Undergraduate Catalog 2011 -2012

Undergraduate Catalog

2011 -2012

Rowan University

201 Mullica Hill Road

Glassboro, NJ 08028

This catalog is also available online at rowan.edu/catalogs

Table of Contents

Rowan University In Brief€ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 1

Academic Calendar 2011-2012

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Introduction

From Normal to Extraordinary: A History of Rowan University

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Tuition and Fees€ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 5

Student Insurance

Refund Policy

Office of Admissions€ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 9

Entrance Examinations

Application Fee & Enrollment Deposit

Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) Program

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International Admissions

Office of Financial Aid€ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 13

Division of Student Life€ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 18

Policies and Procedures€ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 25

Division of Academic Affairs€ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 43

Rowan University at Camden

Library Services

Undergraduate Programs

Exploratory Studies

Rowan Seminar

International Center

General Education at Rowan University

The Rowan Experience

Interdisciplinary Studies Concentrations€ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 51

Rohrer College of Business€ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 63

Department of Accounting and Finance

Department of Management and Entrepreneurship

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Department of Marketing and Business Information Systems

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College of Communication€ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 74

Department of Communication Studies

Department of Journalism

Department of Public Relations and Advertising

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Department of Radio, Television and Film

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Department of Writing Arts

College of Education€ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 86

Department of Educational Leadership

Department of Foundations of Education

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Table of Contents

Department of Health and Exercise Science

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Department of Reading

Department of Special Educational Services/Instruction

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Department of Teacher Education

College of Engineering€ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 99

Department of Chemical Engineering

Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering

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Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

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Department of Mechanical Engineering

College of Fine and Performing Arts€ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 110

Department of Art

Department of Music

Department of Theatre and Dance

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences€ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 126

Department of Biological Sciences

Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

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Department of Computer Science

Department of English

Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures

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Department of Geography and Environment

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Department of History

Interdisciplinary Studies Bachelor of Arts Programs

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Department of Law and Justice Studies

Department of Mathematics

Department of Philosophy and Religion Studies

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Department of Physics and Astronomy

Department of Political Science

Department of Psychology

Department of Sociology

College of Graduate and Continuing Education€ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 192

Faculty List€ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 193

Course Information€ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 213

General Education Course Listing

Rowan Experience Course Listing

Course Descriptions€ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 225

Organization of the University

Executive Administration€ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 412

General Information€ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 418

Campus Buildings

Table of Contents

General Information

Directions to Campus

The Emeriti€ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 423

Accreditations€ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . € 437

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Table of Contents

Rowan University In Brief

Type

Comprehensive, coeducational, non-sectarian, state-supported, founded in 1923

Colleges

Business, Communication, Education, Engineering, Fine and Performing Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences, Graduate and

Continuing Education

Degrees

Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science, Master of Arts, Master of Business

Administration, Master of Education, Master of Engineering Management, Master of Music, Master of Science, Master of

Science in Teaching, Educational Specialist, and Doctor of Education

Campuses

Main Campus - Glassboro, NJ (approximately 20 miles southeast of Philadelphia, PA); Branch Campus - Camden, NJ

Size

Approximately 9,918 undergraduate students and 1,474 graduate students on our Main Campus in Glassboro, and 840

students on our Branch Campus in Camden; approximately 402 full-time equivalent (FTE) faculty.

Average Costs (2009-2010)*

Tuition & Fees Room & Board Total

In State

$11,234 $9,778 $21,012

Out of State

$18,308 $9,778 $28,086

College of Professional and Continuing Education rates visit http://www.rowan.edu/bursar/

*subject to annual change.

ROWAN UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 2011-2012

Academic Calendar 2011-2012

Fall Semester 2011

Convocation Monday, September 12

Semester Classes Begin Thursday, September 1

Labor Day (no classes) Monday, September 5

1st Quarter Concludes Thursday, October 20

Election Day (no classes) Tuesday, November 1

Thanksgiving Recess (no classes) Thursday-Friday, November 24-25

2nd Quarter Concludes Tuesday, December 13

Finals Week Wednesday-Friday, December 14-16

and Monday-Tuesday, December 19-20

Fall Semester Concludes Tuesday, December 20

Spring Semester 2012

Spring Semester Begins Tuesday, January 17

3rd Quarter Concludes Monday, March 5

Spring Break (No Classes) Monday-Friday, March 12-16

Good Friday (No Classes) Friday, April 6

4th Quarter Concludes Monday, April 30

Finals Week Tuesday-Saturday, May 1-5

Semester Concludes Saturday, May 5

Commencement - Graduate Thursday, May 10

Commencement - Undergraduate Friday, May 11

Summer Sessions 2012

Memorial Day (no Classes) Monday, May 28

Fourth of July (no Classes) Wednesday, July 4

Session 1 - First 3 weeks May 14 - May 31*

Session 2 - 8 weeks June 4 - July 26*

Session 3 - First 5 weeks May 14 - June 14*

Session 4 - Second 5 weeks June 18 - July 19*

Session 5 - Second 3 weeks July 23 - August 9

*Includes either Memorial Day, Fourth of July, or both

ROWAN UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 2011-2012

Rowan University In Brief

Introduction

From Normal to Extraordinary: A History of Rowan University

Rowan University has evolved from its humble beginning in 1923 as a normal school, with a mission to train teachers for

South Jersey classrooms, to a comprehensive University with a strong regional reputation.

In the early 1900s, many New Jersey teachers lacked proper training because of a shortage of schools in the state that

provided such an education. To address the problem in South Jersey, the state decided to build a two-year training school for

teachers, known then as a normal school.

The town of Glassboro was an early favorite because of its excellent rail system, harmonious blend of industry and

agriculture, natural beauty and location in the heart of South Jersey. Several towns in the region competed to be the site of

the new normal school because of the economic benefit and prestige such an institution would bring.

In 1917, to sway the decision in their favor, 107 residents of Glassboro raised more than $7,000 to purchase 25 acres, which

they offered to the state for free if the borough was selected as the site. The land tract included the Whitney mansion (now

known as Hollybush) and carriage house. Before the purchase, the entire property belonged to the Whitney family,

prominent owners of the Whitney Glass Works during the 1800s. This show of support, along with the site's natural beauty,

convinced the selection committee that Glassboro was the perfect location.

A Strong Foundation

In September 1923, Glassboro Normal School opened with 236 students arriving by train to convene in the school's first

building, now called Bunce Hall. Dr. Jerohn Savitz, the institution's first president, expanded the curriculum as the training

of teachers became more sophisticated.

Despite the rigors of the Depression, the program was expanded to four years in 1934, and in 1937 the school changed its

name to New Jersey State Teachers College at Glassboro. The college gained a national reputation as a leader in the field of

reading education and physical therapy when it opened a clinic for children with reading disabilities in 1935 and added

physical therapy for the handicapped in 1944. The college was one of the first in the country to recognize these needs and

was in the forefront of the special education movement.

Rowan's second president, Dr. Edgar Bunce, created a junior college program in 1946 to serve World War II veterans taking

advantage of the GI Bill.

In the 1950s, Dr. Thomas Robinson, the University's third president, expanded the curriculum, increased enrollment and

added several buildings to the campus. In 1958, the school's name was changed to Glassboro State College to better reflect

its mission.

A Historic Summit

The University received worldwide attention when it hosted a historic summit conference between President Lyndon

Johnson and Soviet Premier Aleksei Kosygin in Hollybush. The University was chosen because of its strategic location

midway between Washington, D.C. and the United Nations Building in New York City where Kosygin was scheduled to

speak. The meetings between the two leaders on June 23-25, 1967, led to a thaw in the Cold War and eased world tensions.

Rapid Growth to Serve Needs

The University's fourth president, Dr. Mark Chamberlain, guided the college through its next phase of growth as enrollment

doubled and the college became a multi-purpose institution. As new majors and a Business Administration Division were

added, the four divisions grew into schools and a board of trustees was formed. In 1969, the University opened a campus in

Camden to expand its educational services. With a 1978 Division III National Championship in baseball, the first of 11

national championships for the college, the athletic program established itself as one of the premier athletic programs in the

country.

The fifth president, Dr. Herman James, assumed the leadership of the college in 1984. Under his direction, Rowan expanded

by establishing the first doctoral program among the state's public institutions and adding the Colleges of Engineering and

Communication. Dr. James was also responsible for the construction of Campbell Library, the Student Recreation Center

and Rowan Hall.

A Transformative Gift

In July 1992, industrialist Henry Rowan and his wife, Betty, donated $100 million to the institution, then the largest gift ever

given to a public college or University in the history of higher education. Later that year, the school changed its name to

Rowan College of New Jersey to recognize its benefactorsâ‚ƒ generosity.

The college achieved University status in 1997 and changed its name to Rowan University.

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Rowan University In Brief

A Broader Mission

To lead Rowan University into the 21st century, the Board of Trustees named Dr. Donald J. Farish as the sixth president in

July 1998. Under his leadership, the University is working on an aggressive improvement plan that will give the University a

national reputation for excellence and innovation and will make it the public University of choice in the region. The plan

calls for a greater campus-wide focus on academic and student support initiatives as well as more than $500 million being

spent on campus construction and renovation projects.

Recent campus improvements include the construction of the University townhouses; Science Hall; Education Hall; and the

Samuel H. Jones Innovation Center, the first building of the South Jersey Technology Park at Rowan University.

Additionally, Rowan Boulevard, a $300-million mixed-use redevelopment project, is linking the campus with Glassboroâ‚ƒs

historic downtown. The public/private partnership between the borough, developer SORA Holdings, and Rowan will create

a unique college town setting in the form of a corridor complete with student apartments, a Barnes & Noble Collegiate

Superstore, a hotel, shops and restaurants.

These efforts have caught the attention of national organizations that evaluate colleges and universities. US News & World

Report ranks Rowan University in the "Top Tier" of Northern Regional Universities. Kaplan included the University in "The

Unofficial, Biased Insiderâ‚ƒs Guide to the 320 Most Interesting Colleges." Also, Kiplinger's named Rowan University one of

the "100 Best Buys in Public Colleges and Universities" and the Princeton Review included Rowan in the latest edition of

"The Best Northeastern Colleges."

Numerous Opportunities

Rowan's more than 11,000 students can select from among 80 undergraduate majors, 55 master's degree programs and a

doctoral program in educational leadership. The University is divided into six academic colleges: Business, Communication,

Education, Engineering, Fine & Performing Arts and Liberal Arts & Sciences. It also provides educational opportunities

through its College of Graduate and Continuing Education and is developing Cooper Medical School of Rowan University

in partnership with Cooper Hospital. Cooper Medical School will be the first new medical school created in the state in

more than 30 years and the first-ever four-year allopathic medical school in South Jersey.

From the modest normal school begun more than 85 years ago, Rowan University has become an extraordinary

comprehensive institution that has improved the quality of life for the citizens of New Jersey and the surrounding states.

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Rowan University In Brief

Tuition and Fees

The following is a summary of fees charged at Rowan. Tuition and other charges are subject to change at any time in

accordance with policies established by the board of trustees of Rowan University. The fees do not include the cost of

textbooks and personal expenses. Fees at Rowan for academic year 2010-11 are:

Admissions Application

(Graduate and Undergraduate): $65

Meal Plans:

14 Meal Plan with $200 Dining Dollars + $400 Boro Bucks $3,760

10 Meal Plan with $200 Dining Dollars + $400 Boro Bucks $3,380

7 Meal Plan with $200 Dining Dollars + $400 Boro Bucks $2,760

All Access Meal Plan $150 Dining Dollars + $200 Boro Bucks $3,960

Freshman Acceptance Fee

(not refundable) $100

Housing in

Residence Hall $6,692-$7,826

Housing Deposit $200

Housing in

Edgewood Park Apartments $7,004

Triad Apartments $7,004

Town House $8,444

Rowan Blvd. $9,212

Whitney Center $9,300

Identification Card $10

ID Card Replacement $25

Deferred Payment Plan Fee $30

Late Payment Fee $25-50

Late Registration Fee $75

Returned Check Charge $25-50

Parking Fee $80/commuter $120/resident

Student Accident and Health Insurance (subject to change) $250-undergraduate $361-graduate

University Fee

(p-t) $144.00/credit-undergraduate $137.90/credit-graduate

(f-t flat rate) $1,640.00/semester

Educational Field Experience $50/semester

Transcript $5/20

Library Fines

First Notice $1

2nd Notice $3

3rd Notice $6

Library fines are imposed on users who are delinquent in the return of library materials. The cost of repair or replacement of

lost or damaged materials will be charged to users. Current fines and other charges are posted on the Library Services

website. Library and other services may be denied if fine obligations are not met.

Tuition

Tuition for each semester will be charged on a per credit hour basis for part-time students and flat rate for full-time

students.

Graduate tuition rates (2011-12) are:

New Jersey resident $632/credit

Non-resident $632/credit

Undergraduate tuition rates (2011-12) are:

New Jersey resident (p-t) $332/credit

(f-t flat rate) $4,323.00

Non-resident (p-t) $625/credit

(f-t flat rate) $8,113.00

Expenses

The Business Office is responsible for all billing of students and for the collection of payments. A statement of expenses for

the fall semester will be mailed electronically by July 6. A similar statement will be mailed electronically by November 30 for

the spring semester.

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All charges must be paid in full each semester on or before the date stipulated in the statement of expenses given each

student. Students who do not pay their bills will be withdrawn from classes in accordance with the University policy on

outstanding financial obligations. Credit may be extended to students engaged in negotiations concerning state

scholarships, loans or grants. Questions regarding university expenses should be discussed with personnel in the Bursar's

Office (256-4150).

Checks in payment of all charges should be made payable to Rowan University. Payment may also be made with Master

Charge, Visa, Discover or American Express. Detailed information on use of these credit cards is available to students prior

to the beginning of each semester. All students qualify for the deferred payment program. Information on the deferred

payment plan is available on the "Instructions for Term Invoice" page on-line at the Rowan Self Service web site at

http:/www.rowan.edu/selfservice. Tuition and fees, regulated by Rowan University, are subject to change without notice to

individual students.

Summary of Expenses

Estimated fees and expenses for New Jersey residents living on-campus or commuting are summarized below.

Yearly Residents Commuters

Tuition (30 cr/year is average

load)

$8,646 $8,646

University Fee $3,372 $3,372

Room and Board $10,463

Total expenses $22,481 $12,074

Based on the following:

Residence Room (double) $6,692

14 Meal Plan $3760

Tuition and fees for full-time out-of-state students is $19,034/year based on an average 30 credit hours a year. Tuition and

other charges are subject to change at any time in accordance with policies established by Rowan University.

Food Services

Students living in a residence hall must purchase an unlimited, 14, 10 or 7 Meal Plan. Students living in apartments or

off-campus also may purchase a Meal Plan, but it is not required.

Residence Hall

Residence halls and apartments are available to Rowan University students. Please visit www.rowan.edu/rluh for more

information.

Security deposits are required with application. Deposits are refunded when a reservation is canceled within the time frame

set by Residence Life.

University Fee

This fee is charged to all students at $140.00 per credit hour with a maximum of $1,640 per semester. The purpose of this

fee is to help defray the costs of an array of varied but integral services and projects that directly affect our student's

everyday. Some of these important areas are briefly described below.

• The fee helps to offset placement service costs in order to assist all of our students as they proceed from the academic

world to the job market.

• It assists in the overall support of our Student Health Center which offers treatment to currently enrolled students for

acute illnesses, urgent care situations and certain health promotion needs. Registered nurses are available.

• The funds received provide much needed support for expansion and upgrade of our computer labs and academic

programs.

• The fee helps defray the cost of debt service on recently constructed or renovated buildings as well as the operation

and maintenance cost of newly constructed buildings and partially finances the operations of the Recreation Center

and Student Center.

Late Payment Fee

Students on Deferred Payment Plan who fail to pay bills by the date due will be charged a non- refundable late payment fee

between $25 and $50, depending on when payment is made.

Late Registration Fee

Students who fail to register at the time designated will be charged a non-refundable $75 fee.

Parking

Commuting students may park on campus after purchasing a Rowan University parking decal. Decals are $80. Students with

a commuter decal may park in a designated white lined space in Lots A, B, C, D, M, R and Y.

Freshmen living on campus are NOT permitted to purchase a decal or have a vehicle on campus. Sophomores, juniors and

seniors residing on campus may purchase a decal and will be permitted to park only in designated resident lots.

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Vehicles parking without a decal or in other than a designated space will be subject to a fine and having the vehicle towed at

owner's expense. Handicapped spaces are provided for individuals whose physical handicaps require their use. A

handicapped parking decal from Rowan must be displayed. This rule is vigorously enforced.

Returned Check Charge

A charge of $25-50 will be made for each check that is given to the University if it is returned by the bank for any reason.

Identification Cards

The University requires that all matriculated students carry an official identification card at all times. This card is needed for

library use, student activities, registration, cashing checks, recreation center and security purposes. The initial charge for an

ID card is $10, and a $25 charge is made for each replacement of a lost card.

Required Pre-matriculation Immunization and Medical Records

As a condition of admission and continued enrollment, each student is required to provide evidence of immunization

against measles, mumps, and rubella (N.J.S.A. 18A:61D-1). Students are also required to have vaccination against Hepatitis B

(Series of 3 vaccines). Any student living in campus housing is required to first have vaccination against meningitis

(MenactraÂ®). Students are also required to submit a complete health record to the student health center. Failure to

submit these requirements will result in an immunization hold that will prevent the student from living in campus housing

or registering for courses. Additional information on these requirements is available from the Student Health Center

website at http://www.rowan.edu/health/ .

Student Insurance

New Jersey State law requires that all matriculated, fulltime students have health insurance coverage. To that end, all

matriculated fulltime students will be automatically charged a Student Health Insurance fee ($250/undergraduate

$361/graduate fee 2010-11). To waive this fee, the student must complete a waiver identifying their current insurance

coverage. This waiver must be completed on-line at the Rowan Self-Service web site at http:/www.rowan.edu/selfservice

prior to the start of the student's first semester and every Fall semester thereafter.

More information can be obtained about Student Health Insurance from the Health Center Website at

http://www.rowan.edu/health/ . It is important to note that this insurance coverage is a limited plan. It is important for

student and parents to review the coverage offered in the plan. Coverage for part-time students, spouses and children is

available for a fee paid directly to the insurance company. See the Health Center website for more information.

All students who compete in intercollegiate sports programs are covered while participating by a separate policy purchased

by the university. Premiums for insurance are subject to change.

Educational Field Experience

All teacher preparation students pay a Educational Field Experience fee of $50/semester which covers the normal expenses

incurred in the program, including a payment to the cooperating teacher. Students will be billed for this fee as part of their

normal University term invoice.

Transcript Fee

A transcript is provided to each student upon graduation. Additional transcripts are available through the Registrar's Office

for $5/20 each.

Refund Policy

Refunds will be prepared for all students who officially withdraw from the University. Requests for official withdrawal must

be made through the Dean of Students Office. This procedure assures that students will receive the proper refund for

tuition, fees, room and board charges.

Approved Refund Schedule

Tuition, and University fee only.

Part-Time students: Written notice, using a Withdrawal Form (available from the Registrar's Office) must be submitted

to the Registrar. The date of receipt of the Withdrawal Form in the Office of the Registrar will be used in computing the

refund.

Full-Time students: Refunds will be processed only for students who officially withdraw from all of their courses. There is

no refund for withdrawal from individual courses.

Financial Aid students: Refunds of Federal Financial Aid are processed in accordance with federal guidelines:

Withdrawal before end of Add/Drop 100% Registration

Withdrawal after Add/Drop None

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Room and Board Refunds for residence halls and for meal plans will be calculated as of the Sunday and Friday (respectively)

immediately following the date of the student's official withdrawal. Refunds for room shall be pro-rated on a weekly basis

until the end of the fifth week of the semester, at which point there will be no refund for the remaining weeks of the term.

Outstanding Financial Obligations

The University may deny a student graduation, readmission, registration, or records because of outstanding financial

obligations to the University. This action may be taken in cases where reasonable notice of a debt and the consequences of

nonpayment have been given to the student. If a student does not meet his/her outstanding obligations by the established

deadlines under the policy, the student will automatically be denied registration for the following semester, in addition to

losing all other university services. Denial for future semesters will also be continued until such time as the obligation is met.

The student will have the right to a hearing in cases of dispute concerning an obligation. The request for a hearing must be

submitted in writing by the student to the appropriate department or office head in which the obligation exists. If it

becomes necessary, any appeal of a decision resulting from such a hearing must be arranged through the collection manager,

Business Office, Savitz Hall or Dean of Students, Savitz Hall.

The University will have the right to withhold the degree and all records, including certification, transcripts, placement

services, etc., pending satisfactory financial arrangements.

A complete text of the Outstanding Financial Obligations Policy may also be obtained from the collection manager, the

business office, or the Dean of Students in Savitz Hall.

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Office of Admissions

Albert Betts, Jr., Director

Savitz Hall

856.256.4200

[email protected]

Rowan University admits applicants to undergraduate study on the basis of academic and personal qualifications.

Recruitment and admission procedures are designed to enroll students who will benefit from and contribute to the

University as it meets the challenges of the future. In addition to the traditional admission program, the University is also

interested in providing educational opportunities for non-traditional students, i.e., the disadvantaged, minority students,

adult students, veterans, etc.

Freshman Admissions

Rowan's admission process adheres to general policies established by the New Jersey Commission on Higher Education and

the Rowan University Board of Trustees. Applicants are carefully considered in view of their total secondary school record,

performance on the SAT I or ACT examination, school and community activities, post-secondary school experiences, and

the University's estimate of the applicants potential as students and members of society. Applicants for Art, Music, Theatre

and Dance are also required to complete an on-campus portfolio review or audition and interview.

Deadlines for submitting freshman application and official records:

January - Applicants should take the SAT I or ACT exam no later than the January testing date to ensure receiving all test

scores by the admission deadline date. This is also the appropriate time to request that mid-term senior grades be sent to the

Admissions Office.

March - All applications, official high school transcripts and SAT I/ACT scores, must be complete and received by the

Admissions Office by March 1.

Electronic Application

Freshman and transfer students have the option to apply electronically for admission to Rowan University through the links

provided on the Rowan web site.

Electronic application requires credit card payment of the application fee at the time of application submission. Other types

of fee payment such as personal check, money order, or fee waiver require using the paper application. Once received,

electronic applications are processed according to the same standards, procedures, policies and timelines as paper

application.

Eligibility for Admission

Applicants for admission to Rowan University must present certificates or transcripts proving graduation from an approved

secondary school, or they must indicate that graduation is scheduled during the current scholastic year. GED equivalencies

are considered in lieu of high school diplomas. Applicants should ensure that this information is forwarded to the

Admissions Office.

Applicants must show they have completed or are in the process of completing a minimum of 16 college preparatory courses

to be eligible for consideration for admission. The New Jersey Commission on Higher Education has set the following

college preparatory guidelines for admission:

4 units - English

2 units - laboratory science*

3 units - college prep mathematics (Algebra I & II, geometry)*

2 units - social studies

5 units - Additional work in at least two of the following areas: English, history, languages (minimum of two units in one

language), mathematics, social science and science.

*The College of Engineering seeks applicants with 3 units of laboratory science including chemistry and physics and 4 units

of college preparatory mathematics including pre-calculus (calculus preferred).

Entrance Examinations

Applicants should submit either the SAT I or the ACT test scores in support of their application to Rowan University.

Scholastic Assessment Test SAT I tests are given in numerous centers, usually in high schools, throughout the United

States. Applications should be sent to College Entrance Examination Board, P.O. Box 592 Princeton, NJ 08540, or online at

www.collegeboard.com. Applications should request that results be sent to Rowan University: C.E.E.B. Code 2515.

American College Testing Program Student registration manuals are available in most high schools. Materials can also be

obtained from ACT, P.O. Box 168, Iowa City, Iowa 52240, or online at www.act.org.

Early Admission

Rowan will consider an applicant just completing their junior year in high school. Students applying for early admission

should be exceptionally well qualified, and have the support of family and high school officials. An interview is required for

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early admission.

Deferred Admission

Rowan University is aware and, in many cases, approves of the feeling of many high school seniors that a year's experience

between high school and college would be beneficial. A year away from formal academic work frequently sharpens the

student's sense of direction and purpose. Any student who is accepted, pays the admission deposit, and then chooses to

defer registration in courses at Rowan, must request deferred admission status before June 1. Deferred admission is not an

option for those admitted to special admission programs or the EOF program.

Out-Of-State Applicants

Rowan University welcomes applications from out-of-state students.

Advanced Placement

Rowan University awards credit for the College Entrance Examination Board Advanced Placement examinations for scores

of 3, 4, or 5. Candidates must arrange to have official score results forwarded to the University Registrar. Upon written

request, degree credit equivalent to one semester's work (3 s.h.) will be awarded in that particular subject or its equivalent.

Advanced placement credit is recognized as fulfilling general education requirements where applicable and will be

considered as un-graded, transfer credit. The College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) is a series of examinations that

allow students to demonstrate their knowledge in a wide range of subjects and receive credit. (See additional information in

Course Credit by Examination.)

Campus Visits & Interviews

Students applying for admission to Rowan University are encouraged to visit the campus. Campus tours are offered several

times a week throughout most of the year. The University also holds numerous open house programs throughout the year.

Specific dates are listed in admissions publications and on the Rowan University website www.rowan.edu . For those

interested in studying at the Camden Campus, you may contact the Camden Admissions officer at 856.756.5400 for a tour

and information. Individual interviews are not required unless specifically requested by the Admissions Office.

Transfer Admission

Students who have completed a minimum of 12 semester hours of transferable credit by the application deadline, are

classified as transfer applicants. Rowan University admits transfer students on a competitive, space available basis. The

cumulative GPA for all college work is the primary consideration for Rowan University's admission decisions. Although

most programs require a 2.5 minimum GPA, some majors may also require completion of specific courses prior to admission.

Transfer applicants should complete the following steps:

1. File an application for admission with all required documents and the $65 non-refundable application fee by March 1

for September entrance

2. Arrange to have official transcripts of all previous academic work sent from each college attended to Rowan's

Admissions Office. Students with fewer than 24 credits completed by the deadline are also required to submit SAT I or

ACT scores and their high school transcripts.

3. Payment of a non-refundable enrollment deposit after being offered admission and then enrollment in courses,

completes the admission process.

All potential transfers are accepted based on their academic credentials and choice of major. Candidates are given priority as

follows: (1) completion of an associates degree or 60 transferable credits, (2) completion of 40-59 transferable credits, (3)

completion of 24-39 transferable credits. County college transfer students are encouraged to complete the associate degree

before transferring. Transfer students are encouraged to take advantage of information available through their community

college transfer counselor, the Rowan University transfer equivalent information available on our website, and the NJ

Transfer initiative njtransfer.org .

Students who have been dismissed by their previous college are not immediately eligible for admission to Rowan University.

Students must wait at least one year and show appropriate interim activities to be eligible for consideration. Students

seeking to transfer into the Art, Music or Theater and Dance programs must contact the appropriate department to arrange

for a portfolio review or audition. These evaluations must be completed before the application deadline. An admission

decision cannot be made without results of the performance evaluation. Because transfer admission decisions usually are

made on the basis of incomplete transcripts of credit, they are always subject to review on the basis of later information.

Offers of admission may be withdrawn if students do not complete their semester in progress satisfactorily. The registrar's

office and the faculty make specific evaluations of college transcripts for transfer of credit in the student's major

department. Students will receive an evaluation of previous coursework at the time of acceptance. Although applicable

credits transfer, grades earned at other colleges do not affect the Rowan GPA.

Mid-Year Admission

Rowan University generally has junior level transfer openings at mid-year. Although other applicants may be considered on a

space available basis, recent graduates of New Jersey community colleges and those who have completed at least 60

transferable credits from a four-year institution receive priority consideration for mid-year admission. The application

deadline for consideration for spring admission is November 1st.

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Application Fee & Enrollment Deposit

A $65 non-refundable application fee is required of all applicants. After notification of admission to Rowan University,

applicants must send a $100 non-refundable enrollment deposit by the deadline given in the admission letter. This deposit

reserves a place for students in the formal enrollment process.

Fee Waiver: The $65 application fee may be waived by the University upon written certification by the applicant's school

counselor or other school official that payment would constitute a financial burden to the applicant. Such requests must

accompany the application.

Matriculation: The term matriculation means a student has been formally admitted to Rowan University. A student

becomes matriculated by going through the admission process and paying the $100 enrollment deposit. The last step in the

matriculation process is enrollment in classes. Entering freshmen and transfer students must register for courses in the

semester for which they were accepted to maintain matriculation status.

Special Admissions - Maximizing Academic Potential

Rowan University is deeply committed to supporting the continued and increased enrollment of qualified students from

underrepresented groups. To this purpose the University has developed the Maximizing Academic Potential program

(MAP). This program enrolls qualified minority and other first generation college students based on the evaluation of their

secondary school achievement, recommendations, and assessments of their motivation to succeed. Students admitted under

the MAP Program are required to attend a summer enrichment program.

Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) Program

In September 1968, Rowan University instituted the Martin Luther King Scholars Program. This program provides access

to college for students who are educationally and economically disadvantaged, and who are motivated and have the potential

for success.

Students are admitted on the basis of their need for more appropriate educational opportunities, their leadership potential,

academic promise and financial need rather than past academic achievement alone. Traditional admission criteria are not

used to the same degree to evaluate EOF applicants. Emphasis is placed on personal recommendations, personal interviews

and assessment of potential rather than the accu-placer score, high school achievement and rank in class. GED equivalencies

may be accepted in lieu of the high school diplomas.

The Admissions Office in conjunction with the EOF Office selects students. EOF students are required to successfully

complete a structured summer program prior to entering the fall semester. In the summer session, students are evaluated in

various academic areas and receive concentrated developmental and supplementary instruction and tutoring as necessary.

These supportive services are extended throughout the academic year.

Students who successfully complete the Pre-College Institute are invited to return for the fall semester and are fully

integrated into the University and enrolled as matriculated students. The program staff provides a comprehensive program

of guidance and counseling for EOF students. Information concerning financial aid available to EOF students can be found

under or by contacting the Rowan University Admissions Office.

International Admissions

Rowan University welcomes international applicants. The International Center is responsible for the recruitment and

support of international students at Rowan University. It coordinates programs and activities and provides a variety of

services in cooperation with the Rowan campus community. Please contact the International Center located in Robinson

Hall 117 at [email protected] or 856-256-4239 or visit our website www.rowan.edu/internationalstudents

for detailed information.

Placement/Basic Skills/Testing Requirements

All freshmen and transfer students with less than 30 credits are required to take placement tests prior to registering for

course work. These tests are designed to determine competency levels in the cognitive skill areas of mathematics, reading,

and writing. Instructions for taking the placement examinations are included in the admission acceptance package.

Students who are required to enroll in basic skills courses must complete such courses within one year. If the requirement is

not satisfied within the required time, students are recommended for suspension. Basic skills courses do not count toward

the minimum number of semester hours needed to complete the students major and/or degree requirement.

Students majoring in mathematics, engineering, physical or computer science must also take a calculus-ready test. Students

may also choose to take a Computer Competency Exam at the same time as the placement tests for reading and

mathematics. The computer competency requirement may be fulfilled in one of two ways:

1. Pass the Computer Competency Exam.

2. Pass a three-credit Basic Skills Computer Literacy course.

Re-Entrance/Re-Admission To The University

Students who have lost their matriculated status due to inactivity, withdrawal or dismissal before completing their major

programs and/or being awarded their bachelor's degrees must apply for readmission to the University, following the

reentrant application procedures, in order to regain matriculated status, become eligible to enroll in restricted course work,

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and request a Rowan degree. Students who lost their matriculated status due to graduation and would now like to return to

Rowan to pursue a second bachelor's degree in an unrelated area must follow transfer application procedures (see Transfer

Admission).

Students seeking re-entrance to the University must file the "Re-Entrant Application" by May 1 for fall semester entrance or

November 1 for spring semester entrance. Any additionally required application materials must also be received in the

Admissions Office by these deadline dates.

As part of the application process, students who were officially dismissed from the University must submit a written

statement describing their activities since dismissal and three letters of recommendation. They must also arrange an

interview with an authorized Admissions Office staff member. Students who have been dismissed for academic reasons may

not register for any Rowan University courses, except basic skills course work. Completed re-entrant applications are

reviewed and evaluated by the Admissions Committee and, in some cases, the applied major's academic department.

Readmission to some majors requires departmental approval.

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Office of Financial Aid

Luis Tavarez, Director

Savitz Hall

Phone: 856.256.4250

Fax: 856.256.4413

[email protected]

Rowan University believes that all qualified students should have the opportunity to attend the University regardless of their

financial resources. Rowan University offers financial assistance through scholarships, grants, loans and work programs. The

cost of tuition at Rowan University is far less than that of many other colleges because of the subsidies received from the

State of New Jersey and from the University's endowment.

Students seeking assistance must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is used to

determine eligibility for assistance from the federal and New Jersey state financial aid programs. The FAFSA is available on

the web at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov . There is a paper version of the FAFSA which may be obtained only by calling

1-800-4-FED-AID. We encourage applicants to file their FAFSA on the web. It is very important to designate Rowan

University as a college choice by including Rowan University's federal school code 002609 on the FAFSA.

As the result of completing and filing the FAFSA, the student receives a Student Aid Report (SAR) from the Federal

Processor. Students should read and follow all instructions on the SAR.

Federal Return of Title IV Funds Policy

Students who receive federal financial aid - including loans - and withdraw or drop out of all of their classes on or before

completing 60% of the semester will have their financial aid awards prorated. For more information, visit the financial aid

office or our web site: http://www.rowan.edu/studentaffairs/financialaid/application_requirements/withdrawal/index.html

Federal Pell Grant Program

Pell Grant is an entitlement program made available by the federal government. The amount of any grant is based on the

results of a formula established by the federal government. Additionally, the amount of the grant is affected by the amount

of funds available to the program and the number of credits the student is (will be) taking. To be eligible for this grant,

students must meet other criteria:

1. Students must matriculate in an eligible program.

2. Students must be U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen.

3. Students must demonstrate financial eligibility as determined by the need analysis formula and Pell Grant table.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (SEOG) are available to students who demonstrate exceptional

financial need and who also receive Pell Grants. Students applying for financial aid are automatically considered for a

Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant.

Federal Stafford Student Loan

Through the Federal Direct Student Loan Program matriculated students enrolled at least half time may borrow a maximum

of $5,500 for their freshman year, $6,500 for their sophomore year, and up to $7,500 for both their junior and senior years.

Students apply by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), indicating that they are willing to

accept financial aid in the form of a loan. There are two types of Federal Stafford Loans:

1. Subsidized: If the student demonstrates need based on the Student Aid Report, the federal government will pay the

interest charge while the student is enrolled at least half-time. Students must pay the interest charge during the

repayment period following graduation or withdrawal from the university.

2. Unsubsidized: All matriculated students enrolled for six credits or more may receive a Federal Unsubsidized Stafford

Loan regardless of family income. However, the student will have to pay all interest charges until the loan is fully

repaid.

Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS)

Parents of matriculated, dependent, undergraduate students enrolled at least half-time and making satisfactory academic

progress towards a degree or certificate may borrow up to the cost of education from the federal government. Parents must

be citizens or eligible non-citizens of the United States and pass a financial credit check. The PLUS loan, when added to

other financial aid and/or resources, may not exceed the total cost of education for that academic year.

TEACH Grants

Grants offered to students pursuing a career in teaching in high need subject areas i.e. math, reading specialist, sciences, etc.

The grants are for up to $4,000 each year. Students must teach four years in a low-income school district to earn their

grants. If the recipient does not end up teaching at a low-income school district for the required four years, the grant will be

treated as an unsubsidized student loan and must be repaid.

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Federal Work Study Program

With funds supplied by the Federal government, Rowan University provides jobs both on and off campus during the

academic year for students who qualify. Students should indicate an interest for this program on the FAFSA. Many

work-study positions provide skills and experience, which will assist students in their career development. Students can

arrange their hours to the time they have available to work. Hours worked cannot exceed 20 per week while classes are in

session or 30 per week when classes are not held. For more information, please see our web site at the following link:

http://www.rowan.edu/provost/financialaid/workstudy.html

Institutional Work Study Program

The University offers student jobs during the academic year and summer. Positions vary from general office to professional

opportunities. Many work study positions provide skills and experiences, which will assist students in their career

development. Students can arrange their hours to the time they have available to work. Hours worked cannot exceed 20 per

week while classes are in session or 30 per week when classes are not held. For more information, check our web site at:

http://www.rowan.edu/provost/financialaid/workstudy.html

FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS AVAILABLE TO RESIDENTS OF NEW JERSEY

Tuition Aid Grants (TAG)

New Jersey Tuition Aid Grant (TAG) recipients must be residents of New Jersey for 12 consecutive months prior to

receiving this grant. In addition, recipients must enroll as full- time undergraduates and must demonstrate financial need.

Actual awards depend on state funding and the tuition charges. The New Jersey Higher Education Assistance Authority

notifies students of their eligibility.

Educational Opportunity Fund

Established by the New Jersey State Legislature in early 1968, the Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) helps disadvantaged

students. Eligibility is judged on financialneed and motivation for future academic work, not just on past grades or test

scores. Students must live in New Jersey for twelve months before receiving this aid. To be considered for this program,

students should write to request application forms from the Director of Admissions, Rowan University, Glassboro, NJ

08028. Rowan University's Educational Opportunity Fund Offices on the Glassboro and Camden campuses can provide

more information.

Satisfactory Academic Progress

Satisfactory academic progress (SAP) towards the degree is necessary in order to receivefinancial aid from the state and

federal programs. Satisfactory academic progress towardsthe degree is determined by the completion of coursework as well

as the cumulative gradepoint average.

Satisfactory Academic Progress Requirements

Each year a student's progress will be measured by comparing the number of attempted credits with the credit hours earned.

This includes any course for which the student has remained enrolled past the Drop/Add period, and courses not completed

with grades such as W, WP, WF, NC, NA, INCs.

A student must complete 67% of credits attempted at Rowan University to maintain satisfactory academic progress

(Audited courses are not considered credits attempted). A student is eligible to receive funding up to 180 attempted credit

hours. Some programs limit funding on a semester basis. Transfer credits are counted toward the 180 limit.

Additionally, students must maintain a minimum GPA of at lease 2.0 after having been enrolled for four or more semesters. However,

prior to enrolling for the fifth semeter, the GPA can be as low as 1.0.

Students who progress at the minimum rate established herein will run out of eligibility for certain state financial aid

programs prior to completing their degree. These guidelines apply to all undergraduate programs. Students may appeal the

removal of financial aid if there are mitigating circumstances. If the appeal is approved, aid will be reinstated. A brochure

further detailing the SAP requirements is available in the Financial Aid Office.

Rowan University Scholarships

Rowan University rewards academic success through our scholarship program. Scholarships are awarded to qualified

first-year students. Scholarships are renewable for an additional six semesters provided students maintain a 3.0 GPA and

maintain continuous full-time enrollment.

Rowan University Outstanding Scholars Recruitment Program

This is a merit-based scholarship program to reward recent high school graduates who have achieved academic distinction as

indicated by high school percentile rank and SAT I (math + critical reading) score. Scholarships range from $2,000 to

$10,900 depending upon student's qualifications.

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Doris V. Broome Scholarships

Offered to incoming freshmen with outstanding academic records (1,100 SAT I, class rank in top 10 percent). 3.0 GPA

required for renewal. $1,000 yearly for four years.

William H. Myers Scholarships

Offered to incoming freshman students enrolled in the Educational Opportunity Program and having an outstanding

academic record. $1,000 yearly for four years. 2.5 GPA required for renewal.

Louise MacDonald Scholarships

Offered to incoming freshman students enrolled in the Educational Opportunity Program and having an outstanding

academic record. $1,000 yearly for four years. 2.5 GPA required for renewal.

Fischer-Reisig Scholarship

Offered to an incoming transfer student from Gloucester, Camden or Burlington County College who is a single parent.

Education major is preferred. $5,000 per year. Maximum two years. 3.5 GPA required and must be maintained for renewal.

Bessie Maxwell Scholarship

Offered to incoming freshmen student in the Educational Opportunity Program from East Orange or Newark, NJ. 3.0

required GPA and SATs over 1,000.

Alumni/Broome Scholarships

Offered to incoming freshmen with outstanding academic records (1,100 SAT I, class rank in top 10 percent). 3.0 GPA

required for renewal. Scholarships range from $750 to $1,000 yearly for four years.

Rowan University Foundation Scholarships

$500 yearly for four years offered to outstanding freshmen students. 3.0 GPA required for renewal.

Art, Music and Theatre Department Scholarships

Variable award amounts offered to incoming freshmen and transfer art, music and theatre arts majors with demonstrated

talent and academic achievement.

Frances R. Lax Scholarships in Fine & Performing Arts

Awarded competitively to freshmen fine and performing arts majors with demonstrated talent and significant academic

achievement. $1,000 yearly for four years. 3.0 GPA required for renewal.

William G. Rohrer Scholarships

Awarded competitively to incoming freshman and junior-level transfer business or accounting majors with significant

academic achievement as well as demonstrated civic involvement and leadership skills. $2,000 yearly for four years for

freshmen, $2,000 yearly for two years for transfers.

Transfer Trustee Scholarships

Awarded competitively to N.J. community college graduates with a 3.5 GPA or higher attending Rowan University full time.

$2,000 yearly for two years.

Glassboro High School Scholars Program

Graduating Glassboro High School Seniors who match certain criteria are eligible to receive one of three annual

scholarships in the GHSS program. As an added incentive, students meeting these criteria also qualify for the Rowan

University Scholars Program. The combined scholarships are enough funds to cover all academic expenses such as tuition,

fees, room and board, for a full-time undergraduate student who chooses to live on campus. For more information see:

http://www.rowan.edu/studentaffairs/admissions/applications

Army Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC)

Rowan University participates in the U.S. Army Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) Program. The primary purpose of

Army ROTC is to provide leaders of character for the 21st century. Students can enroll in ROTC and participate in a

uniquely interactive program focused on leadership development with emphasis on self-discipline, integrity, confidence, and

responsibility. Our intent is to help the student improve their leadership and management skills whether they decide to

pursue a career as an officer in our Army or in the private sector. Students can join the program without any obligation to

the Army. Qualified students only sign a contract to serve in the Reserve Forces or Active Army when they begin their

junior year or upon receiving an ROTC scholarship.

Army scholarships offer an excellent incentive to join the ROTC program. The Army ROTC scholarship program provides

financial assistance for the education and training of highly qualified and motivated students who desire to be commissioned

as officers in the Army after graduation from college. Scholarships pay full tuition and fees at Rowan University. An

additional scholarship benefit is a $1,200 yearly book allowance. Army scholarship winners also receive a tax-free stipend of

$300- $500 per a month, depending on academic year, for up to 10 months for each year the scholarship is in effect and the

student is in school. Non-scholarship students receive the book allowance and the stipend if they contract their junior year.

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Students with prior service or who are currently in the National Guard or Army Reserves may enter the program as

Simultaneous Membership (SMP) cadets when they begin their sophomore year. SMP Cadets receive an SMP Kicker of

$350 a month from the Reserve Component plus an additional $350-500 per month from ROTC as well as any benefits

received from the Guard or Reserve. SMP Cadets earn their commission in two to three years. Certain stipulations apply.

If interested, students may contact Lieutenant Colonel Jill Nitz, [email protected], at the campus ROTC Office at 401

Mullica Hill Road (856)256-4014/5445. For additional information, refer to: http://www.armyrotc.com

Air Force Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC)

Air Force ROTC offers one-, two-, and three-year scholarships on a competitive basis to qualified applicants. All

scholarships cover tuition, lab fees, and books, plus a tax-free monthly stipend. All members of the POC, regardless of

scholarship status, receive the tax-free monthly stipend. (see Interdisciplinary Studies for details of the program.)

For further information on the cross-enrollment program, scholarships, and career opportunities, contact the Professor of

Aerospace Studies, AFROTC Det 750, Saint Joseph's University, Philadelphia, PA 19131; 610-660-3190; [email protected].

Upperclass Scholarships

Scholarships are available to upperclass students through the University Scholarship Committee. Applications are available

at the beginning of December.

AFT Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Scholarship

AFT Memorial Scholarships

AFT John J. Schaub Memorial Scholarship

AFT Paul K. Tong Memorial Scholarship

Robert Becker Memorial Scholarship

Marion and William Bickley Memorial Scholarship

Robert D. and Mildred Bole Memorial Scholarship

Elizabeth M. Bozorth Recruitment Grant

Atlantic City Electric Scholarship

Dr. L. Ward Broomall Memorial Scholarship

Marian E. Englehard Scholarship

Sharon Edwards Scholarship

Broome Alumni Association Undergraduate Scholarships

Marius H. Livingston Memorial Scholarship

AFL-CIO Peter J. McGuire Scholarships

Irving Shipkin Scholarship

Mabel S. Warner Scholarship

Mildred King Sangree Scholarship

Albert J. Taylor AFL-CIO Scholarship

Hazel P. Valiant Scholarship

Beatrice Miller Van Doren Memorial Scholarship

Judge and Mrs. Cafiero Scholarship

Dorothy Mahley Carney Scholarships

Charlesworth Education Secondary Scholarship

Class of 1961 Scholarship

Class of 1962 Scholarship

Robert & Arlene Collard Scholarship

Roland Esbjournson Scholarship

Sally Eynon Scholarship

Dickinson E. & Frances Layton Gardiner Scholarship

Dr. John Giannini Scholarship

Doris Grossman Theatre Scholarship

Erin Marie Hanley Scholarship

Robert A. Harris Scholarship

Dr. Melvin Kramer Education Scholarship

Amelia and Peter Kressler Scholarship

H.V. and Florence P. Lewis Scholarship

Matteo Family Scholarship

Sandy Maxwell Education Scholarship

Sandy Maxwell Music Education Scholarship

Kathleen Murry Scholarship

Isaac T. and Anna B. Mullen Scholarship

Frank & Helen Richie Scholarship

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Thomas & Margaret Robinson Scholarship

Shornock Scholarships

Piazza Stubbs Family Scholarship

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Division of Student Life

Richard L. Jones

Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students

Savitz Hall, Room 203

856.256.4283

[email protected]

The Division of Student Life provides and supports a collaborative learning environment that promotes the education of the

whole person within a global society. Student Life is dedicated to actively engaging students by encouraging healthy life

choices, multicultural competency, personal and professional growth, campus and community involvement, civic

responsibility and leadership development. As an integral partner in the educational process, Student Life is committed to

student learning and continual improvement through ongoing assessment and review of its programs and services.

The departments within the Division of Student Life include: Academic Success Center (Basic Skills Testing/Tutoring,

Disability Resources and Veterans Affairs) Career Management Center (CMC), Counseling and Psychological Services,

Dean of Students, Dining Services, EOF/MAP, Student Standards and Commuter Services, Multicultural Affairs,

Recreation Center, Residential Learning and University Housing, Service Learning and Volunteerism, Student Activities,

Student Center, and Student Health Center. These departments are responsible for numerous programs including Greek

Affairs, Intramurals, Living and Learning Communities, Mentoring, Orientation, Parent & Family Program, Rowan After

Hours, Student Leadership, the Student Government Association, and Student University Programming.

In addition, the Office of the Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students provides guidance and support to

students in the following areas; students facing prolonged absenses due to a health problem or other extenuating

circumstances; reporting sexual assault; and other related student issues.

Academic Success Center

John Woodruff

Director of Academic Success Center and Disability Resources

Savitz Hall, 3rd floor

856.256.4234

[email protected]

The Academic Success Center provides a myriad of comprehensive programs and services that assist students in enhancing

and maximizing their academic potential from Orientation through Graduation. The Center provides services in the

following areas; tutorial services, veterans affairs, disability resources, testing/basic skills, academic coaching program, and

an array of academic support workshops.

Rowan University Camden Campus

Donavan D. McCargo

Director of Student Services

Rowan University (Camden Campus)

856.756.5400

[email protected]

The mission of Rowan University at Camden student services is to provide a welcoming campus with access to resources and

services that help to enrich campus life for Rowan University students at the Camden campus. Student services at the

Camden campus encompasses, the shuttle service, Basic Skills testing, student activities, tutoring, and other services that

support the academic, social, and personal needs of students. In addition, through collaboration with the Glassboro campus,

students are able to visit with Career Management Center (CMC) staff, academic advisors in Law and Justice and Sociology,

and personnel from the Counseling and Psychological Services.

Rowan University at Camden also offers an Educational Opportunity Fund Program (EOF). The Educational Opportunity

Fund (EOF) Program of Rowan at Camden provides students who are financially or academically disadvantaged New Jersey

residents the opportunity to pursue a degree. The EOF students are required to attend a summer pre-college program.

During the program, students are enrolled in college preparatory and developmental courses. At the end of the summer

program students are evaluated for acceptance to the University for the fall semester.

Career Management Center (CMC)

Lizziel Sullivan-Williams

Director of Career Management Center

Savitz Hall

856.256.4456

[email protected]

The mission of the Career Management Center is to engage students in the development and implementation of meaningful

educational and career goals consistent with their personal values, interests, and abilities. To this end, the Career

Management Center advocates the integration of developmental advising and career planning to provide the framework

necessary in the educational process. Moreover, the Career Management Center is dedicated to providing centralized,

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comprehensive, and coordinated academic advising programs to all students enrolled in the Exploratory Studies Program

(undeclared students) and students changing majors.

Finally, the Career Management Center fosters excellence in career development, preparation, as well as professional

opportunities by providing comprehensive services and programming and by promoting strong partnerships with employers,

academic departments, and the university community.

Counseling and Psychological Services Center

David F. Rubenstein, Ph.D.

Director of Counseling and Psychological Services

Savitz Hall, 3rd floor

856.256.4222 for questions or to schedule an appointment

www.rowan.edu/counseling

The Counseling and Psychological Services Center (CPSC) provides confidential mental health services to enrolled students.

The Center provides individual and group counseling, triage and emergency evaluations, psychological testing and outreach

programs in the area of mental health. Some common areas addressed for college students include academic/personal skill

building, personal and family relationships, stress, anxiety, depression, eating and body image issues, grief and loss, trauma

and substance use.

The University's Stress Management and Response Team (SMART) is coordinated through the Center and each

professional staff is a core member of the team. This university-wide group is available to meet with various groups on

campus in order to assist with response to traumatic events that impact particular groups of students or university

community as a whole.

Educational Opportunity Fund/Maximizing Academic Potential

Penny McPherson-Barnes

Assistant Dean of Students

EOF/MAP Director

Savitz Hall, 3rd floor

856.256.4080

[email protected]

The mission of the EOF/MAP program is to provide access to a community of learners that embrace high academic

standards and an appreciation of learning. Through a holistic approach, we will value each student's unique gifts and talents

and provide an environment that embraces and celebrates diversity. Consistent with the University mission, we will foster

the intellectual, critical thinking and personal development of students, which enables them to live as essential contributing

members of a multicultural society. The ultimate goal of the EOF/MAP program is to graduate students.

EOF Program Description The Educational Opportunity Fund Program is a state funded alternative admissions program

established specifically to provide access to higher education for highly motivated low-income students who do not meet

Rowan University's regular admission criteria. Eligible students receive a maximum amount of financial aid based on their

individual need.

The four main requirements for applicants before consideration are:

1. At least one year residency in New Jersey.

2. A background of historical poverty as indicated by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

3. Potential for college level success as demonstrated by an interview, letters of recommendation, etc.

4. A High School or General Equivalency Diploma.

MAP Program Description Maximizing Academic Potential (MAP) is a special admissions program designed for highly

motivated students who do not meet Rowan University's regular admission criteria. There are no financial eligibility criteria

for the MAP program, although students are encouraged to complete the FAFSA. To be considered for the MAP program,

students must submit the standard Rowan University admissions application with supporting documentation. Admissions

officers identify potential candidates, review admission information and conduct student interviews to determine

admittance.

Selected students of the EOF and MAP program are conditionally admitted and required to participate in the Pre-College

Institute (PCI). MAP students fully participate in all aspects of the Institute (academic, career, counseling and residential)

consistent with EOF student participation. This program provides college survival skills, leadership skills, academic

coursework and support, and information concerning the college environment. During PCI, the EOF/MAP staff evaluates

the student's demonstrated ability to successfully transition into Rowan University and makes a recommendation regarding

the appropriateness of fall admission.

During the academic year, EOF/MAP students are assigned an EOF/MAP counselor to provide a broad range of academic

support services including counseling, tutoring, and leadership development. Counselors interact with students in individual

and small group settings. Financial assistance is provided to qualified students.

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Dr. Harley E. Flack Student Mentoring Program

Gardy J. Guiteau

Assistant Director of Mentoring and Academic Enrichment

Savitz Hall 3rd Floor

Phone: (856) 256-5495

Fax: (856) 256-5648

www.rowan.edu/studentlife/studentmentoring

[email protected]

The Dr. Harley E. Flack Student Mentoring Program (comprised of two main components: the male student mentoring

program and the Ujima female student mentoring program) is an academic success and retention program that aims to

improve the academic and professional success, retention rates, and graduation rates of active program participants. The

program's focus is to enhance students' overall university experience; support students in developing core academic,

personal, professional and cultural skills; and foster in students some core civic and leadership proficiencies that will serve

them personally and professionally.

Male Student Mentoring Established in 1992 under the auspices of the Executive Vice President/Provost, Dr. Harley E.

Flack, the male component of the Dr. Harley E. Flack Student Mentoring Program is a student mentoring support initiative

whose goal is to enhance young men's overall university experience. The program is designed to empower male students with

guidance as they transition into the university, opportunities to interrogate and make meaning of their identities as they

move through the university, and leadership possibilities that can help them reach their educational and professional goals.

Ujima Female Student Mentoring Since its inception in the spring of 1995, Ujima (a Swahili term meaning "collective

responsibility") was primarily activated by interested young women who felt the need to connect with professional role

models who would support them in fulfilling their personal and career goals. The goal of Ujima is to support and facilitate

the academic success, empowerment, career preparation and leadership ability of female students through mentorship.

Health and Wellness

[email protected]

www.rowan.edu.health

Health and Wellness is an integrated branch within Student Life consisting of Student Health Services, Counseling and

Psychological Services and Center for Addiction Studies and Awareness (CASA). Our departments place an emphasis upon

students making lifestyle choices now that will have a positive impact upon health throughout the college experience and

beyond. Because we recognize that holistic health and wellness is much broader than traditional concepts of health, we

actively partner with other departments within Student Affairs and the university at large to promote campus wide healthy

choices through "RU Ready to STEP UP?" This campaign actively encourages students to do the following:

• Safe Choices

• Think Healthy

• Embrace the Rowan Spirit

• Participate

• Understand and Appreciate Others

• Preserve Resources!

Health Center

Suzanne VanDerwerken, MD, FAAFP

Interim Director, Student Health Services

Linden Hall-1st floor

856.256.4333 for questions or to schedule an appointment

Fax 856.256.4427

www.rowan.edu.health

The Student Health Center strives to remove health-related barriers to learning, to promote optimal wellness, to enable

students to make informed decisions about health issues, and to empower students to be self-directed and well informed

health care consumers. The Student Health Center has physicians, nurse practitioners and registered nurses who provide

confidential preventive care and the treatment of acute illnesses and injuries to all students who are currently enrolled at

Rowan University. The Health Center actively promotes health through education outreach in a variety of programs and

trainings for the University community through our "RU Ready to STEP UP?" campaign.

All incoming matriculated students must provide the Student Health Center with a complete health record that is included

in the admission packet and available at our website. This packet includes two physician-completed forms (Physician Exam

Form, Immunization Form) and the student-completed online Medical History Form (consisting of Personal Information,

Personal Health History, Tuberculosis Screening Form, and Meningitis Response Form.) Failure to submit these NJ

State-required forms including documentation of 2 MMR vaccines, 3 Hepatitis B vaccines (taking 12 or more credits) and a

Meningitis Vaccine (residential students) will prevent students from living in campus housing and registering for classes.

Students may receive their vaccinations at the Student Health Center for a fee. Students are responsible for the cost of

medications, testing and outside specialty consultations. Students should carry their health insurance and prescription cards

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with them at all times.

New Jersey State law requires that all matriculated, fulltime students have health insurance coverage. These students will be

automatically charged a Student Health Insurance fee. To waive this fee, the student must complete an online waiver

identifying their current insurance coverage. To complete the waiver, go to www.rowan.edu/bursar , click on "health

insurance" and follow the instructions. Part-time students have the option to purchase health insurance through the

university. Further information is available at the "Health Insurance" or the "Required Health Forms" tabs at the left on our

website www.rowan.edu/health.

Center for Addiction Studies & Awareness (CASA)

Alvin Shpeen Hall, 40 N. Academy Street

856-863-2175 for questions or to schedule an appointment

Fax: 856-863-2169

www.rowan.edu/CASA

The Rowan University Center for Addiction Studies & Awareness (CASA) provides Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug

(ATOD) treatment, education classes and prevention programs designed to serve the entire Rowan Community. The

Center for Addiction Studies Clinic is a fully licensed facility providing therapeutic services for those experiencing problems

with alcohol and drug use.

The Clinic is staffed by a multidisciplinary team of dependence specialists with backgrounds in psychology, social work, and

counseling. Sometimes students feel that their substance use is interfering with day-to-day activities and/or leads to negative

personal or legal consequences. Students may also come to college with a history of substance use. They may need help

maintaining their sobriety or dealing with the consequences of a relapse. Our drug and alcohol counselors are available to

talk with students no matter what their substance-use-related concern may be.

The Center also offers students substance abuse educational classes on ATOD issues. For more information about these

classes, please contact Sandra Woodell at [email protected]. Our Campus Prevention Project sponsors many health &

wellness activities on the Rowan campus throughout the year, and we actively participate in the RU Ready to STEP UP

campaign. CASA also sponsors Student Care, a peer facilitation group dedicated to health promotion. CASA offers weekly

Twelve Step meetings that are open to the Rowan community. These meetings include Narcotics and Alcoholics

Anonymous. AA and NA are closed meetings. Please check our web site for meeting times and locations.

Student Standards and Commuter Services

Joseph Mulligan

Assistant Dean of Students/Director for Student Standards and Commuter Services

Chamberlain Student Center

856.256.4242

[email protected]

The mission of the Office of Student Standards and Commuter Services is to articulate to students the standards of behavior

expected within the University community. Standards of student conduct ensure respect for all members of the community

and maintenance of a collaborative and learning-centered environment as described in the University's mission statement.

Education of students within these standards (which include honesty and personal integrity, respect for others as both

individuals and groups, assumption of appropriate responsibility for the conduct of others within the community as well as

for one's own behavior) occurs both proactively (publications, presentations, interaction) and reflectively (through the

student disciplinary process).

Rowan University is an academic community and as such the University has instituted a Student Code of Conduct to set

forth the standards and expectations that are consistent with its purpose as an educational institution. The University

reaffirms the principle of student freedom, coupled with an acceptance of full responsibility for one's behavior and the

consequences of such behavior.

Rowan University recognizes the rights of its students guaranteed by the Constitution of the United States and the State of

New Jersey, which include a student's rights within the institution to freedom of speech, inquiry, assembly, peaceful pursuit

of an education, and reasonable use of services and facilities of the university.

While it is the goal of the student disciplinary process to educate students as to the purpose and importance of abiding by

the Student Code of Conduct, the University will also issue sanctions as are appropriate and necessary to ensure continued

and/or future adherence to this Code, and to protect the university community from disruptive behavior. The Student Code

of Conduct has been developed to guarantee procedural fairness to students when there has been an alleged failure to abide

by Rowan University's policies and regulations. Procedures may vary in formality given the gravity and nature of the offense

and the sanctions that may be applied.

The Office of Student Standards and Commuter Services is responsible for coordinating and adjudicating all University

policy violations through oversight of the Campus Hearing Board and Administrative hearing officers as well as the Appeals

process. The office is also responsible for tracking the completion of all disciplinary sanctions and addressing any

noncompliance. Each student is responsible for reading and complying with the Student Code of Conduct, which is

published in the Student Handbook and Planner and available on the Student Life webpage.

The commuter and off-campus student services function of the office is responsible for addressing the concerns and unique

needs of these students. Through education, resources, and support services the office provides opportunities for the

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off-campus and commuter student populations at Rowan to develop a sense of connectedness and community. In addition

the office serves as a liaison between the University and our neighbors, encouraging dialogue about issues of mutual concern.

Multicultural Affairs

John T. Mills

Assistant Director of Multicultural Affairs

Student Center, Room 214

856.256.4448

[email protected]

The Office of Multicultural Affairs (OMA) works diligently to advance and institutionalize diversity at Rowan University at

both the curricular and co-curricular level. In order to achieve this, we work closely with several entities of the institution to

provide cultural programming celebrating the various cultures and heritages that comprise the Rowan community.

The OMA serves as a support for those campus organizations whose membership is primarily made up by the

under-represented student body of Rowan University. The Office works with the various student cultural organizations to

assist all participants in program development and membership growth.

The primary goal of the OMA is to assist the University and the student body in creating a functional and safe multicultural

environment that allows for academic and life experiences that will benefit graduates of Rowan. It is our intent to work

towards enhancing the climate of the institution so that all students, staff and faculty feel safe in expressing themselves

intellectually and socially.

Orientation and Student Leadership Programs

Drew Tinnin

Director of Orientation & Student Leadership Programs

Savitz Hall 336

856.256.4041

[email protected]

The Office of Orientation and Student Leadership Programs (OSLP) assists new students in their transition to Rowan

University. Orientation and Student Leadership Programs directs programs such as freshman and transfer orientation and

Leadership Rowan.

Orientation and Student Leadership Programs begins the integration process of new students into the intellectual, cultural,

and social climate of the institution, and provides a capstone to students' co-curricular learning and development through

leadership certification.

LEADERSHIP ROWAN

Rowan University recognizes the value of preparing students for leadership roles. Through education, enrichment and

empowerment, Leadership Rowan enables students to transform themselves, their communities, and the world through

three levels of leadership experiences:

1. Leadership Training

2. Leadership Application and Organizational Effectiveness

3. Leadership Sustainability

ORIENTATION

Through on-campus and online orientation programs, undergraduate students are introduced to the concepts of academic

success, co-curricular enrichment, dual community membership, & holistic wellness and discover pathways to engagement

through STEP UP. Orientation programs provide opportunities for parents & family members to support their student's

transition. The Office of Orientation and Student Leadership Programs coordinates and implements these programs in

collaboration with academic and student service units who share the responsibility for welcoming our new students and

their parents and family members.

Student Enrichment and Family Connections

Julie A. Peterson

Director of Student Enrichment and Family Connections

Student Center, Room 216

856.256.4596

[email protected]

Rowan University, through its Parent and Family Program, is committed to establishing and maintaining sound

relationships with parents and guardians of our students to enhance and support their university experience and promote

student success. We achieve this goal by being available to assist and guide parents in facilitating better communication with

the university. We seek to maintain a welcoming university community by promoting an effective relationship between

parents and the university community for the benefit of all.

The Parent and Family Program is dedicated to helping families with their student's transition to the university. Our office

is available to help direct parents to appropriate college resources, facilitate timely responses, and assist parents and

guardians with questions or concerns. The Program works collaboratively with all campus offices to offer a high level of

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parent support and services designed to enhance their student learning and the support and retention of students.

Recreation Center

Tina Pinocci

Assistant Vice President, Campus Recreation and Student Center

856.256.4900

[email protected]

The Student Recreation Center staff is committed to providing exceptional programs, services, and facilities that promote

and encourage a balanced, healthy lifestyle. We are dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming environment that enhances

student learning and skill development, fosters enjoyment and appreciation for recreational life, and enriches the quality of

life for the Rowan Community.

Rowan University's Recreation Center is a three story, 76,000 square foot recreational activities facility. The building

houses an eight-lane swimming pool, a three-lane indoor track, a three court multi-sport gymnasium, five racquetball courts

(one used for indoor cycling) and a group exercise room. The facility also has a 9,000 square foot fitness and weight room, a

conference room, locker/shower facilities, and a juice smoothie bar. The main desk of the facility operates as ID

access/control area, equipment checkout center, and as the program/membership registration area.

The Recreation Center's program covers a broad range of programs and services in addition to maintaining ready access to

the facility. The building maintains 17-hour days during the academic year, with modified hours during the weekends,

holidays, and breaks over the course of the year. From a programmatic standpoint, the Rec Center provides over 235

structured programs per year in the areas of intramural, and club sports as well as fitness, instructional activities, special

events and youth activities. Although the foundation of our department rests on serving student recreational needs as a

priority, we are also committed to a broader constituency. Membership figures from last year indicate that we served over

1,700 non-student members in the following categories:faculty/staff, alumni, spouse, dependent and community.

Residential Learning and University Housing

Travis Douglas, Director for Residential Learning

Savitz Hall, Room 103

856.256.4266

The Office of Residential Learning and University Housing exists to support each individual resident student in all areas of

their university experience. We expect that each resident student will play an active part in the development of a

community that embraces diversity, personal growth, scholarship and respect of self, others, and the environment.

Residential Learning Programming: Residential Learning and University Housing coordinates programs designed to

integrate high quality engagement with learning. The Residential Learning staff works with various members of the

university community to provide a living/learning environment that is unique to the Rowan Experience.

Mandatory Housing: All unmarried undergraduate full-time students, under the age of 21, whether or not emancipated,

who will not be living in the residence of their parents or legal guardian, must reside in the university residential facilities

until completion of their second academic year (or four full-time semesters).

Residential Facilities: Rowan University offers two types of on-campus co-ed housing, residence halls and apartments. The

Residence Halls are as follows:

Evergreen Hall, Laurel Hall, Mullica Hall, Magnolia Hall,Mimosa Hall,Oak Hall, Chestnut Hall,and Willow Hall

The Apartments are as follows:

Edgewood Park Apartments, Rowan Blvd. Apartments, Triad Apartments, and Rowan Townhouses

On-campus apartments are reserved for upperclassmen. Students with questions concerning housing facilities, arrangements

or contract agreements should be directed to the Residential Learning and University Housing Office, Savitz (856) 256-4266.

Service Learning, Volunteerism and Community Engagement

Andrew Perrone, Assistant Director

Chamberlain Student Center, Suite 208

856.256.4597

[email protected]

The Office of Service Learning and Volunteerism and Community Engagement offers numerous opportunities for students

who want to give back to the community as volunteers. Service Learning Programs at Rowan University provide students

the choice to combine classroom learning with an active service component, while linking service to deeper levels of

self-reflection and self-discovery around values, skills and academic content. Service Learning provides opportunities for

students to extend their learning beyond the classroom and into the communities around them. Opportunities for

Volunteerism and Community Service are provided through numerous Community Partners, ongoing Volunteer Programs,

and Service Organizations and Clubs.

Students who participate in service learning and volunteerism are able to:

• Develop civic-mindedness and social responsibility

• Academic learning becomes real and relevant

• See whether career choices are good ones

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• Encouraged to examine moral and ethical issues

• Find the experiences personally rewarding

Student Activities

Constantine Alexakos

Assistant Director for Student Activities

Chamberlain Student Center, Room 209

856.256.4696

[email protected]

The Office of Student Activities (OSA) supports the mission of the Division of Student Life. This office is also responsible

for oversight and advising of both Rowan After Hours and Student University Programmers. Through constant

collaboration with campus partners, the OSA plans and implements co-curricular programs for all students that are designed

to stimulate personal development, create opportunities for student engagement, and contribute to building campus

community.

Student Center

Tina Pinocci

Assistant Vice President, Campus Recreation and Student Center

Chamberlain Student Center

856.256.4604

[email protected]

The Chamberlain Student Center serves as a safe and welcoming environment with unlimited opportunities for personal

development and enhanced learning experiences. Through quality services, programs and facilities, the Student Center is

"more than just a building."

The Administration of the Chamberlain Student Center is responsible for a variety of services within the building.

Scheduling of all meetings within the Student Center, approval of all flyers and posters is done in this office. Student

employees working at the Information Desk and Prof's Place report to staff and supervisors housed here as well. The

buildings policies and procedures are available at any time during the day.

Offices and services housed within the Chamberlain Student Center are; Student Conferences and Events Services, Student

Government Association, Student University Programmers, Service Learning and Volunteerism, Student Activities,

Mailroom, Sodexho Dining Services (Food Court, Market Basket Convenience Store, Jazzman's, Marketplace Dining, Owl's

Nest, and Catering), and Student Publications.

Student Government Association/SGA

Chamberlain Student Center

856.256.4540

The Student Government Association (SGA), the official voice of students in University affairs, coordinates student

activities on campus. All fulltime and part-time undergraduate students become members of the SGA upon payment of the

student activity fee.

The SGA maintains meaningful student input in University affairs, serves as a funding source and coordinating group for

student activities and provides services for the welfare of the students and the University. The SGA encourages the concept

of diversity by involving students with as broad a variety of ideas and backgrounds as possible. To accomplish this, SGA

opens many positions to students through appointment or election. These range from serving as class advisory board

members to being president of SGA.

An elected executive board and senate consisting of student representatives of academic departments, classes and bureaus,

administer the SGA. Students interested in running for or being appointed to a position in SGA may seek information in the

SGA suite on the main floor in the Student Center or contact Nancy Fox extension 4540.

Other Student Organizations

At Rowan University, SGA charters and finances over 100 student clubs and organization. These organizations provide a

wide variety of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities to meet the varying interests of Rowan University students.

Students can become members of organizations by contacting the organization's president or advisor directly. All

organizations have a mailbox located in the SGA suite. Students interested in forming a new organization can request a new

charter for it from SGA.

Student organizations are financed from fees charged to all matriculated undergraduate students. The Student Government

Association assumes the responsibility for distributing all monies to the various organizations.

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Policies and Procedures

The following selected policies and procedures govern conditions that affect student enrollment. For more information on

these and other policies that may relate to academic affairs, students are encouraged to consult with the dean of students,

the registrar, the Career & Academic Planning Center and the Student Government Association.

Academic Advising Policy

Providing academic advisement at Rowan University is a partnership between advisor and advisee to provide information

and support that will assist student Levels in creating and accomplishing their educational and career goals.

The University will make academic advising available to each matriculated student. Students have the responsibility and

right to meet with the advisor for information relevant to their academic and career goals. Academic and career information

is also provided to students by sources such as websites (e.g., University, College, Department, Career and Academic

Planning Center, and Registrar's Office websites), published materials, and email announcements, as well as through

individual and group meetings with advisors.

Advising that contributes to the Teaching and Learning Mission

• Is a student-centered process

• Facilitates problem-solving, decision-making and evaluation skills

• Encourages both short-term and long-term goal-setting

• Stresses the shared responsibility between students and their advisors

Implementation Academic advising will be available to all students upon matriculation at Rowan University. Students who

have declared a major should contact their departments to obtain advising. Students who have not declared a major should

contact the Career and Academic Planning Center for advising.

• Students are encouraged to meet with the advisor each semester prior to registration.

• Advisors will provide available times for individual or group meetings to advise students.

Responsibilities of Advisors: (The following responsibilities are illustrative as opposed to exhaustive)

Make reasonable efforts to be:

• Accessible to and an advocate of the students

• Knowledgeable of university policies and procedures

• Helpful to students in defining and developing realistic goals

• Participatory, and inform students, when applicable, of special research and learning opportunities, honors programs

and accelerated degree options, remediation or special assistance, and opportunities in a community of learners

• Helpful in assisting students with their planning programs consistent with their abilities and interests

• A source of information to students about matters such as course sequencing, grade point average, and special

requirements for graduation for their majors

• A resource concerning the linkage between academic preparation and the worlds of work and graduate studies

Responsibilities of Advisees: (The following responsibilities are illustrative as opposed to exhaustive)

Make reasonable efforts to be:

• Responsible and understand requirements for educational progress

• Clear about personal values and goals

• Knowledgeable about college programs, policies, and procedures

• An active learner by participating fully in the advising experience

• Proactive in seeking out their advisor, prepared, and accurate

• Actively engaged in monitoring their academic progress and following through on the advisor's recommendations

Academic Honors Policy

Outstanding academic achievement is recognized when students have grade point averages of 3.450 or better. Students who

achieve this average, based on 12 semester hours of letter grades, for any one semester will be placed on the Dean s List.

Rowan University recognizes exceptional academic achievement at graduation. Qualifications for academic honors at

Commencement shall be based upon the student's academic average at the end of the first term of the senior year. The

average shall be based upon a minimum of 36 semester hours of coursework completed at Rowan University at the time of

computation. Honors are awarded according to the following schedule:

3.450-3.649 Cum Laude

3.650-3.849 Magna Cum Laude

3.850-4.000 Summa Cum Laude

Students' transcripts shall indicate academic honors based upon the cumulative grade point average achieved at the end of

the senior year. Honors will be recalculated for grade changes that have been approved within 90 days after the end of the

student's final semester.

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Outstanding academic achievement is recognized when students have grade point averages or 3.450 or better. Students who

achieve this average based on 12 semester hours of letter grades for any one semester will be placed on the Dean's List.

Part-time students who have completed 12 or more semester hours with letter grades during the academic year (Fall, Winter,

Summer 1 and Summer 2 semesters) and who achieve a grade point average of 3.450 or better will be placed on the Dean's

List in August.

Academic Integrity Violation Policy

I. Introduction

The integrity of academic programs is imperative to Rowan University's mission. While acknowledging the social and

collaborative nature of learning, the University expects that grades awarded to students will reflect individual efforts and

achievements. All members of the Rowan community are responsible for understanding what constitutes academic

dishonesty; upholding academic integrity standards and encouraging others to do likewise; and knowing the procedures,

rights and obligations involved in the Academic Integrity Policy. Academic dishonesty, in any form, will not be tolerated.

Students who commit an act of academic dishonesty are subject to disciplinary sanctions up to and including expulsion from

the university.

II. Definitions of Academic Integrity Violations

Cheating: Cheating is an act of deception by which a person misrepresents his or her mastery of material on a test or other

academic exercise.

Examples of cheating include but are not limited to:

• Copying from another person's work.

• Allowing another person to copy your work.

• Using unauthorized materials such as a textbook or notebook during an examination or using technology to illicitly

access unauthorized materials.

• Using specifically prepared materials such as notes written on clothing or other unauthorized notes, formula lists, etc.,

during an examination.

• Collaborating with another person during an examination by giving or receiving information without permission.

Plagiarism: Plagiarism occurs when a person represents someone else's words, ideas, phrases, sentences, or data as one's

own work. When submitting work that includes someone else's words, ideas, syntax, data or organizational patterns, the

source of that information must be acknowledged through complete, accurate and specific references. All verbatim

statements must be acknowledged through quotation marks. To avoid a charge of plagiarism, a person should be sure to

include an acknowledgment of indebtedness, such as a list of works cited or bibliography.

Examples of plagiarism include but are not limited to:

• Quoting, paraphrasing or even borrowing the syntax of another's words without acknowledging the source.

• Using another's ideas, opinions or theories even if they have been completely paraphrased in one's own words without

acknowledging the source.

• Incorporating facts, statistics or other illustrative material taken from a source, withoutacknowledging the source,

unless the information is common knowledge.

• Submitting a computer program as original work that duplicates, in whole or in part, without citation, the work of

another.

Fabrication: Fabrication refers to the deliberate use of invented information or the falsification of research or other

findings with the intent to deceive.

Examples of fabrication include but are not limited to:

• Citation of information not taken from the source indicated.

• Listing of sources in a bibliography or other report not used in that project.

• Fabricating data or source information in experiments, research project or other cademic exercises.

• Misrepresenting oneself or providing misleading and false information in an attempt to access another user's

computer account.

Academic Misconduct: Academic Misconduct includes the alteration of grades; involvement in the acquisition or

distribution of unadministered tests, and the unauthorized submission of student work in more than one class.

Examples of academic misconduct include but are not limited to:

• Submitting written work to fulfill the requirements of more than one course without the explicit permission of both

instructors.

• Changing, altering, falsifying or being accessory to the changing, altering or falsifying of a grade report or form, or

entering any university office, building or accessing a computer for that purpose.

• Stealing, buying, selling, giving away or otherwise obtaining all or part of any unadministered test/examination or

entering any university office or building for the purpose of obtaining an unadministered test/examination.

• Coercing any other person to obtain an unadministered test.

• Substituting for another student or permitting any other person to substitute for oneself to take a test or examination.

• Altering test answers and then claiming instructor inappropriately graded the examination.

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• Violating the Network and Computer Use Policy, also known as the "Acceptable Use Policy, Network and System

Services" established by Information Resources is currently available for review at the following website:

http://www.rowan.edu/toolbox/policies/network . Below are some examples of violations listed in the policy. Students

should refer to the policy for the full list of violations.

• Each user is solely responsible for all functions performed from his/her account(s) on any system.

• No user may violate Federal Copyright Law. This means he/she may not alter, copy, translate, transmit, or receive

software, music, images, text, or any other information licensed to or copyrighted by another party unless the license or

• No user may attempt to monitor another individualÂ¿s data communications, nor may he/she read, copy, change, or

delete another individual's files or software, without the prior permission of the owner.

• No user may send messages that are likely to result in the loss of the recipient's work, system downtime, or otherwise

compromise a remote user's system. This includes, but is not limited to, redistribution of computer viruses or Trojan

horses.

III. Classification of Academic Integrity Violations by Offense

Violations of academic integrity are classified into four categories based on the seriousness of the behaviors and the possible

sanctions imposed. Brief descriptions are provided below. These are general descriptions and should not be considered as all

inclusive.

LEVEL 1 VIOLATIONS

Level 1 violations may occur because of ignorance or inexperience on the part of the person(s) committing the violation and

ordinarily include a very minor portion of the course work. A sanction for a level 1 violation will not exceed a failing grade on

the assignment.

Example: Improper footnoting or unauthorized assistance with academic work on the part of a first-year Rowan University

student.

Recommended Sanction(s): Make-up assignment at a more difficult level or assignment of no credit for work in question,

required attendance at a workshop on academic honesty, and/or an assignment that will increase the student's awareness of

academic integrity.

Reporting Mechanisms: Matters involving Level 1 violations are normally adjudicated by the instructor and sanctioned

accordingly. A record of this violation will be retained in the Office of the Provost in accordance with State record retention

guidelines. The student can appeal the determination and/or the sanction imposed in accordance with policy.

LEVEL 2 VIOLATIONS

Level 2 violations involve incidents of a more serious nature and affect a significant aspect or portion of the course. Any

violation that involves repeat offenses at level 1 is considered a level 2 violation. A sanction for a level 2 violation will not

exceed a failing grade in the course.

Example: Quoting directly or paraphrasing without proper acknowledgment on an assignment or failing to acknowledge all

sources of information and contributors who helped with an assignment.

Recommended Sanction(s): A failing grade in the course, Academic Integrity Probation and/or the imposition of other

lesser sanctions as deemed appropriate.

Reporting Mechanisms: Matters involving Level 2 violations are normally adjudicated by the instructor and sanctioned

accordingly following a sanction review by the Academic Integrity Review Board (for additional information refer to Section

V below, "Academic Integrity Review Board Procedures"). The student can appeal the determination and/or the sanction

imposed in accordance with policy. A record of this violation will be retained in the Office of the Provost in accordance with

State record retention guidelines.

LEVEL 3 VIOLATIONS

Level 3 offenses are even more serious in nature and involve dishonesty on a more significant portion of course work, such as

a major paper, hourly or final examination. Any violation that is premeditated or involves repeat offenses below level 3 is

considered a level 3 violation. A sanction for a level 3 violation will not exceed suspension from the University.

Example: Copying from or giving assistance to others on an hourly or final examination, plagiarizing major portions of an

assignment, using forbidden material on an hourly or final examination, presenting the work of another as oneÂ¿s own, or

altering a graded examination for the purposes of re-grading.

Recommended Sanction(s): A failing grade in the course, Academic Integrity Probation, and suspension from the University

for one or more semesters with a notation of "Disciplinary Suspension" placed on a student's transcript and/or the

imposition of other lesser sanctions as deemed appropriate. Reporting Mechanisms: Matters involving Level 3 violations are

adjudicated by the Academic Integrity Review Board and sanctioned accordingly. The student can appeal the determination

and/or the sanction imposed in accordance with policy. A record of this violation will be retained in the Office of the

Provost in accordance with State record retention guidelines.

LEVEL 4 VIOLATIONS

Level 4 violations are the most serious breaches of academic integrity. They also include repeat offenses below level 3

violations and violations committed while already on or after returning from Academic Integrity Probation.

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Example: Forgery of grade change forms; theft of examinations; having a substitute take an examination; any degree of

falsification or plagiarism relating to a senior or graduate thesis;fusing a purchased term paper; sabotaging another's work;

the violation of the clinical code of a profession.

Recommended sanction: Expulsion from the University and a permanent dismissal notation on the student's transcript

and/or the imposition of other lesser sanctions as deemed appropriate.

Reporting Mechanisms: Matters involving Level 4 violations are adjudicated by the Academic Integrity Review Board and

sanctioned accordingly. The student can appeal the determination and/or the sanction imposed in accordance with policy. A

record of this violation will be retained in the Office of the Provost in accordance with State record retention guidelines.

IV. Reporting and Adjudication of Academic Integrity Violations

A student or University employee who has witnessed an apparent act of academic misconduct or has information that

reasonably leads to the conclusion that such an act has or will occur should inform the instructor or the Office of the

Provost. An instructor who believes that a student has attempted or committed an apparent act of academic misconduct

should investigate the matter. Instructors are encouraged to consult with staff in the Office of the Provost.

Role of Instructor

a. If the instructor then concludes that misconduct has occurred, he or she should obtain a copy of the Report of an

Academic Integrity Violation (RAIV) form from the web, the departmental office, or the Office of the Provost. The

instructor should complete as much of the RAIV form as possible prior to meeting with the student, including the

appropriate type of violation/level. Instructors are permitted to refer the alleged violation directly to the Office of the

Provost for adjudication by the Academic Integrity Review Board. In such matters a member of the Office of the

Provost will be designated to conduct the meeting with the student.

b. The instructor should make reasonable attempts to meet with the student in question as soon as possible. When

necessary, such meetings may be conducted by telephone or electronic mail. In this meeting every effort should be

made to preserve the basic teacher/student relationship. The student should be given the opportunity to respond to

the allegation and to review and sign the RAIV if he/she so chooses. The student should be allowed to remain in class

and complete course work until a final resolution is reached.

c. The instructor should include a recommended grade sanction on the RAIV before the student signs the

acknowledgement section of the RAIV form. Instructors may recommend sanctions up to and including a failing grade

for the course. Students should not sign the form if they have additional questions or want to consult staff in the Office

of the Provost.

d. At the conclusion of the meeting the instructor must provide the student with a copy of the RAIV form. The

instructor should then forward the form and all supporting documentation to the Office of the Provost for a

determination of the appropriate level of violation.

Level 1 violations: The instructor will make the determination on whether a violation has occurred and on the penalty.

Appeals go directly to the Office of the Provost.

Level 2 violations: The instructor will make the determination of whether a violation occurred and on the penalty. Appeals

go to the Office of the Provost, which will refer the matter to the Academic Integrity Review Board for a sanction review.

Level 3 and 4 violations: The Office of the Provost will refer the matter to the Academic Integrity Review Board for

adjudication at a hearing. Appeals are decided by the Provost.

a. Additional sanctions, including suspension or expulsion from the university, may be assessed when requested by the

instructor, requested by the academic unit in which the violation occurred, or when stipulated by the academic

integrity policy (i.e. the level of the violation or the existence of previous academic integrity violations by the student.)

b. In the case that an instructor must assign a grade before the case is resolved, the instructor should assign a grade of

"INC," which will be changed when the case is resolved.

c. A student may not withdraw from a course in which he or she has committed or has been accused of committing an

academic integrity violation. A student found to have withdrawn from a course in which an academic integrity

violation is alleged or determined will be re-enrolled in the course upon receipt of a RAIV by the Office of the Provost.

In addition, a student found responsible for an academic integrity violation in a course in which they have participated

but have not enrolled will be retroactively enrolled and assigned an appropriate sanction.

V. Academic Integrity Review Board Procedures

The Academic Integrity Review Board is composed of six regular members.

• Two student members who are appointed by the Student Government Association.

• Student members must be matriculated and in good standing with the University.

• Two members of the faculty who are appointed by the University Senate President.

• Two members of the administration who are appointed by the Office of the Provost.

• One alternate from each category will also be appointed.

The Academic Integrity Review Board is chaired by the Associate Provost for Academic Affairs. The Chair shall be a

participating but nonvoting member of the Committee. The Academic Integrity Review Board may conduct a sanction

review or be convened for adjudication of an allegation of academic dishonesty by a quorum of four members, provided that

at least one student, one faculty member and one administrator are present.

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Additional Procedural Guidelines

a. For matters not being adjudicated by the Academic Integrity Review Board (Levels 1 and 2), the Board will conduct a

sanction review to determine whether the student has prior violation and then determine appropriate additional

sanctions.

b. When applicable the Office of the Provost will be responsible for providing both the student and the instructor with

proper notice concerning their participation in a hearing before the Academic Integrity Review Board. In addition

notice of the results of hearings and matters referred for sanction review will also be provided. In the event that either

the student or the instructor does not attend a scheduled hearing the matter will be heard based on the written record

and the information provided by the party in attendance.

c. Hearings conducted by the Academic Integrity Review Board will be closed to all members of the campus and outside

community except those directly involved with the case.

d. The burden of proof rests upon the complainant, who must establish that it was "more likely than not" that the

accused student is responsible for the conduct violation based on the weight of the credible information presented.

e. Any student appearing at a hearing before the Academic Integrity Review Board for adjudication of an allegation of

academic dishonesty may challenge the assignment of any member of the board to his/her case. Upon hearing the

details of the challenge, the Chair will either uphold or deny the challenge.

f. A Board member will withdraw from adjudicating any case in which he/she cannot reach a fair and objective decision.

g. There will be an audio recording of the hearing (excluding Board deliberations and voting) for the purpose of providing

assistance to the Board in their deliberations and to the accused student or complainant for use in filing an appeal. This

recording remains the property of the University and constitutes an official record of the hearing.

h. Because legal procedures will not be formally applied, the Chair will make all determinations on questions of procedure

and admissibility of information presented and will not be excluded from hearings or Board deliberations except that

s/he will not vote. The Chair will exercise control over the manner in which the hearing is conducted to avoid

unnecessarily lengthy hearings and to prevent the harassment or intimidation of witnesses. Anyone who disrupts a

hearing or who fails to adhere to hearing procedures may be excluded from the proceeding.

i. The Board will review all materials and hear all information pertinent to the case from the complainant, the accused

and all witnesses. Members of the Board, including the Chair, will be free to ask relevant questions in order to clarify

information or resulting issues.

j. After hearing all the information, the Board will deliberate privately until a decision is reached by a majority vote. A tie

vote will result in a finding of "not responsible."

k. If the student is found "responsible" the Board will determine the appropriate sanction to be imposed. At this point

both the academic and non-academic past disciplinary records of the accused student will be supplied to the Board by

the Chair. Other information from the Chair which is relevant to the choice of sanction(s) may also be introduced at

this point, including information concerning sanctions imposed against other students for similar offenses. No

information directly related to the case in question may be introduced for the first time unless the accused student has

been informed and allowed to review and comment on the information.

l. Following the hearing, the Chair will provide the accused student with written notification of the decision reached, the

reason for the decision and information regarding the University's appeal process.

VI. Rights in Hearings

The University disciplinary system is not a criminal or civil law process and the legal procedures applicable in criminal and

civil cases will not apply. This policy is not intended to supercede any existing law or regulation. University disciplinary

hearings will accord the following specific rights to all students:

a. To receive written notice of the alleged violation.

b. To have reasonable access to the case materials prior to and during any hearing.

c. To have access to advice by an individual of his or her choosing, including an attorney. (refer to the Student

Information Guide. However, the advisor may not participate in the hearing.

d. To participate in the hearing, present information on his or her own behalf, call witnesses and question information

provided at their hearing. This does not include the right to directly question witnesses.

e. To receive written notification of the decision reached. The notification will also include a list of any sanctions

imposed and appeal information.

VII. Description of Sanctions

A student may receive a single or multiple sanctions for violations of the Academic Integrity policy. Factors to be

considered in deciding sanctions will include present demeanor and past disciplinary record of the student and the nature

and severity of the violation. Sanctions which may be imposed upon any student found to have violated the Academic

Integrity policy include the following:

XF Grade: When a student fails a course for reasons of academic dishonesty, a grade of XF will be assigned. X will be

removed from the transcript after the student completes an academic integrity seminar or its equivalent; the student can

have a maximum of one X removed in his/her career as a Rowan student. XF for the purpose of GPA calculation will be

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considered an F.

Academic Integrity Probation: A defined period of time (minimum of one semester) indicating that a student is no longer

in good standing with the university. Any subsequent violation while in this status will likely result in suspension or

expulsion from the university.

Suspension: Beginning on the date the suspension takes effect, the student is no longer a registered student, may not attend

classes, nor receive grades for a specified period of time. In addition, while in this status, the student is not permitted to be

present on the campus or at a University-sponsored event for any reason whatsoever. The suspension will be noted on the

student's academic transcript as disciplinary suspension. The student is not entitled to any refund of any fees after published

refund

Expulsion: Beginning on the date the expulsion takes effect, the student may never again be a registered student, may never

attend classes, nor receive grades. In addition, the student may never be present on the campus nor at a

University-sponsored event for any reason whatsoever. The expulsion will be noted on the student's academic transcript as

Academic Integrity Expulsion. The student is not entitled to any refund of any fees after published refund dates.

VIII. Appeal of Academic Integrity Violations

1. Upon receiving notification of the outcome of a case, the accused student may file an appeal for the following reasons:

a. A specified procedural error(s) or error(s) in the interpretation of University regulations is so substantial as to have

effectively denied the participant a fair hearing.

b. New and significant information has become available which could not have been discovered by a properly diligent

person before or during the hearing.

c. The sanction is substantially disproportionate to the violation.

d. The facts of the case were insufficient to establish that a violation occurred. Please Note: If a student has pleaded

responsible to a violation, the reason for appeal will be limited to reason "c" only.

2. All appeals must be made within seven (7) business days of the date on the letter informing the student of the decision.

Appeals must be submitted in writing to the Provost or designee and should explain in detail the basis of the request,

including any supporting documentation. Upon receipt of the written appeal, the Provost will defer the imposition of the

sanction(s) pending the decision on the appeal.

3. The Provost will review the written appeal and all documentation contained in the case file and will decide whether to

deny or uphold the appeal. If an appeal is upheld based on procedural error or new information (reasons a or b above), the

case will be remanded to the original adjudicator for re-opening of the hearing. If an appeal is upheld based on

disproportionate sanction or lack of sufficient information (reasons c or d above), the Provost will render the appropriate

determination and/or sanction.

4. The Provost will respond to the appeal within seven (7) business days of the date on the letter. The final decision will be

issued in writing either accepting or denying the appeal and giving the reasons for this decision.

5. Normally, all appeal decisions are final and will be implemented immediately. For matters involving the expulsion of a

student, the accused student may request that the President of the University review the decision of the Provost. A request

for review by the President must be made within seven (7) business days of the date on the letter informing the parties of the

Provost's decision. The request must be submitted in writing to the Office of President and must include clear and

convincing reasons to change the decision of the Provost. The President may or may not elect to review a decision. The

request for review will be responded to in a timely manner by the Office of the President.

6. The appeals process described will be the final step in the adjudication process. Approved May, 2008

UNDERGRADUATE ACADEMIC STANDING POLICY

(Academic Good Standing, Probation, Dismissal, and Restriction)

Academic Good Standing

Rowan University has established standards for academic standing which apply to all matriculated undergraduate students as

follows: Students who have attempted 15 or more semester hour credits and have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of

at least 2.0 are considered to be in good academic standing.

Academic Probation

(For GPA Falling Below 2.0)

At the end of each Spring semester, matriculated undergraduate students who have attempted 15 credits or more and have a

cumulative GPA below 2.0 are placed on academic probation. This probationary period begins with the Fall semester.

Students have one academic year in which to achieve a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0. Those who have not attained a

cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 by this time will be dismissed from the university.

In addition,

1. Full-time students must attempt 12 or more credits each semester of probation. An attempted credit is defined as

credit for any courses in which a student receives a grade of A, B, C, D, F, P, S, W, WP, or WF, or IN. Students will be

considered on probation until they attain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 Summer courses may be taken to help

students reach the 2.0 cumulative GPA.

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Procedures:

• Students will receive a warning letter following any semester in which their cumulative GPA falls below 2.0.

• College Deans will notify students when they are placed on academic probation. Such notices will include a

requirement that students consult an academic advisor in their college early in the first probationary semester and in

no event later than the end of that semester. The Registrar's Office will notify the colleges of students who are placed

on academic probation and will note the academic probationary status on the student's academic record.

• Students will meet with their academic advisors to develop appropriate plans for achieving satisfactory academic

performance.

• Students on academic probation may not participate in extra-curricular or co-curricular activities sponsored by the

university

Academic Dismissal

Academic dismissal takes place under the following circumstances: Undergraduate students who have attempted at least 15

credits and have been on probation for the academic year (Fall/Spring) will be dismissed from the University. Their dismissal

is in effect as of the upcoming Fall semester.

Procedures

• The Registrar's Office will notify the appropriate University officers when students are academically dismissed and

will note the dismissal on the student's academic record.

• The College Deans will notify students in writing when they are dismissed. The notices will include a statement that

registration for the next semester will be canceled.

• Students so dismissed cannot register in either academic year or summer terms, as full or part-time students, nor as

non-matriculated students.

• Students who have been academically dismissed from the University may apply for readmission through the

Admissions Office after one academic year following dismissal.

• Students who have been academically dismissed may not participate in extra-curricular or co-curricular activities

sponsored by the university.

Academic Standing Appeal Process

The Office of the Provost serves as the focal point for the academic probation and dismissal. The Office of the Associate

Provost for Academic Affairs is responsible for the implementation of this process.

1. Written notification of the appeal process and dates will be sent to the student. Student contacts the Dean's Office in

the College of their major to make an appointment with the appeal committee. Student completes and returns the

Request an Appeal Hearing form with any supported material. Students who do not appeal and students whose appeal

is denied will be dismissed from the University.

Decisions concerning academic dismissal are made independently of decisions governing financial aid awards. Appeals

regarding the discontinuance of financial aid must be made to the Director of Financial Aid.

Academic Restriction

(for Failure to Meet Basic Skills Requirements)

Matriculated undergraduate students must fulfill the basic skills requirements by the time they have attempted 30 credits at

the university. Transfer students who enter with 30 or less credits must pass basic skills requirements by the end of their

second semester at the university. Failure to meet this deadline will result in restriction.

Procedures

• Students who are academically restricted may not register for regular university level courses in the academic year

terms, but may register for basic skills courses.

• Students on academic restriction may not participate in extra-curricular or co-curricular activities sponsored by the

university.

• Students may be removed from academic restrictions at any time by presenting to the appropriate dean or, for

exploratory studies students, the director of Career and Academic Planning, evidence of successful completion of all

the basic skills requirements.

• Students may not remain on academic restriction status for more than one academic year (Fall/Spring semesters).

Students who are not removed from academic restriction after one academic year are subject to dismissal from the

university. Exceptions may be made for special programs (e.g., EOF, Specialized Services).

Articulation With Area Community Colleges

Rowan University has currently active agreements with the majority of New Jersey's community colleges. These agreements

are for graduates of transfer programs who seek to complete a baccalaureate degree. These agreements help ensure that

courses taken at a community college meet the sequence requirements of our majors, making transfer easier for students. As

with the transfer of any credit from another institution to Rowan University, only the credits are transferable; the grade

point average (G.P.A.) relating to the credits is not transferred.

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Attendance Policy

Because classroom experiences vary greatly among disciplines, deliveries and instructors, Rowan's community of learners is

best realized when teachers and learners interact in ways deemed appropriate for any particular class. Thus, although what

constitutes attendance can differ from course to course, the following applies to all courses:

Responsibilities of Students

1. Students are expected to be present at each meeting of each scheduled class for which they are officially registered.

Students are responsible for knowing the instructor's attendance policy as stated in the syllabus.

2. Students absent for any of the following reasons:

• Religious observances

• Official University activities

• Documented illness

• Death of a family member or loved one

• Inclement weather

* Students must inform their instructor with official or verifiable written documentation before the fact in cases of

religious observances and official University activities, or as soon as possible thereafter in cases of illness, death of a

family member or loved one, and inclement weather. Students should consult with their instructor regarding

acceptable documentation.

3. In the case of rare and compelling circumstances not listed in #2 above, students should make every effort to discuss

reasonable accommodations with the instructor in advance if feasible or as soon as possible afterward.

Responsibilities of Faculty

1. Faculty are expected to keep accurate attendance records.

2. Attendance requirements must be part of the syllabus provided to students prior to the end of the drop/add period.

3. In the case of #2 under Student Responsibilities, faculty must make reasonable accommodation to provide these

students the opportunity to make up their written work, tests, or other assignments at the earliest possible convenient

time. In cases where graded classroom activities cannot be repeated and the student has not exceeded the maximum

number of allowable absences (as explained below under #6), the faculty member will either provide an alternative

graded exercise to replace the missed activity or remove the activity from the calculation of the student's final grade.

4. Faculty are under no obligation to make special provisions for students that are absent for reasons other than those

listed above. However, faculty are encouraged to consider accommodations for rare and compelling circumstances.

5. If a student develops a pattern of excessive and/or unexplained absences, faculty should advise the student to request

assistance from the Dean of Students.

6. Faculty (singularly or as part of a department or program) may establish additional reasonable attendance criteria that

are consistent with the above. This may include setting a maximum number of absences for a course - whether excused

or unexcused - after which a student should withdraw from the class with a WF. If the Dean of Students determines, in

consultation with the faculty member, that excused absences were a significant factor, the withdrawal may be altered

to a simple W.

Audit Policy

Students who wish to attend classes in a particular course and not receive credit may do so by registering in person during

final registration or Drop/Add at the Office of the Registrar. Auditors may choose whether or not to do the normally

required course work; likewise, instructors may choose whether or not to formally evaluate auditors work. Auditors receive

neither grade nor credit for any course. Courses designated 'AU' (audit) on student's transcripts do not count in defining

full-time/part-time status, financial aid or veterans benefits, or degree requirements. Students are not permitted to audit

private lessons for credit in the Department of Music, internships, student teaching, independent study, or other

experiential courses. Tuition for courses taken under the audit designation is established by the University s Board of

Trustees.

Basic Skills Requirement

Instruction in basic skills provides assistance for entering students needing skill development in reading, mathematics,

writing or computer competency. All freshmen and transfer students with less than 25 credits are required to take placement

tests to determine their level of proficiency in mathematics, reading, writing, and computer. Instructions for taking the

placement examinations are included in Admission materials. Students who are required to enroll in basic skills courses must

complete such courses within one year. If the requirement is not satisfied within the specified time, students are

recommended for suspension. Basic skills courses do not count toward the minimum number of semester hours needed to

complete the student's major and/or degree requirement.

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Challenge Examination

Challenge examinations will be limited to University-wide basic competency courses or the introductory course(s) in a major

sequence. A student meeting the minimum level of proficiency shall be exempt from the challenged course. No credit will be

awarded.

Each department shall determine which courses may properly be challenged by students claiming proficiency.

Change of Grade Policy

Grades are subject to change under the following conditions:

• INCOMPLETES: A grade of incomplete (IN) may be changed to a letter grade

• ERRORS: A grade calculated or recorded erroneously may be changed to the grade actually earned.

• DISPUTES: A disputed grade may be changed if the student appeals it successfully. A disputed grade differs from a

grade recorded in error in that disagreement over evaluation or application of criteria rather than miscalculation or

clerical mistake is involved.

The policies for these three conditions differ substantially. Students are advised to read each policy carefully, paying

particular attention to the respective time lines. A request for change of grade is appropriate only when an error has been

made by the professor in calculating or recording a student's grade or when an 'Incomplete' has turned into an 'F' and the

student has met all requirements, for the course.

In cases of a need to change a final grade assigned for a course, the time limit for confirmed contact of the professor who

awarded the grade is twenty (20) business days, not including summer, into the semester following the one in which the

grade was recorded. If the professor is unavailable or fails to respond by the 30th business day of the semester, students have

an additional ten (10) business days to contact the department chair. Where the department chair and the instructor are one

and the same, twenty (20) business days suffice before the student can move on to the next step. Students should retain

evidence of their attempts to reach either party, in extraordinary, rare, and compelling circumstances beyond the control of

the student, these limits may be extended, and changes may be made only with the written approval of the course instructor,

when available, the department chair, and the dean.

A change of grade is not a substitute for an 'Incomplete'. If a student has work missing at the end of a semester exams,

papers, assignments to be written or rewritten - an 'Incomplete' may be assigned if circumstances warrant. It is not

appropriate to use change of grade to alter P/NC to A-F grade or vice versa after the completion of the semester unless an

error has been made. In designated courses a student may request a P/NC option before the end of the drop-add period

during the semester in which the course is taken as noted in university policy. Students who do not declare an option for

P/NC before the end of the drop/add period are to be graded on the A-F scale.

Change of Registration Policy

The following policy explains guidelines and procedures governing the following changes of registration:

• Adding a course after the Drop/Add Period

• Dropping a course

• Withdrawing from a course

This policy combines the previous Late Registration Policy (formerly the Hardship Registration Policy) and Course

Withdrawal System Policy. The policy specifies required procedures and approvals for changes of registration. In all cases,

the student is strongly urged to consult with his/her advisor(s) regarding the planned changes.

Adding a course after the Drop/Add Period

In recognition of the fact that there are circumstances that students may face from time to time that prevent them from

registering for courses during appropriate registration periods, including the Drop/Add period, Rowan University has

adopted the following policy which specifies such circumstances.

Only the following circumstances are recognized as reasonable and acceptable reasons for requesting registration in a Rowan

University course after all registration periods have expired. One or more of these circumstances or reasons must have

prevented the student from registering during one of the normal registration periods:

• Cancellation of student's courses due to delay in approval of financial aid

• Personal issue (death of family member or loved one, serious illness or accident, etc.)

• Documented error by advisor, faculty member, or staff member

• Military service

Exceptions to this policy may be made only in rare and compelling circumstances that are clearly beyond the control of the

student.

In all cases, the student must provide documentation of the circumstances and obtain the signatures of the Professor,

Department Chairperson, Dean, Bursar, and Registrar. Such requests should be submitted using the form entitled Student

Request to Drop or Add a Course After the Drop/Add Period. Approved requests will be accepted by the Registrar's Office

for up to two weeks after the end of the Drop/Add period.

Dropping a course

Dropping a course results in the course being removed from the student's transcript entirely. The transcript will not record

that the student was ever enrolled in the course.

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Dropping a course during the Drop/Add period: Students may drop courses during the Drop/Add period through Banner.

No forms or approvals are required. When students drop a course during the Drop/Add period, neither the course nor the

drop will be recorded on the transcript. Students are not financially responsible for a course that is dropped.

Dropping a course after the Drop/Add period: In rare and compelling circumstances, students may need to drop a course

after the Drop/Add period. These circumstances include situations where a student was unable to make changes to his/her

registration in a timely fashion for one or more of the reasons cited above under "Adding a Course After the Drop/Add

Period." In such cases, students may submit a Student Request to Drop/Add a Course After the Drop/Add Period (the same

form that is used to add a course after Drop/Add). The student must provide documentation of the circumstances and

obtain the signatures of the Professor, Department Chairperson, Dean, Bursar, and Registrar. When students drop a course

through this process, neither the course nor the drop will be recorded on the transcript. Approved requests to drop a course

after the Drop/Add period will be accepted by the Registrar for up to two weeks following the end of Drop/Add. This date is

posted on the Registrar's website. After this date, changes of registration must be submitted as requests to withdraw.

Withdrawing from a course

Registration in a given Rowan University course implies the student's obligation to complete its requirements. Provisions

for withdrawal are made for special circumstances. Withdrawing from a course results in the student being assigned a W,

WP, or WF. This is not a grade and does not affect GPA. However, the course and the notation of the withdrawal remain

on the student's transcript and students remain financially responsible for courses from which they withdraw. Except in

extreme circumstances when the Department Chairperson and the Dean of a particular college allow, students are not

permitted to withdraw from the same course more than two (2) times. In all situations outlined in this policy, it is the

student's responsibility to meet the appropriate deadlines and obtain the required signatures.

Withdrawal: To withdraw from a course between the Drop/Add period and mid-semester, students must submit a Student

Request to Withdraw from a Course. The specific deadline for this form of withdrawal is posted on the Registrar's website.

The reason for the request may be stated on the form and must be signed by both the student and the course professor, who

must note the student's last date of attendance on the form. Upon receipt of the approved Student Request to Withdraw

from a Course, the Registrar's Office will enter a W on the official transcript.

Late withdrawal: To withdraw after mid-semester but before the last four weeks of the semester, the same process as stated

above under Withdrawal will prevail, except that the reason(s) for the request must be stated and approval must be obtained

from the Professor and respective Department Chairperson. The specific deadline for this form of withdrawal is posted on

the Registrar's website. The professor will indicate that the student is withdrawing with a passing grade (WP) or

withdrawing with a failing grade (WF). The professor will also note the student's last date of attendance on the form. Upon

receipt of the approved Student Request to Withdraw from a Course, the Registrar's Office will enter a WP or WF on the

official transcript.

Hardship withdrawal: Withdrawals during the last four weeks of the semester are considered exceptional and may occur

only with the approval of the Professor, Department Chairperson, and Dean. Documentation of the circumstances is

required. Poor academic performance and excessive unexcused absences are not acceptable reasons for requesting a

hardship withdrawal. The professor will indicate that the student is withdrawing with a passing grade (WP) or withdrawing

with a failing grade (WF). Upon receipt of the approved Student Request to Withdraw from a Course, the Registrar's Office

will enter a WP or WF on the official transcript.

Classroom Behavior Policy and Procedures

The following procedures apply to classrooms as well as student interactions with instructors in labs, offices and other

campus learning environments.

Rowan University recognizes that students play a major part in creating and supporting the educational environment and

believes that students have a right to learn and a responsibility to participate in the learning process. While Rowan

University is committed to the fundamental principles of freedom of speech, including controversial positions taken in the

classroom, all types of speech and behavior must be balanced with principles of appropriate classroom behavior.

Furthermore, course instructors have a right to establish clear expectations in this regard, and students share the

responsibility for maintaining an appropriate, orderly learning environment.

Students who fail to adhere to the behavioral expectations outlined by the instructor (either in the syllabus or at the time the

behavior occurs) may be subject to discipline in accordance with the procedures described in this classroom behavior policy.

Students and instructors are expected to follow the procedures described below when a concern about student behavior in

the classroom arises. This policy does not replace or preclude any Rowan policies or local, state or federal laws concerning

unlawful behaviors, whether inside or outside the classroom, including those concerning the health and safety of class

members or the instructor.

What Constitutes Disruption?

Disruptive behavior can be classified into two levels.

Level I disruptive behavior can include:

• Persistent speaking without permission

• Engaging in activities not related to the class

• Inappropriate use of electronic devices, cell phones, or pagers

• Sleeping in class

• Chronically entering class late or leaving early

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• Eating/drinking in class without permission

• Verbally abusive speech directed at faculty or other students

Level II disruptive behaviors can include:

• Threats of any kind

• Harassment

• Physical altercations

• Destruction of property

• Any behavior that puts the health or safety of the instructor or other students in the classroom in jeopardy

Some disruptive students many have emotional or mental disorders. Although such students may be considered disabled and

are protected under the Rehabilitation Act/ADA, they are held to the same standards of conduct as any student.

Procedures

Level I Disruptive Behavior

A. The instructor may warn the student that such behavior is unacceptable and, if such behavior continues, it may result

in the student being directed to leave the classroom. The instructor is advised to make a written record of this incident

for his/her personal records in the event further action is needed.

B. If the instructor feels the behavior warrants prompt action and/or the behavior continues, the instructor must direct

the student to leave the classroom immediately. If the student refuses to leave, the instructor should contact Public

Safety at 256-4911. The instructor is required to make a written report of the incident and provide a copy of this report

to the student, the department chair, the dean of the college where the course is held and the provost's office using the

Classroom Behavior Report form.

C. In the event the student is directed to leave the classroom, the instructor and student should attempt to resolve the

issue prior to the next class meeting.

D. If the issue cannot be resolved, then the matter must be referred to the department chair, who will meet with the

student and instructor to facilitate a resolution. The department chair is required to make a written record of the

meeting and provide copies to the instructor and student.

E. If the issue is not resolved to both the instructor's and the student's satisfaction or the department chair believes that

the student is in violation of the Student Code of Conduct or the disruptive behavior becomes a Level II situation, the

chair must refer the matter to the Office of Judicial Affairs. The dean of the college where the course is housed and the

provost's office will also be notified when this occurs. This process must be conducted in a timely manner so the

student does not miss more than one week of class.

Level II Disruptive Behavior

A. The first course of action is to contact Public Safety (256-4911) to defuse the situation as necessary.

B. All Level II violations must be referred to the Office of Judicial Affairs using the Classroom Behavior Report form.

The department chair, the dean of the college where the course is housed, and the provost's office will also be notified.

C. The student will be notified in writing by the Office of Judicial Affairs concerning violations of the Student Code of

Conductand will have a hearing opportunity before being sanctioned for misconduct. Once a decision is made, the

following will be notified in writing of the decision: the student, the instructor, the department chair, the dean of the

college where the course is housed, and the provost's office. "Classroom Behavior Report Template" is located on the

Provost Webpage.

Course Credit by Examination and Challenge Examinations

Credit by Examination is credit granted for satisfying the requirements of a course by written or oral examination, without

the student having been formally enrolled for the course. Rowan University's policy for credit by examination serves both

traditional and non-traditional students. Policy is therefore established in three areas:

1. Credit by examination for life experience using established external processes and agencies,

2. Credit by examination for life experience using campus based assessment processes, and

3. Challenge exams to demonstrate proficiency in specific courses now offered by the University.

Students may wish to demonstrate sufficient proficiency by a challenge examination which exempts the student from

further required coursework and/or credit hours only in the basic competency area of the curriculum. Successful challenge

examinations may be used to meet general education distribution requirements. However, challenge examination does not

reduce the total credit hours required for graduation from the University.

Credit by Examination for Life Experience, External Examination

The University recognizes tests by external assessment agencies, e.g., College Level Examination Placement (CLEP) and

Advanced Placement. Assignment of credit based upon external evaluation is considered as transfer credit. Credit

assessments made by Thomas Edison College are accepted as transfer credit. No more than 30 hours total semester credit

may be attained for life experience as determined by external assessment,other than from an accredited university or college,

may count toward the total credit requirement for graduation from Rowan University.

Courses taken in the armed services and recommended for credit by the American Council on Education have been

accepted.When these courses are applied to meet the major requirements, the respective major department/program

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advisor and dean must approve.

Credit by Examination for Life Experience, Internal Evaluation

An internal assessment to award credit by examination is done only if there are no approved external agencies or processes

available to the student and an internal process is requested by a particular academic department or division. Assessment

processes are developed by the particular department or division. No more than 18 credits may be awarded in lieu of

coursework by internal departmental assessment. Successful applicants receive a grade of pass and credit will be applied to

the total credit required for graduation.

Curricular Definitions

Major A major is a grouping of selected, related and approved courses that leads to a baccalaureate degree. The major has

stated goals, requirements and a suggested sequence of courses.The University has established a set of policies and

procedures for admission, continuance,and dismissal from an academic major. For more information on these policies and

procedures, contact the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs.

Minor A minor is a grouping of selected, related and approved courses that originate under a major degree program. The

minor has stated goals and a suggested distribution and a sequence of courses to include lower and upper level. Minors shall

consist of a minimum of eighteen (18) semester hours in a specified field other than one's major.

Concentration A concentration may generally be defined in two ways. It is a coordinated grouping of courses in disciplines

that do not have major programs. It is an interdisciplinary or multidisciplinary grouping of courses focused on common

subject matter. Concentrations shall have stated goals and a suggested distribution and sequence of courses. Concentrations

shall consist of a minimum of eighteen (18) semester hours of credit and a maximum of twenty-four (24) semester hours.

These courses do not constitute a major and are not required for graduation in any degree program.

Specialization A specialization is a group of courses within an approved major degree program that are focused in a cohesive

area of that major program. Specializations shall consist of a minimum of twelve (12) semester hours.

Full-Time Status A full-time undergraduate student is one who has enrolled for a minimum of twelve (12)credit hours per

semester. A full-time graduate student is one who has enrolled for a minimum of nine (9) credit hours per semester.

Deferred Payment Plan

A deferred payment plan is available to students. For details, students may contact the Bursar's Office.

Exploratory Studies

Matriculated students may enroll in courses as undeclared until they earn 60 credits. After students have earned 60 credits,

they must either declare a major or they will be placed in Liberal Studies - Humanities and Social Sciences major.

Extended and Final Registration (Matriculated and Non-Matriculated Students)

Extended registration is usually conducted prior to the beginning of a semester or summer session. Final registration is

conducted prior to the first week of a semester or summer session at which time a late registration fee is charged. Payment

of tuition and fees for students who register during Final registration is due at the time of registration.

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA)

In accordance with the provisions of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, students have the right to

inspect and review their own educational records. Records include permanent academic records in the Registrar's Office,

student housing records in the Office of Residence Life, placement records and credentials (except those on file prior to

January 1, 1975), and disciplinary records in the Office of Judicial Affairs. However, students must personally sign a release

permitting the University the right to release copies of such records to outside individuals or agencies. Unless students sign

such a release, records can be released only in accordance with the exceptions stipulated in the law. For details concerning

this policy, contact the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs/Dean of Students in Savitz Hall.

GPA Forgiveness for Poor Performance During the First Year

Undergraduate students who started at Rowan University as native freshmen, earned a cumulative GPA less than 2.0 during

their first academic year at Rowan University, left the University after their first academic year, and have not attended

classes at Rowan University for a minimum of two consecutive years may apply to have their grades forgiven and their GPA

restarted at 0.0.

Conditions and procedures:

• The maximum cumulative GPA that could be forgiven will be less than 2.0.

• The grades for a maximum of 36 attempted credits could be forgiven (based on the normal maximum number of

credits permitted).

• A student requesting GPA forgiveness is subject to existing procedures and timelines for re-registering or reapplying

as appropriate. In addition, the student must provide a written statement requesting GPA forgiveness and presenting

evidence of readiness and/or continuing progress, such as successful completion of 24 credits at a community college or

another accredited institution, regular employment, or military service. The student may be asked to provide

documentation of the problem that contributed to the original poor performance and/or actions taken to remedy the

problem.

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• Rowan University courses in which the student received a C or better will automatically be accepted as transfer

credits. The grades will not count toward GPA. The credits may count toward graduation, but will not count toward

the required minimum of 30 credits taken in residency. No credit will be granted for courses in which a C- or lower was

earned.

• Upon readmission or reentrance, students must successfully complete at least 12 credits and maintain a minimum

GPA of 2.0 before the GPA forgiveness would be applied.

• The policy does not apply to graduate students.

Additional provisions:

1. 1. The option provided by this policy is intended only for students in dire circumstances and should not be construed

as desirable or advantageous. The criteria for transfer credits are stricter than for normal situations. The required

documentation is similar to what would be required for students seeking reinstatement following academic dismissal.

The policy is not intended to supplant existing policies and procedures governing academic performance problems that

are resolvable by the student through a relatively minor correction or temporary hiatus. These other policies and

procedures include:

• Retaking a course to improve the grade

• Academic probation

• Academic dismissal

• Withdrawal from a course or courses

• Leave of absence

GPA forgiveness pertains to situations that are catastrophic and require a more intensive recovery period or growth process,

such as:

• Extreme difficulty adjusting to academic expectations

• Severe illness

• Emotional or psychological trauma

• Substance abuse

2. According to current University policy, conferral of academic honors at Commencement is based on the student's GPA at

the end of the first term of the senior year. The GPA must be based on a minimum of 36 semester hours of course work

completed at Rowan University. A student exercising the option described in this policy will have met this minimum if

he/she successfully complete his/her studies at Rowan and is therefore eligible for academic honors at Commencement. The

required 36 semester hours earned at Rowan do not include Rowan courses accepted for transfer credit as permitted by this

policy.

3. The student should be advised that although his/her GPA is being restarted at 0.0, his/her academic record remains

intact. The complete transcript will show the grades that were forgiven, and it is possible that employers, licensing or

certifying agencies, or graduate school admissions committees will use the student's "unadjusted" GPA for purposes of

determining eligibility.

Grading System Policy

The following notations are used to evaluate students' performances in courses:

Letter Grade Point Value

A 4.0 Excellent

A- 3.7

B+ 3.3

B 3.0 Good

B- 2.7

C+ 2.3

C 2.0 Fair

C- 1.7

D+ 1.3

D 1.0

D- 0.7

F 0.0 Failure

P Pass

NC No Credit

IN Incomplete

The following notations are made by the registrar:

W Withdrawal

NR Not Recorded

The 'NR' notation will be inserted by the registrar when instructors do not record grades forstudents in courses in which

these students are registered. This notation may be changed later to a regular letter grade by instructors using the Change of

Grade procedure. The symbol could be changed to a W if students present sufficient evidence of withdrawal from the

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course involved.

The use of 'P/NC' (Pass/No Credit) in selected courses has been approved by the University Senate. A list of approved P/NC

courses is published each semester in the Master schedule of Classes. Students must accept the responsibility of reviewing

that listing. P/NC grades will not contribute to the computation of cumulative grade point averages or the designation of

graduation honors. Descriptive reports will accompany P/NC grades only at students' written requests and at the option of

the instructor. If students do not request an option for P/NC before the end of the last day of the second week of class, they

will be graded on the A-F scale. Transfer and first-year students registering during or after September 1995 will be permitted

to take up to 10 percent of the credits earned as P/NC.

Students engaged in exchange programs are graded on the P/NC basis.

The interim grade of 'IN' (incomplete) may be assigned by an instructor under certain circumstances. This grade must be

removed before the end of the following academic semester. If students believe that circumstances warrant an extension,

they may request the instructor, in writing, for such an extension. If approved, the instructor will renew the incomplete in

the Registrar's Office when grades are due. Failure to remove the incomplete grade within the prescribed time will

automatically change the 'IN' to an 'F'.

Graduation Requirements Policy

Students must complete an academic major program to the satisfaction of the department administering the major.

Students must successfully complete a minimum of 120 semester hours with a minimum cumulative grade point average of

2.00 (Some programs require additional credits).

To be eligible for graduation, transfer and native first-year students will be permitted to take up to 10% of the credits earned

here Pass/No Credit. Any exception to this regulation requires the prior written consent of the academic major program

advisor and the respective academic dean.

A minimum of 30 credits of student's total degree program requirements must be taken in courses offered by Rowan

University. This amount may be achieved through any combination of day, evening, on-campus and off-campus offerings

and does not have to be the last 30 credits completed. All students planning to complete degree requirements at the end of

the semester must complete the appropriate application at the Registrar s Office during the beginning of that semester.

Diplomas will be available approximately eight weeks after the end of the term. The deadlines for filing are: October 15 for

Fall Semester, February 2 for Spring Semester and July 15 for Summer Session.

The University reserves the right to modify its requirements for graduation, continued registration or appropriate progress

towards the degree as directed by the Commission on Higher Education, the Presidents Council, or by the board of trustees

of Rowan University. These modifications may include, but are not limited to, requirements for the demonstration of

competence in college level basic skills, satisfactory mastery of subject matter in a major field or the acquisition of a broadly

based liberal arts education.

Leave of Absence or Withdrawal From The University Policy

Leave of Absence

Students who are currently enrolled but do not intend to register for classes in an upcoming semester may maintain their

matriculated status by applying for a Leave of Absence at the Counseling and Psychological Services Center located in Savitz

Hall. A leave of absence would allow a student to maintain their matriculated status for four consecutive semesters. Students

cannot apply for a Leave of Absence for a semester in which they are currently registered for classes. Leaves of Absence can

only be approved for semesters that have not yet begun.

Withdrawal from Rowan

To withdraw completely from Rowan University, a student must obtain a withdrawal from the Counseling and

Psychological Services Center located in Savitz Hall. The student must complete the form in the Center. The date of actual

withdrawal will be determined by the date the completed form is approved by the Counseling and Psychological Services

Center. Students receiving financial aid may be required to return a portion of those funds if they withdraw prior to the

mid-point of the semester, which is determined by federal guidelines.

Students who fail to follow the withdrawal process will be assigned a grade of 'F' or 'NR', depending on the faculty member's

ability to assign a grade for the semester. A student could request an Incomplete from a professor. Students who withdraw

completely from the University and wish to re-enroll in the next semester should complete a Reapplication form obtained

from the Admission Office located in Savitz Hall.

Matriculated Distinguish Policy

(To Distinguish Between Undergraduate and Graduate Educational Experiences in Student Records)

Undergraduate and graduate educational experiences are distinct and need to be clearly delineated in student records:

Students admitted to an undergraduate program will: Have all academic records stored in an undergraduate account; Apply

all courses taken (whether graduate level or undergraduate level) to their undergraduate degree and undergraduate GPA; Be

charged at the undergraduate rate for tuition and fees; Be subject to all undergraduate academic policies and procedures.

Students admitted to a graduate program will: Have all academic records stored in a graduate account; Be charged for all

courses (graduate or undergraduate) at the graduate rate for tuition and fees; Apply all courses to the graduate GPA; Be

subject to all graduate academic policies and procedures;

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Undergraduate courses taken by graduate students cannot be used to fulfill degree requirements.*

Credits from graduate level courses taken while an undergraduate student (whether taken at Rowan or other accredited

university) may transfer and be used toward the graduate degree if approved by the program, but the grade associated with

the courses will not transfer and will not impact the Rowan Graduate GPA.

*Except in rare and compelling circumstances beyond the control of the student, where the student may apply a maximum

of three semester hours of upper level undergraduate coursework toward the graduate program semester hour requirement

with the prior approval of the program advisor, department chairperson, dean, and Director of The Graduate School.

Matriculated/Non-Matriculated Status Policy

Matriculated students are those who have formally been admitted to the University through the Admissions Office, have

confirmed their intention to enroll in either a certificate granting program or a degree program, and who subsequently

Non-matriculated students are those who have not been formally admitted to the University through the Admissions

Office. Non-matriculated students may enroll in courses until they have attempted a total of 24 credits. After attempting 24

s.h., students may not enroll for additional credits without fully matriculating or receiving permission of the academic dean.

Furthermore, non-matriculated students may enroll in classes only on a part-time basis (not more than 11.5 credits per

semester).

Official Transcripts Policy

Transcripts are prepared by the Registrar's Office in accordance with the policies of the American Association of Collegiate

Registrars. Transcripts are sent only upon the written request of students. Where Rowan University transcripts show credit

hours earned at other institutions, the official transcripts from those institutions have become a part of the student's

permanent file in the Registrar's Office. Rowan University does not make copies of other institution's transcripts. It is

necessary to obtain such transcripts directly from the institutions concerned. There is a charge of $10.00 at the counter and

$15 by mail (check or money order, not cash) to process a request for each official Rowan University transcript. Disclosure of

information contained in students' official transcripts may only be done in accordance with the provisions of the Family

Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA).

Process for Resolving Disputed Grades Policy

It is the responsibility of the classroom instructor to evaluate each student's work and to assign a grade which is a fair and

valid measure of the student's achievement in the course. In the event of a dispute over an assigned grade, the student will

document in writing the rationale for the grade dispute. The student must provide a copy of his or her perception of the

dispute to the instructor and the department chair. It will then become part of the permanent record concerning the

dispute. This document must be signed and the date of the transmittal to the instructor and the department chair noted on

the document.

The time limit for initial confirmed contact of the professor who awarded the grade is twenty (20) business days, not

including summer, into the semester following the one in which the grade was recorded. If the professor is unavailable or

fails to respond by the 30th business day of the semester, students have an additional ten (10) business days to contact the

department chair. Where the department chair and the instructor are one and the same, twenty (20) business days suffice

before the student can move on to the next step.

1. Department Level

A. The student and the instructor will meet to attempt resolution of the disputed grade. If the instructor is no longer

accessible for any reason (e.g., prolonged illness, no longer at Rowan), the student may continue the process as noted in

this policy by first meeting with the department chair (see 1 b).

B. If the matter is not resolved, the student and the instructor will then meet with the department chair, who will act as a

facilitator, to determine if resolution is possible. If the dispute cannot be resolved informally, faculty will continue to

be available to assist in the resolution of the dispute.

2. College Level

If the issue is not resolved at the department level, within ten (10) business days from the time the department chair is

informed of the dispute, the student shall schedule a meeting with the appropriate academic dean within five (5) business

days of the departmental decision and will provide, in writing, the rationale for the grade dispute. The academic dean will

attempt to effect a reconciliation between the two parties within ten (10) business days of receiving the student's written

rationale for the grade dispute. Pertinent documentation provided by the instructor and the student shall form the basis for

discussion at this stage.

3. Grade Grievance Committee Level

If the matter is still unresolved, ten (10) business days after the meeting with the academic dean, the student may pursue the

matter with the associate provost for academic affairs. The associate provost for academic affairs will provide the Grievance

Committee with the student's written grievance to determine whether a formal hearing is warranted. If the Grievance

Committee determines a formal hearing is warranted, a date and time will be set for the hearing. The Grade Grievance

Committee shall, at the conclusion of the hearing, have prepared a written recommendation to the provost. The

recommendation shall be submitted within four working days after the hearing.

4. Provost Level

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Within ten (10) working days of receiving the recommendation, the provost will take action and shall notify both parties in

the grievance of the decision and action taken. This action is final.

The Grievance Committee shall be composed of two faculty members appointed by the Senate, two students appointed by

the SGA, and two administrators appointed by the University president or his/her designee. A chairperson shall be elected

from and by the membership and shall have the right to vote. The associate provost for academic affairs shall serve as an

ex-officio member of the Committee without vote. A majority of the Committee membership must be present for all

meetings of the committee.

Every effort will be made by the associate provost for academic affairs to schedule a grade grievance hearing at a time that is

mutually convenient to the instructor and the student. This may, however, not always be possible. The associate provost for

academic affairs will set the schedule for the meeting after careful consideration of the personal schedules of the parties

involved. A hearing will not be set for a time when either the instructor or the student has a class at Rowan scheduled. One

continuance is permitted if unforeseen events make one or the other party's attendance impossible. Thereafter, a new date

for the hearing will be set, and the committee will be convened despite the absence of one or both of the parties to the

dispute.

If any committee member has a direct personal or professional relationship with any individual(s) involved in a particular

case, that committee member may disqualify him/herself from serving on the committee while the case is being heard.

Further, if a charge of bias is raised by an individual, the contested committee member may disqualify him/herself from

committee deliberations. Failing voluntary action in either situation, the committee itself must reach a decision as to the

continuance of the individual so questioned. If a member is disqualified, another individual from the same constituency shall

be appointed to serve in his/her place.

Registration Procedures Policy

Self Service Banner registration for matriculated students is usually conducted in April and May for the Fall semester, in

October and November for the Spring semester and in March for the Summer sessions. Matriculated students may not

register for more than 18 s.h. per semester unless approval is obtained from their academic dean, or, for undeclared majors,

from the Office of Career & Academic Planning. Payment of tuition and fees for those students who use Self Service Banner

must be made by the date indicated on the course confirmation invoice.

Students who do not pay by the date indicated on the invoice will have their confirmations canceled. Students wishing to

re-register after such a cancellation may do so at final registration by making selections from courses with seats remaining

and paying tuition and fees at that time. Self Service Banner registration course confirmation invoices for students receiving

scholarships, VA benefits, graduate assistant stipends and other financial aid must be validated by the Bursar's Office by the

date indicated on the invoice. Students are responsible confirming registration regardless of who is paying the bill. If such

confirmation has not been completed by the due date on the invoice, registration will be canceled. If students wish to

reregister after such a cancellation, they may do so at final registration by making selections from courses with seats

remaining and presenting evidence of financial aid at that time.

Repeating a Course Policy

In the event that a student must or voluntarily chooses to repeat a course, the grade received for the repeated course will

constitute the final grade for that subject for cumulative G.P.A. purposes whether the grade is higher or lower than the

grade received in the original course. The original grade, although not counted in the cumulative G.P.A., remains on the

student's transcript. Herein, the University stipulates that the same course may not be taken more than twice including

withdrawals. However, except for general education courses, further restrictions may be determined by the individual

departments/colleges, only to meet standards recommended by accrediting bodies, statutory regulations, and/or professional

societies. Appeals may be made through the normal appeals process.

Research Papers - The Term Paper Law Policy

New Jersey Public Law 1977-C-215 prohibits the preparation for sale and/or subsequent sale of any term paper, thesis,

dissertation, essay or other assignment with knowledge that the assignment will be submitted in whole or in part for

academic credit. The law provides a $1,000 fine for any person or firm violating its provisions.

Second Baccalaureate Degree Policy

The University shall appropriately and fully recognize the completion of degree and major program requirements according

to college. Since different degrees, such as the B.A. and the B.S., are distinct educational packages, or frameworks, the

recognition shall also be kept distinct. If a student has fully completed two major programs, this should be recognized.

However, if both programs are within the same type of bachelor's degree framework (B.A., B.S., B.F.A., etc.), then only one

bachelor's degree shall be awarded and a double major recorded. Education dual majors shall be considered a double major

for a B.A. unless the requirements for a second degree in a different bachelor's framework are also fully met. To fully meet

the requirements would include meeting all general education requirements for each degree. If the two programs are not in

the same degree framework, then a second bachelor's degree shall be awarded only if the student meets the following

requirements:

1. Regular admission to and matriculation in both major programs.

2. Full completion of all requirements in both major programs and certification by both departments, or program

coordinators, involved.

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In addition to the above, which governs the award of concurrent bachelor's degrees, the University also has a policy for the

award of successive bachelor's degrees. For more information, students are encouraged to contact the Registrar's Office.

Senior Privilege Policy

Seniors at Rowan University who have at least a 3.0 GPA may request permission from The Graduate School dean to

register for one graduate level course per semester. The total number of graduate credits taken shall not exceed 6 semester

hours. Students may take a graduate course for application to either an undergraduate or a graduate degree, but may not

apply the course to both. For a student to enroll in a graduate course, recommendations are required from both the student's

undergraduate program advisor and the chairperson of the department(s) in which the graduate course(s) is/are housed.

Furthermore, the final approval for exceptions to the policy must also be obtained from the dean of The Graduate School.

Stop Out and Leave of Absence Policy

Any student who does not register for two consecutive regular academic semesters will lose matriculated status at the end of

the drop-add period of the third semester. Such students must then apply for readmission to the University through the

Admissions Office and to a major program, and meet any new program requirements which have been officially instituted.

Registration during a summer session will count toward registration; but failure to register during a summer session does not

count as a third semester.

A student may apply for an Official Leave of Absence through the Associate Vice President for Residential Learning/Dean

of Students Office. Students may apply for leaves for a period of up to four consecutive regular academic semesters. Students

who fail to register for a fifth consecutive regular academic semester will lose their matriculated status. Students who stop

attending without notifying the University may apply for leaves of absence before failing to register for a third consecutive

regular academic semester. If a leave of absence is granted, students can maintain matriculated status. However, the total

number of consecutive semesters missed (the stop out plus extension with the leave of absence) shall not exceed four.

Turnitin.com Policy

University Policy: Rowan University has a license agreement with Turnitin, an online service that can be used to detect and

prevent plagiarism in student assignments. Student papers are protected by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act

(FERPA) as they are educational records that may contain personally identifiable information. The following policy should

be in effect to be compliant with FERPA:

The use of Turnitin by faculty is entirely voluntary. If a faculty member chooses to use Turnitin:

• The faculty member must notify students on the official syllabus of the following:

1. The use and purpose of Turnitin

2. The rights of the student to not submit personally identifiable information to Turnitin. Students must be

informed that this will have no impact on their success in the class

3. The options that the faculty member and student have with respect to the students' right to privacy and the

faculty member's right to evaluate student work for academic honesty

• If a faculty member personally submits student work to Turnitin or other plagiarism detection sites, the faculty

member must remove all personally identifying information from the work. This includes the student's name, social

security number, and/ or Rowan ID number.

• If a faculty member receives information from Turnitin that leads the faculty to judge that a student has plagiarized,

the faculty member must follow the University policy for Academic Integrity.

• Faculty may not give out any information about student work to a faculty member from any other institution than

Rowan University. All requests from faculty at other institutions should be forwarded to the Provost's Office.

An instructor using Turnitin should offer students either an opt-in or opt-out option. See below for recommended syllabus

statements. Note: this should be modified according the professor's specific use of Turnitin in a class.

Recommended statement for the syllabus with the Opt-Out option: Rowan University has a licensing agreement with

Turnitin, an online service to help prevent student plagiarism. As part of this course I will be using Turnitin at my discretion

to determine the originality of your work. If your work is submitted to Turnitin, it will be stored in the Turnitin database.

You have the right to refuse either to submit your work to Turnitin or have the university do so; availing yourself of this

right will not negatively impact your success in the course. If you do not wish to use Turnitin you must notify me by e-mail

within two weeks of today's date. If you object to the use of Turnitin I will use other procedures to assess originality.

Recommended statement for the syllabus with the Opt-In option: Rowan University has a licensing agreement with

Turnitin, an online service to help prevent student plagiarism. As part of this course I will be using Turnitin at my discretion

to determine the originality of your work. If your work is submitted to Turnitin, it will be stored in the Turnitin database.

You have the right to refuse either to submit your work to Turnitin or have the university do so; availing yourself of this

right will not negatively impact your success in the course. If you object to the use of Turnitin I will use other procedures to

assess originality.

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Undeclared Major

See Exploratory Studies.

Viewing Final Exams and Papers

Faculty members have the responsibility of making final exams and papers accessible to students for viewing for a period of

one semester after a final grade has been issued, or when an Incomplete becomes a final grade.

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Division of Academic Affairs

James Newell, Interim Provost

856.256.4108

[email protected]

Roberta Harvey, Interim Associate Provost for Academic Affairs

856.256.4011

[email protected]

Rowan University is an institution of higher learning in which priority is given to the intellectual development of its

students. Intellectual development is held to be important for its own sake, essential as part of preparation for future careers

and significant for the personal growth of students. Further, the University is committed to an academic tradition that

encourages research and provides public service as a function of its social responsibility.

All academic programs offered at Rowan University have broad perspectives affecting the mind, body and spirit of its

students. Intellectual pursuits often are matched by experiential enrichment field experience, work study and personal

involvement. Students at Rowan University are expected to master bodies of knowledge. This mastery is typically

accomplished by means of subject-matter specialization in combination with a required general education program strongly

based in the liberal arts and sciences.

Academic excellence is core to all programs at Rowan University. Our faculty has the requisite expertise to assure the

currency and high quality of the curriculum. The academic administrators and professional staff are selected according to

their experience and expertise in curriculum, policy, and leadership. Support staff is essential to a well-functioning division

that aims to promote student learning. Academic programs at Rowan University are reviewed, enhanced and/or modified

regularly by the faculty to assure excellence and currency. Student learning outcomes assessment provide information to

make changes where needed in the curriculum or to assure the excellence of programs. We seek accreditation or external

review for academic programs to demonstrate quality.

The academic program is divided into three main offerings: those courses which constitute the major program of study,

general education courses which assure breadth and depth of the liberally educated mind, and free electives which provide

students opportunities to explore various intellectual areas of curiosity.

The Academic Affairs Division is headed by the Provost or Chief Academic Officer. The Provost is responsible for

leadership and oversight of academic programs, faculty affairs, Library Services, technology delivery and planning and the

Rowan University Camden Campus. The Deans of the Colleges of Business, Communication, Education, Engineering, Fine

& Performing Arts, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Professional & Continuing Education and the Library report to the Provost.

The associate provosts for Academic Affairs, Faculty Affairs, Information Resources; the assistant provosts/directors of the

Graduate School, Research, Rowan at Camden and the directors of Financial Aid, Student Information Services and

Admissions also report to the Provost. The Provost reports directly to the President and is second in the chain of command

at the University.

Research

Shreekanth Mandayam, Associate Provost for Research

Bole Hall Annex

856.256.5150

[email protected]

The mission of the Office of Research, overseen by the Associate Provost for Research (APR), is to work with faculty and

students to develop research, scholarly, and creative activities at Rowan University. The Office includes the Office of

Sponsored Programs (OSP) and conducts research compliance activities by staffing the Institutional Review Board for

Human Subject Research (IRB), the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), and the Institutional

Biosafety Committee (IBC). The Office also works to advocate the development of intellectual property and the licensing

and commercialization of technology developed by faculty and students, and it staffs the Intellectual Property Committee.

The Office promotes research and scholarly activity through advocacy, information distribution, and collaboration with the

academic colleges, the administration, and University Senate, and various campus committees.

Information Resources

Anthony Mordosky, Associate Provost

Memorial Hall

856.256.4401

[email protected]

The Division of Information Resources provides leadership, planning, coordination, and support services for the

information technology infrastructure of the university and its satellite campus. Information Resources is committed to

providing students, faculty, and staff with universal access to library and information technology resources that support and

enhance academic and administrative programs and promote student-centeredness, excellence in instructional practice,

quality management, and efficiency and integrity of operations. This division consists of the Office of the Associate Provost

for Information Resources, Instructional Technology, Enterprise Information Services and Network and System Services

Units.

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Graduate School

Horacio Sosa, Dean

Education Hall

856.256.5121

[email protected]

The Graduate School mission is to provide programmatic leadership, coordination and administrative support for quality

graduate programs and experiences at Rowan consistent with national, state and regional educational needs. Through

graduate degree programs at the master's, specialist, and doctoral levels and through graduate certificate programs and

graduate courses, the Graduate School expands academic opportunities for students to meet workplace, professional and

personal desires for lifelong learning. Led by the Graduate Council, graduate program advisors and faculty and the Director

and the staff of The Graduate School, the Rowan graduate experience is an integral component of the overall University

mission to provide an exceptional environment for achievement and fulfillment.

Post-Baccalaureate Certification Program

The Post-Baccalaureate Certification Program is a non-degree, undergraduate program that enables bachelor degree holders

to obtain professional certifications in teaching, school nursing and cartography/ geographical information systems (GIS).

The requirements and curricula of the post-baccalaureate programs are similar to the requirements and curricula listed for

the corresponding undergraduate degree programs. The teacher and school nurse certification programs offered under the

Post Baccalaureate Certification Program have the same national accreditation and/or state approval as the undergraduate

programs listed under College of Education. Admission to post-baccalaureate programs is coordinated through The

Graduate School. Please see the Rowan University Graduate Catalog for more information or go to www.rowan.edu/cpce/ .

Center for Academic Advising & Exploration (CAAdE)

Kristen diNovi

Director

Savitz Hall

856.256.4459

www.rowan.edu/advising

The Center for Academic Advising & Exploration (CAAdE) is a collaborative, learning-centered environment committed to

engaging students in the development and implementation of meaningful educational goals, informed academic planning,

and major selection consistent with their personal values, interests, and abilities. CAAdE serves undergraduate students in

the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, which includes the Exploratory Studies (undeclared) population. Additionally,

CAAdE assists students throughout the University who are seeking to transition from one college or major to another.

Professional academic advisors are available for individual sessions by appointment or during designated walk-in hours.

Services for first-year students: CAAdE offers the Steps for Success Workshops, which provide students with information

about the registration and academic advising process as well as major options at Rowan. Professional academic advisors are

attuned to the needs of first-year students and are aware of resources to assist with the transition to college.

Rowan University at Camden

Tyrone W. McCombs, Assistant Provost and Dean

[email protected]

Rowan University at Camden

856.756.5400

Rowan University at Camden is conveniently located in the University District of Camden, New Jersey. The campus

currently offers graduate and undergraduate programs. The Campus has experienced positive growth from the early

beginnings as Glassboro State Urban Center, providing training for local teachers and assistants, to a growing branch

campus with academic majors, graduate programs, an English as a Second Language program, an Educational Opportunity

Fund (EOF) program, and a variety of additional academic and student services.

All courses at Rowan at Camden are taught by members of the university faculty who take pride in teaching and who make

student learning their top priority. The academic schedule accommodates the needs of both traditional and nontraditional

students. Rowan at Camden is also proud to offer on-site childcare in the evening for students with children. The University

provides a daily shuttle bus which travels between our Camden and Glassboro campuses to provide both an urban and

suburban university experience for all Rowan students.

Undergraduate students may enroll in Sociology, Law and Justice and Elementary Education majors. In addition to these

majors the campus also has an intensive academic English as a Second Language Program (ESL). The IELP at Rowan at

Camden has a forty year history. Committed to providing international students, immigrants and newcomers access to

higher education, the IELP integrates academic content with language competencies so students are well-rounded in their

preparation for university study.

Rowan at Camden currently offers three graduate programs:

The Ed.D. program in Educational Leadership at Rowan at Camden prepares educational professionals to serve in

leadership roles within our educational systems. The Ed. D. program is an executive style part-time program offered in an

accelerated face-to-face format. The focus of the program is on educational issues in P-16 settings.

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The Certificate of Graduate Studies (COGS) English as a Second Language (ESL) Education is a non-degree graduate

program leading to a New Jersey K-12 certification in English as a Second Language.

The Master of Science in Teaching Program is also available at Rowan at Camden. Throughout the program, students are

enrolled in courses which provide training for teachers in an urban school setting.

Rowan at Camden also has many programs to provide support and services to other members of our neighboring

community. During the day we operate a preschool funded by the Camden Board of Education and the NJ Department of

Education for 3- and 4-year old children who are residents of the City. For over 25 years, the campus has been the home of

CHAMP/GEAR UP, a program providing pre-college services to youth in high school. In addition, the campus also provides

an Upward Bound program for high school English Language Learners. As an active member of the Camden community,

Rowan University leads many initiatives to provide access to higher education and educational programs for our neighbors.

As we look toward the future, we plan to expand the campus. We will increase the access to higher education for our

undergraduate and graduate populations through new programs of study and academic majors.

Library Services

Bruce A. Whitham, Dean

Keith and Shirley Campbell Library

856.256.4800

[email protected]

Library Services supports the University's educational and research mission through the judicious selection, management,

promotion, and training in the use of information resources and services. Library Services are provided through the virtual

environment of the Internet and in library and archival spaces conducive to academic and social engagement, and to the

promotion of intellectual curiosity.

Keith and Shirley Campbell Library

The Keith and Shirley Campbell Library is the main library on campus. Opened in 1993, the 118,000 sq. ft. facility, houses

nearly 400,000 books, multimedia materials, periodicals, newspapers, and special collections in a variety of formats.

Campbell Library provides orientations, tours, and workshops throughout the academic year, including the summer

sessions. A 30-workstation lab is available for 'hands on' library instruction and labs. Seminar and group study rooms are

available for use by students. Campbell Library also houses a state-of-the-art media center where computer-based skills are

learned in structured classroom presentations and through informal collaborative learning opportunities.

Through a collaborative effort of Library and IT Services, personal computers and media equipment may be checked out at

the Campbell Circulation Desk for use by the current Rowan University community.

Government Documents

Rowan University participates in the U.S. Federal Documents Depository program and maintains a selective depository,

located on the second floor of Campbell Library. Library Services also collects paper and virtual materials at the city, state,

and international government level as well as those of non-governmental organizations; and provides research assistance and

help in obtaining desired documents.

Archives and Special Collections

University Archives and Special Collections are housed in the Stewart Room, located in the Campbell Library. Named in

memory of Frank H. Stewart, a prominent New Jersey industrialist who donated an extensive and valuable collection of

New Jersey historical documents and artifacts, the Stewart Room collection has grown to include a wide range of important

source materials beginning with the Colonial and Revolutionary eras. Researchers and scholars from across the nation use

these important collections. The University Archives include items from the historic summit in 1967 between President

Lyndon Johnson and Soviet Premier Aleksei Kosygin, which took place at the Hollybush mansion on campus.

The Music Library at Wilson Hall

Located in Wilson Hall, the home of the Music and Performing Arts Department, the Music Library maintains unique

collections and offers specialized information services and instruction for students and faculty. The Music Library houses

significant collections of scores, CDs, and recordings. In addition, electronic access to the Naxos Music Library, Grove

Music Online, and Music American, among others, is available through the Library Services Web Site. Listening equipment

and specialized labs are also available in the Music Library.

Virtual Library Services

Most of Rowan University's educational and research resources are now available to current Rowan users when and from

wherever needed. Research and Instructional Services staff are available for extended hours through the "Ask Us!" and

"Virtual Reference Online" services. Hundreds of databases, electronic resources, research guides, and search tools are

accessible, in addition to thousands of full-text journal titles and other unique and specialized resources.

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Undergraduate Programs

Undergraduate studies at Rowan University are housed in six colleges: Business, Communication, Education, Engineering,

Fine and Performing Arts, and Liberal Arts and Sciences. To receive a baccalaureate degree, the student must successfully

complete a minimum of 120 semester hours of credit. Within this number must be included the general education and

Rowan experience requirements plus the requirements of the academic major. Requirements for the major will vary from

program to program, and some programs exceed 120 hours.

Students who have completed an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree at a New Jersey community college will

receive at least 60 hours of transferrable credit towards the appropriate Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Program.

With regard to General Education, it is assumed that transfer students will have met all lower division General Education

requirements expected of students having completed the first two years of a four-year program. Those students who do not

complete an approved transfer program or who transfer from other accredited institutions will have their previous work

evaluated on a course-by-course basis and will be required to correct any deficiencies that exist in the requirements of their

major.

Academic Major Programs

Academic major programs listed with general education requirements in the colleges of Business, Communication,

Engineering, Liberal Arts and Sciences and Fine and Performing Arts fulfill baccalaureate degree requirements but not

teacher certification requirements. Additional program information, including the fulfillment of certification requirements,

may be secured by contacting either the office of the dean of the College of Education or the Career and Academic Planning

Center.

Second Major, Minor and Concentration

Students may choose to complete a second major, minor, or concentration when graduating from a bachelor's degree

program at Rowan University. To qualify for this additional designation on the transcript, a student must satisfy all course

work for the second major, minor, or concentration concurrent with the conferral of the degree. Students must follow

departmental policy regarding required course work to be completed at Rowan University for the minor, concentration, or

second major. Academic policies governing the award of degrees for dual majors, concurrent, and successive degree

programs are found elsewhere in this catalog.

When no departmental policy exists, the student must complete at least two-thirds (2/3) of the required course work at

Rowan University.

Exploratory Studies

Office of the Dean of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Robinson Hall

Jay Chaskes, Director

856.256.5486

[email protected]

Doris Gilchrist, Coordinator

856.256.5655

[email protected]

Exploratory Studies provides an academic home for students with less than 60 credits that are not prepared to select a

major. Students in the exploratory studies program are housed within the Interdisciplinary center of the College of Liberal

Arts and Science. Exploratory studies students receive academic and professional advising from the Career and Academic

Planning center, and support from Residential Learning and Rowan Seminar. Also students have access to a professional

staff coordinator and a faculty director of the program to assist in identifying majors of interest and facilitating the

transition into the permanent major. Students may remain in exploratory studies until they have completed 60 credits

(including all transfer credits). Students who have not selected a major at that time will be placed in Liberal

Studies/Humanities and Social Sciences major.

Rowan Seminar

Rory McElwee, Coordinator

Department of Psychology

Robinson Hall

856.256.4500 x3776

[email protected]

Rowan Seminar is designed to help our first year students make a smooth academic transition to university life. Rowan

Seminar courses are special sections of courses taken by first-year students (either General Education or major-specific

courses), many of which are popular with new college students and are reserved for first-year students only. Most major

programs have designated specific courses for first year students. Student receive regular credit for successful completion of

these courses.

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Extensive research on the first-year experience of thousands of students provides compelling evidence that the high school

learning environment is not always sufficient preparation for college-level learning. Our own research at Rowan suggests

that although entering first-year students believe they know what will be expected of them academically, many benefit from

the careful attention given to issues of transition from high school to college. Also, our research strongly suggests that

participation increases retention rates and four-year graduation rates among students who take Rowan Seminar courses.

Rowan Seminar courses are designed to introduce students to the academic skills needed to succeed at Rowan and to college

level expectations of the learning process. What distinguishes a RS course from any other section of the same course is how

the course material is used to help each student understand academic expectations that accompany the college level learning

process. Rowan Seminar courses are designated in a student's schedule with an RS after the title.

Within the subject context of the course, the professor will introduce every student to the following skills, values, and

expectations at the college level:

• Strengthen writing and critical thinking skills through their application to specific course content

• Nurture library research skills within a course context

• Reinforce the value of cooperative learning

• Strengthen classroom management skills

Rowan seminar professors are experienced full-time faculty. They are chosen for their teaching skills, thorough knowledge

of their subject, familiarity with university policies and procedures, and their interest in helping new students succeed in

college. With the reduced class size, students have a greater opportunity to interact with their professor who is available to

the student as a mentor and as a guide.

Freshmen are assigned to Rowan Seminar sections in the fall semester. Any student unable to enroll in a section in the fall

will have the opportunity to take a Rowan Seminar section offered in the spring. Rowan students have their first three

semesters to complete their Rowan Seminar requirement.

For more information about Rowan Seminar or if you have any questions about the program, please contact the coordinator

or visit the Rowan Seminar website at: http://www.rowan.edu/provost/academic_affairs/seminar/index.html .

International Center

Edward Smith, III, Director

International Center

Robinson Hall

856.256.4105

[email protected]

The International Center actively supports international initiatives at Rowan University. Through its programs and

activities, the Center provides leadership and assistance to students, faculty and professionals in the areas of cultural

enrichment and international education. The Center is committed to: providing support services to students, faculty and

professionals engaged in international education and research; coordinating and presenting internationally focused

programs to the Rowan community; building partnerships with foreign institutions to provide global learning experiences.

The Center is responsible for the recruitment, admission, and support of International Students and Scholars at Rowan. It

ensures institutional compliance with visa requirements and immigration regulations. The Center partners with offices

across campus to provide an environment that fosters academic success and personal growth.

As part of its Study Abroad program, the Center offers Rowan students the opportunity to study in such areas and countries

as Australia, Africa, Asia, Europe, and Central and South America. Students work with academic advisors in their major to

select a course of study that enables them to complete one semester, one year, a summer session, or a faculty-led program

abroad. All credits count toward a Rowan degree, and all scholarships and financial aid are applicable.

For more information visit the International Center's website at: http://www.rowan.edu/internationalcenter

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General Education at Rowan University

Students need to understand that a well-rounded education is a goal in itself and that there are important aspects of this

education that the university as a whole wants to emphasize. These aspects include a thorough grounding in communication

and an exposure to university level science, mathematics, social and behavioral science, and the humanities.

Broadly speaking, the general education program will:

1. Develop students' abilities to speak and write effectively, think clearly and critically

2. Develop students' abilities to use computational, quantitative, and problem solving skills, as well as scientific thinking

and modes of inquiry

3. Increase students' understanding of the complexity of issues in humanities, arts, social and behavioral sciences and the

practice of free inquiry in their analyses and examination of values.

4. Provide opportunities for students to explore specializations, concentrations, minors, or disciplines outside of their

own in greater depth.

As one of the fundamental principles of a general education curriculum is to experience a variety of disciplines, students are

required to take courses from five areas: Communication; Science and Mathematics; Social and Behavioral Sciences;

History, Humanities, and Language; and Non-Program Courses.

At Rowan University, the minimum number of hours required for a four-year degree is 120 semester hours, and all students

are required to earn a combined total of 42 semester hours of General Education and Rowan Experience courses. (The

Rowan Experience Requirements are described in detail in the next section.) However, these are just minimums as different

degree programs vary significantly in the number of hours required for Free Electives and the Major. Students must plan

their program of study in consultation with an advisor in order to meet all the requirements of a specific major program.

Requirements of Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Specialized Programs by General Education, Free

Electives, and Major Requirements

The minimum requirements for the Bachelor of Arts degree, the Bachelor of Science degree, and Specialized Programs such

as the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree are shown below. For the Bachelor of Arts degree, it is necessary to complete a minimum

of 51 semester hours of courses in General Education in order to achieve the minimum 120 hours required for the degree. In

specialized programs, the courses required in the major may far exceed 60 semester hours of credit and there may be 0 hours

of Free Electives required.

General Education Credit Hour Distribution (Minimum-Maximum) by Degree Program

Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Science Specialized Programs

Major Requirements 30-39 60-64 60+

Free Electives 21-30 6-18 0 +

General Education 51-60 42-54 42

Minimun Semester Hours

Minimum Semester Hours for

Degree

120-122 120-122 120 +

Within General Education, there are specific areas of study or discipline groups. All of the semester hour requirements

listed below are considered minimum requirements. Specific requirements may vary by degree type (Bachelor of Arts,

Bachelor of Science) and/or by major program of study.

General Education Requirements by Area of Study

Following are the minimum numbers of credits required in each of five areas of study within General Education. In addition

to meeting the minimum credit hours in each bank, students must earn a COMBINED TOTAL of 42 credits of General

Education courses and Rowan Experience courses.

General Education Areas

Communication 6

Science and Mathematics 7

Social and Behavioral Sciences 6

History, Humanities and Language 6

Non-Program Courses 6

These are minimum requirements for each area of study or discipline group. Specific major programs may expand the

requirements within any of these categories in order to meet program and learning outcome objectives as well as meeting

the minimum 120 semester hour requirement for a four-year degree. Specific General Education courses may be required for

individual majors if they serve as prerequisites for required courses within that major.

General Education courses must be selected so that the following requirements are satisfied:

1. All students must take College Composition I (3 s.h.) or Integrated College Composition I (4 s.h.) as well as College

Composition II (3 s.h.).

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2. The minimum of 6 s.h. of Communication is fulfilled by College Composition I and II. For all other banks requiring 6

or more semester hours, students must take courses from at least two different disciplines within the bank.

3. All students must take at least one course from the list of mathematics courses listed under Science and Mathematics.

4. All students must take at least one approved course that includes an in-class laboratory experience (LAB) under

Science and Mathematics. Transfer courses must include the in-class lab experience. Students may not test out of the

lab experience (CLEP).

5. The Computer Competency requirement has been suspended.

6. All courses at the university can be used in the Non-Program Bank, as long as they are not courses in the major

program of the student.

Students Transferring from a New Jersey Community College to Rowan University

Students who have completed an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree at a New Jersey community college will

receive at least 60 hours of transferrable credit towards the appropriate Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Program.

With regard to General Education, it is assumed that transfer students will have met all lower division General Education

requirements expected of students having completed the first two years of a four-year program. In most situations, students

will receive transfer credit for a combination of General Education Courses, Rowan Experience Courses, Free Electives, and

Major Requirements totalling at least 60 semester hours of credit or approximately one-half of a basic four-year degree.

Exceptions to this assumption will occur when students have failed to complete required course work at the community

college that is required for entrance into a required Rowan University course. Coordination between the student and advisor

at the community college is necessary in planning for the transfer to Rowan University. Specific program requirements are

available on the Rowan University home page.

For students transferring to the university without completing an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree, it is

expected that credits taken at a New Jersey community college that are applicable to an Associate of Arts or and Associate

of Science degree, up to a maximum of 60-64 semester hours will be transferable to the basic four-year degree program at

Rowan University. Transfer students must meet the specific graduation requirements of the Rowan University degree

program to which they seek to transfer. It is expected that through careful planning, the transfer student will be able to

meet these requirements within their two years of study at the community college and the following two years of study at

Rowan University.

General Education Requirements

General Education is designed to fulfill the aim of a liberal education. It is intended to provide the breadth of knowledge

and balance of judgment befitting a college graduate, regardless of major. At Rowan University, General Education is

divided into five areas of study with specific goals. The educational goals of the five areas of study are:

Communication Bank Goals

1. Students will develop the ability to write a structured, well-reasoned, ordered and grammatically correct document

appropriate to the intended audience.

2. Students will develop the ability to research and properly reference the work of others.

Science and Mathematics Bank Goals

1. Students will demonstrate an ability to identify and apply fundamental concepts in science and math.

2. Students will demonstrate an ability to collect, interpret and verify lab data.

3. Students will demonstrate an ability to analyze and manipulate data, and to access and organize information.

History, Humanities, and Languages Bank Goals

1. Students will demonstrate an understanding of major concepts, theories, and methods in at least two areas of history,

humanities, culture, or world languages.

2. Students will develop an understanding of systems of thought and language.

Social and Behavioral Sciences Bank Goals

1. Students will demonstrate an understanding of major concepts, theories, and methods in at least two areas of the

social and behavioral sciences.

2. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the development of human society as it relates to culture, geography,

and language in the context of an emerging interdependent, global community.

3. Students will demonstrate an ability to apply basic methodologies used in the measurement of social and behavioral

sciences.

Non-Program Electives Bank Goals

1. Students will develop a deeper understanding of at least one area outside of the major program of study as a means of

creating a broader, customized, and complete program of general education.

2. Students will choose courses to enhance the major degree program and better prepare them to meet future

professional and life objectives.

Some general courses offered at Rowan University fulfill one or more of the Rowan Experience Requirements, or are

applicable to the Honors Concentration, or meet a combination of General Education, Rowan Experience, and Honors

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Concentration Requirements. Such courses are signified as follows:

(ACE) Artistic and Creative Experience

(H) Honors Concentration Course

(LIT) Broad-based literature course

(LAB) In-class laboratory experience

(PS) Public Speaking

(M/G) Multicultural/Global

(RS) Rowan Seminar

(WI) Writing Intensive

The General Education course listing can be viewed in the Approved General Education Courses section of the

university catalog.

The Rowan Experience

Rowan Experience Requirements All students must take courses that define the unique aspects of a Rowan University

degree and are described as the Rowan Experience. The Rowan Experience consists of courses that require a demonstration

of specific skills or provide specific kinds of experiences that the university deems significant for all graduates. All students

must complete a course or series of courses with the following six Rowan Experience designations during their four-year

education:

1. Artistic and Creative Experience (ACE)

2. Literature (LIT)

3. Multicultural/Global (M/G)

4. Public Speaking (PS)

5. Rowan Seminar (RS). Rowan Seminars are to be taken by all FRESHMEN. This requirement is waived for transfer

students entering with sophomore, junior or senior standing.

6. Writing Intensive (WI). Writing Intensive courses MUST be taken at Rowan, and College Composition II or its

equivalent must be completed prior to enrolling in a WI course.

Many courses are designated as ACE, LIT, M/G, PS, WI, and RS, including many General Education courses and many

courses taken only by students within their designated major. Courses may also carry more than one designation so that one

course may meet two or more Rowan Experience requirements as well as General Education or major requirements.

As noted in the previous section, all students must take a minimum of 42 credits of General Education and Rowan

Experience courses. The purpose of this requirement is to ensure a broad-based education. Consequently, M/G, LIT,

ACE, PS, WI and RS courses that are taken within the major program of study DO NOT COUNT towards this minimum

total of 42 credits. Note, too, that General Education and Rowan Experience course requirements vary depending on the

specific degree program, so students should plan their program of study in consultation with their academic advisors.

The specific goals of the Rowan Experience Requirements are to:

1. Help first-year students make a smooth academic transition to the university community, serious scholarship and the

life of the mind (RS).

2. Develop the ability to give oral presentations on a variety of subjects that are well reasoned, ordered, correct, and

appropriate for the intended audience (PS).

3. Have students explore the diverse ways in which human beings have confronted the perennial questions of human

existence through various imaginative and discursive literary works (LIT).

4. Develop students' knowledge of the multi-faceted culture in which we live, contemporary social and cultural milieu,

and the global implications of an increasingly interdependent and multicultural world (MG).

5. Develop the ability to create and/or critically evaluate works of art through experiential courses designed to expose

students to the plastic and performing arts (ACE).

The Rowan Experience course listing can be viewed in the Approved Rowan Experience Courses section of this

catalog.

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Interdisciplinary Studies Concentrations

Rowan University offers a variety of interdisciplinary studies, in addition to the various majors within academic departments

and concentrations and specializations that relate specifically to these majors. These interdisciplinary studies include

concentrations, and courses that transcend the discipline of a single academic department. Interdisciplinary studies are

generally co-sponsored by at least two academic departments or are taught by faculty from a number of departments and

colleges.

African American Studies Concentration

James Coaxum, Coordinator

215G Robinson Hall

856.256.4793

[email protected]

Required Credits 18 s.h.

The African American Studies Concentration consists of interdisciplinary curricular offerings that engage faculty and

students in critical analysis, reflection and transformational thinking about African Americans within the framework of the

multicultural diversity and global connectedness of American society. The African American Studies Program dates back to

the late 1960s when the Civil Rights Movement across the nation and the Southern New Jersey region led to the

establishment of the King Scholar Program (The Educational Opportunity Fund or EOF Program) in the Fall of 1968.

Following the offering of the first Black History course by the History Department in 1969 in response to Black student

demands, a slow but steady growth in African American and African curricular offerings over the course of the next two

decades culminated in the formal establishment of the African American Studies concentration in 1989.

Program Requirements

To complete the 18 semester hours of course work required for the concentration, students should take six semester hours

of requirements and an additional twelve semester hours of electives selected from the related elective courses listed below.

Overall, the 18 semester hours of course work completed for the concentration must include offerings from at least three

academic departments. Students interested in pursuing the concentration are encouraged to sign up in the Career and

Academic Advising Office and to contact the coordinator for further information and advisement.

Core Requirements 6 s.h.

AFST11.104 Introduction to Africana Studies

ENGL02.216 African/American Literature through Harlem Renaissance

or ENGL02.316 African/Amererican Literature Since Harlem Renaissance

or HIST05.377 Afro-American History Since 1865

Electives 12 s.h.

AFST11.304 Africana Social Thought

ENGL02.116 Readings in Non-West Lit

ENGL02.200 Women in Literature

ENGL02.216 African/Amererican Literature through Harlem Renaissance

ENGL02.316 African/Amererican Literature Since Harlem Renaissance

ENGL02.217 U.S. Literature of Latin/Hisp Peoples

ANTH02.202 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology

GEOG06.111 World Regional Geography

HIST05.376 African American History to 1865

HIST05.394 Sub-Saharan Africa to 1800

HIST05.397 Sub-Saharan Africa Since 1800

HIST05.441 Imperialism/Colonialism

HIST05.322 Civil War and Reconstruction

HIST05.413 Comparative Race Relations

HIST05.425 History of Feminisms

HIST05.422 Women in American History

LAWJ05.330 Problems of World Justice

LAWJ05.346 Women & Crime

LAWJ05.401 Law and Human Rights

LAWJ05.205 Minorities, Crime & Justice

MUSG06.115 Growth & Development of Jazz

MUSG06.220 Singing Music of African Americans

POSC07.323 Politics of Race/Poverty/Welfare

POSC07.340 Civil Rights/Liberties

POSC07.324 Black Americans & American Politics

PSY01.200 Psychology of Women & Cultural Experience

PSY01.235 African American Psychology

PSY01.105 Psychology of Ethnic Identity & Community in America

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PSY01.310 Psychology of Racism & Ethnocentrism

RTF03.272 Images/Women in Film

RTF03.280 African American Film History

SOC08.230 Sociology of Minority Groups

SOC08.330 Social Stratification

THD08.146 World Dance Forms

THD07.301 African, African American Theatre

THD08.311 African Influences on American Dance

ZULU16.101 Zulu I

ZULU16.102 Zulu II

Air Force Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC)

Professor of Aerospace Studies

AFROTC, Detachment 750

Saint Joseph's University

Philadelphia, PA 19131-1399

610.660.3190

Rowan University students are eligible to participate in the Air Force Reserve Officers' Training Corps (AFROTC) through

a cross-enrollment agreement with St. Joseph's University. All aerospace studies courses will be held on the St. Joseph's

campus. The AFROTC program enables a college student to earn a commission as an Air Force officer while concurrently

satisfying requirements for his or her baccalaureate degree.

The program of aerospace studies at St. Joseph's University offers two-year, and four-year curricula leading to a commission

as a second lieutenant in the Air Force. In the four-year curriculum, a student takes the General Military Course (GMC)

during the freshman and sophomore years, attends a four-week summer training program, and then takes the Professional

Officer Course (POC) in the junior and senior years. A student is under no contractual obligation to the Air Force until

entering the POC or accepting an Air Force scholarship.

The subject matter of the freshman and sophomore years is developed from a historical perspective and focuses on the

scope, structure, and history of military power, with an emphasis on the development of air power. During the junior and

senior years, the curriculum concentrates on the concepts and practices of leadership and management, and the role of

national security forces in contemporary American society.

In addition to the academic portion of the curricula, each student participates in a leadership laboratory for two hours each

week, during which the day-to-day skills and working environment of the Air Force are discussed and explained. The

leadership lab utilizes a student organization designed for the practice of leadership and management techniques.

Air Force ROTC offers one-, two-, and three-year scholarships on a competitive basis to qualified applicants. All

scholarships cover tuition, lab fees, and books, plus a tax-free monthly stipend. All members of the POC, regardless of

scholarship status, receive the tax-free monthly stipend.

For further information on the cross-enrollment program, scholarships, and career opportunities, contact: Air Force ROTC

at 610-660-3190 or [email protected].

Army Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC)

Lieutenant Colonel Jill Nitz, Coordinator

ROTC House, 401 Mullica Hill Road

Rowan University

856.256.4014/5445

[email protected]

The primary purpose of Army ROTC is to develop leaders of character for the 21st century. Students enrolled in ROTC

participate in a unique interactive program focused on leadership development with emphasis on self-discipline, integrity,

confidence, and responsibility. Our intent is to help students improve themselves whether they decide to pursue a career as

an officer in our Army or as a leader in the private sector. Students join the program without any obligation to the Army.

Students only sign a contract to serve in the Army when they begin their junior year or when they receive an ROTC

scholarship.

Our main objective is to commission the future officer leadership of the U. S. Army and motivate young people to be better

citizens.

Our second objective is to teach leadership and management skills which will enhance a student's future success in either a

military or civilian career.

The Army ROTC scholarship program provides financial assistance for the education and training of highly qualified and

motivated students who desire to be commissioned as officers in the Army after graduation from college. Scholarships pay

full tuition and fees at Rowan University. Students also receive a book allowance and a monthly stipend. Army scholarships

offer an excellent incentive to join the ROTC program. For more information, see Army R.O.T.C. under the scholarship

section.

Leadership Training and ROTC Activities Some of the Leadership Training events and ROTC activities involved are:

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Leadership Labs/Field Training Exercises Hands-on training in a field environment performing events such as:

Rappelling, Obstacle Course, Weapons familiarization, Land Navigation and Battle Drills.

Physical Fitness Training We conduct physical fitness sessions throughout the school week to help keep you physically,

mentally and emotionally fit.

Ranger Challenge A highly competitive team specializing in military skills and physical fitness. This team competes in a

yearly competition against other university ROTC programs in the tri-state area.

Color Guard Take pride in Army tradition by participating in the Color Guard. We support various events such as parades,

football homecomings and Commencement/Convocation Ceremonies.

Rowan Army ROTC is located at the ROTC House at 401 Mullica Hill Road (intersection of Route 322 and Bowe

Boulevard). Contact information is at the top this section and you can visit: http://www.goarmy.com/rotc/

Note: All Military Science Courses (MILS) are listed under the Interdisciplinary heading in the Courses Description section

of this catalog.

Asian Studies Concentration

Q. Edward Wang, Coordinator

Robinson Hall

856.256.4500, x3990

[email protected]

The Asian Studies concentration is an interdisciplinary program available to students of all majors. This program is designed

to increase the students' understanding of Asian culture and to promote a sophisticated cross-cultural appreciation of our

expanding global community. This program is of value to students who are interested in developing careers in business,

education, communication and engineering. Those who fulfill a total of eighteen credits of Required Courses, Core Courses

and Electives will be awarded a certificate in Asian Studies upon completion of their degree.

Program Requirements

The Concentration requirements are as follows:

Required Courses (3)

ENGL02.112 Readings in Asian Literature

INTR01.136 Gateway to Asia (RS)

POSC07.350 Introduction to Asian Political Systems

Core Courses (9 s.h.)

ARHS03.231 Surveying Asian Art

CHIN07.101 Elementary Chinese I (Fall)

CHIN07.102 Elementary Chinese II (Spring)

CHIN07.201 Intermediate Chinese I (Fall)

CHIN07.211 Intermediate Chinese II (Spring)

GEOG06.343 Geography of Asia

HIST05.355 Modern China

HIST05.351 Modern Japan

HIST05.408 Chinese Cultural History

JAPA08.101 Elementary Japanese I

JAPA08.102 Elementary Japanese II

PHIL09.330 Asian Thought

PHRE11.330 Introduction to Daoism (M/G)

REL10.220Introduction to Buddhism

REL10.230 Religions of Asia

Elective Courses (6 s.h.)

ANTH02.202 Intro to Cultural Anthropology

ANTH02.350 Comparative Cultures

ANTH02.420 Culture and Personality

ECON04.307 Economics of Developing Nations

ECON04.310 International Economics

ECON04.320 Contemporary Economic Systems

ENGL02.116 Readings in Non-Western Literature

FIN04.435 International Finance and Management

GEOG06.111 World Regional Geography

HIST05.120 World History since 1550

HIST05.441 Imperialism and Colonialism

INTR01.130 Women in Perspective

LAWJ05.330 Problems of World Justice

MKT09.379 International Marketing

MUSG06.447 Music In World Cultures I:Asia and Oceania

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MUSG06.448 Music In World Cultures II:Africa, India, Near & Middle East

POSC07.230 Comparative Political Systems

POSC07.321 Contemporary World Problems

POSC07.320 International Relations

POSC07.421 International Organizations

REL10.200 Religions of the World

SOC08.220 The Sociology of the Family

SOC08.221 Social Problems

SOC15.322 The Sociology of Population

THD07.440 Contemporary World Theater

THD08.146 World Dance Forms

Environmental Studies Concentration

Dr. Terry O' Brien, Coordinator

Science Hall

856.256.4500, x3587

[email protected]

The interdisciplinary nature of the Environmental Studies Concentration is designed to broaden students' awareness of

contemporary environmental issues. The concentration provides an instructional framework through which students may

pursue interests in the areas of Environmental Planning, Environmental Sciences, and Environmental Testing and

Technology.

The following are recommended courses for each career track:

Program Requirements

Environmental Planning 18-24 s.h.

GEOG06.360 Geographic Information Systems (GIS) I

GEOG06.415 Geographic Information Systems (GIS) II

GEOG06.325 Geomorphology

GEOG06.103 Geology I

GEOG06.310 Land Use & Resource Development

BIOL20.100 Intro to Natural Resources

PSY05.205 Environmental Psychology

GEOG06.304 Population Geography

ANTH02.321 Cultural Ecology

SOC15.322 The Sociology of Populations

SOC08.320 Urban Sociology

GEOG06.302 Urban Geography

GEOG06.355 Metropolitan & Regional Planning

SOC08.400 Environment Policy & Society

INTR99.300 Environmental Internship

Environmental Sciences 18-24 s.h.

BIOL20.330 Environmental Science

GEOG06.308 Geographic Information Systems (GIS) I

GEOG06.415 Geographic Information Systems (GIS) II

GEOG06.325 Geomorphology

GEOG06.103 Geology I

CHEM05.301 Chemistry in the Environment

BIOL20.100 Intro to Natural Resources

BIOL11.405 Environmental Microbiology

BIOL20.425 Environmental Toxicology

BIOL20.321 Physiological Ecology

BIOL01.405 Conservation Ecology

BIOL18.400 Limnology

BIOL02.410 Stream Ecology

BIOL18.360 Marine Biology

BIOL20.310 Ecology

BIOL20.474 Tidal Marsh Ecology Oceanography

BIOL19.425 Marine Geology

GEOG06.304 Population Geography

INTR99.300 Environmental Internship

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or one of the following:

BIOL01.325 Mycology

BIOL01.352 Ornithology

BIOL02.201 Plant Diversity

BIOL01.300 Phycology

BIOL01.454 Herpetology

BIOL01.458 Mammalogy

BIOL01.470 Ichthyology

BIOL07.300 Invertebrate Zoology

BIOL21.401 Entomology

Environmental Testing & Technology 18-24 s.h.

BIOL20.330 Environmental Science

BIOL20.100 Intro to Natural Resources

BIOL11.405 Environmental Microbiology

BIOL20.425 Environmental Toxicology

CHEM05.301 Chemistry in the Environment

CHEM06.100 Chemistry I

CHEM06.101 Chemistry II

CHEM07.200 Organic Chemistry I

CHEM07.201 Organic Chemistry II

CHEM09.250 Quantitative Analysis

CHEM09.410 Instrumental Methods

INTR99.300 Environmental Internship

Ethics Concentration

Ellen Miller, Advisor

Edgar F. Bunce Hall, Suite 315

856.256.4835

[email protected]

The Ethics Concentration is a multi-departmental program designed to complement and enhance a student's major

program, as well as to prepare students for graduate studies and professional careers. The Concentration is open to all

Rowan undergraduate and graduate students.

Nearly all professions now have codes of ethics, and many businesses require employees to adhere to various standards of

conduct. The concentration is flexible enough to suit our students' diverse majors and career goals. For example, a student

who majors in business and completes the Ethics Concentration might serve as a company's ethics officer; a student who

majors in nursing or biology and completes the concentration could run a hospital ethics committee; a student who majors

in political science and studies ethics would be well qualified to pursue graduate work in public policy or law.

The Ethics Concentration contains a core designed to sharpen your critical thinking and reasoning skills in the context of

moral reflection. These core courses stress ethical theories and application of ethical theories.

Program Requirements

Program Requirements including: 18 s.h.

PHIL09.250 Introduction to Ethics

or PHIL09.251 Introduction to Ethics - WI

PHIL09.392 Contemporary Moral Problems

or PHIL09.393 Contemporary Moral Problems - WI

Two of the following courses:

PHIL09.328 Philosophy and Gender

PHIL09.240 Philosophy and Society

PHIL09.322 Business Ethics

REL10.200 Religions of the World

REL10.210 Religion in America

ENST94.301 Environmental Ethics

An Honors, Rowan Seminar, or Philosophy and Religion course approved by the program advisor.

Two of the following courses:

• Any course from the previous list.

• Approved service learning activity (up to 6 s.h.)

• Choice of courses from interdisciplinary bank, available at:

www.rowan.edu/colleges/las/departments/ethics/courses.html

Portfolio The portfolio will be used to evaluate a student's personal growth and academic progress in the study of Ethics. A

portfolio provides a comprehensive record of experiences, achievements, and demonstration of competencies.

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International Studies Concentration

Glenn Odom, Coordinator

Bunce Hall

[email protected]

The International Studies program is an interdisciplinary concentration that prepares students for careers in an increasingly

interdependent world. Students are introduced to a wide range of economic, political and environmental issues and they

develop expertise in the culture, history and languages of other parts of the globe.

Students are required to complete 2 courses from a bank of core courses, and 4 others from any of the area studies (African,

Asian, Eastern European and Russian, Latin American and Iberian, Middle Eastern and Western European) for a total of 18

credit hours. These 4 courses can be selected from the list of core courses as well. There may be other courses, not listed

here, that are applicable with the approval of the Coordinator.

International Studies may be pursued in conjunction with major and minor programs, or as General Education,

Multicultural/Global, Literature, Writing Intensive, or Rowan Seminar requirements. Study of a foreign language is

recommended. Students can also pursue Study Abroad in partial fulfillment of the International Studies Concentration. For

more information, contact the International Center in Robinson 117, at x4105, at [email protected], or simply sign up at the

CAP Center in Savitz Hall (code C901).

Program Information

To prosper in this increasingly interdependent world, it is imperative that students become familiar with a wide range of

economic, political, cultural, and environmental issues. The International Studies Concentration enables students to do this

as they increase their knowledge of international relations and institutions, and develop their expertise in the culture,

history and languages of specific parts of the world. Students are required to complete two courses from a bank of core

courses, and four others from a variety of area studies (African, Asian, Eastern European and Russian, European, Latin

American, and Middle Eastern) for a total of 18 credit hours. International Studies may be pursued in conjunction with a

major or minor program, or integrated within general education requirements.

Knowledge of a foreign language is recommended. Students can also pursue study abroad, field experiences, and/or

internships in partial fulfillment of International Studies requirements.

Interested students should contact the Coordinator.

International Studies Core

MGT06.330 Managing International Business

ECON04.269 Selected Topics:Global Economy

ECON04.225 Women in the Economy

ECON04.307 Economic Development of Emerging Nations

ECON04.310 International Economics

ECON04.320 Contemporary Economic Systems

ENGL02.116 Readings in Non-Western Literature

GEOG06.111 World Regional Geography

ANTH02.202 Cultural Anthropology

GEOG06.102 Cultural Geography

ANTH02.350 Comparative Cultures

SOC08.327 Comparative Education from a Sociological Perspective

HIST05.120 World History Since 1500

HIST05.441 Imperialism and Colonialism

SOC15.322 Sociology of Population

LAWJ05.401 Law and Human Rights

LAWJ05.330 Problems in World Justice

MKT09.379 International Marketing

MUSG06.447 Music in World Cultures I: Asia and Oceania

MUSG06.448 Music in World Cultures II: Africa, India, Near and Middle East

REL10.200 Religions in the World

POSC07.230 Comparative Political Systems

POSC07.321 Contemporary World Problems

POSC07.320 International Relations

POSC07.420 International Law

POSC07.421 International Organizations

THD07.440 Contemporary World Theatre

For information about eligible area studies courses, see the coordinator. There are courses not listed here that may be

applicable to the concentration with the approval of the area advisor.

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Area Studies

African Studies (Dr. Corann Okorodudu; x3782):

ZULU16.101 Zulu I

ZULU16.102 Zulu II

ARAB12.101 Elementary Arabic I

ARAB12.102 Elementary Arabic II

GEOG06.345 Geography of Africa

HIST05.417 Women in Islam

HIST05.394 Sub-Saharan Africa to 1800

HIST05.397 Sub-Saharan Africa since 1800

HIST05.413 Comparative Race Relations

HIST05.437 Twentieth Century African Nationalism

AFST11.104 Introduction to Africana Studies

AFST11.304 Africana Social Thought

THD08.311 African Influences in American Dance (M/G)(GenEd)

Asian Studies (Dr. Edward Wang; x4077):

INTR01.136 Gateway to Asia (RS)

ARHS03.231 Survey of Asian Art

ARAB12.101 Elementary Arabic I

ARAB12.102 Elementary Arabic II

CHIN07.101 Elementary Chinese I (GenEd)

CHIN07.102 Elementary Chinese II (GenEd)

CHIN07.201 Intermediate Chinese I

CHIN07.211 Intermediate Chinese II

ENGL02.112 Readings in Asian Literature (M/G)(LIT)(GenEd)

GEOG06.343 Geography of Asia (M/G)

HIST05.408 Chinese Cultural History

HIST05.355 Modern China

HIST05.438 History of the Vietnam War

HIST05.351 Modern Japan

REL10.220 Introduction to Buddhism

REL10.230 Religions of Asia

REL10.330 Introduction to Daoism

PHIL09.330 Asian Thought (M/G)

Eastern European and Russian Studies (Dr. Larissa Kyj; x3984):

RUSS06.101 Elementary Russian I (GenEd)

RUSS06.102 Elementary Russian II (GenEd)

RUSS06.201 Intermediate Russian I

RUSS06.211 Intermediate Russian II

RUSS06.345 Russian Literature in Translation (GenEd)

RUSS06.347 Women in Russian Literature in Translation

GEOG06.346 Geography of the C.I.S. (former Soviet Union)(M/G)

HIST05.343 Russia to 1914

HIST05.344 Russia since 1914

POSC07.341 Politics and Society in Russia and the C.I.S.

POSC07.351 Russian Foreign Policy

Middle East Studies (Dr. Corinne Blake; x3991):

ARAB12.101 Elementary Arabic I

ARAB12.102 Elementary Arabic II

GEOG06.347 Geography of the Middle East (M/G)

HIST05.304 Islamic Civilization

HIST05.307 Ancient Mediterranean World

HIST05.308 Modern Middle East

HIST05.417 Women in Islam

HIST05.404 Arab-Israeli Conflict

Latin American and Iberian Studies (856-256-4500 x3465):

SPAN05.300 Spanish Phonetics

SPAN05.201 Spanish III (GenEd)

SPAN05.211 Spanish Reading and Conversation (GenEd)

SPAN05.305 Oral Spanish

SPAN05.212 Spanish Reading and Composition (GenEd)

SPAN05.312 Spanish for Business (GenEd)

SPAN05.320 Spanish Civilization & Culture

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SPAN05.321 Survey of Spanish Literature I

SPAN05.322 Survey of Spanish Literature II

SPAN05.323 Survey of Spanish-American Literature I

SPAN05.324 Spanish-American Civilization and Culture (M/G)

SPAN05.325 Readings in Contemporary Spanish Literature

SPAN05.326 Spanish Novel

SPAN05.327 Spanish-American Poetry

SPAN05.328 Spanish-American Theatre

SPAN05.381 Contemporary Spanish Theatre

SPAN05.383 Spanish-American Short Story

SPAN05.400 History of the Spanish Language

SPAN05.409 Advanced Spanish Grammar and Composition(WI)

SPAN05.410 Advanced Spanish Grammar and Composition

SPAN05.411 Advanced Spanish Conversation

SPAN05.426 Spanish-American Novel

SPAN05.481 The Generation of 1898

SPAN05.482 Modern Spanish Novel

SPAN05.435 Spanish Individual Study

ANTH02.210 Natives of South America (M/G)(GenEd)

GEOG06.344 Geography of Latin America (M/G)

HIST05.347 Traditional Latin America

HIST05.350 Modern Latin America

HIST05.362 History of Mexico & the Caribbean

HIST05.409 Latin American Revolutions and Reform

HIST05.411 Topics in Latin-American History

HONR05.390 Linguistics and Cultures of Native South America

HONR05.390 Modern Descendents of the Incas

Western European Studies (Dr. Edward C. Smith III; x4105):

ARHS03.103 Art History Survey I

ARHS03.104 Art History Survey II

ARHS03.205 Art History Survey III

ENGL02.110 Readings in British Literature (LIT)(GenEd)

ENGL02.309 British Literature to Romanticism

ENGL02.311 British Literature since Romanticism

ENGL02.330 Classical Literature in Translation

ENGL02.421 The English Novel

ENGL02.430 Anglo-Saxon and Medieval Literature

ENGL02.441 English Renaissance Literature

ENGL02.460 Restoration and 18th Century British Literature

ENGL02.471 English Romanticism

ENGL02.472 Victorian Literature

ENGL02.473 Twentieth Century British Literature

ENGL02.482 Modern European Literature

FREN02.201 Intermediate French I (GenEd)

FREN02.211 Intermediate French II (GenEd)

FREN02.300 French Phonetics

FREN02.205 Oral French

FREN02.311 Advanced French Conversation

FREN02.315 Introduction to French Literature

FREN02.320 French Civilization and Culture

FREN02.324 Appreciation of French Literature

FREN02.325 Readings in Contemporary French Literature

FREN02.400 History of the French Language

FREN02.410 Advanced French Composition

FREN02.421 The French Short Story

FREN02.435 Individual Study (French)

GERM03.201 Intermediate German I (GenEd)

GERM03.211 Intermediate German II (GenEd)

GERM03.212 German Reading and Composition

GERM03.320 German Civilization and Culture

ITAL04.201 Intermediate Italian I (GenEd)

ITAL04.211 Intermediate Italian II (GenEd)

GEOG06.342 Geography of Europe (M/G)

HIST05.100 Western Civilization to 1660 (GenEd)

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HIST05.307 Ancient Mediterranean World

HIST05.310 Medieval Europe

HIST05.311 Renaissance and Reformation

HIST05.312 Age of Enlightenment 1648-1789

HIST05.313 Age of Revolution 1760-1815

HIST05.314 Europe 1871-1914

HIST05.315 Twentieth Century Europe I

HIST05.316 Twentieth Century Europe II

HIST05.321 England since 1715

HIST05.407 History of World War II

HIST05.380 Traditional Jewish History

HIST05.381 Modern Jewish History

HIST05.406 Jewish Holocaust 1933-1945

HIST05.411 European Intellectual History since the 16th Century

HIST05.418 Women in Europe to 1700

HIST05.419 Women in Modern Europe

HIST05.327 Victorian England

SOC08.399 Sociology of the Holocaust (GenEd)

Students interested in pursuing Western European area studies must complete a study of a foreign language at the

intermediate (200) level (courses are offered up to this level in German, French, Italian, Russian and Spanish), or the

equivalent. One-half of all credits (i.e. 6 credits) must be taken at the 300 level or above. To encourage the development of

interdisciplinary perspectives, the remaining 6 credits must be selected from at least two academic departments.

International Honor Society Phi Beta Delta is a national honor society for students, faculty and staff interested in

international issues. The Delta Lambda chapter at Rowan University has been in existence since 1998. This society provides

a forum for students, faculty and staff to meet informally and discuss topics of common interest. It also sponsors or

co-sponsors a number of activities, such as a scholarship program for student members, lectures, the International Film

Series, International Week, etc. Each spring the Delta Lambda chapter of Phi Beta Delta hosts a formal initiation

ceremony. Students interested in applying must demonstrate an interest in international education (Study Abroad,

international student, etc.) and maintain a GPA of at least 3.1.

Scholarships, Internships and Career Opportunities Students with a strong academic background should consider

applying for some of the scholarship programs that send graduating seniors abroad, especially the Fulbright Program and the

Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship Program. For more information about these scholarships visit the following website

www.rowan.edu/internationalcenter or make an appointment with the International Studies coordinator in the

International Center, located in Robinson 117.

Internships in international trade, government, communications, business management and marketing can also provide

students with valuable skills and work experience. For a listing of companies involved in such areas in the southern New

Jersey and Philadelphia area, contact your local Chamber of Commerce. For information about international internship

opportunities, you can also contact your professors, your department, or the International Center.

Leadership Studies Concentration

Education Leadership Department

Education Hall

856.256.4779

[email protected]

The undergraduate Concentration in Leadership Studies is an interdisciplinary effort, designed to address the needs of

students, from various academic backgrounds, who wish to gain knowledge and experience in developing and practicing

leadership skills. The concentration allows students to explore leadership inside and outside the classroom in addition to

providing them with the opportunity to practice leadership within an organizational setting. The program focuses on the

nature of leadership in a variety of settings and will help students prepare for leadership responsibility on campus, in the

community, and in their professions. The concentration consists of 18 credit hours.

Program Information

Students must complete 18 credits hours to satisfy the Concentration in Leadership Studies. There are 9 credit hours in the

Leadership Core; 3 credit hours in the Communication Core; and, 6 credit hours in the Interdicisplinary Core. Any student

wishing to pursue a Concentration in Leadership Studies should contact the coordinator for further information and

advisement.

Concentration Requirements

Leadership Core: 9 credit hours

Communication Core: 3 credit hours

Interdisciplinary Core: 6 credit hours

Required Courses

Leadership Core 9 s.h.

EDSU28.100 Leadership Theory

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EDSU28.205 Leadership Seminar I

EDSU28.305 Leadership Seminar II (capstone)

Leadership Communication Core 3 s.h.

CMS04.220 Interpersonal Communication

Interdisciplinary Core 6 s.h.

(Choose any two)

MGT06.300 Organizational Behavior

MGT06.304 Organizational Change and Development

SOC08.353 The Sociology of Complex Organizations

SOC08.230 Self and Society

EDPA02.320 Public Administration

PSY08.310 Industrial/Organizational Psychology

PSY05.206 Social Psychology

HLTH37.170 Stress Management

Thomas N. Bantivoglio Honors Concentration

Ieva Zake, Coordinator

The Whitney Center

856.256.4775

[email protected]

The Thomas N. Bantivoglio Honors Concentration is an eight (8) course concentration open to Rowan students in all

academic majors and Colleges. As students participate in their disciplinary major, the Honors Concentration complements

their growth towards career preparation and civic participation. Participation in the Bantivoglio Honors Concentration

affords students a unique educational experience. At graduation ceremonies, Bantivoglio Scholars receive special

recognition; and their accomplishments are highlighted in the Commencement Program and on their diplomas.

The concentration emphasizes interdisciplinary learning, challenging scholastic work, enhanced classroom experiences, and

participation in a learning community of intellectually curious and academically talented student colleagues and committed

faculty. The concentration offers an opportunity for students to study topics which cannot be addressed by one academic

field of study (e.g., global warming) and which are more effectively studied using perspectives from more than one discipline.

Students are encouraged to find ways to integrate the content from their major fields of study with the content from other

areas of study. The integration element of Honors classes enriches students' educational experiences by providing them with

a way to make connections among ideas and disciplines.

Students earn an Honors Concentration in addition to their specific program degree. Honors courses can be used to

complete general education, Rowan Experience requirements, non-program and free electives, and/or specific degree

requirements.

Honors classes are small so that students have the opportunity to engage in active learning with faculty who are committed

to helping each student develop his/her talents and skills as a scholar and to work collaboratively with other Honors students

in a wide range of academic fields. Honors classes offer enhanced educational experiences in the form of field trips, special

speakers, independent study projects with individual professors, and participation at academic and professional conferences.

Participation in the Bantivoglio Honors Concentration affords students the privilege of designated Honors-only housing in

which interaction among the Honors students is encouraged and supported by extra-curricular activities. Honors students

have priority registration, extended library borrowing privileges, financial assistance to study abroad and paid research

assistantships.

Applications for admission to the Bantivoglio Honors Concentration are reviewed by the Coordinator. Freshmen students

are accepted based on a combination of standardized test scores, significant achievement in high school, and participation in

extra-curricular activities, and a letter of recommendation. Rowan University students may apply to the concentration if

they have a GPA of 3.45 or higher and can complete the Concentration by their graduation.

To graduate with an Honors Concentration, students must complete at least eight (8) Honors courses and participate in

extra-curricular Honors activities and service projects. At least four (4) of the Honors courses must be interdisciplinary and

a maximum of four (4) courses may be discipline-specific.

Each semester, there are a number of different Honors courses offered so that students can plan their Honors

Concentration progress. Grades of below a B- in Honors courses do not count toward completion of the Honors

Concentration. Students must also maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.00, continue to make progress toward completing the

Honors Concentration within the normal time period to earn their major degree, and must participate in Honors activities

in order to remain in the Concentration.

Urban Studies Concentration

Richard Scott, Advisor

Robinson Hall

856.256.4811 x3983

[email protected]

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New Jersey, the nation's most urban and most densely populated state, provides a compelling laboratory for the study of

urbanism, urban places and associated problems such as sprawl, segregation, income disparity, poverty, crime, health and

other issues. The Urban Studies concentration provides a format for students to engage in a systematic, yet wide ranging,

study of urbanism on a local, national and global scale. The Urban Studies concentration is interdisciplinary and available to

students from all majors.

Students are required to complete at least 21 credits (seven courses). Of these, at least 9 credits (three courses) must be taken

in the Urban Studies Core. Among these Core courses, students must take courses in three of the following five subject

areas: Economics, Geography, History, Political Science, and Sociology. An additional 12 credits (four courses) must be

completed from either the remaining Urban Studies Core classes, from the related disciplinary clusters detailed below, or

from the list of eligible elective courses following the cluster listing. Students may take up to, but not more than, three of

these additional courses from a single Department. Thus, no student can count more than four courses from one

department toward their Urban Studies Concentration (one of the Core classes and up to three additional courses). The

concentration may be pursued in conjunction with a major program; it can also be integrated with general education

requirements.

Core Courses

Economics Courses

ECON04.360 Urban Economics

ECON04.210 Environmental Economics

Geography Courses

GEOG06.302 Urban Geography

GEOG06.355 Metropolitan and Regional Planning

History Courses

HIST05.334 Urban History of the United States

HIST05.474 U.S. Labor History

Political Science

TBA

Sociology Courses

SOC08.320 Urban Sociology

SOC08.431 Social Psychology of City Life

Women's and Gender Studies Concentration

Andrew Hottle, Coordinator

426 Keith and Shirley Campbell Library

856.256.4639

[email protected]

Women's and Gender Studies is a multi-disciplinary global concentration offering courses to students in all majors. Courses

from the concentration may be used as electives or as part of the general education requirement and many Women's and

Gender Studies courses fulfill the global/multicultural designation. The major objectives of the concentration are to increase

knowledge about women and gender; to examine women's and men's roles across disciplines; to stimulate re-evaluation of

the roles of women and men in society; to increase awareness of the status of women; and to value the contributions of

women across cultures and time periods.

The successful completion of 18 semester hours including the core course Women and Gender in Perspective is required.

Students interested in taking a particular course in Women's and Gender Studies or pursuing a concentration are strongly

encouraged to contact the Coordinator of Women's and Gender Studies for further information and advisement. Interested

students can also contact the Registrar's Office to declare a concentration in Women's and Gender Studies. The Office of

Women's and Gender Studies posts a list of courses offered each semester, and courses are also listed in the Schedule of

Courses under Women's and Gender Studies.

Each student enrolled in the Women's and Gender Studies Concentration is required to take:

1. The core course, Women and Gender Perspective (INTR01.130); and

2. Fifteen (15) credits of approved Women's and Gender Studies courses (ranked First and Second Tier), of which nine

(9) credits must be from the First Tier.

Program Information

Required Core Course (3 s.h.)

INTR01.130 Women and Gender in Perspective

First Tier (minimum of three courses [9 s.h.] required for Concentration)

ANTH02.322 Sex and Sex Roles in a Cross Cultural Perspective

ARHS03.230 Survey of Women Artists

CMS01.318 Communicating Gender

CMS01.323 Images of Gender in Popular Culture

ECON04.225 Women in the Economy

ENGL02.200 Women in Literature

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HIST05.417 Women in Islam

HIST05.418 Women in Europe to 1700

HIST05.419 Women in Modern Europe

HIST05.422 Women in American History

HIST05.425 History of Feminisms

HIST05.429 Proseminar in History: Women in African History

HIST05.455 Gender, Sexuality and History

INTR01.200 Issues in Women's Health

INTR01.430 Women, Sex, and Power:Capstone Seminar in Women's Studies

LAWJ05.346 Women, Crime and Criminal Justice

PHIL09.328 Philosophy and Gender

PHIL09.346 Feminist Ethics

POSC07.311 Women in American Politics

PSY01.200 Psychology of Women and Cultural Experience

PSY05.217 Psychology of Gender and Alcoholism/Drug Abuse

RTF03.272 Images of Women in Film

SOC08.370 The Sociology of Women in Society

SOC08.440 Selected Topics: Understanding Gender

SOC08.493 Seminar on Gender Roles

Selected Topics courses in various disciplines (see the coordinator of the program for more information)

Second

Tier

Courses(maximum

of two

courses

[6 s.h.]

counted

toward

Concentration)

ENGL02.205 Adolescent Literature

ENGL02.216 African American Literature Through Harlem Renaissance

ENGL02.316 African American Literature Since Harlem Renaissance

HIST05.408 Chinese Cultural History

HIST05.429 Proseminar in History: History of Witchcraft

INTR01.158 From Nancy Drew to Lara Croft: Historical and Critical Dimensions of

the Female Detective Genre

PHIL09.368 Philosophy of Science

PHIL09.369 Philosophy of Science

PSY05.310 The Psychology of Human Sexuality

SOC08.220 The Sociology of the Family

SOC08.399 Sociology of the Holocaust

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Rohrer College of Business

Niranjan Pati, Dean

Edgar F. Bunce Hall

856.256.4025

[email protected]

Margaret Van Brunt, Assistant Dean

Bunce Hall

856.256.4047

[email protected]

Karen T. Seifring, Assistant to the Dean

Bunce Hall

856.256.4037

[email protected]

Sarah Piddington, Interim Director Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship and Interim Director, South

Jersey Technology Part at Rowan University

The South Jersey Technology Park at Rowan University

856.256.4099

856.256.4126

[email protected]

Mission

The College of Business of Rowan University empowers its students to compete and succeed responsibly in their careers.

• The Rohrer College of Business Faculty makes effective teaching that engages students in the learning process its

highest priority supported by relevant scholarship and appropriate levels of service.

• Rowan University's undergraduate business programs are grounded in liberal arts, focus on excellent business

practices, and offer students opportunities for experience-based learning.

• Rowan University's graduate business programs provide contemporary graduate business education to professionals of

diverse fields and academic backgrounds, and accentuate knowledge and skills required for career advancement.

• In partnership with the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, the Rohrer College of Business promotes

entrepreneurship throughout the University and in the regional community.

Vision

To become a regionally prominent, nationally recognized, and globally engaged college of business creating a transformative

learning experience.

Core Values

Excellence: faculty, staff, students, and alumni strive to distinguish themselves as valued quality contributors in their chosen

fields/professions

Inquiry: nurture a culture of intellectual curiosity and critical thinking

Innovation: encourage creative and adaptive thinking

Respect: promote tolerance, collegiality, and ethical behavior

Social Responsibility: strive to generate sustainable value for business and society as a whole

General Education Requirements

The General Education component of the undergraduate curriculum for the degree programs in Business must comprise at

least 50% of the student's four-year program.

Moreover, no student will be permitted to enroll in upper division courses (level 300 and higher) offered by the College of

Business unless he/she has completed the prerequisite and (1) has been admitted to the Rohrer College of Business (2) is

pursuing a Minor offered by the College of Business; (3) istaking an upper division course as a recommended elective as part

of a major program offered by another college at Rowan University; or (4) is taking an upper division course as a

non-matriculated student for transfer to another academic institution. Transfer students should note that the degree

programs in the Rohrer College of Business require at least 50% of the business credit hours be earned at Rowan University.

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Accreditation

Rowan University's business programs are accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business

(AACSB International). To achieve this prestigious accreditation, the business programs successfully demonstrated a wide

range of quality standards relating to curriculum, faculty resources, admissions, degree requirements, facilities, financial

resources, and intellectual climate.

In addition, our college is just one of five AACSB International schools in the nation to have our Management Information

Systems Program also accredited by ABET, the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc.

Programs Offered

The College of Business offers the following programs to serve its undergraduate and graduate students: a Bachelor of

Science in Accounting; Entrepreneurship; Finance; Human Resource Management; Marketing and Management

Information Systems; and a minor in Business Administration; Human Resource Management, Management Information

Systems; and Marketing.

The aims of the programs are to:

• Enable students to develop a broad general management approach toward organizations and the changing social and

international environments they encounter

• Foster the students' ability to develop and organize information for critical analysis as the basis for decision making

• Enable students to understand standards of professional and ethical behavior which are consistent with reasonable

societal expectations

• Develop in students the communication and technological expertise required for initial positions, as well as for career

growth

Departments

The College of Business houses the departments of Accounting and Finance, Management and Entrepreneurship, and

Marketing and Business Information Systems.

MINOR IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

The Minor in Business Administration requires students to complete 12 credit hours in general education requirements. A

student must achieve a minimum 2.5 GPA in these courses:

Required Prerequisite Courses 12 s.h.

ECON04.101 Intro to Economics-A Macroeconomic Perspective

ECON04.102 Intro to Economics-A Microeconomic Perspective

STAT02.260 Statistics I

MATH03.125 Calculus Techniques & Applications

or MATH01.130 Calculus I

Business Courses 21 s.h.

The Minor in Business requires students to take 21 credit hours in business courses, all of which must be taken from the

Rohrer College of Business core. Students must achieve a 2.5 GPA in all business courses. The lower division courses must

be completed before upper division courses may be taken.

Required courses

Lower Division

MGT98.242 Legal Environment of Business

ACC03.210 Principles of Accounting I

ACC03.211 Principles of Accounting II

MKT09.200 Principles of Marketing

Upper Division

MGT06.300 Organizational Behavior

or MGT06.309 Organizational Behavior - WI

FIN04.300 Principles of Finance

MIS02.334 Management Information Systems

Department of Accounting and Finance

Carol Welsh, Chair

Edgar F. Bunce Hall

856.256.4039

[email protected]

The Accounting and Finance Department awards a B.S. in Accounting and a B.S. in Finance. Foundation courses offer

students, regardless of their majors, a solid basis in accounting and financial theory. At the upper levels, courses are designed

to qualify students for a wide range of careers in the accounting and the financial environment.

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTING

The B.S. in Accounting requires the common core of the College of Business courses. Courses within the accounting major

provide students with a broad understanding of accounting theory and practices, incorporating and infusing international

and ethical issues. The program prepares students for a diversified range of career opportunities and meets the requirements

to sit for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Examination, as well as the Certified Management Accountant (CMA)

Examination and the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Examination.

Students working toward a B.S. in Accounting must maintain a 2.00 grade point average overall as well as a 2.50 grade point

average overall in the business core and Accounting major.

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirement as described on page 50

Required Courses

(may be included in General Education)

MATH01.130 Calculus I

or MATH03.125 Calculus Techniques and Applications

CS01.200 Computing Environments

ECON04.101 Introduction to Economics: Macroeconomic Perspective

ECON04.102 Introduction to Economics: Microeconomic Perspective

STAT02.261 Statistics II

ACC03.210 Principles of Accounting I

ACC03.211 Principles of Accounting II

MGT98.242 Legal Environment of Business

MKT09.200 Principles of Marketing

MGT06.305 Operations Management

FIN04.300 Principles of Finance

MGT06.300 Organizational Behavior

or MGT06.309 Organizational Behavior(WI)

ACC03.320 Accounting Information Systems

MGT06.402 Business Policy

ACC03.310 Intermediate Accounting I

ACC03.311 Intermediate Accounting II

ACC03.326 Cost Accounting

ACC03.410 Auditing

ACC03.416 Advanced Accounting

ACC03.428 Integrative Accounting Seminar

ACC03.430 Individual Taxation

ACC03.431 Taxation of Business Entities

FIN04.435 International Financial Management

ACC98.300 Law for Accountants

Business Elective 3 s.h.

Choice of any course in the College of Business, or Business Ethics (PHIL09.322), excluding any internship other than

Supervised Internship in Accounting (ACC03.300)

Free Electives 7-8 s.h.

Total Credits for the Program 120 s.h.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN FINANCE

The B.S. in Finance requires the common core of College of Business courses. It provides students with a broad

understanding of financial theory and institutions. The program prepares students for a variety of career opportunities

within financial institutions, governmental agencies and private industry. These include financial analysis, cash management,

credit analysis, pension and investment fund management, capital budgeting analysis, investment and commercial banking,

and securities management.

Students working toward a B.S. in Finance must maintain a 2.00 grade point average overall as well as a 2.50 grade point

average overall in the business core and finance specialization.

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All Students must complete the Rowan Experience requirements as described on page 50

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Required Courses

(may be included in General Education)

MATH01.130 Calculus I

or MATH03.125 Calculus Techniques and Applications

CS01.200 Computing Environments

**Take one course from the list of approved General Education computing courses having a course identification number of

CS0x.xxx

ECON04.101 Introduction to Economics: Macroeconomic Perspective

ECON04.102 Introduction to Economics: Microeconomic Perspective

STAT02.261 Statistics II

ACC03.210 Principles of Accounting I

ACC03.211 Principles of Accounting II

MGT98.242 Legal Environment of Business

MKT09.200 Principles of Marketing

MGT06.305 Operations Management

FIN04.300 Principles of Finance

MGT06.300 Organizational Behavior

or MGT06.309 Organizational Behavior (WI)

MIS02.334 Management Information Systems

MGT06.402 Business Policy

ACC03.310 Intermediate Accounting I

ACC03.316 Concepts in Federal Taxation

FIN04.422 Financial Management I

FIN04.423 Financial Management II

FIN04.431 Investments/Portfolio Analysis

FIN04.433 Financial Institutions and Markets

FIN04.435 International Financial Management

Electives Elective courses are generally offered only once an academic year. Select any (3) three of the following courses:

ACC03.311 Intermediate Accounting II

FIN04.424 Seminar in Finance

FIN04.425 Risk Management

FIN04.330 Supervised Internship in Finance

FIN04.327 Selected Topics in Finance

Business Elective 3 s.h.

Choice of any level College of Business or Business Ethics (PHIL09.322), and excluding any internship other than

Supervised Internship in Finance (FIN04.330)

Free Electives 8 s.h.

Total Credits for the Program 120 s.h.

Department of Management and Entrepreneurship

Dilip Mirchandani, Chair

Edgar F. Bunce Hall, Room 277

856.256.4048

[email protected]

The Management and Entrepreneurship Department awards B.S. degrees in Management, Entrepreneurship, and Human

Resource Management. These business programs provide students with a solid grounding in management theory and

practice and with a strong professional foundation for a wide variety of organizational functions.

Students benefit from a curriculum that combines liberal arts requirements with intensive business theory and

fundamentals, and hands-on learning opportunities.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT

The B.S. in Management prepares students for meaningful entry level positions in management, and a foundation for future

career growth. The program is designed to provide a strong foundation in both traditional and innovative management

techniques, blending theory and practice by requiring classroom instruction, internships, and interaction with management

practitioners. Students enrolled in the management program are expected to:

1. Learn important management concepts, skills and techniques focused on managing and supervising other workers

2. Think critically

3. Analyze and solve organizational problems

4. Improve their oral and written communication skills, and

5. Build their team skills

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The program emphasizes the management of the new, diverse workforce; a concern for the increasing level of legal, and

ethical and social responsibilities for workplace organizations; the importance of information technology in business

decision making; understanding and being able to utilize essential quantitative tools for managerial decision-making in order

to maintain a competitive advantage; and the globalization of the business environment.

Students working toward a B.S. in Management must maintain a 2.00 cumulative grade point average and a 2.50 grade point

average in all business courses completed at Rowan.

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirement as described on page 50

Required Courses for Management Degree (may be included in General Education) 27 s.h.

MATH01.130 Calculus 1

or MATH03.125 Calculus Techniques and Applications 3 s.h.

STAT02.260 Statistics 1

CS0x.xxx **

**One course from the list of approved General Education computing courses having a course identification number of

CS0x.xxx

ECON04.101 Introduction to Economics: Macroeconomic Perspective

ECON04.102 Introduction to Economics: Microeconomic Perspective

ACC03.210 Principles of Accounting I

ACC03.211 Principles of Accounting II

MGT98.242 Legal Environment of Business

MKT09.200 Principles of Marketing

MGT06.305 Operations Management

FIN04.300 Principles of Finance

MGT06.300 Organizational Behavior

or MGT06.309 Organizational Behavior(WI)

MIS02.334 Management Information Systems

MGT06.402 Business Policy

WA01.408 Writing as Managers (WI)

MGT06.310 Leadership and Supervision for Management

MGT06.311 Decision-Making Tools for Managers

MGT06.330 Managing International Business

MGT06.405 Business Management Simulation

MGT06.361 Supervised Internship

or MGT06.430 Business Field Experience

Choose 5 courses from the list below with at least one being from each of the three banks below: 15 s.h.

Quantitative Skills Bank

MIS02.322 Design of Database

MKT09.384 Research Methods in Marketing-WI

FIN04.422 Financial Management I

MGT06.404 Quality Management

MIS02.150 Integrated Business Software Tools

MGT06.354 Managerial Data Analysis

ENT06.426 New Venture Development

MKT09.378 Product, Price, and New Venture Management

ACC03.326 Cost Accounting

Qualitative People Skills Bank

MGT06.304 Organizational Change and Development

HRM06.302 Management of Human Resources

HRM06.420 Principles of Training and Training Management

HRM06.315 Recruitment and Selection

ENT06.327 Strategic Issues in Family Business

MKT09.382 Sales Force Management

MKT09.376 Consumer Behavior

PHIL09.322 Business Ethics

MGT06.361 Supervised Internship (additional 3.0 s.h.)

Organizational Task Skills Bank

ENT06.450 Technology Entrepreneurship

ENT06.240 Entrepreneurship and Innovation

ENT06.326 Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management

MKT09.360 Services Marketing

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MIS02.332 E-Business: IS Perspectives

MKT09.372 Retailing

MKT09.350 Management of Advertising and Promotion

EDPA02.320 Public Administration

SOC08.401 Human Service Organizations

SOC08.353 The Sociology of Complex Organizations

MGT06.312 Special Topics in Management I: Changes in the Economic

Environment

MGT06.313 Special Topics in Management II: Business Seminar

Free Electives 6-8 s.h.

Total Credits for Program 120 s.h.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP

The theory and practice of entrepreneurship is becoming increasingly important for solving economic and social challenges.

We develop the ability of our students to identify, determine feasibility and act upon entrepreneurial opportunities. Student

learning is infused with an emphasis on innovation, entrepreneurial thinking and venture effectiveness using entrepreneurial

problems, cases, and project-based learning. These exposures provide students with the foundation to initiate new

enterprises, create socially responsible non-profit entities, extend family ventures or craft corporate extensions.

Students working toward a B.S. in Entrepreneurship must maintain a 2.00 grade point average overall and a 2.50 grade point

average in all business courses taken.

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirement as described on page 50

Required Courses

(may be included in General Education)

MATH01.130 Calculus I

or MATH03.125 Calculus Techniques and Applications

STAT02.260 Statistics I

CS0x.xxx **

**One course from the list of approved General Education computing courses having a course identification number of

CS0x.xxx

ECON04.101 Introduction to Economics: Macroeconomic Perspective

ECON04.102 Introduction to Economics: Microeconomic Perspective

MKT09.200 Principles of Marketing

ACC03.210 Principles of Accounting I

ACC03.211 Principles of Accounting II

MGT98.242 Legal Environment of Business

MGT06.305 Operations Management

FIN04.300 Principles of Finance

MGT06.300 Organizational Behavior

or MGT06.309 Organizational Behavior (WI)

MGT06.402 Business Policy

ENT06.240 Entrepreneurship and Innovation

MGT06.330 Managing International Business (M/G)

or MKT09.379 International Marketing (M/G)

MKT09.384 Research Methods in Marketing (WI)

ENT06.426 New Venture Development

ENT06.342 Financing and Legal Aspect of Entrepreneurship

ENT06.415 Management Consulting Field Study

Select 6 s.h. from the following list:

ENT06.326 Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management

ENT06.327 Strategic Issues in Family Business

ENT06.328 Evaluating Franchising Opportunities

ENT06.346 Social Entrepreneurship

MGT06.361 Supervised Internship

ENT06.344 Entrepreneurial Growth Strategies

ENT06.450 Technology Entrepreneurship

ACC03.328 Entrepreneurial Accounting

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Select 9 s.h. from the following list:

Any ENT course or

MKT09.378 Product, Price, and New Venture Management

MKT09.360 Services Marketing

MKT09.391 Business to Business Marketing

MGT06.304 Organizational Change and Development

MGT06.405 Business Management Simulation

MIS02.150 Integrated Business Software Tools

ACC03.326 Cost Accounting

PHIL09.322 Business Ethics

THD07.365 Theatre Management

EDPA02.320 Public Administration

ECON04.307 Economic Development

Free Electives 6-8 s.h.

Total Credits for Program 120 s.h.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Human Resource Management consists of planned organizational activities designed to improve employee efficiency and

equity, such as staffing, compensation, and training. This major should be of interest to students pursuing careers as human

resource managers, as well as to those who anticipate that they will someday be responsible for making hiring, performance

appraisal, and pay decisions. Students working toward a B.S. in Human Resource Management must maintain a 2.00 grade

point average overall and a 2.50 grade point average in all business courses taken.

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirement as described on page 50

Required Courses

(may be included in General Education)

MATH01.130 Calculus I

or MATH03.125 Calculus Techniques and Applications

STAT02.260 Statistics I

CS0x.xxx **

**Take one course from the list of approved General Education computing courses having a course identification number of

CS0x.xxx.

ECON04.101 Introduction to Economics:Macroeconomic Perspective

ECON04.102 Introduction to Economics:Microeconomic Perspective

MKT09.200 Principles of Marketing

ACC03.210 Principles of Accounting I

ACC03.211 Principles of Accounting II

MGT98.242 Legal Environment of Business

MGT06.305 Operations Management

FIN04.300 Principles of Finance

MGT06.300 Organizational Behavior

or MGT06.309 Organizational Behavior (WI)

MGT06.402 Business Policy

MIS02.334 Management Information Systems

HRM06.302 Management of Human Resources

MGT06.330 Managing International Business

HRM06.315 Recruitment and Selection

HRM16.401 Labor/Employee Relations

HRM06.425 Management of Compensation

HRM98.337 Legal Aspects of Human Resource Management-WI

MGT06.361 Supervised Internship

Select 12 s.h. from the following list:

PHIL09.322 Business Ethics

ECON04.345 Labor Economics

SPAN05.312 Spanish for Business

STAT02.261 Statistics II

PSY05.402 Psychology of Conflict Resolution

Or any upper-level non-required courses offered by Rowan University's College of Business

Free Electives 6-8 s.h.

Total Credits for Program 120 s.h.

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MINOR IN HUMAN RESOURCES (HR)

The goal of the minor program is to provide non-Business majors with the opportunity to qualify for entry-level human

resource management positions. The objective of the program is to understand the legal and regulatory environment of

human resource management, to develop the capability of using state-of-the-art hiring and recruiting techniques, and to

learn how to harmonize an organizationâ‚ƒs compensation systems with its strategic goals. The program is based on the

required human resource management coursework of the major in human resource management except that it has fewer

required courses and fewer elective courses.

Requirements 15 s.h.

HRM06.302 Human Resource Management

or PSY08.220 Personal Psychology

MGT98.242 Legal Environment of Business

HRM06.315 Recruitment and Selection

HRM06.425 Management of Compensation

HRM98.337 Legal Aspects of Human Resource Management

Electives: Select two (6 s.h.) courses from the list below

MGT06.361 Supervised Internship

PSY01.422 Field Experience in Psychology

HRM06.420 Principles in Training

MGT06.304 Organizational Change and Development

PSY05.402 Psychology of Conflict and Conflict Resolution

HRM06.318 Human Resource Information Systems

* The internship must involve human resource management duties in order to count towards the minor.

To Apply

Students must complete at least twelve (letter graded) credit hours at Rowan and hold at least a 2.5 GPA. Students must have

completed or be currently enrolled in either HRM 06.302 Human Resource Management or PSY 08.220 Personnel

Psychology. Application for the minor can be made by sending an email to Dr. Joel Rudin, [email protected]

Department of Marketing and Business Information Systems

Phillip A. Lewis, Chair

Edgar F. Bunce Hall, Room 208

845.256.4029 or 256-4298

[email protected]

The Marketing Department awards Bachelor of Science Degrees in Marketing and Management Information Systems

(MIS).

The marketing program focuses on strategic, as well as tactical, marketing concepts; it integrates the classical "Four P's"

approach throughout its courses (product, price, promotion, place). Offerings stress the use of modern techniques to analyze

and develop solutions to a wide variety of marketing opportunities and constraints.

Students majoring in Marketing must maintain a 2.00 grade point average overall and a 2.50 grade point average in all

business courses taken at Rowan University.

Students are encouraged to utilize their non-program courses and free electives to pursue minors and concentrations in

other fields of study to increase their knowledge perspective and enhance their employability in a dynamic job market.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MARKETING

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirement as described on page 50

Required Courses

(may be included in General Education)

MATH01.130 Calculus I

or MATH03.125 Calculus Techniques and Applications

STAT02.260 Statistics I (Equivalent of College Algebra)

CS0x.xxx **

** Take one course from the list of approved General Education computing courses having a course identification number of

CS0x.xxx.

ECON04.101 Introduction to Economics: Macroeconomic Perspective

ECON04.102 Introduction to Economics: Microeconomic Perspective

ACC03.210 Principles of Accounting I

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ACC03.211 Principles of Accounting II

MGT98.242 Legal Environment of Business

MKT09.200 Principles of Marketing

MGT06.305 Operations Management

FIN04.300 Principles of Finance

MGT06.300 Organizational Behavior

MIS02.334 Management Information Systems

MGT06.402 Business Policy

Major Requirements 12 s.h.

MKT09.376 Consumer Behavior

MKT09.384 Research Methods in Marketing (WI)

MKT09.379 International Marketing (M/G)

MKT09.403 Strategic Marketing Management

Marketing Electives: Electives courses are generally offered only once an academic year. Select 15 s.h. from the following

list:

MKT09.305 Internet Marketing

MKT09.315 Personal Selling

MKT09.330 Marketing Channels

MKT09.350 Management of Advertising and Promotion

MKT09.360 Services Marketing

MKT09.372 Retailing

MKT09.378 Product, Price & New Venture Management

MKT09.375 Business Logistics

MKT09.382 Sales Force Management

MKT09.386 The Marketing Plan

MKT09.390 Selected Topics in Marketing

MKT09.391 Business to Business Marketing

MKT09.411 Supervised Internship in Marketing

Marketing and Business Elective: Select 6 s.h.

The Business electives can be any two courses from the following list:

• Any non-required 300 or 400 level course offered by the Marketing Department

• Any Non-Required 300 or 400 level course except the Supervised Internships offered by the Management and

Entrepreneurship or Accounting and Finance Departments

• MKT09.101 Marketing and the Business Environment (Rowan Seminar)

Free Electives 9 s.h.

Total Credits for Program 120-122 s.h.

MINOR IN MARKETING

Required

STAT02.260 Statistics I

MKT09.200 Principles of Marketing

MKT09.376 Consumer Behavior

MKT09.384 Research Methods in Marketing

MKT09.379 International Marketing

MKT09.386 The Marketing Plan

Electives

Select one (3.s.h.) course from the list below:

MKT09.375 Business Logistics

MKT09.391 Business to Business Marketing

MKT09.305 Internet Marketing

MKT09.330 Marketing Channels

MKT09.350 Management of Advertising and Promotion

MKT09.360 Services Marketing

MKT09.315 Personal Selling

MKT09.378 Product, Price, and New Venture Management

MKT09.372 Retailing

MKT09.382 Sales Force Management

MKT09.390 Selected Topics in Marketing

MKT09.411 Supervised Internship in Marketing

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS (MIS)

The Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems (MIS) prepares students for careers in a rapidly changing

technological world by training them to analyze business problems, challenges and opportunities, and to subsequently

design, develop, implement and maintain business solutions through the use of information and information technology.

Students majoring in MIS learn how to analyze complex business situations, solicit information from individuals and

systems, write specification documents, effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical people, design and

develop technological solutions, implement and integrate various technologies, propose and evaluate alternative solutions,

develop and manage project plans, and assess system success and organizational impacts. Critical thinking and

communication skills are emphasized as students become proficient in designing and developing Web-based electronic

commerce and intranet solutions, networking solutions, and relational database solutions. Students working toward a B.S. in

Management Information Systems must maintain a 2.00 cumulative grade point average and a 2.50 grade point average in all

business courses completed at Rowan.

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirement as described on 50

Required Courses

(may be included in General Education)

MATH01.130 Calculus I

or MATH03.125 Calculus Techniques and Applications

STAT02.260 Statistics I(Equivalent of College Algebra)

CS04.140 Enterprise Computing I

MKT09.200 Principles of Marketing

ACC03.210 Principles of Accounting I

ACC03.211 Principles of Accounting II

MGT98.242 Legal Environment of Business

MGT06.305 Operations Management

FIN04.300 Principles of Finance

MGT06.300 Organizational Behavior

or MGT06.309 Organizational Behavior (WI)

MIS02.334 Management Information Systems

MGT06.402 Business Policy

Major Courses 33 s.h.

CS04.141 Enterprise Computing II

MIS02.330 Business Systems

MIS02.322 Principles of Systems Design

MIS02.338 Design of Database Systems

MIS02.336 Advanced Database Management

MIS02.327 Network Management

MIS02.428 Business Web Applications

MIS02.325 Project Management

MGT06.330 Managing International Business

MIS02.333 E-Business: IS Perspective-WI

MIS02.450 MIS Capstone Experience

Select 3 s.h. from the following list:

MIS02.344 MIS Supervised Internship

MIS02.320 Seminar in MIS

MIS02.150 Integrated Business Software Tools

HRM06.318 Human Resource Information Systems

ACC03.326 Cost Accounting

FIN04.422 Financial Management I

MGT06.304 Organizational Change and Development

ENT06.326 Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management

MGT06.401 Independent Project

MKT09.305 Internet Marketing

HRM06.420 Principles of Training/Training Management

WA01.400 Writing for the Workplace

CS01.102 Introduction to Programming

CS01.205 Computer Lab Techniques

CS04.110 An Introduction to Programming Using Robots

CS04.222 Data Structure and Algorithms

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PHIL09.130 Introduction to Symbolic Logic

PHIL09.322 Business Ethics

CMS04.220 Interpersonal Communication

GEOG06.360 Introduction Geographic Information Systems

INTR01.265 Computers and Society

Free Electives 9 s.h.

Total Credits for the Program 120 s.h.

MINOR IN MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS (18 s.h.)

Required (12 s.h.)

MIS02.334 Management Information Systems

MIS02.330 Business Systems

MIS02.338 Design of Database Systems

MIS02.322 Principles of Systems Design

Electives: Select two (6 s.h.) courses from the list below:

MIS02.325 Project Management

MIS02.336 Advanced Database Management

MIS02.327 Network Management

MIS02.332

or MIS02.333 E-Business: I.S. Perspective (WI)

CS04.140 Enterprise Computing I

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College of Communication

Lorin Basden Arnold, Dean

Bozorth Hall

856.256.4340

[email protected]

Janice Rowan, Interim Associate Dean

Hawthorn Hall

856.256.4096

[email protected]

Linda Sweeten, Assistant Dean

Bozorth Hall

856.256.4337

[email protected]

Esther Mummert, Academic Advisor

Bozorth Hall

856.256.4090

[email protected]

History

The College of Communication was established July 1, 1996, after unanimous final approval by the Rowan University Board

of Trustees at their June 1996 meeting.

Programs Offered

The College offers six undergraduate majors: Advertising, Communication Studies, Journalism, Public Relations,

Radio/TV/Film, and Writing Arts. The Department of Writing Arts administers the general education writing program for

the University, a dual major in Writing Arts and Elementary or Early Childhood Education, and a stand-alone major. The

College houses two graduate programs: the M.A. in Public Relations and the M.A. in Writing, Journalism, Communication

Studies and Advertising offer a minor in their programs, and Writing Arts offers a concentration in Creative Writing.

Introduction

The College of Communication at Rowan University blends the theoretical and the practical, building upon an expansive

base of general education courses that serve to develop liberalized perspectives in all areas. Internships are encouraged in all

majors, and Public Relations/Advertising students are required to do an internship.

Departments

The College of Communication houses five departments, which include: Communication Studies, Journalism, Public

Relations/Advertising, Radio/Television/Film, and Writing Arts.

Services

In addition to regular classrooms, the College of Communication makes extensive use of specialized laboratories. Students

learn in new, state-of-the-art, digital production facilities that include two full video/film production studios, a satellite

connection, three radio production labs, digital video/film editing suites, and a 130-seat screening theatre. Students can learn

layout, desktop publishing, and numerous other skills in the journalism laboratory. The college also provides students with

two networked writing labs and tutorial services in writing for a variety of classes.

Core Requirements

All of the College of Communication major programs, except Writing Arts, require thirteen (13) major courses. Writing

Arts requires eleven (11) three-credit courses and a one-credit Portfolio Seminar.

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirements as described on page 50

Department of Communication Studies

Ed Streb, Chair

Hawthorn Hall

856.256.4293

[email protected]

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The Communication Studies department offers a Bachelor of Arts in the discipline of communication that enables students

to develop a sophisticated understanding of communication theory, research, and strategies. Courses such as Persuasion and

Social Influence, Interpersonal Communication, Small Group Communication, Rhetorical Theory, Ethical Isssues in

Human Communication, and Seminar in Studies provide a broad and rigorous grounding in communication theory,

research, and practice.

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN COMMUNICATION STUDIES

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirements as described on page 50

Core Requirements

(Must be completed with grades no lower than a C-) 15 s.h.

CMS04.200 Introduction to Communication Studies

CMS04.250 Communication Theory

CMS04.300 Ethical Issues in Human Communication

CMS04.350 Communication Studies Research Methods

CMS04.450 Seminar in Communication Studies

Communication Studies Specializations 12 s.h.

Select four courses from one of the following groups (must be completed with grades no lower than a C-):

Rhetoric/Cultural Criticism

CMS04.210 Mass Media and Their Influences

CMS04.270 Persuasion and Social Influence

CMS04.290 Rhetorical Theory

CMS04.310 Images of Gender in Popular Culture

CMS04.330 International Media Communication

CMS04.370 Political Communication

CMS04.375 Special Topics in Communication

CMS04.390 Rhetorical Criticism

Interpersonal/Organizational Communication

CMS04.220 Interpersonal Communication

CMS04.240 Small Group Communication

CMS04.260 Organizational Communication Theory and Research

CMS04.320 Communicating Gender

CMS04.340 Family Communication

CMS04.360 Intercultural Communication

CMS04.375 Special Topics in Communication

CMS04.380 Health Communication

Cross-Specializations Elective 3 s.h.

Each student will select and complete one course from the emphasis area in which they are NOT specializing in (with a

grade no lower than a C-).

Related Electives 9 s.h.

Select three (3) courses from the following group:

CMS04.210 Mass Media and Their Influences

CMS04.215 Fiction & Film

CMS04.220 Interpersonal Communication

CMS04.225 Semantics

CMS04.240 Small Group Communication

CMS04.260 Organizational Communication Theory and Research

CMS04.270 Persuasion and Social Influence

CMS04.290 Rhetorical Theory

CMS04.305 Advanced Public Speaking

CMS04.310 Images of Gender in Popular Culture

CMS04.320 Communicating Gender

CMS04.325 Linguistics

CMS04.335 Intro to Survey Research

CMS04.340 Family Communication

CMS04.345 Argumentation and Debate

CMS04.355 Field Exp I

CMS04.356 Field Exp II

CMS04.357 Field Exp III

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CMS04.360 Intercultural Communication

CMS04.365 Practicum

CMS04.375 Special Topics in Communication

CMS04.380 Health Communication

CMS04.390 Rhetorical Criticism

CMS04.330 International Media Communication

CMS04.370 Political Communication

ADV04.330 Intro to Advertising

JRN02.335 Media Law

PR06.350 Intro to Public Relations

RTF03.205 TV History and Appreciation

RTF03.220 The TV Industry

RTF03.270 Film History and Appreciation I

RTF03.271 Film History and Appreciation II

RTF03.272 Images of Women in Film

PR99.362 Public Opinion

WA01.400 Writing for the Workplace

Other Requirements

• Psychology Course

• Economics or Political Science Course

• Total of 3 Math/Science Courses

• Total of 4 History/Humanities/Language Courses

• Sociology Course

• History or Philosophy Course

• Total of four (4) Social & Behavioral Science Courses

Free Electives 39 s.h.

Total Credits in Program 120 s.h.

MINOR IN COMMUNICATION STUDIES

Required Core 6 s.h.

All Communication Studies minors should complete the following two courses (with grades no lower than a C-):

CMS04.200 Introduction to Communication Studies

CMS04.250 Communication Theory

Communication Studies Specialization Selections 12 s.h.

Each student will complete 4 courses within the specializations, with at least one course in each (with grades no lower than a

C-):

Rhetoric/Cultural Criticism

CMS04.210 Mass Media and Their Influences

CMS04.270 Persuasion and Social Influence

CMS04.290 Rhetorical Theory

CMS04.310 Images of Gender in Popular Culture

CMS04.330 International Media Communication

CMS04.370 Political Communication

CMS04.375 Special Topics in Communication

CMS04.390 Rhetorical Criticism

Interpersonal/Organizational Communication

CMS04.220 Interpersonal Communication

CMS04.240 Small Group Communication

CMS04.260 Organizational Communication Theory and Research

CMS04.320 Communicating Gender

CMS04.340 Family Communication

CMS04.360 Intercultural Communication

CMS04.375 Special Topics in Communication

CMS04.380 Health Communication

Department of Journalism

Claudia Cuddy, Chair

Bozorth Hall

856.256.5414

[email protected]

The Department of Journalism houses the Journalism major and minor.

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BACHELOR OF ARTS IN JOURNALISM

The Bachelor of Arts in Journalism prepares students for a variety of career opportunities in print journalism, broadcast

journalism, online journalism and editing/publishing.

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirements as described on page 50

Core Courses Required 21 s.h.

JRN02.205 Journalism Principles and Practices

JRN02.310 News Reporting I

JRN02.319 Media Ethics

JRN02.318 Enterprise Journalism

JRN02.335 Media Law

JRN02.321 Online Journalism I

JRN02.410 Problems in Contemporary Journalism

Sequences 12 s.h.

(Each student must choose at least one sequence.)

Print Journalism

JRN02.311 News Reporting II

JRN02.312 Feature Writing

JRN02.411 Copy Editing

JRN02.317 Publication Layout and Design

Broadcast Journalism

JRN02.341 Broadcast News Writing

JRN02.307 On-Camera Field Reporting (Fall)

JRN02.356 Journalism Internship I, II or III

JRN02.305 Broadcast Journalism: TV Newscast (Spring)

Online Journalism

JRN02.311 News Reporting II

JRN02.317 Publication Layout and Design

JRN02.325 Online Journalism II

JRN02.314 Photojournalism

Editing and Publishing

JRN02.411 Copy Editing

JRN02.317 Publication Layout and Design

JRN02.425 Advanced Publication Layout

JRN02.332 The Publishing Industry (Spring)

Related Electives 6 s.h.

(Each student must take 2 courses from this list)

JRN02.425 Advanced Publication Layout

JRN02.320 Broadcast Journalism: Radio

JRN02.305 Broadcast Journalism: TV Newscast

JRN02.341 Broadcast News Writing

CMS04.250 Communication Theory

JRN02.411 Copy Editing

JRN02.356 Journalism Internship I

JRN02.358 Journalism Internship II

JRN02.359 Journalism Internship III

JRN02.355 Journalism Practicum I

JRN02.357 Journalism Practicum II

JRN02.313 Magazine Article Writing

JRN02.420 Newspaper Laboratory

JRN02.312 Feature Writing

JRN02.311 News Reporting II

JRN02.307 On-Camera Field Reporting

JRN02.325 Online Journalism II

JRN02.314 Photojournalism

JRN02.317 Publication Layout and Design

PR06.354 The Impact of PR on the News

JRN02.332 The Publishing Industry

RTF03.220 The Television Industry

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RTF03.222 TV Production I

JRN02.361 Sports Journalism I

JRN02.362 Sports Journalism II

Note: Only two courses may transfer in the major.

Free Electives 39 s.h.

Try to use at least 12 s.h. to build an area of expertise relevant to your program. These free electives can also be used to build

a minor from another program.

MINOR IN JOURNALISM

Claudia Cuddy, Advisor

Bozorth Hall

856.256.5414

[email protected]

This program is designed to address the needs of students who wish to combine two areas of academic study into one

profession (such as business journalism or writing about the arts) or to increase their understanding of journalism from an

academic standpoint, an option that may be particularly useful for education majors.

The program consists of 18 credits, and students must complete College Composition I (COMP01.111) and College

Composition II (COMP01.112) and achieve an overall 2.5 GPA in order to be admitted to the minor.

Required Courses 9 s.h.

Note: Prerequisites are in parentheses "( )"

JRN02.205 Journalism Principles and Practices

JRN02.310 News Reporting I

JRN02.321 Online Journalism I

Electives: (choose three) 9 s.h.

JRN02.425 Advanced Publication Layout

JRN02.320 Broadcast Journalism: Radio

JRN02.305 Broadcast Journalism: TV Newscast (Spring)

JRN02.341 Broadcast News Writing

JRN02.335 Media Law

JRN02.411 Copy Editing

JRN02.313 Magazine Article Writing

JRN02.319 Media Ethics

JRN02.312 Feature Writing

JRN02.311 News Reporting II

JRN02.307 On-Camera Field Reporting (Fall)

JRN02.325 Online Journalism II

JRN02.314 Photojournalism

JRN02.410 Problems in Contemporary Journalism

JRN02.317 Publication Layout and Design

JRN02.332 The Publishing Industry (Spring)

JRN02.361 Sports Journalism I

JRN02.362 Sports Journalism II

JRN02.318 Enterprise Journalism

Substitution of one course NOT on the above list of electives may be made with the approval of the student's advisor.

Department of Public Relations and Advertising

Suzanne FitzGerald, Chair

Bozorth Hall

856.256.4265

[email protected]

The Public Relations & Advertising Department offers majors in public relations and advertising and a minor in advertising.

Core courses, such as Basic Public Relations Writing, offer students a solid foundation in communication, while upper-level

courses qualify students for a wide range of careers in public relations, advertising, and related fields.

The Department also offers a graduate program leading to a Master of Arts in Public Relations. The Department advises a

nationally acclaimed chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America and a student chapter of the American

Advertising Federation. Rowan University's Public Relations program was the 16th program in the country to receive CEPR

(Certified in Education for Public Relations) accreditation from the Public Relations Society of America.

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BACHELOR OF ARTS IN PUBLIC RELATIONS

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirements as described on page 50

Major Requirements 33 s.h.

CMS04.250 Communication Theory

PR06.310 Intro PR/Adv Research

PR06.350 Introduction to Public Relations

ADV04.330 Introduction to Advertising

PR06.301 Basic Public Relations Writing

PR06.305 Advanced Public Relations Writing

PR99.362 Public Opinion

JRN02.317 Publication Layout & Design

PR06.353 Case Studies in Public Relations (WI)(Fall)

PR06.454 PR Planning (WI)(Spring)

PR06.360 PR/Adv Internship I

or PR06.362 PR/Adv Internship II

Related Electives 6 s.h.

Select two courses from the following groups:

ADV04.360 Integrated Marketing Communication

ADV04.432 Media Planning

JRN02.335 Media Law

JRN02.319 Media Ethics

CMS04.210 Mass Media

PR06.354 Impact of PR on the News

PR06.359 PR Practicum

PR06.362 PR/Adv Field Exp II

PR06.364 PR/Adv Field Exp III

CMS04.380 Health Communication

CMS04.370 Political Communication

MGT06.300 Organizational Behavior

CMS04.240 Small Group Communication

JRN02.310 News Reporting I

JRN02.313 Magazine Article Writing

JRN02.312 Feature Writing

CMS04.270 Persuasion and Social Influence

RTF03.220 The Television Industry

Other Requirements

• Total of three (3) Math/Science courses

• Total of four (4) History/Humanities/Language/Literature courses (must include a History or Philosophy course, must

include one Literature)

• Total of four (4) Social & Behavioral Science courses (one must be a Phychology, one must be Sociology and one must

be a Political Science or economics course)

Free Electives 39 s.h.

Total Credits in Program 120 s.h.

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN ADVERTISING

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirements as described on page 50

Major Requirements 36 s.h.

CMS04.250 Communication Theory

ADV04.330 Introduction to Advertising

PR06.350 Introduction to Public Relations

PR06.310 Intro PR/Adv Research

JRN02.317 Publication Layout & Design

ADV04.360 Integrated Marketing Communication

ADV04.432 Media Planning

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ADV04.352 Advertising Strategies (Fall)

ADV04.434 Advertising Campaigns (Spring)

PR06.360 PR/Adv Internship I

or PR06.362 PR/Adv Internship II

Related Electives 3 s.h.

JRN02.335 Media Law

JRN02.319 Media Ethics

CMS04.210 Mass Media

PR06.354 Impact of PR on the News

ADV04.355 Advertising Practicum

PR06.362 PR/Adv Field Experience II

PR06.364 PR/Adv Field Experience III

CMS04.380 Health Communication

CMS04.370 Political Communication

MGT06.300 Organizational Behavior

CMS04.240 Small Group Communication

JRN02.310 News Reporting I

JRN02.313 Magazine Article Writing

JRN02.312 Feature Writing

CMS04.270 Persuasion and Social Influence

RTF03.220 The Television Industry

Other Requirements

• Total of three (3) Math/Science courses

• Total of four (4) History/Humanities/Language/Literature courses (must include a History or Philosophy course, must

include one Literature course)

• Total of four (4) Social & Behavioral Science courses (one must be Psychology, one must be Sociology and one must be

Political Science or Economics course)

Free Electives 39 s.h.

Total Credits in Program 120 s.h.

MINOR IN ADVERTISING

Requirements 18 s.h.

ADV04.330 Intro to Advertising

ADV04.331 Print Media Copywriting

ADV04.430 Electronic Media Copywriting

PR06.310 Intro PR/Adv Research

ADV04.360 Integrated Marketing Communication

ADV04.432 Media Planning

Department of Radio, Television and Film

Joseph Bierman, Chair

Bozorth Hall

856.256.4289

[email protected]

The Department offers a Bachelor of Arts in Radio, Television and Film that prepares students for career opportunities in

traditional and emerging media industries by covering a wide range of topics, including media production, business, history,

and aesthetics. Students can select from two specializations within the major. The RTF Production Specialization

emphasizes media writing and production skills, while the RTF Critical Studies Specialization emphasizes writing and

research skills. Both specializations include a broad exploration of the history, business practice, and aesthetics of the

media. Students completing either specialization receive a broad-based liberal arts education and a strong preparation for

either media production or critical studies-related careers.

Outside of the classroom, learning continues as students are engaged in student clubs and organizations, including Cinema

Workshop (16mm and digital filmmaking), The Rowan Television Network (the University's Cable Channel), and

WGLS-FM (the University's radio station). In addition, the department offers juniors and seniors an extensive internship

program that includes internships at businesses in the Philadelphia, New Jersey, and the New York Metropolitan areas.

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN RADIO, TELEVISION AND FILM WITH PRODUCTION SPECIALIZATION

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirements as described on page 50

Major Requirements 24 s.h.

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RTF03.275 Applied Media Aesthetics

RTF03.224 Sound Communication

RTF03.270 Film History and Appreciation I

RTF03.205 TV History and Appreciation

RTF03.370 Film Production I

RTF03.222 TV Production I

Plus two of the following:

RTF03.220 The Television Industry

RTF03.221 The Radio Industry

RTF03.273 The Movie Industry

Related Electives 15 s.h.

GROUP I: Three (3) credits from among the following should be courses in communication, business, or management,

which will augment the broadcasting experience. Such courses may include, but are not limited to:

HRM06.302 Management of Human Resources

MKT09.200 Principles of Marketing

ADV04.330 Introduction to Advertising

ADV04.432 Media Planning

PR06.350 Intro to Public Relations

JRN02.335 Media Law

CMS04.270 Persuasion and Social Influence

GROUP II: Six (6) credits from among the following should be courses in which the primary emphasis is on writing. Such

courses may include, but are not limited to:

JRN02.210 Journalistic Writing

JRN02.313 Magazine Article Writing

JRN02.320 Broadcast Journalism: Radio

JRN02.305 Broadcast Journalism: TV

RTF03.393 Film Scenario Writing WI

RTF03.433 TV Program Packaging WI

CRWR07.290 Creative Writing I

CRWR07.291 Creative Writing II

WA01.304 Writing with Style WI

WA01.400 Writing for the Workplace WI

GROUP III: Six (6) credits from among the following courses in techniques, advanced production, or professional

experience. Such courses may include, but are not limited to:

JRN02.314 Photojournalism

RTF03.350 RTF Studio Practicum

RTF03.351 RTF Field Experience I

RTF03.352 RTF Field Experience II

RTF03.353 RTF Field Experience III

RTF03.271 Film History and Appreciation II

RTF03.272 Images of Women in Film

RTF03.371 Film Production II

RTF03.372 American Film Directors

RTF03.294 Contemporary International Cinema

RTF03.470 Advanced Film Production

RTF03.471 Techniques in Documentary Films

RTF03.321 TV Production II

RTF03.331 Radio Broadcasting II

RTF03.335 A/V Production Systems

RTF03.450 Television Documentary and Field Production

CMS04.215 Fiction to Film

RTF03.393 Film Scenario Writing WI

RTF03.433 TV Program Packaging WI

RTF03.420 Current Issues in Electronic Media

RTF03.295 Intro to New Media

RTF03.394 New Media Production

RTF03.280 African American Film History

RTF03.380 Acting for the Camera

Other Requirements

• Psychology Course

• Economics or Political Science course

• Total of three (3) Math/Science courses

• Total of four (4) History/Humanities/Language courses

• Sociology course

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• History or Philosophy course

• Total of four (4) Social & Behavioral Science courses

Free Electives 39 s.h.

Total Credits in Program 120-121 s.h.

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General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirements as described on page 50

Major Requirements 24 s.h.

RTF03.205 TV History and Appreciation

RTF03.270 Film History and Appreciation I

RTF03.275 Applied Media Aesthetics

RTF03.340 Radio/TV/Film Research and Criticism

RTF03.420 Current Issues in Electronic Media

RTF03.220 The Television Industry

RTF03.221 The Radio Industry

RTF03.273 The Movie Industry

Specialized Electives 12 s.h.

GROUP I (choose two, Writing - 6 s.h.) Courses may include but are not limited to:

JRN02.313 Magazine Article Writing

JRN02.210 Journalistic Writing

PR06.301 Basic P.R. Writing

RTF03.393 Film Scenario WI

RTF03.433 TV Program Packaging WI

CRWR07.290 Creative Writing I

CRWR07.291 Creative Writing II

WA01.400 Writing for the Workplace WI

WA01.304 Writing With Style WI

GROUP II (choose two, History, Theory & Criticism - 6 s.h.) Courses may include, but are not limited to):

CMS04.405 Independent Study in Communication

CMS04.270 Persuasion and Social Influence

RTF03.272 Images of Women in Film

RTF03.295 Intro to New Media

RTF03.350 RTF Studio Practicum

RTF03.351 RTF Field Experience I

RTF03.352 RTF Field Experience II

RTF03.353 RTF Field Experience III

RTF03.372 American Film Directors

RTF03.394 New Media Production

RTF01.402 Special Topics in Radio/TV/Film

CMS04.215 Fiction to Film

RTF03.271 Film History and Appreciation II

RTF03.280 African American Film History

RTF03.294 Contemporary International Cinema

Other Requirements

• Psychology course

• Economics or Political Science course

• Total of three (3) Math/Science courses

• Total of four (4) History/Humanities/Language courses

• Sociology course

• History or Philosophy course

• Total of four (4) Social & Behavioral Science courses

Free Electives 42 s.h.

Total Credits in Program 120-121 s.h.

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Department of Writing Arts

Jeffrey Maxson, Chair

Hawthorn Hall

856.256.4106

[email protected]

The Department of Writing Arts offers a variety of curricula, ranging from the First-Year Writing program to a Master of

Arts in Writing. The department's Bachelor of Arts in Writing Arts provides those with an interest in writing to pursue a

34-credit degree program, either as a primary or dual major. The latter includes many who double major in Elementary

Education or Early Childhood Education. In addition, the Department offers an accelerated BA/MA, a concentration in

Creative Writing, a minor in Writing Arts, and a Liberal Studies Program B Sequence in Writing Arts. More information on

all the programs is available at http://www.rowan.edu/writingarts

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN WRITING ARTS

The Writing Arts major provides broad-based study and practice in written communication, drawing on the disciplinary

strengths of the College of Communication and from departments across the University. Writing Arts offers students

intensive experience in a variety of writing forms, creative and expository, personal and public. Students learn how writers

compose in print and new media forms and how audiences react to their writing. In classroom workshops and peer response

groups, through lecture and discussion, and after creating and composing multiple drafts and revisions, students develop

sensitivity to rhetorical considerations of audience, purpose, and text. Through these diverse experiences, students are

prepared for success in a wide variety of writing settings beyond the University.

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirements as described on page 50

Non-Program Courses 15 s.h.

Major Requirements 16 s.h.

CMS04.250 Communication Theory

WA07.200 Introduction to Writing Arts

WA01.401 The Writer's Mind

WA01.301 Writing, Research, and Technology

WA01.405 Evaluating Writing

WA07.450 Writing Arts Portfolio Seminar

Related Electives 18 s.h.

Elements of Language (select 1)

CMS04.325 Linguistics

CMS03.581 Psycholinguistics

CMS04.225 Semantics (30 s.h)

ENGL05.301 American English Grammar

ANTH02.250 Intro to Anthropological Linguistics

Creative Writing (select 1 plus 2 from this or the following cluster)

CRWR07.290 Creative Writing

CRWR07.291 Creative Writing II

CRWR07.309 Writing Children's Stories

CRWR07.391 Fiction Writing

CRWR07.395 Writing Poetry

RTF03.393 Film Scenario Writing

WA01.304 Writing with Style

Writing in the Professions (select 1 plus 2 from this or the previous cluster)

WA01.302 Intro to Technical Writing

WA01.400 Writing for the Workplace

JRN02.312 Magazine Article Writing

WA07.410 Tutoring Writing

JRN02.317 Publication Layout and Design

PR06.350 Introduction to Public Relations

or ADV04.330 Introduction to Advertising

or JRN02.210 Journalistic Writing

Culture and Communication (select 1)

CMS04.210 Mass Media and Their Influences

CMS04.215 Fiction to Film

CMS04.290 Rhetorical Theory

RTF03.270 Film History and Appreciation I

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RTF03.271 Film History and Appreciation II

READ30.120 Literacies in Today's World

ANTH02.321 Cultural Ecology

PHIL09.310 Aesthetics

PHIL09.370 Epistemology

Other Requirements

• Psychology Course

• Total of three (3) Math/Science Courses

• Total of four (4) History/Humanities/Language Courses

• Sociology Course

• History or Philosophy Course

• Total of four (4) Social & Behavioral Science Courses

Free Electives 45 s.h.

Total 121-122 s.h.

MINOR IN WRITING ARTS

No matter what field one is preparing for, writing is likely to be integral to success within that area. The minor in Writing

Arts provides interested students the opportunity to focus on improving their own writing and helping them to better

understand and evaluate writing. Doing so complements interests in other areas and enhances one's ability to communicate

in a variety of subject areas.

The twenty-two hour minor in Writing Arts provides a streamlined version of the major in Writing Arts. Students complete

most of the same required courses and other courses that parallel our related electives offerings.

Required 13 s.h.

All courses are 3 s.h., except for Portfolio Seminar, which is 1 s.h.

Total 121-122 s.h.

Introductory Level Course 3 s.h.

WA07.200 Introduction to Writing Arts

Advanced Level Courses 6 s.h.

WA01.401 The Writer's Mind

WA01.301 Writing, Research, & Technology

Senior Level Capstone Courses 4 s.h.

WA07.450 Senior Seminar: Evaluating Writing

WA01.405 Portfolio Seminar

Electives 9 s.h.

Choose one 3 s.h.

CRWR07.290 Creative Writing I

CRWR07.309 Writing Children's Stories

Choose any two 6 s.h.

CRWR07.290 Creative Writing I, if not taken above

CRWR07.309 Writing Children's Stories, if not taken above

CRWR07.291 Creative Writing II

CRWR07.391 Writing Fiction

CRWR07.395 Writing Poetry

RTF03.393 Film Scenario Writing

WA01.304 Writing with Style

CMS04.325 Linguistics

ENGL02.301 American English Grammar

WA01.302 Intro to Technical Writing

WA01.400 Writing for the Workplace

JRN02.312 Magazine Article Writing

WA07.410 Tutoring Writing

ACCELERATED BA IN WRITING ARTS/MA IN WRITING

The accelerated BA in Writing Arts/MA in Writing allows exceptional, highly motivated students to complete the

department's bachelors and masters degrees in five years rather than the normal six. In this "4+1" program, students begin

taking graduate courses during their senior year, advancing their graduate studies while still at the undergraduate level and

while paying undergraduate tuition and fees. Some graduate courses are applied to the undergraduate requirements under

this dual degree program.

Application procedures and further information are available at: http://www.rowan.edu/writingarts

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CREATIVE WRITING CONCENTRATION

The Writing Arts Department at Rowan University offers a program of study in creative writing leading to a concentration.

To qualify for the concentration, students must complete 18 hours of approved course work selected from a variety of

courses in the writing of poetry, fiction, plays, television and film scenarios, and children's stories. The sequence begins with

the introductory courses, Creative Writing I and Creative Writing II, which provide a basic knowledge of the techniques

involved in crafting poems, short stories, and plays. Students need at least a B in these courses to pursue a concentration.

After completing the introductory courses, students are required to consult with an advisor who will help them design the

rest of their concentration. Students who do not wish a formal concentration but who are interested in developing as writers

are also invited to take courses in the Creative Writing Program.

Once enrolled in the Creative Writing Concentration, students can look forward to these goals and achievements:

• Creation of a manuscript of original work

• Increased awareness of the various modes of literary expression

• More sophisticated appreciation of the craft of writing

• Greater sensitivity to language and its powers

• Deepened understanding of the relationship among the writer, the audience, and the work

• A more definite sense of students' own literary voice and style

In addition to Creative Writing I and II, students must complete four additional courses from those listed under the

concentration. These courses must be selected in consultation with an advisor. An advisor must attest that the

concentration has been completed before it will be listed on a transcript. In addition to taking courses, students develop as

writers from working closely with advisors. The course section of this catalog lists prerequisites.

Creative Writing Concentration Requirements

To complete the Concentration in Creative Writing, students must complete 18 hours of coursework selected from the

following list:

CRWR07.290 Creative Writing I

CRWR07.291 Creative Writing II

CRWR07.309 Writing Children's Stories

CRWR07.391 Writing Fiction

RTF03.393 Film Scenario Writing

CRWR07.395 Writing Poetry

WA01.320 Field Experience in Writing Arts

JRN02.313 Magazine Article Writing

WA01.401 The Writer's Mind

It is also possible for students to take the following graduate classes in creative writing in accordance with the senior

privilege policy: (graduate course descriptions can be viewed in the graduate catalog)

MAWR02.505 Poetry Workshop

MAWR01.558 Fiction Workshop

MAWR02.505 Writing the Novel

MAWR02.523 Writing the Memoir

MAWR02.515 Creative Non-fiction Workshop

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College of Communication

College of Education

Carol Sharp, Dean

Education Hall

856.256.4750

[email protected]

Jill A. Perry, Associate Dean

Education Hall

856.256.4753

[email protected]

Steven C. Farney, Assistant Dean

Education Hall

856.256.4754

[email protected]

Mission

The College of Education's primary mission is to ensure that faculty and undergraduate and graduate candidates develop the

knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to foster academic achievement, social responsibility, personal responsibility and

social justice in themselves so that they can, in turn, facilitate high achievement in P-16 learners. Our programs provide an

intellectually rigorous and challenging environment for all candidates. Built upon a liberal education, the College's programs

combine the study of research, theory, and wisdom of practice in diverse settings with a variety of opportunities to apply

knowledge, skills and dispositions to practice.

Goals

Rowan University has an historic and unwavering commitment to prepare educators who will demonstrate the knowledge,

skills, and dispositions indicative of the potential for outstanding success in their future professional careers. "The Learning

Community in Action" is the conceptual framework for all programs in the College of Education at Rowan University.

Therefore, the College of Education strives to model learning community principles for both initial and advanced

candidates who will in turn create learning communities in their professional positions. Candidate performances are

measured according to the knowledge, skills and dispositions defined in the Conceptual Framework as developed in

response to the appropriate national and/or state standards.

Programs Offered

Bachelor's degree programs are available in Collaborative Education (Co-Teach), Health and Exercise Science (Athletic

Training and Health Promotion Fitness Management), and the BA in Education (Early Childhood Education, Elementary

Education, Subject-Matter Education, and Health and Physical Education).

In addition, the College of Education offers non-degree teacher certification programs in Reading, and Teacher of Students

with Disabilities (Special Education) and numerous graduate programs.

Accreditation

Rowan University's teacher education program, one of the largest and most comprehensive in New Jersey and in the nation,

has been accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) since 1956. In addition,

College of Education programs have received National Recognition from the following professional organizations that are

aligned with NCATE:

• AAHPERD/NASPE American Alliance for Health Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance/National Association

for Sport and Physical Education.

• ACEI Association for Childhood Education International

• ACTFL American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages

• ALA / AASL American Library Association/ American Association of School Librarians

• CEC Council for Exceptional Children

• ELCC Educational Leadership Constituent Council

• IRA International Reading Association

• NAEYC National Association for the Education of Young Children

• NCSS National Council for the Social Studies

• NCTE National Council of Teachers of English

• NCTM National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

• NSTA National Science Teachers Association

Moreover, the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredits the college's

athletic training program.

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Admission, Retention and Eligibility for Teacher Certification

Admission to Rowan University does not guarantee admission as a teacher certification candidate. Students desiring

admission as a teacher certification candidate must file an application. Applications are completed and filed with the

certifying department as part of the requirements of the sophomore field experience course. They are reviewed first by the

academic advisors and then by the academic department. Students are notified of their acceptance at the beginning of their

junior year. The same process applies to two-year transfer students, but is generally compressed to take place in the fall

semester of the junior year.

This outline describes the minimum college requirements. Students should check with their certifying department for

specific expectations, departmental requirements and standards.

Departments

The College of Education is composed of six (6) academic departments. They include:

• Educational Leadership

• Foundations of Education

• Health and Exercise Science

• Reading

• Special Educational Services/Instruction

• Teacher Education

Support Services

In addition to the academic departments, the College of Education houses several offices that support the academic

program including:

The Student Services Center

The Student Services Center houses the Office of Field Experiences, Undergraduate and Graduate Academic Advisors, and

the Office of Certification. The staff members in these offices facilitate the placement of all students requiring field

experiences in a school or clinical setting, assist students with the completion of their requirements for graduation, and

certification application.

The Thomas E. Robinson Beginning Teacher Induction Center (BTIC) is located in the College of Professional and

Continuing Education. The BTIC offers support services for beginning teachers via seminars, workshops, clinics, a

newsletter, mentor training, and individualized problem solving. BTIC professional development opportunities provide a

link between preservice and inservice teacher education. Novice teachers have opportunities to interact with field-based

practitioners and to network with novice teachers from the eight counties of Southern New Jersey.

The John J. Schaub Instructional Technology Center consists of a Computer Laboratory and an Instructional Materials

Laboratory. The Center provides facilities, technology, materials and training in the four areas of Instructional Technology:

print technology, audio-visual technology, computer technology, and integrated technology. It is the primary instructional

technology resource and training facility for students and faculty in the College of Education.

Department of Educational Leadership

James Coaxum III, Chair

Education Hall

856.256.4702

[email protected]

The Department of Educational Leadership offers no undergraduate degree programs. It offers graduate-level programs for

those who aspire to careers in public school administration. Specialized programs are available for the preparation and

certification of elementary and secondary school principals, vice principals, assistant superintendents, supervisors, directors,

and department chairpersons as well as school business administrators. In addition, the department offers a Master of Arts

degree in Higher Education for those desiring preparation for a professional career in higher education, and a Doctor of

Education in Educational Leadership for individuals preparing for executive leadership positions in schools and colleges.

The department also houses the undergraduate concentration in Leadership Studies which can be found under

Interdisciplinary Concentrations. Students who wish more information on the programs and courses offered by the

Department of Educational Leadership are advised to contact the department office.

Department of Foundations of Education

The Department of Foundations of Education has three missions:

1. To offer the required foundations of education courses that provide a basis for all teacher education programs in the

College of Education

2. To offer graduate courses in the area of curriculum to support various graduate programs in the College of Education

3. To offer a Certificate of Graduate Study in Educational Technology, which can be used as a component of the M.Ed.

in Teacher Leadership

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Department of Health and Exercise Science

Peter Rattigan, Chair

Education Hall

856.256.4500 x3766

[email protected]

The Department of Health and Exercise Science prepares professionals who can assume leadership roles in school,

community, medical and corporate settings. Student majors are persons interested in working with people of varying ages in

the areas of health, wellness, human movement, exercise science, physical education, sports medicine and athletic training.

Career opportunities include: teaching health and physical education (Pre-K-12) in public and private school environments;

managing health promotion programs in community, corporate and medical settings, coaching school and recreational

athletic teams; and working in sports medicine and allied health care settings.

The Department of Health and Exercise Science offers undergraduate majors in three related fields:

Bachelors of Arts in Education with Specialization in Teacher Certification in Health and Physical Education (129

s.h.) prepares teacher candidates for positions from preschool through high school. This nationally accredited program

combines instruction in both Health Education and Physical Education. Successful candidates become dually certified

Pre-K-12 Health and Physical Education teachers by the New Jersey State Department of Education.

Bachelors of Arts in Health and Exercise Science (122 s.h.) offers a major in Health Promotion/Fitness Management.

Health Promotion/Fitness Management students often go on to work in private fitness facilities, Corporate Health and

Wellness Centers, private and non-profit community and public health programs.

The Bachelors of Science in Athletic Training (125 s.h.) is a nationally accredited program which prepares students to

become Certified Athletic Trainers. Successful graduates go on to work as Athletic Trainers in various professional settings

including public schools, collegiate, medical centers, industrial, military and professional sport settings.

All students complete a bank of courses in General Education, a Health and Exercise Science Core and an academic

specialization or major. The upper-level specialization courses are specific and unique to the professional preparation of the

student. The number of semester hours vary for each specialization as indicated above.

The Department has a two-level admission and retention policy. Students seeking admission into Health and Exercise

Science programs (Transfer = 2.5 GPA) must meet the admission standards established for all Rowan University students. In

order to be admitted into and continue with any major a student must demonstrate an above-average academic ability and

be involved in professional-related activities. Each of the three majors offered within the department provide students with

numerous experiences and opportunities to grow professionally.

The philosophy of the department is to extend the classroom knowledge and theory into field experience settings. Students

in the Health and Physical Education Teacher Certification major complete field experiences in both urban and rural

settings at different educational levels to include children with special needs. Health Promotion and Fitness Management

internships are completed in corporate wellness facilities, community health agencies, and hospital-based wellness and

rehabilitation centers. Student Athletic Trainers work with on-campus, high school and professional sport teams.

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN EDUCATION, SPECIALIZATION IN HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Melvin Pinckney, Advisor

Education Hall

856.256.4576

[email protected]

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience Requirements as described on page 50

Required Courses

To complete the program, students must have a minimum of 2.75 overall GPA, 3.0 GPA in the specialization, successfully

complete the Praxis I exam and the Health and Physical Education Praxis II exam. No grades less than a C - will be counted

toward graduation.

STAT02.100 Elementary Statistics I 3 s.h.

INAR06.200 Basic Nutrition 3 s.h.

HLTH37.327 Consumer Health Decisions 3 s.h.

PHED35.109 Adventure/Experiential Learning 2 s.h.

SOC08.120 Introduction to Sociology 3 s.h.

PSY09.209 Child Development 3 s.h.

or PSY09.210 Adolescent Development

PSY01.107 Essential Psychology 3 s.h.

PHYS02.150 Physics 4 s.h.

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or BIOL01.113 General Biol Human Focus

or CHEM05.102 Chemistry of Everyday Life

THD08.135 Elements of Dance 3 s.h.

EDUC01.270 Teaching in Learning Communities I 2/3 s.h.

PHED35.286 Teaching in Learning Communities II 2/3 s.h.

READ30.280 Teaching Reading and Writing in the Content Areas 3 s.h.

FNDS21.150 History of American Education 3 s.h.

SPED08.130 Human Exceptionalities 3 s.h.

FNDS21.230 Characteristics of Knowledge Acquisition 3 s.h.

PHED35.315 Teaching Concepts of Dance in Physical Education 3 s.h.

PHED35.228 Rhythmic Activities & Forms 3 s.h.

PHED35.116 Safety, First Aid BSC UNDR of Athletic Injury 3 s.h.

PHED35.272 Technology & Assessment HES 3 s.h.

PHED35.241 Structure Function I Human Body 3 s.h.

PHED35.242 Structure Function II Human Body 3 s.h.

PHED35.245 Motor Development and Motor Learning 3 s.h.

PHED35.343 Kinesiology 3 s.h.

PHED35.344 Exercise Physiology 3 s.h.

PHED35.320 Teaching Concepts Secondary Physical Education II 3 s.h.

PHED35.255 Foundations of Fitness 3 s.h.

PHED35.310 Teaching Concepts of Secondary Physical Education I 3 s.h.

HLTH37.325 Teaching Concepts HED I 3 s.h.

HLTH37.326 Teaching Concepts HED II 3 s.h.

HLTH37.453 School Health Program Planning 2 s.h.

PHED35.336 Teaching Concepts Elementary PE 3 s.h.

PHED35.452 Teaching Concepts of Adapted PE 3 s.h.

PHED35.450 K-12 Curriculum/Instruction 3 s.h.

PHED35.392 Practicum A HPE 1 s.h.

PHED35.392 Practicum B HPE 1 s.h.

PHED35.461 Clinical Practice Secondary HPE 5 s.h.

PHED35.460 Clinical Practice Elementary HPE 5 s.h.

PHED35.465 Clinical Practice Seminar in HPE 5 s.h.

Total Semester Hours 129 s.h.

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN HEALTH & EXERCISE SCIENCE:HEALTH PROMOTION & FITNESS

MANAGEMENT SPECIALIZATION

Dr. Leslie Spencer, Program Coordinator

Education Hall

856.256.4500 ext 3761

[email protected]

Melvin Pinckney, Advisor

Education Hall

856.256.4576

[email protected]

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience Requirements as described on page 50

Required Courses

To complete the program, students must have a minimum of 2.75 overall GPA, 3.0 GPA in the specialization, successfully

complete the Praxis I exam. No grades less than a C- will be counted toward graduation.

PHYS02.150 Physics 4 s.h.

or BIOL01.113 General Biol Human Focus

or CHEM05.102 Chemistry of Everyday Life

HLTH37.327 Consumer Health Decisions 3 s.h.

HLTH37.192 Contemporary Health I 3 s.h.

HLTH37.193 Contemporary Health II 3 s.h.

PHED35.241 Structure/Function I or Anatomy & Physiology I 3/4 s.h.

PHED35.242 Structure/Function II or Anatomy & Physiology II 3/4 s.h.

PHED35.343 Kinesiology 3 s.h.

PHED35.116 Safety, First Aid BSC UNDR of Athletic Injury 3 s.h.

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PHED35.272 Technology & Assessment HES 3 s.h.

HLTH37.310 Foundations Health Promotion & Fitness Management 3 s.h.

HLTH37.170 Stress Management 3 s.h.

HLTH37.350 Health Behavior 3 s.h.

INAR06.200 Basic Nutrition 3 s.h.

INAR06.415 Nutrition for Fitness 3 s.h.

orINAR06.420 Contemporary Issues in Nutrition 3 s.h.

HLTH37.340 Administration Health Promotion & Fitness Management 3 s.h.

PHED35.345 Exercise Physiology with Lab 4 s.h.

HLTH37.329 Lab/Personal Training Technology 1 s.h.

PHED35.401 Exercise Prescription 3 s.h.

PHED35.412 Exercise For Special Population 3 s.h.

HLTH37.340 Practicum in Health Promotion & Fitness Management 3 s.h.

HLTH37.483 Field Experience Internship Health Promotion & Fitness Management 9 s.h.

*Students are strongly encouraged to complete a minor or concentration using General Education and Free Electives.

Recommended minors include Business, Dance, Speech Communication, Computer Science, Foreign Language and

Psychology. Recommended concentrations include Pre-medicine, International Studies, Women's Studies, Leadership and

Honors.

Total Semester Hours 122 s.h.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ATHLETIC TRAINING

Robert L. Sterner, Program Coordinator and Advisor

Education Hall

856.256.4500x3767

[email protected]

The Athletic Training Educational Program at Rowan University is a rigorous and intense program that places specific

requirements and demands on the students enrolled in the program. An objective of this program is to prepare graduates to

enter a variety of employment settings and to render care to a wide spectrum of individuals engaged in physical activity. The

technical standards set forth by the Athletic Training Educational Program establish the essential qualities considered

necessary for students admitted to this program to achieve the knowledge, skills, and competencies of an entry-level

certified athletic trainer, as well as meet the expectations for the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training

Education [CAATE].

The following abilities and expectations must be met by all students admitted to the Athletic Training Education Program.

In the event a student is unable to fulfill these technical standards, with or without reasonable accommodation, the student

will not be admitted into the program.

Compliance with the program's technical standards does not guarantee a student's eligibility for Athletic Training

Education Program or the Board of Certification (BOC, Inc.) exam.

Candidates for selection to the Athletic Training Educational Program must demonstrate:

1. The capacity to assimilate, analyze, synthesize, integrate concepts and problem solve to formulate assessment and

therapeutic judgments and to be able to distinguish deviations from the norm

2. Sufficient postural and neuromuscular control, sensory function, and coordination to perform appropriate physical

examinations using accepted techniques; and accurately, safely and efficiently use equipment and materials during the

assessment and treatment of patients

3. The ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with patients and colleagues, including individuals from

different cultural and social backgrounds; this includes, but is not limited to, the ability to establish rapport with

patients and communicate judgments and treatment information effectively. Students must be able to understand and

speak the English language at a level consistent with competent professional practice

4. The ability to record the physical examination results and a treatment plan clearly and accurately

5. The capacity to maintain composure and continue to function well during periods of high stress

6. The perseverance, diligence and commitment to complete the athletic training education program as outlined and

sequenced

7. Flexibility and the ability to adjust to changing situations and uncertainty in clinical situations

8. Affective skills and appropriate demeanor and rapport that relate to professional education and quality patient care

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience Requirements as described on page 50

Required Courses

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To complete the program, students must have a minimum of 2.5 overall GPA, 2.75 GPA in Health and Exercise Science core,

and 3.0 GPA in the Athletic Training major. No grades less than a C in any Athletic Training course and no grade lower than

C- in any other course will be counted toward graduation. Please see the following links for more information:

Pre-requisites for Application to the Athletic Training Education Program's Professional Phase

Professional Phase Application Procedures

Final Acceptance Criteria for Professional Phase Application

Athletic Training Education Program's Retention Criteria

Athletic Training Education Program's Exit (Graduation) Requirements

Please follow Rowan University transfer policy when applying for acceptance to Rowan University. Once accepted into

Rowan University, the Athletic Training Education Program has an additional transfer policy. Please refer to the following:

Athletic Training Education Program's Transfer Policy

STAT02.100 Elementary Statistics 3 s.h.

PSY01.107 Essentials of Psychology 3 s.h.

PSY09.210 Adolescent Development 3 s.h.

PHYS02.150 Physics 4 s.h.

BIOL01.113 General Bio Human Focus 4 s.h.

HLTH37.192 Contemporary Health I 3 s.h.

HLTH37.193 Contemporary Health II 3 s.h.

PHED35.341 Anatomy and Physiology I 4 s.h.

PHED35.450 Anatomy and Physiology II 4 s.h.

PHED35.347 Applied Biomechanics 3 s.h.

PHED35.116 Safety, First Aid BSC UNDR of Athletic Injury 3 s.h.

PHED35.272 Technology & Assessment in Health & Exercise Science 3 s.h.

PHED35.105 Introduction to Athletic Training 2 s.h.

PHED35.218 Prevention and Care of Orthopedic Injuries 3 s.h.

PHED35.219 Pathology & Evaluation of Orthopedic Injuries I 3 s.h.

PHED35.238 Pathology & Evaluation of Orthopedic Injuries I - Lab 2 s.h.

PHED35.220 Pathology & Evaluation of Orthopedic Injuries II 3 s.h.

PHED35.239 Pathology & Evaluation of Orthopedic Injuries II - Lab 2 s.h.

INAR06.200 Basic Nutrition 3 s.h.

INAR06.415 Nutrition For Fitness 3 s.h.

PHED35.334 Advanced Emergency Care 3 s.h.

PHED35.345 Exercise Physiology with Lab 4 s.h.

PHED35.475 Therapeutic Modalities 3 s.h.

PHED35.447 Therapeutic Modalities - Lab 2 s.h.

PHED35.478 Therapeutic Exercise 3 s.h.

PHED35.476 Therapeutic Exercise - Lab 2 s.h.

PHED35.401 Exercise Prescription 3 s.h.

PHED35.338 Clinical Experience in Athletic Training I 3 s.h.

PHED35.339 Clinical Experience in Athletic Training II 3 s.h.

PHED35.340 Clinical Experience in Athletic Training III 3 s.h.

PHED35.341 Clinical Experience in Athletic Training IV 3 s.h.

PHED35.358 Residency in Athletic Training I 1 s.h.

PHED35.359 Residency in Athletic Training II 1 s.h.

PHED35.360 Residency in Athletic Training III 1 s.h.

PHED35.361 Residency in Athletic Training IV 1 s.h.

PHED35.479 General Medicine/Pharmacology 3 s.h.

PHED35.405 Organization & Administration of Athletic Training 3 s.h.

PHED35.430 Senior Seminar in Athletic Training 1 s.h.

PHED35.477 Psychosocial Aspects of Physical Activity 3 s.h.

Total Semester Hours 125 s.h.

Department of Reading

Marjorie E. Madden, Chair

Education Hall

856.256.4772

[email protected]

The Reading Department offers the required reading courses for all undergraduate teacher education programs. While the

department does not offer an undergraduate major course of study, it offers an undergraduate endorsement program which

leads to a Teacher of Reading Certificate. Students in this program must complete the requirements for the endorsement in

addition to the requirements in a chosen education major course of study.

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Reading Requirements for All Teacher Certification Candidates

Candidates for teacher certification are required to have coursework in reading. The courses they must complete are

determined by specific certification program requirements which may include the following:

READ30.120 Literacies in Today's World 3 s.h.

READ30.280 Teaching Literacy 3 s.h.

READ30.351 Differentiated Literacy Instruction 2 s.h.

READ30.320 Language Development, Emergent Literacy & Reading in Young

Children

4 s.h.

READ30.319 Teaching Reading and Writing in the Content Area 3 s.h.

Students should consult certification program advisors.

TEACHER OF READING ENDORSEMENT PROGRAM and POST BACCALAUREATE PROGRAM FOR TEACHER

OF READING

Susan Browne, Advisor

Language Literacy and Special Education Department

Education Hall

856.256.4772

[email protected]

These programs fulfill the requirements for state of New Jersey certification as a Teacher of Reading. Students learn how to

link assessment procedures with diagnostic teaching and corrective instructional strategies. Reading certification is granted

only when a student has fulfilled all requirements for a major teaching certificate. To matriculate, students must complete

an introductory reading course and satisfy the requirements listed below.

The program requires students to successfully complete 30 semester hours of coursework in reading and reading-related

areas to obtain Teacher of Reading Certification. Students may fulfill the requirement for New Jersey Teacher of Reading

Endorsement with undergraduate coursework, graduate coursework, or a combination of the two.

Admissions Requirements

The Teacher of Reading Endorsement Program is available to students who are currently enrolled in the BA in Education.

The Post Baccalaureate Program in Reading is available to students who already hold New Jersey teaching certificates

(CEAS or Standard).

Additional admissions criteria include:

• An overall GPA of 3.0 based on 30 semester hours of coursework

• Completion of Teaching Literacy or its approved equivalent

• A 3.0 GPA in reading courses completed prior to application

• Completion of an Application form with Passing Essay

Program Requirements

To complete the program, students must have an overall GPA of 3.0 based on 30 semester hours of coursework and pass the

PRAXIS II Specialty Area Test, Introduction to the Teaching of Reading (also a New Jersey certification requirement).

Course Requirements

Reading Theory and Pedagogy 12 s.h.

READ30.280 Teaching Literacy 3 s.h.

READ30.319 Teaching Reading and Writing in the Content Area 3 s.h.

READ30.351 Differentiated Literacy Instruction 2 s.h.

or ELEM02.338 Practicum in Mathematics and Literacy 1 s.h.

READ30.347 Phonics and Spelling 3 s.h.

READ30.350 Using Children's Literature in the Reading/Writing Classroom 3 s.h.

READ30.515 Teaching Reading Across the Grades 3 s.h.

READ30.520 Content Area Literacy 3 s.h.

READ30.530 Teaching Reading to the Exceptional Child 3 s.h.

READ30.535 Word Study: Phonics, Spelling, and Vocabulary Instruction 3 s.h.

Application through Tutoring 6 s.h.

READ30.421 School Reading Problems 3 s.h.

READ30.451 Supervised Clinical Practice 3 s.h.

READ30.550 Diagnosis of Remedial Reading Problems 3 s.h.

READ30.560 Correction of Remedial Reading Problems 3 s.h.

READ30.570 Clinical Experiences in Reading 6 s.h.

Core/Supporting Courses 12 s.h.

FNDS21.230 Characteristics of Knowledge Acquisition 3 s.h.

SPED08.130 Human Exceptionality 3 s.h.

READ30.120 Literacies in Today's World 3 s.h.

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EDUC01.272 Teaching in Learning Communities II 3 s.h.

SECD03.350 Teaching Students of Linguistic and Cultural Diversity 1 s.h.

ELEM02.539 Contemporary Processes/Elementary Language Arts 3 s.h.

PSY22.215 Educational Psychology 3 s.h.

PSY22.586 Psychology of Motivation and Learning 3 s.h.

EDST24.561 Statistics in Educational Research 3 s.h.

READ30.545 Using Multicultural Literature in the K-12 Reading and Writing

Classroom

3 s.h.

*Descriptions for courses at the 500-level can be found in the Graduate Catalog.

Department of Special Educational Services/Instruction

S. Jay Kuder, Chair

Education Hall

856.256.4746

[email protected]

The Special Educational Services/Instruction Department offers the required special education courses for all

undergraduate teacher education programs. While the department does not offer an undergraduate major course of study, it

offers a post-baccalaureate endorsement program, with an undergraduate (Blended) track, which leads to a Teacher of

Students with Disabilities Certificate. Students in this program must complete the requirements for the endorsement in

addition to the requirements in a chosen education major course of study.

Special Education Requirements for All Teacher Certification Candidates

Candidates for teacher certification are required to have coursework in special education. The courses they must complete

are determined by specific certification program requirements which may include the following:

SPED08.130 Human Exceptionality 3 s.h.

SPED08.316 Differentiated Instruction in the Inclusive Classroom 2 s.h.

TEACHER OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES ENDORSEMENT

Margaret Shuff, Program Coordinator

Education Hall

856.256.3883

[email protected]

Chuck Brett, Program Advisor

Education Hall

856.256.4787

[email protected]

An endorsement program that leads to certification as Teacher of Students with Disabilities is available to students who

have been admitted to teacher certification programs or who already hold, or are eligible for, New Jersey teaching

certificates. Teacher of Students with Disabilities certification is granted only when a student has fulfilled all requirements

for an initial teaching certification.

To matriculate, students must complete the prerequisite Human Exceptionality course (SPED08.130), with a minimum

grade of B and have an overall GPA of at least 2.75 (based on 30 semester hours). The program requires students to

successfully complete 27 semester hours of coursework (plus the prerequisite 3-credit Human Exceptionality course) in

special education and special education-related areas to obtain the Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certification.

Required courses are listed below. Students who are admitted to the Early Childhood Education program should consult

with their advisors regarding specific requirements.

Required Courses

SPED08.130 Human Exceptionality (Prerequisite for program entry) 3 s.h.

SPED08.360 Positive Behavioral Support Systems for Students with Exceptional

Learning Needs

3 s.h.

SPED08.316 Differentiated Instruction in the Inclusive Classroom 3 s.h.

READ30.280 Teaching Literacy 3 s.h.

READ30.351 Differentiated Literacy Instruction 2 s.h.

SPED08.308 Assistive Technology and Transition Planning for Students with

Exceptional Learning Needs

3 s.h.

SPED08.307 Assessment of Students with Exceptional Learning Needs 3 s.h.

SPED08.415 Specialized Instruction for Students with Exceptional Learning Needs 3 s.h.

SPED08.445 Clinical Seminar in Special Education 1 s.h.

SPED08.450 Clinical Practice in Special Education 4 s.h.

Note: Candidates for the Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certification must pass the Praxis II Specialty Area Test:

Application of Core Principles across Categories of Disabilities (0352) prior to admission to Clinical Seminar/Clinical

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Practice.

Department of Teacher Education

(Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, K-12 Subject Matter Education)

Maria R. Sudeck, Chair

Education Hall

856.256.4736

[email protected]

Gail Epifanio, Assistant Chair

Education Hall

856.256.4500 x3854

[email protected]

"Teachers are more than any other class the guardians of civilization." -Bertrand Russell, British Philosopher and Writer

The Department of Teacher Education proudly offers a variety of opportunities for caring, academically focused, and

dedicated undergraduate and graduate students to pursue certification as early childhood, elementary, or K-12

subject-matter teachers and engage with others committed to being and becoming scholars of education. We are committed

to fostering our students' growth as instructional leaders who have a developmental perspective, cooperative disposition,

and reflective orientation. At Rowan, teacher candidates are part of Learning Communities in Action.

Our nationally accredited undergraduate and graduate programs recognize the impact that teachers have on the future. Our

undergraduate and MST programs are designed for students seeking in-depth preparation to teach in P-12 classrooms and

New Jersey teaching endorsements in grades P-3, K-5, and K-12 Subject-Matter. Our M.Ed. in Teacher Leadership is

designed for in-service teachers who wish to expand their studies of teaching and learning.

Program guides for each major and program are available in the Teacher Education office on the third floor of Education

Hall or on our web page: http://www.rowan.edu/education/programs/teachered/

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN EDUCATION, SPECIALIZATION IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

Lori Block, PHR

Education Hall

856.256.4740

[email protected]

The B.A. in Education, with Specialization in Early Childhood Education has four required strands of study: 1) General

Education courses, 2) Common Education Core courses, 3) the Professional Specialization Sequence, and 4) the dual major

requirements, where Early Childhood Education Specialization candidates are required to complete major requirements in

one of three academic disciplines (American Studies, Liberal Studies: Humanities/Social Sciences [with restriction] or

Writing Arts) approved by the University for certification.

Students accepted into the Specialization are expected to adhere to the prescribed sequence of courses and to consult with

their advisors in Education at least once a semester.

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience Requirements as described on page 50

Required Courses

SPED08.130 Human Exceptionality 3 s.h.

PSY09.209 Child Development 3 s.h.

ART09.110 Experiencing Art (or Music and the Child) 3 s.h.

MATH01.201 Structures of Mathematics 3 s.h.

FNDS21.150 History of American Education 3 s.h.

FNDS21.230 Characteristics of Knowledge Acquisition 3 s.h.

PHED35.103 Health and Wellness or Biology 3 s.h.

EDUC01.270 Teaching in Learning Communities I 3 s.h.

EDUC01.272 Teaching in Learning Communities II: Early Childhood Education 3 s.h.

SMED33.420 Educational Technology 1 s.h.

READ30.320 Language Development: Emergent Literacy 4 s.h.

ECED23.320 Growth and Learning: Birth - 5 years 3 s.h.

ECED23.321 Growth and Learning K - 3rd Grade 3 s.h.

ECED23.322 Integrating and Adapting Curriculum: Math/Science 3 s.h.

ECED23.430 Observation, Assessment, and Evaluation 3 s.h.

ECED23.431 Planning Curriculum: Across the Content 3 s.h.

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ECED23.446 Clinical Practice in Early Childhood Education 10 s.h.

ECED23.447 Early Childhood Education Clinical Seminar 1 s.h.

SECD03.350 Teaching Students of Linguistic and Cultural Diversity 1 s.h.

Non-Lab Science 3 s.h.

Geography (any) 3 s.h.

History (any) 3 s.h.

Sociology (any) (Sociology of the Family Strongly Recommended 3 s.h.

Total Semester Hours 120 s.h.

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN EDUCATION, SPECIALIZATION IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION

Program Advisors located in Student Services Center; Lori Block, Charles Brett, Keeley Powell

Education Hall

856.256.4420

[email protected]

The B.A. in Education, with Specialization in Elementary Education has four required strands of study: 1) General

Education courses, 2) Core Education courses, 3) the Professional Specialization Sequence, and 4) the dual major

requirements, where Elementary Education Specialization candidates are required to complete major requirements in one

of eight academic disciplines approved by the University for certification. Students accepted into the Specialization are

expected to adhere to the prescribed sequence of courses and to consult with their advisors in Education at least once a

semester.

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience Requirements as described on page 50

Required Courses

MATH01.301 Structures of Mathematics II 3 s.h.

SPED08.130 Human Exceptionalities 3 s.h.

PSY09.209 Child Development 3 s.h.

MATH01.301 Structures of Mathematics I 3 s.h.

FNDS21.230 Characteristics of Knowledge Acquisition 3 s.h.

HIST05.150 History of American Education 3 s.h.

PHED35.103 Health and Wellness or Biology 3 s.h.

EDUC01.270 Teaching in Learning Communities I 3 s.h.

EDUC01.272 Teaching in Learning Communities II 3 s.h.

SMED33.420 Educational Technology 1 s.h.

READ30.280 Teaching Literacy 3 s.h.

ELEM02.319 Curriculum and Assessment in the Elementary Classroom 4 s.h.

SPED08.316 Differentiated Instruction in the Inclusive Classroom 2 s.h.

ELEM02.336 Mathematics Pedagogy for Elementary Teachers 2 s.h.

ELEM02.338 Practicum in Mathematics and Literacy 1 s.h.

READ30.351 Differentiated Literacy Instruction 2 s.h.

ELEM02.448 Clinical Practice in Elementary Education 10 s.h.

ELEM02.445 Elementary Education Clinical Seminar 1 s.h.

SECD03.350 Teaching Students of Linguistic and Cultural Diversity 1 s.h.

Lab Science (Biological or Physical*) 4 s.h.

Non-Lab Science (Biological or Physical*) 3 s.h.

Geography (any) 3 s.h.

U.S. History(any) 3 s.h.

Sociology (any) 3 s.h.

*For certification purposes, candidates must complete both a Biological and Physical Science course (one must be a 4 SH

Lab).

Total Semester Hours 121 s.h.

Dual Major Requirements

Elementary Education majors may choose one of the following dual majors:

• American Studies

• English

• Geography

• History

• Liberal Studies: Humanities/Social Science (See advising guide for restrictions.)

• Mathematics

• Spanish

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• Writing Arts

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN EDUCATION, SPECIALIZATION IN K-12 SUBJECT-MATTER EDUCATION

Program Advisors located in Student Services Center

Education Hall

856.256.4420

[email protected]

The B.A. in Education, with Specialization in K-12 Subject-Matter Education has four required strands of study:

1. General Education courses

2. Common Education Core courses

3. Professional Specialization Sequence

4. Dual major requirements, where K-12 Subject-Matter Education Specialization candidates are required to complete

major requirements in one of eleven academic disciplines approved by the University for Certification

In keeping with the College of Education's overarching focus on the theme of "learning community," faculty in

Subject-Matter Education strive to transcend traditional rote forms of learning and model a more collaborative, interactive,

and intellectually challenging pedagogy that is true to the richness and rigor of the academic disciplines they represent. As

teacher candidates experience and participate in such learning environments in their Subject-Matter Education classes at

Rowan, they develop the commitment, confidence, and ability to go into the field and create K-12 classroom environments

in which students work actively with the teacher and with each other to investigate important and meaningful ideas in a

particular academic discipline.

Admission to Rowan University does not guarantee admission to the Subject-Matter Education Program. For most majors,

we are able to admit all qualified students but there is a cap each year. A minimum number of credits in the subject major

must be completed satisfactorily prior to admission to junior-level courses and practica. Admission to English and Social

Studies is highly competitive and based on GPA.

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience Requirements as described on page 50

Required Courses

SPED08.130 Human Exceptionalities 3 s.h.

PSY09.210 Adolescent Development 3 s.h.

FNDS21.230 Characteristics of Knowledge Acquisition 3 s.h.

FNDS21.150 History of American Education 3 s.h.

PHED35.103 Health and Wellness or Biology 3 s.h.

EDUC01.270 Teaching in Learning Communities I 3 s.h.

EDUC01.272 Teaching in Learning Communities II 3 s.h.

READ30.319 Teaching Reading and Writing in the Content Area 3 s.h.

SPED08.316 Differentiated Instruction in the Inclusive Classroom 2 s.h.

SMED31.350 Elementary Art Methods: Teaching and Learning A: Art 3 s.h.

or SMED32.329 Teaching and Learning Music A: Elementary General Music

SMED33.330 Teaching and Learning A: Mathematics

or SMED34.330 Teaching and Learning A: Science

or SMED50.330 Teaching and Learning A: English/Language Arts

or SMED51.330 Teaching and Learning A: Foreign Language (Spanish)

or SMED52.330 Teaching and Learning A: Social Studies

SECD03.330 Practicum Teaching and Learning A: Content Area 1 s.h.

SMED33.420 Educational Technology 1 s.h.

SMED31.360 Secondary Art Methods: Teaching and Learning B: Art 3 s.h.

SMED32.330 Teaching and Learning B: Vocal Methods/Techniques

or SMED32.331 Teaching and Learning B: Instrument Methods/Techniques

or SMED33.331 Teaching and Learning B: Mathematics

or SMED34.331 Teaching and Learning B: Science

or SMED50.331 Teaching and Learning B: English/Language Arts

or SMED51.331 Teaching and Learning B: Foreign Language (Spanish)

or SMED52.331 Teaching and Learning B: Social Studies

SECD03.332 Practicum Teaching and Learning B: Content Area 1 s.h.

SECD03.350 Teaching Students of Linguistic/Cultural Diversity 1 s.h.

SECD03.435 Clinical Practice in Subject Matter Education 10 s.h.

SECD03.436 Subject Matter Clinical Seminar 1 s.h.

Total Semester Hours 122 s.h.

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History majors must take:

HIST05.150 US History to 1865 3 s.h.

HIST05.151 US History Since 1865 3 s.h.

HIST05.100 Western Civilization to 1660 3 s.h.

HIST05.101 Western Civilization since 1660 3 s.h.

HIST05.120 World History after 1500 3 s.h.

Mathematics majors must take:

MATH01.310 College Geometry 3 s.h.

MATH01.410 History of Mathematics 3 s.h.

Dual Major Requirements

Dual Major requirements for each content-area specialization can be obtained by contacting the program advisors or by

visiting: http://www.rowan.edu/colleges/education/programs/teachered/undergraduate/sme

K-12 Subject Matter Education majors may choose one of the following dual majors:

• Art

• Biology

• Chemistry

• English

• Foreign Language (Spanish)

• History*

• Mathematics*

• Music

• Physical Science: Chemistry

• Physical Science: Physics

• Physics

MINOR IN EDUCATION

Maria R. Sudeck, Chair

Education Hall

856.256.4736

[email protected]

Nicholas Schmelz, Advisor

Education Hall

856.256.4420

[email protected]

The major goals of the Minor in Education are three-fold:

1. Create an avenue for students at Rowan who have an interest in Education but do not want to do a full BA in

Education to have this work noted on their transcripts as a Minor.

2. Create an avenue for Internal Transfer Candidates (for P-3, K-5, and K-12 Subject-Matter) to complete a Minor rather

than spending a minimum of 5 additional semesters to complete the Major in Education.

3. Create an avenue for students who leave the program having completed most, if not all of the courses in the proposed

Minor, to have an official designation to show for their work in Education.

Required courses for Minor in Education

SPED08.130 Human Exceptionalities 3 s.h.

EDUC01.270 Teaching in Learning Communities I 3 s.h.

EDUC01.272 Teaching in Learning Communities II (or equivalent) 3 s.h.

READ30.280 Teaching Literacy (Elementary Education only) 3 s.h.

READ30.319 Teaching Reading and Writing in the Content Area (Subject Matter

Education, Art and Music only)

SMED33.420 Educational Technology 1 s.h.

FNDS21.230 Characteristics of Knowledge Acquisition 3 s.h.

FNDS21.150 History of American Education 3 s.h.

PSY09.209 Child Development(P-3 or K-5) 3 s.h.

or PSY09.210 Adolescent Development (K-12)

Total Semester Hours 25 s.h.

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College of Engineering

Steven Chin, Interim Dean

Henry M. Rowan Hall

856.256.5300

[email protected]

Linda Head, Associate Dean

Henry M. Rowan Hall

856.256.5301

[email protected]

Mission

The mission of the College of Engineering is to provide programs that are effectively responsive to regional aspirations and

that address the needs and the changing characteristics of the leading-edge engineers of the future. The College aims to

educate students prepared to apply technology for the betterment of society and to serve as global change agents for the

future. Rowan University also recognizes that the College of Engineering will aid in the economic and cultural development

of southern New Jersey, while generating opportunities for its diverse graduates in local, national and international

industries.

Objectives

The objectives of the undergraduate engineering programs are to enable students to:

• Understand and apply the core science and mathematics principles that form the basis of engineering disciplines

• Work individually and in teams to identify and solve complex engineering problems and develop an understanding of

interdisciplinary problem solving

• Understand and apply advanced technology (computers and laboratory equipment) to solve complex engineering

problems

• Understand the importance of the humanities and social sciences as part of a well rounded education and the practice

of engineering

• Have a strong sense of the importance of ethics in an engineering setting as well as other aspects of their lives

• Develop communication skills so that they can perform engineering functions effectively

Accreditation

All four engineering programs (Chemical, Civil, Electrical & Computer, and Mechanical) are ABET accredited. ABET is a

professional accrediting organization that is nationally recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation

(CHEA). In cooperation with its associated professional and technical societies, ABET has developed criteria, or standards,

for the evaluation of educational programs.

The criteria require that the programs demonstrate that graduates have mastered the knowledge and skills required and that

the institution has in place a process for continuous improvement. The Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of

ABET administers the criteria, conducts the evaluations and accredits the programs.

Programs Offered

The College of Engineering has four programs leading to bachelor of science degrees in chemical, civil, electrical and

computer, and mechanical engineering. A concentration in bioengineering is available, which allows students to study this

broad and interdisciplinary field related to areas of established and emerging biotechnologies and biosciences. A GPA in the

major of 2.0 or greater is required for graduation from all undergraduate programs. The undergraduate programs include

technology focus areas throughout the curricula. The technology areas are monitored continuously to maintain a leading

edge as technology advances. The flexibility inherent in this approach allows the College to respond quickly to changes in

technology, and to be responsive to the needs of students, the region, industry, and the profession.

Core Requirements

All Engineering undergraduate students take a common core of courses within the Freshman year. These courses are:

• Freshman Engineering Clinic I, II (Rowan Seminar experience is embedded in Fr Clinic I)

• College Composition I

• Accelerated Calculus I, II

• Introductory Mechanics

• Advanced College Chemistry I

• Computer Science (see major requirements for specific course)

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Department of Chemical Engineering

Robert P. Hesketh, Chair

Henry M. Rowan Hall

856.256.5310

[email protected]

Chemical Engineering is the application of mathematics and sciences, with special emphasis on chemistry, in the

development, design, and supervision of processes to manufacture useful products. Chemical engineers are part of numerous

industries and technologies including petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, food and consumer products,

polymers, microelectronics, electronic and advanced materials, sustainable technologies, safety, health and environment.

Mission and Goals

The Rowan University Chemical Engineering Program is a student-centered, primarily undergraduate program that

incorporates leading-edge educational methods and technology with engineering practice. We prepare students for careers

in the global chemical process industry and related fields, and for advanced degree study. Our program provides students

with a strong foundation in chemical engineering science and design, and emphasizes the development of effective

communication and teaming skills, and professional responsibility in preparation for a career in a diverse global workforce.

Throughout the curriculum, students are exposed to chemical engineering methods using hands-on, state-of-the-art

experiments, modern computer tools, and problem synthesis and solution approaches. The Chemical Engineering Program

is committed to technical excellence, professional responsibility, and lifelong learning.

We use this mission statement along with the following four goals, to try to achieve the best possible learning environment

for our students:

Goal 1 Develop students who understand and apply the core scientific, mathematical, and engineering principles that

form the basis of chemical engineering.

Goal 2 Develop students who work individually and in diverse teams and effectively utilize advanced technology to solve

complex engineering problems.

Goal 3 Develop students who gain a perspective on the role of engineering in a global society including the importance of

ethics, professional responsibility, diversity and culture, lifelong learning, safety, and the environment.

Goal 4 Develop students who communicate their ideas effectively in various formats to both technical and non-technical

audiences.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

Robert P. Hesketh, Advisor

Henry M. Rowan Hall

856.256.5310

[email protected]

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirements as described on page 50

Required Courses

MATH01.235 Math for Engineering Analysis I 4 s.h.

MATH01.236 Math for Engineering Alalysis II 4 s.h.

CHEM06.105 Adv. College Chemistry I

CHEM06.106 Adv. College Chemistry II

CHEM07.200 Organic Chemistry I 4 s.h.

ECON04.102 Microeconomics 3 s.h.

(This course is required in addition to the above elective)

PHYS02.200 Introductory Mechanics 4 s.h.

CS04.103 Computer Science and Programming 4 s.h.

or CS01.104 Intro to Scientific Programming 3 s.h.

or CS01.102 Introduction to Programming 3 s.h.

BIOL01.210 Biological Systems and Applications 4 s.h.

ENGR01.101 Freshman Engineering Clinics I 2 s.h.

(This course also fulfills the Rowan Seminar requirement.)

ENGR01.102 Freshman Engineering Clinics I 2 s.h.

ENGR01.102 Freshman Engineering Clinic II 2 s.h.

ENGR01.201 Sophomore Engineering Clinic I* 4 s.h.

(This course also fulfills the General Education requirement College Composition II)

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ENGR01.202 Sophomore Engineering Clinic II* 4 s.h.

(This course also fulfills the Rowan Experience Public Speaking requirement)

CHE06.201 Principles Chemical Processes I 2 s.h.

CHE06.302 Principles Chemical Processes II 2 s.h.

ENGR01.341 Fluid Mechanics I 2 s.h.

CHE06.309 Process Fluid Transport 2 s.h.

CHE06.311 Heat Transfer Processes 2 s.h.

CHE06.312 Separations Processes I 2 s.h.

CHE06.310 Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics I 3 s.h.

CHE06.315 Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics II 3 s.h.

ENGR01.301 Junior Engineering Clinics I 2 s.h.

ENGR01.302 Junior Engineering Clinics II 2 s.h.

ENGR01.281 Materials Science 2 s.h.

CHE06.316 Chemical Reaction Engineering 4 s.h.

CHE06.403 Unit Op Exp Design & Analysis 2 s.h.

CHE06.404 Unit Operations Lab II 2 s.h.

CHE06.405 Process Dynamics and Control 3 s.h.

ENGR01.401 Senior Engineering Clinics I 2 s.h.

ENGR01.402 Senior Engineering Clinics II 2 s.h.

(This course also fulfills the Rowan Experience Writing Intensive requirement)

CHE06.401 Chemical Process Component Design 4 s.h.

CHE06.406 Chemical Plant Design 3 s.h.

Approved Chemical Engineering Electives I and II 6 s.h.

Approved Adv. Chemistry Elective I and II 6 s.h.

Total Credits in Program 131 s.h.

MATERIALS SPECIALIZATION

Robert P. Hesketh, Advisor

Henry M. Rowan Hall

856.256.5310

[email protected]

This specialization provides a mechanism to give students credit for their focused study in materials on their transcripts.

Extending this opportunity to students is valuable to them because of growing industrial interest in these areas of chemical

engineering.

In South Jersey, there are a number of local industries, such as Sony, Solvay Solexis, Metrologic, DuPont, Huntsman ICI and

VWR Scientific, whose success is based on the application of materials science. Within the region, there are only a limited

number of schools that can supply qualified people to meet the needs of their labor force. By providing skilled graduates,

this project will ensure that these companies can meet these needs and allow them to expand their enterprises. The local

economy has an ever-increasing pressure for well-trained technicians, scientists, and engineers.

Materials science is inherently multi-disciplinary, requiring of its practitioners a broad range of knowledge and a variety of

skills. Students in the proposed program will be able to follow the complete cycle of materials science from concept to

research design to synthesis, to measurement of and explanation for the physical properties of the material to successful

application. Coupled with the organization of learning for chemical engineering students within the program comes a

distinct and strong effort to motivate students to pursue careers in materials research. Ultimately, these efforts should help

us retain a diverse pool of talented students in New Jersey instead of being lost to out-of-state institutions.

This specialization is a cohesive set of courses that focus on materials within chemical engineering. To obtain this

specialization in materials, at least 12 semester hours of credit are required. The requirements to earn a specialization in

materials are as follows:

Course Credits 12 s.h.

Materials Science (ENGR01.281) 2 s.h.

Jr/Sr Clinic Materials-related project (ENGR01.301,302,401,402) 4 s.h.

ChE or Chemistry Elective - from approved list 3 s.h.

Out of Discipline Elective - from approved list 3 s.h.

In order to earn the specialization in materials, students can earn four credits by working on an approved materials project

in 2 semesters of Junior/Senior Engineering Clinic. These projects can be housed in any of the four engineering disciplines,

but must be approved by the Chemical Engineering faculty as having substantial materials content. Note that students can

also fulfill the project requirement through independent study on materials-related projects (Independent Study in

Engineering ENGR01.391).

Students earn the remaining six credits towards the specialization by taking one elective from each of the following lists. In

order to underscore the diverse applications and multi-disciplinary nature of materials science, we will require students to

take one chemistry or chemical engineering elective, and one materials elective outside of chemical engineering. Note that a

chemistry course can be used to fulfill either requirement, but no one course can be used to fulfill both.

Approved Materials Electives from ChE or Chemistry

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CHE06.466 Polymer Processing 3 s.h.

CHE06.490 Approved Special Topics Course 3 s.h.

CHEM05.430 Approved Advanced Topics in Chemistry, 3 s.h.

CHEM07.405 Introduction to Polymer Chemistry 3 s.h.

CHEM07.475 Polymer Synthesis 4 s.h.

CHEM07.478 Polymer Characterization 4 s.h.

Approved Materials Electives from outside Chemical Engineering

CEE08.301 Civil Engineering Materials 2 s.h.

ME10.422 Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics 3 s.h.

CHEM05.430 Approved Advanced Topics in Chemistry 3 s.h.

CHEM07.405 Introduction to Polymer Chemistry 3 s.h.

CHEM07.475 Polymer Synthesis 4 s.h.

CHEM07.478 Polymer Characterization 4 s.h.

INTR01.486 Interdisciplinary Materials Science 3 s.h.

Faculty in chemical engineering and throughout the College routinely manage Junior/Senior Engineering Clinic projects in

materials.

The following is a list of Junior/Senior Clinic projects that would be acceptable for this specialization:

ME-01 Plastics Ignition Experiment Development

ME-06 Development and Testing of Component Packaging for an Optical Filter

ME-07 Magneto-Rheological Rubber Development and Testing

ECE-01 Nano-Imprint Lithography

ECE-02 Molecular Electronics

ECE-03 Materials For Biomedical Research

CEE-07 Measurement and Visualization of Strain Using Computer Vision

CEE-10 Evaluation of New Pavement Design Guide

CEE-11 Evaluating Sources of Rutting within New Pavement

CEE-12 Evaluating Mixture Performance using Design Guide

CEE-14 Anchorage of Rebar in Fiber Reinforced Concrete

CHE-03 Performance Testing of Kevlar-Derakane Composites

CHE-04 Materials Science Education

BIOLOGICAL ENGINEERING SPECIALIZATION

Robert P. Hesketh, Advisor

Henry M. Rowan Hall

856.256.5310

[email protected]

This specialization provides a mechanism to give students credit for their focused study in bioengineering. Extending this

opportunity to students is valuable to them because of growing industrial interest in these areas of chemical engineering. In

1992, NIH defined "biomolecular engineering" as: "Research at the interface of chemical engineering and biology with an emphasis at

the molecular level."

Recent trends in chemical engineering research, the decisions of government agencies, and the opinions of leading

academics were taken as the platform for the development of the bio-related specialization.

Modern biology has emerged as an underlying fundamental science in chemical engineering. Advances in biology are

prompting new discoveries in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical technology, and chemical industries. Developing

commercial-scale processes based on these advances requires that new chemical engineers clearly understand the

biochemical principles behind the technology, in addition to developing a firm grasp of chemical engineering principles.

Many jobs in the "Fast Company 25 Top Jobs for 2005" list are bio-related. Finally, New Jersey is a global and national leader

in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.

Instead of working at the "macro" scale, as traditional biochemical engineers have, there is a need for students to be able to

work across scales - from the molecular level to the microscopic to the macroscopic. Traditional biochemical engineering

focused on bioreactor design, agitation, and microbial cultures as a whole - macroscopic processes. Current and future

applications will require students to be familiar with the molecular details of the product of interest, which help determine

how to design and operate microscopic and macroscopic operations for production and purification. This specialization is a

cohesive set of courses that focus on a biological engineering within chemical engineering and requires at least 12 semester

hours of credit. The requirements to earn a specialization in biological engineering are as follows:

Course Credits 12 s.h.

Biological Systems and Applications (BIOL01.210)

Jr/Sr Clinic Bio-related project (ENGR01.301, 302, 401 and 402)

Electives - from approved list

The Biological Systems and Applications course is a required course in chemical engineering that was added as a response to

the growing national interest in biochemical engineering. This course is prerequisite for all subsequent work towards a

biological engineering specialization.

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Junior/Senior Engineering Clinic is a required 2-credit course for students in all engineering disciplines. This course is a

hallmark of the Rowan College of Engineering and provides undergraduate students with hands-on experience on practical

engineering research and design problems, frequently in collaboration with local industrial sponsors. All engineering

students are required to take four semesters (8 credits) of Junior/Senior Clinic. Students who wish to earn a specialization in

biological engineering must select an approved Junior/Senior Clinic project for at least one of their four semesters. Note

that students can also fulfill the project requirement through independent study on bio-related projects (Independent Study

in Engineering ENGR01.391).

Because the department wishes to maintain a "depth and breadth" approach to the biological engineering specialization, a

student will not be allowed to apply more than 4 credits worth of Junior/Senior Clinic to their specialization. Students must

earn the balance of the 12 credits by taking any combination courses from the following list:

Approved list of electives - Chemical Engineering

CHE06.462 Bioprocess Engineering 3 s.h.

CHE06.472 Principles of Biomedical Processes 3 s.h.

CHE06.476 Principles of Bioseparation Processes 3 s.h.

CHE06.482 Principles of Food Engineering 3 s.h.

CHE06.483 Principles of Engineering Exercise Physiology 4 s.h.

CHE06.484 Fundamentals of Controlled Release 3 s.h.

CHE06.486 Membrane Processes 3 s.h.

CHE06.490 Approved Special Topics Course 3 s.h.

Approved list of electives - Other engineering disciplines

CEE08.412 Environmental Treatment Process Principles 3 s.h.

ECE09.404 Principles of Biomedical Systems and Devices 3 s.h.

Approved list of electives with bio focus

BIOL01.430 Cell Biology 4 s.h.

BIOL01.435 Cell Culture Technology 4 s.h.

BIOL01.440 Special Topics in Biological Sciences 2 s.h.

BIOL11.405 Environmental Microbiology 4 s.h.

BIOL14.440 Intro to Biochemistry 3 s.h.

BIOL22.410 Concepts in Human Genetics 4 s.h.

BIOL22.450 Molecular Genetics 4 s.h.

CHEM07.348 Biochemistry 4 s.h.

CHEM07.410 Medicinal Chemistry 3 s.h.

CHEM08.305 Biophysical Chemistry 4 s.h.

The current chemical engineering curriculum requires students to take two advanced chemical engineering electives and one

advanced chemistry elective. Consequently, the biological engineering specialization is readily attainable under the current

chemical engineering curriculum: it requires a focused selection of project work and electives but no "additional" courses.

Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering

Beena Sukumaran, Chair

Henry M. Rowan Hall

856.256.5324

[email protected]

Civil Engineering includes all aspects of the planning, design, evaluation, construction, and maintenance of the

infrastructure of modern life. This includes buildings, bridges, highways and airports, water and waste treatment facilities,

dams and flood control, off-shore structures, rocket launch pads, space stations, communication towers and many other

engineering works. The curriculum is designed to prepare students to enter this broad field with a strong understanding of

green and sustainable practices.

The Civil Engineering Program strives to prepare students for professional careers by providing a broad-based civil

engineering education through a rigorous curriculum including hands-on laboratory and design experiences integrated

throughout. The program is committed to the integration of teaching, research, scholarly, and service activities within a

collaborative educational environment as part of its students' preparation for both engineering practice and graduate school.

The program endeavors to produce graduates ready to communicate their ideas in a diverse and multidisciplinary workplace.

Rowan Civil Engineering graduates will be:

• Knowledgeable engineers, versed in multiple areas of the civil engineering profession, who remain current during their

professional careers

• Problem-solvers, who can collect and utilize needed information to reach creative and realistic solutions to

engineering problems

• Well rounded engineers who understand their professional, ethical, and global/social responsibilities and are able to

work in multidisciplinary and diverse groups

• Communicators, who are able to disseminate information to professional and lay audiences

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CIVIL ENGINEERING

Douglas Cleary, Advisor

Henry M. Rowan Hall

856.256.5325

[email protected]

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirements as described on page 50

Required Courses

MATH01.140 Accelerated Calculus I 4 s.h.

MATH01.141 Accelerated Calculus II 4 s.h.

MATH01.235 Math for Engineering Analysis I 4 s.h.

MATH01.236 Math for Engineering Analysis II 4 s.h.

CHEM06.105 Adv. College Chemistry I 4 s.h.

ECON04.102 Microeconomics 3 s.h.

(This also counts as a Social and Behavioral Sciences General Education course.)

PHYS02.200 Introductory Mechanics 4.s.h.

Computer Programming Elective (choose one):

CS01.104 Introduction to Scientific Programming 3 s.h.

or CS04.103 Computer Science and Programming 4 s.h.

Science Elective (choose one):

CHEM06.106 Adv. College Chemistry II 4 s.h.

or PHYS02.201 Introduction to Electricity and Magnetism 4 s.h.

or PHYS02.210 Introduction to Thermodynamics, Fluids, Waves, and Optics 4 s.h.

ENGR01.101 Freshman Engineering Clinic I 2 s.h.

(This course also fulfills the Rowan Seminar requirement.)

ENGR01.102 Freshman Engineering Clinic II 2 s.h.

ENGR01.201 Sophomore Engineering Clinic I 4 s.h.

(This course also fulfills the General Education requirement College Composition II)

ENGR01.202 Sophomore Engineering Clinic II 4 s.h.

(This course also fulfills the Rowan Experience Public Speaking requirement.)

ENGR01.301 Junior Engineering Clinic I 2 s.h.

ENGR01.302 Junior Engineering Clinic II 2 s.h.

ENGR01.401 Senior Engineering Clinic I 2 s.h.

ENGR01.402 Senior Engineering Clinic II 2 s.h.

(This course also fulfills the Rowan Experience Writing Intensive requirement.)

ENGR01.271 Statics 2 s.h.

ENGR01.272 Solid Mechanics 2 s.h.

ENGR01.281 Material Science 2 s.h.

ENGR01.291 Dynamics 2 s.h.

ENGR01.341 Fluid Mechanics I 2 s.h.

CEE08.382 Structural Analysis 3 s.h.

CEE08.383 Analysis and Design of Steel Frames 3 s.h.

CEE08.311 Environmental Engineering I 3 s.h.

CEE08.312 Sustainable Civil & Environmental Engineering 3 s.h.

CEE08.301 Civil Engineering Materials 2 s.h.

CEE08.342 Water Resources Engineering 3 s.h.

CEE08.351 Geotechnical Engineering 3 s.h.

CEE08.305 Civil Engineering Systems 3 s.h.

CEE08.361 Transportation Engineering 3 s.h.

CEE08.102 Engineering Graphics 2 s.h.

CEE08.103 Field Surveying 2 s.h.

CEE08.491 Civil Engineering Design Project I 2 s.h.

CEE08.492 Civil Engineering Design Project II 2 s.h.

CEE08.490 Civil Engineering Practice 3 s.h.

Civil Engineering Electives 12 s.h.

Technical Elective 3 s.h.

General Education Requirements 12 s.h.

Total Credits in Program 131 s.h.

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College of Engineering

Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

Shreekanth A. Mandayam , Chair

Henry M. Rowan Hall

856.256.5330

[email protected]

The Rowan Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) curriculum combines both electrical engineering topics such as

telecommunications & energy and computer engineering topics such as computer hardware & software design. Electrical

and Computer engineers have made some remarkable contributions to our world ; they have pioneered the invention of cell

phones, computers, digital cameras, MP3-players, television, and computer games, among many other things. ECEs play a

huge part in the design of cars, airplanes, space-craft, home-appliances, life-saving medical equipment and so many other

technologies that we have come to rely on.

Core courses taken by all ECE students include such topics as circuits, electronics, electromagnetics, digital design,

microprocessors, control systems, communication systems, digital signal processing, data structures and computer

architecture. Advanced senior-level electives provide opportunities to specialize in areas such as nanotechnology,

bio-engineering, sustainable design, wireless communications, artificial intelligence, digital image processing, etc. All ECE

courses have an included laboratory component. Eight semesters of Engineering Clinic provide students with a

team-oriented, multidisciplinary design and research experience which is a unique opportunity to integrate the students'

theoretical background into the solution of practical engineering problems.

The Electrical and Computer Engineering program creates effective engineers who can function in a variety of

environments and sustain productivity throughout their career. We expect our graduates to:

1. Perform as agile problem solvers

2. Communicate capably

3. Possess an entrepreneurial spirit

4. Facilitate trans-disciplinary discourse

5. Be sensitized to contemporary issues

6. Be competent in essential engineering and ECE knowledge

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING

Linda M. Head, Advisor

Henry M. Rowan Hall

856.256.5335

[email protected]

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirements as described on page 50

Required Courses

MATH01.140 Accelerated Calculus I 4s.h.

MATH01.141 Accelerated Calculus II 4 s.h.

MATH01.235 Math for Engineering Analysis I 4 s.h.

MATH01.236 Math for Engineering Analysis II 4 s.h.

CHEM06.105 Adv. College Chemistry I 4 s.h.

ECON04.102 Intro to Microeconomics 3 s.h.

(This also counts as a Social and Behavioral Sciences General Education course)

PHYS02.200 Introductory Mechanics I 4 s.h.

PHYS02.201 Introductory Electricity & Magnetism 4 s.h.

CS04.103 Computer Science and Programming 3 s.h.

ENGR01.101 Freshman Engineering Clinic I 2 s.h.

ENGR01.102 Freshman Engineering Clinic II 2 s.h.

ENGR01.201 Sophomore Engineering Clinic I 4 s.h.

ENGR01.202 Sophomore Engineering Clinic II 4 s.h.

ENGR01.301 Junior Engineering Clinic I 2 s.h.

ENGR01.302 Junior Engineering Clinic II 2 s.h.

ENGR01.401 Senior Engineering Clinic I 2 s.h.

ENGR01.402 Senior Engineering Clinic II 2 s.h.

ENGR01.271 Statics 2 s.h.

ECE09.201 Network I 2 s.h.

ECE09.202 Network II 2 s.h.

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ENGR01.291 Dynamics 2 s.h.

ECE09.241 Digital I 3 s.h.

ECE09.242 Digital II: Microprocessors 3 s.h.

ECE09.303 Engineering Electromagnetics 3 s.h.

ECE09.311 Electronics I 3 s.h.

ECE09.351 Digital Signal Processing 3 s.h.

ECE09.321 Systems and Control 3 s.h.

ECE09.331 Electrical Communications Systems 4 s.h.

CS04.225 Data Structures for Engineers 3 s.h.

ECE09.443 Computer Architecture I 2 s.h.

ECE09.498 Seminar: Engineering Frontiers 1 s.h.

ECE09.360 Clinic Consultant: I 1 s.h.

ECE09.362 Clinic Consultant: II 1 s.h.

ECE09.460 Clinic Consultant: III 1 s.h.

ECE09.462 Clinic Consultant: IV 1 s.h.

EE Core Elective (1) 3 s.h.

ECE Elective (1) 3 s.h.

CpE Elective (1) 3 s.h.

CpE Core Elective (1) 3 s.h.

Technology Focus Electives (2) 6 s.h.

Total Credits in Program 128 s.h.

MINOR IN ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING

Linda M. Head, Advisor

Henry M. Rowan Hall

856.256.5335

[email protected]

The Minor in Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) offers students majoring in disciplines other than ECE the

opportunity to become familiar with principles and design practices used to meet the multidisciplinary needs of modern

technology. This minor is offered by the faculty of the ECE program and is designed to serve students from other

engineering disciplines as well as those students with majors outside of engineering. It is assumed that students who pursue

the ECE minor will obtain a mathematics background that is comparable to that required for a major in engineering.

The ECE minor stipulates 14 semester hours of required courses that provide a fundamental grounding in ECE knowledge

and design. These courses include an introduction to design practice, theory-based courses in both analog and digital circuit

design, and an introduction to electrical and computer systems. In addition to these fundamental courses, 4 semester hours

of elective courses assure the students an opportunity to emphasize a particular area of interest.

Required Courses 14 s.h.

ECE09.201 Network I 2 s.h.

Concurrent enrollment in or completion of either:

MATH01.231 ODE

or MATH01.235 MEA I*

ECE09.202 Network II 2 s.h.

ECE09.241 Digital I 3 s.h.

or CS06.310 Principles of Digital Computers

ECE09.311 Electronics I 3 s.h.

ECE09.321 Systems and Controls I 3 s.h.

or ECE09.331 Electrical Communications Systems 4 s.h.

Concurrent enrollment in or completion of:

MATH01.210 Linear Algebra*

ENGR01.301 Junior Engineering Clinic I 2 s.h.

(must have junior standing in major)

Total 15 s.h.

Elective Courses **4 s.h.

ECE09.242 Digital II 3 s.h.

ECE09.301 Engineering Electromagnetics I 2 s.h.

or PHYS02.430 Electricity and Magnetism I

ECE09.302 Engineering Electromagnetics II 2 s.h.

ECE09.321 Electronics II / VLSI Design 3 s.h.

ECE09.331 Electrical Communications Systems 4 s.h.

ECE09.351 Digital Signal Processing 3 s.h.

ECE09.443 Computer Architecture I 2 s.h.

ECE09.444 Computer Architecture II 2 s.h.

ECE09.402 Topics in Electrical and Computer Engineering 3 s.h.

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ENGR01.302 Junior Engineering Clinic 2 s.h.

(must have junior standing in major and approval from ECE Project Manager)

Program Total 19 s.h.

*Non-engineering majors enrolled in the ECE minor must complete the following mathematics courses:

MATH01.130 Calc I

MATH01.131 Calc II

MATH01.230 Calc III

MATH01.210 Linear Algebra

MATH01.231 Ordinary Differential Equations

**Senior Elective courses may be used as electives in the ECE Minor with permission of the ECE Minor Advisor and the

Elective Course instructor.

BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING SPECIALIZATION

Robi Polikar, Advisor

Henry M. Rowan Hall

856.256.5372

[email protected]

The ECE department's biomedical engineering (BME) concentration is designed to be as flexible as possible while ensuring

a meaningful depth and breadth in biomedical engineering.

1. All ECE students are required to take two core science classes (from an approved list of science classes) outside of

Engineering. The list currently includes the following courses. Therefore, students who wish to concentrate on BME are

advised to take one of these courses towards their regular science requirements:

BIOL01.210 Biological Systems and Applications

BIOL01.100 Biology I

2. Students need a minimum of 8 credits from an approved list of Biological Science Electives. The approved list of electives

will be reviewed on a yearly basis depending on the courses offered on campus. In general, these courses are from the

Anatomy/Physiology bank or from the Cellular, Molecular Biology bank of the Biology program, or from the Chemistry /

Biochemistry program. The students are responsible for either obtaining the prerequisites, or making the necessary

arrangements with the professor. The courses listed in (1) do count towards this requirement. In general, students need to

satisfy this requirement during their sophomore or junior year.

3. No fewer than 4, no more than 8 credits of Junior / Senior clinic must come from BME related projects. Note that each

Ju/Se clinic in ECE is 2 credits. Therefore, 2 ~ 4 semesters of clinic experience must come from BME related projects. Every

semester, there are a number of projects that are BME related. Those projects that qualify for this category will be

announced every semester.

4. Minimum of 3 credits (one course) from an approved list of Bio-related ECE electives. The list currently includes:

ECE09.404 Principles of Biomedical Systems and Devices

Additional courses will be added to this bank. Note that every semester the ECE department offers electives under the title

"Special Topics in ECE" (0909.403.xx). Some of these classes are BME related and will count towards this requirement.

Special Topics courses that qualify for BME concentration will be announced every semester. This course will be taken

during the senior year.

5. Minimum of 3 credits from an approved list of Bio-related non-ECE engineering electives. Any course that is on the

approved list of other engineering departments' BME bank will count towards this requirement. This course will also be

taken during the senior year. Students are encouraged to discuss their intention to specialize in biomedical engineering as

early as possible with the BME advisor in the ECE department. The advisor will be able to guide students on the correct

sequence of required courses.

Department of Mechanical Engineering

Eric W. Constans, Chair

Henry M. Rowan Hall

856.256.5340

[email protected]

Mechanical Engineering involves the design and building of machines and devices. This includes the conversion of energy

from one form to another, the dynamics of mechanical devices, and the control systems for operation of machines. Design

of thermal and mechanical systems are integrated into the curriculum.

The Rowan Mechanical Engineering Program develops effective engineers who are well prepared for the next phase of their

career, whether in industry or government or in graduate school. Our goals are as follows:

1. Create well-rounded engineers who possess theoretical and practical skills, and understand the significance of the

humanities and social sciences

2. Produce graduates who have the necessary teamwork and leadership skills to excel in multidisciplinary team

environments

3. Develop innovative and creative thinkers who possess an understanding of entrepreneurship

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4. Develop engineers with scientific, mathematical, analytical, computational, and experimental skills who can formulate

and solve engineering problems

5. Instill in students an appreciation of the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context, including the

broad implications of professional ethics

6. Develop engineers with the flexibility to adapt to changing technology and an understanding of the need for

continuous improvement and lifelong learning.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

Eric W. Constans, Advisor

Henry M. Rowan Hall

856.256.5349

[email protected]

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirements as described on page 50

Required Courses

MATH01.235 Math for Engineering Analysis I 4 s.h.

MATH01.236 Math for Engineering Analysis II 4 s.h.

CHEM06.105 Adv. College Chemistry I 4 s.h.

CS04.103 Computer Science and Programming 4 s.h.

ENT06.240 Entrepreneurship and Innovation 3 s.h.

ECE09.205 Principles and Applications of ECE for Nonmajors 3 s.h.

ENGR01.101 Freshman Engineering Clinic I 2 s.h.

ENGR01.102 Freshman Engineering Clinic II 2 s.h.

ENGR01.201 Sophomore Engineering Clinic I 4 s.h.

ENGR01.202 Sophomore Engineering Clinic II 4 s.h.

ENGR01.271 Statics 2 s.h.

ENGR01.273 Strength of Materials 3 s.h.

ENGR01.283 Materials Science and Manufacturing 3 s.h.

ENGR01.291 Dynamics 2 s.h.

ENGR01.301 Junior Engineering Clinic I 2 s.h.

ENGR01.302 Junior Engineering Clinic II 2 s.h.

ENGR01.401 Senior Engineering Clinic I 2 s.h.

ENGR01.402 Senior Engineering Clinic II 2 s.h.

ENGR01.410 Finite Element Analysis 3 s.h.

ME10.101 Introduction to Mechanical Design 3 s.h.

ME10.211 Mechanical Engineering Laboroatory 2 s.h.

ME10.301 Machine Design 4 s.h.

ME10.321 Thermal-Fluid Sciences I 6 s.h.

ME10.322 Thermal-Fluid Sciences II 6 s.h.

ME10.342 Quality and Reliability in Design and Manufacturing 3 s.h.

ME10.343 System Dynamics and Control I 3 s.h.

ME10.344 System Dynamics and Control II 3 s.h.

ME10.470 Introduction to Biomechanics 3 s.h.

Approved Major Electives 9 s.h.

Total Credits in Program 128 s.h.

CONCENTRATION IN BIOENGINEERING

Jennifer A. Kadlowec, Advisor

Henry M. Rowan Hall

856.256.5344

[email protected]

There are two basic components to earning a concentration in bioengineering for mechanical engineering:

A. A focused selection of mechanical engineering, non-mechanical engineering and science electives and Jr/Sr Clinic

projects that are part of the standard curriculum

B. One more bioengineering-related non-mechanical engineering course

Component A consists of a focused selection of three mechanical engineering electives (9 s.h.), one non-mechanical

engineering elective (3 s.h.), one science elective (3-4 s.h.) and one Jr/Sr Clinic project (2 s.h.) that are required for the

standard mechanical engineering degree. One semester of Jr/Sr clinic must be spent on a bioengineering related project.

This project can be from any engineering discipline, as long as it has a substantial bioengineering component.

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Your selection of Junior and Senior year electives must also be focused on bioengineering electives. Three of the four

mechanical engineering electives must be from the approved list of bioengineering electives within mechanical engineering.

Of the four mechanical engineering electives (three of which are bioengineering related) you must ensure that you meet the

mechanical engineering degree requirement that at least one be from the thermal/fluids stem and at least one be from the

mechanical stem. For the concentration, the technical elective is replaced with one of the non-ME bioengineering electives

below. Also for the concentration, you must take an approved biological science elective in place of the standard

math/science elective.

Component B consists of one additional bioengineering-related course (3-4 s.h.) outside of mechanical engineering, which is

beyond the ME degree requirements. This course must be from the list of approved electives in biology, chemistry, and

other engineering disciplines. You must determine how this will fit into your schedule. The most likely mechanism is for you

to complete your general education requirements early, and then fill this open space in your schedule with an approved

elective. Currently, general education blocks appear in the curriculum during both semesters of the Freshman and Senior

years and in the summer.

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College of Fine and Performing Arts

Jon Robert Cart, Dean

Wilson Hall

856.256.4551

[email protected]

History

The College of Fine and Performing Arts (formerly, the School of Fine and Performing Arts at Glassboro State College) was

founded in 1971. It was in 1997, during the transition from Glassboro State College to Rowan University, that the School

became the College of Fine and Performing Arts. Today, the College is comprised of the departments of Art, Music

(including the Maynard Ferguson Institute of Jazz Studies) and Theatre & Dance. The College offers baccalaureate degrees

in the fields of Art, Music and Theatre, and graduate degrees in Music and Theatre.

The College of Fine and Performing Arts boasts an enrollment of over 500 arts majors supported by 45 full-time faculty, 45

adjunct faculty, and 20 staff members who collectively shape the vibrant arts community at Rowan University. In addition

to more than 250 performances and exhibitions on campus each year, the faculty, staff and students collaborate in scholarly

and artistic activities at the international, national and regional levels.

The College is dedicated to fostering artistic and creative experiences for the campus and the surrounding community.

Specifically, the College of Fine and Performing Arts provides professional training for arts majors and aesthetic experiences

for all Rowan University students, enhancing the educational programs of the institution.

Mission

The College of Fine & Performing Arts at Rowan University develops artists and audiences of the future and promotes the

arts as vital to the liberal education of the university and surrounding community. Through rigorous professional

preparation and liberal arts programs, the College educates aspiring artists in the disciplines of art, dance, music, and theatre

and challenges them to develop a conceptual, critical and creative perspective within the contemporary world. The College

creates, illuminates, and inspires audiences through public performance and exhibitions.

Accreditation

Specialized, national arts accreditation has been granted by the following organizations:

• The National Association of Schools of Art & Design

• The National Association of Schools of Music

• The National Association of Schools of Theatre

Programs Offered

In the professional area, the College offers rigorous degree programs designed to develop technical and creative abilities to

the highest level, as well as provide a comprehensive socio-historical awareness for the Arts practitioner.

Elective courses in the arts allow all students to partake of the unique, intellectual and emotional experiences that the arts

provide. Performing/creating experiences are open to all and are designed to foster the artistic discipline that is expected in

such activities. Further, they provide social and collegial experiences desirable in a college education. Through participation

in musical ensembles, dance ensembles, theatre productions and art exhibits, artistic expression becomes an integral part of

the educational experience.

In the Liberal Arts area, arts curricula provide extensive study of the fine and performing arts through Minor programs and

general education offerings. In these Bachelor of Arts programs, a focus on one particular segment of the arts allows the

student to share the diversity of our cultural base and also to gain the perspective, if not the expertise, of the professional

artist.

A program of study in the College can lead to:

• A professional career in the arts

• A teaching career in the arts

• Graduate study in the arts

• Other career options not tied fully to the arts, but which draw on the knowledge and rigor inherent in them

Central to a productive environment for the study of the arts is a vital community of arts professionals, both faculty and

student artists, scholars, educators and performers whose careers are dedicated to the creative pursuit and advancement of

the arts, in terms of their own individual creation and, also, in edification of the audience. The arts faculty at Rowan consists

of some of the finest arts professionals in the nation, all dedicated to fostering a creative, productive atmosphere in which all

of the arts can flourish.

Programs Majors and Minors

Major programs consist of a Bachelor of Arts in Art, Music and Theatre Arts; a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art, and a

Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Music Education. Minor programs are available in Art, Dance, Music and Theatre.

Dual Majors in Teaching

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Art, Music and Theatre majors can apply for a dual major in Education. Students must complete the general education and

other requirements specified by the appropriate departments within the College of Education. Theatre majors interested in

teaching can apply to the graduate MST in Subject Matter Education: Theatre Education upon successful completion of the

BA in Theatre

Requirements

At Rowan, we recognize and embrace the importance of the general education curriculum in all academic programs.

Obtaining the Bachelor of Arts degree in an arts area broadens the background of the student, establishing a foundation for

further study in many diverse areas. Of the 120-135 semester hours to be completed for the BA, at least 45 shall be at the 300

or 400 level and at least 90 shall be in courses using the A-F grading system.

Core Foundation Courses in each major are specified within each department.

Departments

The College of Fine and Performing Arts consists of three departments: Art, Music, and Theatre/Dance.

Services

Company-In-Residence

Contact with professionals in the field is very important to any arts educational program. At Rowan, The Atlantic Brass

Band is the ensemble-in-residence.

Department of Art

Susan Bowman, Chair

Westby Hall

856.256.4019

[email protected]

The Art Department offers two degree programs: The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art (BFA) and the Bachelor of Arts in

Art (BA).

All students are considered foundation students for the first year. In the first year, all students take the Foundation Core:

Representational Drawing, Figure Drawing, Expressive Drawing, Two-Dimensional Design, Three-Dimensional Design,

Color Theory, and Digital Media & Techniques. During the semester a student is completing the final studio courses in the

Foundation Core, he/she signs up for the Foundation Core Portfolio Review. After passing the Studio Core and completion

of three additional studio courses, an application to the BFA program may be initiated if desired.

Each candidate applying for admission as an art student is required to personally present a portfolio containing twelve

examples (a minimum of six original representational drawings) of his/her best work for review by the art faculty.

Photographs or slides may be substituted for large or three-dimensional work. A 250-word essay discussing why the

applicant wishes to pursue studies in the visual arts is also required. Applicants may schedule appointments by contacting

the Art Office 856.256.4520.

These admission standards apply to all art students: freshmen, transfers from other institutions and Rowan University

students changing their majors.

Note: In addition to tuition, fees and normal book costs, art majors should anticipate additional fees for materials and

equipment used in studio courses.

BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS IN STUDIO ART

David E. Vaccaro, Advisor

Westby Hall

856.256.4091

[email protected]

The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art (BFA) A professional, studio-intensive, degree program for students who wish to

become illustrators, designers or fine artists. The standards are high, the work is demanding, and the rewards are great.

The BFA at Rowan is a general fine arts degree. It provides students with a thorough grounding in fundamental principles

and techniques with opportunities for emphasis in one or more specific fine arts areas. Studios include Ceramics, Drawing,

Glass, Graphic Design, Illustration, Metals/Jewelry, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, and Sculpture.

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirements as described on page 50

Major Requirements

Foundation Core

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ART02.100 Representational Drawing

ART02.200 Expressive Drawing

ART02.105 Color & Design - 2D

ART02.207 Color & Design - 3D

ART09.101 Digital Media & Techniques

ART02.222 Studio Core Portfolio Review

Studio Choices

Sophomore Year:

ART09.101 Digital Media & Techniques

ART02.110 Figure Drawing

ART09.308 Color Theory

Primary Studio and support courses are determined with academic and studio advisors. Studios include Ceramics, Computer

Art, Drawing, Glass, Graphic Design, Illustration, Metals/Jewelry, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, and Sculpture.

ART09.390 Work in Progress Review

ART09.490 BFA Senior Thesis/Exhibition

Art Studio Electives

Art History

ARHS03.103 Art History Survey I

ARHS03.104 Art History Survey II

ARHS03.205 Art History Survey III

Art History Choice

Other Required courses

Additional 6 s.h. from the History/Humanities Language Bank

Additional 3 s.h. from the Artistic and Creative Experiences Bank

Program Total 120 s.h.

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN ART

David E. Vaccaro, Advisor

Westby Hall

856.256.4091

[email protected]

A liberal arts degree program for students who wish to become art teachers or desire a broad academically-oriented

education with an emphasis in art.

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the University Rowan Experience requirements as described on page 50

Major Requirements

Foundation Core

ART02.100 Representational Drawing

ART02.110 Figure Drawing

ART02.200 Expressive Drawing

ART02.105 Color and Design-2D

ART02.207 Color and Design-3D

ART09.308 Color Theory

ART09.101 Digital Media & Techniques

ART02.222 Studio Core Portfolio Review

ARHS03.103 Art History Survey I

ARHS03.104 Art History Survey II

ARHS03.205 Art History Survey III

Studio Choices

Primary Studio and support courses are determined with academic and studio advisors. Studios include Ceramics, Computer

Art, Drawing, Glass, Graphic Design, Illustration, Metals/Jewelry, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, and Sculpture.

Other Required courses

Additional 6 s.h. from the History/Humanities Language Bank

Additional 3 s.h. from the Artistic and Creative Experiences Bank

Program Total 120 s.h.

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BACHELOR OF ARTS IN ART - ART EDUCATION

Jane E. Graziano, Coordinator/Art

Westby Hall

856.256.4500 x4045

[email protected]

David E. Vaccaro, Advisor/Art

Westby Hall

856.256.4091

[email protected]

Charles Brett, Advisor/Education

856.256.4787

[email protected]

This program offers students an opportunity to satisfy degree requirements for a BA in Art and a BA in Education, and New

Jersey State Teacher Certification K-12 specialization in Art. The program's goals are to prepare students to become

teachers of the visual arts by building a strong foundation in art knowledge and skills, and educational theory and practice.

For more in-depth studio opportunities students enrolled in this degree program may choose to apply for the Bachelor of

Fine Arts degree program at the end of their sophomore year.

Further information about this program can be obtained from the Department of Art 856. 256.4520 and the Department of

Teacher Education 856.256.4738 or 4739.

Information for the Post-Baccalaureate Certification program can be obtained from The Graduate School 856.256.4053.

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirements as described on page 50

Art Major Requirements

Foundation Core

ART02.100 Drawing I (Representational)

ART02.110 Drawing II (Figure)

ART02.200 Drawing III (Expressive)

ART02.105 Color & Design I

ART02.207 Color & Design II

ART09.101 Digital Media & Techniques

ART09.308 Color Theory

ART02.222 Studio Core Portfolio Review

Art History

ARHS03.103 Art History Survey I

ARHS03.104 Art History Survey II

ARHS03.205 Art History Survey III

Studio

ART02.220 Introduction to Painting

ART02.240 Introduction to Sculpture

or ART09.240 Introduction to Ceramics

Art Major Studio Elective

Pursuant to New Jersey's Department of Education requirements for Teacher of Art Certificate, an additional 12 s.h. of advanced studio

are required.

ART09.401 Senior Project Art

Other Required Courses

SPED08.130 Human Exceptionality

FNDS21.230 Characteristics of Knowledge Acquisition

ART09.200 Theory & Analysis of Art Education

PSY09.209 Child Development

PSY09.210 Adolescent Development

FNDS21.150 History of American Education

6 additional s.h. from the History, Humanities and Languages Bank

3 additional s.h. from Artistic and Creative Experience Bank

Education Requirements

EDUC01.270 Teaching in the Learning Communities I

EDUC01.282 Teaching in the Learning Communities II-Art

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READ30.319 Teaching Reading/Writing in the Content Area

SMED33.420 Integrating Ed. Technology into Teaching

SMED31.350 Elementary Art Methods:Teaching/Learning Art A: Art

SECD03.330 Practicum Teaching/Learning A: Art

SMED31.360 Secondary Art Methods: Teaching/Learning B: Art

SECD03.332 Practicum Teaching/Learning B: Art

SMED31.450 Clinical Practice in Art Education

SMED31.451 Clinical Practice Seminar for Art Education

SECD03.350 Teaching Students Cultural & Linguistic Diversity

Program Total 120 s.h.

MINOR IN ART

David E. Vaccaro, Advisor

Westby Hall

856.256.4091

[email protected]

Eligibility

The Minor in Art is open to any interested Rowan student. A portfolio review is required. Transfer students are required to

take a minimum of fifteen credit hours toward the minor at Rowan University.

Program

The Minor in Art consists of 24 semester hours made up of five core courses and three studio electives, as follows:

Foundation Core

ART02.100 Representational Drawing

ART02.105 Color and Design-2D

ART02.200 Expressive Drawing

ART02.207 Color and Design-3D

ARHS03.130 Art Appreciation

Studio Electives:(Choose three)

Note: If intermediate courses are selected, prerequisites listed in the catalog descriptions of these courses must be met.

ART11.250 Photography I

ART11.275 Photography II

ART02.220 Painting I

ART02.240 Sculpture I

ART02.260 Printmaking I

ART09.210 Metals/Jewelry I

ART09.225 Puppetry I

ART09.240 Ceramics I

ART09.228 Illustration I

ART09.343 Graphic Design I

ART09.351 Computer Art I

ART02.110 Figure Drawing

ART02.225 Painting II

ART02.251 Sculpture II

ART02.261 Printmaking II

ART09.226 Puppetry II

ART09.211 Metals/Jewelry II

ART09.344 Graphic Design II

ART09.241 Ceramics II

ART09.229 Illustration II

ART09.452 Computer Art II

ART11.405 Advanced Photography

BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS IN STUDIO ART WITH SPECIALIZATION IN GRAPHIC DESIGN

David E. Vaccaro, Advisor

Westby Hall

856.256.4091

[email protected]

A professional, studio-intensive, BFA specialization for students who wish to become graphic designers. The graphic design

industry is highly competitive and broad ranging. This specialization allows Rowan University students who wish to enter

the graphic design field the added advantage of demonstrating to potential employers that they have followed a sequential

course of study. The curriculum consists of the seven graphic design courses offered by the Art Department and fulfills the

graphic design specialization requirements. This BFA specialization provides a comprehensive education for students who

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are interested in entering the graphic design profession.

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 50

Major Requirements

Foundation Core

ART02.100 Representational Drawing

ART02.200 Expressive Drawing

ART02.105 Color & Design - 2D

ART02.207 Color & Design - 3D

ART09.101 Digital Media & Techniques

ART02.222 Studio Core Portfolio Review

Primary Studios and Studio Choices

Sophomore Year:

ART09.101 Digital Media & Techniques

ART02.110 Figure Drawing

ART09.308 Color Theory

Primary Studio and support courses determined with academic and studio advisors.

Note: Not all courses are offered each semester.

ART09.343 Introduction to Graphic Design I

ART09.344 Intermediate Graphic Design II (Typography)

ART09.349 Intermediate Graphic Design III (Visual Identity)

ART09.350 Intermediate Graphic Design IV (Packaging)*Fall

ART09.363 Advanced Graphic Design V (Publication)*Fall

ART09.364 Adv Graphic Design VI (Visual Communication)*Spring

ART09.464 Adv Graphic Design VIII (Portfolio)*Spring

Distributive studio electives include Ceramics, Computer Art, Drawing, Glass, Illustration, Metals/Jewelry, Painting,

Photography, Printmaking, and Sculpture.

ART09.390 Work in Progress Review

ART09.490 Senior Thesis/Exhibition

Art Studio Electives

Art History

ARHS03.103 Art History Survey I

ARHS03.104 Art History Survey II

ARHS03.205 Art History Survey III

Art History Choice

Other Required courses

Additional 6 s.h. from the History/Humanities Language Bank (Foreign Language suggested)

Additional 3 s.h. from the Artistic and Creative Experiences Bank

Program Total 120 s.h.

MINOR IN ART HISTORY

David E. Vaccaro, Advisor

Westby Hall

856.256.4091

[email protected]

Eligibility

The Minor in Art History is open to any interested Rowan student. Transfer students are required to take a minimum of

twelve credit hours toward the minor at Rowan University.

Program Requirements

The Minor in Art History consists of 18 semester hours. There are three required Art History core courses and three Art

History electives, as follows:

Art History Core Courses:

Note: These courses are offered every semester.

ARHS03.103 Art History Survey I

ARHS03.104 Art History Survey II

ARHS03.205 Art History Survey III

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Art History Electives (Choose three)

Note: If intermediate courses are selected, prerequisites listed in the catalog descriptions of these courses must be met.

Courses marked with an asterisk (*) are not offered every semester.

ARHS03.310 History of American Art

ARHS03.220 Modern Art

ARHS03.252 Concepts in Art: Criticism (WI)(*)

ARHS03.340 Survey of Women Artists(*)

ARHS03.231 Survey of Asian Art(*)

ARHS03.520 Art Since 1945(*)

ARHS03.425 Special Problems Art History (course may be repeated)

Department of Music

John R. Pastin, Chair

Wilson Hall

856.256.4557

[email protected]

Mission

The Rowan University Department of Music invites students to develop their creativity through music as they deepen their

knowledge, acquire new skills, and engage the many dynamic roles that musicians fulfill in the community.

Based on this philosophy, a program of study for the music major can lead to:

• a performing career in music

• a teaching career in music

• graduate study in music

• a broader cultural knowledge appropriate for many career options.

For music majors, Baccalaureate degrees are offered with the following program options:

• Performance

• Music Education

• Jazz Studies

• Jazz Studies-Music Education

• Composition

The Master of Music degree in Music Performance is offered for advanced study. (Please see the Graduate Catalog)

Options in Applied Performance, Jazz Studies, or Composition combine in-depth study of music with required courses in

general education to provide the initial preparation for careers as performers, composers, scholars and college teachers.

These three curricula provide instruction in all orchestral instruments, saxophone, voice, piano, organ, classical guitar,

accordion, and composition.

The Jazz Studies-Music Education specialization option combines broad study in music with required courses in general and

professional education to qualify graduates for a career in public school teaching with K-12 teacher certification.

The Bachelor of Arts in Music

A liberal arts program with a major in music, is designed for students who want to combine a broad academic background

with sufficient musical training for further study in fields such as musicology, music criticism or music therapy. This

program is for those who want a career outside of music performance or teaching.

For admission to the music major program, one must demonstrate, by audition, a high level of proficiency in some area of

music performance. Each semester, participation in ensembles and attendance at master classes and departmental recitals is

required of all music students. All music majors, except those in the B.A. Music curriculum, present a senior recital.

Requirements for the Bachelor of Music in Applied Performance and Jazz Studies include a junior recital as well.

Non-majors can find artistically fulfilling experiences as (1) music minors by combining a flexible sequence of music course

with a separate major outside music, as (2) students in other disciplines who participate in music for academic credit and/or

aesthetic pleasure. Non-majors are invited to take part in ensembles and other activities within the Department of Music.

The Department of Music is a fully accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music and sponsors

chapters of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, Sigma Alpha Iota, and MENC-National Association for Music Education.

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN MUSIC

Larry DePasquale, Advisor

Wilson Hall

856.256.4557

[email protected]

General Education

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All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirements as described on page 50

Major Requirements

Major Applied Instrument/Voice (Levels I-VI)

MUS97.100 Piano Class I

MUS97.101 Piano Class II

MUS04.130 Music Theory I - Written

MUS04.131 Music Theory II - Written

MUS04.132 Music Theory I - Aural

MUS04.133 Music Theory II - Aural

MUSG06.102 General Music History

MUSG06.447 Music in World Cultures

or MUSG06.115 Growth and Development of Jazz

Total Program 120 s.h.

Student Recitals

Ensemble Choices

Choose two (2) from Musical Styles I-III

Choose five (5) credits from: Music Fundamentals, Sight Singing/Ear Training/Music Theory III-IV, Piano Class

III-IV; Computer Technology and Music I-II

BACHELOR OF MUSIC - MUSIC EDUCATION

Dr. Rick Dammers, Advisor-Instrumental

Wilson Hall

856.256.4500 x3720

[email protected]

Dr. Lili Levinowitz, Advisor-vocal

Wilson Hall

856.256.4500 x3716

[email protected]

Keeley Powell, Advisor-education

Education Hall

856-256-4761

[email protected]

Teacher Certification K-12 with specializations: Instrumental, Vocal

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirements as described on page 50

Major Requirements 64-69 s.h.

SPED08.130 Human Exceptionality

READ30.120 Literacies in Today's World

FNDS21.230 Characteristics of Knowledge Acquisition

FNDS21.150 History of American Education

EDUC01.270 Teaching in Learning Communities I

EDUC01.272 Teaching in Learning Communities II

SMED33.420 Educational Technology

READ30.280 Teaching Literacy

EDUC01.104 Teaching: An Introduction to the Profession

SECD03.350 Teaching Students of Ling. & Cult. Diversity

EDUC01.270 Teaching in Learning Community I

EDUC01.284 Teaching in the Learning Community II (music)

SMED32.411 Clinical Practice in Music

SMED32.412 Clinical Practice Seminar in Music

SMED32.329 Teaching/Learning Music:Elem. General Music A

SMED32.330 Teaching/Learning Music:Vocal Methods and Tech(vocal only)B

SMED32.331 Teaching/Learning Music:Inst. Methods and Tech(inst. only)B

SMED33.420 Integrating Ed. Technology into Teaching

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MUSG06.214 Development of Musical Styles I

MUSG06.215 Development of Musical Styles II

MUSG06.335 Development of Musical Styles III

MUS04.130 Music Theory I-Written

MUS04.132 Music Theory I-Aural

MUS04.131 Music Theory II-Written

MUS04.133 Music Theory II-Aural

MUS04.240 Music Theory III-Written

MUS04.242 Music Theory IIII-Aural

MUS04.241 Music Theory IV-Written

MUS04.243 Music Theory IV-Aural

Professional Applied Instrument or Voice I-VII (see Advisor)

MUS97.100 Piano Class I-IV

MUS97.101 Piano Class II

MUS97.200 Piano Class III

MUS97.201 Piano Class IV

MUS97.400 Voice Class (except vocal spec.)

MUS97.212 Instrumental I

MUS97.312 Instrumental II

MUS97.213 Choral Conducting I

MUS97.313 Choral Conducting II

MUS04.404 Orchestration

or MUS04.403 Choral Arranging

Ensemble I-VIII (determined by audition)

MUS04.050 Student Recitals I-VII

MUS04.118 Music Fundamentals

MUSG06.303 Choral Literature (except instrumental)

Language (vocal specialization only)

Instrument Classes (see Advisor)

SMED32.219 Piano Pedagogy (keyboard spec. only)

MUSG06.120 Keyboard Literature (keyboard spec. only)

Vocal Specialization Only

MUSG06.210 Vocal Literature or Ensemble VII-VIII

BACHELOR OF MUSIC - PERFORMANCE

Dr. Bryan Appleby-Wineberg, Advisor

Wilson Hall

856.256.4557

[email protected]

Applied Performance Keyboard, or Instrumental or Vocal 120 or 121 s.h.

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirements as described on page 50

Major Requirements 77-79 s.h.

MUSG06.214 Development of Musical Styles I

MUSG06.215 Development of Musical Styles II

MUSG06.335 Development of Musical Styles III

MUS04.130 Music Theory I - Written

MUS04.131 Music Theory II - Written

MUS04.132 Music Theory I - Aural

MUS04.133 Music Theory II - Aural

MUS04.240 Music Theory III - Written

MUS04.241 Music Theory IV - Written

MUS04.242 Music Theory III - Aural

MUS04.243 Music Theory IV - Aural

Professional Applied Instrument/ Applied Voice NO DESCRIPTION IN COURSE SECTIONS

MUS04.121 Professional Applied Instrument I

MUS04.122 Professional Applied Instrument II

MUS04.221 Professional Applied Instrument III

MUS04.222 Professional Applied Instrument IV

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MUS04.321 Professional Applied Instrument V

MUS04.322 Professional Applied Instrument VI

MUS04.421 Professional Applied Instrument VII

MUS04.422 Professional Applied Instrument VIII

MUS04.180 Applied Voice

MUS97.100 Piano Class I (except Keyboard Majors)

MUS97.101 Piano Class II (except Keyboard Majors)

MUS97.200 Piano Class III (except Keyboard Majors)

MUS97.201 Piano Class IV (except Keyboard Majors)

Instrumental Or Choral Conducting

MUS97.212 Instrumental I-II

MUS97.312 Instrumental II

MUS97.213 Choral Conducting I

MUS97.313 Choral Conducting II

MUS04.309 Chamber Music I

MUS04.310 Chamber Music II

MUSG06.447 Music in World Cultures: Asia & Oceania

MUSG06.448 Music in World Cultures: Africa India, Near & Middle East

MUS04.450 Form and Analysis (except Vocal Majors)

MUS04.050 Student Recitals I-VIII

Ensembles Electives

Voice Specialization Only

MUS97.114 Secondary Applied Instrument I (Piano)

MUS97.115 Secondary Applied Instrument II (Piano)

MUS04.202 Language Through Vocal Repertory

MUS04.203 Language Through Vocal Repertory

MUS04.204 Language Through Vocal Repertory

SMED32.218 Vocal Pedagogy, Arranging, Literature

Keyboard Specialization Only

MUSG06.120 Keyboard Literature

SMED32.219 Piano Pedagogy and Accompanying

BACHELOR OF MUSIC - JAZZ STUDIES

Dennis DiBlasio, Advisor Wilson Hall 856.256.3528

[email protected]

Jazz Studies Curriculum 124 s.h.

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirements as described on page 50

Major Requirements 85 s.h.

Professional Applied Instrument Levels I-VIII (see Advisor)

Professional Applied Improvisation Levels I-VIII

MUS04.129

MUS04.130 Music Theory I-Written

MUS04.132 Music Theory I-Aural

MUS04.131 Music Theory II-Written

MUS04.133 Music Theory II-Aural

MUS04.240 Music Theory III-Written

MUS04.242 Music Theory IIII-Aural

MUS04.241 Music Theory IV-Written

MUS04.243 Music Theory IV-Aural

MUS97.100 Piano Class I

MUS97.101 Piano Class II

MUS04.229 Secondary Applied Piano I (Jazz)

MUS04.230 Secondary Applied Piano II (Jazz) Ensembles

Student Recitals (8 semesters)

MUS04.350 Computer Technology and Music I

MUS04.344 Audio Recording

MUS04.411 Project Audio Recording

SMED32.335 The Business of Music

MUS04.333 Stage Band Rehearsal Techniques

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MUSG06.215 Development of Musical Styles II

MUSG06.335 Development of Musical Styles III

MUS04.363 Writing in Traditional and Contemporary Styles

MUS04.361 Arranging for Large/Small Jazz Ensembles

BACHELOR OF MUSIC - COMPOSITION

Dr. John R. Pastin, Advisor

Wilson Hall

856.256.4557

[email protected]

Music Composition 126 s.h.

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirements as described on page 50

Major Requirements 79 s.h.

MUSG06.214 Development of Musical Styles I

MUSG06.215 Development of Musical Styles II

MUSG06.335 Development of Musical Styles III

MUS04.125 Music Composition I

MUS04.225 Music Composition III

MUS04.226 Music Composition IV

MUS04.325 Music Composition V

MUS04.326 Music Composition VI

MUS04.425 Music Composition VII

MUS04.426 Music Composition VIII

MUS04.130 Music Theory I - Written

MUS04.131 Music Theory II - Written

MUS04.132 Music Theory I - Aural

MUS04.133 Music Theory II - Aural

MUS04.240 Music Theory III - Written

MUS04.242 Music Theory III - Aural

MUS04.241 Music Theory IV - Written

MUS04.243 Music Theory IV - Aural

MUS04.147 Contemporary Music Ensemble

MUS97.100 Piano Class I

MUS97.101 Piano Class II

MUS97.200 Piano Class III

MUS97.201 Piano Class IV

Secondary Applied Instrument or Voice I-VIII (see Advisor)

MUS97.212 Conducting - Intrumental I

MUS97.213 Conducting - Choral I

MUS04.450 Form/Score Analysis

MUS04.404 Orchestration

MUS04.350 Computer Technology and Music I

MUS04.455 Counterpoint

MUS04.403 Vocal Arranging

MUS04.050 Student Recitals

MUS04.309 Chamber Music I

MUS04.310 Chamber Music II

MINOR IN MUSIC

Dr. John R. Pastin, advisor

Wilson Hall

856.256.4557

[email protected]

Music Minor (for Non-Music Majors) 25-29 s.h.

Requirements 16/17 s.h.

Secondary Applied Instrumental or Vocal I-VI (see Advisor)

MUS04.118 Music Fundamentals

MUS04.110 Sight Singing

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MUS04.130 Music Theory I-Written and

MUS04.132 Music Theory I-Oral

MUS04.131 Music Theory II-Written and

or MUS04.133 Music Theory II-Oral

MUS97.100 Piano Class I (except Piano SAI) and

MUS97.101 Piano Class II (except Piano SAI)

MUSG06.102 General Music History

MUS04.050 Student Recitals I-VI

Ensemble I-VI (by audition, see Advisor)

Electives Choose 9 s.h. from the following:

Ensemble Choice

MUS04.240 Music Theory III - Written and

MUS04.242 Music Theory III - Oral

MUS04.241 Music Theory IV - Written and

MUS04.243 Music Theory IV - Oral

MUSG06.214 Development of Musical Styles I

MUSG06.215 Development of Musical Styles II

MUSG06.335 Development of Musical Styles III

MUS04.450 Form and Analysis

Conducting I, II (Instrumental or Choral)

MUS97.212 Conducting-Instrumental I

MUS97.312 Conducting-Instrumental II

MUS97.213 Conducting-Choral I

MUS97.313 Conducting-Choral II

MUS04.404 Orchestration

MUS04.403 Vocal Arranging

MUS04.332 Acoustics of Music

MUSG06.447 Music in World Cultures: Asia & Oceania

MUSG06.448 Music in World Cultures: Africa India, Near & Middle East

MUS04.350 Computer Technology Music I

Selected Topics in Music

MUSG06.115 Growth and Development of Jazz

MUS04.333 Stage Band Rehearsal Techniques

MUSG06.439 New Jazz Structures

Note: For comprehensive information on the individual music specializations, students should request from the Department

of Music the appropriate curriculum guide which details each specialization and see the Music Minor advisor.

BACHELOR OF MUSIC IN JAZZ INSTRUMENT AND BACHELOR OF ARTS IN EDUCATION

Richard Dammers, Advisor

Wilson Hall

856.256.4500 X3720

[email protected]

Dennis DiBlasio, Advisor

Wilson Hall

856.256.4500 X3528

[email protected]

Jazz Education 144.5 s.h.

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirements as described on page 50

See your advisor for Major and Education Requirements

Department of Theatre and Dance

David Sullivan, Chair

Edgar F. Bunce Hall

856.256.4034

[email protected]

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The Department of Theatre and Dance educates students in the contemporary practice of theatre and dance through a

liberal arts curriculum. True learning requires excitement. For students, excited by theatre and dance, our programs offer a

path to intellectual growth and development surrounded by things they love. Accredited by the National Association of

Schools of Theatre, the Department provides a broad-based education in theatre and dance with specific tracks for focused

study. Undergraduate students from other majors may also share in our interdisciplinary activities by choosing to minor, or

concentrate, in theatre or dance.

A Bachelor of Arts in Theatre consists of 39 credits in our major and 30 credits of free electives. The Department of Theatre

and Dance offers five tracks within the major: Acting/Directing, Musical Theatre, Pre-Teaching, Design/Technical, and

Dance. The five tracks share a core curriculum of theatre arts courses while allowing students to extend study in their

specific field of interest. The free elective hours can be used to complete a minor in a related field.

A full range of theatre and dance production opportunities supplements coursework and encourages students to develop

performance and production skills through the creation of live theatre. All students may participate in one or more of the

department's performance groups: Tohill Theatre productions, Campus Players , Dance Extensions, or Lab Theatre or

Rowan University Musical Theatre Company. These groups produce approximately 10 events per year, ranging from

full-scale main stage performances to student directed and choreographed workshops. These projects provide students with

practical experience as performers, directors, designers and technicians, and allow them to apply creatively the methods and

skills learned in the classroom.

Bunce Hall, the first building constructed on campus, houses the Department of Theatre and Dance. We present our main

theatre and dance season in Bunce Hall's historic 450-seat Tohill Theatre, as well as additional shows and events in the

Bunce Studio Theatre. Bunce Hall also contains rehearsal spaces, a well-equipped costume and scene shop, prop and

costume storage, a computer-equipped design studio, and acting studios and department offices. Memorial Hall houses our

two recently renovated dance studios. Other performance spaces include the Westby Hall Black Box and Pfleeger Concert

Hall, a 900-seat proscenium theatre in Wilson Hall.

Admission to the department requires an on-campus interview and audition. Students auditioning for the Acting/Directing

Track, Musical Theatre Track, and Pre-Teaching Track present two contrasting one-minute monologues or one monologue

and a song. Students auditioning for the Dance Track present a three-minute dance. Students seeking admission to the

Design/Technical track will present, in an interview, a portfolio or folder demonstrating their experience and ability. For

specific information on interview or audition requirements, visit www.rowan.edu/theatredance or call or email the

Department of Theatre and Dance.

In order to gain the maximum benefit from the academic flexibility of these degree tracks, students must arrange for regular

and careful academic advisement with department faculty. The Department of Theatre and Dance values the process of

academic advisement and believes that effective mentorship leads to successful careers. Students must meet with their

academic advisors on a regular basis.

The Minor in Theatre provides an overview of plays, performance and production studies that involve students in both the

practical and scholarly aspects of theatrical art. Students in any program are eligible for the Minor in Theatre and must

formally apply and be advised before completing the course requirements.

The Minor in Theatre consists of 19 semester hours of study: 10 semester hours of required courses, plus 9 hours of

electives.

The Minor in Dance provides a flexible program of study that combines technique with theory courses. The minor consists

of 18-24 hours of study: the core course, Elements of Dance, plus 6-12 hours of technique and 6-12 hours of theory.

The Dance Concentration is designed for students in the related arts and humanities disciplines interested in pursuing

dance as a career. The courses provide a solid framework through which students may pursue selected interests in the areas

of performance, history, research and education.

The Theatre Design Concentration provides an art major with sufficient background in theatre to seek a position as a set

and/or lighting designer or general theatrical technician.

Contact our department for advisement.

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN THEATRE

David Sullivan, Advisor

Edgar F. Bunce Hall

856.256.4034

[email protected]

The Rowan Bachelor of Arts in Theatre features five distinct tracks in Acting/Directing, Musical Theatre, Theatre

Education/Pre-Teaching, Design/Technical Theatre, and Dance which prepare students to work in the professional field or

to pursue graduate study.

General Education

All students must complete the University General Education requirements as described on page 48

Rowan Experience

All students must complete the Rowan Experience requirements as described on page 50

Major sequence of required courses 39 s.h.

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Core Courses all tracks 24 s.h.

THD07.111 Colloquium I

THD07.112 Colloquium II

THD07.113 Colloquium III

THD07.114 Colloquium IV

THD07.115 Colloquium V

THD07.116 Colloquium VI

THD07.201 Introduction to Theatre and Dance

THD07.230 Stagecraft I

THD07.231 Stagecraft II

THD07.203 Costuming I

THD07.205 Costuming II

THD07.105 Introduction to Performance

Any three (3) of the following courses:

THD07.339 History of the Theatre to 1700

THD07.340 History of the Theatre from 1700 to 1956

THD07.440 Contemporary World Theatre (WI)(Lit)

THD08.436 Dance History

Acting/Directing Track 15 s.h.

THD08.140 Dance Improvisation I

THD08.141 Dance Improvisation II

THD07.103 Speech for the Stage

THD08.126 Movement for the Actor

THD07.235 Acting I

Plus one (1) of the following:

THD07.236 Acting II

THD07.430 Directing I

Musical Theatre Track 15 s.h.

THD07.103 Speech for the Stage

THD07.235 Acting I

THD07.360 Musical Theatre

THD07.363 Singing for the Actor

THD08.222 Dance for the Musical Theatre

Pre-Teaching Track 15 s.h.

THD07.103 Speech for the Stage

THD08.126 Movement for the Actor

THD07.235 Acting I

THD07.250 Children's Theatre

THD07.430 Directing I

Design/Tech Track 15 s.h.

THD07.232 Stagecraft III

THD07.233 Stagecraft IV

THD07.310 Foundations of Theatrical Design

Select one of the following:

THD07.300 Drawing and Rendering for the Theatre

THD07.305 Drafting and Model Making

Select two of the following:

THD07.350 Scenic Design

THD07.353 Lighting Design

THD07.356 Costume Design

THD07.380 Technical Production and Organization

Dance Track 15 s.h.

THD08.140 Dance Improvisation I

THD08.141 Dance Improvisation II

THD08.465 Dynamics of Human Movement

THD08.237 Modern Dance II

THD08.377 Modern Dance III

THD08.225 Dance Composition I

Additional non-program courses 9 s.h.

Free Electives 30 s.h.

Total Credits in Theatre Specialization 120 s.h.

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MINOR IN THEATRE

Bartholomew Healy, Advisor

Edgar F. Bunce Hall

856.256.4232

[email protected]

The Minor in Theatre provides an overview of plays, performance and production studies that involve students in both the

practical and scholarly aspects of Theatrical Art. Students in any program are eligible for the Minor in Theatre and should

formally apply and be advised before completing the requirements.

The Minor in Theatre Arts consists of 19 semester hours of study: 10 semester hours of required courses, plus 9 hours of

electives.

Required Courses 10 s.h.

THD07.111 Colloquium I

THD07.112 Colloquium II

THD07.130 Living Theatre

THD07.105 Introduction to Performance

THD07.230 Stage Craft I

and THD07.231 Stage Craft II

or THD07.203 Costuming I

and THD07.205 Costuming II

Electives Choose two (2) of the following: 6 s.h.

THD07.250 Childrens Theatre

THD07.360 Musical Theatre

THD07.350 Scene Design Studio

THD07.353 Stage Lighting

THD07.103 Speech for the Stage

THD07.235 Acting I

THD07.430 Directing I

THD07.365 Theatre Management

THD07.356 Costume Design

THD07.310 Foundations of Design

THD07.435 Creative Dramatics

THD08.135 Elements of Dance

THD07.215 Experiencing Acting

History/Literature Elective Choose one (1) of the following: 3 s.h.

THD07.339 History of the Theatre to 1700

THD07.340 History of the Theatre 1700 to 1956

THD07.440 Contemporary World Theatre (WI)

MINOR IN DANCE

Melanie Stewart, Advisor

Memorial Hall

856.256.4032 [email protected]

The Minor in Dance provides a flexible program of study that combines technique with theory. Students take courses in

technique, dance education, and dance history. The Minor in Dance consists of 18-24 hours of study: the core course,

Elements of Dance, plus 6-12 hours of dance technique and 6-12 hours of dance theory.

Required 3 s.h.

THD08.135 Elements of Dance

Electives - Technique 6-12 s.h.

THD08.146 World Dance Forms

THD08.202 Fundamentals of Tap Dance

THD08.203 Advanced Tap Dance

THD08.236 Modern Dance I

THD08.237 Modern Dance II

THD08.377 Modern Dance III

THD08.246 Fundamentals of Ballet

THD08.247 Advanced Ballet

THD08.256 Fundamentals of Jazz Dance

THD08.257 Advanced Jazz Dance

THD08.222 Dance for the Musical Stage

THD08.142 Contact Improvisation

Electives - Theory 6-12 s.h.

THD08.225 Dance Composition I

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THD08.337 Choreography

THD08.436 Dance History

THD08.315 Creative Dance for Children

THD08.465 Dynamics of Human Movement

THD08.126 Movement for the Actor

DANCE CONCENTRATION

Melanie Stewart, Advisor

Memorial Hall

856.256.4032

[email protected]

The dance concentration is a required 24 s.h. course sequence designed expressly for students in the related arts and

humanities disciplines interested in pursuing dance as a career. The courses provide a solid framework through which

students may pursue selected interests in the areas of performance, history, research and education.

Dance Concentration Sequence 24 s.h.

THD08.135 Elements of Dance

THD08.236 Modern Dance I

THD08.237 Modern Dance II

THD08.246 Ballet I

THD08.247 Ballet II

THD08.225 Dance Composition I

THD08.337 Choreography

THD08.436 Dance History

THEATRE DESIGN CONCENTRATION

Bartholomew Healy, Advisor

Edgar F. Bunce Hall

856.256.4232

[email protected]

The purpose of this concentration is to provide an art major with sufficient background in theatre to seek a position as a set

and/or lighting designer or general theatrical technician.

Program Requirements

Students may follow any BA in Art degree program, but some courses in Puppetry are recommended. In place of free

electives, the following courses are required:

Concentration Courses 18 s.h.

Required 12 s.h.

THD07.310 Foundations of Theatrical Design (3 s.h.)

THD07.230 Stage Craft I (1.5 s.h.)

THD07.231 Stage Craft II (1.5 s.h.)

THD07.203 Costuming I (1.5 s.h.)

THD07.205 Costuming II (1.5 s.h.)

THD07.232 Stage Craft III (1.5 s.h.)

THD07.233 Stage Craft IV

Elect 3 s.h. of the following graphics electives:

THD07.300 Drawing & Rendering (3.s.h.)

THD07.305 Drafting & Model Making (3 s.h.)

Elect 3 s.h. of the following design electives:

THD07.350 Scene Design (3 s.h.)

THD07.353 Lighting Design (3 s.h.)

THD07.356 Costume Design (3 s.h.)

Living Theatre or Introduction to Theatre are recommended in order to give the student a broad introduction and

background in the art of theatre.

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College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Parviz H. Ansari, Dean

Robinson Hall

856.256.4852

Ieva Zake, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs

Robinson Hall

856.256.4853

[email protected]

Tricia Yurak, Assistant Dean for Undergraduate and Graduate Students

Robinson Hall

856.256.4851

[email protected]

Janet Lindman, Assistant Dean for Assessment and Planning

Robinson Hall

856.256.4850

[email protected]

Greg Caputo, Dean's Fellow for Research and Grants

Robinson Hall

856.256.4850

[email protected]

Gloria Sanders, Director of Finance and Administration

Robinson Hall

856.256.4850

[email protected]

Our Mission

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences affirms the humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences as the core of liberal

education and the foundation of professional preparation. As the largest and most diverse academic unit of Rowan

University, the College is committed to excellence in instruction, research, and scholarship. Its disciplines promote

extensive interaction between faculty and students, attention to individual development of critical and creative thinking, the

building of interdisciplinary communities through partnerships both internal and external, and the development of new

knowledge through research and creative activities. The College plays an essential role in Rowan's mission: to educate

students who remain lifelong learners and ethically responsible citizens, sensitive to cultural and ethnic diversity and

engaged in advancing our global society.

Programs Offered

The College provides General Education courses in the humanities, mathematics and the natural sciences, and the social

and behavioral sciences. These courses give our students a breadth of knowledge while developing skills in oral and written

communication, quantitative reasoning, computing, critical thinking, and research.

Our students go on to acquire a depth of knowledge in one of the major programs in the College. Expert faculty who have

distinguished themselves in their disciplines through research, scholarship, and other professional activities help our

students learn both in the classroom, through engaging lectures and interactive pedagogical approaches, and outside of the

classroom, through laboratories and research projects. Our faculty care genuinely about the success of our students and

make themselves available for advising, mentoring, and academic discussion.

The College also offers pre-professional programs in medicine and allied health. Articulation agreements between Rowan

University and professional schools of dentistry, medicine, medical technology, optometry, podiatry and veterinary science

help our students make a smooth transition to those schools. Students interested in pursuing a law degree may work with

the College's pre-law advisor and become involved with the Pre-Law Society to prepare for application to law school.

The College offers several Interdisciplinary majors: Africana Studies, American Studies, Environmental Studies, Liberal

Studies: Humanities and Social Sciences and Liberal Studies: Math & Sciences. The College also offers minors in most of the

disciplines, and concentrations in several disciplines such as African American Studies, Asian Studies, Cartography and

Geography Information Systems, Ethics, Geoscience, International Studies, Planning, Urban Studies, and Women's and

Gender Studies. The minors and concentrations, along with free elective courses, allow students to complete their major

area of study in ways that are particularly appropriate to their individual interests and career goals.

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Departments

The departments in the College are: Biological Sciences, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Computer Science, English, Foreign

Languages and Literatures, Geography and the Environment, History, Law and Justice Studies, Mathematics, Philosophy

and Religion Studies, Physics and Astronomy, Political Science and Economics, Psychology, and Sociology and

Anthropology.