2018-19 Undergraduate Bulletin

2018-19 Undergraduate Bulletin

Southwestern Adventist University

Table of ContentsAbout SWAU | Page 4Admissions | Page 6Finances | Page 10Academics | Page 25Core Curriculum & Graduation | Page 36University Experience | Page 41Academic Support Services | Page 43Distance Education | Page 44Art | Page 45Biological Sciences | Page 47Business Administration | Page 56Chemistry and Physics | Page 72Communication | Page 79Computer Science | Page 88Education | Page 93Education Certification | Page 99English | Page 102Fire Science | Page 108General and Interdisciplinary Studies | Page 112Geology | Page 115History & Social Science | Page 118Honors Program | Page 126Kinesiology | Page 129Mathematics | Page 139Medical Laboratory Science | Page 144Modern Languages | Page 145Music | Page 147Non Departmental | Page 159Nursing | Page 160Pre-Professional | Page 167Psychology | Page 170Religion | Page 176Trustees | Page 185Administration | Page 186Faculty | Page 187Academic Departments | Page 191Addendum | Page 192

2 SWAU 2018-19 Bulletin

Academic Calendar 2018-2019

Summer Semester -- May 6 - August 15, 2019 Session I

Session I

Session II

Distance Education

Fall Semester,2018August7/30-8/14 Mon-Tue

Summer Bridge

14-18 Tue-Sat CORE19 Sunday Last Day to Register for FA'1820 Monday Instruction Begins24 Friday Last Day to Add a ClassSeptember3 Monday SCHOOL IS IN SESSION4 Tuesday International Student Orientation5 Wednesday Last Day to drop a Class without

receiving a "W"5 Wednesday Enrollment CensusOctober10 Wednesday Mid-semester11-12 Thurs-Friday Fall Holiday19 Friday Deadline for removal of SU'18

Incompletes30 Tuesday Last Day to Withdraw from a ClassNovember5 Monday SP '19 Registration Begins5-16 2 weeks SP '19 Advising19 Monday Thanksgiving Break Begins26 Monday Instruction ResumesDecember10-12 Mon-Wed Examinations12 Wednesday Christmas Vacation begins-7:30pm

Spring Semester,2019January6 Sunday Last Day to Register for SP '197 Monday Instruction Begins11 Friday Last Day to Add a Class15 Tuesday International Student Orientation21 Monday School Holiday, Martin Luther King, Jr.

Birthday23 Wednesday Last Day to drop a Class without

receiving a "W"23 Wednesday Enrollment CensusFebruary15 Friday Deadline for removal of FA'18

Incompletes27 Wednesday Mid-Semester

March1 Friday Spring Break Begins11 Monday Instruction resumes

28 Thursday Last Day to Withdraw from a ClassApril1 Monday Summer Registration Begins7 Sunday Major Field Exit Test8 Monday FA'19 Registration Begins8-19 2 weeks FA '19 AdvisingMay4/29-5/1 Mon-Wed Examinations3 Friday Senior Consecration4 Saturday Baccalaureate5 Sunday Commencement

On campus (6-weeks)

May 6 - June 14

May 6 Monday Class begins/last day to add a class

May 14 Tuesday Last day drop without receiving “W”/finalday for refund

June 7 Thursday Last day to withdraw from a class

June 21 Thursday Grades due

On campus (6-weeks)

June 17-July 26

June 17 Monday Class begins/last day to add a class

June 25 Tuesday Last day drop without receiving “W”/finalday for refund

July 19 Friday Last day to withdraw from a class

Aug 2 Friday Grades due

Online classes

May 6-August 15

May 6 Monday Class begins/last day to add a class

May 14 Tuesday Last day drop without receiving “W”/finalday for refund

Aug 8 Thursday Last day to withdraw from a class

Aug 22 Thursday Grades due


About SWAUMission Statement

Vision

Values

Brief History

Geographical Region, Type ofStudents and Faculty

Major Institutional Functions

Student Learning Outcomes

Accreditation and Non-Discrimination Policy

Southwestern Adventist University commits to educating adiverse student body in a Christ-centered environmentshaped by Seventh-day Adventist Christian beliefs forservice and leadership.

Believing in the transformative power of the Gospel andaffirming the importance of the life of the mind,Southwestern Adventist University seeks to promoteinquiry through faith, to balance tradition with innovation,and to become a force for positive and significant change inglobal society.

1. Christ as our central focus.2. Education that promotes achievement and enriches

life.3. Interaction that affirms faith, integrity, and humanity.4. Responsibility for ourselves, our neighbors, and our

world.5. Service as a ministry for Christ.6. Integration of Seventh-day Adventist beliefs and

practice into daily life.

Southwestern Adventist University was founded in 1893 asKeene Industrial Academy. Junior college level work wasfirst offered in 1916 and the name was changed toSouthwestern Junior College. In anticipation of offeringbaccalaureate work, the name was changed toSouthwestern Union College in 1963. The first bachelorlevel classes were offered in 1967. In 1977, the college wasrenamed Southwestern Adventist College, reflecting itsdenominational affiliation. Graduate level work was begunin 1987; nine years later the institution changed its name toSouthwestern Adventist University. The University has beenaccredited by the Southern Association of Colleges andSchools since 1958; first as a Level I institution (associatedegrees), then in 1970 as a Level II institution(baccalaureate degrees), and since 1989 as a Level IIIinstitution (graduate degrees).

The University serves primarily the needs of the Seventh-day Adventist membership in the five states of Arkansas,Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas. TheUniversity welcomes students from all religions andgeographical areas, as well as from diverse ethnic, social,and cultural backgrounds.

To achieve its purpose effectively, the University recruitsand retains well-qualified teachers, who are dedicated toteaching and advising and who are willing to spend timewith students both in and out of the classroom. TheUniversity encourages research and scholarly endeavors onthe part of its faculty.

The University provides a challenging environmentconducive to the total development of the student, thuscontributing to the realization of each individual's potential.The administrative departments of the University providethe infrastructure needed for the institution to fulfill itseducational purposes.

The University's undergraduate curriculum consists ofprograms in the liberal arts and sciences, with a number ofprofessional and preprofessional curricula. The generaleducation component brings balance to the academic andprofessional programs, enriching the intellectual andcultural experiences of the student beyond the limits set bythe specific major. The graduate curriculum includesmaster's degrees in education and psychology.

The University graduate will:

1. Have knowledge in the humanities/fine arts, social/behavioral sciences, natural sciences andmathematics.

2. Be able to communicate effectively through thespoken word, the written word, and the use of otherabstract symbol systems.

3. Be able to think critically and solve problems.4. Possess the attributes of growth: ability, tolerance,

self-reliance, compassion, and a love of learning.5. Have a commitment to high moral and ethical

standards.6. Have knowledge of Seventh-day Adventist values and

beliefs.7. Possess leadership skills and a commitment to

service.8. Possess the knowledge, skills, and personal attributes

to function effectively in the workplace.9. Possess cultural sensitivity and a global perspective.

Southwestern Adventist University is accredited by theSouthern Association of Colleges and Schools Commissionon Colleges (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia30033-4097, telephone number 404-679-4501) to award:Associate, Bachelor, and Master degrees.

In addition, the University is currently accredited by thefollowing accrediting bodies:


1. Adventist Accrediting Association of SDA Schools,Colleges, and Universities

2. International Assembly for Collegiate BusinessEducation

3. Texas Education Agency4. Texas Board of Nursing5. Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

The University is a member of the following:

1. Council for Higher Education Accreditation2. Council of Independent Colleges3. Independent Colleges and Universities of Texas4. Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities

Southwestern Adventist University does not discriminate onthe basis of gender, religion, disability, race or ethnic origin.The University President, is responsible for compliance. TheUniversity believes the interpretation and implementationof all government laws and regulations are subject toconstitutional guarantees against unreasonableentanglement with or infringement on the religiousteachings and practices of the Seventh-day AdventistChurch. Any regulation or change in regulation adopted bythe Board of Trustees or the faculty at any time shall haveequal authority as the regulations printed in this bulletin orthe student handbook. Each student is responsible forknowing and observing the regulations of the Universityand is responsible for fulfilling the requirements for his orher degree as defined by the University Bulletin.


Admissions

Freshman Admission

Summer Bridge

As a Christian institution providing higher education in theliberal arts and selected professional areas, SouthwesternAdventist University welcomes applications from studentswho will share the vision, values, and ideals of theuniversity, and whose desire for a successful educationexperience will enable them to commit to the total programof learning, development and service. The university iscommitted to equality and does not consider race, gender,age, disability, color, or national and ethnic origin indetermining qualifications for admissions.

Admission is granted to applicants who meet admissionsrequirements and who will uphold the standards of theuniversity in accordance to the Christian principles astaught by the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Students are advised that admission is contingent upon theintegrity of the information submitted to the University.Discovery of false information could be grounds forwithdrawal of the offer of admission or for immediatedismissal. Dismissal would result in forfeiture of all chargespaid and academic credits earned.

To receive priority processing and scholarshipconsideration, applications should be submitted by March1 for the fall semester and November 1 for the springsemester. Application deadline is August 1.

Regular admission requirements

Transcript: submit one of the following

• Official secondary school transcript with a grade pointaverage (GPA) of at least 2.50 (on a 4.00 scale)

• General Education Development (GED) test averagescore of 500 with no score below 450. Texas GED150-159 subject to committee review. 160-200regular admission.

• Home school transcript with courses, grades, anddates of completion with a state-issued certificate ofsecondary school completion if applicable.

• General Certificate of Secondary Education: musthave five (5) passes or more

Test Scores: one of the following

• ACT minimum composite of 17• old SAT minimum of 830 for mathematics and critical

reading• new SAT minimum of 930 for mathematics and ERW

(beginning March 5, 2016)

Early Admission Requirements

• Official secondary school transcript with a GPA of 2.75or above

• ACT or SAT are required to be submitted no later thanMay 30 for merit scholarship and enrollment in fall.Students whose test scores do not meet theminimum requirement may have their admissionstatus changed from Early to Summer Bridge.

Southwestern encourages the TEA Recommended HighSchool Program of 26 credits, which will increase astudent's opportunities for success.

• 4 credits of English/Language Arts• 4 credits of Mathematics, including Algebra I, II, and

Geometry• 4 credits of Science, including Biology, Chemistry, and

Physics• 4 credits of Social Studies, including World History,

World Geography, U.S. History, 1/2 creditGovernment, 1/2 credit Economics

• 1 credit of Physical Education• 1/2 credit of Speech• 1 credit of Fine Arts• 5 1/2 credits of Electives• 2 credits of Foreign Language Studies

Applicants taking Advanced Placement classes shouldconsult the AP examination program in the Academicsection of this Bulletin regarding scores necessary forcollege credit.

Students who do not meet one of the two minimumadmission requirements (GPA or SAT/ACT) must participatein Summer Bridge. Learning takes place in a three-weeksession prior to the beginning of the freshman year andprovides developmental learning support in the areas ofmath, reading, and writing. At the end of thesession, student progress is assessed and students areplaced accordingly in math and English. Summer Bridgeincludes one (1) credit which will apply toward therequirements for a degree. Session cost is $400 whichincludes course instruction, housing, meals, books, fieldtrips and weekend events.


Transfer Admission

Transfer Admission Requirements

Admission to the Nursing Program(Spring semester only)

Admission of InternationalStudents

To receive priority processing and scholarshipconsideration, submit applications by March 1 for fallsemester and November 1 for spring semester.Application deadline is August 1.

• Official transcripts of all college/universities attendedwith a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0

• Students with less than 24 credits will need to submitACT/SAT scores and proof of secondary schoolcompletion

Academic credit earned from regionally accredited collegesand universities will be accepted as transfer credit subjectto the following guidelines:

• Courses with grades of C- or higher will transfer• Even though credit hours are transferable, the hours

may not necessarily apply toward a particular degreeprogram or general education requirements

• All courses taken at a community college transfer aslower-division hours only

• Courses considered technical, developmental/remedial, continuing education, cooperativeeducation, extension, English as a Second Language,and non-credit classes will not transfer

• Transcripts submitted from non-accreditedinstitutions are evaluated on a course by course basis

• Transcripts from universities outside the UnitedStates must be evaluated for the student by anindependent evaluation service. Southwesternrecommends the use of World Evaluation Serviceswww.wes.org

Transfer students who have not completed the generaleducation mathematics requirement and/or the freshmancomposition requirement prior to enrollment at theUniversity should submit the ACT or SAT for English prior toregistering for classes. Required test scores for ENGL 121can be any of the following: SAT critical reading score of450 before March 2016, SAT ERW of 480 beginning April 1,2016, or ACT English of 17.

Applicants who do not meet the published requirementsmay be considered for admission on academic probation. Aletter of intent to succeed along with two references needto be submitted to the Office of Admissions forconsideration by the Admissions Committee.

Completed application deadline is August 1.

1. Apply online to Southwestern Adventist University atswau.edu/apply

2. Submit official transcripts from all colleges attended3. Two professional reference letters4. TEAS Test

August 6 Notification of admission statusOctober15

$200 Nursing deposit to reserve your place inthe January class

November5

Registration opens for spring classes

November15

Be at registration Step 6 to avoid beingdropped from the program.

November15

Deadline to upload documents toCastleBranch:

• Physician's report of physical exam• Current immunizations (MMR, HepB, Varicella, TB,

Tdap, Influenza)• CPR Card (American Heart Association-Basic Life

Support)• Complete fingerprinting process through

CastleBranch

December15

Submit BLUE card from the Texas Board ofNursing to CastleBranch

January 3 Nursing Orientation for all new nursing majors- Required

January 4 Step 7 of registration completedJanuary 7 Classes begin

The application deadline is May 1 for fall semester andOctober 1 for spring semester. Student must be fullyadmitted by June 1 for fall semester and November 1 forspring semester to allow sufficient time for the student toobtain an I-20 and obtain a student visa.

In addition to meeting the freshman or transfer acceptancerequirements, an international student must submit officialcopies of all education documents validated by school ornational officials. These should be in the original language,accompanied by a certified English translation.

Students for whom English is not their native languagemust submit any of the following tests with the minimumscore listed:

• TOEFL* (Test of English as a Foreign Language)• PBT old 550, PBT new 65, IBT 85, CBT 235• IELTS 6.5• iTEP 3.9• PTE 55• Michigan test 80


International Student I-20 process -F1 Visa

Application Procedure forAdmission

Commitment Deposit

Admission of Non-Degree Students

• SAT before March 2016 430 Critical Reading or 23new SAT Reading

• ACT 17 English

or

• Transfer of a minimum of 24 semester credit hoursfrom a college or university where English is thelanguage of instruction.

All students needing an I-20 must meet the following:

• Submit legible copy of valid passport informationpage

• Submit at least three (3) bank statements that giveevidence of income

• Submit the international student deposit of $1000which includes the $200 residence hall room deposit,and a $100 non-refundable processing fee

• Pre-payment of $6500* for undergraduate studentsor graduate students

• Upon receipt of I-20 student must submit payment toSEVIS for I-901.

*If a student is not granted a visa and does not enroll,these funds will be returned minus the processing fee andany transaction fees.

Current immigration laws allow an international studentwith an F-1 Visa to work on campus up to 20 hours perweek during the semester and up to 40 hours per weekduring vacations provided that the student is registered forthe subsequent academic semester. While there are manycampus jobs available, Southwestern does not guaranteestudent employment.

Major medical insurance coverage must be purchasedthrough Southwestern at registration. If a student is alreadyinsured through the SDA system, he/she must providedocumentation of equivalent insurance coverage. Noinsurance coverage refunds will be made after the secondweek of classes.

International students should not leave their homelanduntil they have the following:

• A letter of acceptance from Southwestern AdventistUniversity

• An I-20 from Southwestern Adventist University• A valid passport and F-1 Visa for travel to the United

States of America

Prospective students can apply at no cost online atwww.swau.edu/apply or request an application packet fromthe Enrollment Services Office at [email protected].

• Completed paper applications should be sent to theAdmissions Office with an application fee of $25.00.

• It is the responsibility of the student to request alltranscripts and SAT or ACT scores to be sent to theAdmissions Office at Southwestern AdventistUniversity. These become the property of theUniversity.

• When all documents have been received, theapplication, transcripts and test scores will bereviewed and the Admissions Office will notify theapplicant of the decision.

New students who are accepted need to submit a $50.00Commitment Deposit in order to reserve their place in theentering class. This allows access to student Portal andgives priority processing for financial aid. Priority deadline isMay 1 for fall semester and November 1 for springsemester. Commitment deposits are applied to thestudent's account and are non-refundable if the studentdoes not enroll.

Special permission to register is extended to a variety ofstudents wishing to take classes at the University. Academictranscripts are not required. Tuition and fee charges forthese students are provided in the financial section of thisBulletin.

Non-degree students desiring to change to degree statusmust apply and meet all regular admission requirements.

Audit. Students who plan only to audit a class must submita Special Student Admission Application and a request forregistration.

Individual Distance Learning (IDL). Students taking on-line courses who do not wish to enroll for a degreeprogram must submit an application and a request forregistration.

Dual Credit/Dual Enrollment. The University has severalprograms available to high school students to takeUniversity courses on-line, on-campus, or at a Unionacademy. Students interested in these programs shouldcontact the Office of Admissions and submit an applicationand a request for registration.

Teacher Certification. Individuals who need specificcourses for certification must submit an application and arequest for registration. Students interested in certificationshould consult the Department of Education section in thisBulletin.


Readmission to the University

Admission of Post-BaccalaureateStudents

Transient. Students enrolled at another college oruniversity who wish to take a course must submit anapplication and a guest letter from their college oruniversity.

Students seeking readmission after being unenrolled forone year must reapply and submit official transcripts fromany subsequent college or university to the Office ofAdmissions.

Returning students will be readmitted provided there areno academic sanctions, disciplinary actions, or financialholds restricting enrollment. Students who are readmittedafter two or more semesters of non-attendance must meetthe degree requirements of the Bulletin in effect at the timeof readmission.

Southwestern Adventist University offers four-yeargraduates of any accredited college or university, includingSouthwestern, the opportunity to take additionalundergraduate classes, to complete anotherundergraduate degree or to apply for graduate studies.Admission policies will apply to these students as follows.

• Additional classes only as a non-degree student• Additional undergraduate degree as a transfer

student

The tuition discount for post-baccalaureate students is 50%of full tuition cost.


FinancesCosts

Credit Hour Charge

Meal Plan Choices

Residence Hall Requisites

Off-Campus Living: Must meet thefollowing requirements and beapproved by the Dean of Students

Tuition, Room & Board Costs

Full-Time Student Package Semester YearTuition (12-17 credit hours) $10,452 $20,904SA Fee 110 220Technology Fee 220 440Total Tuition and Fees $10,782 $21,564Residence hall room 1,900 3,800

Courses taken below the 12-17 hour package will becharged at $871 per credit hour. Courses taken above the12-17 hour package will be charged at $653 per credit.

Meal Plan Choices (required for resident hall students)

Meal Plan

• $1,900 (per semester - includes $125 for the Knight'sMarket and Grill*)

This meal plan is required for undergraduate studentsunder the age of 22 who have 89 or less cumulative credithours on their Southwestern transcript. This plan is forunlimited access to the cafeteria seven days per week.

Meal Plan 22

• $1,100 (per semester)

Undergraduate students who are 22 years of age or older,seniors (90+credit hours), or off-campus students mayselect either the regular Meal Plan or Meal Plan 22. MealPlan 22 is not unlimited access. The student is charged bythe meal for each entry to the cafeteria with a $50 per daylimit, until the $1,100 is used. A portion of this plan is usedup each week regardless of entry into the cafeteria. Anyportion of the $1,100 may be spent in the Knight's Marketand Grill*.

*The Knight's Market and Grill offers a variety of hot mealsand made-to-order sandwiches as well as breakfast items,smoothies, snacks and beverages.

Please note these guidelines before selecting a meal plan:

1. A processing fee will be assessed for any changes tomeal plans after the close of registration.

2. Refunds are on pro-rata basis only when withdrawingfrom school or moving from the residence hall.

3. Meal plans may not be shared with other students orguests.

Student Package includes:

• Tuition for a 12-17 hour class load• Cap and gown for graduation• Diploma

*A room in one of the residence halls beginning the Sundayof the week classes begin.

*Meals at the cafeteria:

• Fall Semester - beginning with the Sunday eveningmeal the week classes begin

• Spring Semester - beginning with the Sunday eveningmeal the week classes begin

• Reduced hours during Thanksgiving and Spring break• The cafeteria website will show the holiday and

inclement weather day schedules.

Use of the following:

• Library• Computer Laboratories• Science Laboratories• Athletic Facilities• Student Center• Counseling Services

* These items are included in the Residence Hall StudentPackage only.

All unmarried students under 22 years of age, taking six ormore credit hours, are required to live in one of theUniversity's residence halls. Residents are also required ameal plan offered through the cafeteria. Students whoofficially withdraw from Southwestern Adventist Universitywill not be permitted to live in the residence hall after theirofficial withdrawal date.

• Be 22 years of age, or• Taking six or less credit hours, or• Have earned a bachelor's degree, or• Live with immediate relatives (parents, grandparents,

or siblings over 24 years of age in an establishedresidence), or

• Be a senior with a good citizenship record, 90+ credithours, and cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater

Single students must live with the same gender, unlessliving with parents or grandparents.


Residence Hall Deposit

Private Room Fees

Other Tuition and Fees

Audit Tuition

Computer Science Program Fees

Consortium Agreement

Distance Education Program

Distance Education Program - Technology Fee

Education Program Fees

Freshman Orientation Fee

Course Fees

Examination Fees

General Fees

To reserve a room, students are required to pay a generaldeposit of $200 to the respective residence hall. Thedeposit will be held until the student graduates, moves outof the residence hall, or withdraws from the University.Deposits are refunded to the student's account and will bereleased if there is no balance due. The deposit isrefundable on condition that the checkout procedure ofthe residence hall is followed (see Residence HallHandbook). Should a student cancel an application foradmission before August 1, the deposit will be refunded.

Private room fees are an additional $950 per semestersubject to space availability, dean approval, and financialclearance.

Tuition to audit a course is $100 per credit hour, unless it ispart of the tuition package. The SA fee and technology feewill be waived, but course and lab fees that are part of anaudited class are not waived for audit-only students. Audit-only students will not have access to university services.Some courses are not available for audit.

Computer Science majors will be charged a $100 ProgramFee each semester.

Under a consortium Southwestern gives credit for coursestaken at the other schools on the same basis as if itprovided the training itself. The Consortium Agreement isinitiated by the student and approved by both institutions.Students will be charged an administrative fee of $100 forthis process.

Distance Education Program tuition is $697 per credit hour.There are no payment plans for this program. All chargesmust be covered at the time of registration through aid,credit/ debit card and/or cash. Distance Education PriorLearning Assessment recording fee is $75 per course.Additional information about the Distance EducationProgram can be found on page 67. Because this is adiscounted program, no Southwestern scholarships areavailable to students in this program.

Technology Fee for Distance Education students will beprorated based on course load. $55 per course, with amaximum of $220 per semester.

Any student seeking Secondary Certification in Education ora major in Education will be charged a $100 Program Feeeach semester.

Attendance at Freshman Orientation is required of allfreshmen students. A fee of $350 will be assessed for thisorientation.

• Art Class supply fee - $40• ACSM Personal Training Certification - $289• Advanced Video Production - $150• Athletic/SWAT Fee - $80• Audio Production lab fee - $150• Business Policies and Strategies - $110• Each Biology lab course fee - $40• Each Biology course that includes a 4-day field lab -

$140• Each Chemistry lab course fee - $40• Film Production supply fee - $150• FIRS/FIRT/EMSP course fee - $25• Golf course fee - $100• Independent class fee - $100 per credit hour• Lifeguard Training Fee - $80• Media Techniques supply fee - $150• Music Ensemble fee - $50• Photo and Graphic editing lab fee - $150• Photography lab fee - $150• Photojournalism lab fee - $150• Principles of Marketing fee - $30• Video Production lab fee - $150• Visual Communication supply fee - $150

• Challenge, waiver, and validation preparation fee -$85• CLEP and challenge examination recording fee - $25• Michigan Test of English Proficiency - $25• Fees for exams such as Career, Aptitude, and

Personality; CLEP; Michigan Test of EnglishProficiency; and SAT or ACT vary by exam. These feesmust be paid in advance of taking the exam. Specialexaminations may also carry a preparation andrecording fee.

Student Association Fee - $110 each semester is requiredof all undergraduate students.


Fees

Graduate Program

Medical Laboratory Science

Music Lessons

Nursing Tuition Surcharge/Program Admission Fee

Psychology Program Fees

Senior Citizens

Study Abroad Program

Summer Program

Student Missionary/Task Force Program Charges

Other Expenses

Books

Checks

Field Trip Costs

Fines

Technology Fee - $220 each semester is required of allstudents.

Fees are non-refundable after close of registration.

Graduate Program tuition is $871 per credit hour.Graduate hours are charged separately from theundergraduate tuition package. For further informationabout the graduate programs and available scholarships,please refer to the Graduate Bulletin.

Medical Laboratory Science students will be charged anadministrative fee of $100 per semester during their clinicalyear. Check with the advisor regarding tuition and fees.Southwestern scholarships are not available for the clinicalyear during which the courses are taken at anotherinstitution.

Music lessons are $350 per semester above the cost oftuition (based on a minimum of ten half-hour lessons).There are no refunds after the second week of thesemester.

• $200 non-refundable deposit is required to reserveyour place in the January class.

• $500 nursing fee is assessed the first semester in theNursing Program.

• A $300 tuition surcharge is assessed for each clinicalnursing course.

• Drug testing will take place during the first semester.A fee of $39 will be payable at that time.

• Background check as required by clinical facilities willbe completed during the first semester. A fee of $40will be payable at that time.

• Subscription to CastleBranch compliance tracker. Afee of $30 will be required to set up a CastleBranchaccount.

Psychology majors will be charged a $50 Program Fee eachsemester.

Psychology, emphasis School Guidance majors will becharged a $100 Program Fee each semester.

The tuition rate for senior citizens (65+) is $100 persemester hour for courses taken for audit or credit. Thisdoes not apply to the distance education, nursing classesor discounted programs. There must be space available inthe class.

Adventist Colleges Abroad (ACA) students must submit anon-refundable $100 application fee for the academic yearstudy abroad program. There is a $30 application fee forthe summer program.

Students who study abroad through a college or universitythat is not affiliated with Adventist Colleges Abroad will becharged an administrative fee of $100 per semester.

• Summer school tuition for on-campus courses is 75%of regular tuition.

• On-line courses are charged at 80% of regular tuition.• Graduate classes are $871 per credit hour.• GEOL 240 The Dinosaur field course is $290 per

credit hour.• HNRS 275 or 375 The Honors Study Tour is $436 per

credit hour.• Summer Bridge Program $400• BIOL 225 Field Biology is $436 per credit hour.• BIOL 325 Field Ecology is $436 per credit hour.

Students who spend one year of their education as astudent missionary or task force worker will be enrolled in12 credit hours each semester. By this the Universityrecognizes the legitimate full-time educational value of thisexperience. Six of these credit hours will count as electivecredit toward graduation, while six will be non-credit hours.The student will be charged $300 tuition each semester fora total of $600 for the academic year. An application/processing fee of $150 is charged at the time of application.

Students are given the opportunity to indicate if they wantto charge books to their student account through BBACorporation, the University textbook provider, during theon-line registration process. Students may charge up to$600 to their student account per semester.

Returned checks not honored by the bank carry a $35charge.

Students will pay for their own food and lodging on classtrips.

An assembly fine of $10 will be assessed for each absencebeyond the two absences allowed in a semester. Thecafeteria will assess fines for infractions of cafeteria policy.


Graduation Dues

Identification Card

Insurance

Late Registration Fee

Low Balance Write-Offs

Transcripts/Diplomas

Payment Plans

The library will assess fines for overdue library materialsand lost items. Residence halls will assess fines forimproper checkouts, lost keys, and infractions of residencehall policies.

Miscellaneous fines may be assessed as deemedappropriate by the administration.

Graduation class dues are a mandatory non-refundable feethat covers expenses such as class gift, 25 graduationannouncements, and miscellaneous class activities. Theamount of this fee is voted by the senior class each year.This fee applies to campus as well as Distance EducationProgram students. When a student returns to obtain anadditional degree and graduation dues were paid as aninitial Southwestern graduate, only half of the dues will berequired for each subsequent graduation class. Graduationdues are charged to the student account at the beginningof the semester in which the student will graduate.

An ID card is provided to the student for cafeteria, library,and athletic facility use. The card is valid as long as thestudent is enrolled. There will be a $10 cash replacementcharge for a lost, stolen, or damaged card. No student ID isissued to students who are auditing classes only.

Automobile insurance is the responsibility of the student.The University does not carry insurance covering theft, loss,or damage of any kind.

Medical insurance is required for all students registered for6 or more credit hours. Medical insurance can bepurchased at registration for the academic year if thestudent is not covered by another plan. No refunds will bemade after the second week of classes.

Immigration requires that all international students havetwelve-month medical insurance coverage while in theUnited States. International students must purchase majormedical insurance coverage through the University at thetime of registration. Medical insurance from a homecountry will not be accepted. If a student is insured throughthe SDA General Conference system, the internationalstudent must provide documentation of equivalentinsurance coverage. No refunds will be made after thesecond week of classes.

Personal property insurance is the responsibility of thestudent. The University is not responsible for the loss ofpersonal property by fire, theft, or other causes. It isrecommended that students arrange for insurancecoverage of their personal belongings with an insuranceagency of their choice. Residence hall students are advisednot to keep money in their rooms.

A fee of $200 cash is required for requests to finishregistration after the close of registration.

Credits or debits of less than $5 will be written off at theend of the semester.

Southwestern Adventist University transcript services areprovided by Parchment Exchange – including request andpayment. The link to this service is located on the webportal. Costs: electronic transcripts - $5, paper mailedtranscripts - $7, and additional charges for overnight andinternational mailings. Currently enrolled Southwesternstudents and Southwestern Union Conference Teachersneed to contact the Records Office at 817-202-6200. Atranscript is collateral for any unpaid student accountbalance. Transcripts and diplomas are not released if astudent's account is not paid in full, if the student has notcompleted federal student loan counseling, if governmentloans are not current in repayment, or if the academic file isincomplete. If a check to pay off a student account balanceaccompanies a transcript request, the transcript will beheld until the check is cleared. Requests accompanied bycredit card information, a money order or a bank draft isprocessed more quickly. Replacement diplomas will beassessed a $50 charge. (See Transcripts, Requesting onpage 42.)

Southwestern offers three payment plans for fall and springsemesters to help students manage their universityexpenses. Classes taken during the summer require fullpayment at the time of registration for each module.

Plan I - Cash

Full payment of semester charges that are not covered bystudent aid.

Plan II - Four-payment Institutional Education Loan(0% interest)

Under this plan, students are required to pay 65% of thesemester charges at registration. Financial aid can beapplied to the 65% payment. The remaining balance will bea zero percent interest loan divided equally over fourpayments due the 10th of each month, as follows:

Fall Semester

• July 15 Registration payment, minimum of 65%of semester charges

• August 10 First payment• September 10 Second payment• October 10 Third payment• November 10 Final payment - balance owed on

account

Students must go to the University portal in July to choosethis payment option at www.portal.swau.edu.


http://www.portal.swau.edu/

Plan I - Cash

Plan II - Four-payment InstitutionalEducation Loan (0% interest)

Spring Semester

• December 15 Registration payment, minimum of65% of semester charges

• January 10 First payment• February 10 Second payment• March 10 Third payment• April 10 Final payment - balance owed on

account

Students must go to the University portal in December tochoose this payment option at www.portal.swau.edu.

Plan III - Three-payment Institutional Education Loan(0% interest)

Under this plan, students are required to pay 65% of thesemester charges at registration. Financial aid can beapplied to the 65% payment. The remaining balance will bea zero percent interest loan divided equally over threepayments due the 10th of each month, as follows:

Fall Semester

• At Registration Registration payment, minimum of65% of semester charges

• October 10 First payment• November 10 Second payment• December 10 Final payment - balance owed on

account

Spring Semester


• February 10 First payment• March 10 Second payment• April 10 Final payment - balance owed on

account

Any additional charges the student incurs during thesemester will become a part of the institutional loan forpayment plans II and III. These additional charges will beadded to the next payment due. All institutional loans areto be paid in full by the end of the semester.

The University is advancing value to students in the form ofeducational services and a student’s right to register isexpressly conditioned upon the student’s agreement to paythe costs of tuition and fees and any additional costs whenthose charges become due. Regardless of the student’seligibility for financial aid, the student is personallyresponsible for the full amount assessed as a result of thestudent’s registration. In addition, failure to pay the costs oftuition and fees will result in a financial hold on thestudent’s record which will prevent release of the student’sacademic transcript and diploma. The University may referany past due account for collection and may authorize legalaction against the student for the collection of this debt.

The student is liable for all reasonable collection costs,including attorney fees, court costs, and other chargesnecessary for the collection of a past due account.

Methods of Payment

Online -- Current students may pay online with a credit ordebit card through their student portal.

Phone call -- Payments may be made to a credit or debitcard by calling the cashier at 817-202-6299.

In-person -- Payments may be made by cash, check, ordebit/credit card at the Cashier's Office on campus.

Mail -- Check or money orders may be sent to StudentFinancial Services.

Wire Transfer -- See instructions at www.swau.edu/bank-wire-instructions

Full payment of semester charges that are not covered bystudent aid.

Under this plan, students are required to pay 65% of thesemester charges at registration. Financial aid can beapplied to the 65% payment. The remaining balance will bea zero percent interest loan divided equally over fourpayments due the 10th of each month, as follows:

FallSemesterJuly 15 Registration payment, minimum of 65% of

semester chargesAugust 10 First paymentSeptember10

Second payment

October 10 Third paymentNovember10

Final payment - balance owed on account

Students must go to the University portal in July to choosethis payment option at www.portal.swau.edu.

Spring Semester December 15 Registration payment,minimum of 65% of semester charges January 10 Firstpayment

February 10 Second paymentMarch 10 Third paymentApril 10 Final payment - balance owed on account

Students must go to the University portal in December tochoose this payment option at www.portal.swau.edu.


http://www.portal.swau.edu/

http://www.swau.edu/bank-wire-instructions


Plan III - Three-paymentInstitutional Education Loan (0%interest)

Methods of Payment

Tuition, Room & Board InstitutionalRefund

Return of Federal/State Funds

Under this plan, students are required to pay 65% of thesemester charges at registration. Financial aid can beapplied to the 65% payment. The remaining balance will bea zero percent interest loan divided equally over threepayments due the 10th of each month, as follows:

Fall Semester


• October 10 First payment• November 10 Second payment• December 10 Final payment - balance owed on

account

Spring Semester


• February 10 First payment• March 10 Second payment• April 10 Final payment - balance owed on

account

Any additional charges the student incurs during thesemester will become a part of the institutional loan forpayment plans II and III. These additional charges will beadded to the next payment due. All institutional loans areto be paid in full by the end of the semester.

The University is advancing value to students in the form ofeducational services and a student’s right to register isexpressly conditioned upon the student’s agreement to paythe costs of tuition and fees and any additional costs whenthose charges become due. Regardless of the student’seligibility for financial aid, the student is personallyresponsible for the full amount assessed as a result of thestudent’s registration. In addition, failure to pay the costs oftuition and fees will result in a financial hold on thestudent’s record which will prevent release of the student’sacademic transcript and diploma. The University may referany past due account for collection and may authorize legalaction against the student for the collection of this debt.The student is liable for all reasonable collection costs,including attorney fees, court costs, and other chargesnecessary for the collection of a past due account.

Online -- Current students may pay online with a credit ordebit card through their student portal.

Phone call -- Payments may be made to a credit or debitcard by calling the cashier at 817-202-6299.

In-person -- Payments may be made by cash, check, ordebit/credit card at the Cashier's Office on campus.

Mail -- Check or money orders may be sent to StudentFinancial Services.

Wire Transfer -- See instructions at www.swau.edu/bank-wire-instructions

Refunds to students dropping all, or some, classes will beprorated on a weekly basis as shown in the chart below.The date of withdrawal is based on the date the studentfiles a drop voucher with the Records Office.

Week Refund % TuitionRegistration Week 90%Second Week 60%Third Week 40%Fourth Week 20%Fifth Week 0%

Room and board charges will continue until the student'spersonal belongings have been removed from theresidence hall and clearance has been filed with theresidence hall dean. Room and board refunds are proratedon a daily basis.

Refunds are not made on these items:

1. Insurance2. Missed cafeteria meals3. Music lessons two weeks after registration day4. SA fee5. Technology Fee6. Unattended classes

When a student receives federal student aid funds andsubsequently withdraws from the University, a portion ofthese funds may have to be returned to the FederalGovernment. The return amount is based upon thepercentage of assistance earned up to the date ofwithdrawal within the enrollment period. No return isrequired after the 60% point in time. Repayment to federalstudent aid funds will be made in the following order:Unsubsidized Federal Direct Loan, Subsidized FederalDirect Loan, Federal PLUS Loan, Federal Pell Grant, FederalSEOG, TEACH Grant, other federal funds. If it is determinedthat the student must return funds which were receiveddirectly, the student may set up a repayment plan throughStudent Financial Services. The University will apply thispolicy to all federal student aid recipients.

Return of State aid funds is calculated independently of thefederal funds, according to State guidelines. During the first




Financial Aid

Federal Grant Programs

Federal Pell Grant

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant(FSEOG)

TEACH Grant

Financial Aid — State GrantPrograms

Tuition Equalization Grant (TEG)

Federal/State Employment Programs

week of the semester, 70%; second week 60%; third week40%, fourth week 20%; and, the fifth week and thereafter,0%.

To receive federal or state aid, a student must meet certaineligibility requirements. Some of the basic requirementsinclude U.S. Citizenship or permanent residency; highschool diploma, GED, 60+ transferable college credits, orhome school certification; and academic standards.

Eligibility for the following programs is based upon receiptand evaluation of the Institutional Student InformationRecord (ISIR), which is the result of the Free Application forFederal

Student Aid (FAFSA). To be guaranteed the maximum awardfor which the student is eligible, the FAFSA must becompleted by Southwestern's priority date of March 1.Students are automatically considered for all grants forwhich they may be eligible.

This is a federally funded grant available to undergraduatestudents enrolled in a program leading to a degree. Theactual award for each student is determined by the U.S.Department of Education through evaluation of the FAFSA.The annual award ranges from $652 to $6,095. Studentsmay receive a lifetime limit of the equivalent of 6 years ofundergraduate studies for a baccalaureate degree.Students who receive Pell Grants may have funds availableto them for books during the first week of classes eachsemester. The student may either choose to charge thecost of their books to their student account through theUniversity sponsored bookstore, or, if their aid results in acredit on their account, funds will be given to the student topurchase their books.

This grant is funded through a combination of federal andUniversity funds and is dependent on funding levelsapproved by the federal government. Annual awards atSouthwestern range from $100 to $1,500 and are awardedto students who are also eligible for Federal Pell Grant.Students must complete the FAFSA by January 15 to beguaranteed receipt of this award.

This is a non-need based program that provides up to$4,000 per year to students enrolled in an eligible programand who agree to teach as a highly qualified teacher in ahigh-need field, at a low-income elementary or secondaryschool for at least 4 years within 8 years of completing theprogram for which the TEACH Grant was awarded. Failureto complete the required teaching service results in

conversion of the TEACH Grant to a Federal DirectUnsubsidized Loan with interest accruing from the date thegrant was disbursed. A student may receive up to $4,000per year with an aggregate limit of $16,000. Applicantsmust complete a FAFSA, sign an Agreement to Serve, andbe completing coursework necessary to begin a career inteaching. A minimum 3.25 cumulative GPA is required.Southwestern will award a TEACH Grant only after thestudent has been accepted to the Education Program.

Information about grants available through your state ofresidence may be viewed at http://www.studentaid.ed.gov/and clicking "state government". Eligibility for the followingprograms is based on the results of the Free Application forFederal Student Aid (FAFSA). Some individuals who are notU.S. Citizens or U.S. Resident Aliens may have establishedresidency in the state of Texas and may be eligible forTexas grants. Contact Student Financial Services for aTASFA application.

The State of Texas has established a program to helpequalize tuition between state-sponsored institutions andindependent universities. To qualify for this grant a studentmust establish eligibility through the FAFSA (or TASFA forstudents who have established domicile in Texas and arenot U.S. Citizens or Resident Aliens), be a Texas resident,not be a recipient of an athletic scholarship, and not beenrolled in a theological degree program. Annual awards at

Southwestern range from $100 to $3,200. Recipients mustbe enrolled at least three-quarter time. At the end of theacademic year in which a student receives a renewal awardthe student must:

1. maintain an overall grade point average of at least 2.52. complete at least 75% of coursework attempted3. as an undergraduate student complete at least 24

credit hours in their most recent academic year; as agraduate student, complete at least 18 credits in theirmost recent academic year

Eligibility for the following programs is based upon theresults of the FAFSA. These programs are designed to givestudents work opportunities to help with Universityexpenses and obtain experience that will complement eachrecipient's educational program or career goals. Studentsindicate on their FAFSA if they want to be considered for awork-study award. Funds are awarded on a first come, firstserved basis to students who have remaining eligibility foradditional aid they may receive during the school year.Southwestern awards approximately $2,200 for the year.Students receive the portion of their award that is actuallyearned through their work-study job.


http://www.studentaid.ed.gov/

Federal Work-Study (FWS)

Texas Work-Study (TWS)

Financial Aid — Student LoanPrograms

Federal Student Loans

Federal Unsubsidized Direct Loan

Federal Direct PLUS Loan

State Loan Programs

College Access Loan

B-On Time Loan Program

Private Education Loans

This is a federal program. Students work on campus, or in acommunity service job, and are paid at least minimumwage with paper checks that can be picked up onscheduled pay days at the Business Office Cashier window.

This is a state-sponsored program. Students work oncampus and are paid at least minimum wage with paperchecks that can be picked up on scheduled pay days at theBusiness Office Cashier window.

Eligibility for federal loans is based upon results of theFAFSA. Loans require completion of an initial masterpromissory note. Students receiving any of the followingloans (except the Federal PLUS Loan) must completeentrance counseling before receiving the firstdisbursement of their loan and must have exit counselingbefore graduating or withdrawing from the University.Loans normally have a ten-year repayment period.Students may receive loans for up to 150% of the timeneeded to complete an undergraduate degree. Visitwww.studentaid.ed.gov for additional information onfederal loans, including interest rates, origination fees, andrepayment options. Federal Direct Loan

This is a federally regulated undergraduate loan programwith the U.S. Department of Education. Undergraduatestudents may borrow up to $3,500 at the freshman level,$4,500 at the sophomore level, and $5,500 at the juniorand senior levels, up to a maximum of $23,000. Repaymentbegins six months after the student is no longer enrolledon at least a half-time basis.

Students who have limited or no eligibility for the FederalDirect Loan may apply for the Federal Unsubsidized DirectLoan. In addition to the Direct Loan limits, dependentundergraduate students may borrow $2,000 each yearfrom the Federal Unsubsidized Direct Loan. In combinationwith the Direct Loan maximums, independentundergraduate students may borrow $9,500 at thefreshman level, $10,500 at the sophomore level, and$12,500 at the junior and senior levels with an aggregatelimit of $57,500. Interest payments can be made during thein-school period or will be capitalized.

Parents of dependent students may borrow under this loanprogram. A parent may borrow up to the cost of

attendance minus any other aid the student is receiving.Repayment begins on the date of the last disbursement forthat loan period.

The college Access Loan Program provides alternativeeducational loans to Texas students who are unable tomeet the cost of attendance. A student must be a Texasresident, be enrolled at least half-time in a course of studyleading to an associate's, bachelor's, or graduate degree,meet satisfactory academic progress requirements, andhave good credit standing or provide a cosigner who hasgood credit standing and meets other requirements.Students may borrow an amount up to the cost ofattendance less other financial aid. A 0%, 3% or 5%origination fee will be deducted from the proceeds of eachloan, depending on credit qualifications. Interest is a fixedannual rate of 4.5%. Apply at www.elmselect.com.

The Texas B-On Time Loan program is a zero-interest loanthat is forgiven if recipients graduate 'on time' with a 3.0 orhigher GPA. The availability of BOT loans is dependentupon funding by the Texas Legislature. Eligibilityrequirements are as follows:

1. Texas resident2. Graduated in the 2002-2003 academic year or later,

under the recommended high school program from apublic or accredited private high school in Texas orreceived an associate's degree from an eligibleinstitution no earlier than May 1, 2005.

3. Has not earned a baccalaureate degree4. Enrolled full time in an undergraduate degree

program, and5. Has completed a FAFSA and is eligible to receive

federal financial aid.

Southwestern Adventist University encourages all studentsto file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)and be considered for all available aid programs. Afterexhausting the opportunities available from the federal aidprograms, many students will consider private loanprograms as a source of funding. As always, taking on debtfor any reason should be done with considerable thoughtand only for the amounts needed. Additional informationregarding the availability of federal student aid is availablefrom the U.S. Department of Education atwww.federalstudentaid.ed.gov.

The terms and conditions of credit-based private loanprograms vary, and as such, students are encouraged to


http://www.studentaid.ed.gov/

Applying for Federal/State Aid(Priority Date: March 1)

Determining Financial Need

Financial Aid Availability

Contractual Studies and FinancialAid

review the details of the programs before selecting aprivate loan program. Private loans are not eligible for loanconsolidation programs made available for federal studentloans. Interest rates, fees (both at the time of borrowingand at repayment), credit checks, and annual andaggregate loan limits require careful evaluation by thestudent as a consumer.

As part of the application process, students will be requiredto complete the Private Education Loan Applicant Self-Certification Form available through their lender's website.Students may also obtain a Self-Certification Form from theoffice of Student Financial Services. Information needed tocomplete this form, such as cost of attendance, may beobtained from the student's Award Notification. The Cost ofAttendance can be found in the Private Education Loanssection on the University website.

Students can find a list of lenders who have made loans toSouthwestern Adventist University students in the past athttps://www.elmselect.com. There is also an option tosearch for additional lenders. Southwestern will processloan applications from any legitimate lender. Students andfamilies DO NOT have to select one of the lenders listed onSouthwestern's ELM website.

When students complete their FAFSA by the March 1preceding the academic year during which they will enroll,they are guaranteed the maximum in grant money forwhich they have eligibility.

Complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)new or renewal application at: www.fafsa.ed.gov. If studentdoes not have access to the internet, he can request apaper application by calling 1-800-433-3243 or print anapplication from www.federalstudentaid.ed.gov. Theapplication is available in English or Spanish.

Southwestern requests the following to award aid:

1. Results of your FAFSA.2. Some aid applications require additional verification.

Students will be informed of the additional documentrequirements.

Financial need is calculated by subtracting the student'sexpected family contribution from the cost of education.

Cost of Education includes estimates for tuition, fees,books, supplies, room, board, transportation, and personalexpenses.

Expected Family Contribution (EFC) is the amount a familycan be expected to contribute to educational costs. Thefederal processing center arrives at this figure by evaluatingthe answers given by parents and students on the FreeApplication for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Financial Need is the maximum amount of aid a studentmay receive from all sources when the student accepts anyfederal or state aid. Aid that is considered a part of thestudent's aid package includes: Federal loans, grants, andwork-study; state loans, grants, and work

study; private scholarships, and educational subsidy.Federal Direct PLUS Loans and Federal Unsubsidized DirectLoans can be considered a part of the Expected FamilyContribution.

Federal Pell Grants, Federal Direct Loans and Federal DirectPLUS Loans are available to students who have beendetermined eligible for these programs through the federalapplication process. Southwestern receives limitedallocations for the following programs:

• Tuition Equalization Grant (TEG)• Texas College Work Study• Texas B-On Time Loan Program• Texas College Access Loan (CAL)• Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant

(FSEOG)• Federal Work Study

Some students who qualify for these programs may notreceive the award or may receive a minimal award becausethey have not completed the FAFSA by the priority date.Students are encouraged to submit all required forms earlyto receive the maximum in available grant money.

An estimated financial aid award is sent to new studentsupon receipt of the FAFSA. Official financial aidcommitments are made only after the student is acceptedfor admission to the University and the financial aid file iscomplete.

Medical Laboratory Science- Students who attend one ofour affiliated colleges for their final year of study in theMedical Laboratory Science should contact StudentFinancial Services to determine which institution will awardfinancial aid.

Study Abroad (Adventist Colleges Abroad) - Enrollment inACA is approved for credit by Southwestern AdventistUniversity and may be considered as enrollment atSouthwestern for purposes of applying for federal studentfinancial assistance.

Study Abroad (Individualized Contract) -A student maysolicit a contractual agreement between Southwestern anda foreign university for a year of study abroad. TheContractual Agreement form may be obtained fromStudent Financial Services. A limited number of applicants


Financial Aid Academic ProgressStandards

Qualitative and QuantitativeComponents

Satisfactory Academic ProgressProcess

Tuition Equalization Grant (TEG)Requirements

Financial Aid Disbursement

Veteran's Benefits

will be approved each year. A fee of $100 will be assessedby Southwestern each semester of study abroad throughthis program.

Southwestern Adventist University's Satisfactory AcademicProgress (SAP) policy specifies the standards a studentmust maintain to be considered making progress in his/hercourse of study. The policy also establishes the criteria bywhich a student who has failed to maintain satisfactoryprogress may reestablish his/her eligibility for federal/statefinancial assistance.

Southwestern's satisfactory progress policy forundergraduate students contains a qualitative componentwhich requires a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 atthe end of each semester for undergraduate work. Thequantitative satisfactory progress policy requirescompletion of a specified percentage of the courseworkattempted as well as a maximum number of credits thatmay be attempted for the completion of a degree.

Attempted Hours Completion Percentage Requiredat 23 50%at 55 58%at 89 67%90 + 67%

Each credit hour completed has a percentage minimumcompletion rate, beginning at 50% and ending at aminimum of 67% for cumulative credits of 90 or greater.

Maximum Attempted Hours

Baccalaureate Degree 192 (128 hour degree) 180 (120hour degree) Associate Degree 96 Master's Degree 54(MEd) 72 (MA)

Academic progress will be reviewed at the end of each fall,spring, and summer term. When a student fails to meet theGPA and/or completion percentage standards they will begiven a warning semester during which they are asked tocomplete a Satisfactory Academic Progress Agreementwherein they meet with their advisor three times over thesemester. If the student is not making satisfactoryacademic progress at the end of the warning semester, thestudent will become ineligible for federal or state aid. Toreceive financial aid at this stage, the student must submitan appeal based on extenuating circumstancesdocumenting the reason the student failed to make SAP.The appeal and documentation will be reviewed by theStudent Finance Committee for approval. A student who

does not meet the prescribed academic plan in subsequentsemesters, will be ineligible for further federal and state aidand may not receive federal student aid until SAPstandards are met. Students who exceed the number ofyears for completion of a degree must complete aSatisfactory Academic Progress Appeal form to be reviewedby the Student Finance Committee. A hold is placed on thestudent's federal and state aid until the SAP agreement hasbeen signed, or an appeal has been approved. Appeals maybe made for the following reasons: 1) The student hasexperienced illness; 2) The death of a relative; 3) Thestudent has a degree plan change; 4) The student, out offinancial necessity, carried an extremely heavy workloadover an extended period of time; 5) Upon recommendationof the Vice President for Academic Administration; 6) At thediscretion of the Assistant Financial Vice President forStudent Finance.

Additional requirements apply to recipients of the TuitionEqualization Grant (TEG). At the end of an academic year inwhich the student receives a renewal award, the studentmust have completed 24 credit hours of coursework duringthe renewal year, and have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 orgreater, with a 75% completion rate. These students mayreceive TEG for no more than five years for a 4-year degreeprogram and three years for an associate degree programfrom the date of the first award. A student may appeal toreceive a renewal TEG if they did not meet therequirements and there were circumstances thatprevented them from attaining the required hours or GPA.In the event of hardship or other good cause, the StudentFinance Committee may allow an otherwise eligible personto receive a TEG while enrolled less than three-quarter timeor if the student's grade point average or number of hourscompleted falls below the satisfactory academic progressrequirements.

Federal Pell Grant/Federal Supplemental EducationalOpportunity Grant/Texas Tuition Equalization Grant -awardis divided over two semesters. The Business Officetransfers funds directly to the student's account.

Federal Direct Loan, Federal Unsubsidized Direct Loan,Federal PLUS Loan - one-semester loans will be disbursedin two disbursements, one at the beginning of the semesterand one midway through the semester. The first loandisbursement for a freshman, first-time borrower will bemade 30 days into the first semester. The Business Officetransfers funds directly to the student's account.

Federal and Texas Work Study - student receives theircompensation through the Business Office at regularlyscheduled payroll periods.

Students with previous military experience may be eligiblefor certain benefits. Contact the Department of Veterans


Student Employment

Tuition Discounts — CanadianDiscount

Tuition Discounts — Lab SchoolGraduate Students

Tuition Discounts — Post-baccalaureate Student (PBS)

Scholarships

Freshman Awards

Award

Affairs (VA) records center and obtain a certificate ofeligibility before school begins. Bring the certification to theSouthwestern Adventist University Records Office. Afterregistration, notification of enrollment will be sent to theVA.

Southwestern Adventist University is committed toproviding a campus job to any student taking six or morecredit hours. Students apply for a job by going directly tothe department for which they wish to work, or bycontacting the Student Employment Office. Many campusjobs will require that the student arrange a class schedulethat will allow them to work all morning or all afternooneach weekday. Campus employment requires completionof the Federal I-9 form once the student has madearrangements with a department to work. The I-9 formMUST be turned in before the student can begin working. Astudent should be prepared to show documentation ofidentity and employment authorization. Original documentsare mandatory, copies will not be accepted. Students willsubmit I-9 documentation to Campus Service.

Departments that hire students include:

• Academic Departments• Administrative offices• Building maintenance• Cafeteria• Custodial• E.G. White Research Center• Grounds• KGSW Channel 18.1• Laboratories• Library• Media services• Radio Station 88.3• Residence Halls• Security• Switchboard

Other options may be available through the CampusServices Office located next to the Student Center. You mayreach this office by calling (817) 202-6240, during officehours.

Students who have a balance on their school bill canreceive up to 20% of their paycheck. Students receive theirschool compensation through direct deposit at regularlyscheduled payroll periods processed by the Business Officeat regularly scheduled payroll periods. All students mustsubmit their direct deposit information on Portal beforethey begin working.

Canadian citizens residing within Canada are eligible for a$2,000 discount per year.

Students who teach for one of the University's lab schools,a school in a district which has a contract with theEducation Department for student teaching, will receive a50% tuition discount for graduate classes taken on campus.Distance Education classes will be assessed an additionalfee of $65 per credit hour.

Post-baccalaureate students receive a 50% tuition discountfor undergraduate courses. This does not include classes innursing, student teaching, independent study, discountedtuition rates or Distance Education. Likewise, privatelessons, audits, fees, and laboratory charges are notdiscounted. See page 11 for definition of PBS. Studentsreceiving the PBS discount do not qualify for otherUniversity scholarships.

Scholarships are divided and distributed equally over thefall and spring semesters and are not applicable forsummer sessions.

Southwestern scholarships, subsidies and awards cannotexceed costs for tuition (for 12-17 hours) technology andstudent association fees.

Scholarships listed here are available for full-time studentstaking 12 or more hours each semester at Southwestern'scampus.

Southwestern reserves the right to change or amend any ofthe scholarship policies at any time.

A freshman student may qualify for one award from thiscategory. To receive this award, a student must be enrolledfor 12 or more credit hours each semester. Scholarshipsare disbursed over two semesters in an academic year.

Southwestern Award of Excellence $8,000 Trustee $7,000Presidential $6,000 Academic Dean $4,000 Achievement$3,000

These awards include an additional $1,000 credited totuition costs if the student lives in the residence hall. These


Leadership Scholarships

Southwestern Scholars

awards are determined through a combination of thesenior mid-year high school cumulative GPA + SAT/ACTscores.

The GPA is multiplied by 12.5. The ACT is multiplied by 1.4or the SAT (combined Math and ERW scores) is divided by35.5. The sum of the GPA and test calculation give a scorethat determines the award: Southwestern Award ofExcellence 91-100; Trustee Award 85-90; PresidentialAward 80-84; Academic Dean Award 70-79; AchievementAward 60-69.

Students can receive a renewal scholarship for three yearsprovided they meet these criteria. Students must have atleast one semester during consecutive fall and springsemesters with the following GPA's:

1. 3.5 or greater for the Southwestern Award ofExcellence; Trustee Award

2. 3.25 or greater for the Presidential Award3. 3.0 or greater for the Academic Dean Award4. 2.5 or greater for the Achievement Award

Students increase their renewal scholarship up to thePresidential Award level by improving their GPA. Thescholarship increases to the next higher scholarship levelwhen the student:

1. Reaches the minimum GPA requirement of a higherscholarship during consecutive fall and springsemesters in a single academic year, and

2. Completes 12 or more hours of course work each ofthese two semesters.

Likewise, if a student has consecutive fall and springsemesters in an academic year below the expectedminimum, the student will drop to the next lowerscholarship.

Students who begin attending Southwestern in their firstyear of college but do not earn a scholarship for theirfreshman year, have a second chance for a scholarshipbased on their college GPA following the guidelines statedabove.

A break in residency to attend another college or universitymay affect the renewal of these scholarships.

These scholarships are awarded to incoming freshmen atSouthwestern, renewable for up to three years and areover and above any Southwestern academic scholarship forwhich the student qualifies for. If a student has held morethan one office, only one scholarship can be awarded andwill be given for the highest office held.

Award

• Student Association President $1,000• Senior Class President $1,000

• Senior Class Valedictorian $1,000• Student Association Vice President $1,000• Yearbook Editor $1,000

Award

Newspaper Editor $1,000

• Senior or Junior class officer $1,000• Student Association officer $1,000• Leadership - Church/External $1,000• Pathfinder Team Leadership Training $1,000• Certificate (TLTC) or Master Guide $500

Honors Scholarship

Honors Scholarships are given to students who areenrolled in the Honors Program and whose gradeclassification is above the freshman level:

• Sophomore $500• Junior $1,000• Senior $2,000

The final $1000 of the senior award is given only after thestudent has completed his/her senior thesis.

Southwestern Scholars Award - includes all SouthwesternScholarships $20,564 (Full tuition) awarded to studentswho achieve the level of

• Finalist in the National Merit or National AchievementPrograms

• Semifinalists are awarded $10,782 (Half tuition)• National Hispanic Scholar in the National Hispanic

Recognition Program• 99.5 percentile on the ACT or SAT (an ACT composite

of 34 or a combined SAT ERW and math score of1520), Test scores must be from a single national testdate.

This scholarship is renewable if the student maintains a 3.5cumulative GPA and enrolls for 12 or more hours eachsemester. Transfer students who were recognized by theNational Merit organization as a Finalist or NationalHispanic Scholar in the National Hispanic RecognitionProgram and who have at least a 3.5 cumulative GPA arealso eligible for this award. Semifinalist who have at least a3.5 cumulative GPA are eligible for half tuition. Thisscholarship, along with all other Southwestern scholarships,cannot exceed tuition. Likewise, credit balances fromSouthwestern scholarships and resources other than loanswill result in a reduction of this scholarship. Students whoqualify for both the Freshman Award and the SouthwesternScholars Awards, receive the higher of the two.


Transfer Scholarship

Need-Based Scholarships

3-Way Match Scholarship

Callicott Scholarship

Pechero Family Scholarship

Southwestern Union EducationalEndowment Scholarship

General Scholarships

A transfer student, pursuing a first baccalaureate degree,with at least 24 cumulative college credits from othercolleges may qualify for one of the following scholarships:

1. $4,000 if cumulative GPA from prior colleges is 3.75+2. $3,000 if cumulative GPA from prior colleges is

3.50-3.743. $2,000 if cumulative GPA from prior colleges is

3.00-3.494. $1,500 if cumulative GPA from prior colleges is

2.75-2.99

All official transcripts from all previously attended collegesmust be on file with Southwestern before this scholarshipwill be awarded. To receive this scholarship, a student mustbe enrolled for 12 or more credit hours each semester.This scholarship is renewable for two years for studentstransferring 24-55 credits, and one year for studentstransferring 56-89 credits. The

scholarship is not renewable for students transferring 90+credits. This scholarship is renewable only for students whoare in a good academic standing, who maintain acommendable citizenship record.

Need-based scholarships are given to students needingadditional help with expenses after the student haspursued all other sources of aid, including loans. Studentswho have a private residence hall room or excessivemiscellaneous charges such as fines, should not expectthat they will be given need-based aid.

A 3-Way Scholarship allows a student's family, church or aconcerned person, and Southwestern Adventist Universityscholarship funds to assist with payment of theSouthwestern student account. It is the responsibility of thestudent to obtain a commitment from two differentsources. Thus, contributions of $500 each from twodifferent sources may be matched by $500 from theuniversity. While $500 is the maximum award, smaller3-Way donations can also be matched.

It is important to note that application for these funds doesnot mean automatic approval of the Southwesternmatching portion. This match is put on the student'saccount after the student's final payday each semester, andis subject to the following criteria: a) application andacceptance for federal/state grants and loans, b) unmetneed by the federal aid calculation, and c) unmet expensesafter all other aid and student earnings. A student who hasa private residence hall room, has excessive miscellaneouscharges such as fines, or receives educational allowance, isnot eligible to receive a 3-Way Scholarship match. Toreceive the Southwestern match, all contributions must bereceived by December 1 for fall semester and April 1 forspring semester.

The Callicott Scholarship is available to students who mayneed assistance after federal, state, and institutional aid.Applicants must be working, placing earnings on theiraccounts, have applied for federal/state grants and loansfor which they are eligible, and have a minimum GPA of 2.0.This scholarship is awarded late in the semester. A thank-you note is required.

The Pechero Family Scholarship is need-based, and offeredto residents of the following Texas counties: Bee, Bexar,Calhoun, Cameron, Galveston, Harris, Hidalgo, Jackson,Nueces and Willacy. A limited number of these scholarshipsare available and applicants will be individually evaluated asto eligibility. The evaluation takes into considerationapplication for and acceptance of federal/state grants andloans, expected student earnings and academic standing.Applications may be obtained by contacting StudentFinancial Services. All awards for an academic year will bedetermined before the beginning of each fall semester.Students may receive this award for up to four years. Anapplication is required each year. A thank-you note isrequired.

The Southwestern Union Educational EndowmentScholarship is given only to Seventh-day Adventist studentsfrom the Southwestern Union Conference territory who:

1. are enrolled full time at Southwestern AdventistUniversity

2. give evidence of commitment to their local churchprogram and willingness to participate in God's work

3. have an established financial need4. maintain an acceptable scholarship and citizenship

record

Applications may be obtained through Student FinancialServices. Yearly awards range from $300 - $1000. A thank-you note is required.

Scholarships in this section have specific eligibility criteriaas indicated below. Some of these scholarships requireenrollment of at least 12 credit hours for the semester,others will be adjusted for less than full-time study. Thecombination of scholarships, grants, subsidies andSouthwestern discounts cannot exceed charges.Southwestern does not pay its scholarships in cash to thestudent. Southwestern encourages students and parentsto search for scholarships through local service clubs oremployers. Scholarship sources can also be found bysearching the Internet.


Family Discounts

Music Scholarships

Student Missionary & Task ForceWorker Scholarships

Summer Ministries Scholarships

Summer Work Scholarship

Working Policy

Endowment Scholarships

Three or more students from the same family, each takingat least 12 hours of coursework, will receive a 10% discounton tuition. Two students from the same family, each takingat least 12 hours, will receive a 5% discount on tuition.When students marry, they are no longer eligible for thisspecial discount as a member of their parent's household.Married couples, taking at least 12 hours of courseworkeach, may receive the 5% discount on tuition. This discountdoes not apply to PBS or discounted programs.

Festival Performance Scholarship Students must auditionas part of the Southwestern Music Festival. A number ofstudents are chosen as finalists from the auditions. Theselected scholarship finalists will perform at the FestivalShowcase Concert on the eve of the festival. Scholarship isbased on level of performance.

Southwestern awards scholarships to students whosuccessfully complete a full term of service no shorter than8 months in an approved student missionary or task forceprogram. These awards are evenly divided over the twosemesters of the school year immediately following thereturn of the student missionary or task force worker.Student Missionary $1,200 and Taskforce $1,200.

Southwestern students who work between school years ina summer ministries program (such as at a summer campor as a literature evangelist) will receive a scholarship worth75% of whatever portion of their net earnings they apply totheir account, up to $2,000. The student's earnings areapplied to the fall semester and the Southwestern match isapplied to the spring semester. If the student does notreturn for the second semester, this scholarship isforfeited. To receive the full scholarship, a student must beenrolled for 12 or more credit hours in the semester. Thisscholarship will be awarded only in the academic yearimmediately following the summer work. This scholarship isnot available to students taking Distance Education classesor students receiving the PBS.

Students who pay rent for campus housing during thesummer, work a certain number of hours at a campus job,and place at least 80% of their earnings on their studentaccount, may be eligible for a scholarship the followingyear. Applications are available at Student FinancialServices.

For clarification of the working policy for any items in theFinance Section of the Bulletin, contact the AssistantFinancial Vice President for Student Financial Services.

To give formal and public recognition for outstandingscholastic achievement, loyalty to university standards, andexemplary citizenship, the University awards namedscholarships each year. Recipients are selected based oncriteria established by the scholarship donors.

The University is grateful to the donors who supportSouthwestern students by establishing these endowedscholarships. Those interested in creating a namedscholarship may contact the Office of UniversityAdvancement.

• Class of '93 Senior Scholarship• Frank H. Abel Scholarship• Alumni Honoree Scholarship• Marvin & Dee Anderson Scholarship• Victor Baca Scholarship• Isaac Baker Scholarship• Norma P. Bartolome Scholarship• Nathan L. Beebe Scholarship• Thelma Beem Scholarship• Jessie Casey Belz Scholarship• Irene Black Scholarship• Mardian J. Blair Scholarship• Board of Trustees Scholarship• Frances Draper Brennan Scholarship• Edward & Sylvia Brickman Scholarship• Raleigh & Edith Burchfield Scholarship• John & Remy R. Cabansag Scholarship• T.A. Jack Casey Scholarship• Frances I. Clark Scholarship• Jimmie C. Culpepper Scholarship• John & Joan Curnow Student Missionary Scholarship• Dino Dig Field Research Scholarship• Clarence W. Dortch Scholarship• Judson N. Durrant Memorial Music Scholarship• Edwards-Wiest Scholarship• Eli Fund• El Jean Scholarship• Entrepreneurship Award• Joseph & Dina Espinosa Scholarship• Sadie Goodwin-Richardson Scholarship• Lessie Culpepper Hagen Scholarship• Dr. F.E.J. & Marjorie Harder Scholarship


• Orville Lee & Laura Judge Hayes Scholarship• Alvin C. Heinrich Scholarship• Dale Heinrich Music Scholarship• Cecil & Mary Ellen Hopps Scholarship• James K. Hopps Scholarship• Claude Hughes Student Help Scholarship• Victorine Zaidan Kafrouni Scholarship• Ishak Hanna Kafrouni Memorial Scholarship• Cecil E. Lambeth Scholarship• Elder George E. & Pearl Leffler Scholarship• George E. Leffler Theology Scholarship• Florence Lemke Nursing Scholarship• George Mathews Scholarship• Daniel & Ruth McAdams Scholarship• Jason Mickley Scholarship• Raymon & Zora Jean McMullen Scholarship• Cyril & Marian Miller Scholarship Funds• Fred B. & Blanche Gilbert Moore Scholarship• Peggy A. Norris Memorial Scholarship• Sheree Parris Nudd Communication• Odyssey Harbor Scholarship• Shirley Pinterich Scholarship• Charles Popejoy Memorial Scholarship• Bruce Prindle Scholarship• Ed & Janelle Reifsnyder Scholarship• V.L. & Alga Robers Scholarship• Herbert & Irene Roth Scholarship• Alma Saylor Sandefur Scholarship*• Carol Sample and Ben R. Condray Scholarship

• Cree & Mildred Sandefur Scholarship• School of the Prophets Scholarship• E. Frank & Joy Hargrove Sherrill Scholarship• Sicher Family Scholarship• Villa Gillis Sierk Scholarship• Marc Simpson Memorial Scholarship• Eugene Sorensen Scholarship• Spells Family Scholarship• Wes Stoops Scholarship• Southwestern Union Scholarship• Student Association Presidents Scholarship for

Leadership• Grace E. and Eugene V. Thomsen Memorial Honors

Scholarship• Dudley & Reta Kent Tomblinson Scholarship• Trixie Pearl Scholarship• Herman & Birdie Walker Scholarship• Wallen Knight Scholarship• Weis Heritage Scholarship• William V. Wiist Scholarship• Brandon Michael Williams Scholarship• P. Harlan & Jean Wilson Scholarship• Paul L. & Dorothea A. Wilson Scholarship• George W. & Mary A. Winn Scholarship• Wisdom Nursing Scholarship• Ernest & Vera Wolfe Scholarship• Harold L. Wright Scholarship• Perfil & Pauline Zapara Scholarship

* Scholarships for which students must apply.


AcademicsGeneral Academic Information andPolicies

Academic Semesters

Attendance

Class Schedule

Student Class Load

Overload Policy

Academic Policies

The rules and regulations by which a university operates itsprogram are called academic policies. At SouthwesternAdventist University these policies are continually underreview by the faculty to assure consistency with thecurriculum and fairness to students. The Academic PoliciesCommittee oversees the implementation of these policies.

The academic year is divided into semesters:

1. Fall Semester2. Spring Semester3. Summer Semester

The academic calendar shows important dates anddeadlines for each semester.

The University attendance policy requires regular andpunctual class attendance. No assigned work is excusedbecause of absence, no matter what the cause. Records ofclass attendance are kept by the faculty. Students who missan instructional experience are expected to meet with theclass instructor to discuss their absences as soon aspossible. Except for emergencies, the student should makearrangements with his/her teachers prior to any absence.When an accumulation of absences reaches the point ofendangering a student's academic status, the classinstructor should report this situation to the student andthe Vice President for Academic Administration. Theinstructor should not assume that continued absence fromclass indicates an official withdrawal until notified by theRegistrar.

Official university absences may be granted by the VicePresident for Academic Administration for either academicor activity reasons. Academic Absences include class andmajor field trips while Activity Absences include music,mission, gymnastics, and recruitment trips. Faculty or staffwho wish to have an event sanctioned for official universityabsence status must submit the names of all students,including date and hours absent from campus, to the VicePresident for Academic Administration's Office no laterthan one week prior to the date of the activity. The VicePresident for Academic Administration will review andapprove/deny the request as appropriate and forward thenames for publication and distribution to all faculty throughemail. Students may miss classes because of approvedAcademic Absences and may miss up to one class hour foreach credit hour of the class for approved ActivityAbsences. Arrangements for additional absences must beworked out by the student and the teacher involved.Faculty will report to the full faculty the names of students

who actually attended that activity. When an officialuniversity absence occurs, faculty members must eitheraverage work missed or allow the student to make it up atthe faculty member's discretion.

Serious illness or family emergencies may be verified by theVice President for Student Services but are not consideredofficial absences.

Illnesses that will be verified are those involvinghospitalization or serious injury. When a serious illness oremergency has been verified, each instructor should assistthe student in making up missed work or the instructormay average missed work into the student's grade. Facultymembers should specify the appropriate time frame formaking up missed work.

Unapproved absences should not exceed one class hourfor each credit hour of the class. Unapproved absencesbeyond this number may subject the student to a lowergrade, or failure, in the course. Classes missed when astudent registers late will count as unapproved absences.

Class schedules are available on-line through the studentportal. Although every effort is made to be accurate inlisting course offerings, the University reserves the right tomake essential course changes, to discontinue any coursefor which an insufficient number of students register, or tochange the semester in which a course is offered.

A student's class load is the total number of credit hoursenrolled during a semester.

Class Load Credit Hours

Part-time 1-5

Half-time 6-11

Full-time 12-17

Overload 18 or more

In order to graduate in 4 years or eight semesters, astudent's class load must average 15 credit hours persemester. A class load of 12 credit hours meets theminimum class load requirements for F-1 students,financial aid and veterans.

First-time freshmen are not permitted to take more than 17credit hours in a semester. Students desiring to take morethan 17 credit hours must have a minimum cumulative GPAof 3.0, permission from their advisor and department chair,and must not have been on academic warning or academicprobation (or returning from academic suspension) theprevious semester. No more than 21 credit hours ispermitted.


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Communication

Severe Weather Protocol

General Enrollment Policies

Registration without OfficialTranscripts

Late Registration

Changes in Registration

Withdrawal from the University

Individual Study Topics

Directed Group Study

Academic Progression

Auditing

Every registered student is provided with a Southwestern e-mail account (@swau.edu). Regular notices aboutassignments, activities, schedule changes, campus closings,and other important matters are delivered via this account.Students should check their Southwestern account at leastonce a day for these messages. The University viewsannouncements posted here as having been delivered tothe student body.

In the rare event of severe weather, an announcement willbe made indicating that classes will be delayed orcancelled, or that the University will be open as usual onthe following day. Students will receive a text alert from theUniversity.

Registration

Registration is available to all students using the studentportal. Official registration dates are published in theacademic calendar of the Bulletin. Registration is notfinalized until all procedures required by the University arecompleted and financial arrangements finished. Studentswho do not receive financial clearance by the first day ofclasses may have their class registration cancelled. Facultyadvisors are assigned to assist students with registrationand in planning an academic schedule. Advisor and adviseeassignments are maintained by the Registrar and displayedon the student portal. It is important that a studentbecomes familiar with all degree requirements andunderstands the responsibility for completing them.

Students accepted on the basis of an unofficial transcriptwill be allowed to register for classes for one semester.Official transcripts must be on file for a student to registerfor continuing semesters.

Students may be allowed to register after the first week ofthe semester for justifiable reasons. They will be charged alate fee of $200 and must obtain the permission of eachinstructor involved.

Changes in registration may be made according to thefollowing procedures. Classes may be added during thefirst week of each semester with the approval of theinstructor and the student’s academic advisor. Studentsciting unusual circumstances may add a class during thesecond week of classes with special permission of the

instructor. Students may withdraw from individual classesby submitting a change in registration form to the Registrarsigned by the student’s academic advisor.

To officially withdraw from the University, a student mustobtain a withdrawal form from the Registrar. Thewithdrawal form must be signed by a Student FinanceAdvisor and one of the following University personnel: theVice President for Academic Administration, Vice Presidentfor Student Services, or Director of Counseling and Testing.The form must be returned to the Registrar after allsignatures are obtained and the withdrawal will be effectiveas of the date returned. Refunds will be made according toUniversity policy. If a student follows this procedure, a Wwill be recorded for each class for the semester of thewithdrawal. Otherwise, the instructors of the student'sclasses will submit grades which will be recorded on thepermanent record.

Students who officially withdraw will not be permitted tocharge for expenses on campus or live in the residencehalls after their official withdrawal date.

Offers an individualized opportunity for students toresearch a specific topic with direction from the instructor.Students desiring to enroll in an Individual Study Topiccourse must submit a signed Individual Study Topics form,available on the university website, to the Vice President forAcademic Administration. All requests must be approvedand submitted to the Records Office by the last day to adda class. Eligibility for Individual Study Topics requires a 3.0GPA in the proposed area of study, a 2.75 cumulative GPAand appropriate class standing or permission of theinstructor. All requests just be approved and submitted tothe Records Office by the last day to add a class.

Provides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin.Student may be allowed to repeat the course for credit.

A student may register for upper-division classes(numbered 300 and above) provided that she/he hascompleted a general education mathematics course, ENGL121, has completed or is currently registered for ENGL 220,and has completed 30 credit hours of university coursework.

Students wishing to attend a class for personal enrichment,without completing course requirements, may register forthe class on an audit basis with the following provisions:

1. Some courses are not available for audit.


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Repeating a Course

Semester Credit Hour

Independent Class

Internship

Grade Point Average

Grade Reports

Grading, Recording & QualifyingPolicies

2. The signature of the teacher for the class is required.3. Registration to audit a class occurs during

registration, if space is available. Priority for classregistration is given to regularly enrolled students.

4. The level of participation in class requirements andactivities is determined by the instructor.

5. Audited classes do not receive university credits andwill not fulfill any departmental or universitygraduation requirements.

A course in the major or minor in which a student hasearned less than C- must be repeated or, with the consentof the major advisor, may be replaced by another course inthe same area. If a student takes a course and then repeatsit, the highest grade earned will be used in calculating theGPA, though all grades remain on the permanent record.When a course is repeated elsewhere, both the transfergrade and the original grade of the course taken atSouthwestern will be included in the calculation of thecumulative GPA. Students may not receive credit for acourse more than once with the exception of musicperformance and individual study topics, unless specified inthe course description. A course may not be repeated forcredit by examination, but may be taken at another school.

One semester hour equals one 50-minute class period perweek or three clock hours a week in supervised laboratorywork. For each semester hour of academic work earned, astudent is expected to spend two clock hours a week inoutside preparation.

In certain unusual circumstances which jeopardize astudent's academic progress, a catalog-listed course maybe offered on an independent basis. An independent classconsists of course work done outside the classroom underfaculty supervision. Regular meetings will be held with theinstructor. Distance education course work andconferences may be used if available and appropriate.Consequently, a course fee for private instruction will becharged in addition to tuition for the course. Generally, anindependent class will be offered only if there areirreconcilable class schedule conflicts for juniors andseniors with graduation contracts and alternatives like aclass substitution and/ or waiver is not possible. Anindependent class may only be used to repeat a coursewith approval from the Records Office. The faculty advisorsubmits a request on behalf of the student to the instructorof the course and his or her department chair. A form forthis purpose is available on the University's website. Thecourse fee is listed in the finance section of this Bulletin.

An internship is an on-the-job, career-oriented course fortraining in the student's major field. The student must make

arrangements with his or her major department prior tostarting the internship. The student must sign a contractoutlining the number of hours they are expected tocomplete, the written and oral assignments involved,evaluations required, etc. Registration must be completedwithin one academic year of the completion of theinternship.

Two grade point averages are maintained by the University:(1) a semester average based on courses taken during aparticular term, and (2) a cumulative average based on allcollege level work recorded on the transcript.

A student's grade point average (GPA) is computed bydividing the number of grade points by the number ofcredit hours attempted.

Mid-term and final grade reports are available to studentsand advisors through the student portal. Students shouldcheck their grade reports carefully. If a student believes anypart of the report is incorrect, the corrections must bemade within 3 months, unless subject to the AcademicAppeals Procedure. Only the end-of-semester grades arerecorded on the permanent record.

Grade Point Average

Two grade point averages are maintained by the University:(1) a semester average based on courses taken during aparticular term, and (2) a cumulative average based on allcollege level work recorded on the transcript.A student's grade point average (GPA) is computed bydividing the number of grade points by the number ofcredit hours attempted.

Grade Reports

Mid-term and final grade reports are available to studentsand advisors through the student portal. Students shouldcheck their grade reports carefully. If a student believes anypart of the report is incorrect, the corrections must bemade within 3 months, unless subject to the AcademicAppeals Procedure. Only the end-of-semester grades arerecorded on the permanent record.

Grading System

Grade Symbol Grade PointsA 4.0A– 3.7B+ 3.3B 3.0B– 2.7C+ 2.3



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Incomplete Grades

In Progress Grades

Grade Changes

Transcript

Classification of Students

Residency

Academic Commendations &Sanctions

Dean's List/Dean's DistinguishedList

Academic Warning

Academic Probation

C 2.0C– 1.7D+ 1.3D 1.0D– .07F 0.0P PassNP No PassI IncompleteW WithdrawAU AuditIP In ProgressNC No CreditNR Not reported by instructorCR Credit by examination*

*P and CR represent grades of C or better

An incomplete grade of I indicates the student was unableto complete class work because of illness or otherunavoidable circumstances. When an I is received, the worknecessary to complete the class must be finished withinnine weeks after the end of the semester. If the makeupwork is of such a nature that it may require additional time,the student must seek approval of the instructor andrequest permission from the Graduate Council. Forms forthe request are available with the Registrar

A temporary grade of In Progress (IP) may be awarded forcourses that are designed to be completed over more thanone semester, as indicated in the University Bulletin. Thestudent must complete the remaining required work nolater than the end of the following semester (includingsummer). At that time, a final grade must be reported bythe instructor. If a final grade is not reported, the IP gradewill be administratively changed to a grade of "F" or "NP".

A grade may be changed only by the instructor responsiblefor the class. Changes in a grade are made by submitting achange of grade to the Registrar on a form available on theUniversity's website. A student who feels that an impropergrade has been received must notify the faculty memberimmediately upon receipt of the grade. All grades are finalthree months after they are posted.

Southwestern Adventist University transcript services areprovided by Parchment Exchange - including requests andpayment. Costs: electronic transcripts and paper mailedtranscripts - $5, in person pick up - $7. There may be

additional charges for overnight and internationalmailings. A transcript is not released if a student'sfinancial account is not paid in full.

Class standing is calculated after each semester gradingperiod.

• Freshmen have completed 0-23 hours• Sophomores have completed 24-55 hours• Juniors have completed 56-89 hours• Seniors have completed 90+ hours

A student in residence is someone who is regularly andcontinuously enrolled for classes at the University. Astudent breaks residence by not registering for classes fortwo or more semesters.

Students who are not making satisfactory progress aresubject to Academic Sanction Policies involving fourincreasingly serious steps: Academic Warning, AcademicProbation, Academic Suspension, and Academic Dismissal.

The Dean's Distinguished List is for students who have asemester GPA of 3.75 to 4.00 on at least 12 hours ofcompleted college level class work. The Dean's List is forstudents who have a semester GPA of 3.50 to 3.74 on atleast 12 hours of completed college level class work. Onboth lists, at least 12 hours of the class load must begraded courses, not pass, credit, or other suchdesignations, and there may be no incompletes. Specialrecognition is given at the end of each semester tostudents having high GPAs. These include the Dean's Listand the Dean's Distinguished List.

When a student's semester GPA falls below 2.00 while thecumulative GPA remains above 2.00, or in the case of afirst-time freshman, the semester GPA and the cumulativeGPA fall below 2.00, the student and the advisor will receivea letter indicating the student has been placed onAcademic Warning. There are no restrictions on registrationbut the student will be encouraged to enroll in UNIV 011University Strategies the next semester.

When a student's cumulative GPA falls below 2.00 (exceptin the case of a first time freshman as noted under"Academic Warning"), or when the student's semester GPAfalls below 2.00 for two consecutive semesters, that





Academic Suspension

Academic Dismissal

Final Examinations

Multiple Exams

Proficiency Exams

Advanced Placement Exam

student is placed on Academic Probation. Transferstudents admitted to Southwestern with a GPA lower than2.00 will also be placed on Academic Probation. Theprobationary status is communicated in writing to thestudent and the advisor. The Vice President for AcademicAdministration and the Center for Academic Success andAdvising will monitor the student's progress during theprobationary period. A student on Academic Probationmust be aware that her/his academic career is in seriousjeopardy and that some programs and activities, includingfinancial aid, may not be available.

Academic Probation includes the following conditionsdesigned to help students improve their academicperformance:

1. Late registration is not allowed2. Enrollment is limited to 13 semester credit hours and

emphasizes repeating classes for which D or F gradeswere received

3. Enrollment in UNIV 011 University Strategies, unlesscompleted previously

4. A biweekly conference with the Center for AcademicSuccess and Advising

5. Completion of all registered classes with minimumterm GPA of 2.0

A student meeting these conditions continues on academicprobation until the cumulative GPA reaches 2.00.

A student who fails to meet the probation conditionsduring any probationary semester will be placed onAcademic Suspension for one semester. During thesuspension period the student may not register for classesat Southwestern Adventist University. A suspended studentmay apply for readmission to Southwestern AdventistUniversity after successfully completing at least one 12semester hour term at another school.

Suspended students who are readmitted and who then failto raise their cumulative GPA, or have a deficiency whichmakes it unreasonable to anticipate eventual completion ofdegree requirements, will be academically dismissed.Dismissal is a permanent dismissal from the institution.Students academically dismissed may not reenroll in theinstitution at any time.

In order to complete the semester, each student must takefinal examinations as scheduled. The final examinationschedule is part of the class schedule and is available tostudents and faculty through the portal. It is thestudent's responsibility to arrange travel in a mannerthat will not interfere with the examinationschedule. Requests for modification of a student's finalexamination schedule because of unforeseen emergencies

must be arranged through the Academic Standards andPractices Committee. An exception form may be obtainedfrom the Registrar.

Students having three or more final exams on the sameday may make arrangements with the instructor and theVice President for Academic Administration two weeks inadvance to reschedule one exam at another time duringexam week. Forms may be obtained in the Vice Presidentfor Academic Administration's Office.

The University recognizes certain examinations as ademonstration of proficiency for challenging, validating, orwaiving classes. An enrolled student wishing to take anexamination must apply. Application forms for challenge,validation, and waiver examinations are available on theRecords website. Fees for these examinations are listedunder Other Expenses in the Finances section of theBulletin. Proficiency examinations, if completedsuccessfully, will result in credit recorded on the academictranscript.

General Examination Guidelines

1. A student must have approval for an examination onfile with the Registrar before an examination may berecorded on the transcript or degree audit.

2. Credit for a challenge examination may be earnedonly if a student has not already earned credit in asimilar course, taken advanced courses in the area, orwithdrawn from the course.

3. Examinations may not be retaken.4. Examinations may not be used to repeat a course

which has been audited or taken for credit.5. Grades are recorded for University-prepared

challenge examinations and scaled scores arerecorded for AP and CLEP examinations.

6. CLEP examinations, with the exception of foreignlanguages, must be taken during the first year ofresidency.

7. All proficiency examinations must be completed priorto the final two semesters of residence.

The University will grant credit for successful completion ofAdvanced Placement courses and examinations takenduring high school on the following basis:

1. The passing level for all examinations is a score of 3,4, or 5.

2. The transcript will indicate that AP credits have beencompleted by examination. Students must haveofficial scores sent directly to the Registrar forevaluation.




CLEP

Challenge Exam

Validation Examinations

Waiver Examinations

Transfer Credit

Credit for Military Service Schools

3. Maximum of 6 hours of AP history and governmentcredit will be applied toward a history or socialscience major or minor.

AP examinations are taken by students in high school andcredits are evaluated and transferred as part of theadmissions process. These credits are recorded on thetranscript and are available to the student and academicadvisor through the web portal. There is no fee forrecording these credits. A detailed list of the APexaminations, the required scaled score, and the creditaward is available on the University's website and from theRegistrar.

College Level Examination Program or CLEP examinationsare available through the University Counseling and TestingCenter. Students must have official scores sent directly tothe Registrar for evaluation. A detailed list of the CLEPexaminations, the required scaled score, and the creditawarded is available on the University's website and fromthe Registrar. There is a CLEP examination fee and arecording fee.

The faculty of the University may upon request agree toprepare a challenge examination. Although not all classescan be challenged, a currently enrolled student may submita request for the preparation of a challenge exam. Formsfor this purpose are available from the Registrar. There isan examination preparation fee and a recording fee.

Students who have transcripts from non-accreditedcolleges, transcripts showing nontransferable collegecourses, or transcripts from an international college oruniversity may be required to take validation exams. Uponsuccessful completion of the examination, the credit will betransferred and recorded on the student’s permanentrecord. The Registrar will assist the student to have anexamination prepared and administered. There is anexamination preparation fee but no recording fee.

A student may meet an academic requirement such asgeneral education or a course prerequisite by passing awaiver examination. Successful completion of theexamination waives

the curricular requirement but does not result in creditearned. Thus, it does not reduce the total number ofsemester credit hours required for a degree, but it willincrease the available number of elective hours. The resultsof a waiver exam are recorded on the student’s degreeaudit but not on the permanent record or transcript.Students must be currently enrolled to be eligible to submita request for the preparation of a waiver examination.

Forms for this purpose are available from the Registrar.There is an examination preparation fee but no recordingfee.

Generally, college-level courses will transfer if completedwith a C- grade or higher through a regionally accreditedcollege. Because of differences in degree requirements andcourse content, all credits may not apply toward specificgraduation requirements. Vocational credits may beaccepted for transfer in areas of study offered by theUniversity. Developmental courses, including most Englishas a Second Language courses, will not be accepted fortransfer credit. Although permission to register for offcampus classes while enrolled at the University is notrequired, the registrar will, upon request, verify thetransferability of a course offered at another institution.The residency requirement for all baccalaureate degrees isthat the last 36 credit hours earned prior to graduationmust include 30 credit hours in residence. Thisrequirement limits transfer credit to 6 semester hoursduring this time period. The residency requirement for allassociate degrees is that the last 15 credit hours earnedprior to graduation must include 12 credit hours inresidence. This requirement limits transfer credit to 3semester hours during this time period.

Courses from a previously earned bachelor's degree will beevaluated on an individual basis to determine applicabilityto degree requirements. A student with a bachelor's degreefrom a United States, regionally accredited, post-secondaryinstitution will be considered to have fulfilled the generaleducation requirements with the exception of religioncourses. This is also the case if a student has an associateof science degree which includes the baccalaureate generaleducation core for a particular state higher educationprogram.

Credit may be accepted from certain unaccredited post-secondary institutions. Students requesting transfer creditfrom an unaccredited school must have successfullycompleted a minimum of 12 semester hours with a gradepoint average of at least 2.00 in residence at SouthwesternAdventist University. Validating examinations may berequired for such transfer credits at the discretion of theRegistrar.

The University follows, with limitations, therecommendations of the American Council of Education aspublished in the Guide to the Evaluation of EducationalExperiences in the Armed Forces in granting credit formilitary service schools. At a minimum, the followinglimitation applies.

Courses must be in the baccalaureate/associate degreecategory as defined by the ACE Guide. This precludesacceptance of vocational, technical or certificate categorycourses, or military occupational specialties or jobexperience.




Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP)

Summer Bridge

Adventist Colleges Abroad

Student Missions Program

Academic Integrity

General Responsibilities of Students

For consideration of credit from military service schools,the applicant may submit the following military records:

1. A certified original of the DD Form 295, or2. A copy of the DD Form 214, or3. Course completion certificates.

The Assistant Director of Records will assist persons eligiblefor veterans educational assistance benefits.

Southwestern Adventist University's Quality EnhancementPlan, "Whole-Person Wellness," is designed to strengthenstudent commitment to a healthy lifestyle by impactingknowledge, attitude and practice, which are transformativesteps of change.

QEP Outcomes

1. Students will be able to demonstrate anunderstanding of whole-person wellness principles asexemplified in the CREATION Health model.

2. Students will be able to apply the principles of whole-person wellness to their daily lives.

QEP Curriculum Four-Year Matrix

Freshman

• UNIV 111 Wellness for Life (2 credits)

Sophomore

• One KINA activity course (1 credit, General Education)

Junior/Senior

• One KINA activity course (1 credit, General Education)

Assessment

Students will complete both quantitative and qualitativeassessments throughout the QEP curriculum

Students who wish to enroll at Southwestern, but fail tomeet one of the two minimum admission requirements(GPA or SAT/ACT) must participate in Summer Bridge.Learning takes place in a three-week session prior to thebeginning of the freshman year and providesdevelopmental learning support in the areas of math,reading, and writing. At the end of the session, studentprogress will be assessed and students will receive newcourse placements for Fall Semester. Students attendingSummer Bridge receive one credit hour that will applytoward the requirements for a degree.

The Center for Academic Success and Advising (CASA)supports the work of the faculty academic advisors withSummer Bridge students. Students in this program may

have reduced course loads, restrictions on extra-curricularactivities, and required dormitory residency. CASAschedules regular academic counseling sessions for eachstudent in the program to make sure that she/he isbenefiting from mathematics tutoring, the Write Spotwriting center, career counseling, and other programsprovided by the University to enhance academic success.

Through Adventist Colleges Abroad (ACA), qualifyingSouthwestern students may elect to take a year out of theircurriculum to become immersed in a foreign culture andlearn a foreign language. Applicants for this program neednot be language majors. A current list of ACA summer andfull-year programs and admission requirements can befound at ACA's website.

Following the call of Matthew 28 to go into all the world, theStudent Missions Program is a chance for students toexperience being a student missionary or Taskforce workerfor 9-12 months.

The benefits of going as a student missionary or Taskforceworker include improving your Christian walk, travel,learning about a new culture and language, new friends,scholarships, and strengthening personal resumes. Checkout www.hesaidgo.com for more information.

Southwestern Adventist University was founded by theSeventh-day Adventist Church in order to educate itsstudents academically and spiritually for Christian service.The ethical training of students is as important as theiracademic competence. Academic integrity rests onhonesty, the first principle of the Christian life. Studentsmust be honest in their dealings inside and outside theclassroom.

Students must maintain a high ethical standard in theiracademic work. When a student turns in work for credit inthe classroom, that work must be the student's own.Students have access to some forms of authorizedassistance. Authorized assistance may come in the form oftutoring by official university tutors, help from theprofessor, or the legitimate use of outside sources whichare cited according to standard form. Other forms ofoutside assistance are unauthorized, for example, havinganother person complete all or part of an assignment,taking material from the Internet or other sources withoutciting it, or bringing unauthorized materials into anexamination. Unauthorized help, in these and other forms,constitutes academic dishonesty.

1. Students must produce their work independently,except when the professor has assigned the work asa group project.


https://www.swau.edu/casa

https://www.swau.edu/adventist-colleges-abroad

https://www.acastudyabroad.com/

https://www.swauspirituallife.org/

http://www.hesaidgo.com/

Examples of Violations

Procedure to be Followed in Casesof Academic Dishonesty

Student Rights & Appeals Policies

Matters not Grievable

2. Students must not represent work as their own whichis not their own.

3. Students must not aid others in academic dishonesty.

What follows are examples of academic dishonesty whichwill jeopardize a student's standing in the classroom and atthe University. This is a representative list only, not anexhaustive one.

1. Misusing Sources of Information (Plagiarism).When using outside sources in a paper, studentsmust cite the source plainly in the text of the paperand on a references page, using the style which theirprofessor requests. Failure to cite sources properlymay result in failure on the paper or in the class.Students must cite the source when quoting, whenparaphrasing, or even when using an idea which isunique to that source. If a student fails to do so, he orshe may be subject to failure in the class. Fabricatinga quotation, a paraphrase, or any part of abibliographic reference also constitutes academicdishonesty. Students may not turn in written work astheir own which was produced wholly or partly byothers. If a student will receive credit for the work, thestudent must have, in fact, done the work. Studentsmay not turn in material taken from the Internet astheir own work, whether the material was taken froma free website or a pay service. Repeated acts ofplagiarism may result in expulsion from theUniversity.

2. Multiple Submissions. Students may not submitpapers or assignments for credit that have alreadybeen submitted or are in the process of beingsubmitted for another course.

3. Misrepresenting One's Work. Work that isassigned to the student must be done by the student.Homework assignments in any subject area must bethe work of the student getting the credit and mustnot reflect unauthorized help from others.

4. Using Unauthorized Materials During anExamination. Unless the professor indicatesotherwise, students should assume that the use ofnotes, textbooks, the Internet, databases, calculators,or any other outside sources of help during anexamination, will constitute academic dishonesty.

5. Exchanging Information During an Examination.Students may not share information with each otherin any form or by any means during an examination.Talking or signaling in any manner during anexamination may result in failure on the examination.Obtaining information from another student's paperby any means during an examination is a violation ofacademic integrity.

6. Tampering with Computers. Students may notaccess faculty computers by any means in order toobtain advance copies of tests or quizzes, alter gradeson an online grade book, or for any other purpose.

7. Forging a Signature. Students may not signanyone's name but their own on any advisementform, registration form, exceptions form, or any otherdocument for any purpose whatsoever.

8. Aiding Others in Academic Dishonesty. Studentswho enable others to misrepresent their work arealso guilty of academic dishonesty and may bepenalized as if they had misrepresented their ownwork. No student may do the class work for whichanother student will get credit, except in those caseswhen the professor has assigned work to be done ina group.

Professors have discretion in the classroom whenacademic integrity has been violated. The class syllabusshould contain a statement on how violations of academicintegrity will be treated. A first case of academic dishonestymay be handled by the professor, but will be reported tothe Vice-President for Academic Administration using theUniversity's "Academic Integrity" form. A second offensemay be handled by the Vice-President for AcademicAdministration in conjunction with the professor. Studentsmay appeal a decision made by either the professor or theVice-President for Academic Administration by following thestudent academic appeals process as outlined in thisbulletin under "Student Rights' and Appeals Policies."

Student Academic Appeals Process

A student who feels that he or she has been treatedunfairly or unjustly by a faculty member of the universitywith regard to an academic process has the right to appealaccording to approved procedure. Specific grounds for anappeal include one or more of the following occurrences:

(1) that a computational/recording, or other technical errorhas been made but has not been acknowledged by theinstructor;

(2) that the grade has been assigned in an arbitrary,capricious, or vindictive manner, or in a manner intendedto inappropriately manipulate or control the student;

(3) that the assigned grade does not reflect the gradingcriteria in the course syllabus; or

(4) that published department policies have not beenfollowed.

University policies, regulations or procedures adopted bythe University and/or the Board of Trustees are not subject


Initial Appeals Procedure

Formal Appeals Procedure

Withdrawal of Grievance

Student Records - Student Rights(FERPA)

to the grievance process. Students may request discussionand recommend changes to such policies, but this dialogueis advisory and not grievable.

1. To initiate the appeals procedure, the student musttalk with the course instructor for explanation/reviewof the decision within three (3) University days of theoccurrence. (University days are defined as timeduring the fall, spring or summer semester that theacademic program is in session from registrationthrough final exams).

2. If the problem is not resolved within two (2) Universitydays of talking with the course instructor, the studentmust obtain an Academic Appeals Review Form fromthe course instructor's department chair. Within two(2) University days, the student must submit the formwith a written summary and talk to the instructor'sdepartment chair. The chair has two (2) Universitydays to respond to the student. This completes STEP Ion the Academic Appeals Review Form.

3. If the problem is not resolved, the student has two (2)University days from receipt of the chair's decision tocontact the Vice President for AcademicAdministration, providing the written summary of thecomplaint and the academic appeals review form.Within two (2) University days the Vice President forAcademic Administration will provide a writtendecision. This completes STEP II on the AcademicAppeals Review Form.

If the problem is not resolved with the decision of the VicePresident for Academic Administration, the student may filea formal grievance. A formal grievance is a serious matterand should be done with careful consideration.

Within two (2) days of the Vice President for AcademicAdministration's decision, the student must request inwriting to the Vice President for Academic Administration aformal hearing before the Grievance Committee, an ad hocsubcommittee of the Academic Policies Committee. TheGrievance Committee will meet within three (3) days of therequest to hear the student's case and will issue a decisionwhich will constitute final action by the University. Thiscompletes STEP III on the Appeals Review Form.

At any time during the grievance procedure, the studentmay withdraw the complaint. Additionally, missing adeadline or failure by the student to appear for anyscheduled hearing without prior notification or evidence ofextenuating circumstances, shall constitute final action bythe University.

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)affords students certain rights with respect to theireducation records. They have:

1. The right to inspect and review their educationrecords within 45 days of the day the Universityreceives a request for access. Students should submitto the registrar, head of the academic department, orother appropriate official, written requests thatidentify the record(s) they wish to inspect. TheUniversity official will make arrangements for accessand notify the student of the time and place wherethe records may be inspected. If the records are notmaintained by the University official to whom therequest was submitted, that official shall advise thestudent of the correct official to whom the requestshould be addressed.

2. The right to request the amendment of the student'seducation records that the student believes areinaccurate or misleading. If the University decides notto amend the records as requested by the student,the University will notify the student of the decisionand advise the student of his/her right to a hearingregarding the request for amendment. Additionalinformation regarding the hearing procedures will beprovided to the student when notified of the right to ahearing.

3. The right to consent to disclosures of personallyidentifiable information contained in the student'seducation records, except to the extent that FERPAauthorizes disclosure without consent. One exceptionwhich permits disclosure without consent isdisclosure to school officials with legitimate educationinterests. A school official is a person employed by theUniversity in an administrative, supervisory, academicresearch, or support staff position (including lawenforcement unit personnel and health service staff);a person or company with whom the University hascontracted (such as an attorney, auditor, or collectionagent); or a student serving on an official committee,such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, orassisting another school official in performing his orher tasks. A school official has a legitimate educationalinterest if the official needs to review an educationrecord in order to fulfill his/her professionalresponsibility. FERPA permits the University todisclose any and all education records , includingdisciplinary records, to another institution at which astudent seeks or intends to enroll.

4. The right to file a complaint with the U. S. Departmentof Education concerning the alleged failures bySouthwestern Adventist University to comply with therequirements of FERPA. The name and address of theoffice that administers FERPA is: Family PolicyCompliance Office U.S. Department of Education 400Maryland Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20202-4605The University may, at its discretion, publish orrelease the following information without prior


Student Records - SouthwesternAdventist University Rights (FERPA)

Course Numbering System

Explanation of Abbreviations

Semester Course

Programs

consent unless the student requests in writing thatcertain information be withheld: Student name,address, telephone listing, enrollment status, class,major field of study, most recent previous schoolattended, photographs, date and place of birth,participation in officially recognized activities, e-mailaddress, dates of enrollment, anticipated date ofgraduation, degrees, awards and honors. TheRegistrar is responsible for compliance with theprovision of this Act. Questions concerning the FamilyEducation Rights and Privacy Act may be referred tothe Records Office.

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)provides ways in which the University may shareinformation with parents without the student's consent. Forexample:

1. The University will disclose education records toparents, upon request, if the student is a dependentfor income tax purposes.

2. The University will disclose education records toparents if a health or safety emergency involves theirson or daughter.

3. The University will inform parents if the student whois under age 21 has violated any law or its policyconcerning the use or possession of alcohol or acontrolled substance.

4. A University official will generally share with a parentinformation that is based on that official's personalknowledge or observation of the student.

The University will disclose to an alleged victim of any crimeof violence or non-forcible sex offense the final results of adisciplinary proceeding conducted by the University againstthe alleged perpetrator of that crime, regardless of whetherthe institution concluded a violation was committed. TheUniversity may disclose to anyone -not just the victim -thefinal results of a disciplinary proceeding, if it determinesthat the student is an alleged perpetrator of a crime ofviolence or non-forcible sex offense, and with respect tothe allegation made against him or her, the student hascommitted a violation of the University's rules or policies.

All courses are prefixed with the subject, such as ENGL,MATH, CHEM, etc. This abbreviation is followed by a threeposition number. Course numbers are intended to guidestudents and advisors in appropriate course selection.

Code Description

000-099 Developmental classes. Do not meet graduationrequirement and cannot be

transferred.

100-199 Courses primarily for first-year students andGeneral Education.

200-299 Courses primarily for sophomores and juniors.

300-499 Courses primarily for juniors and seniors.

500+ Graduate level courses.

Courses separated by a comma mean that course contentis covered sequentially and that normally the courses aretaken in sequence, but that they can be taken out ofsequence.

1. Lec - the number of 50-minute lecture periods perweek.

2. Lab - the number of clock hours in laboratory perweek.

3. u.d. - upper division. i.e., courses numbered in the300 and 400 range.

Following the course description will be the term indicatingwhich semester course is generally taught.

1. (Fall) - taught every fall semester2. (Spring) - taught every spring semester3. (Fall, odd years) - taught fall 2019, 2021, etc.4. (Fall, even years) - taught fall 2020, 2022, etc.5. (Spring, odd years) - taught spring 2019, 2021, etc.6. (Spring, even years) - taught spring 2020, 2022, etc.7. (Fall, Spring) - taught every semester8. (Summer) (Offered periodically)

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

• Biology• Chemistry• Communication - emphasis in Advertising and PR,

Journalism, Radio-TV-Film• English• English - emphasis in writing• History• History, International Relations, and Public Policy• History - Secondary Certification• Interdisciplinary Studies• Life Science - Secondary Certification• Mathematics• Music• Religion


https://www.swau.edu/biology-ba

https://www.swau.edu/chemistry-ba-program

https://www.swau.edu/communication-ba-advertising-and-public-relations-emphasis-program

https://www.swau.edu/communication-ba-journalism-emphasis-program

https://www.swau.edu/communication-ba-radio-tv-film-emphasis-program

https://www.swau.edu/english-ba-program

https://www.swau.edu/english-ba-emphasis-writing-program

https://www.swau.edu/history-ba-program

https://www.swau.edu/history-international-relations-and-public-policy-ba-program

https://www.swau.edu/history-ba-secondary-teaching-area-program

https://www.swau.edu/interdisciplinary-studies-babs-program

https://www.swau.edu/life-science-ba-secondary-teaching-certification-program

https://www.swau.edu/mathematics-ba-program

https://catalog.swau.edu/music/ba-music

https://www.swau.edu/religion-ba-program

• Theology

Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS)

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

• Accounting• Finance• International Business• Marketing• Operations Management• Dual Concentration

Bachelor of Music Education (BME)

Bachelor of Music (BMus)

Bachelor of Science (BS)

• Biochemistry• Biology - emphasis in Biomedical, Ecology and

Conservation Biology• Business• Chemistry• Communication - emphasis in Advertising and PR,

Journalism, Radio-TV-Film• Computer Science• Elementary Education• Exercise Science• General Studies• Health and Fitness• Interdisciplinary Studies• Life Science - Secondary Certification• Mathematics• Mathematics - Secondary Teaching Area• Medical Laboratory Science• Nursing• Physical Science• Physical Education• Psychology - concentrations in General Psychology,

Case Management, Marriage and Family• Psychology - emphasis in School Guidance• Sports and Fitness Management• Social Science• Social Studies - Secondary Certification

Associate of Applied Science (AAS)

• Fire Science

Associate in Science (AS)

• Health and Fitness• Computer Science

Associate of Science (AS)

• General Studies

Minors are available in the following areas:

• Accounting• Advertising and PR• Biblical Languages• Biology• Business• Chemistry• Coaching• Computer Science• Communication• English• Finance• Health and Fitness• International Business• Journalism• Marketing• Mathematics• Music• Physical Education• Political Science• Psychology• Radio-TV-Film Academics• Religion• Social Science• Spanish• Speech

Certificate Programs

• Senior Living Management• Church Ministry• Soul-winning Outreach Discipleship (SWORD)


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https://www.swau.edu/bachelor-applied-arts-sciences

https://www.swau.edu/accounting-bba-program

https://www.swau.edu/finance-bba-program

https://www.swau.edu/international-business-bba-program

https://www.swau.edu/marketing-bba-program

https://www.swau.edu/operation-management-bba-program

https://catalog.swau.edu/music/bachelor-of-music-education

https://catalog.swau.edu/music/bachelor-of-music

https://www.swau.edu/biochemistry-bs-program

https://www.swau.edu/biology-bs-biomedical-emphasis

https://www.swau.edu/biology-bs-ecology-and-conservation-biology-emphasis

https://www.swau.edu/biology-bs-ecology-and-conservation-biology-emphasis

https://www.swau.edu/business-bs-program

https://www.swau.edu/chemistry-bs-program

https://www.swau.edu/communication-bs-advertising-and-public-relations-emphasis-program

https://www.swau.edu/communication-bs-journalism-emphasis-program

https://www.swau.edu/communication-bs-radio-tv-film-emphasis-program

https://www.swau.edu/computer-science-bs-program

https://www.swau.edu/elementary-education-bs-program

https://www.swau.edu/exercise-science-bs-program

https://www.swau.edu/general-studies-bs-program

https://www.swau.edu/health-fitness-bs-program

https://www.swau.edu/interdisciplinary-studies-babs-program

https://www.swau.edu/life-science-bs-secondary-teaching-certification-program

https://www.swau.edu/mathematics-bs-program

https://www.swau.edu/mathematics-bs-secondary-teaching-certification-program

https://www.swau.edu/pre-professional-programs

https://www.swau.edu/nursing-bs-program

https://www.swau.edu/physical-science-bs-secondary-teaching-certification-chemistry-or-physics-emphasis-program

https://www.swau.edu/physical-education-bs-teaching-certification-program

https://www.swau.edu/edpsych

https://www.swau.edu/edpsych

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https://www.swau.edu/sports-fitness-management-bs-program

https://www.swau.edu/social-science-bs-program

https://www.swau.edu/social-studies-bs-secondary-teaching-area-program

https://www.swau.edu/fire-science-aas-program

https://www.swau.edu/health-fitness-program

https://www.swau.edu/computer-science-program

https://www.swau.edu/general-studies-program

Core Curriculum & GraduationRationale

Educating the Whole Person

Core Curriculum for a Bachelor'sDegree

At Southwestern Adventist University, a Seventh-dayAdventist liberal arts education emphasizes preparingstudents with a broad academic background that enablesthem to contribute to society in multi-faceted ways.Flexibility, adaptability, intellectual curiosity, andcommitment to lifelong learning go beyond the confines ofa specific discipline. We believe that broad skills andconnections across disciplines, including an emphasis onthe distinctive beliefs and history of the Seventh-dayAdventist church, foster the development of the wholeperson who will be a responsible citizen of this world andthe world to come.

1. Spiritual and Physical Well-being - An educationfocused on the whole person requires a preparationof the mental and physical body for learning. GeneralEducation in this area should focus on the theologicaland historical foundations of our faith with anemphasis on the SDA health message.

2. Intellectual Curiosity and Inquiry -Learning utilizesdiscovery, synthesis, analysis, and problem solving,skills which must be intentionally embedded acrossthe curriculum in ways that inspire lifelong learningand enable students to apply them to a variety ofsituations and environments.

3. Clear and Effective Communication - The ability tocommunicate thoughts and ideas in a clear andeffective manner facilitates the participation of aneducated person in society. This concept extendsbeyond traditional oral and written forms toencompass current modes of expression and theirpersonal, moral and social implications.

I. English Composition

Courses in English composition will emphasize the practiceof critical reading and effective writing.

Select two courses: 6 credit hours

• ENGL 121 Freshman Composition• ENGL 220 Research Writing

II. Mathematics

Courses in mathematics will emphasize quantitative anddeductive reasoning, problem solving and logical thinking,organizational and systematic thinking, and the applicationof mathematics to various life situations.

Select one course: 3 credit hours

• MATH 110 College Algebra• MATH 121 Precalculus• MATH 131 Applied Mathematics• MATH 141 Intro to Probability & Statistics• MATH 181 Calculus I

III. Whole-Person Wellness

Courses in fitness activity will emphasize practicalknowledge and practices that will promote life-long whole-person wellness.


• KINA xxx• KINA xxx

IV. Humanities

Courses in the humanities will emphasize a reflection onthe human experience and human condition throughliterary texts and artistic forms.

A. Literature Select one course: 3 credit hours

• ENGL 221, 222 World Masterpieces• ENGL 224 Survey of English Literature• ENGL 231, 232 American Literature I, II• ENGL 322 Literary Perspectives

B. Fine Arts Select one course: 3 credit hours

• ARTS 222 Art Appreciation• ENGL 272 Introduction to Drama• HIST 221/ARTS 221 History of Western Art• MUHL 221 Survey of Music

V. Life and Physical Science

Courses in science will emphasize understanding andapplication of everyday phenomena. Laboratories will bediscovery based and emphasize the development andtesting of hypotheses, or they may expose students toobservational experiences that enhance scientificunderstanding.

A. Life Science Select one course: 4 credit hours

• BIOL 101 or 102 Anatomy and Physiology I or II• BIOL 103 Human Biology• BIOL 111 or 112 General Biology I or II• BIOL 220 Microbiology and Immunology• BIOL 225 Field Biology• BIOL 345 Environment & Mankind

B. Physical Science Select one course: 4 credit hours


• CHEM 105 Survey of Chemistry• CHEM 111 General Chemistry I• GEOL 240 The Dinosaurs• PHYS 101 Introductory Physics• PHYS 114 Physical Science• PHYS 121 General Physics I

VI. History and Social Science

Courses in history and social science are designed to givestudents a broad understanding of the sweep of worldhistorical, governmental, and cultural events. Throughreading, lectures, discussions, and writing, these courseswill enhance the critical abilities of students by providingtools and practices that are universal in application.Ultimately, students should be better able to understandcontemporary events by grasping how historical, political,and cultural events have combined to create the world inwhich they live.

A. History


• HIST 111 American History, 1492-1865• HIST 112 American History, 1866 to Present• HIST 225 World Civilizations I• HIST 226 World Civilizations II

B. Social Science


• ECON 211 Macroeconomics• ECON 212 Microeconomics• HIST 242 Historical and Political Geography• POLS 211 National and Texas Constitutions• PSYC 212 General Psychology• PSYC 220 Human Growth & Development• SOCI 111 Introduction to Sociology

VII. Religion

Courses in biblical studies will introduce the student topractical methods of Bible study, critical evaluation ofscholarship and interpretation, and the richness and depthof the biblical text. Courses in theology will engage thestudent in a systematic approach to biblical matters, willhave students explore different perspectives and relevantissues, and guide students to formulate personalviewpoints and positions. Courses in historical studies tracethe origin and development of the Bible, Christianity,Seventh-day Adventism, and other religions.

Select four courses: 12 credit hours

A maximum of 2 courses can be taken in any one area. Onecourse must be numbered 300 and above. Transfer

students from a non-SDA college must complete onecourse for each academic year in attendance, with aminimum of 2 courses (one in Biblical Studies).

A. Biblical Studies

• RELB 211 Life and Teachings of Jesus• RELB 313 Prophetic Studies• RELB 315 or 316 Old Testament I or II• RELB 339 New Testament I: Gospels• RELB 340 New Testament II: Letters

B. Theological Studies

• RELT 101 Christian Beliefs• RELT 212 Christian Ethics• RELT 360 Philosophy & the Christian Worldview• RELT 419 Philosophy of Science

C. Historical Studies

• RELH 230 History of the SDA Church• RELH 233 Biblical Archaeology• RELH 314 History of the Bible• RELH 320 Ellen White Writings• RELH 331 or 332 History of Christianity I or II

VIII. Competence in Computer Applications

Students completing a degree must be proficient in the useof general computer applications and important software inthe field of the student's major. Proficiency will bedetermined by the completion of a department-designatedcourse or courses.

The Bulletin description of approved courses includes thestatement "This course fulfills the Computer Competencyrequirement as specified in the Core Curriculum." Unlessspecified in the major, the following courses meet theproficiency requirement:

• CSIS 102 Computer Literacy and Applications• CSIS 104 Spreadsheet and Database Applications• CSIS 106 Comprehensive Spreadsheets

IX. Competence in Communication

Students completing a degree must be proficient in theapplication of the principles of effective oralcommunication including discussion techniques and publicpresentations. Proficiency will be determined by thecompletion of a department designated course or courses.

The Bulletin description of approved courses includes thestatement "This course fulfills the CommunicationCompetency requirement as specified in the CoreCurriculum." Unless specified in the major, the followingcourses meet the proficiency requirement:


B.A. Foreign Language Requirement

Baccalaureate DegreeRequirements

Core Curriculum for an Associate inScience Degree

• COMM 111 Speech• COMM 113 Oral Interpretation• COMM 115 Discussion Techniques

Total GE Credit Hours: 46

Complete either 6 semester credit hours of one foreignlanguage at the intermediate level or 8 semester credithours each of two foreign languages at the elementarylevel.

The University awards six types of baccalaureate degrees:the Bachelor of Arts, the Bachelor of Science, the Bachelorof Music, Bachelor of Music Education, Bachelor ofBusiness Administration and the Bachelor of Applied Artsand Sciences. Candidates who have completed thefollowing requirements will be awarded degrees uponrecommendation by the faculty and approval by the Boardof Trustees.

All baccalaureate graduates will

• Complete a minimum of 120 semester credit hours,including 36 credit hours in courses numbered 300and above and earn a minimum cumulative gradepoint average of 2.00.

• Complete the general education requirements.• Complete QEP requirement UNIV 111 Wellness for

Life.• Complete a minimum of 30 semester credit hours in

residence. The last 36 credit hours earned prior tograduation must include 30 credit hours in residence.

• Complete the requirements for a major field ofspecialization with a minimum cumulative grade pointaverage of 2.25, unless otherwise specified by majordepartment. No class with a grade below a C- mayapply toward the major or area of emphasis. Classeslisted as cognates are included in the major. Aminimum of 12 hours in the major field must be takenin residence.

• Take a comprehensive examination in the field ofstudy as designated by the major.

Bachelor of Arts graduates will also

• Complete a minor field of specialization. No class witha grade below a C- may apply toward the minor, and aminimum of 6 hours in the minor field must be takenin residence.

Graduates with Nursing and Elementary Education majorshave modified degree requirements and these arespecified under the respective department sections in thisBulletin.

Double majors must be completed within a single degreesuch as a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science. Toreceive a degree with a double major, a student mustcomplete all of the requirements, including cognates, ofeach major or area of emphasis. A second major will satisfythe requirement for a minor for the Bachelor of Artsdegree. A student cannot earn two majors or areas ofemphasis in communication.

Two baccalaureate degrees such as a Bachelor of Arts anda Bachelor of Science with majors in different disciplinesmay be awarded concurrently or sequentially. Thecandidate must meet all the degree requirements for eachmajor including cognates, general education, the foreignlanguage requirement, the requirement of a minor, a totalof 150 semester credit hours, and 30 credit hours inresidence.

I. English Composition

Courses in English composition will emphasize the practiceof critical reading and effective writing.


• ENGL 121 Freshman Composition• ENGL 220 Research Writing

II. Mathematics

Courses in mathematics will emphasize quantitative anddeductive reasoning, problem solving and logical thinking,organizational and systematic thinking, and the applicationof mathematics to various life situations.


• MATH 110 College Algebra• MATH 121 Precalculus• MATH 131 Applied Mathematics• MATH 141 Intro to Probability & Statistics• MATH 181 Calculus I

III. Whole-Person Wellness

Courses in fitness activity will emphasize practicalknowledge and practices that will promote life-long whole-person wellness.

Select one course: 1 credit hour

• KINA xxx

IV. Humanities

Courses in the humanities will emphasize a reflection onthe human experience and human condition throughliterary texts and artistic forms.


Associate Degree Requirements


• ARTS 222 Art Appreciation• ENGL 221, 222 World Masterpieces• ENGL 224 Survey of English Literature• ENGL 231, 232 American Literature I, II• ENGL 272 Introduction to Drama• MUHL 221 Survey of Music

V. Life and Physical Science

Courses in science will emphasize understanding andapplication of everyday phenomena. Laboratories will bediscovery based and emphasize the development andtesting of hypotheses, or they may expose students toobservational experiences that enhance scientificunderstanding.

Select one course:

• BIOL 101 or 102 Anatomy and Physiology I or II• BIOL 103 Human Biology• BIOL 111 or 112 General Biology I or II• BIOL 220 Microbiology and Immunology• BIOL 225 Field Biology• CHEM 105 Survey of Chemistry• CHEM 111 General Chemistry I• GEOL 240 The Dinosaurs• PHYS 101 Introductory Physics• PHYS 114 Physical Science• PHYS 121 General Physics I

VI. History and Social Science

Courses in history and social science are designed to givestudents a broad understanding of the sweep of worldhistorical, governmental, and cultural events. Throughreading, lectures, discussions, and writing, these courseswill enhance the critical abilities of students by providingtools and practice that are universal in application.Ultimately, students should be better able to understandcontemporary events by grasping how historical, political,and cultural events have combined to create the world inwhich they live.


• HIST 111 American History, 1492-1865• HIST 112 American History, 1866 to Present• HIST 225 World Civilizations I• HIST 226 World Civilizations II• HIST 242 History and Political Geography• ECON 211 Macroeconomics• ECON 212 Microeconomics• POLS 211 National and Texas Constitutions

• PSYC 212 General Psychology• PSYC 220 Human Growth and Development• SOCI 111 Introduction to Sociology

VII. Religion

Courses in biblical studies will introduce the student topractical methods of Bible study, critical evaluation ofscholarship and interpretation, and the richness and depthof the biblical text. Courses in theology will engage thestudent in a systematic approach to biblical matters, willhave students explore different perspectives and relevantissues, and guide students to formulate personalviewpoints and positions. Courses in historical studies tracethe origin and development of the Bible, Christianity,Seventh-day Adventism, and other religions.


A. Biblical Studies

• RELB 211 Life and Teachings of Jesus

B. Theological Studies

• RELT 101 Christian Beliefs• RELT 212 Christian Ethics

C. Historical Studies

• RELH 230 History of the SDA Church• RELH 233 Biblical Archaeology

Total GE Credit Hours: 26

The University awards three types of associate degrees: theAssociate in Science, the Associate of Science, and theAssociate of Applied Science. Candidates who havecompleted the following

requirements will be awarded degrees uponrecommendation by the faculty and approval by the Boardof Trustees.

Associate of Science graduates will

1. Complete a minimum of 60 semester credit hoursand earn a minimum cumulative grade point averageof 2.00

2. Complete a minimum of 24 semester credit hours inresidence. Twelve of the final 15 hours beforegraduation must be taken in residence atSouthwestern

3. Complete QEP requirement UNIV 111 Wellness forLife

Associate in Science graduates will


Core Curriculum for an Associate ofApplied Science Degree

Graduation Procedures for AllDegrees

Graduation Ceremonies

Deferred Graduation

Graduation Honors

Honors Program Graduate

1. Complete a minimum of 60 semester credit hoursand earn a minimum cumulative grade point averageof 2.00

2. Complete a minimum of 24 semester credit hours inresidence. Twelve of the final 15 hours beforegraduation, must be taken in residence atSouthwestern

3. Complete a major field of specialization with aminimum cumulative grade point average of 2.00 inthe major. No class with a grade below C- may applytoward the major

4. Complete the general education requirements for theAssociate in Science degree

5. Complete QEP requirement UNIV 111 Wellness forLife

Associate of Applied Science graduates will complete therequirements as specified in the Fire Science section of thisBulletin.

A graduating student will fulfill all degree requirementspublished in the Bulletin. The student may complete thedegree requirements published in the Bulletin at the timeof admission or any Bulletin issued during continuousenrollment. All general requirements for graduation mustbe fulfilled as published in the current Bulletin.

A Graduation Contract must be completed and returned tothe Registrar no later than one week after the start of thesecond semester of the student's junior year.

Any work taken at another institution must be recorded onthe transcript before the degree is awarded.

The student must satisfactorily meet all financial obligationsto the University, including payment of graduation dues, inorder to obtain a diploma or transcript showing graduation.Graduation class dues are a mandatory non-refundable feethat covers expenses such as class gift, 25 graduationannouncements and miscellaneous class activities. This feeapplies to campus as well as Adult Degree Programstudents. When a student returns to obtain an additionaldegree and graduation dues were paid as an initialSouthwestern graduate, only half of the dues will be

required for each subsequent graduation class. Graduationdues are charged to the student account at the beginningof the semester in which the student will graduate.

All graduates are expected to participate in thecommencement exercises unless given permission by theVice President for Academic Administration to graduate inabsentia.

Candidates will receive instructions on ordering graduationregalia and announcements at the senior class meeting.

The commencement ceremony is held at the end of thespring semester each year. Students eligible to participatein graduation must complete all arrangements with theRegistrar by March 15 to be included in the ceremony andensure name is printed on Graduation Program.

Students who have fewer than 6 hours or two coursesremaining in their degree program, as documented ontheir graduation contract, may participate in graduationexercises. The student will be listed as a candidate forgraduation in the graduation program. All SWAU residencyrequirements apply to deferred graduation. All degreerequirements must be completed within six (6) years of thedate of the catalog selected.

Honors status will be calculated for bachelor's degreegraduates after the final semester grades are issued. Thefollowing designations are given to graduates who havemaintained high GPAs.

1. GPA of 3.50 to 3.74 may graduate cum laude2. GPA of 3.75 to 3.89 may graduate magna cum laude3. GPA of 3.90 to 4.00 may graduate summa cum laude

The associate degree candidate who has maintained acumulative GPA of at least 3.60 may graduate withdistinction.

Honors Program students may graduate with thedesignation of Honors Program Graduate by meeting therequirements outlined under the Honors Program in thisBulletin.


https://www.swau.edu/sites/default/files/Graduation%20Contract%20Fall%20Sept%202017.pdf

https://www.swau.edu/graduation

https://www.swau.edu/honors-program

University ExperienceChan Shun Centennial Library

Southwestern's Lecture Series

Southwestern's DramaticPresentations

Rough Writers

Main Collections

The library at Southwestern contains approximately140,000 print and electronic book volumes and 56,000journal titles available in print and online. The library's mainweb page at library.swau.edu is the starting point for mostresearch at Southwestern. Patrons search these collectionsusing the library's online catalogue, individual journaldatabases, or the combined discovery service, whichincludes most of these materials. The list of full-textjournals provides serious researchers with access tospecific journal issues. Additional collections of audiovisualmaterial, microforms, maps, artwork, and archivalresources expand the library's main holdings.

Specialized Collections

Southwestern's library encompasses three specializedcollections that support academic programs. The AdventistHeritage Center Collections include substantial primarysource materials chronicling the establishment of theSeventh-day Adventist church and the presence of theAdventist movement in the Southwest. Items include rarebooks, photographs, and manuscripts, as well asreproductions of similar materials. The Ruth King McKeeCurriculum Library serves Southwestern's educationprogram by providing examples of curriculum andinstruction materials used in the K12 setting. TheEntrepreneurship and Small Business Resource Center isour newest special collection, established in the fall of2010, and will bring together the best resources forentrepreneurship, small business management, andbusiness ethics.

The Global Library

Negotiated agreements, consortial memberships, andevaluated websites link Southwestern's scholars tothousands of academic, special, and public libraries withinthe United States and beyond. Students, faculty, and staffwho need resources outside Southwestern's holdings mayprocure them through the library's document delivery /interlibrary loan service. On-demand delivery of researchmaterials is made possible through TexShare, and can beinitiated through completing the request form found on thelibrary's webpage. Also, current students and faculty areinvited to request a TexShare borrowers' card at thelibrary's front desk, which grants individual borrowingprivileges at most Texas university and public libraries.

Services

The library's professional staff members provide necessaryresources and assist faculty and students in retrievingmaterials for research purposes. Instruction and individualresearch consultations are available by request. Onlinesubscription databases provide access to extensiveresources, which are equally available on and off campus.Students using licensed subscriptions off campus will beasked to authenticate their connection to Southwesternwith their Campus Portal login.

The Write Spot

Though physically located within the library's instructionclassroom, this initiative represents a campus-widecommitment to ensuring that students have support indeveloping strong written

The Carol Sample Lecture Series, an endowed, annualseries that honors retired English professor Dr. CarolSample, supports guest lecturers whose work appealsprimarily to writing and literature students.

The George and Dottie Saxon Lecture Series presents up tothree speakers annually who address the connectionsbetween science and faith. The series, established in 2006,has brought to campus speakers such as Michael Behe,Kurt Wise, Ronald Numbers, and David Berlinski.

The Scholars Lecture Series supports all disciplines. Twopresentations per semester offer insight into andcommentary within many fields, often presented byindividuals whose life experience has been outside theacademy. Recent programs have included political analysis,psychology, music theory, history, religion, education, andinternational relations.

Southwestern offers a drama class every spring semester.Participants explore theoretical material on the drama inhistory and on drama as a genre, but also gain the practicalexperience of staging a full-length work by classic writerssuch as Shakespeare, Goldsmith, Wilde, and others. Thestudents learn all aspects of stagecraft, ranging from actingtechniques to the use of blocking, staging, props andcostumes to achieve an overall effect. These performancesenrich both the presenters and also the community thatviews them, as we together experience the best thatdramatic culture has to offer about ourselves and ourworld.

Writers meet weekly in The Write Spot to review oneanother’s work, encourage each other in the creativeprocess, and offer suggestions and guidance. This is a great


Meadows Gallery

The Herbert M. and IvanetteWoodall Hopps Museum andWelcome Center

Southwestern's Dinosaur ScienceMuseum

Thomsen Observatory

place to network with other faculty, staff, and students whoshare your love of writing. The Rough Writers present theircreative work in public readings and performances.

Meadows Gallery serves as Southwestern's focal point fordisplays and exhibits. Located within the campus librarybuilding, the Gallery has shown traveling exhibits as well aslocal talent.

Primarily a community and visitor center, this two-storyfacility is created by eclectic exhibits which include periodicdisplays of private collections as well as historic itemsdating from the university and town's beginnings in 1893.On-site tours, overseen by a local historian, describe theunique philosophy that gave birth to the original school andthe surrounding community, and highlight the vision andcontribution of many historic figures.

Southwestern’s Paleontology Museum houses specimensfrom the Hanson Research Center in Wyoming, the EarthHistory Research Center (a collaborative endeavor amongmany academic institutions), and Southwestern’s own indexcollections of fossilized vertebrates and invertebrates. Mostspecimens can be viewed through the online portal to themuseum (http://fossil.swau.edu), but personal tours andresearch viewing can be arranged as well. Southwestern’sHarold Drake Preparatory Laboratory serves as a workingexhibit in which visitors are welcome to observe thecleaning and preparation of geological and paleontologicalspecimens in person or online at http://dinosaur.swau.edu.

Southwestern’s astronomy courses benefit from access tothe Thomsen Observatory, which is adjacent to campus.The Observatory and related physics lab house a numberof reflector and refractor telescopes that offer celestialexploration for students, faculty, and the community.


Academic Support ServicesCenter for Academic Success andAdvising (CASA)

Counseling and Testing Center

Disability Services

Health Services

Information Services/Technology

Student Services

The Write Spot

The Center for Academic Success and Advising (CASA)support the work of the faculty and academic advisors bycoordinating academic support services for allSouthwestern students that are designed to enhancestudent success, including tutoring, career counseling andGeneral Studies advising. CASA also offers periodicworkshops and seminars during the academic year.

The Counseling and Testing Center provides services whichfocus on helping students cope with personal concerns asthey engage in their spiritual, academic, social and personalactivities. Typical student needs and concerns includelearning how to study more effectively, resolvinginterpersonal conflicts, managing stress reactions, copingwith loneliness, and handling feelings of depression, anxietyand other emotional crises.

Career Planning: Several career and interest inventoriesare given by the Counseling Center to help students learnmore about their aptitudes, achievements, interests, values,and personality. The College-Level Examination Program(CLEP), correspondence tests, and national tests foradmission to graduate schools are administered by theCounseling Center.

Special Needs: The Counseling Center strives to assiststudents with qualifying disabilities which can include visionand hearing, medical conditions, and learning disabilitieswhich substantially limit one or more of a person's majorlife activities and may necessitate modifications to thefacilities, programs, or services of the University.Information provided by the student will be used only in thecoordination and facilitation of service andaccommodations required to make programs accessible tothe student. The University reserves the right to requestcurrent documentation of physical and/or mentaldisabilities prior to the determination and facilitation ofappropriate accommodations; documentationrequirements are discussed in more detail in the ADAPolicy found in the Counseling and Testing Center.

Disability services staff members, through the Counselingand Testing Center, coordinate appropriate aids andservices to accommodate students with disabilities.Students requesting accommodation must contact theoffice to provide the staff members with documentation oftheir disability.

Southwestern is committed to policies which provide equalopportunity for full participation in the Universityexperience for all qualified people with disabilities. The

university prohibits discrimination on the basis of disabilityin admission or access to its educational programs andassociated activities.

Health Services provides assistance to students or staffwho are ill or have minor injuries, without cost. The clinic islocated in Harmon Hall and is open from 8:00 P.M. -10:00P.M. Sunday

-Thursday. If you should have a health care need duringweekends or nights, call the dean on duty.

The Office of Information Technology Services isresponsible for providing computer resources, campusnetwork infrastructure, digital and voicetelecommunications, standard software licensing, andinstitutional research to support the academic andadministrative functions of the University. The staff installsand maintains servers, off-campus connectivity,administrative computer systems, as well as providing helpfor faculty, staff, and administrators in addressing theircomputer-related problems. There is a continual programto upgrade connectivity, external access, hardware andsoftware, and digital resources for classroom use.

The Chan Shun Library, contains computers for the use ofstudents during library hours. The Computer Teaching Lab,located in Pechero Hall, houses a number of computersthat are available for general use when classes are notscheduled in that facility.

Students with personal and campus concerns andquestions should contact the Dean of Students, whoseoffice is located in the Findley Administration Building. TheVice President for Student Services/Dean of Students' staffpractices a student-centered, student-first philosophy ofservice. The student code of conduct, which is in place forthe safety and well being of our university campuscommunity, is enforced by the Vice President for StudentServices. The Student Services staff is further involved instudent life by sponsoring numerous programs andactivities, planning and coordinating new studentorientation, providing leadership training and opportunitiesfor student involvement in campus governance.

Support for writing and writers on campus is the focus ofThe Write Spot, Southwestern’s writing center. This facility islocated in the library, on the first floor, and offersassistance to students, faculty, and staff. Faculty andtrained mentors are available for consultations 24 hours aweek during the academic year.


Distance EducationFaculty/Staff

Mission Statement

Alternatives for Acquiring Credit

Distance Education Programs

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS)

Bachelor of Science (BS)

Associate of Applied Science (AAS)

Associate of Science (AS)

Certificate Programs

Distance Education for On-campusStudents

Marcel Sargeant, Director; Jeanne Mizher, Secretary

Southwestern Adventist University commits to educating adiverse student body in a Christ-centered environmentshaped by Seventh-day Adventist Christian beliefs forservice and leadership.

Distance Education students can take advantage of thefollowing alternatives for acquiring college credit:

1. Credit for prior learning is available through theportfolio assessment program. The student mayreceive up to 16 credits for college level learningacquired outside the formal credit granting process.To obtain this credit, the student must register forADPS 230 Prior Learning Assessment, a one hourcourse. The course guides the student through thedevelopment of a portfolio to document college levellearning. The portfolio will be evaluated by faculty inthe discipline for which credit is requested. A limitednumber of courses are available for experientialcredit. The student considering this alternative shouldconsult carefully with the Distance Education Programoffice for course applicability. Credit awarded throughthe portfolio does not apply toward the 30 hourresidency requirement. In addition to the tuition forthe Portfolio Development course, there is anevaluation and transcription fee for experientialcredit.

2. All other forms of acquiring credit are described inthe Academics section of this Bulletin.

• History• Religion• Theology

• Business• Elementary Education• General Studies• Psychology - concentrations in General Psychology,

Case Management, Marriage and Family• Psychology - emphasis in School Guidance• Social Science

• Fire Science

• Senior Living Management• Church Ministry

Distance education courses are also utilized by on-campusstudents. The Distance Education office provides assistanceto students. The University uses Canvas as the on-linecourse management system. All courses require studentsto have access to the Internet, a SWAU email account, andthe ability to play video lectures.


Art

ARTS 101: Introductory DrawingIntroduction to the basic elements of drawing withemphasis on sketching techniques, media, conceptformulation, design, color, and development of drawingskills. No prerequisites are required. Each student will workto their evaluated skill levels.

Credits: 1 - 3Lab Hours: 4Lecture Hours: 2Program: ArtSemester Offered: Fall, even years

ARTS 135: Introductory Studio CeramicsEmphasis is placed on understanding the basic ways inwhich clay has served human needs throughout history.The course will parallel the historical and culturaldevelopment of ceramics from its primitive beginnings toits current status. May include slides and readings toaugment studio work aimed at making functional as well asconceptually-oriented objects. A special fee for art suppliesis assessed.

Credits: 1 - 3Lab Hours: 4Lecture Hours: 2Program: ArtSemester Offered: Spring

ARTS 215: Painting IIntroduction to the basic elements of painting with anemphasis on oil painting on canvas. Color, composition,media techniques, and design will be covered. Noprerequisites are required. Each student will work to theirevaluated skills levels.

Credits: 1Lab Hours: 4Lecture Hours: 2Program: ArtSemester Offered: Fall, odd years

Faculty/StaffDevon Howard, Chair

Adjunct: Joy Chadwick, Marcela Wall

Aims of the Art DepartmentThe aim of the art program is to cultivate an appreciation ofthe various forms of visual experience and to provideopportunity for self-expression. (The following classes maybe taught with sufficient student demand.)

ARTS 221: History of Western ArtA survey of the fine arts and how they have related to thevarious cultures throughout western civilization. The classwill deal with the arts from the Renaissance to the presenttime. (Also taught as HIST 221).

Credits: 3Program: ArtSemester Offered: Spring

ARTS 222: Art AppreciationCredits: 3Program: Art

ARTS 223: Arts/Crafts/DramaA course of exploratory activities in a variety of two- andthree-dimensional arts and crafts media and methods ofDiscipline-Based Art Education for children.

Credits: 3Program: ArtSemester Offered: Spring

ARTS 235: Intermediate Studio CeramicsOffers additional experience in ceramics. The student willengage in a more sophisticated degree of problem-solvingin the medium of clay. A special fee for art supplies isassessed.

Credits: 1 - 3Lab Hours: 4Lecture Hours: 2Prerequisites: ARTS 131 or permission of instructorProgram: ArtSemester Offered: Fall, Spring

ARTS 298: Individual Study TopicsDesigned for the student who wishes to do independentstudy or research. Content and methods of study must bearranged prior to registration. May be repeated for a totalof 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval by department chairProgram: Art

ARTS 299: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in theundergraduate Bulletin. May be repeated for a total of 3credits.



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ARTS 315: Painting IIAdditional introduction to the basic and advanced elementsof ainting with an emphasis on oil painting on canvas. Color,composition, media techniques, and design will be covered.Each student willwork to their evaluated skill levels.

Credits: 1 - 3Lab Hours: 4Lecture Hours: 2Prerequisites: ARTS 212 or permission of instructorProgram: ArtSemester Offered: Spring, Even Years

ARTS 335: Advanced Studio CeramicsOffers the experienced student in ceramics the opportunityto explore more complex problems of expression inceramics. A special fee for art supplies is assessed.

Credits: 1 - 3Lab Hours: 4Lecture Hours: 2Prerequisites: ARTS 231 or permission of instructorProgram: ArtSemester Offered: Fall, Spring

ARTS 498: Individual Study TopicsDesigned for the advanced student who wishes to doindependent study or research. Content and methods ofstudy must be arranged prior to registration. May berepeated for a total of 3 credits.


ARTS 499: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin.Student may be allowed to repeat the course for credit.







Biological Sciences

B.A. Biology

Program: Biological Sciences

Type: B.A.

Required Courses

Item # Title Credits

*Include one botany elective.

Biological Sciences Degrees

Faculty/StaffPeter McHenry, Chair; Arthur Chadwick, Amy McHenry,Arthur Schwarz, Jared Wood

Aims of the DepartmentThe mission of the Department of Biological Sciences is toencourage thoughtful investigation of living systems.

Student Learning OutcomesBiological Sciences graduates will be able to:

• Use scientific processes (observe nature, poseproblems, generate and test hypotheses, designexperiments, interpret and evaluate data, anddetermine how to follow up on findings), especiallyinvolving quantitative reasoning and analysis.

• Communicate effectively with people both in biologyas well as in other disciplines through written, visual,and oral methods.

• Evaluate the social, ethical, and moral implications ofbiological research and how science impacts theirfaith.

ProgramsThe department offers a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor ofScience degree in biology. The B.A. degree requires 30semester hours in biology, 18 hours in a minor area andincludes a foreign language component. The B.S. degreeallows a choice between two areas of emphasis: Biomedicalemphasis or Ecology and Conservation Biology emphasis.Students may also choose to pursue a B.S. or minor in LifeScience towards Secondary Certification in coordinationwith the Education Department.

BIOL 111 General Biology I 4

BIOL 112 General Biology II 4

BIOL 180 Biology Research Seminar 1

BIOL 230 Ecology 4

BIOL 320 Genetics 4

BIOL 340 Cell and Molecular Biology I 4

BIOL 419 Philosophy of Science 3

BIOL BA Elective (x2) 6 - 8

Sub-Total Credits 30-32

Required CognatesItem # Title Credits

CHEM 111 General Chemistry I 4

CHEM 112 General Chemistry II 4

MATH 121 or 141 3

Sub-Total Credits 11

Total credits for degree: 41-43

B.S. Biology, Biomedical Emphasis


Type: B.S.

Biology, B.S. Core Curriculum





BIOL 230 Ecology 4

BIOL 320 Genetics 4



Required CoursesItem # Title Credits


BIOL Electives (x3) 9 - 12


Required of all B.S. students.


https://catalog.swau.edu/biological-sciences


Electives to be selected from the following courses:


BIOL 318 Microbiology & Immunology 4

BIOL 333 Parasitology 3

BIOL 341 Cell and Molecular Biology II 4

BIOL 410 Human Physiology 4

BIOL 443 Comparative VertebrateAnatomy

4

BIOL 450 Histology 4

BIOL 455 Immunology 3

BIOL 480 Research in Biology 1 - 2




CHEM 231 Organic Chemistry I 4

CHEM 232 Organic Chemistry II 4

PHYS 121 General Physics I 4

PHYS 122 General Physics II 4

MATH 121 or 141 3



In order for BIOL 480 to count as an elective, at least threecredit hours of BIOL 480 must be completed and a finalpresentation must be given.

B.S. Biology, Ecology and Conservation BiologyEmphasis


Type: B.S.

Biology B.S. Core Curriculum





BIOL 230 Ecology 4

Required of all B.S. students.

BIOL 320 Genetics 4



Required Courses


BIOL 328 Biostatistics 3

BIOL 345 Environment and Mankind 4

BIOL 360 Plant Biology 4

BIOL 443 Comparative VertebrateAnatomy

4

BIOL 475 Management of Fish &Wildlife Resources

4

BIOL - Botany Elective 4

BIOL - Ecology Elective 4

BIOL - Zoology Elective (x2) 7 - 8


Botany electives:Item # Title Credits

BIOL 314 Systematic Botany 4

BIOL 465 Plant Physiology 4

Sub-Total Credits 4

Ecology electives:Item # Title Credits

BIOL 325 Field Ecology 4

BIOL 335 Limnology 4

Sub-Total Credits 4

Zoology electives:Item # Title Credits

BIOL 312 Ornithology 3

BIOL 435 Herpetology 4

BIOL 440 Mammalogy 4

BIOL 462 Ichthyology 4


In consultation with the advisor, BIOL 480 Research inBiology, may replace one of the electives. In order for BIOL480 to count as an elective, at least three credit hours ofBIOL 480 must be completed and a final presentation mustbe given.






MATH 121 or 141 3



B.S. Life Science Secondary Certification

You must make formal application for admittance to theTeacher Education Program. Applications are available atthe Education Department Office.


Type: B.S.

Life Science B.S. - Secondary Certification





BIOL 230 Ecology 4

BIOL 320 Genetics 4


BIOL - Electives (x3-4) 12





MATH 121 or 141 3


Total credits for degree: 43

Must include one botany elective and one zoology elective.

Minor in Biology


Type: Minor




BIOL Minor - Electives (6hours must be upperdivision)

10



Minor in Life Science - Secondary Certification

You must make formal application for admittance to theTeacher Education Program. Applications are available atthe Education Department Office.


Type: Minor

Minor in Life Science - Secondary CertificationItem # Title Credits



BIOL 230 Ecology 4

BIOL 320 Genetics 4


LIfe Science Minor Electives- upper division (x2)

8



BIOL 101: Anatomy & Physiology IAn integrated study of the anatomy and physiology ofhuman organ systems with a focus on homeostasis and therole of cellular processes involved with maintaining thathomeostasis. Topics include basic cell biology andhistology, skin, bones, muscles, and the nervous system.Does not apply toward a biology major or minor.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Program: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Fall






BIOL 102: Anatomy & Physiology IIAn integrated study of the anatomy and physiology ofhuman organ systems with a focus on homeostasis and therole of cellular processes involved with maintaining thathomeostasis. Topics include the cardiovascular, immune,respiratory, digestive, urinary, endocrine, and reproductivesystems, as well as an introduction to metabolism,nutrition, chemical balance, pregnancy, development, andheredity. Does not apply toward a biology major or minor.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Program: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Spring

BIOL 103: Human BiologyThis is a survey course, concerning the structure andfunction of the human body. Important themes in thiscourse include understanding our bodies' systems, theimpact of disease and injury, as well as disease preventionand the principles of healthful living. This course fulfills theLife Science Competency requirement as specified in theCore Curriculum. Does not apply toward a biology major orminor.


BIOL 111: General Biology IA survey course covering the basic disciplines of lifescience. Topics include cell biology, metabolism, genetics,molecular biology, natural history, and microorganisms. Afull sequence of high school biology and chemistry is highlyrecommended.


BIOL 112: General Biology IIA survey course covering the basic disciplines of lifescience. Topics include protists, fungi, plants, animals, andecology. Animal physiology and behavior is emphasized. Afull sequence of high school biology and chemistry is highlyrecommended.


BIOL 180: Biology Research SeminarA freshman level seminar course designed to initiatestudents early in their careers to the concepts, principlesand conduct of biological research by exposing them toactive researchers in various disciplines of biology. Classactivities include attendance at research presentations bystaff and outside researchers, participation with questionsand preparation of two page summary of eachpresentation. Required for all freshmen. All other biologymajors will be expected to attend. Presentations by specialguests.

Credits: 1Program: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Fall

BIOL 220: Microbiology and ImmunologyIntroduction to the structure, function and control ofmicroorganisms in the environment with special emphasison those organisms of medical importance. Introduction toimmune responses and mechanisms including antibodyand host-antigen interactions, and humoral and cellularimmunological response mechanisms. Lab fee. (Biology orMLS majors should take BIOL 318.)


BIOL 225: Field BiologyThis course is a field study of the plants, animals, naturalfeatures, and climate of a particular region of NorthAmerica or perhaps another continent. it includes the studyof ecological relationships in the selected study area.Students will be assessed by periodic quizzes in the field.This three week intensive field course will involve campingand extensive travel to National Parks, game reserves, andnatural areas. A field trip fee will be charged commensuratewith the distance traveled. (Offered periodically as anintensive course spanning 3 weeks before fall term, duringChristmas holiday, or 3 weeks after spring term. Offeredconcurrently with BIOL 325. Non-Biology majors shouldregister for BIOL 225.)

Credits: 4Program: Biological Sciences









BIOL 230: EcologyThis course will examine the principles governingrelationships between organisms and the physical andchemical environment and among organisms. Importanttopics will include population dynamics, ecosystemprocesses and the distribution of the earth's biomes. Theprinciples of ecology will be brought to bear on issues suchas conservation of biodiversity and wise use of naturalresources. The laboratory includes a four-day field trip.Field trip fee.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 111 BIOL 112Program: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Fall

BIOL 298: Individual Study TopicsA study in an area of student interest under the direction ofa staff member. This study may involve data collection, orlibrary work and will involve a written report. Content andmethod of study must be arranged prior to registration.May be repeated for a total of 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: BIOL 111 BIOL 112 and approval ofinstructorProgram: Biological Sciences

BIOL 299: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin.May be repeated for a total of 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval by department chairProgram: Biological Sciences

BIOL 312: OrnithologyA study of birds, with emphasis on avian identification,geographic distribution, migration, habits and conservation.Attention is given to anatomical and physiological featuresthat contribute to their unique lifestyles. Laboratorysessions are largely in the field and include a five-day fieldtrip. Field trip fee.

Credits: 3Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 2Prerequisites: BIOL 111Program: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Spring even years

BIOL 314: Systematic BotanyThis is a taxonomic study of the flowering plants of Texas. Itincludes methods for identification and preservation ofplant specimens. Laboratory includes a four-day field trip.Field trip fee.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 111 BIOL 112Program: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Spring odd years

BIOL 315: Field Invertebrate ZoologyA taxonomic and ecological study of invertebrates frommarine, freshwater, and terrestrial environments. Someattention is focused on the direct role of invertebrates onhuman life. Laboratory studies include field work locally andat the Texas Gulf Coast. Field trip fee covering cost oftransportation, room and board, and use of a researchvessel. (Offered periodically)

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 111 BIOL 112Program: Biological Sciences

BIOL 318: Microbiology & ImmunologyThis course is an introduction to the structure, function andcontrol of microorganisms in the environment with specialemphasis on those organisms of medical importance.Included is an introduction to immune responses andmechanisms, antibody and host-antigen interactions, bursaland thymic influences on the lymphoid system, andhumoral and cellular immunological response mechanisms.Offered concurrently with BIOL 220, so students of thiscourse cannot appropriate for upper division level work.Students cannot take both courses for credit. (Class countstoward a Biology or MLS major.)

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 111 BIOL 112Program: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Fall


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BIOL 320: GeneticsThe study of inheritance and the molecular mechanismswhich impact it with an emphasis on problem-solving andindependent laboratory work. Course requires acomprehensive written report of results from a semester-long laboratory project.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 111 BIOL 112Program: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Spring

BIOL 325: Field EcologyThis course is a field study of the plants, animals, naturalfeatures, and climate of a particular region of NorthAmerica or perhaps another continent. It includes the studyof ecological relationships in the selected study area.Students will be assessed by periodic quizzes in the fieldand a field presentation or a summative paper afterreturning to campus. This three week intensive field coursewill involve camping and extensive travel to National Parks,game reserves, and natural areas. A field trip fee will becharged commensurate with the distance traveled. (Offeredperiodically as an intensive course spanning 3 weeks beforefall term, Christmas holiday, or 3 weeks after spring term.Offered concurrently with BIOL 225. Biology majors orminors should register for BIOL 325.)

Credits: 4Prerequisites: BIOL 111 BIOL 112Program: Biological Sciences

BIOL 328: BiostatisticsThe student will learn basic statistical skills, such ashypothesis testing, probability, statistical inference,correlation, regression, curve fitting, and population andsample comparison techniques. The student will also learnto analyze data and generate appropriate graphs using R,SPSS, and Excel.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 230 MATH 141Program: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Spring

BIOL 330: Bacteriology and VirologyBiology of bacteria, viruses, fungi and othermicroorganisms, and their interactions with theirenvironment. Includes surveys of microbial diversity andtaxonomy, human-microbe relationships, environmentaland industrial microbiology. Bacteria and viruses will beused in the laboratory to provide training and experimentalmethodology.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 111 BIOL 112 BIOL 320Program: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Periodically

BIOL 333: ParasitologyThis course is a comparative survey of the primaryparasites of human and veterinary importance with anemphasis on morphology, life cycles, epidemiology,pathogenesis and the interface between the parasite andthe host immune system. Students will develop a globalperspective of the burden of parasitic diseases and willanalyze current literature in molecular parasitology topics.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 111 BIOL 112 or permission ofinstructorProgram: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Spring odd years

BIOL 335: LimnologyIn this course we will examine topics dealing with thebiological and ecological characteristics and economicimportance of surface waters, including lakes, streams andwetlands. Specific topics will include light and heat inaquatic environments, dissolved gasses, nutrients,dynamics of phytoplankton, periphyton, and consumersand the impact of human society on natural surface waters.Laboratory includes a four-day field trip. Field trip fee.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 230Program: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Spring even years









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BIOL 340: Cell and Molecular Biology IA study of the internal workings of the cell. The molecularbasis of various cell activities is emphasized. Particularattention is paid to molecular genetics, DNA replication,protein synthesis, regulation of gene expression, andmethods in molecular biology.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 320Program: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Fall

BIOL 341: Cell and Molecular Biology IIA study of the internal workings of the cell. The molecularbasis of various cell activities is emphasized. Particularattention is paid to mammalian cell culture techniques,molecular transport, cell signaling, the cytoskeleton, the cellcycle, and the extracellular matrix.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 340Program: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Spring

BIOL 345: Environment and MankindEnvironmental science is a discipline that encompasseslearning in the sciences, and touches on humandevelopment, governance and policy, and ethics. Thiscourse will provide the student with the tools to thinkcritically about the environment and how human decisionsand activities influence the quality of our lives and the othercreatures we share the earth with. We will engage inlecture, discussion, debate and group projects concerningthe impact of environmental problems, such as wastemanagement, climate change, water issues, biodiversity, airpollution, human population, and resource use by society.We will also focus on local problems concerning ourenvironment (Also taught as HNRS 345).


BIOL 360: Plant BiologyThis is a broad course emphasizing importance of plantsand their role in human life. This is an applied botanycourse in which physiology, structure, development andeconomic botany are studied. The systematic surveysection will include algae, mosses, non-seed plants, andseed plants.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 111 BIOL 112 or permission ofinstructorProgram: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Spring even years

BIOL 410: Human PhysiologyThis course explores the inner workings of the human bodyand how it maintains homeostasis. Emphasis is placed onunderstanding structure-function relationships and theinterconnectedness of organ systems. Students learndiagnostic problem-solving skills, quantitative laboratorytechniques used by physiologists, and methods to evaluatehealth information using peer-reviewed sources.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 111, 112 or BIOL 101, 102Program: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Fall, even years

BIOL 419: Philosophy of ScienceA study of the philosophies and methodologies of science.Includes a review of the history of scientific and religiousthought and the role each has played in the developmentof modern theories of origin (Also taught as RELT or GEOL419 or HNRS 404).

Credits: 3Program: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Spring

BIOL 435: HerpetologyLectures will introduce students to topics of importance tothe study of reptiles and amphibians. In lecture, we willfocus on anatomy, physiology, taxonomy, ecology, behaviorand conservation of this fauna. In laboratories, we will focuson external anatomy, identification skills, habitatpreferences, distribution, and collection techniques. We willplace emphasis on the fauna in our immediate area, but wewill discuss reptiles and amphibians from other areas ofTexas in our laboratories.

Credits: 4Prerequisites: BIOL 111 BIOL 112Program: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Fall, odd years















BIOL 440: MammalogyA systematic study of mammals with emphasis on naturalhistory and ecology.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 111 BIOL 112Program: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Fall, odd years

BIOL 443: Comparative Vertebrate AnatomyAn introduction to the classification and diversity ofchordates and a comparison of the different vertebrateorgan systems. Special consideration will be given totaxonomic comparisons of the skeletal and muscularsystems.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 111 BIOL 112Program: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Fall, even years

BIOL 450: HistologyAn investigation of the structure and function of the tissuesof the human body. The course is lab intensive and isintended to acquaint the student with the microscopiccharacteristics of tissues.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 111 BIOL 112Program: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Fall, odd years

BIOL 455: ImmunologyThis course presents the basic concepts of the innate andadaptive immune systems including details about themolecules, cells and organs involved. Emphasis will beplaced on mechanisms of immune system developmentand response to pathogens, as well as on the classicexperiments performed to make key discoveries inimmunology.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 320Program: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Spring even years

BIOL 462: IchthyologyA systematic study of fishes with emphasis on anatomy,physiology, taxonomy, behavior, ecology, and conservationof this fauna. In laboratories, we will focus on externalanatomy, identification skills, habitat preferences,distribution, and collection techniques. We will placeemphasis on the fauna in our immediate area. Lecture andlaboratories will discuss fishes from other areas ofTexas and the world.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 111 BIOL 112Program: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Fall, even years

BIOL 465: Plant PhysiologyThis is a study of primary plant metabolic processes,including the movement of materials in and out of plantcells and within plants, photosynthesis, respiration, mineralnutrition, nitrogen metabolism and growth analysis. Othertopics include environmental physiology such as the effectsof temperature, salt, and water stress and the implicationsof globally rising carbon dioxide.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 111 BIOL 112Program: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Periodically

BIOL 475: Management of Fish & Wildlife ResourcesThis integrative course focuses on ecological principles asthey are applied to the conservation and management offisheries and wildlife resources. We will also discuss howconservation practices are influenced by politics and law,culture, social acceptability and economic feasibility. In lab,you will be introduced to the techniques and equipmentused to survey fisheries and wildlife populations. Lec. 3 Lab3.

Credits: 4Prerequisites: BIOL 230Program: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Fall, odd years

BIOL 480: Research in BiologyA supervised research experience involving thedevelopment of a research question, data collection, anddata analysis. May be repeated for a total of 5 credits.

Credits: 1 - 2Prerequisites: Approval of research advisorProgram: Biological SciencesSemester Offered: Fall, Spring






















BIOL 498: Individual Study TopicsSpecial study may be pursued beyond completed coursework under the direction of a staff member. This study mayinvolve data collection or library work and will involve awritten report. Content and method of study must bearranged prior to registration. May be repeated for a totalof 3 credits. (Offered periodically)

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: BIOL 111 BIOL 112 Two upper divisioncourses; and permission of the instructorProgram: Biological Sciences

BIOL 499: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin.Student may be allowed to repeat the course for credit.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval by department chairProgram: Biological Sciences






Business Administration

Faculty/StaffAaron Moses, Adventist Health System Endowed Chair ofBusiness Administration; Joshua Michalski, Ana Patterson,Chanda Reins

Adjunct: Scott Cain, Alex Falcon, Brianne Michalski, JudithMiles

MissionThe Department of Business Administration preparesstudents for Christian service and business leadership inthe global economy. Our department is built on academicexcellence, integrity, and an entrepreneurial spirit. Weserve and value a diverse student body, equipping themwith the intellectual fortitude to change the world.

Aims of the Department• Maintain a curriculum that provides students with the

necessary knowledge for successful work experiencein today's business environment and graduatestudies.

• Promote student's awareness of free enterprise withan international orientation within a framework ofmoral and ethical guidelines.

• Enrich the learning-teaching experience by fosteringaccess to and utilization of appropriate learningresources.

• Promote faculty and student's involvement incommunity activities.

B.B.A.For a dual concentration (ex. Management/Marketing) thestudent must declare a dual concentration as part of theirBBA degree. A minimum of 18 credit hours is required foreach concentration. The student must understand that withthe additional credit hours, graduation time may beextended. Only required concentration courses will beallowed to overlap between the two concentrations. Acourse taken as part of one of the concentration's requiredcourses cannot be used as an elective choice in the otherconcentration. Planning the two concentrations must bedone with the aid of the student's advisor.

B.B.A. Accounting

Numerous career choices are available to accountinggraduates, including working in not- for-profit accounting(for the Seventh-day Adventist denomination or other not-for-profit entities), public accounting, industry (ranging fromsmall businesses to large corporations), and governmentalaccounting.

Program: Business Administration

Type: B.B.A.

Business Core Courses


ACCT 211 Accounting Principles I 3

ACCT 212 Accounting Principles II 3

BUAD 202 Introduction toContemporary Business

3

BUAD 211 Profiles ofEntrepreneurship

3

BUAD 270 Management InformationSystems

3

BUAD 301 Principles of Management 3

BUAD 311 Business Law 3

BUAD 460 Ethics and Business SocialResponsibility

3

BUAD 466 or ECON 401 3

BUAD 472 Business Policies andStrategies

3

ECON 211 Macroeconomics 3

ECON 212 Microeconomics 3

FNCE 321 Business Finance 3

MKTG 343 Principles of Marketing 3

Required of all BBA students.

*BUAD 202 is required of all Freshman BBA majors. Juniorlevel transfer students may substitute a business elective for thisclass with approval from their advisor. Southwestern studentswho are changing from another major to a BBA are alsorequired to take BUAD 202 unless their advisor recommendsan alternative.

Business AdministrationDegrees


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ACCT 315 Intermediate Accounting I 4

ACCT 316 Intermediate Accounting II 4

ACCT Electives 10


Cognate Requirements


COMM 111 Speech 3

CSIS 106 ComprehensiveSpreadsheets

3

MATH 141 Introduction to Probabilityand Statistics

3

Sub-Total Credits 9


BUAD 317 or COMM 113 may be taken as an alternative toCOMM 111 and also fulfill the communication competencyrequirement.

B.B.A. Finance




Type: B.B.A.

Business Core CoursesItem # Title Credits




3


3


3




3



3







FNCE 433 Investment Principles 3

FNCE 452 International Finance 3

FNCE 488 Advanced Finance 3

FNCE 493 Money and Banking 3

FNCE Electives 6




COMM 111 Speech 3


3


3

Sub-Total Credits 9


**BUAD 317 or COMM 113 may be taken as an alternativeto COMM 111 and also fulfill the communicationcompetency requirement.

B.B.A. International Business


Type: B.B.A.









3


3


3




3



3







BUAD 453 Cross-Cultural Studies 3

BUAD 454 International Management 3


MKTG 452 International Marketing 3

International BusinessElectives

6






COMM 111 Speech 3


3


3

Sub-Total Credits 9



B.B.A. Marketing


Type: B.B.A.






3


3


3



BUAD 321 Business Finance 3


3







3






MKTG 241 Public Relations 3

MKTG 350 Consumer Behavior 3

MKTG 351 Advertising 3

MKTG 443 Marketing Research 3


Marketing Electives 3




COMM 111 Speech 3


3


3

Sub-Total Credits 9



B.B.A. Operations Management


Type: B.B.A.

Business Core CoursesRequired of all BBA students.






3


3


3




3



3







BUAD 467 Supply Chain Analysis 3

BUAD 468 Logistics Management 3

BUAD 469 Quality Control andImprovement

3

BUAD 470 Business Intelligence andAnalytics

3

Operations Electives 6




COMM 111 Speech 3


3





3

Sub-Total Credits 9


B.S. Business

The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business is a businessdegree intended to be a general business degree.Additionally, this degree gives students pursuing otherareas of interest (i.e., pre-med, pre-dental, pre-law, etc.)more flexibility to invest in other fields while still developingthe breadth of management, interpersonal andprofessional skill required in today's complex businessworld. The BS in Business degree is also designed to becompatible with Southwestern's Distance Educationprogram.


Type: B.S.

Required Courses




3


3



BUAD 317 Business Communication 3

BUAD 372 Human ResourcesManagement

3




3


3

ECON 211 or ECON 212 3

BUAD 372, BUAD 454, BUAD 423, and ECON 401 may besubstituted for another business course with the approvalof your advisor. You must have at least one internationalcourse.




Cognate RequirementsItem # Title Credits


3


3

Sub-Total Credits 6


Minor in Accounting


Type: Minor




ACCT 315 Intermediate Accounting I 4

ACCT 316 Intermediate Accounting II 4

ACCT Electives upperdivision

4



Minor in Business


Type: Minor










BUAD Electives (upperdivision)

6



Minor in Finance


Type: Minor





FNCE 433 Investment Principles 3


Finance Minor Electives 3



Minor in International Business


Type: Minor





BUAD 453 Cross-Cultural Studies 3





Minor in Marketing


Type: Minor





Marketing Minor Electives 9



Senior Living Management Certificate


Admission Requirements

The senior living industry (e.g., assisted living, independentliving, and memory care) employs administrators who havereal-world experiences, but may lack specific formaleducation in business and in the senior living industry.Southwestern Adventist University's Senior LivingManagement Certificate meets the educational needs ofcurrent administrators of senior living facilities orprofessionals who are interested in transitioning into thesenior living industry. Students will gain a foundationalunderstanding of the key areas of business administrationas well as how to apply these principles in the successfuloperation of a senior living facility. Additionally, studentswill become knowledgeable on topics specifically related tothe industry such as federal and state regulations, seniorwellness and the long-term care continuum.

The program curriculum, offered entirely online, consists offour courses, totaling 12 semester hours of upper divisioncollege credit. The certificate does not constitute a collegedegree, though credits may be transferred to any otheraccredited college or university and may be applied towarda degree at Southwestern Adventist University. Eachcourse meets the Texas Licensing Standards for AssistedLiving Facilities 8-hour continuing education.

Applicants to the Senior Living Management Certificatemust have earned at least 60 college credit hours OR haveat least 3 years of experience within the senior livingindustry. Applicants must:

1. Complete an application for admission into thecertificate program

2. Pay a non-refundable application fee of $253. Provide proof of eligibility by one of the following

methods:





Certificate Completion

Cost of the Certificate

◦ Submit official transcripts◦ If eligibility is based on work experience,

applicants must also submit a currentprofessional resume AND a signed letter fromcurrent or previous employer confirming workexperience

Certificates will be awarded to students who complete allcourse requirements and maintain a minimum 2.5 gradepoint average. Candidates must submit a CertificateCompletion contract to the Records Office. A $25 certificatefee is required at the time the certificate is completed.

Tuition for non-degree seeking students is $400 per credithour (or $1,200 per course) plus a technology fee. Thereare currently no scholarships available from the universityfor non-degree seeking students. All charges must becovered at the time of registration for each course. Costsfor degree-seeking students will follow the normal tuitionrate and scholarships may be available.


Certificate Course RequirementsItem # Title Credits

BSLM 301 Legal and EthicalFramework of Senior Living

3

BSLM 302 Quality in Resident Careand Services

3

BSLM 303 Financial and HumanResource Management ofSenior Living Facilities

3

BSLM 304 Senior Living Marketing,Management andLeadership

3




Program DescriptionThe senior living industry (e.g., assisted living, independentliving, and memory care) employs administrators who havereal-world experiences, but may lack specific formaleducation in business and in the senior living industry.Southwestern Adventist University’s Senior LivingManagement Certificate meets the educational needs of



current administrators of senior living facilities orprofessionals who are interested in transitioning into thesenior living industry. Students will gain a foundationalunderstanding of the key areas of business administrationas well as how to apply these principles in the successfuloperation of a senior living facility. Additionally, students willbecome knowledgeable on topics specifically related to theindustry such as federal and state regulations, seniorwellness and the long-term care continuum.

The program curriculum, offered entirely online, consists of4 courses, totaling 12-semester hours of college credit. Thecertificate does not constitute a college degree, thoughcredits may be transferred to any other accredited collegeor university and may be applied toward a degree atSouthwestern Adventist University. Courses may meetseveral states’ continuing education requirements assistedliving managers.

Applicants to the Senior Living Management Certificatemust:

1. Complete an application for admission into thecertificate program.

2. Submit official transcripts from all college/universitiesattended.

3. If applicant has NOT earned a college degree(Associate’s degree or higher), the applicant mustsubmit

one of the following:

1. Official secondary school transcript with a gradepoint average (GPA) of at least 2.50 (on a 4.00scale).

2. General Education Development (GED) testaverage score of 500 with no score below 450.Texas GED 150-159 subject to committeereview. 160-200 regular admission.

3. Home school transcript with courses, grades,and dates of completion with a state-issuedcertificate of secondary school completion ifapplicable.

4. General Certificate of Secondary Education:must have five (5) passes or more.

Certificates will be awarded to students who complete allcourse requirements. No class with a grade below a C maybe applied to certificate completion. Candidates mustsubmit a Certificate Completion contract to the RecordsOffice. A $25 certificate fee is required at the time thecertificate is completed.



Cost of the CertificateTuition for non-degree seeking students is $400 per credithour (or $1,200 per course) plus a $50 technology fee.There are currently no scholarships available from theuniversity for non-degree seeking students. All charges

must be covered at the time of registration for each course.Costs for degree-seeking students will follow the normaltuition rate and scholarships may be available.


Type: Cert



3


3


3


3



ACCT 211: Accounting Principles INature of accounting data and its use in business,fundamental procedures and records, operating cycle,preparation of financial statements, measurement ofincome and assets.

Credits: 3Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Fall

ACCT 212: Accounting Principles IIAccounting procedures and practices in partnerships andcorporations, development of accounting data for use inmanagement decisions, financial statement analysis, cashflow, income tax.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ACCT 211Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Spring

ACCT 315: Intermediate Accounting IAn in-depth study of the theory and techniques of financialaccounting, including an accounting conceptual framework,a review of the accounting process and financial statementpresentation, liabilities, and accounting concerns andstandards relating to both current and noncurrent assets.This course covers materials and methods tested on theCPA exam.

Credits: 4Prerequisites: ACCT 212Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Fall

ACCT 316: Intermediate Accounting IIA continuation of ACCT 315 emphasizing the application ofaccounting theory and standards to liabilities, equity,revenue recognition, leases, post-retirement benefits,income taxes, financial analysis, and accounting prices.Approximately one-quarter of this course deals withaccounting research. This course covers materials andmethods tested on the CPA exam.

Credits: 4Prerequisites: ACCT 315Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Spring

ACCT 317: Cost AccountingAn in-depth study of the technical aspects of costaccounting systems including cost allocations; joint productand by-product accounting; actual, standard, and directcost methods. Process costing is emphasized. This coursecovers materials tested on the CPA exam.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ACCT 212Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Fall, odd years

ACCT 319: Fund AccountingSpecial accounting procedures for units of government andother not-for-profit organizations. This course coversmaterials and methods tested on the CPA exam.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ACCT 212Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Spring odd years




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ACCT 412: AuditingA study of the theory and practice of auditing, with anemphasis on auditor compliance with governmental andprofessional regulations as well as ethical standards and onthe detection of fraud. This course covers materials andmethods tested on the CPA exam.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ACCT 212Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Fall, odd years

ACCT 415: Advanced AccountingA study of advanced accounting and financial reportingtopics including business combinations and consolidatedfinancial statements, partnerships and branches,bankruptcy, multinational enterprises, and segments. Thiscourse covers materials and methods tested on the CPAexam.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ACCT 316Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Fall, even years

ACCT 417: Accounting Information SystemsA conceptual foundation of accounting information systemswith emphasis on security, internal controls and setting upa computerized system using commercial accountingsoftware.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ACCT 212Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Spring odd years

ACCT 418: Federal Income TaxesA study of the provisions of federal income tax laws as theyapply to individuals, corporations, and other taxpayers.Emphasis is on personal income taxes, the various types ofincome, and the deductibility of costs and expenses in thedetermination of tax liability. Approximately one-quarter ofthis course deals with tax accounting research. This coursecovers materials and methods tested on the CPA exam.

Credits: 4Prerequisites: ACCT 212Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Spring even years

ACCT 492: Accounting InternshipThis course is an on-the-job, career-oriented internshipprogram for training in accounting. Variable credit of 3-8semester hours is available. Admission to internship islimited to students who have completed 40 semester hoursin the business core and concentration and havemaintained a GPA of at least 2.50 in the major. Priorapproval of the business internship coordinator anddepartment chair are required before the internship isstarted. The internship may count as one three-hourelective course in the accounting concentration. Note: Astudent may not exceed a total of 8 hours for ACCT 492,BUAD 492, and MKTG 492 combined. Eligible for IP grading.

Credits: 3 - 8Program: Business Administration

ACCT 498: Individual Study TopicsDesigned for the student who wishes to do independentstudy or research. Content and method of study must bearranged prior to registration. May be repeated for a totalof 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Permission of department chairProgram: Business Administration

BSLM 201: Legal and Ethical Framework of SeniorLivingWhile integrating essential topics in businesscommunications, this course will examine, within thecontext of the senior living industry, how business disputesare resolved in our legal system, how to minimize the risk oflegal action, methods of evaluating ethical dilemmas, andthe federal and state laws and regulations applicable to theclassification, construction and operation of senior livingfacilities.

Credits: 3Program: Business Administration

BSLM 202: Quality in Resident Care and ServicesThis course will discuss how to provide excellent quality ofcare and customer service to all senior living facilitystakeholders. Topics covered will include facility design,customer service, family care services, senior healthcare,nutrition, and memory care training.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: BSLM 201 or permission from AdvisorProgram: Business Administration














BSLM 203: Financial and Human ResourceManagement of Senior Living FacilitiesBest practices for financial and human resourcemanagement will be the focus of this course. Topics willinclude budgeting, interpretation of financial statements,basic accounting principles, recruiting, hiring, scheduling,performance reviews, personnel laws and employeeretention strategies.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: BSLM202 or permission from AdvisorProgram: Business Administration

BSLM 204: Senior Living Marketing, Management andLeadershipThis course will focus on how to successfully manage andgrow a senior living facility. Established marketing principleswill be explored along with industry-specific salesstrategies. Other topics discussed will include managementprinciples, management versus leadership, leadershipstyles, motivation, and leading high- performing teams.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: BSLM202 & BSLM203 or permission fromAdvisorProgram: Business Administration

BSLM 301: Legal and Ethical Framework of SeniorLivingWhile integrating essential topics in businesscommunications, this course will examine, within thecontext of the senior living industry, how business disputesare resolved in our legal system, how to minimize the risk oflegal action, methods of evaluating ethical dilemmas, andthe federal and state laws and regulations applicable to theclassification, construction and operation of senior livingfacilities.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ENGL 121 or equivalentProgram: Business Administration

BSLM 302: Quality in Resident Care and ServicesThis course will discuss how to provide excellent quality ofcare and customer service to all senior living facilitystakeholders. Topics covered will include facility design,customer service, family care services, senior healthcare,nutrition, and memory care training.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: BSLM 301 or permission from AdvisorCo-Requisites: or equivalentProgram: Business Administration

BSLM 303: Financial and Human ResourceManagement of Senior Living FacilitiesBest practices for financial and human resourcemanagement will be the focus of this course. Topics willinclude budgeting, interpretation of financial statements,basic accounting principles, recruiting, hiring, scheduling,performance reviews, personnel laws and employeeretention strategies.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: BSLM 301 or permission from AdvisorCo-Requisites: or equivalentProgram: Business Administration

BSLM 304: Senior Living Marketing, Management andLeadershipThis course will focus on how to successfully manage andgrow a senior living facility. Established marketing principleswill be explored along with industry-specific salesstrategies. Other topics discussed will include managementprinciples, management versus leadership, leadershipstyles, motivation, and leading high-performing teams.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: BSLM 302 BSLM 303 or permission fromAdvisorProgram: Business Administration

BUAD 120: Personal FinanceAn introduction to personal financial planning and theimpact of economics, environment, age, geographiclocation, personal income and career choice on personalfinances. Some topics include planning processes, budgets,taxes, credit, loans, insurance, investing and retirementplanning.

Credits: 3Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Spring

BUAD 202: Introduction to Contemporary BusinessAn introduction to business models and functions withinthe current cultural and technological environments.Careers in each of the major areas of Business andcommon career orientation skills are introduced. Thecourse further aims to provide practical research skills thatare commonly used in the different functions of business.Additionally, the course serves as an instrument where thestudents' knowledge of business upon entering theprogram can be assessed as well as a place to introducegraduation requirements of the business program.Portfolio requirements are covered.





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BUAD 211: Profiles of EntrepreneurshipA course exploring the essence of entrepreneurship asexpressed by leading experts in the field and visitingbusiness professionals who share their personalexperience. Emphasis is placed on innovation andteamwork as class members engage in new venturedevelopment.


BUAD 250: Project Management and LeadershipCourse open to business and nonbusiness students whodesire to learn and practice the intricacies of projectmanagement and leadership. Subjects include projectplanning, budgeting, scheduling, implementing, evaluatingand reporting. Students will work as part of entrepreneurialteams to design, develop and implement projects. Eachteam will work independently, with the guidance of industrymentors and faculty coaches, to develop and implementspecific projects. Enactus may be used as a means foraccomplishing the practical aspects of the course. Lec &Lab.


BUAD 251: Project Managementor permission of department chair Course open tobusiness majors to practice the intricacies of projectmanagement and leadership. Under the direction of afaculty member, a student will identify, plan, and implementa project that is congruent with his/her professionaltraining and goals. Students will be active members of theEnactus team. May be repeated for a total of 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: BUAD 250 or permission of department chairProgram: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Spring

BUAD 270: Management Information SystemsThe fundamentals of information systems: hardware andsoftware, extensive information on database systems,telecommunications, electronic commerce, and knowledgemanagement. Spreadsheet applications will also becovered in depth.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Grade of at least 70 on the computerentrance test, or CSIS 102 or CSIS 110 or permission of thedepartment.Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Fall

BUAD 295: Health Care ManagementThis course will explore the application of managementtheories in a regional hospital. Lectures will be presentedby visiting professionals currently managing a regionalhospital. Lectures will cover both the strategic planning andthe day-to-day operations necessary to operate a regionalhospital.


BUAD 298: Individual Study TopicsDesigned for the student who wishes to do independentstudy or research. Content and method of study must bearranged prior to registration. Alternatively, Selected Topicsmay be used for teaching special courses on a limited basisthat are not listed otherwise in the bulletin. This class maybe repeated for different topics.


BUAD 299: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin. .May be repeated for a total of 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval by department chairProgram: Business Administration

BUAD 301: Principles of ManagementA foundation course introducing the key managementfunction of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling.Emphasis placed on leading and managing internationalorganizations in a global economy and marketplace.


BUAD 302: Advanced Software ApplicationsInformation systems, components of the Office suite, andintegration of the individual software packages with oneanother and the Internet. Projects will challenge studentsto apply advanced software functions to real-life businessscenarios.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: CSIS 102Program: Business Administration










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BUAD 311: Business LawA study of the legal issues confronted in businessoperations. A general overview of the legal environment ispresented, followed by an in-depth examination of contractlaw and the law of agency. This course covers materialstested on the CPA exam.


BUAD 317: Business CommunicationThis course is designed to survey the principles and formsof communication frequently found in domestic andinternational organizations. Emphasis on oral and writtencommunication theory and practice. This covers materialstested on the CPA Exam.


BUAD 372: Human Resources ManagementA course designed to provide a working knowledge ofpersonnel functions, with emphasis on recruitment,selection, training, job design, performance evaluation,wage/salary administration, and compliance withregulation.


BUAD 423: Organizational BehaviorA study of the understanding, prediction, and control ofhuman behavior within organizations. Topics includemotivation, learning, leadership, diversity, communication,interpersonal behavior, group dynamics, decision-makingand change.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: BUAD 301Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Fall

BUAD 451: International BusinessAn analysis of how culture and social values influencemanagement and marketing practices throughout theworld. Problems and perspectives encountered inoperating business across boundaries are considered.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: BUAD 301 MKTG 343Program: Business Administration

BUAD 453: Cross-Cultural StudiesA study of communication between cultures in an ever-changing world. This course will examine theinterdependent global society, the structure and identity ofculture, worldviews and cultural values. The effects of crosscultural communication, both verbal and nonverbal, inbusiness settings will be examined. Practical applicationsare made for cultural differences, managementexpectations, and marketing practices.


BUAD 454: International ManagementThis course will provide students necessary skills andknowledge to manage within organizations that aremultinational. There is an emphasis on the study andanalysis of environmental forces, organizational design andorganizational strategy in the global environment.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: BUAD 301Program: Business Administration

BUAD 460: Ethics and Business Social ResponsibilityA study of the ethical, social, and legal responsibilities ofbusiness to its stakeholders, in relation to a dynamicmacro-environment. Research paper required.


BUAD 466: Production and Operations ManagementA study and analysis of the planning, design, direction, andcontrol of physical and human resources used in theproduction of goods and services. Emphasis is placed onsolutions to operational problems in the physical,locational, storage, and general service subsystems.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MATH 141Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Fall

BUAD 467: Supply Chain AnalysisA study and analysis of the lean supply chain. Emphasis isplaced in forecasting methods, demand analysis and theintegration of demand into the production schedulethroughout the value chain. Integrates advanced statisticsand simulations.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MATH 141 CSIS 106 Recommended: BUAD466Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Spring odd years





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BUAD 468: Logistics ManagementA focused course within the supply chain, emphasizing themodes of transportation available, cost, timing, service andtradeoffs with overall production strategy. Explores storageand movement of goods throughout the production cycle.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Recommended: BUAD 466Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Fall, odd years

BUAD 469: Quality Control and ImprovementA demonstration of mastery and technical proficiency instatistics and quality control, as prescribed very variousdifferent quality management systems such as Six Sigmaand Agile. This includes foundations, measurement,analysis, improvement and controlling phases. Courseincludes a hands-on project for quality evaluation andimprovement and a comprehensive exam. Students whopass the exam will earn an internationally recognizedcertification in quality management such as Six Sigma orAgile.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MATH 141Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Spring even years

BUAD 470: Business Intelligence and AnalyticsA practical course combining applied statistics anddatabase software. Emphasis is placed on obtaining andextrapolating data to develop reports, workflows, schedulesand operational decisions in the context of linearprogramming.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MATH 141 CSIS 106 Recommended: BUAD466Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Fall, even years

BUAD 472: Business Policies and StrategiesSubject to prior permission of department chair. Anintegrative capstone course that explains what policies are,how they relate to strategies, and how a manager builds astrategic dimension into his or her actions. Any problem oropportunity - accounting, management, marketing, finance,production, organizational, personnel or otherorganizational dimensions - if it materially affects a firm'sperformance, is of strategic concern. The PeregrineBusiness Administration Common Professional Componentexam is taken and student participates in the BusinessStrategy Game simulation. Portfolio requirement andcompletion is covered. Lab Fee.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Open only to seniors majoring in thedepartment. Subject to prior permission of departmentchair.Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Spring

BUAD 492: Business InternshipAn on-the-job, career-oriented internship program fortraining in business management. Variable credit of 3-8semester hours is available. Admission to internship islimited to students who have completed 40 semester hoursin the business core and concentration and havemaintained a GPA of at least 2.50 in the major. Priorapproval of the business internship coordinator anddepartment chair are required before the internship isstarted. The internship may count as one three-hourelective course in the management concentration. Note: Astudent may not exceed a total of 8 hours for BUAD 492,ACCT 492, and MKTG 492 combined. Eligible for IP grading.


BUAD 496: Senior Business SeminarPreparation for meeting the demands of the work andacademic worlds after graduation. Topics include currenttrends, issues, challenges, and opportunities in businessand in graduate education. Portfolio requirement. SeniorExit Test given.


BUAD 498: Individual Study TopicsDesigned for the student who wishes to do independentstudy or research. Content and method of study must bearranged prior to registration. Alternatively, Selected Topicsmay be used for teaching special courses on a limited basisthat are not listed otherwise in the bulletin. This class maybe repeated for different topics.













BUAD 499: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin.Student may be allowed to repeat the course for credit.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval by department chairProgram: Business Administration

ECON 211: MacroeconomicsA basic study of macroeconomics which includes nationalproblems such as supply and demand, growth, output andproductivity, inflation, employment, interest rates, tradebalance, and fiscal and monetary policies.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Aleks Placement Test Score 46-60 and highschool Algebra II with a grade of at least a B-, or MATH 110with a C- or higher, or enrolled in MATH 110 concurrently,or permission of the departmentProgram: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Fall

ECON 212: MicroeconomicsA basic study of microeconomics which includes supply anddemand theory, production and operation cost theory,consumer theory, price theory, competition, marketstructures, economics of the firm, and the role ofgovernment.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Aleks Placement Test Score 46-60 and highschool Algebra II with a grade of at least a B-, or MATH 110with a C- or higher, or enrolled in MATH 110 concurrently,or permission of the department.Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Spring

ECON 401: Managerial EconomicsA course designed to integrate advanced microeconomicstheory and analysis into the strategy and analysis used inbusiness management, operations, marketing and finance.Course will evaluate fundamentals of industry competition;the structure of markets and how firms participate in thesemarkets; growth and consolidation of markets andgovernmental responses; analysis of market power; thepredictive behavior of firms from the framework of a gamemodel; competitive behaviors of firms that include pricediscrimination, collusion and vertical integration, industrialregulation and public policy.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ECON 211 Recommended: MATH 141Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Fall

FNCE 321: Business FinanceA survey of the field of finance, both private and public.Emphasis is placed on current problems in the field.Financial institutions are discussed, and loans andinvestment practices are analyzed.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ACCT 211Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Fall

FNCE 422: Portfolio ManagementThis course will focus on portfolio optimization and assetallocation, the basics of bond pricing and debt portfoliomanagement, the theory of asset pricing models and theirpricing and debt portfolio management, the theory of assetpricing models and their implications for investment as wellas techniques for evaluating investment managementperformance. The course will build upon the analytical skillsdeveloped in Financial Management.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: FNCE 321Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Spring odd years

FNCE 433: Investment PrinciplesProvides the student with the tools necessary for evaluatinginvestments, including stocks, bonds, options andcommodities. Evaluate the organization of securitiesmarkets, mutual fund investing, efficient market hypothesis,and fundamental analysis and valuation. Additionally, itpresents a systematic methodology for constructingefficient portfolios and evaluating portfolio performance.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: FNCE 321Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Spring even years

FNCE 450: Working Capital ManagementThis course includes topics addressing short-term financialmanagement and covers the cost to benefit trade-offs ofliquidity, management of working capital, management andbudgeting of cash, short-term investing and financingissues.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: FNCE 321Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Spring even years





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FNCE 452: International FinanceFinancial management and economic theory in theinternational environment. The impact of regulation,taxation, capital and money markets, working capitalmanagement, capital budgeting, risk, and exchange rateson decision-making are considered. Consideration is alsogiven to the development and application of economicprinciples within the world economy.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: FNCE 321 ECON 211Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Spring

FNCE 488: Advanced FinanceGeneral survey of financial theories, from the viewpoint ofboth the financial officer or manager and creditor orstockholder.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: FNCE 321Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Spring

FNCE 493: Money and BankingThis course addresses classical and contemporary issues inthe theory of money, banking, and financial institutions.Topics covered include: the gold standard, the structure ofcentral banks and the Federal Reserve system, theories ofmoney demand and money supply, the relationshipbetween money supply and overall economic activity, thetheoretical and practical aspects of monetary policies andmoney creation, the efficacy of fiscal policies versusmonetary policies, and the role the Federal Reserve plays ineconomic stabilization. We shall pay particular attention tothe money creation plays in economic stabilization. Weshall pay particular attention to the money creationprocess, to endogenous money versus exogenous money,and to the ability of the Federal Reserve to stabilize theeconomy.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ECON 211Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Fall, even years

MKTG 237: Video ProductionThis course includes segments on lighting, the videocamera, the production switcher, equipmentinterconnection, digital nonlinear editing, and programproduction for television. Emphasis is given to multiplecamera techniques for both studio and locationproductions. Supplies fee.

. (Also taught as COMM 237.)


MKTG 241: Public RelationsA course dealing with definitions, basic objectives, andconcepts of public relations. Attention is given to the role ofpublic relations, research for public relations, public andtarget audiences, communication concepts and channels,campaigns, and the legal and ethical environment of publicrelations. (Also taught as COMM 241.)


MKTG 303: E-commerce and Web Site DesignAn examination of the ground rules for competitive survivalin the new market space of electronic commerce, includingthe electronic channels or well-designed Web sites andtheir impact on small and large business entities. Emphasiswill be placed on analyzing information and applyinggraphic design techniques to develop effective Web pagesfor on-line business. Topics include e-commerce,navigation, security issues, networks, business models, andan overview of Web design and development tools.


MKTG 343: Principles of MarketingAn introductory course dealing with basic marketingconcepts. Emphasis is placed on managerial decisions tomeet customer needs in the areas of product design, price,promotion, and distribution. Lab Fee.


MKTG 350: Consumer BehaviorAn integration of marketing theory and the behavioralsciences in order to understand choices and influences inconsumer decision behavior.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MKTG 343Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Spring

MKTG 351: AdvertisingThis course studies the role of advertising in society, itsimpact on the economy, its function in business andmarketing, and its communication aspects, including mediaapplications. Attention is given to social, legal, and ethicalconsiderations, the business of advertising, consumerbehavior, and creative strategies and processes. (Alsotaught as COMM 351.)

















MKTG 402: E-Commerce EnvironmentA course designed to explore the world of e-businessthrough using the web for selling and promotion. Emphasisis placed on the use of social networks, developing e-commerce sites, processing payments, trust and security,protecting intellectual property, optimizing search engineresults, and new methods of doing business online.


MKTG 442: Applied Advertising and Public RelationsThis course uses team projects to teach the tools andtechniques necessary to work in the fields of advertisingand public relations. Advertising assignments may include,but are not limited to, image and identity, politicaladvertising, jingles and slogans, campaigns for large andsmall companies, and demographic and psychographicresearch. Public relations assignments may include, but arenot limited to, crisis management, special events, mediarelations, publications, and internal communications. (Alsotaught as COMM 442.)

Credits: 3Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Fall, even years

MKTG 443: Marketing ResearchAn overview of research theories, concepts, andmethodologies as applied to marketing problems. Attentionis directed toward the application of sampling, sampledesign, data analysis of marketing problems, and howfindings are used in formulating marketing policies.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MKTG 343Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Spring odd years

MKTG 452: International MarketingThis course will provide students skills and knowledge ofthe strategies for entering the international marketplace.An emphasis is placed on the impact of sociocultural,economic, technological, governmental, and demographicfactors on the international marketing mix.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MKTG 343Program: Business AdministrationSemester Offered: Fall

MKTG 492: Marketing InternshipThis course is an on-the-job, career-oriented internshipprogram for training in marketing and e-commerce.Variable credit of 3-8 hours is available. Admission tointernship is limited to students who have completed 40semester hours in the business core and concentrationand have maintained a GPA of at least 2.50 in the major.Prior approval of both the business internship coordinatorand the department chair is required before the internshipis started. The internship may count as one three-hourelective course in the marketing concentration. 45 workhours for each internship credit are needed. Note: Astudent may not exceed a total of 8 hours for MKTG 492,ACCT 492 and BUAD 492 combined. Eligible for IP grading.










Chemistry and Physics

B.A. Chemistry

Program: Chemistry and Physics

Type: B.A.




CHEM 201 Research Methods in thePhysical Sciences

1

CHEM 221 Modern AnalyticalChemistry

4



CHEM 341 Physical Chemistry I 4

CHEM 431 Biochemistry I 3

CHEM 432 Biochemistry I Lab 1

CHEM 462 Inorganic Chemistry 3

CHEM 475 Research Methods inChemistry

4

CHEM Electives upperdivision

4


Chemistry and Physics Degrees

Faculty/StaffGerald Springer, Chair; Nicholas Madhiri

Aims of the ChemistryProgramThe aim of the chemistry program is to develop in studentsthe ability to think critically and creatively. The chemistrycurriculum is designed to provide the student with a strongbackground in the areas of organic chemistry, biochemistry,analytical chemistry and physical chemistry. The major willserve as a solid foundation upon which the candidate canbuild a professional career or a more specialized graduateprogram.


MATH 181 Calculus I 4




Recommended cognates:Item # Title Credits

MATH 182 Calculus II 4

MATH 283 Calculus III 4

CSIS 110 Principles of ComputerProgramming I

3

PHYS 221 General Physics withCalculus I

1

PHYS 222 General Physics withCalculus II

1



B.S. Biochemistry


Type: B.S.





Biochemistry Electives 4




1


4





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CHEM 433 Biochemistry II 3

CHEM 434 Biochemistry II Lab 1


4

CHEM Electives upperdivision

4









Recommended CognatesItem # Title Credits


1


1

RELT 419 Philosophy of Science 3

Sub-Total Credits 5


B.S. Chemistry


Type: B.S.





1


4




CHEM 342 Physical Chemistry II 4





4

BS CHEM Electives upperdivision

4




3








MATH 321 Differential Equations 3


1


1

Intermediate foreignlanguage

6



B.S. Physical Science with Chemistry EmphasisSecondary Teaching Area


Type: B.S.




B.S. Physical Science with Chemistry EmphasisSecondary Teaching Area

Teaching Certification Program





1








4

PHYS 112 Introductory Astronomy 4




1


1

CHEM Minor Electives 6hours upper division

10



The following Physical Science major is for teachingcertification only. Requirements for certification are listed inthe Education section of this Bulletin.

You must make formal application for admittance to theTeacher Education Program. Applications are available at theEducation Department Office.

Minor in Chemistry


Type: Minor




CHEM Minor Electives 6hours upper division

10



CHEM 105: Survey of ChemistryAn introduction to the fundamental principles of chemistry,plus additional introductory topics from organic andbiochemistry with an emphasis on human metabolism. Notapplicable to major, minor, or teaching sequence. Lab fee.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: Appropriate mathematics placement scoreor MATH 013 with a grade of C– or higher.Program: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Fall

CHEM 111: General Chemistry IThis course develops basic topics such as atomic structure,periodicity, chemical equations, chemical bonding,solutions, nomenclature, and states of matter. Lab Fee.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: MATH 110 with a grade of C– or higher, orhigh school Algebra II with grade of B or higher orpermission of chemistry faculty, or corequisite: MATH 121or higher.Program: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Fall

CHEM 112: General Chemistry IIA continuation of CHEM 111. Included are discussions ofkinetics, acids and bases, equilibrium, electrochemistry, andintroduction to nuclear and organic chemistry. Lab fee.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: CHEM 111 with a grade of C– or higher.Program: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Spring






CHEM 201: Research Methods in the Physical SciencesAn introduction to the library research skills used in thephysical sciences, especially chemistry. The use of primaryand secondary sources including the use of on-linedatabases will be discussed as well as publication styles.Students will engage in activities to sharpen critical thinking.In this course, majors in the physical sciences begin theprocess of senior portfolio development.

Credits: 1Prerequisites: ENGL 121 and PHYS 121, 122 or CHEM 111,112Program: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Spring

CHEM 221: Modern Analytical ChemistryA course in which quantitative and instrumental techniquesof chemical analysis are combined. Emphasis will be ondeveloping analytical skills.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: CHEM 112 with grade of C– or higherProgram: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Fall, even years

CHEM 231: Organic Chemistry IThis course deals with the theory and applications of basicorganic chemistry. Included is the study of alkanes, alkenes,alkynes, simple aromatics, alkyl halides, alcohols, ethers,and spectroscopic methods. Lab fee.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: CHEM 112 with a grade of C– or higherProgram: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Fall

CHEM 232: Organic Chemistry IIA continuation of the study of basic organic chemistry.Includes carboxylic acids, aldehydes, ketones, amines,heterocyclics, unsaturated carbonyl compounds,carbohydrates, phenols, glycols and epoxides. Lab fee.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: CHEM 231 with a grade of C– or higherProgram: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Spring

CHEM 298: Individual Study TopicsThis course offers the lower division student opportunityfor independent study under the direction of a facultymember. This study may involve research, laboratory, orlibrary work. Content and methods of study must bearranged prior to registration. May be repeated for a totalof 2 credits.

Credits: 1 - 2Prerequisites: Permission of the department chairProgram: Chemistry and Physics

CHEM 299: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin.May be repeated for a total of 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval by department chairProgram: Chemistry and Physics

CHEM 310: Environmental and Geological ChemistryChemistry of how geological and anthropogenic activitiesimpact Earth's hydrosphere, continents, and atmosphere. .Lab fee. (Offered periodically)

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: CHEM 112 or equivalent with a grade of C–or higher, MATH 181 or permission of instructorProgram: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Periodically

CHEM 341: Physical Chemistry IRigorous mathematical treatment of gas laws, physicalstates of matter, solutions, thermodynamics, equilibrium,chemical potential, electrochemistry, and an introduction toquantum mechanics. Lab fee.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: CHEM 112 or equivalent with a grade of C–or higher, MATH 181Program: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Fall, odd years

CHEM 342: Physical Chemistry IIFurther development of atomic and molecular quantummechanics, spectroscopy, kinetics and reactionmechanisms, and statistical thermodynamics. Lab fee.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: CHEM 341 with a grade of C– or higherProgram: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Spring even years











CHEM 421: Modern Analytical InstrumentationA course in modern analytical instrumentation, includingelectroanalytical, spectroscopic, separations, and kineticmethods. Application of spreadsheet and computersimulation software. Laboratory emphasis. Lab fee.(Offered periodically)

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 6Lecture Hours: 2Prerequisites: CHEM 221 with a grade of C– or higher orCHEM 231 with a grade of C– or higherProgram: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Periodically

CHEM 431: Biochemistry IA course in the molecular logic of life; in particular themolecular structure, nomenclature, properties, andfunctions of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleicacids. Properties and mechanisms of enzymes, vitamins,and co-enzymes, biological membrane structure andfunction, and introduction to bioenergetics.

Credits: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: CHEM 232 with a grade of C- or higher.Co-Requisites: Corequisite: CHEM 432 (required forchemistry and biochemistry majors).Program: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Fall

CHEM 432: Biochemistry I LabThis course is designed to accompany CHEM 431.Experiments demonstrate the theoretical principlesdiscussed in CHEM 431, including structure, pH, andmolecular interactions of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins,enzymes, nucleic acids, and the specific methods ofanalysis associated with these molecules. Lab fee.

Credits: 1Program: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Fall

CHEM 433: Biochemistry IIThis course focuses on the metabolic pathways ofbiomolecules, accompanied by bioenergetic requirements,regulatory mechanisms and flow of genetic information.Includes photosynthesis, metabolism of amino acids, fattyacids, lipids, nucleic acids and proteins, and application ofrecombinant DNA. Intended for students taking chemistryas their major or minor. Also suitable for biology majorswith a strong chemistry background and pre-professionals.

Credits: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: CHEM 431 with a grade of C– or higher.Co-Requisites: Corequisite: CHEM 434 (required forchemistry and biochemistry majors).Program: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Spring

CHEM 434: Biochemistry II LabThis course is designed to accompany CHEM 433.Emphasis will be important experimental techniques notcovered in CHEM 432, including electrophoresis,adsorption chromatography, thin-layer chromatographyand DNA analysis. Lab fee .

Credits: 1Lab Hours: 3Program: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Spring

CHEM 462: Inorganic ChemistryA course including a study of the elements and theirperiodic relationships, acid-base theories, current bondingtheories, coordination compounds, and other selectedtopics. (Offered periodically)

Credits: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: CHEM 341 or CHEM 112 with permission ofinstructor.Program: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Periodically

CHEM 475: Research Methods in ChemistryThis course is a capstone course, designed to involve thechemistry major in the process of research, includingliterature searching, formation of hypotheses, andexperimental design. Preparation and presentation ofreport, completion of portfolio. Lab fee. (Offeredperiodically)

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 6Lecture Hours: 2Prerequisites: Either CHEM 221 or CHEM 341 with a gradeof C- or higher, CHEM 232 with a grade of C- or higher, andpermission of the chemistry faculty.Program: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Periodically

CHEM 498: Individual Study TopicsThe subject of study is selected by conference between thestudent and the chemistry faculty, and will consist mainly ofindependent study and/or laboratory work summarized bya comprehensive report. Content and method of studymust be arranged prior to registration. May be repeated fora total of 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Permission of the department chairProgram: Chemistry and Physics










CHEM 499: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin.Student may be allowed to repeat the course for credit.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval by department chairProgram: Chemistry and Physics

ENGR 111: Introduction to Engineering and DesignIntroduction to the profession of engineering, computerbased engineering, calculation tools, analysis of teamdynamics, the design process, systems engineering, andprinciples of project management. This is taught viadistance learning from Walla Walla University, Edward F.Cross School of Engineering.

Credits: 2Program: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Fall

ENGR 115: Introduction to CADIntroduction to computer aided design, and computeraided engineering (CAD and CAE). Includes coverage ofhand sketching, drafting standards, pictorialrepresentations, and principles of descriptive geometry.Covers both 2- and 3-D CAD, discipline specific computerapplications will be represented as available. Taught duringthe first 10 weeks of the semester live via webcast fromWalla Walla University, Edward F. Cross School ofEngineering.

Credits: 1Program: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Spring

ENGR 116: CAD ProjectA full-scale project emphasizing teamwork where possible,and written and oral engineering communications. Theproject is introduced in ENGR 111 and builds on the skillsdeveloped in ENGR 115. Taught during the last five weeksof the semester through Walla Walla University, Edward F.Cross School of Engineering.

Credits: 1Program: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Spring

PHYS 101: Introductory PhysicsA laboratory science course for the student with noprevious background in physics. A conceptual, rather thanmathematical, approach is emphasized, though somearithmetic calculations are required. Topics includemechanics, heat, sound, electromagnetism, light, andmodern physics.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: SAT mathematics score of at least 530 or anACT mathematics score of at least 21 or MATH 013 with agrade of C- or higher.Program: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Fall

PHYS 112: Introductory AstronomyAn introductory study of the solar system; stellar structureand evolution; star clusters, galaxies, quasars, the largescale structure of the universe, and cosmology. Aconceptual, rather than mathematical, approach isemphasized, though some arithmetic calculations arerequired.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: SAT mathematics score of at least 530 or anACT mathematics score of at least 21 or MATH 013 with agrade of C- or higher.Program: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Periodically

PHYS 114: Physical ScienceAn introductory science course covering the fundamentalsof physics, chemistry, astronomy, and each science that willfocus on hands-on activities and real-life applications. Thecourse covers fundamental aspects of physical science asrequired by the Texas Department of Education.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: SAT mathematics score of at least 530 or anACT mathematics score of at least 21 or MATH 013 with agrade of C- or higher.Program: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Spring









PHYS 121: General Physics IAn introduction to motion in one dimension, vectors in 2and 3 dimensions, the laws of motion, work and energy,momentum and collisions, uniform circular motion, gravity,rotational equilibria and dynamics involving torque andangular momentum, solids and fluids, thermal physics andheat, thermodynamical laws, vibrations, waves, and sound.Math level is algebra and trigonometry.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: MATH 121Program: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Fall

PHYS 122: General Physics IITopics include: electric force and electric field, electricpotential, capacitance, resistance and resistivity, direct andalternating currents, Kirchhoff's Rules, Ohm's Law,magnetism and Ampere's Law, Faraday's Law,electromagnetic waves, reflection and refraction of light,mirrors and lenses, relativity, quantum physics, atomic andnuclear physics, and elementary particles.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: PHYS 121 with a grade of C- or higherContinuation of PHYS 121.Program: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Spring

PHYS 221: General Physics with Calculus IA one hour addition to the topics of PHYS 121 wherecalculus is thoroughly used. A student taking PHYS 121 andPHYS 221 will have the equivalent of a 4-hour universitycourse in calculus-based general physics (topics as in PHYS121).

Credits: 1Prerequisites: MATH 181Program: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Periodically Fall

PHYS 222: General Physics with Calculus IIA one hour addition to the topics of PHYS 122 wherecalculus is thoroughly used. A student taking PHYS 122 andPHYS 222 will have the equivalent of a 4-hour universitycourse in calculus-based general physics (topics as in PHYS122).

Credits: 1Prerequisites: MATH 181Program: Chemistry and PhysicsSemester Offered: Periodically Spring


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Communication

Faculty/StaffMichael Agee, Chair; Kyle Portbury, Glen Robinson

Adjunct: Chris Combest, David Pollock, Landi Whitefield,John Williams

MissionThe mission of Southwestern Adventist University'sDepartment of Communication is to prepare students to beeffective Christian communicators. This includes developingskills in personal interaction, writing, speaking, creatingmedia content, and managing the elements ofcommunication technology. In addition, knowledge comesfrom learning about new forms of interaction in the areasof radio, television, film, journalism, advertising, publicrelations, and the Internet.

Aims of the DepartmentThe aims of Southwestern Adventist University'sDepartment of Communication are to:

• Develop in students the essential skills necessary toenter careers in the communication field of theirchoice or to enter graduate school.

• Prepare students for executive responsibilities atsome point in their careers.

• Establish a connection between communication and arelationship with Jesus Christ.

• Instill in students a desire for long-term growth incommunication.

Student Learning ObjectivesUpon completion of coursework within the CommunicationDepartment, majors should be able to:

• Describe the Communication discipline and its centralquestions

• Employ communication theories, perspectives,principles, and concepts

• Create messages appropriate to the audience,purpose, and context

• Critically analyze messages• Demonstrate the ability to accomplish communicative

goals, while applying ethical communication principlesand practices

Facilities and InternshipsCommunication majors at Southwestern AdventistUniversity choose one of the department's three emphasis

areas of study: Advertising & Public Relations (ADPR),Journalism (JOUR), or Radio-TV-Film (RTVF). The departmentalso offers minors in each emphasis, as well asCommunication and Speech. Many communicationstudents acquire valuable training and experience at thefollowing facilities on the campus:

• 88.3 The Journey, KJRN• The Studios at Southwestern and KGSW TV 18.1• The Communication Mac Lab

Our Communication Department encourages all upperdivision majors to complete an off-campus internship intheir major emphasis. Even before graduation, andsometimes as a direct

result of communication internship positions, many of ourmajors are hired by these firms, and communication alumnifrom Southwestern who have continued their educationthrough graduate school have done so very successfully.

Department PoliciesWithdrawing from or Repeating Courses

Communication majors or minors may withdraw from orrepeat a course in their area of emphasis or minor only onetime.

Multiple Communication Majors/Minors

A student cannot earn either two communication majors orboth a communication major and minor in differentemphasis areas. This is because there are similar corecourse requirements and because career preparation intwo academic fields is preferable to only one.

Communication Competencies

Competence in both oral and written communication isrequired for progress in each of the emphases and minorsoffered by the department. Competence in oralcommunication is considered to be the completion ofrequired Speech performance courses with a grade of C-orabove.

Writing is a major component of upper divisioncommunication courses. The department requires allstudents to have passed ENGL 220 Research Writing or itsequivalent before enrolling in any upper division course.


The student must make formal application for admittance tothe Teacher Education Program. Applications are available atthe Education Department office.

Communication, B.A. or B.S., emphasis in Journalism -Secondary Teaching Area


B.A. Communication Advertising & PR emphasis

Program: Communication

Type: B.A.


COMM 110 Communication Media 3

COMM 115 or COMM 137 3

COMM 127 Photo and Graphic Editing 3

COMM 224 Photography 3

COMM 241 Public Relations 3

COMM 261 Reporting I 3


COMM 351 Advertising 3


COMM 442 Applied Advertising andPublic Relations

3

COMM 481 Senior Portfolio Seminar 1



B.A. Communication Radio-TV-Film emphasis


Type: B.A.



COMM 112 Announcing 3


COMM 137 Media Techniques 3

COMM 237 Video Production I 3


Communication Degrees

The student must meet the requirements for a B.A. or B.S.degree in Communication - Journalism Emphasis. COMM 335 or COMM 343 3

COMM 355 Understanding Film 3

COMM 361 Investigative Reporting 3





B.A.Communication Journalism emphasis


Type: B.A.









COMM 383 Editorial Techniques 3

COMM 422 Writing for Publication 3





B.S. Communication Advertising & PR emphasis


Type: B.A.



COMM 115 Discussion Techniques 3





https://catalog.swau.edu/communication-0




COMM 233 InterpersonalCommunication

3



COMM 335 Persuasion 3

COMM 343 Visual Communication 3



COMM 381 Development 3

COMM 431 Media Law and Ethics 3


3

COMM 451 Communication Theory 3




B.S. Communication Journalism emphasis


Type: B.S.













COMM 383 Editorial Techniques 3








B.S. Communication Radio-TV-Film emphasis


Type: B.S.




COMM 125 Audio Production 3






COMM 332 Media Management 3




COMM 355 Understanding Film 3







Minor in Advertising & PR


Type: Minor












3



Minor in Communication


Type: Minor










Minor in Journalism


Type: Minor










Minor in Radio-TV-Film


Type: Minor






COMM 332 Media Management 3




Minor in Speech


Type: Minor


COMM 111 Speech 3

COMM 113 Oral Interpretation 3


COMM 233 InterpersonalCommunication

3





COMM 110: Communication MediaAn historical and critical survey of the role played bycommunication media in shaping culture. Media examinedinclude books; newspapers; magazines; film; radio,recording, and popular music; television, cable, and mobilevideo; video games; and the Internet and World Wide Web.Also examined are the supporting industries of publicrelations and advertising, as well as theories and effects ofmass communication; media freedom, regulation, andethics; and global media. Attention is given throughout toimproving students' media literacy.

Credits: 3Program: CommunicationSemester Offered: Fall







COMM 111: SpeechThis course covers the theories and practices of speechcommunication behavior in interpersonal, small group andpublic communication situations. The course is intended toenhance student understanding of and ability to use thebasic skills of verbal and nonverbal communication,increase competence and confidence in delivery ofpresentations, enhanced critical thinking skills andenhanced interpersonal communication skills.

Credits: 3Program: CommunicationSemester Offered: Fall, Spring

COMM 112: AnnouncingIntroduces the student to contemporary announcingtechniques, especially for radio and television, but also forother media. Emphasis is given to interpretation of copy,audio and video performance, voice analysis andimprovement, interviewing techniques, pronunciation andarticulation, and general speech improvement. Someattention is also given to ad-lib announcing, as well as news,music, and sports announcing.

Credits: 3Program: CommunicationSemester Offered: Spring

COMM 113: Oral InterpretationIntroduction to and experience in discovering the meaningin literature and effectively sharing this meaning throughoral presentations. A variety of readings will be selectedfrom scripture, poetry, prose, and drama.

Credits: 3Program: CommunicationSemester Offered: Spring odd years

COMM 115: Discussion TechniquesA study of the democratic methods used to solve problemsand conduct business in various kinds of grouporganizations. Includes a number of traditional face-to-facegroup activities as well as individual presentations.

Credits: 3Program: CommunicationSemester Offered: Spring even years

COMM 125: Audio ProductionAn introduction to recording and manipulating sound, thiscourse includes segments on sound behavior, equipmentand software used for recording and manipulating soundsfor broadcast, video, and film; signal processing, editing,and mixing. Supplies fee.


COMM 127: Photo and Graphic EditingIn this course, students will learn how to create andmanipulate digital images captured from a camera, ascanner, or from scratch. Students will acquire the ability tomanipulate and enhance digital images through the use ofselection tools, image adjustments, filters, and blendingmodes. Supplies fee.


COMM 137: Media TechniquesThis course is an introduction to the storytelling, digitaltechnologies and techniques applied to createcontemporary media content across a range of platforms.Hands-on video and audio projects will expose students tothe basic methods and procedures of creating content fordigital media. An emphasis is placed on story developmentand its pre-production, production, postproduction anddelivery methodologies used across the disciplines of film,television and radio. Supplies fee.


COMM 224: PhotographyIntroduces the basic tools, materials, and techniques ofdigital photography. Assignments are designed to developskill in camera operation, composition, and editing andprinting the digital photograph. The student must furnish adigital camera capable of creating RAW format files.Supplies fee.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Permission of departmentProgram: CommunicationSemester Offered: Spring

COMM 233: Interpersonal CommunicationCognitive and experiential learning about interpersonalrelationships. Students acquire insights about themselvesand how they relate to others. Includes a segment ononline social networks.












COMM 237: Video Production IThis course builds on student's basic exposure in COMM137 to story, camera and editing techniques used by filmand television professionals across a range of platforms.Hands-on experience will provide learning opportunities inoperating a camera, as well as using both lighting and audioequipment to tell their stories. Students will also learn tointegrate this technical knowledge into key development,pre-production, production, postproduction and deliverymethodologies used across the disciplines of film,television, new and emerging media. Supplies fee.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: COMM 137Program: CommunicationSemester Offered: Spring

COMM 241: Public RelationsA course dealing with definitions, basic objectives, andconcepts of public relations. Attention is given to the role ofpublic relations, research for public relations, publics andtarget audiences, communication concepts and channels,campaigns, and the legal and ethical environment of publicrelations. (Also taught as MKTG 241.)


COMM 261: Reporting IThis course teaches future communication professionalshow to write and communicate confidently across multipleplatforms. In addition to learning the basic reporting andinterviewing skills needed for all media, students will learnhow to repurpose broadcast and print news for theInternet. Students will also be introduced to the researchskills used in the field of communication, and begin theprocess of senior portfolio development.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ENGL 121 (grade C- or above).Program: CommunicationSemester Offered: Fall

COMM 298: Individual Study TopicsThis course offers the lower-division student opportunity topursue investigations in fields of special interest under thedirection of the departmental staff. Content and method ofstudy must be arranged prior to registration. May berepeated for a total of 2 credits.

Credits: 1 - 2Prerequisites: Permission of department chairProgram: Communication

COMM 299: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin.May be repeated for a total of 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval by department chairProgram: Communication

COMM 332: Media ManagementAn advanced study of the management of mediaorganizations, this course includes segments on historicaland contemporary management theory, ethics inmanagement, financial and human resources, promotionand marketing, programming, and regulation.

Credits: 3Program: CommunicationSemester Offered: Fall, even years

COMM 333: Narrative WritingThe course focuses on the writing of narrative, specificallyin the creation of novels and short stories, examiningtraditional and non-traditional plots, characterdevelopment, dialogue, setting, and other literarytechniques.(Also taught as ENGL 333)


COMM 335: PersuasionA study and practice of the principles and techniquesinvolved in persuasion. Elements include the psychology ofpersuasion; the relation of persuasion to imaging,advertising, and propaganda; and the role of persuasion ina free society. Students will demonstrate what they havelearned by applying it to a persuasive campaign project oftheir own making during the semester.


COMM 337: Video Production IIThis course will expose students to advanced storytelling,shooting and editing techniques, including multi-cameraproduction. As a major component of the course, studentswill actively collaborate to develop, produce and deliver aserialized television production intended for online andVOD delivery platforms. Supplies fee.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: COMM 237 or permission of instructorProgram: CommunicationSemester Offered: Spring odd years


https://catalog.swau.edu/communication/comm-137










COMM 340: Drama WritingThis course focuses on writing for performance, which mayinclude the creation of stage plays as well as screenplays.Students will coordinate with COMM 337 Video ProductionII students in the development of scripts for productionduring the semester. General concepts are included toprovoke thought about writing on a much broader basis.This includes discussions on dialogue, characterization,conflict, action, and setting, as well as the differences inwriting for screen versus stage. (Also taught as ENGL 340.)

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ENGL 220Program: CommunicationSemester Offered: Spring odd years

COMM 343: Visual CommunicationA study of visual rhetoric, specifically the relationshipbetween images and the messages they convey. Thecourse will survey images in all areas of modern masscommunication, including advertising, public relations,journalism, graphic design, photography, motion pictures,television and video, and the World Wide Web.


COMM 351: AdvertisingThis course studies the role of advertising in society, itsimpact on the economy, its function in business andmarketing, and its communication aspects, including mediaapplications. Attention is given to social, legal, and ethicalconsiderations; the business of advertising; consumerbehavior; and creative strategies and processes. (Alsotaught as MKTG 351.)


COMM 355: Understanding FilmA study of film, including the medium's history and thedevelopment of cinema structure within social and culturalcontexts. Elements include photography, mise en scѐne,movement, editing, sound, acting, drama, story, writing,ideology, and critique. Viewing and analysis of significantfilms in cinema history.

Credits: 3Lab Hours: 1Lecture Hours: 2Program: CommunicationSemester Offered: Spring, Even Years

COMM 361: Investigative ReportingA continuation of COMM 261, this course teaches thestudent how to cover news stories in all situations andusing multiple media. Study will include writing for today'sjournalism, preparing content for multiple platforms, thehistory of journalism, editing and cropping, and ethical andlegal issues. The student will refine his or her ability to writeand photograph the news story, using audio, video, web,print and other media. Supplies fee.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: COMM 261Program: CommunicationSemester Offered: Spring

COMM 381: DevelopmentA study of fundraising and the philanthropic tradition andits role in the successful operation of nonprofitorganizations. Attention is given to the techniques ofproducing fundraising proposals and campaigns directedto individuals, foundations, corporations, and otherphilanthropic organizations.

Credits: 3Program: CommunicationSemester Offered: Fall, odd years

COMM 383: Editorial TechniquesThis course emphasizes the principles and practices ofcopy preparation and editorial decision making. Elementsinclude working with writers, a production staff, anddeadlines, as well as headline writing, picture editing,writing photo captions, and editing copy for accuracy,newsworthiness, language effectiveness, legality, and goodtaste. Students will learn practical application througheditorial responsibility for the Southwesterner, the campusnews website.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: COMM 361 or permission of instructor.Program: CommunicationSemester Offered: Fall, even years

COMM 422: Writing for PublicationA course dealing with newspaper and magazine features.Emphasis is placed on publishing articles in on- and off-campus publications. Extensive practice in writing varioustypes of feature stories and in dealing with editors anddeadlines.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: COMM 361 or permission of instructorProgram: CommunicationSemester Offered: Fall, odd years












COMM 431: Media Law and EthicsA study of the major principles of media law and media-related ethical concerns. Emphasis is given to the mostimportant court decisions and statutory enactments incommunication law, including prior restraint, libel andslander, fair trial/free press conflicts, and the FirstAmendment. Attention is given to building a personalapproach to ethics within the context of the individual'srelationships both with supervisors and with the public.


COMM 437: Film ProductionThis course builds on student's exposure in COMM 237 tostory, camera and editing techniques used by film andtelevision professionals across a range of platforms. Hands-on experience will provide advanced learning opportunitiesin operating a camera, as well as using both lighting andaudio equipment to visually bring their stories to life.Students will also learn to integrate their technicalknowledge into key development, pre-production,production, postproduction and delivery methodologiesused across the disciplines of film and television, new andemerging media. Supplies fee.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: COMM 237 or permission of instructorProgram: CommunicationSemester Offered: Spring

COMM 442: Applied Advertising and Public RelationsThis course uses team projects to teach the tools andtechniques necessary to work in the fields of advertisingand public relations. Advertising assignments may include,but are not limited to, image and identity, politicaladvertising, jingles and slogans, campaigns for large andsmall companies, and demographic and psychographicresearch. Public relations assignments may include, but arenot limited to, crisis management, special events, mediarelations, publications, and internal communications. Alsotaught as MKTG 442.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: COMM 241 COMM 351Program: CommunicationSemester Offered: Fall, odd years

COMM 451: Communication TheoryThis course presents the theoretical bases of interpersonalcommunication, group and public communication, masscommunication, and communication in cultural contexts.Attention is given to the nature of inquiry and theory as wellas several topics in communication theory, includinginterpersonal messages, cognitive processing, relationshipdevelopment and maintenance, influence, group decisionmaking, organizational communication, public rhetoric,media and culture, media effects, and intercultural andgender communication. There are ethical elementsthroughout the course as well as discussion integrating andrelating the communication theories covered.


COMM 461: Investigative ReportingThis capstone journalism class prepares the student forwork as an investigative reporter or a serious magazinewriter. The course focuses on the development ofinterviewing skills, learning to access police files, onlineresearch, access to data via the Freedom of InformationAct, and collaborative team research. Writing is extensive.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: COMM 361Program: CommunicationSemester Offered: Fall, even years

COMM 470: Film InternshipThese internship courses offer the advanced studentuniversity credit for on-the-job, off-campus work in film,radio, television, journalism, public relations or advertisingunder the joint direction of departmental staff and asupervisor at the organization or business selected. Ideally,the internship will occur the summer between the student'sjunior and senior years. Eligible for IP grading.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Permission of department chairand instructorProgram: Communication

COMM 471: Radio InternshipThese internship courses offer the advanced studentuniversity credit for on-the-job, off-campus work in film,radio, television, journalism, public relations or advertisingunder the joint direction of departmental staff and asupervisor at the organization or business selected. Ideally,the internship will occur the summer between the student'sjunior and senior years. Eligible for IP grading.













COMM 472: Television InternshipThese internship courses offer the advanced studentuniversity credit for on-the-job, off-campus work in film,radio, television, journalism, public relations or advertisingunder the joint direction of departmental staff and asupervisor at the organization or business selected. Ideally,the internship will occur the summer between the student'sjunior and senior years. Eligible for IP grading.


COMM 473: Journalism InternshipThese internship courses offer the advanced studentuniversity credit for on-the-job, off-campus work in film,radio, television, journalism, public relations or advertisingunder the joint direction of departmental staff and asupervisor at the organization or business selected. Ideally,the internship will occur the summer between the student'sjunior and senior years. Eligible for IP grading.


COMM 474: Public Relations InternshipThese internship courses offer the advanced studentuniversity credit for on-the-job, off-campus work in film,radio, television, journalism, public relations or advertisingunder the joint direction of departmental staff and asupervisor at the organization or business selected. Ideally,the internship will occur the summer between the student'sjunior and senior years. Eligible for IP grading.


COMM 475: Advertising InternshipThese internship courses offer the advanced studentuniversity credit for on-the-job, off-campus work in film,radio, television, journalism, public relations or advertisingunder the joint direction of departmental staff and asupervisor at the organization or business selected. Ideally,the internship will occur the summer between the student'sjunior and senior years. Eligible for IP grading.


COMM 481: Senior Portfolio SeminarIn this course, communication majors will finalize thecontents of their portfolios before graduation. Students willalso complete their senior thesis in this course, pursuant totheir specific capstone class. This course required of allgraduating communication majors and will be taken in theirsenior year.


COMM 498: Individual Study TopicsThis course offers the advanced student opportunity topursue investigations in fields of special interest under thedirection of departmental staff. Content and method ofstudy must be arranged prior to registration. May berepeated for a total of two credits.

Credits: 1 - 2Prerequisites: Permission of department chairProgram: Communication

COMM 499: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin.Student may be allowed to repeat the course for credit.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval by department chairProgram: Communication









Computer Science

A.S. Computer Science

We strongly suggest that students seeking an Associatein Science in Computer Science or the Associate inComputer Science plan to take their computer sciencecourses in the following sequence:

Associate in ScienceFreshman — Fall Semester CSIS 110, CSIS 125Freshman — SpringSemester

CSIS111, CSIS 225

Sophomore — Fall Semester CSIS 201, CSIS 211, CSIS245

Sophomore — SpringSemester

CSIS 215, CSIS 255

In addition to completing the courses below, studentsseeking the A.S. must pass Department-specified externalcertification examinations in the areas of security andnetworking in order to be awarded the degree.

Program: Computer Science

Computer Science Degrees

Faculty/StaffDaryl D. Thomas, Chair; Miguel Espinosa, Judith F. Miles

Adjunct: Eder Marski

Aims of the DepartmentThe primary mission of the Department of ComputerScience is to prepare students for professional work in thefield of computer science, within a Christian context. Asecondary mission of the Department is to provide servicecourses in computer science to the University communityat-large.

The Department of Computer Science offers both bachelorof science degree and associate of science degreeprograms. The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science isintended for students who wish to pursue careers incomputer science, either in industry or in academia. TheAssociate of Science in Computer Science offers studentsthe opportunity to earn a valuable credential midway tocompletion of a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science.The Department also offers a minor in Computer Science.

Type: A.S.



3

CSIS 111 Principles of ComputerProgramming II

3

CSIS 125 Discrete Structures I 3

CSIS 201 Information Literacy for CSMajors

1

CSIS 211 Data Structures andAlgorithms

3

CSIS 215 Object-OrientedProgramming in C++

3

CSIS 225 Discrete Structures II 3

CSIS 245 Introduction to Local AreaNetwork Technology

4

CSIS 255 Issues and Practices inInformation Security

3


Required Cognates:Item # Title Credits



Sub-Total Credits 7


B.S. Computer Science

In addition to the course requirements set forth below,each student seeking a B.S. in Computer Science mustsuccessfully develop and release a useful program underan open-source model.

We strongly suggest that students seeking the Bachelor ofScience in Computer Science plan to take their computerscience courses in the following sequence:

Bachelor of ScienceFreshman — FallSemester

CSIS 110, CSIS 125


https://catalog.swau.edu/computer-science

Freshman — SpringSemester

CSIS111, CSIS 225

Sophomore — FallSemester

CSIS 201, CSIS 211, CSIS 245

Sophomore — SpringSemester

CSIS 215, CSIS 255

Junior — Fall Semester CSIS 445, CSIS 450Junior — SpringSemester

CSIS 360, CSIS 375, CSIS upperdivision elective

Senior — Fall Semester CSIS 315, CSIS upper divisionelective

Senior — SpringSemester

CSIS 490, CSIS 405

All students pursuing majors or minors in this departmentshould plan on enrolling in MATH 121 in the fall semesterof their Freshman year.


Type: B.S.



3


3


CSIS 201 Information Literacy for CSMajors

1


3


3



4

CSIS 255 Issues and Practices inInformation Security

3

CSIS 315 Application Developmentfor Event-Driven GUIApplications

3

CSIS 360 Operating Systems 3

CSIS 375 Introduction to RoboticSystems

4

CSIS 405 Formal Languages andAutomata

3

CSIS 445 Internetwork Architectures 3

CSIS 450 Principles of DatabaseDesign

3

CSIS 490 Software Engineering 3

CSIS Electives UpperDivision

6





MATH 121 Precalculus 3



3




Minor in Computer Science


Type: Minor



3


3



3


3



4

CSIS 315 Application Developmentfor Event-Driven GUIApplications

3






CSIS 102: Computer Literacy and ApplicationsAn introduction to the use of microcomputers, orientedtoward future microcomputer users, not computerspecialists. Topics include history of the field, computerhardware, software, operating systems, the Internet, andinformation systems. Students will work with popularapplications for business and personal use, including webbrowsers, word processors, spreadsheets, and databases.

Credits: 3Program: Computer ScienceSemester Offered: Fall, Spring

CSIS 104: Spreadsheet and Database ApplicationsA one-hour computer applications course focusing ondeveloping spreadsheet and relational database skills. It willinclude a brief review of word processing, digitalpresentation techniques, and computer concepts. Studentswill use realistic examples that emphasize how databasesand spreadsheets can be used to increase productivity.

Credits: 1Program: Computer ScienceSemester Offered: Fall, Spring

CSIS 106: Comprehensive SpreadsheetsThis course is a comprehensive coverage of basic, andadvanced spreadsheet software including, but not limitedto, the set of skills on Microsoft's certification exams forExcel

Credits: 3Program: Computer ScienceSemester Offered: Spring

CSIS 110: Principles of Computer Programming IIntroduction to problem solving using computers. Topicsinclude top-down design, algorithm development,information representation, and programming. Assumes abasic knowledge of PC operation.

Credits: 3Program: Computer ScienceSemester Offered: Fall

CSIS 111: Principles of Computer Programming IIA continuation of CSIS 110 with emphasis on elementarydata structures and advanced techniques. Students will beintroduced to C++.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: CSIS 110Program: Computer ScienceSemester Offered: Spring

CSIS 125: Discrete Structures IAn introduction to the basics of discrete mathematics asapplied in computer science. Topics include elementarylogic, propositional logic, predicate logic, proof techniques,sets, relations, functions, elementary number theory, andBoolean algebra.

Credits: 3Program: Computer ScienceSemester Offered: Fall

CSIS 201: Information Literacy for CS MajorsAn introduction to the research methods, documentationtechniques, and publication styles commonly used in thefield of computer science. Specific topics to be covered willinclude: the software development process, trends incomputer science research, the peer review process,quality evaluation of sources, IEEE publication guidelines,the IEEE style manual, and the portfolio developmentprocess.

Credits: 1Prerequisites: ENGL 121Program: Computer ScienceSemester Offered: Fall

CSIS 211: Data Structures and AlgorithmsA continuation of CSIS 111's study of data structures, and astudy of the time-complexity of algorithms. There will be anemphasis on choosing the appropriate storagearrangement and the appropriate algorithms to manipulatedata, both in high-speed memory, on mass storage devices,or using a combination of the two.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: CSIS 111, CSIS 125Program: Computer ScienceSemester Offered: Fall

CSIS 215: Object-Oriented Programming in C++A study of the strategic object-oriented approach toproblem solving — analysis, design and coding — using theC++ language. There will be a focus on the use of classes toimplement abstract data types, thus supporting themodern approach to loosely linked, modular code. Theoverloading of functions and operators, inheritance, andpolymorphism will be studied as abstraction tools.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: CSIS 111 or Instructor's approvalProgram: Computer ScienceSemester Offered: Spring












CSIS 225: Discrete Structures IIA continuation of the study of discrete structures begun inCSIS 125. Topics include recurrence relations, graphs andtrees, matrices, combinatorics, computational complexity,and elementary computability.


CSIS 245: Introduction to Local Area NetworkTechnologyA practical introduction to current LAN networktechnologies, with emphasis on Ethernet. Topics include:signal encoding, channel access/utilization, integration/configuration/ operation of hardware, cabling, protocols,and LAN operating systems.

Credits: 4Prerequisites: CSIS 111 CSIS 225Program: Computer ScienceSemester Offered: Fall

CSIS 255: Issues and Practices in Information SecurityAn examination of the issues to be considered andpractices typically employed when implementing securitymeasures to protect computing resources and data. Topicsto be considered include basics of computation andnetworking, as well as securing communications channels,computer systems, and information resources.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: CSIS 110 or permission of instructorProgram: Computer ScienceSemester Offered: Spring

CSIS 298: Individual Study TopicsDesigned for the student who wishes to do independentstudy or research. Content and method of study must bearranged prior to registration. May be repeated for a totalof 6 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Permission of Department ChairProgram: Computer Science

CSIS 315: Application Development for Event-DrivenGUI ApplicationsAn introduction to the event-driven programming modelusing a windowed graphical user interface. Emphasis will beon using available tools and libraries to speed thedevelopment of significant applications.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: CSIS 215Program: Computer ScienceSemester Offered: Fall

CSIS 360: Operating SystemsA study of operating system organization, job control, I/O,and resource management. Emphasis will be placed onfeatures of the Linux O/S.


CSIS 370: Programming LanguagesComparative study of programming languages withemphasis on formal language specification and analysis,run-time behavior, and implementation.


CSIS 375: Introduction to Robotic SystemsAn overview of the field of robotics, with emphasis onautonomous mobile robotic systems. Topics includesensing, localization, mapping, navigation, obstacleavoidance, feedback-based control, human safety issues,and moral implications of robotic systems. Lecture andlaboratory.


CSIS 405: Formal Languages and AutomataA study of formal language theory, with emphasis onregular and context-free grammars. Topics include:language properties, the Chomsky Hierarchy, Finite StateMachines, PDAs, Turing machines, uncomputability, andcomputational complexity.


CSIS 445: Internetwork ArchitecturesAn in-depth study of internetwork architectures. Topicsinclude: protocols, switching, WAN routing,interconnectivity, virtual circuits, Client/Server baseddistributed applications, and distributed processing.






















CSIS 450: Principles of Database DesignCourse covers design and implementation of databaseswith emphasis on structures and schemas, informationretrieval, SQL, security, and integrity.


CSIS 490: Software EngineeringA study of the management and implementation ofprogramming projects. Topics include project management,scheduling and control, programming assignments andspecifications, testing and documentation, systemimplementation, and evaluation. Students will be requiredto complete a significant team project involving both designand implementation.


CSIS 492: Computer Science InternshipOn-the-job supervised experience in a field of computerscience related to the student's concentration area. Limitedto senior majors. May be repeated for a total of 6 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval by department chairProgram: Computer Science

CSIS 495: Special Topics SeminarCovers topics of special interest such as new developmentsin the field of computer science, as well as occasionalspecialized topics such as artificial intelligence, computergraphics, etc. May be repeated for a total of 6 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval by department chairProgram: Computer Science

CSIS 498: Individual Study TopicsDesigned for the student who wishes to do independentstudy or research. Content and method of study must bearranged prior to registration. May be repeated for a totalof 6 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval by Department ChairProgram: Computer Science









Education

B.S. Elementary Education

Program: Education

Type: B.S.

Professional Development


EDUC 254 Introduction to theTeaching Profession

3

EDUC 312 Educational Psychology 3

EDUC 326 Exceptional Children 3

EDUC 350 Educational Technology 3

EDUC 385 Philosophy of Education 3

EDUC 418 Legal Foundations ofEducation

3

EDUC 434 Classroom Assessment 3

EDUC 436 Classroom Management 3

EDUC 475 or EDUC 485 6

Required for Elementary Education Majors and forSecondary Education Certification

EDUC 154 not required for Physical Education majors.

Education Degrees

Faculty/StaffDonna Berkner, Chair; Michael England, Program Directorand Certification Officer; Cheryl The

Adjunct: Carol Campbell

MissionThe Education Department of Southwestern AdventistUniversity directly addresses the mission to which theUniversity is committed by preparing individuals in shapingminds, cultivating hearts, and promoting service. Theprogram incorporates a broad liberal arts education as abasis for the more in-depth focus on academic teachingspecializations, field based experience, and pedagogyassociated with the teaching and learning process. Theprogram prepares individuals for a profession in which theycan affect the lives of others in a Christian paradigm.

EDUC 496 TExES Prep #2 - Pedagogyand ProfessionalismResponsibilities EC-12

0

PSYC 220 Human Growth andDevelopment

3


Secondary Education Certification also requires:Item # Title Credits

EDUC 322 Adolescent Psychology 3

EDUC 450 Teaching in the SecondarySchool

3

Elementary Education Majors Early Childhood - Grade6Item # Title Credits

ARTS 223 Arts/Crafts/Drama 3

EDUC 275 Multicultural Perspective 3

EDUC 310 Second LanguageInstruction and Assessment

3

EDUC 364 Kindergarten Materials andMethods

3

EDUC 375 Children's Literature andthe Teaching of Reading

3

EDUC 382 Reading and Language Artsin the Elementary School

3

EDUC 386 Mathematics in theElementary School

3

EDUC 414 Science and Health in theElementary School

3

EDUC 419 Social Studies in theElementary School

3

EDUC 424 Language Arts EssentialSkills in the ElementarySchool

3

EDUC 460 Differentiated Instructionfor the ElementaryClassroom

3

EDUC 495 TExES Prep #1 - CoreContent EC-6

0

KINT 244 Physical Education in theElementary School

3

MUED 253 Music in the School 3




https://catalog.swau.edu/education

EDUC 254: Introduction to the Teaching ProfessionThis course provides students with the opportunity toexplore the field of teaching and reflect on their interest ineducation. Students will also examine current and historicalroles, expectations, stereotypes, and characterizations thatdefine teaching as a profession. Pre-service teachers willalso engage in activities designed to sharpen criticalthinking as well as acquaint themselves with current trendsin the discipline of teaching. Pre-service teachers will beginthe process of developing their e-portfolio. Includes fieldexperience.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ENGL 121Program: EducationSemester Offered: Spring

EDUC 275: Multicultural PerspectiveA study of racial and ethnic groups in american societyfeaturing an examination of their history, cultural heritage,contribution, struggles, and hopes for the future. Emphasiswill be placed on a strength-based analysis of diversegroups. Focus will also address working with families in aclassroom and counseling setting to to be best serve amulticultural society. Course content will guide students tobe better informed and proactive in a multiculturalsociety. (Also taught as PSYC 275)

Credits: 3Program: EducationSemester Offered: Fall

EDUC 298: Individual Study TopicsA study in an area of interest under the direction of a staffmember. This study may involve research, laboratory, orlibrary work. Content and method of study must bearranged prior to registration. May be repeated for a totalof 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 2Prerequisites: Admission to education preparationprogram, and approval of department chairProgram: EducationSemester Offered: Fall, Spring

EDUC 299: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin. .May be repeated for a total of 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Admission to Education PreparationProgram, and approval of department chair.Program: Education

EDUC 310: Second Language Instruction andAssessmentThis course will address theoretical and practical aspects ofsecond language instruction. A variety of teachingstrategies will be presented, along with ways to incorporatenational and state standards into lesson planning andclassroom activities. Socio-cultural issues of language andlanguage acquisition will be covered. Formal and informalassessment procedures will be introduced and reviewed.Current trends and issues will be discussed as they relatedto second language learners.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Admission to Education PreparationProgramProgram: EducationSemester Offered: Fall

EDUC 312: Educational PsychologyA study of psychology as it relates to the learning processesand teaching methods. Principles and theories of learningare reviewed and individual differences and psychologicalconcepts examined. Attention is given to exceptionallearners. Includes field experience.


EDUC 322: Adolescent PsychologyAn overview of the physical, mental and emotional phasesof human development during the adolescent years. Astudy of the environmental and educational problems ofthe teenager. (Also taught as PSYC 322.)

Credits: 3Program: EducationSemester Offered: Spring

EDUC 326: Exceptional ChildrenProvides pre-service teachers skills to include children of allabilities through appropriate arrangement of theenvironment. Study will include the characteristics,assessment, admission, review, and dismissal processes forspecial students requiring individualized or specializedprograms. (Also taught as PSYC 326.) Also, included in thiscourse is content reading strategies for secondary studentsincluding the 6 hours of Dyslexia training as required byTexas Administrative Code (TAC). (TAC RULE §228.35 (4)

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Admission to education preparationprogramProgram: EducationSemester Offered: Spring











EDUC 350: Educational TechnologyThe focus of this course is examining and exploringtechnology integration strategies within K-12 networkedcomputing environments. Content will include anexamination of technology integration techniques usingWeb 2.0 applications and an in-depth study of methods forintegrating the emerging technologies into specific contentareas. This class is primarily project-based and will serve ascheckpoint #1 for the education department e-portfolio.This course fulfills the Computer Competency requirementas specified in the Core Curriculum.


EDUC 364: Kindergarten Materials and MethodsA course designed to acquaint the pre-service teacherswith developmentally appropriate kindergarten curriculum,with emphasis on addressing each child's individual needs,abilities, interests, and cultural diversity. Includes topicssuch as language and literacy, puppets, dramatic play, art,sensory centers, music and movement, math, science, andsocial studies. Includes field experience. Implementation ofdevelopmentally appropriate practices.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Admission to education preparation programProgram: EducationSemester Offered: Fall

EDUC 375: Children's Literature and the Teaching ofReadingA course designed to acquaint the pre-service teacherswith the many ways children benefit from literature atdifferent times in their lives and appreciate what happenswhen a child is engaged by a book; to acquaint the studentwith the wealth of children's books that are available todayand to enable them to make critical judgments about them;and to equip the student with a range of proven strategiesto bring children together with books productively andpleasurably.


EDUC 382: Reading and Language Arts in theElementary SchoolA course designed to acquaint the pre-service teacherswith the strategies to help ALL children become betterreaders through systematic, multimethod, multilevelinstruction. The focus will be on essential components of abalanced literacy program (Guided Reading, Self-SelectedReading, and Working With Words), steps forimplementation and management, and a variety ofclassroom activities. Includes field experience.


EDUC 385: Philosophy of EducationThis course is to prepare students as they gain a betterunderstanding of their personal philosophy of educationwhile preparing them to enter the classroom. Students willbecome acquainted with the history of Adventist educationas they develop a critical and analytical approach toteaching including describing, analyzing and evaluating theinfluence of their philosophy in the Seventh-day Adventistclassroom.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Admission to the education preparationprogramProgram: Education

EDUC 386: Mathematics in the Elementary SchoolA course designed to acquaint the pre-service teacher withconcepts, methods, and available materials for effectivemathematics instruction in the elementary school. Creativedevelopment of materials and lesson plans areemphasized. (This course does not apply to mathematicsrequirements.) Includes field experience.









EDUC 414: Science and Health in the ElementarySchoolPre-service candidates study how to design, implement,and evaluate standards-based science lessons includingintegrating content from the Texas TEKS for science andhealth into the science curriculum in meaningful ways. SDAByDesign science curriculum will be addressed in the areasof healthy lifestyle choices and disease prevention.Students will have opportunities to develop teachinglessons and instruct local area elementary students in alaboratory setting. (This course does not apply to GeneralEducation science requirements.) Includes field experience.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Admission to Education Preparation ProgramProgram: EducationSemester Offered: Spring

EDUC 418: Legal Foundations of EducationA study of the legal aspects of education, with emphasis onthe responsibilities, duties, and existing constitutionalstatutory rights of agencies and individuals, including thehandicapped, and those from minority groups.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Admission to education preparationprogramProgram: EducationSemester Offered: Fall

EDUC 419: Social Studies in the Elementary SchoolAn overview of the multicultural elementary school socialstudies program which incorporates proven teachingstrategies such as models of teaching, cooperative learning,learning styles, and dimensions of learning. Students willhave opportunity to develop thematic lesson plans in anactive-learning environment. (This course does not apply tosocial studies requirements.) Includes field experience.


EDUC 424: Language Arts Essential Skills in theElementary SchoolDesigned to acquaint the pre-service teacher with theprinciples that underlie the writing workshop and the majorcomponents that make it work.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Admission to education preparation programand EDUC 382 A courseProgram: EducationSemester Offered: Spring

EDUC 433: Classroom Management for SecondaryTeachersThis class helps develop systematic strategies andtechniques for organizing and managing classroomactivities. Class involves 2 hours of instruction and 1 hour offield experience that will be determined by instructor and isopen only to secondary majors.

Credits: 2Prerequisites: Admission to education preparation programand senior class status.Program: EducationSemester Offered: Spring

EDUC 434: Classroom AssessmentThis class prepares pre-service teacher to have a betterunderstanding of classroom learning and assessment.Attention will be given to test construction and evaluationof test results.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Admission to education preparation programand senior class statusProgram: EducationSemester Offered: Spring

EDUC 435: Classroom Management for the SecondarySchoolThe purpose of this course is to help pre-service teachersdevelop systematic strategies and techniques fororganizing and managing classroom activities and students.Research and practitioner-based models for classroommanagement will be reviewed and explored. Emphasis willbe based upon real-world solutions that prepare pre-service teachers to be effective managers of theirclassrooms so that student learning is maximized.


EDUC 436: Classroom ManagementThe purpose of this course is to help pre-service teachersdevelop systematic strategies and techniques fororganizing and managing classroom activities and students.Research and practitioner-based models for classroommanagement will be reviewed and explored. Emphasis willbe based upon real-world solutions that prepare pre-service teachers to be effective managers of theirclassrooms so that student learning is maximized.Students pursuing secondary certification take EDUC 435.











EDUC 450: Teaching in the Secondary SchoolA study of the teacher's role, teaching techniques,classroom management and evaluation of learningexperiences in the secondary school as these affect allstudents, including the those with special needs andminorities. This course also addresses reading in thecontent area. Includes field experience. Also, included inthis course is content reading strategies for secondarystudents including the 6 hours of Dyslexia training asrequired by Texas Administrative Code (TAC). (TAC RULE§228.35 (4)

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Admission to student teachingProgram: EducationSemester Offered: Fall, Spring

EDUC 460: Differentiated Instruction for theElementary ClassroomThis course focuses on preparing pre-service teachers forthe inclusive classroom setting. Emphasis is placed onunderstanding how to better meet the needs of the manydifferent learners in classrooms and schools. It providesopportunities to examine the characteristics of adifferentiated classroom; how to frame instruction aroundconcepts; and some techniques for differentiating content,process, and product. Special emphasis is given tocollaboration, inclusion, exceptionality (including gifted andtalented), multi-grade classrooms, individual education,transition plans, effective assessment and instructionalprocedures and student diversity.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Admission to the Education PreparationProgram.Program: EducationSemester Offered: Spring

EDUC 475: Directed Teaching in Elementary SchoolThis course is open only to pre-service teachers seekingcertification in Elementary Education. It requires full-dayobservations and student teaching in an approvedelementary school for fourteen weeks under the directionof supervising teachers. Pass/no pass course. *Depends oncertification emphasis.

Credits: 3 - 6Prerequisites: Two-thirds of the professional educationclasses, academic specialization(s) and academicfoundations, senior standing, and admission to studentteachingProgram: EducationSemester Offered: Fall, Spring

EDUC 485: Directed Teaching in Secondary SchoolThis course is open only to pre-service teachers seekingcertification in Secondary Education. It requires full-dayobservations and student teaching in an approvedsecondary school for fourteen weeks under the direction ofsupervising teachers. Pass/no pass course.

Credits: 6Prerequisites: Two-thirds of the professional educationclasses, academic specialization(s) and academicfoundations, senior standing, and admission to studentteaching.Program: EducationSemester Offered: Fall, Spring

EDUC 495: TExES Prep #1 - Core Content EC-6This course assists students in understanding the state andfederal standards for their chosen certification areas.Students complete intensive reviews for their Pedagogyand Professionalism (PPR) certification exams. They mustattend review classes and successfully complete PPR EC-12practice exams with an 80% or higher as a prerequisite forpermission to register with ETS to take the state exam.


EDUC 496: TExES Prep #2 - Pedagogy andProfessionalism Responsibilities EC-12This course assists students in understanding the state andfederal standards for their chosen certification areas.Students complete intensive reviews for Core Content EC-6certification exams. Students must attend review classesand successfully complete Core Content EC-6 practiceexams with an 80% or higher as a prerequisite forpermission to register with ETS to take the state exam.

Credits: 0Program: EducationSemester Offered: Spring

EDUC 498: Individual Study TopicsA study in an area of interest under the direction of a staffmember. This study may involve research, laboratory, orlibrary work. Content and method of study must bearranged prior to registration. May be repeated for a totalof 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 2Prerequisites: Admission to education preparationprogram, and approval of department chairProgram: EducationSemester Offered: Fall, Spring









EDUC 499: Directed Group StudyA study in an area of student interest under the direction ofa staff member. This study may involve research,laboratory, or library work. Content and method of studymust be arranged prior to registration. May be repeated fora total of 3 credits.

Credits: 2 - 3Prerequisites: Admission to Education PreparationProgram, and approval of department chairProgram: EducationSemester Offered: Fall, Spring



Education Certification

Certification, All Level Education

Program: Education Certification

Type: Cert

Option 1 MusicItem # Title Credits

CERT 253 Music in the Schools 3

CERT 312 Educational Psychology 2 - 3

CERT 326 Exceptional Children 2 - 3

CERT 434 Classroom Assessment 2 - 3

CERT 436 Classroom Management 2 - 3

CERT 450 Teaching Methods 2 - 3

CERT 485 Directed Teaching in theSecondary School

4 - 6


Option 2 Physical EducationItem # Title Credits

CERT 244 Physical Education 3


CERT 431 Physical Education Methods(K-12)

3





4 - 6



Elementary and Secondary Certifications

Program: Education Certification

Type: Cert

Education Certification Degrees

1. Elementary Education




CERT 382 Reading and Language Arts 2 - 3

CERT 413 Science Methods 2 - 3

CERT 424 Language Arts EssentialSkills in the ElementarySchool

2




CERT 475 Directed Teaching in theElementary School

4 - 6


Secondary Education




CERT 382 Reading and Language Arts 2 - 3





4 - 6


Secondary Education




CERT 386 Mathematics Methods 2 - 3




Early Childhood - Grade 6

Option 1 English Language Art and Reading

Option 2 Mathematics


https://catalog.swau.edu/education-certification



4 - 6


Secondary Education




CERT 419 Social Studies Methods 3





4 - 6


Secondary Education




CERT 413 Science Methods 2 - 3





4 - 6



Option 3 Social Studies

Option 4 Life Science

CERT 244: Physical EducationThe course provides the pre-service teacher with anextensive repertoire of teaching techniques in all level (EC –12) physical education program. Emphasis is placed onhealth-related fitness, skill development, special events, andgame development.

Credits: 3Program: Education Certification

CERT 253: Music in the SchoolsA course designed to prepare pre-service teachers to directthe music activities of children in all levels (EC – 12). Thecontents include fundamentals, appreciation, singing andrhythm activities.


CERT 312: Educational PsychologyA study of psychology as it relates to the learning processesand teaching methods. Principles and theories of learningare reviewed and individual differences and psychologicalconcepts examined. Attention is given to exceptionallearners. Includes field experience.

Credits: 2 - 3Program: Education Certification

CERT 326: Exceptional ChildrenProvides pre-service teachers with skills to include childrenof all abilities through appropriate arrangement of theenvironment. Study will include the characteristics,assessment, admission, review and dismissal processes forspecial students requiring individualized or specializedprograms.


CERT 382: Reading and Language ArtsA course designed to acquaint the pre-service teacher withthe strategies to help all children become better readersthrough systematic, multi-method, multilevel instruction.The focus will be on essential components of a balancedliteracy program (Guided Reading, Self-Selected Reading,and Working With Words), steps for implementation andmanagement, and a variety of classroom activities. Includesfield experience. Also, included in this course is contentreading strategies for secondary students including the 6hours of Dyslexia training as required by TexasAdministrative Code (TAC). (TAC RULE §228.35 (4)


CERT 386: Mathematics MethodsA course designed to acquaint the pre-service teacher withconcepts, methods, and available materials for effectivemathematics instruction in the schools. Creativedevelopment of materials and lesson plans areemphasized. (This course does not apply to mathematicsrequirements.) Includes field experience.









CERT 413: Science MethodsA course designed to prepare pre-service teachers withpractical classroom tested activities and ideas that arepresented on planning, organizing, managing, andassessing an effective guided discovery science program.Students will have opportunities to develop teachinglessons. (This course does not apply to sciencerequirements.)


CERT 419: Social Studies MethodsAn overview of the social studies program that incorporatesproven teaching strategies such as models of teaching,cooperative learning, learning styles, and dimensions oflearning. Students will have opportunity to developthematic lesson plans in an active-learning environment.(This course does not apply to social studies requirements.)Includes field experience.


CERT 424: Language Arts Essential Skills in theElementary SchoolA course designed to acquaint the pre-service teacher withthe principles that underlie the writing workshop and themajor components that make it work.


CERT 431: Physical Education Methods (K-12)The study of methods and techniques of teaching physicaleducation in the elementary and secondary school,including individual as well as group activities; students arerequired to observe and demonstrate in class.


CERT 434: Classroom AssessmentThis class prepares prospective teachers to have a betterunderstanding of classroom learning and assessment.Attention will be given to test construction and evaluationof test results.


CERT 436: Classroom ManagementThe purpose of this course is to help pre-service teachersdevelop systematic strategies and techniques fororganizing and managing classroom activities and students.Research and practitioner-based models for classroommanagement will be reviewed and explored. Emphasis willbe based upon real-world solutions that prepare pre-service teachers to be effective managers of theirclassrooms so that student learning is maximized.


CERT 450: Teaching MethodsA study of the teacher's role, teaching techniques,classroom management and evaluation of learningexperiences in schools as these affect all students,including the those with special needs and minorities. Thiscourse also addresses reading in the content area. Includesfield experience. Also, included in this course is contentreading strategies for secondary students including the 6hours of Dyslexia training as required by TexasAdministrative Code (TAC). (TAC RULE §228.35 (4).


CERT 475: Directed Teaching in the Elementary SchoolThis course is open only to pre-service teachers seekingcertification in Elementary Education. It requires full-dayobservations and student teaching in an approvedelementary school for fourteen weeks under the directionof supervising teachers. Pass/no pass course.

Credits: 4 - 6Prerequisites: Two-thirds of the professional educationclasses as outlined in the Alternative Certification ProgramProgram: Education Certification

CERT 485: Directed Teaching in the Secondary SchoolThis course is open only to pre-service teachers seekingcertification in Secondary Education. It requires full-dayobservations and student teaching in an approvedsecondary school for fourteen weeks under the direction ofsupervising teachers. Pass/no pass course.

Credits: 4 - 6Prerequisites: Two-thirds of the professional educationclasses as outlined in the Alternative Certification ProgramProgram: Education Certification











English

B.A. English

Program: English

Type: B.A.


ENGL 211 Approaches to LiteraryResearch and Criticism

3

ENGL 221 or ENGL 222 3


ENGL 342 Composition Theory andPractice

3

English Degrees

Faculty/StaffRenard Doneskey Chair; Kristin Denslow, Jayne Doneskey,

Lindsey Gendke, Alison Torres Ramos

Aims of the DepartmentThe English Department provides classes and support forEnglish majors, English minors, and general studiesstudents. In Freshman Composition and Research Writingall students at the university learn how to write coherent,well-organized essays. Students also take a literature classwhich requires writing on literary topics. The departmenthelps English majors and minors understand andappreciate American, English, and world literature as wellas linguistics and composition.

Students may elect courses which prepare them forcareers as secondary English teachers, for graduate studyin English, professional schools, or careers where ability toread closely, write effectively, and think critically is essential.A major in English is also an important asset to any studentwho wishes to specialize in several professional areas: law,medicine, business, public relations, publishing, libraryscience, or government service.

Programs and GeneralInformationENGL 121 and 220 must be completed in sequence duringthe freshman and sophomore years before any othercourse in English can be taken.

ENGL 414 History of the EnglishLanguage

3

ENGL 458 Literary Analysis 3

ENGL 464 Advanced Grammar 3

ENGL Electives 12


Required CognateItem # Title Credits


Sub-Total Credits 3


B.A. English, Writing Emphasis

Program: English

Type: B.A.


ENGL 211 Approaches to LiteraryResearch and Criticism

3



3

ENGL 414 History of the EnglishLanguage

3

ENGL 458 Literary Analysis 3


ENGL Electives 1 3

ENGL Electives 2 3

ENGL Electives 3 9


Required Cognate:Item # Title Credits


Sub-Total Credits 3



https://catalog.swau.edu/english


Minor in English

Program: English

Type: Minor



ENGL 224 Survey of English Literature 3



ENGL Minor Electives 6





The following English major and minors are for teachingcertification only. Requirements for certification are listed inthe Education section of this Bulletin.

You must make formal application for admittance to theTeacher Education Program. Applications are available at theEducation Department office.

English, B.A. - Secondary Teaching Area

The student must meet the requirements for a B.A. degreein English.

Program: English

Type: Minor

English Minor - Secondary CertificationItem # Title Credits


ENGL 224 Survey of English Literature 3

ENGL 231 American Literature I 3


3


ENGL Teaching Electives 9



ENGL 021: Composition ReviewRequired of students whose SAT Critical Readingscore is below 480 or whose ACT English score isbelow 17. This course prepares students to take FreshmanComposition. It focuses on writing fundamentals, such asthe thesis, paragraph development, topic sentences, andtransitions. Students will improve their grammatical skills aswell. Substantial reading plays an important part of thecourse. Credit will not apply toward graduation.

Credits: 3Program: EnglishSemester Offered: Fall, Spring

ENGL 121: Freshman CompositionThis course focuses on individual writing processes, theproduction of quality expository and argumentative prosefor a variety of purposes and audiences, and theintroduction of information literacy skills. The course alsoemphasizes the development and use of critical thinkingand reading skills essential for writing college-level papers.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Minimum SAT Critical Reading score of 480, aminimum ACT English score of 17, a minimum grade of C-in ENGL 021 and RDNG 021, or a score of 80 on theMichigan Test of Language Proficiency.Program: EnglishSemester Offered: Fall, Spring

ENGL 211: Approaches to Literary Research andCriticismThe course introduces the concepts, applications, andresearch involved in literary criticism. The student will beintroduced to literary genres and terms. Writing of literarycriticism will be the main emphasis of the class, includingthe use of primary sources, the construction of an essay,and the correct documentation format as specified in theModern Language Association Stylebook. English majorswill begin the process of senior portfolio development.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ENGL 121 ENGL 220Program: EnglishSemester Offered: Spring









ENGL 220: Research WritingThis course focuses on elements of research andinformation literacy skills and writing using sources.Structured for students from a variety of academicdisciplines, the course emphasizes the rhetorical principlesof audience, purpose, genre, and practice with APA/MLAdocumentation. A major focus includes critically evaluatingscholarly and popular resources, both hard copy andelectronic.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ENGL 121 and sophomore statusProgram: EnglishSemester Offered: Fall, Spring

ENGL 221: World Masterpieces: Ancient toEnlightenmentA study of Ancient, Medieval, and Renaissance literatureread in translation. Some selections from English literaturemay be included.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ENGL 121 ENGL 220Program: EnglishSemester Offered: Fall

ENGL 222: World Masterpieces: Enlightenment toContemporaryThis course focuses on world masterpieces from theEnlightenment to modern literature.


ENGL 224: Survey of English LiteratureThis literature course surveys major figures and trends inBritish literature from the Anglo-Saxon period into the 20thcentury.


ENGL 231: American Literature IA comprehensive study of the major writers and literarymovements from 1609-1860, this course emphasizesFranklin, Hawthorne, Whitman, and Dickinson. The classfocuses on the establishment of a distinctly Americanliterature in both content and style.


ENGL 232: American Literature IIThis course focuses on the genres of poetry, drama, theshort story, and the novel with an emphasis on the wayAmericans prefer individual freedom to society's acceptednorms.


ENGL 272: Introduction to DramaThis course is a study of representative plays, consideringtheir literary history and dramatic staging.

Credits: 3Program: EnglishSemester Offered: Fall

ENGL 278: Dramatic ProductionStudents will help to produce a play for the university,cultivating voice control, state presence, character creation,and stage management. Course may be repeated. Thiscourse is for elective credit only.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Permission of the instructorProgram: English

ENGL 298: Individual Study TopicsThis course offers the student opportunity to pursueinvestigations in fields of special interest under thedirection of the departmental staff. Content and method ofstudy must be arranged prior to registration, and it may berepeated for a total of 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval by department chairProgram: English

ENGL 299: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin. .May be repeated for a total of 3 credits.























ENGL 322: Literary PerspectivesThis class explores the nature of literature, often throughits various genres, its differing historical and culturalcontexts, and its various critical approaches. Content mayconcentrate on a specific author (Dante, Shakespeare),literary period (World War I), theme (the hero in literature),or emphasis (women's literature). Subject matter may vary,depending on the instructor and the sequence of the class.Students may repeat the course for credit if topic,emphasis, or genre differs from the previous class. Appliestoward the general education literature requirement butnot for the English major.

Credits: 3Program: English

ENGL 333: Narrative WritingThe course focuses on the writing of narrative, examiningtraditional and non-traditional plots, characterdevelopment, dialogue, setting, and other literarytechniques.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ENGL 220Program: EnglishSemester Offered: Spring, Even Years

ENGL 335: Essay and Opinion WritingThe course focuses on a variety of prose and studentswriting personal and persuasive essays, opinion pieces andeditorials, autobiography and memory vignettes, and travelpieces.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ENGL 121 ENGL 220Program: EnglishSemester Offered: Spring odd years

ENGL 339: Poetry WritingStudents write poems and read the work of others,including fellow class members as well as establishedpoets. The class works within a supportive workshopframework.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ENGL 220Program: EnglishSemester Offered: Fall, odd years

ENGL 340: Drama WritingThis course focuses on writing for performance, which mayinclude the creation of stage plays as well as screenplays.Students will coordinate with COMM 337 Video ProductionII students in the development of scripts for productionduring the semester. General concepts are included toprovoke thought about writing on a much broader basis.This includes discussions on dialogue, characterization,conflict, action, and setting, as well as the variations inwriting for screen versus stage. (Also taught as COMM 340.)

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ENGL 220Program: EnglishSemester Offered: Spring odd years

ENGL 342: Composition Theory and PracticeThis course, open to all majors, emphasizes both thetheoretical and practical aspects fundamental to successfulwriting and the teaching of writing. Students examine majorcontemporary writing theorists and their research orcontributions to the field of composition, analyze theory inrelation to their own writing, define principles of effectivewriting and the teaching of writing, and apply theseprinciples in a tutoring experience. Thirty hours ofmentored tutoring in The Write Spot serves as a labexperience for the course.


ENGL 414: History of the English LanguageThis course is a linguistic study of the history of the Englishlanguage through modern English. Study also will be givento American English and how it relates to our presentculture.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ENGL 121 ENGL 220Program: EnglishSemester Offered: Fall, even years

ENGL 440: Senior ProjectA student works closely with a professor to produce amajor writing sample suitable for and prepared forpublication.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ENGL 220Program: EnglishSemester Offered: Fall, Spring




















ENGL 451: Studies in Renaissance LiteratureThis course focuses on the historical and literarybackground of the English Renaissance from 1485-1616with emphasis on the most significant writers of the period,including Shakespeare. This course may be taken forgeneral education credit with permission of the instructoronly.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ENGL 121 ENGL 220Program: EnglishSemester Offered: Spring, Even Years

ENGL 452: Studies in 17th Century LiteratureThis course covers English prose and poetry from1603-1660 with particular attention to the poetry of Jonson,Donne, and Herbert as well as a more detailed study ofJohn Milton and his major poems. This course may be takenfor general education credit with permission of theinstructor only.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ENGL 121 ENGL 220Program: EnglishSemester Offered: Fall, odd years

ENGL 453: Studies in 18th Century LiteratureThis course focuses on English poetry and prose from1660-1800 with special attention to the major works ofDryden, Swift, and Pope. The course may be taken forgeneral education credit with permission of the instructoronly.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ENGL 121 ENGL 220Program: EnglishSemester Offered: Fall, even years

ENGL 454: Studies in Medieval LiteratureThis course covers selected Old and Middle English texts(900-1400) with special emphasis on Anglo-Saxon language,Middle English, Chaucer, the Pearl Poet, and religiousdissent in the fourteenth century. It may be taken forgeneral education credit with permission of the instructoronly.


ENGL 455: Studies in Romantic LiteratureThis course covers representative English Romantic poetryand prose with special emphasis on Wordsworth,Coleridge, Shelley, Keats, and Byron. It may be taken forgeneral education credit with permission of the instructoronly.


ENGL 456: Studies in Victorian LiteratureThis course is a study of British poetry, novels, essays, andplays from 1830-1900 with emphasis on Dickens, R.Browning, Hardy, and E. Bronte. The course may be takenfor general education credit with permission of theinstructor only.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ENGL 121 ENGL 220Program: EnglishSemester Offered: Fall, odd years

ENGL 457: Studies in 20th Century LiteratureThis course is a study of the major trends and writers inEnglish and American literature since 1900. It may be takenfor general education credit with permission of theinstructor only.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ENGL 121 ENGL 220Program: EnglishSemester Offered: Spring even years

ENGL 458: Literary AnalysisThis course examines literary theories and genres and theirapplication to selected works of literature. It is designed asa capstone to the English major; taken during the student’ssenior year, it serves as the fourth-year writing class.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Completion of all lower-division Englishrequirements.Program: EnglishSemester Offered: Spring

ENGL 459: The American ClassicsThis course is a study of major texts or authors in Americanliterature in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries with anemphasis on distinctive elements in American subjectmatter and style. This course may be taken for generaleducation credit with permission of instructor only.

Credits: 3Program: EnglishSemester Offered: Spring odd years

























ENGL 464: Advanced GrammarThis course is primarily designed for prospectiveelementary and secondary teachers who will need theknowledge of and methods for teaching basic Englishgrammar. Study also will be given to current theories andrules of grammar.


ENGL 498: Individual Study TopicsThis course offers the advanced student opportunity topursue investigations in fields of special interest under thedirection of the departmental staff. Conent and method ofstudy must be arranged prior to registration, and it may berepeated for a total of 3 credits.


ENGL 499: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin.Student may be allowed to repeat the course for credit.


RDNG 011: Reading ReviewRequired of students whose SAT Critical Readingscore is below 480 or whose ACT English score isbelow 17. This course is designed to help the studentincrease comprehension, reading rate, vocabulary, studyskills, and critical literacy. The course enables students tomeet reading requirements in other college-level courses.Credit will not apply toward graduation.

Credits: 3Program: EnglishSemester Offered: Fall, Spring








Fire Science

A.A.S. Fire Science

Continuation and Progression Policies• The Department of Kinesiology reserves the right to

require withdrawal of a Fire Science student from the

Fire Science Degrees

Not accepting enrollments tothis program.

Faculty/StaffPaulino Santos, Chair; Chad Hutchinson

Adjunct: Wayne Baker, Brett Batla, Michael Jones

ProgramFire Science encompasses leadership and service to assistin the growing fire science segment of the economy. In theworld of fire and emergency operations, knowledge of howto best respond quickly requires training that incorporatesthe changing conditions. The Fire Science programprepares students by teaching them the latest industryprinciples, theories, and best practices. Students learn firesafety, tactical operations, leadership and community fireoutreach and response skills.

Student Learning OutcomesThe goals of the Fire Science program are to provide eachstudent with the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities tofunction as a Firefighter/EMT. Upon completion of thisprogram, the student will be able to demonstrate:

• Subject matter proficiency• A variety of Firefighter skills to meet State certification

requirements• A variety of EMT skills to meet State certification

requirements• Fire Inspector competencies needed for State

certification• Critical thinking in addressing discipline-based

questions• Familiarity with standards, expectations and ethics in

the discipline

Termination Policy

Readmission Policy

Transportation Policies

program or a Fire Science course who fails todemonstrate competency and/or displaysinappropriate/unprofessional or unsafe behavior.

• Students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 toprogress in Fire Science and to graduate. No gradelower than C- will be accepted in Fire Science courses.Students whose GPA falls below 2.5 at any timeduring the program must raise their GPA to 2.5 orbetter within the next semester to continue in theprogram. If the GPA remains below 2.5, the studentwill be permanently dropped from the program.

• Students are allowed only one repeat of one FireScience course.

• Fire Science courses dropped within one (1) weekafter the midterm date on the academic calendar willnot count as a completed course. A Fire Sciencecourse that is dropped after that time will be treatedas a completed Fire Science course.

• Students who fail a course may progress only withpermission of the Kinesiology Department.

• All Fire Science courses are to be completed within athree-year time frame.

• Students cannot take the Texas Fire Certificationexam until all degree requirements have been met.

The following situations or conditions will result intermination from the fire science program:

• Unsafe, unethical, or unprofessional fire sciencepractice

• GPA less than 2.5 for two consecutive semesters• Unresolved issues with the drug screen and

background checks

Readmission is possible for Fire Science students who leftthe program in good standing, and according to the FireScience progression criteria. Students who have been outof the program will return under the most current bulletin.A new background check and drug screen must becompleted and approved before being readmitted.

Students are expected to provide their own transportationto and from off-campus. Faculty will not providetransportation.


On-campus Residency and Transfer Requirements

Boot Camp

Complete a minimum of 15 semester credit hours inresidence. The last 12 hours before graduation must betaken in residence at SWAU. Transfer credits will beawarded according to University policy.

Boot camp is an intensive hands-on lab/skills session that iscompleted in a special summer term after successfulcompletion of the freshman year. The candidate will sign upfor a May, June, July, or August Boot Camp offering beforethe end of their first semester. Students will beparticipating in an intensive 2-week program designed tocomplete the practical (skills) portion of the Fire Academy.Every effort has been made to replicate a real working firestation to make the Boot Camp experience in every way aslice of the professional firefighter's life. The entireacademy class will be housed in a new, state of the arttraining facility. Students will be responsible for cleaningand basic housekeeping for the facility. Most hands-ontraining will take place in the fire yard, on the apparatus,fire tower, in a burning building, or at other appropriatefacilities. Students will be required to pass the finalevaluation with at least an 80% in order to be permitted totest for their certificate with the Texas Commission on FireProtection. The final evaluation is a 200 question, multiple-choice exam that will be given at the boot camp. Failure inany of these components will require remedial training anda re-test

Program: Fire Science

Type: A.A.S.

Required Courses


BIOL 101 Anatomy & Physiology I 4

ENGL 121 Freshman Composition 3

History Electives for TwoYear Program

3

KINA 111 Physical Fitness 1

Religion Electives for TwoYear Program

6

FIRS 101 Firefighter Certification I 3

FIRS 102 Firefighter Certification II 3

FIRS 103 Firefighter Certification III 3

FIRS 104 Firefighter Certification IV 3

FIRS 201 Firefighter Certification V 3

FIRS 202 Firefighter Certification VI 3

This major requires one elective hour

FIRS 203 Firefighter Certification VII 3

FIRS 204 Fire Fighting Practicum -"Skill Month"

2

FIRT 211 Internship 3

FIRT 212 Firefighter Health & Safety 3

FIRT 213 Fire Prevention, Codes, andInspection

3

FIRT 215 Fire Apparatus Pumper -Driver/Operator

3

EMSP 201 EMT Basic 4

EMSP 202 EMT Clinical 1



EMSP 201: EMT BasicThis course is designed to teach the student how to applyoperational principles in out-of-hospital environments anddemonstrate lifesaving care to patients at the EmergencyMedical Technician (EMT) level and display professional andethical behaviors expected of emergency personnel.

Credits: 4Program: Fire Science

EMSP 202: EMT ClinicalThis course is designed to teach the student the hands-onskills necessary for the Emergency Medical Technician(EMT) level, as well as satisfy EMS clinical and ambulancerotation requirements in order to be certified as an EMT bythe Texas Department of Health.


FIRS 101: Firefighter Certification IOne in a series of courses in basic preparation for a newfirefighter. Covers the following subjects: History of the fireservice, orientation to the fire service, firefighterqualifications and safety, fire service communications,incident command system, and fire behavior. Courseshould be taken in conjunction with Firefighter CertificationII, III, IV, V, VI, and VII to satisfy the Texas Commission onFire Protection (TCFP) curriculum for Basic Structural FireSuppression.



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FIRS 102: Firefighter Certification IIOne in a series of courses in basic preparation for a newfirefighter. Covers the following subjects: Buildingconstruction, personal protective equipment, portable fireextinguishers, ropes, knots and hitches. Course should betaken in conjunction with Firefighter Certification II, III, IV, V,VI, and VII to satisfy the Texas Commission on FireProtection (TCFP) curriculum for Basic Structural FireSuppression.


FIRS 103: Firefighter Certification IIIOne in a series of courses in basic preparation for a newfirefighter. Covers the following subjects: Search, removal,and firefighter survival, forcible entry, ladders, ventilation,and water supply. Course should be taken in conjunctionwith Firefighter Certification II, III, IV, V, VI, and VII to satisfythe Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) curriculumfor Basic Structural Fire Suppression.


FIRS 104: Firefighter Certification IVOne in a series of courses in basic preparation for a newfirefighter. Covers the following subjects: Vehicle andtechnical rescue, fire hose, fire streams, highway safety, andwild land fires. Course should be taken in conjunction withFirefighter Certification II, III, IV, V, VI, and VII to satisfy theTexas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) curriculum forBasic Structural Fire Suppression.


FIRS 201: Firefighter Certification VOne in a series of courses in basic preparation for a newfirefighter. Covers the following subjects: Fire control,emergency medical care, fire and life safety, fire origin andcause determination, fire protection systems. Courseshould be taken in conjunction with Firefighter CertificationII, III, IV, V, VI, and VII to satisfy the Texas Commission onFire Protection (TCFP) curriculum for Basic Structural FireSuppression.


FIRS 202: Firefighter Certification VIOne in a series of courses in basic preparation for a newfirefighter. Covers the following subjects: HazardousMaterials Awareness, Hazardous Materials operations,Course should be taken in conjunction with FirefighterCertification II, III, IV, V, VI, and VII to satisfy the TexasCommission on Fire Protection (TCFP) curriculum for BasicStructural Fire Suppression.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: FIRS 201Program: Fire Science

FIRS 203: Firefighter Certification VIIOne in a series of courses in basic preparation for a newfirefighter. Covers the following subjects: Firefighter 1 and 2skills, and Hazardous Materials awareness and operationsskills. The course also includes all laboratory elements forFIRS 101, 102, 103, 201, 202, and 203. Course must betaken in conjunction with Firefighter Certification II, III, IV, V,VI, and VII to satisfy the Texas Commission on FireProtection (TCFP) curriculum for Basic Structural FireSuppression.


FIRS 204: Fire Fighting Practicum - "Skill Month"One in a series of courses in basic preparation for a newfirefighter. Covers the following subjects: live fireoperations, hands on skills completion, skills testing andevaluation. Course must be taken in conjunction withFirefighter Certification II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, and VII to satisfythe Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) curriculumfor Basic Structural Fire Suppression.


FIRT 211: InternshipThis course is designed give the student "real world" fireservice experience through internship with a local firedepartment.


FIRT 212: Firefighter Health & SafetyThis course teaches the student fire ground survivaltechniques, firefighter safety and health, practices andprocedures related to emergency and non-emergencyoperations and components of a firefighter wellnessprogram.







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FIRT 213: Fire Prevention, Codes, and InspectionThis course will train the student to be a certified fireinspector. The student will learn to apply provisions of localbuilding and fire prevention codes to fire preventioninspections; and describe fire inspection practices andprocedures including hazard recognition and correction.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: FIRS 204 TCFP CertificationProgram: Fire Science

FIRT 214: Fire InvestigationThis course will train the student to be a certified fireinvestigator. The student will learn to identify the point oforigin and the cause of the fire; list possible motives of firesetters; and describe the elements of investigationpractices.


FIRT 215: Fire Apparatus Pumper-Driver/OperatorThe course will train the student to become certified todrive a pumper (engine) fire apparatus. The course isdesigned to teach the student to demonstratecompetencies set forth in the TCFP curriculum for Driver/Operator-Pumper.


FIRT 215: Fire Apparatus Pumper - Driver/OperatorThe course will train the student to become certified todrive a pumper (engine) fire apparatus. The course isdesigned to teach the student to demonstratecompetencies set forth in the TCFP curriculum for Driver/Operator-Pumper.











General and InterdisciplinaryStudies

Associate of Science

Associate of ScienceThe Associate of Science, General Studies, comprises all thegeneral education courses required for a Bachelor ofScience degree with the following exception: 6 hours ofreligion instead of 12, and no upper division credits arerequired. The Associate of Science degree is not awardeden route to or concurrently with a bachelor's degree atSouthwestern. However, a student who has earned anAssociate of Science degree at Southwestern may elect tocomplete the requirements for a bachelor's degree.

General and InterdisciplinaryStudies Degrees

Faculty/StaffGeneral and Interdisciplinary Studies Program Director

Departmental Sponsors / Advisors

Descriptions of the ProgramsSouthwestern's General and Interdisciplinary Studiesprograms provide flexible, multidisciplinary curricula thatchallenge students to achieve proficiency in severalsubjects rather than focusing on one major area of study.The General and Interdisciplinary Studies curricula aregeared to prepare students for a lifetime of evolvingopportunities aligned with their career aspirations.

These programs are designed for students who:

1) Aspire to earn an interdisciplinary college degree thatintegrates two or more areas of emphasis.

2) Wish to attend Southwestern yet aspire to a career forwhich Southwestern does not offer a major, or thatoverlaps multiple existing majors.

3) Students who Choose to attend Southwestern, butwhose career goals require a general associate's orbachelor's degree rather than a specific major.

4) Encounter a significant hurdle(s) in a specific major, yetand wish to complete a degree in order to secureemployment as a college graduate.

5) Desire to apply credits earned as part of an AAS degreetoward a bachelor's degree.

Program: General and Interdisciplinary Studies

Type: A.S.


Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences

Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (B.A.A.S.)Individuals who begin careers in technical fields often seekto further their education for advancement and promotionby completing a four-year bachelor's degree. The BAASprogram is designed to transition students from anAssociate of Applied Arts or an Associate of Applied Sciencedegree to a bachelor's degree using courses that provideknowledge and skills designed to enhance marketabilityand leadership potential.

The Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences degree consistsof

• General Education 33 credit hours• Career Field/Occupation 30-39 credit hours• Professional Development 34 credit hours• Electives 12-21 credit hours• UNIV 111 2 credit hours


Type: B.A.A.S.

General EducationSub-Total Credits 33

Career Field/OccupationSub-Total Credits 33-39

Professional DevelopmentSub-Total Credits 34

ElectivesSub-Total Credits 12-21

UNIV 111Item # Title Credits

UNIV 111 Wellness for Life 2

Sub-Total Credits 2



https://catalog.swau.edu/general-and-interdisciplinary-studies


General Studies

B.S. in General StudiesThis program serves three cohorts of students: it offers anentry point for freshmen (with 24 or fewer credits) whohave not yet selected an academic path; it offers an exitpath for seniors (90 or more credits) who may haveencountered a significant hurdle in the their traditionalmajor; and it serves distance education, adult studentsseeking a general bachelor's degree. Traditional, on-campus students who begin college as General Studiesmajors will transfer into a traditional major, theinterdisciplinary studies major, or the associates degreeprogram upon reaching sophomore status.

The General Studies BS degree consists of 42 credits (18upper division) within one of three broad categories:Humanities, Social Sciences, and Sciences. All Universityrequirements for the QEP, general education courses, andGPA must be met. In addition, all General Studiesbachelor's degree graduates will complete the Capstoneseminar course, UNIV 420 (1 credit hour).


Type: B.S.

CoreSub-Total Credits 42

UNIV 420Item # Title Credits

UNIV 420 Capstone Seminar 1

Sub-Total Credits 1


Interdisciplinary Studies

Interdisciplinary Studies B.A. / B.S.A student who has a specific career goal not included in themajors and minors offered by Southwestern may choosetwo or more areas of emphasis to create anInterdisciplinary Studies Bachelor's degree. In consultationwith the Records Office, an academic advisor and chairfrom the sponsoring department(s) will prepare agraduation plan. This degree plan provides greaterflexibility for students in the choice of coursework oremphases.

Possible career paths and emphasis combinations include:

• Bioinformatics (Biology and Computer Science)

• Entrepreneurial studies (Business andCommunication)

• Health insurance adjustors (Business and Nursing)• Paralegal studies (History and English /

Communication)• ESL instruction for international teaching (English and

Education)

Graduate School preparation, such as:

• Art therapy (Art and Psychology)• ESL instruction for higher education (English and

Education)• Global development (Business and Environmental

Biology)• History consultant (Communication / Film Studies and

History)• Pre-law (History / Political Science and

Communication)• Orthotics and prosthetics (Kinesiology and Biology)

Specific requirements:

1) Students will be assigned an academic advisor by theRecords Office. Student and complete a plan forgraduation.

2) Students will select two (or more) areas of emphasis,each to include 24 credit hours (9 upper division) to bedetermined by the sponsoring department(s). Emphasisareas will be identified on the student's transcript anddiploma.

3) Bachelor's degrees candidates will meet all Universitygraduation requirements. In addition, all bachelor's degreecandidates will complete the Interdisciplinary Studiesintroductory course, UNIV 220 (2 credit hours), and theCapstone seminar course, UNIV 420 (1 credit hour).

4) BA graduates will meet the University's foreign languagerequirement, but are not required to declare a minor.

5) After earning a bachelor's degree in InterdisciplinaryStudies, a student may return to earn a second bachelor'sdegree. An area of emphasis may only be used as a majorin the second degree if there are 30 additional hoursavailable in the major.


Type: B.S.





UNIV 220: Introduction to General andInterdisciplinary StudiesThis course introduces General and InterdisciplinaryStudies students to a broad set of skills and resources thatcan be utilized in pursuing specific academic and careergoals. It also provides the foundation for creating asuccessful academic plan within the InterdisciplinaryStudies program.

Credits: 2Program: General and Interdisciplinary Studies

UNIV 420: Capstone SeminarThis course fulfills the requirement for a capstone/portfoliocompletion course in the student's area(s) of emphasis.

Credits: 1Program: General and Interdisciplinary Studies




Geology

Geology Transfer Program

Freshman and sophomore sample schedule for transfer toLoma Linda University.

Program: Geology

Freshman Year


BIOL 111, BIOL 112 8

CHEM 111, CHEM 112 8


GEOL 111, GEOL 112 8



SummerItem # Title Credits

GEOL 240 The Dinosaurs 4

Sub-Total Credits 4

Sophomore Year


This major requires three elective hours.

This major requires two elective hours.

Geology Degrees

Faculty/StaffArthur Schwarz, Chair.

Adjunct: Art Chadwick

ProgramSouthwestern Adventist University, in conjunction withLoma Linda University, offers a geology program with majoremphasis in sedimentology, stratigraphy and paleontology.The freshman and sophomore years are taken on thecampus of Southwestern Adventist University, while thejunior and senior years are taken on the campus of LomaLinda University.

CHEM 310 Environmental andGeological Chemistry

4

ENGL 220 Research Writing 3

GEOL 220 Mineralogy 4

GEOL 320 Stratigraphy andSedimentary Petrology andPetrography

4

PHYS 121, PHYS 122 8


Religion Electives for TwoYear Program

6

History Electives for TwoYear Program

3



GEOL 111: Physical GeologyA study of the earth, its composition, and the forces thatcontrol and change it. Laboratory includes recognition ofcommon rocks and minerals and training in use of geologicmaps and interpreting the physical processes recorded inthe earth's surface. Laboratory includes a four-day field trip.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Program: GeologySemester Offered: Periodically

GEOL 112: Principles of Historical Geology andPaleontologyA study of the disciplines of historical geology andinvertebrate paleontology. Emphasis will be on the tools ofhistorical interpretation. Laboratory will cover theinvertebrate and vertebrate fossil groups systematically.May apply toward biology major by petition. Laboratoryincludes a four-day field trip. Field trip fee.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Program: GeologySemester Offered: Periodically


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GEOL 220: MineralogyIntroduction to crystallography; crystal optics; structure,composition, properties, stability and geologicaloccurrences of minerals; and mineral identification. Studentwill be familiar with laboratory techniques for mineralidentification, including x-ray, thin-section, and microprobeanalyses.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: GEOL 112 CHEM 112Program: GeologySemester Offered: Spring even years

GEOL 240: The DinosaursA field course covering the taxonomic relationships,environment and fossil record of the dinosaurs. Includesextensive training in field methods of vertebratepaleontology and participation in the dinosaur researchproject. Taught for four weeks in Wyoming. Field feecovering the cost of transportation, room and board.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 1Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: GEOL 112 or permission of instructorProgram: GeologySemester Offered: Summer

GEOL 298: Individual Study TopicsA study in an area of student interest under the direction ofa staff member. This study may involve data collection, orlibrary work and will involve a written report. Content andmethod of study must be arranged prior to registration.May be repeated for a total of 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: GEOL 111, 112, and approval of instructorProgram: Geology

GEOL 320: Stratigraphy and Sedimentary Petrologyand PetrographyAn introduction to the description, origin, and historicalinterpretation of stratified rocks.

Credits: 4Prerequisites: GEOL 111 GEOL 112Program: GeologySemester Offered: Periodically

GEOL 330: Summer Field GeologyStratigraphic and structural mapping of sedimentary andrelated igneous and metamorphic rocks and analysis ofdata collected in the field. Taught for four weeks inWyoming in connection with the Dinosaur course. Field feecovering the cost of transportation, room and board.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 1Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: GEOL 320Program: GeologySemester Offered: Summer

GEOL 380: Research MethodsA general introduction to the techniques andmethodologies of scientific literature and presentationsbased upon library and on-line research. Each student willselect a specific topic for research, prepare a paper, andmake an oral presentation based on that work. The studentwill learn scientific methodology, basic statistical skills, andcritical data analysis.

Credits: 2Prerequisites: GEOL 111, 112 or any entry level sciencesequenceProgram: GeologySemester Offered: Fall

GEOL 419: Philosophy of ScienceA study of the philosophies and methodologies of science.Includes a review of the history of scientific and religiousthought and the role each has played in the developmentof modern theories of origin. (Also taught as RELT or BIOL419.)

Credits: 3Program: GeologySemester Offered: Spring

GEOL 480: Research in Geologyand approval of instructor A supervised researchexperience involving the development of a researchproposal, data collection, and a written paper. Researchproposal may be developed in GEOL 380. May be repeatedfor a total of 5 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: GEOL 380 and approval of instructorProgram: GeologySemester Offered: Periodically


https://catalog.swau.edu/geology/geol-112

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GEOL 481: Senior ThesisThis course is designed to permit the student to develop apublishable-quality research paper. Instruction consists ofwriting techniques and guidance in the completion of thisproject. Students will give several oral progress-reports, afinal presentation at the Honors Research Symposium, anda completed Senior Thesis.

Credits: 1Prerequisites: GEOL 480Program: GeologySemester Offered: Spring

GEOL 498: Individual Study TopicsSpecial study may be pursued beyond completed coursework under the direction of a staff member. This study mayinvolve data collection or library work and will involve awritten report. Content and method of study must bearranged prior to registration. May be repeated for a totalof 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: GEOL 111, 112; two upper division courses,and permission of the instructorProgram: Geology





History & Social Science

B.A. History

Students will also complete and present a senior thesis.

Program: History & Social Science

Type: B.A.


HIST 111 American History,1492-1865

3

History & Social Science Degrees

Faculty/StaffR. Steven Jones, Chair; Elizabeth Bowser, Amy Rosenthal

Adjunct: Randall Butler, Karen Kaiser, Chloe Northrop,Monroe Solomon III

MissionThe mission of the History/Social Science Department is tohelp students acquire critical, analytical, andcommunicative skills through a mastery of Social Sciencecourses, taught in a Christian context.

Aims of the DepartmentThe department's offerings in history are designed to helpthe student to understand the present more fully byguiding him in a study of the past and by helping him toreason from cause to effect. The study of history isapproached from the biblical viewpoint. “In the annals ofhuman history the growth of nations, the rise and fall ofempires, appear as dependent on the will and prowess ofman. The shaping of events seems, to a large degree, to bedetermined by his power, ambition, or caprice. But in theWord of God the curtain is drawn aside, and we behold,behind, above, and through all the play and counter-play ofhuman interests and power and passions, the agencies ofthe all-merciful One, silently, patiently working out thecounsel of His own will.” E. G. White, EDUCATION, p. 173.

In political science the student traces the development,functions, and operation of national, local, and foreigngovernments.

HIST 112 American History, 1866 toPresent

3

HIST 201 Historical Methods:Research andHistoriography

3

HIST 225 World Civilizations I 3

HIST 226 World Civilizations II 3

HIST Electives 21


Required cognates:Item # Title Credits

Political Science Elective ForHistory Major

3

Sub-Total Credits 3


B.A. History - Secondary Teaching Area


Type: B.A.

Required Courses



3


3


3



HIST Electives 21


The following history major is for teaching certification only.Requirements for certification are listed in the Educationsection of the Bulletin. You must make formal applicationfor admittance to the Teacher Education Program.Applications are available at the Education Departmentoffice.

Students will also complete a senior portfolio whichincludes a thesis paper.


https://catalog.swau.edu/history-social-science



B.A. History, International Relations, and PublicPolicy



Type: B.A.



3


3


HIST 242 Historical and PoliticalGeography

3

HIST 320 American InternationalRelations

3

HIST 425 Executive Leadership 3

Topical Histories 6


Political ScienceItem # Title Credits

POLS 211 National and TexasConstitutions

3

POLS 360, POLS 364 3

Sub-Total Credits 6

InternshipItem # Title Credits

HIST 492, POLS 492 3

Sub-Total Credits 3

PortfolioItem # Title Credits

HIST 475 Portfolio Development 1

Sub-Total Credits 1



BUAD 211 or BUAD 453 3

BUAD 460 or COMM 431 3

SOCI 111 Introduction to Sociology 3



B.S. Social Science

Students will also complete a senior portfolio whichincludes a thesis paper.


Type: B.S.




3


3


3




3

HIST Social ScienceElectives

18

POLS Electives 6

SOCS Electives 3



B.S. Social Studies - Secondary Teaching Area

The following social studies major is for teachingcertification only. Requirements for certification are listed inthe Education section of the Bulletin. You must make formal




application for admittance to the Teacher EducationProgram. Applications are available at the EducationDepartment office.



Type: B.S.



3


3


3




3

Non U.S. History for SocialStudies Major

9

History Electives for SSSecondary Teaching Major

9

POLS Electives 6

Economics Electives 6Hours

6



Minor in History


Type: Minor



3


3

HIST 225 or HIST 226 3

History Minor UpperDivision Electives

9



Minor in History - Secondary Teaching Area

The following history minor is for teaching certification only.Requirements for certification are listed in the Educationsection of the Bulletin. You must make formal applicationfor admittance to the Teacher Education Program.Applications are available at the Education Departmentoffice.


Type: Minor



3


3



History Secondary Teachingminor electives

12



Minor in Political Science


Type: Minor



3

Political Science Elective ForMinor

15








Minor in Social Science


Type: Minor



3



3

Political Science Elective ForSS Minor

6

Economics Electives 6Hours

6

History Electives for SSMinor

3



HIST 111: American History, 1492-1865A brief account of the discoveries, colonization, and thestruggle for independence; growth of federal government,expansion of territory, and the Civil War.

Credits: 3Program: History & Social ScienceSemester Offered: Fall

HIST 112: American History, 1866 to PresentA survey of U.S. history beginning with Reconstruction andbig business, through two major world wars, to the presenttime of cold and hot wars.

Credits: 3Program: History & Social ScienceSemester Offered: Spring

HIST 201: Historical Methods: Research andHistoriographyAn introduction to the skills used in the profession ofhistory. Students will use primary and secondary sources aswell as historical journals, indexes, and databases as theyproduce a major research paper, bibliography, and bookreview; prepare a presentation based on their work; andengage in other activities relative to critical thinking withinthe discipline of history. Students will also be exposed tobasic trends in historiography. Within this class, history/social science majors begin the process of senior portfoliodevelopment.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: ENGL 121Program: History & Social ScienceSemester Offered: Spring

HIST 204: Advanced American History, 1866-PresentThis course provides a detailed study of American historyfrom Reconstruction to the present, charting the UnitedStates' rise from a frontier nation to a world power. Thiscourse covers the turbulent days of post-Civil WarReconstruction and the settlement of the west, boomingindustrialism, Populism and Progressivism, the UnitedStates in World Wars I & II, the Cold War, and the distrust ofthe post-Watergate era. Students will become acquaintedwith trends in American historiography and practice theskills of historical interpretation and writing. The classsatisfies general education requirements for history. It isrequired for history/social science majors. Students takingthis course should not take HIST 112, American History,1866-Present.


HIST 208: Advanced World Civilizations, early times tothe 16th CenturyThis course is an introductory survey of world history fromprehistory to 1400. Through reading, lectures, discussion,and writing you will gain an elementary understanding ofthe sub-discipline of world history and the major places,civilizations, events, personalities, and issues of modernworld history. This course will also display how history caninform our understanding of contemporary events.










HIST 221: History of Western ArtA survey of fine arts and how they have related to thevarious cultures throughout western civilization. The classwill deal with the arts from the Renaissance to the presenttime. (Also taught as ARTS 221)


HIST 225: World Civilizations IThis course is an introductory survey of world history fromprehistory to 1400. Through reading, lectures, discussion,and writing you will gain an elementary understanding ofthe sub-discipline of world history and the major places,civilizations, events, personalities, and issues of modernworld history. This course will also display how history caninform our understanding of contemporary events.


HIST 226: World Civilizations IIThis course is an introductory survey of world history from1400 to present. Through reading, lectures, discussion, andwriting you will gain an elementary understanding of thesub-discipline of world history and the major places,civilizations, events, personalities, and issues of modernworld history. This course will also display how history caninform our understanding of contemporary events.


HIST 242: Historical and Political GeographyThis course considers the interaction between worldcultures, environments, and geographic regions to explainpatterns of human history and political development.


HIST 298: Individual Study TopicsDesigned for the student who wishes to do independentstudy or research. Content and method of study must bearranged prior to registration. May be repeated for a totalof 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval of department chairProgram: History & Social Science

HIST 299: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin. .May be repeated for a total of 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval by department chairProgram: History & Social Science

HIST 320: American International RelationsDetails American foreign policies and diplomatic relationstoward Europe, Latin America, and Asia, from therevolutionary era to the present. Will detail major foreignpolicy decisions and initiatives and the results of each. (Alsotaught as POLS 320)

Credits: 3Program: History & Social ScienceSemester Offered: Fall, odd years

HIST 326: From Colony to Nation, 1607-1783A study of the creation of the American nation. The courseexamines how transplanted Europeans became a newpeople, emphasizing social, political, and economic changesthat led to independence. Includes a discussion of theimpact of African slavery upon American democracy.

Credits: 3Program: History & Social ScienceSemester Offered: Periodically

HIST 331: History of Christianity IA study of the rise and impact of Christianity in the Romanworld and western culture. Attention is given to theologicaland social movements, the influence of Islam, the crusades,expansionism, and religious adaptation to modern life. Thesecond semester traces development from theReformation through the growth of American religion. (Alsotaught as RLGN 331, 332)


HIST 332: History of Christianity IIA study of the rise and impact of Christianity in the Romanworld and western culture. Attention is given to theologicaland social movements, the influence of Islam, the crusades,expansionism, and religious adaptation to modern life. Thesecond semester traces development from theReformation through the growth of American religion. (Alsotaught as RLGN 331, 332)













HIST 335: Establishing a Nation, 1783-1836An in-depth study of United States history from the Articlesof Confederation through the Constitution, War of 1812,and Jacksonian Democracy.


HIST 345: Sectionalism and Civil War, 1836-1865American history from the Reform Era through ManifestDestiny, Sectionalism and Civil War.

Credits: 3Program: History & Social ScienceSemester Offered: Fall, even years

HIST 355: Reconstruction and Reunion, 1865-1917American history from the close of the Civil War to the USentry into World War I. Among the topics examined in thiscourse are Reconstruction and the New South,industrialization, the "winning of the West," immigration,and America's changing world role.


HIST 360: History of the British IslesA study Britain from pre-Roman times through therestoration of the monarchy under William and Mary in1688. Topics include Anglo-Saxon England, the NormanConquest, the Wars of the Roses, the Tudor and Stuartdynasties, and the English Civil War.


HIST 364: Ancient CulturesThis is a study of man from his beginning through theempires of Assyria, Babylon, Egypt, Persia, Israel, Greece,and Rome to the end of the Roman Republic.

Credits: 3Program: History & Social ScienceSemester Offered: Fall, even years

HIST 365: Global Power: America from 1917 to PresentA study of the American rise to global power. Class willfocus on WWII, the Cold War, Era of Civil Rights, Vietnam,Watergate, and the post-Cold War era.

Credits: 3Program: History & Social ScienceSemester Offered: Spring even years

HIST 370: East Asian HistoryA survey of the history of East Asia, primarily China, Korea,and Japan, from its foundations until modern times. Topicswill include China's enduring influence over its neighbors,interactions with and isolation from the West, theemergence and growth of Buddhism, the influence ofConfucian philosophy, Chinese and Japanese imperialism,Western imperialism in East Asia, and Nationalism andCommunism.


HIST 414: Early Modern EuropeA survey of the Renaissance, Reformation, counter-Reformation, Absolutism, competition for empire, theScientific Revolution, the Enlightenment, and the coming ofRevolutions.


HIST 415: Texas and the WestA study of the multi-cultural heritage of Texas and the Westwith special emphasis on the pre-Columbian NativeAmerican cultures; Spanish, Mexican, and Anglo-Americancolonization; the annexation of the region to the US; andsocial, political, and industrial developments up to thepresent.


HIST 424: Modern EuropeA study of the Intellectual and Industrial Revolution, theNew Imperialism, the intensification of Nationalism, WorldWar I, the Depression, the development and spread ofFascism and Communism, World War II, the Cold War,Decolonization and the emergence of a multipolar world.


HIST 425: Executive LeadershipA study of leadership styles and their impact on politics andhistory. Examines the elements of leadership by focusingon different figures from the political, military, andcorporate arenas, such as Ulysses S. Grant, AndrewCarnegie, Alexander the Great, and Winston Churchill.Students will be able to take information gained from thisclass and apply it to a variety of life situations. (Also taughtas POLS 425.)














HIST 430: Medieval EuropeA study of European history during the middle ages,approximately 500-1500 A.D. Course topics includefeudalism, monasticism, the growth of monarchies, theCrusades, heresy and inquisition, the commercialrevolution, the Hundred Years' War, the Bubonic Plague,and the advent of the university.


HIST 475: Portfolio DevelopmentIn this class, departmental majors will meet at arrangedtimes with departmental faculty to finalize the contents oftheir portfolio before graduation. Students will alsocomplete their senior thesis in this course. This class isrequired of majors in History, Social Science, Social Science(emphasis International Relations), and Social Studies,Secondary Education. Students should take the class intheir last semester before graduation; however, they maytake it both semesters of their senior year upon advisorrecommendation.

Credits: 1Program: History & Social ScienceSemester Offered: Fall Spring

HIST 492: History/Social Science InternshipStudents in the History, International Relations, and PublicPolicy major will take three hours of internship work. Thismay be three hours at one internship agency, or dividedamong different agencies in one-hour increments. Studentswill meet with departmental faculty and agencyrepresentatives to agree on an internship contract beforebeginning the course. The internship(s) will enable studentsto work directly in an area of their interest, give themexperience vital in job searches, and give them anadvantage when seeking graduate education. Eligible for IPgrading.

Credits: 1 - 3Program: History & Social Science

HIST 498: Individual Study TopicsDesigned for the student who wishes to do independentstudy or research. Content and method of study must bearranged prior to registration. May be repeated for a totalof 3 credits.


HIST 499: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin.Student may be allowed to repeat the course for credit.


POLS 211: National and Texas ConstitutionsThis is a comprehensive treatment of U.S. and TexasConstitutions. The course deals with the formation of theseconstitutions and the governments which were establishedas a result. This course fulfills the governmentrequirements as established by the Texas EducationAgency.


POLS 220: Introduction to Public PolicyAn introduction to the history and implementation ofAmerican public policies. The course will examine thehistorical context of key public policies, their creation andimplementation, and their success of failure. The course willalso explore the various constituencies and agenciesinvolved in the formation of public policy. The course willfocus largely on federal policies, but delve into state andlocal policy formation as well.

Credits: 3Program: History & Social Science

POLS 298: Individual Study TopicsDesigned for the student who wishes to do independentstudy research. Content and method of study must bearranged prior to registration. May be repeated for a totalof 3 credits.


POLS 299: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin.May be repeated for a total of 3 credits.












POLS 320: American International RelationsDetails American foreign policies and diplomatic relationstoward Europe, Latin America, and Asia, from therevolutionary era to the present. Will detail major foreignpolicy decisions and initiatives and the results of each. (Alsotaught as HIST 320.)


POLS 360: American National GovernmentThe organization, functions, and processes of America'snational government, with particular attention toconstitutional framework, the judiciary, Congress, thepresidency, political parties, interest groups, and theindividuals as citizen.


POLS 364: American Constitutional DevelopmentAn historical and institutional study of the origin, growth,and interpretation of the United States Constitution, withemphasis on the leading decisions of the Supreme Court.


POLS 425: Executive LeadershipA study of leadership styles and their impact on politics andhistory. Examines the elements of leadership by focusingon different figures from the political, military, andcorporate arenas, such as Ulysses S. Grant, AndrewCarnegie, Alexander the Great, and Winston Churchill.Students will be able to take information gained from thisclass and apply it to a variety of life situations. (Also taughtas HIST 425.)


POLS 492: Political Science InternshipStudents in the History, International Relations, and PublicPolicy major will take three hours of internship work. Thismay be three hours at one internship agency, or dividedamong different agencies in one-hour increments. Studentswill meet with departmental faculty and agencyrepresentatives to agree on an internship contract beforebeginning the course. The internship(s) will enable studentsto work directly in an area of their interest, give themexperience vital in job searches, and give them anadvantage when seeking graduate education. Eligible for IPgrading.


POLS 498: Individual Study TopicsDesigned for the student who wishes to do independentstudy research. Content and method of study must bearranged prior to registration. May be repeated for a totalof 3 credits.


POLS 499: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin.Student may be allowed to repeat the course for credit.


SOCI 111: Introduction to SociologyA general survey of sociology and many of the areas ofinvestigation in sociology; these areas will include thefamily, race and ethnic relations, social class, formalorganizations, collective behavior, population problems anddynamics, culture, etc. Additionally, a brief introduction tothe scientific methods and theories utilized in the study ofsociety will be presented.











Honors Program

Faculty/StaffAmy McHenry, Director

Aims of the ProgramThe mission of Southwestern Adventist University's HonorsProgram is to enrich educational opportunities for high-achieving students and to increase cultural appreciation.

Admission and RetentionEntering freshmen with a cumulative high school GPA of atleast 3.5 or an SAT composite score (critical reading andmath) of at least 1130 (or a minimum ACT composite scoreof at least 24) are invited to apply for admission to theHonors Program. Currently enrolled SWAU students andtransfer students with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.4 mayapply for admission to the Honors Program. Uponacceptance into the Honors Program a student will bedesignated an Honors Student. In order to remain in theHonors Program as an Honors Student, a student mustmaintain an overall GPA of at least 3.4.

Requirements and ProceduresIn order to earn the designation Honors Graduate uponcompleting a bachelor's degree, an Honors Student mustfulfill the following requirements:

• File an application form with the Honors Director.• Complete HNRS 200 in the freshman or sophomore

year.• Complete 9 hours from the following: HNRS 104,

HNRS 204 or 208, HNRS 275, HNRS 345, HNRS 375,HNRS 404.

• Complete HNRS 301 in the junior year.• Complete HNRS 400 and HNRS 401 in the senior year.• The Honors Committee will vote the student an

Honors Graduate upon satisfactory completion of allrequirements.

Honors Program

Requirements and ProceduresIn order to earn the designation Honors Graduate uponcompleting a bachelor's degree, an Honors Student mustfulfill the following requirements:

• File an application form with the Honors Director.• Complete HNRS 200 in the freshman or sophomore

year.• Complete 9 hours from the following: HNRS 104,

HNRS 204 or 208, HNRS 275, HNRS 345, HNRS 375,HNRS 404.

• Complete HNRS 300 in the junior year.• Complete HNRS 400 and HNRS 401 in the senior year.• The Honors Committee will vote the student an

Honors Graduate upon satisfactory completion of allrequirements.

Program: Honors Program

Freshman or Sophomore YearItem # Title Credits

HNRS 200 The Honors Perspective 3

Sub-Total Credits 3

Complete 9 hours from the following:Item # Title Credits

HNRS 104 Human Communication 3

HNRS 275 Honors Study Tour 1 - 3

HNRS 204 or HNRS 208 3

HNRS 345 Honors EnvironmentalStudies

3

HNRS 375 Honors Study Tour 1 - 3

HNRS 404 Science and Belief 3

Sub-Total Credits 9

Complete in Senior YearItem # Title Credits

HNRS 400 Senior Seminar 2

HNRS 401 Senior Seminar 2

Sub-Total Credits 4

Complete in Junior Year

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HNRS 104: Human CommunicationThis course acquaints students with skills and practicesrelating to human communication in a variety of contexts,including interpersonal relationships, mediatedcommunication, small group interactions, and publicpresentations. Instructional strategies used in the courseinclude lecture, discussions, group activities, and oralpresentations. This course fulfills the CommunicationCompetency requirement as specified in the CoreCurriculum.

Credits: 3Program: Honors ProgramSemester Offered: Spring

HNRS 200: The Honors PerspectiveAn introduction to the Southwestern Honors Program. Thecourse will examine the role of knowledge, faith, andservice in the life of the educated Christian. The course willinclude a service project. Required in the freshman orsophomore year for all Southwestern Honors students.

Credits: 3Program: Honors ProgramSemester Offered: Fall

HNRS 204: Advanced American History 1866-PresentThis course provides a detailed study of American historyfrom Reconstruction to the present, charting the UnitedStates' rise from a frontier nation to a world power. Thecourse covers the turbulent days of post-Civil WarReconstruction and the settlement of the west, boomingindustrialism, Populism and Progressivism, the UnitedStates in World Wars I & II, the Cold War, and the distrust ofthe post-Watergate era. Students will become acquaintedwith trends in American historiography and practice theskills of historical interpretation and writing. This coursepartially satisfies general education requirements forhistory. Students taking this course should not take HIST112, American History, 1866-Present.


HNRS 208: Advanced World Civilizations, early timesto the 16th CenturyA study of key issues, events, and transformations thatform the basis for pre-modern world civilizations andestablished the foundations for early modern and modernworld history, including the Agricultural Revolution, thedevelopment of Hebrew monotheism, classical Greek socialideas, ancient China and India, the rise and fall of theRoman empire, early empires in the Americas, andmedieval Europe. This course partially satisfies generaleducation requirements for history. Students taking thiscourse should not take HIST 226, History of WorldCivilizations.


HNRS 275: Honors Study TourA course emphasizing a particular topic approachedthrough travel and on-site visits to historical, cultural, andartistic locations associated with the specified topic. Topicsmay vary. Depending on the topic, the class may be appliedto a specific general education requirement, or, ifapplicable, to a specific academic department requirement.The student may take a combination of HNRS 275 and/or375 for up to a total of 6 hours if the topics vary.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Permission of the Honors CommitteeProgram: Honors ProgramSemester Offered: Spring Summer

HNRS 298: Individual Study TopicsDesigned for the student who wishes to do independentstudy or research or for the teaching of a course notroutinely offered. Content and method of study must bearranged prior to registration. May be repeated for a totalof 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval by the Honors Program DirectorProgram: Honors Program

HNRS 299: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin.May be repeated for a total of 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval by department chairProgram: Honors Program









HNRS 301: Thesis Proposal SeminarIn this course, the honors student will prepare the honorsthesis proposal and an annotated bibliography. Discussionwill focus on research methods and professionaldevelopment.

Credits: 2Prerequisites: HNRS 200Program: Honors ProgramSemester Offered: Spring

HNRS 345: Honors Environmental StudiesEnvironmental science is a discipline that encompasseslearning in the sciences, and touches on humandevelopment, governance and policy, and ethics. Thiscourse will provide the student with the tools to thinkcritically about the environment and how human decisionsand activities influence the quality of our lives and the othercreatures we share the earth with. We will engage inlecture, discussion, debate and group projects concerningthe impact of environmental problems, such as wastemanagement, climate change, water issues, biodiversity, airpollution, human population, and resource use by society.We will also focus on local problems concerning ourenvironment. This course is designed to meet the GeneralEducation Life Science requirement (Also taught as BIOL345).

Credits: 3Lab Hours: 3Lecture Hours: 3Program: Honors ProgramSemester Offered: Spring

HNRS 375: Honors Study TourA course emphasizing a particular topic approachedthrough travel and on-site visits to historical, cultural, andartistic locations associated with the specified topic. Inaddition, the student will submit a research project asdirected by the instructor. Topics may vary. Depending onthe topic, the class may be applied to a specific generaleducation requirement, or, if applicable, to a specificacademic department requirement. The student may take acombination of HNRS 275 and/or 375 for up to a total of 6hours if the topics vary.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Permission of the Honors CommitteeProgram: Honors ProgramSemester Offered: Spring Summer

HNRS 400: Senior SeminarThrough directed readings and scholarship, the honorsstudent begins the honors thesis.


HNRS 401: Senior SeminarThe Honors student completes the research and writing ofthe honors thesis under the direction of the honorsdirector and an academic department faculty mentor.Coursework includes a major seminar presentation.


HNRS 404: Science and BeliefA study of the philosophies and methodologies of science.The course includes a review of the history of scientific andreligious thought, with particular attention given to the roleeach has played in the development of modern theories oforigin. This class satisfies the general educationrequirement for an upper-division religion class (Alsotaught as BIOL, GEOL or RELT 419).


HNRS 498: Individual Study TopicsDesigned for the student who wishes to do independentstudy or research or for the teaching of a course notroutinely offered. Content and method of study must bearranged prior to registration. May be repeated for a totalof 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval by the Honors Program DirectorProgram: Honors Program

HNRS 499: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin.Student may be allowed to repeat the course for credit.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval by department chairProgram: Honors Program


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Kinesiology

Faculty/StaffPaulino Santos Andino, Chair; Chad Hutchinson, VesaNaukkarinen

Adjunct: Michael England, Embedzayi Tsanzi, Kim Vanhoose

Aims of the DepartmentThe Department of Kinesiology provides classes andsupport for Exercise Science, Health and Fitness, Sportsand Fitness Management, Physical Education and FireScience majors as well as minors in Physical Education,Health and Fitness, and Coaching. Classes to support thegeneral studies students in fitness, wellness and physicaleducation are also provided. In the basic fitness andwellness classes, students are guided through a personalfitness program and encouraged to adopt a proactivewellness lifestyle, consistent with SDA teachings.Infrastructure to the University is provided by the operationof a fitness/recreation center that is available to all studentsand faculty.

Students may elect courses that prepare them for careersas elementary or secondary physical education teachers. Amajor in Physical Education will also prepare the studentfor a career in the public or private sector of recreation.Exercise Science is an excellent pre-professional course ofstudy for exercise physiology, physical therapy or otherareas of medicine. A major in Health and Fitness preparesthe student to become a certified personal trainer and finda career in the hospital, corporate or private fitnessindustry. Sports and Fitness Management major is forstudents interested in running a health club or managing asports team. All of the majors prepare students to entergraduate school. A major in Fire Science will prepare thestudent to become a professional firefighter. See FireScience section.

Teaching Certification ProgramYou must make formal application for admittance to theTeacher Education Program. Applications are available atthe Education Department office.

Physical Education, BS - All Level K-12 TeachingCertification Option IV (See Education section of Bulletin.)The student must meet the requirements for a B.S. degreein Physical Education.

A.S. Health and Fitness

Program: Kinesiology

Type: A.S.


KINA 112 or KINA 212 1


KINA 116 Fitness Walking 1


KINT 110 Fundamentals ofKinesiology

3

KINT 216 Nutrition 3

KINT 241 Care and Prevention ofAthletic Injuries

3

KINT 252 ACSM Certified PersonalTrainer

3

KINT 260 First Aid, CPR, and FirstResponder Training

2

KINT 280 Internship 3 - 6




Sub-Total Credits 4


B.S. Exercise Science


Type: B.S.


Kinesiology CoreCurriculum

17

KINA 115 Resistance Training 1

Kinesiology Degrees


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KINA 215 Advanced ResistanceTraining

1



3


2

KINT 354 NSCA Certified Strength &Conditioning Specialist

3

KINT 452 ACSM Certified Health &Fitness Specialist

3

KINT 460 Applied Social ResearchMethods

3





BIOL 102 Anatomy & Physiology II 4

CHEM 111, CHEM 112 8



3


PSYC 212 General Psychology 3


3



B.S. Health and Fitness


Type: B.S.



17




KINA 116 Fitness Walking 1



1



3


2


3

KINT 450 Administration ofKinesiology

3


3







COMM 261 or MKTG 303 3


3



B.S. Physical Education


Type: B.S.



17


KINT 131 Officiating I 2

KINT 132 Officiating II 2




KINT 231 Professional Activities I 3

KINT 232 Professional Activities II 3

KINT 233 Professional Activities III 3

KINT 351 Coaching 3

KINT 420 Adapted Physical Education 3

KINT 431 Physical Education Methods(K-12)

3


3





Sub-Total Credits 8


B.S. Sports and Fitness Management


Type: B.S.

Kinesiology Courses:Item # Title Credits


17



3


3


3


3

KINT 485 Sports and FitnessManagement Internship

6







BUAD 321 Business Finance 3

BUAD 372 Human ResourcesManagement

3


3



3




Minor in Coaching


Type: Minor




3

KINT 131 or KINT 132 2

KINT 231 or KINT 232 orKINT 233

3


3

KINT 351 Coaching 3


3




Sub-Total Credits 4





Minor in Health and Fitness


Type: Minor





1


3



3


3


3




Sub-Total Credits 4


Minor in Physical Education


Type: Minor




3

KINT 131 or KINT 132 2


3

KINT 431 Physical Education Methods(K-12)

3

Two Professional ActivitiesCourses

6




Sub-Total Credits 4


KINA 111: Physical FitnessAn introduction to personal fitness and application oftraining principles. Includes flexibility, muscular fitness,body composition, and cardiovascular pre- and post-semester assessment. This course also incorporates SDAheritage on healthful living. Cannot be taken with KINT 111Health & Wellness.

Credits: 1Program: KinesiologySemester Offered: Fall Spring

KINA 112: AerobicsAn introduction to basic floor movements, calisthenics, andstep aerobics. Students are also introduced tochoreography.


KINA 115: Resistance TrainingAn introduction to the development of muscular fitnessthrough the use of weighted resistance. Safety proceduresare stressed.

Credits: 1Program: KinesiologySemester Offered: Fall

KINA 116: Fitness WalkingAn introduction to cardiovascular fitness through walking.


KINA 122: Futsal (Indoor Soccer)Students are taught the basic skills in shooting, passing,and goal keeping. Offensive and defensive strategies areintroduced. Includes topics such as rules and terminology.

Credits: 1Program: KinesiologySemester Offered: Periodically









KINA 124: BasketballDevelopment of skills in shooting, passing, executing playsand understanding offensive and defensive strategies.


KINA 125: VolleyballStudents are taught basic skills in passing, setting, serving,and spiking. Offensive and defensive strategies areintroduced.

Credits: 1Program: KinesiologySemester Offered: Spring

KINA 131: SwimmingStudents are introduced to basic aquatic safety, floating,freestyle, and elementary backstroke.


KINA 141: BadmintonStudents will develop skills in the basic badminton strokes,including the long and short serve, overhead clear, dropshot, smash, round-thehead shot and net shots. They willalso learn doubles and singles strategy.


KINA 142: TennisStudents develop skills in the basic strokes (forehand,backhand, serve, volley, and lob). They are also introducedto strategy of play.


KINA 145: RacquetballAn introduction to five basic serves, forehand andbackhand, strokes, rules, sportsmanship and strategy of thegame.


KINA 212: Advanced AerobicsHigh intensity aerobic class. May include step aerobics, kickboxing, or other popular routines.

Credits: 1Prerequisites: KINA 112Program: KinesiologySemester Offered: Spring

KINA 215: Advanced Resistance TrainingStudents enhance their strength training routines withadvanced methods of resistance training. Students areintroduced to new training techniques and sport-specificroutines.

Credits: 1Prerequisites: KINA 115 or approval by instructorProgram: KinesiologySemester Offered: Spring even years

KINA 222: Soccer TeamThis course is designed for the advanced soccer player toparticipate in higher-level athletic competition as a memberof a sports team. Advanced fundamentals and skillsthrough practice, participation in intercollegiate contestsand peripheral activities that include community awarenessand involvement make up the components of this course.Must obtain permission from instructor to participate. Maybe repeated for credit for a total of 4 credits. May beapplied toward general education KINA requirement.Course fee applies. Pass/no pass course.


KINA 224: Basketball TeamThis course is designed for the advanced basketball playerto participate in higher-level athletic competition as amember of a sports team. Advanced fundamentals andskills through practice, participation in intercollegiatecontests and peripheral activities that include communityawareness and involvement make up the components ofthis course. Must obtain permission from instructor toparticipate. May be repeated for credit for a total of 4credits. May be applied toward general education KINArequirement. Course fee applies. Pass/no pass course.

Credits: 1 - 4Program: KinesiologySemester Offered: Fall Spring








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KINA 225: Volleyball TeamThis course is designed for the advanced volleyball playerto participate in higher-level athletic competition as amember of a sports team. Advanced fundamentals andskills through practice, participation in intercollegiatecontests and peripheral activities that include communityawareness and involvement make up the components ofthis course. Must obtain permission from instructor toparticipate. May be repeated for credit for a total of 4credits. May be applied toward general education KINArequirement. Course fee applies. Pass/no pass course.


KINA 229: Gymnastics TeamThis class is a touring, witnessing acrosport team. The skillsrequired are basic and power tumbling, pyramid buildingand basket tossing. Team members are required to tourand attend clinics. May be repeated for credit. Pass/no passcourse.


KINA 231: Advanced SwimmingOpportunity is given for students to progress to advancedlevels of swimming in backstroke, freestyle, breaststroke,and butterfly stroke.

Credits: 1Prerequisites: KINA 131 or approval by instructorProgram: KinesiologySemester Offered: Periodically

KINA 233: Water AerobicsAn introduction to basic water movements for strength andflexibility.


KINA 234: Lifeguard TrainingCertified training in lifeguard techniques. Requires arecording fee.


KINA 242: Advanced TennisFor the student who wants to develop advanced skills inoverhead smash, full serve, drop shot, and advancedstrategy for both singles and doubles plays.

Credits: 1Prerequisites: KINA 141 or approval by instructorProgram: KinesiologySemester Offered: Periodically

KINA 246: Inline HockeyStudents will learn fundamental skills of skating, stickhandling, passing and shooting. They will also beintroduced to offensive and defensive strategies. Studentsmust have their own hockey skates. It is preferred thatstudents bring their own protective equipment, includinghelmet/ mask, gloves, shin guards and elbow pads. Thedepartment does have a limited supply.


KINA 247: GolfAn introduction to the basic strokes in golf (driving,chipping, and putting). Scoring terminology and golfetiquette are also taught. Students play on community golfcourses. Requires additional fee.


KINA 248: Advanced RacquetballStudents have the opportunity to develop advanced skills inoverhead, kill, drive serve and advanced strategies foroffensive and defensive play for both singles and doubles.

Credits: 1Prerequisites: KINA 145 or approval by instructorProgram: KinesiologySemester Offered: Spring odd years

KINA 255: FloorballStudents will develop skills in stick handling, passing andshooting. They will also be introduced to offensive anddefensive strategies.
















KINA 298: Individual Study TopicsDesigned for the student who wishes to do independentstudy or research. Content and methods of study must bearranged prior to registration. May be repeated for a totalof 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval by department chairProgram: Kinesiology

KINA 299: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in theundergraduate Bulletin. May be repeated for a total of 3credits.


KINA 498: Individual Study TopicsDesigned for the advanced student who wishes to doindependent study or research. Content and methods ofstudy must be arranged prior to registration. May berepeated for a total of 3 credits.


KINA 499: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin.May be repeated for a total of 3 credits.


KINT 110: Fundamentals of KinesiologyA general introduction to historical and scientificfoundations of physical education, exercise science andsports. Students will explore career opportunities andcurrent issues in these fields.

Credits: 3Program: KinesiologySemester Offered: Fall, odd years

KINT 131: Officiating ITheory and practice of officiating soccer, basketball andfloor hockey, including rules, interpretation of rules,officiating techniques and examinations. Part of the classrequirements is to officiate college intramurals and to assistin the administration of the recreational sports program.

Credits: 2Program: KinesiologySemester Offered: Spring even years

KINT 132: Officiating IITheory and practice of officiating flag football, volleyball,and softball including rules, interpretation of rules,officiating techniques and examinations. Part of the classrequirements is to officiate college intramurals and to assistin the administration of the recreational sports program.


KINT 201: Introduction to Kinesiology ResearchThis course is an introduction to methods of research andscholarly writing in kinesiology. Physical education, exercisescience and wellness majors begin the process of seniorportfolio development.

Credits: 1Prerequisites: ENGL 220Program: KinesiologySemester Offered: Spring

KINT 216: NutritionA study of the nutrients now known to be required in thehuman diet and how to best obtain these nutrients. Thestudent will learn to correlate dietary practice withphysiological consequences and understand basicphysiological functions of the nutrients in food.


KINT 231: Professional Activities IDevelopment of skills and teaching techniques of soccer,basketball, badminton and floor hockey.

Credits: 3Program: KinesiologySemester Offered: Spring odd years

KINT 232: Professional Activities IIDevelopment of skills and teaching techniques of flagfootball, volleyball, softball and tennis.

Credits: 3Program: KinesiologySemester Offered: Fall, even years














KINT 233: Professional Activities IIIDevelopment of skills and teaching techniques of track andfield, and gymnastics.


KINT 241: Care and Prevention of Athletic InjuriesAn introduction to prevention and management of injuriesresulting from athletic activities. Treatment options include:support methods, conditioning exercises, and therapeuticaids. Laboratory work includes bandaging and tapingvarious athletic injuries. Course fee.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 101Program: KinesiologySemester Offered: Fall, even years

KINT 244: Physical Education in the ElementarySchoolMethods and materials for directing physical educationprograms for the elementary school. The course isdesigned for students who are candidates for theelementary classroom teaching certification. Experiences inthis course will enable students to become more proficientin the knowledge and skills needed to be critical thinkers,creative planners and effective practitioners in the area ofelementary physical education. Includes field experience.


KINT 252: ACSM Certified Personal TrainerThis course will cover health appraisal, risk assessment andsafety of exercise, fitness testing, and an overview ofexercise prescription. The course will prepare students totake the ACSM's Certified Personal Trainer certificationexam. Course fee.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 101Program: KinesiologySemester Offered: Fall, odd years

KINT 260: First Aid, CPR, and First Responder TrainingThis course will give students the opportunity to becertified by the American Red Cross in First Aid, CPR andAED. Requires additional fee.

Credits: 2Program: KinesiologySemester Offered: Spring even years

KINT 280: InternshipThe Department of Kinesiology coordinates placement ofstudents. The nature of the work depends on the student'sinterest. Possibilities include medical clinic, sports team,athletic training, or physical therapy. Credit earneddepends on hours of work. May be repeated for a total of 6credits. Eligible for IP grading.

Credits: 3 - 6Prerequisites: Approval by department chairProgram: KinesiologySemester Offered: Fall Spring Summer

KINT 298: Individual Study TopicsDesigned for the student who wishes to do independentstudy or research. Content and methods of study must bearranged prior to registration. May be repeated for a totalof 3 credits.


KINT 299: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in theundergraduate Bulletin. May be repeated for a total of 3credits.


KINT 310: Motor LearningStudents will develop the ability to analyze motor behaviorin a physical education or clinical setting, create solutions tomotor problems, and coach athletes and students to betterperformance. Class includes laboratory activities, criticalreadings and a research study.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 101Program: KinesiologySemester Offered: Fall, odd years

KINT 321: Exercise PhysiologyEmphasizes physiological response and adaptation toexercise with regard to human performance limitations,training effects, and health-related benefits. Class includeslaboratory activities and fitness assessments.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 101 BIOL 102Program: KinesiologySemester Offered: Fall, even years

















KINT 331: BiomechanicsThis course teaches students to analyze, describe, andunderstand motion principles of the body that relate tosport and teaching movement skills. Class includeslaboratory activities and qualitative research.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: BIOL 101 BIOL 102Program: KinesiologySemester Offered: Spring even years

KINT 351: CoachingThis course is designed to introduce the student tocoaching sports. It will consist of several types of learningactivities: reading, lecture, discussion, videotape, andwriting. This course will also prepare students to take theAmerican Sport Education Program coaching certificationexam. Requires additional fee.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: KINT 131 or 132, 231 or 232Program: KinesiologySemester Offered: Spring odd years

KINT 354: NSCA Certified Strength & ConditioningSpecialistThis course is designed to apply scientific knowledge totrain athletes for the primary goal of improving athleticperformance. The topics covered include conducting sport-specific testing sessions, designing, and implementing safeand effective resistance training and conditioning programsand providing guidance regarding nutrition and injuryprevention. Certification requires additional fee.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: KINT 321 KINT 331Program: KinesiologySemester Offered: Spring even years

KINT 420: Adapted Physical EducationA course designed to aid the educator in identifyingphysical, structural, functional or neurological impairmentsfound in school-age children. Emphasis includes a survey ofsource material needed to plan and conduct individual,developmental and special courses in physical education.Lecture and lab.

Credits: 3Program: KinesiologySemester Offered: Fall, even years

KINT 431: Physical Education Methods (K-12)The study of methods and techniques of teaching physicaleducation in the elementary and secondary school,including individual as well as group activities; students arerequired to observe and demonstrate in class.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: KINT 231 KINT 232Program: KinesiologySemester Offered: Fall, even years

KINT 450: Administration of KinesiologyStudents develop basic skills and knowledge necessary toadminister daily activities of a physical educationdepartment or athletic program. Topics include facilitymanagement, intramural activities, adapted physicaleducation, fiscal management, leadership, and legal issues.


KINT 452: ACSM Certified Health & Fitness SpecialistThis course will prepare students to take the ACSM HealthFitness Specialist Exam. The course will cover basicanatomy and physiology, nutrition, fitness assessment,program design, injury prevention and first aid, behavioralchange and legal guidelines. Certification requiresadditional fee.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: KINT 252Program: KinesiologySemester Offered: Spring odd years

KINT 460: Applied Social Research MethodsAn introduction to applied research methods and theirapplications to the disciplines of Kinesiology andPsychology. Emphasis is on understanding basicterminology, the use of fundamental research tools, andthe integration of research and practice. Students will gainexperience with single subject designs, program evaluationmethods, SPSS-driven data analysis, and case studies indata collection. (Also taught as PSYC 460.)







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KINT 480: InternshipThe Department of Kinesiology coordinates placement ofstudents. The nature of the work depends on the student'sinterest. Possibilities include medical clinic, sports team,athletic training, or physical therapy. Credit earneddepends on hours of work. May be repeated for a total of 6credits. Eligible for IP grading.

Credits: 3 - 6Prerequisites: Approval by department chairProgram: KinesiologySemester Offered: Fall Spring Summer

KINT 485: Sports and Fitness Management InternshipThe department of Kinesiology coordinates placement ofstudents. The nature of the work depends on the student'sinterest. Possibilities include high school or college athleticprograms, professional sports teams, or fitness centers.Eligible for IP grading.

Credits: 6Prerequisites: Approval by department chairProgram: KinesiologySemester Offered: Fall Spring Summer

KINT 490: Senior Seminar (Capstone/Portfolio)This is a capstone course where students will study anddiscuss current issues and concepts within the PhysicalEducation, Exercise Science and Health Fitness professions.In addition, the students will prepare for employment in theprofession. The class also prepares students for the majorexit exam.


KINT 498: Individual Study TopicsDesigned for the advanced student who wishes to doindependent study or research. Content and methods ofstudy must be arranged prior to registration. May berepeated for a total of 3 credits.


KINT 499: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin. .May be repeated for a total of 3 credits.








Mathematics

B.A. Mathematics

Program: Mathematics

Type: B.A.



3




MATH 311 Logic and Set Theory 3


MATH 361 Introduction to LinearAlgebra

3

MATH 431 Abstract Algebra 3

Mathematics UpperDivision Electives

3


Required cognate: take one of the following courses:Item # Title Credits

Mathematics Degrees

Faculty/StaffGerald Springer, Chair; Jonathan Duarte, Ryan Loga

Adjunct: George Parry

Aims of the ProgramFirst, we aim to give each student an understanding ofbasic mathematics and its application to solving problemsexpressible by algebraic equations and inequalities.Second, we aim to train students to understand thefundamental concepts of mathematics so that they canteach the subject on the elementary or secondary level.Third, we aim to give a solid foundation in the area ofmathematics which will prepare students to pursue furtherstudies in mathematics, the physical sciences, economics,and the engineering sciences.


3


3





B.S. Mathematics


Type: B.S.








3

MATH 371 History of Mathematics 3


MATH 441 Calculus-Based ProbabilityTheory

4

MATH 471 Real Analysis 3

Mathematics 6 HoursUpper Division Electives

6


Required cognate: take two of the following courses:Item # Title Credits


3


3





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B.S. Mathematics Secondary Teaching Area

Teaching Certification ProgramThe following mathematics major is for teachingcertification only. Requirements for certification are listed inthe Education section of this Bulletin.



Type: B.S.



3





MATH 341 Geometry 3


3

MATH 371 History of Mathematics 3



6



Minor in Mathematics


Type: Minor





Mathematics Minor UpperDivision Electives

6



Minor in Mathematics - Secondary Certification

Teaching Certification ProgramThe following mathematics minor is for teachingcertification only. Requirements for certification are listed inthe Education section of this Bulletin.



Type: Minor



3




MATH 341 Geometry 3


3


6







MATH 013: AlgebraThis course provides the student with a basicunderstanding of addition, subtraction, multiplication anddivision of fractions and rational expressions in addition toan understanding of quadratic equations, inequalities andgraphing.

This course meets five days a week. This course must betaken with a lab concurrently. This course does not applytoward general education or graduation requirements.

Credits: 3Program: MathematicsSemester Offered: Fall Spring

MATH 110: College AlgebraA study of algebraic expressions, equations, inequalities,and functions. Includes function composition, inversefunctions, and graphs of functions. Solutions of linear andquadratic functions are presented (including complexnumbers) with extension to other polynomial functions.Topics also include properties and graphs of rationalfunctions, exponential and logarithmic functions andapplications, and systems of linear equations and theirsolutions including matrix methods and determinants.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Aleks Placement Test Score of 46-60 or anSAT mathematics score of at least 530 or an ACTmathematics score of at least 21 or MATH 013 with a gradeof C- or higher or permission of the department.Program: MathematicsSemester Offered: Fall Spring

MATH 121: PrecalculusA review of basic properties of functions including theirdomain, range, graphs, and relationship to their inversefunctions. An introduction to trigonometry including basicdefinitions of the trigonometric functions and theirproperties, identities, and specific trigonometric formulaesuch as addition and subtraction, double-angle, and half-angle. Applications to triangles are covered utilizing thelaws of sines and cosines. Other topics such as polarcoordinates and conic sections are presented. This courseincludes an introduction to sequences, series, limits, andaspects of calculus.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Aleks Placement Test Score of 61-75, or ahigh school Algebra II course with a grade of at least a Balong with an SAT mathematics score of at least 530 or anACT mathematics score of at least 21, or MATH 110 with agrade of C- or higher, or permission of the department.Program: MathematicsSemester Offered: Spring

MATH 131: Applied MathematicsThis course covers topics from number concepts andoperations, patterns and algebra, geometry andmeasurement, and probability and statistics with anemphasis on problem solving in the real world. The coursecovers fundamental aspects of mathematics as required bythe Texas Department of Education.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Aleks Placement Test Score of 46-60 or anSAT mathematics score of at least 530 or an ACTmathematics score of at least 21 or MATH 013 with a gradeof C- or higher or permission of the department.Program: MathematicsSemester Offered: Spring

MATH 141: Introduction to Probability and StatisticsAn introduction to the statistical processes of sampling,descriptive statistics, presentation of data, and inferentialstatistics. Included are elements of probability, discrete andcontinuous random variables, and the probability basis forhypothesis testing. Specific statistical techniques andconcepts include use of the normal distribution, the t-distribution, X2 distribution, analysis of variance,correlation, and linear regression.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Aleks Placement Test Score of 46-60 or anSAT mathematics score of at least 530 or an ACTmathematics score of at least 21 or MATH 013 with a gradeof C- or higher or permission of the department.Program: MathematicsSemester Offered: Fall Spring

MATH 181: Calculus IA study of algebraic and transcendental functions of onevariable, limits, continuity, differentiation, integration, andapplications of derivatives and integrals.

Credits: 4Prerequisites: Aleks Placement Test Score of 76-100 orMATH 121 with a grade of C- or higher or a high schoolprecalculus with a grade of at least a B and permission ofthe instructor.Program: MathematicsSemester Offered: Fall

MATH 182: Calculus IIA study of the calculus of transcendental functions,introduction to differential equations, applications ofintegration, techniques of integration, and infinite series.

Credits: 4Prerequisites: MATH 181 with a grade of C- or higherProgram: MathematicsSemester Offered: Spring









MATH 283: Calculus IIIA study of vectors in two and three dimensions, motion inspace, polar, cylindrical and spherical coordinate systems,functions of several variables, partial derivatives, multipleintegrals, and differentiation and integration in scalar andvector fields.

Credits: 4Prerequisites: MATH 282 with a grade of C- or higherProgram: MathematicsSemester Offered: Fall

MATH 298: Individual Study TopicsDesigned for the student who wishes to do independentstudy or research. Content and method of study must bearranged prior to registration. May be repeated for a totalof 2 credits.

Credits: 1 - 2Prerequisites: Approval by the department chairProgram: Mathematics

MATH 299: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin. .May be repeated for a total of 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval by department chairProgram: Mathematics

MATH 311: Logic and Set TheoryAn introduction to mathematical proofs, elementary logic,sets, equivalence relations, and functions. The emphasis ison understanding and writing of proofs. Offered viaSouthern Adventist University.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Math 182 with a grade of C- or higherProgram: MathematicsSemester Offered: Fall Spring

MATH 321: Differential EquationsThis is a study of ordinary differential equations withemphasis on the analytic methods for solving them. Thiscourse covers first-order differential equations, higher-order differential equations, modeling with differentialequations, system of linear differential equations, seriessolutions, and Laplace transforms. Offered via SouthernAdventist University.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MATH 182Program: MathematicsSemester Offered: Spring

MATH 322: Partial Differential EquationsPartial differential equations, Fourier series, boundary valueproblems, Bessel functions, Legendre polynomials. Offeredvia Southern Adventist University.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MATH 321Program: MathematicsSemester Offered: Fall, even years

MATH 341: GeometryThis course is a study of Euclidean and non-Euclideangeometry. The course is taught within a historical contextwith a chronological introduction to the history ofgeometry. The mathematics from ancient times to calculus,together with selected topics from the history of modernmathematics. Offered via Southern Adventist University.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MATH 311Program: MathematicsSemester Offered: Fall, odd years

MATH 361: Introduction to Linear AlgebraAn introduction to vector spaces and matrix theory overthe field of real numbers.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MATH 283 MATH 311 also recommended.Program: MathematicsSemester Offered: Spring odd years

MATH 371: History of MathematicsA survey of the development of classical mathematics fromancient times to calculus, together with selected topicsfrom the history of modern mathematics. Offered viaSouthern Adventist University.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MATH 182 MATH 311 also recommended.Program: MathematicsSemester Offered: Fall, odd years

MATH 381: Complex VariablesThis course is a study of analytic functions, power series,calculus of residues, and conformal mappings. Offered viaSouthern Adventist University.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MATH 283 MATH 311Program: MathematicsSemester Offered: Spring even years





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MATH 411: Numerical Analysis with ApplicationThis is a course in numerical methods for solvingmathematical problems. It covers solution of linearequations, roots of polynomial equations, interpolation andapproximation, numerical differentiation and integration,solution of ordinary differential equations, and erroranalysis. The writing of computer programs for solvingproblems is a part of the course. Offered via SouthernAdventist University.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MATH 182 MATH 311 And knowledge of acomputer programming language (CSIS 110 isrecommended).Program: MathematicsSemester Offered: Spring odd years

MATH 431: Abstract AlgebraA study of the abstract systems: groups, rings, fields, andintegral domains. Offered fall even years via SouthernAdventist University.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MATH 311Program: MathematicsSemester Offered: Fall

MATH 441: Calculus-Based Probability TheoryA study of the basic ideas of probability theory, discrete andcontinuous random variables, and their distributions.Offered fall, even years via Southern AdventistUniversity and fall, odd years via Union College, NE.

Credits: 4Prerequisites: MATH 182Program: MathematicsSemester Offered: Fall

MATH 442: Actuarial Exam P PreparationThis course prepares students to take Exam P from theSociety of Actuaries. Offered via Union College, NE.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MATH 441Program: MathematicsSemester Offered: Spring even years

MATH 461: Number TheoryA study of topics including Diophantine equations,congruences, prime numbers, and applications. Emphasisis placed on proving theorems.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MATH 182 MATH 311Program: MathematicsSemester Offered: Fall, even years

MATH 471: Real AnalysisThis is a study of functions of one real variable, and theconditions for differentiability and for integrability of thesefunctions. Emphasis is placed on proving theorems.Offered fall odd years via Southern Adventist University.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MATH 283 MATH 311Program: MathematicsSemester Offered: Fall

MATH 498: Individual Study TopicsDesigned for the student who wishes to do independentstudy or research as well as a mathematics lecture basedcourse covering a topic not routinely offered. Content andmethod of study must be arranged prior to registration.May be repeated for a total of 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval by the department chairProgram: Mathematics

MATH 499: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin. .May be repeated for a total of 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval by department chairProgram: Mathematics


























Medical Laboratory Science

B.S. Medical Laboratory Science

Program: Medical Laboratory Science

Type: B.S.

Medical Laboratory ScienceDegrees

Faculty/StaffPeter McHenry, Chair, Department of Biological Sciences;Arthur Schwarz, Advisor, Department of Biological Sciences

ProgramSouthwestern Adventist University offers a Bachelor ofScience degree (131-138 semester hours) in MedicalLaboratory Science. This degree is offered in affiliation withTarleton State University in Fort Worth, Texas or AndrewsUniversity in Berrien Springs, Michigan. The first three yearsare completed at the Southwestern Adventist Universitycampus. The fourth year (12-14 months) of the programconsists of clinical training to be completed at one of theaffiliated hospital-based programs. Tarleton StateUniversity starts classes in July and January and may requireadditional prerequisite classes such as physics andbiochemistry. Andrews University classes start in June. Theprogram is accredited by the Council on Allied HealthEducation and Accreditation in conjunction with theNational Accrediting Agency for Medical LaboratoryScience.

Each student must apply to the hospital training programof his/her choice, preferably early in the junior year.Acceptance into the Southwestern Adventist Universityprogram and declaration as a Medical Laboratory Sciencemajor does not imply that the student will be accepted forthe senior clinical year by an affiliated hospital program.The student is encouraged to maintain a science and anoverall grade point average of 3.0 (on a four-point scale) orhigher. The criteria for student selection by an affiliatedhospital institution include scholastic ability, completedapplication materials, letters of reference, and a personalinterview. At least 30 of the last 36 semester hours ofacademic work taken prior to the senior clinical year mustbe taken in residence at Southwestern Adventist University.Sixteen of the 32 hours must be science courses. English asa Second Language courses are not applicable towardresidency.





BIOL 318 Microbiology & Immunology 4

BIOL 320 Genetics 4





CSIS 102 Computer Literacy andApplications

3

MATH 121 or 141 3



BIOL 455 Immunology 3





Senior Year


Click here to link to Andrews University Medical LaboratoryScience page for a complete list of classes takenduring Senior year.

Click here to link to Tarleton State University MedicalLaboratory Science page for a complete list of classes takenduring Senior year.


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https://www.andrews.edu/shp/mls/timeline/index.html

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https://www.tarleton.edu/medicallab/programs/medical-laboratory-sciences-program.html

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Modern Languages

Faculty/StaffAdventist Colleges Abroad Coordinator: Elizabeth Bowser

Adjunct: Junyu Zhang

Aims of the ProgramSouthwestern Adventist University strongly encouragesstudents to study a foreign language. Indeed, foreignlanguage courses are a degree component of all B.A.programs at the University. Southwestern currently offerscourses in Chinese, French, and Spanish.

According to the Council on Foreign Relations, education inthe United States should focus on languages that will giveAmericans an economic competitive edge. The top fivelanguages recommended include Chinese and Portuguese.

A second language opens doors to both personal andprofessional development and can give recent graduatesan advantage when seeking employment in both nationaland international organizations and corporations.

Program• Minor in Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Arabic,Chinese, Italian and Hebrew

Minor in Spanish, Portuguese,French, German, Arabic,Chinese, Italian and HebrewA minor consists of 18 hours, exclusive of the elementarycourse or its equivalent, 12 hours of which must be upperdivision and includes 3 hours of literary analysis. Most oftenrequires at least one year abroad.

Adventist Colleges AbroadThe Modern Language Department offers all students,whether majoring in languages or not, the opportunity tostudy overseas as part of their university education.Normally this can fit into a four-year course of studywithout losing credits as a result. Southwestern is amember of Adventist Colleges Abroad (ACA), administeredby the North American Division of the Seventh-dayAdventist Church. Through this consortium, students areable to study a language in the actual homeland of thatparticular language. Overseas campuses affiliated with ACAthat provide foreign language instruction include:

• Universidad Adventista del Plata, Argentina (Spanish;academic year only)

• Seminar Schloss Bogenhofen, Austria (German)

CHIN 111: Chinese Language and Culture IFocuses on cultivating student daily conversation abilities inthe following situations: greetings, family, dates and time,hobbies, and visiting friends. Course builds students solidChinese pronunciation system and introduces Chinesewritten system in terms of the number and order ofcharacter stroking and radicals.

Credits: 4Program: Modern LanguagesSemester Offered: Fall

CHIN 112: Chinese Language and Culture IIContinues to develop listening, speaking, reading, andwriting skills on the novice high level.

Credits: 4Prerequisites: Completion of CHIN 111 with a grade of C- orbetter, or approval of the instructor.Program: Modern LanguagesSemester Offered: Spring

CHIN 211: Intermediate Chinese IThis course builds on CHIN 111 and 112, Chinese Languageand Culture I and II, and is designed for students who havecompleted at least one year of Mandarin or equivalent tofurther develop speaking, listening, reading, and writingskills.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Completion of CHIN 112 with a grade of C- orbetter, or approval of the instructor.Program: Modern LanguagesSemester Offered: Fall

• Bahia Adventist College, Brazil (Portuguese)• Campus Advetiste du Saleve, France (French)• Friedensau Adventist University, Germany (German;

academic year only)• Instituto Avventista Villa Aurora, Italy (Italian)• Middle East University, Lebanon (Arabic; academic

year only)• Escuela Superior de Espanol, Spain (Spanish)• Jerusalem Study Center, Israel (Hebrew; summer only)• Taiwan Adventist College, Taiwan (Chinese, summer

only)

Study overseas is coordinated through the History andSocial Science department. More information aboutapplication, courses, and logistics is available by visiting aca-noborders.com. The ACA Bulletin is also available at theRecords Office and contains a listing of courses offered oneach campus.


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CHIN 212: Intermediate Chinese IIThis course continues to develop speaking, listening,reading, and writing skills.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Completion of CHIN 211 with a grade of C- orbetter, or approval of the instructor.Program: Modern LanguagesSemester Offered: Spring

FREN 111: Elementary French IThe sound and sentence patterns of French are learnedthrough drills, dialogues, readings and models, both liveand recorded. Includes 1 lab hour.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 1Program: Modern LanguagesSemester Offered: Fall

FREN 112: Elementary French IIThe sound and sentence patterns of French are learnedthrough drills, dialogues, readings and models, both liveand recorded. Includes 1 lab hour.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 1Prerequisites: FREN 111Program: Modern LanguagesSemester Offered: Spring

FREN 211: Intermediate French IA thorough review of French grammar through oral andwritten composition as well as cultural and literaryreadings. Attention is given to the history, customs, andtraditions of the French-speaking people.

Credits: 3Lab Hours: 1Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: FREN 112 or demonstrated proficiencyProgram: Modern LanguagesSemester Offered: Fall

FREN 212: Intermediate French IIA thorough review of French grammar through oral andwritten composition as well as cultural and literaryreadings. Attention is given to the history, customs, andtraditions of the French-speaking people.

Credits: 3Lab Hours: 1Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: FREN 211 or demonstrated proficiencyProgram: Modern LanguagesSemester Offered: Spring

SPAN 111: Elementary Spanish IThe sound and sentence patterns of Spanish are learnedthrough drills, dialogues, readings and models, both liveand recorded. Includes 1 lab hour.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 1Program: Modern LanguagesSemester Offered: Fall

SPAN 112: Elementary Spanish IIThe sound and sentence patterns of Spanish are learnedthrough drills, dialogues, readings and models, both liveand recorded. Includes 1 lab hour.

Credits: 4Lab Hours: 1Prerequisites: SPAN 111 or demonstrated proficiencyProgram: Modern LanguagesSemester Offered: Spring

SPAN 211: Intermediate Spanish IA thorough review of Spanish grammar through oral andwritten composition as well as cultural and literaryreadings. Attention is given to the history, customs, andtraditions of the Spanish-speaking people.

Credits: 3Lab Hours: 1Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: SPAN 112 or demonstrated proficiencyProgram: Modern LanguagesSemester Offered: Fall

SPAN 212: Intermediate Spanish IIA thorough review of Spanish grammar through oral andwritten composition as well as cultural and literaryreadings. Attention is given to the history, customs, andtraditions of the Spanish-speaking people.

Credits: 3Lab Hours: 1Lecture Hours: 3Prerequisites: SPAN 211 or demonstrated proficiencyProgram: Modern LanguagesSemester Offered: Spring




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Music

Faculty/StaffDevon Howard, Chair; Rogerio Nunes, Jonathan Wall

Adjunct: Dorla Aparicio, Steve Hubbard, Marcin Parys, DanTotan, Ron Wilson

Aims of the DepartmentThe students will develop the skills of listening, hearing, andidentifying the elements of music.

The students will develop an understanding through musictheory of the foundation of music and apply analytical skillsto enrich performance.

The students will gain knowledge and understanding ofmusic history and musical styles.

The students will be able to apply knowledge of musicalstyles and performance traditions to their repertoire.

The students will develop skills of technical presentationwhich will allow them to apply their knowledge of styles in asensitive performance, both in solo and in ensemble work.

The students will learn methods and principles of musicpedagogy.

Entrance RequirementsIncoming students in the Music Degree programs will beexamined in two areas: practical piano skills andperformance.

1. All incoming Majors and Minors must audition for themusic faculty during the first week of their firstsemester in residence. There are three results to theincoming auditions: Admittance into the MusicDepartment as a major or minor, Provisional Status(in which the student must take lessons and re-audition the following semester) and No Admittance.

2. A functional piano performance exam will be given toall incoming music majors. The details of the examare given in the Piano Proficiency Folder and availableupon request to any current or prospective student. Ifstudents are unable to pass the exam they arerequired to take piano lessons (MUPF 151) starting nolater than the second semester in residence.Modification to the piano performance exam can bemade in the event of physical handicap.

3. Success in Music Theory I (MUCT 111) requires basicbackground knowledge of music theory. Incomingstudents with theory deficiencies are encouraged tostudy during the previous summer. The fundamentalsof music may be learned online or through self-

guided texts or software. Contact the SouthwesternAdventist University music department for furtherinformation.

General Requirements for MusicMajorsThe guidelines found here are not intended to be exclusiveor exhaustive. students should consult the Music MajorHandbook which is available from the Music Department.Other than required courses which are found in thebulletin degree descriptions, the Music Major Handbookcontains the policies by which the department is operated.

1. Ensembles: The music majors and minors arerequired to take a major ensemble each semester inresidence. The major ensembles are the WindSymphony or Orchestra for instrumentalists and bothUniversity Singers and Mizpah Choraliers for singers.Keyboard majors may choose according to theirtalents and interests.

2. Recitals: The music majors and minors are required tobe active members of Southwestern's Recital serieseach semester in residence. The studentsparticipation in the recitals will be contingent on theirperformance for the required masterclasses thatpreceed each recital.

3. Music Juries: The music majors will perform eachsemester for the fulltime music faculty. If their majorperformance professor is an adjunct teacher, thatteacher will be included. A poor jury (Applied MusicExamination) performance may result in the studentbeing placed on probationary status as a music majoror minor. Regular improvement is expected.

4. Practice: Majors will practice 150 hours per semester,while minors will practice 75 hours per semester intheir major performance area. Weekly practice sheetsdetailing each practice are to be filled out and turnedin at the beginning of each lesson.

5. Continuing status: A student's acceptance into andofficial continuation in the music program iscontingent upon the student's satisfactory academicand performance progress. A letter from the chair,written in advisement with the major's performanceteacher, will be placed in the student's file at the endof each school year, encouraging and/or noting areasneeding improvement.

6. Senior recital: All music majors will perform a seniorrecital. This is normally given in the final semester ofresidence. A pre-senior recital, performed before themusic faculty at least three weeks before the senior


B.A. Music

Program: Music

Type: B.A.


MUCT 111 Music Theory I 3

MUCT 121 Ear Training and SightSinging I

1

MUCT 151 Music Theory II 3

MUCT 161 Ear Training and SightSinging II

1

MUCT 221 Music Theory III 3

MUCT 251 Music Theory IV 3

MUCT 315 or MUCT 414 3

MUED 280 Basic Conducting 2

Music Ensemble (lowerdivision)

2

Music Ensemble (upperdivision)

2

MUHL 321, 322, 323, and324 Options

6

Applied Music 7

MUPF 468 Senior Recital 1

Music Degrees

recital, is required. Music minors are encouraged toperform either a senior recital or joint recital at thediscretion of their major instructor.

7. Recital attendance: Music majors and minors willattend all faculty, general student, guest and seniorrecitals. These dates will all be posted by the secondweek of the semester.

8. Off-campus recitals: The music major should plan toattend at least two approved off-campus recitals eachsemester, minors are required to attend one.

Private lessons: The music majors and minors will takelessons from one of the teachers at SouthwesternAdventist University or one provided by the school. Iflessons are taken from non members of the Southwesternteaching faculty without permission, this will be consideredgrounds for dismissal from the program.



Bachelor of Music Education

Program: Music

Type: B.M.E.




1



1



MUCT 315 Form and Analysis 3

MUCT 414 Orchestration andArranging

3

MUCT 420 Music Composition andTechnology

3

MUED 253 Music in the School 3


MUED 390 Instrumental Conductingand Literature

3

MUED 391 Choral Conducting andLiterature

3

MUED 475 Ensemble Management andAdministration

1

MUHL 321, 322, 323, and324 Options

6

MUPF 200 Recital Attendance 0


Pedagogy: Choose four of the followingItem # Title Credits

MUED 275 Diction for Singers 2

MUED 321 Collaborative Piano 2

MUED 371 Percussion Methods &Pedagogy

2


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MUED 372 Brass Methods & Pedagogy 2

MUED 373 String Methods & Pedagogy 2

MUED 374 Woodwind Methods &Pedagogy

2

MUED 451 Voice Methods & Pedagogy 2

MUED 452 Piano Methods & Pedagogy 2

Sub-Total Credits 8

Applied Music Lessons & Recital


Applied Music 7


Sub-Total Credits 8

Ensembles



2

Music Ensemble (upperdivision)

2

Sub-Total Credits 7

Language/CommunicationItem # Title Credits




COMM 113 Oral Interpretation 3


Health and Physical EducationItem # Title Credits

Kinesiology GeneralEducation Requirement

2

Sub-Total Credits 2

Must be enrolled every semester in residence.

• Voice majors must be enrolled in University Singerseach semester in residence.

• Instrumental majors must be enrolled in either WindSymphony or Symphony Orchestra each semester inresidence.

• Keyboard majors may choose any of the majorensembles to participate in, for each semester inresidence.

MathematicsItem # Title Credits

MATH 131 Applied Mathematics 3

Sub-Total Credits 3

Religion


RELT 101 Christian Beliefs 3

RELT 201 Bible Study Methods 3

RELH 230 History of the Seventh-dayAdventist Church

3

RELB upper division (seeadvisor)

3


Social and Behavior ScienceItem # Title Credits


3


3


3

Sub-Total Credits 9

Lab ScienceItem # Title Credits

Life and Physical ScienceGeneral EducationRequirement

8

Sub-Total Credits 8

TX State and NAD Education CertificationItem # Title Credits


These specific classes are required for SDA certificationonly. For those seeking only state certification, it is stronglyrecommended that students enroll for a minimum of onecourse each school year. Applied religion is not to exceed 3credits; 3 of the religion credits must be upper division.Transfer students from non-SDA schools must have 3hours of religion credit per 30 credits taken in residence atSouthwestern, with a minimum of 6 hours. Religion classestaken prior to enrollment at Southwestern will beconsidered for transfer, at least 3 hours must be from anSDA school, and non-SDA religion classes taken afterenrolling at SWAU will not be transferred.


EDUC 326 Exceptional Children 3




EDUC 450 Teaching in the SecondarySchool

3

EDUC 485 Directed Teaching inSecondary School

6



Bachelor of Music

Program: Music

Type: B.Mus




1



1



MUCT 315 Form and Analysis 3

MUCT 414 Orchestration andArranging

3

MUCT 420 Music Composition andTechnology

3


MUED 390 Instrumental Conductingand Literature

3

MUED 391 Choral Conducting andLiterature

3

MUED ** Technique &Pedagogy

2


2


2

MUHL 321 Music in the Middle Ages &Renaissance

2

MUHL 322 Music in the LateRenaissance & Baroque

2

MUHL 323 Classic & Romantic Music 2

MUHL 324 Music in the 20th and 21stCenturies

2

Applied Music 7




Minor in Music

Program: Music

Type: Minor




1



1

MUHL 221 Survey of Music 3


MUED 390 or MUED 391 3

MUED ** Technique &Pedagogy

2


2

Applied Music 7



MUCT 111: Music Theory IAn integrated study of harmony, keyboard harmony, form,and aural training, focusing mainly on common periodtonel practice.

Credits: 3Program: MusicSemester Offered: Fall





MUCT 121: Ear Training and Sight Singing IThe lab component to accompany Music Theory I.


MUCT 151: Music Theory IIA continuation of the concepts begun in MUCT 111,focusing mainly on Classical period style.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MUCT 111 or permission of the instructor.Program: MusicSemester Offered: Spring

MUCT 161: Ear Training and Sight Singing IIThe lab component to accompany Music Theory II.

Credits: 1Program: MusicSemester Offered: Spring

MUCT 221: Music Theory IIIThe study of harmony, form, and aural skills based on thechromatic style of the Romantic period.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MUCT 151 or permission of the instructorProgram: MusicSemester Offered: Fall

MUCT 251: Music Theory IVThe study of harmony, form, and composition based on awide variety of 20th century styles.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MUCT 221Program: MusicSemester Offered: Spring

MUCT 315: Form and AnalysisA study of musical form, both polyphonic and homophonic,covering the period of common practice and emphasizingthe late Baroque and Classical periods.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MUCT 251Program: Music

MUCT 414: Orchestration and ArrangingA course focusing on the fundamentals of instrumentationand arranging for wind, string, and percussion instrumentsby learning the basic elements, such as timbres, range andtechniques unique to each instrument or instrumentgroup. Students will examine and analyze scores oforchestral instrumentations to be equipped with the toolsneeded to arrange for a variety of ensembles.


MUCT 420: Music Composition and TechnologyA course focusing on smaller compositional forms,including ABA, theme and variation and sonatina, as theypertain to contemporary composition. Class will alsoinclude lectures on melodic and harmonic development,form, and listening to significant 20th century musicalmovements. The use of technology and its place in theclassroom is studied and implemented into the corecurriculum.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MUCT 221 or permission of the instructorProgram: MusicSemester Offered: Fall

MUED 253: Music in the SchoolMusic in the School is a class that focuses on the practicalaspects of teaching music in a diverse classroom setting.Catering to the both elementary and secondaryconcentration areas, this course covers learning andteaching styles, theories and strategies and the ability toengage students in a mixed classroom environment.Students will also engage in activities designed to sharpencritical thinking as well as acquaint themselves with currenttrends in the discipline of music education. This course willhelp prepare beginning teachers to understand differentaspects of diversity and how they can address thesedifferences in their teaching.


MUED 275: Diction for SingersIntroduction to proper pronunciation necessary for singers.Students will learn the International Phonetic Alphabet aswell as the basic principals of Italian, French, German andEnglish diction.

Credits: 2Co-Requisites: Must be enrolled simultaneously in MUPF131 or MUPF 331 (Applied Voice Lessons)Program: MusicSemester Offered: Fall



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MUED 280: Basic ConductingThe study and drill of basic conducting patterns andcoordination of hand and baton techniques.

Credits: 2Prerequisites: MUCT 151Program: MusicSemester Offered: Fall

MUED 321: Collaborative PianoAn introduction to teaching and performing throughintermediate level. Performance techniques, pedagogicalmethods and materials, maintenance and practicalteaching experience. (Offered on alternating years)


MUED 371: Percussion Methods & PedagogyAn introduction to teaching and performing throughintermediate level. Performance techniques, pedagogicalmethods and materials, maintenance and practicalteaching experience. (Offered on alternating years)


MUED 372: Brass Methods & PedagogyAn introduction to teaching and performing throughintermediate level. Performance techniques, pedagogicalmethods and materials, maintenance and practicalteaching experience. (Offered on alternating years)


MUED 373: String Methods & PedagogyAn introduction to teaching and performing throughintermediate level. Performance techniques, pedagogicalmethods and materials, maintenance and practicalteaching experience. (Offered on alternating years)


MUED 374: Woodwind Methods & PedagogyAn introduction to teaching and performing throughintermediate level. Performance techniques, pedagogicalmethods and materials, maintenance and practicalteaching experience. (Offered on alternating years)


MUED 390: Instrumental Conducting and LiteratureConducting patterns applied to elements of interpretation.Emphasis on score reading, rehearsal techniques, andconducting problems. Practical application in active musicalorganizations & literature study.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MUED 280Program: Music

MUED 391: Choral Conducting and LiteratureThe study of choral repertoire from all periods as well asemphasis on score reading, rehearsal techniques, andconducting problems with regard to choral ensembles.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MUED 280Program: MusicSemester Offered: Spring

MUED 451: Voice Methods & PedagogyAn introduction to teaching and performing throughintermediate level. Performance techniques, pedagogicalmethods and materials, maintenance and practicalteaching experience. (Offered on alternating years)


MUED 452: Piano Methods & PedagogyAn introduction to teaching and performing throughintermediate level. Performance techniques, pedagogicalmethods and materials, maintenance and practicalteaching experience. (Offered on alternating years)


MUED 475: Ensemble Management andAdministrationThe study of ensemble development, recruitment, concertplanning, marketing, touring, rehearsing and other logisticsin both choral and instrumental settings.

Credits: 1Co-Requisites: To be taken with Student Teaching &Classroom Management.Program: MusicSemester Offered: Spring














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MUEN 113: University SingersAn ensemble fee of $50 is applied to all participatingstudents.

Credits: 1Prerequisites: Permission of instructorProgram: MusicSemester Offered: Fall Spring

MUEN 115: Concert ChoirAn ensemble fee of $50 is applied to all participatingstudents.


MUEN 123: Piano EnsembleAn ensemble fee of $50 is applied to all participatingstudents.


MUEN 133: Chamber MusicAn ensemble fee of $50 is applied to all participatingstudents.


MUEN 145: Symphony OrchestraAn ensemble fee of $50 is applied to all participatingstudents.


MUEN 153: Southwestern BrassAn ensemble fee of $50 is applied to all participatingstudents.


MUEN 313: University SingersAn ensemble fee of $50 is applied to all participatingstudents.

Credits: 1Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. 300 level courses: 4semesters credit at the 100 level in the same ensemble.Program: MusicSemester Offered: Fall Spring

MUEN 315: Concert ChoirAn ensemble fee of $50 is applied to all participatingstudents.


MUEN 323: Piano EnsembleAn ensemble fee of $50 is applied to all participatingstudents.


MUEN 333: Chamber MusicAn ensemble fee of $50 is applied to all participatingstudents.


MUEN 345: Symphony OrchestraAn ensemble fee of $50 is applied to all participatingstudents.


MUEN 353: Southwestern BrassAn ensemble fee of $50 is applied to all participatingstudents.















MUHL 221: Survey of MusicMusic in western civilization including music fundamentalsand a brief history from antiquity to the present. Presentedby recordings, visuals, and lectures.


MUHL 321: Music in the Middle Ages & RenaissanceA study of the history, style, and musical forms of theMiddle Ages and Renaissance periods. Music analysis andlistening assignments will supplement lectures. Anintroduction to the library research skills used in the field ofteaching and the use of primary and secondary sourcesincluding the use of online databases, as well as publicationstyles.

Credits: 2Prerequisites: MUCT 251Program: MusicSemester Offered: Fall

MUHL 322: Music in the Late Renaissance & BaroqueA study of the history, style, and musical forms of the LateRenaissance and Baroque periods. Music analysis andlistening assignments will supplement lectures. Anintroduction to the library research skills used in the field ofteaching and the use of primary and secondary sourcesincluding the use of online databases will be discussed, aswell as publication styles.

Credits: 2Prerequisites: MUHL 321Program: MusicSemester Offered: Spring

MUHL 323: Classic & Romantic MusicA study of the history, style, and musical forms of theClassic and Romantic periods. Music analysis and listeningassignments will supplement lectures. An introduction tothe library research skills used in the field of teaching andthe use of primary and secondary sources including theuse of online databases will be discussed, as well aspublication styles.

Credits: 2Prerequisites: MUHL 322Program: MusicSemester Offered: Fall

MUHL 324: Music in the 20th and 21st CenturiesA study of the history, style, and musical forms of the 20thand 21st Centuries. Music analysis and listeningassignments will supplement lectures. An introduction tothe library research skills used in the field of teaching andthe use of primary and secondary sources including theuse of online databases will be discussed, as well aspublication styles.

Credits: 2Prerequisites: MUHL 323Program: MusicSemester Offered: Spring

MUPF 111: StringsPrivate instruction with major teacher in piano, voice,organ, brass woodwinds, percussion, and strings are to betaken on a weekly basis.

Credits: 1Program: MusicSemester Offered: Fall Spring

MUPF 131: VoicePrivate instruction with major teacher in piano, voice,organ, brass woodwinds, percussion, and strings are to betaken on a weekly basis.


MUPF 141: BrassPrivate instruction with major teacher in piano, voice,organ, brass woodwinds, percussion, and strings are to betaken on a weekly basis.


MUPF 151: PianoPrivate instruction with major teacher in piano, voice,organ, brass woodwinds, percussion, and strings are to betaken on a weekly basis.


MUPF 161: OrganPrivate instruction with major teacher in piano, voice,organ, brass woodwinds, percussion, and strings are to betaken on a weekly basis.

Credits: 1Prerequisites: Organ lessons with instructor's permission.Program: MusicSemester Offered: Fall Spring





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MUPF 171: WoodwindsPrivate instruction with major teacher in piano, voice,organ, brass woodwinds, percussion, and strings are to betaken on a weekly basis.


MUPF 182: PercussionPrivate instruction with major teacher in piano, voice,organ, brass woodwinds, percussion, and strings are to betaken on a weekly basis.


MUPF 191: GuitarPrivate instruction with major teacher in piano, voice,organ, brass woodwinds, percussion, and strings are to betaken on a weekly basis.


MUPF 200: Recital AttendanceCredits: 0Program: MusicSemester Offered: Fall Spring










Credits: 1Prerequisites: Organ lessons with instructor's permission.Program: MusicSemester Offered: Fall Spring








Credits: 1Prerequisites: Prerequisite for 300/400 level courses: 2semester credit at 100/200 level in the same performancearea.Program: MusicSemester Offered: Fall Spring






















Credits: 1Prerequisites: Prerequisite for 300/400 level courses: 2semester credit at 100/200 level in the same performancearea. Organ lessons with instructor's permission.Program: MusicSemester Offered: Fall Spring



























Credits: 1Prerequisites: Prerequisite for 300/400 level courses: 2semester credit at 100/200 level in the same performancearea. Organ lessons with instructor's permission.Program: MusicSemester Offered: Fall Spring

MUPF 468: Senior RecitalThe final semester of applied music lessons for the musicmajor, culminating in the senior recital. Instrumentalstudents will perform in Baroque, Classic, Romantic, and20th Century styles. Singers will perform in a minimum ofthree languages. Pass/fail, 0 credits








MUSC 298: Individual Study TopicsDesigned for the student who wishes to do independentstudy or research. Content and methods of study must bearranged prior to registration. May be repeated for a totalof 2 credits.

Credits: 1 - 2Prerequisites: Approval by department chairProgram: Music

MUSC 299: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in theundergraduate Bulletin. May be repeated for a total of 3credits.


MUSC 492: Music InternshipAn on-the-job, career-oriented internship program foradvanced training in the following areas: conducting,accompanying, church music, school music, professionalmusic (such as concert hall, orchestra, symphonic chorus),and private studio. The internship is limited to thosestudents who are in their senior year of study. May berepeated for a total of 3 credits. Eligible for IP grading.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Permission of department chairProgram: Music

MUSC 498: Individual Study TopicsDesigned for the student who wishes to do independentstudy or research. Content and methods of study must bearranged prior to registration. May be repeated for a totalof 2 credits.













MUSC 499: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin.Student may be allowed to repeat the course for credit.




Non Departmental

UNIV 011: University StrategiesA review of strategies necessary to have a successfuluniversity experience. Required of all students on AcademicProbation or Academic Suspension. Students may notwithdraw from this course, and it does not apply towardsgraduation requirements. Pass/no pass course.

Credits: 1Program: Non Departmental

UNIV 103: Experiential ProgramThis course is designed to allow the student missionary,taskforce worker, or summer colporter to serve in the fieldand, in combination with UNIV 211, maintain full-timeenrollment. By this the University recognizes the legitimateeducational value of this experience. Credit does not applytowards graduation requirements.


UNIV 111: Wellness for LifeA study of wellness using the CREATION Health model. Thecourse takes a whole-person approach to living healthy andwill cover information related to healthy choices, rest,healthy environment, physical activity, trust, interpersonalrelationships, outlook, and nutrition.

Credits: 2Program: Non DepartmentalSemester Offered: Fall, Spring

UNIV 201: Research in an Academic DisciplineThis course is an introduction to the types and purposes ofresearch within an academic discipline. Emphasis will be onlibrary research and sources, including the nature ofsources, their correct use, scholarly writing principles withina specific academic discipline, discipline-specificdocumentation rules, and critical thinking problems.Students will begin the process of senior portfoliodevelopment. (Academic Departments may designate aparticular class to fulfill this requirement.)


UNIV 211: Field ExperienceThrough this course, the student missionary or taskforceworker will earn 6 hours of credit per semester whileserving in the field. A maximum of 12 hours of credit maybe earned, and will be applied as elective credit towardgraduation. This course is monitored by the campuschaplain, and students must make financial arrangementsfor this course before leaving campus. Pass/no passcourse.


UNIV 230: Prior Learning AssessmentThis course will guide a student through the prior learningassessment process and assist him or her in developing anassessment portfolio. The portfolio will describe anddocument specific areas of prior college-level learningachieved through work and life experiences. The completedportfolio includes a student profile section, individuallearning components, course credit petitions, and learningdocumentation. This course is available on-line throughdistance education.

Credits: 1Prerequisites: Admission to the Distance EducationProgramProgram: Non Departmental


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Nursing

B.S. Nursing

Note: Nursing students fulfill the writing componenet ofthe English requirement with NURS 321 and NURS 426.Competence in computer applications andcommunications is fulfilled in nursing courses throughoutthe curriculum. The General Education degreerequirements for communication and computer coursesare therefore waived for nursing students.

Nursing Degrees

Faculty/StaffKerrie Kimbrow, Chair; Jean Alway, Marcia Azevedo, FayForeman, Lakicia Foster, Terri Gibson, Joyce Melius, RonaldMitchell, Rima Seaman

Candy Harvey, Office Manager/Clinical Coordinator

MissionThe purpose of the Southwestern Adventist UniversityDepartment of Nursing is to prepare a competentgeneralist in the profession of nursing with a Christianperspective of liberal arts, applied theology and natural,behavioral, and nursing sciences. The department seeks toprovide a Christian environment, which facilitates growth ofthe student as a whole person, as a contributing memberof society, and as a member of the nursing profession.

Aims of the DepartmentThe goal of the nursing program at Southwestern AdventistUniversity is to graduate competent, employable, safepractitioners using Differentiated Entry-level Competenciesto ensure skilled practitioners who are prepared toparticipate in the delivery of evidenced-based nursing care,who possess the knowledge based on which to buildadvanced study and who are contributing members ofsociety. Graduates of the nursing program are eligible forlicensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) and are prepared forgraduate study.

AccreditationThe B.S. program is fully approved by the Texas Board ofNursing (333 Guadalupe #3-460 Austin, TX 78701;512-305-7400) and is accredited with the Commission onCollegiate Nursing Education: (655 K Street, NW., Suite 750,Washington, DC 20001; 202-887-6791).

Program: Nursing

Type: B.S.

Major RequirementsItem # Title Credits

NURS 212 Physical Assessment 3

NURS 221 Fundamentals of Nursing 6

NURS 226 Gerontological Nursing 3

NURS 313 Pathophysiology 3

NURS 315 Medical Surgical Nursing I 5

NURS 317 Pharmacology 3

NURS 318 Child Health Nursing 4

NURS 321 Evidence Based Practice 3

NURS 335 Medical Surgical Nursing II 5

NURS 416 Medical Surgical Nursing III 4

NURS 417 Mental Health Nursing 4

NURS 418 Maternal-Newborn Nursing 4

NURS 419 Medical Surgical Nursing IV 4

NURS 426 Nursing Leadership 3

NURS 434 Population Health 3

NURS 439 Nursing Capstone 2


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BIOL 220 Microbiology andImmunology

4

CHEM 105 Survey of Chemistry 4



3



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General Education Course RequirementsItem # Title Credits



Literature GeneralEducation Requirement

3

Fine Arts General EducationRequirement

3

History General EducationRequirement

6


2

Religion General EducationRequirement

12




LVN to BS Nursing Degree Requirements

With a current LVN license and at least one year workexperience in a hospital or long-term care facility as an LVN,credit will be granted for the following upon successfulcompletion of at least 12 credit hours at SouthwesternAdventist University:

NURS 221 Fundamentals of Nursing 6NURS 314 Medical-Surgical Nursing I Clinical 2

Total: 8

Program: Nursing

Type: B.S.

Required Nursing Cognate CourseItem # Title Credits




4





3



3


General Education Courses RequirementsItem # Title Credits




3


3


6


2


12



NURS 210 LVN to BS Nursing Bridge 1

NURS 212 Physical Assessment 3



NURS 315 Medical Surgical Nursing I 5

NURS 317 Pharmacology 3

NURS 318 Child Health Nursing 4


NURS 335 Medical Surgical Nursing II 5

NURS 416 Medical Surgical Nursing III 4

NURS 417 Mental Health Nursing 4

NURS 418 Maternal-Newborn Nursing 4

NURS 419 Medical Surgical Nursing IV 4



NURS 439 Nursing Capstone 2





RN to BS Nursing Degree Requirements

The registered nurse with an Associate of Science degreeor a diploma in nursing may enter the nursing program atSouthwestern Adventist University in the third year and willusually be prepared to graduate with a Bachelor of Sciencedegree in two to four academic semesters. After having metall general education requirements and cognate coursesdesignated for the nursing curriculum, students may beable to earn the Bachelor of Science degree in oneacademic year.

Admission requirements include the following:

1. An Associate of Science degree in nursing froman accredited associate degree program withrequirements in nursing and cognate/ generaleducation courses comparable to those atSouthwestern.

2. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 for lower divisioncourses and a minimum 3.0 GPA for Nursing courses.

3. Eligibility for junior standing in the university, havingcompleted a minimum of 56 semester units(84 quarter units).

4. Current registered nurse licensure in the state ofTexas.

5. Graduates of diploma programs must take aproficiency examination to validate college credit fornursing courses (or seek validation throughprofessional review of an international transcript).

6. Proof of current American Heart Association Basic LifeSupport (BLS) CPR certification as Health CareProvider.

Current RN license required to enroll in the RN to BSCompletion Program.

Total Upper Division credit requirements: 36 hours

Program: Nursing

Type: B.S.

Nursing Prerequisite, Cognate and General EducationCoursesItem # Title Credits




4





3


6


2



3


3



3


12




FallItem # Title Credits



NURS 435 Nursing Ethics 3

NURS 436 Health Care Policies andEconomics

3

NURS 498 Individual Study Topics inProfessional Nursing

1 - 3


SpringItem # Title Credits

NURS 312 Physical Assessment for RN 3






NURS 440 Nursing Capstone for RNs 2



NURS 112: Medical TerminologyThis course provides a foundation for understandingterminology used by health care providers. It includeselements of historical development of medical terms fromtheir Latin and Greek derivations as well as acronyms andeponyms from modern language. Rules for combiningword parts into medical terms, accurate pronunciation, andspelling are included. (Crosslisted with ALHE 112).

Credits: 1Program: NursingSemester Offered: Fall

NURS 210: LVN to BS Nursing BridgeThis course is designed to introduce the LVN to the coreconcepts of the Nursing Program including philosophy,conceptual model, program mission and outcomes, nursingvalues, and professionalism. Students will have theopportunity to explore personal and professional valueswhich have an impact on the process of transitioning intoBS Nursing roles.

Credits: 1Program: NursingSemester Offered: Spring

NURS 212: Physical AssessmentThis course is designed to provide structured learningexperiences to enable the student to perform focusedhealth histories, basic general examinations, and focusedassessments of body systems. Teaching/learningapproaches include lecture, demonstration and practice ofassessment skills, written examinations and competencytesting. 3 Theory

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Acceptance into the nursing program.Program: NursingSemester Offered: Spring

NURS 221: Fundamentals of NursingThis course is designed to introduce fundamental conceptsof nursing with emphasis on patient safety. Course contentincludes the implementation of effective communicationskills with patients and nursing staff, professional role ofthe Christian nurse, and use of the nursing process to meetbasic human needs. Students acquire basic nursing skills toimplement nursing care for adult patients. 4 Theory 2Clinical/Lab

Credits: 6Prerequisites: Acceptance into the nursing programProgram: NursingSemester Offered: Spring

NURS 226: Gerontological NursingThis course is designed to examine the process of physical,psychological, mental, and sociocultural aspects of aging.The focus is on the unique health and nursing needs ofolder adults in providing patient centered care. Emphasiswill be on supporting healthy aging and wellness, healthpromotion, disease prevention, disease/disabilityprevention based on current evidence based practices. 2.5Theory 0.5 Clinical/Lab

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Nursing ProgramProgram: NursingSemester Offered: Spring

NURS 311: Frontier NursingThis course is designed to introduce students to healthdisparities and delivery of care in third world countries.Emphasis is on practice in culturally diverse settings,common tropical diseases and their management, planningand setting up of temporary clinics, including triage,individual and family assessment, pharmacy and laboratorymeasures, health education, whole person wellness, andintegration of spiritual care and gospel ministry.

Credits: 1 - 2Program: NursingSemester Offered: Spring

NURS 312: Physical Assessment for RNThis course is designed to provide structured learningexperiences to enable the RN to BSN student to enhancetheir ability to perform focused health histories,examinations, and focused assessments of body systems.Teaching/learning approaches include lecture,demonstration and practice of assessment skills, writtenexaminations and competency testing. 3 Theory

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Acceptance into the RN to BS programProgram: NursingSemester Offered: Spring









NURS 313: PathophysiologyThis course is designed to provide basic concepts togain understanding of the pathophysiology of commondiseases. Physiological changes from pathophysiologicalprocesses are explored within the framework of bodysystems. Alterations resulting from normal aging and somediseases common to children are also integrated into thiscourse. 3 Theory

Credits: 3Prerequisites: All 200 level nursing courses or permission ofinstructorProgram: NursingSemester Offered: Fall

NURS 314: Medical Surgical Nursing IThis course is designed to provide opportunities for theLVN-BS Nursing students to apply the nursing process inproviding safe evidence based patient care. The focus is onpatient-centered care of the adults with common healthproblems, with emphasis on whole person wellnessconcepts. Content and skills build on fundamental nursingcompetencies in the professional role of the nurse. 3Theory

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Acceptance into LVN to BS Nursing programProgram: NursingSemester Offered: Fall

NURS 315: Medical Surgical Nursing IThe student will apply the nursing process in providingevidence-based interventions to individuals with commonnursing care needs in supervised settings. Emphasis is onhealth promotion, risk reduction, disease prevention andintervention to patients with health care problems that arehigh volume. Concepts of nutrition, communication humandiversity, spirituality, gerontology and pharmacology areintegrated into the course. 3 Theory, 2 Clinical/ Lab

Credits: 5Prerequisites: All 200 level nursing coursesProgram: NursingSemester Offered: Fall

NURS 317: PharmacologyThis course is designed to introduce the nursing student topharmacological aspects of nursing. The course will focuson the basic principles and applications of pharmacology,major drug classifications, indications, and nursingconsiderations. 3 Theory

Credits: 3Prerequisites: All 200 level nursing coursesProgram: NursingSemester Offered: Fall

NURS 318: Child Health NursingThis course applies the nursing process to the nursing ofchildren and their families with continued emphasis ongrowth and development, prevention and treatment ofillness in the hospital and community. Complex healthproblems of children are examined including congenitaland acquired conditions. 3 Theory, 1 Clinical/Lab (taught inthe first summer session after completion of theory)

Credits: 4Prerequisites: All 200 nursing courses, NURS 313, NURS314 or NURS315, and NURS 317Program: NursingSemester Offered: Spring

NURS 321: Evidence Based PracticeThis course focuses on the concepts and methodologyinvolved in conducting research in nursing. Students areintroduced to two research paradigms and nursingresearch reports for clinical utilization. 3 Theory

Credits: 3Prerequisites: All 200 level nursing courses, or permissionof the instructor. MATH 141Program: NursingSemester Offered: Spring

NURS 335: Medical Surgical Nursing IIThis course is designed to provide opportunities to build onprevious medical/surgical nursing concepts. The focus is onproviding students opportunities to apply clinical reasoningin the acute care setting integrating theory and practice.Emphasis is placed on whole person wellness and thedevelopment of the professional role of the nurse. 3 Theory2 Clinical/Lab

Credits: 5Prerequisites: All 200 level nursing courses, NURS 313,NURS 314 or NURS 315, and NURS 317Program: NursingSemester Offered: Spring

NURS 416: Medical Surgical Nursing IIIThe student will build on concepts introduced in priorMedical/Surgical courses. Further application of the nursingprocess will be integrated into theory and practice. Contentis selected to increase breadth and depth in medical/surgical nursing. Technical skills will be developed focusingon acutely ill patients. Application of professional roles inthe provision of care in progressively complex situations.Concepts of whole person wellness, clinical judgment,evidence-based practice, patient-centered care, safety,clinical reasoning and team/ collaboration will be applied. 3Theory, 1 Clinical/Lab

Credits: 4Prerequisites: All 200 and 300 level nursing coursesProgram: NursingSemester Offered: Fall










NURS 417: Mental Health NursingThis course is designed to offer experiences for students toprovide evidence-based, patient-centered care to adultsand adolescents in a variety of mental health settings.Opportunities are provided for students to increasecompetencies in clinical reasoning, caring relationships,collaborative communication, self-awareness, and legal-ethical and safety issues in mental health nursing. 3 Theory1 Clinical/Lab

Credits: 4Prerequisites: All 200 and 300 nursing coursesProgram: NursingSemester Offered: Fall Spring

NURS 418: Maternal-Newborn NursingThis course is designed to introduce students to thematernity cycle as a normal process, followed by obstetricaland neonatal complications. Attention is also given towomen's reproductive health issues and menopause. 3Theory 1 Clinical/Lab

Credits: 4Prerequisites: All 200 and 300 level nursing coursesProgram: NursingSemester Offered: Fall Spring

NURS 419: Medical Surgical Nursing IVThis course is designed to provide students with theopportunity to integrate professional nursing concepts andexemplars within professional nursing roles. Application ofthe nursing process and standards of the AmericanAssociation of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) will be integratedinto theory and practice. Technical skills will be developed,focusing on the acutely ill patients in the emergency andcritical care environment. Concepts will be discussedinvolving mass casualty, disaster preparedness, andemergency preparedness as it relates to nursing caredelivery. Synthesizes concepts of whole person wellness,clinical judgment, ethical-legal precepts, evidence-basedpractice, leadership and management, patient-centeredcare, safety, clinical reasoning and team/collaboration.Incorporates concepts into role development of theprofessional nurse. 3 Theory, 1 Clinical/Lab

Credits: 4Prerequisites: All 200 and 300 level courses; NURS 416Program: NursingSemester Offered: Spring

NURS 426: Nursing LeadershipThis course is designed to provide students with theopportunity to integrate professional nursing concepts andexemplars within the professional nursing roles. Currentleadership, management and change theories areexamined as it related to the profession of nursing.Students will engage in activities that contribute to thedevelopment of leadership competencies. 3 Theory

Credits: 3Prerequisites: All 200 and 300 level nursing coursesProgram: NursingSemester Offered: Fall

NURS 434: Population HealthThis course is designed to provide an introduction topopulation health. Emphasis is placed on whole-personwellness and interprofessional collaboration. Contentincludes clinical reasoning as it relates to identification ofclient and population risk, risk reduction, diseaseprevention, and health promotion across the lifespan.2 Theory, 1 Clinical/Lab

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MATH 141, all 300 level nursing courses, orpermission of the instructorProgram: NursingSemester Offered: Spring

NURS 435: Nursing EthicsThis course is designed to provide students with theopportunity to both explore the ethical dimensions ofhealth care practices and develop skills in ethical decisionmaking. The course will assist students to clarify values andpromote moral reflection in the context of contemporaryhealth-care challenges with regards to professionalstandards. 3 Theory

Credits: 3Prerequisites: For the RN to BS Nursing Student, orpermission of the instructor.Program: Nursing

NURS 436: Health Care Policies and EconomicsThis course is designed to provide an overview ofdevelopment, challenges and opportunities of the nursingprofession as related to policy and economics. The coursewill address how to identify gaps in policy knowledge andprovide opportunity for students to engage in processesthat influence policy decisions at the local, state, regionaland national levels that affects the profession of nursing. 3Theory

Credits: 3Prerequisites: For the RN to BS Nursing Student, orpermission of the instructor.Program: Nursing









NURS 439: Nursing CapstoneThis course is to be taken during the final semester of thenursing program. This is the capstone course for the BSNdegree program. The course focuses on the synthesis andreflection of knowledge and the completion of the e-portfolio. The capstone course also provides structure andguidance to prepare the student for the NCLEX exam. 2hour seminar. Pass/No pass course.

Credits: 2Prerequisites: NURS 416 NURS 426 All 200 and 300 levelnursing coursesCo-Requisites: final course(s) of nursing degreeProgram: NursingSemester Offered: Fall Spring

NURS 440: Nursing Capstone for RNsA capstone course designed for BS Nursing completionstudents. The course focuses on the synthesis andreflection of knowledge and the completion of the e-portfolio. Pass/no pass course. 2 Seminar.

Credits: 2Program: NursingSemester Offered: Spring

NURS 498: Individual Study Topics in ProfessionalNursingSubject of study is selected in conference between studentand faculty member. Course requirements may consist ofindependent study, preceptored clinical experiences and/or research. Content and behavioral objectives must beapproved. Student must submit a signed IndependentClass form, available on the SWAU website, to the VicePresident for Academic Administration. Request must beapproved and submitted to the Records Office by the lastday to add a class. May be repeated.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor and VP for AcademicAdministrationProgram: Nursing

NURS 499: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in theundergraduate Bulletin. May be repeated for a total of 3credits.

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Pre-ProfessionalSouthwestern Adventist University offers preparation for anumber of professional programs that are offered at otheruniversities. Certain professional programs build upon afour-year baccalaureate degree from SouthwesternAdventist University. Others require one, two, or threeyears of undergraduate preparation at SouthwesternAdventist University before transferring to complete theprogram requirements. In either case these professionalprograms typically include a specific list of requiredcourses.

Students in pre-professional programs that involve a four-year degree from Southwestern Adventist University areencouraged to consult routinely with their major advisorand their pre-professional advisor.

For further information including program prerequisiterequirements access the given URL and meet with the pre-professional advisor.

Allied Health FoundationsThis program provides an efficient path for students whowish to apply to the School of Allied Health Professions atLoma Linda University for a baccalaureate degree in one ofseveral allied health fields. A student at Southwestern willcomplete the 60-hr Associate of Science degree. Therequirements for this degree are found in the CoreCurriculum for a Bachelor's Degree in this Bulletin.

With the guidance of an Allied Health advisor, the studentwill complete the courses that meet the entrancerequirements of the program to which they seek entrance.A cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 or evenhigher is necessary in order to be competitive foracceptance at most clinical allied health programs at LomaLinda. No grade lower than a “C” can be transferred toanother program.

Information on various allied health careers can be foundat Loma Linda University’s School of Allied HealthProfessions website:

Pre-DentistryAdvisors: Arthur Schwarz, Gerald Springer

A Dentistry program is a graduate program building uponany four-year baccalaureate degree from SouthwesternAdventist University that includes a specified list ofprerequisites. Southwestern Adventist Universitycoordinates with the medical program at Loma LindaUniversity.

Pre-EngineeringAdvisor: Ryan Loga

Currently Southwestern Adventist University coordinateswith Walla Walla University and Andrews University to offerthe first year of an undergraduate program in Engineering.

Pre-LawAdvisor: Elizabeth Bowser

A graduate degree in law can be built on any four-yeardegree at Southwestern Adventist University. There are nospecific prerequisite courses. However, a degree in thesocial sciences (such as English, History or Social Studies)can be a particularly useful background for law school.

Pre-MedicineAdvisor: Peter McHenry, Arthur Schwarz, GeraldSpringer

A Medical Doctor program is a graduate program buildingupon any four-year baccalaureate degree fromSouthwestern Adventist University that includes a specifiedlist of prerequisites. Southwestern Adventist Universitycoordinates with the medical program at Loma LindaUniversity.

Pre-PharmacyAdvisor: Amy McHenry

A Doctor of Pharmacy program is a graduate programbuilding upon any four-year baccalaureate degree fromSouthwestern Adventist University that includes a specifiedlist of prerequisites. Southwestern Adventist Universitycoordinates with the pharmacy program at Loma LindaUniversity.

Pre-Physical TherapyAdvisor: Jared Wood, Vesa Naukkarinen

There are two paths available. The first involves completinga B. S. degree in programs such as Exercise Science orBiology, which include many of the prerequisites foradmission to doctoral programs in Physical Therapy.Alternatively, one may undertake a three-year program ofprerequisites that will prepare a student to transfer toAndrews’ or Loma Linda’s Physical Therapy programs.

Click for Information on Andrews University’s program

Click for Information on Loma Linda University’s program

Other Pre-professional Programsand AdvisorsPrograms Advisors Major


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ALHE 112: Medical TerminologyThis course provides a foundation for understandingterminology used by health care providers. It includeselements of historical development of medical terms fromtheir Latin and Greek derivations as well as acronyms andeponyms from modern language. Rules for combiningword parts into medical terms, accurate pronunciation, andspelling are included. (Crosslisted with NURS 112).

Credits: 1Program: Pre-ProfessionalSemester Offered: Fall

Pre-Respiratory Care JaredWood

Biology

Pre-Chiropractic PeterMcHenry

Biology

Pre-Dental Hygiene JaredWood

Biology

Pre-Health Administration JaredWood

Biology

Pre-Health Informatics JaredWood

Biology

Pre-Nutrition AmyMcHenry

Biology

Pre-Occupational Therapy AmyMcHenry

Biology

Pre-Optometry AmyMcHenry

Biology

Pre-Orthotics and Prosthetics JaredWood

Biology

Pre-Osteopathy PeterMcHenry

Biology

pre-Physician Assistant AmyMcHenry

Biology

Pre-Public Health AmyMcHenry

Biology

Pre-Speech Pathology AmyMcHenry

Biology

Pre-Veterinary Medicine PeterMcHenry

Biology

Pre-X-Ray Technician JaredWood

Biology

Pre-professional ProgramCoursesThese courses are offered as Southwestern AdventistUniversity courses taught in a distance learning format byprofessors from Loma Linda University and Walla WallaUniversity.

COMD 284: Introduction to Speech-LanguagePathology and AudiologyMajor types of disorders. Etiology and treatment. Surveycourse for students majoring in speech-language pathologyand audiology, prospective teachers, and others who mayencounter speech-language or hearing disorders in theirprofessions. Taught through Loma Linda University, Schoolof Allied Health Profession.

Credits: 2Program: Pre-ProfessionalSemester Offered: Spring

DENT 201: Introduction to DentistryThis course introduces students into the field of dentistryand dentistry related disciplines. Students will learn aboutdental anatomy and disease, as well as radiology andpharmacology as it relates to dentistry. Students willbecome aware of dental specialties such as Oral Surgery,Orthodontics, Endodontics and Pedodontics, as well asresponsibility of those in various ancillary positions in atypical dental practice. Students will gain practice carving atooth as well as learn about the management of a dentalpractice. A field trip to a local office is required. Pass/nopass course.


ENGR 111: Introduction to Engineering and DesignIntroduction to the profession of engineering, computerbased engineering, calculation tools, analysis of teamdynamics, the design process, systems engineering, andprinciples of project management. This is taught viadistance learning from Walla Walla University, Edward F.Cross School of Engineering.

Credits: 2Program: Pre-ProfessionalSemester Offered: Fall

ENGR 115: Introduction to CADIntroduction to computer aided design, and computeraided engineering (CAD and CAE). Includes coverage ofhand sketching, drafting standards, pictorialrepresentations, and principles of descriptive geometry.Covers both 2- and 3-D CAD, discipline specific computerapplications will be represented as available. Taught duringthe first 10 weeks of the semester live via webcast fromWalla Walla University, Edward F. Cross School ofEngineering.



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ENGR 116: CAD ProjectA full-scale project emphasizing teamwork where possible,and written and oral engineering communications. Theproject is introduced in ENGR 111 and builds on the skillsdeveloped in ENGR 115. Taught during the last five weeksof the semester through Walla Walla University, Edward F.Cross School of Engineering.

Credits: 1Program: Pre-ProfessionalSemester Offered: Fall, Spring



Psychology

B.S. Psychology emphasis in School Guidance

Bachelors of Science in Psychology, emphasis SchoolGuidance

This School Guidance emphasis will prepare you tocomplete a number of classes in education that arerequired by the State of Texas to fulfill course requirementbefore taking the State Exam for Educators (TExES). Pleasenote that the State of Texas requires candidates who desirea certificate in school counseling must have two years ofsuccessful teaching and in possession of a valid teachingcertificate issued by the State of Texas and a Mastersdegree in School Guidance/School Counseling. The intentof this composite is to prepare you to take the State Exams(EC-6) that consists of two tests (Pedagogy and ProfessionalResponsibility

and Generalist EC-6), you will be certified to teach in theState of Texas, after passing these tests and successfullycompleting all the courses or additional requirement asrequired by any Alternative Certification Program (coursesmay vary by Alternative Certification Program).

• Take the THEA exam and meet a minimum score of260 in reading, 230 in math, and 220 in writing.Passing standards are subject to change, as the StateBoard of Education changes minimum standards.Note: You are exempt from the THEA if you earn ascore of 550 in both areas or better in the areas of

Psychology Degrees

Faculty/StaffDonna Berkner, Chair; Mark Aldridge, Program Director;Lynette Frantzen, Cheryl The

Adjunct: Jeremy Carter, Ken Jones, Marcel Sargeant

Aims of the ProgramThe goals of the department are to serve those who areinterested in majoring in psychology and those who wish topursue advanced degrees in the areas of psychology andcounseling. This degree is designed as a basis for graduatework that provides a basic understanding of Christianpsychological principles and to provide a background for awide variety of careers that involve working with people.

Degree Plan

Retention in this Program

Math and Verbal on your SAT or if your ACT score hada composite of 21 with at least a 19 in Math andLanguage.

• Candidates must have a minimum cumulative GPA of3.0 or higher

• Before acceptance all students must submit to, payfor, and pass a criminal background check

◦ Candidate is responsible for initiating theapplication process, that is available in theEducation & Psychology Department. Allapplicants will be accompanied by:

▪ statement of purpose -a one page typedessay describing reasons for desiringprofession in the teaching field

▪ two letters of recommendation fromindividuals other than relatives. Preferably,these recommendations will come fromSouthwestern Adventist University facultymembers not in the Education andPsychology Department, or other worksupervisor.

• All potential candidates will have an interview with theEducation/Psychology Department before being fullyaccepted into the School Guidance emphasis. SeeTechnical Standards in Pre-Service Teacher CandidateHandbook.

After the student has been admitted to this program, theyshould develop a degree plan with their major advisor andthe Department of Education and Psychology. The plan willshow the declared major with certification area, the workcompleted and the remaining requirements for the degree.Copies of the degree plan will be filed with the Registrar'sOffice, Education and Psychology Department and themajor advisor.

To be retained in this program, students must:

• Maintain a cumulative 3.00 grade point average in allcourse work.

• Give evidence of satisfactory professional growth.• Show promising development in field experiences.• Demonstrate behavior that is ethically and morally

responsible.

Program: Psychology

Type: B.S.

Psychology CoursesItem # Title Credits


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3

PSYC 222 Ethics for Mental HealthProfessionals

3

PSYC 322 Adolescent Psychology 3

PSYC 326 Exceptional Children 3

PSYC 340 Abnormal Psychology 3

PSYC 360 Personality Theory &Development

3

PSYC 444 Courtship, Marriage, andFamily

3

PSYC 445 Deviant Behavior 3

PSYC 460 Applied Social ResearchMethods

3

PSYC 470 Counseling Theory &Techniques

3


Education CoursesItem # Title Credits


EDUC 350 Educational Technology 3

EDUC 364 Kindergarten Materials andMethods

3

EDUC 382 Reading and Language Artsin the Elementary School

3


EDUC 386 Mathematics in theElementary School

3

EDUC 414 Science and Health in theElementary School

3

EDUC 418 Legal Foundations ofEducation

3

EDUC 419 Social Studies in theElementary School

3

EDUC 424 Language Arts EssentialSkills in the ElementarySchool

3



EDUC 475 Directed Teaching inElementary School

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3


3

Sub-Total Credits 6


B.S. Psychology with concentration in CaseManagement

This concentration is intended for individuals wanting toenter the field of work immediately after graduation atplaces such as juvenile detention centers, human resourcemanagement and social services institutions. Theseindividuals can still pursue graduate studies in counselingor clinical psychology with this concentration.

Program: Psychology

Type: B.S.

Psychology B.S. RequirementsItem # Title Credits

Psychology Core Courses 42



BUAD 295 Health Care Management 1


PSYC 233 Social Psychology 3

PSYC 330 Life Transitions, Grief andLoss

3

PSYC 430 Addictive Behaviors 3



B.S. Psychology with concentration in GeneralPsychology

Program: Psychology




Type: B.S.




B.S. Psychology with concentration in GeneralPsychology



PSYC 320 Parenting Skills 3

PSYC 326 Exceptional Children 3


3


PSYC 480 Psychology Internship 1 - 6

PSYC 498 Individual Study Topics 1 - 3



This concentration is intended for individuals wanting tocontinue in graduate studies in counseling or clinicalpsychology immediately after graduation.

Electives to be selected from the following courses

B.S. Psychology with concentration in Marriage andFamily

This concentration is intended for individuals wanting toenter the field of work immediately after graduation atplaces such as social services institutuions. Theseindividuals can still pursue graduate studies in marriageand family or any counseling area.

Program: Psychology

Type: B.S.





BUAD 295 Health Care Management 1

PSYC 320 Parenting Skills 3



3





3

Sub-Total Credits 3


Minor in Psychology

Program: Psychology

Type: Minor




3


3

PSYC 340 Abnormal Psychology 3

Psychology Minor UpperDivision Electives

9



PSYC 212: General PsychologyA beginning course in the basic principles and concepts ofpsychology. Attention given to the concepts of Christianpsychology. Recommended as a preliminary to othercourses in the field.

Credits: 3Program: PsychologySemester Offered: Fall Spring





PSYC 220: Human Growth and DevelopmentA study of the basic principles of human growth anddevelopment across the life span. The environmental andpsychological functions of human development areexamined. Includes case studies.

Credits: 3Program: PsychologySemester Offered: Fall Spring

PSYC 222: Ethics for Mental Health ProfessionalsAn overview of ethical and legal issues related to humanservices professions. Topics include responsibility,competency, duty to warn, confidentiality, professionalrelationships, and professional licensing standards andprocedures. As part of the course students will have amajor term paper that will be used to introduce theresearch skills used in the field of psychology. Students willlearn to use primary and secondary sources as well aspsychology journals, indexes, and databases as needed forpsychology research papers. Psychology majors will beginthe process of senior portfolio development. Must be takenin the sophomore year to comply with portfoliorequirements.

Credits: 3Program: PsychologySemester Offered: Spring

PSYC 233: Social PsychologyA study of the basic principles and concepts required inunderstanding group dynamics and social behavior,focusing on the different types of social setting andinfluencing factors on behavior. This course deals withsocial interactions, including their origins and their effectson the individual. A look at how it impacts governmentpolicy, group behavior and organizations.


PSYC 298: Individual Study TopicsA study in an area of student interest under the direction ofa staff member. This study may involve research, laboratoryor library work. Content and method of study must bearranged prior to registration. May be repeated for a totalof 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval of department directorProgram: Psychology

PSYC 299: Directed Group Study TopicsProvides academic departments an opportunity to offercourses in specialized or experimental areas, either loweror upper division, not listed in the undergraduate Bulletin.May be repeated for a total of 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval of department chair.Program: Psychology

PSYC 320: Parenting SkillsA study of the care and guidance of the young child.Strategies for handling problems and behaviors arediscussed.

Credits: 3Program: PsychologySemester Offered: Fall

PSYC 322: Adolescent PsychologyAn overview of the physical, mental and emotional phasesof human development during the adolescent years. Astudy of the environmental and educational problems ofthe teenager. (Also taught as EDUC 322.)


PSYC 326: Exceptional ChildrenProvides students with skills to include children of allabilities through appropriate arrangement of theenvironment. Study will include the characteristics,assessment, admission, review, and dismissal processes forspecial students requiring individualized or specializedprograms. (Also taught as EDUC 326.)


PSYC 330: Life Transitions, Grief and LossA study of conceptual models and theories about death,dying, grief and loss. Cultivate and foster affectivedevelopment and sensitivity to issues concerning death,dying, and grief.












PSYC 331: Multicultural PerspectivesA study of racial and ethnic groups in american societyfeaturing an examination of their history, cultural heritage,contribution, struggles, and hopes for the future. Emphasiswill be placed on a strength-based analysis of diversegroups. Focus will also address working with families in aclassroom and counseling setting to to be best serve amulticultural society. Course content will guide students tobe better informed and proactive in a multicultural society .


PSYC 338: Conflict ResolutionA study of practical applications of conflict and disputeresolution. The course focuses on developing practicalproblem solving and decision making skills while exploringissues of self-awareness, identity, culture, power, race,gender, violence, and forgiveness. Workplace disputes areexplored and addressed from a perspective emphasizingpreventive models.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: Recommended prerequisites: PSYC 112,SOCI 111Program: PsychologySemester Offered: Fall

PSYC 340: Abnormal PsychologyA study of maladaptive and disorganized behavior patternswithin a personal and social context, including theirdevelopment, symptoms, and treatment. Focus on thevarious etiologies of mental illness and treatmentmodalities. Class must be taken in the junior year, and willserve as checkpoint #1 for the psychology department e-portfolio.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: PSYC 212Program: PsychologySemester Offered: Spring

PSYC 360: Personality Theory & DevelopmentA study of major theories and the development ofpersonality.


PSYC 410: Group TherapyA study of the group dynamics, the stages of groupdevelopment, group interventions, and the selection ofgroup participants. Students will gain the essentialknowledge and skills for understanding, organizing, andworking with groups.


PSYC 415: Crisis, Intervention, Assessment, andTreatmentA study of current issues as they relate to crisisintervention. Students will apply crisis intervention theoryand models of intervention to various crisis situations.Students will become familiar with assessment andtreatment interventions for individuals, families, and groupsof varying ages, multicultural backgrounds, and otherspecial needs.


PSYC 430: Addictive BehaviorsA study of addiction and addictive behaviors. This courseprovides a comprehensive overview of current theoriesabout addictions, their prevention, and treatment. Inaddition, it will highlight controversies surroundingbehavioral addictions, ways to link theory and practice, andmotivational factors in personal change.


PSYC 444: Courtship, Marriage, and FamilyEmphasis on dating, engagement, marriage, and successfulfamily life-styles. Good communication and relationshipskills are studied.


PSYC 445: Deviant BehaviorAn examination of what deviant behavior is (includingspecific examples of behavior which is so labeled) andsocial explanations for its existence.





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PSYC 460: Applied Social Research MethodsAn introduction to applied research methods and theirapplications to the disciplines of Physical Education, andPsychology. Emphasis is on understanding basicterminology, the use of fundamental research tools, andthe integration of research and practice. Students will gainexperience with single subject designs, program evaluationmethods, SPSS-driven data analysis, and case studies indata collection. This class meets the requirements for theComputer Competencies for General Education (Alsotaught as KINT 460.)

Credits: 3Prerequisites: MATH 141Program: PsychologySemester Offered: Fall

PSYC 470: Counseling Theory & TechniquesA study of various theories and techniques used in thecounseling process. Study will also include techniques forinterviews, administration, questionnaires, and recordsused in guidance work by teachers, ministers, counselors,and psychologists. Study will include the ethics andprinciples involved in the counseling process as they relateto the counselor, as well as the situation , and is the finalportfolio checkpoint. This class meets the requirements forthe Communication Competencies for General Education.(Spring) Senior year only.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: PSYC 340 Senior StatusProgram: PsychologySemester Offered: Spring

PSYC 480: Psychology InternshipThis course is designed to provide the student with theopportunity for training in practical work situations andareas of interest dealing in the area of psychology. Thereare 45 clock hours required for each credit hour. Admissionis limited to students who have completed at least 24 hoursin psychology. The Psychology Internship must be studentdriven, but will require departmental approval on a case bycase basis. Pass/fail course.

Credits: 1 - 6Prerequisites: Senior status, cumulative GPA 3.0, andapproval of department director.Program: Psychology

PSYC 498: Individual Study TopicsA study in an area of student interest under the direction ofa staff member. This study may involve research, laboratoryor library work. Content and method of study must bearranged prior to registration. May be repeated for a totalof 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval of the department directorProgram: Psychology

PSYC 499: Directed Group StudyA study in an area of student interest under the direction ofa staff member. This study may involve research,laboratory, or library work. Content and method of studymust be arranged prior to registration. May be repeated fora total of 3 credits.

Credits: 1 - 3Prerequisites: Approval of department chairProgram: Psychology









Religion

B.A. Religion

The Religion Department provides a Christ-centered andBible-based religious education that is in line with theglobal mission and message of the Seventh-day AdventistChurch. Emphasis is placed in such areas as biblicalunderstanding, personal application, and service to thechurch. Classes in this major are typically small, whichprovides ample time for interaction between professor andstudent. The program also offers the opportunity to addother areas (minors) that best fit the academic andprofessional goals of the student.

Our students often double-major in a related field and theycan pursue graduate work and employment in various fieldof studies. Many of our graduates are accepted into theSeminary or enter other graduate programs like chaplaincy,counseling, or teaching. Some are hired as Bible teachers invarious Adventist educational institutions or dorm deans inAdventist academies. They also become qualified to workas missionaries, colporteur directors, or religion editors inpublishing companies.

Religion Degrees

Faculty/StaffJoaquim Azevedo, Chair; Michael Campbell, Jorge Rico,Buster Swoopes, Jr

Adjunct: Russ Laughlin, Theodore Stewart

Aims of the DepartmentReligious Education at Southwestern Adventist Universityfacilitates the understanding, appreciation, and applicationof:

• the Bible• a Christian worldview• Seventh-day Adventism

Specifically, our theological training emphasizes a Christ-centered and Bible-based education on campus, in theclassroom, and in the community, balancing theory andpractice and harmonizing the dynamics of the local churchand global mission within a specifically Seventh-dayAdventist context. We integrate a multifaceted matrix ofInspiration -Implication Implementation - Involvement.

The department welcomes persons who sense a call to full-time ministry, and who are moved to offer their lives in thisavenue to God and humanity. The faculty assists applicantswho wish to evaluate and deepen their experience as wellas to explore the expanding opportunities for service. Thedepartment will not recommend to the ministry anystudent who has not completed the course of study asoutlined or who has a GPA that is less than 2.5, which is theminimum requirement for entrance to the SDA TheologicalSeminary. It is the student's personal responsibility to plana course of study that includes all requirements for degreesought.

Completion of the major in Theology meets the guidelinesstipulated by the Adventist Church and the minimalrequirements for admission to the Seminary and entranceinto the ministry.

Program: Religion

Type: B.A.



RELT 207 Research in Religion 1

RELB 211 Life and Teachings of Jesus 3

RELP 220 Christian Witnessing 3


3

RELB 313 Prophetic Studies 3

RELH 331 History of Christianity I 3

RELH 332 History of Christianity II 3

RELB 410 or RELB 411 3

RELB Electives 9



B.A. Theology

This program is designed to prepare pastors who are ableto integrate theological knowledge with pastoral training forexcellence in ministry. Emphasis is placed on such areas asbiblical understanding and personal application, churchleadership and administration, evangelism, and pastoralservice to the church.

The program in pastoral ministry is focused on facilitatingthe development of the student as a:


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• Growing Christian• Church Leader/Administrator• Pastor-Teacher and Equipper• Pastor-Servant• Soul Winner

This program follows a special two-stage compositesequence, each stage approximately two years in length.During the first stage (freshman and sophomore years),attention is concentrated on fulfilling the requirements ofthe core curriculum of the University, together withintroductory Religion classes. In this first stage, freshmanand sophomore students will be invited to participate in achurch service, starting in the spring of their freshman year.A ministry in a local church will be assigned to the student.The expected participation is of 02-03 Sabbaths per monthin a respective ministry, depending on their agreement withthe local pastor.

During the sophomore year, students begin the study ofNew Testament Greek, and apply for acceptance into thePastoral Ministry Certification Program. Benefits ofmembership in the program include eligibility for higherdepartmental scholarships, an official departmentalcertificate and participation in the pastoral internshipprogram, and increased likelihood of future employment bya conference. It also grants preferred opportunities forsummer ministry opportunities.

The second stage (junior and senior years) provides forcompletion of requirements for the bachelor of artsdegree, including specific professional studies. It is also theperiod when the student becomes more involved inpractical aspects of ministerial training.

One goal of the Religion Department is to prepare studentsto commence service as pastors. Conference presidentsseek graduates from Southwestern Adventist Universitywho will be able to function as pastor-evangelistsimmediately upon graduation. For this reason, it is requiredthat theology students complete Field Evangelism (RELP425), preferably during the summer prior to taking PastoralMinistry (RELP 423, 424). The Field Evangelism course (RELP

425) includes participation in a major evangelistic crusadeunder the mentorship of a seasoned evangelist. This is tobe followed by a personal evangelistic effort in a churchwithin the conference where the major crusade was held.Those who have completed both of these programs beforegraduation are likely to be considered for conferenceemployment ahead of others. The course Field Evangelism(RELP 425) is an integral part of the theology degree.Theology graduates will subsequently seek employment asPastors in local conferences, pursue careers in chaplaincy,or proceed to the Seminary for in-depth training after fieldexperience (e.g., Associate Pastor with a conference).

Theology students are encouraged to become involved inwitnessing and in other spiritual activities throughout theirtime in college. However, the last two years are particularlyfocused on ministry as they are required to participate inthe Pastoral Internship Program. Those who are acceptedin the Pastoral Ministry Certification Program will beassigned to churches mainly within the Dallas-Fort Wortharea to gain practical pastoral experience. During this time,students will need to make transportation arrangements toensure complete participation. This program is coordinatedby the Southwestern Adventist University ReligionDepartment in conjunction with the Texas Conference andthe Southwest Region Conference.

Another goal of the department is to prepare students tobe efficient church administrators and strong supporters/promoters of Adventist Christian Education in theirrespective congregations. For this reason, they are stronglyencouraged to consider taking some of the courses listedas Recommended Cognates in order to be better equippedto minister in these two areas of church life.

Ministerial Profile and Progression

A call to pastoral ministry or any related form of ministry isvery personal. The faculty of the Religion Departmentrecognizes that students who come to the department willeither have a sense of divine calling or will be currentlywrestling with this issue. The choice of ministry implies ahigh level of spiritual commitment and an exemplary lifestyle.

Continuation in the theology program is at all timescontingent on the student maintaining satisfactoryacademic progress, exemplary social and culturaldevelopment, and dedication to the principles of theChristian faith and practice as taught by the Seventh-dayAdventist Church. Graduates will demonstrate proficiencyin the areas of biblical studies, theological studies, historicalstudies, and practical studies prior to graduation via aSenior Theology Major Exit Exam (administered by thedepartment chair at the end of a student's final semester).

In fulfillment of the requirements for the classes RELP 423& 424 Pastoral Ministry I, II, senior theology studentsprepare a paper describing their personal call andphilosophy of ministry. Each paper is reviewed by themembers of the Religion faculty and followed by a personalexit interview with the Religion faculty. The compositeresults of this paper and interview constitute the basis fordepartmental recommendation for both ministerial workand the Theological Seminary. Subsequently, arrangementsare made for senior theology majors to be interviewed byconference presidents.

A Biblical Languages Minor is required to complete theTheology Program and for Seminary entrance.

Program: Religion



Type: B.A.



RELT 207 Research in Religion 1




3


RELH 320 Ellen White Writings 3

RELP 323 Homiletics I 3

RELP 324 Homiletics II 3

RELH 332 History of Christianity II 3

RELT 405 Biblical Theology 3

RELB 410 or RELB 411 3

RELP 423 Pastoral Ministry l 3

RELP 424 Pastoral Ministry II 3

RELP 425 Field Evangelism 3

RELP 427 Hospital Ministry 1

RELB Electives 9


Required cognatesItem # Title Credits

COMM 111 Speech 3

HIST 331 History of Christianity I 3


Sub-Total Credits 9



BUAD 120 Personal Finance 3



HIST 364 Ancient Cultures 3



Certificate In Church Ministry (Through DistanceEducation)

Admission

Time Limitations

The Southwestern Adventist University Distance EducationProgram and the Department of Religion offers a Certificatein Church Ministry to prepare better lay leaders for theSeventh-day Adventist Church. It is a unique churchministry program which combines basic theologicaleducation with church history and applied ministerialmethods and practices. The curriculum of the certificateconsists of courses totaling 15 semester hours of collegecredit. These credits may be transferred to any otheraccredited college or university and may be applied towarda degree at Southwestern Adventist University. Thecurriculum is also designed to help church lay leadersincrease their knowledge and skills and be better equippedto work in various positions of lay leadership.

The Certificate in Church Ministry does not preparecandidates for full-time employment in pastoral ministrynor does it constitute an alternative theology degree.Anyone choosing full-time ministry as a goal for life mustenroll in a four-year BA Theology program. Although theprogram will be entirely offered on-line, a number ofcourses can also be taken as traditional classes on thecampus of Southwestern Adventist University in the currentsemester format. The courses in the certificate program areoffered in either English or Spanish. The Spanish version,however, is only available on-line.

The Certificate in Church Ministry is open to persons age 25or older who have served in positions of lay leadership andare officially endorsed by their local congregations orconferences. Applicants must have a high school diplomaor its equivalent. Previous college work is not required, butrecommended. Applicants must:


2. Send a non-refundable $25 application fee3. Submit three letters of recommendation from a local

church pastor, a local church elder, and a third localchurch leader which officially endorse the applicant

4. Write a letter of intent stating why the applicant wouldlike to take the college-level certificate in churchministry

5. Send a current professional resume

Candidates for this certificate must complete allrequirements within a five-year period.




Academic Support Services

Student Support Services


Each course will cost $400 per course. The Certificate inChurch Ministry is an accredited program. Local churchesand conferences may provide students with scholarshipsfor this certificate. There are no scholarships available fromthe University. All charges must be covered at the time ofregistration.

Students taking the certificate program will have access toimportant academic support services including library andlearning resources, information on distance educationtechnology, and the writing center.

The Distance Education office will provide certificatestudents with a full range of student services appropriateto support the program, including admissions, academicadvising, registration, course materials, certificate audits,and graduation assistance.

Program: Religion






3

RELP 285 Church Ministry (DistanceEducation Program)

3



Minor in Biblical Languages

Program: Religion

Type: Minor

Required Courses


RELL 240 New Testament Greek I 5

RELL 241 New Testament Greek II 4

RELL 340 Intermediate NewTestament Greek

3

RELL 343 Biblical Hebrew I 3

RELL 344 Biblical Hebrew II 3

RELH 314 Origin & Development ofthe Bible

3



A Biblical Languages Minor is required to complete theTheology Program and for Seminary entrance.

Minor in Religion

Program: Religion

Type: Minor




Religion Minor Electives 6


Select any two classes from the followingItem # Title Credits


RELB 315 Old Testament I 3

RELB 316 Old Testament II 3

RELB 339 New Testament I 3

RELB 340 New Testament II 3

Sub-Total Credits 6






SWORD (Soul-Winning Outreach Discipleship) A BibleWorker Certification Program

Leadership

Description


Buster Swoopes, Jr., Program Supervisor - SouthwesternAdventist University

Tony Correa, Field Coordinator

A Bible Worker Certification Program that combinescollege-based classwork with practical training in literatureevangelism, outreach, public evangelism, discipleship, andchurch planning.

Certificates will be awarded to students who complete allcourse requirements and maintain a minimum 2.0 gradepoint average. Candidates must submit a CertificateCompletion contract to the Records Office. A $25certificate fee is required at the time the certificate iscompleted.

Program: Religion

Certificate Course Requirements


Admission


Option A - for academic credit: regular Southwestern'sTuition rates apply ($10,452; regular financial aid available ifin a Southwestern degree program.)

Option B - non-degree seeking, for academic course credit($10,452; no financial aid available)

Option C - not-for-credit; $4,995 program fee

Applicants must:

1) Complete an application for admission into the SWORDprogram

2) Submit three letters of recommendation from apastor, church member and non-family

3) Write a two-page essay to Buster Swoopes, Jr., with thefollowing four elements: a) your conversion story, b) currentinvolvement in ministry, c) goals in relation to thisprogram and d) your post-completion plans for ministry.

4) Contact Tony Correa to arrange outreach activity (labs).

Apply at www.swau.edu - Deadline for Fall Semester: March1 Deadline for Spring Semester November 1





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RELB 211: Life and Teachings of JesusA study of the life and teachings of Jesus as outlined in theGospels, including historical background, His principles,methods, and instructions in light of their application tomodern life.

Credits: 3Program: ReligionSemester Offered: Fall Spring

RELB 313: Prophetic StudiesAn introduction to and survey of the books of Daniel andRevelation. Special emphasis is given to the application oftheir prophecies to the modern Christian life.

Credits: 3Program: ReligionSemester Offered: Spring

RELB 315: Old Testament IAn introduction to the history, literature, and thought of theOld Testament. Study is given to the contemporaryobjectives of each book and application to life in moderntimes. Fall topics: Pentateuch and The Writings.

Credits: 3Program: ReligionSemester Offered: Fall

RELB 316: Old Testament IIAn introduction to the history, literature, and thought of theOld Testament. Study is given to the contemporaryobjectives of each book and application to life in moderntimes. Spring topics: Prophets and Historical Books.




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RELB 339: New Testament IThe world and literature of the New Testament, includingtheme and purpose of each book and applications toChristian life. Fall: Gospels-Acts.


RELB 340: New Testament IIThe world and literature of the New Testament, includingtheme and purpose of each book and applications toChristian life. Spring: Romans-Revelation.


RELB 410: Biblical Studies Seminar IA seminar on a biblical topic, book, or body of literaturedesigned to encourage careful, responsible investigationand interpretation. May be repeated for credit. Fallsemester: OT topic/text.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: RELB 315 RELB 316 RELB 339 or 340Program: ReligionSemester Offered: Fall

RELB 411: Biblical Studies Seminar IIA seminar on a biblical topic, book, or body of literaturedesigned to encourage careful, responsible investigationand interpretation. May be repeated for credit. Springsemester: NT topic/text.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: RELL 240Program: ReligionSemester Offered: Spring

RELH 230: History of the Seventh-day AdventistChurchA historical study of the Adventist awakening of the 19thcentury and the subsequent rise, growth, and worldwideexpansion of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Specialattention is given to the role of Ellen G. White in thegrowing church.


RELH 233: Biblical ArchaeologyA study of the history of archaeology, recent achievements,and archaeological method.


RELH 314: Origin & Development of the BibleA study of the history and development of the writtenmaterial and canon of Scripture, covering the OldTestament, intertestamental literature, and the NewTestament. It also reviews the development of the EnglishBible and evaluates different translations.


RELH 320: Ellen White WritingsA course designed to give experience and guidelines in thestudy of the writings of Ellen G. White. The four major fociof the course are the historical context of the life of EllenWhite, the development of her major literary works, thethemes that tie her writings together across time, andprinciples for sound interpretation and current applicationof her writings.


RELH 331: History of Christianity IA study of the rise and impact of Christianity in the Romanworld and western culture. Attention is given to theologicaland social movements, the influence of Islam, the crusades,expansionism, and religious adaptation to modern life.(Also taught as HIST 331)


RELH 332: History of Christianity IIA study of the rise and development from the Reformationthrough the growth of American religion. (Also taught asHIST 332)


RELL 240: New Testament Greek IAn introductory study of the elements of New TestamentGreek. Emphasis on the fundamentals of grammar andvocabulary. Translation from selected NT passages.





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RELL 241: New Testament Greek IIAn introductory study of the elements of New TestamentGreek. Emphasis on the fundamentals of grammar andvocabulary. Translation from selected NT passages.


RELL 340: Intermediate New Testament GreekContinued reading in the Greek New Testament withemphasis on grammar and syntax, with interpretivetranslation of selected portions of the New Testament.Includes preparation for the Seminary Greek exam.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: RELL 241Program: ReligionSemester Offered: Summer

RELL 343: Biblical Hebrew IAn introductory course in the elements of Biblical Hebrewwith emphasis on basic grammar and a working vocabulary.The second semester will include grammar review, but willfocus on translation from selected Old Testamentpassages. Includes preparation for the Seminary Hebrewexam.


RELL 344: Biblical Hebrew IIAn introductory course in the elements of Biblical Hebrewwith emphasis on basic grammar and a working vocabulary.The second semester will include grammar review, but willfocus on translation from selected Old Testamentpassages. Includes preparation for the Seminary Hebrewexam.


RELP 210: Introduction to MissionsRequired for all student missionaries prior to serviceabroad. An introduction to issues and ideas in missions.Examines cultures and religions from the perspective of thenational and the student missionary.


RELP 220: Christian WitnessingA study of the biblical principles of the art and technique ofpersonal evangelism. The student is taught to use theScriptures effectively, to prepare and give specific Biblestudies, to meet objections, and to gain decisions for Christ.


RELP 271: Ministries InternshipThis course allows the student to earn credit throughprofessionally directed mission, evangelistic, colporteur oryouth camp programs. Arrangements must be made withthe instructor prior to starting the internship andsupervision will take place at the location of the internship.Credit earned will be elective only and will not apply to thegeneral education religion requirement or toward a majoror minor. Grading is on a pass/fail basis. May be repeatedfor a total of 3 hours.

Credits: 1 - 3Program: Religion

RELP 285: Church Ministry (Distance EducationProgram)This course will introduce the student to various aspects ofchurch ministry and church life. Students will be instructedin such areas as biblical ecclesiology; church organizationand governance; distribution of funds; and the purposeand development of spiritual as well as social activities. Thisclass is offered on-line and does not apply toward therequirements of a Theology major or Religion minor.

Credits: 3Program: Religion

RELP 323: Homiletics IA study of the basic concepts of biblical preaching andsermon preparation, including persuasion, humanresponses, the art of illustration and effective structure.The second semester features actual practice inpreparation and delivery in various church settings.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: COMM 111Program: ReligionSemester Offered: Fall

RELP 324: Homiletics IIA study of the basic concepts of biblical preaching andsermon preparation, including persuasion, humanresponses, the art of illustration and effective structure.The second semester features actual practice inpreparation and delivery in various church settings.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: RELP 323Program: ReligionSemester Offered: Spring















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RELP 420: Pastoral PracticumSupervised field work in area churches as coordinated bythe department. Designed to give practical experience in awide variety of pastoral situations. May be repeated oncefor credit upon approval of the religion faculty.

Credits: 1Prerequisites: RELP 323, 324 completed or takenconcurrentlyProgram: ReligionSemester Offered: Fall Spring

RELP 423: Pastoral Ministry lThis class is designed for senior ministerial students. Itcovers applied studies in church ministry, like pastoralleadership, care, visitation, counseling, and churchadministration with special attention to organization andfinances. The course will be enriched by visits of specialists.This course also requires students to take the Seminary'sChurch Policy exam a pre-requisite for admission in theM.Div. program. Its successful completion is valid for twoyears.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: PSYC 212 RELP 425Program: ReligionSemester Offered: Fall

RELP 424: Pastoral Ministry IIThis class is designed for senior ministerial students. Itcovers applied studies in church ministry, like pastoralleadership, care, visitation, counseling, and churchadministration with special attention to organization andfinances. The course will be enriched by visits of specialists.This course also requires students to take the Seminary'sChurch Policy exam a pre-requisite for admission in theM.Div. program. Its successful completion is valid for twoyears.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: PSYC 212 RELP 425Program: ReligionSemester Offered: Spring

RELP 425: Field EvangelismThis course provides classroom instruction and practicalinvolvement in a main evangelistic crusade led by asuccessful professional evangelist. The evangelist'smeetings are followed by the students' own two-weekseries in churches selected by the hosting Conference. Allfacets of the course are taught in the city where the seriesis conducted. Taught on an arranged basis.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: RELP 220Program: ReligionSemester Offered: Summer

RELP 427: Hospital MinistryThis course provides opportunity for students to developprofessional ministry skills in the particular field ofinstitutional health care. Concentration of communication,assessment, collaboration with health care professionals,and exploration of personal and professional identity isparticularly emphasized.

Credits: 1Prerequisites: Admission to junior or senior-level standing.Program: ReligionSemester Offered: Spring

RELT 101: Christian BeliefsA study of the basic concepts of Christian faith and practicewith emphasis on fundamental doctrines held by Seventh-day Adventists.


RELT 201: Bible Study MethodsThis course will teach students various strategies instudying and teaching the Bible. Students will learndifferent study methods like the thematic, biographical, andword study as well as creating learning environments anddeveloping lessons using a model of teaching repertoire.This class is required for Seventh-day AdventistDenominational Certification and includes Encountertraining for NAD teachers seeking re-certificationrequirements.


RELT 207: Research in ReligionAn introduction to the research methods, documentationstyles, and writing skills used in religious studies. Studentswill engage in critical thinking by utilizing and evaluatingprimary and secondary sources (including journals, indexes,and databases) to produce a book review, a researchpaper, and a professional presentation that involves publiccommunication of the research process, evaluation ofdiscipline-specific trends and resources, and theresponsible and effective use of technology. Within thiscourse, religion/theology majors begin the process ofsenior portfolio development.

Credits: 1Prerequisites: CSIS 102 ENGL 121Program: ReligionSemester Offered: Fall

















RELT 212: Christian EthicsAn introduction to the theory and practice of Christianmorality; its biblical origins, norms, and sources ofauthority, including Christian approaches to basic issuessuch as decision-making, church-world relations, abortion,reproduction technology, euthanasia, marriage and divorce,and methods of social change.


RELT 360: Philosophy and the Christian WorldviewAn introduction to philosophy from a biblical perspectiveand toward the formation of a Christian worldview. Thiscourse addresses the major questions of life such as: Whatis real? What is true? Who is God? Who am I? Why evil?Philosophical answers to these questions will be criticallyengaged from the standpoint of a distinctively biblicalworldview. Attention is given to analytical tools forevaluating the truth of ideas and understanding the natureof existence and reality within the context of mature faith.


RELT 405: Biblical TheologyThis course consists of the study of several selected topicsapproached from a biblical perspective, which may includetopics such as biblical inspiration and interpretation, thedoctrine of God, the doctrine of Christ, the doctrine ofSalvation, the doctrine of the Church, eschatology, and thedoctrine of the sanctuary. These studies focus upon thecontributions of several biblical writers to each doctrinalissue. Some attention is also given to the way in whichselected writers have handled the teological issues andbiblical material.

Credits: 3Prerequisites: RELT 101 And at least one of the following:RELB 315, 316, 339, 340Program: ReligionSemester Offered: Fall

RELT 419: Philosophy of ScienceA study of the philosophies and methodologies of science.Includes a review of the history of scientific and religiousthought and the role each has played in the developmentof modern theories of origin. (Also taught as BIOL 419 orGEOL 419.)


RLGN 298: Individual Study TopicsA study in an area of interest under the direction of a staffmember. This study may involve research, laboratory orlibrary work. May be repeated for a total of 2 credits.

Credits: 1 - 2Prerequisites: Approval of department chair.Program: Religion

RLGN 299: Directed Group StudyIntensive study of a single approved topic in the field ofreligion. The course takes the form of a seminar,preparation of a research report, or other guided study asarranged with the department. Content and method ofstudy must be arranged prior to registration. May berepeated for a total of 2 credits.


RLGN 498: Individual Study TopicsA study in an area of interest under the direction of a staffmember. This study may involve research, laboratory orlibrary work. May be repeated for a total of 2 credits.


RLGN 499: Directed Group StudyIntensive study of a single approved topic in the field ofreligion. The course takes the form of a seminar,preparation of a research report, or other guided study asarranged with the department. Content and method ofstudy must be arranged prior to registration. May berepeated for a total of 2 credits.





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TrusteesLarry Moore, Chairman, Burleson, TXBuford Griffith, Vice Chairman, Burleson, TXKen Shaw, Secretary, Keene, TXTimothy Bainum, Glenwood, ARJeff Bromme, Longwood, FLCarol Campbell, Burleson, TXLee-Roy Chacon, Corrales, NMCarlos Craig, Alvarado, TXBarbara Incardona Damron, Santa Fe, NMRichard Dye, Shreveport, LAKen Finch, Fort Worth, TXEdmund Fry II, Tyler, TXTodd Goodman, Altamonte Springs, FLSue Hayes, Arlington, TXDonald Jernigan, Longwood, FLKuk-Wha Lee, Winter Park, FL

Charles Mitchell, Killeen, TXSheree Parris Nudd, Gaithersburg, MDJohn Page, Burleson, TXJung-Wook Park, Edmond, OKRuben D. Pechero, McAllen, TXWayne Powell, Alvarado, TXArthur Rice, Dallas, TXRenee Sensabaugh, Albuquerque, NMJames Shires, Oklahoma City, OKNerv Thomas, Spring, TXMax A. Trevino*, Burleson, TXCalvin Watkins, Dallas, TXWayne Williams, Canadian, TXDan Zacharias, Cleburne, TX

*Emeritus Member


Administration

Officers of Administration

Administrative Services

Campus Services

Kenneth Shaw, Ed.D., President

Amy Rosenthal, Ph.D., Vice President for AcademicAdministration, Accreditation Liaison, Graduate Dean

Joel Wallace, C.P.A., Vice President for FinancialAdministration

• Enga Almeida, B.S., Vice President for Enrollment• Keith Beucler, M.S., Network Administrator/Director of

Security• Tina Bottsford, B.S., Director for Enrollment• Kip Bowser, B.S., Director of Client Services• Tami Condon, M.A., Vice President for Advancement• Rahneeka Hazelton, M.A., Director of Admissions• Alison Hill, M.A., Assistant Director, Records• Connie Jenkins, A.S., Assistant to the Registrar• Jason Kowarsch, M.A., Registrar, Director of Records• Russ Laughlin, M.Div., Vice President for Spiritual

Development• Charles Lewis, B.A., Director of Information

Technology Services• Karina Lima, B.S., Cashier• Luisa Manu, B.A., Financial Aid Counselor• Eder Marski, M.B.A., Systems Administrator• David Mendoza, B.S., Senior Software Engineer• Manuel Molina, B.A., Student Account Advisor• Kisha Norris, M.Ed., Senior Director for Development

• Renata Ocampo, M.A., Director, Center for AcademicSuccess and Advising

• Jerry Potter, M.B.A., Assistant Student AccountsDirector

• Genelle Rogers, B.B.A., Human Resources Director• Marcel Sargeant, Ph.D., Assistant Vice President for

Academic Administration, Institutional Research andDistance Education

• Vonda Seals, B.A., Alumni Director• James The, M.Ed., Vice President for Student Services• Cristina Thomsen, M.A., M.S., Librarian• Duane Valencia, M.B.A., Assistant Vice President for

Student Financial Services• Greg Wicklund, C.P.A., Assistant Vice President for

Financial Administration• Edna Yanez-Perez, M.B.A., Accountant• Tony Zbaraschuk, M.A., M.L.S., Assistant Librarian• Josafat Zemleduch, B.A., Associate Financial Aid

Director

• Dale Hainey, Director for Physical Plant• Juan Carlos Enriquez, B.S., Director for Custodial

Services/transportation• William Iverson, B.S., Dean of Men• Lillianne Lopez, M.S., School Counselor/Disability

Services Director• Rafael Romo, Supervisor, Grounds• Sualua Tupolo, Executive Chef/Director for Food

Service• Janelle Williams, M.Ed., Dean of Women• Marcela Wall, M.S.A., Director, Bookstore


Faculty

President Emeritus

Emeriti Faculty

Teaching Faculty

Eric D. Anderson, Ph.D.B.A., Andrews University, 1970; M.A., University of Chicago,1972; Ph.D., University of Chicago, 1978

Clinton J. Anderson, M.A.LibrarianLibrarian B.A., Andrews University, 1963; M.A.T., AndrewsUniversity, 1976

John W. Boyd, D.A.MusicMusic B.A., Walla Walla College, 1969; M. M., Lewis & ClarkCollege, 1974; D.A., University of Northern Colorado, 1998

Watson L. Chin, Ph.D.MathematicsB.A., Andrews University, 1963; M.A., Ohio State University,1966; Ph.D., Illinois Institute of Technology, 1973

R. Edwin Connell, M.A.Computer ScienceB.A., Union College, 1964; M.A., Andrews University, 1972

Robert Cooper, M.S.LibrarianB.S., Union College, 1952; M.S., University of SouthernCalifornia, 1966

Laurice Durrant, Ed.D.NursingB.S.N., Union College, 1951; M.S., Stanford University, 1965;Ed.D., Stanford University, 1971

Bonnie Gnadt, Ph.D.NursingB.S., Union College, 1964; M.S.N., Washington University,1969; Ph.D., University of North Texas, 2004

Barbara Harsany, M.S.PE/WellnessB.S., Walla Walla College, 1959; M.S., University of SouthernCalifornia, 1962

Karl Konrad, Ph.D.ChemistryB.A., Andrews University, 1963; M.S., Illinois Institute ofTechnology, 1966; Ph.D., Illinois Institute of Technology,1969

Richard L. McCluskey, Ph.D.BiologyB.A., Andrews University, 1961; M.A., Walla Walla College,1966; Ph.D., University of North Texas, 1972

Robert R. Mendenhall, Ph.D.CommunicationB.S., Pacific Union College, 1967; M.A., Texas ChristianUniversity, 1977; Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin, 1994

Marie Redwine, Ph.D.Academic Vice PresidentB.S., Union College; 1958; M.S., Northern Illinois University,1971; Ph.D., Texas Woman's University, 1980

Carol Sample, Ph.D.EnglishB.A., Union College, 1947; M.A., East Tennessee StateUniversity, 1962; Ph.D., Texas Christian University, 1975.Additional graduate study at University of Maryland

Erwin Sicher, Ph.D.Education and Social SciencesB.A., Atlantic Union College, 1958; M.A., Pacific UnionCollege, 1959; Ph.D., University of Southern California,1970; Ph.D., Texas Woman's Universit.

Catherine K. Turner, Ph.D.NursingB.S., Columbia Union College, 1963; M.S.N., University ofTennessee, 1980; Ph.D., Andrews University, 1995

Arthur L. White, M.B.A.Business AdministrationB.S., Walla Walla College, 1956; M.B.A., University ofWashington, 1957. Additional graduate study at Universityof Washington

Lloyd A. Willis, Ph.D.ReligionB.A., Pacific Union College, Avondale Campus, 1961; M.A.,Andrews University, 1970; Ph.D., Andrews University, 1982

Andrew Woolley III, Ph.D.EnglishB.A., Southern Missionary College, 1973; M.A., AndrewsUniversity, 1974; Ph.D., University of Tennessee, 1978

Michael, Agee, M.A.Associate Professor of Communication, 2010B.S., Southwestern Adventist College, 1981; M.A., Universityof Texas at Arlington, 2014

R. Mark Aldridge, Ph.D.Professor of Psychology, 2002B.S., Southwestern Adventist University, 1992; M.A.,Andrews University, 1995; Ph.D., Andrews University, 2005

Jean Alway, M.S.N.Associate Professor of Nursing, 1995B.S., Loma Linda University, 1975; M.S.N., University of NewMexico, 1992

Joaquim Azevedo, Ph.D.Associate Professor of Religion, 2014B.A., SDA Theological Seminary, Brazil, 1988; M.A., AndrewsUniversity, 1994; Ph.D., Andrews University, 1999

Marcia Azevedo, M.S.N.Assistant Professor of Nursing, 2017B.S.N., Adventist College of Nursing, Brazil, 1989; M.S.N.,Andrews University, 1994


Donna Berkner, Ed.D.Professor of Education, 2012B.S., Southwestern Adventist University, 1992; M.Ed.,Tarleton State University, 1996; Ed.D., University of Phoenix,2012

Elizabeth Bowser, M.A.Assistant Professor of History, 2006B.A., Pacific Union College, 1994; M.A., University ofCalifornia at Riverside, 2000

Thomas G. Bunch, Ed.D.Professor of PE/Wellness, 1977B.S., Pacific Union College, 1966; M.A., California State,1968; Ed.D., Brigham Young University, 1977

Michael W. Campbell, Ph.D.Associate Professor of Religion, 2018B.A., Southern Adventist University, 2001; M.A., AndrewsUniversity, 2003; Ph.D., Andrews University, 2008

Arthur V. Chadwick, Ph.D.Professor of Biology and Geology, 1984B.A., La Sierra College, 1965; Ph.D., University of Miami,1969. Additional graduate study at the University ofCalifornia

Kristin Denslow, Ph.D.Assistant Professor of English, 2016B.A., Andrews University, 2006; M.A., Western MichiganUniversity, 2009; Ph.D., University of Florida, 2014

Jayne Doneskey, M.A.Assistant Professor of English, 2013B.S., La Sierra University, 1981; M.A., La Sierra University,1989

Renard K. Doneskey, Ph.D.Professor of English, 1999B.A., Southwestern Adventist College, 1981; M.A., AndrewsUniversity, 1983; Ph.D., University of California, 1987

Jonathan Duarte, Ph.D.Associate Professor of Mathematics, 2014B.S., Cagayan de Oro College, Philippines, 1999; M.S., IllinoisState University, 2003; Ph.D., Illinois State University, 2010

Michael G. England, Ed.D.Professor of Education, 1996B.S., Andrews University, 1977; M.A., Western CarolinaUniversity, 1980; M.Ed., Walla Walla College, 1986; Ed.D.,Andrews University, 1997

Miguel Espinosa, M.Ed.Assistant Professor of Computer Science, 2006B.S., Montemorelos University, Mexico, 1991, M.Ed.,Southwestern Adventist University, 2003

Fay Foreman, M.S.N.Assistant Professor of Nursing, 2016B.S.N, Southwestern Adventist University,1997; M.S.N.,University of Phoenix, 2003

Lakicia Foster, M.P.H.Assistant Professor of Nursing, 2017B.S., Oakwood University, 2007; B.S.N., Johns HopkinsSchool of Nursing, 2013; M.P.H., Nova SouthwesternUniversity, 2011

Lynette Frantzen, Ph.D.Assistant Professor of Psychology, 2015B.A., Walla Walla University, 1997; M.A., Western NewMexico University; Ph.D., Capella University, 2012

Lindsey Gendke, M.A.Instructor of English, 2018B.A., Southwestern Adventist University, 2008; M.A.,University of Texas at Arlington, 2012

Terri Gibson, D.N.P.Associate Professor of Nursing, 2015B.S., Angelo State University, 2005; M.S., University of NewMexico, 2008; D.N.P., Loma Linda University, 2016

Devon Howard, D.M.A.Assistant Professor of Music, 2016B.S., Southern Adventist University, 2003; D.M.A., ArizonaState University, 2012

Chad Hutchinson, M.S.Ed.Assistant Professor of Kinesiology, 2005B.S., Southern Adventist University, 1998; M.S.Ed., SouthernAdventist University, 2004

R. Steven Jones, Ph.D.Professor of History, 1997B.A., Northern Oklahoma State University, 1988; M.A.,Oklahoma State University, 1990; Ph.D., Oklahoma StateUniversity, 1997

Kerrie Kimbrow, D.N.P.Associate Professor of Nursing, 2012B.S.N., Union College, 1988; M.S., Loma Linda University,1993; D.N.P., Southern Adventist University, 2017

Ryan Loga, Ph.D.Assistant Professor of Mathematics, 2016B.S., Southern Adventist University, 2010; M.S., University ofTennessee, 2014; Ph.D., University of Tennessee, 2016

Nicholas Madhiri, Ph.D.Associate Professor of Chemistry, 2011B.S., University of Zimbabwe, 1999; Ph.D., West VirginiaUniversity, 2006

Amy McHenry, Ph.D.Associate Professor of Biology, 2011B.S., Union College, 2004; Ph.D., Notre Dame, 2009

Peter McHenry, Ph.D.Associate Professor of Biology, 2011B.S., Union College, 2003; Ph.D., Notre Dame, 2009

Joyce Melius, Ed.D.Assistant Professor of Nursing, 2018


B.S.N., Southwestern Adventist College, 1983; M.S.N.,University of North Texas at Arlington, 1996; Ed.D.,University of Texas at Denton, 2012

Joshua Michalski, M.F.M.Assistant Professor of Business, 2016B.B.A., Southern Adventist University, 2009; M.F.M.,Southern Adventist University, 2010; M.S., Southern NewHampshire University, 2018

Judith Foll Miles, M.A.Associate Professor of Business/Computer Science,1979B.S., Andrews University, 1969; M.A., Loma Linda University,1978

Ronald Mitchell, Ph.D.Professor of Nursing, 2010B.S., Walla Walla College, 1972; M.S., California StateUniversity, 1976; Ph.D., The University of Utah, 1988

Aaron Moses, Ph.D.Professor of Business, 2011B.B.A., Northwood University, 2000; M.S., University ofTexas at Arlington, 2008; Ph.D. University of Texas atArlington, 2012

Vesa T. Naukkarinen, M.S.Associate Professor of Kinesiology, 2010B.S., Southwestern Adventist University, 1999; M.S.,University of North Texas, 2001

Ana Patterson, M.B.A.Assistant Professor of Business, 2012B.B.A., Southwestern Adventist University; 1995, M.B.A.,Southwestern Adventist University, 2012

Kyle Portbury, M.A.Associate Professor of Communication, 2015B.A./BTch., Avondale College, 2002; M.A., Univeristy of ArtsLondon, 2007

Alison Torres Ramos, Ph.D.Assistant Professor of English, 2017B.A., University of Puerto Rico at Aguadilla, 2009; M.A.,University of Puerto Rico at Mayaguez, 2012; Ph.D.,University of Texas at Arlington, 2017

Chanda Reins, M.B.A.Assistant Professor of Business, 2012B.B.A., Southwestern Adventist University, 2009; M.B.A.,Southwestern Adventist University, 2012

Jorge Rico, D.Min., Ph.D.Professor of Religion, 2006B.A., Columbia Union College, 1986; M.Div., AndrewsUniversity, 1989; D.Min., Andrews University, 1997; Ph.D.,Andrews University, 2006

Glendal P. Robinson, Ph.D.Professor of Communication, 1998B.A., Pacific Union College, 1975; M.A., California StateUniversity, 1988; Ph.D., University of North Texas, 2004

Amy Rebok Rosenthal, Ph.D.Associate Professor of History, 2012B.S., Pacific Union College, 1999; M.A., Indiana University,2001; Ph.D., Indiana University, 2010

Paulino Santos Andino, Ed.D.Associate Professor of Kinesiology, 2015B.A., American University of Puerto Rico, 2007; M.A.,Metropolitan University of Puerto Rico, 2009; Ed.D.,Northcentral University, 2017

Marcel Sargeant, Ph.D.Professor of Education, 2002B.S., University of Guyana, 1987; M.A., Andrews University,1995; Ph.D., Andrews University, 2003

Arthur Schwarz, Ph.D.Associate Professor of Biology, 2011B.S., Walla Walla College, 1978; M.S., Walla Walla College,1984; Ph.D. University of Saskatchewan, 1988

Rima Seaman, Ed.D.Associate Professor of Nursing, 2018B.S.N., Adventist University of the Philippines, 1992; M.S.N.,Loma Linda University, 2008; Ed.D., Adventist University ofthe Philippines, 2016

Gerald Springer, Ph.D.Professor of Math/Physical Sciences, 2007B.S., Oakwood College, 1993; M.S., University of Tennesseeat Knoxville, 1996; Ph.D., Kansas State University, 2001

Buster Swoopes, Jr., M.Div.Assistant Professor of Religion, 2018B.A., Southwestern Adventist University, M.Div., AndrewsUniversity, 2012

Cheryl The, Ph.D.Assistant Professor of Education, 2010B.S., Pacific Union College, 1983; M.A., Pacific Union College,1987; Texas Woman's University, 2018

Daryl D. Thomas, Ph.D.Professor of Computer Science, 1995B.S., Louisiana State University, 1976; Ph.D., Louisiana StateUniversity, 1994

Cristina Thomsen, M.S.Professor - Library, 2004B.A., Southwestern Adventist College, 1978; M.A., LomaLinda University, 1981; M.S., University of Texas at Austin,2004

Jonathan Wall, M.Mus.Assistant Professor of Music, 2009B.Mus., Andrews University, 2005; M.Mus., AndrewsUniversity, 2013

Jared Wood, Ph.D.Assistant Professor of Biology, 2015B.S., Southeastern Oklahoma State University, 2010; Ph.D.,University of Louisville, 2016


Adjunct Faculty

Business Administration

Communication

Education/Psychology

English as a Second Language/Modern Language

Music and Art

History, Social Science

Kinesiology

Math/Physical Sciences

Religion

Tony Zbaraschuk, M.L.S., M.A.Assistant Professor - Library, 2016B.A., Walla Walla College, 1989; M.L.S., Indiana University ofLibrary and Information Science, 1993; M.A., University ofNotre Dame, 1994

Scott Cain, J.D.Alex Falcon, M.B.A.Judy Miles, M.A.

Christopher Combest, M.L.A.David Pollock, M.A.Landi Whitehead, B.A.

Carol Campbell, Ph.D.Jeremy Carter, Psy.D.Ken Jones, Psy.D.Jimmy Kijai, Ph.D.

Junyu Zhang, M.S.

Dorla Aparicio, M.M.Joy Chadwick, B.F.A.Marcin Parys, M.A.Dan Totan, M.Mus.Marcela Wall, M.S.A.

Randall Butler, Ph.D.Karen Kaiser, Ph.D.Chloe Northrop, Ph.D.Monroe Solomon, III, J.D.Cristina Thomsen, M.A., M.S.

Wayne Baker, B.S.Brent Batla, M.S.Embedzayi Tsanzi, M.A.Kim Vanhoose, B.S.

George Parry, Ed.D.

Russ Laughlin, M.Div.Theodore Stewart, M.Div.


Academic Departments

Department of Biological Sciences

Department of Business Administration

Department of Communication

Department of Computer Science

Department of Education & Psychology

Department of English

Department of History & Social Sciences, includingModern Languages

Department of Kinesiology

Department of Mathematics & Physical Sciences

Department of Music

Department of Nursing

Department of Religion

First name listed is chair.

• Peter McHenry, Ph.D• Arthur Chadwick, Ph.D.• Amy McHenry, Ph.D.• Arthur Schwarz, Ph.D.• Jared Wood, Ph.D.

• Aaron Moses, Ph.D• Joshua Michalski, M.F.M.• Ana Patterson, M.B.A., M.S.• Chanda Reins, M.B.A.

• Michael Agee, M.A.• Kyle Portbury, M.A.• Glendal P. Robinson, Ph.D.

• Daryl D. Thomas, Ph.D.• Miguel Espinosa, M.Ed.• Judith Miles, M.A.

• Donna Berkner, Ed.D.• Mark Aldridge, Ph.D.• Michael England, Ed.D.• Lynette Frantzen, Ph.D.• Cheryl The, Ph.D.

• Renard Doneskey, Ph.D.• Kristin Denslow, Ph.D.• Jayne Doneskey, M.A.• Lindsey Gendke, M.A.• Alison Torres Ramos, Ph.D.

• R. Steven Jones, Ph.D.• Elizabeth Bowser, M.A.

• Paulino Santos, Ed.D.• Chad Hutchinson, M.S.Ed.• Vesa Naukkarinen, M.S.

• Gerald Springer, Ph.D.• Jonathan Duarte, Ph.D.• Ryan Loga, Ph.D.• Nicholas Madhiri, Ph.D.

• Devon Howard, D.M.A.• Rogerio Nunes, M.Mus.• Jonathan Wall, M.Mus.

• Kerrie Kimbrow, D.N.P.• Jean Alway, M.S.N.• Marcia Azevedo, M.S.N.• Fay Foreman, M.S.N.• Lakicia Foster, M.P.H.• Terri Gibson, D.N.P.• Ron Mitchell, Ph.D.• Joyce Melius, Ed.D.• Rima Seaman, Ed.D.

• Joaquim Azevedo, Ph.D.• Michael Campbell, Ph.D.• Jorge Rico, Ph.D.• Buster Swoopes, Jr. M.Div.


AddendumBulletin Addendum for Spring 2019




The senior living industry (e.g., assisted living, independentliving, and memory care) employs administrators who havereal-world experiences, but may lack specific formaleducation in business and in the senior living industry.Southwestern Adventist University's Senior LivingManagement Certificate meets the educational needs ofcurrent administrators of senior living facilities orprofessionals who are interested in transitioning into thesenior living industry. Students will gain a foundationalunderstanding of the key areas of business administrationas well as how to apply these principles in the successfuloperation of a senior living facility. Additionally, studentswill become knowledgeable on topics specifically related tothe industry such as federal and state regulations, seniorwellness and the long-term care continuum.

The program curriculum, offered entirely online, consists offour courses, totaling 12 semester hours of upper divisioncollege credit. The certificate does not constitute a collegedegree, though credits may be transferred to any otheraccredited college or university and may be applied towarda degree at Southwestern Adventist University. Eachcourse meets the Texas Licensing Standards for AssistedLiving Facilities 8-hour continuing education.

Applicants to the Senior Living Management Certificatemust have earned at least 60 college credit hours OR haveat least 3 years of experience within the senior livingindustry. Applicants must:


2. Pay a non-refundable application fee of $253. Provide proof of eligibility by one of the following

methods:◦ Submit official transcripts◦ If eligibility is based on work experience,

applicants must also submit a currentprofessional resume AND a signed letter fromcurrent or previous employer confirming workexperience




Tuition for non-degree seeking students is $400 per credithour (or $1,200 per course) plus a technology fee. Thereare currently no scholarships available from the universityfor non-degree seeking students. All charges must becovered at the time of registration for each course. Costsfor degree-seeking students will follow the normal tuitionrate and scholarships may be available.




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BIOL 341 — updated description

Fire Science Program — Not currently acceptingenrollments to this program


https://catalog.swau.edu/senior-living-management-certificate

https://catalog.swau.edu/biol-341



Documents

2018-19 Undergraduate Bulletin