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-Jane Addams
Augsburg College
731 21st A venue South
Minneapolis, MN 5... Show more
MAST.ER
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SOCIAL WORI(
AUGSBURG
COLLEGE
1993
1994
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11rr.
.L he good
we secure for ourselves
is precarious and uncertain ...
until it is secured for all of us
and incorporated into our common life."
-Jane Addams
Augsburg College
731 21st A venue South
Minneapolis, MN 55454
612/330-1307
Introduction to the Master of Social Work Program .............. .4
Curriculum Design ...................................................................... 6
Course Descriptions ..................................................................... 9
Library ......................................................................................... 15
Accreditation and Affiliations .................................................. 15
Student Rights ............................................................................ 16
Admission Requirements .......................................................... 17
Application Procedures ............................................................. 18
Evaluation Standards ................................................................. 20
Academic Policies ....................................................................... 21
Fee and Payment Schedule ....................................................... 22
Financial Aid ............................................................................... 24
About Augsburg ......................................................................... 27
Campus Guide ............................................................................ 28
Campus Location ....................................................................... 29
Faculty and Administration ...................................................... 30
.mntroduction
to the Master
of Social Work
Program Philosophy
The Master of Social Work program at Augsburg College is
based on the following:
..- Understanding of and respect for diverse people and cultures
..- A tradition of excellence in its programs, faculty and students
..- Its metropolitan location which attracts students from diverse
backgrounds
..- Access to many challenging and rewarding field placements
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..- A commitment to educate the whole person
..- A solid foundation in and integration with the liberal arts
..- Responsibility and service to and with the broader
community in the interests of social justice
..- Commitment to oppose oppression
..- A focus on client empowerment
..- Preparation for ethical, competent, professional practice
..- A framework for practice of problem-solving within a
systems perspective.
Dual concerns of the Augsburg Master of Social Work Program
are the delivery of service to families in all their diverse forms
and the planning, development and administration of services.
Social justice is a particular focus throughout the program, while
individuals are recognized as capable of adaptation, growth and
change. Intellectual, physical, spiritual, emotional and psychosocial issues are addressed with clients in relation to their locus,
be they within the individual, the family, the community or the
larger societal systems. Client self-determination, growth and
empowermen t (personal recognition of one's ability, rights and
place in the social change process) are recognized and fostered
through support and education. In the interests of constructive
social change that promotes social justice, students are educated
to address institutional oppression (e.g. , age, gender, race,
disability and religion).
Professional preparation at the Master of Social Work level at
Augsburg is founded on the following assumptions:
.., Analysis and presentation of complex social issues and
solutions must be based on solid research. Augsburg MSW
students will develop competencies to conduct, analyze and
present practice-based research .
.., The world is interdependent in all areas, including human
needs and the services to address them. Students will become
knowledgeable of social welfare policies and programs that
address changing needs of the world community.
Accommodating the Needs of Adult Learners
The Master of Social Work Program is designed to meet the
needs of adult students, (e.g. ,students who are employed, have
family obligations and/or must travel distance to obtain
graduate social work education). Augsburg College takes pride
in its focus on adult learners throughout its programs. TI1e
College is committed to education for experienced working
people. The Weekend College now equals the size of the
traditional day program. The library, student center, computer
center, counseling, parking, food service and many other
support services are open to accommodate students. Faculty
arrange office hours to meet student needs. Inexpensive oncampus accommodations are available for students who travel
to attend the program and wish to stay overnight. Classes meet
during alternate weekends in four hour blocks: Friday evening,
Saturday morning and Saturday afternoon. Students meet one
Sunday afternoon per trimester for a program seminar that
addresses specific professional issues related to ethics.
The MSW Program builds on the liberal arts base of the College
and supports the College's mission statement:
To dt.>velop future leaders of service to the world by providing
high quality educational opportunities wl11'ch are based in tlie
liberal arts and shaped by tlte faith and values of the Christian
Church, by the context of a vital metropolitan setting, and by an
intentionally diverse campus community.
The courses of study include the Core, the Concentration, one
elective and the Thesis seminar. Students must complete 18
courses (twelve, if the Foundation Core is waived). The complete program includes: nine core courses (six Foundation; three
Advanced) seven Concentration-related courses; one elective
and a Master's Thesis Seminar. This includes 900 hours of
professionally supervised, MSW Program-approved social work
field experience.
The Foundation Core begins the Augsburg MSW Program.
These six courses, including 420 hours of MSW Program
approved field work, must be successfully completed prior to
enrollment in the Advanced Core or concentration courses.
These courses may be waived for persons who hold a baccalaureate degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited program.
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The Pre-Concentration Core consists of three courses, which are
required of all students. These courses are the enrry point in the
program for persons with baccalaureate degrees in social work
from institutions accredited by the Council on Social Work
Education.
Concentrations
Concentrations are in two areas: Family Practice and Prognm
Development, Policy and Administration. These concentrations
include six courses beyond the Pre-Concentration Core, including 480 hours of college approved, professionally-supervised
field work. Research II focuses on practice of the concentration.
Family Practice
Family, in its diverse forms, is central to society. ''Pamily,"in this
context, is interpreted broadly as the nurturing system surrounding people. It is inclusive of many areas of need.
As a growing number of family-related challenges face society,
there is an ever-increasing need for professionals who base
their professional practice on in-depth study of the broad
spectrum of issues that confront the family. In the Family
Practice concentration, students will concentrate on promoting
empowerment of the family nurturing systems from a developmental and holistic perspective.
Program Development, Policy and Administration
Social change is necessary for fostering policies and service that
respond to human need. Tile Program Development, Policy, and
Administration concentration has been developed in response to
the growing demand for creative leadership and administration. Effective services require participative development,
competent practitioners, strong leadership and effective
administration. Students following this concentration will
develop the abilities and skills necessary to promote
and achieve needed change, and develop, lead, guide and
administer programs that will serve diverse people in a variety
of settings.
Electives
Students must select a minimum of one elective in their course
of study toward the MSW degree. Students are encouraged to
select other electives to develop special interests.
Master's Thesis and Seminar
The thesis is intended to represent the capstone of the student's
work.
All students complete a Master's thesis based on practice in
their area of concentration. A thesis seminar supports students
in developing their theses.
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ELECTIVES
A SWK 560 TOPICS
CONCENTRATION IN
PROGRAM
DEVELOPMENT, PouCY
& ADMINISTRATION
CONCENTRATION
IN FAMILY PRACTICE
.A. SWK 540 FAMILY PRACI1CE I
• SWK541 FAMILY PRACTICE
... SWK 550 PROCESSES OF PROGRAM
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
II
.A. SWK 551 ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• SWK 542 F AMJLY ThvERSITY
• SWK 543 CREATNE PROBLEM SoLVING
FOR SUPERVISION
... SWK 552 INTER-ORGANIZATIONAL,
COMMUNITY AND POLITICAL RELATIONS
.A. SWK 553 ADVANCED SocIAL POLICY
III AND SWK 524 FIELD WoRK IV
SWK 527 REsEARCH II
A SWK 523 FIELD WORK
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CORE
PRE-CONCENTRATION
A SWK 520 INTRODUCI10N TO FAMILY PRACTICE
• SWK 504 REsEARCH
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A SWK 521 INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT, POLICY AND ADMINISTRATION
FOUNDATION
• SWK 500 HUMAN BEHAVIOR IN THE Soc!AL ENVIRONMENT
A SWK 501 HISTORY OF SocIAL WELFARE POLICY
.A. SWK 502 FIELD WoRK I AND SWK 503 FIELD WoRK II
A SWK 505 METHODS AND SKILLS OF Soc!AL WORK I
.&. swK 506 METHODS AND S1<1LLS OF SocIAL WoRK II
.Dourse Descriptions
Core
Foundation
SWK 500 Human Behavior In The Social Environment
This course provides the knowledge basic to an understanding
of human growth through the life cycle, and of the interplay of
sociocultural, biological, and psychological factors which
influence the growth of individuals and families in contemporary American society. Emphasized is the role of the "nurturing
environment" in relation to human growth, the impact of the
"sustaining environment," and other special stresses relevant to
growth. Growth related to populations and groups which
represent ethnic and/or life-style diversity is a focus. Students
gain self-understanding through use of their own experiences.
SWK 501 History of Social Welfare Policy
This course emphasizes the dynamic nature of social welfare
history and current social systems and social policy as they
relate to all our lives and especially to the lives of clients,
communities and social workers. Comparisons are made
internationally, with a focus on England's influence on early U.S.
"poor law''and social welfare. Special emphasis will be placed
on analyzing the major assumptions, ideas and events which
contributed to the rise of the welfare state and the profession of
social work. The profession's values, ethics and historical
development are also reviewed. Both theoretically and practically, this course enables students to assess the development of
social welfare with an understanding of the influence of social
work and of the development and impact of social policy.
SWK 502 Field Work I
Students select their own field placement from a list of Programapproved agencies.
Beginning supervised professional experience in a social work
setting focuses on interviewing experience and relationship
building. Supportive seminars coordinate integration of theory
and practice, as well as providing the supportive setting for
raising social work practice issues with peers.
SWK 503 Field Work II
Continuing supervised professional experience in the same social
work setting, consecutive to Field Work I, focuses on refining
previous skills and understanding and moving into new tasks.
Initiative and progressively more independent work over time is
supported.
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SWK 505 Methods and Skills of Social Work I
This course identifies basic features of the helping process:
theoretical foundation, principles and techniques of Social
Work intervention. It provides role play and simulation
experience necessary for social work practice with individuals,
families and groups. Throughout the course, work with a
diversity of professional, natural helping networks and client
groups is stressed.
SWK 506 Methods and Skills of Social Work II
This course emphasizes systems and social change through a
focus on community organization, social planning and social
change and their connection to social policy. A focus on group
work continues into the macro setting with task oriented groups.
Other theories and methods appropriate to these macro approaches are studied. Skills are developed using role plays and
actual work with a community group. Throughout, the focus is on
work with diverse groups.
Pre-Concentration
SWK 504 Research I
Research plays an important role in building knowledge for social
work practice. This course provides an overview of methods
commonly used in social science research, in addition to the
ethical and applicability concerns in social work research. Research design is studied using both qualitative and quantitative
approaches. Methods of program evaluation are discussed.
Students have beginning hands-on experience with the use of
computers to analyze data statistically.
SWK 520 Introduction lo Family Practice
Theories and concepts underlying holistic professional social
work practice with families are explored. This course addresses
concepts of families in their diverse forms and function in the
context of the life cycle of their members, family systems theory,
the dual perspective, and stressors which may shape or alter
family development. Ethical issues of professional social work
practice with families are integral to this course.
SWK 521 Introduction to Program Development, Policy and
Administration
Social services are commonly carried out through organizations;
thus social workers are usually members of organizations.
Organizations and the effective functioning of social workers
within them is the focus of this course. With an assumption of
"organizations as communities," an overview of theories of
organizational development, maintenance and communication
are presented. The contributions of diversity in the agencyI
community is an important focus. Social workers' important
roles in agencies, as well as professional, ethical, effective
functioning in organizations are explored.
Concentrations
SWK 523 & 524 Field Work III & IV
The purposes of the Field Support Seminars are (1) to provide
the student opportunities to share experiences from his/her
practice in a confidential setting; (2) to give and get support,
honest feedback, and valid encouragement on issues regarding
field placements, in particular, and social work practice with
families or in administration/program development, in general;
(3) to discuss and help the student integrate theories and
methods from other social work classes into the practice experience; and (4) to promote the development of students' leadership roles in organizations. These seminars accompany the 480
hours of professional supervised field work in the area of
concentration.
SWK 527 Research II
This course offers a practice-oriented exploration of the range of
research methods used in social work, a critique of the role of
research in assessing effectiveness in the social service delivery,
and identification with the responsibility of social workers "to
expand the knowledge base" of social work. Building on the
basic research skills developed in Research I, students actively
adopt the researcher's role in relation to both their current
agency experience and their preferred practice setting. The
course will enable students to use basic statistical methods for
organizing, interpreting and analyzing quantitative data, plus
creative techniques for qualitative data.
Family Practice
SWK 540 Family Practice I
This course builds on content initiated in the Introduction to
Family Practice course, focusing in-depth on the "normal"
developmental crises of the family across the lifespan, and in
relation to the larger environment. Problem-solving methods and
cross-cultural models of practice are studied as well as policies
that affect families and practice.
This course is a prerequisite to SWK 541 Family Practice II and
must be taken prior to or concurrent with SWK 523 Field Work III.
SWK 541 Family Practice II
This course is a continuation of Family Practice I. It further
explores the family as cause and effect in the community in
benefitting from or changing social policy. Students will study
issues for further discussion, culminating in development of their
own service delivery models. Ethical and religious dilemmas (e.g.
abortion, euthanasia) will be raised. Advanced study of family
developmental issues focuses on catastrophic events and on
empowering families and the profession to take leadership in
developing appropriate intervention strategies and policies.
SWK 542 Family Diversity
This course examines the various theories underlying professional practice with families in their many diverse forms. Recognizing that the family is the basic institution through which one
is socialized, this course will also examine how family membership shapes one's understanding and appreciation of ethnicity,
gender roles, sociological script. The course also explores the
impact of policies, discrimination and political, social, and
economic disorder on diverse families.
SWK 543 Creative Problem Solving for Supervision
This course examines how social workers can discover their own
creative abilities in relation to innovation in social work supervision and practice. The course examines the relationship of
creativity and self-esteem. This course also explores ways to help
others, e.g. workers, clients, agencies and communities to
eliminate barriers which inhibit creative responses to problemsolving and practice.
Program Development, Policy and
Administration
SWK 550 Processes of Program Planning and Development
Building on the community organization and research foundation (including needs determination and program evaluation),
the primary processes of program development study in this
course are: techniques of program planning and budgeting,
development of necessary community and larger public support,
identification and mobilization of resources, and funding proposal preparation.
SWK 551 Organizational Development and Administration
The activities and skills necessary for effective program
administration are studied including short- and long-range
planning; leadership; program implementation and management; personnel recruitment, allocation, supervision and
management; social work values and ethics in the workplace;
analysis of financial statements; administrative policy, board
relations and agency policy implementation.
SWK 552 Interorganization, Community and
Political Relations
The development and maintenance of constructive relationships with external organizations in both the public and private
sectors are critical to successful implementation and management of social service programs. An organization's power to
influence social policy is related to such relationships. The
development and maintenance of these relationships so critical
to the provision of services that address community needs, and
the influence of social policy to effect social change are the foci
of this course. Among topics included are: interorganizational
relations, public relations, public information, political activity
and leadership.
SWK 553 Advanced Social Policy
All social workers have impact on the development and
modification of social policy whether intentionally or unconsciously. This course provides an in-depth focus on the development and implementation of social policy at the various
levels of the public and private sectors. The various means by
which social workers can have intentional impact on policymaking and exercise leadership roles is studied. Reading,
seminars and an internship in the policy area are included.
Topics
Topics 560
Topics such as the following are offered for students to choose
as electives:
SWK 560 Old Age: Identifying and addressing creatively, the
physical, psychological and socioeconomic needs of elderly
people, their families and the communities in which they live.
A variety of racial, cultural and life-style perspectives are
studied. Values and ethical considerations which accompany
geriatric knowledge and its technological advances are explore
together with existing and proposed public policies. Methods
of developing and changing social policy related to this population to promote social justice are studied.
SWK 560 Child Welfare: History Policy and Practice. An
overview of child welfare services. Permanency planning and
family-based services are the underlying themes through which
current child welfare policies and practices are examined. The
course will concentrate on ethnically sensitive practice to
address the disproportion of oppressed groups and persons
represented in the child welfare system.
SWK 560 Dual Diagnosis: Mental Health and Substance
Abuse. Focusing on individuals who suffer from both addictive
behaviors and mental health disorders, a broad array of related
topics are considered. The challenges involved with assessment;
comparisons and contrasts; psychopathology and the outcome
of psychoactive substances abuse; management approaches in
the human services delivery system; the effects of and response
to dual diagnosis cross-culturally; and available services are
among topics explored .
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SWK 560 Poverty, Equality and Income Support Policy:
Program and policy issues around poverty, income distribution
and social welfare reform are examined. Among issues explored are equality and income distribution, the changing
composition of the poverty population, causes and politics of
poverty, existing and proposed strategies. Current federal, state
and local approaches as well as new initiatives are studied such
as the social insurance program, child support policies, the
Earned Income Tax Credit concept, etc.
SWK 560 Contemporary Practices in Developmental Disabilities:
The nature of developmental disabilities and services needed
by persons with developmental disabilities and their families
are studied. Current systems of services, legal perspectives,
responsibilities and roles and functions of the various disciplines which provide services are explored.
SWK 560 Social Work with Involuntary Clients: Clients who
are required by legal mandates or other forces to have contact
with social workers and the involuntary transactions therein are
the foci of this course. Social work theory, ethical principles,
research findings and practice skills needed to help involuntary
clients are studied and applied.
Thesis
SWK 589 Master's Thesis and Seminar
The study of research, like all of social work, comes alive in the
implementation. A thesis is required of all Master of Social
Work candidates so they may experience and learn the utility of
research to social work practice, and so they can contribute to
the knowledge of social work practice and to the building of
social work theory. The thesis is based on an area of the
student's practice focus. The research- selected by the student
in consultation with the thesis advisor - focuses on an area of
social need, practice, service and/or policy.
The thesis seminar is described in the Thesis Guidelines, which
all students must review. The seminar provides a forum for
students to develop their thesis plans, consult with each other
and the faculty leader, present research methodology and
identify how they will accomplish completion of the thesis.
The Augsburg library houses over 160,000 books, periodicals,
records, tapes and films. Music, Chemistry and Art History
libraries are located within the departmental areas. Access to
over 1,000,000 volumes is available via daily interloan and
courier service among seven private liberal arts colleges and
the Hill Reference Library. Through Minitex, the statewide
network, the additional resources of the Minnesota and Wisconsin libraries are accessible to Augsburg faculty and students.
Alccreditation and
Affiliations
The Augsburg Master of Social Work program is in candidacy
with The Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), part of
accreditation by CSWE. Augsburg is accredited by the North
Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The college is a
member of the Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities (ACTC),
the Lutheran Education Council in North America and the
Minnesota Private College Council.
Augsburg College is registered with the Minnesota Higher
Education Coordinating Board.
~tudent
Rights
The College has adopted a statement of student rights and
responsibilities and has provided for due process in the matters
of disciplinary action, grievances and grade appeal. Any
student who wishes to identify appropriate procedures for a
complaint should contact the Vice President for Student Affairs
(330-1160).
The College operates in compliance with the Family Rights
and Privacy Act and Title IX. Students have the right to inspect
all official records which pertain to them and which are maintained in the Registrar's Office and the Placement Office (except
where a waiver of access has been signed) and to challenge
inaccurate or misleading information. Students have a right to
experience education free from discrimination based on sex,
race, ethnic or cultural background, handicap, creed, marital
status or age.
m amission Requirements
The Augsburg Master of Social Work Program promotes the
widest possible diversity within its student and faculty populations and across its curriculum content. Therefore, the admissions policies ensure educational opportunities that include
persons from a range of abilities, backgrounds, beliefs and
cultures.
Because of the particular nature of the Master of Social Work
Program, a strong liberal arts background in the behavior
sciences is required. A course in biology, physiology or
anatomy that includes studies of the human systems is required. A course that includes basic statistics is strongly
recommended. Applicants who have completed majors in areas
other than the behavioral sciences are encouraged to apply and
will be given consideration based on their composite assets.
Students who do not hold a Bachelor's degree in social Work
should apply as Foundation Level students. Students who meet
all of the criteria for Advanced Standing may apply for PreConcentration consideration.
Applicants to the program will be assessed on an individual
basis according to the following guidelines. Strengths in some
areas may balance other areas for development.
Foundation Core:
Admissions deadline: March 1
Notification of Admission: Early May
Matriculation date: Early September
Requirements: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or
university; a minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
(B average) for the last two years of an undergraduate program;
a minimum of two years employment or volunteer experience,
one of which is in the human service area; a course in human
biology, physiology or anatomy; a solid foundation in the
liberal arts.
Pre-Concentration Core:
Admissions deadline: October 1
Notification of Admission: Early December
Matriculation date: Early April
Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Social Work from a CSWE
accredited college or university; a minimum grade point
average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (B average) for the last two years of
an undergraduate program; a course in human biology, physiology or anatomy.
Alpplication Procedures
To apply, students must submit the following materials to the
Master of Social Work Program:
1. Completed application form with $25 (non-refundable)
application fee.
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2. Written personal statement, the length of which is open
(typically 3-8 pages in length), that addresses: why the applicant
is interested in social work as a profession; the reasons for
seeking an MSW, at Augsburg, in particular; what strengths the
applicant brings to the Augsburg community; and what the
applicant intends to do with the MSW once the degree has been
completed.
3. Three letters of reference, including checklists, that address
the application evaluation criteria in relation to the applicant.
4. Official transcripts of undergraduate and graduate work,
which indicate degrees conferred, from each institution attended.
5. Possible interview with admission committee members.
Application Evaluation Criteria
Applicants will be evaluated on the following criteria:
1. Academic strengths and potential
2. Professional, volunteer and life experience
3. Professional orientation
a. Understanding of social work, including values and ethics
b. Motivation for pursuits of the Masters degree in Social
Work
c. Relationship of past experience to decision to enter the
field
d. Applicant's perception of relationship of MSW to longterm career plans
4. Understanding of roles and functions of diversity in a
multicultural society and global environment
5. Commitment to social action and social justice
6. Ability to cope successfully with the stress inherent in a
graduate professional program.
lllvaluation Standards
Evaluation of academic performance for the Master of Social
Work degree will be based on number grades using a 4.0 point
scale with these definitions:
4.0
3.5
3.0
2.5
2.0
Achieves highest standards of excellence
P
Achieves at or above the 2.0 level (not computed in
grade point average)
N
Does not meet minimum passing standard (no credit and
non-punitive -not computed in grade point average)
W
Grade given when course is dropped
I
Incomplete grade given in case where student is unable to
complete course requirements for reasons beyond the
student's control. (To receive an incomplete, a student
must file a petition with the Graduate Program staff
stating reasons for the request, the plan and date for
removing the incomplete grade, the signature of the
instructor, and any other necessary documentation.)
Achieves above basic course standards
Achieves the minimum passing standard
No more than two courses with a grade below 3.0 will count
toward the degree. No more than two courses with a grade
below 2.0 can be repeated. Only the credits and grades earned
the second time are counted in the grade point average.
A)cademic Policies
Academic Probation and Dismissal
Students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average. If
a student falls below a 3.0 average, the student will be placed
on probation for the following term. A 3.0 cumulative grade
point average must be restored in order for a student to be
removed from probation. If a student receives a grade of Nin a
course, the student must petition successfully with the MSW
Program Committee before being permitted to continue in the
program. A plan for the student to follow would be outlined at
that time. If the cumulative grade point average again falls
below 3.0, the student may be dismi ssed from the program by
the MSW Program Committee. Students also may be dismissed
by the MSW Program Committee for behavior d etrimental to
the program such as a gross violation of college policy (as
published in the Student Guide). Dismissal would occur only
after established procedures were followed.
Credit and Contact Hours
Each graduate course in the Master of Social Work program is
the equival ent of four semester credits or six quarter credits.
Students meet in class a total of 32 hours and are responsible for
a significant amount of individual study and preparation. An
additional four-hour Sunday Seminar is required each trimester.
Enrollment Policy/Leaves of Absence
Students may take either two or three courses each trimester.
All students are required to complete the program within four
years. Students who leave the program for more than one term
must request a leave of absence in writing from the MSW
Program Committee.
Residency
Each student must be enrolled in the MSW program for the
equivalent of the last year or nine courses.
Transfer Students
Up to eight courses from a C.S.W.E. accredited MSW program
may be transferable if the grades are 3.0 or better. Transfer
students must meet the admissions and residency criteria.
Advisement
The Augsburg Social Work Program Director assigns advisors
whose purpose it is to promote student growth, development,
and the achievement of personal goals and professional education. Faculty office hours are posted on office doors; students
may meet with faculty at other times by appointment. In
addition to to the academic advisor, all social work faculty are
accessible to students. Social Work faculty consider advising
time a high priority and work to be available.
m ee and Payment Schedule
Application Fee (payable once, non-refundable) ................ $25.00
Tuition (per trimester course) .............................................. $884.00
(one course= 6 quarter credits or 4 semester credits)
Enrollment Reservation Deposit (non-refundable) ......... $100.00
late Fee ...................................................................................... $25.00
(charged to any student registering after the scheduled registration date.) Late registration per day includes
incomplete registration as defined:
a. Unsigned Registration Form or
b. Unapproved Payment Plan
Registration Change after First Class Meeting ..................... $5.00
(cancel/add/change grade option, or combination
at one time)
Transcript Fee (per copy after first, which is free) ................ $2.00
Finance Charge: A finance charge is applied at a simple rate
of 1% per month on any account with an open balance of
30 days or more.
Fees
The application fee ($25) is due on or before the application
deadline for a given term. The $100 non-refundable deposit
reserves a place in the program in a given term, once a person is
accepted. Tuition is due at the time of registration.
Refund Schedule
A per-course tuition refund will be made on the following
basis: (In order to be eligible for the refund, students are
responsible for cancelling courses with the Registrar's Office.)
Prior to the first scheduled class meeting - 100%
Prior to the second scheduled class meeting - 80%
Prior to the third scheduled class meeting - 60%
No refund after third scheduled class meeting.
Payment Options*
1. Payment in Full: Due Day of Registration.
2. Payment Plan: Upon application and after college approval,
a 3-pay plan is available each trimester. Payment plans will
be offered only if previous plans have been adhered to.
3. Company Reimbursement: Full courses, or equivalent, which
are company reimbursed require a deposit of $100 per course
reimbursed, with full payment due within 45 days after the
end of the term.
A finance charge is applied at a simple rate of 1% per month on
any amount with an open balance of 30 days or more.
Tuition is set on an annual basis, payable in 3 equal installments
at the beginning of each trimester. Registration is permitted
only if the student's account for a previous term is paid in full
as agreed. Augsburg College will not release diplomas or
academic transcripts until all student accounts are paid in full.
This also applies for student loan funds administered by the
college (Perkins Student Loan); they must be current according
to established repayment schedules.
*A non-sufficient-funds check will declare your registration invalid
and could affect further credit extended by the college.
m inancial Aid
Students may receive assistance in meeting Graduate Program
costs in a number of ways. Enrollment in three courses per
trimester allows the student to be classified as full-time. Two
courses is considered part-time enrollment. The Office of
Student Financial Services (330-1046) will assist students in
assessing financial aid eligibility and offering financial aid from
available alternatives, including the following:
Augsburg Tuition Grant
Augsburg College may provide grants and scholarships to
graduate students who show academic potential and have
financial need.
Funded Scholarships
Augsburg actively pursues outside funding for special scholarships. The availability of such scholarships enables the participation of individuals of limited financial means as well as
individuals working for volunteer agencies and other organizations not likely to provide tuition reimbursement.
Company Tuition Assistance Programs
Many companies, agencies and corporations offer full or partial
tuition assistance to employees who participate in work-related
or degree-related college programs.
Bureau of Indian Affairs, Tribal and State
Indian Scholarships
American Indian students who meet federal, state or tribal
requirements may apply for these scholarships. Indian grants
generally supplement other sources of financial aid. For
assistance in applying please contact Augsburg's American
Indian Support Program Director at 330-1138 or your tribal
agency.
Federal and State Aid Programs
The Office of Student Financial Services determines eligibility
for any Federal or State financial aid programs available to
graduate students. Determination of eligibility is based on
standard nationally accepted methodology.
Federal Perkins Student Loan -A joint Augsburg
College-federally funded program administered through the
College for students who demonstrate financial eligibility. No
interest accrues nor do payments have to be made on the principal
at any time you are enrolled at least half-time. Simple interest of 5
percent and repayment of the principal (at the minimum of $40 a
month) begin six months after you leave school (nine months for
new borrowers after 7-1-87). Repayment may extend up to 10
years. The maximum which may be borrowed for combined
undergraduate and graduate study is $30,000.
The Federal Family Education Loan Program
1) Federal Stafford Loan. Available to students based on a
financial eligibility determination. Annual loan limits are up to:
$2,625 per year for first year undergraduates
$3,500 per year for second year undergraduates
$5,500 per year for third year and beyond
$8,500 per year for graduate students.
Aggregate loan limits are $23,000 for undergraduates and
$65,000 for graduates (including undergraduate borrowing).
Interest rates for new borrowers with loan periods beginning
10/1/92 or later are determined annually by the 91-day
T-Bill+3.1 %, with a cap of 9%. Students with outstanding
balances on Stafford Loans (Guaranteed Student Loan) will
continue with the interest rate on the previous loan. No interest
accrues to the student borrower while enrolled at least half-time
in an eligible program. The federal government subsidizes the
interest during this time.
2) Federal Stafford Loan - Unsubsidized. Program characteristics (loan limits, interest rate, etc.) are the same as the above
subsidized Stafford Loan, except that the interest accrues to the
student borrower while enrolled. This loan is available to those
who do not qualify for the subsidized Stafford Loan. A normal
financial aid application is required.
3) Federal Supplemental Loan for Students (SLS). Available to
independent students who are enrolled at least half-time.
Variable interest rate is set annually (on July 1) with a cap of
11 %. Payment usually begins within 60 days of disbursement.
Annual loan limits are $4,000 for first and second year students
and $5,000 for third year and beyond. Graduate students may
borrow up to $10,000 per year. Aggregate loan limits are
$23,000 for undergraduates and $73,000 for graduates (including undergraduate borrowing).
SELF (Student Educational Loan Fund) -A Minnesota State loan program. Students may borrow up to $4,000 per
year ($16,000 cumulative) as an undergraduate and $6,000 per
year for graduate students with a $25,000 aggregate maxiumum
when graduate study is included ($1,000 minimum). Interest
rate is variable, paid by the borrower quarterly while in school.
Principal payment begins 13 months after leaving school.
Students must apply for financial aid and be enrolled at least
half-time.
To Apply for Financial Aid
1. Complete the Application for Admission and indicate your
desire to also apply for financial aid.
2. The Office of Student Financial Services will send you the
necessary application and financial statement form (or
you may pick them up in the Office of Student Financial
Services, 152 Science Hall, or the Graduate Program Office).
3. All students must have a Financial Aid Transcript on file
with Augsburg from each previously attended institution
even if you did not receive aid. Forms are available from
the College.
4. Complete and return the financial aid forms by the
deadlines indicated.
5. Accept the financial aid offered, in whole or in part, within
the deadline stated.
.B)bout Augsburg College
History
Augsburg College was founded in 1869 in Marshall, Wisconsin,
and moved to Mipneapolis in 1872. The name Augsburg
College and Seminary changed in 1963 when the Lutheran Free
Church merged with The American Lutheran Church.
Location
Augsburg's 23-acre campus is in the heart of the Twin Cities
metropolitan area, only blocks from downtown Minneapolis
and the intersection of Interstate Highways 94 and 35W.
Adjacent to the campus are the Riverside Medical Center, the
West Bank campus of the University of Minnesota and the
Mississippi River parkways.
Campus
Skyways, tunnels and elevators provide accessible connection
between 10 of the 15 major buildings - student housing
towers, College Center, main academic and administrative
halls, the Library, Music Hall and Foss Center for Worship,
Drama and Communication.
Accessibility
We have made a major effort to become one of the most
accessible campuses in the region. Our skyway-tunnel system
lets you reach any of 10 major buildings without going outside.
In addition to building changes, we have a student-run program to increase awareness and provide extra help for students
with disabilities.
Church Affiliation
Augsburg is a college of The Evangelical Lutheran Church in
America. About 51 percent of the students are Lutheran,
15percent other Protestant and 15 percent Roman Catholic.
Several other affiliations are represented among students and
faculty.
Non-Discrimination Policy
Augsburg College does not discriminate on the basis of race,
creed, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, sex or
handicap as required by Title IX of the 1972 Educational
Amendments or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as
amended in its admission policies, educational programs,
activities, and employment practices.
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Admissions House
George Sverdrup Library
Science Hall
Old Main
West Hall
Mortensen Tower
Urness Tower
Christensen Center
Sverdrup-Oftedal Memorial
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10. Music Hall
11. 2222 Murphy Place
12. Si Melby Hall
13. Ice Arena
14. Stage II Theatre
15. College Relations
16. Nordic Center
17. Foss, Lobeck, Miles Center
for Worship, Drama and
Communication
18. Center for Global Education
19. Jeroy C. Carlson Alumni
Center
20. Youth and Family Institute
21. American Indian Support
and Minority Education
Partnership
22. Site of new residence hall
A. Admissions Parking
B. Student Parking
C. Visitor Parking
D. The Quad
E. Faculty /Staff Parking
F. Murphy Square
G. Anderson-Nelson
Athletic Field
H. Fairview/St. Mary's
Parking Ramp
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From Minneapolis
Interstate 94 east to 25th Avenue exit, left to Riverside
Avenue, left to 21st Avenue South, left at Augsburg sign.
From St. Paul
Interstate 94 west to Riverside exit, right on Riverside
Avenue to 21st Avenue South, left at Augsburg sign.
Parking
All posted Augsburg College parking lots are free and open
for student use from 4:30 p.m. Friday through Sunday
evening. Lots are located on 7th Street between 21st and
22nd Avenues and on Butler Place between 24th and 25th
Avenues South. Most street parking is four hour parking,
seven days a week. Additional parking is available for a fee
in the Riverside Medical Center ramp, or U ofM parking lots
on the north side of Riverside Avenue.
Aicultyand
Administration
Anthony Bibus, Assistant Professor of Social Work
B.A., College of St. Thomas; M.A., University of Virginia;
Ph.D., University of Minnesota.
Vern Bloom, Assistant Professor of Sociology, MSW Fieldwork
Coordinator
B.A., M.S.W., University of Minnesota.
Nancy Brennan, Associate Professor of Social Work
B.A., M.S.W., Ph.D., University of Minnesota.
Maria Brown, Assistant Professor of Social Work,
BSW Program Director
B.A., M.A., American University; M.S.W., University
of Minnesota.
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Elizabeth Bruch, Associate Dean of Graduate and
Non-traditional Programs
B.A., Elmhurst College; M.S., Indiana University; Ph.D.,
University of Wisconsin.
Francine Chakolis, Assistant Professor of Social Work, MSW
Program Director
B.S., Augsburg College; M.S.W., University of Minnesota.
Patrick Clemens, MSW Program Coordinator
B.A., Macalester College; M.T.S., Harvard University.
Blanca-Rosa Egas, Associate Professor of Social Work
M.D., M.Ed. and Psychiatry Residency, Universidad de
Guayaquil; M.P.H and Substance Abuse Fellowship,
University of Minnesota.
Kathy Enger, Reference Librarian
B.S.W., College of St. Catherine; M.L.I.S., University of Iowa.
Edwina Hertzberg, Professor of Social Work, Director of Faculty
Development
A.B., Cedar Crest College; M.S.W., Ph.D., University of
Minnesota.
Rosemary Link, Associate Professor of Social Work, Department
Chair
B.A. Southhampton University; C.Q.S.W., London
University (Bedford College); Ph.D., University of
Minnesota.
Sharon Patten, Associate Professor of Social Work
B.A., St. Olaf College; M.S.W., M.A. (Public Affairs), Ph.D.,
University of Minnesota.
Curt Paulsen, Associate Professor of Social Work
B.A., St. Olaf College; M.S.W., University of Minnesota;
Ph.D., The Fielding Institute.
Douglas Perry, Assistant Professor of Social Work
B.A., M.S.W., University of Minnesota.
Vincent Peters, Assistant Professor of Social Work
B.A., Loyola College; M.S.W., University of Madras.
Edward Skamulis, Associate Professor of Social Work
B.A., Omaha University; M.S.W., Ph.D., University of
Nebraska.
Mary Lou Williams, Assistant Professor of Social Work
B.F.A., M.S.W., University of Pennsylvania.
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Accreditation and Affiliations .............................. 11
Student Rights ................................................... ... 11
Admission Requirements ..................................... 12
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Social Work graduate program
classes meet during weekends
(often alternate weekends) in
four hour blocks on Friday
evenings, Saturday mornings
and Saturday afternoons.
Students also meet one Sunday
afternoon per trimester for a
program seminar that addresses
specific professional issues.
The Master of Social Work
Program builds on the liberal
arts base of the College and
supports the College's mission
statement: To nurture future
leaders of service in the world
by providing high quality educational opportunities which are
based in the liberal arts and
shaped by the faith and values
of the Christian Church, by the
context of a vital metropolitan
setting, and by an intentionally
diverse campus community.
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Accommodating the
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The Master of Social Work
Program is designed to meet the
needs of a wide range of
students who have family,
community or employment
obligations and/or must travel
distances to obtain graduate
social work education.
Augsburg College takes pride in
its focus on adult learners
throughout its programs and is
committed to education for
experienced working people.
The library, student center,
computer center, counseling,
parking, food service and many
other support services are open
to accommodate graduate
students. Faculty arrange office
hours to meet non-traditional
student needs. Inexpensive oncampus accommodations are
available for students who travel
to attend the program and wish
to stay overnight.
MSW Program concerns
The Augsburg Master of Social
Work Program has two program
concentrations: family practice
and program development,
policy and administration.
Professional preparation at the
Master of Social Work level at
Augsburg is founded on the
following assumptions:
• Analysis and presentation of
complex social issues and
solutions must be based on
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MSW students will develop
competencies to conduct,
analyze and present practicebased research
• The world is interdependent in
all areas; students will become
knowledgeable of social
welfare policies and programs
that address changing needs of
the world community
• Social justice is a focus
throughout the program. In the
interests of constructive social
change that promotes social
justice, students are educated
to address institutional oppression because of age, gender,
race, disability, sexual orientation or religion
• Preparation for ethical, competent, professional practice
• A framework for practice of
problem-solving within a systems and strengths perspective
The Master of Social Work
Program is also based on:
• Tradition of excellence in
programs, faculty and students
• Metropolitan location which
attracts students from diverse
backgrounds
• Access to challenging
and rewarding field placements
•Building on a solid foundation
in the liberal arts
Program Philosophy
The Master of Social Work
program at Augsburg College is
based on the following:
• Understanding of and respect
for diverse people and cultures
• Commitment to educate the
whole person
• Responsibility and service to
the broader community in the
interests of social justice
• Commitment to oppose
oppression
• Focus on client empowerment
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The courses of study include the
Foundation, the Advanced and
the Concentration courses and
the Thesis Seminar. Students
must complete 18 courses (12,
if they hold the Bachelor of
Science in Social Work degree
and are approved for advanced
standing). The complete program includes nine Foundation
courses, five Advanced
curriculum courses, four
Concentration courses and a
thesis, and includes 900 hours
of professionally supervised,
program-approved social work
field experience.
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The Foundation courses begin
the MSW Program. These nine
courses, including 420 hours of
MSW supervised field work,
must be successfully completed
prior to enrollment in the
Advanced Curriculum. Six of
these courses may be waived for
persons who hold a baccalaureate degree in social work from
a Council on Social Work
Education-accredited program
and who are approved for
advanced standing.
Ad-ranced
The Advanced courses include
two Integrative Field Work
Seminars, Research II and one
elective as well as the Thesis
Seminar.
Concentration
Concentration courses are in
two areas: Family Practice and
Program Development, Policy
and Administration.
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Family, in its diverse forms, is
central to society. "Family,"
in this context, is interpreted
broadly as the nurturing system
surrounding people. It is inclusive of many areas of need.
As a growing number of familyrelated challenges face society,
there is an ever-increasing need
for professionals who base
their professional practice on indepth study of the broad
spectrum of issues that confront
the family . In the Family
Practice concentration, students
will concentrate on promoting
empowerment of the family
nurturing systems from a developmental and holistic
perspective.
Program Develop111e11t, Policy
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Social change is necessary to
foster policies and services that
respond to human need. The
Program Development, Policy
and Administration concentration has been developed in
response to the growing demand
for creative leadership and
administration. Effective
services require participatory
development, competent practitioners, strong leadership and
effective administration.
Students in this concentration
will develop the abilities and
skills necessary to promote
and achieve needed change, and
to develop, lead, guide and
administer programs that will
serve diverse people in a variety
of settings.
Eied.ivts
Students must select one elective in their course of study
toward the MSW degree.
Master's Thesis and
Seminar
All students will complete a
Master's thesis. The thesis is
intended to integrate research
and practice.
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Courses are offered exclusively on a weekend format: Friday evenings and Saturdays.
Foundation Courses
(9 credits)
SWK 500 Human Behavior in the Social Environment
SWK 501 History of Social Welfare Policy
SWK 502 Integrative Field Work Seminar I
SWK 503 Integrative Field Work Seminar II
SWK 504 Research I
SWK 505 Practice Methods and Skills I
SWK 506 Practice Methods and Skills Il
SWK 520 Introduction to Family Practice
SWK 521 Introduction to Program Development, Policy and Administration
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SWK 523 Integrative Field Work Seminar III
SWK 524 Integrative Field Work Seminar IV
SWK 527 Research II
SWK 560 Elective "Topics"
SWK 589 Thesis Seminar
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SWK 540 Family Practice I
SWK 541 Family Practice II
SWK 542 Family Diversity (.5 er)
SWK 543 Creative Problem Solving for Supervision
SWK 545 Family Social Policy (.5 er)
Program Development, Policy and Administration
Concentration Courses
(4 credits)
SWK 550 Processes of Program Planning and Development
SWK 551 Organizational Development and Administration
SWK 552 Inter-Organizational, Community and
Political Relations
SWK 553 Advanced Social Policy
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the Social Environment
This course provides the
knowledge basic to an understanding of human growth
through the life cycle and of the
interplay of socio-cultural,
biological and psychological
factors .
SWK 501 History of Social
Welfare Policy
This course analyzes the
history of social welfare policy
in the United States and its
impact on current social
systems and social policy . The
course examines the major
assumptions, values, ideas and
events which contributed to the
rise of the welfare state and the
profession of social work.
SWK 502 and 503 Integrative
Field Work Seminar I and II
The integrative seminars are
courses where field practice
and classroom theory meet. The
goal is to strengthen the
connections between generalist
social work theory and practice.
SWK 504 Research I
This course provides an introduction to social science
research method and ethics
including practice and program
evaluation. The course presents
research designs, both quantitative and qualitative approaches,
and various ways to organize,
compare and interpret findings.
Students will be introduced to
the use of computers in data
analysis.
SWK 505 Practice Methods
and Skills I
This course focuses on the
theoretical foundation, general
principles and practice techniques of the problem-solving
model of social work and basic
features of the helping process.
Work with a diversity of
professional and natural
helping networks and client
groups is stressed.
SWK 506 Practice Methods
and Skills II
This course emphasizes
problem-solving with small
groups, community and organizational systems, with an
emphasis on group task and
maintenance functions.
Throughout the course the
focus is on work with di verse
groups and organizations.
(Prerequisite: SWK 505)
SWK 520 Introduction to
Family Practice
This course explores concepts,
theories, policies and research
underlying holistic professional
social work practice with families. It provides an overview of
family practice using a systems
framework and the strengths
perspective.
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SWK 521 Introduction to
Program Development, Policy
and Administration
This course presents the theories
of organizational development,
policy analysis, program development and budgeting. Roles of
generalist social workers in
agencies, as well as professional, ethical and effective
functioning within organizational structures, will be
explored.
Advanced Curriculum
SWK 523 and 524 Integrative
Field Work Seminar Ill and IV
The integrative seminars are
courses where field practice and
classroom theory meet. The goal
is to strengthen the connections
between generalist social work
theory and practice.
SWK 527 Research II
This course offers a practiceoriented exploration of the
range of research methods used
in social work, a critique of the
role of research in assessing
effectiveness in social service
delivery, and identification with
the responsibility of social
workers to expand the knowledge base of social work. A
research project will be
designed and initial planning for
the MSW thesis is incorporated.
(Prerequisite: SWK 504)
SWK 560 Elective Topics
The following are examples of
elective offerings. Students
should consult the Program
Schedule for current electives.
• SWK 560 Child Welfare:
History, Policy and Practice
• SWK 560 Contemporary
Services for Persons with
Developmental Disabilities
and Their Families
• SWK 560 Dual Diagnosis:
Mental Health and
Substance Abuse
• SWK 560 Old Age
• SWK 560 Peace and
Social Justice
• SWK 560 Poverty, Equality
and Income Support Policy
• SWK 560 Social Work with
Involuntary Clients
SWK 589 Thesis Seminar
The MSW thesis provides the
avenue for integration of knowledge and ·experience gained
during the course of study,
particularly emphasizing the
greater understanding of the
utility and importance of
research to social work practice.
The student, in consultation
with the thesis advisor, will
select an area of study focused
on social need, practice, service
and policy. The Thesis Seminar
will provide students with a
supportive group environment
in which to problem~solve theoretical, conceptual, c0ntent,
ethical and technical issues in
the design, implementation,
analysis, write-up and dissemination of thesis research.
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SWK 543 Creative Problem
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account organizational, financial
and technological dimensions
SWK 540 Family Practice I
within an analytical framework
of defined need and demand for
This course is designed to
This course includes knowledge
and skill building in the administrative, educational and
address contemporary work in a
context of historical references;
supportive functions of social
work supervision. The interac-
to provide the foundational
elements for individual family
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SWK 541 Family Practice II
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delivery settings.
SWK 542 Family Diversity
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families, including policies
which relate to housing, income
maintenance, health, long-term
care, education and discrimination . National and international
political, social and economic
systems are analyzed.
Program Development,
Policy and Administration
Concentration Courses
SWK 550 Processes of
Program Planning and
Development
This course examines theoretical
and conceptual ideas concerning
Recogni zing that the family is
the basic institution through
which one is socialized, this
human services, their rationale
in a market economy, and their
relationship to public policy.
course examines how family
membership shapes one's understanding and appreciation of
ethnicity, gender roles and
sociological script.
Students will gain knowledge
and build skills in the planning,
implementation and evaluation
of services at various levels of
system design, taking into
service.
SWK 551 Orga11izatio11al
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This course examines organizational theory and structure,
processes of development,
research and evaluation and
social work values and ethics in
the workplace.
SWK 552 lnter-Orga11izatio11al,
Community and Political
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This course explores strategies
and methods for working effectively with other service
agencies, legislative and policymaking bodies, regulatory
agencies and advocacy groups.
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Social Policy
This course examines theories,
concepts and analytical frameworks for analyzing policy. It
addresses the role of economics ,
demographics , politics, values
and other relevant factors on
policy design and implementation. The course emphasizes the
analyisis of selected existing or
proposed policies in such areas
as social insurance (e.g. Social
Security), welfare reform,
health care, long-term care
and tax policy including
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The Augsburg Library is dedicated to supporting the
curriculum of the College. The
staff is experienced in guiding
graduate students to research
materials for course work as
well as for the thesis stage of the
Master of Social Work program.
Librarians will help students
acquire research skills through
individual appointments and
group instructional sessions.
The Library's collection of
160,000 volumes is complete
with the latest computerized
catalogs, indexes and CD ROM
stations for various academic
disciplines - e.g. Social Work
Abstracts, Psychlit, ERIC
(education) and CINAHL
(nursing and health). An online
catalog, CLICnet, reflects holdings of Augsburg and its six
partner Twin Cities private
college libraries. Twice-daily
courier service among these and
other local libraries (including
the University of Minnesota and
Minneapolis and St. Paul Public
Libraries) facilitates easy and
quick sharing of resources.
Additional collections nationwide are also accessible through
interlibrary loan arrangements.
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The Augsburg Master of Social
Work program is fully accredited by the Council on Social
Work Education (CSWE).
Augsburg College is accredited
by the North Central Association
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The college is a member of the
Associated Colleges of the Twin
Cities (ACTC), the Lutheran
Education Council in North
America and the Minnesota
Private College Council.
Augsburg College is registered
with the Minnesota Higher
Education Services Office.
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The College has adopted a statement of student rights and
responsibilities and has
provided for due process in the
matters of disciplinary action,
grievances and grade appeal.
Any student who wishes to
identify appropriate procedures
for a complaint should contact
the Vice President for Student
Affairs (330-1160).
The College operates in compliance with the Family Rights
and Privacy Act and Title IX .
Students have the right to
inspect all official records which
pertain to them (except where a
waiver of access has been
signed) and to challenge inaccurate or misleading information.
Students have a right to experience education free from
discrimination.
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The Master of Social Work
Program promotes the widest
possible diversity within its
student and faculty populations
and across its curriculum
content. Therefore, the admission policies ensure that
educational opportunities are
provided to persons with a range
of abilities, backgrounds, beliefs
and cultures.
A strong liberal arts background
in the behavioral sciences is
required. A course in biology,
physiology or anatomy that
includes studies of the human
systems is required as well as
completing a course that
includes basic statistics.
Applicants who have completed
majors in areas other than the
behavioral sciences are encouraged to apply and they will be
given consideration based on
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their composite assets. Students
who do not hold a bachelor's
degree in social work should
apply as Foundation Level
students. Students who hold a
bachelor's degree in social work
from a Council on Social Work
Education (CSWE) accreditedprogram may apply for
Advanced Standing. Applicants
are reminded that admission to
the Advanced Standing is not an
automatic decision.
Academic credit is not given for
life or professional experience.
Application deadline:
January 15
Notification of acceptance:
April 1
Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree from an
accredited college or university
• A minimum grade point
average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
(B average) for the last two
years of an undergraduate
program
• A minimum of two years
employment or volunteer
experience (one of which is in
the human service area)
•A course in human biology,
physiology or anatomy
• A course that includes basic
statistics
• A solid foundation in the
liberal arts
Matriculation date:
Fall trimester for
Foundation level
Spring trimester for Advanced
Standing level
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the following to the Office of
Master of Social Work Program:
1) Completed application form
with $25 (non-refundable)
application fee.
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• Your perspective on social
welfare and society
• Your understanding of the
social work profession
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work with a diversity of
people
• Your personal qualities that
equip you for the social work
profession
• Your oral and written
communication skills
• Your employment and /or
volunteer work which
prepared you for pursuing a
Master of Social Work
degree
• Your career and life goals
and how you anticipate the
MSW degree will facilitate
your development
3) Recommendations from
three sources using the
Recommendation Forms
available from the
Department of Social Work
• Your limitations which you
perceive as needing to be
addressed during the course
of your professional
preparation
4) Official transcripts of undergraduate and graduate work
from each institution attended.
All of the above must be
received by the deadline of
January 15.
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The Augsburg College
Department of Social Work
encourages qualified applicants
from other countries to apply for
admissions to the program of
study leading to the Master of
Social Work degree. International applicants should keep
in mind that classes meet on the
weekends (Friday evening and
Saturday morning and afternoon) and that students can take
three courses per trimester for a
yearly total of nine classes
(including Field Work courses).
With this schedule, students can
complete the required course
work in two years. See the
section under Admission
Requirements for a general
description of the admission
process, selection criteria, and
work experience requirements.
All application requirements as
outlined under Admission
Requirements and Application
Procedures are to be submitted
in English.
Additional application materials
required for international applicants are:
• Completed Declaration of
Finances
• Official marksheets with certified translations from all
undergraduate institutions
attended listing all courses
taken, marks earned, dates
attended, and degree(s) or
diploma(s) conferred, if any
• Official marksheets with certified translations from all
graduate institutions attended
listing all courses taken, marks
earned, dates attended, and
degree(s) or diploma(s)
conferred, if any
• Official results on the Test of
English as a Foreign Language
(TOEFL) with a minimum
score of 590
• Applicant may be asked to
participate in an interview
with graduate program faculty ,
if applicant is in the United
States
Very limited financial aid from
Augsburg College may or may
not be available. Therefore,
students and their financial
sponsor must complete a
Declaration of Finances as part of
the application for admission,
along with appropriate
certifications. Students will
need to provide proof of availability of funds for tuition, books,
and living costs for each academic year in which they want to
attend. The College requires
students to provide proof of a
minimum of $10,000 in U.S.
funds for living expenses for
themselves plus the cost of
tuition.
NOTE: Additional information
may be required, as requested
by Augsburg College to evaluate
educational credentials more
accurately. Furthermore,
supplemental information may
be needed to issue an 1-20 or
J-1 for students admitted to the
MSW program. Information
requested for the 1-20 or J-1 will
not be used to make an admission decision.
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Evaluation of academic performance for the Master of Social
Students must maintain a 3.0
Work degree will be based on number grades using a 4.0 point
scale with these definitions:
cumulative grade point average.
If a student falls below a 3.0
4.0
Achieves highest standards of excellence
3.5
3.0
average, the student will be
placed on probation for the
Achieves above basic course standards
following term. A 3.0 cumula-
Achieves the minimum passing standard
tive grade point average must
be restored in order for a
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Students also may be dismissed
by the MSW Program
Committee for behavior detrimental to the program such as a
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program. A plan for the student
to follow would be outlined at
below 3.0, the student may be
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A grade of X is given by the instructor to indicate that
term in which the work is completed and evaluated (but
not longer than one year).
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that time. If the cumulative
grade point average again falls
the study (Internships and Independent Studies) is
extended. A final grade will be issued at the end of the
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a grade of N in a course, the
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gross violation of college policy
(as published in the Student
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only after established procedures were followed .
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Hours
Each graduate course in the
Master of Social Work program
is the equivalent of four
semester credits or six quarter
credits. Students meet in class a
total of 32 hours and are responsible for a significant amount of
individual study and preparation. In addition, attendance at a
four-hour Sunday Seminar is
required once during each
Trimester. Advanced standing
students must attend four seminars and Professional
Foundation students must attend
six Sunday Seminars for graduation clearance.
Enrollment
Policy/Leaves of Absence
Students may enroll on a full or
part-time basis, taking three or
two courses, respectively, each
trimester. All students are
required to complete the
program within four years.
Students who leave the program
for more than one term must
request a leave of absence in
writing from the MSW Program
Director.
Residency
Advisement
Each student must be enrolled in
the MSW program for the
equivalent of the last year or
nine courses.
The MSW Program Director
assigns academic advisors
whose purpose it is to promote
student growth, development,
and the achievement of personal
goals and professional education. Faculty office hours are
posted on office doors; students
may meet with faculty at other
times by appointment. In addition to the academic advisor, all
social work faculty are accessible to students. Social work
faculty consider advising time a
high priority.
Transfer Students
Up to eight courses from a
CSWE-accredited MSW
program may be transferable if
the grades are 3.0 or better.
Transfer students must meet the
admissions and residency
criteria.
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The application fee ($25) is due
1995-96 Tuition and Fees
on or before the application
Application Fee (payable once, non-refundable)
$ 100 non-refundable deposit
reserves a place in the program
in a given term, once a person is
accepted. Tuition is due at the
time of registration.
Refund Schedule
In order to be eligible for the
refund, students are responsible
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$5.00
(cancel/add/change grade option, or combination at one time)
Registration Change after First Class Meeting
$2.00
Finance Charge: A finance charge is applied at a simple rate of
tuition refund will be made on
1 % per month on any account with an open balance of 30 days or more.
the following basis:
100%
3) Company Reimbursement:
Full courses, or equivalent,
College will not release
class meeting -
which are company reim-
diplomas or academic tran-
80%
Prior to the third scheduled class
bursed require a deposit of
scripts until all student accounts
meeting -
$150 per course reimbursed,
are paid in full. This also
60%
with full payment due within
applies to student loan funds
No refund after third scheduled
45 days after the end of the
administered by the college
class meeting.
term.
(Perkins Student Loan); they
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available each trimester.
Payment plans will be
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simple rate of 1% per month on
1) Payment in Full : Due day
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paid in full as agreed. Augsburg
Prior to the second scheduled
ication and after College
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($25 per day up to a maximum of $125 charged to any
student registering after the scheduled registration date.)
Registrar's Office. A per-course
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Transcript Fee (per copy after first, which is free)
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deadline for a given term. The
offered only if previous
plans have been adhered to .
any amount with an open
must be current according to
established repayment schedules.
balance of 30 days or more.
Tuition is set on an annual basis,
payable in 3 equal installments
at the beginning of each
trimester. Registration is
permitted only if the student's
account for a previous term is
*A non-sufficient-funds check
will declare your registration
invalid and could affect further
credit extended by the College.
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Students may receive assistance
in meeting graduate program
costs in a number of ways.
Enrollment in two or more
courses per trimester allows the
student to be classified as fulltime for all federal and state
financial aid programs. The
Office of Student Financial
Services (612) 330-1046 will
assist students in assessing
financial aid eligibility and may
offer financial aid from available alternatives, including the
following:
Bureau of Indian Affairs,
Tribal and State Indian
Scholarships
American Indian students who
meet federal, state or tribal
requirements may apply for
these scholarships. Indian grants
generally supplement other
sources of financial aid. For
assistance in applying, please
contact Augsburg's American
Indian Support Program
Director at 612-330-1138 or
your tribal agency.
Federal and State Aid
Programs
The Office of Student Financial
Services determines eligibility
for any Federal or State financial aid programs available to
graduate students.
Determination of eligibility is
based on a standard nationally
approved methodology.
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Augsburg actively pursues
outside funding for special
scholarships. The availability of
such scholarships enables participation for individuals of
limited financial means as well
as individuals who work for
volunteer agencies and other
organizations not likely to
provide tuition reimbursement.
Company Tuition Assistance
Programs
Many companies, agencies and
corporations offer full or partial
tuition assistance to employees
who participate in work-related
or degree-related college
programs. Augsburg College
offers several payment plans by
which employees may handle
tuition reimbursement.
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Loan Program
• Federal Stafford Loan
Program
Available to students based on
a financial eligibility determination. Annual loan limits are
up to $18,500 per year for
graduate students, of which up
to $8,500 may be subsidized,
if eligible.
The aggregate loan limit is
$128,500 for graduate
students (including undergraduate borrowing). Interest rates
for new borrowers with loan
periods beginning October 1,
1992, or later are determined
annually by the 91 -day T-Bill
+3.1 %. with a cap of 8.25%.
Students with outstanding
balances on Federal Stafford
Student Loans will continue
with the interest rate on the
previous loan. No interest
accrues to the student
borrower while enrolled at
least half-time in an eligible
program. The federal government subsidizes the interest
during this time .
• Federal Stafford Loan Unsubsidized
Program characteristics (loan
limits, interest rates, etc.) are
the same as the above subsidized Stafford Loan, except
that the interest accrues to the
student borrower while
enrolled. This loan is available
to those who do not qualify
for the subsidized Stafford
Loan. A normal financial aid
application is required.
•Federal Perkins Student
Loan
A joint Augsburg Collegefederally funded program
administered through the
College for students who
demonstrate financial eligibility .
No interest accrues nor do
payments have to be made on
the principal at any time
students are enrolled at least
half-time. A student may
borrow a maximum of $3,000
per year as a graduate student
with a $30,000 maximum
(including undergraduate and
graduate amounts). Simple
interest of 5 percent and
repayment of the principal (at
the minimum of $40 a month)
begins nine months after the
student graduates or leaves
school. Repayment may
extend up to ten years.
• SELF (Student Educational
Loan Fund)
A Minnesota State loan
program.
Students may borrow up to
$9,000 per year for graduate
students with a $40,000 aggregate maximum when graduate
study is included ($500
minimum). The interest rate is
variable, paid by the borrower
quarterly while in school.
Principal payments begin 13
months after leaving school.
Students must apply for financial aid and be enrolled at least
half-time .
To Apply for
Financial Aid
1) Complete the Application for
Admission and indicate a
desire to apply for financial aid.
2) The Office of Student
Financial Services will send
the necessary application and
financial statement forms (or
the student may pick them up
in the Office of Student
Financial Services, 152
Science Hall.
3) A student must have a
Financial Aid Transcript on
file with Augsburg from each
previously attended postsecondary institution even if
the student did not receive
aid. Forms are available from
the College.
4) Complete and return the
financial aid forms by the
deadlines indicated.
5) Accept the financial aid
offered, in whole or in part,
within the deadline stated.
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and elevators provide accessible
connections betw~en nine of 14
major buildings - student
housing towers, the Christensen
Center, main acad~mic and
administrative halls, the Library,
Music Hall and the Foss Center
for Worship, Drama and
Communication. In addition,
there are programs for students
with learning and physical
disabilities.
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Campus Location
Augsburg College 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, Wisc., and moved to
Minneapolis in 1872. The name
Augsburg College and Seminary
changed to Augsburg College
in 1963 when the Lutheran Free
Church merged with The
American Lutheran Church.
Augsburg's 23-acre campus is
located in the heart of the Twin
Cities surrounding Murphy
Square. Adjacent to the campus
are the Fairview Riverside
Medical Center complex, the
West Bank campus of the
University of Minnesota and
Mississippi River parkways .
Accessibility
Augsburg College has made a
major effort to become one of
the most accessible campuses in
the region. Without going
Augsburg is a college of The
Evangelical Lutheran Church in
America. The College is a
diverse community with many
strong religious traditions represented among the students,
faculty and staff, including but
not limited to Lutheran, Roman
Catholic, American Indian
Spirituality and Thought,
Buddhist and Islamic faiths.
Non-Discrimination
Policy
Augsburg College does not
discriminate on the basis of
race, creed, national or ethnic
origin, age, marital status,
gender, sexual orientation or
disability as required by Title IX
of the 1972 Educational
Amendments or Section 504 of
the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
as amended in its admission
policies, educational programs,
activities, and employment
practices.
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From Minneapolis
Interstate 94 east to 25th
Avenue exit, left to Riverside
A venue, left to 21st A venue
South, left at Augsburg sign.
From St. Paul
Interstate 94 west to Riverside
exit, right on Riverside Avenue
to 21st Avenue South, left at
Augsburg sign.
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Admissions House
George Sverdrup Library
Science Hall
Old Main
West Hall
Mortensen Tower
Urness Tower
Christensen Center
Sverdrup-Oftedal
Memorial Hall
Music Hall
2222 Murphy Place
Si Melby Hall
Ice Arena
Stage II Theatre
College Relations
Nordic Center
Foss, Lobeck,
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Miles Center for
Worship, Drama
and Communication
Center for Global Education
Jeroy C. Carlson Alumni
Center
Youth and Family Institute
American Indian Support
and Minority Education
Partnership
Oscar Anderson Hall
East Hall
All posted Augsburg
College parking lots,
with the exception of
resident parking lots in
front and behind the
residence halls, are free
and open for student
use from 4:30 p.m.
Friday through Sunday
evening and Monday through
Thursday evenings after 4:30
p.m. until 8:00 a.m. Lots are
located on Seventh Street
between 21st and 22nd A venues
and north of Eighth Street on
21st A venue. Most street
parking is four hour parking and
available seven days a week,
except for the parking meters on
Riverside Avenue. The parking
meters are as posted by the City
of Minneapolis. Additional
parking is available in the
Fairview Riverside Medical
Center ramp.
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Public Transportation
For schedules and specific information about city bus
transportation to Augsburg
College, call the Metropolitan
Transportation System
at (612) 373-3333.
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A. Admissions Parking
B. Student Parking
C. Visitor Parking
D. The Quad
E. Faculty/Staff Parking
F. Murphy Square
G. Anderson-Nelson
Athletic Field
H. Fairview/St. Mary's
Parking Ramp
I. Husby-Strommen
Tennis Courts
J. Resident Parking Only
K. Student/Commuter Parking
X. Accessible Entrance
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~CULTY AND ADMINISTRATION
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Blanca-Rosa Egas
Associate Professor.
MD, M.Ed. and Psychiatry
Residency, University of
Guayaquil; M.P.H. and
Substance Abuse Fellowship,
University of Minnesota.
Hans Eriksson
Visiting Professor.
B.A., Wilmington College
(OH); M.S.W., University of
Minnesota; Advanced Studies
in Social Work, Case Wes tern
Reserve University.
Carol F. Kuechler
Assistant Professor.
B.A., Marquette University;
M.S.W., University of
Wisconsin-Milwaukee; Ph.D.,
University of Minnesota.
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Anthony Bibus III
Assistant Professor and BSW
Program Director.
B.A., College of St. Thomas;
M.A., University of Virginia;
Ph.D., University of Minnesota.
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Vern Bloom
Assistant Professor and
Coordinator of Field Instruction.
B.A., M.S.W., University of
Minnesota .
Maria Brown
Associate Professor.
B.A. (German), M.A. (German),
American University; M.S.W.,
University of Minnesota.
Francine Chakolis
Assistant Professor.
B.S., Augsburg College;
M.S.W., University of
Minnesota.
Rosemary J. Link
Associate Professor and
Department Chair.
B.A., Southampton University;
C.Q.S.W., London University
(Bedford College); Ph.D.,
University of Minnesota.
Sharon K. Patten
Associate Professor.
B.A., St. Olaf College; M.S.W.,
M.A. (Public Affairs), Ph.D.,
University of Minnesota.
Curt Paulsen
Associate Professor.
B.A., St. Olaf College; M.S.W.,
University of Minnesota; Ph .D.,
The Fielding Institute.
Glenda Dewberry Rooney
Associate Professor.
B.A., University of North
Texas; M.S.W., University of
Illinois-Chicago; Ph.D.,
University of Minnesota.
Michael Schock
Assistant Professor.
B.A., University of Washington;
M.S.W., University of
Minnesota; Ph.D., University of
Washington.
Edward R. Skarnulis
Professor.
B.A ., Omaha University;
M.S.W., Ph.D. , University of
Nebraska.
Clarice Staff
Assistant Professor and MSW
Program Director.
B.A., Augsburg College;
M.S.S.W., D.S.W., Columbia
University.
Mary Lou Williams
Assistant Professor.
B.F.A., University of
Pennsylvania; M.S.W.,
University of Pennsylvania.
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C•O•L•L•E•G•E
MSW Graduate Program Office
Campus Box No. 269
2211 Riverside Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55454
612/330-1307
FAX 612/330-1493
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