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GRADUATE CATALOG
GAinEy SChOOL Of BUSinESS
Master of Business Administration
SChOOL Of GRADUATE AnD PROfESSiOnAL STUDiES
Master of Arts in Counseling Master of Arts in family Studies Master of Arts in Organizational Management Master of Science in nursing
SChOOL Of ARTS AnD SCiEnCES
Master of Arts in Communication Master of Arts in Spiritual formation and Leadership
SChOOL Of EDUCATiOn
Master of Arts in Education Master of Special Education
Spring Arbor University is a Christian liberal arts university accredited through the Higher Learning Commission 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602- PH: 312.263.
ThE SPRinG ARBOR UniVERSiTy COnCEPT Spring Arbor University is a community of learners distinguished by our lifelong involvement in the study and application of the liberal arts, total commitment to Jesus Christ as the perspective for learning, and critical participation in the contemporary world.
fROM ThE ViCE PRESiDEnT
fOR ACADEMiC AffAiRS
Welcome to all graduate students. We welcome you to an enriching opportunity to continue your experiences as a learner.
Spring Arbor University’s graduate programs provide high quality learning experiences and student-focused environments. Our graduate programs are grounded in the liberal arts and Christian worldview.
This catalog gives an overview of program content and degree requirements. It should be a valuable guide as you track your degree progress, work with your advisor, or consider matching program offerings to your learning needs and career aspirations. The policies and expectations set forth in the catalog are designed to assure program quality, consistency, accountability, and program match with the values and mission of the University.
We invite you to learn more about us through visiting our web site (www.arbor. edu). It is our pleasure to serve you.
We wish you much success and many blessings as you pursue your educational goals.
Sincerely,
Betty J. Overton-Adkins, Ph.D. Vice President for Academic Affairs
Table of ConTenTs
GEnERAL infORMATiOn BASIC GrADUATE INfOrMATION ....................................................... 8 ACADEMIC POLICIES .......................................................................... 13 STUDENT SErVICES ............................................................................ 19 UNIVErSITY ADMINISTrATION ........................................................ 19 MAP Of MAIN CAMPUS .................................................................... 22
GAinEy SChOOL Of BUSinESS MASTEr Of BUSINESS ADMINISTrATION ......................................... 25
SChOOL Of GRADUATE AnD PROfESSiOnAL STUDiES MASTEr Of ArTS IN COUNSELING ................................................... 37 MASTEr Of ArTS IN fAMILY STUDIES ............................................... 51 MASTEr Of ArTS IN OrGANIzATIONAL MANAGEMENT ................ 57 MASTEr Of SCIENCE IN NUrSING ................................................... 67
SChOOL Of ARTS & SCiEnCES MASTEr Of ArTS IN COMMUNICATION .......................................... 81 MASTEr Of ArTS IN SPIrITUAL fOrMATION AND LEADErSHIP .... 93
SChOOL Of EDUCATiOn MASTEr Of ArTS IN EDUCATION ................................................... 101 MASTEr Of SPECIAL EDUCATION ................................................... 101
Contents
Community Expectations As with all aspects of Spring Arbor University, graduate programs are dedicated to fostering academic, social, physical and spiritual growth for its students. Spring Arbor University trusts that students either share the Christian perspective of the University or are amenable to such perspectives while a student. As active participants in the community, students enrolled at Spring Arbor University are expected to govern their lives in a way that is pleasing to the Creator, enriching to others and self-rewarding.
non-Discriminatory Statement Spring Arbor University does not exclude any persons who are qualified applicants from participation in our graduate programs, activities and benefits by reason of race, color, national origin, gender, age or handicap. Applicants do not need to be professing Christians; however, students should know the program is delivered with a Christian worldview.
Diversity at Spring Arbor University Spring Arbor University is a community of learners committed to reflecting the Kingdom of God in the diversity of our students, faculty, staff, trustees, and other associates. Valuing the dignity of every human being is part of the historic legacy of our founding denomination. The University’s continued focus on creating a diverse learning environment reflects these values and honors our heritage.
The University is committed to being a place where ethnic and racial inclusiveness is a hallmark of the community we create. However, as an imperfect human organization, we must acknowledge and plan for the challenge that such diversity brings. But we boldly embrace this challenge, because as Christians, we know it is right. Jesus Christ is the perspective for our teaching and through Him, we are called to move beyond mere tolerance of each other to genuine acceptance and mutually transformative learning.
Becoming a diverse community of learners is consistent with our liberal arts tradition. It facilitates a healthy exchange of cultural, economic, social, religious, philosophical, and political views within the classroom and in campus activities.
further, as an educational institution, we know we will ill-prepare students for personal and professional lives in a global society if we fail to expose them to the rich diversity of peoples and cultures. This exposure cannot solely come from books but needs to be tested and experienced through interactive and on-going personal relationships.
Therefore, we will seek ways to invite and welcome diversity into our community. We will be proactive and creative in integrating different cultural perspectives into the curriculum and community life, and we will strive to be always a community of love and respect.
Catalog Subject to Change Courses and policies listed in this catalog are subject to change through normal University procedures. Policy revisions are normally implemented in the next academic year following their adoption by the graduate council and academic senate. However, occasionally a policy may be changed and implemented in the same academic year. A curriculum or policy change could be applied to matriculated students and for this reason, this catalog should not be construed as constituting a contract between the University and any person. To complete a degree, a student is normally expected to meet the requirements listed in the catalog which is in effect for the year of the student’s admission or readmission to the University. Students may also need to meet additional degree requirements that have been officially published.
important Catalog note Spring Arbor University has four schools: Gainey School of Business, School of Graduate and Professional Studies, School of Education, and School of Arts and Sciences. The requirements and expectations in this Catalog apply to all graduate students, regardless of the school in which the course or degree program is housed. Individual schools, however, may impose additional requirements or expectations. See specific degree for additional information.
BASiC GRADUATE infORMATiOn
Graduate Programs of Study Spring Arbor University offers the following master’s degrees. for information, please call the regional site closest to you or the number shown below:
Master of Arts in Communication 517.750. Master of Arts in Counseling 517.750. Master of Arts in Education 517.750. Master of Arts in family Studies 517.750. Master of Arts in Organizational Management 517.750. Master of Arts in Spiritual formation and Leadership 517.750. Master of Business Administration 517.750. Master of Science in Nursing 269.372.9754 ext. 4058 Master of Special Education 517.750.
Accreditation All degrees offered by Spring Arbor University are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602. Both graduate and undergraduate programs offered by the University’s School of Education are approved by the Michigan Department of Education and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), 2010 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Suite 500, Washington, D.C. 20036; telephone:
Admissions Appeals Students may only appeal denial of admissions. An appeal is initiated via written petition, which provides rationale and, where appropriate, includes supporting documentation. Appeals are presented to the program director, who will convene a review committee. The committee’s decision is final.
international Student Admission International students are subject to all admission requirements of the graduate program and additional requirements as outlined below:
- Hold a degree equivalent to a bachelor’s from a regionally accredited academic institution in the United States. International applicants must submit official copies of their transcripts and certificates from each institution attended. for each school, one official transcript should be sent to Spring Arbor University and one must be submitted to one of the following services for evaluation: AACrAO (www.aacrao.org) or WES (www.wes.org). The service must send the evaluation(s) directly to Spring Arbor University. Degrees earned from institutions outside the United States must be equivalent to or higher than, a U.S. baccalaureate.
- Provide evidence of proficiency in the English language on the Test of English as a foreign Language (TOEfL) **
- Provide a financial resources statement.
- Submit proof of medical insurance.
NOTE: To maintain student status with immigration a student must be full-time (a minimum of six credit hours per semester).
** Minimum TOEfL scores: Paper-based = 550, Computer-based = 220, Web- based = 80
Background Check Spring Arbor University (SAU) values a reputation for honesty, integrity, and a safe environment for our community of learners and to the greater community in which we serve. To safeguard these standards, SAU may require a background check. The specific policy guidelines and final review processes are outlined by the individual school, program, office, or department.
Guest Student Admissions Students may apply for permission to enroll in a limited number of classes as a guest. This process allows students to experience a graduate-level course or take a class to transfer to another program. Please request this application form from the program office.
non-degree Student Admissions This category includes students who wish to take classes but who have no desire to complete a degree. Contact the program office for further information.
full-time Status Enrollment in at least six graduate credits during any semester is considered full-time. Enrollment in at least three graduate credits during any semester is considered half-time. Grants and loans from state and/or federal governments are available for students who are enrolled at least half-time and who have been accepted in a degree program. Students should contact the financial Aid Office for assistance.
Semester Credit Limits Students may not enroll in more than 30 hours per 12-month period in any Spring Arbor University graduate program or combination of graduate programs, without the permission of the program director. Any schedule exceeding 10 hours per semester (traditional semester calendars) or 15 hours in a six-month period (non-traditional semester calendars) must have permission of the program director. A student wishing to register for more than three hours above these limitations must have the permission of the dean of the School of Graduate and Professional Studies.
Assessment Spring Arbor University regularly assesses the effectiveness of all academic programs. registration for classes constitutes agreement to participate in assessment exercises and permission to collect resulting data.
Transfer Credit Programs may accept a maximum of 9 graduate credits by transfer from a regionally-accredited institution. The transferred course grade(s) must be a “B” or better. An official transcript from the institution must be submitted to the appropriate program office with the initial application. Transfer credits must be no more than 6 years old at the time of admission, but certain programs may allow exceptions, depending on the course. The program director has the discretion and the right to determine what is accepted and whether the course will substitute for a required course or elective credit. After admission to a Spring Arbor University graduate program, students wishing to complete coursework at another college or university, with the expectation of that coursework being applied toward a Spring Arbor University degree, must seek written advance approval from the program director.
Overlapping Courses Students may apply credits successfully completed in one SAU master’s degree towards degree requirements in another SAU master’s degree, subject to a maxi- mum of 25% of the credits in each degree and an overall maximum of nine (9) credits.
University is that these principles will be rigorously followed in all academic endeavors, including the preparation and presentation of lectures, preparation of class reports and papers, giving and taking of examinations, and in protecting the validity of assigned grades. This assumes that all work will be done by the person who purports to do the work, without unauthorized aids. Instructors will exercise due diligence in planning and supervising the academic program so that the principles of truth and honesty are upheld. faculty will reserve the right to impose a penalty, including the right to fail any student in a course where the student has been engaged in cheating, plagiarism or other forms of academic dishonesty.
The Spring Arbor University Concept—the heart of this institution—is based on our common commitment to Jesus Christ as the perspective for learning. This means that the Spring Arbor University community seeks to live in close adherence to the example and teaching of Jesus Christ in our personal and scholarly pursuits. With the purpose of encouraging responsible conduct, this policy flows from the Concept and assumes these important community expectations:
- Everyone who is part of the Spring Arbor University community will seek to live a life of highest integrity, both personally and academically.
- Full truthfulness is essential from all those in the Spring Arbor University community.
- Faculty and students will carefully and diligently guard themselves from stealing material or intellectual property — whether physical or electronic in nature.
- Silence about others’ disregard for these standards devalues and violates the principles and spirit of our faith, the Concept and this policy. With prayerful introspection and loving confrontation, we should strive to hold one another accountable to the standards of our faith.
Acknowledging the call in the principles above, we challenge ourselves to maintain integrity in all we do academically. There shall be no cheating, misrepresentation, or plagiarism (borrowing ideas, images, facts, stylistic phrasing, or quoted material without credit) on assignments, tests, lectures, handouts or any other written materials. SAU¹s Academic Integrity policy is available electronically on its web site.
ACADEMiC POLiCiES
Academic Advising In each graduate program an academic advisor is available to assist students with planning and implementing their academic careers. The University provides the Academic Planner for all students to use for planning, registering, and dropping
and adding courses. The Academic Planner is available through the MySAU Portal (http://mysau.arbor.edu) and is a tool that all students are expected to use. for support in using the Academic Planner, please refer to instructions provided online. If further assistance is needed, contact your advisor.
Student Responsibilities While Spring Arbor University will provide assistance in planning academic programs, students are ultimately responsible for the completion of their program. Students are expected to become familiar with degree requirements and expectations, as well as take the initiative for requesting academic advising assistance.
Probation A student will be placed on probation if his/her GPA falls below 3.0. The time limit that the student must come off probationary status will be the end of the next semester or a minimum of six credits, whichever comes first
Auditing a Course Students who wish to register to audit a class (i.e., attend the class but not receive credit) need to secure permission from the program director. Students must pay the applicable audit fee and any course fees. To have the audit placed on their permanent record, students must meet the regular attendance policy of the course. registration for audit may not be changed to credit after that term’s drop/ add period. If credit is subsequently needed or desired, the student must retake the course for credit, paying the applicable tuition and fees.
Auditing students will not be required to complete assignments and exams unless the instructor requests that assignments be completed as a necessary part of attending the class. An instructor has no obligation to meet with an auditing student after class or to correct assignments submitted by an auditing student, unless the instructor has requested that the student complete the materials.
Adding a Course Students may add courses during the authorized drop/add period by utilizing the Academic Schedule Planner on the MySAU Portal.
Dropping a Course Students who wish to drop a course during the authorized drop/add period, must use the Academic Schedule Planner on the MySAU Portal. It is important that students check with the program office to learn the applicable deadlines and tuition charges. Students dropping a course after the first week (or the authorized drop/add period, if different) will be charged tuition for the course.
will be placed on academic probation. Students on academic probation who have been unable to raise their overall GPA to 3.00 after taking six additional credit hours will be dismissed from the program.
Dismissal Students who have been dismissed may apply for readmission after one year has elapsed. Evidence to support the request for readmission must be submitted in writing.
Dismissal may also occur for disciplinary reasons as a result of violating standards of academic integrity or legal, professional and ethical standards.
Appeals
Grade Appeals Student wishing to appeal a final grade must do so within 30 days after the grade has been posted. At all times, the burden of proof is on the student. The following procedures must be followed.
Step 1: The student should confer with the instructor, stating his/her objections to the assigned grade and providing any relevant evidence. If both parties reach an agreement, the instructor has the right (but not the obligation) to change the submitted grade.
Step 2: If the student makes at least two unsuccessful attempts to contact the instructor and provides documentation of those efforts, or if contact is made but an agreement is not reached, the student may appeal to the program director in writing or by e-mail. The program director may consult with the school dean.
Step 3: If the matter remains unresolved, the student may contact the Academic Affairs Office for the appropriate forms. Upon receipt of properly completed forms by the student, the Academic Affairs Office will convene a committee to review all materials and make a recommendation to the Academic Affairs Office. The final (and non-appealable) decision rests with Academic Affairs. If the appeal is upheld, the originally submitted grade will be changed to “S” (satisfactory), which will remove that course from GPA calculations.
Note: The appeal process can take up to three months. Because this is a private university administrative hearing, legal counsel or representation is inappropriate.
Academic Policy Appeals If a student believes that the university has not followed published policies
regarding academic decisions, the student may appeal the decision. The student must initiate the process within 30 days of the decision. At all times, the burden of proof is on the student. The following procedures must be followed.
Step 1: The student should confer with the individual who made the decision for a full explanation of the policy and how it was followed.
Step 2: If the matter remains unresolved, the student may appeal to the program director in writing or by e-mail. The program director may consult with the associate dean for graduate programs.
Step 3: If the matter remains unresolved, the student may contact the Academic Affairs Office for the appropriate forms. Upon receipt of properly completed forms by the student, the Academic Affairs Office will consider the appeal and render a final (and non-appealable) decision.
Note: The appeal process can take up to three months. Because this is a private university administrative hearing, legal counsel or representation is inappropriate.
Graduate Attendance Policy regular attendance and participation is expected in all graduate programs. refer to specific program guidelines for details.
Tuition and fees Cost of tuition and fees for each graduate program can be obtained from the Spring Arbor University business office. fees for special materials may be required for some courses. All fees are nonrefundable. In addition to tuition and fees, each course will require textbooks and other materials. If any additional fees or costs must be assessed, they will be explained at the time the fees or costs go into effect. Tuition and fee changes will be published each year.
nOTE: Spring Arbor University reserves the right to adjust tuition, books, and fees.
Payments Students are expected to pay tuition and fees before class begins. Most programs require payment at least three weeks in advance. A third-party payment plan is available, details of which can be obtained through the business office. failure to meet financial obligations may result in the referral of the delinquent account to an outside agency for collection of the total amount due plus all applicable collection costs.
their requirements by the anticipated date should send written notification to their respective program offices.
Diplomas will not be issued to students whose financial obligations to the University are not met.
STUDEnT SERViCES
All graduate students who are currently enrolled at Spring Arbor University may use on-campus facilities, including the library, computer labs, academic student connection, career center, physical education complex and dining and snack facilities.
Library Services Spring Arbor University has online library services to aid students in their learning. Pass codes will be given to enrolled students. This will allow access to library resources from home or work. A computer is located at each regional center if students choose to do their research there.
UniVERSiTy ADMiniSTRATiOn
EXECUTiVE TEAM
Charles h. Webb, Ph.D. President
Jeffrey E. Edwards, MBA Vice President and CIO - Technology Services
Kimberly hayworth, M.B.A. Vice President for Student Development & Learning
Jay E. Mansur, C.f.S. Vice President for University Advancement
Matthew S. Osborne, M.A. Vice President for Enrollment Management
Betty J. Overton-Adkins, Ph.D. Vice President for Academic Affairs
Jerry L. White M.S.E., C.P.A. Vice President for Business and Finance
Damon M. Seacott, M.A. Chief of Staff
OThER ADMiniSTRATiOn
Rodney M. Stewart, M.B.A. Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs
Geoffrey A. Marsh, BS Director of Financial Aid
Roy B. Meador iii, M.L.S. Library Director
Darlene T. Mefford, M.A. Dean for Academic Services and Registrar
Terry L. McClintic, M.A. Graduate Records Coordinator
Gordon M. Eccles B.B.A. Director of Student Financial Services
James Coe, Ph.D. Dean of the Gainey School of Business
Linda Sherrill, Ed.D. Dean of the School of Education
naomi J. Larsen, Ph.D. Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences
Robert P. hamill, Ph.D. Dean of the School of Graduate and Professional Studies
Carl E. Pavey, D.Min. Associate Dean of Graduate Studies
Sharon E. norris, M.B.A. Director of Master of Business Administration
Terri L. Pardee, Ph.D., LPC Director of Master of Arts in Counseling
Martin A. Covey, Ph.D., CfLE Director of Master of Arts in Family Studies
George E. Griffin, Ed.D. Director of Master of Arts in Organizational Management
Cindy E. Meredith, M.S.n., R.n. Director of Master of Science in Nursing
Kathryn E. Bell, Ph.D. Director of Graduate Programs of the School of Education
Donna M. Bergman Ed.D. Director of Master of Special Education
Wallis C. Metts, Jr., Ph.D. Director of Master of Arts in Communication
Brent Ellis, M.Div., Ed.D. Director of Master of Arts in Spiritual Formation and Leadership
