PURPOSE OF THIS PUBLICATION This catalog is intended as a description of the educational program and activities offered by Washburn University. Washburn University makes no representations that following a particular course curriculum outlined in the catalog will result in specific achievement, employment or qualification for employment, admission to degree programs, or licensing for particular professions or occupations. This catalog is explanatory in nature and is not a contract between the student and Washburn University. Washburn University reserves the right to withdraw courses at any time, change the fees, change the rules and calendar regulating admission and graduation requirements, and change any other regulations affecting the student body. Changes shall become effective whenever the proper authorities so determine and shall apply not only to prospective students but also to those who at the time are matriculated in the university. Information in this catalog is correct according to information available to the Washburn University administration at the time of publication. It is understood that the ultimate responsibility for complying with degree requirements rests with the student. STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITY The University does not assume responsibility for injury or property loss, or damage sustained by persons on or off the University s premises. Incidents of injury or property damage which could result in claims should be reported to the University Business Office or the Treasurer s Office immediately. CLASS CANCELLATIONS/CHANGES IN SCHEDULES In the event of unforeseen circumstances, Washburn University reserves the right to cancel courses or change meeting times, classroom assignments, or instructors. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY POLICY STATEMENT It is the policy of Washburn University to assure equal educational and employment opportunity to qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, sex, marital or parental status, or sexual orientation. Equal educational opportunity includes, but is not limited to, admissions, recruitment, extracurricular programs and activities, housing, facilities use, access to course offerings, counseling and testing, financial aid, health services, and employment. Equal employment opportunity includes, but is not limited to, recruitment, hiring, assignment of duties, tenure and promotion determinations, compensation, benefits, training, and termination. The University s Affirmative Action Plan affirms the University s commitment to the implementation of this policy and applies to all University practices and policies, with respect to academic programs and employment. It is University policy to have positive action taken to assure the full realization of equal opportunity for all who work for the University. Special efforts will be made to identify promising minority persons and women for positions in all areas and at all levels in which these groups are under- utilized relative to their availability. All selections will be based solely on the candidates qualifications to carry out the duties that the positions require, knowing that such actions can only result in raising the quality and competence of faculty and staff. The administration of Washburn University is committed to its support of the principles of equal opportunity for students, faculty, and staff. Each unit within the University is charged with conducting its practices in conformity with these principles and in accordance with the Affirmative Action Plan. Responsibility for monitoring and implementation of this policy is delegated to the Affirmative Action Director*; however, all personnel will share in the specific activities necessary to achieve these goals. *The Affirmative Action Director is Ms. Carol Vogel, MO 375A, (913-231-1010, Ext. 1509). SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY Washburn University of Topeka intends to assure a harassment-free environment in which to work and to pursue educational goals. Sexual harassment is a form of misconduct which undermines the integrity of employee relationships and student-faculty relationships. Employees: Harassment on the basis of sex is defined by Section 703 of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as: Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature constitute sexual harassment when (1) submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual s employment, (2) submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for employment decisions affecting such individual, or (3) such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual s work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive working environment. Students: Sexual harassment of students is a violation of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits sex discrimination in education. Academic sexual harassment is the use of authority to emphasize the sexuality of a student in a manner which prevents or impairs that student s full enjoyment of educational benefits, environment, or opportunities. Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature constitute sexual harassment when (1) the conduct has the purpose or effect of interfering with the individual s academic performance, or of creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive education environment (2) imposed by an employee or agent of Washburn University which denies, limits, conditions, or provides different aid, benefits, services or treatment. All persons must be allowed to pursue their activities at Washburn University free from unsolicited and unwelcome sexual overtures or conduct. The administration of Washburn University strongly disapproves of such inappropriate conduct and will not tolerate its occurrence. Complaints of sexual harassment should be made verbally or in writing to Carol L. Vogel, Affirmative Action Director, Morgan Hall, Room 375A, (913) 231-1010, Ext. 1509. Welcome to Washburn University. We hope you find our campus to be a receptive and caring community of higher education. Washburn is an important facet of the city of Topeka. The relationship between the University and the local community is unique. The Washburn campus is small enough to foster a sense of belonging, yet large enough to offer more than 100 educational programs. The city of Topeka is small enough to radiate Midwestern friendliness, yet large enough to provide regional shopping, cultural events, and entertainment. The University cooperates with local businesses, allied health care organizations, social agencies, educational institutions, labor, and governmental entities to bring the highest quality educational and recreational opportunities to Washburn students and citizens of Northeast Kansas. The eyes and ears of Kansas are on Topeka each year as the state legislature convenes in the capital city. The Washburn campus enjoys nearly the same geographic representation as the legislature itself. In fall 1996, Washburn students came from 99 of the state s 105 counties, and Washburn alumni reside in every Kansas county. Washburn graduates are also found in every state in the nation and in many countries throughout the world. Though steeped in the tradition of more than 132 years, Washburn is a modern, urban university. Many of the University facilities have been constructed since most of the original campus was destroyed by a tornado in 1966. Washburn s mission is determined by and reflected in its student population. During the last academic year 8,159 students were enrolled in credit courses and approximately 5,600 students took continuing education classes. Nearly 44% are part-time and 56.5% are full-time. Students range from 16 - 72 years of age. Over 14 percent of the students are minorities. In keeping with its founding principles in 1865, Washburn has an ongoing commitment to provide an atmosphere which is open, welcoming, and respectful of the dignity of each member of the University community. Nearly three-fourths of the Washburn faculty hold a doctorate or the highest degree available in their discipline. They are well-qualified and committed to sharing the learning experience with you, the student. The personalized instruction Washburn students receive is one of the University s greatest assets. Washburn students also benefit from the expertise of local professionals who present guest lectures, teach specialized courses, and serve as internship mentors. A college education is a big investment. You have many choices and responsibilities that will affect the return on your investment. Your commitment to academic excellence, the programs and courses you choose, and the educational and professional goals you establish will individualize your experience at Washburn. Because we want you to succeed in your academic endeavor, the people - faculty, staff, and other students - at Washburn University are here to assist you. Take advantage of the opportunities to learn, inside and outside the classroom. We challenge you to be an active, positive member of the Washburn and Topeka communities. Best wishes for an enjoyable and worthwhile collegiate experience. Spring Semester 1997 Schedule January (Winter Intersession dates: Dec. 27, 30, 31; Jan. 2-3, 6-10, 13-17) Friday January 10 - School of Law returning students enroll Monday January 13 - Advance Registration tuition & fees due - School of Law entering class and returning students enroll Tuesday January 14 - Advance Registration tuition & fees due - School of Law classes begin Wednesday January 15 - Advance Registration tuition & fees due Thursday January 16 - Regular Enrollment Friday January 17 - Regular Enrollment - Winter Intersession classes end Saturday January 18 - Classes begin Monday January 20 - Martin Luther King Holiday (University Holiday) Friday January 24 - Last day to change from audit to grade or pass/fail status - Last day to enroll without a late fee - Last day to enroll in a course without instructor's permission February Friday February 7 - Last day to enroll - Last day to change from grade or pass/fail status to audit Friday February 14 - Last day to file Application for Degree for Spring Graduation March Friday March 14 - Last day to drop course(s) without affecting grade point average - Last day to change graded course(s) to pass/fail, or from pass/fail to grade status Monday March 24 - Spring recess begins Monday March 31 - Classes resume April April 7 - May 9 - Advance Registration for Fall Term May Friday May 2 - Last day to withdraw Saturday May 3 - School of Law final examinations begin Friday May 9 - Last day of classes Saturday May 10 - Final examinations begin (for Saturday classes) Monday May 12 - Final examinations begin Friday May 16 - Final examinations end - School of Law final examinations end - End of semester Saturday May 17 - School of Law Commencement - School of Nursing Recognition Ceremony - School of Applied Studies Certificate Ceremony - Commencement Wednesday May 21 - Deadline for submission of grades (12:00 noon) Summer Session 1997 Schedule School of Law Tuesday May 20 -Enrollment for first 6-week session and for 12-week session Wednesday May 21 -Classes begin 12-week session and for first 6-week session Friday May 23 -Last day to enroll for 12-week session or first 6-week session without a late fee Monday May 26 -Memorial Day Holiday (University Holiday) Wednesday May 28 -Last day to enroll for 12-week session or first 6-week session Wednesday July 2 -End of first 6-week session Friday July 4 -Independence Day Holiday (University Holiday) Monday July 7 -Enrollment for second 6-week session -Classes begin for second 6-week session Friday July 11 -Last day to enroll for second 6-week session without a late fee Monday July 14 -Last day to enroll for second 6-week session Friday August 15 -End of 12-week session and end of second 6-week session College of Arts & Sciences, Schools of Business, Applied Studies and Nursing First 5 Week Session June 4 - July 8 Tuesday June 3 -Regular Enrollment Wednesday June 4 -Classes begin Friday June 6 -Last day to enroll without a late fee -Last day to enroll in a course without the instructor's permission Monday June 9 -Last day to change from audit to grade or pass/fail status Wednesday June 11 -Last day to enroll Monday June 16 -Last day to change from grade or pass/fail status to audit Thursday June 19 -Last day to change from grade course to pass-fail or pass-fail course to grade -Last day to drop classes without affecting grade point average Thursday July 3 -Last day to withdraw Friday July 4 -Independence Day Holiday (University Holiday) Tuesday July 8 -End of session Monday July 14 -Deadline for submission of grades (12:00 noon) Eight Week Session June 4 - July 30 Tuesday June 3 -Regular Enrollment Wednesday June 4 -Classes begin Friday June 6 -Last day to enroll without late fee -Last day to enroll in a course without the instructor's permission Monday June 9 -Last day to change from audit to grade or pass/fail status Monday June 16 -Last day to change from grade or pass/fail status to audit -Last day to enroll Wednesday July 2 -Last day to change from grade course to pass-fail or pass-fail course to grade -Last day to drop classes without affecting grade point average Friday July 4 -Independence Day Holiday (University Holiday) Wednesday July 23 -Last day to withdraw Wednesday July 30 -End of session Monday August 4 -Deadline for submission of grades (12:00 noon) Second 5 Week Session July 14 - August 14 Tuesday June 3 -Regular Enrollment Monday July 14 -Classes begin Wednesday July 16 -Last day to change from audit to grade pass/fail status Friday July 18 -Last day to enroll without a late fee -Last day to enroll in a course without the instructor's permission Monday July 21 -Last day to enroll Wednesday July 23 -Last day to change from grade or pass/fail status to audit Tuesday July 29 -Last day to change from grade course to pass-fail or pass-fail course to grade -Last day to drop classes without affecting grade point average Tuesday August 12 -Last day to withdraw Thursday August 14 -End of session -End of summer term Tuesday August 19 -Deadline for submission of grades (12:00 noon) Summer Short Term Session (courses less than 5 weeks in length) The second day of class -Last day to enroll (instructor's permission required to enroll after course has begun) -Last day to change from audit status to grade or pass/fail or from grade or pass/fail status to audit The day halfway through the term -Last day to change from grade course to pass-fail or pass-fail course to grade The day before the last day of class -Last day to withdraw Fall Semester 1997 Schedule August Friday August 15 -School of Law returning students enroll Monday August 18 -Advance Registration tuition & fees due -School of Law entering class enrolls Tuesday August 19 -Advance Registration tuition & fees due -School of Law returning class enrolls Wednesday August 20 -Advance Registration tuition & fees due -School of Law classes begin -School of Law Thursday August 21 -Regular Enrollment Friday August 22 -Regular Enrollment Saturday August 23 -Class begin Friday August 29 -Last day to change from audit to grade or pass/fail status -Last day to enroll without a late fee -Last day to enroll in a course without instructor's permission August 30 - September 1 -Labor Day Holiday (University Holiday) September Friday September 12 -Last day to change from grade or pass/fail status to audit -Last day to enroll Friday September 19 -Last day to file Application for Degree for Fall Graduation October Friday October 17 -Last day to drop course(s) without affecting grade point average -Last day to change graded course(s) to pass/fail, or from pass/fail to grade status November 1 - 30 -Advance Registration, Spring Term Tuesday November 11 - Veteran's Day Holiday (University Holiday) 26 - 30 -Thanksgiving student recess December Friday December 5 -Last day to withdraw Saturday December 6 -School of Law final examinations begin Wednesday December 10 -Winter Intersession enrollment Friday December 12 -Last day of classes Saturday December 13 -Final examinations begin (for Saturday classes) Monday December 15 -Final examinations begin Friday December 19 -Final examinations end -School of Law final examinations end -End of semester Saturday December 20 -School of Nursing Recognition Ceremony Friday December 26 -Deadline for submission of grades (12:00 noon) -Winter Intersession begins Winter Intersession Dates: Dec. 26, 29-31; Jan. 2, 5-9, 12-16) Spring Semester 1998 Schedule January (Winter Intersession Dates: Dec. 26, 29-31; Jan 2, 5-9, 12-16) Friday January 9 -School of Law returning students enroll Monday January 12 -Advance Registration tuition & fees due -School of Law entering class and returning students enroll Tuesday January 13 -Advance Registration tuition & fees due -School of Law classes begin Wednesday January 14 -Advanced Registration tuition and fees due Thursday January 15 -Regular Enrollment Friday January 16 -Regular Enrollment -Winter Intersession ends Saturday January 17 -Classes begin Monday January 19 -Martin Luther King Holiday (University Holiday) Friday January 23 -Last day to change from audit to grade or pass/fail status -Last day to enroll without a late fee -Last day to enroll in a course without instructor's permission February Friday February 6 -Last day to enroll -Last to change from grade or pass/fail status to audit Friday February 13 -Last day to file Application for Degree for Spring Graduation March Friday March 13 -Last day to drop course(s) without affecting grade point average -Last day to change graded course(s) to pass/fail, or from pass/fail to grade status Monday March 23 -Spring recess begins Monday March 30 -Classes resume April 1 - 30 -Advance Registration for Fall Term May Friday May 1 -Last day to withdraw Saturday May 2 -School of Law final examinations begin Friday May 8 -Last day of classes Saturday May 9 -Final examinations begin (for Saturday classes) Monday May 11 -Final examinations begin Friday May 15 -Final examinations end -School of Law final examinations end -End of semester Saturday May 16 -School of Law Commencement -School of Nursing Recognition Ceremony -School of Applied Studies Certificate Ceremony -Commencement Wednesday May 20 -Deadline of grades (12:00 noon) Summer Session 1998 Schedule School of Law Tuesday May 19 -Enrollment for first 6-week session and for 12-week session Wednesday May 20 -Classes begin 12-week session and for first 6-week session Friday May 22 -Last day to enroll for 12-week session or first 6-week session without a late fee Monday May 25 -Memorial Day Holiday (University Holiday) Wednesday May 27 -Last day to enroll for 12-week session or first 6-week session Wednesday July 1 -End of first 6-week session Friday July 3 -Independence Day Holiday (University Holiday) Monday July 6 -Enrollment for second 6-week session -Classes begin for second 6-week session Friday July 10 -Last day to enroll for second 6-week session with a late fee Monday July 13 -Last day to enroll for second 6-week session Friday August 14 -End of 12-week session and end of second 6-week session College of Arts & Sciences, Schools of Business, Applied Studies and Nursing First 5-Week Session June 3 - July 7 Tuesday June 2 -Regular Enrollment Wednesday June 3 -Classes begin Friday June 5 -Last day to enroll without a late fee -Last day to enroll in a course without the instructor's permission Monday June 8 -Last day to change from audit to grade or pass/fail status Wednesday June 10 -Last day to enroll Monday June 15 -Last day to change from grade or pass/fail status to audit Thursday June 18 -Last day to change grade course to pass/fail or pass/fail course to grade -Last day to drop classes without affecting grade point average Thursday July 2 -Last day to withdraw Friday July 3 - Independence Day Holiday (University Holiday) Tuesday July 7 -End of session Monday July 14 -Deadline for submission of grades (12:00 noon) Eight Week Session June 3 - July 29 Tuesday June 2 -Regular Enrollment Wednesday June 3 -Classes begin Friday June 5 -Last day to enroll without late fee -Last day to enroll in a course without the instructor's permission Monday June 8 -Last day to change from audit to grade or pass/fail status Monday June 15 -Last day to change from grade or pass/fail status to audit -Last day to enroll Wednesday July 1 -Last day to change grade course to pass/fail or pass/fail course to grade -Last day to drop classes without affecting grade point average Friday July 3 -Independence Day Holiday (University Holiday) Wednesday July 22 -Last day to withdraw Wednesday July 29 -End of session Monday August 3 -Deadline for submission of grades (12:00 noon) Second 5-Week Session July 13 - August 13 Tuesday June 2 -Regular Enrollment Monday July 13 -Classes begin Wednesday July 15 -Last day to change from audit to grade or pass/fail status Friday July 17 -Last day to enroll without a late fee -Last day to enroll in a course without the instructor's permission Monday July 20 -Last do to enroll Wednesday July 22 -Last day to change from grade or pass/fail status to audit Tuesday July 28 -Last day to change graded courses to pass/fail or pass/fail course to grade -Last day to drop classes without affecting grade point average Tuesday August 11 -Last day to withdraw Thursday August 13 -End of session -End of summer term Tuesday August 18 -Deadline for submission of grades (12:00 noon) Summer Short Term Session (courses less than 5 weeks in length) The second day of class -Last day to enroll (instructor's permission required to enroll after course has begun) -Last day to change from audit status to grade or from grade status to audit The day halfway through the term -Last day to change graded course to pass/fail or pass/fail course to grade The day before the last day of class -Last day to withdraw Washburn University strives to continue to be recognized as an outstanding public, urban institutional resource for the people of Kansas and the region, dedicated to excellence in teaching. This emphasis on quality instruction has been maintained since Washburn s founding in 1865 and its evolution from a small church college to a comprehensive public urban university. The University s educational objectives are to prepare individuals for careers and further study in a variety of disciplines and for a lifetime of continuous learning. The undergraduate open admissions policy allows Washburn to offer higher education to a diverse metropolitan population, but also requires the University to make a special effort to help individuals reach their full academic potential. Washburn provides educational opportunities principally for the residents of Topeka, Shawnee County and Northeast Kansas. It also attracts students from the entire state, nation, and the world. Degrees are awarded at the associate, bachelor, master and professional levels. The general education program is the common foundation for all of the University s undergraduate degrees. The College of Arts and Sciences and the School of Law historically have been and continue to be areas of strength for Washburn. As an urban institution, programs of the Schools of Business, Nursing, and Applied Studies, and the Division of Continuing Education are of special emphasis to the University. Washburn is responsive to the needs of the recent high school graduate, but it also has an additional commitment to provide educational opportunities for the adult learner. Washburn is a community and state resource. As an urban university, it is not only a university located in the city, it is an integral part of the community, the state and the region. It must focus on the total educational needs of the area, and must adapt and change with the ever varying demands placed on it. Through musical and theater performances, public forums, lecture series and art exhibitions, the University enriches the community s cultural and intellectual life. Working with business and industry, health-care providers, government, public schools and regional educational institutions, Washburn assists others in establishing and reaching their goals and objectives. University faculty and staff engage in research and creative activities and participate on commissions and boards to improve teaching effectiveness, meet community needs, and contribute to the extension of knowledge. The University also joins with other post-secondary institutions and organizations in offering educational opportunities for the people of Kansas and is committed to participation in appropriate cooperative ventures. Washburn University is accountable to itself, its students, the citizens of Topeka and the taxpayers of Kansas. It is committed to accreditation of appropriate academic programs and vigorous regular self-assessment of both academic and non-academic programs to achieve continuous improvement. UNIVERSITY ACCREDITATION Washburn is accredited or approved by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, the American Bar Association, the American Chemical Association, the American Physical Therapy Association, the Association of American Law Schools, Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Educational Programs (Health Information Technology and Respiratory Therapy), Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (Radiation Therapy and Radiologic Technology), the Council on Social Work Education, the Kansas State Board of Education, the Kansas State Board of Nursing, the National Association of Schools of Music, the National Association of Schools of Art and Design, the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education, and the National League for Nursing. HISTORY OF THE UNIVERSITY Washburn University began in 1865 as Lincoln College, a school established by the Congregational Church. The Board of Trustees erected a two-story brick building at the corner of Tenth and Jackson streets where the State Historical Society Building presently stands. The first classes met there in January of 1866. Lincoln College became Washburn College in November 1868 in recognition of the financial support of New England philanthropist, Deacon Ichabod Washburn. In its early days, much of the support of the college came from persons in the East who hoped to promote quality education throughout the rest of the country. The College moved to its present location in 1874. The first building on the present campus, later named Rice Hall in recognition of the untiring labors for Washburn of Harvey D. Rice, was occupied that year. This building, set on the treeless prairie at what then seemed a considerable distance from Topeka, furnished classrooms, living quarters for faculty and students, administrative offices for several years it was the College. Peter McVicar (1871-1895) guided the institution through critical years of hard times, grasshopper plagues, and drought. By the end of the McVicar administration, Boswell Hall, McVicar Chapel, Holbrook Hall, and dormitories had been added. The early years of the twentieth century mark a period of expansion. The School of Law was organized in 1903, along with the School of Fine Arts, later called the School of Music and then the departments of music and art. Also in 1903, the Kansas Medical College became the Medical School of Washburn College; it continued until July 1, 1913. World War I and the postwar period brought many problems and another period of expansion during which Mulvane Art Museum, Benton Hall, and Whiting Field House were added to the physical plant and the endowment funds were increased. Then came the depression and drought years of the 30s ; sound management brought the College through this period in better financial condition than many of the other colleges in Kansas largely through the efforts of Richard Vogel, who served as the institution s Vice President and Treasurer for 35 years (1939-1973). In 1941 the citizens of Topeka overwhelmingly endorsed Washburn University and committed the resources of the community to the perpetuation of this vital and important institution, strengthening of the University s programs and the provision of increased educational opportunities for its citizens. Topekans voted to maintain and further develop a university of quality an institution of the first rank. The Board of Trustees of Washburn College accepted the city s pledge and turned the physical assets of Washburn College over to the newly created urban university, supported in part by the City and governed by a local Board of Regents. The Washburn Endowment Association and its Board of Trustees still exist as the foundation that administers the endowment funds which are for the benefit of Washburn University. The new University continued to grow and serve the city. The academic program expanded as an increasing number of students brought diverse backgrounds and needs to the University. The Memorial Union, Margaret Mulvane Morgan Hall, Stoffer Science Hall and Carruth Hall greatly improved the physical facilities. Shortly after 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 8, 1966, a tornado roared over Burnett s Mound and cut a path of destruction northeastward across Topeka to the Municipal airport. Six campus buildings: Rice Hall, McVicar Chapel, Thomas Women s Gymnasium, Boswell Hall, Crane Observatory, and the Air Force Building were damaged beyond repair, as were two sorority houses. Nearly every other building on campus was severely damaged. More than 600 trees were destroyed. Despite this crushing blow, the work of recovery began at once. Classes continued first at other locations and then on campus in temporary quarters. The new section of the Memorial Union was opened in the Fall of 1966. A restored Carnegie Hall was ready for the Department of Education the second semester. Construction of the Garvey Fine Arts Center was begun in 1966. The new School of Law building was completed in 1969. The Henderson Learning Resource Center was completed in 1970. The Mabee Library, begun as a bicentennial building in 1976, was completed the next year. The 125,000 square foot Kelsey H. Bennett Computer Center was completed in 1988. An addition to the Law Library is complete and a new facility for KTWU is under construction. Bricks and mortar are only symbolic of the continued growth of the academic program. In 1973, the Department of Economics and Business Administration became the School of Business. The nursing program was initiated in 1974 in response to Northeast Kansas demand for highly qualified health care professionals. The growth and reputation of this program brought the creation of the School of Nursing in 1982. In 1983 the Division of Continuing Education and Applied Education became the School of Applied and Continuing Education. The formation of the School recognized the professional and technical employment requirements of the community as well as student interest in expanded curriculum. In 1992 this unit was renamed the School of Applied Studies when the departments of Criminal Justice and Social Work were transferred from the College of Arts and ciences to join the departments of Allied Health, Human Services, and Office, Legal & Technology. That same year, the Division of Continuing Education became a separate unit within the University. The College of Arts and Sciences, the largest and oldest academic division of the University, includes courses and programs which are central to the mission of Washburn. All undergraduate students take a core program distributed among the three divisions of General Education (1) Humanities and Creative and Performing Arts (2) Social Sciences; and (3) Natural Sciences, and Mathematics and Statistics. The College responds specifically to the needs and interests of students in career-oriented pre-professional programs such as pre-medicine and pre-law. The Department of Education is structured to provide enhanced undergraduate teacher education and graduate programs in such high demand areas as Special Education and Education Administration. As an important element of an urban university, the College of Arts and Sciences seeks and employs creative ways to develop new academic programs, to meet the particular needs of the urban community, and to establish new directions for research and service that respond directly to emerging urban problems. Many programs involve internships through which students work closely with the business and professional community. The programs in computer information and creative and performing arts are further examples of the College s determination to meet the needs of Kansans. CAMPUS AND FACILITIES The University campus is located in the geographical center of the city of Topeka, surrounded for several miles in all directions by a residential district. The campus is bounded by Seventeenth and Twenty-first Streets between Washburn and MacVicar Avenues, an area of 160 acres. The University buildings are grouped in an area which comprises approximately half of the campus. The other half provides space for an athletic field,practice fields and baseball and softball diamonds. There are several neighborhood shopping centers nearby, and the campus can be reached from the main business district by bus or automobile. Four of the student fraternities and sororities have their houses on campus, and others have their houses in the immediate neighborhood. BUILDINGS THE SCHOOL OF LAW BUILDING was completed in 1969 and provides modern and outstanding accommodations for the School of Law. In addition to the library unit, classrooms, and faculty offices, the structure houses space for the Law Journal, the Law Clinic, and areas for the various law student activities. THE GARVEY FINE ARTS CENTER constructed partially from funds contributed by Washburn alumni and friends, was occupied in 1968. It provides beautiful and outstanding facilities for the Departments of Art and Theatre Arts, Philosophy, and Music. The Mulvane Art Museum, the gift of Joab Mulvane, was occupied in 1925. The original structure, completely refurbished on the interior, includes three galleries, a Rare Prints and Drawings room, painting storage facilities, work room and a Children s Workshop. The Mulvane houses a permanent collection of approximately 1500 works with special strengths in American prints and drawings. The museum is accommodated with a private loading dock and fully equipped kitchen. A suite of offices for Mulvane Art Museum staff is located just east of the museum and reception foyer. The Art Department s facilities include private studios and offices, classrooms, and studios for design, photography, metal work, and printmaking. The University Theatre, an intimate and modern unit, seating 400, features a thrust stage, and is augmented with spacious backstage areas, including a scene shop, a costume shop, dressing rooms, makeup room, and reception room, along with large storage areas, making possible the production of a variety of plays of different styles and eras. The Music Department s studios are equipped with pianos. There are four organs, one of which is an instrument of fifty ranks, providing an ideal concert instrument. All of the studios,practice-rooms, and rehearsal rooms in the Elliot White Concert Hall have been designed acoustically by Dr. Vern Knudsen. His success is best stated in the words of a visiting concert artist, who said, This is the Stradivarius of concert halls. STOFFER SCIENCE HALL, first occupied in the fall of 1960, contains the Departments of Physics and Astronomy, Biology, and Chemistry. Laboratories, lecture halls and classrooms, offices, an astronomical observatory, a planetarium, display areas, and a spacious lobby make up the plan of the building. This building was built largely from funds provided by the taxpayers of the city of Topeka. The building was dedicated in 1961 to the memory of Dr. Bryan S. Stoffer, Washburn s president during the two decades of most rapid growth, who was, in the words of the student newspaper, Washburn s great friend and senior advisor. Stoffer Hall was extensively renovated and redecorated in 1966. THE MARGARET MULVANE MORGAN MEMORIAL BUILDING houses administration and faculty offices, classrooms, and the health center. Funds were provided largely by the late Harrison Morgan, long a member of the Board of Trustees of Washburn College, as a memorial to his wife. A three-story major addition was added in 1967. The building houses the Departments of Mathematics and Statistics, English, Speech Communication, and Intermational Studies. THE MEMORIAL STUDENT UNION contains several essential student service operations. Included are the University Bookstore, Dormitory Board Dining Rooms, Ichabod Inn Restaurant, Facts & Snacks information and snack center, banquet facilities, Game Parlor, TV Lounge, meeting rooms and student programming offices. The Offices of the Washburn University Alumni Association and the Washburn Student Association are also housed in the Memorial Union. This building was dedicated in 1952 as a Memorial to those from Washburn and Shawnee County who gave their lives in foreign wars. The building was enlarged in 1966, and remodeled in 1983. CARNEGIE HALL was erected in 1903 as one of the first college libraries built from funds provided by Andrew Carnegie. In 1966 this building was rebuilt for the Department of Education THE HENDERSON LEARNING RESOURCES CENTER houses the School of Business, the Departments of History, Mass Media, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology/ Anthropology. The building features innovative classroom design and instructional aids, including rear-view projection, closed and open-circuit television, study carrels, auditoria, seminar rooms, laboratories, and post-lecture discussion rooms. It is acoustically treated in an effective and aesthetic manner. The Media Center, including teaching studios, cable channel 16 and tele- conferences facilities, is here. The building is named for John W. Henderson, President of the University (1965-1981). PETRO ALLIED HEALTH CENTER, named for Kelsey H. and Edna B Petro, is the largest building on campus. The Petro Center houses the School of Nursing, the Department of Health, Physical Education and Dance, the Physical Therapist Assistant program, and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. It is one of the most modern facilities of its type in the Midwest. The Petro Center has four gymnasia, all purpose rooms for such things as fencing and combatives, a facility for dance activity as well as a spacious natatorium overlooking south campus. The building also contains a 4,300 seat arena for varsity men s and women s basketball contests. INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. is located near the center of the campus, situated between the Student Union and Benton Hall. This Spanish-style structure, built in 1931 by Dr. and Mrs. Parley P. Womer, was the private residence of the former university president and his wife. After their deaths, the home reverted to the University and serves now as the center of international activities. The building features a magnificent great room, 44 by 22 feet with a balcony on two sides, huge fireplace and a beamed, vaulted ceiling. Hurricane shutters and wrought iron balustrade and chandelier enhance the Spanish architecture. A fully equipped and modern kitchen enables guests at the house to be entertained in a variety of styles. The House is furnished with American antiques and artifacts from around the world. The second floor provides rooms for meetings. CARRUTH HALL, first occupied in 1959, was named in 1960 for the first chairman of the Washburn Board of Regents, the late Arthur J. Carruth, Jr. This building provides attractive and modern living quarters for women students. BENTON HALL, named for Otis L. Benton, was first occupied in 1923. It houses the School of Applied Studies, which includes the Departments of Allied Health, Criminal Justice, Human Services, Office, Legal & Technology, and Social Work. Benton houses a number of specialized laboratories related to programs in the School of Applied Studies. It is also the home of the University s Division of Continuing Education . KUEHNE HALL, named for Fred J. Kuehne, Washburn alumnus, was completed in 1980. This coed residence consists of five self-contained units, eight persons each, living room, and outside entrance with patio or balcony. WEST HALL. This facility replicates Kuehne Hall and provides dormitory housing for 44 students. CHARLES BENNETT COMPUTER CENTER, completed in 1988, houses the Academic Computer Center and offices for the Computer Information Sciences faculty. LIBRARY FACILITIES THE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY, MABEE LIBRARY, located in the center of the campus and completed during the 1977-78 school year, is named n honor of J. E. and L. E. Mabee. Its three floors provide a variety of attractive study environments, from quiet carrels to group study rooms, and stack areas sufficient to hold 300,000 book volumes. This building was planned for implementation of the most recent developments in library technology and provides facilities for use of audio-visual materials, microforms, and computerized services. An online public access catalog includes the holdings in the Law, Mabee and Curriculum libraries and can be accessed over the campus computer network, over the Internet and through dialing in from home computers with modems. In addition, over 50 electronic databases in various subject areas are available to Washburn faculty, staff, and students via the campus network. A Special Collections Room, a Multi-Purpose/Lecture room, and provisions for display of art are included in the building, as are offices and work areas for the library staff. Present holdings include approximately 290,000 book volumes, and 1,800 periodicals subscriptions. The Curriculum Resources Center is maintained by Mabee Library in Carnegie Hall, primarily for the use of the faculty and students of the Department of Education but open to any member of the University staff or student body. Organized to represent a modern school resource center, it houses an extensive collection of children s and juvenile literature, primary and secondary textbooks, teacher reference works and multi-media instructional materials. THE LAW LIBRARY for Washburn University School of Law is located in the law building on the northwest corner of the campus. The library contains over 289,000 volumes, including titles in microfiche, video, and cd-rom formats. It is an official depository for materials published by the U.S. Governmnet Printing Office and Kansas state agencies and maintains an extensive intellectual property research collection. Appellate case reports and statutes from all fifty states are available as is an extensive collection of briefs from the U.S. and Kansas Supreme Courts. The online catalog provides direct access to selected Internet full text documents as well as to the holdings of the university's Mabee Library and the 200,000 volumes held by the Kansas Supreme Court Law Library (located a five-minute drive from the law school in the Judicial Center). Washburn has a national reputation for leadership in the use of new legal research technologies. Its WashLaw Web Internet site is viewed internationally as a major resource by legal researchers. The law library is host to the largest number of law-related electronic discussion groups (listservs) on the Internet. Major computer-based research systems, including the Internet, Lexis, and Westlaw, are available for law student and faculty use. Instruction in the use of these tools is available to each student in the first year. LABORATORIES The laboratories and equipment for science courses are found in Stoffer Science Hall. The Department of Physics and Astronomy has an 11 1/2-inch equatorial refracting telescope, a three-inch Fath zenith and transit telescope, a chronograph, and astronomical clocks located in a penthouse observatory. A planetarium with auxiliary projectors is located in a room seating seventy-five persons under a twenty-foot dome on the first floor of the building. An X-ray laboratory, a radioactive isotopes laboratory, a special problems laboratory, two large general physics laboratories, a well-equipped photographic darkroom, and a modern machine shop for construction of special equipment round out the facilities for this department. The Department of Biology has two research laboratories in which students are able to research projects carried on by faculty members, a bacteriological laboratory for pathogenic bacteria, a general microbiology laboratory, a physiology laboratory, an anatomy laboratory, a human cadaver dissection laboratory, three general biology laboratories, a preparation room, and an animal room with controlled environment. In addition, the Department has Karlyle Woods, a 30 acre woodland just north of the city, as a natural study and research area; and a greenhouse on the campus. The Department of Chemistry has multipurpose instructional laboratories, balance rooms, several research laboratories, instrument rooms, and glass working facilites. The department is well equipped with modern instrumentation that students use in instructional laboratories and for research projects. Major instrumentation includes a BioRad Fourier Transform Infrared spectrometer, a Varian Gemini 200 Fourier Transform Nuclear Magnetic Resonance spectrometer, a Finnigan Mat Gas Chromatograph Mass spectrometer, high Performance Liquid Chromatography, Gas Chromatography, subnanosecond Laser system, spectro- photometers, and computers and computer terminals. Each of the above departments is equipped with classrooms, seminar rooms, offices, and reception areas. The building is further equipped with large display cases in the spacious lobby. There are two large lecture halls, one seating two hundred and twelve persons and the other ninety-nine persons. The Academic Computer Center located in Bennett Computer Center provides computer services for classroom instruction and academic research. Computers available on-campus include Prime 9755 and IBM RS/6000 superminicomputers, SUN Microsystems workstations, and Apple, IBM and Zenith microcomputers. An IBM 3083 mainframe computer located at Kansas State University is also available via a remote control from the Prime 9755. Students, faculty and staff have access to the computing equipment via WUnet which is operated by the Academic Computer Center. Video terminal clusters, microcomputer laboratories and SUN workstations are located in all buildings on campus. Off-campus users who have a terminal or microcomputer and a modem can dial into WUnet. For more information contact the Director of the Academic Computer Center. The Department of Psychology has a sound-insulated laboratory for measuring classical and instrumental human responses. Facilities are available for one-way observation and electronic recording of subject s responses. The Center for Media has television production facilities and a cable television channel linked with homes over Topeka s cablevision system. The Department of International Studies has a fully-equipped language laboratory, computers for individual tutorials and pronunciation practice, a VCR and a growing collection of video materials from French, German, Spanish and Russian-speaking countries. The School of Applied Studies and Division of Continuing Education have extensive facilities in Benton Hall and the Petro Allied Health Center. Among the special features of Benton Hall are: Word Processing Center featuring two laboratory classrooms with RS 6000 IBM microcomputers. Health Record Technology Laboratory featuring health records, reference materials and on-line computers. Other facilities include: Respiratory Therapy Laboratory-featuring respirators, nebulizers, humidity and aerosol therapy devices, and other therapeutic and diagnostic equipment. Health Information, Radiation Therapy, and Radiologic Technology programs share a aboratory containing computers and other program related allied health equipment. IBM compatible computer labs in Henderson, Morgan and Bennett Computer Center; Apple lIE labs are located in Henderson and Carnegie Halls; and MacIntosh labs are in Garvey Fine Arts Center. In addition, there are terminal labs in Henderson, Benton, Morgan and Bennett Computer Center. KTWU Kansas first educational/ public television station, KTWU, was established by Washburn University in 1965. A maximum powered VHF television station, KTWU broadcasts on Channel 11. It covers 32 counties of Northeast and East Central Kansas and a portion of Northwest Missouri through its Topeka transmitter, and it also serves five counties of South Central Kansas by its translator, K30AL, located at Iola/Moran. Other population centers of Kansas and Missouri are served via 100+ television cable systems. KTWU moved into its new broadcast center on campus in May, 1994. The KTWU daily program schedule provides a range of culturally enriching programs and regularly telecasts college credit courses. A number of Washburn University students are employed at KTWU as assistants in Development, Engineering, Production, Programming and Promotion. Others serve as occasional interns and volunteers. KTWU is a member of the Public Broadcasting Service. PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND ATHLETIC FACILITIES The equipment and facilities for physical education provide an opportunity for every student to participate in physical education, recreational and athletic activity. WHITING FIELD HOUSE was erected in 1928 and named for Albe G. Whiting, long a friend of Washburn, and provides facilities for recreational athletics, physical education classes, recreational and intramural activities. It provides a large playing floor for basketball, as well as volleyball, handball, wrestling, tumbling, and gymnastics work. The building seats 2,700 spectators. MOORE BOWL, named for George Godfrey Moore, a well-known Topeka businessman, is a horseshoe-shaped, lighted field with a seating capacity of 8,000. It provides facilities for intercollegiate football. There are ten excellent cement tennis courts located near the Field House. OTHER PLAYING FIELDS are provided for other varsity sports, varsity practice, and intramural sports. A baseball diamond and two softball diamonds for intercollegiate competition are available. PETRO ALLIED HEALTH CENTER is an 8.5 million dollar physical education and athletic facility. This facility has a 25-meter 6-lane swimming pool with one and three meter diving boards. A large gymnasium with basketball courts and running track complement the facility. In addition there is a weight-training room, a dance studio, athletic training room, and an exercise physiology laboratory. ACADEMIC PROGRAMS DEGREE PROGRAMS - COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES CREATIVE AND PERFORMING ARTS PROGRAMS Art and Theatre Arts 1. Theatre - B.A. 2. Art - B.A. 3. Art - B.F.A. 4. Art Education - B.F.A. 5. Art History - B.A. Mass Media - B.A. Music 1. Music - B.A. 2. Music - B.M. a. Music Education b. Applied Music: Piano, Organ, Voice, Strings, Woodwinds, Brass, Percussion HUMANITIES PROGRAMS English 1. English - B.A. Emphasis in: a. Literature b. Writing 2. English-Secondary Teaching - B.A. International Studies 1. French - B.A. 2. German - B.A. 3. Spanish - B.A. 4. Secondary Education - B.A. 5. Russian (no major) Philosophy and Religion 1. Philosophy - B.A. 2. Religious Studies - B.A. 3. Pre-Professional a. Pre-Theology b. Pre-Law Speech Communication 1. Speech Communication - B.A. Humanities and Creative Performing Arts - A.A. Pre-Professional 1. Pre-Law NATURAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS PROGRAMS Biology 1. Biology - B.A.-B.S. 2. Secondary Education - B.A.-B.S. 3. Medical Technology - B.S. Chemistry 1. Chemistry - B.A.-B.S. 2. Secondary Education - B.A.-B.S. Computer Information Sciences 1. Computer Information Systems A.A.-B.A.-B.S. 2. Computer Information Science -B.S. Mathematics and Statistics 1. Mathematics - B.A.-B.S. 2. Mathematics (Secondary Education Specialization) -B.A.-B.S. 3. Mathematics (Actuarial Science Specialization) - B.A.-B.S. Physics and Astronomy 1. Physics B.A.-B.S. 2. Secondary Education 3. Emphasis in Astronomy Pre-Professional 1. Pre-Dentistry 2. Pre-Engineering 3. Pre-Medicine 4. Pre-Pharmacy 5. Pre-Veterinary Medicine General Science - B.S. Natural Sciences and Mathematics A.A. SOCIAL SCIENCES PROGRAMS History 1. History - B.A. 2. Secondary Education - B.A. Political Science 1. Political Science - B.A. 2. Secondary Administration - B.A. Public Administration 1. Public Administration -B.P.A. Psychology 1. Psychology - B.A. 2. Psychology (Clinical) - M.A. Sociology 1. Sociology - B.A. 2. Anthropology - B.A. Economics 1. Economics - B.A. Pre-Professional 1. Pre-Law UNIVERSITY HONORS PROGRAM EDUCATION PROGRAMS Education 1. Elementary Education - B.Ed. 2. Secondary Education 3. M.Ed. with emphasis in: a. Administration b. Elementary Curriculum and Instruction c. Reading d. Special Education Behavior Disorder Learning Disabilities 4. Early Childhood Education - A.A. & B.A. GENERAL STUDIES PROGRAM 1. General Studies - B A. HEALTH, PHYSICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS Physical Education 1. Physical Education (K-12) - B.Ed. 2. Physical Education - B.A. SCHOOL OF BUSINESS 1. Business - B.B.A. a. Accounting b. Economics c. Finance d. Management e. Marketing f. General Business 2. Business Administration - M.B.A. SCHOOL OF NURSING 1. Nursing - B.S.N. 2. School Nurse Certification 3. Nursing Continuing Education SCHOOL OF APPLIED STUDIES Allied Health Health Information Technology, C, AS Physical Therapist Assistant, AS Radiation Therapy, C Radiologic Technology, AS Respiratory Therapy, C, AS Criminal Justice Criminal Justice, AA Corrections, BSCJ Law Enforcement, BSCJ Human Services Human Services, AAS Human Services, BAS Concentrations in: Adult Care Home Admin Alcohol & Drug Abuse Gerontology Mental Health and Disabilities Youth Services Adult Care Home Administrator, C Alcohol & Drug Abuse, C Mental Health, C Office, Legal & Technology Banking, AAS Design Technology, AS Food Service, AA Industrial Technology, AAS Legal Assistant (AA) Office Administration, C, AA Purchasing, C, AAS Technology Administration, BAS Social Work Social Work, BSW Social Work, MSW SCHOOL OF LAW The Washburn University School of Law has been in continuous existence since 1903. The School was admitted to membership in the Association of American Law Schools in 1905 and in 1923 was one of 38 law schools (from among some 150 then in existence) on the American Bar Association s first approved list of law schools. The Washburn Law School provides professional training for students who utilize that training in the practice of law or closely related employment. The school s location in the state capital provides access to state courts at every level, a federal district court, state and federal administrative bodies and the state legislature. Over the years, Washburn law graduates have served the states and the nation in state and federal judiciary, in state legislatures, the Congress of the United States, and numerous other public positions of trust in local, state, and national levels. Some have entered the world of corporate affairs and risen to the highest legal and executive positions in major corporations. Others have returned to legal education and served as faculty and deans of law schools across the country. The vast majority have entered the private practice of law and now render exemplary service as attorneys. Washburn Law School has a proud heritage and has maintained a strong position by combining adherence to traditional values in legal education with progressive vision. For complete information see the separate catalog for the School of Law. School of Law 1. Law-J.D. INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES Interdisciplinary studies courses have content derived from different academic disciplines. Courses may be taught jointly by two or more faculty members from different departments or schools or by a single faculty member proficient in the course content. This program is administered by a faculty committee chaired by the Vice President for Academic Affairs. PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS A broadly based liberal education has always been accepted as the ideal preparation for graduate study. Pre-professional programs suggested by an increasing number of professional schools include from three to four years of study in the liberal arts field. Washburn University emphasizes in its group requirements the type of cultural foundation that professional and advanced technical schools prefer. Furthermore, Washburn s wide range of elective courses affords specific introductions to a variety of professional and occupational fields. The following suggestions, while not intended to be exhaustive, are indicative of the University s offering of pre-professional preparations. Pre-Dentistry Professor O Connor, Advisor Students preparing to enter dental college should consult the catalog of the school they plan to enter. In general, the program for the pre-dental student is the same as that for pre-medical students. Pre-Engineering Assistant Professor Dirksen, Advisor The student desiring to pursue a degree in engineering can complete most of the course of study common to the first and second years at the majority of recognized schools of engineering. Particular attention is directed to course work in mathematics, physics, chemistry, and writing and speaking skills. Washburn has a 3-2 program in cooperation with the University of Kansas and Kansas State University. This allows the student to earn two B.S. degrees: the first at Washburn and the second, a B.S. in Engineering, from either of the other universities. For details about this program, see Engineering in index. A suggested schedule for pre-engineering and the content of engineering courses may be found under the engineering section of the College of Arts and Sciences catalog. Pre-Law Professor Cann, Advisor The student preparing to enter Washburn School of Law or any quality school of law should seek a broad undergraduate education which should include courses in English, economics, history, political science, philosophy, and sociology. Basic courses in economics and accounting are desirable. Courses which develop the ability to write and speak clearly and correctly, as well as those courses which will help to attain exactness of thought and the ability to make valid analytical comparisons and differen- tiations, are desirable. Familiarity with American and English history and the government of those countries is necessary in a proper background for the study of law. The student interested in pre-legal education should seek the advice of a pre-law advisor early in his/her college career. Pre-law advisors may be found in a number of departments including political science, history, criminal justice, philosophy, English, speech communication, and the School of Business. Pre-Medicine Professor O Connor, Advisor Most medical schools prefer a four-year degree preparation with strong foundations in chemistry, biology, physics, and English. The Medical College Admission Test is required and the pre- medical student is urged to consult a chosen medical school before the junior year in college. The exact course of study applicable to any student s background can only be established in consultation with the pre-medicine advisor. Pre-Nursing Dr. Alice A. Young, Dean Mary V. Allen, R.N., Advisor Washburn University offers the four-year baccalaureate program in Nursing and the pre-nursing course requirements for students preparing to enter the Nursing Major. The program in Nursing prepares graduate to write the state licensing examination to become registered nurses (RN). Pre-nursing students interested in the Washburn baccalaureate program should seek academic advisement in the School of Nursing (Petro Allied Health Center, Room 203). Pre-Pharmacy Professor Barton, Advisor Most students in the pre- pharmacy program transfer to the School of Pharmacy at the University of Kansas, which requires 60 hours (approxi- mately two years) of college level pre-professional studies prior to admission to the professional program. The exact course of study applicable to any student s background can only be established in consultation with the pre-pharmacy advisor. Pre-Theology Professor Crawford, Advisor The American Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada recommends that pre-seminary studies place emphasis on a liberal arts program. Washburn University makes available also the recommended courses in Religion to ensure familiarity with that field. A suggested pre-seminary course of study with a major in Philosophy or in Religious Studies may be obtained from the Philosophy Department. Pre-Veterinary Medicine Professor Boyer, Advisor Most state schools of veterinary medicine have preferred admission of residents of that state, and certain numbers of applicants from cooperating states lacking veterinary schools. Private schools accept applications from all qualified students. Kansas residents would ordinarily apply to the Kansas State University School of Veterinary Medicine. All of the required Pre-Veterinary courses can be taken at Washburn. Practical experience with animals, especially in a veterinary context, is important in making successful application. Program details are available from the pre-veterinary advisor. SPECIAL PROGRAMS EVENING AND WEEKEND CLASSES Courses offered during late afternoon, evening and weekend hours compose a significant part of the University academic and continuing education program. Classes are organized to serve orking adult members of the community as well as full-time students of the University. Students enrolling in these classes can begin a college education, continue their education on a college level, improve occupational knowledge and skills, study for personal enrichment, or pursue avocational interests. Experienced teachers have opportunity to pursue the master s egree through courses scheduled in the Graduate Education Program. The Department of Psychology also offers graduate courses leading to a Master of Arts degree with an emphasis in clinical skills. The School of Business Master of Business Administration program provides students the opportunity to continue their business education. In addition to offering a broad range of academic courses which lead ultimately to certificates, associate degrees, or the baccalaureate degrees and master s degrees from the College of Arts and Sciences, the School of Applied Studies, Continuing Education, and the School of Business, the University recognizes the responsibility to develop other instructional programs in areas where community needs are identified and the University has resources to respond to those needs. EVENING AND WEEKEND COURSE ANNOUNCEMENTS The Facilities Use Office annually publishes three class schedules. Evening and weekend courses are easily recognized as they are shaded in gray. Schedules are available in the main lobby of Morgan Hall according to the following dates: Fall Semester beginning mid-March; Spring Semester beginning mid-October; Summer Session beginning mid-February. The semester schedule is also available through wuinfo on the RS6000 computer system. COURSES ON EDUCATIONAL TELEVISION The University offers a regular program of college credit courses through the broadcast facilities of KTWU, Channel 11, in Topeka, Washburn Cable channel 23 and using video cassettes. Television instruction is supplemented on-campus with orientation, review, and examination sessions with the University course instructors. THE SUMMER SESSION As the University continues to broaden the scope of its educational activities, the academic life of an increasing number of students extends into the summer months. The Washburn Summer Session includes day and evening classes, several intensive workshops and seminars, television courses, special summer institutes, short-term foreign language workshops, and sports and music camps. The diverse summer program is planned for students who wish to begin their college study, for those who wish to continue their regular academic programs, for middle and high school youth who wish to pursue special interests, and for adults who wish to pursue studies on a professional level or for individual self-improvement. SUMMER SESSION BULLETIN Detailed information concerning the faculty, summer calendar, admission, fees, course offerings, and class schedules is included in the Summer Class Schedule. This publication is available in the main lobby of Morgan Hall. In general, rules governing Summer Session admission are the same as those governing the regular session. SUMMER REGISTRATION Summer registration for undergraduate/graduates is held in Morgan Hall. A registration period during the evening hours is scheduled to accommodate working students. For complete information see the Summer Class Schedule published each year. KANSAS STUDIES The Washburn Center for Kansas Studies is a group of university faculty who come together to promote and share their interest in Kansas Studies. The Center is dedicated to encouraging Kansas Studies by offering courses in the Kansas Studies Program, by creating resources and providing information about Kansas resources at Washburn University and around the state, by offering programming and courses on Kansas topics, and by providing outreach programs that focus on Kansas: its past, present, and future. An optional Minor in Kansas Studies is available for the Bachelor of Arts degree in the College of Arts and Sciences. Requirements for the optional Minor are listed in the College of Arts and Sciences section of the catalog. INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS INTERNATIONAL CENTER The International Center office is located in the International House (The Spanish-style, tiled-roof house behind the Student Union). In cooperation with the International Education Committee which he/she chairs, the director of the International Center coordinates study abroad and exchange programs, coordinates the schedules and activities of foreign teachers or students on campus, recommends on scholarship aid for students wishing to study abroad, and seeks to expand study and teaching opportunities for Washburn students and faculty. He/she also serves as international student advisor. In cooperation with International Center of Topeka, Inc., a community based group of about 300 members which shares the International House as a facility, the director promotes and coordinates international programming on campus, e.g., a weekly Brown Bag luncheon held at noon most Wednesdays in the International House, which features presentations on international topics, and six to ten International Forums each year, which feature distinguished foreign speakers. STUDY ABROAD POLICY Washburn University encourages students to include a study abroad experience as part of their degree preparation. The university teaches or coordinates a number of programs located in various foreign countries. Detailed information is provided below. Washburn University Study Abroad Program Students Currently enrolled at Washburn Students wishing to receive Washburn credit for their study abroad experience must be admitted to Washburn University for the semester/term in which they will study. Students may receive Washburn credit only if they have enrolled in a Washburn class and have paid tuition for the number of credit hours attempted. The Washburn class will be listed in the Class Schedule as an independent study or special topics course in a relevant discipline. If the class does not follow the academic calendar for a semester or the summer term, it will be considered to be an out-of-sequence class and the work will be posted for the semester/term in which the work is completed. If the Washburn course begins and ends in a semester/ term, the student will enroll by telephone for Advance Registration or on an enrollment form during Regular or Late Enrollment. If the class is an out-of-sequence class, an additional option is the Easy Enrollment Form. A grade roster will be made for each class. If the coursework is completed within the regular timeframe for the semester/term, the grades should be submitted within the usual five day deadline. If the physical distance between countries prohibits this deadline being met, a # sign will be assigned to each individual on the grade roster. The # sign denotes that the instructor has not yet turned in the grade. The grades should be provided to the University Registrar's Office as soon as possible so the student's transcript can reflect the grade for the course. If the student has not completed the coursework, but the course has been completed within the regular semester/term, an incomplete grade should be given to the student and the "incomplete grade" procedures and deadlines will apply as specified in the catalogue. The specific Washburn University Study Abroad Programs available will be listed in the Class Schedule for that semester/term. Examples of possible programs are: 1) Criminal Justice Program to London, and 2) University of Nottingham (Nursing only). Study Abroad Program Coordinated by Washburn University Coursework is Posted on the Washburn Transcript as Transfer Credit This coursework will not be considered resident work. The student will be certified as enrolled in college courses for financial aid purposes. The student will need to be approved for the Study Abroad Program by completing the Study Abroad Transfer Form and submitting it to the Study Abroad Advisor before going abroad (deadline for submission determined by Study Abroad Program). Prior to the student going abroad, the Study Abroad Advisor will provide the Office of the University Registrar with the name of the individual going abroad, his/her social security number, the location of study, the timeframe of study, and the number of hours of credit the student will earn. The Office of the University Registrar will put the information into the master file and transcript file for that term/ semester(s). The student's class schedule will show the header of "ZZ 100 Study Abroad: Name of Country # Credit Hrs. When the coursework has been completed, the Study Abroad Advisor will provide the University Registrar's Office with their designated copy of the completed Study Abroad Transfer Form and the original document/transcript from the Foreign College/ University. Only credit (CR) will be assigned for the coursework except for courses taken for the major which will be assigned a letter grade as submitted by the chairperson of the department. The letter grade will be provided to the Office of the University Registrar on the Study Abroad Transfer Form. The Registrar's Office will enter the specific course line (the department designation, course number, course title, the number of credit hours, and grade or CR) into the text of the transcript under the ZZ100 Study Abroad header. The cum line will reflect all zeros since Washburn credit will not be awarded, but this information will need to be displayed in order to verify hours in the Study Abroad Program for financial aid verifications. The Study Abroad header and cum line will remain in the text of the transcript, but the work will be displayed as transfer credit. The student completing the program would be able to request a copy of their Washburn transcript. However, even though the transcript will not indicate that Washburn credit was given, it will be a record of the student's attendance in a Study Abroad Program and show our evaluation of their performance in Washburn equivalents. The institution receiving the transcript would have to decide whether to accept credit from the listing on our transcript or to require the original documentation from the foreign institution. The following are Study Abroad Programs coordinated by Washburn University: Austria: University of Klagenfurt China, People's Republic of: Zhejiang Normal University Costa Rica: Centro Cultural Costarricense - Norte Americano Denmark: Denmark International Studies (DIS), Copenhagen England: Cambridge University (summer program) France: University of Claremont-Ferrand Japan: Fukuoka University Mexico: Universidad de las Americas South Africa: University of Pretoria Sweden: Orebro University Study Abroad Program Sponsored by Other American Colleges/ Universities Students Transferring Study Abroad Credit to Washburn University Students studying abroad in programs sponsored by other universities/colleges must have an official transcript sent from the institution awarding credit to the Office of Admissions at Washburn University. The transcript will be evaluated to determine what credit is transferable to Washburn. FINANCIAL AID Scholarships for study abroad are available for qualified applicants. A single application form is used for study abroad and for financial assistance, and is available in the International House office or the International Studies Department office. Application deadline is February 15. INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Washburn University is pleased to serve the educational needs of students from abroad and welcomes their participation in its programs. ADMISSIONS International students should apply for admission through the International Student Advising Office in Morgan Hall 380. Appplications must include the following: 1. completed Washburn University international Application Form 2. $40 application fee which includes $15 for English testing and evaluation 3. official transcripts of completed secondary education 4. official transcripts of any college or university course work (If the student wishes to transfer credit from a foreign institution, transcripts must be evaluated by a Washburn University- recognized evaluation service. Cost of this evaluation is borne by the student.) 5. a balanced TOEFL score of at least 520 for students from non-English speaking countries, students with low or without TOEFL scores can be admitted conditionally through the University's Intensive English Center. See "The Intensive English Center," listed below for more information. 6. certified evidence of the student's ability to finance his/her study while in the United States. INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADVISING The International Student Advising Office, located in Morgan 380, assists international students with immigration matters related to F-1 student visa status during the admission process and throughout the student s stay at Washburn. INTENSIVE ENGLISH CENTER (IEC) MO 375 F 913-231-1010 x2014 The Intensive English Center (IEC) offers non-credit English as a second language instruction to international students who generally aspire to improve their English skills for the purpose of succeeding in university courses. The program is composed of four areas: foundations (grammar and structure), speaking, reading, and writing. The IEC determines the proper level for placement for incoming students based on their TOEFL scores, in-house tests, transcripts and other evidence. Students who meet the minimum TOEFL requirement but show deficiency in certain areas may be required to take additional courses until proficiency is achieved. Contact the Director of the IEC for more information and further assistance. Course Offerings in Intensive English IE 82 Structure & Guided Composition (4 contact hours) IE 83 English Usage and Grammar (4 contact hours) These are foundation courses focusing on writing the sentence (from simple to compound to complex) and on writing the paragraph. The objective is to help students improve their vocabulary, grammar, and basic writing skills. IE 84 Extensive Reading (4 contact hours) IE 85 Intensive Reading (4 contact hours) These courses prepare students for successful academic performance. The focus is on comprehending and responding to academic written materials, and on the structure, grammar, and vocabulary of academic English. IE 86/87 Public Speaking for Non-Native Speakers (4 contact hours) These courses aim to improve the student's oral and aural skills. They prepare students to participate in everday social interactions and basic classroom activities such as asking and answering questions, effectively listening to lectures and getting involved in basic discussions. Students will be expected to prepare and give short speeches. They will also receive and be tested on a list of idiomatic expressions each week. IE 88 Advanced Writing (4 contact hours) IE 89 Developmental English (4 contact hours) These are transitional courses. Much individual attention is given, focusing on developing the basic habits of good writing through short writings and culminating in the writing of organized and developed themes. DIVISION OF CONTINUING EDUCATION Benton Hall, Suite 408 (913) 231-1010 ext. 1399 Sharon D. Graham, Director Shirley Byrnes, Program Coordinator Vance Laine, Program Coordinator Thomas Underwood, Program Coordinator Baili Zhang, Program Coordinator GENERAL INFORMATION As an integral part of Washburn University, the Division of Continuing Education has a broad mandate to extend the resources of the University to a larger community. This is done through educational programs that meet the needs of individuals, corporate and government agencies, and members of professional and community organizations in Topeka, Shawnee County, and the state of Kansas. The Division provides lifelong learning opportunities during the year through a variety of credit and non-credit courses, seminars, institutes and conferences. These programs strive to increase an adult s ability to do his/her job because learning and career are inextricably intertwined in today's world. Through certificate programs in business management, computer training, and criminal justice, adults are able to enhance specific job skills. Seminars for nurses, social workers, psychologists, and other professionals are also offered. The Division responds to specific continuing education requests through in-house training. Washburn's Intensive English Program is also coordinated through Continuing Education. Other programs are offered for those who simply pursue education for the enjoyment of learning. Several thousand people attend continuing education programs on campus each year. As the division responds to the needs of adult learners, programs are offered during evening and weekend hours, utilizing technology to enhance the learning process. Participants gain professional knowledge, develop new skills and interests, and satisfy personal goals. As the Topeka community makes strides in improving quality of life for its citizens, the University is an able partner in assuring that educational needs of the community are met through timely, high-quality educational events. For more information, or to receive brochures on specific programs, contact the Division at (913) 231-1010, extension 1399. You may also visit us on the World Wide Web at: http://www.wuacc.edu/ce. INSTITUTE FOR COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS Each year the university engages in a wide range of partnerships, which distinguish Washburn in the state s system of higher education, enrich the cultural milieu of the community, and offer students dramatic opportunities to blend classroom activity with service learning. Throughout the area wherever teaching and learning can be applied to local needs and aspirations, community partnerships flourish. The Institute for Community Partnerships monitors existing partnerships, it considers invitations across the community for assistance, and it responds, appropriate to the mission and resources of the university and the priority needs of the community. Formally inaugurated with the 1993 year, the Institute promotes an understanding of the continuous nature of partnerships, facilitates links between campus academic programs and community activities, and inaugurates activites. Among the most recent have been the creation of a learning service component of student activities with the instigation of the Washburn Association for Campus and Community Outreach (WACCO). As WACCO members, Washburn students engage in community service designed to address issues associated with the Topeka urban core. The Institute is located in Henderson, HC 311. ACADEMIC POLICIES AND REGULATIONS GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Each candidate for a degree must meet the general requirements for graduation and the specific requirements for the degree desired. In order to insure the early and proper selection of a field of concentration, every student seeking a baccalaureate degree is required to have filed a declaration of major by the time the student has completed 54 credit hours. Candidates for the associate degree must file the declaration of major at the completion of 24 credit hours. A student is free to change majors at any time by following the correct prescribed procedures. Declaration is made on a Declaration of Field of Concentration and Degree form which the student secures from the Registrar s Office. After a conference to determine acceptability as a major the department chairperson or the dean assigns an advisor, signs and dates the form and forwards it to the Registrar s Office. Candidates for the Baccalaureate Degree must file a degree application form before beginning the semester in which final requirements are to be met. Associate degree candidates must file a degree application form prior to enrolling in the final 15 hours. The University confers degrees at the end of each semester and at the end of the Summer Session. REQUIREMENTS COMMON TO ALL BACHELOR DEGREES 1. A minimum of 124 semester hours of credit is required for graduation. 2. Six hours of English Composition are required, including three hours at the lower division and three hours at the upper division. a. To meet the English composition requirements, students must take English 101 during the Freshman year and English 300 during the Junior or Senior year. Freshmen whose names begin with A through K will enroll in English 101 during the Fall Semester and those whose last names begin with the letters L through Z in the Spring Semester. If, in the judgment of the English Department, the student needs to develop improved basic writing skills before attempting English 101, the student will be transferred to English 100 on a pass/fail basis (does not count towards degree credit hour requirements, nor general education requirements). English 101, English/Honors 102, and English 300 will not count toward the completion of the Arts & Humanities General Education requirement. Students who do not satisfactorily pass the EN 300 placement test must take EN200 and receive a grade of C or better. EN200 will not fulfill a General Education Humanities requirement. b. Candidates for the degree must earn at least a C (or equivalent) in both Freshman and Advanced Composition. c. Note: All students graduating from a four-year program must have taken one upper division writing course. The designated course to fill that requirement is English 300. English 300 satisfies three hours of the forty upper division hours required for a four-year degree.Students who have completed English 102 or a comparable course at another college or university will be able to use their English 102 credits toward Washburn s graduation requirements, even though their English 102 does not satisfy Washburn s upper division writing requirement, nor will it satisfy general education humanities requirements. d. Students who have completed HN 102 Honors and one of the seminars in the University Honors Program have satisfied Washburn s composition requirement. For the variety of other ways HN 102 Honors satisfies the Washburn writing requirement, particularly when AP credit or transfer credit is involved, students should visit with the Dean of University Honors. 3. Two hours of physical education PE 198 Lifetime Wellness are required. PE 198 Lifetime Wellness may be taken for grade or pass/fail. 4. Three hours of Mathematics are required. Students must complete MA 110 or MA 116 with a grade of C or better. This requirement will be waived if the student demonstrates appropriate competency as determined by the Mathematics and Statistics Department. For the Bachelor of Science in Nursing, students who have completed MA 140 or its equivalent with a grade of C or better are considered to have fulfilled the University general education requirement in Mathematics. 5. A specified number of hours in General Education is required (See General Education Groups and Subject Areas) 6. A cumulative grade average of at least C (2.0 grade point) is required. 7. Forty hours of Junior-Senior work are required (300-400 numbered courses). 8. At least 12 hours in the major must be in the upper division courses. 9. For the bachelor degrees, at least 30 hours must be earned in residence at Washburn, including 20 of the last 30, or 40 of the last 60 presented for the degree. At least 25 percent of the credit hours required for the major must be taken at Washburn. 10. No more than 12 hours of correspondence work may be offered toward any degree. This applies to correspondence courses only and not to extension courses. Courses failed by a student in residence may not be repeated by correspondence. Normally, courses offered on campus may not be taken bycorrespondence. 11. To count toward a major, minor, or required correlated area, work must be of C grade or better. 12. While there is no specific limit to the total number of semester hours that may be taken on a non-graded basis such as pass/fail, credit by examination, advanced placement, and/or military service, a minimum of 84 hours presented for graduation must be on a graded basis. 13. Pass/Fail option cannot be taken in major department, or correlated area unless written permission is obtained from the head of the major department for that course and filed with the Registrar s office. 14. A student may be awarded a degree after completing the requirements for that degree in effect when he/she first enrolled or, if he/she chooses, in effect in any subsequent year except that no degree shall be awarded based upon requirements not in effect within six years of the date of graduation. 15. A double major may be completed within the 124 hour total by meeting all the requirements of the two majors. 16. Any candidate for a second baccalaureate degree must meet the specific requirements for both degrees and present a minimum of 154 hours of credit. No more than 40 hours of this total can be ungraded. 17. For general elective credits for a baccalaureate degree, no more than a combined total of ten hours of credit in physical activity courses (beyond the two-hour graduation requirement) and music ensemble courses will count. REQUIREMENTS COMMON TO ALL ASSOCIATE DEGREES 1. A minimum of 62 hours is required. 2. Three hours of English Composition (English 101 or its equivalent) are required (see 2.a. & 2.b. under Requirements Common to All Bachelor s Degrees). 3. Two hours PE 198 are required. 4. Three hours of MA 110 or MA 116 with a grade of C or better. This requirement will be waived if the student demonstrates appropriate competency as determined by the Mathematics and Statistics Department. Any mathematics courses taken to satisfy this requirement may also be used to meet the distribution requirements for Math and Natural Sciences. 5. Six hours in each of the distribution groups of General Education (see General Education Groups and Subject Areas) with courses selected from at least two disciplines in each group. The individual student should check with the major department; in many cases, correlated areas required by the major department will fill some of the general education requirements. 6. A cumulative grade average of at least C (2.0 grade point) is required. 7. To count toward a major, minor, or required correlated areas, work must be of C grade or better. 8. Twenty-four credit hours must be completed at Washburn University; of these, 12 of the last 24 must be Washburn University credits. 9. Forty-two hours must be graded. (Cooperative programs with Kaw Area Technical School are exempt). 10. No more than 12 hours of correspondence study may be offered toward a degree. Courses failed by a student in residence may not be repeated by correspondence. Normally, courses offered on campus may not be taken bycorrespondence. 11. Pass/Fail option cannot be taken in the major department or correlated area unless written permission is obtained from the head of the major department for that course and filed with the Registrar s Office. 12. A student may be awarded a degree after completing the requirements for that degree in effect when he/she first enrolled or, if he/she chooses, in effect in any subsequent year except that no degree shall be awarded based upon requirements not in effect within six years of the date of graduation. GENERAL EDUCATION STATEMENT The following statement on general education was passed by the general faculty. The primary function of a liberal education is to teach those students who have the capacity and the desire to learn how to learn. Washburn University believes that a good education is the shared responsibility of the primary and secondary schools and the university. The foundation for a liberal education must be developed in the pre-college years. The university must strengthen and build on this foundation. The goals of a liberal education can be divided into two - intellectual skills and areas of knowledge. A graduate with a baccalaureate or associate degree should have acquired the following skills: The ability to (a) read intelligently, (b) write effectively, (c) listen sensitively, (d) speak clearly, (e) think creatively, (f) reason mathematically and understand numerical data, (g) process information both in terms of synthesis and analysis, (h) interpret and assess human values, and (i) solve problems using the methods of analysis considering evidence,relevance and validity. Since knowledge consists of more than random and unrelated facts, the university encourages broad comprehension. The areas of knowledge needed by a graduate are listed below: 1. The world of human ideas, aspirations, values and institutions -- an understanding of how ideas have been developed and expressed in history, the arts, literature, philosophy, religion and the social sciences. This includes investigation into how human beings have existed at other times and in cultures other than our own. 2. The world of nature -- an understanding of the scientific method and the physical world, knowing something about the earth, the nature of human beings as a biological species, and comprehending the implications of science and technology in our society. A liberal education cannot be obtained by a student hrough enrollment in a few specially designed courses. The required skills and areas of knowledge must be presented, explained, discussed and used throughout the whole university curriculum. This statement is a guide not only for the students to determine their expectations of a college education, but also for each professor to help determine the extent that his or her course is meeting the goals of general education. GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS (Transfer students should also see "Transfer" section for additional information.) Students who have earned Washburn credit prior to the fall semester of 1997 will fall under the general education requirements in effect when they first enrolled or those of any subsequent year provided that the student graduates within 6 years of that year. To fulfill general education requirements a student must complete the following: 1. Six hours of English Composition (EN 101 & 300) 2. Two hours of Physical Education (PE 198). 3. Three hours of Mathematics (MA 110 or MA 116). 4. Nine , twelve or fifteen hours (depending on Bachelor's degree) in each of the three general education groups: Humanities, Social Sciences, and Natural Sciences and Mathematics, to total 27 or 42 hours depending on degree (see Specific Degree Requirements below). 5. Six hours for Associate degree in each of the general education groups: Humanities, Social Sciences, and Natural Sciences and Mathematics with courses selected from at least two disciplines in each group. 6. Candidates for degrees other than the BBA degree are limited to a maximum of 21 hours of Accounting (AC) and Business (BU) courses within the 124 minimum required for graduation. Courses in the student s major discipline do not fulfill general education requirements. General Education Groups and Subject Areas University requirements include six hours of English composition (EN 101, EN 300), three hours of Mathematics (MA 110 or MA 116), and two hours of Physical Education (PE 198). ARTS AND HUMANITIES 1. English (Exc. EN 100, 101, 102, 200, and 300) EN 110, EN 131, EN 135, EN 138, EN 190, EN 205, EN 207, EN 208, EN 210, EN 214 2. HN 201 3. Philosophy PH 100, PH 102, PH 104, PH 110, PH 115, PH 201, PH 202, PH 207, PH 214, PH 220, PH 315 4. Religion RG 101, RG 102, RG 105, RG 106, RG 207 5.Music MU 100, MU 101 6. Art AR 101, AR 102, AR 103, AR 140, AR 141, AR 301, AR 309, AR 310 7. Mass Media MM 100 8. International Studies FR 101, FR 102, FR 211, FR 212 GE 101, GE 102, GE 211, GE 212 SP 101, SP 102, SP 211, SP 212 9. Speech Communication SC 101, SC 150, SC 241 10. Theatre TH 101, TH 102, TH 103, TH 305, TH 306 NATURAL SCIENCES, MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS 1. Biology BI 100, BI 102, BI 150, BI 202 2. Chemistry CH 101, CH 121, CH 151, CH 152 3. Physics PS 101, PS 120, PS 126 4. Astronomy AS 101, AS 102, AS 103 5. Geology GL 101, GL 103 6. Mathematics (Exc: MA 110 or MA 116, if taken for University requirements for baccalaureate degree. MA 110 or MA 116 will count toward distribu- tion requirements for associate degrees.)MA 117, MA 140, MA 141, MA 145, MA 148, MA 151, MA 206 7. HN 203 SOCIAL SCIENCES 1. Political Science PO 106, PO 107 2. History HI 101, HI 102, HI 111, HI 112, HI 130, HI 131, HI 132 3. Psychology PY 100, PY 101, PY 231 4. Economics EC 100, EC 201, EC 202 5. Sociology SO 100, SO 101 6. Anthropology AN 112 7. HN 202 General Education Requirements for Specific Bachelor's and Associate Degrees 1. Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Business Administration degrees: A student must have 15 hours in Arts and Hu- manities with at least 3 of those hours selected from the area of Art, Music, or Theatre. The remaining credit hours must be selected from at least two other disciplines. The student must also have 12 hours in Natural Sciences and Mathematics. The credit hours must include courses from at least two disciplines other than Mathematics. The student must also have 15 hours in Social Sciences. Candidates for the Bachelor in Business Administration degree cannot use Economics courses to fulfill the General Education social science requirement.No more than 6 hours may be counted for General Education credit from any one discipline. 2. Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, or Bachelor of Music with a major in performance. A student must have 9 hours in each of the three distribution groups with courses selected from at least two disciplines in each group, to include 3 hours in Art, Music, or Theatre within the 9 hours of Arts and Humanities. The Bachelor of Science in Nursing has additional specified course requirements that fall within the distribution groups. 3. Bachelor of Education (majors in elementary education and physical education) and Bachelor of Music with a major in Music Education. A student should consult with the appropriate department for specific course requirements. 4. Bachelor of Social Work. A student must have 12 hours in the Arts and Humanities, three hours of which must be in Art, Music, or Theatre, and 12 hours in Natural Sciences and Mathematics with some specified courses. Twenty-one hours are required in Social Sciences with specific course requirements. No more than 6 hours may be counted from any one discipline. Please read the Social Work section of this catalog for further information. 5. Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. A student must have 12 hours in the Arts and Humanities, three hours of which must be in Art, Music, or Theatre, and 12 hours in Natural Sciences and Mathematics with some specified courses. Twelve hours are required in Social Science with specific course requirements. No more than 6 hours may be counted from one discipline. 6. Bachelor of Applied Science. A student must have 12 hours in the Arts and Humanities, three hours of which must be in Art, Music, or Theatre, 12 hours in Natural Sciences and Mathematics, and 12 hours in the Social Sciences with specific course require- ments in each of the distribution areas. No more than 6 hours may be counted from any one discipline. 7. Associate of Arts and Associate of Science. A student must complete six hours from the Arts and Humanities, six hours in Natural Sciences and Mathematics, and six hours in the Social Sciences with courses selected from at least two disciplines in each distribution group. DECLARING A MAJOR In order to insure the early and proper selection of a field of concentration, students seeking a baccalaureate degree are required to file a declaration of major by the time they have completed 54 hours. Candidates for the associate degree must file the declaration of major at the completion of 24 credit hours. A student is free at any time to change majors, or to add a second or third major, by following the prescribed procedures. Declaration of a major is made on a Declaration of Major and Degree form which the student secures from the department chair, Academic Advising in the Center for Learning and Student Success, or the University Registrar s Office. The student fills out the form, in consultation with the department chair of the department in which he or she plans to major. The chairperson signs the form and assigns the student an advisor. Either the chairperson or the student then returns the form to Academic Advising. An additional form should be submitted for any change of major, change of degree, or additional major. PARTICIPATION IN COMMENCEMENT The University has only one commencement which is at the end of the Spring semester. Students who are scheduled to complete final requirements for a degree during the following Summer term may be permitted to participate in commencement. Such candidates must have Declaration of Major Forms and Applications for Degree on file in the University Registrar s Office. DEGREES The University confers degrees three times a year to students who have met all requirements as of the last day of final examinations for each semester/term: Fall semester, Spring semester, and the Summer term. The summer term is comprised of several sessions or short courses, but the degree will be conferred at the end of the term. All work not completed by the last day of finals for each semester/term will result in a graduation date of the following semester/term or later if a previous "incomplete" has not been finalized. If a student is concurrently enrolled at another institution and intends to use the work to complete graduation requirements at Washburn, an official transcript from the institution must be received within two weeks of Washburn s last final examination date of the graduating semester/term in order to have the degree conferred in that same semester/term. APPLICATION FOR DEGREE Students planning to complete a Baccalaureate and/or Associate degree must file an Application for Degree form in the Office of the University Registrar in order to initiate a graduation check. The graduation check will be completed early in the semester/term in which the student plans to graduate. The form should be filed in September for the Fall semester and in February for the Spring semester and Summer term (see the academic calendar for the exact dates). A student is not a Candidate for Degree until the University Registrar's Office has the form on file. Students who do not graduate in the semester/term specified on the Application for Degree must file another application for the subsequent semester/term in which they plan to graduate. Forms are available in the University Registrar's Office. DEGREE AUDIT Degree audits are completed in the Office of the University Registrar for currently enrolled Washburn University students only. A student may request a Baccalaureate degree audit upon obtaining 85 semester hours of credit (including current enrollment). An Associate Degree candidate must have a minimum of 40 hours (including current enrollment). In order to receive a degree audit, the student must submit a Degree Audit Request Form to the University Registrar s Office. A student may make only two requests for degree audits prior to graduation. Any changes in a student schedule (i.e. dropping or adding a class during the term) after a degree audit has been made should be discussed with the academic advisor. All completed degree audits prior to the final check are sent directly to the respective academic departments for distribution to advisors. Students are mailed a postcard to inform them of the date the audit was completed and to encourage them to meet with their advisor or department chairs for a review of remaining requirements. POSTHUMOUS DEGREES Upon recommendation of an undergraduate or law student s major department or school and upon approval of the Dean of the College or School, the President and the Board of Regents, he/she may be granted a degree posthumously if he/she lacks no more than fifteen credit hours of completing his/her academic program. A graduate student may receive a degree posthumously if he/she lacks no more than six credit hours of completing his/her academic program. DIPLOMAS Diploma Distribution Diplomas will be available approximately two months after each semester/ term. Diplomas may be picked up in the Office of the University Registrar, Morgan 115, during regular business hours. Photo identification must be presented to obtain your diploma. Students may have diplomas mailed by completing the Diploma Mailing Request Form in the University Registrar s Office. The fee for mailing a diploma is $5.00 if mailed to a U.S. address and $10.00 if mailed to an overseas address. Diplomas are not issued if the student has outstanding financial obligations to the University. Diploma Replacement A diploma may be replaced providing a request is made in writing. The request may be mailed to or made in person during regular business hours at the Office of the University Registrar, Morgan Hall 115. The replacement fee is $25.00. Diploma Designations Majors and minors are not designated on the diploma; however, they are reflected on the transcript. If a student adds a major/minor to a degree after the diploma is issued, the additional designation will be reflected on the transcript. An additional diploma will not be issued. Only Latin honors (Summa Cum Laude, Magna Cum Laude, and Cum Laude) are designated on undergraduate, bachelor degree diplomas. In addition to Latin honors, Stoffer Honors, Departmental and School Honors, and University Honors are posted on the transcript. GRADING SYSTEM GRADES AND GRADE POINTS Symbols Used Grade Hour in grading Points/ of cr A Excellent 4 B Well above average 3 C Average 2 D Below average but passing 1 F Failure 0 I Incomplete 0 W Withdrawn passing WF Withdrawn failing 0 CR Credit AU Audit N No college credit # No grade reported S Satisfactory completion of a non-credit course U Unsatisfactory completion of a non-credit course The letter I indicates incomplete work which may be completed without repetition of the regular work of the course. The report incomplete will not be used when a definite grade can be assigned for the course. It will not be given for the work of a student in any course except to indicate that some part of the work, for good reason, has not been completed, while the rest of the work has been satisfactorily completed. The student must have completed three-fourths of the course requirements. The I grade is used only when in the opinion of the instructor there is expectation that the work will be completed. Fall and Winter Intersession incompletes in undergraduate courses must be made up before the end of the second week before the Final Examination Period of the Spring semester, and Spring and Summer incompletes must be made up before the end of the second week before the Final Examination Period of the Fall semester; otherwise, an "F" grade will be recorded. There is no deadline for removal of an incomplete for graduate credit. Students transferring to Washburn with Incompletes on their transcripts will have the hours computed in hours attempted in determining all grade point averages. Incompletes of transfer students may be removed by an officially revised transcript from the originating institution, or by repeating those courses in accordance with the Washburn University repeat policy. If not removed by one of the above actions the effect will be that of converting the transfer students Incomplete to a failing grade in determining overall grade point averages. When reporting I grades to the University Registrar s Office, the instructor is required to record in detail, on the form provided by the University Registrar s Office, the conditions to be met by the students in order to remove the I . This information shall be made available also to the Department Chairperson. PASS/FAIL OPTION A student who has completed 24 or more semester hours of college work and who has a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher may elect to take one course per semester on a pass/fail basis at time of enrollment, except for physical education PE 198, may be taken pass/fail anytime. The Pass/Fail option cannot be taken in the required major (including minor and required correlated courses) unless written permission is acquired from the head of the major department for that course and filed with the University Registrar s Office. A passing grade is recorded as CR credit on the transcript and is not figured in cumulative grade point average. A failing grade is recorded as F on the transcript and is included in hours attempted, thus being figured in the cumulative grade point average. During the period through which students can enroll for credit, students are allowed to switch from pass/fail status to grade status. Moreover, during the period through which students can drop courses without affecting grade point average, students originally enrolled in a course for a grade are allowed to elect pass/fail status instead. Check the academic calendar for specific dates concerned. An exception to these provisions will be made for a student taking courses which are graded only on a pass/fail basis such as student teaching. While there is no specific limit to the total number of semester hours that may be taken of a non-graded nature such as pass/fail, credit by examination, advanced placement, and/or military service, a minimum of 84 presented for graduation with a Bachelor s Degree, 42 with an Associate degree, must be on a graded basis. REPETITION OF COURSES Undergraduate courses in which the student receives a D or an F may be repeated. The transcript will contain a complete record of all courses taken and grades earned, but only the last grade earned in a repeated course will be used to compute the cumulative grade point average. Both the original and the repeated grade will be included for this purpose for all courses repeated after the first five. Students who are taking graduate courses (excluding Law courses) may repeat courses in which they received a grade of C, D, or F if the repeat is granted by the dean/chair of the department offering the course. The dean/chair must provide a letter to the Office of the University Registrar indicating approval has been given to the student to repeat a graduate course in which a C, D, or F grade was received. The transcript will contain a complete record of all courses taken and grades earned, but only the last grade earned in the repeated course will be used to compute the cumulative grade point average. CLASSIFICATION CODES AND DEFINITIONS 1 Freshman--This is a degree seeking student who has completed fewer than 24 semester credit hours. 2 Sophomore--This is a degree seeking student who has completed 24 to 53 semester credit hours. 3 Junior--This is a degree seeking student who has completed 54 to 87 semester credit hours. 4 Senior--This is a degree seeking student who has completed 88 or more semester credit hours. 5 This is a current high school student who is taking semester credit hours. 6 This is a non-degree seeking student who is taking undergraduate semester credit hours and has no bachelor's degree. 6D This is a non-degree seeking student who is taking undergraduate semester credit hours and has no bachelor's degree. 6F This is a non-degree seeking international student in the Intensive English Program who is taking English as a Secondary Language courses for no college credit. 6K This is a Kaw Area Technical School Student who is taking Washburn semester credit courses but is not considered a Washburn student. 7A This is a student seeking an associate degree after already having been awarded a bachelor's degree. 7B This is a student seeking another bachelor's degree after already having been awarded a bachelor's degree. 7C This is a non-degree seeking student who already has an associate's/bachelor's degree and wants to acquire professional certification or a non-degree seeking student who has no degree and is seeking only certification. 7G This is a non-degree seeking student who already has a bachelor's degree and is taking graduate courses but does not desire to pursue a graduate program. 7M This is a non-degree seeking student who already has a bachelor's degree and wants to acquire another major or minor. 8 This is a degree seeking student who is applying or has been admitted to a graduate program. 9 This is a student seeking a Law degree. 9D This is a student who has a Law degree and is pursing additional Law courses/certification. HONORS Washburn has a variety of means to provide proper recognition for successful application to college work and several programs to encourage highly motivated and talented students to undertake work at the honors level. LATIN HONORS Any undergraduate, baccalaureate student who has met degree requirements by completing only Washburn course work and by achieving a cumulative grade point average of 3.4-3.59 receives a degree cum laude. 3.6-3.79 receives a degree magna cum laude. 3.8-4.0 receives a degree summa cum laude. Students who have transfer course work from any other university/college will have the following procedures applied in calculating honors. If the student does not have a baccalaureate degree from another university/college, the cumulative grade point average of the transferable course work will be used in calculating honors. If the student has a degree from another university/college, the cumulative grade point average for the entire degree will be used in calculating honors. In either category, the honor awarded to a transfer student will be determined by the lower of the following two grade point averages: 1) the overall (degree or transferable course work g.p.a. combined with the Washburn course work g.p.a.), and 2) the Washburn course work only. Transfer students must have completed a minimum of 24 graded hours at Washburn University to qualify for a degree with honors. Latin honors are awarded for baccalaureate degrees only. All majors completed during a single degree will be used in calculating honors. Any additional major acquired after the original degree is awarded will not be used in recalculating Latin honors for that degree. DEAN'S HONOR ROLL Students whose grade point average for the semester is equivalent to 3.4 or better are honored by having their names placed upon the Dean s Honor Roll and they are so notified by the Dean of the appropriate college or school. The completion of a minimum of 12 semester hours taken for letter grades is required. PRESIDENTIAL HONORS Students whose grade point average is 4.00 for the semester are honored by having their names placed upon the President s Honor Roll and they are so notified by the President. The completion of a minimum of 12 semester hours taken for letter grades is required. DEPARTMENTAL AND SCHOOL HONORS In the College of Arts and Sciences, students are eligible to receive departmental honors upon graduation if they fulfill the following minimum requirements: (1) a grade point average of 3.5 in the major, including a 3.5 in upper division work in the major; (2) successful completion of a research project or an equivalent deemed suitable by the department; (3) the recommendation of the department. Individual departments may specify additional requirements. In the School of Nursing, students are eligible to receive School of Nursing Honors upon graduation who have a grade point average of 3.5 in nursing courses and who demonstrate outstanding clinical nursing performance and are recommended by the faculty. In the School of Business, students are eligible to receive School of Business Honors upon graduation who have a grade point average of 3.5 in all accounting, business, and economic courses applied to the B.B.A. degree, rank in the upper quarter of the Washburn University graduating class, and demonstrate superior research and/or independent study skills while enrolled in a special research course. Students who do not complete a research or independent study project, but who accumulate a 3.5 grade point average in all accounting, business, and economics courses and rank in the upper quarter of the Washburn University graduating class receive the special designation School of Business Scholar. In the School of Applied Studies students may qualify for School Honors by ful- filling the following minimum requirements. Complete all appropriate course work for the appropriate Certificate of Completion with a minimum grade point average of 3.75, and all coursework completed at Washburn. For the Associate degree, complete all appropriate major and correlate courses, with a minimum of 30 hours completed at Washburn and a minimum grade point average of 3.5. For a baccalaureate degree, complete all appropriate major and correlate courses with a minimum grade point average of 3.5, and complete a research project or a departmental approved equivalent project. All the above School Honors require a recommendation of the department. Individual departments may also specify additional requirements. See Department Chair. UNIVERSITY HONORS PROGRAM Offering opportunities to highly motivated and talented students across the university to participate in academic work in ways and at a level not generally possible in the usual curricular offerings, the University Honors Program allows students to enroll in special seminars and colloquia to satisfy their general education requirements, to undertake in-course honors work, and to engage in independent study. For more information on the program contact Dr. Robert D. Stein, Dean of University Honors and Chairman, Department of English, and for complete Honors Program descriptions, see the Honors Program section in the College of Arts and Sciences portion of the catalog. STUDENT RECORDS POLICY, PROCEDURES, AND RECORDS Washburn University maintains various student records to document academic work and to record interactions with University staff and officials. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) was enacted to protect each student's right to privacy and to provide each student the right to inspect and review his/her education records. This Act is also commonly known as the Buckley Amendment. A notice of this policy is published each semester in the "Class Schedule". DIRECTORY INFORMATION The University may release to the general public certain information about the student which has been identified by the institution as directory information. Directory Information at Washburn University includes: name, current address and phone number, permanent address and phone number, classification status (i.e. freshman, sophomore, etc.), major field of study, date and place of birth, dates of attendance, awards and academic honors, enrollment status (full-time, half-time, less than half-time), most recent educational instution attended, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, and height and weight of members of athletic teams. A student may request that directory information about him or her not be released to the public. The student's request to have directory information withheld must be submitted each semester to the Office of the University Registrar. Students who choose not to have their name, current address, phone number, and classification status published in the Campus Directory must contact the Informational Services/ University Relations Office by August 30 of each year they are enrolled. TYPES, CUSTODIANS AND LOCATIONS OF EDUCATION RECORDS With the exception of Directory Information as described above, student records are considered to be confidential. Only the custodians of the records, their designee, or their director/dean/vice president to whom that person reports has the authority to release the record. The following is a list of the types of records that the University maintains, their custodians, and their locations. a. (Official) Academic Records: University Registrar, Morgan Hall 115 b. Academic Records: Deans of Schools/College and/or Departmental Offices, Specific Locations listed in the Campus Directory c. Academic Impropriety Records: Vice President for Academic Affairs Office, Morgan 270 d. Admissions Records: Director of Admissions, Morgan Hall 114 e. Business Records: Controller, Morgan Hall 205 f. Career Services: Coordinator of Center for Learning and Student Success (CLASS) Morgan Hall 122 g. Counseling and Testing Records: Coordinator of CLASS, Morgan Hall 122 h. Family Housing Records: Business Manager, Morgan Hall 205 i. Financial Aid Records: Director of Financial Aid,Morgan Hall 123 j. International Student Records: Foreign Student Advisor, Morgan Hall 375 k. Medical Records: Director of Student Health Services,Morgan Hall 170 l. Placement Records: Coordinator of Career Services, Morgan Hall 122 m. Residence Hall Records: Director of Residential Living, Kuehne Hall 101 n. Student Disciplinary Records:Chief Student Affairs Officer, Morgan Hall 104 o. Traffic and Security Records: Director of Security,Morgan Hall 132 p. Veteran Records: Director of Veteran Records, Morgan Hall 151 STUDENT ACCESS TO EDUCATION RECORDS Students may inspect, review and/or receive copies of their education records upon written request to the appropriate record custodian with the exceptions noted below. The written request submitted to the record custodian or appropriate University staff should identify as precisely as possible the record or records he or she wishes to inspect. The record custodian or appropriate University staff must comply within a reasonable period of time, not to exceed 45 days from the receipt of the request. When a record contains information about more than one student, the student may inspect and review only the records which relate to him or her. If any question arises as to the identity of the requesting student, the student shall be asked to provide photo identification. Washburn University reserves the right to refuse to permit a student to inspect or have access to the following records: 1. The financial statement of the student's parents. 2. Letters and statements of recommendation for which the student has waived his or her right of access, or which were placed in file before January 1, 1975. 3. Records connected with an application to attend Washburn University or a component unitof Washburn University if that application was denied. 4. Medical and counseling records. These records may be released, however, to other medical or psychological professionals at the written request of the student; and may be inspected by the patient at the discretion of the professional staff. 5. Law enforcement ords. 6. Private notes of staff, faculty, and administrators Official transcripts of credit earned at other institutions which have been presented for admission or evaluation of credit and have become a part of the student's permanent record are not reissued or copies duplicated. Transcripts from other institutions, including the high school transcript, should be obtained from the original institution. Copies of records accessible to the student will be provided at the student's expense. The charge to the student for any such records is 25 cents per page. When a student is delinquent in a financial account to the university, has incomplete admission credentials, or about whom official disciplinary action has not been resolved, the appropriate university official may request that the student's record not be released. The effect of this action is that grade reports, transcripts, and diplomas/certificates are not released. In addition to these documents not being released, registration and enrollment at Washburn in subsequent semesters is not permitted. DISCLOSURE OF EDUCATION RECORDS OR PERSONALLY IDENTIFIABLE INFORMATION The University will obtain written consent from the student before disclosing records or personally identifiable information from education records of the student, except in the cases of: 1.School officials who have a legitimate educational interest in the records. A school official is: a. A person employed by the University in an administrative, supervisory, academic or research, or support staff position. b. A person employed by or under contract to the University to perform a special task, such as an attorney or auditor. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the offical is: a. Performing a task specified in his/her position description or by contract agreement. b. Performing a task related to the discipline of a student. c. Providing a service or benefit relating to the student or student's family, such as health care, counseling, job placement, or financial aid. 2.Officials of another school in which a student seeks or intends to enroll. 3. Authorized representatives of the Comptroller General of the United States, the Secretary of H.E.W., the U.S. Comissioner of Education, the Director of the National Institute of Education, and Assistant Secretary for Education and state educational authorities in connection with certain state or federally supported education programs. 4. Financial aid personnel in connection with a student's request for or receipt of financial aid as necessary to determine the eligibility, amount, or conditions of the financial aid, or to enforce the terms and conditions of the aid. 5. State and local officials or authorities to whom information is specifically required to be reported or disclosed according to State statute adopted before November 19, 1974. 6. Organizations conducting certain studies for or on behalf of the University. 7. Accrediting organizations to carry out their functions. 8. Parents of an eligible student who claim the student as a dependent for income tax purposes. 9.Authorities to comply with a judicial order or a lawfully issued subpoena. 10. Appropriate parties in a health or safety emergency. 11. Individuals inquiring about directory information designated by the University. 12. The results of any disciplinary proceeding conducted by the University against an alleged perpetrator of a crime of violence to the alleged victim of that crime. School officials who have access to student educational records should view only the records associated with carrying out their responsibilities to the University. School officials will not disclose non- directory information to other school officials or university employees unless that person has a legitimate educational reason for knowing the information. NOTICE TO THIRD PARTIES The University must inform the parties to whom a student's education record or personally identifiable information is given that they are not permitted to disclose that information to another person (third party) without the written consent of the student and that the information is to be used only for the purpose(s) intended. Persons who receive a student's education record or personally identifiable information about the student may disclose such information to other persons only if the name of the additional persons and the legitimate interest of such persons is provided as a part of the original request. MAINTAINING EDUCATION RECORDS AND RECORDS OF REQUESTS AND DISCLOSURES Each office that maintains education records shall adopt its own policy with regard to destruction of education records. No education record, however, may be destroyed if there is an outstanding request to inspect and review the record. Also, the record of requests for the disclosures of the education record and any explanation that are a part of the record must be maintained for as long as the education record to which it pertains is maintained. WashburnUniversity officials responsible for the various types of records will maintain a record of all requests for disclosure of information from a student's education records. The record will indicate the name of the party making the request, any additional party to whom it may be redisclosed, and the legitimate interest the party had in requesting or obtaining the information. The record of request is open to inspection of the student. Records of requests and disclosures may not be maintained or may be maintained for only a limited time for: 1) requests made by the student him/herself; 2) requests for which the student has given written consent; 3) requests made by school officials with legitimate education interests; or 4) requests for directory information. STUDENT'S RIGHT TO CHALLENGE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN EDUCATION RECORDS Students have the right to challenge the content of an education record that they believe inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of their privacy rights. No hearing under this policy shall be granted for challenging the underlying basis for a grade; however, the accuracy of its recording could be challenged. Following are procedures for challenging the content of education records: 1. A student must ask the appropriate school official to change or modify the record by identifying the part of the record they want changed and specify why the information is inappropriate. 2.After researching the request, the Washburn University official may comply with the request and make the changes wanted. If the school official decides not to comply, the student will be notified in writing of the decision and advised of his/her right to a hearing to challenge the information believed to be inappropriate. a. All requests for a formal hearing by the student shall be directed to the chief executive officer of Student Affairs, and shall contain a concise written statement of the specific facts consituting the student's claim. b. The hearing will be conducted by a hearing officer who is a University staff member but who does not have a direct interest in the outcome of the challenge and who shall be appointed by the chief executive officer of Student Affairs or his/her designee. The hearing shall be held within a reasonable time of receipt of the student's request and the student shall be notified reasonably in advance by the hearing officer of the date, place and time of the hearing. c. At the hearing, the student shall be afforded a full and fair opportunity to present evidence relevant to his/her claim and may, at his or her expense, receive assistance from any individuals of his/her choice. 3. The hearing officer shall make a written recommendation to the chief executive officer of Student Affairs with written findings of facts concerning the student's request within ten working days of the hearing. The chief executive officer of Student Affairs or his/her designee shall notify the student in writing of the decision within an additional fourteen working days of receipt of the hearing officer's report. The decision must include a summary of the evidence and the reasons for the decisions. 4. If the chief executive office of Student Affairs is adverse to the student's request, the student will be notified that he/she has a right to place in the record a statement commenting on the challenge information and/or a statement setting forth reasons for disagreeing with the decision. 5. The statement will be maintained as a part of the student's education records as long as the contested portion is maintained. If Washburn University discloses the contested portion of the record, it must also disclose the student's summary statement. 6. If the student's challenge to the content of a given record is successful, the University shall amend the education record accordingly and so inform the student in writing. COMPLAINTS A student who believes the Unversity has not complied with federal law or regulations should check first with the office involved or the Area Head to which it reports. If the student wishes to file a complaint with the federal government concerning the University's failure to comply with the Privacy Act, he/she may send a written complaint to The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act Office, 400 Maryland Avenue, S.W., Washbington, D.C. 20202. TRANSCRIPT A transcript is an official copy of a student's permanent academic record. Official transcripts are available from the Office of the University Registrar. Because a transcript contains confi- dential information, it cannot be released to anyone without a written request from the student. Any individual acting on behalf of the student with regard to requesting a transcript must have written authorization from the student. Transcripts may be requested in person. Students must show some form of photo idenification. Any transcript mailed to or picked up by the student will be marked "Issued to Student". No one else may pick up or have a student's transcript mailed without written permission from the student. Written permission must include the name of the person authorized to request or obtain the transcript, the request of the student, and the student's own signature. Transcripts may not be provided to a third party without the written authorization of the student. Transcripts may be requested through the mail. The written request must be sent to the Office of the University Registrar, Morgan Hall 115. The request should include the following: 1. Current name and other names while attending Washburn 2. Student identification number/social security number 3. Date of birth 4. Date of enrollment at Washburn 5. The number of transcripts requested 6. Where each transcript is to be sent 7. $2.00 for each transcript requested 8. Student's own signature 9. Current home address and day-time telephone number 10. Indicate if the transcripts should be held until current semester/term grades or posted and/or until the degree is posted. Transcripts may be picked up or mailed but will not be faxed. Each copy of the transcript is issued at a charge of $2.00. No transcripts are issued if the student has outstanding financial obligations to the University. Partial transcripts are not issued. Transcripts are not issued unless they contain Washburn work. Transfer student transcripts include the complete academic record at Washburn and work accepted from other colleges. Official transcripts of credit earned at other institutions which have been presented for admission or evaluation of credit and have become a part of the student's permanent record are not reissued nor copies duplicated for distribution. Transcripts from other institutions, including the high school transcript, should be obtained from the original institution. GRADE REPORTS At the end of the Fall and Spring semester; the Winter Intersession; and the first 5-week session, 8-week session, and the second 5-week session of the Summer Term, a final grade report is made by instructors to the Office of the University Registrar on every enrolled student. This report becomes a part of the student's permanent record. Grade reports are mailed to students about two weeks after the close of the semester/ term. Grades may not be secured by telephone. Grade reports are sent only to students themselves. STUDENT CONDUCT The University expects conduct of all students which is consistent with the law and with generally accepted principles of academic behavior. The University retains the right to secure the safety of individuals, the protection of property, and the continuity of the educational process. Any interference with access to University facilities, interruptions of educational activities, or damage to property exceeds permissible bounds. Although remedies are available through local law enforcement bodies, the University may elect to impose its own disciplinary sanctions. Information regarding student rights and the rules governing student behavior are found in the Washburn University Student Disciplinary Code. It is available from the Office of Student Life. ACADEMIC IMPROPRIETY POLICY Excerpts of this policy are printed each semester in the schedule of classes. The whole policy is reproduced in the Student Handbook (1992-1993). For a complete copy of the Academic Impropriety Policy, contact the Vice President for Academic Affairs Office, Morgan Hall 270. GRADE APPEAL PROCEDURE The following grade appeal procedure applies to the College and the Schools, not the School of Law. The obligation of the instructor to evaluate the performance of students on sound academic grounds is basic to the formal education process. A student who believes the grade awarded him/her by an instructor is based upon reasons other than the student s academic performance may appeal the grade received in a course. Consultation with the Instructor. A student must first attempt to resolve his/her dispute concerning the final grade received in a course through consultation with the instructor of the class. Such consultation normally shall take place following award of the grade but in no event shall such consultation take place later than the fourth week of the next regular academic semester following the award of the grade. In the event the course instructor is no longer at the University or is on a leave of absence during the semester following the contested grade or the instructor shall have refused to consult with such student, the student may proceed to the next stage, mediation by the Department Chair (where such exists). If no Department Chair exists, the next stage is mediation by the Dean of the College or School in which the course was offered. Mediation by the Department Chair. If the student is dissatisfied with the result of his/her consultation with the instructor or the student shall have been unable to meet with the instructor because of the instructor s refusal to meet or absence, the student may seek mediation of the matter with the Department Chair in the unit in which the course was offered. The Department Chair must be notified in writing by the student of his/her intention to continue the appeal process. Such notification must be received within 10 working days of the day on which the student/ instructor consultation has been completed. The process shall be terminated if notification is not received within the 10 working days. The instructor shall make available to his/her Department Chair all of the materials and criteria which entered into the determination of the student s final grade in the course. The student shall provide the Department Chair,in writing, the grounds for contesting the grade by the instructor. After receiving and reviewing these materials, the Department Chair shall meet with the student and the instructor,either jointly or separately, to attempt to mediate the dispute about the contested grade. Mediation by the Dean of the College or School in which the course was offered. If the student is dissatisfied with the result of his/her consultation with the instructor or the student shall have been unable to meet with the instructor because of the instructor s refusal to meet or absence, the student may seek mediation of the matter with the Dean of the College or School in which the course was offered. The Dean must be notified in writing by the student of his/her intention to continue the appeal process. Such notification must be received within 10 working days of the day on which the student/ Department Chair consultation has been completed. The process shall be terminated if notification is not received within the 10 working days. The instructor shall make available to his/her Dean all of the materials and criteria which entered into the determination of the student s final grade in the course. The student shall provide the Dean, in writing, the grounds for contesting the grade by the instructor. After receiving and reviewing these materials, the Dean shall meet with the student and the instructor, either jointly or separately, to attempt to mediate the dispute about thecontested grade. Appeal to Grade Appeal Committee. If, after mediation with the Dean as provided above, the student is still dissatisfied with the result, she/he may file a notice of appeal with the Dean which shall specify the relief requested and provide a written summary of the grounds for appeal to the Grade Appeal Committee. Such notification must be received by the Dean within 10 working days of the day on which thestudent/ instructor consultation has been completed. The process shall be terminated if notification is not received within the 10 working days. Upon receipt of the notice of appeal, the Dean shall forward it and all materials submitted by the instructor and student during the mediation process to the Vice President for Academic Affairs. The Vice President for Academic Affairs, upon receipt of the notice and materials, shall appoint and convene a committee of five persons, comprised of three faculty members (two from the same department or area, one faculty from another department or area), and two students, to serve as the Grade Appeal Committee. At its first meeting, the Grade Appeal Committee shall select its chairperson and set the date, time and place for the appeal to be heard. The committee shall advise the student and the instructor of the hearing date. Hearing. The hearing will take place before the entire Committee. The burden of proof rests with the student who shall, during the course of the hearing on the contested grade, be responsible for presenting evidence to support the claim. The hearing will be informal and the formal rules of evidence shall not be applicable. Oral testimony of witnesses may be presented but is not required. If either the student or the instructor presents witnesses, she/he must provide to the Committee a written summary of the testimony expected of the witness(es) to the committee and to the other party not later than trhee days prior to the date of the hearing. The student or the instructor may be accompanied by an advisor whose only role in the course of the hearing will be to render advice to the student/instructor. The amount of time allotted to each party will be left to the discretion of the Committee. Decision. At the close of the hearing the Committee shall meet and determine, by a vote of four out of five of the members, whether the student has proved the relief sought should be awarded for the reasons stated in his/her notice of appeal and the student s grade changed. The Committee shall report its decision in writing to the student, the instructor and to the Vice President for Academic Affairs. The decision of the committee shall be final. If it is the judgment of the committee that the grade be changed, then the Vice President for Academic Affairs shall notify the Registrar, who will enter the changed grade which will be initialed by both the Vice President and the Registrar. ACADEMIC PROBATION, SUSPENSION AND REINSTATEMENT I. A student in good standing is defined as one whose cumulative grade point average is 2.00 or above. II. Any student whose cumulative GPA falls below 2.00 will be placed on academic probation for the next semester in which the student enrolls. III. Students will have their records evaluated at the end of the probationary semester with one of the following outcomes. A. A student whose cumulative grade point average has been raised to 2.00 or above will be restored to good standing. B. A student whose cumulative grade point average is still below 2.00 but who earned a semester grade point averge of 2.25 or above will bemaintained on probation. C. A student whose cumulative grade point average is still below 2.00 and who earned a semester grade point average between 2.00 and 2.25 may be maintained on probation under the following conditions: 1. The student must submit a petition to the Retention and Reinstatement Committee demonstrating that there were extenuating circumstances beyond the student s control which resulted in the low level of academic performance. 2. The student must present evidence that these circumstances no longer exist and that the student will be able to perform at a higher level during the next semester. D. A student whose cumulative grade point average still does not meet the required standards and who earned a semeser grade point average below 2.00 will be suspended for at least one semester. IV. Students on probation will not be allowed to enroll without written documentation of having been advised by a departmental advisor or by a member of the Academic Advising Center staff. V. Readmission of suspended students is not guaranteed. In order to be considered for readmission, the student must submit a written petition to the Dean of Students no later than 30 calendar days prior to the beginning of the semester in which the student wants to enroll. The Dean will forward the petition to the Retention and Reinstatement Committee, which will approve or deny the petition for reinstatement. In making its decisions the Committee will consider: A. The extent to which a student demonstrates awareness of the causes of poor performance during the previous enrollment. B. Evidence that the student has effectively dealt with the causes of previous poor performance and understands what will be required in order to achieve academic good standing, and C. Any other evidence which would indicate that the student has the motivation and ability to undertake and succeed in a program of college study. Students who have been suspended and are later reinstated will be readmitted on academic probation. VI. Any requests for exceptions will be referred to a designated committee member who will, after consultation with the student, make a recommendation to the Committee. The student should be aware that the recommendation must be approved by the Committee as a whole. VII. The transcript will contain a complete record of all courses taken and grades earned, but only the last grade earned in a repeated course will be used to compute the cumulative grade point average. Removal for computation of the first grade in repeated courses is limited to the first five different courses repeated. VIII. When they enter, transfer students must meet the retention standards of Washburn students, including entering on probation. I IX. A grade of incomplete will, in no way, affect the GPA for the semester in which it is received. The grade, when it has been made up, or the F to which it has been converted, will affect the semester and cumulative grade point averages. X.Students who have academic deficiencies are advised to enroll in no more hours than they have successfully (with C or better grade) completed in the preceding semester. XI. NO STUDENT WILL BE REINSTATED MORE THAN TWICE; THE THIRD SUSPENSION IS, IN EFFECT, THE FINAL DISMISSAL, EXCEPT THAT A STUDENT WHO HAS BEEN DISMISSED MAY, THREE OR MORE YEARS AFTER DISMISSAL, APPLY FOR READMISSION UNDER THE FRESH START PROGRAM. ACADEMIC FRESH START Students who have performed poorly in their first year or two at college and then withdraw or are dismissed, frequently return to school at a later date to resume their education. Unfortunately, their prior academic record often presents a major obstacle to their overall success. Persons in this category who want an opportunity for a fresh undergraduate start at Washburn University, without the handicap of their prior academic record, may apply for admission under Academic Fresh Start, subject to the following conditions: 1. All previous academic work at any college or university will be disregarded with respect to Washburn University graduation requirements. The prior academic record remains a part of the student s overall academic transcript but is not carried forward as part of the student s program. The transcript will indicate Academic Fresh Start and the date granted. The student will then begin college study again under the current catalog with no credits attempted, no credits earned, and no grade points earned. This policy applies only to Washburn students. A student transferring from Washburn University to another institution will have to follow the receiving institution s policy. 2. A person may receive Academic Fresh Start only once. 3. At least three years must have elapsed between the end of the semester in which the applicant was last in attendance at college and the beginning of the semester in which he/she intends to re-enroll. 4. A student granted Academic Fresh Start is an entering freshman and as such is eligible for consideration for all academic opportunities afforded by Washburn. Granting of Academic Fresh Start will not affect or alter a student s record of financial aid awards or of athletic eligibility. Petitions are available through the Academic Advising Center in Morgan Hall. For transfer students or former Washburn students who have subsequently attended another institution, an official copy of all transcripts must be on file in the Office of Admissions before the application is considered. Students must apply by the Friday of the 15th calendar week of the Fall or Spring semester, or at any time during a summer session. CREDIT BY EXAMINATION Recognizing that many individuals gain knowledge through self-study which may be equivalent to that attained through the completion of formal college courses, Washburn University has adopted a comprehensive program whereby college credit may be granted through means other than enrollment in and the successful completion of prescribed college courses. The University may grant credit through three national examinations and university departmental examinations. The national exams are the College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB) Advanced Placement Examinations, the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) and the National League for Nursing Examinations (NLN). The University Departmental Examinations are administered on campus by individual academic departments. Students must be either currently enrolled at Washburn University or former students of Washburn University in order to have credit awarded and posted to their transcripts. Test scores must be submitted directly from national testing companies in order to be considered for credit. Specific information about the different types of examinations is provided below. A. National Examinations 1. College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB): Advanced Placement Examinations The Advanced Placement exams are prepared, scored and reported by the College Entrance Examination Board. Students should seek information and obtain registration materials through appropriate high school counselors or other secondary school officials. This program is designed for high school seniors planning to enter college and is administered in conjunction with Advanced Placement courses taught in the high schools. The scores are reported to the University by CEEB. Appropriate credit or advanced placement is awarded at the time of enrollment in the University. When credit is awarded it may be applied to meet degree requirements. When advanced placement is awarded, a student is advanced to a higher level college course without being required to take a lower level prerequisite. Depending on departmental policy and the examination scores which are achieved, an academic department may award either credit or advanced placement or both to a student. No entry is made on the college transcript for scores which are lower than those determined to be satisfactory by the Washburn academic departments. Students may wish to have Advanced Placement test scores obtained in high school reported to the University for evaluation. Credit and advanced placement are awarded to students who have received CEEB awards credit in some subject areas for a score of three (3), four (4), or five (5). Currently a student may be awarded college credit hours as follows: Subject A.P. Award Score Art 3-4-5 AR 101 3 hrs Biology 3-4-5 BI 100 3 hrs Chemistry 5 CH 151 5 hrs English 3 EN 135 3 hrs English 4-5 EN 101 or EN 131 or EN 135 6 hrs* European 4-5 HI 130, History 131, or 132 3 hrs** Math 3-4-5 MA 151 5 hrs Calculus A B Modern Foreign Language 3-4-5 GE 101 or FR 101 or SP 101 4 hrs Physics 3-4-5 PS 101 3hrs US History 4 HI 111 or 112 3 hrs*** US History 5 HI 111 and 112 6 hrs **** *The 6 hours of English are to be selected by English Department Chair and student. **after completion of HI 130, 131 or 132 with C or better. ***after completion of HI 111 or HI 112 with C or better ****after completion of UD American History course with C or better. 2. College Level Examination Program (CLEP) a. CLEP General Examinations A student may obtain credit which will be assigned to one or more of the General Education Divisions by obtaining a staisfactory score on the appropriate College Level Examination Program (CLEP) for Humanities, Natural Sciences and History. Washburn does not award credit for either the CLEP English or Mathematics General Examinations. The CLEP General Examinations are designed to award credit to students entering the University at the Freshman level. Therefore, a student must take the CLEP General Examination prior to his or her first collegiate semester of enrollment in any courses in that division. A student who has attempted credit in any one of the General Education Divisions- Humanities, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences and History- either at Washburn or another University is not eligible to receive credit from the CLEP General Examination for that division. Four semester hours of credit are awarded for each of the three CLEP General Examinations (Humanities, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences and History) which is passed with a score at or above the 50th percentile. No credit is granted and no entry is made on the college transcript for scores below the 50th percentile. The CLEP General Examinations do not require prior departmental approval. Students who wish to take the CLEP General Examination should contact the Counseling and Testing Center, Morgan 121 to obtain registration information, testing dates, score reporting dates, and cost of the examinations. b. CLEP Subject Examinations Some of the CLEP Subject Examinations are accepted by Washburn as a means of obtaining credit for specific courses. These examinations require that the student gain prior approval of the appropriate Washburn department prior to taking the CLEP Subject Examination. Each department determines if the examination is acceptable and designates the score level which is required for awarding credit. A student who has attempted credit in the course to be fulfilled by the CLEP Subject Examination either at Washburn or another University is not eligible to receive credit with the CLEP Subject Examination for that course. There is no entry in the college transcript for scores which the appropriate academic department has determined to be unsatisfactory. Students who wish to gain credit through a CLEP Subject Examination may register in the Counseling and Testing Office, MO 121, after they have obtained approval from the related Washburn department. 3. National League for Nursing Examinations (NLN) The NLN Mobility Profile I and II and the nutrition examination for NU 220 are given at the Counseling and Testing Center at Washburn University. The tests are administered three times a year. The fees for the tests are assessed at the testing center before the exams. The tests are given on a pass/fail basis. Students should contact the School of Nursing for registration information, testing dates, the scores necessary for receiving credit, and cost of the examination. B. University Departmental Exams Credit by Departmental Examinations When a student identifies a course which he or she feels qualified to "challenge" or "quiz-out of," the student should contact the chair of the department offering that course to determine whether a departmental examination could be accepted. If the academic department gives approval for the student to quiz out of a specific course, the student obtains a Credit by Examination registration form in the University Registrar's Office, MO 114. The University Registrar's Office determines that the student is either currently enrolled or a former student who is not currently enrolled in the challenged class and is free of all holds. The student completes the credit by examination registration form and obtains signatures as required on the form. The student must finalize this process by taking the credit by exam registration form to the Business Office where he or she pays the fee for challenging a course by examination. The fee for each credit hour is one-third of the current resident undergraduate per-credit-hour tuition rounded to the nearest dollar. After payment is made, the student returns the top copy of the form to the University Registrar's Office. The student takes his/her copy which has been marked "paid" to the department at the scheduled time of the examination. Under no circumstances will the examination be administered prior to payment. No refunds will be given for exams not taken or not passed. After the student has taken the exam, the department evaluates it and determines whether or not the student receives credit. If the department determines that credit is to be awarded, credit for the course is posted to the transcript. If the department determines based on the exam that credit should not be awarded, no entry is made to the transcript. If the course is taken to fulfill requirements in a major, a letter grade for the course may be determined by the department and posted on the transcript. The exam may not be repeated; a student may not take a departmental exam for any course more than once.Credit by departmental examination may not be used to repeat courses previously taken by the student. Credit given by departmental examination is considered residential credit. CREDIT GRANTED FOR MILITARY SERVICE Credit awarded for military service is based upon the recommendations of the Commission on Accreditation of Service Experiences which was appointed by the American Council on Education. Credit will be granted to all military personnel in accordance with the recommendations of the ACE Guide to the Evaluation of Educational Experiences in the Armed Services. Students should provide their military service record in one of the following formats according to their branch of service: DD 214 form, DD 295 form, Department of Defense transcript, Community College of the Air Force transcript, or the Army/American Council on Education Registry transcript. Military credit is subject to the same limitations as regular transfer credit i.e. technical credit limits and no credit awarded for course duplications. For more information and to secure forms for making application, students should contact the Office of the University Registrar. ADMISSION AND ATTENDANCE Washburn University welcomes application from all interested students. As a public institution, the University recognizes a responsibility to serve a variety of educational needs manifested by its student clientele. Prospective students are always welcome to the campus and are encouraged to visit the campus prior to enrollment. The Office of Admissions, Morgan 114, handles all arrangements during students campus visitations. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS DEGREE CANDIDATES Students who wish to fulfill the requirements for a degree may be admitted as regular classified students depending upon the student s background: (1) graduates of accredited Kansas high schools, (2) graduates of non-accredited high schools (are evaluated on a case by case basis and students are encouraged to contact the Admissions Office for specific information), (3) graduates of accredited high schools in other states with at least a 2.0 grade point average (the record of courses taken at a preparatory school will be calculated along with the record of high school courses in determining entrance overall grade point average), (4) persons who have not graduated from high school but have qualified by taking the GED, scoring an average of 45, and whose class has graduated from high school. Full-time undergraduate students are normally admitted as classified degree candidates. Such students are required to file the following credentials prior to admission with the Office of Admissions. 1. a written application. . 2.an official transcript of their high school record. 3. Test scores from the American College Test (ACT) program are required for all degree seeking students entering with less than 24 hours of credit. Students may enroll for one semester without scores, but must make arrangements to have ACT scores on file prior to enrollment in any subsequent semester. Please contact the Counseling and Testing Center to make arrangements for testing. Students may submit scores from past testings so long as the scores are no more than five years old. NOTE: ACT scores are for advising purposes only. Scores are not a part of the University admissions process. 4. IN NO CASE WILL STUDENTS BE GRANTED ACADEMIC CREDIT BEFORE THE REQUIRED CREDENTIALS ARE ON FILE. PROGRAM ADMISSION Admission is required in the following programs: College of Arts & Sciences Bachelor of Education Master of Education Master of Psychology School of Business Bachelor of Business Admin. Master of Business Admin. School of Applied Studies Physical Therapist Assistant Radiation Therapy Technology Radiologic Technology Medical Records Technology Mental Health Respiratory Therapy School of Nursing Bachelor of Science in Nursing While program admission is required for degree candidacy some courses in these areas may be taken by non degree candidates with approval of an advisor from the area. SPECIAL STUDENTS Only students who do not intend to become candidates for a degree at Washburn may be permitted to enroll for credit in undergraduate courses as students in special status. Students accepted under this category are required to file a completed application for admission, but need not submit high school and/or previous college transcripts. Individuals having completed 18 hours of college work at Washburn are encouraged to consult with the Registrars Office to determine whether they are to continue as special students or become degree candidates. Special students who desire to become degree candidates must file applications and meet all requirements for regular admission. TRANSFER STUDENTS Transfer students must submit an official transcript from each college previously attended. To be official, transcripts must be sent directly from each school to the Admissions Office at Washburn University. If the student has fewer than 24 college hours and is degree seeking, he/she must also submit ACT scores that are not more than five years old. ACT test scores are for advising purposes and not used for admission to the University. Students may enroll for their first semester without ACT scores on file, but they may not be allowed to enroll for subsequent semesters until ACT scores are on file. In addition, students trans- ferring with fewer than 15 hours of college credit must submit an official copy of their high school transcript. An application, all transcripts, and test scores should be on file in the Office of Admissions at least seven days before the beginning of the term for which admission is desired. Applications received after the above deadline will be considered on a provisional basis. Those students unable to meet the minimum admissions standards due to unusual circumstances may be considered on a case-by-case basis by the Director of Admissions. Transfer students desiring additional information should call 913-231-1030. A cumulative 2.0 G.P.A. (C=2.0) is the minimum required on all transferable coursework of transfer students seeking admission to the University. Credits and grades earned in courses which are not acceptable from a transfer school will not be counted in the final grade point average or total hours earned at Washburn. Washburn will accept college-level courses from other recognized colleges and universities for transfer credit as defined by "Transfer Credit Practices of Designated Educational Institutions," published annually by the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers. This publication divides schools into four categories and credit is given according to the type of institution as follows: courses taken at AG schools are transferred to Washburn with full credit within the University guidelines; courses taken at AP schools may be transferred to Washburn only after the student involved has completed 15 semester hours of 2.00 (C) or better work at Washburn and if courses are determined to be equivalent to Washburn courses. No credit is given for categories N and NP. Transfer students who have completed a baccalaureate degree at an accredited institution will not be required to take EN 300 Junior Composition. After earning 64 hours of credit from a community college and/or a 4 year institution, no additional credits earned at a community college will apply toward the baccalaureate degree. The maximum credit which can be accepted from a community college is 64 credit hours. With the permission of the dean of the Washburn school or college in which the course would otherwise be taken, a course completed after this credit-hour limit is reached may satisfy a specific course requirement. However, such a course does not count toward the 124 hours required for the degree. AUDITORS AND COMMUNITY AUDITORS Students who wish to attend college classes but do not wish to receive credit may enroll as auditors. Students in this category must have the approval of the instructor at the time they enroll and must pay the same fees as the credit students. Auditors receive no grades and are not required to turn in class assignments or write examinations. Students enrolled as auditors may not convert to a credit status after the first week of class. Students may not change from a credit status to that of an auditor after the third week of classes. Individuals who wish to designate themselves as community auditors need to fill out an application for admission and so indicate this designation. The above listed requirements will also apply to community auditors. However, transcripts of previous work are not required. Community auditors who later wish to change to classified status will be required to file applications for admission and to present official transcripts of high school records and of previous credits earned in college. HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS Opportunity to accelerate an educational program while in secondary school is given and a student may take courses on campus before graduation. Upon the written authorization of the high school principal or high school counselor, students with a 3.0 average or better may enroll in day or evening classes for which he/she is qualified. The student is limited to a maximum of two courses (6 credits). A Request to Enroll application may be obtained through the local high school guidance office or the Washburn Admissions Office and should be submitted to the Admission's office 15 days before enrollment. Students below high school senior standing or not presenting a 3.0 grade point average must also have permission of the departmental chairperson prior to enrollment. PROVISIONAL ENROLLMENT Students who have been unable to submit complete credentials by the beginning of the semester for which they have requested admission may be allowed to enroll on provisional status. Students enrolled in this status must have all credentials on file in the Admissions Office no later than the end of their first semester of enrollment at Washburn. Students whose files are still incomplete at that time or who, upon evaluation of credentials submitted, do not meet minimum admission requirements will not be allowed to enroll for a subsequent enrollment period. In accordance with federal regulations, students on provisional status may not have any federal financial aid disbursed to them until all credentials have been received and evaluated to determine whether they meet satisfactory academic progress requirements. ADMISSION TESTS Degree seeking students who enter Washburn University must submit ACT scores if they have less than 24 credit hours. Students may enroll for one semester without scores, but are required to submit scores prior to any subsequent enrollment. Students who do not have scores on file must contact the Counseling and Testing Office to make arrangements for testing. Students may submit scores from past testings so long as the scores are no more than five years old. Students who enter with more than 24 hours are recommended to forward ACT scores, but are not required to do so. Test scores are used primarily for advising purposes and are not used for admission to the University. REGISTRATION AND ENROLLMENT The University does offer the opportunity for advance Tele-registration for the next semester/term to students who are currently enrolled. Please see the schedule of classes for advance tele-registration dates, instructions, and regulations. At the beginning of each semester new students and students who did not advance Tele-register may complete the enrollment process during Regular Enrollment. The time/date at which each student is to report for advising and registration is listed in the Class Schedule. Enrollment is not complete until satisfactory arrangements have been made for the payment of charges and the official statement of charges is cleared with the cashier in the Business Office. Students who do not complete Advance Tele-Registration or Regular Enrollment on the days set aside for this purpose may Late Enroll. During the first week of classes students may enroll or make schedule changes with the consent of their faculty advisors. New enrollments and schedule changes at the beginning of the second through the third week of classes require instructor and faculty advisor signatures. No student may enroll after the third week of semester classes. See specific dates in each semester Class Schedule. The last day a student may enroll for the summer sessions are specifically stated in the Summer Class Schedule. The dates vary according to the length of the session. ATTENDANCE The value of a college education is enhanced by full participation and attendance in class activities. Because classroom activities are intended to assist the students in the learning experience, it is expected that they will attend class sessions whenever possible. There are certain kinds of class sessions in which it is impossible to carry on the work of the class unless the student is present. For this reason, each member of the faculty has the prerogative of establishing specific attendance regulations which, in the instructor s opinion, are best suited to the course. There is no University wide attendance policy. An instructor, after due notice to the student, may request withdrawal of the student from a course because of nonattendance. In such cases the grade of F is recorded after the eighth week of a semester or the midpoint of a summer session or short term class. AUTHORIZED ACADEMIC LOAD Normally, the maximum number of hours permitted is 20 per semester. Correspondence, extension, and evening courses taken concurrently are counted as a part of the total load. A freshman in good standing is limited to 16 credit hours plus one physical education activity course per semester except that, upon approval by the faculty advisor and the appropriate Dean, the student is permitted to carry one additional hour. Superior Juniors and Seniors, with the approval of their faculty advisor, may petition the Dean to carry 21 or more hours. For summer sessions, the maximum number of hours permitted concurrently is 9, provided that no more than 6 are taken in the same 5-week or shorter term. Superior students may petition the appropriate Dean for permission to enroll in more hours. Normally the term superior will be construed to mean a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0. Students are defined to be full-time in the fall and spring semesters if they are (1) undergraduates enrolled in at least 12 credit hours, (2) graduate students enrolled in at least 9 hours, or (3) law students enrolled in at least 10 hours. Students are defined to be half-time in the fall and spring semesters if they are not full-time and are (1) undergraduates enrolled in at least 6 hours, (2) graduate students enrolled in at least 6 hours, or (3) law students enrolled in at least 5 hours. Students may be granted an exception and receive a scholarship or grant designated to go to full-time students if during their final semester prior to graduation they need less than 12 hours to complete their degree. During the summer session, any student enrolled in at least 6 hours is considered full-time, while students enrolled in at least 3 but fewer than 6 are considered half-time. WITHDRAWALS A student who wishes to withdraw from any course must secure and complete an official Schedule Change Form and present the form to the Office of the University Registrar. The University Registrar s office will enter the withdrawal into the data base, sign the form, and then the student must take the remainder of the form to the Business Office for review of charges. The student is then given a copy documenting these transactions. Withdrawal is not official until this procedure has been completed in both the Registrar and Business Offices. A student who wishes to withdraw from the University must complete an official Schedule Change Form. A signature may be required from the Financial Aid Office The University Registrar s office will enter the withdrawal into the data base, sign the form, and then the student must take the remainder of the form to the Business Office for review of charges. The student is then given a copy documenting these transactions. Withdrawal is not official until this procedure has been completed in both the University Registrar and Business Offices. Failure to withdraw officially results in the recording of F grades. Students should withdraw in person. Only under exceptional circumstances may a student withdraw in writing through the mail or by telephone. Written documentation must follow any telephone contact. During a semester a student may withdraw through the second week with no recorded grade. From the third through the eighth week a W is recorded for any dropped course. The last day a student may drop a class without affecting the grade point average is the end of the eighth week. However, a student may still withdraw from the ninth week to the week prior to finals with a grade of either W or WF as determined by the instructor at the time of withdrawal. A student may not withdraw during the week prior to finals. Specific dates for withdrawal in the summer are listed in the Summer Class Schedule. The dates vary according to the length of session. Withdrawal procedures/regulations are the same as stated above. Similar date/deadlines for short term courses will be listed in the Class Bulletin according to the respective semester/term. Medical withdrawals must adhere to the same procedures and deadlines as other complete withdrawals. STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES THE CENTER FOR LEARNING AND STUDENT SUCCESS Washburn University recognizes each student as an individual with special needs in all areas of growth. Because of this, the Center for Learning and Student Success (CLASS) was created in the Spring of 1996. The idea for this fusion was to combine the areas of Academic Advising, Career Services, Counseling and Testing and Learning Enrichment into one efficacious department designed to complement academic programs and provide for student's total development. CLASS offers both the traditional and non-traditional student the best academic support services that our combined personnel and technology can offer. The Center is open 8 to 5 Monday-Friday and through the noon hour. Learning Enrichment Washburn realizes that students function within a highly competitive intellectual environment, and due to the rigorous demands of study, the typical student may need help in gaining and maintaining an adequate level of academic proficiency. Learning Enrichment, as part of the Center for Learning and Student Success, offers a wide variety of services using differing methodologies in order to provide students with adequate opportunities to identify a preferred style so that they can maximize their academic potential. In addition, the Center assists in developing learning strategies and effective study skills through workshops and videotape presentations; sponsors Supplemental Instruction for selected courses in conjunction with professors and academic departments, and assists students with access to special course support materials. Learning Enrichment is open from 8 to 5, Monday-Friday and during the noon hour. Students may drop by at their convenience or call 231-1010, ext. 1299 for an appointment. Academic Advising Academic Advising-within CLASS-serves as a home base for students who have not yet declared a major or who are in the process of rethinking their major. The professional staff assists students with concerns, and provides information about other university services. The staff also works with prospective students, providing general information about classes, programs, requirements and services. As part of the Center for Learning and Student Success, Academic Advising is located in Morgan Hall, Room 122, and is open Monday-Friday, 8 to 5, during the noon hour and on Tuesday from 5 to 6 in the Admissions Office. Students may drop in at their convenience or call for an appointment at 231-1010, ext. 1299. Career Services The staff of Career Services-located within the Center for Learning and Student Success-provide students with the assistance needed to make a smooth transition from the academic world to a work environment. Whether the student is a freshman seeking part time opportunities, a senior rapidly approaching graduation, or an alumni considering a career change, the CS staff are here to serve. CS personnel lead workshops and provide individual counseling on writing a polished resume. They teach interviewing fundamentals and provide information on jobs and employers. Career Services offers other convenient and useful services. It posts current job listings, sponsors area employers in informational sessions, arranges on-campus interviews, refers resumes of registered students to potential employers, and provides important contact names. As part of CLASS, CS is open from 8 to 5 Monday-Friday and during the noon hour. Students may drop in at their convenience or call for an appointment at 231-1010, ext. 1299. Counseling and Testing Counseling and Testing services, located within the Center for Learning and Student Success, Morgan 122, serves Washburn students in three primary areas: learning skills development, major and career choice and personal counseling. Students experiencing difficulty at Washburn may find it desirable to utilize the counseling area at an early date in order to address concerns such as: adjusting to college, building self- esteem, establishing successful relationships, succeeding in college, or coping with crisis. As part of the counseling process, testing is available to aid students in the exploration of college and career interests and related personality characteristics and ability. Occupational information, computer assisted career exploration and graduate school information to include test packets are also provided. Counseling services are available for every Washburn student, regardless of classification, number of hours enrolled, or academic performance. Located within the Center for Learning and Student Success, Morgan 122, C&T is open from 8 to 5, Monday-Friday, and through the noon hour or call for an appointment at 231-1010, ext. 1299. ORIENTATION Orientation is a valuable experience for all new students. It is held on two dates during the summer. Attendance provides new students with valuable information from students, faculty, and staff. The orientation program is designed to assist the new student in becoming acquainted with the University community, provide academic advising, schedule planning and pre-enrollment. The dates of the sessions are announced through the news media and mailed to prospective students. For further information, contact the Academic Advising Center in Morgan Hall. LEARNING SKILLS PROGRAM The learning skills program serves to facilitate student learning and increase performance and the opportunity for success. The program provides a supplemental instruction component which assists students in their beginning science classes. The program involves assistance in content review and teaching of basic studyskills used in classes. This service also offers a six week non-credit study skills course. Topics include time management, note-taking, outlining and preparing for exams. The University Learning Skills Program provides several other workshops planned to help students become more effective learners. The Program goal is to make the college experience more satisfying and successful. INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADVISOR The international student advisor is involved in the preliminary acceptance of international students including corresponding with them prior to their arrival and helping them secure housing. The advisor aids the students in preparation of their academic programs, counsels them in completion of their required visas and governmental records, and maintains contact with them during their academic careers. The advisor is located in Morgan 375. SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES The Student Affairs Office coordinates and provides access to such services as notetakers, readers, library assistance, recorders, tapes, and other necessary accommodations. Requests for such services may be made by contacting, at least one month in advance, the Services for Students with Disabilities Office in Morgan Hall. VETERAN AFFAIRS Washburn University participates in all Veteran s Administration educational assistance programs; therefore, the Washburn Veteran Affairs Office processes the required documents and submits the necessary forms for student/veteran eligibility. The enrollment of each eligible recipient of educational assistance must be certified each semester by the Washburn Veteran Affairs Office to assure continuous benefits. All veterans and eligible persons receiving VA benefits are required by law to report promptly by the Washburn Veteran Affairs Office any changes which may affect the amount of money being received. These changes, which include dropping of individual courses, not attending class, and not formally withdrawing from the University, are relayed to the regional VA office for proper disposition. The Veteran s Administration expects the veteran not only to make satisfactory progress, but to pursue an educational objective and regularly attend classes. MULTICULTURAL AFFAIRS Multicultural Affairs, a unit of Student Affairs, serves any individual or group who wants to develop an appreciation, respect and understanding of the similarities and differences represented in Washburn University's diverse community. In addition, Multicultural Affairs assists students in their overall development as they pursue a course of study. The Multicultural Affairs mission is two-fold: * To promote a campus and community environment to help students succeed academically and socially by using all available resources and services; and, * To create an environment in which all students, faculty and staff can develop an appreciation and understanding of the various cultures represented at Washburn University. Multicultural Affairs also assists students of color and student organizations with academic, social, cultural and career-oriented activities and experiences throughout the year. HEALTH SERVICES The Student Health Service is located in Morgan Hall. Medical advice and dispensary services are available to all enrolled students. The University physician and a nurse are available on a full-time basis for health counseling and the treatment of ailments and injuries. A low cost health insurance program is available, on a voluntary basis, to students taking at least 7 credit hours. For information contact the Office of Student Affairs. STUDENT ACTIVITIES & GREEK LIFE A wide range of activities is provided at Washburn to augment the academic life of the campus through recreational, leisure, social, entertainment, cultural and service programs. The office of Student Activities & Greek Life advises and assists student groups in program planning and leadership development. It provides: information on existing student groups; guidelines for the development of new organizations; advice on setting organizational goals and objectives, fund raising or thedevelopment of a constitution; help with student groups in finding advisors; assistance in scheduling speakers, events, and meetings; help in promoting organizations or their membership; a clearinghouse for students to express a need and a place to get help in finding an answer; a place to come when the student wants to get involved and does not know how. With over 90 student organizations and clubs, the Student Activities & Greek Life office provides an opportunity to serve the University and Community. A list of these organizations can be obtained in our office located on the second floor in the Memorial Union. In addition, the Office of Student Activities & Greek Life plans orientation activities for new students, processes student identification cards, coordinates Alcohol Awareness Week, participates in Senior Day activities, hosts an Activity/Volunteer Fair and coordinates the Who's Who Banquet. Whether you have an interest in getting involved with student government, working on the University newspaper or magazine, helping plan campus entertainment, WU Greek Life, or just want to get involved with one of many registered student groups on campus, the Student Activities & Greek Life personnel will assist you. HONORARY ORGANIZATIONS Washburn University sponsors a Chapter of Phi Kappa Phi, a nonprofit honorary organization that promotes the pursuit of excellence in all fields of higher education and recognizes outstanding achievement by students, faculty, and others through election to membership, and through various awards for distinguished achievement. Membership is open to scholars of sound character from all academic disciplines. CAMPUS ACTIVITIES BOARD (CAB) The Campus Activities Board (CAB) is the student organization directly responsible for planning, implementing, and providing university-wide student activities and events at Washburn. Membership is open to all university students. The organization regularly plans special programs, comedy nights, lectures, tournaments, and a variety of other entertainment for Washburn students. Sponsored by the Office of Student Activities & Greek Life, CAB members work actively as the official programming board of Washburn University. The office is located on the first floor of the Memorial Union, and their hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (ph. 231-1010, ext. 1721). STUDENT PUBLICATIONS THE WASHBURN REVIEW The Review is the student newspaper. Publications are weekly during the fall and spring semester. Washburn's award winning student publication has a long history of offering the student body and faculty current news, interesting features, and lively opinions. Students have a unique opportunity to share their reporting and writing with others, simply by joining the staff of the Review. The paper is distributed free in all of the main buildings on campus. KAW PUBLICATIONS WU offers a unique opportunity for students to become involved with the annual student magazine, the KAW. Students can take advantage of being involved in producing a four-color glossy professional magazine. Positions available include opportunities to learn marketing, computer layout & design, writing & editing, business & ad design as well as magazine publication & distribution. There are several paid positions offered each year as well as many volunteer opportunities for designers and writers. BOARD OF PUBLICATIONS The Board of Publications is a committee that consists of three faculty members and four students. The committee hires the editor, business manager and advertising manager of each publication and approves expenditures of the newspaper and magazine. LITERARY MAGAZINE A student Staff produces an annual Washburn literary magazine. The literary magazine is for sale throughout the year in the Washburn Bookstore. Short stories, drawings, photographs and poetry by students are accepted. WASHBURN STUDENT ASSOCIATION (WSA) The Washburn Student Association (WSA) exists to serve the students and registered student organizations with any problems or concerns they may have. Members of the student body are automatically members of WSA. The WSA Senate is the student government arm of the association. There are 28 senators: 21 that are elected by the student body in the spring and seven freshmen senators that are elected by the freshmen student body in the fall. Senators may also be appointed by the executive staff throughout the year as vacancies occur. Applications for appointment are available in the WSA office. Senators must maintain a 2.0 GPA and be enrolled in at least three hours as an undergraduate. The president and vice president of WSA are elected each spring by the student body. They, in turn, appoint an executive staff which is responsible for carrying out the decisions of the senate. The senate is funded by a portion of student activity fees. These fees help provide student services, such as intramural sports, concerts, Homecoming events and an annual student planner. All registered student organizations are eligible to request funding for their group's activities from WSA. GREEK ORGANIZATIONS Four sororities and four fraternities compose the Greek social groups at Washburn. Each organization provides housing for its members, but local students may choose to live at home. The groups are involved in social, philanthropy and student leadership activities. Scholarship programs carry a strong emphasis on the enhancement of academics. Panhellenic Council and Interfraternity Council, which are comprised of members from each group, carry our fall rush activities. Female students may participate in Formal Rush during August in order to join a sorority or they may sign up for Open Rush during the remainder of the school year. Male students may join a fraternity by signing up for Open Rush at any time during the academic school year. The soroities at Washburn are: Alpha Phi Delta Gamma Kappa Alpha Theta Zeta Tau Alpha The fraternities at Washburn are: Alpha Delta Kappa Sigma Phi Delta Theta Sigma Phi Epsilon Room, board, dues and social costs for men and women living in the fraternities and soroities are approximately $300 per month. MUSICAL ORGANIZATIONS Opportunities are provided for students who qualify to participate in appropriate musical organizations. Instrumentalists may join the Orchestra, the Band, and the Jazz Ensembles. Vocalists may qualify for the Chamber Choir, Concert Choir, and the Washburn Singers. Credit is given to those who enroll and meet performance and attendance requirements. Membership in the Topeka Symphony Orchestra is also open to qualified students. RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS Every effort is made to promote a wholesome campus life and provide for the development of the religious interests of the student. Priests, ministers, and rabbis from the nearby churches and synagogues are available for consultation and counsel. Student organizations sponsored by church groups participate in various student activities. INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS Washburn University offers a variety of athletic programs for both men and women. Men s Sports - Football, basketball, baseball, golf and tennis. Women s Sports - Basketball, volleyball, tennis and softball. Washburn is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II and the Missouri Inter-Collegiate Athletic Association. HOUSING Washburn offers on-campus housing for full-time students in three University residence halls. Kuehne and West Halls provide suite living for 78 students. Both complexes are co-ed with each suite housing either eight men or eight women. Each suite includes a large living room, two baths with shower, four double occupancy bedrooms, a patio or balcony and private entrance. Two suites are designed to accommodate disabled students, especially those who use wheelchairs. Lounges with color television, laundry facilities, and kitchenettes are available in each building. The Office of Residential Living is housed in Kuehne Hall. Carruth Hall provides comfortable living for 66 men and women. The residence features three-person suites with two bedrooms and a bath with shower. The residence hall offers a large comfortable living room, small kitchenette, recreation room with color television and laundry facilities. All meals are served in the Memorial Student Union. For a housing contract or further information, contact the Director of Residential Living, Washburn University, Topeka, KS 66621. FAMILY HOUSING The Washburn Terrace Apartments, 48 one bedroom apartment units, are located on the southeast corner of the campus. A student and spouse, a student and spouse with one dependent child, or a single parent with one or two dependent child(ren) are the family groups eligible for residence. Rental information may be obtained from the University Business Manager. OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING Many students prefer to live in apartments and residences in the neighborhoods immediately surrounding the University campus. Many apartment complexes are within easy walking distance of campus, and Topeka offers a large selection with easy access to campus. Rental costs of approximately $250/month and up should be anticipated. These costs are often shared by two to four students thus reducing the per student cost. The University maintains an apartment listing service to assist students in finding off-campus housing. For more information, contact the Office of Residential Living. FINANCIAL INFORMATION Tuition and fees are established by the Board of Regents and are subject to change at any time by the Board of Regents. All payments are made at the Business Office of the University. Registration is not complete until all fees are paid or until a satisfactory written arrangement for payment is made with the Business Office, and the statement of charges has been signed and stamped by the cashier. ACADEMIC STATUS: FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME STUDENTS Students are defined to be full-time in the fall and spring semesters if they are (1) undergraduates enrolled in at least 12 credit hours, (2) graduate students enrolled in at least 9 hours, or (3) law students enrolled in at least 10 hours. Students are defined to be half-time in the fall and spring semesters if they are not full-time and are (1) undergraduates enrolled in at least 6 hours, (2) graduate students enrolled in at least 6 hours, or (3) law students enrolled in at least 5 hours. During the summer session, any student enrolled in at least 6 hours is considered full-time, while students enrolled in at least 3 but fewer than 6 hours are considered half-time. DEFERRED PAYMENTS Although all tuition and fee charges for any term are due in full at the time of registration, a student who cannot pay in full on the day of registration may make arrangements with the Assistant Controller to defer part of his/her charges. Students enrolling in 3-5 hours and receiving scholarships, grants or loans may defer the remaining tuition balance, and pay in one payment. Students enrolling in 3-5 hours and receiving no financial aid may pay 1/2 of the tuition upon enrollment and defer the remaining tuition balance, and pay in one payment. Students enrolling in 6 or more hours and receiving scholarships, grants or loans may defer the remaining tuition balance, and pay in three payments. Students enrolling in 6 or more hours and receiving no financial aid may pay 1/4 of the tuition upon enrollnent and defer the remaining tuition balance, and pay in three payments. A MasterCard or VISA Credit Card may also be used to pay for tuition. Any scholarship, grant or loan must first be applied to tuition and fees. A late payment fee of $10.00 will be added for each deferred payment made after the arranged due date. A post-mark on or before the due date will be accepted as timely payment. Deferred payments may also be made, between 5 p.m. and 8 a.m., at the Business Office Depository located outside Morgan 205. Charges listed below are for 1996-97 only. 1997-98 charges will be announced publicly before the fall of 1997. TUITION The tuition charge is applicable to all terms of work such as regular semester, evening program, etc., whether taken for credit or as an auditor. (See the Summer Session Bulletin for tuition and fees for the Summer Session.) CHARGES FOR 1996-97 ONLY College and Schools Per Credit Hour: 1) Undergraduate Resident of Kansas $96.00 Nonresident of Kansas $211.00 2) Graduate Resident of Kansas $126.00 Nonresident of Kansas $261.00 School of Law: Resident of Kansas $217.00 Nonresident of Kansas $325.00 Information on tuition residence requirements may be obtained from the section Resident Qualifications. FEES Per Credit Hour Credit by Examination Fee.............1/3 of current undergraduate resident tuition fee rounded to the nearest dollar. STUDENT ACTIVITIES FEES Student Activities Fees are required of all students attending the University who are enrolled in three or more hours of work during the regular Fall and Spring semesters. These fees are charged only for courses taken on campus. There will be no activity fee charge for students taking only television or off-campus classes. If a student is taking both on-campus and television/off-campus classes, the number of hours of non-television/non-off-campus classes will be added to determine the activity fee charge. 1. UNDERGRADUATE and GRADUATE students taking 3,4, or 5 hours per semester.....$ 8.00 2. UNDERGRADUATE and GRADUATE students taking six or more credit hours per Fall and Spring Semesters..............$16.00 3. LAW students taking in excess of six credit hours per Fall and Spring Semesters....$20.00 Private Music Lessons Students majoring in curricula which require private lessons in music pay no additional fee for their lessons if they enroll and remain enrolled in 12 credit hours for a full semester. All other students are charged for private lessons, in addition to the credit hour charge, as follows: SEMESTER CHARGES Concurrently enrolled in an ensemble 1 hour 2 hours 3 hours Music Majors Full-time N/C N/C N/C Part-time * $96 * 192 Not available Non Majors Full/Part-time * $96 * 192 Not available Not enrolled in an ensemble Full/Part-time ** $128 ** 256 Not available * The fee for each credit hour of applied music lessons will remain equal to the current resident undergraduate per-credit hour tuition. ** The fee for each credit hour of applied music lessons will remain equal to (1.33) X (current resident undergraduate per-credit hour tuition), rounded to the nearest dollar. Private music lessons falling on legal and all-school holidays will not be made up. Lessons missed by the student will be made up only if satisfactory arrangements can be made with the instructor. Lessons missed by the instructor will be made up by the end of the semester. If a student withdraws from applied lessons after the "Last day to enroll without a late fee," there will be no reimbursement of fees. The only exceptions will be prolonged illness, administrative error, or death. Private lessons are not available during the summer sessions. MISCELLANEOUS CHARGES (for 97-98 only) Late Registration Fees are applicable to those students, except those who are taking only audit classes, who have not processed their enrollment statement of charges through the Business Office on the date set and published as the last day to pay without a late fee. Students who do not meet this deadline shall be charged a single late fee according to the number of credits in which they are enrolling. Late registration fees apply to TV courses. Hours Rate 0.5-3.0 $ 25.00 3.5-6.0 $ 50.00 6.5-9.0 $ 75.00 9.5+ $ 100.00 Out of sequence courses starting after the regular registration period and scheduled for periods other than the full semester are not subject to the late registration fees. Cap and gown use. The Student is responsible for making arrangements and for paying the University Bookstore for use of cap and gown during commencement exercises. Laboratory usage. The student is expected to compensate the University for laboratory breakages or damage to other University property due to negligence, carelessness, or failure to follow instructions. FAILURE TO PAY FEES AND OTHER FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS TUITION AND FEES Failure to pay any tuition or fee charges when due subjects the student to: 1. Holds and non-release of the student s grade reports and transcripts. 2. Advance registration and enrollment at Washburn in subsequent semesters would not be permitted and diplomas/certificates would not be released. 3. These restrictions will be lifted only after the student has made full payment. A $10 late fee will be assessed on each late deferred tuition payment. A postmark on or before due date will be accepted as timely payment. Note: This policy is subject to change. Consult with the Business Office in case of late payment. BOARD AND ROOM PAYMENTS If a dormitory resident fails to make a board and room payment when due, the person will be subject to eviction from the dormitory. After proper notice has been given the resident, and the obligation is not paid within the time stated on the notice, the resident will be evicted from the dormitory and a hold will be placed on the person s transcript. This hold will not be released for advance registration and enrollment in subsequent terms will not be permitted until the financial obligation is paid in full. FINES PARKING FINES Failure to pay a parking fine within a calendar week of the due date results in a late payment fee of either $3.00 or $5.00 depending upon the violation. If the student does not pay the fine and the late payment fee, a hold will be placed on the student s transcript, advance registration, and enrollment in subsequent terms will not be permitted until the financial obligation is paid in full. Parking and traffic regulations are printed and distributed annually. LIBRARY FINES/OTHER UNIVERSITY FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS Failure to pay a library fine or any other University financial obligation which has not been discussed above will result in a hold being placed on the student s transcript, advance registration, and enrollment in subsequent terms will not be permitted until the financial obligation has been paid in full. The University ordinarily will accept a check for only the amount due the University. The University will refuse to accept a check in payment of an obligation if in the past the student as had checks returned or the student cannot be properly identified. Checks postdated will not be accepted nor will any check be held for deferred deposit. A returned check fee of $10.00 is assessed for returned checks. If the amount of the check and the returned check fee are not paid promptly, a hold will be placed on the students record. No credit will be released by the Registrar s Office until all accounts are paid. A student is not eligible to receive grade reports, diplomas, certificates, transcripts or to advance register and enroll unless all financial obligations to the University have been paid. In cases where a student has received Title IV funds, all arrangements for making repayment to the University are to be completed prior to graduation. REFUNDS (Refund policy is subject to change) A student permitted to withdraw may be allowed a refund of the University tuition charge for an academic session in which she or he is enrolled according to the following tuition refund schedule only. Tuition refunds different from the following schedule are not permitted unless an error was made by the University. No refunds will be made of the late registration fee or student activity fee unless such charges have been made through an error of the University. In the event some or all of the tuition and fees were paid by some source(s) other than the student, including but not limited to scholarships, grants, Title IV funds, the first refund amounts will be made payable to those sources. If the student has any unpaid account with the University, any refund due from withdrawal may be applied to such account. Any amount paid to the University which exceeds tuition and fees paid by these other sources and any amounts due to university, shall then be paid to student. TUITION REFUND SCHEDULE 5-8 week 15-18 week 9-15 week During first week: 100% 100% 100% During second week: 80% 75% 50% During third after 2nd week week: 60% 50% None During 4th week: 40% 25% None During fifth week: 20% None None The refund policy for credit courses that are less than five weeks duration, including winter intersession, is 100% if the University Registrar's Office receives the official withdrawal notice on or before the second business day before the first class session. There is no refund for these courses following the second business day before the first class session. The first Monday after the official published days of registration constitutes the beginning of the semester for tuition refund for fall and spring terms. See class schedule for exact refund dates for fall and spring, and for dates regarding all summer sessions. For courses which are scheduled out of sequence of the regular Fall, Spring and Summer sessions, the day published as the official first class meeting for the courses constitutes the beginning of the course for tuition refund purposes, assuming the course is for a term of five or more weeks and is subject to tuition refund. DEFERRED PAYMENT OBLIGATIONS The University's tuition refund policy is not affected by a student electing the deferred payment method. In such event, the refund shall be calculated by multiplying the total tuition charge for the academic session in which such student is enrolled by the appropriate percentage figure to determine the amount to be retained by the University. (By way of example, the University is entitled to retain 20% of the total tuition charge to a student withdrawing in the second week of an academic semester while the remaining 80% is to be refunded to the student or other source of funds.) The University shall retain from any payments made to it the amount of University fees charged and the amount of tuition payment to which it is entitled under the refund schedule. If a student on the deferred payment withdraws from courses, any outstanding deferred payment obligation, taking into consideration the amount of tuition then due and owing to University under the refund schedule, must be paid in full. REFUND DUE TO SERIOUS ILLNESS OR INJURY If a student should be unable to complete a semester or term in which he or she is duly enrolled due to s rious illness or injury of that student and that student presents an affidavit signed by a licensed health care provider certifying the same, the student will be refunded the tuition and fees for that semester provided the student has personally and fully paid the tuition and fees, has no other unpaid University financial obligations and provided that a request for refund is made by the student or person representing said student. A refund will not be made to the student in the event the tuition and fees were paid by other persons or sources, ie,. scholarship funds, grants, Title IV funds or others. "Appropriate refunds will be made to Title IV funds as required by the Higher Education Amendments of 1992, Part G, Section 484B." To be eligible to request a medical refund, a complete withdrawal from the semester or term must be filed with the University Registrar. The request for medical refund must be accompanied by the appropriate signed affidavit document. The affidavit document may be obtained in the University Business Office. REFUND DUE TO DEATH OF STUDENT If a student should die during a semester or term in which her or she is duly enrolled, the student's estate will be refunded the tuition fees for that semester only provided the student has personally and fully paid the tuition and fees, has no other unpaid University financial obligations and provided that a request for refund is made by a person representing the deceased student's estate. A student's estate will not be refunded in the event the tuition and fees were paid by other persons or sources, i.e., scholarships funds, grants Title IV funds or others NON-CREDIT HOUR COURSES For non-credit conferences, institutional seminars and community service offerings that are of more than one day duration, and are not described in a separately published brochure, the refund is 100% if the official withdrawal notice is received by the Continuing Education office on or before the first day after the first class session. There is no refund for these courses following the first business day after the first class session. RESIDENCE QUALIFICATIONS Policy. The University charges two residency rates of tuition for undergraduate, graduate and law courses: (1) a resident of Kansas rate for students who can meet the University s residence requirements, and (2) a nonresident of Kansas rate for those who do not qualify as a resident of Kansas. At the beginning of each term or semester, the Admissions/ Registrar s Office will publish the residence status for fee purposes of each student who enrolls at the University. No refund shall be made if residence qualifications are met after the end of the fifth week. Definition of Residence for Fee Purposes. Residence means a person s place of habitation, to which, whenever he or she is absent, he or she has the intention of returning. A person shall not be considered a resident of Kansas unless he or she is in continuous residence and intends to make Kansas a permanent home, not only while in attendance at the University but indefinitely thereafter as well. Requirements, Factors and Circumstances Considered in Determination of Residence Status. Before a student can be considered to be a resident for tuition purposes, the student must prove that he or she has been a legal resident or has resided in the State of Kansas continuously for at least six months immediately prior to registration. Furthermore, the student cannot be a resident unless the student qualifies as a Kansas resident for whom the University can receive state aid. The following factors, while not conclusive, have probative value in support of a claim for resident classification: (a) continuous presence in Kansas during periods when not enrolled as a student; (b) employment in Kansas; (c) payment of Kansas State Income Taxes; (d) reliance on Kansas sources for financial support; (e) acceptance of an offer of permanent employment in Kansas; (f) ownership of a home in Kansas; (g) voting or registration for voting in Kansas; (h) employment in any position not normally filled by a student; (i) lease of living quarters in Kansas; (j) statement of intention to acquire residence in Kansas; (k) residence in Kansas of the student s spouse; (l) vehicle registration in Kansas; (m) acquisition of Kansas driver s license; (n) payment of Kansas personal property taxes. Nonresident Status. Persons enrolling at the University who, if adults, have not been, or if minors, whose parents have not been residents of the State of Kansas for six months immediately prior to enrollment for any term or session are non-residents for fee purposes. Furthermore, in the event the University does not receive state aid for the student because the state subsequently determines the student is a nonresident for tuition purposes, the student is automatically classified or reclassified a nonresident. If a student is classified by the University to be a resident and the University subsequently reverses the classification, the University will bill the student for the difference between the nonresident rate and the resident rate for all applicable semesters except in cases of documented University error. Voting, payment of personal property taxes, registering a vehicle or securing a driver s license in another state may be considered sufficient evidence to show nonresidence. Residence of Persons Under 18 Years of Age. Generally, the residence of a person who is under 18 years of age is determined by the residence of his or her parents. If the parents are both dead or are divorced or legally separated, residence shall be determined by the residence of the person to whom the court has granted custody or whom the court has designated as guardian. For the purpose of determining residence of a person who is under 18 years of age and who has been legally adopted, the adoptive parents shall be considered to occupy the same position as natural parents. In other situations, residence shall be determined by the residence of the parents or other person providing the preponderance of support. A person under 18 years of age who is legally emancipated will be considered an adult for residence purposes. Equal Treatment of Men and Women. In the application of these regulations, men and women shall be treated the same. Residence of Married Persons. The residence of married persons shall be determined separately for each spouse. Military Personnel. The Board of Regents authorizes persons stationed in Kansas pursuant to active military orders and or their spouse and dependent to pay an amount equal to resident tuition. Persons who are eligible for resident tuition rates under this policy must provide the University with appropriate documentation which verifies their military status and their spouse/dependent status, if applicable, at the time of enrollment. Responsibility and Burden at Proof of Student for Resident Determination. The responsibility of enrolling under the proper residence classification for fee purposes is placed on the student. If there is any possible question of residence classification under these regulations, it is the duty of the newly admitted student to raise the question with the Admissions Office and a current student with the Registrar s Office. The burden of providing clear and convincing proof of residency status rests with the student. Willful misstatement of any facts to influence the decision of resident status is cause for dismissal from the University and subjects the student to proper charges for previous semesters. Procedure for Resident Determination. Students are classified residents or nonresidents from information provided by the students prior to registration. A Residency Determination Questionnaire may be completed by any new or returning student who desires clarification of residency status. These forms are available through the Registrar s Office or Admissions Office, and must be completed and returned for review at least ten days prior to registration. Appeal Procedure. Students should raise questions of their resident status before registration because clearing the Business Office may not be postponed pending a decision on resident status. However, a student who is classified as a nonresident for fee purposes shall be entitled to an appeal provided he or she files a Residency Determination form with the Registrar s Office within 30 days from the day of registration. This appeal process is also applicable to students who are classified as residents at the time of enrollment and who subsequently are classified as nonresidents, except that such students must file the Residency Determination form within 30 days of notice of reclassification. Upon receipt of a properly filed Residency Determination form, the Admissions/Registrar's Office may reverse its classification or try to respond to the student in a manner that satisfies the student as to why the classification cannot be reversed. In the event the student remains unsatisfied with the classification, the Admissions/Registrar personnel shall refer the matter to the Residence Committee. If a student fails to file an appeal in the time and manner provided in this regulation, the classification or reclassification determined by the Registrar s Office shall, upon the expiration of the appeal period, become final. Residence Committee. The Residence Committee shall hear and determine all appeals concerning the status of students as residents or nonresidents for tuition purposes as referred. Members of the Residence Committee shall consist of the Vice President for Administration, the Vice President for Academic Affairs and the Dean of Students. Decisions of the Residence Committee shall not be subject to further administrative review by any officer or board of the University. The Board of Regents have approved the following exception to Residency policy. Where applicable, the following factors will allow payment of resident fees during the designated time frame. 1. Persons who are full-time employees of a state educational institution; 2. Persons who are in active military service; 3. Persons who are domiciliary residents of the state, who were in active military service prior to becoming domiciliary residents of the state, who were present in the state for a period of not less than two years during their tenure in active military service, whose domiciliary residence was established in the state within thirty (30) days of discharge or retirement from active military service under honorable conditions, but whose domiciliary residence was not established at least six months prior to the first day of enrollment for the semester in which the students are enrolling; 4. Persons who are not domiciliary residents of the state, who have graduated from a high school in the state of Kansas within six (6) months of enrollment, who are domiciliary residents of the state at the time of graduation from high school or within twelve (12) months prior to graduation from high school, and who are eligible for admission to the University; 5. Persons who are domiciliary residents of the state, who are employed on a full-time basis and whose employment requires at least 1,500 hours of work per year, whose domiciliary residence was not established at least six (6) months prior to the first day of enrollment for the semester in which the students are enrolling; 6. Persons who are residents of selected counties in the state of Missouri who can document a 3.0 or higher grade point average. The high school grade point average will be evaluated for the first-time freshmen and the college grade point average will be evaluated for transfer students who have more than twelve college hours completed. The eligible counties in Missouri are: Andrew, Holt, Buchanan, Platte, Clay, Jackson, Cass and Bates. 7. The exception to the payment of out-of-state tuition rates granted in paragraphs 3, 4, 5 and 6 shall be applicable only for the first six months such person is residing in the state of Kansas. Thereafter, he or she shall be eligible for in-state residence tuition rates only if he/she has established domiciliary residency in the state and can provide the indicia of residency in Kansas. FINANCIAL AID Washburn University provides financial assistance through scholarships, grants-in-aid, student loans, and work opportunities. Financial assistance is awarded for one year with its continuance based upon financial need and scholastic achievement. Detailed information is available in a publication titled Student Financial Aid Information which can be obtained from the Financial Aid Office in Morgan 123. To secure forms needed to make application for assistance write or visit the Director of Financial Aid. Admission to the University is a prerequisite to consideration for any financial assistance. Information on specific university scholarships may be found in the Scholarship section of the catalog. See the index. 65 AND OVER TUITION-FREE PROGRAM Persons 65 and over may audit credit courses at Washburn University without paying University tuition, University fees, or activities fee charges subject to availability of class space and to the enrollment of a specified minimum number of fee paying students. The costs of materials and/or textbooks are the responsibility of the student.