2015-2016 - Elmhurst University

Elmhurst College: An Introduction ment, we foster learning, broaden knowledge, and enrich culture through pedagogical innovation, scholarship and creative expression. have faculty advisors, helping and challenging them to achieve their potential. Resources and Activities Vision for the Future Elmhurst College is located at the center of metropolitan Chicago, 16 miles west of the Loop. The campus is near a commuter rail station and the confluence of several expressways. An arboretum with more than 780 trees and shrubs, the campus is strikingly handsome, with 25 red-brick buildings, both modern and traditional, on 48 acres. The campus is a classic atmosphere for learning. The A. C. Buehler Library, recipient of the 2010 Excellence in Academic Libraries Award from the Association of College and Research Libraries, holds more than 225,000 books, accesses over 100 electronic databases, subscribes to over 800 print and electronic journals, and is linked to the collections of 80 other college and university libraries, via I-Share. Campus learning technology includes electron microscopes, nuclear accelerators, a music recording studio with 24 tracks, and a state-of-the-art computer center. Campus services are designed to reflect the multiple responsibilities and meet the diverse needs of our students. Health and counseling services, and many other services are available. Elmhurst students participate in a number of campus organizations. The College fields 10 men’s and 10 women’s intercollegiate athletic teams, in NCAA Division III. Students also participate in intramural activities. Elmhurst College will become nationally recognized for the Elmhurst Experience: a contemporary framing of liberal learning that, first, empowers and asks our students to become self-directed, academically grounded, intellectually engaged and socially responsible citizens who understand and respect the diversity of the world’s cultures and peoples and, second, prepares our students from their first day on campus to make wise academic and co-curricular choices leading to satisfying professional futures. The hallmarks of the Elmhurst Experience—student self-formation and early professional preparation—will prepare our students to become truly educated women and men, ready for life in a complex and competitive world. The College will increase support for faculty and student research. Our faculty and students will increasingly collaborate with each other and with communities beyond our campus in research, teaching and artistic expression. The College will offer select graduate programs that complement our undergraduate programs and prepare students for career entry or advancement, or for further study toward an advanced degree. Elmhurst College Core Values The values of Elmhurst College provide the foundation for all our academic, student, and community programs and activities. Intellectual Excellence. We value intellectual freedom, curiosity and engagement; critical and creative inquiry; rigorous debate; and intellectual integrity in all endeavors. We are committed to the meaningful integration of liberal learning Statement of Mission Elmhurst College inspires its students to form themselves intellectually and personally and to prepare for meaningful and ethical work in a multicultural, global society. Working together with passion and commit- 8

Elmhurst College: An Introduction Our program strives to educate students who: Carry through life the desire to learn, and the ability to solve problems and think clearly and independently, with tolerance and openness tempered by healthy skepticism and intellectual vigor; Are conversant with the heritage of Western culture, as embodied in the humanities, sciences and social sciences; Take delight in the richness of language through the mastery of reading, writing, listening and speaking; Know the joy of creativity in all intellectual activities and appreciate the unique creative opportunities afforded by the literary, visual and performing arts; Understand the natural world and issues related to humankind’s place in it, and have experience with the methods of science and technology; Understand the importance of spiritual values as a basis for living a meaningful and purposeful life and are cognizant of the Judeo-Christian heritage; Honor their responsibilities as members of a free and democratic society and are committed to social justice, personal integrity and service to others; Are sensitive to the disparities of human circumstance and show respect and compassion for all individuals; Understand and affirm their membership in a diverse, yet interdependent, multicultural, global society; Endow the work they do with competent and creative effort, provide service to the community and treat all persons with consideration; and Are able to live good lives of healthful vitality, moral and spiritual sensitivity and intellectual integrity. and professional preparation and to learning as a lifelong pursuit. Community. We are committed to cultural diversity, mutual respect among all persons, compassion for others, honest and open communication and fairness and integrity in all that we do. Social Responsibility. Mindful of humanity’s interdependence and the dignity of every individual, we are committed to social justice on local, national and global levels. We will act on our social responsibilities and call others to do the same. Stewardship. We are committed stewards of the human, fiscal and physical resources entrusted to us. We are accountable to one another for the quality of our community, the strength of our finances, and the utility and beauty of our campus as a place of intellectual engagement and personal growth. We pursue innovations that respect the environment and foster sustainability in the management of our resources. Faith, Meaning and Values. We value the development of the human spirit in its many forms and the exploration of life’s ultimate questions through dialogue and service. We value religious freedom and its expressions on campus. Grounded in our own commitments and traditions as well as those of the United Church of Christ, we cherish values that create lives of intellectual excellence, strong community, social responsibility and committed stewardship. Educational Goals Students at Elmhurst College complete an academic program that encompasses both broad experience across a range of disciplines and the mastery of a particular body of knowledge and method. 9

Elmhurst College: An Introduction The American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admission Officers The American Association of University Women The Associated Colleges of the Chicago Area The Associated Colleges of Illinois The Association of American College and Universities The Association for Continuing Higher Education The College Board The Council for Advancement and Support of Education The Council for Higher Education of the United Church of Christ The Council of Independent Colleges The Council on International Educational Exchange The Council of West Suburban Colleges The Federation of Independent Illinois Colleges and Universities The Forum on Education Abroad The Illinois Association for College Admission Counseling Institute of International Education NAFSA: Association of International Educators The National Academic Advising Association The National Association for College Admission Counseling The National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities The National Association of Student Personnel Administrators The National League for Nursing Degrees The College awards the following degrees: Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Fine Arts Bachelor of Liberal Studies Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Science Master in Public Health Master in Project Management Master in Professional Accountancy Master of Arts Master of Business Administration Master of Education Master of Market Research Master of Science Master of Science in Nursing Accreditations The College is accredited by the following organizations: The Higher Learning Commission: Member, North Central Association* The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (baccalaureate and masters)** The Illinois State Department of Education Affiliations The College subscribes to the Statement of Principles of Good Practice of the National Association for College Admission Counseling, and is a member of the following organizations: The American College Personnel Association The American Council on Education The American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education The American Association of Colleges of Nursing *The Higher Learning Commission, 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504; (800) 621-7440 or (312) 263-0456 **The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, One DuPont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington, DC 20036, (292) 887-6791 10

Elmhurst College: An Introduction Admission and Financial Aid in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving federal financial aid.” The College’s Title IX Coordinator is responsible for implementing and monitoring Title IX compliance on behalf of Elmhurst College. Any inquiries regarding Title IX or the College’s Prohibition Against Sex Discrimination should be directed to the College’s Title IX Coordinator who will be available to meet with or talk to students regarding issues relating to Title IX and the College’s Prohibition Against Sex Discrimination. The Title IX Coordinator for the College is the Director of Human Resources, located in Lehmann Hall. The College does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of physical or mental disability. To ensure equal access to its programs and activities, the College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. The College’s ADA/504 Coordinator is located in the Learning Center, Frick Center 231, and is responsible for determining appropriate accommodations in conjunction with the student and other College representatives, as appropriate. For the College’s complete Non-Discrimination and Non-Harassment Policy, please refer to the For Students section of the College website at www.elmhurst.edu/ elmhurststudents. Elmhurst College admits academically qualified applicants who show evidence of their ability to complete college-level work, based on their high-school performance, good standing at another college or university, or both. Elmhurst subscribes to a “need-blind” admission policy. That is, admission decisions are made independently from considerations of financial need. We encourage campus visits and admission interviews. Because the College has a long tradition of careful management of financial resources, we provide our students with outstanding educational facilities while maintaining a competitive tuition level. The College recognizes that the cost of a college education is often greater than a family’s resources, and assists students through various financial aid programs. These include merit scholarships, and needbased grants, loans, and student employment. In the fall of 2014, approximately 96 percent of all students received some form of financial assistance. Non-Discrimination and Non-Harassment Policy It is the policy of Elmhurst College (the College) to afford equal opportunity to and not discriminate against students, employees and applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status or other protected status as those terms are defined by applicable federal, state and local law. The College acts in compliance with the requirements of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (“Title IX”). Title IX is a federal law that prohibits sex discrimination in federally funded education programs and activities. It, in part, states, “No person 11

Admission, Financial Aid and Fees Freshman Admission tudents may apply for admission to Elmhurst College to begin study in either the Fall Term or the Spring Term. Admission decisions are based on review of a student’s academic record and supporting credentials, with emphasis given to the most recent or current educational experiences. All applicants are evaluated without regard to race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Personal interviews with an admission counselor are strongly encouraged and easily arranged. Elmhurst is a member of the Illinois and National Associations for College Admission Counseling and subscribes in its admission and financial aid programs to standards of practice and ethics endorsed by these organizations. To receive an application for traditional undergraduate freshman or transfer admission or to schedule a campus visit, please contact: Office of Admission Elmhurst College 190 Prospect Avenue Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-3296 (630) 617-3400 or (800) 697-1871 admit@elmhurst.edu Applications may also be submitted electronically by visiting the College’s web site at www.elmhurst.edu. S Qualified applicants should show evidence of their ability to successfully complete collegelevel work, based on secondary-school performance. Preference is given to students who have completed 16 academic units, including a minimum of three units of English; two units each of mathematics, laboratory science and social studies; and seven additional units in these or other college-preparatory subjects. Study of a foreign language is strongly recommended but not required for admission. Freshman applicants should: Submit a completed application for admission; Request that an official secondary-school transcript be forwarded to the Office of Admission (a final transcript following the completion of all studies is required prior to beginning enrollment); and Submit official results from either the ACT or the SAT to the Office of Admission. Scores included on official secondaryschool transcripts are acceptable. (International students should refer to additional requirements on page 14). Admission Without a Secondary-School Diploma: Students who have not completed diploma requirements may submit the results of the General Education Development 12

Admission, Financial Aid and Fees (GED) Test in place of the secondary-school transcript. Secondly, it introduces students to the Elmhurst Experience and the many curricular and co-curricular opportunities the College has to offer. In this way, students will be able to maximize their involvement in the institution and the wider community that encompasses it providing for a successful college experience at Elmhurst College. Senior Option Program: Elmhurst College offers high-achieving secondary-school seniors the opportunity to enroll in one full course each term of their final year. Courses selected may fulfill remaining secondary-school graduation requirements or be applied toward a bachelor’s degree at Elmhurst or elsewhere. Students interested in this program should contact the director of admission for further information about application requirements and procedures. At the discretion of the College, secondary-school juniors may also be approved to take coursework as part of the Senior Option Program. Tuition for approved students is waived up to a limit of two credits (eight semester hours) Transfer Admission Qualified applicants must provide evidence of good standing at the last college or university they attended. Transfer applicants should: Submit a completed application for admission; Request that official transcripts from each college or university attended be forwarded to the Office of Admission; Request that an official secondary-school transcript be forwarded to the Office of Admission; and Submit results from either the ACT or the SAT if they have earned fewer than 12 semester hours of credit and have been out of secondary school less than three years. Scores included on official secondaryschool transcripts are acceptable. Generally, transfer students begin at Elmhurst College without a loss of credit and can fulfill all academic requirements for their degrees within the usual time span. A credit evaluation of prior academic work is provided at the time of admission. Please refer to the Regulations and Services section in this Catalog for specific information about transfer credit policies, alternate sources of credit and academic residency requirements. First-Year Seminar All first-year students are required to enroll in a First-Year Seminar (FYS 100) course for the Fall Term. The course is designed to facilitate the first-year student’s transition from high school to college. Built on the dual foundational components of a comprehensive understanding of the liberal arts and a specific academic topic, each section will have certain common themes, activities and assignments. In addition, each of the FYS 100 courses examines a unique and specific academic topic, and is taught by a faculty member partnered with a professional staff member. The faculty member serves as the academic advisor for the entire first year. The First-Year Seminar has two main learning objectives. First, it prepares students for the academic routine, structure and expectations of Elmhurst College through the examination of what it means to undertake a liberal arts education coupled with an indepth study of a specific academic topic. Special Requirements in Selected Majors Students applying for admission with major interest in communication sciences and disorders, education, music or nursing should 13

Admission, Financial Aid and Fees refer to the specific department listing for additional admission requirements. on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or 77 on the Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB) or a 6.5 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Students not able to meet these required TOEFL scores should upgrade their English language proficiency at an ELS language center, where they must complete the certificate for ELS level 112. Upon admission to the College, a student must show financial access to cover the entire cost of the first year of study before a Form I20 will be issued. While international students may qualify for scholarships based on academic merit, need-based financial aid is not available. International Students International students should follow regular admission procedures for new freshmen or transfer students. In addition, international freshman applicants should submit both secondary-school academic records, including all grade reports (transcripts), and leaving/national examination certificates. These records must be in both the original language and certified English translation. The original language records must be official school records, sent directly to Elmhurst College by the school, and must bear the official stamp or seal of the school. Certified copies, sent by the school and bearing the stamp or seal of the school, are acceptable. International transfer applicants should submit transcripts from all colleges or universities attended or currently attending. These records must be in both the original language and certified English translation. The records must be official school reports, sent directly to Elmhurst College by the school, and must bear the official stamp or seal of the school. Certified copies, sent by the school and bearing the stamp or seal of the school, are acceptable. A syllabus for each course taken may also be required for transfer credit to be awarded. International students seeking a major in communication sciences and disorders, education or nursing must provide official course-by-course evaluations of their transcript(s). Official evaluations can be obtained through World Education Services at www.wes.org or Educational Credential Evaluators at www.ece.org. P

Catalog 2015-2016 190 Prospect Avenue, Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-3296 (630) 617-3500. 3 Table of Co ntents Academic Calendar 4 Elmhurst College: An Introduction 6 Admission, Financial Aid and Fees 12 Academic Overview 21 .