Degree Programs Schedule of Classes by School of Professional & Continuing Studies

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Who is the workforce of tomorrow? Mostly it’s the workforce of today. In today’s economic climate, postponed retirements, layoffs and job losses have resulted in more frequent job and careers changes, making an investment in your education more important than ever. Finish your bachelor’s degree. Pursue a master’s degree. Enjoy the convenience of evening classes. Take advantage of small class sizes and personal one-on-one attention. Have access to outstanding academic resources and incredible facilities. And do it all on the amazing campus of one of the top private universities in the country. Refuel your future. Return to school at the University of Richmond’s School of Professional and Continuing Studies. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information presented in this Schedule of Classes. However, all classes, instructor designations, locations and fees are subject to change or deletion without notice. Therefore, the provisions of this publication are not to be regarded as an irrevocable contract between the University of Richmond and the student. Comments and course suggestions are welcome. Please call 804-289-8133 or e-mail spcs@richmond.edu. The security of all members of the campus community is of vital concern to the University of Richmond. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the law enforcement authority of the University Police, policies concerning the reporting of any crimes which may occur on campus, and crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be requested from the University of Richmond Police Department, Box 296, University of Richmond, VA 23173 or accessed at police.richmond.edu/reporting.

School of Professional and Continuing Studies students are serious about what they do. They have goals in mind and unbelievable drive to achieve them.

Howard Lee, ’07 Paralegal Studies

Did You Know?

New Student Orientation takes place on January 4, 2012. See page 26 for details.

INTRODUCTION

Contents  New

and Interesting

10 Professional Development for Educators. We offer a variety of in-class and online graduate-level courses to support beginning and career teachers and administrators. Our professional development courses are offered at reduced tuition rates with convenient times and locations. We’re now offering a new add-on endorsement in Gifted Education. 24 SPCS Breakfast Forum. Join us for our monthly networking series for current students and alumni. Offered in partnership with the SCS Student Government Association and the SCS Alumni Association, these forums are free. Space is limited, so reservations are required. 26 New Student Orientation. Learn more about the great resources available to Richmond students at our New Student Orientation. 27 Master of Liberal Arts. Looking for a graduate degree that will let you build a focus that is applicable to your personal and professional goals? See if the MLA is right for you. 31 Changes to Academic Advising Staff. We’ve recently expanded our advising staff. As a result, students are now assigned to an advisor based on their major. 33 Considering Graduate Studies? We offer a variety of graduate programs for working adults.

 Getting

4 About SPCS

Started

38 Online Registration Instructions

Quick reminders for continuing students regarding registration.

Step-by-step instructions on how to register using BannerWeb, our online registration system.

General Information for new students. Learn more about our degrees, flexible ways to earn credit, admissions procedures and student resources.

39 Applications

34 Additional Information

A variety of other helpful information on a variety of topics including financial aid, adding and dropping classes, and making tuition payments.  Classes

8 Class Schedule

Classes are listed alphabetically by subject and provide a quick glance at all the course details including CRN, day, time and instructor. Detailed course descriptions and registration notes are listed following the course details.  Registration

9 Activate Your Net ID

Instructions for activating your Net ID. Important for all students and especially important for students enrolling in online or hybrid classes.

Ready to enroll? Here’s where you’ll find our undergraduate and graduate applications.

Welcome to the School of Professional and Continuing Studies and the University of Richmond! The School of Professional and Continuing Studies is committed to providing a world-class educational experience for adult students. With flexible evening, weekend and online classes, you’ll have access to the latest technology, stellar facilities and incomparable academic resources. And with an average class size of 15, you’ll experience the intimacy of a small college with exceptional academic and cultural opportunities found only at larger institutions. There are no graduate student instructors, no crowded lecture halls and no students treated as numbers. Instead, our faculty are passionate about teaching and our staff are committed to providing the support you need to succeed as a student at the University of Richmond. SPCS offers a variety of degree options including master’s, bachelor’s and associate’s degrees, as well as certificates and graduate certificates, in areas ranging from the liberal arts, education, paralegal studies and information systems to emergency services and human resource management.

 SPCS Contacts Dean James L. Narduzzi, Ph.D.

289-8135

Senior Associate Dean Patricia Johnson Brown, Ed.D.

289-8136

Associate Deans Ned Swartz, Ed.D. David Kitchen, Ph.D.

Our goal is to serve students just like you, who expect more from their education. Join us and see for yourself.

287-6338 289-8382

Sincerely,

Director of Enrollment Management and Student Serivces John Zinn

287-6378

Student Advisors Caroline Bear John Butt Lois Willis

287-1291 289-8137 287-6378

James L. Narduzzi, Ph.D. Dean

22 Calendar

Important dates to remember for the spring semester. Please review your schedule on BannerWeb before classes begin to verify class location.

SPRING 2012 SCHEDULE OF CLASSES

Getting Started UR Students Not Attending During the Prior Semester In order to register for classes, you must first be reactivated for the upcoming term. Call the School of Professional and Continuing Studies at 287-6572 to have your student status reactivated. You should also provide current address, phone and employment information at this time. Once you have been reactivated, you’ll be mailed your University ID. Once you receive your University ID, you may register for classes through BannerWeb. If you already know your University ID, you may register after you’ve been reactivated.

Continuing University of Richmond Students If you attended the University of Richmond during the previous term, you do not need to contact the School of Professional and Continuing Studies prior to registering for the upcoming term, unless you have moved or changed employment. Simply access BannerWeb online at: bannerweb.richmond.edu Please note that you will need your University ID and PIN. If you do not know your University ID, you can contact the School of Professional and Continuing Studies and request that your ID be mailed to you. Please allow 3-4 business days.

Students Who Have Not Attended UR in the Last Year If it has been one year since you last attended, you must reapply using the Undergraduate Application/New Student Information Form on page 39. As with new students, you’ll receive your University ID by mail: • It will take about three working days to process your New Student Information Form, activate your student record and create your University ID. • You’ll receive your University ID by mail 2-3 days after your student record is activated.

• Because of confidentiality, we cannot give out your University ID over the phone. Please keep a copy of your University ID for your records.

Advising and Program Planning An academic advisor will help you plan a degree suited to your needs. You are urged to use this service since information about programs and University regulations is important to your academic success. To make an appointment with an advisor, call 289-8133.

Payment Options Cash or Check. Students may pay for classes by cash or check in person at the Bursar’s Office in Sarah Brunet Hall. Make checks payable to University of Richmond.

Registration for the spring semester begins Tuesday, November 8, 2011, and ends Sunday, January 8, 2012. Late registration is in effect January 9-13, 2012. BannerWeb, the University’s online registration system, is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with the exception of 5 p.m. Friday through 6 a.m. Saturday.

Credit Card/E-Check. Students can pay their student account balance online by visiting BannerWeb (bannerweb.richmond.edu) and clicking on Student Services/Payment of Tuition and Fees/Payment of Tuition and Fees. Students can pay by credit card using MasterCard, American Express, or Discover or by e-check. Unfortunately, Visa is not accepted. There is a fee for paying by credit card. If you have a hold on your account, the hold will not be released until the next business day. If you have any questions, please call Student Accounts at 289-8147 or toll free at 866241-8893.

Classes with insufficient enrollment may be canceled starting December 12, 2011, so register early.

Tuition payment is due by the end of the first week of term, whether a student receives a bill or not.

From time to time, the system may go down without prior notice because of technical problems. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your cooperation.

No credit is given for a term’s work nor a degree conferred until all charges have been satisfactorily settled. Failure to make satisfactory financial arrangements can result in delay of graduation, denial of registration privileges, removal from classes, withholding of transcripts and/or referral to a collection agency or attorney.

Registration Information

Students must have a University ID to register. New students should complete an application. The Undergraduate Application/Student Information Form can be found on page 39. The Graduate Application is on page 41.

Using This Schedule This schedule is arranged alphabetically by subject area. Class details are listed first. Course descriptions and special registration notes follow the class details.

If the University deems it necessary to engage the services of a collection agency or attorney to collect or to settle any dispute in connection with an unpaid balance on a student account, the student will be liable for all collection agency and/or attorney’s fees, reasonable expenses and costs incurred. Accounts referred to a collection agency are reported to a credit bureau(s).

Locations Please review your schedule on BannerWeb before classes begin to verify class location.

UNIVERSITY OF RICHMOND School of Professional and Continuing Studies • spcs.richmond.edu • (804) 289-8133

GENERAL INFORMATION

The School

Information Systems

The University of Richmond School of Professional and Continuing Studies offers degree programs designed specifically for adults with small classes, flexible scheduling, a supportive atmosphere with incredible facilities and academic resources, and top-notch, unrivaled faculty.

• Bachelor of Applied Studies in Information Systems

Our average class size is just 15, giving students personal, one-on-one attention both inside the classroom and out. Our tuition is affordable–$399 per credit hour for undergraduate classes and $478 per credit hour for graduate classes– delivering one of the best educational values anywhere. Recognized as one of the nation’s leading liberal arts universities, the University of Richmond blends the intimacy of a small college with exceptional academic and cultural opportunities usually found only at larger institutions that focus solely on traditional-age students.

Degrees We offer the following degree programs. Education • Graduate Certificate in Applied Studies in Teacher Licensure Preparation • Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction • Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies • Graduate Certificate in Applied Studies in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies Emergency Management • Bachelor of Applied Studies in Emergency Services Management Human Resource Management • Master of Human Resource Management • Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management

• Bachelor of Applied Studies in IT Management • Certificate in Applied Studies in Information Systems (for individuals who have already earned a bachelor’s degree) Leadership • Certificate in Applied Studies in Leadership Liberal Arts • Master of Liberal Arts (MLA) • Bachelor of Liberal Arts • Weekend College–Accelerated Bachelor of Liberal Arts • Associate in Liberal Arts Paralegal Studies • Bachelor of Applied Studies in Paralegal Studies • Certificate in Applied Studies in Paralegal Studies (for individuals who have already earned a bachelor’s degree)

New Degrees Effective fall 2012, SPCS will transition its undergraduate degrees to bachelor of arts and bachelor of science degrees. Visit spcs.richmond.edu/degrees/prospectivestudents for more info.

Admission Requirements Undergraduate students applying to the School of Professional and Continuing Studies should have a cumulative 2.0 grade point average on all previous college work. We do not require an application fee. We do not require SAT or ACT scores or a foreign language.

Interested applicants should submit a School of Professional and Continuing Studies undergraduate application, found on our Web site. In addition, applicants should request official transcripts from all college or universities they have attended and have them mailed directly to the School of Professional and Continuing Studies. Students seeking admission to the Teacher Licensure Program should call 289-8427 for application and admissions information. Admission requirements for graduate programs vary by program. We do not have admissions deadlines; however, all transcripts must be received and evaluated before an applicant can be admitted to a degree program. We advise requesting transcripts a minimum of six weeks prior to the term in which you’d like to start the program.

Admission Procedures Undergraduate Degree-Seeking Students Students seeking admission to a certificate, associate, or bachelor degree program in the School of Professional and Continuing Studies must: • Complete the New Student Information Form/Undergraduate Application (on page 39) and mail, fax or bring to the School of Professional and Continuing Studies. • Submit transcripts from each college or university previously attended. • If you’ve never attended college, show evidence of high school graduation by submission of transcripts or the General Education Development (GED) equivalency. • If you attended University of Richmond previously, but did not attend the last semester, call 287-6572 to be reinstated. • Once your application file is complete, you should receive an admissions decision within two weeks which will include your University ID.

• Bachelor of Applied Studies in Human Resource Management

Please review your schedule on BannerWeb before classes begin to verify class location.

SPRING 2012 SCHEDULE OF CLASSES

Teacher Licensure Program Students seeking admission to the Teacher Licensure Program should call 289-8427 for application and admissions information.

Undergradute Non-DegreeSeeking Students Students desiring to take a class or classes in the School of Professional and Continuing Studies for college credit, but who are not pursuing a degree, must: • Complete the New Student Information Form (on page 39) and mail, fax, or bring to the School of Professional and Continuing Studies. If you attended previously, but did not attend last semester, call 287-6572 to be reinstated. • Select course(s) to be taken.

Graduate Students

• Submit a graduate application (page 41) and a non-refundable $50 application fee (not required for graduate certificates). • Submit transcripts from each college or university previously attended. • Admissions requirements vary by program. Log on to our Web site at scs.richmond.edu to see specific program admissions requirements. Note: A student who is not eligible to return to another college or university may not be admitted to any SCS program, even with unclassified status, until a minimum of one semester has elapsed. Official transcripts from all institutions previously attended by such a student must be filed in the Office of the Dean.

Your University ID Students must have an official University ID to register. Here’s how you’ll receive your ID: • Submit your application. • It will take about three working days to process your application, activate your student record and create your University ID. • You’ll receive your University ID by mail 2-3 days after your student record is activated. • Because of confidentiality, we cannot give out your University ID over the phone. Please keep a copy of your University ID for your records.

Flexible Ways to Earn Undergraduate Credit College Level Examination Program (CLEP)

The School of Professional and Continuing Studies awards credit based on acceptable performance on specified tests of the College Level Examination Program. Generally, a student may not attempt credit by examination for a course in which a failing grade was received or for a basic course in those areas in which acceptable college credit has been earned at a more advanced level. For information about general and subject examinations, contact the School of Professioanl and Continuing Studies.

American Council on Education (ACE)

ACE’s College Credit Recommendation Service (CREDIT) reviews and offers college-level credit recommendations for many training courses, apprenticeship programs and examination. An official ACE Credit Recommendations Transcript must be submitted directly to the School of Professional and Continuing Studies for review of the equivalency and transfer. For more information on ACE or to order a transcript contact the web site at www.acenet.edu.

Advanced Placement Program (AP)

The School of Professional and Continuing Studies participates in the Advance Placement program of the College Board. A student who successfully completed AP examinations prior to their entry in a college-level program may have official scores submitted to the University for review. Scores submitted within ten years of completion of the examination will be considered for the quivalency and transfer of credit. To order test scores contact www.ETS.org.

Independent Study

An independent study is a course taken with faculty supervision for knowledge enhancement beyond the courses offered in a particular area of interest. In rare cases, when scheduling or other conflicts exist, a regular course may be taken as an independent study. Independent study courses may be used in the Areas of Study and General Distribution and may be used to enhance courses in the major. Consult with your academic advisor before applying to earn credit by independent study.

Transfer Credit

Courses offered in transfer will be evaluated for acceptance provided the work was taken at an institution accredited as degree-granting by a recognized regional accrediting body for higher education at the time the course work is completed. A grade of or equivalent to C (2.0) or better must have been earned in the particular course. Course work accepted in transfer shall be applied to specific degree requirements subject to the discretion of the School of Professional and Continuing Studies. Transfer work will be accepted during the final semester of a program only with prior approval. CLEP exams are considered transfer credits. Additional information on our transfer policy is located in the current edition of our catalog.

Portfolio Assessment of Prior Learning

Yet another way for students to earn academic credit is by portfolio assessment of prior learning. This involves developing a learning portfolio that demonstrates college-level learning that occurred on the job or during training, through volunteer work or by other means. By preparing and submitting a learning portfolio, SPCS students can earn up to 30 credits toward a bachelor’s degree and 15 credits toward an associate’s degree. Six hours of portfolio credit may be applied toward the certificate or toward the major. Students become eligible to submit portfolios after completing 12 semester hours at the University of Richmond. Additional information on portfolio assessment of prior learning is located in the current edition of our catalog.

UNIVERSITY OF RICHMOND School of Professional and Continuing Studies • spcs.richmond.edu • (804) 289-8133

GENERAL INFORMATION

Student Resources At SPCS, you will be challenged to excel and reach your full potential. To help you succeed, the University offers a wealth of student resources to assist you in making the most of your experience.

Academic Skills Center The Academic Skills Center provides academic support to all students (i.e., undergraduate, graduate, etc.). Using a holistic approach, the Center incorporates counseling and study skills techniques. The Center offers a unique Peer Academic Skills Tutoring (PAST) program staffed with tutors who are trained to simultaneously provide tutorial assistance in a variety of disciplines and study skills. For information, call (804) 2898626 or come by the Center to schedule an appointment.

Ready Minds Ready Minds is a distance career counseling organization. Eligible students are those who: • are admitted to a pre or post-baccalaureate certificate, graduate certificate, associate, bachelor or master’s degree-seeking program, • have completed 12 semester hours at the University of Richmond and • are in good academic standing. More information about Ready Minds is available on the School of Professional and Continuing Studies website spcs.richmond.edu.

Career Development Center (CDC) SPCS students within two semesters of completing their degree program (associate or bachelor’s degree), may establish an eRecruiting account through the Career Development Center. This provides access to job listings, employer contacts, and on-campus interviews. Account activation forms are available on the CDC website cdc.richmond.edu. Students enrolled in the Teacher Licensure Program may establish an eRecruiting account as part of their teacher credential file.

The Career Development Center Resources Library, located in Room G-18, Richmond Hall contains a wide variety of books on resume writing, career paths in various fields, and interviewing skills. Hours of operation: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. SPCS students also have access to valuable resources, sample resumes, cover letters, and job search advice available online. Information about annual Career Fairs and upcoming events is also available on the website.

The Speech Center The Speech Center serves the entire University community in the pursuit of speaking proficiency. Closely associated with the Department of Rhetoric and Communication Studies, the Center is designed to support courses emphasizing speech and oral presentations across the curriculum. For information, call (804) 289-8814, visit the Center’s website speech.richmond.edu or visit the Speech Center on the fourth floor of Weinstein Hall.

The Writing Center The Writing Center provides individual tutoring in writing for undergraduate and graduate students in any course or academic discipline. SPCS students may also to use the Online Writing Lab for virtual tutorials with a Continuing Studies Specialist. For information visit the Center’s Web site at writing.richmond.edu.

Computer Labs

Libraries Resources & Services The University of Richmond Libraries provide services that suit the needs of all learners–whether on campus or hundreds of miles away. These include: • The Ask a Librarian Web page lists multiple ways to use various communication technologies to seek one-toone assistance from a reference librarian. • The library’s list of online databases provides access to nearly 200 databases selected to support the university’s curricula. • A guide to online reference sources links students to helpful free resources. • The research guides by subject are available on the library Web site and provide lists of resources, in print and online, organized by academic subject • The online catalog and the Journal Locator provide access to print and electronic resources in the libraries’ collections. • Self-help tools are available through the Library and Information Skills Tutorials page. And be sure to check out the Library’s delivery service for distance learners! As a service to SPCS Distance Education students and faculty, UR Libraries will supply library-owned materials via FedEx ground and email to eligible faculty and students in the following programs: • Weekend College • Emergency Management

In addition to a wireless campus network, more than 400 PC and Mac workstations are conveniently located in computer labs spread across campus offering students full access to the University’s high-speed network and extensive online resources.

Please review your schedule on BannerWeb before classes begin to verify class location.

SPRING 2012 SCHEDULE OF CLASSES CRN

Sec

Hrs.

Day

Time

Instructor

Cost

Banks

$200

Adult Education ADED 201U Portfolio Submission/Assessment 20016 01 0 TBD –

For students who wish to seek credit for prior learning through the Portfolio program. Prerequisite: ADED 200U Requires nonrefundable portfolio review fee. Departmental approval required.

Art ART 300U Color Photography 23445 01 3 Saturday 9:00 AM–2:30 PM

Alley

$1,197

Introduction to technical considerations and development of artistic expression with color materials. Student work discussed in context of larger aesthetic history of color photography. Focus placed on new media and electronic darkroom. Special dates: Jan 14, 28; Feb 11, 25; Mar 17, 31; Apr 12.

ART 398U

ST: Great Disasters and Their Impact in the History of the U.S.: 1861 to the Present 23446 01 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Wray Alley $1,197 Certain terrible catastrophes/disasters that America suffered in the approximately century and a half from 1861 to 2001 have had particularly strong influences on the nation. This course examines several such events, their impact, and how and why that impact took shape as it did. The role of presentation of the disasters through media, art forms, literature, and government action will be analyzed.

ART 598U

ST: Great Disasters and Their Impact in the History of the U.S.: 1861 to the Present 23434 01 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Wray/Alley $1,434

Inspiring Campus

The University of Richmond is nestled among 350 acres of hundred-year-old pines, rolling hills and inspiring architecture surrounding a 10-acre lake. No wonder it’s consistently cited by The Princeton Review as one of the most beautiful campuses in the nation. Located in the western suburbs of Richmond, the campus combines the safety of a suburban environment with easy access so commuting is very manageable for adult students. See for yourself by visiting campus and attending an upcoming Information Session for Adult Students. Check our Web site for event details.

Certain terrible catastrophes/disasters that America suffered in the approximately century and a half from 1861 to 2001 have had particularly strong influences on the nation. This course examines several such events, their impact, and how and why that impact took shape as it did. The role of presentation of the disasters through media, art forms, literature, and government action will be analyzed. MLA students only.

Art Studio ARTS 115U Art for Non-Majors: Introduction to Painting 22660 01 3 Thursday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM

Lane

$1,197

Students will explore the traditional use of oil paints and techniques through both still life and abstract painting assignments. Lectures on art history, technical demonstrations. Some previous drawing experience is suggested; it is not required.

Biology BIOL 221U Biology Ethics 23169 01 3

Thursday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM

Maurakis

$1,197

Humankind's position in and influence on ecosystems of world viewed biologically and physically.

UNIVERSITY OF RICHMOND School of Continuing Studies • scs.richmond.edu • (804) 289-8133

CLASS SCHEDULE CRN

Sec

Hrs.

Day

Time

Instructor

Cost

Culture and Language Across the Curriculum CLAC 250U Spanish: Culture and Language Across the Curriculum 23769 01H 1 Monday 4:30 PM–5:30 PM Hiller

$399

Students will be guided in their study and discussion of authentic Spanish materials relevant to materials in the primary course. Proficiency in Spanish or permission of instructor and registration in the course to which the CLAC section is connected or having taken the primary course in the past. Some exceptions might be made. Graded pass/fail In-class/online hybrid. In-class sessions: Jan 9, 16, 30; Feb 13, 27; Mar 12, 26; Apr 2, 16. Must have passed or be currently enrolled in HRM 343U or ISTY 398U.

CLAC 550U Spanish: Culture and Language Across the Curriculum 23770 01H 1 Monday 4:30 PM–5:30 PM Hiller

$478

Economics ECON 377U Principles of Economics 23771 01 3 Monday 6:30 PM–9:15 PM

Zinn

$1,197

A survey course which introduces students to the general economic principles that guide the nation's economy and influences HRM. Topics will include such things as inflation, exchange rates, consumer price index, and supply and demand. Focus will be placed on how economic variables influence such things as supply of labor, compensation, recruitment, and retention.

ECON 507U Labor Economics 23033 01H 3 Tuesday 6:30 PM–9:15 PM

Shuai

$1,434

A survey course that introduces students to the general economic principles that guide the nation's economy and influences HRM. Topics will include such things as inflation, exchange rates, consumer price index, and supply and demand. Focus will placed on how economic variables influence such things as supply of labor, compensation, recruitment, and retention. In-class/online hybrid. In-class dates: Jan 10, 24, 31; Feb 14, 28; Mar 20; Apr 3, 17.

EDUC 475U Student Teaching, Elementary (PreK-6) 20041 01 12 TBD –

Wheeler

$4,200

Direct contact with students in a classroom on a full-time basis for 15 weeks under the direction of a cooperating teacher and a University supervisor. Student assumes full teacher responsibility for all instructional periods and school activities. Graded pass/fail; however a comprehensive evaluation is completed for each student teacher. Prerequisite: Completion of all core courses Co-requisite: EDUC 485U TLP majors only.

EDUC 477U Student Teaching, Secondary (6-12) 20042 01 12 TBD –

Wheeler

$4,200

Activating Your Net ID

Prior to the first day of class, you will need to activate your University of Richmond computer account (net ID). If you are enrolling in a class which has an online component, we recommend that you activate your account as soon as possible after receiving your University ID. To activate your account please go to: wwws.richmond.edu/webpass These instructions are repeated there along with a link to the account activation web page. •At the bottom of the first page is the link for Account Activation •At the next page please click on the “continue” button. •At the next page please fill in the requested information–your University ID and your birth date (MMDDYY) and click the submit button. (At this time the system will verify you are an accepted student.) •You will then be asked to pick a password. The University password policy is at is.richmond.edu/accounts-passwords. Please read this before deciding on your password. You must enter the same password in both spaces for it to register. Then click on the “continue” button. Be sure to have a security question on file so that the Help Desk can assist you without you having to come to campus. You will be returned to a page that will include your “netid” and your University of Richmond e-mail address. Please note: We use a secure server so your personal information will be encrypted before being sent over the Internet. If you have problems with any of these processes, please contact the Help Desk at (804) 287-6400 or helpdesk@richmond.edu.

TLP majors only.

SPRING 2012 SCHEDULE OF CLASSES CRN

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Hrs.

Day

Time

EDUC 478U Student Teaching, Comprehensive (PreK-12) 20043 01 12 TBD –

Instructor

Cost

Wheeler

$4,200

EDUC 485U Student Teaching Seminar 20046 02 2 Tuesday 4:30 PM–6:30 PM 22094 03 2 Thursday 4:30 PM–6:30 PM

Wheeler Wheeler

$798 $798

This weekly seminar for student teachers provides a forum for discussion and examination of critical issues related to students' teaching responsibilities and competence. Also provides guidance in the preparation of the Teacher Work Sample. Co-requisite: EDUC 475U, 477U or 478U

Professional Development for Educators

We are excited about the schedule of classes we offer to help educators meet their continuing education requirements each semester. In addition to offering high-quality, graduate-level courses, outstanding faculty and reduced tuition, educators will find flexible options with courses offered at convenient late afternoon and evening times and on-site at several Richmond-area schools. We are also offering online courses to offer you additional flexibility. Our complete schedule is listed beginning on page 14. Our program supports beginning and career teachers and administrators by providing high quality professional education courses to: • address initial licensure requirements • satisfy licensure renewal regulations • satisfy special education conditional license prerequisites Need additional information? Please contact Dr. Patricia Amann, Outreach Program Coordinator, at pburgess@richmond.edu or (804) 484-1584.

TLP majors only.

EDUC 506U Integrated Curriculum Methods 22090 01 3 Monday 6:00 PM–8:40 PM 22092 02 3 Wednesday 4:00 PM–6:40 PM

Stohr-Hunt Stohr-Hunt

$1,434 $1,434

Comprehensive examination of curriculum, instruction, assessment and learning in pre K-6 science and social studies education. Requires 10 hours of field study in an elementary school. TLP majors only.

EDUC 510U Secondary Curriculum Methods 20048 01 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM

Lanham

$1,434

Comprehensive introduction to pedagogy to include principles of learning; application of skills in discipline and grade-specific methodology; selection and use of materials; Virginia SOLs and national curriculum standards; and evaluation of student performance. Students will complete a 10hour practicum that will include classroom observations in a secondary school, lesson plan development, and reflective analysis of the practicum experience. TLP majors only.

EDUC 517U Foundations of Teaching and Learning 20050 01 3 Monday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM 20163 02 3 Thursday 4:00 PM–6:40 PM

Gilliam Perry

$1,434 $1,434

Series of forums for discussion and examination of critical issues related to teaching profession. Topics include orientation to the profession; philosophical, political and social issues in education; child development; teaching diverse learners, and legal issues in education. Prerequisite: EDUC 506U or EDUC 510U recommended TLP majors only.

EDUC 518U Diverse Learners 20051 01 3 Tuesday 4:00 PM–6:40 PM 20052 02 3 Thursday 6:00 PM–8:40 PM

Amann Ashley

$1,434 $1,434

Designed to provide students with historical and contemporary perspectives on the critical issues, professional practices, and state and federal laws influencing the education of exceptional students; and an understanding of the characteristics and needs of children placed in the most prevalent disability categories. Prerequisite: EDUC 506U or EDUC 510U recommended TLP majors only.

UNIVERSITY OF RICHMOND School of Professional and Continuing Studies • spcs.richmond.edu • (804) 289-8133

CLASS SCHEDULE CRN

Sec

Hrs.

Day

Time

Instructor

EDUC 524U The Teaching of Reading: Part I - Learning To Read 20053 01 3 Wednesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Milby

Cost

$1,434

In-depth examination of the developmental nature of language and reading ability and its link to literacy development from birth through the primary grades. Study of methods, materials and assessment tools associated with emergent and beginning reading instruction. Prerequisite: EDUC 506U recommended TLP majors only.

EDUC 526U The Teaching of Reading: Part II - Reading to Learn 22688 01 3 Wednesday 4:00 PM–6:40 PM Milby

$1,434

Reading, comprehension, vocabulary development and critical thinking in elementary classrooms. Prerequisite: Study of methods, materials and assessment tools associated with comprehension instruction. EDUC 524U TLP majors only. First class session on campus. All other sessions off campus.

EDUC 527U The Teaching of Mathematics 20055 01 3 Tuesday 6:00 PM–8:40 PM

Stohr-Hunt

$1,434

In-depth examination of the strategies and methodologies of teaching elementary mathematics integrating state and national standards, problem solving, manipulatives, current research, and learning theories. Prerequisite: EDUC 506U recommended TLP majors only.

EDUC 538U Instructional Technology Integration 20057 01 3 Monday 6:00 PM–8:40 PM

Staff

$1,434

Theory and pedagogy of integrating common and practical instructional technologies within the teaching and learning environment and across the curriculum. Includes current practice, skill building and exploration of resources to better prepare educators to fully understand the potential, the consequences, and future uses of instructional technology to address the needs of all learners. Prerequisite: EDUC 506U or EDUC 510U recommended TLP majors only.

EDUC 550U Content Area Reading 20060 01 3 Monday 4:30 PM–7:10 PM

Richardson

$1,434

Reading and critical thinking in secondary content areas. Specific strategies are explored that enhance comprehension, concept development, and vocabulary knowledge. Effects of text organization and relationship between reading and writing are examined for all content areas. Prerequisite: EDUC 510U recommended TLP majors only.

EDUC 558U Classroom and Behavior Management 20061 01 3 Wednesday 4:30 PM–7:10 PM 22109 02 3 Thursday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM

Hall Robinson

$1,434 $1,434

Behavioral principles and procedures for reducing classroom problems, increasing motivation, and strengthening desired classroom behavior. Prerequisite: EDUC 506U or EDUC 510U recommended TLP majors only.

EDUC 575U Student Teaching, Elementary (PreK-6) 22024 01 12 TBD –

Wheeler

More M.Ed. Specializations Coming Soon! The School of Professional & Continuing Studies currently offers two M.Ed. specializations: • Curriculum & Instruction • Educational Leadership & Policy Studies. But as part of the School’s Strategic Plan, we’re planning to offer three additional specializations in the future: •Special Needs Education • Gifted & Talented Education • Teaching English as a Second Language Watch the SPCS website at spcs.richmond.edu for updates in the coming months!

Add-on Endorsements

And while you’re waiting, current teachers can already earn an add-on endorsement in Gifted Education (see p. 16) while current Teacher Licensure Programs (TLP) students may be able to add courses required for an endorsement in Special Education – General Curriculum K-12.

Need additional information?

Please contact Dr. Patricia Amann, Teacher Education Coordinator, at pburgess@richmond.edu or (804) 484-1584.

SPCS Strategic Plan

Want to learn more about the School’s Strategic Plan through 2014? Visit spcs.richmond.edu/strategic-plan for details, including information about new B.A. and B.S. degrees.

$4,900

Please review your schedule on BannerWeb before classes begin to verify class location.

SPRING 2012 SCHEDULE OF CLASSES CRN

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EDUC 577U Student Teaching, Secondary (6-12) 22025 01 12 TBD –

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Wheeler

$4,900

EDUC 578U Student Teaching, Comprehensive (PreK-12) 22026 01 12 TBD –

Wheeler

$4,900

EDUC 585U Student Teaching Seminar 22027 01 2 Monday 4:30 PM–6:30 PM 22028 02 2 Tuesday 4:30 PM–6:30 PM 22095 03 2 Thursday 4:30 PM–6:30 PM

Hall Wheeler Wheeler

$956 $956 $956

Employer-Provided Tuition Assistance

Many companies and organizations offer tuition assistance programs to help retain employees and develop their knowledge and skills. Don’t overlook this important resource, especially if you’re a state or federal employee or an active duty service member. Ask your supervisor, human resources or associate development office whether tuition benefits are available to you.

TLP majors only.

EDUC 602U Data for Decision-Making 22698 01 3 TBA

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Staff

$1,434

A survey of tools and techniques used in conducting and utilizing assessment data. Includes current research approaches, project design, and data collection. Also included are methods for using data to identify school needs, evaluate personnel, track student performance, and develop strategies for increasing performance as necessary. Prerequisite: EDUC 601U M.Ed. students only.

EDUC 605U School Law and Ethics 22699 01 3 TBA

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Staff

$1,434

This course will examine the legal and moral aspects of educational leadership. Includes evolution of school law, major ethical spheres of thought, current trends and school law, and critical thinking and problem-solving strategies. Course will utilize case studies and consider Virginia School Code. Prerequisite: EDUC 601U M.Ed. students only.

EDUC 630U School Technology 22700 01 3 Tuesday 5:00 PM–8:00 PM

Bray

$1,434

This course is designed to advance technological literacy for school leaders. This includes running software, using programs to generate and manipulate data, compiling data in order to present it, troubleshooting basic computer challenges, using technology to communicate and collaborate with others, and using technology to support instruction. Prerequisite: EDUC 601U M.Ed. students only.

EDUC 631U Human Resource and Fiscal Leadership 22701 01 3 Wednesday 5:00 PM–8:00 PM

Fitrer

$1,434

This course will introduce students to the principles of human resource and financial management. This includes recruiting and developing quality personnel, the budgeting process, and fiscal decision-making. Prerequisite: EDUC 601U M.Ed. students only.

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EDUC 650U Advanced Educational Psychology 22689 01 3 Monday 5:00 PM–7:40 PM

Instructor

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Albaugh

$1,434

Advanced study of the basic principles of cognitive psychology and its position in education, to include cognitive processes, knowledge acquisition and transfer, beliefs and motivation, and the application of these ideas to classroom instruction. M.Ed. students only.

EDUC 651U Assessment and Evaluation in Education 23416 01 3 Monday 5:00 PM–7:40 PM

Cowlbeck

$1,434

Introduction to testing, measurement, and evaluation related to instruction, the construction and use of teacher-made tests, a survey of standardized tests, test interpretation, and basic statistical procedures. TAHA M.Ed. students only. Departmental approval required.

EDUC 652U Differentiated Instruction 23415 01 3 Thursday 6:00 PM–8:40 PM

Registering for an Online or Hybrid Class?

Allan

$1,434

Introduction to differentiated instruction and examination of why it is appropriate for all learners, how to plan for it, and how to become comfortable enough with student differences to make school comfortable for every learner in the classroom. M.Ed. students only.

EDUC 653U Issues, Ethics and Policy in Education 20063 01 3 Wednesday 4:30 PM–6:50 PM

Lanham

If you’re planning to register for an online or hybrid class, you should activate your Net ID before the start of the semester. See page 9 for complete instructions.

$1,434

Examination and reflection on the critical issues in policy, ethics, and law that teachers need in order to make informed decisions regarding a variety of issues facing schools today. M.Ed. students only.

EDUC 661U Instructional Leadership 23414 01 3 Monday 4:30 PM–6:50 PM

Fisher

$1,434

This course emphasizes techniques of improving instruction through application of research on effective schools and models of instruction. Topics covered include foundations of leadership, leadership for curriculum instruction and assessment, leadership for supervision and professional development, leadership for communication and community partnerships, and leadership for organizational management. M.Ed. students only.

EDUC 676U Reflective Practitioner Seminar 20065 01 3 Thursday 5:00 PM–7:40 PM

Cowlbeck

$1,434

This biweekly seminar for teachers provides a forum for discussion of and reflection on critical issues related to their daily responsibilities as classroom teachers. Also provides guidance in the development and implementation of a Professional Growth Plan. Co-requisite: EDUC 675U M.Ed. students only.

EDUC 681U Content Specialization and Action Research II 22098 01 3 Tuesday 5:00 PM–7:40 PM

Corallo

$1,434

Field work and implementation of research project conceived during Content Specialization and Action Research I, to include the formal dissemination of research results. Prerequisite: EDUC 680U M.Ed. students only.

Please review your schedule on BannerWeb before classes begin to verify class location.

SPRING 2012 SCHEDULE OF CLASSES CRN

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Dance Fellows

$759 $759

Education - Professional Development Tuition and Fees Undergraduate Tuition $399 per credit hour 3 credit hour courses: $1,197 Exceptions ADED 201U Portfolio Assessment Non Refundable Application fee: $200 Tuition per semester hour granted: $200 Graduate Tuition $478 per credit hour Teacher Licensure Program Student Teaching $4,900 (total cost-graduate) $4,200 (total cost-undergraduate) Teacher Professional Development Courses $253 per Credit Hour 3 Credit Hour Course: $759 Graduate Application Fee $50 (Non-Refundable) Due with your application when applying to a master’s degree program. Not required for gradaute certificate programs. Late Payment Fee A late payment fee will be assessed on unpaid balances. Students who fail to make satisfactory arrangements for their semester fees by the close of business on the Friday of the first week of the term will be charged a late payment fee of up to $70. Parking Permit $35 (thru Summer ‘12) Auditing Fee Cost to audit a course is the same as taking the course for credit.

EDUC 500U Foundations of Education 22046 R01 3 Online – 23046 R02 3 Wednesday 4:30 PM–7:10 PM

This course is a graduate level course that explores the social, legal, and philosophical foundations of education from historical and contemporary perspectives. The roles and responsibilities of teachers and schools are examined. Emphasis is placed on using research to understand the evolution of education throughout American history. Meets the criteria for a licensure class and is provided for current K-12 teachers and teachers who are seeking initial licensure.

EDUC 550U Content Area Reading 22691 R01 3 Wednesday 4:30 PM–7:10 PM

Massie

$759

EDUC 555U Curriculum for Talented and Gifted Education 22692 R01 3 Online –

Edinger

$759

This course focuses on curriculum adjustments, methods and techniques, as well as classroom organization necessary for teaching gifted and talented students. Emphasis is on curriculum in gifted programs within the context of school reform and restructuring. Topics include development of learner outcomes, selection of resources, and classroom management.

EDUC 558U Classroom and Behavior Management 20073 R03 3 Tuesday 5:00 PM–7:40 PM

Thomas

$759

Behavioral principles and procedures for reducing classroom problems, increasing motivation, and strengthening desired classroom behavior. EDUC 506U or EDUC 510U recommended

EDUC 563U Social and Emotional Needs of the Gifted Student 23420 R01 3 Online – Edinger

$759

This course examines the social, emotional, and psychological aspects of gifted children, adolescents, and adults. The course reviews current literature on affective growth and potential adjustment issues such as self-concept, self-acceptance and understanding, peer relations, and perfectionism. Family relations and potential sources of problems such as underachievement and career and college planning are also included. Classroom adjustments to facilitate development will also be reviewed.

EDUC 565U Foundations and Legal Aspects of Special Education 22111 R01 3 Online – Amann

$759

This is an introductory course that provides an overview of the nature and educational implications of serving students with disabilities and emphasizes the legal aspects of special education at national, state, and local levels. Relevant legislation associated with the identification, education and evaluation of students with disabilities will be included in this foundations course.

EDUC 566U Response to Intervention 23418 R01 3 Online

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Armbruster

$759

This course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively implement a Response To Intervention approach for academics and behavior. Response to Intervention is the practice of providing high quality instruction and interventions matched to students

EDUC 598U ST: Tools for Teaching 23417 R01 3 Tuesday 4:30 PM–7:10 PM

Burgess

$759

An integrated discipline, instruction and motivation system. Intended for the practicing teacher (K12), participants will learn how to organize a classroom to reduce disruption and increase time on task, increase learning and retention of material with the Say, See, Do instructional approach and Visual Instruction Plans (VIPs), eliminate backtalk and teacher nagging, and turn problem students around with an incentive system that builds responsible behavior.

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EDUC 598U

ST: Curriculum Development and Instructional Strategies for Teachers of English for Students of Other Languages (TESOL) R02 3 Wednesday 4:00 PM–6:40 PM Kuti $759 23419 After successfully completing this course, candidates will know, understand, and use evidencebased practices and strategies related to planning, implementing, and managing standards-based English as a second language (ESL) and content instruction.

EDUC 598U ST: Successful Transitions through Consultation and Collaboration 23421 R03 3 Thursday 4:30 PM–7:10 PM West $759 This course is designed to prepare teacher candidates with the ability to prepare their students and work with families to provide successful student transitions throughout the educational experience. Additionally, teacher candidates will learn strategies for successful consultation, case management and collaboration for establishing an effective school environment, postsecondary training, employment, and independent living that address an understanding of long-term planning, career development, life skills, community experiences and resources, self-advocacy, and self-determination, guardianship and legal considerations.

EDUC 598U ST: Cracking the Code: Virginia State and Local Government 23422 R04 3 Online – Thurston

$759

Beginning with Virginia's history & people, it provides an introduction to Virginia's state & local governments. It will explore the origins of our political philosophy, the structure of state & local governments, and how citizens can participate in the political process.

EDUC 598U ST: Geography of the Commonwealth 23423 R05 3 Tuesday 5:00 PM–7:40 PM

Klinker

$759

Registering for an Online or Hybrid Class?

If you’re planning to register for an online or hybrid class, you should activate your Net ID before the start of the semester. See page 9 for complete instructions.

This on-line course is designed to integrate the physical and cultural uniqueness of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Participants will learn Virginia's physical geographic features and how these factors have formed the Virginia of today. Jan 17, 24 sessions in classroom; all other sessions online.

EDUC 598U ST: Using Drama Across the Curriculum 23424 R06 3 Online –

Flynn

$759

This online course will equip teachers with effective and easily implemented strategies for the successful use of drama with all students while focusing on the practice of drama in education - a form of classroom learning that integrates creative drama, role-playing, and script writing with academic curriculum content objectives.

EDUC 598U ST: Intentional Teaching 23425 R07 3 Monday 5:30 PM–8:10 PM

Ashley

$759

This course explores the current research on the brain and the learning process, the connection between strategic teaching and student learning, and the critical role of active student engagement. Specific strategies will be covered related to enhancing memory and recall, increasing student motivation and engagement, using assessment FOR learning, and creating active classroom presentations.

EDUC 598U ST: Young Adult Literature 23426 R08 3 Wednesday 4:30 PM–7:10 PM

Leeper

$759

The course provides a survey of young adult literature with emphasis on recent trends and evaluative criteria used in selecting books based on school and recreational needs and interests of teen readers. Course participants will explore multiple genres, including historical fiction, realistic fiction, fantasy, classic retellings, nonfiction, and multicultural, and ways of integrating these books into curriculum. In-class/online hybrid. In-class dates: Feb 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Mar 14, 21, 28.

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EDUC 598U ST: Teaching and Learning with Digital Media 23427 R09 3 Wednesday 5:00 PM–7:40 PM

Add-on Endorsement in Gifted Education

New! Licensed teachers may add a gifted education endorsement by completing 4 of the following EDUC courses plus a supervised practicum. • EDUC 570U: Talented and Gifted: Working w/ High Achievers* • EDUC 561U: Perspectives in Gifted Education, Talent Development and Creativity • EDUC 562U: Special Populations of Gifted Students • EDUC 555U: Curriculum for Gifted and Talented Education • EDUC 563U: Social & Emotional Needs of Talented and Gifted * Teachers with no experience teaching gifted students must take EDUC 570U

Practicum Requirements

One year of successful full-time experience teaching gifted students may be accepted in lieu of the practicum. Teachers without such experience in a public or accredited nonpublic school must successfully complete the Practicum in Gifted Education–at least 45 instructional hours of teaching gifted students in a homogenously grouped classroom.

Need additional information? Please contact Dr. Patricia Amann, Teacher Education Coordinator, at pburgess@richmond.edu or (804) 484-1584.

Instructor

Cost

Warren

$759

In this course, students will learn the conceptual frameworks for creating digital stories, recording digital audio, producing digital video and publishing new media to the web to enhance and support effective pedagogy. Students will also explore emerging tools such as blogs, e-portfolios, and other creative Web 2.0 applications for use in the context of a 21st century classroom.

EDUC 598U ST: Cross Cultural Communication 23428 R10 3 Thursday 4:00 PM–6:40 PM

Burnes

$759

This course is designed to explore the building blocks of culture and their relationship to behavior and styles of communication. Every participant's worldview will be identified through the completion of a global awareness profile. The impact of cultural uniformity and diversity on effective communication will also be explored along with the examination of various cultures as they are today.

EDUC 598U ST: Praxis I Preparation for Reading and Writing 23429 R11 3 Thursday 5:30 PM–8:10 PM

Hall

$759

The Praxis I preparation course includes detailed instruction and hands-on practice of reading comprehension and multiple-choice test-taking strategies, essay writing strategies, and grammar review. Sample test preparation materials will also be available to help you prepare for the Praxis I Reading and Writing assessments. In-class/online hybrid. In-class dates: Jan 19; Feb 2, 16l Mar 1, 15, 29; Apr 12, 26.

EDUC 598U ST: Assessment and Evaluation in Special Education 23772 R12 3 Wednesday 5:30 PM–7:10 PM Bunting

$759

This course is designed to introduce teacher candidates to the variety of assessment and evaluation techniques and their specific purposes, including eligibility for students with disabilities, instructional decision making, and program improvement. This course explores the relationship among the general curriculum, formal and informal assessment results, and instruction for students with disabilities to support instructional planning, decision-making and self-reflection.

EDUC 598U ST: Children's Literature 23773 R13 3 Thursday 5:30 PM–7:10 PM

Leeper

$759

In this course, participants will become acquainted with outstanding authors and illustrators of children's literature, develop criteria for evaluating various genres of children's literature, and learn a variety of aids and techniques for broadening and deepening children's response to literature.

EDUC 598U ST: Tools for Teaching 23870 R14 3 Wednesday 4:30 PM–7:10 PM

Burgess

$759

EDUC 598U ST: Teaching Strategies for Secondary Language Arts Teachers 23872 R15 3 Wednesday 6:00 PM–8:40 PM Staff

$759

This course is designed for teachers seeking recertification or for teachers who seek a refresher course in designing curriculum and lesson planning. The course is designed to demonstrate instructional designs which promote literacy and to provide research-based strategies which enhance student achievement and develop critical thinking skills.

UNIVERSITY OF RICHMOND School of Professional and Continuing Studies • spcs.richmond.edu • (804) 289-8133

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EDUC 598U

ST: Families, Professionals and Diversity: Partnerships, Trust and Positive Strategies R16 3 Wednesday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM Staff $759 23874 Attention All Educators: Relationships with families are critical to the personal and educational development of all students, and to their lifetime success. This course focuses on the impact on families and children with diverse characteristics and the implications of school and social challenges they encounter. It will also address legislation for working with families, the ability to partner with families at trans-disciplinary meetings, and strategies for facilitating a partnership approach to family-professional interactions.

EDUC 598U ST: Introduction to Linguistics 23875 R17 3 Thursday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM

Burnes

$759

This is a course which provides a basic understanding of the location and articulation of the sounds of speech. Attention will also be given to the structure of language. Particular attention will be given to addressing the specific sounds in the English language. Participants will also learn comparisons between the structure of English and the first language of non-English speakers. Strategies for helping non-English speakers understand how to form the sounds in English will be taught.

Emergency Services Management ESM 307U Managing Emergency Operations 22049 01B 3 Online –

Vaughan

$1,197

Covers management of complex emergency operations in field using incident management systems and role of emergency operations centers in directing disaster response.

ESM 312U Emergency Management Systems and Theory 23402 01B 3 Online –

Briding

$1,197

Examines the structure and missions of local, state, national, and international emergency management agencies and their relationship with public safety and voluntary organizations and other government departments. Relates structure and processes to legal requirements for disaster management. Discusses current theoretical approaches to disasters and to emergency management program management. Based on structure, legal requirements, and theory suggests courses of action for effective local program management.

ESM 319U Writing for Decisions 23403 01B 3 Online

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Hillgrove

Did You Know?

We now send e-bill and offer e-payment. See page 35 for details.

$1,197

Emergency management requires skills in preparing a wide variety of written communications that will be used for decision by varied audiences from senior elected officials to members of the general public. This scenario based course requires students to develop skills in identifying information requirements for decision making, analyzing the ways information can be presented, identifying outside factors that influence how communications are perceived, and selecting the right format for the message. Addresses both routine day to day situations and emergency operations.

ESM 350U Externship 20094 01B 3

Online

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Shumate

$1,197

Basis for student's entry into the emergency management workforce as a recognized professional. Through development of a professional portfolio, certification, professional training series completion, active participation in professional organizations, and a professional reading program, the student develops and reflects on specific skills and knowledge required by working emergency managers. New students should enroll in this course immediately upon acceptance and declaration of the major, as it is designed to take one year to complete.

ESM 398U ST: Contemporary Issues in Emergency Management 23409 01B 3 Online – Harris

$1,197

This course examines timely and topical issues related to emergency management, disaster science and homeland security through discussion and student research into events occurring over the past several years.

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ESM 495U Hazards and Threats for the Future 22056 01B 3 Online –

Instructor

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Clements

$1,197

Examines the future of disasters and their management in the context of long-term political, environmental, technological, economic and social change. Identifies current methods for futures analysis and provides a framework for developing tools and resources to design future missions and strategies for professionals in both emergency management and business continuity and their organizations. Develops an understanding of the relationships of vision to the future and relates that to the department of programs to protect lives, property and the environment at any level. For undergraduates, completion of required core and focus courses

ESM 562U Volunteer Organizations in Disaster 23404 01B 3 Online –

Mineo

$1,434

The role of volunteers in emergencies is complex. This courses addresses the nature of voluntary agencies and their response, and the differences between non-governmental disaster programs and governmental efforts to mobilize volunteers for a variety of reasons.

ESM 563U Hazard, Vulnerability, and Risk Analysis 23405 01B 3 Online –

Harris

$1,434

Emergency management is a profession of risk - risk definition, risk acceptance, and risk management. This course examines the interplay between hazards, threats, vulnerabilities, impacts, and risk with an emphasis on the development of effective tools the emergency manager can use to address these key factors in the context of the community.

ESM 566U Disaster Exercises and Tests 23406 01B 3 Online

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Lowe

$1,434

Exercises provide a vital tool for improving plans and operations. This course examines the exercise process and highlights ways in which exercises can be better designed to meet specific training and testing needs.

Want to transfer?

Once a student decides they are serious about transferring, we suggest attending an Information Session for Adult Students, which are held periodically throughout the year. You can also schedule a meeting with a student advisor for an unofficial audit of transfer work or to discuss degree options. You do not have to apply or be admitted to SPCS to meet with a student advisor. Are you thinking about transferring at a later date? Our student advisors are also willing to speak to you before your current school’s registration begins to help choose courses that have a high likelihood of transferability and complete the general education requirements or your desired degree program. Students can transfer a maximum of 60 credit hours to an SPCS undergraduate degree program.

ESM 567U Managing Emergency Operations 23407 01B 3 Online –

Lowe

$1,434

Covers management of complex emergency operations in field using incident management systems and role of emergency operations centers in directing disaster response.

ESM 595U Hazards and Threats for the Future 20098 01B 3 Online –

Clements

$1,434

Examines the future of disasters and their management in the context of long-term political, environmental, technological, economic and social change. Identifies current methods for futures analysis and provides a framework for developing tools and resources to design future missions and strategies for professionals in both emergency management and business continuity and their organizations. Develops an understanding of the relationships of vision to the future and relates that to the department of programs to protect lives, property and the environment at any level. Prerequisite: For undergraduates, completion of required core and focus courses

ESM 598U ST: Contemporary Issues in Emergency Management 23408 01B 3 Online – Harris

$1,434

English ENGL 112U Professional Communications 20081 01B 3 Online

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Hillgrove

$1,197

Learn how to use the art of persuasion to get what you want (and where you want to be) in the business world. Emphasis on professional writing (memos, letters, e-mails, reports) and oral presentations. Prerequisite: ENGL 201U, 202U & 203U

UNIVERSITY OF RICHMOND School of Professional and Continuing Studies • spcs.richmond.edu • (804) 289-8133

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ENGL 201U Strategic Reading 20082 01 3 Monday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Feagans 02 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Princiotto-Gorrell 20083 20084 03H 3 Wednesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Suskind

Cost

$1,197 $1,197 $1,197

Designed to support the development of critical reading skills across content areas. A transactional model of reading will be examined to enhance the importance of active, engaged reading for comprehension. Specific strategies to develop reading skills using a highly interactive approach. Students must pass ENGL 201U with a grade of C or better in order to advance to ENGL 203U. ENGL 201U is required and must be repeated if a grade of C or higher is not earned; grades of Cor lower will not meet the requirements of the course. Students who are assigned a grade of Y in ENGL 201U must successfully complete the course before progressing to ENGL 203U. NOTES: Sec 03H is an in-class/online hybrid. In-class sessions: Jan 11, 18; Feb 1, 15, 29; Mar 14, 28; Apr 18.

ENGL 202U Advanced Academic Writing 20085 01 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM 20087 03 3 Thursday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM 20086 02H 3 Monday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM 23413 04H 3 Wednesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM

Schmitz Staff Nielson Levy

$1,197 $1,197 $1,197 $1,197

Course organized around academic writing including literary and critical essays. Students will practice the fundamentals of process writing including pre-writing, drafting, revising and peer response. Critical readings of essays on a variety of topics will be central to the course, as will attention to sentence structure, grammar and mechanics. No research paper will be required. ENGL 201U; may be taken concurrently Students must pass ENGL 202U with a grade of C or better in order to advance to ENGL 203U. ENGL 202U is required and must be repeated if a grade of C or higher is not earned; grades of Cor lower will not meet the requirements of the course. Students who are assigned a grade of Y in ENGL 202U must successfully complete the course before progressing to ENGL 203U. NOTES: Sec 02H is an in-class/online hybrid. In-class sessions: Jan 9, 23; Feb 6, 20; Mar 12, 26; Apr 9, 16. Sec 04H is an in-class/online hybrid. In-class sessions: Jan 11, 25; Feb 8, 22; Mar 14, 28; Apr 11, 18.

ENGL 203U Research Process 20088 01 3 Monday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM DeGroat/Princiotto-Gorrell $1,197 20089 02 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Stevens/Herbert $1,197 23032 03 3 Wednesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Hocutt/Ludovico $1,197 This course will cover the process of researching and writing a documented argument paper. Topics covered will include forming a strategy, learning the library's resources, incorporating evidence, avoiding plagiarism and writing correct citations. ENGL 201U and ENGL 202U Students must pass ENGL 201U and 202U with a grade of C or better in order to take ENGL 203U. ENGL 201U and 202U are required and must be repeated if a grade of C or higher is not earned; grades of C- or lower will not meet the requirements of the course. Students who are assigned a grade of Y in ENGL 203U must successfully complete the course before progressing to the next level.

ENGL 340U Black Women Writers 23448 01 3 Monday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM

Herweyer

Exploration of literary careers of Zora Neale Hurston, Alice Walker and Toni Morrison.

$1,197

Bachelor’s Degree in Emergency Management Returns for Fall 2012

The School of Professional & Continuing Studies is pleased to announce that it is now accepting applications for Fall 2012 into the undergraduate Emergency Management program. Following a brief hiatus in accepting new students, the updated program shifts to a campus-based experience and returns with a broader focus on emergency management, disaster preparedness and business continuity in private and public sectors. The program will no longer be offered online. Students who apply to the Bachelor of Science in Professional Studies program can major in Emergency Management, one of four revamped professional studies majors in the School’s Fall 2012 degree offerings.

A Campus-Based Experience

The revitalized Emergency Management major includes a School-wide common seminar in Knowledge Management; a professional core encompassing professional ethics, critical thinking and leadership studies; and a campus-based major that prepares students to take on emergency management responsibilities in corporate and governmental agencies. Students will take advantage of the worldclass teaching and learning facilities on the University of Richmond campus, including an extensive research library, technology-enhanced classrooms, award-winning dining facilities and cutting-edge professors who are also professionals in their fields.

Want to learn more?

Visit our New Degrees page at spcs.richmond.edu/degrees/prospective-students to review curriculum and admission requirements. Contact the Emergency Management student advisor, Lois Willis, at (804) 287-1810 or lwillis2@richmond.edu with additional questions. Please review your schedule on BannerWeb before classes begin to verify class location.

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ENGL 398U ST: Shakespeare: Justice vs. Mercy 23892 01 3 Thursday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM

Instructor

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Reilly

$1,197

From racial prejudice in 'Othello' to state sanctioned antisemitism in 'The Merchant of Venice,' Shakespeare tackled issues of social injustice head-on. He also explored the competing claims of justice and mercy in the intimate settings of courtship and family, as in 'Much Ado about Nothing,' where gender warfare and sibling rivalry threaten but cannot derail the play's uproarious comedy, and 'Hamlet,' where the cost of revenging a father's murder is the destruction of two entire families. His most profound treatments of the theme of punishment and forgiveness can perhaps be found in mature romances such as 'Measure for Measure,' where attempted rape and murder cry out for justice but are answered with equity. While exploring Shakespeare's handling of issues still urgently pressing on our world, students will become proficient and confident readers of Early Modern English, will examine contemporary trends in criticism and performance, and will gain an appreciation for the cultural context of the plays.

ENGL 398U ST: On the Road Again 23038 02 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM

Gruner

$1,197

This course will focus attention on the importance of journey narratives in American literature from the colonial period to the present day both as an enduring historical theme and as an evolving creative strategy whereby writers interact with the cultural terrain. We will consider literal journeys outward as well as metaphorical journeys inward, alert to changing purposes and stylistic properties along the way - strikingly different, for example, in fugitive slave narratives and post-modern satirical fiction! While students should expect to develop a critical vocabulary and an understanding of various methods of literary interpretation, they can depend upon a personal odyssey of reorientation.

ENGL 598U ST: Shakespeare: Justice vs. Mercy 23777 01 3 Thursday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM

“Can I afford it?”

The University of Richmond School of Professional and Continuing Studies is committed to helping adult students with their investment in higher education. Financial assistance, in the form of scholarships, grants, and loans, is available to School of Continuing Studies (SPCS) students who need help with their educational expenses. Students must be enrolled in a degree or certificate program at Richmond and must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Specific enrollment requirements and application processes vary depending on the aid program. Most applications are available on line at: financialaid.richmond.edu

Reilly

$1,434

General Science GSCI 302U Great Ideas in Science 23447 01 3 Wednesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM

Brown

$1,197

This course is designed for non-science majors. The non-technical course integrates and focuses on major events of biology, chemistry, and physics that have shaped the course of science through the centuries. The idea behind each major advance is treated in its historic context, with special attention to its importance in mankind’s understanding of the nature of the universe. Everyday examples will be incorporated in the course to help students understand the relationship between individuals and the natural world.

History HIST 315U

Great Disasters and Their Impact in the History of the U.S.: 1861 to the Present 23449 01 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Wray/Alley $1,197 Certain terrible catastrophes/disasters that America suffered in the approximately century and a half from 1861 to 2001 have had particularly strong influences on the nation. This course examines several such events, their impact, and how and why that impact took shape as it did. The role of presentation of the disasters through media, art forms, literature, and government action will be analyzed.

UNIVERSITY OF RICHMOND School of Continuing Studies • scs.richmond.edu • (804) 289-8133

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HIST 322U Moments in Time II: History of the Americas 23461 01 3 Monday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM

Instructor

Cost

Roberts

$1,197

Using important events in the history of the Americas, the course explores both content and method of historical study. Generally following the underlying teaching principle of the public radio program 'A Moment in Time' allows students to examine significant events in the Americas in their historical context.

HIST 323U Westward Ho! 23450 01 3

Thursday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM

Wray

$1,197

Forging westward was part of American experience from colonial times. Examines causes, course, and results of drive West through events and developments including Lewis & Clark's Expedition, Manifest Destiny, Gold Rush, railway building, and conflict with Indian tribes. Popular literature on West and classic Westerns used to assess commonly held views of Americans on the Great West.

HIST 398U ST: The Italian Renaissance 23451 02 3 Wednesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM

Contrada

$1,197

This course will illuminate the Italian Renaissance (c. 1350-1600) as a period when a series of social, political, economic, and cultureresponses to the intellectual movement humanism marked the end of the Middle Ages. The humanists themselves were the first to claim they were living in a 'new age' and we will explore that assertion in terms of tradition vs. innovation. The dissemination of Renaissance culture into Northern Europe, the Reformation, scientific inquiry, and European expansion abroad will allow us to see how the ideas of the Renaissance spread and helped shape the early modern period across Western Europe.

HIST 398U ST: The Creation of Modern Europe 23452 03 3 Monday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM

Contrada

Registering for an Online or Hybrid Class?

If you’re planning to register for an online or hybrid class, you should activate your Net ID before the start of the semester. See page 9 for complete instructions.

$1,197

This course will focus on the formation of the modern nation-state. The period following the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars was a dynamic one that saw the rise of powerful ideologies like Liberalism, Socialism, Conservatism, and Romanticism. As these philosophies drove political changes in the 19th century, the nation-state was founded upon a sense of Nationalism which focused on a common cultural identity. This course will explore modern intellectual history, in conjunction with the rise of the modern nation, and follow the destruction of Europe through two world wars with a culmination that includes an evaluation of the European Union.

HIST 598U ST: The Italian Renaissance 23437 01 3 Wednesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM

Contrada

$1,434

HIST 598U

ST: Great Disasters and Their Impact in the History of the U.S.: 1861 to the Present 23435 02 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Wray/Alley $1,434 Certain terrible catastrophes/disasters that America suffered in the approximately century and a half from 1861 to 2001 have had particularly strong influences on the nation. This course examines several such events, their impact, and how and why that impact took shape as it did. The role of presentation of the disasters through media, art forms, literature, and government action will be analyzed. MLA students only.

Please review your schedule on BannerWeb before classes begin to verify class location.

SPRING 2012 SCHEDULE OF CLASSES CRN

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HIST 598U ST: Moments in Time II: History of the Americas 23438 03 3 Monday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM Roberts

Spring 2012 Calendar Registration Schedule

• Advance Registration Period: Tuesday, November 8, 2011 - Friday, January 6, 2012 • Late Registration Period: Monday, January 9 - Saturday, January 14 • No-Fee Add/Drop Period: Monday, January 9 - Friday, January 13 • Late Payment Fee Begins: Sunday, January 15 • Fee Drop Period: Sunday, January 15 Saturday, January 21 • Last Day to Withdraw: Friday, February 24

Class Schedule

• Classes Begin: Monday, January 9 • Mid-semester: Friday, February 24 • Spring Break (no class): Saturday, March 3 - Sunday, March 11, • Last Day of Class: Saturday, April 21

End of Term and Commencement

• Semester Exam Period: Monday, April 23 - Saturday, April 28 • Grades Due by 9 AM: Monday, April 30 • Commencement: Saturday, May 5 • University Baccalaureate Service: Sunday, May 6 Complete Academic Calendar is available online from the Registrar’s Office at: registrar.richmond.edu/planning/calendar

Cost

$1,434

Human Resource Management HRM 388U Internship 20103 01

TBD

–

Staff

$1,197

Applied experience in Human Resource Management in an organizational setting. Working closely with an assigned faculty member and a site supervisor, student will be assigned projects or duties that are outside of his or her normal job. Intent is to offer the student opportunities to gain new knowledge or skills in the field of HRM. Students may receive credit for only one (1) internship while enrolled in the School of Continuing Studies. Student must complete the HRM Core Courses (15 credits) prior to being considered for an internship. At the discretion of the student, this course may be credited as a focus course or as an elective Departmental approval required.

HRM 467U International Human Resource Management 23034 01H 3 Tuesday 5:50 PM–8:35 PM

Strait

$1,197

This course allows the student to place the role of HRM within a global perspective and demonstrates the borderless and fluid workforce which is emerging today. Aspects of the course will include issues such as outsourcing, worker visas, multi-national companies, cultural differences, immigration patterns and other global issues effecting HRM efforts today. Prerequisite: Complete a minimum of 18 hours in the HRM curriculum to include HRM 343U and ECON 377U before enrolling In-class/online hybrid. In-class sessions: Jan 10, 17, 31; Feb 7, 21, 28; Mar 20, 27; Apr 10, 17.

HRM 499U Senior Seminar in HRM 23017 01H 3 Monday 5:50 PM–8:35 PM

Bruny

$1,197

Course represents the summary experience for graduating seniors. The course includes a collection of case studies that allows the student to apply the knowledge obtained in previous HRM courses contained within the undergraduate curriculum. Prerequisite: Complete a minimum of 18 hours in the HRM curriculum to include HRM 343U and ECON 377U before enrolling In-class/online hybrid. In-class sessions: Jan 9, 16, 30; Feb 13, 27; Mar 12, 26; Apr 9, 16.

HRM 531U Human Resource Management 20165 01 3 Wednesday 5:50 PM–8:35 PM

Leatherman

$1,434

This course in human resources uses an HR development point of view in which employees are considered assets to be developed rather than costs to be minimized. Topics include recruiting, hiring, training, retaining, rewarding, and promoting employees; employment planning, performance management systems, and succession planning; and managing outsourced relationships. Special attention is given to quality of working life issues; the balance between work and nonwork; traditional and nontraditional incentives; and generational, cultural, and ethnic differences in employees' needs and values.

HRM 532U Legal Issues in Human Resource Management 23018 01 3 Monday 5:50 PM–8:35 PM

Barr

$1,434

Every manager and HR professional will face numerous legal challenges to managing people in a workplace. In fact, employment-related litigation is one of the greatest financial risks facing any organization. This class will explore in a practical way the federal and state laws associated with hiring, firing and discipline, medical leave (including FMLA, ADA and worker's compensation), discrimination, harassment, immigration, labor law, unemployment compensation, religion in the workplace and state law torts including defamation and privacy. The course will also explore workplace investigations, workplace violence and employment-related legal processes, including EEOC Charges and lawsuits.

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HRM 635U Managing Compensation and Benefits 20108 01 3 Wednesday 6:30 PM–9:15 PM

Instructor

Cost

Poindexter

$1,434

Course examines the use of reward systems (especially monetary) in the motivation of goal-oriented behavior as a major factor in influencing behavior. The effects of reward systems on recruiting, performance, satisfaction, and tenure are examined. Explores pay system components such as: entry position rates, job evaluation systems, merit pay plans, and employee income security systems. Legal aspects such as federal wage and hour laws and the Employee Retirement Income Security Act are included. Prerequisite: HRM 531U

HRM 639U Recruitment and Retention 20109 01 3 Tuesday 5:50 PM–8:35 PM

Warmke

$1,434

Various methods for recruiting, selecting, and retaining employees are examined. Topics may include equal employment opportunity, human resource planning, determination of staffing needs, internal and external recruitment strategies, selection interviews, tests and assessment procedures, placement, promotion, transfer policies, and retention strategies. Prerequisite: HRM 531U

HRM 647U Human Resource Information Systems 20110 01H 3 Thursday 5:50 PM–8:35 PM Harris/Shumate

$1,434

Application of computer and communications technologies to solving HRM problems, e.g., labor sourcing; employee collaboration, training, and development; knowledge management; managerial decision-making. Use of multimedia, storage, and mobile devices, networks, HRIS database technologies, and collaborative Internet technologies supporting the contemporary workplace. Prerequisite: HRM 531U In-class/online hybrid. In-class sessions: Jan 12, 19, 26; Feb 2, 16, 23; Mar 15, 22; Apr 5, 12, 19.

HRM 697U Strategy and Policy 22676 01 3 Monday 5:50 PM–8:35 PM

Lee

$1,434

A capstone master's level course which uses a case study approach to integrate the skills and knowledge obtained within the curriculum to solve real HRM problems. Emphasis will be placed on developing effective strategy and policy from a senior managerial perspective. Prerequisite: Complete a minimum of 18 hours in the MHRM curriculum to include ECON 507U and HRM 531U before enrolling.

Did You Know?

New Student Orientation takes place on January 4, 2012 See page 26 for details.

Humanities HUM 300U Applied Ethics 23431 01 3

Monday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM

Taylor

$1,197

Examination of ethical choices, omissions, dilemmas and crises faced by individuals and organizations in the nonprofit, government, corporate, media, technology, environmental, and sports sectors. Use of ethics theories and the law as a framework to analyze case studies. This course will foster skills in ethical reasoning by encouraging students to analyze critically the consequences of individual and collective actions. Prerequisite: ADED 300U or ADED 301U/302U

HUM 313U Career and Life Development 22663 01B 3 Online

–

Banks

$1,197

Exploration of adult development and career topics to help students better understand how to successfully plan their lives. Focuses on stages of adulthood and transitions, skills assessments, career management strategies, life balance, and goal setting.

HUM 346U The History of Human Expression 20001 01H 6 Fri, 6:30-9:10P & Sat, 9A-2:30P Herweyer/Reilly 23459 03H 6 Fri, 6:30-9:10P & Sat, 9A-2:30P Lane/Hocutt

$2,394 $2,394

Examination of the arts in their wide variety: visual, literary, plastic and melodic. Required for accelerated Bachelor of Liberal Arts. Weekend College students only. On-campus Weekend College students only. Special Dates: Jan 13-Feb 25. In-class/online hybrid; online component TBA. Departmental approval required.

Please review your schedule on BannerWeb before classes begin to verify class location.

SPRING 2012 SCHEDULE OF CLASSES CRN

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SPCS Breakfast Forum

Information Systems

The School of Professional and Continuing Studies, in partnership with the SCS Student Government Association and the SCS Alumni Association, introduces a monthly networking breakfast series for current students and alumni: the SPCS Breakfast Forum.

ISYS 203U Collaborative Technologies 20117 02 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM

Designed for working adults seeking professional networking opportunities, each event will take place in the morning, ending by 8:30 a.m. A typical agenda will include: 7:30-7:50 – Networking and Continental breakfast 7:50-8:10 – Speaker 8:10-8:30 – Question and answer session Forums are free and open to current SPCS students and to SPCS alumni. Space is limited, so advance reservations are required. A complete listing of dates, locations and speakers are available online at: spcs.richmond.edu/ breakfasts

Instructor

Cost

O'Brien

$1,197

The application of information technologies in organizations to work collaboratively, facilitate decision-making, and achieve competitive advantage. Use of multimedia, storage, and mobile devices, networks, databases, and collaborative Internet technologies supporting work and academics. Computer assignments required

ISYS 203U Collaborative Technologies 20116 01B 3 Online

–

Davis

$1,197

ISYS 306U Systems Analysis and Design 22680 01H 3 Wednesday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM

Cohen

$1,197

Methods and techniques necessary for conducting systems project, from feasibility analysis and specification of functional requirements through system implementation and evaluation. Includes participation in one or more systems design projects. College writing and mathematics and foundation course work or experience in IT. Computer assignments required. With approval, students from any major at the university may take this course without a prerequisite barrier. In-class/online hybrid. In-class sessions: Jan 11, 18; Feb 1, 15, 29; Mar 14, 28; Apr 11, 25.

ISYS 307U IT Evaluation and Selection 23430 01 4 Monday 6:00 PM–9:00 PM

Davis

$1,596

Junior-level course on guidelines and techniques for the selection and acquisition of computer hardware and software. Methods of computer device evaluation, vendor selection, and development of system requirements for both hardware and software, from management and technical perspectives. The Request for Proposal (RFP) process in universal use by firms acquiring IT equipment and systems is used as a practical method of demonstrating commercial practices. Prerequisite: College writing and mathematics and foundation course work or experience in IT. With approval, students from any major at the university may take this course without a prerequisite barrier.

ISYS 311U Database Design/Business Intelligence 22682 01 4 Saturday 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

Prior

$1,596

Junior-level course in logical and physical design of database systems: rules of normalization in data modeling, SQL programming, and physical design issues impacting the I/O performance of commercial-level database management systems in Oracle. Introduction to data warehousing and business intelligence tools for corporate decision-making using Oracle Discoverer. Prerequisite: College writing and mathematics and foundation course work or experience in IT. Computer assignments required. With approval, students from any major at the university may take this course without a prerequisite barrier.

ISYS 353U Advanced Tools for Web Design and Development 20121 01H 3 Thursday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Mitteldorfer

$1,197

Contemporary advanced tools for web design and development. Each student selects tools for a major semester project, with approval and supervision by the instructor. Prerequisite: ISYS 351U or equivalent proficiency. In-class/online hybrid. In-class sessions: Jan 12, 19; Feb 2, 16; Mar 1, 15, 29; Apr 12, 26.

CLASS SCHEDULE CRN

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Hrs.

Day

Time

ISYS 398U ST: Advanced Computer Networks 23776 01 3 Saturday 9:30 AM–12:30 PM

Instructor

Cost

Dalton

$1,197

Preparation for Network+ certification, with course review, prep materials, and sample test. Prerequisite: ISYS 302U or equivalent proficiency in LAN Does not include the test or the test fee

ISYS 450U Project Management 20125 01H 3 Tuesday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM

Petrohovich

$1,197

Practical and theoretical foundation for IT project management. Concepts and techniques for evaluating business strategies and developing projects to align with strategic plans. Project planning and estimation, scheduling, staffing and teamwork, costing and budgeting, managing change. Use of computerized tools for project management, resource tracking, and reporting. Prerequisite: College writing and mathematics and foundation course work or experience in IT; ISYS 306U preferred as pre- or co-requisite.

To get to campus, visit www.richmond.edu/visit/maps There you will find an interactive version of the campus map as well as driving directions to help you find your way here.

In-class/online hybrid. In-class sessions: Jan 10, 17, 31; Feb 14, 28; Mar 13, 27; Apr 10, 24.

Interdisciplinary Studies IDST 302U The Realm of Ideas II: Self, Society and Science 20112 01 3 Monday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Brown/Morgan

$1,197

An introduction for liberal arts majors to important ideas in selected modern natural and social sciences, and methodologies used in their study and application. Prerequisite: IDST 301U Departmental approval required.

IDST 310U The Examined Life 20004 01H 6 Fri, 6:30-9:10P & Sat, 9A-2:30P

Forbes

$2,394

Exploring human behavior and the uniqueness of the human condition. Required for accelerated Bachelor of Liberal Arts. On-campus Weekend College students only. Special Dates:Mar 6-Apr 28. In-class/online hybrid; online component TBA. Departmental approval required.

IDST 395U The Realm of Ideas IV: Capstone Seminar for Liberal Arts Majors 22143 01 3 Wednesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Wieder

$1,197

The capstone seminar for the Liberal Arts major: The culminating academic experience for liberal arts majors; emphasis on demonstrating through a substantive paper understanding of the connections among the liberal arts; also emphasis on relevant experiential learning opportunities. Prerequisite: IDST 303U Should be taken during the student's last semester of study. Departmental approval required.

ISTY 301U Understanding the Global Village 20002 01H 6 Fri, 6:30-9:10P & Sat, 9A-2:30P

Quirk

$2,394

Interdisciplinary course focusing on the trends in an increasingly interdependent yet fragmented world. Required for accelerated Bachelor of Liberal Arts. Weekend College students only. On-campus Weekend College students only. Special Dates:Mar 6-Apr 28. In-class/online hybrid; online component TBA. Departmental approval required.

ISTY 301U Understanding the Global Village 23460 04H 6 Fri, 6:30-9:10P & Sat, 9A-2:30P Morgan/Hiller

$2,394

SPRING 2012 SCHEDULE OF CLASSES CRN

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ISTY 398U ST: US and Mexico: Globalization in the 21st Century 23453 01 3 Thursday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Hiller

Cost

$1,197

Globalization is one of the most significant trends in the United States today, affecting our jobs, government policies, and relations with other countries. This includes Mexico, our neighbor and major trading partner with whom we have a very complex relationship. We will explore the effects of globalization and NAFTA including an analysis of immigration and the growing importance of the Mexican-American community in Richmond.

Law LAW 303U Constitutional Law 20133 01 3 Monday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM

Foreman

$1,197

Examination of the U.S. Constitution, the U.S. Supreme Court and the major decisions of the Court rendered on issues including free speech, search and seizure and other police powers, war powers, property rights, civil rights, right to bear arms, separation of church and state, separation of powers among branches of the federal government, impeachment and other significant areas. This class may be used as a focus course for Paralegal Studies majors.

LAW 310U Great Trials in American History 23876 01 3 Thursday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM

New Student Orientation

Learn more about the great resources available to Richmond students at our New Student Orientation. If you are a new or current student who would like to know more about the resources on campus, attending the New Student Orientation will make it much easier to find your way. Learn about Richmond resources and meet representatives from a number of offices and departments including the Libraries/ Media Resources Center, Writing Center, Speech Center, Technology Center, Academic Skills Program and the SCS Student Government Association. You will also have the opportunity to register your vehicle and activate your email account. Refreshments will be served. Orientation is scheduled for January 4, 2012, in Tyler Haynes Commons. To register for the event, go online to spcs.richmond.edu/events or call (804) 287-1204. Date: Thursday, August 11, 2011 Time: 6–8 p.m.

Turner

$1,197

This class investigates the great trials of the American judicial system in an effort to explore the emergence of the current justice system, including the development of trial record keeping, strategy and skills; the effect of the contemporary culture on the outcome of trial proceedings; and the divisive impact of some trials on the population of the United States. We will observe the impact of child testimony, media influence, jury bias, political influence and religious beliefs in the courtroom. The course will also consider the great orators in American law and their influence on trial outcomes and the development of the justice system. Does not count as a Focus Course for Paralegal Studies majors.

LAW 322U Employment Law and Policy 20134 01 3 Wednesday 5:50 PM–8:35 PM

Brown

$1,197

Survey of federal and state statutes and laws which govern the employment relationship. Covers topics such as establishing the employment relationship, discharge of employees, employee discrimination, wages, hours, and benefits, conditions of employment, occupational safety and health, and other topics. This class may be used as a focus course for Paralegal Studies majors.

Leadership Studies LDSP 278U Communication in Leadership 20139 01 3 Monday 6:30 PM–9:15 PM

Banks

$1,197

Applied course to aid in the personal development of listening, writing, and speaking skills. Examination of leadership communication in organizational, group, and public contexts. Students will analyze their personal leadership styles and develop leadership communication skills through team projects and classroom exercises. Prerequisite: LDSP 200U

LDSP 310U Leadership and Ethical Decision Making 22408 02H 6 Fri, 6:30-9:10P & Sat, 9A-2:30P

Duffee

$2,394

Role of leader in commerce and service is examined. Required for accelerated Bachelor of Liberal Arts On-campus Weekend College students only. Special Dates: Jan 13-Feb 25. In-class/online hybrid; online component TBA. Departmental approval required.

LDSP 478U Strategic Thinking for Leaders 23433 01 3 Tuesday 5:50 PM–8:35 PM

Thornton

$1,197

Provides the necessary skills for the individual to begin thinking more strategically about their respective industries. This course provides an understanding of how strategic thinking relates to design, planning and implementation of strategies and tactics meant to accomplish the organization's goals and objectives. Prerequisite: LDSP 200U UNIVERSITY OF RICHMOND School of Professional and Continuing Studies • spcs.richmond.edu • (804) 289-8133

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Legal Assistant/Paralegal Studies

Is the MLA right for you?

LA 301U

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Introduction to Paralegal Studies 20126 01 3 Tuesday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM

Foreman

$1,197

The role of the paralegal and how law offices are managed. Introduction to the judicial system, contract law, torts, criminal law, corporate law, real property, family law, estate planning, legal research, legal writing, litigation, and paralegal ethics.

LA 302U

The Judicial System 22668 01 3 Thursday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM

Leonard

$1,197

Structure and meaning of courts and their jurisdiction, procedure, and appeal; history and introduction to judicial process.

LA 303U

Legal Research 20127 01 3

Thursday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM

Staff

•

$1,197

Law libraries and basic legal research methods; where and how to gather information

LA 304U

Legal Writing 22669 01 3

Wednesday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM

Schneider

$1,197

Legal terminology and writing styles, case analysis, development of analytical skills, exercises in legal composition and drafting.

LA 306U

Litigation 22670 01

Tuesday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM

Stravitz

•

$1,197

Basic elements of substantive law; investigation of facts, discovery and preparation for trial, commencement of law suit and trial, decision and settlement, file maintenance, and docket control.

LA 312U

Family Law 22671 01 3

Tuesday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM

Cook

$1,197

This course will cover all areas of family law, including marriage, divorce, annulment, division of property, child custody and support, spousal support and adoption. This course may be used as a focus course for Paralegal Studies majors.

LA 316U

Contract Law 20131 01 3

Wednesday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM

Foreman

$1,197

•

Adult and part-time students – those who work and need a flexible program with scheduling choices. Liberal arts graduates who want to continue studies that lead to an advanced degree but without predetermined curriculum that more structured majors provide. People in specialized professions – teachers, engineers, technical experts, health professionals – who want to broaden and deepen their understanding of their society in a variety of areas. Students who want to bring together perspectives traditionally divided by disciplinary boundaries, develop interests that require multiple points of view (e.g., the humanities and health care; philosophy; artistic expression and politics). Working people for whom a master’s degree is an important career credential, one that may offer opportunities for career advancement, promotion, and scheduled salary improvements.

Law of formation, legal construction, execution, and enforcement of and remedies under contracts.

LA 319U

Paralegal Ethics 22673 01H 3

Monday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM

Geiger

$1,197

This course will provide the tools to understand the ethical requirements governing both attorneys and paralegals. Classes will use 'real world' experiences with studies and hypotheticals addressing, to name a few, the unauthorized practice of law, confidentiality, conflicts of interest, law firm management, attorney advertising, and maintaining the integrity of the paralegal profession.

Registering for an Online or Hybrid Class?

This class may be used as a focus course for Paralegal Studies majors. In-class/online hybrid. In-class sessions: Jan 9, 16, 30; Feb 13, 27; Mar 12, 26; Apr 9, 23.

Marketing MKT 321U Marketing 20144 01

Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM

Myers

$1,197

Activities by which the planning and exchange of ideas, goods, and services are explained from inception to final consumption. Analysis of markets and their environments, development of marketing strategy, evaluation and control of marketing programs.

If you’re planning to register for an online or hybrid class, you should activate your Net ID before the start of the semester. See page 9 for complete instructions.

MKT 321U is not open to majors or minors in the Business School.

Please review your schedule on BannerWeb before classes begin to verify class location.

SPRING 2012 SCHEDULE OF CLASSES CRN

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Kitchen

$1,434

Master of Liberal Arts MLA 508U Science Seminar 23440 01 3 Wednesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM

An interdisciplinary graduate seminar in science. Topics vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit. MLA students only.

Registering for an Online or Hybrid Class?

If you’re planning to register for an online or hybrid class, you should activate your Net ID before the start of the semester. See page 9 for complete instructions.

MLA 510U Great Trials in American History 23877 01 3 Thursday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM

Turner

$1,434

MLA 570U Independent Research 23441 01 3 TBD

–

Eakin

$1,434

Eakin

$1,434

Requires prior approval of coordinator. MLA students only.

MLA 599U Seminar in Liberal Arts 22654 01 3 Tuesday 6:00 PM–8:30 PM

Discussion of selected readings designed to assist student's drawing meaningful closure to the MLA program. Each student will develop a final project growing out of theme, interest or topic that has served to integrate student's program. Sharing of preparation and results of the projects will be an essential component of the course. Course to be offered both spring semester and summer term each year and should be taken as final course in student's program. MLA students only.

Mathematics MATH 300U Critical Thinking and Analysis 23432 01 3 Thursday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM Childers/Walk

$1,197

Analysis of quantitative and qualitative data for decision-making in the business, law, governmental, and non-profit sectors. Application of common algebra, statistics, and basic calculus to solve common classes of problems. MATH 103U or college algebra or higher. Pre- or co-requisite: ADED 300U or ADED 301U/302U.

MATH 307U Quantitative Methods in Social Science 20143 01 3 Thursday 5:50 PM–8:35 PM

Leonard

$1,197

This course introduces the skills needed in order to analyze data pertaining to the HRM field such as retention patterns, compensation differences, performance measurements, etc. Topics covered will include descriptive statistics as well as regression and analysis of variance. Focus will be placed on finding answers to HRM questions and problems using a quantitative approach.

UNIVERSITY OF RICHMOND School of Professional and Continuing Studies • spcs.richmond.edu • (804) 289-8133

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Zelinski

$1,197

Philosophy PHIL 398U ST: The Problem of Evil 23444 01B 3 Online

Traditionally in western philosophy of religion, the problem of evil is the problem of reconciling the existence of the evil (or suffering) in the world with the existence of an omniscient (all-knowing), omnipotent (all-powerful) and omnibenevolent (all-good) God. Proponents of the problem assert: if God exists and has all these attributes, then there would be no evil; yet evil (i.e., tremendous suffering) clearly exists. In this course, we will examine various versions of this problem as well as various traditional and contemporary responses to it. Moreover, since the problem of reconciling evil/suffering with a conception of 'the Sacred' extends beyond Monotheism, we will also examine approaches to this general and deep problem from other major world religions.

PHIL 598U ST: The Problem of Evil 23442 01B 3 Online

–

Zelinski

$1,434

PSYC 398U ST: Psychology of Intuition 23456 02 3 Wednesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM

Carvelli

$1,197

Carl Jung described intuition as 'a perception of realities which are not known to the conscious, and which goes via the unconscious.' Intuition is a creative process with the capacity to inspire. The American Psychological Association

PSYC 398U ST: Beyond Grief: Effective Strategies for Coping with Loss 23457 03 3 Monday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Forbes

Did You Know?

New Student Orientation takes place on January 4, 2012 See page 26 for details.

$1,197

Grief associated with the loss of a loved one or the ending of a significant relationship is one of the most profound of all human emotions. Each year, millions of Americans experience the death of a close family member while many more cope with the loss of a significant relationship. This course will explore the emotions, behaviors, beliefs, and attitudes associated with significant loss. Traditional stage theories of grief as well as more modern developmental theories of coping will be explored. Topics will include cross-cultural attitudes toward death and loss; the understanding of and care for terminally ill patients; communal mourning and grief practices; suicide and euthanasia; resiliency and divorce. Reading and classroom activities will be supplemented by students' self-exploration and writing of feelings, attitudes, and beliefs about loss.

PSYC 598U ST: Beyond Grief: Effective Strategies for Coping with Loss 23443 01 3 Monday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Forbes

$1,434

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Sec

Hrs.

Day

Time

Instructor

Cost

Moorefield

$1,197

Sociology Deviance SOC 305U 20151 01

Registering for an Online or Hybrid Class?

If you’re planning to register for an online or hybrid class, you should activate your Net ID before the start of the semester. See page 9 for complete instructions.

Tuesday 6:00 PM–8:40 PM

Social deviance at micro-sociological level, sociological explanations for and current methods of dealing with such behavior. Drug and alcohol abuse, sexual deviance, suicide, mental illness, and child and spouse abuse.

SOC 310U Criminology 22662 01 3

Thursday 6:00 PM–8:40 PM

Moorefield

$1,197

Laws, prevalence and distribution of crime; theories of crime; types of criminal behavior; police actions; court actions; the penal system.

Speech Communication SPCH 105U Interpersonal Communication 20153 01 3 Monday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM

Helms

$1,197

Analysis of complex and interacting factors that contribute to effective transmission of ideas; emphasis on understanding underlying principles.

SPCH 206U Group Communication 20155 01 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM

Helms

$1,197

Modern theory and methodology; student participation in group discussion relating theory to specific communication problems.

SPCH 398U ST: Dark Side of Communication 23458 01B 3 Online

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Roberts

$1,197

The 'Dark Side' is a metaphor used to examine the immoral, abusive, dysfunctional, destructive and even criminal dimensions of interpersonal communication. This course relies on scholarly research to ignite discussion and debate on the value of the dark side paradigm in our daily lives. Some of the topics include infidelity, bullying, intimate partner abuse, jealousy, stalking, child abuse, parent abuse, deception, and secrets. Students are expected to read a significant amount of social scientific research and research one area of the Dark Side.

Theatre THTR 398U ST: Art of the Performing Body 23778 01 3 Thursday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM

Hodal

$1,197

This course will survey the evolution of Western theatre and dance from primitive forms through to modern day trends. We will consider cultural, economic, religious, and political contexts as factors influencing the development of the 'theatricalized' human body in performance. We will look at the evolution of the performer - and the performing body - through dual timelines (drama and dance), sketched out with broad strokes. The definition of - and demand for - the performing artist emerged from primitive, early ritual forms and evolved over the centuries into a highly specialized, skilled, and often elite group of professionals. Uncovering the continuum of identity/integration/ separation/reintegration between theatre and dance, actors and dancers, will provide a unifying thread of inquiry.

UNIVERSITY OF RICHMOND School of Professional and Continuing Studies • spcs.richmond.edu • (804) 289-8133

Academic Advising

At SPCS an academic advisor is a student’s principal point of contact for academic issues that impact progress toward a degree. Academic advisors assist with course planning, registration, academic counseling and can direct students to a variety of campus resources. Contact your advisor when you: • have questions about majors, minors, certificate programs • have filed for graduation • are preparing to register for the next semester and want to plan your schedule • want to explore changing majors or adding a minor • have questions about our new undergraduate programs • have questions about the registration process • are having academic difficulties SPCS students are now assigned to an advisor by major. You can reach your advisor by phone or e-mail for questions. You can also contact an advisor to schedule a phone or in-person appointment.

Advisor Assignments Caroline Bear

(804) 287-1291 • cbear@richmond.edu • Human Resources Management— undergraduate and graduate • Information Systems and IT Management

John Butt

(804) 289-8137 • jbutt@richmond.edu • Weekend College—on-campus and off-campus • Paralegal Studies

Lois Willis

(804) 287-1810 • lwillis2@richmond.edu • Undergraduate Liberal Arts majors • Emergency Services Management and Disaster Science—undergraduate and graduate

John Zinn

(804) 287-6378 • jzinn@richmond.edu • Director of Enrollment Management and Student Services • MLA liaison

Did You Know?

New Student Orientation takes place on January 4, 2012 See page 26 for details.

MLA Students MLA students work with Dr. Frank Eakin, MLA program coordinator, on all advising matters. MLA students may contact Dr. Eakin at feakin@richmond.edu or (804) 289-8326.

Education Students Teacher Licensure Program and Master of Education students work with representatives from SPCS’s Education Department on all advising. Call (804) 289-8427 with advising questions.

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Join us for coffee, conversation and continental breakfast. The SPCS Breakfast Forum is a monthly networking breakfast series for current students and alumni offered in partnership with the SCS Student Government Association and the SCS Alumni Association. Visit us online to see our schedule of upcoming topics: spcs.richmond.edu/breakfast

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Italy Florence and Tuscany Province June 18 – 28, 2012

Program EDUC 318U/518U: Diverse Learners Join the University of Richmond School of Professional and Continuing Studies for a Teacher Licensure Program (TLP) study abroad course set in the stunning medieval city of Florence, the spectacular capital of the region of Tuscany and in the heart of central Italy, Reggello, the picturesque market town tucked between Arno river valley and the mountains of Pratomagno — while earning three credits for EDUC 318U/518U: Diverse Learners. Fifteen hours of course instruction before and after the study abroad will be held during the 8-Week Summer 2012 schedule.

Experience, Explore and Engage Experience first-hand the international issues regarding our changing school population and diverse learner needs. Visit ancient Italian cities on day trips including Pisa, Assisi, Siena and Lucca. Explore the territory of Florence and its exceptional world heritage, overflow of palaces, churches, and museums filled with masterful paintings and sculptures. Engage with others to become citizens of the world. This trip features a fair amount of walking over uneven, unpaved, or cobbled surfaces. For your comfort and safety, we recommend this program only to individuals in good physical condition. If you have difficulty walking or are wheelchair-bound, please consult us for guidance.

What’s Included

• Tuition for the three semester hour course, EDUC 318U/518U: Diverse Learners • Villa accommodations and most meals during the 10 days: 5 nights at Foresteria Valdese in Florence and 5 nights at Casa Cares near Reggello, Italy (double occupancy) • Farewell dinner at Ristorante Archimede • All transportation within Italy • Entrance to Uffizi Gallery and Academy in Florence • Transfers from/to airport on day of arrival and departure • Health and accident insurance including liability for UR students

The program fee does not include the following costs:

• • • • •

Personal expenses Airfare Meals during day tours Select museum entrance fees Beverages at Foresteria and Casa Cares

Lodging

• Villa accommodations for 5 nights at Foresteria Valdese in Florence and 5 nights at Casa Cares near Reggello, Italy (double occupancy)

Please review your schedule on BannerWeb before classes begin to verify class location.

Application Deadline January 24, 2012

Application Information

The study abroad course is open to current UR Teacher Licensure Program students, Master of Education students and practicing teachers seeking professional development or licensure renewal candidates. Please submit applications to Pat Amann in the Teacher Education Office, North Court 300.

Requirement

Mandatory attendance to all orientation meetings.

Cost

$3,500 for course participants.

Payment Schedule:

• Non-refundable $200 deposit due Decemeber 15, 2011. (This will be used toward the total cost of $3,500) • First payment of $1,750 due March 15, 2012 • Final payment of $1,750 due April 16, 2012

Program Director Cathy Fisher

Department

University of Richmond, SPCS Teacher Education

Contact Information

Phone: (804) 484-1584 Email: pburgess@richmond.edu Fax: (804) 287-6369

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Payment

PAYMENT IN FULL IS DUE BY THE END OF THE FIRST WEEK OF THE TERM WHETHER OR NOT AN INVOICE HAS BEEN RECEIVED. Students have the option of paying for classes with a check, cash or credit card (online only, MasterCard, American Express, Discover). There is a fee for paying by credit card. You are responsible to meet all payment deadlines, even if you have not been invoiced. You may also make payments using the Tuition Pay plan. For more information regarding payment of fees, contact the Office of Student Accounts at (804) 289-8147. Failure to make satisfactory financial arrangements can result in delay of graduation, denial of registration, removal from classes, withholding of transcripts, and/or referral to a collection agency. If your student account is referred to a collection agency, you will be liable for all collection costs, including attorney fees and other charges necessary for collection of this debt. Accounts referred to collection are reported to credit bureau(s). By registering for classes you are acknowledging receipt of this information and your acceptance of the associated responsibilities.

Tuition Payments

Full payment or plan of payment is due to the Student Accounts office by the end of the first week of the term or you will be dropped from class. You are responsible to meet all payment deadlines even if you have not been invoiced. You may pay using one of the following methods. 1. Pay on-line through BannerWeb (bannerweb.richmond.edu), click on Student Services/Pay Tuition and Fees. You can pay using e-check for no fee, or by credit card with a fee (MasterCard, American Express, Discover). If you have a student account hold on your account, it will be released immediately. 2. Check payable to the University of Richmond. 3. Cash 4. Tuition Pay Plan (arrangements must be made by August 10 for the fall semester and December 10 for the spring semester.)

Tuition and Fee Refund

Refund percentages are administered according to the following schedule: Withdrawal on or before the first day of class: 100% Withdrawal during the first week of classes: 100% Withdrawal during the second week of classes: 70% Withdrawal during third week of classes: 50% Withdrawal during the fourth week of classes: 25% Withdrawal during the fifth week of classes: 25% Withdrawal during the sixth week of classes: 25% Withdrawal after the sixth week of classes: None Tuition Payment Plan from Tuition Pay What is Tuition Pay? Tuition Pay by Sallie Mae is an educational financing company that provides families and students with a low cost plan for budgeting tuition and other education expenses. The Tuition Pay Monthly plan is NOT a loan program, therefore no debt is incurred. There are no interest or finance charges assessed by Tuition Pay on the unpaid balance due to the college. The only fee to budget payments through Tuition Pay is a $35.00 per semester nonrefundable enrollment fee. Payments made through Tuition Pay are considerably less expensive than the cost of obtaining loans or paying with credit cards. There is no credit search or qualifications necessary to use Tuition Pay. Budget Period To qualify for the 3 or 4 month payment plan, Tuition Pay must receive student applications by August 10th for the Fall semester or December 10th for the Spring semester. The budget period is August through October or November for the Fall semester and January through March or April for the Spring semester. The Tuition Pay payment plan is not available for courses offered during the Summer semester. How to apply for Tuition Pay To enroll in the Tuition Pay Monthly plan simply go to their website at tuitionpay.salliemae.com/richmond and click on “enroll now.”

What if I have questions about my Tuition Pay Account? Call 1-877-279-6092 to speak to an account representative once your account is set up. You may also contact the Student Accounts Office at (804) 289-8147. Can changes be made to my account? Yes. Notify the Student Accounts Office at the University of changes resulting from additional Financial Aid, course additions/withdrawals, etc. Call (804) 289-8147.

General Fee Refund

Students are matriculated by semester. If a student withdraws from classes or is dropped from the University for whatever cause, a refund of fees for a fall or spring semester shall be made in accordance with the University’s refund policy, based on the schedule above. This schedule is adapted for summer terms. Students who withdraw from the University and who are receiving any financial assistance may be required to return such assistance per Public Law 668.22 and institutional policy. The University of Richmond complies with all federal regulations governing recipients of federal Title IV funds. Information regarding financial aid refund policies is available in the Financial Aid Office. The amount of the refund is based on the date that written withdrawal notification is received in the Office of the Dean. Any special fee is non-refundable after the first day of class.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Appeals Process The University of Richmond has an appeal process for students and parents who believe individual circumstances warrant exceptions from published policy. All appeals must be in writing and directed to: Annemarie Weitzel, Bursar Box R University of Richmond, Virginia 23173 or bursar@richmond.edu

Tuition Insurance Plan

By contracting with Dewar, Inc., the University of Richmond is pleased to extend the tuition refund plan to students enrolled in the School of Professional and Continuing Studies. This plan is designed to protect the tuition and fees of students that become ill and are unable to complete their semester by alleviating – if not eliminating – any financial loss. A student who has withdrawn from classes due to illness or personal injury will receive: • 100% of insured term tuition and fees, or • 60% of insured term tuition and fees if the withdrawal is the result of a mental/nervous disorder. For more information on this low cost insurance (.6% of your charges), please visit www.collegerefund.com and select University of Richmond from the drop down selection box or call A.W.G. Dewar, Inc. at (617) 774-1555.

E-Invoice and E-Payment FAQ What is an e-Invoice and e-Payment? The e-Invoice is an electronic system for all students to view, print and make payments on line. An electronic invoice is sent monthly to each student’s official UR email address. It can also be sent to any person that has been authorized by the student. What company does the University of Richmond partner with to provide this service? The University is contracted with QuikPAY®, a hosted electronic invoice and payment service. Our contract with them ensures that the processes are compliant with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. Is the QuikPAY® site secure? The technical architecture/security of the QuikPAY® product uses intrusion detection and firewall systems to protect the network. The University of Richmond believes that security is a very important factor in providing e-Invoicing and e-Payment services. How can I make an e-payment? e-Payment is an optional feature once you have activated your University of Richmond email account and have received your first e-Invoice. Checking and savings account information from a US Bank can be entered at the QuikPAY® website and payments will be transferred electronically to the University of Richmond. You have the option to have the site retain your bank account information or you may enter it each time you make an e-Payment. Authorized payers are only able to view their own payment and bank information. Each authorized payer is assigned a separate Log In and Password for added security and privacy. Can I pay my e-Invoice with a credit card? The University of Richmond accepts MasterCard, Discover and American Express online only. Visa is not currently accepted. A vendor fee of 2.75% (of the amount charged) will be charged to your card. I do not feel comfortable paying my invoice on line. What other payment methods are available? Paying electronically is the preferred payment method, however it is optional. You may mail your payment or pay at the Cashiers Office in Sarah Brunet Hall. To mail a check or money order, please print a copy of the PDF invoice, detach the bottom portion of the statement and mail it with the payment (payable to the University of Richmond with your UR ID number printed clearly on the check) to: University of Richmond Box R University of Richmond VA 23173 How do students log in and view their invoice? Students receive a monthly email notification with the subject line “University of Richmond student account invoice statement” with a link to the QuikPAY® website. The student’s University of Richmond ID number is used for authentication. Students can also access their account through BannerWeb, http://bannerweb.richmond.edu/ Student Services/Pay Tuition and Fees. Upon login, students can view their invoice, as well as retain bank account information, pay the invoice electronically, and print paper copies. How can my authorized payers log in, view and pay the invoice? Students have the ability to authorize others to receive and access invoices. Students must set up the authorized payers in the system. Students need to log into the University of Richmond QuikPAY® website via BannerWeb/ Student Services/Pay Tuition and Fees and select Authorized Payer on the navigation bar. Follow the online instructions to create a user name and temporary password for each authorized payer. (The temporary password must be changed by the authorized payer when he/she first logs on to the site.) Authorized payers will also receive an automated email notification with the login name informing them that they have been authorized. The student will provide the password to the authorized payer. Each invoice cycle, both the student and the authorized payers will receive an email notifying them that the e-Invoicel has been sent. Students and authorized payers receive a link in their email that takes them directly to the QuikPAY® login page.

Please review your schedule on BannerWeb before classes begin to verify class location.

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Financial Aid and Scholarships

Financial assistance, in the form of scholarships, grants, and loans, is available to School of Professional and Continuing Studies (SPCS) students who need help with their educational expenses. Students must be enrolled in a degree or certificate program at Richmond and must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. All SPCS degree and certificate programs are eligible programs for financial aid consideration EXCEPT Leadership certificate. Specific enrollment requirements and application processes vary depending on the aid program and are outlined below. Most applications are available on line at: http://financialaid.richmond.edu Registering for an

Online or Hybrid Class?

Scholarships If you’re planning to register for Several scholarships are available for School of Profesan online or hybrid class, you sional and Continuing Studies students who are actively should activate your Net ID pursuing a planned program of study and who have before the start of the semester. completed at least 15 semester hours in the School of See page 9 for complete Professional and Continuing Studies. Call the School of instructions. Professional and Continuing Studies at (804) 289-8133 to request an application (leave your name, address, and zip code). Deadline for applications is July 1 prior to the start of the school year for which the student is applying. Loans Federal Direct and private loans are available for students who are enrolled in a degree or certificate program on at least a half-time basis (6 credit hours/term). Contact the Financial Aid office at (804) 289-8438 or finaid@richmond.edu for application information. Financial Aid applications and Loan applications must be submitted at least six weeks prior to the start of the term for funding to be available by the time classes begin. Federal Pell Grants Pell grants are available to needy students enrolled in an undergraduate degree or certificate program for at least three credit hours/term. You must qualify per the federal need analysis formula. Contact the Financial Aid office at (804) 289-8438 or finaid@richmond.edu for application information. Financial Aid applications must be completed at least six weeks prior to the start of the term for funding to be available by the time classes begin. Virginia Tuition Assistance Grant (VTAG) Virginia residents enrolled full-time (12 credit hours/term for undergraduates and 9 credit hours/term for graduate students) in a degree program may apply for VTAG. Contact the Financial Aid office at 289-8438 or finaid@richmond.edu for a VTAG application. Deadline is July 31, 2011 for the 2011-12 academic year. (VTAG applications may be submitted after the deadline but will only be considered if funding is available for late applications.) Financial aid is generally disbursed to the student’s account at the start of each term. If financial aid exceeds billable charges, then the student has a credit balance and is due a refund. Refunds for fall term, assuming all financial aid paperwork has been submitted, will be made in early September, 2011.

Parking Permits

Parking permits are required for all students. Register online at police.richmond.edu or call 289-8703. Fee will be billed to your tuition account. Cost is $35 through Summer 2012.

Attendance

A student may be absent no more than 25% of class meetings, including absences due to late enrollment. If a student has more than the maximum number of absences, whether excused or unexcused, a grade of “V” (failure due to excessive absences) will be recorded. The instructor may set a more rigorous attendance policy or, with the approval of the Dean, waive the attendance policy for a student demonstrating sufficient course knowledge and just cause.

Adding and Dropping Classes

The two-week Drop period and the oneweek Add period (with payment due at the time of registration) begins Monday, January 9, 2012. During the first week of the term, you may add or drop courses by accessing BannerWeb online. In general, BannerWeb is available 24 hours a day with the exception of 5 p.m. Friday through 6 a.m. Saturday. You will need your personal identification number (PIN) which initially is your birth date (MMDDYY). You will need to change it after the first use. • The one-week Add period ends at 5:00 p.m. Saturday, January 14, 2012. Payment is due at the time of registration. • The two-week Drop period ends at 5:00 p.m. Saturday, January 21, 2012. • Withdrawals after January 21, 2012, must be in writing and mailed or delivered to the Office of the Dean.

Withdrawing From a Class

Ordinarily, a student may not withdraw from a course after the end of the seventh week of classes except for medical reasons. For the spring 2012 term, the last day to withdraw is February 24, 2012. Students who stop attending class without notifying the School of Professional and Continuing office will receive the grade of V (failure due to excessive absences) regardless of the last date of attendance and are responsible for payment of any fees due.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Grades on BannerWeb

Grades are available online on BannerWeb, giving students access to their grades at the end of each semester. Students can also check grade changes, incomplete make-ups, and posting of transfer credit throughout the year from any location. BannerWeb: bannerweb.richmond.edu The Registrar’s Office no longer issues grade mailers. Students can now request official transcripts in person, in writing or by fax. There is no charge. Students should include their name, University ID, address, telephone number and signature. Requests without a signature cannot be processed. MAIL transcript requests to: Office of the University Registrar University of Richmond, VA 23173 FAX transcript requests to: (804) 287-6578.

Changes to Your Profile

I.D. cards for non-degree seeking students and other correspondence will be mailed to the permanent address currently listed on the system. If you have recently moved, complete the New Student Information form in this publication or call the School of Professional and Continuing Studies office at (804) 289-8133 to update your student profile including your address, phone number or employment.

Holds

Access to web registration is prevented by holds. You may access BannerWeb to query your holds. If you have a question about a hold, please contact the appropriate office. The following holds will prevent students from registering. Bursar’s Office, Dean’s Office Registrar’s Office, Student Health Perkins Loan in Repayment Student Accounts, Parking Services

Confidentiality

University of Richmond procedures and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (P.L. 93-380) as amended, prohibit the unauthorized release of confidential information about individual students. However, directory information is not considered to be confidential and may be published or otherwise released. The University of Richmond has designated the following items as directory information:

student name; permanent, campus, local (off-campus), email and campus computer network (IP) addresses, and associated telephone numbers; date and place of birth; major and/or minor fields of study; participation in officially recognized activities and sports; weight and height of members of athletic teams; dates of attendance; degrees and awards received; previous schools attended; and photographs. Further information on the University’s policy is available on the Office of the University Registrar’s web page at: registrar.richmond.edu/ferpa or by contacting the Office of the University Registrar. Students may opt to have their directory information withheld. To exercise this option, the appropriate form must be obtained from the Office the University Registrar, completed and returned to that office. Once filed this form remains in effect until withdrawn in writing by the student to the Office of the University Registrar. For further information, contact the Office of the University Registrar (phone: (804) 289-8639, email: registrar@richmond.edu).

Rights With Respect to Educational Records

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords students certain rights with respect to their education records. These rights include: 1. Access to Education Records: Students have the right to inspect and review their education records within 45 days of the day the University receives a written request for access. Students should submit their request to the Office of the University Registrar and specify the record(s) they wish to inspect. Arrangements will be made for access and the student notified of the time and place where the records may be inspected. 2. Request for Amendment of Education Records: Students have the right to request amendment of their education records if they believe the records are inaccurate. They should write the University Registrar, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate. If the University decides not to amend the record as requested by the student, the University will notify the student of the decision and advise the student of his or her right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding hearing procedures will

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be provided to the student when notified of the right to a hearing. 3. Disclosure of Education Records: Students have the right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. One exception which permits disclosure without consent is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interest. A school official is a person employed by the University in an administrative, supervisory, academic or research, or support staff position (including law enforcement unit personnel and health staff); a person or company with whom the University has contracted (such as an attorney, auditor, or collection agent); a person serving on the Board of Trustees; or a student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility. Upon request, the University discloses records without consent to officials of another school in which a student seeks or intends to enroll. 4. Right to File a Complaint: Students have the right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the University of Richmond to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the office that administers FERPA is: Family Policy Compliance Office U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Ave., SW Washington, DC 20202-4605 Note: Because of the access afforded by a University ID, this number is not considered directory information and will not be released without a student's consent except in situations as listed above. Students should treat the University ID as confidential-it should be protected and not carelessly shared with others. It will be used for a student's entire time at the University of Richmond, so it should always be treated in a confidential manner. Registrar’s Web page at registrar.richmond.edu/ferpa or by contacting the Office of the University Registrar. 37

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BannerWeb Registration Instructions Logging in to BannerWeb 1. Log into BannerWeb directly from any computer with Internet access: bannerweb.richmond.edu 2. Enter your University ID. Details regarding ID and PIN Number are on the login screen. 3. Enter your PIN. If you have forgotten your PIN, call the Help Desk at (804) 287-6400. 4. If you are logging into BannerWeb for the first time, re-enter your PIN. 5. Read and accept “Terms of Usage” by clicking CONTINUE. (You will only need to do this once per term.) 6. Click on STUDENT. Add/Drop Classes 1. To Add or Drop Classes, click on REGISTRATION. Click on ADD/DROP CLASSES. 2. Select the TERM that you wish to use. 3. Enter the CRNs (Course Request Numbers) for the classes you wish to ADD to your schedule in the ADD CLASS boxes at the bottom of the page. 4. Use the ACTION pull-down boxes to DROP classes from your current schedule. 5. When finished, click on SUBMIT CHANGES to submit your requests. Always scroll to the right to check the registration status of your courses. You are registered in the class if the status reads “Registered” or “Web Registered.” Errors, if any, will be displayed at the bottom of the page. 6. To CONFIRM and PRINT your schedule, return to the STUDENT menu and click STUDENT DETAIL SCHEDULE. 7. EXIT BannerWeb by clicking on EXIT at the top right of the page. For maximum security, always close your browser. Look Up Classes To Add and Course Availability 1. From the REGISTRATION menu, click LOOK-UP CLASSES TO ADD. (If you have not already done so, select the TERM you wish to use.) 2. Select the critieria that you want to use in your search. You must select at least one SUBJECT. Click on GET CLASSES to execute your search.

3.Classes returned with a CHECKBOX on the left column are open for registration. To register, click the CHECKBOX and click the REGISTER button at the bottom of the page. If prompted, enter the TERM PIN that you received from your advisor. Errors, if any, will be displayed at the bottom of the page. 4. Classes returned with the letter “C” in the left column are CLOSED. 5. If classes are returned without a CHECKBOX, then you are not allowed to register at the present time. However, you can still check COURSE AVAILABILITY by scrolling completely to the RIGHT of the page. A “C” will always display when a course is closed even when it is not your time to register. 6. To CONFIRM and PRINT your schedule, return to the STUDENT menu (button at top right) and click STUDENT DETAIL SCHEDULE. 7. EXIT BannerWeb by clicking on EXIT at the top right of the page. For maximum security, always close your browser. Additional Information Through BannerWeb, you can register for classes, drop classes, view your schedule, view your grades for a specific term, and view your unofficial University of Richmond transcript. You are responsible for all activity on your BannerWeb account including PIN maintenance, registration, and security. Important Notes About Security • It is strongly recommended that you change your PIN number frequently. See instructions below. If you forget your PIN and wish to have it temporarily reset to your birth date, you must contact the Information Services Help Desk at (804) 287-6400. • To protect your privacy, BannerWeb will automatically terminate a session if there are more than five minutes of inactivity. Should this occur, you will need to repeat the login process and start your session again. • You should always close your browser after exiting your BannerWeb session. • BannerWeb will not allow you to be logged in from different computers at the same time. If this occurs, your session will be terminated.

Logging In BannerWeb is a secured web site that may be accessed over the Internet through the Registrar’s homepage: registar.richmond.edu Or, via the following link: bannerweb.richmond.edu A valid University ID number and PIN are required to access BannerWeb. If you are logging in to BannerWeb for the first time, you will be prompted to change your PIN when you first log into BannerWeb. You may change your PIN at any time by accessing the Personal Information Menu. See the “Change PIN” section below for more information. Personal Information Menu • Change PIN: It is highly recommended that you change your PIN number frequently. PIN numbers must be 6 characters. Key in the new PIN carefully. • View Address and Phone: Verify your active addresses and phone numbers that are currently in Banner. To make changes, contact the Office of the University Registrar. • Name Change Information: Learn how to officially change your name. • Social Security Number Change Information: Learn how to officially change or update your Social Security records. • View E-mail Addresses: View your active University e-mail addresses that are currently in Banner.

University of Richmond Uses Alternate IDs You must have a University ID to register. This is NOT your social security number. New students will be mailed their University ID after we have received and processed their New Student Information Form. Continuing students who do not have or know their University ID can call (804) 287-6572 to request that a copy be mailed to them. Because of security and confidentiality policies, we cannot give out University IDs over the phone or via email.

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School of Professional and Continuing Studies Undergraduate Application/New Student Information Form

Student Information

Unless noted, all fields are required. Please print.

UR ID/SSN

I would like to begin courses in: FALL 20

SSN will be replaced by an ALTERNATE ID number, which will be used as your primary identification.

SPRING 20

SUMMER 20

NAME LAST NAME

FIRST NAME

MIDDLE NAME OR INITIAL

ADDRESS STREET STATE

CITY

HOME PHONE

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PERMANENT RESIDENT OF: BIRTH DATE:

ZIP CODE

CELL PHONE

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APT

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E-MAIL Virginia City

Virginia County

GENDER:  MALE  FEMALE

Other State or Country

US CITIZEN  Yes  No If no, see note on page 2.

IS ENGLISH YOUR NATIVE LANGUAGE?  Yes  No If no, have official TOEFL scores sent directly to the University of Richmond (School Code: 5569). If you have taken the TOEFL and requested that a score report be sent to the University of Richmond, please indicate the month and year that you took the TOEFL: __________________

ETHNICITY/RACE (Optional) 1. Are you Hispanic/Latino?  Yes, Hispanic or Latino  No 2. Regardless of your answer to the prior question, please select one or more of the following ethnicities that best describe you:  American Indian or Alaska Native  Asian  Black or African American  Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

 White

Employer Information EMPLOYER

BUSINESS PHONE

WORK ADDRESS STREET

SUITE/BLDG/FLOOR

CITY

STATE

ZIP CODE

Other Information Have you ever taken courses in or been accepted into any program at the University of Richmond?  Yes  No If yes, give dates:

DIVISION/SCHOOL

Name when you attended

Have you been dismissed from a college or university within the last year?  Yes  No Have you ever been convicted of a crime other than a minor traffic violation?  Yes  No If yes, please explain: As of July 1, 2006, Virginia law requires all public and private two-and-four-year institutions of higher education to electronically transmit information about applicants accepted for enrollment at each institution to the State Police for comparison to the Virginia Criminal Information Network and National Crime Information Center Convicted Sexual Offender Registry. If the University is notified that an admitted student has committed a sex offense, the admitted student is subject to the admission being revoked.

Signature of Applicant (Required)

Date For fastest service, fax your completed form to (804) 289-8138. Mailing Address University of Richmond School of Professional and Continuing Studies Attn: SPCS Admissions 28 Westhampton Way, Richmond, Virginia 23173 If you are pursuing a degree at this time, please check this box and continue with PART 2 on the next page. Please review your schedule on BannerWeb before classes begin to verify class location.

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School of Professional and Continuing Studies

PART 2

Undergraduate Application/New Student Information Form Program of Study (Check one)

Leadership Studies  Certificate in Applied Studies in Leadership (bachelor’s degree not required)

Emergency Management  Bachelor of Science in Professional Studies (Fall 2012 and beyond)

(Spring 2012 and beyond)

Human Resource Management  Bachelor of Applied Studies (Spring 2012 and Summer 2012 only)  Bachelor of Science in Professional Studies (Fall 2012 and beyond)

Liberal Arts  Associate’s Degree (Spring 2012 and Summer 2012 only)  Bachelor of Liberal Arts (Spring 2012 and Summer 2012 only)  Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts (Fall 2012 and beyond)  Weekend College (Fall 2012 and beyond) Location (select one):  Danville  Richmond

Information Systems  Bachelor of Applied Studies in Information Systems (Spring 2012 and Summer 2012 only)  Bachelor of Applied Studies in IT Management (Spring 2012 and Summer 2012 only)  Bachelor of Science in Professional Studies – IT Management (Fall 2012 and beyond)  Certificate–Information Systems1 (bachelor’s degree required) (Spring 2012 and beyond)

Paralegal Studies

 Bachelor of Applied Studies (Spring 2012 and Summer 2012 only)  Bachelor of Science in Professional Studies (Fall 2012 and beyond)  Certificate1 (bachelor’s degree required) (Spring 2012 and beyond)

Students who have already earned a bachelor’s degree and are seeking admission to the Teacher Licensure Program should call (804) 289-8428. Have you applied for financial aid?

 Yes

 No

If not, do you have a GED certificate?

Education Information Name of High School Attended Your name when attended Did you graduate?

 Yes

 No

If yes, name on certificate Names of ALL Colleges Attended

Did you graduate? Degree Earned  Yes

 No

 Yes

 No

 Yes

 No

 Yes

 No

 Yes

 No

Your Name When You Attended

We must receive official transcripts from all colleges or universities where you have attempted college work. Please have official transcripts mailed directly to: University of Richmond School of Professional and Continuing Studies 28 Westhampton Way Attn: SPCS Admissions Richmond, Virginia 23173 If you have NOT attended any colleges or universities, please request that official high school or GED transcripts be mailed to the School of Professional and Continuing Studies at the above address. A student who is not eligible to return to another college or university may not be admitted to any SPCS program, even with unclassified status, until a minimum of one semester has elapsed. Official transcripts from all institutions previously attended by such student must be filed in the Office of the Dean.

1. Effective July 1, 2011, higher education institutions are required by the U.S. Department of Education to disclose data about certain educational programs that prepare students for gainful employment in a recognized occupation. For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed these programs, and other important information, please visit our website at spcs.richmond.edu/certificates/ge-disclosure.html.

UNIVERSITY OF RICHMOND School of Professional and Continuing Studies • spcs.richmond.edu • (804) 289-8133

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School of Professional and Continuing Studies Graduate Application

Nonrefundable application fee of $50.00 must accompany this form. Program of Study (Check one)    

(Checks made payable to School of Professional and Continuing Studies in U.S. funds only.)

Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management1 Master of Liberal Arts Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction Other (Please Specify)

Student Information

 Master in Human Resource Management  Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies1  Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies

Unless noted, all fields are required. Please print.

I would like to begin courses in: FALL 20

UR ID/SSN

SPRING 20

SUMMER 20

SSN will be replaced by an ALTERNATE ID number, which will be used as your primary identification.

This option is not available for M.Ed. students.

NAME LAST NAME

FIRST NAME

MIDDLE NAME OR INITIAL

ADDRESS STREET STATE

CITY

HOME PHONE

(

)

PERMANENT RESIDENT OF: BIRTH DATE:

ZIP CODE

CELL PHONE

(

APT

)

E-MAIL Virginia City

Virginia County

Other State or Country

GENDER:  MALE  FEMALE US CITIZEN  Yes  No (See note on back of application regarding Visa and TOEFL.)

ETHNICITY/RACE (Optional) 1. Are you Hispanic/Latino?  Yes, Hispanic or Latino  No 2. Regardless of your answer to the prior question, please select one or more of the following ethnicities that best describes you:  American Indian or Alaska Native  Asian  Black or African American  Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

 White

Employer Information EMPLOYER

BUSINESS PHONE

ADDRESS STREET

SUITE/BLDG/FLOOR

CITY

STATE

ZIP CODE

Work Experience List work experience from the most recent three years. Date: From/To

Job Title

Company

Professional Certifications and Designations List all professional certificates and designations you have earned (e.g. CLU, CMA, CPA, CEM, CBCP, PEM, PHR, SPHR, etc.).

M.Ed. Applicants: Do you hold a VA teaching license?  Yes  No Endorsement Area(s): Please review your schedule on BannerWeb before classes begin to verify class location.

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School of Professional and Continuing Studies

PART 2

Graduate Application Education Information Names of ALL Colleges Attended

Did you graduate? Degree Earned  Yes

 No

 Yes

 No

 Yes

 No

 Yes

 No

 Yes

 No

Your Name When You Attended

We must receive official transcripts from all colleges or universities where you have attempted college work. Students whose education includes work at non-U.S. colleges or universities should contact the Director of Enrollment Management & Student Services to determine if an evaluation of the academic record by an independent credential evaluation service is required. Please have official transcripts mailed directly to: University of Richmond School of Professional and Continuing Studies • Attn: SPCS Admissions 28 Westhampton Way • University of Richmond, VA 23173

Non-U.S. Citizens If you are not a U.S. citizen, in addition to this application form you must: • Provide a photocopy of your U.S. Visa and financial certification form. (The financial certification form is available from the Office of International Education at the University of Richmond.) • Have official TOEFL scores (for international students whose native language is not English) sent directly to the University of Richmond (School Code: 5569). If you have taken the TOEFL and requested that a score report be sent to the University of Richmond, please indicate the month and year that you took the TOEFL:

Other Information Have you applied for financial aid?

 Yes

 No

Have you ever taken courses in or been accepted into any program at the University of Richmond?  Yes  No If yes, give dates:

DIVISION/SCHOOL

Name when you attended

Have you been dismissed from a college or university within the last year?

 Yes  No A student who is not eligible to return to another college or university may not be admitted to any SPCS program, even with unclassified status, until a minimum of one semester has elapsed. Official transcripts from all institutions previously attended by such student must be filed in the Office of the Dean.

Have you ever been convicted of a crime other than a minor traffic violation?

 Yes  No

If yes, please explain: As of July 1, 2006, Virginia law requires all public and private two- and four-year institutions of higher education to electronically transmit information about applicants accepted for enrollment at each institution to the State Police for comparison to the Virginia Criminal Information Network and National Crime Information Center Convicted Sexual Offender Registry. If the University is notified that an admitted student has committed a sex offense, the admitted student is subject to the admission being revoked.

Signature of Applicant (Required)

Date

This application, the application fee, and all required documents must be received and evaluated before an applicant can be admitted to a program. Although we do not have strict admissions deadlines, we should receive all documents by July 15 for Fall semester admission, October 15 for Spring semester admission or March 15 for Summer admission (not available for M.Ed. applicants) to allow adequate processing time. Required documents include: • Official university and college transcripts from all institutions where you have attempted college work. • Official TOEFL score report (for non-U.S. citizens whose native language is not English). • Transcript evaluation report (for applicants whose education includes work at non-U.S. colleges or universities). • Three letters of recommendation (MLA and M.Ed. and Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership) and a one-page statment of purpose (MLA applicants only). M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction Applicants. All M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction applicants must have achieved more than the minimum passing score on national and state exams. These examinations include the Praxis I exam, the Praxis II Content Knowledge exam, the Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment exam and the Virginia Reading Assessment exam (for elementary candidates). If tests listed were not required at the time of your initial licensure, those tests would not be required to apply. Please forward copies of your exam score reports with your application. UR should have these scores on file for all individuals who are alumni of the Teacher Licensure Program. M.Ed. and Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies Applicants. All M.Ed. and Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies applicants must provide evidence of successful completion of Virginia’s School Leaders Licensure Assessment (SLLA). Please return your completed application, all required documents and $50 application fee to: University of Richmond School of Professional and Continuing Studies • Attn: SPCS Admissions 28 Westhampton Way • University of Richmond, Virginia 23173

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School of Professional and Continuing Studies students are serious about what they do. They have goals in mind and unbelievable drive to achieve them.

Howard Lee, ’07 Paralegal Studies

Did You Know?

New Student Orientation takes place on January 4, 2012. See page 26 for details.

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NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR FALL. Registration begins Nov. 8.

Special Programs Building University of Richmond, VA 23173

S P R I N G It’s not too late to enroll for spring.

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2 O 1 2 DEGREE PROGRAMS FOR ADULT STUDENTS

Registration continues through January 8. Classes begin January 9, 2012.

CLASSES BEGIN JANUARY 9, 2012

Study in Italy this Summer!

New program for Education students now taking applications.