Catalog 12-13.indd - McMurry University

McMURRY UNIVERSITYSouth 14th and Sayles BoulevardABILENE, TEXAS 79697-2339Telephone Number: 325-793-3800Offi ce of Admissions: 1-800-460-2392FAX Number: 325-793-4701www.mcm.edu2012-2013 CATALOGMcMurry University is accredited by theCommission on Colleges of the Southern Association ofColleges and Schools to award baccalaureate and master’s degrees.Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur,Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about theaccreditation of McMurry University.also accredited byUniversity Senate of the United Methodist ChurchTexas Education AgencyCommission on Collegiate Nursing Education (BSN Program)member ofNational Association of Schools and Colleges of the UnitedMethodist ChurchIndependent Colleges and Universities of TexasTexas United Methodist College AssociationNational Collegiate Honors CouncilCouncil of Independent CollegesNational Association of Independent Colleges & UniversitiesCouncil on Undergraduate ResearchAssociation of Governing BoardsBULLETIN OF McMURRY UNIVERSITY(USPS 074 - 540)2012-2013NINETIETH SESSIONVOLUME LXXXXMay 2012No. 13Periodical Privileges Paid at Abilene, Texas.Published Annually

TABLE OF CONTENTSMcMURRY UNIVERSITYCampus Map 3Campus Calendar 4GENERAL INFORMATIONIntroduction to McMurry 9Campus Buildings and Facilities 10Campus Life 13Admission Policies and Procedures 17Financial Information 23ACADEMIC PROGRAMSAcademic Policies 27Degree Requirements 32Honors Program 34Dyess Air Force Base Program 36DEPARTMENTS OF INSTRUCTION 39Undergraduate Course Descriptions 160GRADUATE STUDIES 149Graduate Course Descriptions 156DIRECTORIES 207Board of Trustees 207University Personnel 207INDEX 217DISCLAIMERWhile this catalog accurately refl ects the programs, policies, and requirementsat the time of printing, the University reserves the right tochange or amend this catalog in any way as may be deemed necessary.The Catalog of McMurry University is, in effect, an agreementbetween the student and the University. It contains informationconcerning the academic requirements and other regulations of theUniversity.Familiarizing yourself with its provisions will allow you to avoid manyof the misunderstandings, delays, and diffi culties which otherwise willconfront you as you seek to meet the requirements for matriculationand graduation.Cover By Le’ann Ardoyno2

Campus Map23. Shirley L. & Mildred Garrison UnitedMethodist Campus Center24. J. E. and L. E. Mabee Dining Hall25. Athletic Practice Field26. Ko Sari Oak Grove27. Chapin Art Building28. Walt Driggers Baseball Field29. Student Apartment Complex30. Gypsy Ted Art Gallery31. Rigdon Edwards Soccer Field32. Bobby Carter Throws ComplexP Parking12. Bynum Band Hall13. Phillips Family Student Activity Center14. R. M. Medley Field House15. Wilford Moore Stadium16. Seidel-Swagerty Tennis Center17. Wah Wahtaysee Park18. Amy Graves Ryan Fine Arts Center19. Sacred Wind Sculpture Garden20. Furr Welcome Center21. Finch-Gray Science Center22. J.W. Hunt Physical Education Center(Kimbrell arena)1. C. E. Maedgen Administration Building2. Radford Memorial Auditorium3. Old Main Building4. Harold Groves Cooke Liberal Arts Building5. President Residence Hall6. Gold Star Memorial Residence Hall7. Iris Graham Education Building8. James Winford Hunt Memorial Residence Hall9. Martin Residence Hall10. T.I.P. Anchor Garden11. Jay-Rollins Library3

Academic CalendarMcMURRY UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC CALENDAR2012 - 2013Fall 2012 Term August 27 - December 14Mini I Term August 27 - October 17Mini II Term October 18 - December 14August21 New Faculty Meeting22 Faculty Meeting 8:30 am22 Residence Halls Open for Freshmen23-26 War Hawk Welcome Week23 Faculty Retreat 8:00 am - 5:00 pm24 Academic Advising and late Registration 8:00 am - 5:00 pm27 Classes Begin 8:00 am31 Last Day to Add a Course for Mini I Term31 Last Day to Register or Add a Full Term CourseSeptember1 Graduation Application Deadline for May and August 2013 Graduates4 Fall Convocation 11:00 am5 Census Day 5:00 pm14 Last Day to Drop a Course for Mini I Term with a “W”October5 Last Day to Drop a Full Term Course With a “W”10 Last Day to Drop a Course or Withdraw for Mini I Term10 Last Day to Submit Mini I Term Administrative Drops17 Offi cial End of Mini I Term18 First Day of Classes for Mini II Term22 Final Grades for Mini I Term due in Registrar’s Offi ce 5:00 pm24 Last Day to Add a Course for Mini II Term24 Mid-Term Grades Due in Registrar’s Offi ce 5:00 pm25-28 Homecoming (No Classes on Friday)26 Board of Trustees MeetingsNovember8 Last Day to Drop a Course for Mini II Term with a “W”12 Registration For Spring 2012 Semester21-23 Thanksgiving Recess26 Classes Resume after Thanksgiving RecessDecember7 Last Day to Drop a Course or Withdraw From Mini II Term7 Last Day to Drop a Full Term Course7 Last Day to Withdraw From the University4

McMURRY UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC CALENDAR2012 - 2013Academic CalendarDecember7 Last Day to Submit Administrative Drops10-14 Final Examinations14 Offi cial End of the Fall Semester15 Commencement17 Final Grades due in Registrar’s Offi ce 10:00 amSpring 2013 Term January 14 - May 10Mini I Term January 14 - March 8Mini II Term March 18 - May 10January11 Academic Advising and Late Registration 8:00 - 5:00 pm14 Classes Begin18 Last Day to Register or Add a Course for Mini I Term18 Last Day to Register or Add a Full Term Course21 Martin Luther King Holiday24 Census Day 5:00 pmFebruary1 Graduation Application Deadline for December 2013 Graduates4 Last Day to Drop a Course for Mini I Term with a “W”22 Last Day to Drop a Full Term Course with a “W”March1 Last Day to Drop a Course or Withdraw for Mini I Term1 Last Day to Submit Mini I Term Administrative Drops6 Mid-Term Grades Due in Registrar’s Offi ce 5:00 pm8 Offi cial End of Mini I Term11-15 Spring Break12 Final Grades for Mini I Term due in Registrar’s Offi ce 5:00 pm18 Classes Resume After Spring Break by 8:00 am18 First Day of Class for Mini II Term22 Last Day to Add a Course for Mini II Term22 Board of Trustees Meeting29 Easter HolidayApril1 Easter Holiday8 Registration for May, Summer and Fall begins9 Last Day to Drop a Course for Mini II Term with a “W”May3 Last day to Drop a Course or Withdraw form Mini II Term5

Academic CalendarMcMURRY UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC CALENDAR2012 - 2013May3 Last Day to Drop a Full Term Course3 Last Day to Withdraw from the University3 Last Day to Submit Administrative Drops6-10 Final Exams10 Offi cial End of Spring Semester11 Commencement14 Final Grades Due in Registrar’s Offi ce 5:00 p.m.May Term 2013 May 13 - May 3113 Classes Begin13 Last Day to Register or Add a Course14 Census Day 5:00 pm15 Last Day to Drop a Course with a “W”23 Last Day to Drop a Course or Withdraw from the University23 Last Day to Submit Administrative Drops27 Memorial Day Holiday31 Offi cial End of May TermSummer I 2013 June 3 - July 5June3 Classes Begin4 Final May Term Grades due in Registrar’s Offi ce 5:00 pm4 Last Day to Register or Add a Course5 Census Day 5:00 pm18 Last Day to Drop a Course with a “W”27 Last Day to Drop a Course or Withdraw from the University27 Last Day to Submit Administrative DropsJuly4 July 4 th Holiday5 Offi cial End of Summer ISummer II 2013 July 8 - August 98 Classes Begin9 Final Summer I Grades Due in Registrar’s Offi ce 5:00 pm9 Last Day to Register or Add a Course10 Census Day23 Last Day to Drop a Course with a “W”August1 Last Day to Drop A Course or Withdraw from the University6

McMURRY UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC CALENDAR2012 - 2013Academic CalendarAugust1 Last Day to Submit Administrative Drops9 Offi fi al End of Summer II13 Final Grades due in Registrar’s Offi ce 5:00 pm7

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FROM THE PRESIDENTWELCOME TO MCMURRY UNIVERSITY!McMurry University is pleased to offer this catalogof programs. Collectively, these programs define the McMurry Experience, an experience thatis marked by opportunities for student achievementin all aspects of our campus activities. Thisexperience is guided by our fi ve Core Values:GENERALINFORMATIONIntroduction to McMurryCampus LifeAdmission ProceduresFinancial InformationChristian Faith as the foundation of life,Personal Relationships as the catalyst for life,Learning as the journey of life,Excellence as the goal of life, andService as the measure of life.Whether in McMurry’s rigorous academic programs,in the variety of our student activities, oron the fi elds of intercollegiate athletic competition,students will be challenged to achieve anddevelop the character and leadership attributesso vital to responsible and ethical citizenship inthe twenty-fi rst century.McMurry University is committed to providing thefull range of opportunities in which students willbe encouraged and motivated to achieve. Thevalues and lessons reinforced at McMurry University,both in the classroom and outside theclassroom, will prepare students of today to beleaders of tomorrow. That is our mission...that isour vision.John H. Russell, Ph.D.President, McMurry University9

MissionINTRODUCTION TO McMURRYMISSION OF M C MURRY UNIVERSITYThe mission of McMurry University is to provide a Christian liberalarts and professional education that prepares students for a fulfi llinglife of leadership and service.The University fulfills this mission by fostering a campusculture that is distinctive in the following ways:McMurry is shaped by the Christian faith.As a United Methodist institution grounded in the Wesleyan traditions ofintellectual achievement and vital piety, McMurry nurtures and cares foreach student as a unique individual, helps students through the manychallenges of higher education, and provide the resources necessary tohelp students grow as whole persons spiritually, emotionally, morally, intellectually,socially, and physically. Our pursuit of academic excellence issupported by our belief that truth, in a universe created by God, is nothingto fear. We honor the Creator when we use our minds for their intendedpurpose of learning in ways unhindered by prejudice or ignorance.McMurry provides a liberal arts education to every student.We believe that the liberal arts are the foundation of an examined, informed,and worthwhile life. Throughout the general education curriculum,all students engage questions of goodness, truth, and beauty as they havebeen interpreted by the leading lights of ancient and modern civilizations.Through the liberal arts, our students develop an abiding sense ofpersonal integrity, an informed appreciation for the perspectives of others,and a clear vision of their moral and spiritual identity.McMurry prepares students for a fulfilling life of leadershipand service.On the basis of our shared liberal arts background, McMurry studentspursue studies that prepare them for a variety of worthwhile careers.McMurry’s extracurricular activities, programs, and organizations givestudents practical experience in leadership and service. Whether enteringprofessional life upon graduation or going on to graduate study, studentsleave our campus with a solid basis for a fulfi lling life of leadership andservice in their chosen professions and their civic and religious communities.McMurry expects and enables excellence throughout theUniversity community.We believe that our distinctive campus culture will fl ourish only if allmembers of the McMurry community strive for excellence. We commitourselves to high expectations for everyone at McMurry - students, faculty,administrators, trustees, and staff - and to provide the human and fi nancialresources necessary for meeting those exacting standards. We aim tobe a community in which students expand their intellectual and culturalhorizons as they develop an enthusiasm for lifelong learning. We pledgeto hold our students accountable to the highest possible standards ofacademic achievement and to provide excellent professors who will helpthem meet these expectations.HISTORY.McMurry College was voted into being at the annual session of the NorthwestTexas Conference of the Methodist Church in October, 1920, at Clarendon,Texas. The College was established at Abilene upon an offer ofinducements from the Chamber of Commerce and other benefactors. Theconstruction of the first building, now the Old Main Building, was begun inthe spring of 1922. By action of the same conference which establishedthe school, Dr. J.W. Hunt was elected its first president. Under his directionthe College opened its doors in September, 1923.McMurry University is the legal and spiritual successor to four historiceducational institutions of West Texas and New Mexico, namely, StamfordCollege, Clarendon College, Western College and Seth Ward College.McMurry is now the custodian of some records of these colleges and hasincorporated their ex-students into the Alumni and Ex-Students Associationof McMurry University. In 1947, the Dallas Institute of Vocal and10Dramatic Art was merged with McMurry College, contributing increasedstrength to the College’s academic and fi ne arts facilities. By action of theMcMurry College Board of Trustees in October 1989, McMurry Collegewas renamed McMurry University effective with the beginning of the 1990Fall Semester. This change was accompanied by the creation of a Collegeof Arts and Sciences, School of Business, School of Education, andthe Patty Hanks Shelton School of Nursing, as well as signifi cant curricularinnovations. McMurry University is recognized as an innovative, liberalarts university offering quality liberal arts, pre-professional, and professionalundergraduate education to its students. Thousands of her alumniare serving with distinction in signifi cant positions throughout America.In recent years McMurry has made a particularly enviable record in thesound preparation of young men and women for careers in business, science,education, and the Christian ministry.CAMPUS BUILDINGS AND FACILITIESADMINISTRATION BUILDING. The C.E. Maedgen AdministrationBuilding, completed in 1962, houses the administrative offi ces of theUniversity. This structure will remain as a lasting tribute to the late Mr. andMrs. C.E. Maedgen of Lubbock, Texas.BAND HALL. This two-story structure contains a large rehearsal room,offi ces, practice rooms, and storage rooms. The funds for its constructionwere provided through the generous gifts of foundations and alumni andfriends of the McMurry Band Program. A total renovation was completedin 2008.BOBBY LEE CARTER THROWS COMPLEXDedicated in April 2011, the Bobby Lee Carter Throws Complex, locatedjust to the west of Wilford Moore Stadium, is one of the fi nest small collegestate-of-the-art throws facilities for the shot put, discus, hammer throw andjavelin events. The facility has been enclosed by an eight-foot chain-linkfence that surrounds the area. Carter was a 1952 graduate of McMurryUniversity and Athletic Hall of Honor inductee in 1999 and was the primarydonor for the throws facility.CAMPUS CENTER. Completed in the fall of 1979, the Shirley L. andMildred Garrison United Methodist Campus Center is a $2 million structurelocated in the center of McMurry’s campus. The campus center is a partiallyunderground structure with grassy slopes rising around its walls.This structure is used for a wide variety of activities. Weekly campusworship services are held in its chapel, dances are held in its ballroom,students’ free time may be spent in the Sports Grille, computers andtutoring are available in the Academic Enrichment Center, and the facultyrelaxes in the faculty lounge. In 2003, the Braniff Lounge became theWindjammers Lounge honoring a McMurry student band of the 1960s.The campus center was recently renovated to include new carpet in theballroom and new furniture and carpeting in the Windjammer’s Lounge.Other facilities located here are the college bookstore, Campus ActivitiesBoard offi ce, post offi ce, the Religious Life offi ce, and the offi ce of theMcMurry Student Government.NOEL R. and ANITA HENRY CHAPIN ART BUILDING. Constructedin 1999-2000. The Chapin Building provides instructional space forceramics and for student and faculty studios.CLASSROOM BUILDING. The Harold Groves Cooke Liberal ArtsBuilding houses classrooms, faculty offi ces, and computer labs.DINING HALL. The J.E. and L.E. Mabee Dining hall was completedin the summer of 1988 at an approximate cost of $1,100,000. It coversapproximately 13,900 square feet and is located adjacent to the northwestcorner of the Campus Center. Food service is prepared to serve in excessof 2,000 meals per day. The dining hall has a maximum seating capacityfor 500 persons.EDUCATION BUILDING. The Iris Graham Education building, a renovationof the Iris Graham Memorial Dining Hall, was completed in 1989. Itprovides offi ces for the Department of Curriculum and Instruction faculty;three general purpose classrooms; two demonstration classrooms; andaudio-visual, curriculum, and computer laboratories. A grant from the

Mayer Foundation of Plainview has allowed the purchase of “state-of-theart”equipment for training future teachers.FIELD HOUSE. The R. M. Medley Field House was completed in thesummer of 1982 at an approximate cost of $400,000. Located just to thesouth of the J.W. Hunt Physical Education Center, and adjacent to WilfordMoore Stadium, the Field House serves as the dressing facility for football.A fully-equipped weight training facility is housed in the Field House aswell as a 3600 square foot carpeted workout area.FURR WELCOME CENTER The Furr Welcome Center opened inSeptember, 2007, and serves as a welcome center for future McMurrystudents and guests. It houses personnel from the Offi ce of InstitutionalAdvancement and provides a meeting and gathering place for McMurryAlumni and friends as well as for outside groups. Its addition to theauditorium improves the accessibility and usability of Radford MemorialAuditorium. The building is adjacent to Radford with an entrance thatfaces southeast. Abilene architect Rick Weatherl designed the buildingto compliment Radford with the Welcome Center closely resembling theoriginal sketches of the Radford Building that included two wings for additionalspace. The principal donors for the building were Doctors Bedfordand Oneta Furr of Abilene, Texas.FINE ARTS CENTER. The Amy Graves Ryan Fine Arts Center is amemorial to the late Mrs. Amy Graves Ryan given by the late Dr. BasilRyan, her husband, who served as a trustee of the University. The FineArts Center houses the Departments of Art, Music, Communication, andTheatre. The Munger Sculpture Garden in the center outdoor area of thefi ne arts complex is a memorial to Mr. L.S. Munger. This was presentedto the University by Dr. and Mrs. Edwin E. Middleton. Marsha Middletoncontributed the abstract stone sculpture to the garden.LIBRARY. The Jay-Rollins Library is one of the most striking buildingson the McMurry campus. With a capacity for 200,000 volumes, the Libraryhas high-vaulted ceilings and lighting effects conducive to study andreading. Stainless steel, glass and masonry make this building a fi ttingmemorial to Mr. and Mrs. S.M. Jay and to Mr. and Mrs. Nat G. Rollins,from whose estates it was largely fi nanced.OLD MAIN BUILDING. The Old Main Building is the former administrativebuilding in which are located several classrooms, faculty offi ces, andadministrative offi ces.PHYSICAL EDUCATION CENTER. The J.W. Hunt Physical EducationCenter is the result of a generous anonymous gift and a $500,000Matching Fund Campaign and was completed at a cost of $1.3 million.The Physical Education Center, located on the west side of the campus,features all modern health and physical education facilities. The mainplaying fl oor is used for men’s and women’s intercollegiate competitionand for a variety of other activities when regularly scheduled programspermit. The gymnasium area, known as Kimbrell Arena, can seat over2,100 for competitive sports events. Also included are individual offi ces forathletic and kinesiology staff members, Wellness Center, two classrooms,and auxiliary service areas.RADFORD AUDITORIUM. Located on the northeast corner of thecampus, Radford Memorial Auditorium further enhances the dignity andbeauty of McMurry University. The building is a gift from Mrs. J.M. Radford,philanthropist and prominent McMurry benefactress. Standing asa beacon to Christian higher education, the tower of this building, whichrises to a height of over one hundred feet, may be seen from a distance ofover twenty miles. Modern Gothic in architectural style, the heart of thisbuilding is its spacious auditorium and sanctuary, which seats twelve hundredpeople. Admissions and Financial Aid offi ces are located in Radford.PHILLIPS FAMILY STUDENT ACTIVITIES CENTER. The Phillips’Family Student Activities Center is attached to the J.W. Hunt PhysicalEducation Center on the south side and extends to the Field house. Thecomplex includes an indoor swimming pool with a handicap lift, recreationgymnasium, student lounge area, and dressing facilities. The swimmingpool includes a diving pool area with 1 meter and 3 meter diving boardsand 6 lanes on a NCAA 25 yard course. It is used for competition andBuildings & Facilitiesinstruction in physical education, and recreation for students, faculty, staff,and alumni. The gymnasium includes basketball, volleyball, badmintonand racquetball courts.SCIENCE. The Finch-Gray Science Center provides laboratory, classroom,and office space for the Departments of Biology, Chemistry, andPhysics. This building will remain as a lasting tribute to Mr. and Mrs. O.H.Finch, Sr. and the late Mrs. Rebecca Estes Gray.WILFORD MOORE STADIUM. The university stadium contains astandard track and athletic fi eld. It is used for all McMurry home footballgames and track meets.RESIDENCE HALLSLiving on campus provides many opportunities to discover and developone’s talents. In addition, students tend to become better assimilated intoMcMurry’s culture and develop rapid friendships and support networksby living on campus. Students live together in learning and living communitieswhere they receive support from trained resident assistants andpeer leaders. The experience of living on campus is the foundation to lifebeyond McMurry. Due to the advantages of residing on campus, McMurryrequires that all students who are single, under the age of 21, have earnedless than 60 McMurry credit hours, or who do not reside with a parentor legal guardian within 30 miles of McMurry live on campus. Anyonewishing to reside off campus must get approval through application to theResidenceLife office.All students in the residence halls are required to purchase a meal plan.All residents are responsible for following the guidelines set by McMurryUniversity concerning housing, as well as all policies and regulations listedin the Council Fire, in the housing agreement, and The Residence LifeGuidebook.There are 5 residential centers located on the McMurry campus:‣ Gold Star Residence Hall - The Gold Star Memorial Residence Hallopened in 1948. This hall houses men and women and is a memorialto the Methodist men and women of the Northwest Texas and NewMexico conferences who gave their lives in World War II. The hall isarranged by suites with shared bath facilities.‣ Hunt Residence Hall - James Winford Hunt Memorial Residence Hallhouses only men. The rooms are arranged in suites with shared bathfacilities. This residence hall was newly renovated and ready for occupancyin Fall 2005.‣ Martin Residence Hall - William C. Martin Residence Hall housesonly women in rooms that are arranged by suites with shared bathfacilities. This residence hall was newly renovated and ready for occupancyin Fall 2005.‣ President Residence Hall - President Residence Hall was the fi rsthall on campus. President houses men only. Each room has differentdimensions and shares one of two centralized bath facilities oneach fl oor.‣ Apartments - Students who have completed 30 or more hours havethe option of living in the McMurry apartment community convenientlylocated on campus. The apartments are furnished, have completekitchens, open living area with a separate bedroom for each resident.A common area open to all apartment residents for studying andrelaxing is available with attached laundry facilities. Residents livingin the apartments are not required to purchase a meal plan, but havethe option if they so desire.ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT CENTERThe Academic Enrichment Center (AEC), located in the Jay RollinsLibrary, is an integral part of the academic services of McMurry University.The AEC serves the university by providing academic support and instructionalresources for students, staff, and faculty in a comprehensive learningenvironment. Resources include a scanner, color printer, fax machine,and access to academic software programs. Services provided include11

Buildings & Facilitiesprofessional tutoring, peer tutoring, computer tutorials, access to academicsoftware programs, and internet access. Other services provided includeacademic counseling and study skills development. The primary functionof the AEC is to provide vital academic support services to all McMurrystudents through programs designed to help underprepared students prepare,prepared students advance, and advanced students excel. Throughthe tools and services it provides, the AEC helps enable students from alleconomic and educational backgrounds to pursue academic excellence.The Director of Academic Enrichment and Developmental Studies is assistedby four professional tutors and two professional staff. Peer tutorsare also available to assist students in various subject areas. During thefall and spring semesters, the AEC is normally open during the followinghours:Monday - Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.and6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.Friday:Sunday:8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.LIBRARY FACILITIESThe Jay-Rollins Library and its Learning Commons serve the students,faculty, and staff of the University and the Abilene Community as a memberof the Abilene Library Consortium. The library contains over 156,550volumes as well as a growing collection of digital, print and non-printresources, including databases, online books, journals, and media. Inaddition, patrons have access to the library collections at Abilene ChristianUniversity, Hardin-Simmons University, Howard Payne University, andthe Abilene Public Library through the Consortium’s online catalog.Together the libraries collections total more than 2 million items. Theseresources can be accessed at the library’s home page:http://www.mcm.edu/newsite/web/library/.With our discovery tool Multi-Search, patrons can search the catalog,databases and online books & ejournals at the same time.Off-Campus access to databases is available with a McMurry networklogin.The Learning Commons encompasses the Academic EnrichmentCenter (AEC), MOVE Tablet Computing offi ce, the offi ce of the OnlineEducational Design Support Specialist, and a Communication/ Studio.The Library’s Media Center, located behind the Circulation Desk, offersadditional media related services, including equipment checkout, andconsultation on media integration in the classroom. In addition, there aretwo classrooms on the 2nd fl oor of the Library.The Library has WiFi access throughout the building and a Java Citycoffee shop in the lobby. Three professional librarians assisted by fourfull time personnel, one part time staffer and student assistants are onduty 79.5 hours a week during the fall and spring semesters. The library’sregular hours are:Sunday:Monday - Thursday:Friday:3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.7:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.The University Archives and three special collections are housed in theLibrary: the J.W. Hunt Library of Texana and the Southwest, the E. L. andA. W. Yeats Collection, and the Grady McWhiney Collection in Celtic,Southern and Civil War History. The library is an active participant inOCLC Inc., and is a member of the AMIGOS Bibliographic Council, theLlano Estacado Information Access Network (LEIAN), and the TexasCouncil of Independent College and University Libraries (TICUL).COMPUTER RESOURCESComputer resources are well integrated into McMurry’s curriculum. TheUniversity supplies students with the use of tablet PC computers through aprogram known as MOVE. The students trade in their computer for a newone after two years. Every residence hall is wired into the computer networkwith a port for each student providing Internet and e-mail service. Allclassrooms, residence halls, and most of the remaining campus also havewireless access. There are currently 6 multipurpose computer laboratorieswith computer hardware, software, and other learning resources. Theavailability and use of this technology is supported by McMurry’s facultyand administration. The application of electronic databases, analyticaltools, presentation software, multimedia software, and Internet based12course management systems is woven into the fabric of the educationalprocess at McMurry. Hardware and software standards have been adopted.All departments require some utilization of PC’s, and standard offi ceproductivity software is used across the disciplines. McMurry is committedto providing academic experiences that prepare all students,regardless of their majors, for entry into an increasingly sophisticated andcomplex technological world.MUSIC FACILITIESThe Department of Music has practice facilities located in both the RyanFine Arts Building and the Bynum Band Hall. Concert facilities include aone hundred sixty - seat recital hall and the twelve-hundred seat RadfordMemorial Auditorium. A variety of pianos and practice organs for studentuse are available. A thirty-fi ve bell Fritsen carillon is located in RadfordMemorial Tower. Performance instruments are available in the Recital Halland Radford Auditorium for concert and community useKINESIOLOGY AND WELLNESS FACILITIESLong noted for its strong program for the preparation of physical educationteachers and coaches, McMurry takes pride in its facilities for physicaleducation, recreation, and athletics. The Hunt Center for Physical Educationincludes classrooms and facilities for instructional and fi tness-relatedactivities. The center houses a rehabilitation/treatment area, wet roomwith access to ice, and a taping room. The Wellness Center is housed onthe second fl oor of the Hunt P.E. Center and contains a complete fi tnesscenter with weight and cardiovascular machines, free weights, and testingequipment. Although the Wellness Center is located in the Hunt P.E.Center, it is not confi ned to this area. The Center also offers campus-wideand community programs in the six areas of wellness: physical, spiritual,occupational, social, emotional, and intellectual.SCIENCE FACILITIESBiologyThe Department of Biology laboratories are well equipped for teachingclassical and modern biology. There are teaching labs dedicated to fi eldbiology, molecular biology, microbiology, and anatomical dissection, aswell as general purpose labs useful for a variety of courses. Standardequipment such as waterbaths, incubators, electrophoresis setups, andmicroscopes are augmented by equipment for molecular biology andGPS-based fi eld work. In addition to a vast collection of microscopeslides, anatomical models, skeletons, and digital resources for students,teaching labs are equipped with computer-interfaced equipment for studyingphysiology and video-interfaced microscopes. Anatomy and physiologylabs are supported by dissection and teaching collections of mammals,birds, and insects; plant studies are supported by a herbarium of plants ofthe Southwest and live specimens cultivated in the department’s greenhouse.Students are encouraged to join faculty in research, and additionalequipment is dedicated for that purpose. Growth chambers, a researchgrademicroscope, PCR thermocyclers, a Li-COR DNA sequencer, andcentrifugation equipment teaching and research studies of organisms,cells, and molecules. A recent $1.7M renovation of the field biology laband to support the innovative approaches used in the Biomedical Scienceprogram makes these facilities the jewel of the campus.Chemistry and BiochemistryThe Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry laboratories are equippedto provide students with hands-on experience in general, organic, analytical,inorganic, physical, and biochemistry courses. A computer laboratoryis available for student access to specialized chemistry software forteaching and research. Faculty research labs support work with studentson research projects funded by a Welch Foundation departmental grant.In addition to standard equipment such as analytical balances, refractometers,polarimeters, potentiometers, and various types of spectrophotometers,major instrumentation is available to support teaching and researchsuch as a High Performance Liquid Chromatograph (HPLC), cyclograph,electroanalytical equipment, and a research-grade microwave synthesizer.Other major instruments include a Fourier transform infrared spectrometer(FTIR), gas chromatographs, a spectrofl uorometer, a researchgradeUV-Vis spectrophotometer, and a Nuclear Magnetic Resonance(NMR) spectrometer.

PhysicsThe Department of Physics laboratories are well equipped for teachingand undergraduate research. Recently renovated spaces allow for innovativeteaching approaches with active use of modern instructional technology.Equipment includes lasers, Geiger and scintillation counters andscales, modern PASCO data collecting systems, LabVIEW programminglanguage operated ELVIS data acquisition card, Michelson interferometers,grating and prism spectrometers, oscilloscopes, and an ample stockof meters and laboratory standards. A collection of telescopes is alsoavailable for student instruction. Additionally, the Physics Department isa member of the National Undergraduate Research Observatory and thusfaculty and students have access to a 31” telescope at Lowell Observatoryin Flagstaff, Arizona.CAMPUS LIFEStudent AssociationThe Student Association is the most inclusive of the McMurry studentorganizations. Composed of all full-time students of the University, thisorganization exists primarily to promote the democratic expression andexercise of student opinion, and to represent, serve, and assist students inmatters relating to student social life, activities, and elections. The leadershipof the Student Association is the McMurry Student Government whichis divided into executive, judicial, and legislative branches, the last ofwhich is composed of the Senate. All offi cers of the Student Associationare elected by the student body or appointed by the Executive Council.AthleticsMcMurry University fi elds teams that participate in nineteen intercollegiatesports. Men are provided opportunities in baseball, basketball, crosscountry, football, golf, soccer, swimming, tennis, track and fi eld (indoor),and track and fi eld (outdoor). Women are provided opportunities inbasketball, cross country, golf, soccer, swimming, tennis, track and fi eld(indoor), track and fi eld (outdoor), and volleyball. The University aims tofoster physical development of students and to cultivate a spirit of equality,cooperation, and clean sportsmanship through its intercolegiate athleticprograms, both intercollegiate and intramural.Philosophy and Purpose of Intercollegiate AthleticsThe purpose of athletics at McMurry University is to provide an opportunityfor students to compete in intercollegiate sports in an educationally sound,Christian environment. The athletics program is administered in such away that athletics remains in keeping with the University’s liberal arts tradition.Athletics should is a part of the total educational process and there isa broad base of opportunity for participation. The program creates a rallyingpoint for students, faculty, and alumni while still enhancing educationalvalues. It is understood that while striving to be competitive, institutionalintegrity will never be sacrifi ced.There should be an equal opportunity for men and women with an emphasison participation for the enjoyment and love of the sport.Athletics at McMurry University exists within the educational mainstreamof the University and is administered with the same controls, budgetaryprocedures, and program responsibility as any other academic or administrativefunction.MUSIC ORGANIZATIONSMcMURRY MARCHING BAND: The McMurry Marching Band consistsof students from all areas of study, including music majors and nonmajors.The Marching Band presents half-time shows at football gamesand parades during the Fall semester, and becomes the Symphonic Bandin the Spring semester, during which it appears in concert at schools,churches and community events. The Marching Band meets daily andmembership is open to any student with prior high school or college instrumentalexperience. Participation is required for all music majors and thoseon departmental merit scholarships.CHANTERS: This group is the premiere touring choir of McMurry University.Membership is through competitive audition and offers studentsan opportunity to experience a challenging ensemble with a rich choraltradition. Chanters serves as ambassadors of McMurry University, and13Campus Lifetour each semester, performing at churches, schools and conventions.National or international travel is planned on a rotational basis oppositeregional tours around Texas and contiguous states. While Chanters singprimarily a cappella music, they are also called upon to perform a widerange of musical genre including choral/orchestral works. Our goal is toeducate students, and touch and change lives through our music.McM SOUNDS: A small, select choral ensemble, Sounds performs awide variety of a cappella literature which demands excellent musicianship.Typically the group presents signature selections by some of theworld’s leading jazz arrangers. Sounds works to develop choral blend,musical accuracy and artistic interpretation for a variety of musical styles,and often performs without a conductor. McMurry Sounds typically tourswith Chanters and performs for numerous university and civic events. Studentsare eligible for this group if they are a current member of Chantersand are selected through a competitive audition at the beginning of the fallsemester. Our goal is to build individual musicianship and artistry in theadvanced singer.SYMPHONIC BAND: The Symphonic Band is the entry band for theUniversity, and is the Spring counterpart to the fall’s Marching Band. Thislarger ensemble performs a couple of times during the semester, and oftenserves as the training band for music majors who are learning a secondaryinstrument. As a concert ensemble, Symphonic Band plays a widerange of band literature, and presents not only classic literature for band,but alsoWIND ENSEMBLE: The Wind Ensemble is the top band at McMurry University.Well known for its remarkable presence and dynamic range, thisfavored group has traveled the globe on invitation to attend conferencesand present unique music. This storied ensemble has had a long legacyof excellence of presentation in instrumental circles, and many notableband directors have come from their midst. Membership to the WindEnsemble is by competitive audition, and participants are expected to tourwith the ensemble each year.PUBLICATIONSTHE GALLEON: The University literary magazine, The Galleon, publishesthe best essays, poetry, short stories, and other literary efforts ofthe greater McMurry community. Students, alumni, and faculty interestedin creative writing and visual arts are invited to contribute to this annualmagazine edited by students and published under the auspices of theDepartment of English.TALON: The University yearbook, Totem, is published in the fall. It presentsa record of student and campus life during the previous academicyear. The Totem is published by the Offi ce of University Relations.THE WAR HAWK HERALD : The offi cial newspaper for the greaterMcMurry community, Tribe Tribune, is published biweekly by studentsunder the auspices of the Offi ce of University Relations. Reporting on currentcampus events, the Tribe Tribune is devoted largely to the interests ofthe student body. The Tribe Tribune Editorial Advisory Board, consisting ofstudents, faculty, and administrators, works together with student editorsand writers to determine editorial policy and content. The Tribe Tribune isnot published during recesses or summer sessions.NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETIESALPHA CHI: The James Winford Hunt chapter of Alpha Chi, a nationalscholarship society, was organized in 1926. Eligibility is based upon characterand scholarship. Members are elected from the top ten percent ofthe junior and senior classes. Its purpose is to encourage sound scholarshipand devotion to the truth.ALPHA KAPPA DELTA: The Phi chapter of Alpha Kappa Delta, aninternational sociology honor society, was chartered at McMurry in 1990.The purpose of Alpha Kappa Delta is to promote an interest in the study ofsociology and the research of social problems.ALPHA LAMBDA DELTA: A national honor society for freshmen with aGPA of at least 3.5. McMurry’s chapter was installed in 2001.

Campus LifeBETA BETA BETA: The Pi Beta Chapter of Beta Beta Beta was installedin 1979. Its purposes are to promote scholarship, dissemination ofscientifi c knowledge and biological research.KAPPA DELTA PI: On May 18, 1951, the Eta Epsilon chapter of thenational honor society in education, Kappa Delta Pi, was chartered atMcMurry University. The purpose of Kappa Delta Pi is to encourage highprofessional, intellectual, and personal standards and to recognize outstandingcontributions to education. As an international organization, ithas among its members the outstanding educators of the world.KAPPA MU EPSILON: In the spring of 1987 the Texas Iota chapter ofthis honorary mathematics fraternity was formed on the McMurry campus.The purpose of Kappa Mu Epsilon is to promote and encourage mathematicalactivity.KAPPA PI: In the spring of 1969, Epsilon Theta chapter of Kappa Pi,an international honorary art fraternity, was organized on the McMurrycampus. The purpose of Kappa Pi is to encourage creativity, expand thestudent’s knowledge in the visual arts mount exhibitions and sales of artwork, and provide scholarship opportunities.PHI ALPHA THETA: Chartered in 1971, Phi Alpha Theta is an internationalhonor society for history; membership is open to students who meetthe academic requirements and have completed twelve hours of history.Sigma Beta chapter seeks to promote excellence in the study and writingof history and provides opportunities for students and professional historiansto share ideas.PI KAPPA DELTA: The Texas Gamma chapter of Pi Kappa Delta, a nationalforensics fraternity, was organized in 1967. This national organizationwas founded in 1912 to promote scholarship, intellectual and personaldevelopment, and to recognize outstanding contribution in the fi eld ofpublic speaking.PSI CHI: The McMurry University chapter of Psi Chi was chartered inApril 1999. Psi Chi is the National Honor Society in Psychology, foundedin 1929 for the purpose of encouraging, stimulating, and maintainingexcellence in scholarship and advancing the science of psychology. Membershipis open to graduate and undergraduate men and women who aremaking the study of psychology one of their major interests and who meetthe minimum qualifi cations. Psi Chi is a member of the Association of CollegeHonor Societies (ACHS) and is an affi liate of the American PsychologicalAssociation (APA) and the American Psychological Society (APS).SIGMA DELTA PI: The Lambda Epsilon Chapter at McMurry Universitywas chartered in April, 1975. Sigma Delta Pi is a society to honor studentswho seek and attain excellence in the study of the Spanish language andthe literature and culture of Spanish speaking peoples.SIGMA PI SIGMA: The McMurry Chapter of Sigma Pi Sigma, physicshonor society, was chartered in 1962. The objective of the Society is torecognize the attainment of high scholarship and potential achievementin physics. Membership is open to juniors and seniors who have attainedhigh scholarship in physics and other subjects and who give evidence ofprofessional merit, profi ciency, or distinction. The Society is a memberof the Association of College Honor Societies and is an affi liated societyof the American Association for the Advancement of Science. Sigma PiSigma is an integral part of the Society of Physics Students operatingwithin the Education Division of the American Institute of Physics.SIGMA TAU DELTA: In 1951 the Phi Epsilon chapter of the nationalhonorary and professional society of Sigma Tau Delta was chartered onthe campus of McMurry University. Membership in the society is open tostudents who meet the academic standards and who are interested in thestudy of English and in writing and publishing.PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONSAMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY: The McMurry Student Affi liateChapter received its charter early in 1964. All students interested in chemistryas a profession are eligible for membership in this organization aftersatisfactory completion of the fi rst semester of general chemistry. The purposeof the organization is to stimulate a professional interest in chemistry,to keep students abreast of recent developments in the chemical fi eld, toprovide a forum for discussion of chemical topics, to promote scholarship,and to encourage fellowship among those interested in chemistry.ASSOCIATION OF TEXAS PROFESSIONAL EDUCATORS: ATPEis a professional organization that is available for all pre-service educatorsthat attend McMurry University. The McMurry Chapter of ATPE is affiliatedwith the Texas ATPE. Activities include meetings, fund-raising,and trips tothe state convention in Austin, Texas. Programs include guest speakers,professional development and other educational topics. ATPE is open toall education majors.ASSOCIATION OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PROFES-SIONALS: AITP is a professional organization whose mission is to serve“members by delivering relevant technology and leadership education,research and information on current business and technology issues, andforums for networking and collaboration.” (AITP Mission Statement 2008)Student membership is open to all students interested in computing andinformation technology. Activities of the McMurry AITP Student Chapterinclude regular chapter meetings, fund raisers, special programs likerelevant guest speakers, student programming and technology contests,participation in service projects, and trips to regional and national conferences.The McMurry AITP Student Chapter is affi liated with the local(professional) AITP Big Country Chapter and all students have a standinginvitation to their monthly meetings and activities.KAPPA DELTA SIGMA: Is an organization for students who intend topursue some form of ministry. This group meets twice a month for thefollowing purposes: 1) to provide fellowship for those interested in ministry;2) to study various forms of the Christian ministry; 3) to serve others oncampusand off-campus.KINESIOLOGY KLUB: The McMurry Kinesiology Klub is open to allinterested students. It is affiliated with the Texas Association for Health,Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Activities include programswith guest professionals, fi eld trips to professional meetings and workshops,and fund-raising activities. Qualifying Kinesiology club membersare inducted each spring into the national fraternity, Phi Epsilon Kappa.McMURRY MATHEMATICS CLUB: The McMurry Mathematics Clubwas organized in the fall of 1971 by students with an interest in mathematics.The purpose of the club is to provide mathematical activities thatgo beyond the usual, promote interest in mathematics, and to encouragefellowship among those with an interest in mathematics.MODEL UNITED NATIONS CLUB: Model United Nations at McMurryis an inter-disciplinary organization that provides students with opportunitiesto travel and to engage in interactive simulations focusing on thematicglobal issues, such as promoting religious freedom, human rights, nuclearnon-proliferation, etc. Model UN at McMurry is open to all majors with aninterest in understanding how issues impact countries differently, and howcountries derive different responses to those issues.PRESS CLUB: This group is composed of students who have completedan acceptable amount of writing or spent time working on one or moreof the college publications. The Press Club is a member of the TexasIntercollegiate Press Association and sends delegates each year to thestate meeting.PSYCHOLOGY CLUB: The McMurry Psychology Club “TRI-PSY”was organized to promote interest in psychology, to provide psychologicalactivities beyond the usual classroom situations, to enhance contactsbetween students and local mental health professionals, and to encouragefellowship among psychology students. It is open to all students with aninterest in the science and practice of psychology.14

SOCIETY OF PHYSICS STUDENTS: The McMurry Chapter of PhysicsStudents is a charter chapter of the Society which was founded onApril 22, 1968. The purpose of the Society is to promote educationalactivities for all students interested in physics and to encourage and assiststudents to develop the knowledge, competence, enthusiasm, and socialresponsibility that are essential to the advancement of physics. Membershipis open to all students interested in physics.SOCIOLOGY CLUB: The McMurry Sociology Club was organized in thefall of 1982 to promote the study of social life, to enhance the relationshipbetween sociology students and the human services agencies of our society,and to encourage fellowship among sociology students. Membershipis open to students who are majoring or minoring in sociology.SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPSFELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES: This local chapter of thenational organization is open to all interested students. FCA is a groupwhich has the purpose to confront athletes, coaches, and young peoplewith the challenge and adventure of following Christ through the fellowshipof the church and their chosen vocation.STUDENT AMBASSADOR BOARD (SAB): The Student AmbassadorBoard was established in 1992. The purpose of S.A.B. is “To connectStudents….Past, Present and Future”. They serve as liaisons betweenMcMurry University and prospective students, current students and thealumni association. The Ambassador’s represent McMurry by servingas student hosts for all presidential functions and are often called uponto welcome special guests that are visiting on campus. Student Ambassador’shelp facilitate relationships and stimulate interest in McMurry Universitythrough various United Methodist Churches in the region. They areactively involved in raising endowment funds to provide leadership scholarshipsfor students, specifi cally the “Betty Gilbert Scholarship”. Throughacts of service toward the “McMurry family” it is the hope of S.A.B. toinstill a spirit of philanthropy and charitable giving among all these groupstoward the University. The Student Ambassador Board plays a vital rolein “Cultivating Leadership, Excellence and Virtue….Every Student, EveryDay” which is the mission of McMurry.SERVANT LEADERSHIPThe Servant Leadership Center of the Southwest strives to help studentsbecome effective servants and leaders. Through curricular and extracurricularefforts, the Servant Leadership Center affi rms that the mosteffective leaders are, fi rst, motivated to serve. In addition to six academiccourses in servant leadership, a minor, and a BIS fi eld of study, the Centeroversees the Resident Servant Leader Learning Community, servicelearning opportunities, and a variety of service events. Rather than offeringa “program” as such, the Servant Leadership Center seeks to be a presenceon campus that inspires and celebrates servant leadership whereverit may be found, whether these instances of servant leadership are part ofa specifi c program or spontaneous acts that empower others to grow andserve.SERVICE CLUBSALPHA PHI OMEGA: Organized in 1964, the Omicron Delta Chapterof this national service fraternity was founded for the primary purpose ofservice to the University in all areas of civic life. New members are addedeach year. The prospective members serve a period of pledging duringwhich time they are required to participate in various service projects.SOCIAL CLUBSThere are elleven social clubs on the McMurry campus. They are foundedupon democratic principles and are dedicated to the promotion of wholesomesocial activities. The student social organizations and InterclubCouncils are all under faculty/staff sponsorship.Clubs for Women:Alpha Psi AlphaDelta Beta EpsilonGamma SigmaPi Delta PhiTheta Chi LambdaT.I.P.Clubs for Men:HEIKIVAKo SariMakonaXOCampus LifeCAMPUS ACTIVITIES BOARD (CAB)The Campus Activities Board (CAB) is a student run organization whichserves the McMurry Student Body through planning and sponsoring avariety of programs on campus. The mission is two-fold: educate andentertain the student body with engaging programs and to provide leadershiptraining for CAB members. CAB values creativity, integrity, passion,diligence and service. Through membership and service to the university,CAB increases retention at McMurry.ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONThe Alumni Association is a representative body of McMurry alumniwhose primary focuses are to honor, preserve, and celebrate Universitytraditions, instill a strong sense of connectedness and pride, and create aculture of stewardship for McMurry University. The Association provideseditorial input for the alumni publications, the McMurry Connections andthe Chieftain. In addition, the Alumni Association coordinates homecomringevents including class and special emphasis reunion groups; Theyrecognize outstanding alumni leadership through the presentation of theDistinguished Alumni Award; They holds numerous alumni and YoungAlumni Club events; parents organization and family weekend; They presentthe Cross and Flame award annually to an individual in the NorthwestTexas and New Mexico Annual Conferences in addition to one At-Largeecipient from other Annual Conferences of the United Methodist Church;The Alumni Association’s board of directors is comprised of twenty-onemembers who serves as a liaison between the alumni and McMurry Universityto represent alumni interests and contributions as a vital componentin maintaining the success and fulfi lling the core values of McMurryUniversityMcMURRY RELIGIOUS LIFEReligious Life Offi ce - Garrison Campus Center Room 107. Sharing inMethodism’s concern that “knowledge and vital piety” might be creativelyunited, McMurry University includes in its overall mission a concern for thespiritual dimension of life. The University Chaplain serves as an advisor,mentor, and companion on the journey to provide leadership and directionwith students, faculty, staff, and administrators who desire to search andbuild their spiritual depth and well-being. Students are encouraged totake an active part in the religious activities on campus. Opportunities areavailable for students to attend and lead in a variety of worship settings;participate in fellowship, study, and accountability groups; explore vocationsin the Church; and grow in wisdom and maturity in their faith journey.COUNSELING SERVICESCounseling Services is devoted to helping students who need assistancein coping with personal problems. These include but are not limited todepression, anxiety, issues of abuse or trauma, family of origin issues,self-esteem, relationship issues, substance abuse, eating problems, andgrief. All on-campus counseling services are free and confi dential toMcMurry students.CAREER SERVICESMcMurry University Career Services provides a variety of career servicesthat can assist students and alumni in making wise career decisions.Services provided are:‣ Career Counseling/Testing – Help with decisions concerning majors,careers, and career-related issues. Learn about yourself and whatcareers/majors would be a good fi t for you.‣ Workshops/Resources – Assistance in creating resumes, job searchstrategies, interview skills, networking, and job fair skills.‣ Employment Services – Online Job postings are provided foron-campus work study jobs and also for off campus part-time andfull-time jobs. A placement fi le service is maintained for seniors andalumni. Resume and cover letter critique is available. Opportunitiesfor on-campus recruiting and on-campus interviews are offered.‣ Special Programs – Recuirters from across the state come to theWCTCC Career Expo, Tri-University and the Graduate and Profes-15

Privacy of Student Recordssional School Fair to recruit our students and alumni. Seniorprogramming brings together many resources for seniors to gaininformation concerning graduation and life afterward. The SeniorEtiquette Dinner offers an informational dining experienceon proper etiquette.HEALTH SERVICESThe Health Services Office is open weekdays. Health services are providedby a registered nurse for assessments of illness and injuries withreferrals to a physician if necessary. Information on health questions andresources are available. Most services are free of charge. A nominal feeis required for fl u vaccinations due at the time of service. Allergy shots areadministered free of charge. All students are required to supply a MedicalHistory Form, proof of immunizations and health insurance. Studenthealth insurance information is available through the Student Affairs Offi ceand Health Services Offi ce.Bacterial MeningitisIn accordance with Texas Senate Bill 1107, on and after January 1, 2012,all fi rst-time students under 30 years of age, including transfer students,dual credit students attending classes on McMurry’s campus, and any studentwho previously attended McMurry University before January 1, 2012and is seeking to be readmitted, must present a certifi cate to the institutiondemonstrating they have been vaccinated against bacterial meningitiswithin the past 5 years. In addition, students must have receivedthe vaccination at least 10 days prior to attending class. Students will notbe permitted to register for classes until proof of vaccination is on fi le inthe Health Services Office.THE OFFICE OF ACCESSIBILITY ANDACCOMODATIONSThe purpose of The Office of Accessibility and Accomodations is to enablestudents with disabilities to participate in the full range of college experiences;to promote an environment that is barrier-free, and to activelyaddress and promote disability awareness within the campus communitythrough programs and services designed to meet the academic andprofessional needs of the individuals with disabilities. Qualifi ed studentswith a disability shall, by reason of such disability, not be excluded fromparticipation in or be denied the benefi ts of reasonable University services,programs, or activities or be subjected to discrimination of any kind. To beeligible for services, the student with a disability must provide The Offi ce ofAccessibility and Accomodations current documentation that describes thespecifi c disability prior to or at the beginning of the semester. The documentationmust be from a licensed or certifi ed professional in the area ofthe disability (i.e. psychologist, physician or educational diagnostician).Students with disabilities must contact The Offi ce of Accessibility and Accomodationsto discuss academic needs before the beginning of their fi rstsemester or as soon as they are diagnosed with a disability. Once documentationis on fi le, reasonable accommodations may be made. To obtainadditional information or specifi c guidelines on particular services studentsshould contact The Offi ce of Accessibility and Accommodations.CONFERENCE AND ENRICHMENT SERVICESMcMurry University’s Conference and Enrichment Services offi ce coordinatesa variety of activities on the campus with special emphasis onsummer youth camps, community outreach, church activities, off campusorganization meetings and conferences and workshops. These programsrepresent an opportunity to bring prospective students onto the McMurryUniversity campus and to serve the Abilene community with year-roundenrichment experiences.STUDENT CONDUCTConsistent with the United Methodist Church philosophy and principles,McMurry University is strongly committed to the development of the studentand promotion of personal integrity and self-responsibility. Studentsenrolling at McMurry become citizens of the community and are entitledto enjoy the privileges and assume the responsible obligations associatedwith this affi liation. Since the rights of all students are protected, and anatmosphere conducive to intellectual and religious development, personalgrowth, and community association are to be promoted, standards andguidelines on student behavior are necessary. The Student Code of Conductis intended to outline certain responsibilities and expectations ofMcMurry students and assist the students to understand their role in theacademic community.A student who enrolls at McMurry University is expected to conducthimself/herself in a manner compatible with the University’s function asan educational, Methodist-affi liated institution; to adhere to Universitypolicies; to show respect for properly constituted authority; and to observecorrect standards of conduct. It is the student’s responsibility to beknowledgeable about all University student conduct policies. Any studentwho engages in conduct that is prohibited by the University is subject tojudicial action whether such conduct takes place on or off the campusor whether civil or criminal penalties are also imposed for such conduct.Furthermore, a student is subject to judicial action for prohibited conductthat occurs while participating in off-campus activities sponsored by theUniversity, or University organizations, including, but not limited to: fi eldtrips, internships, socials, training exercises, pledging, rotations or clinicalassignments. Violations of the McMurry Student Code of Conduct are referredand adjudicated through the Student Affairs offi ce under the generaldirection of the Dean of Student Affairs. The Student Code of Conduct isavailable for review in the Council Fire.PRIVACY OF STUDENT EDUCATIONRECORDSFamily Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)Annual Notice to StudentsMcMurry University annually informs students of the Family EducationalRights and Privacy Act of 1974, as amended. This Act protects the privacyof education records, establishes the right of students to inspect andreview their education records, and provides guidelines for the correctionof inaccurate or misleading data. Students also have the right to fi le complaintswith the FERPA offi ce concerning alleged failures by the institutionto comply with the Act.Disclosure of Student RecordsIn general, personally identifi able information from a student’s educationrecords will not be disclosed without written consent from the student.This includes, but is not limited to, grades, academic schedule information,and transcripts. The Act does allow some exceptions in which a student’seducation records can or must be released which include notifi cation incases involving certain types of disciplinary proceedings or subpoenas. Inaddition, two other exceptions may be made by the university: (1) directoryinformation, as listed below, may be released unless the studentrequests that it be withheld and the proper paperwork is on fi le in theRegistrar’s offi ce; (2) student records may be released to the parents ofdependent students as defi ned by Internal Revenue Code 1986, Section152.Directory InformationMcMurry University designates the following as public or Directory Information.As such, it may be disclosed by the university for any purpose atits discretion.• Name• Date and place of birth• Hometown• Local and permanent address/telephone numbers• Directory phone• Student’s McM email address• Major and minor fi elds of study• Anticipated degree• Dates of attendance• Degrees and awards received• Classifi cation• Anticipated graduation dates• Student enrollment status (full-time/part-time)• Currently enrolled or not• Participation in offi cially recognized activities and sports• Weight and height of members of athletic teams• All previous educational agencies or institutions attended• Photographs16

Currently enrolled students may withhold disclosure of Directory Informationunder the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. Written notifi cationto withhold Directory Information must be on fi le in the Registrar’soffi ce by the last day to add a course for each term. Forms are availablein the Registrar’s offi ce.Officials of the UniversityFaculty, staff, and board members of the university have access to studenteducation records in the performance of their regular duties as representativesof the university. Care is taken to authorize access to both computerand paper records only to those representatives who have a legitimateeducational interest.MCMURRY EMAILDue to the confi dentiality of student records, the McMurry assigned emailaddress is the only one used to contact and communicate with students.It is the students’ responsibility to check and maintain their McMurry emailaccounts. Students receive vital communication from administrators andfaculty through their McMurry email and are held responsible for the informationsent to their McMurry email accounts.CAMPUS CONNECTStudents are encouraged to view or print unoffi cial transcripts, semestergrades, course schedules, and degree audits online through CampusConnect, which is located on the McMurry web site. Semester grades arenot mailed except in special situations. Please notify the Registrar’s offi ceif it is necessary to receive your grades by mail. A degree audit may berequested from the Registrar’s offi ce, and can then be viewed or printedfrom Campus Connect within 24 hours of request. First time students mayneed to provide additional information to the Registrar’s Offi ce in order toobtain an accurate degree audit through Campus Connect. If you havequestions or experience any trouble accessing Campus Connect, pleasecall the Registrar’s offi ce for assistance.TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS AND SERVICESA student must sign a request form in the Registrar’s offi ce or mail or faxa signed, written request to release the transcript. Requests will not beaccepted by telephone or from persons other than the student without thestudent’s written permission. Regular processing time is 2-4 businessdays.No processing fee will be assessed.ADMISSION POLICIES ANDPROCEDURESThe goal of the Office of Admission is to admit students who have the abilityto succeed at McMurry. McMurry University prides itself on academicexcellence based on a strong faculty and a low faculty to student ratio.Admission to the university is selective and based on the academic qualifications of the applicant without regard to sex, race, age, handicap, color,religious affi liation, or national origin. McMurry University retains the rightto deny admission to any applicant. Admission requirements are subjectto change.ADMISSION APPLICATION DEADLINESMcMurry University is on a rolling admission schedule with priority basedon fi le completions date. The recommended deadline dates to submitapplication are March 1 (fall) and December 1 (spring). Contact theAdmission Office to obtain the deadline for May and summer semesterapplications.RECOMMENDED ACADEMIC PREPARATIONThe following high school courses are strongly recommended for admission:‣ English Language Arts 4 units (not correlated language arts)‣ Mathematics4 units (algebra I & II, geometry and above)‣ Science4 units‣ Social Sciences 4 units‣ Foreign Languages 2 units** Students are strongly encouraged to take 2 units of a foreign language.17Those who enroll with fewer than two units in a foreign language will berequired to take a minimum 8 hours in a foreign language before they cangraduate from McMurry regardless of their degree program.STEPS FOR ADMISSION ANDENTRANCE CLASSIFICATIONSAdmission PoliciesFreshmen StudentsFreshmen students are those who have not previously attended collegeand who have graduated from an accredited high school, completed theGED, or home-schooled students that can prove competency throughthe 12th grade level. Students who are 18 years of age or older and whohave not earned a high school diploma who have never attended collegewill be considered for admission as freshmen if they can present evidenceof having scored 550 overall, or higher, with no subsection score below500 on the General Education Development (GED) test.Freshman Application Review:Students are evaluated for admission on an individual basis. Each applicationis evaluated based on academic merits (both high school gradepoint average, based on a 4.0 scale, and entrance exam scores), extracurricularactivities, and personal statement (if applicable). This holisticapproach allows McMurry to evaluate students on an individual basis andlook for each student’s strengths. Student GPA calculation for admissionis based on core coursework.Freshmen Application Requirements:1. Complete the application for admission.2. Submit $25.00 non-refundable application fee.3. Have a current high school transcript (complete through the junioryear) or GED scores sent directly to the Offi ce of Admission. Finaltranscript with class rank, and graduation date posted will be requiredupon graduation.4. Submit an official ACT or SAT score report.5. Submit the McMurry personal statement.Home-schooled Applicants:1. Complete the application for admission.2. Submit the $25.00 non-refundable application fee.3. Submit an official ACT or SAT score report.4. Provide offi cial documentation of classes taken at the high schoollevel.5. Submit McMurry personal statement.6. (Optional) Submit 3 letters of recommendation from persons otherthan parents or peers, preferably persons with knowledge of thestudent’s academic ability..Note: Home-schooled students are encouraged to take the GeneralEducation Development (GED) test. Additionally, the placement testsadministered at McMurry University are approved by the Department ofEducation as an “ability-to-benefi t” test for fi nancial aid purposes.Transfer Students:Transfer students are those who have graduated from an accredited highschool or completed the GED, and who have been or are enrolled atregionally accredited college or university.Transfer Coursework:Transfer grade point average (GPA) is computed on the basis of transferablecoursework only. Transferable coursework is coursework that couldbe used toward an undergraduate degree a McMurry. Developmentalor vocational course work is not accepted for transfer credit, but is takeninto consideration in admission decisions. Transferable coursework withgrades of “D” or below are not accepted for transfer credit but are used indetermining transfer GPA. Not more than eight semester hours of HealthFitness courses will be accepted as credit towards a bachelor’s degree orused to calculate transfer GPA.Transfer Admission Requirements: Students admitted as a transfermay begin enrollment at the beginning of a fall, spring, May, or summerterm only. Initial enrollment in Mini II is not permitted as a new transfer

Admission Policiesstudent. Entrance examination scores are not required of applicants 22years of age or older. Students who have completed only remedial workat the college level will be evaluated as freshmen. Transfer students willbe considered for admission based on the standards listed below:Students who have not completed the above courses, who have takenfundamental (remedial) courses or who make scores on placement instrumentsindicating a need for developmental coursework may be required tocomplete university preparatory courses or denied admission.1.2.Those who have completed fewer than 24 hours of non remedialcollege credit are evaluated based on high school grades, entranceexamination scores (if under the age of 22), and subsequent collegework. Specifi cally:a) Acceptance: those who have earned a cumulative 2.0 collegeGPA and qualify for admission based on high schoolacademic recordb) Probational Admission* :1. Transfer students who have earned a cumulative2.0 college GPA but do not qualify for admissionbased on high school grades and test scores ORthose who have below a cumulative 2.0 collegeGPA but qualify for admission based on highacademic record.2. Transfer students who qualify for admission, buthave not successfully completed developmentalcoursework with a C or better.c) Denial: those who have earned below a cumulative 2.0college GPA and do not qualify for admission based onhigh school academic record.Transfer students who have completed 24 or more hours of nonremedialcollege credit are evaluated based on college grades onlyand must have earned a 2.0 cumulative GPA.*Probational admission:Students admitted on probation must select courses with advisor approval.Minimum GPA requirements for good standing must be met at the endof the first semester. In addition, students admitted on probation may berequired to take certain courses to remedy their defi ciencies. (See later inthe catalog under “Academic Probation and Suspension” for defi nition ofgood standing).Transfer students will be considered for admission only ifthey are eligible to return to their previous college or university.Transfer Application Requirements:1. Complete the transfer application for admission.2. Submit the $25.00 non-refundable application fee.3. Submit an official and complete set of transcripts from each collegeor university attended. Those who have completed less than24 hours of college credit must submit an offi cial, fi nal high schooltranscript, and entrance exam scores (if applicable).Transfer of Courses to McMurry UniversityFinal acceptance of transfer courses, course equivalency, and creditsawarded towards a degree at McMurry is subject to the approvalof the Registrar. It is the student’s responsibility to secure an offi cialtranscript from all previously attended institutions of higher learning. As ageneral rule, McMurry University will accept and award credit for collegelevelacademic courses taken at regionally accredited institutions of higherlearning. The credit must be recorded on the college or university’sacademic transcript. Credit will be posted only after the receipt of an official transcript mailed directly from the transferring institution to McMurryUniversity.McMurry University has adopted the plan for transfer of course work fromtwo-year institutions as set forth by the Texas Higher Education CoordinatingBoard. The following exceptions apply:1. Remedial and vocational course work and grades of “D” and belowwill not be accepted for transfer, but are considered in the admissionsdecision.2.3.4.5.6.Students who have completed only remedial work at the collegelevel will be evaluated as freshmen. Please refer to the “FreshmenStudent” section for the necessary criteria.Courses generally viewed as non-academic courses are not acceptedfor transfer credits.Athletic sports participation and conditioning type courses taken inconjuntion with or specifi cally for athletic participation are not acceptedfor transfer credit.A student may not transfer more than 66 semester hours from atwo-year college. No course taken at a two-year college can betransferred as upper division (3000 and 4000) work.No course work will be accepted from an institution that is not regionallyaccredited.Military service school courses are evaluated and may be accepted forcredit by McMurry University according to the recommendations of theAmerican Council of Education’s Guide to the Evaluation of EducationalExperiences in the Armed Services (ACE Evaluation Guide), current edition.Anyone in the military services may request an unoffi cial evaluationcredit will be awarded upon successful completion of appropriate CLEPor subject examinations. Any credits that are to be awarded by evaluation,CLEP, or examination will not be offi cially recognized by McMurryUniversity until a minimum of 12 semester hours have been successfullycompleted in residence at the main campus or at McMurry-Dyess AirForce Base Program.Transient StudentsTransient students are those enrolled at another institution who wish totake course work at McMurry, and then return to the institution where theywere previously enrolled. In order to enroll, a transient student must beeligible to return to the previous institution. Transient students who subsequentlypursue academic credit at McMurry University must fi rst apply foradmission and be accepted as a degree-seeking student before the worktaken as a transient student will be applied toward a McMurry degree.Transient Applicants:1.2.3.4.Complete the application for admission.Submit the $25.00 non-refundable application fee.Submit an official transcript from the college or university currentlyenrolled.In order to register for a course that has prerequisites, an offi cial transcriptfrom the institution in which the prerequisites were completedwill be required.Dual Credit StudentsDual credit students are high school students (junior standing) with writtenpermission from their high school principal or counselor to enroll in coursework at McMurry while enrolled in and completing high school graduationrequirements. Dual credit students who subsequently decide to pursuea degree at McMurry must apply for admission and be admitted as adegree-seeking student before the dual credit work will count toward theMcMurry degree plan.Dual Credit Applicants:1. Complete the application for admission.2. Submit a letter of permission to enroll for college work from either thehigh school principal or the high school counselor.3. Submit a current high school transcript. A fi nal high school transcriptwith offi cial class rank will be required upon graduation.4. Schedule to take the ACT or SAT before the semester of dual creditwork. Depending on ACT/SAT sub-scores, a placement test may berequired if Mathematics or English is the desired dual credit class..Non-degree StudentsNon-degree students are those students who enroll, but do not wish toreceive academic credit for work completed. Students may enroll under a“non-degree” status for only one semester. Subsequent enrollment underthe “non-degree” status requires written approval by the Vice Presidentfor Academic Affairs or designee. In order for work completed as a nondegreestudent to be applied toward a degree, the student must apply foradmission, and be admitted as a degree-seeking student.18

Non-degree Applicants:1. Complete the “Non-Degree Student Application” for admissionavailable from the Offi ce of Admission.2. Submit the $25.00 non-refundable application fee.3. Submission of the “Non-Degree Student Application” acknowledgesthat work completed under the non-degree status does not counttoward a McMurry degree until the student applies and is admitted asa degree-seeking student.Special AdmissionStudent may be admitted under the Special Admission category when unusualor special circumstances exist, as determined by the Vice Presidentfor Enrollment Management. Special admission students who subsequentlypursue academic credit at McMurry University must fi rst apply foradmission and be accepted as a degree-seeking student before the worktaken as a special admission student will be applied toward a McMurrydegree.Special admission Applicants:1. Complete the freshman or transfer application for admission.2. Submit the $25.00 non-refundable application fee.3. Submit an official transcript or statement of good standing from thecollege or university that you presently attend.International StudentsStudents who are not permanent United States citizens or who do nothave immigrant status are considered international students. Internationalstudents applying for admission must meet the same admission requirementsas other students in the same category (freshman or transfer).Once the student has been admitted and all other paperwork supplied, a$1,500 enrollment deposit is required before the I-20 will be issued. The$1,500 deposit will be applied to the student’s tuition in their last semesterof attendance, or refunded if no balance is due.International applicants:1. Submit an international student application for admission online usingthe McMurry web site at www.mcm.edu.htm.2. A non-refundable application processing fee of $50.00 is required.3. Provide official transcripts of all academic work attempted in theUnited States or abroad (transcripts must be translated to English)4. Scores from the American College Test (ACT) or the ScholasticAssessment Test (SAT) are encouraged. Students may be asked toprovide these scores if necessary.5. If native language is NOT English submit proof of:• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score. Aminimum score of 213 is required on the computer basedTOEFL, a minimum score of 550 is required on the paperbased TOEFL, a minimum score of 79 is required for theinternet based TOEFL, OR• The Academic Examination results of International EnglishLanguage Testing System (IELTS). A minimum score of 6.5is required. OR• •24 semester hours of transferrable coursework from aregionally accredited U.S. College or University to includeEnglish 1310 and English 1320 with a grade of “C” orhigher.Once admitted to McMurry, international students are eligible to receivetheir I-20 and apply for their F-1 visa when all required paperwork and feesare received. Students are also required to register with SEVIS (Studentand Exchange Visitor Information System) and pay the $200.00 user feeusing the I-901 Form. This may be completed online at: http://www.ice.gov/sevis/i901/index.htmHealth FormsAll students must provide a completed “Report of Medical History andConsent of Medical Treatment” form, including a current immunization recordat the time of registration. This record will be forwarded to the HealthOffi ce. The following immunizations, in addition to the basic childhoodvaccines, are required of all students:1. Tuberculosis (a negative skin test OR chest x-ray within past oneyear)2. MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) Two injections since age one3.4.Hepatitis B vaccine, a .series of three injections.Bacterial Meningitis - See Health Services SectionStudent Appeals CommitteeAny applicant who does not meet the admission standards and whose applicationfor admission has been denied may appeal the decision to theStudent Appeals Committee. Applicants who wish to appeal any admissiondecision should contact the Offi ce of Admission within two weeksof the notification of denial. Admission granted on the basis of incorrectinformation or an omission of fact which, if known, could have causedineligibility, is invalid. McMurry University reserves the right to deny admissionto any applicant. All admission appeals must be completed beforean admission decision will be reached.REQUIREMENTS FOR READMISSIONReadmission is accomplished through the Registrar’s offi ce. A McMurrystudent who has discontinued enrollment for one long semester or moremust apply for readmission to the university. In order to be approved forreadmission, the student must provide an offi cial transcript from all schoolsattended since leaving McMurry and be clear in all campus offi ces. Thereadmission form and all offi cial transcripts, along with a $20.00 fee, mustbe submitted to the Registrar’s offi ce no later than 5 business days priorto the beginning of the semester in which the student plans to return. Processingmay take longer, depending on how quickly the offi cial transcriptsare received. Approval may be granted based on unoffi cial transcripts,only if the student is still enrolled in courses at another institution.Readmission after a suspension:Returning to McMurry after a suspension is subject to the approval of theStudent Appeals Committee. A student on suspension must follow thereadmission procedure as stated above, as well as complete the appealsprocess required by the Student Appeals Committee.ACADEMIC RESTARTThe McMurry Academic Restart program is available for students whowish to eliminate from their records all previous unsatisfactory grades foracademic work. Undergraduate students may, at the time of admission orreadmission to the university, petition to the Registrar for approval for AcademicRestart if they have not been enrolled in any college or universityfor a period of at least fi ve calendar years immediately preceding theirintended enrollment at McMurry. The following conditions will apply:1. The student will forfeit the use of all college or university creditsearned prior to the date Academic Restart was declared (the date ofadmission or readmission). This includes credits earned through anyadvanced placement program. Courses taken prior to the AcademicRestart date may not be used to fulfill requirements of any kind.2. No courses taken prior to the declaration of Academic Restart will beused in the calculation of the student’s grade point average.3. The student’s record will be inscribed with the notation “AcademicRestart Declared” (date).4.5.6.7.8.The student will not be eligible for academic honors conferred by theUniversity except as justifi ed by the entire academic record, includingcourses taken prior to the declaration of Academic Restart.A student who declares Academic Restart will be placed on academicprobation and required to earn a C (2.0) average during his fi rstsemester of enrollment. Students failing to meet this requirement willbe suspended from the University. Those meeting the requirementwill be removed from probation.A student who declares Academic Restart will be considered an en-tering freshman and will be subject to all McMurry policies regardingplacement in courses.Declaration of Academic Restart has no effect on accumulatedfi nancial aid history. Students accumulated semester and awardlimits include all semesters of enrollment, both before and after thedeclaration.The student will be required to provide offi cial transcripts from allprevious institutions attended.Academic Restart19

Credit by ExamACADEMIC ADVISINGMcMurry University considers Academic Advising an essential element ofthe educational process and is committed to a program which strives tointegrate students’ personal and academic goals, address their cognitiveand social development, and establish the relationship between educationand life experiences.Each student at McMurry is assigned an academic advisor whose roleis to help the student clarify individual goals and develop a suitableeducational plan, select an appropriate course sequence, and review theprogress toward established educational goals. While many students maylater choose to self advise, they are fi rst required to meet with their advisorfor registration and schedule changes and are highly encouraged toconsult with their advisor anytime assistance is needed. While the studentbears the ultimate responsibility for selecting courses, meeting courseprerequisites, and adhering to policies and procedures, the advisor servesas a valuable resource person who can help facilitate the student’s adjustmentto and development within the academic environment. Students areassigned an advisor in the department of their declared major. During thefi rst year, freshmen students are assigned an advisor who is especiallyequipped to work with new college students. After the fi rst year, an advisorin the major department is selected.The Offi ce of Academic Advising, which is a component of the Registrar’soffi ce, assigns advisors and makes changes in a student’s major, minor, orteaching fi eld. In addition, the professional staff of this offi ce advises andregisters all new transfer students upon their initial enrollment to McMurry.ACADEMIC PLACEMENT POLICYAll fi rst-time college students or transfers who have not completed English1310 and/or Math 1311 (or equivalent) may be required to test for placement in math, reading and composition. Students whose placement resultsindicate a need for pre-college development in one or more of theseareas must register for and continually enroll in the corresponding DEVS(Developmental Studies) course(s) until they pass with a grade of “C-” orbetter. Students must meet this requirement before enrolling in the correspondingacademic level classes. Academic advisors will assist studentsin registering for the appropriate level of classes. Declining required testingconstitutes acceptance of placement in DEVS classes. Some studentsmay be exempt from one or more placement test(s) if ACT/SAT subscoresor THEA scores exceed the established cutoff levels listed below.SAT Math:SAT Critical Reading:SAT Writing:ACT English:ACT Math:ACT Reading:530 or higher490 or higher490 or higher19 or higher23 or higher19 or higher2.3.4.5.6.Credit by examination will not be recorded until the student has enrolledfor classes, and an offi cial transcript is on fi le in the registrar’soffi ce.Credit by examination will not reduce the regular residence requirements.Letter grades are not given on credits by examination.Credits earned by examination are not included in the computation ofthe grade point average.Transfer students must satisfy all McMurry requirements concerningcredit by examination.ADVANCED PLACEMENT EXAMINATIONS (AP)The College Board Advanced Placement Examinations are offered oncea year, usually in May, to those high school students who have receivedcollege-level training in secondary schools. These examinations are notadministered by colleges. Application to take these examinations mustbe made through high school counselors. Information concerning this examinationnation program should be directed to the Advanced PlacementProgram of the College Board, Box 977-GPS-A, Princeton, N.J. 08541.Beginning freshmen who present acceptable scores on the appropriateAdvanced Placement Examinations will, on request, receive placementand credit for comparable courses at McMurry University. See table page21.COLLEGE LEVEL EXAMINATIONS PROGRAM (CLEP)The College Board College Level Examination Program offers two types ofexaminations for credit: the General Examination and the Subject Examination.McMurry University does not give credit for General Examinations.The Offi ce of the Registrar certifi es credit earned on a CLEP SubjectExamination on scores at or above that recommended by the AmericanCouncil on Education. See Table Page 22.DEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATIONSMcMurry students who wish advanced standing and credit in areas notcovered by the two College Board programs described above may takespecial examinations upon approval of the department in which the courseis offered. Applications to take departmental examinations must also beapproved by the Vice President for Academic Affairs and the Registrar.The charge for departmental examinations and credit awarded will be$20.00 per semester credit hour.INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB)McMurry University recognizes the value of the International Baccalaureateprogram and will grant a minimum of 24 credit hours for any newstudent receiving the IB diploma with a score of at least a 4 on all subjects.Credit may also be granted to students who did not complete the diplomaprogram but earned appropriate scores and levels on the IB exams. IBtranscripts will be evaluated on an individual basis and credit awarded bythe Registrar. An official IB transcript must be mailed from the InternationalBaccalaureate Organization to the Registrar’s offi ce at McMurry.THEA Reading:THEA Writing:THEA Math:230 or higher220 or higher270 or higherNote: Credit for DEVS courses will not count toward any requirementsother than placement and the meeting of pre-requisite skills for collegiatelevelcourses. Please see the Developmental Studies section of thiscatalog for further information. Home-schooled students – The placementtests administered at McMurry University are approved by the Departmentof Education as an “ability-to-benefi t” test.CREDIT BY EXAMINATIONMcMurry University may award university credit on the basis of two CollegeBoard programs and on local departmental exams where no CollegeBoard tests are available. All credit by examination is subject to the followinggeneral limitations:1. A maximum of forty-fi ve semester hours of credit earned by examinationat this institution or elsewhere may be applied toward thebachelor’s degree.20

ADVANCED PLACEMENT EXAMINATIONSAP ChartDEPARTMENTEXAMSCORECREDIT AWARDEDARTStudio Art 2D-DesignStudio Art 3D-DesignHistory of ArtHistory of ArtHistory of Art3/4/53/4/5345ART 2304 or ART 2323ART 2321ART 1300ART 1300 or ART 2301ART 2301 and ART 2302BIOLOGYBiology3/4/5BIOL 1401CHEMISTRYChemistryChemistry34/5CHEM 1410CHEM 1410,1420COMPUTER SCIENCEComputer Science A3/4/5CSC 1325ECONOMICSMacro/Microeconomics3/4/5ECON 2310, 2320ENGLISHLanguage & CompositionLiterature & Composition4/54/5ENG 1310 (no writing sample)ENG 1320 (no writing sample)FRENCHLanguage, LiteratureLanguage, Literature34/5FREN 1410, 1420FREN 1410, 1420, 2310, 2320GERMANGerman LanguageGerman Language34/5GERM 1410, 1420GERM 1410, 1420, 2310, 2320GEOSCIENCEEnvironmental Science3/4/5GEOS 1405GEOGRAPHYHuman Geography3/4/5GEOG 3310GOVERNMENTAmerican Government3/4/5PSC 2310HISTORYAmerican HistoryAmerican HistoryEuropean HistoryEuropean HistoryWorld HistoryWorld History34/534/534/5HIST 2310HIST 2310, 2320HIST 1310HIST 1310, 1320HIST 1310HIST 1310, 1320MATHEMATICSCalculus ABCalculus BC3/4/53/4/5MATH 2421MATH 2421, 2322MUSICMusic Theory3/4/5MTH 1330, MTH1130PHYSICSPhysics BPhysics C - MechanicsPhysics C - MechanicsPhysics C - ElectricityPhysics C - Electricity3/4/534/534/5PHYS 1400PHYS 1400PHYS 1410PHYS 1400PHYS 1420PSYCHOLOGYPsychology3/4/5PSYC 1340SPANISHLanguage & LiteratureLanguage & Literature34/5SPAN 1410, 1420SPAN 1410, 1420, 2310, 2320STATISTICSStatistics3MATH 335121

CLEP ScoresCLEP SUBJECT EXAMINATIONSDEPARTMENT EXAMINATIONBIOLOGYBiologyEQUIVALENTCOURSEBIOL 1401 Principles of BiologySCORE50CREDITAWARDED4BUSINESSFinancial AccountingBusiness Law, IntroductoryInfo Syst. & Comp. Appl.Macroeconomics, Principles ofMicroeconomics, Principles ofPrinciples of ManagementPrinciples of MarketingACCT 2310 Financial AccountingBA 4370 Business Law ICIS 3380 Mgmt Information SystemsECON 2320 MacroeconomicsECON 2310 MicroeconomicsMGMT 3310 Principles of ManagementMKTG 3370 Principles of Marketing505050505050503333333COMPUTER SCIENCEInformation Systems and ComputerApplicationsCIS 3380 Mgmt Information Systems503CHEMISTRYChemistryCHEM 1400 Chemistry in Society504ENGLISHAmerican LiteratureENG 2320 Masterpieces of American503LiteratureAnalyzing & Interpreting Lit. ENG 1320 Composition and Literature 50 3 1English LiteratureCollege Composition ModularENG 2310 Masterpieces of BritishLiteratureENG 1310 Composition and Rhetoric505033 1FRENCH French Language Elem French/Intermediate French 50 4-14 2GERMAN German Language Elem German/Intermediate German 50 4-14 2HISTORYHistory of US IHistory of US IIWestern Civilization IWestern Civilization IIHIST 2310 United States to 1877HIST 2320 United States to 1877HIST 1310 World Civilization to 1648HIST 1320 World Civilization Since 1648505050503333MATHEMATICSCalculusCollege AlgebraPre-CalculusMATH 2421 Calculus IMATH 1311 AlgebraMATH 1320505050433NATURAL SCIENCENatural SciencesGEOS 1405 Environmental Geology504POLITICAL SCIENCEAmerican GovernmentP SC 2310 American Nat’l Govt.503PSYCHOLOGYIntroductory PsychologyHuman Growth & DevelopmentPSYC 1340 Introduction to PsychologyPSYC 2360 Developmental Psychology505033SPANISHSpanish LanguageElem Spanish/Intermediate Spanish508-14 2SOCIOLOGYIntroductory SociologySOC 2300 Introductory Sociology5031.2.A passing score on the CLEP gives you the opportunity to write a departmental essay. (For McMurry students, the essay will be sent to theEnglish Department on Campus and graded, for all other students the essay will be sent to CLEP for grading). Credit will be given only if thewriting sample meets department standards.8 hours of credit for elementary language will be awarded for CLEP scores between 50 and 62. For CLEP scores 63 and above credit for oneyear of intermediate language will be awarded.22

Financial Assistanceattempted or total number of transfer hours. Must maintain a 3.0 GPAwith McMurry to continue to receive. Cannot be used for intercollegiateclasses. Cannot be combined with Athletic Scholarship.McMurry University Transfer Scholarships- The number of semestersa student may receive these scholarships is limited based on the numberof full-time semesters previously attempted or total number of transferhours. Transfer Scholarships cannot be combined with Athletic Scholarship.1. Transfer I of up to $3,750 per semester is awarded to enteringtransfer students with a 3.6 GPA and 24 transfer hours. Need 2.5GPA with McMurry to continue. Cannot be used for intercollegiateclasses.2. Transfer II of up to $3,250 per semester is awarded to entering transferstudents with a 3.0 GPA and 24 transfer hours. Need 2.0 GPAwith McMurry to continue. Cannot be used for intercollegiate classes.3. Transfer III of up to $2,750 per semester is awarded to enteringtransfer students with a 2.5 GPA and 24 transfer hours. Need 2.0GPA with McMurry to continue. Cannot be used for intercollegiateclasses.4. Transfer Award of up to $2,250 per semester is awarded to enteringtransfer students with a 2.25 GPA and 24 transfer hours. Need 2.0GPA with McMurry to continue. Cannot be used for intercollegiateclasses.McMurry University Abilene Military Dependent Scholarship- Anyincoming student who is a dependent of full-time active-duty military personnelwill receive a 30% discount in the cost of tuition. This scholarshipcannot be received concurrently with McMurry Honors, Presidential, UniversityScholar, McMurry Grant, Faculty, McMurry Award, Dean’s Scholarship,McMurry Shcolarship, Academic Incentive Award, or any transferscholarship. This scholarship may be full-time or part-time enrollment. A2.0 cumulative GPA with McMurry is required to continue the scholarship.Cannot be used for intercollegiate classes, or School of Nursing. Cannotbe combined with Athletic Scholarship.Special Military Rate For Active Duty Members Using Tuition Assistance(TA). In McMurry’s continued support and partnership wiith theAir Force, McMurry University is proud to offer a Special Military Rate forActive Duty Members Using Tuition Assistance (TA). Those who are eligibleto receive TA will be charged the maximum amount allowed, currently$250/credit hour, for McMurry classes. Out of pocket expenses will be forbooks and supplies. Those under partial TA are subject to the limitation ofone class in addition to the TA funded courses at the special rate and willbe required to pay according to the balance after TA. Special tuition ratedoes not apply for classes at the Patthy Hanks School of Nursing or anyIntercollegiate classes.International Scholarship- Amount of scholarship varies. This scholarshipcan not be received concurrently with any other McMurry Universityacademic scholarship. A student must remain in good standing tocontinue to receive this scholarship. This Scholarship cannot be used forintercollegiate classes or School of Nursing.Lydia Patterson Scholarship- one award to a fi rst-time freshman whois a graduate of the Lydia Patterson Institute in El Paso with a 2.75 highschool GPA that scores 20 on the ACT or 950 on the SAT who has not yetreceived a Bachelor’s degree will receive a scholarship to cover full tuition.This scholarship cannot be received concurrently with any other McMurryUniversity academic scholarship. A 2.0 Cumulative GPA is required tocontinue. Cannot be used for intercollegiate classes, or through theSchool of Nursing. Cannot be combined with Athletic Scholarship.United Methodist Minister’s Dependent Scholarship- $1,500/year.Confi mation of parent being an Active Ordained United Methodist Minister.A 2.0 cumulative GPA is required to continue. Only 3 awards available.Cannot be used for intercollegiate classes, or through the School of Nursing.Cannot be combined with Athletic Scholarship.Methodist Grant- Any student who is a documented member of the UnitedMethodist Church and who shows fi nancial need. Subject to availabilityof funds and completion on FAFSA. Applications available through theFinancial Aid Offi ce. Cannot be used for intercollegiate classes, or throughthe School of Nursing. Cannot be combined with Athletic Scholarship.Departmental Honors Scholarships- Academic departments designatethese scholarships to outstanding sophomore, junior and senior students.McMurry reserves the right to make changes subject to availability ofawards. Scholarships are available to undergraduates only.METHODIST SCHOLARSHIPSUnited Methodist Scholarships are awarded to McMurry students throughthe United Methodist Scholarship Program. Students who have beenactive members of the United Methodist Church for at least one year mayapply. Applications are available from the Offi ce of Loans and Scholarships,General Board of Higher Education and Ministry, The United MethodistChurch, PO Box 871, Nashville, TN 37202-0871, orwww.gbhem.org.United Methodist Minority Scholarships are available from the NorthwestTexas Conference of the United Methodist Church. Applicants should bemembers of a minority group and members of a United Methodist Churchin the Northwest Texas or Rio Grande Annual Conference. Applicationsare available from the Northwest Texas Conference Offi ce, PO Box 298,Lubbock, TX 79408.MCMURRY UNIVERSITY ACTIVITY SCHOLARSHIPSArt-Scholarships are available to students who show promise in art talentthrough submission of a portfolio to the Art Department Faculty. Contactthe Chairman of the Art Department for information. A 2.0 cumulative GPAis required to continue. Cannot be used for intercollegiate classes.Band- Scholarships are provided to students who are members of theMcMurry University Band through competitive auditions with the MusicDepartment Faculty. Apply to the Director of Bands for audition information.A 2.0 cumulative GPA is required to continue. Cannot be used forintercollegiate classes.Choir-Scholarships are provided to students who are members of oneof the recognized choral groups at McMurry University through competitiveaudition with the Music Department Faculty. Apply to the Director ofChoral Activities for audition information. A 2.0 cumulative GPA is requiredto continue. Cannot be used for intercollegiate classes.Theatre-Assistantships are provided to students who participate in Mc-Murry University theatre activities through competitive audition with theTheatre Department Faculty. Contact the Dean of Arts and Letters foraudition information. A 2.0 cumulative GPA is required to continue. Cannotbe used for intercollegiate classes.The Financial Aid Offi ce reserves the right to replace institutional grantsand scholarships with other gift aid sources in the same amounts, inorder to maximize limited resources. Please note that the total amountof gift aid awarded will not be reduced.Financial Aid Statement of Satisfactory ProgressStudent may be placed on fi nancial aid probation or fi nancial aid suspensionif he/she fails to maintain satisfactory progress. The student will beinformed by letter of the reason(s) for the status and the conditions thatmust be met for removal from fi nancial aid probation/suspension.Institutional PolicyThe Financial Aid Offi ce evaluates student’s satisfactory progress at theend of the spring semester once grades are released. Students are24

evaluated based on a quantitative basis (hours completed) and a qualitativebasis (cumulative grade point average, GPA) at the end of the springsemester.Academic StandardStudents must meet the academic standard for continuing enrollmentas published in the University catalog under Academic Probation andSuspension, including continuation based on appeal. A student placedon Academic Suspension is automatically placed on Financial AidSuspension.Satisfactory Academic Progress PolicySee fi nancial aid website for additional requirements.http://www.mcm.edu/newsite/web/fi nancial_aid/progress.htmREINSTATEMENT OF TITLE IV FINANCIALAID ELIGIBILITYOnce a student is suspended, Title IV Financial Aid Eligibility may be reinstatedin one of two ways.1. Meeting minimum credit hour requirements as outlined in the satisfactoryacademic progress policy time frame table and academic standardsas outlined in the University catalog.2. The approval of an appeal submitted by the student to the Director ofFinancial Aid and reviewed by the Student Appeal Committee. Appealsshould include explanation and documentation of any unusualcircumstances contributing to the student’s non-compliance to the satisfactoryacademic progress policy. Contact the Financial Aid Offi cefor appeal guidelines, and deadline to submit.CONSEQUENCES OF SUSPENSIONStudents who are suspended, lose eligibility for fi nancial aid for the entireacademic year and will be considered for reinstatement of fi nancial aid onlywhen they have met all requirements of the satisfactory academic progresspolicy.VOCATIONAL REHABILITATIONThe Texas Rehabilitation Commission offers assistance for tuition andnon-refundable fees to students who have certain disabling conditionsprovided their vocational objectives have been approved by a TRC Counselor.Examples of such conditions are orthopedic deformities, emotionaldisorders, diabetes, epilepsy, heart conditions, etc. Other services arealso available to assist the handicapped student to become employable.Application for such service should be made at: Texas Rehabilitation Commission,Abilene District Offi ce, 3104 South Clack, Abilene, TX 79606.SCHEDULE OF CHARGES FOR THE2012-2013 ACADEMIC YEARIn considering the costs of attending college, total costs should be studied.An illustration of the costs for a student living on campus is as follows:Direct costs paid to McMurry University: Semester AnnualBlock Tuition (12 hours or more) 11,652.50 23,305.00Average room and board (Freshmen)(20 meals per week) 3,736.65 7,473.30Average books and supplies 600.00 1,200.00Total Direct Costs 15,989.15 31,978.30Indirect living costs for student:Estimated transportation expense 547.00 1,094.00Estimated personal expenses 984.00 1,968.00Total Costs: 17,520.15 35,040.30TuitionBlock Tuition Rate(Fall or Spring) 11,652.50(Block Rate 12 or more hours)Hourly Tuition Rate(1-11 hours) 728.00Nursing Program ChargesBlock Tuition (Will be assessed on all full time students) 11,652.50Part Time enrollment per semester hours 728.00Adjustment in tuition will apply if PHSSN tuition exceeds McMurry’srates. Fees assessed by PHSSN each semester and charged to the studentaccount which includes but not limited to the following:Laboratory Fee Malpractice Insurance Hesi TestClinical Kit Nursing Exam ExamsoftParking Fee Drug Testing Fee Nclex ReviewPreceptorOther FeesApplication for Admission 25.00Application for Re-Admission 20.00Audit Courses (Non-Credit) (Per class) 50.00Departmental Exams (Per Semester Hour) 20.00Housing Application Fee 50.00Intercollegiate Fee 25.00Music Fee Per Course: 1 Hour 130.002 Hour 180.00Orientation Fee (First-time full-time student) 175.00May Term 2013 Tuition (Per Hour) 330.00May Term 2013 Room 250.00CLEP exam fee is subject to College Board RateCLEP administration fee 15.00CLEP essay fee on English 10.00Graduate Program App Fee 35.00Special ProgramsStudents from area high schools enrolling in dual credit courses, andresident-only students from area junior colleges residing on-campus, areconsidered registered in Special Programs at McMurry University. Registrationin these programs generate costs that are due and payable in fullby the fi rst day of the semester of enrollment. These costs will be availablebefore enrollment in either program. Payment may be taken or sentto the Student Financial Services at McMurry, or payment by credit cardor bank draft may be made through our online service. Upon enrollment,the student under 18 years of age is considered an adult under FERPAguidelines and collection steps and charging policies will be the same asthe University’s traditional student. Senior citizen programs begin at age65 and allows the attendance, with no participation, of the class at notuition cost or academic credit. After professor approval, registration is stillrequired and any class fee will apply.Intercollegiate enrollment is possible through Hardin-Simmons and AbileneChristian Universities when a class is unavailable at McMurry University ina particular major. When this occurs, the student will be charged with anyadditional costs incurred, including a higher rate of tuition and any fees,at the other university. The block tuition rate at McMurry does not alwayscover intercollegiate and nursing enrollment costs.Room Per SemesterGold Star Resident Hall(Double Occupancy Fall, & Spring Semester) 1,568.00President Residence Hall(Double Occupancy Fall & Spring Semester) 1,480.00Private Room (when available, additional $325)Financial AssistanceMartin & Hunt Residence Halls (Fall or Spring Semester)Double Occupancy 1,818.00Triple Occupancy (Hunt only) 1,704.00Semi-private Room 2,106.00Summer School 2013 per term 350.00Apartment Rent per Month:2 Bedroom 425.003 Bedroom 370.004 Bedroom 330.00Apartment contracts are binding from June 1 to May 31 and are chargedout twice during the year, 7 months in fall, and 5 months in spring.Fall =June through DecemberSpring =January through May25

Financial AssistanceBoard: Semester Charge (plus applicable state & local taxes)Students residing in a residence hall are required to choose one ofthe following three meal plans.20 meals per week:$1,717.00 + $60 munch money + 141.65 tax 1,918.6515 meals per week:$1,674.00 + $100 munch money + 138.11 tax 1,912.1112 meals per week:$1,621.00 + $150.00 munch money + 133.73 tax 1,904.73Students living off campus or in McMurry apartments may chooseany plan, including the following.5 meals per week w $150 munch money + tax 777.8540 meals / semester with $125 munch money + tax 392.38Munch money minimum /increments 50.00Room Deposit 250.00The $250.00 deposit is required at the time application is made to livein the McMurry residence halls. One hundred dollars of this deposit isrefundable when the student moves out if he/she checks out properly withthe room left in good condition and requests the refund in writing accordngto the terms of their lease. Apartment dwellers abide by the terms of theiryearly contracts. Fifty dollars of this deposit is a non-refundable housingapplication fee. The remaining $100 is an advance tuition deposit and willbe applied against tuition charges after the census date of the semester.Those living off-campus (commuters) will pay an advanced tuition depositof $150.00. Residence hall rooms are rented for the year. No refundsare made for withdrawal within a semester.versity, refunds will be assessed using the following schedule. Fees arenot refundable and there is no refund for May Term after the Census day.Room cost is non-refundable upon withdrawal after the Census day, butboard costs will be prorated to the withdrawal date upon the receipt of thewithdrawal form in the Business Offi ce.Whereas professors are able to academically withdraw a student fromclass for non-attendance, a student should not expect a professor to takesuch action automatically. It is the student’s responsibility to process awithdrawal in order to receive tuition refunds (if applicable, see below) andto assure good standing with Title IV fi nancial aid in the future.Tuition refunds for those students who withdraw from the University will begranted according to the following schedule:Fall Semester 2012 Aug 27-Dec 14100% refund August 27- September 575% refund of tuition September 6-1450% refund of tuition September 15-210% refund of tuition September 22First Mini-TermSecond Mini-TermFall 2012 Fall 2012Aug 27-Oct 17 Oct 18-Dec 14100% refund Aug 27 - Aug 29 100% refund Oct 18-2275% refund Aug 30 - Sep 3 75% refund Oct 23-2550% refund Sep 4 - Sep 5 50% refund Oct 26-290% refund Sept 6 0% refund Oct 30PAYMENT OF ACCOUNT1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.When a student completes the registration process, the total amountof tuition, room and board is due and payable.If the student’s total net bill cannot be paid upon completion of theregistration process, enrollment with Tuition Management System isrequired in order to make monthly payments. The summer sessionsrequire one-half payment by the fi rst class day with the remainingbalance to be paid within the following four weeks. May term is due infull by the fi rst class day.Returned checks are forwarded to Insta-Chek for collection. Anycollection fee will be assessed by Insta-Chek and payment must bemade to them. Any accounts or automatic bank drafts and credit cardpayments set up with Tuition Management System (TMS) that resultin insuffi cient funds will be subject to fees and assessed by TMS. Notwo-party checks may be cashed.A service charge of 1.5% per month of the unpaid balance will beapplied to each account not enrolled in a monthly payment plan withTuition Management Systems (TMS) on the 20th of each month afterthat balance is 30 days old.No degree or diploma will be awarded any student until his fi nancialobligations to the University have been satisfi ed.It will be necessary for McMurry University to refuse to issue a transcriptof credits or letter of transfer for any student who has failed tomeet his/her fi nancial obligations to the University.The Texas Book Company bookstore is the supply store for studentsand is operated on a cash basis. Checks and major credit cards arealso accepted.All questions or problems pertaining to payment of accounts shouldbe discussed with the Vice President for Financial Affairs or arepresentative in the Student Financial Services Offi ce. Any disputeon tuition charges must be resolved by the end of the semester inquestion. Any other dispute concerning semester charges must beresolved within 30 days from the date the charge was posted to theaccount. Be advised your account is available to view 24/7 throughCampus Connect.Personal checks will have the student I.D. number written on them byUniversity staff if a student has not done so already.WITHDRAWING FROM THE UNIVERSITY ANDTUITION REFUNDS:No tuition refunds or credits will be made on dropped classes after theCensus day of each semester. Upon complete withdrawal from the Uni26Spring Semester 2013 January 14- May 10100% refund January 14 - January 2475% refund of tuition January 25 - February 150% refund of tuition February 2- February 80% refund February 9First Mini-TermSecond Mini-TermSpring 2013 Spring 2013Jan 14-March8 Mar 18-May 10100% refund January 14-16 100% refund March 18-2075% refund January 17-22 75% refund March 21-2550% refund January 23-24 50% refund March 26-270% refund January 25 0% refund March 28May Term 2013 May 13-May 31100% refund May 13-140% refund May 15Summer Session I 2013 Summer Session II 2013June 3-July 5 July 8-Aug 9100% refund June 3-5 100% refund July 8-1075% refund June 6-10 75% refund July 11-150% refund June 11 0% refund July 16WITHDRAWAL CALCULATIONS PROCEDURES/POLICYA student who must withdraw completely from the University may encounterseveral fi nancial refund calculations. The fi rst thing considered is theUniversity’s refund schedule. Further refunds will be dictated by the typeof fi nancial aid that the student has accepted, what has been receivedby the University and what the student may have received through cashdraws from his/her account.The University’s refund policy refl ects a 100% refund through the CensusDay for each semester. No financial aid will be granted during that time.After the Census Day of each semester, a decreasing percentage of tuitiononly, is refundable per the schedule above. That amount is credited to thestudent’s account.

If only a percentage of tuition is refundable by the University’s policy orif a student withdraws after the last day to receive any tuition refund, thefi nancial aid for that student is reviewed. Title IV Funds (involving DirectLoans, Perkins Loans, Parent Loans, Pell Grants, & SEOG Funds) thatcome from the government are subject to refund and repayment. Thesteps in this procedure include:1. Calculating the percentage of earned aid based on the number ofdays the student attended classes up to 60% of the semester.2. Applying that percentage against the aid received.3. Returning the amount of the unearned portions of aid back to the TitleIV programs.a. This may increase the balance owed to the university butdecrease what the student would owe later against a loan.b. If the student made cash draws from this aid, it may createa repayment from the student due to the Title IV program.Academic PoliciesExample #1:Total Cost 6000.00Tuition = 4000.00Title IV Aid4000.00crBalance Owed by Student 2000.00Withdrew 50% University Tuition Refund Policy2000.00crWithdrew at 20% Title IVEarned Aid (80% refund to Title IV programs) 3200.00Final Balance Student Owes University 3200.00Example #2Total Cost 6000.00Tuition = 4000.00Institutional Aid1000.00crTitle IV Aid4000.00crBalance Owed by Student 1000.00Withdrew 0% UniversityTuition Refund PolicyWithdrew at 40% Title IVEarned Aid (60% refund to Title IV programs) 2400.00Final Balance Student Owes University 3400.00A student found to have received all ‘F,’ ‘WF,’ and ‘I,’ grades at the end ofa semester is also subject to the Title IV calculation as described above.However, additional steps will be taken to support if the student actuallystayed in attendance throughout the semester in at least one course andearned the grade, or if there is a date of last attendance at an academicactivity. Professors will be contacted to establish this date; that datewill then be the date of withdrawal used to do the Title IV calculations.This calculation tells the school if Title IV funds must be returned to theprogram as stated by the federal government. If a student earns even onepassing grade in a subject, the calculation will not be necessary.A student must begin any withdrawal with the Student Retention Offi ce,located in the Registrar’s Offi ce in the Maegden Building, complete thenecessary signatures, and conclude at the Registrar’s Offi ce.ROOM AND BOARD REGULATION1. Students are required to live on campus unless they have eithercompleted 60 hours, are 21, are married, or live within 30 miles ofcampus with a parent or legal guardian. Residence hall rooms arereserved by written agreement for the fall and spring semesters. Astudent requesting to live off campus must be approved by AssistantDirector of Residence Life. An application must be submitted to theStudent Affairs Office, located in Presidents Hall, South Entrance.2. An application/agreement for housing is sent to the student upontheir acceptance to McMurry University. The completed HousingApplication/Agreement and deposit of $150.00 needs to be returnedto the Admissions Office. Rooms are assigned on a fi rst come-firstserve basis and are based on availability.3. $100.00 of the housing deposit is returned to the student upon theirfi nal move out of the residence hall, provided the room is clean, thereis no damage, complete checkout procedures are followed, and thedeposit is requested in accordance with the terms of their lease.4. The room and board charge is maintained by a yearly contract and ifrequired, the price of room and board is subject to change.27

Academic PoliciesACADEMIC POLICIES & INFORMATIONGRADESCalculated in the Grade Point Average:GENERAL DEFINITIONSTHE ACADEMIC YEAR differs from the calendar year in that it is onlynine months in duration, beginning late August and ending in May. Theacademic year begins with the FALL SEMESTER and ends with theSPRING SEMESTER. The academic year, therefore includes portionsof two calendar years. The SUMMER SESSION consists of two terms,each approximately fi ve and one-half weeks in duration. The MAY TERMis a three-week interim term which is scheduled after Spring Commencementand before the beginning of the Summer Session. It is describedmore fully in a later section under the heading of “Courses of Study.” Thestudent should refer to the UNIVERSITY CALENDAR which appears atthe beginning of this publication.CREDIT HOUR. McMurry University defi nes a credit hour in accordancewith the federal regulations. A credit hour as a reasonable approximationof the student learning outcomes that can be achieved in the contextof a course that requires 42-45 hours of student work including bothcontact time between student and faculty and the student’s independentwork. While hours of work and contact time can provide guidance in theestablishment of credit hour equivalencies, it is understood that the studentachievement associated with any credit hour can only be measuredadequately in terms of documented qualitative and quantitative outcomes.The successful completion of a credit hour will always take into considerationexpectations based on degree level, discipline, the type of learningexperience (e.g., didactic, clinical, practica, or internships), and the modeof delivery (e.g., face-to-face or online). This defi nition is a minimumstandard that does not restrict faculty from setting a higher standard thatrequires more student work per credit hour.TERM OF ENROLLMENT. Enrollment in a specifi ed semester or term isidentifi ed by the term designation (i.e. Fall, Spring, May, Summer I, SummerII). Example: A student enrolled in 6 hours for the full fall semester,plus 3 hours mini I and 3 hours mini II, is considered to be a full timestudent for the fall semester enrolled in 12 credit hours, since all fallcourses carry the same term designation. Final grades for all courses ina designated term are posted to the students’ transcripts at the end of thesemester.NUMBERING OF COURSES. Credit in college courses is counted insemester hours. (A course meeting three lecture hours per week forone semester has a credit value of three semester hours.) Freshmenlevelcourses are numbered in the 1000s; Sophomore-level courses arenumbered in the 2000s; Junior-level courses are numbered in the 3000s;and Senior-level courses are numbered in the 4000s. The second digitin the course number designates the number of semester hours credit forthe course; the third and fourth digits distinguish one course from another.All Junior- and Senior-level courses are called advanced courses andare numbered in the 3000s and 4000s. A student who does not have thenecessary standing or prerequisites will not be allowed to register for anadvanced course.Not Calculated in the Grade Point Average:WP Academic work was of passing quality at the time ofwithdrawal from a course.P The academic work was of passing quality but not includedin grade point calculation (assigned only in courses taught onPass/Fail basis)Grade SymbolsThe instructor is responsible for whatever grade symbol (A, A-, B+, B, B-,C+, C, C-, D+, D, D-, F, P, I, WF, WP) is to be assigned. Other symbolsused are indications of registration or grade status and may or may notrequire action by an instructor and are NOT included in the GPA.GradeQuality PointsA 4.00A- 3.67B+ 3.33B 3.00B- 2.67C+ 2.33C 2.00C- 1.67D+ 1.33D 1.00D- (Passing) 0.67F (Failing) 0WF (Failing) 0I (Incomplete) 0WNRStudent withdrew from the course within the fi rst six weeks of aregular semester.Grade was not reported to Registrar.28

INCOMPLETE GRADE POLICYIncomplete PolicyINCOMPLETE is a temporary grade indicating course requirements were not completed and arrangements have now been made between the instructorand the student to complete the remaining requirements after the close of the semester. Assigning an incomplete grade requires the approval ofthe dean and is reserved for special and unusual circumstances such as family emergencies or serious illness. The course instructor must obtain andcomplete the Request to Assign Incomplete Grade form, which is available from the offi ce of the Dean or the Registrar. If approved, the dean will submitthe incomplete grade to the Registrar’s Offi ce.The incomplete grade must be completed with the instructor who taught the course and will expire on the dates outlined below. If no grade is submitted,the incomplete will expire to an F on the date indicated. A grade change form completed in the Registrar’s Offi ce is required to change an incompletegrade to a fi nal grade. In order to change an F to an alternate fi nal grade, a grade change form is required, along with the signature of the VPAA.FOR STUDENTS WHO ARE NOT CANDIDATES FOR GRADUATIONAll final gradesfor previous semestersdue in Registrar’sOffice by:If INC grade isearned at theend of:Grade due inRegistrar’s Office by:‡ Final grade due inRegistrar’s Office orINC will expire to F on:n/a Fall n/a May 15Spring, Mayn/aTerm, Summer n/a December 15FOR GRADUATION CANDIDATESDECCandidatesMAYCandidatesAUGCandidates* All final grades forprevious semestersdue in Registrar’sOffice by:October 1 immediatelypreceding anticipated DeccommencementMarch 1 immediatelypreceding anticipated MaycommencementMarch 1 immediatelypreceding anticipated MaycommencementIf INC grade isearned atthe end of:FallSpringMay Term orSummerGrade due inRegistrar’s Office by:‡ Final grade due inRegistrar’s Office or INCwill expire to F on:Jan 15 / INC grades receivedafter Jan 15 will result in a latergraduation date May 15June 15 / INC grades receivedafter June 15 will result in a latergraduation date Sept 15Sept 15 / INC grades receivedafter Sept 15 will result in a latergraduation date Dec 15* Exceptions for graduation candidates include honors thesis presentations, music recitals, theatre direction,others as applicable with approval of Registrar. The instructor and the candidate should remain incontact with the Registrar regarding the status of these situations._____________________________________________________________________________________________________‡ Extensions beyond this date are reserved only for unique circumstances and may be granted withapproval of the instructor and the Dean and notification of the Registrar.______________________________________________________________________________________________________29

GPA Calculations / Grade AppealsGRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA)The cumulative grade point average includes only McMurry Universitycourse grades. Credit accepted for transfer from another institution is includedin the total amount of credit applicable to degree requirements, butgrades earned in such courses are not recorded on the permanent recordat McMurry University and are not used in computing the cumulative gradepoint average needed for graduation.GRADE POINT CALCULATIONIn order to meet the requirements for a degree, the average grade for allwork done must be at least a grade of C (2.0).The grade point average is calculated by dividing the total hours attemptedinto the total grade points accumulated.Only courses taken at McMurry University are computed into the student’stranscript GPA. At the time of graduation, only courses completed atMcMurry University will be used to calculate eligibility for honors designations.REPORTING OF GRADESStudents may view their semester grades on Campus Connect. Studentsmay request a paper copy, if needed, in the Registrar’s Offi ce. Gradereports are subject to the same privacy laws and requirements as transcripts.Please refer to “Student Privacy” in a prior section of this catalog.REPETITION OF COURSESOnce the fi nal grade has been given in a course, this grade may not bealtered by additional work or by examination. A course may be repeatedfor the purpose of raising the grade, but the last grade shall stand as thepermanent record in any case, except for courses that are designated asrepeatable for credit. If the student wishes to repeat a course such as thisfor the purpose of raising a previous grade in that course, he/she mustnotify the Registrar.Only credit for courses, and not the grades earned in these courses, takenat institutions other than McMurry University (or through intercollege enrollment)can be accepted for transfer to McMurry University. If a studentfails a course at McMurry, the student can earn credit for that course atanother institution and transfer the credit hours to McMurry. In this case,however, the original grade earned in the course taken at McMurry willremain on the McMurry transcript and continue to be calculated as part ofthe student’s transcript GPA. Thus, in order to remove a grade of D or Ffrom the calculation of the student’s transcript GPA, the student must repeatthe course at McMurry University (or through intercollege enrollment).DEAN’S LIST AND DEAN’S HONOR ROLLThe Dean’s List is an academic honor roll made up each semester ofthose students who have carried a minimum of twelve semester hours andhave achieved a grade point average of 3.5 or above for that semester.The Dean’s Honor Roll is an academic honor roll made up each semesterof those students who have carried six to eleven semester hours and haveachieved a grade point average of 3.5 or above for that semester.ACADEMIC PROBATION AND SUSPENSIONThe institutional requirement for graduation is a “C” (2.00 grade pointaverage) or higher; notifi cation of probation is a warning that a student’sgrades fall below acceptable standards. If substandard performancecontinues, a student is then suspended from continued enrollment. At theconclusion of each fall and spring semester, every student’s performanceis evaluated to determine whether probation or suspension is warranted.This performance evaluation is based on cumulative hours (the higher ofattempted or earned) including transfer hours, as stipulated in the categoriesbelow.Academic Probation. A student is placed on academic probation whenhis or her cumulative GPA falls below the minimum requirements in thetable below.HoursGPA0-32 1.6033-48 1.8049 and Above 2.00Academic Suspension. A student on academic probation whosecumulative grade point average falls below that indicated below, will beplaced on academic suspension. The third consecutive semester ofgrades below probation but above suspension will result in suspension.HoursGPA0-32 1.4033-48 1.6049 and Above 2.00Students on suspension may appeal for reinstatement to the StudentAppeals Committee. Suspended students may not enroll at McMurry fora minimum of one full semester and must receive readmission approvalbefore re-enrolling. Suspended students who are allowed to re-enroll areplaced on probation for the semester in which they are readmitted.The Application for Readmission is obtained from the Registrar’s Offi ceand is processed through the Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA),Vice President for Student Relations, and the Vice President for FinancialAffairs. The VPAA will notify the student of the action taken on the Applicationfor Readmission. Applications for Readmission should be submittedto the Registrar at least 10 days before the beginning of the semesterfor which the student desires admission.EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES ANDACADEMIC GOOD STANDINGMcMurry University offers a wide variety of activities for students in keepingwith its mission to provide a Christian liberal arts and professional education.These include but are not limited to the following: band and choralmusic organizations and ensembles, intercollegiate athletics, intramuralathletics, McMurry Christian Ministries, Campus Activities Board (CAB),national honor societies, professional organizations, publications, serviceclubs, social clubs, special interest groups, and theatre.In general, a student who is eligible to enroll for classes is considered tobe in good standing for extracurricular activities. Additional and morestringent requirements may be established by supervisors of these activities,groups, organizations, or societies. For participation in intercollegiateathletics a student must demonstrate satisfactory progress toward a degree.In order to demonstrate satisfactory progress a student/athlete mustbe enrolled full-time (a minimum of twelve semester hours) unless fewerhours are required for graduation.Financial aid requirements for satisfactory progress and other regulationsare explained separately in this catalog and elsewhere.GRADE APPEALSIf a student disagrees with the grade received in a class, the student hasthe right to appeal using a formal appeal process. All grade appeals mustbe confi ned to irregularities in class policy and the assignment of grades.Concerns or complaints about faculty attitudes, ideas, or behavior shouldbe directed to the dean of the school offering the class or the dean ofstudents. If the academic dean is the subject of the complaint, the studentshould speak with the Vice President for Academic Affairs.Grade appeals deal with the policies, as stated in the syllabus, by whichfi nal course grades are determined. Classes may vary among instructors,but fundamentally fair treatment of students in compliance with thesyllabus provided for the course should be a constant. The process forappealing a grade works as follows (except for courses taken in the PattyHanks Shelton School of Nursing):30

1.2.3.4.5.6.Initial attempts to resolve any grade dispute must be between thestudent and the instructor for the course.If meeting with the instructor does not resolve the dispute, thestudent can proceed with the complaint by making an appointmentto discuss the issue with the dean of the school. Depending on thesituation, the dean may request a follow-up meeting to include thestudent and instructor.If meeting with the dean does not resolve the dispute, the studentcan make a formal appeal to the Student Appeals Committee. Thecomplaint must be initiated within thirty days of the posting of grades.This is a formal written appeal that consists of the following materials:a. A written statement of the issue and past attempts toresolve the issue with the instructor involved and thedean of the school.b. Any pertinent documentation supplied by the studentin support of their argument, including a copy of thecourse syllabus and any specifi c assignments orcoursework related to the complaint.The Student Appeals Committee will solicit feedback from theinstructor and may schedule a hearing at which both parties will begiven limited but equal time to present their cases and for rebuttal. Aquestion and answer period will allow committee members to solicitadditional information.At the conclusion of the testimony, both parties will be dismissedand the Student Appeals Committee will deliberate and vote on theappeal. A simple majority vote is required to decide the appeal. Thestudent, instructor, and Vice President for Academic Affairs will benotifi ed in writing of the committee’s decision.Decisions of the Student Appeals Committee are fi nal and cannot befurther appealed.CLASSIFICATION OF STUDENTS» A Freshman is one who has satisfactorily met all University entrancerequirements, but who has completed fewer than thirty semesterhours of work (0-29 hours).» A Sophomore is one who has satisfactorily met all University entrancerequirements, and who has completed thirty or more semesterhours of work (30-59 hours).» A Junior is one who has completed sixty semester hours of work, andwho has satisfactorily met all entrance requirements (60-89 hours).» A Senior is one who has completed ninety semester hours of work,and is a candidate for a degree (90 hours and above).» A Post-Baccalaureate student has completed a baccalaureatedegree, and is taking courses toward additional certifi cation or forpersonal benefi t only.CLASS ATTENDANCEIt is understood that attendance is part of the learning commitment - placingoneself in a class setting where effective educational communicationand interaction can happen. Both faculty and students are expected to beregular and punctual in their attendance habits. Professors and studentscooperate and are responsible for shaping a community at work. As partof this responsibility, attendance will be noted in some manner suitable tothe size of the class, group, and type of activity. Any necessary absenceoccurring while a student is representing the University in some offi cialway will be considered an authorized absence. Work missed due to suchan absence is to be made up as the respective professor determines.Please refer to the Council Fire, Faculty Handbook, or course syllabus formore specifi c information.ABSENCESThe following guide will help you determine the number of unauthorizedabsences allowed before a professor may drop a student from the class.Each professor will determine the consequences for absenteeism in his orher class. This will be noted in the syllabus.Withdrawal ProcessADDING OR DROPPING COURSESA student may add a course with the permission of the advisor at anytime during the fi rst 5 days of the semester. A student may drop a coursewith the permission of the instructor and the advisor with the grade of Wat any time through the sixth week of the semester. After the sixth weekof class, a student may drop a course with the permission of the instructorand the advisor and will be assigned the grade of WP or WF. For informationregarding the last date to withdraw from a class, refer to the collegecalendar on page 4. A course may not be dropped after that date. Theprocess of adding or dropping a course has not been completed until theform requesting permission to add or drop a course has been returned toand processed by the Offi ce of the Registrar.WITHDRAWAL PROCESS FROM THE UNIVERSITYA student who must withdraw from the University is required to completethe following steps:1. Report to the Student Retention Coordinator in the Registrar’s Offi ceto obtain a withdrawal form, exit survey.2. Take the form to the Financial Aid Office.3. Take the form to Resident Life & Housing Campus Center #104.4. MOVE by Dan Jones Jay-Rollins Library #1125. Take the form to the Business Office6. Return the completed form to the Registrar’s Offi ce.Unless a student offi cially withdraws, the University has no choice but torecord a grade of F in every course in which the student was enrolled.See the Financial Information section for refund dates and amounts.The University reserves the right to withdraw any student from a courseand/or from the University when the student ceases to attend classes.EMERGENCY MILITARY RECALL, REACTIVATION,OR DEPLOYMENTIt is McMurry University’s policy to work with all students on an individualbasis as they encounter serious and unusual circumstances affecting theireducational progress. McMurry University supports our nation’s militaryefforts and those who currently serve, those who have served, and thosewho are family members. Therefore, during times requiring recall/reactivationand/or deployment, McMurry University will counsel and plan with thespecifi c student to minimize accompanying inconveniences and maximizeacademic credit established up to the time the student’s military involvementis required. Upon receipt of notifi cation of a status change, the studentshould immediately contact the Vice President for Academic Affairswho will assist the student in making the best decisions for the student’scircumstances.NUMBER OF HOURS A STUDENT MAY CARRY,FALL AND SPRING SEMESTERSMcMurry University defi nes a full-time student as one who is enrolledfor a minimum of twelve (12) semester hours. A student who is not onacademic probation may register for up to eighteen semester hours. Astudent on academic probation is limited to sixteen semester hours.OVERLOAD POLICYA student must have a B (3.0 grade points) average to be eligible totake more than eighteen semester hours. To take more than eighteensemester hours, a student must secure the approval of the Vice Presidentfor Academic Affairs. Overload permission forms are available in theRegistrar’s Offi ce.PREPARATIONAn average of two hours outside preparation is expected for each hourin class. A full-time student needs forty-five to sixty hours per week forclassroom attendance and preparation for classwork.3 absences in MWF classes per semester2 absences in TR classes per semester1 absence in a 2 or 3 hour class that meets once a week3 tardies equal one absence31

Degree RequirementsSchoolsSeven baccalaureate degrees and one graduate degree are offeredthrough the following six schools:School of Arts and LettersDr. Christina Wilson, DeanArtCommunication StudiesEnglishMusicSpanish Studies TheatreSchool of BusinessDr. K. O. Long, DeanAccountingFinanceHeritage & Cultural TourismMarketingSchool of EducationDr. Perry K. Haley-Brown, DeanEducationComputer Information SystemsGeneral BusinessManagementKinesiologySchool of Natural and Computational SciencesDr. Alicia Wyatt, DeanBiologyChemistryComputer ScienceGeosciencesMathematicsPhysicsSchool of NursingDr. Nina Ouimette, DeanNursingSchool of Social Sciences and ReligionDr. Phil LeMasters, DeanGreekHistoryPhilosophyPolitical SciencePsychologyReligionServant Leadership SociologyCOURSES OF STUDYB.A. - Candidates for the B.A. degree may major in the followingareas (a minor is required):ChemistryChristian MinistryEnglishEnglish and WritingHistoryMultimedia and Graphic DesignMusicPolitical SciencePsychologyReligionSociologySpanishStudio ArtTheatreB.A. - Candidates for the B.A. Degree with Teacher Certificationmay major in the following areas (A minor in Curriculumand Instruction is required):Art Education Chemistry Grades 8-12English Grades 4-8 English Grades 8-12History Grades 8-12 Social Studies 8-12Spanish EC-12Theatre Arts EducationB.B.A. – Candidates for the B.B.A. degree may choose fromthe following concentrations (a minor is required for Heritageand Cultural Tourism):AccountingComputer Information SystemsFinanceGeneral BusinessHeritage and Cultural Tourism ManagementMarketingB.F.A. - Candidates for the B.F.A. degree may major in the followingareas (a minor is not required):Multimedia and Graphic Design Studio ArtTheatreB.I.S. - Candidates for the B.I.S. degree select three fieldsof study. See Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies section for furtherinformation.B.M.E. - Candidates for the B.M.E. degree may major in thefollowing areas:Choral EmphasisInstumental EmphasisB.S. - Candidates for the B.S. degree may major in the followingareas (minor required according to major; please refer todepartmental sections of this Catalog):AccountingBiochemistryBiologyBiomedical SciencesChemistryComputer ScienceExercise Science & Human PerformanceInformation TechnologyLife ScienceMathematicsPhysicsB.S. - Candidates for the B.S. degree with Teacher Certificationmay major in the following areas (A minor in Curriculumand Instruction is required):All Level Physical Education Computer Science Grades 8-12Early Childhood Education Life Science 8-12Mathematics Grades 4-8 Mathematics Grades 8-12Multidisciplinary Studies ITeaching Fields:Business BasicTechnology ApplicationsMultidisciplinary Studies IITeaching Fields:Science8-12 Certifi cationPhysical Sciences4-8 Certifi cationSocial StudiesB.S.N. – Candidates for the B.S.N. major in Nursing will apply to thePatty Hanks Shelton School of Nursing.M.S.N. See Graduate Studies section of the catalog for information onapplying to this program.REQUIREMENTS FOR DEGREESGeneral Regulations. Seven baccalaureate degrees: the Bachelor ofArts, the Bachelor of Science, the Bachelor of Business Administration,the Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies, Bachelorof Music Education, and the Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing - areconferred by McMurry University upon recommendation of the faculty andthe approval of the Board of Trustees. Recommendations for the baccalaureatedegrees are contingent upon the following conditions being met:Written Application for Graduation.Candidates for graduation must make written application in the Registrar’soffi ce at the beginning of the long semester just prior to the expectedgraduation semester:September 1 st for students who expect to graduate the following May orAugust.February 1 st for students who expect to graduate the following December.Transfer Credits.All transfer credits which apply to a degree, whether earned at a regionallyaccredited higher education institution through distance learning or in residence,must be on fi le in the Registrar’s Offi ce by the beginning of the fi nalsemester leading to the degree. Any grade below C- will not be acceptedfor transfer. When a student has earned 66 credit hours or more32

toward a baccalaureate degree, credit earned from a junior college cannotbe accepted thereafter toward any degree. Following matriculation, anycredits transferred must be approved in advance through submission of aTransfer Course Application, available in the Registrar’s Offi ce. The applicationrequires approval of the Registrar, academic advisor, Certifi cationOffi cer (if applicable), and the appropriate department or dean. Any hourstaken without prior permission may not count toward a McMurry Universitydegree.Graduation Under a Particular Catalog.A candidate may obtain a degree according to the requirements of the catalogunder which he/she enters the University or the catalog governingany subsequent year in which he/she is registered, provided that allrequirements are completed within six years of the date of the catalogchosen. A student may always graduate under the current catalog. Themeeting of requirements and regulations of the catalog is the finalresponsibility of the student and not of the University.Conferring of Degrees.Degrees are conferred three times each year, with recognition of graduatesat commencement ceremonies twice a year. Students who completetheir requirements in the fall semester participate in a December commencementceremony, and those who complete their requirements in thespring or summer semesters participate in May commencement exercises.Degrees are conferred in December and May (as of the day of Commencement)and in August (as of the last day of Summer courses).Students are responsible for meeting all the graduation deadlines listedelsewhere in this catalog. Once a degree is conferred, it is consideredfi nal. No additional majors, minors, concentrations, focus areas, teachingfi elds, or emphasis can be added to a degree once it has been conferred.For students interested in obtaining a second degree, please see informationin the “Recuirements for a Second Degree” section of the catalog.Graduation with Honors.At the time of graduation, a student is designated Summa cum Laude ifthe student’s cumulative grade point average is 3.85 or above; Magnacum Laude, 3.7; cum Laude, 3.5. To be eligible for graduation with honors,a student must have completed a minimum of fi fty seven semesterhours in courses at McMurry University. Grades for all courses taken atMcMurry, including courses in which the student received a “D+, “ “D,”“D-”, “F,” or “WF,” or “I” will be included in the calculation of honors.Diplomas.Diplomas are provided to graduates once all fi nal degree requirements,grades, and transcripts have been received and verifi ed. The diploma willinclude the degree, Latin honors, departmental honors, and honors program.it will not include the major, minor, concentration, focus, etc. Onlythe name of the student listed in our student information system will beprinted. If another name is requested, offi cial documents will be requiredto verify the name change. Titles and other name designations will not beprinted on the diploma. Diplomas cannot be released for students whohave a hold in any area of the university.If a replacement diploma is needed, a request can be made to the Registrar’soffi ce, along with a fee of $25.00. Any replacement diploma willinclude the current format and signatures in use at the time of reprinting,and the request will be honored with the next subsequent diploma printing.Typically, diplomas are printed three times a year following each of thedegree conferral dates in May, August, and December.Residence Work.At least 25% of all hours required for the baccalaureate degree must betaken in residence. Remedial credit and credit earned by examination donot apply as residence hours. All candidates for degrees must do their lasttwelve hours in regular class work on the campus. Distance learning workis not permitted during the last semester without specifi c approval of theRegistrar. All candidates for degrees must complete at least six semestercredit hours in residence in the major, minor, focus areas, concentrations,and/or teaching fi elds. Intercollegiate courses and courses taken throughthe Patty Hanks Shelton School of Nursing satisfy McMurry residencyrequirements.Degree RequirementsGeneral Electives.The number of general education electives required may vary by thechoice of degree and major. Each student will be required to take enoughlower and/or upper level elective hours to meet a total of 39 advancedhours and 120 overall hours excluding remedial courses. Questionsconcerning general education electives should be directed toward eitherthe student’s academic advisor, the offi ce of Academic Advising, or theRegistrar.Semester Hours.A candidate for a baccalaureate degree must complete a minimum of onehundred twenty credit hours, excluding remedial courses.Advanced Hours.All baccalaureate degrees require a minimum of 39 advanced semesterhours. Additionally, a minimum of 12 advanced hours are required for themajor and 6 advanced hours are required for the minor.Applied Fine Arts Credit.Not more than twelve semester hours of applied fi ne arts will be acceptedas credit towards a bachelor’s degree except for a major or minor inmusic.Health Fitness Credit.Not more than eight semester hours of Health Fitness courses will beaccepted as credit towards a bachelor’s degree. Courses are repeatablefor credit.Grades.An average of C (2.0 GPA) must be made on the total work undertakenat McMurry University. Some majors specify a higher required GPA forcompletion. No grade of less than C quality is acceptable in the major,concentration, focus area, fi eld of study, or teaching fi eld. Some majorsspecify the grade required in general education courses.Choice of Major and Minor.The student is advised to choose his/her major early in his/her college career,but is not required to do so until the beginning of his/her junior year.The University is not obligated to offer courses for a student who changeshis/her major after the first semester of the junior year. The student shouldsecure his/her academic advisor’s approval upon the choice of both majorand minor.Concurrent Enrollment Policy.No student may be concurrently enrolled in any other residence-requiredcourses or programs at another regionally accredited college or universitywithout prior approval by the Vice President for Academic Affairs. Astudent may take no more than 18 total credit hours during a semesteras per the overload policy in this catalog. Non-residence and distancelearning courses from regionally accredited institutions may be taken fortransfer credit as per the guidelines of the Transfer Credit section of thiscatalog. The transfer course application for this purpose is available in theRegistrar’s Offi ce (Financial Aid restrictions may apply). Courses takenthrough the Intercollegiate Enrollment program are not subject to theserequirements. Please see the section on Intercollegiate Enrollment in theSpecial Programs section of this catalog on page 37.Requirements for Second Degree.A McMurry graduate wishing to obtain a second degree must completethe requirements under a single catalog in effect after entering school forthe second degree. A minimum of 150 total credit hours are required, witha minimum of 51 total hours at the advanced level. The second degreemust include at least one fi eld of study different from the one(s) earnedfor the fi rst degree. All other requirements must be met for the seconddegree and must be completed within six academic years in order tograduate with the second degree under the entering catalog. All credit forthe second degree must be earned in McMurry courses.33

Foreign Languange Requirements / Honors ProgramMcMURRYFOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTBA DegreeBA candidates must take at least 1 year of a foreign language at the collegelevel or show profi ciency by taking an elementary foreign languageprofi ciency exam or CLEP. Five BA majors require 2 years of a foreignlanguage or profi ciency by exam: English, English and Writing, History,Political Science, and Religion.BFA DegreeBFA candidates must take at least 1 year of a foreign language at thecollege level or show profi ciency by taking an elementary foreign languageprofi ciency exam or CLEP.BIS DegreeBIS candidates must take one semester of a foreign language at the collegelevel or show profi ciency by taking an elementary foreign languageprofi ciency exam or CLEP.BS DegreeTwo years high school credit in a single foreign language satisfi es the BSlanguage requirement. Students who do not have this high school creditwill be required to take 8 hours of a foreign language at McMurry. Studentswho graduated from high school prior to 1993 do not have a foreignlanguage requirement for the BS degree.BS Degree / BME/ Multidisciplinary Studies MajorTwo years high school credit in a single foreign language satisfi es the BS/ MS language requirement for education majors. Students who do nothave this high school credit will be required to take 8 hours of a foreignlanguage at McMurry. Students who graduated from high school prior to1993 do not have a foreign language requirement for the BS/MS degree.BBA DegreeTwo years high school credit in a single foreign language satisfi es the BBAlanguage requirement for business majors. Students who do not have thishigh school credit will be required to take 8 hours of a foreign language atMcMurry. Students who graduated from high school prior to 1993 do nothave a foreign language requirement for the BBA degree.BSN DegreeTwo years high school credit in a single foreign language satisfi es theBSN language requirement. Students who do not have this high schoolcredit will be required to take 8 hours of a foreign language at McMurry.Students who graduated from high school prior to 1993 do not have aforeign language requirement for the BSN degree.McMURRY UNIVERSITYHONORS PROGRAMDr. Philip LeMasters, DirectorThe McMurry University Honors Program includes two distinct tracksdesigned to enrich the academic experience of our most outstanding students.Every McMurry student with a 3.25 GPA is considered an honorsstudent and encouraged to take honors courses. In order to graduatefrom the Honors Program, a student must be admitted to and complete allthe requirements of one of the following honors tracks:University Honors:Incoming FreshmenIncoming freshmen are eligible to apply for admission to this four-yearhonors track if they meet one of the following criteria: 27 ACT/1220 SAT;standing in the top 5% of the graduating class; or completion of twelvehours of dual-credit courses at McMurry with a GPA of at least 3.5. Thedeadline for application is February 1 of the calendar year in which thestudent enrolls at McMurry. The top two applicants receive full-tuitionscholarships for four years, while others may receive a $3,000.00 scholarshipeach year for four years. Students who apply for the program afterFebruary 1 may in some cases be eligible to receive a $3,000.00 award,dependent upon how many students have been admitted to the programpreviously.Transfer StudentsTransfer students are eligible to apply for admission to this four-yearhonors track if they have a GPA of at least 3.5 for at least twelve transferrablehours completed at another accredited institution. The deadline forapplication is July 15 of the calendar year in which the student enrolls atMcMurry. A limited number of $1,000.00 scholarships are available fortransfer honors students. Students who apply for the program after July 15may in some cases be eligible to receive a $1,000.00 award, dependentupon how many students have been admitted to the program previously.Application ProcedureQualifi ed applicants for the University Honors Track will receive anapplication packet upon their admission as McMurry students. After supplyingall the required application materials, they will have an interviewwith a committee of professors or with the director of the honors program.Decisions on admission to honors and scholarships will be made after theinterview.Course RequirementsUniversity Honors students will earn honors credit in at least twelve hoursof honors courses, preferably taken before the senior year. (Alternatively,they may complete the fifteen hours of The Texas Semester with a GPA ofat least 3.5 for those courses.) In order to continue in this track and retainan honors scholarship, they must maintain 3.25 GPA for their honors workand a 3.5 GPA for all McMurry course work. They must also make reasonableprogress toward graduation from the program. This track is opento all majors. Students with honors scholarships must register for thesishours during the senior year in order to retain their scholarships.Nursing StudentsHonors scholarships are not transferrable to the Patty Hanks SheltonSchool of Nursing. Pre-nursing students may have the benefi t of theseawards during the freshman and sophomore years on the McMurry campus,but not as students of the School of Nursing.Departmental Honors:This honors track is designed for students who wish to develop anadvanced level of competence in their major fi eld. Students must havea 3.25 GPA* and have completed 60 semester hours of college work inorder to apply for admission. Students will earn 7 hours of honors credit,normally including 3-6 hours of honors courses in the department anda 1-3 hour honors thesis in the major fi eld. Students in all majors mayparticipate in Departmental Honors.*(A GPA higher than 3.25 is required for admission to departmental honorsin Business, Communications, Curriculum & Instruction, Music, and Nursing.It is possible to apply for admission to Departmental Honors in Musicafter completing 30 hours of college work.)Departmental Requirements for Honors ThesisEach academic department determines the prerequisites for writing anhonors thesis in that discipline. Regardless of which track of the honorsprogram a student is in, he or she must meet the requirements set by themajor fi eld. In the case of an interdisciplinary thesis, such as one in GreatBooks, the honors program director will appoint at least three appropriatefaculty members to determine the course requirements for the student andoversee the thesis. In all cases, it is the responsibility of the student to beaware of the requirements for graduation from the honors program and tobe in touch with the honors program director whenever questions arise.In order to receive the approval of an academic department for admissionto its honors program, a student must complete the “Application for HonorsProgram” form with the endorsement of the head of the appropriatedepartment. In order to begin work on an honors thesis, a student34

must complete the “Honors Thesis Proposal” form with the endorsement ofthe student’s thesis committee. A copy of each of these forms is includedin the appendix of The Honors Handbook. These requirements apply tostudents in both tracks of the honors program.In order to graduate from either track of the honors program, a studentmust earn at least seven hours of honors credit and maintain an overalland major fi eld GPA of at least 3.25. The following departments require aGPA higher than 3.25 for their honors students: Business, Curriculum andInstruction, Music, and Nursing.Art:Admission requires completion of at least 60 hours of credit, including12 hours of Art, with an overall and art GPA of at least 3.25. Studentswill complete seven hours of honors credit, including three to six hoursof honors tutorial in Art and a senior thesis (1-3 hrs), and graduate withan overall and Art GPA of at least 3.25. Dependent upon the focus of thethesis, the student may present along with it his/her original art work.Biology:Admission requires completion of 60 hours of college credit; 16 hours ofBiology courses, Including BIOL 1301,1402, and 1403; and an overall andBiology GPA of at least 3.25. Required honors courses: Biology 4X96*Honors Tutorial (1-3 hrs and may be repeated) and Biology 4X97* HonorsResearch (3 hrs). Students must earn four hours of credit for BIOL 4X96*and three hours for BIOL 4X97*. Students must graduate with a BiologyGPA of at least 3.25 in order to receive the honors designation.Business:Admission requires completion of 60 hours of college credit and a GPA ofat least 3.5 in ACCT 2310; ECON 2310, 2320: and BA 1310, with a GPAof 3.25 in all other college work. Students must complete seven hoursof honors courses in Business, including BA 4X96* (Honors Tutorial) andBA 4X97* (Honors Thesis). Departmental honors will be obtained in theStudent’s area of business concentration.Chemistry and Biochemistry:Admission requires completion of 60 hours of college credit, includingCHEM 1410, 1420, 2430, 3410, and 3420 with an overall and Chemistry/BiochemistryGPA of 3.25. Students must complete seven hours ofhonors courses, to be distributed between CHEM 4X96* and CHEM 4X97*and culminating in a senior thesis.Computer Science:Admission requires completion of 60 hours of college credit, includingCSC 1325, 1340 and 2330, with an overall and Computer Science GPAof 3.25. Students must complete seven hours of honors courses, to bedistributed between CHEM 4X96* and CHEM 4X97*, and culminating in asenior thesis.Honors ProgramKinesiology:Admission requires completion of 60 hours of college work, including KINE2330 and 2335, and an overall and KINE GPA of 3.25. Students will earnseven hours of honors credit, including KINE 4X96* Honors Tutorial (3-6hours) and 4X97* Senior Thesis (1-3 hours). KINE 4399 Special Topics:History of the Olympics will also count toward honors requirements inKINE.Mathematics:Admission requires completion of 60 hours of college work, includingMATH 2315, 2421, 2322, 3302, and an overall and Mathematics GPAof 3.25. Students will complete seven hours of honors credit, includingMATH 4X96* Honors Tutorial and 4X97* Senior Thesis.Music:Admission requires completion of 30 hours of college work for sophomoresor 60 hours of college work for juniors; and overall GPA of 3.25and music GPA of 3.4. Students must complete seven hours of honorscourses in music and maintain the above GPA’s at graduation. Studentswill choose one of the following tracks: (1) Music History, Music Education,or Music Theory: requires the completion of an honors thesis in music or(2) Performance: requires the completion of at least one honors recital.The honors thesis and honors recital courses are each two-hour courses,and may be repeated once.The honors recital will be evaluated by a committee structured in thesame way as a thesis committee. The student must secure the approvalof the committee by audition at least four weeks prior to the beginningof the fi nal examination period for the semester in which the recital iscompleted. All students choosing the recital track will complete HonorsRecital: a performance of at least 52 minutes of music, with at least onework memorized and program notes written by the student for each work.Students enrolling for a second honors recital may also complete HonorsRecital II: a lecture or recital of at least 60 minutes duration on a specifi csubject, genre, or composer. Program notes will be at least 10-15 pageslong. Students delivering a lecture will submit to the committee a text of atleast that length on which the lecture is based.The following courses may be taken for honors credit in music:I. Music History (3-6 hours): M LH XX99 Special Topics (such as SymphonicLiterature, Chamber Music Literature, composer, comparison,and period courses), and M LH 4X95 Independent Study.II. Music Theory (3-6 hours): M TH 4260 Advanced Orchestration, M THXX99 Special Topics (such as Compositional Trends and Analysis,Schenkerian Analysis), M TH 4X95 Independent Study.III. Music Education (3-6 hours): MUED XX99 Special Topics (such asThe Changing Voice, Implementing the National Standards ThroughInstruction), and MUED 4X95 Independent Study.IV. Honors Thesis or Recital (2 hours, repeatable once).Curriculum and Instruction:Admission requires completion of 60 credit hours with a GPA of at least3.5. Thesis proposals by EC-6 students will require the approval of theEducation faculty, and students will complete a thesis in some facet ofelementary education (e.g., pedagogy, curriculum, etc.). Theses onelementary education will be directed by a member of the Department ofCurriculum and Instruction. Students will earn six hours of credit for thesenior thesis, which will function as six hours of major electives.English:Admission requires completion of 60 hours of college credit, 15 hours ofEnglish, and an overall and English GPA of at least 3.25. Students mustcomplete at least seven hours of honors courses, including ENG 4X96*(Honors Tutorial) and either ENG 4X97* Senior Thesis or ENG 4X98*Senior Opus. A senior thesis or opus in English must be between 75-150pages in length. The senior opus must be a piece or collection of originalprose, poetry, or drama.History:Admission requires completion of 60 hours of college work, 15 hours inHistory, and an overall and History GPA of at least 3.25. Students willcomplete seven hours of honors courses, HIST 4X96* Honors Tutorial (3-6hrs) and 4X97* Honors Thesis (1-3 hrs), and at least 24 hours in History.35Nursing:Admission requires application to the Dean of the Patty Hanks SheltonSchool of Nursing by October 15th of the sophomore year. By the beginningof the junior year, the student must have an overall GPA of at lest3.25, join and be active in the local Student Nurses Association, makenormal progress toward graduation in nursing courses, and be eligible forrecommendation to Sigma Theta Tau. Students will enroll in NURS 4396*Honors Tutorial during the spring of the junior year, and 4397* HonorsThesis during the fi rst summer session after the junior year. The fall of thesenior year, students will enroll in NURS 4344* Theories and Research.The thesis will be completed in its entirety during this course. During thespring of the senior year, the student will enroll in NURS 4197* HonorsThesis and make a formal, public presentation of the thesis.Physics:Admission requires completion of 60 hours of college work, 15 hours ofPhysics, including PHYS 2510, 2520, and 3300, and overall and PhysicsGPA of 3.25. Students will complete seven hours of honors credit, includingPHYS 4X96* Honors Tutorial (3-6 hours) and PHYS 4X97* HonorsThesis.

Dyess AFB ProgramPolitical Science:Admission requires completion of at least 60 hours of college work, 18hours of Political Science, an overall and Political Science GPA of 3.25.Students will complete seven hours of honors credit, including PSC 4X96*Honors Tutorial and PSC 4X97* Senior Thesis.Psychology:Admission requires completion of at least 60 hours of college work; anoverall and Psychology GPA of 3.25; completion of 24 hours in Psychology;and eligibility for membership in Psi Chi. Students will completePSYC 4X96*, Honors Tutorial and PSYC 4X97* Senior Thesis.Religion:Admission requires completion of at least 60 hours of college work, 15hours of Religion, including REL 1330, 2350, 2330, and 2340, and anoverall and Religion GPA of 3.25. Students will complete seven hours ofhonors course work in Religion, including REL 4X96* Honors Tutorial (3-6hours), and 4X97* Senior Thesis.Sociology:Admission requires completion of at least 60 hours of college work; anoverall and Sociology GPA of 3.25; completion of 15 hours in Sociology;and eligibility for membership in Alpha Kappa Delta. Students will completeSOC 4X96* Honors Tutorial and SOC 4X97* Senior Thesis.Spanish:Admission requires completion of at least 60 hours of college work, 14hours in Spanish, including SPAN 1410, 1420, 2310, 2320; an overalland Spanish GPA of 3.25. Students will complete seven hours of honorswork in Spanish, including SPAN 4X96* Honors Tutorial and SPAN 4X97*Honors Thesis.Theatre:Admission requires completion of at least 60 hours of college work, includingTHRE 2320, 2330, 2340, 3320, 3344, 3345, and one of the following:THRE 3350, 3365. Students must have a Theatre and overall GPA of3.25, and will complete seven hours of honors work in Theatre, includingan honors tutorial and the senior thesis.McMURRY-DYESSAIR FORCE BASE PROGRAMDr. Rosemary Kovach Wallace, McMurry-Dyess Air Force BaseProgram DirectorRESIDENT PROGRAM PURPOSE ANDADMINISTRATIONSince the fall of 1960, McMurry University has operated an on-baseprogram of classes at Dyess Air Force Base located approximately sevenmiles from the main campus. The educational program provided formilitary personnel is designed to assure an opportunity to attend residentcollege classes conducted by McMurry University at Dyess Air ForceBase and on the main campus. The program is suited not only to militarymembers, but also to non-traditional and civilian students alike in thatcourses tend to be offered during lunch time, in the evening and/or incondensed (mini) semesters. Online courses are available through themain campus. Full semesters are offered as well. Offerings include theacademic courses toward completion of the Community College of the AirForce (CCAF) associate degree and the general education courses towardthe baccalaureate. In addition, various disciplines’ lower and upper levelcourses are periodically given on base. Courses from the Business Coreportion of the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree are typicallyavailable on base. McMurry professors and instructors (full time andadjunct) comprise the faculty, with each department Chair responsible forassigning faculty and overseeing individual course offerings. The Directorworks in liaison with the various departments, colleges, and schools of theUniversity to ensure academic standards and procedures are maintainedbetween campus and base. Students are eligible to take course work ateither site - main campus or on base. The Director of McMurry-Dyess AirForce Base Program is responsible to the Vice President for Academic Affairsand works with others in administration. The program is administeredby the Director with an offi ce on base and at the main campus.36ADMISSIONRegular admission procedures apply. That is, admission requirementsinclude submission of a completed application form, requested transcripts,and possibly entrance scores. See section on Admissions and Proceduresfor details. With special permission, a student may take one semesteras a non-degree seeking student without providing transcripts of highschool or college work. Applications for non-degree seeking candidatesare available from the Director of the McMurry-Dyess AFB Program inthe Education Center on base. If any student desires to enroll in morecoursework upon completion of one semester at McMurry, he or shemust meet the requirements of regular admission, including the submissionof all requested transcripts. Credit for courses taken at McMurryafter completion of one semester at McMurry cannot be granted untilthe required transcripts and/or entrance exam scores are received andprocessed by the Admissions and Registrar offi ces at McMurry. Militaryservice school courses are evaluated and may be accepted for credit byMcMurry University according to the recommendations of the AmericanCouncil of Education’s Guide to the Evaluation of Educational Experiencesin the Armed Services (ACE Evaluation Guide), current edition. Anyone inthe military services may request an unoffi cial evaluation of service creditsfrom the Director. The Registrar will determine the applicability of the credittoward a degree program at McMurry University. Credit will be awardedupon successful completion of appropriate CLEP or subject examinations.Any credits that are to be awarded by evaluation, CLEP, or examinationwill not be offi cially recognized by McMurry University until a minimum of12 semester hours in residence at the main campus or McMurry-Dyess AirForce Base Program have been successfully completed. Requirementsfor the baccalaureate degree may not be met exclusively by the applicationof credits earned in this manner.ACADEMIC/TUITION DEPLOYMENT POLICIESMcMurry is proud of its over half century partnership with Dyess Air ForceBase. Through the years, a scholarship has been awarded to active dutymembers to assist with the cost of higher education. Military members attendingcollege classes have, as their fi rst priority, military responsibilities.These may include a short tour of duty (TDY), an unplanned deployment,or a transfer/change of station (PCS) before the semester ends. In recognitionof this, below are policies which guide the University and the DyessAFB Education Center when these duties interface with coursework.Military members, as students, are encouraged to identify themselvesto the instructors on the fi rst day of class and explain that there may betimes that require their absence. This is particularly important if studentsknow in advance of an upcoming military commitment. This gives both theinstructor and student the opportunity to “work something out” if possible.Members who need to be out of classroom for a week or more are encouragedto speak with the instructors to make up the coursework. At times itmay be feasible to do assignments in advance.When a longer TDY or deployment is involved, the preferred choice is tofi nish the course, if at all possible. The logistics are between the instructorand student, and in some cases, involve the Director of the Program and/or a distant Education Center. Email, faxes, internet connection, mail to aTest Proctor, and the like are ways in which the coursework can be completed.Incomplete grades may be issued with the understanding that theremaining requirements be completed upon return. (McMurry Universitypermits an incomplete grade be changed within a month or extended byinstructor. The Education Center allows an incomplete grade for a year.)When it is not feasible to continue or complete the course before departure,the aim is to preserve the grade point average (GPA) and to rectifyany monetary issues. Both of these matters can become problematic ifproper procedures are not followed.Established dates for dropping a class for the semester are listed in thecurrent catalog and are followed accordingly. These include the gradeassignment of a Withdraw (W), Withdraw Passing (WP), and WithdrawFailing (WF). Also listed in the current catalog are the Withdrawal from theUniversity and Refund Policies which are used as the guideline for tuitionreimbursement. A copy of orders, if possible, and/or a memo signed by

the First Sergeant or Commanding Offi cer citing the need for the withdrawal is required along with the correct form (drop or withdrawal) in orderto be processed. The Program Director is the fi rst point of contact, beingmost familiar with the policies. The Registrar is contacted in the absenceof the Director. Once these procedures are followed, there should beno problem with the grade point average and the tuition reimbursement.McMurry University is grateful for our military students’ service and is committedto assisting them in their academic endeavors.TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMTuition for active military personnel enrolled under the Armed ForcesTuition Assistance program will be as published in the Financial Informationsection of this catalog. Each student eligible for and utilizing tuitionassistance (TA) from any of the military forces must submit an Air Forceform 1227 or its equivalent form with each application for enrollment.TA Funds for eligible recipients are not released until 30 days prior tostart date of classes. Students withdrawing from a class must secure anhonorable dismissal from the Director of the McMurry-Dyess AFB Programbefore any refunds or adjustments can be made. No refunds are madeto students who are dismissed from the University through disciplinaryaction. Fees other than tuition are non-refundable. The University refundsall tuition costs actually paid by the individual upon receipt of orders forpermanent change of station provided he or she is attending under the AirForce Tuition Assistance program for that semester.SPECIAL MILITARY RATE FOR ACTIVE DUTY MEMBERSUSING TUITION ASSISTANCE (TA). See the Financial Assistancesection of current catalog.ATTENDANCE POLICIESNormal attendance policies apply – please see Class Attendance sectionof this catalog. Absences should be kept to an absolute minimum. Whenunavoidable absences occur, particularly when related to military duties,it is the responsibility of the student to arrange for make-up work andcommunicate circumstances to faculty. The Director should be contactedif there are any difficulties. Faculty are requested to be cooperative andunderstanding in such situations.Emergency Deployment - see section on Academic Programs/Withdrawalprocess from the University.LIBRARYIf requested by faculty, reference material may be placed on reserve in theBase Library for use by enrolled military personnel. The campus Library isalso available to McMurry-Dyess students. An enrolled student is encouragedto obtain an offi cial university identifi cation card for use in the Library,Academic Enrichment Center (AEC), and for cultural, athletic events, andvarious other campus facilities, and services.SERVICEMEMBERS OPPORTUNITY COLLEGEMcMurry University has been designated as a Servicemembers OpportunityCollege (SOC) by the American Association of State Colleges andUniversities. This program has many advantages for those on active duty/no longer on active duty, and for family members of military personnel. Inorder to qualify for consideration, a minimum of 30 credit hours in residencewith McMurry must be met. It allows maximum flexibility in acquiringcredit toward a degree and is designed to fi t the educational needs ofmilitary personnel. In brief, students who are eligible to participate will beallowed to take courses at other schools in areas to which they have beentransferred to complete degree requirements at McMurry. Detailsregarding this program may be obtained from the Director, McMurry-DyessAir Force Base Program and/or the Registrar. The program itself is administeredthrough the Registrar of McMurry University.BLUE STREAKThe Blue Streak program is designed to assist active duty members tocomplete the general education courses component of Community Collegeof the Air Force (CCAF) quickly. The fi ve to seven academic generaleducationcourses are offered on base in an abbreviated format (either 5 1/2or 8 weeks) each full semester (Fall, Spring). A few classes are offeredduring the summer sessions.Dyess AFB Program/VA ProgramClasses (3 credit hours) which satisfy CCAF General Education requirementsinclude:• Oral Communication• Written Communication• Mathematics• Social Science• Humanities• ManagementBy offering the required classes each semester, a student can registerat any point and take what is needed to complete the degree. To makethe admission process easier students are designated as NON-DEGREESTUDENTS which allows them to take only the above classes. No schooltranscripts or test scores are required under this category. (Should a studentchoose to take additional coursework with McMurry University, formaladmission procedures apply.)Tuition Assistance (TA) will cover the tuition of the class. The student is responsiblefor the cost of the textbooks and supplies. The McMurry-DyessAFB Program Director administers the program.Veterans Administration ProgramsMcMurry University is approved to offer assistance to those students usingthe benefi ts of the Veterans Administration for educational purposes. Allstudents using these benefi ts must contact the Veterans Certifying Offi cialin the Registrar’s Offi ce on the campus of McMurry University and providethe appropriate documentation to be certifi ed for benefi ts.All students using VA benefi ts must complete an application for admissionas a degree seeking student and are subject to application requirementsas stated in the “Steps for Admission” section of this catalog. No studentwill be certifi ed for benefi ts until all required documents are received bythe Veterans Advisor. When a student fails to maintain prescribed standardsof progress, the VA will be informed so that benefi t payments canbe discontinued in accordance with the law. Please refer to the “MinimumAcademic Standards” section which follows. Regular class attendanceis mandatory according to regulations specifi ed by McMurry Universityand the Veterans Administration. Any student using VA benefi ts who hasexcessive absences will be dropped from the class. This action will besubsequently reported to the Veterans Administration.Tutorial assistance is also available through the Veterans administration.For information, please contact the Veterans Advisor. Each individualattending McMurry University using his/her benefi ts is responsible forpayment of tuition to McMurry University regardless of when or how he/she is paid by the Veterans Administration. For regulations concerningpayment of accounts, please refer to the Payment of Accounts section.Students using VA benefi ts are subject to any disciplinary action outlinedin the catalog.Veterans receiving benefi ts under the Vocational Rehabilitation Programwill need to have consulted with a vocational rehabilitation specialist employedby the Veterans Administration and have education approval priorto certifi cation for benefi ts.Yellow Ribbon ProgramMcMurry University is participating in the Yellow Ribbon Program, whichis available to all Post 9/11 GI Bill recipiants who are eligible at the 100%level.Academic Standards for Students Receiving VA BenefitsA student who is receiving VA educational benefi ts must maintain a cumulativegrade point average of 2.00 to be considered making satisfactoryprogress. Veterans will be placed on academic probation or suspensionaccorsing to the policy stated in this catalog.37

Study Abroad/May TermIntercollege EnrollmentA student enrolled at McMurry University may also enroll in courses ateither Abilene Christian University or Hardin-Simmons University for thepurpose of alleviating schedule confl icts. Courses taken through intercollegeenrollment count toward degree requirements provided approval hasbeen secured in advance from the student’s academic advisor, Dean ofSchool, Registrar’s Offi ce, and Business Office. Courses taken throughintercollege enrollment are considered a part of a regular semester’s work,and grades are averaged with courses taken at McMurry. Courses takenthrough intercollege enrollment are included in calculating eligibility for theDean’s List and the Dean’s Honor Roll, as well as probation and suspensionstatus. Students who enroll in the intercollege program assumeresponsibility for the charges incurred at participating institutions. Federalfi nancial aid regulations dictate that no more than one-fourth of hours attemptedmay be completed at other than the home institution.Study AbroadStudy abroad offers a direct and exciting means to learn about othersocieties, cultures, and landscapes, both physical and spiritual. McMurryUniversity regularly offers a variety of courses that provide study abroadexperiences. Financial aid is available for those who are eligible. Forinformation on additional study abroad opportunities contact the Registrar.May TermMay Term at McMurry University, an academic term clearly distinguishedfrom its fall and spring semesters as well as from its two summer sessions,is equal in importance though it differs in format from those regularsemesters. During May Term’s three week time frame, students enroll ina maximum of four semester hours which enables them to heighten thelearning experience. In addition, May Term provides opportunities forstudents to supplement, extend, and enhance their educational life in amanner unavailable during the traditional academic year. Since studentsand instructors engage in fresh, stimulating, yet substantive courses, MayTerm becomes a welcome change of pace for both—one which fostersacademic discipline marked by an intensity of focus, depth, and an exclusivityof attention on a single area—subject, topic, project, or course.More specifi cally, May Term:» Affords a depth of inquiry and a freedom of method not always presentin the established curriculum;» provides broader and deeper educational benefi ts through educationalexperiences both inside and outside the geographic boundariesof the McMurry campus;» Promotes scholarship in areas of special interest;» Permits increased student initiative, self-reliance, and responsibilityfor planning and pursuing each individual’s educational commitment;38

ArtDEPARTMENT OF ARTProfessor Walker-MillarAssistant Professor OilerInstructors Nichols, Oiler, WelbornMission and Goals:The successful McMurry University student who studies art develops conceptualand technical skills of artistic expression, creative problem-solving,artistic appreciation and historical perspectives. In the department’s artproduction-oriented program, the student studies many different traditionsof art making. The successful art student fully participates in classes,assignments, critiques and exhibitions resulting in a comprehensive knowledgeof design, art media, expressive possibilities, creative solutions andprofessional practices.DEPARTMENTSOFINSTRUCTIONA broad background of knowledge in the art forms of Western Civilizationand non-European cultures as it relates to pluralistic contemporary worldto enhance the education of art majors and other interested students.Students study art in the classroom and then examine it fi rsthand throughfi eld trips to galleries and museums; they are also afforded opportunitiesto study abroad. The successful senior student develops a resume/portfoliofor campus wide presentation and in preparation for post-graduationendeavors.The Bachelors of Fine Arts (BFA) student concentrates in multimedia andgraphic design, or studio art. The BFA studio art graduate who excelsattends graduate school or pursues a career in graphic design, illustration,museum education, art galleries, art education or establish his or her ownteaching or production studio.The Bachelors of Art (BA) degree with a major in studio art is designedfor students who wish to obtain a liberal arts degree with a major in studioart, multimedia and graphic design or all level art education; this degreerequires a minor.39Special Programs and Opportunities:Awards. Entering freshmen art students may apply for the Perry BentleyArt Scholarship in late February. Transfer students and current art majorsmay apply for other art scholarships in the spring. Recognition awards arepresented to outstanding art students annually. The spring juried annualstudent art competition acknowledges artistic achievement. Students mayapply in the spring for the work apprentice programs and studio space.Faculty assigns apprentices and studios based on productivity, grades,reliability, and participation in the art department.Galleries. McMurry University’s Amy Graves Ryan Fine Arts Galleryhas an active exhibition schedule with area and national art shows, as wellas student and faculty exhibits. BFA art majors have a senior exhibitionof their work as part of their degree requirements. BA majors will have agroup senior exhibition. Through the Brown Bag artists lecture series andartists workshops, students meet and study with exhibiting artists. TheGypsy Ted Gallery offers student exhibition and studio space; and offersshows to select area artists. This gallery is run by a student director.Travel courses in Art. The Department of Art endeavors to offerone travel course annually. Classes travel to regionally, nationally andinternationally signifi cant art exhibitions and archeological sites related tostudents’ course of study.Art Honor Society. Art students who have completed 12 semester hoursand have a 3.0 average or above in art are eligible to be nominated byfaculty to the Epsilon Theta Chapter of Kappa Pi International CollegiateArt Honorary Fraternity. Kappa Pi sponsors Homecoming and Christmasart sales, service projects and art related, educational and social activities.Internships in Art. Art internships for junior and senior art majors, whichoccur in ART 3390, ART 4390, and MMA 4388, give students meaningfulpractical experience by working in a gallery, museum or commercial settingto see

Arthow the theoretical concepts of art are put into practice. Students have internedat the Abilene Reporter News, Center of Contemporary Art, ZachryAssociates, Grace Museum, National Center for Children’s IllustratedLiterature, and other art career related businesses.Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors Programunder the Special Program section earlier in the catalog.Facilities. The Art Department has a superior ceramic facility. The Noeland Anita Chapin building built in 2000, houses 14 potters wheels, a slabroller, four electric kilns, three gas kilns (Raku and highfi re), clay mixingroom, faculty studios, glaze mixing room, and large work spaces. Thecomputer lab has 14 Macintosh computers. The painting, drawing and designrooms have northern lighting. There are two photography darkroomsand a jewelry design lab.Courses Taught in the Art Department:ART 1300 Exploring the Visual ArtsART 1310 Element of DesignART 1313 Basic PotteryART 2300 Fundamentals of DrawingART 2301 Art History IART 2302 Art History IIART 2304 Creative DrawingART 2310 Painting IART 2313 Techniques in Wheel ThrowingART 2314 Techniques in HandbuildingART 2321 Three-Dimensional DesignART 2323 Fundamentals of PhotographyART 3310 Life Drawing IART 3315 Ceramic SculptureART 3320 Life Drawing IIART 3321 Painting II; Still Life PaintingART 3322 Modern Art HistoryART 3323 Non-European ArtART 3328 Advanced PhotographyART 3330 Computer Graphics DesignART 3334 Desktop PublishingART 3336 Special Topics in Graphic DesignART 3340 Painting III Advanced PaintingART 3360 Secondary School ArtART 3370 Elementary School ArtART 3390 Gallery PracticesART 3391 Jewelry DesignART 4313 Clay and Glaze Calculation and KilnbuildingART 4335 Painting IV Special TopicsART 4390 Professional Practices/InternshipART 4X95 Independent StudiesART 4X96* Honors TutorialART 4X97* Honors ThesisART 4X99 Special TopicsMMA 2310MMA 2340MMA 3310MMA 3320MMA 4388Introduction to Multimedia ApplicationsIntroduction to Digital AnimationDigital Video Capture and EditingHTML and Web DesignInternship in Multimedia Applications40

BACHELOR OF ARTSSTUDIO ARTA MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE IN STUDIO ARTAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.ArtGENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN STUDIO ART(3 hours may also meet general education requirements)STUDIO ARTART 1300ART 1310ART 1313ART 2310ART 3330ART 4390Select 3 hrs from2300, 2304Select 6 hrs fromART 2301, 2302, 3322, 3323Select 12 hrs (9 hrs or more advanced)Students are highly encouraged to take advanced coursesin one media. (Painting, Ceramics, Computer Graphics, orPhotography)HOURSTOTAL HOURS 39FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college level, ordemonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign languageprofi ciency exam. The University foreign language requirementis described on page 34 of the catalog.333333361241

ArtBACHELOR OF ARTSMULTIMEDIA AND GRAPHIC DESIGNA MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREEAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN MULTIMEDIA AND GRAPHIC DESIGN(3 hours may also meet general education requirements)MULTIMEDIA AND GRAPHIC DESIGNART 1300ART 1310MMA 2310ART 2323ART 3330Select 3 hrs fromART 2300, 2304Select 3 hrs fromART 2301, 2302, 3322, 3323Select 3 hrs fromART 4390, MMA 4388Select 15 hours (9 hrs or more advanced)ART 3328, 3334, 3336MMA 2340,MMA/THRE 3310,MMA 3320HOURS333333TOTAL HOURS 39Suggested Electives for the Multimedia and Graphic design Major(these courses are recommended but not required)ENG 4374 Writing for Newspapers and MagazinesENG 4375 Writing for Television and RadioMKTG 3380 (permission of instructor required) Marketing PromotionsFOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college level, ordemonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign languageprofi ciency exam. The University foreign language requirement isdescribed on page 34 of the catalog.331542

BACHELOR OF ARTSART EDUCATIONA MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE IN ART EDUCATIONAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.ArtGENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362ART 1300ART 1310ART 1313ART 2300ART 2301ART 2302ART 2310ART 4390ART 3370ART 3360MAJOR IN ART EDUCATION(3 hours may also meet general education requirements)ART EDUCATION HOURS COMPLETED33333333333Select 3 hrs fromART 3322, 3323, 3330, MMA 2310Select 3 hrs from3ART 2321, 2323, 3391Select 9 hrs from9Art Electives (6 hours must be advanced)TOTAL HOURS 45MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION(GRADES 8-12)COURSEHOURSCI 21101The following CI courses listed in this box requireadmission to the Teacher Education Program.CI 33013CI 33023CI 43243CI 43253CI 41251CI 41981CI 46026TOTAL HOURS 21FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college level, ordemonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign languageprofi ciency exam. The University foreign language requirement isdescribed on page 34 of the catalog.43

ArtBACHELOR OF FINE ARTSSTUDIO ARTTHIS DEGREE INCLUDES A MINOR IN ARTS ADMINISTRATIONAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN FINE ARTSSTUDIO ART(3 hours may also meet general education requirements)FINE ARTS STUDIO ARTART 1300ART 1310ART 1313ART 2300ART 2301ART 2302ART 2304ART 2310ART 2321ART 3310ART 3322ART 3323ART 3390ART 4390Select 3 hrs fromART 3360, 3370Select 3 hrs fromART 3330, MMA 2310Select 12 hours (9 hrs or more advanced)Students are highly encouraged to take advanced coursesin one media. (Painting, Ceramics, Computer Graphics, orPhotography)Select 3 hrs fromENG 3385, 4374, 4375Select 3 hrs fromMGMT 3350, BA 1310, MKTG 3370, THRE 3325HOURS333333333333333TOTAL HOURS 66FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college level, ordemonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign languageprofi ciency exam. The University foreign language requirement isdescribed on page 34 of the catalog.3123344

BACHELOR OF FINE ARTSMULTIMEDIA AND GRAPHIC DESIGNArtTHIS DEGREE INCLUDES A MINOR IN ARTS ADMINISTRATIONAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN FINE ARTSMULTIMEDIA AND GRAPHIC DESIGN(3 hours may also meet general education requirements)FINE ARTSMULTIMEDIA AND GRAPHIC DESIGNART 1300ART 1310ART 2300ART 2301ART 2302ART 2304ART 2310ART 2323ART 3330MMA 2310ART 3310ART 3322ART 3323ART 3390Select 3 hrs fromART 4390, MMA 4388Select 12 hours (9 hrs or more advanced)ART 3328, 3334, 3336MMA 2340, 3320,MMA/THRE 3310Select 3 hrs fromART 3360, 3370Select 3 hrs fromENG 3385, 4374, 4375Select 3 hrs fromMGMT 3350, BA 1310, MKTG 3370, THRE 3325HOURSTOTAL HOURS 66FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college level, ordemonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign languageprofi ciency exam. The University foreign language requirement isdescribed on page 34 of the catalog.3333333333333331233345

ArtART DEPARTMENT MINORSMINOR IN ART(Not available for Studio Art or Graphic Design majors)COURSEART 1300ART 1310ART 1313ART 2300Select 9 hrs fromART Electives (6 hrs or more advanced)HOURS33339TOTAL HOURS 21MINOR INMULTIMEDIA APPLICATIONS(Not available for Studio Art or Graphic Design majors)(Not available for Technology Applications Teaching Field)COURSEHOURSART 1310ART 3330 (or other Graphic Design course)MMA 2310MMA 2340MMA 3310MMA 3320MMA 4388TOTAL HOURS 213333333MINOR IN ARTS ADMINISTRATION(Not available for Studio Art or Graphic Design majors)COURSEHOURSART 3390 3Select 6 hrs from6ART 2301, 2302, 3322, 3323Select 3 hrs from3ART 3330, MMA 2310, 3310Select 3 hrs from3ART 3360, 3370Select 3 hrs from3ENG 3385, 4374, 4375Select 3 hrs from3MGMT 3350, BA 1310, MKTG 3370, THRE 3325TOTAL HOURS 2146

DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGYProfessor Benoit Department ChairProfessors WilsonAssociate Professor Brant, SaghatelyanAssistant Professors Brosius, SharpInstructor BanksThe Department of Biology offers majors focusing on the study oflife. Each program offered consists of biology coursework and supportingcourses from chemistry, physics, and mathematics. Majorsoffered are the BS in Biology, BS in Life Sciences, and the BS inBiomedical Science. Though the majors differ in their focus andcontent, each supports the mission and goals for the department.Additionally, the department contributes to the general education ofMcMurry students and provides service courses for other programs.In these courses, the Department of Biology demonstrates its commitmentto high quality life science instruction for all students.The department also is the administrative unit overseeing theprogram and courses in Geography and Geosciences. The descriptionsfor these courses are located on page 95 of the catalog. Thesecourses are offered in support of the general education requirementsand of other programs in the curriculum.Department of Biology Mission and Goals:The Mission and Goals of the Department of Biology are to producegraduates who:1.2.3.understand fundamental biological principles and processes;possess the technical and communication skills needed for successful;are equiped through experiences for lives of leadership and sucess.The department’s Mission and Goals fully support and agree with the Missionand Institutional Goals of McMurry University as listed below.‣ Students acquire an education shaped by Christian values*;‣ Students are equipped for successful careers and post-graduateeducation;‣ Students acquire an enthusiasm for lifelong learning throughexpanded intellectual and cultural experiences.*Christian values are refl ected in the manner in which courses are taught,in support of the McMurry Mission Statement where it is stated that“…truth, in a universe created by God, is nothing to fear. We honor theCreator when we use our minds for their intended purpose of learning inways unhindered by prejudice or ignorance.”The Department of Biology also supports McMurry’s institutional goal that“The institution will engage in an ongoing pursuit of excellence in curricula,programs, and policies.” The Department engages in ongoing efforts tomake sure its students are learning and that its programs are performingto the highest standards of excellence by a) conducting rigorous, annualassessments of student learning and b) implementing evidence-basedimprovements to its programs when needed. All faculty in the departmentcontribute to these efforts for the benefi t of its students and majors.Programs of the Department of BiologyBachelor of Science in Biology DegreeThe B.S. in Biology major is the broad-based, general degree that providesthe knowledge and skills for understanding of the broad and diverseworld of living organisms, ecology, and the environment for those studentsseeking careers or further education in a life science fi eld. All graduatescomplete an internship or conduct original research as part of their education.Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science DegreeThe B.S. in Biomedical Science degree provides a deep and practicalknowledge of contemporary biology for students interested in careers asresearchers, health professionals, science educators, and support personnel. The focus is on molecules, cells, microbes, and human biologyand health. The curriculum is research-rich and skills-laden. All graduatescomplete an internship or conduct original research as part of theireducation.Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences DegreeThe B.S. in Life Sciences degree provides a broad exposure to life in all itsforms for students with an interest in all facets of biology. The curriculumfocuses on all topics central to teacher preparation in the state of Texaswith strong human, animal, plant, microbe, molecular, genetic, physiology,and ecology components. This is the preferred degree for futurebiology teachers when obtained in conjunction with a minor in Curriculum& Instruction. All graduates complete an internship or conduct originalresearch as part of their education.Special Programs and Opportunities:Pi Beta Chapter of Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society. The purposesof this organization are to promote scholarship, biological research,and dissemination of scientifi c knowledge.Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors Programunder the Special Program section earlier in the catalog.Departmental Awards. Each spring, awards are presented to theoutstanding freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior Biology , BiomedicalScience, and Life Sciences majors.Travel courses in Biology. The Department attempts to offer a travelcourse (BIOL 4340) or travel opportunity each year. Additionally, manyfi eld biology courses feature fi eld trips.Undergraduate Research. Biology, Biomedical Science, and Life Sciencesmajors often participate in research within their normal courses.Additional involvement in research is available for students wanting to jointhe ongoing work of faculty. Summer research is also encouraged eitherat McMurry or other institutions.Courses Taught in the Biology Department:BIOL 1301 Biology of Unicellular OrganismsBIOL 1401 Principles of BiologyBIOL 1402 Biology of PlantsBIOL 1403 Biology of AnimalsBIOL 2110 Environmental SeminarBIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology IBIOL 2402 Anatomy and Physiology IIBIOL 3403 Foundations of MicrobiologyBIOL 3440 Comparative AnatomyBIOL 3460 GeneticsBIOL 4101 Biological LiteratureBIOL 4201 BIOL Capstone ExperienceBIOL 4340 Biology Field StudiesBIOL 4360 EvolutionBIOL 4430 EcologyBIOL 4450 Advanced BotanyBIOL 4X91 Advanced Topics in BotanyBIOL 4X92 Advanced Topics in ZoologyBIOL 4X95 Independent StudiesBIOL 4X96* Biology Honors TutorialBIOL 4X97* Biology Honors ResearchBIOL XX99 Special TopicsBIMS 1101BIMS 1300BIMS 3410BIMS 3430BIMS 4000BIMS 4120BIMS 4201BIMS 4320BIMS 4X91BIMS 4X92BiologyBiology of Unicellular Organisms LabIntroduction to Scienctifi c ResearchMicrobiologyHuman PhysiologyJunior ExamMolecular and Cellular Biology LaboratoryBIMS Capstone ExperienceMolecular and Cellular BiologyAdvanced Topics in MicrobiologyAdvanced Topics in Molecular Biology and Genetics47

BiologyBACHELOR OF SCIENCEBIOLOGYA MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN BIOLOGYAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN BIOLOGY(4-8 hours may also meet general education requirements)BIOLOGYBIOL 1301BIOL 1402BIOL 1403BIOL 2110BIOL 3440BIOL 3460BIOL 4430BIOL 4450BIOL 4201BIOL 4101Select 9 hrs fromBIOL 4340, 4360, 4X91, 4X92HOURS34414444219SUB TOTAL HOURS 40SUPPORTING COURSESCHEM 1410CHEM 1420PHYS 1410GEOS 1410GEOG 3330Select 3-4 hrs fromMATH 2421, 3351Select 8 hrs fromCHEM 3410 AND CHEM 3420 ORCHEM 3440, GEOS 3210, GEOS 3220444433-4TOTAL HOURS 70-71FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years ofa single foreign language were completed in high school or the studentgraduated from high school prior to 1993. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.4448

BACHELOR OF SCIENCEBIOMEDICAL SCIENCEA MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN BIOMEDICAL SCIENCEAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.BiologyGENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE(3-11 hours may also meet general education requirements)BIOMEDICAL SCIENCEBIMS 1300BIOL 1301BIMS 1101BIMS 3410BIMS 3430BIOL 3460BIMS 4000BIMS 4320BIMS 4120BIMS 4201BIOL 4101Select 5 hrs fromBIMS 4X91, 4X92Select 9 hrs fromBIOL or BIMS Any advanced course,KINE 3307,CHEM 3441, 3442,PSYC 4341,NURS 3410HOURS331444031215SUBTOTAL HOURS 40SUPPORTING COURSESCHEM 1410CHEM 1420CHEM 3410CHEM 3420PHYS 1410PHYS 1420Select 3-4 hrs fromMATH 2421, 3351 3-4TOTAL HOURS 67-68FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years ofa single foreign language were completed in high school or the studentgraduated from high school prior to 1993. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.944444449

BiologyBACHELOR OF SCIENCELIFE SCIENCEA MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN LIFE SCIENCEAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN LIFE SCIENCE(4-8 hours may also meet general education requirements)LIFE SCIENCEBIOL 1301BIOL 1402BIOL 1403BIOL 3403BIOL 3460BIOL 4201BIOL 4101BIOL 4430Select 8 hrs fromBIOL 2401 and BIOL 2402 ORBIOL 3440 and BIOL 3430Select 6 hrs fromBIOL Advanced ElectivesHOURS344442148SUBTOTAL HOURS 40SUPPORTING COURSESSelect 8 hrs from8CHEM 1405 and CHEM 1406 ORCHEM 1410 and CHEM 1420Select 4 hrs from4PHYS 1400, 1410Select 3-4 hrs from3-4MATH 2421, 3351TOTAL HOURS 55-56FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years ofa single foreign language were completed in high school or the studentgraduated from high school prior to 1993. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.650

BACHELOR OF SCIENCELIFE SCIENCE GRADES 8-12A MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION IS REQUIRED FOR TEACHER CERTIFICATION IN LIFE SCIENCE GRADES 8-12All degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.BiologyGENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN LIFE SCIENCE GRADES 8-12(4-8 hours may also meet general education requirements)LIFE SCIENCE GRADES 8-12BIOL 1301BIOL 1402BIOL 1403BIOL 3403BIOL 3460BIOL 4201BIOL 4101BIOL 4430Select 8 hrs fromBIOL 2401 and BIOL 2402 ORBIOL 3440 and BIOL 3430Select 6 hrs fromBIOL Advanced ElectivesHOURS344442148SUBTOTAL HOURS 40SUPPORTING COURSESSelect 8 hrs from8CHEM 1405 and CHEM 1406 ORCHEM 1410 and CHEM 1420Select 4 hrs from4PHYS 1400, 1410Select 3-4 hrs from3-4MATH 2421, 3351TOTAL HOURS 55-56FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years ofa single foreign language were completed in high school or the studentgraduated from high school prior to 1993. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION(GRADES 8-12)COURSECI 2110The following CI courses in this box require admissionto the Teacher Education Program.CI 3301CI 3302CI 4324CI 4325CI 4125CI 4198CI 46026HOURS1TOTAL HOURS 21333311651

BiologyBIOLOGY DEPARTMENT MINORSMINOR IN BIOLOGY(Not available for Biology majors)COURSEBIOL 1301BIOL 1402BIOL 1403Select 8 hrs fromAdvanced Biology or Biomedical Science ElectivesHOURS3448TOTAL HOURS 19ALLIED HEALTHCOURSEBIOL 2401BIOL 2402Select 8 hrs from(CHEM 1405 & 1406) or(CHEM 1410 & 1420)Select 6 hrs fromBIOL 3403BIOL 3430KINE 3307KINE 3321KINE 3331NURS 3410MATH 3351HOURS448TOTAL HOURS 22652

SCHOOL OF BUSINESSAssociate Professor Long, Dean of School of BusinessProfessor LapointAssociate Professors, Kuzma, RichardsonAssistant Professors Fish, Liprie-SpenceVisiting Assistant Professor WickInstructors Reynolds, Starbuck, WatsonMcMurry University School of Business Mission StatementThe Mission and Goals of the School of Business are to produce graduateswho:1. have a foundation knowledge of core business disciplines;2. have the requisite communication and technical skills for success intheir area of business concentration3. are well-prepared for post-graduate study and employment in achanging business environment.The Mission and Goals of the School of Business support and agree withthe following Institutional Goals of McMurry University:• Students acquire an education shaped by Christian values;• Students acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for success inthe professional workplace or post-baccalaureate education• Students acquire an enthusiasm for lifelong learning through expandedintellectual and cultural horizons.The School of Business offers courses leading to the Bachelor of BusinessAdministration degree and the Bachelor of Science in Accounting degree.The student who is a candidate for the Bachelor of Business Administrationdegree may concentrate his/her work in one or more of the followingseven areas: Accounting, Computer Information Systems, Finance, GeneralBusiness, Heritage and Cultural Tourism, Management, and Marketing.Students may choose to complete a dual concentration in theBachelor of Business Administration degree. Courses completed for creditin one concentration may not be used for credit in a second concentration.With the exception of the Heritage and Cultural Tourism concentration,a minor is not required of the candidate for the Bachelor of BusinessAdministration degree or the Bachelor of Science in Accounting degree.The Bachelor of Science in Multidisciplinary Studies degree with teachingfi eld in Business Education is also offered, in cooperation with the Schoolof Education.For the Bachelor of Business Administration degree, the student mustcomplete the following:1. General Education Requirements. (To include a minimum of threehours of mathematics with a grade of “C-” or better, and English 1310and 1320 with a grade of “C-” or better.)2. The Business Core Course Requirement. (No grade of less than “C”is acceptable in the business core requirements.)3. An area of concentration within the business fi eld. (No grade of lessthan “C” is acceptable in the area of concentration. No course maybe counted in both the area of concentration and the Business CoreCourse Requirement.)4. Suffi cient hours of electives to meet all University requirements.In addition to the BBA the student may choose an honors curriculum.Admission requires completion of 60 hours of college credit and of a GPAof at least 3.5 in ACCT 2310; ECON 2310, 2320; and BA 1310, with a GPAof 3.25 in all other college work. Students must complete seven hoursof honors courses in Business, including BA 4X96* (Honors Tutorial) andBA 4X97* (Honors Thesis). Departmental honors will be obtained in thestudent’s area of business concentration.Business Honors Courses (BA)4X96* Honors Tutorial (Variable Credit)An in-depth study, which may be related to an upper-level businesscourse, taken with concurrent enrollment, or after successfulcompletion of the course. The Honors Tutorial may berepeated for credit, not to exceed 4 hours of combined credit.Honors students should complete the Honors Tutorial the semesterprior to the Honors Thesis, BA 4X97.4X97* Honors Thesis (Variable Credit)This course represents the senior project for honors students inthe School of Business. Following completion of the HonorsTutorial, the student will design, execute and present orally, andin writing, a research project which explores an issue or conceptin Business.*Honors CourseIn all concentration areas in the Bachelor of Business Administration degreeprogram, a minimum of three hours of mathematics, with a grade of“C-” or better is required. Students may meet this requirement by completingMath 1311, or any other three hours of course work in the Departmentof Mathematics, excluding Math 1315, approved by the Dean of theSchool of Business. The student is urged to fulfi ll this requirement as earlyin the first two years of study as possible.NOTE: Prior to enrollment in any 4000 level course offered in theSchool of Business, the student must have completed all 1000, 2000,and 3000 level courses listed in the Business Core Course Requirement.Course prerequisites may be waived by permission of theInstructor and the Dean of the School of Business.RECOMMENDED ELECTIVES FROMTHE SCHOOL OF BUSINESSStudents with majors and minors outside the School of Business may wishto take business area courses as electives. The following courses are ofgeneral interest and have no prerequisites: ACCT 2310, B A 1310, 3350,4370, 4385, ECON 2310, 2320, FIN 3330, MGMT 3310, MKTG 3370.ONLINE-COURSESSome courses in the School of Business may be offered in an online format.Courses may also be available on an alternative schedule, such asa mini term. Students should consult the appropriate Schedule Bulletin todetermine if courses are being offered online or on alternative schedules,and for other course requirements.SCHOOL OF BUSINESS INTERNSHIP PROGRAMAccounting 4X88 Accounting InternshipCIS 4X88 Computer Information Systems InternshipFinance 4X88 Finance InternshipManagement 4X88 Management InternshipMarketing 4X88 Marketing Internship4X88BusinessInternship(variable credit) A pre-approved and supervisedwork experience designed to supplement academic training.Credit may be granted for one, two, or three semester hours.A student completing a dual concentration could be eligible foran internship in each concentration; however, a separate internshipwork experience would be required for each concentration.Interested students should discuss this course with the Directorof Business Internships. (Spring, Fall)TOUR 4388Heritage Tourism Internship (3-0) Required for Heritage andCultural Tourism concentration. The course will focus on thebroad theories and practices of the heritage tourism profession.Topics will include, but are not limited to: Destination management;Destination development; Historic attraction management;Site Interpretation and development; Event management; Sustainabletourism; Regional tourism and destination marketing;and Partner marketing and sponsorships.(By arrangement)To enroll in the Internship Program the student must be in good academicstanding with the university and have completed 60 hours toward their undergraduatedegree. Some positions may require specifi c skills and mayrequire completion of certain courses. It should be noted that individualemployers may have their own explicit requirements such as minimumGPA which is above what is required by the university, specifi c coursework completed, and/or a classifi cation of senior.Academic credit is given for the internship plan of study through coursesnumbered 4X88 where X equals the number of credit hours taken (1, 2, or53

Business3). The student will work with the Director of Business Internships incompleting a learning contract that documents the plan of study for eachindividual student. Once enrolled in a 4X88 course in the appropriate concentrationthe student is required to work approximately 120-150 hoursto receive 3 credit hours, 90-120 for two credit hours, and 60-90for one credit hour.Applications are available through the offi ce of the School of Business, orthe Director of Business Internships. The completed application should bedelivered to the Director of Business Internships.Courses Taught in the School of BusinessACCT 2310 Financial AccountingACCT 3303 Accounting SystemsACCT 3305 Managerial AccountingACCT 3307 Fund AccountingACCT 3311 Intermediate Accounting IACCT 3312 Intermediate Accounting IIACCT 3330 Cost AccountingACCT 3370 Introduction to TaxationACCT 4360 Advanced Topics in TaxationACCT 4365 Federal Tax ResearchACCT 4370 Topics in Advanced AccountingACCT 4371 Advanced AccountingACCT 4X88 Accounting InternshipACCT 4390 Auditing Theory and PracticeACCT 4X95 Independent StudiesACCT XX99 Special TopicsMKTG 3370MKTG 3380MKTG 4320MKTG 4350MKTG 4370MKTG 4380MKTG 4X88MKTG 4X95MKTG XX99TOUR 3340TOUR 4388Principles of MarketingMarketing PromotionsMarketing ChannelsConsumer BehaviorMarketing ManagementMarketing ResearchMarketing InternshipIndependent StudiesSpecial TopicsHeritage TourismHeritage Tourism InternshipBA 1310BA 3350BA 3370BA 3371BA 4370BA 4380BA 4385BA 4390BA 4X95BA XX99CIS 1315CIS 2350CIS 3311CIS 3320CIS 3380CIS 4350CIS 4X88CIS 4X95CIS XX99ECON 2310ECON 2320FIN 3330FIN 3340FIN 3350FIN 3370FIN 4320FIN 4340FIN 4345FIN 4346FIN 4X88FIN 4X95FIN XX99MGMT 3310MGMT 3370MGMT 3390MGMT 4310MGMT 4330MGMT 4370MGMT 4X88MGMT 4X95MGMT XX99Contemporary BusinessEntrepreneurshipBusiness StatisticsDecision Sciences for BusinessBusiness LawCommercial LawEthics in Business and SocietyStrategic Management: Strategy and Decision MakingIndependent StudiesSpecial TopicsComputer FluencyApplications ProgrammingDatabase Management SystemsInternet ProgrammingManagement Information SystemsSystems Analysis and DesignComputer Information Systems InternshipIndependent StudiesSpecial TopicsPrinciples of MacroeconomicsPrinciples of MicroeconomicsPersonal FinanceBusiness FinanceMoney and BankingInvestmentsAdvanced Seminar in FinanceInternational Financial MarketsStudent Managed Investment Fund IStudent Managed Investment Fund IIFinance InternshipIndependent StudiesSpecial TopicsPrinciples of ManagementOperations ManagementHuman Resources ManagementManaging for QualityOrganizational Behavior / Interpersonal RelationsMarketing ManagementManagement InternshipIndependent StudiesSpecial Topics54

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONBusinessA MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION DEGREEAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (4 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)**Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1320, 2421, 2322WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310**ENG 1320**ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320,Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 and above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362BUSINESS COREHOURS* A grade of “C” or better required for all courses inBusiness core(3 hours may also meet general education requirements)BA 1310CIS 3380ECON 2310 (Meets Gen Ed Req)ECON 2320ACCT 2310ACCT upper level course**If conc. is Finance ACCT 3311, if Mgmt ACCT 3305BA 3370MGMT 3310MKTG 3370FIN 3340BA 4370BA 4385BA 4390TOTAL HOURS 39Supporting CoursesCIS 1315 3SELECT ONE CONCENTRATIONSEE NEXT PAGEFOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years ofa single foreign language were completed in high school or the studentgraduated from high school prior to 1993. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.**Course to be completed with a grade of C- or better333333333333355

BusinessBUSINESS ADMINISTRATION CONCENTRATIONS(A grade of “C” or better is required for all courses in the Business Administration Concentrations)ACCOUNTINGACCT 3303ACCT 3311ACCT 3312ACCT 3330ACCT 3370ACCT 4371ACCT 4390Select 3 hrs fromACCT 3307, 4360, 4365, 4370, 4388HOURSTOTAL HOURS 24BA 4380 Commercial Law is recommended.Students planning to take the CPA exam should complete at least 30upper division hours in Accounting, and Integrated BusinessWriting.COMPUTER INFORMATIONSYSTEMS33333333HOURSHERITAGE AND CULTURAL TOURISMThis concentration requires a minor in HistoryMKTG 3380MKTG 4350MKTG 4380TOUR 3340TOUR 4388Select 3 hrs fromMGMT 3370, BA 3350HOURS333333SUBTOTAL HOURS 18MINOR IN HISTORYHIST 1310HIST 1320HIST 2310HIST 2320Select 6 hrs fromAdvanced HIST electivesTOTAL HOURS 3633336CSC 1325CIS 2350CIS 3311CIS 3320CSC 3330CIS 4350Select 3 hrs fromAny advanced course from CIS, CSC, IT, or ACCT 3303TOTAL HOURS 213333333MGMT 3370MGMT 3390MGMT 4310MGMT 4330Select 6 hrs fromACCT 3303, 3330, 3370BA 3350, 3371, 4380FIN 3*, 4*MKTG 3*, 4*MGMT4388MANAGEMENTHOURS33336FIN 3350FIN 3370FIN 4340ACCT 3312Select 3 hrs fromFIN 4320, 4345*Select 3 hrs fromBA 3371,FIN 4346*, 4388FINANCEHOURS33333TOTAL HOURS 18*Enrollment in Student Managed Investment Fund courses requirespermission through an application process.GENERAL BUSINESS3HOURS*Student can choose any 3000-4000 level courseTOTAL HOURS 18MARKETINGMKTG 3380MKTG 4350MKTG 4380Select 9 hrs fromAny Advanced Marketing course,BA 3371,MMA 2310, 3310**, 3320**Suggested prerequisites**MMA 2310HOURSTOTAL HOURS 183339GENERAL BUSINESS:18Select 18 hrs fromAdvanced courses (3000/4000 level) offered by School ofBusinessTOTAL HOURS 1856

BACHELOR OF SCIENCEACCOUNTINGAccountingA MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN ACCOUNTINGThe Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting requires 150 hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (4 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)**Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1320, 2421, 2322WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310**ENG 1320**ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 and above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362BUSINESS COREHOURSA grade of “C” or better is required for all courses in the BusinessCore(3 hours may also meet general education requirements)BA 1310CIS 3380ECON 2310 (Meets Gen Ed Req)ECON 2320ACCT 2310BA 3370BA 3371BA 33XX (Integrated Business Writing)BA 4370BA 4380BA 4385BA 4390FIN 3340MGMT 3310MKTG 3370CORE HOURS 45ACCOUNTINGHOURSA grade of “C” or better is required for all courses listed belowACCT 3303ACCT 3311ACCT 3312ACCT 3330ACCT 3370ACCT 4371ACCT 4390Select 9 hrs fromACCT 3307, 4360, 4365, 4370, 4388SUBTOTAL HOURS 75SUPPORTING COURSESSupporting CoursesCIS 1315Select 6 hrs fromFIN 3330, FIN 3370, MGMT 3370, SOC 3375TOTAL HOURS 84This degree requires 150 total hours**Course to be completed with a grade of C- or betterFOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years ofa single foreign language were completed in high school or the studentgraduated from high school prior to 1993. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.333333333333333333333393657

BusinessSCHOOL OF BUSINESS MINORSMINOR IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONCOURSEACCT 2310ECON 2310MGMT 3310MKTG 3370Select 6 hrs fromAdvanced (3000/4000 level) courses in School of BusinessHOURS33336TOTAL HOURS 18MINOR IN BUSINESSCOMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS(Not available for CSC and IT Majors)COURSECIS 1315CSC 1325CIS 2350CIS 3311CIS 3320CSC 3330CIS 4350HOURSTOTAL HOURS 213333333MINOR IN HERITAGE AND CULTURAL TOURISM(Not available for concentration in Heritage and Cultural Tourism)COURSEHOURSACCT 2310MGMT 3310MKTG 3370TOUR 3340TOUR 4388Select 3 hours fromMKTG 3380, 4350, 4380,BA 3350TOTAL HOURS 1833333358

DEPARTMENT OFCHEMISTRY & BIOCHEMISTRYProfessor Veltkamp Department ChairAssociate Professors Donnay, Pyenta, ShinMissionThe mission of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is to:1. educate all students taking a course in this department about the roleof chemistry in the world and society,2. provide science majors the course and laboratory work necessaryfor them to become competent in the application of chemistry to theirchosen fields of study,3. prepare chemistry and biochemistry majors to gain entry into graduateor professional school, or to obtain an entry-level position in achemically-related job, and4. stimulate faculty members toward continued intellectual development.Student OutcomesSuccessful students will be able to (at a level appropriate to the course):1. recognize the role of chemistry and biochemistry in the world andsociety,2. articulate the major principles of chemistry and biochemistry,3. use the tools of chemistry,4. demonstrate their problem-solving skills,5. evaluate and use chemical information, and6. communicate chemical information in a manner appropriate for theintended audience.ChemistryCourses Taught in the Department of Chemistry:CHEM 1400 Chemistry in SocietyCHEM 1405 Survey of General and Organic ChemistryCHEM 1406 Survey of Organic and BiochemistryCHEM 1410 General Chemistry ICHEM 1420 General Chemistry IICHEM 2430 Quantitative AnalysisCHEM 3350 Organic Structure AnalysisCHEM 3360 Physical BiochemistryCHEM 3410 Organic Chemistry ICHEM 3420 Organic Chemistry IICHEM 3431 Physical Chemistry ICHEM 3432 Physical Chemistry IICHEM 3440 Environmental ChemistryCHEM 3441 Biochemistry ICHEM 3442 Biochemistry IICHEM 3480 Foundational Inorganic ChemistryCHEM 4101 Literature SeminarCHEM 4440 Instrumental Methods of AnalysisCHEM 4X20 Introduction to ResearchCHEM 4X88 Internship in ChemistryCHEM 4X95 Independent StudiesCHEM 4X96* Honors TutorialCHEM 4X97* Honors ResearchCHEM XX99 Special TopicsSpecial Programs and Opportunities:Student Affiliate Chapter of the American ChemicalSociety. The ACS student affi liate chapter is open to students interestedin chemistry. The purpose of the organization is to stimulate a professionalinterest in chemistry, to keep students abreast of recent developmentsin the chemical fi eld, to provide a forum for discussion of chemical topics,to promote scholarship, and to encourage fellowship among those interestedin chemistry. Activities include regular meetings, seminars, specialinterest programs, field trips, and service projects.Departmental Awards. Each spring, awards are presented to outstandingstudents at the freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior levels.An outstanding junior is awarded the W. Norton Jones scholarship, to beused during the student’s senior year.Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the HonorsProgram earlier in the catalog.59

ChemistryBACHELOR OF SCIENCECHEMISTRYA MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN CHEMISTRYAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN CHEMISTRY(4-8 hours may also meet general education requirements)CHEMISTRYCHEM 1410CHEM 1420CHEM 2430*CHEM 3410CHEM 3420CHEM 3431CHEM 3432CHEM 3441CHEM 4101CHEM 3480Select 7-8 hrs fromCHEM 3350, 3440, 3442, 4440HOURS44444444147-8SUBTOTAL HOURS 44-45*Students are strongly encouraged to take CHEM 2430concurrently with CHEM 3420.SUPPORTING COURSESA grade of “C” or better is required in all supporting coursesSelect 8-10 hrs from8-10PHYS 1410, 1420, ORPHYS 2510, 2520MATH 2421MATH 2322MATH 3351TOTAL HOURS 62-65FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years ofa single foreign language were completed in high school or the studentgraduated from high school prior to 1993. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.43360

ChemistryBACHELOR OF ARTSCHEMISTRYA MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE IN CHEMISTRYAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN CHEMISTRY(4-8 hours may also meet general education requirements)CHEM 1410CHEM 1420CHEM 3410CHEM 3420CHEM 3441CHEM 4101CHEM 3480Select 3-4 hrs fromCHEM 3360, 3431Select 4 hrs fromCHEM 2430*, 3440CHEMISTRYHOURS44444143-4SUBTOTAL HOURS 32-33*Students are strongly encouraged to take CHEM 2430concurrently with CHEM 3420.SUPPORTING COURSESA grade of “C” or better is required in all supporting coursesPHYS 1410PHYS 1420MATH 2421MATH 232244443TOTAL HOURS 47-48FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college level, ordemonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign languageprofi ciency exam. The University foreign language requirementis described on page 34 of the catalog.61

ChemistryBACHELOR OF ARTSCHEMISTRY GRADES 8-12A MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE IN CHEMISTRY GRADES 8-12All degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN CHEMISTRY(4-8 hours may also meet general education requirements)CHEM 1410CHEM 1420CHEM 3410CHEM 3420CHEM 3441CHEM 4101CHEM 3480Select 3-4 hrs fromCHEM 3360, 3431Select 4 hrs fromCHEM 2430*, 3440CHEMISTRYHOURS44444143-4SUBTOTAL HOURS 32-33*Students are strongly encouraged to take CHEM 2430concurrently with CHEM 3420.SUPPORTING COURSESA grade of “C” or better is required in all supporting coursesPHYS 1410PHYS 1420MATH 2421MATH 232244443TOTAL HOURS 47-48MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION(GRADES 8-12)COURSEHOURSCI 21101The following CI courses listed in this box requireadmission to the Teacher Education Program.CI 33013CI 33023CI 43243CI 43253CI 41251CI 41981CI 46026TOTAL HOURS 21FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college level, ordemonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign languageprofi ciency exam. The University foreign language requirementis described on page 34 of the catalog.TEACHING FIELDS:The required courses for preparation to teach Physical Science (Chemistryand Physics) at the high school level are found in the Curriculumand Instruction section of the catalog, page 91.62

BACHELOR OF SCIENCEBIOCHEMISTRYChemistryA MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN BIOCHEMISTRYAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN BIOCHEMISTRY(4-8 hours may also meet general education requirements)BIOCHEMISTRYCHEM 1410CHEM 1420CHEM 2430*CHEM 3410CHEM 3420CHEM 3441CHEM 3442CHEM 4101Select 3-4 hrs fromCHEM 3360, 3431Select 3-4 hrs fromCHEM 3350, 3432, 3480, 4440HOURS444444413-4SUBTOTAL HOURS 35-37*Students are strongly encouraged to take CHEM 2430 concurrentlywith CHEM 3420SUPPORTING COURSESA grade of “C” or better is required in all supporting coursesMATH 2421MATH 2322BIOL 1301BIOL 3460BIMS 4320BIMS 4120Select 8-10 hrs fromPHYS 1410,1420, ORPHYS 2510, 25203-44334318-10TOTAL HOURS 61-65FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years ofa single foreign language were completed in high school or the studentgraduated from high school prior to 1993. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.63

ChemistryCHEMISTRY DEPARTMENT MINORSMINOR IN CHEMISTRY(Not available for Chemistry or Biochemistry majors)COURSECHEM 1410CHEM 1420Select 12 hrs from (at least 6 hrs advanced)CHEM 2000, 3000, 4000 level coursesHOURS4412TOTAL HOURS 20MINOR IN BIOCHEMISTRY(Not available for Biochemistry or Chemistry majors)COURSECHEM 1410CHEM 1420CHEM 3410CHEM 3420CHEM 3441CHEM 3442HOURSTOTAL HOURS 2444444464

Communication/Computer ScienceCOMMUNICATION STUDIESInstructors Curry, Williams, WhittemoreThe communication Studies Department offers three courses insupport of the General Education Curriculum.Courses Taught in Communication:COMM 1310 Principles of CommunicationCOMM 2330 Business & Professional CommunicationCOMM 2350 Argumentation & AdvocacyDEPARTMENT OFCOMPUTER SCIENCEProfessor Wyatt, Dean of School of Natural and ComputationalSciencesAssistant Professor Watson, Department ChairInstructor BrozovicMission and Goals:The mission of the Department of Computer Science is:1. To prepare students for professional careers and graduate studyin computer science through the teaching of theory, concepts, andproblem solving skills.2. To provide practical experience with current languages, tools, andtrends that prepares students to be immediately effective in theircareers.3. To provide theory and practical experience with appropriate conceptsand software for students who plan to teach.Program outcomes:Graduates of the program will:1. Be able to apply fundamental principles of computer science, mathematics,and science to solve complex problems.2. Be able to analyze, design, implement, and evaluate a computerbasedsystem, process, component, or program using current techniques,skills, and tools to meet desired user requirements.3. Understand and apply best practices and standards for systemsdevelopment including design and implementation.4. Be able to work effectively on teams to accomplish a common goal.5. Be able to analyze the impact of computing on individuals, organizations,and society, including ethical, legal, security, and policyissues and to understand their own professional, ethical, and socialresponsibilities.6. Be able to communicate effectively.7. Recognize the need for and be able to engage in continuing professionaldevelopment.Departmental Awards. Each spring, awards are presented to outstandingstudents at the freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior levels. Anoutstanding junior is awarded the O. P. Thrane scholarship, to be usedduring the student’s senior year.Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors Programearlier in the catalog.Programs of the Department of Computer ScienceBachelor of Science in Computer ScienceComputer Science is the foundation for all other computing disciplines.The B.S. degree in Computer Science provides broad coverage of thefi eld of computation from a theoretical perspective. Students of ComputerScience study the fundamental concepts used in software construction,computer design, and computer operating systems design. ComputerScience graduates will be prepared to take advantage of a diverse rangeof opportunities in the fi eld of computation.Bachelor of Science in Information TechnologyThe B.S. degree in Information Technology is more focused and appliedthan the Computer Science major. Students study the deployment, application,and security of computer systems. Emphasis is placed on theoperational aspects of computing in industrial and business settings.Courses Taught in the Department of Computer Science:CSC 1305 Computers in EducationCSC 1322 Introduction to Computer ScienceCSC 1325 Fundamentals of Computer ScienceCSC 1340 Advanced Programming ConceptsCSC 2370 Assembly Lang. and Computer OrganizationCSC 3315 Information and Communication TechnologiesCSC 3330 Fundamentals of NetworkingCSC 3360 Data StructuresCSC 4310 Organization of Programming LanguagesCSC 4340 Operating SystemsCSC 4360 Software EngineeringCSC 4388 Internship in Computer ScienceCSC 4X95 Independent StudiesCSC 4X96* Honors TutorialCSC 4X97* Honors ResearchCSC XX99 Special TopicsIT 3310IT 3320Information SecuritySystems Admin and MaintenanceSpecial Programs and Opportunities:Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP). AITPis a professional organization whose mission is to serve “members bydelivering relevant technology and leadership education, research andinformation on current business and technology issues, and forums fornetworking and collaboration.” (AITP Mission Statement 2008) Studentmembership is open to all students interested in computing and informationtechnology. Activities of the McMurry AITP Student Chapter includeregular chapter meetings, fund raisers, special programs like relevantguest speakers, student programming and technology contests, participationin service projects, and trips to regional and national conferences.The McMurry AITP Student Chapter is affi liated with the local (professional)AITP Big Country Chapter and all students have a standing invitation totheir monthly meetings and activities.65

Computer ScienceBACHELOR OF SCIENCECOMPUTER SCIENCEA MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN COMPUTER SCIENCEAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR INCOMPUTER SCIENCE(3-7 hours may also meet general education requirements)COMPUTER SCIENCECSC 1322CSC 1325CSC 1340CIS 2350CSC 2370CIS 3311CSC 3330CSC 3360CSC 4310CSC 4340CIS 4350CSC 4360Select 6 hrs fromAdvanced electives CSC/CISHOURS3333333333336SUBTOTAL HOURS 42SUPPORTING COURSESA grade of “C” or better is required in all supporting coursesMATH 2421MATH 2340MATH 3351MATH 4331TOTAL HOURS 55FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years ofa single foreign language were completed in high school or the studentgraduated from high school prior to 1993. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.433366

BACHELOR OF SCIENCEINFORMATION TECHNOLOGYComputer ScienceA MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR ININFORMATION TECHNOLOGY(3-9 hours may also meet general education requirements)COMPUTER SCIENCECSC 1322CSC 1325CIS 2350IT 3310CIS 3311CSC 3315CIS 3320IT 3320MMA 3320CSC 3330CIS 4350CSC 4360Select 3 hrs fromAdvanced electives CSC, or CISHOURS3333333333333SUBTOTAL HOURS 39SUPPORTING COURSESA grade of “C” or better is required in all supporting coursesCOMM 2330MATH 3351TOTAL HOURS 45FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years ofa single foreign language were completed in high school or the studentgraduated from high school prior to 1993. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.3367

Computer ScienceBACHELOR OF SCIENCECOMPUTER SCIENCE GRADES 8-12A MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREEIN COMPUTER SCIENCE GRADES 8-12All degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR INCOMPUTER SCIENCE(3-7 hours may also meet general education requirements)COMPUTER SCIENCECSC 1322CSC 1325CSC 1340CIS 2350CSC 2370CSC 3330CIS 3311CSC 3360CSC 4310CSC 4340CIS 4350CSC 4360Select 6 hrs fromAdvanced electives CSC/CISHOURS3333333333336SUBTOTAL HOURS 42SUPPORTING COURSESA grade of “C” or better is required in all supporting coursesMATH 2421MATH 2340MATH 3351MATH 4331TOTAL HOURS 55MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTIONGRADES 8-12COURSEHOURSC I 2110The following CI courses listed in this box requireadmission to the Teacher Education Program.C I 3301C I 3302C I 4324C I 4325C I 4125C I 4198C I 4602TOTAL HOURS 21FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years ofa single foreign language were completed in high school or the studentgraduated from high school prior to 1993. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.43331333311668

COMPUTER SCIENCE DEPARTMENT MINORS.Computer ScienceMINOR IN COMPUTER SCIENCE(Not available for CSC and IT majors, and CIS Concentration)COURSESCSC 1325CSC 1340CIS 2350CIS 3311CSC 3360Select 3 hrs fromCSC/CIS advanced electivesHOURS333333TOTAL HOURS 18MINOR IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY(Not available for IT and CSC majors, and CIS Concentration)COURSEHOURSCSC 1322CSC 1325IT 3310CIS 3311CIS 3320IT 3320CSC 3330TOTAL HOURS 21333333369

Curriculum and InstructionCURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTIONProfessor Haley-Brown, Dean of School of EducationProfessor Kirk, Department ChairAssociate Professor HallAssistant Professor Kosheleva, WillardInstructors McInroe, Roper, Scott, ThomesenMission and Goals: The mission of the Department of Curriculum andInstruction is to guide future teachers to develop leadership, excellence,and virtue within a Christian environment. Our goal is to support studentdevelopment of pedagogical, intellectual, and ethical behavior appropriatefor professional roles in the school setting. To this end, we have developeda set of courses and fi eld experiences which build progressively to preparegraduates to be successful in their roles as teachers in our schools.Special Programs and Opportunities:ATPE: Membership is available in the campus chapter of the Associationof Texas Professional Educators. Activities include informational meetings,guest speakers, and an opportunity to participate in meetings at the stateand regional levels.Kappa Delta Pi: The Eta Epsilon Chapter of Kappa Delta Pi providesrecognition and an opportunity for service in an international honor society.Membership is reserved for education majors and minors who have a3.25 grade point average at McMurry, at least 45 hours of credit, and onesemester of coursework at McMurry.Departmental Scholarships: Three scholarships are offered for thejunior or senior year to outstanding students.Departmental Honors: Please see the description of the Honors Programunder the Special Program section earlier in the catalog.The Teacher Education Program: A liberal education combined withadequate professional and specialized study constitutes the best preparationfor a successful teaching career. The Department of Curriculum andInstruction at McMurry University offers the Bachelor of Science in EarlyChildhood Education degree and the professional development (C&I)minor to qualify students for the Texas Provisional Teaching Certifi cate.The Provisional Certifi cate gives the holder legal authority to performteaching duties in the public schools of Texas at the grade level and inthe academic specialization(s) designated on the face of the certifi cate.The Department of Curriculum and Instruction, with the advisement ofthe Education Advisory Council, is responsible for establishing policy andproviding leadership for the teacher education program. Because of themultidisciplinary nature of teacher education, several departments of theUniversity are represented on the Education Advisory Council. The administrationof McMurry University strives to promote a close, cooperativerelationship between the Department of Curriculum and Instruction andthe other academic departments of the University. The teacher educationprogram at McMurry is accredited by the Texas Education Agency (TEA).DISCLAIMER: All requirements and conditions for admission to theteacher education program or for certifi cation are subject to change at thedirection of Texas Education Agency and/or the State Board of EducatorCertification. If you are currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Science inEarly Childhood Education, your certifi cation will be EC-6.Checklist for Qualifying for a Teaching Certificate:To qualify for a teaching certifi cate, students must meet the requirementsof both McMurry University and the State Board for Educator Certifi cation(SBEC). There are several important steps which students must follow toinsure that these dual requirements are satisfi ed. These steps include:1.Achieve a qualifying score as noted on the Texas Higher EducationAssessment Tests (THEA), a test of basic skills in mathematics(230), reading (250), and writing/composition (240), Accuplacer 90,Accuplacer Elementary Algebra 63, Accuplacer Sentence Skills 80and written essay 6 Compass Reading Comprehension 91 CompassAlgebra 39 Compass Writing Skills 59 and Written Essay 6. Studentsinterested in teaching should take this test as soon as possible, evenin the freshman year. Information about registering and taking theTHEA is available in the Curriculum and Instruction department offi ce.Teacher certifi cation requirements allow for math and writing exemptionsfrom the THEA requirement, credit hours in the subject specificcontent area for the certifi cation sought, but no exemptions from thereading portion of the test are allowed.2. Apply for admission to the teacher education program at the conclusionof C I 2110.3. File a degree plan with appropriate major and minor in the Registrar’sOffi ce no later than the sophomore year. See Accuplacer and Compassscores as stated in the Checklist for Qualifying for a TeachingCertifi cate.4. Apply for admission to student teaching. Admission requirements areoutlined in a subsequent section of the catalog.5. Achieve a satisfactory score on the certifi cation examinationsprescribed by the State Board of Education. Content of the tests willgenerally cover the areas of professional education and the individual’steaching fi eld(s) or areas of endorsement.6. File an application for certifi cation with Texas Education Agency(TEA) prior to graduation.Important details on each of these steps are outlined in subsequent sectionsof the catalog. Students are urged to read the catalog carefully andconsult closely with their faculty advisors in planning their programs ofstudy.ADMISSION TO TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAMCriteria for Admission1. Declared major in an approved teaching fi eld with a minimum of 12semester hours of coursework in the fi eld, and a declared minor inCurriculum and Instruction.2. Overall grade point average of 2.75 or higher. (Students who havebeen out of college 5 years or more can be considered under the“interrupted studies” criteria.)3. Evidence of successful passage of the THEA Test: Math 230, Writing240, Reading 250, or proof of exemption status only in math and/orwriting. (also see Accuplacer and Compass).4. Evidence of freedom from serious mental and personality defects orphysical handicaps which would seriously impede effectiveness inthe classroom or employment as a classroom teacher. The EducationAdvisory Council may require that the student, at his or her ownexpense, take a physical examination and/or submit to a psychologicalevaluation which may include tests or inventories. Such evaluationmust be completed and a report submitted to the Council bya licensed mental health professional who is acceptable to the Universityand who is aware of the Councils concerns with regard to thecandidate’s admission to the Teacher Education Program. Studentswill not be admitted to Teacher Education Program or student teachingand teaching internship until the evaluation results are submittedto and reviewed by the Council and a fi nal decision is made by theEducation Advisory Council. Failure to comply with this process mayresult in non-admission to or dismissal from the Teacher EducationProgram.5. No pattern of serious, documented behavioral problems.6. Ability to meet the general requirements for the Provisional teachingcertifi cate, as stated in the “Requirements of the State Board forEducator Certifi cation (SBEC) for Provisional Certifi cate” section ofthis catalog.7. Successful completion of English 1310, 1320, Comm 1310 and Math1311 or higher.8. Successful completion of Introduction to Education, C I 2110, with agrade of “C” or better.Note: Requirements for admission to the Teacher Education Programwhich are in effect at the time the teacher candidate is admitted to theprogram shall be followed unless specifi cally relieved in individual casesby three-fourths’ majority of the Education Advisory Council at the timeadmission to the program is considered.Admission ProcedureStudents should apply for admission to the Teacher Education programwhile they are enrolled in C I 2110, Introduction to Education. The applicationis made in writing and submitted to the C I department offi ce. Transfer70

students should delay such application until they have completed 12 hoursin the teaching fi eld, and one semester of work in residence at McMurry.All sections of the required tests listed on the Checklist for Qualifying fora Teaching Certifi cate must be passed, or proof of exemption provided,before any CI courses above 2110 are taken. The Education AdvisoryCouncil will review the student’s application and inform him/her whetherthe student has been admitted or denied admission.• Students who are denied admission to the program are precludedfrom enrolling in Curriculum and Instruction courses. Upon request,a student who has been denied admission to the program may bepermitted to appear before the Education Advisory Council to appealthe denial.• Failure to be admitted to the Teacher Education program or, if admitted,to complete the required course sequence in a timely manner willrequire the student to choose a different minor and a non-teachingfi eld major.• The applicant should understand that admission to the Teacher Educationprogram does not constitute assurance of certifi cation.ADMISSION TO STUDENT TEACHING OR TEACHINGINTERNSHIPThe state of Texas requires a minimum of 12 weeks of full time studentteaching. Student teaching and internship are the capstone courses in theTeacher Education ProgramCriteria for Admission:1. Evidence of freedom from serious mental and personality disordersor physical disabilities which would seriously impede effectiveness inthe classroom or employment as a classroom teacher. The EducationAdvisory Council may require that the student, at his or her ownexpense, take a physical examination and/or submit to a psychologicalevaluation, which may include tests or inventories. Suchevaluation must be completed and a report submitted to the Councilby a licensed mental health professional who is acceptable to theUniversity and who is aware of the Council’s concerns with regard tothe candidate’s admission to student teaching or teaching internship.Students will not be admitted to student teaching or teaching internshipuntil the evaluation results are made available to and reviewedby the Council and a fi nal decision is made by the Education AdvisoryCouncil. Failure to comply with this process may result in non-admissionto or dismissal from student teaching or teaching internship.2. No pattern of serious, documented behavioral problems as evidencedby a departmental review of the student’s fi le.3. Ability to meet general requirements for the standard teachingcertifi cate, as stated in the “Requirements of the State Board forEducator Certifi cation (SBEC) for Provisional Certifi cate” section ofthis catalog.4. For student teaching: completion of 110 semester hours. For internship:a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 120 credit hours.5. Overall grade point average of 2.75 or higher.6. Grade point average of 2.75 or higher with no grade below “C” inany course listed under the degree requirements for the teachingcertifi cation desired.7. Completion of all courses listed under the Certifi cation degree planwith the exception of 7 hours of student teaching or teaching internship,and an additional 3 credit hours.8. Approval granted by the Education Advisory Council.For elementary education candidates (EC-6):Criteria listed above in 1 through 8 will apply.For middle school education candidates (4-8):Criteria listed above in 1 through 5 will apply, and• Completion of C I 2110, 3301, 3302, 4422, 4323, 4123, and at leasttwenty seven hours in an approved teaching fi eld with a GPA of 2.75in the teaching fi eld.For secondary education candidates (8-12):Criteria listed above in 1 through 5 will apply, and• Completion of C I 2110, 3301, 3302, 4324, 4325, 4125, and at leasttwenty seven hours in an approved teaching fi eld with a GPA of 2.75in the teaching fi eld.For all-level certificates:Criteria listed above in 1 through 5 will apply, and• Completion of C I 2110. 3301, 3302, 4324, 4325, 4125, and at leasttwenty seven hours in an approved teaching fi eld with a GPA of 2.75in the teaching fi eld.Other requirements for all student teachers:• Students may not enroll or audit more than nine semester hours (sixhours of student teaching, three hours of additional course work)including concurrent enrollment at other institutions during the semesterof student teaching without permission of the Department.• Student teachers are required to remain on their assigned schoolcampuses during regular school hours. All extracurricular activitiesand job assignments must be declared prior to the beginning of studentteaching and must be approved by the department.REQUIREMENTS OF THETEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY (TEA)FOR PROVISIONAL CERTIFICATEThe Texas Education Agency (TEA) has established general requirementsfor the Provisional teaching certifi cate. These requirements include:1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.Curriculum and InstructionBachelor’s degree from, and the recommendation of, an institution ofhigher learning approved for teacher education by the SBEC;Be at least eighteen years of age;Be of good moral character as evidenced by the recommendation ofa Texas senior college;Be clear of felony or misdemeanor convictions for crimes whichdirectly relate to the duties and responsibilities of the teaching profession.As of September 1, 1982, all applicants for Texas certifi cateswill be screened for a record of felony or misdemeanor convictionthrough the Texas Department of Public Safety. Article 6252-13c,Texas Civil Statutes, authorizes the Commissioner of Education tosuspend, revoke, or refuse to issue a teaching certifi cate for a personwho has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor which directlyrelates to duties and responsibilities of the teaching profession.All potential certifi cate applicants with criminal convictions shouldcontact the Certifi cation Officer of McMurry University immediately toseek clarifi cation of their certifi cation status. Applicants are now requiredto submit fi nger prints to the Texas Education Agency to fulfi llcertifi cation requirements.Be willing to support and defend the constitutions of the UnitedStates and Texas;Have college credit or examination credit in knowledge of the Texasand federal constitutions and United States history;Achieve a satisfactory score on a competency examination of basicskills in mathematics, reading, and writing/composition. THEA,Accuplacer, and Compass will be the test of basic skills required byMcMurry University to meet the SBEC standard; exemptions from theTHEA, Accuplacer, and Compass are outlined above and are availablefrom the Curriculum and Instruction offi ce.Achieve a satisfactory score on the certifi cation examinations prescribedby the State Board of Education. These tests are required asa criterion for receipt of the Provisional teaching certifi cate.Submit an application for certifi cation to the State certifi cation authorityaccompanied by the appropriate fee.McMURRY REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTIFICATIONIn addition to all certifi cation requirements established by the State ofTexas, McMurry University has established requirements for certifi cationwhich are above and beyond normal graduation requirements. To secure arecommendation for certifi cation from McMurry, one must meet the followingcriteria:1. Completion of an approved degree program leading toward certifi cationand the C&I professional development minor2. Overall grade point average of 2.75.3. Grade point average of 2.75 with no grade lower than a “C” in each ofthe following areas:71

Curriculum and Instructiona) for EC-6 certification:• Professional development courses in the Curriculum andInstruction minor; and• All required courses for the Early Childhood Educationdegreeb) for 4-8 certifi cation:• Professional development courses in the Curriculum andInstruction minor; and• All required courses for the 4-8 teaching fi eldc) for 8-12 certifi cation:• Professional development courses in the Curriculum andInstruction minor; and• All required courses for the 8-12 teaching fi eldStudents who have completed degrees before entering teachereducation program must meet the requirements of their individualcertification plans before they will be approved for certification.POLICY EXCEPTIONSExceptions to the teacher education policies stated in this Bulletin requireaction by the Education Advisory Council. A request for variation shouldbe submitted in writing to the Department of Curriculum and Instructionat least one month in advance of the time it is desired. Students will benotifi ed in writing of action taken by the Education Advisory Council ontheir variance requests.TEACHING CERTIFICATESGrades 8 through 12 and All Levels CertificatesThis option is for students planning to teach in secondary schools grades8 through 12 and for students who are seeking all-levels certifi cation inthose fi elds which require all-levels certifi cates. The options for theseteaching fi elds are listed below. The coursework requirements for eachteaching fi eld will be specifi ed by the department responsible for thatteaching fi eld; the courses required for the Curriculum and Instructionprofessional development minor are specifi ed below.Teaching FieldCertificationArtAll LevelsBusiness Basic 6- 12Chemistry 8- 12Computer Science 8 - 12English Language Arts-Reading 8 - 12History 8 - 12Life Sciences 8 - 12Mathematics 8 - 12Physical EducationAll LevelsPhysical Sciences 8 - 12MusicAll LevelsSocial Studies 8 - 12Speech Communication (Post-Bacc students only) 8 - 12SpanishAll LevelsTechnology Applications 8 - 12Theatre Arts 8 - 12Required Courses for Secondary and all levels Curriculumand Instruction minor:C I 2110 C I 3301C I 3302 C I 4324C I 4325 C I 4125C I 4198Six hours student teaching based on area of preparationGrades 4 through 8 CertificatesThis option is for students planning to teach in grades 4 through 8.Teaching fi elds are available in the following fi elds. The courseworkrequirements for each teaching fi eld will be specifi ed by the departmentresponsible for that teaching fi eld; the courses required for the Curriculumand Instruction professional development minor are specifi ed below.Teaching FieldCertificationEnglish Language Arts-Reading 4 - 8Mathematics 4 - 8Science 4 - 8Social Studies 4 - 8Required Courses for Middle School Curriculum andInstruction minor:C I 2110 C I 3301C I 3302 C I 4322C I 4323 C I 4123C I 4198Six hours student teaching based on area of preparationEarly Childhood Education Program and DegreeEarly Childhood through Grade 6 Certifi cationThis option is for students who plan to teach in grades EC through 6. Thecurriculum will include coursework in early childhood development as wellas reading, language arts, science, mathematics, social studies, art, physicaleducation, drama, and music for elementary majors; students seekingbilingual certifi cation will take additional coursework in Spanish andSpanish culture. The certifi cation will be Early Childhood through Grade 6Generalist or Early Childhood through Grade 6 Bilingual Generalist.Teaching FieldCertificationEC-6 Generalist EC - 6EC-6 Bilingual Generalist EC - 6Suggested Sequence of Required Major Courses forthe Early Childhood Education Major:C I 2110 (take during semester in which last general education requirementsare completed; can be fall or spring)First Semester - FallFirst Semester - SpringREAD 3300, 3315 6 READ 3300, 3315 6CSC 1305 3 CSC 1305 3ECED 3300 3 ECED 3300 3KINE 3340 or THRE 3360 3 KINE 3241 or THRE 3360 2-3CI 2110 1 CI 2110 1Total 16 Total 15-16Apply for Admission to Teacher Education ProgramSecond Semester - SpringSecond Semester - FallREAD 3334, 3380 6 READ 3334, 3380 6ECED 3330, 3360 6 ECED 3330, 3360 6ART 3370, THRE 3360, or THRE 3360, or KINE 3241 2-3KINE 3340 3 Total 14-15Total 15Third Semester - FallThird Semester - SpringCI 3301, 3302 6 READ 3335 3READ 3335 3 CI 3301, 3302 6ECED 3331, 4370 6 ECED 3331, 4370 6Total 15 Total 15Fourth Semester - SpringFourth Semester - FallCI 4320, 4321, 4121 7 READ 4337 3ECED 4330 3 CI 4320, 4321, 4121 7READ 4337 3 ECED 4330 3Total 13 Total 16Fifth Semester - FallFifth Semester - SpringStudent Teaching withStudent teaching withSeminar 7 Seminar 7Total 7 Total 7ENDORSEMENTSThe Department of Curriculum and Instruction also offers courseworkleading to the following supplemental teaching endorsements.English as a Second Language (EC-6)Required courses for the EC-4 ESL Supplemental teaching endorsementare: READ 3310 or ENG 4382, READ 3334, ECED 4330, and CI 4305.72

Required Courses for the EC-6 Bilingual GeneralistMajor:All courses listed above for the EC-6 Generalist major and EC-6 Curriculumand Instruction minor as well as the following courses:BIED 3301, 3331, 3375 or 3336, 4322SPAN 1410, 1420, 2310, 2320Bilingual Supplemental (EC-6)Students who pursue Bilingual certifi cation must be prepared to take theTexas Oral Profi ciency Test (TOPT) in Spanish. Course work that will supportthe language requirements: SPAN 1410, 1420, 2310, 2320. Qualifi edstudents may make arrangements with the Modern Language Departmentfor credit by exam for these courses. Please see your advisor for informationif you are currently pursuing this endorsement. As the new state standardscome into effect, you will be advised and your degree plan may bemodifi ed. Currently, READ 3334, C I 4330, ENG 4382 or Reading 4399, andC I 4305 are required for this certifi cation and the ESL endorsement.POST-BACCALAUREATE PROGRAMMcMurry University offers a FasTrack program for post-baccalaureatestudents to become certifi ed teachers. Students who hold a degree andmeet the requirements for admission to the School of Education may applythrough the certifi cation officer for admission to the program. Professionaleducation courses are offered face-to-face and online. Students with suffi -cient hours in an undergraduate major that is an approved secondary teachingfi eld may be prepared for either student teaching or a paid internship bycompleting a minimum of fi fteen credit hours of course work. Elementarypost-baccalaureate programs are available and can generally be completedwithin one calendar year. Individual plans will vary in requirements basedupon an evaluation of each student’s undergraduate course work. Eachapplicant will schedule a required interview with the Certifi cation Officer priorto application to the program. Two grades of C- or below or 2 withdrawelsfrom the program requires a 5 year waiting period before the student canreapply to the McMurry FasTrack Program. 30 clock hours of fi eld-basedexperience to be completed prior to student teaching, clinical teaching, orinternship. Up to 15 clock hours of fi eld experience may be provided by theuse of electronic transmission, or other video technology based method.(Rule 228.35 (a) (3) (A) of the Texas State Code).Courses Taught in the Curriculum and Instruction Department:CI 2110Introduction to EducationCI 3301Theories of LearningCI 3302The Inclusive ClassroomCI 4198Student teaching SeminarCI 4305Student Teaching in the ESL or BIED ClassroomCI 4308Student Teaching Grades EC-6CI 4309 Student Teaching Grades 8-12CI 4310 Student Teaching Grades 4-8CI 4320Methods and Management in the Elementary SchoolCI 4321Plan., Curriculum, and Assessment Elementary SchoolCI 4121Profesisional Development Internship Grades EC-6CI 4322Methods and Management in the Middle SchoolCI 4323Plan., Curriculum, and Assessmant in Middle SchoolCI 4123 Profesisional Development Internship Grades 4-8CI 4324Methods and Management in the Secondary SchoolCI 4325Plan., Curriculum, and Assessment Secondary SchoolCI 4125 Profesisional Development Internship Grades 8-12CI 4350Methods and Management in the Elementary SchoolCI 4351Plan., Curriculum, and Assessment Elementary SchoolCI 4352Methods and Management in the Middle SchoolCI 4353Plan., Curriculum, and Assessment in Middle SchoolCI 4354Methods and Management in the Seconday SchoolCI 4355Plan., Curriculum, and Assessment Secondary SchoolCI 4160Classroom Observation and Refl ections (TxBess)CI 4388Teaching InternshipCI 4601Student Teaching Grades EC-6CI 4602 Student Teaching Grades 8-12CI 4603 Student Teaching Grades 8-12CI 4X95Independent StudiesCI 4X96* Honors TutorialCI 4X97* Honors ThesisCI XX99Special Topics73ECED 3300 Theory and Practice in Early Childhood EducationECED 3330 Teaching Elementary Math I EC-6ECED 3331 Teaching Elementary Math II EC-6ECED 3360 Teaching Social Studies EC-6ECED 3361 Teaching Social Studies 4-8ECED 4330 Language Acquisition and DevelopmentECED 4370 Teaching Science EC-6ECED 4371 Teaching Science 4-8ECED XX99 Special TopicsREAD 3300 Introduction to the Teaching of Reading EC-6READ 3310 Language: Mind, Brain and SocietyREAD 3315 Children’s Literature IREAD 3316 Children’s Literature IIREAD 3332 Reading in the Content Areas Grades 4-8READ 3334 Reading and Language Arts in Multilingual Cls. RoomREAD 3335 Reading, Instruction and AssessmentREAD 3338 Teaching Reading Grades 8-12READ 3340 Teaching Reading Grades 4-8READ 3342 Reading in the Content Areas Grades 8-12READ 3380READ 4337READ XX99Curriculum and InstructionTeaching Language Arts EC-6Diagnostic and Corrective Reading Grades EC-6Special Topics

Curriculum and InstructionBACHELOR OF SCIENCEEARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATIONA MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATIONAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATIONCOURSECombination of SubjectsREAD 3300READ 3315READ 3334READ 3335READ 3380READ 4337ECED 3300ECED 3330ECED 3331ECED 3360ECED 4330ECED 4370Supporting CoursesCSC 1305Select 2 courses fromART 3370, KINE 3340, THRE 3360, ENG 4382, READ3310, or similar courseHOURSTOTAL HOURS 45MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION(GRADES EC-6)COURSEHOURSCI 21101The following CI courses listed in this box requireadmission to the Teacher Education Program.CI 33013CI 33023CI 43203CI 43213CI 41211CI 41981CI 46016TOTAL HOURS 21FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years ofa single foreign language were completed in high school or the studentgraduated from high school prior to 1993. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.NOTE: ESL endorsement and Bilingual Education requirements arelisted on the following page.3333333333333674

BACHELOR OF SCIENCEEARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATIONESL ENDORSEMENT AND BILINGUAL EDUCATIONCurriculum and InstructionESL Endorsement (EC-12):Please see your advisor for information if you are currently pursuing thisendorsement. As the new state standards come into effect, you will beadvised and your degree plan may be modifi ed. Currently, READ 3334,ECED 4330, ENG 4382, and C I 4305 are required for this endorsement.ESL ENDORSEMENTHOURSREAD 3310 OR ENG 43823READ 33343ECED 43303CI 43053TOTAL HOURS 12Bilingual Supplemental (EC-12)Students who pursue Bilingual certifi cation must be prepared to take theTexas Oral Profi ciency Test (TOPT) in Spanish. Course work that will supportthe language requirements: SPAN 1410, 1420, 2310, 2320. Qualifi edstudents may make arrangements with the Modern Language Departmentfor credit by exam for these courses.BILINGUAL EDUCATIONGRADES EC-12HOURSSPAN 3301SPAN 3331READ 3334HIST 3375 or SPAN 3336SPAN 4322SPAN 1410SPAN 1420SPAN 2310SPAN 2320TOTAL HOURS 2933333443375

Curriculum and InstructionBACHELOR OF SCIENCEMULTIDISCIPLINARY STUDIES II (GRADES 4-8)A MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREEAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION(GRADES 4-8)COURSECI 2110The following CI courses listed in this box require admissionto the Teacher Education Program.CI 3301CI 3302CI 4322CI 4323CI 4123CI 4198CI 4603HOURSTOTAL HOURS 21Science (4-8)Social Studies (4-8)Select One Teaching FieldAvailable Teaching FieldsTeaching Fields Available Through Other DepartmentsEnglish Language Arts/Read (4-8) See English DepartmentMathematics (4-8) See Mathematics DepartmentFOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years ofa single foreign language were completed in high school or the studentgraduated from high school prior to 1993. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.1333311676

Curriculum and InstructionTEACHING FIELDS GRADES 4-8SOCIAL STUDIESGRADES 4-8HOURSECON 2310ECON 2320HIST 1310HIST 1320HIST 2310HIST 2320HIST 3310HIST 3377HIST 4380PSC 2310PSC 2320PSC 3310Select 6 hrs fromAdvanced U.S. HIST coursesSelect 6 hrs fromAdvanced PSC coursesTOTAL HOURS 48SUPPORTING COURSESECED 3361 333333333333366SCIENCEGRADES 4-8HOURSBIOL 1301BIOL 1402BIOL 1403BIOL 4430CHEM 1410CHEM 1420GEOS 1405GEOS 1410PHYS 1410PHYS 1420PHYS 1401TOTAL HOURS 43SUPPORTING COURSESECED 4371 334444444444Teaching Fields Available Through Other DepartmentsEnglish Language Arts/Read (4-8) See English DepartmentMathematics (4-8) See Mathematics Department77

Curriculum and InstructionBACHELOR OF SCIENCEMULTIDISCIPLINARY STUDIES I (GRADES 8-12)A MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREEAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION(GRADES 8-12)COURSECI 2110The following CI courses in this box require admissionto the Teacher Education Program.CI 3301CI 3302CI 4324CI 4325CI 4125CI 4198CI 4602HOURS1TOTAL HOURS 21Business Basic (6-12)Physical Sciences (8-12)Technology Applications (8-12)Select One Teaching FieldAvailable Teaching FieldsTeaching Fields Available Through Other DepartmentsArt (All Level) See Art DepartmentChemistry (8-12) See Chemistry DepartmentComputer Science (8-12) See Computer Science DepartmentEnglish Language Arts (8-12) See English DepartmentHistory (8-12) See History DepartmentLife Science (8-12) See Biology DepartmentMathematics (8-12) See Mathematics DepartmentMusic (All Level) See Music DepartmentPhysical Education (All Level) See Kinesiology DepartmentSocial Studies (8-12) See History and Political Science Depts.Spanish (EC-12) See Spanish Studies DepartmentTheatre Arts (8-12) See Theatre DepartmentFOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years ofa single foreign language were completed in high school or the studentgraduated from high school prior to 1993. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.333311678

MULTIDISCIPLINARY STUDIES ITEACHING FIELDSGRADES 8-12Curriculum and InstructionBUSINESS BASICGRADES 6-12ACCT 2310ACCT 3370BA 1310BA 3370BA 4370ECON 2310ECON 2320FIN 3330FIN 3350FIN 3340MGMT 3310MKTG 3370Select 3 hrs fromBA 3350, 4380, 4385HOURSTOTAL HOURS 393333333333333MMA 2310MMA 2340MMA 3310MMA 3320ART 1310ART 3330ART 3334CSC 1305CSC 3315TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONSGRADES 8-12HOURSTOTAL HOURS 27333333333PHYSICAL SCIENCESGRADES 8-12CHEM 1410CHEM 1420CHEM 2430CHEM 3410CHEM 3420CHEM 3431PHYS 2510PHYS 2520PHYS 3270PHYS 3300PHYS 4300PHYS 4310Select 3 hrs fromAny 4000 level PHYS courseSelect 4 hrs fromCHEM 3432CHEM 3441Select 3-4 hrs fromCHEM or PHYS coursesHOURSTOTAL HOURS 55-56444444552333343-479

Developmental Studies and EnglishDEVELOPMENTAL STUDIESMs. Bein, Program Director and Director of Academic EnrichmentInstructors Bein, Bonds, Dita, Laurence, Lopez, Martin, Rieger, St.Jean, WernerMission and Goals:The mission of the Developmental Studies (DEVS) Program is to respondto the individual differences and special needs of our students in order toenable them to develop the academic skills and attitudes necessary toachieve success in the liberal arts and pre-professional curriculums. TheDevelopmental Studies Program intends to serve the mission of McMurryUniversity by accomplishing the following goals:1.2.3.4.ensure proper placement of students into courses appropriate fortheir skill level;provide pre-college level courses in the areas of mathematics, reading,and writing;work closely with AEC staff in order to provide tutorial support forstudents enrolled in DEVS courses;work closely with other departments to insure that DEVS curriculumprovides students with the skills necessary for transition into collegelevelcourses.Program Policies:Students whose academic placement results indicate a need for pre-collegedevelopment in math, reading or writing must register for and continuallyenroll in the corresponding Developmental Studies (DEVS) course(s)until it is passed with a grade of “C-” or better. Once students havemet this requirement, they must enroll in the corresponding academiccourse(s).Developmental Studies courses (with the exception of DEVS 1100) do notsatisfy any degree requirements, other than preparation for college-levelcourses. They do not count for elective credit and may not be appliedtoward total hours in a degree.Courses Taught:DEVS 0110 Writing MechanicsDEVS 0300 Developmental Reading IDEVS 0302 Developmental Reading IIDEVS 0310 Introduction to CompositionDEVS 0320 Introductory AlgebraDEVS 0330 Intermediate AlgebraDEVS 1100 Strategies for LearningDEPARTMENT OF ENGLISHSpecial Programs and OpportunitiesSigma Tau Delta. A professional and national honor society for studentsof literature and language.The Galleon. The literary magazine of McMurry University.Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors Programunder the Special Program section earlier in the catalog.Courses Taught in the Department:ENG 1310 Composition and RhetoricENG 1320 Composition and LiteratureENG 2300 Expository WritingENG 2310 Masterpieces of British LiteratureENG 2320 Masterpieces of American LiteratureENG 2330 Masterpieces of World LiteratureENG 2350 Topics in Literary StudyENG 3310 Medieval English LiteratureENG 3313 World LiteratureENG 3315 Children’s Literature IENG 3316 Children’s Literature IIENG 3320 English RenaissanceENG 3330 Restoration and 18th Century English LiteratureENG 3341 English RomanticismENG 3342 The Victorian PeriodENG 3371 17th and 18th Century American LiteratureENG 3372 Studies in 19th Century American LiteratureENG 3373 Studies in Modern LiteratureENG 3374 Studies in Contemporary LiteratureENG 3380 Film and Literary ClassicsENG 3373 Theories of CompositionENG 3385 Professional and Technical WritingENG 4309 Holocaust through the Eyes of Elie WieselENG 4320 ShakespeareENG 4340 Studies in a Major AuthorENG 4360 Literary TheoryENG 4371 Poetry WorkshopENG 4372 Fiction WorkshopENG 4374 Writing for Newspapers and MagazinesENG 4375 Writing for Television and RadioENG 4379 Elementary Language Arts Concepts 4-8ENG 4381 TEKS and the Secondary English CurriculumENG 4382 Introduction to LinguisticsENG 4384 Advanced GrammarENG 4X95 Independent StudiesENG 4X96* Honors TutorialENG 4X97* Senior ThesisENG 4X98 Senior OpusENG XX99 Special TopicsProfessor Buzan, Division ChairProfessor McLamoreAssociate Professor ThompsonAssistant Professor BondsInstructors Andrews, Daniel, Lopez, PatrickMission and Goals:Students successfully completing English department requirements atMcMurry University will acquire the following: The ability to conduct literary research and report their fi ndings A college-level acquaintance with literary traditions Improved critical reading An acquaintance with linguistics and language Improved higher-level thinking skills manifested in writing and discussion An acquaintance with how to teach literature, language, and writing Improved approaches to creative writing Adequate advisement from English department faculty about careersor graduate work in English Benefi t from an on-going curriculum and program review80

BACHELOR OF ARTSENGLISHEnglishA MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREEAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN ENGLISH(6-9 hours may also meet general education requirements)ENGLISHENG 1310ENG 1320ENG 2310ENG 2320ENG 4320ENG 4360Select 3 hrs fromENG 3310, 3320, 3330, 3371Select 3 hrs fromENG 3341, 3342, 3372Select 3 hrs fromENG 3373, 3374, 4340Select 9 hrs fromAdvanced English electivesHOURS3333333TOTAL HOURS 36FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 2 years of foreign language at the college level, ordemonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign languageprofi ciency exam . The University foreign language requirementis described on page 34 of the catalog.33981

EnglishBACHELOR OF ARTSENGLISH and WRITINGA MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREEAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN ENGLISH AND WRITING(6-9 hours may also meet general education requirements)ENGLISH AND WRITINGENG 1310ENG 1320ENG 2310ENG 2320Select 12 hrs adv. ENG from(No more than one course from each line)ENG 4360ENG 3310, 3320, 3330, 3371ENG 3341, 3342, 3372ENG 3373, 3374, 4340ENG 4320Select 9 hrs fromENG 3385, 4371, 4372, 4374, 4375Select 3 hrs fromAdvanced English electivesHOURS333312TOTAL HOURS 36FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 2 years of foreign language at the college level, ordemonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign languageprofi ciency exam . The University foreign language requirementis described on page 34 of the catalog.9382

BACHELOR OF ARTSENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS & READING GRADES 4-8EnglishA MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTIONIS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS & READING GRADES 4-8All degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS & READINGGRADES 4-8(3 hours may also meet general education requirements)COURSESENG 2310ENG 2320ENG 3316ENG 3383ENG 4379READ 3332READ 3335READ 3340Select 3 hrs fromENG 4382, 4384Select 3 hrs fromENG 4371, 4372Select 9 hrs fromENG 3310, 3313, 3320, 3330, 3341, 3342, 3371, 3372,3373, 3374, 3380, 4340HOURS333333333TOTAL HOURS 39MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTIONGRADES 4-8C I 2110The following CI courses listed in this box requireadmission to the Teacher Education Program.C I 3301C I 3302C I 4322C I 4323C I 4123C I 4198C I 4603TOTAL HOURS 21FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college level, ordemonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign languageprofi ciency exam. The University foreign language requirementis described on page 34 of the catalog.391333311683

EnglishBACHELOR OF ARTSENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS & READING GRADES 8-12A MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTIONIS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS & READING GRADES 8-12All degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS & READINGGRADES 8-12(3 hours may also meet general education requirements)COURSESENG 3316ENG 3383ENG 4320READ 3342READ 3338Select 3 hrs fromENG 2310, 2320Select 6 hrs fromENG 4381, 4382, 4384Select 12 hrs fromENG 3310, 3313, 3320, 3330, 3341, 3342, 3371, 3372, 3373,3374, 3380, 4340Select 3 hrs fromENG 4371, 4372, 4374, 4375HOURS333333TOTAL HOURS 39MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTIONGRADES 8-12COURSEHOURSC I 2110The following CI courses listed in this box requireadmission to the Teacher Education Program.C I 3301C I 3302C I 4324C I 4325C I 4125C I 4198C I 4602TOTAL HOURS 21FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college level, ordemonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign languageprofi ciency exam. The University foreign language requirementis described on page 34 of the catalog.61231333311684

ENGLISH DEPARTMENT MINORSEnglishMINOR IN ENGLISH(Not available for English or English and Writing majors)ENG 1310ENG 1320ENG 2310ENG 2320Select 9 hrs fromAdvanced English coursesCOURSEHOURS33339TOTAL HOURS 2185

Geosciences and HistoryGEOSCIENCESVisiting Instructor LewisMission and Goals:Our mission is to:1. offer general education courses to support the university.2. offer courses to support the various majors at the university.Our goals are to produce students who are:1. knowledgeable about the scientifi c method and how it is used.2. knowledgeable about the earth, its materials and processes.Courses Taught:GEOG 3330 BiogeographyGEOS 1405GEOS 1410GEOS 2420GEOS 3210GEOS 3220Environmental GeologyPhysical GeologyMeteorologyGeology of TexasApplied Environmental GeologyDEPARTMENT OF HISTORYProfessor Shanafelt, Department ChairProfessors Frazier, HardinAssistant Professor MaberryMission and Goals:Graduates of the History Department at McMurry University will demonstrate:1. Knowledge of core factual data: major U.S. history trends and fi gures.2. Knowledge of core factual data: major world history trends and fi gures.3. Ability to conduct research, collect data, and analyze and draw conclusionsfrom that data.4. Basic reading/writing/composition skills.5. Effective public presentation skills.6. Personal discipline and study habits.Courses Taught in the History Department:HIST 1310 World Civilization to 1500HIST 1320 World Civilization Since 1500HIST 2310 United States to 1877HIST 2320 United States Since 1865HIST 2330 Virtue in World HistoryHIST 2340 Virtue in American HistoryHIST 3310 TexasHIST 3314 Spanish TexasHIST 3315 Texas Revolution and RepublicHIST 3316 Texas from Statehood to National LeadershipHIST 3317 The Crafting of the Texas National CharacterHIST 3320 The Grand Tour of TexasHIST 3331 Modern BritainHIST 3350 Colonial and Revolutionary America 1607-1789HIST 3351 The Early American Republic 1787-1848HIST 3352 Civil War and ReconstructionHIST 3354 Contemporary United StatesHIST 3358 Greece and Rome: Introduction to the Classical WorldHIST 3359 The Middle Ages: Crucible of the Western CivilizationHIST 3360 Renaissance and ReformationHIST 3363 Nineteenth Century EuropeHIST 3364 Twentieth Century EuropeHIST 3375 MexicoHIST 3377 Historiography and MethodsHIST 432(a-d) Great Books and HistoryHIST 4330 The American FrontierHIST 4345 Special Topics in American HisotryHIST 4354 The U.S. in the Era of World WarHIST 4360 Russia and the Soviet UnionHIST 4365 Modern GermanyHIST 4375 Special Topics in World HistoryHIST 4380 Senior Research SeminarHIST 4X95 Independent StudiesHIST 4X96* Honors TutorialHIST 4X97* Senior ThesisTOUR 3340TOUR 4388Heritage TourismHeritage Tourism InternshipPhi Alpha Theta. Phi Alpha Theta is a history honorary society withchapters on more than 700 campuses across the United States. Membershipis based on completion of 2/3 of the course requirements for graduation,rank in the upper 35% of one’s class, a 3.0 overall GPA, and atleast 12 semester hours of history credit with a 3.1 GPA or better in thosecourses. Chapter activities include projects and fi eld trips.Vernie Newman Award. This distinction, named after a long-timefaculty member, is given annually to the outstanding senior with a major orteaching fi eld in history.Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors Programunder the Special Programs section earlier in the catalog.86

BACHELOR OF ARTSHISTORYHistoryA MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREEAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN HISTORY(3-6 hours may also meet general education requirements)HISTORYHIST 1310HIST 1320HIST 2310HIST 2320HIST 3377HIST 4380Select 6 hrs fromHIST 3310, 3315, 3316, 3317, 3320, 3350, 3351, 3352,3354, 4330, 4345, 4354Select 6 hrs fromHIST 3314, 3331, 3358, 3359, 3360, 3363, 3364,3375,432(a-d), 4360, 4365, 4375Select 6 hrs fromAdvanced U.S. or World History CoursesHOURS3333336TOTAL HOURS 36History 3377 is offered only in the spring semester and should typicallybe taken at the end of a student’s sophomore year. History 4380 isoffered only in the fall and should be taken at the start of a student’ssenior year.FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 2 years of foreign language at the collegeLevel, or demonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or aforeign language profi ciency exam. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.6687

HistoryBACHELOR OF ARTSHISTORY GRADES 8-12A MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION IS REQUIREDAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362HISTORYGRADES 8-12(3-6 hours may also meet general education requirements)COURSEHIST 1310HIST 1320HIST 2310HIST 2320HIST 3377HIST 4380Select 6 hrs fromHIST 3310, 3315, 3316, 3317, 3320, 3350, 3351, 3352,3354, 4330, 4345, 4354Select 6 hrs fromHIST 3314, 3331, 3358, 3359, 3360, 3363, 3364, 3375,432(a-d), 4360, 4365, 4375Select 6 hrs fromAdvanced U.S. or World History CoursesHOURS3333336TOTAL HOURS 36HIST 3377: Historiography and Methods is offered only in the springsemester and should typically be taken at the end of a student’ssophomore year. HIST 4380: Senior Seminar is offered only in the fallsemester and should be taken at the start of a student’s senior year.MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION(GRADES 8-12)COURSEHOURSCI 21101The following CI courses listed in this box requireadmission to the Teacher Education Program.CI 33013CI 33023CI 43243CI 43253CI 41251CI 41981CI 46026TOTAL HOURS 21FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 2 years of foreign language at the collegeLevel, or demonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or aforeign language profi ciency exam. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.6688

BACHELOR OF ARTSSOCIAL STUDIES 8-12HistoryMINORS IN SOCIAL STUDIES AND CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION ARE REQUIREDAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362HISTORY GRADES 8-12(9 hours may also meet general education requirements)*See note on page 144COURSEHIST 1310HIST 1320HIST 2310HIST 2320HIST 3377HIST 4380Select 6 hrs fromHIST 3310, 3315, 3316, 3317, 3320, 3350, 3351, 3352,3354, 4330, 4345, 4354Select 6 hrs fromHIST 3314, 3331, 3358, 3359, 3360, 3363, 3364, 3375,432(a-d), 4360, 4365, 4375Select 6 hrs fromAdvanced U.S. or World History CoursesHOURS3333336TOTAL HOURS 36MINOR IN SOCIAL STUDIES GRADES 8-12(Not available for Political Science majors)PSC 2310PSC 2320PSC 3310ECON 2310ECON 2320Select 3 hrs fromPSC 4330, 4335Select 3 hrs fromPSC 4340, 4350COURSE66HOURS333333TOTAL HOURS 21MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION(GRADES 8-12)COURSEHOURSCI 21101The following CI courses listed in this box requireadmission to the Teacher Education Program.CI 33013CI 33023CI 43243CI 43253CI 41251CI 41981CI 46026TOTAL HOURS 21FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 2 years of foreign language at the collegeLevel, or demonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or aforeign language profi ciency exam. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.389

HistoryHISTORY DEPARTMENT MINORSMINOR IN HISTORY(Not available for History, amd Social Studies majors)(Not available for MS degrees with Teaching Field in Social Studies)HIST 1310HIST 1320HIST 2310HIST 2320Select 6 hours fromAdvanced History ElectivesCOURSEHOURS33336TOTAL HOURS 18MINOR IN HERITAGE AND CULTURAL TOURISMCOURSEACCT 2310MGMT 3310MKTG 3370TOUR 3340TOUR 4388Select 3 hours fromMKTG 3380, 4350, 4380BA 3350HOURS333333TOTAL HOURS 1890

Interdisciplinary StudiesINTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIESThe Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies (BIS) degree is a fl exible programallowing students to customize their college degree. It is intendedfor students who want to obtain broad knowledge through pursuit of threedifferent fields of study. All BIS students complete the regular generaleducation course work but have no traditional major or minor. Insteadthey complete a set of prescribed courses in each of three different BISfi elds of study of their choice, drawn from participating departments fromacross campus.BIS fi elds of study must contain at least nine (9) advanced hours of coursework. Departments may offer different course groupings for differentBIS fi elds of study. Double majoring is not an option with this degree,nor is selection of a minor or pursuing a double degree. The BIS degreerequires two additional courses, which represent a hybrid of the additionalrequirements for BA and BS degrees: one semester of college language,and one additional course in a lab science or math (1311 or above). BISstudents must also complete a capstone course within one of their fi eldsof study. This capstone is intended to foster the integration of the fi eldsof study into a coherent project that demonstrates depth of learning andinterdisciplinary connections.The following fi elds of study are available at this time:ArtAdministration of CoachingAllied HealthBusinessChristian MinistryEarly Childhood EducationEthicsHistoryKinesiologyMultimedia ApplicationsMusicPsychologyServant LeadershipTheatreThe program is administered through the Offi ce of the Vice President forAcademic Affairs and Deans Council.91

Interdisciplinary StudiesBACHELOR OF INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIESA MINOR CANNOT BE SELECTED WITH THE BACHELOR OF INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES DEGREEAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIESCOURSEPlease select three Interdisciplinary Fields ofStudy from the following page.HOURS54-64CAPSTONE COURSE 3SUPPORTING COURSESMATHEMATICS / NATURAL SCIENCE (3-4 hrs)Select 3-4 hrs (not taken in General Education) from 3-4MATH 1311 or higher ORAny Natural Science CourseFOREIGN LANGUAGE (4 hrs)Select 4 hrs from4French, German, Greek, or SpanishTOTAL HOURS Fields of Study + SUPP COURSES 64-75PLEASE NOTE!Students cannot select a double degree, double major, or a minorwith the Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies degree.FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires one semester of a foreign language at the collegelevel or demonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreignlanguage profi ciency exam. The University foreign language requirementis described on page 34 of the catalog.92

Interdisciplinary StudiesBACHELOR OF INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIESFIELDS OF STUDYART 1300ART 1310ART 1313ART 2300Select 9 advanced hrs fromART ElectivesCOURSEARTHOURS33339TOTAL HOURS 21CHRISTIAN MINISTRYCOURSEHOURSREL 13303REL 23303REL 23403REL 23103REL 33353REL 43883Select 3 hrs from3REL advanced coursesTOTAL HOURS 21ALLIED HEALTHCOURSEBIOL 2401BIOL 2402Select 8 hrs from(CHEM 1405 & 1406) or(CHEM 1410 & 1420)Select 6 hrs fromBIOL 3403BIMS 3430KINE 3307KINE 3321KINE 3331NURS 3410MATH 3351HOURS448TOTAL HOURS 226EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATIONCOURSEHOURSREAD 33003ECED 33003READ 33153READ 33803C SC 13053Select 3 hrs from3ART 3370KINE 3340THRE 3360TOTAL HOURS 18ADMINISTRATION OF COACHING(Cannot be selected with Kinesiology)COURSEKINE 2335KINE 3100KINE 3321KINE 4320KINE 4325KINE 4330KINE 4388Select 4 hrs fromKINE 2211, 2212, 2213, 2214,HOURS31333334TOTAL HOURS 23BUSINESSCOURSEHOURSBA 13103ACCT 23103MGMT 33103MKTG 33703BA 43703Select 3 hrs from3ACCT 3305, BA 3350, or any adv. MGMT or MKTG courseTOTAL HOURS 18ETHICSCOURSESLD 1300PHIL 2350REL 3320REL 3330PHIL 3330BA 4385Select 3 hrs fromAny Advanced Philosophy CourseHOURS3333333TOTAL HOURS 21HISTORYCOURSEHIST 1310HIST 1320HIST 2310HIST 2320Select 9 hours fromAdvanced History ElectivesHOURS33339TOTAL HOURS 2193

Interdisciplinary StudiesBACHELOR OF INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIESFIELDS OF STUDYKINESIOLOGY(Cannot be selected with Administration of Coaching)COURSEKINE 2330KINE 2335KINE 4388Select 6 hrs fromKINE 3321, 3340, 3350, 4320, 4325Select 1 hour from each of the following 3 groupsHF 1120-1129HF 1130-1139HF 1140-1149Select 3 hrs advanced KinesiologyKINE 3*, 4*HOURS3336TOTAL HOURS 21MULTIMEDIA APPLICATIONSCOURSEHOURSART 13103ART 33303MMA 23103MMA 23403MMA 33103MMA 33203TOTAL HOURS 18MUSICCOURSEMTH 1330 - MTH 1130MTH 1340 - MTH 1140MLH 2380Select 9 hrs fromAdvanced electivesPrincipal Instrument4 semestersEnsemble2 SemestersMUS 1000 - Recital Attendance(minimum of 4 semesters)1113HOURS4439TOTAL HOURS 26420PSYCHOLOGYCOURSEHOURSPSYC 1340 3Select 9 hrs from9PSYC 2360, 3301, 3320, 3340, 3382, 4300, 4341, 4375Select 6 hrs from6Advanced Psychology ElectivesTOTAL HOURS 18SERVANT LEADERSHIPCOURSEHOURSSLD 13103HIST 2330 or SOC 23103HIST 2340 or SOC 23203SLD 23103SLD 33103SLD 33203SLD 43883TOTAL HOURS 21THEATRECOURSEHOURSTHRE 23303THRE 23403THRE 22102THRE 32102THRE 33203Select 6 hrs from6Advanced Theatre ElectivesTOTAL HOURS 1994

Kinesiology & Health FitnessDEPARTMENT OF KINESIOLOGY& HEALTH FITNESSProfessor Parris, Department ChairProfessors Rutledge, SmithAssistant Professor WillisInstructor McMurrayMission and Goals:The mission and Goals of the Department of Kinesiology and Health Fitnessare for students to:1. Acquire knowledge, attitudes, and habits necessary to maintainhealth and achieve physical and emotional well-being. Students willlearn how to be physically well, develop physical skills, and demonstratesatisfactory competence in a variety of fi tness techniquesand activities, including adaptations for clients with limited abilities ormedical conditions.2. Think critically and communicate new ideas. Students will activelyuse intellectual and creative problem-solving during sessions of Kinesiologyand Health Fitness courses.3. Prepare adequately for professional careers related to physicaleducation and exercise science. Students majoring or minoring inKinesiology programs will project personal goals, investigate careerrequirements, select appropriate degree plans, and make successfulefforts to learn in each course offered by the Department of Kinesiologyand Health Fitness.Special Programs and Opportunities:Kinesiology Klub. The McMurry Kinesiology Klub is open to all interestedstudents. It is affi liated with the Texas Association for Health, PhysicalEducation, Recreation, and Dance. Activities include programs with guestprofessionals, fi eld trips to professional meetings and workshops, andfund-raising activities. Qualifying members are inducted each spring intothe national fraternity, Phi Epsilon Kappa.Departmental Awards. Each Spring, six awards are presented tooutstanding students who are engaged in professional preparation in thisdepartment. The Hadley and McCowen Scholarships are awarded tostudents in the Athletic Training program. The Swagerty, Seidel, Stith, andFeris awards are given to juniors displaying leadership in kinesiology.Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors Programunder the Special Program section earlier in the catalog.PRE-LICENSE ATHLETIC TRAINING / SPORTS MEDI-CINE PROGRAMAdvisor: Mrs. Janet McMurrayAdmission to the Athletic Training Program is selective, based on applicationto the program (available online), academic standing, interview withthe Head Athletic Trainer, and acceptance from the Head Athletic Trainerto enter the program.This program has been approved by the Texas State Department of Healthfor pre-license preparation in athletic training. Students in this programmay choose the ESHP athletic trainer concentration, ALL PE certifi cationwith Athletic Trainer options, or declare a major outside the Departmentof Kinesiology and elect to take the course work required by the TexasDepartment of State Health Services, (www.dshs.state.tx.us) to take theirrespective test for licensure. These requirements will be in addition toother requirements of their chosen degree:PRE-LICENCE ATHLETIC TRAINING / SPORTS MEDICINE HOURSSelect 6 hrs from6KINE 1121, 1122, 2121, 2122, 3121, 3122, 4121, 4122(These above labs satisfy the 1800 clock hours of supervisedwork in the training room required by the state of Texas)KINE 22612KINE 23353KINE 33313KINE 33073KINE 33213KINE 33803KINE 41001KINE 43203KINE 43403BIOL 24014Additional training/certification neededCPR, and First Aid Certifi cationTOTAL HOURS 34Courses Taught in the Kinesiology Department:HF 1120Racquet SportsHF 1130Team SportsHF 1140AerobicsHF 1141Fitness AquaticsHF 1143Power WalkingHF 1144Introductory JoggingHF 1190Personal FitnessHF 1192Circuit TrainingHF 1193Group ExerciseHF 1200Fitness For Living Modifi edHF 1210Fitnes For LivingHF XX99 Special TopicsKINE 1121-4122KINE 2211KINE 2212KINE 2213KINE 2214KINE 2241KINE 2261KINE 2330KINE 2335KINE 3100KINE 3230KINE 3300KINE 3302KINE 3307KINE 3310KINE 3320KINE 3321KINE 3325KINE 3331KINE 3340KINE 3350KINE 3380KINE 4100KINE 4120KINE 4220KINE 4320KINE 4325KINE 4330KINE 4340KINE 4388KINE 4X95KINE 4X96*KINE XX99Apprentice Athletic Trainer LaboratoryCoaching FootballCoaching BasketballCoaching VolleyballCoaching Track and FieldMovement and Rhythmical Activities for ChildrenAssessment of Athletic InjuriesFoundations of Exercise ScienceAccident Prevention and Care of InjuriesUniversity Interscholastic League RulesAdapted Physical EducationStatistics for Measurement and Evaluation in KINEIntroduction to Motor LearningNutrition for the Health SciencesExercise PrescriptionExercise LeadershipAnatomical KinesiologyBiomechanical KinesiologyPersonal and Community HealthInstructional Stategies for Elementary School PEInstruction Strategies for Secondary School PETherapeutic Modalitied and Rehab. of Athletic InjuriesApplied Pharmacology for Athletic TrainersPedagogical AprenticeshipLaboratory Testing in Exercise SciencePhysiology of ExerciseRisk Management in Exercise ScienceOrganization and Administration of AthleticsAdvanced Techniques of Athletic TrainingInternship (Taken during last semester at McMurry)Independent StudiesHonors TutorialSpecial Topics95

Kinesiology & Health FitnessBACHELOR OF SCIENCEALL LEVEL PHYSICAL EDUCATIONA MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE ALL LEVEL PHYSICAL EDUCATIONAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362ALL LEVEL PHYSICAL EDUCATIONKINE 2241KINE 2330KINE 2335KINE 3230KINE 3302KINE 3321KINE 3340KINE 3350KINE 4120KINE 4320Select 6 hrs fromKINE 3300, 3307, 3310, 3331, 3399, 4325, 4330, 4399 ORKINE 3100 + (2 hrs from KINE 2211, 2212, 2213, 2214)Select 1 course fromH F 1200, 1210Select 1 Racquet Sport fromH F 1120-1129Select 1 Team SportH F 1130-1139Select 1 Cardio SportH F 1140-1149Select 1 HF courses fromH F electivesHOURSTOTAL 38MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION(GRADES 8-12)COURSEHOURSCI 21101The following CI courses listed in this box requireadmission to the Teacher Education Program.CI 33013CI 33023CI 43243CI 43253CI 41251CI 41981CI 46026TOTAL HOURS 21FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years ofa single foreign language were completed in high school or the studentgraduated from high school prior to 1993. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.233233331362111196

Kinesiology & Health FitnessBACHELOR OF SCIENCEALL LEVEL PHYSICAL EDUCATION WITH PRE-LICENSE ATHLETIC TRAININGA MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE ALL LEVEL PHYSICAL EDUCATIONAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362ALL LEVEL PHYSICAL EDUCATIONWithPre-License Athletic TrainingKINE 2261KINE 3331KINE 2335KINE 3307KINE 3321KINE 3380KINE 4100KINE 4320KINE 4340Select 1 hrs fromKINE 4120, 4121, 4122Select 6 hrs fromKINE 1121-4122 (6 semesters minimum)Select 8-9 hrs fromKINE 2241, 3230, 3302, 3340, 3350Select 3 hrs fromKINE 3100 + (2 hrs form KINE 2211, 2212, 2213, 2214) ORKINE 4325CPR and ARC First Aid or ECA or EMT (requirement of KINE2335)Select 1 Racquet Sport fromH F 1120-1129Select 1 Team SportH F 1130-1139Select 1 Cardio SportH F 1140-1149Select 1 HF courses fromH F electivesHOURSTOTAL 46-47MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION(GRADES 8-12)COURSEHOURSCI 21101The following CI courses listed in this box requireadmission to the Teacher Education Program.CI 33013CI 33023CI 43243CI 43253CI 41251CI 41981CI 46026TOTAL HOURS 21FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years ofa single foreign language were completed in high school or the studentgraduated from high school prior to 1993. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.233333133168-93111197

Kinesiology & Health FitnessBACHELOR OF SCIENCEEXERCISE SCIENCE AND HUMAN PERFORMANCEA MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN EXERCISE SCIENCE AND HUMAN PERFORMANCEAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362EXERCISE SCIENCE AND HUMAN PERFORMANCECORE(4 hours may also meet general education requirements)BIOL 2401KINE 2330KINE 2335KINE 3300KINE 3307KINE 3310KINE 3320KINE 3321KINE 3331KINE 4220KINE 4320KINE 4388EXERCISE SCIENCE &HUMAN PERFORMANCE COREHOURSTOTAL HOURS 36Select one Concentration from the following 30-33pageTOTAL HOURS 69FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years ofa single foreign language were completed in high school or the studentgraduated from high school prior to 1993. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.43333333323398

Kinesiology & Health FitnessBACHELOR OF SCIENCEEXERCISE SCIENCE AND HUMAN PERFORMANCE CONCENTRATIONSPRE-LICENSUREATHLETIC TRAINING CONCENTRATIONCOURSESelect 6 hrs fromKINE 1121, 1122, 2121, 2122, 3121, 3122, 4121, 4122(These above labs satisfy the 1800 clock hours of supervisedwork in the training room required by the state of Texas)KINE 3325KINE 2261KINE 3230KINE 3380KINE 4100KINE 4325KINE 4340PSYC 1340PSYC electiveHOURS6TOTAL HOURS 29322313333PRE-PROFESSIONAL CONCENTRATIONCOURSEHOURSBIOL 24024BIMS 34304CHEM 14104CHEM 14204PHYS 14104PHYS 14204PSYC 43003KINE 33803KINE 33023TOTAL HOURS 33PERSONAL AND COMMUNITYFITNESS CONCENTRATIONCOURSEACCT 2310B A 3350MGMT 3310MKTG 3370PSYC 3340PSYC 3382KINE 4325Select 1 Racquet Sport fromH F 1120 - 1129Select 1 Cardio Sport fromH F 1140 - 1149Select 1 course fromH F 1150 - 1199Select 6 hrs fromUpper level KINE electivesSelect 3 hrs fromPSYC 1340, 2360HOURS33333331TOTAL HOURS 33116399

Kinesiology & Health FitnessKINESIOLOGY DEPARTMENT MINORSMINOR EXERCISE AND SPORTS STUDIES(Not available for ESHP and ALL Level Physical Education majors)COURSEKINE 2330KINE 2335KINE 3321KINE 4320KINE 4388Select 3 hrs fromKINE Advanced Electives,to complement career objectivesSelect 1 Racquet Sport fromH F 1120-1129Select 1 Team Sport fromH F 1130-1139Select 1 Cardio Sport fromH F 1140-1149Select 1 HF courses fromH F electivesHOURS333333TOTAL HOURS 221111MINOR ADMINISTRATION OF COACHING(Not available for ESHP and ALL Level Physical Education majors)COURSEHOURSKINE 23353KINE 31001KINE 33213KINE 43203KINE 43253KINE 43303Select 2 hrs from2KINE 2211, 2212, 2213, 2214TOTAL HOURS 18100

DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICSAssociate Professor Thornburg, Department ChairAssociate Professors Flores, Martin McCounInstructor Dita, RiegerThe mission of the department of mathematics is to:1. Provide a foundation in mathematics that will prepare McMurry mathematicsmajors for a career or graduate school. We expect suchstudents to be able to:a. Communicate mathematical ideas in a written format.b. Communicate mathematical ideas in an oral format.c. Construct valid mathematical proofs.d. Solve equations of various types.e. Perform valid mathematical computations.f. Use mathematical problem solving techniques.g. Use mathematical modeling techniques.h. Demonstrate an understanding of the basic tools of math-ematics.2. Provide mathematical course offerings that help other departmentsprepare their majors. We expect such students in these courses tobe able to:a. Solve equations of various types.b. Perform valid mathematical computations.c. Use mathematical problem solving techniques.d. Demonstrate an understanding of the basic tools of math-ematics covered in the course.3. Provide courses that are appropriate for the McMurry general educationrequirements. We expect students in the math portion of thegeneral education to be able to do 3 of the following:a. Be able to solve problems using the techniques from aspecifi c discipline of mathematics.b. Be able to set up and manipulate mathematical models.(Setting up a mathematical model involves taking a situationand describing it in mathematical terms. The mathematicaldescription can then be manipulated to answerquestions about the original situation.)c. Demonstrate an understanding of abstract mathematicalsystems. (Abstract mathematical systems are systems thathave been developed as a generalization of some area ofmathematics.)d. Be able to apply and symbolically manipulate mathematicalfunctions (such as trigonometric functions).e. Demonstrate an understanding of geometric interpreta-tions of mathematical concepts. (This could be a study ofshapes or the study of the impact of shapes to understandsome underlying mathematical concept.)MathematicsCourses Taught in the Mathematics Department:MATH 1311 College AlgebraMATH 1312 TrigonometryMATH 1315 Contemporary MathematicsMATH 1320 Pre-calculusMATH 2315 Discrete MathematicsMATH 2421 Calculus IMATH 2322 Calculus IIMATH 2340 Linear AlgebraMATH 3301 Multivariable CalculusMATH 3302 Intermediate AnalysisMATH 3321 College GeometryMATH 3330 Teaching Elementary Math I EC-6MATH 3331 Teaching Elementary Math II EC-6MATH 3332 Theory of Secondary School MathematicsMATH 3341 Ordinary Differential EquationsMATH 3351 StatisticsMATH 4301 Advanced Analysis IMATH 4302 Advanced Analysis IIMATH 4321 Abstract Algebra IMATH 4322 Abstract Algebra IIMATH 4331 Numerical Analysis with Computer ApplicationsMATH 4388 InternshipMATH 4X95 Independent StudiesMATH 4X96* Honors TutorialMATH 4X97* Senior Thesis of ProjectMATH XX99 Special TopicsSpecial Programs and Opportunities:Mathematics Club. The Mathematics Club is open to all studentsinterested in mathematics. Activities might include programs of specialinterest, speakers, and fi eld trips.Kappa Mu Epsilon. This is a national honor society for students meetingthe necessary academic requirements.Departmental Awards. Each spring, awards are presented to outstandingstudents at the freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior levels. Anoutstanding junior is awarded the Jennie Tate and the Clyde A., and MaryLong Scholarship to be used during the student’s senior year.William Lowell Putnam Competition A national competition held forstudents who are recommended by the mathematics faculty. This is heldannually the fi rst Saturday of December.Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors Programunder the Special Program section earlier in the catalog.101

MathematicsBACHELOR OF SCIENCEMATHEMATICSA MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN MATHEMATICSAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN MATHEMATICS(3-7 hours may also meet general education requirements)MATHEMATICSMATH 2315MATH 2421MATH 2322MATH 2340MATH 3302Select 3 hrs fromMATH 3301, 3341Select 9 hrs fromMATH 4301, 4302, 4321, 4322Select 9 hrs fromMATH 3301, 3321, 3341, 3351, 4302, 4322, 4331, 4x95*,4x99*Maximum of 3 hours from special topicsHOURS343333SUBTOTAL HOURS 37Supporting CoursesCSC 1325 3TOTAL HOURS 40FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years ofa single foreign language were completed in high school or the studentgraduated from high school prior to 1993. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.99102

BACHELOR OF SCIENCEMATHEMATICS GRADES 4-8MathematicsA MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN MATHEMATICS GRADES 4-8All degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MATHEMATICSGRADES 4-8(3-7 hours may also meet general education requirements)MATH 1320MATH 2315MATH 2421MATH 2322MATH 3330MATH 3321MATH 3332MATH 3351Select 3 hrs fromMATH 2340, 3302Select 6 hrs fromAdvanced MATH coursesCOURSEHOURS334333333TOTAL HOURS 34MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION(GRADES 4-8)COURSEHOURSCI 21101The following CI courses listed in this box requireadmission to the Teacher Education Program.CI 33013CI 33023CI 43223CI 43233CI 41231CI 41981CI 46036TOTAL HOURS 21FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years ofa single foreign language were completed in high school or the studentgraduated from high school prior to 1993. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.6103

MathematicsBACHELOR OF SCIENCEMATHEMATICS GRADES 8-12A MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN MATHEMATICS GRADES 8-12All degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MATHEMATICSGRADES 8-12(3-11 hours may also meet general education requirements)COURSEMATH 1320MATH 2315MATH 2421MATH 2322MATH 2340MATH 3302MATH 3321MATH 3332MATH 3351Select 3 hrs fromMATH 4301, 4321Select 6 hrs fromMATH 3301, 3341, 4301, 4302, 4321,4322, 4331Select 3 hrs fromAdvanced MATH coursesHOURS3343333333SUBTOTAL HOURS 40SUPPORTING COURSESC SC 1325PHYS 1410TOTAL HOURS 47MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION(GRADES 8-12)COURSEHOURSCI 21101The following CI courses listed in this box requireadmission to the Teacher Education Program.CI 33013CI 33023CI 43243CI 43253CI 41251CI 41981CI 46026TOTAL HOURS 21FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years ofa single foreign language were completed in high school or the studentgraduated from high school prior to 1993. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.6334104

MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT MINORSMathematicsMINOR IN MATHEMATICS(Not available for Math majors)COURSEMATH 2421MATH 2322MATH 2340Select 3 hrs fromMATH 3301, 3341Select 6 hrs fromMath electives(a minimum of 3 hrs must be advanced)HOURS4333TOTAL HOURS 196105

MusicDEPARTMENT OF MUSICAssociate Professor Wilson, Dean of Arts and LettersAssociate Professor Wilcox, Division ChairAssociate Professor WallisMission and Goals:The mission of McMurry University’s Music Department is to promotestudent achievement through programs in the fi elds of education, performance.Degree programs provide a comprehensive education in music.The Department offers opportunities for students from all disciplines toparticipate in its programs, and serves as a center for community participationin the arts.Musical study takes place in an open and supportive atmosphere, enablingstudents to explore music as an art form, and serving as preparationfor professional development in musical employment.The general academic requirements for admission to the Music Departmentdegree program are the same as those required for admission tothe other degree courses of McMurry University. Additional requirementsestablished by the Department of Music are listed below.Special Programs and Opportunities:The Music Department provides a number of performance opportunitiesfor all students attending McMurry University. As a general rule, membershipin any performing ensemble is gained through audition with the particularinstructor directing the ensemble. Further details regarding creditand requirements can be found herein under Applied Music.Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) and Texas MusicEducators Conference (TMEC) Collegiate Student Chapter. Theseorganizations are directly associated with MENC (Music Educators NationalConference). The organization offers music students opportunities toenhance their understanding of all aspects of music education—general,choral and instrumental.Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors Programunder the Special Program section earlier in the catalog.Requirements for Degrees in MUSIC (BA, BMED):McMurry University offers the Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music and theBachelor of Music Education degree. In addition to completing the courseworkdescribed under “Courses of Study” and under “Degree Outlines,”candidates seeking degrees in Music must meet certain performance,grade, and attendance requirements. Please refer to the Music DepartmentStudent Handbook for further detail on requirements.1. Entry Audition. Each potential Music major must audition and beapproved by 3 members of the Music Faculty before registering formusic coursework. Approval of the Music Department Faculty isrequired to declare a Music Major.2. Transfer Students. Students who transfer from other institutionsmust have their previous coursework credits evaluated by the MusicDepartment and must audition in order that their placement in theMusic program can be determined.3. Ensemble. All Music majors and minors must be enrolled in a majorensemble each semester they are registered in coursework leadingto a major or minor in music (except during the semester of studentteaching)4. Applied Lessons. All Music majors must be enrolled in their specifi capplied instrument each semester until completion of their recitalrequirement.5. Juries and Sophomore Profi ciency Exam. All Music majors arerequired to pass a jury at the end of each semester as part of theApplied Music requirement in their principal instrument or voice. Thejury will be comprised of members of the music faculty. The juryat the end of the sophomore year or fourth semester constitutes asophomore profi ciency exam, and students must successfullypass this jury before taking senior-level applied music lessons. Specific skills and profi ciencies necessary to pass the sophomoreprofi ciency exam are determined by the music faculty according tothe area. (Refer to the music department student handbook fordetails.)6. Music Hours. Music hours are the recital experience (“lab”) for allApplied Music study. Music students under the direction of theirinstructors should plan to perform at Music Hours. Music Hour attendanceis also mandatory for Music majors and is monitored throughMUS 1000: Recital Attendance.7. Piano Profi ciency. All Music majors must complete and passa minimum of two semesters of piano study. Additionally, Musicmajors are required to demonstrate a piano profi ciency administeredincrementally at the end of each semester of piano study. The pianoprofi ciency requirements determined by the Music Faculty are foundin the Department of Music Student Handbook. Private piano lessonsmay be substituted for any or all of the class piano requirementsat the discretion of the piano faculty. Music majors are required totake piano each semester until their profi ciency is satisfied. Passageof the piano profi ciency is a prerequisite for registration for a recital.8. Recital. Students are required by their degree plans to performa recital in their senior year. Prior to enrolling for recital credit, thestudent must pass the sophomore and piano profi ciencies. Studentswill be required to perform a minimum of 30 minutes of music at thediscretion of their applied instructor. In addition to a degree recital,students can choose to perform a non-degree recital during theirjunior year of study with the approval of their applied instructor. Inorder to be eligible for any public recital, students must pass a recitalhearing which will be performed privately for a faculty jury at least twoweeks prior to the recital date. (Procedures related to recital schedulingcan be found in the Music Department Student Handbook).This is the capstone course for the BA in Music.9. Grade Point Requirements. Any Music major must maintain atleast a 2.0 average grade point in all Music coursework during thefi rst sixty (60) hours of study at McMurry University. At the discretionof the Music faculty, Music majors who fail to achieve a 2.0 averagegrade point for any two consecutive semesters of Applied Musicstudy in their principal instrument or voice will be advised to pursueanother major or another concentration.10. Attendance. All music majors are required to accumulate a certainnumber of points each semester by attending recital and concerts onand off campus. Students are expected to attend as many McMurryrecitals, concerts, and music hour performances as possible. Attendanceis monitored through enrollment in MUS 1000. A list of requiredevents will be published at the beginning of each semester.APPLIED MUSIC (MUA)There are two types of activities involved in the area of Applied Music:music lessons and music ensembles.A VoiceB PianoC OrganD FluteE OboeF ClarinetG SaxophoneH BassoonJ TrumpetK HornL TromboneM BaritoneN TubaP PercussionS StringsX Special LessonsPrerequisite for Applied Music lessons in organ include a demonstrablekeyboard profi ciency (to the level of performance of a Bach two-part inventionor easier classical sonatina) and permission of instructor.One hour credit music lessons involve a single half-hour lesson per week.Two-hour credit Applied Music lessons involve either a single hour lessonper week or two half-hour lessons per week. Class piano is designed forbeginning piano students including both Music majors and non-majors.It is designed to satisfy the Music Department piano profi ciency requirementsfor Music majors. Class piano, offered in a four semester sequence,is numbered as follows: 1113, 1114, 1115, 1116. All class pianostudents must enroll for the courses in sequence. Advanced placementwill be determined by the piano faculty of the Music Department.Each music ensemble is assigned an individual course number, and studentsreceive one hour of credit per semester for any ensemble regardlessof the amount of actual rehearsal and performance time required.106

MusicMembership in music ensembles is open to anyone, but students mustreceive permission of instructor before enrolling for credit.0111 Marching Band 0112 Wind Ensemble0113 Symphonic Band 0120 Chanters0122 McM Sounds 0135 Percussion Ensemble0140 Woodwind Ensemble 0145 Brass Ensemble0150 Jazz Ensemble 0155 Opera WorkshopCourses Taught in the Music Department:MLH 2301 Music AppreciationMLH 2380 Introduction to Music HistoryMLH 3375 Western Music 1450-1800MLH 3380 Western Music 1800-PresentMLH 4X95 Independent StudiesMLH XX99 Special TopicsMTH 1130MTH 1140MTH 1330MTH 1340MTH 3130MTH 3140MTH 3330MTH 3340MTH 4210MTH 4250MTH 4X95MUA 0111MUA 0112MUA 0113MUA 0120MUA 0122MUA 0135MUA 0145MUA 0150MUA 0155MUA 1113MUA 1114MUA 1115MUA 1116MUED 1305MUED 3113MUED 3114MUED 3115MUED 3116MUED 3117MUED 3118MUED 3119MUED 3220MUED 3221MUED 3222MUED 3230MUED 3235MUED 3250MUED 3291MUED 3292MUED 4200MUED 4210MUED 4X95MUED XX99MUS 1000MUS 2000MUS 2001MUS 4000Aural Skills IAural Skills IITheory ITheory IIAural Skills IIIAural Skills IVTheory IIITheory IVForms and StylesOrchestration and ArrangingIndependent StudiesMarching BandWind EnsembleSymphonic BandChantersMcM SoundsPercussion EnsembleBrass EnsembleJazz EnsembleOpera WorkshopClass Piano IClass Piano IIClass Piano IIIClass Piano IVIntroduction to Music Educationstring Techniques and MethodsFlute and Saxophone MethodsClarinet and Double Reed MethodsHigh Brass MethodsLow Brass MethodsPercussion Techniques and Methods IPercussion Techniques and Methods IIFundamentals of ConductingAdvanced Instrumental ConductingAdvanced Choral ConductingSurvey of Elementary MaterialsVocal PedagogyMarching and Jazz MethodsSinger’s Diction ISinger’s Diction IIMusic Teaching Practicum IMusic Teaching Practicum IIIndependent StudiesSpecial TopicsRecital AttendanceApplied Profi ciencyKeyboard Profi ciencySenior Recital107

MusicBACHELOR OF ARTSMUSICA MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREEAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN MUSICMUSICMTH 1330 - MTH 1130MTH 1340 - MTH 1140MTH 3330 - MTH 3130MTH 3340 - MTH 3140MLH 2380MLH 3375MLH 3380MUA 1113MUA 1114MUA 1115MUA 1116MUS 1000—Recital Attendance(Enroll for 8 Semesters)HOURS444433311110MUS 2000 Applied Profi ciency 0MUS 2001 Keyboard Profi ciency 0Ensembles (Enroll for 8 semesters)8It may be necessary, as determined by the Music department, for BA majorsto take 8-16 hours of ensembles.Principal Instrument (Enroll for 8 Semesters)(Must include 4 advanced semesters)It may be necessary, as determined by the Music department, for BA majorsto take 8-16 hours of applied principal instrument.MUS 4000 Senior recital 0TOTAL HOURS 45FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the collegeLevel, or demonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or aforeign language profi ciency exam. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.8108

BACHELOR OF MUSIC EDUCATIONINSTRUMENTAL EMPHASISMusicThis Degree is considered a 4½ - 5 year degree programA MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF MUSIC EDUCATION DEGREEAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362INSTRUMENTAL EMPHASISMUSIC EDUCATIONMTH 1330 - MTH 1130MTH 1340 - MTH 1140MTH 3330 - MTH 3130MTH 3340 - MTH 3140MTH 4210MTH 4250MLH 2380MLH 3375MLH 3380MUED 1305MUED 3113MUED 3220MUED 3221MUED 3230MUED 3235MUED 3250MUED 4200MUED 4210Select 5 hours (exclude class with major instrument)MUED 3114, MUED 3115, MUED 3116, MUED 3117MUED 3118, MUED 3119HOURS4444223333122222225MUA 1113, 1114, 1115, 1116 4MUS 1000—Recital Attendance (Enroll for 7 Semesters) 0MUS 2000 Applied Profi ciency 0MUS 2001 Keyboard Profi ciency 0Ensembles (Enroll for 7 semesters)7It may be necessary, as determined by the Music department, for BME majorsto take 7-14 hours of ensembles.Principal Instrument(Enroll for 7 Semesters, 3 semesters must be advanced)It may be necessary, as determined by the Music department, for BME majorsto take 7-14 hours of applied principal instrument.MUS 4000 Senior recital 0TOTAL HOURS 70MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTIONCOURSEHOURSCI 21101The following CI courses listed in this box requireadmission to the Teacher Education Program.CI 33013CI 33023CI 43243CI 43253CI 41251CI 41981CI 46026TOTAL HOURS 21FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years ofa single foreign language were completed in high school or the studentgraduated from high school prior to 1993. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.7109

MusicBACHELOR OF MUSIC EDUCATIONCHORAL EMPHASISThis Degree is considered a 4½ - 5 year degree programA MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF MUSIC EDUCATION DEGREEAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362CHORAL EMPHASISMUSIC EDUCATIONMTH 1330 - MTH 1130MTH 1340 - MTH 1140MTH 3330 - MTH 3130MTH 3340 - MTH 3140MTH 4210MTH 4250MLH 2380MLH 3375MLH 3380MUED 1305MUED 3113MUED 3220MUED 3222MUED 3230MUED 3235MUED 3291MUED 3292MUED 4200MUED 4210Select 1 course from each group (3 hrs)(MUED 3114, MUED 3115) (MUED 3116, MUED 3117)(MUED 3118, MUED 3119)Select 2 hrs from (not previously selected above)(MUED 3114,3115,3116,3117,3118,3119HOURS44442233331222222223MUA 1113, 1114, 1115, 1116 4MUS 1000—Recital Attendance (Enroll for 7 Semesters) 0MUS 2000 Applied Profi ciency 0MUS 2001 Keyboard Profi ciency 0Ensembles (Enroll for 7 semesters) 7Voice (Enroll for 7 Semesters, 3 semesters must be advanced) 7It may be necessary, as determined by the Music department, for BME majorsto take 7-14 hours of applied vocal.MUS 4000 Senior recital 0TOTAL HOURS 72MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTIONCOURSEHOURSCI 21101The following CI courses listed in this box requireadmission to the Teacher Education Program.CI 33013CI 33023CI 43243CI 43253CI 41251CI 41981CI 46026TOTAL HOURS 21FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years ofa single foreign language were completed in high school or the studentgraduated from high school prior to 1993. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.2110

MUSIC DEPARTMENT MINORSMusicMINOR IN MUSIC(not available for Music majors)COURSEMTH 1330 - MTH 1130MTH 1340 - MTH 1140MLH 2380Select 6 hrs fromAdvanced electivesPrincipal Instrument4 semestersEnsemble2 SemestersMUS 1000 - Recital Attendance(minimum of 4 semesters)HOURS4436TOTAL HOURS 23420111

NursingPATTY HANKS SHELTON SCHOOLOF NURSINGAssociate Professor Ouimette, Dean Of School of NursingMcM Box 686Abilene, TX 79697Offi ces are located at:Patty Hanks Shelton School of Nursing2149 Hickory StreetAbilene, TX 79601Phone: (325) 671-2399Fax: (325) 671-2386McMurry University is a part of a three-member consortium which providescollegiate nursing education in Texas. Through the Patty Hanks SheltonSchool of Nursing (PHSSN), McMurry offers the Bachelor of Science inNursing degree.FacultyProfessors: TooneAssociate Professors: Ouimette, Tyler, ViolaAssistant Professors: Cooper, Miller, Murphy, Stafford, Tucker,Van CleaveInstructors: Asbury, Castel, Cheek, Hayes, King, Naldoza, SmolaMission StatementThe mission of the Patty Hanks Shelton School of Nursing is to educatebaccalaureate and advanced practice nurses for lives of Christian serviceand leadership to meet the ever changing health care needs of a globalsociety.Purpose/IntroductionBaccalaureate education in nursing prepares the graduate to function as aregistered nurse who can effectively participate as a change agent in thedelivery of a broad spectrum of health services required by society todayand in the future. It also provides the foundation required for graduate education.The School of Nursing exists for the purpose of preparing entry-levelpractitioners of nursing whose personal, social, and nursing potentialshave been developed to provide a foundation for continued learning andgrowth. The theoretical courses and clinical experiences are designed toassist students to develop understanding and conceptual integration of thenursing role in today’s complex health care environment.The Faculty of the School of Nursing exists for the purpose of contributingto excellence in nursing, the body of knowledge needed for nursingpractice, teaching, research and public services. Additionally, the facultyprovides for the nursing student an environment in which classroom theorymay be applied and evaluated under close supervision. The aim of theBSN Faculty of the School of Nursing is to prepare students who satisfactorilycomplete all undergraduate requirements in the School of Nursingand who will graduate with the Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing(BSN). Upon graduation, the graduate is eligible to write the NCLEX-RN(National Council of Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses) thatleads to licensure as a Registered Nurse (R.N.).Program Outcomes: Upon completion of this program the graduatewill be prepared to:1. Use the nursing process as a guide to competently deliver holistic(physical, psychosocial, and spiritual), ethno-culturally sensitive, ethicaland evidence-based nursing care to clients across the life span ina variety of settings.2. Demonstrate integrity, responsibility and accountability to clients,other health care workers and the profession of nursing in political,legal and ethical issues.3. Communicate effectively with clients and other members of thehealth care team.4.5.6.Demonstrate leadership and management skills in the delivery ofhealth care services and the practice of professional nursing.Use research fi ndings and community resources in interacting withclients to promote wellness and facilitate restoration of health or adignifi ed death.Accept accountability for practice behaviors, action and responsibilityfor life long personal and professional development.AccreditationThe School of Nursing programs are accredited by the Texas Board ofNursing and the graduate is eligible to sit for the National Council StateBoards of Nursing Exams for licensure as a Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN), pending eligibility. The baccalaureate program is accredited by theCommission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The School ofNursing is a member of the Southern Regional Education Board, theSouthern Council on Collegiate Education in Nursing; and the AmericanAssociation of Colleges of Nursing.High School PreparationHigh school students wishing to major in nursing are advised that theirpreparation for nursing study will be strengthened by inclusion of highschool credits of one unit each in chemistry, physics, and biology; threefourunits in mathematics; two units each in social and behavioral sciences;and four units in English.Lower-Division RequirementsAll freshman students accepted for admission in the consortium institutions,and stating a preference for nursing as a major, will be placed inlower-division core courses. Acceptance into the lower-division courses,however, does not guarantee that students will be selected for enrollmentin Patty Hanks Shelton School of Nursing (PHSSN). Students having anACT composite score of 18 or less should seek career counseling.PHSSN Admission RequirementsStudents must meet all parent university degree requirements. A separateadmission process is required for students to be admitted to the School ofNursing. Admission is competitive, and the size of the classes is determinedby the availability of space and clinical facilities.1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.The School of Nursing will review all applications with a minimumcumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 in the lower-divisionnursing curriculum based on a 4.0 scale. Nursing core courses completedwith a letter grade less than C, or 2.00 on a 4.00 scale, will notbe accepted toward the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Theselection process of the School of Nursing is highly competitive.Students are also required to take a Nursing Entrance Exam.Students are required to submit two recommendation forms fromfaculty who have taught the student a nursing core prerequisite.Students must have all nursing core prerequisites completed beforeentering the School of Nursing.Students must complete BIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology I, BIOL2402 Anatomy and Physiology II, and NURS 3410 Pathophysiologywith a grade of at least ‘B’ before beginning upper division courses atPHSSN.Students must apply for admission to the School of Nursing. Thedeadline for submitting application for admission in the fall semesteris the fi rst week of February of the same year. Applicants arerequired to have personal contact with the School of Nursing Directorof Learning and Student Development by January 1.Once accepted, students must submit evidence of physical examinationand of physical health, which is consistent with meeting theobjectives of the program. Tetanus, diphtheria, and hepatitis B immunizationsare required. If not administered, a health care provider’sstatement is required. Rubella screening is required and immunizationsrequired if screening titer indicates lack of immunity. Evidenceof negative tuberculosis must be presented prior to beginning nursingcoursework. Health reports and test results will be available to healthagencies used for student learning experience upon request by anauthorized representative of the agency.All students are required to have a urine drug screen completed at adesignated lab prior to clinical participation.All students must submit to a criminal background check through adesignated agency.112

10. Students who have any physical or learning disability (i.e. ADD,ADHD) must provide offi cial written medical documentation of the disabilityand information in regard to his/her ability to meet the requirementsof the program. Parent institution guidelines must be followed.11. Throughout the program, students must maintain a level of mentaland physical health consistent with meeting the objectives of thecurriculum. If a mental and/or physical health problem occurs duringthe student’s educational program in nursing, the nursing facultymembers responsible for clinical practice will assess the student’sability to continue in the program and will make recommendations foraction to the Dean.12. Students accepted into the PHSSN are responsible for providing theirown transportation to class and all clinical facilities.13. Students accepted into PHSSN must annually provide proof of medicalhealth insurance. If not on parent’s insurance, the student musthave a private policy.14. Students must achieve a grade of C (grade of 75 on a 100 scale) orbetter in each upper-division nursing course attempted and in addtionachieve an average of C (grade of 75 on a 100 scale) or betteron examinations within each upper-division nursing course in order tocontinue in the School of Nursing.15. Applicants seeking admission by transfer must meet all publishedstandards.16. If the student’s performance is unsatisfactory in the clinical setting,the faculty may recommend immediate dismissal to the Dean.17. The student must annually provide proof of current CPR certifi cation.The student will not be allowed in the classroom or clinical areawithout this certifi cation. American Heart Association CPR for HealthCare Provider or American Red Cross CPR for the ProfessionalRescuer is required. (National Safety Council, Heart Saver, & HeartSaver Plus are not acceptable).18. Professional liability insurance is required of each student. This insuranceis included in the student’s tuition and fees.19. All PHSSN entering students are required to purchase physical assessmentequipment that is supplied through the PHSSN. The cost ofthe equipment will be charged as a fee for the Health Assessmentcourse.20. BSN nursing students are required to take diagnostic program examinationseach semester. The cost of the examinations will be announced,and the cost will be charged to student’s parent universityaccount.21. In order for a student to meet program requirements for the completionof the BSN curriculum, the student must demonstrate minimalcompetency in nursing theory and practice. This competency isdemonstrated through successful scoring on the identifi ed exit exam.Successful scoring on this examination is a portion of the courserequirements for the course NURS 4453.22. Students seeking the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) maytake a minor outside the School of Nursing. This minor is NOT requiredas a part of the BSN degree, and credit hours beyond theminimum hours required may be needed to complete the minor.Degree Requirements-Lower-Division CoursesSUGGESTED COURSE SEQUENCENOTE: THE COURSE SEQUENCE BELOW IS SUGGESTED FOR AFOUR YEAR PROGRESSION THROUGH THE PROGRAM. HOWEVER,WE ENCOURAGE STUDENTS TO CONTACT OUR DIRECTOR OFLEARNING AND STUDENT DEVELOPMENT TO INQUIRE ABOUT OUR5-6 YEAR PROGRESSION SCHEDULE FOR PART-TIME OR TRANS-FER STUDENTS.FRESHMAN YEARFall SemesterCredit HoursChem 1405* Fund. Of Biological Chem. I 4Comm 1310 Principles of Communication 3Math 1311* Algebra 3Eng 1310 Composition & Rhetoric 3Acad 1200 Freshman Seminar 2H F 1210 Fitness for Living 2Total Credit Hours 17Spring SemesterChem 1406* Fund. Of Biological Chem. II 4Fine Arts 3 hour Fine Arts Requirement 3Eng 1320 Composition & Literature 3Biol 3403* Foundations of Microbiology 4SOC 2300* Introduction to Sociology 3Total Credit Hours 17SOPHOMORE YEARFall SemesterBiol 2401** Anatomy and Physiology I 4Psyc 1340* Introduction to Psychology 3Math 3351 Statistics 3Rel Religion 1330, 2330, or 2340 3Critical Reasoning 3 hour Critical Reasoning Requirement 3Total Credit Hours 16Spring SemesterBiol 2402** Anatomy & Physiology II 4Psyc 2360* Developmental Psychology 3Nurs 3410*** Pathophysiology 4L.E.V. 3 hours L.E.V. Requirement 3Total Credit Hours 14SPRING OR SUMMERNurs 2301* Intro to Nursing Skills 3Nurs 3324* Dimensions of Nursing (online) 3Total Credit Hours 6*NURSING CORE COURSES REQUIRING A GRADE OF “C-”OR BETTER**NURSING CORE COURSES REQUIRING A GRADE OF “B-”OR BETTER***NURSING CORE COURSES REQUIRING A GRADE OF “B”OR BETTERBaccalaureate Degree CoursesAdmission to the School of Nursing is a prerequisite to all Nursing courses(or approval by the School of Nursing Dean) ACCEPTANCE INTOTHE LOWER-DIVISION COURSES DOES NOT GUARANTEETHAT STUDENTS WILL BE SELECTED FOR ENROLLMENTINTO THE SCHOOL OF NURSING.Note: Curriculum is currently under revision.JUNIOR YEAR (NURS)Fall SemesterCredit Hours3421 Health Assessment 43622 Nursing Process I 63323 Pharmacology 3Total Credit Hours 13JUNIOR YEARSpring Semester3836 Nursing Process II 83335 Mental Health Nursing 3437X 3 hours elective 3Total Credit Hours 14SENIOR YEARFall Semester4846 Nursing Process III 84343 Nursing Theories and Research 34335 Community Nursing 3Total Credit Hours 14SENIOR YEARSpring Semester4651 Nursing Process IV 64352 Leadership and Management 34453 Professional Nursing Practicum 4Total Credit Hours 13113Nursing

NursingARTICULATION PROGRAM FORREGISTERED NURSESADMISSION REQUIREMENTSBefore being admitted to the nursing program, a student must be admittedto McMurry and satisfy their admission requirements. In addition, aseparate admission process is required for students to be admitted to theSchool of Nursing. ACCEPTANCE INTO THE LOWER-DIVISIONCOURSES DOES NOT GUARANTEE THAT STUDENTS WILLBE SELECTED FOR ENROLLMENT INTO THE SCHOOL OFNURSING.The selection process for admission to the School of Nursing is highlycompetitive. The selection process is based on your cumulative GPA if allschools attended. The available seats will be given to those scoring thehighest on these criteria. The School of Nursing will review all applicantswith a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.50. Applicantsseeking admission by transfer must meet all the standards required bythe university. Nursing core courses completed with a letter grade of lessthan C will not be accepted toward the RN Articulation BaccalaureatePrograms.APPLICATION PROCESS:To make application the student must be admitted and havecompleted 45 semester hours of nursing prerequisites. Anyremaining prerequisites must be completed prior to the startof the Fall semester of the senior year.Applicants must make personal contact with the PHSSN Director of learningand Student Development prior to January 1st. The deadline forsubmitting applications is the first week of April. Included with theapplication must be offi cial transcript(s) of all colleges attended, includinga McMurry transcript. It is the student’s responsibility to secure thedocumentation of any CLEP or Departmental Examination credit on theirtranscript prior to the application deadline date. Applicants will be notifi edof their acceptance or non-acceptance in June.Students accepted to the RN-BSN Articulation program arerequired to have:1. Been accepted to McMurry and all entrance requirements applicableto the traditional BSN student apply to the registered nurse student.2. A current unencumbered Texas RN License and in good standingwith the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners.3. Current CPR certifi cation; American Heart Association CPR forHealth Care Provider required.4. A current physical examination (form provided by PHSSN with application).5. Proof of successful completion of a a Physical Assessment Courseapproved by the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners.6. Students must also achieve a total percentile score of 75 or greateron the HESI RN-Specialty Health Assessment exam.7. Demonstrate competence through head to toe physical exam observedby faculty.8. Successfully passed the HESI RN-Specialty RN-BSN exam administeredby the School of Nursing. Successful completion of examinationwill earn 29 hours of upper-division nursing credit. The examinationmust be taken prior to the fall semester in which the registerednurse will enter the School of Nursing. It is highly recommended thatstudents take the Mobility exam before starting any of their work forthe Baccalaureate degree.9. Associate of Science Degree in Nursing or Diploma from an accreditedprogram.10. 25% of remaining courses needed for degree at McMurry.RN ARTICULATION COURSES SENIOR YEARNOTE: Students attending McMurry must fulfill the generaleducation requirements set forth for the traditional BSNstudent.SPRINGCredit HoursNURS 3410 Pathophysiology (offered Spring or Summer) 4NURS 3323 Pharmacology 3NURS 3421 Health Assessment 4NURS 3335 Mental Health Nursing 3Total Credit Hours 14**Students may either receive transfer credit, challenge the course, orenroll in course to receive credit for the course.FALLNURS 4661 Evidence Based Practice I 6NURS 4360 Professional Nursing 3NURS 4343 Nursing Theories and Research 3Total Credit Hours 12SPRINGNURS 4662 Evidence Based Practice II 6NURS 4352 Leadership and Management 3NURS 4335 Community Nursing 3Total Credit Hours 12Courses Taught at the School of Nursing:NURS 2301 Introduction to Nursing SkillsNURS 3323 PharmacologyNURS 3324 Dimensions of NursingNURS 3335 Mental Health NursingNURS 3410 PathophysiologyNURS 3421 Health AssessmentNURS 3622 Nursing Process INURS 3836 Nursing Process IINURS 4335 Community and Public Health NursingNURS 4343 Nursing Theories and ResearchNURS 4352 Leadership and ManagementNURS 4360 Professional NursingNURS 4370 Lab and Diagnostics Lab and Diagnostics StudiesNURS 4371 Health Care MissionsNURS 4372 Perioperative NursingNURS 4373 Care of the Terminally IllNURS 4453 Professional Nursing PracticumNURS 4651 Nursing Process IVNURS 4661 Evidence Based Practice INURS 4662 Evidence Based Practice IINURS 4846 Nursing Process III114

NursingBACHELOR OF SCIENCENURSINGA MINOR IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN NURSINGAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)MATH 1311 *WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)PSYC 1340*PSYC 2360*SOC 2300*HOURSSelect 2 hrs from2H F 1210H F 1200 (students age 30 and above, or medical exemption)NATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs)4BIOL 2401**TOTAL HOURS* 3933333333333NURS 2301*NURS 3324*MAJOR IN NURSINGA grade of C- or better required in all courses listed below(3 hours may also meet general education requirements)NURSING COURSESNURS 3410***(Course must be taken in the Spring or Summer term justprior to starting Nursing School)NURS 3421NURS 3622NURS 3323Junior Year Fall SemesterJunior Year Spring SemesterNURS 3836NURS 3335NURS Upper Level ElectiveNURS 4846NURS 4343NURS 4335NURS 4651NURS 4352NURS 4453Senior Year Fall SemesterSenior Year Spring SemesterHOURS33SUBTOTAL HOURS 64SUPPORTING COURSESCOURSEHOURSMATH 3351*3BIOL 2402**4CHEM 1405*4CHEM 1406*4BIOL 3403*4TOTAL HOURS 83FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years ofa single foreign language were completed in high school or the studentgraduated from high school prior to 1993. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.4463833833634* Course to be completed with a grade of C- or better prior tostarting Nursing School*** Course to be completed with a grade of B or better prior tostarting Nursing School** Course to be completed with a grade of B- or better prior tostarting Nursing School115

PhysicsDEPARTMENT OF PHYSICSAssociate Professor Bykov, Department ChairAssociate Professor KeithAssistant Professor RenfroMission and Goals:The mission of the McMurry University Department of Physics is:1. to provide non-science majors with an introduction to the concepts,problem-solving techniques, and critical-thinking skills of physics;2. to provide non-physics science majors with a survey of physics and adiscovery-based laboratory experience that emphasizes data analysisand scientifi c communication;3. to provide physics majors with a broad-based curriculum that emphasizesthe fundamentals through a combination of classroom instruction,laboratory work, and research experiences;4. to enhance the education of physics majors and other interestedstudents through such extra-curricular activities as the Society ofPhysics Students by providing the opportunity to form natural learningcommunities; and5. to work in collaboration with each other to maintain an appropriatelevel of activity in our technical disciplines, in our academic communities,and in the local community.The Physics Faculty believe that enacting this mission will lead to thegoals of the department, which are:1. to enable non-science majors to understand the proper roles of science,technology, and mathematics within our society;2. to enhance non-physics science majors’ understanding of sciencethrough the application of the scientifi c process into disciplines thatoverlap their interests, but view the material from a different perspective,thereby providing a richer understanding of the interconnectednessof their discipline to other fi elds;3. to prepare physics graduates for a wide range of career opportunitiesincluding not only graduate study in physics, engineering, pre-med,or other sciences; but also, science teaching and careers in industryand science-related business;4. to develop students who are within our infl uence as whole people,well-rounded beyond simply the classroom experience, who havecollaborated on group projects and socialized in technical and in colloquialenvironments so that they can more easily grow into contributing,respected, and infl uential members of their future communities;and5. to live as examples, especially for our students, of individuals in acommunity that values the habits of life-long learners, of scholarsdeveloping their fi eld of knowledge, and of professionals.To attain these goals, we enact this mission to provide scholarly andprofessional opportunities to our students and colleagues on a daily basis.We believe that when students accept the responsibility to make use ofthe opportunities provided they will have developed the knowledge andskills that enable them to be successful in their academic and professionalendeavors.Graduate Study in EngineeringStudents with an interest in engineering should consider the possibilityof completing an undergraduate physics degree at McMurry Universityfollowed by application to a graduate program in engineering. The physicsdepartment has had recent graduates be accepted into graduate engineeringprograms at Texas Tech and construction management at Texas A&M.McMurry University offers a few courses that can count toward the physicsmajor which also provide an introduction to engineering.Graduate Admission Agreement to Texas Tech UniversityTexas Tech University has agreed to guarantee physics students atMcMurry University graduate admission into its M.S. degree program inphysics. The degree options available to the qualifying student include thetraditional M.S. in Physics, M.S. in Applied Physics, and M.S. in AppliedPhysics with Internship. The necessary criteria for guaranteed admissionto these options are as follows:Student must receive a B.S. in Physics from McMurry University.Course work must include the following with a letter grade of at least B:Electricity and Magnetism (1 semester minimum) - Physics 4310Quantum Mechanics (1 semester minimum) - Physics 4330For students applying to the M.S. in Applied Physics with Internship inthe semiconductor industry, students are required to take the followingcourses, earning a letter grade of at least a B:Solid State Physics - Physics 4385Electronics - Physics 3350Students must have a minimum overall GPA of 3.00, a minimum GPA inupper division physics courses of 3.25, and must meet all other requirementsof the Texas Tech Graduate School.Society of Physics Students: The McMurry Chapter of the Society ofPhysics Students is a charter chapter of the Society which was foundedon April 22, 1968. The purpose of the Society is to promote educationalactivities for all students interested in physics and to encourage and assiststudents to develop the knowledge, competence, enthusiasm, and socialresponsibility that are essential to the advancement of physics. Membershipis open to all students interested in physics.Sigma Pi Sigma: The McMurry chapter of Sigma Pi Sigma, the physicshonor society, was chartered in 1962. The objective of the society is torecognize the attainment of high scholarship and potential achievementin physics. Membership is open to juniors and seniors who have attainedhigh scholarship in physics and other subjects and who give evidence ofprofessional merit, profi ciency, or distinction. The society is a memberof the Association of College Honor Societies and is an affi liated societyof the American Association for the Advancement of Science. Sigma PiSigma is an integral part of the Society of Physics Students operatingwithin the Education Division of the American Institute of Physics.Departmental Awards: Each spring, awards are presented to outstandingstudents at the freshman and sophomore level. An outstandingjunior is awarded the John and Ruth Cole Scholarship and an outstandingsenior is awarded the Piper-Bottom Award for Excellence in Physics.Special Programs and Opportunities:Dual Physics-Engineering Degree Program. McMurry University hasjoined with Texas A&M University in offering a program to allow interestedstudents to simultaneously pursue two bachelor’s degrees: one in Physicsfrom McMurry and one in Engineering from Texas A&M. The studentwill complete three years of course work at McMurry and then transfer toTexas A&M where they will continue their education for at least anothertwo years in the Engineering fi eld of their choice. The courses taken atMcMurry will satisfy the general education and pre-requisite courses forTexas A&M and the Engineering courses taken at Texas A&M will countas advanced Physics courses for the McMurry University degree. Uponthe successful completion of their Texas A&M coursework, the student willreceive their BS degrees. The requirements for the McMurry Universitydegree are as follows: Completion of at least 90 hours which will include:All General Education Requirements for the BS degree. The remainder ofthe required hours will be taken from McMurry Science and Math curriculum.Please consult the pre-engineering advisor for appropriate choice ofcourses.116Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors Programunder the Special Program section earlier in the catalog.Requirements for a Degree in Physics and a Minor in Physicsfollows the course descriptions.Degree in PhysicsSatisfactory completion of all requirements for the BS degreein Physics will also result in the awarding of a minor in Mathematics.Students wishing to double major in mathematics and physicsneed fi ve math classes beyond those required by the physics major, andshould begin by taking discrete math in their freshman or sophomore year.Be sure do discuss this with your advisor. Students with an interest inengineering should tell their advisor which concentration they would like topursue. This will affect their sophomore - senior schedules.

Courses Taught in the Physics Department:PHYS 1400 Introduction to PhysicsPHYS 1401 Introduction to AstronomyPHYS 1410 General Physics IPHYS 1420 General Physics IIPHYS 2310 Automated Experimental MeasurementsPHYS 2510 University Physics IPHYS 2520 University Physics IIPHYS 3270 Advanced Physics LaboratoryPHYS 3300 Introduction to Modern PhysicsPHYS 3315 Engineering StaticsPHYS 3325 Engineering DynamicsPHYS 3350 ElectronicsPHYS 3352 Digital ElectronicsPHYS 3385 Advanced Modern PhysicsPHYS 4175 Physics Research ProposalPHYS 4275 Physics Research ProjectPHYS 4300 Classical MechanicsPHYS 4302 Classical Mechanics IIPHYS 4310 Electricity & MagnetismPHYS 4312 Electricity & Magnetism IIPHYS 4330 Quantum MechanicsPHYS 4335 Solar System PhysicsPHYS 4360 ThermodynamicsPHYS 4362 Thermodynamics IIPHYS 4385 Solid State PhysicsPHYS 4X95 Independent StudiesPHYS 4X96* Honors TutorialPHYS 4X97* Honors Thesis/ProjectPHYS XX99 Special TopicsPhysics117

PhysicsBACHELOR OF SCIENCEPHYSICSA MINOR IN MATHEMATICS IS AUTOMATICALLY AWARDED FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN PHYSICSAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362PHYSICS CORE(5-12 hours may also meet general education requirements)PHYSICSHOURSPHYS 25105PHYS 25205PHYS 23103PHYS 33003PHYS 32702PHYS 43003PHYS 43103PHYS 41751PHYS 42752SUBTOTAL HOURS 27Select one Focus Area from15the following pageSUPPORTING COURSESA grade of “C-” or higher is required for all supporting coursesMATH 2421MATH 2322MATH 2340MATH 3301MATH 3341MATH 3351CHEM 1410CHEM 1420CSC 1325TOTAL HOURS 72TEACHING FIELDS:The required courses for preparation to teach Physical Science (Chemistryand Physics) at the high school level are found in the Curriculumand Instruction section of the catalog.FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:8 hours in a single foreign language will be required unless two years ofa single foreign language were completed in high school or the studentgraduated from high school prior to 1993. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.433333443118

PHYSICS FOCUS AREASPhysicsPHYSICSCOURSEPHYS 3350PHYS 4330PHYS 4360Select 3 hrs fromPHYS 4302, 4312, 4362Select 3 hrs fromPHYS 3315, 3325, 3352, 3385, 4302, 4362, 4312, 4335,4385,MATH 4331HOURS3333TOTAL HOURS 153PHYSICSWITHELECTRICAL ENGINEERING FOCUSPHYS 3350PHYS 4312PHYS 4330PHYS 3352Select 3 hrs fromPHYS 4360, 4385,MATH 4331COURSEHOURS33333TOTAL HOURS 15PHYSICSWITHCIVIL/MECHANICAL ENGINEERING FOCUSCOURSEPHYS 3315PHYS 3325PHYS 4360Select 6 hrs fromPHYS 3350, 3385, 4302, 4330, 4362, 4312, 4335, 4385MATH 4331HOURS3336TOTAL HOURS 15119

PhysicsPHYSICS DEPARTMENT MINORSPHYS 2510PHYS 2520PHYS 3270 or PHYS 3350PHYS 3300Select 3 hrs fromAdvanced PHYS electivesMINOR IN PHYSICS(Not available for Physics majors)COURSEHOURS552-333TOTAL HOURS 18-19120

DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL SCIENCEProfessor Bertrand, Department ChairProfessors Fabrizio, TroncosoMission and Goals:The Department of Political Science seeks to equip majors with the intellectualtools for understanding: the political systems of the United Statesand other countries across the globe; the international dynamics of aninterdependent world; and different philosophical perspectives on politics.The Department of Political Science has as its main goals:1. To prepare its graduates for a variety of careers emphasizing politics,policy analysis, and/or global interactions;2. To prepare its graduates for advanced or professional education;and,3. To equip its graduates with intellectual tools and communicationskills sufficient to participate in internship and experiential learningopportunities.Special Programs and Opportunities:Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors Programunder the Special Program section earlier in the catalog.MODEL UNITED NATIONSThe Model United Nations Program at McMurry University is an interdisciplinaryprogram that incorporates coursework with interactive,hands-on simulations to provide students with academic and practicallearning experience.The purpose of the Model United Nations Program is to increase students’content learning by teaching students basic knowledge of the UN system,parliamentary procedure and diplomatic language, and countries’ foreignpolicies. In addition, the Model United Nations Program enhances students’critical thinking and process skills by focusing on: improving readingcomprehension, public speaking, and cooperative learning; informationanalysis, synthesis and evaluation; problem-solving and negotiating strategies,and identifying and developing leadership skills.Political ScienceTeacher Certification in Social Studies 8-12*See Degree plan on page 116“History majors selecting the minor in Social Studies with the intent of seekingadditional certifi cation in the teaching fi elds covered under Social Studies(i.e., government, economics, and geography) are strongly encouragedto consult closely with their advisor who will help students select specifi ccourses that will fulfi ll both General Education and major and/or minor requirementsunder Global, Societal, and Personal Perspectives: World, andSociety and Self sections. Such courses may include HIST 1310 or 1320to fulfi ll requirements in their major and in the General Education - Worldperspectives section - and HIST 2310 or 2320, and PSC 2310 or 2320 tofulfi ll requirements in their major and in the General Education - Societyand Self section. These suggestions are intended to minimize the totalnumber of hours required to obtain said minor.Courses Taught in the Political Science Department:PSC 1310 Introduction to PoliticsPSC 2310 American National GovernmentPSC 2320 State GovernmentPSC 2350 Contemporary Global IssuesPSC 3305 Campaigns and ElectionsPSC 3310 Political and Cultural GeographyPSC 3350 Comparative PoliticsPSC 3355 International RelationsPSC 3360 Modern Political PhilosophyPSC 3365 International OrganizationsPSC 3375 Model United NationsPSC 4330 CongressPSC 4335 PrecidencyPSC 4340 American Foreign PolicyPSC 4350 The Supreme Court and Cnostitutional LawPSC 4360 International Political EconomyPSC 4388 InternshipPSC 4X96* Honors TutorialPSC 4X97* Senior ThesisPSC XX99 Special TopicsThe Model United Nations Program at McMurry University providesstudents with the following specifi c educational and experiential learningopportunities:1. Model UN participants take an interdisciplinary three-credit coursedesigned to prepare students for competition at local and nationalModel UN competitions (see #2 below). Students may take thiscourse twice for credit: Political Science majors may take the courseonce for credit in the major and once for upper-level elective credit;non-majors may take the course twice for upper-level elective credit.2. Model UN participants compete in Model UN conferences. Preparingfor competition involves research and role-playing. Studentsbecome “ambassadors” of specifi c countries by presenting positionpapers on that country’s policy preferences, caucusing, negotiating,and consensus-building with others to solve global problems. Ofparticular interest to students is the National Model UN Conference,held annually in New York. Participants at this conference spend partof the conference at the United Nations headquarters and meet withUN diplomats from the US and other countries.3. Model UN participants host an annual Model UN conference on campusfor area high schools and universities. McMurry students learnorganizational skills in conference hosting, parliamentary procedure,and content matter concerning the topics under discussion at theconference.4. Model UN participants engage in global community outreach byraising awareness of global problems. Ongoing outreach projectsinclude raising awareness of the global landmine crisis and takingpart in the Adopt-A-Minefi eld Campaign. Participants have spoken tolocal organizations about the landmine problem, and raised moniesto clear a minefi eld in Cambodia.121

Political ScienceBACHELOR OF ARTSPOLITICAL SCIENCEA MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREEAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN POLITICAL SCIENCE(3 hours may also meet general education requirements)PSC 1310PSC 2310PSC 3350PSC 3355PSC 3360Select 9 hrs fromPSC 2000 or 3000 levelSelect 9 hrs fromPSC 4000 levelPOLITICAL SCIENCEHOURS333339TOTAL HOURS 33FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 2 years of foreign language at the collegelevel, or demonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or aforeign language profi ciency exam. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.9122

BACHELOR OF ARTSSOCIAL STUDIES 8-12Political ScienceMINORS IN SOCIAL STUDIES AND CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION ARE REQUIREDAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362HISTORY GRADES 8-12(9 hours may also meet general education requirements)*See not on page 144COURSEHIST 1310HIST 1320HIST 2310HIST 2320HIST 3377HIST 4380Select 6 hrs fromHIST 3310, 3315, 3316, 3317, 3320, 3350, 3351, 3352,3354, 4330, 4345, 4354Select 6 hrs fromHIST 3314, 3331, 3358, 3359, 3360, 3363, 3364, 3375,432(a-d), 4360, 4365, 4375Select 6 hrs fromAdvanced U.S. or World History CoursesHOURS3333336TOTAL HOURS 36MINOR IN SOCIAL STUDIES GRADES 8-12(Not available for Political Science majors)PSC 2310PSC 2320PSC 3310ECON 2310ECON 2320Select 3 hrs fromPSC 4330, 4335Select 3 hrs fromPSC 4340, 4350COURSE66HOURS333333TOTAL HOURS 21MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION(GRADES 8-12)COURSEHOURSCI 21101The following CI courses listed in this box requireadmission to the Teacher Education Program.CI 33013CI 33023CI 43243CI 43253CI 41251CI 41981CI 46026TOTAL HOURS 21FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 2 years of foreign language at the collegeLevel, or demonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or aforeign language profi ciency exam. The University foreign languagerequirement is described on page 34 of the catalog.3123

Political SciencePOLITICAL SCIENCE MINORSMINOR IN POLITICAL SCIENCE(Not available for Political Science majors)COURSEPSC 1310PSC 2310Select 6 hrs fromPSC 3350, 3355, 3360Select 6 hrs fromPSC 2320, 3305, 3310, 3365, 3375, 4330, 4335, 4340, 4350,4360HOURS336TOTAL HOURS 186MINOR IN SOCIAL STUDIES(Not available for Political Science majors)PSC 2310PSC 2320PSC 3310ECON 2310ECON 2320Select 3 hrs fromPSC 4330, 4335Select 3 hrs fromPSC 4340, 4350COURSEHOURS333333TOTAL HOURS 213124

Professional Preparation ProgramsPROFESSIONAL PREPARATIONPROGRAMSPROFESSIONAL PREPARATION PROGRAMSThe mission of the McMurry University Pre-Professional Program is to providethe curricular advising and career guidance needed by our studentsas they prepare themselves for application to and successful completionof a professional school program.Pre-professional programs are those which require additional specializedacademic training unavailable in undergraduate programs at McMurry.For instance, McMurry does not offer law or medical degrees, but we providethe foundational course work and preparation for students who planon applying to law schools and medical schools. There are no pre-professionalmajors. Students of any major may attend a professional school,provided they take the prescribed required courses beforehand, meetother admissions requirements, and are selected from the pool of qualifi edapplicants in a competitive process.Students are encouraged to contact the advisor for the program of interestearly in their college career and remain in contact regularly thereafter toreceive the advising necessary to prepare the student for professionalschool application.Students who plan to pursue a career in a health profession are stronglyadvised to apply to the Pre-Health Professions Program and to take thetwo Pre-Health Professions seminar courses (PREP 2105, 2106 see“course descriptions” later in the catalog) required to receive the offi cialPre-Health Professions Committee letter of evaluation during the applicationprocess. For a full description of the benefi ts of membership in thePre-Health Professions Program, please contact the Pre-Allied HealthAdvisor.For more information on professional program preparation, please contactthe advisor for the pre-professional program of interest.PRE-ENGINEERING PROGRAMAdvisor: Dr. Wayne KeithStudents interested in pursuing a degree in Engineering should followthe curriculum of the Physics major. Options include either transferringto an engineering school after the junior year and working towards twoBachelor’s Degrees or following a Physics degree at McMurry Universitywith graduate work in Engineering. The particular area of Engineering inwhich the student is interested may infl uence their choice of electives.The Department of Physics offers a BS in physics with concentrations inElectrical Engineering and in Civil/Mechanical Engineering. Interestedstudents should refer to the Degree Program under the Department ofPhysics for details. You may also contact one of the Physics professors.PRE-HEALTH PROGRAMSPre-Allied HealthAdvisor: Dr. Larry SharpThere are many rewarding careers available in the health professionsbesides the commonly known dental, medical, physical therapy, veterinarymedicine and other high-profi le health professions. Such important fi eldsas respiratory therapy, physician’s assistant, optometry, radiological imaging,and other health fi elds may be of interest to some students. As thecoursework necessary for acceptance into these programs varies greatly,it is suggested that interested students contact the Pre-Allied Health Advisorfor information and guidance.Pre-DentistryAdvisor: Dr. Larry SharpAll dental schools in Texas participate in the common application madethrough the Texas Medical and Dental Student Application Service in Austin. Students apply during the summer before their fi nal year in college,with competitive applicants receiving invitations for on-campus interviewsat the dental schools in the fall of the senior year. Announcement of admittedstudents is made in the spring of the senior year. To apply to dentalprograms, a student must complete the following prescribed coursework:14 semester hours of Biology (2 hours lab), 8 semester hours of GeneralChemistry (2 hours lab), 8 semester hours of Organic Chemistry (2 hourslab), 8 semester hours of Physics (2 hours lab), and 6 semester hoursof non-remedial English composition. Some schools require 3 hours ofBiochemistry, which may be used to satisfy part of the Biology requirement. All prerequisites must be passed with at least a “C” grade. Coursesintended specifi cally for health career majors (nursing, pharmacy, alliedhealth sciences) are not accepted. Schools vary slightly in requirements,with specifi cs posted at the TMDSAS web site:http://www.utsystem.edu/tmdsas/EssentialsForApplying.htm#PrescribedCourses.At least 90 undergraduate semester hours must be completed beforeenrollment into a dental program, but baccalaureate degrees are highlydesirable. See the Pre-Dentistry Advisor for suggested coursework to preparestudents for the Dental Admission Test. Information on the DAT maybe obtained from the American Dental Association web site: http://www.ada.org/prof/ed/testing/dat/index.asp.Similar information is available for students wishing to apply to schoolsoutside Texas from the American Dental Association (http://www.ada.org/prof/ed/programs/index.asp).Please note that high-performing freshman students may apply for McMurry’s“3+4 Dental Early Acceptance Program”. This program allows Texasresidents majoring in Biology to apply during their freshman year for earlyentry into dental school following their junior year and complete both theirBS in Biology from McMurry and DDS degree from UTHSC-San AntonioSchool of Dentistry in a total of seven years. Acceptance decisions aremade typically before the sophomore year. Thereafter, admitted studentsmust take prescribed courses, maintain a competitive GPA, and achieve atleast an average DAT score. For more information, see the Pre-DentistryAdvisor.Pre-MedicineAdvisor: Dr. Larry SharpAll medical schools in Texas (except Baylor College of Medicine) participatein the common application made through the Texas Medical andDental Student Application Service in Austin. Students apply during thesummer before their fi nal year in college, with competitive applicantsreceiving invitations for on-campus interviews at the medical schools inthe fall of the senior year. To apply, a student must complete the followingprescribed coursework: 14 semester hours of Biology (2 hours lab),8 semester hours of General Chemistry (2 hours lab), 8 semester hoursof Organic Chemistry (2 hours lab), 8 semester hours of Physics (2 hourslab), 3 semester hours of Calculus or Statistics, and 6 semester hoursof non-remedial English composition. Some schools require 3 hours ofBiochemistry, which may be used to satisfy part of the Biology requirement.All prerequisites must be passed with at least a “C” grade. Coursesintended specifi cally for health career majors (nursing, pharmacy, alliedhealth sciences) are not accepted. Schools vary slightly in requirements,with specifi cs posted at the TMDSAS web site:http://www.utsystem.edu/tmdsas/At least 90 undergraduate semester hours must be completed before theanticipated date of enrollment into a medical program, but baccalaureatedegrees are highly desirable. See the Pre-Medicine Advisor for suggestedcoursework to prepare students for the Medical College Admission Test.Information on the MCAT may be obtained from the Association of AmericanMedical Colleges web site: http://www.aamc.org/students/mcat/.Similar information is available for students wishing to apply to schoolsoutside Texas from the American Medical College Application Service(http://www.aamc.org/students/amcas/start.htm).125

Professional Preparation ProgramsPre-Occupational TherapyAdvisor: Dr. Paul SmithTexas has fi ve campuses that offer a BS degree and eight that offer a MSdegree in Occupational Therapy. All of these schools offer a BS degreeand at least two have a M.S. program. The undergraduate programsculminate in a BS in Occupational Therapy and have specifi c prerequisitesfor admission to the program. McMurry provides courses and opportunitiesto complete the prerequisite course work for these programs. All ofthe undergraduate programs require English, history, government,psychology, and two to three semesters of biology. Students generally arerequired to have at least one semester of chemistry, one semester ofphysics, one or two semesters of mathematics, and one or two semestersof sociology, among others. Since the individual professional schoolsdiffer somewhat in their requirements, the student is encouraged to meetwith the occupational therapy advisor for information and guidance inselecting a plan of study.Pre-PharmacyAdvisor: Dr. Paul PyentaMcMurry provides courses that prepare students to apply to schoolsof pharmacy. Most schools of pharmacy offer a Doctor of Pharmacy“Pharm-D” degree for individuals wishing to become a pharmacist. Someschools also offer a Doctor of Pharmaceutical Sciences degree intendedfor students wishing to pursue pharmaceutical research as a scientist.Most schools prefer incoming students to have a Bachelor of Sciencedegree, although some schools allow the option of early entry. Additionalrequirements include successful completion of specific courses, PCATscore, and a minimum gpa. The following McMurry courses are minimallytypical to prepare the student and satisfy prerequisites for most schools ofpharmacy (this list based on Texas Tech University School of Pharmacy):CoursesCred HrsProfessional Prep PREP 2105, 2106 2General Chemistry CHEM 1410, 1420 8Organic Chemistry CHEM 3410, 3420 8General Physics PHYS 1410 4General Biology BIMS 1301,1101 4BIOL 3460, or BIOL 1402,or BIOL 1403 4Microbiology BIMS 3410 4Human-based Sciences CHEM 3441, or BIOL 3460,or BIMS 4320,(or other) 4Calculus MATH 2421 4Statistics MATH 3351 3Speech (public speak) COMM 1310 3Economics ECON 2310,or ECON 2320 4English Comp ENG 1310, 1320 6English Lit ENG 2310, or ENG 2320,or 2330, (or other) 3Humanities / social science many options 15total 76Exact course requirements for program admittance vary, thus students areadvised to check with specific schools of pharmacy. Pre-pharmacy studentsat McMurry should consult with the McMurry pre-pharmacy advisorfor individual advising.Pre-Physical TherapyAdvisor: Dr. Paul SmithThere are ten physical therapy programs in Texas, all requiring a BS or BAdegree before admission. Successful completion of these programs resultsin a Masters, or Doctororal degree in Physical Therapy. Normally theprerequisites to the programs are English, history, government, mathematics,psychology, one year of physics, one year of chemistry, and three tofi ve semesters of biology. The schools vary in biology courses specifi ed.More detailed information and guidance can be obtained from the physicaltherapy advisor.Pre-Veterinary MedicineAdvisor: Dr. Joel Brant*The minimum preparation for application to the Texas A&M College ofVeterinary Medicine is 64 semester hours to include the following:English 1310, 33856 hrsLiterature3 hrsApproved Communication course 3 hrsBiology 1402,1403, 3410, 3460 16 hrsChemistry 1410, 1420, 3410, 3420 16 hrsBiochemistry 3441, 34428 hrsPhysics 1410, 14208 hrsMathematics 2421 or 33513-4 hrsAnimal Nutrition andGeneral Animal Science 6 hrs*The applicant is expected to have both animal and veterinary experience.The course prerequisites can be incorporated into some majors and minors.The major should be chosen according to interest of the student andvocational plans in the event of non-acceptance. Applicants are evaluatedon GPA, academic rigor, semester loads carried, animal and veterinaryexperience, leadership, extracurricular activities, evaluation from undergraduatefaculty, and the score on the Graduate Record Exam (GRE).Students are encouraged to consult the College of Veterinary Medicineweb site for the most current information.PRE-LAWAdvisor: Dr. Brenna TroncosoStudents interested in a legal career after completion of a bachelor’sdegree are encouraged to pursue any academic major that intereststhem. Law schools do not recommend specifi c courses of study or anyparticular major. What law schools want are students who can think, write,and speak well and who have an understanding of the human experience.The Law School Admission Council recommends a “broad liberalarts curriculum” as the preferred preparation for a legal career. Admissioncommittees want to see law school applicants rise to intellectual challengesby choosing academically rigorous courses. They are most likelyto reject students who select non challenging or narrow fi elds of study.Law schools encourage courses of study that demand strong reasoningand communication skills.PRE-MINISTRY PROGRAMAdvisor: Dr. John MillerThis program prepares and supports students interested in vocational oravocational ministries. Pre-Ministry students are encouraged to majoror minor in Religion or Christian Ministry, but the program is open to allstudents. At a minimum, students should take REL 2310, Introduction toChristian Ministry, as early as possible. Students who intend to pursuegraduate theological studies are encouraged to complete two years ofGreek, and to take courses that prepare them to think critically and communicateeffectively. Courses in philosophy, English, history, and psychologywill benefi t every pre-ministry student. Students intending tobecome Christian counselors should consider completing a major or minorin Psychology in addition to their studies in Religion.It is very important that students consult their respective denominationsto make sure they are completing ordination requirements and complyingwith the appropriate standards of ministerial preparation. Many pre-ministerialstudents complete internships in local churches or otherwise servein part-time positions in ministry. Students are encouraged to participatein Kappa Delta Sigma, a student organization for pre-ministerial students,and in the programming of the Religious Life Offi ce.126

PsychologyDEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGYAssociate Professor Schneller, Department ChairAssociate Professors DawsonAssistant Professor KoshelevaVisiting Instructor DunnMission and Goals:Upon completion of this program students will be able to:1. Demonstrate an understanding of scientifi c inquiry and methods ofresearch utilized in psychology;2. Demonstrate an understanding of the biological, psychological, socialand environmental factors that impact normal and abnormal developmentacross the lifespan;3. Demonstrate an understanding of the major theoretical schools ofthought within psychology;4. Demonstrate an understanding of human cognitive and emotionalprocesses;5. Demonstrate an understanding of how people, as individuals and ingroups, infl uence and relate to others in interpersonal and societalsituations;6. Demonstrate oral and/or written communication skills utilized withinthe fi eld of psychology.Special Programs and Opportunities:Psychology Club. The McMurry Psychology Club “TRI-PSY” is designedto promote interest in psychology, to provide psychological activitiesbeyond the usual classroom situation, to enhance contacts betweenstudents and local psychologists, and to encourage fellowship amongpsychology students. It is open to all students with an interest in the scienceand practice of psychology.Courses Taught in the Psychology Department:PSYC 1340 General PsychologyPSYC 2360 Developmental PsychologyPSYC 3301 Human Cognition and LearningPSYC 3305 Research Methods and Statistics IPSYC 3306 Research Methods and Statistics IIPSYC 3310 Language: Mind, Brain, and SocietyPSYC 3320 Personality TheoriesPSYC 3340 Social PsychologyPSYC 3382 Positive Psychology and Mental HealthPSYC 3385 GerontologyPSYC 3390 PsychopharmacologyPSYC 4300 Abnormal PsychologyPSYC 4315 Psychological Tests and MeasurementsPSYC 4320 Psychology of the Criminal MindPSYC 4330 History and Systems of PsychologyPSYC 4341 Physiological PsychologyPSYC 4365 Death and DyingPSYC 4370 Industrial and Oaganizational PsychologyPSYC 4375 Clinical and Counseling PsychologyPSYC 4388 InternshipPSYC 4392 Senior Seminar in PsychologyPSYC 4X95 Independent StudiesPSYC 4X96* Honors TutorialPSYC 4X97* Honors ThesisPSYC 4X98* Honors ResearchPSYC XX99 Special TopicsPSI CHI. The McMurry University chapter of Psi Chi was chartered inApril 1999. Psi Chi is the National Honor Society of Psychology, foundedin 1929 for the purpose of encouraging, stimulating, and maintainingexcellence in scholarship and advancing the science of psychology. Membershipis open to graduate and undergraduate men and women who aremaking the study of psychology one of their major interests and who meetthe minimum qualifi cations. Psi Chi is a member of the Association of CollegeHonor Societies (ACHS) and is an affi liate of the American PsychologicalAssociation (APA) and the American Psychological Society (APS)Departmental Awards. Each Spring, awards are presented to outstandingstudents at the junior, and senior levels. The Evelyn HennigMemorial Scholarship is awarded to the outstanding junior. The O.P. ClarkScholarship is awarded to the outstanding senior.Psychology Exit Exams. All majors in Psychology must take a locallyprepared departmental exam and the Major Field Achievement Test(MFAT) in Psychology whenever they take the Senior Seminar in Psychology.There is no cost to the student for these tests. Individual scores arekept confi dential. These tests are used for assessment of the departmentalprogram and to give students practice for the Graduate Record Exam(GRE) in Psychology.Internship in Psychology. Junior or Senior-level Psychology majorsare encouraged to consider participation in the internship program. In theprogram, students receive meaningful practical experience by working ina mental health setting to see how the theoretical concepts of Psychologyare put in practice. Specifi c requirements unique to the Department ofPsychology are listed under PSYC 4388 in this section.Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors Programunder the Special Program section earlier in the catalog.127

PsychologyBACHELOR OF ARTSPSYCHOLOGYA MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREEAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN PSYCHOLOGY(3 hours may also meet general education requirements)PSYCHOLOGYAt least 24 hrs of psychology credit must be at the advancedlevelPSYC 1340PSYC 2360PSYC 3301PSYC 3305PSYC 3306PSYC 3340PSYC 4300PSYC 4341PSYC 4392Select 3 hrs fromPSYC 3320, 4375Select 9 hrs fromPsychology electivesHOURSTOTAL HOURS 39Electives recommended, but not required, for pursuit of any graduatefi eld of psychology include:PSYC 3320, 4315, and 4388.Students planning to obtain graduate training in any applied areas ofpsychology should consider some of the following classes:PSYC 3382, 3385, 3390, 4320, 4365, 4370, 4375, XX99.FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college level, ordemonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign languageprofi ciency exam. The University foreign language requirementis described on page 34 of the catalog.33333333339128

PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT MINORSPsychologyMINOR IN PSYCHOLOGY(Not available for Psychology majors)COURSEHOURSPSYC 1340 3Select 9 hrs from9PSYC 2360, 3301, 3320, 3340, 4300, 4341, 4375Select 6 hrs from6PSYC ElectivesTOTAL HOURS 18129

Religion and PhilosophyDEPARTMENT OFRELIGION AND PHILOSOPHYProfessor LeMasters, Dean of School of Social Sciences andReligionProfessor Kinlaw, Department ChairAssociate Professor MillerAssistant Professors Libby, StewartMission and Goals:The Mission of the Department of religion and philosophy is to administerprograms in the academic fi elds of Religion and Philosophy and to cooperatewith other academic departments in furthering the pursuit of Christianliberal arts education on our campus. The Department maintains a Wesleyancommitment to unite intellectual achievement and vital piety in waysthat foster both academic excellence and mature Christian discipleship.The Department intends for the program in religion to serve the mission ofMcMurry University by accomplishing the following goals:1.2.3.4.5.Introduce all McMurry students to the academic study of religionthrough general education courses such as Introduction to the oldTestament, Introduction to the new Testament, and Introduction toChristianity;Offer advanced courses in Scripture, Christian theology and ethics,the history of Christianity, and other fi elds which prepare religionmajors and minors for graduate school and/or seminary, and providestudents majoring in other fi elds the opportunity to supplement theirstudies through advanced work in religion;Offer a limited number of courses which introduce pre-ministerialstudents to the theory and practice of ministry in the United MethodistChurch;Provide religion students with opportunities for independent researchthrough the religion departmental honors program;Provide opportunities for McMurry students to participate in studyabroad programs in religion.SPECIAL PROGRAMSKappa Delta Sigma: Membership in Kappa Delta Sigma is open to allstudents majoring or minoring in religion and to all students with an interestin or commitment to service in Christian vocations, including ordainedministry. Activities will include programs of special interest and serviceprojects.Archaeology Experiences: McMurry University cooperates with auniversity consortium to provide opportunities for Middle East study andtravel. The formal consortium (Drew, Gannon, and Lubbock ChristianUniversities) focuses on the Bronze Age archaeological project at KhirbetIskander, Jordan, with both new discoveries and conservation work informer years. The summer program introduces McMurry students tohands on learning in a variety of areas, to include archaeology, art, Bible,history, religion and sociology. The project is done in cooperation with theJordanian Department of Antiquities and the American Center for OrientalResearch.Course of Study: United Methodist local pastors who have completedthe Course of Study may receive academic credit for coursework inreligion. Interested students should submit transcripts from the Courseof Study to the Offi ce of the Registrar. Transcripts will be reviewed bymembers of the Religion faculty.Courses Taught in the Religion and Philosophy Department:GRK 2410 New Testament Greek Grammar IGRK 2420 New Testament Greek Grammar IIGRK 3310 Greek Translation IGRK 3320 Greek Translation IIGRK 4X95 Independent StudiesGRK XX99 Special TopicsPHIL 2350 Introduction to PhilosophyPHIL 2360 LogicPHIL 3300 History of Ancient PhilosophyPHIL 3305 Medieval PhilosophyPHIL 3310 History of Modern PhilosophyPHIL 3325 Symbolic LogicPHIL 3330 Topics in EthicsPHIL 3340 Great Books in Political PhilosophyPHIL 3341 Classical German Political PhilosophyPHIL 3345 Philosophy of MindPHIL 4300 Religious EpistemologyPHIL 4310 Contemporary PhilosophyPHIL 4320 Philosophy of ReligionPHIL 4X95 Independent StudiesPHIL 4X96* Honors TutorialPHIL 4X97* Senior ThesisPHIL 4398 Senior SeminarPHIL XX99 Special TopicsREL 1310 The Bible in One SemesterREL 1330 Introduction to ChristianityREL 2309 Holocaust Through the Eyes of Elie WieselREL 2310 Introduction to Christian MinistryREL 2330 Introduction to the Old TestamentREL 2340 Introduction to the New TestamentREL 2350 religions of the WorldREL 2360 Research Methods in Religion and PhilosophyREL 3300 HomileticsREL 3310 Eastern Orthodox TheologyREL 3315 Catholic and Protestant Theology in DialogueREL 3320 Biomedical EthicsREL 3330 Christian EthicsREL 3334 (a-) Advanced Biblical StudiesREL 3335 Introduction to Hospital MinistryREL 3340 Pastoral Care and CounselingREL 3375 History of Christianity to 1500REL 3385 History of Christianity from 1500REL 3390 Christianity in ScotlandREL 4309 Holocaust Through the Eyes of Elie WeiselREL 4320 Philosophy of ReligionREL 4330 Sociology of ReligionREL 4340 Worship and LiturgyREL 4365 The Christian Bible: Formation and InterpretationREL 4375 Augustine, Anselm, Aquinas, and LutherREL 4380 Methodist Movement, Pietism & Evangelical RevivalREL 4388 InternshipREL 4390 Senior SeminarREL 4X95 Independent StudiesREL 4X96* Honors TutorialREL 4X97* Senior Thesis/ProjectREL XX99 Special TopicsDepartmental Awards: Each year one or more Cal C. Wright scholarshipsare presented to students showing outstanding potential for Christianministry. Each year the George Steinman Award is presented to theMcMurry junior religion major with the highest academic standing.Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors Programunder the Special Program section earlier in the catalog.130

BACHELOR OF ARTSRELIGIONReligion and PhilosophyA MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREEAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN RELIGION(3-6 hours may also meet general education requirements)RELIGIONREL 1330REL 2330REL 2340REL 2350REL 2360REL 4390PHIL 2350Select 3 hrs from(REL 334a-g)Select 3 hrs fromREL 3375, 3385, 4365, 4375, 4380Select 3 hrs fromREL 3310, 3315, 3320, 3330, 3390Select 6 hrs fromREL ElectivesSelect 3 hrs fromAdvanced Philosophy ElectivesHOURS33333333TOTAL HOURS 39FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 2 years of foreign language at the college level, ordemonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign languageprofi ciency exam. The University foreign language requirementis described on page 34 of the catalog.3363131

Religion and PhilosophyBACHELOR OF ARTSCHRISTIAN MINISTRYA MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREEAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN CHRISTIAN MINISTRY(3-6 hours may also meet general education requirements)RELIGIONREL 1330REL 2310REL 2360REL 3300REL 3340REL 4340REL 4388Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 2330, 2340Select 6 hrs fromREL 2350, 3310, 3315, 3320, 3330, 3390, 334a-g, 3375,3385, 4365, 4375, 4380, 4399Select 3 hrs fromAdvanced Religion ElectivesHOURS33333333TOTAL HOURS 33FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 2 years of foreign language at the college level, ordemonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign languageprofi ciency exam. The University foreign language requirementis described on page 34 of the catalog.63132

Religion and PhilosophyRELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY DEPARTMENTMINORSREL 1330REL 2310REL 2330REL 2340REL 4388Select 3 hrs fromREL 3300REL 3335REL 3340REL 4340MINOR IN CHRISTIAN MINISTRY(Not available for Religion majors)COURSEHOURS333333TOTAL HOURS 18GRK 2410GRK 2420GRK 3310GRK 3320Select 4 hrs fromGRK 4X95, XX99MINOR IN GREEKCOURSEHOURS44334TOTAL HOURS 18MINOR IN ETHICSCOURSEHOURSSLD 13003PHIL 23503REL 33203REL 33303PHIL 33303BA 43853TOTAL HOURS 18MINOR IN PHILOSOPHYCOURSEPHIL 2350REL 2360Select 12 hours fromPHIL Electives.At least 3 hours must be 4000 levelHOURS3312TOTAL HOURS 18MINOR IN RELIGION(Not available for Religion majors)COURSEREL 2310REL 2360Select 6 hrs fromREL ElectivesSelect 6 hrs fromAdvanced REL ElectivesHOURS336TOTAL HOURS 186133

Servant Leadership and Spanish StudiesSERVANT LEADERSHIPAssistant Professor Mark Waters, DirectorVision:The Servant Leadership Center of the Southwest seeks to create a betterand more humane world by empowering servants, forming leaders, andtransforming communities.Mission:The McMurry Servant Leadership Program began in the fall of 1990. Thepurpose of the program is to give curricular recognition to the fact that aChristian education at McMurry University carries a special responsibility.Any college education prepares people for leadership. But Christian principlesrequire that these people serve society as well. Leadership shouldbe undertaken as a service to the greater good of others. The ServantLeadership program teaches principles of leadership, but also teaches themeans by which these should be used for the betterment of communityand society.Current Servant Leadership course offerings include Introduction toEthics, Concepts and Techniques of Servant Leadership, Formation inServant Leadership, Theories of Leadership, Dialogue with the Other, andInternship/Capstone. Introduction to Ethics and Concepts and Techniquesof Servant Leadership may be used to fulfi ll McMurry University’s generaleducation requirement for Leadership, Excellence, and Virtue. Introductionto Ethics is taught in a traditional lecture-discussion format. Concepts andTechniques of Servant Leadership includes lectures, small group discussionand learning activities,and service learning assignments in nonprofi tagencies around Abilene. Formation in Servant Leadership,Theories ofLeadership, and Dialogue with the Other are taught in a seminar format.Special Opportunities:Servant Leadership Council . The Servant Leadership Council (SLC)includes diverse representation from other student organizations andthe McMurry community. The purpose of SLC is to connect the ServantLeadership program with the community at large and to give the McMurrycommunity a sense of ownership in the Servant Leadership program.Preceptors. Students who successfully complete SLD 1310 are eligibleto serve as preceptors (small group leaders) in subsequent semesters.Preceptors lead weekly learning activities and oversee their group’s workin service learning placements. This is a paid, work-study, position.Resident Servant Leader Learning Community (RSLLC). Servant Leadershippartners with Religious Life to train selected Residence Hall Chaplainsto take on additional Servant Leader responsibilities. Additionally,Servant Leadership facilitates a learning community among the ResidenceHall Chaplains.DEPARTMENT OF SPANISH STUDIESAssociate Professor GómezMission and Goals:The Department of Spanish Studies supports the missions of the universityand the School of Arts and Letters offering academic excellence throughthe study of language, literature, and culture, and prepares the students tobecome profi cient linguistically and culturally in a multicultural, multiethnic,and multilingual society and be able to communicate successfully. TheDepartment will apply the National Standards for Foreign Language inthe four basic skills of language learning: listening, speaking, reading andwriting.Special Programs and OpportunitiesDepartmental Awards Each year, the outstanding students in elementaryand intermediate language courses are recognized in the all-universityawards ceremony. At the same ceremony, the Gertrude Looneyscholarship is awarded to the outstanding junior language student, andthe Elizabeth Myatt award is presented to the outstanding senior languagestudent.Sigma Delta Pi is a national Spanish Honor Society, with a chapterat McMurry, that distinguishes students who have completed 18 hoursin Spanish (or have the equivalent profi ciency), have a 3.00 average inSpanish, a 2.75 average overall, and who have completed at least oneadvanced course in Spanish literature or civilization.Departmental Honors for Spanish. Please see the description of theHonors Program under the Special Program section earlier in the catalog.Courses Taught in the Spanish Studies Department:SPAN 1410 Elementary Spanish ISPAN 1420 Elementary Spanich IISPAN 2310 Intermediate Spanish ISPAN 2320 Intermediate Spanish IISPAN 3301 Conversation and PhoneticsSPAN 3331 Grammer and CompositionSPAN 3336 Hispanic Culture and CivilizationSPAN 4311 Survey of Spanish Peninsular LiteratureSPAN 4312 Survey of Spanish American LiteratureSPAN 4322 Spanish LinguisticsSPAN 4335 Spanish for Teachers and MajorsSPAN 4X95 Independent StudiesSPAN 4X96* Honors TutorialSPAN 4X97* Senior Thesis of ProjectSPAN XX99 Special TopicsCourses Taught in the Servant Leadership Area:SLD 1300 Introduction to EthicsSLD 1310 Concepts and Techniques of Servant LeadershipSLD 2310 Formation of Servant LeadershipSLD 3310 Theories of LeadershipSLD 3320 Dialogue with the OtherSLD 4388 InternshipMINOR IN SERVANT LEADERSHIPCOURSEHOURSSLD 13003SLD 13103SLD 23103SLD 33103SLD 33203SLD 43883TOTAL HOURS 18134

BACHELOR OF ARTSSPANISHSpanish StudiesA MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREEAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN SPANISHSPANISHSPAN 1410, 1420, 2310, 2320,or demonstrate profi ciency throughcompetency testingSPAN 4335Select 15 hrs fromSPAN 3301, 3331, 3336, 4311, 4312, 4322, 4X95, 4X99HOURS0-14315TOTAL HOURS 18-32FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:Foreign Language Requirement is met by courses taken in the major.135

Spanish StudiesBACHELOR OF ARTSSPANISH GRADES EC-12A MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE IN SPANISH GRADES EC-12All degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN SPANISH GRADES EC-12(REQUIRES A MINOR IN CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION)SPANISH EC-12HOURSSPAN 23103SPAN 23203SPAN 33013SPAN 33313SPAN 33363SPAN 43113SPAN 43223SPAN 43353TOTAL HOURS 24FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:Foreign Language Requirement is met by courses taken in the major.MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION(GRADES EC-12)COURSEHOURSCI 21101The following CI courses listed in this box requireadmission to the Teacher Education Program.CI 33013CI 33023CI 43243CI 43253CI 41251CI 41981CI 46026TOTAL HOURS 21136

SPANISH STUDIES DEPARTMENT MINORSSpanish StudiesMINOR IN SPANISH(Not available for Spanish majors)COURSESPAN 1410,1420, 2310, 2320,or second-year profi ciencySelect 6 hrs fromSPAN 3301, 3331, 3336, 4311, 4312, 4322, 4335HOURS0-146TOTAL HOURS 6-20137

SociologyDEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGYProfessor Wallace, Department ChairAssociate Professor HollingsworthVisiting Instructor CummingsMission and Goals:The Department of Sociology is oriented toward preparing students to:1. Understand the structure and issues of contemporary society;2. Discover that the individual both reacts to as well as creates thesocial world;3. Use sociological concepts, insights, and methods in a systematicfashion;4. Experience a discipline which has practical signifi cance;5. Continue graduate training;6. Find employment in various social service or criminology fi elds.Special Programs and Opportunities:MicroCase. The Department of Sociology is part of the MicroCase CurriculumPlan which offers unprecedented access to social science datasets. In particular, MicroCase has General Social Survey data from theNational Opinion Research Center.ASA Department Affi liate. The professional society for sociologists isthe American Sociological Association. Since the Department is an affiliate of ASA, it keeps students abreast of what the profession is doing.ASA publications like Embarking Upon a Career with an UndergraduateDegree in Sociology and Guide to Graduate Programs are received eachyear.Courses Taught in the Sociology Department:SOC 1300 SOC Issues: Examining the Collective ConscienceSOC 2300 Introduction to SociologySOC 2310 World Societies ISOC 2320 world Societies IISOC 2350 Social ProblemsSOC 2375 Crime and SocietySOC 3300 Social ResearchSOC 3310 Social TheorySOC 3315 CriminologySOC 3320 Sociological InvestigationsSOC 3330 Social Stratifi caitonSOC 3335 Juvenile DelinquencySOC 3340 Social PsychologySOC 3345 Studies in CriminologySOC 3350 Race and EthnicitySOC 3360 Marriage and the FamilySOC 3370 Gender and SocietySOC 3375 White Collar CrimeSOC 3392 Social PolicySOC 4325 Issues in CriminologySOC 4330 Sociology of ReligionSOC 4335 Women and CrimeSOC 4385 Comparative CriminologySOC 4392 Seminar in SociologySOC 4395 PracticumSOC 4X96* Honors TutorialSOC 4X97* Senior ThesisSOC XX99 Special TopicsSociology Club. The Sociology Club is open to students who are majoringor minoring in sociology. Its intent is to promote the study of social life,to enhance the relationship between sociology students and the humanservices agencies of our society, and to encourage fellowship amongsociology students.Alpha Kappa Delta. The Phi chapter of Alpha Kappa Delta, an internationalsociology honor society, was chartered at McMurry in 1990. Theobjective of Alpha Kappa Delta is to promote an interest in the study ofsociology and the research of social problems. AKD sponsors a papercompetition that inductees can participate in each year.Departmental Awards. Each spring, awards are presented to distinguishedstudents. The Jane Addams Award is given to the outstandingsophomore. A junior student will receive the Everett and Orabeth WoodsScholarship. An outstanding senior major is given the Dan Dodson Award,while other students could receive the Morris Baker award or the EsmaMorris Cash Shcolarship. Regarding the minor in criminology, the EdwinSutherland Award is presented to the outstanding student in criminology.Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors Programunder the Special Program section earlier in the catalog.138

SociologyBACHELOR OF ARTSSOCIOLOGYA MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREEAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN SOCIOLOGY(3-6 hours may also meet general education requirements)SOC 2300SOC 3300SOC 3310SOC 3330SOC 3350SOC 3370SOC 4392Select 9 hrs fromSOC Electives, MATH 3351SOCIOLOGYHOURS33333339TOTAL HOURS 30FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college level, ordemonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign languageprofi ciency exam. The University foreign language requirementis described on page 34 of the catalog.139

SociologySOCIOLOGY DEPARTMENT MINORSMINOR IN SOCIOLOGY(Not available for Sociology majors)COURSESOC 2300Select 15 hrs fromSOC Electives(A minimum of 12 hrs must be advanced)HOURS315TOTAL HOURS 18MINOR IN CRIMINOLOGYCOURSESOC 2375SOC 3315Select 12 hrs fromSOC 3335, 3345, 3375, 4325, 4335, 4385, 4X95HOURS3312TOTAL HOURS 18140

DEPARTMENT OF THEATRECourses Taught in the Theatre Department:FA 2310Survey of Fine ArtsTheatreProfessors Craik, HukillAssociate Professor AinsworthMission and Goals:1. The successful student will be a theatre generalist with basic knowledge,practical skills, and problem-solving ability in all areas of theatreart. This student will embrace a liberal arts approach to theatretraining, even within the BFA degree. At some time during the courseof their education at McMurry, the successful student will participatein every aspect of play production, in addition to the required coursework.2. The student who excels will be prepared for a professional career intheatre, having had the experience of practical application of theoryand analysis to design and performance technique. As a result ofclassroom instruction in history and theory and the department’sproduction-oriented program, the successful student will engage in awide range of opportunities to learn experientially and will have built aresume/portfolio in preparation for post-graduate endeavors.3. The successful student will participate in the presentation of livetheatrical performances for the entertainment and cultural enrichmentof the McMurry community and the general public.4. Through hands-on directing, designing and performing, the successfulstudent will use the theatrical arts as a tool for representinghumankind’s search for meaning in life.Special Programs and Opportunities:Departmental Productions. McMurry theatre production auditions areopen to all McMurry students with casting preference given to majors andminors. There are at least three faculty directed productions during eachacademic year. In addition, two to four full-length plays are offered eachyear by advanced students as senior projects and a series of one-actplays are staged each Spring by the Directing I class.Summer Theatre. The summer theatre program attempts to produceone to three plays each summer in either conventional or dinner theatreformats. Guest directors, designers, and actors are regularly employed tooffer the students exposure to as many different approaches to solving theproblems of staging a play as possible.Original Play Production. The department is dedicated to producingnew plays written by McMurry students. Every other year, the departmentstages plays written by students of the Playwriting class of the previousyear.Out of a Trunk Theatre Company. The members of the companyprovide educational arts experiences in the public schools by presentingprograms and conducting workshops throughout the school year.Financial Aid. Students majoring or minoring in theatre may audition fortheatre internships. Auditions are held during student preview weekendsand by appointment.Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors Programunder the Special Program section earlier in the catalog.THRE 1150THRE 1300THRE 2150THRE 2210THRE 2320THRE 2330THRE 2340THRE 2350THRE 3210THRE 3310THRE 3320THRE 3325THRE 3330THRE 3344THRE 3345THRE 3350THRE 3360THRE 3365THRE 3370THRE 4320THRE 4330THRE 4335THRE 4340THRE 4350THRE 4363THRE 4365THRE 4390THRE 4X95THRE 4X96*THRE XX99Dance: Tap or JazzIntroduction to TheatreMake-upProduction IImproving Voice and DictionActing IStagecraftCostume ConstructionProduction IIDigital Video Capture and EditingDirecting ITheatre and Fine Arts ManagementActing IIFundamentals of LIghting DesingFundamentals of Scenic DesignTheatre Hist & Drama. Lit: Greeks to 19th CenturyCreative DramaTheatre Hist & Drama. Lit: 19th Century to PresentPlaywritingAdvanced PlaywritingActing IIIMusical Theatre PracticumAdvanced Scenic DesignCostume Design and HistoryAmerican Musical TheatreTheatre Arts in the Secondary SchoolSenior Project in TheatreIndependent StudiesHonors TutorialSpecial Topics141

TheatreBACHELOR OF ARTSTHEATRE / ACTING AND DIRECTING FOCUSA MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREEAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362THRE 2330THRE 2150THRE 2210THRE 2340THRE 3320THRE 3345THRE 4390MAJOR IN THEATRETHEATRE COREHOURSSUBTOTAL HOURS 18ACTING AND DIRECTING FOCUSCOURSETHRE 2320THRE 3350THRE 3365Select 12 hrs fromTHRE 1150, 2350, 3210, 3310, 3330, 3344, 3370, 4330,43503123333HOURSTOTAL HOURS 3933312FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college level, ordemonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign languageprofi ciency exam. The University foreign language requirementis described on page 34 of the catalog.142

BACHELOR OF ARTSTHEATRE / DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY FOCUSTheatreA MINOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREEAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN THEATRETHEATRE COREHOURSTHRE 23303THRE 21501THRE 22102THRE 23403THRE 33203THRE 33453THRE 43903SUBTOTAL HOURS 18DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY FOCUSCOURSETHRE 2350 or 4350THRE 3350THRE 3365Select 12 hrs fromTHRE 2320, 2350, 3210, 3310, 3344, 3370, 4350HOURS33312TOTAL HOURS 39FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college level, ordemonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign languageprofi ciency exam. The University foreign language requirementis described on page 34 of the catalog.143

TheatreBACHELOR OF ARTSTHEATRE / THEATRE ARTS EDUCATION FOCUSA MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTIONIS REQUIRED FOR THE B.A. DEGREE IN THEATRE WITH THEATRE ARTS EDUCATION FOCUSAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN THEATRETHEATRE COREHOURSTHRE 23303THRE 21501THRE 22102THRE 23403THRE 33203THRE 33453THRE 43903SUBTOTAL HOURS 18THEATRE ARTS EDUCATION FOCUSCOURSETHRE 2350 or 4350THRE 3344THRE 3350THRE 3365THRE 4365Select 6 hrs fromTHRE 1150, 2320, 2350, 3210, 3310, 3330, 3370, 4330,4335, 4350HOURS333336TOTAL HOURS 39MINOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION(GRADES 8-12)COURSEHOURSCI 21101The following CI courses listed in this box requireadmission to the Teacher Education Program.CI 33013CI 33023CI 43243CI 43253CI 41251CI 41981CI 46026TOTAL HOURS 21FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college level, ordemonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign languageprofi ciency exam. The University foreign language requirementis described on page 34 of the catalog.144

BACHELOR OF FINE ARTSTHEATRE / ACTING AND DIRECTING FOCUSTheatreA MINOR IN MUSICAL THEATRE OR CREATIVE WRITING IS REQUIRED FORTHE B.F.A DEGREE IN THEATRE WITH ACTING AND DIRECTING FOCUSAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362THRE 2330THRE 2150THRE 2210THRE 2340THRE 3320THRE 3345THRE 4390MAJOR IN THEATREBFA THEATRE COREHOURSSUBTOTAL HOURS 18ACTING AND DIRECTING FOCUSCOURSETHRE 2320THRE 3350THRE 3365Select 12 hrs fromTHRE 1150, 2350, 3310, 3330, 3344, 3370, 4330, 43503123333HOURSTOTAL HOURS 39MINOR IN MUSICAL THEATRECOURSETHRE 3210THRE 4335THRE 4363Select 12 hrs fromMUA 1113, 1114, 1115, 1116, 111A, 112A, 0120, 0122,THRE 1150, 4335,MTH 1330, 1340,MLH 2380, 3375, 3380,MUED 323533312HOURS23312TOTAL HOURS 20FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college level, ordemonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign languageprofi ciency exam. The University foreign language requirementis described on page 34 of the catalog.145

TheatreBACHELOR OF FINE ARTSTHEATRE / ACTING AND DIRECTING FOCUSA MINOR IN MUSICAL THEATRE OR CREATIVE WRITING IS REQUIRED FORTHE B.F.A DEGREE IN THEATRE WITH ACTING AND DIRECTING FOCUSAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362146THRE 2330THRE 2150THRE 2210THRE 2340THRE 3320THRE 3345THRE 4390MAJOR IN THEATREBFA THEATRE COREHOURSSUBTOTAL HOURS 18ACTING AND DIRECTING FOCUSCOURSETHRE 2320THRE 3350THRE 3365Select 12 hrs fromTHRE 1150, 2350, 3310, 3330, 3344, 3370, 4330, 43503123333HOURSTOTAL HOURS 39CREATIVE WRITING(Courses cannot count in both major and minor)COURSETHRE 4320PHIL 2350Select 3 hrs fromENG 2* (Any sophomore level literature class)Select 3 hrs fromENG 4372, 4375Select 6 hrs fromENG 4371, 4374PHIL 3330, 4320THRE 436333312HOURS333TOTAL HOURS 18FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college level, ordemonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign languageprofi ciency exam. The University foreign language requirementis described on page 34 of the catalog.36

BACHELOR OF FINE ARTSTHEATRE / DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY FOCUSTheatreA MINOR IN THEATRE GRAPHIC DESIGN AND PROMOTION IS REQUIREDFOR THE B.F.A. DEGREE IN THEATRE WITH DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY FOCUSAll degrees require a minimum of 120 credit hours, excluding remedial courses. A minimum of 39 credit hours must be advanced level.GENERAL EDUCATIONREQUIREMENTSLEADERSHIP, EXCELLENCE, ANDVIRTUE (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromHIST 2330, 2340,REL 2309,SCI 2310,SLD 1300, 1310SOC 1300MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromMATH 1311, 1312, 1315, 1320, 2421, 2322, 3351WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (6 hrs)ENG 1310ENG 1320ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 hrs)COMM 1310, 2330CRITICAL REASONING (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromBIMS 1300,COMM 2350,C SC 1322, 1325,ENG 2310, 2320, 2350,MATH 2315,PHIL 2350, 2360UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANTRADITION (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromREL 1310, 1330, 2330, 2340FINE ARTS (3 hrs)Select 3 hrs fromART 1300,FA 2310,MLH 2301,THRE 1300GLOBAL, SOCIETAL, ANDPERSONAL PERSPECTIVES (11 hrs)World Select 3 hrs fromENG 2330,HIST 1310, 1320,REL 2350,PSC 2350,SOC 2310, 2320Society and Self Select 6 hrs from two disciplinesECON 2310, 2320,HIST 2310, 2320,PSC 2310,PSYC 1340, 2360,SOC 2300,Health and Fitness Select 2 hrs fromH F 1210H F 1200 **(for students age 30 or above, or medical exemption)HOURSNATURAL SCIENCE (4 hrs) (as required by major)Select 4 hrs from4BIOL 1401, 2401,CHEM 1400, 1405, 1410,GEOS 1405, 1410, 2420,PHYS 1400, 1401, 1410, 2510TOTAL HOURS 3933333333362MAJOR IN THEATREBFA THEATRE COREHOURSTHRE 23303THRE 21501THRE 22102THRE 23403THRE 33203THRE 33453THRE 43903SUBTOTAL HOURS 18DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY FOCUSCOURSETHRE 2350 or 4350THRE 3350THRE 3365Select 12 hrs fromTHRE 2320, 2350, 3310, 3344, 3370, 4350HOURS33312TOTAL HOURS 39MINOR INTHEATRE GRAPHIC DESIGN AND PROMOTION(This minor is required for Design and Technology focus)COURSETHRE 3210THRE 3325THRE 4340Select 12 hrs fromART 1310, 2300, 2323, 3330, 3334,MMA 2310MKTG 3370, 3380,HOURS23312TOTAL HOURS 20FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:This major requires 1 year of foreign language at the college level, ordemonstration of profi ciency by taking a CLEP exam or a foreign languageprofi ciency exam. The University foreign language requirementis described on page 34 of the catalog.147

TheatreTHEATRE DEPARTMENT MINORSMINOR IN THEATRE(Not available for Theatre majors)COURSETHRE 2330THRE 2340THRE 2210THRE 3320Select 7 hrs fromTHRE electives(a minimum of 3 hrs must be advanced)HOURS33237TOTAL HOURS 18MINOR INCREATIVE WRITINGCOURSEHOURSPHIL 2350 3Select 3 hrs from3THRE 3370, 4320Select 3 hrs from3ENG 2* (Any sophomore level literature class)Select 3 hrs from3ENG 4375, 4372Select 6 hrs from6THRE 2330, 4320, 4363ENG 4371, 4372, 4374, 4375PHIL 3330, 4320TOTAL HOURS 18MINOR IN MUSICAL THEATRECOURSETHRE 3210THRE 4335THRE 4363Select 12 hrs fromMUA 1113, 1114, 1115, 1116, 111A, 112A, 0120, 0122,THRE 1150, 4335,MTH 1330, 1340,MLH 2380, 3375, 3380,MUED 3235HOURS23312TOTAL HOURS 20MINOR INTHEATRE GRAPHIC DESIGN AND PROMOTION(Not available for MMA & Graphic Design majors)COURSETHRE 3210THRE 3325THRE 3345Select 12 hrs fromART 1310, 2300, 2323, 3330, 3334,MMA 2310MKTG 3370, 3380,HOURS23312TOTAL HOURS 20148

GRADUATE STUDIESGraduate StudiesDr. Marian KirkDirector of Graduate StudiesInquires may be made by calling:Dr. Kirk at 325.793.4895 orthe Registrar at 325.793.3808.Emails may be directed to:gradstudies@mcm.eduMissionThe mission of McMurry University is to provide aChristian liberal arts and professional education thatprepares students for a fulfi lling life of leadershipand service. The purpose of the Graduate Studiesprogram is to advance the mission of the Universitythrough the rigorous pursuit of knowledge and bydeveloping leaders capable of serving the needs of aglobal society.DEGREE OFFERED:Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)Two tracks available:• Education• Family Nurse PractitionerADMISSION REQUIREMENTSFull Admission• The completed Graduate School application form,together with the $35 non-refundable applicationfee and other required documents, should bereceived in the Offi ce of the Registrar by July 1, ifapplying for fall admission, or November 1, if applyingfor spring admission. The applicant shouldindicate on the form the particular program forwhich he/she is applying.• A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accreditedcollege or university is required. A fi naloffi cial transcript, in English, from each schoolattended is required and should be mailed to theOffi ce of the Registrar directly from each institutionattended. The application will become voidif a baccalaureate degree is not earned by thetime of matriculation. Some graduate programsmay require specifi c undergraduate degree orsubset of courses taken as part of undergraduatepreparation.• Overall undergraduate GPA should not be lessthan 3.00. However, individual graduate programsmay have higher requirements. Specifi cgraduate programs may also put additional GPArequirements in the major or certain subset ofundergraduate courses.• Individual graduate programs may require minimumGRE or other standardized tests (appropriateto particular fi eld of study).149• Essay, writing sample, and other requirements asspecifi ed will be determined by individual graduateprograms.• Number and types of recommendation lettersand/or work experience are to be specifi ed byindividual graduate programs.International students must meet the same requirementsas other students applying to a graduateprogram, along with the following requirements:• If English is not the native language, an offi cialTOEFL score is required: 213 on the computerbased; 550 on the paper based; 79 on the internetbased TOEFL. (Offi cial means the scoremust be sent directly from ETS to McMurry). Individualgraduate programs may also put additionalrequirements on TOEFL subsection scores.• Offi cial academic transcripts must show evidenceof completion of international equivalent of bachelor’sdegree.• Individual graduate programs may add additionalrequirements to transcript/degree certifi cation.• International applicants must satisfy all academicadmission requirements before a Form I-20 canbe issued and before they leave their homecountries.• Provide an affi davit of support or a statementfrom the bank of fi nancial responsibility.• A deposit is required for international studentswho wish to live in the residence hall.Conditional AdmissionStudents who do not meet all requirements for fullgraduate admission may be considered for conditionaladmission by the graduate department based on criteriathat demonstrate the applicant’s ability for successin that department’s graduate program. Students whoare admitted conditionally may be restricted to explicitconditions during the fi rst semester of enrollment,including but not limited to, a restricted number ofhours, earned GPA, and/or undergraduate prerequisitework, as required by the Graduate Council. Thestudent will not be permitted to register for the subsequentsemester if prescribed conditions are not met.Tentative AdmissionTentative admission status may be granted temporarilyfor a student who has met all the requirements buthas been unable to provide all the necessary materials,such as a fi nal official transcript for courses inprogress at time of matriculation. Students must beremoved from tentative status before registering forthe subsequent semester. (International students arenot eligible for tentative admission.)Delayed AdmissionThe letter of acceptance provided to the student willbe for the specifi ed semester only. If the studentwishes to delay admission for one long semester, awritten notification must be submitted to the Registrar.The Registrar will notify the appropriate major depart

Graduate Studiesment. If admission is delayed beyond one semester,a new application must be submitted, along with allrequired documents.Non-Degree AdmissionA student may apply as a non-degree student by completingthe non-degree application, which is obtainedat the Registrar’s offi ce, and submitting all offi cialtranscripts. Admission as a non-degree student is nota guarantee of a successful admission into McMurry’sgraduate program for a later term or that the creditsearned as non-degree will count towards the graduatedegree. Some courses require admission to the programand/or departmental approval before enrollingas a non-degree student.The non-degree status is for 1 semester only, not toexceed 9 credit hours. In order to continue takinggraduate courses, the student must be admitted to thegraduate school through the regular graduate admissionprocess. There is no fi nancial aid available fornon-degree status.Re-AdmissionA student who withdraws from classes during a fall orspring semester or who is not enrolled for one longsemester must complete a Readmission Applicationwith the Registrar’s offi ce. Readmission to thegraduate program is subject to the approval of themajor department. Readmission applications shouldbe completed and on fi le with the Registrar’s offi ce atleast 30 days prior to the beginning of the semester inwhich the student wishes to return to McMurry.A student who is not enrolled in the M.S.N programfor a period of 1 year will be required to re-apply foradmission to the program through PHSSN.ACADEMIC PROGRESSAt the conclusion of each fall and spring semester, themajor department evaluates the progress of each studentand determines whether or not good academicstanding has been maintained.Individual departments or programs may have additionalcriteria above the minimum university academicstandards, and, if so, the departmental standardswill be the requirement for determining satisfactoryacademic progress.Academic probationIf the cumulative GPA falls below 3.0 the student isplaced on academic probation. The student mustraise the cumulative GPA to a minimum of 3.0 by theend of the next two successive long semesters. Thestatus of “Academic Probation” will be notated on theoffi cial transcript. A student cannot graduate while onacademic probationAcademic suspensionA student on academic probation who fails to raise thecumulative GPA to 3.0 in the allotted timeframe is thensuspended. A student may be suspended if a grade ofD, F, or WF is earned in any semester.Students must appeal directly to the Graduate Councilto have their academic suspension lifted. The studentmay only be readmitted to the graduate program accordingto the recommendations and approval of themajor department and the Graduate Council.The status of “Academic Suspension” will be notatedon the offi cial transcript. A student cannot enroll orgraduate while on academic suspension.GRADUATE COURSE WORKNo graduate credit will be granted for courses thatwere taken at the undergraduate level or a courseless than the 5000 level, either at McMurry or elsewhere.Students must have an appropriate baccalaureatedegree in order to enroll in graduate levelcourses at McMurry.TIME FOR DEGREE COMPLETIONThe graduate degree must be completed six academicyears from term of initial enrollment in the graduateprogram. Any student who does not graduate withinthe six year time limit must meet the requirements ofthe most current catalog and petition the GraduateCouncil to continue in the graduate program under thenew degree plan.TRANSFER HOURSA limited number of credit hours taken at anotherregionally accredited college or university may beconsidered for transfer if applicable to the student’sgraduate program at McMurry. A maximum numberof six credit hours may be transferred at the graduatelevel. Such credits must be taken within fi veacademic years of initial enrollment, must carry a “B”grade (3.0 on a 4.0 scale), and must be approved bythe major department.WITHDRAWING FROM THE UNIVERSITYIf withdrawing during a semester of enrollment is necessary,the student must obtain the appropriate paperworkfrom the Registrar’s offi ce. The form requiresthe signature of several campus offi ces, including theBusiness and Financial Aid offi ces. If procedure is notfollowed, the student is subject to receiving a gradeof F in all courses. No student may withdraw afterthe last date of withdrawal specifi ed in the academiccalendar.SECOND MASTER’S DEGREEStudents who are either currently enrolled in or havepreviously earned a master’s degree may apply for anadditional master’s degree from McMurry.150

Graduate StudiesApproval of a 2nd master’s degree must meet the followingrequirements:• All requirements for the 2nd master’s degreemust be satisfi ed.• Permission to work on a 2nd master’s degreeconcurrently is subject to approval of the GraduateCouncil.• A total of 24 hours must be earned in residentMcMurry courses for the 2nd master’s degree.• With approval from the major department of the2nd master’s degree, a maximum of 6 hoursearned for the previous master’s degree, may beapplied.• Courses applying to the 2nd degree must carry aminimum “B” grade.• Only non-capstone/thesis/internship credits willbe considered for possible transfer credit.• All credit hours for the 2nd master’s degree mustbe earned within fi ve academic years followingmatriculation.151

MSN DegreePatty Hanks SheltonSchool of NursingNina Ouimette, Associate Professor and DeanIndira Tyler, Interim Graduate DirectorValerie Miller, FNP CoordinatorOffi ces located at:2149 Hickory StreetAbilene, Texas 79601Phone: 325-671-2361Fax: 325-671-2386Email: atoone@phssn.eduWeb: www.acu.edu/grad • www.phssn.eduFacultyJeanne Tucker, InstructorJanet Viola, Associate ProfessorAndrea Cheek, InstructorIntroductionThe mission of the School of Nursing graduateprogram is based on the underlying philosophy andobjectives of the consortium universities. The schoolexists for the purpose of preparing advanced practicenurses equipped with an understanding and conceptualintegration of nursing’s role in today’s complexhealth care environments worldwide.The purpose of the Master of Science in Nursingprogram is to prepare nurses to assume leadershiproles in advanced family nurse practitioner positions,educators, or managers of patient care services withina variety of institutions or health care agencies. In addition,students are guided to incorporate theory andthe research process in a variety of roles and practicalsettings.The graduate program of the Patty Hanks SheltonSchool of Nursing (PHSSN) functions within thestructure of an educational consortium consistingof Abilene Christian University, Hardin SimmonsUniversity. and McMurry University. It offers a Masterof Science in Nursing degree (MSN) with a focus oneducation and administration or family nurse practitioner.The program faculty accepts the underlying philosophyand objectives of the consortium universitiesthat individuals be educationally prepared in a mannerthat promotes the development of intellectual, cultural,moral and religious values.Faculty believe that nursing is a profession that isresponsive to the changing health care needs ofindividuals and is supported by an expanding body ofknowledge. Graduate students, through study andinterdisciplinary collaboration, expand their understandingof health, environment, person and nursingroles.Building upon a baccalaureate nursing education, thefaculty believes that development of critical thinking,communication, clinical skills, creativityand self-direction are essential elements in graduatenursing education. Through the educational processfaculty seek to promote awareness of social, culturaland ethnic diversity, believing it enriches professionalgrowth and development. The collaborativeeducational process between the faculty and studentspromotes progressive mastery and increased learnermaturity. Implicit in advanced practice nursing is theacceptance of accountability for lifelong learning,professional growth, competent practice and effectiveleadership.Program Outcomes1. Demonstrate profi ciency in a specifi c practicearea;2. Develop strategies that incorporate theories andmodels from nursing and related disciplines foradvanced practice;3. Implement scientifi c inquiry to replicate, validateand test theories relevant to nursing;4. Analyze cultural, social, ethical, economic andpolitical perspectives that infl uence the healthcare delivery system;5. Integrate the multi-roles of the nurse for interdisciplinarypractice and advancement of optimumhealth care delivery;6. Integrate critical thinking skills into oral and writtencommunications.Additional Outcomes for the Family NursePractitionerThe program outcomes of the nurse practitioner clinicalconcentration are to prepare nurses to provideprimary care to clients of all ages in a variety of settings.The nurse practitioner has advanced expertisein the promotion and maintenance of optimal wellnessand in the management of acute and chronic commonhealth problems and chronic illnesses. Graduates ofthe MSN program who complete the nurse practitionerclinical concentration should be able to:1. Use the nursing process to deliver advanced,comprehensive primary care to individuals andfamilies throughout the life cycle in a variety ofsettings.2. Assess community health education and serviceneeds and resources and implement appropriateinterventions and programs.3. Collaborate with other health care providers todevelop and implement appropriate treatmentplans for individuals and families in primary settings.4. Establish and implement protocols for consultationwith and referral to physicians.5. Prepare to take a national certifi cation exam andpetition the Board of Nurse Examiners for recognitionas an Advanced Practice Nurse.Applicants for the Master of Science in Nursing degreemust hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degreefrom a regionally accredited school or universitywhose nursing program is NLN or CCNEaccredited.152

Admission RequirementsAdmission criteria are listed in the Graduate SchoolAdmission Requirements section of the catalog.In addition to the general Graduate School requirements,the following criteria will berequired of all applicants to the nursing program.Admission to graduate study in nursing requires meetingthe Academic Standards and the DepartmentalEndorsement requirements as listed below.Academic Standards1. Overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0.2. GPA of 3.0 in all undergraduate course work innursing.3. Entrance test score: Graduate Record Exam(GRE) 850 (minimum) verbal and quantitative;3.5 writing.Departmental EndorsementAdmission to the MSN requires the following to besubmitted to or conducted by the School of Nursing:1. Unencumbered licensure to practice as an RNin Texas and in good standing with the Board ofNurse Examiners.2. Minimum of one year of clinical nursing practice.3. Three letters of recommendation. Recommendationsshould be obtained from supervisors havingknowledge of your clinical skills, work ethic andstyle, and/or professors attesting to your academicachievements and potential success in agraduate nursing program.4. Completion of a PHSSN application sent by theSchool of Nursing.5. Interview with program director.6. For students whose fi rst language is not English,an officially reported Test of English as a ForeignLanguage (TOEFL) score of at least 550 (written).7. A completed PHSSN Health Form and proof ofcurrent immunization status.8. ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certifi cation)is required for students prior to beginningclinical courses.Provisional AdmissionProvisional admission to graduate study in nursingrequires the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) and oneof the two GPA Academic Standards as listed aboveand obtaining Departmental Endorsement. Studentsgranted provisional admission must maintain a 3.0GPA during their fi rst 9 hours of graduate work tobe eligible to receive full admission and to continuegraduate study. The provisional applicant is stronglyencouraged to submit the application and all supportingdocuments by March 1.Academic Standards following Admission:• Must maintain a B average.• Must make a grade of B or higher for promotionin the curriculum.• A grade below C does not meet criteria for promotionin program and results in immediate andpermanent dismissal.• If two Cs are earned, immediate and permanentdismissal will result.MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSINGMcMurry University and PHSSN offer the MSN degreewith a choice of two available tracks:• Education• Family Nurse PractitionerStudents must complete all requirements for theirdegree program within six years of the initial semesterof enrollment.Exit RequirementsThe following criteria must be met to be eligible forgraduation from the MSN program:1. Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale);2. Successful completion of all course work requiredfor the chosen degree.Requirements for the MSN / Education track(33 hrs):All Classes held on Tuesdays.FALL SEMESTERNURS 5230 Adv Pathophysiology INURS 6310 Nursing TheoriesNURS 6320 Nursing ResearchSPRING SEMESTERNURS 5270 Adv Pathophysiology IINURS 6330 Policies and Strategies for HealthCare DeliveryNURS 6342 Advanced Health AssessmentSUMMER SEMESTERNURS 6350 Curriculum Design & DevelopmentNURS 6352 Roles of the Nurse EducatorFALL SEMESTERNURS 6241 Pharmacotherapeutics I for Nursesin Advanced PracticeNURS 6351 Instructional Methods, Testing, &MeasurementsSPRING SEMESTERNURS 6242 Pharmacotherapeutics II for Nursesin Advanced PracticeNURS 6450 Education PracticumMSN Degree153

MSN DegreeRequirements for the MSN / Family NursePractitioner Track (44 hrs):Prerequisite for the MSN for Family Nurse Practitioneris proof of a physical assessment course.1st Year Students – All Classes held onTuesdays.FALL SEMESTERNURS 5230 Adv Pathophysiology INURS 6241 Pharmacotherapeutics I for Nursesin Advanced PracticeNURS 6310 Nursing TheoriesNURS 6320 Nursing ResearchSPRING SEMESTERNURS 5270 Adv Pathophysiology IINURS 6242 Pharmacotherapeutics II for Nursesin Advanced PracticeNURS 6330 Policies and Strategies for HealthCare DeliveryNURS 6342 Advanced Health Assessment2nd Year Students – All Classes held onWednesdays.SUMMER SEMESTERNURS 5301 Medical Spanish INURS 6334 Skills for the Adv Practice NurseIn addition to class, clinicals are held 2 daysa week.These clinicals can be done close to student’s home.FALL SEMESTERNURS 5302 Medical Spanish IINURS 6451 Family Nurse Practioner ISPRING SEMESTERNURS 6340 Role Development for AdvancedPracticeNURS 6452 Family Nurse Practioner IISUMMER SEMESTERNURS 6453 Family Nurse Practioner III154

MSN DegreeMaster of Science in NursingNURS 5230NURS 6310NURS 6320EDUCATION TRACKCOURSESFall SemesterSpring SemesterNURS 5270NURS 6330NURS 6342Summer SemesterNURS 6350NURS 6352NURS 6241NURS 6351Fall SemesterSpring SemesterNURS 6242NURS 6450HOURSTOTAL HOURS 33233233332324NURS 5230NURS 6241NURS 6310NURS 6320FAMILY NURSEPRACTITIONER TRACKCOURSESFall SemesterSpring SemesterNURS 5270NURS 6242NURS 6330NURS 6342Summer SemesterNURS 5301NURS 6334NURS 5302NURS 6451Fall SemesterSpring SemesterNURS 6340NURS 6452HOURS22332233333434Summer SemesterNURS 64534TOTAL HOURS 44155

Graduate Course DescriptionsGraduate Course DescriptionsNURS 5230Advanced Pathophysiology IScientifi c concepts of pathophysiology essential todiagnostic reasoning and clinical management ofdesease states. Emphasis placed on conceptsrelated to genetic, cellular, and biochemicalpathophysiology. Course designed to meet theeducational needs of graduate nursing students.NURS 5270Advanced Pathophysiology IIScientifi c concepts of pathophysiology related todiagnostic reasoning and clinical decision-makingin advanced nursing practice, with emphasis oncommon disease processes affecting major systems.NURS 5301Medical Spanish IAn intensive Spanish class open only to studentsin the PHSSN, composed of grammar review,vocabulary building, and oral Spanish skillsneeded in the medical fi eld.NURS 5302Medical Spanish IIAdvanced medical Spanish class open only tostudents in the PHSSN, composed of grammarreview, vocabulary building, and oral Spanish skillsneeded in the medical fi eld.NURS 6241, 6242Pharmacotherapeutics for Nurses in AdvancedPractice I and IIFocuses on the pharmacologic and pharmacokineticprinciples applicable to frequently prescribeddrugs in advanced nursing practice. The emphasisof study is on pharmacologic agents used in theprevention and man agement of common acute orrecurrent health problems.NURS 6310Nursing Theories for advanced HealthcareDeliveryAnalysis and critique of selected theories fromnursing and other disciplines for application tohealthcare delivery and to advanced nursing practice.NURS 6320Nursing ResearchIntroduces analytical and critical thinking, scientificconcepts, methods and decisions, ethical andlegal concerns, and research techniques essentialto the research process.NURS 6330Policies and strategies for Advanced Healthcare DeliveryFocuses on health policy and the role of the healthprofessions in the development, implementation,and infl uence on advanced healthcare delivery.Factors influencing health policy to be addressedinclude: ethics, demographics, delivery, social,political, scientifi c, fi scal, and other concerns.Health policy is analyzed in relation to cost-effectivenessor cost-benefi t ratio. The effects oftheories and research on health policy, healthcare156programs, priorities of healthcare, source andnumbers of providers, healthcare research, andfunding sources will be addressed.NURS 6334Skills for Advanced Practice NursesBuilds on previous knowledge gained in microbiology,physiology, advanced pathophysiology, andpharmacotherapeutics for nurses in advancedpractice. Focuses on application of laboratorymethods, diagnostic methods, and primary careprodecures for the advanced practice nurse role.NURS 6340Role Development for Advanced PracticeAnalysis of role theories and application to themulti-dimensional roles of the nurse in advancedpractice. Emphasis on integration of theseroles in the healthcare system.NURS 6342Advanced Health AssessmentDevelops and refi nes technical skills, critical thinking,and diagnostic reasoning in performing accuratecomprehensive health assessments. Studentsperform health histories, physical examinations,and selected laboratory tests. Emphasis is ondistinguishing normal variants from pathologicalchanges across the lifespan. (10 clinical hours)NURS 6350Curriculum Design and developmentFocus on concepts and theories basic to contentand curriculum development in an academic orclient-centered setting.NURS 6351Instructional Methods, Testing and MeasurementsProvides an overview of evaluation techniques thatenables nurses to plan and implement a variety ofeducation-related evaluation approaches includingtest construction, item analysis, teaching effectivenessand clinical performance appraisals. Emphasisis on classroom/clinical instruction and evaluationand includes instructional technology.NURS 6352Roles of the Nurse EducatorStudents will examine the various activities inherrentin the role of the nurse educator with emphasison the development and use of traditional andcreative teaching and evaluation methods.NURS 6450Education PracticumPractical experiences that apply teaching/learningprinciples and theories, and evaluation methods inclassroom and clinical settings. Practicum issupervised by experienced faculty and includesseminar discussion focusing on solution to contemporaryissues in nursing education.NURS 6451Family Nurse Practitioner IStudy of the major concepts and therapiesnecessary to implement the FNP role in primaryhealthcare. Emphasis is on analysis and applicationof research, theories, health policy, and clinicalskills essential to health promotion, diseaseprevention, and early detection and managementof health problems across the lifespan. Clinical experiences in selected primary care sites.(228 clinical hours)

Graduate Course DescriptionsNURS 6452Family Nurse Practitioner IIProgressive analysis of concepts and therapiesused in the assessment and management of acuteand chronic health issues of women and pediatricclients. Exploration of professional, legal, cultural,and ethical issues relating to these special populations.Clinical experiences relating to obstetrics,gynecology, and pediatrics are emphasized.(228 clinical hours)NURS 6453Family Nurse Practitioner IIIProgressive analysis of concepts and therapiesused in the assessment and management of thegeriatric client. Clinical practicum in selectedprimary health sites provide the opportunity toexplore and apply knowledge and skills in guidedfamily practice context. This fi nal clinical course inthe FNP track requires students to integrate andapply all previous attained knowledge relating tothe APN roles. (144 clinical hours)NURS 6X99Special Topics (1-3 hours credit)Designed to meet special needs of individuals orspecial students. Offered as needed. May berepeated when topics is changed.157

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Course Descriptions - UndergraduateCourse Descriptions - UndergraduateACCOUNTINGACCT 2310Financial Accounting (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Anintroduction to accounting as a device for reporting businessactivity. The underlying principles of accounting are studiedin addition to the construction and interpretation of fi nancialstatements as they apply to corporations. (Spring, Fall)(TCCN ACCT 2301)ACCT 3303Accounting Systems (3-0) Prerequisite: ACCT 2310. A studyof information systems and of their role in the performance ofthe accounting function in business organizations; patterns offl ow of accounting data and information in business; the principleof internal control; the use of computers in accountinginformation. (Spring)ACCT 3305Managerial Accounting (3-0) Prerequisite: ACCT 2310. Themanagerial uses of accounting data; analysis and interpretationof accounting reports; cost control, and methods of measuringperformance. May not be used to complete degree requirementsin Accounting concentration. (Fall)ACCT 3307Fund Accounting (3-0) Prerequisite: ACCT 2310. The applicationof accounting principles to governmental units, other not-forprofitinstitutions. A presentation of “fund” accounting includingbudgets and reports. (Spring even years)ACCT 3311Intermediate Accounting I (3-0) Prerequisite: ACCT 2310.The development of accounting theory with emphasis given togenerally accepted accounting principles as applied to the balancesheet, the income and retained earnings statements, therecording process, current assets, current liabilities, and longterminvestments. (Fall)ACCT 3312Intermediate Accounting II (3-0) Prerequisite: ACCT 3311.A continuation of accounting theory as applied to plant andequipment, intangible assets, long-term liabilities, capital stock,retained earnings, and statement analysis. (Spring)ACCT 3330Cost Accounting (3-0) Prerequisite: ACCT 2310. Applicationsof concepts of cost and managerial accounting in providingcost data for planning and controlling routine manufacturing,productive and supporting operations, The course emphasizesthe relevance of cost concepts to modern decision tools.(Spring)sues, locate and evaluate diverse sources of authority, reachconclusions, and make recommendations. The course placesan emphasis on the use of online databases and computerizedresearch tactics. Also covers ethical issues and professionalresponsibility of tax return preparers. (Spring even years)ACCT 4370Topics in Advanced Accounting (3-0) Prerequisite: ACCT3312. Accounting theory as applied to partnerships, bankruptcy,multinational transactions, and derivative instruments . Includesresearch project(s) using FASB Codifi cation and other authoritativesources. (Fall)ACCT 4371Advanced Accounting (3-0) Prerequisite: ACCT 3312.Accounting theory as applied to combined corporate entities.Includes research project(s) using FASB Codifi cation and otherauthoritative sources. (Spring).ACCT 4X88Internship (variable credit) A pre-approved and supervisedwork experience designed to supplement academic training.Credit may be granted for one, two, or three semester hours.A student completing a dual concentration could be eligible foran internship in each concentration; however, a separate internshipwork experience would be required for each concentration.Interested students should discuss this course with the Directorof Business Internships. (Spring, Fall)ACCT 4390Auditing Theory And Practice (3-0) Prerequisite: ACCT3312, B A 3370, ACCT 3303. Introduction to audit theoryand the nature of auditing. Emphasis on understanding the accountingprofession and the relationship between the fi rm, theauditor, and external users of fi nancial statements; as well as,developing the skills and knowledge to become an auditor.(Fall)ACCT 4X95Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisites: Seniorstanding and consent of the Dean. A study program arrangedbetween an advanced student and an instructor to provideintensive study in a particular area of interest. The courseincludes a defi nition of goals appropriate for the advanced student,ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequentconsultation, and means of measuring progress.(By arrangement)ACCT XX99Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permission ofinstructor. A course of study offered occasionally to groupsof students to broaden departmental curriculum, to meetstudent demand, or to observe special events. May be repeatedfor credit when topics vary.ARTACCT 3370Introduction To Taxation (3-0) Prerequisite: ACCT 2310. Anintroduction to the taxation of individuals and fundamental taxprovisions applicable to all taxable entities. These provisionsinclude gain and loss recognition basis, capital gains, and businessexpenses. (Fall)ACCT 4360Advanced Topics In Taxation (3-0) Prerequisite: ACCT3370. Advanced phases of taxation to include; fi duciary, part -nership and corporate problems. Also covers estateand gift taxation. (Spring odd years)ACCT 4365Federal Tax Research (3-0) Prerequisite: ACCT 3370.Fundamentals of research procedures used to identify tax is-ART 1300Exploring the Visual Arts (3-0) Prerequisites: None. A requiredcourse for BFA, BA, and Art Minor, fulfi lls general educationrequirements in Fine arts. This course is for any studentinterested in visual cultural enrichment. It is an overview of howto look at art and a basic understanding of what is involved inthe creation, analysis and appreciation of any particular work ofart. Examples of art from around the world and from the past topresent will be studied in image-based lectures, discussions, demonstrations,hands-on activities and fi eld trips to art galleriesand museums. (Fall, Spring, Summer) (TCCN ARTS 1301)ART 1310Elements of Design I (0-6) Prerequisites: None. Required forBFA, BA, Art Minor. A foundation course for all Art majors andminors. The basic concepts of composition and relationships of159

Course Descriptions - UndergraduateART 3323Non-European Art (3-0) Prerequisites: ART 1300 or permissionof instructor. See 3322. Creates a cultural bridge to betterunderstanding of some ancient and emerging nations in thechanging world. Includes art of Asia, Africa, Oceania, and theAmericas. Also includes recent archaeological fi nds, contemspace,form, light, color, shape and texture are explored inassignments. The students will critique and evaluate their designs.The students will recognize composition, art element,and principles used by other artists. (Fall, Spring)(TCCN ARTS 1311)ART 1313Basic Pottery (0-6) Prerequisites: None. Required for BFA,BA, and minor in Art. The study of line, form, space, texture,and the art principles applied to ceramics. An introduction toceramic processes and personal self-expression, to include imagebased lecture, slides, fi eld trips, demonstrations, and studiowork. Students will evaluate their art and research and respondto, historic and contemporary works of art made using ceramics.Basic techniques in the use of clay, including handbuilding,throwing on the potter’s wheel, glazing and fi ring, will be covered.A materials fee is charged for this course.(Spring) (TCCN ARTS 2346)ART 2300Fundamentals of Drawing (0-6) Prerequisites: None. Requiredfor BFA, BA optional for minor in Art. This basic artcourse explains visual awareness and prepares the student tosolve problems in drawing. Technical skill are developed in theuse of black and white media, linear and aerial perspective,shading, proportion, texture and structure analysis. (Fall)(TCCN ARTS 1316)ART 2301Art History I (3-0) Prerequisites: ART 1300 or permission ofinstructor. Required for BFA, optional elective for BA. Surveyof Western European and non-European art history from Prehistoricto Gothic: painting, sculpture, architecture, and decorativeart forms typical of each period—and their artistic signifi -cance— as records of the spiritual and social evolution of humankind.Image-based lectures, discussions, quizzes, exams,DVD’s/videos, fi eld trips to museums and galleries. (Fall)(TCCN ARTS 1303)ART 2302Art History II (3-0) Prerequisite: ART 1300. Required coursefor BFA, choice for BA. Survey of Western European and non-European art history from proto-Renaissance to Modern times:painting, sculpture, architecture, and decorative art forms typicalof each period—and their artistic signifi cance—as records of thespiritual and social evolution of humankind. Image-based lectures,discussions, quizzes, exams, DVD’s/videos, fi eld trips tomuseums and galleries. (Spring) (TCCN ARTS 1304)ART 2304Creative Drawing (0-6) Prerequisites: None. Required for BFA,optional for minor in Art, optional elective for BA. This courseteaches creative and expressive use of the technical skillslearned in Fundamentals of Drawing. A variety of drawing mediais used to further develop the conceptual and aesthetic aspectsof students’ drawings. (Spring even years) (TCCN ARTS 1317)ART 2310Painting I (0-6) Prerequisites: ART 1310, 2300 or 2304, orpermission of instructor. Required for BFA, BA, optional forminor in Art. Emphasis on fundamentals of painting techniques,stretching canvases, composition, color, spatial illusion, andstudy of artists related to studio problems. Expressive interpretationin acrylic from still life, landscape, abstraction and/or nonobjective.Lectures, slides, videos, studio work, critiques, fi eldtrips and demonstration are involved in this painting course.(Spring) (TCCN ARTS 2316)and decoration and aesthetic judgments. Lectures, slides, videos,studio work, critiques and demonstration are involved inthis pottery course. (Fall)ART 2314Techniques in Handbuilding (0-6) Prerequisites: ART 1313 orpermission of instructor. An investigation of slab, pinch, coil andother alternative methods to the potter’s wheel, to develop formsand textures in functional and sculptural forms. Lectures, images,studio work, research and critiques are involved in this potterycourse. (Spring even years)ART 2321Three-Dimensional Design (0-6) Prerequisites: ART 1310 orpermission of instructor. Required for BFA and BA. Study ofline, form, space and texture in three-dimensional materials andconcepts. Study of artists related to class studio problems,through slides, lectures, critiques, videos, field trips to museumsand galleries. A materials fee is charged for this course.(Spring odd years, and as needed) (TCCN ARTS 2311)ART 2323Fundamentals of Photography (0-3) Prerequisites: None.The introduction to the use of 35mm single lens reflex cameras.Visual and technical aspects of photography emphasized. Extensiveinstruction on darkroom procedures culmination in thepreparation of a student photographic portfolio of photographstaken and printed during the class. Lecture and lab 6 hours aweek. A materials fee is charged for this course.(Fall, Spring as needed.) (TCCN ARTS 2356)ART 3310,3320Life Drawing I and II (0-6) Prerequisites: ART 2300 or 2304or permission of instructor. Drawing of the human fi gure in avariety of media. Problems in construction and composition ofthe fi gure, drawing from skeleton and live models.(Spring odd years)ART 3315Ceramic Sculpture (0-6) Prerequisites: ART 1313 or permissionof instructor. The use of clay as a sculptural media not associatedwith the “vessel” tradition. Contemporary use of clay toinclude a variety of fi ring, glazing and alternative fi nishing techniques.Study of artists related to class studio problems, throughslides, lectures, critiques, videos, fi eld trips to museums and galleries.A materials fee is charged for this course.(Spring odd years)ART 3321Painting II; Still Life Painting (0-6) Prerequisites: ART 2310or permission of instructor. Designed to give students a thoroughknowledge of the procedures in depicting form, volume,the illusion of space and depth, and the behavior of color, value,and texture under controlled studio lighting. Emphasis is placedon a strong composition, emotional impact, communicationof ideas, creating a mood, and the congruity of technique.(Fall odd years)ART 3322Modern Art History (3-0) Prerequisites: ART 1300 or permissionof instructor. Survey covering pre-Modern to ContemporaryArt: European and non-European artists, architects, andothers of international importance who are typical of a multitudeof art movements around the world.—and their artistic signifi -cance—as records of aesthetic expression of humankind.Image-based lectures, discussions, CD Rom’s, videos and fi eldtrips to museums and galleries. (Fall odd years)ART 2313Techniques in Wheel Throwing (0-6) Prerequisites:ART 1313 or permission of instructor. A refi ning of the basicskills in the use of the potter’s wheel learned in Basic Pottery.The students should learn the importance of form to function160

porary trends and past histories that have already infl uencedthe art of Western Civilization in image-based lectures, discussions,CD ROM’s, videos and fi eld trips to museum and galleries.(Fall even years)ART 3328Advanced Photography (0-3) Prerequisites: ART 2323 orconsent of instructor. In-depth study of the finer points ofcreative photography. Emphasis on exposure controls anddepth of fi eld. Darkroom production of fi ne arts prints. Exploringdigital and medium format photography. Studio photography,digital photography, and portfolio preparation for seniorshow. Lecture and lab 6 hours a week. A materials fee ischarged for this course. (Spring, Fall as needed.)ART 3330Computer Graphics Design (3-0) Prerequisite: suggestedART 1310. Required for BFA, optional advanced art elective forBA or Art minor. A studio course designed to introduce languagesand methods of using the computer to generate images.The course explores alternative image making and problemsolving using Macintosh computer programs as applied to thevisual arts. Illustrator, Photoshop, and other programs are usedto generate images. The image as communication will be emphasizedwhile introducing layout and design. A materials fee ischarged for this course. (Fall, Spring)ART 3334Desktop Publishing (3-0) Prerequisite: ART 1310. A studiocourse designed to address the creation of print published materials.The course will emphasize developing layout and designskills for newspaper, direct-mail, magazine, brochure, web design,PDF, and book publishing. Adobe InDesign and Photoshopare used. A materials fee is charged for this course.(Spring)ART 3336Special Topics in Graphic Design (3-0) Prerequisites: ART3330, or permission from instructor. A studio course designed toaddress two topics in graphic design. (1) Computer illustration -logos, fonts, and symbol systems. (2) Packaging - retail,grocery, and clothing packages. May be repeated for creditas topics change. A materials fee is charged for this course.(Fall, Spring)ART 3340Painting III Advanced Painting (0-6) Prerequisites:ART 2310 or permission of instructor. An advanced study ofaesthetic principles, composition and color. Emphasis on conceptualdevelopment with more individual choice of pictorial interpretation.Course includes study techniques and images offamous and regional painters through slide/lectures, CD ROM’s,videos and fi eld trips to museums and galleries. (Fall)ART 3360Secondary School Art (0-6) Suggested prerequisite:ART 3370. Students will develop: insight into the appreciationof historical and contemporary art; develop skills in selective artmedia; become familiar with child development in art and withart terminology; and learn how to motivate, guide, evaluate andexhibit 5-12 grade students’ art works.(Spring odd years, and as needed)ART 3370Elementary School Art (0-6) Prerequisite: suggestedART 1300. Students will develop: insight into the appreciation ofhistorical and contemporary art; develop skills in selective artmedia; become familiar with child development in art and withart terminology; and learn how to motivate, guide, evaluate andexhibit EC – 6 grade students’ art works. (Fall, and as needed)ART 3390Gallery Practices (3-0) Prerequisites: ART 1300 or permissionof instructor. This course includes 70 clock hours of gallery161Course Descriptions - Undergraduateinternship. Students will explore art careers, especially ingallery and museum settings, as well as, familiarize studentswith professional display of their art work. Students will gainhands-on experience in curating art exhibits, hanging shows,labeling, lighting, hosting, and publicizing exhibits at McMurryUniversity’s Amy Graves Ryan Fine Art Gallery and area galleriesand museums. This is to be taken sophomore or junioryear. (Spring)ART 3391Jewelry Design (0-6) Prerequisite: suggested ART 2321.Optional advanced art elective for BFA, BA, and Art minors.Optional art concentration area for BFA. The design andconstruction of contemporary jewelry and study of historicaldesigns and usage. Processes include fabrication and casting.Emphasis placed on originality and craftsmanship.(Spring)ART 4313Clay and Glaze Calculation and Kilnbuilding (0-6)Prerequisite: ART 1313. The students will learn to calculateglazes and clay bodies to achieve specific results. The studentswill develop a notebook and examples of raku, cone 05, cone 6,and cone 10 glazes and clay bodies. The student will becomeaware of the uses of the individual minerals that comprise aglaze, clay body and their function. The student will gain amore thorough understanding of the fi ring processes by fi ringbisque, raku, lowfi re, cone 6, and cone kilns. A materials fee isharged for this course. (Spring odd years, and as needed)ART 4335Painting IV Special Topics (3-0) Prerequisitess: ART 1310and ART 2310 or permission of instructor. Suggested prerequisiteis ART 3310 or ART 3320 (life drawing). Designed to givestudents a thorough knowledge of the procedures in depictingform, volume, the illusion of space and depth, and the behaviorof color, value, and texture under controlled studio lighting, paintingfrom a model and through painting on location. Emphasisis placed on a strong composition, emotional impact, communicationof ideas, creating a mood, capturing a likeness, and thecongruity of technique. Various painting media will be explored.This course may be repeated as topics change.(Fall, and as needed)ART 4390Professional Practices/Internship (3-0) Prerequisites: ART3330, MMA 2310, senior standing, or permission of instructor.Required for BA and BFA art majors. This course inludes 50hours of ar internship. Senior art students are prepared for aprofessional exhibition of his/her art work. It also prepares thestudent for job interviews, opening a private studio, applying tograduate school and entering professional competitions. Theinternship hours in this course provides opportunity for studentsto gain actual experience through on-the-job assignments in anart or graphics related concern or business.(Fall, and as needed)ART 4X95Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisite: permissionof instructor. A study program arranged between an advancedstudent and the instructor to provide intensive study in aparticular area of interest. The course includes a defi nition ofgoals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attainingthose goals, a schedule for frequent consultation and a meansof measuring progress. A materials fee may be charged for thiscourse. (By arrangement)ART 4X96*Honors Tutorial (Variable Credit)An in-depth study, which may be related to an upper-level artcourse, taken with concurrent enrollment, or after successfulcompletion of the course. The Honors Tutorial may be repeated

Course Descriptions - Undergraduatefor credit, not to exceed 4 hours of combined credit. Honorsstudents should complete the Honors Tutorial the semester priorto the Honors Thesis, ART 4X97.ART 4X97*Honors Thesis (Variable Credit)This course represents the senior project for honors studentsin the Art Department. Following completion of the HonorsTutorial, the student will design, execute and present orally, andin writing, a research project which explores an issue or conceptin Art.ART XX99Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: permission ofinstructor. A course of study offered occasionally to groups ofstudents to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet studentdemand, to observe special departmental curriculum, or toobserve special events. May be repeated for credit whentopics vary. A materials fee may be charged for this course.(As needed)BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONBA 1310BA 3350BA 3370BA 3371BA 4370BA 4380BA 4385Contemporary Business (3-0) Prerequisite: None. Surveyof the functional areas of business with special emphasis on therole of business in society, business careers and techniques ofanalysis used in business. (Fall, Spring) (TCCN BUSI 1301)Entrepreneurship (3-0) Prerequisite: None. The planning andoperation of a small business enterprise. It will include site location,fi nancial aspects of starting a business, sources of informationand aid for the entrepreneur, common management problems,and practical methods of controlling expenses and buildingvolume. (Spring)Business Statistics (3-0) Prerequisite: MATH 1311. Descriptivestatistical measures, probability distributions, sampling, inference,chi-square and non-parametric methods, regressionand correlation, and time series and analysis. (Spring, Fall)Decision Sciences for Business (3-0) Prerequisite: B A3370. Survey and analysis of major mathematics and statisticaltechniques useful in modern business. (Spring)Business Law (3-0) Prerequisites: Junior or Senior standing orconsent of the instructor. Historical development of law, courtprocedure, torts, contracts, ethics, business entities, UniformCommercial Code and legal environment of business. Thiscourse is recommended for pre-law students. (Fall)Commercial Law (3-0) Prerequisites: Junior or Seniorstanding or consent of the instructor. It is recommended thatstudents have taken BA 4370, Business Law, prior to takingBA 4380. Business entities, commercial paper, Uniform CommercialCode, administrative law, property and agency. Thiscourse is recommended for students in the Accounting concentrationand for pre-law students. (Spring)Ethics in Business and Society (3-0) Prerequisites: Junior orSenior standing or consent of the instructor. To provide studentswith an opportunity to explore the issues of integrity, moral reasoning,independence and objectivity as they apply to legal andsocial issues that impact strategic decision making for institutionsand organizations. (Fall, Spring)BA 4390BA 4X95BA XX99Strategic Management: Strategy and Decision Making(3-0) Prerequisites: MGMT 3310, MKTG 3370, ACCT 2310,ECON 2320, FIN 3340, B A 3370, and senior standing, or consentof the instructor. This course integrates the functionalareas of business from the management point of view. Emphasison the role of management in formulation of strategy, longrange planning and decision making. This is the capstonecourse for Business. Enrollment is limited with preference givento graduating seniors. (Fall, Spring)Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisites: Seniorstanding and consent of the Dean. A study program arrangedbetween an advanced student and an instructor to provideintensive study in a particular area of interest. The courseincludes a defi nition of goals appropriate for the advanced student,ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequentconsultation, and means of measuring progress.(By arrangement)Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permission ofinstructor. A course of study offered occasionally to groups ofstudents to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet studentdemand, or to observe special events. May be repeated forcredit when topics vary. (By arrangement)BILINGUAL EDUCATIONBIED 3301Advanced Conversation and Phonetics (3-0) Prerequisites:SPAN 2320. Designed to strengthen speaking skills and oralcomprehension. Oral practice is based in part on dramaticreadings in class. (Spring odd years)(Required for Bilingual Education Generalist EC-6)BIED 3331Grammar and Composition (3-0) Prerequisites: SPAN 2320An in-depth study of the grammatical structure of Spanish withemphasis on idiomatic expressions, syntax and the developmentof an individual literary style. (Fall)(Required for Bilingual Education Generalist EC-6)BIED 3336Hispanic Culture and Civilization (3-0) Prerequisite: SPAN2320, SPAN 3331 or departmental approval. A study of Iberianand Spanish American patterns of civilization. Key aspects ofHispanic history, economy, art, political life, and cultural topographyare studied. (Fall odd years)BIED 3375Mexico (3-0) Prerequisites: 6 hours of lower level history. Thehistory of Mexico from prehistoric times to the present; political,economic, social, and intellectual development; United States-Mexican relations. (Also cross-listed as HIST 3375)(Fall odd years)(Required for Bilingual Education Generalist EC-6)BIED 4322Spanish Linguistics (3-0) Prerequisites: SPAN 2320, SPAN 3331or departmental approval. A study of the contrastive linguisticsof Spanish and English. Acquaints students with the basics ofdescriptive, applied, psycho- and sociolinguistics.(Spring odd years)(Required for Bilingual Education Generalist EC- 6)162

BIED 4335Spanish for Teachers and Majors (3-0) Prerequisites: AllElementary, Intermediate and advanced courses or departmentalapproval. A practicum in language mastery. Prospectiveteachers learn theories, principles, strategies, techniques,and practical applications on how language is introduced andtaught in meaningful contexts, it will assist the future teacher todevelop a personal philosophy of language learning and teaching,suggestions for planning, teaching and assessment. Prospectiveteachers must demonstrate preparedness to pass staterequired tests for certifi cation. This is the capstone course forSpanish. (Spring even years)BIED 4X95Independent Studies (3-0) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.A study program arranged between an advanced studentand an instructor to provide intensive study in a particulararea of interest. The course includes a defi nition of goals appropriatefor the advanced student, ways of attaining thosegoals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and means of measuringprogress.BIED XX99Special Topics (3-0) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. Astudy offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden departmentalcurriculum, to meet student demand, or to observespecial events. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.BIOMEDICAL SCIENCEBIMS 1101Biology of Unicellular Organisms Lab (0-3). Prerequisites:Successful completion of (or concurrent enrollment in) BIOL1301, or permission of instructor. This is a required course forthe B.S. in Biomedical Science major. An introduction to themethods used for studying unicellular organisms. Open-endedinvestigative projects culminate in faculty review of poster presentations.(Fall)BIMS 1300Introduction to Scientific Research (3-0). Prerequisites:None. This is a required course for the B.S. in Biomedical Sciencemajor. This course satisfi es the general education requirementfor Critical Reasoning. An introduction to the process ofobservation, thought, analysis, and reasoning central to scienceand research. Various approaches to qualitative and quantitativescientifi c investigation and ethical decisions in science areemphasized. These elements are illustrated in a studentdesignedcourse project. (Spring) (TCCN BIOL 1306)BIMS 3410Microbiology (3-3) Prerequisites: BIOL 1301, CHEM 1410 andCHEM 1420. This is a required course for majors in BiomedicalScience. An introduction to the morphology,physiology, genetics, growth, pathogenicity, and controlof microbes, and also immunological interactions betweenmicrobes and man. (Fall, Spring)BIMS 3430Human Physiology (3-3) Prerequisites: (BIOL 1301 andeither BIOL 3410 or BIOL 3460) or (BIOL 1403 and BIOL 3440)or (BIOL 2401 and BIOL 2402). Designed for majors and minors.A study of the function and chemistry of organ systemsof the human body using experimental approaches and computersimulations. (Spring)BIMS 4000Junior Exam (0-0). Prerequisite: Junior standing.This is a required course for the B.S. in Biomedical Sciencemajor. BIMS majors are required to take basic knowledge testsover foundational principles of biology to qualify for advanced163Course Descriptions - Undergraduateprojects upon entrance into BIMS 4201 BIMS Senior Capstone.Tests may be taken repeatedly until satisfactory scores areachieved. This course is pass/fail. (Fall, Spring)BIMS 4120Molecular and Cellular Biology Laboratory (0-3). Prerequisites:Completion of (or concurrent enrollment in) BIOL 4320, orpermission of instructor. This is a required course for the B.S. inBiomedical Science and Biochemistry majors. An introductionto basic laboratory techniques used for the study of cells,organelles, and molecules. Methods will be taught throughexperimental approaches, culminating in the reporting of thefi ndings in a scientifi c format. (Fall)BIMS 4201BIMS Capstone Experience (1-3). Prerequisites: Seniorstanding and completion of BIMS 4250 and BIMS 4000, or approvalof the dean. This course is required for the B.S. in BiomedicalScience major. Participation in a capstone experiencein the biological sciences, which integrates knowledge fromcourse work and culminates in observations, data handling, andanalysis to be used for completing a writing assignment in BIOL4101. Capstone experiences may consist of original research,experience obtained in internships, summer research experiences,or other appropriate activities. (Fall, Spring)BIMS 4320Molecular and Cellular Biology (3-0) Prerequisites: CHEM3410, and CHEM 3420. This is a required course for the B.S. inBiomedical Science and Biochemistry majors. A study of biol -ogy at the cellular and molecular level. Topics drawn from theanatomy and physiology of eukaryotic cells, gene expressionand regulation, energy transformation, organelle function andbiosynthesis, growth and division, intracellular transport, cellsignaling, and the development of tissues and multicellularorganisms. (Fall)BIMS 4X91Advanced Topics in Microbiology and Public Health (3-0/3)Prerequisites: BIOL 3410, and other courses as appropriate tothe topic offered. An elective course for the Biomedical Sciencemajor designed to discuss and explore specialized topics inmicrobiology and/or public health with special attention to healthand disease. Potential courses include Epidemiology, MedicalMicrobiology, immunology, Virology, Bacterial Physiology, FoodMicrobiology, and other specialized courses. (As needed)BIMS 4X92Advanced Topics in Molecular Biology and Genetics (3-0/3)Prerequisites: BIOL 3460, and other courses as appropriate tothe topic offered. An elective course for the Biomedical Sciencemajor designed to discuss and explore specialized topics inmolecular biology and/or genetics with special attention tohealth and disease. Potential courses include Advanced Genetics,Genetic Engineering, Cell Signaling Mechanisms, Bioinformatics,Cancer Biology, and other specialized courses.(As needed)BIOLOGYBIOL 1301Biology of Unicellular Organisms (3-0) Prerequisites: None.An introductory level course intended to familiarize studentswith the nature of cells and the diversity, heredity, physiology,ecology, and evolution of unicellular organisms. This courseis required for the Biology, Biomedical Science, Biochemistry,and Life Science majors. Biomedical Sciences majors arerequired to take BIMS 1101 Biology of Unicellular OrganismsLaboratory. (Fall, Spring) (TCCN BIOL 1307)BIOL 1401Principles of Biology (3-3) Prerequisites: None. Designedas a course for general education credit in Natural Science for

Course Descriptions - Undergraduatenon-majors. An introduction to the fundamental principles andprocesses of life, including the diversity of life, the nature ofcells, the principles of heredity basic organismal physiologyevolution, and the interdependence of life. (Fall, Spring)(TCCN BIOL 1408)BIOL 1402Biology of Plants (3-3) Prerequisites: None. Designed forBiology and Life Science majors, and Biology minor. A beginningcourse in botany emphasizing plant cells and tissues,development, genetics, physiology, and evolution. The lifecycles and major phyla of algae and green plants discussed inthe ecological and phylogenetic framework. (Fall)(TCCN BIOL 1411)BIOL 1403Biology of Animals (3-3) Prerequisites: None. Designed forBiology and Life Science majors, and Biology minor. A beginningcourse in zoology emphasizing animal cells and tissues, development,genetics, physiology, and evolution. The major phyla ofanimals are used as examples. (Spring) (TCCN BIOL 1413)BIOL 2110Environmental Seminar (1-0). Prerequisites: BIOL 1402and BIOL 1403. This is a required course for the Biology major.A course designed to discuss and explore current & classicalissues in environmental biology. Topics covered may includethe biodiversity crisis, the ethics of habitat management &protection, global warming, conservation biology & wildlife management,pollution and sustainable resource management.(Spring)BIOL 2401Anatomy and Physiology I (3-3) Prerequisites: None. Creditwill not count toward the Biology or Biomedical Science majors,but this course is required for degrees in Nursing, Exercise Science& Human Performance, and Life Sciences, and for studentspursuing athletic trainer certifi cation. A study of cells,tissues, and cellular processes of the human body, as well asthe structure and function of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular,nervous, and endocrine systems. Laboratory emphasis onskeletal and muscular systems. (Fall) (TCCN BIOL 2401)BIOL 2402Anatomy and Physiology II (3-3) Prerequisites: BIOL 2401 orpermission of the instructor. Credit will not count toward theBiology or Biomedical Science majors. A study of the structureand function of the digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic,urinary, and reproductive systems of the human body.Laboratory emphasis on physiology of organ systems. (Spring)(TCCN BIOL 2402)BIOL 3403Foundations of Microbiology (3-3) Prerequisites: One semesterof college science or permission of the instructor. Intendedfor students in allied health, teaching fi elds, and other non-majors.This course will not count for credit toward a biology majoror minor or a biomedical science major. It will satisfy requirementsfor the Life Sciences major. A survey of microorganismswith emphasis on their roles in human health and diseaseincluding taxonomy, modes of transmission, pathogenesis,and chemotherapy. Laboratory topics focus on sampling, safehandling, microscopic examination, culturing, sensitivity testing,and methods for controlling microbial contamination.(Spring, Summer)BIOL 3440Comparative Anatomy (3-3). Prerequisite: BIOL 1403.Designed for Biology and Life Science majors, and Biologyminors. A comparative study of the anatomy and phylogeny ofthe vertebrate organ systems. (Fall)BIOL 3460Genetics (3-3) Prerequisites: BIOL 1301, or BIOL 1402 or BIOL1403, and 8 hours of Chemistry. Designed for Biology, BiomedicalScience, Life Science majors, and Biology minors. Astudy of genes and their action. This course incorporatesclassical Mendelian, population, and molecular genetics. (Fall)BIOL 4101Biological Literature (1-0). Prerequisites: Completion of, orconcurrent enrollment in, BIOL 4201 or BIMS 4201. An introductionto current research and literature in the biologicalsciences, with a focus on the skills required to read and writescientific literature. Topics will include the various levels andstyles of scientifi c writing, ethical conduct in science communication,and the methods and skills required for preparing effectiveoral, poster, and paper presentations of a scientifi c nature.(Fall, Spring)BIOL 4201BIOL Capstone Experience (1-3). Prerequisites: Seniorstanding and completion of the major requirements for the biologydegree, or approval of the dean. This course is required forthe B.S. in Biology and B.S. in Life Science majors. Participationin a capstone experience in the biological sciences, whichintegrates knowledge from course work and culminates inobservations, data, and analysis to be used for completing awriting assignment in BIOL 4101. Capstone experiences mayconsist of original research, internships, summer research experiences,science pedagogy research, or other appropriate activities.(Fall, Spring)BIOL 4340Biology Field Studies Prerequisites: 7 hours of BIOL andpermission of instructor. Designed for Biology and Life Sciencemajors, and Biology minors. A study of the flora, fauna, landforms,and ecology of selected sites primarily in the Southwestand Mexico. Classroom studies and an extended field trip offersopportunities to view plants and wildlife in natural settings.(As needed)BIOL 4360Evolution (3-0). Prerequisite: BIOL 3460. This course isdesigned to introduce and explore one of the fundamental principlesin biology - evolution. Topics deal with the genesis ofevolutionary thought, the processes by which natural populationsevolve, and the methods that have been used to investigateevolutionary hypotheses. (Fall odd years)BIOL 4430Ecology (3-3) Prerequisites: BIOL 1301, 1402, 1403. Designedfor Biology and Life Science majors, and Biology minors.Qualitative and quantitative studies of the interrelationshipsexisting between plants and animals and their environments.Laboratory work involves fi eld collections, data analyses, andstudies of plants and animals in different ecosystems. Field triprequired. (Spring)BIOL 4450Advanced Botany (3-3) Prerequisite: BIOL 1402. Designedfor Biology and Life Science majors, and Biology minors. Astudy of major botanical fi elds with an emphasis on fl oweringplants. Topics included are plant systematics, phylogeneticmethods, origin, diversifi cation, and diversity of vascular plants,evolution, and economic botany. This course is taught as acombination lecture and laboratory course. (Spring odd years)BIOL 4X91Advanced Topics in Botany (3-0/3). Prerequisite: BIOL1402 or BIOL 1301. This course is designed to discuss andexplore specialized topics in botany. Potential courses includeMedical Botany, Plant Anatomy and Physiology, Paleobotany,Economic Botany, and other specialized courses. (As needed)164

BIOL 4X92Advanced Topics in Zoology (3-0/3). Prerequisite: BIOL1403. This course is designed to discuss and explore specializedtopics in zoology. Potential courses include entomology,invertebrate biology, mammalogy, ornithology, and other specializedcourses. (As needed)BIOL 4X95Independent Studies. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.Designed for majors. A study program or research arrangedbetween an advanced student and an instructor to provideintensive study or investigation in a particular area of interest.The course includes a defi nition of goals appropriate for the student,ways of attaining those goals, a schedule of frequentconsultation, and means of measuring progress. (As needed)BIOL 4X96*Biology Honors Tutorial. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.Designed for Biology Honors participants. This courseprovides opportunities for investigations related to an upperlevelbiology course (with current enrollment) or as a separateindependent study. This course may be repeated. (As needed)BIOL 4X97*Biology Honors Research. Prerequisite: Permission ofinstructor. Designed for Biology Honors participants. Thiscourse provides an opportunity to pursue a research topicunder the direction of a biology faculty member, resulting in afi nal presentation to an appropriate audience. (as needed)BIOL XX99Special Topics. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Designedfor majors. A course of study offered occasionally togroups of students to broaden department curriculum, to meetstudent demand, or to observe special events. May be repeatedfor credit when topics vary. (As needed)CHEMISTRYCHEM 1400Chemistry in Society (3-3) Prerequisites: None. Designed asa course for McMurry general education credit in Natural Sciencefor students who do not major or minor in science or engineering.Students who have not had chemistry courses prior toenrollment in the University should take this course before takingany other chemistry course. A general introduction to conceptsthat are fundamental to chemistry, such as atomic structure,chemical bonding, acids and bases, oxidation and reduction,and nuclear chemistry. Topics studied may vary dependingon the focus of the course (forensic chemistry, environmentalchemistry, etc.) (Spring) (TCCN CHEM 1405)CHEM 1405Survey of General and Organic Chemistry (3-3)Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in or successful completionof MATH 1311 or higher. A full year of high school chemistrywith laboratory or CHEM 1400 is strongly recommended.Designed for students whose intended career is in one of the alliedhealth fi elds. This course, or CHEM 1410, is required forNursing and Life Science majors. This course does not satisfythe requirements for other science majors or minors. Optionalfor general education requirement in Natural Science. A studyof the fundamental principles of chemistry, including atomicstructure, molecular bonding, chemical reactions and stoichiometry,states of matter, solution chemistry (including acids, bases,and buffers) and an introduction to the structure of organiccompounds. Topics emphasize biological chemistry. (Fall)(TCCN CHEM 1406)CHEM 1406Survey of Organic and Biochemistry (3-3) Prerequisite:CHEM 1405. A continuation of CHEM 1405. This course, orCHEM 1420, is required for Nursing and Life Science majors.165Course Descriptions UndergraduateThis course does not meet the requirements for other sciencemajors or minors. A study of the structure and reactivityof organic functional groups and the biochemistry of proteins,carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids. (Spring)(TCCN CHEM 1408)CHEM 1410General Chemistry I (3-3) Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollmentin, or successful completion of, MATH 1311 or higherrequired. Previous study of chemistry in high school or CHEM1400 and concurrent enrollment in a math course higher thanMATH 1311 is strongly recommended. Designed for studentswhose major or minor is in a fi eld of natural science, mathematics,pre-professional health fi elds, or pre-engineering. Optionalfor general education requirement in Natural Science. Astudy of fundamental concepts, such as atomic and molecularstructure, chemical bonding, periodic properties, chemical reactions,and intermolecular forces. Emphasis is placed on mathematicalrelationships and problem solving. (Fall)(TCCN CHEM 1411)CHEM 1420General Chemistry II (3-3) Prerequisite: CHEM 1410. A continuationof CHEM 1410. Topics include, but are not limited to,thermodynamics, equilibria, chemical kinetics, and electrochemistry.(Spring) (TCCN CHEM 1412)CHEM 2430Quantitative Analysis (3-3) Prerequisite: CHEM 1420. Chemistryand Biochemistry majors are strongly encouraged to takeCHEM 2430 concurrently with CHEM 3420. The course is anintroduction to the quantitative analysis of various materials.Emphasis is placed on sample acquisition, error analysis, andthe basic quantitative methods of titrimetry, gravimetry and visiblespectroscopy. Laboratory work includes the analysis ofmaterials encountered in everyday life. (Spring)(TCCN CHEM 2401)CHEM 3350Organic Structure Analysis (2-4) Prerequisite: CHEM 3420.An advanced study of techniques used in structure determination.Topics include infrared, nuclear magnetic resonance andultraviolet spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, and optical rotation.Laboratory work explores methods of separation andpurifi cation of organic compounds, as well as multistep synthesisand the systematic analysis of isolated products. Selectedmethods of computational chemistry are also examined.(Spring odd years)CHEM 3360Physical Biochemistry (3-0) Prerequisites: CHEM 3441,MATH 2322, and PHYS 1420 or PHYS 2520. Recommendedfor students with an interest in the health sciences. Thiscourse investigates the mathematical and physical descriptionsand governing laws of biological systems. Three general areasinclude thermodynamics, kinetics and quantum mechanics.Topics usually include biochemical and physical equilibria,molecular transport, enzyme kinetics, molecular structure andspectroscopy, and statistical thermodynamics. Mathematicalrigor and biological applications are emphasized.(Spring odd years)CHEM 3410Organic Chemistry I (3-3) Prerequisite: CHEM 1420. Thiscourse is the fi rst semester of a two semester sequence focusedon the study of carbon compounds. It emphasizes the study oforganic molecule structures and their properties, nomenclature,stereochemistry, isomerism, functional groups, organic chemicalreactions and mechanisms in organic molecule synthesis. Selectedexperiments aid in the comprehension of the mechanismof organic reactions and of the IR and NMR spectra of organicmolecules. (Fall)

Course Descriptions - UndergraduateCHEM 3420Organic Chemistry II (3-3) Prerequisite: CHEM 3410. A continuationof CHEM 3410. Chemistry and Biochemistry majorsare strongly encouraged to take CHEM 3420 concurrently withCHEM 2430. This course is focused on the study of aliphaticand aromatic organic chemistry and emphasizes conjugatedand aromatic compounds, aldehydes and ketones, carboxylicacids and their derivatives, amines, and macro-molecules, suchas proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids. Selectedtopics are incorporated into experiments in the laboratory to aidin understanding the mechanisms of organic reactions, followedby IR and NMR spectroscopic analysis of the desired product.(Spring)CHEM 3431Physical Chemistry I (3-3) Prerequisites: CHEM 2430,PHYS 1420 or 2520, MATH 2322, or permission of instructorand junior standing. The course is the fi rst in a two semestersequence which explores the theoretical principles underlyingchemical and physical transformations of matter. Emphasis isplaced on the thermodynamics of chemical systems. The laboratoryemphasizes the measurement of physical properties andchemical changes, record keeping, data analysis, and reportwriting. (Fall odd years)CHEM 3432Physical Chemistry II (3-3) Prerequisites: CHEM 3431,MATH 3351. The course is a continuation of CHEM 3431, withemphasis on chemical kinetics and quantum mechanics.(Spring even years)CHEM 3440Environmental Chemistry (3-3) Prerequisite: CHEM 1420.This course explores the chemistry of the Earth’s atmospheric,hydrologic, and geologic systems. It includes a study of bothnaturally functioning environments and degraded environments.A variety of topics are investigated, including, but not limitedto, atmospheric chemistry, photochemical smog, ozone depletion,greenhouse gases, aquatic chemistry, acid depostition, andhazardous or toxic materials. The laboratory component involvesa class project in which a local natural area or urbansetting is studied. Through the project, sampling methods arepresented and a variety of air, water, or soil analyses areconducted. (Fall even years)CHEM 3441Biochemistry I (3-3) Prerequisite: CHEM 3420. Recommendedfor students with an interest in health sciences. Thiscourse is the first in a two semester sequence which exploresthe molecules and chemical reactions of biological systems.Topics include amino acids, protein structure and function,enzyme kinetics, thermodynamics of biochemical systems, buffers,carbohydrates, and biochemical laboratory techniques.The laboratory teaches techniques unique to biochemistry andthat relate to the lecture material. (Fall)CHEM 3442Biochemistry II (3-3) Prerequisite: CHEM 3441. Recommendedfor students with an interest in health sciences. Thiscourse is the second in a two semester sequence which exploresthe molecules and chemical reactions of biological systems.Topics include metabolism, glycolysis and gluconeogenesis,the citric acid cycle, oxidative phosphorylation, fat metabolism,regulation of metabolism, amino acid chemistry, and immunology.The lab teaches techniques unique to biochemistryand that relate to the lecture material. (Spring)CHEM 3480Foundational Inorganic Chemistry (3-3) Prerequisite: CHEM1420. This course is an introduction to the chemistry ofinorganic compounds. The focus is on the application of thefundamental chemical concepts (such as atomic and molecularstructure, chemical bonding, and reaction types) to transitionmetals and main group elements. Topics may include nuclearchemistry, electrochemistry, crystal fi eld theory, solid state structures,descriptive chemistry of the elements, and bioinorganicchemistry. The laboratory work emphasizes the synthesis ofa variety of inorganic compounds and their characterization bymodern experimental methods. (Fall even years)CHEM 4101Literature Seminar (1-0) Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing.This course is designed to develop written and oral communicationskills. Students select a current topic in the fi eld ofchemistry, conduct a literature search, submit a paper written inscientific review format, and give an oral presentation to theirpeers. Work is carried out under the guidance of a facultymember. This is the capstone course for Chemistry and Biochemistry.(Spring)CHEM 4440Instrumental Methods of Analysis (3-3) Prerequisite:CHEM 2430. The course is a survey of the instruments andassociated methods used in chemical analysis. The theory andapplication of chromatographic, spectroscopic, and electroanalyticalmethods are examined. Laboratory work provides an opportunityto gain familiarity in the use of several instruments.(Fall odd years)CHEM 4X20Introduction to Research (variable credit) Prerequisites:CHEM 1420 and consent of the instructor. A laboratory projectis selected by the student in consultation with a faculty memberwho will direct the research. Students will submit a paperincorporating their research work, written in the format of pub -lished journal articles. The course may be repeated for creditto continue the same research project or to start a new one.(By arrangement)CHEM 4X88Internship (variable credit) Prerequisits: Junior or Seniorstanding, and permission of instructor. A pre-approved internshipis an undergraduate educational program through which astudent earns academic credit for new workplace experiencesthat support the educational goals of the student’s academic discipline.Employers work with the Department of Chemistry andBiochemistry to offer level-appropriate jobs that provide acontinuous progression of learning for the student. The syllabusfor the course will include a defi nition of goals and methodsfor measuring student progress. Credit may be granted for up to3 credit hours in one semester. (As needed)CHEM 4X95Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permissionof instructor. A study program arranged between a studentand an instructor to provide intensive study in a particular areaof interest. The course includes a definition of goals appropriatefor the advanced student, methods of attaining these goals, aschedule for frequent consultation, and a means of measuringprogress. (By arrangement)CHEM 4X96*Honors Tutorial (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permission ofinstructor. Designed for Chemistry or Biochemistry Honorsparticipants. This course provides opportunities for investigationsrelated to an approved upper level course (with concurrentenrollment) or as a separate independent study. Thiscourse may be repeated. (As needed)CHEM 4X97*Honors Research (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permission ofinstructor. Designed for Chemistry and Biochemistry Honorsparticipants. Students pursue a research topic under the directionof a departmental faculty member, resulting in a fi nal paperand oral presentation to an appropriate audience. (As needed)166

Course Descriptions - UndergraduateCHEM 4X99Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permission ofinstructor. A course of study offered occasionally to groups ofstudents to broaden the departmental curriculum, to meet studentdemand, or to observe special events. May be repeatedfor credit when topics vary. (By arrangement)CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTIONCI 2110CI 3301CI 3302CI 4160CI 4198CI 4305CI 4308CI 4309Introduction to Education (1-0) Prerequisites: ENG 1310,1320, COMM 1310, MATH 1311 or higher, and 12 hours in thecontent fi eld. This course provides an orientation to educationas a profession, the challenge of teaching, the Texas Code ofEthics and State requirements for teacher certification. In-schoolobservation is required. This course is required for admission tothe Teacher Education Program. (Fall, Spring, May)Theories of Learning (3-0) Prerequisites: Admission to theTeacher Education Program and junior standing. Emphasis willbe placed on the behavioral and cognitive theories of humanlearning and their implications for the classroom. Other topics includeself concept, learning styles, motivation, and the infl u-ence of culture on learning. (Fall, Spring, Summer) (Requiredfor teacher certifi cation)The Inclusive Classroom (3-0) Prerequisites: Admission tothe Teacher Education Program and junior standing. This coursewill prepare students to function in public schools that serve ourdiverse student populations. Students will examine rights andresponsibilities of teachers, students, and administrators,culturaldiversity, and methods of teaching special populations.(Fall, Spring, Summer) (Required for teacher certifi cation)Classroom Observations and Reflections Prerequisites:Admission to Teacher Ed Program and FasTrack program. Availableonly to post-baccalaureate students. This course involvesthe student in observation and refl ection of actual teachingepisodes, utilizing the Texas Beginning Educators SupportSystem (TxBESS). (May)Student Teaching Seminar (1-0) Prerequisites: Senior orpost-baccalaureate status and admission to student teaching.This course includes the development, implementation, analysis,and evaluation of a Teacher Work Sample. Certifi cationissues and challenges related to the student teaching experiencewill be addressed. Assignments will be submitted online.(Fall, Spring)Student Teaching in the ESL or BIED Classroom (3-0)Prerequisites: Senior or post-baccalaureate status and admissionto student teaching. Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment inC I 4198. Involves a six-week assignment in an ESL or bilingualclassroom with joint supervision by public school and universitypersonnel. (Fall, Spring)Student Teaching EC-6 (3-0) Prerequisites: Senior or postbaccalaureatestatus and admission to student teaching. Corequisite:Concurrent enrollment in C I 4198. Involves a sixweekassignment in an elementary school classroom with jointsupervision by the public school and university personnel.(Fall, Spring)Student Teaching Grades 8-12 (3-0) Prerequisites: Senioror post-baccalaureate status and admission to student teaching.Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in C I 4198. (This is167CI 4310CI 4388CI 4601CI 4602CI 4603CI 4320CI 4321one half of the student teaching requirement for those seekingall-level certifi cation in art, music or physical education).Involves a six-week assignment in a secondary school with jointsupervision by the public school and university personnel.(Fall, Spring)Student Teaching Grades 4-8 (3-0) Prerequisites Senior orpost-baccalaureate status and admission to student teaching.Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in C I 4198. (This is onehalf of the student teaching requirement for those seeking alllevelcertifi cation in art, music or physical education.) Involvesa six-week assignment in a public school in grades 4-8 with jointsupervision by the public school and university personnel.This course is pass/fail. (Fall, Spring)Teaching Internship (3-0) Prerequisites: Post baccalaureatestatus or approval of Curriculum and Instruction Department,and fulfillment of all requirements for internships. Participant willbe employed as teacher-of-record in an accredited Texasschool district. The student will be supervised jointly by schooldistrict and university personnel. Two consecutive semesters ofenrollment are required to meet Texas teacher certifi cation criteria.(Fall, Spring)Student Teaching for Grades EC-Grade 6 (4-0) Prerequisites:Senior or post-baccalaureate status and admission tostudent teaching. Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in C I4198. Involves a full-day assignment in a school with jointsupervision by public school and university personnel.(Fall, Spring)Student Teaching for Grades 8-12 (4-0) Prerequisites:Senior or post-baccalaureate status and admission to studentteaching. Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in C I 4198. involvesa full-day assignment in a school with joint supervision bypublic school and university personnel. (Fall, Spring)Student Teaching for Grades 4-8 (4-0) Prerequisites: Senioror post-baccalaureate status and admission to student teaching.Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in C I 4198. Involves a fullday assignment in a school with joint supervision by publicschool and university personnel. (Fall, Spring)Methods and Management in the Elementary School(3-0) Prerequisites: C I 3301, C I 3302, senior or post-baccalaureatestatus, and student must be in good standing in theTeacher Education Program. Co-requisite: Concurrent enroll -ment in C I 4321 and CI 4121. To be taken the semester beforestudent teaching or internship. This course will focus on planningfor classroom organization in elementary grades, models ofclassroom management and discipline, methods for ensuringeffective communications with parents and other school personnel,and strategies for ongoing professional development.(Fall, Spring) (Required for EC-6 Certifi cation)Planning, Curriculum, and Assessment in the ElementarySchool (3-0) Prerequisites: C I 3301, C I 3302, senior orpost-baccalaureate status, and student must be in good standingin the Teacher Education Program. Co-requisite: Concurrentenrollment in C I 4320 and CI 4121. To be taken the semesterbefore student teaching or internship. This course willemphasize development of planning skills, such as creatinggoals, objectives, lesson plans, and modifying them for specialpopulations in elementary schools; elementary curricula andtheir organization; methods of teaching ; planning lessons thatstress higher order thinking skills for elementary students; andthe creation and evaluation of assessment instruments.(Fall, Spring) (Required for EC-6 certifi cation)

Course Descriptions - UndergraduateCI 4121Professional Development Internship EC-6 (1-0) Prerequisites:CI 3301, CI 3302, senior or post-baccalaureate status,and student must be in good standing in the Teacher EducationProgram, Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in CI 4320and CI 4321. This is a field-based course that is required by theTexas Education Agency and requires 45 hours of teachingexperiences in a public school assignment. (Fall, Spring).(Required for EC-6 certifi cation)CI 4125Professional Development Internship 8-12 (1-0) Prerequisites:CI 3301, CI 3302, senior or post-baccalaureate status,and student must be in good standing in the Teacher EducationProgram. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in CI 4324and CI 4325. This is a field-based course that is required by theTexas Education Agency and requires 45 hours of teachingexperience in a public school assignment. (Fall, Spring).(Required for 8-12 certifi cation)CI 4322CI 4323CI 4123CI 4324CI 4325Methods and Management in the Middle School (3-0)Prerequisites: C I 3301, C I 3302, senior or post-baccalaureatestatus, and student must be in good standing in the TeacherEducation Program. Corequisites: Concurrent enrollment inC I 4323 and 4123. To be taken the semester before studentteaching or internship. Further development of and practicewith methods of instruction, development of higher order thinkingskills for students, planning for classroom organization, andmodels of classroom management and discipline for middleschool grades will be presented.(Fall, Spring) (Required for 4-8 certifi cation)Planning, Curriculum and Assessment in Middle School(3-0) Prerequisites: C I 3301, C I 3302, senior or post-baccalaureatestatus, and student must be in good standing in theTeacher Education Program. Corequisites: Concurrent enrollmentin C I 4322 and 4123. To be taken the semester beforestudent teaching or internship. Development of planning skills,such as creating goals, objectives, lesson plans, and modifyingthem for special populations in grades 4-8; development of anunderstanding of the curricula and their organization in middleschool grades; an introduction to methods of teaching; and thedevelopment of skills to create and evaluate assessments.(Fall, Spring) (Required for 4-8 certifi cation)Professional Development Internship 4-8 (1-0) Prerequisites:CI 3301, CI 3302, senior or post baccalaureate status, andstudent must be in good standing in the Teacher Education Program.Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in CI 4322 and CI4323. This is a fi eld-based course that is required by the TexasEducation Agency and requires 45 hours of teaching experiencesin a public school assignment. (Fall, Spring).(Required for 4-8 certifi cation)Methods and Management in the Secondary School (3-0)Prerequisites: C I 3301, C I 3302, senior or post-baccalaureatestatus, and student must be in good standing in the TeacherEducation Program. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment inC I 4325 and 4125. To be taken the semester before studentteaching or internship. Further development of and practicewith methods of instruction, development of higher order thinkingskills for students, planning for class room organization, andmodels of classroom management and discipline for secondarygrades will be presented. (Fall, Spring)(Required for 8-12 certifi cation)Planning, Curriculum, and Assessment in the SecondarySchool (3-0) Prerequisites: C I 3301, C I 3302, senior or postbaccalaureatestatus, and student must be in good standing inthe Teacher Education Program. Co-requisites: Concurrentenrollment in C I 4324 and 4125. To be taken the semester beforestudent teaching or internship. Development of planningskills, such as creating goals, objectives, lesson plans, andmodifying them for special populations in grades 8-12; developmentof an understanding of curricula and their organization insecondary grades; an introduction to methods of teaching; anddevelopment of skills to create and evaluate tests.(Fall, Spring) (Required for 8-12 certifi cation)CI 4350CI 4351CI 4352CI 4353CI 4354Methods and Management in the Elementary School (3-0)Available only to post-baccalaureate students. Prerequisites:C I 3301, C I 3302, and student must be in good standing inthe Teacher Education Program. Co-requisite: Concurrentenrollment in C I 4351. To be taken the semester before studentteaching or internship. This course will focus on planning forclassroom organization in the elementary school, models ofclassroom management and discipline, methods for ensuringeffective communications with parents and other school personnel,and strategies for ongoing professional development. offeredin an on-line and face to face format. (Summer)(Required for EC-6 Certifi cation)Planning, Curriculum, and Assessment in ElementarySchools (3-0) Available only to post baccalaureate students,Prerequisites: C I 3301, C I 3302, and student must be in goodstanding in the Teacher Education Program. Co-requisite: Concurrentenrollment in C I 4350. To be taken the semester beforestudent teaching or internship. This course will emphasizedevelopment of planning skills, such as creating goals,objectives, lesson plans, and modifying them for special populationsin elementary schools; elementary curricula and their organization;methods of teaching ; planning lessons that stresshigher order thinking skills for elementary students; and thecreation and evaluation of assessment instruments. Offered inan on-line and face to face format.(Summer) (Required for EC-6 certifi cation)Methods and Management in the Middle School (3-0)Available only to post baccalaureate students. Prerequisites:C I 3301, C I 3302, and student must be in good standing inthe Teacher Education Program. Co-requisite: Concurrentenrollment in C I 4353. To be taken the semester before studentteaching or internship. Further development of and practicewith methods of instruction, development of higher order thinkingskills for students, planning for classroom organization, andmodels of classroom management and discipline for middleschool grades will be presented. (Summer)(Required for 4-8 certifi cation)Planning, Curriculum and Assessment in Middle School(3-0) Available only to post baccalaureate students. Prerequisites:C I 3301, C I 3302, and student must be in good standingin the Teacher Education Program. Co-requisite: Concurrentenrollment C I 4352. To be taken before student teaching.Development of planning skills, such as creating goals,objectives, lesson plans, and modifying them for special populationsin middle school grades; development of an understandingof the curricula and their organization in middle schoolgrades; an introduction to methods of teaching; and thedevelopment of skills to create and evaluate assessments.(Summer) (Required for 4-8 certifi cation)Methods and Management in the Secondary School (3-0)Available only to post baccalaureate students. Prerequisites:C I 3301, C I 3302, and student must be in good standing inthe Teacher Education Program. Corequisite: Concurrent enrollmentin C I 4355. To be taken the semester before student168

CI 4355CI 4X95CI 4X96*CI 4X97*CI XX99teaching or internship. Further development of and practice withmethods of instruction, development of higher order thinkingskills for students, planning for classroom organization, andmodels of classroom management and discipline for secondarygrades will be presented.(Summer) (Required for 8-12 certifi cation)Planning, Curriculum, and Assessment in SecondarySchools (3-0) Available only to post baccalaureate students.Prerequisites: C I 3301, C I 3302, and student must be in goodstanding in the Teacher Education Program. Co-requisite: Conurrentenrollment in C I 4354. To be taken the semester beforestudent teaching or internship. Development for planning skills,such as creating goals, objectives, lesson plans, and modifyingthem for special populations in secondary grades; developmentof an understanding of the curricula and their organization insecondary grades; an introduction to methods of teaching; andthe development of skills to create and evaluate assessments.(Summer) (Required for 8-12 certifi cation)Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permissionof instructor. A study program arranged between an advancedstudent and an instructor to provide intensive study in aparticular area of interest. The course includes a defi nition ofgoals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attainingthose goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and means ofmeasuring progress. (By arrangement)Honors Tutorial (either 3 or 4 hours credit) Prerequisites:See requirements for honors for ECED majors. This courseprovides the honors student in Early Childhood Education withan opportunity for in-depth study of an education-related topicof interest. A proposal, outline of the study, and a reference listof major sources of information will be the work product.(By arrangement)Honors Thesis (either 3 or 4 hours credit) Prerequisites:See requirements for honors for ECED majors. This courseprovides the honors student in Early Childhood Education withan opportunity to complete the study initiated in C I 4x96 withproduction of a thesis and presentation. (By arrangement)Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permission ofinstructor. A course of study offered occasionally to groups ofstudents to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet studentdemand, or to observe special events. May be repeated forcredit when topics vary. (By arrangement)COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMSCIS 1315CIS 2350Computer Fluency (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Introduction tothe use of computer hardware and software in today’s world witha heavy emphasis on the use of computing resources to collectand organize data and produce meaningful reporting products.Topics will include an overview of hardware, software, and theInternet; the use of spreadsheets, databases, and graphingtools to solve problems from a variety of scientifi c and non-scientificdisciplines; and an introduction to designing and buildingWeb sites. This course will be taught in a computer lab. Thiscourse is designed for non-computer science majors and doesnot count toward the requirements for a Computer Sciencemajor/minor or a Computer Information Systems concentrationin Business. (Fall, Spring) (TCCN BCIS 1305)Applications Programming: (3-0) Prerequisite: CSC 1325This course introduces students to writing application programs169Course Descriptions - Undergraduatefor business and end users. Required for CIS program. Topicscovered include an introduction to computer algorithms andproblem solving, GUI design and implementation, and processingdata in fi les. (Spring)CIS 3311Database Management Systems (3-0) Prerequisite:CIS 2350. This course is designed to give the student an introductionto database theory, especially the differences in databasesystems and how to use a relational data base. (Fall)CIS 3320CIS 3380CIS 4350Internet Programming (3-0) Prerequisite: CIS 2350. Thecourse will cover learning to program applications for use on theinternet. Students will be exposed to examples of current techniquesincluding client side programming with advanced HTMLand JavaScript and server side programming integrating scriptinglanguage/applications and databases. (Fall)Management Information Systems (3-0) Prerequisites:BA 1310, CIS 1315 or equivalent. This course provides a criticalexamination into how information systems are managed byorganizations. Emphasis is on planning and decision makingneeds, systems development, and support for managementlevels. Topics include: management theory, systems options,software support, decision support systems and case studies inMIS tasking. (Fall, Spring)Systems Analysis and Design (3-0)Prerequisite: CIS 3311. This course presents object orientedtechniques for analysis and design of new or improved informationsystems in the context of Systems Development LifeCycles. The course includes case studies and projects for automationin industry, including hardware and software selectionand implementation considerations. (Fall)CIS 4X88Internship (variable credit) A pre-approved and supervisedwork experience designed to supplement academic training.Credit may be granted for one, two, or three semester hours.A student completing a dual concentration could be eligible foran internship in each concentration; however, a separate internshipwork experience would be required for each concentration.Interested students should discuss this course with the Directorof Business Internships. (Spring, Fall)CIS 4X95Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisite: Seniorstanding and consent of the Dean. A study program arrangedbetween an advanced student and an instructor to provideintensive study in a particular area of interest. The courseincludes a defi nition of goals appropriate for the advanced student,ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequentconsultation, and means of measuring progress.(By arrangement)CIS XX99Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permission ofInstructor. A course study offered occasionally to groups ofstudents to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet studentdemand, or to observe special events. May be repeated forcredit when topics vary. (By arrangement)COMMUNICATIONSCOMM 1310Principles of Communication (3-0) Prerequisite: None. Anintroductory study and application of the basic principles of communication.This course is an option for the general educationrequirements in the oral communication competency. Emphasisis placed on the acquisition of communication skills that can be

Course Descriptions - Undergraduateapplied in interpersonal, small group, and public speakingcontexts. Specific concepts explored by this course include selfconcept and esteem, leadership, confl ict management, diversityand intercultural communication issues, listening, nonverbal,communication anxieties, and ethical considerations as both thesender and receiver of messages. (Fall, Spring, Summer)(TCCN SPCH 1315)COMM 2330Business & Professional Communication (3-0) Prerequisite:None. This course provides an introduction to organizationalcommunication. This course is an option for the generaleducation requirement in the Oral Communication competency.It covers theories related to new employee acculturation, smallgroup communication, and confl ict management. The coursedevelops skills in common communication practices necessaryfor organizational success including interviewing and resumes,business correspondence, report writing, and presentationalspeaking. (Fall, Spring) (TCCN SPCH 1321)COMM 2350Argumentation & Advocacy (3-0) Prerequisites: None.This course acquaints students with a variety of approaches tothe study of argument by indicating the distinctions between“argument,” “argumentation,” advocacy,” “debate,” and “persuasion.”This course is an option for the General Education requirementin the Critical Reasoning Competency. It focusesboth on theory and practice. Students will be exposed to thebasic concepts and issues involved in the study of argument, aswell as the methods for conducting and assessing argumentativepractices. The course covers four broad topic areas: argumentativemethod, argumentative fallacies, the doctrine of presumption,and development of knowledge. (Fall)basic algorithms for sorting and searching and basic data structures.Students must have a wireless tablet or laptop.(Fall, spring)CSC 2370Assembly Language and Computer Organization (3-0)Prerequisite: C SC 1325. A required course in C SC major.Topics covered include an introduction to machine language andcomputer structure including data representation, conversion,hardware organization, addressing, macros, branching, I/O,subroutines and linkages. Students must have a wireless tabletor laptop. (Fall)CSC 3315Information and Communication Technologies (3-0)Prerequisite: Junior standing. Students in this course will usea number of contemporary tools for information management,collaboration, media production, publication, networking andcommunication. Focus will be on creating, managing, and marketing a digital identity. Course readings will present anumber of perspectives on how ICT is changing education, business,politics, and society. This is a technology and writingintensive course. Students must have a wireless tablet orlaptop. (As needed)CSC 3330Fundamentals of Networking (3-0) Prerequisites: C SC 1340,or CIS 2350. Required for C SC major, IT major and minor, andelective for C SC minor. Topics include methods of datatransmission, hardware systems, error detection, network architectureand protocol defi nition. Application studies include satelliteservices, choosing voice data switches and LAN confi guration.(Spring)COMPUTER SCIENCECSC 1305Computers in Education (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Studentsin this project oriented course will explore contemporary informationand communication tools to enhance both teaching andlearning. Topics include creating multimedia, writing and publishingin on-line spaces, using collaborative tools, using offi ceapplications, and the construction of web-based instructionalunits. Students must have a wireless tablet or laptop.(Fall, Spring)CSC 1322Intro to Computer Science and Info Technology (3-0) Prerequisites:None. An introductory course for all students. Requiredcourse for C SC major and IT major and minor. Topics coveredinclude the development of algorithms, implementation of algorithms,solving software problems, program design, and errorhandling. Various software design techniques are implementedin a programming language. Students must have a wirelesstablet or laptop. (Fall, Spring)CSC 1325Programming Fundamentals (3-0) Prerequisites: None.Required course for both C SC and IT major and minor. Topicscovered include computer algorithms and problem solving,computer hardware and software, and principles of computeralgorithm construction. Various software design techniques areimplemented in a programming language. Students must havea wireless tablet or laptop. (Fall, Spring) (TCCN COSC 1315)CSC 1340Advanced Programming Concepts (3-0) Prerequisite:C SC 1325. Required course for C SC major and minor. Asecond course in programming for C SC students. Topics coveredinclude advanced fi le operations, expanded pointer techniques,recursive techniques, multi-unit programs, unit testing,170CSC 3360Data Structures (3-0) Prerequisites: C SC 1340 or CIS 2350.A required course for C SC major and minor. Topics coveredinclude data representation and associated algorithms, arrays,stacks, queues, linked list structures, trees, graphs, sorting,searching, merging of fi les. (Fall)CSC 4310Organization of Programming Languages (3-0) Prerequisite:C SC 3360. Required for C SC major and elective forC SC minors. The course covers the formal defi nition of programminglanguages including specifi cation of syntax andsemantics. Particular emphasis is placed on programming languagedesign, evaluation, and implementation. (Fall)CSC 4340Operating Systems (3-0) Prerequisites: C SC 2370 andC SC 3360. Required course for C SC major and elective forC SC minor. Major concepts of operating systems principlesand their relationship to computer architecture are the centralpoints of this course. Topics include fi le services, CPUscheduling, memory management, device scheduling,deadlocks, concurrency, protection, and distributed systems.(Spring)CSC 4360Software Engineering (3-0) Prerequisite: CIS 4350. Requiredcourse for C SC and IT majors and elective for C SC minor.Continuation of CIS 4350 consisting of a team-based project toimplement a software system designed in prerequisite course.This is the capstone course for Computer Science, and InfoTechnology. (Spring)CSC 4388Internship in Computer Science (0-9) Prerequisite: Permissionof instructor. Elective for C SC major. This courseprovides an opportunity for selected students to gain actualexperience through on-the-job assignments in a computer facilitylocated in the community. This is an experience-enrichedcourse. (Fall, Spring as needed)

Course Descriptions - UndergraduateCSC 4X95Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisites: advancedstanding in a C SC major or minor, and permission of instructor.Upper level elective for C SC major and minor. Thisis an advanced study or research program arranged betweensupervising faculty and student which defi nes goals appropriatefor the advanced student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedulefor frequent consultation, and a means for measuring progress.(By arrangement)CSC 4X96*Honors Tutorial (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permission ofinstructor. Designed for Computer Science Honors participants.This course provides opportunities for investigations related toan approved upper level course (with concurrent enrollment) oras a separate independent study. This course may be repeated.(By arrangement)operations with algebraic expressions, factoring, solving linearequations, quadratic equations, and linear inequalities. Uponsuccessful completion of DEVS 0320, the student will be enrolledin DEVS 0330. Laboratory time is required.(Fall, Spring)DEVS 0330Intermediate Algebra (3-0) Prerequisite: Sucessful completionof DEVS 0320 Introductory Algebra or demonstrated masteryof the concepts covered in DEVS 0320. Module 1 in theModular College Algebra series includes a review of introductoryalgebra concepts, coordinate system and graphing, solvingquadratic equations, factoring, rational expressions, complexfractions, roots, radicals, and functions. Upon successfulcompletion of DEVS 0330, the student will be enrolled in MATH1311. Llaboratory time is required.(Fall, Spring, and Summer as needed)CSC 4X97*Honors Research (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permissionof instructor. Designed for Computer Science Honors participants.Students pursue a research topic under the direction of adepartmental faculty member, resulting in a fi nal paper and oralpresentation to an appropriate audience. (By arrangement)CSC XX99Special Topics (level and credit are variable) Prerequisite:Permission of instructor. Elective for C SC major and minor.Courses of this nature are infrequent or unique topics of studyoffered occasionally to groups of students to broaden thedepartmental curriculum, to meet student demand, or to observespecial events. Courses of this type may be repeated for creditwhen topics vary. Students may be required to have a wirelesstablet or laptop. (By arrangement)DEVELOPMENTAL STUDIESDEVS 0110Writing Mechanics (1-0) This course covers the basic principlesof grammatical structure and punctuation. Recommendedfor those needing or desiring more training in English grammarand usage. Laboratory time may be required.(Fall, Spring)DEVS 0300Developmental Reading I (3-0) Developmental Reading isdesigned to help students strengthen defi cits in reading comprehensionskills. Various techniques in developing vocabulary, determiningmain ideas, increasing reading speed, and other pertinenttopics will be included in this course. (Fall as needed)DEVS 0302Developmental Reading II (3-0) Prerequisites: Appropriatescore on reading placement test, or completion of DEVS 0300with a grade of “C-” or better. Developmental Reading II isdesigned to prepare students to read college texts. Emphasisis placed on learning and applying study-reading strategiesessential to successs in academic courses. This course willinclude written and oral responses to reading materials in bothindividual, small group, and whole group environments. (Fall,spring as needed)DEVS 0310Introduction To Composition (3-0) The study of, and extensivepractice in, process writing with emphasis on the basic elementsof an effective essay, including work on mechanical skills.Recommended for those needing or desiring more training beforetaking ENG 1310. Laboratory time is required.(Fall, and Spring as needed)DEVS 0320Introductory Algebra (3-0) Curriculum includes elementary algebraincluding properties and operations of real numbers,171DEVS 1100Strategies For Learning (3-0) Strategies for Learning is apractical course designed to assist students in the acquisitionand application of skills and attitudes necessary to reach theireducational goals and to succeed in the university setting. Someout-of-class academic development activities may be required.Elective credit. (Fall, Spring)EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATIONECED 3300Theory and Practice in Early Childhood Education (ages3 to 8) (3-0) A comprehensive study of the conceptual frameworkthat refl ects the purposes, objectives and practices in thepreparation of early childhood professionals. The course willintegrate theory and practice and will prepare the student forexperiences in early childhood programs which serve diversestudent populations and their families. Field experiences in aTEA accredited kindergarten or early childhood classroom arerequired. (Fall, Spring, Summer)ECED 3330Teaching Elementary Math I EC-6 (3-0) Prerequisites: A gradeof “C” or better in MATH 1311 or higher and READ 3300. Thiscourse is also cross-listed as MATH 3330. This course introducesthe prospective teacher to concepts and developmentallyappropriate instructional strategies for math taught at theEC through Grade 6 levels. Students will develop an understandingof fundamental elementary math concepts such suchas problem solving, the development of early number conceptsand number sense, mastery of math facts, operations, fractionsand decimals, and proportional reasoning through active andinvestigative projects and activities.(Fall, , spring, summer) (Required for Math EC-6 certifi cation,and Math grades 4-8 certifi cation)ECED 3331Teaching Elementary Math II EC-6 (3-0) Prerequisites: MATH/ECED 3330, and junior standing. This course is also crosslistedas MATH 3331. This course will introduce the prospectiveteacher to concepts and developmentally appropriate instructionalstrategies for math taught at the EC through Grade 6levels. Students will develop understanding of fundamental elementarymath concepts such as geometry and measurement,algebraic thinking, statistics and probability through active andinvestigative projects and activities. During long semestersstudents will tutor 5th grade students in math.(Spring, spring, summer) (Required for EC-6 certifi cation)ECED 3360Teaching Social Studies EC- 6 (3-0) Prerequisites: Completionof general education requirements in Global Perspectives.Study of appropriate TEKS for social studies, review anddevelopment of concepts appropriate to the TEKS, an under-

Course Descriptions - Undergraduatestanding of the purpose and function of social studies in the curriculum,development of appropriate lessons and units, anddemonstration of skills for using technology in the classroom.(Spring, Summer) (Required for EC-6 Certifi cation)ECED 3361Teaching Social Studies 4-8 (3-0) Prerequisites: Juniorstanding, completion of general education requirements in historyand political science and a declared major with a middleschool social studies teaching fi eld. Study of appropriate TEKSfor social studies, review and development of concepts appropriate to the TEKS, an understanding of the purpose and function of social studies in the curriculum, development of appropriate lessons and units, and demonstration of skills for usingtechnology in the classroom. (Spring, Summer)ECED 4330Language Acquisition and Development (3-0) Prerequisites:READ 3300, 3310, and 3334. An introduction to the theoriesof language acquisition and the stages of language development.Includes reading and research in the areas of sociolinguisticsand psycholinguistics. (Fall, Spring, Summer in oddnumbered years) (Required for grades EC-6 certifi cation andfor ESL and Bilingual Supplemental endorsement)ECED 4370Teaching Science EC-6 (3-0) Prerequisites: Senior standing,and one lab science course. A course specifi cally designed toacquaint the prospective teacher with the methods used and thematerial covered in teaching physical, life, earth and spacescience in EC-Grade 6. This course calls for advanced skillsin instructional planning and should not be taken early in themajor. A hands-on, inquiry-based approach is stressed;students will have opportunities to design and teach sciencelessons to other members of class.(Fall, Spring) (Required for EC-6 certifi cation)ECED 4371Teaching Science 4-8 (3-0) Prerequisites: Senior standing,one lab science course, and a declared major with a middleschool science teaching fi eld. A course specifically designed toacquaint the prospective teacher with the methods used and thematerial covered in teaching physical, life, earth and space sciencein fourth through sixth gade. This course calls for advancedskills in instructional planning and should not be taken earlyin the major. A hands-on, inquiry based approach is stressed;students will have opportunities to design and teach science lessonsto other members of class. (Fall, Spring, Summer)ECED XX99Special Topics ECED (3-0) Prerequisite: Permission ofInstructor. A study offered occasionally to groups of students tobroaden departmental curriculum, to meet student demand, orto observe special events. May be repeated for credit when topicsvary.ECONOMICSENGLISHquirement for Personal and Global Perspectives. Economicprinciples that focus on households, business fi rms, industriesand international trades. Includes demand, supply, costs ofproduction, and the market structures of pure competition, oligopoly,monopolistic competition and monopoly. (Fall, Spring)(TCCN ECON 2302)ENG 1310Composition and Rhetoric (3-0) Prerequisites: DEVS 0310or placement demonstrated by ACT or SAT scores, high schooltranscript, CLEP, or departmental exam. Required for all degreeprograms, this course provides an intensive study and practiceof the fundamental principles of exposition leading to the habitof effective writing. Classes, limited in size, are workshops withindividual instruction. (Fall, Spring, Summer as needed)(TCCN ENGL 1301)ENG 1320Composition and Literature (3-0) Prerequisite: ENG 1310.Required for all degree programs, this course acquaints studentswith the written analysis of literary works including representativeexamples of poetry, drama, and prose fi ction.(Fall, Spring, Summer as needed) (TCCN ENGL 1302)ENG 2300Expository Writing Prerequisites: ENG 1310, 1320. Aworkshop-style course in essay-writing for the student whodesires instruction and practice beyond the freshman (or highschool dual-credit) level. Students will write approximately fourmedium-length essays of various types and, based on instructorfeedback, complete substantial revisions of each. At least oneessay will include research and the incorporation of secondarysources. Class enrollment will be kept at a minimum, and theinstructor will devote considerable attention to each student andhis or her writing. The course will also include a thorough reviewof punctuation, grammar, and style. The course is open to studentsof all majors and disciplines. (Spring)ENG 2310Masterpieces of British Literature (3-0) Prerequisite:ENG 1320. This course surveys signifi cant works of Britishliterature from the Anglo-Saxon period to the present. Individualinstructors may vary the choice and treatment of texts to exploredevelopments of theme (i.e., the hero, journey, monsters) orgenre. (Fall, Spring, Summer as needed)(TCCN ENGL 2321, 2322, 2323)ENG 2320Masterpieces of American Literature I (3-0) Prerequisite:ENG 1320. This course surveys signifi cant works of Americanliterature from pre-colonial times to the present. Individualinstructors may vary the choice and treatment of texts to exploredevelopments of theme (i.e., the hero, journey) or genre.(Fall, Spring, Summer as needed)(TCCN ENGL 2326, 2327, 2328)ECON 2310Principles Of Macroeconomics (3-0) Prerequisites: None.Designed to partially fulfi ll the Business Core Course Requirementfor the BBA, and optional for the General Education Requirementfor Personal and Global Perspectives. Economicprinciples that focus on the level and distribution of national income,full employment and price stability, money and banking,monetary and fi scal policy, and economic growth. Various macroeconomicmodels are analyzed. (Fall, Spring)(TCCN ECON 2301)ECON 2320Principles Of Microeconomics (3-0) Prerequisites: None.Designed to partially fulfi ll the Business Core Course Requirementfor the BBA, and optional for the General Education Re-172ENG 2330Masterpieces of World Literature (3-0) Prerequisite:ENG 1320. This course surveys great works of literature fromaround the world. Individual instructors may vary the choice andtreatment of texts to explore developments of theme (i.e., thehero, journey, monsters) or genre (i.e., tragedy, epic, romance).(Fall, Spring, Summer as needed)(TCCN ENGL 2331, 2332, 2333)ENG 2350Topics in Literary Study (3-0) Prerequisite: ENG 1320. Thiscourse examines literature through the lens of a particular topic(i.e., women, sports, law), region (i.e., the Southwest, SouthernGothic, colonialism), or genre (i.e., the lyric, tragedy, comedy).(Fall, Spring, Summer as needed)

ENG 3310Medieval English Literature (3-0) Prerequisite: One sophomore-levelEnglish course. Provides a study of the prose andpoetry of English literature from earliest Anglo-Saxon times to1500. (Spring 2013)ENG 3313World Literature (3-0) Prerequisite: At least one sophomorelevelEnglish course. The course is a comparative study ofrepresentative literary masterpieces of major world literatures.Topics will vary. (Spring 2014)ENG 3315Children’s Literature I (3-0) Prerequisite: At least one sophomore-levelEnglish course. Survey of seven genres of children’sliterature from ancient to present times, with emphasis onaward-winning selections. Special emphasis on use ofchildren’s books in elementary grades. (Fall, Summer)ENG 3316Children’s Literature II (3-0) Prerequisite: At least onesophomore-level English course. A survey of books suitable forreaders in the upper elementary school. It will include a surveyof Newberry Award Winning authors and texts. All seven genresof literature will be studied. (Required for Grades 4-8 certifi cationand English Language Arts and Reading 8-12 certifi cation).(Spring, Summer)ENG 3320English Renaissance (3-0) Prerequisite: At least one sophomore-levelEnglish course. Topics include Shakespeare, Milton,and other major Sixteenth- and Seventeenth-Century prose stylists,dramatists, and poets. (Summer as needed)ENG 3330Restoration and 18th Century English Literature (3-0)Prerequisite: At least one sophomore-level English course.This course surveys major literary trends from the Restorationto the Pre-Romantic Movement with reading in essays (includingjournalism), political-religious satires, philosophical and lyricpoems, drama, and the novel.(Spring 2014)ENG 3341English Romanticism (3-0) Prerequisite: At least one sophomore-levelEnglish course. This course examines poetry andprose of English Romanticism (1790-1830) in light of dominantphilosophical, social, political, and literary trends of the period.(Spring 2013)ENG 3342The Victorian Period (3-0) Prerequisite: At least one sophomore-levelEnglish course. Topics include major English poetsand prose writers, 1830-1900, with emphasis on distinctive approachesto common artistic, intellectual, and social problems.(Fall 2014)ENG 3371Seventeenth- and Eighteenth- Century American Literature(3-0) Prerequisite: At least one sophomore-level Englishcourse. The student examines Colonial writings from a criticaland historical perspective, with an emphasis on important developmentsin religious, political, and social thought. (Fall 2013)ENG 3372Studies in Nineteenth-Century American Literature (3-0)Prerequisite: At least one sophomore-level English course.Students examine the texts and contexts of selected majorAmerican nineteenth - century writers. (Fall 2014)ENG 3373Studies in Modern Literature (3-0) Prerequisite: At leastone sophomore-level English course. Topics include an examinationof one or more major authors, styles, genres, de-173Course Descriptions - Undergraduatecades, or movements important to an understanding of modernliterary culture. May be repeated when both instructor and textsvary. (Spring)ENG 3374Studies in Contemporary Literature (3-0) Prerequisite: Atleast one sophomore-level English course. Course may examinea phase, school, or collection of writers whose works refl ectthe state of letters since the end of World War II.(Fall even years)ENG 3380Film and Literary Classics (3-0) Prerequisite: At least onesophomore-level English course. Students will be introduced tothe comparative study of the fundamental, pervasive, andsignifi cant transformations and connections between fi lm andliterature. Possible offerings might range from “Film andShakespeare” to “Film and the Novel.” Analytical papers will berequired. (Summer as needed)ENG 3383Theories of Composition (3-0) Prerequisite: At least onesophomore-level English course. Education majors with Englishteaching fi elds should take this course, if at all possible, in thefall semester of their junior year. This course provides anexamination of classical and contemporary theories of compositionand their application to understanding the various modesof academic and expressive writing. (Fall)ENG 3385Professional and Technical Writing (3-0) Prerequisite: Atleast one sophomore-level English course or permission ofinstructor. Students will learn the use of rhetorical strategies,common formats, and research procedures appropriate to theprofessions, including business, the sciences, and law.(Fall odd years)ENG 4309Holocaust through the Eyes of Elie Wiesel (3-0) Prerequisite:ENG 1310, 1320. This course examines the Holocaustthrough the writings of Elie Wiesel, a renowned Holocaustsurvivor. Readings by Weisel are augmented with fi lm anddocumentary presentations. Implications and events of theHolocaust are examined through religious, literary, and historicalperspectives. Cross-listed with REL 4309. (May)ENG 4320Shakespeare (3-0) Prerequisite: At least one junior-levelEnglish course or permission of instructor. This course willrequire critical readings of Shakespeare’s greatest poetry anddramas (histories, comedies, tragedies). (Fall semesters)ENG 4340Studies in a Major Author (3-0) Prerequisite: At least onejunior-level English course or permission of instructor. Topicswill vary and may include British, American, or world literaryfi gures who have had an impact on English-language literature.May be repeated for credit as author varies.(Spring even years)ENG 4360Literary Theory (3-0) Prerequisite: At least one junior-levelEnglish course or permission of instructor. Surveys the developmentof major critical theories concerning literature.(Spring)ENG 4371Poetry Workshop (3-0) Prerequisite: At least one sophomore-levelEnglish course or permission of instructor. Thisworkshop-style seminar will provide students with practice writingfi ction and poetry and critiquing poems written by membersof the class. (Fall odd years)

Course Descriptions - UndergraduateENG 4372Fiction Workshop (3-0) Prerequisite: At least one sophomore-levelEnglish course or permission of instructor. Thisworkshop-style seminar will provide students with practice writingfiction and critiquing stories written by members of the class.(Spring odd years)ENG 4374Writing for Newspapers and Magazines (3-0) Prerequisite:At least one sophomore-level English course or permission ofinstructor. Topics include a study of the basic news writingtechniques; a brief survey of the history of journalistic media; aninvestigation of the theories of journalism; and an examinationof contemporary techniques and problems in journalistic writing.(Fall even years)ENG 4375Writing for Television and Radio (3-0) Prerequisite: At leastone sophomore-level English course or permission of instructor.This course will introduce techniques of interviewing and fundamentalsof researching and organizing features for radio andtelevision. (Spring even years)ENG 4379Elementary Language Arts Concepts 4-8 (3-0) Prerequisite:Senior standing and successful completion of the GeneralEducation requirements in English and Reading. The studentwill study the scope and sequence of the TEKS (Texas EssentialKnowledge and Skills Standards) for language arts instructionand the concepts necessary to teach them. Individual skills willbe refined and consideration will be given to classroom applications.(Fall)ENG 4381TEKS and the Secondary English Curriculum (3-0) Prerequisite:Junior standing and completion of the General Educationrequirements in English. The student will learn how to designand implement instruction that is appropriate for eachstudent, that reflects knowledge of the TEKS (Texas EssentialKnowledge and Skills), that integrates all components of theEnglish language arts (i.e. writing, reading, listening/speaking,viewing/representing), and that is based on continuous assessment.(Spring)ENG 4382Introduction to Linguistics (3-0) Prerequisite: At least onejunior-level English course or permission of instructor. Thiscourse provides an introduction to theoretical and appliedlinguistics including both the historical and structural analysis ofthe English language. (Spring)ENG 4384Advanced Grammar (3-0) Prerequisite: At least one juniorlevelEnglish course or permission of instructor. Topics includean introduction to the current theory and practice of grammarsof English. (Fall odd years)ENG 4X95Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisites: At leasttwo upper-division English courses or permission of instructor.This is a study program arranged between an advanced studentand an instructor to provide intensive study in a particular areaof interest. The course includes a defi nition of goals appropriatefor the advanced student, ways of attaining those goals, aschedule for frequent consultation, and means of assuring progress.(By arrangement)ENG 4X96*Honors Tutorial (variable credit) Prerequisite: 15 hours ofEnglish credit and admission to the Honors Program. Open tostudent candidates for honors graduation in English, this courseincludes reading and research in a particular topic of literature,linguistics, or language. (By arrangement)ENG 4X97*Senior Thesis (variable credit) Prerequisite: Senior standing,admission to the Honors Program, and permission of instructor.Open to student candidates for honors graduation in English,this course focuses on independent research on a topic approvedby the faculty of the department, with a fi nal product of a75-150 page essay submitted for the approval of the department.(Honors graduates must successfully complete eitherSenior Thesis or Senior Opus) (By arrangement)ENG 4X98Senior Opus (variable credit) Prerequisite: Senior standing,admission to the Honors Program, and permission of instructor.Open to student candidates for honors graduation in English,this course focuses on a creative writing project, either prose,drama, or poetry, with a fi nal product of a 75-150 page essaysubmitted for the approval of the department. (Honors graduatesmust successfully complete either Senior Thesis or SeniorOpus) (By arrangement)ENG XX99Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permission ofinstructor. Courses of this nature are offered occasionally togroups of students to broaden departmental curriculum, to meetstudent demand, or to observe special events. May be repeatedfor credit when topics vary. (By arrangement)FINE ARTSFA 2310FINANCEFIN 3330FIN 3340FIN 3350FIN 3370Survey of Fine Arts (3-0) Prerequisites: None. This course isaimed at all students interested in gaining a broad understandingof the fine arts disciplines and satisfi es the fi ne arts componentin the General Education requirements. A survey of theinter-relationship of fi ne arts disciplines (painting, sculpture, music,theatre, architecture, fi lm, and photography) and their relationshipto political and social change through the course of history.The course will provide a rudimentary knowledge of thefi ne arts disciplines, with specifi c emphasis on recognized artisticmovements in their historical contexts.(Fall, Spring as needed)Personal Finance (3-0) Prerequisite: None. Study of personalfi nance principles and concepts with major emphasis onfi nancial planning, budgeting, cash management, credit management,taxes, major expenditures, income and asset protection,and investment planning. (May not be used to meet degreerequirements in the fi nance concentration.) (Spring)Business Finance (3-0) Prerequisites: ACCT 2310,ECON 2310, 2320 and B A 3370, or permission of instructor.Acquisition and use of funds by business fi rms with emphasison techniques of analysis for decision making. (Fall, Spring)Money And Banking (3-0) Prerequisite: FIN 3340. Functionsand policies of the American monetary and banking system inthe United States; Federal Reserve Bank; bank credit policy;monetary theories and policies. (Spring)Investments (3-0) Prerequisites: B A 3370 and FIN 3340. Introductorycourse concerned with theory and practice of U.S.securities markets; characteristics and valuation of stocks,bonds, options and various other investments. (Spring)174

Course Descriptions - UndergraduateFIN 4320FIN 4340FIN 4345FIN 4346Advanced Seminar In Finance (3-0) Prerequisite: FIN 3340.A continuation of Business Finance that employs the tools, techniques,concepts and theories mastered in previous courses.Cases will be analyzed by the student who will determine thebest method of fi nding and allocating capital for the fi rm. (Fall)International Financial Markets (3-0) Prerequisite: FIN3340. This course will stress the fact that we live in an increasinglyintegrated world market, and will encourage the studentto be familiar with the international dimension of business, bothits substance and its subtleties. It will provide the student witha working knowledge of Eurodollars, Eurobonds, and interestrate swaps and their use. The course will include internationalhedging tactics and derivative securities. (Fall)Student Managed Investment Fund I (3-0) Prerequisites: FIN3340 and 3370, or permission of instructor. This hands-on investmentcourse teaches security analysis and money managementthrough the use of a university endowed fund. Study ofeconomic and fi nancial analysis focused on investing in longterm equities, with discussion covering topics ranging frominvestment philosophy and ethics, to capital market history.(Fall)Student Managed Investment Fund II (3-0) Prerequisites:FIN 4345, or permission of instructor. A continuation of FIN4345; This hands-on investment course teaches securityanalysis and money management through the use of a universityendowed fund. Study of economic and fi nancial analysisfocused on investing in long term equities, with discussion coveringtopics ranging from investment philosophy and ethics, tocapital market history. (Spring)FIN 4X88Internship (variable credit) A pre-approved and supervisedwork experience designed to supplement academic training.Credit may be granted for one, two, or three semester hours.A student completing a dual concentration could be eligible foran internship in each concentration; however, a separate internshipwork experience would be required for each concentration.Interested students should discuss this course with the Directorof Business Internships. (Spring, Fall)FIN 4X95Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisites: Seniorstanding and consent of the Dean. A study program arrangedbetween an advanced student and an instructor to provideintensive study in a particular area of interest. The courseincludes a defi nition of goals appropriate for the advanced student,ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequentconsultation, and means of measuring progress.(By arrangement)FIN XX99Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permission ofInstructor. A course study offered occasionally to groups ofstudents to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet studentdemand, or to observe special events. May be repeated forcredit when topics vary. (By arrangement)GEOSCIENCESGEOS 1405Environmental Geology (3-3) Prerequisites: None. Optionalcourse for general education requirements in Natural Science.A study of earth resources including soils, mineral deposits,energy resources and water. It includes water pollution prob-lems and the closely related problems of waste disposal. Hazardsof fl ooding are also covered. Several local fi eld trips aretaken. (Fall, Spring) (TCCN GEOL 1405)GEOS 1410Physical Geology (3-3) Prerequisites: None. Optional coursefor general education requirements in Natural Science. A studyof minerals and rocks in the earth’s crust and how they form. Italso includes a study of various geologic processes like platetectonics, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and landslides.(Fall) (TCCN GEOL 1403)GEOS 2420Meteorology (3-3) Prerequisite: MATH 1311 (or equivalent) orhigher. This can be a first course for anyone interested in theearth sciences. Optional course for general educationrequirement in Natural Science. Introduction to basic meteorology.Students learn how the atmosphere is affected by variousfactors such as solar infl uences, pressures and winds. They explorethe development of upper-level weather systems and learnshort-term forecast techniques. Included in the lab activities is avisit to a local TV station and computer assignments on the internet.(Spring, on demand) (TCCN GEOL 1447)GEOS 3210Geology of Texas (2-0) Prerequisite: GEOS 1410. A study ofthe rocks, fossils, and geologic structures in Texas and whatthey tell us about the geologic history of this region. At least twoall - day field trips are planned. This is an experience-enrichedcourse.GEOS 3220Applied Environmental Geology (1-3) Prerequisite:GEOS 1410. A study of environmental problems especiallythose dealing with water resources, water pollution and soils.Several short fi eld-trips will be taken. This is an experienceenrichedcourse.GEOGRAPHYGEOG 3330Biogeography (3-0). Prerequisites: GEOS 1405, BIOL 1402and BIOL 1403. An introduction to the history of life on Earthand how that history is refl ected in the current distribution of livingthings and the taxonomy of life. Emphasis is given to thebiotic and abiotic factors affecting the distribution of living things,and what the patterns of distribution tell us about the naturalenvironment. (Spring)GREEKGRK 2410, 2420New Testament Greek Grammar I and II (4-0, 4-0) Prerequisites:None. The course introduces the fundamentals of NewTestament Greek grammar and vocabulary, with emphasis onthe use of language in biblical translation and interpretation.Students will begin translating biblical texts at the end of thesecond semester. (2410 every other Fall even years; 2420every other Spring odd years)GRK 3310Greek Translation I (3-0) Prerequisites: GRK 2410, 2420.The course features the translation of biblical text with an emphasison understanding grammar and syntax. Students willalso learn the fundamentals of textual criticism.(Every other Fall odd years)GRK 3320Greek Translation II (3-0) Prerequisites: GRK 2410, 2420,3310. The course features translation of biblical and non-bibli-175

Course Descriptions - Undergraduatecal texts. Students will learn the fundamentals of exegesis.(Every other Spring even years)GRK XX95Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisites: advancedstanding in a major or minor and permission of instructor.Upper level elective for majors and minors. This is an advancedstudy or research program arranged between supervisingfaculty and the student, which defi nes goals appropriate for theadvanced student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule forfrequent consultation, and a means for measuring progress.(By arrangement)GRK XX99Special Topics (level and credit variable) Prerequisite:Permission of instructor. Elective for majors and minors. Coursesof this nature are infrequent or unique topics of study offeredoccasionally to groups of students to broaden the departmentalcurriculum, to meet student demand, or to observe specialevents. Courses of this type may be repeated for creditwhen topics vary. (By arrangement)HISTORYHIST 1310World Civilization to 1500 (3-0) Prerequisite: None. Surveyof world civilization from its origins to the Renaissance and Reformationin Europe. Comparison of European civilization withthe non-Western world: Far East, India, Africa, the Americas.(Fall, spring) (TCCN HIST 2321)HIST 1320World Civilization Since 1500 (3-0) Prerequisites: None.Survey of world history since the Renaissance and Reformation:absolutism, revolution, and industrialization in Europe; imperialismand the non-Western world; the two World Wars; thegrowth of non-Western nationalism; the contemporary world.(Fall, spring) (TCCN HIST 2322)HIST 2310United States to 1877 (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Generalsurvey of American history to 1877, concentrating on colonialfoundation, national growth, Civil War, and Reconstruction.Problems of the nature of history. (Fall, Spring, Summer I)(TCCN HIST 1301)HIST 2320United States Since 1865 (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Generalsurvey of American history since 1865, concentrating oneconomic, social, political, and intellectual developments. Problemsof historical evidence and research.(Fall, Spring, Summer II) (TCCN HIST 1302)HIST 2330Virtue in World History (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Usingcomparative study techniques, this course will examine basicideas of leadership and virtue as demonstrated in the lives andideas of major fi gures in world history. The course will engagestudents to explore the question of how virtue informs effectiveleadership, using concrete historical case studies. Satisfi esgeneral education requirement for Leadership, Excellence, andVirtue; cannot be used to fulfi ll the history course requirementsof the history major or minor, or of the social studiesteaching fi eld. (As needed)HIST 2340Virtue in American History (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Usingcomparative study techniques, this course will examine basicideas of leadership and virtue as demonstrated by the lives andideas of major fi gures in United States history. The course willbuild several frameworks about the nature of leadership and virtuein United States history and will allow students to explorethe different ways in which these ideals were manifestedthrough the lives of a variety of political, cultural, religious, andsocial leaders throughout history of the nation. Satisfies generaleducation requirement for Leadership, Excellence, and Virtue;cannot be used to fulfi ll the history course requirements of thehistory major or minor, or of the social studies teaching fi eld.(As needed)HIST 3310Texas (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Cultural, social, economic,and political history of Spain in Texas, Mexican Texas, the Republic;19th and 20th century developments; minorities in Texas;geography of Texas. (Spring)HIST 3314Spanish Texas (3-0) Prerequisites: Six hours of lower-levelhistory or permission of the instructor. The course provides asurvey of Spanish exploration, colonization, and hegemonyin what is now the state of Texas from 1519 to 1821. Topics willinclude explorers and conquistadors; the French challenge; internationalrivalry; mission, presidio, and villa expansion; Anglo-American settlement and the decline of the missions; the twilightof Spanish Texas; and the legacies of Spanish Texas. (Spring)HIST 3315Texas Revolution and Republic (3-0) Prerequisites: Six hoursof lower-level history or permission of the instructor. The courseprovides a survey of Anglo-American immigration, settlement,and hegemony in Texas from 1821 to 1846. Topics will includeMexican Texas, the road to revolution, the Texas Revolution,and the Texas Republic. (Spring)HIST 3316Texas From Statehood to National Leadership (3-0) Prerequisites:Six hours of lower-level history or permission of theinstructor. This course will provide a survey of Texas history,politics, and social life from 1846 to the transformational discoveryof oil at Spindletop in 1901. Topics will include earlystatehood, pioneer institutions, secession and war, reconstruction,reform, advance of the frontier, and life in Texas at the turnof the century. (Spring)HIST 3317The Crafting of the Texas National Character (3-0) Prerequisites:Six hours of lower-level history or permission of theinstructor. The course will provide an introduction to Texas lifeand culture. Topics will include myth, mystique, music, food,and sports. (Spring)HIST 3320The Grand Tour of Texas (3-0) Prerequisites: Six hours oflower-level history or permission of the instructor. This threeweekMayTerm course will involve a bus tour of the state’s sixgeographic regions. Stops during the journey will include naturalwonders, archival repositories, historic sites, museums, andrestaurants. Some of the state’s most distinguished historianswill meet students and conduct tours. (MayTerm)HIST 3331Modern Britain (3-0) Prerequisites: Six hours of lower-levelhistory or permission of instructor. British history since 1485after brief background on the developments of the medievalperiod. Topics include the English Reformation, the developmentof Parliament, the growth of the British Empire, industrialization,liberalism, and collectivism. (Fall even years)HIST 3350Colonial and Revolutionary America, 1607-1789 (3-0)Prerequisites: Six hours of lower-level history or permission ofinstructor. A study of the culture and institutions of the UnitedStates as developed through English colonization in the seven-176

Course Descriptions - Undergraduateteenth and eighteenth centuries. Political, economic, technological,cultural, and religious aspects of the British North Americancolonies, including their fi ght for independence and thequest for a national government. (Fall odd years)HIST 3351The Early American Republic, 1787-1848 (3-0) Prerequisites:6 hrs of lower-level history or permission of instructor. TheUnited States from the adoption of the Constitution of 1787through the Mexican War. Political institutions and practices,economic growth, reform movements, and westward expansionare emphasized. (Spring even years)HIST 3352Civil War and Reconstruction (3-0) Prerequisites: Six hoursof lower-level history or permission of instructor. A study of thesocial, economic, and political causes of the Civil War, theevents leading to the outbreak of hostilities, and the war itself.The study also includes an analysis of the attempts to reunitethe nation, to reconstruct the South, and to integrate the freedmeninto society. (Fall odd years)HIST 3354Contemporary United States (3-0) Prerequisites: Six hoursof lower-level history or permission of instructor. Recent developmentsin American society, investigating the unity and diversityof American life in its cultural, political, economic, andintellectual aspects in the second half of the 20 th century.(Fall even years)HIST 3358Greece and Rome: An Introduction to the Classical World(3-0) Prerequisites: Six hours of lower-level history or permissionof the instructor. A study of the origins, development, anddecline of ancient Greece and Rome, including Hellenism,Christianity, and the German migrations. Incorporates the developmentof the Western cultural tradition with an emphasison classical literature, philosophy, art, and architecture.(Fall odd years)HIST 3359The Middle Ages: The Crucible of Western Civilization(3-0) Prerequisites: Six hours of lower-level history or permissionof the instructor. Europe from the time of Constantineuntil the Renaissance. The Middle Ages was a dynamic erawhen modern Europe was formed by the fusion of Greco-Roman culture, German tribal life, and the universal Christianchurch, tempered by the storm of Islam. The importance of theMedieval period to Western civilization will be emphasized bysurveying the history, arts, literature, and culture of the period.(Spring even years)HIST 3360Renaissance and Reformation (3-0) Prerequisites: Sixhours of lower-level history or permission of instructor. Originsof Renaissance humanism, commercial and scientific revolutions,national states. Protestant and Catholic Reformations;wars of religion. European overseas exploration and conquest.(Spring odd years)HIST 3363Nineteenth Century Europe (3-0) Prerequisites: Six hoursof lower-level history or permission of instructor. Study of Europeancivilization during the “long” 19th century, from the FrenchRevolution to the eve of World War I. Impact of the IndustrialRevolution on European life, the growth of liberalism and socialism,and the emergence of modern mass society and consciousness.(Fall odd years)HIST 3364Twentieth Century Europe (3-0) Prerequisites: Six hours oflower-level history or permission of instructor. Study of Europefrom the outbreak of World War I to the present, emphasizingthe aftermath of World War I, the crises of the Depression years,World War II, the Cold War, and the post Cold War era.(Spring even years)HIST 3375Mexico (3-0) Prerequisites: Six hours of lower-level historyor permission of instructor. The history of Mexico from prehistorictimes to the present: political, economic, social, and intellectualdevelopment; United States-Mexican relations.(Fall odd years)HIST 3377Historiography and Methods (3-0) This course is an introductionto the discipline of history and a survey of researchmethodology as employed by historians. Unlike other undergraduatecourses in history, it is not a study of the past; instead,it is a study of the philosophy of history, investigative techniques,and the mechanics of historical research. This coursewill provide a research practicum during which students will beable to employ the material they are surveying as part of a project,the topic of which will be of their choice within the limits ofthe course. (Spring)HIST 432(a-z)Great Books and History (3-0) Prerequisites: Six hours oflower level history, or permission of instructor. History aspresented in the Great Books of the Western Canon. Closereadings of primary texts to illuminate problems related to thedevelopment of Western society and culture, and to stimulatecritical thinking. The content of each course will vary and thestudent may repeat course for credit when the topic differs. Thiscourse is designed for history majors and minors and as an upperdivision elective for interested students. (Fall)HIST 4330The American Frontier (3-0) Prerequisites: Six hours of lower-levelhistory or permission of instructor. An exploration ofthe unique pioneering spirit in American history with an examinationof the European and American experiences in settlingnew lands from 1540 to 1890. Emphasis on social and culturalhistory with special treatment of American expansionism, ManifestDestiny, and the frontier experience of women and NativeAmericans. (Fall even years)HIST 4345Special Topics in American History (3-0) Prerequisites: Sixhours of lower-level history or permission of instructor. Focuson a particular area of United States history, such as diplomatic,economic, local, or military history. Emphasis on appropriateresearch and specialized readings. May be repeated for creditwhen topics vary. (As needed)HIST 4354The U.S. in the Era Of World War (3-0) Prerequisites: Sixhours of lower-level history or permission of instructor. Study ofthe United States during the era of the World Wars (1914-1950)including America’s coming of age as a world power, politically,militarily, economically, and culturally. (Fall even years)HIST 4360Russia and the Soviet Union (3-0) Prerequisites: Six hoursof lower-level history or permission of instructor. Background to19th century. Tsarist Russia: autocracy, revolutionary intelligentsia.Economic, social developments. The Russian Revoltion.Lenin, Stalin, the 5-Year Plans. World War II, Cold War,de-Stalinization, and the demise of the Soviet system.(Fall even years)HIST 4365Modern Germany (3-0) Prerequisites: Six hours of lower-levelhistory or permission of instructor. Survey of the main elementsof German history in the 19th and the 20th centuries, from177

Course Descriptions - Undergraduatedisunity to Reich to partition to reunifi cation. Emphasis on thequestion of continuity between key periods and fi gures and theirresponsibility for the two World Wars. (Spring odd years)HIST 4375Special Topics in World History (3-0) Prerequisites: Sixhours of lower-level history or permission of instructor. Focuson a particular area of world history, such as international relations,economic history, imperialism, history of science, EasternEurope, or Modern Far East. Emphasis on appropriate researchand specialized readings. May be repeated for credit when topicsare different. (As needed)HIST 4380Senior Research Seminar. Prerequisite: HIST 3377, or permissionof the instructor. This course involves research on aspecialized historical topic culminating in a seminar paper. Studentswill demonstrate breadth of knowledge and skills masteredsince their introduction in other history courses. Subjectof seminar paper to be determined by the student, in consultationwith the instructor. This is the capstone course for History.(Fall)HIST 4X95Independent Studies. Prerequisites: Six hours of lower-levelhistory or permission of instructor. A study program arrangedbetween an advanced student and an instructor to provideintensive study in a particular area of interest. The course includesa defi nition of goals appropriate for the advanced student,ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequentconsultation, and means of measuring progress.(By arrangement)HIST 4X96*Honors Tutorial. Prerequisites: 15 hours in history and admissionto departmental honors program. Designed for the honorsstudent in history; includes reading in a particular topic, historicaland historiographical analysis, and research. Required forHonors Program. (By arrangement)HIST 4X97*Senior Thesis. Prerequisites: 18 hours in history, admission todepartmental honors program, and approval of research projectby department and Honors Committee. Designed for the candidatefor departmental honors and as a capstone course for thestudent majoring in history. An independent research projecton a topic approved by the history faculty; fi ndings reportedin writing and orally to the faculty of the department. Successfulcompletion required for graduation with honors in history.Required for Honors Program. (By arrangement)HEALTH FITNESSHF 1120HF 1130HF 1140Racquet Sports (0-3) Prerequisite: H F 1210 or 1200. Thiscourse is designed to teach the fundamentals of racquet sports.Rules and basic playing skills are taught, leading to singles anddoubles game play. (Fall)Team Sports (0-3) Prerequisite: H F 1210 or 1200. Thiscourse is offered for coeducational participation in four or moreteam sports, with emphasis on personal development of skills togain a satisfactory level of expertise. (Spring)Aerobics (0-3) Prerequisite: H F 1210 or 1200. Available forthose students interested in basic cardiorespiratory activitiesand in gaining a satisfactory level of physical fi tness throughaerobics including low impact, step, and interval training.(Fall, Spring)HF 1141HF 1143HF 1144HF 1190HF 1192HF 1193HF 1200HF 1210HF XX99Fitness Aquatics (0-3) Prerequisite: H F 1210 or 1200, andbasic swimming skills. This course is designed to increasestudents’ fi tness through rigorous water exercise. The coursewill include a variety of exercises in the water to strengthen andtone the large muscles of the body, lap swimming and wateraerobics to increase cardiovascular endurance. (As needed)Power Walking (0-3) Prerequisite: H F 1210 or 1200. Thiscourse is designed to develop cardiovascular endurancethrough the activity of brisk walking. Emphasis is on techniqueand practice to gain a satisfactory level of expertise.(As needed)Introductory Jogging (0-3) Prerequisite: H F 1210 or 1200.Available for those students desiring to reach and maintain asatisfactory level of basic physical fi tness through jogging andrunning as a life-long activity. (As needed)Personal Fitness (0-3) Prerequisite: H F 1210 or 1200. Thiscourse is designed for students who need individualized programsto improve fi tness. Psychomotor requirements includeregular workouts using the American College of Sports Medicineexercise prescription for cardiovascular endurance, fl exibility,and muscle strength and endurance. Students have input intomethods of evaluation. (As needed)Circuit Training (0-3) Prerequisite: H F 1210 or 1200. This activitycourse is available for those students desiring to reach andmaintain a satisfactory level of physical fi tness. Circuit trainingactivities will include resistance exercises, core training, andcardiovascular exercise. (As needed)Group Exercise (0-3) Prerequisite: H F 1210 or 1200. Thiscourse is available for those students interested in gaining asatisfactory level of physical fi tness through exercise classesincluding improved cardiovascular endurance (through diverseexercise options), fl exibility and muscular strength and endurance(through Core Training, and Yoga/Pilates sessions),combined with cognitive activities devoted to exercise adherenceand proper nutrition. Students must average attendanceat three sessions weekly (35 total) in order to successfully completethe course requirements. (Fall, Spring)Fitness For Living Modified (1.5-1.5) Prerequisites: Age 30 orabove, medical exemption from activity, or permission of theinstructor. This course is a modified version of H F 1210, designedfor the mature or medically exempted student. Classwill meet one 1.5 hour lecture per week, with approximately 1.5hours per week of physical activity. Computer use required.(Fall, Spring)Fitness For Living (1.0-2.0) Prerequisites: None. Studentsexplore health fitness concepts and practices, evaluate personalfi tness, and select a concurrent laboratory activity for this basiccourse in the health fi tness sequence. Fitness for Living is apre-requisite to all Health Fitness courses unless otherwiseapproved by the instructor. Satisfi es general education requirement.Concurrent enrollment in HF 1210 lab is required(Fall, Spring)Special Topics (0-3) Prerequisite: H F 1210 or 1200. Coursesof study offered occasionally to students to broaden departmenalcurriculum, to meet student demand, or to observe specialevents.178

Course Descriptions - UndergraduateINFORMATION TECHNOLOGYIT 3310IT 3320Information Security (3-0)Prerequisite: CIS 3311. Required course for IT major andminor. Introduces students to current principles and issues focusedon security of information systems. Topics coveredinclude security design principles, implementation, disasterrecovery, countermeasures, and forensics. (Fall)Systems Admin and Maintenance (3-0)Prerequisite: CSC 1325. Required course for IT major andminor. Introduces students to current issues related to administrationand maintenance of information systems. Topics coveredinclude operating system installation, confi guration, maintenance,services, and support. (Spring)KINESIOLOGYKINE 1121-4122Apprentice Athletic Trainer Laboratory (0-20 hours in trainingroom.) (Also, 2121-2122, 3121-3122, 4121-4122-threeyear minimum) Prerequisite: Permission of director of athletictraining. A minimum of 300 clock hours each fall and spring fora minimum of three academic years (1800 clock hours minimum)is required in training room and fi eld experiences inadministering to athletes. Daily logs, case by case critiques,study of related budgeting and acquisition of supplies, maintenanceof training equipment and facilities are included in day-todayexperiences.KINE 2211Coaching Football (2-0) Prerequisites: None. Examinesstrategies for coaching football at the secondary school level.Covers rules and regulations, fundamentals, organizationalprinciples, scouting, technical tactics and other topics. (Fall)KINE 2212Coaching Basketball (2-0) Prerequisites: None. Examinesstrategies for coaching basketball at the secondary school level.Covers rules and regulations, fundamentals, organizationalprinciples, scouting, technical tactics and other topics. (Spring)KINE 2213Coaching Volleyball (2-0) Prerequisites: None. Examinesstrategies for coaching volleyball at the secondary school level.Covers rules and regulations, fundamentals, organizationalprinciples, scouting, technical tactics and other topics.(As needed)KINE 2214Coaching Track And Field (2-0) Prerequisites: None Examinesstrategies for coaching track and fi eld at the secondaryschool level. Covers rules and regulations, fundamentals, organizationalprinciples, scouting, technical tactics and other topics.(Spring)KINE 2241Movement and Rhythmical Activities For Children (1.5-1.5) Prerequisite: KINE 2330 or admission to the TeacherEducation Program. Study of the current theories and emphasison movement exploration and rhythms, including fi tness activitiesfor use in the Physical Education setting. This course includesinformation concerning methods and materials in naturaland creative movement and exposure to a wide variety of availableresources and aids for the various developmental levels ingrades K – 12. (Spring odd years)KINE 2261Assessment of Athletic Injuries (2-0) Prerequisites: KINE2335 or permission of instructor. A study of injury assessmentincluding athletic-related trauma from injuries to the axial region,lower extremities, and upper extremities. This course providesguidelines for development of a sound knowledge base andthe skills required to effectively perform thorough and systematicathletic injury assessments. Course seeks to develop confi -dence in the student athletic trainer in injury recognition throughuse of prevalent assessment techniques. Required for AthleticTraining Prelicensure. (Fall odd years)KINE 2330Foundations of Exercise Science (3-0) An introduction tothe various areas of exercise science and human performance,including historical background, professional opportunities, presentstatus, individual awareness of professional responsibilitiesand familiarization with current trends and issues. Computeruse required. (Fall, Spring)KINE 2335Accident Prevention and Care of Injuries (3-0) A study ofaccident prevention as related to physical education and sports,with emphasis on anatomy and care of athletic injuries.(Fall, Spring) (TCCN PHED 2356)KINE 3100University Interscholastic League Rules (1-0) Prerequisite:junior level standing. Focus on the rules governing Texas highschool athletics as set by the University Interscholastic League.Emphasis on guidelines for member schools, coaches andathletes. This course is prerequisite for any coaching courseand may be taken concurrently. (Fall, Spring)KINE 3230Adapted Physical Education (1-2) Prerequisite: KINE2330 or 2335. A study of selected special populations, withprimary emphasis upon the unique needs, appropriate developmentalactivities, and suggested programs for cognitively andphysically challenged. Off-site lab participations provide opportunitiesto interact with and provide lessons for individuals withdisabilities in activity-based settings. (Spring)KINE 3300Statistics for Measurement and Evaluation InKinesiology (3-0) Prerequisites: KINE 2330, and MATH 1311 orhigher. A study of fundamental purposes and procedures ofdata collecting and analysis. Statistical treatments for all typesof data are practiced and applied to actual test administrationsthat estimate health fi tness, skill fi tness, and motor abilities.(Spring)KINE 3302Introduction to Motor Learning (3-0) Prerequisites: KINE2330, 2335, and 3321, or permission of instructor. Study of currenttheories and practices in motor learning and motor performance.The course emphasizes aspects of learning and performanceof motor skills dealing specifi cally with selected conceptsof skill development and their application to practice.(Fall)KINE 3307Nutrition for the Health Sciences (3-0) Prerequisite: Any labscience. A study of the nutritional bases and strategies to enhancethe health of sedentary, moderately active, and very activeindividuals, through all the stages of life. Attention is givento nutrient physiology, daily choice behavior, and the art of nutritionprescription. (Fall)KINE 3310Exercise Prescription (3-0) Prerequisites: H F 1200/1210,and KINE 2330 or KINE 2335. An investigation into prescribing179

Course Descriptions - Undergraduateexercise to non-adapted persons. Particular emphasis is givento personal assessment, exercise modes, and programs interrelatingduration, intensity, and frequency of exercise.(Fall)KINE 3320Exercise Leadership (3-0) Prerequisites: H F 1210, KINE2330, and KINE 3310. An interactive classroom-fi eld experiencein leading fi tness groups. Class time is given to the explorationof leading techniques. Field time is spent leading campusfi tness groups. Student field experiences are debriefed on aconcurrent basis. (Spring)KINE 3321Anatomical Kinesiology (3-0) Prerequisite: KINE 2335. Astudy of human anatomical and physiological structure, andfundamentals and mechanical principles of movement, withprimary emphasis on the relationship of physical laws whichgovern the universe to the principles of kinesiology applied tophysical education. (Fall, Spring)KINE 3325Biomechanical Kinesiology (3-0) Prerequisites: Any labScience, MATH 1311 or higher. A mathematical study of humanmotion. Mechanical applications are investigated using kineticsand kinematics under the separate or simultaneous conditionsof translational and rotational motion. Individual kinematic projectrequired.KINE 3331Personal and Community Health (3-0) Prerequisites: H F1200 or H F 1210. A study of health and fitness principlesand methods. Specifi c emphasis is placed on maintainingpersonal health in a full and productive life. This course isspecified for students pursuing licensure in athletic training andmay be taken as a general elective by others.(As needed)KINE 3340Instructional Strategies for Elementary School PhysicalEducation (2-1) Prerequisites: KINE 2330 or admission to theTeacher Education Program. Presentation of the activities ofphysical education programs for the elementary school withemphasis upon curriculum planning, progressive selection ofmaterials for different grades, methods of presentation, sourcesof aids and materials, and performance in fundamental movementactivities that are appropriate for the elementary level.(Fall)KINE 3350Instructional Strategies for Secondary School PhysicalEducation (2-1) Prerequisites: KINE 2330 or admission to theTeacher Education Program. Same as KINE 3340 except thatemphasis is given to secondary school programming and methodology.(Spring even years)KINE 3380Therapeutic Modalities and Rehabilitation of AthleticInjuries (3-0) Prerequisite: KINE 2261. Focus on the knowledgeand use of modalities in the rehabilitation of athletic injuries.Provides the student athletic trainer with a comprehensiveguide to the design, implementation, and supervision of rehabilitationprograms for sports-related injuries with particularemphasis on use of modalities and currently acknowledgedsports medicine practices. Required for Athletic Training Pre-Licensure. (Spring, even years)KINE 4100Applied Pharmacology for Athletic Trainers (1-0) Prerequisites:Senior status, or permission of the Director for AthleticTraining. Completion of BIOL 2401 or BIOL 2402, and KINE3321. General pharmacology of drugs acting on the autonomic,cardiovascular, and central nervous systems. Principles governingdrug-receptor interactions, dose-response relationships,desensitization, and tolerance. Required for all ESHP majorsseeking athletic training concentrations. (Spring odd Years)KINE 4120Pedagogical Apprenticeship (0-3) Prerequisites: Seniorstatus and successful completion, with a C or above, in sixHealth Fitness courses including at least one from: Fitness forLiving, Racquet Sports, Team Sports, Cardiovascular Fitness.Involves 45 hours of leadership in laboratory or instructionalsettings related to departmental classes. (Fall, Spring)KINE 4220Laboratory Testing in Exercise Science (1.5-1.5) Corequisite:KINE 4320 or permission of instructor. An experientialsurvey of laboratory procedures and techniques in the measurementof human physical characteristics and performance.Assumption and error in research, as well as measurements ofcardio-vascular endurance, body composition, blood pressure,pulmonary function, heart activity, and body shape are included.Statistical treatments and analyses are practiced and employed.A personal research project is required. (Spring)KINE 4320Physiology of Exercise (3-0) Prerequisite: KINE 2335, 3321.BIOL 2401 is recommended. An investigation of the chronic andacute effects of exercise on human physiological functions.Emphasis is given to factors affecting athletic performance andfunctional health. (Fall, Spring)KINE 4325Risk Management in Exercise Science (3-0) Prerequisite:Senior standing. An explanation of the liability implicationsof teaching/coaching or administering activity based programs.The course will examine the common bases of litigationagainst exercise science professionals, and the risk managementtechniques for minimizing liability in these situations.(Fall even years)KINE 4330Organization and Administration of Athletics (3-0) Prerequisites:Senior status and 9 advanced Kinesiology hours.An overview of the role, structure and governance of interscholasticathletics programs. This course will enable students todevelop and comprehend current knowledge, theories, andpractices in athletic administration which operate within a governanceframework of state and national policies and rules.(As needed)KINE 4340Advanced Techniques of Athletic Training (2-1) Prerequisite:KINE 2261, 2335, 3380 and BIOL 2401 . A study oftheory and practice of athletic training in both the classroom andlaboratory setting. Students will gain further advancement inthe fi eld of athletic training and its administrative concerns.This course will help students gain a better understanding ofoperational procedures relating to legal liability, budgeting,record keeping, proper facilities, training room policies, and thehandling of insurance. Major emphasis will be placed on legalliabilities, injury rehabilitation, and injury recognition. Other areasof study will be modality use, drug education relating toathletes, and nutritional considerations for the athlete. Thiscourse is required for Athletic Training Pre-Licensure.(Spring odd years)KINE 4388Internship ( 0-9 contact hours in work setting)A course of study in an approved environment related to thestudent’s career choice. The student will spend approximately120-140 contact work hours on-site. A report of work experience,which includes content and format that has been agreed180

Course Descriptions - Undergraduateupon by the student, University supervisor, and on-site supervisorwill be required. This is an experience-enriched course andthe capstone course for the Exercise Science and Human Performancemajor, and for the Exercise and Sports Studies minor.Usually taken semester of graduation. (Taken during last semesterat McMurry University). (Fall, Spring)KINE 4X95Independent Studies Prerequisite: Twelve semester hoursand approval of instructor. A study program arranged betweenan advanced student and an instructor to provide study in aparticular area of interest. The course includes a defi nition ofgoals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attainingthose goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and means ofmeasuring progress.KINE 4X96*Honors Tutorial Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Acourse of study for the honors student, designed as a supplementto other physical education courses. The study will be ingreater depth than attempted in the other physical educationcourses, and perhaps on a topic not previously covered.KINE XX99Special Topics A course of study offered occasionally togroups of students to broaden departmental curriculum, to meetstudent demand, or to observe special events. May be repeatedfor credit when topics varyMATHEMATICSMATH 1311College Algebra (3-0) This college algebra coursefocuses on modeling real data, e.g., environmental issues.Topics covered include linear and quadratic functions, systemsof linear equations and matrices, exponential and logarithmicfunctions, series, inequalities, and linear programming. Agraphing calculator is preferred, preferably a TI83+. Somestudents will be required to take DEVS 0330 before being allowedto take this course according to McMurry’s academicplacement policy. MATH 1311 or a higher-level mathematicscourse fulfi lls the General Education requirement for BA andBBA degrees. Consult requirements for your major to see if thiscourse is required. (Fall, Spring) (TCCN MATH 1314)MATH 1312Trigonometry ( 3-0) Prerequisite: MATH 1311. Trigonometricfunctions, solutions of right and oblique triangles, trigonometricidentities and equations, graphs of the trigonometric functions,and DeMoivre’s theorem. A graphing calculator is required,preferably a TI83+. This course (or Precalculus) is a prerequisitefor Calculus I if a student has not had trigonometry in highschool. (As needed) (TCCN MATH 1316)logarithmic, and trigonometric functions with their graphs andapplications. Other topics include inverse functions, inequalities,systems of equations, solution of triangles, trigonometric identities,polar coordinates, and complex numbers. A graphingcalculator is required, preferably a TI83+. This course is aprerequisite for Calculus I. (Fall) (TCCN MATH 2312)MATH 2315Discrete Mathematics (3-0) Prerequisites: MATH 1311 orpermission of instructor. Topics covered include logic, mathematicalproof techniques, sets, functions, relations on sets,number theory, counting techniques, recurrence relations, andgraph theory. Required for the mathematics major, thecomputer science major, and the Computer Information SystemsConcentration. (Fall and Spring) (TCCN MATH 2305)MATH 2421Calculus I (3-1) Prerequisites: MATH 1320 or MATH 1311 and1312 or permission of instructor. An Introduction to the fundamentalconcepts, theorems, and applications of limits, continuity,differentiation, antidifferentiation, and integration of algebraic,logarithmic, exponential, and trigonometric functions. Requiredfor the mathematics major, minor, computer science major, andphysics major. (Fall, Spring) (TCCN MATH 2413)MATH 2322Calculus II (3-0) Prerequisite: MATH 2421. Inverse functions,inverse trigonometric functions, numerical approximation,l’Hopital’s rule, sequences and series, analytical geometry,calculus using polar coordinates, volumes of solids of revolution,improper integrals, applications of the defi nite integral,techniques of integration including integration by parts, algebraicand trigonometric substitution, partial fractions. Required for themathematics major, minor, and physics major. (Fall, Spring)(TCCN MATH 2314)MATH 2340Linear Algebra (3-0) Prerequisites: MATH 2421 or permissionof instructor. An elementary introduction to basic concepts ofLinear Algebra. Topics to be included are matrices, determinantslinear transformations and vector spaces. Required forthe mathematics major, minor, computer science major, andphysics major. (Fall, Spring) (TCCN MATH 2318)MATH 3301Multivariable Calculus (3-0) Prerequisites: MATH 2322 and2340. An introduction to calculus of several variables. Topicsto be included are differentiation, partial derivatives, multivariablechain rule, directional derivatives, gradients, extrema ofreal valued functions, constrained extreme and LaGrange multipliers,divergence, curl, multiple integrals, line integrals, surfaceintegrals, Green’s Theorem, Stokes’ Theorem, and DivergenceTheorem. Optional for the mathematics major, and minor.Required for the physics major, and minor (Spring)MATH 1315Contemporary Math (3-0) This course focuses on conveyingthe power of mathematics by showing a variety of problemsthat can be modeled and solved by quantitative means. Thiscourse will give a broad sense of what Math is about and how itapplies to everyday life. Some of the topics this course may includeare Management Science, Statistics, The Science of Data,Voting and Social Choice, Fairness and Game Theory, The DigitalRevolution, On size and Growth, and Your Money and Resources.Some students will be required to take DEVS 0330before being allowed to take this course according to McMurry’sacademic policy. (Fall, Spring)MATH 1320Pre-Calculus (3-0) Prerequisites: A student must have astrong background in high school algebra and geometry. Astudy of linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential,181MATH 3302Intermediate Analysis (3-0) Prerequisites: MATH 2315,2322. Properties of the real numbers, continuous functions,differentiable functions, infi nite series, and the topology of thereal numbers. Required for the mathematics major and mathematicsgrades (8-12). Optional for the mathematics grades(4-8). (Spring)MATH 3321College Geometry (3-0) Prerequisites: MATH 2315 or 3302or permission of instructor. A study of advanced Euclideangeometry and some of the theorems of non-Euclidean geometry,which is intended to provide a broader view of geometry forthose who plan to teach high school mathematics. (Spring)MATH 3330Teaching Elementary Math I EC-6 (3-0) Prerequisites: A gradeof “C” or better in MATH 1311 or higher. This course is alsocross-listed as ECED 3330. This course introduces the prospec-

Course Descriptions - Undergraduatetive teacher to concepts and developmentally appropriateinstructional strategies for math taught at the EC through Grade6 levels. Students will develop an understanding of fundamentalelementary math concepts such such as problem solving, thedevelopment of early number concepts and number sense,mastery of math facts, operations, fractions and decimals, andproportional reasoning through active and investigative projectsand activities. (Fall, spring, summer), (Required for Math EC-6certification, and Math grades 4-8 certifi cation)MATH 3331Teaching Elementary Math II EC-6 (3-0) Prerequisites: Gradeof “C” or better in MATH 1311 or higher, and MATH 3330. Thiscourse is also cross-listed as ECED 3331. This course will introducethe prospective teacher to concepts and developmentallyappropriate instructional strategies for math taught at the ECthrough Grade 6 levels. Students will develop understanding offundamental elementary math concepts such as geometry andmeasurement, algebraic thinking, statistics and probabilitythrough active and investigative projects and activities. Duringlong semesters students will tutor 5th grade students in math.(Spring, spring, summer), (Required for EC-6 certifi cation)MATH 4331Numerical Analysis With Computer Applications (3-0) Prerequisites:CSC 1325 and MATH 2421 and 2340. Basic numericalmethods for function evaluation, root fi nding, evaluation ofintegrals, simultaneous linear equations, and ordinary differentialequations. (Also cross-listed as Computer Science 4331.)Required for the computer science major and optional forthe mathematics major. (Spring)MATH 4388Internship In Mathematics This is a pre-approved and supervisedwork experience for selected students. Registration isby permission only for students who have met all the qualifi cations.See instructor for details.MATH 4X95Independent Studies A study program arranged between anadvanced student and an instructor to provide intensive studyin a particular area of interest. The course includes a defi nitionof goals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attainingthose goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and means ofmeasuring progress.MATH 3332Theory of Secondary School Mathematics (3-0) A coursedesigned to aid the prospective secondary mathematics teacherin understanding the concepts of mathematics now being taughtin the secondary schools. Manipulatives, cooperative learninginvestigations, projects, writing assignments, and technologyare part of the syllabus. This course is open only to those whowill be student teaching in secondary mathematics during thefollowing spring or fall semester. (Fall)MATH 3341Ordinary Differential Equations (3-0) Prerequisite:MATH 2322. A systematic treatment of the general theory ofordinary differential equations. Linear equations with constantcoefficients, with variable coeffi cients, with regular singularpoints; existence and uniqueness of solutions to fi rst orderequations. Required for the physics major and optional for themathematics major, and minor. (Fall)MATH 3351Statistics (3-0) Prerequisites: MATH 1311 or permission ofinstructor. Introduction to statistics and probability theory,sampling techniques, classifi cation of data, descriptive statistics,exploratory data analysis, probability, random variables, probabilitydistributions, sampling distributions, confi dence intervals,tests of hypothesis, correlation, linear regression, chi-squaretests, and introduction to analysis of variance. Required for thecomputer science major, nursing major, and physics major.Optional for the mathematics major. (Fall, Spring)MATH 4301Advanced Analysis I (3-0) Prerequisite: MATH 3302. A rigoroustreatment of topics introduced in elementary calculusand more advanced topics basic to the study of real analysis. Arequired course for the Math major. (Fall odd years)MATH 4302Advanced Analysis II (3-0) Prerequisite: MATH 4301 A continuationof Mathematics 4301. An optional course for the mathematicsmajor, and minor. (Spring even years)MATH 4321Abstract Algebra I (3-0) Prerequisites: MATH 2315 and 2340.A study of number theory, elementary theory of groups, rings, integraldomains, and fi elds. A required course for the math, mathcomputerscience major. (Fall even years)MATH 4322Abstract Algebra II (3-0) Prerequisite: MATH 4321. A continuationof Mathematics 4321. An optional course for the mathematicsmajor, and minor. (Spring odd years)182MATH 4X96*Honors Tutorial Prerequisites: 25 hours in mathematics andadmission to departmental honors program. Designed for thehonors student in mathematics, including study of particulartopic, historical and background analysis, and research.MATH 4X97*Senior Thesis Of Project Prerequisites: 18 hours in mathematics,admission to departmental honors program, and approvalof research project by department and Honors Committee. Designedfor the honors student in mathematics. An independentresearch project on a topic approved by the mathematics faculty.Findings reported in writing and orally to the faculty of thedepartment. Successful completion required for graduationwith honors in mathematics.MATH XX99Special Topics A course of study offered occasionally togroups of students to broaden departmental curriculum, tomeet student demand, or to observe special events. May berepeated for credit when topics vary.MANAGEMENTMGMT 3310Principles Of Management (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Firstcourse for students concentrating in management. Study ofmanagement principles applicable to various legal forms of organizations.Attention is given to the decision-making process,planning, organizing, leadership, motivation and the controlprocess. (Fall, Spring)MGMT 3370Operations Management (3-0) Prerequisites: MGMT 3310.Required for students concentrating in management. The studyof management as applied to the operations function. Selectedtopics include: capacity, facilities management, project management,inventory management, scheduling, purchasing, technology.The development of current quantitative techniques willsupport the selected topics. (Fall)MGMT 3390Human Resources Management (3-0) Prerequisite:MGMT 3310. Required for students concentrating in management.The study of topics include: staffing, compensation, training,the legal environment, safety and health, and performanceappraisals. (Spring)

Course Descriptions - UndergraduateMGMT 4310Managing For Quality (3-0) Prerequisites: MGMT 3310 andB A 3370 or equivalent statistics course. Required for studentsconcentrating in management. An in-depth study of the majormanagerial philosophies and techniques of quality with a specialemphasis on continuous improvement systems (TQM, CQI).Specific topics include quality design and implementation inmanufacturing, government, service and academic organizations,economics of quality, human resource management forquality and the technical system including inspection and measurement,reliability and statistical process control. (Spring)MGMT 4330Organizational Behavior / Interpersonal Relations (3-0)Prerequisites: MGMT 3310 or approval of instructor. Requiredcourse in the management concentration. The study of individuals,groups, and organizations in the work environment, to includethe structure, processes, and effects of each upon eachother.Also, interpersonal relationships, emphasizing individualand group behavior and communication in the business setting,with further emphasis upon identifying and classifying individualbehavior and personal styles of behavior are examined. Strategiesfor managing interpersonal relationships will be discussedand developed. (Fall)MGMT 4370Marketing Management (3-0) Prerequisites: MGMT 3310,MKTG 3370 or consent of instructor. Advanced elective for themanagement concentration. Study of the managerial directionand control of activities necessary to insure satisfaction ofconsumer needs. Consideration given to the relationships ofthe functions of marketing management in the creation of aformal organization structure. Also cross-listed as MKTG 4370.(Spring)MGMT 4X88Internship (variable credit) A pre-approved and supervisedwork experience designed to supplement academic training.Credit may be granted for one, two, or three semester hours.A student completing a dual concentration could be eligible foran internship in each concentration; however, a separate internshipwork experience would be required for each concentration.Interested students should discuss this course with the Directorof Business Internships. (Spring, Fall)MGMT 4X95Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisites: Seniorstanding and consent of the Dean. A study program arrangedbetween an advanced student and an instructor to provide intensivestudy in a particular area of interest. The course includesa definition of goals appropriate for the advanced student, waysof attaining those goals, a schedule for frequent consultation,and means of measuring progress. (By arrangement)MGMT XX99Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permission ofInstructor. A course of study offered occasionally to groups ofstudents to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet studentdemand, or to observe special events. May be repeated forcredit when topics vary. (By Arrangement)MKTG 3380Marketing Promotions (3-0) Prerequisite: MKTG 3370. Anoverview of Advertising, Personal Selling, Public Relations andSales Promotion as it relates to the Marketing Mix. The emphaiswill be on the Promotional Mix as it is used to inform, persuade,and infl uence the consumer’s purchase decision.(Fall)MKTG 4320Marketing Channels (3-0) Prerequisite: MKTG 3370. Astudy of the strategic implications for management in the selectionof institutions for the movement of goods from their point oforigin to their purchase by the ultimate consumer. This coursewill provide an overview of the functions necessary to the distributionof goods and the design of effi cient and effective systemsof distribution. (Fall)MKTG 4350Consumer Behavior (3-0) Prerequisites: MKTG 3370 orconsent of instructor. An advanced study of marketing theoriesconcerning consumer motivations and behaviors in the marketplace. Emphasis is placed on the behavior of consumers and ofthe major stimuli that infl uence them. (Spring)MKTG 4370Marketing Management (3-0) Prerequisites: MGMT 3310 andMKTG 3370, or consent of instructor. Study of the managerialdirection and control of activities necessary to satisfaction ofconsumer needs. Consideration given to relationships of thefunctions of marketing management in the creation of a formalorganization structure. Cross-listed as MGMT 4370. (Spring)MKTG 4380Marketing Research (3-0) Prerequisites: MKTG 3370 and BA3370 or consent of the instructor. Required of all marketingmajors. Study of the techniques used in determining salespotential, consumer purchasing power, the demand for industrialgoods, sales forecasts, package and brand effectiveness, andthe allocation of territories. Intensive investigation and criticalanalysis of current marketing and business problems. (Fall)MKTG 4X88Internship (variable credit) A pre-approved and supervisedwork experience designed to supplement academic training.Credit may be granted for one, two, or three semester hours.A student completing a dual concentration could be eligible foran internship in each concentration; however, a separate internshipwork experience would be required for each concentration.Interested students should discuss this course with the Directorof Business Internships. (Spring, Fall)MKTG 4X95Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisites: Seniorstanding and consent of the Dean. A study program arrangedbetween an advanced student and an instructor to provideintensive study in a particular area of interest. The courseincludes a defi nition of goals appropriate for the advanced student,ways of attaining these goals, a schedule for frequentconsultation, and means of measuring progress.(By arrangement)MARKETINGMKTG 3370Principles Of Marketing (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Requiredof Business majors and minors. Social and economic aspectsof the principles and the methods underlying the distributionof commodities: the functions performed by the institutionsand the organizations which move goods from the producer tothe consumer. (Fall, Spring)183MKTG XX99Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permission ofInstructor. A course of study offered occasionally to groups ofstudents to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet studentdemand, or to observe special events. May be repeated forcredit when topic varies. (By arrangement)MULTIMEDIA & GRAPHIC DESIGNMMA 2310Introduction to Multimedia Applications (3-0) Students willbecome familiar with multimedia concepts, terminology, and

Course Descriptions - Undergraduatesoftware. Students will apply appropriate design principles anddevelop technical skills as they create video, audio, text, anddigital images. All students will create and publish a digitalportfolio. (Fall, Spring)MMA 2340Introduction to Digital Animation (3-0) Prerequisite: MMA2310. Students will develop animation skills as they use Flashto create multimedia and interactive web content. Students willuse libraries, pre-existing and created symbols, and vectorand raster based drawing tools to produce and manage projectassets. (Spring)MMA 3310Digital Video Capture and Editing (3-0) Prerequisites: None.Upper level elective for Theatre majors. An introduction to thetechniques of capturing digital video through the use of videocameras and downloading for use in non-linear editing on acomputer for a variety of video skills tests including basic editing,applying motion key-frames, titling, transitions, filters, voiceovers,compositing, and chroma-key. Students will createprojects including interviews, commercials, music videos, liveperformances and documentaries. Students will learn how tocompress video for use in various formats including video forweb sites and digital video disks. Cross-listed as MMA 3310.(Fall and/or Spring as needed)MMA 3320HTML and Web Design (3-0) Prerequisites: MMA 2310,ART 1310 strongly recommended. Students will use HTML,CSS, and graphic editing software to create increasingly complexweb pages. Students will produce a well designed, functionalweb site for an external client as the fi nal project.(Fall)MMA 4388Internship in Multimedia Applications (0-9) Prerequisites:senior standing, MMA 3320, ART 1310, either ART 3330 orMMA 2340, and one other course required for the MMA minor/concentration in MMA. Student will work with a faculty memberto design and develop multimedia projects for the university, thecommunity, or local businesses. (Fall, Spring)MMA 3X96Honors Tutorial (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permission ofInstructor. Designed for the honors student in multimedia. Thestudent will engage in research related to proposed work on theHonors Thesis. This course may be repeated for credit.MUSICMUA 0111Marching Band Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. TheMarching Band consists of students from all areas of studyincluding Music majors and non-majors. The band is primarilyinvolved in appearances at football games on campus and inexhibitions across the state during the fall semester. Membershipis open to any student with prior high school or collegeinstrumental experience. (Fall)MUA 0112Wind Ensemble Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. TheMcMurry Wind Ensemble consists of students from all areas ofstudy including music majors and non-majors, and membersare selected by competitive auditions at the beginning of eachsemester. The Wind Ensemble is primarily involved in concertperformances of the core band repertoire. This ensemble meetsmultiple times per week and membership is open, by audition,to any student with prior high school or college instrumentalexperience. This course helps satisfy the ensemble participationcomponents of the major and minor in music. (Fall, Spring)MUA 0113Symphonic Band Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. TheSymphonic Band consists of students from all areas of studyincluding music majors and non-majors. The band is primarilyinvolved in concert appearances on campus and at schools,churces, and community events during the spring semester.Membership is open to any student with prior high school or collegeinstrumental experience. (Spring)MUA 0120Chanters Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor. Chanters isthe main touring choir of McMurry University. It consists of studentsfrom all areas and majors who enjoy performing de-mandingchoral literature ranging from the traditional to the experimental.Performance opportunities include numerous localand area performances in churches, schools, and communityconcerts, and touring each semester is expected. Fall traveltypically involves a retreat weekend and another weekend tour;the spring semester is an extended tour of several days ormore. Membership is determined by audition. (Fall, Spring)MUA 0122McM Sounds Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor. Sound isa small, select vocal ensemble that specializes in a cappellamusic. The signature repertoire of Sounds includes jazz andAmericana literature, and multiple SATB parts are often encountered.This ensemble meets twice a week; an additional sectionalrehearsal and memorization of all music is expected.McM Sounds has its own schedule of performances. Studentsare eligible for this group if they are a current member of Chantersand are selected through a competitive audition at the beginningof the fall semester.MUA 0135Percussion Ensemble Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.The Percussion ensemble consists of percussion majors, nonmajors,and education music majors playing secondary instruments.The ensemble performs a wide variety of standard andcommissioned chamber percussion literature ranging fromtwo to fi fteen players. This ensemble meets several times perweek and performs one concert on the McMurry campus eachsemester. Additional performances in public schools and forspecial events are also part of the ensemble activities. Individualpreparation outside of the normal rehearsal schedule is expected.(Fall, Spring)MUA 0145Brass Ensemble Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.Participation in the McMurry Brass Ensemble provides thestudent with experience in the performance of (a) brassinstrument(s) in a chamber setting. Emphasis will be on ensembleblend, intonation, and balance. Performances may includeon-campus recitals, brief recruiting tours, and competitions.(Fall, Spring)MUA 0150Jazz Ensemble Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. TheJazz Band at McMurry University is a performing ensemble withat least one scheduled concert each semester. It is also anopportunity to learn more about the jazz genre and prepare thestudent for work in the professional music fi eld. Emphasis willbe placed on style and improvisation in both large and smallgroup settings. (Fall, Spring)MUA 0155Opera Workshop Opera Workshop students will sing andact a variety of repertoire via operatic scenes or full-lengthproductions. Repertoire requirements are chosen at the discretionof the Instructor depending upon voice-types andinstrumental accompaniment available each semester. Auditionsmay be required and advanced ear-training and sightsingingskills are expected for principal roles.184

Course Descriptions - UndergraduateMUA 1113Class Piano I Prerequisite: Admission as music major. Corequisite:MTH 1130. Required of all music majors. This courseintroduces the student to the piano in a four semester sequencedesigned to prepare the student for a keyboard profi ciency(MUS 2001). (Fall)MUA 1114Class Piano II Prerequisites: Admission as music major, MUA1113. This course is the second in a four semester sequencedesigned to prepare the student for a keyboard profi ciency(MUS 2001). (Spring)MUA 1115Class Piano III Prerequisites: Admission as music major, MUA1114. This course is the third in a four semester sequencedesigned to prepare the student for a keyboard profi ciency(MUS 2001). (Fall)MUA 1116Class Piano IV Prerequisites: Admission as music major, MUA1115. Co-requisite: MUS 2001. This course is the fourth in afour semester sequence designed to prepare the student for akeyboard profi ciency (MUS 2001). The student will perform ajuried profi ciency at the conclusion of this class. (Spring)MLH 2301Music Appreciation (3-0) An elective for non-music majors.This course is designed for the non-music major and is specifi -cally non-technical. This is a music appreciation survey coursedesigned to acquaint the student with the changes in concertofferings throughout the various periods of music history and toaid in the development of the critical listening skills needed tobecome an active audience participant in a performance setting.(Fall, Spring) (TCCN MUSI 1306)MLH 2380Introduction to Music History (3-0) Prerequisites: M TH1340, admission as music major, or permission of instructor.Required of all music majors. A survey of Western musical historyform its origins through 2000 CE with special emphasis onthe foundational principles established prior to 1450 CE. Topicsinclude major technical developments and trends as well as theworks of the most important composers in the period studied.(Fall)MLH XX99Special Topics (variable credit) An elective. A course of studyoffered occasionally to groups of students to broaden departmentalcurriculum, to meet student demand, or to observespecial events. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.(As needed)MTH 1130Aural Skills I. Prerequisites: Admission as music major, orpermission of instructor. Corequisites: MTH 1330, and classpiano/completed profi ciency. A study of the fundamental elelmentsof music theory as they apply to music reading andmusic notation. This class will focus primarily on the acquisitionof aural recognition skills and music reading skills. Students willearn to write music as it is being played, and be able to performmusic using solfege, rhythmic counting and rudimentary conductingskills. (Fall)MTH 1140Aural Skills II. Prerequisites: MTH 1130 and class piano/completedprofi ciency, admission as music major, or permission ofinstructor. A continued study of the fundamental elements of musictheory as they apply to music reading and music notation.This class will focus primarily on the acquisition of aural recognitionskills and music reading skills. Students will learn to writemusic as it is being played, and be able to perform music usingsolfege, rhythmic counting and rudimentary conducting skills.(Spring)MTH 1330Theory I (3-2) Prerequisites: Admission as music major, orpermission of instructor. Corequisites: MTH 1130 and classpiano/completed profi ciency. Required of all music majors andminors. A study of the fundamental elements of music with anemphasis on developing written music recognition skills. Anexamination of notation, scales and intervals, as well as melodicand rhythmic structure. (Fall)MTH 1340Theory II (3-2) Prerequisite: M TH 1330, admission as musicmajor, or permission of instructor. Corequisite: classpiano/completed profi ciency. Required of all music majors andminors. A continued examination of traditional, common practiceharmony, including part-writing practices of the 18th and 19thcenturies. (Spring)MLH 3375Western Music 1450-1800 (3-0) Prerequisites: MLH 2380,admission as music major, or permission of instructor.Required of every music major. A comprehensive study ofWestern musical history from 1450-1800 CE. Topics includemajor technical developments and trends, the infl uence ofextra-musical events and context, and the lives and works ofimportant composers. (Spring)MLH 3380Western Music 1800-present (3-0) Prerequisite: M LH 2380admission as music major, or permission of instructor.Required of all music majors. A comprehensive study of Westernmusical history from 1800 to the present, including importanttrends in American music and infl uences form non-WesternMusical traditions. Topics include major technical developmentsand trends, the infl uence of extra-musical events andcontext, and the lives and works of important composers.(Fall)MLH 4X95Independent Studies (variable credit) An elective. A studyprogram arranged between an advanced student and an instructorto provide intensive study in a particular area of interest.The course includes a defi nition of goals appropriate for the advancedstudent, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule forfrequent consultation, and means of measuring progress.(As needed)185MTH 3130Aural Skills III. Prerequisites: MTH 1140, admission as musicmajor, or permission of instructor. Corequisite: class piano/completedprofi ciency. Required of all music majors. The continuedstudy of expanded 18th C part-writing in dictation, with a furtheremphasis on the acquisition of aural recognition skills and musicreading skills. Students will refi ne ability to write music as it isbeing played, and be able to perform music using solfege, rhythmiccounting and rudimentary conducting skills. (Fall)MTH 3140Aural Skills IV. Prerequisites: MTH 3130, admission as musicmajor, or permission of instructor. Corequisite: class piano/completedprofi ciency. Required of all music majors. The continuedstudy of expanded 18th C part-writing in dictation, with an addedemphasis on recognition skills and music reading skills in examplesof advanced harmony, chromatic harmony and multimeter.(Spring)MTH 3330Theory III (3-2) Prerequisites: M TH 1340, admission as musicmajor, or permission of instructor. Corequisite: class piano/completedprofi ciency. Required of all music majors. A study of theharmonic practices of non-traditional music, including musicpredating the common practice period as well as music of the20th century (Fall)

Course Descriptions - UndergraduateMTH 3340Theory IV (3-2) Prerequisites: M TH 3330, admission as musicmajor, or permission of instructor. Corequisite: classpiano/completed profi ciency. Required of all music majors. Practicalapplication of the student’s understanding of fundamentals,harmony, and advanced harmony to the analysis of music. Astudy of terminology and techniques of Music Theory in a practicalapplication of analysis. (Spring)MTH 4210Forms and Styles (2-1) Prerequisites: M TH 3340, admissionas music major, or permission of instructor. An examination ofsmall forms and combination forms, and their various applicationsin different style periods of music. (Spring odd years)MTH 4250Orchestration and Arranging (2-1) Prerequisites: M TH 3340,admission as music major, or permission of instructor. A studyof the characteristics, strengths, and limitations of various musicalinstruments as well as the voice. Application of this study inthe transcription of Music from one media to another. The useof a computer notation program will be utilized.(Spring even years)MTH 4X95Independent Studies (variable credit) An elective. A studyprogram arranged between an advanced student and an instructorto provide intensive study in a particular area of interest.The course includes a defi nition of goals appropriate for the advancedstudent, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule forfrequent consultation, and means of measuring progress.(As needed.)MUED 1305Introduction to Music Education (3-0) Prerequisites: Admissionas music major, or permission of instructor. This courseprovides a foundation in basic principles of music teaching.Fundamentals of music lesson planning, assessment, errordetection, complete teaching cycles, and corrective feedbackare developed, with an emphasis on utilizing these skills to effectively address the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skillsand National Standards for Music Education in a music classroom.This course also provides training for using microcomputerapplications involving the following: music notation software,marching band show design software, and databases.Students will become familiar with these software packages andlearn how they can be integrated into a public school musicprogram. (Fall)MUED 3113String Techniques and Methods (1-1) Prerequisites: M TH1340, admission as music major, or permission of instructor. Astudy of the principles of playing and teaching stringed instruments,with a special emphasis on the opportunities and problemsof public school programs. Offered through intercollegiatecourses. Fall semes ter recommended. (Fall)MUED 3114Flute and Saxophone Methods. (1-1) Prerequisites: Admissionas music major, or permission of instructor. The basicprinciples involved in playing fl ute and saxophone, with andemphasis on pedagogy. Course involves observations of beginningwoodwind classes in local schools, writing lesson plans,single reed adjustment, embouchure development, fi ngeringsfor each instrument, as well as graded literature for each instrument.(Spring even years)MUED 3115Clarinet and Double Reed Methods. (1-1) Prerequisites:Admission as music major, or permission of instructor. Thebasic principles involved in playing clarinet, oboe, and bassoon,with an emphasis on pedagogy. Course involves obser-vations of beginning woodwing classes in local schools, writinglessons plans, single reed adjustment, embouchure development,fingerings for each instrument, as well as graded literaturefor each instrument. (Spring odd years)MUED 3116High Brass Methods. (1-1) Prerequisites: Admission as musicmajor, or permission of instructor. A study of the principlesinvolving playing and teaching high brass instruments, includingtrumpet and horn. (Fall even years)MUED 3117Low Brass Methods (1-1) Prerequisites: Admission as musicmajor, or permission of instructor. A study of the principlesinvolving playing and teaching low brass instruments, includingtrombone, euphonium, and tuba. (Fall odd years)MUED 3118Percussion Techniques and Methods I (1-1) Prerequisites:admission as music major, or permission of instructor. A studyof the basic principles involved in playing and teaching percussioninstruments, with a special emphasis on exploring the widevariety of percussion techniques. (Spring even years)MUED 3119Percussion Techniques and Methods II (1-1). Prerequisite:admission as music major, or permission of instructor. A studyof the basic principles involved in playing and teaching world,drum set, and marching percussion, with a special emphasis onexploring the wide variety of percussion techniques.(Spring odd years)MUED 3220Fundamentals of Conducting (1-1) Prerequisites: MusicTheory 1340, admission as music major, or permission of instructor.A study of the fundamental principles of conducting music,including score reading, score preparation, baton techniques,and performance group motivation. (Spring)MUED 3221Advanced Instrumental Conducting (1-1) Prerequisites:MUED 3220, admission as music major, or permission of instructor.Required by all Instrumental Music Education majors.A study of the advanced skills of conducting, including knowledgeof literature, understanding of programming, understandingof rehearsal techniques found successful at a variety of `grade levels, group motivation, score reading, advanced baton/hand techniques, professional organizations, competitions andadministrative details. (Fall)MUED 3222Advanced Choral Conducting. (1-1) Prerequisites: MUED3220, admission as music major, or permission of instructor.Required of all Choral Music Education majors. A study of theadvanced skills of conducting, including knowledge of literature,understanding of programming, understanding of rehearsaltechniques found successful at a variety of grade levels, groupmotivation, score reading, advanced baton/hand techniques,professional organizations, competitions and administrativedetails specifi c to directing a choral education program. (Fall)MUED 3230Survey of Elementary Materials (2-0) Prerequisites: MUED1305, admission as music major, or permission of instructor.A study of the general music methods for primary andintermediate grade levels. This course emphasizes the practicalapplication of the student’s knowledge of music as applied tolower grade levels. Time will be spent also applying educationalrubrics of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills and NationalStandards for Music Education into lesson planning.(Spring)186

Course Descriptions - UndergraduateMUED 3235Vocal Pedagogy (1-1) Prerequisites: MTH 1330, MTH 1340,admission as music major, or permission of instructor. A studyof the methods of teaching voice, including areas of anatomy,acoustics, literature and psychology of singing. Will include asurvey of the history of vocal production from 1600 to present;special emphasis given to vocal training methods and stylescurrently in use. (Spring)MUED 3250Marching and Jazz Methods (1-1) Prerequisites: MUED 1305,admission as music major, or permission of instructor. Thiscourse examines basic pedagogical principles for jazz andmarching band. Students will study core repertoire for big bandand jazz combo ensembles, concepts of appropriate musicalstyle, and the teaching of basic improvisation. Students will alsostudy marching show design principles, computer-assisted showdesign techniques, and basic pedagogy for teaching marchingfundamentals and managing a colorguard. (Fall even years)MUED 3291Singer’s Diction I (1-1) Prerequisites: MTH 1340, admissionas music major, or permission of instructor. A study of the principlesof appropriate singing diction. Specifi c study of the InternationalPhonetic Alphabet (IPA) will precede an introduction toEnglish, Italian and Latin languages. Students will be requiredto study and perform art songs, operatic or oratorio literaturefrom the English, Italian and Latin vocal repertoire. (Fall)MUED 3292Singer’s Diction II (1-1). Prerequisites: MTH 1340, admissionas music major, or permission of instructor. A study of the principlesof appropriate singing diction. Specifi c study of the InternationalPhonetic Alphabet (IPA) will precede an introduction toFrench and German languages. Students will be required tostudy and perform art songs, operatic or oratorio literature fromthe French and German vocal repertoire. (Spring)MUED 4200Music Teaching Practicum I (1-1) Prerequisites: MUED 1305,3220, admission as music major, or permission of instructor.This course builds upon the student’s prior training inmusic pedagogy and conducting. Advanced conducting techniquesand psychological foundations for teaching instrumentalmusic are explored to develop effective rehearsal skills for theensemble setting. Appropriate methods and materials arestudied, with an emphasis on addressing the Texas EssentialKnowledge and Skills and National Standards for Music Education,and administrative facets of directing a music program areconsidered. (Spring)MUED XX99Special Topics (variable credit) An elective. A course of studyoffered occasionally to groups of students to broaden departmentalcurriculum, to meet student demand, or to observespecial events. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.(As needed)MUS 1000Recital Attendance This course is required for all musicmajors and minors. Music majors are required to enroll in eightsemesters. Music Education majors are exempt from thisrequirement during their semester of student teaching. Musicminors are required to enroll in four semesters. A required list ofrecitals to attend will be published each semester. This courseis pass/fail. (Fall, Spring)MUS 2000Applied Proficiency Prerequisites: Admission as music major,or permission of instructor. This course is required of all musicmajors. The student will be given two opportunities to pass thisproficiency. Failure after two attempts will result in withdrawal ofmusic major status. (Fall, Spring)MUS 2001Keyboard Proficiency This course is required of all musicmajors. Students enroll in it concurrently with their fourth semesterof class piano, MUA 1116. Students not passing thecourse must repeat enrollment in MUA 1116 until the requirementsof the keyboard profi ciency are met.This course is pass/fail. (Fall, Spring)MUS 4000Senior Recital Prerequisites: Admission as music major, orpermission of instructor. See # 8 on page 106.NURSINGNURS 2301Introduction to Nursing Skills (3-0) This course introducesareas of learning vital to nursing practice. These are fundamentalnursing concepts and practices related to the holistic deliveryof nursing care. Included are effective communication, clientteaching, basic assessment skills, nutritional support, safetyprinciples, and beginning profi ciency in selected nursing skills.Skills include, but are not limited to, vital sign measurement,hygienic care, standard precaution application and medicalterminology usage.MUED 4210Music Teaching Practicum II (1-1) Prerequisites: MUED 1305,3220, admission as music major, or permission of instructor.This course builds upon the student’s prior training inmusic pedagogy and conducting. Advanced conductingtechniques and psychological foundations for teaching choralechniques and psychological foundations for teaching choralmusic are explored to develop effective rehearsal skills for theensemble setting. Appropriate methods and materials arestudied, with an emphasis on addressing the Texas EssentialKnowledge and Skills and National Standards for Music Education,and administrative facets of directing a music program areconsidered. (Fall)MUED 4X95Independent Studies (variable credit) An elective. A studyprogram arranged between an advanced student and an instructorto provide intensive study in a particular area of interest. Thecourse includes a defi nition of goals appropriate for the advancedstudent, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule forfrequent consultation, and a means of measuring progress.(As needed)187NURS 3323Pharmacology (3-0) Discussion of the fundamental principlesof pharmacology and investigation of the major classifi cationsof drugs with emphasis on pharmaco-therapeutic actionsand nursing implications will be presented. Previously learnedskills and concepts as well as prerequisite science courses areintegrated into the discussions. Principles of safe medicationadministration will be integrated throughout the course.NURS 3324Dimensions of Nursing (3-0) This course will explore thenurse’s professional roles and values, and the interaction of thenurse with the health care delivery system. The historical developmentof the nursing profession will be analyzed. Importantconcepts integrated throughout the course are critical thinking,problem solving, legal/ethical principles, decision-making modelsand the contribution of nursing theory to practice. Medicalterminology will be introduced.NURS 3335Mental Health Nursing (2-1) Physiological and psychologicalaspects of mental health related to acute and chronic healthproblems across the lifespan will be examined. The role of the

Course Descriptions - Undergraduateprofessional nurse in health promotion and illness preventionare key components. Emphasis is placed on the mental healthmilieu that exists within a community setting.NURS 3410Pathophysiology (4-0) Scientifi c concepts related to pathophysiologicalprocess: genetic, cellular, biochemical, and diseaseprocesses in specifi c body systems will be discussed.NURS 3421Health Assessment (3-1) Assessment of the holistic personas an individual and a member of groups, families, aggregates,communities, and society (IFACS) is emphasized. The role ofthe nurse in health promotion throughout the life cycle isdemonstrated by identifying normal fi ndings. Emphasis will beplaced on acquiring skills to record client histories, to performphysical assessment, and to communicate specifi c fi ndings.NURS 3622Nursing Process I (3-3) Students are provided with basicknowledge of concepts inherent to the practice of professionalnursing and in the care of all clients. The course lays the foundationfor nursing practice based on current nursing theories,theoretical knowledge, concepts, and clinical skills. Theory isapplied to practice in a variety of settings. (Fall)NURS 3836Nursing Process II (5-3) Students are introduced to obstetricaland pediatric nursing concepts and care. The course focuseson normal and abnormal adaptations in the childbearingprocess and on growth and development of the child and conditionsand illness that affect child health. (Spring)NURS 4335Community and Public Health Nursing (2-1) The focus ofthis introductory course is the presentation of key concepts,theories, and issues relevant to practice as a public health/communityhealth nurse. The course will explore the major conceptsand conceptual issues underlying the specialty of communityoriented nursing, including the dimensions of public health andcommunity health nursing. The course is intended to assiststudents in clarifying conceptual issues in the specialty and inbeginning to develop positions on critical health care issues includingaccess to care, disparities, vulnerable populations,health promotion across the lifespan, and the implementationand progress of Healthy People 2010 National Health Objectives.NURS 4343Nursing Theories and Research (3-0) Nursing Theoriesand Research provides a forum for the study of professionalnursing related needs, through broadening the students’ abilityto read, interpret, and integrate research information and theoreticalmodels into practice. It is intended to introduce students,as beginning practitioners, to research and theory in nursing.NURS 4352Leadership and Management (3-0) Leadership and managementprinciples of professional nursing provide the studentopportunities to synthesize and integrate learning experienceswith contemporary practice. Health care as it is delivered in theUnited States today will be examined by considering the organizationalsocio-political, economic, legal, and cultural contexton which health care delivery is based for the practicing profession.NURS 4360Professional Nursing (3-0) The course is designed forthe RN student who is seeking a baccalaureate degree. Thiscourse is designed to promote transition to roles that enhanceprofessional practice and growth built on prior nursing educationand experience.NURS 4370Lab and Diagnostics Lab and diagnostics studies(3-0) Elective.Rationale for studies, expected and abnormal fi ndings, clinicalimplications, procedures involved in pre-test/post-test care ofthe client undergoing studies.NURS 4371Health Care Missions (3-0) Elective. This course willprovide the student a foundation for health care strategies thatwill be used to serve and evangelize in cross cultural environments.The student will be introduced to strategies for learningculture and language as well as communicating and educatingcross culturally.NURS 4372Perioperative Nursing (3-0) Elective. The focus of thecourse is care of the client during the perioperative period andthe nursing responsibilities inherent in caring for this uniqueclient. Clinical experience includes activities in the preoperative,intraoperative, and postoperative stages. Legal and ethicalconcerns during the perioperative period will also be explored.NURS 4373Care of the Terminally Ill (3-0) Elective. This courseexamines the components of providing holistic care for the dyingclient. Emphasis is placed on providing a comfortable environmentfor the client, including pain management and managementof other symptoms. Facilitating communication amongclient, family, and members of the interdisciplinary health careteam is an essential part of providing quality care at the end oflife. Psychosocial and spiritual needs of the dying client arediscussed.NURS 4453Professional Nursing Practicum (0-4) Comprehensiveclinical experience for the student to assist in the transition fromstudent to professional nurse will be provided. Students willhave opportunities to synthesize and integrate previous learningand apply it to clinical practice. The student will work directlywith a professional nurse during the clinical experience in a selfdirectedindependent position. This course is pass/fail.NURS 4651Nursing Process IV (4-2) Examination of physiological andpsychological adaptation to responses dealing with stressors/stimuli related to acute and critical health problems. Emphasisis on clients experiencing critical physiological deviations.(Spring)NURS 4661Evidenced Based Practice I (4-2) Examination of physiologicaland psychological adaptation of responses dealing withstressor/stimuli related to acute and serious health problems.Emphasis is on clients who experience physiological deviations.NURS 4662Evidenced Based Practice II (4-2) Examination of physiologicaland psychological adaptation responses to serioushealth problems with emphasis critical physiological deviationswith a special focus on older adultsNURS 4846Nursing Process III (5-3) Examination of physiological andpsychological adaptation to responses dealing with stressors/stimuli related to acute and serious health problems. Emphasisis on clients who experience physiological deviation. (Fall)PHILOSOPHYPHIL 2350Introduction to Philosophy (3-0 ) Prerequisites: None. Forall students. Satisfi es 3 hours general education requirement188

Course Descriptions - Undergraduatefor Critical Reasoning. This course acquaints students with thefundamental problems of philosophy and the cardinal issuesconfronted in major areas of philosophy, aimed at giving historicalbackground in philosophical, scientifi c, and religious traditionsas well as providing resources for understanding issuesand problems of contemporary society. (Fall, Spring)(TCCN PHIL 1301)PHIL 2360Logic (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Satisfi es 3 hours generaleducation requirement for Critical Reasoning. This courseanalyzes the principles of sound reasoning with regard to thedevelopment of clear thought and articulate expression. Thecourse provides a basic introduction to informal and formal logic;traditional and symbolic deductive logic; the logic of the sciencesand the philosophy of language. (As needed)PHIL 3300History of Ancient Philosophy (3-0) Prerequisites: PHIL2350 or permission of instructor. For all students. May count asadvanced elective credit. This course examines the developmentof the basic problems and perspectives of Ancient Greekand roman philosophical thought, with major attention to thePresocratic period; Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle; Epicureanism,Stoicism, Skepticism, and Neoplatonism (As needed)PHIL 3305Medieval Philosophy (3-0) Prerequisites: PHIL 2350 or permissionof instructor. For upper level students. May countadvanced elective credit. This course examines the main problems,infl uences and major thinkers of the Middle Ages; theorigins of Christian philosophy, its development through theearly and later Middle Ages; Scholastic philosophy and itscritics. (Fall even years)PHIL 3310History of Modern Philosophy (3-0) Prerequisites: PHIL2350 or permission of instructor. For upper level. May count asadvanced elective credit. This course examines the main developmentsin modern philosophy from the Renaissance andSeventeenth Century to the post- Hegelian philosophies of theNineteenth Century, showing the relation of philosophicaltheories to the political, economic, religious, and cultural aspectsof modern society. (Spring even years)PHIL 3325Symbolic Logic (3-0) Prerequisites: None. For upper levelstudents. May count as advanced elective credit. The course isan introduction to the concepts, methods and theory of ModernLogic, with emphasis on acquiring basic skills for analyticalreasoning and expression, proofs of validity, and understandingthe nature and application of formalized logistic systems.(Spring even years)PHIL 3330Topics in Ethics (3-0) Prerequisites: PHIL 2350 or permissionof instructor. For upper level students. May count as advancedelective credit. Classical and modern theories of value andmorality posing alternative views of responsibilities to self andsociety; designed to assist in application of ethical principles incontemporary society. (Fall odd years)through Fichte, the romantics, and Hegel to Marx. Selectedtopics include: classical liberalism vs. communitarianism, thenature of political obligation, and rights. (As needed)PHIL 3345Philosophy of Mind (3-0) Prerequisites: PHIL 2350 or permissionof instructor. A study of the mind-body problem with particularattention to materialism, the nature of consciousness,qualia, and artifi cial intelligence. Or, a study of the nature ofhuman action with special attention to intentionality, practicalrationality, and moral psychology. Course may be repeated forcredit with permission of instructor. (As needed)PHIL 4300Religious Epistemology (3-0) Prerequisites: PHIL 2350, a3000 level PHIL course, or permission of instructor. A study orthe nature and foundation of knowledge and the ultimatenature of reality. Issues include skepticism and justifi cation,internalist vs. externalist accounts of knowledge, the status ofuniversals, free will vs. determinism, and realism vs. antirealism.Designed primarily for philosophy minors or studentswith advanced standing in philosophy. Course may be repeatedfor credit with permission of instructor. (As needed)PHIL 4310Contemporary Philosophy (3-0) Prerequisites: PHIL 2350,a 3000 level PHIL course, or permission of instructor. For upperlevel students. This course covers the main philosophicalmovements and individual thinkers of the 20th century; includingidealism, realism, pragmatism, logical positivism, scientifi c empiricism,phenomenology, linguistic analysis, existentialism,deconstruction and philosophical hermeneutics.(As needed)PHIL 4320Philosophy of Religion (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Cross-Listed in Religion. For upper level students. May be countedfor advanced Religion credit. This course examines the conceptualbasis and logic of religious commitment. Emphasis on thevarieties of theism together with appraisals of competing views,rational grounds for belief in God, the problem of evil, and humandestiny. Issues will be related to contemporary theology.(As needed)PHIL 4X95Independent Studies (variable credit) For minors. This is astudy program arranged between an advanced student and aninstructor to provide intensive study in a particular area of interest.The course includes a defi nition of goals appropriate forthe advanced student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedulefor frequent consultation, and means of measuring progress.(As needed)PHIL 4X96*Honors Tutorial (variable credit) Prerequisites: 12 hours inphilosophy and admission to departmental honors program.The course concentrates on a major area or complex of problemsin philosophy, draws on relevant contemporary and classicalsources, and will cultivate the student’s ability to think andwrite philosophically. The course requires weekly conferenceswith the instructor. (As needed)PHIL 3340Great Books in Political Philosophy (3-0) Prerequisite: PHIL2350 or permission of instructor. A study of the nature and foundationfor political society and the state, basis for political obligation,and rights of the State vs. those of individuals. Representativefi gures include Nozick, Rawls, Rousseau, Hegel, andMarx.PHIL 3341Classical German Political Philosophy (3-0) Prerequisites:PHIL 2350 or permission of instructor. This course traces thedevelopment of classical German political philosophy from Kant189PHIL 4X97*Senior Thesis (variable credit) Prerequisites: 12 hours inphilosophy, admission to departmental honors program and approvalof thesis project by department and honors committee.Findings will be reported in writing and orally to an appropriateforum. (As needed)PHIL 4398Senior Seminar (3-0) Prerequisites: 15 hours of philosophy.For honors students, majors or minors or advanced electivecredit. This course concentrates on one, two, or three of the

Course Descriptions - Undergraduateclassic philosophers or philosophical problems. Students takingthe course for honors credit must enroll concurrently inPHIL 4X97*, Senior Thesis, and complete the thesis as part ofthis course. (As needed)PHIL XX99Special Topics (variable credit) For minors. This course isoffered occasionally to groups of students to broaden departmentalcurricula, to meet student demand, or to observe specialevents. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.(As needed)PHYSICSPHYS 1400Introduction to Physics (3-3) Prerequisites: None. This courseis intended for non-science majors. Optional course for generaleducation requirements in Natural Science. This is a one-semestercourse covering the basic principles of classical and modernphysics. No mathematics preparation beyond high schoolalgebra and geometry is assumed. (Fall or Spring)(TCCN PHYS 1410)PHYS 1401Introduction to Astronomy (3-3) Prerequisites: None. Thiscourse is intended for non-science majors. Optional course forgeneral education requirements in Natural Science. This is asurvey course covering the solar system, stars, and galaxiesincluding modern cosmology. No mathematics preparationbeyond high school algebra and geometry is assumed.(Fall or Spring) (TCCN PHYS 1411)PHYS 1410General Physics I (3-3) Prerequisites: MATH 1311 andworking knowledge of trigonometry. This is the fi rst partof a two-course series intended for students in the fi elds ofnatural science or mathematics and for those following the premedicalcurricula. This course covers the fundamentals ofmechanics, including motion, vectors, forces, momentum, rotationalmotion, gravity, mechanical energy, and possibly sound.Emphasis is placed on the concepts and problem solving techniquesof physics. (Fall) (TCCN PHYS 1401)PHYS 1420General Physics II (3-3) Prerequisite: PHYS 1410. This isthe second part of a two-course series intended for students inthe fi elds of natural science or mathematics and for those followingthe pre-medical curricula. This course covers the fundamentalsof sound, heat, thermodynamics, electrostatics, directcurrent circuits, magnetostatics, light, and some optics. Emphasisis placed on the concepts and problem solving techniques ofphysics. (Spring) (TCCN PHYS 1402)PHYS 2310Automated Experimental Measurements (2-3). Prerequisites:PHYS2520 or instructor’s permission. This is a required coursefor Physics majors. This course serves as an introduction toelectronic lab equipment and use thereof for automated experiment,an important tool of modern scientifi c exploration.Through the use of LabVIEW, a graphical programming enginewith roots in C++, students will learn how to program in LabVIEW, use analog and digital input/output, control and readtransducers; develop systems for motion control, and interfacingwith high level electronic devices. This course is a transformationfrom general physics knowledge to upper level physics. Studentsentering their junior year of physics curriculum will fi ndthis course useful for improving their research skills beforethey enter the upper division courses requiring experimentation.(Fall as needed)those intending to pursue an engineering degree. It is also recommendedfor Math, the sciences, and Computer Science majorswho are comfortable with differential calculus. This coursecovers the fundamentals of mechanics: motion, vectors, forces,momentum, rotational motion, gravity, mechanical energy, andpossibly sound. Emphasis is placed on calculus-based problemsolving skills. (Fall)PHYS 2520University Physics II (4-3) Prerequisites: PHYS 2510, MATH2421. Corequisite MATH 2322. This is the second part of atwo-part series intended for physics majors and those intendingto pursue and engineering degree. It is also recommended forMath, the sciences, and Computer Science majors who arecomfortable with differential and integral calculus. This coursecovers the fundamentals of sound, heat, thermodynamics, electrostatics,DC circuits, magnetostatics, light, and some optics.emphasis is placed on calculus-based problem solving skills.(Spring)PHYS 3270Advanced Physics Laboratory (1-3) Prerequisite: PHYS3300. This is a required course for physics majors. This courseis intended to advance the student’s practice and experience inphysical measurements and serve as an introduction to theechniques and instruments used in experimental research inoptics, atomic and nuclear physics, and astrophysics. This is anexperience-enriched course. (Spring)PHYS 3300Introduction to Modern Physics (3-0) Prerequisite:PHYS 2520. This is a required course for physics majors. Thiscourse is intended to introduce the student to a wide range ofareas under the heading of Modern Physics. These areasinclude relativity theory, atomic and nuclear physics, quantummechanics, and elementary particle physics. (Fall)PHYS 3315Engineering Statics (3-0) Prerequisites PHYS 2510, MATH2322. This course is an advanced elective for physics majorswho intend to attend an engineering program. The course coversvector analysis of force systems, resultants, equilibrium,distributed forces, moments, trusses and frames, and friction.(Alternate Falls)PHYS 3325Engineering Dynamics (3-0) Prerequisite PHYS 3315. Thiscourse is an advanced elective for physics majors who intendto attend an engineering program. The course covers vectoranalysis of particles and rigid bodies using Newton’s Laws,impulse-momentum, and work-energy. (Alternate Spring)PHYS 3350Electronics (2-3) Prerequisite: PHYS 2520. This course willintroduce students to the basic electronic devices which comprisemost electronic equipment. Topics include generalcircuitry, diodes, transistors, oscilloscopes, power supplies, anda touch of digital electronic devices such as op-amps and logicgates. Laboratory exercises are an integral part of the course.(Spring)PHYS 3352Digital Electronics (2-1) This course is required for electricalengineering focus students, but serves as an elective for otherphysics students. This course focuses on modern, digital electronicsand integrated circuits, microprocessors, Boolean logic,and analog to digital devices. In lab, students will use moderntest stand equipment and software to explore different integratedcircuits and microprocessors. (Alternate Falls)PHYS 2510University Physics I (4-3) Corequisite: MATH 2421. This is thefi rst part of a two-part series intended for Physics majors and190

Course Descriptions - UndergraduatePHYS 3385Advanced Modern Physics (3-0) Prerequisites: PHYS 3300,MATH 3341. This course serves as an advanced elective forphysics majors intending to go on to graduate school in physics.The course covers special relativity beyond Introduction toModern Physics and a little general relativity as well as molecularphysics, nuclear physics, nuclear reactions, particle physics,and possible astrophysics or solid state physics.(As needed)PHYS 4175Physics Research Proposals (1-0) Prerequisite: Studentsmust have completed the equivalent of a physics minor. Thiscourse is a requirement for the major. Students will use thissemester to investigate the feasibility of a research project oftheir choice. The project may be designed for an individual orfor a team. The course consists of weekly meetings to discussthe progress and possible refi nement of the project. The resultof the course will be a feasibility report, budget proposal, projectschedule, and formal presentation to the Society of Physics Students.If the project is determined to be feasible, includingbudget, it satisfies the prerequisite for the Senior Capstonecourse. (Fall, Spring)PHYS 4275Physics Research Project (1-3) Prerequisite: Completion ofPHYS 4175 with a feasible project, budget, and research plan.This course is a requirement for the major and serves as theCapstone Experience for the major. Using the project plan developedin PHYS 4175, students will use this semester to carryCapstone Experience for the major. Using the project plan developedin PHYS 4175, students will use this semester to carryout the research previously proposed. The project may be performedby an individual or by a team as determined by the proposal.The course consists of weekly meetings to discuss theprogress and possible refi nement of the project as well as a regularlab schedule during which the work is done. The result ofthe course will be a written report (suitable for journal submission)and formal presentation to the Society of Physics Students(or at a conference).(Fall, Spring)PHYS 4300Classical Mechanics (3-0) Prerequisites: PHYS 2520, MATH3341. This is a required course for Physics majors. The fi rst oftwo parts, this course is an in-depth study of kinematics, dynamics,central force motion, harmonic motion, and related areas ofMechanics. A strong mathematical focus, using Lagrangian andHamiltonian formalism, is taken. (Alternate Falls)PHYS 4302Classical Mechanics II (3-0) Prerequisites: PHYS 4300,MATH 2340; Corequisites: MATH 3301. This course serves asan advanced elective for physics majors. The second of twoparts, this course applies the methods of Classical Mechanicsdeveloped in PHYS 4300 towards complicated oscillatorysystems, the motion of rigid bodies, and related areas of Mechanics.Mechanics of continuous media may be considered.(Alternate Springs)PHYS 4310Electricity & Magnetism (3-0) Prerequisites: PHYS 2520,MATH 3301. Corequisite MATH 3341. This is a requiredcourse for physics majors. The fi rst of two parts, this coursewill cover such topics as vector analysis, electrostatics, Gauss’Law, multipoles, BVP, dielectrics, and steady currents.(Alternate Falls)PHYS 4312Electricity & Magnetism II (3-0) Prerequisite: PHYS 4310.This course is required for physics students with electric engineeringfocus and serves as advanced elective for other physicsstudents. The second of two parts, this course will cover suchtopics as magnetostatics, Ampere’s law, Faraday’s Law, Maxwell’sequations, and radiation. (Alternate Springs)PHYS 4330Quantum Mechanics (3-0) Prerequisites: PHYS 4300,MATH 3301. Corequisite MATH 3351. This course is requiredfor physics and electrical engineering focus students, but servesas an advanced elective for students with civil/mechanical focus.This course offers an introduction to quantum mechanics, includingsuch topics as wave mechanics, Schroedinger’s equationand its applications, barrier problems, harmonic oscillators,angular momentum, and applications to atomic and molecularprocesses. (Alternate Springs)PHYS 4335Solar System Physics (3-0) Corequisite: PHYS 3300.This course is an advanced elective for physics majors. Topicsinclude the formation of the solar system, Kepler’s Laws, theplanets, and an introduction to plasma physics. Satellite andtelescope instrumentation will also be discussed. (As needed)PHYS 4360Thermodynamics (3-0) Prerequisite: PHYS 3300: Corequisite:MATH 3301, This course is required for physics and civil/mechanical engineering focus students, but serves as an advancedelective for students with electrical engineering focus.The fi rst of two parts, this course will concentrate on fundamentalprinciples of classical thermodynamics. It will cover suchtopics as three laws of classical thermodynamics, thermodynamicpotentials, thermodynamic equilibrium and phase transitions,transport, and kinetic phenomena. Different applicationsof these principles towards engines and various electric, magnetic,and chemical processes will be considered.(Alternate Springs).PHYS 4362Thermodynamics II (3-0) Prerequisite: PHYS 4360, Corequisites:PHYS 4300, MATH 3351. This course serves as anadvanced elective for physics majors. The second of two parts,this course will concentrate on fundamental principles of statisticalthermodynamics. It will show how these principles arerelated to classical thermodynamics and classical mechanics. Itwill consider application of those principles towards simplemicroscopic models of gases, liquids, and solids. More in-depthstudy of phase transitions and physical kinetics is also possible.(Alternate Falls)PHYS 4385Solid State Physics (3-0) Prerequisites: PHYS 3300 and anytwo 4000-level physics courses or permission of instructor. Thiscourse serves as an advanced elective for physics majors. Thecourse will cover the physics of materials in the solid state, suchas crystal properties, electron behavior, lattice behavior, energybands, semiconductors and other materials, and simple electronicdevices. (As needed)PHYS 4X95Independent Studies A study program arranged between anadvanced student and an instructor to provide intensive studyin a particular area of interest. The course includes a defi nitionof goals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attainingthose goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and means ofmeasuring progress.PHYS 4X96*Honors Tutorial. Prerequisite: See requirements for Honorsfor Physics majors. This course provides the Honors student inPhysics with the opportunity to explore more advanced topics inthe fi eld. It may be taken concurrently with an upper level Physicscourse, or as an independent study. This course may berepeated if content differs. (As needed)191

Course Descriptions - UndergraduatePHYS 4X97*Honors Thesis/Project. Prerequisites: See requirements forHonors for Physics majors. This course provides the Honorsstudent in Physics with the opportunity to pursue a researchtopic under the direction of a Physics faculty member. Theproject will result in a fi nal presentation (written and oral) to anappropriate audience. (As needed)PHYS XX99Special Topics A course of study offered occasionally togroups of students to broaden departmental curriculum, to meetstudent demand, or to observe special events. May be repeatedfor credit when topics vary.PREP FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONSPREP 2105Seminar in Health Professions I (1-0). Prerequisites: None.This is an elective course not counting for credit in any major.An introduction into the expectations and requirements for admissionto a health profession school. Students will researchprofessional programs of interest; begin developing applicationspecific elements; formulate a four-year plan of action; and pursuefi eld experience with practitioners. This course is pass/fail.(Fall)PREP 2106Seminar in the Health Professions II (1-0). Prerequisite:PREP 2105. This is an elective course not counting for credit inany major. Students will refi ne application specifi c elements;complete a mock professional school application; prepare for aninterview; explore the life of a professional school student;fi nalize their application portfolio; and prepare, review, andparticipate in practice entrance exams. This course is pass/fail.(Spring)POLITICAL SCIENCEPSC 1310Introduction to Politics (3-0) Prerequisites: None. A requiredcourse for majors and minors. An introductory course to thediscipline of Political Science that examines signifi cant issuesin politics from a variety of discipline-specifi c perspectives.Students, for example, will study the different governing institutionsin developed and developing states, how these institutionspromote or hamper political freedoms and civil rights, and howdifferent political cultures shape political ideologies.(Fall, spring)PSC 2310American National Government (3-0) Prerequisites: None.A required course for majors, minors, and students in teachereducation programs. Optional for the general education requirementin Global, Societal, and Personal Perspectives Societyand Self section. An introductory course which surveys thehistorical origin, the constitutional basis, the forms, powers, andfunctions of the federal government. (Fall, Spring)(TCCN GOVT 2305)PSC 2320State Government (3-0) Prerequisites: None. However, studentsin teacher education programs are advised to take PSC-2310 fi rst. Optional for majors and minors, and required forSocial Studies minors. An introductory course on state andfederal relations. An intensive study of the government ofTexas. (Fall, Spring) (TCCN GOVT 2306)PSC 2350Contemporary Global Issues (3-0) Prerequisites: None.This course will satisfy the general education requirement inGlobal, Societal, and Personal Perspectives, World section. Inthis course, students will learn about key contemporary globalissues, such as human rights, globalization, and democratization,and examine how these issues impact countries across theglobe. Students also will analyze the extent to which these issueshave changed different countries’ understanding of howthey fi t into the larger global community. (Fall, Spring)PSC 3305Campaigns and Elections (3-0) Prerequisite: PSC 2310.Optional for majors and minors. This course is offered everyother fall semester coinciding with the federal election cycle. Itwill examine the elections as they unfold, studying historicaltrends and the current political situation. How candidates campaignfor offi ce will be an important focus of this class.(Fall even years)PSC 3310Political and Cultural Geography (3-0) Prerequisites: None.Optional for majors and minors. A required course for studentsin the Social Studies minors. A study of the interaction betweenhuman culture and its environment, and including urban growth,national development, regions, economic development, andinfluence of geography on history. Focus at local, state, national,and global levels. (Spring)PSC 3350Comparative Politics (3-0) Prerequisites: P SC 2310 or P SC2350. A required course for majors and minors. Thissurvey course analyzes similarities and differences across avariety of governing systems, through a survey of two countrieswithin each of the following categories: established democracies(e.g., UK and France), communist and post-communistcountries (e.g., Russia and China), and less developed countries.The US is used as a reference for comparison across allthree categories. (Fall)PSC 3355International Relations (3-0) Prerequisites: P SC 2310 orP SC 2350. A required course for majors and minors. Thissurvey course analyzes various perspectives on inter-state behaviorin the international system, with particular emphasis placedon understanding conditions under which war, or peace andcooperation, are more likely to occur. Topical issues also analyzedinclude: redefi ning security in the 21st century; the role ofnon-governmental entities in infl uencing inter-state behavior(e.g., terrorist organizations, or the UN); and conventional andnuclear weapons arms control. (Spring)PSC 3360Modern Political Philosophy (3-0) Prerequisite: P SC2310 or 2350. A required course for majors and minors. Thiscourse surveys the contributions to modern political philosophymade by major political philosophers, political leaders, as wellas noteworthy intellectuals from Machiavelli to Mill., and others.(Fall)PSC 3365International Organizations (3-0) Prerequisites: P SC 2350or 3355. Optional for majors and minors, and is stronglyrecommended for students wishing to take Model UN (P SC3375). In this course, students will learn about internationalorganizations (IOs), as agents coordinating policies approved bycountries and as autonomous actors in their own right. Thiscourse begins with an examination of the history and evolutionof IOs, and then focuses on one or two major IOs of the21 st century, such as the United Nations (UN) and EuropeanUnion (EU) . Students taking this course also will have an opportunityto attend the American Model UN conference in Chicago.(Fall even years)PSC 3375Model United Nations (3-0) Prerequisite: Permission of theInstructor. Intended for majors, minors, and all other studentsinterested in the Model UN program. This course also may beused as a major elective for Multidisciplinary Studies I, II, III.192

Course Descriptions - UndergraduateThis course is designed to introduce students to the structureand functions of the United Nations, and to prepare students torole-play specifi c countries at local and national Model UNconferences. Students in this course are expected to attend theNational Model UN in New York. (Spring)PSC 4330Congress (3-0) Prerequisite: P SC 2310. Optional for majorsand minors. A study of the power, roles, and institutional constraintsof the legislative branch of the federal government. Thiscourse will examine how the Senate and the House of Representativesoperate both as individual chambers and in tandemwith other branches of government. (Fall odd years)PSC 4335Presidency (3-0) Prerequisite: P SC 2310. Optional for majorsand minors. This class is a study of the roles, powers, andinstitutional constraints of the chief executive of the federalgovernment. This class will study the history of the presidencyand how its powers have evolved since George Washington.Special attention will be paid to its relationship with otherbranches of government. (Spring even years)PSC 4340American Foreign Policy (3-0) Prerequisite: P SC 2310and junior or senior standing. Optional for majors and minors.This course uses simulations and creations of alternative historiesto convey the opportunities and costs associated with internationallyfocused and isolationist foreign policies. Particularemphasis is placed on historical and current US policies towardits neighbors in the Western Hemispheres, the rise and declineof the US as a global hegemon, the Cold War and the US - UNrelationship. This is a capstone course for Political Science.(Fall odd years)PSC 4350The Supreme Court and Constitutional Law (3-0 ) Prerequsites:PSC 2310 and junior or senior standing. Optional formajors and minors. The study of the Supreme Court as anequal and independent branch of government with a focus onits members, both past and present, and its role as fi nal interpreterof the Constitution. This is a capstone course for PoliticalScience. (Spring odd years)PSC 4360International Political Economy (3-0) Prerequisite: P SC2310. Optional for majors and minors. This course examinesthe philosophical origins of and alternatives to economic andpolitical liberalism, with particular emphasis on the creation andevolution of the international trading and monetary system establishedby the US immediately following World War II. Contemporarytopics include the WTO and regional trading blocks, andtheir impact on the global economy. (As needed)PSC 4388Internship (3-0 ) Prerequisite: P SC 2310. A work-studyprogram open to advanced majors in political science. Thiscourse fulfi lls the department’s experiential learning requirement.Students are required to work a total of 150 hours, keepa daily journal, and write a feed-back report assessing theirinternship experience. Can be taken only once for credittowards the major, but can be repeated once for elective credit.With the approval of the instructor.(Fall, Spring)PSC 4X96*Honors Tutorial (4-0) Prerequisites: 15 hours in politicalscience and admission to the departmental honors program.Designed for the honors student in political science; includesintensive reading on a selected topic, analysis, and research.(Fall, Spring)PSC 4X97*Senior Thesis (4-0) Prerequisites: 18 hours in politicalscience, admission to the departmental honors program, andapproval of the research project by department and HonorsCommittee. Designed for the honors student in political science.An independent research project on a topic approved by thepolitical science faculty; fi ndings reported in writing and orally tothe faculty of the department. Successful completion is requiredfor graduation with honors in political science.(Fall, Spring)PSC XX99Special Topics (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Optional for majorsand minors. A course of study offered occasionally togroups of students to broaden departmental curriculum, tomeet student demand, or to observe special events. May berepeated for credit towards the major when topics vary.PSYCHOLOGYPSYC 1340General Psychology (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Designed asa course for anyone interested in psychology, and is required forpsychology majors, minors, and nursing majors, and is optionalfor the General Education Requirement for Personal and GlobalPerspectives. This course is an overview of the scientifi c studyof factors underlying human and animal behavior. Topics includephysiological bases of behavior, learning, development,personality theories, social interaction, psychological disorders,and therapy. (Fall, Spring, May) (TCCN PSYC 2301)PSYC 2360Developmental Psychology: The Human Life Cycle (3-0)Prerequisites: None. Designed as a course for anyone interestedin psychology. Course is required for psychology, and nursingmajors, and is an elective for all others . This course is anintroduction to the individual’s personal development and changethroughout the life span. (Fall, Spring) (TCCN PSYC 2314)PSYC 3301Human Cognition and Learning (3-0) Prerequisite: PSYC1340. This course is required for psychology majors and isan elective for other students. This course is a survey of cognitiveand learning theories. Topics include, elemental and higherordercognitive processes, classical and operant conditioning,motivation, physiological aspects of learning, and computermodeling theories of learning. (Fall)PSYC 3305Research Methods and Statistics I (3-0) Prerequisite: MATH1311 or equivalent. The fi rst of a required two course sequence,this course is an integrated survey of the basic methods andstatistics employed in social and behavioral science research.This course emphasizes the link between common researchmethodologies and the elementary statistics used to describeand interpret results. Topics include; the philosophy of scienceand the scientifi c method, the ethics of social research, validityand reliability, sampling, and creating and using tests, surveys,and objective measures. (Fall)PSYC 3306Research Methods and Statistics II (3-0) Prerequisite:PSYC 3305. The second of a required two course sequence,this course is an integrated survey of the basic methods andstatistics employed in social and behavioral science research.This course emphasizes the link between common researchmethodologies and the elementary statistics used to describeand interpret results. Topics include descriptive statistics, correlation,experimental and quasi experimental designs, singleparticipant experiments and longitudinal studies, and researchwith categorical data. (Spring)193

Course Descriptions - UndergraduatePSYC 3310Language: Mind, Brain and Society (3-0) Prerequisites:None. This course is Cross-listed as READ 3310. Counts as anelective for Psychology majors and minors. The course focuseson defining the nature of human language, the linguistic structureof the English language, and how the knowledge of linguistics,psychological, neurolicgial, and social foundations of languageis useful for teaching and learning. (Fall, summer I)PSYC 3320Personality Psychology (3-0) Prerequisite: PSYC 1340.Counts as an elective for all psychology majors and minors.This course involves a detailed investigation of the processesresponsible for normal and abnormal personality formation.Topics include contemporary and historical models of personality,their assumptions, structures, research methods, assessmenttechniques, and fi ndings. (Fall)PSYC 3340Social Psychology (3-0) Prerequisites: PSYC 1340 orSOC 2300. (Cross-listed as SOC 3340) A required course forall psychology majors and an elective for psychology minors.This course is a survey of the ways in which interpersonalevents and cultural forces can affect attitudes, social learning,perception, and communication by the individual and the group.(Fall, Spring)PSYC 3382Positive Psychology and Mental Health (3-0) Prerequisite:PSYC 1340. Intended as an elective for majors and minors inpsychology. This course is a study of the prevention and correctionof maladjustment and the development of the wholesomepersonality. Strong emphasis is placed on the contributionsthat the behavioral sciences make to the understanding ofthe individual. (Spring)PSYC 3385Gerontology (3-0) Prerequisites: PSYC 1340 and 2360 orpermission of instructor . Intended as an elective for majors andminors in psychology who have an interest in learning about andworking with the elderly. This course involves a study of theaging process, including the physical, psychological, and socialinfluences on aging. It includes an analysis of the servicesavailable and needed by the elderly. (Fall odd years)PSYC 3390Psychopharmacology (3-0) Prerequisite: PSYC 1340. Intendedas an elective for psychology majors and minors who areinterested in the role of chemicals in infl uencing behavior. Thiscourse studies the relationships among most common drugs,biochemical processes of the central nervous system, andbehavior. The common uses of these drugs in various clinicaland medical therapies, substance abuse, and treatment methodsare also stressed. (As needed)PSYC 4300Abnormal Psychology (3-0) Prerequisites: PSYC 1340 andjunior or senior standing. This course is designed for all personswith an interest in psychological disorders and is an upperlevel elective for psychology minors, but is required for majors.This course is concerned with an analysis of maladaptive behaviorincluding mood, anxiety, psychotic, and personality disorders,as well as substance abuse, somatoform disorders,brain dysfunction, and dissociative disorders. Classifi cation,etiology, prevention, and treatment of abnormal behaviors arealso examined. (Fall, Spring)PSYC 4315Psychological Tests and Measurements (3-0) Prerequisites:PSYC 1340, three additional advanced hours in psychology,and junior or senior standing. Intended for those studentswho seek training in administering and evaluating psychologi-cal tests. It is an upper level elective for psychology majorsintended for those students who seek an introduction to the administrationand evaluation of psychological tests. This courseis designed as a survey of a wide variety of group and individualpsychological tests. Students administer, score, and interpretselected tests. Topics include test validity, reliability, objectivity,standardization, and meaning of tests and measurements inpsychological and educational settings. (Spring, even years)PSYC 4320Psychology of the Criminal Mind (3-0) Prerequisites:PSYC 1340, three additional advanced hours in psychology,and junior or senior standing. Intended for all students with aninterest in psychology and criminal justice. An upper level electivefor psychology majors and minors, and all other interestedstudents. This course is designed to provide the studentbiological, psychological, and sociocultural theoretical explanationsfor criminal behavior. Research fi ndings and the treatmentand handling of criminals from a mental health perspectiveare examined. Emphasis is placed on understanding the behaviorand thought processes of psychopaths. The use of mentalhealth professionals within the criminal justice system is alsodiscussed. (Fall even years)PSYC 4330History and Systems of Psychology (3-0) Prerequisites:PSYC 1340, three additional advanced hours in Psychology,and junior or senior standing. An upper level elective forpsychology majors and minors. This course investigates thehistorical development of systems and theories of psychology,emphasizing both the continuity of ideas and the changesin those ideas as psychology has evolved. Various historicaland contemporary schools of thought in psychology are examined.(As needed)PSYC 4341Physiological Psychology (3-0) Prerequisites: PSYC 1340,BIOL 1401 or equivalent, and junior or senior standing. Requiredfor all psychology majors and is an elective for psychologyminors. Designed for the psychology or biology student withan interest in how biological function infl uences behavior. Thiscourse examines the processes by which biological factors infl u-ence human and animal behavior. Special emphasis is placedon the effects of the brain, neurotransmitters, hormones, andgenetics on learning, memory, motivation, sensation, and abnormalbehavior. (Spring)PSYC 4365Death and Dying (3-0) Prerequisite: PSYC 1340. Thiscourse is designed for all students with an interest in understandingdeath processes. An upper level elective for psychologymajors and minors. This course is a study of the social and psychologicalimpact of dying, death, and bereavement. Studentsare provided the opportunity to explore their own feelings aboutdeath and dying and to develop professional skills for workingwith dying and grieving persons. (Spring even years)PSYC 4370Industrial and Organizational Psychology (3-0) Prerequisites:PSYC 1340, three additional advanced hours in psychology,and junior or senior standing. Designed as an upper levelelective for psychology majors, minors, and business students.This course studies the application of the principles of individualand group psychology to persons in the workplace and other organizationalsettings. Topics include behavioral measurement,personnel selection and training, job satisfaction, and humanfactors in job design. (As Needed)PSYC 4375Clinical and Counseling Psychology (3-0) Prerequisites:PSYC 1340, PSYC 4300, three additional advanced hours inpsychology, and junior or senior standing. Designed as an up-194

Course Descriptions - Undergraduateper level elective for psychology majors and minors. Thiscourse covers some of the major theoretical schools of thoughtwithin psychology. Some of the ethical, value, and legal issuesrelated to counseling and their implications for the counselingrelationship are discussed. Students will be challenged to thinkabout their own intrapersonal and interpersonal strengths andweaknesses and how these factors could impact the counselingrelationship. (Spring)PSYC 4388Internship in Psychology (0-9) Prerequisites: PSYC 1340,6 advanced hours in psychology coursework, and junior or seniorstanding. Intended as an upper level elective for psychologymajors. A pre-approved and supervised work experience designedto supplement academic training. Students work 150hours at a local agency and attend supervisory meetings. Interestedstudents should discuss this course with the psychologyfaculty by October 1 for spring semester placement and byMarch 1 for summer or fall semester placement. This is anexperience-enriched course. May be repeated for credit.(Fall, Spring)PSYC 4392Senior Seminar in Psychology (3-0) Prerequisites: Seniorstanding, and 24 hours in psychology or approval by theinstructor. Required for all psychology majors. This course isdesigned to stimulate critical thinking and initiate debate ona number of diverse controversial issues in psychology. Theemphasis is on explaining different theoretical approaches topsychological issues and how they can be integrated into aconceptual whole. Students take a locally prepared departmentalexam and the Major Field Achievement Test (MFAT) in Psychologyas part of this course. These tests are considered instudents’ final grade. This course is designated as the capstonecourse in psychology. (Fall, Spring)PSYC 4X95Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisites:PSYC 1340, six additional advanced hours in psychology, andjunior or senior standing. An upper level elective for psychologymajors and minors. This is an advanced study or research programarranged between an advanced student and an instructorto provide intensive study of a particular area of interest. Thecourse includes a defi nition of goals appropriate for the advancedstudent, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule forfrequent consultation, and means of measuring progress. Nomore than three semester hours can be approved in IndependentStudies. (By arrangement)PSYC 4X96*Honors Tutorial (variable credit) Prerequisites: 15 hours inpsychology and admission to the departmental honors program.Designed to challenge unusually gifted students in psychology.This course provides opportunities for investigation into a varietyof psychological topics. It can be taken concurrently with anupper level psychology course or as a separate independentstudy. This is an experience-enriched course.(By arrangement)PSYC 4397*Honors Thesis (0-9) Prerequisites: 15 hours in psychology,admission to the departmental honors program, and approvalof the topic by the department and the Honors Committee.This course will provide an opportunity for a student to pursuean in-depth analysis of some contemporary approach to a topicin psychology and write a comprehensive review paper on thefi ndings (25-50 pages). There must also be an oral presentationof this material to an appropriate audience. Honors graduatesmust successfully complete either Honors Thesis or HonorsResearch. This is an experience-enriched course and the capstonecourse for the honors program in Psychology.(By arrangement)PSYC 4398*Honors Research (0-9) Prerequisites: 15 hours in psychology,admission to the departmental honors program, and approvalof the topic by the department and the Honors Committee.This course will provide an opportunity for a student to pursuean original research topic under the direction of a faculty memberfrom the Department of Psychology. There must be a writtenreport (25-50 pages) of the research fi ndings in a form suitablefor publication. There must also be an oral presentation ofthis material to an appropriate audience. Honors graduatesmust successfully complete either Honors Research or HonorsThesis. This is an experience-enriched course and the capstonecourse for the honors program in Psychology.(By arrangement)PSYC XX99Special Topics (level and credit are variable) Prerequisites:PSYC 1340, three additional advanced hours in psychology,and junior or senior standing. An elective for psychologymajors, minors, and other interested students. Courses of thisnature are infrequent on unique topics of study offered occasionallyto groups of students to broaden departmental curriculum,to meet student demand, or to observe special events.Courses of this type may be repeated once for credit when thetopics vary. (Fall, Spring, Summer)READINGREAD 3300Introduction to the Teaching of Reading EC-Grade 6(3-0) Prerequisite: None. Methods and approaches foreffective reading instruction. Includes a foundational understandingof phonological awareness, phonics, fl uency, vocabulary,and comprehension.(Fall, Spring, Summer) (Required for EC-6 certifi cation)READ 3310Language: Mind, Brain and Society (3-0) Prerequisites:None. This course is Cross-listed as PSYC 3310. Thiscourse is required for ESL teaching endorsement focus students,but serves as a major elective for other Early ChildhoodEducation students. The course focuses on defi ning the natureof human language, the linguistic structure of the Englishlanguage, and how the knowledge of linguistics, psychological,neurological, and social foundations of language is useful forteaching and learning. (Fall, Summer I)READ 3315Children’s Literature I (3-0) Prerequisites READ 3300. Surveyof seven genres of children’s literature from ancient to presenttimes with emphasis on award-winning selections. Specialemphasis on use of children’s books in elementary grades.(Fall, Summer) (Required for EC-6 certifi cation)READ 3316Children’s Literature II (3-0) Prerequisites: READ 3300. Asurvey of books suitable for readers in the upper elementaryschool. It will include a survey of Newbery Award winning authorsand texts. All seven genres of literature will be studied.May be used as a major elective for EC-6 certifi cation. (Spring)READ 3332Reading in the Content Areas Grades 4 – 8 (3-0) Prerequisite:Junior standing. Teaching reading skills necessary tomaster printed text material in sciences, social studies, andother content areas. Exploring the correlation of reading abilityand learning in the content area classroom. Discovering waysto level content area material for students. Planning samplecontent area units of work incorporating reading skills improvement.(Fall, Spring, Summer)195

Course Descriptions - UndergraduateREAD 3334Reading and Language Arts in the Multilingual Classroom(3-0) Prerequisite: READ 3300, 3310. Methods and curriculummaterials for teaching reading and language arts in themultilingual classroom; teaching English as a second language;language experience and vocabulary building.(Fall, Summer even years), (Required for EC-6 certifi cation)READ 3335Reading, Instruction and Assessment (3-0) Prerequisites:READ 3300 or READ 3340. Techniques for assessing andteaching phonological awareness, phonics, fl uency, vocabulary,and comprehension. Classroom experience using these techniqueswill be included. (Fall, Spring, Summer)(Required for EC-6 certifi cation)READ 3338Teaching Reading Grades 8-12 (3-0) Prerequisite: Juniorstanding. Methods for teaching reading in grades 8-12 with anemphasis on teaching reading as an active process of constructingmeaning. Techniques for teaching phonetic and structuralanalysis, vocabulary, fl uency, and comprehension. (Fall)READ 3340Teaching Reading Grades 4-8 (3-0) Prerequisite: Juniorstanding. Methods of teaching reading in grades 4-8 with anemphasis on teaching reading as an active process of constructingmeaning. Techniques for teaching phonetic and structuralanalysis, vocabulary, fl uency, and comprehension. (Fall)READ 3342Reading in the Content Areas Grades 8 –12 (3-0) Prerequisite:Junior standing. Teaching reading skills necessary tomaster printed text material in sciences, social studies, andother content areas. Exploring the correlation of reading abilityand learning in the content area classroom. Discovering waysto level content area material for students. Planning samplecontent area units of work incorporating reading skills improvement.(Fall, Spring, Summer)READ 3380Teaching Language Arts EC-6 (3-0) Prerequisite: Successfulcompletion of the General Education requirements in Englishand READ 3300. This course introduces the prospective teacherto concepts and developmentally appropriate instructional strategiesfor helping EC-6 students learn to speak, listen, view,re-present, and write effectively. The teaching of the writing processand fundamental writing skills such as spelling, handwriting,grammar and punctuation are emphasized through activelearning experiences. (Fall, Spring)(Required for EC-6 certifi cation)READ 4337Diagnostic and Corrective Reading Grades EC-6 (3-0)Prerequisites: READ 3300, 3335. Techniques in diagnosingliteracy diffi culties and prescribing instruction for those diffi culties.Field experience required. (Fall, Spring, Summer)(Required for grades EC-6 certifi cation)READ XX99Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permission ofinstructor. A course of study offered occasionally to groups ofstudents to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet studentdemand, or to observe special events. May be repeated forcredit when topics vary. (by arrangement)RELIGIONREL 1310The Bible in One Semester Prerequisites: None. This coursesatisfies 3 hours General Education requirement for Under-standing Christian Tradition. The course emphasizes readingthrough the entire Bible, becoming familiar with general historicalbackgrounds, important fi gures, themes, and teachings.(Fall, spring)REL 1330Introduction to Christianity (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Anintroductory level course for all students. Satisfi es 3 hoursGeneral Education requirement for Understanding ChristianTradition. The course is a general introduction to the history,theology, and social impact of Christianity past and present withattention given to the relationship of Christianity to persons andinstitutions in the modern world. (Fall, Spring)REL 2309Holocaust through the Eyes of Elie Wiesel (3-0) Prerequisites:None. This course examines the Holocaust through thewritings of Elie Wiesel, a renowned Holocaust survivor. Readingsby Weisel are augmented with fi lm and documentarypresentations. Implications and events of the Holocaust areexamined through religious, literary and historical perspectives.(May)REL 2310Introduction to Christian Ministry (3-0) Prerequisites: None.Faithful Christian ministry requires spiritual and intellectual formation.This course introduces students to ministry within thecontext of Christian discipleship. It is intended for all studentsdiscerning a vocation to ministry, and is required of all religionmajors and minors.REL 2330Introduction to the Old Testament (3-0) Prerequisites: None.This course satisfi es 3 hours General Education requirement forUnderstanding Christian Tradition. The course is a survey of theOld Testament which investigates the history of the Hebrewpeople, the nature and development of their relationship withGod, and the transmission of their tradition and experience inliterary form. (Fall, Spring)REL 2340Introduction to the New Testament (3-0) Prerequisites: None.This course satisfi es 3 hours General Education requirement forUnderstanding Christian Tradition. The course is a survey of theNew Testament which investigates the life of Jesus, the emergenceof the Christian movement, and the articulation of theChristian experience in literary form. (Fall, Spring)REL 2350Religions of the World (3-0) Prerequisites: None. For all students,majors and minors. Satisfi es 3 hours of general educationfor Global, Society, and Personal Perspectives Wold section.The course surveys selected major religions with someconsiderations of their founders, their major concepts, theirhistorical development and infl uence. (Fall)REL 2360Research Methods in Religion and Philosophy (3-0) prerequisites:REL 1330, or REL 2330, or REL 2340, or PHIL 2350. Anintroduction to methods of research and writing germane to thedisciplines of religion and philosophy, with an emphasis on criticalassessment of relevant disciplinary scholarship.REL 3300Homiletics (3-0) Prerequisites: REL 1330, or REL 2330, orREL 2340. This course focuses on the development and deliveryof sermons grounded in a Christian theology of preaching.Theological and hermeneutical foundations for preaching areexplored and applied. Careful attention is devoted to sermon development,for, structure, and delivery. Students develop, write,and orally deliver sermons in class. (Fall even years)196

Course Descriptions - UndergraduateREL 3310Eastern Orthodox Theology (3-0) Prerequisites: REL 1330 orpermission of instructor. A study of major figures and themes inEastern Orthodox thought, with attention both to points of commonalityand difference between Eastern and Western Christiantheology. (Spring even years)REL 3315Catholic and Protestant Theology in Dialogue (3-0) Prerequisites:REL 1330 or permission of instructor. A comparativestudy of Catholic and Protestant theology, with special attentionto points of commonality and difference between these traditionsof Christian belief. (Spring odd years)REL 3320Biomedical Ethics (3-0) Prerequisites: REL 1330 or 2330, or2340. A study of the major ethical issues at stake in health care.Attention is given to religious, philosophical, professional, andhistorical dimensions of the moral analysis of medicine.(Fall even years)REL 3330Christian Ethics (3-0) Prerequisites: REL 1330 or permissionof instructor. An introduction to major themes and fi gures inChristian moral analysis, with attention to both applied and theoreticaldimensions of ethics. Topics addressed includeabortion, sex, war and peace, euthanasia, and political action.(Fall odd years)REL 334(a-k)Advanced Biblical Studies (3-0) Prerequisites: REL 1330, or2330 or 2340 or permission of instructor. For majors and minorsor an advanced elective. The course involves intensive study ofone biblical book, theme, problem, or concept. The content ofthe course will be specifi ed each time the course is offered. Astudent may repeat the course when the topic differs.(Fall, Spring)REL 3335Introduction to Hospital Ministry (3-0) Prerequisites: REL2310 or permission of instructor. This course introducesstudents to hospital ministry with special attention to the foundationalconcepts and basic skills necessary for engagingpatients and families, refl ecting with peers, and interacting withhealthcare professionals. (Fall and spring)REL 3340Pastoral Care and Counseling (3-0) Prerequisites: REL 2310.The work of the minister is explored with particular attention topastoral caregiving in congregational contexts. Topics includepastoral theology, pastoral counseling, professional limits andcounseling referrals, bereavement, mental health crises, alcoholand drug addiction, family ministry, hospital ministry, prayerministry, ministry through the lifespan, and self-care of the minister.(Spring odd years)REL 3375History of Christianity to 1500 (3-0) Prerequisites: REL 1330or permission of instructor. This course examines the intellectual,institutional, and social history of the Christian church up tothe eve of the Protestant Reformation.REL 3385History of Christianity from 1500 (3-0) Prerequisites: REL1330 or permission of instructor. This course continues thesurvey of the history of Christianity begun in REL 3375, exploringthe Protestant Reformation and the many Christian churches,sects, and movements that have developed since 1500.REL 3390Christianity in Scotland (3-0) Prerequisites: REL 1330, 2330,or 2340, or permission of instructor. A course on the history ofChristianity in Scotland from its origins to the present day. Inaddition to reading and research in the subject matter, thecourse requires participation in a study tour of Scotland,(As needed, May or Summer)REL 4309Holocaust through the Eyes of Elie Weisel (3-0) Prerequisites:None. This course examines the Holocaust through thewritings of Elie Wiesel, a renowned Holocaust survivor. Readingsby Weisel are augmented with fi lm and documentary presentations.Implications and events of the Holocaust are examinedthrough religious, literary and historical perspectives.Cross-listed with ENG 4309. (May)REL 4320Philosophy of Religion (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Cross-listedin Philosophy. For majors and minors and fulfi lls HumanitiesGeneral Education requirement. This course examines the conceptualbasis and logic of religious commitment. Emphasis onthe varieties of theism together with appraisals of competingviews, rational grounds for belief in God, the problem of evil, andhuman destiny. Issues will be related to contemporary theology.(Fall odd years)REL 4340Worship and Liturgy (3-0) Prerequisite: RE: 2310. Thiscourse focuses on the history and theology of Christian liturgyand the development of skills for planning and leading worshipin the local church. Topics include the service of the Word, thecelebration of sacraments, weddings, funerals, and the liturgicalcalendar. (Fall odd years)REL 4365The Christian Bible: Formation and Interpretation Prerequisites:REL 1330, 2330, 2340, or permission of instructor. Thiscourse explores both the canonization process of the ChristianBible (Old and New Testament), and the various methods ofscriptural interpretation employed within the Christian tradition.REL 4375Augustine, Anselm, Aquinas, and Luther (3-0) Prerequisites:REL 1330 or permission of instructor. This course exploresthe lives and thought of four giants in the history of the Christianchurch in the West. Each figure will be studied in his own contextand placed in dialogue with the other thinkers.REL 4380The Methodist Movement, Pietism and EvangelicalRevival (3-0) Prerequisites: REL 1330 or permission of instructor.This course examines the development of Pietism andEvangelicalism, including the Wesleys and the rise of Methodism.REL 4388Internship in Christian Ministry. (3-0) Prerequisites: 24 hrstoward requirements for the major or 15 hrs towards the minor.Supervised fi eld experience in various forms in Christian education.For majors or minors. Students can take up to two terms(including summer) to complete internship. The amount ofcredit for each term will vary in accord with specifi c arrangements.Christian education directors, pastors and laymencooperate with college faculty to supervise students in thedevelopment of professional awareness and skills needed forleadership in the educational programs of the Church.(As needed)REL 4390Senior Seminar in Religion (3-0) Prerequisites: Senior Standingas a religion major or permission of instructor. A seniorseminar required for all religion majors. The course focuses ondirected readings of classic texts in relation to perennial issuesin religion. (Spring)197

Course Descriptions - UndergraduateREL 4X95Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisites: 6 hoursof religion. For religion majors and minors. This course isarranged between an advanced student and an instructor to provideintensive study in a particular area of interest. The courseincludes a defi nition of goals appropriate for the advanced student,ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequentconsultation, and means of measuring progress.(By arrangement)REL 4X96*Honors Tutorial (variable credit) Prerequisites: See requirementsfor honors. For religion majors. This course provides thehonors student in religion with the multifaceted disciplines inthe study of religion (both academic and practical) Those admittedto the honors program will work with the religion departmentfaculty in this tutorial either in conjunction with existing advanceddepartmental offerings or in an independent study tutorial.(By arrangement)REL 4X97*Senior Thesis/Project (variable credit) Prerequisite: Seerequirements for honors. For honors candidates. The studentwishing to graduate with honors in religion will successfullycomplete a Senior thesis or Senior project in religion. The Thesis/Projectincorporates independent research and the gatheringof data, analytical and hermeneutical skills, and the presentationof results in both written and oral form. Each student will have athesis or project supervisor from the Department of Religion andthe thesis must have the approval of the supervisor and at leastone more member of the religion department. (By arrangement)REL XX99Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: 3 hours of religion.For religion majors or minors. A course of study offeredoccasionally to groups of students to broaden departmental curriculum,to meet student demand, or to observe special events.May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (By arrangement)SCIENCESCI 2310Leadership in Science and Mathematics (2-3)Prerequisites: One Lab Science, MATH 1311, and sophomorestanding. Optional course for the general education requirementsfor Leadership Excellence and Virtue. An exploration ofleadership, excellence, and virtue in the utilization of scientifi cdisciplines to solve problems. Students will gain experiencein scientifi c research through addressing a need expressed bya partner community. Laboratory participation is an integral partof the course. (As needed)SERVANT LEADERSHIPSLD 1300Introduction to Ethics (3-0) Prerequisites: None. This coursemay be used to fulfi ll McMurry University’s general educationrequirement for Leadership, Excellence, and Virtue. The courseprovides an introduction to ethical theories (deontological, teleological,virtue ethics, etc.), moral decision-making, and key contemporarymoral issues. Particular attention is given to practicalapplication in moral reasoning and to the development of sensitivityto ethical issues of contemporary society, focusing onrights and duties of individuals and groups and the nature oflegitimate needs and values. (Fall, Spring)(TCCN PHIL 2306)SLD 1310Concepts And Techniques Of Servant LeadershipA discussion of the nature, styles, and skills of Servant Leadership,utilizing historic and contemporary models and emphasiz-198ing moral roots of responsible leadership. Students will participatein a fi eld experience in the Abilene community, combinedwith reflection and discussion in small groups on issues in ServantLeadership. (Fall, Spring)SLD 2310Formation in Servant Leadership (3-0) Prerequisites: SLD1310 or permission of instructor. Formation in Servant Leadershipis a seminar style course focusing on personal and interpersonalgrowth in servant leadership. Emphasis is placed onself-awareness, personal mastery (effective self-leadership),deep listening, group facilitation and service learning. (Fall)SLD 3310Theories of Leadership (3-0) Prerequisites: SLD 1310 orpermission of instructor. A seminar style course focusing onrecent research and literature in leadership. Emphasis will beplaced on the mastery and implementation of leadership theories.Special attention will be devoted to theories that incorporateservice. (Spring)SLD 3320Dialogue with the other (3-0) Understanding and working thethe “other” (variously defi ned) is a crucial skill for servant leadersand is an increasingly necessary skill for anyone in a global,pluralistic world. Dialogue with the Other is a seminar stylecourse focusing on understanding people and groups whoseculture, ethnicity, race, religion, and/or lifestyle is outside thedominant frame(s) of reference of McMurry students. Studentswill conduct research on hermeneutical and practical aspectsof dialogue, engage in phenomenological studies of variousgroups (the “other”), practice skills associated with dialogue,and develop service learning activities to practice what theylearn.SLD 4388Servant Leadership Internship (3-0) The Internship andCapstone in Servant Leadership provides an integrative learningexperience near the completion of the BIS degree with anemphasis in Servant Leadership. Students are matched with anappropriate Field Supervisor in a community setting (business,organization, agency, etc.) and develop a minimum of threelearning goals that include academic and experiential elements.Regular meetings are required with the fi eld supervisor and theDirector of Servant Leadership to develop, implement, andevaluate the fulfi llment of the learning goals.SOCIOLOGYSOC 1300Sociological Issues: Examining the Collective Conscience(3-0) Prerequisites: None. This course will satisfy the LEV orSociology major/minor elective, but not both. In this course, studentscritically examine pressing social issues, particularly thoserelevant to a college campus, and discuss cohort characteristicsof leadership and virtue. Specifi c attention is paid to the generationaland personal moral values that underlie college students’conceptions of virtue and justice. (Fall, Spring)SOC 2300Introduction to Sociology (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Thiscourse is designed for anyone interested in sociology or obtaininggeneral education credit. The course is required for sociologyand nursing majors. Core sociological insights and conceptssuch as social institutions, control, stratifi cation, andsocialization are overviewed. (Fall, Spring) (TCCN SOCI 1301)SOC 2310World Societies I (3-0) Prerequisites: None. This course willsatisfy the Global, Societal, and Personal perspectives requirement.Through a survey of ancient cultures in Africa, Asia,South America, Central America, and North America, studentswill examine a wide variety of ancient urban cultures and their

Course Descriptions - Undergraduateway of life. This course provides students with an overview ofmajor social processes and social structures that affected thedevelopment of past civilizations from a global perspective.(Fall, Spring)SOC 2320World Societies II (3-0) Prerequisites: None. This course willsatisfy the Global, Societal, and Personal Perspectives requirement.In this course, students will examine contemporary socialissues, within a global perspective. Students will investigatetopics of world poverty, transnational crime, marriage and family,and how technology has spurred social change around theworld. (Fall, Spring)SOC 2350Social Problems (3-0) Prerequisites: None: This course is aninquiry into current social problems with specifi c reference totheir origin, development, and suggested solutions.(Fall, Spring) (TCCN SOCI 1306)SOC 2375Crime and Society (3-0) Prerequisites: None. This offering isthe foundation course for criminology minors or students interestedin learning about crime in our society. Informal and formalsocial control, the variations of deviant and criminal behavior,and crime and punishment policies are covered. Special attentionis given to the kind of problems the law can solve as well asthe problems that the law creates. (Fall, Spring)SOC 3300Social Research (3-0) Prerequisites: SOC 2300 or permissionof the instructor. Sociology majors are required to take thiscourse. This course introduces the social research process ofdata collection, analysis, and interpretation. A balanced approachregarding quantitative and qualitative methods is offered.(Fall, Spring)SOC 3310Social Theory (3-0) Prerequisites: SOC 2300 or permission ofinstructor. This course is required for sociology majors. Thiscourse is an overview of the origin of sociological theory, beginningwith Comte, Marx, Weber, and Durkheim. Attention will begiven to contemporary schools of thought. (Fall)SOC 3315Criminology (3-0) Prerequisites: SOC 2375 or permission ofinstructor. This is a required course for criminology minors or anadvanced elective for sociology majors and minors. This coursefocuses on crime in America. Past and present aspects oftypologies, punishments, corrections, and styles of enforcementare overviewed. (Fall)SOC 3320Sociological Investigations (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Thiscourse is designed as an advanced elective for anyone interestedin sociology. It is oriented toward providing the student witha deeper understanding of the sociological perspective. Selectworks by sociologists will be examined pertaining to the methodological,theoretical, and practical contributions.(Spring odd years)SOC 3330Social Stratification (3-0) Prerequisites: SOC 2300 or permissionof instructor. This course is required for sociology majors.This offering is an analysis of the issues of wealth, prestige, andpower in stratifi cation systems. Particular attention is paid tosocial class and mobility patterns. (Spring)SOC 3335Juvenile Delinquency (3-0) Prerequisites: SOC 2375 or permissionof instructor. Advanced elective for sociology majorsor minors. One of the interesting areas in criminology is thetopic of youth and criminal activity. This course is a study ofhow juvenile delinquency is determined and the criminal justicesystem created to deal with it. (Fall)SOC 3340Social Psychology (3-0) Prerequisites: SOC 2300 orPSYC 1340. Cross-listed as PSYC 3340. This course is anadvanced elective for sociology majors or minors, and all otherinterested students. This course is a survey of the ways inwhich interpersonal events and cultural forces can affect attitudes,social learning, perception, and communication by theindividual and the group. (Spring)SOC 3345Studies in Criminology (3-0) Prerequisites: SOC 2375 or permissionof instructor. This course is an advanced elective forcriminology minors and sociology majors or minors. Criminologyis a growing fi eld of specialization that produces an enorrmousamount of scholarship. Using a seminar format, thisoffering examines in-depth select studies which provide a betterunderstanding of criminal and deviant behavior. (May)SOC 3350Race and Ethnicity (3-0) Prerequisites: SOC 2300 or permissionof instructor. This course is required for sociology majors.The course introduces some of the concepts and theories sociologistsuse to better understand the infl uences of racial andethnic factors. Also covered are social policies which haveinfluenced U.S. race relationships. (Fall)SOC 3360Marriage and the Family (3-0) Prerequisites: SOC 2300 orpermission of instructor. This course is an advanced electivefor sociology majors or minors, and all other interested students.Types of family organization, disorganization, husband-wife andparent-child relationships, the impact of social change on familystructure and function, and factors contributing to marital harmonyare studied. (As needed)SOC 3370Gender and Society (3-0) Prerequisites: SOC 2300 or permissionof instructor. This course is required for sociology majors.The course considers the differential socialization of men andwomen and its effect on their experiences on the major socialinstitutions of the family, the economy, and the educationalsystem. Past practices, current trends, and future predictions ofthe role of men and women in society will be covered. (Spring)SOC 3375White Collar Crime (3-0) Prerequisites: SOC 2375 or permissionof instructor. This is an advanced elective for criminologyminors and sociology majors or minors. This course is an analysisof the intersection of criminal behavior and social class, Inparticular, time is spent looking at white collar professionalsinvolved in fraud, deception, embezzling, bribery, etc. Corporateas well as governmental settings are covered.(Spring odd years)SOC 3392Social Policy (3-0) Prerequisites: SOC 2300 or permission ofinstructor. This offering can be used as an advanced electivefor sociology majors or minors. This course is an examinationof the social programs designed to help people improve theirlevels of personal and social functioning. Special attention willbe given to applied sociology, poverty reform, family issues, andcomparative strategies. (Spring even years)SOC 4325Issues in Criminology (3-0) Prerequisites: SOC 2375 or permissionof instructor. This is an advanced elective for criminologyminors and sociology majors or minors. The coursegrapples with the complexities of the criminal justice system. Is-199

Course Descriptions - Undergraduatesues such as defi ning crime, policing, forensics, constitutionalright to counsel, sentencing, corrections, and parole are overviewed.(Spring even years)SOC 4330Sociology of Religion (3-0) Prerequisites: SOC 2300 or permissionof instructor. This course is an advanced elective forsociology majors or minors, and all other interested students.This course is a study of the effect of social forces in shapingthe thought and practice of religious institutions. Special attentionwill be given to American denominational policies and congregations.(Fall odd years)SPANISH STUDIESSPAN 1410Elementary Spanish I (3-1) Prerequisites: None. For studentswho have had no previous instruction in the language, or havehad one year or less of high school Spanish. Introduces patternsof pronunciation, basic conversation, grammar, readingand writing exercises, and aspects of Hispanic civilization. Onehour of laboratory practice a week is required. Credit for thiscourse may be earned by CLEP. (Fall, Summer I)(TCCN SPAN 1411)SOC 4335Women and Crime (3-0) Prerequisites: SOC 2375 or permissionof instructor. This course is an advanced elective for criminologyminors and sociology majors concerning women’sexperiences as offenders, victims, and prisoners in the legalsystem. Students will become more aware of the infl uence ofgender, race, class, and sexuality in the labeling, processing,and punishment of offenders. (Spring)SOC 4385Comparative Criminology (3-0) Prerequisites: SOC 2375 orpermission of instructor. This is an advanced elective for criminologyminors and sociology majors or minors. This coursebroadens the student’s exposure to criminology by addressingaspects of social control and crime in societies other than America.Attempting to identify alternative approaches, attention ispaid to defi nitions of criminal activity, enforcement, and punishment.(Spring)SOC 4392Seminar in Sociology (3-0) Prerequisite: Senior standing.This course is required for sociology majors. The course is designedto deal with, in a more advanced and integrated manner,the discipline of sociology. Emphasis will be placed on theoretical,methodological, and practical issues. This is the capstonecourse for Sociology. (Fall)SOC 4395Practicum (3-0) Prerequisites: SOC 2300 or 2375. This courseis an advanced elective for criminology minors, and sociologymajors or minors. This offering is an arrangement between thestudent and instructor of intensive study or fi eld experience.The course includes a defi nition of goals appropriate for the advancedstudent, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule forfrequent consultation, and means of measuring progress.(Fall, spring)SOC 4X96*Honors Tutorial (variable credit) Prerequisites: 15 hoursin sociology and admission to the departmental honors program.Designed for the honors student in sociology; includes exten -sive reading on a select topic involving sociological theory,method, or practice. (By arrangement)SOC 4X97*Senior Thesis (variable credit) Prerequisites: 18 hours insociology, admission to the departmental honors program, andapproval of thesis by department and Honors Committee.Designed for the student in sociology honors program; includesconducting a social research study or preparing an extendedessay on a theoretical or applied topic. Regardless of thechoice, the student is expected to write the thesis in the requiredformat. (By arrangement)SOC XX99Special Topics (variable credit) This course is an elective forsociology majors or minors, and all other interested students. Itis offered to broaden departmental curriculum or to meet studentdemand. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.200SPAN 1420Elementary Spanish II (3-1) Prerequisites: SPAN 1410 orequivalent. For students who have had one semester ofcollege level Spanish or one year of high school Spanish. Thiscourse is a continuation of SPAN 1410. One hour of laboratorypractice a week is required. Credit for this course may beearned by CLEP. (Spring, Summer II) (TCCN SPAN 1412)SPAN 2310Intermediate Spanish I (3-0) Prerequisites: SPAN 1420 orequivalent. For students who have completed one year of collegeSpanish or two years of high school Spanish. Reviewsand expands work done in Elementary Spanish, includingconversation, grammar, reading and writing. Broadens awarenessof Hispanic culture and civilization. Credit for this coursemay be earned by departmental examination. (Fall, Summer I)(TCCN SPAN 2311)SPAN 2320Intermediate Spanish II (3-0) Prerequisites: SPAN 2310 orequivalent. For students who have completed three semestersof college Spanish or three years of high school Spanish. Thiscourse is a continuation of SPAN 2310. Credit for this coursemay be earned by departmental examination.(Spring, Summer II) (TCCN SPAN 2312)SPAN 3301Conversation and Phonetics (3-0) Prerequisites: SPAN2320 and SPAN 3331, or departmental approval. Designed tostrengthen speaking skills and oral comprehension. Oral practiceis based in part on dramatic readings in class.(Spring odd years)SPAN 3331Grammar and Composition (3-0) Prerequisites: SPAN 2320or departmental approval. An indepth study of the grammaticalstructure of Spanish with emphasis on idiomatic expressions,syntax and the development of an individual literary style. (Fall)SPAN 3336Hispanic Culture and Civilization (3-0) Prerequisites: SPAN2320, SPAN 3331 or departmental approval. A study of Iberianand Spanish American patterns of civilization. Key aspects ofHispanic history, economy, art, political life, and cultural topographyare studied. (Fall odd years)SPAN 4311Survey of Spanish Peninsular Literature (3-0) Prerequisites:SPAN 2320, SPAN 3331 or departmental approval. A surveyof selected readings in Peninsular literature from medievalpoetry such as El cantar de mio Cid To contemporary works byGarcia Lorca, Cela, Sender and Matute. (Spring even years)SPAN 4312Survey of Spanish Latin American Literature (3-0)Prerequisites: SPAN 2320, SPAN 3331 or departmental approval.A survey of selected readings in Spanish-Latin Americanliterature from the pre-colonial period to contemporary worksand authors such as Popol Vul, Inca Garcilaso de la Vega, SorJuana, Andrés Bello, Ruben Darío, García Márquez, IsabelAllende, etc. (Fall even years)

SPAN 4322Spanish Linguistics (3-0) Prerequisites: SPAN 2320, SPAN3331 or departmental approval. An introduction to the contrastivelinguistics of Spanish and English. Acquaints students withthe basics of descriptive, applied, psycho- and sociolinguistics.(Spring odd years)SPAN 4335Spanish for Teachers and Majors (3-0) Prerequisites: AllElementary, Intermediate and advanced courses or departmentalapproval. A practicum in language mastery. Prospectiveteachers learn theories, principles, strategies, techniques,and practical applications on how language is introduced andtaught in meaningful contexts, it will assist the future teacher todevelop a personal philosophy of language learning and teaching,suggestions for planning, teaching and assessment. Prospectiveteachers must demonstrate preparedness to pass staterequired tests for certifi cation. This is the capstone course forSpanish. (Spring even years)SPAN 4X95Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisites: Personspursuing certifi cation, public school personnel, or permissionof instructor. A study program arranged between an advancedstudent and an instructor to provide intensive study in aparticular area of interest. The course includes a defi nition ofgoals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attainingthose goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and means ofmeasuring progress.SPAN 4X96*Honors Tutorial Prerequisites: 14 hours in Spanish and anoverall GPA of 3.25. Designed for the honors student in Spanish,including study of particular topic, historical and backgroundanalysis, and research.SPAN 4X97*Senior Thesis Of Project Prerequisite: Designed for thehonors student in Spanish. An independent research project ona topic approved by the Modern Language Department. Findingsreported in writing and orally to the faculty of the department.Successful completion required for graduation with honorsin Spanish.SPAN XX99Special Topics (level and credit variable) Prerequisite:permission of instructor. Elective for majors, minors andteaching fi elds. Courses of this nature are infrequent or uniquetopics of study offered occasionally to groups of students tobroaden the departmental curriculum, to meet student demand,or to observe special events. Courses of this type may berepeated for credit when topics vary. (By arrangement)THEATRETHRE 1150Dance: Tap or Jazz Prerequisites: None. Introduction to amajor style of dance commonly employed on the stage. Thestudent learns the terminology of dance, practices and performsdance routines, and is required to research and choreograph aroutine appropriate for a stage production. This course is alower level theatre elective primarily for BFA Theatre studentswith an Acting/Directing focus and may be repeated with theinstructor’s permission. (Fall and/or Spring as needed)(TCCN DRAM 1110, 1147)THRE 1300Introduction to Theatre (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Fulfillsthe General Education requirement in Fine Arts. An appreciationcourse in Theatre dealing with dramatic style, form and productionareas. The course is designed to educate the audienceof today by bettering their understanding of theatrical art.(Fall and/or Spring as needed) (TCCN DRAM 1310)201Course Descriptions - UndergraduateTHRE 2150Make-up (0-2) Prerequisites: None. Required for all Theatremajors. An introduction to stage make-up design and applicationfor actors and theatre technicians. Primary emphasis is onrealistic applications but stylization, abstraction, and prostheticsare also examined. Laboratory required. Suitable for nonmajors.(Spring) (TCCN DRAM 1141)THRE 2210Production I Prerequisites: None. Designed for interested students.The study, practice, and participation in every phase ofdramatic production work and management. Required of Theatremajors and minors. (Fall, Spring, Summer)THRE 2320Improving Voice and Diction (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Designedfor teachers, speech and hearing therapists, actors, readers,and public speakers. An introductory study of the speechmechanism and the International Phonetic Alphabet with anemphasis upon improving articulation, pronunciation, and othercomponents of vocal production. (Fall odd years)(TCCN DRAM 2336)THRE 2330Acting I (3-0) Prerequisites: Theatre majors and minors only,or permission of the instructor. Required for all Theatre majors.A study of fundamental techniques and theories of acting. Anintroduction to the art of acting as an integral part of the students’social and educational milieu and as a means for adequateself expression and personal growth. (Fall)(TCCN DRAM 1351)THRE 2340Stagecraft (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Required of all Theatremajors and minors. A basic course in technical production forthe stage. Emphasis placed on scenery construction, rigging,elements of scene painting, basic theatre lighting, and an understandingof the stage space and its functions. (Spring)(TCCN DRAM 1330)THRE 2350Costume Construction (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Requiredof Design/Technical Focus students and Theatre Arts EducationFocus students, but open to anyone interested. An introductionto various aspects of costume construction, including sewingtechniques, fabric selection, pattern selection, cutting, and garmentalterations. (Spring even years) (TCCN DRAM 1342)THRE 3210Production II (0-2) Prerequisite: THRE 2210. A continuationof Production I. Designed for interested students. The study,practice, and participation in every phase of dramatic productionwork and management. Required of BFA Theatre majors.(Fall, Spring, Summer.)THRE 3310Digital Video Capture and Editing (3-0) Prerequisites: None.Upper level elective for Theatre majors. An introduction to thetechniques of capturing digital video through the use of videocameras and downloading for use in non-linear editing on acomputer for a variety of video skills tests including basic editing,applying motion key-frames, titling, transitions, fi lters, voiceovers,compositing, and chroma-key. Students will createprojects including interviews, commercials, music videos, liveperformances and documentaries. Students will learn how tocompress video for use in various formats including video forweb sites and digital video disks. Cross-listed as MMA 3310.(Fall and/or Spring as needed)

Course Descriptions - UndergraduateTHRE 3320Directing I (3-0) Prerequisites: THRE 2330, 2340. A requiredcourse for all majors and minors. A study of basic techniques ofdirecting with emphasis on script analysis, fundamentals of staging,and work with actors. Students must prepare a one-actplay or approved cutting from a larger play for production.(Spring.)THRE 3325Theatre and Fine Arts Management (3-0) Prerequisites:None. Upper level elective for Theatre majors. Required forBFA in Studio Art, and Multimedia and Graphic Design. A studyof the process involved in selecting a space for a theatre or artgallery, raising funds, conducting public relations and publicity,selecting a season, contracting artistic personnel, running a boxoffice, and working with a board of directors in a non-profi t organization.(Spring odd years)THRE 3330Acting II (3-0) Prerequisite: THRE 2330. Upper level electivefor Theatre majors and minors. An introduction to sceneanalysis and character development. Scenes from modern andcontemporary plays are used to help the student understand theapplication of analysis to performance. Emphasis is placed onthe process of creating a role. (Fall even years)THRE 3344Fundamentals of Lighting Design (3-0) Prerequisite:THRE 2340. An upper level elective in technical theatre,required for Theatre Arts Education Focus. An exploration of thetheories and practices involved in the design of lighting for thetheatre. Emphasis will be placed on equipment capabilities,functions and maintenance, script analysis, design theories andapplication, and the role of the light designer.(Fall even years)THRE 3345Fundamentals of Scenic Design (3-0) Prerequisite:THRE 2340. A required course for all Theatre majors. Anexploration of the elements and principles of design as theyrelate to scenery and lighting. Emphasis will be placed on basicgraphic skills, art and architectural research, play analysis interms of spatial relationships on stage, and an introduction todrafting. (Fall odd years)THRE 3350Theatre History and Dramatic Literature:Greeks to 19 th Century (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Required ofall Theatre majors and those with Theatre Arts Education Focus.An advanced elective for minors. An historical investigation ofearly theatre and dramatic literature. (Fall even years)THRE 3360Creative Drama (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Upper level electivefor Theatre majors and teaching fi eld students. Designedfor the student interested in working with children. A study of thegoals and techniques of developmental drama with emphasis onpantomime, improvisation, and story dramatization for elementaryschool children. (Fall, Spring)THRE 3365Theatre History and Dramatic Literature:19th Century to Present (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Requiredof all majors and for Theatre Arts Education Focus. An advancedelective for minors. An historical and critical study oftheatre and dramatic literature since the 19th century.(Fall odd years)THRE 3370Playwriting (3-0) Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Anupper level elective for majors, minors, teaching fi eld students,and students interested in creative writing. A study in the principlesof dramatic construction and practice in the writing of oneactand full length plays. Emphasis is placed on process andskills development in playwriting as well as analysis of thestructures of some of the great works of dramatic literature.(Spring odd years)THRE 4320Advanced Playwriting Prerequisites: THRE 3370 and seniorstanding, or permission of instrcutor. An upper level elective formajors, minors, teaching fi eld students, and those interested increative writing. Required of BFA Theatre majors with a CreativeWriting minor. Advanced study in the principles of dramaticconstruction and the practice of writing a full length play. Significantemphasis placed on process and planning in the creationof an original script. (Spring even years).THRE 4330Acting III (3-0) Prerequisites: THRE 3330, or permission of instructor.Upper level elective for Theatre majors. An explorationof period style as it relates to acting. The continuation ofexperience in analyzing roles and discovering basic techniquesas they apply to the performance of period plays. Scenes fromGreek, Elizabethan, Restoration, and other theatrical periods willbe used in the study of performance analysis and style.(Fall odd years)THRE 4335Musical Theatre Practicum (3-0) Prerequisites: studentsadmitted by audition. An advanced elective for majors andminors devoted to the practical application of theory to musicaltheatre production. Students learn how to project characterthrough singing and dancing. The work they develop will be presentedin one or more public performances. May be repeatedfor credit in the Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees and the MusicalTheatre Minor. (Spring odd years)THRE 4340Advanced Scenic Design (3-0) Prerequisite: THRE 3345.An upper level elective for majors and minors. The student willexplore the various kinds of stage confi gurations. Emphasis willbe placed on design presentation, including rendering techniques,model building, and conceptualization of design.(As needed)THRE 4350Costume Design and History (3-0) Prerequisites: None. Anupper level elective for majors and minors which may be takenin lieu of THRE 2350 by Design/Technical Focus students andTheatre Arts Education Focus students. An exploration of theelements and principles of design as they relate to costumedesign, and an examination of fashion and the history of costumesin the theatre. Special emphasis is placed on script analysisand historical research. (Spring odd years)THRE 4363American Musical Theatre (3-0) Prerequisites: None. An advancedelective for majors and minors. An historical and criticalstudy of the development of the American musical including theviewing and discussion of a wide range of musical theatre productions.(Spring even years)THRE 4365Theatre Arts in the Secondary School (3-0) Prerequisite:THRE 3320. Required for students with Theatre Arts EducationFocus. A study of the essential elements in theatre, criteria forthe evaluation of plays, criteria for selection of materials, andtechniques for teaching are included. (Spring even years)202

Course Descriptions - UndergraduateTHRE 4390Senior Project in Theatre (3-0) Prerequisites: Senior standingand approval of the instructor. Required for all majors. Individualstudy, under the guidance of a member of the faculty, ofa specific problem of student’s choice. It culminates in an extensiveproject for a major production in (1) Directing, (2) Act -ing, (3) Design, (4), playwriting, and serves as a capstonecourse in theatre. (Fall)THRE 4X95Independent Studies (variable credit) Prerequisites: Seniorstatus, permission of instructor, and of instructor. Upper levelelective for majors. A study program arranged between an advancedstudent and an instructor to provide intensive study in aparticular area of interest. The course includes the defi nition ofgoals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attainingthose goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and means ofmeasuring progress. (As needed)THRE 4X96*Honors Tutorial (variable credit) Prerequisites: 21 hours intheatre and admission to the departmental honors program.Designed for the honors student in Theatre; includes extensivereading on a select topic in theatre theory, method, or practice.(By arrangement)THRE XX99Special Topics (variable credit) Prerequisite: Permission ofinstructor. For majors and minors. A course of study offeredoccasionally to groups of students to broaden departmental curriculum,to meet student demand, or to observe special events.May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (As needed)HERITAGE & CULTURAL TOURISMTOUR 3340Heritage Tourism (3-0) The course will focus on the broadtheories and practices of the heritage tourism profession.Topics will include, but are not limited to : destination management;destination development; historic attraction management;site interpretation and development; event management;sustainable tourism; regional tourism and destination marketing;and partner marketing and sponsorships. Requirement forbusiness concentration in heritage tourism. May not be used tofulfill history major, minor, or social studies teaching fi eld requirements.(Fall even years)TOUR 4388Heritage Tourism Internship (3-0) Required for Heritage andCultural Tourism concentration. The course will focus on thebroad theories and practices of the heritage tourism profession.Topics will include, but are not limited to: Destination management;Destination development; Historic attraction management;Site Interpretation and development; Event management; Sustainabletourism; Regional tourism and destination marketing;and Partner marketing and sponsorships.(By arrangement)203

Texas Common Course NumbersTEXAS COMMON COURSE NUMBERING SYSTEM / MCMURRY EQUIVALENTTCCN TITLE MCM TITLEACCT 2301 Principles of Accounting I-Financial ACCT 2310 Financial AccountingARTS 1301 Art Appreciation ART 1300 Exploring the Visual ArtsARTS 1303 Art History I ART 2301 Art History IARTS 1304 Art History II ART 2302 Art History IIARTS 1311 Design I (2-Dimensional) ART 1310 Elements of Design IARTS 1312 Design II (3-Dimensional) ART 2321 Three Dimensional DesignARTS 1316 Drawing I ART 2300 Fundamentals of DrawingARTS 1317 Drawing II ART 2304 Creative DrawingARTS 2311 Design III ART 2321 Three-Dimensional DesignARTS 2316 Painting I ART 2310 Painting IARTS 2346 Ceramics I ART 1313 Basic PotteryARTS 2356 Photography I (Fine Arts Emphasis) ART 2323 Fundamentals of PhotographyBCIS 1305 Business Computer Applications CIS 1315 Computer FluencyBIOL 1306 Biology for Science Majors I BIMS 1300 Introduction to Scientifi c ResearchBIOL 1307 Biology for Science Majors II BIOL 1301 Biology of Unicellular OrganismsBIOL 1408 Biology for Non-Science Majors I BIOL 1401 Principles of BiologyBIOL 1411 General Botany BIOL 1402 Biology of PlantsBIOL 1413 General Zoology BIOL 1403 Biology of AnimalsBIOL 2401 Anatomy & Physiology I BIOL 2401 Anatomy & Physiology IBIOL 2402 Anatomy & Physiology II BIOL 2402 Anatomy & Physiology IIBUSI 1301 Business Principles BA 1310 Contemporary BusinessCHEM 1405 Introductory Chemistry I CHEM 1400 Chemistry in SocietyCHEM 1406 Introductory Chemistry I (Primarily Allied Health Sci) CHEM 1405 Survey of General and Organic ChemistryCHEM 1408 Introductory Chemistry II (Primarily Allied Health Sci) CHEM 1406 Survey of Organic and BiochemistryCHEM 1411 General Chemistry I CHEM 1410 General Chemistry ICHEM 1412 General Chemistry II CHEM 1420 General Chemistry IICHEM 2401 Analytical Chemistry I CHEM 2430 Quantitative AnalysisCOSC 1301 Microcomputer Applications CIS 1315 Computer Information SystemsCOSC 1315 Fundamentals of Programming CSC 1325 Fundamentals of Computer ScienceDANC 1110 Tap I THRE 1150 Dance: TapDANC 1147 Jazz Dance I THRE 1150 Dance: JazzDRAM 1141 Makeup THRE 2150 Make-UpDRAM 1310 Introduction to Theater THRE 1300 Introduction to TheatreDRAM 1330 Stagecraft I THRE 2340 StagecraftDRAM 1342 Introduction to Costume THRE 2350 Costume ConstructionDRAM 1351 Acting I THRE 2330 Acting IDRAM 2220 Theater Practicum III THRE 2210 Production IDRAM 2336 Voice for the Theater THRE 2320 Improving Voice & DictionECON 2301 Principles of Macroeconomics ECON 2310 Principles of MacroeconomicsECON 2302 Principles of Microeconomics ECON 2320 Principles of MicroeconomicsENGL 1301 Composition I ENG 1310 Composition & RhetoricENGL 1302 Composition II ENG 1320 Composition & LiteratureENGL 2321 British Literature (1 semester course) ENG 2310 Masterpieces of British LiteratureENGL 2322 British Literature I ENG 2310 Masterpieces of British LiteratureENGL 2323 British Literature II ENG 2310 Masterpieces of British LiteratureENGL 2326 American Literature (1 semester course) ENG 2320 Masterpieces of American LiteratureENGL 2327 American Literature I ENG 2320 Masterpieces of American Literature204

Texas Common Course NumbersTEXAS COMMON COURSE NUMBERING SYSTEM / MCMURRY EQUIVALENTTCCN TITLE MCM TITLEENGL 2328 American Literature II ENG 2320 Masterpieces of American LiteratureENGL 2331 World Literature (1 semester course) ENG 2330 Masterpieces of World LiteratureENGL 2332 World Literature I ENG 2330 Masterpieces of World LiteratureENGL 2333 World Literature II ENG 2330 Masterpieces of World LiteratureENGL 2341 Forms of Literature (1 semester course) ENGL 2350 Topics in Literary StudyENGL 2342 Forms of Literature I (1st sem;2 sem seq) ENGL 2350 Topics in Literary StudyENGL 2343 Forms of Literature II (2nd sem;2 sem seq) ENGL 2350 Topics in Literary StudyFREN 1311 Begining French I FREN 1410 Elementary French IFREN 1412 Begining French II FREN 1420 Elementary French IIFREN 2311 Intermediate French I FREN 2310 Intermediate French IFREN 2312 Intermediate French II FREN 2320 Intermediate French IIGEOL 1403 Physical Geology GEOS 1410 Physical GeologyGEOL 1405 Environmental Geology GEOS 1405 Environmental GeologyGEOL 1447 Meteorology GEOS 2420 MeteorologyGERM 1411 Beginning German I GERM 1410 Elementary German IGERM 1412 Beginning German II GERM 1420 Elementary German IIGERM 2311 Intermediate German I GERM 2310 Intermediate German IGERM 2312 Intermediate German II GERM 2320 Intermediate German IIGOVT 2305 Federal Government (Federal Const & Topics) PSC 2310 American National GovernmentGOVT 2306 Texas Government (Texas Const & Topics) PSC 2320 State GovernmentHIST 1301 United States History I HIST 2310 United States To 1877HIST 1302 United States History II HIST 2320 United States Since 1865HIST 2321 World Civilizations I HIST 1310 World Civilization To 1500HIST 2322 World Civilizations II HIST 1320 World Civilization Since 1500MATH 1314 College Algebra MATH 1311 College AlgebraMATH 1316 Plane Trigonometry MATH 1312 TrigonometryMATH 1332 Contemporary Mathematics I MATH 1315 Contemporary MathematicsMATH 1333 Contemporary Mathematics II MATH 1315 Contemporary MathematicsMATH 2305 Discrete Mathematics MATH 2315 Discrete MathematicsMATH 2312 Precalculus Math MATH 1320 Pre-calculusMATH 2314 Calculus II MATH 2322 Calculus IIMATH 2318 Linear Algebra MATH 2340 Linear AlgebraMATH 2413 Calculus I MATH 2421 Calculus IMUSI 1181 Piano Class I MUA 1113 Class PianoMUSI 1182 Piano Class II MUA 1114 Class PianoMUSI 1306 Music Appreciation MLH 2301 Music AppreciationMUSI 1311 Music Theory I MTH 1330 Theory IMUSI 1312 Music Theory II MTH 1340 Theory IIMUSI 2181 Piano Class III MUA 1115 Class Piano IIIMUSI 2182 Piano Class IV MUA 1116 Class Piano IVPHED 2356 Care & Prevention of Athletic Injuries KINE 2335 Accident Prevention & Care of InjuriesPHIL 1301 Introduction to Philosophy PHIL 2350 Introduction to PhilosophyPHIL 1304 Introduction to World Religions REL 2350 Religions of the WorldPHIL 2303 Introduction to Logic PHIL 2360 LogicPHIL 2306 Introduction to Ethics SLD 1300 Introduction to EthicsPHYS 1401 College Physics I PHYS 1410 General Physics IPHYS 1402 College Physics II PHYS 1420 General Physics II205

Texas Common Course NumbersTEXAS COMMON COURSE NUMBERING SYSTEM / MCMURRY EQUIVALENTTCCN TITLE MCM TITLEPHYS 1410 Elementary Physics (1 semester course) PHYS 1400 Introduction to PhysicsPHYS 1411 Introductory Astronomy I PHYS 1401 AstronomyPHYS 1412 Introductory Astronomy II PHYS 1401 AstronomyPSYC 2301 General Psychology PSYC 1340 Introduction To PsychologyPSYC 2314 Lifespan Growth & Development PSYC 2360 Developmental Psychology: The Human Life CycleSPCH 1311 Introduction to Speech Communication COMM 1310 Principles of CommunicationSPCH 2335 Argumentation & Debate COMM 2350 Argumentation & AdvocacySOCI 1301 Introductory Sociology SOC 2300 Introduction to SociologySOCI 1306 Social Problems SOC 2350 Social ProblemsSPAN 1411 Beginning Spanish I SPAN 1410 Elementary Spanish ISPAN 1412 Beginning Spanish II SPAN 1420 Elementary Spanish IISPAN 2311 Intermediate Spanish I SPAN 2310 Intermediate Spanish ISPAN 2312 Intermediate Spanish II SPAN 2320 Intermediate Spanish IISPCH 1315 Public Speaking COMM 1310 Principles of CommunicationSPCH 1321 Business & Professional Communication COMM 2330 Business & Professional Communication206

Board of TrusteesBOARD OF TRUSTEESEx-OfficioSteve McElroyDaniel AlexanderJohn RussellBishop Max WhitfieldEl Paso, TXSanta Monica, CAAbilene, TXAlbuquerque, NMNorthwest Texas ConferenceLane Boyd Class of 2013 Amarillo, TXBobby Carter Class of 2013 Lubbock, TXKirk Edens Class of 2013 Midland, TXHerschel Neal Class of 2013 Channing, TXAnthony Williams Class of 2014 Abilene, TXSara Graham Class of 2015 Abilene, TXNew Mexico ConferenceJolynn Galvin Class of 2013 Albuquerque, NMSid Strebeck Class of 2013 Clovis, NMSteve Wilson Class of 2013 El Paso, TXDavid Shoup Class of 2015 Carlsbad, NMTrustees-at-LargeChuck Fallon Class of 2013 Miami, FlPeter Reed Class of 2013 Graham, TXSam Smith Class of 2013 Ft. Worth, TXRalph Turner Class of 2013 Tyler, TXClark Walter Class of 2013 Sugar Land, TXRichard Countiss Class of 2014 Coldspring, TXJoe Bill Fox Class of 2014 Keller, TXCarl Hubbard Class of 2014 San Antonio, TXBill Moore Class of 2014 Bryan, TXAustin Pittman Class of 2014 Greensboro, NCLynn Yearwood Class of 2014 St. Louis, MOWeldon Crowley Class of 2015 Georgetown, TXC. Girvin Harkins Class of 2015 Bourne, TXADMINISTRATIONJohn Russell, B.S., M.S., Ph.D.President of the UniversityPaul Fabrizio, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.Vice President for Academic AffairsBrad Poorman, B.S. , M.A.Vice President for Information & Support ServicesSteve Crisman, B.A.Vice President for Marketing ServicesLisa Williams, B.B.A., C.P.A.Vice President for Financial AffairsVanessa Roberts, B.S., M.S.Dean of Student AffairsRonald Holmes B.S., M.Ed.Athletics DirectorDebra Hulse, B.S.Vice President for Development and Alumni RelationsPROFESSORSTHOMAS BENOIT (1995)Professor of Biology2003 Gordon R. and Lola J. Bennett Faculty Award RecipientB.S., M.A., University of Texas at Arlington;Ph.D., Texas Tech UniversityTINA BERTRAND (1999)Professor of Political Science2011 Gordon R. and Lola J. Bennett Faculty Award RecipientB.A. , University of Houston, University Park;M.A., Ph.D., Emory UniversityMARY BUZAN (1980)Professor of EnglishB.A., McMurry College;M.A., Ph.D., University of Texas at AustinPHILIP CRAIK (1985)Professor of TheatreB.Mu., Hardin-Simmons University;M.A., Ph.D., Louisiana State UniversityPAUL FABRIZIO (1996)Vice President for Acadimic AffairsProfessor of Political Science2006 Gordon R. and Lola J. Bennett Faculty Award RecipientB.A., University of Southern California;M.A., Ph.D., Texas Christian UniversityDONALD S. FRAZIER (1993)Professor of History2000 Gordon R. and Lola J. Bennett Faculty Award RecipientB.A., University of Texas at Arlington;M.A., Ph.D., Texas Christian UniversityPERRY K. HALEY BROWN (1994)Dean of the School of EducationProfessor of Curriculum and InstructionB.S., M.Ed., Sul Ross State University;Ed.D., Arizona State UniversitySTEPHEN HARDIN (2010)Professor of HistoryB.A., M.A., South West Texas State University;Ph.D., Texas Christian UniversityCHARLES E. HUKILL (1985)Professor of Theatre and Director of Technical Theatre2002 Gordon R. and Lola J. Bennett Faculty Award RecipientB.F.A., Stephen F. Austin State University;M.F.A., Trinity University (Dallas Theater Center)MARIAN KIRK (2005)Professor of Curriculum & Instruction2010 Gordon R. and Lola J. Bennett Faculty Award RecipientB.S., M.Ed., University of Houston;Ph.D., Texas A&M UniversityCHARLES JEFFERY KINLAW (1999)Professor of PhilosophyB.A., Wake Forest University;M.Div., Southern Baptist Seminary;Ph.D., University of VirginiaPATRICIA LAPOINT (1988)Professor of Business AdministrationB.S., M.B.A., Miami University;Ph.D., University of North TexasPHILIP LEMASTERS (1995)Dean of School of Social Sciences and ReligionProfessor of Religion2001 Gordon R. and Lola J. Bennett Faculty Award RecipientB.A., Baylor University;M.A., Rice University;Ph.D., Duke University207

FacultyRICHARD MCLAMORE (1997)Professor of EnglishB.A., M.A., Texas A & M University;Ph.D., University of ConnecticutPUG DEAVENPORT PARRIS (1978)Professor of Kinesiology1998 Gordon R. and Lola J. Bennett Fauclty Award RecipientB.S., McMurry College;M.Ed., Abilene Christian University;Ed.D., Texas A&M UniversityCYNTHIA RUTLEDGE (2001)Professor of KinesiologyB.S., Texas Tech University;M.S., Texas A & M University;Ed.D., University of Northern ColoradoGARY W. SHANAFELT (1981)Professor of History2004 Gordon R. and Lola J. Bennett Faculty Award RecipientB.A., University of California, Irvine;M.A., Ph.D., University of California, BerkeleyPAUL A. SMITH (2004)Professor of KinesiologyB.S., Wheaton College;M.S., Ph.D., Indiana UniversityPAMELA VELTKAMP (1995)Professor of ChemistryB.A., Dordt College;Ph.D., University of Colorado.KATHIE J. WALKER-MILLAR (1992)Professor of ArtB.F.A., M.Ed., Texas Christian University;M.F.A., Texas Woman’s University.ROBERT W. WALLACE (1990)Professor of Sociology2007 Gordon R. and Lola J. Bennet Faculty Award RecipientB.S., Texas Tech University; M.G.S., Miami University;M.A., M.Ph., Ph.D., Columbia UniversityGARY R. WILSON (1990)Professor of Biology2012 Gordon R. and Lola J. Bennet Faculty Award RecipientB.S., University of Texas at El Paso;M.S., Ph.D., Texas Tech UniversityALICIA T. WYATT (1999)Dean of the School of Natural and Computational SciencesProfessor of Computer Science2005 Gordon R. and Lola J. Bennett Faculty Award RecipientB.S., M.Ed., Ed.D., Texas Tech UniversityASSOCIATE PROFESSORSDAVID AINSWORTH (2003)Associate Professor of TheatreB.F.A., Southwestern University;M.F.A., University of Texas at AustinJOEL BRANT (2005)Associate Professor of BiologyB.S., Abilene Christian University;M.S., Angelo State University;Ph.D., Texas Tech UniversityTIKHON BYKOV (2004)Associate Professor of PhysicsB.S., M.S., St. Petersburg State University, Russia;Ph.D., University of Nebraska-Lincoln208MARTIN DAWSON (2005)Associate Professor of PsychologyB.A., Trinity University;M.A., Abilene Christian University;Ph.D., Texas Tech UniversityEDWARD DONNAY (2006)Associate Professor of ChemistryB.A., University of St. Thomas;Ph.D., Washington UniversityKATHRYN FLORES (2002)Associate Professor of MathematicsB.S., Texas A&M University Kingsville;M.S., Texas A&M College Station;Ph.D., University of Texas at DallasJOSE GOMEZ (2007)Associate Professor of SpanishEd.D Javerian Polytechnic SchoolKATHRYN HALL (2000)Associate Professor of Curriculum & InstructionB.A., Smith College;M.Ed., Hardin-Simmons University;Ed.D., University of North TexasJERRY W. HOLLINGSWORTH (2003)Associate Professor of SociologyB.A., McMurry University;M.A., University of Texas at Arlington;Ph.D., Nova Southeastern UniversityWAYNE KEITH (2006)Associate Professor of PhysicsB.S., Tarleton State University;Ph.D., Rice UniversityROBERT H. KUZMA (1986)Associate Professor of Business AdministrationB.B.A., McMurry College;M.B.A., Hardin-Simmons University;M.B.A., Abilene Christian University; CPAK. O. LONG (2003)Dean of the School of BusinessAssociate Professor of Business AdministrationB.A., McMurry College;J.D., University of Texas at AustinCYNTHIA MARTIN (2003)Associate Professor of MathematicsB.S., Howard Payne University;Ph.D. Texas Tech UniversityKELLY L. McCOUN (1993)Associate Professor of MathematicsA.S., Amarillo College;B.S., M.S., West Texas State University;Ph.D., Texas Tech UniversityJOHN MILLER (2004)Associate Professor of ReligionB.A., University of California, Berkeley;M.Div., Ph.D., Princeton Theological SeminaryBRADLEY OILER (2003)Associate Professor of ArtB.A., Graceland University;M.F.A., Fort Hays State University

FacultyNINA OUIMETTE (2002)Dean of the School of NursingAssociate Professor of NursingB.S.N., George Mason University;M.S., East Carolina University;Ed.D, Texas Tech UniversityPAUL PYENTA (2002)Associate Professor of BiochemistryB.A., B.S., Wayne State University;M.S., Ph.D., Cornell UniversityCLARA RICHARDSON (1998)Associate Professor of AccountingB.A., McMurry College;M.B.A., Ph,D., Texas A&M UniversityAMY ROBERTS (2004)Associate Professor of NursingB.S.N., Dallas Baptist University;M.S.N., University of Texas at Arlington;M.A., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary;Ph.D., University of North TexasANNA SAGHATELYAN (2004)Associate Professor of BiologyM.S., Yerevan State University, Armenia;Ph.D., Komarov Botanical Institute RAN, St. Petersburg, RussiaGREGORY SCHNELLER (2005)Associate Professor of PsychologyB.A. University of Missouri;M.A., Ph.D., Southern Illinois UniversityHYUNSHUN SHIN (2008)Associate Professor of ChemistryB.S., Ducksung University, Korea;M.S. Hallym University, Korea;Ph.D., Drexel UniversitySHARON SOUTERAssociate Professor of NursingB.S.N., Oklahoma Baptist University;M.S.N., University of Oklahoma;Ph.D., University of Texas Health Science Center, San AntonioCOLE THOMPSON (2002)Associate Professor of EnglishB.A., Stanford University;M.A., University of Louisiana;M.F.A., Warren Wilson CollegeMARK L. THORNBURG (2000)Associate Professor of MathematicsB.S., Rose Hulman Institute of Technology;M.S., D.A., Idaho State UniversityAMY TOONE (2004)Associate Professor of NursingB.S.N., Dallas Baptist University;M.S.N., University of Texas at Arlington;Ph.D., Nursing, University of North Texas at DentonDAVID N. WALLIS (2009)Associate Professor of MusicB.M., University of Massechusets Amherst;M.M., D.M.A., Michigan State UniversityMARK WILCOX (2005)Associate Professor of MusicB.M., M.H., Wright State University;D.M.A., University of OklahomaCHRISTINA H. WILSON (2005)Dean of the School of Arts and LettersAssociate Professor of MusicB.M., Baylor UniversityM.M., Ed.D., Baylor UniversityASSISTANT PROFESSORSLARRY BONDS (2007)Assistant Professor of EnglishB.A., Texas Lutheran College;M.A., Southwest Texas State University;Ph.D., Texas A&M UniversityTIERNEY BROSIUS (2010)Assistant Professor of BiologyB.S., Wayne State College;M.S., Ph.D., University of NebraskaMARK FISH (2008)Assistant Professor of Business, MarketingB.S., M.S., University of Buckingham;Ph.D., Texas Tech UniversityPEGGY JOHNDROW (2007)Assistant Professor of NursingB.S.N., Jacksonville State University;M.S.N., in CNS Adult Health, University of AlabamaSUSAN KEHL (2002)Assistant Professor of NursingB.S.N., Harding University;M.S.N., Abilene Christian UniversityYELENA KOSHELEVA (2010)Assistant Professor of Psychology & Curriculum and InstructionSpecialist (Equivalent to M.A. in U.S.) Voronezh State University;M.A., Ph.D., University of NebraskaBILL LIBBY (1995)CHAMPS/Life Skills DirectorAssistant Professor of ReligionB.A., Texas A&M University;M.Div., Drew University;M.A., Kansas State UniversityANN LIPRIE-SPENCE (1982)Assistant Professor of Business Administration1999 Gordon R. and Lola J. Bennett Faculty Award RecipientB.S., McNeese State University;M.B.A., Louisiana Tech UniversityROBERT MABERRY JR (2009)Assistant Professor of HistoryB.A., University of Texas, Austin;D.D.S., University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston;M.A., Ph. D., Texas Christian University209

FacultyALICE MURPHY (1999)Assistant Professor of NursingB.S.N., Augsburg College;M.P.H. Maternal & Child Health;University of Minnesota School of Public HealthTESS PAPE (2004)Assistant Professor of NursingB.S.N., University of Texas at Austin;M.E.d., Counseling and Human Development, Hardin Simmons University;M.S.N., University of Texas Medical Branch at GalvestonTIMOTHY RENFRO (2008)Assistant Professor of PhysicsB.S., Tarleton State University;M.S., Stephen F. Austin State University;Ph.D., The University of Texas at DallasLARRY SHARP (2007)Assistant Professor of BiologyB.S., Tarleton State University;D.C., Parker College of ChiropracticBRYAN A STEWART (2009)Assistant Professor of ReligionB.A., Grove City College;M.Div., Covenant Theological Seminary;Ph.D., University of VirginiaBRENNA TRONCOSO (2009)Assistant Professor of Political ScienceB.A., Tulane University;J.D., University of Miami Law School;LL.M., University of Texas School of Law;Ph.D., University of TexasROSEMARY KOVACH WALLACE (1991)Director, Dyess McMurry ProgramAssistant Professor of SociologyDiploma of Nursing, St. Elizabeth Hospital Medical Center;B.A., Youngstown State University;M.G.S., Miami University;M.A., Ed.D., Teachers College, Columbia UniversityMARK WATERS (2007)Director of the Servant Leadership CenterAssistant Professor of Servant LeadershipB.A., Texas Tech University;M.Div. & Ph.D., Southern Baptist Theological SeminaryROBERT G. WATSON (2008)Assistant Professor of Computer ScienceB.S., University of Texas;M.S., Ph.D., Texas Tech UniversityKATHERINE WICK (2012)Visiting Assistant Professor of EconomicsB.A., University of VirginiaM.A., Ph.D., University of PittsburghMITSI PAIR WILLARD (2012)Assistant Professor of Curriculum and InstructionB.A., Texas Tech UniversityM.A., Ph.D., University of TexasBUCK WILLIS (2012)Assistant Professor of KinesiologyB.A., M.Ed. Texas State UniversityPh.D., Madison UniversityINSTRUCTORSSTEPHANIE AKINS (2007)Instructor of NursingL.V.N., Texas State Technical College;B.S.N., M.S.N., Hardin-Simmons UniversityCHRISTOPHER ANDREWS (2004)Instructor of EnglishB.A., McMurry University;M.A., Tarleton State UniversitySHEENA BANKS (2011)Instructor if BiologyB.S., McMurry UniversityM.S. University of Texas Medical Branch at GalvestonRACHAEL K. BEIN (1991)Director of Academic Enrichment CenterInstructor of Developmental Studies,B.Mu.Ed., Hardin-Simmons University;M.M., Hardin-Simmons University;M.Ed., Hardin-Simmons UniversityRICHARD L. BROZOVIC (1996)Instructor of Computer Science & Information SystemsB.S., U. S. Air Force Academy;M.S., Air Force Institute of TechnologyKIMBERLY COOPER (2007)Instructor of NursingA.B.A., Del Mar College;A.A.S., Del Mar College;B.S.N., Lubbock Christian University;M.S.N., West Texas A&M UniversityDANETTE CUMMINGS (2012)Visiting Instructor of SociologyB.S., Tarleton State UniversityM.S., University of Texas at ArlingtonDEE ANN CURRY (2006)Instructor of CommunicationB.A. Wayland Baptist University;M.Ed. Houston Baptist UniversityJUDY DANIEL (1997)Instructor of EnglishB.A., Texas Tech University;M.A., Hardin-Simmons UniversityROXANNA DITA (2011)Instructor of MathematicsB.S. Polytechnic University, Bucharest, RomaniaM.S. University of North TexasTIM DUNN (2012)Visiting Instructor of GeoscienceB.B.S., M.A., M.Div., Hardin-Simmons UniversityANN LEWIS (2012)Visiting Instructor of GeoscienceB.S., Abilene Christian UniversityM.S., University of MemphisEd.D., University of North TexasANN-MARIE LOPEZ (2006)Instructor of EnglishB.A., McMurry University;M.A., Hardin-Simmons University210

FacultyBETH LAURENCE (1995)Instructor of Developmental MathematicsB.A., Hardin-Simmons UniversityKEITH LLOYD (2006)Instructor of MusicB.A., University of Alabama;M.M., University of KansasGAE LYNN MCINROE (2006)Instructor of Curriculum and InstructionB.S., Texas Tech University;M.Ed., Abilene Christian UniversityJANET MCMURRAY (1998)Instructor of KinesiologyHead Athletic TrainerB.S., McMurry University;M.Ed., Hardin-Simmons UniversityVALARIE MILLER (2007)Instructor of NursingB.S.N., Texas Tech UniversityNANCY PATRICK (2009)Instructor of EnglishB.S., M.A., Hardin-Simmons UniversityJARED REYNOLDS (2009)Instructor of BusinessB.B.A., M.B.A., Hardin Simmons UniversityJESSICA RIEGER (2012)Instructor and Tutor of Developmental MathB.S., Hardin-Simmons UniversityM.Ed., Sul Ross State University`MELODY ROPER (2010)Instructor of Curriculum and InstructionB.A., Texas A&M University;M.A., Abilene Christian UniversitySTEPHANIE SCOTT (2011)Instructor of Curriculum and InstructionB.A., Angelo State UniversityM.Ed., Abilene Christian UniversityGEORGE STARBUCK (2003)Instructor of Business AdministrationB.B.A., The University of Texas, Austin;M.B.A., Abilene Christian University; C.P.A.BETH ST. JEAN (1995)Developmental Mathematics InstructorB.S., State University of New York, PlattsburghM.Ed., Texas State UniversityJEANNE TUCKER (2005)Instructor of NursingB.S.N., Midwestern State University;M.S.N., Midwestern State UniversityLISA VAN CLEAVE (2004)Instructor of NursingB.S.N., Texas Tech Health Science Center;M.S.N., Abilene Christian UniversityJANIS WALSH (2008)Instructor of NursingB.S.N., Indiana Wesleyan University;M.S.N., Hardin Simmons UniversityELIZABETH WATSON (2009)Instructor of BusinessB.S., Texas Christian University;M.B.A., Oklahoma City universityTAMMY WERNER (2010)Instructor of Developmental MathematicsB.S., B.A., McMurry University;M.A., Texas Tech UniversityJOEL WHITTEMORE (2001)Instructor of CommunicationsB.S. Northeastern University;M.A., Abilene Christian UniversitySHARON WILLERTON (2004)Instructor of NursingB.S.N., Abilene Christian University;M.S.N., West Texas A&M UniversityJESSICA WILLIAMS (2006)Instructor of CommunicationsB.A., M.A., Abilene Christian UniversityKATE WOEHL (2006)Instructor of NursingB.A., Communication, University of North Dakota;B.N.S.c., Med Center One College of Nursing, Bismarck, ND;M.S.N., Education/Administration, Hardin Simmons UniversityFACULTY EMERITIJAMES E. ALVISProfessor of Spanish & French, EmeritusB.A., McMurry College;M.A., University of New Mexico;Ph.D., University of OklahomaWILLIAM E. BARRICKProfessor of Religion, EmeritusB.A., Phillips University;B.D., Garrett Theological Seminary;Ed.D., Columbia UniversityPATRICK BENNETTAssociate Professor of English EmeritusB.A., Texas Tech University;M.A., Hardin-Simmons UniversityFANE DOWNSProfessor of History, EmeritusB.A., M.A., Ph.D., Texas Tech UniversityBILL J. DULINProfessor of Mathematics, EmeritusB.A., Baylor University;M.S., Ph.D., Louisiana State UniversityDIANNE G. F. DULINInstructor of Mathematics, EmeritusB.A., Lamar State College;M.A., Louisiana State UniversityDAVID M. KLASSENProfessor of Chemistry, EmeritusB.S., The University of Texas-El Paso;Ph.D., University of New MexicoTOMMY J. FRYAssociate Professor of Music, EmeritusB.S., McMurry College;M.Ed., Sul Ross State University.211

Professors EmeritiEDWARD LYNDOL HARRISProfessor of Chemistry, EmeritusB.A., McMurry University;M.S., Ph.D., Louisiana State University.LUCILLE M. HODGESAssistant Professor of Mathematics, EmeritusB.A., McMurry College;M.A. Abilene Christian CollegeHERSHEL KIMBRELLAssistant Professor of Physical Education andHead Basketball Coach, EmeritusB.S., M.Ed., McMurry CollegeBEVERLY LENOIRVice President for Academic Affairs,Professor of Computer Science EmeritusB.A., Baylor UniversityM.S., American Technological UniversityPh.D., University of TexasROBERT MANISSProfessor of Curriculum & Instruction, Registrar, EmeritusB.S., Texas Technological College;M.Ed., Ph.D., University of Texas at AustinROBERT MARTINProfessor of Biology, EmeritusB.S., M.S., Oklahoma State University;Ph.D., Texas Tech UniversityDORIS A. MILLER (1993)Professor of EnglishB.S., University of Texas at El Paso;M.A., University of Northern Colorado;M.A., Colorado State University;Ph.D., University of Texas at AustinROBERT C. MONKProfessor of Religion, EmeritusB.A., Texas Tech University;B.A., Southern Methodist University;M.A., Ph.D., Princeton UniversityRICHARD MOOREProfessor of Biology, EmeritusB.S., Olivet College;M.S. and Ph.D., Michigan State UniversityTERRY E. NORTHUPProfessor of Curriculum & Instruction, EmeritusB.A., M.Ed., University of Mississippi;Ph.D., Purdue UniversityBENJAMIN L. PILCHERProfessor of Biology, EmeritusB.S., M.S., Texas Technological College;Ph.D., University of New MexicoRICHARD SCHOFIELDProfessor of GeoscienceB.A. Lafayette College;M.S. University of Arizona;Ph.D., Rutgers UniversityA.C. SHARP, JR.Professor of Physics, EmeritusB.S., M.S., Texas A&I University;Ph.D., Texas A&M UniversityPHILIP SHULERProfessor of ReligionA.B., Southern Methodist University;B.D., Perkins School of Theology;M.A., Claremont Graduate School;Ph.D., McMaster UniversityROBERT W. SLEDGEDistinguished Professor of History, EmeritusB.S., B.A., Southwestern University;B.D., Southern Methodist University;M.A., Ph.D., The University of Texas at AustinROY W. SONNTAGProfessor of Chemistry, EmeritusB.S., North Texas State University;Ph.D., University of TexasJOE W. SPECHTDirector of Jay-Rollins Library, EmeritusB.A., M.A., M.L.S., North Texas State UniversityJACQUELINE B. STOWEAssistant Professor of Business Administration, EmeritusB.B.A., Texas Tech University;M.Ed., Hardin-Simmons UniversityMICHAEL N. SWANSONAssociate Professor of Mathematics, EmeritusB.S., M.A., Texas Tech UniversityWALTER J. URBANDean of Student Life, EmeritusB.S., University of Texas at El Paso;M.Ed, Abilene Christian UniversityJOHN VALENTINEProfessor of Business Administration, EmeritusB.B.A., McMurry College;M.B.A., Abilene Christian University; CPALOUIS W. VOITAssistant Professor of Computer Science, EmeritusB.S., State University of New York;M.S.E., West Virginia University;M.S., East Texas State UniversityEUGENE WILLIAMSProfessor of Business Administration, EmeritusB.A., Drury College;M.B.A., Ph.D., University of ArkansasLIBRARY STAFFSTORMYE DILLERSecretary to the DirectorDENNIS MILLERNight SupervisorB.A., Iowa State UniversityALICHIA MOONCatalog Library AssistantDARLENE ROBERTSAcquisitions Library AssistantNANCY F. SHANAFELTCatalog LibrarianA.B., Bryn Mawr College;M.L.I.S., University of California, Berkeley212

StaffKEITH A. WADDLEReference / ILL LibrarianB.A., Hardin-Simmons University;M.A., Texas A&M University;M.S., University of North Texas;Ph.D., Pennsylvania State UniversityTERRY YOUNGLibrary DirectorB.A., M.U.P., Texas A&M University;M.L.S., University of North TexasADMINISTRATIVE STAFFLe’ann Ardoyno. B.A., M.A.Associate Director for Marketing ServicesRachel Atkins, B.A., M.Ed.Director of Financial AidBeverly Ball, M.Ed.Head Swimming CoachChris Beard, B.S., M.Ed.Head Men’s Basketball CoachRachael K. Bein, B.Mu.Ed., M.M., M.Ed., L.P.C.Director of Academic Enrichment and Developmental StudiesTom Benoit, B.S., M.A., Ph.D.Director of Institutional EffectivenessDave Beyer, B.A.Sport Information DirectorJoshua BlakelyAssistant Baseball CoachJohnna Bolden, B.S.Assistant Director for Financial AidJeanie BoneExecutive Assistant to theVice President for Academic AffairsCinco BooneAssistant Men’s Basketball CoachJoel Brant, B.S., M.S., Ph.DFaculty Athletic RepresentativeBrenda Breeden, B.A.Director of Student AccountsJohn Byington, B.S.Head Baseball CoachCarolyn A. Calvert, B.A.RegistrarTerry T. Cass, B.B.A.Director of Accounting ServicesDavid Chandler, B.S., M.Ed.Men and Women”s Cross Crountry/ Assistant Track CoachJanet Chandler, B.A.Assistant RegistrarSam CorbettFacilities Maintenance ManagerJon Crook, B.S.Director of AdmissionBarbara Crousen, B.S., M.Ed.Head Men & Women’s Track Coach, Senior Woman Administrator, AssociateAthletics DirectorSteven Davis, B.S.Science Laboratory ManagerBrittany Day, B.S.Admission Counselor/Cheerleading CoachKathy M. Denslow, A.A.S., B.S.Computer Center DirectorKaren Douglas B.S., M.S., LPC.Assistant Director of Counseling and Career ServicesJoe Lee Dunn, B.A., M.A.Defensive CoordinatorVicki Dunnam M.Ed.Online Educational Design Support SpecialistGary G. Ellison, B.J.Associate Director of University RelationsRuss EvansHead Men’s Golf CoachFreddie Famble, Jr., B.S.Director of Customer ServiceJason Feltz, B.S., M.S.Director of Residence LifeKaren Freeland, B.S., M.Ed.Academic Advising CoordinatorScott FritzDirector of Network ServicesCraig Fullerton, B.A.Grounds ManagerJerri Gazaille, B.B.A.,Executive Assistant to the PresidentEmily Germany, B.A.Athletic Academic Resources CoordinatorJames Greer, B.A., M.A., L.M.F.T.Director of Counseling and Career ServicesShawnta Griffi n, B.B.A.Admission & Recruitment CounselorGreg Harrod, B.S., M.A.Associate Athletics Director of ComplianceJohn Harvey III, B.S.C.E., M.S.M.Director of Physical PropertiesMark Hathorn, B.S.Men’s and Women’s Tennis CoachBarbara HavardPayroll/Benefi ts CoordinatorJanne Herfurth, A.A.S., B.S.Technology Coordinator/Registrar’s Offi ceVA Certifying Official213

StaffScott HighsmithAssistant Football CoachRhonda Hoelscher, RNUniversity NurseChase HolbrookAssistant Football CoachRobin HolbrookTicketing & PromotionsRonald K. Holmes, B.S., M.Ed.Athletics DirectorJewels HowardDirector of Residence Life - Campus ApartmentsLecia D. Hughes, B.B.A., M.Ed., L.P.C.Director of Human ResourcesMediation OfficerBarbara John, B.S.Head Women’s Golf CoachDaniel Jones, B.B.A., M.B.A.Student Mobile Computing ManagerTim Kennedy, B.A., M.Div.University ChaplainChris Kohl, B.A., M.A.Admission and Recruitment CoordinatorBeth Laurence, B.A.AEC Writing Coordinator/DEVS InstructorKay LinerAdmission Office ManagerBilly Libby, B.A., M.Div., M.A.Student Affairs Resources CoordinatorDebbi Lehr, B.S.Special Events CoordinatorPhilippe Lilavois, B.S.Assistant Men’s Basketball CoachRobbie LoomisFinancial Aid Data SpecialistRachel Martin,Student Finance CounselorJanet McMurray, B.S., M.Ed.Head Athletic TrainerMason MillerAssistant Head Football Coach/Recruiting CoordinatorJudy MooreAdministrative Assistant for the Athletics DepartmentHal Mumme, B.A., M.A.Head Football Coach and Associate Athletics DirectorJennifer Nichols, B.A.Art Gallery DirectorTerry Nixon, B.B.A.Director of Institutional ResearchMark Odom, B.S.Director of Security & Safety OfficerTaylor Owens, B.S.Assistant Athletic TrainerTimothy Palmer, B.S.Assistant ChaplainBrad Parris, B.S.Assistant Track CoachCamile Petree B.S., M.Ed.Head Volleyball CoachKimberly Poligala, B.A.Admission CounselorJoshua Poorman, B.A.Associate Director of Alumni RelationsBlythe Pritchett B.B.A.Associate Director of Advancement ServicesJames Quinnett, B.A.WebmasterAlan Riches, B.S., M.S.Head Women’s Soccer CoachCarole Ricketts, B.A., B.B.A.ControllerDanielle RobartsAssistant Volleyball CoachKendall Roberson, B.S.Assistant Head Football CoachCraig Roberts, B.B.A.Director of Environmental ServicesVanessa Roberts, B.S., M.S.Dean of Student AffairsMelinda Rowland, B.A., M.A.Admission & Recruitment CoordinatorDirk Saltzgaber, B.S., M.A.Assistant Baseball CoachCarl Scott, B.S.Director of University Wellness & RecreationNancy Smith, B.S., M.Ed.Executive Director of Donor RelationsAmelia Snow, B.A.Assistant Women’s Basketball CoachVeronica Snow, A.A., B.Ed., M.Ed., D.S.M.Head Women’s Basketball Coach and Associate Athletics DirectorBishop Dan Solomon, B.A., M.Div., D.Min.Bishop in ResidenceJay Spencer, B.B.S.Assistant Athletic TrainerBeth St Jean, B.S., M.Ed.AEC Math Coordinator /DEVS InstructorTeresa SteeleSupervisor of the Post Office & Print Offi ceMichael Stephens, B.B.A., M.B.A.Database Manager214

StaffPaul Tate II, B. A.Men’s Soccer CoachRosemary K. Wallace, B.A., M. Gerontological Studies, M.A., Ed.D.Director of McMurry-Dyess Program; Assistant Professor of SociologyTammy Werner, B.A., B.S., M.S.DEVS Mathematics Instructor/TutorLori WestFinancial Aid RepresentativeRobert West, B.A.Admission & Recruitment CoordinatorClark Williams, B.A., M.Div.Executive Director of Major GiftsDavid Wayne Williams, A.R.E.Media Center DirectorGENERAL STAFFKeely Acklin, B.B.A.MOVE TechnicianBilly AllenSecutiry Offi cerDale BairdGroundsDelores BairdEnvironmental Service Cleaning TechnicianWalter BairdGroundsDavid BarkerSecurity Offi cerNicholas BartonGroundsMary L. BlantonAssistant Director of Alumni RelationsAngel BradberryAdministrative Assistant to the Dean of the School of BusinessScott BowdenMaintenanceLeslie Boyd,Environmental Service Cleaning TechnicianAngel BradberryAdministrative Assistant for School of BusinessErin Brothers,AEC Evening Lab SupervisorClay BrownMaintenanceKyle BryanPC Computer/Lab TechnicianSandra Champion,Customer Service TechnicianAmanda Cokonougher,Student Inquires & Reception Corrdinator215Edwin ConantGroundsCarrie CopelandCashierPaul CortinazMaintenance Richard De La RosaSecurity Offi cerDebbie FordSecretary for Athletics DirectorPatricia HermannPostal ClerkTommy HollowellPostal ClerkMaria IbarraEnvironmental Services Cleaning TechnicianFernando JaramilloMaintenanceDiana KemperAdministrative Assistant to Vice President of Financial AffairsEvelyn KirbySwitchboard OperatorVicki KohutekSecretary for the School of EducationSandy LaneSecretary for Counseling & Career Services/Student Employment CoordinatorMelanie Long, B.B.A.Administrative Assistant to the Dean of the School of Arts & LettersChristopher LopezEnvironmental Services Cleaning TechnicianGabriel Marquez,Environmental Services Cleaning TechnicianMaritza MartinezFinancial Aid ReceptionistKellie Merritt, B.A.Secretary for the Servant Leadership CenterSecretary to the Dean of Natural and Computational ScienceMegan MillerAccount ExecutiveRachel MooreEnvironmental Services TechnicianNiccolas MosesSecurity Offi cerStephanie Murillo,Administrative Assistant to Dean of StudentsCynthia NewAdministrative Assistant to the Vice President forEnrollment ManagementMichael O’BrienSecurity Offi cer

StaffNicholas OrozcoAdmission Systems CoordinatorFrank OwensMaintenanceAmanda Payne, B.A.Registrar Offi ce AssistantClifford PayneEnvironmental Services Cleaning TechnicianAmanda Peterson,Environmental Services Cleaning TechnicianRoger PistoleEnvironmental Services Cleaning Technician/Day Shift SupervisorJesse PolancoMaintenanceKristie Poorman, B.S.Academic Enrichment Center CoordinatorMark PosivalEnvironmental Services Cleaning TechnicianLinda PricePrint Shop AssistantJohn QuintinillaSecurity Offi cerTeresa QuintinillaEnvironmental Services Cleaning TechnicianLouis RangelEnvironmental Services Cleaning TechnicianTrish P. RhodesExecutive Assistant for Institutional AdvancementErlinda RochaEnvironmental Services Cleaning TechnicianLanita RunyonAdministrative Assistant to the VPISRenee ScottAccounts Payable/Data Entry SpecialistLaura SherleySecretary for the Physical PlantKathy SpeegleAcademic Records CoordinatorJudy SurlesSecretary to the Dean of Social Sciences and ReligionJohnny TijerinaEnvironmental Services Cleaning Technician/Night Shift SupervisorJessica WatsonCampus Ministry SecretaryKaren WingertStaff Accountant/Data Entry SpecialistTina WrightEnvironmental Services Cleaning Technician216

IndexINDEXAAbsences 31Academic Calendar 4-7Academic Advising 20Academic Enrichment Center 11Academic Overload 31Academic Placement Policy 20Academic Probation and Suspension 30Academic Restart 19Accounting Course Descriptions (ACCT) 160Accounting Degree Requirements 57Accreditation Agencies 1Adding or Dropping Courses 31Administration 207Admission Steps 17Admissions Policies & Procedures 17Advanced Hours 33Advanced Placement Examinations (AP) 20Advanced Placement Chart 21Alumni Association 15Art Degree Requirements 41-45Art Department (ART) (MMA) 39-40Art Department Course Descriptions 160-162Athletics 13BBiochemistry Degree Requirements (BS) 63Biology Degree Requirements 48Biology Department (BIOL) 47Biology Department Course Descriptions 164-165Biomedical Science Degree Requirements 49Biomedical Science Course Descriptions 163-164Board of Trustees 207Business Degree Requirements 55-58Business, School of (BA) 53-54Business Course Descriptions 163CCampus Activities Board 15Campus Buildings & Facilities 10Campus Connect 17Campus Map 3Career Services 15Chemistry Degree Requirements (BS) 60Chemistry Degree Requirements (BA) 61Chemistry Grades 8-12 (BA) 62Chemistry Department (CHEM) 59Chemistry Department Course Descriptions 165-167Christian Ministry Degree Requirements 132Civil/Mechanical Engineering Focus 119Class Attendance Policy 31, 37Classification of Students 31College Level Examinations Program (CLEP) 20College Level Examinations Chart 22Communication Studies (COMM) 65Communication Studies Course Descriptions 170Computer Resources 12Computer Information Systems Requirements (CIS) 55-56Computer Information Syst. Course Descriptions 169-170Computer Science Degree Requirements 66-69Computer Science Department (CSC) 65217Computer Science Course Descriptions 170-171Conference and Enrichment Services 16Conferring of Degrees 33Concurrent Enrollment Policy 33Cost 26Counseling Services 15Course Numbering 27Course Load 31Courses of Study 32Credit by Examination 20Curriculum and Instruction Course Descriptions 167-169DDean’s Honor Roll 30Dean’s List 30Degree Requirements 32Departmental Examinations 20Developmental Studies (DEVS) 80Developmental Studies Course Descriptions 171-172Disabilities Services 16Dyess Program 36Dyess Blue Streak (Active Duty Military Students Only) 37EEconomics Course Descriptions (ECON) 172-173Education, School of (CI) (ECED) (READ) (BIED) 70-73Education Grades EC-6 Degree Requirements 74-75Education Grades 4-8 Degree Requirements 76-77Education Grades 8-12 Degree Requirements 78-79English Degree Requirements 81-85English Department (ENG) 80English Department Course Descriptions 173-175Electrical Engineering Focus 119Extra Curricular Activities and Academic Good Standing 30FFaculty Emeriti 211Federal Grants 23Finance Course Descriptions (FIN) 175Financial Assistance 23Foreign Language Requirements 34GGeneral Electives 33General Information 9Geography Course Descriptions (GEOG) 175Geosciences Course Descriptions (GEOS) 175-176Grade Appeals 30Grade Point Average (GPA) 30Grade Point Calculation 30Grade Reporting 30Grades 27-28Graduate Studies 149Graduation Application 32Graduation Under Particular Catalog 33Graduation With Honors 33Greek Minor Requirements 133Greek Course Descriptions (GRK) 176HHealth and Fitness Credits 33Health and Fitness Course Descriptions (HF) 178-179Health Forms 19Health Services 16Heritage and Cultural Tourism Crs. Desc. (TOUR) 203History Degree Requirements 87-90History Department (HIST) (TOUR) 86History Department Course Descriptions 176-178Honors Program 34

IInformation Technoloby Degree Requirements 67Information Technology Course Description 179Incomplete Grade Policy 29Instructors 210Intercollege Enrollment 38International Baccalaureate Credit 20International Students 19Introduction 10KKinesiology Degree Requirements 96-100Kinesiology Department (KINE) (HF) 95Kinesiology Department Course Descriptions 179-181Kinesiology and Wellness Facilities 12Pre-Ministerial Program 126Pre-Occupational Therapy 126Pre-Pharmacy Program 126Pre-Physical Therapy Program 126Pre-Veterinary Medicine 126Professional Organizations 14Professional Preparation Programs 125Professors 207Professors Associate 208Professors Assistant 209Psychology Degree Requirements 128-129Psychology Department (PSYC) 127Psychology Department Course Descriptions 194-196Publications 13IndexLLibrary 12Life Science Degree Requirements 50Life Science Grades 8-12 Degree Requirements 51Loan Assistance 23MMajor and Minor Choice 33Management Courses (MGMT) 183Marketing Courses (MKTG) 183-184Mathematics Degree Requirements 102-105Mathematics Department (MATH) 101Mathematics Department Course Descriptions 181-183May Term 38Military Recall, Reactivation, and Deployment 31Model United Nations (PSC) 121Model United Nations Course Descriptions 193Multimedia Applications Course Descriptions 184Multimedia Applications Degree Requirements 42, 45Music Degree Requirements 108-111Music Departmnt. (MUS, MUA, MUED, MLH, MTH) 106-107Music Department Course Descriptions 184-188Music Facilities 12Music Organizations 13NNational Honor Societies 13Non-degree Students 19Nursing Degree Requirements BSN 115Nursing Degree Requirements MSN 155Nursing, School of (NURS) 112-114Nursing, School of, Course Descriptions 188-189PPatty Hanks School of Nursing (MSN) 152Payment of Accounts 26Philosophy Minor Requirements 133Philosophy Course Descriptions 189-190Physics Degree Requirements 118-120Physics Department (PHYS) 116-117Physics Department Course Descriptions 190-192Political Science Degree Requirements 122-124Political Science Department (PSC) 121Political Science Dep. Course Descriptions 192-194Post-Baccalaureate Teaching Certification 73Pre-Dentistry Program 125Pre-Engineering Program 125Pre-Health Program 125Pre-Law 126Pre-License Athletic Trainer 95Pre-Medicine Program 125RRe-admission Procedures 19Religion Degree Requirements 131-133Religion & Philosophy Department (REL) (PHIL) 130Religion Department Course Descriptions 196-198Religious Life 15Repetition of Courses 30Residence Halls 11Residence Work 33Room & Board Charges 25-26SSchedule of Charges 25Scholarships 23Science Facilities 12Semester Hours 33Servant Leadership (SLD) 132Servant Leadership Minor Requirements 134Servant Leadership Course Descriptions 198-199Servicemembers Opportunity College 37Service Clubs 15Social Clubs 15Social Studies Grades 8-12 Degree Requirements 89, 123Sociology Degree Requirements 139-140Sociology Department (SOC) 138Sociology Department Course Descriptions 199-200Spanish Studies Department (SPAN) 134Spanish Degree Requirements 135-137Spanish Course Descriptions 201Special Admissions 19Special Interest Groups 15Staff Administrative 212Staff General 214Staff Library 212State Grants 23Student Appeals Committee 19Student Association 13Student Conduct 16Student Entrance Classifications 17Student Privacy 16Student Teaching / Teaching Internship 71Study Abroad 38TTeacher Education Program 70Texas Common Course Numbering System 205-206Texas Higher Education Agency (TEA) 71Theatre Degree Requirements 142-148Theatre Department (THRE) 141218

IndexTheatre Department Course Descriptions 201-203Transcript Services 17Transfer Coursework 17Transfer Students 17Transient Students 18Tuition and Fees 25Tuition Assistance Program 37Tuition Refunds 26VVeterans Administration Program 37Vocational Rehabilitation 25WWithdrawal From the University Process 31Withdrawal Calculations Procedures/Policy 26Work Assistance (Work Study) 23219