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Mount Vernon Nazarene University

Volume 32

A descriptive catalog with explanations of programs and courses for

2010-2011

Mount Vernon Nazarene University

800 Martinsburg Road Mount Vernon, Ohio 43050-9500

Switchboard (740) 392-6868 Telephone: Automated Extensions: (740) 397-9000

FAX (740) 397-2769

Greetings

Greetings from the President

Realizing the importance of quality education in a distinctly Christian environment, Mount Vernon Nazarene University was established in 1968 to serve eastern Kentucky, West Virginia and Ohio ? the East Central Educational Region. The University has grown from its pioneer days of less than 200 students and approximately 200 acres to more than 2,600 students and 406 acres in 2010.

In my opinion, a Christian liberal arts college provides a superior educational context in which to transform lives. Such education not only prepares students with qualities sought in the work place, such as ethics, integrity, the ability to think critically and analytically and to communicate effectively, but it prepares students for a greater calling ? life itself. In short, we believe Mount Vernon Nazarene University is ? life changing.

MVNU faculty and staff are resolutely committed to the ideal set forth in the University motto "To seek to learn is to seek to serve." Responding to the challenges of contemporary society, Mount Vernon Nazarene University's primary function is not to grant degrees; it is to prepare citizens for a lifestyle of service. The ethic of service must be reinforced by knowledge gained through liberal arts and professional education, and guided by the highest Christian values.

Likewise, the driving force for the campus community is our vision.

Mount Vernon Nazarene University: To Change the World with the Love of Christ.

My prayer is that Mount Vernon Nazarene University alumni around the world will distinguish themselves as leaders who give themselves to help others ? Christ-like leaders who make a difference in the twenty-first century. To this end, I am committed.

Sincerely,

Daniel J. Martin

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Memberships

? Accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, IL 60604-1413, telephone (800) 621-7440 or (312) 263-0456, FAX (312) 263-7462 or .

? All academic programs submitted to the State of Ohio, Board of Regents, for review and approval ? Approved liberal arts and profession-oriented university for the East Central Educational Region of the Church of the

Nazarene ? Member of the America MidEast Athletic Conference ? Member of the Association of Governing Boards ? Member of the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Ohio ? Member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities ? Member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation ? Member of the Council of Independent Colleges ? Member of the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities ? Member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics ? Member of the National Christian College Athletic Association ? Member of the Ohio College Association ? Member of the Ohio Foundation of Independent Colleges ? Business programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs ? Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education accreditation of the baccalaureate degree ? Member of the Ohio League for Nursing and American Association of Colleges of Nursing ? Ohio Board of Nursing - Certificate of Full Approval ? Teaching licensure programs accredited by the National Association of Colleges for Teacher Education and/or approved by

the Ohio Department of Education ? Social work program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education ? School of Theology and Philosophy ordination preparation programs meet the outcomes-based ministerial education

preparation requirement of the Church of the Nazarene's International Course of Study Advisory Committee (ICOSAC). The programs were validated by ICOSAC, adopted by the General Board of the Church of the Nazarene and approved by the Board of General Superintendents as recognized ministerial education courses of study for ordination in the Church of the Nazarene.

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The Traditional Undergraduate Academic Calendar..................................................... 6 Final Exam Schedule ................................................ 10

The University ................................................................. 11

History of the University Denominational Relationship and Control Mission Statement Mission Context Vision Statement Statement of General Education Philosophy and Goals Affirmative Action The Main Campus

Student Life ..................................................................... 19

Student Life Athletics Counseling and Career Services Cultural Opportunities Student Health Services Residence Life Religious Life Student Government Student Publications Standards of Conduct Campus Safety Report

Admissions....................................................................... 23

Traditional Undergraduate Student Admission Academic Preparation Admission Tests Admission Status Admission Procedures Readmission Non-Traditional Student Admission College Level Examination Program Advanced Placement International Baccalaureate

Financial Information..................................................... 33

Expenses and Financial Arrangements Tuition and Fees for Non-Traditional and Graduate Programs Schedule of Charges ? Traditional Programs Other Fees Confirmation/Financial Arrangements Payment Plans Student Financial Responsibility Other Information Refund Policy for Dropping Courses Refund Policy for Withdrawing from the University Financial Aid Loan Programs Student Employment/Workstudy Grants Awards for Academic Excellence Resources for Other Scholarships

Table of Contents

Academic Regulations and Procedures ........................ 43

The Curriculum and Degree Requirements................. 61

Curriculum and Degree Requirements Traditional Undergraduate Degree Requirements Non-Traditional Degree Requirements Courses of Instruction Honors Program

School of Arts and Humanities .............................. 73 Art, Communication, English, Graphic Design, History, Journalism, Modern Languages, Music

School of Business................................................... 95 Business Administration, Accounting, Applied Business Technology, Financial Management, Integrated Business Education, International Business, Management, Management Information Systems, Marketing, Bachelor of Business Administration, Master of Business Administration, Master of Business Administration Health Care Administration, Master of Science in Management

School of Education and Professional Studies.... 109 Early Childhood Education, Intervention Specialist, Middle Childhood Education, Adolescent to Young Adult Education, Multi-age Education, Career Technical Education, Graduate Education Family and Consumer Sciences, Physical Education, Social Work

School of Natural and Social Sciences ................ 137 Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Mathematics, Physics, Allied Health Programs, Psychology, Sociology

School of Nursing and Health Sciences............... 161 Nursing, Medical Technology

School of Theology and Philosophy..................... 165 Christian Education, Church Ministries, Master of Ministry, Certificate of Ministry Preparation, Certificate of Ministry Development, Intercultural Studies (Missions), Philosophy, Religion

Course Descriptions ............................................. 187

Directory of Personnel ................................................. 253 Board of Trustees Administration Faculty

Index.............................................................................. 263

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