GENERAL INFORMATION Chestnut Hill College endeavors to present an accurate overview of its curricular and co-curricular programs, facilities and fees in this publication. The information contained herein is current as of July 1, 2009. As growth and changes are inevitable, Chestnut Hill College reserves the right to alter regulations, programs, fees, or provisions described in this publication without notice or obligation. Failure to read this catalog and other sources of regulations governing academics and student life at Chestnut Hill College does not excuse the student from the requirements and regulations discussed herein. In all of its policies and operations, the College complies with applicable federal and state laws. ACCREDITATION AND MEMBERSHIPS Chestnut Hill College holds institutional accreditation by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104. Institutional accreditation does not imply specialized accreditation of the programs offered. The College holds membership in the Association of American Colleges, the American Council on Education, the National Catholic Education Association, the American Association of University Women, the Council of Independent Colleges, the College Entrance Board, and numerous other education groups and learned societies. The College belongs to the Southeastern Pennsylvania Consortium for Higher Education (SEPCHE), a group of eight independent higher education institutions in the Greater Philadelphia region. The members of SEPCHE engage in collaborative approaches to the challenges of higher education and work together to promote quality and efficiency of academic programming, student access, and community outreach through sharing a range of activities, services, technology and information. Chestnut Hill College is authorized by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to offer graduate programs and to confer the Doctor of Clinical Psychology, and Master of Arts, Master of Education, and Master of Science degrees in disciplines defined in this catalog. The Doctoral program in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) is accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA). For general information about APA accreditation or specific information on the accreditation status of Chestnut Hill College, please contact: Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation, American Psychological Association, 750 First Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002-4242 or 202-336-5979. The Instructional I/II, Specialist, and Principal certification programs offered through the Education Department are approved by the Pennsylvania Chestnut Hill College School of Graduate Studies 2009-2010 Catalog 1 Department of Education. The Montessori certification program is accredited by the American Montessori Society. NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT Chestnut Hill College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, or disability in any admissions, education program, activities or employment practices. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Chestnut Hill College School of Graduate Studies 2009-2010 Catalog 2 SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2009-2010 FALL TERM 2009 Late Fee for Fall Applies August 17 Classes Begin August 31-Sept 4 Holiday-Labor Day September 7 Last Day to Add/Drop September 11 Request for December Graduation October 1 Last Day to Withdraw October 9 Fall Break October 12-16 Spring Registration Begins November 2 Thanksgiving Break November 24-27 Classes End December 7-11 Infra-session December 14-18 Grades Due December 15 SPRING TERM 2010 Late Fee for Spring Applies December 14 Classes Begin Early I January 4-8 Classes Begin Late II January 11-15 Last Day to Add/Drop January 12 Last Day to Withdraw February 19 Request for May Graduation February 15 Summer Registration Begins March 22 Spring Break March 8-12 Infra-session March 8-12 Holiday-Easter March 31-Apr 6 Late Fee for Summer Applies April 16 Classes End Early I April 12-16 Classes End Late II April 19-23 Grades Due April 27 Commencement May 15 Spring Program Notes: Psychology follows the Early (I) Schedule. Administration of Human Services (AHS) follows an accelerated format. Please refer to catalog section for AHS for specific dates. All other programs follow the Late (II) schedule. SUMMER TERM 2010 Classes I and II Begin May 3-7 Holiday—No Classes May 31 Summer I Classes End June 7-11 Summer III Classes Begin June 21-25 Request for August Graduation July 1 Fall registration begins July 12 Summer II Classes End July 19-23 Summer III Classes End July 26-30 Chestnut Hill College School of Graduate Studies 2009-2010 Catalog 3 CHESTNUT HILL COLLEGE MISSION THE MISSION OF CHESTNUT HILL COLLEGE IS TO PROVIDE STUDENTS WITH HOLISTIC EDUCATION IN AN INCLUSIVE CATHOLIC COMMUNITY MARKED BY ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE, SHARED RESPONSIBILITY, PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL GROWTH, SERVICE TO ONE ANOTHER AND TO THE GLOBAL COMMUNITY, AND CONCERN FOR THE EARTH. Chestnut Hill College, founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph in 1924, is an independent, Catholic institution that fosters equality through education. Faithful to its strong liberal arts tradition, Chestnut Hill College offers academic programs of excellence in the areas of undergraduate, graduate, and continuing studies. True to its Catholic heritage, Chestnut Hill College espouses the beliefs and values inherent in the Judeo-Christian tradition while it respects the contributions made by other faith traditions in the development of the whole person. The College nurtures a sense of integrity, spirituality, and social justice in all. The College community dedicates itself to four purposes in fulfilling this mission. It seeks: • to provide avenues for students to achieve academic excellence and to pursue research in their major field or in interdisciplinary studies. The College encourages students to explore and experience diverse curricula and to participate in exchange programs with other institutions of higher education. • to initiate links between the world of learning and the world of work through curricular planning, technological opportunities, and career preparation. The College guides students in applying theoretical learning through experiential education designed collaboratively by faculty and students. • to uphold an atmosphere of communal respect in which all may clarify and articulate personal values and beliefs while exploring the ethical and moral dimensions underlying all relationships. The College encourages inter-faith opportunities by acquainting all students with Catholicism, its theology and its Judeo-Christian roots, and by engaging in dialogue with women and men of other beliefs. • to create local and global connections that enable students to respond to the needs of others through service-oriented enterprises. The College educates students to identify and to address issues of social justice and to work toward systemic change. Approved by the Chestnut Hill College Board of Directors: October 7, 2002. Chestnut Hill College School of Graduate Studies 2009-2010 Catalog 4 SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES MISSION AND PHILOSOPHY: As part of the Chestnut Hill College community, the mission of the School of Graduate Studies is to provide students with holistic education in an inclusive catholic community marked by academic excellence, shared responsibility, personal and professional growth, service to one another and to the global community, and concern for the earth. The School of Graduate Studies dedicates itself to nine values in fulfilling this mission. We value: • Personal and professional growth throughout the community • Academic excellence • Ethical principles • Catholic intellectual tradition, history, and legacy • Spirituality • Service • Concern for the earth • Holistic pursuit of truth, integrity, and justice • Inclusive community The School of Graduate Studies welcomes women and men of all backgrounds into its graduate programs and into a dialogue informed by the principles of lifelong learning. The faculty provides graduate students the opportunity to acquire advanced knowledge and professional skills in order to meet today’s career challenges. The programs within the School of Graduate Studies prepare adult students for professions in administration of human services, instructional technology, counseling psychology, education, holistic spirituality, spiritual direction and clinical psychology. The aim of these programs is to graduate professionals who will be skilled, ethical, knowledgeable and confident practitioners. Each program in the School of Graduate Studies provides opportunities for students to: • Embrace and utilize ethical principles that conform to the highest standards of integrity • Examine and address attitudes and issues of inequality in relation to gender and culture • Nurture and respond to the spiritual dimensions of life • Engage the dynamics of an ever-changing world • Acquire increased knowledge about theoretical and practical issues in their fields • Critically examine and produce scholarly research • Demonstrate leadership skills in their professions • Contribute to their specific field Chestnut Hill College School of Graduate Studies 2009-2010 Catalog 5 CHESTNUT HILL COLLEGE TELEPHONE DIRECTORY Chestnut Hill College - Main Number………………………………. 215-248-7000 School of Graduate Studies Office…………………………………. 215-248-7170 FAX Number – School of Graduate Studies Office …………… 215-248-7161 Assistant to the Dean, School of Graduate Studies …………… 215-248-7171 Academic Resource/Writing Center ………. ……………………. 215-248-7114 Bookstore ……………………………………………………..…….. 215-248-7150 Career Services ……………………………………………... 215-248-7109 Director for Mission and Ministry ………………………….……… 215-248-7031 Computer Center ……………………………………. …. 215- 248-7165 Counseling Center ……………………………………………….. 215-248-7104 Financial Aid Office ……………………………………………… 215-248-7101 International Student Advisor ………………………………….. 215-248-7166 School of Graduate Studies …………………………………….. 215-248-7170 Director of Admissions, SGS ……………………………………. 215-248-7020 Graduate Associate Registrar ………………………………… 215-248-7018 Health Services …………………………………………………. 215-248-7111 Logue Library ………………………………………………….. 215-248-7052 Security/Parking Permits ………………………..…………. …. 215-248-7777 Student Financial Services ………………………………….. 215-248-7116 Graduate Departments Instructional Technology, Coordinator ………………………… 215-248-7008 Administration of Human Services …………………………….. 215-248-7172 Education Department, Graduate Chair ……………………… 215-248-7127 Administrative Assistant, Education …………………………… 215-248-7126 Holistic Spirituality, Graduate Chair ……………………………… 215-248-7044 Professional Psychology, Graduate Chair ………………………. 215-248-7162 Assistant to the Chair, Dept of Professional Psychology ………… 215-248-7077 CHC at De SALES University Graduate Counseling Psychology Program at De Sales University… 610-282-0397 FAX Number CHC @ De Sales University ………………. ……….. 610-282-1161 Chestnut Hill College School of Graduate Studies 2009-2010 Catalog 6 CHESTNUT HILL COLLEGE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT PRESIDENT Carol Jean Vale, SSJ, PhD Executive Assistant to the President Regina Bernhardt, AS Assistant t o the President for Administration and Special Projects Kathryn Miller, SSJ, PhD Assistant t o the President for Mission and Ministry Mary Darrah, SSJ, MA Directo r of Campus Ministry Mindy Welding, IHM, MA Chapla in Rev. Raymond Tribuiani, MDiv Assista nt Chaplain Rev. Richard Malloy, SJ, PhD OFFICE OF ACADEMIC AFFAIRS VICE PRESIDENT FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS and DEAN OF THE FACULTY Kenneth J. Soprano, PhD Executive Assistant to the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the Faculty Donna T. Smith, AS Dean for College Enrollment Director of Technology for College Enrollment and Financial Aid Jodie King, MS Director of Admissions, School of Undergraduate Studies Brian O’Neill, BS Directo r of Admissions, School of Continuing and Professional Studies Mark Osborn, MBA Directo r of Admissions, School of Graduate Studies Mary Esther Lee, SSJ, MA Directo r of Admissions, Doctor of Psychology Jayne Mashett, BA Directo r of International Student Services Mary Steinmetz, MA Dean of th e School of Undergraduate Studies James McLaughlin, MS Assistant to the Dean of the School of Undergraduate Studies Cecelia J. Cavanaugh, SSJ, PhD Administrative Assistant to the Dean of the School of Kathleen Letts, SSJ, MS, MA Undergraduate Studies Brigid Bink, BS Director of Academic Advising Gale Carlin, MS Director, Action for Advancement Program Robert L. Spratt IV, MEd Director of Music Kathleen McCloskey, SSJ, MEd Director of Student Learning Services Robert L. Spratt IV, MEd Department Chairs Cha ir of Religious Studies Marie Conn, PhD Cha ir of History and Political Science Lorraine Coons, PhD Cha ir of Education Carol Pate, PhD Cha ir of Sociology, Human Services and Criminal Justice Nancy DeCesare, IHM, PhD Cha ir of Business Administration John Gerace, PhD Cha ir of Foreign Language Mary Helen Kashuba, SSJ, DML Chair of Physical Education Janice Kuklick, MEd Chair of Biology Joseph Kulkosky, PhD Chair of English Barbara Lonnquist, PhD Chair of Music and Art Kathleen McCloskey, SSJ, MMEd Chair of Computer Science and Information Technology Lisa Olivieri, SSJ, PhD Coordinator of Undergraduate Education Margery Covello, EdD Coordinator Physics and Interdisciplinary Honors Program Kathleen Duffy, SSJ, PhD Coo rdinator of Psychology Meredith Kneavel, PhD Coo rdinator of Communication Kimberly Leahy, PhD Coo rdinator of Writing Program Keely McCarthy, PhD Coo rdinator of Chemistry Sheldon Miller, PhD Coo rdinator of Global Studies Jacqueline Reich, PhD Coordinator of Mathematics Merilyn Ryan, SSJ, PhD Chestnut Hill College School of Graduate Studies 2009-2010 Catalog 7 OFFICE OF ACADEMIC AFFAIRS (continued) Dean of the School of Continuing and Professional Studies Elaine R. Green, EdD Director of ACCELERATED Programs Walter Childs, MBA Dean for Library and Information Resources Mary Josephine Larkin, SSJ, MS Registrar Deborah Ebbert, MA Associa te Registrar, School of Graduate Studies Ann McAdams, SSJ, MEd Assista nt Registrar, School of Undergraduate Studies Michael Reig, JD Assistant to the Registrar, School of Continuing & Professional Marie Scheetz Studies Assistant to the Registrar, School of Undergraduate Studies Betsy Schneider, SSJ, MEd Administrative Assistant to the Registrar Sue Harkins Director of Institutional Research Patricia O’Donnell, SSJ, PhD Director of Campus Store Robert Hughes Dean of the School of Graduate Studies Steven Guerriero, PhD Assistant to the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies Gradua te Programs MaryBeth R. O’Neill, BA Cha ir, Division of Psychology and Director of the PsyD Program Joseph A. Micucci, PhD, ABPP Cha ir, Education Carol M. Pate, EdD Cha ir, Holistic Spirituality Programs Marie A. Conn, PhD Coo rdinator, Holistic Spirituality and Spiritual Direction Practicum Carolynne Ervin, MA Coo rdinator, Administration of Human Services Barbara Hogan, PhD and Elaine R. Green, EdD Coordinator, Masters Program in Clinical & Counseling David Borsos, PhD Psychology Administrator, Clinical and Counseling Psychology at David Arena, JD, PsyD DeSales University Campus Coordinator, Instructional Technology Ralph Swan, PhD OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE and ATHLETICS VICE PRESI DENT FOR STUDENT LIFE Lynn Ortale, PhD Assistant t o the Vice President for Student Life Christina Hopely, MS Acting De an of Student Life Krista Bailey Murphy, MA Director o f Activities Kimberly Cooney, BA Assista nt Director of Activities TBD Director o f Parent and Family Relations Alma Rose Schlosser, SSJ, MM Director of Residence Life Jennifer Thorpe, MS Assistant Director of Residence Life Kerry Rusak, MS Resident Coordinator Callie Rimpfel, BA Resident Coordinator Mark Hammons, BS Resident Coordinator TBD Resident Coordinator TBD Director of Career Services Assista nt Director for Service Learning/Experiential Education Nancy Dachille, MEd Ryan P. Murphy, MS Am eriCorp VISTA MacKenzie Lovell, BA Manage r of Employer Relations Eileen Webb, BA Director o f Health Services Shannon Roberts, RN, BS Director o f the Counseling Center Sheila Kennedy, SSJ, PhD Counse lor Lisa Johnson, PsyD Counselor Sandra Bumgardner, PsyD Director of Safety and Security Robert T. Ross, BA Director of Dining Services TBD ATHLETICS Director of Athletics and Recreation Lynn Tubman, MEd Assistant Athletic Director/Compliance/SWA/Head Athletic Trainer Denise Wisniewski, MEd Assistant Athletic Director/Griffin Camp Coordinator Albert Stroble, MEd Assistant Athletic Director/Operations Jesse Balcer, BS Assistant Athletic Trainer/Fitness Center Coordinator AssistaCnhte sAtntuht lHeitlli cC oTllregaei nSechro ol of Graduate Studies 2009-2010 Catalog Erin8 Fidler, MEd Nicole Dietrich, MS Athletic Communications/Community Outreach Coordinator Greg Gornick, BS OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY VICE PRESIDENT FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY George P. McKenna, PhD and CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER Help Desk Coordinator / Administrative Assistant to the Vice President Kristen Dittrich, BA OFFICE O F FINANCIAL AFFAIRS VICE PRE SIDENT FOR FINANCIAL AFFAIRS Lauri Strimkovsky, MBA Assistan t to the Vice President for Financial Affairs Kathleen Bonawitz, SSJ, MA Control ler Michael Gavanus, MBA Mana ger of Student Accounts Bernadette Smith Director of Human Resources Michele Mocarsky, BA, PHR Director of Financial Aid Nicholas Flocco, MBA Asso ciate Director of Financial Aid Kristina Wilhelm-Nelson, MS Associate Director of Financial Aid Melissa Dunn, MS Director of Facilities Mark McGrath Aramark Director of Physical Plant Brian Canella OFFICE O F INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT VICE PRE SIDENT FOR INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT Kenneth M. Hicks, MBA Executiv e Assistant to the Vice President for Institutional Advancement Barbara Reiter, MS Director of Advancement Services Joseph A. Martino, MA Director of Alumni Relations Patricia M. Canning, MA Director of Development Catherine E. Quinn, MA Director of Planned Giving Mary Theresa Shevland, SSJ, MA Director of Communications Kathleen M. Spigelmyer, BS Chestnut Hill College School of Graduate Studies 2009-2010 Catalog 9 ADMISSIONS Director: Jayne F. Mashett Admissions Counselor: Andrew McCarthy [email protected] or 215-248-7193 Graduate Office: [email protected] or 215.248.7170 These admissions policies apply to the following programs: Master’s Degrees, Graduate Certificates, Certifications, and Post-Master’s Certificates. For Psy.D. admissions information, Section Academic Programs: Psychology. ADMISSION GUIDELINES The School of Graduate Studies maintains a rolling admissions process. To allow adequate time for registration, guidelines for submission of application materials are as follows: Fall Term, July 1; Spring Term, November 1; Summer Term, April 1. Extensions may be granted on an individual basis by contacting the Graduate Admissions Director or Counselor. ADMISSION PROCESS • INITIAL CONTACT with a member of the Graduate Office Staff who will respond to emails, phone calls, or walk-ins and provide the prospective student with application materials, program information, and answers to general questions. • CONSULTATION/INTERVIEW with a member of the Graduate Admissions Staff who explains the application process. This step, or attendance at an Information Session, is strongly recommended, but optional. • SUBMISSION OF MATERIALS AND REQUIRED CRITERIA (NOTE: Submitted materials become property of Chestnut Hill College) The following materials and criteria are the basis for evaluating the qualifications of applicants to the School of Graduate Studies: 1. Application form with fee (see online course guide or website for current fees) 2. Official transcripts of all previous college and university study 3. Three letters of recommendation Sources should be academic and professional; letters written by family or friends are not acceptable. 4. Professional Goals Essay A substantive academic essay of 400-600 words (typed and double- spaced), which adheres to the instructions listed below: Explain academic and professional goals in relationship to life experiences and career plans. Describe the specific reasons the Chestnut Hill College program for which you are applying meets your goals and needs. Include your name, program of interest, and date on your essay. Both a writing specialist and department chair or coordinator will grade your essay on proficiency and writing style (overall writing ability, motivation, grammar, mechanics, punctuation, structure, punctuation, logic, development, etc) and content (goals’ compatibility with CHC program, coherence, and Chestnut Hill College School of Graduate Studies 2009-2010 Catalog 10