^1% usquehanna University r Generai For Wl-92 ! 1 — — Fr jys sr si. mealions Si^miincl WirisSchoolofBusiness KvjassF^sssesj^r^ . Susquehanna in Brief Academic Structure: Undergraduate university comprises three schools: School of Arts and Sciences, School ofFine Arts and Communications, Sigmund Weis School ofBusiness; offering BachelorofArts, BachelorofMusic, BachelorofScience(Bio- chemistry, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Elementary Education, and Physics). Founded: 1858. Enrollment: Approximately 1,400(almostequallydivided betweenmenand women). Location: Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania, on the Susquehanna River 50 miles north of Harrisburg and within 200 miles of New York City, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Washington, D.C. Affiliation: Lutheran. Calendar: Two semesters; 4-4calendar. Student-Faculty Ratio: 14to 1. AverageClassSize: 25 Admission: Competitive. Students are urged to apply as early as possible in the senior year, preferably by March 15. Regular notification begins January 15. The Early Decision deadline is December 15, with notification on a rolling basis. CampusVisitand Personal Interview: Strongly recommended, andespeciallyimpor- tant for Early Decision and transferapplicants. Costs for 1991-92: Tuition and fees, $13,950; room and board, $4,030. Financial Aid: Everyattemptis madetoaward scholarshipand/orneed-based finan- cial aid to talented and deserving students offered admission. More than half the students receive financial assistance from a combination of sources, including Uni- versity scholarships, grants, loans, and campus employment. HonorsProgram:Competitivefour-yearinterdisciplinaryprogramaffiliatedwiththe National Collegiate Honors Council. Preprofessional Programs: Dentistry, Law, Medicine, Ministry, Teaching, Veterinary Medicine. Cooperative Programs: Engineering, Forestry, Allied Health. CareerDevelopment and Placement: Acomprehensive four-yearprogram todevelop career goals andjob-seeking skills. Placement Record: An average 90 percent ofthe graduating class is placed within a year; 15 percent enter graduate or professional study immediately aftergraduation. International Study Programs: England, Germany, France, Denmark, Japan, West Africa, and more. Urban Study Programs: Washington, Philadelphia, and New York. Campus Life: Morethan 60 student organizations and 18 varsity sports for men and women. Nationally recognized public service project system. General Catalog for 1991-92 School of Arts and Sciences School ofFine Arts and Communications Sigmund Weis School of Business The OneHundred Thirty-Fourth Academic Year Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania 17870-1001 Nondiscrimination Policy: Susquehanna University does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, or handicap in its educa- tional programs, admissions practices, scholarship and loan programs, athletics, other school-administered activities, or employment practices. This is in compliance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the EducationAmendmentsof 1972, Section 504ofthe RehabilitationAct of 1973, regu- lations of the Internal Revenue Service, and all other applicable federal, state, and local statutes, ordinances, and regulations. Compliance inquiries may be directed to Dr. Philip Winger, Assistant to the President, Susquehanna University, Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania 17870-1001, 717/372-4426; or to the Director of the Department of Education, Washington, D.C. Accreditation: Susquehanna is fully accredited by appropriate state and regional accrediting organizations, including the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, thePennsylvaniaState DepartmentofEducation, andthe BoardofRegents oftheUniversityoftheStateofNew York. Education Programsare approved bythe American Association ofColleges forTeacher Education. The Music Department is accredited by the National Association ofthe Schools of Music, and the Chemistry Department is accredited by the American Chemical Society. The accounting pro- gram is registered with the University of the State of New York; its graduates are eligible to sit for the New York State licensure examination in Certified Public Accounting. Susquehanna is also a member of the Association of American Colleges, the American Council on Education, The American Council of Learned Societies, and the Lutheran Educational Conference ofNorth America. Catalog Information: This catalog is not to be considered an offer to enter into a contract or a contractual agreement between the University and the student or be- tween the professor and the student. While frequent changes are not probable, the administration reserves the right to make any changes it deems necessary and ac- knowledges that under certain circumstances special activities of the University or part ofthe University community might impinge upon the normal academic sched- ule. All students are responsible for adherence to the University's rules, regulations, and procedures, whether published in this catalog, the Student Handbook, or other official media. Susquehanna University Bulletin (USPS 530-060) is published quarterly by Susque- hanna University, Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania 17870-1001. Second-class postage paid at Selinsgrove, PA. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Susquehanna Univer- sityBulletin, Susquehanna University, Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania 17870-1001. Series 87, Number 1 MARCH 1991 Table of Contents i Purposes and Objectives 3 2 University Calendar 5 3 Introduction to Susquehanna 4 Student Services and Campus Life 11 5 Admission to Susquehanna 18 6 Financial Aid 25 7 Costs 30 8 Academic Programs and Career Preparation 35 9 Academic Regulations 49 10 Programs of Study 59 School of Arts and Sciences 62 School of Fine Arts and Communications 130 Sigmund Weis School of Business 154 General Studies 167 11: Endowment Funds 181 12: Directories 199 Susquehanna in Brief Inside Front Cover Nondiscrimination Policy ii Accreditation ii Catalog Information ii Index 232 Map of Campus 241 Correspondence and Telephone Directory .Inside Back Cover . . Purposes and Objectives 1: Susquehanna Universityisaselective, residential undergraduateuniversitywhich is committed to providing studentswith the meansto achieve their full potential for academic achievement, leadership, and service to others. Susquehanna is distin- guished by its richcurricular diversity and itsactive student life. The principles on which Susquehanna University is based are: 1. Thisnationandtheworld needadultswhoareliberallyeducated, whoarecapa- ble ofcontinuing personal growth and have the flexibility to adjust to change, who havea solid senseofpersonalvaluesand commitment to servicetoothers, and whoare prepared to begin successful careers; 2. One ofthebest ways possible for young peopletoachievetheir full potential is to be involved intensely in the academic and residential life of a lively and de- manding undergraduate university; 3. Dedicated, able faculty are the strongest possible catalyst for empowering young men and women for productiveand reflective lives; and 4. The process ofeducation for individual accomplishment and service to others requires students with ability, and more importantly, students with motivation and discipline. Susquehanna University's mission, then, is to be a respected community ofteach- ersand learnersinwhichablestudentsarepreparedwell forproductiveandreflective lives. Thiscommunityofinquiryiscommittedtoprovidingastrongliberaleducation for each student with particular emphasis on the development of personal values, understanding ofhumankind's heritage, and awareness ofour global opportunities. The University seeks to provide extensive opportunities for involvement and leader- ship in University life and in service to others, and to prepare its students with the skills and connections needed toenterand succeedin rewardingcareers. TheUniver- sity provides flexible, diverse, and well-regarded undergraduatecurricula in the Arts and Sciences, Business, and Fine Artsand Communications. The University's origins are reflected in the words of its seal: "Ad Gloriam Maiorem Dei." Susquehanna is strengthened by its relationship to the Lutheran Church, andthereisrespect here forthevaluesand beliefsofthe Lutheran tradition. However, this tradition is a diverse and accepting one: individuals of all religious backgroundsandthosewith noreligiouscommitmentsarewelcomed. Thefreeexplo- ration ofideas and values is central to Susquehanna University's mission. Susquehanna University 1: Purposes and Objectives 3 2: University Calendar Fall Semester 1991 Aug. 22 Thursday Orientation begins, Opening Convocation Aug. 25 Sunday Check-in and registration confirmation Aug. 26 Monday Classes begin, 8 a.m. Sept. 3 Tuesday Coursedrop/add ends Sept. 4 Wednesday Withdrawal deadline for 7-week courses Sept. 13 Friday Withdrawal deadline for 14-week courses Oct. 4 Friday Withdrawal deadline for 14-week courses (new freshmen only) Oct. 4, 5 Friday- Homecoming, Volunteer Leadership Saturday Conference Oct. 14, 15 Monday- Midterm examinations Tuesday Oct. 15 Tuesday Midtermrecessbegins, 4:05 p.m. Oct. 21 Monday Midterm recessends, 8 a.m. Nov. 1, 2 Friday- Parents Weekend Saturday Nov. 26 Tuesday Thanksgiving recess begins, 4:05 p.m. Dec. 2 Monday Thanksgiving recessends, 8 a.m. Dec. 11 Wednesday Classesend, 4:05 p.m. Dec. 12 Thursday Reading Day Dec. 13 Friday Finalexaminations begin Dec. 17 Tuesday Final examinationsend Spring Semester 1992 Jan. 15 Wednesday Check-in and registration confirmation Jan. 16 Thursday Classes begin, 8 a.m. Jan. 24 Friday Coursedrop/add ends Jan. 27 Monday Withdrawal deadline for7-week courses Feb. 5 Wednesday Withdrawal deadline for 14-week courses March 5, 6 Thursday- Midtermexaminations Friday March 6 Friday Spring recess begins, 4:05 p.m. March 16 Monday Spring recessends, 8 a.m. April 16 Thursday Easter recess begins, 4:05 p.m. April 21 Tuesday Easter recess ends, 8 a.m. May 5 Tuesday Classesend, 4:05 p.m. May6 Wednesday Reading Day May 7 Thursday Final examinations begin May 12 Tuesday Final examinationsend May 17 Sunday Baccalaureate Service Commencement Susquehanna University 2: UniversityCalendar 5 AN - **:>%< •••^1. 4, I fe 4H| %.-. 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