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To Reach Out ... GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE CATALOG Published Annually by Golden Valley Lutheran College 6125 Olson Highway Minneapolis, Minnesota 55422 Phone (612) 542-1216 This catalog supersedes The Golden Valley Lutheran College Bulletin Winter, 1979-80 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 Tabl...
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To Reach Out ... GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE CATALOG Published Annually by Golden Valley Lutheran College 6125 Olson Highway Minneapolis, Minnesota 55422 Phone (612) 542-1216 This catalog supersedes The Golden Valley Lutheran College Bulletin Winter, 1979-80 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 Table of Contents College Calendar 4 President's Greeting 5 General Information 7 History, The Campus and Its Location, Philosophy and Objectives, Accreditation, Affiliations and Transfer of Credit, General Regulations. Student Personnel Services 11 New Student Orientation, Counseling Services, Health Services, Housing. Student Life 13 Student Self-Government, Religious Life, Athletics, Music, Drama. Admissions Information 17 Entrance Requirements, Application Procedure. Costs 19 Deposits, Charges by Quarter, Payment Plan. Financial Aid 23 Gift Aid, Deferred Payment Loans, Scholarships, Student Employment, Procedure for Applying for Financial Aid. Academic Program 29 General Academic Information, Registration, Graduation Requirements, Programs of Study. Course Descriptions 57 Divisions: Biblical and Theological Studies; Communications; Social Science; Mathematics and Science; Health, Physical Education and Recreation Leadership; Creative Arts; Vocational Studies. Directory 76 Board of Regents, Administration, Faculty. Index 80 4 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE Calendar 1980-81 Fall Quarter September 2-5 September 3 September 4 September 5 September 7 September 8 September 8 September 8 September 10 September 16 September 26 October 3 October 6-10 October 18 October 28-31 November 20-25 November 26-30 New student orientation Returning student registration Completion of returning student registration-Beginning of new student registration New student registration All College worship Classes begin Opening Convocation-9:50 a.m. President's Reception-6:00 p.m.-gymnasium Final day for payment of fall quarter fees without late fee Final day to add a class or change a class section Final day to withdraw from a course with a grade of W Final day to submit work for incomplete courses Midquarter examinations Homecoming Registration for winter quarter Final examinations Thanksgiving vacation Winter Quarter December December December December December December 1 3 10 14 19 19 January 5 January 9 January 12-16 January 20-22 February 3-6 February 24-27 February 28March 8 Winter quarter begins Final day for payment of winter quarter fees without late fee Final day to add a class or change a class section Festival of the Christ Child Final day to withdraw from a course with a grade of W Christmas vacation begins after the traditional observance at 11:30a.m. Classes resume Final day to submit work for incomplete courses Midquarter examinations Days of Prayer and Praise Registration for spring quarter Final Examinations Spring vacation Spring Quarter March 9 March 11 March 16 March 27 April 3 April 10-16 April 17-19 April 20 April 28 April 29-May 1 May 1 MaY 18-21 May 22 Spring quarter begins Final day for payment of spring quarter fees without late fee Final day to add a class or change a class section Final day to withdraw from a course with a grade of W Final day to submit work for incomplete courses M idquarter examinations Easter vacation Classes resume Honors Day Pre-registration for fall quarter Spring Banquet Final examinations Commencement PRESIDENT'S GREETING 5 President's Greeting Experiences during the first year after high school play a major role in one's development of a philosophy of life, which consequently determines how one lives his life and what he gets out of it. Golden Valley Lutheran College was established with the main purpose of providing an opportunity for the student to develop a philosophy of life founded on Christian convictions. We strive to provide this foundation for life by emphasizing a personalized education which includes the opportunity for the study of both liberal arts and the Scriptures, a curriculum which we feel will best help the student understand the world in which he will be living and working. We ask that those who come have an open mind, a grateful heart, and a desire to learn. Preparation for "making a living" is not sufficient for the Christian today. Golden Valley Lutheran College is also designed to provide an education which will serve as preparation for "making a life." Bernt C. Opsal, President GENERAL INFORMATION 7 General Information HISTORY Golden Valley Lutheran College is a two-year coeducational liberal arts college established in 1967 by The Lutheran Bible Institute of Minneapolis which had been engaged in adult Christian education since 1919. Beginning as a Bible school in 1919, The Lutheran Bible Institute moved from St. Paul to Minneapolis in 1929, and to Golden Valley, a suburb four miles west of downtown Minneapolis, in 1961. Through the years this educational institution has addressed itself to the needs of young people and has sought to meet those needs by establishing programs appropriate to the times. The College is inter-Lutheran and is not directly affiliated with any particular Lutheran synod. It cooperates with and seeks to serve all synods and society as a whole. The College admits qualified men and women from various geographic, cultural, economic, racial, and religious backgrounds. THE CAMPUS AND ITS LOCATION Golden Valley Lutheran College is located on a beautiful 30-acre campus in Golden Valley, a western suburb of Minneapolis which is the cultural, recreational, and sports center of the Upper Midwest. The academic life of the students is centered in a large split-level complex. Classrooms, library, faculty and administrative offices, a prayer chapel, the College auditorium-gymnasium, cafeteria and lounges are located in this building. · Four residence halls on campus, Alpha, Beta, Gamma, and Delta dormitories, house approximately 400 students. The facilities include fireplace lounges, laundry facilities, rooms for prayer and 8 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE meditation, and apartments for residence counselors. Adjacent to Gamma dormitory is the Commons, a student lounge and recreation area. A student center with a grill is located in Delta dormitory. PHILOSOPHY AND OBJECTIVES Golden Valley Lutheran College is a liberal arts institution with a program of studies in the areas of general education, Biblical literature, music, physical development, and semi-professional training. Its primary purpose is to provide two years of higher education for students interested in the arts and sciences, and also provide opportunity for a study of the sources oi the Christian faith. Through special activities the College provides the basis for personal growth and cultural enrichment, and encourages students to participate in community and church activities. In order to reach these goals, Golden Valley Lutheran College offers students a choice of one of the following curricula: 1. Completion of a two-year liberal arts education that functions according to the standards common to the academic enterprise and that prepares the student to transfer to a four-year college or university. 2. The completion of a two-year program provides the basis for semi-professional employment in the fields of parish work, missions, secretarial work, social service and recreational leadership. 3. Study of the Bible and liberal arts in a collegiate setting for individuals who do not intend to pursue a degree or semi-professional programs. Golden Valley Lutheran College strives to supplement these curricular programs by emphasizing the following objectives with opportunities ... . . . to develop knowledge of the Hebrew-Christian world view as set forth in the literature of the Old and New Testaments and an analysis on the part of each student concerning his or her basic beliefs and spiritual commitments . . . . to develop service motivated standards of conduct for young adults as they move into the many areas of national life, including social improvement, community involvement and active membership in Christian congregations . . . . to appreciate the great works of art, music and the theater through courses and cultural events on the campus and through the extensive presentations offered by the metropolitan surroundings of the College. GENERAL INFORMATION 9 ... to attain physical well-being through the application of standards conducive to good health and participation in physical education and sports activities . . . . to develop personal self-confidence through the determination of individual goals, the building of relationships with other people and the experience of companionship in a Christian setting. ACCREDITATION, AFFILIATIONS AND TRANSFER OF CREDIT Golden Valley Lutheran College received regional accreditation through the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools in July of 1978. Thus, entering students can be confident that if they make a creditable record at Golden Val_ley Lutheran College, their credits will be accepted elsewhere in the academic community. Affiliations Lutheran Educational Conference of North America National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities American Association of Community and Junior Colleges Association of Minnesota Colleges Minnesota Association of Community and Junior Colleges Minnesota Junior College Athletic Association National Junior College Athletic Association-Region XIII Minnesota Community College Women's Athletic Association Association for Intercollegiate Athletics for Women-Region VI Minnesota Association for Intercollegiate Athletics for Women Transfer of Religion Courses With reference to transfer of religion courses, it should be noted that most colleges and universities accept our courses in religion. Students who are planning to continue their education at a college with limited transfer of religion credits may register for the religion courses which are listed in the liberal arts departments. Through the proper selection, most religion courses are transferable, and a student with a sat"isfactory academic record can normally complete a Bachelor's degree two full academic years after receiving the A.A. degree from Golden Valley Lutheran College. GENERAL GUIDELINES Golden Valley Lutheran College is oriented to the Christian Gospel and expects its students to live accordingly. ' The College reserves the right to discipline those who conduct themselves in a manner which is not in the best interests of the 10 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE individual, other students, or the College. Each student is expected to be familiar with the regulations and standards pertaining to student conduct as described in the Student Life Handbook. Chapel All classes are dismissed each morning for a 25-minute chapel program. These programs are varied in content. Some are in the nature of worship services conducted by students, faculty, or guest speakers, while others include films, lectures, drama, music or other special convocation programs. Each student is encouraged to participate fully in the daily chapel services of the College community. He or she is also encouraged to attend public worship every Sunday in the church of ones choice. Student Use of Automobiles Since parking space is limited on campus, those students who do not need an automobile for commuting or transportation to or from work are urged not to bring a vehicle to college. Those who do need an automobile or motorcycle must secure a parking permit through the business office. The Dean of Students shall have the right to terminate a car permit at any time if, in his opinion, circumstances warrant such action. Alcohol and Drug Abuse Golden Valley Lutheran College strongly discourages all students from using alcoholic beverages. Students possessing, using, or under the influence of alcoholic beverages on campus, in collegeapproved housing, or at college-sponsored events both on and off campus will be subject to disciplinary action. In instances where college officials are informed that Golden Valley Lutheran College students have caused a disturbance off campus in connection with the use of alcohol, the college reserves the right to take disciplinary action. Golden Valley Lutheran College upholds all federal and state statutes pertaining to the illegal use of drugs. A student who uses, possesses, or persuades someone else to use drug substances in violation of the laws will be subject to disciplinary action. The college's action will be determined by the circumstances surrounding each individual case. STUDENT PERSONNEL 11 Student Personnel Services NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION Prior to the start of the fall quarter, new students are invited to the campus to participate in orientation activities. During this time the student will have an opportunity to learn more about the College and meet staff and faculty personnel who will assist in course planning for the coming year. The orientation period also includes a series of ability and vocational interest tests which are used to help provide a more effective counseling service for students. Selected upperclassmen are available to help the new students become familiar with and adjust to college life. COUNSELING SERVICES The major decisions which students have to make during their early college years are often difficult and perplexing. Counseling provides a service which helps students learn ways of solving their academic, social, personal, and vocational problems. The College counselors are available to assist students in clarifying or establishing appropriate educational and vocational goals, to help the students evaluate aptitude and interests, and to help them plan programs in preparation for further study. Each student is assigned to a faculty advisor who will assist him or her in planning an appropriate schedule of classes for each academic term or with other aspects of college life. In addition to the 12 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE assigned faculty advisor, each student may make appointments to visit with instructors, Residence Hall Directors, the deans, the College nurse or others on the staff who can give assistance if difficulties are encountered. Study skills assistance is provided for students who need to improve their reading rate, reading comprehension, spelling, mathematics skills, study skills, or writing skills. Students seeking this assistance should register for one of the Personal Orientation courses described on page 63. HEAL TH SERVICES The College has a registered nurse on the staff to provide basic medical services. Students requiring additional treatment are usually referred to the Golden Valley Clinic which is located less than a mile from the campus. INSURANCE The personal property of staff members and students is not covered by insurance and the college does not assume any responsibility for the loss of such property. HOUSING SERVICES Golden Valley Lutheran College is primarily a residential college. Provided space is available, all full-time students live in the College residence halls. Exceptions are those who commute from their homes, or who work for their board and room. All students living on campus are required to participate in the cafeteria program which provides three meals a day, seven days a week. The price fixed for the weekly 21 meal plan is set with the knowledge that a certain percentage of the meals will be missed during a week. Students who are commuting may purchase either their noon luncheon or evening dinner in the College cafeteria. STUDENT LIFE 13 Student Life Campus life at Golden Valley Lutheran College provides activities and experiences which help develop the student's total life. The programs of the College provide wholesome recreation together with programs that stimulate spiritual and intellectual growth. Students are involved in the planning of social activities which can enrich college life and foster friendships. STUDENT GOVERNMENT AND SOCIAL LIFE Student self-government is carried out by a Committee on Student Activities (CSA) elected by the student body. This representative group serves as a coordinator of student-faculty relations. It seeks continually to improve and make the life of the student more enjoyable. Disciplinary problems are arbitrated by a Student Judiciary Board. The social program of the College is under the supervision of the CSA. Homecoming, Sno-Daze, and the Spring Banquet are examples of the many social activities available. RELIGIOUS LIFE As an institution of Christian higher education, Golden Valley Lutheran College believes that sound ·religious life activities must be an integral part of its program. In support of this conviction, the College has regularly scheduled chapel services and Christian student organizations. Special programs include the Days of Prayer and Praise and the Christmas Festival of the Christ Child. In addition, many students participate in Christian Service activities in the community and in World Mission Fellowships. The Col- 14 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE lege has a Fellowship of Christian Athletes chapter in which many of the athletes take an active part. There is also an opportunity to participate on youth encounter teams which travel throughout the Midwest presenting the Gospel in word and song. ATHLETICS Basic objectives in physical education and athletics at Golden Valley Lutheran College are to teach the value of good health and physical fitness, to cultivate interest in the proper use of leisure time, to develop character and good sportsmanship and to give instruction in various sports and games used in recreational activities. Intercollegiate athletic competition for men is available in football, baseball, basketball, wrestling, track, and cross country. The College is a member of the Minnesota State Junior College Conference and the National Junior College Athletic Association. Women may participate in intercollegiate basketball, cross country, softball, volleyball and track competition. An intramural program is available for both men and women. MUSIC Golden Valley Lutheran College is sensitive to the cultural and spiritual value that music plays in the life of any society. It desires, therefore, to cultivate and nurture student interest and participation in music by giving opportunity for self-expression as a member of a performing group. These organizations include the Golden Valley Lutheran College Choir, a selected group of 65 voices; the Madrigal Singers, a smaller ensemble which specializes in certain types of music literature; the Golden Valley Singers, a women's chorus; a pep band and concert band; the Golden Valley Orchestra, a community and College organization; and various vocal and instrumental ensembles. In addition to specific courses in the field of music, the College gives opportunity for private lessons in voice and instrumental study. The location of Golden Valley Lutheran College within the Twin City area makes it easy for students to gain a new appreciation of the fine arts. Various community concerts, the Minnesota Orchestra, the Minneapolis Civic Orchestra, and programs given by other colleges and the University of Minnesota, offer continuing opportunities for cultural enrichment. STUDENT LIFE 15 DRAMA The drama program at Golden Valley Lutheran College is two-fold in its purpose: it attempts to expose the student to the inner workings of the College theatre, and it seeks to foster a sense of appreciation for dramatics by encouraging active participation in the field. ADMISSIONS INFORMATION 17 Admissions Information ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS Golden Valley Lutheran College seeks students who are interested in the Christian atmosphere of the College. A high school diploma or its equivalent is required for admission. In addition, candidates are considered on the basis of their character, personality and motivation as reflected in reference letters from the pastor, high school counselor, and a personal interview with an admissions counselor. APPLICATION PROCEDURE Application materials are available from the Director of Admissions. Applicants are advised to follow these steps in applying: 1. Secure an application blank from the Office of Admissions. Return the completed form, together with the non-refundable $10 application fee, to Office of Admissions, Golden Valley Lutheran College, 6125 Olson Highway, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55422. 2. Request the high school to forward your transcript to the Director of Admissions. 3. All high school graduates applying for admission must furnish test results from one of the testing programs described below. Both testing programs include a questionnaire designed to enable the applicant to indicate academic and vocational plans, extracurricular interests and academic needs. The information in the questionnaire and the test scores become an important resource for the College Counselor and the student's faculty advisor in their efforts to assist the student to derive the maxi- 18 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE mum benefit from attending GVLC and to develop to his or her full potential. Minnesota Residents: Graduates of a Minnesota high school are responsible for submitting the results of their participation in the Minnesota State-Wide Testing Program or in the ACT Assessment Program. Non-Residents of Minnesota: High school graduates who did not graduate from a Minnesota high school must take the ACT, SAT, PSAT, or SCAT Assessment Program and request that the results be sent to Golden Valley Lutheran College. Applicants who are unable to participate in one of the testing programs prior to registration will be required to take appropriate tests during the first day of the Fall Orientation period. 4. Students who are offered admission must notify the Admissions Office if they accept the offer. A $50.00 deposit is required by April, or within two weeks after acceptance has been made and/or financial aid (if applied for) has been awarded. Once paid, this deposit is not refundable prior to enrollment, unless the applicant accepts the offer of admission under the early decision plan (pays the $50.00 initial deposit before February 15). This comprehensive payment serves as a reserve deposit during the entire period of enrollment with any balance being refunded after all damage charges, equipment fines, library fines, etc. have been deducted. 5. Before a dormitory room can be assigned, a $50.00 room deposit must be made, with priority given on the basis of the date payment is received. A student contracts for a room for the entire school year, beginning with fall term. 6. After the student has accepted the offer of admission, the College will provide the medical history form to be completed and returned. 7. Room assignments and matriculation information will be mailed during the summer. The College reserves the right not to accept an applicant or to withdraw the privilege of a student's returning after any quarter if it is judged to be in the best interests of the College or the individual. COSTS 19 Costs STUDENT COSTS 1980-1981 The following pages explain the basic costs to the student and the financial aids that are available to assist the student in meeting these costs. The College reserves the right to change the costs of tuition, board, room or fees at any time. The college does not receive direct financial support from any denomination or Lutheran synod. Many of the gifts that come in are through legacies, matching gifts from corporations and Lutheran Brotherhood, Minnesota Private College Contract, and congregations and congregational organizations. Most of the funds, however, come from individual gifts. These contributors include alumni, parents and friends of the college. There are two programs to which people have committed themselves. They are the Loyalty program, where one may pledge $400 to be paid over a four-year period, and the Inasmuch program, where one may pledge $1,000 or more to be paid over a four-year period. We believe that the Lord answers prayer as we tell our friends what our needs are and ask them to join us in participation by prayer and by giving. Deposits and Fees A $10 application fee must accompany the application for admission. This fee is not refundable. All new students are required to make an initial deposit of $50 by April or within two weeks after acceptance has been made and/or financial aid (if applied for) has been awarded. Once paid, this deposit is not refundable prior to enrollment, unless the applicant accepts the offer of admission under the early decision plan (pays the $50 initial deposit before February 15). This comprehensive payment serves as a reserve deposit during the entire period of enrollment with any balance being refunded after all damage charges, equipment fines, library fines, etc. have been deducted. 20 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE In addition, a $50 room deposit must be made by all new students before a dormitory room can be assigned. Priority is given on the basis of the date payment is received. A student contracts for a room for the entire school year beginning with the fall term. Fall Registration for second year students is based upon the order in which a $50 advance tuition deposit payment is received. Before a dormitory room can be assigned, this deposit must be made. Priority is given on the basis of the date payment is received. CHARGES BY QUARTER The College operates on a quarter system with three quarters per academic year. A student who registers for 12 credits or more is considered a full-time student; one who registers for less than 12 credits is considered a part-time student. Tuition for full-time student .......................... $1 ,050.00 Tuition per credit for part-time student................. 88.00 Room and Board (Average) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 633.00 (Subject to change) Telephone ........................................ . 18.00 Laboratory Fee .................................... . 11.00 Physical Education Fee ............................. . 3.00 Fees for Swimming, Weight-lifting, Karate, Bowling, Gymnastics, etc ................................. 10.00-21.00 Humanities 200..................................... 5.00 Music Fees Voice and Instrument lessons ..................... . 88.00 Organ Rental .................................... . 14.00 Practice Room Fee ............................... . 10.00 Theatre Fees Mime .......................................... . 88.00 Late Registration Fee .............................. . This fee is applicable for failure to register on schedule at any point during the registration procedure for any quarter. It is waived only in cases of illness or family emergencies. Late payment Fee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . This fee is charged to a student who does not pay the balance on his or her account within two days after classes begin for the quarter. 20.00 15.00 PAYMENT PLAN Miscellaneous Fees Car registration and parking permit ....... (per quarter) Charge for change in registration after the tenth day of classes .............. (per change of course permit) Special Examinations ........................ (each) (For final examinations requested at times other than regularly scheduled) Transcript Fee (first copy free) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Advanced Tuition Deposit for second year students. . . . . . Fall Registration is based upon the order in which the above payment is received. (Non-refundable) 21 5.00 5.00 5.00 2.00 50.00 PAYMENT PLAN The account of each student is payable in advance at the time of registration and in accordance with the Full Payment Plan listed in this section. Students in need of credit must make arrangements with the Business Office before registration can be completed. When credit is extended, a finance charge of one percent a month is added. No student is permitted to register if the account for a preceding quarter has not been paid in full. Course credit cannot be granted, grades cannot be released, transcripts cannot be forwarded, and degrees cannot be granted until all financial obligations have been met. PAYMENT SCHEDULE FOR 1980-81 Fall Quarter June 16 July 14 August 18 Registration Day Winter Quarter September 25 October 13 November 1 Spring Quarter December 8 January 9 February 1 $1,720.00 Off Campus $ 500.00 450.00 100.00 Sp. fees. $1,050.00 On Campus $ 525.00 650.00 490.00 + Sp. fees. Off Campus $ 500.00 450.00 100.00 + Sp. fees. $1,665.00 $1,049.00 On Campus $ 525.00 650.00 490.00 + Sp. fees. Off Campus $ 500.00 450.00 100.00 + Sp. fees. $1 ,050.00 On Campus $ 525.00 525.00 525.00 145.00 + Sp'. fees. $1,665.00 22 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE Gift Support The charges that are made to students for tuition, room and board do not adequately cover the costs of operating the college. In fact, 35% of the cost of operation must come from gifts and grants. In the present budget this amounts to $700,000 a year. Therefore, over and above all help s/he may get, each student receives the equivalent of a$1200 scholarship per year in order to cover the total expenses of the operation. REFUND SCHEDULE Students who decide to withdraw from college after they have registered and paid their tuition will receive a computed refund figured from the date the Bookkeeping Office receives the application for withdrawal. Prior to first class meeting ............................ 100% During first week ..................................... 90% During second week .................................. 75% From third through fifth week .......................... 50% During sixth week .................................... 25% After sixth week .................................. No refund Room and Board Refunds-a two-week room charge, plus a prorated board and room charge for the time spent on the campus, will be made for those leaving before the quarter is completed. If a refund is due the student, a check wi'fl be sent within a reasonable time. BOOKSTORE All textbooks, art and college supplies may be purchased at the college bookstore. Stationery, college seals, banners, and other items are also available for the convenience of students. All purchases must be paid for in cash. Students should have $50.00 to $70.00 available at the beginning of the school year for books. Estimated book costs for the entire year are $125.00 to $"175.00. LIBRARY The library, located on the ground floor of the Main building provides a variety of materials and services to support the college curriculum. There are over 25,000 volumes, 250 periodicals, local and national newspapers, and a substantial vertical file in the collection. In addition, there is a sizeable audiovisual collection including phonograph records and cassettes, as well as filmstrips with necessary listening and viewing equipment available to the students. FINANCIAL AID 23 Financial Aid Golden Valley Lutheran College offers several· kinds of financial aid to help students and their parents defray the expenses incurred by the student's college education. All such awards are made by the Financial Aid Committee and are based on the student's academic achievement, special abilities, and financial need. Basically, there are three sources of financial aid: Federal Government State of Minnesota Golden Valley Lutheran College There are three forms of aid: Gift Aid Loans Student Employment All types of financial assistance are made for only one academic year, but students may expect to receive their financial assistance for the second year if they remain in good academic and personal standing and if their financial need continues. If a student withdraws during the quarter, he or she forfeits the entire amount of gift aid that was awarded from College funds for that quarter as well as proportionate amounts awarded from state or federal funds for that quarter. GIFT AID Gift Aid is a categorical name given to all awards from GVLC plus the Basic Educational Opportunity Grant, Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant and the Minnesota State Scholarship/ Grant Program. These awards do not have to be repaid. Basic Educational Opportunity Grant-A grant provided by the 24 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE Federal Government based on financial need. Th·e amount is determined by a formula based on expected parental contribution from income and assets. Students applying for financial aid from the College will be expected to apply for this grant. Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant-Awarded by the Federal Government through the College, these funds allow GVLC to make awards of $200 or more to students who show exceptional financial need. Golden Valley Lutheran College Gift Aid-Includes all awards in the areas of academics, athletics, Christian service, drama and music as well as the GVLC financial need grants. These awards are based on demonstrated excellence in the specified skill area and financial need as defined by the ACT (American College Testing) Family Financial Statement. The GVLC Gift Aid awarded to freshmen is based on their high school achievement, while the Gift Aid awarded to sophomores is based on participation and achievement while freshmen at GVLC. One-third of the award is credited to the student's account each quarter. Minnesota State Scholarship/Grant Program-Available to Minnesota residents with awards up to $1,250 per year depending on need. All Minnesota residents who apply for financial aid at GVLC are expected to apply for this aid. Contact your high school counselor or the GVLC Financial Aid Office for specifics because filing details (such as deadlines) vary from year to year. Other Grants- There are a number of grants and scholarships available from other sources. The student is encouraged to consult his/her high school counselor and the College's Director of Financial Aid for other federal, state, and community-sponsored scholarships and grants. DEFERRED PAYMENT LOANS National Direct Student Loans (NDSL)-Federal NDSL Loans are available to students who have financial need and have been accepted for admission to Golden Valley Lutheran College. Repayment and interest do not begin until nine months after the student completes his/her studies. The interest rate is 3%, and repayment may be extended over a ten-year period. Part of the loan is forgiven if the student enters certain fields of teaching or specified military duty. Guaranteed Student Loans- The student may borrow up to $2,500 per year at 7% interest from a bank, and the federal government will pay the interest during the time the student is in college. The borrower pays the principal and 7% interest during the repayment period. FINANCIAL AID 25 When a bank will not give the loan, the student may borrow up to $2,500 per year at 7% interest from the Minnesota State Student Loan program. First year students are limited to $1,500 per loan, but may apply for second loans under the $2,500 limit. The federal government will pay the interest during the time the student is in college. The borrower pays the principal and 7% interest during the repayment period. These loans are processed through the GVLC Financial Aid Office. Lutheran Brotherhood Loan-If a member of the student's family holds a Lutheran Brotherhood Insurance policy, a student may borrow up to $2,500 per year from the Lutheran Brotherhood Insurance Society at the same terms described under Federal Insured Student Loans. STUDENT EMPLOYMENT College Work-Study Program-Golden Valley Lutheran College participates in State and Federal Work-Study Programs. The student's eligibility depends on his/her financial need and individual skills. Student Part-time Employment- The College offers a variety of campus jobs with moderate pay. In addition, there are numerous part-time employment positions available in the Twin Cities and surrounding suburban areas. The Student Employment Office maintains a listing of opportunities available. PROCEDURE FOR APPL YING FOR FINANCIAL AID In general, no financial aid is offered to entering freshmen unti I they have declared their intention to attend. The first step, then, is to apply and be admitted to the College. In addition to the application for admission, the student must complete an application for financial aid and return it to the Admissions Office. The next step is to obtain from the high school counselor an ACT Family Financial Statement as this is the basic means used to determine financial need. Many otherwise qualified students fail to ' receive financial assistance simply because they failed to get their financial statements sent in early enough; they should be on file before March 1. Minnesota residents must file the ACT Family Financial Statement by March 1 to be eligible for the Minnesota State Scholarship/Grant Program. 26 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE Students who complete the above process can expect to hear from the Director of Financial Aid as soon as all pertinent information can be assembled. Once a qualified student receives the resulting Financial Aid "Package," he or she must indicate acceptance within three weeks of the date of receipt. SCHOLARSHIPS The AAL Lutheran Campus Scholarship Program is for students who hold a certificate of membership and insurance from the Aid Association for Lutherans. The awards are based on academic achievement, Christian character and professional promise. The Berean Scholarship is given annually by the Bereans, an organization composed of the wives of the faculty and staff members at the College. The David Bjelland Memorial Scholarship is given by Mrs. David Bjelland because of her late husband's keen interest in Bible study and the training of lay people for service to the Lord. The Ronald Chagnon II Memorial Scholarship has been estab1ished by Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Chagnon Sr. in memory of their son Ron who was a student at Golden Valley Lutheran College. This scholarship is for assisting handicapped students. The Gjernes Scholarship is provided annually through the Martha Gjernes Estate. The Jackson Scholarship is given by Mrs. Eddie Jackson and the late Mr. Jackson in recognition of their keen interest in Bible study_ and the training of lay people for service to the Lord. The M. T. Lillehaugen Memorial Scholarship is in memory of the late Mr. Lillehaugen who was a good friend and supporter of the College. It is to be used to "help defray the expenses for some good student going into church work, a person with a Christian commitment and one who indicates a good Christian example." The Logefeil Memorial Scholarship is given by Mrs. Logefeil and the late Dr. R. C. Logefeil who was the school doctor at one time. It is preferably to be used to aid a worthy student preparing for the ministry, missionary or some full-time service in the Lord's work. The Lutheran Brotherhood Junior College Scholarship is awarded on the basis of scholastic achievement and religious leadership. The Lutheran Brotherhood Graduate Award for junior and senior years at a Lutheran College is awarded to a sophomore student planning to transfer to a four-year Lutheran college. The Mai Scholarship is an annual scholarship from Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Mai, former students, as an expression of appreciation for what this school has meant to them. SCHOLARSHIPS 27 The Richard Melvig Memorial Scholarship has been established in memory of Ricky Melvig who had wanted to become a doctor but never lived to realize his dream. It is given to a returning student who exhibits faith, character, and an interest in the sciences. A Mission Scholarship has been established by Dr. and Mrs. Russell E. Nelson to be awarded each year to a worthy student who has chosen to prepare for full-time work in the area of mission. Dr. Nelson was a faculty member and director of mission at the College. The Pihl Scholarship has been established by Mr. and Mrs. Charles R. Pihl. Mr. Pihl served as chairman and member of the Board of Regents of the College. The Ponwith Scholarship has been provided by Miss Sadie Ponwith, a former student, teacher, and librarian, and her sister, the late Miss Alice Ponwith, also a former student and staff member. It is awarded to students showing evidence of Christian character, leadership, and scholarship. The Savik Memorial Scholarship has been established by the family of the late Oscar Savik, who was a member of the Board of Regents of the College and advisor to the president. The Tang Scholarship is provided by Dr. Christopher Tang, a former faculty member, and Mrs. Tang in memory of their parents. This scholarship is given annually to a student who has shown excellence in Biblical studies. The Tang Mission Scholarship is also given by Dr. and Mrs. Christopher Tang and is intended for a student who has shown excellence in mission courses. THE ACADEMIC PROGRAM 29 The Academic Program Golden Valley Lutheran College grants three types of two-year completion awards: the Associate in Arts Degree (Liberal Arts and Transfer Program), the Associate in Arts Degree (Specialized Program), and the Junior College Certificate. A one-year Vocational Certificate is awarded for completion of a selected one-year vocational curriculum. In addition there are specialized programs of study available for certain qualified students who do not seek a graduation award. The academic program at Golden Valley Lutheran College is basically liberaf arts and allows one to concentrate in the area of general education, Biblical and theological studies, or a specific vocation. Students who eventually plan to attain a four-year liberal arts degree are encouraged to get the general education requirements satisfied while at GVLC, thus allowing them to concentrate chiefly on their major and minor areas of study during the last two years of college. General education courses ask the student to know something of the world of nature and scientific method, of the society in which he or she lives and in which one has a part to play, of the historic perspective and human achievements called the fine arts and humanities, and of the eternal values perceived in Biblical and theological studies. GENERAL ACADEMIC INFORMATION Credit Load and Student Classification A normal credit load consists of 16 hours per term. Exception to this credit load will be considered in consultation with a student's 30 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE faculty advisor. Permission to take more than 18 credits must be granted by the Academic Dean. Students enrolled for 12 or more credit-hours per term will be considered full-time; those with less than 12 credit-hours will be considered part-time students. A student who has earned less than 45 cumulative credits will be classified as a freshman; a student who has earned 45 or more cumulative credits will be classified as a sophomore. The auditing of courses is not encouraged since classroom capacities are needed by students interested in earning college credit. Auditors are required to do all work assigned by the instructor and tuition costs are the same as costs for credit. Grading and Honor Point System A student's grade point average is figured at the end of each term and is determined by dividing the number of earned honor points by the number of earned credits. Honor points are computed by the following scale: Grade A B c D F I w WF s u Honor Points Per Credit 4 3 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 Superior Above Average Average Below Average Failure Incomplete* Withdrawn** Withdrawn, failing** Satisfactory*** Unsatisfactory*** *Incomplete work, receiving a grade of I, must be made up satisfactorily by the end of the fourth week of the next term the student attends. If a student wants an extension beyond four weeks, he or she must secure approval of the instructor involved and must petition the Scholastic Standing Committee for the extension. If the work is not completed, the grade becomes an F. **Withdrawals through the third week of classes are indicated by W; after that time and through Mid-term by W or WF (to be determined by the instructor); and after the mid-term and until the last regularly scheduled class day of each quarter by a W, WF, or Fas determined by the instructor. THE ACADEMIC PROGRAM 31 ***An optional grading system of Sand U may be used at the discretion of the instructor for non-transferable credit. If a student is to work for an S instead of a letter grade, the decision must be determined by the instructor and the student before the sixth week of the quarter. An S counts as two honor points per credit for the Junior College Certificate only and will not be credited toward an Associate in Arts degree. Academic Honors An Honors List composed of those students who have earned a grade point average of 3.00-3.49 is compiled at the end of each term. Those students who achieve a grade point average of 3.50 or better are included on the Dean's List. Unsatisfactory Academic Progress In accordance with policies established by the administration and faculty, a student will be counseled in relation to unsatisfactory progress toward the Associate in Arts degree: (a) when his or her grade point average for any quarter is less than 2.00; (b) when his or her transcript shows two or more grades of I (Incomplete) in one quarter. If a student's grade point average falls below 1.50 for any quarter, he or she will be placed on academic probation until the grade point average is raised to 1 .50 or above. A student who persists in a pattern of unsatisfactory progress may be dismissed from college. Eligibility For Varsity Sports Eligibility rules for participation in varsity sports at Golden Valley Lutheran College conform to the National Junior College Athletic Association eligibility rules. In general, in order to participate in a varsity sport, a student must earn a grade point average of 1.50 or better in at least 10 hours of course work listed in the College Catalog. A student's eligibility is reviewed each quarter and all hours of a complete course (subject) must be counted in computing a student's grade point average. (See N.J.C.A.A. Eligibility Rules.) With regard to co-curricular activities other than varsity sports, a student who earns a grade point average of less than 1 .50 for a quarter may have co-curricular activities curtailed or programs of study reduced, at-the discretion of the Scholastic Standing Committee. Repeating A Course A student may repeat only courses in which a grade of Dor F has 32 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE been received. The intention to repeat a course must be certified at the time of registration for the course. If a student repeats a course in which a D or F grade has been received, only the more recent grade earned will be entered on the student's transcript and included in the computation of the grade point average. Class Attendance Each student is responsible for completing work as required in each class. With respect to unexcused absences, excused absences, or make-up work, it is the student's responsibility to learn the policy of each instructor. The instructor's policy is usually stated in the course outline. At the discretion of the instructor, a student may be expelled from the course for an excessive number of unexcused absences or uncompleted assignments. Independent Study A maximum of six credits in Independent Study may be applied toward the Associate in Arts Degree. The student must meet the criteria established by the department and have the approval of the chairman of the department in which he plans to do the study. Standards require a 3.0 average in the department in which Independent Study is taken, a limit of four credits per term in Independent Study, and a demonstration of relevance to the student's objectives. I ndependent Study applications are available in the Registrar's Office. Bible and English Requirements All students enrolled at Golden Valley Lutheran College are required to take one Bible course each quarter if they are enrolled for eight credits in Divisions other than Bible. The only exception is the student who has taken extra Bible courses in previous quarters. A student who transfers from another college is not required to complete the full 18 credits in Bible for graduation but is required to take one course each quarter while enrolled at GVLC. History 102, English 230, and Greek 101, 102, 103 and all of the courses listed in the Department of Biblical Studies are open to the student for selection. The suggested Bible core sequence is listed on pages 57-58. All freshmen students are required to take the sequence in College English (English 111, 112, 113). THE ACADEMIC PROGRAM 33 Activity Credits A total of nine credits in co-curricular activities may be applied toward an Associate in Arts Degree. The three credits of required physical education are not included in this category, however one physical education credit toward the requirement will be given for varsity sports. (If the student plays on a varsity team two years, only one credit will be granted for the sport.) Co-curricular activities include the Golden Valley Lutheran College Choir, Golden Valley Singers, Madrigal Singers, Band, Golden Valley Orchestra, Theater Practice, Christian Service, additional physical education activity courses after required courses are completed, and activity credits that a transfer student might bring to Golden Valley Lutheran College. In each case the student must indicate during registration whether the activity is being taken for credit or non-credit. Credit by Special Examination Under special circumstances, a student may seek to gain credits or exemption by special examination, in accordance with specific departmental policies. Admission of Transfer Students College work done at other accredited institutions may be applied toward a degree or certificate at Golden Valley Lutheran College. Transfer students are required to follow regular admissions procedure and submit an official transcript of record from each college attended. Credit for the college work done, if satisfactory in grade and applicable toward the College's divisional degree requirements, will be accepted toward an Associate in Arts Degree. Golden Valley Lutheran College will not accept D's in transfer except by special petition approved by the Scholastic Standing Committee. The actual number of credits earned at other institutions are entered on the student's record, but transferred credits and grade points are not included in the computation of the grade point average. Withdrawals from the College If a student wishes to withdraw from the College during any term, application for this action must be made in the Office of the Registrar. An unauthorized withdrawal results in failure in all courses. Partial refunds on fees already paid will be based on the time the application was approved. (See page 22.) 34 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE REGISTRATION New students must report to the College for Orientation Days as indicated in the calendar in this catalog. Both new and returning students are required to register on the days indicated in the calendar. Registration is not completed until the student has made settlement for the quarter charges at the Bookkeeping Office. Until such settlement has been made, the student is not eligible to attend any class or individual lesson. Changes in Registration Necessary changes to eliminate conflicts and to correct evident mistakes in registration may be permitted during the first ten days of classes, upon the written approval of the Academic Dean, the advisor, and the teachers concerned. A Change of Course Permit for this purpose may be obtained in the Registrar's Office. After the tenth day, no regularly scheduled classes may be added except upon petition and favorable action by the Academic Affairs Committee. Petition forms are available from the Registrar's Office. There is a $1.00 fee for each change in registration after the tenth day of classes. Withdrawals through the third week of classes are indicated by W; after that time and through Mid-term by W or WF (to be determined by the instructor); and after Mid-term and until the last regularly scheduled class day of each quarter by a W, WF, or F as determined by the instructor. A student may not drop a course after final examinations begin. THE ACADEMIC PROGRAM 35 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 37 Graduation Requirements Applicants for admission should study the requirements for graduation outlined in this section of the catalog and plan the college program as a whole as early as possible. A student who is in doubt about how certain requirements are interpreted should consult with an advisor, the Registrar or the Academic Dean. When circumstances might warrant a justifiable modification in a requirement, a petition (obtained from the Registrar) should be submitted to the Committee on Academic Affairs. The responsibility rests with the student for seeing that his or her program includes all requirements for graduation. The advisors, the Academic Dean, and the Registrar will gladly assist in every way possible. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ASSOCIATE IN ARTS DEGREE: LIBERAL ARTS AND TRANSFER PROGRAM The Associate in Arts Degree: Liberal Arts and Transfer Program is the basic award for students who intend to gain a general knowledge of the arts and sciences and who intend to transfer to a fouryear college or university for completion of a Bachelor's Degree. A student receiving this degree must be in residence three terms, one of which must be the term in which the student graduates. The requirements of this award are: 1. Completion of the Divisional Requirements as outlined below. The further requiremf'mts in the Programs of Study (pages 4"1-46) are recommended and the student should attempt to fulfill them. 38 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE 2. Completion of 92 credits with a minimum cumulative gradepoint average of 2.00 (C average). 3. The approval of the faculty. 4. Fulfillment of all financial obligations to the College. DIVISIONAL REQUIREMENTS Biblical and Theological Studies Communications Social Science CREDIT HOURS 18 9 12 Natural Science 8 Creative Arts 6 Physical Education 3 COURSES Bible Core or alternatives English 111, 112, 113 Al I Social Science courses except History 102; Personal Orientation 100' 110' 1 20' 130' 140' 150, 200, Social Service 101-103, 201-203 or Humanities 200 All Natural Science courses except Mathematics 101 Al I Creative Arts courses except Applied Music, Theatre and Ensembles Physical Education 101, 102, 103 (one credit only per varsity sport) GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ASSOCIATE IN ARTS DEGREE: SPECIALIZED PROGRAM The Associate in Arts Degree: Specialized Program is designed for students who intend to seek employment after two years of college or for those who intend to pursue an education of a specialized nature such as professional musician. A student receiving this degree must be in residence three terms, one of which must be the term in which the student graduates. The requirements for this award are: 1. Completion of the divisional requirements as outlined below plus the additional requirements of a selected curriculum (pages 48-53). GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 39 2. Completion of 92 credits with a minimum cumulative gradepoint average of 2.00 (C average). 3. The approval of the faculty. Biblical and Theological Studies Communications Social Science 18 Bible Core or alternatives 9 6 English 111, 112, 113 Al I Social Science courses except History 102; Personal Orientation 100, 110, 120, 130, 140, 150, 200, or Humanities 200 Al I Natural Science courses Natural Science 4 Creative Arts 3 Physical Education 3 Al I Creative Arts courses except Applied Music, Theatre and Ensembles Physical Education 101, 102, 103 (one credit only per varsity sport) GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE JUNIOR COLLEGE CERTIFICATE The Junior College Certificate will be awarded to those students who complete two years of work on a curriculum but do not satisfy the award requirements of an Associate in Arts Degree. The requirements for the Junior College Certificate are: 1. Completion of a minimum of 88 credits including one Bible Course or alternative per term. 2. A minimum cumulative grade-point average of 1.00. 3. The approval of the faculty. 4. Fulfillment of all financial obligations to the College. 40 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ONE-YEAR VOCATIONAL CERTIFICATE 1. Completion of 46 credits (including one Bible Course or alternative per term) with a minimum cumulative grade-point average of 2.00 (C average). 2. Completion of the requirements of a selected curriculum. 3. The approval of the faculty. 4. Fulfillment of all financial obligations to the College. PROGRAMS OF STUDY 41 Programs of Study Details of the curricula Usted below are outlined on the pages which follow. The student should select a curriculum and be familiar with its requirements before registration. The College reserves the right to change curriculum requirements when the necessity arises. A. Curricula leading to the Associate in Arts Degree: Liberal Arts and Transfer Program 1. Basic Liberal Arts 2. Basic Science 3. Liberal Arts with Concentration in Biblical and Theological Studies 4. Liberal Arts with Concentration in Business Administration 5. Liberal Arts with General Business Administration 6. Pre-Professional Programs a. Education (Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Special Education) b. Physical Education c. Music (pre-Bachelor of Arts) d. Recreation Leadership e. Law f. Agriculture g. Forestry h. Pharmacy i. Medicine j. Dentistry k. Nursing I. Corrective Therapy m. Occupational Therapy n. Physical Therapy 42 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE B. Curricula leading to the Associate in Arts Degree: Specialized Program 1 . Social Service 2. Music (pre-Bachelor of Music) 3. Law Enforcement 4. Computer Training and Electronics Technician 5. General Secretarial 6. Legal Secretarial 7. Medical Secretarial 8. Office Occupations 9. Parish Secretarial 10. Parish Work 11. World Mission C. Curricula leading to the 1 . General Secretarial 2. Legal Secretarial 3. Medical Secretarial 4. Office Occupations 5. World Mission One-Year Vocational Certificate A. CURRICULA LEADING TO THE ASSOCIATE IN ARTS DEGREE: LIBERAL ARTS AND TRANSFER PROGRAM 1. THE BASIC LIBERAL ARTS CURRICULUM This curriculum is recommended for those planning to transfer to a university or four-year college. The courses listed below fulfill the normal two-year general education requirements for the Bachelor of Arts degree. Since many colleges require one or two years of foreign language or variations of work in some of the fields, the student and his advisor will make the relevant selections in relation to the student's future plans and the school to which he intends to transfer. Completion of this curriculum leads to the Associate in Arts degree. Required and Recommended Courses and Credits Biblical Studies 18 N.T. 101, O.T. 102, N.T. 103 or alternatives O.T. 201, N.T. 202, N.T. 203 or alternatives English 9 English 111, 112, 113 Speech 100, 110, or200 Speech 3 12 Business 200, 210, Law Enforcement 140 and Social Science all Social Science courses except History 102, Personal Orientation 100, 110, 120, 130, 140, 150, 200; Social Service 101-103, 201-203, or Humanities 200 All courses except Mathematics 101 Natural Science 8 All courses except Applied Music, Theatre and Creative Arts 6 Ensembles Physical Education 101, 102, 103 Physical Education 3 Foreign Language See department listing 0-15 Electives 18-33 Courses in special field of interest PROGRAMS OF STUDY 43 2. THE BASIC SCIENCE CURRICULUM The Basic Science Curriculum is recommended for those planninQ to transfer to a university or four-vear colleoe for degrees in science or technology. The student, with the aid of his advisor, will make the relevant course selections in relation to his future plans and the school to which he intends to transfer. Completion of this curriculum leads to the Associate in Arts degree. Required and Recommended Courses and Credits Biblical Studies 18 N.T. 101, O.T. 102, N.T. 103 or alternatives Q.T. 201, N.T. 202, N.T. 203 or alternatives English 111, 112, 113 9 English Speech 100, 110, or200 3 Speech Business 200, 210, Law Enforcement 140 and 12 Social Science all Social Science courses except History 102, Personal Orientation 100, 110, 120, 130, 140, 150, 200; Social Service 101-103, 201-203, or Humanities 200 Selections from Mathematics, Biology, 41-51 Natural Science Chemistry and Physics (except Mathematics 101) All courses except Applied Music, Theatre and 6 Creative Arts Ensembles Physical Education 101, 102, 103 3 Physical Education German 101, 102, 103 recommended 0-12 Foreign Language 3. THE LIBERAL ARTS CURRICULUM WITH CONCENTRATION IN BIBLICAL AND THEOLOGICAL STUDIES This curriculum is recommended for those who want to combine their general studies in the liberal arts and sciences with a more extensive program of Biblical and theological studies. The Bible core sequence may be supplemented by more extensive offerings in the study of the Bible, Theology and Applied Christianity. Completion of this curriculum leads to the Associate in Arts degree. Required and Recommended Courses and Credits Biblical Studies 27-36 N.T. 101, O.T. 102, N.T. 103 or alternatives; Q.T. 201, N.T. 202, N.T. 203 or alternatives; Theology 121, 122, 123; selections from New Testament English English 111, 112, 113 9 Speech Speech 100, 110, or 200 3 15 Business 200, 210, Law Enforcement 140 and Social Science all Social Science courses except History 102, Personal Orientation 100, 110, 120, 130, 140, 150, 200; Social Service 101-103, 201-203, or Humanities 200 All courses except Mathematics 101 Natural Science 8 Physical Education 101, 102, 103 3 Physical Education All courses except Applied Music, Theatre and Creative Arts 6 Ensembles 0-15 Greek 101, 102, 103 recommended Foreign Language Electives 0-21 See department listings 44 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE 4. BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION CURRICULUM: TRANSFER PROGRAM This curriculum is recommended for those planning to transfer to a university or fouryear college for degrees in Business Administration. The student, with the aid of his advisor, will make the relevant course selections in relation to future plans and the institution to which he intends to transfer. Completion of this curriculum leads to the Associate in Arts degree. Required and Recommended Courses Biblical Studies 18 N. T. 101, Q.T. 102, N. T. 103 or alternatives; Q.T. 201, N.T. 202, N.T. 203 or alternatives English 111, 112, 113 9 English Speech 100 required 3 Speech Including Business 200, 210 Social Science 12 Natural Science Including Math 102 9 Physical Education 101, 102, 103 Physical Education 3 All Creative Arts courses except Applied Creative Arts 6 Music, Theatre and Ensembles 22 Business 101, 102, 103, 120, 130, 230 Business See department listings Electives 10 5. GENERAL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION CURRICULUM This curriculum offers a variety of general business courses for the student interested in a general business administration course of study, and an entry level business position after two years. Completion of this curriculum leads to the. Associate in Arts degree. Required and Recommended Courses Biblical Studies 18 N .T. 101, Q.T. 102, N. T. 103 or alternatives; Q.T. 201, N.T. 202, N.T. 203 or alternatives English 111, 112, 113 English 9 Speech 3 Speech 100 recommended Social Science 12 Including Business 200, 210 Including Math 102 Natural Science 9 Physical Education 3 Phvsical Education 101, 102, 103 Creative Arts 6 All Creative Arts courses except Applied Music, Theatre and Ensembles Business/Sec. Science 34-40 Business 101, 102, 103, 110, 120, 130, 140*, 150, 230, 270; Sec. Science 101* Electives See d~partment listings *Required depending on course background and consent of instructor. 6. THE LIBERAL ARTS CURRICULA FOR STUDENTS INTERESTED IN SPECIFIC PROFESSIONS a. Education Students planning to teach on the elementary or secondary level will need a minimum four-year program in the Liberal Arts or Sciences and the teacher education courses required for a certificate. The curricula outlined below fulfill requirements for a Minnesota certificate for the first two years. Completion of any one of these curricula leads to the Associate in Arts Degree. Required and Recommended Courses Elementary Education The Basic Liberal Arts Curriculum and including: Geography 100 Biology 113 History 201, 202, 203 Physical Education 120, 130 Psychology 202, 203, 210 Private lessons in piano and voice are also recommended PROGRAMS OF STUDY 45 Secondary Education The Basic Liberal Arts Curriculum and including: Psychology 202, 203, 210 Sociology 110, 210, 212 Physical Education 120, 130 Emphasis on a special field of interest Special Education The Basic Liberal Arts Curriculum and including: Psychology 202, 203, 210 Sociology 110, 210, 212 Physical Education 120, 130 b. Physical Education A four-year degree is required to teach physical education. The first two years of this program may be taken at Golden Valley Lutheran College. The curriculum outlined below will earn the Associate in Arts degree and provides the necessary prerequisites leading to the Minnesota teaching certificate. Required and Recommended Courses and Credits Biblical Studies 18 N .T. 101, Q.T. 102, N .T. 103 or alternatives; Q.T. 201, N.T. 202, N.T. 203 or alternatives English 9 English 111, 112, 113 History 121, 122, 123, 201, 202, 203 or 15 Social Science Sociology 100, 110, 210 or Psychology 202, 203 Natural Science 16 Biology 111, 112, 232, 233 Physical Education 17 Physical Education 101, 102, 103, 110, 120, 130, 200, 210 Creative Arts All Creative Arts courses except Applied 6 Music, Theatre and Ensembles Electives 11 See department listing c. Music The following curriculum may be used toward fulfillment of the lowerdivision requirements for the Bachelor of Arts degree with a concentration or major in music. A curriculum for those planning to complete a Bachelor of Music degree is outlined on page 49. Completion of the curriculum below leads to an Associate in Arts degree. Required and Recommended Courses and Credits Biblical Studies 18 N. T. 101, Q.T. 102, N. T. 103 or alternatives; Q.T. 201, N.T. 202, N.T. 203 or alternatives English 111, 112, 113 English 9 Social Science 12 History 121, 122, 123 recommended Natural Science 8 Selections from Biology or Mathematics (other than Mathematics 101) Physical Education 101 , 102, 103 Physical Education 3 Music 111, 112, 113, 211, 212, 213; Applied Creative Arts 36 Music-6 credits, Ensembles-6 credits Electives See department listings 6 46 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE d. Recreation Leadership A program designed for persons desiring a career in recreation leadership or related recreation fields. The program leads to the Associate in Arts degree and is transferable to many four-year recreation programs. Required and Recommended Courses and Credits Biblical Studies 18 N.T. 101, O.T. 102, N.T. 103 or alternatives; O.T. 201, N.T. 202, N.T. 203 or alternatives English English 111, 112, 113 9 Speech 3 Speech 100 or 130 Social Science 12 Sociology 100, 110, 212; or Psychology 202, 203; or Law Enforcement 140 recommended Natural Science All Natural Science Courses except 8 Mathematics 101 Physical Education 15 Physical Education 101, 102, 103, 110, 120, 200, 210 Recreation Leadership 15 Recreation Leadership 110, 120, 210, 220, 230 Creative Arts 6 All Creative Arts courses except Applied Music, Theatre and Ensembles Electives 6 See department listings PROGRAMS OF STUDY 47 The College has established specific preliminary training for students desiring entrance into certain professions. A student interested in these professions should consult the appropriate college catalogs and discuss his plans with his faculty advisor, the College counselor, and the Registrar to insure proper course selection. Completion of one of the following curricula leads to an Associate in Arts degree and satisfies the basic requirements for the first two years of the particular professional program. e. Law The Basic Liberal Arts Curriculum and including: f. Agriculture The Basic Liberal Arts Curriculum and including: g. Forestry The Basic Science Curriculum and including: h. Pharmacy The Basic Science Curriculum and including: i. Medicine The Basic Science Curriculum and including: j. Dentistry The Basic Science Curriculum and including: k. Nursing The Basic Science Curriculum and including: History 201, 202, 203 Political Science 100, 200 Psychology 202, 203 Sociology 110, 210, 212 Business 200, 210, 230 History 201, 202, 203 Geography 100 Mathematics 102, 103 Biology 111, 112, 113 Chemistry101, 102, 103 Business 200, 210 Mathematics 102, 103, 110, 200 Biology 111, 112, 221, 222, 223 Chemistry 101, 102, 103 Physics 102 Business 200, 210 Mathematics 102, 103 Biology 111, 112.113, 231 Chemistry 101, 102, 103, 113, 201, 202, 203 Mathematics 102, 103, 201 Biology 111, 112, 113 Chemistry 101, 102, 103, 113, 201, 202, 203 Physics 102, 103 One year of foreign language when necessary Mathematics 102, 103 Biology 111, 112, 113 Chemistry 101, 102, 103, 113, 201, 202 Physics 102, 103 Psychology 202 Sociology 100or110 Biology 111, 232, 233 Chemistry 101, 102, 113 Physics 102 48 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE I. Corrective Therapy The Basic Liberal Arts Curriculum and including: Speech 200 Psychology 202, 203 Biology 111, 232, 233 Physical Education 120, 130, 140, 200, 210 m. Occupational Therapy The Basic Liberal Arts Curriculum and including: Speech 200 Psychology 202, 203, 210 Biology 111, 112, 232, 233 Chem is try 101 , 102 Physical Education 120, 130, 140 n. Physical Therapy The Basic Liberal Arts Curriculum and including: Speech 200 Mathematics 102 Physics 102, 103 Biology 111, 112, 232, 233 Physical Education 120, 130, 140 Psychology 120 or 210 Chemistry 101, 102, 103 recommended B. CURRICULA LEADING TO THE ASSOCIATE IN ARTS DEGREE: SPECIALIZED PROGRAM 1. SOCIAL SERVICE Designed to train the student to assist the professional Social Service Worker in areas of reception, group care, case work, teacher assistance, recreation, therapy and rehabilitation. Completion of this curriculum leads to the Associate in Arts degree. The program is designed for students who wish to find employment after two years in college. Required Courses and Credits Biblical Studies 18 English Speech Social Science Natural Science Physical Education Creative Arts Electives 9 3 27-36 4 3 3 16-25 N .T. 101, O.T. 102, N .T. 103 or alternatives; O.T. 201, N.T. 202, N.T. 203 or alternatives English 111, 112, 113 Speech 11 o Psychology 202, 203, 21 O; Sociology 100, 110, 120; Social Service 101, 102, 103, 201, 202, 203 All Natural Science courses except Math 101 Physical Education 101, 102, 103 All Creative Arts courses except Applied Music, Theatre and Ensembles Recommended: Physical Education 120, 130, Recreation Leadership 220, Sociology 210 PROGRAMS OF STUDY 49 2. MUSIC CURRICULUM (Pre-Bachelor of Music) The following curriculum may be used toward fulfillment of the lower-division requirements for the Bachelor of Music degree. A curriculum for those planning to complete a Bachelor of Arts degree with a concentration or major in music is outlined on page 45. Completion of the curriculum below leads to an Associate in Arts degree. Required Courses and Credits Biblical Studies 18 English Social Science Natural Science Physical Education Creative Arts 9 6-9 4 3 51 N.T. 101, O.T. 102, N.T. 103 or alternatives; O.T. 201, N.T. 202, N.T. 203 or alternatives English 111, 112, 113 History 121, 122, 123 recommended Biology 113 recommended Physical Education 101, 102, 103 Music 111, 112, 113, 121, 122, 123, 131, 132, 133, 211, 212, 213; Applied Music6 credits; Ensembles-6 credits 3. LAW ENFORCEMENT The following curriculum, combining courses in Biblical studies, the liberal arts and law enforcement, leads to the Associate in Arts degree and provides a foundation for a career in law enforcement. Required Courses and Credits Biblical Studies 18 English Speech Social Science Natural Science Physical Education Creative Arts Law Enforcement Electives 9 6 15 4 6 3 24 7 N.T. 101, O.T. 102, N.T. 103 or alternatives; O.T. 201, N.T. 202, N.T. 203 or alternatives English 111, 112, 113 Speech 100 and 200 History 220; Political Science 100; Psychology 120; Sociology 100, and 110, or 210, or 212 Biology 113 recommended Physical Education 101, 102, 103, 120 All courses except Applied Music, Theatre and Ensembles Law Enforcement 100, 110, 120, 130, 140, 150, 160, 170 Law Enforcement 200 recommended 4. COMPUTER TRAINING OR ELECTRONIC TECHNICIAN CURRICULUM Cooperative educational programs are available between Golden Valley Lutheran College and Control Data Corporation for training as computer technicians and programmers, and between GVLC and Northwestern Electronics Institute for training in the field of Electronics Technician. Students spend at least one academic year at the College and complete a specified course with Control Data or Northwestern Electronics. A maximum of 45 credits from these institutions will be accepted toward the Associate in Arts degree. Completion of the entire curriculum leads to the AA degree. Required Courses and Credits Biblical Studies 9 English 9 Social Science 6 Natural Science 10-15 Physical Education 3 3 Creative Arts 2-7 Electives N .T. 101, 0. T. 102, N. T. 103 or alternatives English 111, 112, 113 History 123, Sociology 100, 110or120. Mathematics 102, 103, Physics 102, 103 Physical Education 101, 102, 103 Art 100, Music 100 or Theatre 100 See department listings 50 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE 5. GENERAL SECRETARIAL CURRICULUM Completion of this two-year curriculum, combining instruction in Biblical studies, the liberal arts and secretarial skills, leads to the Associate in Arts degree and prepares the student for a career as a general secretary. Required Courses and Credits Biblical Studies 18 English Social Science 9 6 Natural Science Physical Education Creative Arts 4 3 3 Business/ Secretarial Science Electives 43-51 0-4 N .T. 101, O.T. 102, N. T. 103 or alternatives; O.T. 201, N.T. 202, N.T. 203 or alternatives English 111, 112, 113 Business 200, 210 recommended; or any Social Science courses listed under the Basic Liberal Arts Curriculum See department listings Physical Education 101, 102, 103 All Creative Arts courses except Applied Music, Theatre and Ensembles Business 110, 120, 130, 150; Secretarial Science102, 103, 110, 111, 112, 113, 123, 201, 203, 211, 213 (Business 140, Secretarial Science 101 required depending on background of the student) Secretarial Science 220 recommended LEGAL SECRETARIAL CURRICULUM Completion of this two-year curriculum, combining courses in Biblical studies, the liberal arts and legal secretarial training, leads to the Associate in Arts degree and prepares the student for a career as a legal secretary. 6. Required Courses and Credits Biblical Studies 18 English Social Science 9 6 Natural Science Physical Education Creative Arts 4 3 3 Business/ Secretarial Science Electives 46-54 0-3 N .T. 101, O.T. 102, N .T. 103 or alternatives; 0. T. 201, N .T. 202, N .T. 203 or alternatives English 111, 112, 113 Business 200, 210 recommended, or alternatives See department listings Physical Education 101, 102, 103 All Creative Arts courses except Applied Music, Theatre and Ensembles Business 150, 230; Secretarial Science 102, 103,110, 111, 112, 113, 123,201,213,231, 232, 233. (Business 140, Secretarial Science 101 required depending on background of the student) Secretarial Science 220 recommended PROGRAMS OF STUDY 51 7. MEDICAL SECRETARIAL CURRICULUM Completion of this two-year curriculum, combining courses in Biblical studies, the liberal arts and medical secretarial training, leads to the Associate in Arts degree and prepares the student for a career as a medical secretary. Required Courses and Credits Biblical Studies 18 English Social Science 9 6 Natural Science Physical Education Creative Arts 8 3 3 Business/ Secretarial Science Electives 44-52 0-1 N.T.101, O.T.102, N.T.103oralternatives; O.T. 201, N. T. 202, N .T. 203 or alternatives English 111, 112, 113 Business 200, 21 O recommended, or alternatives Biology 111, 232 Physical Education 101, 102, 103 All Creative Arts courses except Applied Music, Theatre and Ensembles Business 150; Secretarial Science 102, 103, 110, 111, 112, 113, 123, 201' 213, 221' 222, 223 (Business 140, Secretarial Science 101 required depending on background of the student) Secretarial Science 220 recommended 8. OFFICE OCCUPATIONS CURRICULUM Secretarial science, liberal arts, accounting, and Biblical courses are combined in this curriculum to prepare a student for careers in general office occupations other than stenographic positions. Completion of this curriculum leads to an Associate in Arts degree. Required Courses and Credits Biblical Studies 18 English Social Science 9 6 Natural Science Physical Education Creative Arts 4 3 3 Business I Secretarial Science Electives 43-49 0-6 N.T.101, O.T.102, N.T.103oralternatives; O.T. 201, N .T. 202, N. T. 203 or alternatives English 111, 112, 113 Business 200, 210 recommended, or alternatives See department listings Physical Education 101, 102, 103 All Creative Arts courses except Applied Music, Theatre and Ensembles Business 101, 102, 103, 110, 120, 130, 150, 230; Secretarial Science 102, 103, 123, 201, 203, 211 (Business 140, Secretarial Science 101 required depending on background of the student) Secretarial Science 220 recommended 52 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE 9. PARISH SECRETARIAL CURRICULUM Completion of this curriculum, which combines training in Biblical studies, secretarial skills and liberal arts, prepares the student for the position of Parish Secretary, and leads to the Associate in Arts degree. Required Courses and Credits Biblical Studies 18 English Social Science 9 6 Natural Science Physical Education Creative Arts 4 3 3 Business I Secretarial Science Applied Christianity 36-42 16 Electives N.T.101, O.T.102, N.T.103oralternatives; O.T. 201, N.T. 202, N.T. 203 or alternatives English 111, 112, 113 Courses in Psychology or Sociology, including Psychology 120 See department listings Physical Education 101, 102, 103 All Creative Arts courses except Applied Music, Theatre and Ensembles Business 150; Secretarial Science 102, 103, 110' 111 , 112, 113, 123, 201 ' 203, 211 , 213 (Business 140, Secretarial Science 101 required depending on background of the student) Applied Christianity 122, 123, 130, 140, 221, 230 Secretarial Science 220 recommended 10. PARISH WORK CURRICULUM The following curriculum provides training for the responsibilities of a Parish Worker, which includes visitation, youth work, parish education and secretarial duties. Completion of this curriculum leads to an Associate in Arts degree. Required Courses and Credits Biblical Studies 18 Theology and Church History English Speech Social Science Natural Science Physical Education Creative Arts Secretarial Science Applied Christianity Electives 9 9 3 6 4 3 3 3-9 25-27 1-9 N .T. 101, O.T. 102, N. T. 103 or alternatives; O.T. 201, N.T. 202, N.T. 203 or alternatives Theology 121, 122, 123; Church History 220 English 111, 112, 113 Speech 140 Psyr,hology 120, Sociology 120 Biology 113 recommended Physical Education 101, 102, 103 Art 100, Music 100 or Theatre 100 Secretarial Science 102 (101, 103 required depending on course background of student) Applied Christianity 122, 123, 130, 140, 201, 202, 203, 211' 221' 223, 230 See department listings; Sociology and Psychology courses recommended PROGRAMS OF STUDY 53 11. WORLD MISSION CURRICULUM Current trends indicate that the Church's need is for candidates with bachelor's degrees or with training in specialized fields such as Bible and theology, medicine, education, business, agriculture, electronics, aviation or secretarial skills. Interested students should plan°for extended and thorough preparation. The curriculum outlined below combines concentrated Bible study, a liberal arts background, an introduction to the missionary task, and opportunities for a variety of contacts with people directly involved in church work in various parts of the world. Completion of the two-year curriculum leads to the Associate· in Arts degree. Required Courses and Credits Biblical Studies 18 Theology English Speech Social Science 6 9 3 12 Natural Science Physical Education Creative Arts 8 3 3 Christian Service Applied Christianity World Mission Electives 2 9 6 13 N.T.101, O.T.102, N.T.103 or alternatives; O.T. 201, N .T. 202, N. T. 203 or alternatives Theology 121, 122, 123 English 111, 112, 113 Speech 100, 110, or200 All Social Science courses (except History 102, Personal Orientation 100, 110, 120, 130, 140, 150, 200; Social Service 101-103, 201203 or Humanities 200) Biology 113 recommended Physical Education 101, 102, 103 All Creative Arts courses except Applied Music, Theatre and Ensembles Christian Service 11 O All Applied Christianity courses Mission 100, 110, 120 See department listings 5,4 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE C. CURRICULA LEADING TO THE ONE-YEAR VOCATIONAL CERTIFICATE 1. GENERAL SECRETARIAL CURRICULUM (One Year) Completion of this one-year curriculum, combining instruction in secretarial skills (including shorthand) and Biblical studies, leads to a Vocational Certificate. Required Courses and Credits Biblical Studies 9 Physical Education 1 Business/ Secretarial 35-40 Science Electives N.T. 101, O.T. 102, N.T. 103 or alternatives Physical Education 103 or alternative Business 130, 150; Secretarial Science 102, 103' 110' 111 ' 11 2' 11 3' 123' 201 ' 203' 211 (Business 140 required depending on background of the student) Secretarial Science 220 recommended Students entering the One-Year General Secretarial Program must have completed one year of high school typing. 2. LEGAL SECRETARIAL CURRICULUM (One-Year) Completion of this oneyear curriculum, combining Biblical studies and legal secretarial courses, leads to a Vocational Certificate. Required Courses and Credits Biblical Studies 9 Physical Education 1 Business/ Secretarial 38-43 Science Electives N.T. 101, O.T. 102, N.T. 103 or alternatives Physical Education 102 or alternative Business 150, 230; Secretarial Science 110, 111, 112, 113, 123, 201, 231, 232, 233 (Business 140 required depending on background of the student) Secretarial Science 220 recommended Students entering the One-Year Legal Secretarial Program must have completed one year of high school typing. PROGRAMS OF STUDY 55 3. MEDICAL SECRETARIAL CURRICULUM (One-Year) Completion of this oneyear curriculum, combining Biblical studies and medical secretarial courses, leads to a Vocational Certificate. Required Courses and Credits Biblical Studies 9 Natural Science 4 Physical Education 1 Business/ Secretarial Science 34-39 Electives N.T.101, O.T.102, N.T.103oralternatives Biology 232 Physical Education 101 or alternative Business 150; Secretarial Science 11 O, 111, 112, 113, 123, 201, 221, 222, 223 (Business 140 required depending on background of the student) Secretarial Science 220 recommended. Students entering the One-Year Medical Secretarial Program must have completed one year of high school typing. 4. OFFICE OCCUPATIONS CURRICULUM (One-Year) Completion of this oneyear curriculum, combining instruction in Biblical studies and office occupations skills (with emphasis on accounting and non-stenographic courses), leads to a Vocati.onal Certificate. Required Courses and Credits Biblical Studies 9 Physical Education 1 Business I Secretarial Science 29-35 Electives 1-7 N.T.101, O.T. 102, N.T.103 or alternatives Physical Education 103 or alternative Business 110, 120, 130, 150; Secretarial Science 102, 103, 110, 123, 201, 203 (Business 140, Secretarial Science 101 required depending on background of the student) See department listings; Secretarial Science 220 recommended. 5. WORLD MISSION CURRICULUM (One-Year) riculum leads to a Vocational Certificate. Required Courses and Credits Biblical Studies 9 Theology and Church History 9 English 6 Social Science 9 Physical Education Christian Service Applied Christianity World Mission 3 1-2 6-12 6 Completion of the one-year cur- Selected from N. T. 101, 103, 110, 120, 130, 140 Theology 121, 122, 123; Church History 200 English 111, 112 Philosophy 210, 220; Political Science 200 or Anthropology 100 or 110 Physical Education 101, 102, 103 Christian Service 110 Applied Christianity 130, 140, 150, 211 Mission 100, 110, 120, 200 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 57 Course Descriptions The descriptions of courses are arranged according to divisions. The course numbering system is as follows: The first digit of the course number indicates (1) freshman course, (2) sophomore course, or (3) special course for advanced students. The second digit indicates the standing of the course within the Department, from introductory level to degree of intensity (0 through 9). The third digit indicates the term in which the course is offered-(1) first term, (2) second term, (3) third term, and (0) flexible scheduling. The college reserves the right to cancel classes with inadequate enrollment or to change course offerings when the necessity arises. I. DIVISION OF BIBLICAL AND .THEOLOGICAL STUDIES A sequence of Biblical courses has been established to provide maximum coverage of Biblical concepts by students taking the minimum Bible requirement. The Bible Core Sequence is as follows: FRESHMEN Fall Term Winter Term Spring Term N.T. 101 Luke-Acts (or N.T. 120 Hebrews) O.T. 102 Covenant History of the Old Testament (or History 102 History of Ancient Israel or N. T. 140 Gospel of John) N.T. 103 Pauline Epistles (or N.T. 130 General Epistles) SOPHOMORES Fall Term O.T. 201 Isaiah-Jeremiah (or English 230 Literature of the Bible) Winter Term N.T. 202 Romans Spring Term N .T. 203 Revelation A student may substitute Greek 101, 102, 103 for 9 credits of required Bible Core courses. DEPARTMENT OF BIBLICAL STUDIES 0. T. 102 Covenant History of the Old Testament 3 credits The covenant purposes and acts of God as they appear in the historical record of God's people in the Old Testament, with some reference to the continuation and fulfillment of the covenant promise in the New Testament, especially the Gospel of John. 58 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE O.T. 201 Isaiah-Jeremiah 3 credits An historical survey of the last two centuries of the Kingdom of Judah and a study of the prophecies of Isaiah and Jeremiah as they reached their fulfillment in the Messiah of the New Testament. N. T. 101 Luke-Acts , 3 credits A study of the life of Christ and the fundamental teachings of the Christian Church through the student's personal involvement in the works of Scripture. N.T.103 Pauline Epistles 3credits The structure, historical setting, purposes and content of Paul's Epistles to the Galatians, I Corinthians and Prison Epistles are studied with an emphasis upon their relevance to our day. N.T. 110 The Gospel According to Matthew 3 credits A brief survey of the Jewish, Greek and Roman backgrounds, a short introduction to the Gospels, and an intensive study of the life and work of Christ in the light of Old Testament prophecy. Offered alternate years. N. T. 120 Epistle to the Hebrews 3 credits A study of the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy in Jesus Christ and His supremacy and finality. The student is involved with the inductive method of studying the Bible. Offered alternate years. , N.T. 130 General Epistles 3 credits An inductive study of the Epistles of James, Peter, John and Jude with special attention paid to their unique features as compared to other New Testament epistles. Offered alternate years.· N. T. 140 The Gospel of John 3 credits An inductive study concentrating upon the Person and work of Jesus Christ as seen uniquely in the theology of John. N.T. 202 Romans 3 credits An intensive study of the Epistle to the Romans, considering its background, doctrinal content and inspirational message, and emphasizing the doctrine of justifi. cation by faith with its implications for the Christian life. N. T. 203 Revelation 3 credits A survey of the struggle of the Church against Rome, 70-100 A. D. and the central Chrisiology of the Book of Revelation with student interpretation and evaluation of study resu Its. Bible 300 Independent Study 1 to 3 credits Study of special Biblical problems or areas suited to students' needs and interests. DEPARTMENT OF THEOLOGY AND CHURCH HISTORY Courses in this department cannot be substituted for the Bible requirement. Theology 121 God's Way of Salvation 2 credits A study of justification, sanctification and the Christian hope of eternal life as set forth by the Scriptures. The course utilizes the inductive method. Theology 122 The God of Redemption 2 credits A study of the Scriptures and other sources utilizing the inductive technique and with concentration on the attributes of God, the incarnation, the Person and redemptive work of Christ, the sanctifying work of the Holy Spirit, and the relevance of faith in the Triune God in relation to the great fact of redemption. Theology 123 The Church and the Means of Grace 2 credits A study of Scripture and collateral readings using the inductive technique with respect to the means of grace and the role of the Church as custodian thereof. r Theology 300 Independent Study 1 to 3 credits Special theological problems and areas of study for the student's interest. COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 59 Church History 200 Religion in Modern America 3 credits Survey of the -role and importance of religion in the United States with emphasis upon changing conditions and practices among the various religious groups and upon the Lutheran heritage. Especially for the Parish Work Curriculum. Church History 300 Independent Study Special problems and areas of study in Church History. 1 to 3 credits II. DIVISION OF COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH English 100 Basic English 3 credits (see below) For students entering college who need intensive work in mastering basic academic skills in English. Successful completion of this course (passing grade) is necessary before these students can enter the required sequence of College English courses (English 111, 112, 113). Students who receive a C grade or better may be granted elective credit toward the AA degree, but since this course may not transfer to four-year colleges, students are advised to take more than the normal 92 credits. Students in this course are required to attend three hours of class and an additional fourth laboratory hour each week in the skills center. English 111, 112, 113 (A, B, C, D, E or F) College English 3creditsperterm The regular series of courses in freshman College English. English 111 and 112 place emphasis on the students' development and competence in English writing skills and their ability to understand and respond to selected readings. English 113 offers study of specific genre, themes and I or topics in literature. Course titles may vary and may include studies in the Immigrant Experiences, Satire, Social Concerns in Literature, Poetry, the Contemporary Short Novel and the Experience of Fiction. Nine credits of College English are required of all students (with the exception of one-year vocational students). Normally, College English courses must be taken in sequence. English 130 Creative Writing 3 credits Students are given the opportunity to write poetry, short stories, essays and other literary forms. Topics such as literary criticism and marketing are discussed. Students read and evaluate each other's work. English 210 Topics in Literature 3 credits Study of themes and topics in literature such as literature by American minorities, literature by women, or death in literature. English 211, 212, 213 American Literature 211: The New Garden of Eden: The 17th & 18th Centuries 212: The Snake in the Garden: The 19th Century 213: The Garden Becomes a Wasteland: The 20th Century 3 credits per term English 221, 222, 223 World Literature 3 credits per term Chronological survey of major writers, works, genres, themes and movements in world thought and literature from ancient to modern times. Fall Term: Ancient East, Greece, Rome and the Middle Ages. Winter Term: Renaissance, Nee-Classical and Romantic Literature. Spring Term: The Modern Age (1850 to the present). English 230 Literature of the Bible 3 credits Students do extensive reading of the narratives, poems, and apocalyptic writings primarily from the Old Testament. Emphasis is placed on reading the selections as pieces of literature. English 240 Directed Study in Journalism 1 credit per term (maximum of 3 credits) Students are involved in the production of a major publication, including exercises in layout and design, copywriting, photography, and editing. 60 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE English 300 Independent Study 1 to 3 credits Special study programs to fit student needs and interest. May be taken any term. Department approval necessary. DEPARTMENT OF SPEECH 3 credits Speech 100 Fundamentals of Public Speaking A study of the basic concepts used in organizing and delivering speeches. Emphasis on preparing and giving informative and entertaining speeches. Speech 1·1 O Small Group Communications 3 credits Participation in and analysis of behavioral and work norms in small groups. Includes a study of leadership roles, conflict resolution patterns, and the decision making process. Speech 130 Oral Interpretation 3 credits Theory and practice of the techniques of selecting and performing literature orally. Students will study methods of analyzing literature, and will develop techniques for reading prose, poetry and other literary selections. Speech 140 Communication for Parish Workers 3 credits Development of skills in these areas: Interpersonal, for use in visitation and informal counseling; Group, for use in leading study groups and committees; Public Speaking, for use in addressing congregations and other large groups. Open to first year or second year parish work students. Speech 200 Interpersonal Communication 3 credits Study of the concepts of interpersonal communication patterns and the characteristics of ineffective and effective communication behavior. Speech 203 Public Speaking 3 credits A study of the theories and ethics of persuasion. Practice in the art of speaking to persuade or actuate. Prerequisite: Speech 100 or instructor's permission. Speech 300 Independent Study 1-3 credits Research or other creative projects within a speech communication discipline. Departmental approval necessary. · DEPARTMENT OF FOREIGN LANGUAGES German 101, 102, 103 Elementary German 4 credits per term Fundamentals of grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, writing, reading and speaking; reading of some simple German prose and poetry. Prerequisite: completion of or concurrent registration in Eng Iish 111 . German 201, 202, 203 Intermediate German 3 credits per term Review of Elementary German and further study of literary selections; emphasis on speaking, reading and writing German during the winter and spring terms. Prerequisite: German 101, 102, 103 or two years of high school German. 1 to 6 credits German 210 Directed Readings in German Students become familiar with selected works of German literature, and increase their reading speed and comprehension of German. Department approval necessary. 1 to 3 credits German 300 Independent Study Special study programs to fit students' needs and interests. May be taken any term. Department approval necessary. Greek 101, 102, 103 Elementary Greek 5 credits per term Theoretical and practical study of elementary Greek grammar; readings and parsing of selections from the Book of Acts and other selections. Additional Languages-Arrangements can be made for the study of other languages, such as Spanish, French, and Russian if students can provide their own transportation. Interested students should contact the Academic Dean. COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 61 Ill. DIVISION OF SOCIAL SCIENCE DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY, POLITICAL SCIENCE AND GEOGRAPHY 3 credits History 102 History of Ancient Israel Survey of the history of Ancient Israel and the development of the religious insight of the Hebrew people. Attention is also given to the importance of Mesopotamia and Egyptian contributions to the literature of the Bible. History 111 History of Ancient Greece 3 credits Survey of Greek history and culture from the Minoan period through Hellenistic times. History 112 History of Ancient Rome 3 credits Survey of Roman history and culture from prehistoric times through the late Roman Empire. History 113 History of Medieval Europe 3 credits Survey of European civilization from the transformation of the Roman Empire through the fifteenth century. History 121, 122, 123 History of Western Civilization 3 credits per term Survey of the development and accomplishments of Western Civilization with emphasis on institutional, intellectual and spiritual aspects. Fall term: Late Medieval, Renaissance and Reformation. Winter term: Early Modern Europe. Spring term: Modern Europe in a world setting. History 201, 202, 203 History of the United States 3 credits per term Survey of the history of the American people with primary emphasis on their social, intellectual, political, and economic growth. Fall: Pre-Colonial through Early National Period; Winter: War of 1812 through Reconstruction; Spring: 1877 to the present. History 220 The Modern World 3 credits General survey and a more intensive student investigation of the Modern World, 1914 to the present. History ~30 Topics in History 3 credits Topics in history of special interest to students and instructors, such as the history of women, ethnic histories, period histories, movement studies or institutional histories. Prerequisite: Relevant survey course or consent of instructor. History 300 Independent Study 1 to 3 credits Special historical periods and problems; research into particular areas of student interest. May be taken any term. Department approval necessary. · Political Science 100 American Government and Politics 3 credits Study of the principles and structure of Federal Government in the United States and of political issues of the current scene. Political Science 200 Modern Political Thought 3 credits Comparative study of Communism, Fascism and Modern Capitalism in the light of contemporary Christian thought. Political Science 210 Topics in Political Science 3 credits Topics in political science of special interest to students and instructors, such as comparative political thought, practical politics, foundations of democratic thought or study of political institutions. Prerequisite: Relevant survey course or consent of instructor. Political Science 300 Independent Study 1 to 3 credits Research into special areas of student interest. May be taken any term. Department approval necessary. 62 GOLDEN VALLEY LUTHERAN COLLEGE Geography 100 Human Geography 3 credits Survey of the basic tools and concepts of geography and the distribution patterns of physical and human environment, plus emphasis on selected areas. 1 to 3 credits Geography 300 Independent Study Special interests and area studies. May be taken any term. Department approval necessary. DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY AND HUMANITIES Philosophy 101 Introduction to Philosophy 3 credits
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2016-2017 UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG Introduction Undergraduate Catalog 2016-2017 Official Publication of Augsburg College 2211 Riverside Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55454 The Augsburg College Undergraduate Catalog contains information about academic program requirements and academic and student policies and procedures for Fall Semester 2016 - Summer Semester 2017. It is subject to change without notice. The catalog is intended to complement other College publications including the Student Guide and College website. It is important for students to be familiar with all College policies and procedures. Students are strongly encouraged to consult their advisor(s) at least once each semester to be certain they are properly completing degree requirements. Published 2016 Phone: 612-330-1000 www.augsburg.edu 1 A Greeting from the President A college catalog is a wonderful text, full of detail and data that offer all of us a map to our lives together as a college community. This is a map grounded in Augsburg's mission: "To educate students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders." What has prompted you to study this map of Augsburg College? If you're already enrolled at Augsburg, I trust you will continue to find here the awe and wonder of an educational experience that is meaningful and challenging. I hope you will be reminded of the relationships and commitments you have formed at Augsburg—they will last a lifetime. I also hope that you find in this map signposts of the progress you have made in your vocational journey and that you will continue to believe that you have rightly chosen Augsburg as the community in which you will spend time for the next several years. If you are studying this map to find out more about Augsburg College and an Augsburg education, welcome. I believe you will find it not only tells you about the character and essence of our institution, but also about our mission of service, particularly about those whom we serve in a modern, vibrant city. Augsburg is located in the heart of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, and it is in the city that our College both serves and thrives. As you study here, you will find a setting that not only provides remarkable learning opportunities, but one in which you will be able to share your own talents and skills. Augsburg's challenging academic environment is enhanced by both education and service experiences that transform theory into action and unite the liberal arts with the practical in preparing students as faithful citizens in a global society. The experience you are undertaking at Augsburg—or thinking of undertaking—will occur on a small campus in the core of a great city; it will be led by faculty preoccupied with your welfare and the emergence and refinement of your vocational plans. As you join Augsburg College, or consider doing so, please know that those of us who await you here find the College an exciting place, full of diversity and yet possessed of a community dedicated to higher learning and good living. Here you can find your way in the world. May this map be your faithful guide! Sincerely yours, Paul C. Pribbenow, Ph.D. President 2 About Augsburg At Augsburg College, we believe that the college experience should be a time of exploration, of discovery, of new experiences, and of new possibilities. We also believe that a liberal arts education is the best preparation for living in the fast-paced, changing, and complex world of today and tomorrow. Augsburg graduates will be able to demonstrate not only the mastery of a major field of study, but also the ability to think critically, creatively solve problems, and communicate effectively. Discovering Your Gifts and Talents The heart of an Augsburg undergraduate education is the Augsburg Core Curriculum—designed to prepare students to become informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders; and thus achieve the educational goals of our mission. Through "Search for Meaning" courses, students explore their own unique gifts and interests and find where their own talents intersect with the needs of our global society; their vocation At the same time, courses across all disciplines stress the skills that will serve for a lifetime: writing, speaking, critical thinking, and quantitative reasoning, to name a few. Thanks to Augsburg's prime locations in the heart of thriving metropolitan areas, many courses are able to offer rich and varied learning opportunities in real-life situations through academic internships, experiential education, volunteer community service, and cultural enrichment. In a sense, the resources of the Twin Cities and Rochester are extended campuses for Augsburg students. Mission Statement Students who graduate from Augsburg are well prepared to make a difference in the world. They stand as testaments to the College motto, "Education for Service," and mission: Augsburg College educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. The Augsburg experience is supported by an engaged community that is committed to intentional diversity in its life and work. An Augsburg education is defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies, guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran Church, and shaped by its urban and global settings. Campus Location Augsburg College is located in the heart of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota. The campus is bordered by Riverside Avenue and Interstate 94, near the University of Minnesota West Bank campus and the University of Minnesota Medical Center. Downtown Minneapolis is just minutes away, providing access to internships and careers with some of the country's leading companies, as well as entertainment, arts, sports venues, shopping, dining, and transportation. The campus is blocks from the METRO Green and Blue light rail lines, which provide easy access to destinations in Minneapolis and St. Paul, as well as the Minneapolis International Airport. History A College of the Church Augsburg was the first seminary founded by Norwegian Lutherans in America, named after the confession of faith presented by Lutherans in Augsburg, Germany, in 1530. Augsburg opened in September 1869, in Marshall, WI, and moved to Minneapolis in 1872. The first seminarians were enrolled in 1874, and the first graduation was in 1879. Early Leaders Establish a Direction August Weenaas was Augsburg's first president (1869-1876). Professor Weenaas recruited two teachers from Norway— Sven Oftedal and Georg Sverdrup. These three men clearly articulated the direction of Augsburg: to educate Norwegian 3 Lutherans to minister to immigrants and to provide such "college" studies that would prepare students for theological study. In 1874 they proposed a three-part plan: first, train ministerial candidates; second, prepare future theological students; and third, educate the farmer, worker, and businessman. The statement stressed that a good education is also practical. Augsburg's next two presidents also emphatically rejected ivory tower concepts of education. This commitment to church and community has been Augsburg's theme for more than 140 years. Education for Service Keeping the vision of the democratic college, Georg Sverdrup, Augsburg's second president (1876-1907), required students to get pre-ministerial experience in city congregations. Student involvement in the community gave early expression to the concept of Augsburg's motto, "Education for Service." In the 1890s, Augsburg leaders formed the Friends of Augsburg, later called the Lutheran Free Church. The church was a group of independent congregations committed to congregational autonomy and personal Christianity. This change made Augsburg the only higher educational institution of the small Lutheran body. The college division, however, was still important primarily as an attachment to the seminary. The Focus Changed Traditional attitudes began to change after World War I. In 1911, George Sverdrup, Jr. became president. He worked to develop college departments with an appeal to a broader range of students than just those intending to be ministers. Augsburg admitted women in 1922 under the leadership of longtime dean of women, Gerda Mortensen. The College's mission assumed a double character: ministerial preparation together with a more general education for life in society. In 1937, Augsburg elected Bernhard Christensen, an erudite and scholarly teacher, to be president (19381962). His involvement in ecumenical and civic circles made Augsburg a more visible part of church and city life. After World War II, Augsburg leaders made vigorous efforts to expand and improve academic offerings. Now the College had become a larger part of the institution than the seminary and received the most attention. Accreditation for the College Augsburg added departments essential to a liberal arts college, offering a modern college program based on general education requirements and elective majors. Full accreditation of the College was achieved in 1954. A study in 1962 defined the College's mission as serving the good of society first and the interests of the Lutheran Free Church second. The seminary moved to Luther Theological Seminary (now Luther Seminary) in St. Paul in 1963 when the Lutheran Free Church merged with the American Lutheran Church. Subsequently, the American Lutheran Church merged with two other Lutheran bodies in 1988 to form the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. A College in the City Under the leadership of President Oscar A. Anderson (1963-1980), Augsburg became a vital and integral part of the city of Minneapolis. The College began to reach out to nontraditional student populations, ensuring educational opportunity for all students. Also in these years, Augsburg added the Music Hall, Mortensen Hall, Urness Hall, Christensen Center, Ice Arena, and Murphy Place. Dr. Charles S. Anderson led the College from 1980 to 1997. He guided Augsburg's commitment to liberal arts education, spiritual growth and freedom, diversity in enrollment and programs, and a curriculum that draws on the resources of the city as extensions of campus and classroom. Some of the accomplishments during his tenure include instituting two graduate degree programs, hosting national and international figures at College-sponsored forums and events, increasing accessibility, and the addition of the Foss, Lobeck, Miles Center for Worship, Drama, and Communication; the Oscar Anderson Residence Hall; and the James G. Lindell Family Library. Dr. William V. Frame became president in August 1997 and retired in 2006. Under his leadership, the College sharpened its identity as a college of the city, providing an education grounded in vocational calling that provides students both the theoretical learning and the practical experience to succeed in a global, diverse world. Augsburg's Rochester campus was added in 2002, further expanding Augsburg's presence in key cities in the state of Minnesota. 4 Dr. Paul C. Pribbenow became president in July 2006. Under his leadership, the College aims to educate students of all ages—in the midst of a great city—to be faithful citizens of the world. 5 Augsburg Today Augsburg continues to reflect the commitment and dedication of the founders who believed: An Augsburg education should be preparation for service in community and church. Education should have a solid liberal arts core with a practical dimension in order to send out productive, creative, and successful citizens. The city—with all its excitement, challenges, and diversity—is an unequaled learning laboratory for Augsburg students. The vision of the College's work today is lived out in the phrase, "We believe we are called to serve our neighbor. Through common commitments to living faith, active citizenship, meaningful work, and global perspective, Augsburg prepares its students to become effective, ethical citizens in a complex global society. In addition to Augsburg's undergraduate program of liberal arts and sciences, Augsburg offers numerous master's degree programs as well as a doctoral program in nursing practice. For information about graduate programs, go to www.augsburg.edu/grad. Undergraduate and graduate education is offered in a variety formats. In addition to its Minneapolis campus, Augsburg has a branch campus in Rochester, MN. Centers of Commitment The four Centers of Commitment articulate core values that inform the institutional mission of Augsburg College both internally and externally: each Center provides a bridge between curriculum and community; each works to realize the College's Strategic intention to "educate for lives of meaning and purpose" as well as to ensure the College is "at the table" with community partners in relationships of mutual benefit that enhance the College's distinctive identity and deepen the educational experiences of our students. Their themes are reflected in Augsburg's mission: informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. Minneapolis-based Day Program Augsburg's Minneapolis-based Day program offers more than 50 majors—or you can create your own major, either on campus or through the Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities (ACTC). The Day Program provides an educational opportunity for students who want to earn a bachelor's degree through courses that meet during the day or in the evening. Students in the Day Program pay comprehensive tuition that allows them to register for between 12-19 semester credits per term. ACTC is a five-college consortium that allows Day Program students to take courses on other campuses without additional charge while a full-time student at Augsburg. The ACTC consortium includes Augsburg College, St. Catherine University, Hamline University, Macalester College, and the University of St. Thomas. (See Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities (ACTC) section). Adult Undergraduate Program Augsburg's Adult Undergraduate Program provides an educational opportunity for adults who want to earn a bachelor's degree with a flexible schedule and with a learning environment that acknowledges the real life experience adult students bring to the classroom. It is a means by which men and women can gain skills for professional advancement, prepare for a career change, or pursue a personal interest in one or more areas of the liberal arts and professional studies. The Weekend and Evening College (WEC) program began in 1982 with 69 students taking courses in three majors. The program eventually grew to approximately 1,000 students in 18 majors in the liberal arts and professional studies, one of the largest programs of its type among Minnesota private colleges. In Fall 2014, the WEC program began a three year transition into the Adult Undergraduate Program (AU). Current students may continue in the WEC program until spring semester 2017. New students began joining the AU program in Fall 2014. 6 Program Transition Timeline WEC classes will continue to be offered on the evenings and weekends through spring semester 2017. After that term, the program will sunset and all courses will be offered in the AU program. During the transition, WEC students will be able to register for courses in the WEC, AU, or Day programs, depending on their schedule needs. WEC courses will continue to be offered in the hybrid learning model, combining traditional, face-to-face class time, with online and out of class coursework. Adult Undergraduate Schedule The AU schedule is designed to meet the needs of adult students. Courses in individual majors will meet on the same night of the week, on an alternating bi-weekly schedule for the duration of the major. The alternating weeks of the semester are labeled "Maroon" and "Silver." Students select courses from both the maroon and silver schedules, creating an alternating schedule of classes. Face-to-face meetings occur on alternating weeks for three-and-a-half hours on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday, depending on the program. Online and out-of-class work occurs during the non-class meeting week. AU students may attend part-time or full-time each semester. Minneapolis - Adult Undergraduate Program Augsburg's adult undergraduate program offers the flexibility you need, and is delivered in a hybrid-learning format, combining the benefits of face-to-face classroom instruction with the convenience of online learning. The program offers more than 10 majors designed to help you finish your bachelor's degree quickly and efficiently, in as little as two years. Augsburg also offers courses from several Day Program majors during the evening in a traditional classroom setting. These majors include American Indian Studies, computer science, and English/creative writing. Please note that not all of the required courses for the Day Program majors are offered in the evening. For a complete list of degree completion programs offered in the AU Program, visit www.augsburg.edu/pro/majors. Rochester - Adult Undergraduate Program Augsburg's branch site in Rochester was established in 1998 as a natural extension of the College's mission and its expertise in teaching working adults. A variety of undergraduate majors are offered. The Rochester site classrooms and offices are located at Bethel Lutheran Church (ELCA), a few blocks south of the heart of the city, which is home to more than 100,000 residents. It is a city that enjoys a rich ethnic diversity and superior technological resources. In Rochester, Minnesota, students complete the same degree requirements as students in the Minneapolis undergraduate program. Augsburg classes in Rochester meet on a semester schedule with classes taking place on weekday evenings, making them accessible to working adults. As with the adult undergraduate program in Minneapolis, Rochester classes are delivered in a hybrid-learning format, combining the benefits of face-to-face classroom instruction with the convenience of online learning. There are 8 majors offered in Rochester, some of which must be completed by taking courses at the Minneapolis campus. In addition to the degree programs that can be completed entirely in this location, students may work on a variety of other majors through a combination of Rochester and Minneapolis-based evening courses. Students at the Rochester site are Augsburg College students. They are supported through an array of e-learning resources ranging from access to Lindell Library databases to the use of online course management software. Information about the Rochester campus is available at www.augsburg.edu/rochester or by calling the Rochester office at 507-288-2886. 7 Minneapolis Campus Facilities Instruction facilities and student housing at Augsburg's main campus are conveniently located near each other. A tunnel/ramp/skyway system connects the two tower residence halls, the five buildings on the Quadrangle, plus Music Hall, Lindell Library, Oren Gateway Center, and the Foss, Lobeck, Miles Center for Worship, Drama, and Communication. Admissions Office—The Office of Admissions is located on the lower level of Christensen Center. Anderson Hall (1993)—Named in honor of Oscar Anderson, President of Augsburg College from 1963 to 1980, and this residence hall is located at 2016 8th Street. Anderson Hall contains four types of living units and houses 192 students, as well as the Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies; Center for Global Education; and the Office of Marketing and Communication. Center for Wellness and Counseling—The Center for Wellness and Counseling offers programs and services that enhance student learning by promoting personal development and well-being. Christensen Center (1967)—The College Center, with the Admissions Office, student lounge and recreational areas, the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work, the Commons dining facility and Einstein Bros. Bagels, two art galleries, copy center, and offices for student government and student publications. Edor Nelson Field—The athletic field, located at 725 23rd Avenue, is the playing and practice field of many of the Augsburg teams. An air-supported dome covers the field during winter months, allowing year-round use. Foss, Lobeck, Miles Center for Worship, Drama, and Communication (1988)—The Foss Center is named in recognition of the Julian and June Foss family. The Tjornhom-Nelson Theater, Hoversten Chapel, and the Arnold Atrium are also housed in this complex, which provides space for campus ministry, the drama and communication offices. Ice Arena (1974)—Two skating areas provide practice space for hockey and figure skating, and recreational skating for Augsburg and the metropolitan community. Kennedy Center (2007)—Completed in 2007 as a three-story addition to Melby Hall and named for Dean ('75) and Terry Kennedy, it features a state-of-the-art wrestling training center, fitness center, classrooms for health and physical education, and hospitality facilities. The James G. Lindell Family Library (1997)—This library and information technology center houses all library functions and brings together the computer technology resources of the College. It also houses the Gage Center for Student Success. The library is located on the corner of 22nd Avenue and 7th Street and the Center for Learning and Adaptive Student Services (CLASS). Luther Hall (1999)—Named for theologian Martin Luther, Luther Hall is a three-story apartment complex along 20th Avenue, between 7th and 8th Streets that houses juniors and seniors in units from efficiencies to two-bedroom suites. Melby Hall (1961)—Named in honor of J. S. Melby (dean of men from 1920 to 1942, basketball coach, and head of the Christianity Department). It provides facilities for the health and physical education program, intercollegiate and intramural athletics, the Hoyt Messerer Fitness Center, and general auditorium purposes. The Ernie Anderson Center Court was dedicated in 2001. Mortensen Hall (1973)—Named in honor of Gerda Mortensen (dean of women from 1923 to 1964), it has 104 one- and two-bedroom apartments that house 312 upper-class students, the Department of Public Safety and a lounge area. Charles S. Anderson Music Hall (1978)—Contains Sateren Auditorium, a 217-seat recital hall, classroom facilities, two rehearsal halls, music libraries, practice studios, and offices for the music faculty. Old Main (1900)—Home for the Department of Art and the Department of Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies, with classrooms used by other departments. Extensively remodeled in 1980, Old Main combines energy efficiency with architectural details from the past. It is included on the National Register of Historic Places. Oren Gateway Center (2007)—Named for lead donors and alumni Don and Beverly Oren, it is home for the StepUP program, Institutional Advancement offices, the Alumni and Parent and Family Relations Offices, Bernhard Christensen Center for Vocation, the Master of Business Administration Program, the Master of Arts in Leadership program, the 8 Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing program, and substance-free student housing. It also houses the Barnes & Noble Augsburg Bookstore, Nabo Café, Gage Family Art Gallery, and the Johnson Conference Center. Science Hall (1949)—Houses classrooms; laboratories for biology, chemistry, and physics; mathematics; a medium-sized auditorium; faculty offices, administrative offices, and various other program offices. Sverdrup Hall (1955)—Named in honor of Augsburg's fourth president, it contains the Enrollment Center, as well as classrooms and faculty offices. Sverdrup-Oftedal Memorial Hall (1938)—Built as a residence hall and named in honor of Augsburg's second and third presidents, it contains the President's Office, Human Resources, and other administrative and faculty offices. Urness Hall (1967)—Named in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Urness, this tower provides living quarters for 324 firstyear students. Each floor is a "floor unit," providing 36 residents, housed two to a room, with their own lounge, study, and utility areas. 9 Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships Augsburg College is accredited by: The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) (Bachelor, Master, and Doctorate level degrees) Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) (Bachelor, Master level degrees) Augsburg's programs are approved by: American Chemical Society (ACS) ADD American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) Minnesota Board of Teaching National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) Augsburg College is an institutional member of: American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) American Association of Colleges of Teacher Education (AACTE) American Association of Higher Education (AAHE) American Music Therapy Association, Inc. (AMTA) Association of International Education Administrators (AIEA) Campus Compact Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) Diversity Abroad Network The Forum on Education Abroad Institute of International Education (IIE) Lutheran Education Council in North America (LECNA) National Association of International Educators (NAFSA) National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) National Society for Experiential Education (NSEE) Physician Assistant Education Association Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities (ACTC) Higher Education Consortium for Urban Affairs (HECUA) Minnesota Private College Council MPCC) Twin Cities Adult Education Alliance (TCAEA) Augsburg College is registered with the Minnesota Office of Higher Education pursuant to sections 136A.61 to 136A.71. Registration is not an endorsement of the institution. Credits earned at the institution may not transfer to all other institutions. Minnesota Office of Higher Education, 1450 Energy Park Dr., Suite 350, St. Paul, MN 55108, www.ohe.state.mn.us; 651-642-0533. 10 Policies Non-Discrimination Policy Augsburg College, as affirmed in its mission, prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious belief, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, or citizenship in its educational policies, admissions policies, employment, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and/or school-administered programs, except in those instances where there is a bona fide occupational qualification or to comply with state or federal law. Augsburg College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to its employees and students with disabilities. (Approved by Board of Regents on October, 2014) For further information, please contact the College's Title IX Officer: Ann Garvey| Vice President of Student Affairs| Student Affairs Memorial Hall, Room 118G| 612-330-1168| email@example.com Additionally, the College has four Deputy Officers: Deputy Officer for Students: Sarah Griesse| Dean of Students Memorial Hall, Room 118F| 612-330-1489| firstname.lastname@example.com Deputy Officer for Employees: Lisa Stock| Director and Chief Human Resources Officer Memorial Hall, Room 19| 612-330-1783| firstname.lastname@example.com Deputy Officer for Athletics: Kelly Anderson Diercks| Associate Athletic Director Si Melby Hall, Room 205E| 612-330-1245| email@example.com Deputy Officer: Leif Anderson| Vice President and Chief Information Officer Memorial Hall, Room 124D| 612-330-1497| firstname.lastname@example.com The Deputies work with the Title IX Coordinator to identify any patterns or systemic problems that arise and may assist as investigators of complaints. Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA), as amended, provides certain rights to students regarding their education records. Each year Augsburg College is required to give notice of the various rights accorded to students pursuant to FERPA. In accordance with FERPA, you are notified of the following: Right to inspect and review education records You have the right to review and inspect substantially all of your education records maintained by or at Augsburg College. The student must request to review their education records in writing with their signature. The College will respond in a reasonable time, but no later than 45 days after receiving the request. Right to request amendment of education records You have the right to seek to have corrected any parts of an education record that you believe to be inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of your right to privacy. This includes the right to a hearing to present evidence that the record should be changed if Augsburg decides not to alter your education records according to your request. 11 Right to give permission for disclosure of personally identifiable information You have the right to be asked and to give Augsburg your permission to disclose personally identifiable information contained in your education records, except to the extent that FERPA and the regulations regarding FERPA authorize disclosure without your permission. One such exception which permits disclosure without consent is for disclosure to school officials who have legitimate education interests. A school official is a person employed by the College in an administrative, supervisory, academic or research, or support staff position (including law enforcement unit personnel and health staff); person or company with whom the College has contracted (such as an attorney, auditor, or collection agent); a person serving on the board of regents, or a student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official performing his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility. Right to withhold disclosure of "directory information" FERPA uses the term "Directory Information" to refer to those categories of personally identifiable information that may be released for any purpose at the discretion of Augsburg College without notification of the request or disclosure to the student. Under FERPA you have the right to withhold the disclosure of the directory information listed below. Please consider very carefully the consequences of any decision by you to withhold directory information. Should you decide to inform Augsburg College not to release Directory Information, any future request for such information from persons or organizations outside of Augsburg College will be refused. "Directory information" includes the following: The student's name The student's address The student's telephone number The student's e-mail address The student's date and place of birth The student's major and minor field of study The student's academic class level The student's enrollment status (FT/HT/LHT) The student's participation in officially-recognized activities and sports The student's degrees and awards received (including dates) The weight and height of members of athletic teams The student's dates of attendance Previous educational agencies or institutions attended by the student The student's photograph Augsburg College will honor your request to withhold all Directory Information but cannot assume responsibility to contact you for subsequent permission to release it. Augsburg assumes no liability for honoring your instructions that such information be withheld. The Registrar's Office must be notified in writing of your intent to withhold your Directory Information. Right to complain to FERPA Office You have the right to file a complaint with the Family Policy Compliance Office, US Department of Education, 400 Maryland Ave. SW, Washington, DC, 20202, concerning Augsburg's failure to comply with FERPA. Reporting Educational Information Letters of reference must be requested in writing and explicitly indicate what information may be reported in the letter. 12 Annual Security Report The Annual Security Report (ASR) for Augsburg College contains statistics on reported crimes on and near Augsburg property and campus, as well as institutional policies concerning campus security and crime. The Department of Public Safety prepares this annual Crime Report to comply with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act. The report is available online at www.augsburg.edu/dps/reports. For a printed copy, contact Augsburg's Department of Public Safety at 612-330-1717. Student Rights The College has adopted a statement of student rights and responsibilities and has provided for due process in the matter of disciplinary action, grievances, and grade appeal, as outlined in the Augsburg Student Guide, at inside.augsburg.edu/studentaffairs/studentguide. Official Notices A College-provided e-mail account shall be an official means of communication with students, faculty, and staff of Augsburg College. Students, faculty, and staff are responsible for all information sent to them via the College-provided email account. Students should regularly check their e-mail account. If a student, faculty or staff member chooses to forward their Augsburg e-mail, they are responsible for all information and attachments sent to the forwarded e-mail account. Students will also receive official notices via the A-Mail online publication and should routinely review the AMail. Day program students will also receive notices through the student campus mail system (student campus box) and should check their campus mailbox regularly. 13 Admission Augsburg College strives to create a strong, rich, and vibrant campus community with students representing a large number of backgrounds, viewpoints, experiences, talents, and cultures. Selection of students for Augsburg College is based upon careful consideration of each candidate's academic achievement, personal qualities and interests, participation in activities and employment, and potential for development as a student and as a graduate of Augsburg College. Visit Campus Firsthand appraisal of programs, facilities, and academic atmosphere is valuable. First-year and transfer applicants are encouraged to visit the campus and meet with an admissions counselor. Arrangements can be made to meet with a member of the faculty and to attend classes when school is in session. Augsburg's undergraduate admissions staff is ready to help students and families with college planning. Call any weekday between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm—612-3301001 or toll-free 1-800-788-5678—and we'll assist with your questions and arrange a tour for you. Admissions visits and tours are available Monday through Friday during the school year. The Admissions Office is located on the lower level of the Christensen Center and serves traditional, non-traditional, and graduate students. Application Procedures First-year Day Program Students Application for Admission Students should complete the application for admission, including the essay, and submit them to the Admissions Office. Students may apply online for free at www.augsburg.edu/firstyear or www.commonapp.org. Transcripts An official transcript from the high school is required of first-year applicants. First-year applicants who are still high school students at the time of application should have their most recent transcript sent, followed by a final, official transcript upon graduation. If the student has taken college courses, including while in high school, an official transcript from each institution should also be sent. General Education Development (GED) scores may be presented instead of the high school transcript. Test Scores First-year applicants are required to submit results from a college entrance examination unless he or she has been out of high school for more than five years. The American College Test (ACT) is preferred; results from the SAT are also accepted. Test scores recorded on the official high school transcript are sufficient. Augsburg strongly recommends completing the writing portion of either the ACT or SAT. Recommendations One letter of academic recommendation is required for all students. A letter may be submitted by a teacher, counselor, or pastor (spiritual leader). Essay First-year applicants are required to provide a 1-2 page essay (approximately 500 words) on a topic(s) chosen by Augsburg faculty/staff/students. Additional Information If there is additional information that may have affected the applicant's previous academic performance, it may be included as a personal statement with the application and discussed individually with an admissions counselor. On occasion, the Admissions Committee may defer a decision on a candidate's admission until additional information has been received. For example, new test scores, results of the present semester's coursework, additional letters of recommendation, or writing samples may be requested by the committee. If any additional credentials are needed, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions will inform the candidate. 14 Notification of Admissions Decision Admissions decisions are made on a rolling basis. Applicants are notified of the admissions decision usually within three weeks after the application file is complete and has been evaluated by the Admissions Committee. Notification of admission status for completed applications begins in late September. Confirmation of Admission Accepted students are asked to make a $150 enrollment deposit* to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Students who wish to live in College housing must submit a housing contract to the Residence Life Office. *Nonrefundable after May 1. Note: Admission to a major—a separate process from admission to the College—is sometimes required. Check with the Admissions Office and consult the specific department's section of this catalog. Day Program Transfers and Adult Undergraduate (AU) Students A cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.50 (on a 4.0 scale) in previous college work is recommended for transfer admission to the College. Information regarding transfer credit policies is found in the Academic Information section of the catalog. Students who are applying to the AU program should have attempted a minimum of 12 semester credit, including courses in foundation areas (writing, etc.) Application for Admission Students should complete the application for admission, including the essay, and submit them to the Admissions Office. Students may apply online for free at www.augsburg.edu/transfer or www.commonapp.org. Transcripts Official transcripts from all previous postsecondary institutions, as well as final high school transcripts (unless the student has already obtained an A.A. degree) must be sent directly to the Admissions Office. The GED test certificate may be presented instead of the high school transcript. Recommendations One letter of academic recommendation is required for all transfer applicants. Letters may be submitted by a supervisor, counselor, professor, or pastor (spiritual leader). Additional Information If there is personal information that may have affected the applicant's previous academic performance, it may be included with the application and discussed individually with an admissions counselor. Academic recommendations may be required by the Admissions Committee before an admission decision is made. On occasion, the Admissions Committee may also defer a candidate's admission until other information has been received. For example, test scores, results of current coursework, additional letters of recommendation, or writing samples may be requested by the committee. If any additional credentials are needed, the Admissions Office will inform the candidate. Notification of Admissions Decision Augsburg College uses a rolling admissions plan. Students are notified of the admission decision usually within two weeks after the application file is complete and has been evaluated by the Admissions Committee. Note: Admission to a major—a separate process from admission to the College—is sometimes required. Check with the Admissions Office and consult the specific department's section of this catalog. Readmission Day students who have not registered for courses at Augsburg College for one semester or more, and AU/Rochester/WEC students who have not registered for courses at Augsburg College for two or more semesters, must apply for readmission through the Registrar's Office to resume attendance. Students who have attended other institutions during their absence from Augsburg must have an official transcript sent from each institution to the Registrar's Office. Returning students do not pay the application fee. To apply for readmission after withdrawing from the College, students must submit an Application for Readmission. The last day to be approved for readmission is the Friday prior to the start of the term. Please note that processing may take up to 10 business days. 15 If the student has attended other institutions since leaving Augsburg, official transcripts must be submitted to the Registrar's Office. All financial holds must be cleared before a student can be approved for readmission. If the student was academically dismissed, withdrew while on academic warning or probation, or has a GPA below 2.0, they will need to submit a personal statement explaining their circumstances for review by the Student Standing Committee. If the student withdrew for medical reasons, a doctor's note indicating the student is well enough to resume studies must be submitted with the application. Non-Degree Students Individuals may take coursework at Augsburg College as a non-degree seeking students can enroll on a space-available basis. Registration dates are included in the College's Academic Calendar. To apply for admission as a non-degree seeking student, submit the completed application, academic intent, and all necessary unofficial transcripts to the Admissions Office. Individuals who intend to become degree-seeking in the future must submit official transcripts. Contact the Admissions Office regarding which unofficial/official transcripts you may need for your application file. Non-degree seeking students who wish to pursue a degree must reapply for admission by submitting the completed application, academic intent, and all official transcripts to the Admissions Office. Second Degree Students Students who have graduated from Augsburg who are returning to complete an additional major will not be awarded a second degree unless it is a different degree from the first awarded. Students who have completed a four-year degree at an accredited college or university may complete a second degree at Augsburg College. A second degree will not be awarded unless it is a different degree from the first awarded. Second degree requirements include a minimum of 32 semester credits taken at Augsburg, completion of a major, and completion of any liberal arts requirements not covered by a previous degree. Depending on the student's previous degree, completion of a second major (non-degree) may also be an option. International Students International students are a vital part of the Augsburg community. (See International Student and Scholar Services, in the Student Life section.) International students should contact International Student and Scholar Services for an international student application and financial requirements. All applicants must provide proof of financial solvency. For more information, call 612-330-1359 or 1-800-788-5678 (toll-free), email email@example.com or contact International Student and Scholar Services at: Campus Box 307 Augsburg College 2211 Riverside Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55454 USA Students who have attended a college or university outside of the United States will need to obtain a foreign credential evaluation by contacting World Education Services (WES). WES is a nonprofit organization with more than 30 years of experience evaluating international credentials. WES will examine your transcript(s) and prepare a report that will help Augsburg College understand how your international coursework compares to courses and grades in the United States. Augsburg College will use this information in its admissions review and will grant transfer credit where appropriate. World Education Services, Inc. Bowling Green Station PO Box 5087 New York, NY 10274-5087 www.wes.org Phone: 212-966-6311, Fax: 212-966-6395 16 Financing The Board of Regents approves the costs for the academic year. The board reviews costs annually and makes changes as required. Augsburg reserves the right to adjust charges should economic conditions necessitate. Full-Time vs. Half-Time Students will need to be enrolled in 6 credits to be considered half-time and 12-19 credits to be considered full-time. This is an important distinction for charges and for accessing financial aid. Day Program Tuition and Fees Tuition and fees are published online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/tuition/undergraduate-day. Fees (full-time enrollment) The standard program fees are the Student Activity Fee, Technology Fee, Newspaper Readership Fee, MPIRG Fee, and the Campus Greening Fee. Specific courses or programs may have additional fees associated with them, such as lab or supply fees. Full-Time Cost – Fall and Spring 2016-2017 Tuition – Full-Time (12-19 credits per term) Fees – (12-19 credits per term) Overload Fee – (over 19 credits) Semester $17,875.00 $332.50 $1,117 per credit Year $35,750.00 $665.00 $4,468 per 4 credits Part-Time Cost – Fall and Spring 2016-2017 Tuition –Part-Time (less than 12 credits) Fees – (less than 12 credits) $1,117 per credit $183.00 per term $4,468 per 4 credits Other Costs Audit Fee (taking a class for no credit) Music Lesson Fees ½ Hour Lesson 1 Hour Lesson $1,000.00 per course $400.00 $800.00 Room and Board Costs Detailed housing rates are available through Residence Life Office at www.augsburg.edu/reslife/rates. Detailed meal plan rates and flex point options can be found at www.augsburg.edu/reslife/rates/meal-plans. Adult Undergraduate and Weekend/Evening College (WEC) Tuition and Fees Tuition and fees are published online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/tuition/weekendevening-undergraduate. Tuition Students are charged per credit. Students are charged based on their program regardless if they take a course through a different program. All associated costs must be paid by the beginning of each semester to avoid accruing finance charges, unless you have enrolled in an official payment plan through Student Financial Services. Fees Specific courses or programs may have additional fees associated with them, such as lab or supply fees. Adult Undergraduate - Minneapolis $420.00 per credit 17 $1,680.00 per 4.0 credits Weekend/Evening College (WEC) Adult Undergraduate - Rochester Rochester Fee $420.00 per credit $410.00 per credit $1,680.00 per 4.0 credits $1,640 per 4.0 credits $50 per term Payments Semester Charges Prior to the start of each semester, a statement of estimated charges showing charges and financial aid credits designated by the Student Financial Services Office is sent to the student via e-mail. All statements are available online through AugNet's Records and Registration site. Payments can be made online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/header-make-paymentaccount-activity/payments. Augsburg may charge late fees and interest on delinquent accounts. Review the full policy regarding past due balances online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/disclosure. Payment Options Augsburg College offers payment plan options for all students. Information about payment plans is available online at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/payment-plans-and-discounts. Payment Policy Students at Augsburg College are obligated to pay Term Fees and additional charges when they register for each academic term. "Term Fees" include tuition, room and board charges and other fees initiated during your time as a student. Students are responsible to pay for all of these charges regardless of whether financial aid is received or employers or other third parties pay as agreed. "Term Fees" are subject to refund only to the extent allowed under the Augsburg College Tuition Refund Policy. Augsburg accepts the following forms of payment: Cash Students and guest payers may make cash payments in-person at the Enrollment Center. Cash should never be mailed. Students will receive a receipt of their cash payment. Check Students and guest payers may pay their term fees via check either in-person at the Enrollment Center, through mail, or online using e-check/ACH. A $30 NSF Fee will be added for any payment returned by the bank for Non-Sufficient Funds. A receipt will automatically be sent electronically for any online payments. Students who pay in-person or through mail may request a receipt of the check payment. Credit Card/Debit Card Students and guest payers may make student account payments online with a Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express credit card. As of June 10th, 2016, Augsburg will no longer accept credit card or debit card payments in-person, over the phone, or through the mail. Credit cards will only be accepted online via Cashnet, a vendor contracted by Augsburg. Because Cashnet charges Augsburg for their services, a credit card service fee of 2.75 percent will be associated with any credit card payment made to the college. This is to offset the approximately $250,000 in costs that Augsburg accrues annually for providing credit card payment options to our students. Augsburg will not receive any part of the service fee and will not be profiting from it. 18 Financial Aid All students who wish to be considered for financial assistance must reapply each year. In addition to reapplying for aid, students must make satisfactory academic progress toward the attainment of their degree or certificate as stipulated in the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) section of this catalog. Financial assistance awarded through Augsburg may be a combination of scholarships, grants, loans, and part-time work opportunities. The College cooperates with federal, state, church, and private agencies in providing various aid programs. The primary responsibility for financing a college education rests upon the student and family. Financial aid supplements student and family resources. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) helps determine the amount of assistance for which a student is eligible. This analysis takes into account such family financial factors as current income, assets, number of dependent family members, other educational expenses, retirement needs, and special considerations. Types of Aid A student applying for aid from Augsburg applies for assistance in general rather than for a specific scholarship or grant (except as noted). Augsburg may offer both merit-based and need-based financial aid to undergraduate students at the time of admission. First year students can find specific information at www.augsburg.edu/firstyear/scholarships. Transfer students can find information at www.augsburg.edu/transfer/financial-aid-and-scholarships. Augsburg will also determine students' eligibility to receive financial aid grants from both federal and state entities. These grants include Minnesota State Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG), Federal Pell Grant, Federal TEACH grant, and Bureau of Indian Affairs/Tribal and State Indian Scholarship. Contact Student Financial Services if you need any additional information about any of these programs. In addition to aid administered by Augsburg College, students are urged to investigate the possibility of scholarships and grants that might be available in their own communities. It is worthwhile to check with churches, the company or business employing parents or spouses, high schools, service clubs, and fraternal organizations for information on aid available to students who meet their requirements. In addition to these sources, some students are eligible for aid through Rehabilitation Services, Educational Assistance for Veterans, and Educational Assistance for Veterans' Children, and other sources. Loan Assistance Students must be enrolled at least half-time (6 or more credits) to be eligible for any federal loans. Federal Perkins Student Loan o A federally-funded program administered through Augsburg College for students who demonstrate financial eligibility. No interest accrues nor do payments have to be made on the principal at any time you are enrolled at least half-time in school. Simple interest of 5 percent and repayment of principal (at the minimum of $40 a month) begin nine months after you leave school. Repayment may extend up to 10 years. The loan offers a teacher cancellation clause. The maximum that may be borrowed for undergraduate study is $16,000. Federal Stafford Student Loan o Subsidized Stafford Loans are need-based loans that the federal government subsidizes by paying the interest while the student is in school and during the grace period. o For the Unsubsidized Stafford Loan, interest begins accruing on the date of disbursement and the borrower is responsible for all interest. The borrower may choose to make payments while in school or may defer payments and allow interest to accrue and be capitalized (added to the balance of the loan). Federal Parent Loan Program (PLUS) 19 o PLUS is a loan program to help parents meet college costs of their dependent children. Parents may borrow up to the cost of attendance (minus all other student financial aid). Repayment begins within 60 days of final disbursement. Further information about all student and parent loan programs can be found at www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/loans. Student Employment Students are able to apply for work study positions through Augsburg's Human Resources Office. Part-time work provided by the College is considered financial aid, just like scholarships, loans, and grants. Students are limited to a maximum of 20 hours of on-campus employment per week. The number of hours a student can work is dependent on the position and the needs of the department. However, work is not guaranteed. All on-campus work is governed by policies stipulated in the work contract issued to the student employee for each placement. Payment is made bi-weekly by check to the student employee. Federal College Work Study Program and Minnesota State Work Study Program o Under these programs, the federal or state government supplies funds on a matching basis with the College to provide part-time work opportunities. Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Federal regulations require that all higher education institutions establish and implement a policy to measure whether students receiving financial aid are making satisfactory academic progress toward the completion of a degree. The purpose of this policy is to make sure that students who receive financial aid are using this money wisely. It is meant to curtail the use of financial aid by students who fail to successfully complete their course work. Failure to meet the following standards makes a student ineligible for all institutional, federal, and state financial aid. Augsburg's Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy follows the Satisfactory Academic Policy. Student Account Financial Disclosure Students at Augsburg College are obligated to pay Term Fees and additional charges when they register for each academic term. "Term Fees" include tuition, room and board charges and other fees initiated during their time as a student. Students are responsible to pay for all of these charges regardless of whether financial aid is received or employers or other third parties pay as agreed. "Term Fees" are subject to refund only to the extent allowed under the Augsburg College Tuition Refund Policy. Statements and account history are available online through AugNet Records and Registration. Augsburg College may require someone to co-sign on the student's obligations in special cases, such as when a student has a history of late or missed payments. When a co-signer's signature is required, both students and co-signers are responsible for payment of all costs incurred (including collection costs and fees of any collection agency and/or attorney, if applicable) and all other conditions outlined on the Student Account Financial Disclosure. Results of Balances Not Paid in Full Augsburg may charge late fees and interest on delinquent accounts. Missed or late payments will be subject to a late payment charge and/or a finance charge on the overdue balance from the date the balance was due until payment in full is received. If your account is not paid in full on the first day of the term, finance charges at the rate of 8% per year (.67% per month) will be added onto your student account balance. For example, this means that for every $1,000 owed you will receive $6.70 a month in finance charges. A $30 NSF Fee will be added for any payment returned by the bank for Non-Sufficient Funds. Past Due Accounts If the student does not set up a formal payment plan with Augsburg's Student Financial Services department, Augsburg reserves the right to demand payment of the entire balance owed by that student and to take steps to collect it. 20 Augsburg may cancel the student's registration, prevent the student from registering for future terms, withhold transcripts or diplomas, remove the student from on-campus housing, turn the student's account over to a collection agency, or take legal action to collect any past due balance. Each student authorizes Augsburg to release financial information about her or his account and other pertinent information such as address and phone number to third parties who are dealing with the collection of the account balance. By providing us with a telephone number for a cellular phone or other wireless device, you are expressly consenting to receive communications – including but not limited to prerecorded or artificial voice message calls, text messages, and calls made by an automatic telephone dialing system – from us and our affiliates and agents at that number. This express consent applies to each such telephone number that you provide to us now or in the future and permits such calls regardless of their purpose. Calls and messages may incur access fees from your cellular provider. Each student also agrees to reimburse Augsburg College, or its agents, the fees of any collection agency, which may be based on a percentage at a maximum of 40% of the debt, and all costs and expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees, we incur in such collection efforts. Please note that, due to the Bankruptcy Reform Act, educational benefits are generally exempt from discharge under bankruptcy. The terms of this agreement remain in effect until all Term Fees and other charges are paid in full. Tuition Refund Students are eligible for a 100% tuition refund for any courses they drop without notation through the date labeled "Last day to drop without a 'W' grade & 100% refund – Full Semester class" on the Academic Calendar. After this date, students are no longer eligible for any refund of tuition unless they withdraw from all of their courses. This policy is effective whether or not a student has attended classes. Students withdrawing from all of a term's courses may receive a 50% tuition refund when they withdraw by the date labeled "Last day to withdraw with 50% refund – Full Semester class" on the Academic Calendar. Students are responsible for cancelling courses through the Registrar's Office (or online) in order to be eligible for any refund. Students who unofficially withdraw (stop attending) but do not complete the drop/add form are responsible for all charges. Financial aid may be adjusted based on the student's last recorded date of attendance. Refund calculations are based on the date that the drop/add form is processed. Medical Refund If a student is forced to withdraw from one or more courses in a term due to illness or an accident, a request for a medical refund should be made through the Academic/Financial Petition. Petition forms are available through the Registrar's Office website. An extra medical refund may be granted by the Committee upon submission of documentation from the attending doctor, on letterhead, verifying the medical circumstances. Unofficial Withdrawal Federal regulations require that records of financial aid recipients who earn failing grades in all their classes be reviewed. If courses are not completed (e.g., unofficial withdrawal, stopped attending), the College is required to refund financial aid to the appropriate sources according to federal or Augsburg refund policies based on the last recorded date of attendance. Students are responsible for the entire cost of the term, including the portion previously covered by financial aid should they stop attending. Students are strongly urged to follow guidelines for complete withdrawal from college. If there are extenuating circumstances, a petition to have the cost of tuition refunded can be made. Petition forms are available online through the Registrar's Office website. A student who registers, does not attend any classes, and does not withdraw may petition to withdraw retroactively. The student must petition within six months of the end of term and provide proof of non-attendance. Proof can include, but is not limited to, statements from each instructor that the student never attended, or documentation of attendance for the term at another college or university. If approved, grades of W will be recorded and tuition charges for the term will be replaced with an administrative cancellation fee of $300. 21 Financial Aid Policy Financial aid such as federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships are awarded based upon the total number of registered credits on the "Last day to add with faculty signature – Full Semester class" as noted on the Academic Calendar. Students must register for internships, Time 2 classes, and ACTC classes before the "Last day to add with faculty signature-Full Semester class." Financial aid will not be adjusted for classes added after this date. Students must earn the financial aid they are awarded each semester by actively attending and participating in classes throughout the semester. Financial aid is recalculated when students do any of the following: drop classes without a "W" grade, fail to begin classes, cease to attend classes, fail all classes, or fully withdraw from all classes. Financial Aid - Return of Aid Students must earn the financial aid they are awarded each semester. A student can earn their aid by attending classes, or in the event of hybrid/online courses, by being an active participant in the course. Federal/State Aid Adjustments Augsburg is required to return unearned federal/state aid for students who fully withdraw from their courses. Students are eligible to keep more aid the longer they attend their courses. After 60% of the term has passed, students are eligible to keep all of their federal/state aid. If you are planning to completely withdraw from your courses, please see a Student Financial Services counselor to determine what aid may need to be returned. Institutional Aid Adjustments Augsburg will return institutional aid for students who partially withdraw or fully withdraw from courses. If students withdraw from their courses, they will receive a 50% tuition refund and 50% of their institutional aid will be removed. If a student withdraws after the last day to receive a tuition refund, there will be no adjustment to their institutional aid. Credit Refund Augsburg students may be eligible to receive a credit refund if their financial aid exceeds tuition and fee charges for a term. Credit refunds are issued within two weeks after the last day to drop courses without recorded notation. Financial Aid needs to be finalized and applied to a student's account before the credit refund can be issued. (You can verify your financial aid status online through Track Your Financial Aid. You can check your transaction history online to verify that all of your financial aid has been applied to your account and nothing is left pending.) Changes in enrollment status, housing status, and program status may affect financial aid eligibility and credit refunds. Students who are enrolled less than half-time (less than 6.0 credits for undergraduates; less than 3.0 credits for graduates) may not be eligible for financial aid; however, students may apply for private alternative loans. Registration changes made from the first week of the term through midterm may require a return of financial aid funds. Students who drop courses may receive a tuition refund, but some forms of financial aid may have to be adjusted before a refund will be available. Financial aid return of funds may take up to 30-45 days to be processed. Bookstore Students who are registered for the upcoming term will be allowed to charge up to $700 to their student account. Students DO NOT need to request a bookstore account this year. Please plan ahead and purchase books and supplies before the scheduled cut-off dates. Plan ahead for courses that start midterm as you will be unable to charge anything to your student account after the cut-off date. Students' accounts will be billed for only what was spent on their bookstore accounts before credit refunds were issued. If your bookstore charges create a balance on your account, you need to make payments in accordance with your statement. Bookstore purchases charged to a student account are intended for students who have excess financial aid funds to cover their tuition, fees, AND their books or supplies. Please contact Student Financial Services before you purchase books if you need to discuss payment options. 22 Due to the financial aid cycle, you can only charge expenses to your bookstore account during specific times. Third Party If you are expecting a third party to cover the cost of your books, you will need to turn in an itemized receipt of your purchases to the Student Financial Services Office, along with your invoice request. Additional Funds If the cost of your textbooks and supplies are above $700 in one term, you have enough financial aid to cover the additional costs, and you would like to charge the additional amount to your student account, please send the following information to Student Financial Services (email@example.com). All requests need to be in writing. Subject: Request for additional funds Full Name: Student ID number: Additional request: Students will receive an e-mail when the additional request has been processed. Accounts are opened as quickly as possible, but it could take up to two business days for activation. Consumer Information Loss of Financial Aid Eligibility Due To a Drug Offense A student convicted of a state or federal offense involving the possession or sale of an illegal drug that occurred while the student was enrolled in school and receiving Title IV aid is not eligible for Title IV funds. [An illegal drug is a controlled substance as defined by the Controlled Substance Act and does not include alcohol and tobacco.] A borrower's eligibility is based on the student's self-certification on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Convictions that are reversed, set aside or removed from the student's record, or a determination arising from a juvenile court proceeding do not affect eligibility and do not need to be reported by the student. A student who is convicted of a drug-related offense that occurred while the student was enrolled in school and receiving Title IV aid loses Title IV eligibility as follows: For the possession of illegal drugs First offense: one year from the date of conviction Second offense: two years from the date of the second conviction Third offense: indefinitely from the date of the third conviction For the sale of illegal drugs First offense: two years from the date of conviction Second offense: indefinitely from the date of the second conviction A school must provide a student who loses Title IV eligibility due to a drug-related conviction with a timely, separate, clear, and conspicuous written notice. The notice must advise the student of his or her loss of Title IV eligibility and the ways in which the student may regain that eligibility. Regaining Eligibility after a Drug Conviction A student may regain eligibility at any time by completing an approved drug rehabilitation program and by informing the school that he or she has done so. A student regains Title IV eligibility on the date he or she successfully completes the program. A drug rehabilitation program is considered approved for these purposes if it includes at least two unannounced drug tests and meets one of the following criteria: The program received or is qualified to receive funds directly or indirectly under a federal, state, or local government program. 23 The program is administered or recognized by a federal, state, or local government agency or court. The program received or is qualified to receive payment directly or indirectly from a federally or state licensed insurance company. The program administered or recognized by a federally or state-licensed hospital, health clinic, or medical doctor. Policies may change throughout an academic year if necessary to comply with federal, state, or institutional changes or regulations. 24 Residence Life Students who choose to make Augsburg their home find a friendly, 23-acre village in the midst of a major metropolitan area. They make many new friends among roommates and classmates. They are just steps away from Lindell Library, classrooms, Hoversten Chapel, the ice arena, fitness center, and Christensen Center. With just over 1,000 students living on campus, most students and faculty greet each other by name. Augsburg recognizes the importance of the residential experience during the college years. Studies show that students who live on campus are more likely to persist academically, to be involved on campus, and tend to have a slightly higher grade point average. Residence Life staff are professional and student team members available to support students in their academic and co-curricular experiences. Through their efforts residential community members become acquainted with life at Augsburg through educational and social opportunities. Living on campus offers many opportunities for learning, leadership, and fun. Numerous events are planned to welcome students to the community, including dances, movie nights, open mic nights, and weeks devoted to special themes or issues. Resident students have access to a 24-hour computer lounge, wireless internet, study lounges, 24-hour security, laundry facilities, and vending. All rooms and apartments are equipped with hook-ups for telephone, cable television, computers, and internet access. A skyway connecting the lobby of Urness Hall and Mortensen Hall to Christensen Center and Oren Gateway Center to the Lindell Library keeps students out of the weather on the way to class. To secure housing on campus, students need to submit the following items: Housing deposit Residence Life and Dining contract During spring semester, current Augsburg students are provided with information on the process to secure housing for the next academic year. Facilities Urness Hall—One home to new Auggies and upper-class resident advisors, this nine-story high-rise houses 313 students. Each floor is considered a house-unit providing 36 students (two to a room) with their own lounge, study, and utility areas. In Urness Hall, rooms are furnished with a bed, dresser, desk, and chair. Meal plans are required. Mortensen Hall—This building is a 13-story high-rise apartment building. It contains 104 one-bedroom and twobedroom apartments to accommodate 312 upper-class students. Mortensen Hall is carpeted and contains kitchenette units. It is furnished with beds and dressers. Meal plans are required. Anderson Hall—Contains four types of living units: two-bedroom apartments, two-room suites, floor houses, and townhouses. This residence houses 192 upper-class students, and the Neighborhood program. All rooms are furnished with beds, dressers, desks, and chairs. Meal plans are required. Anderson Hall Neighborhoods—This is available to students who are interested in creating a living/learning environment by designing their own house system. All members meet to determine their program focus, educational goals, and community agreement guidelines. Examples of programs of past neighborhoods include ELE (Everyone Loves Everyone), Hip Hop House, Environmental Neighborhood, and Honors. Luther Hall—Opened in 1999, this apartment residence includes studios and two- and four-bedroom apartments with full kitchens. Beds, dressers, desks, and chairs are provided. Underground parking is available at an additional cost. Meal plans are optional. Oren Gateway Center— The new "front door" to the Augsburg campus, Oren Gateway Center offers substance-free living connected to a dining area, underground parking, and classrooms. Opened in 2007, Oren Gateway Center houses the StepUP first-year and upperclass students committed to an alcohol- and drug-free environment. Flats, apartments, and studios are furnished with bed, desk, and dressers. Meal plans are optional. 25 Food Service Commons—Situated on the top floor of Christensen Center, this is the main food service facility for students, faculty, and staff. This spacious room features small-table units for easy conversation overlooking the College quadrangle and Murphy Square. Students on board plans who live in residence halls eat their meals in the Commons. We offer a mealto-go program for those on a tight schedule. Students have the option of using one meal exchange each week at Einsteins or Nabo to supplement the Commons. Einstein Bros. Bagels—On the main level of Christensen Center, Einstein Bros. Bagels sells coffee, smoothies, hot and cold sandwiches, wraps, soups, salads, and snacks. Nabo—This eatery is located in the Oren Gateway Center. Pronounced "náh-bu," with the accent on the first syllable, featured food options include pasta, cold and hot sandwiches, a pasta bar, pastries, and beverages. 26 Student Activities and Organizations Augsburg's mission focuses on student learning in the broadest sense. Experiences in the classroom are an important part of college life, yet learning and development also occur in formal and informal activities of the College and the surrounding area. Whether students take classes in the day, evening, or weekend, the climate for learning and living at Augsburg will add dimension to their education. Athletics and Sports Intercollegiate Athletics Augsburg is affiliated with the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC) and is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III. Men annually compete in football, soccer, cross country, basketball, ice hockey, wrestling, baseball, indoor and outdoor track and field, and golf. Women annually compete in lacrosse, volleyball, cross country, soccer, basketball, ice hockey, softball, swimming, indoor and outdoor track and field, and golf. Facilities At Augsburg, the facilities are for all students, faculty and staff. Check schedules for times when there is open use of the gymnasium and ice arena. On-campus facilities include a double-rink ice arena, a 3-court gymnasium, a multi-purpose athletic field, fitness center with workout machines, a weight room, a racquetball court, and an air-supported dome over the athletic field for winter fitness, rentals, and spring sport practices. Intramurals Every student is urged to participate in activities for recreation and relaxation. An intramural program provides competition in a variety of team sports as well as individual performance activities. Check schedules on the Athletics website for times when there is open use of the athletic field/dome, gymnasium, and ice arena. Campus Activities and Orientation Campus Activities and Orientation (CAO) creates and implements innovative programming that fosters individual and community development and creates an environment where students can connect, engage, and invest in the Augsburg community. CAO programming works to enhance and supplement the liberal arts and professional studies at Augsburg College through quality transitional programs for new students as well as through leadership education. CAO is made up of four program areas: Campus Activities CAO offers several programs and activities throughout the academic year designed to connect and engage students with the Augsburg and surrounding community. Student and Group Leadership Development Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) is an initiative designed to develop new leadership at Augsburg College by empowering incoming students to cultivate and apply their inherent leadership skills through a semester-long skill-building training program. Student Group Development-CAO provides student groups with workshops focusing on social justice, privilege, antioppression, and other pertinent areas of development. Orientation Programs SOAR is a required two-day, overnight orientation experience for incoming first-year day students designed to help with the transition to Augsburg College. Students will meet fellow classmates, faculty, and staff; learn about college resources and services; and get a taste of life on campus. 27 Parent SOAR is an optional orientation experience for the parents and guardians of first-year students that runs concurrently with the students' SOAR session. Parents obtain important information about the campus; meet fellow parents, faculty, and staff; learn about college resources and services; and get a taste of what life will be like for their students on campus. Transfer SOAR is a required day-long orientation experience for transfer students designed to help with the transition to Augsburg College. Students will learn about College resources and services, hear about academic programs, and discover why being a part of the Augsburg community is so rewarding. Auggie Days is a required on-campus orientation experience for incoming first-year day students, which is designed to complement SOAR, provide opportunities to enhance academic and personal success, and offer a helpful advantage in starting at Augsburg College. Student Organizations CAO manages student organizations on campus and provides them access to many benefits, including but not limited to: organization emails, websites, Auggie's Nest lockers, Auggie Room supplies, skill-building workshops and conferences, advising, funding and grants, and much more. Campus Ministry At Augsburg College, we are "guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran Church." Because of this identity, we seek to develop an environment where people are encouraged to use and discover gifts and a sense of call and vocation. As a college of the church, we emphasize the development of this through attending to the sacred, living into radical hospitality, and shaping community. The college pastors, Chaplain to Student Athletes, Muslim Student Advisor, and campus ministry staff have offices in Foss, Lobeck, Miles Center for Worship, Drama, and Communication and are available for spiritual guidance, counseling, support, or information. Our concern for spiritual care is evident in the opportunities we encourage and provide for students to explore their own faith. Daily worship, Wednesday Night Holy Communion, Bible studies, community outreach, retreats, peace and justice events, concerts and gatherings, Friday prayer, and interfaith initiatives are examples of the wide varieties of activities on campus. Community Engagement The Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship, rooted in Augsburg's mission to educate students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders, aims to: Create a culture of civic agency and engagement among students, faculty, staff, and our broader community so that graduates are architects of change and pioneers in work of public significance. Foster connections with local community based organizations and position Augsburg as an anchor institution in the Twin Cities. Revitalize the democratic and public purposes of higher education in a time when strengthening colleges' visible contributions to the common good, not simply to private benefit. Bonner Leaders Program In Fall of 2008 Augsburg College launched its first year of the Bonner Leaders Program. Through the Bonner program, students develop deep community relationships and engage in long-term policy advocacy throughout their time at Augsburg. Those selected to be Bonner Leaders are students with diverse ethnic and geographical backgrounds and experience in community and public work. Through placements with partner nonprofit organizations and community programs, students work an average of 220 hours each academic year supporting ELL classrooms, running an employment education computer lab, coordinating a low-income housing program, community health outreach, tutoring in afterschool programs, and more. Beyond their work-study placements, students participate in civic engagement efforts on campus. 28 Through their participation with the Bonner Leaders Program, students engage in monthly guided reflections and leadership development workshops. The Augsburg Bonner Leaders Program is a successful model that builds on the College's culture of community and civic engagement. Campus Kitchen The Campus Kitchen Project connects the campus community with the larger neighborhood by using food as a tool to nourish bodies, develop leadership, and educate students through service learning. To accomplish these goals, four programs focus on this engagement: Food to Share o Surplus food from the Augsburg Dining Service is donated, reheated, and served by student volunteers to neighborhood partners, including homeless shelters, youth and senior programs, and others. Augsburg students in need can also find free food at our food shelf on campus, the Campus Cupboard. Food to Grow o On the corner of campus, Augsburg staff and students manage a community garden composed of nearly 100 garden plots where community and campus members can grow their own food. The garden staff also hosts classes on healthy living in which neighborhood youth learn to grow and cook healthy food. Food to Buy o Find fresh produce grown by local farmers at the weekly farmer's markets Tuesdays through the summer: 11-1 pm at Foss Chapel on campus, and 2-5 pm at the Brian Coyle Center down the street. The market doubles any purchase made with food stamps. Augsburg is also the host of an organic CSA farm that people can become members of and get a large box of produce each week. Food to Know o Understanding our food system and community health through programs that educate on issues of hunger and poverty, and cooking and gardening classes in the community and weekly on campus. Common Table The Common Table, located at 2001 Riverside in the Trinity Congregation Building, is devoted to building community capacity to make change by connecting and equipping leaders. Connecting campus community with neighborhood community. Connecting students to local communities, professionals, and movements. Connecting community members across boundaries at an intersection. Equipping young people with the mentorship and connections to pursue their goals. Equipping community members with the tools and experience of public work and organizing. Equipping leaders with an equity analysis for equitable leadership. We continue to welcome new ideas for utilizing this multi-purpose space to deepen the relationships between Augsburg College, Trinity Lutheran, the Cedar Riverside neighborhood, and the Twin Cities. Jane Addams School for Democracy The Jane Addams School for Democracy brings immigrant families, college students and other community members together to do public work and learning. It is a community-based initiative inspired by the vision of democracy, productive citizenship, and popular education held by settlement house pioneers like Jane Addams, who created Hull House in Chicago in 1889. Participants in the school include long-time community residents, Hmong, Latino, and East African refugee and immigrant adults and children, as well as students, faculty, and staff from nine Twin Cities colleges and universities. The non-bureaucratic and non-hierarchical structure of Jane Addams School breaks down barriers so that people can work together across language, culture, gender and age differences to address issues that impact their daily lives. 29 Public Achievement The Public Achievement organizing model recognizes that people of every age have skills, talents and ideas, and that by learning to work strategically with others they can solve problems and build sustainable democratic societies. In a school setting, young people form teams to take action on a public problem that is important to them (for example, driving out gang activity or improving classroom space). The team works with a coach—typically a teacher or college student—to develop an action plan. Through practice and reflection, the team members develop public skills and confidence. Service-Learning and Community Engagement/Community Service-Learning Augsburg's Community Service-Learning Program provides students with opportunities to understand and respond to needs in the city through course-embedded service experiences and civic engagement activities. A key component of community service-learning is reflection on and analysis of community issues in order to promote personal and educational growth and civic responsibility. By connecting classroom content with service-learning experiences in the city, Augsburg students deepen their understanding of abstract course concepts while learning about pertinent and related community issues. This dynamic and interactive educational approach employs reciprocal learning between students and their community. Service-learning components are embedded in most academic disciplines. Examples of community service-learning sites include homeless shelters, cultural and environmental organizations, tutoring programs, and literacy centers. Fine Arts Students have many opportunities to participate in music and drama. In addition to appearing on campus and in the city, the Augsburg Choir, Concert Band, and Orchestra may perform on regional, national, and international tours. Many other ensembles are available to cover the entire range of musical styles and previous musical experience. Students stage several plays on campus each year under the direction of the Theater Program and have the opportunity to attend a series of on-campus workshops with visiting arts professionals. Student Center Christensen Center, the Augsburg student union, serves students, faculty, staff, alumni, and guests. Traditionally considered the "living room" of the campus, the student union provides a central gathering place for the diverse populations of residential, commuter, Adult Undergraduate, and graduate students at Augsburg through the merging of curricular and co-curricular programs and activities. Christensen Center also houses several student services, such as the Admissions Office, Campus Activities and Orientation, the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work, Multicultural Student Services, LGBTQIA Student Services, Event and Conference Planning, the Copy Center, Shipping and Receiving, the Information Desk, A'viands Food Services, and Mail Services. The Auggie's Nest, located on the ground floor of Christensen Center, serves as the student organization office area and houses the Augsburg Day Student Government, the Augsburg ECHO (campus newspaper) office and the KAUG (campus radio) office. Lockers are also available in this area for student organization use. Student Government The Augsburg Day Student Government and the Adult Undergraduate Student Advisory Council organizations support and advocate for student concerns, needs, and activities. These student government groups serve as the official student governments, and the primary voice and liaison between students and the administration, faculty, and staff of Augsburg College. 30 Student Resources/Academic and Support Services Lindell Library Resources Since 1997 the James G. Lindell Family Library has been home to a wide variety of print and digital collections, now numbering almost 200,000 books, 60,000 e-books, 60,000 e-journals, 4,000 movies on DVD or VHS, and more than 120 databases. Through its streaming video services, Lindell Library provides access to an additional 50,000+ educational videos. Lindell also houses significant collections of juvenile literature and K-12 curriculum materials, as well as the College's archives and special collections. If that still isn't enough, Lindell Library belongs to CLIC, Cooperating Libraries in Consortium, a network of seven private liberal arts colleges in the Twin Cities. Augsburg students can borrow books and videos from any of the other CLIC libraries and get those materials delivered directly to Lindell Library through CLIC's daily courier service. Research Support Research Support Research help is always available, either online or in person, at Lindell Library's Learning Commons. Our research guides, available on the library's website, provide access to key research materials on topics as wide-ranging as health and physical education, film studies, computer science, or music therapy. Students can talk to an expert in person at Lindell's Learning Commons desk, by phone at 612-330-1604, by email at email@example.com, or chat with an expert 24/7 through our Ask-A-Librarian service at library.augsburg.edu. Other Cool Stuff Libraries are more than just books and databases, they are places to gather for collaborative research or quiet study and reflection. At Lindell Library, you can do both. Ten group study rooms are available on the top floor of Lindell Library, and can be reserved up to two weeks in advance. The lower level is a designated quiet study space for those who prefer to work alone. Whether working alone or in a large group, Augsburg students can check out a laptop from the Library's Circulation Desk. Other equipment is also available for check out; just ask our friendly staff for assistance. The staff at Lindell Library are eager to help you with all your research needs. Stop by anytime that the library is open (hours are always posted on the library's website), or contact us at: library.augsburg.edu email@example.com 612-330-1604 Information Technology Resources Augsburg College has built a reputation as a leader in its commitment to provide students with relevant and timely access to information technology and training. Visit the Student Technology website, inside.augsburg.edu/techdesk, for more on Information Technology at Augsburg. Computer Labs Students have access to more than 250 on-campus computers. Both PC and Macintosh desktop computers are available in the Lindell Library Learning Commons and computer lab, and in the 24-hour Urness computer lab. The College has five computer classrooms, 41 technology-enhanced classrooms and one video conferencing-enabled classroom. The circulation desk in Lindell Library has 45 wireless laptops available for use in the library. Several computer clusters are available for more specific student use within academic departments. A high-speed fiber optic campus network provides access to AugNet online services, printing, and to the internet. Network-ready student machines can connect to the campus network from residence hall rooms or any building on campus using WiFi. All of the AugNet online services are available securely on- and off-campus. 31 Clair and Gladys Strommen Center for Meaningful Work Career & Internship Services The Career and Internship Services office is an integral component of the Clair and Gladys Strommen Center for Meaningful Work. Our staff is committed to helping students develop lifelong career management skills that honor each student's unique gifts and aspirations, aligned with active citizenship in the world. The Career and Internship Services office plays an essential role in students' overall education and includes a comprehensive resource center that emphasizes the importance and value for all students to engage in internships, career development, and the exploration of vocation throughout their college years. We help students and alumni: Assess their values, interests, personality, strengths, and skills Explore meaningful work options and majors that align with these elements Link academic majors with career paths Consider the role that vocation plays in their lives Clarify their personal definition of meaningful work Build experience through volunteer and internship learning opportunities Prepare for the job search and/or graduate school Build lifelong career management skills to successfully navigate the changing job market Make a difference in our communities by contributing their unique gifts to the world Augsburg offers several opportunities for students to gain on-the-job and internship experience. Our faculty and staff have developed partnerships with community organizations and employers that provide learning opportunities to students, many of which fulfill the Augsburg Experience requirement for graduation. Internships Internships for Academic Credit o An internship for credit is a carefully planned, work- or service-based learning experience where a student focuses on specific learning objectives that connect concepts of the major to the experience. An academic internship is approved, supervised, and evaluated by a faculty member in the department in which the student wishes to earn the internship credit. Interdisciplinary (INS) internships are also available. A learning agreement plan, negotiated with the faculty supervisor and work supervisor, outlines the academic objectives, strategies, and evaluation methods for receiving credit. Students complete internships in nonprofits, small and large businesses, government agencies, museums, arts organizations, schools and churches. o Internships for credit are available in all majors and can be taken during any semester. Students must be registered for their internship during the term in which they are completing the majority of their experience. Credit will not be awarded for past experiences. Internships can be registered for 2 or 4 semester credits. A two credit internship involves a minimum time commitment of, on average, 6 hours per week or 80 total hours for the semester. Internships for four credits require a minimum time commitment of, on average, 12 hours per week or 160 total hours for the semester. A maximum of 16 semester credits of internship may count toward the total credits required for the degree. Upper division internships completed off-campus for credit will automatically fulfill the Augsburg Experience graduation requirement. Non-credit internships o Internships related to a student's major or career interests can be registered for a zero-credit internship (AUG EX3) to fulfill the Augsburg Experience graduation requirement. The goal is for students to apply theory to practice in a real world setting and reflect on the experience. Internship opportunities are typically part-time during the academic year and/or full-time during the summer, but may have flexible start dates and schedules. Students choosing to complete this option will register the internship during the term in which they will be completing the experience, set learning goals, complete a minimum of 80 hours, and reflect on their experience. The Director or Internship Coordinator of Career and Internship Services supervises non-credit internships and evaluates the reflection process. 32 Work Connections (Available to WEC and AU students only) o Work Connections is a non-credit option available to WEC/AU students who are currently working full or part-time. The Work Connections option allows WEC/AU students to utilize their rich and often extensive work history to meet the Augsburg Experience graduation requirement in lieu of a traditional internship. WEC/AU students choosing to complete this option will register for the Work Connections course (AUG EX4) during the term in which they intend to complete their reflection work. This option requires students to write learning outcome goals that integrate their on-the-job experience with classroom learning and complete reflection assignments describing an academic and work connection. Staff of Career and Internship Services supervises and evaluates the Work Connections reflection process. Gage Center for Student Success The Gage Center assists all Augsburg students in setting and achieving optimal academic goals here at the College and beyond. The Gage Center is located on the Link Level of Lindell Library. The center consists of five collaborating units: Academic Advising The professional staff advisors in the Deidre Middleton Office of Academic Advising work directly with students in identifying academic interests and satisfying the curricular requirements of the college. In addition, we support the work for faculty advisors. Our office assists new Day and Adult Undergraduate (AU) students with initial course selection and registration, and provides orientation to the academic policies, procedures, and resources at the College. In addition, Academic Advising administers assessment tests, interprets graduation requirements, provides degree planning resources, and answers academic progress questions. All incoming students are assigned a faculty and staff advisor. Staff advisors work closely with students to ensure their understanding of available resources and support. As students become more familiar with the College, they spend more time meeting with their faculty advisor and developing the faculty-student mentoring relationship. Once a major is declared, each student will select a faculty advisor from their chosen discipline by completing the Change of Major/New Advisor Form. While all students are required to meet with their faculty advisor(s) each term prior to registration, students are encouraged to meet with their advisor(s) as often as necessary to support their academic progress. Students must declare their major(s) by the end of their sophomore year. Majors and minors are declared online in Augnet Records and Registration. Students confirm their majors and minors on an annual basis until the Intent to Graduate form is submitted. Academic Skills Office (ASO) The Academic Skills Office helps students to achieve their academic goals and become self-directed learners. Comprehensive academic support (e.g., training in time management, note-taking, reading, testing, motivation/procrastination, problem solving, troubleshooting) is available for all Augsburg students through individual and group appointments. In addition, the Academic Skills coaches address affective needs and aid in the overall transition to college. Coaches also refer students to campus resources. The Academic Skills Office coordinates several programs to support students: Academic Skills Coaching o All students in need of academic support services may meet with a professional member of our staff (academic skills coach) to identify issues, find short-term solutions, problem-solve, and learn about additional resources on and off campus. Tutoring/Supplemental Instruction Services o ASO coordinates free tutoring (individual and group drop-in) for most classes and supplemental instruction in specific courses. Tutors and SI leaders are recommended by course professors and trained by ASO to provide tutoring support. See form here, call us at 612-330-1445, or e-mail your tutor request to firstname.lastname@example.com. Response time varies based on tutor availability. You will receive an e-mail as soon as a tutor is available. CAP Program – Connect, Achieve & Progress 33 o Each year, a limited number of students are admitted conditionally through the CAP program. If CAP students do not meet the program requirements in their first semester, they will be continued in the CAP program, placed on probation, or dismissed. Get more information at the Academic Skills Office website, http://www.augsburg.edu/acskills. See the Academic Progress, Probation, and Dismissal section of the catalog for a description of probation and dismissal procedures. Satisfactory Academic Progress Warning and Probation Advising o Students who do not meet the College's Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) standards, will be placed on Warning, Probation, or Suspension. Students on Warning and Probation are required to meet with an approved academic advocate and complete all necessary requirements as outlined on the Academic Skills Office website at www.augsburg.edu/acskills. A registration hold is placed on the student's record, which will prevent registration until the necessary Probation requirements have been completed. Students who do not complete the requirements as needed, may be suspended. For more information see the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) section of this catalog. Center for Learning and Accessible Student Services (CLASS) The Center for Learning and Accessible Student Services (CLASS) provides individualized accommodations and academic support for students with documented learning, attention, psychiatric, sensory, and physical disabilities, as well as those with temporary disabilities. CLASS has been recognized as a leader in its field, helping these students gain access to the college curriculum. Its mission is a reflection of Augsburg's commitment to providing a rigorous and challenging, yet supportive, liberal arts education to students with diverse backgrounds, preparations, and experiences. Each term, Disability Specialists work directly with students to develop a plan for ensuring they have equal access to Augsburg courses, programs, activities, and facilities. Students are encouraged to meet regularly with their specialist, and discussions may include: Accommodations for testing and coursework (e.g., extended time, note-taking) Referrals to other campus resources (e.g., tutoring, student technology assistance, academic advising, counseling, financial aid) Training and use of assistive technology through the Groves Accommodations Laboratory Coaching on academic, organizational, and time management skills Campus living accommodations The Disability Specialists may also consult with instructors, academic advisors, and other members of the college faculty, staff, or administration to support each student as they work toward success. Taking advantage of these accommodations and services, however, remains the student's responsibility. Any Augsburg student who wants to establish eligibility for accommodations and services should schedule a meeting with a Specialist to discuss their needs, as well as appropriate documentation of their disability. CLASS also provides informal screenings for students who suspect they may have a learning-related disability. These screenings are meant only to help students determine whether they should seek a thorough evaluation by a qualified professional. Academic accommodations are intended to ensure access to educational opportunities for students with disabilities and may not fundamentally alter the basic nature or essential components of an institution's courses or programs. The services and technology provided by CLASS are enhanced by generous support of the Gage family and Groves Foundation. For further information, call 612-330-1053. TRIO Programs TRIO programs are funded by the US Department of Education, and hosted with additional funding by Augsburg College. TRIO Programs seek to help students overcome class, social, academic, and cultural barriers to higher education. They help students prepare for college, adjust to college life, persist in college, and maintain good academic standing to graduate with a bachelor's degree, as well as assist with preparation for graduate school. 34 TRIO/Student Support Services Student Support Services (SSS) is a TRIO program designed to help students persist in college and graduate in a timely manner. The program serves students who are low-income, first-generation college students (neither parent has a fouryear degree) and/or students with disabilities to develop the skills and motivation necessary to successfully pursue and earn a bachelor's degree. Participants in TRIO/SSS must also be US citizens or permanent residents or refugees, must demonstrate academic need for program services, and must be committed to succeed in college. Augsburg TRIO/SSS serves 160 students from the point of admission through graduation, including transfer students. TRIO/SSS typically admits 40 new students to the program each year. Students meet regularly with their TRIO/SSS staff advisor to address academic success issues through: Individual academic advising and support, including appropriate goal attainment strategies and self-advocacy skillbuilding Academic program planning, including pre-registration for each term, major and career decision-making, and longterm course planning Preemptive tutoring during the first seven weeks of the semester Financial aid counseling and financial literacy education Information on and assistance with FAFSA renewal and supplemental scholarship applications Academic progress monitoring Weekly adjustment-to-college meetings for first-year students Weekly progress meetings for students on academic probation and for students admitted through Conditional Admit Program (CAP) Career, academic and personal skills development, with referrals to appropriate resources Information, preparation, and referral to on- and off-campus leadership, internship, job and service opportunities Academic success workshops, group academic skill development Graduate and professional school information and application assistance Social and cultural activities and student-led events Equipment lending program for short-term use of laptops, graphing calculators, Smart Pens Five-week residential Summer Bridge program for 25 incoming first-year students, including free summer-term college coursework, academic seminars, adjustment-to-college workshops, and advising Need-based college completion scholarships for junior and senior students actively participating in TRIO/SSS Students may apply for TRIO/SSS any time after admission to Augsburg College; however, preference is given to students who apply within their first term of enrollment. For more information or an application, go to www.augsburg.edu/triosss or contact program staff directly at 612-330-1311 or email@example.com. TRIO-McNair Scholars Program The Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement (McNair Scholars) Program, a federal TRIO program funded by the US Department of Education, is designed to prepare participants for graduate school through involvement in research and other scholarly activities. The goal is to increase the number of students in doctoral degree programs who are low-income, first-generation and/or underrepresented in graduate education. The Augsburg McNair program serves 26 students per year who are admitted during their sophomore or junior year. Admission is competitive as students must demonstrate strong academic potential and have an interest in pursuing doctoral studies. To be eligible for the program the student must be: (1) enrolled full-time at Augsburg College; (2) a permanent resident or U.S. citizen; (3) qualify as BOTH low-income AND first generation; AND/OR a member of a group underrepresented in graduate study—African American, American Indian, Alaskan Native, or Hispanic/Latino. A major component of the Augsburg McNair Scholars Program is a summer research experience in collaboration with a faculty mentor. Scholars receive a $4,000 research stipend, plus a room and board stipend, and funding for research supplies. Stipends are also available for attending and presenting research at a professional conference. McNair Scholars participate in: A motivated, diverse, and supportive learning community; 35 Graduate school preparation and application assistance; Intensive preparation for the Graduate Records Examination (GRE), the test required for admittance into most graduate programs; Social and cultural activities to enrich participants' academic lives and perspectives; Conference travel and professional presentation of participants' research; Financial aid exploration and financial incentives such as fee waivers for graduate school applications and the fee reduction waivers for GRE, as well as McNair-designated national fellowships; Academic workshops and the 2 credit course McNair 301: Research in the Disciplines; Workshops to sharpen writing, library, technology, and oral presentation skills. The McNair Scholars program is rigorous and highly respected among graduate institutions nationwide. Office of Undergraduate Research and Graduate Opportunity (URGO) The Office of Undergraduate Research and Graduate Opportunity is a resource for Augsburg students seeking research, scholarship, and graduate and professional school opportunities. URGO also supports faculty and staff in their work to engage students in these areas. Services include: Undergraduate Research Summer Research Program o URGO Summer Research is a 10-week, on-campus program where students join a faculty member's ongoing research/creative line or carry out an individually designed project. Students receive $4,000, a supply budget and a housing stipend. Academic year research o $1,200 to pursue scholarship with a faculty mentor Off-campus Summer Research Opportunities o URGO maintains a comprehensive website, listing off-campus research opportunities. URGO staff work with students to craft and submit high-quality applications for research experiences across the U.S. and some outside the U.S. Nationally-Competitive Fellowships Provide application assistance and interview preparation for awards such as the: Fulbright US Student Program Goldwater ($7,500 science scholarship) Rhodes (two years at Oxford) Truman (graduate fellowship for public service) Mitchell (one-year study at Irish institution) Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship Marshall (two-year study at UK institution) Udall ($7,000 for undergrad interested in environmental or tribal policy) UK Summer Fulbright (first and second years study abroad at UK institution) NSF (graduate fellowship) Gates/Cambridge (two years at Cambridge) Graduate School and Pre-Health Sciences Advising Individualized advising and application assistance for: Graduate school Pre-health sciences (medical school, physician assistant program, pharmacy school, veterinary medicine, physical therapy, occupational therapy, public health. etc.) GRE Exam preparation course offered each summer at low cost 36 Other Initiatives Zyzzogeton is our annual on-campus festival showcasing undergraduate research and creative activity. Fund student travel to national academic conferences to present research findings. Mayo Innovation Scholars Program is a collaborative research between select Minnesota private colleges, Augsburg undergraduates, Augsburg's MBA program, and the Mayo Clinic Office of Intellectual Property. Bernhard Christensen Center for Vocation Augsburg College has a deep and long-standing commitment to the concept of vocation--the idea that all people are called by God to use their individual gifts to serve the neighbor. The Christensen Center for Vocation works with students, faculty, and staff to explore how each person's contributions can be uniquely valuable and how we might best live in freedom and responsibility for the sake of the world. The commitment to keep this understanding of vocation central to Augsburg's mission is carried out by embedding the exploration of vocation in the curriculum as well as through the Christensen Scholars program, internship and service opportunities, short term projects and public lectures. The Christensen Center for Vocation also works to deepen and extend Augsburg's commitment to interfaith engagement. That commitment includes an Interfaith Scholars program, creating a campus culture in which people of diverse religious traditions have welcoming sacred spaces, convening conversations that respect and explore our differences while also engaging together in acts of service, peacemaking and working for justice. The Christensen Center for Vocation is committed to working with churches, diverse religious communities, nonprofit organizations and other schools of higher education as we live out Augsburg's commitment to educate students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers and responsible leaders. StepUP® Program The StepUP program at Augsburg College strives to help students champion lives of recovery, achieve academic success, and thrive in a residential community of accountability and support. The culture of StepUP is shaped by its core elements: abstinence-based recovery models, mutual support groups, peer-to-peer recovery support, and other proven pathways to healthy recovery - along with the residential component of the program. Our holistic approach to recovery focuses around students developing healthy minds, bodies, spirits, and emotions. Students live in on-campus recovery housing, have individual support meetings with licensed alcohol and drug counseling staff, and participate in team and community-building activities. Students have access to academic skills specialists and other support services on campus in order to ensure their educational success. Participation in StepUP offers students leadership opportunities within the program, on campus, and in the greater Twin Cities community. Our students give back through leadership and service and thrive in an alcohol- and drug-free environment. In StepUP, students join together to form a community in which recovery is celebrated as a normal part of personal growth. Many of the friendships and bonds that students form while participating in the program last a lifetime. In order to qualify for the program, students must be committed to a 12-step or other proven, abstinence-based recovery program, have a minimum of six months of continuous sobriety, agree to abide by the StepUP student agreement, and live in StepUP housing. Multicultural Student Services American Indian Student Services The American Indian Student Services program has been assisting American Indian students to further their academic careers at Augsburg College since 1978. The program's mission is to recruit, retain, and graduate Native students by providing academic, financial, emotional, and cultural support and advocacy in a comfortable and friendly environment. Some of the services provided include: Assisting students with the admission process and financial aid application 37 Nurturing students' identification as an American Indian and providing opportunities for students to learn about their heritage Providing opportunities for the campus community to learn about the variety of American Indian people and cultures Providing academic advising and course plans Providing opportunities to network with other American Indian students, faculty, staff, and alumni Providing a number of different scholarships, including the Bonnie Wallace Leadership Award, Minnesota Indian Teacher Training Partnership Grant, and additional assistance in seeking and applying for other outside/tribal scholarships Offering community and professional referrals, networking opportunities within the Native community and information about jobs and internships Latin@ Student Services Mission The mission of Latin@ Student Services (LSS) is to provide services, programs and resources that empower Latin@ students to persist and graduate, develop and strengthen their self-advocacy and leadership skills, and contribute to the advancement of the communities they are part of. Most importantly, LSS seeks to be a safe inclusive place where students feel a sense of belonging and community and find pride in their self-identified identities, affinities, and culture. History Originally established in 1994 to support a majority of international and 2nd generation hispano/latino students, the office of Hispano/Latino Student Services was re-branded in 2014 under the Latin@ Student Services (LSS) name in recognition of the changing demographics and needs of current Latin@ students at Augsburg College. During the 2014-15 academic year, LSS has served 177 self-identified Latin@ students who represent a diversity of identities, cultural and national backgrounds, individual and community experiences, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, class, and immigration statuses. Pan-Asian Student Services The Pan-Asian Student Services program was created in 1992 to recruit and retain Asian-American students and to enhance the quality of their total experience while at Augsburg College. The program seeks to create opportunities where Asian students can be involved in and contribute to all aspects of academic and student life. The program provides assistance in the admissions and financial aid application process, orientation, registration and coursework selection, career development, academic and non-academic pursuits, and employment and placement referrals. The Augsburg Asian Student Association is affiliated with the program. The association organizes various activities during the academic year to increase the network of friendship and support for Asians, other students at Augsburg, and the surrounding community. Pan-Afrikan Center The Pan-Afrikan Center (PAC) traces its roots to the 1968 event, "One Day in May" when Augsburg students compelled faculty and staff to respond to Civil Rights era challenges pro-actively through sit-ins and teach-ins held on and off campus. As a result, Black Student Affairs was born. It has evolved over the years into the PAC. Today, the PAC is primarily a resource center, providing culturally-conscious personal, academic, financial, pre-professional and transitional support for students of African descent. This serves to enhance the recruitment, retention, and graduation of our students and facilitates a more meaningful learning experience. The PAC brings the knowledge and experience of Afrikan people in the Diaspora to the community through a variety of programming as well through advising the PanAfrikan Student Union. The Pan-Afrikan Student Union (PASU) is a commissioned organization whose purpose is to 38 enable students of African descent to share their diversity and collectively express their fellowship with the Augsburg community. PASU sponsors a variety of social, intellectual, and cultural activities. Scholastic Connections Scholastic Connections is a scholarship and mentorship program for achievement-oriented, undergraduate students of color. The goal of the program is to form a mentoring community that provides a network of belonging that recognizes, supports, challenges, and inspires scholars to ensure their success at Augsburg and beyond. Each year five new scholars are selected as program participants via an application process. Scholars receive a $5,000 scholarship for the academic year and are paired with a mentor who is an alumnus/alumna of color and is successful within their chosen profession. Working with the Ethnic Services directors, scholar/mentor pairings are formed that, ideally, match ethnic group and field of interest. Eligible scholars have: A GPA of 2.5 or higher Demonstrated financial need Demonstrated leadership ability or potential Demonstrated community involvement both on and off campus Program objectives are to: Support scholars as they continue at Augsburg Frame the questions: Who am I? Where do I belong? What are my gifts? How can I best serve the world? Assist in discerning vocation Prepare for life after Augsburg: career planning and implementation Scholars who successfully complete program requirements are eligible to continue with the program each successive year until graduation. LGBTQIA Student Services Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, and Asexual (LGBTQIA) Student Services works to improve the campus climate for all students, staff, faculty and visitors at Augsburg College by developing and supporting inclusive understandings of gender and sexuality, as well as fostering a community that honors and affirms the wholeness of all identities. LGBTQIA Students Services provides student advocacy and educational opportunities for the entire campus through a variety of programs and ongoing initiatives. Queer Pride Alliance; Ally Trainings; the LGBTQIA Student Leadership Retreat, the Soup, Gender, and Sexuality series; and the LGBTQIA Newsletter offer learning and networking opportunities for the entire campus on issues around gender and sexuality. In addition, the department honors LGBTQIA and allied students each year during Lavender Celebration, where the recipients of the LGBTQIA Student Leadership Awards, the Augsburg Pride Award, and the Karen Neitge Scholarship are honored. For more information, visit www.augsburg.edu/lgbtqia. Women's Resource Center The Anne Pederson Women's Resource Center at Augsburg College is located in Sverdrup Hall 207, offering a variety of programming for Augsburg students of all gender identities and a meeting place for students, faculty, and staff alike. It houses a Women's Studies library, a seminar room for films and discussions, and a lounge space for studying, relaxing, and just hanging out. The Women's Resource Center sponsors numerous programs and activities on topics such as sexuality education and sexual assault advocacy, as well as broader topics such as The Vagina Monologues, monthly film showings, and monthly brown-bag lunch discussions. The WRC's largest event is the annual Koryne Horbal Convocation Lecture, which features women and men who speak about the many issues important to women's, as well as everyone's, lives. The center also 39 regularly co-sponsors annual events for the Muslim Student Association's Women in Islam Day and for Queer and Straight in Unity. The WRC is also the home of the Student Feminist Collective. We would love to support you as an intern or volunteer, or simply to co-sponsor your event! Contact us or friend us on Facebook to find out about upcoming events and other opportunities for participation. Student staff positions at the WRC are posted online with Human Resources as they become available. Health and Fitness Center for Wellness and Counseling (CWC) CWC provides short-term personal counseling for students to discuss personal life challenges with professional mental health counselors in a confidential and supportive setting. Through counseling, students can name personal strengths and challenges, identify self-care and support resources, learn new relationship and coping skills, and increase awareness of values and choices. Counseling services to students include individual counseling, group counseling, assessment and referral to campus and mental health resources, educational workshops, and consultations in the case of concern for another student. Students bring many concerns to counseling, including stress, anxiety, depression, mood swings, relationship concerns, grief and loss, roommate issues, intimacy and sexuality, alcohol and other drug concerns, family issues, eating concerns, coming out and other sexual identity concerns, cultural identity, self-esteem, sleep difficulties, and other concerns. Professional counseling can help increase student academic success both by increasing the opportunity for increased self-understanding and personal growth, and by directly addressing potential barriers to academic success. CWC also offers health promotion activities and events to increase student awareness of health issues and support students in developing new behaviors for a healthier lifestyle, such as mindfulness events, stress management, and an annual Health Fair. Health promotion also includes an active group of peer health educators, Engaging Peers on Issues and Choices (EP!C) who are available to present an interactive alcohol education program to groups requesting the program. Health promotion also works with various campus organizations and student groups to foster positive change within the campus environment. Health Insurance Augsburg College does not require that students have health insurance, with the exception of international students and student athletes. If a student is not covered by a health insurance plan, they may contact the Center for Wellness and Counseling for more information on student health insurance plans. Health Clinic Services The College offers basic health care services to students through a contract with University Fairview Physicians – Smiley's Clinic. These services are limited. For students without health insurance, Smiley's Clinic provides certain clinic health services with a minimal co-pay at the time of the visit. Emergency services of any kind are not covered through the contract between Augsburg and Smiley's Clinic. Students with health insurance can also access Smiley's Clinic for a variety of clinic or other health services. A student's health insurance provider will be billed for medical services and the student will be responsible for any co-pays or deductibles associated with their insurance. For more information regarding counseling, health promotion, health insurance, or health clinic services, call 612-3301707 or visit www.augsburg.edu/cwc. Fitness Centers Located on the lower level of Kennedy Center and Melby Hall the fitness centers are equipped with stationary bicycles, stair steppers, treadmills, and other aerobic workout machines. They include a weight room with universal and free weight systems. All staff, students, and faculty may use the centers; some hours are reserved for classes. 40 International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) ISSS is responsible for the enrollment planning, recruitment and advising of exchange students and degree-seeking international students. Members of the ISSS team serve as Designated School Officials (DSO) for the College's F-1 student visa program and as Responsible Officer (RO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for the College's J-1 student/scholar exchange program. A DSO ensures institutional and individual compliance with the law and government policies pertaining to F-1 students. The RO and ARO ensure institutional and individual compliance with the law and government policies pertaining to J-1 exchange students and scholars. ISSS advises students regarding the F and J regulations so that students maintain their F or J immigration status. Examples of ISSS responsibilities include: Recruiting international student applicants and guiding them through application and visa processing procedures Managing international student recruitment partnerships Marketing Augsburg College to the international community Advocating on policy matters affecting international students Advising the International Student Organization Coordinating the International Student Mentor Program Providing intercultural competence training and mentoring for students, faculty and staff Implementing a mandatory international student orientation program each semester Making referrals and providing guidance on issues related to health insurance, taxes, banking, and acquiring a driver's license, MN State ID or social security card 41 Special Academic Programs Center for Global Education & Experience (CGEE) Study abroad and away at Augsburg aims to provide students the skills needed to be successful in today's highly interconnected world. The College's mission states, "An Augsburg education is defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran Church, and shaped by its urban and global settings." This strong commitment to a global perspective provides the foundation to include study abroad or away in every student's degree program. Augsburg's programs, including those of the Center for Global Education & Experience as well as individual departments, as well as HECUA provide study abroad and away opportunities for students in all majors. Using an experiential education model that focuses learning on social justice issues, these programs challenge students academically and personally to become "informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders." In addition to the following programs, students have over 300 programs in nearly 90 countries, including the United States from which to choose in order to meet their curricular and personal needs. CGEE (formerly Augsburg Abroad and Center for Global Education) is the front door for students and faculty interested in study abroad, and provides advising on programs, finances, and academics. Services provided through CGEE: Study Abroad and Away in the USA program selection advising Financial and academic advising Pre-departure and re-entry support, including career integration Program coordination for semester and short-term programs Faculty resources to globalize courses at home and abroad In addition to the services and programs listed above, CGEE works with the entire campus to increase the breadth and depth of Global Education within the curriculum, in our campus life and to engage the community surrounding the campuses in the Twin Cities and Rochester, and across the United States. About a third of Augsburg undergraduate students enroll in off-campus study programs internationally and domestically before graduating. Students can study a variety of disciplines in a wide variety of countries. For example, students have the opportunity to examine Environmental Sustainability in the USA, study gender issues in Mexico, study social change in Central America, carry out business simulations in Norway and Germany, complete student teaching in Italy, intern with community organizations in Northern Ireland, do an internship in Namibia, do ecological field study in the Galapagos Islands, take organic chemistry in England, and gain fluency in a foreign language where it is widely spoken. Students can choose from more than 300 programs in 90+ countries including the United States. Programs vary in length from one week to a year abroad. In addition to the Augsburg CGEE programs (Augsburg faculty-led short-term, Augsburg in Central America, Mexico, and Southern Africa, Exchange, and HECUA programs), students can choose from Augsburg Affiliated Programs. Study Abroad & Study Away in the USA Programs Augsburg in Central America, Mexico and Southern Africa The mission of the CGEE signature Augsburg in Central America, Mexico and Southern Africa Programs is to provide cross-cultural educational opportunities in order to foster critical analysis of local and global conditions so that personal and systemic change takes place leading to a more just and sustainable world. Students experience three distinct types of living situations: living with other students in a community house, spending several days in a rural setting, and living several weeks with host families. In the Southern Africa programs, students travel together on two-week seminars— Namibia to South Africa. Scholarships are available. 42 Augsburg in Central America Social Change in Central America: Exploring Peace, Justice, and Community Engagement (Guatemala, Costa Rica, Nicaragua)—Fall or Spring This is an intensive semester of study and regional travel designed to introduce students to the key issues facing Central Americans. Students will explore the history, culture, and struggles of the people of Central America in this provocative and inspiring experience that develops Spanish language skills while immersing participants in the lives of host families, urban and rural communities, and grassroots organizations dedicated to work on issues related to conflict, US foreign policy, gender, and economic and social justice. Students spend the first five weeks in Guatemala, the next four weeks in Costa Rica, and the final six weeks in Nicaragua. Students live with local host families for nine weeks. Prerequisites: one course in college-level Spanish or its equivalent. Students spend the first five weeks in Guatemala, the next four weeks in Costa Rica, and the final six weeks in Nicaragua. All students will take the following four courses: one Spanish or Indigenous language course (for native Spanish speakers) course, REL 366, HIS/WST 355, and POL 310. Augsburg in Mexico Crossing Borders: Gender and Social Change in Mesoamerica—Fall This program is an experientially-based and designed to introduce students to the important issues facing Mexico, USMexico relations, and the context in which many Mexicans are immigrating to the United States. Students will improve Spanish language skills, as well as develop intercultural skills. Students will learn about key social, economic, political, and cultural issues in Mexico, as well as explore the interconnectedness of race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexuality, and religion. Students will learn firsthand from diverse women and men involved in struggles for social change, as well as business leaders, religious leaders, feminist activists and scholars, government representatives, politicians, and political activists. Spanish courses range from beginning to advanced, including courses for bilingual students. The program includes rural travel within Mexico and four-to-five-day seminar in Mexico City. Students stay in the Augsburg study center for part of the semester and with Mexican host families for four to six weeks, although semester-long homestays are available for Spanish majors and others upon request. Students may meet several AugCore and General Education requirements (Augsburg Experience, Fine Arts, Humanities, Keystone, Natural Science and Mathematics, Search for Meaning II, Social and Behavioral Science and Wellness) while in Mexico and/or take courses in the following four concentrations: Business, Religion, Spanish and Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies. Spanish courses range from beginning to advanced, including courses for bilingual students. International Business and Global Citizenship—Fall Today's business leaders are increasingly well-served by a global perspective. Students gain international experience in Mexico, the business capital of Latin America and the United States' third largest trading partner. Students improve Spanish language skills and understanding of Mexican culture in order to communicate with and serve the largest immigrant group in the US – a group that is rapidly increasing in economic influence. This program emphasizes success in business, while also encouraging a commitment to corporate responsibility, sustainability, and equality by exposing you to both the opportunities and challenges of international business. Students may take courses any of the following business courses in addition to any courses from the Crossing Borders (see listing) program: Accounting Theory & Practice, Global Business Management, International Business, International Marketing, Keystone, and Internship. Language and Culture in Mexico—Summer CGEE offers five, 3 1/2 week sessions (blocks) focusing on Spanish language and Mexican culture in which students can take one course per session, and take up to five courses throughout the summer. Students can complete their full Modern Language requirement in just 7 weeks. Students can also take ART/SPA231 (Fine Arts), Spanish (beginning to advanced, including Spanish for Healthcare Professionals, Heritage speakers, and Ministry). 7 week Internships are available in a number of disciplines (e.g., business, gender, sexuality and women's studies, religion and more). 43 This community-based program includes homestays, a trip to Mexico City, the pyramids of Teotihuacan, optional weekend excursions, and numerous guest speakers designed to help students learn about history, culture, and contemporary struggles for peace, justice, and human rights. Migration and Globalization: Engaging Our Communities—Spring This is an intensive program that explores issues of migration, immigration, and globalization. It is ideal for students who are interested in working with Spanish-speaking populations in the United States, as it includes intensive Spanish language classes, an internship or independent research opportunity, and courses that help students understand the connections between globalization and migration while learning from diverse communities that are organizing for positive social change around issues of race, ethnicity, socioeconomic class, gender, sexuality, economics, and the environment. Credit is available in Spanish, History, Political Science, Religion, and Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies. Students spend most of the semester living in Augsburg housing and approximately six weeks living with Mexican host families. Course offerings include: HIS/WST 357, POL/WST 341, REL 200, an internship, independent study, and the choice of 1-2 Spanish courses from 16 different options (including ART 231, which meets the LAF requirement in Fine Arts). A Recreational Wellness course (Latin Dance) is also available. Spanish courses range from beginning to advanced, including courses for bilingual students. Social Work in a Latin American Context—Spring This program was created to satisfy the curricular requirements for the Bachelor in Social Work degree program. Its goal is to develop cross-culturally competent, ethical social work professionals with a global perspective by providing a semester of transformative, experiential learning focused on social and economic justice. It includes Spanish language study and social work courses. Social work field experience is also available for qualified students. Students live with Mexican host families for six weeks. All students are expected to take SWK 294 as a core course. Other course offerings include SWK 295, SWK 316, a field placement in social work, and the choice of one Spanish course from 16 different options (including SPA/ART 231, which meet the LAF in Fine Arts). A Recreational Wellness course (Latin Dance) is also available. Prerequisites: Approval of the Social Work Department and one college-level Spanish course or the equivalent highly recommended. Students may choose to study Spanish in Mexico during the month of January prior to the start of the semester Augsburg in Southern Africa Nation-Building, Globalization, and Decolonizing the Mind: Southern African Perspectives (Namibia and South Africa)— Fall or Spring This program examines the crucial issues of nation-building, globalization, and decolonizing the mind, from the perspectives of the new democracies in southern Africa. Namibia won its independence in 1990 after decades of apartheid under South African colonization. South Africa had its first democratic election in 1994. As these nations struggle to build nationhood and deal with the legacies of apartheid and colonialism, they are faced with the challenges posed by today's world—rapid globalization as well as under- and unequal development. Decolonizing the mind is a long-term project. The program includes seminars in Johannesburg and Cape Town, South Africa. Available courses are: HIS 327, POL 353, REL 346, ENV 100 and INS 312/POL 354. Internships are also available in eight different departments, and a Recreational Wellness course (Yoga) is also available. Exchange Programs The Center for Global Education & Experience partners with universities around the world to provide semester and academic year exchange opportunities to their students. Currently, Augsburg's CGGE has active exchanges in China, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Lebanon, Norway, and Slovenia. Students can choose from several options in diverse disciplines. All coursework is in English with opportunity to student the host country language. Travel scholarships are available for these programs. For further information on these programs and scholarships visit the CGEE website. 44 Faculty-led Short-term Programs Faculty-led winter break, spring break, and summer programs offer opportunities to intensively study on a course abroad with an Augsburg professor and other Augsburg students. Program travel length ranges from eight days to five weeks. Program offerings change annually. Scholarships are available for some programs. Higher Education Consortium for Urban Affairs (HECUA) Augsburg, in consortium with other colleges and universities, offers full semester, summer and part-time programs in Ecuador, Italy, New Zealand, Northern Ireland, Norway, and the USA (Twin Cities and Jackson, Mississippi). All HECUA programs explore civic engagement, community, and social change, and emphasize internships and field study. A