ministry Office. Should either of these parties raise questions about the request, they will contact the student or the faculty member’s academic dean. ● This procedure can only be used to notify an instructor of an absence from class necessitated by observance on a religious holiday. ● Students are required to make prior arrangements with individual instructors for completion of any work missed during an absence. ● Students are encouraged to file their Religious Observance Notification Form as early in the semester or term as possible, but must submit it no later than two weeks prior to the religious holiday to ensure that instructors make every effort to accommodate the request. Instructors have no obligation to honor requests made within two weeks of a planned absence as a result of a religious holiday. Absences may be considered “unexcused” if the form is not filed in accordance with this provision. ● If a student has a question regarding the Religious Holiday Observance Policy, they should contact Babette Chatman, University Pastor, Director of Campus Ministry or John Schwehn, University Pastor. ● Students may wish to consult with the Vice President of Equity and Inclusion or the faculty member’s academic dean if an instructor is unable or unwilling to grant their request. Working with Instructors Because students are required to make prior arrangements with individual instructors for completion of any work missed during an absence and instructors may want to use the same exercise that the rest of the class has completed, students are obligated to avoid obtaining any information about that graded exercise that would give an unfair advantage over other students taking the course. In the event that a religious holiday should fall during exam week, students should contact their instructor during the first week of the course to make sure a work around is possible. If one is not possible, or there is a special circumstance like a performance or a concert that cannot be made up, the student may be advised to take that specific course during a different semester. 40 Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) The primary purpose of the Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in clinical psychology degree program is to educate and train students in the major aspects of clinical practice. To help ensure that students are prepared adequately, the curriculum integrates theory, training, research, and practice, preparing students to work with a wide range of populations in need of psychological services and in a broad range of roles. Students who complete the clinical psychology program earn a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) degree. The awarding of this degree indicates that the recipient has mastered the fundamental academic and experiential elements of clinical psychology. In contrast to the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree, which is primarily a research degree attainable in a variety of academic disciplines, the Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) degree program combines relevant research, applied theory, and field experience and is designed to prepare the graduate to apply psychological knowledge in a variety of settings and roles. The PsyD program will accept students who have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree. Although prior degrees need not be in psychology, some psychology courses are required (as foundation courses), and some experience in psychological services is desirable. The PsyD program uses a practitioner-scholar model for training and evaluation. In addition to the prescribed coursework, the required curriculum for all PsyD students includes practicum field experiences and an internship. To complete the doctoral program successfully, students must demonstrate competency in a number of specific clinical and conceptual skills, and must complete a Clinical Research Project in the area of applied clinical psychology. The curriculum to be offered within the doctoral degree program consists primarily of courses that are required of all graduate students. Some of these required courses cover the major theories of historical and modern psychology and their application in current practice; the stages of the developmental process, and the basis for behavior; psychopathology; and a series of courses dealing with the administration and interpretation of various forms of assessment, basic intervention skills and various theory and therapy approaches. Students are also required to participate in two years of practicum field experience in assessment and psychotherapy and the seminar that accompanies each practicum. Various elective courses cover a wide range of areas, including advanced therapy and the treatment of special populations. A one-year internship or its equivalent is the final stage in the training process for the doctoral degree. Included among the basic objectives of the PsyD program are the following: ● ● ● ● ● Preparing practitioners to deliver basic diagnostic and therapeutic services to diverse populations, whether on an individual, family, or group basis Enabling practitioners to integrate biological, psychological, and sociocultural aspects of human functioning into their clinical approach Assisting practitioners to assume leadership positions within the healthcare delivery system Training psychologists to work with professionals from other disciplines as part of an effectively functioning healthcare team Preparing practitioners to evaluate and use clinical research applications of psychology Program Aims and Competencies The Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology program aims to educate and train students following the practitioner-scholar model, so that they will be able to function effectively as health service psychologists. To ensure that students are adequately prepared, the curriculum is designed to provide for meaningful integration of psychological research, theory, and clinical practice with diverse individuals within a broad spectrum of contexts. The program emphasizes the development of knowledge, skills, and attitudes essential for psychologists who are committed to the ethical provision of quality, evidence-based psychological services, including therapy, assessment, consultation, and supervision. Interpersonal and multicultural competency are foundational elements of our program. 41 Students who complete the clinical psychology program will earn a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) degree. The awarding of this degree indicates that the recipient has mastered the fundamental academic and experiential elements of clinical psychology. In addition to the prescribed coursework, the required curriculum for all students includes practicum field experiences and an internship. To complete the doctoral program successfully, students must demonstrate competency in a number of specific clinical and conceptual skills, and must complete a Clinical Research Project in the area of applied clinical psychology. Graduates are trained in the science and practice of psychology, and are able to apply the clinical skills of observation, assessment, intervention, and evaluation to help different segments of our ever-changing society. The areas of competency are modeled, in part, after those specified by the National Council of Schools and Programs of Professional Psychology and the standards of the American Psychological Association. Coursework is designed to meet coursework requirements for licensure as a psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Program Competencies The following are the program competencies expected of students upon graduation from this PsyD Clinical Psychology program. 1. Students will demonstrate competency in research, including knowledge of research and quantitative methods as well as psychometrics 2. Students will demonstrate knowledge of ethical and legal standards, and conduct themselves in an ethical manner 3. Students will demonstrate competency in individual and cultural diversity, including knowledge of the theoretical and empirical knowledge base and the ability to apply it 4. Students will demonstrate knowledge of professional values and attitudes, as well as self-reflective practice and an openness to supervision and feedback 5. Students will demonstrate professional skills to communicate clearly and effectively in oral and written domains 6. Students will demonstrate effective interpersonal skills in professional interactions and relationships 7. Students will demonstrate competency in assessment, including the ability to administer and interpret psychological tests and apply knowledge of strengths and psychopathology to the assessment process 8. Students will demonstrate competency in intervention, including developing and applying evidence-based treatment plans, and evaluating treatment effectiveness 9. Students will evidence knowledge of supervision models and practices 10. Students will evidence knowledge of consultation models and practices, and demonstrate interprofessional/interdisciplinary skills 11. Students will have knowledge of basic areas in scientific psychology, including affective, biological, cognitive, developmental, and social aspects of behavior; and the history and systems of psychology Effective October 20, 2019, the Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology degree program is accredited, inactive by the Commission on Accreditation (CoA) of the American Psychological Association (APA) as a teachout program for the APA-accredited PsyD in Clinical Psychology Program at Argosy University Twin Cities. This accreditation status designates an accredited program that is no longer admitting students. This status was granted to accommodate teach-out students from Argosy University. Persons who were not enrolled in accredited Argosy programs are not to be admitted to the Augsburg University/Argosy Teach-out accredited, inactive program. Effective December 8, 2021, the program is also APA-accredited on contingency for non-teachout, non-Argosy University students in the Clinical Psychology PsyD program. The Program is accredited, on contingency, through the following date: December 8, 2026. Questions related to the program’s APA accredited status should be directed to the Commission on Accreditation: Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation American Psychological Association, 750 1st Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002, Phone: (202) 336-5979 / E-mail: apaaccred@apa.org / Web: www.apa.org/ed/accreditation For both Argosy teach-out and newly enrolled students, Augsburg University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (as of October 21, 2019) to offer the Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology. Matriculation through the 42 PsyD in Clinical Psychology degree program curriculum is designed to help prepare students to sit for the national licensure examination and to meet licensure requirements in the state of Minnesota. Licensure requirements and standards for professional practice vary from state to state; therefore, prospective and enrolled students are urged to examine the requirements of the specific state in which they plan to practice. State licensure requirements may be obtained from: Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards P.O. Box 4389 Montgomery, Alabama 36103 332.832.4580 www.asppb.org Academic Requirements and Policies Graduation Requirements Students who are admitted into the Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology degree program will be responsible for completing the program requirements that are in effect at the time of their admission. The school retains the right to modify these requirements in accordance with the demands of the profession of psychology. To be eligible for graduation, students must meet the following requirements. ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● The satisfactory completion of 98 semester credit hours. The total credit hours must include: o 69 credit hours of core courses o 2 credit hours of Professionalization Group o 12 credit hours (two years) of practicum and practicum seminar groups o A minimum of 9 credit hours of general electives o 6 credit hours of Clinical Research Project Successful completion of the Comprehensive Examination no later than the beginning of the fifth year Successful completion of all sections of the Clinical Competency Evaluation (CCE) Successful completion of a 2,000-hour internship, in not less than 12 and not more than 24 months GPA of at least 3.00 (B average) Completion of these requirements within seven years of matriculation into the program A completed Petition to Graduate approved by program administration and submitted to Augsburg’s registrar. The Clinical Research Project is approved by all committee members as final, and submitted and accepted into IDUN. All courses other than electives are considered core courses. Students are required to retake a core course if they receive a grade below “B-.” and a course cannot be used as a prerequisite for another course if the student received a grade below B-. The course must be retaken no later than the end of the next calendar year with an earned grade of “B-” or better. The date of graduation listed on your transcript will be the university’s set conferral date following either (1) completion of internship, or (2) completion of the Clinical Research Project, whichever is later. Additional Requirements for Academic Progress for the PsyD Students are expected to complete the PsyD in Clinical Psychology degree program in five years. Students must complete the program within seven years after matriculation, with the required practica typically completed by the end of the fourth year. Students are required to be in full-time residence in the program for a minimum of one academic year of pre-internship enrollment. Three full-time academic years (or the equivalent thereof) are dedicated to graduate coursework, including two years of practicum training that typically occurs during the second and the third academic years. Students typically maintain full-time enrollment in the program until all course requirements have been completed. Continuous registration in the program is typical for all students prior to internship. 43 Extensions allowing enrollment beyond the seven-year limit may only be granted by the program director. Such extensions will only be granted under extenuating circumstances to allow completion of all degree requirements within a short period of time. Additional requirements for academic progress are described in the PsyD Program Student Handbook. Clinical Training Overview Clinical trainings are supervised, out-of-class experiences in clinical settings. Through this contact, students have the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge, implement clinical techniques based on this knowledge, and develop the professional and personal attitudes important to the identity of a professional psychologist. By the end of clinical training, Clinical Psychology program students are expected to possess effective assessment and intervention skills, demonstrate cultural competence, relational competence, and practice in an ethical manner. During their clinical training, students advance through progressively challenging levels of training. At each level, a student’s progress is assessed in multiple ways by multiple faculty members and field supervisors. In order to advance to the next level of clinical training, the student must pass certain courses, complete practicum, and demonstrate competency in specific clinical tasks. Practicum and Practicum Seminar Requirements Completion of two practica, the first focusing on psychological assessment and the second focusing on psychological interventions, must be completed for the PsyD in Clinical Psychology degree program. Details of Practicum and Practicum Seminar eligibility and requirements may be found in the PsyD Program Student Handbook. Clinical Competency Evaluation (CCE) Requirements The Clinical Competency Examination (CCE) is a series of competency-based tasks required for PsyD students in which students demonstrate to the faculty a mastery of major clinical assessment and therapy skills. The purpose of this evaluation is to monitor the student’s growth and development of clinical competence in accordance with the standards of the profession and to ensure student acquisition of appropriate skill levels for subsequent internship training and clinical practice. Detailed requirements for the CCE are contained in the PsyD Program Student Handbook. Comprehensive Examination Requirements Students in the PsyD in Clinical Psychology degree program are required to successfully complete a Comprehensive Examination to demonstrate that they have mastered the fundamental theories and concepts required of a clinical psychologist. The Comprehensive Examination covers material from required courses and training activities during the first three years of study in the Clinical Psychology Program. Procedures for the Comprehensive Examination are described in the PsyD Program Student Handbook. Clinical Research Project Requirements The Clinical Psychology program requires each PsyD student to develop a Clinical Research Project (CRP) as a requirement for graduation. The CRP is intended to be a scholarly work that provides students an opportunity to deepen their knowledge and thought about a particular clinical area; to demonstrate the ability to analyze methodological issues; and to produce an original piece of scholarly work in the field of clinical psychology. Assisting the student in this process is a committee of faculty members who will review the material and make recommendations and suggestions. Detailed requirements for completing the Clinical Research Project are found in the CRP Manual section of the PsyD Program Student Handbook. Internship Requirements The internship is typically completed during the fifth year of graduate studies for PsyD students, after all PsyD coursework is finished. All students applying for internship are required to fully participate in the national matching process through the Association of Psychology Postdoctoral and Internship Centers (APPIC; www.appic.org). APPIC 44 matches graduate students with intern training sites. Students are required to apply to a minimum of 15 APA Accredited internship match sites (unless an exception is approved by the Director of Training). The Director and Associate Director of Clinical Training help students identify appropriate locations to apply for internship and prepare the documentation necessary for internship application. During the course of the internship, the Training Department continues to monitor the progress of the student and maintain contact with the student and his or her supervisor. While an internship may be a paid position, the internship site may not be the student’s regular or prior place of employment. The internship must be completed within the overall seven-year time limit for completing the doctoral degree program. Internships normally require a full-time commitment for 12 months. A student may not apply for an internship without the approval of the Director of Training. All internship application materials must be approved by the Director of Training. Detailed requirements for internship are described in the PsyD Program Student Handbook. Additional Academic Standards and Student Evaluation Students in the PsyD in Clinical Psychology degree program are in training to fill the professional role of a licensed health service psychologist. As such, their performance and competence will be evaluated across a number of dimensions. In addition to performance on traditional academic tasks and requirements, the student’s cognitive, emotional, psychological and interpersonal functioning and development will be reviewed and evaluated. Students are also required to conform to ethical standards which govern the behavior of professional psychologists. Transferring Courses from Other Institutions (Apart from Argosy University Twin Cities Clinical Psychology PsyD Program) Students who have completed graduate coursework at another institution may petition the program director(s) for transfer of courses in the PsyD in Clinical Psychology degree program up to a maximum of 30 credit hours (10 courses). Detailed information about eligibility for transferring courses is contained in the PsyD Program Student Handbook. Students are strongly encouraged to submit transfer requests before or during the first semester of enrollment in the program. The transfer request must be accompanied by a transcript reflecting completion of the course and the grade received, along with other supporting documentation, such as course description, syllabus, and work samples. No transfer credit will be given for courses taken elsewhere after matriculation into the Clinical Psychology degree program. For teachout students, all courses that were taken in the PsyD Clinical Psychology Program at Argosy University Twin Cities campus will generally be transferred to Augsburg in full, provided grade minimum and other course requirements were met. Course credits transferred to Augsburg from Argosy as part of the Argosy teachout program do not count towards the total number of transfer credits allowed when transferring to Augsburg from an institution other than Argosy’s PsyD Clinical Psychology program. Criteria for Academic Warning and Program Dismissal The PsyD Program Student Handbook lists reasons for and criteria under which students may receive an academic warning or be dismissed from the PsyD programs. Residency Requirements PsyD students are required to complete a minimum of three full-time academic years of graduate study (or the equivalent thereof) and completion of an internship prior to being awarded the degree. At least two of the three academic training years (or the equivalent thereof) must be completed at the campus from which the degree is granted, and at least one year of which must be in full-time residence (or the equivalent thereof). Attendance Policy The PsyD program will follow Augsburg attendance policies. Any exceptions must be approved by the program director. More than two absences in a class can be grounds for not passing that class; students should notify faculty of any anticipated absences. 45 Criteria for Enrollment Load Students in the Doctor of Psychology program are considered to be enrolled full-time in the program if any of the following conditions apply: ● ● ● ● ● The student is registered in at least six credits during a semester. The student is registered in at least 3 credits and is also concurrently enrolled in a Clinical Research Project credit (PRP850, 851, 852, 853, 854, 855, or 859) or Advanced Practicum (PRP831 or 832). The student is registered in a Clinical Research Project credit (PRP850, 851, 852, 853, 854, 855, or 859) and is also concurrently enrolled in Advanced Practicum (PRP831 or 832). The student is registered in a Clinical Research Project credit (PRP850, 851, 852, 853, 854, 855, or 859) and is also concurrently enrolled in a half time internship (PRP890 or 891). The student is currently completing a full-time, 2,000 hour, 1-year internship, and is registered in PRP890 or PRP891, Predoctoral Internship. Students in the Doctor of Psychology program are considered to be enrolled half-time in the program if any of the following conditions apply: ● ● ● ● The student is registered in at least three credits during a semester. The student is currently completing their Clinical Research Project, and is enrolled in a Clinical Research Project credit (PRP850, 851, 852, 853, 854, 855, or 859). The student is currently completing a half-time Advanced Practicum and is enrolled in Advanced Practicum (PRP831 or 832). The student is currently completing a half-time 2,000 hour, 2-year internship, and is registered in PRP890 or PRP891, Predoctoral Internship. Admission to PsyD Requirements ● ● ● ● ● ● Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or an appropriately certified foreign institution Undergraduate degree grade point average of at least 3.0 (on a scale of 4.0) -orGraduate grade point average of 3.25 (on a scale of 4.0) To meet Augsburg University admission requirements, you must provide evidence of a sufficient command of both written and spoken English to study college courses conducted entirely in English. See the Admission section of this catalog for information about English language proficiency requirements. Completion of an interview with a member of the program Admissions Committee. An admissions representative is available to help interested applicants complete the following required documentation: o Completed Application for Admission Form o Admission Application Fee through PSYCAS (see information about PSYCAS below) o Personal/professional goal statement with a self-appraisal of qualifications for the profession o Current Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume (or career summary) o Three completed Applicant Recommendation Forms o Official transcripts from all post-secondary schools attended On rare occasions, an applicant with a grade point average lower than the stated admission requirements may be considered for admission if the applicant provides documented evidence of interest, ability, and aptitude for doctoral study in clinical psychology. All admission exceptions must be documented, recommended by the program admissions committee, and approved by the Program Director. Foundation Courses The Clinical Psychology program at Augsburg University requires applicants to successfully complete, with a “B-” or better, five undergraduate courses that serve as a basic foundation for course work in clinical psychology. Several of 46 these courses serve as direct prerequisites to the Clinical Psychology program graduate courses. The following three courses are required: ● ● ● Introduction to psychology or general psychology (may be waived if the applicant has completed a Bachelors or Masters degree in Psychology) Abnormal psychology, psychopathology, or maladaptive behavior Statistics or research methods Two additional courses in the field of psychology must also be completed. Students must complete these foundation courses before they matriculate in the PsyD in Clinical Psychology degree program. Application Process Augsburg University uses the Psychology Centralized Admissions System (PSYCAS). PSYCAS is a centralized application service supported by the American Psychological Association (APA) and Liaison International. Instructions on how to use PSYCAS and how your admissions documents will be uploaded and delivered to PSYCAS for processing can be found in the application: https://psycas.liaisoncas.com/. Students interested in applying should create an account on the PSYCAS web site. Creating an account is free; however, there is a $65 fee to PSYCAS for the first application. If a student is applying to other programs using PSYCAS for the admissions process, an additional fee is charged for each additional application. Non-Degree-Seeking Students in the PsyD Program The PsyD program allows non-degree-seeking students to take no more than two courses (and no more than 6 semester credits) without being admitted to the PsyD program. See the Augsburg University Non-Degree-Seeking Students Policy for details. Non-degree-seeking students are admitted on a case-by-case, space-available basis and must have completed all course prerequisites. Committee Decisions All applicants will receive written notification of the Admissions Committee’s decision. Admissions Committee decisions are final and are not subject to appeal. Clinical Psychology Faculty Sarah Addicks (2022). Associate Director of Training and Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology. BA, New York University. MS, MPH, Ph.D., West Virginia University. Marcia Bennett (2019). Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology. BA, University of South Dakota; MA, PhD, University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Margit Berman (2019). Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology. BA, PhD, University of Minnesota. Laurie Helgoe (2023). Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology. BA, Gustavus Adolphus College; PhD, University of Nevada-Reno. Patricia Hopkins (2021). Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology. BA, Minnesota State University, Mankato. MS, PhD, West Virginia University. Abigail Hughes-Scalise (2020). Program Director and Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology. BA, St. Olaf College. MA, PhD, Case Western Reserve University. James Theisen (2020). Director of Training and Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology. BS, Saint John’s University. MA, PhD, Fuller Graduate School of Psychology. 47 Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree includes all the required coursework to obtain your Minnesota teaching license in your area of expertise. The MAT program is designed for students seeking their initial license. Students who already possess a teaching license who are interested in a second license should look at the MAE program. Our program is unique in that it integrates an Early Career Teacher Seminar as a capstone experience that is designed to help you be successful in your career as a teacher. Our licensure concentrations are offered through a mix of undergraduate and graduate courses. We offer the following concentrations for the MAT Degree: Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Special Education, English as a Second Language. MAT with a concentration in Elementary Education 33 Graduate Credit Hours / 78 Total Credit Hours 100 Out of Class Field Hours Required This program is designed to prepare teachers for grades K-6. Optional endorsements in middle school specialty areas of math, science, social studies, and communication arts can be pursued along with or separately from the K-6 license. Program Requirements ● EDC 511 - Tools of Inquiry (3 CH) ● EDC 502 - Critical Histories and Philosophies of Education* (3 CH) ● EDC 566 - Diversity/Minnesota American Indians (3 CH) ● EDC 533 - Learning and Development in an Educational Setting (3 CH) ● EDC 544 - Learners with Special Needs* (3 CH) ● EDC 580 - School and Society (3 CH) ● EED 524 - Transcultural Literacies: An Introduction to Language and Literacy (3 CH) ● EED 525 - K-6 Language and Literacy Methods: Critical Applications for the Elementary Classroom* (3 CH) ● EED 550 - K-6 Methods: Math (3 CH) ● EED 560 - K-6 Methods: Science (3 CH) ● EDC 596 - Early Career Teacher Seminar (3 CH) To complete the license, students also will need to complete the following requirements at the undergraduate level: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● HPE 115 - Chemical Dependency Education EDC 220 - Educational Technology EED 311 - K-6 Methods: Health EED 312 - K-6 Methods: Physical Education EED 336 - Advanced Literacy Methods* EED 341 - K-6 Methods: Art EED 370 - K-6 Social Studies Methods: Decolonizing Curriculum and Classrooms EED 380 - Kindergarten Methods* EED 386 - K-6 Methods: Children’s Literature One of EDC 481 or EDC 482 o EDC 481 - Student Teaching: Initial License (12-14 weeks) o EDC 482 - Student Teaching: Endorsement EED 489 - Teacher Performance Assessment and Student Teaching Seminar *Field experience hours are required in these courses. Please see the Field Experience section for more information. MAT with a concentration in Secondary Education 30 Graduate Credit Hours / 68 – 107 Total Credit Hours** 48 100 Out of Class Field Experience Hours Required K-12 licenses prepare teachers to teach a content area across elementary, middle school, and high school. Licenses for grades 5-12 prepare teachers to teach at the middle and high school levels. K-12 Licenses are available in the following areas: Music, Physical Education, Visual Arts 5-12 Licenses are available in the following areas: Communication Arts, Health, Math, Social Studies 9-12 Licenses are available in the following subject areas: Biology, Chemistry, Physics Middle School Endorsements (5-8) are available in the following licensure areas: Social Studies, Communication Arts, Visual Arts, Health, Music, and Physical Education. A 5-8 general science license is also available. **Total Credit Hours vary depending on content area and the addition of a middle school endorsement. Program Requirements Please note that additional courses in content area may also be required. ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● EDC 511 - Tools of Inquiry (3 CH) EDC 502 - Critical Histories and Philosophies of Education* (3 CH) EDC 566 - Diversity/Minnesota American Indians (3 CH) EDC 533 - Learning and Development in an Educational Setting (3 CH) EDC 544 - Learners with Special Needs* (3 CH) EDC 580 - School and Society (3 CH) ESE 525 - Creating Learning Environments (3 CH) ESE 500 - Reading and Writing in Content Area* (3 CH) EDC 596 - Early Career Teacher Seminar (3 CH) To complete the license, students also will need to complete the following requirements at the undergraduate level: ● ● ● ● ● HPE 115 - Chemical Dependency Education EDC 220 - Educational Technology ESE 3XX - K-12 or 5-12 Methods (in the content area)* One of EDC 481, EDC 482, or EDC 483 o EDC 481 - Student Teaching: Initial License (12-14 weeks) o EDC 482 - Student Teaching: Endorsement o EDC 483 - Student Teaching: Initial License in PE, Music, Art, or ESL ESE 489 - Teacher Performance Assessment and Student Teaching Seminar *Field experience hours are required in these courses. Undergraduate Content Area Requirements The equivalent of a major in the licensure content area is required for K-12 and 5-12 licenses. Students who have majored in a field in which we offer licensure must have their previous coursework evaluated by the major department at Augsburg. Coursework must meet Minnesota licensure standards and have recorded a grade of C or better. Coursework older than seven years is judged on a case-by-case basis. If a student is missing requirements, specific undergraduate coursework will be required in order for the license to be attained. MAT with a concentration in Special Education 48 Graduate Credit Hours / 73 Total Credit Hours 190 Field Experience Hours The MAT in Special Education at Augsburg University corresponds with an Academic Behavioral Strategist (ABS), K-12 teaching license. This program qualifies students to teach in special education programs and positions working with 49 students with mild to moderate disabilities in the areas of emotional/behavioral disabilities, learning disabilities, autism spectrum disabilities, developmental and cognitive disabilities and other health disabilities. This program is built on an inclusive education model. Under this model, students learn how to work closely with both special and general educators to facilitate inclusion of special education students into the regular education classroom. Program Requirements ● EDC 511 - Tools of Inquiry (3 CH) ● EDC 502 - Critical Histories and Philosophies of Education* (3 CH) ● EDC 566 - Diversity/Minnesota American Indians (3 CH) ● EDC 533 - Learning and Development in an Educational Setting (3 CH) ● EDC 544 - Learners with Special Needs* (3 CH) ● EED 524 - Transcultural Literacies: An Introduction to Language and Literacy (3 CH) ● EED 525 - K-6 Language and Literacy Methods: Critical Applications for the Elementary Classroom* (3 CH) ● EED 550 - K–6 Methods: Math* (3 CH) ● EED 560 - K–6 Methods: Science* (3 CH) ● SPE 510 - Implementing Assessment Strategies* (3 CH) ● SPE 511 - Etiology and Theory of Mild to Moderate Disabilities (3 CH) ● SPE 515 - Theory to Practice* (3 CH) ● SPE 525 - Transition and Community* (3 CH) ● SPE 530 - Instructional and Behavioral Practices* (3 CH) ● SPE 540 - Parent and Professional Planning (3 CH) ● EDC 596 - Early Career Teacher Seminar (3 CH) To complete the license, students also will need to complete the following requirements at the undergraduate level: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● HPE 115 - Chemical Dependency Education MAT 137 - Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I EDC 220 - Education Technology EDC 330 and 332 - Building the Public Good: Public Achievement and Organizing EDC 331 and 333 - Practicum in Public Achievement EDC 481 - Student Teaching: Initial License (12-14 weeks) SPE 489 - Teacher Performance Assessment and Student Teaching Seminar *Field experience required as part of this course. MAT with a concentration in English as a Second Language (ESL) 36 Graduate Credit Hours / 69 Total Credit Hours 110 Field Experience Hours The K-12 English as a Second Language license is available as an initial license or as a second license. This license qualifies teachers to work with K-12 students for whom English is a second language across a range of subject areas. A prerequisite to program admissions is two years of high school level or one year of college level language instruction. Program Requirements ● EDC 511 - Tools of Inquiry (3 CH) ● EDC 502 - Critical Histories and Philosophies of Education* (3 CH) ● EDC 566 - Diversity/MN American Indians (3 CH) ● EDC 533 - Learning and Development in an Educational Setting (3 CH) ● EDC 544 - Learners with Special Needs* (3 CH) ● EED 525 - K-6 Language and Literacy Methods: Critical Applications for the Elementary Classroom* (3 CH) ● ESE 525 - Creating Learning Environments* (3 CH) ● ESL 510 - History and Structure of the English Language (3 CH) ● ESL 520 - ESL Literacy* (3 CH) 50 ● ● ● ESL 530 - Language, Culture, and Schools (3 CH) ESL 540 - ESL Methods* (3 CH) EDC 596 - Early Career Teacher Seminar (3 CH) To complete the license, students also will need to complete the following requirements at the undergraduate level: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● HPE 115 - Chemical Dependency Education EDC 220 - Educational Technology ESL 310 - Second Language Acquisition ESL 320 - Introduction to Linguistics ESL 410 - ESL Testing and Evaluation EDC 483 - Student Teaching: Initial License in PE, Music, Art, or ESL ESL 489 - Teacher Performance Assessment and Student Teaching Seminar *This course has a field experience requirement. Field Experience An important part of preparing to be a teacher resides in meaningful experiences in the field. For courses with a field experience, you should plan on a minimum of 20 hours spent in a classroom or other relevant learning environment during the weekday. Most field experiences are intended to be completed in a classroom or grade level that corresponds with your licensure type (e.g. K-6 classrooms for an elementary license). If more than one course with field experience is taken in a given term, field experience requirements expand accordingly (i.e., two courses with 20 hours of field experience each require a total of 40 hours). Graduate Elective Courses Depending on the licensure area, students may be required to take one or two graduate elective courses. Other students may wish to enroll in additional graduate coursework based on interest. MAT students may take any course offered at the 500 level in Education (EDC, ESE, EED, SPE) or Leadership (MAL) as a graduate elective. Graduate students may also petition to enroll in coursework offered by any graduate program at Augsburg University as a graduate elective. In many cases, the Graduate Director of the program offering the elective will also need to approve registration. Students may alternatively petition to have graduate coursework taken at another institution be accepted in transfer. Admission to MAT Admission Requirements Students admitted into the MAT licensure and degree programs must have: ● ● Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution or an appropriately certified foreign institution. Cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher. Application Checklist The following items must be sent to the Augsburg Office of Admissions: ● ● Completed application form – augsburg.edu/gpe/ Official academic transcripts from the Bachelor’s degree granting institution. o Additional transcripts will be requested to review relevant coursework that could be used to fulfill education licensure coursework. A student may request to have transcripts waived but this could extend the length of study at Augsburg. If a transcript is provided after admission, the initial course plan may no longer be accurate. 51 Admission as an International Student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students. Course Exceptions and Graduate Course Transfer Credit Some coursework required for licensure may be met through a course exception granted upon admission to the program. Previous coursework taken at other universities is evaluated by the Department Chair during the admission process. Some content area courses for secondary education students are evaluated by the content area department. This degree audit may reveal that fewer courses are required for licensure. In some circumstances, additional courses may be required in a secondary content area. When graduate coursework is met with a course exception, additional graduate credits will only be required if the total graduate credit hours to be earned is less than 30 CH. Graduate coursework accepted into the licensure program is not automatically accepted into the MAT degree program. Previous graduate coursework must have received a grade of B or better to be considered. See the graduate program director for approval to use graduate level transfer courses in the degree program. Students may transfer in no more than six (6) graduate credit hours from another institution. Acceptance into the MAT Program Application files are reviewed by the graduate program coordinator. Applicants are notified of the admission decision by the Office of Admissions. Applicants whose cumulative undergraduate GPA is below 2.5 can request an admission committee be formed by written petition to the Graduate Director. Advising and Registration Admitted students are able to participate in academic advising and the registration process. Typically, first-term registration occurs with intake advising. After the first term, students generally are able to register online through Records and Registration. All students are assigned an Education Department faculty advisor in the first semester of courses. MAT in Rochester The Master of Arts in Teaching program is also offered at our location in Rochester, MN. Rochester offers the MAT with concentrations in Elementary Education, Special Education, and English as a Second Language. Classes primarily meet weekday evenings and summer at Bethel Lutheran Church in Rochester. Academic Policies Cumulative GPA Requirement To complete the MAT program and maintain good academic standing, students must maintain a 3.0 or better Augsburg cumulative GPA. Graduation and Licensure/ Endorsement Requirements A minimum GPA of 3.00 overall and grades of P in student teaching courses are required for licensure as well as C- or better in all required core, specialty, and education major courses. Dismissal from Licensure and Degree Program Students may be dismissed from the MAT program for failure to maintain appropriate academic and teaching-based performance standards, for gross violation of university policy, and/or for conduct in violation of professional ethics. Dismissal occurs within the context of established department procedures described in the MAT/MAE Handbook. Students have the right to appeal dismissal from the program on the grounds of procedural error, using the university’s program dismissal appeals process. Information about the program dismissal appeals process is available in the Augsburg 52 Student Guide. Students who fail to complete the MAT program may have the option to finish their graduate degree in the MAE program (without a license). Readmission and Withdrawal Students in good standing who fail to register for courses for two terms (not including summer) are automatically withdrawn from the MAT program. To be readmitted to the university and the MAT program, students file a Readmission form through the Registrar’s Office. Program Costs In addition to tuition, students in this program can expect to pay a data maintenance fee upon admission to the department, as well as liability insurance at the student rate during student teaching and the cost of a background check for licensure and, possibly, field experience. In addition, optional international travel courses have associated costs above and beyond the charge for tuition. Licensure Tests All teachers seeking licensure through Augsburg must take and pass all tests required by the state of Minnesota for licensure. These include tests in basic skills, pedagogy and content area knowledge. Program Petition Process A student may petition to amend program requirements by written petition to the Graduate Program Director. Please note that changes to state licensure requirements cannot be granted. Please consult the MAT handbook for information regarding the petition process. Accreditation and Approvals Augsburg University Teacher Education programs are approved by: ● Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) Augsburg University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Credit Most MAT graduate level courses are offered for 3 semester credits. Each course is comprised of 37.5 instructional hours with the expectation of about 75 hours of independent study outside of class. Schedule of Classes The majority of the education courses in the MAT programs are offered on weekday evenings. Courses typically meet face to face every other week with online instruction during the alternate weeks. A few education courses and many undergraduate content area courses are offered in a face to face, classroom based format, meeting weekly in the evenings. Summer session courses are offered primarily on weekday evenings. Summer courses are offered in a mix of formats from all online to all face-to-face. Master of Arts in Education (MAE) For those interested in developing their professional capacity, taking graduate coursework in educational studies, or obtaining a second teaching license, Augsburg University offers a Master of Arts in Education (MAE) degree. The Master of Arts in Education (MAE) program offers professional educators and community workers the opportunity to develop their skills and understanding in curriculum and pedagogy. Our program prepares educators to serve students effectively and to nurture healthy change within schools, school systems and society. 53 Program Requirements 30 Graduate Credit Hours The MAE at Augsburg is premised by two assumptions: first, that we learn through a series of experiences, embodied through a lived curriculum or “currere” (Grumet & Pinar, 2014) and, second, that graduate inquiry entails an ongoing cycle of critical questioning and a commitment to continuous improvement, of ourselves and our world. This program invites students to engage in critical discourse relevant and pertinent to their own socio-cultural context, integrating relevant knowledge to address the problems they identify and wish to address. As we are all life-long learners, our faculty partner with students in collective searches and re-searches for insight and shared meaning. Our faculty bring their expert knowledge, both disciplinary and interdisciplinary, to help students gain access to the tools of scholarly and pragmatic inquiry, in order to critique, deconstruct our world as it is and envisage our schools and communities as we would like them to be. In other words, we co-construct curriculum with students, a collaborative effort to facilitate emergent intellectual and material journeys. This process entails studies of agency and self-politicization, understanding of different experiences and interactions with broken systems, and articulations of alternative ways of knowing and organizing our social relationships. Required Core Courses (9 CH) EDC 511 – Tools of Inquiry (3 CH) EDC 560 – Issues In/equity (3 CH) EDC 571 – Navigating Change in Education (3 CH) Concentration Coursework (12 CH) *Note: Concentration Coursework may consist of any education coursework. The following concentrations are recommended clusters of courses. Culture & Curriculum Concentration Options EDC 552 - Culturally Responsive Pedagogy (3 CH) EDC 5xx - Paideia Theory, Research, and Practice (3 CH) EDC 512 - Foundations of Curriculum and Instruction (3 CH) EDC 5xx - Out of School Pedagogies (3 CH) EDC 5xx - Education Policy and Advocacy EDC 566 - Diversity/MN American Indians (3 CH) EDC 543 - Critical Geography, Culture, and EcoJustice Education (3 CH) ESE 500 - Reading and Writing in the Content Area (3 CH) ESL 530 - Language, Culture and Schools (3 CH) SPE 530 - Instructional and Behavioral Practices (3 CH) SPE 510 - Implementing Assessment Strategies (3 CH) Community Engaged Learning Concentration Options EDC 552 - Culturally Responsive Pedagogy (3 CH) EDC 512 - Foundations of Curriculum and Instruction (3 CH) EDC 543 - Critical Geography, Culture, and EcoJustice Education (3 CH) EDC 541 - Experiential Education EDC 542 - Outdoor Education ESL 530 - Language, Culture, and Schools (3 CH) SPE 525 - Transition and Community (3 CH) SPE 540 - Parent and Professional Planning (3 CH) Elective Coursework Nine (9) Additional Credit Hours are required to complete the degree. These credit hours may be taken as electives from other graduate programs at Augsburg or from Education coursework. They may also be taken as professional 54 development workshops and institutes that offer graduate credit. Please contact the Graduate Programs in Education office or consult the Handbook for more information about these opportunities. Additional Degree Requirements Students in the MAE are required to complete an Inquiry Project in partial fulfillment of their degree. Details regarding the Inquiry Project are found below. Additional information can be found in the Graduate Programs in Education Handbook. Alternatively, students may petition to complete a thesis in lieu of the Inquiry Project. Please consult the Thesis Completion section below for details about doing a thesis in the MAE program. MAE Inquiry Project Students elect to complete the inquiry project in the graduate course of their choosing with the consent of the instructor. Since most courses have a culminating graduate assignment, students would notify their instructor that they wish to complete the inquiry project in their course. The instructor of the course serves as evaluator/facilitator of the inquiry project. An inquiry project should integrate and synthesize the course topic, student experience and insight, and the questions that underpin student inquiry throughout the program. An inquiry project may be classroom or community-based in nature. The inquiry project is a contextualized project designed by graduate students that facilitates: • • professional development within the context of a discipline. participation in and contribution to our broader communities. Mazzeo et al (Perin, 2011, p. 6) define contextualization as instructional strategies intended to link academic content with its application in a specific context relevant to the students. Additionally, community-based instruction is defined as systematic instruction that integrates community settings with meaningful learning and it is age-appropriate to the students. Drawing from the literature of experiential learning, the project will be designed with a focus on the relevance of presenting problems and societal issues, so that students can apply what they learn to their work in the world. The inquiry project is left to be intentionally open so that graduate students may design school or community based projects that are relevant to the context in which they work. This allows graduate students to explore a compelling project in which they are allowed to design an effective tool to be used in authentic settings and for authentic purposes. The form and content of the project will be proposed by the graduate students and guided within the content of one graduate course. Projects should demonstrate relevance and applicability to educational contexts. The project will include a synthesis of relevant literature, and inquiry and professional development activities undertaken by the student either alone or in collaboration with faculty, other graduate students, or community members. Support for Students After 12 credit hours, the Graduate Program will audit progress with each student to determine their progress towards developing an inquiry project. For students who require additional support in developing their projects, they may be advised toward particular coursework to better prepare their project work. Tools of Inquiry (EDC 511) may be repeated at the end of the program (counts as an elective) in order to further develop or hone their project if they are unable to complete it during the course in which they have elected to complete the Inquiry Project. Perin, D. (2011). Facilitating Student Learning Through Contextualization. Community College Research Center, Working Paper No. 29: New York, NY Columbia University. MAE with an additional teaching license For students who are seeking an additional teaching license as part of their graduate degree, required licensure courses are determined based on a transcript evaluation upon acceptance into the program. Additional courses at the undergraduate level may be required to satisfy state licensure requirements. 55 When seeking an additional license with a master’s degree, you may be required to take additional coursework to reach the required minimum of 30 Graduate Credit Hours. This additional coursework may be any course offered at the 500 level in Education (EDC, ESE, EED, SPE) or Leadership (MAL) as a graduate elective. MAE students seeking an additional license may also petition to enroll in coursework offered by any graduate program at Augsburg University as a graduate elective. In many cases, the Graduate Director of the program offering the elective will also need to approve registration. Students may alternatively petition to have graduate coursework taken at another institution be accepted in transfer. Up to nine (9) graduate credit hours outside of education may be applied to the degree. MAE: Additional License in English as a Second Language (ESL) 110 Field Experience Hours EDC 502 - Critical Histories and Philosophies of Education* (3 CH) EDC 566 - Diversity/MN American Indians (3 CH) EDC 533 - Learning and Development in an Educational Setting (3 CH) EDC 544 - Learners with Special Needs* (3 CH) EED 525 - K-6 Language and Literacy Methods: Critical Applications for the Elementary Classroom* (3 CH) ESE 525 - Creating Learning Environments* (3 CH) ESL 510 - History and Structure of the English Language (3 CH) ESL 520 - ESL Literacy* (3 CH) ESL 530 - Language, Culture, and Schools (3 CH) ESL 540 - ESL Methods* (3 CH) To complete the license, students also will need to complete the following requirements at the undergraduate level: HPE 115 - Chemical Dependency Education EDC 220 - Educational Technology ESL 310 - Second Language Acquisition ESL 320 - Introduction to Linguistics ESL 410 - ESL Testing and Evaluation *This course has a field experience requirement. MAE: Additional License in Special Education 190 Field Experience Hours EDC 502 - Critical Histories and Philosophies of Education* (3 CH) EDC 566 - Diversity/Minnesota American Indians (3 CH) EDC 533 - Learning and Development in an Educational Setting (3 CH) EDC 544 - Learners with Special Needs* (3 CH) EED 524 - Transcultural Literacies: An Introduction to Language and Literacy (3 CH) EED 525 - K-6 Language and Literacy Methods: Critical Applications for the Elementary Classroom* (3 CH) EED 550 - K–6 Methods: Math* (3 CH) EED 560 - K–6 Methods: Science* (3 CH) SPE 510 - Implementing Assessment Strategies* (3 CH) SPE 511 - Etiology and Theory of Mild to Moderate Disabilities (3 CH) SPE 515 - Theory to Practice* (3 CH) SPE 525 - Transition and Community* (3 CH) SPE 530 - Instructional and Behavioral Practices* (3 CH) SPE 540 - Parent and Professional Planning (3 CH) To complete the license, students also will need to complete the following requirements at the undergraduate level: HPE 115 - Chemical Dependency Education MAT 137 - Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I 56 EDC 220 - Education Technology EDC 330 and 332 - Building the Public Good: Public Achievement and Organizing EDC 331 and 333 - Practicum in Public Achievement *Field experience required as part of this course. Elective Coursework Education Graduate Students may take any course offered at the 500 level in Education (EDC, ESE, EED, SPE) or Leadership (MAL) as a graduate elective. Graduate students may also petition to enroll in coursework offered by any graduate program at Augsburg University as a graduate elective. In many cases, the Graduate Director of the program offering the elective will also need to approve registration. Students may alternatively petition to have graduate coursework taken at another institution be accepted in transfer. Admission Requirements Students admitted into the MAE programs must have: ● ● A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution Cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher. Admitted applicants with a 3.0 or higher GPA are granted full admission to the program. Admitted applicants with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5-2.99 are granted a provisional admission to the graduate program. If a student admitted provisionally fails to maintain a 3.0 Augsburg cumulative GPA over their first two terms, they may be dismissed from the graduate program. Application Checklist The following items must be sent to the Augsburg Office of Admissions: ● ● ● Completed application form – augsburg.edu/gpe/ Official academic transcripts from the Bachelor’s degree granting institution. Additional transcripts will be requested to review relevant coursework that could be used to fulfill education licensure coursework. A student may request to have transcripts waived but this could extend the length of study at Augsburg. If a transcript is provided after admission, the initial course plan may no longer be accurate. Admission as an International Student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students. Course Exceptions and Graduate Course Transfer Credit Some coursework required for licensure may be met through a course exception granted upon admission to the program. Previous coursework taken at other universities is evaluated by the Department Chair during the admission process. Some content area courses for secondary education students are evaluated by the content area department. This degree audit may reveal that fewer courses are required for licensure. In some circumstances, additional courses may be required in a secondary content area. Should a graduate level course be met through course exception, those graduate credit hours may need to be made up through the use of a graduate elective. Graduate coursework accepted into the licensure program is not automatically accepted into the MAE degree program. Previous graduate coursework must have received a grade of B or better to be considered. See the graduate program director for approval to use graduate level transfer courses in the degree program. Students may transfer in no more than six (6) graduate credit hours from another institution. 57 Acceptance into the MAE Program Application files are reviewed by the graduate program coordinator. Applicants are notified of the admission decision by the Office of Admissions, usually within one to two weeks after the application file is complete. Applicants whose cumulative undergraduate GPA is below 2.5 can request an admission committee be formed by written petition to the Graduate Director. MAE in Rochester The Master of Arts in Education program is also offered at our campus in Rochester, MN. Classes primarily meet weekday evenings and summer at Bethel Lutheran Church in Rochester. Academic Policies Thesis Completion Some students may wish to complete a thesis. Theses may include traditional research projects, academic journal manuscripts/submissions, original creative projects across media (visual, audio, performance). Students who wish to complete a thesis for the MAE will go through the following process: 1. Identify a thesis advisor (and secure two additional faculty committee members) and draft a problem statement within their first 12 credit hours. a. Problem Statement Form b. Committee Recommendation Form 2. Enroll in concentration/elective coursework based on guidance from thesis advisor 3. Enroll in Thesis Hours (3 CH) at the end of the program. This counts against Elective Coursework. 4. Thesis Defense - Results in Pass/No Pass for Thesis Hours. Cumulative GPA Requirement To complete the MAT or MAE programs, students must maintain a 3.0 or better Augsburg cumulative GPA. Graduation and Licensure/ Endorsement Requirements A minimum GPA of 3.00 overall and grades of P in student teaching courses are required for licensure as well as C- or better in all required core, specialty, and education major courses. Dismissal from Licensure and Degree Program Students may be dismissed from the MAT program prior to and during student teaching for failure to maintain appropriate academic and teaching-based performance standards, for gross violation of university policy, and/or for conduct in violation of professional ethics. Dismissal occurs within the context of established department procedures described in the MAT/MAE Handbook. Students have the right to appeal dismissal from the program on the grounds of procedural error, using the university’s program dismissal appeals process. Information about the program dismissal appeals process is available in the Augsburg Student Guide. Students who fail to complete the MAT program may have the option to finish their graduate degree in the MAE program (without a license). Readmission and Withdrawal Students in good standing who fail to register for courses for two terms (not including summer) are automatically withdrawn from the MAT program. To be readmitted to the university and the MAT program, students file a Readmission form through the Registrar’s Office. Field Experience Some education coursework requires field experience. Courses with field experience contain a minimum requirement of 20 hours spent in a classroom or other relevant learning environment. If you are a teacher seeking a second license, you 58 may be able to complete your field experience in your own classroom. If more than one course with field experience is taken in a given term, field experience requirements expand accordingly (i.e., two courses with 20 hours of field experience each require a total of 40 hours). Students who are not seeking a second license may be able to petition to waive or modify the field experience requirement in a course to better suit the needs and interest of the student. Consult the petition process found in the Academic Policies below. Program Costs In addition to tuition, students in this program can expect to pay a data maintenance fee upon admission to the department, as well as liability insurance at the student rate during student teaching and the cost of a background check for licensure and, possibly, field experience. In addition, optional international travel courses have associated costs above and beyond the charge for tuition. Licensure Tests Students seeking a second license through Augsburg must take and pass all tests required by the state of Minnesota for licensure. These include tests in pedagogy and content area knowledge. Program Petition Process A student may petition to amend program requirements by written petition to the Graduate Program Director. Please note that changes to state licensure requirements cannot be granted. Please consult the MAT/MAE handbook for information regarding the petition process. Accreditation and Approvals Augsburg University Teacher Education programs are approved by: ● Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) Augsburg University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Credit Most MAE graduate level courses are offered for 3 semester credits. Each course is comprised of 37.5 instructional hours with the expectation of about 75 hours of independent study outside of class. Schedule of Classes The majority of the education courses in the MAE program are offered on weekday evenings. Courses typically meet face to face every other week with online instruction during the alternate weeks. A few education courses and many undergraduate content area courses are offered in a face to face, classroom based format, meeting weekly in the evenings. Summer session courses are offered primarily on weekday evenings. Summer courses are offered in a mix of formats from all online to all face-to-face. Our Faculty Jennifer Diaz, Associate Professor of Education. BS, MS, PhD, University of Wisconsin-Madison. Joseph A. Erickson, Professor of Education. BA, MA, College of St. Thomas; MA, Luther-Northwestern Theological Seminary; PhD, University of Minnesota. Terrance Kwame-Ross, Associate Professor of Education. BAE, National-Louis University; MEd, PhD, University of Minnesota. 59 Audrey Lensmire, Associate Professor of Education. BA, Indiana University; MAT, National Louis University; PhD, University of Minnesota. Rachel M. Lloyd, Associate Professor of Education. BS, Carleton College; MA, PhD, University of Minnesota. Jason Michael Lukasik, Associate Professor of Education and Program Director, MA in Teaching, MA in Education. BA, MEd, PhD. University of Illinois at Chicago. 60 Master of Arts in Leadership MA in Leadership Mission Leadership Development at Augsburg University At the core of the Augsburg Master of Arts in Leadership is a view of leadership as an interactive process between leaders and followers working together to accomplish desired outcomes. The MAL program explores both the nature and practice of leadership in a wide variety of organizational and community settings. To be effective, a leader should possess an understanding of the contexts in which leadership occurs as well as an array of competencies. The program is designed to help individuals formulate and communicate a shared vision, navigate changing environments, understand the impact of cultural competence on leaders and followers, and enhance self-awareness and the capacity to be reflective practitioners. Program Learning Outcomes Graduates should be able to: ● ● ● ● ● ● Identify and analyze multiple theories of leadership in dynamic organizational and community settings; Analyze and navigate complex changing environments in which leaders and followers function; Enhance the capacity to be reflective practitioners; Develop a personal understanding of one’s philosophy of leadership; Articulate an understanding of cultural competence and its impact on effective leadership and followership; and Formulate and communicate a shared vision to inspire achieving desired goals. Curriculum Foundational Courses The study of leadership requires an understanding of 1) a basic body of knowledge in leadership studies, 2) competence in understanding qualitative and quantitative research for the purpose of informing evidence-based practice, and 3) an ability to function and lead in an environment that is diverse and inclusive. To this end, the following three required courses are intended to lay a consistent foundation for the program: ML 505 – Foundations of Leadership Learning Outcome: Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of multiple theories of leadership and their strengths and weaknesses in contexts. ML 514 – Evaluating Empirical Research Learning Outcome: Demonstrate skills in assessing the reliability, validity and value of qualitative and quantitative research. ML 560 – Cultural Competence and Effective Leadership Learning Outcome: Explain different approaches needed for inclusive leadership in diverse contexts. Requisite Courses Choose at least one course from each requisite category: Personal Growth and Interpersonal Dynamics and Organizational and Community Context. Personal Growth and Interpersonal Dynamics Courses in this arena focus on individuals’ self-knowledge and well developed interpersonal skills enable a person to successfully work with a wide range of individuals at varying levels of an organization. Learning Outcomes: Articulate self-knowledge of leadership strengths and weaknesses. Demonstrate interpersonal skills in interactions with peers and instructors that reflect understanding of leader follower dynamics. 61 ML 520 - Self-Identity and Values: Keys to Authentic Leadership ML 538 - Communication Skills for Leadership ML 548 - Coaching and Consulting ML 575 - Constructive Conflict Resolution Or a department-approved substitute Organizational and Community Context Leadership involves an ability to understand the nature of, and respond effectively to, the context of organizations as well as the environment that surrounds them in order to operate effectively. Learning Outcomes: Articulate the key factors of organizational and community contexts and their impact on leadership. Incorporate these contexts in their analysis and evaluation of leaders and leadership. ML 512 - Leadership in the Community ML 531 - Dynamics of Change ML 535 - Organization Theory and Leadership ML 536 - Facilitating Organizational Change Or a department-approved substitute Elective Courses The leadership process involves well developed skills in communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking, as well as increasing students’ self-confidence and risk-taking. Based on their interests and background, students will choose 5 elective courses that focus on their own professional development. Learning Outcomes: Course specific outcomes that link to MA in Leadership model should be on each syllabus. ML 511 - Creativity and the Problem-Solving Process ML 530 - Ethics in Communication ML 545 - Decision Making and Leadership ML 563 - Leadership in a Global Society ML 565 - Women and Leadership ML 574 - Strategic Leadership ML 577 - Universal Responsibility and Leadership: A Central American Experience ML 598 - Independent Study ML 599 - Topics Integrative Course This seminar provides a culminating learning experience for participants in the program who have completed all other degree requirements. Students will deepen their understanding of the major leadership theories, advance their critical analysis skills, and synthesize their comprehension of the nature of leadership, how leadership is known, and how leadership manifests itself in practice. ML 585 - Leadership Capstone: Integrating Theory and Practice MBA/MA in Leadership Dual Degree The dual degree program gives students the benefits of studying business administration and leadership in a coordinated program. This dual degree program leverages Augsburg’s long-standing tradition of graduate leadership training via the Master of Arts (MA) in Leadership with the demand for business education through our Master of Business Administration (MBA) program. This unique credential equips students with the skills to lead and manage an organization, preparing them to thrive in today’s interconnected world. 62 Admission to the Dual Degree Program Applicants apply to a home program—either MA in Leadership or MBA. Once a student is admitted to their home program, the student will have an initial advising meeting and is required to meet with an adviser at least once per year. As the student approaches degree completion in their home program, the student will submit an application for their second degree. The student must be finished with either the MA in Leadership or the MBA before starting the second program. Master of Arts in Leadership Home Primary Program: MA in Leadership 11 courses Students take the following leadership courses to complete the Master of Arts in Leadership degree: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ML 505 - Foundations of Leadership ML 514 - Evaluating Empirical Research ML 560 - Cultural Competence and Effective Leadership Complete one course from requisite category 1: Personal Growth and Interpersonal Dynamics o ML 520 - Self-Identity and Values: Keys to Authentic Leadership o ML 538 - Communication Skills for Leadership o ML 548 - Coaching and Consulting o ML 575 - Constructive Conflict Resolution Complete ML 535 from requisite category 2: Organizational and Community Context o ML 535 - Organization Theory and Leadership Elective courses - select five additional Master of Arts in Leadership electives ML 585 - Leadership Capstone: Integrating Theory and Practice Secondary Program: Master of Business Administration 8 course required; 2 additional courses optional for a concentration area Once a Master of Arts in Leadership degree has been granted, the dual degree student may apply to the MBA program. The student will then take these MBA courses to receive their MBA degree: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● MBA 570 - Quantitative Decision-Making for Managers MBA 571 - Business Analytics MBA 520 - Accounting for Business Managers MBA 510 - Applied Managerial Economics MBA 530 - Managerial Finance MBA 595 - Strategic Management MBA 550 - Marketing Management MBA 580 - Management Consulting Project Concentration Areas (optional; choose one concentration and take both courses) ● ● ● Data Analytics o MBA 572 - Data Programming o MBA 573 - Predictive Analytics Entrepreneurship concentration o MBA 596 - Managing Innovation o MBA 583 - Entrepreneurship: Execution, Planning and Strategy Finance concentration o MBA 535 - International Finance o MBA 532 - Investment Theory and Portfolio Management 63 Master of Business Administration Home 14 courses required Primary Program: Master of Business Administration Students take the following courses to complete the Master of Business Administration degree: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● MBA 592 - Leadership: Ethics, Vision, and Transformation MBA 545 - Organizational Behavior MBA 570 - Quantitative Decision-Making for Managers MBA 540 - Business and Professional Ethics MBA 571 - Business Analytics MBA 520 - Accounting for Business Managers MBA 510 - Applied Managerial Economics MBA 530 - Managerial Finance MBA 595 - Strategic Management MBA 550 - Marketing Management MBA 565 - Managing in a Global Environment MBA 580 - Management Consulting Project Complete one of the following concentrations: o Data Analytics concentration: MBA 572 and MBA 573 o Entrepreneurship concentration: MBA 596 and MBA 583 o Finance concentration: MBA 535 and MBA 532 o Leadership concentration: Two ML electives Secondary Program: MA in Leadership 5-7 courses required Once a Master of Business Administration degree has been granted, the dual degree student may start the MA in Leadership program. The student will then take the ML courses below to receive their Master of Arts in Leadership degree. Note that if the Leadership concentration was completed for the MBA degree, those two courses can be applied toward the MA in Leadership requirements. ● ● ● ● ● ● ML 514 - Evaluating Empirical Research ML 560 - Cultural Competence and Effective Leadership Complete one course from requisite category 1: Personal Growth and Interpersonal Dynamics o ML 520 - Self-Identity and Values: Keys to Authentic Leadership o ML 538 - Communication Skills for Leadership o ML 548 - Coaching and Consulting o ML 575 - Constructive Conflict Resolution Complete one course from requisite category 2: Organizational and Community Context o ML 512 - Leadership in the Community o ML 531 - Dynamics of Change o ML 536 - Facilitating Organizational Change Elective courses - select two Master of Arts in Leadership elective courses ML 585 - Leadership Capstone: Integrating Theory and Practice Earning the dual degree during or after the MBA or MA in Leadership program Currently enrolled MBA or MA in Leadership students, or alumni who wish to return to Augsburg, may add the additional degree to their existing degree by completing the same requirements listed; Director’s approval is required. Returning students must complete an application form. Upon entering the MBA program, online quantitative skills modules are required in five areas and must be completed before beginning the quantitative courses: 64 • • • • • Statistics Excel Spreadsheets Accounting Economics Finance These modules are used as an introduction to, or a review, in order to help enhance the student’s skills and knowledge for the MBA quantitative coursework. The Graduate Certificate in Leadership Studies The certificate program is an attractive option for people who want to develop their leadership skills without undertaking a full degree program. A certificate is awarded after completion of three Augsburg MA in Leadership courses in leadership. Students pursuing this option take ML 505 - Foundations of Leadership and two additional electives. All three courses may count toward an MA in Leadership. No more than one course may be double counted in another Augsburg graduate degree program. Students who previously completed the Augsburg MBA degree are exempted from ML 505. Applicants to the certificate program follow the same admission process as those seeking the Master of Arts degree. Joint BA in Accounting and Master of Arts in Leadership A BA in Accounting and an MA in Leadership 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 MA in Leadership program offers a large number of courses on a Saturday and weeknight schedule. Refer to the MA in Leadership program schedule for the list of courses each year and to the accounting program coordinator for a detailed academic plan. Students should meet with both the MA in Leadership director and an accounting advisor to create an effective plan for successful completion of the five-year program. General Requirements for the Accounting/ MA in Leadership Program Accounting students planning to pursue the five-year degree must apply for admission to the MA in Leadership program at the end of their junior year. The application process includes submission of: ● ● ● ● ● ● Completed application form Two letters of recommendation (one from a professor and one from an employer) Personal statement Example of applicant’s writing in an academic paper GPA of at least 3.30 Interview with the Director of the MA in Leadership 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 MA in Leadership program. For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Admission to the Master of Arts in Leadership or Graduate Certificate in Leadership Studies Admission Requirements Applicants to the program must have: ● Bachelor’s degree from an accredited, four-year college or university, or an appropriately certified foreign institution. 65 ● ● Minimum cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 or a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 for graduate courses completed at an accredited college or university. Should an applicant not meet the minimum admission requirements, admission may be possible as decided on a case-by-case basis. Two years of experience (or equivalent) with one or more organizations in a position of leadership or position demonstrating leadership potential is preferred. Application Checklist The following materials must be submitted to the Office of Admissions: ● ● ● ● ● Completed application form A 1-3 page statement relating the applicant’s career and life goals to leadership aspirations Two letters of recommendation preferred Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the institution granting the Bachelor’s degree and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. Résumé For further information, contact: Office of Admissions, 612-330-1101, gradinfo@augsburg.edu or www.augsburg.edu/mal. Admission as an International Student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students in the Graduate Admissions section. Academic Policies Academic Evaluation No more than two courses with a grade below B- will count toward the degree. No more than two courses with a grade of or below B- can be repeated. However, students must achieve a minimum grade of B- or higher in the MA in Leadership Foundations and Capstone courses – ML 505, ML 514, ML 560, and ML 585. In order to graduate, a student must have a cumulative graduate GPA of 3.00 or above with all required courses and the final projects successfully completed. A student registered for a final course may, with the approval of the program director, be permitted to participate in commencement but will not receive a diploma until all courses are successfully completed. Academic Probation and Dismissal Policies Students must maintain a 3.00 cumulative grade point average. If a student falls below a 3.00 average, the student will be placed on probation for the following term. A 3.00 cumulative grade point average must be restored in order for a student to be removed from probation. If a student receives a grade of N or F in a course, the student must petition successfully with the MA in Leadership director before being allowed to continue in the program. A plan for the student to follow would be outlined at that time. If a second grade of N or F is received, the student may be dismissed from the program. Students may also be dismissed for behavior detrimental to the program, such as a gross violation of university policy (as published in the Student Guide). Dismissal would occur only after established procedures were followed. Class Attendance Policy The nature of leadership development requires interpersonal engagement. Communication and interaction are an important part of the learning process. Interaction that is online as well as face-to-face is central to the Augsburg MA in 66 Leadership. To miss a class in either the classic or hybrid format is to miss a significant portion of the course’s content. Given the limited number of meeting times in both formats, our expectation is that students will be present at all class meetings. In the rare instance of a family or personal emergency, the absence will be handled on a case-by-case basis. Since every student is expected to engage in class discussion, reflection, and group presentation in all classes, not being present in a class will mean that part of the course’s requirements cannot be met. If a student feels they are going to miss a class, they must contact the faculty member prior to the absence to determine if 1) the course should be dropped or 2) it is possible to make up some of the missed material – and if so, how. The final decision will be made by the individual faculty member based on a discussion with the student and the student’s overall performance in the class. MA in Leadership Program Enrollment Policy Students normally take either one or two courses per semester. Enrolling in two courses per semester (including summer semester) enables a student to complete the coursework in the program within two years. Students who are away from classes for one year or longer must complete an Application for Readmission and submit it to the Registrar’s Office. Students who have been out of the program for more than two years may, at the discretion of the program director, be required to take additional courses to refresh their understanding of the field. Accreditation and Affiliation Augsburg is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditation, approvals, and memberships, in the Accreditation, Approvals and Memberships section. Master of Arts in Leadership Faculty Andrew Aoki, Professor of Political Science. BA, University of Oregon; MA, PhD, University of Wisconsin. Thomas Berkas, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BCE, University of Minnesota, PhD University of Minnesota. Joseph A. Erickson, Professor of Education. BA, MA, University of St. Thomas; MA, Luther Seminary; PhD, University of Minnesota. Stephen K. Erickson, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BA, Augsburg University; JD, University of Minnesota. Vice President and Advanced Practitioner, Erickson Mediation Institute. Elaine Eschenbacher, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BA, University of Minnesota, MA, Augsburg University Carolyn Evans, Instructor, Leadership Studies. BA, MA, PhD University of Minnesota. Michael Grewe, Instructor, Leadership Studies. BS, University of Minnesota; MSW, Augsburg University; PhD, University of Minnesota. Lori Brandt Hale, Associate Professor of Religion. BA, University of Iowa; MA, University of Chicago; PhD, University of Virginia. Garry Hesser, Martin Olav 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. Steven Manderscheid, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BS, St. Cloud State University; MS, University of Minnesota; EdD, University of St. Thomas. Chair, Department of Organizational Management, Concordia University. Marilyn S. McKnight Erickson, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BA, Augsburg University; MA, St. Mary's University; President and Advanced Practitioner, Erickson Mediation Institute, Mpls. Deb Mitchell, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BA, Concordia College; MA, Augsburg University, Ed.D. Pepperdine University. 67 Thomas Morgan, Professor Emeritus, Business Administration. BS, Juniata College; MBA, University of Denver; MS, University of Oregon; PhD, University of Minnesota. Norma C. Noonan, Professor Emerita, Political Science and Leadership Studies, former Director of the Center for Leadership Studies and the MA in Leadership Program (1993-2011). BA, University of Pennsylvania; MA, PhD, Indiana University. Diane Pike, Professor Emerita, Sociology. AB, Connecticut College; PhD, Yale University. Joanne Reeck, Instructor of Leadership Studies. BS, MS, University of Minnesota John S. Schmit, Professor of English. BS, St. John’s University; MA, University of New Orleans; PhD, The University of Texas-Austin. Alan Tuchtenhagen (retired), Assistant Professor of Leadership Studies and Director of the Center for Leadership Studies and the MA in Leadership Program. BS, Westmar College; MA, University of Nebraska; DPA, Hamline University. 68 Master of Arts in Nursing A master’s degree in nursing focuses on health in community life and in health care systems, both locally and globally, and supports students to envision new models of care across practice settings. Students select from two tracks of study—Transformational Nursing Leadership or Transcultural Nursing. Both tracks prepare nurse leaders to assume a wide variety of roles and responsibilities throughout the health care system and in emerging care settings in communities. Mission Within the context of liberal arts education and guided by the values of the Lutheran Church, the Master of Arts in Nursing program prepares nurses for transformational leadership and transcultural nursing practice across care settings with particular emphasis on promoting health equity locally and globally. Program Goals Graduates of the Master of Art in Nursing Program are prepared to: ● ● ● Provide a foundation for the practice of transculturally competent nursing by synthesizing, integrating, and applying nursing research and theory in advanced nursing practice and leadership roles. Provide a sound scholarly foundation for transformative advanced nursing practice and leadership and further graduate study. Create and sustain a teaching-learning environment that promotes open scholarly exchange, personal growth, lifelong learning, leadership, and vocation of professional service in a global society. Curriculum The MAN curriculum is organized into 33 semester credits –15 semester credits in a Nursing Core, in which all students enroll, and 18 semester credits in one of the two Tracks of Study. Practica are taken concurrently with most courses and are integrated throughout the program. Each semester credit of practicum is equal to 45 clock hours of practice. Students select a track of study when applying to the program, however, this is not essential until after one’s first semester. Students may study full-time (6-8 credits per semester) or part-time (4 credits per semester). Time to degree completion takes an average 24 months when studying full-time, and 32 months when studying part-time. Nursing Core Courses (15 semester credits) The core nursing courses integrate a strong foundation of social justice incorporating multiple ways of knowing with curricular emphasis on nursing science, art, and theory to guide practice. NUR 500 - Transcultural Health Care (3 semester credits) NUR 500P - Practicum: Transcultural Health Care (1 semester credit) NUR 541 - Politics of Health (3 semester credits) NUR 541P - Practicum: Politics of Health Care (1 semester credit) NUR 505 - Theoretical Foundations for Advanced Nursing Practice (3 semester credits) NUR 505P - Practicum: Theoretical Foundations for Advanced Practice Nursing (1 semester credit) NUR 520 - Research Methods in Nursing (3 semester credits) NUR520P - Practicum: Research Methods in Nursing (1 semester credit, optional) Transformational Nursing Leadership Track (18 semester credits) The Transformational Nursing Leadership track is designed to develop nurse leaders’ ability to critically analyze, articulate, and develop effective strategies to cope with high level health care inequities. Curricular emphasis is on inter-professional collaboration across care settings. Participation in nursing leadership practica in traditional and emerging care settings adds depth and meaning to classroom dialogue. Practica also provide opportunities for students 69 to apply knowledge and gain experience partnering with diverse care providers, populations, and communities to address health inequities in creative and relevant ways. Transformational Nursing Leadership track courses include: NUR 501 - Nursing Leadership in Complex Adaptive Systems (3 semester credits) NUR 501P - Practicum: Nursing Leadership in Complex Adaptive Systems (1 semester credit) NUR 521 - Transformational Nursing Leadership (3 semester credits) NUR 521P - Practicum: Transformational Nursing Leadership (1 semester credit) NUR 523 - Theory, Research, and Practice Seminar (3 semester credits) NUR 523P - Practicum: Theory, Research, and Practice Seminar (2 semester credits) NUR 525 - Graduate Field Project (3 semester credits) NUR 525P - Practicum: Graduate Field Project (2 semester credits) Students graduating from the Transformational Leadership Track of the master’s program are eligible to apply to the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for certification as a Nurse Executive, Advanced and to the Transcultural Nursing Certification Commission (TCNCC) for advanced certification in Transcultural Nursing. Graduate Field Project in Transformational Nursing Leadership Students will fulfill their Master of Arts in Nursing through a final practice-focused project, which serves as the capstone of the master’s program. The last two classes in the curriculum–NUR 523 and NUR 525—emphasize the development and articulation of a graduate field project focused on transformational leadership. Students present their final projects in NUR 525. Transcultural Nursing Track (18 semester credits) The Transcultural Nursing track in the Master of Arts in Nursing program is designed to prepare nurses for advanced practice across care settings in culturally diverse communities. The curriculum is grounded in nursing science, theory-guided practice, and transcultural principles. Emphasis is on reaching out to persons and populations that are underserved by traditional care systems and who exist outside of the social mainstream. As such, the track provides rich alternative learning opportunities for graduate students locally and internationally. Transcultural Nursing track courses include: NUR 532 - Transcultural Healing Practices and Self Care (3 semester credits) NUR 532P – Practicum: Transcultural Healing Practices and Self Care (1 semester credits) NUR 530 - The Power of Ritual and Ceremony for Healing (3 semester credits) NUR 530P – Practicum: The Power of Ritual and Ceremony for Healing (1 semester credits) NUR 523 - Theory, Research, and Practice Seminar (3 semester credits) NUR 523P – Practicum: Theory, Research, and Practice (2 semester credits) NUR 525 - Graduate Field Project (3 semester credits) NUR 525P - Practicum: Graduate Field Project (2 semester credits) Students graduating from the Transcultural Nursing track of the master’s program are eligible to apply to the Transcultural Nursing Certification Commission (TCNCC) for advanced certification in Transcultural Nursing. Graduate Field Project in Transcultural Nursing Students will fulfill their Master of Arts in Nursing through a final practice-focused project, which serves as the capstone of the master’s program. The last two classes in the curriculum—NUR 523 and NUR 525—emphasize the development and articulation of a graduate field project focused on transcultural nursing. Students present their final projects in NUR 525. Practica Practice experience is emphasized in both tracks in the Master of Arts in Nursing program. Students earn 9 semester credits of practicum work that is equal to 405 clock hours of practice—45 clock hours per semester credit hour. Some practica are semi-structured, experiential, and led by faculty and cultural guides familiar with the communities in which the practica occur. Other practica options are student directed. Students are encouraged to immerse themselves in 70 practice settings that serve persons underserved or excluded from mainstream health care, as emphasis in the transcultural track is on cultural diversity and health inequities across healthcare settings. Practica focusing on experiential learning with a transformational nurse leader provides students with the opportunity to gain a greater understanding of organizational dynamics and change through a complexity science paradigm. Augsburg Central Health Commons & the Health Commons in Cedar-Riverside A unique opportunity for students to explore advanced nursing roles and new models and forms of practice is provided by the Augsburg Central Health Commons, and the Health Commons in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood. Both Health Commons are nursing-led drop-in centers dedicated to serving those in need and focused on healthy individuals and communities. People from diverse backgrounds, who have health experiences grounded in wide ranging cultural contexts frequent the Health Commons for health support and reassurance. Service and care are based on respect, relationship, and collaboration that connects health and hope for all participants. Health Commons partners include Central Lutheran Church in downtown Minneapolis, Fairview Health Services, People’s Center, and the East Africa Health Project. Study Abroad and Away The Department of Nursing works closely with cultural guides and nurse mentors in various contexts of care in emerging care settings at home and abroad. The Center for Global Education and Experience is a partner with the Department of Nursing in developing and facilitating study abroad opportunities in Guatemala, Mexico, Namibia, Pine Ridge, SD, and England. A detailed listing of practica and immersion experiences abroad and away can be found at the nursing website (www.augsburg.edu/nursing). For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Admission Requirements Applicants to the Master of Arts in Nursing program must have: ● ● ● ● ● An earned Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university, or an Associate of Science degree in nursing in addition to a non-nursing bachelor’s degree A cumulative GPA of 3.0 in all previous college coursework Experience as a registered nurse A current, unencumbered nursing license A college level statistics course is required for progression in the program, but is not necessary for admission Decisions about admission to the program will be made by the Graduate Nursing Faculty on an individual basis. Admissions are handled throughout the year, with students being admitted at the beginning of the fall (September), spring (January), and summer (May) semesters. Application components: ● ● ● ● A written statement describing professional and educational goals Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the institution granting the Bachelor’s degree and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. Two letters of recommendation preferred Current resume Admission as an International Student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. For more information, refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students in the Graduate Admissions section. (www.augsburg.edu/grad/international) 71 Academic Policies Evaluation of academic performance in the Master of Arts in Nursing program will be based on letter grades. See detailed information in the Academic Programs and Policies Attendance Policy Class attendance is expected and should be considered a key responsibility, not only to one’s self, but to one’s classmates and the course instructor. Instructors may lower grades if attendance and participation is lacking. Individual syllabi will contain individual instructors’ requirements. Academic Probation and Dismissal Policies Students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average in the MAN program. If a student falls below a 3.0 average, the student will be placed on probation for the following term. A 3.0 cumulative grade point average must be restored in order for a student to be removed from probation. If a student receives a grade of B- or less in a course, the student must petition successfully to the faculty of the Master of Arts in Nursing program before being allowed to continue in the program. A plan for the student to follow would be outlined at that time. If a second grade of B- or less is received, the student may be dismissed from the program. Students may also be dismissed for behavior detrimental to the program, such as a gross violation of university policy as published in the Student Guide. Dismissal would occur only after established procedures were followed. Credit for Prior Education Students may petition the Master of Arts in Nursing faculty for approval of transfer of credit. Transfer credits will be evaluated on an individual basis. The only courses that will be considered for transfer credit are those whose course content is comparable to course content in the Master of Arts in Nursing program. No more than nine semester credits will be accepted for transfer credit. Schedules for Classes Master’s classes are taught in a hybrid format using zoom technology, synchronous and asynchronous instruction to meet the needs of working adults. Classes typically meet 6 times per semester for 4 hour periods on either a Monday, Tuesday, or Thursday evening from 4:30pm to 8:30pm. Practica are additional to courses. Students enroll in a practicum concurrently with enrollment in the courses. Practica options will vary for each course with choices of either independent practica or faculty-led practica. Accreditation and Affiliations The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Augsburg University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791. Augsburg is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see the listing in the Accreditation Approvals, and Memberships section. Faculty Kathleen Clark, DNP, RN, Associate Professor and Executive Director of the Augsburg Central Health Commons and Health Commons at Cedar-Riverside. Katherine Martin, Phd, CMN, RN, Assistant Professor of Nursing, Co-Director of BSN program. Joyce Miller, DNP, RN, Associate Professor of Nursing, Chair of the Department of Nursing, and Co-Director of BSN program. Deborah Schuhmacher, DNP, RN, Associate Professor of Nursing, Director of Graduate MAN and DNP-TCN programs. 72 Staff Colleen Hagerman, Nursing Programs Coordinator. 73 Doctor of Nursing Practice – Transcultural Nursing (TCN) Leadership Track The Transcultural Nursing Leadership track is a post-masters doctoral degree with an emphasis on transcultural nursing leadership. As a post-master’s program, the DNP-TCN track of study prepares nurses for advanced leadership and practice roles in Transcultural Nursing (TCN). Mission Within the framework of liberal arts education and guided by the values of the Lutheran Church, the post-master’s Doctor of Nursing Practice program, TCN Leadership track of study prepares nurses for advanced transcultural nursing leadership in communities in order to maximize health through peaceful, just, and collaborative actions that uphold and improve human potential across care settings and care systems, with emphasis on eliminating health inequities locally and globally. Program Goals Graduates of the Doctor of Nursing Practice program are prepared to: ● ● ● Negotiate the complexity of multicultural care settings and care systems to eliminate health inequities among populations and communities Challenge conventional knowledge about illness through an ecological approach to social determinants of health Lead change through building coalitions with marginalized people that are based on mutuality and common cause Program Structure The program is structured in a cohort model. One cohort a year will be admitted to begin in the fall term. Students can choose to take full or part-time study. Students taking full-time study take two didactic offerings, two seminars, and a practicum each semester. Students in full-time study can complete the post-master’s DNP-TCN curriculum in 20 months, including completion of the DNP project. Students selecting part-time study take one didactic offering, one seminar, and a practicum each semester. As a part-time student, completion of the program is expected to take 32 months, including completion of the DNP project. The DNP curriculum is organized into 33 semester credits comprised of didactic classes, experiential practica, and seminars, with a DNP project completing the degree. As a practice doctorate, the emphasis is on building leadership and practice skills in knowledge application among diverse population groups. The goal is to improve health and decrease health inequities that lead to unnecessary morbidity and mortality in communities. Students graduating from the DNP-TCN track are eligible to apply to the Transcultural Nursing Certification Commission (TCNCC) for advanced certification in Transcultural Nursing. Didactic A total of six didactic courses (18 semester credits) constitute the DNP program. One didactic course equals three semester credits. The DNP courses (NUR 800 level) are taught in a hybrid format using zoom technology, synchronous and asynchronous instruction to meet the needs of working adults. Synchronous classes typically meet for four or five hours once a month. Practica Practica are organized to give flexibility and individual choice to students to support their increasing independence and depth of practice experience at the doctoral level. Students select practicum experiences that are either structured immersions in a variety of cultural contexts led by nursing faculty or are student initiated and individually directed experiences mentored by nursing faculty. In a 15-week semester, practicum hours are computed as follows: 74 ● ● ● 1 semester credit hour = 2 semester credit hours = 3 semester credit hours = 45 clock hours of practicum time per semester 90 clock hours of practicum time per semester 135 clock hours of practicum time per semester To earn the DNP, students must complete a total of 1,000 practicum hours in their DNP program. Students will be allowed to transfer up to 600 practicum hours from their master’s in nursing into the Augsburg DNP. As such, all students will register for at least nine semester credits of practica in the post-master’s DNP-TCN. An orientation to the DNP program is typically scheduled in September that provides 45 hours of practica. This five day practicum immerses students in ways of knowing of the Lakota people and students spend time at Custer State Park, South Dakota. Study Abroad and Away The Department of Nursing works closely with cultural guides and nurse mentors in various contexts of care in emerging care settings at home and abroad. The Center for Global Education and Experience is a partner with the Department of Nursing in developing and facilitating study abroad opportunities in Guatemala; Mexico; Namibia; Pine Ridge, SD; and England. A detailed listing of practica and immersion experiences abroad and away can be found at the nursing website (www.augsburg.edu/nursing). Seminars Seminars focus on integration of conceptual learning with field practice and developing the student’s particular practice interests. Students are required to participate in a doctoral seminar every semester —fall and spring—until completion of the DNP degree. Cohorts of students who enter the DNP program together usually progress as a group in the seminars in which they enroll each semester, depending on whether they are studying full-time or part-time. The final seminar (NUR 841) culminates in the DNP project presentation and completion of the requirements for the DNP degree. Final DNP Project Final DNP projects must make a significant impact on nursing practice and health outcomes of populations and communities, demonstrate an evidence-based contribution to existing nursing knowledge, and be suitable for presentation or publication in a peer-reviewed venue. Through this scholarly project students demonstrate leadership in synthesizing and applying scientific knowledge to practice challenges in local and/or system wide contexts of care. Students should begin working on their DNP projects in the early stages of the DNP program and continue throughout the program. The student’s scholarly project is planned in collaboration with a major faculty advisor. For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Admission to the DNP-TCN Applicants to the Doctor of Nursing Practice TCN program must have: ● ● ● ● An earned master’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution A GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 grading scale in master’s in nursing program A current unencumbered RN license to practice in the US. Evidence of a completed graduate research course Decisions about admission to the program will be made on an individual basis. Selection of candidates will be made on the basis of an evaluation of the following items for each applicant: ● ● ● ● A 2-3 page professional essay responding to an excerpt from Wendell Berry’s essay, “Health is Membership.” Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from each institution where a degree was earned, as well as from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. Three professional references Personal interview with Augsburg Nursing faculty 75 The number of applicants admitted to the DNP program will be based on availability of faculty members to assist with student’s scholarly projects. Meeting the minimum admission criteria does not ensure that an applicant will be admitted to the program. In addition to the requirements noted in the international student admissions section, applicants who have graduated from a foreign nursing program may request the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS) (www.cgfns.org) to forward their educational credentials report to the Minnesota State Board of Nursing. Once their credentials are verified, applicants must apply for licensure and demonstrate successful passing of the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). See Graduate Admissions for more information. (www.augsburg.edu/grad/international) Academic Policies Evaluation of academic performance in the DNP program will be based on letter grades. See detailed information in the Academic Programs and Policies. Attendance Policy Class attendance is expected and should be considered a key responsibility, not only to one’s self, but to one’s classmates and the course instructor. Instructors may lower grades if attendance and participation is lacking. Individual syllabi will contain individual instructors’ requirements. Academic Probation and Dismissal Policies Students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average in the DNP program. If a student falls below a 3.0 average, the student will be placed on probation for the following term. A 3.0 cumulative grade point average must be restored in order for a student to be removed from probation. If a student receives a grade of B- or less in a course, the student must petition successfully to the faculty of the DNP program before being allowed to continue in the program. A plan for the student to follow would be outlined at that time. If a second grade of B- or less is received, the student may be dismissed from the program. Students may also be dismissed for behavior detrimental to the program, such as a gross violation of university policy as published in the Student Guide. Dismissal would occur only after established procedures were followed. Accreditation The Doctor of Nursing Practice program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791. Augsburg is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see the listing in the Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships section. Faculty Kathleen Clark, DNP, RN, Associate Professor and Executive Director of the Augsburg Central Health Commons and the Health Commons at Cedar-Riverside. Katherine Martin, Phd, CMN, RN, Assistant Professor of Nursing, Co-director of BSN program. Joyce Miller, DNP, RN, Associate Professor of Nursing, Chair of the Department of Nursing, and Co-director of the BSN Program. Deborah Schuhmacher, DNP, RN, Associate Professor of Nursing, Director of Graduate MAN and DNP-TCN Programs. Staff Colleen Hagerman, Nursing Programs Coordinator. 76 Doctor of Nursing Practice – Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Track The Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner is a post-BSN Doctor of Nursing Practice program focused on the primary care of families. The curriculum emphasizes knowledge, skills and values that foster one’s ability to lead change, while addressing health needs and concerns of families and communities. Nursing scholarship and advanced autonomous practice as a primary care Nurse Practitioner, frames the critical exploration of knowledge in transcultural nursing, integrative healthcare practices, transformational leadership, and health assessment. Mission Within the framework of liberal arts education and guided by the values of the Lutheran Church, the post-BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) to DNP/FNP track of study prepares nurses for advanced nursing leadership and integrative primary care of families across cultures and care settings. Emphasis is on eliminating health inequities through peaceful, just, and collaborative actions that uphold and improve human potential. Program Goals Graduates of the Doctor of Nursing Practice/Family Nurse Practitioner program are prepared to: ● ● ● ● ● Negotiate the complexity of multicultural care settings and care systems to eliminate health inequities among populations and communities. Challenge conventional knowledge about illness through an ecological approach to social determinants of health. Lead change through building coalitions with marginalized people that are based on mutuality and common cause. Provide primary care to persons, families and communities with particular consideration for those who are underserved and/or marginalized by dominant societal structures. Integrate scientific evidence based guidelines into clinical practice. Program Structure The program is structured to admit students beginning each fall semester. Students take courses on a full-time basis during the completion of their 500 level courses, pre-FNP 800 level courses, and during the didactic and clinical courses in the FNP program. Length of program: The Post-BSN to DNP/FNP track of study leads to eligibility for certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and requires a minimum of 84 semester credit hours, including 53 didactic credit hours, 4 seminar credits, and 24 clinical credit hours. Didactic A total of 19 didactic courses (53 semester credits) constitute the DNP/FNP program. Didactic classes, seminars, clinical skills labs, structured practica, and clinical experiences are taught in a variety of flexible schedules that are responsive to student needs. 500-level courses consist of six hybrid, synchronous and asynchronous classes a semester - four hours of class time, using zoom technology. In addition to the didactic course, students take a one credit practicum course associated with the didactic course. The DNP courses (NUR 800 level during 2nd year of study), are taught in a variety of synchronous and asynchronous modalities with varying times of four to eight hours. One course is offered in an immersion format of four days of class per semester. The FNP courses (final two years of study) are offered primarily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday, approximately six times a semester for four to five hours in a hybrid format, using zoom technology, synchronous and asynchronous as well as some face to face classes. Class time hours will vary. Class attendance is expected and should be considered a key responsibility, not only to one’s self, but to one’s classmates and the course instructor. Classes are held on Augsburg’s campus in Minneapolis and/or in Rochester, MN, at Bethel Lutheran Church (810 3rd Ave SE) , the location of Augsburg’s learning site. Students must be prepared to drive to Minneapolis or Rochester for classes. If weather is inclement, Zoom technology is used. 77 Practica (for DNP courses) / Clinicals (for FNP courses) To earn the DNP-FNP, a student must complete a total of 1080 practicum hours. This includes 360 practica hours for the DNP portion and 675 hours for the clinical portion. Practica are organized to give flexibility and individual choice to students to support their increasing independence and depth of practice experience at the doctoral level. Students select practicum experiences that are either structured immersions in a variety of cultural contexts led by nursing faculty or that are student initiated and individually directed experiences mentored by nursing faculty. Students will be allowed to transfer up to 400 practicum hours from their master’s degree in nursing. 675 integrative primary care clinical hours are required. FNP clinical sites will be arranged by clinical faculty. Of the 675 clinical hours: 100 hours focuses on children/women’s health issues, 575 hours focuses on integrative primary care. In a 15-week semester, practicum hours are computed as follows: ● ● ● 1 semester credit hour = 45 clock hours of practicum time per semester 2 semester credit hour = 90 clock hours of practicum time per semester 3 semester credit hour = 135 clock hours of practicum time per semester Required Practica hours = 360 which equals 8 credits Required Clinical hours=675 which equals 15 credits The total credits for practica and clinicals are equal to 23. Seminars Seminars focus on integration of conceptual learning with field practice developing the student’s particular practice interest. Students are required to participate in a total of four one-semester-credit doctoral seminars during the DNP/FNP program. The final seminar culminates in the project presentation and completion of the requirements for the DNP degree. Clinical Skills Labs Four 0.5 credit skills labs are scheduled throughout the program to teach hand-on skills to students. These clinical skills labs focus on Women’s Health, HEENT, Musculoskeletal, and Dermatology and Suturing. Study Abroad and Away The Department of Nursing works closely with cultural guides and nurse mentors in various contexts of care in emerging care settings at home and abroad. The Center for Global Education and Experience is a partner with the Department of Nursing in developing and facilitating study abroad opportunities in Guatemala, Mexico, Namibia, Pine Ridge, SD, and England. A detailed listing of practica and immersion experiences abroad and away can be found at the nursing website (www.augsburg.edu/nursing). Final DNP/FNP Project Final DNP/FNP projects must make a significant impact on nursing practice and health outcomes of populations and communities, demonstrate an evidence-based contribution to existing nursing knowledge, and be suitable for presentation or publication in a peer-reviewed venue. Through this scholarly project students demonstrate leadership in synthesizing and applying scientific knowledge to practice challenges in local and/or system wide contexts of care. Students should begin working on their DNP/FNP projects in the early stages of the program and continue throughout. The student’s scholarly project is planned in collaboration with a major faculty advisor. For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Admission to the DNP/FNP Applicants to the Doctor of Nursing Practice FNP program must have: 78 ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● An earned baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN or BAN), or a master’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution and a nationally accredited nursing program. A minimum of three years active and current clinical practice as a Registered Nurse. Evidence of current unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse. MN license required. Other state licenses will be required for clinical rotations. Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from each institution where a degree was earned, as well as from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. GPA of 3.0 from previous baccalaureate nursing program; GPA of 3.2 from previous masters in nursing program or DNP program. Three professional letters of recommendation. A 2-3 page professional essay responding to a posted question on the admission application. Documentation verifying the number of practice hours completed in an accredited graduate nursing program, if applicable. (A maximum of 400 practice hours may be transferred into the DNP/FNP tract of study from a master’s in nursing program.) A current Curriculum Vitae. Personal interview with Augsburg Nursing Faculty. Evidence of a completed undergraduate statistics course on an official transcript before enrolling in the Nursing Research course (NUR520) & the associated practicum (NUR520P). Satisfactory results of a certified federal criminal background check at time of admission and annually thereafter; additional testing may be required for clinical placement, e.g., alcohol, drug testing, HIV testing, etc. The number of applicants admitted to the DNP/FNP program will be limited and based on availability of faculty members that share a student’s practice interests and goals. Meeting the minimum admission criteria does not ensure that an applicant will be admitted to the program. The above Admission Criteria are current at the time of publication and are subject to change. In addition to the requirements noted in the international student admissions section, applicants who have graduated from a foreign nursing program may request the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS) (www.cgfns.org) to forward their educational credentials report to the Minnesota State Board of Nursing. Once their credentials are verified, applicants must apply for licensure and demonstrate successful passing of the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). See Graduate Admissions for more information. (www.augsburg.edu/grad/international) See Graduate Admissions for more information. (www.augsburg.edu/grad/international) Academic Policies Evaluation of academic performance in the DNP program will be based on letter grades. See detailed information in the Academic Programs and Policies Attendance Policy Class attendance is expected and should be considered a key responsibility, not only to one’s self, but to one’s classmates and the course instructor. Instructors may lower grades if attendance and participation is lacking. Individual syllabi will contain individual instructors’ requirements. Academic Probation and Dismissal Policies Students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average in the DNP program. If a student falls below a 3.0 average, the student will be placed on probation for the following term. A 3.0 cumulative grade point average must be restored in order for a student to be removed from probation. If a student receives a grade of a B- or less, the student must petition to the faculty of the DNP program before being allowed to continue in the program. If a second grade of a B- or less is received, the student may be dismissed from the program. 79 Students may also be dismissed for behavior detrimental to the program, such as a gross violation of University policy as published in the Student Guide. Dismissal would occur only after established procedures were followed. Accreditation The Doctor of Nursing Practice program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791. Augsburg is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see the listing in the Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships section. Faculty Kathleen Clark, DNP, RN, Associate Professor and Executive Director of the Augsburg Central Health Commons and the Health Commons at Cedar-Riverside. Michelle Higgins, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, Instructor. Jill Oswald, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, Instructor, Clinical Director of the DNP-FNP Program Katherine Martin, Phd, CMN, RN, Assistant Professor of Nursing, Co-Director of BSN program. Joyce Miller, DNP, RN, Associate Professor of Nursing, Chair of the Department of Nursing, and Co-Director of BSN program. Deborah Schuhmacher, DNP, RN, Associate Professor of Nursing, Director of Graduate MAN and DNP-TCN Programs. Michelle Ullery, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, Instructor, Director of DNP-FNP Program Staff Colleen Hagerman, Nursing Programs Coordinator. Master of Business Administration Embarking on a graduate degree program is an exciting and challenging decision. The Augsburg MBA is an ACBSP accredited program that is a rigorous and rewarding educational experience. The Augsburg MBA is practical and “hands-on,” focusing on applicable skills and knowledge designed to increase your ability to think critically, analyze data, recognize trends and take the appropriate action. The MBA program utilizes 7 different business simulations in order to enhance experiential learning and critical thinking. Toward the end of the program, Augsburg MBA students work on a consulting project for a business organization or social enterprise. Students are divided into groups of four or five and write strategic, business and marketing plans for the organization or entrepreneur. In the past 18 years, students have written plans and made recommendations for facility expansions, new product introductions, and new marketing programs. In the end, the MBA teams present their final recommendations to the CEO and the leadership team. The Augsburg MBA provides students a unique opportunity to investigate business cultures and practices through a faculty-led international experience. Our curriculum integrates the global experience of our faculty and reflects Augsburg’s mission of developing leaders grounded in values, purpose, and vocation. 80 The Augsburg MBA is a proven accelerated cohort-based program focused on three learning modules: Personal and Professional Development, Quantitative Decision Making, and Value Creation, all built on a foundation of ethical decision-making. The students write their own personal development plan focusing on their core strengths, core convictions, personal mission statement, goals for the next five years and an action plan to accomplish those goals. We encourage our students to challenge themselves, their classmates and professors to bring a new and expanded focus of the world through guided reflection and examination. Augsburg MBA students are chosen because they exhibit purpose and direction in their careers and lives, and positive engagement with their community and associates. Our MBA graduates make a difference and are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We invite you to become part of a growing community of Augsburg MBA alumni. George Dierberger, Ed.D. Director, Master of Business Administration Program MBA Mission - “Prepare Students for Meaningful Work” Our mission is to prepare students for meaningful work by developing their decision-making skills, critical thinking and by transforming them into effective managers and leaders in service to others. The program aspires to provide an outstanding student-centered education that produces graduates who are critically astute, technically proficient, and who understand the moral and ethical consequences of their decisions for their organization and the world. Accreditation The Augsburg MBA is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). Augsburg is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see the listing in the Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships section. MBA Program Overview Today’s business leader must be able to quickly analyze situations and information and critically analyze alternatives and courses of action. The purpose of the Augsburg MBA is to prepare students to accept greater responsibility in organizations facing this dynamic , highly competitive global economy. The curriculum has been designed to teach students the ability to analyze data, think critically, and apply innovative solutions to complex problems. Quality, individual initiative, ethics, and teamwork are hallmarks of the Augsburg MBA. We have a commitment to continually improve students’ experiences and learning in the program. Our faculty is uniquely qualified to bridge theory and real-world application, giving MBA students opportunities to acquire skills and knowledge in a variety of disciplines. Plan of Study The Augsburg MBA is an accelerated, evening program that allows working professionals to complete an MBA degree in approximately 26 months. This is accomplished by using a cohort model in which students follow a predetermined schedule with classes meeting one night a week. Students in a cohort program model stay together as a group through the sequence of classes for the duration of the program. This provides a continuous, collaborative learning process. The cohort environment fosters a cohesive learning community where students learn from one another, mentor each other, and develop their own career development plan based on a series of self-assessments. You’ll share diverse professional expertise and experience as you work in teams on projects, case studies, presentations, and Harvard Business Review simulations, both inside and outside of class. Working both individually and in small groups enables you to enhance your strengths, build your skills, expand your business acumen, and improve your decision-making. Together as a community, you’ll build personal, social, and academic abilities. MBA students 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. 81 Credit for Prior Learning Up to nine credits (three courses) may be waived through prior business coursework that is comparable to the course curriculum and from an accredited business school (with director/faculty approval) or certain professional credentials (with appropriate documentation). Consult the MBA program office for details. Students who have passed the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) or Certified Management Accountants (CMA) exam may be waived from MBA 520, Accounting for Managers. Students with prior academic coursework that meets the following criteria may be waived from eligible core courses. ● Course(s) must be taken at an accredited institution. ● Acceptance of core course waivers implies the student accepts the responsibility for having the essential knowledge and understanding of the core course material, and is properly prepared for any future core or elective course for which the waived course was a prerequisite. Academic credit is not awarded for any waived course, nor will the course appear on academic transcripts. Academic Calendar The Augsburg MBA is a year-round program. Courses are offered during fall, spring, and summer semesters. Courses are offered consecutively during each term so students are able to concentrate on one subject at a time. The program is designed to have students take at least two courses per term. Official academic calendars and the MBA registration policies can be found at www.augsburg.edu/registrar. The unique cohort model of the Augsburg MBA requires individual schedules for each cohort. These schedules are provided by the MBA department. The Faculty-Led International Experience Each year, all current MBA students are offered the opportunity to participate in a faculty-led international experience. This trip is taken in conjunction with either MBA 565 - Managing in a Global Environment or MBA 595 - Strategic Management. Students will travel as a group to an international location, visit businesses, participate in faculty lectures, and learn about the culture and traditions of the countries visited. Each MBA student will have two opportunities during their matriculation in the program to participate. Costs can vary; but as a minimum, trips normally include tuition (for the course selected), lodging, and travel in-country, as well as some meals. We have visited Germany, France, Poland, England, Ireland, Italy, Chile, Argentina and Brazil. Program Requirements The Augsburg MBA requires 42 semester credits for degree completion. Augsburg MBA courses are three semester credits each. Each three semester credit course consists of 28-32 hours of in-class instruction and 5 ½ - 9 ½ hours of online instruction per week through a web-based electronic course management system. A total of 14 courses are required for the Augsburg MBA. There are 12 core courses and 2 elective/concentration courses. MBA Program Sequence Semester 1: MBA 592 - Leadership: Ethics, Vision and Transformation MBA 545 - Organizational Behavior Semester 2: MBA 540 - Business and Professional Ethics MBA 570 - Quantitative Decision-Making for Managers Semester 3: MBA 571 - Business Analytics MBA 520 - Accounting for Business Managers Semester 4: MBA 530 - Managerial Finance 82 MBA 510 - Applied Managerial Economics Semester 5: MBA 550 - Marketing Management MBA 595 - Strategic Management Semester 6: MBA 565 - Managing in a Global Environment MBA 580 - Management Consulting Project Concentration Course 1 Semester 7: Concentration Course 2 Electives Students are required to complete a concentration in either Finance, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, or Data Analytics. Data Analytics Concentration MBA 572 - Data Programming MBA 573 - Predictive Analytics Finance Concentration MBA 532 - Investment Theory and Portfolio Management MBA 535 - International Finance Leadership Concentration Any two MAL electives from the Master of Arts in Leadership program Entrepreneurship Concentration MBA 596 - Managing Innovation MBA 583 - Entrepreneurship: Execution, Planning & Strategy The entrepreneurship concentration teaches students how to perform the due diligence in developing and turning a business idea into reality by assessing the risks before product development. Our students learn how to collaborate and iterate in approaching the market opportunity and potential solution. Student Learning Experience Student Learning Experiences are meant to integrate the material from the three modules: Personal & Professional Development (SLE 1), Quantitative Analysis & Decision Making (SLE 2), and Value Creation (SLE 3). SLE 1 is embedded in MBA 540 Business Ethics, MBA 545 Organizational Behavior, and MBA 592 Leadership: Ethics, Vision and Transformation. SLE 2 is embedded across the MBA curriculum and includes a global business simulation in the MBA 595 Strategic Management course. SLE 3 is a single course, the MBA 580 Management Consulting Project. MBA/ MA in Leadership Dual Degree Augsburg offers a coordinated program for students interested in both the Master of Business Administration and Master of Arts in Leadership degrees. See the Master of Arts in Leadership section of this catalog for program details. For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Locations and Schedules MBA classes are offered at two locations: Augsburg’s Minneapolis campus and Augsburg’s Rochester campus. Cohorts begin three times per academic year at Augsburg’s Minneapolis campus: September, January, and May. In Rochester, cohorts begin in September and May. Due to Covid-19, our classes have been held via synchronous video conferencing during the normal class hours. 83 Orientation for new cohorts is generally scheduled one to two weeks in advance of the beginning of classes. For more information on class schedules, go to www.augsburg.edu/mba or call the Office of Admissions at 612-330-1101. MBA Graduate Certificates Each certificate program is designed to be finished in six months, taking one course at a time and with each course lasting 7-8 weeks. Admission to the certificate follows the normal MBA application process. Certificate programs are not eligible for federal student aid. Students wishing to pursue the full MBA degree after certificate completion must contact Graduate Admissions. Business Analytics Certificate The certificate program is another attractive option for people who want to develop their analytical business skills without undertaking a full degree program. A certificate is awarded after completion of four Augsburg MBA courses in business analytics. The certificate courses are part of the MBA curriculum and would count toward the degree completion for the program. Required Courses ● ● ● ● MBA570 - Quantitative Decision-Making for Managers MBA571 - Business Analytics MBA572 - Data Programming MBA573 - Predictive Analytics Entrepreneurship Certificate The certificate program is another attractive option for people who want to develop their entrepreneurial business skills without undertaking a full degree program. A certificate is awarded after completion of four Augsburg MBA courses in entrepreneurship. The certificate courses are part of the MBA curriculum and would count toward the degree completion for the program. Required Courses ● ● ● ● MBA550 - Marketing Management MBA595 - Strategic Management MBA583 - Entrepreneurship: Execution, Planning and Strategy MBA596 - Managing Innovation Finance Certificate The certificate program is another attractive option for people who want to develop their financial skills without undertaking a full degree program. A certificate is awarded after completion of four Augsburg MBA courses in accounting and finance. The certificate courses are part of the MBA curriculum and would count toward the degree completion for the program. Required Courses ● ● ● ● MBA520 - Accounting for Business Managers MBA530 - Managerial Finance MBA532 - Investment Theory and Portfolio Management MBA535 - International Finance Admission to the Augsburg MBA Program Admission Requirements Applicants to the MBA program must have: 84 ● ● Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution or an appropriately certified foreign institution Minimum of two years of relevant work experience is preferred Admission checklist The following materials must be submitted to the Office of Admissions: ● ● ● ● ● ● Completed application—Apply online at www.augsburg.edu/mba Two personal statements Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the institution granting the Bachelor’s degree and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. Current résumé of work history Two confidential letters of recommendation preferred but not required MBA Math (optional for admission based on past experience; passing score required for the quantitative courses) Admission as an International Student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students in the Graduate Admissions section. Admission as a Transfer Student Students may apply to Augsburg as a transfer student. Transfer students follow the same procedure as new applicants. Transfer students may receive up to 9 semester credits in transfer. (See Evaluation of Transfer Credit in Academic Programs and Policies.) Students must complete no fewer than 21 semester credits at Augsburg in order to receive their MBA degree from Augsburg University. All students must complete the Management Consulting project (MBA 580) to graduate. Eligible coursework must be approved by the MBA program director before transfer credit will be granted. Academic Policies MBA Program Enrollment Policy Students are strongly encouraged to remain in their cohort and complete their MBA program as scheduled. Adjustments or modifications to the MBA schedule require the approval of the MBA program director. All students are required to complete all components of the program within five years of matriculation. Extensions beyond five years will be considered on the basis of petition to the MBA director. Students who leave the program for more than one semester must request a leave of absence in writing from the MBA program. A leave of absence may be granted for one calendar year. Students who return to the program after a leave of one year or more must fill out an Application for Readmission form and submit it to the MBA office. Time spent on an official MBA-approved leave of absence will not count toward the five-year deadline for degree completion. Academic Evaluation The grading scale used for the evaluation of academic performance in the MBA program is an A-F scale. For complete information on grading and evaluation, see Academic Programs and Policies. Withdrawal from Class For information regarding the last date on which students may withdraw from a class and receive a “W” on their records, refer to the academic calendar at www.augsburg.edu/registrar. 85 Attendance Policies Student attendance at scheduled class meetings is a priority and required. However, MBA faculty understand that MBA students are working adults with significant responsibilities who, on occasion, face unforeseen situations that may interfere with attendance. Students should notify the faculty member teaching the course as soon as possible. When the student knows in advance of a class date where a potential conflict exists, they must discuss the proposed missed class with the faculty member prior to the date of the class. Students are responsible for the work covered during that class session and for making appropriate arrangements for obtaining handouts, lecture content, or other materials. Faculty members may assign appropriate independent work to insure that the student understands the material covered during the class session. If appropriate and acceptable coordination is carried out by the student, there need not be any grade reduction for a single missed class session. This may be dependent on assignments due on the date of the missed class; e.g., final project presentations or team presentations. Point/grade reductions for unexcused absences are the prerogative of the faculty. Two missed class sessions, excused or unexcused, may be grounds for directing the student to withdraw from the course. More than two absences, excused or unexcused, require that a student withdraw from the class. Degree Requirements To be conferred the MBA degree, students must achieve the following: ● ● ● Passing score on all modules of MBA math (http://mbamath.com/). MBA math contains modules in accounting, economics, finance, statistics, and spreadsheets (unless waived by the MBA Director) Successful completion of MBA courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher at the completion of the program No more than two courses with a grade of B- MBA Faculty Jeanne M. Boeh, Professor of Economics. BS, MA, PhD, University of Illinois. George Dierberger, Associate Professor of Business Administration. BS, University of Minnesota; MA, International Studies, University of St. Thomas; MBA, Fairleigh Dickinson University; Ed.D, Organization Development, University of St Thomas. Cory Erickson, Instructor. BA, Ambassador University; MBA, Carlson School of Management, University of Minnesota. Marc Isaacson, Assistant Professor of Business Administration. BA, St. Olaf College; MS, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Phyllis Kapetanakis, Associate Professor of Business Administration. BA, BS, Creighton University; MT, Arizona State University. Ibrahim Keita, Instructor. BS, Arizona State University; MA, Duke University; PhD, University of Minnesota. Marc McIntosh, Associate Professor of Business Administration. BS, DePaul University; MBA, Harvard University; DBA, Argosy University. 86 Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing MFA Mission The Master in Fine Arts in Creative Writing program broadens and deepens the artistic sensibilities of the student writers, creating a close-knit community with fellow writers within and outside of the program. Students receive individual attention from accomplished and forward-thinking faculty who help them prepare themselves for the future of creative writing. Program Overview The MFA at Augsburg University is designed to accommodate writers who work full-time, live outside of Minnesota, or simply desire the flexibility of a low-residency experience. This two-year program offers one-on-one work with mentors throughout the year, features an annual ten-day summer residency, and provides the opportunity to join a lifelong community of writers. Genres ● ● ● ● ● Creative Nonfiction Fiction Playwriting Poetry Screenwriting Concentrations ● ● Teaching Publishing Features ● ● ● ● ● Two-year program Annual summer residency Online classrooms One-on-one mentor work Student to mentor ratio of 5:1 Summer Residency Begin the program with a ten-day summer residency in the Twin Cities, participating in daily workshops, readings, and mini-courses that focus on literary craft as well as career skills in teaching, editing, publishing, book arts, and advertising. The program includes three summer residencies. Fall and Spring Semesters Online The first and second residencies are each followed by two off-campus semesters of work with faculty mentors in virtual classrooms that make use of online and other technologies. Each semester, MFA candidates enroll in a Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading course, during which a faculty mentor guides the student’s production of work and study of craft. In addition, students enroll in a craft paper course during their third off-campus semester and a thesis course in the fourth. Cross-genre work is allowed and encouraged. Traditional Plan of Study Augsburg’s Traditional MFA in Creative Writing program can be completed in nine courses (46 credits) over two years by taking the three summer residencies, four long-distance mentorship and reading courses (fall and spring semesters), a craft paper course, and a thesis course. 87 ● ● ● First Year o Summer Residency I (6 credits), held for ten days in the Twin Cities, includes a workshop in the student’s declared genre, as well as readings and lectures. To earn credit for the residency, students must complete reading and writing assignments in the weeks before and after the residency (Summer Term 2). o Fall Semester I (6 credits), Mentorship and Creative and Critical Reading course. This work is conducted remotely, via computer, phone, and/or mail. Students work closely with their mentor and other writers in their declared genre. o Spring Semester I (6 credits), Mentorship and Creative and Critical Reading course — this time in a genre outside the student’s chosen area of specialization. This work is conducted remotely, via computer, phone, and/or mail. Second Year o Summer Residency II (6 credits), held for ten days in the Twin Cities, and including a workshop in the declared genre, as well as readings and lectures. To earn credit for the residency, students must complete reading and writing assignments in the weeks before and after the residency. o Fall Semester II, Mentorship and Creative and Critical Reading course (6 credits) and a Craft Paper course (2 credits) in which students complete a craft paper examining some aspect of writing. This work is conducted remotely, via computer, phone, and/or mail. o Spring Semester II, Mentorship and Creative and Critical Reading course (6 credits) and a Thesis course (2 credits) in which students complete their thesis. This work is conducted remotely, via computer, phone, and/or mail. Third Summer o Summer Residency III (6 credits), held for ten days in the Twin Cities, and including a workshop in the declared genre, as well as readings and lectures. Graduating students give a public craft talk and a reading from their thesis (students should prepare for this work during their second year). To earn credit for the residency, students must complete reading and writing assignments in the weeks before and after the residency. Optional Courses of Study ● Extended Study. Designed for students who wish to prolong their studies in a single genre, this option has students completing at least five mentored and reading semesters instead of the standard four. At least four of these semesters should be used to study the student’s declared genre. ● Mixed Genre. Designed for students who want to more deeply immerse themselves in a secondary genre, this option has students completing at least five mentored and reading semesters, including three in the student’s primary declared genre and at least two in a different genre. ● Post-MFA. Designed for students who already have an MFA, this option allows students to drop into the program for a single residency or semester of study — or longer. Students seeking this option should contact the program director, as the director’s approval is required. ● Career Concentration Option. Designed for students who wish to better prepare themselves for the job market, this option allows students to enroll in electives in teaching, and/or publishing. This work is usually completed alongside a traditional or extended/mixed genre course of study. The career concentration courses are also available as post-MFA studies. Career concentrations includes: o Teaching Practice and Theory - The Concentration in Teaching is a one-semester program (4 credits) combining practical and theoretical pedagogy to better prepare students who intend to teach. Students work with accomplished writing faculty as they consider curriculum and syllabi development. Students gain teaching experience by completing an internship in the teaching of writing. Prerequisite: teaching practice and theory seminars during summer residencies. o Publishing: Howling Bird Press Book Prize - The Concentration in Publishing is a two-semester experience (8 credits total) designed to introduce students to various aspects of the trade, including acquisition, editing, graphic design production, marketing and distribution. Each year, students work with experienced faculty to select and publish the winner of the Augsburg Howling Bird national competition. During the second semester, students work as the staff and editors of Howling Bird Press; in exchange for this workload, students pay a registration fee rather than full tuition for the semester. Prerequisite: seminars in publishing during summer residencies. 88 Course Listing ENL 531 - Residency in Creative Writing: Fiction ENL 532 - Residency in Creative Writing: Nonfiction ENL 533 - Residency in Creative Writing: Poetry ENL 534 - Residency in Creative Writing: Screenwriting ENL 535 - Residency in Creative Writing: Playwriting ENL 536 - Residency in Creative Writing: Multi-Genre ENL 541 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Fiction ENL 542 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Nonfiction ENL 543 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Poetry ENL 544 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Screenwriting ENL 545 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Playwriting ENL 546 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading: Multi-Genre ENL 547 - Craft Paper: Fiction ENL 548 - Craft Paper: Nonfiction ENL 549 - Craft Paper: Poetry ENL 550 - Craft Paper: Screenwriting ENL 551 - Craft Paper: Playwriting ENL 552 - Craft Paper: Multi-Genre ENL 553 - Thesis: Fiction ENL 554 - Thesis: Nonfiction ENL 555 - Thesis: Poetry ENL 556 - Thesis: Screenwriting ENL 557 - Thesis: Playwriting ENL 558 - Thesis: Multi-Genre ENL 559 - Thesis ENL 560 - Craft Paper ENL 561 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Fiction ENL 562 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Nonfiction ENL 563 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Poetry ENL 564 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Screenwriting ENL 565 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Playwriting ENL 566 - Mentorship and Critical and Creative Reading - Half-time: Multi-Genre Concentration Courses: ENL 525 - Teaching Writing: Practice and Theory ENL 527 - Publishing I ENL 528 - Publishing II For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. Admission to MFA Admission Requirements Qualified applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or an appropriately certified foreign institution, with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher for all undergraduate coursework. Students with a GPA of 2.5-3.0 may be admitted conditionally into the program based on the strength of their writing samples. Applications Must Include ● Completed online application ● One letter of recommendation preferred ● A personal essay 89 ● ● Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the institution granting the bachelor’s degree and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. A writing sample (page counts are meant to provide guidance but are not a requirement): o Fiction or Creative Non-Fiction, 20 pages, double-spaced o Poetry, 15-20 pages, single-spaced o Screenwriting or Playwriting, up to 30 pages in script/playwriting format Admission as an International Student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students in the Graduate Admissions section. Academic Policies Credit To earn the MFA, candidates must complete 46 semester credits, write a critical/creative paper, deliver a public lecture/presentation, give a public reading/staging, and complete a book length manuscript of publishable quality (fiction, nonfiction and poetry), a screenplay/calling card script (screenwriting), or a full-length play of producible quality (playwriting). The residencies and the combined mentorship and critical and creative reading courses carry six credits each. Craft paper and thesis courses carry two credits each. To include a concentration in Teaching in the MFA, students must complete 10 courses or 50 credits. For the MFA with a concentration in Publishing, students must complete 11 courses or 54 credits. Transfer Augsburg’s low-residency MFA includes in-person and online elements that help us maintain a strong community and create a culture in which our writers thrive. This studio degree is the terminal degree in writing and because of the unique features of a terminal, low-residency, studio degree, the final decision on transfer credit will depend on review by the Augsburg University MFA Program. A maximum of eight semester credits from traditional residency MFA programs and from MA programs in creative writing or English literature may be accepted. The MFA Program Director will review and may offer up to four additional credits in transfer for equivalent residency or workshop experience completed in another program. The maximum transfer credits allowed is 12 credits. Academic Evaluation Grading The MFA Program uses fine arts studio grading practices, formative in nature and designed to be an element of the teaching curriculum. A narrative transcript composed of comments on those elements that the particular student writer is working on during a particular term will be used to assess progress in the mentorship courses. These are formative and qualitative assessment elements and professors’ responses will vary as professor/artists and student/artists approach student work with the student’s individual artistic aims in mind. In addition to the fine arts formative and qualitative assessment, students will be assessed in light of their success in meeting learning objectives of the course while completing work assigned. 90 MFA in Creative Writing Courses are graded on a Pass/No Credit basis, using the Augsburg graduate grading model scale as described below: P – Represents work at B or higher and meets acceptable standards. N – No credit, not counted in grade point average. Alignment of Course Outcomes MFA courses are aligned with the Program Hallmarks of the Association of Writers and Writing Programs (AWP), the national professional organization for writing programs and the writers who teach in those programs. Participation Students are expected to fully participate in Summer Residencies, attending workshop sessions and scheduled meetings with mentors as well as a majority of readings, lectures and other scheduled sessions. Participation in off-campus coursework is expected to occur during the designated time for each Mentorship studio critique session and “time away” for creative work. Students are also expected to take part in synchronous and asynchronous sessions with mentors and demonstrate “presence” in the Creative and Critical Reading courses through regularly scheduled exchanges with faculty and peers. Academic Honesty Augsburg’s high expectations for academic honesty will be applied to this class. Please refer to the Student Guide at inside.augsburg.edu/studentaffairs/studentguide/academic-honest-policies if you have any questions. Affiliation The Augsburg University MFA Program is a member of the Association of Writers and Writing Programs (AWP) and curriculum is based on the AWP Hallmarks of an Effective Low Residency MFA Program in Creative Writing. Mentor Faculty James Cihlar, Publishing Mentor. BA, University of Iowa; MA, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; PhD, University of Nebraska, Lincoln. Stephan Clark, Associate Professor of English, MFA Mentor. BA, University of Southern California; MA, University of California, Davis; PhD, Literature and Creative Writing, the University of Southern California. Alice Cohen, MFA Mentor. BA, Princeton University. MFA, The New School University. Anika Fajardo, MFA Mentor. Bachelor of Science, Education & Spanish, University of Wisconsin-Madison. Master of Library & Information Science, San José State University, San José, CA. Andy Froemke, MFA Mentor. B.S. in Film & Video Production, Montana State University. Michael Kleber-Diggs, MFA Mentor. JD, University of Minnesota. Carson Kreitzer, MFA Mentor. BA, Yale University; MFA, University of Texas, Austin. Sarah Myers, MFA Mentor. BS, Northwestern University; MFA, Playwriting and Drama and Theatre for Youth & Communities; PhD, Performance as Public Practice, the University of Texas, Austin. Kathryn Savage, MFA Mentor. B.A., New School University; MFA, Poetry, University of Minnesota; MFA, Fiction, Bennington College. TyLie Shider, MFA Mentor. BA, Delaware State University; MFA New York University. Lindsay Starck, Associate Professor of English, MFA Mentor. BA, Yale University; MFA, University of Notre Dame; PhD, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. 91 Faculty Associates D.E. Green, Professor Emeritus, English. Academic Writing and Teaching Faculty. BA, Amherst College; MA, PhD, Brown University. Visiting Writers Fiction Lisa Van Orman Hanley, 2019 Ted Thompson, 2018 Kate Bernheimer, 2017 Jacob Appel, 2016 Helene Wecker, 2015 Pam Houston, 2014 Benjamin Percy, 2013, 2020 Creative Nonfiction John Medeiros, 2020 Tessa Fontaine, 2019 Kao Kalia Yang, 2018 Jean Harper, 2017 Greg Breining, 2016 Sue William Silverman, 2013 & 2015 Deborah Blum, 2014 Poetry Danez Smith, 2019 Katelynn Hibbard, 2018 Patricia Smith, 2017 Sean Hill, 2016 Marcie Vogel, 2015 Alex Lemon, 2014 Ed Bok Lee, 2013 Playwriting Stacey Rose, 2019 Andrew Rosendorf, 2018 Harrison Rivers, 2017 Christina Ham, 2016 Carson Kreitzer, 2015 Kristoffer Diaz, 2014 Screenwriting Rebecca Sonnenshine, 2019 Wenona Wilms, 2018 Remy Auberjonois & Kate Nowlin, 2017 Michael Starrbury, 2016 Ken Rance, 2015 Bill Wheeler, 2014 Christina Lazaridi, 2013 92 Administration Stephan Clark, Director Lindsay Starck, Associate Director 93 Master of Music Therapy MMT Mission To prepare students to be leaders in the field, while fostering their passion to serve clients and families, the MMT program offers unique learning opportunities that foster discovery and help students realize their full potential. To engage students in life changing experiences, rich in experiential learning, collaborative in nature, fostering a holistic view of the use of music in health, healing, and well-being. To advance the practice of music therapy by preparing students through a hybrid master’s degree program that is innovative, flexible, and possesses breadth and depth, designed to meet the changing needs of clients and demands in clinical practice. Program Overview Degree requirements The MMT degree program is designed for music therapists who are currently board certified and who wish to continue their education and advance their level of practice. The 36-credit program includes core music therapy courses designed to advance clinical practice and a wide selection of elective courses to tailor the development of clinical expertise. Core Music Therapy Courses – 24 credits MUS 510 - Advanced Music Therapy Theory (3 credits) MUS 511 - Advanced Music Therapy Practicum (0 credit) MUS 515 - Advanced Music Therapy Clinical Practice I (3 credits) MUS 520 - Advanced Music Therapy Clinical Practice II (3 credits) MUS 525 - Cross-Cultural Awareness in Music Therapy (3 credits) MUS 530 - Music Therapy Ethics (2 credits) MUS 535 - Music Therapy Supervision and Professional Development (2 credits) MUS 540 - Music Therapy Research I (3 credits) MUS 545 - Music Therapy Research II (3 credits) MUS 595 – Thesis or Final Project (2 credits) Music Therapy Electives– 12 credits MUS 550 - Music Psychotherapy (2 credits) MUS 554 - Advanced Music Therapy Clinical Improvisation (3 credits) MUS 555 - Music Therapy, Spirituality and Well-being (2 credits) MUS 560 - Music and Imagery (2 credits) MUS 565 - Advanced Music Therapy with Infants, Children and Family Centered Care (2 credits) MUS 570 - Music, Neurology and Physiology (3 credits) MUS 575 - Music Therapy in Palliative Care (2 credits) MUS 576 - Music Therapy in Trauma Informed Care (3 credits) MUS 580 - Transcultural Music Therapy I (4 credits) (global educational experience) MUS 582 – Transcultural Music Therapy II (4 credits) (global educational experience) MUS 585 - Advanced Music Therapy Group Work (3 credits) MUS 590 - Interdisciplinary Practice & Research Methods in Music Therapy (3 credits) Thesis or Final Project Completion of a thesis or final project is required as a part of the degree program. The thesis and final project are both subject to approval by the academic advisor and program director. ● ● Thesis: A scholarly paper utilizing historical, philosophical, descriptive, experimental, or mixed methods research. Manuscript for publication: A scholarly manuscript based on any type of research conducted or clinical case study. 94 ● Final Project: A supervised clinical project that is comprehensive and designed to develop and advance an area of one’s clinical practice. The Equivalency Plus Master of Music Therapy will complete the courses outlined above in addition to any courses needed to accomplish their equivalent status. The Equivalency Plus MMT is designed to be completed in two and a half years. The equivalency courses include the following: MUS 271 - Introduction to Music Therapy (2 credits) MUS 315 - Psychology, Culture, and Community in Music (2 credits) MUS 340 - Music Therapy Methods I (4 credits) MUS 345 - Music Therapy Methods II (4 credits) MUS 374 - Music Therapy Practicum (1 credit) MUS 375 - Music Therapy Practicum (1 credit) BIO 103 - Human Anatomy & Physiology (4 credits) PSY 105 - Principles of Psychology (4 credits) PSY 203 - Lifespan Development (4 credits) PSY 262 - Abnormal Psychology (4 credits) In addition to all the graduate coursework, students must also complete the music therapy internship. MUS 546 - Clinical Music Therapy Internship (2 credits) The Equivalency Plus+ Master of Music Therapy will complete the courses outlined in the previous two sections (MMT and Equivalency Plus), as well as the courses listed below. MUS 113 - Music Theory and Aural Skills I (4 credits) MUS 114 - Music Theory and Aural Skills II (4 credits) MUS 213 - Music Theory and Aural Skills III (4 credits) MUS 214 - Music Theory and Aural Skills IV (4 credits) MUP xxx Primary Lessons (minimum 4 semesters needed) MUE xxx Chamber or Large Ensemble (minimum of 4 semesters needed) MUS 231 History and Literature of Music, Antiquity to 1750 (4 credits) OR music history course from another genre MUS 232 History and Literature of Music, 1750 to Present (4 credits) OR music history course from another genre After completing the graduate coursework, students must also complete the music therapy internship. 180 practicum hours need to be completed prior to the internship. The internship will consist of 1,040 supervised clinical hours to fulfill the requirement. Additionally, proficiency exams on piano, voice, and guitar must be passed prior to starting an internship. MUS 546 - Clinical Music Therapy Internship (2 credits) Plan of Study There are three tracks in the Master of Music Therapy program. The first is for individuals who hold a bachelor’s degree in music therapy and hold board certification as a music therapist (MT-BC). They follow the master of music therapy track (MMT). The second track is for individuals that hold a bachelor’s degree in music. They follow the Equivalency Plus Master of Music Therapy track (E+MMT). The third is for individuals that hold a bachelor’s degree that is not in music but have a strong music background. They follow the Equivalency Plus+ Master of Music Therapy track (E++MMT). Thesis/Final Project As an institution, Augsburg University honors the decisions of individual departments regarding assessments associated with the awarding of degrees. Given the diversity of our graduate programs at Augsburg University and programs required to adhere to specific accreditation standards, graduate programs are required to develop a comprehensive review process that ensures the integrity and rigor necessary for degree completion and to meet accreditation standards. The comprehensive review (or "examination") in music therapy consists of an oral response to questions regarding 95 course content that covers theory, research, and practice. This review is an aspect of the final oral exam that also includes the defense of the thesis. Thesis/Final Project Requirements The term thesis is used for the research and document required for the master's degree in many departments and programs. Students can opt to complete a thesis or a final project in the MMT program. The thesis and final project follow the same process outlined below. While the thesis includes a research component, the final project maintains the rigor of a thesis project but does not include the formal research component. 1. Once the research topic has been chosen, the student must submit a project proposal: a written formal statement of the topic and plan of execution for the research. Your academic advisor will let the student know what form the proposal should take. 2. The composition of the committee that will supervise the project should be determined in collaboration with the student and academic advisor. The number of members needed on a project committee may vary depending on areas of expertise but should include a minimum of three (thesis advisor and two reviewers). The academic advisor will provide final approval of the review committee and thesis topic. 3. Students will provide a 25-30 minute oral presentation of their thesis with their academic advisor, program director, and all reviewers present. The academic advisor, program director, and reviewers will ask questions of the student and then deliberate and vote when the student has been excused. 4. All committee members must approve the thesis. Students submit any final edits to the academic advisor that reviewers have required. When those have been received the final grade for the thesis will be submitted and the student will provide two bound copies of the thesis to the program director. MMT Program Comprehensive Review In the Master of Music Therapy program, the final integrating experience assesses the body of knowledge that has been acquired through a student’s coursework and research. No degree is granted simply as the record of the accumulation of appropriate courses with adequate grades. The form of the final requirement includes either a thesis or final project but always includes an oral defense. In the oral defense, the examining committee discusses the thesis or final project and assesses the student's mastery of the several components of the degree course work. Students will demonstrate evidence of their cumulative knowledge from their coursework and thesis/final project. This includes but is not limited to: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Theoretical foundations Assessment and evaluation Music therapy methods and method-variations Sociocultural considerations Reflective and reflexive practice Ethical considerations Evidence-based practice Professional development Research methodologies Admission to MMT ● ● Online Application Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the institution granting the Bachelor’s degree, or an appropriately certified foreign institution, and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. 96 ● ● ● ● 2 letters of recommendation (can be submitted online through the application-please have your recommenders’ email addresses when you begin the application). Proof of Board Certification (if applicable) A music assessment (this can be taped or live) of ten to fifteen minutes of your primary instrument(s) and any additional instrument(s) the applicant is proficient in; music from any genre can be a part of the music assessment. Essay (submitted as part of the online application) - no longer than three pages. Please note that you can upload your essay directly into the online application. You may also input the names and emails of your recommenders and the system will send them a link to directions and the checklist we request they fill out for you. If not submitted with the online application, materials need to be sent to: Augsburg University Graduate Admissions, CB 65 2211 Riverside Ave S. Minneapolis, MN 55454 or emailed to gradinfo@augsburg.edu For Academic Policies, please see Academic Policies. Accreditation and Affiliation The Master of Music Therapy program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) and approved by the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA). Augsburg University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. MMT Faculty Debbie Bates, Ph.D., MT-BC, Instructor Juyoung Lee, Ph.D., MT-BC, RMT, Assistant Professor Lindsay Markworth, MMT, MT-BC, Instructor 97 Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Mission The mission of the Augsburg PA program is to educate empathic, community-minded, and forward-thinking health care leaders to practice in primary care with a focus on underserved, underrepresented, and marginalized communities. The Augsburg PA program values team-based learning for team-based patient care through connection, inclusion, and innovation. Accreditation The Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC-PA) has granted Accreditation-Continued status to the Augsburg University Physician Assistant Program sponsored by Augsburg University. Accreditation-Continued is an accreditation status granted when a currently accredited program is in compliance with the ARC-PA Standards. Accreditation remains in effect until the program closes or withdraws from the accreditation process or until accreditation is withdrawn for failure to comply with the Standards. The approximate date for the next validation review of the program by the ARC-PA will be 2029 June. The review date is contingent upon continued compliance with the Accreditation Standards and ARC-PA policy. The program’s accreditation history can be viewed on the ARC-PA website at https://www.arc-pa.org/accreditation-history-augsburg-university/ Program Director (Dr. Vanessa Bester, phone 612-330-1660 and/or email besterva@augsburg.edu) Curriculum The Physician Assistant program at Augsburg is approximately 27 months long with studies beginning each year in the summer semester. The program accepts up to 33 students for each new class. Graduates will receive a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies. Approximately 15 months of the program is didactic, or classroom work, including courses in human gross anatomy, pathophysiology, clinical medicine, pharmacotherapy, history and physical exam skills, research, and professional issues. In addition, the clinical practice seminar is a small-group, case-based course that offers the unique opportunity to integrate and apply material from each of the courses to real-world patient cases. There are also hands-on activities that promote the development of practical skills through the use of simulated patients, technical skills workshops and labs. The clinical phase is completed in approximately 12 months. The clinical phase of the program is designed to effectively train students for practice by providing them with rotation experiences in different specialties and a variety of practice settings. To that end, each student will be required to complete rotations outside the metropolitan area. Each student will gain clinical experience in family medicine, pediatrics, women’s health, behavioral health, emergency medicine, internal medicine, surgery, and various specialties. The clinical phase will culminate with a preceptorship that is designed to solidify the student’s skills. Clinical instructors include Physicians, PAs and other health care providers. A student will be required to complete the clinical phase at site(s) determined by the Augsburg PA Program to provide the student with the best educational experience. Clinical rotation sites will be located throughout the state of MN, locations in the 5 state area, and beyond. The Augsburg PA program includes time away from the program at varying times which may or may not differ from the traditional breaks at Augsburg University; these breaks contribute to the overall 27-month length of the program. PA Program Sample Calendar YEAR 1 Summer 98 PA 500 - Community Health and Evidence-Based Professional Practice 1 PA 501 - Human Anatomy and Neuroanatomy PA 503 - Human Pathophysiology Fall PA 510 - Community Health and Evidence-Based Professional Practice 2 PA 511 - History and Physical Exam Skills I PA 521 - Pharmacotherapy I PA 531 - Clinical Medicine I PA 546 - Clinical Practice Seminar I Spring PA 512 - History and Physical Exam Skills II PA 520 - Community Health and Evidence-Based Professional Practice 3 PA 522 - Pharmacotherapy II PA 532 - Clinical Medicine II PA 547 - Clinical Practice Seminar II YEAR 2 Summer PA 530 - Community Health and Evidence-Based Professional Practice 4 PA 533 - Clinical Medicine III PA 545 - Clinical Phase Transition Master’s Project course, one of the following*: PA 599 - Directed Study ML 577 - International Experience EDC541 - Introduction to Experiential Education Clinical Phase (12 Months) Fall (12 credits) Spring (12 credits) Summer (16 credits) PA 600-622 (4-6 credits) Over the course of the clinical year, every student is required to successfully complete 7 core clinical experiences* and additional electives or preceptorships that complement our primary care-focused curriculum. These include: ● Psychiatry and Behavioral Health* ● Emergency Medicine* ● Family Medicine* ● General Surgery* ● Internal Medicine* ● Pediatrics* ● Women’s Health* ● Electives/Preceptorships Examples: urgent care, primary care, cardiology, pulmonary, orthopedics, emergency medicine, critical care, surgery, transgender care, pediatrics, infectious diseases, internal medicine, dermatology PA 690 - Capstone Course (2 credits) - Required in the last semester of the program. For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. 99 Admission to the PA Program Admission Requirements Complete and current-year admission guidelines can be found on our website at www.augsburg.edu/pa. Admission to any physician assistant program is a highly competitive process. Qualified applicants will have: ● ● ● ● ● ● Bachelor’s degree (in any major) from an accredited four-year institution Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 as calculated by CASPA at the time of application Minimum science GPA of 3.0 as calculated by CASPA at the time of application Minimum of 2000 hours of paid clinical experience Completed the Augsburg University PA Program Supplemental Application Completed the prerequisite courses listed below with a B or higher Prerequisite Courses To be an eligible applicant for the PA Program, you must have completed the prerequisite courses listed below. These courses must have been completed within 10 years of the year you are applying for admission. The following six (6) prerequisite courses must be completed with grades of B or higher at an accredited two-year or four-year college or university (within the timeline specific to your degree status as defined below). ● ● ● ● ● ● One full course of psychology One full course of physiology* (human/vertebrate/organ) One full course of microbiology* One full course of biochemistry* One full course of statistics One course of medical terminology *Labs are recommended but not required. ● ● ● ● Online prerequisite courses from accredited institutions are also accepted. Prerequisites must have been completed within 10 years of the start date of the program and, in general, must be completed by May 1 of the year of matriculation. The Augsburg PA Program does NOT accept advanced placement (AP credit) or experiential learning in place of required prerequisite courses. GRE, PA-CAT and MCAT are not required for application to this program. Strongly Recommended Highly competitive applicants to the Augsburg PA Program will also have: ● ● ● ● Direct patient care experience. This is the best type of experience to obtain in order to strengthen an application. We require at least 2000 hours of paid, direct, hands-on clinical patient care to be competitive in this category. Additional science courses such as anatomy, genetics, immunology, other biology courses, and organic chemistry. Demonstration of motivation for the PA profession by formally shadowing a PA or other health care provider. Demonstration of a commitment to, and involvement with, underserved communities PA Program Application Process The Augsburg PA Program has a two-step application process—first applying through CASPA and then through the Augsburg University PA Program supplemental application. The Augsburg PA Program participates in the Centralized Application Service for Physician Assistants (CASPA) which is sponsored by the Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA). All applications to the PA Program for the entering class must be processed through CASPA, following all guidelines and regulations set forth by CASPA. Application forms 100 with detailed instructions can be obtained online at portal.caspaonline.org. Application materials must all be submitted by August 1. Selection Process The Augsburg PA Program is a mission driven program that recruits caring individuals who are dedicated to providing and increasing access to competent health care. The Admissions Committee uses a holistic proccess and looks for a balanced application by reviewing key criteria such as a bachelor’s degree, cumulative GPA, science GPA, prerequisite courses, essays and direct patient care experience. Applicants are reviewed holistically for their service to underserved populations, knowledge of the profession, leadership activities, compassion and respect for others, ethics and integrity, personal and professional development, and letters of recommendation. We give preference to applicants who demonstrate a strong match to our mission and who meet any of the following characteristics: ● ● ● ● ● Minnesota residents Augsburg graduates (those who have completed an undergraduate degree) Re-applicants who have improved their science GPA (improved by at least 0.2 after meeting the minimum requirement of 3.0) and/or patient care experience (accrued at least 2000 hours of direct patient care at time of re-application) Military experience (honorably discharged veterans and active military) HRSA economic indicators from CASPA application: ● I am the first generation in my family to attend college (neither my mother nor my father attended college) ● I am from a family that lives in an area that is designated as a Health Professional Shortage Area, or a Medically Underserved Area (https://data.hrsa.gov/tools/shortage-area/hpsa-find). ● Your parent’s family income falls within the table’s guidelines and you are considered to have met the criteria for economically disadvantaged (https://www.census.gov/data/tables/time-series/demo/income-poverty/historical-poverty-thresholds.html) Interviews (September-November) As the committee completes file review, candidates are selected for an interview. The interviews are generally conducted from September-November. Candidates are invited to campus to meet program faculty, staff, current students, and to tour the facilities. The interviews focus on an applicant’s professionalism, communication skills, knowledge of and dedication to the Augsburg PA mission, patient care experiences, teamwork skills, and questions asked by the applicant. As interviews are completed, seats in the incoming class are offered. The cohort class will be filled between the months of October and May. A list of alternates will be selected to fill seats that accepted candidates may not claim. Academic Policies To access additional information pertaining to program policies, please reference the current student handbook found on the PA program website. Technical Standards Technical Standards are defined as the nonacademic requirements for participation in an educational program or activity. They include physical, cognitive and behavioral abilities required for satisfactory completion of all aspects of the curriculum and for entry into the profession. All candidates and students for a master of physician assistant studies degree offered by the PA Program at Augsburg University must have, with or without reasonable accommodation, multiple abilities and skills including: Physical Technical Standards ● Functional use of the senses of vision, hearing, and equilibrium. 101 ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Exteroceptive (touch, pain, temperature) and proprioceptive (position, pressure, movement, stereognosis, and vibratory) senses Perception/observation of demonstrations, exercises, and patients accurately at a distance and close at hand. Communicate (in English) effectively, efficiently and sensitively with faculty, fellow students, all members of the health care team, other professionals, patients and their families, including verbal, non-verbal, written and typed communication. Dissect cadavers and examine gross specimens in gross anatomy and pathology laboratories Use instruments such as, but not limited to, a stethoscope, an ophthalmoscope, an otoscope, and a sphygmomanometer Possess gross and fine motor skills sufficient to directly perform palpation, percussion, auscultation, and other basic diagnostic procedures Execute motor movements reasonably required to provide basic medical care, such as airway management, placement of catheters, suturing, phlebotomy, application of sufficient pressure to control bleeding, pelvic examination, genital examination, digital rectal examination, simple obstetric maneuvers, and extended standing and retraction in a sterile surgical environment and gown while actively assisting the surgical team for prolonged periods of time. Cognitive Technical Standards Students must have sufficient cognitive (mental) capacities to assimilate the technically detailed and complex information presented in formal lectures, small group discussions, medical literature, individual teaching settings, and in clinical patient care settings. Students must be able to demonstrate higher-level cognitive abilities, which include: ● ● ● ● ● ● be able to independently access and interpret medical histories or files identify significant findings from history, physical examination, and laboratory data provide a reasoned explanation for likely diagnoses and prescribed medications and therapy recall and retain information in an efficient and timely manner and be able to see the relationship between this retained information and its application in clinical practice calculate, reason, analyze, and synthesize incorporate new information from peers, teachers, and the medical literature in formulating diagnoses and plans Behavioral and Social Technical Standards ● Demonstrate the emotional health, maturity and compassion required of a healthcare provider. ● Possess the ability to use their intellectual capacity, exercise good judgment, and promptly complete responsibilities attendant to the diagnosis under potentially stressful circumstances, emergency situations, and extended hours ● Develop empathic, sensitive, and effective relationships with patients ● Adapt to changing environments and to learn in the face of uncertainties inherent in the practice of medicine ● Respond to supervision appropriately and act within the scope of practice, when indicated ● Possess sufficient interpersonal skills to interact positively with people from all levels of society, all ethnic backgrounds, and all belief systems. ● Take responsibility for themselves and their behaviors ● Positively represent the Augsburg University PA Program and the PA Profession All PA students must meet the minimum technical standards at all times to successfully progress through the program. Inability to meet any of these requirements at any stage in the program will result in a formal review process with the student progression review committee (PRC) to support the student and identify reasonable accommodations. It is the responsibility of the student to notify the PA Program Student Progression Committee, in writing, of any changes in ability to meet minimum technical standards. A stated intention to only practice in a narrow field of medicine does not alter the requirement that all students take and achieve full competence across the entire curriculum. 102 Documentation of a Disability The Augsburg University PA Program is committed to the admission and matriculation of qualified students. Augsburg University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious belief, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, or citizenship in its educational policies, admissions policies, employment, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and/or school-administered programs, except in those instances where there is a bona fide occupational qualification or to comply with state or federal law. The PA Program will not discriminate against such individuals who are otherwise qualified but will expect all applicants and students to meet the published technical standards. All Augsburg students have been accepted by the college based on their ability to succeed academically and are required to meet the same academic and technical standards. Disability Resources (CLASS Office) provides academic support and reasonable accommodations to students with disabilities or temporary conditions. If you have ADHD, a mental health disability, a learning disability, a physical/sensory impairment, a chronic health condition, are on the autism spectrum, or have another disability, the CLASS office can provide you with reasonable accommodations and support. Disability Specialists provide: ● ● ● ● ● Determination of appropriate accommodations Individual support Instruction in learning strategies Help with time management and organizational skills Assistance with course selection Accommodations may include: ● ● ● ● ● ● Alternative testing (extended time, limited distraction) Assistive technology Alternative format textbooks and course materials Note taking support Housing accommodations Classroom accommodations Some Examples of Disabilities ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD/ADD) Learning Disabilities Psychiatric Disabilities Autism Spectrum Disorders Head Injury/Traumatic Brain Injury Physical Disabilities and Systemic Illnesses Deafness/Hearing Impairment Blindness/Low Vision Disabilities that are sporadic or degenerative in nature Temporary conditions Accessing accommodations is an ongoing and interactive process where information can be gathered from the student and from other relevant sources. We ask that students interview with a Disability Specialist to discuss their requests. We prefer students to present any documentation that describes their disability and the impact on educational experiences directly to the CLASS office. We encourage students to seek support early. Each student’s requests will be evaluated on an individual basis. The first step in accessing services is to call CLASS to schedule an appointment with a Disability Specialist, (612) 330-1053. 103 Advanced Placement and Experiential Learning Policy The PA Program does not offer advanced placement to admitted students. All students admitted to the PA Program must complete the entire curriculum. The Augsburg PA Program does not award academic credit to an individual for experiential learning. Applicants desiring admission to the Augsburg PA Program must satisfactorily complete all prerequisite courses. Experiential learning will be considered separately from prerequisite courses. Experiential learning prior to and during admittance to the Augsburg PA Program will not substitute for any part of the clinical phase. Employment while in the Program We strongly discourage outside employment while enrolled in the Physician Assistant Program. Faculty does recognize that employment may be an issue that some students will face. However, program obligations and academic expectations 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. Outside employment is never considered an excused absence. Employment will not be accepted as an excuse for academic failures. or assignments not completed on time. Withdrawal Policy A student may initiate voluntary withdrawal from the Augsburg University Physician Assistant Program after submission of a letter to the Program Director requesting withdrawal. In the letter, the student should outline the circumstances and reasons for withdrawal. Students will be requested to conduct an exit interview with the Program Director prior to leaving the program. All students are further advised to follow the university catalog procedure for withdrawal from the University. Policies and Procedures for withdrawal from individual courses is based upon Augsburg University Registrar Policies. Please review official withdrawal deadlines on the registrar website for questions on tuition refunds. Readmission Policy Re-admission to the PA Program after withdrawal or dismissal from the program will be considered only under extremely unusual circumstances. Students may request readmission after voluntary withdrawal by reapplying to the PA Program through the Central Application Service for Physician Assistants (CASPA) and the Augsburg University Supplemental Application. Additionally, at the time of application, the applicant must submit a letter reflecting upon and outlining the reason for requesting readmission directly to the PA Program Director. Augsburg University PA Program does not offer advanced placement to any student. To read about the PA program’s Leave of Absence, Deceleration, and Parental Leave policies, please refer to the current student handbook found on the PA program website. For the full readmission policy and reapplication process, please contact the program. Costs of the PA Program For tuition information, go to www.augsburg.edu/pa. For complete and current payment options go to the Student Financial Services website at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial. PA Program Faculty Vanessa Bester, EdD, MPAS, PA-C, Program Director, Assistant Professor. Michael Butler, MPAS, PA-C, Clinical Assistant Professor 104 Rachel Elbing, MPH, PA-C, Clinical Assistant Professor Miranda LaCroix, MSPAS, PA-C, Adjunct Instructor Ryane Lester, MPAS, PA-C, Instructor. Kristen Lindvall, MPAS, PA-C, Clinical Assistant Professor. Caroline Rowe, PhD, Instructor. Danielle Skoglund, MPAS, PA-C, Clinical Coordinator. Eric Van Hecke, MPAS, PA-C, Instructor. James Young, MD, Medical Director. 105 Master of Social Work The social work profession offers the rewarding prospect of joining with others to respond to social problems and develop opportunities that benefit individuals, families, groups, and communities. Social workers are foundational in many social systems including health care, education, non-profits, government entities, and others. The MSW degree prepares you for advanced-level professional practice in the field of social work, including all levels of social work licensure. Augsburg’s MSW program prepares you for advanced social work practice dedicated to system change that reduces oppression and discrimination. MSW students value our small class sizes, the cohort structure, and the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with each other and our faculty and staff. As a small hybrid program that meets online and on campus, we have high expectations for our students and simultaneously offer flexibility to help each student meet their individual goals. Attending Augsburg University will transform and develop your professional life in unexpected ways. The MSW program has two specializations. The first, Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP), prepares students for clinical practice with individuals, families, and groups. The second, Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP), prepares students for macro social work practice with organizations, communities, and other large systems. Both programs focus on individual development of the social work practitioner and the multitude of social identities that shape our cultural and institutional systems. We are delighted in your interest in our MSW program and invite you to join us in a lifelong adventure in learning. The personal and professional growth necessary to become an advanced professional social worker is challenging. We encourage you to take the challenge with us. MSW Mission We strive to prepare exceptional social work professionals for anti-racist and anti-oppressive advanced social work practice that promotes intersectional racial and social justice in a diverse and global society. Program Overview The MSW program prepares social work students for professional practice in public and nonprofit settings. Our challenging MSW curriculum integrates social work theory with micro and macro practice methods. Students develop skills, knowledge, and values necessary for ethical social work practice. As you progress through our MSW program, you will: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Learn how individuals live in and are affected by their social environment Understand how social policies and programs affect individuals, families, communities, and society Apply theories and methods of practice through the field practicum experience Use a range of client-centered approaches to practice with client groups of all types and sizes Engage in practice informed by sound, scholarly research Evaluate the effectiveness of your social work practice or social work programs Advocate for the eradication of oppression and discrimination Be a responsible and contributing citizen in the local and global community Accreditation Augsburg’s MSW program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Your MSW degree must be accredited by CSWE if you seek licensure with the social work board of your state. For more information on CSWE accreditation go to www.cswe.org. Augsburg University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see the Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships section of this catalog. 106 Plan of Study Students entering Augsburg’s MSW program with a bachelor’s degree from a discipline other than social work are classified as generalist students. Full-time generalist students are enrolled in a two year program. Part-time generalist students are enrolled in a four year program. Students entering Augsburg’s MSW program with a bachelor’s degree in social work from a CSWE (Council on Social Work Education) accredited institution are classified as advanced standing students. Full-time advanced standing students are enrolled in a 13 month program. Part-time advanced standing students are enrolled in a 25 month program. All students must complete the MSW degree within 4 years following matriculation. Academic Calendar The MSW program meets on a semester calendar, with classes offered September through August. Classes typically meet every other weekend with an occasional back-to-back weekend. Field practicum hours are generally completed during weekday hours. If a student lives outside the Twin Cities metro area, the field practicum hours can be completed at a placement near the student’s place of residence. Hours per week vary depending on the agency placement and the student’s availability. For academic calendars and schedules, go to www.augsburg.edu/registrar. Class Periods Courses in the MSW program are hybrid. Each class meets live on campus for 50% of the classes and asynchronously online for 50% of the classes. Classes meet on campus in 2-4 hour blocks on Friday evenings, 6 to 9:45 pm; Saturday mornings, 8:15 am to 12 pm; and Saturday afternoons, 1:00 to 4:45 pm. Each class meets on campus for eight sessions in a fall and spring semester and for four sessions on campus in a summer term (May-August), with the expectation that students engage in hybrid online learning activities between on-campus class weekends. Time Commitment Hybrid programs are a combination of face-to-face class sessions and online/experiential learning. On a class weekend, the typical student will spend 11 hours in class within a 23-hour period. For every hour spent in class, a student may expect to spend 3 hours outside of class working on online activities, assignments, readings, or group projects. A student may also spend 15 to 20 hours per week in the field practicum during the fall and spring semesters (a span of 8 to 9 months for each practicum). In the final year of study, students complete a competency based learning portfolio, which is reflective of their learning in an accredited master’s of social work program. Credit and Contact Hours MSW courses range from two to four semester credits. Depending on the number of credits, students will spend 16 to 32 hours in the classroom per course. Students will also be expected to engage in activities and independent study outside of class. Cohort Structure MSW students are admitted to a particular cohort. Cohorts are distinguished by level of admission (generalist or advanced standing), rate of attendance (full-time or part-time), and chosen specialization (Multicultural Clinical Practice [MCCP] or Multicultural Macro Practice [MCMP]). Any changes to a student’s cohort selection must be approved by the MSW director. Field Practicum Generalist students complete 920 hours in two field practica; advanced standing students complete 500 hours in one field practicum. Successful completion of the first field practicum, required for generalist students, is a minimum of 420 hours. Successful completion of the second field practicum, required for both generalist and advanced standing students, is a minimum of 500 hours. Each practicum experience is spread over two semesters (fall and spring). These hours are completed concurrent with enrollment in the integrative field seminars as well as other MSW courses. 107 MSW Curriculum Components Foundation Curriculum In the generalist first year courses and field practicum, students are introduced to social work as a profession. Students learn both historical foundations and contemporary theories and practice methods relating to both the individual and the social environment. During the generalist year, students study human behavior and the social environment, history of social welfare policy, research methods, assessment and intervention methods, diversity, and social work values and ethics. In the generalist curriculum students apply knowledge of theories and practice methods in the generalist field practicum. The field practicum is completed concurrently with enrollment in two field seminar courses. The full generalist curriculum is required of all students, with the exception of those admitted with advanced standing. Before beginning the specialization curriculum, all generalist coursework and field hours must be successfully completed. Specialization Curriculum After completing the generalist requirements, students enroll in the specialization curriculum that they selected at the time of their application to the program. Students also complete an advanced field practicum. Augsburg offers two specializations: Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) or Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP). In either specialization, students deepen their knowledge of the primary issues affecting families and communities, develop a range of client-centered approaches to practice, gain a broader understanding of human diversity, develop competencies in practice-based research, and learn practice or program evaluation techniques. In the specialization curriculum, students apply this advanced knowledge of theories and practice methods in the specialization field practicum. The field practicum is relevant to their chosen specialization and is completed concurrently with enrollment in two field seminar courses. As a capstone to the MSW program, students complete a portfolio project or a summative evaluation project. Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) Specialization Multiculturalism is a process requiring practitioners to have a deep awareness of their social and cultural identities, as well as the ability to use multiple lenses when working with diverse populations. With person-in-environment and anti-oppressive approaches as organizing perspectives, multicultural clinical social work practice addresses the biopsychosocial and spiritual well-being of individuals, families, and groups. To this end, graduates of the MCCP specialization develop competence in using relationship-based, culturally informed, anti-oppressive, and theoretically grounded interventions with persons facing challenges with their emotional, behavioral, and mental health. Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) Specialization The Multicultural Macro Practice specialization prepares social workers to develop leadership skills to work across system sizes, with a broad range of problems, while grounded in anti-oppressive and anti-racist social work practices. Social workers who specialize in macro practice have a wide range of settings in which they practice their skills. Leadership, research and evaluation, community organizing, policy practice, program design and development are just some of the areas in which macro social workers find themselves. Building on the rich diversity inherent in the various practice settings, multicultural macro practice social workers use their understanding of anti-oppressive systemic practices to guide their work. Settings include government agencies, nonprofit organizations, policy settings, and community development programs. Portfolio Project ● The goal of the Competency Based Learning Portfolio is to enhance the reflective assessment practice, as well as to offer more vivid portrayals of a student’s academic and professional experience than traditional assessments. By definition, portfolios are formative (i.e., designed for guided reflection and self-evaluation). However they are also summative documents in that they illustrate students’ competencies. All students are required to create a portfolio during their final year of study. Items in a portfolio might include videos, process recordings, reflective statements, 108 writing samples, case analyses, term papers, electronic submissions, policy activities, feedback from service users, self-evaluations of personal progress, and links to references. Degree requirements To be conferred the MSW degree, students must achieve the following: ● ● ● ● ● ● Successful completion of any admission conditions (see Admission to MSW) Successful completion of all required MSW courses Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher Successful completion of 920 hours of approved field practica for generalist students or 500 hours of approved field practicum for advanced standing students Successful completion and submission of the portfolio project Successful completion of all degree requirements within 4 years of matriculation. State of Minnesota Social Work Licensure Six months prior to completion of the MSW degree at Augsburg, students may apply to take the Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) license exam from the Minnesota Board of Social Work. To achieve LGSW licensure students must pass the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) master’s level national social work licensure examination and complete the MSW degree. To seek the Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) license or the Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) license, one must work two years full-time (or 4,000 hours part-time) as an LGSW under the supervision of an LISW or LICSW, depending on the desired licensure. Upon completion of the supervision requirement, one may take the LISW or LICSW’s Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) national social work licensure examination. For the LICSW, there are additional requirements for 360 clinical clock hours in six specific categories. For more information, go to the Minnesota Board of Social Work web page, www.socialwork.state.mn.us. MSW Course Requirements Generalist Courses FALL SWK 500 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment* SWK 505 - Practice Methods and Skills 1: Individuals* SWK 530 - Integrative Field Seminar 1 (taken concurrent with first practicum)* SPRING SWK 509 - Human Behavior: Mental Health Assessment and Diagnosis SWK 506 - Practice Methods and Skills 2: Groups and Families* SWK 535 - Integrative Field Seminar 2 (taken concurrent with first practicum)* SWK 504 - Applied Research Methods (generalist students only) SUMMER SWK 501 - History of Social Welfare Policy* SWK 516 - Practice Methods and Skills 3: Communities and Policies* Advanced Standing Student Generalist Courses SUMMER SWK 510 - Advanced Practice Methods 109 SWK 509 - Human Behavior: Mental Health Assessment and Diagnosis *Course potentially can be waived for advanced standing students (BSW holders). Specialization Courses Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) Specialization: FALL SWK 610 - Integrative Field Seminar 3: Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) (taken concurrent with second practicum) SWK 615 - Diversity and Inequality 1 SWK 628 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) with Individuals SWK 629 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) with Families SPRING SWK 611 - Integrative Field Seminar 4: Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) (taken concurrent with second practicum) SWK 616 - Diversity and Inequality 2 SWK 630 - Multicultural Policy Practice SWK 631 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) with Groups SUMMER 1 SWK 634 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) Supervision SWK 639 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) Elective SWK 640 - Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) Capstone SWK 699 - General Elective Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) Specialization: FALL SWK 651 - Integrative Field Seminar 3: Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) (taken concurrent with second practicum) SWK 615 - Diversity and Inequality 1 SWK 660 - Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) Research Methods SWK 667 - Organizations/Social Administrative Practice 1 SPRING SWK 652 - Integrative Field Seminar 4: Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) (taken concurrent with second practicum) SWK 616 - Diversity and Inequality 2 SWK 668 - Organizations/Social Administrative Practice 2 SWK 630 - Multicultural Policy Practice SUMMER SWK 669 - Organizations/Social Administrative Practice 3 SWK 699 - General Elective SWK 671 - Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) Planning SWK 699 General Elective Students complete at least one general elective course. Field Practicum Social work education goes beyond the classroom. Through the field practicum, students will demonstrate skills to bridge theory and practice. Collaborative efforts between the student, the field agency, and the MSW program are essential to successful learning. The foundation of the practice includes: 110 ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Ethical, competent professional practice Problem solving within a systems framework and strengths perspective Use of advanced practice theories in Multicultural Clinical Practice (MCCP) or Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) settings Evaluation of the effectiveness of program or practice activities An understanding of and respect for diverse human identities Responsibility and service to the local and global community in the interest of social justice A commitment to oppose oppression of all forms Field Education Format Under the instruction and supervision of professionally-trained, MSW-level, and program-approved field instructors, generalist students will spend a minimum of 920 hours in two field practica. Advanced standing students will spend a minimum of 500 hours in one field practicum. Both the generalist and specialization practica are spread over two semesters (fall and spring). Both practica are concurrent with enrollment in integrative field seminars, as well as other MSW coursework. The field education of the MSW program is divided into two components: Generalist Practicum ● The 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 generalist level. Students spend an average of 15 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters in this practicum. Specialization Practicum ● The specialization practicum places emphasis on advanced practice skills and leadership qualities related to the chosen specialization. It requires a minimum of 500 hours and is completed by all students, including those admitted with advanced standing. Students spend an average of 18 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters in this practicum. Field Practicum Settings and Field Practicum Identification The field matching process begins the spring before classes start in collaboration with other Twin Cities MSW programs. Students attend a field orientation and a practicum interviewing event with a large number of agencies and potential field instructors. Practicum matching involves interviews at the approved practicum sites, arranged by the student, and a matching process conducted collaboratively by the field directors of the participating MSW programs in the Twin Cities. Students are notified of the agencies they are matched with a few weeks later. Dual Degree in Social Work and Business Administration (MSW/MBA) Augsburg University offers a dual MSW/MBA degree in social work and business administration. Students enrolled in the dual degree program learn to create better managed and financially-sound organizations to serve diverse communities. Purpose Many social service agencies today require that leadership combine financial and business expertise with social work practice and policy formation. The MSW/MBA dual degree prepares graduates to function in a workplace that demands the delivery of quality social services with the knowledge and skills of administrative leadership. Specialization The MSW/MBA dual degree includes an accelerated third year of study for MSW students who elect the Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) specialization. In this specialization, students learn to effect positive change in social service systems through their work with communities, organizations, and social policy makers. Prior Augsburg MSW graduates who have completed the necessary Multicultural Macro Practice (MCMP) coursework are eligible to return to complete the MBA portion of the dual degree. The MSW degree must be completed before the MBA portion of the dual degree. 111 Schedule Years 1 and 2 (September through June) MSW classes meet on alternating weekends—Friday evenings, Saturday mornings, and Saturday afternoons—and students engage in hybrid learning activities between class weekends. Year 3 (12–16 months) MBA courses meet on weeknights. The MBA program includes a summer term. See the MBA section for required courses for the dual degree. Curriculum ● Generalist or advanced standing coursework ● Either 920 hours (generalist) or 500 hours (advanced standing) MSW field practicum experience ● Complete a minimum of ten MBA courses after completion of the MSW degree. ● For more information regarding the MBA coursework required for the MSW/MBA dual degree, see the MBA section. MBA Admission MSW/MBA dual degree applicants may apply to both programs at the same time or admitted MSW students may wait to apply to the MBA program until their specialization year. The GMAT is waived for MSW/MBA dual degree applicants. However, all MSW students are required to complete the MBA math modules and achieve a score of 80% or higher before they begin the quantitative courses for the MBA program. Students must meet all admission criteria for the MBA program. Admission to one program does not guarantee admission to the other. MSW/LADC License The Augsburg University MSW program offers a pathway to qualify for the Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counseling credential while studying in the MSW program. Purpose The intent of MCCP MSW/LADC credential is to expand the workforce qualified to work with clients who have substance use issues and/or co-occurring disorders. Additionally, offering this credential expands the capabilities and qualifications of our MSW graduates to pursue careers. Adding the LADC requirements and certification to the regular plan of study in the MCCP/MSW program provides opportunities for dually licensed social workers (LICSW/LADC) to engage in the practice of alcohol and drug counseling once they are licensed (as per Minnesota state law) in addition to their ability to conduct diagnostic assessments, and individual, family and group treatment. Plan of Study The coursework required for the LADC credential includes the required coursework for the MCCP (Multicultural Clinical Practice) specialization. In addition, there are four courses and one additional fieldwork experience required. The four additional required courses are: SWK 518, Foundation of Addictions; SWK 519, Motivational Interviewing; SWK 699, General Elective – Co-Occurring Disorders; and SWK 622, MCCP Field Seminar 5. There are 380 additional field practicum hours required in addition to the 500 required for MSW specialization field practicum for a total of 880 hours. Content in the LADC pathway covers the 10 core functions required of an LADC training plus the 880 field practicum hours. For further information about the requirements for the LADC credential, please refer to the MN Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy. Admission to MSW The Augsburg University MSW program welcomes a wide range of human diversity amongst its student population. Listed below are general descriptions for the application process. Refer to the online MSW application documents for details regarding specific application requirements. 112 Admission Requirements ● Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or an appropriately certified foreign institution ● Cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher ● Liberal arts coursework in the social sciences, humanities, and natural sciences Application Checklist The priority application deadline is January 15 each year for matriculation in the following academic year.. For more information go to www.augsburg.edu/msw or call 612-330-1101. ● ● ● ● ● ● Completed application form Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the institution granting the Bachelor’s degree and from the most recently attended institution, if not the same. o Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits. o In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed. o The program director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary. Two recommendation checklist forms, with letters attached, submitted online Typed personal statement responding to the questions noted on the application form Results of the TOEFL language tests, if applicable Official international credit evaluation course-by-course review (for degrees completed outside of the United States) Admission as an international student International applicants must submit the required application materials listed above. Refer to the additional requirements outlined in Admission of International Students in the Graduate Admissions section. Admission as a transfer student Students may apply to Augsburg as a transfer student. Transfer students follow the same procedure as new applicants. Transfer students may receive up to 22 transfer credits. (See Evaluation of Transfer Credit in the Academic Programs and Policies section of this catalog.) Eligible courses must be from a CSWE-accredited MSW program and students must have received a grade of B- or higher. Students must complete no fewer than 30 credits at Augsburg in order to receive their MSW degree from Augsburg University. We do not grant academic credit for work or life experience. Admission with Advanced Standing Applicants who have earned a bachelor's degree in social work from a program that is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) are eligible for Advanced Standing status. Students with Advanced Standing status are waived a maximum of six MSW courses and the Generalist Field Internship. Advanced Standing students will be able to complete the MSW in a 12-month, full-time format. Academic Policies Academic Achievement Students must maintain at least a 3.00 cumulative grade point average in the MSW program. If a student falls below a B average, the student will be placed on academic probation. A 3.00 cumulative grade point average must be restored in order for a student to be removed from probation. If the cumulative grade point average again falls below 3.00, the student may be dismissed from the program. Students are retained in the program who can: ● ● Maintain expected grade point average (3.00 or higher) Complete course requirements of the program and field placement in a timely manner 113 ● ● Complete the program within four years Abide by the MSW Student Handbook and the NASW Code of Ethics Courses with a grade below B- must be repeated. No more than two courses can be repeated. If a student receives a grade below B- in a field course, the MSW director will initiate a Level 3 review, as outlined in the MSW Student Handbook Evaluation of Student Field Performance The criteria for evaluating field performance is based on the Council on Social Work Education competencies and can be found in the MSW Field Manual, which is located on the MSW Program Internship Placement Tracking website and on the MSW Resource Board on Moodle. Four-Year Limit All students are able to finish the degree within four years of matriculation. See the Academic Programs and Policies section of this catalog for policy on continuation of coursework. Leave of Absence Students who interrupt their program enrollment must request a leave of absence through the MSW program in order to maintain their admitted status. The request must be made in writing or via the student’s Augsburg email account. A leave of absence typically requires a full year away from the program in order to return to classes in sequence. Prerequisite Courses All generalist courses are prerequisite to the specialization courses. Students may not enroll in the specialization courses until successfully completing all generalist courses. In addition there are individual courses that are prerequisite to other individual courses in the MSW curriculum. These are listed in the MSW Student Handbook. Program Costs In addition to tuition fees, students can also expect to purchase textbooks and student liability insurance when in a field practicum. There may also be additional fees associated with short-term study abroad electives. Augsburg Scholarships Augsburg’s Social Work Department offers several scholarships each year. Students who are enrolled in the first year of the program are eligible to apply. Awards range in amount from $300 to $1,500. ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Phyllis M. Baker Memorial Scholarship Edwina L. Hertzberg Scholarship Arvida Norum Memorial Scholarship Steen Family Scholarship Fund for Minority Social Work Students Edwin Yattaw Memorial Scholarship Bodo F. Suemnig Memorial Scholarship Blanca Rosa Egas Memorial Scholarship MSW Forum All MSW students are invited to participate in the student-run organization, the MSW Forum. The purpose of the forum is to facilitate communication between social work students and the social work department, as well as to provide the opportunity for student participation in departmental governance, curriculum development, and program improvements. 114 The forum has historically been volunteer based. Any student may serve on the forum, provided the student can make a commitment to attend the meetings and share in the efforts. The MSW director and MSW program coordinator also serve on the forum. Other faculty may be invited as permanent members or as guests. MSW Faculty Ankita Deka, Associate Professor of Social Work, MSW Program Director. BA, Delhi University; MSW, Tata Institute of Social Sciences; PhD, Indiana University. Christina Erickson, Professor of Social Work, Department Chair. BS, University of Minnesota; MSW, University of Minnesota-Duluth; PhD, University of Illinois-Chicago. Alex Fink, Assistant Professor of Social Work. BA, MSW, PhD, University of Minnesota. Melissa Hensley, Associate Professor of Social Work, BSW Program Director. BA, MSW, PhD, Washington University in St. Louis; MHA, University of Missouri–Columbia. Kao Nou Moua, Assistant Professor of Social Work, BSW Field Director, BA, MSW, University of Montana; PhD, University of Minnesota. Erin Sugrue, Assistant Professor of Social Work. BA, Grinnell College; MSW, MPP, PhD, University of Minnesota. Christopher Thyberg, BASW, Calvin University; MSW, PhD, University of Pittsburgh. Special Appointments Susan Carlin, Visiting Professor. BA, University of Minnesota; MS, University of Wisconsin-Stout; MSSW, University of Wisconsin. Genevieve Sabala, Visiting Professor. MSW Field Director, BA, Egerton University; MSW, MPA, Grand Valley State University; PhD (ABD) Nova Southeastern University Richard Spratt, Visiting Professor. BSW, Augsburg University; MSW University of Minnesota. Social Work Department Staff Carson Backhus, MSW Program Coordinator Doran Edwards, BSW Program Assistant Director Lydia Madden, Social Work Department Coordinator & MSW Field Assistant 115 Graduate Certificate in Health Equity and Racial Justice in Healthcare This course credit-seeking certificate program is designed to create awareness for health, equity, and racial justice in health, healthcare systems, and communities. This certificate targets current graduate students and alumni in healthcare-focused disciplines at Augsburg University who desire a graduate certificate in Health Equity and Racial Justice in Healthcare, offering a flexible time to completion. The certificate courses are part of distinct graduate departments with Augsburg: Nursing, Physician Assistant, Leadership, Social Work, and Business. The Doctor of Psychology program is a part of the collaborative and plans to be active in participation for the 2024-2025 academic year. Certificate Learning Outcomes: 1. Integrate the social determinants of health into the context of professional practice and interdisciplinary collaboration. 2. Explore hegemonic norms, privilege, and bias in health care practices as structural barriers and systems of oppression are explored. 3. Demonstrate principles of transformative action through advocacy, praxis, and speaking truth to power. Certificate Requirements ● ● ● NUR 541: Politics of Healthcare One of NUR 541P or NUR715 ○ NUR 541P: Practicum: Politics of Healthcare ○ NUR 715: Practicum: Dismantling White Supremacy Culture Two additional courses, with one being from the student’s primary graduate program and one from a different program. Nursing students must take both courses outside of the main program. These two classes are chosen from the following: ○ MBA 540: Business and Professional Ethics ○ ML 560: Cultural Competence and Effective Leadership ○ ML 599: Topics: Collaborative Leadership ○ SWK 509: Human Behavior: Mental Health Assessment and Diagnosis ○ SWK 630: Multicultural Policy Practice ○ PA 500/510/520/530: Community Health and Evidence-Based Professional Practice (must take 3 out of 4; PA students only) Program Costs The certificate program is intended for current Augsburg graduate students or alumni of the participating programs. Tuition for certificate program courses will be based on a student’s main graduate program classification. Graduate certificate programs are not financial aid-eligible. If a current degree-seeking student is pursuing the certificate alongside their regular graduate studies, courses required only for the certificate will not be factored into the financial aid eligibility for a semester. Admission The normal graduate application process is used for students who wish to pursue the certificate program. 116 Augsburg University Board of Regents For more details, go to augsburg.edu/about/leadership/regents. Sylvia Bartley, PhD Cyrus Batheja ‘08, ‘11 MBA, EdD Cheryl T. Chatman, EdD Karim El-Hibri ‘06 Ellen Ewald Nicholas C. Gangestad ’86, MBA James Hereford Pahoua Yang Hoffman Kenneth Holmen ‘74, MD Veena Iyer, JD Diane L. Jacobson, PhD Eric Jolly, PhD Cyndi Jones ‘81, PhD Wayne D. Jorgenson ‘71 Ethelind Kaba Karolynn Lestrud ‘68 Terry Lindstrom ‘73, PhD Michael C. Maxey Dennis J. Meyer ‘78 Pamela Hanson Moksnes ‘79 Nancy Mueller ’85 John O’Brien, PhD Paul C. Pribbenow, PhD John Schwartz ‘67 Bishop Laurie Skow-Anderson, ex officio Dean A. Sundquist ‘81 Bishop Ann Svennungsen, ex officio Jill N. Thomas, JD Rev. Mark N. Wilhelm, PhD, ELCA advisory member Noya Woodrich, ‘92, ‘94 MSW ELCA Vocation and Education Program Unit Program Director for Colleges and Universities Rev. 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Show more Introduction Undergraduate Catalog 2017-2018 Official Publication of Augsburg University 2211 Riverside Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55454 The Augsburg University Undergraduate Catalog contains information about academic program requirements and academic and student policies and procedures for Fall Semester 2017 - Summer Semester 2018. It is subject to change without notice. The catalog is intended to complement other University publications including the Student Guide and University website. It is important for students to be familiar with all University policies and procedures. Students are strongly encouraged to consult their advisor(s) at least once each semester to be certain they are properly completing degree requirements. Published 2017 Phone: 612-330-1000 www.augsburg.edu 1 A Greeting from the President A university catalog is a wonderful text, full of detail and data that offer all of us a map to our lives together as a university community. This is a map grounded in Augsburg’s mission: “To educate students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders.” What has prompted you to study this map of Augsburg University? If you’re already enrolled at Augsburg, I trust you will continue to find here the awe and wonder of an educational experience that is meaningful and challenging. I hope 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 University and an Augsburg education, welcome. I believe you will find it not only tells you about the character and essence of our institution, 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 University 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 University, or consider doing so, please know that those of us who await you here find the University 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, Ph.D. President 2 About Augsburg At Augsburg University, we believe that the university experience should be a time of exploration, of discovery, of new experiences, and of new possibilities. We also believe that a liberal arts education is the best preparation for living in the fast-paced, 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, creatively solve problems, and communicate effectively. Discovering Your Gifts and Talents The heart of an Augsburg undergraduate education is the Augsburg Core Curriculum—designed to prepare students to become informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders; and thus achieve the educational goals of our mission. 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; their vocation 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 locations in the heart of thriving metropolitan areas, 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 and Rochester are extended campuses for Augsburg students. Mission Statement Students who graduate from Augsburg are well prepared to make a difference in the world. They stand as testaments to the University motto, “Education for Service,” and mission: Augsburg University educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. The Augsburg experience is supported by an engaged community that is committed to intentional diversity in its life and work. An Augsburg education is defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies, guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran Church, and shaped by its urban and global settings. Campus Location Augsburg University is located in the heart of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota. The campus is bordered by Riverside Avenue and Interstate 94, near the University of Minnesota West Bank campus and the University of Minnesota Medical Center. Downtown Minneapolis is just minutes away, providing access to internships and careers with some of the country’s leading companies, as well as entertainment, arts, sports venues, shopping, dining, and transportation. The campus is blocks from the METRO Green and Blue light rail lines, which provide easy access to destinations in Minneapolis and St. Paul, as well as the Minneapolis International Airport. 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, WI, 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 3 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 140 years. 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 Traditional attitudes 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 (19381962). His involvement in ecumenical and civic circles 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 had become 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 (1963-1980), Augsburg became a vital and integral part of the city of Minneapolis. 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 4 theoretical learning and the practical experience to succeed in a global, diverse world. Augsburg’s Rochester learning site was added in 2002, further expanding Augsburg’s presence in key cities in the state of Minnesota. Dr. Paul C. Pribbenow became president in July 2006. Under his leadership, Augsburg aims to educate students of all ages—in the midst of a great city—to be faithful citizens of the world. Augsburg became “Augsburg University” on September 1, 2017. 5 Augsburg Today Augsburg continues to reflect the commitment and dedication of the founders who believed:    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 University’s work today is lived out in the phrase, “We believe we are called to serve our neighbor. Through common commitments to living faith, active citizenship, meaningful work, and global perspective, Augsburg prepares its students to become effective, ethical citizens in a complex global society. In addition to Augsburg’s undergraduate program of liberal arts and sciences, Augsburg offers numerous master’s degree programs as well as a doctoral program in nursing practice. For information about graduate programs, go to www.augsburg.edu/grad. Undergraduate and graduate education is offered in a variety formats. In addition to its Minneapolis campus, Augsburg has a learning site in Rochester, MN. Centers of Commitment The four Centers of Commitment articulate core values that inform the institutional mission of Augsburg University both internally and externally: each Center provides a bridge between curriculum and community; each works to realize the University’s strategic intention to "educate for lives of meaning and purpose" as well as to ensure the University is "at the table" with community partners in relationships of mutual benefit that enhance the University’s distinctive identity and deepen the educational experiences of our students. Their themes are reflected in Augsburg's mission: informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. Minneapolis-based Day Program Augsburg’s Minneapolis-based Day program 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). The Day Program provides an educational opportunity for students who want to earn a bachelor’s degree through courses that meet during the day or in the evening. Students in the Day Program pay comprehensive tuition that allows them to register for between 12-19 semester credits per term. ACTC is a five-college consortium that allows Day Program students to take courses on other campuses without additional charge while a full-time student at Augsburg. The ACTC consortium includes Augsburg University, St. Catherine University, Hamline University, Macalester College, and the University of St. Thomas. (See Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities (ACTC) section). Adult Undergraduate Program Augsburg’s Adult Undergraduate Program provides an educational opportunity for adults who want to earn a bachelor’s degree with a flexible schedule and with a learning environment that acknowledges the real life experience adult students bring to the classroom. 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 and professional studies. Adult Undergraduate Schedule The AU schedule is designed to meet the needs of adult students. Courses in individual majors will meet on the same night of the week, on an alternating bi-weekly schedule for the duration of the major. The alternating weeks of the semester are labeled “Maroon” and “Silver.” Students select courses from both the maroon and silver schedules, creating an alternating schedule of classes. 6 Face-to-face meetings occur on alternating weeks for three-and-a-half hours on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday, depending on the program. Online and out-of-class work occurs during the non-class meeting week. AU students may attend part-time or full-time each semester. Minneapolis - Adult Undergraduate Program Augsburg’s adult undergraduate program is designed to help students finish a bachelor’s degree quickly and efficiently, in as little as two years. Delivered in a hybrid-learning format, it combines the benefits of face-to-face classroom instruction with the convenience of online learning. Augsburg also offers courses from several Day Program majors during the evening in a traditional classroom setting. Please note that not all of the required courses for the Day Program majors are offered in the evening. For a complete list of degree completion programs offered in the AU Program, visit www.augsburg.edu/pro/majors. Rochester - Adult Undergraduate Program Augsburg’s branch site in Rochester was established in 1998 as a natural extension of the institution’s mission and its expertise in teaching working adults. A variety of undergraduate majors are offered. The Rochester site classrooms and offices are located at Bethel Lutheran Church (ELCA), a few blocks south of the heart of the city, which is home to more than 100,000 residents. It is a city that enjoys a rich ethnic diversity and superior technological resources. In Rochester, Minnesota, students complete the same degree requirements as students in the Minneapolis undergraduate program. Augsburg classes in Rochester meet on a semester schedule with classes taking place on weekday evenings, making them accessible to working adults. As with the adult undergraduate program in Minneapolis, Rochester classes are delivered in a hybrid-learning format, combining the benefits of face-to-face classroom instruction with the convenience of online learning. There are 8 majors offered in Rochester, some of which must be completed by taking courses at the Minneapolis campus. In addition to the degree programs that can be completed entirely in this location, students may work on a variety of other majors through a combination of Rochester and Minneapolis-based evening courses. Students at the Rochester site are Augsburg University students. They are supported through an array of e-learning resources ranging from access to Lindell Library databases to the use of online course management software. Information about the Rochester site is available at www.augsburg.edu/rochester or by calling the Rochester office at 507-288-2886. 7 Minneapolis Campus Facilities Instruction facilities and student housing at Augsburg’s main campus are conveniently located near each other. A tunnel/ramp/skyway system connects the two tower residence halls, the five buildings on the Quadrangle, plus the Music Hall, Lindell Library, Oren Gateway Center, and the Foss, Lobeck, Miles Center for Worship, Drama, and Communication. Admissions Office—The Office of Admissions is located on the lower level of Christensen Center. Anderson Hall (1993)—Named in honor of Oscar Anderson, President of Augsburg from 1963 to 1980, and this residence hall is located at 2016 8th Street. Anderson Hall contains four types of living units and houses 192 students, as well as the Center for Wellness and Counseling, the Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship, and the Office of Marketing and Communication. Center for Wellness and Counseling—The Center for Wellness and Counseling, located in Anderson Hall, offers programs and services that enhance student learning by promoting personal development and well-being. Christensen Center (1967)—The University Center includes the Admissions Office, a student lounge, the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work, the Commons dining facility and Einstein Bros. Bagels, two art galleries, the copy center and mailroom, Events and Conference Planning, the Center for Global Education and Experience, International Student and Scholar Services, Latin@ Student Services, American Indian Student Services, Pan-Afrikan Student Services, PanAsian Student Services, Campus Activities and Orientation, LGBTQIA Student Services, and the Auggie’s Nest, a meeting place for student organizations. Edor Nelson Field—The athletic field, located at 725 23rd Avenue, is the playing and practice field of many of the Augsburg teams. An air-supported dome covers the field during winter months, allowing year-round use. Foss, Lobeck, Miles Center for Worship, Drama, and Communication (1988)—The Foss Center is named in recognition of the Julian and June Foss family. The Tjornhom-Nelson Theater, Hoversten Chapel, and the Arnold Atrium are also housed in this complex, which provides space for Campus Ministry, the Christensen Center for Vocation (CCV), the departments of Theater and Communication Studies, Film, and New Media, classrooms, and administrative offices (Facilities Management and the Enterprise Information Systems and Systems and Networking teams in IT). Hagfors Center (2018) Ice Arena (1974)—Two skating areas provide practice space for hockey and figure skating, and recreational skating for Augsburg and the metropolitan community. Kennedy Center (2007)—Completed in 2007 as a three-story addition to Melby Hall and named for Dean (’75) and Terry Kennedy, it features a state-of-the-art wrestling training center, fitness center, classrooms for health and physical education, and hospitality facilities. The James G. Lindell Family Library (1997)—This library and information technology center houses all library functions and is located on the corner of 22nd Avenue and 7th Street. It houses the TechDesk and User Support team in IT and the Gage Center for Student Success: the Deidre Middleton Office of Academic Advising, the Academic Skills Office, the Center for Learning and Adaptive Student Services (CLASS), and TRIO/Student Support Services. Luther Hall (1999)—Named for theologian Martin Luther, Luther Hall is a three-story apartment complex along 20th Avenue, between 7th and 8th Streets that houses juniors and seniors in units from efficiencies to two-bedroom suites. Melby Hall (1961)—Named in honor of J. S. Melby (dean of men from 1920 to 1942, basketball coach, and head of the Christianity Department). It provides facilities for the health and physical education program, intercollegiate and intramural athletics, the Hoyt Messerer Fitness Center, and general auditorium purposes. The Ernie Anderson Center Court was dedicated in 2001. Mortensen Hall (1973)—Named in honor of Gerda Mortensen (dean of women from 1923 to 1964), it has 104 one- and two-bedroom apartments that house 312 upper-class students, the Department of Public Safety and a lounge area. Charles S. Anderson Music Hall (1978)—Contains Sateren Auditorium, a 217-seat recital hall, classroom facilities, two rehearsal halls, music libraries, practice studios, and offices for the Music department faculty. 8 Old Main (1900)—Home for the Department of Art and the Department of Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies, with classrooms used by other departments. Extensively remodeled in 1980, Old Main combines energy efficiency with architectural details from the past. It is included on the National Register of Historic Places. Oren Gateway Center (2007)—Named for lead donors and alumni Don and Beverly Oren, it is home for the StepUP program, Institutional Advancement offices, the Alumni and Parent and Family Relations Offices, the Master of Business Administration Program, the Master of Arts in Leadership program, the Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing program, and substance-free student housing. It also houses the Barnes & Noble Augsburg Bookstore, Nabo Café, Gage Family Art Gallery, and the Johnson Conference Center. Science Hall (1949)—Houses classrooms, laboratories, and a medium-sized auditorium; the departments of Nursing, Physics, Mathematics & Statistics, Biology, and Chemistry; the Undergraduate Research and Graduate Opportunity (URGO) Office, McNair Scholars, and Administrative Accounting. Sverdrup Hall (1955)—Named in honor of Augsburg’s fourth president, it contains the Enrollment Center (Registrar’s Office and Student Financial Services), the Women’s Resource Center, the Honors Desk, classrooms and computer labs, and the departments of Education and Computer Science. Sverdrup-Oftedal Memorial Hall (1938)—Built as a residence hall and named in honor of Augsburg’s second and third presidents, it contains the President’s Office, Human Resources, the Nobel Peace Prize Forum (aka “Norway Hub”), the Academic Affairs Office, Student Affairs Offices, and faculty offices for Political Science, History, Philosophy, American Indian Studies, English, Religion, Psychology, Economics, Business, and Sociology. Urness Hall (1967)—Named in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Urness, this tower provides living quarters for 324 firstyear students. Each floor is a “floor unit,” providing 36 residents, housed two to a room, with their own lounge, study, and utility areas. 9 Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships Augsburg University is accredited by:     The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) (Bachelor, Master, and Doctorate level degrees) Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) (Bachelor, Master level degrees) Augsburg’s programs are approved by:     American Chemical Society (ACS) American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) Minnesota Board of Teaching National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) Augsburg University is an institutional member of:                     American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) American Association of Colleges of Teacher Education (AACTE) American Association of Higher Education (AAHE) American Music Therapy Association, Inc. (AMTA) Association of International Education Administrators (AIEA) Campus Compact Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) Diversity Abroad Network The Forum on Education Abroad Institute of International Education (IIE) Lutheran Education Council in North America (LECNA) National Association of International Educators (NAFSA) National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) National Society for Experiential Education (NSEE) Physician Assistant Education Association Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities (ACTC) Higher Education Consortium for Urban Affairs (HECUA) Minnesota Private College Council MPCC) Twin Cities Adult Education Alliance (TCAEA) Augsburg University is registered with the Minnesota Office of Higher Education pursuant to sections 136A.61 to 136A.71. Registration is not an endorsement of the institution. Credits earned at the institution may not transfer to all other institutions. Minnesota Office of Higher Education, 1450 Energy Park Dr., Suite 350, St. Paul, MN 55108, www.ohe.state.mn.us; 651-642-0533. 10 Policies Non-Discrimination Policy Augsburg University, as affirmed in its mission, prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious belief, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, or citizenship in its educational policies, admissions policies, employment, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and/or school-administered programs, except in those instances where there is a bona fide occupational qualification or to comply with state or federal law. Augsburg University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to its employees and students with disabilities. (Approved by Board of Regents on October, 2014) For further information, please contact the University’s Title IX Officer: Ann Garvey| Vice President of Student Affairs| Student Affairs Memorial Hall, Room 118G| 612-330-1168| garvey@augsburg.edu Additionally, the University has four Deputy Officers: Deputy Officer for Students: Sarah Griesse| Dean of Students Memorial Hall, Room 118F| 612-330-1489| griesse@augsburg.edu Deputy Officer for Employees: Lisa Stock| Director and Chief Human Resources Officer Memorial Hall, Room 19| 612-330-1783| stock@augsburg.edu Deputy Officer for Athletics: Kelly Anderson Diercks| Associate Athletic Director Si Melby Hall, Room 205E| 612-330-1245| diercks@augsburg.edu Deputy Officer: Leif Anderson| Vice President and Chief Information Officer Memorial Hall, Room 124D| 612-330-1497| andersol@augsburg.edu The Deputies work with the Title IX Coordinator to identify any patterns or systemic problems that arise and may assist as investigators of complaints. Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA), as amended, provides certain rights to students regarding their education records. Each year Augsburg University is required to give notice of the various rights accorded to students pursuant to FERPA. In accordance with FERPA, you are notified of the following: Right to inspect and review education records You have the right to review and inspect substantially all of your education records maintained by or at Augsburg University. The student must request to review their education records in writing with their signature. The University will respond in a reasonable time, but no later than 45 days after receiving the request. Right to request amendment of education records You have the right to seek to have corrected any parts of an education record that you believe to be inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of your right to privacy. This includes the right to a hearing to present evidence that the record should be changed if Augsburg decides not to alter your education records according to your request. 11 Right to give permission for disclosure of personally identifiable information You have the right to be asked and to give Augsburg your permission to disclose personally identifiable information contained in your education records, except to the extent that FERPA and the regulations regarding FERPA authorize disclosure without your permission. One such exception which permits disclosure without consent is for disclosure to school officials who have legitimate education interests. A school official is a person employed by the University in an administrative, supervisory, academic or research, or support staff position (including law enforcement unit personnel and health staff); person or company with whom the University has contracted (such as an attorney, auditor, or collection agent); a person serving on the board of regents, or a student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official performing his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility. Right to withhold disclosure of “directory information” FERPA uses the term “Directory Information” to refer to those categories of personally identifiable information that may be released for any purpose at the discretion of Augsburg University without notification of the request or disclosure to the student. Under FERPA you have the right to withhold the disclosure of the directory information listed below. Please consider very carefully the consequences of any decision by you to withhold directory information. Should you decide to inform Augsburg University not to release Directory Information, any future request for such information from persons or organizations outside of Augsburg University will be refused. “Directory information” includes the following:               The student’s name The student’s address The student’s telephone number The student’s e-mail address The student’s date and place of birth The student’s major and minor field of study The student’s academic class level The student’s enrollment status (FT/HT/LHT) The student’s participation in officially-recognized activities and sports The student’s degrees and awards received (including dates) The weight and height of members of athletic teams The student’s dates of attendance Previous educational agencies or institutions attended by the student The student’s photograph Augsburg University will honor your request to withhold all Directory Information but cannot assume responsibility to contact you for subsequent permission to release it. Augsburg assumes no liability for honoring your instructions that such information be withheld. The Registrar’s Office must be notified in writing of your intent to withhold your Directory Information. Right to complain to FERPA Office You have the right to file a complaint with the Family Policy Compliance Office, US Department of Education, 400 Maryland Ave. SW, Washington, DC, 20202, concerning Augsburg’s failure to comply with FERPA. Reporting Educational Information Letters of reference must be requested in writing and explicitly indicate what information may be reported in the letter. 12 Annual Security Report The Annual Security Report (ASR) for Augsburg University contains statistics on reported crimes on and near Augsburg property and campus, as well as institutional policies concerning campus security and crime. The Department of Public Safety prepares this annual Crime Report to comply with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act. The report is available online at http://www.augsburg.edu/dps/crime-alerts-and-logs/. For a printed copy, contact Augsburg’s Department of Public Safety at 612-330-1717. Student Rights The University has adopted a statement of student rights and responsibilities and has provided for due process in the matter of disciplinary action, grievances, and grade appeal, as outlined in the Augsburg Student Guide, at inside.augsburg.edu/studentaffairs/studentguide. Official Notices A University-provided e-mail account shall be an official means of communication with students, faculty, and staff of Augsburg University. Students, faculty, and staff are responsible for all information sent to them via the Universityprovided e-mail account. Students should regularly check their e-mail account. If a student, faculty or staff member chooses to forward their Augsburg e-mail, they are responsible for all information and attachments sent to the forwarded e-mail account. Students will also receive official notices via the A-Mail online publication and should routinely review the A-Mail. Day program students will also receive notices through the student campus mail system (student campus box) and should check their campus mailbox regularly. 13 Admission Augsburg University 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 University 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 University. Visit Campus 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 can 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 planning. Call any weekday between 8:30 am and 5:30 pm—612-330-1001 or toll-free 1-800-788-5678—and we’ll assist with your questions and arrange a tour for you. Admissions visits and tours are available Monday through Friday. The Admissions Office is located on the lower level of the Christensen Center and serves traditional, non-traditional, and graduate students. Application Procedures First-year Day Program Students Application for Admission  Students should complete the application for admission, including the essay, and submit them to the Admissions Office. Students may apply online for free at www.augsburg.edu/firstyear or www.commonapp.org. 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, including while in high school, an official transcript from each institution 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 unless he or she has been out of high school for more than five years. The American College Test (ACT) is preferred; results from the 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  One letter of academic recommendation is required for all students. A letter may be submitted by a teacher, counselor, or pastor (spiritual leader). Essay  First-year applicants are required to provide a 1-2 page essay (approximately 500 words) on a topic(s) chosen by Augsburg faculty/staff/students. Additional Information  If there is additional information that may have affected the applicant’s previous academic performance, it may be included within the application and discussed individually with an admissions counselor. On occasion, the Admissions Committee may defer a decision on a candidate’s admission until additional information has been received. For example, new 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. 14 Notification of Admissions Decision  Admissions decisions are made on a rolling basis. Applicants are notified of the admissions decision usually within three weeks after the application file is complete and has been evaluated by the Admissions Committee. Notification of admission status for completed applications begins in late September. Confirmation of Admission  Accepted students are asked to make a $150 enrollment deposit* to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Students who wish to live in University housing must submit a housing contract to the Residence Life Office. *Nonrefundable after May 1. Note: Admission to a major—a separate process from admission to the University—is sometimes required. Check with the Admissions Office and consult the specific department’s section of this catalog. Day Program Transfers and Adult Undergraduate (AU) Students A cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.50 (on a 4.0 scale) in previous college work is recommended for transfer admission to the University. Information regarding transfer credit policies is found in the Academic Information section of the catalog. Students who are applying to the AU program should have attempted a minimum of 12 semester credit, including courses in foundation areas (writing, etc.) Application for Admission  Students should complete the application for admission, including the essay, and submit them to the Admissions Office. Students may apply online for free at www.augsburg.edu/transfer or www.commonapp.org. Transcripts  Official transcripts from all previous postsecondary institutions, as well as final high school transcripts (unless the student has already obtained an A.A. degree) must be sent directly to the Admissions Office. The GED test certificate may be presented instead of the high school transcript. Recommendations  One letter of academic recommendation is required for all transfer applicants. Letters may be submitted by a supervisor, counselor, professor, or pastor (spiritual leader). Additional Information  If there is personal information that may have affected the applicant’s previous academic performance, it may be included with the application and discussed individually with an admissions counselor. Academic recommendations may be required by the Admissions Committee 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 University 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. Note: Admission to a major—a separate process from admission to the University—is sometimes required. Check with the Admissions Office and consult the specific department’s section of this catalog. Readmission Day students who have not registered for courses at Augsburg University for one semester or more, and AU/Rochester students who have not registered for courses at Augsburg University for two or more semesters, must apply for readmission through the Registrar’s Office to resume attendance. Students who have attended other institutions during their absence from Augsburg must have an official transcript sent from each institution to the Registrar’s Office. Returning students do not pay the application fee. To apply for readmission after withdrawing from the University, students must submit an Application for Readmission.  The last day to be approved for readmission is the Friday prior to the start of the term. Please note that processing may take up to 10 business days. 15     If the student has attended other institutions since leaving Augsburg, official transcripts must be submitted to the Registrar’s Office. All financial holds must be cleared before a student can be approved for readmission. If the student was academically suspended, withdrew while on academic warning or probation, or has a GPA below 2.0, they will need to submit a personal statement explaining their circumstances for review by the Student Standing Committee. If the student withdrew for medical reasons, a doctor’s note indicating the student is well enough to resume studies must be submitted with the application. Non-Degree Students Individuals may take coursework at Augsburg University as non-degree seeking students, enrolling on a space-available basis. Registration dates are included in the University’s Academic Calendar. To apply for admission as a non-degree seeking student, submit the completed application, academic intent, and all necessary unofficial transcripts to the Admissions Office. Individuals who intend to become degree-seeking in the future must submit official transcripts. Contact the Admissions Office regarding which unofficial/official transcripts you may need for your application file. Non-degree seeking students who wish to pursue a degree must reapply for admission by submitting the completed application, academic intent, and all official transcripts to the Admissions Office. Second Degree Students Students who have graduated from Augsburg who are returning to complete an additional major will not be awarded a second degree unless it is a different degree from the first awarded. Students who have completed a four-year degree at an accredited college or university may complete a second degree at Augsburg University. A second degree will not be awarded unless it is a different degree from the first awarded. Second degree requirements include a minimum of 32 semester 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. We welcome students from all over the world wishing to start or complete their degrees at Augsburg. Any student requiring a student (F-1) visa to study in the United States will be considered an international applicant. For admission and/or financial aid questions, please contact us by emailing beintl@augsburg.edu or calling 612-3301359. Foreign Credential Evaluation Students who have attended a college or university outside of the United States are required to submit international transcript(s) accompanied by a professional credit evaluation. This evaluation should include the following:     Course-by-course evaluation to show a complete course listing with credit values and grades received for each course Calculation of grade point average to demonstrate the cumulative grade point average using the standard US grading system, i.e., A=4.0, B=3.0, C=2.0, D=1.0, F=0.0 Translation to English (if applicable) Analysis of credentials (if applicable) The evaluation report must be sent directly to Augsburg’s Office of Admissions. Preferred evaluation services are World Education Services (www.wes.org) or Educational Credential Evaluators (www.ece.org), though Augsburg will accept evaluations from any member of the National Association of Credential Evaluators (www.naces.org). 16 Financing The Board of Regents approves the costs for the academic year. The board reviews costs annually and makes changes as required. Augsburg reserves the right to adjust charges should economic conditions necessitate. Full-Time vs. Half-Time Students will need to be enrolled in 6 credits to be considered half-time and 12-19 credits to be considered full-time. This is an important distinction for charges and for accessing financial aid. Day Program Tuition and Fees Tuition and fees are published online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/tuition/undergraduate-day. Fees (full-time enrollment) The standard program fees are the Student Activity Fee, Technology Fee, Newspaper Readership Fee, MPIRG Fee, and the Campus Greening Fee. Specific courses or programs may have additional fees associated with them, such as lab or supply fees. Full-Time Cost – Fall and Spring 2017-2018  Tuition – Full-Time (12-19 credits per term)  Fees – (12-19 credits per term)  Overload Fee – (over 19 credits) Semester $18,475.00 $332.50 $1,155 per credit Year $36,950.00 $665.00 $4,620 per 4 credits Part-Time Cost – Fall and Spring 2017-2018  Tuition –Part-Time (less than 12 credits)  Fees – (less than 12 credits) $1,155 per credit $183.00 per term $4,620 per 4 credits Other Costs  Audit Fee (taking a class for no credit)  Music Lesson Fees  ½ Hour Lesson  1 Hour Lesson $1,000.00 per course $400.00 $800.00 Room and Board Costs  Detailed housing rates are available through Residence Life Office at www.augsburg.edu/reslife/rates.  Detailed meal plan rates and flex point options can be found at www.augsburg.edu/reslife/rates/meal-plans. Adult Undergraduate Tuition and Fees Tuition and fees are published online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/tuition/weekendevening-undergraduate. Tuition Students are charged per credit. Students are charged based on their program regardless if they take a course through a different program. All associated costs must be paid by the beginning of each semester to avoid accruing finance charges, unless you have enrolled in an official payment plan through Student Financial Services. Fees Specific courses or programs may have additional fees associated with them, such as lab or supply fees.  Adult Undergraduate - Minneapolis $420.00 per credit 17 $1,680.00 per 4.0 credits   Adult Undergraduate - Rochester Rochester Fee $410.00 per credit $1,640 per 4.0 credits $50 per term Payments Semester Charges Prior to the start of each semester, a statement of estimated charges showing charges and financial aid credits designated by the Student Financial Services Office is sent to the student via e-mail. All statements are available online through AugNet’s Records and Registration site. Payments can be made online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/header-make-paymentaccount-activity/payments. Augsburg may charge late fees and interest on delinquent accounts. Review the full policy regarding past due balances online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/disclosure. Payment Options Augsburg University offers payment plan options for all students. Information about payment plans is available online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/payment-plans-and-discounts. Payment Policy Students at Augsburg University are obligated to pay Term Fees and additional charges when they register for each academic term. “Term Fees” include tuition, room and board charges and other fees initiated during your time as a student. Students are responsible to pay for all of these charges regardless of whether financial aid is received or employers or other third parties pay as agreed. “Term Fees” are subject to refund only to the extent allowed under the Augsburg University Tuition Refund Policy. Augsburg accepts the following forms of payment: Cash Students and guest payers may make cash payments in-person at the Enrollment Center. Cash should never be mailed. Students will receive a receipt of their cash payment. Check Students and guest payers may pay their term fees via check either in-person at the Enrollment Center, through mail, or online using e-check/ACH. A $30 NSF Fee will be added for any payment returned by the bank for Non-Sufficient Funds. A receipt will automatically be sent electronically for any online payments. Students who pay in-person or through mail may request a receipt of the check payment. Credit Card/Debit Card Students and guest payers may make student account payments online with a Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express credit card. As of June 10th, 2016, Augsburg will no longer accept credit card or debit card payments in-person, over the phone, or through the mail. Credit cards will only be accepted online via Cashnet, a vendor contracted by Augsburg. Because Cashnet charges Augsburg for their services, a credit card service fee of 2.75 percent will be associated with any credit card payment made to the University. This is to offset the approximately $250,000 in costs that Augsburg accrues annually for providing credit card payment options to our students. Augsburg will not receive any part of the service fee and will not be profiting from it. 18 Financial Aid All students who wish to be considered for financial assistance must reapply each year. In addition to reapplying for aid, students must make satisfactory academic progress toward the attainment of their degree or certificate as stipulated in the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) section of this catalog. Financial assistance awarded through Augsburg may be a combination of scholarships, grants, loans, and part-time work opportunities. The University cooperates with federal, state, church, and private agencies in providing various aid programs. The primary responsibility for financing a university education rests upon the student and family. Financial aid supplements student and family resources. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) helps determine the amount of assistance for which a student is eligible. This analysis takes into account such family financial factors as current income, assets, number of dependent family members, other educational expenses, retirement needs, and special considerations. Types of Aid A student applying for aid from Augsburg applies for assistance in general rather than for a specific scholarship or grant (except as noted). Augsburg may offer both merit-based and need-based financial aid to undergraduate students at the time of admission. First year students can find specific information at www.augsburg.edu/firstyear/scholarships. Transfer students can find information at www.augsburg.edu/transfer/financial-aid-and-scholarships. Augsburg will also determine students’ eligibility to receive financial aid grants from both federal and state entities. These grants include Minnesota State Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG), Federal Pell Grant, Federal TEACH Grant, and Bureau of Indian Affairs/Tribal and State Indian Scholarship. Contact Student Financial Services if you need any additional information about any of these programs. In addition to aid administered by Augsburg University, 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, and Educational Assistance for Veterans’ Children, and other sources. Loan Assistance Students must be enrolled at least half-time (6 or more credits) to be eligible for any federal loans.    Federal Perkins Student Loan o A federally-funded program administered through Augsburg University 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 $16,000. Federal Stafford Student Loan o 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. o 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). Federal Parent Loan Program (PLUS) 19 o PLUS is a loan program to help parents meet university 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. Further information about all student and parent loan programs can be found at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/loans. Student Employment Students are able to apply for work study positions through Augsburg’s Human Resources Office. Part-time work provided by the University is considered financial aid, just like scholarships, loans, and grants. Students are limited to a maximum of 20 hours of on-campus employment per week. The number of hours a student can work is dependent on the position and the needs of the department. However, work is not guaranteed. All on-campus work is governed by policies stipulated in the work contract issued to the student employee for each placement. Payment is made bi-weekly by check to the student employee.  Federal College Work Study Program and Minnesota State Work Study Program o Under these programs, the federal or state government supplies funds on a matching basis with the University to provide part-time work opportunities. Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Federal regulations require that all higher education institutions establish and implement a policy to measure whether students receiving financial aid are making satisfactory academic progress toward the completion of a degree. The purpose of this policy is to make sure that students who receive financial aid are using this money wisely. It is meant to curtail the use of financial aid by students who fail to successfully complete their course work. Failure to meet the following standards makes a student ineligible for all institutional, federal, and state financial aid. Augsburg’s Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy follows the Satisfactory Academic Policy. Student Account Financial Disclosure Students at Augsburg University are obligated to pay Term Fees and additional charges when they register for each academic term. “Term Fees” include tuition, room and board charges and other fees initiated during their time as a student. Students are responsible to pay for all of these charges regardless of whether financial aid is received or employers or other third parties pay as agreed. “Term Fees” are subject to refund only to the extent allowed under the Augsburg University Tuition Refund Policy. Statements and account history are available online through AugNet Records and Registration. Augsburg University may require someone to co-sign on the student’s obligations in special cases, such as when a student has a history of late or missed payments. When a co-signer’s signature is required, both students and co-signers are responsible for payment of all costs incurred (including collection costs and fees of any collection agency and/or attorney, if applicable) and all other conditions outlined on the Student Account Financial Disclosure. Results of Balances Not Paid in Full Augsburg may charge late fees and interest on delinquent accounts. Missed or late payments will be subject to a late payment charge and/or a finance charge on the overdue balance from the date the balance was due until payment in full is received. If your account is not paid in full on the first day of the term, finance charges at the rate of 8% per year (.67% per month) will be added onto your student account balance. For example, this means that for every $1,000 owed you will receive $6.70 a month in finance charges. A $30 NSF Fee will be added for any payment returned by the bank for Non-Sufficient Funds. Past Due Accounts If the student does not set up a formal payment plan with Augsburg’s Student Financial Services department, Augsburg reserves the right to demand payment of the entire balance owed by that student and to take steps to collect it. 20 Augsburg may cancel the student’s registration, prevent the student from registering for future terms, withhold transcripts or diplomas, remove the student from on-campus housing, turn the student’s account over to a collection agency, or take legal action to collect any past due balance. Each student authorizes Augsburg to release financial information about her or his account and other pertinent information such as address and phone number to third parties who are dealing with the collection of the account balance. By providing us with a telephone number for a cellular phone or other wireless device, you are expressly consenting to receive communications – including but not limited to prerecorded or artificial voice message calls, text messages, and calls made by an automatic telephone dialing system – from us and our affiliates and agents at that number. This express consent applies to each such telephone number that you provide to us now or in the future and permits such calls regardless of their purpose. Calls and messages may incur access fees from your cellular provider. Each student also agrees to reimburse Augsburg University, or its agents, the fees of any collection agency, which may be based on a percentage at a maximum of 40% of the debt, and all costs and expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, we incur in such collection efforts. Please note that, due to the Bankruptcy Reform Act, educational benefits are generally exempt from discharge under bankruptcy. The terms of this agreement remain in effect until all Term Fees and other charges are paid in full. Tuition Refund Students are eligible for a 100% tuition refund for any courses they drop without notation through the date labeled “Last day to drop without a ‘W’ grade & 100% refund – Full Semester class” on the Academic Calendar. After this date, students are no longer eligible for any refund of tuition unless they withdraw from all of their courses. This policy is effective whether or not a student has attended classes. Students withdrawing from all of a term’s courses may receive a 50% tuition refund when they withdraw by the date labeled “Last day to withdraw with 50% refund – Full Semester class” on the Academic Calendar. Students are responsible for cancelling courses through the Registrar’s Office (or online) in order to be eligible for any refund. Students who unofficially withdraw (stop attending) but do not complete the drop/add form are responsible for all charges. Financial aid may be adjusted based on the student’s last recorded date of attendance. Refund calculations are based on the date that the drop/add form is processed. Medical Refund If a student is forced to withdraw from one or more courses in a term due to illness or an accident, a request for a medical refund should be made through the Academic/Financial Petition. Petition forms are available through the Registrar’s Office website. An extra medical refund may be granted by the Committee upon submission of documentation from the attending doctor, on letterhead, verifying the medical circumstances. Unofficial Withdrawal Federal regulations require that records of financial aid recipients who earn failing grades in all their classes be reviewed. If courses are not completed (e.g., unofficial withdrawal, stopped attending), the University is required to refund financial aid to the appropriate sources according to federal or Augsburg refund policies based on the last recorded date of attendance. Students are responsible for the entire cost of the term, including the portion previously covered by financial aid should they stop attending. Students are strongly urged to follow guidelines for complete withdrawal from the University. If there are extenuating circumstances, a petition to have the cost of tuition refunded can be made. Petition forms are available online through the Registrar’s Office website. A student who registers, does not attend any classes, and does not withdraw may petition to withdraw retroactively. The student must petition within six months of the end of term and provide proof of non-attendance. Proof can include, but is not limited to, statements from each instructor that the student never attended, or documentation of attendance for the term at another college or university. If approved, grades of W will be recorded and tuition charges for the term will be replaced with an administrative cancellation fee of $300. 21 Financial Aid Policy Financial aid such as federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships are awarded based upon the total number of registered credits on the “Last day to add with faculty signature – Full Semester class” as noted on the Academic Calendar. Students must register for internships, Time 2 classes, and ACTC classes before the “Last day to add with faculty signature-Full Semester class.” Financial aid will not be adjusted for classes added after this date. Students must earn the financial aid they are awarded each semester by actively attending and participating in classes throughout the semester. Financial aid is recalculated when students do any of the following: drop classes without a “W” grade, fail to begin classes, cease to attend classes, fail all classes, or fully withdraw from all classes. Financial Aid - Return of Aid Students must earn the financial aid they are awarded each semester. A student can earn their aid by attending classes, or in the event of hybrid/online courses, by being an active participant in the course. Federal/State Aid Adjustments Augsburg is required to return unearned federal/state aid for students who fully withdraw from their courses. Students are eligible to keep more aid the longer they attend their courses. After 60% of the term has passed, students are eligible to keep all of their federal/state aid. If you are planning to completely withdraw from your courses, please see a Student Financial Services counselor to determine what aid may need to be returned. Institutional Aid Adjustments Augsburg will return institutional aid for students who partially withdraw or fully withdraw from courses. If students withdraw from their courses, they will receive a 50% tuition refund and 50% of their institutional aid will be removed. If a student withdraws after the last day to receive a tuition refund, there will be no adjustment to their institutional aid. Credit Refund Augsburg students may be eligible to receive a credit refund if their financial aid exceeds tuition and fee charges for a term. Credit refunds are issued within two weeks after the last day to drop courses without recorded notation. Financial aid needs to be finalized and applied to a student’s account before the credit refund can be issued. (You can verify your financial aid status online through Track Your Financial Aid. You can check your transaction history online to verify that all of your financial aid has been applied to your account and nothing is left pending.) Changes in enrollment status, housing status, and program status may affect financial aid eligibility and credit refunds. Students who are enrolled less than half-time (less than 6.0 credits for undergraduates; less than 3.0 credits for graduates) may not be eligible for financial aid; however, students may apply for private alternative loans. Registration changes made from the first week of the term through midterm may require a return of financial aid funds. Students who drop courses may receive a tuition refund, but some forms of financial aid may have to be adjusted before a refund will be available. Financial aid return of funds may take up to 30-45 days to be processed. Bookstore Students who are registered for the upcoming term will be allowed to charge up to $700 to their student account. Students DO NOT need to request a bookstore account this year. Please plan ahead and purchase books and supplies before the scheduled cut-off dates. Plan ahead for courses that start midterm as you will be unable to charge anything to your student account after the cut-off date. Students’ accounts will be billed for only what was spent on their bookstore accounts before credit refunds were issued. If your bookstore charges create a balance on your account, you need to make payments in accordance with your statement. Bookstore purchases charged to a student account are intended for students who have excess financial aid funds to cover their tuition, fees, AND their books or supplies. Please contact Student Financial Services before you purchase books if you need to discuss payment options. 22 Due to the financial aid cycle, you can only charge expenses to your bookstore account during specific times. Third Party If you are expecting a third party to cover the cost of your books, you will need to turn in an itemized receipt of your purchases to the Student Financial Services Office, along with your invoice request. Additional Funds If the cost of your textbooks and supplies are above $700 in one term, you have enough financial aid to cover the additional costs, and you would like to charge the additional amount to your student account, please send the following information to Student Financial Services (studentfinances@augsburg.edu). All requests need to be in writing. Subject: Request for additional funds Full Name: Student ID number: Additional request: Students will receive an e-mail when the additional request has been processed. Accounts are opened as quickly as possible, but it could take up to two business days for activation. Consumer Information Loss of Financial Aid Eligibility Due To a Drug Offense A student convicted of a state or federal offense involving the possession or sale of an illegal drug that occurred while the student was enrolled in school and receiving Title IV aid is not eligible for Title IV funds. [An illegal drug is a controlled substance as defined by the Controlled Substance Act and does not include alcohol and tobacco.] A borrower’s eligibility is based on the student’s self-certification on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Convictions that are reversed, set aside or removed from the student’s record, or a determination arising from a juvenile court proceeding do not affect eligibility and do not need to be reported by the student. A student who is convicted of a drug-related offense that occurred while the student was enrolled in school and receiving Title IV aid loses Title IV eligibility as follows: For the possession of illegal drugs First offense: one year from the date of conviction Second offense: two years from the date of the second conviction Third offense: indefinitely from the date of the third conviction For the sale of illegal drugs First offense: two years from the date of conviction Second offense: indefinitely from the date of the second conviction A school must provide a student who loses Title IV eligibility due to a drug-related conviction with a timely, separate, clear, and conspicuous written notice. The notice must advise the student of his or her loss of Title IV eligibility and the ways in which the student may regain that eligibility. Regaining Eligibility after a Drug Conviction A student may regain eligibility at any time by completing an approved drug rehabilitation program and by informing the school that he or she has done so. A student regains Title IV eligibility on the date he or she successfully completes the program. A drug rehabilitation program is considered approved for these purposes if it includes at least two unannounced drug tests and meets one of the following criteria:  The program received or is qualified to receive funds directly or indirectly under a federal, state, or local government program. 23    The program is administered or recognized by a federal, state, or local government agency or court. The program received or is qualified to receive payment directly or indirectly from a federally or state licensed insurance company. The program administered or recognized by a federally or state-licensed hospital, health clinic, or medical doctor. Policies may change throughout an academic year if necessary to comply with federal, state, or institutional changes or regulations. 24 Residence Life 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. 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:  Residence Life and Dining contract: http://www.augsburg.edu/reslife/housing/ During spring semester, current Augsburg students are provided with information on the process to secure housing for the next academic year. Facilities Urness Hall—One home to new Auggies and upper-class resident advisors, this nine-story high-rise houses 313 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. Meal plans are required. Mortensen Hall—This building is a 13-story high-rise apartment building. It contains 104 one-bedroom and twobedroom apartments to accommodate 312 upper-class students. Mortensen Hall is carpeted and contains kitchenette units. It is furnished with beds and dressers. Meal plans are required. Anderson Hall—Contains four types of living units: two-bedroom apartments, two-room suites, floor houses, and townhouses. This residence houses 192 upper-class students, and the Neighborhood program. All rooms are furnished with beds, dressers, desks, and chairs. Meal plans are required. Anderson Hall Neighborhoods—This is available to students who are interested in creating a living/learning environment by designing their own house system. All members meet to determine their program focus, educational goals, and community agreement guidelines. 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. 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 students committed to an alcohol- and drug-free environment. Flats, apartments, and studios are furnished with bed, desk, and dressers. 25 Food Service 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 University quadrangle and Murphy Square. Students on board plans who live in residence halls eat their meals in the Commons. We offer a mealto-go program for those on a tight schedule. Students have the option of using one meal exchange each week at Einsteins or Nabo to supplement the Commons. Einstein Bros. Bagels—On the main level of Christensen Center, Einstein Bros. Bagels sells coffee, smoothies, hot and cold sandwiches, wraps, soups, salads, 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 pasta, cold and hot sandwiches, a pasta bar, pastries, and beverages. 26 Student Activities and Organizations Augsburg’s mission focuses on student learning in the broadest sense. Experiences in the classroom are an important part of college life, yet learning and development also occur in formal and informal activities of the University and the surrounding area. Whether students take classes in the day or evening, the climate for learning and living at Augsburg will add dimension to their education. There are over 50 student organizations that students can join, and students may also create their own with three peers. For more information, visit www.augsburg.edu/cao. 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, indoor and outdoor track and field, and golf. Women annually compete in lacrosse, volleyball, cross country, soccer, basketball, ice hockey, softball, swimming, indoor and outdoor track and field, and golf. Facilities At Augsburg, the facilities are for all students, faculty and staff. Check schedules for times when there is open use of the gymnasium and ice arena. On-campus facilities include a double-rink ice arena, a 3-court gymnasium, a multi-purpose athletic field, fitness center with workout machines, a weight room, a racquetball court, and an air-supported dome over the athletic field for winter fitness, rentals, and spring sport practices. Intramurals Every student is urged to participate in activities for recreation and relaxation. An intramural program provides competition in a variety of team sports as well as individual performance activities. Check schedules on the Athletics website for times when there is open use of the athletic field/dome, gymnasium, and ice arena. Campus Activities and Orientation Campus Activities and Orientation (CAO) creates and implements 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 and professional studies at Augsburg University through quality transitional programs for new students as well as through leadership education. CAO is made up of four program areas: Campus Activities CAO offers several programs and activities throughout the academic year designed to connect and engage students with the Augsburg and surrounding community. Student and Group Leadership Development Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) is an initiative designed to develop new leadership at Augsburg University by empowering incoming students to cultivate and apply their inherent leadership skills through a semester-long skillbuilding training program. Student Group Development is provided to student organizations with advising and focusing on inclusion, recruitment, event planning, meeting facilitation, conflict resolution, and other pertinent areas of development. In addition, CAO designs and hosts the annual Student Leadership Institute which is required for all student organizations. 27 Orientation Programs SOAR is a required two-day, overnight orientation experience for incoming first-year day students designed to help with the transition to Augsburg University. Students will meet fellow classmates, faculty, and staff; learn about Augsburg resources and services; and get a taste of life on campus. Parent SOAR is an optional orientation experience for the parents and guardians of first-year students that runs concurrently with the students’ SOAR session. Parents obtain important information about the campus; meet fellow parents, faculty, and staff; learn about Augsburg resources and services; and get a taste of what life will be like for their students on campus. Transfer SOAR is a required day-long orientation experience for transfer students designed to help with the transition to Augsburg University. Students will learn about Augsburg resources and services, hear about academic programs, and discover why being a part of the Augsburg community is so rewarding. Auggie Days is a required on-campus orientation experience for incoming first-year day students, which is designed to complement SOAR, provide opportunities to enhance academic and personal success, and offer a helpful advantage in starting at Augsburg University. Student Organizations Students have the opportunity to become involved in a number of different student organizations at Augsburg University. Participation allows students to meet fellow classmates, have fun, and lead and develop an organization around a common purpose while making an impact on both the Augsburg and greater community. Campus Ministry At Augsburg University, we are “guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran Church.” Because of this identity, we seek to develop an environment where people are encouraged to use and discover gifts and a sense of call and vocation. As a university of the church, we emphasize the development of this through attending to the sacred, living into radical hospitality, and shaping community. The university pastors, Chaplain to Student Athletes, Muslim Student Advisor, and campus ministry staff have offices in Foss, Lobeck, Miles Center for Worship, Drama, and Communication and are available for spiritual guidance, counseling, support, or information. Our concern for spiritual care is evident in the opportunities we encourage and provide for students to explore their own faith. Daily worship, Wednesday Night Holy Communion, Bible studies, community outreach, retreats, peace and justice events, concerts and gatherings, Friday prayer, and interfaith initiatives are examples of the wide varieties of activities on campus. Community Engagement The Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship, rooted in Augsburg’s mission to educate students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders, aims to:    Create a culture of civic agency and engagement among students, faculty, staff, and our broader community so that graduates are architects of change and pioneers in work of public significance. Foster connections with local community based organizations and position Augsburg as an anchor institution in the Twin Cities. Revitalize the democratic and public purposes of higher education in a time when strengthening colleges’ visible contributions to the common good, not simply to private benefit. Bonner Leaders Program In Fall of 2008 Augsburg University launched its first year of the Bonner Leaders Program. Through the Bonner program, students develop deep community relationships and engage in long-term policy advocacy throughout their time at Augsburg. Those selected to be Bonner Leaders are students with diverse ethnic and geographical backgrounds and experience in community and public work. Through placements with partner nonprofit organizations and community 28 programs, students work an average of 220 hours each academic year supporting ELL classrooms, running an employment education computer lab, coordinating a low-income housing program, community health outreach, tutoring in afterschool programs, and more. Beyond their work-study placements, students participate in civic engagement efforts on campus. Through their participation with the Bonner Leaders Program, students engage in monthly guided reflections and leadership development workshops. The Augsburg Bonner Leaders Program is a successful model that builds on the University’s culture of community and civic engagement. Campus Kitchen The Campus Kitchen Project connects the campus community with the larger neighborhood by using food as a tool to nourish bodies, develop leadership, and educate students through service learning. To accomplish these goals, four programs focus on this engagement:     Food to Share o 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. Augsburg students in need can also find free food at our food shelf on campus, the Campus Cupboard. Food to Grow o On the corner of campus, Augsburg staff and students manage a community garden composed of nearly 100 garden 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. Food to Buy o Find fresh produce grown by local farmers at the weekly farmer’s markets Tuesdays through the summer: 11-1 pm at Foss Chapel on campus, and 2-5 pm at the Brian Coyle Center down the street. The market doubles any purchase made with food stamps. Augsburg is also the host of an organic CSA farm that people can become members of and get a large box of produce each week. Food to Know o Understanding our food system and community health through programs that educate on issues of hunger and poverty, and cooking and gardening classes in the community and weekly on campus. Common Table The Common Table, located at 2001 Riverside in the Trinity Congregation Building, is devoted to building community capacity to make change by connecting and equipping leaders.       Connecting campus community with neighborhood community. Connecting students to local communities, professionals, and movements. Connecting community members across boundaries at an intersection. Equipping young people with the mentorship and connections to pursue their goals. Equipping community members with the tools and experience of public work and organizing. Equipping leaders with an equity analysis for equitable leadership. We continue to welcome new ideas for utilizing this multi-purpose space to deepen the relationships between Augsburg University, Trinity Lutheran, the Cedar Riverside neighborhood, and the Twin Cities. Jane Addams School for Democracy The Jane Addams School for Democracy brings immigrant families, college students and other community members together to do public work and learning. It is a community-based initiative inspired by the vision of democracy, productive citizenship, and popular education held by settlement house pioneers like Jane Addams, who created Hull House in Chicago in 1889. Participants in the school include long-time community residents, Hmong, Latino, and East African refugee and immigrant adults and children, as well as students, faculty, and staff from nine Twin Cities colleges and universities. The 29 non-bureaucratic and non-hierarchical structure of Jane Addams School breaks down barriers so that people can work together across language, culture, gender and age differences to address issues that impact their daily lives. Public Achievement The Public Achievement organizing model recognizes that people of every age have skills, talents and ideas, and that by learning to work strategically with others they can solve problems and build sustainable democratic societies. In a school setting, young people form teams to take action on a public problem that is important to them (for example, driving out gang activity or improving classroom space). The team works with a coach—typically a teacher or college student—to develop an action plan. Through practice and reflection, the team members develop public skills and confidence. 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. 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 may perform on regional, 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 Theater Program and have the opportunity to attend a series of on-campus workshops with visiting arts professionals. Student Center 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, Adult Undergraduate, and graduate students at Augsburg through the merging of curricular and co-curricular programs and activities. Christensen Center also houses several student services, such as the Admissions Office, Campus Activities and Orientation, the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work, Multicultural Student Services, LGBTQIA Student Services, Event and Conference Planning, the Copy Center, Shipping and Receiving, the Information Desk, A’viands Food Services, and Mail Services. The Auggie’s Nest, located on the ground floor of Christensen Center, serves as the student organization office area and houses the Augsburg Day Student Government, the Augsburg ECHO (campus newspaper) office and the KAUG (campus radio) office. Lockers are also available in this area for student organization use. Day Student Government The Augsburg Day Student Government supports and advocates for student concerns, needs, and activities. Day Student Government serves as the primary voice and liaison between Day students and the administration, faculty, and staff of Augsburg University. 30 Student Resources/Academic and Support Services Lindell Library Resources Since 1997 the James G. Lindell Family Library has been home to a wide variety of print and digital collections, now numbering almost 200,000 books, 60,000 e-books, 60,000 e-journals, 4,000 movies on DVD or VHS, and more than 120 databases. Through its streaming video services, Lindell Library provides access to an additional 50,000+ educational videos. Lindell also houses significant collections of juvenile literature and K-12 curriculum materials, as well as the University’s archives and special collections. If that still isn’t enough, Lindell Library belongs to CLIC, Cooperating Libraries in Consortium, a network of seven private liberal arts colleges in the Twin Cities. Augsburg students can borrow books and videos from any of the other CLIC libraries and get those materials delivered directly to Lindell Library through CLIC’s daily courier service. Research Support Research Support Research help is always available, either online or in person, at Lindell Library’s Learning Commons. Our research guides, available on the library’s website, provide access to key research materials on topics as wide-ranging as health and physical education, film studies, computer science, or music therapy. Students can talk to an expert in person at Lindell’s Learning Commons desk, by phone at 612-330-1604, by email at refdesk@augsburg.edu, or chat with an expert 24/7 through our Ask-A-Librarian service at library.augsburg.edu. Other Cool Stuff Libraries are more than just books and databases, they are places to gather for collaborative research or quiet study and reflection. At Lindell Library, you can do both. Ten group study rooms are available on the top floor of Lindell Library, and can be reserved up to two weeks in advance. The lower level is a designated quiet study space for those who prefer to work alone. Whether working alone or in a large group, Augsburg students can check out a laptop from the Library’s Circulation Desk. Other equipment is also available for check out; just ask our friendly staff for assistance. The staff at Lindell Library are eager to help you with all your research needs. Stop by anytime that the library is open (hours are always posted on the library’s website), or contact us at: library.augsburg.edu refdesk@augsburg.edu 612-330-1604 Information Technology Resources Augsburg University has built a reputation as a leader in its commitment to provide students with relevant and timely access to information technology and training. Visit the Student Technology website, inside.augsburg.edu/techdesk, for more on Information Technology at Augsburg. Computer Labs Students have access to more than 250 on-campus computers. Both PC and Macintosh desktop computers are available in the Lindell Library Learning Commons and computer lab, and in the 24-hour Urness computer lab. The University has four computer classrooms, 40+ technology-enhanced classrooms and one video conferencing-enabled classroom. The circulation desk in Lindell Library has 40 laptops available for use in the library. Several computer clusters are available for more specific student use within academic departments. A high-speed fiber optic campus network provides access to AugNet online services, printing, and to the internet. Network-ready student machines can connect to the campus network from residence hall rooms or any building on campus using WiFi. All of the AugNet online services are available securely on- and off-campus. 31 Clair and Gladys Strommen Center for Meaningful Work Career & Internship Services The Career and Internship Services office is an integral component of the Clair and Gladys Strommen Center for Meaningful Work. Our staff is committed to helping students develop lifelong career management skills that honor each student’s unique gifts and aspirations, aligned with active citizenship in the world. The Career and Internship Services office plays an essential role in students’ overall education and includes a comprehensive resource center that emphasizes the importance and value for all students to engage in internships, career development, and the exploration of vocation throughout their university years. We help students and alumni:          Assess their values, interests, personality, strengths, and skills Explore meaningful work options and majors that align with these elements Link academic majors with career paths Consider the role that vocation plays in their lives Clarify their personal definition of meaningful work Build experience through volunteer and internship learning opportunities Prepare for the job search and/or graduate school Build lifelong career management skills to successfully navigate the changing job market Make a difference in our communities by contributing their unique gifts to the world Augsburg offers several opportunities for students to gain on-the-job and internship experience. Our faculty and staff have developed partnerships with community organizations and employers that provide learning opportunities to students, many of which fulfill the Augsburg Experience requirement for graduation. Internships  Internships for Academic Credit o 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. Interdisciplinary (INS) internships are also available. A learning agreement plan, negotiated with the faculty supervisor and work supervisor, outlines the academic objectives, strategies, and evaluation methods for receiving credit. Students complete internships in nonprofits, small and large businesses, government agencies, museums, arts organizations, schools and churches. o Internships for credit are available in all majors and can be taken during any semester. Students must be registered for their internship during the term in which they are completing the majority of their experience. Credit will not be awarded for past experiences. Internships can be registered for 2 or 4 semester credits. A two credit internship involves a minimum time commitment of, on average, 6 hours per week or 80 total hours for the semester. Internships for four credits require a minimum time commitment of, on average, 12 hours per week or 160 total hours for the semester. A maximum of 16 semester credits of internship may count toward the total credits required for the degree. Upper division internships completed off-campus for credit will automatically fulfill the Augsburg Experience graduation requirement.  Non-credit internships o Internships related to a student’s major or career interests can be registered for a zero-credit internship (AUG EX3) to fulfill the Augsburg Experience graduation requirement. The goal is for students to apply theory to practice in a real world setting and reflect on the experience. Internship opportunities are typically part-time during the academic year and/or full-time during the summer, but may have flexible start dates and schedules. Students choosing to complete this option will register the internship during the term in which they will be completing the experience, set learning goals, complete a minimum of 80 hours, and reflect on their experience. The Director or Assistant Director of Career and Internship Services supervises non-credit internships and evaluates the reflection process. 32  Work Connections (Available to AU students only) o Work Connections is a non-credit option available to AU students who are currently working full or parttime. The Work Connections option allows AU students to utilize their rich and often extensive work history to meet the Augsburg Experience graduation requirement in lieu of a traditional internship. AU students choosing to complete this option will register for the Work Connections course (AUG EX4) during the term in which they intend to complete their reflection work. This option requires students to write learning outcome goals that integrate their on-the-job experience with classroom learning and complete reflection assignments describing an academic and work connection. Staff of Career and Internship Services supervises and evaluates the Work Connections reflection process. Gage Center for Student Success The Gage Center assists all Augsburg students in setting and achieving optimal academic goals here at the University and beyond. The Gage Center is located on the Link Level of Lindell Library. The center consists of five collaborating units: Academic Advising The professional academic advisors in the Deidre Middleton Office of Academic Advising work directly with students in identifying academic interests and satisfying the curricular requirements. Our office advises all new Day and Adult Undergraduate (AU) students with course selection and registration, and provides orientation to academic policies, procedures, and resources. In addition, Academic Advising administers placement tests, interprets graduation requirements, provides degree planning resources, and answers academic progress questions. All incoming students are assigned a faculty and academic advisor. Academic advisors work closely with students to ensure their understanding of available resources and support. As students become more familiar with the University, they spend more time meeting with their faculty advisor and developing the faculty-student mentoring relationship. Once a major is declared, each student will select a faculty advisor from their chosen discipline by completing the Change of Major/New Advisor Form. While all students are required to meet with their faculty advisor(s) each term prior to registration, students are encouraged to meet with their advisor(s) as often as necessary to support their academic progress. Students must declare their major(s) by the end of their sophomore year. Majors and minors are declared online in Augnet Service’s Records and Registration. Students confirm their majors and minors on an annual basis until the Intent to Graduate form is submitted. Academic Skills Office (ASO) The Academic Skills Office helps students to achieve their academic goals and become self-directed learners. Comprehensive academic support (e.g., training in time management, note-taking, reading, testing, motivation/procrastination, problem solving, troubleshooting) is available for all Augsburg students through individual and group appointments. In addition, the Academic Skills coaches address affective needs and aid in the overall transition to higher education. Coaches also refer students to campus resources. The Academic Skills Office coordinates several programs to support students:    Academic Skills Coaching o All students in need of academic support services may meet with a professional member of our staff (academic skills coach) to identify issues, find short-term solutions, problem-solve, and learn about additional resources on and off campus. Tutoring/Supplemental Instruction Services o ASO coordinates free tutoring (individual and group drop-in) for most classes and supplemental instruction in specific courses. Tutors and SI leaders are recommended by course professors and trained by ASO to provide tutoring support. Complete the Tutor Request Form, call us at 612-330-1445, or e-mail your tutor request to tutor@augsburg.edu. Response time varies based on tutor availability. You will receive an e-mail as soon as a tutor is available. CAP Program – Connect, Achieve & Progress 33 o  Each year, a limited number of students are admitted conditionally through the CAP program. If CAP students do not meet the program requirements in their first semester, they will be continued in the CAP program, placed on probation, or dismissed. Get more information at the Academic Skills Office website, http://www.augsburg.edu/acskills. See the Academic Progress, Probation, and Dismissal section of the catalog for a description of probation and dismissal procedures. Satisfactory Academic Progress Warning and Probation Advising o Students who do not meet the University’s Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) standards, will be placed on Warning, Probation, or Suspension. Students on Warning and Probation are required to meet with an approved academic advocate and complete all necessary requirements as outlined on the Academic Skills Office website at www.augsburg.edu/acskills. A registration hold is placed on the student’s record, which will prevent registration until the necessary Probation requirements have been completed. Students who do not complete the requirements as needed, may be suspended. For more information see the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) section of this catalog. Center for Learning and Accessible Student Services (CLASS) The Center for Learning and Accessible Student Services (CLASS) provides individualized accommodations and academic support for students with documented learning, attention, psychiatric, sensory, and physical disabilities, as well as those with temporary disabilities. CLASS has been recognized as a leader in its field, helping these students gain access to the university curriculum. Its mission is a reflection of Augsburg’s commitment to providing a rigorous and challenging, yet supportive, liberal arts education to students with diverse backgrounds, preparations, and experiences. Each term, Disability Specialists work directly with students to develop a plan for ensuring they have equal access to Augsburg courses, programs, activities, and facilities. Students are encouraged to meet regularly with their specialist, and discussions may include:      Accommodations for testing and coursework (e.g., extended time, note-taking) Referrals to other campus resources (e.g., tutoring, student technology assistance, academic advising, counseling, financial aid) Training and use of assistive technology through the Groves Accommodations Laboratory Coaching on academic, organizational, and time management skills Campus living accommodations The Disability Specialists may also consult with instructors, academic advisors, and other members of the University faculty, staff, or administration to support each student as they work toward success. Taking advantage of these accommodations and services, however, remains the student’s responsibility. Any Augsburg student who wants to establish eligibility for accommodations and services should schedule a meeting with a Specialist to discuss their needs, as well as appropriate documentation of their disability. CLASS also provides informal screenings for students who suspect they may have a learning-related disability. These screenings are meant only to help students determine whether they should seek a thorough evaluation by a qualified professional. Academic accommodations are intended to ensure access to educational opportunities for students with disabilities and may not fundamentally alter the basic nature or essential components of an institution’s courses or programs. The services and technology provided by CLASS are enhanced by generous support of the Gage family and Groves Foundation. For further information, call 612-330-1053. TRIO Programs TRIO programs are funded by the US Department of Education, and hosted with additional funding by Augsburg University. TRIO Programs seek to help students overcome class, social, academic, and cultural barriers to higher education. They help students prepare for college, adjust to college life, persist in college, and maintain good academic standing to graduate with a bachelor’s degree, as well as assist with preparation for graduate school. 34 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 fouryear degree) and/or 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 US citizens or permanent residents or refugees, must demonstrate academic need for program services, and must be committed to succeed in college. Augsburg TRIO/SSS 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. Students meet regularly with their TRIO/SSS staff advisor to address academic success issues through:                 Individual academic advising and support, including appropriate goal attainment strategies and self-advocacy skillbuilding 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 financial literacy education Information on and assistance with FAFSA renewal and supplemental scholarship applications Academic progress monitoring Weekly adjustment-to-college meetings for first-year students Weekly progress meetings for students on academic probation and for students admitted through Conditional Admit Program (CAP) Career, academic and personal skills development, with referrals to appropriate resources Information, preparation, and referral to on- and off-campus leadership, internship, job and service opportunities Academic success workshops, group academic skill development Graduate and professional school information and application assistance Social and cultural activities and student-led events Equipment lending program for short-term use of laptops, graphing calculators, Smart Pens Five-week residential Summer Bridge program for 25 incoming first-year students, including free summer-term university coursework, academic seminars, adjustment-to-college workshops, and advising Need-based college completion scholarships for junior and senior students actively participating in TRIO/SSS Students may apply for TRIO/SSS any time after admission to Augsburg University; however, preference is given to students who apply within their first term of enrollment. For more information or an application, go to www.augsburg.edu/triosss or contact program staff directly at 612-330-1311 or triosss@augsburg.edu. TRIO-McNair Scholars Program The Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement (McNair Scholars) Program, a federal TRIO program funded by the US Department of Education, is designed to prepare participants for graduate school through involvement in research and other scholarly activities. The goal is to increase the number of students in doctoral degree programs who are low-income, first-generation and/or underrepresented in graduate education. The Augsburg McNair program serves 26 students per year who are admitted during their sophomore or junior year. Admission is competitive as students must demonstrate strong academic potential and have an interest in pursuing doctoral studies. To be eligible for the program the student must be: (1) enrolled full-time at Augsburg University; (2) a permanent resident or U.S. citizen; (3) qualify as BOTH low-income AND first generation; AND/OR a member of a group underrepresented in graduate study—African American, American Indian, Alaskan Native, or Hispanic/Latino. A major component of the Augsburg McNair Scholars Program is a summer research experience in collaboration with a faculty mentor. Scholars receive a $4,000 research stipend, plus a room and board stipend, and funding for research supplies. Stipends are also available for attending and presenting research at a professional conference. McNair Scholars participate in:  A motivated, diverse, and supportive learning community; 35        Graduate school preparation and application assistance; Intensive preparation for the Graduate Records Examination (GRE), the test required for admittance into most graduate programs; Social and cultural activities to enrich participants’ academic lives and perspectives; Conference travel and professional presentation of participants’ research; Financial aid exploration and financial incentives such as fee waivers for graduate school applications and the fee reduction waivers for GRE, as well as McNair-designated national fellowships; Academic workshops and the 2 credit course McNair 301: Research in the Disciplines; Workshops to sharpen writing, library, technology, and oral presentation skills. The McNair Scholars program is rigorous and highly respected among graduate institutions nationwide. 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: Undergraduate Research  Summer Research Program o URGO Summer Research is a 10-week, on-campus program where students join a faculty member’s ongoing research/creative line or carry out an individually designed project. Students receive $4,000, a supply budget and a housing stipend.  Academic year research o $1,000 to pursue scholarship with a faculty mentor  Off-campus Summer Research Opportunities o URGO maintains a comprehensive website, listing off-campus research opportunities. URGO staff work with students to craft and submit high-quality applications for research experiences across the U.S. and some outside the U.S. Nationally-Competitive Fellowships Provide application assistance and interview preparation for awards such as the:            Fulbright US Student Program Goldwater ($7,500 science scholarship) Rhodes (two years at Oxford) Truman (graduate fellowship for public service) Mitchell (one-year study at Irish institution) Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship Marshall (two-year study at UK institution) Udall ($7,000 for undergrad interested in environmental or tribal policy) UK Summer Fulbright (first and second years study abroad at UK institution) NSF (graduate fellowship) Gates/Cambridge (two years at Cambridge) Graduate School and Pre-Health Sciences Advising Individualized advising and application assistance for:   Graduate school Pre-health sciences (medical school, physician assistant program, pharmacy school, veterinary medicine, physical therapy, occupational therapy, public health. etc.) GRE Exam preparation course offered each summer at low cost 36 Other Initiatives  Zyzzogeton is our annual on-campus festival showcasing undergraduate research and creative activity.  Fund student travel to national academic conferences to present research findings.  Mayo Innovation Scholars Program is a collaborative research between select Minnesota private colleges, Augsburg undergraduates, Augsburg’s MBA program, and the Mayo Clinic Office of Intellectual Property. Bernhard Christensen Center for Vocation Augsburg University has a deep and long-standing commitment to the concept of vocation--the idea that all people are called by God to use their individual gifts to serve the neighbor. The Christensen Center for Vocation works with students, faculty, and staff to explore how each person’s contributions can be uniquely valuable and how we might best live in freedom and responsibility for the sake of the world. The commitment to keep this understanding of vocation central to Augsburg’s mission is carried out by embedding the exploration of vocation in the curriculum as well as through the Christensen Scholars program, internship and service opportunities, short term projects and public lectures. The Christensen Center for Vocation also works to deepen and extend Augsburg’s commitment to interfaith engagement. That commitment includes an Interfaith Scholars program, creating a campus culture in which people of diverse religious traditions have welcoming sacred spaces, convening conversations that respect and explore our differences while also engaging together in acts of service, peacemaking and working for justice. The Christensen Center for Vocation is committed to working with churches, diverse religious communities, nonprofit organizations and other schools of higher education as we live out Augsburg’s commitment to educate students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers and responsible leaders. StepUP® Program The StepUP program at Augsburg University 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 core elements: abstinence-based recovery models, mutual support groups, peer-to-peer recovery support, and other proven pathways to healthy recovery - along with the residential component of the program. Our holistic approach to recovery focuses around students 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 in order to ensure their educational success. Participation in StepUP offers students leadership opportunities within the program, on campus, and in the greater Twin Cities community. Our students give back through leadership and service and thrive in an alcohol- and drug-free environment. 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 that students form while participating in the program last a lifetime. In order to qualify for the program, students must be committed to a 12-step or other proven, abstinence-based recovery program, have a minimum of six months of continuous sobriety, agree to abide by the StepUP student agreement, and live in StepUP housing. Multicultural 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 University 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:  Assisting students with the admission process and financial aid application 37       Nurturing students’ identification as an American Indian and providing opportunities for students to learn about their heritage Providing opportunities for the campus community to learn about the variety of American Indian people and cultures Providing academic advising and course plans Providing opportunities to network with other American Indian students, faculty, staff, and alumni Providing 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 Offering community and professional referrals, networking opportunities within the Native community and information about jobs and internships Latin@ Student Services Mission The mission of Latin@ Student Services (LSS) is to provide services, programs and resources that empower Latin@ students to persist and graduate, develop and strengthen their self-advocacy and leadership skills, and contribute to the advancement of the communities they are part of. Most importantly, LSS seeks to be a safe inclusive place where students feel a sense of belonging and community and find pride in their self-identified identities, affinities, and culture. History Originally established in 1994 to support a majority of international and 2nd generation hispano/latino students, the office of Hispano/Latino Student Services was re-branded in 2014 under the Latin@ Student Services (LSS) name in recognition of the changing demographics and needs of current Latin@ students at Augsburg University. During the 2014-15 academic year, LSS has served 177 self-identified Latin@ students who represent a diversity of identities, cultural and national backgrounds, individual and community experiences, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, class, and immigration statuses. Pan-Asian Student Services The Pan-Asian Student Services program was created in 1992 to recruit and retain Asian-American students and to enhance the quality of their total experience while at Augsburg University. 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 Center The Pan-Afrikan Center (PAC) traces its roots to the 1968 event, “One Day in May” when Augsburg students compelled faculty and staff to respond to Civil Rights era challenges pro-actively through sit-ins and teach-ins held on and off campus. As a result, Black Student Affairs was born. It has evolved over the years into the PAC. Today, the PAC is primarily a resource center, providing culturally-conscious personal, academic, financial, pre-professional and transitional support for students of African descent. This serves to enhance the recruitment, retention, and graduation of our students and facilitates a more meaningful learning experience. The PAC brings the knowledge and experience of Afrikan people in the Diaspora to the community through a variety of programming as well through advising the PanAfrikan Student Union. The Pan-Afrikan Student Union (PASU) is a commissioned organization whose purpose is to 38 enable students of African descent to share their diversity and collectively express their fellowship with the Augsburg community. PASU sponsors a variety of social, intellectual, and cultural activities. Scholastic Connections Scholastic Connections is a scholarship and mentorship program for achievement-oriented, undergraduate students of color. 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 alumnus/alumna 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 Student Services Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, and Asexual (LGBTQIA) Student Services works to improve the campus climate for all students, staff, faculty and visitors at Augsburg University 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 Students Services provides student advocacy and educational opportunities for the entire campus through a variety of programs and ongoing initiatives. Queer Pride Alliance; Queer Indigenous People of Color; Ally Trainings; the LGBTQIA Student Leadership Retreat, 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 students each year during Lavender Celebration, where the recipients of the LGBTQIA Student Leadership Awards, the Augsburg Pride Award, and the Karen Neitge Scholarship are honored. For more information, visit www.augsburg.edu/lgbtqia. Women’s Resource Center The Anne Pederson Women’s Resource Center at Augsburg University is located in Sverdrup Hall 207, offering a variety of programming for Augsburg students of all gender identities and a meeting place for students, faculty, and staff alike. It houses a Women’s Studies library, 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 on topics such as sexuality education and sexual assault advocacy, as well as broader topics such as The Vagina Monologues, monthly film showings, and monthly brown-bag lunch discussions. The WRC’s largest event is the annual Koryne Horbal Convocation Lecture, which features women and men who speak about the many issues important to women’s, as well as everyone’s, lives. The center also 39 regularly co-sponsors annual events for the Muslim Student Association’s Women in Islam Day and for Queer and Straight in Unity. The WRC is also the home of the Student Feminist Collective. We would love to support you as an intern or volunteer, or simply to co-sponsor your event! Contact us or friend us on Facebook to find out about upcoming events and other opportunities for participation. Student staff positions at the WRC are posted online with Human Resources as they become available. Health and Fitness Center for Wellness and Counseling (CWC) CWC provides short-term personal counseling for students to discuss personal life challenges with professional mental health counselors in a confidential and supportive setting. 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. CWC also offers health promotion activities and events to increase student awareness of health issues and support students in developing new behaviors for a healthier lifestyle, such as mindfulness events, stress management, and an annual Health Fair. Health promotion also includes an active group of peer health educators, Engaging Peers on Issues and Choices (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 University 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 Wellness and Counseling for more information on student health insurance plans. Health Clinic Services The University offers basic health care services to students through a contract with University Fairview Physicians – Smiley’s Clinic. These services are limited. For students without health insurance, Smiley’s 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 612-3301707 or visit www.augsburg.edu/cwc. 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. 40 International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) ISSS is responsible for the enrollment planning, recruitment and advising of exchange students and degree-seeking international students. Members of the ISSS team serve as Designated School Officials (DSO) for the University’s F-1 student visa program and as Responsible Officer (RO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for the University’s J-1 student/scholar exchange program. A DSO ensures institutional and individual compliance with the law and government policies pertaining to F-1 students. The RO and ARO ensure institutional and individual compliance with the law and government policies pertaining to J-1 exchange students and scholars. ISSS advises students regarding the F and J regulations so that students maintain their immigration status while completing their academic programs. Examples of ISSS responsibilities include:          Recruiting international student applicants and guiding them through application and visa processing procedures Managing international student recruitment partnerships Marketing Augsburg University to the international community Advocating on policy matters affecting international students Advising the International Student Organization Coordinating the International Student Mentor Program Providing intercultural competence training and mentoring for students, faculty and staff Implementing a mandatory international student orientation program each semester Making referrals and providing guidance on issues related to health insurance, taxes, banking, and acquiring a driver’s license, MN State ID or social security card 41 Special Academic Programs Center for Global Education & Experience (CGEE) Study abroad and away at Augsburg aims to provide students the skills needed to be successful in today’s highly interconnected world. The University’s mission states, “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.” This strong commitment to a global perspective provides the foundation to include study abroad or away in every student’s degree program. Augsburg’s programs, including those of the Center for Global Education & Experience as well as individual departments, as well as HECUA provide study abroad and away opportunities for students in all majors. Using an experiential education model that focuses learning on social justice issues, these programs challenge students academically and personally to become “informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders.” In addition to the following programs, students have over 300 programs in nearly 90 countries, including the United States from which to choose in order to meet their curricular and personal needs. CGEE (formerly Augsburg Abroad and Center for Global Education) is the front door for students and faculty interested in study abroad, and provides advising on programs, finances, and academics. Services provided through CGEE:      Study Abroad and Away in the USA program selection advising Financial and academic advising Pre-departure and re-entry support, including career integration Program coordination for semester and short-term programs Faculty resources to globalize courses at home and abroad In addition to the services and programs listed above, CGEE works with the entire campus to increase the breadth and depth of Global Education within the curriculum, in our campus life and to engage the community surrounding the campuses in the Twin Cities and Rochester, and across the United States. About a third of Augsburg undergraduate students enroll in off-campus study programs internationally and domestically before graduating. Students can study a variety of disciplines in a wide variety of countries. For example, students have the opportunity to examine Environmental Sustainability in the USA, study gender issues in Mexico, study social change in Central America, carry out business simulations in Norway and Germany, complete student teaching in Italy, intern with community organizations in Northern Ireland, do an internship in Namibia, do ecological field study in the Galapagos Islands, take organic chemistry in England, and gain fluency in a foreign language where it is widely spoken. Students can choose from more than 300 programs in 90+ countries including the United States. Programs vary in length from one week to a year abroad. In addition to the Augsburg CGEE programs (Augsburg faculty-led short-term, Augsburg in Central America, Mexico, and Southern Africa, Exchange, and HECUA programs), students can choose from Augsburg Affiliated Programs. Study Abroad & Study Away in the USA Programs Augsburg in Central America, Mexico and Southern Africa The mission of the CGEE signature Augsburg in Central America, Mexico and Southern Africa Programs 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. Students experience three distinct types of living situations: living with other students in a community house, spending several days in a rural setting, and living several weeks with host families. In the Southern Africa programs, students travel together on two-week seminars— Namibia to South Africa. Scholarships are available. 42 Augsburg in Central America Social Change in Central America: Exploring Peace, Justice, and Community Engagement (Guatemala, Costa Rica, Nicaragua)—Fall or Spring This is an intensive semester of study and regional travel designed to introduce students to the key issues facing Central Americans. Students will explore the history, culture, and struggles of the people of Central America in this provocative and inspiring experience that develops Spanish language skills while immersing participants in the lives of host families, urban and rural communities, and grassroots organizations dedicated to work on issues related to conflict, US foreign policy, gender, and economic and social justice. Students spend the first five weeks in Guatemala, the next four weeks in Costa Rica, and the final six weeks in Nicaragua. Students live with local host families for nine weeks. Prerequisites: one course in college-level Spanish or its equivalent. Students spend the first five weeks in Guatemala, the next four weeks in Costa Rica, and the final six weeks in Nicaragua. All students will take the following four courses: one Spanish or Indigenous language course (for native Spanish speakers) course, HIS/WST 355, and POL 310. Augsburg in Mexico Crossing Borders: Gender and Social Change in Mesoamerica—Fall This program is an experientially-based and designed to introduce students to the important issues facing Mexico, USMexico relations, and the context in which many Mexicans are immigrating to the United States. Students will improve Spanish language skills, as well as develop intercultural skills. Students will learn about key social, economic, political, and cultural issues in Mexico, as well as explore the interconnectedness of race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexuality, and religion. Students will learn firsthand from diverse women and men involved in struggles for social change, as well as business leaders, religious leaders, feminist activists and scholars, government representatives, politicians, and political activists. Spanish courses range from beginning to advanced, including courses for bilingual students. The program includes rural travel within Mexico and four-to-five-day seminar in Mexico City. Students stay in the Augsburg study center for part of the semester and with Mexican host families for four to six weeks, although semester-long homestays are available for Spanish majors and others upon request. Students may meet several AugCore and General Education requirements (Augsburg Experience, Fine Arts, Humanities, Keystone, Natural Science and Mathematics, Search for Meaning II, Social and Behavioral Science and Wellness) while in Mexico and/or take courses in the following four concentrations: Business, Religion, Spanish and Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies. Spanish courses range from beginning to advanced, including courses for bilingual students. International Business and Global Citizenship—Fall Today’s business leaders are increasingly well-served by a global perspective. Students gain international experience in Mexico, the business capital of Latin America and the United States’ third largest trading partner. Students improve Spanish language skills and understanding of Mexican culture in order to communicate with and serve the largest immigrant group in the US – a group that is rapidly increasing in economic influence. This program emphasizes success in business, while also encouraging a commitment to corporate responsibility, sustainability, and equality by exposing you to both the opportunities and challenges of international business. Students may take courses any of the following business courses in addition to any courses from the Crossing Borders (see listing) program: Accounting Theory & Practice, Global Business Management, International Business, International Marketing, Keystone, and Internship. Language and Culture in Mexico—Summer CGEE offers five, 3 1/2 week sessions (blocks) focusing on Spanish language and Mexican culture in which students can take one course per session, and take up to five courses throughout the summer. Students can complete their full Modern Language requirement in just 7 weeks. Students can also take ART/SPA231 (Fine Arts), Spanish (beginning to advanced, including Spanish for Healthcare Professionals, Heritage speakers, and Ministry). 7 week Internships are available in a number of disciplines (e.g., business, gender, sexuality and women’s studies, religion and more). 43 This community-based program includes homestays, a trip to Mexico City, the pyramids of Teotihuacan, optional weekend excursions, and numerous guest speakers designed to help students learn about history, culture, and contemporary struggles for peace, justice, and human rights. Migration and Globalization: Engaging Our Communities—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, socioeconomic class, gender, sexuality, economics, and the environment. Credit is available in Spanish, History, Political Science, Religion, and Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies. Students spend most of the semester living in Augsburg housing and approximately six weeks living with Mexican host families. Course offerings include: HIS/WST 357, POL/WST 341, RLN 200, an internship, independent study, and the choice of 1-2 Spanish courses from 16 different options (including ART 231, which meets the LAF requirement in Fine Arts). A Recreational Wellness course (Latin Dance) is also available. Spanish courses range from beginning to advanced, including courses for bilingual students. Social Work in a Latin American Context—Spring This program was created to satisfy the curricular requirements for the 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 experience is also available for qualified students. Students live with Mexican host families for six weeks. All students are expected to take SWK 294 as a core course. Other course offerings include SWK 295, SWK 316, a field placement in social work, and the choice of one Spanish course from 16 different options (including SPA/ART 231, which meet the LAF in Fine Arts). A Recreational Wellness course (Latin Dance) is also available. Prerequisites: Approval of the Social Work Department and one college-level Spanish course or the equivalent highly recommended. Students may choose to study Spanish in Mexico during the month of January prior to the start of the semester Augsburg in Southern Africa Nation-Building, Globalization, and Decolonizing the Mind: Southern African Perspectives (Namibia and South Africa)— Fall or Spring This program examines the crucial issues of nation-building, globalization, and decolonizing the mind, from the perspectives of the new democracies in 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 as well as under- and unequal development. Decolonizing the mind is a long-term project. The program includes seminars in Johannesburg and Cape Town, South Africa. Available courses are: HIS 327, POL 353, RLN376, ENV 100 and INS 312/POL 354. Internships are also available in eight different departments, and a Recreational Wellness course (Yoga) is also available. Exchange Programs The Center for Global Education & Experience partners with universities around the world to provide semester and academic year exchange opportunities to their students. Currently, Augsburg’s CGGE has active exchanges in China, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Lebanon, Norway, and Slovenia. Students can choose from several options in diverse disciplines. All coursework is in English with opportunity to student the host country language. Travel scholarships are available for these programs. For further information on these programs and scholarships visit the CGEE website. 44 Faculty-led Short-term Programs Faculty-led winter break, spring break, and summer programs offer opportunities to intensively study on a course abroad with an Augsburg professor and other Augsburg students. Program travel length ranges from eight days to five weeks. Program offerings change annually. Scholarships are available for some programs. Higher Education Consortium for Urban Affairs (HECUA) Augsburg, in consortium with other colleges and universities, offers full semester, summer and part-time programs in Ecuador, Italy, New Zealand, Northern Ireland, Norway, and the USA (Twin Cities and Jackson, Mississippi). All HECUA programs explore civic engagement, community, and social change, and emphasize internships and field study. Art for Social Change: Intersections of Art, Identity, and Advocacy—Spring What is art for? Who is allowed to be an artist? Where do you find art, and what happens when it finds you? In the Twin Cities-based Art for Social Change program, students seek the answers to these questions not in a gallery or a museum, but on busy corners, vacant storefronts, and empty lots. Students will tap into a growing movement of artists pushing the boundaries of what creative expression does and whose voice it amplifies. Art for Social Change is taught in partnership with Pillsbury House + Theatre, an innovative center for creativity and community in South Minneapolis. Students meet and intern with PH + T staff, resident artists, and a myriad of leaders from the Minneapolis City Council, neighborhood associations, and local businesses. Students receive mentorship from public artists, and an individual budget to create three community-engaged art projects. Community Internships in Latin America (Ecuador)—Fall or Spring The Community Internships in Latin America program, based in Quito, Ecuador, 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, an independent project, and a homestay for an intensive immersion into Latin American daily life and culture. In the second week of class, each student begins an individual placement at a nonprofit community organization. Previous internship sites have included an organic farm, an arts hub for urban youth, and a women’s safe house. Students learn firsthand 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. Environmental Sustainability: Ecology, Policy, and Social Transformation—Fall The most pressing environmental challenges today are global in scale and require scientific, creative, and systems thinking approaches to understand their root causes and forge more just and equitable solutions. The four linked semester courses of Environmental Sustainability apply systems thinking and sustainability theory to real world cases. Students explore structural inequalities in their own communities, examining patterns of privilege, power, and oppression. They study the restoration of degraded ecosystems, witness and participate in citizen science, and assess how policies and partnerships foster ecologically sound transformation. Students also complete a 20 hour per week internship at one of the many vibrant environmental organizations in the Twin Cities. Past internship placement sites include the Land Stewardship Project, MN350, and Spark-Y Youth Action Labs. Students will leave prepared for leadership roles at the intersection of environmental and climate justice, with a profound understanding of the work being done locally and nationally in those fields. Inequality in America: Policy, Community, and the Politics of Empowerment—Fall or Spring In this Twin Cities-based semester program students actively delve into major challenges of our time: poverty, inequality, and social change. This program asks: What are the root causes of increasing levels of economic, political, social inequality and insecurity and how does this impact all social classes and groups in the United States? How are economic, political, and social inequality reproduced? How do we create more opportunity for all Americans and what are some concrete social change tools for making these changes? To answer these questions, the program examines and connects the economy, housing systems, education, welfare, government policies, urban sprawl, regional race and class segregation, and institutional discrimination. In professional internships, students work to explore solutions in organizations committed to social transformation. Students have direct conversations and work with practitioners in 45 government, the private sector, nonprofits, labor unions, and schools, and other community institutions working to address poverty and economic, political, and social inequality. Sustainable Agriculture, Food, and Justice in Italy––Fall Students live and work at the Castello Sonnino, a historic estate roughly 12 miles outside the major city of Florence. Since the early 1800s, the Sonnino family has run the estate, and the current generation is deeply committed to cultural and architectural preservation. Students live in apartments on the Sonnino grounds, overlooking 300+ acres of woods, olive groves, and working farm land. They study the political and economic context of the farming and food movements particular to Italy. They gain firsthand experience of sustainable local food systems and the role they play in maintaining rural culture through an internship placement on the Sonnino farm, in the nearby village of Montespertoli, or in nearby Florence. Students receive basic Italian instruction, and complete a guided independent study project. New Zealand Culture and the Environment: A Shared Future—Fall or Spring Beginning with five weeks of travel across the North Island and ultimately based in Wellington, this program examines how social and environmental factors shape political and ecological dimensions of identity and culture, and how New Zealanders from many different backgrounds are envisioning and creating a shared future. During the trip and in Wellington, students learn about the history of colonization, the truth and reconciliation process that shape contemporary life, Māori protest and social movements, key strategies used to achieve sustainability, new agricultural practices, and more. Students intern at a nonprofit organization in Wellington. Internship placements in past years have ranged from Kennett Brothers Mountain Bikes to Sustainable Coastlines, from the Green Party New Zealand to Zealandia Urban Eco-Reserve. Links between environment, culture, policy, and community are at the heart of these field study and internship opportunities. Northern Ireland: Democracy and Social Change—Fall or 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 based at the International Conflict Research Institute at Ulster University (Derry/Londonderry), and on facilitated trips, students compare that region of Northern Ireland to the “borderland” area and to Dublin. Race in America: Then and Now —Summer The summer of 2014 saw the beginning of a dramatic shift in public conversation around race in the United States. As the tragic deaths of Michael Brown, Eric Garner, Tamir Rice, Sandra Bland, Rekia Boyd, and other unarmed men and women dominated the news, powerful protests forced American to face the twin realities of institutionalized racism and police brutality. Race in America: Then and Now dives into questions of racial justice in America today, and the continuing role of race in the United States. Students meet with civil rights activists who were active in the 1960s and those who are active now, as well as lawyers, politicians, educators, and youth. The program is based in Jackson, Mississippi, and is offered in collaboration with the Fannie Lou Hamer National Institute on Citizenship and Democracy at COFO on the campus of Jackson State University, one of America's Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The New Norway: Globalization, National Identity and the Politics of Belonging—Fall In less than 50 years, Norway has become one of the richest nations in the world and increasingly diverse. Twenty-five percent of Oslo residents, for example, are not ethnic Norwegian. The program investigates dramatic changes in Northern Europe by examining the contemporary challenges and opportunities for the Scandinavian welfare states in an age of globalization and mass migration. Core topics include globalization and multiculturalism, nation-building and national identity, governance and political party systems, European integration, racial thinking, histories of racialization, the rise of the populist/far-right, international aid politics, and gender. Questions framing the program include: How might Norway and the other Scandinavian welfare states adapt to the challenges of multiculturalism, European integration and globalization? What factors have made possible the rise of populist / far-right parties in Scandinavia and what has been their impact on politics and society more generally? How have film, literature and social movements 46 challenged conventional understandings of what it means to be Norwegian/Scandinavian? Students study Norwegian language or do an independent research project, and intern with a leading NGO. Agriculture and Justice: Building a Sustainable Food System––Spring Two linked semester courses use hands-on, field based methods to unpack sustainable agriculture and justice, exploring the food system, land ownership, labor practices, and policies. Students gain hands-on growing skills and travel to food shelves, grocery stores, community centers, as wells as conventional and small-scale farms. Each student completes a short-term stay on a sustainable farm, as well as a field project in a hunger relief organization or urban community farm. A 4- to 8- credit food systems internship is available concurrently with the two courses, or in the summer following the program. In past semesters students have interned with the Land Stewardship Project, Frogtown Green, Mill City Farmers Market, and others, Making Media, Making Change: Digital Technologies, Storytelling, and Action––Fall and Spring This Twin Cities-based semester of two linked courses is taught in collaboration with St. Paul Neighborhood Network (SPNN), a bustling studio and media access center that puts cameras into the hands of historically underrepresented creators. Students of all experience levels will leave the class with three short films to their credit, including a final work created in collaboration with a local nonprofit. In addition to hands-on training, students meet the leaders of the local media justice landscape. Students see their work as part of a global movement to make media accessible, relevant, and reflective of the diverse voices demanding to be heard. A 4- to 8- credit media production internship is available with community partner SPNN simultaneously (for students who have advanced technical skills) or following the program. Augsburg Affiliated Programs The Center for Global Education & Experience maintains a robust portfolio of affiliated programs to enhance the global education offerings available to Augsburg students. These affiliated programs allow Augsburg students to study disciplines and locations that lie beyond CGEE’s signature, exchange and short-term faculty-led programs See website for listings. Application Process In order to Study Abroad or Away in the USA students should follow these easy steps:    Attend and Information Session Attend an optional Program Selection Workshop and/or search programs online Apply by the deadline Application Deadlines September 30 - Spring semester and winter-break faculty-led programs November 1 - Spring-break faculty-led programs January 31 - Summer Session faculty-led programs March 1 - Fall semester and other summer 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 off campus study to be sure to do appropriate research and meet all deadlines. Academic Requirements and Credit Students automatically fulfill the Augsburg Experience requirement on approved study abroad and study away in the USA. Courses taken abroad can also fulfill graduation requirements including major, minor, language, Liberal Arts Foundation, Recreational Wellness, Honors, and internship requirements. This is determined prior to departure when students fill out the required Course Equivalency Form which is signed by faculty advisor(s), Assistant Registrar, department chairs and assigned faculty to approve the course equivalencies. 47 Credits, Grades and Residency  Students must take a full load of credits while abroad on semester programs.  Students must take courses for a grade (P/NP not allowed) while abroad.  Grades received on affiliated and most exchange programs are reported as transfer credit on the transcript, and thus are not figured into the GPA.  A grade of “C-” equivalent or higher must be received for the credit to transfer to Augsburg.  Courses taken on off-campus programs during the senior year meet the Augsburg residency requirement as students remain enrolled at Augsburg while abroad. Faculty-led Short-term Programs Students must register for all courses required by the short-term program. Credit values may vary, so confirm the specific program credit load with the Center for Global Education & Experience (CGEE) Office. Any courses removed by the student without CGEE 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. Eligibility Following are Augsburg University’s requirements for Study Abroad and Away in the USA:      Minimum 2.0 GPA at the time of application. Individual programs/courses may require a higher average. Students with lower averages should consult with CGEE. Sophomore, junior, or senior standing by the time you off campus. First-year students on a case-by-case basis may be allowed to study at Augsburg’s Center for Global Education & Experience program-Mexico site during their second term at Augsburg. Short-term, faculty-led programs will allow participation as a first-year if the student receives approval from the faculty-leader and if space allows. Transfer students must complete one semester at Augsburg before they may study off campus. Students must be in good academic and social standing. Students placed on academic or disciplinary probation after admittance to the off-campus study program may be withdrawn from the program. The student is responsible for all non-recoverable program costs incurred. Any outstanding balances on student accounts must be resolved before students will be allowed to study off campus. Note: Students applying to faculty-led programs who meet the above criteria are accepted to these programs on a first applied, first accepted basis. Space is limited, so early application is recommended. Costs and Financial Aid The cost of semester off-campus study is comprised of program fees that generally include tuition, housing, international health insurance, some meals, excursions, and off campus study fees. Airfare, personal expenses, books, and other expenses are not included in the price of semester programs. Program costs vary; Augsburg University 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 off campus study. Students on semester programs will always pay a minimum of Augsburg tuition plus living and travel expenses when studying abroad. Students who receive financial aid, loans, scholarships, and/or grants to study at Augsburg can use that entire package to cover their off-campus study program costs. Students receiving Augsburg institutionally-funded aid (e.g., President’s, Regents’, Legacy, Promise, and other Augsburg gift aid/scholarships, and tuition benefit) may use their scholarships to study off campus multiple times on Augsburg programs (see below in off-campus study program section). However, institutionally-funded aid may be used only once toward off-campus costs on an affiliate 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. Additional scholarships are available for semester and academic year programs. The cost of short-term faculty-led programs is typically comprised of tuition (for summer programs), meals, airfare, ground transportation, and interpretation/translation services. These costs are on top of any semester/year tuition 48 charges. Some scholarships are available, but are limited for short-term programs. Students often apply loans to fund the additional cost of education travel. Students should attend the required information session and read the advising handbook for any updates to scholarships and financial aid policies. Students are required to notify CGEE immediately if they choose not to continue with their off-campus study experience. At the moment of notification, non-recoverable costs and a cancellation fee will be assessed and charged to the student account. Depending on the time of notification of withdrawal, students may owe nothing; or they may owe the offcampus study fee, the deposit, or some or all of the program fee. Students are also subject to the cancellation and refund policies of CGEE and their program provider. Scholarships The Center for Global Education & Experience offers a range of scholarships and financial aid to students with demonstrated financial need and whose participation in a semester or summer academic program contributes to a community of co-learners that values a variety of cultures and backgrounds.         CGEE Global Education Scholarship. Augsburg students automatically receive a $1000 scholarship on our Semester programs at our sites in Central America, Mexico and Namibia/Southern Africa. This scholarship is also available to students who participate on our semester exchange programs in designated countries (China, Finland. Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Lebanon, and Norway) The Diversity Scholarship is for students who have not traditionally been represented in study abroad, specifically students of color, students with disabilities, and LGBT students. Awards cover up to $6,000 off the cost of a semester program abroad. The Need-Based Scholarship is available for students with demonstrated financial need. Awards cover up to $2,000 of the cost of a semester program abroad. Augsburg students receive an “Auggie Discount” of $1,000 on their first semester program (the Returnee Scholarship will apply for the second program). PJSA Member Discount is available for students whose home school is a member of the Peace and Justice Studies Association. Automatic award of $500 toward a semester study abroad program in any CGE location. This discount cannot be applied to the Social Work in a Latin American Context program. Returnee Scholarship: Automatic discount of 10% off a second semester program for students who combine two semester programs during their college career. There are no forms to submit for this discount. Summer Discount: Students who participate in a full semester program in Mexico will receive a 10% discount off a summer session (before or after the semester program). Global Affiliate Scholarships are also available. These scholarships generally ranging from $500-$5000 are provided directly through our affiliate partner programs. Disabilities CGEE and the Center for Learning and Accessible Student Services (CLASS) work closely with students with disabilities to make every effort student needs are met while studying off-campus. Nevertheless, students are responsible for requesting accommodations within a reasonable time frame prior to departure, ideally as early as program selection. 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. 49 Continuing Education Program The mission of Augsburg University 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 noncredit programs consistent with the mission of Augsburg University. Programs are developed through collaborations between academic and administrative departments of the University 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 University is a Lifelong Learning Partner with the ELCA. 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 Honors Review of Undergraduate Scholarship, 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, theater, and art performances. Honors courses bring in professors from several different departments so students can learn from talented professors teaching their specialties. For information, contact the Honors Desk at adamo@augsburg.edu (612-330-1560) or Phil Adamo, Honors Program director, at honors@augsburg.edu. Also see the Honors Program in the departmental pages of this catalog. 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 college’s library consortium, the Augsburg community has direct access to more than 2.5 million volumes and media resources of the 14 libraries. Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities (ACTC) Full-time Day students at Augsburg University, Hamline University, Macalester College, St. Catherine University, and the University of 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 University courses and do not impact the residency requirement. The permanent record of courses for which an Augsburg student has cross-registered is kept in the Registrar’s Office at Augsburg University, not at 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. AU/Rochester programs are not part of the ACTC consortium, and students in those programs may not register for ACTC courses or complete ACTC majors under the terms of the ACTC consortium agreements. 50 Higher Education Consortium for Urban Affairs (HECUA) Augsburg, in cooperation with 17 other colleges and universities, offers off-campus study semesters in Ecuador, New Zealand, Northern Ireland, Norway, and the Twin Cities. (See HECUA programs in the International Programs and Urban Studies sections of the departmental pages of this catalog.) McNally Smith College of Music Augsburg University full-time Day students may elect to take one course each semester at McNally Smith College of Music (MSCM) providing that they meet all MCSM requirements. This program is open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors. There is no additional fee for this program. Students should consult with their advisors 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 University courses and do not impact the residency requirement. The permanent record of courses which a student has completed through the exchange is kept in the Registrar’s Office at Augsburg University, not McNally Smith. Air Force ROTC AFROTC is a nationwide program that allows students to pursue commissions (become officers) in the United States Air Force (USAF) while simultaneously attending college. AFROTC classes are held on college campuses throughout the United States and Puerto Rico; students can register through normal course registration processes. AFROTC consists of four years of Aerospace Studies classes (Foundations of the USAF, Evolution of USAF and Space Power, Air Force Leadership Studies, and National Security Affairs/Preparation for Active Duty), and a corresponding Leadership Laboratory for each year (where students apply leadership skills, demonstrate command and effective communication, develop physical fitness, and practice military customs and courtesies). College students enrolled in the AFROTC program (known as “cadets”) who successfully complete both AFROTC training and college degree requirements will graduate and simultaneously commission as Second Lieutenants in the Active Duty Air Force. The AFROTC program is currently offered at University of St. Thomas, which has a crosstown agreement that allows Augsburg students to enroll in AFROTC and become full-fledged cadet participants. For more information on AFROTC course descriptions, please review http://www.stthomas.edu/catalog/current/aero/ . For more information on the AFROTC program, please review http://www.stthomas.edu/afrotc/ or contact the Department of Aerospace Studies at the University of St. Thomas at (651) 962-6320. 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 University of Minnesota: Twin Cities at www.goarmy.com/rotc/schools/university-ofminnesota. 51 Academic Policies and Procedures Registration Students must be officially registered for all courses for which they are participating. All registered courses will be reflected on a student’s AugNet Records and Registration page. Web registration through AugNet is the primary method of registration, although registration can be processed through the Registrar’s Office with a Registration Form in instances where online registration is not possible. Students are responsible for verifying the accuracy of their registrations. Students are required to meet with their faculty advisor prior to registration for the fall, spring, and summer terms. As some courses are offered only in alternate years, students should also consult with departmental advisors when planning their academic program. Specific registration dates and deadlines for each semester are listed in the Academic Calendar. Students who are missing prerequisites for a course may be eligible for a prerequisite waiver if, after discussion with the course instructor, the instructor determines that the prerequisite learning objectives have been met. Students who believe they have already completed the prerequisite in question should contact the Registrar’s Office at 612-330-1036 or registrar@augsburg.edu. The following registrations cannot be completed online and must be processed with a Registration Form:      THP courses (Theater practicum courses) 100-level MUP courses (Variable-credit music lessons) Independent Study and Directed Study (Independent Study form available on the Registrar’s Office webpage) Internships (Internship Registration form available on the Registrar’s Office webpage) ACTC courses (Course listings are available online through each ACTC institution and should be checked to verify the correct meeting times and room assignment.) Credit Loads Full-time day students normally register for 16 credits each semester. Students in the AU/Rochester programs typically register for 4-8 credits each semester. Students registered for 12 or more credits in a semester are classified as full-time students. Students registered for at least 6 credits are classified as half-time students. To register for more than 19 semester credits, students must petition the Student Standing Committee unless the following apply: Students with a cumulative GPA at Augsburg of 3.00 or greater may take a total of 20 semester credits without petitioning; students with a cumulative GPA at Augsburg of 3.50 or greater may take a total of 22 semester credits without petitioning. All overload registrations must be done through a Registration Form. (Note: For students in the Day program there is an additional tuition charge for course loads over 19 semester credits. This includes combining the credit load from both the DAY and AU programs. Auditing classes over the 19 semester credit limit will also incur a tuition charge.) Non-Attendance/Non-Participation Policy Attendance/participation in class is important for academic success and financial aid. Therefore, students are dropped for non-attendance/non-participation after the 10th business day of the term if reported by the instructor. Students are ultimately responsible for dropping classes if they no longer plan to attend/participate. Students who have been dropped and wish to re-enroll must submit an Academic/Financial Petition. Internship Registration A complete step-by-step guide is available on the Strommen Center website under the Internship Registration Guide section. International students completing a paid internship will follow steps outlined on the Strommen Center website under the International Student Paid Internship Registration section. Registration of internships for credit consists of the following steps: 52    Students must register the internship for the academic term that coincides with the internship experience. Students fill out the online Site Agreement Form on the Strommen Center website under the Internship Registration Guide section (step 1). Obtain the Internship Registration form (paper form) from the Strommen Center website under the Internship Registration Guide section (step 2) and obtain the required signatures. o Faculty Signature: Requires finding a faculty member willing to supervise and approve the internship based on major discipline requirements. o Department Chair Signature: Requires approval that the proposed internship experience meets the major discipline requirements. o Strommen Center Signature: Requires Assistant Director or Director to review important college-wide internship information and ensure all required documents have been submitted. Once the completed internship registration form is submitted to the Enrollment Center, additional requirements to receive credit for an internship include:    Watch a short video about successful internships on the Strommen Center website under the Internship Registration Guide section. Complete the Learning Goals Form on the Strommen Center website under the Internship Registration Guide section. Copies of the completed form are emailed to the student, their faculty supervisor, and the Strommen Center. Academic assignments (journals, reflection papers, projects, etc.) as determined by the faculty supervisor and/or department guidelines. Final evaluations are sent at the end of the semester. The student and the site supervisor will each complete an evaluation of the student’s internship experience. Results are emailed to the student and the faculty supervisor. Dropping or Withdrawing Courses may be dropped or withdrawn online through AugNet Records and Registration or with a Registration Form. For drop and withdrawal deadlines see the Academic Calendar. Crossover Registration Undergraduate students are enrolled in a home program (DAY, AU, ROCH) and may register online for fall and spring semester courses outside of their home program based on course availability and subject to the restrictions listed below. Students have registration priority in their home program. Students are charged the tuition rate of their home program for crossover courses. DAY Program Students - Juniors and Seniors (based on earned credits) are permitted to crossover into AU courses without special permission. - Pay the overload fee for any credits over 19 in their combined DAY/AU load each semester. AU Program Students - Are permitted to crossover into DAY courses. ROCH Program Students - Are permitted to register for AU courses as soon as their registration windows open and do not have to wait until Crossover Registration begins. Graduate Courses Students must have completed an undergraduate degree and be admitted to a graduate program before taking graduate level courses from that program. Exceptions are made for approved courses in the Department of Nursing and the joint BA Accounting/MAL program. Undergraduate students enrolled in graduate courses will pay their standard undergraduate rate for those courses. Any student enrolled in an Augsburg graduate level program wishing to take an undergraduate course will pay their program's graduate rate for those courses. 53 Evaluation and Grading Evaluation of academic performance is based on letter grades using an A ‐ F scale. 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 an A - F scale or the Pass/No Pass grading system. Explanation of grades: Grade A AB+ Grade Points 4.00 3.67 3.33 B 3.00 Description Excellent Undergraduate: Good Graduate: Satisfactory B2.67 C+ 2.33 C 2.00 Undergraduate only: Satisfactory C1.67 D+ 1.33 D 1.00 Poor D0.67 F 0.00 Failure P 0.00 Pass* N 0.00 No Pass *The letter grade equivalent of a P grade is a C- / 1.67 or higher for undergraduate courses and a B / 3.0 or higher for graduate courses. Pass/No Pass Grades 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 C-. Some graduate and professional schools do not look favorably on a large number of P-graded courses, or rank each as a C. The maximum number of semester credits taken P/N that may be applied to graduation is 24 semester credits with a grade of Pass (P). P-graded courses do not count toward the requirement that 56 traditionally-graded semester 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 P/N grading for no more than eight semester credits. Certain courses have restrictions and are offered on one grading system only (e.g., lifetime wellness courses are graded only P/N). In courses where there is a choice, students will be graded on the traditional system unless they indicate they wish to use the P/N grading option. Any changes in choice of grading option must be made according to deadlines published in the Academic Calendar each semester. Incomplete (I) Grades Incomplete grades (I) are to be given only in the case of extreme emergency (e.g. illness, family emergency, death in the family, military commitment). If you have any questions regarding the qualifying emergency please contact the Registrar’s Office for verification. 54 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 submit a completed Application for Incomplete Grade form to the Registrar's Office by the grading deadline for the semester. This form 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 by the grading deadline of the following academic semester. If the work is not completed by the specified date of the following academic semester, the grade for the course becomes F. Extension (X) Grades Internships, independent studies, and directed studies may sometimes last longer than one semester. When this is the case, they must be completed by the grading deadlines within one year from the beginning of the semester 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 instructor and demonstrate that satisfactory progress is being maintained. A final grade will be issued at the end of the semester in which the work is completed and evaluated (but not longer than one year). An instructor has the right to not grant an extension where satisfactory progress is not demonstrated. If the course is not completed, a grade of F will be assigned. Withdrawal (W) Grade A course is given a grade of W (withdrawn) when it is dropped after the deadline for dropping classes without a W grade and before the last day to withdraw. Withdrawals negatively impact credit completion rate but do not negatively impact the grade point average. Repeated Courses A course in which a grade of F, FN, D-, D, D+, C-, or N has been received may be repeated for credit. Courses in which higher grades have been earned may not be repeated for credit and a grade, but may be audited (exceptions are made for academic programs with minimum grade requirements of a C+ or higher or other catalog policies that require a course to be retaken). All courses taken each semester and grades earned, including W and N, will be recorded on the academic record. Only the credits and grades earned for the most recent attempt, for legitimately repeated courses, are counted toward graduation and in the grade point average. Courses completed at Augsburg University must be repeated at Augsburg to be included in the repeat policy. Auditing Courses Students who wish to take courses without credit or grade may do so by registering for Audit (V) on a space-available basis. Full-time Day students will be charged an audit fee if their total credit load is over 19 credits. The charge to audit a course is $1,000 for part-time DAY/AU/ROCH students. The signature of the instructor is required to register an audit. Students who audit a course should confer with the instructor within two weeks of the beginning of the term to determine expectations, attendance, and any other requirements. If expectations have been met, the course will be listed on the transcript with a V grade. If expectations have not been met, the course will be listed with a grade of W. Audited courses do not count 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 institutions. The formula for calculating the GPA = Total grade points divided by number of credits attempted with A to F grades assigned. The following grading symbols are not included in the GPA calculation: 55 Symbol Explanation Fall 2017 to Present: Pass, C- or higher undergraduate or B or higher graduate work; P Prior to Fall 2017: Pass, 2.0 or higher undergraduate or 3.0 or higher graduate work S Satisfactory N No pass, no credit V Audit, no credit W Withdrawn I Incomplete X Extension, incomplete IP In progress R Repeat GRT Credit granted Required lab component (a credit-bearing grade was earned in the corresponding L lecture course) NG Not graded, no credit Assessment of Student Learning The faculty at Augsburg University is actively engaged in research about student learning and the efficacy of the curriculum. To support such assessment of student learning activities, faculty may collect student work for evaluation beyond grading. Any information or student work collected will be treated confidentially; the student's identity will not be public information. Students who do not want their work collected for assessment purposes can opt out by contacting Office of Academic Affairs. Classification Students are classified when grades are posted at the end of each semester. Classification is based on the number of semester credits completed/earned. Classification Freshmen Sophomores Juniors Seniors Completed Semester Credits 0 – 27.99 28 – 59.99 60 – 91.99 92 or more Academic Status Changes Change of Program Students may apply to change their “home program” by completing a Change of Program form. Applications are reviewed by a committee. If approved, the change will take effect for the following semester. Changes are limited to once each academic year. A Change of Program form must be submitted before the semester begins. Withdrawal from University Students are urged not to abandon courses for which they are registered because this will result in failing grades on their official academic record. If necessary, students should instead submit a Withdrawal from University form. The deadline to file a Withdrawal from University is the last Friday prior to finals week. Withdrawal from University and any consequential adjustments in accounts are effective as of the date the Withdrawal from University form is submitted to the Registrar’s Office. Students must be submit an Application for Readmission to re-enroll. Students are responsible for keeping the Registrar’s Office informed of their current mailing address while away. 56 Leave of Absence (DAY Program Students) Students in the Day Program may apply to for a Leave of Absence for one semester. The Leave of Absence allows continued access to Augsburg email and AugNet Services. If a student on a Leave of Absence does not register for the subsequent semester, the student’s file will be deactivated and the student must submit an Application for Readmission to re-enroll. The deadline to file a Leave of Absence form is the Friday prior to the start of each semester. Term Off (AU/ROCH Program Students) Students in the AU/ROCH Programs may take up to two semesters off and have continued access to Augsburg email and AugNet Services. If a student is not registered after the 10th business day of the third semester, the student’s file will be deactivated and the student must submit an Application for Readmission to re-enroll. Military Called to Active Duty Augsburg University will allow students to withdraw from courses without penalty if they are called to active duty. This shall include a 100 percent refund of tuition and fees upon verification of call to active duty. Students must submit an Academic/Financial Petition and provide a copy of their orders to the Registrar’s Office. If the student is called to active duty after the deadline to drop a course, the Registrar’s Office 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 University 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 to work out an incomplete agreement. Students who are able to complete some of their courses would have their refunds adjusted to reflect this. Students who are being placed on active duty should contact the Registrar’s Office so the University can notify all parties and aid in this process. Student Standing Committee The Student Standing Committee is a standing committee of the University that reviews requests for exceptions to academic and financial policy. Representatives from the faculty, Academic Advising, Registrar’s Office, Student Financial Services, and Student Affairs serve on the committee. Academic / Financial Petitions Students who wish to request exceptions to academic and financial policies should carefully review and complete the Academic/Financial Petition. Petitions must be submitted within 6 months from the end of the semester being petitioned. The Committee typically meets to review petitions and Applications for Readmission every other week during fall and spring semesters and once each month during the summer semester. Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Suspension Appeals Students who have been academically suspended have the right to appeal their suspension to the Student Standing Committee. Applications for Readmission Students seeking to re-apply to the University after being placed on academic warning, probation or after being academically suspended must submit an Application for Readmission for review by the Student Standing Committee. Catalog Applicability Active Students (Registered, Leave of Absence, Term Off) 57  May elect to satisfy the general education and departmental requirements outlined in the catalog in effect during their first semester of enrollment or any of the subsequent catalogs in effect while an active student. Inactive Students (Withdrawn)   Three or Fewer Years Away o Inactive students who are readmitted after three or fewer years away (nine semesters, including summers) may elect to satisfy the general education and departmental requirements outlined in the catalog in effect during their first semester of initial enrollment or any of the subsequent catalogs in effect while an active student. More than Three Years Away o Inactive students who are readmitted after more than three years away (10 or more semesters, including summers) must complete the general education and departmental requirements of the catalog in effect at the time of re-enrollment or any of the subsequent catalogs in effect while an active student. Second Majors and Degrees Students with an existing baccalaureate degree from Augsburg or another institution may enroll to complete an additional major(s) or minor(s). Students 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 Registrar’s Office and is based on a student’s official transcript(s). Credit is granted for college-level coursework completed at regionally accredited institutions with a grade of C- or better. Credit from non-regionally accredited institutions may be approved if there is a transfer agreement in place, or by petition. Courses that may be developmental, professional or occupational in nature are evaluated on a course-by-course basis in collaboration with faculty from corresponding or similar departments. Augsburg does not grant transfer credit for continuing education units (CEUs). Competency credits and exam credits issued by another institution will be evaluated on an individual basis. The Registrar’s Office evaluates coursework for credit and for applicability toward Augsburg's Core Curriculum requirements. Academic departments are responsible for evaluating the applicability of coursework toward a student’s major or minor. The University requires that certain courses and a minimum number of credits be taken at Augsburg. (Refer to the Graduation section of the catalog.) 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 academic and faculty advisors and the Registrar’s Office before taking courses at other institutions to ensure compliance with transfer credit policy and residency requirements. Additional resources about transferring credit are available on the Registrar’s Office website. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Completion of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) will satisfy Augsburg’s Liberal Arts Foundation requirements and will reduce the Search for Meaning requirement to one course (RLN 100). 58 Associate of Arts Degree Completion of an Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree from a regionally accredited institution will satisfy Augsburg’s Liberal Arts Foundation requirements, reduce the Search for Meaning requirement to one course (RLN 100), and will waive one of two Health and Wellness requirements. Note: Additional prerequisite coursework beyond the AA degree may be required in some Augsburg majors. Students are advised to consult an academic advisor in the major department to discuss major requirements. Advanced Transfer Students Students who enter Augsburg with 52 or more semester credits accepted in transfer are considered Advanced Transfer Students. The Augsburg Core Curriculum will be adjusted for advanced transfer students as outlined below:     Waiver of Search for Meaning II Waiver of Augsburg Seminar Waiver of Engaging Minneapolis Waiver of one Health and Wellness 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 Registrar’s Office 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 US Armed Services. Augsburg will review a military transcript to determine if any of the credit recommendations contained within it meet transfer credit guidelines. Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, and Navy records are maintained on a Joint Services Transcript (JST). 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. Assessment of Previous Learning (APL) Program Augsburg University 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 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 University for appropriate credit. IB exams may fulfill general education and/or major requirements. Credit granting guidelines are available on the Registrar’s Office webpage. 59 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. Credit granting guidelines are available on the Registrar’s Office webpage. The College Level Examination Program (CLEP) This is a series of standardized tests developed by the College Board that 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 University. CLEP exams may fulfill general education and/or major requirements. Credit granting guidelines are available on the Registrar’s Office webpage. DSST Exams DSST Exams are a series of standardized tests in college subjects that are comparable to the final examinations in undergraduate courses. Exams are offered at testing centers worldwide for a small fee. 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 University. Credit granting guidelines are available on the Registrar’s Office webpage. The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages These tests assess written and/or spoken proficiency in world languages. For a small fee, students can assess their level of knowledge in world languages to earn college credit and/or waive the modern language requirement. More information about eligibility and qualifying languages is available from Academic Advising. 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 not computed in the GPA, and there is a charge per exam of $100 per semester credit. 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 Registrar’s Office. 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 University 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 non-refundable 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 granted by portfolio review is not computed in the GPA. Transcript credit will be recorded with the equivalent Augsburg course numbers as determined by faculty reviewers. 60 Maximum Credit Accepted for Previous Learning While Augsburg University 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 32 credits (one-fourth of a bachelor’s degree) to be obtained through previous experiential learning. In compiling the 32 credits for previous experiential learning, the student may use any combination of the assessment processes available in the APL Program: AP, CLEP, IB, DSST, ACTFL, departmental comprehensive exams, and credit granted through portfolio assessment. Graduation Requirements 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 128 semester credits—No more than these maximums may be applied toward the 128 total semester credits required: o Eight semester credits by independent/directed study o 16 semester credits of internship o 24 semester credits with a grade of Pass (P) o To graduate with Latin honors, students may take no more than eight elective P/N graded semester credits. o Students may apply no more than eight semester credits with P grades toward a major and no more than four semester credits with a P grade toward a minor unless otherwise specified by an academic department. Departments with major or minor programs that allow a different number of P-graded credits have defined those limitations along with their major and minor requirements in the catalog. 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 under the Augsburg Curriculum section. 4. Grade Point Average —Students must earn a minimum cumulative 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 academic programs require a higher grade point average or a specific 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 Requirement — A minimum of 32 semester credits must be completed at Augsburg or within an approved exchange program (ACTC, McNally Smith) or study abroad/away through the Augsburg Center for Global Education and Experience. Senior Residence Requirement No fewer than 24 of the last 32 semester credits must be completed at Augsburg or within an approved exchange program.  Transfer courses count against the senior residence requirement. Therefore, students are encouraged to complete transfer work prior to the final 32 credits for the degree.  Assessment of Prior Learning (APL) credits -- including AP, CLEP, IB, DSST, ACTFL, departmental comprehensive exams, and credit granted through portfolio assessment -- are not counted against the senior residence requirement. Some departments have a minimum number of credits that are required in residence within the major or minor. Consult the departmental pages of this catalog for further information. The responsibility for ensuring that all degree requirements are satisfied rests with the student. Each student is required to file an Intent to Graduate application at the end of their junior year to confirm remaining graduation requirements. Application forms are available on the Registrar’s Office webpage. Faculty advisors, the Academic Advising staff, department chairs, and the Registrar’s Office are available for counsel and assistance in program planning. 61 Students who enter an academic program with a bachelor’s or higher degree should contact the Registrar’s Office about specific requirements for a second bachelor’s degree or for the equivalent of a major. All degree and course requirements must be completed and verified in the Registrar’s Office in order for the degree to be conferred. There may be no incompletes or open courses on the academic record. Latin Honors Augsburg recognizes those students who have demonstrated exemplary academic achievement by conferring Latin honors upon completion of a bachelor’s degree. Students may also receive honors recognition for departmental honors and for participation in the Honors Program. (See individual department and program descriptions for details.) Qualification for Latin honors is determined as follows: Summa Cum Laude Magna Cum Laude Cum Laude 3.90-4.00 GPA (plus successful completion of the Summa Oral Examination) 3.80-3.89 GPA 3.60-3.79 GPA To be eligible, a student must complete a minimum of 56 traditionally-graded credits at Augsburg and have no more than eight elective pass/no credit graded credits at Augsburg (classes offered only with P/N grading will not be counted). For additional information, including the guidelines for the summa cum laude oral examination visit the Registrar’s Office webpage. 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 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 University community to celebrate academic achievement. 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 University holds two commencement ceremonies in the spring to accommodate the University’s different student populations. One commencement ceremony is for students in the Day undergraduate program. The second ceremony is for graduate program students and undergraduate students in the Adult Undergraduate and Rochester programs. 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 semester; and (2) the remaining requirements will be completed in the summer or fall semesters immediately following commencement. Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Requirements At the end of each fall, spring, and summer semester, the University will review the academic progress of all non-degree and degree-seeking undergraduate students registered for that semester. In order to remain in good academic and financial aid standing, students are required to maintain a cumulative Augsburg University GPA of at least 2.0 and cumulative credit completion rate of at least 66.67%. GPA Calculation Refer to the Evaluation and Grading section of this catalog. 62 Credit Completion Rate Calculation  Attempted credits: Includes transferred credits and unsatisfactory grades (W, X, I, F, FN, N, IP). o Remedial and repeated courses do not count as attempted credits, so should be subtracted from the total number of attempted credits.  Earned credits: Includes transferred credits and satisfactory grades (A - D-, P).  Divide earned credits by attempted credits (do not round numbers up or down) o Example: 19 earned credits / 27 attempted credits = .7037 or 70.37% o Example: 17 earned credits / 27 attempted credits = .6296 or 62.96% Warning Students who do not meet cumulative standards will be placed on Warning. At the end of the next semester attempted, students meeting cumulative standards will be removed from Warning. If cumulative standards are not met, the student’s semester term GPA and completion rate will be evaluated. Students earning a minimum of a 2.25 term GPA and 66.67% term completion rate and completing all other Warning requirements (www.augsburg.edu/acskills) will be placed on Probation. If cumulative and term standards are not met, students will be Suspended. Probation Students on Probation must meet cumulative standards. At the end of the next semester attempted, students meeting cumulative standards will be removed from Probation. If cumulative standards are not met, the student’s semester term GPA and completion rate will be evaluated. Students earning a minimum of a 2.25 term GPA and 66.67% term completion rate and completing all other Probation requirements (www.augsburg.edu/acskills) will remain on Probation. If cumulative and term standards are not met, students will be Suspended. Students on Warning or Probation who voluntarily withdraw from Augsburg may apply for readmission. At that time, the Student Standing Committee will review their application for readmission. For more information about Warning and Probation requirements, visit www.augsburg.edu/acskills. Suspension Students on Warning or Probation who do not meet cumulative and term standards will be suspended from the University. Students may appeal their Suspension to the Student Standing Committee. The Committee decision is final. Instructions for appeal are included in the Letter of Suspension. Students who have been suspended may apply for readmission after one full academic year (including fall, spring, and summer semesters). At that time, the Student Standing Committee will review the application for readmission. Augsburg University reserves the right to intervene with students who earn less than a 2.00 and 66.67% in a semester but are otherwise meeting cumulative standards. Professional Program 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 inside.augsburg.edu/studentaffairs/studentguide. Dean’s List The Dean’s List, compiled after each semester, recognizes undergraduate students for outstanding achievement during the term. Students can qualify for the Dean’s List in two ways:   Earning a semester GPA of 3.50 or higher based on 12 or more traditionally-graded credits Earning a semester GPA of 3.75 or higher based on 6-11 traditionally-graded credits 63 Incomplete courses and other classes without final grades at the time the Dean’s List is compiled will not be considered. The Dean’s List is published on Inside Augsburg and students can choose to submit announcements to their hometown newspapers. Enrollment/Degree Verification Augsburg University 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 2300 Dulles Station Blvd, Suite 300 Herndon, VA 20171 Web: www.studentclearinghouse.org Phone: 703-742-4200 Veterans of Military Service Augsburg is approved by the state approving agency for VA education benefits. Veterans and eligible spouse and dependents should consult with the VA School Certifying Officials in the Registrar’s Office and Student Financial Services 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.benefits.va.gov/gibill. 64 Augsburg Core Curriculum Augsburg University is dedicated to educating students intellectually, physically, and spiritually. To live fully and act effectively, humans must have a broad grasp of the world from which they have come, as well as the world in which they live. Through providing courses in the humanities, fine arts, natural sciences, and social sciences, the core curriculum introduces students to the breadth and complexity of human knowledge and our world. “Search for Meaning” courses invite students to explore vocation, diversity, and pluralism through the study of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, and encourages students to consider their own religious, philosophical, and ethical commitments in dialogue with other perspective. The Language courses introduce students to the skills and sensibilities necessary to cross cultures and work across difference. Wellness courses offer students opportunities to develop skills and habits of healthful living. 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 University education strives to educate its students in a real world for the real world. Undergraduate Student Learning Outcomes The University’s mission statement offers a series of educational values: Augsburg University educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. The Augsburg experience is supported by an engaged community that is committed to intentional diversity in its life and work. An Augsburg education is defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies, guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran Church, and shaped by its urban and global settings. As part of this mission, Augsburg’s faculty have identified a set of outcomes for student learning These areas reflect our shared commitment to offering a vibrant liberal arts education in tandem with career preparation and vocational discovery. We expect students to achieve these outcomes cumulatively, through the completion of the core curriculum, majors / minors, electives and co-curricular experiences. As Informed Citizens, students are learning to …  engage their communities and demonstrate a sense of agency to create change in ethical and informed ways  explain diverse positions and collaborate effectively across social, cultural and geographic differences in local and global contexts As Thoughtful Stewards, students are learning to …  critically engage their own beliefs and articulate their gifts and goals for meaningful life and work in a pluralistic context  identify the broad foundations for sustainable living and apply them in demonstrable ways As Critical Thinkers, students are learning to …  use appropriate methods to gather and analyze evidence, identify underlying assumptions, and evaluate competing claims  construct coherent, polished and persuasive arguments, narratives and explications in written, oral and other formats As Responsible Leaders, students are learning to …  employ the fundamental principles of quantitative literacy to arrive at thoughtful judgments  articulate and solve problems in creative, analytical, and integrative ways 65 Overview of the Curriculum The Augsburg Curriculum is comprised of three main components: 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 include a liberal arts foundation, signature courses and experiences, skills development, and a keystone. Entry Level Placement Tests Math, Writing, English (if applicable), and language placement for Language courses. The Augsburg Core Curriculum The Augsburg First Year    Augsburg Seminar Engaging Minneapolis Many Voices Project The Augsburg Signature Curriculum    Religion, Vocation, and the Search for Meaning I and II Augsburg Experience Senior Keystone The Liberal Arts Foundation     Natural Sciences and Math Social and Behavioral Sciences Humanities Fine Arts Electives Majors Skills The Augsburg Curriculum is designed to help students develop the skills necessary for successful careers and fulfilling lives, including:           Writing Critical Thinking Oral Communication Information Literacy Quantitative Literacy Religious Literacy Problem Solving Intercultural Competence Civic Agency and Engagement Health and Wellness Entry Level Placement Tests Prior to their first registration, students will complete placement tests in:   Mathematics Writing 66   Language Placement and, if applicable, English Language Learning First-year students entering Augsburg in the fall of 2013 or later must complete developmental courses by the end of their fourth term. Transfer students entering Augsburg in the fall of 2013 or later must complete all required developmental courses by the end of their third term. The developmental courses subject to this policy are:     ENL 101 ENL 111 / HON 111 / ENL 112 ENL 217 / 218 MAT 103 / 105 Mathematics For a strong start at Augsburg, students will take entry-level exams to determine their math placement group (MPG.) 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 Test, administered by Academic Advising. Students are required to take the Math Placement Test before registering for the first term. Practice questions and other information are available from Academic Advising -- students are encouraged to study for the exam. Students may retake the Math Placement Test once during their first term of enrollment. Based on the math placement test result, students will be enrolled in the appropriate courses or advised on preparation for retaking the Math Placement Test. Students in Math Placement Group (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, if planning to take calculus. No other MAT course changes a student’s MPG. A grade of Pass or C- 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 A writing sample is required of students to determine placement in an appropriate writing class. Students who transfer an equivalent English composition course from another institution or Advanced Placement English Language and Composition will be waived from the placement test. If we have official access to an ACT writing sample, we can use that sample in place of the writing placement test. All other students must take the Writing Placement Test, administered by Academic Advising. Based on the writing sample, students are placed into the appropriate writing course. Students placed at Effective take Effective Writing (or Advanced Effective Writing or Honors Effective Writing). Students placed at Developmental take Developmental Writing (ENL 101) before taking Effective Writing. These students must pass Developmental Writing (ENL 101) with a grade of P, C-, or higher before enrolling in Effective Writing (ENL 111/112/HON 111). Modern Language Assessment Students with proficiency or experience in French, German, or Spanish complete a placement test. Students begin their exploration of modern language at the level identified by the placement test. This online placement is administered by Academic Advising. Placement for American Sign Language and Ojibwe is administered by faculty representing those specific languages. English Language Learners Assessment Students whose primary language is other than English will complete a placement to determine preparedness for classes taught in English and may need to complete an English Language Learning course(s). This placement is administered by Academic Advising. 67 Core Skills Requirements Effective Writing Students must pass ENL 111 - Effective Writing, ENL 112 - Advanced Effective Writing, or HON 111 - Honors Effective Writing with a grade of C-, P, or higher, or transfer in an equivalent course. Attendance at the first day of class is required. Language For students who have not previously studied a second language, completion of a two-course sequence in the same language with a minimum grade of C- or P in both courses is required. For a language previously studied, placement into the 211 level or successful completion (minimum grade of C- 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 languages may seek a placement evaluation through faculty fluent in the specified language at Augsburg or other ACTC schools. Details are available from Academic Advising. Availability of assessment in all languages is not guaranteed. Assessment is used for placement only and does not result in credit. Students may audit, but will not receive credit for any course taken below their placement level. The Department of Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies may review and sometimes 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 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 will receive credit for the Language Core Skill requirement. Contact Academic Advising or the English Department for additional information. Health and Wellness Two health and wellness courses are required. WEL100 - Foundations of Wellness (formerly HPE001) is required of all students. The second course may be chosen from a variety of different Recreational Wellness courses. Students may test out of the Recreational Wellness course by demonstrating proficiency from a selected Recreational Wellness activity. Proficiency exams are offered through the Health and Physical Education Department each semester. There is a fee to take the Recreational Wellness Activity Proficiency Test. Intercollegiate athletes and Health and Physical Education majors may not test out of this requirement. 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 faith and the search for meaning Cultivates the transformative discovery of, and appreciation for, the student’s place of leadership and service in a diverse world The curriculum has three major components:   Liberal Arts Foundation Signature Curriculum 68  Skills Development The Augsburg First Year To smooth the transition to higher education and their new community, first-year weekday program students are required to take courses containing the following components: Augsburg Seminar and Engaging Minneapolis The Engaging Minneapolis requirement builds on Augsburg’s national leadership in experiential education as well as its commitment to its urban location. Embedded in the first-year Augsburg Seminar experience, Engaging Minneapolis introduces students to the city as a resource for intentional learning, typically through civic engagement, cultural engagement, and/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 among diverse writers and readers. The Augsburg Signature Curriculum Religion, Vocation, and the Search for Meaning Guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran Church, the Search for Meaning courses encourage inquiry, welcome diversity, wrestle with life’s complexities, and engage the world. Two required courses (RLN 100 plus a Search for Meaning II course) highlight Augsburg’s commitment to developing religious literacy and nurturing students to think critically about the concept of vocation. Students from all faith traditions will find a generous spirit of hospitality in these courses. Whether you are Jewish or atheist, Buddhist or seeker, Catholic or Muslim, Baptist, Lutheran, uncertain, disinterested, or someone who is “spiritual but not religious,” these courses promote respect and understanding across faith traditions. All religion courses engage with the concept of vocation and an understanding that we are called to live and serve as neighbors. RLN 100 explores 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. 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 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 Office webpage. Natural Sciences and Mathematics Two approved courses from two different departments: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, 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. 69 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), and Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies. Note: The signature Search for Meaning (RLN 100 and 200) courses do not count as humanities Liberal Arts Foundation requirements. If a student opts to take another approved upper-division RLN course to fulfill the Search for Meaning II requirement, it may not count toward a Humanities LAF. Fine Arts Two approved courses or approved activities from two different departments: Art, Film, Music, Theater. 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) 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. In this course, students reflect on the meaning of their educational experiences and consider issues of transition as they prepare for their lives after Augsburg. Many 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. Electives A student must complete a minimum of 128 semester credits in order to graduate. If the Core Curriculum and Major requirements do not reach 128 semester credits, the student may take electives for credit in any subject area to reach the minimum credit requirement. Majors For major requirements, see the appropriate departmental page(s) of this catalog or consult the department chair. Graduation Skills An Augsburg education aims to develop certain key skills during the years in college. Critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, speaking, writing and information literacy 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 incorporates both foundational mathematical skills and the application of those skills. MPG 3 (Math Placement Group 3) is a prerequisite for all quantitative reasoning courses. See the appropriate departmental page(s) in this catalog 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. For majors that allow both options, please note that students must choose either the Liberal Arts Foundation waiver or the Language waiver. The two waiver options cannot be combined for a student. 70 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 the Bachelor of Science/LAF Waiver:              Actuarial Science (St. Thomas) Biology Biopsychology Chemistry Elementary Education Exercise Science Health Education (teaching licensure only) Mathematical Economics Mathematics Music Therapy Nursing Physical Education (teaching licensure only) Physics Bachelor of Science/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:          Actuarial Science (St. Thomas) Biology Biopsychology Chemistry Mathematical Economics Mathematics Music Therapy Nursing Physics 71 Majors and Minors Majors, or concentrations of study, may be within one department, within one division, or may cross academic disciplines. Students are required to declare a major upon completion of 48 semester credits, and earlier in some disciplines. Details of majors and minors are in the departmental pages of this catalog. Unless otherwise indicated, majors are part of the Bachelor of Arts degree. Students are not required to complete a minor for graduation. Minors completed after a bachelor’s degree is awarded are noted on the transcript. Below is a complete list of majors, minors, and emphases. Listings that are in bold type are offered through both the Day Program and the Adult Undergraduate (AU) program. Students are encouraged to discuss scheduling rotation of major courses with their faculty advisors. Majors and Areas of Emphasis Accounting American Indian Studies Art Art History Studio Art Graphic Design Biology (BA or BS) Life Sciences (BA) Biopsychology (BS) Business Administration Economics/Business Administration Music Business Chemistry (BA or BS) Communication Studies Computer Science (BA or BS) Computational Economics (BA) Computational Philosophy (BA) Economics Applied Economics Computational Economics Economics Economics/Business Administration Economics/Political Science (teacher licensure major) Mathematical Economics (BS) Education Education Studies (non-licensure) Elementary Education Studies (non-licensure) Kindergarten-Elementary (BA or BS- licensure) K-12 English as a Second Language Special Education: Academic Behavioral Strategist Secondary (non-major, licensure only) English Communication Arts/Literature (teacher licensure major) Creative Writing Literature, Language, and Theory Environmental Studies Exercise Science (BA or BS) Film Finance Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies Global Women’s and Gender Studies Sexuality Studies Health Education (BA or BS) History Interdisciplinary Studies International Business International Relations International Business Concentration Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies Cross-Cultural Studies French German Spanish Management Management Information Systems Marketing Mathematics (BA or BS) Medieval Studies Music Music (BA) Music Business (BA) Music Education (BM) Music Performance (BM) Music Therapy (BS) New Media Promotional Communication Game Design Web Design Nursing (BS-Evening program offered through AU only) Philosophy Computational Philosophy Physical Education (BA or BS) 72 Physics (BA or BS) Biophysics (BS) Space Physics (BS) Political Science Political Science/Economics (teacher licensure major) Pre-Law Public Policy and Political Change Psychology Psychology and Law Clinical Psychology Social Psychology Religion Theology and Public Leadership Social Work (BS) Sociology Student-Designed Major Theater Design/Technical Directing/Dramaturgy/Playwriting Performance Urban Studies Minors Accounting American Indian Studies Art Architecture Art History Graphic Design Studio Art Biology Business Administration Business Minor for Science Majors Chemistry Communication Studies Computer Science Culture and Social Justice Economics English Literature, Language, and Theory Writing Creative Writing Environmental Studies Film Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies Global Women’s and Gender Studies Sexuality Studies Health Education History International Business International Relations Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies French German Spanish Leadership Studies Management Information Systems Business Analytics Marketing Mathematics Statistics Medieval Studies Music Music Business New Media Peace and Global Studies Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science Pre-Law Public Policy and Political Change Psychology Religion Social Welfare Sociology Special Education Theater Musical Theater Urban Studies Youth Studies 73 Student-Designed Major Students may design their own major with the assistance and approval of three advisors from relevant fields and subsequent final approval by the Augsburg University 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 advisors, 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 advisors from relevant fields, who together constitute the Review Team. All advisors 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 advisors’ signatures and supporting letters represent their approval of the program, including the capstone course, and their commitment to oversee the student’s progress. 2. Develop a student-designed major program proposal that includes:  A statement of learning goals and objectives  A list of proposed courses (minimum of 36 semester credits, 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 an academic 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 Clair & Gladys Strommen Center for Meaningful Work 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.  A description of the student-designed major capstone to be taken some time during the senior year. The student should devise the capstone in consultation with advisors. 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 advisors must specifically address the rationale for the proposed capstone in his or her supporting letter, though approval of the student-designed major program by all advisors presumes their approval of the capstone course.  Submit the completed proposal and supporting documentation to the Office of Academic Affairs. 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 University catalog. Students who design their own majors will meet with their advisors 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 advisor approval. ACTC Majors Full-time Day students may 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 Registrar’s Office. This form must list all ACTC courses required and be signed by the ACTC school advisor. Some majors may not be available or may have a competitive application process with acceptance determined by the major department. 74 Students choosing an ACTC major will need to work with an advisor at the other campus to plan course schedules so that the student is making progress towards the degree. Students should know that registration for ACTC courses can be limited and are advised to submit registration materials at the earliest possible time. 75 Pre-Professional Programs Students who plan to enter the fields of law, medicine, dentistry, ministry, veterinary science, or pharmacy 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 advisor is available in each field to assist students in their planning. In addition, the Undergraduate Research and Graduate Opportunities (URGO) office includes a Health Science Advisor who works directly with students pursuing health care fields. 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. List of Pre-Professional Programs  Pre-Health Science o See Biology Departmental page  Pre-Law o Students considering a career in law should examine the handbook published by the Association of American Law Schools. Pre-law students major in disciplines of their own choosing; most law school entrance requirements will be satisfied with a record of solid achievement coupled with an acceptable Law School Admission Test (LSAT) score.  Pre-Pharmacy o 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, 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 o 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 RLN 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 Bernhard Christensen Center for Vocation provides resources and support, including scholarship opportunities, for students considering seminary. 76 Academic Organization and Departments As a liberal arts institution, Augsburg University 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. Degrees Offered Augsburg offers the following undergraduate degrees:    Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Science Faculty The heart of any educational institution is its faculty. Augsburg University 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 advisors and participate regularly in campus activities. Every incoming student is assigned both a faculty and staff academic advisor. In this close interaction, faculty act as mentors for students, and the staff advisor primarily guides course planning. Course Descriptions Course descriptions offer a brief summary of the subject matter to aid students in planning a program. Course descriptions can be found at our Course Description Search. A syllabus containing a more detailed explanation of content, approach, requirements, and evaluations for a particular course can be obtained from the instructor. Internships and Independent Studies Every department offers opportunities for internships and independent study. The course description and process for registering for credit is normally the same for each department. Some departments have additional requirements that are noted in the course description. Interdisciplinary internships are also available. Internships 198 – Internship/On-campus 199 - Internship/Off-campus (4 credits) 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 Strommen Center regarding requirements and permission to register. 396 - Internship/On-campus (4 credits) 397 - Internship/Off-campus (2 credits) 398 - Internship/On-campus (2 credits) 77 399 - Internship/Off-campus (4 credits) 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 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. 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. Approval must be secured in writing from the instructor and the department chairperson before the term in which the study is undertaken. Academic Year All Augsburg programs follow the semester calendar with fall, spring, and summer semester lengths ranging from 14-16 weeks. In Augsburg’s Day Program full-time students normally take 16 credits per semester. Day Program students are able to take courses from the other four Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities during fall or spring semester. Adult Undergraduate (AU) classes typically meet on the same night of the week, Monday through Thursday for threeand-a-half hours, on an alternating bi-weekly schedule. The alternating weeks of the semester are labeled “Maroon,” and “Silver.” Online and out-of-class work occurs during the non-class meeting week. Students may take up to 19 credits per semester. Rochester (ROCH) campus classes are held on weekday evenings and meet alternate weeks. There are seven to eight class sessions supplemented by online instruction each semester with each class meeting for 3.5 to 4 hours. Students may take up to 19 credits per semester. Courses and majors offered through AU/ROCH are equivalent to their Day Program counterparts. However, the curriculum is limited to selected liberal arts courses and majors. Course Offerings In general, most courses are offered at least once per year unless otherwise indicated. Since some courses are offered alternate years, it is important that the student review major requirements and course offerings with an advisor to ensure that all requirements can be met. Note: Not all courses are offered in all programs. Refer to AugNet Records and Registration for information on when specific courses are offered. Credit Hour Definition Augsburg’s credit hour policy follows the federal guidelines in defining a semester credit hour as one fifty-minute period of instruction and 100 minutes of out-of-class work per week for fifteen weeks, or the equivalent amount of student work completed over a different time frame or via a different delivery method. 78 Numbering Courses numbered 100 -299 are classified as lower division. 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 online Course Description Search as prerequisites. While it is not recommended, 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. Effective Writing (ENL111) and math placement prerequisites cannot be waived by the instructor. Students may be dropped from a course they have registered for if they do not earn a satisfactory grade in the prerequisite for that course in the preceding semester. Divisions and Departments The University 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, Film, and New Media, English, History, Languages and CrossCultural Studies, Music, Philosophy, Religion, Theater, Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies, University librarians. Natural and Social Sciences Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Mathematics, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology. Professional Studies Business Administration, Education, Health, Physical Education and Exercise Science, Nursing, Social Work. Full explanation of departments and academic programs including major/minor requirements, graduation skills, and other academic information is provided in the following pages, alphabetically by department. 79 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. Faculty Eric Buffalohead (Chair), Elise Marubbio, Joaquin Munoz, Dale Weston, Vinodh Kutty, Sophia Jacobson Degree and Major Requirements American Indian Studies Major Nine 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 RLN 370 - American Indian Spirituality and Philosophical Thought In addition, students must complete four electives. At least four of the courses toward the major must be upper division. Elective course options: AIS 208 - Native American Women and Film AIS 233 - Women: A Cross-Cultural Perspective AIS 264 - American Indian in the Cinema AIS 299 - Directed Study AIS 305 - Indigenous Issues of the Americas AIS 320 - American Indian Women AIS 332 - Native American Storytelling AIS 364 - Indigenous Filmmakers AIS 396 - Internship AIS 399 - Internship AIS 408 - Native American Women and Film AIS 405 - Indigenous Activism and Resistance in the Americas AIS 490 - Indigenous Issues of the Americas AIS 495 - Topics AIS 498 - Independent Study/Research AIS 499 - Independent Study ART290 - Native American Art ENL255 - American Indian Literature ENL355 - Themes in American Indian Literature OJB111 - Beginning Ojibwe I OJB112 - Beginning Ojibwe II *AIS Majors may complete the Keystone requirement either by taking AIS 490 (travel seminar), AIS 405, KEY 490 or another approved keystone course. 80 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 graduation skill in Quantitative Reasoning (QR) is met by GST 200, MAT 163, MAT 164, or PHI 230. Transfer students must consult an advisor about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. American Indian Studies Minor Five courses including AIS 105. At least two courses must be upper division. For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. 81 Art Art is essential. It teaches us to see, claim beauty, make sense of pain, explore the world, and express ourselves. At Augsburg University, inspiration and creativity flourish with diversity. A solid foundation of drawing, design, and history is balanced with the development of technical skills, critical thinking, and creative exploration in a range of media, including graphic design, drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, sculpture, photography, hand papermaking, book arts, art history, architecture, and digital media. Through experiential learning and critical engagement, we foster understanding of and respect for the crucial contributions of art to society. We are a small campus in the heart of a major metropolitan area with an innovative faculty. Our classrooms extend into the city creating opportunities for community engagement and real-life experiences. On-campus galleries showcase student and professional artwork. Nearby museums, galleries, studio visits, and guest artists provide art in real time. Service learning, internships, and study abroad are integral to our program. We reach nearly 1,000 students a year from all disciplines, and graduate 15-20 majors annually with Bachelor of Arts degrees in art history, graphic design, studio art, and art education. Minors in studio art, art history, graphic design, and architecture provide additional opportunities for specialization. For more than half a century, students have been earning degrees in art and art history at Augsburg University. We’re excited to be here in the center of the city. You will be, too. Art Faculty Kristin M. Anderson, Christopher Houltberg, Daniel Ibarra, Robert K. Tom Degree and Major Requirements Note: All studio courses require 3-6 work hours per week outside of class sessions. Most studio courses have lab fees. Graduation Skills The Critical Thinking (CT), Writing (W) and Speaking (S) graduation skills are embedded throughout the offered courses and is met by completing the majors. Quantitative Reasoning (QR) requirement is met by completing one of the following courses: GST 200, MAT 111, MAT 145, MAT 146, MAT 163, PHI 230, or PHY 119. Studio Art Major Majors should begin their programs with the required studio arts foundations: ART 102 - Design ART 107 - Drawing One course in two-dimensional art from: ART 118 - Painting I ART 201 - Introduction to Graphic Design ART 223 - Print Making I ART 257 - 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 Three courses in art history including: ART 240 - Art History Survey 82 Two additional upper division art history courses from: ART 349 - The Designed Environment ART 352 - Women and Art ART 382 - Scandinavian Arts ART 385 - Prehistoric and Ancient Art ART 386 - Medieval Art ART 387 - Renaissance and Baroque Art ART 388 - Modern Art ART 389 - American Art ART 390 - Native American Art Portfolio and Exhibition/Project: ART 305 - Mid-Program Portfolio Review ART 405 - Senior Exhibition/Project and Review Studio majors must participate in a group exhibition and review in their junior year, followed by a solo or two-person show with a faculty review in their senior year, and the annual senior group exhibition. Art 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. Majors should begin their programs with the required studio arts foundations: ART 102 - Design ART 107 - Drawing One course in painting from: ART 118 - Painting I ART 257 - Watercolor Painting I One course in three-dimensional art from: ART 221 - Sculpture I ART 250 - Ceramics I One course in graphic arts from: ART 132 - Photography I ART 223 - Print Making I One course in fibers: ART 280 - Hand Papermaking and Book Arts I One course in computer design from: ART 201 - Introduction to Graphic Design ART 202 - Typography Two second-level courses in two different disciplines Three courses in art history including: ART 240 - Art History Survey Two additional upper division art history courses from: ART 349 - The Designed Environment ART 352 - Women and Art ART 382 - Scandinavian Arts ART 385 - Prehistoric and Ancient Art ART 386 - Medieval Art 83 ART 387 - Renaissance and Baroque Art ART 388 - Modern Art ART 389 - American Art ART 390 - Native American Art Portfolio and Exhibition/Project: ART 305 - Mid-Program Portfolio Review ART 405 - Senior Exhibition/Project and Review Studio majors must participate in a group exhibition and review in their junior year, followed by a solo or two-person show with a faculty review in their senior year, and the annual senior group exhibition. Graphic Design Major The following skill and workshop courses: ART 124 - Graphic Design Production: InDesign ART 125 - Graphic Design Production: Illustrator ART 126 - Graphic Design Production: Photoshop ART 127 - Graphic Design Production: HTML/CSS ART 226 - Artist Workshop The following core courses: ART 133 - Introduction to Digital Photography ART 201 - Introduction to Graphic Design ART 202 - Typography ART 240 - Art History Survey ART 315 - Graphic Systems ART 324 - Design Studio I ART 326 - Design Studio II ART 424 - Advanced Design Studio III ART 425 - Advanced Design Studio IV One of the following courses in drawing: ART 107 - Drawing ART 122 - Plein Air Sketching I One of the following courses in three-dimensional art form: ART 105 - Introduction to Architectural Drawing ART 221 - Sculpture I ART 250 - Ceramics I ART 280 - Hand Papermaking and Book Arts I One of the following courses in art history: ART 349 - The Designed Environment ART 352 - Women and Art ART 382 - Scandinavian Arts ART 385 - Prehistoric and Ancient Art ART 386 - Medieval Art ART 387 - Renaissance and Baroque Art ART 388 - Modern Art ART 389 - American Art ART 390 - Native American Art One elective ART course (4 credits): Any other ART course not listed above Portfolio and Exhibition/Project: 84 ART 305 - Mid-Program Portfolio Review ART 405 - Senior Exhibition/Project and Review Art History Major Eight art history or architectural history courses including: ART 240 - Art History Survey ART 388 - Modern Art Six other art history or architectural history courses Two studio courses: ART 102 - Design or ART 107 - Drawing ART 118 - Painting I or ART 221 - Sculpture I Portfolio and Exhibition/Project: ART 305 - Mid-Program Portfolio Review ART 405 - Senior Exhibition/Project and Review Art History majors must participate in a group exhibition and review in their junior year, followed by creating and curating a research-based exhibition with faculty review in their senior year. Double Major Students planning a double major in studio art and art history or a major/minor combination should meet with a department advisor 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 the highest 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. Architecture Minor Five courses including: ART 105 - Introduction to Architectural Drawing ART 210 - Drawing for Design in Architecture ART 243 - History of Architecture to 1750 ART 244 - History of Architecture after 1750 ART 249/349 - The Designed Environment Art History Minor Five art history courses including ART 240 - Art History Survey. Graphic Design Minor The following skill courses: ART 124 - Graphic Design Production: InDesign ART 125 - Graphic Design Production: Illustrator ART 126 - Graphic Design Production: Photoshop ART 127 - Graphic Design Production: HTML/CSS The following core courses: ART 107 - Drawing or ART 122 - Plein Air Sketching I ART 201 - Introduction to Graphic Design ART 202 - Typography ART 315 - Graphic Systems 85 ART 324 - Design Studio I Studio Art Minor Five courses including: ART 107 - Drawing ART 240 – Art History Survey Three additional studio courses. For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. 86 Biology From transgenic crops to emerging diseases to being a member of the human species, biology affects – literally – every part of your life. Because biology is such a broad field, the biology program at Augsburg emphasizes integration across many sub-disciplines, including molecular, cellular, organismal, evolutionary, and ecological biology. Additionally, the biology program at Augsburg coordinates with the mathematics, chemistry, and physics programs to ensure that our students acquire the necessary knowledge to fully understand biological phenomena. Augsburg’s Biology program is designed to provide students with the opportunities to (1) understand the fundamental knowledge of the discipline, (2) know how scientific knowledge is generated and disseminated, (3) effectively communicate scientific information in written and oral forms, (4) be proficient in common biological lab techniques, and (5) demonstrate professionalism in the sciences. Additionally, Augsburg has a strong commitment to undergraduate research, both on and off campus. There are a variety of opportunities to work on research projects with Biology faculty and subsequently present your research at regional, national, and international meetings. Graduates of our Biology program follow many different paths. Most of our graduates use their undergraduate major in Biology as a springboard for further study. Augsburg graduates have gone on to graduate studies leading to careers in post-secondary teaching, basic and applied research, and public health or have entered professional programs in medicine, veterinary medicine, and dentistry. In addition, many of our students go directly into the workforce as laboratory technologists and teachers. Biology Faculty Matthew Beckman (Chair), Jennifer Bankers-Fulbright, William Capman, David Crowe, Dale Pederson, Emily Schilling Degree and Major Requirements Students may choose one of the following degree options: Bachelor of Arts in biology, Bachelor of Science in biology, or Bachelor of Arts in life sciences. Bachelor of Arts in Biology The total number of required courses in the department is nine courses. There are additional required supporting courses that must be taken in other disciplines. BIO 151 - Introductory Biology BIO 152 - Evolution, Ecology, and Diversity BIO 253 - Introductory Cellular Biology BIO 255 - Genetics MAT 114 - Precalculus or MAT 145 - Calculus I or MAT 163 - Introductory Statistics or MAT 164 – Introductory Statistics for STEM or PSY 215 - Research Methods and Statistics I CHM 115 - General Chemistry I CHM 116 - General Chemistry II PHY 116 - Introduction to Physics or PHY 107, 108 - College Physics I, II or PHY 121, 122 - General Physics I, II BIO 490 - Biology Keystone or SCI 490 - Integrated Science or HON 490 - Honors Senior Seminar or another keystone with departmental approval 87 Five upper division electives, at least one of which must be BIO 361, BIO 440, or BIO 481. Students may take two different BIO485 courses in place of one upper division elective: BIO 351 - Invertebrate Zoology BIO 353 - Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy BIO 361 - Plant Biology BIO 369 - Biochemistry BIO 440 - Plant Physiology BIO 471 - Advanced Cellular and Molecular Biology BIO 473 - Animal Physiology BIO 474 - Developmental Biology BIO 475 - Neurobiology BIO 476 - Microbiology BIO 481 - Ecology BIO 485 - Advanced Topics in Biology BIO 486 - Immunology BIO 495 - Special Topics in Biology PHY 317 - Biophysics Bachelor of Science in Biology The total number of required courses in the department is nine courses. There are additional required supporting courses that must be taken in other disciplines. BIO 151 - Introductory Biology BIO 152 - Evolution, Ecology and Diversity BIO 253 - Introductory Cellular Biology BIO 255 - Genetics CHM 115 - General Chemistry I CHM 116 - General Chemistry II CHM 351 - Organic Chemistry I CHM 352 - Organic Chemistry II PHY 121, 122 - General Physics I, II or PHY 107, 108 - College Physics I, II MAT 145 - Calculus I MAT 146 - Calculus II BIO 490 - Biology Keystone or SCI 490 - Integrated Science or HON 490 - Honors Senior Seminar or another keystone with departmental approval Five upper division electives, at least one of which must be BIO 361, BIO 440, or BIO 481. Students may take two different BIO485 courses in place of one upper division elective: BIO 351 - Invertebrate Zoology BIO 353 - Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy BIO 361 - Plant Biology BIO 369 - Biochemistry BIO 440 - Plant Physiology BIO 471 - Advanced Cellular and Molecular Biology BIO 473 - Animal Physiology BIO 474 - Developmental Biology BIO 475 - Neurobiology BIO 476 - Microbiology BIO 481 - Ecology 88 BIO 485 - Advanced Topics in Biology BIO 486 - Immunology BIO 495 - Special Topics in Biology PHY 317 - Biophysics General Education Accommodation 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 Life Sciences This major is appropriate for students also seeking secondary teaching licensure in biology. BIO 151 - Introductory Biology BIO 152 - Evolution, Ecology, and Diversity BIO 253 - Introductory Cellular Biology BIO 255 - Genetics MAT 114 - Precalculus or MAT 145 - Calculus I or MAT 163 - Introductory Statistics or MAT 164 - Introductory Statistics for STEM or PSY 215 - Research Methods and Statistics I CHM 115 - General Chemistry I CHM 116 - General Chemistry II PHY 116 - Introduction to Physics or PHY 107, 108 - College Physics I, II or PHY 121, 122 - General Physics I, II BIO 490 - Biology Keystone or SCI 490 - Integrated Science or HON 490 - Honors Senior Seminar or another keystone with departmental approval Two science courses from the following: PHY 101 - Astronomy SCI 106 - Introductory Meteorology An introductory geology course Four upper division electives, at least one of which must be BIO 361, BIO 440, or BIO 481: BIO 351 - Invertebrate Zoology BIO 353 - Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy BIO 361 - Plant Biology BIO 369 - Biochemistry BIO 440 - Plant Physiology BIO 471 - Advanced Cellular and Molecular Biology BIO 473 - Animal Physiology BIO 474 - Developmental Biology BIO 475 - Neurobiology BIO 476 - Microbiology BIO 481 - Ecology BIO 486 - Immunology BIO 495 - Special Topics in Biology PHY 317 - Biophysics 89 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 115 (preferred) or COM 111 or HON 130. Transfer students must consult an advisor about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill each of these skills. Transfer course policy for majors and minors 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 (C- or above) within the last 10 years will be considered. At least four upper division electives must be completed in residence (at Augsburg University). Some students take a 2 semester sequence of human anatomy and physiology either out of interest or to meet a prerequisite for Physician Assistant or other programs. The Biology Department accepts the 2 semester sequence of Human Anatomy and Physiology from several colleges as a replacement for 1 of the upper division electives, without written approval. Consult with a Biology Department advisor to learn which anatomy and physiology courses at other colleges are accepted. Custom Biology Programs Students who have completed BIO 151, 152, 253, 255 and at least one upper division elective may, in consultation with their advisor, seek approval from the department to complete major requirements with as many as four upper division courses from other institutions. Departmental Honors The awarding of Departmental Honors recognizes a student’s outstanding achievement(s) in the Biology Major. Only students who have a major GPA of 3.5 or higher and an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher may earn Departmental Honors by successfully completing one of the following: 1. Continuation of a summer or academic year biology research internship via successful completion of BIO 297, BIO 399, BIO 497, BIO 499 or HON 499. Before registering for one of these options, students must submit a formal letter of intent to an Honors Committee of three biology faculty (to be determined by the mentor and student) at least 2 weeks prior to the registration deadline. This formal letter of intent will be composed of no more than one page of text providing the following: (1) Title of project; (2) abstract describing the project with special focus given to the questions that will be addressed, the methods to be used and the expected outcomes; (3) name and signature (with date) of your faculty advisor; and (4) list of the three Biology Department faculty who have agreed to serve as your Honors Committee. A decision whether or not to approve registration will be made by the Honors Committee within one week of submission. Successful completion of the Honors process requires a public presentation of your research and a written report in the style of a typical peer-reviewed biological discipline journal article. The written report will be accepted or rejected by the Honors Committee within 2 weeks of submission. Although there is no formal deadline for the submission of the final paper it is advised that the student and committee establish a date for submission, typically no later than March 15, at the time of the proposal submission so that successful recipients of departmental honors can be recognized during graduation ceremonies. 2. Selection for, participation in, and completion of the Mayo Innovation Scholars Program (including the final presentation). 3. Scoring above the national 90th percentile on the ETS Major Field Test in Biology. Minor A course sequence in general chemistry and five biology courses including BIO 151, 152, and three additional BIO courses (200 level or above). The majority of courses in biology must be taken at Augsburg University. 90 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 advisor in the biology department. In order to complete all major requirements in four years, BIO 151 and 152 and General Chemistry should be taken in the first year, and BIO 253, BIO 255 and Organic Chemistry (when appropriate) in the second year. Students should complete their math requirements early in their academic careers. Students must earn a minimum grade of D and an average grade of C- in BIO 151 and 152. Supporting course requirements in chemistry, mathematics, physics, and communication must be satisfied with a grade of C- or higher to satisfy either major or prerequisite requirements. A grade of C- or higher is required in BIO 253 and BIO 255 in order to fulfill major requirements and to fulfill the prerequisite requirements of several upper division biology electives. A grade of C- or higher must be earned in all upper division biology courses applied toward meeting the requirements of a major. All biology courses applied toward the major must be traditionally graded. A GPA of 2.5 in biology courses is required for the life science major. *Students completing majors in biology or life science will be required to take the ETS Major Field Test in Biology during their final year of the program. The exam will appear on the graduation checklist. Biology for Health Sciences 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, the pre-medical curriculum includes a year each of biology, general chemistry, organic chemistry, calculus and physics. Courses in biochemistry, statistics, advanced biology, and social and behavioral sciences are also important preparation for the MR5 Medical College Admissions Exam. 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 advisors Catherina Kipper, Dixie Shafer, Dale Pederson, and Kelsey Richardson-Blackwell. Graduate Training in Biology Graduate programs in biological fields typically require two semesters of general chemistry, organic chemistry, calculus, and physics. Also required is extensive involvement in faculty-student research through URGO, McNair and other research opportunities which satisfy the Augsburg Experience. Student also participate in research off campus through internships and summer research experiences. Careful consultation with a biology advisor 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 only if BIO 476 Microbiology and BIO 481 Ecology are selected as two of the upper division electives. The state requirements may be subject to change after the publication of this catalog. Students should therefore 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 a GPA 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 students who have completed at least three semester courses in Biology, including at least one 200-level or higher biology course at Augsburg University. Students must have a GPA of 3.0 in biology. 91 Cooperative Education and Service-Learning The department works with the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work in identifying and defining cooperative education experiences in laboratories and other settings in the Twin Cities. For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. 92 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). Degree and Major Requirements Major Thirteen Courses: BIO 151 - Introductory Biology BIO 152 - Ecology, Evolution and Diversity BIO 253 - Introductory Cellular Biology BIO 475 - Neurobiology PSY 105 - Principles of Psychology PSY 215 - Research Methods and Statistics I PSY 315 - Research Methods and Statistics II PSY 355 - Biopsychology Two Psychology electives from the following: PSY 299 - Directed Study (Research in Biopsychology) or PSY 360 - Psychology Laboratory (two semesters) PSY 354 - Cognitive Psychology PSY 391 - Individual Differences PSY 410 - Clinical Neuropsychology PSY 491 - Advanced Research Seminar PSYC 322 - Sensation and Perception (St. Thomas) PSYC 407 - Seminar in Behavioral Neuroscience (St. Thomas) PSYC 378 - Psychology of Language (Macalester) PSYC 486 - Seminar in Neuropharmacology (Macalester) Two Biology electives from the following: BIO 255 - Genetics BIO 369 - Biochemistry BIO 471 - Advanced Cell and Molecular Biology BIO 473 - Animal Physiology BIO 495 - Special Topics in Biology: Animal Behavior (this topic only) BIOL 356 - Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience (Macalester) PHY 317 - Biophysics Keystone (one required): 93 BIO 490 - Biology Keystone PSY 400 - Keystone Internship SCI 490 - Integrated Science Note: Students will need to take the CHM 115/116 sequence to complete the biology courses. A minimum of five courses must be from Augsburg. 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 115. Transfer students must consult an advisor about potential adjustments to their course requirements to fulfill these skills. Other Requirements An average grade of C-, with no grade below a D is required for BIO 151 and 152. A grade of C- or above is required for all courses (200 level and above) applied to the major. 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 (C- 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. Biopsychology Honors GPA of 3.5 in the major, and 3.3 overall. Students must complete a high-quality research project, approved and evaluated by three members of the Biopsychology faculty. Formal application must be made no later than the junior year. For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. 94 Department of Business Administration 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 Jeanne Boeh (Chair), John C. Cerrito, David A. Conrad, George F. Dierberger, Marc D. Isaacson, Phyllis Kapetanakis, Won Yong Kim, Jayoung Koo, Lori L. Lohman, Marc C. McIntosh, Milo A. Schield, Peter J. Stark General Requirements Majors The Department of Business Administration offers seven majors: Business Administration (Music Business Specialization), Accounting, Finance, International Business, Management, Management Information Systems, and Marketing. There is also a combined Business and Economics major, which incorporates courses from both the Departments of Business Administration and Economics. 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. The Department of Business Administration offers eight minors: Business Administration (for non-business majors only), Business Analytics, Business Minor for Science Majors, International Business, Music Business, Accounting, Management Information Systems, and Marketing. 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. Transfer courses taken more than 10 years ago will not be accepted. Business courses (ACC, BUS, FIN, MIS, MKT) taken at Augsburg more than 10 years ago will not be applied toward a major unless approved by a faculty member in the student's designated major area. Suitable intervening work experience will also be considered. Advising Students who plan to pursue any of our business majors are strongly encouraged to select a departmental advisor who teaches in their major. This should be done by the end of sophomore year at the latest. In addition to advising, departmental faculty can counsel students on their careers, assist in obtaining internships or jobs, and provide letters of recommendation for prospective employers or graduate programs. The Business Administrator is also available for advising questions relating to degree progress, course selection, and international courses abroad. Departmental Honors To complete departmental honors in the Department of Business Administration, students need to consult with the Department Chair. Students need to apply to the department and start the process during their junior year. Students will also have the opportunity to obtain the honorific of Scholar of Distinction, another method of earning departmental honors, by scoring in the top 10% on the Major Field Test, a comprehensive assessment given during the senior year. Please contact the Department Chair(s) for more specific information. 95 Internships Students are strongly encouraged to work with the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work and department faculty to obtain an internship during their junior or senior year. Internships can provide students with experience that may be valuable in competing for jobs after graduation. Faculty advisors should be consulted about internships. The department offers an internship course which can be taken for 2.0 or 4.0 credits (BUS 397/399). This course aids students in finding an internship placement within an organization which supports their major and provides direction and support. Study Abroad The Department of Business Administration faculty actively support international study. For additional details, see the section on Special Academic Programs: Study Abroad and Study Away in this catalog, or consult the Department Chair and/or Departmental Administrator for international business courses or other overseas opportunities. P/N Grades Students may apply no more than 8 semester credits with P grades toward a major and no more than 4 semester credits with a P grade toward a minor. Please refer to the Graduation section of this catalog for specific details regarding P/N grades. Business Core Requirements* *The exceptions are the Business/Economics major and the Business Music major. Thirteen courses including: ACC 221 - Introduction to Financial Accounting ACC 222 - Introduction to Managerial Accounting BUS 200 - Exploring Business as a Vocation or BUS 242 - Principles of Management BUS 301 - Business Law BUS 362 - International Business ECO 112 - Principles of Macroeconomics ECO 113 - Principles of Microeconomics FIN 331 - Financial Management MIS 260 - Problem Solving for Business MIS 264 - Statistical Literacy for Managers or MIS 379* - Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics *MIS 379 is required for Accounting and Finance majors MKT 252 - Principles of Marketing One of the following: MAT 110 - Finite Mathematics MAT 111 - Mathematics in Society MAT 114 - Precalculus MAT 145 - Calculus I MAT 146 - Calculus II MAT 171* - Discrete Mathematics for Computing *MAT 171 is required for Management Information Systems majors MAT 173 - Mathematics of Finance MAT 273 - Statistical Modeling One of the following: COM 111 - Public Speaking COM 112 - Contest Public Speaking COM 115 - Scientific and Technical Public Speaking 96 ENL 240 - Introduction to Literary Study ENL 241 - Introduction to Cinema Art ENL 250 - American Voices ENL 251 - Introduction to African American Literature ENL 255 - American Indian Literature ENL 260 - Authors ENL 270 - Themes ENL 280 - Genres ENL 290 - Explorations in Language and Theory ENL 291 - Thailand: Teaching ESL HIS 102 - The Shaping of Western Civilization HIS 103 - The Modern World HIS 282 - The History of Women Since 1848 Further explanation of the above:   The mathematics requirement is fulfilled by any MAT course numbered 110 and above with LAF status (excluding MAT 137, MAT 138, MAT 163, MAT 164, and MAT 287). The communication requirement is fulfilled by courses identified for writing and speaking with Humanities LAF status. For a complete list of courses and descriptions, see the Course Description Search. 97 Business Administration The major in Business Administration prepares students for professional careers in business administration or for graduate studies. Within this area, there is one specialization available to Day students called Music Business and another option available to both Day and AU students called the Combined Business and Economics major. These two areas provide 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. These majors involve substantial courses from outside the Department. The major requirements for these majors are shown below. Degree and Major Requirements Business Administration Major with a Specialization in Music Business Six 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* FIN 331 - Financial Management MIS 260 - Problem Solving for Business MKT 252 - Principles of Marketing Two allied requirements in economics: ECO 112 - Principles of Macroeconomics ECO 113 - Principles of Microeconomics 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 Courses: MUS 205 – Legal Issues in Music, Entertainment, and the Arts MUS 335 – Music Business MUS 336 - Arts Management and Concert Promotion MUS/BUS 399 - Internship MUS 162 – Entrepreneurship for Creative Businesses** MUS 408 – Current and Future Issues in the Music Industry** **Students may substitute 4 credits of business elective (chosen in consultation with the faculty adviser) in place of MUS162 and MUS408 12 elective credits in MUS or 8 semester credits in MUS credits and 4 semester credits in MUE (8 credits must be in residence at Augsburg), selected from: MUS 113 - Music Theory and Aural Skills I MUS 114 - Music Theory and Aural Skills II MUS 130 - Introduction to Music in the Fine Arts MUS 220 - Worlds of Music MUS 241 - History of Jazz (other MUS courses as approved by advisor) *Music Business majors may substitute BUS 254 in place of BUS 242 or 200. 98 Graduation Skills Graduation skills in Critical Thinking (CT), Speaking (S), and Writing (W) are embedded throughout the offered courses. The Quantitative Reasoning (QR) graduation skill is met by completing two courses: MIS 260 (QF) and either MIS 264 or MIS 379 (QA). Transfer students must consult an advisor 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. Combined Major in Business Administration and Economics Eleven 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 MKT 252 - Principles of Marketing MIS 379 - Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics or FIN 331 - Financial Management One other upper division BUS, ACC, FIN, MIS, or MKT course ECO 112 - Principles of Macroeconomics ECO 113 - Principles of Microeconomics ECO 312 - Intermediate Macroeconomics ECO 313 - Intermediate Microeconomics One other upper division ECO course 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 combined major in Business Administration and Economics. The Quantitative Reasoning (QR) graduation skill is met by completing: ECO 112 or 113 (QF) and either MIS 379, ECO 318, or ECO490 (QA). Transfer students must consult an advisor 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. Minor in Business Administration (open to non-business majors only) Six 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 MKT 252 - Principles of Marketing MIS 379 - Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics or MIS 264 - Statistical Literacy for Managers or FIN 331 - Financial Management ECO 112 - Principles of Macroeconomics or ECO 113 - Principles of Microeconomics Other configurations may be permitted with approval of the Department Chair. 99 Business Minor for Science Majors (open only to students majoring in Biology, Biopsychology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology) Six courses including: ACC 221 - Introduction to Financial Accounting BUS 242 - Principles of Management or BUS 200 - Exploring Business as a Vocation or BUS 254 - Entrepreneurship ECO 113 - Principles of Microeconomics MKT 252 - Principles of Marketing PHI 120 - Ethics BUS 399 - Internship or BUS 397 - Internship Minor i