Cascadia College 2020-21 Catalog

2020?21 CATALOG

CONTENTS

FROM THE PRESIDENT

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BOARD OF TRUSTEES

General Information

3

VISION

4

MISSION

4

OUR THEMES

4

OUR VALUES

4

ACCREDITATION

5

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ANTI-DISCRIMINATION

5

TITLE IX

Our Learning Environment

A COMPREHENSIVE COLLEGE COMMUNITY

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OUR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

6

FAQ'S

6

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

7

LEARNING OUTCOMES

7

EDUCATIONAL AND CAREER PATHWAYS

9

Programs of Study

DEGREE PROGRAMS

10

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

11

ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS

11

BACHELOR DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

12

ASSOCIATE DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

15

PROFESSIONAL TECHNICAL DEGREE

REQUIREMENTS

35

CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS

45

COURSES BY PROGRAM REQUIREMENT

52-56

Credit Courses

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

57

Admission and Registration

KODIAK CORNER/STUDENT SERVICES

100

APPLYING FOR ADMISSION

100

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

103

CAREER AND COURSE PLANNING

104

REGISTERING FOR CLASSES

105

Tuition, Fees, and Financial Aid

TUITION

106

TUITION CHART

108

TUITION AND FEE WAIVERS

109

FEES

110

FINANCING YOUR EDUCATION

111

Student Resources

LEARNING RESOURCES

116

LEARNING ASSISTANCE

116

CAMPUS SERVICES

117

EMERGENCY COLLEGE CLOSURES

118

STUDENT LIFE

118

Instructional Policies

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

119

TRANSFER SERVICES

120

TRANSFER OF CREDITS

120

ACADEMIC POLICIES

121

LETTER GRADE DESIGNATIONS

126

ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) CREDITS CHART 128

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB)

CREDIT TABLE

129

Students' Rights and Responsibilities

131

Faculty, Administration and

Staff Directory

134

Glossary

138

Index

139

Cascadia College 18345 Campus Way NE ? Bothell, WA 98011 425.352.8000 ? info@cascadia.edu cascadia.edu

CR E AT I NG OPPORTUNITIES

WASHINGTON COMMUNITY AND TECHNICAL COLLEGES

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

FROM THE PRESIDENT

Welcome!

Think critically, learn actively, interact in diverse environments, and communicate with clarity. Those are Cascadia's four learning outcomes driven by our mission to be a collaborative, learner-centered college.

Every class is designed to embrace those learning outcomes and exposes students to small group work where projects, presentations, and teaching others are key components. Whether you're coming back to college after a break, heading to college out of high school, or simply exploring new fields, you'll be exposed to a truly different kind of learning atmosphere at Cascadia.

Cascadia is a young, vibrant college. Its progressive faculty helps students learn that all disciplines relate to each other. Students will see themes discussed across all classes, like global awareness, social justice, or environmental sustainability. Students will be taught on the newest, most dynamic campus in the community college system. And, students will have exposure to our partners, the University of Washington Bothell, on our co-located campus. Cascadia has one of the highest transfer rates in the state for these very reasons.

We are committed to helping you reach your educational goals and hope you'll use this catalog to help guide your way. If you're in need of help, reach out to one of the staff or faculty. We're here to help you succeed!

Sincerely,

Eric W. Murray, Ph.D. President, Cascadia College

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Cascadia College Board of Trustees

The college is governed by a Board of Trustees, which is appointed by the Governor. The Board members are (top to bottom): Roy Captain, Mike Kelly, Janet McDaniel, Dr. Colleen Ponto, and Dr. Meghan Quint.

CASCADIA COLLEGE

GENERAL INFORMATION

VISION

Every individual is supported and engaged in lifelong learning.

MISSION

Transforming lives through integrated education in a learning-centered community.

OUR THEMES

access ? integrated education ? learningcentered environment ? assessment of student success ? institutional sustainability

OUR VALUES

a caring community diversity, equity & inclusion

collaboration access success

innovation environmental sustainability

global awareness responsiveness

creativity

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2020-21 Academic Calendar

July 2

July 6 Aug. 27

Summer Quarter 2020

Independence Day/ College Closed First Day of Summer Quarter Last Day of Summer Quarter

Sept. 1 Sept. 7 Sept. 11 Sept. 18-19 Sept. 28 Oct. 27

Nov. 11 Nov. 26 Nov. 27

Dec. 16

Fall Quarter 2020

First Day of Pre-Fall Classes Labor Day/College Closed Last Day of Pre-Fall Classes Rosh Hashana First Day of Fall Quarter Non-Instructional Day/ No Classes/Offices Closed Veterans Day/College Closed Thanksgiving/College Closed Native American Heritage Day/ College Closed Last Day of Fall Quarter

Dec. 25 Jan. 1 Jan. 4

Jan. 18

Jan. 28

Feb. 15 Mar. 19

Winter Quarter 2021

Christmas Holiday/College Closed New Year's Day/College Closed First Day of Winter Quarter Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday/ College Closed Non-Instructional Day/ No Classes/Offices Closed President's Day/College Closed Last Day of Winter Quarter

Mar. 29 Apr. 27

May 12

May 31 June 11 June 11

Spring Quarter 2021

First Day of Spring Quarter Non-Instructional Day/ No Classes/Offices Closed Non-Instructional Day/ No Classes/Offices Closed Memorial Day/College Closed Last Day of Spring Quarter Commencement

CASCADIA COLLEGE

GENERAL INFORMATION

ACCREDITATION

Commission on Colleges and Universities indicates that it meets or exceeds criteria for the assessment of institutional quality evaluated through a peer review process. An accredited college or university is one which has available the necessary resources to achieve its stated purpose through appropriate educational programs, is substantially doing so, and gives reasonable evidence that it will continue to do so in the foreseeable future. Institutional integrity is also addressed through accreditation.

Accreditation by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities is not partial but applies to the institution as a whole. As such, it is not a guarantee of every course or program offered, or the competence of individual graduates. Rather, it provides reasonable assurance about the quality of opportunities available to students who attend the institution.

Inquiries regarding an institution's accreditation status by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities should be directed to the administrative staff of the institution.

Individuals may also contact:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities 8060 165th Avenue N.E., Suite 100 Redmond, WA 98052 425.558.4224

Accreditation by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities refers to the institution as a whole. Therefore, statements like "fully accredited" or "this program is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities" or "this degree is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities" are incorrect and should not be used.

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ANTI-DISCRIMINATION

Cascadia is committed to creating a supportive environment for a diverse student, faculty, and staff population. Individual differences are celebrated in a pluralistic community of learners. Cascadia does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender and/or sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, age, marital or veteran status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or genetic information, and is prohibited from discrimination in such a manner by college policy and state and federal law. The following office has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and can direct inquiries to the appropriate office for ADA-related requests:

Vice President of Administrative Services and Human Resources Cascadia College 18345 Campus Way NE, CC2-280 Bothell, WA 98011 425.352.8262

TITLE IX

Title IX of the education Amendments of 1972 prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in education programs or activities that receive Federal financial assistance. In compliance with Title IX, Cascadia is committed to providing an educational environment free from sexual harassment, including acts of sexual violence or sexual assault.

The College is equally committed to ensuring that those who raise complaints or participate in the investigation and resolution of complaints are free from retaliation. To raise a complaint or voice a concern with Cascadia's compliance with Title IX, contact:

Vice President of Administrative Services and Human Resources Cascadia College 18345 Campus Way N.E., CC2-280 Bothell, WA 98011 425.352.8262

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