UMKC 2000-2001 General Catalog (1.0)
UMKC 2000-2001 General Catalog (1.0)
April 28, 2000
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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UMKC Online Catalog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Statement of Human Rights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Student’s Right-To-Know . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Notice of Nondiscrimination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UMKC AIDS Policy Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
University of Missouri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The UM System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UMKC General Administrative Officers . . . . . . . . . . . .
UMKC Academic Deans and Directors . . . . . . . . . . . . .
History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mission Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UM System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UMKC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Philosophy of UMKC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vision Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Program Information and Accreditation . . . . . . . . . . . .
Program Accreditation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Degree Programs and Emphasis Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Undergraduate Admissions Policies and Procedures . . . . .
Freshman Admission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Special Admission Cases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Application for Admission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transfer Admission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Midwest Student Exchange Program . . . . . . . . . . .
Former Student Readmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Visiting and Community Student Admission . . . . . . . . . .
Timing of Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Policies on Regular Admission - Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . .
Policies on Regular Admission - Medicine . . . . . . . . . . .
Policies on Admission of International Students . . . . . . . .
Undergraduate Academic Regulations and Information . . . . . . . .
Registration and Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Academic Calendar/Semester Hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transfer and External Sources of Credit . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transferring to UMKC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transferring Within the University of Missouri System .
Transferring from a Community or Junior College . . .
Transferring to Another Institution of Higher Education
Credit for Military Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Correspondence and Extension Credit . . . . . . . . . .
Concurrent Enrollment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Credit By Examination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Requirement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Immunization Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Classification of Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Course Numbering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Advising System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Declaration of Degree Program/Intra-Campus Transfer .
Double Major/Double Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changes in Degree Program Requirements . . . . . . .
Changes of Enrollment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Grading Options and Auditing Courses . . . . . . . . .
Academic Loads, Full/Part Time Status . . . . . . . . .
Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Grading Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Grade-Point Average . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Grade Reports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Incomplete Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Repeated Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Eligibility for Co-curricular Activities . . . . . . . . . . . .
Academic Honesty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Academic Honors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Academic Actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Academic Probation and Ineligibility . . . . . . . . . . . .
Petitions for Exception to Normal Academic Policy . . . . .
Academic Amnesty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Graduation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Minimum Hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assessment Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Written English Proficiency Test (WEPT) . . . . . . . . . .
Junior-Senior Hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Residence Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Course Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Application for Graduation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Time Limit on Degree Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transcripts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Student Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Study Abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School of Graduate Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Graduate Academic Regulations and Information . . . . .
Graduate Admission Policies and Procedures . . . . . . . .
Minimum Graduate Academic Regulations and Degree Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Minimum Academic Regulations Governing Master’s Degrees
Minimum Academic Regulations Governing Doctoral Degree Programs (Ed.D., Ph.D., and D.M.A.) . . . . . . . . .
International Graduate Applicant and Student Information .
Intercampus Opportunities for Graduate Study within the
UM System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Potential Sources of Financial Support for Graduate Study .
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fee Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Student Program/Use Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Non-Resident Tuition Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Non-Resident Educational Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Partial Hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audited Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Payment of Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Use of Credit Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Advance Deposit on Student Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Late Registration Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Handling Charge for Returned Checks . . . . . . . . . . . .
Student Financial Responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interstate Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Refund of Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fee Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Division of Academic Affairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Affirmative Action and Academic Personnel . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disabled Student Affairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Division of Administrative Affairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Intercollegiate Athletics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Division of Student Affairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Departments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Office of Admissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Career Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Center for Academic Development . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Counseling, Testing and Health Center . . . . . . . . . . .
Financial Aid and Scholarships Office . . . . . . . . . . . .
Institute for Professional Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . .
International Student Affairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Minority Student Affairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Project Refocus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Registration and Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Student Auxiliary Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Student Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Welcome Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Women’s Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Additional Student Affairs Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Student Affairs Offices Located in Academic Units . . . . . . . .
College of Arts and Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Henry W. Bloch School of Business and Public Administration
School of Biological Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Computer Science Telecommunications Program . . . . . .
Conservatory of Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School of Dentistry Office of Student Programs . . . . . . .
School of Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engineering Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School of Graduate Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School of Law . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School of Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School of Nursing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School of Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Information Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operations and Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Central Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multimedia Technology Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Networking and Telecommunications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Support Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Training and Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Library Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Circulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Collections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Community Information Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Computer-Based Literature Searching . . . . . . . . . . . .
Computer Laboratories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interlibrary Borrowing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Marr Sound Archives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MERLIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Music/Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Photocopy Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reference Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Services for Persons With Disabilities . . . . . . . . . . . .
Special Collections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TLT Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Libraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Miller Nichols Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dental Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Health Sciences Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Leon E. Bloch Law Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Music/Media Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Western Historical Manuscript Collection . . . . . . . . . .
Other Library Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
College of Arts and Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Statement of Purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Advising System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Superior Student . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Honors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Study Abroad Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General College Undergraduate Regulations and Information . . .
Academic Loads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Academic Probation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attendance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changes of Official Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Concurrent Enrollments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Credit/No Credit Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
English Proficiency Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exceptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Grading System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Graduation Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Degree Program (Major) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Minor Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pre-Professional Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Professional School Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Registration Procedures - Approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Repeated Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Residence Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scholastic Honesty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transfer of Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Combined and Dual Degree Programs . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements for Undergraduate Degrees . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Difference between B.A. and B.S. Degrees . . . . . . . . .
Degree Program (Major) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hour and GPA Requirement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Requirements (Prior to Fall 1997) . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Liberal Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interdisciplinary Cluster Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Writing Intensive Requirement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Arts and Sciences Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Physical Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Social Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
World Literature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Departments and Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
American Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Program Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
American Studies Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Architecture and Environmental Design Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Program Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Architecture and Environmental Design Courses . . . . . . . . . .
Department of Art and Art History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Department Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Special Resources / Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Undergraduate Admission Requirements and Advanced Placement
Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Undergraduate Degrees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Arts: Art History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Arts: Studio Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Arts: Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Graduate Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Art and Art History Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Art History Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Department of Chemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Department Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Undergraduate Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Science: Chemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Arts: Chemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Minor in Chemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Graduate Study in Chemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Science Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Research M.S. Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Non-Thesis M.S.Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements for Graduation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Research Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emphasis Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chemistry Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Department of Communication Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Department Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Arts: Communication Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Arts: Communication Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Communication Studies Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Department of Economics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Department Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Arts: Economics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Arts: Economics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Interdisciplinary Ph.D. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Economics Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Department of English Language and Literature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Department Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Undergraduate Admission Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Bachelor of Arts: English . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Minors in English . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Correspondence Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Honors Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Master of Arts: English . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Requirements for the M.A. in English (Literature Focus and
Language and Literature Focus) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
M.A. in English with an Emphasis Area in Professional Writing135
General Admission Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Assistantships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Requirements for Retention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Requirements for Graduation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
English Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Environmental Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Program Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Degree Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Environmental Studies Minor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Environmental Science Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Environmental Studies Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Department Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Career Implications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Higher Educational Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Special Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
General Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Bachelor of Arts: French, German, Spanish . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
The Minor: French, German, Spanish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Requirements for Teacher Certification in Foreign Languages . . . 148
Suggested Four-Year Plan of Study for the B.A. Degree . . . . . . 149
Master of Arts: Romance Languages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Foreign Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Arabic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Chinese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
French . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
German . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Greek . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Hebrew . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Italian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Latin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Russian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Spanish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Department of Geosciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Department Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Special Resources/Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Undergraduate Admission Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Natural Science Area Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Career Implications of the Degrees in Geography, Geology and
Earth Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Departmental Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Financial Aid and Transportation Costs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts: Geography* . . . . . . . . 157
Bachelor of Science: Geology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Bachelor of Science: Earth Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Program Minors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Master of Science: Urban Environmental Geology . . . . . . . . . 158
Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Geography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Geology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Department of History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Department Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Desirable Preparation for Undergraduate Admission . . . . . . . . 165
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Department Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Arts: History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Program Minor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Arts: History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
History Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hospitality Studies Concentration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interdisciplinary Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Program Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Arts: Interdisciplinary Studies . . . . . . . . . . . .
Black Studies Minor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Classical and Ancient Studies Concentration . . . . . . . . . . .
Classical and Ancient Studies Minor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Environmental Studies Minor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Humanities Minor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Slavic Studies Concentration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Slavic Studies Minor Economics/History/Political Science . . . .
Women’s and Gender Studies Minor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Women’s and Gender Studies Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Science: Interdisciplinary Studies . . . . . . . . . .
Family Studies Minor and Family Studies Certificate . . . . . . .
Gerontology Minor and Gerontology Certificate Program . . . .
Judaic Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Program Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Arts: Judaic Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Program Minor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Liberal Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Program Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admission to the Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements for Completion of the Degree . . . . . . . . . . .
Relationship of the MALS to Interdisciplinary Doctoral Degrees
Coursework . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Department of Mathematics and Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Department Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Undergraduate Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Graduate Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Arts/Master of Science: Mathematics . . . . . .
Doctor of Philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mathematics Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Military Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Program Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Two-Year Instruction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Financial Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Department of Military Science Curriculum . . . . . . . . . . .
Military Science Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PACE/Program for Adult College Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Program Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Curriculum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PACE Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
American Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Art and Art History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Business and Public Administration . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Communication Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Computer Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Economics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
English . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Humanities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Integrated Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interdisciplinary Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Natural Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Physical Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Political Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Psychology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Social Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Department of Philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Department Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Career Implications of the Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Departmental Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Advising System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Special Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scholarly Presentations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Arts: Philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements for the Minor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Philosophy Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Department of Physics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Description of Department/Programs . . . . . . . . . . .
Undergraduate Admissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Career Implications of Bachelor’s Degrees . . . . . . . .
Further Educational Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . .
History and Philosophy of Science . . . . . . . . . . . .
Department Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B.S. Curriculum Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B.A. Curriculum Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B.S./B.A. in Physics with Instrumentation Concentration
The Physics Minor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Graduate Degree Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Program Regulations . . . . . . .
Physics Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Department of Political Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Department Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Undergraduate Admissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Career Implications of the Bachelor’s Degree . . . . . . .
Department Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Arts: Political Science . . . . . . . . . . . .
Program Minor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Arts: Political Science . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Career Implications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements for Retention . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements for Graduation . . . . . . . . . . .
Political Science Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pre-Law Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Health Professions Program . . . . . . . . . .
Program Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Healing and Humanities Minor . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ophthalmic Technology Concentration . . . . . . . . . .
Department of Psychology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Department Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Career Implications of the Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Financial Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Department Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Advising System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Arts: Psychology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Suggested Plan of Study . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Psychology Minor/Double Major . . . . . . . . .
Master of Arts: Psychology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Graduate Admissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements for Retention . . . . . . . . . . . .
Suggested Plan of Study . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Doctor of Philosophy: Psychology . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements for Admission to the Program . . .
Requirements for Retention and Graduation . . . .
Curriculum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Thesis Research: Master’s Degree or Equivalency .
The Written Comprehensive Examination . . . . .
Doctoral Dissertation Committee . . . . . . . . .
Doctor of Philosophy: Counseling Psychology . .
Psychology Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Religious Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Description of Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Doctoral Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Religious Studies Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Department of Graduate Social Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Department Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Career Implications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Program Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Field Practicum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Degree Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Student Advising . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Suggested Plan of Study . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Professional Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Social Work Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Department of Sociology/Criminal Justice and Criminology . . . . .
Department Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Career Implications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Department Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sociology Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Course Prerequisites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Field Experience, Directed Individual Study or Research
B.A. Degree Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Areas of Concentration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Program Minors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Arts: Sociology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admission Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Career Implications of the M.A. in Sociology . . . . . .
Course Prerequisites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
M.A. Degree Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Degree Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Criminal Justice and Criminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Career Implications of the B.A. in CJC . . . . . . . . .
B.A. Degree Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Minor in Criminal Justice and Criminology . . . . . . .
Master of Science: Criminal Justice and Criminology . . . . .
Admission Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Career Implications of the M.S. in CJC . . . . . . . . .
M.S. Degree Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Science Program of Study . . . . . . . . . . .
Anthropology Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Criminal Justice and Criminology Courses . . . . . . . . . . .
Sociology Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Department of Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Department Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Arts in Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Theater Minor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Advising System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Fine Arts: Acting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Retention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Fine Arts: Design and Technology . . . . . .
Assistantships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Theater Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Urban Affairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Program Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor Of Arts: Urban Affairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School of Biological Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
History and Description of School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Undergraduate Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Advising . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Honors Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Education Requirements for Bachelor’s Degrees
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Bachelor of Arts in Biology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology . . . . . . . . .
Requirements for a Minor in Biology . . . . . . . . . . . .
Elective Courses for the Non-Biology Major . . . . . . . .
Graduate Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Graduate Admissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Advising . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Laboratories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Organizations and Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements for Retention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Science in Cellular and Molecular Biology . . . .
Master of Science in Biology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Arts in Biology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Doctor of Philosophy Study . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Biology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Life Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Life Sciences - Anatomy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Life Sciences - Biochemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Life Sciences - Microbiology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Life Sciences - Physiology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Life Sciences - Cell Biology and Biophysics . . . . . . . .
Life Sciences - Molecular Biology and Biochemistry . . . .
Henry W. Bloch School of Business and Public Administration . . . . . .
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Undergraduate Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transfer Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Student Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Curriculum Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Business Administration . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Science in Accounting . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Retention and Graduation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . .
Graduate Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements for Admission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Science in Accounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Business Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Combined J.D./M.B.A. Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Executive M.B.A. Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Public Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B.A. (Urban Affairs)/M.P.A. Program . . . . . . . . . . . .
Doctor of Philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Student Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Student Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Beta Alpha Psi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) Student Chapter
MIS/AITP Student Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Delta Sigma Pi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Honor Societies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Financial Aid and Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Special Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Business Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Business Decision Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Business Information Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Business Management and Administration . . . . . . . . .
Health Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Public Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Computer Science Telecommunications Program . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Career Implications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Financial Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Undergraduate Degrees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admission Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Advising System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Degree Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Minor in Computer Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sample Four-Year Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Information Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Graduate Degrees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Financial Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admission to M.S. Degree Program . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Deficiencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Degree Requirements for the M.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting the Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Program of Study . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Advisement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Academic Loads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Course Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Core Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Primary Concentration Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Secondary Concentration Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Thesis/Project/Presentation Requirements . . . . . . . . . .
Enrollment Policies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Grade Point Average . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Repeating a Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ineligibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auditing a Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Directed Readings Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Graduate Offerings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Doctor of Philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Computer Science Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Information Technology Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Conservatory of Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accreditation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Advising . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Studies in American Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ensembles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Professional Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Continuing Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scholarships or Special Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Undergraduate Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admissions: New Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admissions: Transfer Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Education Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements for Placing Students in Applied Music Courses
Recital Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ensemble Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recital and Concert Attendance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Minimum Core Requirements for All B.M. Degrees . . . .
Minimum Foreign Language Requirements for B.M. Degrees
Bachelor of Music in Music Composition . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Music in Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accordion Emphasis Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Guitar Emphasis Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jazz and Studio Music Emphasis Area . . . . . . . . . . . .
Organ Emphasis Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Piano Emphasis Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Piano Pedagogy Emphasis Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
String Instrument Emphasis Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Voice Emphasis Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wind and Percussion Emphasis Area . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Music in Music Theory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Fine Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Arts in Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Degree Program Prerequisites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Required Music Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Required General Studies Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Music Therapy Emphasis Area Prerequisites . . . . . . . .
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Bachelor of Music Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Certification Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Music Education Emphasis Areas . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Music Education Choral and Instrumental Emphasis Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Music Education Instrumental Emphasis Area .
Bachelor of Music Education Choral Emphasis Area . . . .
Bachelor of Music Education Music Therapy Emphasis . . .
Graduate Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Graduate Approval of Major Requirements . . . . . . . . .
Doctoral Degrees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Graduate Assistantships and Fellowships . . . . . . . . . .
Degree Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ensemble Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master’s Degrees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Music in Music Composition Required Courses .
Master of Music in Conducting Required Courses . . . . . .
Master of Music Education Required Courses . . . . . . . .
Master of Music in Music History and Literature Required
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Master of Music in Performance: Orchestral Instruments,
Guitar and Keyboard Emphasis Areas . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Music in Performance: Voice Emphasis . . . . .
Master of Music in Performance: Woodwind Emphasis* . .
Master of Music in Music Theory Required Courses . . . .
Master of Arts in Music Required Courses . . . . . . . . .
Master of Arts in Music - Music Therapy . . . . . . . . . .
Doctor of Musical Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Doctor of Musical Arts in Music Composition Required
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Doctor of Musical Arts in Conducting Required Courses . .
Doctor of Musical Arts in Performance Required Courses .
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. study in Music Education . . . . . . . . . .
Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Conservatory of Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accordion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bassoon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cello . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clarinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Euphonium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Guitar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Harp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Harpsichord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oboe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Organ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Percussion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Piano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Saxophone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
String Bass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trombone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trumpet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tuba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Viola . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Violin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Voice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School of Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Goals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Research Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Academic/Student Support Services . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Grading System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Degrees Offered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Four-Year Doctor of Dental Surgery Program . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admission Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Curriculum (Four Year Program) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Technical Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Academic Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements for Awarding of the D.D.S. Degree . . . . . .
Cost Estimates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Student Organizations/Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Six-Year Combined Baccalaureate/D.D.S. Degree Program . . . .
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admission Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Application Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Curriculum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Estimated Expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Non-Resident Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Further Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Advanced Education Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Application Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Financial Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Enrollment Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Academic Standards/Procedures:
Advanced Education/Graduate Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Students in Cooperative Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dental Graduate Certificate Programs . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Science in Oral Biology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Nature of the Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admission Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Curriculum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Thesis Research . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Academic Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Other Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene Education . . . . . .
History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements for Admission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Job Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Educational Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements for Graduation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Suggested Plan of Study . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Required Courses for the Master of Science Degree . . . .
School of Dentistry Division of Dental Hygiene . . . . . . . . . .
History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Job Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Licensure Examinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Professional Associations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scholarships and Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene . . . . . . . . . . .
Dentistry Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dental Hygiene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dental Hygiene-Graduate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Biological Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Endodontics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oral Biology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oral Diagnosis and Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oral Radiology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oral Surgery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Orthodontics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pedodontics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pediatric Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Periodontics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preventive Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Prosthodontics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Research Methodology - Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Restorative Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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School of Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accreditation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Non-Degree Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Curricula Objectives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Undergraduate Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Undergraduate Admissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Undergraduate Retention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Job Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recommendations for Teacher Certification . . . . . . . . .
Graduation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assessment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Special Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Undergraduate Programs of Study . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admission to the Teacher Education Program . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Arts: Elementary Education . . . . . . . . . . .
Professional Education Requirement: Early Childhood Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Arts in Bachelor of Arts in Middle School Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Arts in Physical Education . . . . . . . . . . .
Graduate Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Master of Arts Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements for the Master of Arts . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements for Retention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Arts: Counseling and Guidance . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Arts: Educational Administration . . . . . . . . .
Master of Arts: Educational Research and Psychology . . .
Master of Arts: Curriculum and Instruction . . . . . . . . .
Master of Arts: Reading Education . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Arts: Special Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Educational Specialist Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Doctor of Philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Centers and Projects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Counseling Psychology and Counselor Education . . . . . .
Curriculum and Instruction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Physical Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Research and Psychology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Special Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Teacher Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Urban Leadership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coordinated Engineering Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engineering Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Career Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engineering at the University of Missouri-Kansas City . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Science Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Advising and Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Program Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Honors Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Undergraduate Curricula . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Lower Division Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Upper Division Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Special Academic Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Application for Graduation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Graduate Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Science Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Graduate Degree Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Advising and Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Probation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Application for Master’s Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engineering Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Civil and Environmental Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical and Computer Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering . . . . . . . . . . .
School of Law . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accreditation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Law Building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Law Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Study Spaces in Suites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The School of Law in the Metroplex . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Law Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Law Alumni Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Continuing Legal Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Career Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Juris Doctor Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Criteria for Admission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admission Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LSAT/LSDAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Prerequisites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admission With Advanced Standing . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admission Without Undergraduate Degree . . . . . . . . .
Admission to the Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
J.D./M.B.A. Dual-Degree Program . . . . . . . . . . . . .
J.D./LL.M. (Taxation) Combined-Degree Program . . . . .
J.D./LL.M. (General with Estate Planning Concentration)
Combined-Degree Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Academic Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Administrative Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Activities and Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Laws Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Non-Degree Candidates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master of Laws Degree Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . .
Alphabetical Course Listing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School of Law Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School of Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admissions Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Application Fee and Timetable for Applying . . . . . . . .
Estimated Expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Library and Information Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Student Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Academic Development Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Counseling and Advising . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Peer Counselors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Financial Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Medical Student Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Curriculum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Typical Curriculum - Six-Year Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements for Graduation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School of Nursing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accreditation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Financial Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
International Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Program Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admission Criteria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B.S.N. Degree Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor of Science in Nursing: R.N. to M.S.N. Option . . . . . .
Admission Criteria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
R.N. to M.S.N. Degree Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.) . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admission Criteria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
M.S.N. Degree Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Thesis/Research Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UMKC Graduate Outreach Program . . . . . . . . . . .
Ph.D. in Nursing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Academic Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B.S.N. Academic Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
M.S.N. Academic Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School of Nursing Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School of Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Degrees Offered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Doctor of Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
First Professional Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Immunizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Career Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Libraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Student Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Student Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Student Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scholarships, Special Awards and Financial Assistance . . . .
Doctor of Pharmacy Curricular Requirements . . . . . . . . .
Academic Regulations and Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . .
State Licensure Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Graduate Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Degrees Offered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Admission Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Doctor of Philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scholarships, Awards and Financial Assistance . . . . .
Master of Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ph.D. Degree Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements for Retention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements for M.S. Degree Conferral . . . . . . . .
Non-Degree Seeking Graduate-Level Students . . . . .
Continuing Education Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Nontraditional Doctor of Pharmacy Program . . . . . . . . . .
Curriculum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Completion Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Didactic Course Completion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exemption from Didactic Coursework . . . . . . . . . .
Grading System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Academic Progress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Examinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Examination Request Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Experiential Rotation Completion . . . . . . . . . . . .
Experiential Rotation Electives . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exemption from Experiential Rotations . . . . . . . . .
Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Non-Degree Seeking Course Work . . . . . . . . . . . .
Continuing Education Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Additional Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Financial Aid Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tuition and Other Costs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Application Process and Criteria . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pharmacy Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Division for Continuing Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Credit Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Non-credit Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Educational Conferences and Institutes . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Continuing Education Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Center for Independent Study Through Correspondence . . . .
Faculty of the University of Missouri-Kansas City . . . . . . . . . . .
College of Arts and Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Architecture and Environmental Design . . . . . . . . .
Art and Art History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Communications Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Economics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
English Language and Literature . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Foreign Languages and Literature . . . . . . . . . . . .
Geosciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mathematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Physics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Political Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Psychology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Social Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sociology/Criminal Justice and Criminology . . . . . .
Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School of Biological Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Henry W. Bloch School of Business and Public Administration
Computer Science Telecommunications . . . . . . . . . . . .
Conservatory of Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School of Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School of Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engineering Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School of Law . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Academic Librarians . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School of Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School of Nursing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
School of Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Academic Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Addresses and Phone Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Centers and Institutes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Applied Language Institute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Berkley Child and Family Development Center . . . . . . . . .
Cancer Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Center on Aging Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Center for Applied Environmental Research . . . . . . . . . .
Center for Direct Marketing Education and Research . . . . . .
Center for Economic Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Center for Ethnographic Research . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Center for International Academic Affairs . . . . . . . . . . .
Center for International Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Center for Professional Writing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Center for Religious Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Center for Studies in Higher Order Literacy . . . . . . . . . .
Center for the Study of Metropolitan Problems in Education . .
Center for Telecomputing Research . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drug Information Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Economic Education Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Entrepreneurial Growth Resource Center . . . . . . . . . . . .
Institute for Human Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Institute for Labor Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Kansas City Center for Design Education and Research . . . .
Kansas City Regional History Institute . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Kansas City Regional Professional Development Center . . . .
Laboratory Animal Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Midwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership . . . . . . . . . . . .
Missouri Center for Safe Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Technology Center for Special Education . . . . . . . . . . . .
Technology for Learning and Teaching Center . . . . . . . . .
University Center for Interdisciplinary Studies . . . . . . . . .
Financial Aid Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Policies and Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Student Conduct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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CONTENTS
Rules of Procedures in Student Conduct Matters . . . . . . . . . .
UMKC Computer Usage Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Policy on Student Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Procedure for Appeal of Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Academic Amnesty Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Academic Amnesty Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Equal Opportunity Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Guidelines on Sex Discrimination . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Guidelines on Discrimination on the Basis of Religion or National Origin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Guidelines on Sexual Harassment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Minimum Standards of Progress for Veterans . . . . . . . .
Discrimination Grievance Procedure for Students . . . . . .
UM System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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UMKC General Catalog
General Information
This comprehensive catalog covers all the academic programs
at this institution. Prospective students should be aware that
the University reserves the right to make changes in admission
requirements, fees and other specifications in the catalog.
Students are expected to become thoroughly familiar with
the contents of this catalog and to comply with the provisions
pertaining to them.
All statements in this publication are announcements of
present policies only and are subject to change at any time
without prior notice. They are not to be regarded as offers to
contract.
Telephone Numbers
In many places within this catalog, the direct office telephone
number is listed. UMKC offices and departments also may be
reached through Relay Missouri, a telecommunications relay
service for those who are hearing or speech impaired. Trained
relay agents ensure the calls are completed. The toll-free Relay
Missouri access numbers are:
(800) 735-2966 (Text Telephone)
(800) 735-2466 (Voice)
NCA Accreditation
The Higher Education Reauthorization Act, revised in 1992,
requires UMKC to list the address and phone number for the
North Central Association of Schools and Colleges. NCA is
the primary accrediting body for U.S. colleges and universities.
North Central Association of Schools and Colleges
Commission on Institutions of Higher Education
39 North LaSalle St.
Suite 2400
Chicago, Ill. 60602-2504
(800) 621-7440
UMKC Online Catalog
The text of the General Catalog is available in an electronic
version. To access the catalog, you’ll need browsing software,
such as Netscape or Internet Explorer. The address is
www.umkc.edu/catalog.
The online version of the General Catalog should be used
for informational purposes only, and in no way should be
considered as having contractual obligations.
The online version and the printed version of the General
Catalog should mirror each other. In a document this
all-encompassing and for an institution that changes
continually, however, there is bound to be information that has
been updated after the printing date. Always consult the Office
of Admissions for the most current information concerning
rules, policies, fees, degree requirements, curriculum or other
matters. You may reach the Admissions office at
(816) 235-1111 or admit@umkc.edu. You’ll find the web site
at http://www.umkc.edu/admit.
Statement of Human Rights
The Board of Curators and the University of Missouri-Kansas
City are committed to the policy that there shall be no
discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, age,
national origin, disability or Vietnam era veterans’ status. This
policy pertains to educational programs, admissions, activities
and employment practices. Pursuant to and in addition to this
policy, the University abides by the requirements of The
Americans With Disabilities Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil
Rights Act of 1964, Revised Order No. 4, Executive Orders
11246 and 11375; Sections 799A and 845 of the Public Health
Service Act; Title IX of the Education Amendments of l972;
Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973;
Section 402 of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Act of
1974; and other federal regulations and pertinent acts of
Congress. The vice provost for affirmative action and
academic personnel is responsible for all relevant programs
and may be contacted at 354 Administrative Center. The
telephone number is (816) 235-1323. Office hours are 8 a.m.
to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Student’s Right-To-Know
In accordance with Public Law 101-542, UMKC reports 80
percent of first-time freshmen students return the second year.
The UMKC Police Department publishes an annual
campus report on personal safety and crime statistics. The
report is available on request at the UMKC Police Department,
Room 213, 4825 Troost Building.
Notice of Nondiscrimination
Applicants for admission and employment, students, parents of
elementary and secondary school students, employees, sources
of referral of applicants for admission and employment, and all
unions or professional agreements holding collective
bargaining or professional agreements with the University of
Missouri-Kansas City are hereby notified that this institution
does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex,
age, national origin, disability or Vietnam era veterans’ status
in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its
programs and activities.
Any person having inquiries concerning this institution’s
compliance with the regulations implementing The Americans
With Disabilities Act, Title VI, Title IX or Section 504 is
directed to contact the Affirmative Action Office, Room 354,
Administrative Center or to call (816) 235-1323. The
Affirmative Action office at the University of Missouri-Kansas
City has been designated to coordinate the institution’s efforts
to comply with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title IX
and Section 504. Any person may also contact the assistant
secretary for civil rights, U.S. Department of Education or the
Department of Justice, regarding the institution’s compliance
with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title IX Section
504, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
UMKC AIDS Policy Statement
To address special needs of the University of Missouri-Kansas
City, the following policy has been adopted:
Faculty, staff and students should be aware that
discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national
origin, ancestry, sex, age and handicap (to include AIDS), is
prohibited by state law. All are expected to conduct
university-related activities without any such discrimination.
Failure to fulfill these obligations may subject faculty, staff and
students to disciplinary action. Such action shall be taken in
accordance with the following University of Missouri
procedures: Rules of Procedure in Student Disciplinary
Matters and the Dismissal for Cause Procedure.
Those who feel they may have been discriminated against
may use the Grievance Procedure for Administrative, Service
and Support Staff; Discrimination Grievance Procedure for
Students; and Academic Grievance Procedures. The above
statement is based upon the recommendations of the Missouri
Human Rights Commission and is in accordance with the
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statements of professional responsibility and codes of ethics of
the Association of American Medical Colleges, the American
Medical Association, the American Dental Association, and
the National League of Nursing.
University of Missouri
The UM System
The University of Missouri is a single university with four
campuses located at Kansas City, Columbia, Rolla and St.
Louis.
The University is governed by the Board of Curators,
whose members are appointed by the governor of Missouri and
confirmed by the Missouri Senate. The University president
directs and coordinates the programs of the four campuses,
with staff assistance in finance, business management,
research, extension, development, public information and other
UM system services.
The activities of each campus are supervised by a
chancellor, who directs campus affairs within policies
established by the Board of Curators and the president.
The University of Missouri was established at Columbia in
1839, only 18 years after Missouri became a state. Recognized
as the first state university west of the Mississippi River, it was
designated a land-grant university in 1870. Since then, the
University has extended its educational benefits to all sections
of Missouri, in addition to its traditionally assigned tasks of
teaching and research within the campus settings.
The University remained a single-campus institution until
1870, when the University of Missouri School of Mines and
Metallurgy was established at Rolla. Campuses at St. Louis
and Kansas City were added to the University in 1963.
University of Missouri System Board of
Curators
Theodore C. Beckett, Kansas City
Paul T. Combs, Kennett
Malaika B. Horne, M.D., St. Louis
Mary L. James, Harrisonville
John A. Mathes, Sunset Hills
M. Sean McGinnis, Springfield
Connie Hager Silverstein, St. Louis
Paul W. Steele, Chillicothe,
Hugh E. Stephenson Jr., M.D., Columbia
Student Representative to the Board
Stephen T. Sugg, Columbia
Officers of the Board
Hugh E. Stephenson Jr., M.D., president
Paul W. Steele, vice president
Kathleen M. Miller, secretary
Marvin E. Wright, general counsel
UMKC General Administrative Officers
Martha Gilliland, Ph.D.
chancellor
Marjorie Smelstor, Ph.D.
provost/vice chancellor for academic affairs
Gerald D. Jensen, J.D.
vice chancellor for administrative affairs
Gary Widmar, Ph.D.
interim vice chancellor for student affairs and enrollment
management
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William French, M.A.
vice chancellor for University advancement
E. Grey Dimond, M.D.
special consultant to the chancellor
William B. Eddy, Ph.D.,
special assistant to the chancellor for urban affairs
UMKC Academic Deans and Directors
James R. Durig, Ph.D.
dean, College of Arts and Sciences
Marino Martinez-Carrion, Ph.D.
dean, School of Biological Sciences
Alfred N. Page, Ph.D.
dean, Henry W. Bloch School of Business and Public
Administration
Richard G. Hetherington, Ph.D.
director, Computer Science Telecommunications Program
Terry Applebaum, D.M.A.
dean, Conservatory of Music
Michael J. Reed, Ph.D.
dean, School of Dentistry
Joan V. Gallos, Ph.D.,
dean, School of Education
James E. Thompson
dean, UM-Columbia College of Engineering Coordinated
Undergraduate Engineering Programs
Ronald A. MacQuarrie, Ph.D.
vice provost, research, and dean, School of Graduate
Studies
Burnele V. Powell, LL.M.
dean, School of Law
Michael Friedland, M.D.
dean, School of Medicine
Nancy M. Mills, Ph.D.
dean, School of Nursing
Robert W. Piepho, Ph.D.
dean, School of Pharmacy
History of UMKC
The University of Missouri-Kansas City was spawned by a city
built at the origin of the Oregon and Santa Fe trails. These
roadways to the west began at Old Westport, just a few miles
from the present UMKC campus.
In the 1890s, there was talk of founding a university in
Kansas City because of the city’s growth, but it was not until
the 1920s that talk turned to action. In the postwar decade, the
chamber of commerce appointed a committee to consider the
possibility of a university in Kansas City. During this time,
Lincoln and Lee University also was being established. Named
after two leaders of the Civil War (Missouri was a border
state), Lincoln and Lee was to be maintained by the Methodist
Church. While the plans for the denominational university
were being formulated, proponents of a non-political,
non-sectarian institution organized and joined a committee that
was working for a united university plan. A board of trustees
comprising leading businessmen was established and the board
proceeded cautiously with its plans.
In 1929, a charter for the University of Kansas City was
granted. The dream became a reality when William Volker, a
local philanthropist for whom the 93-acre Volker campus is
named, presented the board with the 40-acre nucleus of the
present campus site in Kansas City’s Rockhill district. Volker
also provided funds to purchase the former private home of
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Walter S. Dickey, a wealthy Kansas City manufacturer. The
ivy-covered stone mansion, built in 1912, became the fledgling
university’s first main building.
With a charter and a campus site, the Board of Trustees
started a citywide drive for funds. Raising a large endowment
in the middle of the Great Depression seemed an impossible
goal, but the board persisted, encouraged by the fact that many
universities had started with one building, no larger than the
handsome Dickey mansion. In 1933, the University of Kansas
City announced that classes would begin in October. The board
had decided that if 125 students who were qualified to enter
either the University of Missouri or the University of Kansas
applied to the University of Kansas City, it would mean there
were a sufficient number of students in Kansas City who
wanted an education at home and the University would go into
operation. A faculty of 17 was hired, and on Oct. 2, 1933, 264
students were enrolled. The University of Kansas City, a
private, independent university, had begun.
The Dickey mansion, called the Administration Building
and eventually named Scofield Hall for a former chancellor,
had been prepared for classes. For several years it housed all
the University classrooms, the library, a cafeteria, and the
business and administrative offices. Only two years of
coursework were offered during the first year, but soon the
third and fourth years of classes were added. On June 9, 1936,
Duncan Spaeth, president-elect, gave the first commencement
address to an audience that included 80 graduates.
By this time the University had begun to grow. The
geology-physics building was completed in 1935, and the
University library was scheduled for completion in 1936. In
the eventful decades since the opening, the University has
developed rapidly and gained strength. Impetus for growth was
provided by the affiliation of several professional schools with
the University, which added to the prestige already established
by a strong College of Arts and Sciences.
The first was the Kansas City School of Law, which
merged with the University in 1938. That was followed by the
Kansas City-Western Dental College in 1941 and the Kansas
City College of Pharmacy in 1943. The Conservatory of Music
joined the University in 1959. Also during this period, the
School of Administration (1953), the School of Education
(1954), the Division for Continuing Education (1958), the
School of Graduate Studies (1964), the School of Medicine
(1970) and the School of Nursing (1980) were established. The
School of Basic Life Sciences was created in 1985, and was
renamed the School of Biological Sciences in the 1990s.
On July 25, 1963, the University of Kansas City became a
part of the University of Missouri System, joining three other
campuses located in Columbia, Rolla and St. Louis. At that
time, the Board of Trustees of the University of Kansas City
transferred assets estimated at $20 million to the Board of
Curators of the University of Missouri.
The University’s name was changed to University of
Missouri-Kansas City and since 1963, the Kansas City campus
has experienced steady growth while expanding on urban
connections. By fall 2000, the total number of students taking
classes at UMKC was nearly 13,000 students. The University’s
13 schools and colleges have more than 1,000 full-time and
part-time faculty members.
In addition to the Volker campus, UMKC operates the
Hospital Hill campus, located in midtown Kansas City, Mo.
This campus is adjacent to Truman Medical Center, UMKC’s
primary public teaching hospital, and is home to the UMKC
School of Medicine, School of Dentistry, the School of
Nursing, and the Institute of Human Development. A Life
Sciences building to be constructed on the Hospital Hill
campus is to be the future home of the schools of pharmacy
and nursing and the IHD.
From 1974 to 1997, UMKC operated the Truman Campus,
home to the University’s Coordinated Engineering Programs
until 1994, when engineering programs moved to temporary
quarters while awaiting completion of Flarsheim Hall. The
Truman Campus was leased to the Independence, Mo., school
district.
Many offices for UMKC’s student services moved to
expanded space in the Administrative Center at 5115 Oak in
the late 90s. In addition, major renovations were completed
during 1997-98, including the Residence Hall, Haag Hall,
Newcomb Hall and Royall Hall. In fall 1999, the Robert H.
Flarsheim Science and Technology Hall opened on the Volker
campus. Flarsheim Hall is the largest campus building,
encompassing labs, classrooms and faculty offices in a
five-story building named for Robert H. Flarsheim, a longtime
UMKC friend and neighbor. His estate gift of $8.7 million was
the largest ever by an individual.
One element of UMKCs strategic plan is to increase
opportunities for students living on campus, particularly
undergraduates. With that goal in mind, UMKC purchased the
Twin Oaks apartments, a 600 unit, 11-story complex located on
the west side of Oak Street, between 50th and 51st streets. The
twin-towered building provides easy access to the campus, area
coffee houses and eateries, parks and museums, and the
Country Club Plaza shopping and restaurant district.
Another endeavor is UMKC Northland, seeking to bring
graduate degree programs to the northland areas of Kansas
City. UMKC Northland, housed at the Metro North Mall,
offers graduate degree programs on evenings and weekends.
Initial offerings include M.A. and Ed.S. degrees from the
School of Education. In partnership with area organizations,
UMKC also will offer continuing professional education and
professional development programs at the Northland site.
On April 1, 2000, following a national search, Martha W.
Gilliland became UMKC chancellor.
The Seal
The following is a description of the official University of
Missouri seal, which was adopted on March 31, 1903: Gules,
the white or grizzly bear of Missouri, passant guardant proper,
on a chief engrailed azure, a crescent argent; impaling argent,
the arms of the United States of America; on a chief parted per
bend or and sable an open book proper with words “Salus
Populi,” all within a band inscribed “Sigill Universitatis
Missourien MDCCCXXXIX.”
Interpretation of Design and Color of
University Seal
Gules-Red to denote courage, represented on printed shields by
straight perpendicular lines closely drawn together.
The white grizzly bear of Missouri, passant guardant
proper- The bear appears to be walking leisurely with its face
turned toward the spectator. It is represented in its natural
color. On a chief engrailed azure, crescent argent - On the
upper one-third of the shield, separated from the lower
two-thirds by a curved division line on a sky-blue background,
appears a new moon in white.
Impaling argent, the arms of the United States of America
- On a white background appear the arms of the United States
of America.
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On a chief parted per bend or and sable an open book
proper with the words “Salus Populi” - On the upper third of
the shield, which is itself divided from the upper third of the
right side to the lower corner of the left side, and which may
have horizontal and vertical lines crossing each other, appears
an open book in the original color with the words “Salus
Populi.”
The motto “Salus Populi” means “the welfare of the
people.”
University of Missouri-Kansas City
The colors of the University of Kansas City, now the
University of Missouri-Kansas City, were determined in March
1934 by a student council decree, which cited the school colors
as “old gold and royal blue.”
The University of Missouri-Kansas City provides instruction,
research and community service for continuous state and
regional progress. It is the only university in western Missouri
offering graduate and professional study at the highest
academic level.
UMKC’s programming focuses on three areas: visual and
performing arts, health sciences, and urban affairs (academic
programs such as law, business and education, which are
important to urban communities). UMKC prepares scholars for
the challenges of the 21st century through model
undergraduate education and an emphasis on graduate and
professional study, including an innovative Interdisciplinary
Ph.D. program.
In partnership with the Kansas City community and its
educational institutions, UMKC is active in the region’s
economic and cultural development. UMKC also provides
lifelong learning, including graduate and non-credit classes for
business, education and government, through its video
network.
Mission Statements
Philosophy of UMKC
University of Missouri
The University of Missouri-Kansas City, strategically located
in the second largest population center of the state, has both the
opportunity and the obligation to serve this region and society
by developing programs appropriate to its mission as an urban
university. The objectives of UMKC are to ensure quality
instruction, obtain eminence in scholarly and creative
endeavors, and provide leadership in continuing education and
public service across a broad range of disciplines.
The programs of the University are based on a sound
foundation in the liberal arts and sciences. The College of Arts
and Sciences plays a central role in meeting the University’s
most significant missions, including fostering in its students a
cultural awareness and compassionate understanding of
themselves and the problems of our society.
Operating essentially at the center of the academic
enterprise, the College is distinguished by quality, integrity and
vigor in its own right. In addition to the basic academic
strengths essential to its core responsibilities, the College
effectively supports the programs of UMKC’s various
professional schools.
The University is committed to liberal and professional
education, with emphasis in three principal areas: health
sciences; the performing, interpretive and visual arts; and
urban affairs.
Among the distinctive programs UMKC has developed are
those in the undergraduate, professional and graduate schools.
By their nature, the programs contribute to the professional,
service and cultural resources of the urban community. In
addition, UMKC is committed to basic and applied research
activities, instructional and curricular innovation, continuing
education and leadership in public service, all related to
community needs and resources.
In addition, the University offers a well-rounded program
in intercollegiate athletics, organized on the fundamental
principles of fair play and amateurism. The main thrust of
these programs are valid educational goals – developing the
physical well-being of student athletes and fostering their
academic success.
The University is in a position to multiply its capabilities
as an educational and research center and to serve its
community. Its facilities are complemented by the availability
of numerous community resources, such as the Linda Hall
The Flag
The flag of the University of Missouri was adopted in 1968. It
is divided diagonally; the top half (upper right) is old gold and
the bottom (lower left) is royal blue. The official seal of the
University of Missouri is located in the center of the flag.
The Colors
The University of Missouri serves the people of Missouri by
providing instructional, research and extension programs. The
University offers undergraduate, graduate and professional
programs which respond to student needs and serve the broader
economic, social and cultural needs of the state. The University
offers doctoral degrees and is committed to the creation of new
knowledge through research. Through its extension programs,
the University extends its knowledge base throughout the state.
The fundamental purpose of the University is to provide
enlightened and able graduates who have the potential to
provide leadership in the economic, social and cultural
development of the state and nation. The fulfillment of this
basic mission depends upon a sound general education
program at the baccalaureate level. The University has
well-defined admission requirements, which ensure a high
probability of academic success for its students.
As the state’s only public, doctoral-granting, research
institution, the University has a major commitment to research,
scholarly work and creativity. The University emphasizes
graduate and professional programs, and, as a land-grant
institution, the University selectively extends the results of its
research throughout the state.
The University is committed to the principles of academic
freedom, equal opportunity, diversity and to protecting the
search for truth and its open expression. These commitments
are indispensable to the fulfillment of the University’s
missions.
The University is governed by a bi-partisan Board of
Curators as established by the State Constitution. In all areas,
the Board welcomes advice from all those in the University
community and seeks specific advice on matters concerning
academic issues. The Board delegates the management of the
University to the President and Chancellors of the institution.
The President and the Chancellors seek advice from others
within the University community in the day-to-day
management of the institution.
The University was established by the citizens to serve
Missouri, but the benefits of its programs and graduates extend
to the nation and the world.
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Library of Science and Technology, the Midwest Research
Institute, the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, the Kansas City
Symphony, the Lyric Theatre, several affiliated health care
facilities, regional governmental, industrial and legal-systems
centers, a variety of public and private institutions and systems,
the Harry S. Truman Library, and the community, as both a
laboratory and partner.
Building on its academic and community base, UMKC
seeks to serve the future by devoting attention to the health
sciences, the arts and urban affairs, and by offering programs
of national distinction leading to the highest professional and
graduate degrees in those areas, along with essential
postgraduate continuing education activities.
Programs in the health sciences comprise the schools of
biological sciences, dentistry, medicine, nursing and pharmacy,
plus related departmental activities in the College of Arts and
Sciences, and in health sciences administration in the Henry W.
Bloch School of Business and Public Administration.
Developments in the arts, using the resources of the
Conservatory of Music, academic and professional theaters,
and the College of Arts and Sciences, focus on the performing,
interpretive and visual arts.
Urban affairs include the general concerns of the Bloch
School, School of Law and the School of Education, as well as
the social sciences, science and environmental programs of the
College of Arts and Sciences, and other special programs with
urban emphasis.
UMKC realizes both a responsibility and a challenging
opportunity to make its resources available to meet a broad
range of educational needs of the area, whether they are
aspirations of individual citizens or the collective needs of
society. The University continues the search for programs to
meet the educational needs of those for whom the traditional
curriculum, campus and college calendar are inappropriate. By
cooperating with other institutions of higher education to
improve and increase the educational resources and
opportunities of the area, UMKC extends the learning
experience beyond traditional boundaries.
Above all, UMKC remains a true university. It is
sufficiently resilient in its philosophy and flexible in its
organizational structure to enable it to respond appropriately as
a home for scholarship and a base for community service.
Vision Statement
“To be a premier comprehensive urban university
bettering people’s lives and tomorrow’s
communities.”
UMKC is committed to the following core values:
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Creating a learner-centered university;
Stimulating research and creativity;
Embracing diversity;
Engaging in partnerships with the Kansas City
metropolitan area and the global community.
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General Program Information
and Accreditation
The University of Missouri-Kansas City is affiliated with,
through accreditation, approval or membership in the
organizations listed below:
• Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology
(1977)
• Adult Education Association USA (1955)
• American Assembly of Collegiate Schools of Business
(1969)
• American Association of Dental Schools (1942)
• American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (1945)
• American Association of Colleges of Nursing (1981)
• American Association of University Women (1959)
• American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education
(1960)
• American Bar Association (1938)
• American Chemical Society (1957)
• American Council on Education (1945)
• American Council on Pharmaceutical Education (1945)
• American Psychological Association
• Association of American Law Schools (1938)
• Association of American Colleges (1940)
• Association of American Universities (1947)
• Association of Urban Universities (1953)
• Association of University Evening Colleges (1955)
• Commission on Accreditation of Dental and Dental
Auxiliary Educational Programs of the American Dental
Association (1927)
• Council of Graduate Schools (1967)
• Liaison Committee of Medical Education of the American
Medical Association and Association of American
Medical Colleges (1971)
• Missouri College Union (1940)
• National Association of Schools of Music (1938)
• National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and
Administration (1980)
• National Association of Schools of Theater (1970)
• National Collegiate Athletic Association (1987)
• National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
(1961)
• National League for Nursing (1984)
• North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary
Schools (1938)
Degree Programs and Emphasis
Areas
Degree programs (majors) are listed in capital letters. The
actual degrees to be earned – bachelor’s, master’s, etc., are
shown in parentheses, followed by emphasis areas for the
degree program.
• ACCOUNTING (B.S., M.S.)
• ADVANCED EDUCATION IN GENERAL DENTISTRY
(Graduate Certificate)
• AMERICAN STUDIES (B.A.)
• ART (B.A.)
• ART HISTORY (B.A., M.A.)
• BIOLOGY (B.A., B.S., M.A., M.S.)
• BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (B.B.A., M.B.A.)
Entrepreneurship (M.B.A.)
Finance (M.B.A.)
Health Services Administration (M.B.A.)
International Business (M.B.A.)
Management (M.B.A.)
Management of Information Systems (M.B.A.)
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Marketing (M.B.A.)
Operations Management (M.B.A.)
CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY (M.S.)
General (M.S.)
Biochemistry (M.S.)
CHEMISTRY (B.A., B.S., M.S.)
Analytical Chemistry (M.S.)
Inorganic Chemistry (M.S.)
Organic Chemistry (M.S.)
Physical Chemistry (M.S.)
Polymer Chemistry (M.S.)
CIVIL ENGINEERING (B.S.Ci.E., M.S.)
(UMC program at UMKC (Coordinated Engineering Program))
COMMUNICATION STUDIES (B.A., M.A.)
Mass Communication (B.A.)
Speech Communication (B.A.)
COMPUTER SCIENCE TELECOMMUNICATIONS (B.A.,
B.S., M.S.)
Computer Networking (M.S.)
Software Architecture (B.S., M.S.)
Telecommunications Networking (B.S., M.S.)
CONDUCTING (M.M., D.M.A.)
COUNSELING AND GUIDANCE (M.A., Ed.S.)
General (M.A., Ed.S.)
Elementary School Counseling and Guidance (M.A.)
Marriage and Family Counseling (M.A., Ed.S.)
Mental Health Counseling (M.A., Ed.S.)
School Counseling (Ed.S.)
Secondary School Counseling and Guidance (M.A.)
Substance Abuse Counseling (M.A., Ed.S.)
COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGY (Ph.D.)
CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND CRIMINOLOGY (B.A., M.S.)
CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION (M.A., Ed.S.)
General (M.A.)
Curriculum Theory and Leadership (Ed.S.)
Early Childhood Education (M.A., Ed.S.)
Elementary or Middle School Specialty (Ed.S.)
Elementary Education (M.A.)
English as a Second Language (Teaching and Non-teaching)
(M.A.)
Subject Matter Specialty (M.A., Ed.S.)
Urban Teaching (M.A.)
DANCE (B.F.A.)
DENTAL HYGIENE (B.S.D.H.)
General (B.S.D.H.)
Clinical and Classroom Teaching (B.S.D.H.)
DENTAL HYGIENE EDUCATION (M.S.)
General (M.S.)
Research (M.S.)
DENTISTRY (D.D.S.)
DIAGNOSTIC SCIENCES (Graduate Certificate)
Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology (Graduate Certificate)
Oral Medicine (Graduate Certificate)
EARTH SCIENCES (B.S.)
ECONOMICS (B.A., M.A.)
Applied Urban Economics (M.A.)
EDUCATION (Ed.D)
EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION (M.A., Ed.S.)
General (M.A., Ed.S.)
Elementary School Administration (M.A., Ed.S.)
Higher Education Administration (M.A., Ed.S.)
Secondary School Administration (M.A., Ed.S.)
Special Education (Ed.S.)
EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH AND PSYCHOLOGY (M.A.)
General (M.A.)
Research (M.A.)
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING (B.S.E.E., M.S.)
(UMC program at UMKC (Coordinated Engineering Program))
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION (B.A.)
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• ENDODONTICS (Graduate Certificate)
• ENGLISH (B.A., M.A.)
Journalism and Creative Writing (B.A.)
Professional Writing (M.A.)
Secondary English Education (B.A.)
• ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES (B.A., B.S.)
Chemistry (B.S.)
Geosciences (B.S.)
• FRENCH (B.A.)
• GEOGRAPHY (B.A., B.S.)
• GEOLOGY (B.S.)
• GERMAN (B.A.)
• HISTORY (B.A., M.A.)
• INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (B.I.T.)
• INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES (B.A., B.S.)
• JUDAIC STUDIES (B.A.)
• LAW (J.D., LL.M.)
• LIBERAL ARTS (B.L.A.)
• MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS (B.A., B.S., M.A., M.S.)
• MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (B.S.M.E., M.S.)
(UMC program at UMKC (Coordinated Engineering Program))
• MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY (B.S.)
• MEDICINE (M.D.)
• MIDDLE SCHOOL EDUCATION (B.A.)
• MULTI-INTERDISCIPLINARY DOCTORAL STUDIES
(Ph.D.)
• MUSIC (B.A., M.A.)
Music Therapy (B.A., M.A.)
• MUSIC COMPOSITION (B.M., M.M., D.M.A.)
Music Arranging (B.M.)
• MUSIC EDUCATION (B.M.E., M.M.E.)
General (B.M.E., M.M.E.)
Choral (B.M.E., M.M.E )
Instrumental (B.M.E., M.M.E.)
Music Therapy (B.M.E.)
• MUSIC HISTORY AND LITERATURE (M.M.)
• MUSIC THEORY (B.M., M.M.)
• NURSING (B.S.N., M.S.N.,Ph.D.)
Health Care of Adults (M.S.N.)
Health Care of Children (M.S.N.)
Health Care of Women (M.S.N.)
Joplin Site Via Televideo (M.S.N.)
St. Joseph Site Via Televideo (M.S.N.)
UMKC/UM-ST.LOUIS COOPERATIVE PROGRAM (M.S.N.)
UMKC/UM-COLUMBIA/UM-ST. LOUIS COOPERATIVE
PROGRAM (Ph.D.)
• ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY (Graduate
Certificate)
• ORAL BIOLOGY (M.S.)
• ORTHODONTICS AND DENTOFACIAL ORTHOPEDICS
(Graduate Certificate)
• PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY (Graduate Certificate)
• PERFORMANCE (B.M., M.M., D.M.A.)
General (B.M., M.M., D.M.A.)
Accordion (B.M., M.M., D.M.A.)
Bassoon (B.M., M.M., D.M.A.)
Cello (B.M., M.M., D.M.A.)
Clarinet (B.M., M.M., D.M.A.)
Flute (B.M., M.M., D.M.A.)
Guitar (B.M., M.M., D.M.A.)
Harpsichord (B.M., M.M., D.M.A.)
Horn (B.M., M.M., D.M.A.)
Jazz and Studio Music (B.M.)
Oboe (B.M., M.M., D.M.A.)
Organ (B.M., M.M., D.M.A.)
Percussion (B.M., M.M., D.M.A.)
Piano (B.M., M.M., D.M.A.)
Piano Pedagogy (B.M.)
Saxophone (B.M., M.M., D.M.A.)
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Trombone (B.M., M.M., D.M.A.)
Trumpet (B.M., M.M., D.M.A.)
Tuba (B.M., M.M., D.M.A.)
Viola (B.M., M.M., D.M.A.)
Violin (B.M., M.M., D.M.A.)
Voice (B.M., M.M., D.M.A.)
Woodwinds (M.M.)
PERIODONTICS (Graduate Certificate)
PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCE (M.S.)
Pharmaceutical Chemistry (M.S.)
Pharmaceutics (M.S.)
Pharmacology (M.S.)
Toxicology (M.S.)
PHARMACY (Pharm.D.)
PHILOSOPHY (B.A.)
PHYSICAL EDUCATION (B.A.)
Teaching (B.A.)
Non-Teaching (B.A.)
PHYSICS (B.A.,B.S., M.S.)
POLITICAL SCIENCE (B.A., M.A.)
PROSTHODONTICS (Graduate Certificate)
Combined (Graduate Certificate)
Maxillofacial (Graduate Certificate)
PSYCHOLOGY (B.A., M.A., Ph.D.)
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION (M.P.A.)
Gerontology Administration (M.P.A.)
Health Services Administration (M.P.A.)
Human Resources Management (M.P.A.)
Nonprofit Management (M.P.A.)
Organizational Behavior (M.P.A.)
Urban Administration (M.P.A.)
READING EDUCATION (M.A., Ed.S.)
ROMANCE LANGUAGES AND LITERATURE (M.A.)
SECONDARY EDUCATION (B.A.)
General (B.A.)
Art (B.A.)
English (B.A.)
Foreign Languages (B.A.)
Mathematics (B.A.)
Music (B.A.)
Natural Science (B.A.)
Social Science (B.A.)
SOCIAL WORK (M.S.W.)
UMKC/UM-COLUMIA/UM-ST. LOUIS COOPERATIVE
PROGRAM (M.S.W.)
SOCIOLOGY (B.A., M.A.)
Anthropology (B.A.)
Deviant Behavior (B.A.)
Life Course (B.A.)
Urban Sociology (B.A.)
SPANISH (B.A.)
SPECIAL EDUCATION (M.A.)
General (M.A.)
Behavior Disorders (M.A.)
Learning Disabilities (M.A.)
STUDIO ART (B.A., M.A.)
Graphic Design/Photography (B.A.)
TAXATION (LL.M.)
THEATER (B.A., M.A.)
THEATER: ACTING AND DIRECTING (M.F.A.)
Acting (M.F.A.)
Directing (M.F.A.)
THEATER: DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY (M.F.A.)
Design (M.F.A.)
Technology (M.F.A.)
URBAN AFFAIRS (B.A./LL.M.)
URBAN ENVIRONMENTAL GEOLOGY (M.S.)
General Undergraduate Admissions Policies and Procedures
General Undergraduate
Admissions Policies and
Procedures
Office of Admissions
Administrative Center, Room 120
5115 Oak Street
(816) 235-1111
admit@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/admit
Melvin C. Tyler
Director of Admissions
Joan L. Belt
Assistant Director/Admissions
Jennifer DeHaemers
Assistant Director/Admissions
Doretta Sims Smith
Assistant Director/Admissions
Freshman Admission
Regular Admission from High School
Admission to UMKC is selective and is based on students’
probable success at the University. Admission is based on high
school curriculum and an ACT/class rank combination.
Students admitted to UMKC are expected to have followed a
college-preparatory curriculum that includes at least 17 units of
credit (with each unit equaling one year in class),as follows:
1. Required High School Units:
• Four units of English, one of which may be in
speech or debate (Two units emphasizing
composition or writing skills are required.)
• Four units of mathematics (Algebra I or higher.)
This requirement may be satisfied by the completion
of courses in middle school, junior high, or senior
high.
• Three units of science (not including General
Science.) The three units of science must include a
laboratory course and must include units from at
least two of the following areas: physical science,
biology, physics, chemistry and earth sciences. This
requirement may be satisfied by the completion of
courses in middle school, junior high, or senior high.
• Three units of social studies.
• One unit of fine arts, to be taken in visual arts, music
(e.g., band, orchestra, music appreciation, music
theory), dance, or theater.
• Two units of a single foreign language. This
requirement may be satisfied by completion of
courses in middle school, junior high or senior high.
2. Required ACT/Class Rank Combination
ACT Composite
SAT V & M
HSCRP
Standard Score Standard Score
94 and above
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800-830
86-93
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840-880
78-85
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890-920
69-77
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930-960
62-68
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970-1000
54-61
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1010-1040
48-53
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1050-1090
47 and below
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1100 or higher
3. Since fall 1997, UMKC has admitted students according
to the Missouri Coordinating Board for Higher
Education’s (CBHE) category of “selective institution.”
Selective institutions admit first-time, full-time
degree-seeking students and transfer students who have
completed 24 or fewer credit hours, who attain a
combined percentile score, resulting from the addition of
their high school percentile rank and the percentile rank
attained on a national normalized test, i.e. ACT or SAT,
which equals or exceeds 120 points. Students achieving a
score of 24 or better on the ACT College Entrance
Examination, or its equivalent on the SAT, are
automatically admitted to selective institutions.
4. The University seeks a heterogeneous body reflecting
diversity of race, ethnicity, age, geography (national and
international) and physical ability. Factors given prime
consideration for admission to undergraduate study are an
applicant’s previous academic success and the quality of
the record submitted. Applicants who do not meet the
criteria set forth in sections one and two may be
considered by applying to the director of admissions.
Additional factors considered for admission include:
• Extensive extracurricular activity involving school,
church or community.
• Outstanding talent and/or ability
• Number and scope of college preparatory courses.
• Evidence of marked improvement over time in the
applicant’s high school academic record.
• Significant work experience and/or family
responsibilities.
• Supporting evidence in the form of an essay attesting
to one or more of the above, written by the student.
5. Additional Requirements. Applicants for the
Conservatory of Music, Engineering Programs, combined
baccalaureate/M.D. and combined baccalaureate/D.D.S.
programs should consult the appropriate sections of the
catalog for additional requirements.
Special Admission Cases
Early Admission from High School
Superior high school students who have completed all of the
requirements for graduation from high school but who will not
receive a high school diploma until their class graduates will
be considered for admission based on the criteria under
“Regular Admission from High School” procedures
established for regular admission from high school. The
applicant’s high school principal or counselor must certify that
graduation requirements have been met and written parental
approval is required.
Dual High School-University Enrollment
Superior high school students may be admitted in a special
student category for the purpose of taking one or two
University courses concurrently with their final year or two of
high school.
Students must submit Visiting High School Student
applications that include high school recommendations.
Students are admitted on the basis of academic standards that
exceed those required for admission from high school.
Admissions are limited and governed by space available in and
prerequisites for the desired course or courses.
Trial Admission
Graduates of Missouri high schools who do not meet the
standards for regular admission from high school may, in some
cases, be admitted to the University on a conditional trial basis.
The student must earn a 2.0 grade-point average to be eligible
to enroll the following semester.
Students who do not meet the core requirements for
admission, in some cases, may also be admitted conditionally
once they provide evidence of enrollment in the coursework
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needed. Students can choose from several options during their
senior year in high school or the summer before their freshman
year to gain regular admission.
UMKC encourages students to choose one of the
following options to fulfill the core requirements:
• Take coursework in the required area at UMKC during the
summer prior to the fall semester of their freshman year.
• Enroll in college-level coursework in the required area at
an accredited community college or four year institution.
• Complete the required coursework through
correspondence or independent study.
Dual Credit Course Transferability
The University of Missouri assures the transfer of five courses
taken as dual credit in high school delivered by institutions that
are listed by the CBHE as being in compliance with the dual
credit policy. Dual credit courses are defined as courses taken
for both college and high school credit that were delivered in a
high school by a high school teacher. The transferability of
dual credit courses greater than five will be evaluated on a
course-by-course basis. There will be no limit on the number
of courses that are accepted in transfer. This is consistent with
the policy of the CBHE, stated in the Credit Transfer:
Guidelines for Student Transfer and Articulation Among
Missouri Colleges and Universities, for students who request
to transfer credit without completing a two-year degree or
being certified as completing a general education curriculum.
GED High School
Any individual may apply for admission on the basis of
passing the General Educational Development (GED) tests
after the individual’s high school class has graduated. Passing
scores must be achieved in each area of the GED. The student
also is required to present an ACT composite score of 24.
Applicants in this category are reviewed individually.
Special Admission from Accredited High Schools
Graduates of accredited high schools that do not provide class
rank are required to have a minimum ACT composite score of
24.
Application for Admission
Qualified students seeking admission to the University of
Missouri-Kansas City must submit the following:
1. Completed application (with nonrefundable $25
application fee).
2. High school transcripts with class rank (if applicant has
fewer than 24 transfer college hours).
3. Official transcripts from each previous institution
attended.
4. ACT score (if applicant has fewer than 24 transfer college
hours).
Note: Certain academic programs require additional
supporting documentation.
Transfer Admission
Students who have completed 24 or more semester hours of
college-level work are eligible for admission if they have
attained an overall grade-point average (GPA) of at least 2.0
(on a 4.0 scale) in all college-level courses attempted at
previous institutions. Note: Academic units may have more
stringent requirements. Please check the section of the catalog
that describes the degree you are seeking.
1. Regular Admission
Students transferring from other colleges or universities should
submit the following information to the Office of Admissions
at UMKC:
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• completed UMKC application (with $25 non-refundable
application fee).
• official transcripts from all colleges and universities
attended.
A transferring student who has completed fewer than 24 hours
of college-level coursework must apply under the procedures
for admission as a freshman and must have at least a 2.0
overall GPA in all college work attempted. These students
must submit the following information to the Office of
Admissions at UMKC:
• high school transcript with class rank and ACT score (if
less than 24 college credits).
• official transcript of all college courses completed and
courses in which student is currently enrolled.
2. Special Admission
Students from other colleges or universities of recognized
standing who do not have a 2.0 GPA, may be admitted upon
special petition to the Office of Admissions, provided the
admission is approved by the academic unit.
3. Transfer Within the University of Missouri System
For students transferring between campuses of the University
of Missouri System, the following University of Missouri
policy is applicable: “Any course that leads to an
undergraduate degree on any campus of the University of
Missouri shall be accepted in transfer toward the same degree
on each campus of the University offering said degree.”
For each student of the University, there will be calculated
two cumulative grade-point averages. One is the campus GPA
that will be calculated by procedures defined at the campus.
The second is the University of Missouri GPA, which will
include all grades and credits attempted at any University of
Missouri campus, including all grades, credits and points for
any courses that are repeated.
Any student attempting to transfer between University of
Missouri campuses to UMKC should be aware that their
cumulative University of Missouri GPA will be used to
determine their admissibility.
4. Transfer of College Credit from Other Colleges and
Universities
Please refer to the General Undergraduate Academic
Regulations and Information section of the catalog. Students
who have completed an associate of arts (A.A.) degree from a
Missouri college oriented toward a baccalaureate degree and
have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale) are admissible to
the University, but not necessarily to specific programs. For the
additional admission requirements of specific degree programs,
refer to the appropriate sections of the catalog.
An associate of science (A.S.) degree is a specialized
degree and students should consult the specific degree program
in which they are interested or the Office of Admissions to
determine their admissibility and the transfer of credit.
Midwest Student Exchange Program
The Midwest Student Exchange Program (MSEP) is an
interstate initiative established by the Midwestern Higher
Education Commission to increase educational opportunities
for students in its member states. This program enables
residents of Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri and
Nebraska to enroll in designated institutions and selected
programs at reduced tuition levels outside of their home state.
Former Student Readmission
General
Former students who have not attended another institution
since leaving UMKC and who were in good academic standing
General Undergraduate Admissions Policies and Procedures
at the time they left, may be eligible to return to UMKC by
completing a Request to Re-Enroll Form. Students should
contact the Office of Admissions at (816) 235-1111 to
determine if they may re-enter without reapplication and to
obtain the appropriate form.
Other former students who wish to return to UMKC must
apply for readmission. In general, the current policies for
admission from other colleges and universities as outlined
above apply to the readmission of students who formerly
attended the University of Kansas City or UMKC.
Academic Amnesty Policy and Procedures
See Appendices section of this catalog.
Applicability of Previous Catalogs
Current admission requirements as outlined previously will
apply to applicants for readmission. Fulfillment of the general
degree requirements in effect at the time of original admission
may be selected by readmitted undergraduate students instead
of current ones, provided not more than one calendar year plus
one term has elapsed since the last enrollment at UMKC and
that they have not interrupted UMKC work by completing 12
or more semester hours at another college or university.
Visiting and Community Student Admission
Students from other institutions who wish to attend UMKC in
order to transfer courses back to their home institutions may be
admitted as Visiting Students for a term. Students are
encouraged to check with officials at their home institution to
guarantee that UMKC courses are transferable and fulfill their
program’s degree requirements.
Students who are members of the community and who do
not wish to earn a degree at UMKC, but are not currently
seeking a degree at another institution, may apply as
Community Students.
Students may obtain a Visiting/Community Student
Application from the Office of Admissions. Not all academic
programs are open to visiting/community students. Some
academic units require that the non-degree seeking student be
certified by their home institution as a student in good
standing. Please consult the Application for Admission for
specific program and course eligibility.
Policy on Admission Credentials
All credentials submitted in support of the application for
admission become the property of the University of
Missouri-Kansas City.
Timing of Applications
The Office of Admissions will begin accepting admission
applications September 1 of the year preceding the fall
semester for which the student is applying. High school
seniors will be evaluated on the basis of six or more completed
semesters of high school work
Preference Timings for Applications
The preference timings for admission application from high
school are as follows:
Fall semester:
April 1
Winter semester: November 1
Summer session: May 1
However, applicants are urged to apply well before the above
dates. To be considered for scholarships, students should apply
by March 1. Some academic units have earlier deadlines.
Refer to those sections of the catalog.
Policies on Regular Admission Dentistry
Applicants to the Six-Year Baccalaureate/D.D.S. Program are
evaluated on the basis of three general categories of
information:
1. High school academic record, including coursework
taken, level of achievement in these courses, rank in
graduating class, and scores on national scholastic
aptitude tests.
2. High school non-academic records (breadth and depth of
participation in extracurricular and community activities).
3. Personal characteristics (general knowledge, motivation
for a career in dentistry, integrity, etc.) as gathered
through an interview. The University extends a written
invitation for personal interviews to candidates meeting
minimum criteria. A board of selection considers these
individuals and selects 20-25 candidates for admission to
each class. Application deadline is January 1. Applicants
are notified of the board’s decisions after April 1. (See the
School of Dentistry section for complete details.)
Policies on Regular Admission Medicine
General
The School of Medicine’s Council on Selection carefully
reviews applicants to the six-year combined
baccalaureate/M.D. program. Academic potential, as
evidenced by the quality of high school courses, rank in class
and admission test scores, and personal qualities such as
leadership in school or community, stamina, reliability,
motivation for medicine and range of interests, are considered.
Applicants who appear to be well qualified are invited to the
UMKC campus for interviews. If invited, the applicants are
notified in writing and required to be present at the scheduled
date and time of the interviews. Residency in Missouri will be
considered before all other factors in selecting students for this
program. (See the School of Medicine section of the catalog
for complete details.)
Admissions Test - Medical Program
The American College Testing Program, called the ACT,
examination is required for all in-state applicants. The
Scholastic Aptitude Test, called the SAT, is accepted for
out-of-state applicants in some instances.
Deadline for Application - Medical Program
The deadline for application for Year 1 is Nov. 15 of the year
preceding the one for which the student is applying. By this
date, a completed application form must be received, and all
other required credentials, application supplements, test scores,
references and six-semester high school transcript should be in
process and sent as soon as possible. The earliest date for
applying is Aug. 1 of the year preceding entry.
Other Requirements - Medical Program
An advance deposit of $100 is required on acceptance.
Policies on Admission of
International Students
General Admission Policies
International students are expected to meet the requirements
for admission from secondary schools or from other colleges
and universities as outlined below.
Students from secondary schools are expected to have a
satisfactory secondary school record of a “B” grade or
equivalent and satisfactory scores on the Test of English as a
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Foreign Language, known as TOEFL, as well as a written
statement of purpose.
International transfer students from other colleges or
universities of recognized standing must have above-average
grades in all previous college study. Only credit appropriate to
the curricula at this institution will be accepted toward a
degree. Students transferring from other institutions in the
United States must submit the Supplemental Information Form
or other evidence of release from the previous program by their
former foreign-student advisers and the equivalent of one
semester’s work at those institutions before admission will be
granted to UMKC.
Policies on admission from other colleges and universities
as stated elsewhere will be applied. A $25 application fee for
new/renewal applicants is required. The application fees are
non-refundable.
Deadline for Application for Admission - International
All international students should apply for admission (this
includes taking all necessary tests, medical shots, and filling all
required application forms and academic records) by the
following general deadlines:
Fall semester:
June 1*
Winter semester: October 1*
Summer session: March 1*
*For applicant, for assistantships, scholarships, etc., Feb. 1.
Several academic units have different deadlines as outlined in
the current admission application materials.
The University of Missouri-Kansas City reserves the right
to consider applicants for the most appropriate semester.
Required Academic Records - International
Students must provide complete and official certificates of all
degrees, diplomas, mark sheets, grade reports and examination
records. All materials must be in English. Secondary-school
records must be submitted as well as college/university
transcripts or credentials.
English Proficiency Requirement
International students are required to establish proof of
adequate English proficiency as part of the UMKC admission
process.
Applicants from countries in which English is not the
native language (or if it is one of the official languages but is
not necessarily the first language of the majority of the
population) are required to present satisfactory Test of English
as Foreign Language scores to satisfy this requirement. The
minimum score is 500.
Exceptions to this policy:
1. Non-native speakers from post-secondary institutions in
English-speaking countries (e.g. the United States,
Canada, England, the Republic of Ireland, Australia, and
New Zealand) provided they have spent a minimum of
two years in successful full-time study, and English was
the medium of instruction.
2. Permanent residents who have resided in the United
States for two or more years.
Other Admission Policies - International
Extended Offer of Admission
An offer of admission, granted on a regular basis for a given
term, may be extended for up to one calendar year from the
term first granted. However, if the applicant attends another
college or university after the original offer of admission, a
new application must be made and official transcripts of the
additional work must be furnished.
Applicants must request such an extended offer and for a
specific term by contacting the International Student Affairs
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Office. This request should be made in writing well in advance
of the term desired. Individual financial support documentation
must be renewed annually.
Provisional Admission - International
The International Student Affairs Office is authorized by
certain academic units to admit on a provisional admission
basis when certain applicants have not been enrolled at UMKC
before. This category of admission is designed for use just
before a given term pending receipt of credentials and the
determination of eligibility for regular admission.
Post-Bachelor’s Classification-International
Undergraduate Credit Only
If international students do not want to work toward an
advanced degree or are ineligible for graduate-level credit, they
may be considered for admission as bachelor’s degree students
if they file credentials with the International Student Affairs
Office that indicate an undergraduate degree has been earned
from an accredited institution. Students may take
undergraduate-level courses numbered 300 or 400 for
undergraduate credit while in that status, but they may not
enroll in courses numbered 500 or higher. In general, the
previously outlined policies for admission of transfer students
are applicable.
Exceptions - International
Exceptions to admission policies must be approved by the
appropriate authority in the college or school to which the
students are applying. The International Student Affairs Office
should be contacted regarding forms and procedures.
Registration with International Student Adviser
Admitted international students must clear their attendance and
register at the Office of the International Student Adviser prior
to their first registration at UMKC. Once admitted,
international students must show proper and regular progress
toward their degrees.
Health Insurance
At each registration session at UMKC, international students
must present health insurance containing repatriation and
medical evacuation. Effective fall 1998, international students
will be required to purchase exclusive, mandatory UMKC
health insurance.
English Proficiency Evaluation
All international students subject to the TOEFL requirement
are required to be evaluated (unless they have scored 600 or
higher) by the Applied Language staff at UMKC regarding the
level of their English proficiency. If any weakness in that level
of proficiency is revealed, appropriate coursework will be
required to assure that the student’s success is not jeopardized.
Undergraduate Academic Regulations and Information
General Undergraduate
Academic Regulations and
Information
Registration and Records
Administrative Center
5115 Oak, Room 115
(816) 235-1125: Registration
(816) 235-1121: Records
(816) 444-8008: Touchtone Registration
Fax: (816) 235-5513
registrar@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/registrar
Wilson Berry
Registrar
Timothy E. Sullivan
Assistant Registrar
Cynthia Olson
Assistant Registrar
In This Section
• Registration and Records
• Academic Calendar/Semester Hours
• Transfer and External Sources of Credit
– Transferring to UMKC
– Transferring Within the University of Missouri
System
– Transferring from a Community or Junior College
– Transferring to Another Institution of Higher
Education
– Credit for Military Service
– Correspondence and Extension Credit
– Concurrent Enrollment
– Credit by Examination
• Registration
– General Requirement
– Immunization Policy
– Classification of Students
– Course Numbering
– Advising System
– Declaration of Degree Program/Intra-Campus
Transfer
– Double Major/Double Degree
– Changes in Degree Program Requirements
– Changes of Enrollment
– Grading Options and Auditing Courses
– Academic Loads, Full/Part Time Status
• Grading
– Grading Systems
– Grade-Point Average
– Grade Reports
– Incomplete Grades
– Repeated Courses
– Eligibility for Co-curricular Activities
– Academic Honesty
– Academic Honors
• Academic Actions
– Academic Probation and Ineligibility
– Petitions for Exception to Normal Academic Policy
– Academic Amnesty
• General Graduation Requirements
– Minimum Hours
– Assessment Requirements
– Written English Proficiency Test (WEPT)
– Junior-Senior Hours
– Residence Requirements
– General Course Requirements
– Application for Graduation
– Time Limit on Degree Credit
• Transcripts
• Student Records
• Study Abroad
Registration and Records
The Office of Registration and Records creates, maintains and
reports student records. Additional responsibilities of this
office include scheduling of classrooms, certifying student
enrollment status, evaluating domestic transfer work, and
reporting enrollment statistics to state and federal agencies.
The Office of Registration and Records, in cooperation with the
academic units on campus, also assumes the responsibility for
monitoring and enforcing academic policies and regulations.
This section contains information on the general
University of Missouri-Kansas City academic policies that
apply to all undergraduate students. The faculties of the
academic units may have more specific rules and requirements
for students enrolled in their programs. Students enrolled in a
particular program of study will be expected to abide by the
policies and decisions of the academic unit.
Academic Calendar/Semester Hours
The University operates on the semester system, with the
academic year divided into the fall (August to December) and
winter (January to May) semesters. Summer terms vary in
length and run concurrently. Courses are also offered during
the interim periods between terms, in January, June and
August.
The unit of credit is the semester hour, which represents a
subject pursued one period weekly for one semester of
approximately 16 weeks or for a total of approximately 16
periods for one term of any length. Normally, the lecture or
recitation period is fifty minutes long and the laboratory/studio
period one hour and fifty minutes. A year’s work commonly
consists of 30 semester hours, with the typical class carrying
three semester hours of credit.
Transfer and External Sources of
Credit
Transferring to UMKC
Transfer students should refer to the policies and procedures
outlined in the Undergraduate Admissions section of the
catalog when seeking admission to the University. The
University of Missouri-Kansas City accepts credit in transfer
from accredited institutions of recognized standing, both
public and private. UMKC also awards credit through
examination programs as described in the Credit by
Examination section of the catalog.
The Registrar’s Office applies established guidelines and
precedents in determining transfer course equivalencies and
applicability, as listed below. A student’s academic unit is
responsible for all final decisions on the applicability of
transfer coursework, and must review and approve any
exceptions that may be made for an individual student.
Transfer credit is evaluated according to the following
general guidelines:
• All college coursework attempted will be recorded on the
UMKC transcript, regardless of whether or not it is
applicable to a degree. Credit accepted from another
institution may or may not be applicable to specific
degree programs. The University reserves the right to
make the decision regarding applicability.
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• Courses that are remedial, preparatory or
non-college-level will not be added to the total hours or
used to satisfy degree requirements. The Registrar’s
Office will refer to the transcript key or catalog of the
sending institution in making a determination as to the
level or purpose of the course in question.
• Transferred courses will be considered upper-division
(junior-senior level) and count toward the total number of
upper-division hours required if they are earned at a
four-year institution and designated by that institution’s
course numbering system as upper division courses.
• A transferred course will retain the original number of
credit hours for which it was taken at the previous
institution, even if the equivalent UMKC course is worth
a different number of hours.
• Courses transferred from institutions which award quarter
hours will be converted into semester hours at the rate of
1 quarter hour = 2/3 semester hour.
• In general, courses with a grade of “D” or higher will
receive full credit in transfer. For some degree programs,
a course with a grade of “D” may not be used to satisfy
specific requirements. A transfer student would be
required to repeat a specified course on the same basis as
a “native” UMKC student who earned a “D” in the
equivalent course.
• Coursework of any age will be accepted in transfer to
satisfy general education requirements and electives. If
transfer credit is more than 15 years old, or of a specific
technical or scientific nature, students may be asked to
repeat courses that are part of a major or field
concentration. Individual UMKC academic units may
impose more restrictive coursework age requirements.
• Non-University of Missouri System grades and grade
points do not transfer, although the grades earned in
transfer courses are printed on the transcript. An
admission grade-point average that considers all
attempted coursework is computed at the time of
application, and an overall GPA will be computed at any
time a student applies for admission to a more selective
program within the university. The UMKC transcript
reflects the total number of accepted hours earned from all
sources, but only calculates the UMKC/UM grade-point
average.
Transferring Within the University of
Missouri System
University of Missouri Policy states that “Any course that
leads to an undergraduate degree on any campus of the
University of Missouri shall be accepted in transfer toward the
same degree on each campus of the University offering said
degree.” Students transferring within the UM system are still
required to satisfy the course and residency requirements of the
campus from which they wish to graduate. Grades, including
D and F grades, and grade points earned will also transfer and
be included in the cumulative UM grade-point average.
Transferring from a Community or Junior
College
The University of Missouri-Kansas City abides by the
Coordinating Board of Higher Education (CBHE) articulation
agreement between Missouri public institutions. The
agreement with CBHE states that students who have earned an
associate of arts degree from a Missouri institution that
requires, at minimum, the general education core outlined by
the CBHE, and a 2.0 grade-point average, will be admitted
with junior standing and considered to have completed the
lower division general education requirements. This does not
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exempt the student from meeting the requirement for foreign
language or any specialized lower division degree requirements
specified by the academic unit. Certain programs within the
university require a higher grade-point average and/or specific
prerequisite courses to be completed before admission.
Courses taken at a community or junior college not
culminating in an associate degree, and courses/degrees
transferred from an institution outside the state of Missouri
will be evaluated for applicability to any particular degree
program on a course-by-course basis.
Regardless of the number of hours transferred from a
community or junior college, a minimum of 60 hours must be
earned from an accredited four-year institution, and at least the
final 30 hours must be earned at UMKC.
Students who have earned a recent Missouri A.A. degree
and entered UMKC in Fall 1998 or later will not be limited to
60 hours of transfer credit, provided they have not been out of
school more than 3 semesters nor attended other institutions
since receiving the A.A. degree.
Transferring to Another Institution of Higher
Education
The Registrar’s Office acts as the transfer coordinator office for
UMKC to help students contact other institutions.
Most institutions welcome transfer students. However,
students should be aware that actual requirements for degrees
vary from institution to institution. As early in their academic
careers as possible, students who plan to transfer should
contact the campus from which they eventually want to
graduate. Problems can be minimized by arranging in advance
for appropriate courses to be taken prior to transfer.
Credit for Military Service
Students who have served in the armed forces may be eligible
to receive college credit for courses completed through the
military or occupational specialty training. The American
Council of Education recommendations in A Guide to the
Evaluation of Educational Experiences in the Armed Services
generally serve as a basis for granting such credit. To count
toward a degree, the credit recommended must be appropriate
to the student’s curriculum. UMKC does not grant credit for
basic training or for courses that are strictly military in content.
Correspondence and Extension Credit
Provided the work parallels UMKC’s offerings, a maximum of
12 semester hours of correspondence or extension work from
an accredited institution will be accepted in transfer. Up to 30
hours of such credit may be allowed if it is earned within the
University of Missouri system, subject to approval by the
student’s academic unit.
Concurrent Enrollment
Students may earn degree credit at another college or university
at the same time as earning degree credit at UMKC only with
the prior approval of the UMKC academic unit involved.
Credit by Examination
UMKC offers superior students options to enhance or
accelerate their academic programs through credit by
examination. Students may earn college credit by
demonstrating sufficient knowledge or proficiency in a certain
area. The Registrar’s Office can provide more detailed
information regarding the specific exams accepted and scores
required. Students may earn up to 30 semester hours of credit
through the following options:
• Advanced Placement Exams, taken during the student’s
senior year in high school, may count for credit if the
scores are acceptable. (Note: UMKC awards credit for
specific scores on certain Advanced Placement exams,
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administered by the College Entrance Exam Board, not
simply for enrollment in advanced placement courses at
the high school level. Credit cannot be determined from
high school or previous college transcripts.)
• International Baccalaureate Examinations are tests taken
as the culmination of a special high school study program.
Several of the Higher Level exams count for credit if the
score earned is a 5 or higher.
• Credit by Departmental Examination may be earned if a
student has previous knowledge or proficiency in an area
of study and arranges to take a departmentally
administered examination. The department involved must
be willing to offer a test that measures the same level of
proficiency as is required to earn credit for enrollment in
the course. Frequently this is the final exam for the
course. Before taking a departmental examination,
students must register in the UMKC Registration and
Records office and obtain an Advanced Placement (Credit
by Examination) Form. The charge for attempting credit
by departmental exam is equal to one credit hour at the
student’s current fee payment level.
Eligibility for credit by departmental examination requires:
• Enrollment as a degree-seeking student at UMKC in the
semester in which they wish to take the examination.
• Taking the departmental examination by the end of that
same term.
• Must not have audited or attempted the course for credit
in the last three terms.
• At least a C grade on the exam.
If any of these qualifications are not met, a No Credit will be
posted on the academic record.
The College Level Examination Program (CLEP)
examinations are acceptable for credit in certain areas of study.
UMKC accepts only the CLEP Subject Exams (Note: Not all
subjects are accepted. Contact the Registrar’s Office for a list
of acceptable tests and scores). Credit is not given for any of
the five CLEP General Exams. No CLEP Subject Exam may
be taken in the final 30 hours of coursework leading to a
degree.
Registration
General Requirement
All students must register officially during the registration
period announced in the class schedule issued in advance of
each term. Only students officially enrolled (which includes
the payment of fees) will receive academic credit and be
allowed to attend classes.
A class schedule is published prior to each semester or
term. This publication lists the courses offered that semester,
meeting times and locations. The University reserves the right
to cancel without notice any course listed in the schedule for
any semester, or to withdraw any course that does not have
adequate enrollment at the close of the registration period. The
academic calendar is included in the Appendices section of this
catalog.
Immunization Policy
To adequately protect its students at-risk from communicable
diseases, UMKC requires a variety of immunizations for
students identified as high-risk (i.e., residence hall students,
international students and those enrolled in the schools of
medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and nursing). These students
will be notified by the appropriate campus office of specific
immunization requirements pertaining to them.
Exemptions from immunizations are permitted for health
and religious reasons. Students who exempt themselves from
immunization for either reason must sign a University of
Missouri exemption form (parents must sign for students under
age 18). For medical exemptions, the form must be completed
by a physician. The form should be presented instead of actual
immunization records to the office making the request. The
records will be kept in the appropriate office with actual
immunization records.
UMKC strongly encourages all its students to review and
update their immunization records, particularly for measles.
The American College Health Association recommends all
college students born after 1956 have two doses of the measles
vaccine. All UMKC students are encouraged to file a
health-care provider-signed documentation of immunization
with the Registrar’s Office.
In the event of a measles outbreak, students who don’t
have documentation on file may be asked to leave campus.
Classification of Students
Students are classified by the number of semester hours
completed at the beginning of each semester. The following
system is used in determining students’ classifications in the
College of Arts and Sciences, the School of Biological
Sciences, the Henry W. Bloch School of Business and Public
Administration, the Computer Science Telecommunications
Program, the Conservatory of Music, the School of Education,
the Engineering Program and the School of Nursing:
Freshman:
Less than 30 semester hours of academic credit.
Sophomore:
Less than 60 semester hours, but at least 30 hours of
academic credit.
Junior:
Less than 90 semester hours, but at least 60 hours of
academic credit.
Senior:
90 or more semester hours of academic credit and
students who have earned a bachelor’s degree and are
enrolled for undergraduate credit.
Course Numbering
Courses are numbered according to the following plan:
100-299
Lower-Division Courses
300-499
Upper-Division Courses
(some may be taken for graduate credit)
500-699
Graduate-Level Courses
Dentistry:
300-499
300-699
500-599
700-799
Engineering:
0-199
200-399
400
Undergraduate Dental Hygiene Courses
First Professional Courses
Graduate Dental Hygiene Courses
Graduate/Advanced Education Courses
Lower-Division Courses
Upper-Division Courses
(Graduate students may take 300-level courses)
Graduate Only
Law:
500-899
Medicine:
100-699
Advising System
Students are expected to take the initiative in seeking academic
advice and counsel. The appropriate college or school section
of the catalog, or the appropriate dean’s office, should be
consulted regarding the academic advising system in the
college or school.
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Undergraduate Academic Regulations and Information
Declaration of Degree
Program/Intra-Campus Transfer
Following the completion of 60 semester hours of acceptable
college work, students must make a formal declaration of
degree program. Students may secure a Declaration of Major
form from the UMKC Records Office and obtain signatures
from the designated dean’s representative. Students who want
to change an officially declared degree program must repeat
the declaration process.
Baccalaureate degree-seeking students at UMKC must
fulfill the specific requirements for a degree program as
outlined in the appropriate catalog section. Regardless of the
number of hours transferred, a minimum of 12 hours in the
major field of study must be earned in residence at UMKC.
Check with an academic adviser for information on the number
of departmental residence hours required for a specific degree
program.
Double Major/Double Degree
A double major may be earned when a student completes two
full majors, generally within the 120 hours required for a
single degree. The specific major requirements of each major
must be fulfilled. The diploma will indicate both majors. If the
two degree programs are administered by different academic
units, the major requirements of both academic units, as well
as the general education requirements, must be fulfilled, as
specified by the department or academic unit responsible for
the primary degree. The double major is only available in
B.A./B.A. or B.S./B.S. combinations.
A double degree may be earned when a student completes
a minimum of 150 hours, completing the general education
and major requirements for each of two majors. Students who
earn a double degree will receive two diplomas simultaneously.
If the two degree programs are administered by different
academic units, the general degree requirements and major
requirements of both academic units must be completed.
The B.A./M.D. and B.A./D.D.S. dual degree programs
have different requirements and are subject to separate
regulations. See the School of Medicine and the School of
Dentistry sections of the catalog.
Changes in Degree Program Requirements
The University of Missouri reserves the right at all times to
discontinue, modify or otherwise change its degree programs
when it determines it is in the best interest of the University.
Students have the following options:
1. Students who enter UMKC as first-time freshmen or
transfer student may fulfill the degree requirements in
effect at the time of their original admission to their
degree program, provided there has not been a lapse in
attendance at UMKC of more than one consecutive
calendar year plus one term.
2. Students accepted into any UMKC two-plus-two program
(between UMKC and a community college) may fulfill
the degree requirements in effect at the time of their
original admission to the community college, provided no
more than two years have elapsed since that original
admission and students have been in continuous
enrollment.
3. Any student may fulfill degree requirements in effect at
the start of their senior year, provided that they have not
had a lapse in attendance during the senior year at UMKC
of more than one consecutive calendar year plus one term.
Changes of Enrollment
All changes in enrollment must be completed with the UMKC
Registrar’s Office.
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Additions
Students who want to add a class to their official term
registration may do so at any time through the first week of
classes. Those students who are not authorized to self advise
must have the approval of the academic unit. (See the
appropriate Schedule of Classes/Registration Guide for
advising requirements.)
Withdrawals
Students may withdraw from a course at any time between
initial registration and the end of the 12th week of classes (fall
and winter semesters). Students who are not authorized to self
advise must have the approval of the academic unit. (See the
class schedule for advising requirements.) After the eighth
week, undergraduate students will be assessed academically
and, if they are failing at the time of withdrawal, they will be
given a grade of WF (withdrawn failing). A WF is calculated
in the grade-point average the same as a grade of F.
Withdrawals from School
Students who withdraw from the University by dropping all
hours during any given semester and who are receiving
financial aid must have an exit interview with the Student Loan
and Accounting Office before withdrawal can be completed.
Students must officially withdraw through the Registrar’s
Office. Failure to pay fees, failure to receive or refuse financial
aid, giving notice to an instructor, or failure to attend class does
not constitute an official withdrawal from the University of
Missouri-Kansas City.
Approval of Program
Approval by the dean or designated representative of course
schedule changes during advisement and registration does not
relieve students of the responsibility for satisfying all the
degree requirements of UMKC.
Attendance
During their freshman year, students must attend class
regularly. Attendance in the later years is left to the discretion
of the individual instructor. Students, however, must give
evidence to their instructors that their non-attendance is not
detrimental to the progress of the majority of the class
members. An instructor may recommend at any time removal
of those students who, for any reason, have shown themselves
to be a hindrance to the work of other members of the class.
Students are responsible for familiarizing themselves with all
course requirements and assignments.
Absences due to illness may be reported to the academic
unit if the absence is of extended length, or if the instructor
requires a statement from the academic unit. Any notice sent to
instructors is for the purpose of information only and does not
relieve students of any responsibility for completing work
missed during the absence.
Cancellation of Enrollment for Financial
Delinquency
If students have failed to fulfill any financial obligations with
the University, they may be removed from all coursework and
not permitted to be reinstated during that term.
Grading Options and Auditing
Courses
Auditing a Course
Students must obtain the consent of an instructor to audit a
course. Courses that ordinarily may not be audited are studio
courses in art, performance courses in the Department of
Communication Studies and laboratory courses in the sciences.
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A student registered in a course for audit is expected to
attend class. A student who is auditing a class may be
administratively withdrawn from a course when, in the
judgment of the instructor and on approval by the dean, the
attendance record justifies such action.
Change from Audit to Credit
Students may change course status from audit to credit during
the first week of the term, provided they have approval of the
faculty and academic unit. This change must be initiated in the
advising office of the appropriate academic unit and must be
completed in the UMKC Registration Office.
Change from Credit to Audit
Students may change their status in a course from credit to
audit any time prior to the end of the fourth week of any fall
and winter semester, or prior to the end of the second week of
any summer session. This change must be initiated in the
advising office and must be completed in the UMKC
Registration Office.
Credit/No Credit Option
Sophomores, juniors and seniors in good standing may elect to
take one course per semester on a credit/no credit basis,
designated as CR/NC. The credit/no credit option may not be
used for courses in the major nor the minor, or for courses
taken to fulfill the general degree requirements. Students may
not elect this option when they are repeating a course.
The credit/no credit option must be elected at the time of
initial registration for a term and cannot be changed
subsequently. A grade of C- or better must be earned to earn
credit; D and F grades receive no credit. Grades of CR or NC
do not earn grade points, and they do not affect the grade-point
average. Courses elected on this option are subject to regular
academic regulations, including course load, withdrawal, etc.
The credit/no credit option is not available for students
pursuing a bachelor of liberal arts degree.
Academic Loads, Full- and Part-time
Status
Normal Academic Load
A normal academic load for undergraduate students is 15
semester hours. For summer sessions, the normal load is eight
semester hours.
Full-time Load
Undergraduate students enrolled in 12 or more semester hours
of coursework are considered full-time students. For summer
sessions, six or more hours constitute full-time enrollment.
The designation of full time is for academic purposes only and
does not apply to assessment of fees.
Overloads
Undergraduate registration in more than 17 semester hours
must be approved by the academic unit. For summer sessions,
approval is required for programs of nine or more semester
hours.
Letter
Grade
A
AB+
B
BC+
C
CD+
D
Description
The highest grade
Work of distinction
Average work
Passing, but
unsatisfactory
Points per
Semester Hour
4.0
3.7
3.3
3.0
2.7
2.3
2.0
1.7
1.3
1.0
DF
0.7
Failure without
0.0
credit
NR
Not Reported
0.0
WF
Withdrew failing
0.0
W
Withdrew; no
academic assessment
I
Incomplete
AT
Audit
CR
Credit only
NC
No Credit
P
Passing
S
Satisfactory
In terms prior to and including 1985, any of the above grades
might be preceded by an R indicating a repeated course. These
grades are not included in either total hours or the grade-point
average. (Examples: RC, RD, RF.) Since 1985, all grades,
including those in repeated courses, are included in the
grade-point calculation. For the 1993 fall semester, UMKC
began using the “Plus/Minus” grading system for grades A, B,
C, and D. The grade of “A+” is valid only for students in the
School of Law.
Grade-Point Average
The following minimum grade-point average policy applies to
all undergraduate students:
• Students must maintain a 2.0 grade-point average in their
coursework at the University of Missouri.
• Academic units may impose additional grade-point
requirements.
• In general, the UM GPA is calculated by dividing the total
grade points earned in courses on any UM campus by the
total number of graded semester hours attempted. If a
course attempted within UM is repeated, the previous
hours and grade point remain in students’ grade-point
averages. Courses taken credit/no credit, courses earning
grades of S, P, I or AT, and courses transferred from
non-University of Missouri institutions are not included in
the UM grade-point calculations.
Grade Reports
Grade reports are made available to students after the end of
each term.
Restricted Loads
Incomplete Grades
Limitations on the size of academic load for which students
register may be imposed by the dean or faculty adviser.
Students on probation generally are required to restrict their
academic programs to a minimal full-time load until they have
returned to good standing.
An instructor may assign the grade of I (incomplete) to
students who have been unable to complete the work of the
course because of illness or serious reasons beyond their
control. An incomplete grade is appropriate only when enough
work in the course has been completed for students to finish
the remaining work without re-enrolling in the course or
attending additional classes. The work must be completed
within one calendar year or the incomplete grade will
automatically lapse to an F.
Grading
Grading Systems
The following is the grading and grade-point system at UMKC:
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Repeated Courses
When students repeat courses, the hours and grades for the first
attempt remain in their grade-point average calculations. After
graduation, if a student repeats a course that was part of a
degree earned at UMKC, it will not affect the GPA as of the
date of graduation. The appropriate school or College section
of the catalog should be consulted on the specific rules for
course repeats.
Eligibility for Co-curricular Activities
Students in good standing at the University may participate in
any co-curricular activity offered by the University. For
co-curricular participation, good standing is defined as current
credit enrollment in the University and not on academic
probation. Individual student organizations (such as the
Student Government Association) or any state, regional or
national organization to which a student organization belongs
(such as a national social fraternity) may impose additional
eligibility requirements that would be binding on student
participants and/or organizations. These requirements must be
in accord with the University’s equal opportunity guidelines
and must be nondiscriminatory with respect to race, creed,
color, sex, age, national origin, handicap or Vietnam veterans’
status (unless specifically exempted by law). The faculties of
individual academic units may impose special restrictions for
students applying for readmission.
Student government officers and representatives must be
currently enrolled, have accumulated 12 hours of credit and
maintained a minimum 2.0 GPA at UMKC before filing for
office. Officers of social and special-interest groups must be
enrolled for credit at UMKC and must maintain a 2.0
minimum GPA during their terms of office.
Academic Honesty
The Board of Curators of the University of Missouri
recognizes that academic honesty is essential for the
intellectual life of the University. Faculty members have a
special obligation to expect high standards of academic
honesty in all student work. Students have a special obligation
to adhere to such standards. Academic dishonesty, including
cheating, plagiarism or sabotage, is adjudicated through the
“University of Missouri Student Conduct Code and Rules of
Procedures in Student Conduct Matters.”
See the Appendices section of the catalog for a complete
reading of these regulations. There are also academic honor
codes in the schools of pharmacy, dentistry, medicine and law.
Academic Honors
The Honors Program
The Honors Program admits undergraduates from the College
of Arts and Sciences, the Conservatory of Music, the School of
Education, and the Henry W. Bloch School of Business and
Public Administration. Freshmen are invited to join the
program if they are in the top 10 percent of their high school
graduating class and rank in the top 10 percent on the ACT. In
addition, those who complete the freshman and sophomore
years with a cumulative average of 3.7 or above also are invited
to join, as are transfer students who have a 3.7 GPA or who are
enrolled in an Honors Program in another university.
The Honors Program has special advising and several
types of classes. All are small and have more reading, writing
and discussion than regular classes. There is a Senior Thesis
option that allows students to do a major project in their senior
year. The people in the program know each other and are part
of a community where they can work together and learn from
each other. Honors students have created an Undergraduate
Honors Club, which publishes a journal and engages in a wide
variety of special activities.
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Students who successfully complete the Honors program
graduate with Honors or as Honors College Scholars.
The Dean’s List
At the end of each semester the names of full-time
undergraduate students ranking in the upper 10-percent of their
class for that term are announced and published on the
permanent roll known as the dean’s list. Students must
complete a minimum full-time program of 12 graded hours to
qualify for the dean’s list. The credit/no credit option may not
be used as part of the 12 graded hours. The permanent
academic records for qualifying students are annotated to
reflect this distinction. Grade reports indicate students who are
candidates for the dean’s list.
Graduating With Distinction
Students ranking in the upper 10 percent of their graduating
class and meeting the academic standards prescribed by the
faculty will graduate “with distinction.”
Academic Actions
Academic Probation and Ineligibility
Undergraduate degree-seeking students’ academic status is
assessed at the end of every term, whether the student is
full-time or part-time for that term. A summer session is
considered the same as a semester for the purpose of the
following regulations:
1. In general, students will be placed on academic probation
whenever their official UM grade-point average falls
below 2.0 (C average). Some academic units may have a
higher grade-point average requirement. First time
college freshman admitted to UMKC on the basis of high
school records, who have grade-point averages between
1.50 and 1.99 at the end of the first semester of either fullor part-time study will be placed on academic warning.
Students on academic warning must achieve an overall
2.0 average by the end of their second semester or be
placed on regular probation. After that, they would be
subject to the regular probation requirements.
2. Students on academic probation will be restored to good
standing whenever the UM grade-point average reaches
2.0 or the GPA level established by their academic units.
3. Students on academic probation must maintain the
grade-point average required by their academic units
during each subsequent semester or summer session while
they are on probation. Otherwise they are ineligible to
re-enroll without the approval of the academic unit.
4. Students on academic probation must remove themselves
from probation within three successive semesters
(including the semester in which they originally were
placed on probation). Otherwise they are ineligible to
re-enroll without the approval of the academic unit.
5. Students are responsible for knowing their academic
status by referring to the term grade reports and their
permanent transcript.
Petitions for Exception to Normal Academic
Policy
Students have a right to appeal administrative policies or
decisions with which they do not agree. Any such appeals,
called Petitions for Exception, must be made in writing and
submitted to the appropriate authority in the college or school
in which the student is registered.
Academic Amnesty
The academic amnesty policy enables students who did not
perform adequately in their undergraduate enrollment at
Undergraduate Academic Regulations and Information
UMKC to be given a second chance to pursue their academic
goals. Amnesty applications are reviewed by a committee of
faculty members. If an application is approved, a student may
have all grades for the specified period of time taken out of the
GPA calculation. Students may apply for amnesty if:
1. They have not been enrolled at UMKC at any time during
the past two years.
2. They apply for readmission at UMKC and apply for
academic amnesty at the time of the application for
admission or (if already admitted) during the first
semester of re-enrollment. Amnesty will not be
considered for students who are enrolling or are enrolled
at schools other than UMKC.
If approved, academic amnesty is implemented in the
following steps.
1. Grades for all courses taken in the period of time for
which amnesty was requested will be marked. The
student may not choose specific courses to be marked,
leaving others unmarked.
2. The original grade will remain on the student’s record, but
will be marked by an “X” preceding the grade. These
hours and grades will remain on the transcript, but will
not count toward cumulative hours or GPA, and they
cannot be used to fulfill any degree requirements,
regardless of the original grade.
3. A statement such as (but not limited to) “Grades granted
amnesty by faculty committee action” will appear on the
student’s transcript for each term granted amnesty.
4. The change to the transcript will be made after the fourth
week of classes in the term for which the student
re-enrolls. If the student then withdraws before grades are
awarded at the end of that term, the original grades for
which amnesty was awarded will be restored and amnesty
canceled.
5. The student will be able to receive amnesty only one time
(for one or multiple terms) at UMKC.
General Graduation Requirements
Minimum Hours
The general minimum UMKC requirement, in semester hours
of acceptable college work for an undergraduate degree, is 120
semester hours (150 for a double degree). However, a number
of undergraduate and first-level professional degrees have
higher minimum requirements as indicated in the specific
school’s section of the catalog. A minimum of 30 hours must
be earned at UMKC, regardless of the number and level of
hours earned at another institution.
Assessment Requirements
The University of Missouri Board of Curators, other state
entities, and the national college accrediting agency require the
University assess the effectiveness of academic programs. All
undergraduate students must take a test of general education
and complete a major field assessment prior to being granted a
baccalaureate degree. Graduation depends on completion of
assessment requirements.
Written English Proficiency Test
Candidates for all baccalaureate degrees must pass the UMKC
Written English Proficiency Test before enrolling in required
junior-level writing or writing intensive courses. Students who
register for the required junior-level course without first
passing the WEPT may be removed from enrollment or may
not receive credit for the course.
The WEPT is given twice each semester. The dates of the
test appear regularly in the class schedule. Notification also is
posted and announced each semester prior to the test’s
administration. Students who wish to take the test must register
and obtain preparatory materials from the English Department
a few days prior to each test administration.
Students should take the test after completing the second
required English composition course and after completing 45
hours of credit. Students who have not completed 45 hours will
not be allowed to take the test.
Junior-Senior Hours
Undergraduate degree-seeking students are required to earn
credit in at least 36 semester hours of coursework numbered
300 and above at UMKC. In the case of transfer credit, the
coursework must be numbered as junior-senior level work by
the transferring institution.
Residence Requirements
The final 30 consecutive semester hours of coursework must be
taken at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. Students must
be registered in the college or school in which the degree is
awarded. In “Completion Programs” at another institution, the
final 30 hours prior to enrollment at the completion program
institution must be taken at UMKC.
General Course Requirements
The individual academic unit sections of the catalog are the
official sources of details on the general course requirements
pertinent to the different degrees.
Application for Graduation
Written application for an undergraduate or first-level
professional degree should be filed before the start of the final
30 semester hours of coursework. The application should be
made to the UMKC Records Office, except in case of the
schools of dentistry and law, where application is filed with the
dean of the appropriate school. For graduation in that term, the
application must be filed no later than the deadline date
published each term in the UMKC Schedule of Classes.
Time Limit on Degree Credit
Credit over 15 years old at the time of application for
graduation may not be counted toward the fulfillment of an
undergraduate field of study or concentration unless validated
to the satisfaction of the department or school/college.
Transcripts
Official transcripts are issued only to other educational
institutions, employers, state departments of education and
similar agencies. As provided in federal law, transcripts are
issued only at the written request or authorization of students.
Students may secure a transcript of their UMKC permanent
academic records from the UMKC Records Office. The
transcripts bear the official University seal and the signature of
the registrar, but they are stamped “Issued to Student.” Partial
transcripts of permanent academic records are not issued. No
transcript may be issued to, or for students, who are indebted
to the University until the debt has been cleared.
Student Records
The University of Missouri-Kansas City complies with the
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, which provides
guidelines on storage and releasing of student and former
student records. Information in student records is considered
confidential between the individual and the University, and will
not be released to a third party without the written consent of
the student. (For a detailed explanation, see “ Policy on
Student Records” in the Appendices.)
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Undergraduate Academic Regulations and Information
Certain information about currently enrolled students is
considered directory information: name, local and permanent
address, local and permanent telephone numbers, date and
place of birth, major field of study, participation in officially
recognized activities and sports, weight and height of members
of athletic teams, dates of attendance, degrees and awards
received, and the most recent previous educational institution
attended.
Unless a written request is made to restrict release of
information, all students will be listed by name with local
address and telephone number in an electronic or printed
student directory. The request to restrict information may
either be made by letter and mailed to the Office of
Registration and Records, or by filling out the printed form in
the Schedule of Classes and returning it to the Registrar’s
Office by the end of the second week of a regular term (fall or
winter) or the first week of a summer session.
If release of information is restricted, a student’s name will
be excluded from student directories and no information will
be released without written consent. The only exception to this
rule is the assumption that students will want their names to
appear in the commencement program at the appropriate time.
Study Abroad
Any UMKC student considering or preparing for an academic
course, program of study, or educational experience outside of
the United States for which he or she intends to be awarded
academic credit is to contact the Center for International
Affairs. The Guidelines for University of Missouri Sponsored
Study Abroad Programs were approved by the Board of
Curators in December 1998 and became effective Aug. 15,
1999. The Guidelines outline responsibilities for any study
abroad participant on a UMKC-sponsored program, the
participant’s parents and/or guardians, and the Center for
International Affairs. The complete Guidelines and other
documents relevant to an international experience can be found
at the Center for the International Affairs or through their
website:
Center for International Affairs
5235 Rockhill Road
(816) 235-5759
http://www.umkc.edu/international
Prior to participation in a UMKC international-sponsored
program, consent must be given in writing using the University
of Missouri release form. This release form is available at the
Center for International Affairs and on their web site (listed
above).
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School of Graduate Studies
School of Graduate Studies
300F Administrative Center
5115 Oak
(816) 235-1161
graduate@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/sgs
Vice Provost for Research and
Dean, School of Graduate Studies:
Ronald A. MacQuarrie
Associate Dean, School of Graduate Studies:
Patricia Adamson Hovis
Graduate Academic Regulations and Information
General graduate academic regulations and information
that applies to all graduate degree programs.
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Program
Program-specific regulations and information on the
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program.
General Graduate Academic
Regulations and Information
Mission and Administrative Organization of
Graduate Education
Within the four-campus University of Missouri system, UMKC
has been designated as the primary campus for graduate and
professional study. UMKC currently offers more than 50
graduate-degree programs at the master’s, educational
specialist, and doctoral levels. Graduate students represent
about 32 percent of the total campus enrollment. In fall, 1997,
60 percent of the graduate population at UMKC were women,
11 percent were members of an ethnic minority, and 13 percent
were international students. Nearly three-fourths of the
graduate students were enrolled on a part-time basis (fewer
than nine credit hours per term). The average age of the
graduate student population was 35. UMKC’s nearly 400
regular graduate faculty members include respected scholars in
fields ranging from genetics to telecommunications, from cell
biology to urban policy studies, from aging studies to the
history of Muslim and Jewish cultures, to literature and theater
history. In addition, more than 200 UMKC faculty have met
the rigorous criteria for appointment to the UM doctoral
faculty.
Three faculty groups, representing a campus cross section,
set and interpret policy and monitor the quality for graduate
education at UMKC. The Graduate Council and the Ph.D.
Executive Committee are chaired by the vice provost,
research/dean, School of Graduate Studies. The Graduate
Officers Committee is chaired by the associate dean of the
School of Graduate Studies. The School of Graduate Studies
provides leadership and coordination of all graduate programs
and serves as the academic home for students admitted to the
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program. The School of Graduate
Studies also is responsible for monitoring compliance to the
campuswide minimum graduate academic regulations.
General Graduate Admission Policies and
Procedures
Graduate admission committees in each academic unit review
applications and make recommendations for admission.
Applicants must satisfy both the general campus requirements
and the program-specific admission criteria for graduate study.
The minimum general requirements follow.
General Requirements for Admission to Graduate Study
The following are minimum requirements for admission to
graduate study in all UMKC graduate programs except the
combined R.N. to M.S.N. option in the School of Nursing:
1. A bachelor’s or first-level professional degree from a
regionally accredited institution.
2. A satisfactory academic record.
For program-specific requirements, applicants should consult
the pertinent degree program listing in this catalog. Graduates
of foreign schools also should consult the General Graduate
Admission Policies for International Applicants, which follows
in Part 2 of this catalog section.
Many UMKC graduate degree programs require
satisfactory scores from either the Graduate Record
Examination (general and/or subject tests), the Miller
Analogies Test, or the Graduate Management Admissions Test.
Test applications and information can be obtained from the
UMKC Counseling and Testing Center (816) 235-1635, or by
writing the Educational Testing Service, P.O. Box 6004,
Princeton, NJ 08541-6004.
Application Procedure for Graduate Study
In general, applications for admission to graduate study should
be obtained from and returned to the Admissions office, 120
Administrative Center, 5115 Oak Street. The phone number is
(816) 235-1111.
The specific mailing address: Office of Admissions,
University of Missouri-Kansas City, 120 Administrative
Center, 5100 Rockhill Road, Kansas City, MO 64110-2499.
Because some academic units have special application
packets, applicants requesting application materials should be
sure to specify the program to which they plan to apply.
Admission to a degree program is subject to the
recommendations of the major school, department, or program.
Applicants must submit an official transcript from the
school where their bachelor’s degrees were obtained. Unless
the transcript of the degree-granting institution includes the
complete record of undergraduate work taken at all other
schools, an official transcript from each of the other institutions
also must be supplied. In addition, applicants must submit an
official transcript from each school where other coursework
has been taken or degrees have been obtained after the
bachelor’s degree. All credentials submitted in support of the
application for admission become UMKC property and will
not be returned to students.
Interested applicants also should contact the departmental
principal graduate adviser or unit graduate officer for specific
program requirements and general advisement. Lists of the
names of the current graduate officers and principal graduate
advisers are available, on request, from the School of Graduate
Studies.
The graduate degree programs at UMKC have varying
schedules for receiving, reviewing, and acting on applications
for admission. Before applying, applicants should contact the
principal graduate adviser or graduate officer for the chosen
degree to determine program-specific deadlines.
International graduate applicants should refer to
information under the International Graduate Students heading,
found elsewhere in this School of Graduate Studies section.
Minimum Academic Regulations Applicable
to All Graduate Degrees
The minimum academic regulations and degree requirements
for graduate study at UMKC, as outlined in the subsections
that follow, have been determined by the UMKC graduate
faculty through representation on the Graduate Council and the
Committee of Graduate Officers, and apply to all graduate
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programs. The individual schools and departments may adopt
additional and/or more stringent requirements for admission,
retention and degrees which take priority over these minimum
regulations. These additional requirements are detailed under
the various fields of study in this catalog and the
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program description in this catalog
section.
Academic Loads
Full-Time Academic Load Definition for Graduate Students
without Assistantship Appointments
Graduate students enrolled in nine or more credits during a
regular semester or five credits during a summer session are
considered full-time students. All students registered for fewer
than those specified totals are classified as part-time students,
unless they hold a teaching or research appointment at UMKC.
This designation of full time is for academic purposes only and
does not apply to assessment of fees or degree program
residency requirements.
Full-Time Academic Loads for Graduate Teaching and
Graduate Research Assistants (GTAs/GRAs)
Full-time enrollment for students holding Graduate Teaching
Assistant or Graduate Research Assistant appointments is six
hours in a regular semester or three hours in a summer session.
GTAs/GRAs are expected to make normal progress toward
their degrees and should enroll in a minimum of six hours of
credit per semester (three credits in the summer session).
However, GTA/GRA appointees who have completed all
required coursework for the degree and who are working full
time on research need only enroll for the minimum of three
credits. Note that this policy in no way alters the residency
requirements and criteria for doctoral degrees. Further,
international students holding GTA/GRA appointments also
must abide by requirements of the U.S. Immigration Service
and thus should consult the international student adviser before
reducing their course loads.
Special Cases: Requests for GTA/GRA Appointments Greater
than Half Time and Requests for Exemption from Social
Security Withholding for GTAs/GRAs
GTA/GRA appointments are normally restricted to no more
than 20 hours per week (.5 full-time employee). Requests for
GTA/GRA appointments greater than .5 FTE must be
submitted to the School of Graduate Studies prior to the
beginning of the appointment and must be accompanied by a
statement from the student’s major adviser that the additional
work load will neither place the student at risk academically
nor impede the student’s academic progress.
Graduate Students holding GTA/GRA appointments are
automatically exempt from Social Security Withholding Tax as
long as they are enrolled in at least six credit hours. If the
student’s enrollment falls below six credit hours, the student’s
academic unit may certify his or her eligibility for continued
exemption for one of the following two reasons: (1) the GRA
is a doctoral student working in a research laboratory as a
component of his or her educational requirement and is
enrolled in the minimum number of research hours required for
doctoral students who have passed comprehensive
examinations, or (2) the GTA or GRA is a graduate student
enrolled in fewer than six credit hours because it is the
student’s exit semester.
Certification forms are available in the School of Graduate
Studies office. The form requires signatures from the student’s
major adviser and the principal graduate adviser of the
student’s academic unit. After these individuals have signed
the form, it must be sent to the School of Graduate Studies for
recommendation. The School of Graduate Studies forwards the
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completed request to the Payroll Office for final action on the
request.
Restricted Academic Loads
Limitation on the size of the academic load for which graduate
students can register might be imposed by the dean or faculty
adviser. Generally, students on probation are required to
restrict the academic program to a minimum full-time load
until they have returned to good standing.
Interpretation of Full-Time and Half-Time Status of Graduate
Students for Purposes of Certification to Lending/Funding
Agencies
To be eligible for certification of full-time status as a graduate
student by the Registrar’s Office, a graduate student must meet
at least one of the following conditions:
• Enrollment in nine credit hours, or
• Half-time (.5 FTE) GTA or GRA appointment and
enrollment in six or more hours, or
• Quarter-time (.25 FTE) GTA or GRA appointment and
enrollment in seven hours, or
• Ph.D. and D.M.A. candidates who have passed their
doctoral comprehensive examinations and are enrolled in
one hour (not to exceed six semesters of certification
under this category).
To be eligible for certification of half-time status as a graduate
student by the Registrar’s Office, a graduate student must meet
at least one of the following conditions:
• Enrollment in five credit hours, or
• Half-time (.5 FTE) GTA or GRA appointment and
enrollment in three credit hours, or
• Quarter-time (.25 FTE) GTA or GRA appointment and
enrollment in five credit hours.
Special Cases and Limitations on Registrar’s Certification to
Lending/Funding Agencies:
• Ph.D. or D.M.A. students who have not taken and passed
their doctoral comprehensive examinations and who do
not meet one of the other enrollment qualifications for
certification may petition the principal graduate adviser in
their academic unit for special consideration. If, based on
a review of the student’s petition, the principal graduate
adviser believes there is sufficient reason for certifying the
student for full-time or half-time status, the principal
graduate adviser may submit a request to the Registrar’s
Office.
• Master’s/Educational-Specialist students not qualifying
for certification under one of the categories listed above
may petition the principal graduate adviser in their
academic unit for special consideration. If, based on a
review of the student’s petition, the principal graduate
adviser believes there is sufficient reason for certifying the
student for full-time or half-time status, the principal
graduate adviser may submit a request to the Registrar’s
Office. Master’s/Educational-Specialist students may be
granted only one semester of exception, that being the
final semester before graduation.
• Work to satisfy an incomplete grade or grades from a
previous term or terms does not multiply the credit hours
from the work. Therefore, a class may be used only in
status calculation for one term. Since the hours are used in
status calculation during the original term of enrollment,
that is the only term that the hours may be counted.
• Status may not be calculated nor certified for future terms.
School of Graduate Studies
Enrollment
Changes of Enrollment
Information given in this section reflects minimum campus
standards for graduate students’ changes of enrollment.
Because each academic unit has the prerogative to set more
stringent rules, students should consult the principal graduate
adviser or graduate officer in their major area of study for unit
or discipline-specific rules. All changes in enrollment by
graduate students must be initiated in the office of the principal
graduate adviser (Arts and Sciences) or graduate officer of the
respective unit and completed in the Registration Office.
Additions:Students who want to enroll in an additional
course may do so during the first week of the term provided
they have the approval of the faculty adviser. Course additions
or late enrollments after the first week of the term are not
generally allowed.
Withdrawals: Graduate students may withdraw from a
course at any time prior to the first day of the final examination
period, provided the permission of the faculty adviser has been
obtained and notification to the instructor has been made.
However, after the mid-term, students will be academically
assessed. If failing at the time of withdrawal, students will be
graded “WF” (withdrawn failing). [Note: Individual academic
units may have earlier deadlines for withdrawal.]
Change from Audit to Credit: Graduate students may
change status in a course from audit to credit during the first
week of the term, provided they have the approval of the
faculty adviser and have notified the course instructor.
Change from Credit to Audit: Graduate students may
change status in a course from credit to audit any time prior to
the final examination period, provided they have the consent of
the course instructor and the approval of the faculty adviser.
[Note: Individual academic units may have earlier deadlines
and may have program-specific restrictions on re-taking
audited courses for credit.]
Withdrawal for Financial Delinquency: If students fail
to fulfill financial obligations with the University after adequate
notice, withdrawal from all courses during that term will result.
Continuous-Graduate Enrollment Requirement
Master’s Degree Students:After completing all courses
included in the planned program of study for the degree,
students pursuing master’s degrees must remain continuously
enrolled in each regular semester up to and including the
semester in which their degrees are awarded. This requirement
applies also to the summer term for students whose degrees are
being awarded at the end of a summer term. This continuous
enrollment must be for a minimum of one-hour credit in
research and thesis or other work designated by the department
or school. When no suitable credit registration is available,
students may fulfill the continuous-enrollment requirement by
registration in continuous-graduate enrollment (899) for zero
credit hours. Continuous-enrollment courses assigned by
UMKC after completion of required coursework will be
charged at the rate established for one credit hour. Interruption
of continuous registration due to failure to comply with the
above will result in the need for readmission under
requirements then in effect. Academic units may require
retroactive enrollment as a condition of readmission.
Registration for continuous enrollment (899), by mail or in
person, must be completed by the end of the first week of a
regular semester or of a summer session.
Educational-Specialist Degree Students: The
continuous-enrollment requirement for the
educational-specialist degree is the same as that for the
master’s degree.
Doctoral-Degree Students: Doctoral students, who have
completed all coursework for the degree (as listed on the
program or plan of study), must be enrolled continuously for at
least one hour credit in each regular fall and winter semester,
up to and including the term in which the degree is granted.
Interruption of continuous registration, due to failure to
comply with the above, will result in the need for readmission
under requirements then in effect. Academic units may require
retroactive enrollment as a condition of readmission.
When doctoral candidates have previously enrolled in
their required number of dissertation research credits, or when
no suitable credit registration is available, students may fulfill
the continuous-enrollment requirement by registration in
continuous graduate enrollment (899) for zero hours credit.
Students must be enrolled at the time of comprehensive
examinations.
Registration for continuous-graduate enrollment (899), by
mail or in person, must be accomplished by the end of the first
week of regular semester or of a summer session. Continuous
graduate enrollment courses (899) will be charged at the rate
established for one credit hour.
Continuous-Graduate Enrollment Requirement for
Summer Session: Graduate students must be enrolled during
the summer term if they will graduate at the end of that
particular summer term, or will hold a Graduate Teaching
Assistant/Graduate Research Assistant appointment during that
term.
Enrollment Classifications
Post-Baccalaureate, Non-Graduate Student Classification:
Students who have earned a baccalaureate degree and who are
seeking only additional undergraduate courses may be
admitted under a post-baccalaureate (code 4-E) classification.
Students in this classification are restricted to enrollment in
courses numbered 499 and below and may not take any courses
for graduate credit. Courses taken while classified as a code
4-E student may not be included for credit on a graduate
degree program at a later date. Code 4-E students desiring to
be reclassified as graduate students for a future term must
reapply for and be regularly admitted to the graduate programs
in which they want to seek advanced degrees.
Degree-Seeking and Non-Degree-Seeking Graduate
Student Classifications: Students admitted to any of the
graduate classifications (whether degree seeking or non-degree
seeking) will be enrolled automatically for graduate credit in
courses numbered 300-499 unless they indicate on their
enrollment forms that they do not want graduate credit for the
course or the instructor specifies the course may only be taken
for undergraduate credit. Courses numbered 299 and below
may not be taken for graduate credit, are not calculated in a
student’s graduate grade-point average, and cannot be included
as credit courses on a graduate student’s program of study.
The following six admissions categories are used for
degree-seeking graduate students at UMKC:
1. Regular Master’s Degree Seeking - (Code 6)
Degree-seeking graduate students admitted to a master’s
degree program without reservation.
2. Conditional Master’s Degree Seeking - (Code 6-V).
Degree-seeking graduate students admitted to a
master’s-level degree program who have not yet fulfilled
all admissions requirements specified by the academic
unit responsible for the degree program.
3. Regular Educational-Specialist Degree Seeking - (Code
7). Degree-seeking graduate students admitted to an
Educational-Specialist degree program in the School of
Education without reservation.
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4. Conditional Educational-Specialist Degree Seeking (Code 7-V). Degree-seeking graduate students admitted to
an Educational-Specialist degree program who have not
yet fulfilled all admissions requirements specified by the
School of Education.
5. Regular Doctoral Degree Seeking - (Code 8).
Degree-seeking graduate students admitted to a doctoral
degree program (Ph.D. or D.M.A.) without reservation.
6. Conditional Doctoral Degree Seeking - (Code 8-V).
Degree-seeking graduate students admitted to a Ph.D. or
D.M.A. program who have not yet fulfilled all admission
requirements specified by the academic unit responsible
for the degree program.
Full admission of code 6-V, 7-V, and 8-V students to a degree
program and appropriate reclassification are subject to
students’ removal of deficiencies and approval of satisfactory
performance.
Admission to graduate study and to a particular degree
program is no guarantee that students will be advanced to
candidacy or granted a higher degree. All candidates are
expected to perform at a consistently high level and to satisfy
all the requirements for the degree. The final determination, as
to whether or not a student will be recommended for a
graduate degree, is made by the graduate faculty in the field or
fields concerned. The graduate faculty reserves the right to
deal with exceptional cases on individual merit.
Degree-seeking graduate students who plan to change
their field of study must reapply for admission and be regularly
admitted to the desired graduate program in the new
department or school.
The following three admissions categories are used for
non-degree-seeking graduate students:
1. Non-Regular Graduate - Continuing Education,
Non-Degree-Seeking Student - (Code 6-H). Students
taking courses for graduate credit through the Divisions of
Continuing Education. It should be noted that admission
to this category (generally through self-certification) does
not constitute regular admission to a graduate program at
UMKC. However, upon the recommendation of the
adviser and the approval of the graduate officer, a limited
number of graduate credit courses (normally no more than
six credit hours) taken by such students may be applied to
individual degree programs after students have been
regularly admitted to do graduate study (see Application
for Graduate Study above).
2. Visiting Graduate Student - (Code 6-C). Students who
have been properly certified as graduate students at an
accredited institution, other than UMKC, and have
permission to enroll in specific courses (including
500-level courses) at UMKC. Note: Students who have
previously been enrolled in a UMKC graduate program
must have been in good academic standing at the time of
their last UMKC graduate enrollment in order to take
graduate courses as a visiting graduate student.
3. Graduate Special Non-Degree Seeking - (Code 6-G). This
classification is used for two categories of students:
(a) Community access, non-degree-seeking students
wanting access to graduate level courses not
available through continuing education.
(b) Potential graduate applicants, not meeting
requirements for conditional admission and wanting
to take graduate-level courses in order to qualify for
admission.
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Restrictions applying to 6-G Classification Graduate Students:
1. Students apply to the academic unit, if declared. If
undeclared, students are admitted as undeclared graduate
students in the College of Arts and Sciences.
2. All graduate academic regulations apply.
3. Students must have a baccalaureate degree prior to
admission.
4. Students are subject to the campus graduate academic
probation and ineligibility policies.
5. Students with a 6-G classification are not eligible for
financial aid.
6. International students may not be issued I-20 forms for
admission under a 6-G classification.
7. International students considered under the 6-G
classification must meet the University standards for
evidence of English proficiency.
8. Students admitted under this classification must reapply to
the academic unit and be admitted to a graduate degree
program in order to be changed to degree-seeking status.
9. At the discretion of a department or area, the
graduate-level courses completed with a grade of B (3.0)
or better while classified as a 6-G student may be applied
toward a graduate degree in that department or area. Of
the courses listed on a degree, no more than 12 semester
credit hours may have been completed while enrolled as a
6-G student.
All non-degree-seeking graduate students (6-C, 6-G, and 6-H)
wishing to enter a degree program must reapply for and be
regularly admitted to the department or school from which they
want to receive an advanced degree.
Enrollment/Readmission Policy
Until the time they have completed all coursework on their
approved programs of study, graduate students in good
standing who have not enrolled for only one semester may
re-enroll without applying for readmission. Students who
attend other schools in the interim must submit transcripts of
such work from each institution attended. Graduate students
are considered “inactive” after a lapse of two or more regular
semesters of enrollment. Subsequently, inactive graduate
students who want to continue, must follow the same
admission procedures as those required for new applicants.
After a lapse of three or more terms, graduate students will
re-enter under requirements in effect at the time of
readmission.
Exceptions to Graduate Academic Regulations
Campuswide Exceptions
Petitions for an exception to a campuswide graduate academic
regulation must originate with the student and be processed
through the graduate officer and dean or program director in
charge of the student’s graduate degree program to the dean of
the School of Graduate Studies. The dean of the School of
Graduate Studies, or the graduate dean’s designated
representative, are the only persons with the authority to grant
an exception to the graduate academic regulations that apply to
all graduate students. Petitions must be in writing and include
(1) the reason for requesting the exception and a detailed
justification from the student, (2) recommendation for action
by the appropriate graduate officer, (3) recommendation for
action by the department or division chair (if applicable), and
(4) recommendation for action by the appropriate dean or
program director. The graduate dean or graduate dean’s
designated representative will review the petition and related
documentation and render a decision which will be
communicated in writing to the academic dean or director, the
graduate officer, the student, and the registrar.
School of Graduate Studies
Program-Specific Exceptions
Petitions for exception to a program-specific academic
regulation are handled within the academic unit where the
degree program resides. A graduate student who has petitioned
the academic unit for an exception to a program-specific
academic regulation and whose petition has been denied may
appeal the decision to the dean of the School of Graduate
Studies if all other remedies open to the appellant have been
exhausted at the department and college, school or program
level. Appeal to the dean of the School of Graduate Studies
must be made in writing within fourteen (14) consecutive days
from the date the student has received the written notice of the
petition decision. The dean of the School of Graduate Studies
shall investigate the case and take appropriate action in a timely
manner. The decision of the graduate dean, as the chancellor’s
designated representative in such cases, is final and will be
communicated in writing to the student, the graduate officer,
and the academic dean or director, and the registrar.
Graduate Courses and Grading Policies
Course Designations
In general, courses numbered 500 and above are open only to
regularly admitted graduate and Ph.D. students.
Courses numbered 300 to 499 are upper division juniorand senior-level courses. Graduate students who enroll in such
courses have the option of designating them, at the time of
enrollment, as being “not for graduate credit.” If the student
chooses this option, the grade will not be included in the
student’s graduate grade-point average and the course may not
be included on the graduate or Ph.D. program/plan of study
and will not count toward a graduate degree. In order for a
300- or 400-level course to be accepted for graduate credit,
students will be expected to do supplementary work (additional
reading, projects, papers, contact hours with instructor) and to
demonstrate graduate-level competency and achievement in the
subject; and the students must take the course for graduate
credit and complete it with a grade of B- (2.7) or better. The
total number of acceptable 300- to 400-level courses to be
applied toward requirements for a graduate degree may not
exceed 40 percent of the total number of courses applied
toward graduate or non-interdisciplinary doctoral-degree
requirements or one-third of the total number of courses on the
approved Interdisciplinary Ph.D. plan of study.
Courses at the 100 and 200 level are not available for
graduate credit and may not be applied toward the number of
hours required for a graduate degree.
Courses numbered 580-589 are generally reserved for
seminars, workshops and special topics. Consult individual
degree programs for possible restrictions on such offerings.
The course numbers 590-598 are usually reserved for
non-thesis research, directed studies, and readings. Courses
numbered 599 are restricted to research leading to a thesis.
Considering this numbering system, no more than 40 percent
of courses numbered 590-599, or other courses which fall in
the categories listed above for that course number range, may
be applied to a graduate degree program of study, with the
exception of Interdisciplinary Ph.D. study.
Courses numbered 695-699 are restricted to research
leading to a dissertation. Continuous-Graduate Enrollment is
numbered 899. Note: The numbering of graduate courses in
the School of Dentistry and the engineering program differs
from the system described above.
Course Restrictions
Policy on Admission of Undergraduates to Graduate-Level
Courses: In addition to regularly admitted graduate students,
seniors who meet the requirements below and who have
obtained the necessary approvals and received permission from
the School of Graduate Studies, may enroll in a limited number
of courses numbered in the 500 series and above, or may enroll
in appropriate 300- and 400-level courses for graduate credit.
Minimum requirements:
1. Seniors within 12 credits of graduation who have a 3.0
(B) GPA or better in their college work.
2. Seniors within 30 credits of graduation who have a 3.5
GPA in their college work.
To request permission to take a graduate-level course, the
senior must:
• Obtain a request to take graduate level course form and an
advising transcript from the Registrar’s Office.
• Fill out the request to take graduate level course form,
attach a copy of the advising transcript to the form, and
seek written approval on the form from the course
instructor, the dean or director of the academic unit in
which the requested course is offered, and the student’s
undergraduate adviser.
• Once the above steps have been completed, submit the
form to the School of Graduate Studies for final approval.
This last step should occur no later than four weeks before
regular registration.
This policy does not apply to 500-level courses in the School
of Business and Public Administration that are open
exclusively to graduate students.
This procedure is intended to allow a degree of flexibility
in planning the academic programs of degree-seeking seniors
who clearly have shown academic merit and plan to pursue
advanced study after graduation. This option is not available
for post-baccalaureate students (classification 4-E).
In all cases, eligible students may enroll in no more than
six credits of graduate-level courses or courses for graduate
credit through this procedure. In addition, first-semester
seniors who enroll in graduate-level courses are limited to a
total enrollment of no more than 15 credits for the semester.
Graduate-level courses (500 and above) are to be selected from
those courses generally offered to first-semester or first-year
graduate students. Courses such as special topics, individual
studies, and directed research that are designed for advanced
graduate students are not eligible under these provisions.
Students may petition that the courses be taken for
graduate credit or undergraduate credit. Credit may be applied
toward requirements either for a graduate or a bachelor’s
degree, but not both.
Requests by students who meet all the requirements stated
above will be approved by the dean of the School of Graduate
Studies or the dean’s designated representative. In exceptional
cases, students who do not meet the requirements stated above
may present a petition to the dean of the School of Graduate
Studies. Such petitions must be presented to the School of
Graduate Studies no later than four weeks before the beginning
of the term for which enrollment is sought.
Students who do not meet the above criteria but who
register for a graduate-level course will be withdrawn
administratively from the course. Fees paid for the course will
be refunded.
Graduate-Credit, Continuing-Education Courses:
Graduate-credit courses are offered on an irregular basis at
both off-campus and on-campus locations through the Division
of Continuing Education, in conjunction with the various
instructional divisions.
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School of Graduate Studies
Students may enroll in such courses and earn graduate
credit without being regularly admitted to a graduate program.
However, application of such credits toward an advanced
degree can be determined only after students have been
regularly admitted to graduate study. Such application depends
upon the acceptance of students and the course by the
respective department or division offering the degree. Students
are responsible for determining whether these credits will
satisfy the requirements of their particular educational goals
and should make such determination before registering for the
course.
Grading System
The grading system and points per semester hour are as
follows:
A
B
C
D
F
CR
NC
W
WF
the highest grade
work of distinction
average work
passing but unsatisfactory
failure without credit
course taken for credit only
course taken for credit only in which
unsatisfactory work is done
withdrawn passing
withdrawn failing
4.0
3.0
2.0
1.0
0
0
0
0
0
UMKC uses the “Plus/Minus” grading system for grades A, B,
C, and D. A plus sign (+) following a letter grade adds 0.3
quality points per credit hour. A minus sign (-) following a
letter grade subtracts 0.3 quality points per credit hour.
Assigning a plus or minus to a letter grade is the option of the
course instructor.
Incomplete Grades: An instructor may give a grade of
incomplete (I) to students who have been unable to complete
the work of the course because of illness or other valid reasons
beyond their control. Students who receive an incomplete (I)
must complete the required work within one calendar year to
avoid an F (failure without credit). The instructor may specify
a lesser completion period. A grade of incomplete (I) is only
appropriate when enough work in the course has been
completed that the student can finish the remaining work
without re-enrolling in the course in question or attending
additional classes. In other instances, students should
withdraw. Students cannot re-enroll in a course for which an
incomplete (I) remains on the record.
The above policy is exclusive of those courses which are
considered directed individual studies, internships, special
topics, practicums, research and thesis, and research and
dissertation courses. Because completion of such courses will
quite often span several terms, incomplete grades assigned in
such courses will not automatically lapse to an “F” grade after
one calendar year, but will adhere to the completion period
specified by the instructor.
Policy on Repeated Graduate-Credit Courses:
Whenever students repeat a graduate-credit course, they must
submit a course repeat form to the Registration and Records
Office no later than the fourth week of the term. Students
seeking graduate degrees are limited to repeating no more than
20 percent of the credits applicable toward a graduate degree.
If approved by the school or department or Interdisciplinary
Ph.D. supervisory committee, students may repeat a course
once to improve the grade-point average or satisfy the program
requirements. The second grade received will be used to
calculate the grade-point average that will be used in satisfying
degree requirements.
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Requirements for Retention
Graduate Probation Policy
Graduate students, regardless of classification, must maintain a
3.0 (B) grade-point average in all coursework taken for
graduate credit at UMKC and must meet any additional
academic requirements imposed by the school, department or
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. discipline. Students are responsible for
keeping apprised of their academic status by referral to the
term grade reports and to the permanent academic record on
file in the UMKC Registration and Records Office.
Whenever the cumulative GPA for UMKC courses taken
for graduate credit by a graduate student of any classification
falls below 3.0, the student’s status for the next term becomes:
“On Probation - See principal graduate adviser.”
[Interdisciplinary Ph.D. students will be directed to consult
their interim adviser or research adviser.] The principal
graduate adviser, interim adviser, or research adviser will
review the student’s progress and provide counsel, and the
following conditions apply:
A graduate student on probation who is not restored to
good academic standing by the end of two successive
semesters following the term in which the cumulative GPA fell
below 3.0 will be declared ineligible to re-enroll.
While on probation, a graduate student must achieve a 3.0
term GPA in order to enroll for the ensuing term.
A graduate student on probation will not be restored to
good standing until a cumulative graduate-credit GPA of at
least 3.0 is achieved.
Ineligibility for Further Graduate Study
Ineligibility following academic probation: In the case of
ineligibility following academic probation, the graduate
student may present a petition to the principal graduate adviser
of the student’s academic program to be re-enrolled. Petitions
will be reviewed by the graduate faculty responsible for the
student’s degree program. That graduate faculty will make
written recommendation to the appropriate administrative
levels within that academic unit on approval or denial of the
petition. The approval or denial action may include:
• Approval for further graduate study in student’s current
field of study and in the same classification but on a
restricted probation basis (as defined in written contract)
• Approval for further graduate study in student’s current
field of study in a different student classification and on a
restricted basis
• Denial for further graduate study in student’s current field
but approval for undergraduate study only
• Denial for further study, either graduate or undergraduate,
in student’s current field of study
Ineligibility due to unsatisfactory progress or performance:
When a department or school or Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
supervisory committee, irrespective of a student’s grade-point
average, considers a graduate student’s performance to be
unsatisfactory, that department, school or committee may
recommend to the dean or director of the academic unit in
which the student’s degree is housed that the student be
reclassified or declared ineligible for further study. The dean or
director reviews the recommendation and conveys a decision to
the respective faculty group and to the registrar, who then
notifies the student of the action.
Students who have been declared ineligible due to
unsatisfactory progress or performance may appeal such
decisions to the dean of the School of Graduate Studies, as
designee of the chancellor. This appeal must be made in
writing within fourteen (14) consecutive days after receipt of
the registrar’s notification to the student of the decision. The
School of Graduate Studies
dean of the School of Graduate Studies shall review the full
record of the case and the appeal document.
The decision of the graduate dean, as the chancellor’s
designated representative in such cases, is final and will be
communicated in writing to the student, the graduate faculty
review group(s), the academic dean or director, and the
registrar.
Requirements for Graduation
Program of Study
Graduate education is intended to answer the personal needs of
students and the special needs of society that are not satisfied
through undergraduate training. Graduate degrees indicate that
the holders have sufficiently mastered a program in a particular
field to pursue creative projects in that specialty. The degrees
are awarded for completion of a coherent program –
formalized as the program or plan of study – designed to
assure the mastery of specified knowledge and skills. Forms
for specifying individual programs or plans of study are
available from the principal graduate adviser (Arts and
Sciences) or graduate officer of the academic unit.
Students may elect to fulfill either the degree requirements
in effect at the time of their original admission (provided there
has not been a lapse in attendance at UMKC of more than two
consecutive terms) or the degree requirements in effect at the
time of advisement into a planned graduate program of study.
No course with a grade below B- (2.7) in any 300- or
400-level course, or below C (2.0) in any 500-level course or
above, will count toward any advanced degree program; and 80
percent of the credits for the degree must be passed with a
grade of B (3.0) or better. Degree programs may have
requirements which are more stringent. If so, the program
requirement takes precedence over the campus minimums.
Thesis and Dissertation Preparation and Approval Process
Formatting regulations: Some master’s degree programs
have a thesis requirement and a number have a thesis option.
All Ph.D. degree programs at UMKC require a dissertation.
The School of Graduate Studies, guided by the Graduate
Officers Committee, establishes the format regulations for
theses and dissertations (T/Ds) at UMKC. Degree candidates
are responsible for familiarizing themselves with and adhering
to the standards of the latest edition of the “Manual for Writers
of Term Papers, Theses and Dissertations,” edited by Kate
Turabian. They must also become familiar with the special
format regulations for title page, abstract format and length,
approval page, order of manuscript sections, paper, page
numbering, heading levels, margins, and type style and size
which are outlined in the “University of Missouri-Kansas City
Guide to Formatting Theses and Dissertations.” Both guides
can be purchased through the UMKC Bookstore. Bibliographic
references must follow Turabian guidelines unless the student’s
academic program has an alternate bibliographic reference
format approved by, and on file with, the School of Graduate
Studies office. Candidates should check with the principal
graduate adviser in their respective academic units to
determine the approved bibliographic reference format
standard for their degree programs. Any variances from the
standards outlined in the “University of Missouri-Kansas City
Guide to Formatting Theses and Dissertations,” Turabian, and
discipline-approved bibliographic reference styles must be
requested in writing and approved in advance by the dean of
the School of Graduate Studies. A copy of the dean’s official
letter authorizing exceptions to formatting standards must be
included as an appendix to the T/D.
The School of Graduate Studies provides formatting
workshops at the beginning of each fall and winter semester. In
addition, degree candidates may schedule individual
conferences with the school’s T/D Formatting Assistant during
the first four weeks of the fall or winter semester and the first
two weeks of the summer term to make sure they have
interpreted the formatting guidelines correctly and to seek
guidance on specialized formatting problems. Candidates
should call the School of Graduate Studies office,
(816) 235-1161, for time and place of workshops or to
schedule a formatting conference.
Supervisory committee review and approval of T/Ds:
Approval of the T/D begins with the degree candidate’s
supervisory committee. The candidate works closely with his
or her research advisers while writing the various sections of
the manuscript. The candidate’s supervisory committee shall
ensure that the scholarly content and style of the T/D is in
keeping with recognized standards of the chosen discipline(s).
The graduate degree candidate should periodically provide all
members of his or her supervisory committee with preliminary
drafts of the T/D for review and comment. Final drafts of the
T/D, which incorporate all substantive revisions that
supervisory committee members have previously requested,
should be submitted to all members of the candidate’s
supervisory committee at least eight weeks before the expected
date of graduation. At this time, all supervisory committee
members notify the supervisory committee chair of their
preliminary approval of the T/D.
For both master’s and doctoral-level degree candidates,
when the supervisory committee members feel the work is
complete and ready for final defense by the candidate, the
other committee members notify the supervisory committee
chair. The supervisory committee chair then signs a
preliminary approval form which the candidate must submit,
along with a letter-quality copy of the T/D, to the School of
Graduate Studies for certification of acceptance by the
graduate dean. For doctoral-level candidates, each member of
the supervisory committee must fill out and forward a Doctoral
Dissertation Reader’s Report form to the candidate’s
supervisory committee chair. These signed readers’ report
forms must either accompany the review copy of the
dissertation or be forwarded under separate cover by the
supervisory committee chair before the graduate dean will
review the dissertation for certification of acceptance.
Preliminary approval forms and Dissertation Readers’ Report
forms are both available from the School of Graduate Studies
office in the Administrative Center (5115 Oak Street).
School of Graduate Studies review and certification of
acceptance of T/Ds: The deadline for submitting the T/D to
the School of Graduate Studies for certification of acceptance
is printed in the calendar section of the schedule of classes for
each term. The actual date varies, but it is approximately six
weeks before the end of the fall or winter semester and four
weeks before the end of the summer term. Prior to the
published deadline for the term in which the degree candidates
expect to graduate, they must present the following to the
School of Graduate Studies office:
• One unbound copy of the T/D in final form, but not
printed on archival quality, acid-free paper
• The signed Preliminary Approval of T/D by Supervisory
Committee form
• In the case of a dissertation, a completed Doctoral
Dissertation Readers’ Report from each member of the
candidate’s supervisory committee
T/Ds will normally not be accepted for review for graduation
during the current term unless they are received in the School
of Graduate Studies by the published deadline. In the School of
Graduate Studies, the T/D is reviewed by a Thesis/Dissertation
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School of Graduate Studies
Formatting Assistant for conformity to the campus formatting
standards and by the graduate dean for quality of content. The
School of Graduate Studies’ review process generally takes
from two to four weeks. If the T/D has significant formatting
problems, it will be returned to the candidate without further
review or certification. The candidate will be required to make
all necessary formatting corrections and resubmit the T/D to
the School of Graduate Studies. If this happens, the candidate’s
graduation may be delayed. Enrollment in an additional term
of continuous-graduate enrollment may be required.
When both components of the School of Graduate Studies
review of the T/D are complete, the candidate is notified by
phone. If format corrections are required, the School of
Graduate Studies will hold the certificate of acceptance until
appropriate revisions are made and rechecked by the T/D
Formatting Assistant. The candidate then picks up the certified
copy of the T/D and the certificate of acceptance from the
School of Graduate Studies office and may schedule the final
defense of the work. Candidates who are out of the city must
make arrangements to have the certified copy picked up locally
or returned, collect, by messenger service. The candidate
should print a copy of the approval page from the T/D on
archival quality, acid-free paper that meets the requirements
specified in the formatting guide and take it to his or her T/D
defense, and the supervisory committee members should sign
the approval page in black ink. A copy of the approval page
with the original signatures must be included in at least one
copy of the T/D that is deposited in the libraries. The
remainder of the manuscript should not be printed on the
archival quality, acid-free paper until after the defense because
the supervisory committee members may suggest final
corrections or changes during the defense itself.
Deposit of T/Ds with Library: After the candidate
formally defends the T/D before his or her supervisory
committee, the committee members sign the approval page of
the T/D. The candidate then makes any final revisions
requested by committee members at the defense and prints two
copies on archival quality, acid-free paper, as specified in the
formatting guide. The final step in the process is deposit of
these two, unbound copies of the T/D with the appropriate
UMKC library. There is no deposit charge for theses.
Dissertations must be published on microfilm through
University Microfilms International (UMI) Dissertation
Information Service. There is a fee for microfilming. As an
added optional service, UMI will handle the copyrighting
process for dissertations, if desired. The libraries require
payment for both the required and optional UMI fees, in the
form of a cashier’s check or money order made out to UMI, at
the time of deposit. Doctoral candidates should check with the
Reference Librarian to confirm the current amount of these
fees. Deposit must be accomplished no later than the Friday
immediately preceding the first day of classes for the next term.
Application for Graduation
Completing degree requirements does not automatically result
in conferral of the degree. Students must request that the
University review their academic record and certify that degree
requirements have been met. To make this request, students
must file applications for graduation with the registrar no later
than the end of the fourth week of the semester in which the
degrees will be completed. Students graduating at the end of
the summer session must file an application for graduation no
later than the end of the second week of the summer session.
An approved program/plan of study must be on file with the
registrar at the time the student makes application to graduate.
Filing applications for graduation initiates degree checks in the
Registrar’s Office. The students and their advisers receive a
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degree checklist which indicates any deficiencies the students
must clear. Students should contact their advisers if there are
questions about the checklist. The application for graduation
also places the candidates’ names in the commencement
program. In addition, when completion of degree requirements
have been certified by the registrar, the Registrar’s Office
authorizes the diploma order.
Specific term deadlines for all graduate requirements are
announced in the schedule of classes for each term. Students
are responsible for being aware of and meeting these deadlines.
The registrar will certify degree completion if students’
academic records (transcripts) show that they have completed
all of the requirements listed on the approved program/plan of
study.
Commencement
Advanced degree candidates are urged to attend
commencement. Students should arrange for rental or purchase
of a cap and gown at the University Bookstore at least six
weeks before the graduation date.
Time Limit on Degree Credit for Master’s and
Educational-Specialist Degrees
Credit over seven years old at the time of graduation, which is
included on the master’s or educational-specialist program of
study and has not been applied to a previous degree, may not
be counted toward the fulfillment of a graduate degree program
unless validated to the satisfaction of the department or school
and the School of Graduate Studies. Petitions and affidavits for
this purpose may be obtained from the School of Graduate
Studies. A maximum of 30 percent of the student’s program of
study may be validated under this procedure.
In connection with an authorized leave of absence, an
exception to the time limitation may be approved in advance.
Minimum Academic Regulations Specific to
Master’s Degree Programs
The following general campus regulations pertain specifically
to the master’s degree. Master’s students also should refer to
other sections of the General Minimum Academic Regulations
and Degree Requirements in this section of the catalog that are
common to all graduate degrees at UMKC and to specific
degree program requirements in other sections of this catalog.
Adviser/Supervisory Committee
Upon admission to a graduate program, a student seeking a
master’s degree will contact the appropriate department
chairman of the College of Arts and Sciences or the graduate
officer of the professional school or program. This person will
assign the student an adviser who is a member of the graduate
faculty. When research and a thesis are degree requirements or
the student has selected a thesis option, the Arts and Sciences
department chair or the school’s graduate officer will appoint
two additional faculty members to serve on the graduate
student’s supervisory committee. The chair and a majority of
the members of a master’s student supervisory committee must
be full members of the graduate faculty.
Qualifying Examination
If required, the qualifying examination must be passed before a
master’s program is filed with the graduate officer. The
department or school will notify students of the time and date
of the examination. The results of the qualifying examination
will be reported to the registrar. With the approval of the
adviser, and the supervisory committee, if such exists, students
may take the qualifying examination a second time.
Master’s Degree Program of Study
In consultation with the adviser and/or the supervisory
committee, the master’s student plans a program of study in
School of Graduate Studies
accordance with the minimum requirements listed here and the
specific degree requirements listed elsewhere in this catalog.
Forms for specifying individual programs of study are
available from the principal graduate adviser or graduate
officer of each academic unit. Students should file this program
of study with the departmental principal graduate adviser
(College of Arts and Sciences) or the graduate officer in their
academic units before 60 percent of the coursework applicable
to the degree is completed. In the College of Arts and
Sciences, the principal graduate adviser secures required
departmental approval and forwards the program of study to
the graduate officer of the college.
After the proposed program has been approved, as
required by the academic unit, the unit’s graduate officer will
distribute copies of the program of study to the registrar, the
student’s adviser or chair of the student’s supervisory
committee, the principal graduate adviser (Arts and Sciences)
and the student.
The approved master’s degree program of study must
include a minimum of 30 graduate credits. No more than 40
percent of the credits on the program may be 300- and
400-level courses. At least 60 percent of the credits must be at
the 500 level or above. Further, up to six credits may be
allowed for Research and Thesis (599). Other demonstrations
of skills considered by the department or school as comparable
to the thesis may be accepted. No more than 40 percent of the
courses applied toward a master’s degree program of study
may be in the non-thesis research, directed studies, readings, or
research and thesis categories. Such courses will normally fall
in the 500-599 range, but the numerical designations may vary
among academic units.
Program changes: Subsequent changes in the program of
study must be approved by the student’s adviser, the
supervisory committee and the appropriate dean or department
chair. The graduate officer will inform the registrar of such
changes. If cumulative changes in courses and/or degree
requirements exceed four, a new program of study should be
filed.
Dual Degree Programs at the Master’s Level
Dual-degree programs allow students to simultaneously pursue
degrees at the master’s level in two fields of study. Students
must complete at least 85 percent (rounded up) of the credit
hours required for each degree separately. Students must
satisfy admission, course, and examination requirements of
both degree programs.
Transfer Credit Policy for Master’s Degrees
A maximum of 20 percent of the graduate credit hours
appearing on the program of study (rounded to the next highest
whole number) may be transferred from a recognized graduate
school for a master’s degree at UMKC. Such transfer credits
must meet with approval of the student’s supervisory
committee and appropriate principal graduate adviser (College
of Arts and Sciences) or graduate officer and be in accordance
with all of the following criteria:
1. The coursework must be:
• Offered by an accredited school.
• Applied toward a graduate degree at the host
institution and taken for graduate credit.
• Approved by the appropriate graduate faculty.
2. A grade of B (3.0) or better for 300- and 400-level courses
and C (2.0) or better for 500-level courses or other
courses restricted to graduate students only must have
been earned. [CR or P will be accepted upon receipt of a
statement from the institution where credit was received
of letter grade equivalent that meets grade standards as
stated above.]
Transfer credit may be allowed for correspondence courses,
provided the credits meet the criteria outlined in 1 and 2 above.
Transfer credit will not be accepted for research and
thesis/dissertation hours (defined by UMKC), travel
experience, and/or work/life experience. Foreign university
transfer credit must meet the above criteria as attested by the
registrar.
A majority of the coursework applicable to any graduate
degree at UMKC must be completed at UMKC. UM traveling
scholar credits are not considered transfer credits. However,
the sum total of credits from other UM campuses, and other
transfer credits (not more than 20 percent of the total credits)
cannot exceed 14 credits on a 30-credit master’s degree
program, or a proportional equivalent (approximately 46
percent) on programs exceeding 30 credits, and must be within
the limits stated above.
A student who has been awarded a master’s degree at
UMKC or another regionally accredited graduate school may
petition the faculty to apply up to six hours of graduate credit
earned on the first degree toward meeting the requirements of a
second master’s degree. Credit, so approved, that is not from
UMKC will be subject to all preceding transfer credit criteria.
See the sections on specific degree programs for
requirements pertaining to transfer credit for
educational-specialist and doctoral degrees.
After approval of the program of study, graduate credit
may be earned at another institution only with prior approval
of the dean of the School of Graduate Studies. Forms to
request such approval are available from the Registration and
Records Office. A current catalog of the institution where the
course is to be taken or an official catalog description of each
course must be attached to the request form. The official
transcript for such work must be forwarded to the Registration
Office upon completion of the course.
Final Master’s Competency Examination
The final master’s competency examination, if required, will be
written or oral, or both, at the discretion of the school or
department, and will be passed no later than three weeks prior
to the anticipated date of graduation. Students will submit a
request for the examination to the adviser no less than two
weeks before the examination is to be taken. The candidate’s
supervisory committee chair will report the results of the final
competency examination in writing to the candidate and to the
principal graduate adviser (Arts and Sciences) or graduate
officer, who will then inform the registrar.
Thesis Preparation and Approval
For regulations pertaining to thesis preparation and approval,
the reader is directed to “Thesis and Dissertation Preparation
and Approval Process,” included under the Minimum
Academic Regulations Applicable to All Graduate Degrees at
UMKC, in the School of Graduate Studies catalog section.
Final Thesis Examination and Supervisory Committee
Approval
The format and procedures of the final examination in defense
of the thesis are determined by the supervisory committee and
its chair. This examination may be conducted only after the
thesis has been certified for acceptance by the dean of the
School of Graduate Studies, and may not be administered
when UMKC is not officially in session. The defense of the
thesis is approved when a majority of the supervisory
committee members recommend approval and sign the Report
of the Result of Final Master’s Thesis Examination form and
the committee approval page in the thesis. Within 48 hours of
the defense, the supervisory committee chair shall report the
results of the final thesis examination in writing to the
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candidate and to the departmental principal graduate adviser
(Arts and Sciences) or graduate officer, who then informs the
registrar.
Deposit of Approved Thesis with Libraries
For regulations pertaining to deposit of approved thesis with
libraries, the reader is directed to “Thesis Dissertation
Preparation and Approval Process,” included under the
“Minimum Academic Regulations Applicable to All Graduate
Degrees at UMKC,” in the School of Graduate Studies catalog
section.
Minimum Academic Regulations Governing
Doctoral Degree Programs (Ed.D., Ph.D.,
and D.M.A.)
Ed.D., Ph.D., and D.M.A. degree programs at UMKC have the
following elements in common:
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Appointment of supervisory committees
Approval of doctoral programs or plans of study
Satisfaction of a doctoral residency requirement
Satisfactory completion of a doctoral comprehensive
examination in order to advance to candidacy
In addition, all Ph.D. programs and the Ed.D. program have the
following elements in common:
• A work of original research or scholarship reported in
dissertation form
• Formal defense of the candidate’s dissertation
The specific requirements for satisfying these common
elements may vary from program to program. Doctoral
students are also subject to most of the minimum general
graduate academic regulations and degree requirements listed
in previous portions of this catalog section.
The following general regulations are minimum
requirements. Each degree program may have regulations
which are more stringent and which take precedence over the
minimums stated herein. Refer also to graduate regulations
described in previous sections that are common to all graduate
or doctoral students and to degree requirements listed under
the academic unit sections of this catalog.
Supervisory Committee
At the request of the student, and upon the recommendation of
the student’s adviser, the graduate officer for the degree
program will appoint a supervisory committee consisting of at
least three members of the graduate faculty, including the
student’s adviser. While the chairperson of the initial
supervisory committee can be a member of the graduate
faculty, once the student has reached the dissertation stage, the
committee must be chaired by a member of the University of
Missouri doctoral faculty.
Qualifying Examination
The qualifying examination, if required, will be given before
the doctoral program of study is filed with the graduate officer.
At the discretion of the school or department and the
supervisory committee, a master’s degree from UMKC in the
area of intended specialization may be considered as a
substitute for the qualifying examination. Students must
submit a request to take the qualifying examination to the
appropriate department chairperson in the College of Arts and
Sciences or the dean of that professional school. The results of
the qualifying examination will be reported to the graduate
officer, who will inform the student and the registrar. With
approval of the adviser and supervisory committee, students
may take the qualifying examination a second time.
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Doctoral Programs of Study
Students should plan their programs of study in consultation
with their advisers and supervisory committees. Forms for
specifying individual programs of study are available from the
principal graduate adviser or graduate officer of each academic
unit. It is recommended that students file this program of study
with the graduate officer in their academic units before 60
percent of the coursework applicable to the degree is
completed. (Interdisciplinary Ph.D. students must file their
proposed plans of study and form their supervisory committees
within 12 months of being fully admitted.) No more than 40
percent of the program may be 300- and 400-level courses.
After the proposed program has been approved, as required by
the academic unit, the unit’s graduate officer will distribute
copies of the program of study to the registrar, the adviser, and
the student.
Subsequent changes in the program of study must be
approved by the student’s adviser, supervisory committee, the
dean or department chairperson of the school in whose area the
specialization is offered and the graduate officer, who will also
inform the registrar of such changes. If cumulative changes in
courses and/or degree requirements exceed four, it is suggested
that a revised program of study be filed.
Transfer Credit for Doctoral Degrees
Graduate credit earned prior to entering a UMKC doctoral
program may be applied to the doctoral degree, if it is of
acceptable quality and appropriate to the student’s program of
study as determined by the student’s academic unit or
supervisory committee. The total amount of graduate credit
earned prior to admission to a UMKC doctoral program and
applied to the doctoral degree cannot exceed half the number
of credit hours, exclusive of dissertation research credits,
required for the degree. All graduate coursework, completed
prior to admission to the doctoral program and not used to earn
the master’s degree or educational-specialist degree, must be
no more than seven years old at the time the doctoral program
of study is approved.
After admission to the doctoral program, if a student
wishes to take graduate coursework at another institution and
apply it to his or her doctoral program, the student must receive
written approval from the doctoral program’s graduate officer
or from the student’s supervisory committee chair, as
appropriate, before the coursework is taken. Such coursework
is not considered as transfer credit. Upon completion of the
coursework, the student must have the official transcript
forwarded to the UMKC Registrar.
Residency Requirements for Doctoral Programs
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Students: Once an Interdisciplinary
Ph.D. student has been fully admitted, the residency
requirement may be satisfied by three consecutive semesters
(fall-winter-fall or winter-fall-winter) or three consecutive
terms including one summer session (a fall and winter
semester plus one adjacent summer session) of full-time
enrollment. In general, nine hours in a fall or winter semester
or five hours in a summer session is considered full-time
enrollment for graduate students. Following are several
exceptions to this general rule:
• For purposes of fulfilling the Ph.D. residency
requirement, six hours enrollment in the fall or winter and
three hours enrollment in the summer will be considered
full-time enrollment for an interdisciplinary Ph.D. student
with at least a .25 FTE GTA/GRA appointment.
• For purposes of fulfilling the Ph.D. residency
requirement, six hours enrollment in the fall or winter and
three hours enrollment in the summer will be considered
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full-time enrollment for interdisciplinary Ph.D. students
who are UMKC employees, with academic appointments
of at least .5 FTE.
• The credit-hour requirement to be classified as a full-time
student and to satisfy the Ph.D. residency requirement for
students who hold full-time teaching appointments at
regionally accredited four-year institutions of higher
education will be the same as for students holding a
GTA/GRA appointment at UMKC.
Non-Interdisciplinary Ph.D. and Ed.D. Students: The
residency requirement for the Ed.D. student or
non-interdisciplinary Ph.D. may be satisfied using the same
guidelines stipulated for interdisciplinary Ph.D. students, or in
any one of the following alternate ways:
1. Two consecutive semesters of 12 credits each term of
resident coursework at UMKC following the completion
of at least 24 credits of graduate study.
2. Three terms of eight credits each term of resident
coursework at UMKC, to be completed within 18 months
and following the completion of at least 24 credits of
graduate study.
3. Two consecutive semesters of nine credits each term of
resident coursework at UMKC while employed at least
half time for the University in teaching or research and
following the completion of at least 24 credits of graduate
study.
D.M.A. Students: The residency requirement for the D.M.A.
may be satisfied in any one of the following ways:
1. Two consecutive semesters with a minimum of nine
credits each.
2. One semester with a minimum of nine credits and two
summer sessions with a minimum of five credits each,
provided that the full-time semester is adjacent to one of
the summer sessions. It is expected that the summer
sessions be consecutive.
3. Completion of 24 credits within 18 consecutive months.
Comprehensive Examination
To advance to degree candidacy, doctoral students are required
to pass a comprehensive examination. D.M.A. students
selecting a non-dissertation option may satisfy the
comprehensive examination requirement during their final
semester. For all other doctoral students, the comprehensive
examination must be successfully completed at least seven
months before the date of graduation:
• For graduation in May: Nov. 1
• For graduation in July: Dec. 1
• For graduation in December: May 1
The following requirements must have been met before
students can take the comprehensive examination(s):
1. Assignment of a supervisory committee.
2. Successful completion of the qualifying examination, if
required.
3. Filing and approval of the program of study and
completion of essentially all coursework required for the
degree.
4. If required by the academic unit, satisfactory
demonstration of foreign language proficiency through
accepted coursework or other evidence specified by the
student’s supervisory committee.
5. Completion of residency in most cases.
The comprehensive examination may be written, oral or both.
Through their advisers, students will apply to the graduate
officer in their academic unit for an examining committee to be
composed of a minimum of five members of the graduate
faculty. This committee shall consist of members of students’
supervisory committees and such others as the graduate officer
may select.
The examination will be arranged and supervised by the
adviser. It will generally terminate within one month after it
starts. Upon satisfactory completion of the examination, the
student’s adviser sends a report of the results of the
examination, with the signatures of all members of the
examining committee, to the graduate officer, who, in turn,
informs the student and the registrar.
A student is considered to have passed the comprehensive
examination if all, or all but one member, of the examining
committee vote that the candidate passes. If failure is reported,
the examining committee will either recommend termination
of status as a doctoral student or suggest additional work or
other remedial measures. Furthermore, a student who has
failed may not take a second examination for at least 12 weeks.
Failure of a second comprehensive examination shall
automatically preclude candidacy at this institution.
Program Time Constraints for Doctoral Students
The doctoral student must take and pass the doctoral
comprehensive examination and advance to candidacy within
five years from the beginning of doctoral coursework (within
four years if entering with a master’s degree in the same or
closely related field). After the establishment of degree
candidacy, a maximum of five years will be allowed for
completion of degree requirements. Failure to complete the
work within the periods specified will necessitate re-evaluation
of the entire program and may result in a notice of termination.
In compelling circumstances and on the written
recommendation of a majority of the student’s supervisory
committee members, the dean of the School of Graduate
Studies may grant a one-year extension. Some academic units
may impose more stringent time requirements.
Required Enrollment
See the “Minimum Academic Regulations Specific to All
Graduate Degree Programs” in this section.
Dissertation and Completion of Degree
Doctoral Dissertation Requirement
All UMKC Ph.D. degrees and the Ed.D. degree require a
dissertation as the final component of the program. The
dissertation is also a requirement in some D.M.A. programs
and an option in others. The doctoral faculty view the
dissertation as one of the most important aspects of the
student’s experience because:
• It is a work of original research or scholarship that makes
a contribution to existing knowledge.
• It is an educational experience that demonstrates the
candidate’s mastery of research methods and tools of the
specialized fields.
• It demonstrates the candidate’s ability to address a major
intellectual problem.
For regulations pertaining to formatting the dissertation and the
process for approval, the reader is directed to “Thesis and
Dissertation Preparation and Approval Process,” included
under “Minimum Academic Regulations Specific to All
Graduate Degree Programs” in the School of Graduate Studies
catalog section.
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Final Dissertation Examination
Final examinations in defense of the dissertation are open to all
members of the doctoral faculty, who may attend as interested
observers. The format and procedures of the defense are
determined by the supervisory committee and its chair. The
date, time, and location must be announced and published at
least two weeks before each final examination takes place.
This examination may be conducted only after the dissertation
has been approved by the dean of the School of Graduate
Studies, and may not be administered when UMKC is not
officially in session.
The defense of the dissertation is approved when a
majority of the supervisory committee recommend approval
and sign the Report of the Result of Final Doctoral
Examination form. Within 48 hours of the defense, the
supervisory committee chair shall report the results of the final
dissertation examination in writing to the candidate. For
non-interdisciplinary doctoral candidates, the supervisory
committee chair shall also report the results of the defense to
the principal graduate adviser (Arts and Sciences) or graduate
officer. The departmental principal graduate adviser (Arts and
Sciences) or graduate officer, in turn, informs the registrar.
Deposit of Approved Dissertation with Libraries
For regulations pertaining to deposit of the approved
dissertation with the libraries, please refer to “Thesis and
Dissertation Preparation and Approval Process,” included
under “Minimum Academic Regulations Specific to All
Graduate Degree Programs” in the School of Graduate Studies
catalog section.
International Graduate Applicant and
Student Information
General Graduate Admission Policies for International
Applicants
Minimum Admission Requirements
Graduates of foreign schools may be considered for admission
to graduate study, subject to the following criteria:
1. They must have completed a course of study at least the
equivalent of a U.S. baccalaureate degree.
2. They must have above-average grades in previous college
study.
3. They are required to establish proof of adequate English
proficiency as part of the UMKC admissions process.
Applicants from countries in which English might be one
of the official languages, but is not necessarily the first
language of the majority of the population, must attain a
minimum composite score of 500 on the Test of English
as a Foreign Language* (TOEFL) to be considered for
admission. The results of this examination must be
received in the UMKC International Student Affairs
Office before the application deadline. In exceptional
cases, the School of Graduate Studies will accept
equivalent scores from other tests such as the MTELP or
ALIGU. Exceptions to this policy are:
• Non-native speakers who hold degrees or diplomas
from post-secondary institutions in English-speaking
countries (such as the United States, Canada,
England, the Republic of Ireland, Australia, and
New Zealand) provided they have spent a minimum
of two years in successful full-time study there and
English was the medium of instruction.
• International transfer students from other institutions
in the United States or Canada who have spent a
minimum of two years in successful full-time study.
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4. Students must be applying for a degree program offered at
this institution.
5. In addition to 1 through 4 above, international graduate
students may be required to satisfy program-specific
admission criteria. For instance, the Graduate
Management Admission Test (GMAT) is required for
applicants for graduate study toward the M.B.A. degree.
Several programs require TOEFL scores that are well
above the minimum stated previously. The Graduate
Record Examination (GRE), including the appropriate
Advanced Test, is either required or strongly
recommended for all other international graduate
applicants. International students planning to apply are
directed to consult the appropriate degree program listing
for additional criteria and medical requirements.
* In the United States, the Educational Testing Service,
Princeton, NJ 08541, U.S.A., can be contacted for application
forms to take this test. TOEFL applications for the
International Testing Program are handled by a number of
agents. Detailed information can be obtained from U.S.
embassies, consulates general, bi-national centers and other
offices throughout the world.
Deadline for Application for Admission
As noted in the general section on graduate admissions, the
graduate degree programs at UMKC have varying schedules
for receiving, reviewing, and acting on applications for
admission. Applicants are directed to the program listings
elsewhere in this catalog. This institution reserves the right to
consider applicants for the most appropriate term. Generally,
international students applying from overseas will be
considered for admission to the fall semester only.
Required Academic Records for International Applicants
Applicants must provide complete and official certificates in
English of all degrees, diplomas, mark sheets, grade reports
and examination records. Secondary school records must be
submitted in all cases in addition to the college/university
transcripts or credentials.
International Applicant and Student Financial Statement
International students must present evidence of sufficient
finances to cover their university and personal expenses while
they are attending UMKC. A prescribed financial statement
must be completed and returned with their other application
materials. UMKC will not assume any financial responsibility
for international students. Students seeking admission to the
graduate level after an undergraduate program must submit a
new financial support statement.
Additional Information and Forms
International applicants who want more information and forms
to apply for admission should write:
International Student Affairs
University of Missouri-Kansas City
5100 Rockhill Road
Kansas City, MO 64110-2499, U.S.A.
Special Institutional Regulations for International
Graduate Students
In addition to the minimum graduate academic regulations and
degree requirements that are common to all graduate students
or specific to their particular degree programs, international
graduate students at UMKC are subject to the following
special requirements and regulations:
Registration with Student Adviser
Admitted international students must clear their attendance and
register at the office of the international student adviser prior to
School of Graduate Studies
their first registration at UMKC. Once admitted, international
graduate students must show satisfactory and regular progress
toward their graduate degrees.
Health Insurance
At every registration at UMKC, international students must
present health insurance with medical evacuation and
repatriation options. Effective fall, 1998, international students
will be required to purchase UMKC mandatory, exclusive
health insurance.
English Proficiency Requirements
Proficiency in written and spoken English is essential to
international graduate students’ success in their degree
programs at UMKC. To ensure that all international graduate
students either already have, or have an opportunity to acquire,
these necessary skills at a level appropriate to their degree
program, the Graduate Officers Committee supports the
following guidelines:
• Current minimum TOEFL scores for entering students
and graduate teaching assistants should be strictly adhered
to by all academic units without exception.
• Prior to their first enrollment in classes at UMKC, newly
admitted international graduate students must take the
English Evaluation Examination conducted by the UMKC
Applied Language Institute (ALI) unless they are
exempted from this requirement by virtue of having
achieved a TOEFL score of at least 600.
• Based on results of the English Evaluation Examination
scores, such students must enroll in and successfully
complete the applied language courses indicated as
necessary by the student’s academic unit in consultation
with the UMKC Applied Language Institute.
• Prospective international graduate students should be
aware that required coursework in English as a second
language may add extra time to their individual graduate
programs of study.
• The only international graduate students exempted from
this policy are the following:
– Native English speakers from English-speaking
countries such as Canada, England, the Republic of
Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand;
– Non-native English speakers who hold degrees or
diplomas from post-secondary institutions in
English-speaking countries (such as the United
States, Canada, England, the Republic of Ireland,
Australia, and New Zealand) provided that they have
spent a minimum of two years of successful
full-time study and English was the medium of
instruction.
Policy on Award of Teaching Assistantships
In 1986, the Missouri State Legislature and the University of
Missouri Board of Curators adopted a policy which seeks to
guarantee effective, high quality instruction for
undergraduates. The state has mandated, and the Board of
Curators fully supports the ruling, that graduate students who
did not receive both their primary and secondary education in a
nation or territory in which English is the primary language
may not hold a teaching appointment during their first term of
enrollment at any public institution of higher education in the
state of Missouri. In addition, all such students shall be tested
for their ability to communicate orally in English in a
classroom setting and shall be given a cultural orientation to
prepare them for teaching prior to being given an appointment.
At UMKC, the following standards are in effect for
international students who wish to be considered for graduate
teaching assistant (GTA) appointments:
• They must have attained a minimum official TOEFL score
of 550.
• They must take the SPEAK (Speaking Proficiency
English Assessment Kit) test and receive a score of 50 or
higher. This test is offered once, at no charge, through
UMKC’s Applied Language Institute (ALI). If students
do not make the required minimum score on the first
taking, they may enroll in English 100-E Special Studies
in Culture Research and Pedagogy for IGTA or retake the
test through ALI for a fee.
• They must participate in the cultural orientation program
provided twice a year by the School of Graduate Studies.
The orientation covers policies and procedures pertaining
to teaching and grading, a profile of UMKC’s student
body, an introduction to degrees offered at UMKC, an
overview of the U.S. system of higher education, teaching
strategies and techniques, and the opportunity to present a
simulated lecture and receive peer feedback. The primary
orientation series is held over several days during the
week prior to the beginning of classes for the fall
semester, followed by weekly seminar sessions on Friday
afternoons during September.
• They must present a simulated lecture or laboratory
demonstration that will be videotaped for review and
approval of their verbal communication skills by the dean
or director of the programs in which they will have a GTA
appointment and by the School of Graduate Studies. (This
may be accomplished during the cultural orientation.)
An international graduate student must have satisfied each of
the above standards in order to be certified to accept a GTA
appointment. International graduate students interested in
being considered for appointment as teaching assistants may
make arrangements for the required testing and evaluation
through the ALI office which is located in Scofield Hall. For
further information or to schedule SPEAK tests, students may
call (816) 235-1186. This phone has a voice message box;
students should leave a name and phone number if no one is
present to take their call.
For information on dates, or to register for the next
Cultural Orientation series, contact the School of Graduate
Studies (816) 235-1161.
International Graduate Teaching Assistant (IGTA)
Certification: The international student will be fully certified
as having met the campus IGTA requirements if the student:
1. Has achieved a 50 or above SPEAK or TSE score.
2. Has prepared a videotaped lecture that is approved by
his/her academic unit representative and the School of
Graduate Studies, and
3. Has satisfied the Cultural Orientation requirement
outlined above.
The international student receives credit for the Cultural
Orientation, but fails to be fully certified if:
1. The student scores below 50 on the SPEAK test or TSE,
2. The student’s videotaped lecture is not approved, the
student is required to enroll in and complete English 100E
during the last eight weeks of the semester in order to
work on English proficiency and/or lecture presentation
skills. During English 100E the student has an
opportunity to retake the SPEAK test and prepare an
acceptable videotaped lecture. IGTA Certification of
students who fall in this category will be contingent upon
re-evaluation after completion of English 100E.
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Intercampus Opportunities for Graduate
Study within the UM System
UM Traveling Scholar Program
This cooperative program is designed to provide breadth and
depth in the opportunities for graduate study offered at the four
campuses of the University of Missouri. Advanced graduate
students are permitted to enroll on other UM campuses in
courses that are not available on their home campus. Normally,
enrollment at the host campus is limited to no more than two
courses per semester. Only students in good standing who have
been admitted to a graduate degree program on the home
campus may participate. Courses completed at the host campus
must be applicable toward requirements for the degree sought
by students at the home campus, either by way of transfer
credit or as resident courses. Interested students should contact
the School of Graduate Studies or their principal graduate
adviser for additional information.
Cooperative Doctoral Degrees
Through the UM cooperative doctoral program, graduate
faculty members, who hold membership in the doctoral faculty
of the University of Missouri, are eligible to serve as directors
of doctoral dissertations on their resident campus, as well as on
any of the other three campuses offering a doctoral degree in
the doctoral-faculty member’s academic field. Students who
want to pursue doctoral-degree programs in conjunction with
one of the other three campuses of the University of Missouri
may do so in accordance with the guidelines listed below. The
registrars at UMC, UMR, or UMSL can provide information
on admission procedures for the doctoral programs on their
respective campuses. The cooperative program is particularly
appropriate for students seeking a doctoral degree that is not
offered at the campus where they currently are enrolled. Direct
specific inquiries regarding participation by doctoral faculty on
the UMKC campus to the dean or chairperson of the UMKC
academic unit offering a graduate program in the desired field
of study.
In the following guidelines, the terms primary campus,
graduate school or dean refer to that granting the degree.
• Students must be accepted by the department or area
granting the degree and must comply with all the rules of
the primary graduate school and discipline/area
regulations.
• The dissertation adviser must be a member of the doctoral
faculty of the University.
• Advisory/supervisory committees, comprehensive
committees, and oral committees, as required, will be
appointed by the primary graduate dean in consultation
with the graduate dean on the participating campus,
drawing on faculty on both the cooperating and primary
campus.
1. The makeup of each committee will normally be
recommended by the major adviser with the
approval of the appropriate director of graduate
studies/department chair/divisional dean as per
normal campus procedures.
2. In cases where students are on a cooperating
campus:
(a) The adviser/supervisory committee chair may
or may not be on the same campus. If that
person is on the cooperating campus, at least
three of the five members of the committee will
be from the primary campus.
(b) Students must complete the residency
requirement on the primary campus.
Exceptions to this ruling must be justified fully
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with emphasis on quality and cost
considerations and must have the approval of
the primary graduate dean.
• Selection of the cooperating departments and preparation
of a program must be completed at the earliest possible
moment and communicated via the primary graduate dean
to the participants involved. Both graduate deans will
maintain program files relative to students. Respective
graduate deans are responsible for the quality of that
portion of the cooperative program that is performed on
their campus and under the jurisdiction of their faculty.
• Reporting of the degree shall be the responsibility of the
primary campus. The cooperating campus shall be given
credit in terms of student credit hours and/or dissertation
credits for the work completed on that campus and shall
provide suitable recognition of dissertation advisers and
the committee members.
Potential Sources of Financial Support for
Graduate Study
Graduate Teaching and Research Assistantships
Financial support for graduate students is most frequently
provided through the academic unit in which the student is
enrolled. This support may be in the form of a Graduate
Teaching Assistantship (GTA), a Graduate Research
Assistantship (GRA) or a named fellowship. The stipend
amounts and number of awards vary from unit to unit. Students
interested in consideration for such support should contact the
principal graduate adviser or graduate officer in the respective
unit for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Each semester, students who hold GTA or GRA
appointments may also be recommended by their academic
units for chancellor’s GTA/GRA fee remission awards. These
awards cover the basic graduate educational fee for six (6)
credit hours.
For students who are not residents of Missouri, an
additional benefit of having a GTA or GRA appointment is that
it qualifies them for a chancellor’s non-resident fee remission.
A minimum FTE of 25 percent (a full-time equivalent of 100
percent is 40 hours) is required to be eligible for this latter
award.
Federally Supported Sources of Financial
Aid
Graduate students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents
and who are enrolled at least half-time, with financial need
demonstrated via the FFS analysis, may be considered for aid
through the College Work Study Program. They may also
apply for a Perkins Loan (formerly NDSL) or a Guaranteed
Student Loan. Additional information on these programs is
available from the UMKC Financial Aid and Scholarships
Office, 116 Administrative Center, 5115 Oak St., Kansas City,
MO 64110-2499, (816) 235-1154. Staff are available for
information, inquiries, and assistance with applications from 8
a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays.
Institutionally Supported Fellowship and
Award Competitions
The School of Graduate Studies administers a number of
annual competitions for graduate fellowships. Fellowship
stipends vary from $600 to $15,000. Some include remission
of portions of the graduate education fees and all include
remission of non-resident fees, if applicable. Detailed
information and application forms are available from the
School of Graduate Studies office. Applications are normally
due in the early spring (February and March) for fellowships to
School of Graduate Studies
be awarded for the following academic year. Application
deadlines, eligibility and selection criteria, and PDF versions
of the application forms are posted on the School of Graduate
Studies web site: http://www.umkc.edu/sgs.
Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Program
Program Mission, Philosophy, and History
The goal for Ph.D. studies at UMKC is to help students
develop knowledge and skills for independent research on the
fundamental questions of the present and the future. The world
of the future will require scholars with a global approach to
problem solving. It will no longer be enough to know one area,
one discipline, one field. Inquiry and discovery are crossing
disciplines. For example, the insights of the science of chaos
are the products of mathematics, computer science,
meteorology, astronomy, and biology. Study of aging draws on
sociology, psychology, medicine, pharmacy, the life sciences,
and education.
For this reason, in 1990, UMKC developed and introduced
an interdisciplinary doctoral-degree program that spans
traditional boundaries among disciplines. The program is
designed to provide self-directed students with academic
training at the highest level, while allowing their participation
as colleagues in research of fundamental importance. UMKC
is dedicated, within the framework of its interdisciplinary
program leading to the Ph.D., to provide education of the
highest quality.
Scholars in the program fully participate in their own
learning, guided by our philosophy that facts must be tempered
by values and that true excellence in scholarship demands a
far-reaching context of knowledge. The program has grown
rapidly. In the fall 1999 term, 328 students were enrolled in the
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program. More than 100 students have
graduated.
The following four core values underscore UMKC’s
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program:
Learning is enhanced by a search for knowledge across
discipline boundaries. Therefore, the program:
• Is student-centered
• Enables students to acquire the skills of interdisciplinary
scholarship and research
• Broadens students exposure to multiple academic fields.
Interdisciplinary research draws on discipline-based
knowledge, generating integrated solutions to problems that
cross discipline boundaries. Therefore, the program:
• Is problem-oriented
• Integrates the attributes of a broad-based interdisciplinary
approach with the grounding of a traditional academic
focus
• Provides a solid grounding in theories, concepts and
methodologies of two or more disciplines.
Learning thrives in an environment open to a diversity of ideas,
cultural backgrounds, discipline perspectives, and approaches
to problems. Therefore, the program:
• Instills an appreciation of different disciplines
• Integrates the disciplinary perspectives to give students
the methodological and theoretical tools to thrive in a
wide range of scholarly and professional environments.
Society derives great benefit from collaborative efforts that
transcend discipline boundaries to solve problems. Therefore,
the program:
• Prepares individuals to be multi-functional; to combine
disparate skills to solve problems
• Provides opportunities for individuals to gain skills in
working within a collaborative environment.
Program Administration
Quality control of the Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program rests
with those faculty members certified by the University of
Missouri to chair and serve on doctoral supervisory
committees. These doctoral faculty members are responsible
for the design and implementation of a student’s doctoral plan
of study and for the assessment of the qualifications of a
student they recommend to the curators for the Ph.D. degree.
To help students formulate an appropriate plan of study, the
doctoral faculty are divided into five broad groups
corresponding to research interests and expertise. The
groupings do not preclude a Ph.D. plan of study and research
involving more than one of these five groups, but are intended
only to provide a structure that will assist students and doctoral
faculty in developing a plan of study for each Ph.D. student.
A 15-member Ph.D. Executive Committee of the doctoral
faculty, chaired by the dean of the School of Graduate Studies,
formulates the policies that govern interdisciplinary Ph.D.
studies. Ten members of the committee are elected by the
doctoral faculty and five members are appointed by the
chancellor, in consultation with the elected members. There
are three members from each of the five broad research areas.
This process ensures representation from across the primary
areas of responsibility assigned to the campus by the curators.
The Ph.D. Executive Committee also is charged with
formulating, monitoring, and reviewing goals of the Ph.D.
program and recommending changes in goals, procedures, and
policies to the faculty. Any proposed major change must be
ratified by the doctoral faculty of the campus.
Program Description
Applicants must meet both the general and the
discipline-specific criteria for admission and be recommended
for admission by the doctoral faculty review groups in at least
two disciplines. Upon approval by the graduate dean, students
are admitted to the School of Graduate Studies. The School of
Graduate Studies monitors student progress in the program,
enforces program regulations, and facilitates communication
among the disciplines. A discipline coordinator, usually a
doctoral faculty member, coordinates admission reviews and
tracking of students within each discipline.
Doctoral students in this program take coursework and
conduct their research in at least two disciplines. The content
of their program of study is not predetermined, but formulated
by them, in consultation with UMKC doctoral faculty, to meet
their individual needs and research interests, satisfy
discipline-specific requirements, and assure that upon
graduation they will be able to:
• Demonstrate appropriate depth and breadth of knowledge
in their disciplines
• Use skills of interdisciplinary scholarship and research to
integrate multiple discipline perspectives
• Understand and value diverse approaches to problems
• Work effectively in a collaborative environment
• Effectively communicate results of their research to
diverse audiences
Disciplines participating for the fall 2000 admissions cycle:
Administrative and Information Sciences
Public Affairs and Administration (Henry W. Bloch
School of Business & Public Administration)
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School of Graduate Studies
Biological and Chemical Sciences
Cell Biology and Biophysics (School of Biological
Sciences)
Molecular Biology and Biochemistry (School of
Biological Sciences)
Chemistry (College of Arts & Sciences)
Oral Biology (School of Dentistry)
Pharmaceutical Sciences (School of Pharmacy)
Pharmacology (School of Pharmacy)
Humanities and Arts
Art History (College of Arts & Sciences)
English (College of Arts & Sciences)
Music Education (Conservatory of Music)
Religious Studies (College of Arts & Sciences)
Physical, Mathematical, Engineering, and Computer Sciences
Engineering (Coordinated Engineering Program)
Geosciences (College of Arts & Sciences)
Mathematics (College of Arts & Sciences)
Physics (College of Arts & Sciences)
Computer Networking (Computer Science
Telecommunications)
Software Architecture (Computer Science
Telecommunications)
Telecommunications Networking (Computer Science
Telecommunications)
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Education (School of Education)
Health Psychology (clinical and non-clinical tracks)
(College of Arts & Sciences)
History (College of Arts & Sciences)
Political Science (College of Arts & Sciences)
Psychology (College of Arts & Sciences)
Sociology (College of Arts & Sciences)
Social Sciences Consortium: Economics,
Political Science and Sociology
(only available as a co-discipline option)
The above list of participating disciplines constitutes a
dynamic list that can change annually as members are added to
or dropped from the doctoral faculty, or as the resources in
various academic units change. Applicants should contact the
School of Graduate Studies Office for information about
modifications to the above list that might have occurred since
this catalog was prepared.
Admission to UMKC’s School of Graduate Studies’
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program is highly competitive.
Enrollment in the program is limited, and admission is granted
only to students who have a mature commitment to advanced
study and scholarship. Admission also is subject to availability
of adequate faculty and other resources within an applicant’s
chosen disciplines.
Within the first 12 months of being fully admitted, each
student develops a Ph.D. Plan of Study proposal in
consultation with the doctoral faculty members who have
agreed to serve on the student’s supervisory committee.
Although no fixed set of courses is required, students are
expected to prepare a rigorous plan of study. The number of
credits included on the plan of study shall be predicated upon
the extent of the student’s previous academic preparation, the
discipline specific requirements of the student’s disciplines,
and the nature of the student’s field of study. In addition to the
credits necessary to fulfill the Ph.D. residency requirement of
three consecutive terms of full-time enrollment, a student
entering the program directly from the baccalaureate level
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should anticipate taking at least the usual number of hours
required to complete a master’s degree. More credit hours may
be required by either the student’s supervisory committee, the
student’s disciplines, the Ph.D. Executive Committee, or the
dean of the School of Graduate Studies.
Ph.D. students must take and pass a comprehensive
examination containing components of each discipline to
which they have been admitted to determine if they are ready
to advance to candidacy and the final phases of their Ph.D.
program. Typically the comprehensive examination will be
conducted as the student nears completion of the didactic
coursework listed on his or her plan of study.
The final phases of the Ph.D. program shall comprise:
• Completion of significant research
• A written dissertation acceptable to the doctoral faculty
• Successful oral defense of the research work and
dissertation.
Application Procedure and Minimum
Criteria for Admission
When preparing an application for admission, applicants must
choose two or more disciplines of primary interest. The
applicant also must designate which one of the disciplines is to
become the applicant’s coordinating unit for initial advising,
record-keeping, and receiving/sending mail in the event that
admission is granted. A student’s research adviser must be
affiliated with the student’s coordinating unit discipline.
Application for admission to Interdisciplinary Ph.D. study
is made to the dean of the School of Graduate Studies through
the UMKC Admissions Office or, in the case of international
applicants, through the UMKC International Student Affairs
Office. Applicants may obtain a special application packet by
contacting the UMKC School of Graduate Studies office,
located in room 300F Administrative Center; 5115 Oak St.
E-mail may be sent to graduate@umkc.edu.; the phone number
is (816) 235-1161.
The mailing address: UMKC School of Graduate Studies,
300F Administrative Center, 5100 Rockhill Road, Kansas City,
MO 64110-2499.
The general criteria for admission for Interdisciplinary
Ph.D. proram study:
• A combined raw score of at least 1,500 on the verbal,
quantitative, and analytical portions on the general
Graduate Record Examination (GRE). [If an applicant’s
GRE scores are more than seven (7) years old, and other
predictors of ability to do doctoral-level work in the
applicant’s file are marginal, the Ph.D. Executive
Committee may ask the applicant to retake the GRE
general test before an admission decision is made.]
• A grade-point average of at least 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale)
covering all college work taken prior to the bachelor’s
degree, or a grade-point average of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0
scale) covering all post-baccalaureate work completed to
date.
• Recommendation for provisional or full admission by the
doctoral faculty review group in at least two participating
disciplines.
Applicants for whom English is not the native language must
have a TOEFL score of at least 550 on the paper-based test or
213 on the computer-based test. In addition, to qualify for full
admission status and be able to begin satisfying the program’s
residency requirement, international students must achieve a
score of at least 4.0 on the Test of Written English (TWE)
portion of the TOEFL examination. Students admitted
provisionally because of the TWE requirement may take a
School of Graduate Studies
TWE equivalency test through UMKC’s Applied Language
Institute once they arrive on campus.
Participating disciplines may establish whatever additional
criteria or higher standards they consider to be appropriate and
such discipline-specific criteria will take precedence over the
general criteria. Applicants should note that several discipline
areas have set more rigorous admission requirements, and a
number of discipline areas have established qualifying
requirements for students who intend to include that discipline
in their doctoral program. These discipline-specific
requirements range from specific prerequisite coursework, to
successful completion of a qualifying examination, to having
the equivalent of a master’s degree in the area, to having higher
scores on specific segments of the GRE examination, and are
listed in greater detail later in this section.
Students may apply for admission to Ph.D. study with or
without meeting the general criteria of the School of Graduate
Studies and any additional criteria established by the discipline
areas. Meeting these criteria does not automatically make any
student eligible for admission. In exceptional circumstances,
students who do not meet the general criteria of the School of
Graduate Studies and the disciplines may be admitted to Ph.D.
study.
The minimum requirements for admission to the School of
Graduate Studies and the Ph.D. program are determined by the
doctoral faculty in the academic units in which the student will
be doing work, and by the UMKC doctoral faculty through
representation on the Ph.D. Executive Committee. Admission
to the Ph.D. program is subject to availability of adequate
faculty and other resources within an applicant’s chosen
disciplines and the approvals of the dean of the School of
Graduate Studies and the Ph.D. Executive Committee.
Application Procedure
The preferred deadlines for application:
Fall Semester or Summer Session: Feb. 1
Winter Semester: Sept. 1
Although new students may be accepted in all terms, because
of course sequencing, it is recommended that Ph.D. students
enter in the fall semester, and applicants are advised that some
disciplines will only consider applications for the fall term.
Applicants are responsible for:
• Submitting a completed Application for Admission or
Readmission to Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Studies form to
the UMKC Admissions Office. All applications must be
accompanied by appropriate non-refundable application
fee ($25 for new applicants, $15 for applicants who
applied but never attended).
• Submitting a one-page narrative statement outlining
professional background and educational plans with the
completed application form.
• Having the following supplementary documentation sent
to the UMKC Admissions Office:
– Official test scores (GRE, TOEFL, etc.) The
applicant must request the testing agency to send
official GRE test scores to the School of Graduate
Studies. The Educational Testing Service does not
report GRE scores more than 20 years old or scores
more than five years old but earned since Sept. 30,
1985.
– Official transcripts from all colleges attended. All
applicants must submit an official transcript from
the school where their bachelor’s degrees were
obtained. This transcript must show all courses,
grades and credits attempted or completed at the
undergraduate level. Unless the transcript of the
degree-granting institution shows the complete
record of undergraduate work taken at all other
schools, an official transcript from each of the other
institutions must be supplied. In addition, applicants
must submit an official transcript from each school
where other coursework has been taken or degrees
have been obtained after the bachelor’s degree.
– Three Recommendations for Interdisciplinary
Ph.D. Study forms.
– Any supplemental material requested by the
discipline(s). Note that several disciplines require
professional writing samples, tentative outlines of
plans of study, resumes, or other supplemental
materials to complete the application packet.
Applicants should consult the discipline-specific
information to determine whether supplemental
materials are required by the disciplines they select.
International applicants must also submit the following
additional forms:
• Summary of Education Experiences by Years form.
• Official Statement of Finances form
• If transferring from another U.S. institution, a
Supplemental Information form.
All credentials submitted in support of the application for
admission to the Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program become
UMKC property. They will not be returned to the
applicants and UMKC cannot copy them for release to a
third party.
Once the UMKC Admissions Office has received the
application, application fee (if applicable), transcripts of
previous work, and GRE scores, the application file is
transmitted to the School of Graduate Studies. The School of
Graduate Studies notifies each applicant by mail when the
application packet has been forwarded to them. If
recommendation forms or supplementary documentation
appropriate to the applicant’s discipline selections are missing
at that time, the applicant will be advised of the date by which
all materials must be received in order to have the application
reviewed by the faculty review groups in the specified
disciplines for admission in the terms requested. The School of
Graduate Studies transmits completed application files to the
doctoral faculty review groups in each discipline the applicant
has indicated on the application form.
Faculty review groups usually will not take action on an
application unless all supporting documentation is on file.
Applicants with files that are incomplete at the time the
discipline(s) review applications will be so notified and asked
whether they wish to have their applications updated for
consideration for admission in a subsequent term.
An applicant can expect the review and recommendation
process to take approximately 30 days from the time all
supporting documentation has been received. The faculty
review groups in some disciplines review all applications as a
group, while in other disciplines, applications are reviewed and
acted upon on a revolving basis, as received. The review and
recommendation process within the disciplines varies in length
depending upon the disciplines’ review policies.
For questions about the contents of their admission files or
to determine whether their applications have been transmitted
to the School of Graduate Studies for review, applicants may
call the Admissions Office (816) 235-1111 or contact Relay
Missouri at 1-800-735-2966 (TT) 1-800-735-2466 (Voice).
Once the application has been transmitted to the School of
Graduate Studies, applicants may call (816) 235-1161 for
information on the status of their applications.
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School of Graduate Studies
Minimum Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Academic
Regulations and Degree Requirements
The following requirements pertain specifically to students
pursuing interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs. However,
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. students are subject to, and also should
refer to, those regulations common to all graduate students and
the dissertation requirements common to all doctoral students
included in previous segments of this catalog section. Students
should also consult the specific requirements for the disciplines
to which they have been admitted. Where discipline
requirements are more stringent than the general requirements,
the discipline requirements take precedence.
Change of Disciplines by Admitted Students
Once a student is admitted to Interdisciplinary Ph.D. study, any
change of disciplines requires a full review process by the
disciplines and subcommittees, similar to the initial admission
review. Forms to initiate this review may be obtained from the
School of Graduate Studies or the principal graduate adviser in
the student’s coordinating unit discipline.
Interim Adviser
Once an Interdisciplinary Ph.D. student is admitted to the
School of Graduate Studies, the dean, upon recommendation
from the student’s disciplines, identifies a doctoral-faculty
member from each discipline to serve as the student’s interim
adviser in that discipline. Ph.D. students who have had
minimal prior graduate study will be encouraged to explore
research opportunities before choosing fields of endeavor.
As the Ph.D. student progresses and develops focused
research interests, the interim advisers are expected to assist in
identifying potential research advisers among doctoral-faculty
members in appropriate research areas with whom the student
can discuss research plans. The interim advisers also provide
academic guidance until the Ph.D. student selects a research
adviser, has satisfied all qualifying requirements and is fully
admitted to Ph.D. study. The interim adviser in the student’s
coordinating-unit discipline reports on the student’s progress to
the dean of the School of Graduate Studies. If another faculty
member has not been identified as the research adviser by the
time the student is fully admitted and ready to formulate the
plan of study, the interim adviser in the coordinating
unit-discipline will automatically become the student’s
research adviser.
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
Admission to the Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Program is granted on
a provisional or fully admitted basis as determined by the
doctoral faculty review group of the student’s chosen
discipline(s). Upon their acceptance as provisional Ph.D.
students, applicants are notified of the specific qualifying
requirements they must satisfy before they can be classified as
fully admitted Ph.D. students. Provisional admission does not
guarantee advancement to full admission, and full admission
does not guarantee advancement to Ph.D. candidacy.
At the end of each academic year, the interim adviser
reports the provisional Ph.D. student’s progress toward
satisfying the qualifying requirements to the dean of the
School of Graduate Studies. When all qualifying requirements
have been completed, the interim adviser requests that the
student’s classification be changed to fully admitted.
Research Adviser and Supervisory Committee
The chair and a majority of the members of a student’s
supervisory committee must be from disciplines certified as
eligible to participate in the Ph.D. program. The student’s
research adviser must be a regular doctoral faculty member
from the student’s coordinating unit discipline.
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The adviser assists the student in identifying other
members of the doctoral faculty to form a supervisory
committee appropriate to the student’s research goals. A
request for appointment of supervisory committee is included
as part of the written proposal for the student’s Ph.D. plan of
study.
The supervisory committee shall consist of at least five
members of the doctoral faculty, with a maximum of three
from any one discipline and at least one from each chosen
discipline. An outside reader may also be included on the
supervisory committee as a non-voting member.
Students with religious studies as their coordinating unit
discipline may include two adjunct doctoral faculty members
from religious studies on their supervisory committees. With
that one exception, no more than one member of an
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. student’s supervisory committee may
be an adjunct doctoral faculty member, and the adjunct
member may not be counted toward the mandated
representation from each discipline on the committee. An
adjunct doctoral faculty member can serve as co-chair but not
as sole chair of an Interdisciplinary Ph.D. supervisory
committee.
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Plan of Study
After being granted full admission status, a student chooses a
research adviser and forms a supervisory committee. In
consultation with the research adviser and other members of
the proposed supervisory committee, the student prepares a
proposed Ph.D. plan of study, obtains all required signatures,
and submits the proposed plan to the School of Graduate
Studies for review and final approval by the Ph.D. Executive
Committee. This submission will typically be accomplished
during the first semester that the student is classified as fully
admitted, and must occur within 12 months from the time that
status has been achieved.
The written Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Plan of Study includes
all work to be completed at UMKC to satisfy degree
requirements. The first part of the written plan lists any
background coursework that has been taken prior to admission
that lays the foundation for the proposed doctoral study. The
second part of the plan includes courses and other activities at
UMKC that should normally be completed over approximately
two years from the time the Ph.D. student is fully admitted, a
statement about overall plans for study and research, and a list
of the proposed members of the supervisory committee.
The Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Plan of Study Guidelines
• The plan must include work from two or more disciplines,
with a maximum of 60 percent of the total credits
(exclusive of dissertation credits) from any one discipline
area
• The plan must satisfy the applicable discipline-specific
core requirements of all of the student’s disciplines
• At least two-thirds of the total courses included on part
two of the plan of study must be numbered 500 or above
if taken at UMKC, or, if taken from an institution with a
course-numbering system that differs from UMKC’s, be
courses intended primarily for graduate students
• UMKC courses at the 100 and 200 level, and courses with
equivalent lower-division numbers taken at another
institution, are not available for graduate credit and may
not be applied toward the hours required for the degree
nor included in the discipline percentages
• At least 75 percent of the coursework on the plan,
exclusive of dissertation credits, must be in disciplines
certified as eligible to participate in the Interdisciplinary
Ph.D. program
School of Graduate Studies
• Students’ needs will be examined on a case-by-case basis
by their supervisory committees, and appropriate
language or related research skill requirements will be
incorporated into each student’s plan of study
If modifications to discipline-specific requirements are made
after the student is admitted, the student has the option of
proceeding under either the requirements in place at the time he
or she entered the Ph.D. program or the current requirements.
Plan of Study Approval Process
Once the supervisory committee members and student have
agreed on and signed the plan of study, appropriate academic
officers corresponding to the student’s choice of disciplines
[dean(s) or program director(s), department chair(s), division
head(s), etc.], must then review and certify by signature that
the courses and all other resources are currently available at
UMKC and in the respective units for the student to initiate the
plan of study. The student then submits the certified plan of
study to the dean of the School of Graduate Studies for review
and approval by the appropriate subcommittees of the Ph.D.
Executive Committee.
The subcommittees of the Ph.D. Executive Committee
will accept Ph.D. plan of study proposals for review only if:
• The Ph.D. coursework falls within the guidelines outlined
above.
• The student will enroll at UMKC for dissertation credit
under the supervision of a UMKC member of the UM
doctoral faculty.
• The plan includes written assurance from the appropriate
academic officers that: (1) adequate faculty, laboratories,
library support and all other necessary resources are
presently available at UMKC to support the proposed
Ph.D. plan of study, and (2) the courses included in the
plan are either presently available at UMKC and/or on the
UM Video Network (this would include courses offered
by other universities on the UMKC campus but offered by
another regionally accredited campus), can be taken by
the student as a visiting student in a time period less than
that required to satisfy the residency requirements on the
other campus.
The appropriate Ph.D. Executive Committee subcommittees
will review the certified plan of study within 60 calendar days
and will either recommend to the dean of the School of
Graduate Studies approval of the plan as presented or will
return the plan to the student with recommendations for
modification. Once the proposed plan of study and supervisory
committee are approved by the Ph.D. Executive Committee,
the dean of the School of Graduate Studies will confirm the
appointment of those doctoral-faculty members who will serve
as the student’s supervisory committee and file the plan with
the registrar. Any further modifications of the plan of study
must be made in consultation with the student’s supervisory
committee and major modifications must be approved by the
Ph.D. Executive Committee.
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Residency Requirement
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. students may not satisfy the residency
requirement during the time they are classified as provisionally
admitted. Once a student has been fully admitted, the
residency requirement for the interdisciplinary Ph.D. may be
satisfied by three consecutive semesters (fall-winter-fall or
winter-fall-winter) or three consecutive terms including one
summer session (a fall and winter semester plus one adjacent
summer session) of full-time enrollment. In general, nine hours
enrollment in a fall or winter semester or five hours enrollment
in a summer session is considered full-time enrollment for
graduate students. A more detailed description of this
requirement and alternate definitions for full-time enrollment
may be found in Minimum Academic Regulations Governing
Doctoral Degree Programs (Ed.D., Ph.D., and D.M.A.).
Transfer Credit
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. plans of study are tailored to the needs
of individual students based on their prior academic work as
evidenced by transcripts and other credentials. Because no
minimum or maximum hours are stipulated for a Ph.D. course
of study, transfer of credit from other institutions is not needed.
However, an approved plan of study may recognize class work
from elsewhere, either as qualifying courses or as relevant to a
program of study.
Comprehensive Examination
To advance to degree candidacy, Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
students are required to pass a comprehensive examination
containing components from each discipline to which they
have been admitted. The doctoral comprehensive examinations
must be completed at least seven months before the date of
graduation.
The following requirements must have been met before
students can take the comprehensive examination(s):
1. Successful completion of all qualifying requirements and
full admission to the School of Graduate Studies.
2. Appointment of a research adviser and supervisory
committee.
3. Filing and approval of the Ph.D. plan of study and
completion of essentially all coursework or other study
required for the degree.
The student must be enrolled when taking the comprehensive
examination. Comprehensive examinations are not
administered when UMKC is not officially in session. The
comprehensive examination may be written, oral or both. A
student, through his or her adviser, applies to the dean of the
School of Graduate Studies for an examining committee. This
committee consists of members of the student’s supervisory
committee and others selected by the dean of the School of
Graduate Studies. The examination is arranged and conducted
by the examining committee. Upon completion of the
examination, the student’s research adviser sends a report of
the results, carrying the signatures of all members of the
examining committee, to the dean of the School of Graduate
Studies, who then informs the student and the registrar.
A student is considered to have passed the comprehensive
examination if all, or all but one member, of the examining
committee vote that the candidate passes. If failure is reported,
the examining committee will either recommend termination
as a Ph.D. student or suggest additional work or other remedial
measures. Furthermore, a student who has failed may not take
a second examination for at least 12 weeks. Failure of a second
comprehensive examination shall automatically preclude
candidacy at this institution.
Program Time Constraints
Refer to Minimum Academic Regulations Governing Doctoral
Degree Programs (Ed.D., Ph.D., and D.M.A.) section in this
catalog for a full description of the program time constraints
for doctoral students.
Dissertation Research Proposal Development and Approval
The student’s supervisory committee must approve the
research activities associated with a dissertation. These
activities must be performed under the direct and continuing
supervision of the supervisory committee chair. If the proposed
research involves the use of human subjects, animals or
radioactive materials, the student and the research adviser must
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obtain prior written approval of the proposed research by the
appropriate Institutional Review Board, the Animal Care and
Use Committee or the Radiation Safety Committee.
For the approval process, the Ph.D. candidate must submit
a brief dissertation research proposal. The dissertation
proposal shall include the following:
• An abstract
• A statement regarding the general purpose of the research
• Background information including a review of the
relevant literature, the rationale for the research and a
concise statement of the hypotheses to be investigated
and/or the research questions to be answered
• Methods
• Appropriate protocol or application if human subjects,
animals or radioactive materials are to be used in the
research.
This proposal must be approved in writing by all members of
the student’s supervisory committee and filed with the School
of Graduate Studies. It is in the best interest of the Ph.D.
student to complete the approval process of the dissertation
research proposal before significant progress is made on the
completion of the dissertation. Any important changes in the
research outlined in the proposal must be approved by the
supervisory committee.
Dissertation and Completion of Degree
Doctoral Dissertation Requirement
The dissertation is the final component of the program. (For
regulations pertaining to dissertation format and the process for
approval, the reader is directed to Dissertation and Completion
of Degree, under Minimum Academic Regulations Specific to
Doctoral Degree Programs section of this catalog and to Thesis
and Dissertation Preparation and Approval Process, included
under Minimum Academic Regulations Specific to All
Graduate Degree Programs section of this catalog.)
Final Dissertation Examination
Final examinations in defense of the dissertation are open to all
members of the doctoral faculty, who may attend as interested
observers. The format and procedures of the defense are
determined by the supervisory committee and its chair. The
date, time and location must be announced and published at
least two weeks before the final examination takes place. This
examination may be conducted only after the dissertation has
been approved by the dean of the School of Graduate Studies,
and may not be administered when UMKC is not officially in
session.
The defense of the dissertation is approved when a
majority of the supervisory committee recommend approval
and sign the Report of the Result of Final Doctoral
Examination form. Within 48 hours of the defense, the
supervisory committee chair shall report the results of the final
dissertation examination in writing to the candidate. For
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. candidates the results are to be reported
to the dean of the School of Graduate Studies. The dean of the
School of Graduate Studies, in turn, informs the registrar.
Deposit of Approved Dissertation with Libraries
For regulations pertaining to deposit of the approved
dissertation with the libraries, the reader is directed to the
Thesis and Dissertation Preparation and Approval Process
included under Minimum Academic Regulations Specific to
All Graduate Degree Programs, in the School of Graduate
Studies section of this catalog.
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Student Appeal Process
Students should process any petitions for waiver of policy or
other academic appeals to their interim advisers or research
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advisers. The advisers should attach their recommendation and
forward the request to the doctoral faculty review groups
within the disciplines.
If the appeal does not require a policy decision, action on
the appeal may be handled at the discipline level. If a policy
decision is required or if, after action by the discipline, the
student wishes a higher level of review of the case, the appeal
or petition, complete with documentation of all reviews to that
point, may be forwarded to the dean of the School of Graduate
Studies for action or referral to the appropriate subcommittees
of the Ph.D. Executive Committee.
Doctoral Student Association
The UMKC Doctoral Student Association was formed in 1991
to provide an opportunity for doctoral students to interact with
each other and to support the students in their academic and
research endeavors. The association sponsors a variety of
social and academic programs throughout the year.
Membership in the UMKC Doctoral Student Association is
open to all duly enrolled Interdisciplinary Ph.D. students.
Doctoral students in other UMKC programs are eligible to be
associate members and are welcome to participate in all
Doctoral-Student Association activities but are not eligible to
vote or serve on the executive committee.
The association is governed by an executive committee
consisting of three representatives with coordinating
disciplines in each of the following five areas: physical,
mathematical, computer and engineering sciences; biological
and chemical sciences; social and behavioral sciences;
humanities and the arts; and administrative and information
sciences. Any eligible doctoral student who wishes to have his
or her name placed on the ballot must contact the School of
Graduate Studies office by Sept. 15 of each year. Elections are
held by mail and ballots must be returned by Oct. 15 to be
counted. Terms of office are for one year and representatives
may serve up to three consecutive one-year terms on the
Executive Committee.
Doctoral Faculty Participation in the
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Program
On Oct. 7, 1974, the University of Missouri Doctoral Council
approved the creation of a UM doctoral faculty to identify, on
all four UM campuses, qualified faculty members to direct
doctoral dissertations in their disciplines. Uniform minimum
standard criteria for doctoral-faculty membership apply to all
four campuses. In UMKC’s Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program,
all members of a student’s supervisory committee must be
regular, adjunct or emeritus members of the UM doctoral
faculty, and the research adviser must be from the UMKC
campus.
For purposes of the Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program, a
discipline is defined as an academic unit, such as a department
or division (with a chair/head) within a school, college, or
academic program. To be able to participate as a discipline in
the Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program, a discipline, meeting the
above definition, must have at least four regular
doctoral-faculty members.
Doctoral Faculty Discipline Affiliation
Doctoral faculty in each participating discipline are listed with
the discipline-specific information. The code (A) next to a
name indicates adjunct doctoral-faculty status. The code (E)
indicates emeritus status. The code (D) indicates the faculty
member has regular doctoral-faculty affiliations in more than
one discipline.
Continuing doctoral faculty are reviewed for five-year
reappointment and nominations for new appointments are
School of Graduate Studies
considered throughout each academic year. Consequently, the
list of doctoral faculty is dynamic and subject to change.
Current lists are available from the School of Graduate Studies.
Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements
All Interdisciplinary Ph.D. applicants and students must first
meet the general requirements of the School of Graduate
Studies for admission and retention in the Interdisciplinary
Ph.D. program. (Part 1. General Graduate Academic
Regulations and Information, Application Procedure and
Minimum Criteria for Admission, Minimum Interdisciplinary
Ph.D. Academic Regulations and Degree Requirements). In
addition to these general academic regulations that have been
outlined in previous sections of this portion of the general
catalog, disciplines may set more stringent discipline-specific
requirements that take priority over the general requirements.
Discipline-specific requirements for disciplines eligible to
participate in the Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program are listed in
alphabetical order by name of discipline. These guidelines are
subject to ongoing review and revision, and the doctoral
faculty reserve the right to make judicious changes in their
discipline-specific requirements. The student is referred to
doctoral coordinators in the disciplines for the most current
information.
Art History
Discipline Coordinator
Maude Southwell Wahlman, (816) 235-1501,
wahlman@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
Robert Cohon
Frances Connelly
Burton Dunbar III
Maude Southwell Wahlman
Rochelle Ziskin
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in “Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements” earlier in this section.
Discipline-Specific Admission
Requirements
In addition to the general criteria for admission, applicants will
be expected to have an undergraduate degree in art history,
anthropology, or history, and an undergraduate minimum gpa
of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. An M.A. in art history is desired.
Prerequisite prior coursework: Survey of World Arts. New
students will be considered for admission for Fall and Winter
semesters. Submit applications by Jan. 31 for fall admission or
Sept. 1 for winter. In addition to the required application form,
test scores, recommendations and transcripts, applicants must
provide a written research plan and a research writing example.
Suggested Compatible Co-disciplines
English, education, history, religious studies, or sociology.
Core Requirements
Art history as a coordinating discipline
Required courses:
Art 501 Scope and Methods of Art History*
Art 571 Seminar in Art of Africa, and
New World Cultures
Phil 625 Aesthetics
Art 573 Visual Arts Administration*
*Research methodology courses
Remaining credits depend upon what courses the student
has taken before coming into the program. Students will
generally design a total plan of study (coordinating discipline
and co-discipline coursework) that includes 60 hours beyond
the baccalaureate degree or 30 hours beyond the master’s
degree.
Art History as a co-discipline
Required courses:
Art 501 Scope and Methods of Art History
Art 571 Seminar in Art of Africa, and New
World Cultures
Phil 625 Aesthetics
Remaining credits depend upon what courses the student has
taken before coming into the program.
Requirements for Comprehensive Exams
Oral and written comprehensive exams are required, with
questions based on courses taken.
Other Special Discipline-Specific Requirements
Dissertation requirements: Students with Art History as their
coordinating unit discipline must include at least nine credits
of dissertation and research on their plans of study. An oral
defense of the dissertation is required.
Foreign language requirements: As determined by the
Faculty Advisory Committee for each student, who will master
a minimum number of foreign language credit hours, for the
coordinating-unit discipline of art history and for art history as
a co-discipline.
Cell Biology and Biophysics
Discipline Coordinator
Jakob H. Waterborg, (816) 235-2352,
waterborgj@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
Bibie M. Chronwall
Antony Cooper
Lawrence Dreyfus
Alfred Esser
Harvey Fisher (A)
Mark T. Fisher (A)
Edward Gogol
George M. Helmkamp, Jr. (A)
Saul Honigberg
Douglas Law
Brian T. Livingston
Marino Martinez-Carrion
Thomas M. Menees
Milton E. Noelken (A)
Lynda Plamann
Michael Plamann
G. Sullivan Read, Jr.
Elizabeth S. Rowe (A)
George Thomas, Jr.
Jakob H. Waterborg
Lynwood R. Yarbrough (A)
Marilyn Yoder
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in “Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements” earlier in this section.
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
No additional requirements. Due to the sequencing of
coursework, new students selecting cell biology and biophysics
as their coordinating unit will normally only be admitted in the
fall term.
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
Minimum of 16 hours of approved graduate coursework at
UMKC toward the Ph.D. program with a grade-point average
of at least 3.0. International students must establish English
proficiency.
Suggested Compatible Co-disciplines
Other sciences such as chemistry, molecular biology and
biochemistry, pharmaceutical science, pharmacology, oral
biology, or physics.
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Core Program Requirements
For Students with this Discipline as their Coordinating Unit
Minimum core: 25 credit hours of courses and 19 credit hours
of dissertation research for a total of 44 credit hours of
post-baccalaureate credits, distributed as indicated below. The
core courses should be completed by the end of the second
academic year after admission to the graduate program on a
full-time basis (individual arrangements will be made for
part-time students).
• 25-credit hour minimum core of courses and
competencies.
• 13 to 17 credits in cell biology and biophysics (500 level
or higher), including:
• LSCBB 596 or 597 Advanced Experimental Cell Biology
and Biophysics (2 credits)
• LSCBB 612 Seminar in Cell Biology and Biophysics
(2 credits)
• 9 to 12 credits selected from among the following
3-credit-hour courses: LSCBB 520 Eukaryotic Cell
Biology, LSCBB 566 Membrane Biochemistry, LSCBB
530 Prokaryotic Molecular Biology, LSCBB 569
Structural Biology, or LSCBB 505 Molecular and
Cellular Neurobiology.
• 8 to 12 credits in related disciplines. Related disciplines
are molecular biology and biochemistry, chemistry,
pharmaceutical sciences, pharmacology and oral biology,
although others are not precluded.
Seminar courses are part of this component of required
courses, up to a maximum of three for the program, as are
additional credits of Advanced Experimental Molecular or Cell
Biology (a total of four credits in experimental laboratory
courses, independent of thesis research, is required). 700-level
courses may not be used to satisfy cell biology and biophysics
discipline-specific course requirements.
Any of the above courses, whether part of the primary or
related discipline requirements, will be credited toward the
25-credit Ph.D. course requirement if taken as part of any
graduate program at UMKC and if a grade of B or better is
received.
• At least 19 credit hours of dissertation research in cell
biology and biophysics.
In addition to basic 25-credit course core, each student’s
supervisory committee may require up to nine (9) credit hours
in additional elective courses in any university-approved
doctoral discipline as preparation for specific areas of research.
No more than seven (7) credit hours of 500-level courses, or
their equivalent, can be taken at institutions outside UMKC.
For Students with this Discipline as a Co-discipline
Students who select this discipline as a co-discipline must take
a minimum of 11 credit hours of core courses, plus seminar,
including the following:
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•
•
•
LSMBB 561 General Biochemistry I (4 credits)
LSMBB 562 General Biochemistry II (4 credits)
LSCBB 612 or LSMBB 611 (1 credit)
Sufficient other core courses to constitute the required
percentage of their overall program of study. 700-level
courses may not be used to satisfy cell biology
discipline-specific course requirements.
Other Discipline-Specific Special Requirements
Students with this discipline as coordinating unit must
participate in the teaching program of the School of Biological
Sciences.
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Students with this discipline as coordinating unit or
co-discipline must participate in seminars.
Retention in program: No more than one C grade will be
permitted in basic core coursework. If a student with this
discipline as the coordinating-unit discipline receives more
than one C grade in a basic course, he or she will be dropped
from the doctoral program. Students with this discipline as a
co-discipline who receive more than one C grade will be
dropped from the discipline.
A minimum grade of B in LSMBB 561 and 562 is
required to remain as a doctoral student in this discipline.
For students with this discipline as their coordinating-unit
discipline, no more than two C grades will be allowed in any
courses and no D or F grades are permitted. A student who
receives more than two C grades or a D/F grade will be
recommended for termination from the doctoral program.
The doctoral faculty in cell biology and biophysics meets
formally at the end of each academic year to discuss and
evaluate all graduate students’ progress. Each student’s
committee also meets with the student at least once a year.
After the annual doctoral-faculty meeting, each student
receives a written evaluation of his or her status and a report is
placed in the student’s file.
Comprehensive Examination Regulations
Full-time students with cell biology as their coordinating-unit
discipline must take their comprehensive examination before
the beginning of the third academic year after admission to
Ph.D. study. Part-time Ph.D. students in this discipline must
complete their comprehensive examination immediately after
completion of the 25-hour course requirement on their Ph.D.
plan of study.
Format: For students with this discipline as their
coordinating-unit discipline, written and oral examinations are
required.
Written portion: The written examination, for students
who have cell biology and biophysics as their primary
discipline, has two components. The first component consists
of a written, general comprehensive examination testing an
integrated knowledge of material acquired through the courses
and the seminar series in the coordinating-unit discipline and
co-discipline. The second component of the written
examination consists of an NIH-style grant proposal that the
student will prepare. The topic of the research proposal will be
determined by the student in consultation with the student’s
supervisory committee.
Oral portion: The oral examination has two aspects: (1)
questions covering the grant proposal prepared by the student
for the written examination, and (2) other related material in
the student’s area of specialization, including fundamental
knowledge of the student’s chosen disciplines.
Chemistry
Discipline Coordinator
Y. C. Jerry Jean, (816) 235-2280, jeany@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
K. L. Cheng (E)
John Connolly (E)
Jerry Dias
James R. Durig (D)
Andrew J. Holder
Yanching J. Jean (D)
Kathleen V. Kilway
Frank Millich (E)
Zhonghua Peng
Thomas C. Sandreczki
Kenneth Schmitz
Zhe Wu
Charles Wurrey
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in “Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements” earlier in this section.
School of Graduate Studies
Admission Requirements
Chemistry as a Coordinating Unit
To qualify for full admission, applicants are expected to have
the equivalent of an American Chemical Society-approved
bachelor’s degree in chemistry, which includes coursework in
general chemistry, analytical chemistry, one year of organic
chemistry, inorganic chemistry, and one year of physical
chemistry requiring calculus and physics as prerequisites. (For
example, see UMKC’s B.S. program in chemistry in this
catalog.) Applicants will be admitted as provisional students
with a limited number of undergraduate deficiencies. They will
be notified, at the time admission is offered, of any
requirements to be met for reclassification as fully admitted.
Suggested compatible co-disciplines: Education,
engineering, geosciences, mathematics, pharmaceutical
sciences, physics and pharmacology.
Chemistry as a Co-discipline
Applicants are expected to have undergraduate coursework in
general chemistry and organic chemistry. Applicants accepted
as provisional students will be notified, at the time admission is
offered, of any requirements to be met for reclassification as
fully admitted.
Core Requirements
Chemistry as a Coordinating Unit
Coursework Requirements: Students are to see the principal
graduate adviser or their research adviser for advising and
signature prior to registering each semester.
Students must successfully complete a minimum of one
course from Group A; one course from Group B; one
additional course from Group A or B; one elective course
(three credit hours) from any course numbered 500 or above,
except for those excluded below; and one credit hour of
chemistry seminar (Chem 611). A grade of “C+” (2.3) or less
in more than two chemistry courses applicable to the Ph.D.
program will result in termination from Ph.D. candidacy.
Group A: Chem 531, 532, 533, 534, 535 and 541R
Group B: Chem 521R, 522, 551R and 571R
Excluded as electives: Chem 511, 512, 520R, 530, 540R, 590,
595, 598, 599, 611, 612, 613, 699, 899.
In addition, students must successfully complete nine
credit hours of 400-level or above coursework in their
co-discipline(s). (At least three of these credit hours must be at
the 500+ level.) Students may be required to take additional
courses as outlined by their plan of study.
Any of the above chemistry courses will be credited
toward the Ph.D. coursework requirement if taken as part of
any previous graduate program at UMKC and a grade of B(2.7) or better is received. Also, students who have received a
grade of B- (2.7) or better in graduate chemistry coursework
taken as part of a degree program at another institution may
have up to six credit hours of equivalent required coursework
waived upon approval of a majority of the supervisory
committee. A written request for this waiver is to be submitted
and approved before submission of the student’s plan of study.
Comprehensive Examination: A written comprehensive
examination will be prepared and administered by the
examination committee (consisting of the student’s supervisory
committee and others selected by the dean of the School of
Graduate Studies) before completion of the student’s third year
following full admission to the Ph.D. program. This
examination will be based on the student’s coursework and on
general knowledge in all areas of his/her specialization. All
efforts will be made to emphasize the multidisciplinary nature
of the student’s program in this examination. If the student
fails the written portion of the comprehensive examination,
he/she may petition the examination committee to allow for a
single opportunity to retake it. This second examination must
be completed no earlier than 12 weeks and no later than six
months from the date of completion of the first examination.
After successful completion of the written portion of the
comprehensive examination, an independent research proposal
will be prepared describing a research project not related to the
student’s current research. The topic is to be approved by the
examination committee. An abstract is to be posted and
distributed, and a written copy of this proposal (in standard
NSF or NIH format) given to all members of the examination
committee at least one week prior to presentation in a proposal
seminar. This seminar must be presented to all members of the
examination committee within seven weeks of the completion
date of the written portion of the comprehensive examination.
The research proposal and proposal seminar are part of the
comprehensive examination.
Courses/Experiences Providing Instruction in Research
Methodology: Expertise in research methodology will be
acquired under the mentorship of the research adviser and
supervisory committee. The student’s progress will be assessed
annually by his/her supervisory committee and forwarded to
the School of Graduate Studies.
Dissertation: Students must complete a minimum of 24
credit hours of dissertation research (Chem 699). All
supervisory committee members are to receive a “final” draft
of the dissertation for approval of form and content at least two
weeks before submission to the dean of the School of Graduate
Studies for certification. Candidates should submit preliminary
drafts well in advance of this deadline. After the dissertation is
certified for acceptance, the student must present an oral
defense of his/her research in the form of a dissertation
seminar. The supervisory committee will make a final
determination of the acceptability of the dissertation
immediately following this presentation. Only minor changes
may be made to the dissertation at this point.
Number of Credit Hours Required beyond Bachelor’s
Degree: A minimum of 13 credit hours of chemistry courses
(including chemistry seminar) and 24 credit hours of
dissertation research plus a minimum of nine credit hours of
co-discipline courses are required. However, up to six credit
hours of chemistry may be waived, as described above under
Coursework Requirements.
Chemistry as a Co-discipline
Coursework Requirements: Students are required to complete a
minimum of three courses (nine credit hours) at the 400-level
or above from classes offered by the Department of Chemistry
or in conjunction with other units as approved in the student’s
plan of study. At least three of these credit hours must be at the
500+ level and taken from courses offered by the Department
of Chemistry. The systematic courses Chem 520R, 530 and
540R may be used to satisfy the “400-level or above”
requirement, but not the “500+ level” requirement. Chem 590,
599 and 699 may not be used to satisfy these requirements.
Students who receive a grade of C+ (2.3) or less in two or more
courses used to satisfy these requirements will be disqualified
from using chemistry as their co-discipline.
Any of the above chemistry courses will be credited
toward the Ph.D. coursework requirement if taken as part of
any previous graduate program at UMKC and if a grade of B(2.7) or better is received. Transfer credit from another
institution cannot be applied to chemistry’s co-discipline
requirement.
Comprehensive Examination: The comprehensive
examination will be determined by the student’s coordinating
unit in cooperation with the co-discipline(s).
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Dissertation: There are no specific dissertation
requirements from the Department of Chemistry. Students
should comply with the requirements of their coordinating unit.
Number of Credit Hours Required beyond Bachelor’s
Degree: A minimum of nine credit hours of courses offered by
the Department of Chemistry or in conjunction with other units
is required.
Special Requirements
Chemistry as a Coordinating Unit
Placement Examinations: Incoming students take placement
examinations in analytical, inorganic, organic, and physical
chemistry. Placement examinations are typically administered
the week preceding the first week of classes of the Fall and
Winter semesters. Students scoring below the 50th percentile
in the organic and/or physical chemistry exams are required to
enroll in Chem 520R and/or Chem 530, respectively.
Enrollment in other graduate organic or physical chemistry
courses is not permitted until Chem 520R and/or Chem 530,
respectively, is(are) successfully completed. Two grades of C+
(2.3 out of 4.0) or lower, or one grade of less than “C-” (1.7 out
of 4.0) in Chem 520R/Chem 530 will result in termination
from the degree program. These courses may not be counted
toward the Coursework Requirements above.
Research Adviser: Full-time students are to select a
research adviser from the doctoral faculty of the Department of
Chemistry and a supervisory committee by the end of their first
regular (i.e. Fall or Winter) semester on campus.
Seminar: Students are required to attend and participate in
all regularly scheduled and special Chemistry departmental
seminars. Students are required to present a one-hour
chemistry seminar (Chem 611) during their second year
following full admission to the Ph.D. program, based on their
dissertation research project. This seminar will include a
thorough review of the literature pertinent to their project and a
description of the objectives, the proposed methodology, and
the significance of this research. An abstract is to be posted
and distributed one week prior to the presentation date.
Time constraints and Financial Support: Students must
complete all requirements for their degree within seven years
from the date of full admission to the Ph.D. program. Under
compelling circumstances and on the written recommendation
of a majority of the supervisory committee, a single extension
for up to one year may be requested for approval by the dean of
the School of Graduate Studies. “Full-time” (as defined in the
current UMKC catalog) Ph.D. students may receive financial
support (in the form of fellowships or teaching assistantships)
from the Department of Chemistry for a maximum of five
years. Students from countries not having English as first
language, and who are to be supported as teaching assistants,
are to take the SPEAK test before the end of the first week of
their first semester on campus. They are to enroll in English
100E their first semester on campus if necessary.
Chemistry as a Co-discipline
There are no special requirements imposed by the Department
of Chemistry.
Expectations for Interdisciplinary Work
Chemistry as a Coordinating Unit
Students develop and pursue a plan of study that includes
coursework from the coordinating unit and co-discipline(s).
The interdisciplinary nature of the student’s program is
emphasized in the Comprehensive Examination (see above),
which includes material from all disciplines in the plan of
study.
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Chemistry as a Co-discipline
The Department of Chemistry will cooperate with the student’s
coordinating unit in assessing the interdisciplinary nature of
the student’s progress.
Computer Networking
Discipline Coordinator
Lein Harn,(816) 235-2367, harnl@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
Vijay Kumar (D)
Deepankar Medhi
Jerry Place
Xiaojun Shen
Glenn R. Thompson (A)
Appie van de Liefvoort
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements earlier in this section.
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
A student who meets the minimum discipline requirements
stated below will be considered for regular admission to the
Ph.D. program. A student who does not meet some of the
requirements but shows high potential for advanced-level work
may be considered for provisional admission. Admission also
depends on factors such as number of seats available, resources
available in the area of student’s interest, the quality of
previous work, etc. A student not qualifying for admission to
the Ph.D. program may be considered for admission to the
M.S. in computer science program. Requirements for
admission are the same whether the applicant is requesting
computer science (networking) as the coordinating discipline
or co-discipline.
Academic preparation: The applicant must have a
bachelor’s degree and/or a master’s degree in computer
science, computer engineering, electronics, communications
engineering, or any other field requiring substantial training in
at least one of the above fields and in mathematics with a
cumulative GPA of 3.5 or better, as well as in the major field;
and a GPA of 3.5 or better in all post-baccalaureate or
post-master’s work.
Aptitude for advanced work: The student must
demonstrate an aptitude for advanced-level work through
national or international standardized examinations such as
GRE. The expected performance level is the 85th percentile in
the quantitative portion of the GRE examination.
Proficiency in English: The student must demonstrate his
or her proficiency in oral and written communication in
English through national or international standardized English
examinations such as TOEFL, verbal portion of the GRE, etc.
The expected proficiency level is the 50th percentile in the
verbal portion of the GRE or a TOEFL score of 570. UMKC
students may also satisfy this requirement by obtaining an
“English Proficiency Certification” from the English
Department. [Note: As University policy, all international
students are tested for proficiency in English upon arrival on
campus, irrespective of their scores in TOEFL or verbal
portion of GRE or any other test. A student’s adviser may also
require the student to take the above test, regardless of the
student’s native language. As a result of this test, students may
be required to improve their oral and written communication in
English before enrollment in the courses of the chosen
disciplines.]
Recommendations: The student must provide at least two,
but preferably three, recommendation letters from the
professors from his or her previous institution(s). If the
applicant has been out of school for several years,
recommendation letters from his or her supervisors (technical)
School of Graduate Studies
will be acceptable. At least one UMKC Computer Science
Telecommunications Program (CSTP) faculty recommendation
must be provided if the student has taken courses from or
worked with the CSTP faculty.
Statement of goals and objectives: The applicant must
provide a 250- to 500-word essay on his or her goals and
objectives in pursuing the Ph.D. in the chosen fields.
Admission at an advanced level: An applicant who has
already completed significant graduate coursework (15 or more
semester hours or post-master’s degree work or 30 or more
hours of post-bachelor work) toward a Ph.D. at another
institution, must provide reasons for changing institutions. The
applicant also must provide a letter of endorsement from a
CSTP faculty indicating willingness to be the student’s
research adviser.
Alternate Admission Criteria
An applicant not meeting the minimum admission
requirements and/or not having sufficient academic preparation
(stated below under “prerequisite knowledge”) for advanced
work in the chosen discipline(s) may be considered for
provisional admission by the CSTP Ph.D. committee, if the
committee sees high potential for advanced work from the rest
of the applicant’s credentials. Evidence of high potential might
be pertinent work experience, published papers or extremely
high achievement in another criterion area. However, the
required GPA (or GPAs) must be at least 3.0 and the
coursework deficiencies in the applicant’s chosen CSTP
discipline must not be more than 18 semester hours.
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
Prerequisite knowledge. A Ph.D. student selecting computer
science as a discipline is expected to have the level of
preparation represented by the following courses before
attempting advanced study in Computer Science: CS 352; CS
431; CS 441; CS 481; CS 394 and Math 250.
Qualifying entrance examination: If the CSTP Ph.D.
committee is not satisfied with the quality of a student’s
academic preparation, even though the student may satisfy the
admission requirements quantitatively, the student may be
required to pass an entrance examination before being awarded
regular admission. The entrance examination for each CSTP
discipline will be conducted by the CSTP Ph.D. committee
once a regular semester. Should the student not be successful
in this examination, the CSTP Ph.D. committee will decide on
the final course of action based on the student’s performance in
the examination. This may result in termination of admission,
changing the status to “on probation” with additional
conditions to be satisfied, retaking the entrance examination,
etc.
Length of time to complete qualifying requirements: When
a student is admitted provisionally, the conditions and the
maximum period for conditions to be satisfied for the change
of status to regular admission will be specified by the CSTP
Ph.D. committee and confirmed by the UMKC Ph.D.
Executive Committee at the time of provisional admission.
Suggested Compatible Co-disciplines
Telecommunications networking, mathematics, physics,
chemistry, and engineering.
Core program requirements
The amount of work required for the Ph.D. depends on the
student’s level of preparation. For example, a student entering
the Ph.D. program after obtaining a bachelor’s degree may
expect to do significantly more work compared to the student
entering after receiving a master’s degree.
Comprehensive Examination Guidelines
The student may obtain information on comprehensive
examination guidelines from the CSTP office.
Economics
Discipline Coordinator
James Sturgeon, (816) 235-2837
Doctoral Faculty Participation
W. Robert Brazelton (E)
Peter J. Eaton
Matthew Forstater
L. Kenneth Hubbell (D)
Gerald W. Olson
James I. Sturgeon
Karen Vorst
John O. Ward
L. Randall Wray
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements earlier in this section.
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
In addition to the general criteria for admission, applicants will
be expected to have a master’s degree in economics or its
equivalent. The deadline for receipt of completed applications
and supporting documentation is Feb. 15 for the Fall Semester
and Oct. 30 for the Winter Semester.
Alternate Admission Criteria
Applicants who do not fit the above criteria may petition the
economics doctoral committee with evidence of scholarly
publication, research, recommendations, but the decision rests
with the committee.
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
At the time admission is offered, provisional students will be
notified of any course deficiencies or qualifying requirements
to be met for full admission. The faculty will make a decision
with regard to full admission based upon the student’s
performance in meeting the qualifying requirements.
Suggested Compatible Co-disciplines
History, public affairs and administration, education, urban
leadership and policy studies in education, psychology,
political science, sociology, and the social science consortium.
Core Program Requirements
For Students with this Discipline as Their Coordinating-Unit
Discipline
The student with economics as the coordinating-unit discipline
will take a minimum of 36 hours of coursework other than
dissertation beyond the master’s degree or its equivalent. These
courses will be taken in economics and at least one additional
field such as sociology, history, business or public
administration, education, psychology, mathematics, political
science, geosciences, computer science, or others, provided
that such fields participate in the doctoral program.
• Economics core courses and prerequisites or the
equivalents (21 credit hours minimum):
– Colloquium in Advanced Macro-Economics, 601
(Prerequisite, Econ 501)
– Colloquium in Advanced Micro-Economics, 602
(Prerequisite, Econ 502)
– Colloquium in Econometrics, 625 (Prerequisite,
Econ 521, 525)
– Colloquium in Political Economy, 688
– Nine hours in 500-level or above electives in
economics or related fields other than the above
stated prerequisites; subject to the permission of the
graduate adviser.
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[In the above, the term “colloquium” can mean either an
actual course or a tutorial with an individual student or
group of students, as arranged. A paper, exam, research
project or any such combination would be required for a
grade.]
• At least 15 hours of coursework in an outside field or
fields, depending upon the requirements of co-discipline’s
regulations.
• Dissertation and oral examination, 12 hours.
For Students with this Discipline as a Co-discipline
Those students taking economics as a co-discipline will take a
minimum of 12 hours in economics, at the graduate level,
including:
• Econ 501 Advanced Macro-Economic Analysis
(prerequisite, Econ 301 or equivalent)
• Econ 502 Advanced Macro-Economic Analysis
(prerequisite, Econ 302 or equivalent)
• Econ 521 or 525 Mathematical Economics/Econometric
Methods (prerequisite, Econ 425 or equivalent)
• Econ 551 Advanced Institutional Theory (prerequisite
Econ 451 or equivalent)
Other Discipline-Specific Special Requirements
Students with economics as their coordinating-unit discipline
must be able to demonstrate some skills in computer analysis.
Comprehensive Examination Guidelines
Coordinating-discipline students are required to pass a
comprehensive examination in two of the following areas:
macroeconomics, microeconomics, political economy.
Students also must pass a comprehensive examination in
quantitative methods.
Co-discipline students must pass a comprehensive
examination in two of the following areas: institutional
economic theory, macroeconomics, microeconomics,
quantitative methods.
Education
Discipline Coordinator
Anthony Manzo, (816) 235-2478, manzoa@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
Susan Adler
Lynley H. Anderman (A)
Ronald Carver
Linda Garavalia
Malcolm E. Linville, Jr.
Anthony Manzo
Ula Manzo (A)
Amy McAninch (A)
Tamera Burton Murdock
Arthur Louis Odom
Dianne Smith (D)
Nelly Ukpokodu
Sue Vartuli
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements earlier in this section.
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
Applicants who designate education as their coordinating unit
will be expected to have a grade-point average of at least 2.75
(on a 4.0 scale) covering all college work taken prior to the
bachelor’s degree, or a GPA of at least 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
covering all post-baccalaureate work completed to date.
If the discipline is selected as the coordinating unit and the
dissertation research will have a primary orientation in
education, the student must obtain the agreement of a member
of the doctoral faculty in education to serve as research adviser
before the student can be admitted.
The applicant must provide the following supplementary
documentation:
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• Written recommendations from appropriate professors
and practitioners in the field (selected by student).
• An autobiographical sketch. (This should be a brief
resume of academic and professional goals and the
applicant’s personal, academic and career history as it
relates to stated objectives.)
• Evidence of graduate-level writing ability provided by
writing samples or the successful completion of an essay
examination.
In addition, an applicant, the applicant’s adviser, or any
member of the division may request that the applicant meet
with and be interviewed by the division faculty.
Alternate Admission Criteria
An applicant whose admissions profile does not satisfy the
Ph.D. general criteria, but whose aggregate GRE score on all
three sections is at least 1300, may be considered for
recommendation for admission with education as either the
coordinating-unit discipline or as a co-discipline. In addition to
written recommendations, an autobiographical sketch, writing
samples and written agreement from an education doctoral
faculty member to serve on the applicant’s supervisory
committee, an applicant wishing to be considered under
alternate admission criteria must submit a letter stating why he
or she feels his or her credentials are equal to the 1500
aggregate GRE criterion.
Provisional admission criteria: Applicants with aggregate
GRE scores below 1300 may be considered for admission on a
provisional basis. Provisional acceptance criteria for doctoral
study with education as the coordinating-unit discipline
include: a) a GPA that meets the general guidelines for the
program, b) a strong endorsement of a doctoral faculty member
in education who can assure the faculty that at least one other
education doctoral faculty member will serve on the student’s
supervisory committee, c) submission of a writing sample of
choice, d) letters of reference, and e) a persuasive letter from
the student. Doctoral faculty in education are limited to no
more than two provisional doctoral students at a time.
Provisional acceptance criteria for doctoral study with
education as the co-discipline include: a) a GPA that meets the
general guidelines for the program, b) a separate letter of
justification from a doctoral faculty member in education, and
c) a writing sample of choice. A suggested limitation is one
provisional student with education as a co-discipline per
doctoral faculty member.
Additionally, all students so accepted, whether with
education as the coordinating-unit discipline or a co-discipline,
must submit a plan of study to include 12 semester hours of
coursework. The plan must be approved by the student’s
coordinating-unit discipline faculty adviser and, if education is
the co-discipline, the proposed co-disciplinary study adviser.
Students would be expected to maintain a B or better GPA, at
the 500- or 600-level courses. These courses need to be taken
within a two-year time frame to maintain the provisional
status. Once these, or other possible stated provisions have
been met, the provisional student automatically will be
reclassified to doctoral student status in the discipline.
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
All students must have completed 12 hours of 500- or
600-level courses at UMKC with grades of B or better in each
course to be eligible for full-admission status.
Students admitted under alternate or provisional criteria
will be notified upon acceptance of any coursework
deficiencies they must satisfy or other preparation they must
undertake prior to full admission.
School of Graduate Studies
Suggested Compatible Co-disciplines
Urban leadership and policy studies in education, music
education, chemistry, psychology, history, mathematics,
physics, and public affairs and administration.
Core Program Requirements
Ph.D. study in education prepares students with diverse
academic and professional backgrounds to meet equally
diverse career and scholarly goals. Moreover, rather than being
a homogeneous field with a relatively uniform approach to
Ph.D. study, education encompasses several separate
specialized areas, each with its own requirements and
expectations regarding doctoral work. Hence, students
accepted for the Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program with
education as their co-discipline may have backgrounds in one
of the educational fields represented in the School of
Education, in one of the disciplines represented in the College
of Arts and Sciences, or in a professional field such as
criminology, computer science or law. Whereas, students
accepted with education as their coordinating-unit discipline
would typically have prior academic training and experience in
education. Advisers would tend to be specialists in reading
education, physical education, special education, educational
psychology, mathematics education, science education, or
curriculum and instruction.
The doctoral student in education may be preparing for
teaching and research in higher education, for a curricular or
supervisory position in a public school district, or for work in a
government agency, private foundation, or an educational
training role in business and industry. Consequently, a single
set of minimum standards cannot possibly fit all Ph.D.
programs for which education is the coordinating or
co-disciplinary unit. Instead, sensitivity to individual student
needs and goals, as well as regard for the different approaches
to doctoral study represented in the several fields within
education, require flexibility and diversity in program planning.
Within the context described, a minimum of 24 hours in
education is required of students with education as their
coordinating-unit discipline and a minimum of 12-15 hours in
education is expected of students selecting education as their
co-discipline. In no case will a program be drawn up or
approved that contains only coursework previously completed.
Additional requirements may be set by the student’s doctoral
supervisory committee on the basis of the individual’s program
goals, previous academic preparation, and relevant prior
experiences.
Comprehensive Examination Guidelines
The student may obtain discipline-specific information on
comprehensive examination guidelines from his or her research
adviser.
Engineering
Discipline Coordinator
Bryan Becker, (816) 235-1255, beckerb@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
Bryan R. Becker
Quinton Bowles
Deb Chatterjee
Ghulam Chaudhry
Craig Kluever
Jerome Knopp
Ehud Kroll
Anil Misra
Deborah O’Bannon
Jerry R. Richardson
William E. Stewart, Jr.
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements earlier in this section.
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
A student, who satisfies the general requirements for admission
and retention of the UMKC School of Graduate Studies (Part
1. General Graduate Academic Regulations and Information)
and also meets the minimum discipline requirements stated
below, will be considered for regular admission to the Ph.D.
program with engineering as a discipline. A student who does
not meet some of the requirements but shows high potential for
advanced-level work may be considered for provisional
admission. Admission also depends on factors such as number
of seats available, resources available in the area of the
student’s interest, the quality of previous work, etc. A student
not qualifying for admission to the Ph.D. program may be
considered for admission to the M.S. programs in electrical
and computer, civil, or mechanical and aerospace engineering.
Requirements for admission are the same whether the
applicant is requesting engineering as the coordinating-unit
discipline or co-discipline.
Academic preparation: The applicant must have a
bachelor’s degree and/or a master’s degree in an engineering
discipline or a non-engineering bachelor’s and/or master’s
degree with at least 30 credit hours of engineering or
technically related coursework as approved by the engineering
Ph.D. faculty committee. Applicants must have a cumulative
GPA of 3.0 or better at the undergraduate level, both overall
and in their major field. In addition, if applicable, a GPA of 3.5
or better in all post-baccalaureate work is required.
Aptitude for advanced work: The student must
demonstrate an aptitude for advanced-level work by obtaining
a cumulative GRE score of at least 1600 (verbal + quantitative
+ analytical) and ranking at least in the 85th percentile on the
quantitative portion of the examination.
Proficiency in English: The student must demonstrate his
or her proficiency in oral and written communication in
English through national or international standardized English
examinations such as TOEFL, verbal portion of the GRE, etc.
The expected proficiency level is the 50th percentile in the
verbal portion of the GRE or a TOEFL score of 550. UMKC
students also may satisfy this requirement by obtaining an
“English Proficiency Certification” from the English
Department. [Note: University policy requires that upon arrival
on campus all international students be tested for proficiency in
English, irrespective of their scores in TOEFL or verbal portion
of GRE or any other test.] A student’s adviser also may require
the student to take the above test, irrespective of the student’s
native language. As a result of this test the student may be
required to improve his or her oral and written communication
in English before enrolling in courses of the chosen disciplines.
Recommendations: The student must provide at least three
recommendation letters from professors at his or her previous
institution(s), including one from the M.S. thesis adviser if
applicable. If the applicant has been out of school for several
years, recommendation letters from his or her supervisors
(technical) will be acceptable. At least one UMKC engineering
faculty recommendation must be provided if the student has
taken courses from or worked with the engineering faculty.
Statement of goals and objectives: The applicant must
provide a 500- to 750-word essay on his or her goals and
objectives in pursuing the Ph.D. in the chosen fields.
Alternate Admission Criteria
An applicant not meeting all minimum admission requirements
may be considered for provisional admission by the
Engineering Ph.D. Committee if the committee sees high
potential for advanced work from the rest of the applicant’s
credentials. Evidences of high potential might be pertinent
work experience, published papers, or extremely high
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achievement in another criterion area. In any case, however,
the required grade-point average must be at least 3.0.
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
The student will be required to pass an entrance examination
before being awarded regular admission. The entrance
examination for each engineering sub-discipline area will be
conducted by the appropriate department, i.e. mechanical,
civil, and/or electrical, once in each regular semester. Should
the student not be successful in this examination, the
Engineering Ph.D. Committee will render a decision based on
the student’s performance in the examination. This may result
in terminating the admission, changing the status to “on
probation” with additional conditions to be satisfied, retaking
the entrance examination or other courses of action.
When a student is admitted provisionally, the conditions
and the allotted time in which he or she will be allowed to
satisfy these conditions will be specified by the Engineering
Ph.D. Committee and confirmed by the UMKC Ph.D.
Executive Committee at the time of provisional admission.
Upon satisfactory completion of the provisional conditions, the
student’s admission status will be changed to reflect regular
admission.
Suggested Compatible Co-disciplines
Possible co-disciplines include but are not necessarily
restricted to chemistry, computer networking, geosciences,
history, mathematics, molecular biology and biochemistry, oral
biology, physics, and telecommunications networking.
Core Program Requirements
The amount of work required for the Ph.D. depends on the
student’s level of preparation. For example, a student entering
the Ph.D. program after obtaining a bachelor’s degree may
expect to do significantly more work compared to the student
entering after receiving the master’s degree. In general, about
two years’ coursework (60 graduate-level credit hours) beyond
the baccalaureate and a dissertation are required.
Other Discipline-Specific Special Requirements
Prerequisite knowledge: A Ph.D. student selecting engineering
as a discipline is expected to have completed all necessary
prerequisite coursework or have written permission of the
instructor before enrolling in a graduate-level engineering
course. Undergraduate courses will not be counted toward
graduation requirements.
Foreign language requirement: Depending on the
student’s field of study, the student’s supervisory committee
may specify a required level of proficiency in a pertinent
foreign or computer language.
Dissertation: The dissertation abstract and proposal must
be submitted to and approved by the supervisory committee
prior to beginning the third academic year of study after
enrollment in the Ph.D. program.
Retention in program: For students with this discipline as
their coordinating-unit discipline, no more than one C grade
will be allowed in any course and no D or F grades are
permitted. A student who receives more than one C grade will
be recommended for termination from the doctoral program. A
student who receives a D or F grade will be dropped from the
program.
Comprehensive Examination Guidelines
The student may obtain information on comprehensive
examination guidelines from the engineering departmental
offices.
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English
Discipline Coordinator
Barbara Ryan, (816) 235-5206, ryanb@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
Michelle Boisseau
G.S. Sharat Chandra
Joan Dean
Moira Ferguson
Beth Dolan Kautz
Daniel Mahala
James McKinley
Mamadou Niang
Jennifer Phegley
Barbara Ryan
Linda Voigts
Robert Willson, Jr.
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements earlier in this section.
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
For new students selecting English as a discipline, admission
will normally be for the fall term. Application dossiers must be
complete by March 15. The English Department doctoral
committee will review applications for admission to the Ph.D.
program once a year on the last working day of March.
Applicants who select English as their coordinating-unit
discipline will be expected to have the M.A. in English or
equivalent coursework as determined by the English
Department doctoral committee. Applicants who select
English as a co-discipline should have completed a master’s
degree or equivalent coursework. In most cases, students will
be expected to have completed, with a grade of B or better, 12
hours of English courses at the 300- or 400-level (or
appropriate equivalents) that are approved by the English
Department doctoral committee.
An applicant who plans to pursue a degree with English as
a discipline is required to provide the English Department
doctoral committee with the names of three individuals who
are academically or professionally qualified to assess the
applicant’s ability to pursue doctoral work. References
submitted to the School of Graduate Studies for admission to
doctoral studies may be judged by the English Department
doctoral committee as sufficient evaluation, but the department
reserves the right to request further information.
Applicants also are required to submit samples of written
work to the English Department doctoral committee. The
applicant’s narrative statement, submitted with the application
form, should provide a well-focused justification of the
proposed course of study that is compatible with the
department’s resources. Applicants should consult with the
English Department principal doctoral adviser for advice on
the preparation of the narrative. Applicants may also seek
advice on the narrative from doctoral committee members with
special expertise in the applicant’s chosen fields of study.
Applications will be evaluated by a committee of the
doctoral faculty in the English Department; the committee will
recommend to the department chair and dean of the School of
Graduate Studies whether or not the applicant should be
admitted. These English-specific requirements apply to all
applicants intending to have English as coordinating-unit
discipline or co-discipline.
Students who expect to write a dissertation that draws
primarily on research in English must apply for English as
their coordinating-unit discipline.
In cases where an applicant has not yet met the foreign
language requirement or GRE scores are still pending,
provisional admission may be recommended.
Alternate Admission Criteria
The department’s required GRE score is independent of and
takes precedence over the School of Graduate Studies’
minimum of 1500 points.
School of Graduate Studies
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
Requirements for full admission are based on level of
participation in the discipline. Full admission to English as
coordinating discipline is dependent on the applicant’s meeting
three requirements: appropriate coursework, satisfactory GRE
scores, and relevant foreign language skills. Full admission to
English as a co-discipline is dependent on the applicant
meeting two requirements: appropriate coursework and
relevant foreign language skills.
For Students with English as their Coordinating-Unit
Discipline
GRE scores: Either (1) a combined general score (verbal,
quantitative, and analytical portions) in the 60th percentile or
better; (2) a general verbal score in the 60th percentile or
better; or (3) a score in the 60th percentile or better in the
literature in English subject examination.
Relevant foreign language skills: Applicants must
demonstrate facility in a foreign language relevant to study in
English. The language requirement will ordinarily be met by
two years of satisfactory college level language study. Students
may be required to demonstrate additional language skills to
undertake or complete their dissertations.
For Students with English as a Co-discipline
GRE scores: Either (1) a combined general score (verbal,
quantitative, and analytical portions) in the 60th percentile or
better; or (2) a general verbal score in the 60th percentile or
better.
Foreign language skills: Demonstrate foreign language
competence in the same manner as students with English as the
coordinating-unit discipline.
Suggested Compatible Co-disciplines
Education, geosciences, history, psychology, and sociology.
Core Program Requirements
All students who list English as a discipline, whether as
coordinating-unit discipline or co-discipline, are required to
take English 500, Introduction to Graduate Study in English, or
its equivalent.
Students admitted with English as the coordinating-unit
discipline are subject to the following requirements:
• Only English courses numbered 400 or above will be
accepted for the Ph.D. degree. Courses taken in other
disciplines may be taken at the 300-level or above.
• No grade below B in any course will be accepted to apply
toward the Ph.D. degree.
• In most cases, no more than one-third of coursework in
English, exclusive of credit for dissertation work, that is
classified as independent study will be accepted for the
Ph.D. degree.
• Students will be expected to complete the majority of
their coursework at UMKC.
• In certain cases, exceptions to this requirement may be
allowed.
Other Discipline-Specific Special Requirements
For foreign language requirement, see Qualifying
Requirements for Full Admission for this discipline.
Dissertation: Dissertations written where English is the
dominant component must be submitted through the student’s
supervisory committee to an appropriately qualified reader at
another university, selected by the committee, in sufficient time
for that expert to return a written evaluation of the dissertation
for consideration by the supervisory committee before the
dissertation defense. The dissertation should, in most cases, be
written using The MLA Style Manual.
Comprehensive Examination Guidelines
Before advancing to Ph.D. candidacy, students whose
coordinating discipline is English will take three examinations:
a general examination, a subject examination, and a
co-disciplinary examination. All three examinations must be
taken within a one-month period before the end of the grading
period of the second semester following the completion of
formal coursework. The general examination is a six-hour
exam, written in two three-hour sittings. The subject
examination is a three-hour exam, written in a single sitting.
Exam questions shall not be distributed in advance for either
the general or subject examination. In addition to the written
examinations, the examining committee may require oral
examinations. At least six months before the student plans to
take his or her exams, the student shall notify committee
members of his or her choice of areas/periods and submit a
tentative reading list of primary and critical works for all
examinations. Committees shall then meet to approve the areas
and review the proposed reading lists and address any
oversights or imbalances.
The first two examinations, the general and the subject,
will be evaluated by an examining committee composed of the
student’s adviser, one member of the student’s supervisory
committee and one member of the doctoral committee. Exam
areas shall be designated at the time of the program of study.
These may be changed only with the consent of the entire
supervisory committee.
The general examination consists of two parts, each
covered in a three-hour sitting and each receiving equal weight.
This examination is designed to test the breadth of the
candidate’s knowledge in the fields in question. The student
will submit to the English doctoral committee in advance two
areas in which he or she wishes to be examined, whether
periods of literary history (e.g., British 19th century, American
literature from 1865, British and American literature since
1945) or other areas of expertise (e.g., linguistics, history of
the language, rhetoric, genre studies, literacy studies). This
reading list, which is subject to the approval of the committee,
should consist of works from the selected periods or areas of
expertise which have achieved broad recognition or influence.
The reading list of works from the two areas or periods to be
the subject of the written examination shall be based on that
previously submitted by the student and reviewed by the
doctoral committee. With the approval or revision of the
periods or areas, the doctoral committee will furnish the
student with a final approved reading list.
For the subject examination, the student will prepare in
advance, in the period specified above, a tentative reading list
on the subject of the proposed dissertation for approval and/or
revision by the doctoral committee. The subject examination
will deal with current scholarship and methodology as well as
with primary sources and other standard works in the field.
The exam will be administered in a single three-hour sitting.
The co-disciplinary examination will be developed in
consultation with doctoral faculty from the student’s
co-discipline.
For students whose co-discipline is English, an
examination will be designed in consultation with the
coordinating discipline and approved by the English
department’s doctoral committee.
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Geosciences
Discipline Coordinator
Raymond M. Coveney, Jr., (816) 235-2980,
coveneyr@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
Raymond M. Coveney, Jr.
Steven L. Driever
James Durig (D)
Douglas J. Faulkner
Richard J. Gentile (E)
Martha Gilliland
Syed E. Hasan
Daniel P. Hopkins
Wei Ji
James Murowchick
Tina Niemi
Lee D. Slater
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements earlier in this section.
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
Specific admission requirements defined by the faculty of the
Department of Geosciences follow the guidelines established
by the School of Graduate Studies. Typically, a student would
be expected to hold an undergraduate or master’s degree in
geology or geography or a closely related field. Opportunities
within the department range from the physical sciences to the
humanities. Because of the wide range of faculty expertise and
in keeping with the general spirit of the entire interdisciplinary
program, the faculty of the Department of Geosciences has
deliberately chosen to establish broad guidelines for admission
of Interdisciplinary Ph.D. students. All prospective graduate
students must attain an average grade of 3.0 or above on a 4.0
grading system in all university work prior to admission. Three
letters of recommendation from professors as well as a
proposal from the prospective student detailing goals and
expectations are needed for an evaluation of the application.
Non-native English-speaking applicants seeking
geosciences as a coordinating discipline must demonstrate
proficiency in English. This requirement can be satisfied by
obtaining English proficiency certification from the UMKC
English Department.
Suggested Compatible Co-disciplines
Faculty members in the Department of Geosciences conduct
research in applied geophysics, engineering and environmental
geology, stratigraphy, geochemistry, GIS, mineral deposits,
neotectonics, geoarcheology, geomorphology, Quaternary
environments, cultural and historical geography (Europe, Latin
America, the Caribbean, and West Africa), and historical
cartography. Suitable co-disciplines for the Interdisciplinary
Ph.D. program are practically unlimited (see
www.umkc.edu/geosciences for possibilities) and consultation
with the principal graduate advisers for geology and geography
would be a good way for the student to explore the
possibilities. Previous and existing geology students have
designated such co-disciplines as chemistry, physics, and
education. Previous geography Ph.D. students have had
education as a co-discipline. Other excellent possibilities
would include political science, economics, history and
sociology.
Core Program Requirements
Specific core program requirements follow the guidelines
established by the School of Graduate Studies and are
otherwise defined by the student’s supervisory committee in
consultation with each individual student.
Other Discipline-Specific Special Requirements
While there is no set minimum number of hours for all
students, at least 50 percent of the course credit hours for
students who select geosciences as their coordinating unit must
be taken in the Department of Geosciences. Students who have
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selected geosciences as a coordinating unit or a co-discipline
are expected to take no less then three courses from the
Department of Geosciences as determined by their supervisory
committee. Other special requirements are defined by the
student’s supervisory committee in individual consultation
with each student. All geosciences students (coordinating or
co-discipline) are expected to successfully complete a
qualifying examination in their subject area devised by
departmental faculty (including the geology GRE subject exam
in the case of geology students) by the end of their first two
semesters of residency. The department requires the student to
demonstrate reading competency in an approved foreign
language, by one of the following means:
• Completing six hours of coursework in the Department of
Foreign Languages and Literatures at the 300-level or
above.
• Obtaining a minimum passing score on the graduate
school foreign language test.
• Passing an examination by a qualifying examiner
approved by the student’s supervisory committee.
Comprehensive Examination Guidelines
Comprehensive examinations of all Ph.D. students, who select
the Department of Geosciences as the coordinating unit, will
contain both written and oral components and may include
questions from each of the co-disciplines and from related
fields as determined by the student’s examining committee.
The committee consists of the student’s supervisory committee
and others who may be appointed by the dean of the School of
Graduate Studies.
Interdisciplinary Work
The faculty of the Department of Geosciences are committed
to an interdisciplinary approach and expect that all Ph.D.
students, whether enrolled in the coordinating or the
co-disciplinary category, will complete courses and conduct
research with this principle in mind.
Health Psychology
Discipline Coordinator
Lisa Terre, (816) 235-1066, terrel@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
Kathleen Goggin (D)
Christopher Haddock (D)
Bernard Lubin (D)
Charles Sheridan (D)
Lisa Terre (D)
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements earlier in this section.
The discipline of Health Psychology can be used to create
two general types of Ph.D. programs depending upon whether
the student selects a non-clinical or clinical track. Admission
requirements for the two tracks vary and applicants must
specify which track they plan to pursue as part of the
application process. Students selecting either track will be
expected to complete certain common core course
requirements, which are described in detail in the information
pertaining to the non-clinical track. Students in the clinical
track will have Health Psychology as their coordinating
discipline and Psychology as a co-discipline, and they will
follow a more structured program beyond the core, than will
non-clinical students. The two tracks are described separately
in the paragraphs that follow.
Health Psychology - Non-Clinical,
Individualized Track
The non-clinical, individualized track can be tailored to the
needs of the student with the proviso that they be compatible
School of Graduate Studies
with the interests of the supervisor and the course offerings
available in the health psychology curriculum. Many creative
career options might be generated in a non-clinical track, for
example, in academe teaching and doing research. However,
an individualized interdisciplinary program with Health
Psychology as a discipline would not prepare a student for
clinical work. Students in a non-clinical track could combine
Health Psychology with any number of other disciplines. Some
examples: a student interested in Health Administration might
combine Public Affairs and Administration with Health
Psychology, a student interested in spirituality and health
might combine Religious Studies with the Health Psychology
discipline, a student who wants to develop a career in sports
with a psychological slant might combine the Education
discipline (Physical Education focus) with Health Psychology,
or a student interested in an academic career focused on
research and teaching could combine Psychology and Health
Psychology. Many other interesting combinations are
available, and since new disciplines are added to the
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program from time to time, available
options are expanding.
Because identification as a psychologist is regulated by
statute, completion of an Interdisciplinary Ph.D. with Health
Psychology as one of its components and a non-psychological
discipline as the other is not intended to enable students to be
license-eligible or use the title psychologist. Laws pertaining
to licensure and accreditation vary from state to state. (For
details on the Missouri statutes relevant to psychology,
inquiries should be made to the State Committee of
Psychologists in Jefferson City, Mo.)
Individualized interdisciplinary programs, such as the
non-clinical health psychology track, are for those who want a
degree that transcends and synthesizes the foundational
disciplines. These programs are in no way less demanding than
other Ph.D. programs; their uniqueness lies in the creation of
tracks specifically tailored to individualized combinations of
student and faculty talents and interests. This implies that it is
very important for applicants to identify faculty with
interests and background that match their own.
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
Admission is considered for fall and winter semesters only.
Application deadline is March 1 for fall and October 15 for
winter.
Health Psychology as a Coordinating Unit
Health Psychology (non-clinical track) is appropriate as a
coordinating unit for qualified students who have a strong
background in psychology or related disciplines, and whose
interests match those of our Health Psychology faculty.
Students in this track will be taking challenging courses
alongside other Ph.D. students from the various
single-discipline programs in Psychology, and must be
prepared to function at levels expected of such students.
Students who want to be admitted with Health Psychology as
their coordinating unit discipline must have shared interests
with faculty members in the Health Psychology discipline. For
that reason, it is wise for applicants to acquaint themselves
with the interests and capabilities of Health Psychology faculty
to make certain they share a serious interest with at least one
potential mentor, and that the health psychology curriculum is
a good match for what they hope to learn.
1. Typically, applicants should have a B.S. or B.A. in
Psychology but a degree in a related discipline, such as
Counseling, Social Work, Special Education, or a Health
Discipline such as Pre-Med or Nursing may also fulfill
this requirement. Students whose background in
psychology provides insufficient preparation for advanced
psychology classes may be required to take preparatory
courses prior to full admission into the Ph.D. program.
Student grades in these preparatory courses must be high
enough to permit the supervisor and the admissions
committee to conclude that the student is capable of
participating in Ph.D.-level courses alongside students in
other Ph.D. programs. (This implies that the student have
a strong preponderance of A’s in those background
courses - see section on Qualifying Requirements for Full
Admission.). Admission to the program is competitive
and we seek to admit students with a broad history of
excellence.
2. The Health Psychology discipline accepts the School of
Graduate Studies’ criteria for the Graduate Record
Examination. Students who fall short of these criteria can
present alternative criteria that indicate the capacity to do
quality doctoral-level work in Health Psychology. These
alternative criteria may be accepted, at the discretion of
the Health Psychology Admissions Committee and the
School of Graduate Studies.
3. Admission to the Health Psychology discipline is quite
competitive, and applicants should have approximately a
3.5 grade-point average or other evidence of ability to
perform well in such a program. Students who meet the
other admission criteria and who have an interest in
research compatible with those of faculty will be viewed
favorably as applicants.
4. When submitting their application to the School of
Graduate studies, applicants must include the following
information in addition to the materials required by the
Graduate School:
(a) An up-to-date resume or vita, including a description
of past experiences and accomplishments relevant to
Health Psychology (e.g. research or other work in
Health Settings or evidence of skills transferable to
Health Psychology).
(b) A detailed statement of career goals, relating them
to available curriculum in Health Psychology and to
specific faculty interests and skills.
(c) A Supplemental Application form for Health
Psychology discipline applicants (available on
request from the Psychology Department or from
the School of Graduate Studies).
Health Psychology as a Co-discipline
Health Psychology is appropriate as a co-discipline for certain
students whose Ph.D. programs in their coordinating discipline
would be enhanced by a strong, graduate-level education in
Health Psychology.
To be admitted to with Health Psychology as a
co-discipline, students must provide convincing evidence they
have a clear aptitude for graduate study in the discipline, and
that such study provides a useful, coherent addition to the work
they will do in their coordinating discipline. In addition, they
must show their goals are compatible with the available courses
in Health Psychology and with topics of Health Psychology
faculty emphasis and interest. Admission requirements for
Health Psychology as co-discipline are similar to those for
Health Psychology as coordinating discipline. In most
instances, students who do not have a strong background in
Health Psychology will be required to take preparatory courses
that provide background in core content of the discipline (e.g.
Psychology 331 and other courses to be determined in
consultation with the supervisory committee), and in
methodology (e.g. Psychology 302). Students must do well in
these courses prior to full admission into the discipline of
Health Psychology (i.e. obtain predominantly grades of “A”).
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School of Graduate Studies
Alternate Admission Criteria
On the recommendation of the sponsor and at the discretion of
the Admissions Committee, the GRE criteria may be eased if
the student has, by other, adequate criteria, demonstrated the
capacity to do Ph.D.-level work in Health Psychology.
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
Students being admitted provisionally may, at the time the
offer is made, be notified of course deficiencies or other
qualifying requirements to be met for full admission.
Suggested Compatible Co-Disciplines
Education, Oral Biology, Pharmaceutical Science,
Pharmacology, Psychology, Public Affairs and Administration,
Religious Studies, Social Science consortium, Sociology, and
Urban Leadership and Policy Studies in Education.
Core Program Requirements
The following must be included in all Plans of Study with
Health Psychology as a discipline:
1. Coursework in research methodology and data analysis.
This may be obtained through the Department of
Psychology but the requirement can also be filled through
courses in methodology and research from other
disciplines. In the latter case, approval of the Supervisory
Committee is required.
2. At least three courses in Health Psychology
3. Participation in a research project involving Health
Psychology
4. Completion of a Ph.D. dissertation that includes a Health
Psychology component.
Hours Required to Complete a Ph.D. Program
Credit for graduate work completed prior to admission: Credit
may be given for equivalent work in Health Psychology done
in a prior advanced program (e.g., M.A. or M.S. program), but
such transfer of credit must be approved by the student’s
supervisory committee on an item-by-item basis. No courses in
which the student obtained less than a grade of “B” will be
transferable. The student’s supervisory committee will
determine, on a case by case basis, which courses are
acceptable. Regardless of how many hours obtained prior to
admission into a Health Psychology track are included in the
student’s Ph.D. program, the student must meet the core
program requirements listed above (i.e., methodology, three
courses in Health Psychology, and participation in a research
project involving Health Psychology) after they are admitted.
Total Hours Required: The Health Psychology discipline
expects its Ph.D. students to complete a program of
approximately 90 credit hours, including the combined
didactic and research hours from all disciplines and credits
transferred from graduate work done prior to admission.
Whether for a coordinating discipline or a co-discipline, the
hours counting toward the requirements of the Health
Psychology discipline will normally be selected from the
Health Psychology Curriculum, but the student’s Supervisory
Committee may, at its discretion, include courses from related
disciplines if this fosters the integrity of the program.
Other Discipline-Specific Special Requirements
Students with Health Psychology as a co-discipline must
complete either: (1) an M.A. Thesis or (2) a substantial piece
of research in Health Psychology that is approved by the
Supervisory Committee. Normally this will be publishable and
of enough import to be accepted for publication or presented at
a regional, national, or international professional meeting. This
requirement can only be waived after approval by the Health
Psychology Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Committee.
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Comprehensive Examination Guidelines
The supervisory committee will design the comprehensive
examination. A wide range of formats is acceptable for the
comprehensive examination. Normally, comprehensive
examinations will be integrated with those in the other
discipline. The student’s supervisory committee will determine
format after consultation with the student.
Health Psychology – Clinical Track
The clinical track option is designed to prepare the student for
a career as a professional psychologist. The clinical track is
primarily psychological in nature and is intended to enable
students to be license-eligible as a psychologist. Since
licensure is closely regulated by statute, such a choice requires
a very carefully designed track that can be adjusted little if at
all for the individual student. For this clinical track the student
must have Health Psychology as the coordinating discipline
and Psychology as a co-discipline.
The Health Psychology clinical track is a full-time,
interdisciplinary program of graduate study designed to
educate professional clinical health psychologists based on a
scientist-practitioner model. The track envisions a role for
psychologists that goes beyond that of helping medical patients
deal with psychological sequelae of their diseases (e.g., anxiety
and depression). The role extends to dealing with
psychological aspects of prevention, with psychological
barriers to the proper use of medical care, and on to
participation in the healing process by providing treatments
that augment those of traditional medicine. Because clinical
health psychology has its foundation in scientific research and
bases its claims of efficacy on well-controlled investigations,
the track is very research-oriented. For this reason, students
primarily interested in psychotherapy and clinical or
counseling practice without a strong interest in the scientific
aspect of the scientist/practitioner model would be better
served by other programs.
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
New students are considered for admission to the Health
Psychology clinical track in fall semester only. All application
materials must be submitted by January 15.
The following minimum requirements must be met for
admission:
1. Typically applicants should have a B.S. or B.A. in
Psychology, Counseling, Special Education, or a
health-related discipline such as Pre-Med or Nursing with
minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 and graduate GPA of
3.5. Alternative criteria may be accepted at the discretion
of the admissions committee if there is good reason to
believe the regular criteria do not adequately portray the
student’s potential to do quality work in the program.
However, admission to the program is highly competitive
and we seek to admit students with a general history of
excellence.
2. The Clinical Health Psychology Track accepts the School
of Graduate Studies’ criteria for the Graduate Record
Examination (Aggregate of Verbal, Quantitative and
Analytical: 1,500). Students who fall short of this
criterion may present alternative criteria that indicate the
capacity to do quality doctoral-level work. These
alternative criteria will be considered and may be
accepted at the discretion of the Clinical Health
Psychology Admissions Committee.
3. In addition, applicants should submit:
(a) An up-to-date resume or vita
(b) Documentation of previous health-related clinical
work or experiences
School of Graduate Studies
(c) A detailed statement of career and professional
goals, relating them to our curriculum and specific
faculty interests
(d) At least three letters of recommendation
(e) Evidence of research potential (e.g., prior research
experience, documentation of presentations at
professional meetings, reprints of published papers).
(f) A Supplemental Application form for Health
Psychology discipline applicants (available on
request from the Psychology Department or from
the School of Graduate Studies).
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
Applicants will be evaluated using documented evidence of the
following dimensions: (1) academic potential; (2) research
potential; (3) professional identity and involvement; and (4)
interpersonal skills and other indications of potential for
clinical work.
Alternate Admission Criteria
Alternate admission criteria may be accepted at the discretion
of the admissions committee if there is good reason to believe
that the regular criteria do not adequately portray the student’s
potential to do quality work in the program.
Core Program Requirements
Students in the Health Psychology clinical track must satisfy
all core program requirements listed in preceding sections for
the Health Psychology non-clinical track, plus the following:
1. Successful completion of the clinical health psychology
structured sequence of courses, including six semesters of
practicum in Clinical Health Psychology and eight
semesters of Directed Research in Clinical Health
Psychology
2. Successful completion of comprehensive examinations
3. Completion of a Master’s Thesis and Doctoral
Dissertation in Clinical Health Psychology
4. A clinical internship at a site appropriate for Clinical
Health Psychology.
Additional information about required coursework or any of
the other clinical health psychology core requirements are
available from Lisa Terre, Ph.D., (816) 235-1066,
terrel@umkc.edu.
History
Discipline Coordinator
Carla Klausner, (816) 235-2540, klausnerc@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
Andrew Bergerson
Jesse Clardy (E)
Laurence Timothy Doty (A)
Miriam Formanek-Brunell
John Graham (E)
Herman Hattaway (D)
Carla Klausner (D)
Lawrence Larsen
Dennis Merrill
Lynda S. Payne
Patrick A. Peebles
H. Glenn Penny II
Louis W. Potts
Joseph Schultz (E,D)
William Worley (A)
Shona Kelly Wray
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements earlier in this section.
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
Except in unusual circumstances, students who select history
as a discipline must begin their work during the fall term.
Applications must be received by the School of Graduate
Studies no later than March 15, and will be forwarded to the
Department of History by April 15. The doctoral faculty of the
Department of History will review applications and make their
recommendations for admission by the end of April.
Applications that are incomplete as of April 15, and completed
applications submitted after this deadline, may not be
considered until the following year.
Applicants must meet the criteria for admission specified
by the School of Graduate Studies: 1) a combined raw score of
at least 1500 on the verbal, quantitative and analytical portions
of the GRE and: 2) a GPA of at least 2.75 (on a 4.0 score)
covering all college work taken prior to the B.A., or a GPA of
at least 3.0 covering all post-baccalaureate work completed to
date. In addition, applicants who choose history as their
coordinating discipline, or applicants whose coursework in
History will comprise at least 50 percent of the Ph.D. plan of
study, must possess a master’s degree in history or its
equivalent, have a GPA of 3.5 in graduate courses, and score in
the 60th percentile or higher on one of the subscores of the
GRE History Subject Test.
Students who choose history as a co-discipline and whose
coursework in history will constitute less than 50 percent of the
specified Ph.D. plan of study must meet the criteria for
admission specified by the School of Graduate Studies. In
addition, they must fulfill other entrance requirements
specified by the doctoral faculty of the Department of History.
These requirements are established on an individual basis.
All applicants for admission must submit:
• A sample of written work
• A brief statement of academic and professional goals
• A one- to two-page proposal that outlines how the
disciplines would be integrated and tentatively specifies a
dissertation topic.
• A written statement of support from a doctoral faculty
member of the department willing to serve as the
applicant’s faculty mentor.
The doctoral faculty of the Department of History, in
consultation with the history faculty as a whole, make
recommendations to the dean of the School of Graduate
Studies on each application for admission. These
recommendations reflect the majority vote of the doctoral
faculty.
Applicants are advised that meeting the criteria of the
School of Graduate Studies and the Department of History
does not automatically result in admission to the
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program. When making
recommendations to the School of Graduate Studies, the
history faculty considers other factors as well, particularly the
availability of faculty qualified to work in the applicant’s area
of interest, and the availability of library resources and
research materials.
Alternate Admission Criteria
The Department of History expects applicants to the
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program to demonstrate they are
competent to do advanced, graduate-level work. In exceptional
cases, candidates who do not meet either the School of
Graduate Studies or the Department of History minimum
requirements for admission may be admitted under alternate
criteria.
The doctoral faculty of the department have adopted the
following alternate criteria, one or more of which will be used
to assess the applicant’s ability:
• Satisfactory performance in 500-level or above classes
taken in the department’s M.A. in History degree program
• Written recommendations of our faculty who have
evaluated his or her previous work and are willing to work
with the applicant
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School of Graduate Studies
• Satisfactory completion of specified courses in the
department, before consideration or reconsideration of a
candidate’s application
• Publications or comparable professional achievements
related to the study of history.
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
Applicants who do not meet the requirements specified above
may be recommended for provisional admission by the
doctoral faculty of the Department of History. An applicant
admitted provisionally will receive notification of deficiencies
and of the conditions that must be met before again being
considered for full admission.
Suggested Compatible Co-disciplines
English, geosciences, political science, public affairs and
administration, psychology, education, economics, sociology,
urban leadership and policy studies in education.
Core Program Requirements
For Students with History as the Coordinating Discipline
A student whose coordinating discipline is history must list at
least 18 hours of graduate-level history courses (exclusive of
dissertation credits) on the plan of study. These would include:
• Three hours of History 680 (Doctoral Colloquium)
• Three hours of History 687 (Doctoral Research Seminar)
• Six hours minimum of History 697 (Doctoral-level
Independent Readings) or at least one independent
readings course with each member of the department on
the student’s supervisory committee
• Three hours of History 581 (Research Methodology) if
this course or its equivalent has not been taken before.
• The remainder of the program in courses numbered 500
or greater.
• Coursework should be fashioned to prepare the student
for the comprehensive examination (see below). The
student should identify a general field of historical study,
a specific field relevant to the dissertation topic, and seek,
through History 680 and other courses, to attain a general
comprehension of historical analysis and methodology.
For Students with History as a Co-discipline
A student for whom history is a co-discipline must take, at the
minimum, the four core courses of the department’s M.A.
program. In exceptional or unusual circumstances, some of
these hours may be waived upon petition to the student’s
supervisory committee.
Other Discipline-Specific Special Requirements
Foreign language: Those students for whom history comprises
50 percent or more of the plan of study, or whose dissertation
will use sources in a foreign language or languages, must
demonstrate competency through a special examination or
through appropriate coursework as approved by the student’s
supervisory committee.
Those students for whom history comprises less than 50
percent of the plan of study and whose dissertation will not use
sources in a foreign language, will ordinarily not be required to
demonstrate language competency. It is strongly urged,
however, that all Ph.D. students choosing history as a
discipline will pursue the development of foreign language
skills or equivalent (quantitative) research skills.
Dissertation requirements: A student for whom history is
a discipline must meet the School of Graduate Studies
requirements for the dissertation. On a Ph.D. plan of study
where history is the coordinating discipline, there must be a
minimum of 12 credits in History 699R (dissertation hours).
Retention in the doctoral program: A doctoral student
must maintain a 3.0 (B) GPA in each semester of coursework
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taken at UMKC. Students who fall below a 3.0 GPA, or whose
work is deemed unsatisfactory by their supervisory committee,
may be declared ineligible for further study. In exceptional
cases, such a student may petition to be placed on probation for
one semester. A student receiving a failing grade in a class will
not be retained in the doctoral program.
Comprehensive Examination Guidelines
The Department of History requires that the comprehensive
examination of a student listing history as a discipline include
both a written and an oral component. The content of the
comprehensive examination will be determined by the
student’s examining committee, and will vary according to the
history component of the student’s program of study.
Mathematics
Discipline Coordinator
Bruce Wenner, (816) 235-2853, wennerb@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
G. Phillip Barker
Thomas Kezlan
Jie Chen
Noah Rhee
James Foran
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements earlier in this section.
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
An applicant selecting mathematics as a discipline will be
expected to have a baccalaureate degree with a major in
mathematics from an accredited college or university. Students
who do not have an undergraduate mathematics major must
present evidence of a strong performance in at least three
mathematics courses beyond calculus and meet the general
admission requirements of the School of Graduate Studies.
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
Mathematics as Coordinating Unit
Full admission to doctoral studies is considered on completion
of coursework equivalent to the master’s degree and passing a
qualifying examination. For students provisionally admitted to
interdisciplinary Ph.D. study, the master’s degree examination
will serve as the qualifying examination. At its discretion,
however, the doctoral faculty of the Department of
Mathematics or its designated representatives may set different
pass levels for the master’s degree and for the qualifying
examination and may, in exceptional circumstances, accept a
master’s degree in mathematics from another institution in lieu
of the qualifying examination.
Mathematics as a Co-discipline
Students who are provisionally admitted with mathematics as a
co-discipline will be advanced to full admission after
successfully completing six hours at the graduate level in the
department, satisfying any other requirements stated at the
time of admission, and being recommended for full admission
by the coordinating-unit discipline.
Suggested Compatible Co-disciplines
Computer networking chemistry education physics
geosciences and engineering.
Core Program Requirements
The requirements for the Ph.D. fall into five major categories:
coursework, special requirements set by the supervisory
committee, interdisciplinary work, comprehensive
examination, and dissertation.
Mathematics as Coordinating Unit
• After provisional admission, students with mathematics as
the coordinating-unit discipline must receive credit for
School of Graduate Studies
two courses (6 semester hours) at the 500-level or above
in three of the four areas: algebra, analysis, applied
mathematics and statistics, and topology and set theory. A
minimum of 18 semester hours will therefore be
necessary to satisfy this requirement; however, transfer
credit may be accepted.
– The interdisciplinary work of students with
mathematics as the coordinating-unit discipline will
consist of a minimum of 6 hours of courseworkm at
the 500-level or above in an area acceptable to the
supervisory committee. The committee may require
more if such courses are appropriate to the student’s
area of research.
– The student’s dissertation must represent a
significant contribution to mathematics.
Mathematics as a Co-discipline
• The number of hours required in mathematics for a
student who chooses mathematics as a co-discipline will
be the greater of 12 credit hours and the number of hours
required by the student’s coordinating discipline when it
functions as a co-discipline. Up to six of these credit
hours may be at the 400-level.
Other Discipline-Specific Special Requirements
The supervisory committee may impose additional
requirements on a student if the requirements are relevant to
the chosen areas of research. Examples include, but are not
limited to, a facility in one or more foreign languages sufficient
to read the mathematical literature pertinent to the dissertation
and completion of graduate coursework in a related discipline.
Comprehensive Examination Guidelines
The student with mathematics as the coordinating-unit
discipline must pass a comprehensive exam over three of the
four areas: algebra, analysis, applied mathematics and
statistics, and topology and set theory. The comprehensive
exam may be taken after completing 30 hours at the 500-level
or above and completing any special requirements and
interdisciplinary requirements.
The mathematics component of the comprehensive
examination for the student with mathematics as a
co-discipline will be determined by the student’s supervisory
committee in cooperation with the other units involved.
Molecular Biology and Biochemistry
Discipline Coordinator
Jakob H. Waterborg, (816) 235-2352,
waterborgj@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
Karen Bame
Gerald Carlson
Douglas L. Crawford
Tawfik M.A. El Attar
Jeffrey Gorski
Chi-Ming Huang
Lindsey Hutt-Fletcher
Ana Iriarte
Natalia Y. Kedishvili
William T. Morgan
Stephen Morris
Kirill M. Popov
Jeffrey L. Price
Virginia C. Rider
Michael R. Schaefer
Ann Smith
Wm. Kelley Thomas
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements earlier in this section.
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
No additional requirements. Due to the sequencing of
coursework, new students selecting molecular biology and
biochemistry as their coordinating unit will normally only be
admitted in the fall term.
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
Minimum of 16 hours of approved graduate coursework at
UMKC toward the Ph.D. program with a grade-point average
of at least 3.0. International students must establish English
proficiency.
Suggested Compatible Co-disciplines
Other sciences, such as: chemistry cell biology and biophysics
pharmaceutical science pharmacology oral biology and
physics.
Core Program Requirements
For Students with this Discipline as the Coordinating-Unit
Discipline
Minimum core requirement is 25 course credit hours and 19
dissertation research credits in molecular biology and
biochemistry for a total of 44 post-baccalaureate credit hours,
distributed as indicated below:
Discipline courses required:
• Biochemistry LSMBB 561 (4 credits)
• Biochemistry LSMBB 562 (4 credits)
• Experimental Molecular Biology LSMBB 596 or 597
(2 credits)
• Seminar in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry
LSMBB 611 (2 credits)
An additional 3 credits must be selected from among the
following courses for a total of 15:
• Eukaryotic Molecular Biology, LSMBB 503 (3 credits)
• Structure and Function of Proteins, LSMBB 565
(3 credits)
• Physical Biochemistry, LSMBB 567 (3 credits)
Related discipline courses required: Ten additional course
credit hours in one related discipline or combination of
disciplines. Related disciplines are defined as cell biology and
biophysics, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, pharmacology,
oral biology, or other. Seminar courses may be part of this
component of required courses, up to a maximum of three for
the program, as are two additional credits of advanced
experimental molecular or cell biology.
Electives: Each student’s supervisory committee may
require additional courses in any university-approved doctoral
discipline as preparation for specific areas of research. These
additional requirements may not exceed nine credit hours
beyond the 25 credits required for the basic course core. These
electives may be taken at any time during enrollment as a
graduate student, up to the semester prior to that in which the
dissertation defense will occur. No more than seven course
credit hours of 500-level courses, or their equivalent, can be
taken at institutions outside UMKC. Remember that 700-level
courses may not be used to satisfy course requirements for the
program.
For Students with this Discipline as a Co-discipline
Students who select this discipline as a co-discipline must take
a minimum of 11 credit hours of core courses, including the
following:
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LSMBB 561 General Biochemistry I (4 credits)
LSMBB 562 General Biochemistry II (4 credits)
LSCBB 612 or LSMBB 611 (1 credit)
Plus sufficient additional core courses to constitute the
required percentage of the overall program of study.
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Other Discipline-Specific Special Requirements
Research: The School of Biological Sciences offers research
opportunities in many areas of modern life sciences that
address problems of basic life processes at the cellular,
subcellular, and molecular levels. Graduate studies offered
with primary participation of the faculty in the Division of
Molecular Biology and Biochemistry are based on the belief
that training for research can be best accomplished by having
an appropriate breadth of background coursework, combined
with a depth of specialization in a particular research area. The
faculty have established guidelines that have a minimum of
formal requirements so that students have the flexibility to
advance at a pace consistent with development of the
individual. Diligence, creativity, and independent thinking are
the qualities desired in the candidate’s dissertation work.
Teaching: As part of their graduate training, all Ph.D.
students with molecular biology and biochemistry as the
coordinating-unit discipline participate in the teaching program
of the School of Biological Sciences. This is an important
component of preparation for a career in academia or other
institutions, and aids in the development of effective
communication skills.
Seminars: Students will participate in seminars in which
current developments in various areas of life sciences will be
discussed and explored. Students also will present seminars on
their own work or on work in the current scientific literature.
The latter is taken as part of the core of graduate-level courses
in the coordinating or co-disciplines.
Course restrictions: 700-level courses may not be used to
satisfy molecular biology and biochemistry discipline-specific
course requirements.
Dissertation. The dissertation abstract and proposal must
be submitted to and approved by the supervisory committee
prior to beginning the third academic year of study after
enrollment in the Ph.D. program.
Retention in program: A minimum B grade in LSMBB
561 and 562 is required to remain as a doctoral student in this
discipline.
For students with this discipline as their coordinating-unit
discipline, no more than one C grade in a core course or two C
grades in any course, and no D or F grades, are permitted. A
student who receives more than two C grades will be
recommended for termination from the doctoral program. A
student who receives a D or F grade will be dropped from the
program.
The doctoral faculty in molecular biology and
biochemistry meets formally at the end of each academic year
to discuss and evaluate the progress of all graduate students.
Each student’s committee also meets with the student at least
once a year. After the annual doctoral faculty meeting, all
students receive written evaluations of their status and a report
is placed in each student’s file.
Comprehensive Examination Guidelines
To become a Ph.D. candidate, the student must pass a
comprehensive exam that may be taken on completion of
essentially all of the coursework specified in the student’s study
plan and on satisfactorily fulfilling the requirements for full
admission. This must be done before the beginning of the third
academic year after admission to UMKC with graduate student
status, or (for part-time students) immediately after completion
of 25 credit hours approved by the discipline-doctoral program
at UMKC. This exam will be administered by the student’s
supervisory committee and will test the student’s knowledge of
background material, as well as the student’s ability to analyze
and interpret information, and solve problems.
Written portion: The written examination for students
who have molecular biology and biochemistry as their primary
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discipline has two components. The first component consists
of a written, general comprehensive exam testing an integrated
knowledge of material acquired through the courses and the
seminar components in the primary and secondary disciplines.
The second component of the written examination consists of
an NIH-style grant proposal that the student will prepare. The
topic of the research proposal will be determined by the student
in consultation with the student’s supervisory committee.
Oral portion: The oral examination also has two aspects:
(1) questions covering the grant proposal prepared by the
student for the written examination and (2) other related
material in the student’s area of specialization, including
fundamental knowledge of the primary and secondary
disciplines.
Music Education
Discipline Coordinator
Randall Pembrook, (816) 235-2945,
pembrookr@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
Eph Ehly (E)
William E. Fredrickson
Robert Groene
Gary W. Hill (A)
Randall Pembrook
Charles Robinson
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements earlier in this section.
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
In addition to the general criteria, applicants selecting music
education as a discipline must:
• Have an aggregate minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0
and graduate GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale.
• Submit a thesis or equivalent evidence of written
scholarship.
• Have a combined score of 1500 on the verbal,
quantitative, and analytical sections of the GRE with no
individual score below 350.
• Have an acceptable on-campus interview with
doctoral-faculty members from this discipline.
• Demonstrate comprehensive musicianship through
videotape, performance, classroom teaching, audition, or
jury.
• Have a minimum of three years K-12 teaching experience
or the equivalent.
• Perform an applied audition.
Alternate Admission Criteria
Applicants may ask to be considered under the following
alternate admission criteria:
• Have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or a graduate GPA of
3.5
• Submit a thesis or equivalent evidence of written
scholarship
• Score of 900 or above on the SAT with both the verbal
and math scores above 400 or 21 or above on the ACT
• Have an acceptable off-campus interview with at least two
UMKC music education doctoral faculty or have two
written recommendations from UMKC doctoral faculty
• Have a minimum of three years K-12 teaching experience
or the equivalent
• Demonstrate comprehensive musicianship through a
cassette tape or videotape
• Perform an applied audition.
School of Graduate Studies
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
• GPA of at least 3.5 in courses to be counted for the degree.
• Acceptable interview with members of the student’s
supervisory committee.
• Acceptable scores on designated tests covering music
history, music theory, and music education.
Suggested Compatible Co-disciplines
Education is the only acceptable co-discipline.
Core Program Requirements
Music education will function only as a coordinating unit in
the UMKC Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program. Because of this,
the following minimum standards apply only to students with
music education as their coordinating unit.
Research: Two important goals for students with music
education as their coordinating discipline and education as a
co-discipline will be to develop research skills and increase
their awareness of important research literature. Through
introductory courses at the Conservatory, students will become
acquainted with research techniques, problems, and literature
in music education. Additional research courses in the School
of Education will provide more tools for structuring research
designs and analyzing data. Students in the program will assist
their faculty mentors in research while developing a research
agenda of their own. The number and nature of research
classes placed on each student’s program of study will be
determined by the background, goals and interests of the
student.
Teaching techniques and philosophies. While students
may have widely divergent career goals, ranging from
becoming a district music supervisor in a K-12 program to
being a college choral conductor, all will be actively involved
in the education process in some form. To develop a
comprehensive acquaintance with education at all levels, Ph.D.
students will enroll in methods classes, will be assigned to
observe and teach undergraduate classes at UMKC, and will
observe and help supervise student teachers in local K-12
schools. Courses in the Conservatory and the School of
Education will help students efficiently interpret the techniques
and philosophies they observe in the classroom, determine
their own goals and philosophies, and consequently, become
better teachers.
Because faculty members from the Conservatory and the
School of Education strongly believe that theories,
philosophies, and techniques associated with teaching carry
more meaning for those who have experienced the teaching
environment, the Ph.D. requires three years of K-12 teaching
experience or the equivalent for admission to the program.
Seminars and core courses: While research and teaching
are areas of great importance, it is anticipated that most
students will need theoretical information to structure their
teaching and research endeavors. Courses in theories of
learning in general and in music, as well as seminars on the
latest teaching techniques and methodologies, will give
students a knowledge base to better facilitate their own
teaching and to prepare future students to teach. Particular
attention will be given to cultivating critical thinking skills in
students and nurturing multicultural values.
Program Requirements: It is anticipated that most students
selecting music education and education as their disciplines
will have completed a master’s degree in music education or a
related field. While total degree-hour requirements for the
Ph.D. will vary depending on each student’s career goals,
previous experience, and training, it is anticipated that for most
students, course requirements will include 35 to 45 predissertation hours. If a student has completed a bachelor’s or
master’s degree in some area other than music education,
additional work beyond this approximate range will probably
be required. No specific course requirements are designated.
Depending on the previous work of the individual and the
career direction sought, each program of study, including
foreign language requirements, will be considered on an
individual basis.
Co-discipline Requirements: Education is the only
recognized co-discipline for music education in the
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program. It is anticipated there will be
many permutations which are a product of this combination. A
student’s interests in School of Education classes may gravitate
toward research, curriculum and instruction, administration,
philosophical and historical foundations and/or an infinite
number of additional possibilities. Within the spirit of
flexibility, which is the essence of the Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
program, students are allowed to enroll in other fields of study
such as history, philosophy, psychology, art and non-music
education Conservatory classes. However, education is the
primary area of study outside music education and will
constitute from 15 to 50 percent of pre-dissertation hours in the
planned program of study.
Comprehensive Examination Guidelines
Written and oral comprehensive exams will be taken during the
semester when the student completes all, or (in some special
cases) nearly all, of the classes outlined in the planned program
of study or the semester immediately following the completion
of classes. This could include the summer term, depending on
the availability of supervisory committee members. The exams
must be scheduled with the supervisory committee no later
than four weeks before they are to occur. No particular period
is designated specifically for comprehensive exams; however,
the oral exam should be taken the week following the written
portion. The comprehensive exam will include a total of 18-24
hours of written and oral questions. The hours will be divided
between the coordinating unit of music education (not to
exceed 60 percent of the total number of hours on the exam)
and the co-discipline of education (15-40 percent of the hours)
so as to reflect the student’s planned program. Exams in the
coordinating area of music education will include 12-18 hours
of written questions in the student’s major area (e.g., choral
music education, general music education, instrumental music
education). A Ph.D. student may elect to substitute written
research projects previously approved by the supervisory
committee for this portion of the exam. Examples of such
projects would include, but are not limited to, preliminary
research distinct from the dissertation or the development of a
curriculum project for a designated level and subject matter. In
addition, a two-hour oral exam pertaining to research projects
and courses completed by the student, a three-hour written
exam relating to general knowledge of music research
techniques and procedures, and a one-hour written exam
pertaining to music education history and philosophy will be
required.
Oral Biology
Discipline Coordinator
Paulette Spencer, (816) 235-2071, spencerp@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
Cecil Chappelow (A)
Jean Manch Citron
Charles Cobb
J. David Eick
Philip Feil
Jian Q. Feng
Alan Glaros
Carol McArthur
Michael Reed
Paulette Spencer
John L. Williams
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Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements earlier in this section.
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
In addition to the general minimum requirements for admission
to interdisciplinary Ph.D. study, an applicant must hold either
(1) a baccalaureate degree, or (2) a D.D.S. or equivalent
degree. In general, an applicant will be expected to have a
minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (based on a 4.0 scale) for all
undergraduate work, including dental school (if applicable).
All application materials should be submitted prior to
March 1 for students wishing to begin their study in the fall
semester; however, applications will be accepted throughout
the year. Evaluation criteria include the following:
• Transcripts. Analysis of transcripts from all prior
institutions is required. Under special circumstances, e.g.,
class standing, consideration may be given to applicants
whose GPA is 2.5 to 3.0.
• Letters of recommendation. Three letters of
recommendation are required from current or former
teachers who are familiar with the applicant’s past
achievements and research ability.
• Letter from applicant. A letter describing why the
candidate is interested in pursuing interdisciplinary Ph.D.
study in oral biology, how the experience of the program
may be used by the candidate in the future, and a list of
potential research interests must be submitted by the
applicant.
• Interviews. Interviews are not required; however,
interviews at the School of Dentistry will be arranged
upon the candidate’s request. Successful interviews may
enhance the candidate’s chance of acceptance.
Alternate Admission Criteria
None
Suggested Compatible Co-disciplines
Cell biology and biophysics, molecular biology and
biochemistry, pharmacology, chemistry and physics.
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
Applicants will be notified of any qualifying requirements to
be satisfied at the time an admission decision is made.
Core Program Requirements
The required minimum core curriculum for students with oral
biology as a discipline will consist of the following courses:
Biological Science 752 Research Methods in
Oral Biology
Biological Science 740 Oral Pathology I
And one of the following:
Biological Science 802 Immunopathology or
Periodontics 730 Biology of the Periodontium.
The student’s supervisory committee may require additional
courses for an interdisciplinary Ph.D. program which includes
the department of oral biology as the coordinating-unit
discipline or as a co-discipline. Ph.D. students with oral
biology as their coordinating unit must either complete these
courses at UMKC or must have completed equivalent
coursework at approved institutions at the time of their
admission to the interdisciplinary Ph.D. program. Students are
referred to other sections of the current UMKC general catalog
for listings of appropriate graduate level courses.
In accordance with the general requirements for the
interdisciplinary Ph.D. program, a Ph.D. student must prepare
a plan of study in conjunction with his or her dissertation
supervisor and supervisory committee during the first year of
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Ph.D. studies. A student’s plan of study must include
coursework in oral biology as well as in at least one other
discipline.
Other Discipline-Specific Special Requirements
Dissertation Research: In accordance with general
interdisciplinary Ph.D. program requirements, each student
with oral biology as the coordinating-unit discipline must
submit a dissertation proposal, prepared in consultation with
the student’s supervisory committee, which describes an
interdisciplinary program of original research on a significant
problem in oral biology. The proposal will be reviewed by the
student’s Ph.D. supervisory committee. The student may be
required to revise and resubmit the proposal to the supervisory
committee. A copy of the accepted proposal will then be
forwarded to the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies.
The student must provide evidence that a substantial
portion of the dissertation will be submitted for publication to
refereed journals. Such proof may be in the form of a
manuscript in preparation for submission or a submitted
manuscript. The student must submit the complete
dissertation, in typewritten or letter-quality printed form, to his
or her faculty adviser for review and preliminary approval at
least eight weeks before the expected date of graduation.
Appeals: In the event of disputes or special requests
concerning a student’s Ph.D. program, written appeals and/or
documentation must first be submitted to the student’s
supervisory committee. If a resolution of the problem cannot
be affected at that level, the written appeals process must then
progress through the following levels:
1. Doctoral studies committee of the Department of Oral
Biology
2. Ph.D. Executive Committee
3. Dean, School of Graduate Studies
Academic retention: A 3.0 or better grade-point average is
required of all work applicable to the Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
program. A Ph.D. student with oral biology as a discipline is
subject to termination from the interdisciplinary Ph.D. program
if: (1) his or her grade-point average falls below 3.0; (2) more
than four hours of C (2.0) grades are received; or (3) any grade
of D or F is received.
A recommendation for termination from the program will
be made by the student’s supervisory committee to the
Department of Oral Biology and forwarded to the Ph.D.
executive committee and the dean of the School of Graduate
Studies.
Comprehensive Examination Guidelines
A comprehensive examination will be administered to all
students enrolled in the interdisciplinary Ph.D. program whose
subject emphasis area is oral biology. The examination can be
written or oral. Content of the comprehensive examination will
be tailored to the student’s field of research interest and
prepared with input from all members of the student’s
supervisory committee.
Pharmaceutical Sciences
Discipline Coordinator
Ashim Mitra, (816) 235-1615, mitraa@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
Thomas Boge
Simon H. Friedman
Jill Jacobson (A)
Thomas P. Johnston
Chi H. Lee
J. Steven Leeder (A)
Srikumaran Melethil
Ashim K. Mitra
Steven H. Neau
Noel O. Nuessle (A)
Sudhakar Pai (A)
School of Graduate Studies
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements earlier in this section.
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
Due to course sequencing, new students will ordinarily be
accepted only in the fall term. Applicants must hold a
professional degree in pharmacy (Pharm.D. or B.S.) or a
baccalaureate degree in a related field such as chemistry,
biology, or mathematics with an undergraduate GPA of at least
3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Students who hold a master’s degree in an
appropriate discipline may be admitted on satisfaction of the
general requirements of the School of Graduate Studies.
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
Admission depends on agreement of a member of the doctoral
faculty in the discipline to serve as research adviser. All
students are admitted provisionally except those holding an
M.S. in pharmaceutical sciences. Full admission will be
granted on satisfactory completion of 16 credit hours of
courses recommended by the provisional pharmaceutical
sciences faculty adviser during the first calendar year on
campus. Students seeking admission to the pharmaceutical
sciences discipline of the Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program
should have completed coursework in calculus, organic
chemistry, physical chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology,
human anatomy, and physiology where appropriate to their
interests. Graduate students will be given a placement
examination administered by the coordinating unit discipline
faculty in order to assess undergraduate preparation for
graduate-level study. Deficiencies existing on admission must
be discussed with the interim faculty adviser during the first
two semesters of graduate work. Course equivalency is
determined by the pharmaceutical-science discipline faculty on
a case-by-case basis. Students are required to pass the
discipline placement exams before appearing for the
comprehensive exams administered by the Supervisory
Committee.
On admission, all students are assigned interim faculty
advisers as stated in the letter of admission. Graduate students
must adhere to the guidelines as stated in the School of
Pharmacy Graduate Programs section of this catalog pertaining
to selection and changes of faculty advisers.
Suggested Compatible Co-disciplines
Pharmacology chemistry cell biology and biophysics
molecular biology and biochemistry and oral biology.
Core Program Requirements
Pharmaceutical Sciences as the Coordinating Unit
The minimum graduate credit hours generally required for the
Ph.D. degree with pharmaceutical sciences as a discipline are
40 in didactic coursework, credit for presentation of three
seminars, and 20 dissertation research credits. Specific courses
in pharmaceutical science will be agreed upon in consultation
with the coordinating-discipline supervisory faculty. Students
will take a minimum of five courses offered by the
coordinating-unit discipline. Attendance at all seminars in the
coordinating-unit discipline is required, except when there is a
scheduling conflict or an excuse approved by the seminar chair.
Three credit hours of statistics, plus 15 credit hours in
pharmaceutical science coursework, and 22 credit hours in one
or a combination of related co-disciplines are all required.
Other electives. A supervisory committee may require that
additional coursework be taken to prepare the student in a
specific research area.
Pharmaceutical Sciences as Co-discipline
The pharmaceutical sciences doctoral-faculty member(s) of the
supervisory committee will confer regarding the student’s
program of study and recommend appropriate courses offered
by the co-discipline. Generally, courses in the co-discipline
will constitute successful completion of at least 20 percent of
the approved course of study. All students choosing
pharmaceutical sciences as a co-discipline must complete at
least three graduate-level courses in pharmaceutical sciences
compatible with research objectives recommended by the
supervisory committee. Students will not be allowed to attain
more than one C grade in a co-discipline course.
Other Discipline-Specific Special Requirements
Generally a doctoral-faculty member agrees to supervise an
applicant as research adviser and chair of the supervisory
committee.
Requirements for Retention: Students who receive two C
grades or one D grade in didactic courses are subject to
dismissal from the program. A student who receives one F
grade will not be retained. Students will not be allowed to
attain more than one C grade in a co-discipline course.
Appeals: Appeals by graduate students on matters
pertaining to research or studies in the discipline will be routed
initially to the supervisory committee and managed according
to the appropriate procedures established for the Division of
Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy.
Comprehensive Examination Guidelines
Ph.D. students with pharmaceutical sciences as the
coordinating discipline, must take and successfully pass a
qualifying examination given by the division prior to applying
to take their written and oral comprehensive examinations.
Once the qualifying examination has been successfully
completed, the comprehensive examinations will be given after
the student has completed the majority of didactic coursework
requirements but not later than the end of the third year. The
examinations will be administered by the student’s supervisory
committee. The comprehensive examinations (written and
oral) must be passed before a doctoral student can be admitted
to candidacy. Before the comprehensive examination can be
taken, the student must submit and have accepted a research
proposal in a form satisfactory to the supervisory committee.
The comprehensive examination will be administered by the
student’s supervisory committee and will consist of both
written and oral components.
Pharmacology
Discipline Coordinator
John Q. Wang, (816) 235-1786, wangjq@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
Mahmoud Ahmed
Agostino Molteni (A)
Mostafa Badr
Robert Piepho
Charles S. Barnes (A)
Paul G. Rothberg (A)
Betty LaRue Herndon (A)
Deborah Scheuer
Orisa Igwe
Bradley Taylor
Ralph Kauffman (A)
John Qiang Wang
Gregory L. Kearns
David Yourtee
Yuen-Sum Lau
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements earlier in this section.
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
Due to course sequencing, new students will ordinarily be
accepted only in the fall term. Applicants must hold a
professional degree in pharmacy (Pharm.D. or B.S.) or a
baccalaureate degree in biological, chemical science, or health
science. In special situations, baccalaureate degrees in other
disciplines will be evaluated for possible admission. For
graduates of foreign schools, the applicant must have
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completed a course of study at least the equivalent of a U.S.
baccalaureate degree.
Prospective students must have an aggregate minimum
grade-point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for all college work
taken prior to the bachelor’s degree, or an aggregate GPA of at
least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale on all post-baccalaureate work to date
(minimum of 9 hours). For graduates of foreign schools, the
applicant must have above-average grades in previous college
study.
Other requirements are the same as those of the School of
Graduate Studies.
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
Students seeking admission to the pharmacology discipline of
the Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program should have completed
coursework in organic chemistry I & II, biochemistry I & II,
calculus, anatomy, microbiology, physiology I & II, and a
biostatistics course. Deficiencies existing on admission must
be satisfied during the first two semesters of graduate work. In
addition, during the first year of graduate study, provisional
Ph.D. students with pharmacology as a discipline must
complete the following courses with a grade of B or better:
Pharmacy 519 (4 hours), Pharmacy 520 (5 hours), and
Pharmacy 615 (3 hours), or their equivalents. Equivalency is
determined by the pharmacology discipline faculty on a
case-by-case basis.
Suggested Compatible Co-disciplines
Pharmaceutical sciences, cell biology and biophysics,
chemistry, molecular biology and biochemistry, or other
related fields in health sciences which offer Ph.D. degrees.
Core Program Requirements
Pharmacology as Coordinating-Unit Discipline
Specific course requirements will be determined by the student
in consultation with the research adviser and the supervisory
committee. Generally, 65 post-baccalaureate credit hours,
including 20 hours of research and dissertation and 45 hours of
coursework, are required for the Ph.D. degree. No more than
27 credit hours (60 percent) can be obtained from a single
discipline (preferably in pharmacology). The remaining 18
credit hours (40 percent) can be obtained from one or more
participating disciplines. No more than 25 percent of the
coursework from the non-participating disciplines will be
counted toward the Ph.D. degree. More co-disciplines will be
required. As many as 15 credits may be allowed for courses
taken in a master’s degree program at another institution with
the concurrence of the student’s supervisory committee.
The total of 27 hours required for pharmacology as the
coordinating discipline will be composed of Pharmacy 519 (4
credits), Pharmacy 520 (5 credits), Pharmacy 615 (3 credits),
three hours of Pharmacy 580C (pharmacology seminar), and
12 additional hours of advanced courses (500-level or above)
in pharmacology or toxicology as approved by the supervisory
committee.
In the remaining 18 hours, three credit hours of statistics,
plus 15 credit hours in one or a combination of co-disciplines
which may include cell biology and biophysics, chemistry,
molecular biology and biochemistry, oral biology,
pharmaceutical sciences, or other pertinent areas as approved
by the supervisory committee.
Other electives: A supervisory committee may require
that additional coursework be taken to prepare the student in a
specific research area. This additional requirement may not
exceed six credit hours, may be taken in any approved doctoral
discipline, and must be completed prior to the semester in
which the dissertation defense occurs.
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Pharmacology as Co-discipline
Students who apply for Pharmacology as a co-discipline
should have completed coursework equivalent to Pharmacy
Physiology I & II (LS-PHSL 399 and 400) and Human
Biochemistry I & II (Bio-Sc 365G and 366G), which are
offered at UMKC. Deficiencies existing on admission must be
satisfied during the first two semesters of graduate work. When
pharmacology is chosen as the co-discipline, the minimum
course requirements are completion of Pharmacy 519 (4
credits), Pharmacy 520 (5 credits) and one credit hour of
seminar (Pharmacy 580C), plus sufficient courses constituting
the required percentage of their program of study, as approved
by the supervisory committee. No more than one C grade in
any core course will be permitted. Students who receive more
than one C grade or lower will be dropped from pharmacology
as a co-discipline. Students must take and successfully pass a
written and oral comprehensive examination administered by
the supervisory committee members from the Division of
Pharmacology. Co-discipline students should take the
pharmacology comprehensive examination no later than one
semester after completing their required co-discipline
coursework.
Other Discipline-Specific Special Requirements
Additional coursework: Students will be expected to complete
at least three credit hours of statistics. Students are expected to
take sufficient computer courses or training as to be proficient
in word processing and the use of spread sheets and data bases.
Retention in Program: Graduate students are required to
maintain a cumulative grade-point average of B (3.0 on a 4.0
scale). In any semester when the cumulative GPA falls below
3.0, the graduate student will automatically be placed on
probation. The student is allowed one semester to return to
good academic standing (cumulative GPA of 3.0). A graduate
student should not let the cumulative GPA fall below 3.0 in two
semesters throughout the entire program. Students who receive
a grade of C in six credit hours or more, or who receive a grade
lower than C, or one no-credit grade will be dismissed from the
graduate school. Any C grade in courses offered by the
pharmacology division should be repeated no more than once.
Appeals: For special requests or disputes concerning a
student’s Ph.D. program, written appeals with documentation
must first be submitted to the student’s supervisory committee.
If a resolution of the problem cannot be obtained at the
supervisory committee level, the written appeals process must
then progress through the following levels:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Division Chair, pharmacology
Graduate Programs Committee, School of Pharmacy
Ph.D. Executive Committee
Dean, School of Graduate Studies.
Comprehensive Examination Guidelines
The comprehensive examination must be taken before the
beginning of the student’s third year after admission to
full-time graduate study at UMKC. The comprehensive
examination consists of both written and oral examinations.
Written examination: The written examination will consist
of essay-type questions submitted by the members of the
supervisory committee and will cover fundamental knowledge
in the coordinating discipline and co-disciplines. The written
examination must be satisfactorily passed before proceeding
on to the oral examination, which should be taken within two
to weeks of successfully passing the written examination.
Oral examination: The oral examination shall consist of
material related to the student’s area of research specialization,
as well as fundamental knowledge of the coordinating
discipline and co-disciplines.
School of Graduate Studies
On satisfactory completion of the written and oral portions
of the comprehensive examination, the student becomes a
candidate for the Ph.D. In the event a student does not pass the
examination, one additional attempt may be made at a date no
sooner than 12 weeks, and within one year of the original
attempt. A student who fails either the written or the oral
examination a second time will be automatically dropped from
the program. A student must pass the doctoral-comprehensive
examination and advance to Ph.D. candidacy within four years
from the beginning of doctoral coursework (within three years
if entering with a master’s degree in the same or closely related
field). After the establishment of degree candidacy, a
maximum of four years will be allowed for completion of
degree requirements (three years for students with a master’s
degree). Failure to complete the work within the periods
specified will necessitate re-evaluation of the entire program
and may result in a notice of termination.
Physics
Discipline Coordinator
David Wieliczka, (816) 235-2505, wieliczkad@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
W. Y. Ching
Jennifer Discenna
Yanching Jean (D)
Michael B. Kruger
Fred Leibsle
Richard D. Murphy
James M. Phillips
John R. Urani
David M. Wieliczka
Jerzy Wrobel
Da-ming Zhu
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements earlier in this section.
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
For admission to the program, an applicant must meet both the
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. and specific physics admission
requirements. The doctoral-studies committee of the
Department of Physics will review applications and make
admission recommendations to the Ph.D. executive committee.
The basic criterion for admission is the likelihood that an
applicant will be successful in the Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
program, particularly in the research component of the
program. All applicants must satisfy the doctoral-studies
committee that they meet this criterion through such evidence
as transcripts, letters of recommendation, statements of
purpose, GRE scores (general and subject), performance on the
department written examination, etc. Furthermore, a member
of the doctoral faculty must be willing to accept the applicant
as a research student. International students are required to
have a TOEFL score of at least 550 for admission and 575 to
be eligible for a teaching assistantship.
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
In addition to the above requirements, applicants must meet the
following minimum requirements for the appropriate category
listed below to be considered for full admission with physics as
a discipline. The doctoral-studies committee may recommend
provisional admission for those applicants who fail to meet
these requirements.
Applicants for admission to the Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
program electing physics as their coordinating discipline must
have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in physics or the
equivalent. Those applicants holding only a bachelor’s degree
will be expected to provide exceptionally strong evidence of
their academic ability and research capability in physics.
Applicants for admission to the Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
program electing physics as their co-discipline must hold at
least a bachelor’s degree in a compatible field. These
applicants must have successfully completed coursework in
physics beyond a first (general or engineering physics)
introductory course and must have mathematical background
sufficient for advanced coursework in physics.
Suggested Compatible Co-disciplines
Computer networking, mathematics, chemistry, geosciences,
telecommunications networking, education and engineering.
Core Program Requirements
The credit hour requirement for Ph.D. students with physics as
a discipline will depend on the student’s entering status and
individual program. In all cases, course credit hours must be
divided among the student’s designated disciplines identified in
a student’s program according to the School of Graduate
Studies’ regulations. Students must also comply with the grade
point, residency, and all other general program regulations.
Physics as a Coordinating Unit
For Ph.D. students with physics as the coordinating discipline,
the following are the core graduate-level courses:
• Physics 500-501 Methods of Mathematical Physics I, II
• Physics 510-511 Theoretical Mechanics I, II
• Physics 520-521 Electromagnetic Theory I, II
• Physics 530-531 Quantum Mechanics I, II
• Physics 540 Statistical Physics I
• Physics 550 Atomic and Molecular Structure
• Physics 630 Advanced Quantum Theory
Students with physics as their coordinating-unit discipline
must either complete these courses at UMKC or must have
already completed equivalent coursework at approved
institutions at the time of their admission to the
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program at UMKC.
Physics as a Co-discipline
A student selecting physics as a codiscipline will be required to
complete 12 credit hours in physics courses. Up to six of these
credit hours may be at the 400 level.
Other Discipline-Specific Special Requirements
Retention in program: Ph.D. students with physics as their
coordinating-unit discipline must maintain a 3.25 grade-point
average. Students with physics as a co-discipline must
maintain a 3.0 GPA in physics courses. A student’s failure to
maintain the minimum GPA will result in a probationary status
for the following semester. A failure to remove the GPA
deficiency during the probationary semester will then result in
the student’s dismissal from the Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
program.
Appeals: Exceptions to any of the discipline-specific
regulations must be approved by the student’s supervisory
committee and by the physics doctoral studies committee. In
the event of disputes or special requests concerning a student’s
Ph.D. program, written appeals and/or documentation must
first be submitted to the student’s supervisory committee. If a
resolution of the problem cannot be affected at that level, the
written appeals process must then progress through the
following levels: (1) Doctoral-studies committee of the Physics
Department (2) Ph.D. Executive Committee (3) Dean of the
School of Graduate Studies.
Comprehensive Examination Guidelines
Physics as Coordinating Unit
Departmental written examination: During April of each year,
the Department of Physics will administer a written,
multi-level examination of all active M.S. level students in
physics and interdisciplinary Ph.D. students with physics as
their coordinating-unit discipline. The four-part examination
will be given during four sessions of four hours each on
consecutive Saturdays. Each part of the examination will
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contain questions at the advanced undergraduate and graduate
levels. The following subject areas will be addressed by the
four parts of the examination:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Mechanics and mathematical physics
Electromagnetism and optics
Modern physics, relativity and quantum mechanics
Thermodynamics, statistical mechanics and condensed
matter physics.
Students may pass the written examination at the following
ascending levels of achievement:
1. Master’s degree passing - necessary for the M.S. degree
2. Ph.D. qualifying - necessary for admission to and/or
retention in the interdisciplinary Ph.D. program
3. Ph.D. comprehensive passing - necessary to advance to
Ph.D. candidacy.
Students need only pass the written examination once at any
given achievement level. But, all graduate students must
attempt the exam every year until they pass it at the appropriate
level, unless they are granted an exception via a petition to the
physics doctoral studies committee.
A maximum of two attempts at each level will be
permitted, and any student who does not attempt the
examination when required to do so will be deemed to have
failed the examination. Students who are required to take this
examination are encouraged to consult with the Department of
Physics for detailed information concerning procedures and
regulations for the examination.
Comprehensive Examination by Committee: The
comprehensive examination administered by the student’s
supervisory committee can be taken only after the student has
passed the departmental written examination at the Ph.D.
comprehensive level. It may be oral, written, or both, and may
include the student’s dissertation proposal and associated
background material.
Physics as Co-discipline
The student’s supervisory committee will determine the
comprehensive examination for students with physics as a
co-discipline.
Political Science
Discipline Coordinator
Dale Neuman, (816) 235-2787, neumand@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
David Atkinson
Robert Evanson
Robert Gamer
Martha Krofp
Thomas Magstadt (A)
Dale A. Neuman
Kant Patel (A)(D)
Max J. Skidmore
G. Ross Stephens (E)
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements earlier in this section.
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
Applicants who designate political science as their
coordinating unit must have an M.A. in political science or a
related field with a 3.0 GPA and scores ranking above the 70th
percentile on either the verbal or the analytical section of the
GRE, or a combined score of 1200 in the two sections. All
applicants also must submit samples of written work, including
a one- or two-page preliminary proposal for an
interdisciplinary plan of study and fulfill other requirements
for full admission as determined by the political science
doctoral faculty.
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Applicants who designate political science as a
co-discipline must have earned at least a 3.0 GPA in 12 or
more hours in political science or closely related courses or
otherwise demonstrate sufficient background in the discipline.
Applicants must also submit samples of written work,
including a one- or two-page preliminary proposal for an
interdisciplinary plan of study and fulfill other requirements
for full admission as determined by the political science
doctoral faculty.
The political science doctoral faculty will recommend to
the dean of the School of Graduate Studies whether or not an
applicant should be admitted. It should be understood that a
student who satisfies the criteria of the School of Graduate
Studies and the requirements of the Department of Political
Science may or may not be granted full admission to the Ph.D.
program. Availability of faculty and resources will be among
the factors determining admission.
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
Applicants who designate political science as their
coordinating-unit discipline and lack an M.A. in political
science or a related field may be admitted provisionally
pending completion of an M.A. in political science at UMKC.
Applicants who have an M.A. in another field but lack
adequate preparation in political science may be admitted
provisionally pending completion of designated undergraduate
courses in the discipline. For full admission, applicants must
also present a master’s thesis or its equivalent in graduate-level
written work and demonstrate acceptable research skills.
Students who designate political science as a co-discipline
but lack adequate preparation in political science may be
admitted provisionally, pending completion of designated
undergraduate courses in the discipline.
Suggested Compatible Co-disciplines
economics, history, public affairs and administration,
psychology, sociology and urban leadership, and policy studies
in education.
Core Program Requirements
Students with political science as their coordinating-unit
discipline must take at least 12 hours in political science after
the M.A., other than the dissertation. They also must take at
least 12 hours in their co-discipline(s). If a co-discipline
requires more than 12 hours, its requirement takes precedence.
In general, students must take whatever specific courses are
deemed necessary by their committees.
The amount of work required for the Ph.D. depends on the
student’s level of preparation. A student entering the Ph.D.
program without an M.A. in political science may expect to do
significantly more work than that required of a student with
such a degree in hand.
Students with political science as their co-discipline must
take at least 12 hours in political science as designated by their
committees.
Comprehensive Examination Guidelines
These examinations are given twice a year. Further information
is available from the department.
Psychology
Discipline Coordinator
Diane L. Filion (816) 235-1061, filiond@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
James F. Collins
Diane Filion
Leah Gensheimer
Kathleen Goggin (D)
Christopher Haddock (D)
Joseph La Pond
Bernard Lubin (D)
Andre A. Moenssens
Sharon Portwood
Walker S. Carlos Poston II
School of Graduate Studies
Jay Hewitt
Joseph Hughey
Charles Sheridan (E,D)
Lisa Terre (D)
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements earlier in this section.
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
Psychology as Coordinating Unit: Psychology is appropriate
as a coordinating unit for Interdisciplinary Ph.D. study for the
exceptional student who has a thorough background in
psychology. All applicants must be sponsored by a
doctoral-faculty member of the Department of Psychology.
Applicants are responsible for contacting faculty with
compatible interests to arrange sponsorship. Students who
want help in identifying doctoral faculty in their areas of
interest should call the Department of Psychology. In addition
to sponsorship, the following minimal requirements must be
fulfilled:
1. A preliminary program approved by the sponsoring
faculty
2. B.S. or B.A. in psychology or an advanced degree in a
related discipline (e.g., counseling, special education)
3. At least a score of 1200 on the verbal and quantitative
sections of the GRE
4. Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better.
Beyond these minimal requirements, students are considered
on a case by case basis and are required to submit the
following information in addition to the standard application
for Interdisciplinary Ph.D. study and necessary supporting
documentation:
• An up-to-date resume or vita
• Reprints of all publications, if applicable
• Detailed statement of applicant’s career and professional
goals.
Psychology as Co-discipline: Psychology is appropriate as a
co-discipline for the exceptional student who demonstrates a
clear aptitude for graduate study of psychology. Accordingly,
all applicants must be sponsored by a doctoral-faculty member
of the Department of Psychology. Applicants are responsible
for contacting faculty with compatible interests to arrange
sponsorship. In addition to sponsorship, the following minimal
requirements must be fulfilled:
1. Minimum combined score of 1100 on the verbal and
quantitative sections of the GRE
2. Undergraduate GPA of 3.0
3. B.A. or B.S. degrees in psychology are not required.
Nevertheless, prior to admission, students must have
received a grade of B or better or the equivalent in the
following undergraduate courses:
• Introduction to Statistics
• Experimental Psychology
• History and Systems of Psychology and three of the
following seven courses:
– Physiological Psychology
– Learning, Sensation and Perception
– Personality
– Social Psychology
– Developmental Psychology
– Abnormal Psychology
– Cognitive Psychology.
Admissions for fall and winter semesters only. Application
deadline is March 1 for a UMKC Fall Semester and Oct. 15 for
the Winter Semester.
Alternate Admission Criteria
No alternate criteria will be considered.
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
No qualifying requirements at this time.
Suggested Compatible Co-disciplines
Education, urban leadership and policy studies in education,
public affairs and administration, sociology, and political
science.
Core Program Requirements
The following are minimum requirements for Ph.D. students
with psychology as their coordinating-unit discipline:
1. Psychology 515 Advanced History and Systems of
Psychology
2. 12 hours of coursework in statistics and research
methodology (e.g., Psychology 516, 517, 601, and 580C
[Applied Research Methods])
3. Nine hours of coursework in general breadth areas of
psychology (e.g., Psychology 504, 505, 507, 512, 518,
522, 523, 533, 611).
The following are minimum requirements for Ph.D. students
with psychology as their co-discipline:
1. Psychology 515 Advanced History and Systems of
Psychology
2. Psychology 516 Advanced Quantitative Methods (or
approved equivalent)
3. Six additional hours of coursework in statistics and
research methodology (e.g., Psychology 517, 601, or
580C [Applied Research Methods])
4. Six hours of coursework in general breadth areas of
psychology (e.g., Psychology 504, 505, 507, 512, 518,
522, 523, 533, 611).
Psychology as the coordinating-unit discipline requires a
minimum of 54 total hours (including research and dissertation
hours). Psychology as the co-discipline requires a minimum of
36 total hours. These will normally be taken in psychology, but
the student’s supervisory committee may, at its discretion,
include courses from related disciplines if this fosters the
integrity of the program. If the supervisory committee feels
that more than six hours outside of psychology are appropriate,
approval of the Psychology Interdisciplinary Ph.D. committee
will be required. The Department of Psychology expects its
interdisciplinary Ph.D. students to complete a program of
approximately 90 credit hours, including the combined hours
from both disciplines.
Other Discipline-Specific Special Requirements
Prior to and independent of their dissertation, interdisciplinary
Ph.D. students with psychology as a coordinating or
co-discipline must complete a piece of work of a psychological
nature judged by their supervisory committee to be of a
publishable quality.
Comprehensive Examination Guidelines
The comprehensive examination will be designed by the
student’s supervisory committee to demonstrate proficiency in
psychological principles and their relationship to the student’s
co-discipline(s). A wide range of formats are acceptable for
the comprehensive examination. For example, in lieu of a
traditional essay exam, a student, with the approval of his or
her supervisory committee, may choose to conduct an
independent investigation of an approved topic within the
student’s area(s) of interest that results in the preparation of a
publishable paper adhering to the format of Psychological
Bulleting or Psychological Review. Comprehensive
examinations may be integrated with those in other disciplines.
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Public Affairs and Administration
Discipline Coordinator
Robert Herman, (816) 235-2338, hermanr@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
Gregory Arling
Lee Bolman
Nancy Day
Vine Deloria, Jr. (A)
Patricia Greene
Richard Heimovics
Robert Herman
L. Kenneth Hubbell (D)
Kant Patel (A)(D)
Nicholas Peroff
David O. Renz
Edward P. Richards
Joseph F. Singer
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements earlier in this section.
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
Due to course sequencing, the doctoral-faculty committee in
this discipline will ordinarily only consider applications for
admission for the fall term. To have their credentials included
in the review process, applicants should submit GRE scores
and all other necessary supporting documentation no later than
March 31.
Applicants must have an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0
or a graduate GPA of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale. The discipline
doctoral faculty prefer to admit students who have already
earned a master’s degree. Students with only bachelor’s
degrees who are admitted with public affairs and
administration as their coordinating discipline will be expected
to complete the M.P.A. as part of their Ph.D. program.
Admissions will be limited to a maximum of two students
for each member of the doctoral faculty in the division each
year. Each doctoral-faculty member will also be limited to a
maximum of six doctoral students under supervision at any one
time. Additional admission criteria will include interviews,
student mix, individual faculty capacity, and course availability
at the time of admission. Though all applications are reviewed,
only rarely will admission be granted to a student who does not
meet the basic eligibility requirements.
Alternate Admission Criteria
On occasion, an applicant with an academic predictor (GRE
scores or previous grade-point average) that falls slightly below
the usual required minimum may be provisionally admitted to
the Ph.D. program with public affairs and administration as the
coordinating discipline. These exceptional admissions will be
limited to students who already hold a master’s degree from an
accredited institution, and will be granted on the basis of (a)
the applicant’s prior achievements in overcoming a
disadvantaged background or (b) outstanding academic
achievement by the applicant in prior graduate study.
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
No discipline-specific qualifying requirements beyond the
admission criteria listed here.
Suggested Compatible Co-disciplines
Urban leadership and policy studies in education, economics,
education, history, psychology, political science, and sociology.
Core Program Requirements
For those students with public affairs and administration as the
coordinating-unit discipline, required courses:
• PA 510 Introduction to Public Administration Research
• PA 525 Financial Accountability and Policy Development
• PA 526 The Politics of Administration
• PA 530 Public Management
• PA 544 Public Policy Evaluation and Analysis
• PA 548 Leadership for Public Service
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• MA 513 Economic Policy & Managerial Control OR BA
501 Economics for Administration
(Previous coursework that is substantially equivalent to any of
the above courses may waive the requirement.)
• PA 610 Inquiry in Public Administration & Affairs
• PA 620-A Literature of Public Affairs and Administration
(emphasizing public administration and public policy)
• PA 620-B Literature of Public Affairs and Administration
(emphasizing organizational studies)
• PA 630 Learning in Public Affairs & Administration
• PA 631 Teaching in Public Affairs & Administration
• PA 650 Advanced Research in Public Affairs &
Administration
Plus, two or three courses in statistics and research methods
(these courses should be selected both in relation to the
student’s likely dissertation topic and in preparation for the
portion of the comprehensive examination on statistics and
research methods). PA610, PA620, and PA650 and the
statistics courses are required of all students with public affairs
and administration as the coordinating-unit discipline. PA630
and PA631 may be waived, depending on a student’s
background and career plans. In addition to the required
courses, each student will typically select three or four courses
relevant to the student’s particular substantive interests. Course
requirements for the co-discipline will depend on the discipline
selected and the student’s preparation in that discipline. The
exact courses that will constitute each student’s plan of study
are decided by the student’s supervisory committee.
For those students with public affairs and administration
as a co-discipline, the requirements are
• PA 525 Financial Accountability and Policy Development
• PA 526 Politics of Administration
• PA 620-A Literature of Public Affairs and Administration
(emphasizing public administration and public policy),
consult with PAA adviser
• PA 544 Public Policy Evaluation and Analysis
• PA 548 Leadership for Public Service
• PA 620-B Literature of Public Affairs and Administration
(emphasizing organizational studies), consult with PAA
adviser
Any or all of the above courses may be waived if a student has
had substantially equivalent courses. In addition, co-discipline
students are expected to complete three or more public
administration courses (either in one of the M.P.A.
specializations or in an individualized package) relevant to
their substantive interests. All students with public affairs and
administration as a co-discipline must complete at least four
public administration courses.
Other Discipline-Specific Special Requirements
Dissertation. To successfully complete the Ph.D. program,
each student must write a dissertation based on empirical
research that constitutes a contribution to knowledge. The
minimum number of hours for a doctoral dissertation with
public affairs and administration as the coordinating discipline
is nine, though some committees may require more.
Comprehensive Examination Guidelines
The comprehensive examination for doctoral students with
public affairs and administration as their coordinating-unit
discipline consists of five areas:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
public administration and policy analysis
organization and management
research methods and statistics
a specialized substantive area
the co-discipline exam.
School of Graduate Studies
The first three areas are “common” with all students
responding to the same exam, while the fourth and fifth areas
are specific for each student.
The discipline’s portion of the comprehensive examination
for doctoral students with public affairs and administration as
their co-discipline consists of two areas:
1. public administration and policy analysis
2. organization and management.
Religious Studies
Discipline Coordinator
Gary L. Ebersole, (816) 235-5704, ebersoleg@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
J. Bradley Chance (A)
Joseph E. Coleson (A)
Francis G. C. Deblauwe (A)
David Nelson Duke (A)
Gary Ebersole
Paul M. Edwards (A)
Robert S. Gall (A)
Herman M. Hattaway (D)
Carla L. Klausner (D)
William S. Lyon (A)
Molly T. Marshall (A)
David M. May (A)
Harold E. Raser (A)
Joseph P. Schultz (E,D)
Howard Schwartz (A)
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements earlier in this section.
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
Generally, students who select religious studies as a discipline
must begin their work during the fall semester. Applications
received by Feb. 15 will be eligible for fellowship and
scholarship consideration. Applications received after that date
will be considered by on a rolling basis. Except in very special
situations, applications which are incomplete as of April 1 will
not be considered until the following year.
In addition to the general admission criteria required of all
applicants, those who choose religious studies as their
coordinating discipline must:
• Possess a master’s degree in religious studies or theology;
or a master’s degree in any of the disciplines of the
humanities or social sciences. Under certain conditions, a
master of divinity degree is acceptable.
• Have earned a grade-point average of 3.5 in graduate
courses.
Students who choose religious studies as a co-discipline must
meet the criteria for admission specified by the School of
Graduate Studies and should have some academic experience
in religious studies or career experience related to religion.
All applicants must submit:
1. One or more samples of written work.
2. A brief statement of academic and professional goals.
3. A one- or two-page proposal outlining an interdisciplinary
plan of study and tentatively specifying a dissertation
topic or area of specialization.
Applicants are advised that meeting the criteria of the School
of Graduate Studies and the discipline does not automatically
result in admission to the interdisciplinary Ph.D. program.
When making recommendations to the School of Graduate
Studies, the discipline’s faculty steering committee considers
other factors as well, particularly the availability of faculty
qualified to work in the applicant’s area of interest, and the
existence locally of necessary archival and library facilities.
Alternate Admission Criteria
In exceptional cases, candidates who do not meet either the
School of Graduate Studies or the discipline’s minimum
requirements for admission may be admitted under the
following alternate criteria, one or more of which will be used
to assess the applicant’s ability:
1. Satisfactory performance in graduate-level courses taken
in a master’s degree program.
2. Positive written recommendations of regular or adjunct
doctoral faculty in the discipline who are willing to work
with the applicant and who have evaluated the applicant’s
previous work.
3. Satisfactory completion of specified courses in the
religious studies graduate curriculum before consideration
or reconsideration of a candidate’s application.
4. Publications or comparable achievements related to
religious studies.
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
Applicants who do not meet the requirements specified above
may be recommended for provisional admission by the
Religious Studies faculty. An applicant admitted provisionally
will receive notification of deficiencies and of the conditions
which must be met before full admission will be granted.
Suggested Compatible Co-disciplines
Education, English, history, history of art, political science,
health psychology, sociology, Social Work.
Core Program Requirements
The total number of courses and credits on the plan of study
will vary depending on the student’s degree of preparation
prior to admission. The core program requirement for a student
whose coordinating-unit discipline is religious studies
includes a minimum of 18 hours of coursework in religious
studies, including RS 510, RS 584, RS 586, and RS 680, plus
coursework in the student’s co-discipline(s) [not to exceed 60
percent of the total course work on the plan of study], and at
least 12 dissertation credits. The discipline’s core requirement
for a student whose co-discipline is religious studies includes
RS 510, RS 584, and RS 586, plus such other courses
recommended by the religious studies member(s) of the
student’s supervisory committee. All students are urged to take
coursework in comparative studies of religion, as well as in
cognate fields.
Core Courses:
Religious Studies 680 (3 credit hours) - A doctoral
colloquium in religious studies.
Religious Studies 687 (3 credit hours) - A doctoral
research seminar in which faculty work on a one-to-one or
one-to-three basis with a student’s research and writing in
preparation for the dissertation. Faculty are assigned on the
basis of their expertise in the areas of student research.
Religious Studies 697 (3 credit hours) - An independent
readings course taken with members of the committee
supervising the student’s dissertation.
Religious Studies 510 Religions of the World (or RS 587
The Spectrum of Faith) (3 credit hours)
Religious Studies 586 (3 credit hours) - Methodological
Approaches to the Study of Religion.
Religious Studies 584 (3 credit hours) - Sacred Narratives
and Texts (or The Reading of Sacred Literatures as Primary
Sources in Religious Studies).
The student whose dissertation will have a theological
and/or philosophical focus may be required to take the
following course offered by Nazarene Theological Seminary,
or its equivalent: Religious Studies 585 (3 credit hours)
-Theological Method and Research.
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Students who have taken any of the three required
500-level core courses prior to admission may substitute other
courses approved by their supervisory committee to satisfy the
core-course requirement. Graduate courses offered by other
area institutions that have been approved by the student’s
supervisory committee may also be used to fulfill the core
course requirements in religious studies.
Other Discipline-Specific Special Requirements
Foreign language requirements: All students with religious
studies as either coordinating or co-discipline and whose
dissertation requires work in foreign language sources must
demonstrate the requisite language competency through a
special examination approved by the student’s supervisory
committee. In addition, all Ph.D. students must demonstrate a
reading ability in either French or German.
Requirements for retention: A doctoral student with
religious studies as a discipline must maintain a 3.0 (B)
grade-point average in each semester of coursework taken. A
student whose term GPA falls below 3.0 or whose work is
deemed unsatisfactory by his or her supervisory committee
may be placed on probation for one semester. A person
receiving an F grade in a class normally will not be retained in
the doctoral program.
Comprehensive Examination Guidelines
The student with religious studies as the coordinating
discipline must take three comprehensive examinations in
religious studies containing both a written and an oral
component, plus an examination set by the co-discipline. The
three religious studies examinations are: history and methods
of the field, comparative studies of religion, and special area. A
student’s special area may be defined by religious tradition
(e.g., Christianity, Judaism, Buddhism) or by geographical area
(e.g., American religious history, religions of Africa, Chinese
religions). The content of the comprehensive examinations will
be determined by the student’s supervisory committee and will
vary somewhat according to the religious studies component of
the student’s plan of study. Students will be provided with the
requirements for the comprehensive examinations at the time
of admission to the Ph.D. program. Students who have
religious studies as the co-discipline will take one
comprehensive examination, which will include questions
involving methodology, comparative issues, and the student’s
special area of expertise.
Interdisciplinarity
Religious studies is an interdisciplinary, cross-cultural, and
comparative field of study. All students are expected to take
coursework in a variety of traditional disciplines and to
integrate the knowledge and methodological approaches used
in these disciplines in their own research and writing during
their graduate career and in the dissertation.
Social Sciences Consortium:
Economics, Political Science and
Sociology
Discipline Coordinator
James Sturgeon, (816) 235-2837, sturgeonj@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
See the individual entries for Economics, Political
Science, and Sociology.
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements earlier in this section.
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Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
The Social Sciences Consortium is only available as a
co-discipline option, not as a coordinating-unit discipline.
Each of the participants in the consortium: economics, political
science, and sociology, is fully involved, as a discipline, in the
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program, with discipline-specific
criteria for admission and core program requirements. In
addition, however, these three disciplines have developed a
special co-discipline option that blends elements of economics,
political science, and sociology for students who desire a
broader interdisciplinary approach to their doctoral studies.
Recommendations for admission are made by a committee
of doctoral faculty from the three disciplines which reviews all
applications for the Social Sciences Consortium as a
co-discipline combination. After admission, the faculty
committee aids in the formation of each student’s supervisory
committee.
Suggested Compatible, Coordinating Discipline
Economics, education, geosciences (with a geography focus),
history, political science, psychology, public affairs and
administration, sociology, and urban leadership and policy
studies in education.
Core Program Requirements
Students admitted with this combination of social science areas
as their co-disciplines will normally take at least one
doctoral-level core course in each of the three participating
social science disciplines, plus two three-hour interdisciplinary
social science courses. One of these interdisciplinary courses,
SocSc 610 Philosophy of Social Science, is taken early in the
students’ programs, and the other, SocSc 620 Seminar in
Social Theory and Policy Analysis, is taken near the end of the
students’ programs to provide a capstone to the co-disciplines
and a place to begin designing and polishing the students’
research proposals for their dissertations.
The discipline-specific, doctoral-level core courses are:
• Econ 688 Colloquium on Political Economy (Econ 551
Advanced Institutional Theory may be substituted)
• PolSc 680 Traditions, Theories, and Trends in Political
Science
• Sociol 503 Controversies in Contemporary Social Theory
and Practice
Students with economics, political science, or sociology as
their coordinating-unit discipline may substitute a course from
one of the other two disciplines or from history in place of the
doctoral-level core course from their coordinating-unit
discipline. The total minimum co-discipline core requirement
is 15 credit hours (five courses).
Sociology
Discipline Coordinator
Peter Singelmann, (816) 235-2523,
singelmannp@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
Leanne Alarid
James Anderson
Louise Arnold (A)
Barbara Bonnekessen (A)
Linda M. Breytspraak
C. Neil Bull
Ken C. Erickson (A)
Kristin Esterberg
James M. Galliher
Burton P. Halpert
Alex Holsinger
Kristi Holsinger
Wayne Lucas
Kenneth J. Novak
Phillip Olson
Tanya Price
Peter Singelmann
Deborah B. Smith
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements earlier in this section.
School of Graduate Studies
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirement
In addition to the general criteria for admission, applicants
selecting sociology as their coordinating discipline must have
an M.A. or M.S. in sociology or in a related discipline.
Additionally, applicants must submit samples of written work
and a preliminary proposal for their interdisciplinary plan of
study (e.g., intended co-discipline, academic emphasis areas
within sociology, intended dissertation research area).
Applicants must also have three written recommendations
from professors and/or practitioners in the field sent to the
Admissions Office. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or
above in their M.A./M.S. program.
Applicants who designate sociology as a co-discipline
must submit samples of written work and a brief statement (no
more than three pages) indicating a preliminary proposal for
their interdisciplinary plan of study (e.g., intended
coordinating discipline, academic emphasis areas, intended
dissertation research area). This statement should address how
sociological studies will contribute to achieve their academic
and professional goals.
New students selecting sociology as either their
coordinating unit or their co-discipline will be admitted only in
the fall term. The deadline for receipt of completed
applications and supporting documentation is April 1. Review
of applications and final admissions recommendations will be
made during the month of April. It should be understood that
those satisfying requirements for admission may or may not be
granted full admission to the Ph.D. program. Availability of
faculty and resources will be among the factors determining
admission. Applicants are strongly encouraged to identify a
faculty adviser in sociology during the admissions process.
Alternate Admission Criteria
Applicants not meeting the minimum admission requirements
and/or not having sufficient academic preparation (as listed in
the following section) may be considered for provisional
admission by the department if the faculty sees high potential
for advanced work from the other credentials of the applicant.
Evidence of high potential might be pertinent work or research
experience, published papers, or extremely high achievements
in other criterion areas for admission. In any case, the required
GPA must be 3.0 or higher in the M.A./M.S. program.
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
Prerequisites for full admission include prior graduate courses
in the following core areas:
• Classical Social/Social Theory
• 20th Century Social/Social Theory
• Qualitative Research Methods
• Quantitative Research Methods
• Intermediate Statistics
• M.A./M.S. thesis or a research project/report (SOC 595,
six additional credit hours)
Provisional Admission for candidates who have not yet met
these requirements will be changed to full admission when a
candidate passes each of these courses with a B (3.0) or higher.
Suggested Compatible Co-disciplines
Economics, education, urban leadership and policy studies in
education, psychology, history, political science, and Social
Science Consortium.
Core Program Requirements
Sociology as the Coordinating Discipline
A. Course Requirements
Students with sociology as the coordinating unit are required to
take the following courses (18 credit hours):
1. Sociology core courses (six hours):
• Soc 503 Controversies in Contemporary Social
Theory and Practice
• Psych 517 Multiple Regression and Multivariate
Analysis. Prerequisite: Soc 516
2. 12 hours of substantive Sociology courses related to their
plan of research
B. Other Discipline-Specific Requirements:
• Research Dissertation (12 hours)
• Comprehensive exams
Students are expected to maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher in
their coursework within the Ph.D. program. If the GPA falls
below this level, students will be on probation and have one
semester to raise their GPA to 3.0 or above.
Students are expected to write and defend a dissertation
that meets standards set forth by their supervisory committee
and the university.
Sociology as a Co-discipline
Those students with sociology as a co-discipline will take a
minimum of 15 hours in sociology. Prior to full admission they
will have been expected to have taken, and passed with a
minimum of 3.0, the following courses:
• Soc 501 Social Theory I (three hours)
• Soc 502 Social Theory II (three hours)
Comprehensive Examination Guidelines
Students with sociology as their coordinating discipline must
successfully complete a comprehensive written examination in
the following areas: (1) social theory, (2) research
methods/statistics, (3) one substantive area of choice. Students
must complete these examinations after having taken the
required number of course hours in their coordinating and
co-discipline and before enrolling in the 12 hours of
dissertation research.
Students with sociology as a co-discipline must
successfully complete three hours of comprehensive written
examination within a substantive area of sociology elected in
the program of study.
Software Architecture
Discipline Coordinator
Lein Harn,(816) 235-2367, harnl@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
James K. Blundell
Mary Lou A. Hines
Eun K. Park
Jerrold F. Stach
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements earlier in this section.
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
A student who meets the minimum discipline requirements
stated below will be considered for regular admission to the
Ph.D. program. A student who does not meet some of the
requirements but shows high potential for advanced-level work
may be considered for provisional admission. Admission also
depends on factors such as number of seats available, resources
available in the area of student’s interest, the quality of
previous work, etc. A student not qualifying for admission to
the Ph.D. program may be considered for admission to the
M.S. computer science program. Requirements for admission
are the same whether the applicant is requesting software
architecture as the coordinating-unit discipline or co-discipline.
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Academic preparation: The applicant must have a
bachelor’s degree and/or a master’s degree in computer
science, computer engineering, electronics, communications
engineering, or any other field requiring substantial training in
at least one of the above fields and in mathematics with a GPA
of 3.5 or better, cumulative as well as in the major field; and a
GPA of 3.5 or better in all post-baccalaureate or post-master’s
degree work.
Aptitude for advanced work: The student must
demonstrate an aptitude for advanced-level work through
national/international standardized examinations such as GRE.
The expected performance level is the 85th percentile in the
quantitative portion of the GRE examination.
Proficiency in English: The student must demonstrate his
or her proficiency in oral and written communication in
English through national/ international standardized English
examinations such as TOEFL, verbal portion of the GRE, etc.
The expected proficiency level is the 50th percentile in the
verbal portion of the GRE or a TOEFL score of 570. UMKC
students may also satisfy this requirement by obtaining an
English Proficiency Certification from the English Department.
[Note: As per University policy, all international students are
tested for proficiency in English upon arrival on campus,
regardless of their scores in TOEFL or verbal portion of GRE
or any other test. A student’s adviser may also require the
student to take the above test, irrespective of the student’s
native language. As a result of this test, the student may be
required to improve his or her oral and written communication
in English before enrollment in the courses of the chosen
disciplines.]
Recommendations: The student must provide at least three
recommendation letters from the professors from his or her
previous institution(s). If the applicant has been out of school
for several years, recommendation letters from his or her
supervisors (technical) will be acceptable. At least one
Computer Science Telecommunications Program (CSTP)
faculty recommendation must be provided if the student has
taken courses from or worked with the CSTP faculty.
Statement of goals and objectives: The applicant must
provide a 250- to 500-word essay on his or her goals and
objectives of pursuing the Ph.D. in the chosen fields.
Admission at an advanced level: An applicant who has
already completed significant graduate coursework (15 or more
semester hours or the post-master’s work or 30 or more hours
of the post-bachelor’s work) toward a Ph.D. at another
institution, must provide reasons for changing institutions. The
applicant must also provide a letter of endorsement from a
software architecture department’s doctoral faculty member
indicating willingness to be the student’s research adviser.
Alternate Admission Criteria
The applicant may have received a bachelor’s degree and/or a
master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering,
electrical engineering and/or electronics, or any other related
field with substantial training in mathematics. An applicant not
meeting the minimum admission requirements and/or not
having sufficient academic preparation (stated below under
prerequisite knowledge) for advanced work in the chosen
discipline(s) may be considered for provisional admission by
the CSTP Ph.D. committee, if the committee sees high
potential for advanced work from the rest of the applicant’s
credentials. Evidence of high potential might be pertinent work
experience, published papers, or extremely high achievement
in related areas. In any case, however, the required GPA (or
GPAs) must be at least 3.0 and the coursework deficiencies in
the applicant’s chosen CSTP discipline must not be more than
18 semester hours. Applicants with an established research
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and/or publication record in a quantitative science are
encouraged to apply to this discipline.
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
Prerequisite knowledge: A Ph.D. student selecting software
architecture as a discipline is expected to have the level of
preparation represented by the following courses before
attempting advanced study:
• Computer Science: CS 291, CS 352, CS 431, CS 441, CS
451, CS 470, CS 481,
• Mathematics: Math 300
Qualifying entrance examination: If the CSTP Ph.D.
committee is not satisfied with the quality of a student’s
academic preparation, even though the student may satisfy the
admission requirements quantitatively, the student may be
required to take and pass an entrance examination before being
awarded regular admission. The entrance examination for the
software architecture discipline will be conducted by the
software architecture doctoral faculty as a committee once in
each regular semester. If the student is unsuccessful in this
examination, the committee, along with the CSTP Ph.D.
committee, will decide on the final course of action. This could
include terminating the admission, changing the status to “on
probation with additional conditions to be satisfied,” or
retaking the entrance examination.
Length of time to complete qualifying requirements: When
a student is admitted provisionally, the CSTP Ph.D. committee
will specify, and the UMKC Executive Committee will
confirm, the conditions and length of time available to satisfy
conditions to achieve regular-admission status.
Suggested Compatible Co-disciplines
Computer networking, telecommunications networking,
mathematics, physics, chemistry (computational focus), and
engineering (electrical and mechanical focus).
Core Program Requirements
The amount of work required for the Ph.D. depends on the
student’s level of preparation. For example, a student entering
the Ph.D. program after bachelor’s may expect to do
significantly more work compared to the student entering after
the master’s.
Comprehensive Examination Guidelines
The student may obtain information on comprehensive
examination guidelines from the CSTP office.
Telecommunications Networking
Discipline Coordinator
Lein Harn,(816) 235-2367, harnl@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
Jagan Agrawal
Lein Harn
Vijay Kumar (D)
Khosrow Sohraby
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements earlier in this section.
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
A student who meets the minimum discipline requirements
stated below will be considered for regular admission to the
Ph.D. program. A student who does not meet some of the
requirements but shows high potential for advanced-level work
may be considered for provisional admission. Admission also
depends on factors such as number of seats available, resources
available in the area of student’s interest, the quality of
previous work, etc. A student not qualifying for admission to
the Ph.D. program may be considered for admission to the
School of Graduate Studies
M.S. computer science program. Requirements for admission
are the same whether the applicant is requesting
telecommunications as the coordinating-unit discipline or
co-discipline.
Academic preparation: The applicant must have a
bachelor’s degree and/or a master’s degree in computer
science, computer engineering, electronics, communications
engineering, or any other field requiring substantial training in
at least one of the above fields and in mathematics with a GPA
of 3.5 or better, cumulative as well as in the major field; and a
GPA of 3.5 or better in all post-baccalaureate or post-master’s
degree work.
Aptitude for advanced work: The student must
demonstrate an aptitude for advanced-level work through
national/international standardized examinations such as GRE.
The expected performance level is the 85th percentile in the
quantitative portion of the GRE examination.
Proficiency in English: The student must demonstrate his
or her proficiency in oral and written communication in
English through national/ international standardized English
examinations such as TOEFL, verbal portion of the GRE, etc.
The expected proficiency level is the 50th percentile in the
verbal portion of the GRE or a TOEFL score of 570. UMKC
students may also satisfy this requirement by obtaining an
English Proficiency Certification from the English Department.
[Note: As per University policy, all international students are
tested for proficiency in English upon arrival on campus,
irrespective of their scores in TOEFL or verbal portion of
GRE, or any other test. A student’s adviser may also require
the student to take the above test, irrespective of the student’s
native language. As a result of this test, the student may be
required to improve his or her oral and written communication
in English before enrollment in the courses of the chosen
disciplines.]
Recommendations: The student must provide at least two,
but preferably three, recommendation letters from the
professors from his or her previous institution(s). If the
applicant has been out of school for several years,
recommendation letters from his or her supervisors (technical)
will be acceptable. At least one Computer Science
Telecommunications Program (CSTP) faculty recommendation
must be provided if the student has taken courses from or
worked with the CSTP faculty.
Statement of goals and objectives: The applicant must
provide a 250- to 500-word essay on his or her goals and
objectives of pursuing the Ph.D. in the chosen fields.
Admission at an advanced level: An applicant who has
already completed significant graduate coursework (15 or more
semester hours or the post-master’s work or 30 or more hours
of the post-bachelor’s work) toward a Ph.D. at another
institution, must provide reasons for changing institutions. The
applicant must also provide a letter of endorsement from a
CSTP faculty indicating willingness to be the student’s
research adviser.
Alternate Admission Criteria
An applicant not meeting the minimum admission
requirements and/or not having sufficient academic preparation
(stated below under “prerequisite knowledge”) for advanced
work in the chosen discipline(s) may be considered for
provisional admission by the CSTP Ph.D. committee if the
committee sees high potential for advanced work from the rest
of the applicant’s credentials. Evidence of high potential might
be pertinent work experience, published papers, or extremely
high achievement in another criterion area. In any case,
however, the required GPA (or GPAs) must be at least 3.0 and
the coursework deficiencies in the applicant’s chosen CSTP
discipline must not be more than 18 semester hours.
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
Prerequisite knowledge: A Ph.D. student selecting
telecommunications as a discipline is expected to have the
level of preparation represented by the following courses
before attempting advanced study:
• Computer Science: CS 291, CS 311, CS 481, CS 394
• Mathematics: Math 250, Math 345
• Physics: Phys 250.
Qualifying entrance examination: If the CSTP Ph.D.
committee is not satisfied with the quality of a student’s
academic preparation, even though the student may satisfy the
admission requirements quantitatively, the student may be
required to take and pass an entrance examination before being
awarded regular admission. The entrance examination for each
CSTP discipline will be conducted by the CSTP Ph.D.
committee once in each regular semester. If the student is
unsuccessful in this examination, the CSTP Ph.D. committee
will decide on the final course of action, based on the student’s
performance in the examination. This could include
terminating the admission, changing the status to “on probation
with additional conditions to be satisfied,” retaking the
entrance examination, etc.
Length of time to complete qualifying requirements: When
a student is admitted provisionally, the conditions and the
maximum period for conditions to be satisfied for the change
of status to regular admission will be specified by the CSTP
Ph.D. committee and confirmed by the UMKC Ph.D.
Executive Committee at the time of provisional admission.
Suggested Compatible Co-disciplines
Computer networking, mathematics, physics, chemistry and
engineering.
Core Program Requirements
The amount of work required for the Ph.D. depends on the
student’s level of preparation. For example, a student entering
the Ph.D. program after bachelor’s may expect to do
significantly more work compared to the student entering after
the master’s.
Comprehensive Examination Guidelines
The student may obtain information on comprehensive
examination guidelines from the CSTP office.
Urban Leadership and Policy Studies
in Education
Discipline Coordinator
Edward Underwood, (816) 235-2476,
underwoode@umkc.edu
Doctoral Faculty Participation
Eugene Eubanks
Joan V. Gallos
Patricia Hovis (A)
Stuart A. McAninch
Guy Edward Mills
Young Pai (E)
Richard Palm
Carolyn J. Thompson
Sue C. Thompson
Note: The discipline-specific requirements listed here are in
addition to the requirements listed in Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
Discipline-Specific Requirements earlier in this section.
Discipline-Specific Admission Requirements
This discipline did not accept applications for admission
during the 1999-2000 academic year. Persons interested in
pursuing doctoral work in Urban Leadership and Policy
Studies in Education should contact the discipline coordinator
for information about whether or not students are being
considered for admission for the current academic year.
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Applicants who designate urban leadership and policy
studies in education as their coordinating unit will be expected
to have a grade-point average of at least 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale),
covering all college work taken prior to the bachelor’s degree,
or a GPA of at least 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale), covering all
post-baccalaureate work completed to date. Applications are
normally only reviewed once a year, for admission beginning
with the next summer or fall term. To be considered,
applications must be submitted to the Admissions Office by
Feb. 15. All required application documentation must be
received by March 1.
The applicant must provide the following supplementary
documentation:
• Written recommendations from appropriate professors
and practitioners in the field (selected by the applicant).
• An autobiographical sketch. (This should be a brief
resume of academic and professional goals and the
applicant’s personal, academic and career history as it
relates to those goals. It should also include reasons for
choosing urban leadership and policy studies in education
as a field of study.)
• Evidence of graduate level writing ability provided by
writing samples, prior scholarly writing, or the successful
completion of an essay examination.
In addition, an applicant, the applicant’s adviser, or any
member of the division may request that the applicant meet
with and be interviewed by the division faculty.
Alternate Admission Criteria
Applicants whose admissions profiles do not satisfy the Ph.D.
general criteria, but whose aggregate GRE score on all three
sections is at least 1200, will be considered for
recommendation for admission based on an evaluation of the
above objective and subjective information, plus a variety of
additional factors such as demonstrated leadership skills, prior
energy level, commitment to education, communication skills,
cultural background, etc.
International applicants will be considered for admission
to the Ph.D. program on the basis of background, experience,
and educational attainments in their home countries.
Exceptions to the general criteria for admission to
interdisciplinary Ph.D. study may be made for students whose
potential for success in the doctoral program may not be
reflected in the general criteria.
Qualifying Requirements for Full Admission
In some cases, the division may ask that 12 hours of work at
UMKC, including an education foundations course, be taken
prior to full admission.
Students admitted under alternate criteria will be notified
upon acceptance of any coursework deficiencies they must
satisfy or other preparation they must undertake prior to full
admission.
Suggested Compatible Co-disciplines
Education, public affairs and administration, history,
economics, political science, the social science consortium,
and sociology.
Core Program Requirements
Students with urban leadership and policy studies in education
as a co-discipline will be required to take a minimum of 15
credit hours of core courses. The core curricula will vary,
depending on the types of educational setting upon which
candidates wish to focus. Specific courses will be selected with
the advice and consent of the student’s faculty adviser and
supervisory committee. The supervisory committee may elect
to accept coursework in an educational-specialist program or
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other post-master’s degree program as counting toward the 15
credit-hour requirement.
Students seeking administrative certification for public
school positions should check with their advisers to be sure
they include all courses currently required in the states in
which they wish to become certified.
The amount of required coursework, beyond the minimum
15 credit-hour core requirement, taken by students with urban
leadership and policy studies in education as their
coordinating-unit discipline, will depend upon their previous
preparation in the discipline, their previous research
competencies, their personal career goals, and their research
interests.
All students with urban leadership and policy studies in
education as either the coordinating-unit discipline or the
co-discipline are required to take and complete the seminar on
problems and issues in urban education, which is currently
listed as ED 589UL. Preferably, the seminar will be taken
during one of the last two semesters of coursework preceding
the comprehensive examination.
Other Discipline-Specific Special Requirements
The student, at a minimum, will be required to take and
complete 12 hours of coursework which provide extensive
preparation in research methodologies relevant to her or his
professional goals and intended dissertation project. The
student will select specific courses with the advice and consent
of her or his faculty adviser and supervisory committee.
Typical courses which would satisfy this requirement include
(but are not limited to): Educ 505, Educ 508, Educ 605, Educ
608, Educ 610, Hist 591, Hist 687, Soc 510, Soc 511, and Soc
512.
Comprehensive Examination Guidelines
Students with urban leadership and policy studies in education
as the coordinating-unit discipline must pass a comprehensive
examination including both the coordinating-unit discipline
and the co-discipline areas.
Fee Information
Fee Information
All statements as to fees are by way of announcement only for
the school year 2000-2001, because educational fees are
governed by the University of Missouri Board of Curators.
New educational fee schedules cannot be provided until
approved by the Board of Curators.
Although the University expressly reserves the right to
change any and all fees and other charges at any time without
advance notice, UMKC provides current fee information, when
approved by the UM Board of Curators, as soon as possible in
the online version of the General Catalog
(http://www.umkc.edu/catalog), as well as in each term’s class
schedule/registration guide. These guides are available from
the Registrar’s Office in the Administrative Center, 5115 Oak
St., during the registration period for that term.
Fees for coursework vary with the number of hours of
enrollment; the student’s undergraduate, graduate or
professional school status; the term of enrollment; and the
applicability of any special fees.
Student Program/Use Fee
For 2000-2001, the student program use fee and the fee for the
Associated Students for the University of Missouri will be
$11.70 for up to 12 credit hours and 15 cents per credit hour
for up to 10 credit hours per semester, respectively, or six
credit hours in the summer. Further, a computer use fee of
$8.60 per credit hour will be assessed.
A designated student fee of $30 for fall semester, $30 for
winter semester and $15 for summer term will be assessed to
all students enrolled in an on-campus course for the
multipurpose recreation facility.
Non-Resident Tuition Scholarships
Non-resident students who take a part-time credit load of six
hours or less during a 16-week term, or three hours or less
during an eight-week term, may be eligible to receive a tuition
scholarship to offset the non-resident portion of their
educational fees. This tuition scholarship is not available to
non-resident students taking more than six hours during a
16-week term or more than three hours during an eight-week
term. Dropping classes from full time to six or fewer hours
during a 16-week term, or three or fewer hours during an
eight-week term, does not make the student eligible for the
part-time tuition scholarship.
Non-resident students who had a Missouri income tax
liability may be eligible for the Missouri Taxpayers Tuition
Scholarship. Application forms and further information can be
obtained from the UMKC Cashier’s Office, which is located in
the Administrative Center, 5115 Oak, Room 112.
Students who have F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for
either of the above scholarships.
Non-resident Educational Fees
Students not residing in Missouri are considered non-residents
and pay fees according to the non-resident fee schedule.
Information concerning change of residency status may be
found in the Residence and Educational Fee Rules.
A copy of this booklet may be obtained from the UMKC
Admissions Office in the Administrative Center, 5115 Oak,
Room 120.
To have a copy of this booklet mailed to you, send your
request to UMKC Admissions Office, 120 Administrative
Center, 5100 Rockhill Road, Kansas City, MO 64110-2499.
Partial Hours
Fractional credit hours shall be assessed at the next higher
full-hour rate.
Other
For any sessions other than those specified, or for any fee that
cannot be calculated on a per-credit-hour basis, the session fee
or per-credit-hour fee shall be prorated.
Audited Courses
Courses taken for audit and courses taken for reduced credit
will be assessed according to their normal credit value.
Students enrolling in a non-credit course are required to pay
fees according to the equivalent credit of the course.
Payment of Fees
UMKC offers a minimum payment plan (Optional Minimum
Payment Plan) to pay educational fees. The number of
payments allowed depends on the date of registration. The plan
is similar to the credit-card payment concept. The amount
billed must be paid when due. Additional amounts paid do not
affect the need to pay the next billed amount. There is an
interest charge of one percent per month on any unpaid
balance. Failure to make required payments timely could result
in withdrawal from classes.
All University fees must be paid in full by the deadlines
specified in the current term’s Schedule of Classes. Exceptions
may be allowed when prior arrangements are made to bill an
employer or government agency.
Optional Minimum Payment Plan brochures are available
from the Admissions and Cashiers offices. These offices are
located on the first floor in the Administrative Center, 5115
Oak Street, on the west side of the University’s Volker campus.
Use of Credit Cards
MasterCard, VISA and Discover charge cards may be used as a
method of payment of fees at the University of
Missouri-Kansas City. Credit-card payments will not be
accepted by telephone, but may be faxed. Students planning to
use one of these methods should be aware that no charge will
be made against the card without prior approval. This means
all charges will be cleared by phone. The time it takes to get
approval by phone may result in a possible delay in the
student’s registration process.
Advance Deposit on Student Fees
To reserve a position in the professional schools, a newly
accepted student must make a deposit toward fees due. This
payment will be credited to the student’s educational fee
account when enrollment in the program is complete. It is not
transferable between professional schools. The deposit
amounts are:
Dental Graduate Program
$500
Dentistry Four-Year Program
$200
Dentistry Six-Year Program
$100
Schools of Medicine, Pharmacy and Law
$100
Dental Hygiene
$ 50
The advance deposit is a non-refundable fee.
Late Registration Fee
Every student who completes registration after 8 a.m. on the
first day of classes must pay a late fee. For 2000-2001, the late
fee will be $35.
Service Charge for Returned Checks
There will be a service charge of $15 for all returned checks.
If a check presented to the University for payment of
student fees is returned unpaid after 8 a.m. on the first day of
classes, the student issuing the check will be considered a late
registrant and will be subject to late registration fees, as stated
above.
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Fee Information
Student Financial Responsibility
It is the responsibility of all students to promptly pay fees and
other financial obligations to the University as they become
due. The non-payment of any financial obligation may result
(at the University’s option) in withdrawal of the student from
the University or denial of the student’s readmission or
continued enrollment. Such withdrawal does not relieve the
student of the financial obligation. Collections will be pursued,
including referral to collection agencies and credit bureaus.
Outstanding financial obligations may prevent student records
from being released.
Interstate Agreements with Kansas and Nebraska for
Exchange of Students on Resident Fee Basis
By joint agreement of the Board of Curators of the University
of Missouri and the boards of regents of the University of
Nebraska and the University of Kansas, qualified students who
would be eligible to pay only resident fees at the University of
Missouri may enroll in certain programs in Kansas and
Nebraska and be charged at the rate paid by students residing
in those states. At the same time, qualified students who would
be eligible to pay only resident fees in Kansas and Nebraska
may enroll in certain programs on one of the campuses of the
University of Missouri and be charged fees at the rate paid by
Missouri residents.
Refund of Fees
Students leaving school or dropping courses for which they
have paid fees will receive, subject to certain exceptions (such
as the late registration fee), a refund of fees in accordance with
the following schedule. Refunds are initiated through the
Registration Office by presenting a petition for change of
official program, signed by an authorized representative of the
dean’s office, or by written request directly to the Registration
Office. The postmark on the envelope of the withdrawal letter
is used as the refund date.
A letter requesting cancellation of registration and full
refund of fees must be postmarked not later than the day prior
to the date UMKC coursework begins for that term.
Class Day of Cancellation, Withdrawal or Change of
Course Load
Refund
16-Week Term
Day 1
100%
Days 2-8
90%
Days 9-20
50%
Days 21-40
25%
After day 40
0%
8-Week Term
Day 1
100%
Days 2-4
90%
Days 5-10
50%
Days 11-20
25%
After day 20
0%
UMKC will adjust this schedule individually to meet federal
regulations.
Class days are counted from the official first day of class,
excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
All continuing education credit courses for the duration of
the term are subject to this schedule.
Refunds are computed by the Cashier’s Office prior to
checks being drawn. Deductions may be made from the refund
for any financial obligations due the University or federally
funded financial aid that may require the return of the refund to
the program from which it came. Decisions concerning refunds
may be appealed, in writing. You may mail your appeal
request to the Registrar’s Office, 115 Administrative Center,
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University of Missouri-Kansas City, 5100 Rockhill Road,
Kansas City, MO 64110-2499.
You may bring your appeal request to the Registrar’s
Office, located in the Administrative Center, 5115 Oak.
Housing
An air-conditioned, coeducational residence hall houses 336
students on campus. Meals are available in the University
Center cafeteria for all students. Students living in the
residence hall take their meals on a contract basis. Money is
credited to the students’ accounts and is only deducted at the
time a student selects a meal. Students do not have to eat three
meals each day and may select their own meal schedule.
The University also owns the Twin Oaks Apartments, a
twin-towered, 600 unit complex that is adjacent to the campus.
Twin Oaks offers free off-street parking, studios, one- two- and
three-bedroom apartments, laundry rooms, and other
amenities. Twin Oaks is located at 5000 and 5050 Oak St.,
between Oak and Brookside.
More information is available online at:
http://www.umkc.edu/housing
Residence Hall Charges
Double Room and Meal Plan A (average plan) is $4,725 per
academic year, $2,362.50 per semester. For further information
concerning the Residence Hall, please contact:
UMKC Housing Office
University Center
5100 Rockhill Road
Kansas City, MO 64110-2499
(816) 235-1412
housing@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/housing
Off-Campus Housing Service
A housing service provides free information to UMKC
students on available off-campus housing in the Kansas City
area. The service is provided by the Welcome Center, located
in the University Center at 50th and Holmes streets.
For more information:
(816) 235-8652
welcome@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/welcome
Our mailing address:
Welcome Center
University Center
5100 Rockhill Road
Kansas City, MO 64110-2499
Fee Information
Fall Semester 2000, Winter Semester 2001
Educational
Fee
Missouri Resident Fee Schedule
Undergraduate
$136.80
Graduate
$173.20
Law (J.D.)
$314.80
Law (LL.M.)
$367.10
Pharmacy (1-3)
$192.50
Pharmacy, D.Pharm. Flat Rate
Pharmacy, Graduate
$233.90
Medicine (1-2)
$480.10
Medicine (3-6) Flat Rate
Dentistry, Graduate
$530.40
Dentistry (4) Flat Rate
Dentistry (1-2) Flat Rate
Dentistry (3-6) Flat Rate
Missouri Non-Resident Fee Schedule
Undergraduate
$409.10
Graduate
$521.00
Law (J.D.)
$629.40
Law (LL.M.)
$734.30
Pharmacy (1-3)
$494.80
Pharmacy, D.Pharm. Flat Rate
Pharmacy, Graduate
$541.30
Medicine (1-2)
$988.40
Medicine (3-6) Flat Rate
Dentistry, Graduate
$1,066.80
Dentistry (4) Flat Rate
Dentistry (1-2) Flat Rate
Dentistry (3-6) Flat Rate
Student
Programs
User Fee
Computer
Fee
Student
Health
Fee
ASUM(1)
Fee
Per Hr
Total
Fees
Multi-(2)
Purpose
Bldg. Fee
Maximum
$11.70
$11.70
$11.70
$11.70
$11.70
$8.60
$8.60
$8.60
$8.60
$8.60
$2.00
$2.00
$2.00
$2.00
$2.00
$0.15
$0.15
$0.15
$0.15
$0.15
$159.25
$195.65
$337.25
$389.55
$214.95
$30.00
$30.00
$30.00
$30.00
$30.00
$11.70
$11.70
$8.60
$8.60
$2.00
$2.00
$0.15
$0.15
$256.35
$502.55
$30.00
$30.00
$11.70
$8.60
$2.00
$0.15
$552.85
$30.00
–
–
–
–
$3,212.40
$5,007.90
–
$8,015.10
$8,601.90
$7,741.90
$7,210.30
$5,165.50
$7,210.30
$11.70
$11.70
$11.70
$11.70
$11.70
$8.60
$8.60
$8.60
$8.60
$8.60
$2.00
$2.00
$2.00
$2.00
$2.00
$0.15
$0.15
$0.15
$0.15
$0.15
$431.55
$543.45
$651.85
$756.75
$517.25
$30.00
$30.00
$30.00
$30.00
$30.00
$11.70
$11.70
$8.60
$8.60
$2.00
$2.00
$0.15
$0.15
$563.75
$1,010.85
$30.00
$30.00
$11.70
$8.60
$2.00
$0.15
$1,089.25
$30.00
–
–
–
–
$7,746.90
$10,763.40
–
$16,147.90
$17,069.10
$15,251.50
$14,165.50
$10,039.10
$14,165.50
(1) ASUM fees will be assessed on the first 10 hours. Student programs user fees and student health fees will be assessed on the
first 12 hours.
(2) Per Semester.
Other Fees
Late Registration Fee
$35.00
Registration Cancellation Fee $20.00
Copyright
$20.00
Applied Music Fee
$135.80 Per Semester
Engineering Course Fee
$38.00 Per Credit Hour
Computer Science Course Fee $18.10 Per Credit Hour
Clinical Nursing Fee
$113.10 Per Credit Hour
Fees are subject to change without notice.
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Division of Academic Affairs
Division of Academic Affairs
Office of the Provost/Vice Chancellor for
Academic Affairs
Administrative Center
5115 Oak St., Room 358
(816) 235-1107
http://www.umkc.edu/ac-aff
Marjorie Smelstor
Interim Provost/Vice Chancellor
The Division of Academic Affairs, together with the
Chancellor and the academic deans and directors and faculty, is
responsible for a wide array of scholarly endeavors and the
number and scope of degree programs offered by UMKC.
In addition, Academic Affairs furthers the University
mission through management of various offices. These include
Affirmative Action, Academic Personnel, and the School of
Graduate Studies. Other units of this division are Cultural
Events, Applied Language Institute, Institutional Research and
Assessment, Extended Programs, Institute of Science and
Technology, and coordination of the North Central Association
accreditation process.
Students are most likely to be involved with the following
units of Academic Affairs.
Disabled Student Services
Administrative Center
5115 Oak, Room 350
(816) 235-5696
http://www.umkc.edu/disability
Scott Laurent
Coordinator
UMKC endeavors to make all activities, programs and services
accessible to qualified students who have disabilities. A
Disabled Student Services Coordinator, reporting to the Office
of Affirmative Action and Academic Personnel, is available to
advise disabled students and arrange accommodations
concerning all aspects of campus life. It is highly
recommended that students contact the coordinator at least six
weeks before
Affirmative Action and Academic
Personnel
Administrative Center
5115 Oak, Room 354
(816) 235-1323 or 235-2721
mendozaa@umkc.edu
Agapito Mendoza
Vice Provost for Affirmative Action and Academic
Personnel
A primary function of this office is to develop, implement and
assess the campus plan for affirmative action. The University
of Missouri-Kansas City is committed to offering equal
educational and employment opportunities to students without
regard to race, color, creed, sex, age, national origin, disability
or Vietnam era veterans’ status.
In keeping with this commitment, staff is available to meet
with and advise students who believe they have encountered
problems of discrimination on this campus. The office sponsors
a program of campus information, including brochures and
periodic training and awareness sessions. On request, staff
members are available to meet with any student group to
discuss issues of affirmative action and equal opportunity.
The office disseminates a monthly listing of all vacant
academic positions in the Division of Academic Affairs. These
listings are posted on various bulletin boards and via the
Internet at:
http://www.umkc.edu/html/acjobs
Listings also are available directly from the Affirmative Action
office. For hearing or speech impaired, use Relay Missouri, 1
800-735-2966 (TT) or 1 800-735-2466 (voice).
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Division of Administrative Affairs
Division of Administrative
Affairs
Office of the Vice Chancellor for
Administrative Affairs
Administrative Center, Room 333
5115 Oak Street
(816) 235-2754
http://www.umkc.edu/ad-aff
Gerald D. Jensen
Vice Chancellor for Administrative Affairs
The Division of Administrative Affairs provides numerous
non-academic service and support functions essential to the
educational mission of the University.
The Department of Facilities Management is responsible
for new construction, maintenance, renovation and repair of
buildings. Other areas of responsibility include campus
grounds, transportation, utilities, climate control, energy
control and custodial services.
In addition, campus financial and personnel activities
within this division include Purchasing; Financial Services
areas of accounting, student loans, and cashiering; and Human
Resources areas of payroll/staff budgeting, recruiting,
records/staff benefits and training.
Some units in the division provide services directly to
students, staff, and faculty members. Business Services is
responsible for the addressing and mailing services, parking
operations, contracts, real estate services and risk management.
The departments of Telecommunications and Information
Services maintain and upgrade the University’s
telecommunications systems and computing resources.
Crime prevention and public safety also are part of
Administrative Affairs. The University Police department
helps make the University a safe, secure place for students,
visitors, faculty and staff.
Intercollegiate Athletics
Swinney Recreation Center, Room 201
5030 Holmes St.
(816) 235-1036
athletics@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/athletics
Robert Thomas
Director of Athletics
UMKC offers the Kansas City metropolitan area an NCAA
Division I intercollegiate athletics program that comprises 16
sports and more than 180 student-athletes.UMKC women
athletes compete in basketball, indoor track and field, outdoor
track and field, golf, tennis, volleyball, cross country, and
softball. Men compete in basketball, golf, tennis, cross country,
indoor track and field, outdoor track and field, soccer, and rifle.
While seeking success for its teams, UMKC also
maintains a student-oriented philosophy emphasizing
academic excellence and campus/community involvement.
The Kangaroos are an NCAA Division I affiliate, the
highest level of competition for colleges and universities. After
seven years as an independent, UMKC joined the
Mid-Continent Conference in 1994-95, offering
student-athletes a chance to compete for conference titles and
national championships. UMKC plays its men’s and women’s
basketball home games in the city-owned Municipal
Auditorium, the site of more Final Fours than any other
building.
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Division of Student Affairs
Division of Student Affairs
Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
Administrative Center, Room 336
5115 Oak
(816) 235-1141
stu-aff@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/stu-aff
Gary E. Widmar
Interim Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
The quality of university life is often one of the most
significant factors that determines whether students will
complete their courses of study. The Division of Student
Affairs seeks to enhance students’ experiences at the
University of Missouri-Kansas City by establishing a vital
cocurricular program and providing support services that help
students attain their academic goals.
The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs is
the chief administrative office for the Division of Student
Affairs. This office provides overall leadership for a
comprehensive program of student services through 14 service
units and 13 academic/student affairs liaisons. Descriptions of
divisional departments, as well as academic liaison areas,
follow.
Departments
Office of Admissions
Director: Melvin C. Tyler
This office has the responsibility for recruitment, admissions
and orientation. See the General Undergraduate Admissions
Policies and Procedures section of this catalog for additional
information.
Admissions
The Office of Admissions coordinates the admission of
students to the undergraduate, professional and graduate
programs at the University of Missouri-Kansas City.
Applicants to the School of Law and School of Dentistry
should refer to those sections of the catalog. International
students should apply through the International Student Affairs
Office.
Recruitment
The office also coordinates the recruitment of students to
undergraduate programs. Staff participate in a number of
recruiting activities across the state of Missouri, including
college fair programs, high school visits, community college
visits and employer sponsored career fairs. Requests for
information about UMKC and its academic programs are
handled through the mailing services of the Office of
Admissions.
Orientation
The Office of Admissions coordinates orientation programs for
new freshmen and transfer students. Admitted students receive
information about orientation in late spring. Orientation is
mandatory for new freshmen, optional for transfer students,
and includes initial academic advising.
Career Services
4825 Troost Building, Suite 205
(816) 235-1636
http://www.umkc.edu/careers
Director: Doug Buchanan
The career services staff is a select group of professionals
representing a wide array of backgrounds. All are trained in
current trends in career planning and development.
Career Services provides a variety of programs and
services in the area of career and life planning.
Professional staff can assist students in career exploration
and effective career decision-making. The Career Services
Center offers ED 160, Career and Life Planning, in the fall and
winter semesters for two credit hours.
Career planning services include choosing an academic
major, assessment of interests and values, goal clarification,
and enhancing skills such as resume writing, interviewing and
conducting a job search. Students have access to a library of
current reference materials related to career planning.
Students may schedule individual appointments with
career counselors for purposes of career assessment.
To enhance placement of UMKC students and graduates,
Career Services maintains on-campus recruitment programs,
sponsors job fairs and career days, and develops and maintains
contact with local, national and international employers.
Students can find part-time jobs, internships and
cooperative education programs to supplement their income as
well as gain work experience while in school. Visit our website
and watch the University News for activities sponsored by
Career Services and for on-campus recruiting schedules.
For School of Education, School of Biological Sciences,
and other interested professional students, this includes helping
graduates establish an educational placement file, hosting a
teacher placement day, on-campus recruiting by the school
districts and all other services pertaining to job search in the
field of education.
All students preparing for graduation can be a part of the
computerized job match and resume referral system, and
on-campus recruiting program. This provides immediate and
direct access to full-time career opportunities.
Full-time and part-time positions, internships, and
on-campus interviewing information can be accessed from our
web site.
Career Transition Center
This unit of Career Services provides a full range of career
planning and development services for alumni of the
University of Missouri system, alumni of other colleges and
universities, and the community. A computerized database
provides information on full-time jobs that are available to
registrants. For additional information, call (816) 235-1222.
Center for Academic Development
SASS Building, Room 210
(816) 235-1174, cad@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/cad
Interim Director: David Arendale
The Center for Academic Development offers a wide range of
free services to students from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through
Friday and at other times by appointment. The center’s
services include the following:
Supplemental Instruction (SI)
Group tutorials through SI assist students in accomplishing
their objectives in University courses and programs. This form
of academic assistance is attached directly to selected courses
at the undergraduate, graduate and professional school level.
SI services are announced at the beginning of each semester by
the course professor. This program was developed at UMKC in
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Division of Student Affairs
1973 and has since spread to hundreds of colleges across the
world. The center conducts training workshops and provides
technical assistance to other institutions.
Video-based Supplemental Instruction
The Video-Based Supplemental Instruction program is offered
for students that need to develop both content mastery and the
study/reasoning strategies that underpin the content area. In
cooperation with appropriate academic departments, VSI
courses are offered in history, chemistry, college algebra, and
physics.
Upward Bound
The Upward Bound program works with eligible high school
students in preparing them for a successful transition to college
education. The program provides academic instruction, career
guidance, summer residential college experience and other
activities.
GEAR UP
The GEAR UP grant program provides academic enrichment
services for urban students in middle school to deeply master
math and science concepts so they will be successful in high
school and beyond.
Math Resource Center
The Center provides individual and small group math tutorial
assistance for challenging college classes.
Community Action Programs in Education (CAPE)
Community Action Programs in Education (CAPE) provides a
network for the University, area public schools,
non-governmental education agencies, and area businesses and
agencies to determine special needs of the schools and
cooperative opportunities among the constituencies.
Student-Athlete Academic Support
The center provides academic assistance for the Division I
student-athletes. Services include individualized tutoring,
study table and other orientation programs.
Medical, Dental, Pharmacy Schools
Full-time offices are maintained in these schools to assist
students with their learning skills needs. Interested students
should call the following phone numbers for assistance:
School of Medicine, (816) 235-1869
School of Pharmacy, (816) 235-2400
School of Dentistry, (816) 235-2172
University Counseling, Testing and Health
Center
4825 Troost, Suite 206
(816) 235-1635
http://www.umkc.edu/ctestc
Director: Dennis Schemmel
Counseling
The Center provides confidential personal counseling and
self-enhancement services for students and University
employees. Consultations with students, faculty, staff, and
parents are available.
Counseling and testing services are provided by licensed
psychologists, a consulting psychiatrist and doctoral interns, as
well as master’s and doctoral practicum students in various
psychology specialties.
Individual and relationship counseling are frequently-used
counseling services. Individual counseling can focus on such
concerns as depression, procrastination, anxiety, loss,
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loneliness, indecision, academic problems, crisis intervention,
stress management, developing better social skills, etc.
Relationship counseling focuses on improving or
understanding relationships, like those between roommates,
friends, spouses, parents, and children.
The Center offers opportunities for people to understand
themselves better and to grow in their ability to be effective in
relationships with others. This may involve changing
self-defeating behavior patterns, understanding uncomfortable
feelings or enhancing personal strengths and abilities.
Psychological assessment services are offered by the
center to help counselors meet client needs and goals.
Counselors use these instruments to evaluate problem
situations and determine effective ways of improvement.
A variety of group counseling services also are offered.
Groups are often open to anyone, or may be offered for a
specific organization. Group topics may focus on such areas as
assertiveness training, mental health, relationship enrichment,
self-esteem, test anxiety, eating disorders, and interpersonal
skills.
The Center offers workshops and presentations for
students and staff on a variety of topics. Student organizations
that have program needs can contact the office.
Visits to the center and the contents of discussions with
the staff are strictly confidential. No information regarding
clients is released to any person or agency, including
University personnel, without the client’s written permission.
All students and staff are eligible for services. Full-time
students receive up to eight counseling sessions without
charge. Faculty and staff receive services on a sliding-scale
basis. Minimal fees are charged for additional sessions, for
testing, and for part-time students and staff. Call 235-1635 for
an appointment or information.
Testing
The Center offers a full range of admissions, licensure, and
certification examinations to students and community
constituents. Students frequently use the CLEP program, as
well as graduate entrance examinations including GMAT,
GRE, LSAT, and MCAT. The C-Base for admission into
teacher education, and the PRAXIS examination for beginning
teacher certification, is routinely offered on national test dates
for those in the field of education. In addition, the TOEFL and
TSE are available for language proficiency testing.
The Testing Office is a Computer-Based Testing Center
for ETS tests, including the GRE, GMAT, TOEFL, and PPST.
Testing is offered four days a week, on a space available basis,
with morning and afternoon testing times. Scheduling is
available by phone, 235-5820, with payment by credit card or
candidates may stop by the Center to register and pay by check.
Financial Aid and Scholarships Office
Administrative Center, Room 101
5115 Oak
(816) 235-1154, finaid@umkc.edu
Fax: (816) 235-5511
http://www.umkc.edu/finaid
Director: Patrick McTee
The Financial Aid and Scholarships Office has two major
functions: (1) to provide financial assistance to students who
otherwise would be unable to attend UMKC and (2) to
administer campuswide merit and talent-based scholarship
programs. Extensive information plus a number of free
scholarship search opportunities are available on our web page.
Financial aid is intended as a supplement to the students’
own resources. Families are expected to contribute from
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expected to contribute from assets, summer employment and
part-time employment during the school year. Costs for
students vary greatly, but only modest budgets can be
supported through financial aid programs. Students who have
high standards of living or large debts may find that financial
aid funds alone will not be sufficient.
To apply for aid, students must apply for admission or
readmission to UMKC and must submit a Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). For priority treatment, the
FAFSA should be filed by March 1 preceding the academic
year in which financial aid is desired.
In awarding aid, the Financial Aid and Scholarships Office
will determine the student’s eligibility for amounts and types
of aid. Most aid packages are awarded for the academic-award
year (fall and winter terms), but aid for late winter or summer
term applicants is awarded as funds are available.
The types of student financial aid are:
• Scholarships and grants, which are gift aid amounts not
requiring repayment
• Long-term loans repayable after termination of schooling
at low interest rates
• Short-term loans repayable within the same academic
period
• Employment in the Federal Work-Study Program.
To be eligible for most aid, students must maintain satisfactory
academic progress, and be regularly enrolled in at least a
half-time academic course load. Federal programs also require
U.S. citizenship or permanent residency. Many programs
require financial need, although student loans are generally
available regardless of financial need.
Satisfactory academic progress requires maintaining a
cumulative University of Missouri grade-point average of 2.0
for undergraduates and 3.0 for graduates. It also requires
successfully completing 75 percent or more of the credit hours
enrolled in at the end of the first week of classes. Failure to
meet the requirements results in the student becoming
ineligible for further financial aid.
New freshmen and transfer students are automatically
considered for institutional scholarships after they are accepted
to the University. The priority deadline for best consideration
is to be admitted by March 1. Scholarship recipients must be
enrolled full-time and earn a specified GPA for renewal.
Notification of scholarship and aid eligibility is made in
writing to all students completing the application process.
Students who disagree with the decision may submit a written
appeal to the Financial Aid and Scholarships Office and, if
subsequently desired, to the Financial Aid and Scholarships
Advisory Committee. This committee serves in an advisory
capacity to the vice chancellor for student affairs.
Most types of aid are applied directly to the student’s fee
charges, and any remaining balance of aid and checks from
outside sources are normally disbursed by check to the student
or by direct deposit to the student’s bank account through the
Cashier’s Office. Aid is generally available in proportionate
amounts at regular registration periods. Earnings in the Federal
Work-Study Program, however, are paid biweekly for actual
hours worked.
Aid recipients are responsible for promptly informing the
Financial Aid and Scholarships Office of any changes in
financial status, reduction of course load or total withdrawal.
Address changes should be made promptly through the UMKC
Registration and Records Office.
Students may not receive aid in excess of a federally
regulated cost of attendance. For that reason, they must report
all aid awarded through other sources to the Financial Aid and
Scholarships Office.
See the Financial Aid Charts section of the printed catalog
for a list of specific financial aid awards available at UMKC.
For the most up-to-date information, visit the Financial Aid
and Scholarships web site at http://www.umkc.edu/finaid.
Institute for Professional Preparation
5310 Harrison Street
(816) 235-1196, ipp@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/ipp
Director: Martin Jolley
The Institute for Professional Preparation, founded in 1981,
has as its goal the training of students to use scientific
knowledge, the scientific method, logic and the application of
higher order thinking skills for academic success. The institute
prepares medical students for their national board licensure
examinations (USMLE Step 1, Step 2 and Step 3) and
specialty board examinations.
The technique of Supplemental Instruction is the
cornerstone for the instructional methods used in the IPP
medical student programs. Video Supplemental Instruction is a
videotaped program used with trained facilitators at other
universities for on-site review of basic sciences.
The institute prepares graduate medical doctors for
licensure examinations in cooperation with urban and rural
health centers. These physicians then return to become
health-care providers in those communities. The institute
serves as a consultant with allopathic and osteopathic medical
schools in program development both nationally and around
the world.
International Student Affairs
International Center
5235 Rockhill
(816) 235-1113, isao@umkc.edu
Fax: (816) 235-6502
http://www.umkc.edu/isao
Director: Ravi Kallur
The International Student Affairs Office (ISAO) directs or
coordinates the recruitment and admission of all UMKC
international students. In addition, it provides an extensive
array of programs and support services for enrolled
international students.
Programs and support services provided by the ISAO
include arrival and housing services, host individual and family
programs, post-arrival and pre-departure orientation, visa
advising, referrals to campus services, liaison with academic
advisers, quarterly newsletters, support for the International
Student Club and campus nationality groups and social and
cultural programming.
This office also directs the activities of the UMKC
International Center. This center aims to foster the spirit of
international cooperation and understanding and seeks to
enrich the cultural diversity at UMKC and in the greater
Kansas City community by promoting meaningful interaction
among American and international students, faculty, staff and
community residents. The phone number is (816) 235-1113.
To fulfill this purpose, the International Center has these
objectives:
• To be a focal point for international students and
academic programming activities at UMKC.
• To make available personnel and expertise to assist in
program development; to coordinate the activities of the
groups using the International Center; and, to act as a
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catalyst between and among UMKC and community
organizations wishing to expand the understanding of
people and cultures from other lands.
• To provide a warm and friendly setting in its meeting and
office facilities for use by organizations and individuals,
please call 48 hours in advance.
International Student Affairs Office also coordinates the
activities of the Visiting Scholars Program by providing
guidance to the academic departments and helping them with
the necessary immigration paper work.
Minority Student Affairs
5245 Rockhill
(816) 235-1109
msa@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/msa
Interim Director: Patricia Foster
The primary purpose of the Minority Student Affairs Office is
to serve as a liaison between minority students and the
University in assessing, developing and implementing
programs and services that help minority students achieve their
goals.
Educational and cultural programs are presented or
co-sponsored to enhance the intellectual, personal, social and
cultural development of minority students.
This office also directs the activities of the African
American History and Culture House. Its aim is to enhance,
enrich, engender and foster the spirit of cooperation and
understanding by promoting meaningful interaction among
students, faculty, staff and African American students and the
broader community. The African American History and
Culture House can be contacted by calling (816) 235-5641.
Objectives
Minority Student Affairs
To be a focal point for African American, Asian
American, Hispanic American and Native American
students at UMKC.
African American History and Culture House
To enhance and enrich the general understanding of and
participation in African intellectual culture.
Project Refocus
4743 Troost
(816) 235-5160
Fax: (816) 235-5238
refocus@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/refocus
Director: Lynn Horned
Project Refocus is designed for persons who have lost their
jobs through company layoffs and closures – Missouri
residents and others who have worked in Missouri – and
provides training and job search services, assists local
companies in finding qualified workers, and helps companies
prepare their employees for impending layoffs or closings.
Free services include career counseling, guidance in the job
search, placement assistance, and funds for retraining if one
lacks marketability.
The University of Missouri-Kansas City’s Project Refocus
is a dynamic partnership of business, labor, government and
higher education that assists laid-off workers in the Kansas
City area find new jobs or career paths. The endeavor was
created by local representatives of business, labor and higher
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education as an employment retraining program. At that time,
the city was experiencing a 10 percent unemployment rate, a
growing number of layoffs, and plant closings. Initially funded
by the Heart of America United Way, local foundation grants
and corporate donations, the program was awarded funding in
1983 through the Title III Job Training Partnership Act. The
University of Missouri-Kansas City became the administrator
of Project Refocus in 1985. Today, Project Refocus is a part of
Missouri’s Worker Reentry Program, funded through the Full
Employment Council and the Missouri Division of Job
Development and Training.
Registration and Records
Registrar: Wilson Berry
Services provided by the Registration and Records Office:
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registration for students in all UMKC academic units;
administration of degree processing;
monitoring of undergraduate and graduate student
academic probation;
• maintenance of all official permanent student records;
• issuance of class lists, grade rolls, grade reports,
transcripts and enrollment reports.
See the General Undergraduate Academic Regulations and
Information section earlier in this catalog for additional
information and complete contact information for Registration
and Records.
Veterans Affairs
The veterans certifying official in Registration and Records
must be contacted for certification of enrollment for the
Department of Veterans Affairs and should be notified of
changes in enrollment. Failure to do so can result in
overpayments or the failure to receive benefits. It is the
responsibility of the students to contact this office for services
or information. The phone number is (816) 235-1123.
Student Auxiliary Services
Assistant Vice Chancellor: William B. Phillips
The Student Auxiliary Services Department consists of four
areas: University Center, Swinney Recreation Center,
Residential Living, and the Bookstore.
University Center
5000 Rockhill Road, Room 144
(816) 235-1411
Fax: (816) 235-1419
http://www.umkc.edu/ucenter
The University Center, UMKC’s union, is the center for
cocurricular activities on campus. It houses a computer lab, the
campus food service facility, conference and meeting rooms,
the bookstore, printing services (Roo Prints), the Campus
Information Center, barber shop, catering services, ATM and a
variety of administrative and student offices, including
UMKC’s Welcome Center.
Many campus meetings and activities take place in the
University Center including films, lectures, special events and
concerts.
Swinney Recreation Center
5030 Holmes
(816) 235-1556: Membership
(816) 235-2712: Campus Recreation
Fax: (816) 235-5470
src@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/src
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Swinney Recreation Center includes a 25-meter
indoor/outdoor pool; 1/8-mile indoor track; 1/4-mile
comprehensive outdoor track; handball, racquetball and squash
courts; a fitness training center, a wellness center, numerous
aerobic training machines; and five gymnasia.
All students who have paid the multipurpose fee are
eligible to use the center. Student membership in the center
runs from the first day of class of the current semester to the
first day of class of the following semester. A spouse of a
UMKC student may apply for a semester’s membership.
In conjunction with the Swinney Recreation Center, the
UMKC Campus Recreation Department offers a variety of
individual and team activities and programs for students,
faculty/staff, SRC members and members of the community.
These activities range from men’s, women’s and
co-recreational aerobics, aqua-aerobics, basketball, softball,
racquetball, and volleyball to swimming lessons (group or
private).
books, study aids, reference materials, software, graduation
supplies, clothing, gifts, cards, magazines and photo
development. To serve the needs of students on all campuses,
the bookstore operates an auxiliary store located on hospital
hill in the Dental School. All medical reference and textbooks
are available through the Health Sciences Bookstore text
website http://www.umkc.edu/hsb in addition to the main store
on the Volker campus.
Residential Living
University Center
5000 Rockhill, Room 144
(816) 235-1412, housing@umkc.edu
Fax: (816) 235-1419
http://www.umkc.edu/housing
Director: Zauyah Abdullah
Residence Hall
An air-conditioned, coeducational residence hall located at
5030 Cherry, houses 336 students on campus. Meals are
available in the University Center cafeteria for all students. The
Residence Hall is considered an integral part of the educational
program. The Residence Hall staff, in cooperation with
Residence Hall government, provide voluntary educational,
social, cultural and recreational activities exclusively for the
benefit of the residents. The cost of room and board is detailed
under the Fee Information section of this catalog.
Twin Oaks
This apartment complex is University owned and operated.
The 600-unit, 11 story complex provides housing for students,
faculty, staff, and community members and is conveniently
located on the west side of campus.
The mission of the Student Life Office is to provide services
and programs that promote student development through the
social, cultural, recreational and life-long learning needs of the
campus and surrounding community.
The campus programs at UMKC give an added dimension
to the students’ academic experiences by offering opportunities
for personal development and growth. There are many
opportunities to participate in the campus activities sponsored
and funded by the various student organizations. In addition to
advising the student councils, student government, and more
than 200 campus organizations in their programming efforts,
the office also is responsible for the administration of the
student activity budget, leadership education programs, various
publications, Communiversity, and all Greek organizations.
Questions regarding any of these activities, including student
conduct issues, may be directed to the Student Life Office staff
at the above number.
The following represent the significant components of the
student life program:
Activity and Program Council (APC)
This is a group of students who select, plan and produce many
of the events held on campus each year. The range of these
events and activities sponsored by APC is limitless – programs
can be cultural, educational, social or recreational. All students
are welcome to join and have a say in how their activity dollars
are spent. Call 235-1457 for more information.
Associated Students of University of Missouri (ASUM)
This is an organization that represents and advocates the
interests and welfare of Missouri students before the General
Assembly, the Board of Curators, the Governor and other
executive agencies.
ASUM sponsors a variety of programs on campus
throughout the year to increase student awareness and
involvement in the legislative process.
Campuswide Honor Societies
Bookstore – Volker Campus
University Center
5000 Rockhill
(816) 235-1401, bookstore@umkc.edu
Fax: (816) 235-1443
http://www.umkc.edu/bookstore
Hours*
8 a.m. - 7 p.m. Monday - Thursday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Friday
10 a.m.- 3 p.m. Saturday
Closed on Sunday
Health Sciences Bookstore
Dental School
25th & Holmes
(816) 235-2191
Fax: (816) 235-2747
http://www.umkc.edu/hsb
Hours*
7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday
Closed Saturday and Sunday
The bookstore located in the University Center offers a wide
variety of services and materials such as: textbooks, trade
* Hours of operation vary at the beginning and end of each
semester.
Student Life
University Center, Room G-6
5100 Rockhill Road
(816) 235-1407
Fax: (816) 235-5590
stulife@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/stulife
Hours
Monday-Thursday
Friday
8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• The Delta Alpha Chapter of Mortar Board at UMKC
is one of the nearly 200 national chapters of this senior
honor society. Juniors are annually selected for
membership on the basis of scholarship, leadership and
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campus and community service. UMKC’s Mortar Board
chapter, installed in 1973, emphasizes service to the
University.
Omicron Delta Kappa is a national leadership honor
society of students and faculty members, with chapters on
more than 200 college campuses throughout the country.
The society recognizes and encourages the achievement
of superior scholarship and leadership. Membership is
granted on the basis of merit. Once achieved, it becomes
as much an obligation and responsibility in citizenship as
it is a mark of highest distinction and honor. In addition to
the prestige that accompanies membership in Omicron
Delta Kappa, all members are expected to engage
cooperatively in effective leadership and services for the
good of the institution and the community.
Phi Kappa Phi, founded in 1897, was the first national
honor society to recognize superior scholarship in all
fields of study and to take into membership the
highest-ranking student from all branches of learning.
UMKC’s chapter was constituted and installed with 16
faculty members on March 28, 1969. The national honor
society replaced Torch and Scroll, the scholastic honorary
which had served the University of Kansas City and then
the University of Missouri-Kansas City. Each year, the
highest-ranking students in the University are elected into
membership.
Golden Key is a national academic honors organization
dedicated to excellence. The society is interdisciplinary
and unites the talents of the brightest undergraduate
students in America. Students qualify on the basis of
objective academic criteria. No more than the top 15
percent of the juniors and seniors enrolled may be
eligible. Members are actively involved with various
community service projects.
Order of Omega is the leadership honor society for social
Greek organizations. The purpose of Order of Omega is
to recognize those Greeks who attain a high academic and
leadership standard, to bring together the most
representative fraternity and sorority members to address
local or intercollegiate affairs and to bring together
members of the faculty, alumni and Greek system on a
basis of mutual interest, understanding and helpfulness.
Alpha Sigma Lambda provides an association for and
recognition of academically outstanding adult/returning
students in continuing higher education. The society is a
nonprofit organization devoted to the advancement of
scholarship.
Phi Beta Delta was founded in 1986 and established
itself as a national organization in 1987 with 38 chapters.
The goal is to recognize the scholarly achievement of
international students and scholars, U.S. students who
have studied abroad and faculty and staff who are
involved in international activities. They serve as a
vehicle for development of academic-based international
programming, provide an on-campus network of faculty,
staff and students involved in international endeavors and
works to extend this network to thousands of members in
chapters nationwide.
Alpha Lambda Delta honors excellent academic
achievement by students in their first year of study in
higher education. The society has numerous programs to
encourage continued superior classroom performance,
such as awards, national workshops, campus activities,
scholarships, fellowships and loans for undergraduate,
graduate and professional study
Clubs and Organizations
A wide variety of interests – cultural, educational, recreational
and social – can be pursued through involvement in the more
than 200 campus clubs and organizations. Students can extend
classroom studies or foster new interests as members of
student organizations. They also can build lasting friendships,
receive academic encouragement or play a part in the
functioning of the University as a student government officer.
Communiversity
http://www.umkc.edu/commu
Communiversity is an informal learning program offering
non-credit courses free to UMKC students and the Greater
Kansas City community. More than 900 classes are offered
each year by volunteers from the campus and community.
Classes range from art and health to outdoor adventure and
psychic topics. Call (816) 235-1448 for a free schedule of
classes.
Departmental Honorary and Professional Societies
Several academic disciplines offer honor societies that select
members on the basis of grades and class standings. In the
College of Arts and Sciences, the departments of
sociology/criminal justice and criminology, communication
studies, economics, English, geosciences, history, physics,
political science, and psychology all have national honorary
organizations. The schools of biological sciences, business and
public administration, conservatory dentistry, education,
engineering, law, medicine and pharmacy offer both honorary
and professional societies. There are also honorary
organizations designated specifically for students in the Greek
system and international and non-traditional students. For
specific membership requirements, contact the academic
department listed or the Student Life Office.
Leadership Programs
The Student Life Office offers several types of leadership
programs to assist students with developing their
organizational and group dynamic skills. Stop by the office,
located in University Center, and pick up information about the
Involvement Challenge Ropes Course, Emerging Leaders, the
Vice Chancellor’s Leadership Consortium, International
Student Leadership Workshop, Greek leadership workshops,
Topics & Toast or the Leadership Resource Center.
Social Fraternities and Sororities
UMKC has 12 national social fraternities and sororities. There
also is one local sorority. The national groups are members of
one of three governing bodies for Greeks at UMKC.
The Panhellenic Council is an association of the national
social sororities for women, which includes Alpha Delta Pi,
Chi Omega and Delta Zeta. Their primary rush season is
during the fall semester.
The Interfraternity Council comprises four men’s
fraternities: Beta Theta Pi, Delta Chi, Lambda Chi Alpha and
Sigma Phi Epsilon. Its rush is held throughout the school year.
The Black Panhellenic Council has as its members the
women’s sororities of Alpha Kappa Alpha, Delta Sigma Theta,
Sigma Gamma Rho and Zeta Phi Beta. The fraternities are
Alpha Phi Alpha, Kappa Alpha Psi and Phi Beta Sigma. Their
primary rush is held during winter semester, January through
May.
Student Government Association (SGA)
This student governing body is composed of representatives
from all of the academic units and is involved in student
concerns, elections, student publications and the student fee
allocation process.
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Each academic unit has a council to serve the needs of the
students in that area. The council elections are held annually.
University News
http://www.unews.com
The University News student newspaper is published weekly
for the UMKC student community. Students interested in
becoming involved with the campus newspaper should call
(816) 235-1393.
Welcome Center
University Center
5000 Rockhill Road
(816) 235-8652
Fax: (816) 235-5533
welcome@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/welcome
Director: Cyndy Feuquay
Located on the lower level of the University Center, the
Welcome Center is the central location for greeting campus
visitors. Staff schedule all campus visits for prospective
students and their families. Campus visits usually include a
tour and an opportunity for visiting students to meet with an
Admissions representative as well as an adviser in their area of
academic interest. Customized tours also are available for
groups or individuals who have specialized interests or needs.
An indoor campus tour is available for those times when an
outdoor tour is not convenient.
The center also provides assistance in locating off-campus
housing. “SHARP,” the Student Housing Assistance and
Referral Program, is a computerized program listing local
property owners and managers who have rental housing
available. Through this computer database, specific housing
needs can be entered into the program, and the computer will
generate a list of housing matching those needs. In conjunction
with SHARP, a “Roommate Wanted/Needed” computer
program is available for students to match specific features
they would prefer in a prospective roommate. This program
helps identify individuals that meet the criteria.
Other services include providing General Catalogs to
prospective students, as well as to numerous schools and
businesses, and publishing of The UMKC Off-Campus Housing
Navigator, a booklet that addresses questions, issues and
problems most frequently encountered by student-tenants. The
Welcome Center also hosts a yearly Housing Fair. This event
invites Kansas City Metropolitan Area property owners,
managers, and landlords to share information about the
property they have available. Representatives from utility
companies and other pertinent agencies are also available to
answer questions.
Women’s Center
Haag Hall, Room 105
(816) 235-1638
Fax: (816) 235-5522
womens-center@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/womenc
Director: Linda Rodriguez
The Women’s Center provides services and programming for
the educational and professional development of campus and
community women. The center serves as an information and
referral service with a reference library of books and tapes
relating to women’s studies, careers and education.
Through its focus on women, the Center strives to enrich
the educational quality of life for all people affiliated with
UMKC. Its mission is to be a leader in creating a forum to
address the challenges and opportunities affecting women’s
lives in the 21st century. In an environment that fosters open
exchange and diversity, the center focuses on advocacy,
educational programming and training, research, collaborative
endeavors and service. The center’s core values and guiding
principles include:
• Encouraging development, growth and learning
• Giving forum and voice to all
• Supporting and building community
• Being an integral and vital part of the University
• Functioning with integrity and credibility.
The Women’s Center welcomes new ideas and activities to
meet the unique needs of women. Those interested in receiving
more information or becoming involved are invited to call the
center or visit the website.
Additional Student Services
Disabled Student Services
See the Division of Academic Affairs section of this catalog
for information about this office.
HelpLine
Administrative Center, Room 336
5115 Oak
(816) 235-2222
helpline@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/helpline
The HelpLine was created to assist members of the University
community with problem solving and complaints. Staff
investigate concerns, explain University policies, provide
accurate information and refer callers to appropriate offices.
Offered to students, faculty, staff and alumni, this service is
housed in the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
and is a cooperative effort among the divisions of Student
Affairs, Academic Affairs, Administrative Affairs and
University Advancement. The hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
weekdays.
Student Affairs Offices
College of Arts and Sciences
Office of Associate Dean for Student Affairs
Scofield Hall, Room 313
711 E. 51 St.
http://www.umkc.edu/college
Associate Dean: Judith McCormick
The associate dean coordinates programs and support to meet
curricular and cocurricular needs of undergraduate students.
Staff in the combined Arts and Sciences Academic
Advising and Program for Adult College Education (16
Scofield Hall) provide academic advising to prospective and
current students and referrals to faculty advisers; evaluate
transfer work and transcripts; monitor degree progress; process
class lists, grade rolls, petitions and special requests; conduct
graduation degree checks; assist with freshman and transfer
orientations; serve as liaison to other UMKC and community
college advising offices; and represent the College at other
special programs and recruiting events.
Through the dean’s office, coordination and support are
also provided for numerous areas related to academic
programs, including curriculum and program development;
academic standards, grading and appeals; articulation efforts;
assessment measures; catalog production; commencement
exercises; scholarships; First Year Experience program;
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enrollment management and various recruitment and retention
activities.
In the above efforts, the associate dean and staff work with
the College of Arts and Sciences faculty and staff, and also
coordinate with other University of Missouri academic
programs, community colleges and other student affairs
offices, including the Office of Admissions, Registration and
Records, Financial Aid and Scholarships, Center for Academic
Development, Student Life, etc.
Henry W. Bloch School of Business and
Public Administration
Office of Student Services
Bloch School, Room 115
5110 Cherry
(816) 235-2215
bloch@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/bloch
Assistant Dean for Student Services: Kami Thomas
Staff in the Bloch School Student Services Office provide
academic support to meet the needs of undergraduate and
graduate students. Assistance is provided to prospective,
entering and currently enrolled students in the bachelor of
business administration, master of business administration,
master of public administration, bachelor of science in
accounting, master of science in accounting and the combined
J.D./M.B.A. programs.
Staff provide academic advising and referral to University
resources and support services, determine admissibility to
various degree programs and assess preparedness for academic
work in the Bloch School.
Other services include scholarship administration,
internship coordination, graduation degree checks, and
notification of insufficient academic progress. Student Services
staff work with faculty and other staff to coordinate academic
policies and procedures, class schedules, room assignments
and enrollment information.
School of Biological Sciences
Director of Curriculum
Biological Sciences Building, Room 013
5007 Rockhill
(816) 235-2580
sbs@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/sbs
Director of Curriculum: Bibie M. Chronwall
The director of curriculum, Undergraduate Programs Office,
coordinates all student matters for undergraduate students
pursuing degrees in the School of Biological Sciences.
Advisers in the office provide pre-admissions information,
registration advising, information about career choices and
pursuit of advanced degrees, as well as processing degree
checks, add-drops and other procedural matters.
The School of Biological Sciences provides academic
advising for all undergraduate students each semester prior to
registration. Information and appointments can be obtained by
calling (816) 235-1385.
Graduate students in the school receive advising and
administrative support from the School of Biological Sciences
Graduate Programs Office. Students may obtain information
from that office by calling (816) 235-2352.
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Computer Science Telecommunications
Program
Office of Student Services
Robert H. Flarsheim Science and Technology Hall
Room 534
(816) 235-1193
info@cstp.umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/cmp-sc
Manager of Student Services: Greg McCalley
The Office of Student Services for the Computer Science
Telecommunications Program coordinates admission, advising
and enrollment for Computer Science Telecommunications
graduate and undergraduate students. Support for students is
provided in several areas, including degree checks, petitions,
commencement, orientation, student organization assistance,
course information and referrals for job placement.
Conservatory of Music
Offices of the Associate Deans
Grant Hall
5228 Charlotte, Room 142
(816) 235-2900
conservatory@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/conservatory
Associate Dean for Graduate Studies:
Randall G. Pembrook
Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies:
Tim Timmons
The Offices of the Associate Deans at the Conservatory of
Music provide registration assistance, as well as advising,
admissions and scholarship information to all prospective,
entering and currently enrolled graduate and undergraduate
students. An additional staff member in the associate deans’
offices is the student services coordinator for the Conservatory.
The coordinator assists undergraduate students with curricular
or cocurricular concerns and acts as a liaison with other
University offices.
Anything necessary for the completion of admission or
enrollment in the Conservatory can be obtained in the Offices
of the Associate Deans, including add/drop forms, advisers’
signatures and petition/appeals forms.
School of Dentistry
Office of Student Programs
Dental School, Room 416
650 E. 25th St.
(816) 235-2080
dentistry@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/dentistry
Assistant Dean for Student Programs: Daniel E. Tira
The Office of Student Programs (OSP) at the School of
Dentistry functions within three primary areas of focus and
responsibility: admissions/recruitment, student records, and
student support services.
The majority of students’ needs and services are provided
directly by the office. For others, office personnel furnish
initial assistance, with subsequent referral to other student
affairs offices (e.g., UMKC’s Counseling and Testing Center,
Career Services, Financial Aid and Scholarships Office, etc.)
as is necessary. In this regard, the OSP serves as a liaison with
these University departments.
Representative services/activities provided by the OSP
include identification and counseling of potential applicants,
processing applications to the school, maintenance of student
Division of Student Affairs
records, initial assistance in financial aid and counseling,
housing or part-time employment referral and those normally
associated with registration/record units.
The OSP also is responsible for a health careers
opportunity program. Through the several components of this
program, minority and educationally disadvantaged students
interested in dentistry are identified, and their opportunity for
enrollment and retention in dental school to the point of
graduation is enhanced.
School of Education
Office of Student Services
School of Education, Room 245
615 E. 52nd St.
(816) 235-2234
education@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/education
Manager of Student Services: Gail Metcalf Schartel
The Office of Student Services interprets state guidelines and
program requirements for students seeking information about
teacher certification. In addition to academic advising, the staff
gathers admission and scholarship materials for presentation to
the faculty selection committee, makes referrals to other
student offices (i.e. Financial Aid and Scholarships Office,
Counseling and Testing Center, Career Services) and assists in
the smooth dissemination of information on academic
programs and certification standards to students and faculty.
Advising
Two full-time academic advisers are available to meet with
teacher education students and with those who seek admission
to undergraduate teacher education programs. The advisers
serve as liaisons to the faculty advisers for graduate and
undergraduate programs. Graduate students who are initially
undecided about a degree program can elect to be advised
about the graduate programs available by the manager of
student services.
Certification
Printed information about each state’s teacher certification
requirements is kept on file in the Student Services Office, as is
certification testing information for Missouri and Kansas. The
academic advisers process all applications for
education-related certification.
The student services office staff works to provide
enhanced communication between students and other campus
offices. The office is charged with coordinating the school’s
commencement ceremony and other student-centered
activities. The office staff also works with the School of
Education’s student organizations to provide programming of
interest to all students.
Engineering Programs
Office of Student Affairs
Robert H. Flarsheim Science and Technology Hall
Third Floor
5110 Rockhill Road
http://www.umkc.edu/engineer
Civil and Environmental Engineering
Room 117, (816) 235-5268, cee@umkc.edu
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Room 113, (816) 235-1277, ece@umkc.edu
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Room 109, (816) 235-1461, mae@umkc.edu
Executive Staff Assistant: Deborah E. Dilks
The Office of Student Affairs provides limited services for
prospective students, student societies and alumni. Primary
academic services are provided by the three academic
departments. They recruit students, act on admissions, support
departmental societies, provide individual assistance, advise
students and monitor programs. An interdepartmental
academic appeals committee handles probation matters, and
the scholarship committee awards certain stipends.
School of Graduate Studies
Office of Student Affairs
Administrative Center, Room 348
5115 Oak
(816) 235-1161
graduate@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/sgs
Associate Dean, School of Graduate Studies:
Patricia Adamson Hovis
Manager of Student Services:
Constance Smith Mahone
The School of Graduate Studies is the academic home for
students enrolled in the Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program,
monitoring student progress and providing a variety of support
services for the students enrolled in the program. The school
coordinates training for Graduate Teaching Assistants,
processes requests for graduate student travel support and, in
conjunction with the Graduate Student Fellowship and Awards
Committee, administers a number of campus graduate
competitions. The School of Graduate Studies also works with
departments in the Division of Student Affairs to provide
programs of special interest to graduate students. Staff
members advise students seeking information about graduate
study and direct inquires to the appropriate academic unit’s
principal graduate adviser. The associate dean also serves in an
ombuds role for persons applying to graduate study.
School of Law
Office of Student Services
School of Law, Room 1-200
500 E. 52nd St.
(816) 235-1644
http://www.umkc.edu/law
Assistant Dean for Student Services:
Matthew R. Davis
Director of Law School Admissions:
Jean Klosterman
Director of Student Support Services:
Nicole Francis
The Dean’s Office at the School of Law performs various
activities that affect potential or current students; activities
including recruitment, admissions, student records, academic
advising and counseling, course scheduling, registration,
designation of scholarship recipients, retention and other
support services. The Affirmative Action Committee provides
specific recommendations for faculty adoption in the area of
student services that will assist with affirmative action goals.
The Assistant Dean relates on a day-to-day basis with
administrators and staff in student affairs and various other
departments, including Financial Aid and Scholarships,
Registration and Records, Campus Police, Cashier’s Office and
the University Counseling and Testing Center. Prospective
students should direct their inquiries to the Director of
Admissions. The Director of Student Support Services is
available to address the questions and concerns of current
students.
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Division of Student Affairs
School of Medicine
Office of Student Affairs
School of Medicine
2411 Holmes, Dean’s Office
(816) 235-1900
medicine@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/medicine
Assistant Dean of Student Services: Larry Romang
The Office of Student Affairs provides a variety of support
services to meet the needs of currently enrolled students and
graduates of the School of Medicine. The director works in
close conjunction with the Financial Aid and Scholarships
Office in assisting students in finding additional sources of
support through extramural scholarship and loan programs.
The Office of Student Affairs staff works closely with student
organizations and interest groups in support of ongoing
activities, special events and projects.
The director provides career information to students, and
counsels and assists students in applying for postgraduate
residency training programs.
Other student services include serving as liaison for
student reports with the Association of American Medical
Colleges, National Resident Matching Program and National
Board of Medical Examiners; providing letters of
recommendation for extramural electives, residencies,
fellowship programs and scholarships; student honors and
awards; and alumni support services.
School of Nursing
Office of Student Services
Health Science Building
2220 Holmes, Room 123
on Hospital Hill
(816) 235-1710, 1769 or 1740
nurses@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/nursing
Student Services Coordinator: Judy Jellison
Nursing Adviser: Laura Briggs
The Office of Student Services at the School of Nursing
provides numerous services to meet the needs of current
students and individuals desiring admission to the School of
Nursing. This office coordinates all activities related to
admissions, advisement, enrollment, registration and other
student support services. The office assists students seeking
financial aid and scholarship monies.
The Office of Student Services maintains student records
for graduates and current students and provides assistance to
nursing student organizations. In addition, Student Services
personnel provide information to prospective students and the
community at large regarding UMKC and the School of
Nursing.
School of Pharmacy
Office of Student Services
Katz Pharmacy Building
5005 Rockhill Road, Room 113
(816) 235-1613
pharmacy@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/pharmacy
Manager of Student Services: Shelly M. Janasz
The Pharmacy Office of Student Services provides those
essential services that develop, maintain, and support currently
enrolled graduate and professional students and those
pre-pharmacy students desiring admission to the UMKC
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School of Pharmacy. The School of Pharmacy offers degree
programs leading to the doctor of pharmacy and graduate level
degrees in pharmaceutical sciences and pharmacology.
Student support services include academic advising,
short-term counseling and referral, assistance in identifying
scholarships, financial aid, and part-time employment,
remediation and retention programs, records retention,
assistance to student organizations with professional projects,
and introductory assistance with housing. The Student
Services Office works closely with the manager of alumni
affairs within the school in developing programs that link
current students and alumni.
The Pharmacy Office of Student Services coordinates
activities with other departments in the Division of Student
Affairs to provide programs of special interest to pharmacy
students. These include test-anxiety workshops, financial aid
workshops, supplemental instruction and individual tutorials,
and orientation to the campus. The office also works as a
liaison to other academic units and student affairs’ departments
on campus, as well as state licensing boards. It also assists the
School of Pharmacy faculty in administering curricular
functions, class scheduling, course and instructor evaluations,
admissions and retention policies.
Several annual events are sponsored through the office
including the admissions interview process, pharmacy
orientation program, fall scholarship/awards ceremony and
leadership reception, pharmacy career fair, commencement,
and the graduation awards banquet.
Information Services
Information Services
Campus Operator (816) 235-1000
Campus Information (816) 235-5555
IS Technology Support (816) 235-2000
Chief Information Officer:
J. Craig Klimczak, D.V.M., M.S.
Description
Providing students with state-of-the-art computing technology,
Information Services offers a wide range of computing,
multimedia, telecommunications, and networking facilities. In
support of the University’s aim to provide quality instruction,
Information Services stands as a crucial, enabling tool for
learning, research, service and administration.
The University has established guidelines that regulate the
use of University-owned computer and network resources. The
guidelines are online at
http://www.umkc.edu/helpdesk/guidelines.html. The following
describes some of the services we provide.
Operations and Administration
(816) 235-1181
http://www.umkc.edu/compserv/
Director:
Tim Saxton
Several microcomputer labs are available to all UMKC
students enrolled in credit courses. These labs are equipped
with PCs, laser printers, and scanners. A list of hardware and
software available in each lab is found at
http://www.umkc.edu/labs/. In addition, there are labs
supported by individual academic units. Some of these labs
and their facilities are listed at
http://www.umkc.edu/labs/other-labs.htm.
Central Systems
(816) 235-2000
http://www.umkc.edu/compserv/
Director:
Jim Hisle
E-mail accounts are provided to all students for their
coursework. See
http://www.umkc.edu/helpdesk/greetings/email-faq.html. The
University uses e-mail as one form of official communications.
An OpenVMS Alpha Cluster, and a Unix AlphaServer host a
variety of programming languages in support of curriculum
and research activities. A complete list of academic computing
facilities is available at
http://www.umkc.edu/acad/facilities.html
Multimedia Technology Services
(816) 235-1096
http://www.umkc.edu/ivn/
Director:
Thomas E. Brenneman
Multimedia Technology Services (MTS) is a technological
network serving UMKC, the University of Missouri System
and the MOREnet Video Conferencing System. MTS provides
a wide variety of distance education and television production
services. Transmission services include Time Warner and
Comcast Cable systems, satellite communications, ISDN
videoconferencing, Internet based videoconferencing and
streaming technologies. Students can learn about multimedia
technologies through internships and classes through various
departments, including the Dept. of Art and Art History and
the Dept. of Theatre within the College of Arts and Sciences.
Networking and Telecommunications
(816) 235-1595
http://www.umkc.edu/networking/
http://www.umkc.edu/telco/
Director:
Vicky Doerr
Internet access via MOREnet (http://www.more.net/) is
available on campus for all students, faculty, and staff. All
University-owned PCs on campus are attached to a
high-performance network that is connected to a high-speed
Internet link. A diagram of UMKCnet is available from
http://www.umkc.edu/networking/ under Charts and Graphs.
Pay, campus, elevator and emergency phones are available for
use by the campus community. Residence hall phone sets are
equipped with the Octel Extension Mailbox feature allowing
roommates to have their own personal voice mailboxes on one
extension. The client setup file for the Southwestern Bell
LitePages is available for downloading at
http://whitepages.umkc.edu/.
Support Services
(816) 235-2000
http://www.umkc.edu/support
Director:
Jean Owen
Support Services operates the Call Center, (816) 235-2000,
which provides the first level of computer technical support on
campus. Second-level support is delivered by technicians
dispatched by the Call Center. Support Services provides
faculty and staff on campus a full range of software support, as
outlined in the UMKC Support Matrix
(http://www.umkc.edu/support/matrix), and support for
University-owned PCs, printers and peripherals on campus.
Free remote access software is available for students, faculty
and staff for connecting to campus systems and the Internet
from off-campus (http://www.umkc.edu/support/dialup).
Residence hall students have Internet access through ResNet
(http://www.umkc.edu/support/resnet). Support for dial-up and
ResNet services also is provided through the Call Center.
Training and Communications
(816) 235-2627
http://www.umkc.edu/tasc/
Director:
Dave Antonacci
Using World Wide Web delivery, UMKC faculty, staff, and
students have immediate access to more than 300
Computer-Based Training (CBT) titles, ranging from
introductory computer courses to advanced technical topics.
For a list of CBT titles and instructions on accessing these
CBT courses, go to http://www.umkc.edu/cbt/. The department
also publishes a regular newsletter
(http://www.umkc.edu/helpdesk/csnews/) that informs
students, faculty and staff of events within the IS Division that
affect the campus.
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Library Services
Library Services
Administrative Offices, University Libraries
212 Miller Nichols Library
(816) 235-1531
http://www.umkc.edu/lib
Miller Nichols Library
51st and Rockhill Road
Dental Library
School of Dentistry
650 E. 25th St.
Health Sciences Library
School of Medicine
2411 Holmes St.
Leon E. Bloch Law Library
School of Law
52nd and Oak Streets
Ted P. Sheldon
Director of Libraries
Helen H. Spalding
Associate Director of Libraries
Jennifer Eigsti
Assistant Director for Administrative Services
Elizabeth R. Ader
Assistant Director for Public Services
Marilyn Carbonell
Assistant Director for Collection Development
Brenda Dingley
Assistant Director for Technical Services
Peggy Mullaly-Quijas
Assistant Director for the Health Sciences Libraries
Laura Gayle Green
Music/Media Librarian
Patricia Jean O’Connor
Director, Leon E. Bloch Law Library
The University Libraries provide research facilities, resources
and services in support of academic programs. The Miller
Nichols Library serves primarily the College of Arts and
Sciences, the Conservatory of Music, the Henry W. Bloch
School of Business and Public Administration, and the schools
of Education, Pharmacy, Biological Sciences, and the
programs of Computer Science Telecommunications and
Engineering. Specialized libraries are located in the Schools of
Law, Dentistry and Medicine. UMKC faculty and students
have access to all collections and services, subject to the
policies in effect at each library location.
Circulation
Books and other materials in the circulating collections are
available for loan. Readers may request that books be recalled
or reserved for them. The libraries have reciprocal borrowing
arrangements with many other libraries. Check-out procedures
require current picture identification cards affiliating the
individual with the university.
Collections
Library services are based on combined collections of over one
million volumes, 6,848 serial subscriptions, and substantial
collections of government documents, microforms, sound
recordings and musical scores.
Materials are available in many formats, from traditional
printed sources to those in CD-ROM or online technology.
Primary access to the collections is through the University of
Missouri’s online catalog, MERLIN. Collections have been
enhanced by generous gifts from individuals and the Friends of
the Library.
Community Information Program
Services are provided to businesses and other organizations
that have identified specialized information needs. The mix of
services is tailored to the particular requirements of clients and
reflects the libraries’ commitment to the Kansas City area.
Information on library services to groups other than UMKC
faculty, staff and students can be obtained at any UMKC
library reference desk.
Computer-Based Literature Searching
Keeping pace with the rapid growth in the number of
computer-based indexes, abstracts, bibliographic sources and
full-text delivery systems, the libraries provide complete
services to search and locate identified works. Computer-based
information tools are available for use at no cost. Online
searches can be scheduled with a librarian who will design the
search strategy with the patron and perform the search for a
fee.
Computer Laboratories
Campus Computing Services maintains an open computing
laboratory on the third floor of the Miller Nichols Library. This
facility may be used only by people affiliated with the
University, and identification cards are required. The open
laboratory has printers; IBM personal computers with
general-use software, and Macintosh workstations with
general-use software. The personal computers also have access
to the campus mainframe. A lab assistant is available in the
area for questions or problems.
Interlibrary Borrowing
If material needed for research is not held by the campus
libraries, interlibrary loan staff can help in obtaining a loan or
photocopy from another library. Reciprocal borrowing
arrangements with many libraries in the metropolitan area and
Missouri are available to UMKC faculty and students through
the Circulation Desk staff at each UMKC library.
The libraries maintain a full range of borrowing services
with nearly all major university and research libraries.
Special resource sharing agreements are active with the
Missouri Research Consortium of Libraries (MIRACL), the
Missouri Bibliographic and Information User System
(MOBIUS), the Missouri Information Exchange (MIX), the
Kansas City Metropolitan Library and Information Network
(KCMLIN), the Kansas City Library Network (KCLN), the
Center for Research Libraries (CRL), and the National Library
of Medicine (NLM).
Marr Sound Archives
The Marr Sound Archives was established in 1986. Located in
the southwest corner of the ground floor of the Miller Nichols
Library, the archives contain over 200,000 sound recordings in
a wide variety of recording formats. The focus of the collection
is the American experience as reflected in popular music.
Appointments are recommended for large projects.
MERLIN
The University of Missouri’s online catalog, MERLIN,
provides access through computer terminals to library
collections on all four UM campuses, St. Louis University and
Washington University. Dedicated MERLIN terminals are in
the UMKC libraries, and instructions are available on request
for dialing into the catalog from offsite locations. Activated in
June 1996, MERLIN provides access to an increasing number
of online databases. Students, faculty and staff can submit
electronic requests for books from any MERLIN library.
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Library Services
Music/Media
The Music/Media Library collection is located on the ground
floor of the Miller Nichols Library and comprises musical
scores, books, periodicals, and nonprint material, such as
filmstrips, slides, sound recordings, and videocassettes.
Listening facilities include turntables, tape players,
compact disc players and videocassette players. A group
listening/viewing room is available. The media collection
serves the Video Instruction Program and PACE (Program of
Adult College Education), and provides media material for
course instruction.
Photocopy Services
Photocopying of print materials is available in all libraries.
Microforms can be photocopied in the Miller Nichols Library.
Reference Services
Using traditional and innovative sources and strategies,
librarians assist library users in locating, evaluating and
utilizing information. Keeping pace with the rapid growth in
the number of computer-based indexes, abstracts, bibliographic
sources and full-text delivery systems, the libraries provide
complete services to search and locate identified works.
Services for Persons With Disabilities
The libraries provide assistance to people with disabilities who
want to use information resources. Adaptive personal
computer workstations that are networked to the open campus
computer laboratory software, the campus mainframe, and
several CD-ROM indexes, and online services are available in
the Miller Nichols Library. An Apollo Reader also is available,
and arrangements can be made to borrow special materials.
Related services are available on an individual basis. Contact
The Office of Services for Students with Disabilities for more
information.
Special Collections
The Miller Nichols Library Special Collections houses the
Snyder Collection of Americana, supplemented by historical
materials of local and regional interest. The “Z” collection of
rare books and limited editions and materials from the
Midwest Center for American Music also comprise Special
Collections. These are not browsing collections, but titles can
be retrieved for supervised use in the library.
TLT Center
The Technology for Learning and Teaching Center (TLT
Center), located in the Miller Nichols Library, provides
comprehensive, high quality resources to support faculty and
teaching assistants from all academic disciplines in the use of
technologies to enhance and extend teaching and learning; the
innovative application of technology to support research and
development; and the exploration, analysis and outcomes
assessment of learning in an era of technological change.
Libraries
Miller Nichols Library
The Miller Nichols Library, located at 51st Street and Rockhill
Road, contains books, journals and other resources in the
humanities, social sciences, sciences, education and business.
In addition to reference, circulation, and photocopying
services, an extensive government documents collection,
special collections, computing laboratory, equipment to assist
disabled patrons, and the Music/Media Library are housed
here.
The Miller Nichols Library is open during the following
hours when the academic year is in session. (Hours are posted
for holidays, intersessions, and the Summer Session. Hours are
subject to change.)
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Monday-Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
7:30 a.m.-11 p.m.
7:30 a.m.- 5 p.m.
10 a.m.- 5 p.m.
1 p.m.-11 p.m.
Dental Library
The Dental Library occupies part of the third floor of the
School of Dentistry, 650 E. 25th St. It serves dental students
and faculty, as well as participants in related academic
programs. Area and regional dental-health professionals are
served through the Dental Reference Outreach Service.
Application to use the Dental Library may be made to the
Dental Librarian. Dental Library hours, subject to change:
Monday-Thursday
7:30 a.m.- 9 p.m.
Friday
7:30 a.m.- 6 p.m.
Saturday
12 p.m.- 5 p.m.
Sunday
12 p.m.- 5 p.m.
Intersession hours:
Monday-Friday
7:30 a.m.- 6 p.m.
Health Sciences Library
The Health Sciences Library is located in the School of
Medicine, 2411 Holmes Street. In addition to its innovative
Clinical Medical Librarian Program, it serves the Truman
Medical Center, as well as the schools of Medicine, Nursing,
and Pharmacy. Library hours are subject to change.
Monday-Thursday
8 a.m.- 10 p.m.
Friday
8 a.m.- 5:30 p.m.
Saturday
9 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Sunday
1:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m.
Leon E. Bloch Law Library
The Law Library, located in the School of Law, 52nd and Oak
streets, has approximately 194,324 volumes and 1,784 serial
subscriptions, including statutes and cases from the 50 states,
federal government, and foreign governments and
organizations. Library hours are subject to change.
Monday-Thursday
7:30 a.m.-11 p.m.
Friday
7:30 a.m.- 7 p.m.
Saturday
9 a.m.- 7 p.m.
Sunday
10 a.m.-10 p.m.
Intersession hours:
Monday-Friday
8 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Music/Media Library
The Music/Media Library is located on the ground floor of the
Miller Nichols Library. See Miller Nichols Library hours.
Western Historical Manuscript
Collection-State Historical Society of
Missouri Manuscripts, Joint
Collection/University Archives
David O. Boutros, associate director
302 Newcomb Hall
http://www.umkc.edu/whmckc
State Historical Society of Missouri Manuscripts
http://www.system.missouri.edu/shs
University Archives
http://www.umkc.edu/University Archives
The Western Historical Manuscript Collection, Kansas City
office, collects, preserves and makes available for research
documents relating to the history and culture of Kansas City,
western Missouri and the Midwest. The full resources of the
Library Services
joint collections on all four campuses in Columbia, Kansas
City, Rolla and St. Louis are available to researchers
throughout the state.
The University Archives is the repository for records of
enduring value officially made by the University of
Missouri-Kansas City campus and for other materials of
historical value related to the functions of the University.
Of special interest is the Edgar Snow collection, which
comprises his personal and working papers, films and
photographs; materials from various contemporaries; and a
library collection that provides additional research for Chinese
history from the revolutionary period (1930s) to the present.
WHMC-KC and the University Archives collections
supplement the resources of the UMKC Libraries. The
collections are open to the public during the following hours:
Monday-Friday
8 a.m.- 5 p.m.
evenings by
appointment only
Other Library Resources
Linda Hall Library is an independent research library located
at 5109 Cherry Street, within the grounds of the University.
The collections include all areas of the history of science,
natural sciences, physical sciences and technology. Within that
scope, the library has one of the nation’s largest research
collections. The library also is a U.S. Patent Depository
Library. UMKC faculty and students may fill out request forms
to borrow books at the Linda Hall Library; the materials are
sent to the Miller Nichols Library (just a block away), where
they are checked out for one week. The Linda Hall Library is
open to the public during the following hours:
Monday
9 a.m.- 8:30 p.m.
Tuesday-Friday
9 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Saturday
10 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Other special research libraries in the metropolitan area
include the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library in nearby
Independence, the Federal Reserve Bank Library in downtown
Kansas City, and the Archie R. Dykes Library at the University
of Kansas Medical Center.
Area residents can obtain check-out privileges to most
area public libraries on both sides of the state line. Throughout
the metropolitan area are branches of the larger public library
systems, which include Johnson County (Kansas) Public
Library, Kansas City (Kansas) Public Library, Kansas City
(Missouri) Public Library and Mid-Continent (Missouri)
Public Library. The Plaza Branch of the Kansas City
(Missouri) Public Library is located close to campus at 4801
Main Street.
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College of Arts and Sciences
College of Arts and Sciences
Administrative Offices
Dean’s Office, Scofield Hall
(816) 235-1136
college@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/college
Dean:
James R. Durig
Associate Dean:
Charles J. Wurrey
Associate Dean:
Judith K. McCormick
Assistant Dean:
Joseph Hughey
General Information
Statement of Purpose
The primary academic missions of the College of Arts and
Sciences are teaching and research. Through these functions,
the College serves the community, the state and society at
large. The research and scholarship of the College’s faculty not
only expand the body of knowledge generally, but also enrich
and enhance its teaching and instructional programs.
All departments of the College offer both undergraduate
and graduate study. The College of Arts and Sciences enables
students to develop the creative, analytical and communication
skills with which to sustain a lifelong educational process. In
addition to serving its own students, the College provides
instruction in the liberal arts and sciences for students in the
UMKC professional schools. Through its continuing education
division and certificate programs, the College also serves
individuals and groups in the community.
The general degree requirements designated by the
College of Arts and Sciences give students a breadth of
knowledge, enabling them to understand and appreciate the
many facets of human experience, to make meaningful
relationships between the various fields of knowledge, and to
increase their understanding of themselves, their interests and
special abilities. The general requirements and introductory
courses allow for maximum freedom in selection of a major
field of study and provide the basic knowledge for that
particular field or for the choice of a bachelor of liberal arts
degree with no major.
Work in the major field of study provides students with a
comprehensive and systematic introduction to a field of
scholarship and prepares them to function in the professional
fields of their choice. Should a student choose to go beyond the
baccalaureate degree, the major provides a solid basis for
graduate study. The objective of the total academic program of
the College is to engage students in study that will enable them
to work competently in their chosen fields or pursue graduate
work, while at the same time developing a breadth of
knowledge in the arts and sciences. In that way, students can
understand their specializations in the larger context of the
intellectual and social life of the community.
Advising System
Faculty and staff advisers assist students in choosing majors
and planning their academic programs, help students with
related matters and problems of an academic nature, and
inform students about the general degree requirements of the
College. Academic advising responsibilities are distributed
among faculty advisers and professional advisers in the
College of Arts and Sciences Advising office in the following
manner:
• Undergraduate and graduate faculty advisers in each
department or program advise students who have declared
majors in their major field of study, in general degree
requirements, and in graduate study requirements.
• Faculty advisers designated as “Dean’s Advisers” advise
students still deciding on a major or who have chosen the
bachelor of liberal arts degree.
• Professional and graduate-student advisers in the Arts and
Sciences Advising Office advise bachelor of liberal arts
students, including students in the Program for Adult
College Education (PACE), advise students on probation,
help all undergraduates with special requests and
problems, do evaluations of transfer courses, and conduct
degree audits prior to graduation on all bachelor’s
degree-seeking students.
Students required to secure an adviser’s approval before
enrolling include:
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All freshmen
General Studies Program and undeclared students
Probationary students
Students requesting overloads or credit/no credit option
Undergraduate majors in art, physics and theater
Graduate majors in chemistry, English, geosciences,
sociology, and theater
General Studies Program for Deciding
Students
This program helps students choose majors while they are
enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences. The program
operates in conjunction with the Career Services Center of the
Division of Student Affairs.
Research indicates that students who do not choose a
major within their first two years are most at risk of not
completing their college education. Therefore, juniors and
seniors who have not declared a major will receive special
attention and help in making that important decision. Faculty
who serve as “Dean’s Advisers” will counsel students
individually during registration on declaring majors.
Freshmen and transfer students are encouraged to enroll in
Arts & Sciences 100. This course focuses on providing
students with information and skills that will help them choose
a major and develop numerous strategies for academic success.
The Career Services Center provides workshops for
students at all levels on decision making and career
connections with liberal arts majors. Student paraprofessionals
offer opportunities for individual counseling as well as group
sessions concerning choosing majors, finding internships and
employment.
For more information, contact the Coordinator for the
General Studies Program for Deciding Students, Mary Ann
Wynkoop, at (816) 235-1137 or wynkoopm@umkc.edu.
The Superior Student
The College offers superior students various means to enhance
or accelerate their academic programs.
Dual Credit High School/College Program
The College offers advanced students in many Kansas City
area high schools the opportunity to earn UMKC credit prior to
high school graduation. Qualified students may enroll in
introductory college courses that meet general requirements for
a bachelor’s degree.
Credit by Examination
See the General Undergraduate Academic Regulations and
Information section of this catalog.
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Independent Study
The opportunity to undertake independent study is offered by
many departments in the College to students who qualify.
Generally, the student receives the individual attention of a
professor in the chosen field of study, and the project may
involve any topic considered appropriate to the academic needs
of the student. Typical kinds of independent study: special
reading topics, creative work in the humanities, research
projects, performances in the arts or fieldwork experiences.
Honors
For information on the General Honors Program, the Dean’s
List, and degrees with honors, see the General Undergraduate
Academic Regulations and Information section of this catalog.
Study Abroad Programs
The College of Arts and Sciences study-abroad programs
provide opportunities for students to enhance their college
career by exploring and sharing the cultures of other countries.
Programs are available from three sources: People to People
International, foreign exchanges offered through the
Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures, and the
Missouri-London Program. Some programs are available for
college credit; others are for the express purpose of developing
language skills.
For more information, call the study abroad coordinator at
(816) 235-5790.
General College Undergraduate
Regulations and Information
The following policies and requirements concerning academic
work in the College of Arts and Sciences are listed
alphabetically.
Students should also consult the UMKC General
Undergraduate Academic Regulations and Information section
elsewhere in this catalog for other regulations pertinent to
academic life.
Academic Loads
Full-time and Normal Loads
General Undergraduate Academic Regulations and
Information section of this catalog.
Overloads
Official programs of undergraduates involving 18 or more
semester hours of coursework must be approved by the
College’s advising office prior to registration. For summer
sessions, programs of more than 10 semester hours in two
combined shorter sessions and/or the eight-week session must
be approved by the College’s advising office prior to
registration.
Academic Probation
See the General Undergraduate Academic Regulations and
Information section of this catalog.
Attendance
See the General Undergraduate Academic Regulations and
Information section of this catalog.
Changes of Official Program
For information on adding and dropping courses, withdrawals,
changes from audit to credit, or credit to audit and other
changes to enrollment, see the General Undergraduate
Academic Regulations and Information section of this catalog.
Concurrent Enrollments
For policy on earning credit at another college concurrently
with credit at UMKC, see the General Undergraduate
Academic Regulations and Information section of this catalog.
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Credit/No Credit Option
See the General Undergraduate Academic Regulations and
Information section of this catalog.
English Proficiency Test
For information on the Written English Proficiency Test, see
the general requirements for the College’s bachelor of arts,
bachelor of science, and bachelor of liberal arts degrees, as
well as the General Undergraduate Academic Regulations and
Information section of this catalog.
Exceptions
Exceptions to academic regulations must be approved by the
Academic Standards Committee of the College of Arts and
Sciences. To seek exceptions, students must file a “Petition for
Exception to Academic Policy” in the Arts and Sciences
Advising Office, l6 Scofield Hall.
Grading System
See the General Undergraduate Academic Regulations and
Information section of this catalog.
Graduation Procedure
1. After completion of 75-90 hours, a student should file an
“Application for Bachelor’s Degree” form at the Arts and
Sciences Advising Office.
2. After this application is processed, the student is notified
that a degree-requirements and program-plan packet has
been prepared and the coursework has been reviewed by
the advising office to determine whether the general
degree requirements have been fulfilled.
3. The student then picks up the packet and takes it to the
major department for approval of a program to meet the
departmental requirements for the major. After obtaining
approval of the major department, the student must then
return the packet to the Advising Office, 16 Scofield Hall.
Degree Program (Major)
The undergraduate degree-seeking student in the College of
Arts and Sciences must fulfill the requirements for a degree
program (major) as specified in the appropriate part of this
catalog. The minimum is 26 semester hours.
A minimum of 12 semester hours in the degree program
(major) must be earned in the major department at UMKC. A
minimum of a C average in the major is required.
The College encourages students to seek advising early in
their academic careers regarding choice of a major. Students
must file a “Formal Declaration of Major” form in an academic
adviser’s office.
Double Major
A double major is a program in which a student completes in
total two full majors. The degree requirements of each of the
two majors must be fulfilled and there can be no more than
nine hours in common between the two. The two departments
must approve the final program. The degree will indicate both
majors, e.g. bachelor of arts, English and sociology.
Combined Major
A combined major (not a double major) is one in which a
student, with the approval of the appropriate departments,
plans a major that combines two fields of study with a
minimum total of 36 credit hours.
Minor Program
An academic minor may be taken in many departments in the
College of Arts and Sciences by students enrolled in a B.A. or
B.S. degree program. The academic minor is optional. It must
be declared no later than the beginning of the student’s senior
year.
College of Arts and Sciences
A minimum of 18 hours is required in the minor area. At
least nine of those hours must be upper-division courses. The
courses and total number of hours are determined by the
department or departments granting the minor. A minimum of
nine hours for the minor must be earned at UMKC.
A student interested in one of the following minors should
consult a departmental adviser. Minors offered in the College
of Arts and Sciences include the following: administration of
justice, anthropology, art history, studio art, African American
studies, chemistry, classical and ancient studies,
communication studies, economics, English writing, English
language and literature, environmental studies, film studies,
French, geography, geology, German, history, hospitality
studies, humanities, Judaic studies, mathematics, philosophy,
physics, political science, Slavic studies, sociology, Spanish,
theater, and women and gender studies.
Pre-Law and Pre-Med/Health Programs
The prerequisites for many advanced professional programs
can be obtained as a part of nearly every undergraduate degree.
Prerequisites for programs such as law, medicine, dentistry,
veterinary medicine, optometry, and other health and allied
health professions can be satisfied as a part of any degree
program in the College. Detailed information on these
programs can be found in the alphabetically listed sections
following this general section.
Professional School Credit
A maximum of 30 acceptable semester hours (2.0 GPA or
better) of study in professional schools may be applied toward
the bachelor’s degree. Acceptable professional schools for this
purpose are law, dentistry, optometry, pharmacy, nursing and
medicine. This credit is elective credit and does not satisfy any
specific degree requirement.
Registration Approvals
In addition to the information below, also see the earlier
College section on “Advising System.”
All freshmen, general studies, and undeclared students are
required to secure an adviser’s approval to register for classes.
In addition, undergraduate majors in art, physics, and theatre,
and graduate students in chemistry, English, geosciences,
sociology, and theatre must secure adviser’s approval to
register.
Any student on academic or special contract probation,
requesting an overload, or requesting the credit/no credit
option must secure an adviser’s approval before completing
registration.
Students must have the signature of the instructor or
faculty adviser on a special consent form before they are
allowed to register in all art courses beyond the 100 level, Arts
and Sciences 350 “Honors Tutorial,” Special Topics, Directed
Field Experience, Individual Research or any other courses
specified by a department.
All students in the College of Arts and Sciences are also
subject to any special signatures required by other schools or
academic units at UMKC.
Repeated Courses
If a course is repeated, the hours and grade points of both the
original and repeated courses are used in computing the
grade-point average. Only the earned hours from the last
repeated enrollment will apply toward degree requirements or
total hours required for graduation.
Residence Requirements
The general minimum residence requirement for the
undergraduate degree is the final 30 consecutive semester
hours of coursework. In the case of students using 30 hours in
a professional school to complete their undergraduate degree,
the residence requirement becomes the final consecutive 30
hours of the College’s coursework prior to entrance into the
professional school.
Scholastic Honesty
See the General Undergraduate Academic Regulations and
Information section of this catalog.
Transfer of Credit
See the General Undergraduate Academic Regulations and
Information section of this catalog.
Combined and Dual Degree Programs
In coordination with several of the professional schools,
College of Arts and Sciences students may earn combined
degrees. Combined degree programs are offered in dentistry,
law and medicine. In the combined degree program, 30 credit
hours in the professional schools may count toward the
fulfillment of the baccalaureate degree. All degree
requirements of the College must be fulfilled. The professional
hours are generally considered upper-level elective (blanket)
credit. In this manner, the two degrees are earned concurrently
and the student’s program is accelerated considerably. Students
are advised to check with the deans of the appropriate schools
before making their plans.
The College also cooperates with the School of Education
to enable students in elementary and secondary education to
earn dual degrees in education and arts and sciences.
Secondary education majors also earn a B.A. or B.S. degree in
a major in the College. Elementary and early childhood
education majors also earn a bachelor of liberal arts degree in
the College.
Requirements for Undergraduate
Degrees
The general requirements for bachelor’s degrees in the College
of Arts and Sciences are listed below. Several of the College
departments and certain schools (Bloch school, schools of
education, pharmacy, medicine) have recommended curricula
for the first one or two years. Before planning their programs,
students should consult departmental and professional advisers
in these departments or schools. At the earliest opportunity,
students who intend to become certified to teach should consult
an adviser in the School of Education.
Students wishing to earn a second bachelor’s degree,
whether the first was earned at UMKC or another college or
university, must complete a minimum of 30 additional hours, a
minimum of l2 of which must be taken in the major
department. The student must also fulfill any additional
general education requirements and major requirements in
effect when the student is admitted or readmitted to pursue the
second bachelor’s degree.
Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of
Science
Difference between B.A. and B.S. Degrees
The general requirements for the bachelor of arts and bachelor
of science degrees are the same, with one exception: for the
bachelor of science degree, students are required to earn a total
of 60 hours in math and science. Students may earn a bachelor
of science degree in the following disciplines: chemistry, earth
sciences, geography, geology, mathematics, and physics. In all
instances, students should contact the appropriate department
concerning its requirements for a bachelor of science degree.
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Degree Program (Major)
Students pursuing the bachelor of arts and bachelor of science
degrees must declare a major. The College strongly encourages
students to consult faculty advisers and the UMKC Career
Services Office counselors for assistance in choosing suitable
academic and career goals. To select a major, students must file
a declaration of major form in the Arts and Sciences Advising
Office, l6 Scofield Hall. For specific requirements for majors,
see the earlier College section on Degree Program (Major) and
the appropriate academic department section in the pages to
follow.
Hour and GPA Requirement
A minimum of 120 hours is required for graduation. Of those
hours, 36 must be at the 300-400 level. A minimum cumulative
grade-point average of 2.0 is required.
General Requirements
A. Communication
1. Every student must complete English 110 and 225 and
must complete a course coded WI by a department, which
is a departmental writing intensive course, or a 300-level
English composition course during the junior or senior
year. The English 110 requirement may be satisfied by
acceptable scores on the appropriate ETS subject
examination. The UMKC Written English Proficiency
Test is also a graduation requirement for all students.
Those who fail it twice must take English 299; this
credit/no credit course, which does not count towards the
degree, will serve as the WEPT for these students.
2. Every student must complete at least one course in which
non-written argumentation is a major focus. This
requirement is met by the courses: Communications
Studies 110, 212, 254P, 311, 343; Theater 121;
Humanities 404PW.
B. Mathematical, Symbolic and Logical Reasoning
1. Every student must demonstrate competency equivalent to
four units (years) of acceptable high school mathematics
or complete Mathematics 110 or 116.
2. Every student must complete at least one course requiring
extensive use of mathematical, symbolic or logical
reasoning. This requirement is met by the courses:
Mathematics 160 or any mathematics course at or above
the 200 level, including Philosophy 222.
C. Foreign Language and Culture
1. Three semesters of the same foreign language are
required. However, students who have satisfactorily
completed two years of a foreign language in high school
will be required to complete only two additional 120
college-level and above courses in the same language.
Students who completed four years of the same foreign
language in high school must complete only one
additional sophomore-level or above course in the same
language.
2. Every student must complete at least one course that
focuses on cultural perspectives of an interdependent
global environment. This requirement is met by the
courses: History 201, 202, 206, 208; Geography 200, 202;
Soc/Anth 103; PolSc 220; or Econ 412.
D. Computer and Information Technology
Every student must demonstrate competence equivalent to a
programming course or software application course, that
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includes substantial computer experience. This requirement is
met by the courses: Art 114; Computer Science 100, 101,
105P; or a computer application course in the student’s
major/program.
E. Literature and Philosophy
1. Every student must complete one of the following
courses: English 211, 213, 214, 215, 221, 311, 321, 323,
331; World Literature 210, 220; French 301, 303, 304;
German 301, 350, 351; or Spanish 301, 303, 304, 401,
402.
2. Every student must complete one of the following
courses: Philosophy 210 or 222. Philosophy 222 may not
be used to meet both of the requirements under E(2) and
B(2).
F. Distribution Requirement for General Education
1. Social and Behavioral Sciences (three courses: 9
hours). Every student must complete nine hours of
coursework in at least two of the following departments:
economics, history, political science, psychology or
sociology–administration of justice. Foundations of
Social Sciences 210 and 220 will count toward this
requirement. Courses in cultural geography or regional
geography also will satisfy this requirement. See H,
below.
2. Physical and Biological Sciences (two courses: 8–10
hours). Every student must complete at least two lecture
courses in the physical (chemistry, geosciences or
physics) and/or biological sciences. One of the courses
must be a lecture/laboratory combination. Foundations of
Physical Sciences 110 and 120 will also count toward this
requirement.
3. Humanities and Fine Arts (three courses: 9 hours).
Every student must complete one of the following
courses: Art History 110; Theater 130, 210; Conservatory
of Music 120. Every student is required to complete an
interdisciplinary cluster course and one additional course
in art and art history, communication studies
(non-professional courses), English, foreign languages,
philosophy or theater.
G. General Education Synthesis
All students in a major must complete a course designated as a
capstone course in their major.
H. Constitution Requirement
Every student must fulfill the Missouri state requirement to
take a course covering the United States Constitution and the
Missouri State Constitution before graduation. Courses that
satisfy this requirement are History 101 or 102; History 360R;
Political Science 210 American Government. These courses
also will count toward the nine hours required under F(1).
A maximum of 3 hours of activity courses in physical
education may be applied toward the 120 minimum hours
required for graduation.
General Requirements (Prior to Fall 1997)
Note: The faculty of the College of Arts and Sciences
approved the above curriculum effective in the Fall Semester
l997. Students entering UMKC for the first time in the 1997
Fall Semester and thereafter enter under the new requirements.
A student who is readmitted to UMKC may elect either the old
curriculum or the new curriculum, provided not more than one
calendar year plus one term has elapsed since the student’s last
enrollment here and the student has not interrupted his or her
College of Arts and Sciences
UMKC work by completing l2 or more semester hours at
another college or university. Note: For College bachelor’s
degrees, students may only count 12 hours of 1-hour “Special
Topics” coursework toward the degree.
General Requirements for Students Entering Prior to Fall,
l997
1. English (9 hours and Written English Proficiency Test)
• English 110 should be taken as early as possible,
preferably in the first semester of enrollment. The English
110 requirement may be satisfied by acceptable scores on
the appropriate ETS subject examination.
• English 225 is required. Students are encouraged to take it
during their sophomore year.
• The UMKC Written English Proficiency Test is a
requirement for all students, following completion of
English 225 and 45 hours of credit, and prior to enrolling
in a required junior-level writing intensive course. The
Written English Proficiency Test is given at least twice
each semester; the dates of the test appear regularly on the
academic calendar in the schedule of classes. A few days
prior to each test administration, students who want to
take the test must sign up in the English Department,
where preparatory materials are obtained.
• Students failing the test twice are required to take an
additional English composition refresher course, English
299. English 299 is offered as a credit/no credit course
and will not count as part of the 120 hours required for
graduation. The final examination of English 299 is the
Written English Proficiency Test.
• All students are required to take a junior/senior-level
writing intensive course or a 300-level English
composition course. Students who register for the writing
intensive course, or 300-level English composition
course, without first passing the Written English
Proficiency Test may not receive credit for the course.
2. Foreign Languages (8 hours)
One year of the same foreign language is required. However,
students who have satisfactorily completed two years of the
same foreign language in high school will be required to
complete only one additional 120 college-level course or above
in the same language.
3. Mathematics (3 hours)
Four units (years) of acceptable high school mathematics, or
Mathematics 110, 116, 120, 160 or 210, will fulfill this
requirement. Students also may take the appropriate
examination as determined by the Department of Mathematics
to satisfy this requirement.
4. Philosophy (3 hours)
Students must take one of the following courses: Philosophy
210, Foundations of Philosophy; or Philosophy 222,
Foundations of Logic and Scientific Method; or Mathematics
375, Mathematical Logic.
5. Fine Arts (3 hours)
The student is required to complete one of the following
courses: Art History 110, Introduction to the Visual Arts;
Theater 130, Foundations of Fine Arts: Theater; or Theater
210, Introduction to Design for the Theater.
Students may petition to fulfill this requirement in a
non-studio course in the Conservatory of Music. Students in
the fine arts will not be required to take these courses unless
specified by their major departments.
6. History 201, 202, 206, or 208 (3 hours)
7. Literature (3 hours)
The student may choose any one of the following courses:
English 211, 213, 214, 215, 221, 311, 321, 323, 331, 333;
World Literature 210, 220; French 301, 303, 304; German 301,
350, 351; or Spanish 301, 303, 304, 401, 402.
8. Area Requirements
The area requirements taken will be in the areas outside of the
major area. Students will take two of the following area
requirements:
Students majoring in the social sciences will take the area
requirements in the natural sciences and the humanities.
Students majoring in the natural sciences will take the area
requirements in the social sciences and the humanities.
Students majoring in mathematics to obtain a bachelor of arts
will take the area requirements in the natural sciences area and
the humanities.
Students majoring in the humanities will take the social
sciences and the natural sciences area requirements in addition
to the interdisciplinary humanities course required of all
students. (See the humanities area requirement.)
Natural Science Area Requirement (11-15 hours)
Students in the humanities and the social sciences are required
to meet the natural science area requirement, which is 11-15
hours of lecture or lecture/laboratory courses. One of the
courses in this area requirement must include a laboratory.
Students majoring in chemistry, earth sciences, geology,
geography or physics will be exempt from this requirement,
but they will be encouraged to take science courses outside of
their major departments.
The specific requirements are as follows:
• Foundations of Physical Sciences 110 or 120. This
includes only the four-hour lecture course. The one-hour
laboratory part of the course is optional.
• Two courses in biology, chemistry, geosciences or
physics. (Geosciences courses taken to meet this
requirement must be defined by that department as natural
sciences.)
Social Science Area Requirement (9 hours)
Students majoring in the humanities or the natural sciences
must take this area requirement of nine hours.
Students majoring in administration of justice, economics,
history, political science, psychology, and sociology are
exempt from this requirement, but they will be encouraged to
take social science courses outside their major departments.
The specific requirements are as follows:
• Foundations of Social Science 210 or 220. Six hours of
coursework in at least two of the following departments:
administration of justice, economics, history, political
science, psychology, or sociology. Courses in cultural
geography or regional geography also will satisfy this
requirement.
Humanities Area Requirement (6 hours)
All students are required to take a three-hour interdisciplinary
course (see Interdisciplinary Cluster Courses). This is any
course taught by faculty from at least two different
departments, one of which must be in the Division of
Humanities or the Department of History. Humanities majors
are encouraged to take this interdisciplinary course from a
department outside their major field of study.
Students majoring in the natural or social sciences are
required to take an additional three hours of coursework from
the departments of art and art history, communication studies
(nonprofessional courses), English, foreign languages
(literature courses), philosophy or theater 121. These three
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hours must be taken in a different department from the
interdisciplinary course.
Courses that are taken to satisfy the fine arts requirement
cannot be used to satisfy either humanities area requirement.
9. United States Constitution and Missouri Constitution
All students must fulfill the Missouri state requirement to take
a course covering the United States Constitution and the
Missouri Constitution before graduation. Courses that
currently satisfy this requirement are American History 101 or
102; History 360R; Political Science 210. These courses also
will count toward the nine hours of the social science area
requirement for those students who need to meet that area
requirement.
10. Physical Education
Full-time students under age 21 at matriculation (initial
enrollment) are required to take two one-hour activity courses
in physical education. These courses must be taken in different
semesters. Dance courses offered either in the Department of
Physical Education of the School of Education or in the
Conservatory of Music will also satisfy this requirement.
Bachelor of Liberal Arts
The College of Arts and Sciences offers the bachelor of liberal
arts degree for individuals who seek scientific literacy, an
understanding of the social sciences, and an appreciation of the
humanities. The B.L.A. is an alternative to the B.A./B.S.
degree programs and is for individuals who do not wish to
commit themselves to a specialty, whose aspirations are not
served by a traditional major, and who desire maximum
flexibility in course selection.
The bachelor of liberal arts degree in the College of Arts
and Sciences can also be earned through the Program for Adult
College Education, PACE. This program makes it possible for
individuals with full-time work or home responsibilities to
complete a baccalaureate degree in a reasonable time by
attending class in the evenings and on weekends.
For a detailed description of this program, see the Program
for Adult College Education (PACE) section in the program
listings following this general section.
Curriculum Degree Requirements
Hour Requirements
A minimum of 120 hours is required for graduation. At least
36 must be at the 300-400 level in the College of Arts and
Sciences.
Eligibility
At least 30 hours of coursework in the arts and sciences must
be earned before declaration of intent to pursue the bachelor of
liberal arts (B.L.A.).
At least 30 hours of coursework must be earned after
declaration of intent to pursue a B.L.A.
A 2.0 GPA is required to declare intent to pursue a B.L.A.
A 2.0 overall GPA is required by the University of Missouri for
graduation.
At least 90 of the 120 hours required for graduation must
be earned in the arts and sciences.
The credit/noncredit option is not available for students
pursuing this degree.
Area Requirements and Limitations Applicable to This
Degree
No more than 21 hours may be taken in one department. No
more than 60 hours may be taken in one division (sciences,
social sciences and humanities). Students should note the fact
that some departments within the College of Arts and Sciences
(for example, geosciences and history departments) offer
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coursework that can be applied to more than one division of
study. Students should consult with an adviser in selecting
coursework to ensure that they receive proper credit in the
various divisions required for the degree.
At least 21 hours must be earned from each division
(sciences, social sciences and humanities). Coursework must
be taken from at least two departments in each of the divisions.
Students are encouraged to identify one of the three divisions
as an area of emphasis up to the 60-credit-hour maximum. The
curriculum of this emphasis area should match the student’s
particular interests and should be designed in conjunction with
an adviser.
Among the minimum 21 hours in each division, the
following requirements must be included:
Humanities
• Writing and Critical Reading (6-12 hours). English 110 or
Hum 105P should be taken as early as possible, preferably
in the first semester of enrollment. The English 110
requirement may be satisfied by acceptable scores on the
appropriate ETS subject examination.
• English 225 or Hum 202P is required. Students are
encouraged to take it during their sophomore year.
• The UMKC Written English Proficiency Test is a
requirement for all students, following completion of
English 225 and 45 hours of credit, and prior to enrolling
in a required junior-level writing intensive course. The
Written English Proficiency Test is given at least twice
each semester; the dates of the test appear regularly on the
academic calendar in the schedule of classes. A few days
prior to each test administration, students who want to
take the test must sign up in the English Department,
where preparatory materials are obtained.
• Students failing the test twice are required to take an
additional English composition refresher course, English
299. English 299 is offered as a credit/noncredit course
and will not count as part of the 120 minimum hours
required for graduation. The final examination of English
299 is the Written English Proficiency Test.
• All students are required to take a junior/senior-level
writing intensive course in their major or a 300-level
English composition course. Students who register for the
writing intensive course, or 300-level English composition
course, without first passing the Written English
Proficiency Test may not receive credit for the course.
Natural Sciences and Math (3 hours and lab)
• Mathematics (3 hours). Four units (years) of high school
mathematics, not including general arithmetic, or
Mathematics 110, 116, 120, 160, or 210 fulfill this
requirement. Students may also take the appropriate
examination as determined by the Department of
Mathematics to satisfy this requirement.
• At least one course of the minimum 21 hours in this
division must include a laboratory component.
Social Sciences (3 hours)
• U.S. Constitution and Missouri Constitution.
The state of Missouri requires that each student complete
a course that includes the study of the Constitution of the
United States and the Constitution of Missouri. Courses
that satisfy this requirement are History 101, History 102,
History 360R, Political Science 210 or 409P, or Social
Science 102P.
College of Arts and Sciences
Interdisciplinary Cluster Courses
Cluster courses provide an opportunity to study a special
theme or historical period from the perspective of several
different disciplines at once. Each course is developed to
integrate with one or more courses in other fields to show how
different disciplines complement each other to form a more
comprehensive understanding of a given topic. All courses
within a given cluster meet at the same time, so they can all
meet together periodically to explore the cluster theme. In
some clusters, the classes meet together all the time so that the
different disciplines are integrated throughout the course.
Clusters teach students to coordinate what they learn in other
courses they take.
As part of the B.A. and B.S. humanities area requirement,
the College of Arts and Sciences requires that all students,
including humanities majors, take an interdisciplinary cluster
course (any course taught by faculty from at least two different
departments, one of which must be in the Division of
Humanities or the Department of History). Students should
also discuss with their advisers how cluster courses fit into
their personal degree programs. As a general guide, individual
courses in each cluster:
• Count toward fulfillment of the humanities requirement
for the B.A., B.S., B.A./D.D.S. and B.A./M.D. degrees
• Count, if they are numbered 300 or above, toward the 36
junior-senior hours of electives required for graduation
• Count toward fulfillment of the departmental requirements
for majors in the field in which the course is taken
• Can be taken for graduate credit if numbered 300 or
above, with departmental approval.
The following is a partial list of cluster courses now
available. There are no prerequisites for any of these courses.
See entries under the relevant departments for a more detailed
explanation of the contents of each course.
Historical Periods
• Sinai and Olympus: Two Views of Man and God
History 400CQ /500C
• The Roman Revolution: History and Culture from the
Gracchi to Augustus
English 300CR
History 400CR/ 500RR
• Courts and Culture in the High Middle Ages
English 400CF/ 591CF
History 400CF/ 500CF
• Images of the Human Body in the Renaissance
Art History 300CA
English 400CA/ 591CA
History 400CA/ 500CA
• The Romantic Hero
Art History 300CC
Foreign Languages 400CC
• Radical Changes Since 1945
Art History 400CE
English 300CE
History 400CE/ 500CE
Special Themes
• Peoples and Communities in Western Civilization
Art History 300CG
English 300CG
History 400CG/ 507CG
• The Story of Language
English 300CH/591CH
Foreign Languages 400CH
• Bridges
History 300CU
Civil Engineering 291CU
• Continuity and Change in the American City
Art History 300CN
Sociology 303CN
• Ethical and Social History of American Capitalism
Economics 342CB
History 400CB/500CB
Philosophy 400CB
• The American Social Film: The Silver Screen
and the American Dream
Communication Studies 400CD
History 300CD/500RA
• Aesthetic Issues in the Arts
Art History 300CJ
Conservatory of Music 497CJ
English 300CJ
Philosophy 400CJ
• Women’s Lives: An Exploration Through
Literature, Psychology and Sociology
English 300CI
Psychology 303CI
Sociology 303CI
• Controversy and Choice in Life and Science
Philosophy 300CK
• Dimensions of the Holocaust: Literary, Historical and
Religious
English 300CT
History 400CT/500CT
• Issues in Death and Dying
English 300CO
Philosophy 400CO
Sociology 303CO
• Barriers and Bridges: Understanding Communication
English 300CM
Sociology 303CM
• Body Images in Medicine and the Arts, A&S 300CM
• Healing and the Arts
Art 300 CH
Theatre 300CH
• Healing and Cultural Diversity
Communication Studies 400CT
Psychology 300CT
Sociology 303CT
• Perspectives in Science and Healing
Philosophy 480B
Sociology 303CA
• Values, Policies, and Practices in Health Care
History 400CE/500CJ
Philosophy 400CC
English 300CC
Psychology 300CS
• Biological and Ethical Issues in Aging
NatSc 430C
Philosophy 401PC
Writing Intensive Requirement
Writing Intensive (WI) courses are intended to help students
learn to express themselves formally and coherently in
discursive prose. Writing in this connection is to be regarded
not as a corpus of art or information to which students should
be exposed, but as a crucial skill, the teaching of which is
among the primary missions of the college. It is assumed that
extended and intensive writing can be equated with
contemplation and concentration on the subject matter;
students learn by writing in any field.
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Each Writing Intensive course includes several writing
assignments and these assignments form an integral part of the
students’ effort to progress in the course. A review and
revision cycle is used with systematic feedback. The students’
writing might address philosophical concerns, methods, or
specific topics, but their work is always based on exposure to
published expository writing. While the exercises may take
different forms, they may include:
1. prewriting; e.g. outlines, journals, free-writing exercises,
organizational notes.
2. submission of preliminary drafts for oral and written
responses by the instructor (peer response might also be
incorporated).
3. revision of content, organization, mechanics, and style.
Students will prepare a number of different assignments of
varying lengths and intent. An extended essay or term paper is
expected in all WI classes. Examinations may incorporate
essay questions.
Arts and Sciences Courses
100 Methodologies in the Liberal Arts & Sciences: Theories & Applicat
(3). This three hour course is designed for freshmen and transfer students, to
be taken during their first semester of study at UMKC. The curriculum
provides students an introduction to the major disciplines and methodologies
of the liberal arts and sciences (the humanities, social sciences, and sciences),
including sessions on choosing majors and careers. Additional emphases will
include learning to use the library, writing and computational skills, oral
presentations, cultural diversity, stress management, and study strategies.
103A Critical Thinking in the Arts and Humanities (3). This 3 hour course
is designed to be taken in conjunction with entry level courses in Arts and
Sciences disciplines. The course is designed to enhance students’ critical
thinking and intellectual capacity, communication skills, and life long learning
strategies. Assignments and problem solving activities in the course focus on
developing thinking in the disciplines through interactive class sessions,
experiments, and problem solving applications. The course is intended to be
taught concurrently with a departmental course offered in the Video
Supplemental Instruction model. Numerous additional assignments and
activities enable students to both succeed in the departmental course and
develop transferable cognitive skills at the same time. Credit and grades for the
Arts and Sciences 103 course are based on a series of separate assignments
specifically designed to enable students to succeed academically in the current
and subsequent semesters. A&S 103 assignments would vary according to the
discipline course it is linked with, but would include numerous supplemental
readings, writing and problem solving activities done individually and in
groups/teams. Class attendance and participation are required. Only one of the
A&S 103 a,b,c sequence may apply toward graduation requirements. Offered:
Every Semester.
103B Critical Thinking in the Social Sciences (3). This 3 hour course is
designed to be taken in conjunction with entry level courses in Arts and
Sciences disciplines. The course is designed to enhance students’ critical
thinking and intellectual capacity, communication skills, and life long learning
strategies. Assignments and problem solving activities in the course focus on
developing thinking in the disciplines through interactive class sessions,
experiments, and problem solving applications. The course is intended to be
taught concurrently with a departmental course offered in the Video
Supplemental Instruction model. Numerous additional assignments and
activities enable students to both succeed in the departmental course and
develop transferable cognitive skills at the same time. Credit and grades for the
Arts and Sciences 103 course are based on a series of separate assignments
specifically designed to enable students to succeed academically in the current
and subsequent semesters. A&S 103 assignments would vary according to the
discipline course it is linked with, but would include numerous supplemental
readings, writing and problem solving activities done individually and in
groups/teams. Class attendance and participation are required Only one of the
A&S 103 a,b,c sequence may apply toward graduation requirements. Offered:
Every Semester.
103C Critical Thinking in the Natural Sciences and Mathematics (3). This
three hour course is designed to be taken in conjunction with entry level
courses in Arts & Sciences disciplines. The course is designed to enhance
students’ critical thinking and intellectual capacity, communication skills, and
life long learning strategies. Assignments and problem solving activities in the
course focus on developing thinking in the disciplines through interactive class
sessions, experiments, and problem solving applications. The course is
intended to be taught concurrently with a departmental course offered in the
Video Supplemental Instruction model. Numerous additional assignments and
activities enable students to both succeed in the departmental course and
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develop transferable cognitive skills at the same time. Credit and grades for the
Arts and Sciences 103 course are based on a series of separate assignments
specifically designed to enable students to succeed academically in the current
and subsequent semesters. A&S 103 assignments would vary according to the
discipline course it is linked with, but would include numerous supplemental
readings, writing and problem solving activities done individually and in
groups/teams. Class attendance and participation are required. Only one of the
A&S 103 a,b,c sequence may apply toward graduation requirements. Offered:
Every Semester.
160 Wine and Civilization (2). Geography of wine growing; the anatomy and
physiology of the grapevine; the sociological forces of alcohol in American
culture; wine and classical culture; economic aspects of wine and wine
growing.
200 British Life and Culture (3). A survey of British history and culture from
Roman times to the present day. The course includes such topics as British
education, the legal system, the economic system, the Common Market, the
development of working class movements such as Trade Union Councils,
pictorial arts in Britain, dramatic arts, British music, and contemporary
communications. The course is taught with lectures from British authorities in
the various fields, discussions with lecturers and local faculty, and field trips to
places associated with the weekly lectures. Grade for the course is determined
by a combination of papers and exams. Offered under the Missouri-London
Program in London. Each semester.
205 Contemporary Europe (3-6). An examination of selected political,
cultural, economic and social forces shaping Europe today and of how they are
related to Europe’s past. The course is taught in Europe and employs field
trips, lectures by European authorities on the various topics and lectures by the
accompanying faculty member. Grades determined by a combination of papers
and exams. Summers or Interim.
206 Contemporary Asia (3-6). An examination of selected political, cultural,
economic and social forces shaping Asia today and of how they are related to
Asia’s past. The course is taught in Asia and employs field trips, lectures by
Asian authorities on the various topics and lectures by the accompanying
faculty member. Grades determined by a combination of papers and exams.
Summers or Interim.
207 Contemporary Latin America (3-6). An examination of selected
political, cultural, economic and social forces shaping Latin America today,
and of how they are related to Latin America’s past. The course is taught in
Latin America and employs field trips, lectures by Latin American authorities
on the various topics, and lectures by the accompanying faculty member.
Grades determined by a combination of papers and exams. Offered: Summers
or Interim.
208 Contemporary World Cultures (3). An examination of societies and
cultures around the world. Students visit one or more countries, where they go
on field trips, meet with local experts and students, and learn by studying and
doing. Grades are determined by written assignments and practical
performance. Offered: Summers or Interim
240 Analysis of Medical Terminology (3). Analyze the structure of medical
words and apply this to basic anatomy, physiology and disease processes of the
human body, stressing spelling and pronunciation. Offered: Fall and Winter
250 Ophthalmic Procedures and Practices (1). Utilization of techniques to
obtain medical and ophthalmic history, transcription of information into the
medical chart, and common terms/abbreviations used in history taking. Covers
front office techniques, including basic functions of a computer in the medical
office. Develops skills needed to obtain accurate patient visual acuity.
Prerequisite: Computer Science 100 Offered: Fall Restrictions: Must be
eligible for Ophthalmic Technology courses.
260 Introduction to Clinical Skills (4). Covers basic test principles and
techniques including the ocular screening exam, visual acuity measurement,
slit lamp examination, tear function and color vision tests. Tonometry,
refractometry and retinoscopy will be reviewed in the theory only. Offered:
Fall Restrictions: Must be eligible for Ophthalmic Technology courses.
304CM Cluster Course: Body Images in Medicine and the Arts (3). Open
to all students, this course focuses on the human body as an object of study in
the history and practice of medicine. The class identifies a number of key
issues which affect the attitudes that contemporary physicians often have about
their patients based upon prevalent attitudes toward the human body in our
society. Societal values which shape our ideas about gender, physical
appearance, cosmetic surgery, obesity, and genetic abnormalities will be the
focus of determining the extent to which these issues may actually affect the
education of physicians and choices of medical treatment. The course
examines the evolution of these values historically through works of art and
recurring themes in literature. the course is interdisciplinary, involving lectures
in contemporary medicine, the history of medicine, the history of art, and
literature. It satisfies current baccalaureate requirements for interdisciplinary
coursework in the humanities. The course will not count toward required
courses for the major in art, art history, literature or history. Prerequisite:
Junior standing. Offered: Summer 1994.
College of Arts and Sciences
305 Ethics in America:The View from the Heartland (3). This
interdisciplinary course brings national and local specialists together through
the media of television case study and personal dialogues for an exploration of
the ethical issues facing Americans today. Problems of the corporate world, of
academe, of law, of medicine, of media and of the military will be subjected to
analysis. With the assistance of experts from the faculty and the community,
students will create a paradigm for ethical decision making. Prerequisites:
Philosophy 210, 222 or consent of the instructor or Foundations of Social
Science. Offered: On demand.
310A Ophthalmic Technology Practicum I (1). Introductory clinical work
designed to apply technical skills acquired in previous course work. Recording
of clinical data, front office procedures, obtaining patient’s health and ocular
history, measuring visual acuity, medical record management, commonly used
abbreviations/terms stressed. Offered: Fall Restrictions: Must be eligible for
Ophthalmic Technology courses.
310B Ophthalmic Technology Practicum II (4). Clinical experience
designed to apply the concepts and technical skills acquired in previous course
work. Student will assist patients in all phases of care, perform advanced
ophthalmic testing procedures and collect and prepare specimens for transport
to the laboratory. Prerequisite: A&S 310A Offered: Winter Restrictions: Must
be eligible for Ophthalmic Technology courses.
334 Introduction to African American Studies (3). This course provides an
introduction to the contexts, theories, and methodologies that undergird
African American studies. In addition to substantial time spent covering
particular research skills and resources, students will also be introduced to
African American culture and the issues related to African American studies
from several perspectives: history, literature, sociology, communication
studies, and the like. Influences and perspectives from Africa, the Carribean
and South America will also be covered. The course will thus provide a broad
background in African American culture and history, an introduction to the
methodologies of several disciplines, and discussion of particular
contemporary and historical issues such as slavery, segregation and integration,
the Civil Rights Movement, Pan-Africanism, Afrocentrism, and current
political debates. Prerequisite: None. Offered: Once a year.
361 Ophthalmic Technology Seminar I (1). Review major professional
subject areas. Discussion of clinical practicum experiences including concerns,
issues, case studies and procedures. Offered: Fall Restrictions: Must be
eligible for Ophthalmic Technology courses.
362 Ophthalmic Technology Seminar II (1). Review major professional
subject areas, hear guest speakers on topics of interest and participate in field
trips to industry sites. Discussion of clinical practicum experience including
concerns, issues, case studies and procedures. Prerequisite: A&S 361 Offered:
Winter Restrictions: Must be eligible for Ophthalmic Technology courses.
363 Ophthalmic Technology Seminar III (1). Review major professional
subject areas, hear guest speakers on topics of interest and participate in field
trips to industry sites. Discussion of clinical practicum experience including
concerns, issues, case studies and procedures. Prerequisite: A&S 362 Offered:
Fall Restrictions: Must be eligible for Ophthalmic Technology courses.
364 Ophthalmic Technology Seminar IV (2). Discuss challenges confronting
practitioners and the presentation of new material in the field. May include
field trips and guest speakers on topics of interest. Discussion of clinical
practicum experiences and a general review for national certification
examinations included. Prerequisite: A&S 363 Offered: Winter Restrictions:
Must be eligible for Ophthalmic Technology courses.
405 Contemporary Europe (3-6). An in-depth examination of selected
political, cultural, economic and social forces shaping Europe today and of
how they are related to Europe’s past. The course is taught in Europe and
employs field trips, lectures by European authorities on the various topics and
lectures by the accompanying faculty member. Grades determined by a
combination of papers and exams. Prerequisite: Upper level or consent of
instructor. Offered: Summers or Interim.
406 Contemporary Asia (3-6). An in-depth examination of selected political,
cultural, economic and social forces shaping Asia today and of how they are
related to Asia’s past. The course is taught in Asia and employs field trips,
lectures by Asian authorities on the various topics and lectures by the
accompanying faculty member. Grades determined by a combination of papers
and exams. Prerequisite: Upper level or consent of instructor. Offered:
Summers or Interim.
407 Contemporary Latin America (3-6). An in-depth examination of
selected political, cultural, economic and social forces shaping Latin America
today and of how they are related to Latin America’s past. The course is taught
in Latin America and employs field trips, lectures by Latin American
authorities on the various topics and lectures by accompanying faculty
member. Grades determined by a combination of papers and exams.
Prerequisite: Upper level or consent of instructor. Offered: Summers or
Interim.
410A Ophthalmic Technology Practicum III (4). Clinical experience
designed to apply the concepts and technical skills acquired in previous course
work. Student will assist patients in all phases of care, perform advanced
ophthalmic testing procedures and collect and prepare specimens for transport
to the laboratory. Prerequisite: A&S 310B Offered: Fall Restrictions: Must be
eligible for Ophthalmic Technology courses.
410B Ophthalmic Technology Practicum IV (4). Clinical experience
designed to apply the concepts and technical skills acquired in previous course
work. Student will assist patients in all phases of care, perform advanced
ophthalmic testing procedures and collect and prepare specimens for transport
to the laboratory. Prerequisite: A&S 410A Offered: Winter Restriction: Must
be eligible for Ophthalmic Technology courses.
419 Natural Sciences for Elementary Schools I (1-5). Selected topics from
the natural sciences, their development and application for teaching in
elementary school. Lectures, demonstrations, experiments and discussions.
Intended for teachers in elementary schools. (This course will not be accepted
for satisfaction of the Natural Science Area requirement of the Arts and
Science general degree requirements).
420 Literature: A Healing Art (3). The course provides an opportunity for
students to read and learn about literature, both prose and poetry, which
demonstrates the importance of life stories in fostering communication
between people. Through this study literature will come to be viewed as a
healing art: healing physicians, patients and writers alike. Prerequisite: Junior
standing. Offered: For one month, twice each year: September, March.
429 Natural Sciences for Elementary Schools II (2). Selected topics from
the natural sciences, their development and application for teaching in
elementary school. Lectures, demonstration, experiments and discussions.
Intended for teachers in elementary schools. (This course will not be accepted
for satisfaction of the Natural Science Area requirement of the Arts and
Science general degree requirements). Fall.
439 Natural Sciences for Elementary Schools III (2). Selected topics from
the natural sciences, their development and application for teaching in
elementary schools. Lectures, demonstrations, experiments and discussions.
Intended for teachers in elementary school. (This course will not be accepted
for satisfaction of the Natural Science Area requirement of the Arts and
Science general degree requirements). Winter.
452 Images of the Family in Art and Literature (4). An application of the
skills and knowledge gained from the companion weekend and/or weekday
courses in this block by means of instructor-approved and guided independent
study projects of the student’s own individual or small group choice, focusing
on images of the family in literature and art. Each student must select and
present four projects (one on each of following faith
cultures-Christianity/Judaism, Islam, and one on a topic of their choice) in
written, oral and/or audio-visual media. Students meet in groups and
individual sessions with the instructors of this block.
490 Special Topics (1-3). Intensive reading and/or research in an area selected
by the student in consultation with the instructor. By permission only.
491 International Internship (1-9). Students may participate in structured
international internships under the joint supervision of employer and faculty
member. They must carry out significant professional responsibilities and
whatever additional assignments are determined by the faculty supervisor. The
number of credit hours varies with the length of the professional experience.
Prerequisite: Junior level or above or consent of instructor. Offered: Every
semester.
495 Honors Senior Thesis (3-6). An independent research course to allow
students who have completed the requirements for the HONORS Program to
do a Senior Thesis and if the thesis is acceptable as a Honors thesis-to graduate
with Honors and as an Honors College Scholar. Prerequisite: Consent of
Honors Co-Director and Thesis Advisor.
500 Interdisciplinary Colloquium On Aging (3). This course will introduce
students to gerontology as a field of study and as a profession. The context for
the emergence of the field is set in important demographic transitions of the
20th century. Identification and understanding of major issues and
controversies in the field will help locate the contributions of a range of
disciplines to aging studies. The connection of these issues with the
development of social policies will be discussed.
500A Interdisciplinary Colloquium on Aging I (1-2).
500B Interdisciplinary Colloquium on Aging II (1-2).
500C Interdisciplinary Colloquium on Aging III (1-2).
501 Special Readings/Topics (1-3). This is a designated arts and sciences
course which gives all departments in the College the flexibility to offer, on
demand and as the need arises, a graduate-level readings course in a particular
area of specialization in any discipline in the College. The individual
departments determine the content of the course in any given semester in the
same manner as any reading course, special topics, or independent study is
presently handled. The departments are responsible for approving individuals
or groups for the course and determine whether or not the course will be
included as a part of a post-baccalaureate degree in their disciplines.
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502 Introduction to African American Studies (3). This course provides an
introduction to the contexts, theories, and methodologies that undergird
African American studies. In addition to substantial time spent covering
particular research skills and resources, students will also be introduced to
African American culture and the issues related to African studies from several
perspectives: history, literature, sociology, communication studies, and the
like. Influences and perspectives from Africa, the Carribean, and South
America will also be covered. The course will thus provide a broad
background in African American culture and history, an introduction to the
methodologies of several disciplines, and discussion of particular
contemporary and historical issues such as slavery, segregation and integration,
the Civil Rights Movement, Pan-Africanism, Afrocentrism, and current
political debates.
510 Method of Inquiry: An Interdisciplinary Study of the 1930s (6). This
course is a prerequisite for all students in the Master of Arts in Liberal Studies
program and must be completed before any other coursework. Team-taught by
three members of the graduate faculty (one member each from the humanities,
the social sciences, and the sciences), this course provides introductory
discussions into the methods of investigation typical of the various disciplines
by studying a single research problem. Sessions also combine studies in
bibliography and research skills with hands-on library experience. The
research topic of the seminar changes each semester.
511 Methods of Inquiry: An Interdisciplinary History of the 1940s (3).
This course examines a decade, in this case the 1940s, from a variety of
perspectives. The second world war stimulated profound changes in science,
ethics, goverment, economics, social structures, and cultural constructions of
race, class, and gender. In essence, this course will examine how American in
the 1940s became increasingly “modern” and assesses the impact of those
changes on the nation and the world.
512 Method of Inquiry: An Interdisciplinary History of the 1950s (3). This
course examines a decade, in this case the 1950s, from a variety of
perspectives. This course has three major themes: Domestic Politics, Foreign
Relations and Scientific Development. Within these three major themes, a
broad spectrum of human activity in the arts and sciences will examined.
520 Critical Choices: Final Research Project and Capstone Seminar (3).
This seminar is designed as a capstone experience for students in the last
semester of their studies in the Master of Arts in Liberal Studies program.
Working with three faculty members of the graduate faculty (one member each
from the humanities, the social sciences, and the sciences), each student
defines a final research project, spends the semester developing it, and presents
his or her findings to the seminar at the conclusion of the course. Each project
is intended to be thought-provoking and to be researched from an
interdisciplinary point of view.
535 Directed Studies in Liberal Arts (1-3). Open to students in the Master of
Arts in Liberal Studies Program, this course offers students the opportunity to
pursue independent work at the graduate level on selected topics of an
interdisiplinary nature, working with faculty members from at least two
different departments. The course may not be repeated beyond a total of three
credit hours. Permissions of the MALS Programs Director required.
540 Liberal Arts Thesis (1-3). Open to students in the Masters of Arts in
Liberal Studies Program who wish to include a written thesis in their program
of studies. The course may not be repeated beyond a total of three credit hours.
Permission of the MALS Program Director required.
550 Seminar in Social Science Perspectives Study of Community (3).
571A Seminar in the Social Sciences (1-6). This is a designated Arts and
Sciences course which gives all departments in the College the flexibility to
offer, on demand and as the need arises, a graduate level seminar in a particular
area of specialization in any discipline in the college. The individual
departments determine the content of the course in any given term in the same
manner as any seminar is currently handled. The departments are responsible
for approving individuals or groups for the course and determine whether or
not the course will be included as a part of post baccalaureate degree in their
disciplines.
572 Seminar in Philosophy of Science I (3).
581 Practicum Seminar in Aging (3). This practicum experience is for
students who already have substantial experience working in the aging services
network. Students, faculty and service providers to the elderly from the
community will discuss a work on solutions to practical problems and issues
confronted in agencies serving the elderly. The student will complete a written
project and related oral examination on a problem pertinent to his/her work
experience.
591 Practicum in Community Social Science Research (3).
592 Field Practicum in Aging (3). Students without previous aging-related
work experience will have a field placement with faculty supervision in a
community agency offering services to the elderly. Twelve hours weekly in the
agency are required. The student will complete a written project and related
oral examination on the field experience.
899 Required Graduate Enrollment (1).
H101 Freshman Honors Seminar (1).
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Physical Science Courses
110 Foundations of Physical Sciences I (4). Fundamental principles and
concepts of the various physical and mathematical sciences, integrated by the
history and philosophy of science. Fall and winter semester.*
110L Foundations of Physical Sciences, Laboratory I (1). General
laboratory and discussion sessions on various topics in the physical and
mathematical sciences. May only be taken concurrently with Physical Science
110.
120 Foundations of Physical Sciences II (4). Continuation of Physical
Sciences 110. Prerequisite: Physical Science 110.
120L Foundations of Physical Sciences, Laboratory II (1). General
laboratory and discussion sessions on various topics in the physical and
mathematical sciences. May only be taken concurrently with Physical Science
120.
410 Selected Topics in Contemporary Science (3).
435 Selected Topics in the History of Science (3).
Social Science Courses
210 Foundations of Social Science I (3). An application of salient principles,
facts and methods of social sciences to study of origins and nature of social
institutions; problems of emotional adjustment and vocational choice; analysis
of contemporary social, legal and economic trends affecting values, conception
of freedom and of social power, and political organization. Every semester.
Note: Continued in Soc. Sci. 220.
220 Foundations of Social Science II (3). Continuation of Soc. Sci. 210.
Prerequisite: Soc. Sci. 210. On demand.
610 Philosophy of Social Science (3). This course examines the development
of the philosophy of science since the end of the 19th century. In this regard,
Positivism, Conventionalism, and Realism as the three major conceptions of
science will be studied and their significance as philosophical foundations of
the social sciences will be assessed. Particular attention will be given to the
emerging philosophy of science (i.e., Scientific Realism) which has profoundly
challenged the more established Positivism.
620 Seminar in Social Theory and Policy Analysis (3). This seminar is
designed to help the student develop, analyze, and evaluate objects of study.
Considerable emphasis is placed on the integration of social theory and social
policy. The course requires students to present a policy research project (or
dissertation proposal) to the group. Each student is expected to give an oral
and written evaluation of each proposal. Ideally, a member of the presenter’s
doctoral committee will participate in the class.
899 Required Graduate Enrollment (1).
World Literature Courses
210 Foundations of World Literature I (3). An investigation of the great
ideas that inspired humankind in different cultures through the ages. These
ideas will be explored as they are expressed in literature. Literary works of
different ages and different cultures are included. On demand.
220 Foundations of World Literature II (3). Continuation of World
Literature 210. On demand.
H210 Foundations of World Literature I - Honors (3).
American Studies
American Studies
204G Haag Hall
(816) 235-1338
am-st@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/am-st
Gregory D. Black
Program Director
Mary Ann Wynkoop
Associate Program Director
Program Description
The American studies major is an interdisciplinary approach to
the study of the culture of the United States, and is open to
selected students in good standing.
A student interested in majoring in American studies
should consult with the director, who will act as the student’s
adviser if he or she is admitted to the program. Superior work
is expected from all American studies students.
A major in American studies requires at least 36 credits,
including the following:
1. Six hours of introductory courses that focus on American
studies and introduce the student to interdisciplinary
methodology and the literature of American studies;
American Studies 250 and 251.
2. Thirty hours of coursework concentrating on American
studies. The selected courses must come from at least
three relevant departments, and must be approved by the
director and the core faculty from American studies. The
courses must represent an interdisciplinary focus on a
particular theme or issue in American life.
3. A three-hour integrating seminar (American Studies 440),
in which the student produces an interdisciplinary seminar
paper based on his or her coursework.
American studies programs are tailored to the individual
student and therefore tend to vary widely. They include courses
from such departments as art and art history, communication
studies, economics, English, history, philosophy, political
science, psychology, sociology (including anthropology) and
others as appropriate. They may also include work from other
relevant units, such as the Conservatory of Music.
American Studies Courses
250 Introduction to American Studies I (3). This course is the first half of
the year long, required introductory course in American Studies. It is also open
to all undergraduates. It focuses on works and authors, from the turn-of-the
century to the present, who are generally considered part of the American
Studies canon and emphasizes understanding what America is/was according
to these writers. The course is grounded in questions of citizenship, civic
responsibility, ethics, character, progress and westward expansion. It will also
look at the place of distinct disciplines (political science, English,
anthropology, history, sociology, communication studies) in grappling with
many of these questions. The course will introduce students to American
Studies as an area of study and interdisciplinary scholarship as a
methodological tool. Offered: Fall Semester.
251 Introduction to American Studies II (3). This course is the second half
of the year long, required introductory course in American Studies. It is also
open to all undergraduates. Students will be expected to locate themselves
within American Studies as an area of study and will be pushed to think
critically about the field by looking at the work of scholars in Cultural History,
Media Studies, Regional Studies, Black Studies, Public History, Critical Legal
Studies, Women’s Studies and American Studies in an international context.
Students will also be encouraged to place this scholarship in dialogue with that
from the first semester in order to look at the boundaries of a field that is
constantly changing. Prerequisite: AS250 Offered: Winter Semester.
300C American Social Film: Silver Screen and the American Dream (3).
This course will combine American social history and American film history.
Using Hollywood entertainment films, the course will look at Hollywood as an
indicator of social, political and economic conditions in the United States from
the early 1900s to the late 1950s. The main topics are war and the threat of
war, poverty and affluence, racial tensions, censorship, and political zealotry.
A paper is required and a social history textbook, a film history textbook, a
play by Arthur Miller, and a collection of articles constitute core readings.
This course is offered as a cluster with Communication Studies 400CD.
301 American Studies: IS/Tutorial: Themes in the American Popular Arts
(4). This course uses the popular arts as an entree to the examination of
stereotypes in American life, to a better understanding of challenges to
tradition, and to assessing the consequences of conflict that have resulted from
cultural pluralism. This is a modified independent study course. Students are
exposed to some of America’s best-known literature, films and music.
Instructional audio tapes and traditional literature about American Culture
show the relevance of examples of popular art to broader themes.
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in American Studies 302P and 303PW.
Offered: On demand.
302 Survey Of American Studies (4). This course offers a look at changes
and continuities in American life from the era of British colonization to the
present. It emphasizes philosophical, scientific and creative ideas that have had
lasting effects, changing social structure, the factors that determine lifestyle,
and the consequences of the national preoccupation with pluralism and
consensus. The course also covers the main features of American political
history. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in American Studies 303PW.
Offered: On demand.
303WI Methods & Problems in American Studies (4). This course examines
four topics that are important in American culture; each topic is approached
from a different methodological perspective. The topics (problems) are related
to cultural resources in the Kansas City area and may change from semester to
semester. Methods of problem solving are determined by the topic; however,
students should expect to participate in oral history, interpretation of material
culture, and traditional archival research and document analysis.
340 Seminar: Critical Issues in American Culture (3). An interdisciplinary
seminar which will examine various cultural topics relevant to understanding
contemporary issues in American society. Students will write individual
research papers as well as offer critiques of each other’s work. Prerequisites:
None. Offered: Every Fall semester.
350 Medical Humanities and American Studies (3). This course uses
biological science and technology as the lens to focus a study of American
Culture. Through a series of case studies, we will examine some of the ways
biological science and technology shape and are shaped by American culture.
Far from a “value free” terrain, science has been linked with much that
American values, such as material success, progress and morality.
Technological changes have also been essential in the evolution of many
institutions that are central to the daily lives of Americans (such as the
household and the workplace). Over the course of the semester, we will
explore specific issues concerning the social history of disease in American
culture, science and technology as cultural practice, and the meaning of race
and gender in relations to science and technology. Prerequisite: None. Offered:
On demand.
375 Censorship and Popular Culture in America (3). The First Amendment
to the Constitution states that “Congress shall make no law ... abridging the
freedom of speech or the press.” The American experience, however, is that
controversial books, radio and television programs, motion pictures, and, most
recently, the Internet have been subjected to various types of censorship. This
course will study the censorship of popular culture in America.
380 Decade of Dissent: The 1960s (3). The social movements and conflicts
that developed during the 1960s continue to define American culture in the
1990s. Questions of racial and gender equity, a greater willingness to
challenge authority, concerns about the environment, and a new openness
about issues of sexuality all developed during the Sixties and remain as arenas
of debate today. This course will examine the origins, contexts, and major
themes of these social and cultural movements.
400 Special Studies (1-3). Pertinent courses from academic units throughout
campus may be cross-listed with this course and applied to the major’s
requirements in American Studies. Prerequisite: None. Offered: Fall, Winter,
Summer.
430 American Studies Internship (1-6). Internship opportunities for
advanced students involved in community and campus activities. Students
must receive approval of the Director or Assistant director of American Studies
prior to enrollment. No more than 6 credit hours can be taken. Prerequisites:
None. Offered: Fall, Winter, Summer.
440WI Senior Seminar (3). Students enrolling in this course will produce an
interdisciplinary research paper under the direction of the instructor in
cooperation with other American Studies faculty. and peer review with other
American Studies students.
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Architecture and Environmental Design Studies
Architecture and
Environmental
Design Studies
213 Epperson House
(816) 235-1725
arch@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/arch
Program Director:
Joy D. Swallow, AIA
Visiting Professor:
Theodore Seligson, FAIA
Visiting Lecturers:
Judi Bauer, RA; Vince Latona, AIA; Greg Sheldon, AIA;
James Snedegar, RA
Joint Appointment:
Rochelle Ziskin, Assistant Professor
Visiting Assistant Professor:
Bruce Johnson, Kansas State University
Program Description
The College of Arts and Sciences offers a two-year program of
study in environmental design. This curriculum has been
developed in conjunction with Kansas State University’s
(KSU) College of Architecture Planning & Design. The
successful completion of the first two years at the University of
Missouri-Kansas City will qualify students to make application
to KSU’s professionally accredited programs of architecture,
interior architecture and landscape architecture.
The two-year curriculum at UMKC is directly patterned
after the environmental design program at KSU’s College of
Architecture Planning & Design. In the program, students are
introduced to knowledge and skills common to the
environmental design professions of architecture, interior
architecture and landscape architecture. The professional part
of the curriculum extends from the third to the fifth year and is
taken at KSU. UMKC students are admitted to KSU in the
third year after successful completion of the two-year
curriculum. Admission to KSU is determined by the director
of admissions and the faculty in the College of Architecture
Planning & Design at Kansas State University.
The professional program’s admission process takes place
in the Winter Semester of the first year at UMKC. Specific
KSU admission requirements are available from the UMKC
director.
Enrollment is limited. Students interested in this option
should contact the director as soon as possible.
If you would like additional information, please call
(816) 235-1725, or write the University of Missouri-Kansas
City, Architectural Studies, 204 Epperson House, 5100
Rockhill Road; Kansas City, MO 64110-2499. E-mail is
arch@umkc.edu.
Architecture and Environmental Design
Courses
201 Environmental Design Studio I (4). Foundation studies introducing the
principles, processes and vocabularies of environmental design. Instruction in
two and three dimensional visualization of objects and spaces. Instruction in
the use of instrument-aided drawing, freehand drawing and model building to
represent and communicate design ideas at different scales of observation.
Prerequisite: Permission of department. Offered: Fall semesters.
202 Environmental Design Studio II (4). Continuation of ENVD 201.
Prerequisites: ENVD 201 and permission of department. Offered: Winter
semester.
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203 Survey of the Design Professions (1). Overview of the evolution of the
design professions. Comparative study of the roles of the architect, interior
architect, interior designer, landscape architect and planner; their working
methods, collaborative endeavors, and interaction with consultants and
specialists. Description of career paths, educational alternatives, licensure, and
professional organizations. One lecture per week for 8 weeks. Prerequisite:
Permission of director. Offered: Fall semester.
248 Building Science (3). Instruction in the materials of building and
landscape design; sources, characteristics and uses in design and construction:
emphasis on evaluation and selection. Two lectures and one recitation per
week. Offered: Fall semester.
250 History of the Designed Environment I (3). This course will present an
overview of the developments in architectural, urban, landscape and interior
design which have had an impact on the physical environment from ancient
times through the medieval up to the gothic period. A central objective of the
course is to gain an understanding of why these developments occurred and
how the needs and aspirations of a given time were manifested in physical
form. Prerequisite: permission of director.
251 History of the Designed Environment II (3). This course will present an
overview of the developments in architectural, urban, landscape and interior
design which have had a consequential impact on the physical environment of
the Western world from the Italian Renaissance (starting in the 15th century)
up to the present day. Prerequisite: ENVD 250 or permission of director.
Offered: Winter.
252 History of the Designed Environment III (3). The history of the
designed environment from the mid-18th century to the present. Prerequisite:
ENVD 251 or permission of instructor. Offered: Fall semester.
301 Architectural Design Studio I (4). Instruction in architectural design
focusing on the application of elements and principles of form and space in
design. Instruction in the use of techniques for visually representing design
ideas. Prerequisites: ENVD 202 Offered: Fall.
302 Architectural Design Studio II (4). Instruction in architectural design
focusing on the synthesis of basic social, functional, technical, and aesthetic
factors in design. Continued instruction in techniques for visually representing
ideas. Prerequisite: ENVD 301 Offered: Winter semester.
348 Structural Systems in Architecture I (3). Introduction to statics: force
analysis and the study of forces in equilibrium; principles of statics as applied
to the study of simple elemental structures; the origin, the nature and the action
of loads on structural systems. Instruction in the use of statics in the
preliminary stages of building design. Prerequisites: Math 110 & Physics 210.
Offered: Fall semester.
413 Environmental Systems in Architecture I (4). Instruction in bioclimatic
and ecological design principles as a basis for architectural and landscape
design: emphasis on passive solar heating and cooling and daylighting.
Offered: Winter semester.
449 Structural Systems in Architecture II (3). Instruction in strength of
materials focusing on the behavior of building materials under loading: their
ability to resist deformation and failure. Instruction in sizing simple structural
elements. Prerequisite: ENVD 348. Offered: Winter semester.
Department of Art and Art History
Department of Art and Art
History
204 Fine Arts Building
(816) 235-1501
art@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/art
Department Chair:
Frances Connelly
Professors Emeriti:
Eric J. Bransby, George Ehrlich, Barbara Mueller
Instructor Emeritus:
Nancy DeLaurier
Professors:
William Crist, Burton L. Dunbar, Leonard Koenig
(principal undergraduate adviser), Craig A. Subler
(director, UMKC Gallery of Art), Maude Wahlman
(Dorothy and Dale Thompson/Missouri Endowed
Professor of Global Arts)
Associate Professors:
Frances Connelly, Geraldine E. Fowle (undergraduate art
history adviser), Stephen Gosnell, John Gutowski
Assistant Professors:
Kati Toivanen, Rochelle Ziskin (principal graduate
adviser, art history), William Gaskins III (principal
graduate adviser, studio art)
Research Associate Professor and Joint Appointment with
Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art:
Robert Cohon
Visiting Assistant Professor:
Andrew Wells, Computer Arts, Mary Wessel,
Photography
Adjunct Assistant Professor:
Marilyn Carbonell
Lecturer:
Judi Ross
Curator of Slides:
Carla Gilliland
Department Description
The Department of Art and Art History serves a variety of
students ranging from the nonmajor to the professionally
oriented. The department offers programs leading to the
bachelor of arts degree in art, art history and studio art. The
master of arts is offered in art history and studio art.
In the undergraduate program, art history serves as
humanities electives for nonmajors, as part of the program for
studio majors, and as a major field for students who wish a
liberal arts major or who wish to pursue graduate study in this
field.
Studio art courses are open to nonmajors who meet the
appropriate prerequisites. After completing a foundation
program, studio students can take work in a number of areas:
drawing, painting, printmaking, graphic design, photography,
and electronic media. The program serves both the general
studio major and those students seeking further professional
training or employment in art-related fields.
There are four degree programs within the undergraduate
major offered by the Department of Art and Art History: studio
art, art history, general art and a combined art/art history major.
In addition, the department works with the School of Education
to offer a dual degree in studio art and secondary education.
Completion of an undergraduate degree with above
average performance in either art history or studio art is
normally a prerequisite for further study on the graduate level.
Special Resources / Programs
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
The University of Missouri-Kansas City is fortunate to be
adjacent to one of the most comprehensive and distinguished
art museums in the country, the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art.
In addition to having ready access to the gallery’s collection,
advanced students may be privileged to use the museum’s
other facilities, such as the reference library, the acquisition
records, or the museum’s collections. Use of these facilities is
undertaken only after consultation with a member of the
faculty. All art and art history students have free admission to
the museum.
The department also maintains a close relationship with
the museum through joint appointments, student internships,
and other cooperative programs. Museum curators also lecture
in art history at UMKC.
The UMKC Gallery of Art
The UMKC Gallery of Art has become one of the leading
exhibition facilities of contemporary art in the Kansas City
metropolitan area. Since 1975 the gallery program has featured
work by locally and nationally known artists, as well as by
graduate and undergraduate students. The gallery also
sponsors visiting artists, art historians and critics, in addition to
lectures, workshops and symposia.
The Red Chair Gallery
The department also sponsors a student-run space, the Red
Chair Gallery, in the downtown Arts District. Students curate
exhibitions and also have opportunities to present their work in
this venue. The Red Chair Gallery’s programs are integrated
into the capstone course (499WI) for the Studio Art major.
Other students may elect to participate in the gallery’s
activities as well.
Collection of Slides and Mounted Reproductions
Among the resources of the department are a
curator-supervised collection of slides and mounted
photographic reproductions of art. These collections may be
used by students with faculty permission and supervision.
Selected materials may be put out for study in conjunction with
a course or may be requested for individual projects, such as a
research paper. In all cases, such use is under the supervision
of the curator.
Undergraduate Admission Requirements
and Advanced Placement Procedures
For the prospective art history major, no previous special
training is required, but a background in English, history,
literature or foreign language is useful.
The department does not necessarily expect its studio
majors to have previous studio art training, and any student
may enroll in some introductory studio courses. In order to
take studio classes beyond the introductory level, any student
new to the department must submit a portfolio for review to
determine placement in the appropriate level of the curriculum.
This assessment will incorporate a review of the student’s
transcripts and portfolio, and usually entails a personal
interview. The department must be contacted for instructions
concerning the submission of portfolios and for admission into
any upper-level studio course. This should be done at least
three weeks prior to registration to ensure time to review each
case.
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Department of Art and Art History
Portfolio Review Procedures
The portfolio submitted by a new student for advanced
placement in studio classes will be reviewed by a panel of
faculty whose recommendations will determine the conditions
of the initial enrollment. Subsequent performance in
coursework in the department will determine the student’s
future advancement in the curriculum.
Slides and/or photographs are acceptable, and these should
be clearly labeled as to name, medium, size, date and other
pertinent information. Original works can be submitted for
review, provided they are delivered in a compact fashion and
are promptly retrieved by the candidate. No more than three
works that are too large for a tie-portfolio may be submitted.
A portfolio should demonstrate two things. First, it should
provide a visual demonstration of the technical skills of the
applicant’s previous studio experience. Second, it should
contain a representative sample of recent work, particularly as
it might relate to prospective study in our department.
Therefore, examples of jewelry, ceramics or other
craft-oriented projects can be omitted since these are not part
of our course offerings.
Bachelor of Arts: Art History
Art History Curriculum
In addition to the general education fine arts course, Art 110,
five types of courses are offered: survey courses, topical
courses, seminars, independent study, and cluster courses.
The general education fine arts course is a
lecture-discussion course that introduces students to the
characteristics and history of the visual arts.
Formal study of the history of art begins with the survey
courses. There are three such courses in Western art and two in
non-Western art. There are no prerequisites for these courses,
but sophomore standing or higher is advised. These courses are
assigned 300-level numbers. They cannot be taken for graduate
credit. Students are encouraged to take Art 301, 302 and 303
sequentially if possible.
Topical or specialized courses reflect the expertise and
research strengths of the faculty members. The prerequisite for
one of these courses is the relevant survey course, or
permission of the instructor. These courses are assigned
400-level numbers, and they can be taken for either
undergraduate or graduate credit.
Seminars are titled generically by major periods or
cultural divisions in the history of art (e.g. Baroque art,
19th-century art). When a seminar is offered, a specific topic
will be announced and listed in the schedule of classes. These
are considered advanced-level courses and are thus assigned
400- and 500-level numbers. Enrollment will be granted by
permission of the student’s departmental adviser on the basis
of previous study in art history or cognate fields.
Undergraduate participation in a graduate-level seminar is
feasible for selected students through enrollment in a suitably
titled, independent-study course.
A small group of independent-study courses, titled
generically by major periods or cultural divisions in the history
of art, are assigned 490-level numbers. Enrollment in these
courses is granted only by the instructor who will supervise the
study. (These students are carried as an overload by the
instructor except in special cases.) Graduate credit is possible
only when a student is admitted to graduate study.
Cluster courses are taught through the program of
integrated studies in the humanities. These are
interdisciplinary courses offered in conjunction with one or
more similar courses in cognate disciplines, but in our case,
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with an emphasis on the knowledge base appropriate to the
history of art.
Degree Requirements
1. The three Western surveys: Art 301, Art 302, and Art 303.
2. At least three topical/specialized courses (400-level with
at least two different faculty).
3. At least two non-Western courses (survey or
topical/specialized).
4. At least 9 hours of studio art Art 112, Art 121, and Art
131 are recommended.
5. College-mandated capstone course. Art 499WI.
6. At least 12 hours each in two cognate fields (e.g. history,
literature).
Any regularly admitted student can declare a major in art
history. Art 110, Introduction to the Visual Arts, will not be
accepted as one of the required art history courses. The
department recommends that the foreign language requirement
for the B.A. degree should be taken in either French or
German.
For transfer students wishing to major in art history, an
evaluation of previously completed courses in art history will
be made at the time of their first meeting with a departmental
adviser, and their departmental record will be annotated as to
the equivalencies given to the UMKC requirements. In any
case, regardless of the amount of previously completed art
history courses, a transfer student majoring in art history must
take at least two topical/specialized courses with two different
faculty.
The Combined Major in Art History and
History
The department also participates in a combined major in art
history and history. For students majoring in either department,
this program permits the option of a combined program of
integrated studies in both subjects. The combined program is
especially intended for the superior student who wishes to
explore in-depth the integrated effects of political, religious,
economic, and artistic developments of selected periods in
Western European and American history.
Enrollment in the combined program will be plotted by
the coordinators of the program in both departments working
individually with each student. A detailed set of requirements
is available on request, but the combined major requires 39
hours with 18 specified hours in the primary department; nine
specified hours in the secondary department; nine restricted
elective hours; and a three-hour capstone course (directed
studies) in which a student pursues a senior project related to a
problem of study common to history and art history and
directed by faculty members in both disciplines.
Minor in Art and Art History Program
Requirements
A minor in art history may be earned by completing 18 hours
of art history taken in consultation with a faculty adviser.
Bachelor of Arts: Studio Art
Studio Art Curriculum
The offerings in studio are divided into four general
classifications: foundation studio (100-200); intermediate
(300); advanced (400); and graduate (500).
The foundation studio courses are required for all studio
majors. They consist of introductory courses to several
different areas, including drawing, two-dimensional and
three-dimensional design, painting and sculpture. In addition,
there are other courses that are considered basic preparation for
Department of Art and Art History
intermediate-level work in some areas of studio art. Normally
a student is required to follow a fixed sequence with 100-level
courses taken before 200-level work. These two levels are
completed in the first two years unless a student has received
advanced placement through a portfolio review.
The intermediate level consists of courses in specific
studio areas such as drawing, painting, printmaking, graphic
design, photography and computer arts. These courses have a
300 designation, and they are generally taken in the junior year.
The advanced level consists of courses with a 400
designation, and above-average performance in 300-level
prerequisite courses is usually required for enrollment in an
advanced course. Frequently the specific permission of the
instructor is also required. Courses below the 400 level may
not be taken for graduate credit, except with special permission
from the Department of Art and Art History.
Degree Requirements
1. The foundation studio program or its approved
equivalents: Art 112, 121, 131, 212, 221, and 231.
2. A minimum of one course each on the 300 level in at least
four studio areas: painting, drawing, printmaking, graphic
design, photography or electronic media.
3. Senior coursework (400-level) in at least two of the six
studio areas.
4. College-mandated capstone course Art 499WI.
5. Art history: Art 301, 302, 303 survey sequence, plus one
non-Western and one 400-level course.
Studio Art: Graphic Design/Photography Emphasis
1. Foundation level courses: Art 112, 121, 131, 212, 221,
and 231.
2. Emphasis area foundation-level courses: Art 205, 206,
and 224.
3. Advanced courses: Art 304, 305, 313, 413, 414.
4. College-mandated capstone course Art 499WI.
5. Art history: Art 301, 302, 303 survey sequence, plus one
non-Western and one 400-level course.
6. Recommended electives: Art 498O, ComSt 110 and 320.
Grade-point Average Requirements
All studio art majors are required to maintain a minimum 2.5
GPA in studio art courses.
Suggested Plan of Study–Studio Art (including Graphic
Design/Photography Emphasis)
The foundation studio program should be completed in the first
two years along with at least two of the required art history
courses and as many general graduation requirements as
possible.
In the third year, emphasis should be on intermediate
studio courses and intermediate art history courses. Arts and
sciences general degree requirements should be completed.
The senior year should consist of advanced studio courses,
advanced art history courses and electives.
Teacher Certification in Art
Developed with the School of Education, this curriculum
provides students with extensive studio training and a strong
foundation in aesthetics and art history. It is a five-year
program, with the last two years involving courses in education
and student teaching. Students graduate with dual degrees in
studio art and secondary education.
All students must apply to the Teacher Education Division,
School of Education (245 Educ) before the end of their junior
year (by the end of March). Those students transferring here
with an existing B.A. or B.F.A. in studio art can (with the
director’s approval) immediately go into a three-semester
accelerated program (summer and two regular semesters), but
must still apply to the Teacher Education Division, School of
Education, for permission to enter the program.
Degree Requirements
Part One: Studio Art
1. Foundation courses (18 hrs.): Art 112, 121, 131, 212, 221,
and 224.
2. Four intermediate-level courses (12 hrs.): Ceramics/Clay
Sculpture and Fiber Arts/Sculpture (courses available, by
agreement, through the Kansas City Art Institute: plus
two courses from the following: Art 114, 206, 308 or 309,
311, and 322.
3. Three upper-level courses (9 hrs.): Art 485, and two
upper-level courses in drawing, painting, printmaking or
computer multimedia.
4. College-mandated capstone course Art 499WI.
5. Art history and criticism (15 hrs.): Art 301, 302 and 303,
one non-Western course (300-400 level), and one course
in aesthetics, contemporary art, or Art 482.
Part Two: Professional Education
Note: Students will need to complete an average of 85 hours in
general education and in their major field requirements before
starting the professional sequences of the education program.
The Professional Sequence PS1 begins in fall terms only.
Professional Semester 1 (PS 1)
TE 403, 405, 408, 420 and
0-9 hrs. in subject area/gen. educ.
Professional Semester 2 (PS 2)
TE 404, 422, 424, 435, 402 and
0-9 hrs. in Subject area/gen. educ.
Professional Semester 3 (PS 3)
TE 423, 425 and ART 405.
Professional Semester 4 (PS 4)
ED 428 and TE 437 (12 hrs).
Grade-point Average Requirements
Art education majors must maintain a 2.5 GPA in studio art
courses.
Bachelor of Arts: Art
Degree Requirements
1. Art history: Art 301, 302 and 303, one non-Western
course (300-400 level), and one 400-level course for a
total of 15 hours.
2. A minimum of nine hours of basic studio courses
(100-200 level).
3. College-mandated capstone course Art 499WI.
4. The general art major must complete at least 30 semester
hours of art courses, and at least 18 must be on the
300-400 level.
Grade-point Average Requirements
The general art major must maintain at least a minimum 2.0
GPA in all art courses in order to continue in the major and to
graduate.
Suggested Plan of Study
This option is sufficiently flexible so that no special schedule
planning is required. However, it is recommended that
100/200-level courses in art be completed within the first five
semesters to give ample opportunity to schedule the 300-400
level classes required.
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Graduate Programs
The Department of Art and Art History offers the master of
arts degree in art history and in studio art.
General Nature of the Program
In studio art, the program offers emphasis in drawing, painting,
graphic arts, printmaking, photography and electronic media.
In art history, coursework in both Western and non-Western art
is available.
Applications for Graduate Study
Students are admitted to graduate study within a specific
program of study, either studio art or art history.
Applications for graduate study in the Department of Art
and Art History should be submitted at least one semester in
advance of the application deadline. Applicants in studio art
should apply by March 1 for the Fall semester and by October
15 for the Winter semester. There is no Summer semester
admission. Portfolios must be included with the applications.
After portfolio review and classification by the department, an
appointment for advisement will be arranged.
Studio Art Classification of Entering
Students
In all cases, evidence of adequate preparatory work in the area
of the proposed course is required. Admittance to
graduate-credit classes is given only after a review of
transcripts and portfolio. A student with an accredited B.A. in
art or B.F.A. in art (or with equivalent studio background) may
enroll in Art 495 or Art 498A-498N for graduate credit.
Instructor’s approval for each course is required, and this is
contingent upon previous training (normally at least 28 hours
of junior-senior studio work) and proven performance.
Requirements for Graduation
All degree candidates are required to take a minimum of 36
graduate credits, including at least three courses in art history
and Art 599, Research and Thesis. Additional courses are
determined in consultation with the adviser and the supervising
committee for the thesis.
Art History Classification of Entering
Students
Admission to the graduate program in art history requires a
B.A. or equivalent degree and sufficient undergraduate study in
art history to provide a sound foundation for advanced study.
Ideally, this foundation would include a solid grounding in the
history of Western art, some study of non-Western art, and
sufficient advanced-level work to indicate that a student can
succeed in the specialized or topical courses and seminars
associated with graduate study. Admission review is done by a
committee of the faculty.
The applicant should have, in addition to a good general
education in the humanities, 18 to 24 credit hours in art history
with a grade-point average of 3.0 or better, on a 4.0 scale.
Students with fewer hours and/or a restricted exposure to other
humanities and fine arts courses, or having inconsistent grades,
are eligible for admission to the graduate program on the basis
of recent evidence indicating the potential for success, such as
performance in UMKC 400-level courses, or through papers
and exams for courses elsewhere. If there are some
deficiencies in preparation that can be met readily by one or
two undergraduate survey courses, a student will be admitted
to graduate study. However, the survey courses must be taken
for undergraduate credit before the student is allowed to take
the qualifying examination that is required for advancement to
degree candidacy.
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Applicants lacking the minimum preparation deemed
necessary for admission to graduate-level study in art history
may make up their deficiency through enrollment in selected
undergraduate courses offered by the department. These will
be determined after consultation with a faculty adviser and in
all cases must include 400-level work. Progress will be
reviewed at the end of each term, and if warranted,
reclassification to graduate status will occur prior to the start of
the next semester.
Requirements for Graduation
All degree candidates are required to take a minimum of 30
graduate credits, including Art 501, Scope and Methods of Art
History; Art 505, Graduate Technical Colloquium; and Art
599, Research and Thesis. Other courses are determined in
consultation with the adviser and the supervising committee
for the thesis. In addition, a foreign language examination is
required.
Special Requirements
Requirements for Retention
A student must maintain a graduate grade-point average of 3.0.
In extenuating circumstances, a student may petition the
Department of Art and Art History to be continued as a
graduate student for one term (or six hours) if the graduate
GPA falls below 3.0. The deficiency must be remedied during
the approved probationary period if the student is to be
continued.
The Qualifying Examination
There are two different qualifying examinations, one for each
degree program. These are scheduled on demand. Students
must have completed at least nine hours of graduate study to be
eligible, and the exam should be taken before 15 hours of
graduate study applicable to the program are completed. A
major purpose of the qualifying exam is to determine the
readiness of students to be degree candidates; therefore, the
examination is a review, both of the general competency of a
student in the chosen field of study and of the plans for the
thesis. Based upon the results of the qualifying examination, a
planned program will be prepared; if appropriate, a foreign
language examination in art history will be assigned; and a
supervisory committee will be appointed. Specific details
concerning each qualifying examination will be publicized at
the time that the examinations are scheduled.
The Thesis or Final Project
In the last term of candidacy, a student must complete an
approved project that demonstrates capacity for independent
work of a suitably high level of proficiency. This project,
selected in conjunction with the thesis adviser, may range from
production in a selected studio medium to a research project in
art history. If it is the latter, its presentation must conform to
the requirements of the School of Graduate Studies. If a
production thesis is selected, students must present a written
statement of purpose and make an oral defense of thesis before
their supervisory committee. In addition, a photographic
record of the project must be made and presented to the
department to be held in its visual resources collection.
Graduate Credit
Instructor’s approval for each course is required, and this is
contingent upon previous training (normally at least 28 hours
of junior-senior studio work) and proven performance.
Department of Art and Art History
Art and Art History Courses
100 Topical Studies in Art History (1-3). This course consists of a series of
lectures on selected subjects of European, American and Oriental art. No
prerequisite. Does not meet baccalaureate requirements in fine arts. Does not
meet departmental requirements for art or art history majors.
101 Topical Studies in Studio Art (1-3). (A,B,C,D) This course provides
students with an opportunity to explore offerings in a variety of fine arts media.
No prerequisite. Does not meet baccalaureate requirements in the fine arts.
Different sections of the course may be repeated.
110 Introduction to the Visual Arts (3). An introduction to the study of
art–especially architecture, sculpture, painting and the graphic arts.
Consideration given to purpose and patronage, the visual elements, design and
techniques. The meaning of style and expression is studied in the context of
the historical background of chief periods of Western civilization. This course
meets the college fine arts requirement, but does not count towards the art
history requirement for departmental majors. Every semester.
112 Foundation Drawing (3). Drawing on the introductory level. Every
semester.
114 Introduction to Computer Multimedia (3). General techniques and
practical application for computer multimedia. This is a course intended for
non-majors. It does not serve as a prerequisite for advanced art multimedia
courses. Lectures, demonstrations, readings, discussions and application
sessions. Fulfills the College of Arts and Sciences computer competency
requirement. Offered: Fall and Winter.
116 Computer Animation (3). General techniques and practical application
for computer animation. This course is intended for both studio majors and
non-majors. It does not serve as a prerequisite for any advanced electronic art
courses. Lectures, demonstrations, readings, discussions and application
sessions. Offered: Summer.
121 Foundation Design–Two Dimensional (3). The principles of visual
thinking with emphasis on color theory and perception of form and space.
Prerequisite: Art 112; concurrent enrollment with Art 112 is with approval.
Every semester.
131 Foundation Design–Three Dimensional (3). Introductory study in
three-dimensional formal principles with emphasis on the aesthetic properties.
Prerequisite: Art 112. Every semester.
203 Introduction To Typography (3). The format and applied aspects of
typography are studied in the context of the design process, involving basic
concepts of copyfitting, specification of type, layout, and the use of computer
assisted design software. Prerequisites: Art 112, 121, and 131. Offered: FS95
204 Computer Multimedia I (3). Introductory level computer multimedia.
This course is intended for studio majors. General techniques and practical
application of animation, imaging, video, text and sound to multimedia.
Lectures, demonstrations, readings, discussions and application sessions.
Prerequisite: Studio major or permission of instructor. Offered: Fall and
Winter.
206 Introduction to Photography (3). An introduction to photography as a
means of creative self-expression. The course centers on the basic technical
and aesthetic aspects of the medium. A fully adjustable 35mm camera is
required. Every semester.
212 Intermediate Drawing (3). Continuation of foundation drawing with an
emphasis on study from the nude model. Prerequisite: Art 112. Every
semester.
221 Introductory Painting (3). Exploration of the visual language in paint.
Emphasis on continuing color and design exploration. Prerequisites: Art 112,
121, 212. Every semester.
224 Introductory Printmaking (3). An introduction to the process and
technique of printmaking centering on metalplate printing. Prerequisites: Art
212, 221. Annually.
231 Introductory Sculpture (3). Introductory study of sculptural expression
and technique in a variety of materials and processes. Prerequisite: Art 131.
Every semester.
235 Digital Imaging I (3). This is an introductory course to the computer as a
creative tool for the visual artist. Images will be digitized, enhanced and
altered. Practical and ethical issues regarding digital image processing are
explored. Various input and output options will be discussed.
244 Visual Tools for the Computer (1-3). Specific training in using software
programs (such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Quark Express, etc.)
for artists, architects, and graphic designers. Each section deals with a different
program and thus the course may be repeated if the student signs up for a
different section. Prerequisite: None. Semester Offered: Fall 1996.
253 History Of The Designed Environment I, Ancient And Medieval (3).
An overview of developments in architectural, urban, land and interior design
which have shaped the physical environment of the Western world from
prehistory through the period known as the “Romanesque.” Emphasis will be
given to relationships between institutions, values and needs of different
societies and the architectural forms produced by those societies. Prerequisite:
None.
254 History Of The Designed Environment II, Late Medieval To Modern
(3). An overview of developments in architectural, urban, land and interior
design which have had an impact on the physical environment of the Western
World from the Gothic era to the beginning of the modern era. A central
objective of the course is to gain an understanding of why these developments
occurred and how the needs and aspirations of a given time were manifested in
physical form. Prerequisite: None.
255 History Of The Designed Environment III, Modern (1750 To Present)
(3). An overview of developments in architectural, urban, land and interior
design which have shaped the physical environment of the Western world
during the Modern period. Issues to be explored include renewed interest in
archaeology during the eighteenth century, shifts in patronage, the impact of
new industrial materials and techniques, demands for an array of new building
types, and dilemmas of expression throughout the modern era. Our concerns
will broaden and become more global in scope when we examine the twentieth
century. Prerequisite: None.
300 Interdisciplinary Studies: Cluster Course Offerings I (3).
300CA Cluster Course: Images of the Human Body in the Renaissance
(3). Focusing on Renaissance conceptions of the human body, this cluster
treats the following topics as they are reflected in Renaissance literature, art,
astrology, astronomy, biology, anatomy, medicine and politics: A) The dignity
of the human body B) Microcosm and macrocosm C) Stranger manifestations:
freaks and beasts D) The humors E) Disorders of the human body F) The body
politic G) The human body as an object of study. On demand.
300CS CC: Sight and Sound–An Examination of Perceptual Experience
(3). Faculty from at least two different departments (one of which must be a
department in the division of humanities including history) may determine the
topic and syllabus, subject to the approval of the director of Integrated Studies
and the program’s advisory committee in addition to the approval of the
departments involved. This special topics course will satisfy the
interdisciplinary course requirement for the B.A. Offered Fall/Winter.
300CW CC: Women in a Man’s World: Gender, Sex & Status in Clsscl
Antq (3).
301 Survey of Western Art: I (3). A survey of ancient and medieval Western
art. The course will begin with the great civilizations of the Mediterranean
basin and consider the changes wrought by the introduction of Christianity and
Islam. Study of the medieval era will include Romanesque and Gothic
architecture through the 15th century, but will not include the beginnings of
panel painting nor of independent sculpture. This course meets the college fine
arts requirement. Every semester.
302 Survey of Western Art II (3). A survey of late medieval, Renaissance and
Baroque art in Europe. The course will start with the beginnings of panel
painting, independent sculpture and the graphic arts in late medieval Europe,
trace the coming of the Renaissance in architecture and the figurative arts, and
conclude with the Baroque tradition. This course meets the college fine arts
requirement. Every semester.
303 Survey of Western Art III (3). A survey of European and American art
and architecture, beginning with the origins of the Romantic movement in the
18th century and concluding with contemporary work. This course meets the
college Fine Arts requirement. Every semester.
305 Photography II (3). An advanced course in which students develop a
deeper understanding of personal interests, sensibilities and goals as they relate
to producing and appreciating creative photography. Prerequisite: Art 206.
Every semester.
308 Lithography (3). Study of stone lithographic process. Prerequisite: Art
224. Winter.
309 Intaglio (3). Advanced study of intaglio printing processes. Prerequisite:
Art 224. Annually.
310 Computer Multimedia II (3). Continuation of Art 204, Intermediate
level computer multimedia. This course is intended for studio majors. General
techniques and practical application sessions. Prerequisites: Art 204 and
specific permission of instructor. Offered: Fall and Winter.
311 Painting I (3). Painting in oil or acrylic on the intermediate level.
Emphasis on continuing color and design exploration. Prerequisite: Art 212,
221. Every semester.
312 Figure Drawing I (3). A study of the structure of the human figure with
emphasis on the dynamics of figure movement. Prerequisite: Art 212.
Annually.
313 Graphic Design I (3). Intermediate study of graphic design methodology
and techniques, stressing a visual approach to problem solving in design,
image making techniques, materials, and production processes standard to the
industry. Prerequisites: ART 203, 206, 212, 224 or permission of the
instructor. Offered: FS95.
315 Art of African, Oceanic, and New World Cultures (3). This historical
survey of ethnographic arts will include three world areas: Africa, the
Americas, and Oceania. The societies chosen for discussion have a diverse
visual arts tradition. The geographical range, the diversity of forms, materials,
and functions, of these arts will be demonstrated. Prerequisite: None. Offered:
Each winter.
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319 Asian Art (3). The survey will emphasize the philosophical and cultural
context of the arts of India, Southeast Asia, China, Korea and Japan. The
course will stress the elements that give an underlying unity to the arts as well
as those qualities which distinguish the art of each country as unique. Each
Fall.
322 Advanced Drawing I (3). Compositional and conceptual concerns in
drawing, primarily with life drawing emphasis. Prerequisite: Art 212. Every
semester.
335A Digital Imaging II (3). This class will strengthen the competence and
knowledge of digital imaging techniques. Research, conceptual and verbal
abilities within digital image making will be explored. Students will apply new
techniques to their personal interests in the studio arts. Prerequisite: Digital
Imaging I or permission of instructor.
404 Computer Multimedia III (3). Continuation of Art 310. Advanced level
computer multimedia. This course is intended for studio majors. Lectures,
demonstrations, readings, discussions and application sessions. Prerequisites:
Art 310 and specific permission of instructor. Offered: Fall and Winter.
405 Art in Secondary School (3). An introduction to the special problems,
procedures and materials associated with the art curriculum in the public
schools. This course meets certification requirements in “Special Methods of
Teaching Field.” Prerequisites: The equivalent of senior standing in art plus
permission of the instructor. Winter semester only.
406 Advanced Problems in Photography (3). This course provides students a
forum in which the issues and techniques of contemporary photography can be
investigated on a rather esoteric level. The format of the course allows for a
mutual decision by the instructor and students, dictating which investigations
will be pursued during that particular semester. Possible areas of investigation
would include, but are not limited to, color photographic theory and practice,
non-silver photographic techniques (e.g. Kwik- print, gum bichromate,
cyanotype, Van Dyke Brown, etc.), hand coloring techniques, photo-collage,
etc. Prerequisite: Art 305, or permission of instructor.
411 Painting II: Oil/Acrylic (3). Painting on the advanced level with
individual selection of medium and technique. Prerequisite: Art 311. Every
semester.
412 Figure Drawing II (3). A continuation of Figure Drawing I, Art 312.
Drawing on the advanced level with study of the figure in environmental
context. Prerequisite: Art 312 or 322. Annually.
413 Graphic Design II (3). Advanced study in graphic design methodology
and techniques, involving more intense project problem solving. Projects
include visual communication strategies of a more advanced nature including
newsletter, brochures, annual report, book, magazine and journalism spreads.
Prerequisite: ART 313.
415WI Romanticism (3). Art of the Romantic Era, principally in Europe,
from c. 1790 to c. 1860. Consideration is given to the problems of patronage,
criticism and stylistic influences. Prerequisite: Art 303 or permission of
instructor and successful completion of the WEPT (effective FS93). Offered:
Every other year.
416WI Later 19th Century Painting and Sculpture (3). From Realism
through Post-Impressionism. A study of art, principally in Europe, from c.
1850 to c. 1905, with consideration given to factors influencing stylistic
changes during this period. May be taken independently of Art 415.
Prerequisite: Art 303 or permission of instructor and successful completion of
the WEPT (effective FS93). Offered: Fall, odd years.
421 Painting III: Oil/Acrylic (3). Continuation of Art 411. Prerequisite: Art
411. Every semester.
422 Advanced Drawing II (3). Continuation of Art 322. Prerequisite: Art 312
or 322. Annually.
423 Design Seminar (3). Seminars, readings, guest critics and discussions of
design topics selected jointly by students and the instructor. Prerequisite: Art
313, 413. Offered: On demand.
424 Early 20th Century European Painting and Sculpture (3). A study of
European painting and sculpture from c. 1900 to c. 1940. Prerequisite: Art 303
or permission of instructor. Winter, odd years.
426 Twentieth Century Painting (3). A study of major artists and stylistic
changes in painting, beginning c. 1905. Consideration also given to the role of
media and to drawings and prints during this period. Prerequisite: Art 303 or
permission of instructor. Offered: On demand.
427 Twentieth Century Sculpture (3). A study of major artists and stylistic
changes in sculpture, beginning c. 1905. Consideration also given to the role
of new materials and techniques. Prerequisite: Art 318. On demand.*
428 American Architecture And Urbanism (3). A survey of architecture and
urbanism in the United States. We begin in the early years of the republic, but
focus on the period from the Civil War to the present. Topics include the
planning and development of major American cities, the creation of the
skyscraper as a new commercial type, the evolution and design of the suburb,
the emergence of the United States as the center of modernism following
World War II and its displacement from that center with the pluralistic trends
of the last three decades. Prerequisites: ART 254, 303 or instructor’s
permission. Offered: Fall.
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429WI American Painting and Sculpture (3). A study of the history of
painting and sculpture, and other figurative arts, from earliest colonial times to
the present. Emphasis will be placed on those artists who illuminate the major
achievements in American art, and also the ongoing role played by European
training and tradition. Prerequisite: Art 303 or permission of the instructor and
successful completion of the WEPT (effective FS93). Offered: Fall, even
years.
430 Graphic Design III (3). Advanced application of graphic design
techniques to complex design problems. The course will stress individualized
assignments and portfolio preparation. Prerequisite: Art 413 which may be
taken concurrently. Offered: WS96
440WI French Art: Renaissance and Baroque (3). A history of French art
from the time of Louis XII through the Age of Louis XIV, with emphasis on
painting and architecture. Prerequisite: Art 302 or permission of instructor and
successful completion of the WEPT (effective FS93). Offered: Every other
year.
441WI Northern Baroque: The Age of Rubens, Rembrandt and Wren (3).
The arts of England and the Low Countries in the 17th and early 18th
centuries. Emphasis on painting and the graphic arts in the Spanish and Dutch
Netherlands and on architecture in England. Prerequisite: Art 302 or
permission of instructor and successful completion of the WEPT (effective
FS93). Offered: Every other year.
442 Art of Sub-Saharan Africa (3). This course presents an in-depth study of
African Art from the sub-Sahara Region. The first half of the course will
explore the major art-producing archaeological cultures of Mali, Nigeria,
Chad, and Zimbabwe. The second half will concentrate on the ethnographic
present and focuses on the major art-producing cultures of West, Central and
Southern Africa. Prerequisite: Art 315 or instructor’s permission. Offered: On
demand.
443 Pre-Columbian Art (3). The course will discuss 2500 years of the arts of
ancient Mexico, Guatemala and Peru. Included is the rise of such important
cultures as the Olmec, Maya, Aztec and Inca. Equal emphasis will be placed
on the development of elaborate ceremonial centers such as Monte Alban and
the Teotihuacan as well as the ceramic tradition of the West and East coasts of
Mexico and the ceramic textile traditions of pre-Columbian Peru. Prerequisite:
Art 315 or permission of instructor. Offered: On demand.
445 Northern European Art: 15th and 16th Centuries (3). A study of panel
painting, sculpture and manuscript illumination in Flanders, France, Germany,
and Spain from the Hundred Years’ War through the Reformation. Special
emphasis will be placed upon the stylistic and iconographic innovations of
such major Northern artists as Claus Sluter, Jan van Eyck, Jerome Bosch,
Pieter Bruegel, Jean Fouquet and Albrecht Durer. Artistic developments will
be presented within the context of changing economic, political, religious and
social institutions of the period. Prerequisite: Art 302 or permission of
instructor. Offered: On demand.
447WI Italian Baroque: The Age of Caravaggio, Bernini and Borromini
(3). Painting, sculpture and architecture in Italy from the creation of the
Baroque style in the late 16th century to the beginnings of the Barochetto era.
Prerequisite: Art 302 or permission of instructor and successful completion of
the WEPT (effective FS93). Offered: Every other year.
448WI Spanish Art: El Greco to Goya (3). A history of Spanish art from the
later fifteenth century to the Napoleonic invasion. Prerequisite: Art 302 or
permission of instructor and successful completion of the WEPT (effective
FS93). Offered: Every other year.
449 Art and Architecture in the Age of Enlightenment (3). Painting,
sculpture and architecture in France, Italy, England, Spain and Central Europe
during the 18th-century. Prerequisite: Art 302 or permission of instructor.
450 15th Century Italian Art and Architecture (3). An examination of the
visual arts from the International Style and the Early Renaissance to the
beginnings of the High Renaissance. Problems of patronage, artistic theory, the
Antique, the role of art in humanist circles, and the effect of religious, political
and economic developments on the arts will also be discussed. Prerequisite:
Art 110 or 302 or permission of instructor.
452 Greek Art and Architecture (3). A survey of Greek sculpture, vase
painting, and architecture from the third millennium to the first-century B.C.
Emphasis will be placed on the relationship of Minoan and Helladic aesthetics,
and the connections between late Helladic and Geometric forms, and the
nature and development of the classical and baroque styles. Prerequisite: Art
110 or 301 or permission.
453 Roman Art and Architecture (3). The subjects to be included are: wall
painting, portraiture, sarcophagi, historical reliefs, and secular and religious
architecture. Emphasis will be placed on material from the Late Republic to
The Severan period. Prerequisite: Art 301 or permission of instructor.
454 16th Century Italian Art and Architecture (3). The visual arts in Italy
from the beginnings of the High Renaissance in the late 15th century through
the Late Renaissance and the developing phenomenon of Mannerism. The
effect of religious, political and economic developments will be discussed as
well as problems of patronage, artistic theory and the role of art in humanist
circles. Prerequisite: Art 110 or 302 or permission of instructor.
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455 History of Photography (3). A survey of the history of photography as a
pictorial art; technical developments and the interaction of photography with
other arts will be included. Prerequisite: Art 303 or permission of instructor.
Offered: On demand.
456 The Painting and Sculpture of China (3). Jade sculptures of the
14th-century B.C., the terra cotta army of the first emperor of China, Buddhist
and secular sculptures from the Han through the Sung dynasties will be
covered. The study of Chinese painting will include important new discoveries
of paintings on silk dating from the third century B.C.; figure and landscape
scrolls, and wall paintings from the fourth through 20th centuries A.D. The
masterpieces in the Nelson-Atkins Museum will be examined in detail.
457 The Painting and Sculpture of Japan (3). Clay sculptures from 3,000
B.C., the haniwa sculptures from the fourth century A.D., and Buddhist
sculpture from the sixth through the 14th centuries as well as the rich tradition
of portrait sculptures will be the focus of the first half of the course. The study
of paintings will begin with mural paintings preserved in tombs from the fourth
century A.D. Murals in Buddhist temples; painted screen and sliding panels
from temple buildings, castles and palaces; Zen painting; paintings and prints
of the floating world from the 17th through the 19th centuries will be included.
The rich resources in the Nelson-Atkins Museum will receive special attention.
458 Ceramic Art of China and Japan (3). A study of the development of
pottery and porcelain arts from the prehistoric pottery of China and Japan to
the polychrome - glazed porcelains of the 18th century in both countries.
Ceramic models and figural sculpture as well as ceramic architectural
ornamentation will be included. The Nelson-Atkins Museum collection will be
used extensively.
459 Architecture and Gardens of China and Japan (3). Among the topics
that will be considered in this course are the development of the pagoda and
other temple architecture (Buddhist, Confucian, Taoist and Shinto). Palace and
domestic architecture of both countries and the castle architecture of Japan as
well as the literati and Zen gardens unique to China and Japan will all be
included. Prerequisite: Art 319 or permission of instructor.
460 Oceanic Arts (3). The arts of Polynesia, Micronesia and Melanesia
express a concept of the world that came to an end for most cultures in the
Pacific in the 19th century, certainly by the early 20th century. Spectacular in
form and complex in meaning, they range from art forms associated with
centralized leadership to those associated with men’s societies, esoteric
knowledge and status enhancement. Emphasis will be placed on the stylistic
relationships between island groupings and the contexts in which the varying
arts are employed. Prerequisite: Art 315 or permission of instructor.
473 Visual Arts Administration (3). This course on professional arts
administration includes assignments in: copyright laws, database management,
ethics issues, evaluation design, gallery museum management, grant writing
and budgeting, public relations, resume design, tax laws, and website design
and management. Students are required to learn relevant computer programs.
This course is also open to music and theatre majors. Prerequisite: permission
of instructor. Offered: Winter.
480 Art Since 1945 (3). An inquiry into the range and purpose of the visual
arts since 1945. Taught in a seminar format. Prerequisite: Permission of
Department Advisor or instructor of the course. Annually.*
482 Scope & Methods of Art History (3). A history of the discipline,
bibliography, procedures and methods, sources, and cataloging of illustrative
materials, and similar topics essential to majors in art history. Prerequisites:
Senior standing and permission of instructor. Every Winter.
485 Technical Colloquium (3). An advanced study of technical matters
pertinent to the production and study of art. Demonstration projects required.
Prerequisite: Permission of department. Offered: Every Fall.
486 Special Topics in Art Education (2-4). With permission of the
department, an advanced student already certified to teach art may pursue
special studies in art education on a seminar or tutorial basis. Every semester.
495 Technical Studies in Art (2-4). With the permission of the department, an
advanced student may pursue a technical investigation on a seminar or
individual basis. Every semester.
497A Special Studies in Medieval/Renaissance Art (1-6). With the
permission of the department, an advanced student may pursue a selected
subject on a seminar or tutorial basis. Acceptable for graduate credit with
approval. Every semester.
497B Special Studies in Baroque/Rococo Art (1-6). With the permission of
the department, an advanced student may pursue a selected subject on a
seminar or tutorial basis. Acceptable for graduate credit with approval. Every
semester.
497C Special Studies in 19th- and 20th-Century Art (1-6). With the
permission of the department, an advanced student may pursue a selected
subject on a seminar or tutorial basis. Acceptable for graduate credit with
approval. Every semester.
497D Special Studies in American Art and Architecture (1-6). With the
permission of the department, an advanced student may pursue a selected
subject on a seminar or individual basis. Acceptable for graduate credit with
approval. Every semester.
497E Special Studies in Art Museum (1-6). Selections from the permanent
collections and loan exhibitions in the Nelson-Atkins Museum are studied with
attention to historical, aesthetic and technical considerations. Prerequisites:
Junior standing and at least nine hours of art history. Every semester.
497F Special Topics In Asian Art (1-6). With the permission of the
department, an advanced student may pursue a selected subject on a seminar or
individual basis. Acceptable for graduate credit with approval. Prerequisite:
Art 319 or permission of instructor. Offered: Every semester.
497H Sp St in the Art of African, Oceanic, and New World Cultures (1-6).
With permission of the department, an advanced student many pursue a
selected subject on a seminar or tutorial basis. Acceptable for graduate credit
with approval. Every semester.
497I Special Studies in Ancient Art (1-6). An advanced student may pursue a
selected subject on seminar or tutorial basis. Acceptable for graduate credit
with approval. Prerequisite: Permission of Department. Every semester.
498A Special Problems in Drawing (1-6). With permission of the
department, an advanced student may pursue selected projects on a group or
individual basis. Acceptable for graduate credit with approval. Every semester.
498B Special Problems in Painting (1-6). With permission of the department,
an advanced student may pursue a selected subject in oil, acrylic, or watercolor
painting on a group or individual basis. Acceptable for graduate credit with
approval. May be repeated for credit. Every Semester.
498E Special Problems in Graphic Design (1-6). With permission of the
department, an advanced student may pursue selected projects on a group or
individual basis. Acceptable for graduate credit with approval. Every semester.
498F Special Problems in Casting (1-6).
498G Special Problems in Construction (1-6). With permission of the
department, an advanced student may pursue selected projects on a group or
individual basis. Acceptable for graduate credit with approval. On demand.
498I Advanced Problems in Lithography (1-6). With permission of the
department, an advanced student may pursue selected projects on a group or
individual basis. Acceptable for graduate credit with approval. Every semester.
498J Advanced Problems in Intaglio (1-6). With permission of the
department, an advanced student may pursue selected projects on a group or
individual basis. Acceptable for graduate credit with approval. Every semester.
498L Special Problems in Photography (1-6). With permission of the
department, an advanced student may pursue selected projects on a group or
individual basis. Acceptable for graduate credit with approval. Every semester.
498M Special Problems in Electronic/Media (1-6). With permission of the
Department, an advanced student may pursue selected projects in electronic
media on a group or individual basis. Acceptable for graduate credit with
approval. Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor. Semester Offered: Every.
498O Special Problems in Graphic Design Internship (1-6). Advanced
students are accepted into the production studios of participating graphic
design companies in the metropolitan region as a training experience.
Prerequisite: Permission of the department. Offered: WS96
499WI Senior Seminar (3). Capstone course for studio majors in all media.
Meets once a week, three hours. Course covers contemporary issues in the arts,
and critical theory. Seminar discussions are based on readings, guest speakers,
visiting artists, and students’ research. Intention of course is to prepare
students for final year in program and provide continuation and solidification
of theoretical and practical ideas. Two papers, class presentation, and class
participation are required. This course will be writing intensive. Prerequisite:
Junior standing in studio. Offered: Winter Semester Annually.
501 Scope and Methods of Art History (3). A history of the discipline,
bibliography, procedures and methods, and similar topics essential to
graduate-level work in art history. Every winter.
505 Graduate Technical Colloquium (3). An advanced study of technical
matters pertinent to the production and study of art. Demonstration projects are
required. Prerequisite: Permission of the department. Every fall.
506 Graduate Photography (3-6). Photography on the graduate level with
individual selection of media and technique. Permission of the department is
required. May be repeated up to a total of 15 hours.
510 Graduate Painting (3-6). Painting on the graduate level with individual
selection of medium and technique. Permission of the department is required.
May be repeated up to a total of 15 hours.
513 Graduate Graphic Design (3-6). Graphic design on the graduate level
with individual selection of medium and technique. Permission of the
department is required. May be repeated up to a total of 15 hours.
515 Graduate Drawing (3-6). Drawing on the graduate level with individual
selection of media and technique. Student may pursue selected projects on a
group or individual basis. May be repeated up to a total of 15 hours.
520 Graduate Printmaking (3-6). Printmaking on the graduate level with
individual selection of medium and technique. Permission of the department is
required. May be repeated up to a total of 15 hours.
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530 Graduate Sculpture (3-6). Sculpture on the graduate level with
individual selection of medium and technique. Permission of the department is
required. May be repeated up to a total of 15 hours.
540 Graduate Electronic Media (3-6). Electronic media on the graduate level
with individual selection of subject and technique. Permission of the
department is required. May be repeated up to a total of 15 hours.
550 Graduate Performance Art (3-6). Performance art on the graduate level
with individual selection of medium and technique. Permission of the
department is required. May be repeated up to a total of 15 hours.
565 Seminar in American Art (3). Graduate-level seminar dealing with an
announced area in American art. May be repeated once, provided there is a
change in the area of concentration. Permission of the department is required.
566 Seminar in 19th-Century Art (3). Graduate-level seminar dealing with
an announced area in 19th-century art. May be repeated once, provided there is
a change in the area of concentration. Permission of the department is required.
567 Seminar in 20th-Century Art (3). Graduate-level seminar dealing with
an announced area in 20th-century art. May be repeated once, provided there is
a change in the area of concentration. Permission of the department is required.
570 Seminar in Renaissance Art (3). Graduate-level seminar dealing with an
announced area in Renaissance art. May be repeated once, provided there is a
change in the area of concentration. Permission of the department is required.
571 Seminar in Art of Africa, Oceania and New World Cultures (3).
Seminar in art of Africa, Oceania and new world cultures. May be repeated
once, provided there is a change in the area of concentration. Permission of the
department is required.
572 Seminar in Asian Art (3). Seminar dealing with an announced area in
Asian Art. May be repeated once, provided there is a change in the area of
concentration. Permission of the department is required.
573 Visual Arts Administration (3). This course on professional arts
administration includes assignments in: copyright laws, database management,
ethics issues, evaluation design, gallery museum management, grant writing
and budgeting, public relations, resume design, tax laws, and website design
and management. Students are required to learn relevant computer programs.
This course is also open to music and theatre majors. Research requirements
for graduate credit are more comprehensive and professional.
575 Seminar in Baroque Art (3). Graduate-level seminar dealing with an
announced area in Baroque art. May be repeated once, provided there is a
change in the area of concentration. Permission of the department is required.
590 Directed Studies in Art History (2-4). Individually directed studies or
research in selected topics or problems in art history. Permission of the
department is required. May be repeated up to a total of six hours applicable to
a degree program.
591 Directed Technical Studies (2-4). Individually directed studies or
research in selected projects of a technical nature in studio art. Permission of
the department is required. May be repeated up to a total of six hours
applicable to a degree program.
599 Research and Thesis (1-9). Production and/or writing of thesis. Usually
taken in the last term of candidacy. Permission of the department is required.
899 Required Graduate Enrollment (1).
H110 Introduction to Visual Arts - Honors (3).
Art History Courses
300CJ Cluster Course: Aestheticism in the Arts (3). This cluster course will
deal with aesthetic problems in the arts illustrated with specific examples in
music, literature and the visual arts. Winter.
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Department of Chemistry
Department of Chemistry
205 Spencer Chemistry Building
(816) 235-2273
Fax: (816) 235-5502
chemistry@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/chem
Department Chair:
Y. C. Jerry Jean
Professors Emeriti:
Kuang L. Cheng, John W. Connolly, Wesley Dale, Henry
A. Droll, Eckhard W. Hellmuth, Peter F. Lott, Layton L.
McCoy, Frank Millich
Professors:
Jerry R. Dias, James R. Durig (Dean, College of Arts and
Sciences), Yan Ching Jerry Jean (Chair), Kenneth S.
Schmitz, Timothy F. Thomas, Charles J. Wurrey
(Associate Dean and principal undergraduate adviser,
College of Arts and Sciences)
Associate Professors:
Peter Groner (Director of Laboratories), Andrew J.
Holder, Thomas C. Sandreczki (principal graduate
adviser)
Assistant Professors:
Kathleen V. Kilway, Zhonghua Peng, Zhe Wu
Department Description
The Department of Chemistry offers programs of study leading
to the bachelor of arts (B.A.), bachelor of science (B.S.) and
master of science (M.S.) degrees, and participates in UMKC’s
interdisciplinary Ph.D. program. To the extent that each
program is flexible (see degree requirements), it is possible to
specialize at the graduate level in the areas of analytical,
inorganic, organic, physical or polymer chemistry.
Undergraduate Programs
Career Implication of the Bachelor’s Degree
The bachelor of science degree is based on guidelines
established by the American Chemical Society and is designed
for those who want to work in the field of chemistry. Many of
those receiving the bachelor of science degree will go on to
graduate work and advanced degrees. Others will go directly to
a job requiring chemical knowledge, possibly as laboratory
workers. In contrast, the bachelor of arts degree is more
flexible as a consequence of a smaller minimal requirement of
chemistry courses. At the minimal level, the bachelor of arts
program instructs the individual on what chemistry is about
and, by suitable choice of courses, prepares the individual with
a chemical background for work in other areas; for example,
technical librarian, medical technologist, business
administration, sales or advertising in the chemical industry
and many others. The majority of students pursuing the
bachelor of arts in chemistry do so in preparation for graduate
work in medicine, pharmacy etc. At levels appreciably above
the minimum, the individual may achieve a background in
chemistry equivalent to that for the bachelor of science degree
but involving a program tailored to the individual’s desires.
Admission Requirements
There are no special prerequisites, other than University of
Missouri admission requirements, for beginning either the
bachelor of arts or the bachelor of science program, but high
school chemistry and a good working knowledge of algebra
and arithmetic are desirable for those entering the bachelor of
science program. It should be noted that much of the bachelor
of science program and some of the possible bachelor of arts
programs are highly structured in the sense of the order in
which various chemistry courses must be taken. It is assumed
that transfer students and junior college students will have
begun the appropriate course sequence in their initial schools.
Transfer students are required to consult a chemistry faculty
adviser before their registration at UMKC.
Advising
Those seeking either a bachelor of science or a bachelor of arts
degree should see the Chemistry Department principal
undergraduate adviser or the department chair at the earliest
possible time.
Honors Program
Students with outstanding records of achievement may be
eligible to enroll in special honors courses. Such courses are
designated by the letter H preceding the course number, or
special arrangements can be made with instructors on regular
courses. Students enrolled in the special courses should consult
with their faculty adviser to arrange for optimal degree
planning.
Bachelor of Science: Chemistry
Degree Requirements
The Chemistry Department, which is approved by the
American Chemical Society, requires those students who
desire a bachelor of science degree with a major in chemistry
to follow a program that is acceptable to the Society. This
program includes: general chemistry (Chemistry 211, 211L,
212R and 212LR, or H214 and H214L); organic chemistry
(Chemistry 321, 321L, 322R); analytical chemistry (Chemistry
341, 442R); physical chemistry (Chemistry 431, 437WI
[writing intensive], 432); chemical literature (Chemistry 410);
inorganic chemistry (Chemistry 382*, 451R); either polymer
chemistry (Chemistry 471) or a biochemistry course (LS
Biochem) numbered 360 or higher; a minimum of three credit
hours of advanced work in either chemistry (courses numbered
400 or higher), mathematics (courses other than Math 250 that
have Math 220 as a prerequisite), biology (courses numbered
300 or higher), or physics (courses numbered 300 or higher);
Mathematics 250; one year of engineering physics; and a good
reading knowledge (one year) of German or Russian. The total
credit hours of laboratory time in the required courses and any
advanced elective laboratories must be at least 13. No more
than three hours of Chemistry 495 and/or Chemistry 499 may
be used in meeting the major course requirements; Chemistry
499 cannot be used to meet both an advanced laboratory
requirement and the three hours of advanced work. A
minimum of a 2.0 grade-point average must be earned in
chemistry courses. In order to meet the prerequisite
requirement, a grade of C or better or the consent of the
instructor is required in a course that is a prerequisite for
another course.
*There are two types of B.S. degrees in chemistry. An
ACS approved B.S. degree requires taking 2 credit hours of
Chemistry 382; the other type of B.S. degree does not require
Chemistry 382.
Suggested Plan of Study
Since plans of study are dependent upon the students’
backgrounds and preparation, each student admitted should
develop a plan of study in conjunction with an adviser in the
department. General chemistry, organic chemistry, calculus
and physics should be completed by the end of the second year.
Physical chemistry should be taken in the third year. Students
should note that although a fair amount of flexibility is
available for setting up a plan of study, the structured nature of
prerequisites and corequisites in chemistry, physics and
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mathematics necessitates very careful organization of any
program.
For students starting at UMKC as freshmen, the
department recommends the following plan of study to fulfill
requirements in the major for the bachelor of science degree in
chemistry:
Chemistry
Courses in
Courses
Other Disciplines
Freshman
CHEM 211 (4)
MATH 210 (4)
CHEM 211L (1)
GERMAN 110 (5) or
RUSSIAN 110 (5)
CHEM 212R (4)
MATH 220 (4)
CHEM 212LR (1)
GERMAN 120 (5) or
RUSSIAN 120 (5)
Sophomore CHEM 321 (3)
MATH 250 (4)
CHEM 321L (2)
PHYSCS 240 (5)
CHEM 322R (3)
PHYSCS 250 (5)
Junior
CHEM 341 (4)
4xx+ in CHEM (3)
CHEM 431 (3)
or
CHEM 432 (3)
3xx+ in BIOL,
CHEM 442R (3)
PHYSCS, or
CHEM 437WI (3)
MATH (3)
Senior
CHEM 382 (2) (for ACS approved degree)
or
CHEM 322L (2)
CHEM 410 (1)
CHEM 451R (3)
CHEM 471 (3)
or
LS BIOCHEM 360 (3)
Chemistry Lab credit (1)
Total Chemistry Credit Hours: 44
Bachelor of Arts: Chemistry
Degree Requirements
The minimum departmental requirements for this degree are:
1. The equivalent of one year of general chemistry
(Chemistry 211, 211L, 212R and 212LR, or Chemistry
H214 and H214L), plus any combination of 300-level
and/or 400-level chemistry courses (exceptions noted
below; see #4, #5, #6) to bring the total credit hours to 26.
Certain biochemistry courses (offered by the School of
Biological Sciences) may also be included in this total.
Please confer with the principal undergraduate adviser.
2. Physics 210, 220 and Math 120.
3. Chemistry 341WI (writing intensive).
4. No more than three hours total in Chemistry 395, 399,
495, 499 may be used in meeting the major course
requirements.
5. Chemistry 320 and 321 may not both be counted toward
the required number of credit hours. (Chemistry 321 +
322R and Chemistry 320 + 322R are both acceptable
combinations for meeting, in part, the bachelor of arts
departmental course requirements, although the 320 +
322R combination is not preferred. The combinations
Chem 320 + 321 and Chem 320 + 321 + 322R are not
acceptable.)
6. Similarly, either Chemistry 330 OR the combination
Chem 431 + 432 is acceptable, but the combination Chem
330 + 431 + 432 is not acceptable.
7. A minimum of a 2.0 grade-point average must be
obtained for all chemistry courses taken. A grade of C or
better, or the consent of the instructor is required in a
course that is a prerequisite for another course, in order to
meet the prerequisite requirement.
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Suggested Plan of Study
Because of the diversity of acceptable bachelor of arts
programs available, a plan of study is developed by the student
and the department undergraduate adviser. The student is
cautioned, however, that certain chemistry (and other) courses
must be taken in appropriate sequence. Hence, the student is
urged to consult a chemistry adviser early in planning a
program of study.
For students starting at UMKC as freshmen, the
department recommends the following plan of study to fulfill
degree requirements for the bachelor of arts degree in
chemistry:
B.A. Degree
B.A. Degree
Chemistry
Other Disciplines
CHEM 211 (4)
MATH 120 (5)
CHEM 211L (1)
PHYSCS 210 (4)
CHEM 212R (4)
PHYSCS 220 (4)
CHEM 212LR (1)
CHEM 320 (4)
CHEM 320L (1)
CHEM 341WI (4)
other CHEM (3)
other CHEM (3)
other CHEM (1)
Total Chemistry Credit Hours: 26
Minor in Chemistry
Students may elect to obtain a minor in chemistry in
conjunction with a major in another academic discipline. The
minimum departmental requirements are: 18 credit hours of
chemistry with at least nine of these hours from courses at the
300- or 400-level. In addition, the courses must be selected
from more than one area of chemistry and a 2.0 grade-point
average must be obtained for all chemistry courses applied to
minor.
Graduate Study in Chemistry
The Chemistry Department offers programs leading to the
master of science degree, with emphasis in analytical,
inorganic, organic, physical or polymer chemistry.
Ph.D. programs at UMKC are interdisciplinary. Students
desiring to study at the doctoral level in the discipline of
chemistry must apply to the School of Graduate Studies.
Detailed information on the general and discipline-specific
admission requirements for the doctoral degree may be found
in the School of Graduate Studies section of this catalog.
Students pursuing interdisciplinary Ph.D. study who have
selected chemistry as one of their disciplines should consult
the School of Graduate Studies section of this catalog for
degree requirements and other academic regulations applicable
to their degree programs.
General Nature of the Graduate Program
Both the master of science degree and interdisciplinary doctor
of philosophy study with chemistry as the coordinating
discipline have the basic aim of training students to work
independently in the chemical area. Both programs train the
student with a broad but flexible base of coursework for future
building and self-teaching, but the doctor of philosophy study
places much greater emphasis on original research.
There are two programs or tracks that lead to the M.S. in
chemistry, the research track and the non-thesis track. The
interdisciplinary Ph.D. with chemistry as the coordinating unit
is a research track. (For further information on the
interdisciplinary Ph.D. program, see the chemistry subsection
of the School of Graduate Studies section.)
Department of Chemistry
Master of Science Program
Requirements for Admission
Students are expected to have the equivalent of an American
Chemical Society-certified bachelor’s degree in chemistry.
This would indicate that the applicant has had the equivalent
of:
• General chemistry and quantitative analysis
• One year of organic chemistry
• One year of physical chemistry with prerequisites of a
year each of physics and calculus
• The number of recommended course credits plus the
recommended distribution of advanced courses.
Students should take particular note of the physical chemistry
requirement.
An applicant who has not had each of the required courses
listed above will be considered as having a deficiency in that
course. An applicant may be admitted as a graduate student
with a limited number of deficiencies but ordinarily will not be
so admitted unless all deficiencies can be removed during the
first three semesters of graduate study. Under no circumstances
will a student receive graduate credit for undergraduate courses
(courses numbered 100 to 499, inclusive) taken to remove
deficiencies.
Applicants, from foreign countries, who have an official
language other than English must present scores of at least 550
on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) in
order to be considered for admission.
Supervisory Committee
Upon admission to graduate study in chemistry, students will
be advised by the department’s principal graduate adviser,
acting on behalf of the chemistry graduate program committee.
Based on the committee’s evaluation of the students’
transcripts and placement exam scores, the principal graduate
adviser will inform students of any deficiencies and how they
may be removed. The principal graduate adviser also will
advise students on the selection of an area course curriculum.
The chemistry graduate program committee meets at the
conclusion of each term to evaluate students’ progress. At
about the time students complete the area course curriculum
requirements, usually near the end of the second semester of
graduate study, the principal graduate adviser, on behalf of the
graduate program committee, shall advise students whether
they may continue studies toward their graduate degree. In the
case of unsatisfactory performance, they must terminate
studies in the degree program.
Research Adviser
Full-time students must select a research adviser from the
graduate faculty of the Department of Chemistry and an
advisory committee by the end of their first regular (i.e., fall or
winter) semester on campus.
Part-time students must select a research adviser from the
graduate faculty of the Department of Chemistry and an
advisory committee by the end of their third year after
enrollment in their first course as a graduate student at UMKC.
Since all coursework taken must be approved by the student’s
M.S. committee, students are encouraged to select both their
adviser and committee members as early as possible.
Research M.S. Program
Time Constraints
Any student not meeting the interpretation of a full-time
student as defined in the current UMKC catalog is classified as
part time.
All full-time research M.S. students are required to
complete all requirements for their degree within four years. In
compelling circumstances and on the written recommendation
of a majority of the student’s supervisory committee, a single
extension for up to one year may be requested for approval by
the chair of the Department of Chemistry. An M.S. student
may receive financial support (in the form of fellowships
and/or teaching assistantships) from the Department of
Chemistry for a maximum of two and one-half years.
Part-time research M.S. students are required to complete
all requirements for their degree within seven years. Part-time
students are not eligible for financial support (in the form of
fellowships and/or teaching assistantships) from the
Department of Chemistry.
Placement Examinations
All incoming students are required to take placement
examinations in the classical areas of analytical chemistry,
inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry and physical chemistry.
Placement exams are typically administered the week
preceding the first week of classes of the fall and winter
semesters. Students scoring below the 50th percentile in
organic and/or physical chemistry are required to enroll in the
appropriate “systematic” level course(s). That is, a student
scoring below the 50th percentile in the organic test is required
to enroll in Chem 520R (and is not permitted to enroll in other
graduate organic chemistry courses until Chem 520R is
successfully completed), and a student scoring below the 50th
percentile in physical chemistry is required to enroll in Chem
530 (and is not permitted to enroll in other graduate physical
chemistry courses until Chem 530 is successfully completed).
Two grades of “C+” (2.3 out of 4.0) or lower, or one grade
of less than “C-” (1.7 out of 4.0) in any chemistry coursework
designated as systematic (Chem 520R, 530) will result in
termination from the degree program. These systematic
graduate courses may not be counted toward the student’s M.S.
coursework requirements listed below. Full-time students are
required to complete all additional coursework required as a
result of placement exam scores by the end of their first full
year. Part-time students are required to complete all additional
coursework required as a result of placement exam scores by
the end of their second year.
Coursework
The emphasis of this program is on research. It is expected that
all full-time M.S. students should be able to complete the
formal coursework requirement no later than the end of their
second year. A minimum of 31 credit hours of coursework
(including Research and Thesis) is required.
All research M.S. students are required to complete Chem
541R (3 credit hours); three (3) credit hours from one of Chem
531, Chem 532, Chem 533, Chem 534, or Chem 535; and six
(6) credit hours from two of the courses Chem 521R, Chem
522, Chem 551R and Chem 571R. Note that Chem 521R and
Chem 522 cannot both be used to satisfy this last requirement.
Two additional graduate-level courses for a minimum of six (6)
credit hours are also required, along with a seminar
presentation ( Chem 611, see below). The courses selected
must be approved by the student’s M.S. thesis committee.
Students who receive a grade of “C+” (2.3) or less in more
than two courses applicable to the M.S. program or who have a
grade-point average less than 3.0 on courses applicable (not
including Chem 590, Chem 599, or any undergraduate courses)
toward the M.S. degree after completing 18 or more credit
hours of such courses, will be terminated from the degree
program.
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In addition to the formal coursework requirements, a
minimum of 6 credit hours of Research and Thesis (Chem 599)
are required. Also, up to 6 credit hours of Directed Studies
(Chem 590) may be applied toward the degree requirements.
Additional coursework may be substituted for part or all of
Chem 590 upon approval of the student’s M.S. committee.
“Research and Thesis” work must be done under the direction
of the student’s research adviser.
Students who have received a grade of “B-” (2.7) or better
in graduate coursework taken as part of a degree program at
another institution may transfer up to six credit hours of this
work upon approval of a majority of the student’s committee.
A written request for this approval must be submitted within
one year of full admission to the M.S. program.
Seminars
Students are required to present a one-hour seminar based on
their thesis research project. This seminar will include an
exhaustive review of the literature pertinent to their project and
a description of the objectives, the proposed methodology, and
the significance of this research. Students must register for
Chem 611 and present this seminar during the semester
following selection of their research adviser and committee.
All full-time research M.S. students are required to attend
all regularly scheduled and special departmental seminars and
colloquia. The Chemistry Department chair (or designated
appointee) will monitor student attendance at seminars and
assess appropriate penalties for noncompliance. Part-time
students are also required to attend these seminars, but may
petition the Chemistry Department chair to waive this
requirement each semester.
Thesis Defense
The candidate’s thesis must be prepared following all
guidelines required by the UMKC School of Graduate Studies.
These regulations state that all supervisory committee
members must receive a “final” draft of the thesis at least two
weeks before submission of the thesis to the dean of Graduate
Faculties and Research for certification of form and content.
Candidates should submit preliminary drafts of their thesis to
their committee well in advance of this deadline to allow any
irregularities to be corrected before submission of the “final”
copy. After the thesis is certified for acceptance by the dean of
Graduate Faculties and Research, the student must present an
oral defense of his or her research in the form of a thesis
seminar. The candidate’s committee will make a final
determination of the acceptability of the thesis immediately
following this presentation. Only minor changes may be made
to the thesis at this point.
Non-thesis M.S. Program
Classification
Any student not meeting the interpretation of a full-time
student as defined in the current UMKC catalog is classified as
part time.
Placement Examinations
All incoming students are required to take placement
examinations in the classical areas of analytical chemistry,
inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry and physical chemistry.
Placement exams are typically administered the week
preceding the first week of classes of the fall and winter
semesters. Students scoring below the 50th percentile in
organic and/or physical chemistry are required to enroll in the
appropriate “systematic” level course(s). That is, a student
scoring below the 50th percentile in the organic test is required
to enroll in Chem 520R (and is not permitted to enroll in other
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graduate organic chemistry courses until Chem 520R is
successfully completed), and a student scoring below the 50th
percentile in physical chemistry is required to enroll in Chem
530 (and is not permitted to enroll in other graduate physical
chemistry courses until Chem 530 is successfully completed).
Two grades of “C+” (2.3 out of 4.0) or lower, or one grade
of less than “C-” (1.7 out of 4.0) in any chemistry coursework
designated as systematic (Chem 520R, 530) will result in
termination from the degree program. These systematic
graduate courses may not be counted toward the student’s M.S.
coursework requirements listed below. Full-time students are
required to complete all additional coursework required as a
result of placement exam scores by the end of their first full
year. Part-time students are required to complete all additional
coursework required as a result of placement exam scores by
the end of their second year.
Coursework
The emphasis of this program is on building the student’s
knowledge base in chemical sciences. Non-thesis M.S.
students are required to complete a minimum of 30 credit
hours of graduate-level coursework. Nine of these credit hours
must be from the courses Chem 541R, Chem 551R and Chem
571R; three credit hours from Chem 521R or Chem 522; and
three credit hours from one of Chem 531, Chem 532, Chem
533, Chem 534 or Chem 535. The remaining 15 credit hours
may be taken from any area approved by the chair of the
Department of Chemistry.
Students who receive a grade of “C+” (2.3) or less in more
than two courses applicable to the M.S. program, or who have a
grade-point average less than 3.0 on courses applicable toward
the M.S. degree after completing 18 or more credit hours of
such courses, will be terminated from the degree program.
Students who have received a grade of “B-” (2.7) or better
in graduate coursework taken as part of a degree program at
another institution may transfer up to six credit hours of this
work upon approval of the chair of the department of
chemistry. A written request for this approval must be
submitted within one year of full admission to the M.S.
program.
Seminar
Students are required to present a one-hour literature seminar
based on a topic of their choice approved by the department of
chemistry chair (or designated appointee). Students must
register for Chem 611 the semester of this presentation. This
seminar will include an exhaustive review of the pertinent
literature and a discussion of both present and future
implications of research in this area.
All full-time non-thesis M.S. students are required to
attend all regularly scheduled and special departmental
seminars and colloquia. The department of chemistry chair (or
designated appointee) will monitor student attendance at
seminars and assess appropriate penalties for noncompliance.
Part-time students are also required to attend these seminars,
but may petition the Department of Chemistry chair to waive
this requirement each semester.
Students in the non-thesis program who are employed full
time in chemically related work will be required to participate
fully in a seminar during one semester, including the
presentation of a general one-hour seminar, or to present two
general one-hour seminars in lieu of participating fully in
seminar during one semester.
Special Considerations
The non-thesis M.S. degree program is intended primarily for
students currently employed in a chemically related industry.
Department of Chemistry
Non-thesis M.S. students are required to complete all
requirements for their degree within seven years. Students
declaring a non-thesis M.S. path are not eligible for financial
support under either assistantships or fellowships from the
Department of Chemistry.
Requirements for Graduation
Master of Science Degree Requirements
The research adviser becomes chairman of the master’s
supervisory committee, which consists of at least two other
members of the graduate faculty in addition to the adviser. The
supervisory committee is responsible for approving the
student’s program of study and conducting the final thesis
examination for students in the thesis program. In addition,
students and advisers work together in planning an appropriate
laboratory research program. In the non-thesis program, they
arrange the organization of Chemistry 598, Research
Methodology Conference ( see Chemistry Courses).
Considering the importance of the adviser to their progress, it
is essential that students become familiar with the research
interests of the faculty through faculty presentations of
research or private consultations with individual faculty
members.
Students and the master’s degree supervisory committee
shall plan a program of study which, when met, will qualify
students for the master of science degree. This program of
study must be approved by the department chair and the
principal graduate adviser prior to the completion of 15 hours
of coursework applicable to the degree.
Minimum Requirements for Master of
Science Degree
In addition to the requirements listed here, graduate students
are subject to all general graduate requirements of the
University. See the School of Graduate Studies section of this
catalog for a complete listing.
Research Facilities
Major research facilities available to chemistry graduate
students include instrumentation for carrying out studies in:
Fourier Transform Infrared and Raman spectroscopy;
high-resolution mass spectrometry; nuclear and electron
magnetic resonance; ultraviolet, visible and infrared
spectroscopy; X-ray diffraction and fluorescence; laser light
scattering by solutions of biopolymers; positron annihilation
spectroscopy; and other standard chemical instrumentation and
apparati.
Computational facilities are available to researchers
through the University’s up-to-date cluster of high-end work
stations using Digital’s Alpha technology, which are also part
of nationwide networks. Many personal computers are located
in the Spencer Chemistry Building for teaching and research
purposes. Support facilities include an electronics shop and a
glass-blowing laboratory.
Emphasis Areas
Analytical
Research in analytical chemistry centers on gas
chromatography, mass spectroscopy, Fourier transform
infrared and Raman spectroscopy, and positron annihilation
spectroscopy techniques.
Inorganic
Studies in this area are concerned with synthetic and
mechanistic organometallic chemistry and correlation of
electronic structure calculations with experimental
measurements.
Organic
Research in this area is being conducted on the following
topics: synthesis and molecular architecture of bile acids and
benzenoid hydrocarbons; synthesis and reactions of organic
polymers and organometallic compounds; synthesis and
physical studies of novel host-guest systems; polymerization of
polyethers using organoruthenium complexes; design,
synthesis and evaluation of peptides containing specific
activities.
Physical
Physical chemists are engaged in: using infrared and Raman
spectroscopy to determine molecular conformations,
developing infrared spectroscopic techniques for the analysis
of environmental pollutants, using ab initio and semi-empirical
computational methods to predict chemical and physical
properties of interesting chemical species; characterization of
electronic and free-volume properties in materials; positron
and positronium chemistry; organic conductivity and
superconductivity; studying dynamic light scattering from
polyelectrolytes; obtaining photodissociation spectra of
atmospheric ions; and deriving thermodynamic properties of
ions from mass spectrometric appearance potentials.
Polymer
The polymer division is actively pursuing the synthesis and
characterization of novel organic and organometallic polymers.
It is studying electrical and photo conductivity, free volumes,
phase transitions, relaxation phenomena, diffusion of gases,
and molecular weight distributions.
Chemistry Courses
111 Physical Basis of Chemistry (4). An introductory course in the basic
principles applicable to chemistry for students who intend to take but are not
adequately prepared to take Chemistry 211. The emphasis is on quantitative
relationships and problem solving. Corequisite: Math 110 or equivalent. Fall.
115 Elements of Chemistry I (4). A one-term course in general chemistry
with special emphasis on organic chemistry and biochemistry. A terminal
course that does not meet requirements as a prerequisite for any higher level
chemistry course. Corequisite: Chemistry 115L. Three hours of lecture each
week, one hour of discussion each week. Fall, Winter.
115L Elements of Chemistry, Laboratory I (1). A one-term course in
general chemistry with special emphasis on organic chemistry and
biochemistry. A terminal course that does not meet requirements as a
prerequisite for any higher level chemistry course. Corequisite: Chemistry
115. One three hour laboratory period each week. Fall, Winter.
160 Chemistry, Society, and the Environment (3). This course is intended to
offer a survey of chemical and scientific concepts surrounding current issues.
The emphasis will be on the application of fundamental chemical knowledge
to allow a full understanding of these issues in the context of currently known
facts and theories. Through classroom discussion and application of the
scientific method, the ramifications of the issues will be examined. Topics will
include pollution, the importance of the chemical industry, its responsibilities
to society, and other items of current scientific and environmental interest.
160L Laboratory for Chemistry, Society, and the Environment (1). This
course is offered in support of CHEM 160. It will consist of field activities,
experiments, and demonstrations to reinforce the concepts and ideas presented
in that course.
210R Chemistry for Engineering Students (4). A one-semester introductory
chemistry course which consists of quantitative and descriptive material.
Topics included are atomic structure, periodic table, chemical bonding,
stoichiometry, gas laws, chemistry of the elements, chemistry of solutions,
chemical equilibrium, acid and bases, and redox chemistry. Three lecture
sessions and one discussion per week. Prerequisite: Math 120. Corequisite:
Chemistry 210RL.
210RL Experimental Chemistry for Engineering Students (1). Laboratory
study of the properties of matter and of the chemical reactions of some of the
elements and their compounds. This course must be taken concurrently with
Chemistry 210R. One three-hour session per week.
211 General Chemistry I (4). Stoichiometry, atomic structure, states of
matter, thermodynamics, equilibrium, and kinetics. Prerequisite or corequisite:
Math 120. Corequisite: Chemistry 211L. Three hours lecture and one hour
discussion each week. Each term.
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211L Experimental General Chemistry I (1). Introduction to the laboratory
techniques used in studying the chemical properties of substances. Some
quantitative techniques are included. Prerequisite: Chemistry 211. Three hours
per week. Each term.
212LR Experimental General Chemistry II (1). Introduction to analysis and
synthesis. Descriptive chemistry of the more common elements. Chemistry
212LR must be taken concurrently with Chemistry 212R. Three hours per
week. Each term.
212R General Chemistry II (4). Chemical equilibrium, directed valence,
inorganic, organic, polymer, and radiochemistry. Prerequisite: Chemistry 211
or equivalent. Prerequisite or Corequisite: MATH 120 or equivalent and
Chemistry 212LR. Introductory course to all advanced work in chemistry.
Three hours lecture and one discussion each week. Each term.
311 Laboratory Safety and Health I (1). An introduction to laboratory safety
and health. Topics to be discussed include good laboratory practice; laboratory
hazards; safe chemical handling, storage and disposal; first aid; protective
equipment; and federal regulations. Prerequisite: Chemistry 320 or 321, or
equivalent. Fall.
312R Laboratory Safety and Health II (1). A continuation of Chemistry
311, in which a more detailed coverage of selected topics in laboratory safety
and health will be researched and presented. Prerequisite: Chemistry 311.
320 Elementary Organic Chemistry (4). A one-semester course covering
both aliphatic and aromatic fields designed to satisfy requirements for dental
schools, medical technology programs, six-year medical programs, pharmacy
schools, biology majors. Prerequisite: Chemistry 212R or Chemistry H214.
Corequisite: Chemistry 320L. Four hours lecture each term. Offered: Each
term.
320L Experimental Organic Chemistry (1). Elementary organic chemistry
experiments to teach basic laboratory operations. Prerequisite: Chemistry 212
or Chemistry H214. Corequisite: Chemistry 320. Three hours of laboratory a
week. Offered: Each term.
321 Organic Chemistry I (3). The two terms (Chemistry 321, 322R)
constitute an integrated unit in which the chemistry of aliphatic, aromatic, and
some heterocyclic compounds are studied. The study begins with simple
monofunctional compounds and ends with polyfunctional natural products.
Prerequisite: Chemistry 212R or H214. Each term.
321L Organic Chemistry Laboratory I (2). Chemistry 321L introduces the
student to basic techniques, procedures, and chemical reactions used in the
organic chemical laboratory. Corequisite: Chemistry 322R. Each term.
322L Organic Chemistry Laboratory II (2). Continuation of Chemistry
321L. Chemistry 322L guides the student into somewhat more advanced
operations; some qualitative organic analysis is also included. Prerequisite:
Chemistry 321L.
322R Organic Chemistry II (3). Continuation of Chemistry 321. Corequisite:
Chemistry 321L. Each term.
330 Elementary Physical Chemistry (3). An introductory course in the
principles of physical chemistry for students who have not had calculus.
Prerequisites: Chemistry 320, 322R or H322R, college physics, and a good
background in algebra and trigonometry. Three lecture hours a week. Fall.
341 Analytical Chemistry I: Quantitative Analysis (4). Principles of
gravimetric, volumetric, electrolytic, and other methods of analysis.
Prerequisites: Chemistry 212R or Chemistry H214, and Math 120. Two
lectures and six laboratory hours a week. Offered: Every Fall; Winter term in
odd years.
341WI Analytical Chemistry I: Quantitative Analysis (4). Principles of
gravimetric, volumetric, electrolytic, and other methods of analysis. Satisfies
writing intensive requirement for the B.A. or B.S. degree. Prerequisites: Chem
212R or Chem H214, Math 120. Offered: Every Fall; Winter term in odd years.
345R Instrumental Analysis (3). An introductory course on the use of
instruments for chemical analysis with particular reference to applications of
interest to medical technologists and other students in the sciences. Emphasis
will be placed on optical, electrochemical and separation methods.
Prerequisites: Chemistry 320, 341, or their equivalents. (Does not meet
requirements for an A.C.S. certified degree). Two lectures and three laboratory
hours each week.
367 Bioorganic Chemistry (3). An examination into the current topics at the
interface between chemistry and biology. Emphasis will be on the current
literature and will include such topics as nucleic acid chemistry, protein
chemistry, and carbohydrate chemistry.
378 Introduction to Macromolecules (2-3). Properties and laboratory
characterization of macromolecules. Introduction to modern laboratory
methods for investigation of synthetic and biopolymers in solution and the
solid state. This course does not fulfill requirements for the B.S. in chemistry.
Corequisite or prerequisites: Chemistry 320 or 322R or 341 or equivalents.
One lecture hour and six laboratory hours. (Can be taken for two credit hours
with reduced contact hours by special arrangement).
382 Inorganic and Organic Synthesis (2). A number of inorganic, organic,
and organometallic compounds will be prepared using a variety of synthetic
techniques. Prerequisite or corequisite: CHEM 322R. Offered: Winter.
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387 Environmental Chemistry I (3). A survey of how chemical principles
can be applied to the environment. Included will be topics in aquatic
chemistry, atmospheric chemistry and chemistry of the geosphere and soil.
Prerequisites: CHEM 320 OR CHEM 322. Offered: Winter Semester.
388 Environmental Chemistry II (3). Discussion of selected topics in
advanced environmental chemistry, such as environmental toxicology,
environmental risk, the chemistry of hazardous wastes and their treatment, and
environmental analytical chemistry. Prerequisite: CHEM 387.
390 Special Topics in Chemistry (1-3). This course will focus on an area of
chemistry of contemporary significance. The amount of credit is to be
determined by arrangement with the department. May be repeated for credit
when the topic varies but no more than three hours of credit may be applied to
major course requirements. Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and either
Chemistry 320, 322R or H322R. On demand.
395 Directed Readings in Chemistry (1-3). Intensive readings in areas of
joint interest to the enrolled student and the cooperating faculty member.
Readings may not duplicate or substitute for current course offerings.
Prerequisites: Chemistry 212R or H214 and permission of the cooperating
faculty member. By arrangement.
399 Introduction to Research (1-3). Special problems to introduce
undergraduate chemistry majors to research methods. A comprehensive
written report is required and a copy of the report is to be retained in the
chemistry office. May be taken only after consultation with a member of the
chemistry staff. Prerequisite: CHEM 212R or CHEM H214. Semester offered:
Every semester
410 Chemical Literature (1). A systematic introduction to the efficient use of
the chemical literature. Topics will include both classical search methods and
computer search methods. Prerequisite: Chemistry 320, 322R or H322R. Fall.
431 Physical Chemistry I (3). Principles of physical chemistry, including
thermodynamics, and an introduction to statistical thermodynamics, quantum
chemistry, chemical dynamics, molecular spectroscopy and structure.
Prerequisites: Physics 220 or preferably Physics 250. Prerequisite or
corequisite: Math 250. Fall.
432 Physical Chemistry II (3). Continuation of Chemistry 431. Prerequisite:
Chemistry 431. Winter.
434 Molecular Spectroscopy (3). A theoretical introduction to molecular
spectroscopy and its relation to structure. Electronic, vibrational and rotational
spectra of chemical systems will be discussed. Prerequisite: Chemistry 432 or
consent of instructor. Offered: Fall term.
437 Experimental Physical Chemistry I (3). Experimental methods in
physical chemistry. One hour of lecture and six hours of laboratory each week.
Prerequisite or corequisite: Chemistry 431. Offered: Winter term.
437WI Experimental Physical Chemistry I (3). Experimental methods in
physical chemistry. One hour lecture and six hours laboratory each week.
Satisfies writing intensive requirements for the B.A. or B.S. degree.
Prerequisites: Chem 431. Offered: Winter Semester.
438 Experimental Physical Chemistry II (3). Experimental methods in
physical chemistry. One hour of lecture and six hours of laboratory each week.
Prerequisite: Chemistry 437.
442R Analytical Chemistry II: Instrumental Analysis (3). A continuation
of Chemistry 341. The experimental and theoretical aspects of optical and
electrochemical, chromatographic and other physicochemical methods of
analysis. Prerequisite: Chemistry 341. Prerequisite or corequisite: Chemistry
432. Two lectures and four hours laboratory a week. Winter.
445 Introduction to Principles of Forensic Investigation (2). A survey of the
physicochemical forensic techniques employed in the detection, examination,
processing, preservation and court presentation of evidence. Prerequisite:
Chemistry 442. On demand.
451R Inorganic Chemistry (3). Modern concepts and theories of inorganic
chemistry. Prerequisite or corequisite: Chemistry 432. Three lecture hours
each week. Winter.
471 Introduction to Polymer Chemistry (3). Survey of organic and inorganic
monomers and polymers; the occurrence, synthesis, structures and properties
of natural and synthetic polymers; discussion of general properties of plastics,
elastomers, fibers, resins, and plasticizers. Prerequisite: Chemistry 432 or
approval of instructor. Three lecture hours a week. Fall.
478 Characterization of Macromolecules (3). Theory and laboratory
characterization of macromolecules. Study and use of modern laboratory
methods for separation and elucidation of structure, size, shape and
homogeneity of synthetic and biopolymers in solution, and/or thermal,
electrical, mechanical and spectral properties in the solid state. Prerequisite:
Chemistry 431. One lecture and six laboratory hours.
480 Computer Applications to Chemical Problems (3). An intense course in
Fortran programming and its uses in chemical problems related to theory and
experimentation. Emphasis will be placed on the mathematical structures of
chemical problems and the coding of those problems into Fortran. No previous
programming experience is required. Prerequisites: Chemistry 320 or
Chemistry 322R.
Department of Chemistry
490 Special Topics in Chemistry (1-3). This course will focus on an area of
chemistry of contemporary significance. The amount of credit is to be
determined by arrangement with the department. May be repeated for credit
when the topic varies but no more than three hours of credit may be applied to
major course requirements. Prerequisites: Consent of instructor. Prerequisite
or corequisite. Chemistry 431. On demand.
495 Directed Readings in Chemistry (1-3). Intensive readings in areas of
joint interest to the enrolled student and the cooperating faculty member.
Readings may not duplicate or substitute for current course offerings.
Prerequisites: Chemistry 432 and permission of the cooperating faculty
member. By arrangement.
499 Senior Research (1-9). The student is given an original research problem
and will be held responsible for all previous experience in working toward its
solution. A well-written, comprehensive, and well- documented research is
required, and a copy of the report is to be retained in the chemistry department.
Prerequisites: CHEM 432 and consent of a member of the Chemistry staff.
Credit arranged. Semester offered: Every semester
511 Laboratory Safety and Health I (1). An introduction to laboratory safety
and health. Topics to be discussed include good laboratory practice; laboratory
hazards; safe chemical handling; storage and disposal; first aid; protective
equipment; and federal regulations.
512 Laboratory Safety and Health II (1). A continuation of Chemistry 511,
in which a more detailed coverage of selected topics in laboratory safety and
health will be researched and presented.
520R Survey of Organic Chemistry (3). An intensive advanced survey of the
structure, synthesis and reactions of organic compounds. Three hours lecture a
week.
521R Mechanisms of Organic Reactions (3). A comprehensive course in
which the mechanisms of organic reactions are discussed in light of modern
chemical principles. Prerequisites: Chemistry 322R and 432. Three hours
lecture a week.
522 Synthetic Organic Chemistry (3). A critical approach to the synthesis
and modification of organic molecules; newer methods will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: Chemistry 322R and 432. Three hours lecture a week.
529 Selected Topics in Organic Chemistry (3). Selected topics from the
chemistry and theories of organic structures with particular attention to recent
developments. Three hours lecture a week.
530 Systematic Physical Chemistry (3). An intensive and comprehensive
review of the principles of physical chemistry. Three hours lecture a week.
531 Classical Thermodynamics (3). A rigorous treatment of the laws of
thermodynamics and their application to ideal and non-ideal equilibrium
systems. Three hours lecture a week.
532 Chemical Kinetics (3). Empirical analysis of chemical reaction rates.
Theories of unimolecular and bimolecular reactions, reactions in solution and
complex reactions. Review of modern and classical techniques used to study
chemical kinetics. Three hours lecture a week.
533 Quantum Chemistry (3). Application of quantum mechanical methods to
the study of systems of chemical interest. Exact solutions and approximate
methods will be discussed. Three hours lecture per week.
534 Molecular Spectroscopy (3). A theoretical introduction to molecular
spectroscopy and its relation to structure. Electronic, vibrational and rotational
spectra of chemical systems will be discussed.
535 Statistical Thermodynamics (3). A rigorous treatment of the
fundamental concepts of statistical thermodynamics, with applications to
specific systems that reflect the interests of students participating in the course.
536 Photochemistry (3). A study of the fundamental photochemical and
photophysical processes which follow absorption of radiation by a molecule
and the techniques used to study these processes.
537 Radiochemistry (3-4). An introduction to theoretical radiochemistry
including such topics as radioactive decay, nuclear reactions, neutron
activation, isotope exchange reactions, hot atom chemistry, etc. Three hours
lecture and zero or three hours laboratory a week.
538 Selected Modern Experimental Methods Chemical Struc & Dynamics
(2-3). An introduction to experimental methods used to obtain information on
molecular structure and molecular dynamics. Designed to give experience with
selected research instrumentation in the Chemistry Department, including gas
chromatographs; UV-visible and IR spectrophotometers; NMR, ESR and mass
spectrometers and X-ray diffraction apparatus. One lecture hour and three to
six hours laboratory a week.
539 Selected Topics in Physical Chemistry (3). Selected topics and recent
developments in physical chemistry. Prerequisite: Chemistry 530 or consent of
instructor. Three hours lecture a week.
540R Systematic Analytical Chemistry (3). An intensive and comprehensive
review of the principles of analytical chemistry and instrumental analysis.
541R Advanced Analytical Chemistry (3). An intensive review of modern
concepts of analytical chemistry. Prerequisite: Chemistry 432. Three hours
lecture a week.
545 Forensic Chemistry I (4). The study of selected classical and modern
methods of chemical and physical analysis applied to the examination of
evidence left at the scene of a crime. Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory.
546R Forensic Chemistry II (4). The study of additional selected classical
and modern methods of chemical and physical analysis applied to the
examination of evidence left at the scene of a crime. Prerequisite or
corequisite: Chemistry 545.
549R Selected Topics in Analytical Chemistry (3). Selected topics and
recent developments in analytical chemistry, including modern instrumental
methods, electrochemical methods and separation methods. Topics vary from
year to year. Prerequisite: Chemistry 442 or Chemistry 541R.
551R Advanced Inorganic Chemistry I (3). A systematic treatment of
bonding, structure, reactions and reaction mechanisms of inorganic
compounds, with emphasis on classical transition metal compounds and
organometallic compounds. Prerequisite: Chemistry 451 or equivalent.
552R Coordination Chemistry (3). A study of the structures, dynamics and
properties of complex ions and metal chelates. Prerequisite: Chemistry 551R
or consent of instructor. Three hours lecture each week.
553R Organometallic Chemistry (3). A survey of the synthesis, structure and
reactions of organometallic compounds. Prerequisite: Chemistry 551R or
consent of instructor. Three lecture hours each week.
559 Selected Topics in Inorganic Chemistry (3). Various special topics in the
inorganic area to be offered in different semesters. Prerequisite: Chemistry
551R or consent of instructor. Three hours lecture a week.
571R Introduction to Polymer Chemistry (3). Survey of organic and
inorganic monomers and polymers; the occurrence, synthesis, structures and
properties of natural and synthetic polymers; discussion of general properties
of plastics, elastomers, fibers, resins and plasticizers. Prerequisite: Chemistry
432. Three lecture hours a week.
575 Physical Chemistry of Macromolecules (3). Rigorous treatment of the
physical chemistry of polymer characterization, and polymer structure,
configuration, size and shape in solutions and the solid state. Prerequisite:
Chemistry 432. Three lecture hours a week.
576 Free Radical Reactions (3). Theory and survey of reactivity and
structure, kinetics, thermodynamics, and stereochemistry of free radical
reactions; e.g., autoxidation, halogenation, thermal bond cleavage, vinyl
copolymerization, double bond addition, chain reactions, etc. Prerequisites:
Chemistry 322R and 432. Three lecture hours a week.
577 Laboratory Techniques of Polymer Chemistry I (3). Synthesis of
polymers and copolymers by catalyst and photoinitiation, involving bulk,
solution, emulsion and Ziegler hetero-catalysis polymerization processes.
Evaluation of some polymer properties. One lecture hour and six laboratory
hours a week.
578 Laboratory Techniques of Polymer Chemistry II (3). Theory and
laboratory characterization of macromolecules in solutions and solids;
viscometry, osmometry and scattering in solutions; structure, thermal and
viscoelastic properties of glassy and crystalline systems. Prerequisite or
Corequisite: Chemistry 432. One lecture hour and six laboratory hours a week.
579R Selected Topics in Polymer Chemistry (3). Selected topics and recent
developments in specialized fields of polymer chemistry. Presented at
intervals, topics vary from year to year.
580R Computer Applications to Chemical Problems (3). An intense course
in FORTRAN programming and its uses in chemical problems related to
theory and experimentation. Emphasis will be placed on the mathematical
structures of the chemical problems and the coding of these problems into
Fortran. No previous programming experience is required.
586 Modern Methods in Physical Characterization of Complex Fluid Syst
(3). A lecture course on modern techniques used to characterize the physical
properties of polymer solutions and colloidal suspensions encountered in the
areas of biochemistry, biophysics, and chemical physics.
587 Environmental Chemistry I (3). A survey of how chemical principles
can be applied to the environment. Included will be topics in aquatic
chemistry, atmospheric chemistry and chemistry of the geosphere and soil.
588 Environmental Chemistry II (3). Discussion of selected topics in
advanced environmental chemistry, such as environmental toxicology,
environmental risk, the chemistry of hazardous wastes and their treatment, and
environmental analytical chemistry.
590 Directed Studies (1-3). Intensive readings and/or research in an area
selected by the graduate student in consultation with the instructor.
598 Research Methodology Conference (3). Student will meet on an
individual basis with two faculty members who are involved in research. The
student’s adviser will coordinate this course.
599 Research and Thesis (1-9). Research for thesis.
611 Chemistry Seminar (1). Presentation and discussion of topics currently
appearing in United States and foreign literature. One hour each week.
699 Research and Dissertation (1-16). Research for dissertation.
899 Required Graduate Enrollment (1).
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H212LR Experimental General Chemistry II-Honors (1). An alternative
laboratory experience to Chemistry 212LR, for those students gifted in
laboratory skills and interested in working in a research lab setting. By
arrangement. Winter.
H214 Intensive General Chemistry - Honors (5). An accelerated course in
general chemistry. Topics to be covered include stoichiometry, atomic and
molecular structure, bonding, equilibrium, thermodynamics, descriptive
inorganic chemistry, organic and biochemistry. A strong background in high
school chemistry and mathematics is recommended. Admission by placement
exam. Four lecture hours and one discussion hour per week. Students taking
Chemistry H214 should also enroll in Chemistry H214L. Chemistry H214
fulfills the same requirements as Chemistry 211L and Chemistry 212R. Fall.
H214L Intensive General Chemistry Lab - Honors (2). A chemistry
laboratory course designed to correlate with Chemistry H214. Introduction to
and review of laboratory techniques used to study chemical properties of
matter. Quantitative, qualitative and synthetic procedures are emphasized.
Must be taken concurrently with Chemistry H214. Four hours per week. Fall.
H321 Organic Chemistry I - Honors (3). A more intense version of
Chemistry 321. See course description for Chemistry 321 for details.
Prerequisite: A grade of A in Chemistry H214 or in Chemistry 212R. Fall.
H321L Organic Chemistry Laboratory I - Honors (2). A more intense
version of Chemistry 321L. See course description for Chemistry 321L for
details. Offered: Winter term.
H322LR Organic Chemistry Laboratory II-Honors (2). A more intense
version of Chemistry 322L. See course description for Chemistry 322L.
Prerequisite: Chemistry 321L.
H322R Organic Chemistry II-Honors (3). A more intense version of
Chemistry 322R. See course description for Chemistry 322R. Prerequisite:
Chemistry H321. Winter.
H499 Senior Research - Honors (1-9). Course frequency subject to
enrollments, staffing and financial exigency.
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Department of Communication Studies
Department of Communication
Studies
202 Haag Hall
(816) 235-1337
Fax: (816) 235-5539
com-s@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/com-s
Department Chair:
Linda M. Collier
Professors Emeriti:
Robin M. League, Gaylord V. Marr
Professors:
Gregory D. Black, Joan E. Aitken, Michael R. Neer
Associate Professors:
Linda M. Collier (director of debate), Larry G. Ehrlich,
Gregory Gutenko, Carol Koehler, G. Thomas Poe, Robert
B. Unger
Assistant Professors:
Angela Elam, Judith K. McCormick, Peter Morello, Jason
Berger, Andrew B. Wells (Visiting Asst. Prof.)
Instructors
Linda Kurz (principal undergraduate adviser)
Department Description
The department offers courses leading to a bachelor of arts and
a master of arts in communication studies. The department’s
program reflects practical and theoretical aspects of human
communication behavior within the context of liberal arts and
sciences.
The bachelor of arts in communication studies offers three
formal areas of emphasis speech communication, media
studies, and urban journalism. The speech communication
track offers concentrated study in the areas of public address,
interpersonal communication and areas associated with human
communication behavior. The media studies track offers
concentrated study in select areas of mass mediated messages,
including radio, television and film. The urban journalism
emphasis area includes coursework in broadcast journalism,
new media and public relations/advertising.
The master of arts offers a program of study to facilitate
excellence in graduate study. The goal of the program is to
seek a select group of graduate scholars to work closely with
graduate faculty in a focused area of research.
In addition to the communication studies bachelor’s and
master’s programs, the UMKC debate program operates from
the Department of Communication Studies. It has ranked
nationally among the top 10 debate teams since 1989, along
with colleges such as Northwestern University and Emory
University. UMKC debate teams won the cross examination
national debate championship in 1994, 1995 and 1997, and
won the National Debate Tournament points championship in
1997. Students interested in joining the team may submit
applications to the director of debate.
Special Laboratories
The department has fully equipped production facilities,
including a state-of-the-art television studio, student radio labs,
and a digital imaging computer lab. A 1999 systems upgrade
added over a quarter of a million dollars of new technology to
these areas. Media production students have access to
non-linear computer-based digital film and video editing
(Avid), linear Digital Video editing (DV and DVCAM
formats), broadcast standard S-VHS and 3/4 SP tape editing, a
three-camera studio with jib arm, computer controlled lighting,
and broadcast standard digital special effects capabilities.
Camera production for 16mm film is also supported, along
with a growing digital imaging curriculum in PhotoShop,
desktop publishing, and web-based applications. These
facilities are housed in the media lab center in Haag Hall.
KCUR-FM is the 100,000-watt public radio station
licensed to the University of Missouri-Kansas City.
Programming includes offerings from National Public Radio
and Public Radio International. KCUR-FM also broadcasts
locally originated programming such as “The Fish Fry” and the
nationally syndicated literary program “New Letters on the
Air.” Internships are available to qualified students; they
should contact the department for more information.
Special Awards and Scholarships
The Alex and Josephine B. Coleman Scholarship is awarded
each year to an outstanding junior- or senior-level student. The
annual award recognizes meritorious undergraduate work in
communications and encourages program completion. The
Kansas City Area Broadcasters support a cash award granted
yearly to a qualifying student interested in radio broadcasting
as a career.
Career Implications
Communication students may find rewarding careers in the
multifaceted communication industry. The program is
excellent preparation for careers in business, industry, public
relations, advertising and law. Additionally, a bachelor’s
degree in communication studies offers excellent preparation
for entry-level positions in the radio and television industry,
audiovisual production, corporate and community broadcasting
or graduate study.
Further Educational Opportunities
The B.A. in communication studies is preparation for advanced
study in communication graduate programs. Communication
studies is also excellent preparation for study in law, business,
public administration and the associated performing arts.
Advising System
The department recommends that students check the current
program requirements in the department office before filing the
declaration of major form. Students may wish to consult the
principal undergraduate adviser with questions regarding the
program of study.
Financial Aid
Students with University work-study assignments are
welcomed as student assistants in various aspects of the
department’s activities.
Bachelor of Arts: Communication
Studies
Organizationally, the department provides an interdisciplinary
approach so students can satisfy their educational and
occupational needs across multiple firmly grounded degree
tracks. All degrees, regardless of any area of emphasis or
certificate, requires students to satisfactorily complete the
department’s core courses, Communication Studies 110,
308WI, 341 and 483.
The program of study for the bachelor of arts in
communication studies consists of 30 credit hours, 12 of which
are required of all undergraduate majors: ComS 110,
Fundamentals of Effective Speaking and Listening, ComS
308WI, Introduction to the Study of Human Communication,
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ComS 341, Rhetorical Theory and Criticism and ComS 483,
Seminar in Communication Studies.
The remaining course of study consists of six hours of
writing intensive classes and 12 hours of electives. Students
are advised to work closely with a departmental adviser in
designing the undergraduate program of study for their
emphasis area, i.e., speech communication, film and media
studies and urban journalism. Only two credit hours within the
30 hours for a major may be weekend courses.
By 2001, the department will offer three areas of
emphasis, speech communication, media studies and urban
journalism.
Speech Communication Students can select a general
speech communication emphasis, or narrow their focus
through a certificate program in personal and professional
communication, or rhetoric and public communication. The
program requires 12 hours in core courses and 18 hours in
speech communication or clearly relevant course work that is
approved by their faculty adviser and the department’s chief
adviser.
Requirements for Personal and Professional
Communication Certificate: 9 hours selected from ComS 343,
344, 377, 431, 444. Requirements for Rhetorical and Public
Communication Certificate: 9 hours selected from ComS 212,
322, 317, 341, 426, 428, 478, 482. Cognates: Within the
speech communication emphasis, students may create a 9-hour
cognate of an outside area that fits with their professional
goals. The cognate might be in speech education, business, or
another relevant area. Students interested in health
communication, for example, will select nine hours from Soc
316, 312, 335R, 440R, 410R, Psych 331, or other relevant
courses. Students interested in research methods, for example,
will select nine hours from Soc. 362, 363, Psych 316, or other
relevant courses.
Media Studies. The media studies emphasis within
communication studies will offer students an opportunity to
study the theories of modern communication media and the
media’s impact on society, as well as develop professional
skills in radio, television, video, and film production. An
emphasis in Media Studies requires ComS 220 in addition to
the required 12 hour core and 15 hours of appropriate electives
from the Communication Studies curriculum. Two
recommended sequences will be offered: a liberal arts
sequence and a production sequence.
For specific courses within each sequence please consult
the department office at 816 235-1337 or visit our web site at
www.umkc.edu/com-s for the most current information. All
students will be assigned an adviser selected from the full-time
faculty teaching in the area of media studies.
Urban Journalism. To receive the emphasis in urban
journalsim, students take Introduction to Journalism (ComS
203) and then follow one of the three sequences below:
Requirements for Broadcast Journalism: ComS 270, 311,
either 456 or 363 and 432. Requirements for New Media (for
specific courses within this sequence please consult the
departmental office) ComS 270, Introduction to New Media,
Non-Linear Editing I, Internet Reporting. Requirements for
Public Relations/Advertising: ComS 265, BA 324, ComS 446
or 448 and 458.
Note: A grade of D, either as a transfer or as a UMKC
grade, is not acceptable within the 30-hour requirement for a
major or within the 18-hour requirement for a minor in the
department.
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Prospective majors may bring copies of their transcripts
with the completed major declaration form (available in 202
Haag Hall) to the principal undergraduate adviser. Students are
notified of their acceptance in writing.
Minor in Communication Studies
A minor in communication studies may be earned by
completing three required courses (ComS 110, 308WI and
341) and another nine credit hours in any 300-400 level
courses within the department. Students may declare their
minor by meeting with the undergraduate adviser and filing a
completed declaration form (available in 202 Haag Hall) with a
current copy of their transcript.
Minor in Film Studies
An interdisciplinary minor may be earned in the study of the
film medium and the use of film and mass media for artistic,
cultural and social purposes. This interdisciplinary minor
comprises courses offered by the departments of
communication studies, English, philosophy, history and
sociology. (Not available to ComS majors.)
Required Courses: (12 Hours)
ComS 376
History of the American Film
Industry
3
ComS 384
Documentary Film
3
ComS 339
Film Theory & Criticism
3
ENGL 329
Film As Art
3
Electives: (any 6 hours)
ComS 320
Mass Media, Culture & Society
3
ComS 331WI Mass Media in America
3
ComS 400
Special Studies
1
ComS 402CD Silver Screen & American Dream
3
(also available as ENGL 300CD
or HIST 300CD)
ENGL 429
Screenwriting I
3
ComS 351WI Writing for the Media
3
PHIL 400CJ
Aesthetic Issues in the Arts
3
PHIL 424
Art, Aesthetics & Society
3
SOCIOL 442 The Arts & Society
3
Master of Arts: Communication
Studies
The Master of Arts in Communication Studies offers an
opportunity for concentrated study in media studies. The
intention of concentrated graduate work is to sophisticate each
student’s command of a subject area related to human
communication behavior. Limited coursework is also available
in areas related to interpersonal communication. The specific
opportunities for graduate work are restricted by the
curriculum and faculty available during the proposed program
of study. Course offerings and a roster of graduate faculty
available during the proposed program of study are available
from the Department of Communication Studies. Under the
direction of a graduate faculty adviser, students plan an
individualized program designed to promote excellence in
graduate research.
Admission Requirements
1. An application for admission to Graduate School
submitted to the Office of Admissions, University of
Missouri-Kansas City.
2. A formal transcript documenting a 3.0 grade-point
average during the last 60 hours of a baccalaureate
program submitted with the application for admission to
the Office of Admissions
Department of Communication Studies
3. A 1,000 word statement (4 pages) identifying the
applicant’s rationale for pursuing a graduate degree, as
well as the intended area of study. Applicants are also
requested to submit samples of previous research and
writing. All writing samples should be submitted to the
Principal Graduate Adviser, Department of
Communication Studies
4. Three letters of reference from individuals in a position to
assess the applicant’s capacity for graduate work,
submitted to the principal graduate adviser, Department of
Communication Studies.
5. Results of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), 50th
percentile on verbal; cumulative 1,000 on
verbal/quantitative.
Program of Study
The Master of Arts in Communication Studies requires the
completion of a 30-credit hour program of study. This program
is supervised by a graduate faculty member. A qualifying
examination is administered after the completion of core
required courses.
Students pursuing ther thesis credit hours (6) must submit
a proposal to the intended faculty thesis adviser and, in concert
with the adviser, create a thesis committee comprised of three
graduate faculty members. The thesis adviser and committee
oversee the thesis project and are responsible for administering
the appropriate final examinations.
At least 60 percent of the program of study must be
completed at the 500 level. Up to six credit hours may be taken
in a UMKC academic unit at the 500 level. Up to 40 percent of
a program of study may be taken at the 300 and 400 level in
Communication Studies. At the time of admission, up to six
credit hours of graduate work may be transferred from another
college or university. With the consent of the program adviser,
a student may include up to six credit hours of coursework
outside the department at the 300- and 400-level if taken for
graduate credit. Students will be permitted to enroll in directed
reading and directed research offerings only after the
completion of ComS 501, 503 and 505 or 544. After
completing the required core of courses, each student must
take a qualifying examination available once each semester.
Thesis track students may not receive credit for ComS 598 and
non-thesis students may not receive credit for ComS 599.
Application Deadlines
March 1 for Fall Semester, November 1 for Winter Semester.
Communication Studies Courses
110 Fundamentals of Effective Speaking and Listening (3). An introduction
to the dimensions of effective platform speaking with special emphasis on
developing critical listening skills. Lecture, performance, and discussion.
Every semester.
140 Principles of Communication (3). An interdisciplinary introduction to
the study of contemporary communication studies including a consideration of
intrapersonal, interpersonal and public communication. Lecture. For
non-majors only. Offered: Fall or winter.
203 Introduction to Journalism (3). Readings from quality reporting by the
best American journalists. Basic newswriting, style, techniques of interviews.
Practical application in writing news and news feature articles. Also offered as
English 203.
210 Fundamentals of Broadcast Performance (3). An introduction to
performance problems encountered in broadcasting, familiarizing students
with general performance situations and techniques. Lecture, discussion and
performance. Offered: On demand.
212 Argumentation and Debate (3). A study of the nature of logical
discourse generated through the preparation and presentation of oral argument
within the framework of the debate format. Lecture, performance and
discussion. Offered: Fall and winter.
254P Communication Competence: Theory and Practice (4). An
introduction to the discipline of communication. A core set of issues is
investigated in three major areas of the field: interpersonal communication,
small group communication and public speaking. The course design is based
on the premise that the development of communication skills involves two
important factors: (1) understanding the theoretical principles underlying
effective communication behavior and (2) practical application of those
principles in various communicative exercises. Offered: Summer.
265 Media Photoimaging (3). An introduction to the production and
manipulation of photographic images as they are applied in the print
publishing medium, multi-image, and multimedia communications.
Photography will be examined as a fundamental medium for the study of
visual communication and the techniques of creating specifically meaningful
images. This course will provide an essential familiarity with the terminology,
concepts, practices, and process variables involved in photographic direction
and production supervision, and will also introduce the basics of image
composition, manipulation, and quality control. Offered: Summer & Fall
270 Fundamentals of Video (3). An introduction to the basics of video
through the study of electronic field production. Students will become familiar
with the operation of video cameras and editing. Lecture, discussion and
laboratory. Offered: Summer.
308WI Introduction to the Study of Human Communication (3). This
course serves to introduce students to the basic theories, perspectives and
methodologies used (historically and currently) in the study of speech,
interpersonal and mass communication. Prerequisites: COMST 110 (grade of
C or better) and passage of the WEPT. Offered: Fall and Winter.
311 Radio & Television Performance (3). A study of the specialized radio
and television performing and operating situations and techniques simulated
and evaluated in studio sessions. Lecture, discussion and performance.
Prerequisite: None.
312 Advanced Public Speaking (3). Advanced study of rhetorical theory and
its application to the presentation and criticism of public discourse.
Prerequisite: Communication Studies 110. Offered: Fall & Winter.
314WI Reporting (3). A seminar of practical application in advanced
reporting. Assignments to cover news events and to pursue in-depth news
reports on the campus and off. Work is turned in on deadline and critiqued by
the instructor. Also offered as English 313. Prerequisite: Eng 110, 225, and
successful completion of the WEPT.
317 Persuasion (3). A study of the rhetorical, psychological and ethical
principles of influencing and controlling individuals and groups, and of the
methods of adapting to various attitudes and audiences through the preparation,
presentation and evaluation of persuasive speeches. Lecture, discussion and
performance. Prerequisite: Communication Studies 110. Offered: On demand.
320 Mass Media, Culture and Society (3). A critical exploration of the role
of mass media (and its reception) in the social construction of reality. The
course employs theoretical, analytical and empirical approaches derived from
multidisciplinary sources, particularly “critical theory” semiology,
post-structuralism, psychoanalysis and ethnography. Term paper required.
Prerequisite: Communication Studies 308WI. Offered: Every semester.
322 Oral Performance in Speech Communication (3). This course is
designed to develop and strengthen oral communication for students pursuing
careers in pre-law, media, human resources, and education as well as increase
the skills of potential professional speakers. The student will learn to develop
emotional, vocal, physical, and non-verbal skills through an investigation of
poetry, prose, and non-fiction literature. Through the process of reading,
studying, investigating, rehearsing, and performing literary and non- literary
works, the students will learn to pay particular attention to the voice embodied
in a given text and the cultural and social context within which that voice
speaks. Prerequisite: ComS 110. Offered: Fall and Winter.
331WI Mass Media in America (3). Writing intensive. Social History of the
development of mass media, radio, film and television, from Marconi’s first
experiments to the present. Emphasis placed on relationship of American
culture and American media. Term paper required. Prerequisite: Successful
completion of the WEPT. Offered: Fall.
339 Film Theory and Criticism (3). The course serves to locate the film
medium within the study of human communication while developing an
understanding of the effects of film on the individual and society with an
emphasis on understanding the film medium as both an art form and a
reflection of a social system with national, cultural & sub-cultural components.
Term required. Prerequisite(s); ComS 308WI or 320. Offered: Winter.
341 Rhetorical Theory and Criticism (3). An analysis of significant public
discourse within the context of social protest and political rhetoric with
attention to applying methods of communication criticism in evaluating the
effectiveness of persuasive advocacy aimed at social change. Fall.
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341WI Rhetorical Theory and Criticism (3). Writing intensive. An analysis
of significant public discourse within the context of social protest and political
rhetoric with attention to applying methods of communication criticism in
evaluating the effectiveness of persuasive advocacy aimed at social change.
Prerequisite: ComS 308WI and successful completion of the WEPT required
for admission.
343 Group Dynamics (3). A study of strategies and communication
relationships unique to non-dyadic situations, with an emphasis on the integral
structure of leadership, roles, norms and task functions. Discussion. Offered:
On demand.
344 Communication in Organizational Settings (3). An examination of the
major elements of interpersonal, group, and oral communication competence
essential to human interaction in organizational settings. The course focuses
on developing communication competencies and increasing theoretical
understanding of the communication process within the organizational context.
COMS 110 OR COMS 308WI. Offered: Fall/Winter.
344WI Communication in Organizational Settings (3). An examination of
the major elements of interpersonal, group, and oral communication
competence essential to human interaction in organizational settings. The
course focuses on developing communication competencies and increasing
theoretical understanding. Prerequisite(s): 110 or 308WI and WEPT.
351WI Fundamentals of Writing for the Media (3). Writing intensive.
Analysis of individual differences and common characteristics of copy for eye
and ear, with emphasis on the application of both verbal and visual imagery in
the process of communicating the writer’s ideas and intentions. Weekly written
assignments and critical analysis of the student’s work. Prerequisites:
Communication Studies 110 and successful completion of the WEPT. Offered:
Fall and winter.
361 Radio and Television Operations (3). An analysis of the trends, patterns
and methods of radio and television operations. Prerequisite: COMS 308WI.
Offered: On demand.
400 Special Studies (1-3). (A-N) This is an upper-level course on a subject
which is not a part of the regular department offering. The course results from
one or more of the following: (1) the expressed desire of students (2) the
broadened or refocused scholarship of a member of the communication studies
faculty (3) the temporary presence of a scholar whose specialization is not
reflected in the department’s regular offerings (4) the conclusion by the
department that the course meets a community need (5) the effort of the
Communication Studies faculty to provide an interdisciplinary approach to an
era or topic. The course is experimental in the sense that it is a “one-time”
offering with the potential of repetition or modification, depending upon
student, faculty and community response. On demand.
400CT Cluster Course: Healing and Cultural Diversity (3).
402CD Cluster Course: American Social Film:Silver Screen&American
Dream (3). This course will combine American social history and American
film history. Using Hollywood entertainment films, the course will look at
Hollywood as an indicator of social, political, and economic conditions in the
U.S. from the early 1900s to the late 1950s. The main topics are war and the
threat of war, poverty and affluence, racial tensions, censorship, and political
zealotry. A paper is required, and a social history textbook, a film history
textbook, a play by Arthur Miller and a collection of articles constitute core
readings.
410 Electronic Journalism Performance (3). A study of news gathering,
production, and performance for the electronic media designed to develop
skills and techniques in that field. Lecture, discussion and performance.
Prerequisite: COMS 308WI. Offered: Fall.
426 History and Criticism of American Public Address I (3). A study of
representative speeches and speakers from 1700 to 1850. Seminar.
Prerequisite: Communication Studies 341. Offered: On demand.
428 History and Criticism of American Public Address II (3). A study of
representative speeches and speakers from 1850 to the present. Seminar.
Prerequisite: Communication Studies 341. Offered: On demand.
363 Radio Production I (3). A study of the techniques of producing audio
material for use in radio, in concerts, on film, on television and in the recording
studio. Lecture, discussion, and laboratory. Prerequisite: COMS 308WI.
Offered: Fall.
431 Colloquium in Interpersonal Dynamics (3). An examination of the
practical application of communication principles and theories, with focus on
one of the following: health, organizational, nonverbal, intrapersonal, conflict
management, computer0mediated, or intercultural communication.
Prerequisite: None Offered: On demand.
371 Studio Production (3). A study of the principles and techniques of studio
production, with emphasis on introducing and developing basic skills utilizing
broadcast video equipment. Lecture, discussion, laboratory. Prerequisites:
Communication Studies 270 and 351. Fall.
432 Press, Politics and Public Policy (3). Undergraduate component of
Comm Studies 532. An advanced course in the study of the press and political
establishments in the formation of public policy. Lecture, discussion and
research. Prerequisites: Two semester of undergraduate writing courses of
300-400 level or professional equivalents.
376 History of the Film Industry (3). A history of the development of the
American film industry from 1900 to the end of the studio era. The course will
stress such issues as studio production, censorship, the economics of
production and the selling of mass culture through the film medium. Term
paper required. On demand.
444WI Intercultural Communication (3). A consideration of
communication phenomena in multicultural settings. A study of the public
forum with an emphasis on the interpersonal aspects of international,
intercultural, and co-cultural communication. Lecture and discussion. On
demand. Prerequisite: Successful completion of the WEPT.
377 Interpersonal Communication (3). An intensive analysis of the
dimensions of intrapersonal and interpersonal communication designed to
identify the philosophies and methods which underwrite effective human
communication. Lecture and discussion. Prerequisite: COMS 308WI Offered:
Fall and winter.
446 Principles of Advertising (3). A survey of advertising as an industry and
a career field, examining its history and development in America, and its
application in mass and special media. Specific procedures are studies for
linking the development of advertising strategies, messages and campaigns to
the marketing process, and for evaluation and selection of appropriate media to
carry the advertising message.
377WI Interpersonal Communication (3). Writing intensive. An intensive
analysis of the dimensions of intrapersonal and interpersonal communication
designed to identify the philosophies and methods which underwrite effective
human communication. Lecture and discussion. Prerequisite: Successful
completion of the WEPT (effective FS93). Offered: Fall and winter.
380 Contemporary Issues in the Mass Media (3). Extensive individual
readings and original research examining conditions, controversies and
developmental trends in the mass media; includes exhaustive scrutiny of press
and periodicals, assigned viewing of television newscasts and documentaries,
surveys of theses and dissertations; analytical evaluation through preparation
and presentation of abstracts; group discussion. Prerequisite: Consent of
instructor. Scheduled at option of the Department.
384 Documentary Film (3). The purpose of this course is to familiarize
students with the history, terminology, film making techniques, film makers
and cultural/societal influences of documentary film. Five distinguishing
characteristics will be examined in terms of 1) subjects, 2) purposes, points of
view, or approaches, 3) forms, 4) production methods and techniques and 5)
experiences they offer to audiences. Prerequisites: None. Offered: Every
winter.
390 Forensic Activities (1-4). Participation in the intercollegiate forensic
program. A practicum in debate, discussion, oratory and other forensic
activities. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Offered: Summer, fall, winter.
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448 Principles of Public Relations (3). An overview, presenting the function,
purposes, procedures and practices of public relations, its role in society,
industry, government and politics, and its potential as a career field. This is a
survey course with primary emphasis on theory, supplemented with applied
techniques.
452 Continuity Writing (3). Principles and practices of writing for the
broadcast media, with emphasis on the broadcast address, the public service
announcement, and various forms of commercial continuity, with practical
application through written assignments and critical analysis of the students’
work. Prerequisite: Communication Studies 351. On demand.
455 Business & Professional Speaking (3). This course focuses on the
processes involved in effective speaking in a business setting. The course
design is based on the premise that the development of communication skills
involves two important factors: (1) understanding the theoretical principles
underlying effective communication behavior and (2) practical application of
these principles in various business related communication exercises.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Offered: Fall and winter.
456 Electronic Journalism (3). A practical approach to the practices and
principles of broadcasting news media, including preparing copy for
microphone and camera, editing wire copy, reporting public affairs and public
relations, and an intensive scrutiny of the concepts of freedom and
responsibility as they apply to the press and current legislation. Prerequisite:
Communication Studies 351. Fall and winter.
Department of Communication Studies
458WI Publicity, Promotion and the Media (3). Writing intensive. A study
of controlled and uncontrolled (public) media and their use to effect motivation
of various target audiences, and alteration of attitudes, opinions, and beliefs in
special publics; examination of the theory and nature of messages and
materials generated by PR departments or counseling firms; analysis and
practice in development of specialized communications materials, such as
house organs, news releases, publicity and speeches to gain reaction and
support from specialized groups. Prerequisite: Communication Studies 351
and successful completion of the WEPT. Offered: Fall.
462 Public Broadcasting (3). A study of the development of public
broadcasting, its position and responsibilities in the world of modern
communications. Programming and operations concepts and philosophies of
public broadcast facilities will be studied and analyzed. Prerequisites: COMS
308WI AND 361. Offered: On demand.
470 Television Directing (3). An advanced course in video techniques with
emphasis on creating complex formats for broadcasting, recording and
performance. Lecture, discussion, and laboratory. Prerequisites:
Communication Studies 270, 351 and 371. Winter.
471 Advanced Media Production (3). An advanced course in media
production techniques involving knowledge and practical use of video, film
and sound equipment to create professionally competitive media productions.
Lecture, discussion, laboratory and research. Prerequisites: Communication
Studies 371, 470 or professional equivalents. Offered: On demand.
478 Communication Law (3). A comprehensive examination of the law as it
pertains to advertising, public relations, journalism, commercial and electronic
media, broadcast regulatory agencies, corporate speech and corporate
participation in elections. Students will study topics that include the First
Amendment, defamation and privacy. Court opinions and legislation will be
the course’s primary focus, however students will also examine contemporary
and historic theory of free expression. Offered: On demand.
482 Seminar in Public Address (3). Special course offered in the area of
history and criticism of public address, a traditional study of communication
activities. Contact department for next available seminar. Term paper required.
Prerequisite: Communication Studies 341. Offered: On demand.
483 Research Seminar in Communication Studies (3). This is the
departmental capstone course and is required for majors in their senior year.
The course summarizes and extends student’s theoretical and applied
understanding of the role of communication competence in the work place and
beyond. The course also focuses on refining student’s research competencies
and their appreciation of the cultural role of modern communication methods.
Prerequisites: Completion of COMS 308WI and 344 and 12 additional hours
of Communication Studies credits. Offered: Fall and Winter.
484 Communication Studies Activities (1-4). Internships opportunities for
advanced students involved in community and campus activities. Student must
receive approval of advising professor in semester prior to enrollment. No
more than four hours with any one project. Fall, winter and summer.
498 Special Problems in Communication Studies (1-6). Research and/or
projects for advanced upper class students. Student must receive approval of
advising professor in semester prior to enrollment. No more than three hours
with any one instructor. Fall, winter, and summer.*
501 Methods and Techniques of Research in Communication Studies (3).
Analysis of procedures involved in current communication research. Emphasis
on methodologies involved in selecting and formulating problems; research
design; collecting, processing and analyzing data. Survey of research types
including historical, descriptive and experimental. Training in skill of
scholarly writing. Required of all graduate students in communication studies.
Please contact the department for information regarding graduate studies.
503 Seminar in Media Studies: Mass Communication Theory and
Research (3). This course is intended to provide MA candidates with the
knowledge of a range of research applications and theories. This course will
provide an introduction to prominent theories in mass communication and their
relationship to research in the sciences and humanities.
505 Graduate Readings in the History of Mass Media (3). Readings in the
history of mass media–print, radio, television, film and the internet in the 20th
Century. Emphasis will be on American Mass Media.
531 Colloquium In Interpersonal Dynamics (3). An examination of the
practical application of communication principles and theories, with focus on
one of the following: health, organizational, nonverbal, intrapersonal, conflict
management, computer-mediated, or intercultural communication.
532 Press, Politics and Public Policy (3). An advanced course in the study of
the press and political establishment in the formation of public policy. Lecture,
discussion and research. Prerequisite: Two semesters of undergraduate writing
courses of 300-400 level or professional equivalents.
540 Classical Rhetorical Theory (3). An examination of the contributions of
ancient orators and rhetoricians from the fifth century B.C. to the fifth century
A.D., with special emphasis on the works of Aristotle, Cicero and Quintilian.
Lecture and discussion.
542 Colloquium in Communication and Rhetorical Research (3). An
examination of current issues in communication or rhetorical research.
544 Contemporary Communication Theory (3). An examination of
traditional rhetorical theory from the 18th-century to the present. Lecture and
discussion.
555 Advanced Media Writing (3). An advanced course in research and
writing techniques for the mass media. Investigation into various styles and
modes of writing for the media and their applications in modern
communication systems. Lecture, discussion and research. Prerequisite: Three
semesters of undergraduate writing courses of 300-400 levels or professional
equivalents.
562 Public Broadcasting (3). A study of the development of public
broadcasting, its position and responsibilities in the world of modern
communications. Programming and operations concepts and philosophies of
public broadcast facilities will be studied and analyzed. Prerequisite: COMS
308WI, 361, or consent of instructor. Every Fall (Taught concurrently with
COMS 462. Graduate students have added course requirements: research
paper, essay exams, topic bibliography.)
571 Advanced Media Production (3). An advanced course in media
production techniques involving knowledge and practical use of video, film
and sound equipment to create professionally competitive media productions.
Lecture, discussion, laboratory and research. Prerequisites: Communication
Studies 373, 460, 470 or professional equivalents.
580 Seminar in the Rhetoric of Protest (3). A critical examination of
selected protest movements with an emphasis on the psychology of protest
communication. Seminar.
581 Seminar in Production Techniques (3). A critical examination of select
mass media production systems, approaches and philosophies, with an
emphasis on research into patterns of the industry.
588 Graduate Seminar in Communication Studies (1-3). Concentrated
research in theoretical and applied communication studies; special topic(s)
offered each semester; may be repeated for credit.
597 Directed Graduate Studies: Readings (1-6). Special Projects on the
graduate level.
598 Directed Graduate Studies: Non-Thesis Research (1-6). Special
projects on the graduate level.
599 Research and Thesis (1-6).
899 Required Graduate Enrollment (1). Please contact the department for
information regarding graduate studies.
H110 Fundamentals Effective Speaking/Listening - Honors (3).
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Department of Economics
Department of Economics
211 Haag Hall
(816) 235-1314
Fax: (816) 235-2834
economics@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/economics
Department Chair:
John O. Ward
Undergraduate Adviser:
F. Eugene Wagner, (816) 235-2840
Graduate Adviser:
James I. Sturgeon, (816) 235-2837
Administrative Assistant
Jennifer Harris, (816) 235-1314
Professors:
W. Robert Brazelton (emeritus), L. Kenneth Hubbell
(emeritus), Jan Kregel (distinguished research professor),
Gerald W. Olson, A. Ross Shepherd (emeritus), James I.
Sturgeon, Karen S. Vorst, F. Eugene Wagner, John O.
Ward, L. Randall Wray
Associate Professor:
Peter J. Eaton
Assistant Professor:
Cathy Carroll (joint appointment with School of
Pharmacy)
Mathew Forstater
Lecturers:
Stephanie Bell, Lisa Jepsen, Ben Young
Research Centers
Center for Economic Information:
Peter Eaton, director; Sara Ballew, programmer-analyst;
Douglas Bowles, research associate; Michael Kelsay,
research associate
Center for Full Employment and Price Stability
Mathew Forstater, director; Pavlina Tcherneva, assistant
director; Kelly Pinkham, program development; L.
Randall Wray, senior research associate
Department Description
Nationally, economics is a popular major. The Department of
Labor projects that employment opportunities of economics
graduates will increase 20 to 30 percent between 1988 and
2000, a rate faster than the average employment increase for all
professions.
The Department of Economics is committed to promoting
excellence in broad-based undergraduate programs, graduate
and interdisciplinary doctoral education, research, and
community, university and professional service. Specifically,
the Department has attempted to focus its research, teaching
and service efforts to the urban mission of the University while
fostering a diversity of research and teaching perspectives for
faculty and students. The department offers an undergraduate
major that can be completed either through day or evening
classes. The department offers an emphasis area in the
undergraduate PACE program in commercial economics. The
PACE program is a weekend, weeknight degree program for
working adults. The department offers an M.A. degree and an
M.A. applied degree in economics. The Department is also
strongly committed to interdisciplinary education, as
demonstrated by the growth of the interdisciplinary Ph.D.
program. All graduate programs are offered in day and evening
formats.
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The Department is home to a number of academic centers
and programs. Each center has its own unique mission, but all
missions are complementary. The Center for Economic
Information (CEI) is one of only three State Data Resource
Centers in the State of Missouri. The CEI is a center for data
collection, processing and statistical analysis and desalination.
The CEI currently is working on Federal HUD grants,
Missouri State environmental grants and contracts with
municipal and state government. The primary goals of the CEI
are to become the major data research center for western
Missouri, to provide a training ground in urban policy analysis
for interdisciplinary doctoral students and to support the
research efforts of other centers and faculty participating in the
urban mission of the University. The CEI has a director,
assistant director and research staff.
In the fall of 1999, the Department opened the Center for
Full Employment and Price Stability (CFEPS). This Center is
jointly funded through the private sector and the University.
The CFEPS is designed to be a national policy center,
producing original research and sponsoring national
workshops on the use of full employment policies to achieve
both economic growth and price stability. The CFEPS has a
staff including a director, an associate director, research
associates and support staff. The CFEPS funds several doctoral
assistantships in the department and provides funds for
doctoral students at other universities to conduct research at the
CFEPS. Currently, the CFEPS provides financial support to
faculty participating in CFEPS research at such universities as
Harvard, the London School of Economics and the University
of Bologna. The CFEPS plans to add additional nationally
prominent faculty during the next two years. The CFEPS fully
participates in the interdisciplinary Ph.D. program and
provides interdisciplinary research links between the
economics faculty, other social science faculty at UMKC, and
an international community of scholars concerned with issues
of full-employment and price stability.
The Department houses the Missouri Council for
Economic Education (MCEE), with a staff of three, and the
Hospitality Management degree program. The MCEE is the
statewide provider of economic education training for
elementary and secondary education. The Department intends
to expand its focus to participation in MCEE programs during
the next five years. Since 1999, the department has housed the
Labor Studies Center.
The Department is home to the Journal of Forensic
Economics the journal of the National Association of Forensic
Economics. Nancy Eldredge is the production editor for the
journal and Jack Ward is the editor.
Our Students
The Department currently has 60 undergraduate majors, 25
M.A. students and 18 interdisciplinary Ph.D. students, and
provides undergraduate and graduate service courses to the
College of Arts and Sciences, the Bloch School, and the
Engineering Program. The department also administratively
houses the Social Science Consortium (SSC) with James
Sturgeon as director. The SSC is the social science
co-discipline for the interdisciplinary Ph.D. program. The SSC
faculty is drawn from the Departments of Economics, Political
Science, and Sociology. Currently, there are 35
interdisciplinary Ph.D. students in the SSC.
Undergraduate and graduate majors participate in a variety
of visiting lecture programs and faculty colloquia through the
Economics Club, Omicron Delta Epsilon (the economics
Department of Economics
honorary society), the Center for Full Employment and Price
Stability, and the Social Science Consortium. Students publish
their own academic journal and the department publishes an
annual newsletter for more than 1000 alumni. Our student
enrollment is truly international, representing over 25 countries
over the past decade. Our graduates include university
professors, business leaders and government officials
throughout the world.
Faculty and Facilities
The faculty of the Department maintain active, extensive
research programs and a strong commitment to teaching
holding four outstanding teaching awards. Faculty have served
as presidents for four national and regional economic
associations, lectured and conducted research in the Fulbright
Program, the Ford Foundation, and the U.S. Department of
Commerce, and the U.S. Department of Labor. Faculty have
established national reputations in a number of research fields.
For a small faculty, the Department has ranked high among
other economics departments at comparable institutions
nationally. In 1999, the faculty of the department produced 26
publications and the CEI achieved nearly $350,000 of grant
funding for housing, environmental and public finance
research.
Current regular faculty consist of eight professors, one
associate professor and two assistant professors. The eleven
regular faculty are cooperative and highly interactive with
students, resulting in several team-taught PACE block classes,
other team-taught classes and collaborative research. The
Department has one full-time, non-regular lecturer, two visiting
full-time assistant professors and a distinguished research
professor. Dr. W. Robert Brazelton lectures for the department
as an emeritus professor. Four of the faculty listed above are
either partly or fully funded from external sources. All faculty
hold Ph.D.’s from such universities as Syracuse University,
Washington University, Rutgers University, the New School
for Social Science Research, the Universities of Indiana,
Florida, Nebraska and Oklahoma. The department offers six
graduate assistantships, augmented with four additional
assistantships funded through the Center for Full Employment
and Price Stability and the Social Science Consortium.
The department of Economics and the Center for
Economic Information are housed in Haag Hall and the Center
for Full Employment and Price Stability, faculty and other
department programs are housed in Manheim Hall. Students
have access to state-of-the-art computer labs and classrooms.
Information
You may request information about economics programs by
calling the Department’s main number, (816) 235-1314, visit
the web site, http://www.umkc.edu/economics, or send your
information request via e-mail to economics@umkc.edu. For
specific information on degree programs, contact Eugene F.
Wagner, undergraduate adviser, (816) 235-2840; James
Sturgeon, graduate adviser, (816) 235-2837 or
sturgeonj@umkc.edu; or Jack Ward, (816) 235-1309, chair of
the department.
Department Goals
As part of its urban mission, the Department seeks to expand
its research, grants and service performance. Considerable
progress will be made through the development of the Center
for Economic Information and the Center for Full Employment
and Price Stability. CEI activities will become increasingly
important as the federal government transfers more fiscal
planning to states and local government through block grants.
The immediate goals of the department are to:
1. Establish a nationally recognized research reputation for
municipal/state economic forecasting and the analysis of
social services delivery systems through the CEI.
2. Establish a nationally recognized academic reputation
through the research output of the CFEPS.
3. Develop a community service component of graduate
education using an internship system
4. Expand our high quality Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program
utilizing the resources of the CEI, the CFEPS and the
extensive, applied research experience of the
Department’s faculty.
5. Maintain the highest standards of teaching quality in
undergraduate and graduate programs.
Bachelor of Arts: Economics
Career Implications
The undergraduate degree in economics is excellent
preparation for graduate study in economics and most other
academic disciplines, as well as law and business. A degree in
economics opens a wide range of career choices including
teaching, government service, finance, banking and insurance.
It is considered excellent preparation for a career in business
and public administration and management.
Advising System
Students in the program should consult Dr. F. Eugene Wagner,
(816) 235-2840 for undergraduate advising.
Program of Study
The department offers a bachelor of arts in economics.
Honor Society
The Zeta chapter of the Omicron Delta Epsilon International
Honor Society in Economics is on campus. Information on this
organization can be obtained from Ben Young. The society is
open to all undergraduate students with at least 12 hours of
economics and a 3.0 grade-point average in economics and
related courses. Graduate students in economics with a 3.0
average may also join.
Special Award
The Joe E. Brown Institutional Economics Award is given each
year to an undergraduate student for outstanding academic
performance in the study of institutional theory.
The Bachelor of Arts in Economics
This program requires a minimum of 30 hours and a maximum
of 36 hours of courses in the department. A minimum
grade-point average of 2.0 in the major is required for
graduation. In their last semester before graduation, seniors are
required to take an assessment-exit exam.
Cognate courses in anthropology, English, geography,
philosophy, history, political science, psychology, sociology,
accounting and computer programming are recommended to
satisfy the College of Arts and Sciences requirements for
graduation. In addition, Math 210, Calculus I, is recommended
for the student’s program of study.
The following courses are required:
Econ 201, 202 Introduction to Economics I, II
Econ 301 Macroeconomic Analysis
Econ 302 Microeconomic Analysis
Econ 406WI History of Economic Thought
Econ 425 Intermediate Economic Statistics
Econ 451 Institutional Economic Theory
Econ 488 Capstone Colloquim
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Math 110 College Algebra and Math 235 Elementary Statistics
or their equivalents are prerequisites for Economics 425.
Economics 421 is recommended for students who plan to do
graduate work in economics. Six hours of elective economics
courses are required.
Undergraduate Minor in Economics
The minor in economics is open to all students and consists of
a minimum of 18 hours (six courses) in economics. The
courses are Economics 201, 202, 301, 302 and six hours in 300
to 400-level courses as approved by the economics
undergraduate adviser.
PACE Degree in Liberal Arts
The department offers five PACE blocks leading to
concentrations in human resources or commercial economics
for working adults in a weeknight/weekend format. These
blocks are:
Economics Principles Block - offered fall (even years)
SocSc 364PW Contemporary Industrial Society
SocSc 395C Economics of Energy
Econ 202 Introduction to Economics II
SocSc 395G Economics of Poverty
Econ 201 Introduction to Economics
(Independent Study)
SocSc 397A The Economics of Public Process
(Independent Study)
Macroeconomics Block offered winter (odd years)
Econ 301 Macroeconomic Analysis
SocSc 326P Economic Statistics
Econ 331P Money and Banking
Econ 397C Current Macroeconomic Issues
Microeconomics Alpha Block offered summer (odd years)
Econ 302 Microeconomic Analysis
SocSc 397B The Economics of Public Process
Commercial Economics offered fall (odd years)
Econ 353 Financial Analysis and the Economy
SocSc 395B The Economics of the Law
Acct 201 Principles of Accounting
SocSc 305P Economic Principles and
Application of Accounting
Labor and Economics offered winter (even years)
SocSc 438P Labor History and Economic Policy
Hist 400Z Topics: KC Labor History
Econ 486 Labor Economics
SocSc 490C Readings in Labor Economics
Hum 401PW Culture of the Working Class
Alpha Block I (summer)
Econ 204P Principles of Economics (5)
Master of Arts: Economics
The Department of Economics offers a master of arts degree,
which can include an emphasis area of applied economics.
Career Implications
The master of arts in economics is designed as a preparation
for further graduate training at the doctoral level and for
professional positions in industry, business, government,
teaching and research. Courses may be taken in areas other
than economics with the approval of the graduate adviser.
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The master of arts with an emphasis in applied economics
is designed to prepare students for industry, business,
government, trade, research and policy in urban-regional
economic analysis.
Advising System
Students should consult with the graduate adviser, James
Sturgeon, (816) 235-2837, or sturgeonj@umkc.edu, to plan
their graduate programs of study.
Admission Requirements
Students may be admitted for graduate study in economics if
they have a baccalaureate degree in economics from an
accredited college or university with an overall grade-point
average of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Applicants whose
undergraduate grade-point average is less than 2.5 may be
considered for admission upon petition to the Graduate
Admission Committee of the Department of Economics.
Students who have a baccalaureate degree with an overall
undergraduate grade-point average of 2.5 or better and who did
not major in economics may be admitted to the program upon
consultation with the department’s principal graduate adviser
and upon demonstrating proficiency in the following areas:
Intermediate Macroeconomic Analysis,
Intermediate Microeconomic Analysis,
Introductory Statistics
All students with less than a 2.5 (4.0 scale) grade-point average
prior to admission shall be required to take the general
Graduate Record Examinations (GRE).
Degree Requirements
Thirty hours of graduate work is required for the M.A. in
economics. The following required courses (15 hours) and
their prerequisites are listed:
Econ 501 Advanced Macroeconomic Analysis
(301 Macroeconomic Analysis)
Econ 502 Advanced Microeconomic Analysis
(302 Microeconomic Analysis)
Econ 521 Mathematical Economics
Econ 525 Econometric Methods (425 Econ Stat)
Econ 551 Advanced Institutional Theory
(451 Inst Econ Theory)
The above prerequisites may be substituted with equivalent
courses. Econ 521 is waived if students have completed Econ
421 or its equivalent.
An additional 15 hours of coursework must be completed.
Up to nine of these hours may be in selected 400-level courses
in economics and related disciplines, upon consultation with
the graduate adviser. Graduate credit toward the M.A. in
economics is not given for courses at the 300 level. No more
than six (6) hours of Economics 590, Special Topics, may be
counted toward graduation.
For students not entering in the fall semester, it is strongly
recommended that Econ 521 (Mathematical Economics) be
taken at the first opportunity. The prerequisites to graduate
courses are very important and must be completed prior to
enrollment in courses with prerequisites. Graduate students in
economics must also comply with the general graduate
academic regulations as found in the School of Graduate
Studies section of this catalog.
Requirements for Retention
Students are expected to maintain a high degree of academic
excellence. Students must maintain a minimum of a 3.0
graduate grade-point average. A student who receives a grade
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of C+ or lower will receive an academic warning. Students
who receive a grade of C or C- in two classes, or a grade of D+
or lower in one class, will be dropped from the program. A
maximum of three hours of 2.0 (C) in graduate courses will be
permitted to count toward graduation. A 3.0 (B) must be
earned in all undergraduate courses approved for graduate
credit and in Econ 590 and Econ 599.
A student is required to fill out a “program of study” with
the graduate adviser before the completion of 15 hours of
coursework. At that time, the graduate committee will consider
the student’s performance and make a recommendation with
regard to retention of the student. After being approved by the
College of Arts and Sciences graduate officer, the program of
study is filed with the UMKC Records Office and may be
amended upon consultation with the graduate adviser.
Requirements for Graduation
Students in the master of arts regular program are required to
complete a minimum of 30 hours, 21 of which are on the 500
level, with a minimum overall grade-point average of 3.0.
Students who wish to write a thesis are required to take six
hours from among the following courses:
591 Research and Planning Seminar (required)
599 Research and Thesis (591 prerequisite)
Two comprehensive examinations, one in economic theory and
one in quantitative economics, must be passed. The theory
exam covers macro, micro and institutional theories. Both
exams are to be taken during the semester prior to graduation.
They are administered during the first full week of November
and April and the last full class week of June. Students should
inform the department assistant of their intention to take the
comprehensives at least two weeks prior to test dates.
Master of Arts: Economics
Applied Economics Emphasis
The M.A.-Applied Economics Emphasis is designed for
students who wish to pursue graduate study of economics with
an emphasis on application of economic theory to policy
analysis and problem solving. Each student will design a
course of study appropriate for their interests, culminating in a
research project that will allow the student to apply their
knowledge of economics to analysis of a real-world problem.
Students in the M.A.-Applied Economics Emphasis program
complete the same set of required courses but do not take the
comprehensive exams required of students in the regular
M.A.-Economics program. However, if a student should
decide to shift from the M.A.-Applied Economics Emphasis to
the regular M.A.-Economics program, this is easily
accomplished by preparing for the comprehensive exams. The
following courses are required of all M.A. students:
Econ 501 Advanced Macroeconomic Analysis
Econ 502 Advanced Microeconomic Analysis
Econ 525 Econometric Methods
Econ 551 Advanced Institutional Theory
The following course is required of all M.A.-Applied
Economics Emphasis students:
Econ 591 Research and Planning seminar
In addition, students are required to complete a minimum of 30
hours, of which 21 must be at the 500 level. On approval of the
graduate adviser, up to nine hours at the undergraduate level
may be counted toward graduation. A 3.0 (B) grade must be
earned in all undergraduate courses approved for graduate
credit.
Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
The Department participates in the Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
program. A student may take up to 60 percent of their work in
economics and conduct research in various fields of
economics. The department also administers and participates
in the Social Science Consortium which is a co-discipline in
the Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program. For information about
these programs see the School of Graduate Studies section in
this catalog or contact the Department of Economics,
(816) 235-1314, James Sturgeon, graduate adviser,
(816) 235-2837, sturgeonj@umkc.edu.
Requirements for Retention
Students must maintain a minimum of a 3.0 graduate
grade-point average. A student who receives a grade of C+ or
lower will receive an academic warning. Students who receive
a grade of C in two classes or a grade of D or lower in one
class, will be dropped from the program.
Economics Courses
100 Economics Explained (3). Everything you need to know about how the
economy works and where it’s going. This course simplifies and clarifies the
vocabularies and concepts used to describe all the important economic
phenomenon in our society today: unemployment, trade deficits, government
budget deficits or surpluses, inflation, investments, and customer debt. It
describes where we’ve been (economically) and assess the future of the
economic system we call capitalism.
201 Introduction to Economics I (3). Economics I deals primarily with
macroeconomic or national economic concepts, the economics of the
determination of recession, inflation, maintenance of full employment and
economic growth, with an emphasis upon the economics of modern Keynesian
analyses. It further introduces the economics of Marx and Ayres and discusses
relevant and current economic issues. Economics 201 and 202 are
prerequisites for all other economics courses except with specific permission
of the instructor. Every semester.
202 Introduction to Economics II (3). Economics II deals primarily with
microeconomics, firm analysis, the principles of demand, supply, elasticity,
price determination, costs, income distribution, market structures, trade, and
other related social, economic issues. Economics 201, 202 are prerequisites for
all other economics courses except with specific permission of the instructor.
Every semester.
300CM Cluster Course: Mexico, Central America and the Human
Condition (3). Faculty from at least two different departments (one of which
must be a department in the Division of Humanities, including History) may
determine the topic and syllabus, subject to the approval of the director of
Integrated Studies and the program’s advisory committee in addition to the
approval of the departments involved. This special topics course will satisfy
the interdisciplinary course requirement for the B.A.
300CS Cluster Course (3). Faculty from at least two different departments
(one of which must be a department in the Division of Humanities, including
History) may determine the topic and syllabus, subject to the approval of the
director of Integrated Studies and the program’s advisory committee in
addition to the approval of the departments involved. This special topics course
will satisfy the interdisciplinary course requirement for the B.A.
301 Macroeconomic Analysis (3). The economic system as a whole and the
ways in which its functioning is affected by the behavior of the interdependent
sectors of which it is composed. Major factors affecting national income; use
of sectoral accounts in analyzing economic prospects. Every semester.
302 Microeconomic Analysis (3). Functioning of the individual enterprise
and households. Problems confronting business enterprises operating under
different types of market situations; influence of the prices factors of
production on methods of production; effects that changes in income levels
and in relative prices have on sales of different types of goods and services.
Every semester.
303H Special Issues in Economic (3). Readings and discussions of selected
economic topics. Content varies over time as economic conditions change.
Designed for outstanding students in Principles of Economics. Prerequisites:
ECON 202 and/or 202. Semester offered: Fall
308 Challenges Facing the US Economy (3). This course provides an
introduction to challenges facing the US economy, such as growing inequality
and poverty in the midst of plenty, persistent unemployment in the central
cities, the threat of recession or inflation, the problems and opportunities
created by an aging society, implementation of welfare-to-work plans, and
other topics of interest to students. Semester offered: On request
312 Theory of Economic Development (3). Controversial problems affecting
the nature, sources and process of development of industrial technology and
the economy of private enterprise. On demand.
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320 Environment, Resources and Economic Growth (3). This course
focuses on the theory and policy issues involved in resource creation and
depletion; environmental destruction, preservation and recreation; and the
interrelation of these problems of and prospects for economic growth.
Prerequisite: Economics 202. On request.
323P Administration in the Service Industry (4). Students will examine the
nature of service and the scope of administration within the service industry.
Additionally, the course will examine the development of service and the
service economy. This course may not be used by students to fulfill
requirements for the major in Economics or a Concentration in Commercial
Economics. Prerequisites: None. Offered: Every Semester.
331 Money and Banking (3). A study of the structure, operations and
problems of banks and other financial institutions with emphasis on their
macroeconomic performance. The importance of banking in the financial
system and the influence of Federal Reserve monetary policies are also
studied. Prerequisite: Econ 301 or equivalent. Offered: Fall.
343P Resource Acquisition and Distribution in the Hospitality Industry
(4). This course will examine economic policy that is the basis for materials
acquisition policies and practices within the hospitality industry. Additionally,
students will study materials flow from source to final user. Special emphasis
will be placed on policies and procedures that maximize resource usage. this
course may not be used by students to fulfill requirements for the major in
Economics or a Concentration in Commercial Economics. Prerequisites:
None. Offered: Fall.
353 Financial Analysis and the Economy (3). This course examines
techniques of financial evaluation used by individuals, corporate managers,
and portfolio analysts. Focus of the course will be on the interaction of the
mechanics of analytical methods and economic activity. Topics covered will
include individual portfolio building, asset evaluation, and financial market
theory. Prerequisites: Economics 201 and 202. Winter odd years.
387 Human Capital Theory (3). An analysis of the factors determining the
productivity of human resources: education, nutrition, job training and work
environment. An analysis of work patterns, wage patterns and the impact of
automation. On request.
395 Current Economic Issues (1). Each of these one-hour courses will deal
with one selected topic. Students enrolled should have some background in the
social sciences. A maximum of three Economics 395 courses will apply
towards the department’s graduation requirements for a major.
395A Economic System of Pre-Columbian Society (1).
395B The Economics of Law (1).
395C The Economics of Energy (1).
395D The Economics of Health and Nutrition (1).
395E The Economics of Aging (1).
395F The Economics of Minorities (1).
395G The Economics of Poverty (1).
395H The Economics of the Arts (1). An analysis of the past and present
policies regarding the financing of the Arts.
397A The Economics of Public Process & Private Choice I (1). This
film/tape course and Economics 397B are specifically designed in the format
of the PACE program. Regular majors in economics may count one of these
two courses as meeting the 27 minimum required departmental hours. The J.K.
Galbraith film series and text, The Age of Uncertainty, provide the central
theme for this course.
397B The Economics of Public Process & Private Choice II (1). This
film/tape course and Economics 397A are specifically designed in the format
of the PACE program. Regular majors in economics may count one of these
two courses as meeting the 27 minimum required departmental hours. The
Milton Friedman film series, Free to Choose, provides the central theme for
this course.
405 European Economic Systems (3). A general study of the economic
systems of Germany, France, Sweden, the United Kingdom, Russia, and other
countries: and the European Economic Union. The course will study the
economic-business organization, economic and social policies, trade policies,
and the on-going political, economic, and business changes within the area,
and their relation to other areas of the world in terms of economics, business
and trade. Prerequisite: Economics 201 or 202 or equivalent. Offered: Winter.
406WI History of Economic Thought (3). Analysis of basic concepts of
economic thought, their historical sources and significance. Prerequisite:
Successful completion of WEPT Test. Offered: Every semester.
408 The Twentieth Cntry: Crisis in Eco History/Changing Eco Analysis
(3). The course will deal with selected major historical crisis in the Twentieth
Century that changed Economic Theory and our lives, such as the post World
War I period; the Depression of the 1930s; the international payments crisis
and the development of Bretton Woods; the oil crisis of the 1970s; and the
effect of the above upon changing economic analysis such as the Keynesian
Revolution and its “counter revolution”, and the economic and policy
consequences. Prerequisites: Economics 201 and 202; Senior or Graduate
standing.
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412 Economic Development (3). Main factors in the development of
underdeveloped countries; issues of development policy; foreign aid; studies of
specific areas. On request.
414 Problems in Latin American Development (3). Analysis of those
historical, geographic, political, social and economic factors which have
served to impede the development of the Latin American countries and
discussion of development planning as it applies to these problems.
Prerequisite: Economics 412 or consent of the instructor. On request.
416 Law and Economics (3). This course will examine the principles of
economics as they relate to private and public law. Primary emphasis will be
on the uses and limits of economic analysis in understanding and modifying
the law. Topics will include regulation, antitrust considerations, taxation,
discrimination and the financial system. Prerequisite: Consent of the
instructor. On request.
421 Mathematical Economics (3). An introduction to mathematical methods
as applied to the questions addressed by economists. The principal methods to
be applied are matrix algebra and differential calculus in the context of
optimization. Other topics may include integral calculus, differential
equations, difference equations, or linear and non-linear programming.
Prerequisites: Economics 301, 302 and Math 210
423P Legal & Social Issues of the Hospitality Industry (4). This course will
investigate societal and economic issues that have influenced the development
of significant industry legal issues. Additionally, students will examine laws
pertinent to the hospitality industry and investigate the relationship of these
legal issues to historical and current societal issues. This course may not be
used by students to fulfill requirements for the major in Economics or a
Concentration in Commercial Economics. Prerequisites: None. Offered:
Winter.
425 Intermediate Economic Statistics (3). An introduction to the empirical
side of economics. Estimation theory and the properties of commonly used
estimators are covered. Some of the more important topics dealt with are:
multiple regression, heteroscedasticity and autocorrelation in regression
analysis, analysis of variance and the use of qualitative variables in regression
analysis. Hands-on work with computer software designed for econometrics is
stressed. No experience with computers necessary. Prerequisites: Economics
301, 302 and Math 235 or its equivalent. Semester offered: Every year.
431 Monetary Theory and Policy (3). A study of the nature and functions of
money and the financial system, with emphasis on monetary theory and its
application to current banking and financial problems. Recent contributions to
monetary theory and current literature. Prerequisite: Economics 301. Every
year.
433P Commercial Economics Aspects of the Hospitality Industry (4). This
course will examine economic policies that are the basis for accounting and
financial practices within the hospitality industry. Additionally, students will
explore managerial accounting essentials and examine their use in planning,
controlling, and developing budgets within the hospitality industry. This
course may not be used by students to fulfill requirements for the major in
Economics or a Concentration in Commercial Economics. Prerequisites:
None. Offered: Winter.
435 Public Finance (3). Problems of public and private sector decision
making of revenue-expenditure policies and an examination of the actual legal,
political and economic policies for revenues and expenditures of federal, state
and local governments. Prerequisite: Economics 302. On request.
437 State and Local Government Finance (3). This course investigates the
role, problems and relative importance of municipal governments in the United
States. Such areas as the demand for public services, tax and expenditure
policies, and intergovernmental fiscal relations will be explored in detail. Case
studies of state and local governments will be introduced to emphasize the
problems and proposed solutions arising in modern municipal governments.
Prerequisite: Economics 302. On request.
438 Economic Policy (3). Analysis of the confluence of political and
economic behavior, the economics of collective action. Prerequisites:
Economics 301 and 302. On request.
440 International Trade (3). This course emphasizes the global allocation of
resources and distribution of income under various commodity market
conditions and government trade policies. Major topics include: comparative
advantage; terms of trade; the distribution of gains and losses from trade;
perfect vs. imperfect competition; tariffs, quotas and other barriers to trade;
exchange rates and the balance of payments; preferential trading arrangements;
international factor movements and multinational corporations. Prerequisite:
Econ 302 or equivalent. Offered: Winter.
442 International Finance (3). This course emphasizes the global activity and
balance of payments implications of government taxation, expenditure and
monetary policies under various capital market conditions. Major topics
include: exchange rates and the balance of payments; national income
determination in an open economy; integrated and non-integrated capital
markets; economic growth stabilization policies and the quest for global
economic stability. Prerequisite: Econ 301 or equivalent
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448 Alternative Economic Systems (3). A study of alternative economic
systems, problems and reforms with a special emphasis upon transitional
economics. Prerequisites: Economics 201 and 202. Semester offered: On
request
450R Regional Economics (3). Contemporary policy approaches to regional
growth and decline are analyzed in this course. Prerequisite: Economics 302
Semester offered: On request
451 Institutional Economic Theory (3). Analysis of impact of modern
philosophy and developments in social sciences on economic theory.
Prerequisites: Economics 301, 302 or consent. Semester offered: Every
semester
458 Urban Economics (3). An inquiry into the economics of location
decisions and the influence of these on urban growth and on the real estate
market; the evaluation of urban transportation and other public services; an
examination of economic development of ghetto neighborhoods. Prerequisite:
Economics 302 or its equivalent, or by special permission of the instructor. On
request.
460 Industrial Organization (3). The structure, conduct, and performance of
American industry. Historical evolution of American industry; alternative
industrial systems. Antitrust policies and their alternatives. Technological
change and industrial performance. Prerequisite: Economics 301, 302. On
request.
461 Public Utility Economics (3). This course is designed to examine the
theory and practice of public utility economics. It includes study of the public
utility concept and how it has evolved and is evolving, the operation of public
utilities in the U.S. economy, the methods and practice of regulating utilities,
industry by industry case studies and current issues in public utility economics.
On request.
465 The Economics of Health and Medicine (3). An economic analysis of
the development of the medical market; organized medicine and the structure
of existing health delivery systems. The problems of the medical market will
be analyzed; the role of insurance will be investigated and alternative public
policies will be studied. Prerequisite: Advanced standing or consent of the
instructor. On request.
466 Economics of the Arts (3). An economic analysis of the development of
art markets and the issue of government involvement in the arts. Prerequisites:
Econ 202 is recommended, but not required.
480 Managerial Economics and Operations Analysis (3). This course
focuses on the application of microeconomic theory to a variety of
contemporary business and government problems. Through case studies,
students are introduced to the full complexity of actual industrial and
government decisions and the diversity of microeconomic tools and concepts
that can be brought to bear on these decisions. Prerequisites: Econ 301 and
Econ 302. Semester offered: On request
486 Labor Economics (3). An examination of the theories of wage
determination, the economic effects of wage determination upon the wage
structure, the distribution of national income, employment, and an introduction
to collective bargaining. Prerequisite: Economics 302. On request.
487 History of Labor Movements (3). This course is concerned with the early
formation and the transformation of labor unions given the changing American
industrial climate. Study will include early union structures, forerunners of
modern unions, such as the Knights of Labor, development of the current
unions and the potential for union survival in the post-industrial era.
490 Readings In Economics (1-3). Intensive reading and/or research in an
area selected by the student in consultation with the professor in any of the
following fields: (a) economic theory, (b) history of economic thought, (c)
labor economics, (d) urban economics, (e) monetary and fiscal policy and
theory, (f) international economics, (g) economic development. (h)
comparative economic systems, (i) public finance, (j) public policy toward
business, (k) quantitative economics. By permission only. On request.
495 Colloquium in Economics (3). Each course will deal with a particular
topic in economics: A) Manpower Economics; B) Political Economy; C) Area
Studies in Economics-Europe; D) Area studies in Economics-Africa; and E)
Area studies in Economics-Asia. Prerequisite: Economics 201, 202. On
request.
497 Internship (3). The course allows the student to participate in cognate,
approved internships of a professional nature. Prerequisite: Senior or graduate
standing. Offered by permission only.
499WI Capstone Colloquim (3). This course provides a common intellectual
experience for all economics majors while recognizing the diversity of
experiences students bring with them to their final semester before graduation.
A series of lectures, reading assignments, and writing assignments help
students to synthesize their knowledge of the broad areas of study within (and
outside) the field of economics. Guest lecturers provide a critical summary of
and synthesis of major areas of study. Each student will also assess their own
development by critically examining their individual portfolio of work
(containing papers, essay exams, and term papers written during their
undergraduate career), and of the department’s program. Prerequisite:
Successful completion of WEPT. Semester offered: Every semester
501 Advanced Macroeconomic Analysis (3). Basic theoretical concepts of
national income and statistical tools utilized in its measurement. Aggregate
demand and supply as problems of economic dynamics. Prerequisite:
Economics 301 and 302 or their equivalents.
502 Advanced Microeconomic Analysis (3). Examines the determinants of
prices and outputs; consumer choices; theory of markets, ranging from perfect
competition through monopolistic and oligopolistic competition to monopoly;
theory of the firm and the industry; welfare economics. Prerequisite:
Economics 302.
504R American Economic History (3). A study of the major economic
factors and the causes and effects of cyclical and secular trends in the United
States economy, the growth of business, the interaction between government
and business, including legislation and other pertinent factors, especially since
1865 to present. This course is the same as History 566R. On request.
505 Advanced Comparative Economic Systems (3). Contents vary
depending upon the instructor’s design for the course. Prerequisite: Economics
301, 302.
506 Advanced History of Economic Thought (3). A study of the
development of classical and neoclassical economic theory.
508 Controversial Issues in Recent Economic Literature (3). This course
focuses on five main areas of controversy: the investment-saving relation,
money, economic growth, unemployment, and the international monetary
system. While it concentrates on “recent” debate, it identifies the origins of
modern disputes in earlier controversies. In each case, we will also identify the
“real world” importance of the debate as well as the policy implications that
derive from the positions(s) taken by participants.
512 Advanced Economic Development (3). Contents vary depending upon
the instructor’s design. Prerequisite: Economics 301, 302.
513 Economic Cycles and Growth (3). A critical review and evaluation of
economic analysis and the forces of economic fluctuation and growth; and
analysis of statics, dynamics, monopolistic competition, the role of the
interrelationships of the market structure and other institutional forces as they
relate to fluctuations and growth. An emphasis will be made on the critical
evaluation of recent literature in the field of economic analysis related to
fluctuations, growth, statics, dynamics, market structure and the
reinterpretation of economic fluctuations, growth, forecasting and overall
economic behavior. An analysis of the technological, monetary, and fiscal
policy implied by economic trends and growth will also be discussed.
Prerequisite: Economics 501 or its equivalent or by special permission of the
instructor.
521 Mathematical Economics (3). An introduction to mathematical methods
as applied to the questions addressed by economists. The principal methods to
be applied are matrix algebra and differential calculus in the context of
optimization. Other topics may include integral calculus, differential
equations, difference equations or linear and nonlinear programming.
Prerequisites: Economics 301, 302 and Math 110 or equivalent
525 Econometric Methods (3). Continuation of Economics 425. The major
problems encountered in building and testing economic models are treated and
alternative solutions to these problems are discussed. Major topics include
corrections for heteroscedasticity and autocorrelation, maximum likelihood
and BLUE estimation, simultaneous equations methods, probit and logit
analysis and distributed lags. Other topics may include ARIMA or other series
analytic methods, three stage least squares and dynamic multipliers or
simulation. Work with econometric software is stressed. No programming
experience necessary. Prerequisite: Economics 425 or equivalent (Economics
521 is highly recommended)
529 Readings in Quantitative Economics (3). Readings from the economic
literature which stress advanced mathematical or econometric tools. A general
subject matter is selected by the student with the consent of the instructor.
Prerequisites: Economics 521, 525
531 Monetary Theory and Policy (3). A study of the nature and functions of
money and the financial system, with emphasis on monetary theory and its
application to current banking and financial problems; recent contributions to
monetary theory and current literature. Prerequisite: Econ 301.
535 Theory of Public Finance (3). An inquiry into the scope and nature of
economics with emphasis on the nature of the public sector including a brief
study of welfare criteria along with the study of ability to pay, benefit theory of
taxation, and expenditure theories.
537 State and Local Government Finance (3). This course investigates the
role, problems and relative importance of municipal governments in the United
States. Such areas as the demand for public services, tax and expenditure
policies, and intergovernmental fiscal relations will be explored in detail. Case
studies of state and local governments will be introduced to emphasize the
problems and proposed solutions arising in modern municipal governments.
Prerequisite: Economics 302.
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540 Advanced International Trade (3). This course emphasizes the global
allocation of resources and distribution of income under various commodity
market conditions and government trade policies. Major topics include:
comparative advantage; terms of trade; the distribution of gains and losses
from trade; perfect vs. imperfect competition; tariffs, quotas and other barriers
to trade; exchange rates and the balance of payments; preferential trading
arrangements; international factor movements and multinational corporations.
Prerequisites: Economics 302, or equivalent; graduate status.
542 Advanced International Finance (3). This course emphasizes the global
activity and balance of payments implications of government taxation,
expenditure and monetary policies under various capital market conditions.
Major topics include: exchange rates and the balance of payments; national
income determination in an open economy; integrated and non-integrated
capital markets; economic growth, stabilization policies and the quest for
global economic stability.
548 Advanced Socialist Economic Systems (3). The course will deal with the
theoretical analysis of socialist economic theory, Marxian and non-Marxian,
and/or of socialist economics systems such as those of Eastern Europe, the
Chinese mainland and elsewhere. The emphasis of the course will vary
depending upon the instructor’s design for the course. Prerequisite: Economics
301 and 302.
550 Regional Economics (0-3). The economics of spatial relations,
emphasizing basic location and land utilization theory and the role of transport
will be considered at the micro-level. Keynesian and neoclassical growth
theories and contemporary policy approaches to regional growth and decline
are analyzed. Prerequisite: Economics 302.
551 Advanced Institutional Theory (3). Evolution, organization and
allocation functions of the modern industrial economy. Contributions and
limitations of conventional economic concepts. Philosophical and theoretical
interpretations of the economy in light of modern developments in philosophy
and social science. Prerequisite: Economics 451
558 Advanced Urban Economics (3). The study of the city as a dynamic
system of interrelated and interdependent markets. Significant markets in cities
include land, housing, labor, transportation and public services.
560 Industrial Organization (3). The structure, conduct and performance of
American industry. Historical evolution of American industry; alternative
industrial systems, antitrust policies and their alternatives. Technological
change and industrial performance. Prerequisite: Economics 301, 302.
564 Evolution of Industrial Society (3). Evolution of industrial technology.
Historical development of business system and its major institutions.
Prerequisite: Economics 351.
589 Graduate Seminar in Labor Economics (3). Content of seminar will
vary from semester to semester depending upon the instructor’s design for the
course. Prerequisite: Economics 486.
590 Special Topics (1-3). Selected topics in theoretical and applied
economics. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
591 Research and Planning Seminar (3). The objective of this research
seminar is to apply the quantitative techniques and theoretical constructs of
economics to an urban-regional problem. Students are required to formulate
and evaluate present economic models, and then complete a research project.
Prerequisites: Economics 502 and 521
599 Research and Thesis (1-6). Directed specialized research.
601 Colloquium in Advanced Macroeconomics (3). The course will deal
with analyses of topics in Macroeconomic analysis and Macroeconomic
policies and investigation of current literature in divers areas of
Macroeconomic analysis. A written report(s) will be made upon the selected
assignment(s). Prerequisite: Economics 501 or equivalent.
602 Colloquium in Advanced Micro-Economics (3). The general theme of
this Colloquium is intra- and inter-temporal decision making and market
performance under conditions of uncertainty. The particular focus of the
Colloquium will vary depending on the background and special interest of the
participants. Prerequisite: Economics 502 or equivalent.
625 Colloquium in Econometrics (3). This course treats advanced topics in
econometrics such as non-linear estimation techniques, model development,
simultaneous equation estimation techniques, and simulation. Topics are
developed from theoretical and application perspectives. Familiarity with
personal computer is necessary. Prerequisite: Economics 521, Mathematical
Economics or equivalent, Economics 525, Econometrics, or equivalent,
Economics 501, Advanced Macro-economics or equivalent, Economics 502,
Advanced Micro-economics or equivalent.
688 Colloquium on Political Economy (3). This course is designed as a
seminar and will take into account theory and policy analysis from alternative
perspectives. The topics covered will include philosophical foundations of
contemporary economic theory and policy, the organization of production
information and finance, resource and environment, wealth and income
distribution, public and private policy and planning. Stress is placed on
contemporary research and students are expected to become involved in
research projects. Prerequisite: Econ 551, or equivalent
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690 Special Doctoral Readings in Economics (1-3). Special research topics
in Economics at the Doctoral level.
699 Doctoral Dissertation (1-12). Directed selected research for Economics
in the interdisciplinary doctoral program.
899 Required Graduate Enrollment (1).
Department of English Language and Literature
Department of English
Language and Literature
106 Cockefair Hall
(816) 235-1305
Fax: (816) 235-1308
english@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/english
Department Chair:
Joan F. Dean
Professors Emeriti:
Robert M. Farnsworth, Daniel F. Jaffe, Mary McMann,
David Ray, Lois Spatz
Associate Professors Emeriti:
Maxine Moore, James A. Reeds, Jonas Spatz
Curators’ Professor:
Linda E. Voigts
Professors:
Joan F. Dean (Chair), G. S. Sharat Chandra (adviser,
professional writing), Moira Ferguson (Martha Jane Starr
Phillips Missouri Distinguished Professor of Women’s
and Gender Studies), James McKinley (director,
professional writing; editor, New Letters), David
Weinglass, Robert Willson (principal undergraduate
adviser)
Associate Professors:
Ralph Berets, Michelle Boisseau (principal graduate
adviser; associate editor BkMk press), Daniel Mahala
(director of composition), Thomas Stroik
Assistant Professors:
Stephen Dilks (director, Writing Across the Curriculum),
Beth Dolan Kautz, Jane Greer, Mamadou Niang, Jennifer
Phegley, Randall Roorda, Barbara Ryan (principal
doctoral adviser), Robert Stewart
Full-time Lecturers:
Sheila Honig, Maureen Maginn, Theodore Otteson, Susan
Whitmore
Department Description
The Department of English Language and Literature offers
programs of study that lead to the bachelor of arts and the
master of arts degrees. In the undergraduate program, students
may pursue a general English program, or they may choose an
emphasis in journalism and creative writing or secondary
English education. Two English minors are offered to students
majoring in other disciplines. English is an academic discipline
eligible for full participation in the University’s
interdisciplinary Ph.D. program. See the School of Graduate
Studies section of this catalog for more information.
The department includes faculty who have a broad range
of professional competence in the study of literature and
language, and who are trained to teach courses in language
study, linguistics, comparative literature, American culture,
film, creative writing, journalism and composition. The
department believes the study and teaching of literature and
language to be an important means of preserving and vitalizing
our humanistic tradition.
Letters continues to provide a medium for the best imaginative
writing available.
The English Language and Literature Department
sponsors the publication of Number One, a magazine of student
poetry and fiction, and The Sosland Journal, a collection of
award-winning student essays from the Ilus W. Davis contest.
BkMk Press, operated under the auspices of the College of
Arts and Sciences and housed in the English Language and
Literature Department, publishes books of poetry and prose of
high quality by professional writers.
Greater Kansas City Writing Project
The English Language and Literature Department, in
conjunction with several local school districts, sponsors the
Greater Kansas City Writing Project, a graduate in-service
program for teachers of writing (K-14). This program consists
of summer graduate credit workshops and school district
in-service sessions throughout the school year. The Greater
Kansas City Writing Project is an official National Writing
Project affiliate. Randall Roorda is the director.
Related Information, Opportunities and Conferences
Students preparing for a career in journalism should seek
experience with the University News and with apprentice
programs offered by The Kansas City Star and other regional
communications firms.
The English Language and Literature Department offers
courses and an annual conference for English teachers as part
of its continuing education function. It also sponsors a writers’
reading series, two summer creative writing workshops (the
Mark Twain Workshop and the New Letters weekend Writers
Conference), and annual contests for the Barbara Storck Poetry
and Short Story Award and the Ilus W. Davis Award in
Expository Writing. The department sponsors additional
scholarships for creative writers in the names of former
students: Mbembe, Gary William Bargar and Crystal Field.
Career Implications of the Undergraduate
Degree
The English major is recommended for students interested in a
broad, general background in the humanities and in the skills
of analysis, synthesis and self-expression. It is excellent
preparation for medicine, business and law, as well as for
further literary study in graduate school.
In addition to teaching careers, English majors with
writing and editorial skills find that they are desirable
candidates for positions in businesses where effective
communication and written evaluation are required.
Advising System
All undergraduate students majoring in English are assigned to
Robert Willson, the undergraduate faculty adviser for the
department.
Undergraduate Admission Requirements
Preparation
Transfer students should enter the English major with soundly
developed writing and reading skills and a general familiarity
with the major authors and literary movements of English and
American literature.
Special Resources
Bachelor of Arts: English
Publications
The English Language and Literature Department and the
College of Arts and Sciences publish New Letters, a
continuation of The University Review, which for over 50 years
published the works of new and distinguished writers. New
To graduate with a major in English, students must achieve a
grade-point average of at least 2.0 in the 33 hour program, but
no credit will be given for courses in which the grade is below
C-.
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Students may pursue a general program in English leading
to the bachelor of arts degree, or they may choose an emphasis
area in journalism and creative writing or secondary English
education.
The bachelor of arts in English program is recommended
for students interested in a broad general background in the
humanities with a concentration in literature and language and
for those interested in obtaining a firm foundation for further
study in graduate school. English majors planning to attend
graduate school are strongly urged to take two years of a
foreign language.
The emphasis areas for prospective teachers of secondary
English and of creative writing and journalism are for students
with more specialized interests.
Requirements for the Bachelor of Arts in
English
The bachelor of arts in English is designed for students
desiring a broad general background in English and American
literature. Students contemplating graduate work in English
are urged to take at least one course from each of the major
periods of English and American literature.
To receive a B.A. in English, students must complete the
following 33-hour program:**
1. All of the following: English 211, 221, 311, 321, 323. (15
hours)
2. One of the following: English 310, 320, 330, 400CH, 445,
470. (three hours)
3. Four 300/400-level courses, at least two of which cover
periods prior to 1900 (excluding English 311 and 323).**
No more than one course in creative writing (312, 315,
429, 432, 435) and no courses in journalism (313, 401WI,
402) or expository writing ( 301WI, 304WI, 305WI,
403WI, 430WI, 448, 449, 450W) may be counted toward
the basic 33-hour requirement for the regular English
major. (12 hours)
4. English 499WI. (three hours)
** English courses in which students receive a D will not count
toward fulfilling this requirement.
*** The following courses are acceptable for pre-1900 credit:
English 318, 319, 350, 355, 400CF, 400CA, 412, 413, 414,
415, 416, 418, 422, 423, 425, 426, 451, 452, 455, 461, 462,
481, 482, 483
Requirements for the Secondary English
Education Emphasis
Students seeking a B.A. in English also may select an
emphasis in secondary English education, which will prepare
them to teach at the secondary level.
More than half of the required courses in this emphasis are
the same as those described for all English majors, but students
seeking teacher certification in English should see an academic
adviser in the School of Education to plan their specific
coursework requirements prior to beginning their junior year.
Requirements for the Creative Writing
Emphasis
Students seeking a B.A. in English may also select an
emphasis in creative writing.
This emphasis area is designed for students interested in
writing, as well as literary study.
To graduate with a creative writing emphasis, students
must take the following 33-hour program:**
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1. All of the following: English 211, 221, 311, 321, 323. (15
hours)
2. One of the following: English 310, 320, 330, 400CH, 445,
470. (three hours)
3. Four 300/400-level courses, at least two of which must be
chosen from the following: 312, 313WI, 315, 401WI,
402, 429, 432, 435, 448, 449, 450W. At least one must be
a literature course covering a period prior to 1900
(excluding 311 and 323). (12 hours)***
4. English 499WI. (three hours)
** English courses in which students receive a D will not count
toward fulfilling this requirement.
*** The following courses are acceptable for pre-1900 credit:
English 318, 319, 350, 355, 400CF, 400CA, 412, 413, 414,
415, 416, 418, 422, 423, 425, 426, 451, 452, 455, 461, 462,
481, 482, 483
Requirements for the Urban Journalism
Emphasis
Students seeking a B.A. in English may also select an
emphasis in urban journalism.
This emphasis area is designed for students interested in
writing, as well as literary study.
To graduate with an urban journalism emphasis, students
must take the following 33-hour program:**
1. All of the following: English 211, 221, 311, 321, 323. (15
hours)
2. One of the following: English 310, 320, 330, 400CH, 445,
470. (three hours)
3. Four 300/400-level courses, at least two of which must be
chosen from the following: 312, 313, 315, 401WI, 402,
429, 432, 435, 448, 449, 450W. At least one must be a
literature course covering a period prior to 1900
(excluding 311 and 323). (12 hours)***
4. English 499WI. (three hours)
** English courses in which students receive a D will not count
toward fulfilling this requirement.
*** The following courses are acceptable for pre-1900 credit:
English 318, 319, 350, 355, 400CF, 400CA, 412, 413, 414,
415, 416, 418, 422, 423, 425, 426, 451, 452, 455, 461, 462,
481, 482, 483.
Minors in English
Writing Minor
The minor in writing consists of 18 hours in various types of
writing courses: English 225 and five of the following: Theater
437, English 203, 301WI, 302WI, 304WI, 305WI, 312,
313WI, 315, 401, 403WI, 429, 430WI, 432, 435, 450W
English Language and Literature Minor
The minor in language and literature, which consists of 21
hours, is designed for students desiring a general background
in English. Students must take the following courses:
1. All of the following: English 211, 311, and 323. (nine
hours)
2. One of the following: English 213, 214, 215, 221. (three
hours)
3. Three additional courses must be taken. At least two of
these must be 300 level or above, one of which must cover
a literary period prior to 1900 (excluding 311 and 323).
(nine hours)
Note: No courses in journalism (English 203, 313WI, 401,
402, 448, 449, 450W), or expository writing (English 301WI,
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304WI, 305WI, 430WI), and no more than one course in
creative writing (312, 315, 429, 432, 435) may be counted
toward the 21-hour minor.
Correspondence Courses
The English Language and Literature Department will accept
no more than six hours of correspondence credit toward the
completion of the 33-hour program.
IV.
V.
VI.
Honors Credit
The letter H appearing before undergraduate English courses in
the regular schedule indicates that these are designated for
honors credit.
Master of Arts: English
The Department of English offers programs of study leading to
the master of arts (M.A.) in English. The curriculum is
designed to prepare students for teaching, writing and editorial
careers.
The department offers courses in the various periods of
English and American literature, journalism, creative writing,
advertising, technical and expository writing, film, linguistics,
composition/rhetoric and literary criticism.
The regular English literature M.A. program is designed
for students desiring a general background in English and
American literature and is strongly recommended for students
planning further graduate degrees.
The English language and literature program is designed
for students who wish to combine graduate study of literature
with the study of linguistics and/or composition and rhetoric.
This focus is recommended for students interested in teaching
in the community college or the secondary school and for
students interested in pursuing the Ph.D. in composition and
rhetoric.
The emphasis area in professional writing is designed for
students who wish to prepare for careers in professional
writing. Areas of study in this emphasis area are: poetry and
fiction; print and electronic journalism; and stage and
screenwriting. Some courses are provided by other
departments, making the professional writing program an
interdisciplinary experience. In addition to Number One, a
magazine of student poetry and prose, the department also
supports the widely acclaimed quarterly New Letters and
BkMk Press, which publishes poetry and prose of high quality
by professional writers.
Research and teaching assistantships for students in all
three areas are available on a competitive basis. The
department also offers scholarships and competitions in
creative writing and nonfiction. English majors are advised by
faculty in the Department of English.
Requirements for the M.A. in English
(Literature Focus and Language and
Literature Focus)
Students are required to take at least one course from each of
the following seven groups, including one American literature
class.
I.
II.
III.
Criticism and Scholarship
English 447/547, 500, 550G, 555G
Language and Rhetoric
English 400CH, 445/545, 470, 520, 550M,
555M, 550J, 555J
Literature Through the Middle Ages,
English 400CF, 412/512, 422/522, 452/552,
503, 550A, 550R, 555A
VII.
Renaissance Literature
English 400CA, 413/513, 414/514, 423/523,
451/551, 452/552, 461/561, 481/581, 550B,
555B, 555R
Late 17th and 18th Century Literature
English 415/515, 425/525, 455*/556,
462/562, 482/582, 550C, 555C
Nineteenth Century Literature
English 416/555M, 418/518, 426/526, 455/556,
483/583, 550D, 555D, 550E
Twentieth Century Literature
English 417/517, 427/527, 428/528, 453/553,
463/563, 465/565, 555E, 550F, 555F
*Satisfies 18th century or 19th century requirement, depending
on content.
Other courses in the catalog may satisfy an area
requirement if the content in a particular semester is
appropriate.
Examples:
English 550H/555H (Studies in Fiction)
English 550I/555I (Studies in Dramatic Literature)
English 440/540 (American Culture)
English 450 (Special Readings)
English 460 (Special Offerings)
English 591 (Research in Selected Fields)
may satisfy an area requirement if the content
in a particular semester is appropriate.
Requirements for linguistics and/or composition and rhetoric
concentration within the Language and Literature M.A.
Program:
a) Requires nine credit hours including English 519
and six credit hours from the following courses: 445/
545, 447/ 547, 470, 520, 550g/ 555G, 550J/ 555J,
550M/ 555M, and 550P
b) Must also include at least one course in each of the
remaining areas of study listed as part of the seven
areas required for the literature focus requirement.
M.A. in English with an Emphasis Area in
Professional Writing
For those students interested in a career in professional writing,
the department offers courses in three areas: poetry and fiction;
print and electronic journalism; and stage and screenwriting.
Using the resources of the metropolitan media, as well as the
on-campus facilities of New Letters and BkMk Press, students
gain experience in writing, editing and operating in various
media, in advertising and in public relations. The professional
writing curriculum consists of a minimum of 33 credit hours,
at least 18 of which are taken in graduate-level writing courses,
some of which may be taken through the theatre and/or
communications studies departments (this also includes three
hours of credit for preparation of the portfolio of work required
of all professional writing students). The remaining 15 hours
are taken in the study of English and American literature. The
professional writing curriculum at UMKC is the only program
in the area that provides students with marketable skills in
specific writing fields.
General Admission Requirements
Applicants to the graduate program in English should have
earned a B.A. degree that includes at least 30 hours of
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sophomore-, junior- and senior-level English courses or the
equivalent. Applicants are normally expected to have a 3.0
grade-point average, both in English and as a cumulative
grade-point average, but at the discretion of the principal
graduate adviser, students with grade-point averages below this
may still be considered for admission.
Admission will be determined on the basis of a
combination of the applicants undergraduate grade-point
averages and verbal aptitude scores at or above the 60th
percentile on the ETS Graduate Record Exam or total overall
scores at or above the 60th percentile on the ETS Major Field
Test in English. Applicants interested in the M.A. degree with
an emphasis in professional writing (poetry and fiction, print
and electronic journalism, or stage and screenwriting) should
submit a sample of their writing to the director, Professional
Writing Program, c/o Department of English Language and
Literature, to supplement their admission credentials. The
sample will be evaluated by members of the professional
writing faculty.
Although the normal degree program consists of 33 hours
of coursework, the department will assign additional
coursework to students whose undergraduate records indicate
an insufficient background in literary study. Decisions on
admission are made by the principal graduate adviser. The
graduate adviser may admit applicants under probationary
status in exceptional cases.
Advisers will be assigned to applicants at the time of their
admission to graduate study. New graduate students should
meet with their advisers as soon as possible to prepare an
official program of study.
Assistantships
The department offers a limited number of graduate teaching
assistantships to those students who apply and who are judged
to be qualified to teach introductory freshman and sophomore
English courses. Applications are available from the
department secretary and must be submitted along with
recommendations. Students must carry at least six hours or be
completing the coursework for the program while holding an
assistantship. The Department of English Language and
Literature provides close supervision for all new teaching
assistants. Experienced teachers will assist all new teaching
assistants in making up syllabi, responding to student writing
and planning course activities.
Requirements for Retention
Graduate students must maintain a 3.0 (B) grade-point average
to remain in the M.A. program and to successfully complete
the degree. The general University requirements for the
master’s degree must be fulfilled. These include a minimum of
33 graduate credits beyond the bachelor’s degree, of which at
least 21 must be at the graduate level (courses numbered 500
and above). Courses at the 400 level taken for graduate credit
may also be credited toward the degree. Before students are
accepted as candidates for the M.A., additional hours may also
be required at the 300 and 400 level, especially of those whose
undergraduate major was not English. Up to six hours of
graduate credit taken in another department or at another
accredited institution may be accepted for graduate credit.
Each 400/500-level course that is taken at the 500 level must
be taught by a member of the graduate faculty or an adjunct to
the graduate faculty. No more than any two of these
cross-listed courses can be applied as 500-level courses to a
graduate student’s program. The M.A. program must consist of
at least 15 hours of regular 500-level courses and may include
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up to six hours of 400/500-level courses, and up to 12 hours of
400-level courses. The department does not require a thesis for
the master of arts degree, although candidates for the M.A.
with an emphasis in professional writing are required to submit
and have approved a portfolio of work written in their chosen
area of concentration.
Requirements for Graduation
Students may plan their graduate programs and coursework
along one of three lines. The first is a traditional curriculum of
literature courses that attempts to familiarize students with
most periods and genres of English and American literature.
The other two focus on specific areas of interest: professional
writing or English language (which may include graduate
courses in linguistics and/or composition and rhetoric). A
maximum of 18 hours in the field of specialization will count
toward the degree, but the students’ programs should include at
least 12 hours in the area of specialization.
Students entering the M.A. program are required to fulfill
a language requirement. They will be required to fulfill the
equivalent of two undergraduate years of the same foreign
language. Students who wish to take the ETS exam may do so.
They must pass this exam by scoring at the 50th percentile or
higher.
Professional writing students must submit a portfolio of
their work. The portfolio must be approved by the student’s
full committee and accepted by the graduate committee of the
department at the end of their last semester (or summer
session, under special circumstances).
The portfolio will be evaluated by a committee comprising
the student’s adviser, who will serve as chair, and two others;
one to be selected by the adviser and one to be selected by the
graduate committee. The department’s graduate calendar
indicates the deadline for selection of the committee.
The portfolio will consist of at least:
A. In the belles lettres concentration (one choice)
1. 40 pages of poetry.
2. 75 pages of fiction.
B. In the stage/screenwriting concentrations (one
choice)
1. Two one-act plays or one full-length play.
2. Two 30-minute TV scripts, or one 60-minute
TV script.
3. Two short-feature screenplays, or one
full-length screenplay.
C. In the print and electronic journalism
concentration (one choice)
1. 75 pages of mixed news and feature writing for
newspapers and magazines, including at least
one major article.
2. 50 pages of mixed news and feature writing for
newspapers and magazines, plus 25 pages of
radio and (or) TV newswriting, including at
least one major story or feature.
Note: Students are encouraged to include in their portfolio
some new work, done outside of class and submitted only to
the portfolio committee.
The portfolio will meet all applicable bibliographical
guidelines customary for the submission of work in the chosen
genre. A brief introduction may be included if the student
desires to place his or her work in a historical or other context,
or desires to explain some aspect of the work. A copy of the
Department of English Language and Literature
portfolio is to be made available to each member of the
committee. After approval, the student is to have one copy
bound for archival purposes.
If the committee decides that the portfolio fails to meet the
expected standards, the student has the option of resubmitting
the portfolio in another semester. A portfolio may not be
submitted a third time until the graduate committee reviews the
record and determines when the next attempt should be made.
In the event of a third failure, the graduate committee, after a
further review, may decide to require additional coursework or
writing work before the candidate may resubmit the portfolio.
Graduate students in English must also comply with the
general graduate academic requirements that are listed in the
School of Graduate Studies section of this catalog.
English Courses
100 Introductory Writing (3). The study and practice of the rhetorical
principles and basic skills of standard English prose, and critical reading.
Frequent writing exercises emphasize formulating a thesis, organization,
development and the grammatical elements of sentences. This course carries
no credit toward graduation in the College of Arts and Sciences. However, on
the recommendation of the instructor, a student may take the standard English
110 final examination. If, in the opinion of the Director of Freshman English
and two other readers, the student passes the examination with a B or better
grade, the student may receive English 110 credit.
100A Advanced English for Non-Native Speakers (3). The comprehensive
study and practice of standard English skills for advanced students of English
as a second language. College-level readings focusing on current issues serve
as the basis for frequent writing exercises and for classroom discussions and
presentations. This course carries no credit toward graduation in the College of
Arts and Sciences. Prerequisites: Applied Language Institute approval.
Offered: Fall/Winter/Summer.
100B Adv Academic Speaking/Listening Comprehension for Non-native
Spkr (3). The study and practice of understanding and speaking standard
American English, particularly in the college classroom. Exercises include
training in academic lecture comprehension and note taking as well as formal
(classroom presentation) and informal (conversation) English speaking. This
course carries no credit toward graduation in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Prerequisites: Applied Language Institute approval. Offered:
Fall/Winter/Summer.
100C Advanced Academic Reading & Vocabulary for Non-Native
Speakers (3). The study and practice of reading, and the development of
vocabulary, in academic-level English. Frequent reading exercises from a
variety of disciplines focus on critical thinking and reading skills and the
ability to conceptually identify unfamiliar vocabulary. This course carries no
credit toward graduation in the College of Arts and Sciences. Prerequisites:
Applied Language Institute approval. Offered: Fall/Winter/Summer.
100D Advanced Academic Grammar & Writing for Non-native Speakers
(3). The study and practice of grammatical structures and rhetorical principles
in standard English prose. Frequent short writing exercises emphasize critical
thinking and research skills as well as fluency and accuracy in academic
writing. This course carries no credit toward graduation in the College of Arts
and Sciences. Prerequisites: Applied Language Institute approval. Offered:
Fall/Winter/Summer.
100E Special Studies in Culture Research and Pedagogy for IGTA (1). The
study and practice of classroom teaching techniques, especially those that
compensate for non-standard English pronunciation. Exercises and
supplemental tutoring focus on lecture organization, strategies for clear
presentation, and improving pronunciation and conversation skills. The course
prepares students for a required videotaped lecture and the SPEAK test. This
course carries no credit toward graduation in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Offered: Every semester.
100F SS:Academic English/International Grad Teaching Assistants &
Appl (3).
100G Advanced Academic Grammar for Non-Native Speakers (3). The
study and practice of grammatical structures in standard English prose.
Frequent exercises emphasize mastery of all verb tenses and the relationship
between ideas and the construction of sentences in academic discourse. This
course carries no credit toward graduation in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Prerequisite: Applied Language Institute Offered: Fall/Winter/Summer
110 Freshman English I (3). The study and practice of analytical and critical
reading. The study of basic rhetorical principles and the practice of those
principles in frequent short papers; close reading of prose. Every semester.
110A Freshman English I for Non-native Speakers (3). The study and
practice of analytical and critical reading. The study of basic rhetorical
principles and the practice of those principles in frequent short papers; close
reading of prose. Prerequisites: Applied Language Institute approval. Offered:
Fall/Winter/Summer.
203 Introduction to Journalism (3). Readings from quality reporting in the
best American newspapers. Basic newswriting, style, techniques of
interviewing. Practical application in writing news and news feature articles
for newspapers.
204 Writing about Literature (1). This course is designed to be taken either
prior to or concurrent with a student’s first literature course. It introduces
students to literary criticism in its broadest, most generic sense, as a stylized
response to reading. Students in the course will be introduced to different
approaches to writing about literature, to methods of generating ideas, and
focusing and developing a topic. Prerequisite: English 110 or its equivalent.
211 Introduction to British Literature I (3). A survey of British literature
and culture from its beginnings to the mid-18th century, including works by
Chaucer and Milton. Required of all English majors.
213 Introduction to Drama (2-3). Beginning with an intensive study of a few
plays analyzed to elicit general principles, the course moves on to consider
several representative examples of each of the major periods and types of
Western drama, from the Greeks to the present. The two hour version of this
course will be offered only off-campus. Recommended for Non-Majors.
214 Introduction to Fiction (3). Emphasis in this course is on critical reading
of short stories and the novel selected from all periods of English, American,
and European literatures. The course will introduce the systematic study of
fiction as a literary genre and will equip students for more advanced work in
literature. Writing assignments are designed to aid in the understanding of the
structure and content of the material covered. Recommended for Non-Majors.
Every semester.
215 Introduction to Poetry (3). An introduction to the study of poetry for
students desiring a basic course either to develop a greater appreciation of
poetry or to prepare for more advanced courses in literature or creative writing.
Class discussions will focus on close readings of poems and analysis of poetic
techniques. Writing assignments will complement reading and class discussion
and will enable students to develop their own critical and creative skills.
Recommended for Non-Majors.
221 Introduction to British Literature II (3). A survey of British literature
and culture of the Romantic, Victorian, and Modernist periods, this course will
cover several genres including at least one novel from each period. Required of
all English majors. Semester offered: Every semester
225 English II (3). (Formerly English 120) The study and practice of
expository writing and analytical and critical reading. The writing focus is on
kinds of organization, diction, style, etc. more sophisticated than those
practiced in Freshman English I. Frequent research papers. Satisfactory
completion of English 110 and sophomore standing are prerequisites for
English 225. Every semester. NOTE: English 225 or its equivalent is a
prerequisite for all 300 and 400 level English courses.
299 Form and Structure of Writing (3). This course is required for students
who have twice failed the English Proficiency Test (WEPT) and is open only to
students who have failed the test at least once. The class will cover the basic
conventions of successful expository and academic writing. Emphasis will be
placed on methods of development and on strategies for organization. This
course satisfies neither the college humanities requirement nor the junior-level
writing requirement. Completion of the course with a grade of C or better does
fulfill the WEPT requirement for graduation, however, and renders students
eligible to enroll in courses designated Writing Intensive (WI). Does not count
toward graduation.
300 Interdisciplinary Studies:Cluster Course Offerings (3).
300CB CC: Women in a Man’s World: Gender, Sex & Status in Classcl
Antq (3).
300CD Cluster Course: American Social Film:Silver Screen&American
Dream (3).
300CE Cluster Course: Radical Changes Since 1945 (3). This cluster will
focus on modernism, post-modernism and expressionism in the visual arts and
literature since World War II. Common lectures will address intellectual
movements– such as existentialism and formalism–and cultural
development–such as the increased impact of technology and mass media–in
contemporary society. By focusing on these movements, the cluster course
hopes to provide an integrated view of the literature and visual arts of the
period and to draw upon analogous developments in contemporary
architecture, music, philosophy and film.
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300CG Cluster Course: Peoples & Communities in Western Civilization
(3). This cluster course will examine the origins and development of Western
civilization from the standpoint of the changing relationship of the individual
to his/her community as seen especially in the history, literature and visual arts
of successive worlds. Beginning with the origins of Western civilization in the
classical world of Greece, we will trace the impact of Christianity on the
renewed awareness of the classical outlook, and the radical changes caused by
the industrialization of the West. The course will conclude with a
consideration of the problems faced by 20th-century society and ongoing
efforts to understand and redefine the relationship between the individual and
her/his community.
300CI CC:Women’s Lives:An Exploration through Literature, Psych &
Soc (3). The purpose of this course is to explore the treatment of women in
literature by male and female writers in an attempt to discover the extent to
which literature is indeed an expression, perhaps even a yardstick, of society.
Approached thematically, the readings will consist of non fictional
psychological and sociological texts to be used as required resource material to
reflect the social atmosphere inherent in the literature.
300CJ Cluster Course: Aesthetic Issues in the Arts (3). This course will
consider a variety of aesthetic issues under such headings as intentions and
interpretations, humor, evaluation and criticism, and even the end of art, as
they are manifested in American literature. Outside American literature, such
provocative essays as Wimsatt and Beardsley’s “The Intentional Fallacy” and
Jacques Ehrmann’s “The Death of Literature” may be used to focus issues.
Inside American literature such essays as Emerson’s “The Poet” and Poe’s
“Philosophy of Composition” will be discussed. A variety of selections from
American literature will explore the range of that literature and test the
aesthetic issues. Lectures in other arts and in philosophy will be part of the
cluster course, and students will be continually invited to compare how
aesthetic principles are manifested in the different arts.
300CM Cluster Course: Barriers & Bridges: Understanding
Communication (3). This cluster course is designed to increase
communication between the physical sciences, social sciences and humanities
by examining the assumptions, methods and objectives of a variety of
academic disciplines in order to define the differences and connections
between them. Faculty from several departments will lecture on the theories
underlying their fields and then demonstrate them by focusing on the common
theme of the course: communication. Their presentations will cover such
topics as verbal and nonverbal language, denotation and connotation, logic,
proof and persuasion, and symbolic meaning in literature, myth and the arts.
300CO Cluster Course: Issues in Death and Dying (3). This course will
introduce students to several literary genres as well as to the techniques of
careful reading and clear writing. Students in this course will be exposed to a
broad selection of texts, which will be discussed individually and as they relate
various approaches to the subject of death and dying. By focusing on this
subject from a literary perspective students will be able to study the topic from
the inside, using a more subjective, emotional orientation which complements
the other two approaches. In the common sessions we will focus on how these
attitudes are conveyed and what effects they have on the reader.
300CS Cluster Course:Clio&the Other Muses:Hist&Culture 5th Cent
Athens (3). Faculty from at least two different departments (one of which
must be a department in the Division of Humanities including History) may
determine the topic and syllabus, subject to the approval of the director of
Integrated Studies and the program’s advisory committee in addition to the
approval of the departments involved. This special topics course will satisfy
the interdisciplinary course requirement for the B.A.
300CT CC:Dimensions of Holocaust:Literary, Historical & Religious (3).
This course explores the history and literature of the Holocaust. They are
considered in the context of the history of 19th and 20th-century Europe, and
followed to their aftermath in the form of political, theological, psychological
and artistic ramifications.
300CV CC: The Spectrum of Faith:An Introduction to Comparative
Religion (3).
300G Cluster Course:Manners,Manors and Morals,Women Life &
Literature (3).
301WI Writing and the Academy (3). This course examines social and
ethical issues raised by academic reading and writing. While some attention is
paid to the formal aspects of academic prose within specific disciplines, the
main emphasis of the course is on the cultural consequences of the different
ways that academic knowledge is created and taught. In addition to studying
the language and structure of academic reading and writing, the course
explores the various rhetorics of the academy in terms of a broad range of
subjects including economics, gender, education, history, and myth. This
course satisfies the junior-level writing requirement and counts towards the
writing minor. Prerequisites: English 110, 225 and successful completion of
the WEPT. Offered every semester.
302WI Critical/Evaluative Writing (3). The purpose of this course is to
develop and sharpen critical/ evaluative skills involved in writing about
literature and film. Several critical essays will be required. Prerequisites:
English 110, 225, and successful completion of the WEPT (effective FS93).
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304WI Writing and Technology (3). (Formerly English 230). This course
takes a student-centered approach to writing about and with technology. The
course examines the reciprocity of culture and technology in intersecting local
and global contexts. Course materials will vary depending on the instructor,
but all sections will use genres of technical writing to explore the relationships
between specific institutional and professional environments and such broader
issues as economics, gender, history, myth, and nature. Prerequisites: English
110, 225 and pass on WEPT. Offered: Every semester.
305WI Theory and Practice of Composition (3). (Formerly English 220). A
course in expository writing for the student with superior writing preparation
and ability. The work of the course will include readings on the nature of
language, the writing of frequent short essays and a long paper. Admittance by
consent of the instructor. (NOTE: Students may not receive credit for more
than one of the following: 305, 306, 403). Prerequisites: English 110, 225, and
successful completion of the WEPT (effective FS93). Offered: Every semester.
306WI Advanced Composition (3). (Formerly English 202). Further study of
writing for those who wish to continue the study beyond the two semesters of
composition. Emphasis will be placed on translating critical thinking into
effective writing. (NOTE: Students may not receive credit for more than one of
the following: 305, 306, 403). Required of business and public administration
majors. Prerequisites: English 110, 225, and successful completion of the
WEPT (effective FS93). Offered: Every semester.
310 Introduction to Linguistics/Language Science (3). This course is a
comprehensive introduction to the theory, methodology, and applications of the
science of language. It examines properties of human language, covers all
branches of language science, and provides a foundation for a critical
understanding of language issues. Required for English 470; recommended for
English 320 and 330.
311 American Literature I (3). A survey of American literature and culture
between 1620 and 1865, with emphasis on the period from 1830-1865,
covering writers such as Copper, Poe, Hawthorne, Melville, Stowe, Douglass,
Whitman, Emerson, Sedgwick, and Thoreau. Required of all English majors.
312 Creative Writing I Fiction (3). A course centered on the short story.
Emphasis is placed on three areas: general principles governing the writing of
fiction; practice in short fiction (primarily the short story, but including the
novella); criticism; and technical skills (including editing and rewriting).
313WI Reporting (3). A seminar of practical application in advanced
reporting. Assignments to cover news events and to pursue in-depth news
reports on the campus and off. Work is turned in on deadline and critiqued by
the instructor. Prerequisites: English 110, 225, and successful completion of
the WEPT (effective FS93).
315 Creative Writing Poetry (3). Writing and rewriting poems, with
discussion of techniques needed to produce desired effects. Analysis and
evaluation of student work. Examination of technical means utilized in
selected poems by accomplished poets. Offered: Winter.
316WI Literary Nonfiction (3). Literary Nonfiction is a writing intensive
course in the reading and writing of nonfiction prose as a literary art. We’ll
survey the historical development of literary nonfiction (especially the essay),
sample contemporary authors of the genre, write critical commentary on works
we read, and compose personal essays of our own. The course is not
exclusively a literary seminar nor a creative writing workshop, but seeks to mix
and make connections between these modes, in the tradition of the essay itself.
Prerequisites are English 110,225,and completion of the WEPT.
318 Bible as Literature (3). A critical study of the major portions of the Old
and New Testaments and the Apocrypha, with special attention to the
development of literature from oral tradition, the literary genres, themes and
archetypes represented in the collection, and the diction and style which have
influenced later literature. Consideration also of the relation of Biblical
literature to the historical, religious, and cultural milieu of the ancient Near
East.
319 Myth and Literature (3). A study of classical myth including readings
from Homer to Ovid, analysis of selected myths in later literature, art and
music, and a study of contemporary definitions and approaches to myth.
320 Structure of English (3). Not a remedial grammar course. Methods of
linguistic inquiry and grammatical description. Study of traditional and
modern schools of syntax, especially transformational grammar. Practice
describing the structure of sentences. Application to the teaching of grammar
in high schools.
321 American Literature II (3). A continuation of 311. A survey of
American literature and culture from 1865 to the end of WWII, covering
writers such as Dickinson, Twain, Hughes, Stevens, Hurston, Faulkner,
O’Neill, and Moore. Required of all English majors. Semester offered: Every
Semester
323 Shakespearean Drama (3). An intensive critical study of 12 of the
representative major plays, including history plays, comedies, tragedies, and
tragicomedies; an extensive reading of two to four significant plays in each of
these categories. Elizabethan stage conditions and social background are also
considered. Required of all English majors.
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329 Film as Art (3). An application and formulation of critical approaches to
the major artistic achievements of the important creators of this modern
aesthetic form – D.W. Griffith, Chaplin, Hitchcock, Bergman, Einstein,
Kubrick.
330 History of the English Language (3). The study of English beginning
with the Indo-European language family up to and including varieties of
English spoken around the world today. Both outer history and the inner
history of phonology, morphology, syntax, and lexicon will be addressed.
331 African American Literature Survey I (3). This course provides a
survey of African American literature from its beginnings to the “ Harlem
Renaissance of the 1920’s and ’30’s . Areas of interest will include abolitionist
literature (especially Slave Narratives), turn -of-the-century literature and the
Harlem Renaissance. This course will examine any or all of the following
literary forms: fiction, poetry, drama, autobiography and essay. It will view
African American literature in its historical and cultural contexts. Prerequisite:
None.
332 African American Novel (3). This course will examine the African
American Novel in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries; the emphasis will be
on the period from the 1920’s to the present. The novels will be examined in
their historical and cultural contexts. Prerequisite: None. Offered: On demand.
333 African American Literature Survey II (3). This course examines
modern and contemporary African American Literature from the 1930’s to the
present. Areas of emphasis will include the Harlem Renaissance,
contemporary writers, the use or ”Vernacular“ language and motifs, and
relationships between African American male and female writers. The course
will view the literature in its historical and cultural contexts and might include
any or all of the following literacy forms: fiction, poetry, drama,
autobiography, essay. attention may also be given to the study of such cultural
forms as music, folktale, and film. Prerequisite: None:
335 Techniques of English Poetry (3). Study of key critical works that
illuminate problems in English prosody. Particular attention will be paid to the
way in which form and meter during specific periods determine and reflect
philosophical points of view. The course will include a detailed study of
metrical and stanzaic patterns from John Skelton to the present. On demand.
336 Contemporary American Literature (3). An intensive study of
American literature since World War II, concentrating on the profound literary
changes following that war, as a new kind of poetry, fiction and drama emerges
which chronicles the simultaneous dissolution of old values and the efforts to
establish new ones. Writers such as Lowell, Roethke, Ginsberg, Ellison,
Salinger, Bellow, Mailer, Baldwin, Flannery O’Connor, Pynchon, Katherine
Anne Proter, Heller, Richard Wright, Tennessee Williams, Arthur Miller, and
Edward Albee will be considered along with others, as American writing
develops in our time.
341 Women in Literature (3). A study of the treatment of women in literature
by both male and female writers. The course will focus on gender-related
questions of content and style, in an attempt to come to a clearer understanding
of both the myths and realities of women’s place, in past and present writings
of western culture. Offered: On demand.
350 The Rise of the English Novel (3). A detailed examination of the
development of the novel in the 18th-century. The course emphasizes the
political and social situations which caused the novel to evolve from such
predecessors as the picaresque story and the romance. Particular attention is
paid to the novels of Defoe, Richardson, Fielding, Smollett, Sterne and Austen.
Offered: On demand.
351 Special Readings (1-3). Readings in a period, genre or theme to be
selected by the instructor with attention to the needs of students who are
interested in literary topics not covered in regular offerings. Proposals for a
course in such readings require the approval of the department.
352P Critical Approaches to the Short Story (4). In this course the student
will explore the short story as a literary genre. Stories will range from the early
masters such as Chekov, Kafka, and Hawthorne through contemporary
offerings from Lessing, Mishima, and Achebe. Several critical approaches will
be presented including formalism, New Historicism, and race/class/gender
criticism. Students will keep a reading journal covering all material read for
the course, and will be assessed on the basis of this journal, a mid-term and a
final examination. Prerequisites: None.
353PW Critical Review & Evaluation of Fiction & Film (Writing
Intensive) (4). The weekend component of this block meets one weekend per
month for a total of 70 contact hours. The goal of the course is to improve
students’ writing skills along with their ability to read and analyze texts, both
literary and cinematic. During the course students will read four novels and a
set of critical essays, one for each weekend, which will be followed by viewing
and discussing a film adaptation of the novel in class. Various critical
approaches will be included in the reading and will be discussed in class in an
effort to enable students to apply these critical principles in their own critical
essays. Because the class meets only one weekend per month and a process
approach to writing is utilized, students will be encouraged to use the facilities
of the internet to share drafts of their essays with their peer revision group
members and with the instructors during the weeks between class meetings.
Students will bring revised drafts of their work to the weekend meeting where
a significant amount of class time will be spent in writing workshops. Students
will be assessed on the basis of their portfolios of critical writing consisting of
four major essays and an extensive cover letter, their reading/viewing journals,
and their participation, both in class and in peer response groups.
Prerequisites: WEPT. Offered: I weekend/month for 4 months.
354P Masterpieces of Fiction (4). The goal of this independent study is to
provide the student with time and space to read and respond to 7-9 critically
acclaimed and classic novels. Students will be allowed to choose the novels
they wish to read from a list of 50 that will be provided by the instructors. This
course must be taken in conjunction with at least one of the other two courses
in this block in order to ensure that the student has exposure to literary theory.
Students will be assessed on the basis of their response journal, casual oral
examination, and a critical essay. Prerequisites: None.
355 The Novel 1800-1900 (3). A study of the outstanding English and
American novelists of the 19th-century, especially Dickens, Thackeray, the
Brontes, Hawthorne, Melville, Hardy, James, Eliot, and Trollope. Offered: On
demand.
360 The Modern Novel (3). A study of the 20th-century novel, American,
British and Continental, with attention to the development of fiction during this
century. This course deals with novelists principally active before 1930, such
as Conrad, James Joyce, Kafka, Hemingway, Lawrence, Woolf, Mann,
Fitzgerald, and others. Offered: Fall.
365 Contemporary Novel (3). This course deals with novelists principally
active since 1930 such as Faulkner, Camus, Cary, Dos Passos, West, Heller,
Barth, Greene, Lessing, Solzhenitsyn and other post-World War II writers.
400CA Cluster Course:Images of the Human Body in Renaissance (3).
Focusing on Renaissance conceptions of the human body, this cluster treats the
following topics as they are reflected in Renaissance literature, art, astrology,
astronomy, biology, anatomy, medicine and politics: A) The dignity of the
human body B) Microcosm and macrocosm C) The human body and the
heavens D) Stranger manifestations: freaks and beasts E) The humors F)
Disorders of the human body G) The body politic H) The human body as an
object of study
400CB England King’s and Shakespeare’s:Literature, History, Film (3).
The aim of this cluster course is to study the historical and dramatic personae
of selected English kings: John, Richard II, Henry IV, Henry V, Henry VI,
Richard III, and Henry VIII. In common sessions History and English will
alternate lectures. The English focus will be on Shakespeare’s two tetralogies
and individual histories, discussing significant themes, characters, and
performance elements. Students will also be asked to familiarize themselves
with the critical commentaries on these plays, especially recent theoretical
studies about politics and gender construction. Film versions of the plays will
be shown to demonstrate how directorial interpretation influences an
audience’s perception of these kings and their worlds. In addition to two exams
and shorter written exercises, students will be required to write an
interdisciplinary essay. Graduate students will be expected to write longer,
more extensively researched papers.
400CF Cluster Course: Courts and Culture in the High Middle Ages (3).
This cluster course links history and English in a study of royal courts from the
11th, 12th, and 13th centuries, considering the political and cultural issues
associated with each court and reading the literature. The first point of
common focus will be the 11th-century court of William the Conqueror
(1066-87), Norman duke and English monarch, a ruler who represents both the
last movement of Scandinavian expansion and the beginnings of a feudal
monarchy. The second focus will be on Henry II of England (1154-89), whose
court exemplifies religious-secular tension in the Becket controversy and the
patronage of thinkers like John of Salisbury. Two courts from the 13th century
will be studied, the first that of Fredrick II (1215 -50), and the second that of
Louis IX of France (1226-70).
400CH Cluster Course:The Story of Language (3). This course provides an
overview of language and an introduction to language history, specifically that
of the Indo-European family. We will examine the development of Slavic,
Germanic, and Romance languages and consider their relationship to other
languages including English. The latter part of the course will trace the
evolution of modern American English.
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400CQ Cluster Course: Sinai and Olympus: Two Views of Man and God
(3). An examination of the two distinct views of the universe and the place of
man and God in it as reflected in the literature of the Hebrews and the Greeks.
A comparison of the various types of creative expression such as philosophy,
historical writing, drama, rhetoric, and law. Readings are in English.
401WI Feature Writing (3). Survey of the techniques of news feature writing
and practical application in writing the news feature, the historical feature,
travel, personal feature, etc. Assignments are given each week and student
manuscripts read in class. Prerequisites: English 110, 225, and successful
completion of the WEPT (effective WS98).
402 Newspaper Editing (3). Practical laboratory experience in newspaper
copy editing, simulating actual newsroom problems and practices, with
emphasis on handling wire service stories; grammar and newspaper style;
reporter accuracy, fairness, and avoidance of libel; news management; layout
and production; headline writing.
403WI Writing in Cultural Contexts (3). This course focuses on writings
that evolve from cultural, intercultural, and natural environments and offers
development of students’ critical reading, writing, and thinking skills by
focusing on rhetorical situations and the more global contexts of writing.
Students enhance their understanding of leadership and cooperation through
synthesizing their knowledge and abilities of written communication with
knowledge they have gained in other courses. Required for business students.
Offered for undergraduate credit only. (Note: Students may not receive credit
for more than one of the following: 305, 306, 403). Prerequisites: Engl 110
and 225 or equivalent and successful completion of the WEPT (effective
FS93). Offered: Every semester.
410 Black Women Writers (3). This course explores the writings of African
American Women Writers. The course examines how these writers have
interacted with and often revised stereotypical representations of African
American womanhood typically found within canonical and African American
male literatures. The course will examine literature (which might include
fiction, poetry, autobiography, and drama) of the nineteenth and twentieth
centuries; the majority of the works will be by modern and contemporary
authors such as Nella Larsen, Zora Neale Hurston, Toni Morrison, and Terry
McMillan. By placing the works in this sort of cultural and historical context,
it will be possible to examine the unique tradition of African American
women’s writing as well as individual texts. Prerequisite: None.
412 Chaucer (3). Readings from Chaucer’s most important works, especially
”The Canterbury Tales“ and ”Troilus and Criseyde“ with emphasis on them as
types of medieval genres and on the Middle English language. Prerequisite:
English 211 or permission of the instructor. This prerequisite applies only to
undergraduate students.
413 Renaissance Poetry and Prose I (3). English literature from the time of
Wyatt and Surrey to the beginning of the 17th century, including the works of
Spenser, Marlowe, Sidney, Shakespeare and others. Prerequisite: English 211
or permission of the instructor. This prerequisite applies only to undergraduate
students.
414 Milton (3). A study of Milton’s prose and poetry, with special attention to
”Paradise Lost“. Prerequisite: English 211 or permission of the instructor. This
prerequisite applies only to undergraduate students. Offered: On demand.
415 18th Century English Literature I (3). English literature in its critical
and historical context during the age of sensibility, covering the Restoration to
the mid-century, with primary emphasis upon Dryden, Swift and Pope, but
with due consideration of figures such as Rochester and Defoe. Prerequisite:
English 211 or permission of the instructor. This prerequisite applies only to
undergraduate students. Offered: On demand.
416 The Romantic Period (3). An extensive study of selected writers (such as
Austen, Barbauld, Byron, Coleridge, Hazlitt, Hemans, Keats, Gilpin, the
Shelleys, Wollstonecraft, and Wordworth) organized around literary themes
and/or cultural issues important to the Romantic period. Prerequisite: English
221 or permission of the instructor. This prerequisite applies only to
undergraduate students.
417 Modern Poetry (3). Study of works my modernist poets such as Hopkins,
Yeats, Frost, Stevens, Willimas, Moore, Pound, H.D., Eliot, Millay, Hughes.
Offered: On demand.
418 Major American Writers I (3). An intensive study of either selected
major American writers in the 19th-century or of 19th-century literary
movements. Prerequisite: English 311 or permission of the instructor. This
prerequisite applies only to undergraduate students. Offered: On demand.
422 Medieval Literature (3). Western religious and secular verse and prose,
to the 15th-century. Late Middle English works are read in the original; all
other selections in translation. Prerequisite: English 211 or permission of the
instructor. This prerequisite applies only to undergraduate students. Offered:
On demand.
423 Renaissance Poetry and Prose II (3). English literature from 1600 to the
beginning of the Restoration, including the works of Donne, Jonson, Milton
and other contemporaries. Prerequisite: English 211 or permission of the
instructor. This prerequisite applies only to undergraduate students. Offered:
On demand.
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425 18th-Century English Literature II (3). English literature in its critical
and historical context from 1750 to 1798. The Age of Sensibility emphasizes
Dr. Johnson and his circle and also the striking modification of neoclassical
critical views in the work of poets such as Gray, Collins and Blake.
Prerequisite: English 211 or permission of the instructor. This prerequisite
applies only to undergraduate students. Offered: On demand.
426 The Victorian Period (3). An intensive study of selected writers (such as
Arnold, Braddon, the Brontes, the Brownings, Dickens, Darwin, Eliot,
Gaskell, Hardy, Ruskin, and the Rossettis) organized around literary themes
and/or cultural issues important to the Victorian period. Prerequisite: English
221 or permission of the instructor. This prerequisite applies only to
undergraduate students.
427 Contemporary Poetry (3). Study of works by contemporary poets (post
World War II), such as Auden, Bishop, Hayden, Berryman, Rukeyser, Larkin,
Rich, Plath, Heaney, Boland, Komunyakaa. Offered: On demand.
428 Major American Writers II (3). Major writers or literary movements of
the 20th century. Prerequisite: English 321 or permission of the instructor.
This prerequisite applies only to undergraduate students. Offered: On demand.
429 Screenwriting I (3). An introductory course in the craft of writing
screenplays for movies and television. Emphasis is placed on both the genesis
of screenplay ideas and the practical considerations of executing them. Close
attention is paid to the inherent differences in writing a script for film versus
television. Students are expected to master fundamental screenwriting
techniques. The aim is to complete at least one rough draft for a full-length
film. Prerequisite: English 329 or permission of the instructor. This
prerequisite applies only to undergraduate students.
430WI Advanced Technical Writing (3). This course is designed for those
who plan to do or teach professional, business or technical writing. Beginning
with a brief background in the history of technical writing, the course will deal
with current theories and methods of teaching technical and professional
writing, and will cover such areas as business usage; technical linguistic
problems and theories; the language of contracts, specifications, and other
binding documents; and computer-oriented problems. Prerequisite: Successful
completion of the WEPT (effective FS93). Offered: Every semester.
432 Advanced Creative Writing Prose (3). A course for advanced students
of fiction writing. Open to students who have taken English 312 or its
equivalent. The class will proceed through analysis of models, discussion of
general principles, critique of student work. Students will simultaneously be
encouraged to experiment and to refine the form and subjects best suited to
their talents. Emphasis will remain on the short story, though there may be
units in other forms–novella, film script, the non-fiction essay.
435 Advanced Creative Writing Poetry (3). A transitional course that will
lead the students from their first attempts at poetry toward professional
competence. The students will be encouraged to work in traditional forms as
well as to test freer options. The course will help them to establish critical
criteria and to self-edit. They will assemble a polished portfolio of work by the
end of the semester. Open to students who have taken English 315 or its
equivalent.
440 American Culture (3). Texts that offer perspectives on key historical
themes of American culture. Texts may be grouped around any culturally
significant principle (e.g. region, race, gender, class, ethnicity, religion) or
theme (e.g. the mythology of the frontier, marriage and domesticity, the
American Dream). The course may be taken twice for credit, providing
substantive changes in topics. Prerequisites: 311 and 321 or permission of the
instructor. These prerequisites apply only to undergraduate students. Offered:
On demand.
445 History and Principles of Rhetoric (3). A study of selected writings of
ancient, and modern rhetoricians illustrating key issues in the development of
Western discourse theory and practice. Issues examined include the
relationships between rhetoric and knowledge, orality and literacy, and rhetoric
and poetics. Attention will also be given to the implications of rhetorical
theory for modern language instruction. Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall
1998 and on demand.
447 Introduction to Literary Criticism (3). An introduction to major schools
or methods of literary criticism. The first third of the course is an historical
overview of criticism from Aristotle to Northrup Frye. The remainder of the
semester is devoted to a study of genetic, formalist, mimetic, affective,
intertextual, and deconstructionist approaches. Prerequisite: Junior or senior
status and six hours of literature.
448 Professional Writing Program External Internship (1-3). These
internships combine academic work with practical experience gained interning
at leading communications businesses in the metropolitan area. On the
academic side, interns are required to submit work in their chosen
communications field for evaluation by the faculty of the Professional Writing
Program. On the external side, students gain valuable practical experience in
the areas of print and electronic journalism, business communications,
technical writing, book publishing and features syndication. Internships are
granted on a competitive basis. References are required. No student may be
awarded more than one such internship. References and permission of the
instructors are required. Prerequisite: None.
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449 Publication Practicum (1-3). This course provides practical experience
with New Letters magazine, New Letters on the Air, and BkMk Press in
business analysis/reporting, copy-editing, manuscript evaluation,
promotion/grant development, library research, market research, and other
skills. The practicum is limited to two students per semester, to be chosen on
the basis of demonstrated writing and organizational skills. References are
required. May be taken for no more than three credit hours over a maximum of
two semesters. Permission of the instructors required. Prerequisite: None.
450 Special Readings (1-3). Intensive individual readings in a field, genre or
individual figure to be selected by a student or a group of students in
consultation with an instructor willing to direct the project. Generally limited
to graduating seniors who have completed the majority of the work for their
major. Not open to students in their first semester at UMKC. May be repeated
for credit. No more than six hours of independent study (exclusive of English
499) may be used to fulfill the 33-hour requirement for the English major.
Offered: Every semester. Arrangements must be made prior to registration.
451 Shakespeare Comedies and Histories (3). A study of Shakespeare’s
major comedies and history plays with special emphasis on his dramatic works
before 1600. Prerequisites: English 211 and 323 or permission of the
instructor. These prerequisites apply only to undergraduate students.
452 Early English Drama (3). English religious and secular drama prior to
Shakespeare. Mystery and morality plays are studied with emphasis on their
literary and social backgrounds. Close reading of such works as ”Everyman“,
”The Wakefield Second Shepherd’s Play“ and ”The Spanish Tragedy.“
Prerequisites” English 211 and 323 or permission of the instructor. These
prerequisites apply only to undergraduate students. On demand.
453 Modern Drama, 1880-1945 (3). A study of modern drama: Continental,
British, and American, including history and development, critical theory, and
literary evaluation. This course will focus on the earlier modern playwrights
from Ibsen and Shaw, with special attention to naturalism. Offered: On
demand.
455 Studies in the Novel 1740 - 1900 (3). An intensive study of no more than
three major novelists of the eighteenth or nineteenth century. The content of
the course will change, depending on the instructor. Prerequisite: The
completion of six hours of literature or permission of the instructor.
460 Special Offerings (1-4). The visiting professor who gives this course
determines what its content shall be. All aspects of literature and linguistics
are within its possible range. On demand.
461 Shakespeare Tragedies and Romances (3). A study of Shakespeare’s
major tragedies and late romances with special emphasis on his dramatic
literature after 1600. Prerequisites: English 211 and 323 or permission of the
instructor. These prerequisites apply only to undergraduate students. Offered:
On demand.
462 Restoration and 18th Century Drama (3). The drama after the
restoration of the monarchy and the reopening of the theaters through the
18th-century. Special emphasis is placed on the comedy of manners and the
heroic drama in the Restoration and the sentimental comedy in the
18th-century. Includes such playwrights as Dryden, Congreve, Etherege,
Wycherley, Steele, Lillo, Cumberland, Sheridan, and Goldsmith. Prerequisite:
English 211 or permission of the instructor. This prerequisite applies only to
undergraduate students. On demand.
463 Contemporary Drama II (3). A study of contemporary drama:
Continental, British, and American, including history and development, critical
theory and literary evaluation. This course will focus on the more recent
writers, including the absurdists, with special attention to experimental drama.
This course is a continuation of English 453. Offered: On demand.
465 Studies in the Modern Novel (3). An intensive study of no more than
three major twentieth century novelists. The content of the course will change,
depending on the instructor. Prerequisite: The completion of six hours of
literature or permission of the instructor.
470 Introduction to Descriptive Linguistics (3). General introduction to
linguistics science. Linguistic analysis, structures and change. Language
families. Historical reconstruction. Generative grammar. Prerequisite: English
310 or permission of instructor. The prerequisite only applies to undergraduate
students. Prerequisite: 310. Offered: On demand.
481 European Literature: Renaissance Period (3). The Renaissance course
will focus on representative works from authors such as Aristo, Tasso,
Lazarillo de Tormes, Cervantes, Rabalais, Castiglione, Erasmus, Montaigne,
Bruno, Marini, Petrarch, St. John of the Cross, Michelangelo, Ronsard, and Du
Bellay. Prerequisite: 6 hours of literature or permission of the instructor.
482 European Literature: 18th Century (3). The 18th-century course will
focus on a representative sampling from authors such as Corneille, Racine,
Moliere, Voltaire, Prevost, La Bruyere, La Rochefoucauld, Montesquieu,
Diderot, Rousseu, Schiller, Goethe, and Grimmelshausen. Prerequisite: 6
hours of literature or permission of the instructor.
483 European Literature: 19th Century (3). The 19th century course will
focus on representative works from authors such as Stendhal, Balzac, Flaubert,
Zola, Lermontov, Gogol, Tolstoy, Dostoyevsky, Kleist, Hoffman, Hugo, and
Monzoni. Prerequisite: 6 hours of literature or permission of the instructor.
499 Senior Tutorial (3). A three-hour comprehensive reading and research
tutorial (to be taken during the student’s final semester) leading to the writing
of a senior paper. A requirement for all English majors. For regular English
majors and those with an emphasis in secondary education, the paper will be a
critical or scholarly study of 20-25 pages. For journalism and creative writing
students, the paper will be a creative writing project of similar length.
Prerequisite: Students must have completed all core requirements before
enrolling in this course. Each semester.
499WI Senior Tutorial (3). A comprehensive reading and research tutorial (to
be taken during the student’s final semester) leading to the writing of a senior
paper. A requirement for all English majors. For regular English majors and
those with an emphasis in secondary education, the paper will be a critical or
scholarly study of 20-25 pages. For journalism and creative writing students,
the paper will be a creative writing project of similar length. Prerequisite:
Students must have completed all core requirements and WEPT before
enrolling in this course (effective FS93). Offered: Fall and winter.
500 Introduction to Graduate Study in English (3). Introduction to the
kinds of scholarship related to the study of literature: (1) establishment of text:
analytical bibliography and editing problems; (2) use of the library: familiarity
with major reference tools including professional journals, microform and
books.
501 Magazine Editing (3). A course combining academic study of editorial
management, publishing operations and language skills, with “hands on”
experience in article evaluation, editing, magazine production and legal
matters such as copy right and libel. Class work concentrates on authentic and
effective language use, with attention given to copy editing, grammar,
typography, printing processes, financing and distribution, for commercial and
small-press publications.
502 Magazine Nonfiction (3). This course emphasizes the origination and
execution of nonfiction magazine articles for a variety of publications. Special
attention is given to successful queries, and the various writing techniques
required for different kinds or articles. Students learn re-structuring and
revision and the legalities affecting writers. Students are expected to complete
three publishable articles.
503 Old English (3). Study and the reading of Old English of a wide range of
Old English prose and poetry, beginning with less difficult works and
terminating with Beowulf.
504 Radio and Television Writing (3). A course in how to write scripts, both
dramatic and comic, for radio and television. Special emphasis is placed on the
genesis and continuation of the radio and television series. Principles of
dramaturgy for broadcast media are also stressed. Students are expected to
write at least one broadcast play, and the pilots for at least three series.
Attention will also be given to the marketing of broadcast scripts and to local
production of their writing.
510 Black Women Writers (3). This course explores the writings of African
American Women Writers. The course examines how these writers have
interacted with and often revised stereotypical representations of African
American womanhood typically found within canonical and African American
male literatures. The course will examine literature (which might include
fiction, poetry, autobiography, and drama) of the nineteenth and twentieth
centuries; the majority of the works will be by modern and contemporary
authors such as Nella Larsen, Zora Neale Hurston, Toni Morrison, and Terry
McMillan. By placing the works in this sort of cultural and historical context,
it will be possible to examine the unique tradition of African American
women’s writings as well as individual texts.
512 Chaucer (3). Readings from Chaucer’s most important works, especially
“The Canterbury Tales” and “Troilus and Criseyede” with emphasis on them as
types of medieval genres and on the Middle English language. Students will
make in-class presentations and submit papers requiring research and
bibliographical work.
513 Renaissance Poetry and Prose I (3). English literature from the time of
Wyatt and Surrey to the beginning of the 17th century, including the works of
Spenser, Marlowe, Sidney, Shakespeare and others. Students will make
in-class presentations and submit papers requiring research and bibliographical
work.
514 Milton (3). A study of Milton’s prose and poetry, with special attention to
“paradise Lost”. Students will make in-class presentations and submit papers
requiring research and bibliographical work.
515 18th Century Literature I (3). English literature in its critical and
historical context during the age of sensibility, covering the Restoration to the
mid-18th century, with primary emphasis upon Dryden, Swift and Pope, but
with due consideration of figures such as Rochester and Defoe. Students will
make in-class presentations and submit papers requiring research and
bibliographical work.
516 The Romantic Period (3). An extensive study of selected writers (such as
Austen, Barbauld, Byron, Coleridge, Hazlitt, Hemans, Keats, Gilpin, the
Shelleys, Wollstonecraft, and Wordworth) organized around literary themes
and/or cultural issues important to the Romantic period. Prerequisite: English
221 or permission of the instructor. This prerequisite applies only to
undergraduate students.
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517 Modern Poetry (3). Study of works by modernist poets such as Hopkins,
Yeats, Frost, Stevens, Williams, Moore, Pound, H.D., Eliot, Millay, Hughes.
Students will make in class presentations and submit papers requiring research
and bibliographic work.
518 Major American Writers I (3). An intensive study of either selected
major American writers in the 19th-century or of 19th-century literary
movements. Students will make in-class presentations and submit papers
requiring research and bibliographical work.
519 Problems in Teaching English (3). This course focuses on issues related
to the teaching of English at the high school and college levels, with an
emphasis on the teaching of writing. Issues addressed may include assignment
design, teaching invention and revision, response to and evaluation of writing,
collaborative learning, relationships between reading and writing, classroom
uses of electronic media, and institutional contexts within which teachers
work. The course is required of Teaching Assistants in the UMKC
Composition Program, to be taken either prior to or concurrently with their
first semester of teaching. Secondary English teachers and others interested in
English teaching are also welcome.
520 Greater Kansas City Writing Project (3). Studies in methods and
objectives for the teaching of English with special attention to secondary
school teaching.
522 Medieval Literature (3). Western religious and secular verse and prose,
to the 15th-century. Late Middle English works are read in the original; all
other selections in translation. Students will make in-class presentations and
submit papers requiring research and bibliographical work.
523 Renaissance Poetry and Prose II (3). English literature from 1600 to the
beginning of the Restoration, including the works of Donne, Jonson, Milton,
and other contemporaries. Students will make in-class presentations and
submit papers requiring research and bibliographical work.
524 18th-Century English Literature II (3). English literature in its critical
and historical contexts from 1750 to 1798. The Age of Sensibility emphasizes
Dr. Johnson and his circle and also the striking modification of neoclassical
critical views in the work of poets such as Gray, Collins and Blake. Students
will make in-class presentations and submit papers requiring research and
bibliographical work.
524A Colonial and Post Colonial South Asia (3). South Asian historians
have very effectively applied many new approaches to the study of the past to
modern Indian and Sri Lankan history. This course examines topics and
debates in this literature as they bear on the methods and practices of the
historian. The topics to be investigated include the nature of colonial rule, the
nation-state, and ethnicity. Students will be introduced to issues of
methodology, periodization and explanation posed by the relationship between
colonial and post-colonial South Asia. The case studies will be drawn from
twentieth century India and Sri Lanka, but the topics are of relevance to
students of other regions and disciplines.
526 The Victorian Period (3). An intensive study of selected writers (such as
Arnold, braddon, the Brontes, the Brownings, Dickens, Darwin, Eliot, Gaskell,
Hardy, Ruskin, and the Rossettis) organized around literary themes and/or
cultural issues important to the Victoria period. Prerequisite: English 221 or
permission of the instructor. This prerequisite applies only to undergraduate
students.
527 Contemporary Poetry (3). Study of works by contemporary poets (post
World War II), such as Auden, Bishop, Hayden, Berryman, Rukeyser, Larkin,
Rich, Plath, Heaney, Boland, Komunyakaa. Students will make in class
presentations and submit papers requiring research and bibliographic work.
528 Major American Writers II (3). Major American writers or literary
movements of the 20th-century. Students will make in-class presentations and
submit papers requiring research and bibliographical work.
529 Screenwriting II (3). This advanced screenwriting course should allow
students to complete a rough draft of a screenplay that they have begun in
another course or on their own. It can also be used as a course in which a play
or short story is transformed into a screenplay. Students are expected to be
familiar with screenwriting techniques and formats and with cinematic
concepts before they enroll in this course. Prerequisite: English 429 or
permission of instructor.
540 American Culture (3). Texts that offer perspectives on key historical
themes of American culture. Texts may be grouped around any culturally
significant principle (e.g. region, race, gender, class, ethnicity, religion) or
theme (e.g. the mythology of the frontier, marriage and domesticity, the
American Dream). Students will make in-class presentations and submit
papers requiring research and bibliographical work. Offered: On demand.
545 History and Principles of Rhetoric (3). A study of selected writings of
ancient and modern rhetoricians illustrating key issues in the development of
Western discourse theory and practice. Issues examined include the
relationships between rhetoric and knowledge, orality and literacy, and rhetoric
and poetics. Attention will also be given to the implications of rhetorical
theory for modern language instruction. Students will make in-class
presentations and submit papers requiring research and bibliographical work.
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547 Introduction to Literary Criticism (3). An introduction to major schools
or methods of literary criticism. The first third of the course is an historical
overview of criticism from Aristole to Northrup Frye. The remainder of the
semester is devoted to a study of genetic, formalist, mimetic, affective,
intertextual, and deconstrucionist approaches. Students will make in-class
presentations and submit papers requiring research and bibliographical work.
550 Graduate Seminar (3). Authors, works and intellectual currents which
form the basis of these seminars may vary from semester to semester,
depending upon the instructor’s design for the course. May be repeated for
credit. Composition & Rhetoric Course 550 covers the first halves of periods
which naturally fall in two parts. Continued in English 555.
550A Graduate Seminar Medieval Literature I (3).
550B Graduate Seminar Renaissance Literature I (3).
550C Graduate Seminar Neo-Classical Literature I (3).
550D Graduate Seminar 19th Century Literature I (3).
550E Graduate Seminar American Literature I (3).
550F Graduate Seminar Modern Literature I (3).
550G Graduate Seminar Literary Criticism (3).
550H Graduate Seminar Studies in Fiction I (3).
550I Graduate Seminar in Dramatic Literature I (3).
550J Graduate Seminar: History of the English Language (3).
550K Graduate Seminar: Creative Writing Prose (3).
550M Graduate Seminar in Rhetoric and Composition (3).
550P Graduate Seminar: Sociolinguistics and Dialectology (3). Seminar
focusing on the role of social factors in language use, and on the origin and
development of regional and urban dialects in English. Special attention will
be paid to sociolinguistic motivations for change, variation and merger in
dialects and languages in contact, and Black English. Offered: On demand.
550R Seminar in Comparative Literature: Pre-Eighteenth Century (3).
This course will focus on representative works, authors, periods or genres from
ancient and/or European literature prior to the eighteenth century.
551 Shakespeare Comedies and Histories (3). A study of Shakespeare’s
major comedies and history plays with special emphasis on his dramatic works
before 1600. Students will make in-class presentations and submit papers
requiring research and bibliographical work.
552 Early English Drama (3). English religious and secular drama prior to
Shakespeare. Mystery and morality plays are studied with emphasis on their
literary and social backgrounds. Close readings of such works as “Everyman”,
“The Wakefield Second Shepherd’s Play” and “The Spanish Tragedy.”
Students will make in-class presentations and submit papers requiring research
and bibliographical work.
553 Modern Drama 1880-1945 (3). A study of modern drama: Continental,
British, and American, including history and development, critical theory, and
literary evaluation. This course will focus on the earlier modern playwrights
from Ibsen and Shaw, with special attention to naturalism. Students will make
in-class presentations and submit papers requiring research and bibliographical
work.
555 Graduate Seminar (3). See description English 550. Course 555 covers
the second halves of periods which naturally fall into two parts. May be
repeated for credit.*
555A Graduate Seminar Medieval Literature II (3).
555B Graduate Seminar Renaissance Literature II (3).
555C Graduate Seminar Neo-Classical Literature II (3).
555D Graduate Seminar in 19th Century Literature II (3).
555E Graduate Seminar American Literature II (3).
555F Graduate Seminar in Modern Literature (3).
555G Graduate Seminar Literary Criticism (3).
555H Graduate Seminar Studies in Fiction II (3).
555I Graduate Seminar in Dramatic Literature II (3).
555J Graduate Seminar English Language (3).
555K Graduate Seminar in Creative Writing:Poetry (3).
555M Graduate Seminar: Composition (3).
555N Graduate Seminar: Prose Fiction (3).
555R Seminar in Comparative Literature: Post-Eighteenth Century (3).
This course will focus on representative works, authors, periods or genres of
European or world literature from the eighteenth century to the present.
556 Studies in the Novel 1740-1900 (3). An intensive study of no more than
three major novelists of the eighteenth or nineteenth century. The content of
the course will change, depending on the instructor. Students will make
in-class presentations and submit papers requiring research and bibliographical
work.
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561 Shakespeare-Tragedies and Romances (3). A study of Shakespeare’s
major tragedies and late romances with special emphasis on his dramatic
literature after 1600. Students will make in-class presentations and submit
papers requiring research and bibliographical work.
562 Restoration and 18th Century Drama (3). The drama after the
restoration of the monarchy and the reopening of the theatres through the
18th-century. Special emphasis is placed on the comedy of manners and the
heroic drama in the Restoration and the sentimental comedy in the
18th-century. Includes such playwrights as Dryden, Congreve, Etherege,
Wycherley, Steele, Lillo, Cumberland, Sheridan, and Goldsmith. Students will
make in-class presentations and submit papers requiring research and
bibliographical work.
563 Contemporary Drama (3). A study of contemporary drama: Continental,
British, and American, including history and development, critical theory and
literary evaluation. This course will focus on the more recent writers, including
the absurdists, with special attention to experimental drama. This course is a
continuation of English 453. Students will make in-class presentations and
submit papers requiring research and bibliographical work.
565 Studies in Modern Novel (3). An intensive study of no more that three
major twentieth century novelists. The content of the course will change
depending on the instructor. Students will make in-class presentations and
submit papers requiring research and bibliographical work.
566CA Cluster Course: Images of the Human Body in Renaissance (3).
Focusing on Renaissance conceptions of the human body, this cluster treats the
following topics as they are reflected in Renaissance literature, art, astrology,
astronomy, biology, anatomy, medicine, and politics: A) The dignity of the
human body B) Microcosm and macrocosm C) The human body and the
heavens D) Stranger manifestations: freaks and beasts E) The humors F)
Disorders of the human body G) The body politic H) The human body as an
object of study
566CF Cluster Course: Courts and Culture in the High Middle Age (3).
This cluster course links history and English in a study of royal courts from the
11th, 12th, and 13th centuries, considering the political and cultural issues
associated with each court and reading the literature. The first point of
common focus will be the 11th-century court of William the Conqueror
(1066-87), Norman duke and English monarch, a ruler who represents both the
last movement of Scandinavian expansion and the beginnings of a feudal
monarchy. The second focus will be on Henry II of England (1154-89), whose
court exemplifies religious-secular tension in the Becket controversy and the
patronage of thinkers like John of Salisbury. Two courts from the 13th century
will be studied, the first that of Fredrick II (1215 -50), and the second that of
Louis IX of France (1226-70).
581 European Literature: Renaissance Period (3). The Renaissance course
will focus on representative works from authors such as Aristo, Tasso,
Lazarillo de Tormes, Cervantes, Rabelais, Castiglione, Erasmus, Montaigne,
Bruno, Marini, Petrarch, St. John of the Cross, Michelangelo, Ronsard, and Du
Bellay. Students will make in-class presentations and submit papers requiring
research and bibliographical work.
582 European Literature: 18th Century (3). The 18th-century course will
focus on a representative sampling from authors such as Corneille, Racine,
Moliere, Voltaire, Prevost, La Bruyere, La Rochefoucauld, Montesquieu,
Diderot, Rousseau, Schiller, Goethe, and Grimmelshausen. Students will make
in-class presentations and submit papers requiring research and bibliographical
work.
583 European Literature: 19th Century (3). The 19th century course will
focus on representative works from authors such as Stendahl, Balzac, Flaubert,
Zola, Lermontov, Gogol, Tolstoy, Dostoyevsky, Kleist, Hoffman, Hugo and
Monzoni. Students will make in-class presentations and submit papers
requiring research and bibliographical work.
591 Research in Selected Fields (1-3). Individual study under the direction of
a senior member of the department, leading to the writing of a formal or
scholarly paper. Enrollment through approval forms in English Department.
May be repeated for credit.
599 Research and Thesis (1-9). A student, with permission of the graduate
committee, may write a thesis for 3 hours credit.
600 Introduction to Doctoral Study in English (3). Introduction to research
skills necessary for doctoral work, particularly for writing the thesis; attention
will be paid both to traditional skills such as bibliography and to computer
skills.
650 Doctoral Seminar (3).
691 Doctoral Research in Selected Fields (3). Individual study under the
direction of a senior member of the department leading to the writing of a
formal or scholarly paper. May be repeated for credit.
699 Research and Dissertation (1-15). Research and preparation for doctoral
dissertation.
899 Required Graduate Enrollment (1).
H120 Freshman English II - Honors (3).
H211 Introduction to British Literature - Honors (3).
H213 Introduction to Drama - Honors (3).
H214 Introduction to Fiction - Honors (3).
H215 Introduction to Poetry - Honors (3).
H225 English II-Honors (3).
H250 Special Readings for Non-Majors - Honors (3).
H300D Interdisciplinary Studies Cluster Course: Roman
Revolution-Honors (3).
H301WI Writing for the Humanities and Social Sciences-Honors (3).
H312 Creative Writing I Prose - Honors (3).
H319 Myth and Literature-Honors (3).
H323 Shakespeare-Honors (3).
H332 Black American Novel-Honors (3).
H461 Shakespeare Tragedies and Romances-Honors (3).
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Environmental Studies
Psychology 403
Environmental distribution electives at least
Minimum core courses
Distribution electives and
general education requirements
Minimum total hours
Environmental Studies
204G Haag Hall
(816) 235-2975
env-st@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/env-st
Program Director:
Raymond M. Coveney, Jr. Department of Geosciences
Participating Chemistry Faculty:
Y. C. Jerry Jean; Kathleen Kilway; Timothy Thomas;
Charles Wurrey
Participating Civil and Environmental Engineering Faculty:
Deborah O’Bannon
Participating Economics Faculty:
Michael Kelsay
Participating Geosciences Faculty:
Raymond Coveney; Douglas Faulkner; R. Vanette
Hamilton; Syed Hasan; Daniel Hopkins; Wei Ji; James
Murowchick; Tina Niemi; Lee Slater; Charles Spencer
Participating Political Science Faculty:
David Atkinson; Reginald Bassa; Amelia McIntyre
(principal undergraduate adviser);
Participating Psychology Faculty:
Joseph Hughey
Program Description
In January of 1999, an innovative new degree program in
environmental studies was established within the UMKC
College of Arts and Sciences. Taking an interdisciplinary
approach, the Environmental Studies program provides
educational opportunities for undergraduate students along two
distinct but overlapping tracks leading to a B.A. degree in
environmental studies or a B.S. degree in environmental
science. The program is designed to meet pressing needs in the
workforce and the urban community for college graduates who
are broadly educated in issues of the environment and who can
communicate with authority in the field. The core of the
program consists of a unique blend of required courses
supplemented by key electives dependent upon the particular
interests and needs of students. Required courses span the
fields of biology, chemistry, the earth sciences, political
science and related fields.
We hear daily of new environmental regulations or risks to
the environment. Global warming, greenhouse gases and
non-point source pollution are complex issues which the
general public is unprepared to understand, much less act upon
responsibly. The need for environmental education and
professionals in the field has never been greater, and these
needs are expected to grow in the future.
Employment opportunities are strong and growing.
Specific careers available to those who hold an environmental
studies degree lie in the fields of environmental law,
environmental health and safety, emergency response,
environmental training, environmental chemistry, and geology.
Degree Requirements
B.A. Environmental Studies
Biology 102
Chemistry 160
Economics 202
Environmental Science 111R
Environmental Science Laboratory 111L
Environmental Studies Practicum 499WI
Geography 319
Political Science 435
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Hours
3
3
3
3
2
3
4
3
3
3
30
90
120
B.S. Environmental Science
Geosciences Emphasis
Hours
Biology 102
3
Chemistry 211, 211L
5
Chemistry 212R, 212LR
5
Environmental Science 111R
3
Environmental Science Laboratory 111L
2
Environmental Studies Practicum 499WI
3
Geography 319
4
Geology 220
4
Mathematics 235
3
Physics 210
4
Political Science 435
3
Minimum core courses
39
Distribution electives and
general education requirements
81
Minimum total hours
120
Note: B.S. requires at least 60 hours of science and
mathematics. In addition to the core and other required courses
listed above, B.S. environmental science majors selecting a
geosciences emphasis must take a minimum of an additional
12 hours in geology or physical geography. A list of approved
courses may be found below.
B. S. Environmental Science
Chemistry Emphasis
Hours
Biology 102
3
Chemistry 211, 211L
5
Chemistry 212R, 212LR
5
Chemistry 320, 320L
4
Chemistry 387
3
Chemistry 388
3
Environmental Science 111R
3
Environmental Science Laboratory 111L
2
Environmental Studies Practicum 499WI
3
Geography 319
4
Geology 220
4
Mathematics 210
4
Mathematics 220
4
Physics 210 or 240
4
Physics 220 or 250
4
Political Science 435
3
Minimum core courses
58
Distribution electives and
general education requirements
62
Minimum total hours
120
Note: B.S. requires at least 60 hours of science and
mathematics.
B.S. Environmental Science (General)
Biology 102
Biology 302
Chemistry 211, 211L
Chemistry 212R, 212LR
Environmental Science 111R
Environmental Science Laboratory 111L
Environmental Studies Practicum 499WI
Geology 220
Geology 230
Mathematics 235
Physics 210
Hours
3
3
5
5
3
2
3
4
4
3
4
Environmental Studies
Physics 220
4
Minimum core courses
43
Distribution electives and
general education requirements
78
Minimum total hours
120
Note: B.S. requires at least 60 hours of science and
mathematics.
Core Courses and Distribution Electives for the
Environmental Studies Program
Course
Hours
Biology 102, Biology of Living
3
Biology 108, General Biology I
4
Biology 109, General Biology II
4
Biology 302, General Ecology
3
Chemistry 160, Chemistry, Environment & Society
(for B.A. only)
3
Chemistry 160L, Lab (for B.A. only)
1
Chemistry 211, General Chemistry I
4
Chemistry 211L, General Chemistry I Lab
1
Chemistry 212R, General Chemistry II
4
Chemistry 212LR, General Chemistry II Lab
1
Chemistry 311, Laboratory Safety and Health I
1
Chemistry 312R, Laboratory Safety and Health II
1
Chemistry 320, Elementary Organic Chemistry
4
Chemistry 320L, Experimental Organic Chemistry
1
Chemistry 321, Organic Chemistry I
3
Chemistry 321L, Organic Chemistry I Lab
2
Chemistry 322R, Organic Chemistry II
3
Chemistry 322L, Organic Chemistry II Lab
2
Chemistry 330, Elementary Physical Chemistry
3
Chemistry 341, Analytical Chemistry I:
Quantitative Analysis
4
Chemistry 378, Introduction to Macromolecules
23
Chemistry 382, Inorganic and Organic Synthesis
2
Chemistry 387, Environmental Chemistry I
3
Chemistry 388, Environmental Chemistry II
3
Chemistry 390, Special Topics in Chemistry
13
Chemistry 395, Directed Readings in Chemistry
13
Chemistry 399, Introduction to Research
13
Chemistry 410, Chemical Literature
1
Chemistry 431, Physical Chemistry I
3
Chemistry 432, Physical Chemistry II
3
Chemistry 437, Experimental Physical
Chemistry I
3
Chemistry 442R, Analytical Chemistry II:
Instrumental Analysis
3
Chemistry 451R, Inorganic Chemistry
3
Chemistry 471, Introduction to Polymer Chemistry
3
Chemistry 478, Characterization of
Macromolecules
3
Chemistry 480, Computer Applications to Chemical
Problems
3
Chemistry 490, Special Topics in Chemistry
3
Chemistry 495, Directed Readings in Chemistry
13
Chemistry 499, Senior Research
19
Civil Engineering 301, Special Topics:
Environmental Compliance
3
Civil Engineering 393, Sanitary Engineering
Microbiology
3
Economics 100, Elements of Economics
3
Economics 201, Introduction to Economics I
3
Economics 202, Introduction to Economics II
3
Economics 320, Environment, Resources and
Economic Growth
3
English 440, American Culture
3
Environmental Science 111R, Introduction to
Environmental Science
3
Geography 309, Introduction to Urban Geography
3
Geography 314, Principles of Geomorphology
4
Geography 315, Climatology
3
Geography 319, Descriptive and Synoptic
Meteorology
4
Geography 333, Geographic Elements of
Urban Planning
3
Geography 410, Landscape, Language, Literature
and Law
3
Geography 420, Water in Environmental Planning
3
Geography 424, Fluvial Geomorphology
3
Geography 430, Energy Resources
3
Geography 436, Soil Science
3
Geography 437, Population Geography
3
Geography 442, Quaternary Environments
3
Geography 460, Transportation Geography
3
Geology 202, Environmental Geology
3
Geology 220, Physical Geology
4
Geology 230, Historical Geology
4
Geology 312, Mineralogy
4
Geology 314, Principles of Geomorphology
4
Geology 335, Introduction to Waste Management
3
Geology 412, Geology and Hazardous Waste
Management
3
Geology 425, Engineering Geology
3
Geology 451, Geologys Role in Land Use Planning
3
Geology 460, Introduction to Geochemistry
3
Geology 499WI, Senior Seminar
3
Mathematics 120, Algebra and Trigonometry
5
Mathematics 210, Calculus I
4
Mathematics 220, Calculus II
4
Mathematics 235, Elementary Statistics
3
Mathematics 250, Calculus III
4
Pharmacy 463, Toxicology
2
Philosophy 450WI, Ethics and Government
3
Philosophy 490, Special Topics: Environmental Ethics 3
Physics 210, General Physics I
4
Physics 220, General Physics II
4
Physics 240, Physics for Science/Engineering I
5
Physics 250, Physics for Science/Engineering II
5
Political Science 304, Politics of the
Developing Nations
3
Political Science 380, Political Science and Politics
3
Political Science 409, Bureaucratic Politics
3
Political Science 429, Courts and Public Policy
3
Political Science 435, Politics of the Environment
3
Psychology 403, Environmental Psychology
3
Sociology 300R, Special Topics in Sociology
3
And other appropriate courses having environmental
components that have been approved by the Environmental
Studies adviser.
Environmental Studies Minor
B.A. Program Coordinators:
Daniel P. Hopkins, Geosciences, (816) 235-1334;
Joseph Hughey, Psychology, (816) 235-1321
Students pursuing the bachelor of arts degree who wish to
obtain a minor in environmental studies must take at least 18
hours of coursework from the following list, a minimum of
nine hours at the 300/400 level and a minimum of nine hours
must be earned at UMKC. The program of study is planned
with a program coordinator.
Required Courses
Environmental Science 111R
Environmental Science Laboratory 111L
Chemistry 160 Chemistry, Environment and
Society (Chemistry 160L optional elective)
One of the following:
Economics 320* Environment, Resources
and Economic Growth
Psychology 403* Environmental Psychology
Political Science 435* or 435P*
Politics of the Environment
Hours
3
2
3-4
3-4
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Environmental Studies
Electives
Hours
Biology 108 General Biology I
3
Chemistry 160L Chemistry, Environment and
Society Laboratory
1
Chemistry 387 Environmental Chemistry I
3
Chemistry 388 Environmental Chemistry II
3
Economics 320*Environment, Resources and
Economic Growth
3
Geography 410 Landscape, Language, Literature
and Law
3
Geography 420 Water in Environmental Planning
3
Geology 202 Environmental Geology
3
Geology 220 Physical Geology
4
Geology 412 Geology and Hazardous Waste
Management
3
Political Science 435* or 435P* Politics of
the Environment
3-4
Psychology 403* Environmental Psychology
3
Appropriate offering at the 300 or 400 level
approved by a program coordinator
1-3
* May not be counted twice (i.e. in both required and elective
categories)
B.S. Program Coordinators:
Douglas Faulkner, Geosciences, (816) 235-1334;
Charles Wurrey, Chemistry, (816) 235-2273
Students pursuing the bachelor of science degree who wish to
obtain a minor in environmental studies must take at least 18
hours of coursework from the following list, a minimum of
nine hours must be at the 300/400 level and a minimum of nine
hours must be taken at UMKC. The program of study is
planned with a program coordinator.
Required Courses
Hours
Environmental Science 111R
3
Environmental Science Laboratory 111L
2
Chemistry 387* Environmental Chemistry I
3
One of the following:
3-4
Economics 320*
(Environment, Resources and Economic Growth)
Psychology 403* (Environmental Psychology)
Political Science 435* or 435P*
(Politics of the Environment)
Electives
Hours
Biology 108 General Biology
3
Chemistry 320 and 320L# Elementary Organic
Chemistry and Laboratory
5
Chemistry 321 and 321L# Organic Chemistry I
and Laboratory
5
Chemistry 322R and 322L# Organic Chemistry II
and Laboratory
5
Chemistry 388 Environmental Chemistry II
3
Economics 320* Environment, Resources and
Economic Growth
3
Geography 420 Water in Environmental Planning
3
Geology 220 Physical Geology
3
Geology 202 Environmental Geology
3
Geology 412 Geology and Hazardous Waste
Management
3
Geology 451 Geology’s Role in Land Use
Planning
3
Political Science 435* or 435P*Politics of
the Environment
4
Psychology 403* Environmental Psychology
3
* May not be counted twice (i.e., in both required and elective
categories)
# Students may take Chemistry 320, 320L or the 321, 321L,
322R, 322L sequence.
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Environmental Science Courses
111L Environmental Science Laboratory (2). Introduction to laboratory
field techniques used by environmental scientists by means of a sequence of 14
laboratory and field exercises delivered partly by electronic means. Students
taking 110r cannot enroll in this course for credit.
111R Introduction To Environmental Science (3). Principles, methods and
discoveries in environmental science. The significance of the atmosphere, the
hydrosphere, the biosphere, and the solid earth in the development of different
types of environments; the influence of environmental factors on human
activities and the effects of human activities on the environment. Three hours
lecture each week; no laboratory. Prerequisite: None. Offered: Each semester
and summers.
Environmental Studies Courses
499WI Environmental Studies Practicum (3). Students conduct research,
participate in discussions, and prepare written reports on selected topics
concerning the environment. Prerequisites: Senior standing and successful
completion of the WEPT exam. Offered: Winter.
Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures
Department of Foreign
Languages and Literatures
216 Scofield Hall
(816) 235-1311
frn-lg@umkc.edu
http://www.umkc.edu/frn-lg
Department Chair:
Rafael Espejo-Saavedra
Professor Emeriti:
Gerda R. Kaatz, Rosemarie Marfurt, Raymond T. Riva,
Herwig G. Zauchenberger
Professors:
Patricia P. Brodsky, Rafael Espejo-Saavedra
Associate Professors:
Louis Imperiale, Iman Osman Khalil, Alice R. Reckley
Vallejos, Timothy A. B. Richards
Assistant Professors:
Luis Candia, Kathy M. Krause, Gayle Levy, Sylvia
Stevens
Department Description
The Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures offers
programs of study leading to the bachelor of arts degree in
French, German and Spanish and graduate-level work leading
to a master of arts in Romance languages and literatures
(French, Spanish). In addition, undergraduate minors are
offered in French, German and Spanish.
Language instruction is also offered in Arabic, Chinese,
Greek, Hebrew, Italian, Latin and Russian.
Career Implications
Aside from pursuing teaching careers, holders of degrees in
foreign languages are in demand by government, the media
and international business in growing numbers, as the need for
increased sophistication and expertise in international affairs
continues to expand. Multinational companies and
organizations now view foreign language skills as an asset to
the prospective employee. In the past 10 years this notion has
become widespread in such areas as business, industry,
commerce, civil service, education, law, communications
media and the health services. The changing conditions of
international economics, politics and communications indicate
that this trend will continue.
Higher Educational Applications
Reading knowledge of a foreign language is a requisite for
many graduate degrees. Foreign language proficiency,
moreover, is gaining increasing importance on all levels of
university instruction as curricula are internationalized.
Scholars and professionals in many fields have long recognized
the need for, and advantages of, foreign-language competency
for improved international communication and effective
conduct of basic and applied research.
Special Resources
Study Abroad
UMKC has exchange and study agreements with other
institutions in many parts of the world. Students of Spanish
have an opportunity to spend a year of study at the University
of Seville in Spain, or a summer term at the University of
Veracruz in Xalapa, Mexico. Similar programs have been
recently established with the University of Lyon in France and
the University of Klagenfurt in Austria.
The department encourages students to travel and study
abroad by participating in any of the summer programs
sponsored by accredited American universities. It should be
noted, however, that the department must approve in advance
any courses taken abroad for major or graduate credit.
Interested students should contact the appropriate departmental
adviser.
Language Resource Center
A modern facility housing the latest audio, video and computer
equipment and software is in operation. First-year language
students (except for Latin and Greek) are expected to use the
Language Resource Center at least once a week, working with
materials in conjunction with their regular courses.
General Requirements
Foreign Language Requirements
1. Three semesters of instruction in a foreign language are
part of the curriculum requirement for the bachelor of arts
and bachelor of science degrees awarded by the College
of Arts and Sciences. Successful completion of the
110-120-211 sequence in any language offered by this
department normally will satisfy the requirement, but
students should check with their departmental advisers
before enrolling in specific language courses. Students
who have satisfactorily completed two years of a foreign
language in high school normally will be required to
complete only 120 and 211 or above college courses in
the same language. For additional details on placement
and credit by examination, see the general information
section below.
2. Information on the foreign language proficiency
requirements for doctoral students can be found in the
School of Graduate Studies section of this catalog.
Attendance and Course Level
Class attendance
The nature of language acquisition is such that regular
attendance (throughout the semester) is expected of all students
enrolled for credit.
Course Levels
Course levels are generally indicated by the first digit of the
course number. For example, 100-level courses are first-year
courses, 200-level classes represent second-year courses, etc.
Accordingly, students entering a 200-level French course must
have completed French 110 and 120 or their equivalent.
Successful completion of a second-year course (normally 211
and 221 or their equivalent) is required of all students who
want to enroll in 300- or 400-level courses. Exceptions must
have the approval of the student’s adviser.
Bachelor of Arts: French, German,
Spanish
The Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures offers a
program of study leading to the bachelor of arts in French,
German or Spanish.
Undergraduate Advisers:
French: Gayle Levy
(816) 235-2820, levyg@umkc.edu
German: Patricia P. Brodsky
(816) 235-2826, brodskyp@umkc.edu
Spanish: Alice Reckley Vallejos
(816) 235-2821, reckleya@umkc.edu
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Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures
General Information
Initial Advising and Placement
For the major, all full-time degree-seeking students (including
heritage speakers of languages other than English) shall take a
language placement exam. The exam results determine which
course the student must take. Individual instructors may
recommend the transfer of any student to a different level
course during the second week of classes. Those students who
place into 120 or above will, upon completion of that course
with a grade of B or better, also receive credit for the previous
course in the sequence, e.g., a student who places into Spanish
211 will, upon its completion with a grade of B or better,
receive five hours of credit for Spanish 120 in addition to the
credits for 211. Earning a B or better after placing into Spanish
221 would secure a student three more credit hours for 211.
Those who place at a level higher than 211 may opt to receive
an exemption from the foreign language requirement, rather
than take a course in that language, but will not receive any
foreign language credit.
Full-time degree-seeking students whose education
through eighth grade, or the equivalent, has been in a language
other than English shall be exempt from the foreign language
requirement. They will not receive 110, 120 or 211 credit for
their first language.
Consultation with an adviser is recommended for students
who intend to major or minor in foreign languages.
Transfer Credit
Transfer students may normally expect to continue their
foreign language study at the next comparable level. On
consultation with their advisers or the course instructors, and
after taking the placement exam, students may be advised to do
either remedial or more advanced coursework. No more than
nine hours of transfer credit for 200- to 400-level courses are
normally allowed toward degree requirements.
Credit for study at a foreign institution will be granted,
provided the courses proposed for study abroad have been
approved in advance by a departmental adviser and endorsed
by the chair of the department. When advance endorsement for
credit is not obtained from the department, the credit is subject
to approval by the department chair.
In cases where students have been engaged in an extended
period (e.g., a year) of formal study at an approved academic
institution abroad, transfer credit of more than nine hours may
be granted, if approved by the chair of the department.
Degree Requirements
Students may choose to major in French, German or Spanish
or to pursue a double major by satisfying requirements in each
of two languages and literatures, or in a language plus another
discipline.
The department recommends study of a second foreign
language and relevant work in other disciplines such as
English, history, art history, etc.
In consultation with the adviser, a course of study will be
devised listing required courses, credits received and courses
that still need to be taken to satisfy requirements for the degree.
It will be signed by the student and the adviser. Majors must
consult with their departmental advisers prior to registration
and need to obtain approval of their course programs each
semester. They also must seek their advisers’ consent
whenever a change in the agreed course of study is necessary.
The following departmental requirements must be met:
1. Students must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours
beyond 110 and 120 in at least one language and
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literature. Normally, at least 18 of the 30 hours required
for the major must be taken in this department. For
further details concerning 300- and 400-level course
requirements for degrees in French, German and Spanish
see the following.
Special arrangements for study-abroad credit can be made
with the chair on a case by case basis.
A 2.0 grade-point average in the major is required for
graduation.
Composition and conversation courses through at least
415 are required and 425 is highly recommended.
Prospective teachers must take 425.
Native speakers majoring in their own languages will
complete a minimum of 21 credit hours in courses
numbered 300 and above, but normally not including 315
or 325. A native speaker is defined as a person who
speaks the target language fluently and who has
completed formal schooling through the secondary school
level, or equivalent, in the target language.
French majors must complete a total of 15 credit hours of
300- and 400-level literature and civilization courses. Of
these, nine credit hours must be on the 400 level.
German majors must complete at least 15 hours of 300and 400-level literature and culture courses.
Spanish majors must complete at least 15 hours of
literature and civilization courses, of which at least six
hours must be at the 400 level.
French 435 and German 304 and 340 do not count toward
a major.
Certain cluster courses may be counted toward the
language major, to be determined through consultation
with the course instructor and the foreign language chair.
The Minor: French, German, Spanish
The growing need for experts in the international aspects of
academic and professional fields has led to a renewed interest
in the foreign language minor as a complement to a student’s
training in a major field. In increasing numbers, students
completing baccalaureate degrees in the Henry W. Bloch
School of Business and Public Administration, in the
Conservatory, and in other departments of the College of Arts
and Sciences have selected a course of study that includes a
minor in a foreign language. Majors in all fields are urged to
discuss this possibility with their advisers.
Requirements for Program Minor
An academic minor in a given language requires a minimum of
18 hours consisting of six hours of second-year courses plus 12
hours of courses at the 300 and 400 levels. French 435 and
German 304 do not count toward a minor.
Requirements for Teacher Certification in
Foreign Languages
1. A 3.0 minimum grade-point average in the student’s
major language is required.
2. Required courses
• Conversation and Composition 415 and 425.
• Methods of Teaching Foreign Languages, 494.
Prerequisite: 3.0 average in the target language. All
students desiring teacher certification must consult
with the instructor of this course prior to the year in
which they plan to do their student teaching. This
course is offered in conjunction with the School of
Education.
Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures
• Twenty-four additional hours of language and
literature courses in the target language beyond the
120-level for a total of 33 credit hours. (See
departmental adviser.) Other courses required by the
state Department of Elementary and Secondary
Education for teacher certification. (See School of
Education adviser.)
Suggested Four-Year Plan of Study for the
B.A. Degree
Hours
Year I
First Semester
110*
Curricular Requirements and Electives
Second Semester
120*
Curricular Requirements and Electives
Year II
First Semester
211*
Curricular Requirements and Electives
Second Semester
221*
Curricular Requirements and Electives
Year III
First Semester
315*
300/400 Literature and Civilization
Curricular Requirements and Electives
Second Semester
325*
300/400 Literature and Civilization
Curricular Requirements and Electives
Year IV
First Semester
415*
400 Literature
Electives
Second Semester
425
400 Literature
499* Senior Seminar (Capstone) - Winter
Electives
* Required course
5
10-11
5
10-11
3
9-13
3
9-13
Requirements for Retention
If students’ graduate grade-point averages fall below 3.0 (B),
they may take coursework only on the 300 and 400 levels until
a 3.0 graduate grade-point average has been attained.
Coursework completed under this condition will not count
toward the master’s degree.
Transfer Credit
No more than nine hours of transfer credit are normally
allowed toward degree requirements.
Advising
Students interested in pursuing a master’s degree in Romance
languages should meet with the appropriate principal graduate
adviser before commencing studies:
French: Kathy M. Krause
(816) 235-1316, krausek@umkc.edu
Spanish: Rafael Espejo-Saavedra
(816) 235-2827, espejo-saavedrar@umkc.edu
In consultation with the adviser, a course of study will be
planned listing the courses that will satisfy requirements for
the degree. Prior to registration each semester, candidates must
meet with their advisers for approval of their course programs.
They must also seek their adviser’s endorsement whenever a
change in the agreed course of study should be necessary.
M.A. Degree Requirements
3
6-9
3-6
3
6-9
3-6
3
3-6
6-9
3
3-6
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Master of Arts: Romance Languages
The master of arts degree program provides necessary training
in French or Spanish language and literature for those who
want to teach those languages at secondary school or junior
college level. It also serves students who plan to continue with
studies at the doctoral level. Other employment opportunities
can be found in government, business and industry, publishing
houses, foundations, etc.
Admission Requirements
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a 3.0
(B) grade-point average in the subject area and a 2.75 overall
GPA is required for admission.
The Graduate Record Examination (Advanced
Achievement) is recommended, and two letters of
recommendation are required. Students’ transcripts with
accompanying data are carefully evaluated.
Applicants with inadequate preparation may be required to
make up deficiencies by taking more than the standard 30
hours of coursework.
1. The program of study consists of 30 hours with a
minimum of 18 hours at the 500 level and a maximum of
12 hours on the 300 and 400 levels. A minimum GPA of
3.0 is required in all graduate work. It is highly
recommended that students take courses in as many areas,
genres and periods as possible in order to achieve both
breadth and depth of knowledge. Students must obtain
approval of their programs of study by the graduate
adviser prior to each term.
2. Students must demonstrate ability to read, speak and write
idiomatically and with accuracy the language in which the
M.A. degree is being pursued.
3. Final Examination. Spanish students must take a final
written examination covering the coursework taken for
the degree. French students must take a final oral
examination.
4. Second Language Proficiency. In addition to the mastery
of the target language, students must demonstrate a
reading knowledge of a second language in one of the
following ways:
• Taking a reading examination in French, Spanish,
German or Latin that will be administered or
approved by this department or given by the
Educational Testing Service.
• Achieving a grade of 3.0 (B) or better in a
three-hour 200-level language course.
• Achieving a grade of 2.0 (C) or better in each of two
300-level courses or in one 400-level literature or
civilization course.
Foreign Language Courses
180 Special Elementary Foreign Languages Topics I (2-5). Instruction in
foreign languages at the elementary level. Essentials of grammar, basic
conversation and reading, practical vocabulary. May include introduction of
new methods of foreign language teaching, special texts, and languages not
offered through regular courses. As needed.
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Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures
190 Special Elementary Foreign Languages Topics II (2-5). Continuation of
Foreign Languages and Literature 180. Prerequisite: Elementary I
college-level course or equivalent. As needed.
280 Special Intermediate Foreign Languages Topics I (2-4). Instruction in
foreign languages at the second-year intermediate level. Further development
of comprehension and communicative skills. Readings of moderate difficulty
and grammar review. May include introduction of new methods of foreign
language teaching, special texts and topics, and new languages not offered
through regular courses. Prerequisite: Elementary I & II college courses or
equivalent. As needed.
290 Special Intermediate Foreign Languages Topics II (2-4). Continuation
of Foreign Languages and Literature 280. Prerequisite: Third semester college
level-courses or equivalent. As needed.
300CM Cluster Course: Mexico, Central America and the Human
Condition (3). Faculty from at least two different departments (one of which
must be a department in the Division of Humanities including history) may
determine the topic and syllabus, subject to the approval of the director of
Integrated Studies and the departments involved. This special topics course
will satisfy the interdisciplinary course requirement for the B.A.
300CS Cluster Course: History of Russian Culture (3). Faculty from at
least two different departments (one of which must be a department in the
Division of Humanities including history) may determine the topic and
syllabus, subject to the approval of the director of Integrated Studies and the
program’s advisory committee in addition to the approval of the departments
involved. This special topics course will satisfy the interdisciplinary course
requirement for the B.A. Fall/winter.
380 Special Topics (1-3). Treatment of a particular genre or area of literature
or language normally not offered through regular courses. May be repeated for
credit when the topic changes. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. On
demand.
400 Interdisciplinary Studies: Cluster Course (3).
400CI CC:Culture,Kultur,Civilization:Identity Formation in Middle Class
(3). This cluster course will explore the dynamics of bourgeois class formation
in Western Europe in the “long” 19th century (1750-1920) from historical,
thematic, and theoretical perspectives. It will focus on how this class-based
identity developed and functioned in the context of historical and cultural
changes and how the bourgeoisie defined themselves vis a vis nobles, peasants,
workers, “primitives,” and criminals. Class assignments will include historical,
literary, theatrical, anthropological, and cinemagraphic sources.
480 Special Topics (1-3). Each time this course is offered a particular genre or
area of literature will be treated. Topics will be announced in advance. May be
repeated for credit when the topic changes. Permission of the department
chairman required. On demand.
494 Methods of Teaching Foreign Languages (3). Teaching methods and
materials for beginning and advanced classes in French, German, and Spanish.
Modern language teaching methodology and material will be evaluated and
demonstrated, together with effective use of the Language Resource Center,
tapes, slides, film strips, and other audio-visual materials. Prerequisite: A 3.0
grade average in the foreign language to be considered for practice teaching.
Does not count toward a major in foreign language. Offered in conjunction
with the School of Education.
899 Required Graduate Enrollment (1).
Arabic Courses
110 Elementary Arabic I (5). Fundamentals of the language, essentials of
conversation, grammar, practical vocabulary, useful phrases, and the ability to
understand, read and write simple classical Arabic. Fall.
120 Elementary Arabic II (5). Continuation of Arabic 110. Winter.
Prerequisite(s): Arabic 110 or equivalent.
211 Second Year Arabic I (3). Further development of comprehension and
communicative skills in the language. Readings of moderate difficulty and
grammar review. Practice in writing. The goal is attainment of intermediate
proficiency in the language. Prerequisite: Arabic 120. Fall.
221 Second Year Arabic II (3). Continuation of Arabic 211. Winter.
280 Special Intermediate Arabic Topics I (2-4). Instruction of Arabic on the
second-year/intermediate level introducing new methods of foreign language
teaching or special texts and topics not normally offered through regular
courses. May not be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Elementary I and II
college-level courses or equivalent. As needed.
290 Special Intermediate Arabic Topics II (2-4). Continuation of Arabic
280. May not be repeated for credit. As needed.
Chinese Courses
110 Elementary Chinese I (5). Introduction to the sound system of modern
Chinese, aural comprehension, oral expression, basic structural patterns,
writing systems. Fall.
120 Elementary Chinese II (5). Dialogue practice and conversation, reading
of simple stories and essays, comparative study of Chinese and English
grammar and syntax. Prerequisite: Chinese 110. Winter.
150
211 Second Year Chinese I (3). Introductory readings of colloquial Chinese,
literature, conversation, simple composition, and comparison between written
and spoken styles in modern Chinese. Prerequisite: Chinese 120 or equivalent.
Fall.
221 Second Year Chinese II (3). Readings of modern Chinese with emphasis
on expository writings, analysis of syntactic structure, composition and
translation. Prerequisite: Chinese 211 or equivalent. Winter.
280 Special Intermediate Chinese Topics I (2-4). Instruction of Chinese on
the second-year/intermediate level introducing new methods of foreign
language teaching or special texts and topics not normally offered through
regular courses. May not be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Elementary I and
II college-level courses or equivalent. As needed.
290 Special Intermediate Chinese Topics II (2-4). Continuation of Chinese
280. May not be repeated for credit. As needed.
380 Special Topics: Composition and Conversation (1-3). Treatment of a
particular genre or area of literature in Chinese normally not offered through
regular courses. May be repeated for credit when the topic changes.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. On demand.
French Courses
110 Elementary French I (5). The goals of this course are an ability to speak
and to understand simple (spoken) French as well as to read and write simple
prose. Every semester and summer.
120 Elementary French II (5). Continuation of French 110. Every semester.
Prerequisite(s): French 110 or equivalent. Semester Offered: Every Semester.
211 Second Year French I (3). Further development of comprehension and
communicative skills in the language. Readings of moderate difficulty and
grammar review. Practice in writing. The goal is attainment of intermediate
proficiency in the language. Prerequisite: French 120. Fall.
221 Second Year French II (3). Continuation of French 211. Winter.
250 Commercial French (3). Business practices in correspondence in the
French language; special vocabulary of business, trade, banking and
administration. Refinement of grammatical and stylistic skills. Subjects treated
include price inquiries, quotations, offers, orders, complaints, administrative,
banking, and diplomatic correspondence. Prerequisite: French 221 or
equivalent.
280 Special Intermediate French Topics I (2-4). Instruction of French on the
second-year/intermediate level introducing new methods of foreign language
teaching or special texts and topics not normally offered through regular
courses. May not be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Elementary I and II
college-level courses or equivalent. As needed.
290 Special Intermediate French Topics II (2-4). Continuation of French
280. May not be repeated for credit. As needed.
301 Introduction to French Literature (3). An introduction to the study of
different genres of French literature and techniques of criticism. Readings
include representative works of major authors from various periods. Strongly
recommended for all majors, to be taken before or concurrently with other
literature courses. Winter.
303 Masterpieces of French Literature I (3). An introduction to the history
of French literature from the Middle Ages to 1800 stressing the historical
context, the major literary movements, and the development of the various
genres. Selected readings of the works of the major authors of the period.
304 Masterpieces of French Literature II (3). An introduction to the history
of French literature from 1800 to the present stressing historical context, the
major literary movements and the developments of the various genres.
Selected readings of the works of major authors of the period.
315 Intermediate Conversation and Composition I (3). Grammar review:
practice in speaking and writing French; emphasis on idiomatic usage and
practical vocabulary. Required for major. Prerequisite: French 221 or
equivalent. Every fall.
325 Intermediate Conversation and Composition II (3). Continuation of
French 315. Required for major. Prerequisite: French 315. Every winter.
340 French Literature in Translation (3). Seminar on French literature in
translation. Class will be conducted in English and no knowledge of French is
necessary. May not be taken for major credit.
350 French Civilization I (3). An historical introduction to French civilization
and culture with emphasis on historical, social and cultural development.
Prerequisites: French 221 or equivalent.
351 Introduction to French Phonetics (3). Drill and practice in pronunciation
in class and in language laboratory. Prerequisite: French 221 or equivalent or
permission of instructor.
352 French Civilization II: Contemporary French Civilization (3). An
in-depth survey of contemporary French culture, including major historical
events and movements that have shaped modern France, as well as geography,
the political system, family life and education, economics, etc. Prerequisites:
French 221 or the equivalent.
Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures
354 French Civilization III: Lyon, Crossroads of France and Europe (3).
An introduction to French culture and civilization through the history,
geography, culture and arts of Lyon and its region. Offered during the Study
Abroad Program in Lyon. Offered: Summer semester.
380 Special Topics (1-3). Treatment of a particular genre or area of literature
or language normally not offered through regular courses. May be repeated for
credit when the topic changes. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. On
demand.
412 17th Century French Literature (3). Selected readings in the literature
of the 17th century, with an emphasis on non-dramatic works. Also offered as
French 512.
413 18th-Century French Literature (3). Emphasis on philosophical and
social significance. Authors may include Marivaux, Beaumarchais, Le Sage,
L’Abbe Prevost, Montesquieu, Rousseau, Diderot. Also offered as French 513.
414 Medieval Literature (3). Selected readings in various genres including
epic, romance, theater and lyric. Emphasis will be placed on the intertextual
relations and the cultural and historical context surrounding text production in
the Middle Ages. Also offered as French 514.
415 Advanced Conversation and Composition I (3). Practice in speaking
and writing French, with attention to the elements of style. Continued in
French 425. First semester required of all majors and second semester
recommended. Both semesters required of prospective high school teachers.
Either or both semesters may be repeated with the consent of the instructor and
the department chairman. No more than six hours credit may be applied
towards a degree. Prerequisite: French 325. Fall.
417 16th-Century French Literature (3). Selected readings in prose and
poetry from Marot through Astree. Authors may include Rabelais, Ronsard, du
Bellay, Montaigne, Marguerite de Navarre. Also offered as French 517.
424 19th-Century French Literature (3). Selected readings in various genres
from Romanticism through Symbolism. Also offered as French 524.
425 Advanced Conversation and Composition II (3). Continuation of
French 415. See French 415. Required for teacher certification in French.
Prerequisite: French 415. Winter.
426 20th-Century French Literature (3). Selected readings from the Belle
Epoque to the contemporary period. Also offered as French 526.
431 Racine (3). Seminar on the career and work of Jean Racine. Study of 17th
century dramaturgy and individual research on particular plays. Also offered
as French 531.
433 Voltaire (3). Seminar on Voltaire and his place in the French
Enlightenment. Also offered as French 533.
434 Diderot (3). Seminar on Diderot and the Encyclopedie and their
contributions to the French Enlightenment. Also offered as French 534.
435 Directed Discussions in Advanced French (3). Directed discussion on
contemporary French culture. The discussions cover a wide range of topics on
modern France: social, intellectual and cultural aspects. Students will
participate and have the opportunity to observe and react within a cultural
frame of reference. Open to advanced students of French and to teachers of the
language for in-service training.
436 Moliere (3). Moliere’s theater with emphasis on the interrelationship of
the plays. Also offered as French 536.
440 Medieval Romance (3). The various movements of French medieval
romance from the 12th through 15th centuries with an emphasis on the 12th
and 13th centuries. Analysis of literary technique and socio-historical context
will be stressed. No knowledge of Old French is assumed. Also offered as
French 540.
444 Renaissance Poetry (3). French poetry from the Grand Rhetoriqueurs
through the Pleiade. Study of poetic forms, major poets and schools, and
different approaches to analyzing poetry. Also offered as French 544.
Prerequisites: French 221 or the equivalent.
445 Epistolarity and the Novel (3). Explorations of the genre through the
analysis of 17th-and 18-century French novels. Introduced by a theoretical
review. Also offered as French 545.
446 17th-Century French Drama (3). The classical period: Emphasis on
Corneille, Racine and Moliere. Also offered as French 546.
447 19th-Century French Poetry (3). The study of the poetry and dominant
poetic movements of the 19th-century, with special attention given to different
approaches to its analysis. Also offered as French 547.
448 20th Century French Theater (3). Analysis of major currents of French
theater of the 20th-Century, with emphasis upon the postwar period and its
movements. Also offered as French 548.
452 Medieval Poetry (3). A study of medieval poetry including religious and
secular poetry, Provencal and Old French lyric, the influence of poetry in other
genres such as romance and theater, later medieval poetry of the 14th and 15th
centuries, as well as a discussion of the origins of the lyric. Also offered as
French 552. Prerequisites: French 221 or the equivalent.
454 Intellectual Origins of the French Revolution (3). Study of
philosophical and political texts by Montesquieu, Rousseau, Voltaire, Diderot,
etc. on government, society, language, freedom and equality. Critical study of
the Enlightenment. Also offered as French 554.
455 Fin-de-Siecle and Belle Epoque (3). Study of the literary, cultural and
historical context of this time period in French history, for example:
Symbolism, Decadence, and the years 1900-1914. Also offered as French 555.
456 20th Century French Poetry (3). The study of 20th-century poetry with
special consideration given to different approaches to its analysis. Also offered
as French 556.
457 20th Century French Narrative (3). The analysis of major currents in
French 20th century narrative, especially fiction and film. Courses will be
organized around narrative themes or historical events and will include social
and cultural components. Also offered as French 557.
463 19th-Century French Fiction (3). Studies in the birth, development and
variation of French Romanticism. Readings include de Stael, Senancour,
Constant, Hugo, Stendhal and Merimee. The advent of realism and naturalism
in France. Readings include Balzac, Flaubert, Daudet, De Maupassant, and
Zola. Also offered as French 563.
468 French Literature Between the World Wars (3). A study of the major
works of French literature from 1919-1939. Also offered as French 568.
470 Studies in Critical Thought (3). Various currents of 20th-century literary
criticism and their political and historical contexts. Also offered as French 570.
471 Autobiography (3). Analysis of autobiographies and autobiographical
texts such as diaries and memoirs together with theoretical texts on the genre.
The concentration on different periods or issues may change from semester to
semester, i.e. the art of autobiography as practiced by 20th-century writers,
especially women. Also offered as French 571.
472 Francophone Studies (3). Study of different national Francophone
literatures. Reading may include writers from Quebec, Haiti, Africa,
Louisiana, Vietnam, the French Indies, etc. Also offered as French 572.
480 Special Topics (1-3). Each time this course is offered a particular author,
genre or area of literature will be treated. Topics will be announced in advance.
May be repeated for credit when the topic changes. Permission of the
department chairman is required. On demand.
490 Special Readings (1-3). Intensive readings in field or literary figure to be
selected by the student in consultation with the instructor. Available, by
permission only, to advanced students of French; available only when student
cannot take regularly scheduled courses. Prerequisite: 3.0 GPA. On demand.
499 Senior Seminar (Capstone) (3). Required for major. Covers seminal
works of French literature in their historical and cultural context. Course
content varies, but will include such elements as geography. politics, folklore,
history of the language, architecture, art and music. To be taken during final
Winter Semester of residence. Prerequisite: 21 hours beyond first year.
Offered: Winter Semester.
512 17th-Century French Literature (3). Selected readings in the literature
of the 17th century, with an emphasis on non-dramatic works. Also offered as
French 412. Prerequisites“ Admission to M.A. in Romance Languages and
Literature program or permission of instructor.
513 18th-Century French Literature (3). Emphasis on philosophical and
social significance. Authors may include Marivaux, Beaumarchais, LeSage,
L’Abbe Prevost, Montesquieu, Rousseau, Diderot. Also offered as French 413.
Prerequisites: Admission to M.A. in Romance Languages and Literature
program or permission of instructor.
514 Medieval Literature (3). Selected readings in various genres including
epic, romance, theater and lyric. Emphasis will be placed on the intertextual
relations and the cultural and historical context surrounding text production in
the Middle Ages. Also offered as French 414. Prerequisites: Admission to
M.A. in Romance Languages and Literature program or permission of
instructor.
517 16th-Century French Literature (3). Selected readings in prose and
poetry from Marot through Astree. Authors may include Rabelais, Ronsard, du
Bellay, Montaigne, Marguerite de Navarre. Also offered as French 417
520 Non-Dramatic 17th-Century French Literature (3). Evaluation and
reading of the works of Malherbe and contemporaries, of Descartes and Pascal
and contemporaries, and of the great authors at the height of the classical
period.
524 19th-Century French Literature (3). Selected readings in various genres
from Romanticism through symbolism. Also offered as French 424.
526 20th-Century French Literature (3). Selected readings from the Belle
Epoque to the contemporary period. Also offered as French 426.
531 Racine (3). Seminar on the career and work of Jean Racine. Study of
17th-century dramaturgy and individual research on particular plays.
533 Voltaire (3). Seminar on Voltaire and his place in the French
Enlightenment. Also offered as French 433.
534 Diderot (3). Seminar on Diderot and the Encyclopedie and their
contributions to the French Enlightenment. Also offered as French 434.
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535 Rabelais (3). An extensive study of Rabelais and his place in Renaissance
thought.
536 Moliere (3). Moliere’s theater with emphasis on the interrelationship of
the plays.
540 Medieval Romance (3). The various movements of French medieval
romance from the 12th through 15th centuries with an emphasis on the 12th
and 13th centuries. Analysis of literary technique and socio-historical context
will be stressed. No knowledge of Old French is assumed. Also offered as
French 440. Prerequisites: Admission to M.A. in Romance Languages and
Literature program or permission of instructor.
544 Renaissance Poetry (3). French Poetry from the Grand Rhetoriqueurs
through the Pleiade. Study of poetic forms, major poets and schools, and
different approaches to analyzing poetry. Also offered as French 444.
Prerequisites: Admission to M.A. in Romance Languages and Literature
program or permission of instructor.
545 Epistolarity and the Novel (3). Explorations of the genre through the
analysis of 17th- and 18th- century French novels. Introduced by a theoretical
review. Also offered as French 445. Prerequisites: Admission to M.A. in
Romance Languages and Literature program or permission of instructor.
546 17th-Century French Drama (3). The classical period: Emphasis on
Corneille, Racine and Moliere. Also offered as French 446. Prerequisites:
Admission to M.A. in Romance Languages and Literature program or
permission of instructor.
547 19th-Century French Poetry (3). The study of the poetry and dominant
poetic movements of the 19th century, with special attention given to different
approaches to its analysis. Also offered as French 447. Prerequisites:
Admission to M.A. in Romance Languages and Literature program or
permission of instructor.
548 20th Century French Theater (3). Analysis of major currents of French
theater of the 20th Century, with emphasis upon the postwar period and its
movements. Also offered as French 448.
552 Medieval Poetry (3). A study of medieval poetry including religious and
secular poetry, Provencal and Old French lyric, the influence of poetry in other
genres such as romance and theater, later medieval poetry of the 14th and 15th
centuries, as well as a discussion of the origins of the lyric. Also offered as
French 452. Prerequisites: Admission to M.A. in Romance Languages and
Literature program or permission of instructor.
554 The Intellectual Origins of the French Revolution (3). Study of
philosophical and political texts by Montesquieu, Rousseau, Voltaire, Diderot,
etc. on government, society, language, freedom and equality. Critical study of
the Enlightenment. Also offered as French 454. Prerequisites: Admission to
M.A. in Romance Languages and Literature program or permission of
instructor.
555 Fin-de-Siecle and Belle Epoque (3). Study of the literary, cultural and
historical context of this time period in French history, for example:
Symbolism, Decadence, and the years 1900-1914. Also offered as French 455.
Prerequisites: Admission to M.A. in Romance Languages and Literature
program or permission of instructor.
556 20th-Century French Poetry (3). The study of 20th-century poetry with
special consideration given to different approaches to its analysis. Also offered
as French 456. Prerequisites: Admission to M.A. in Romance Languages and
Literature program or permission of instructor.
561 20th Century French Narrative (3). The analysis of major currents in
French 20th-century narrative, especially fiction and film. Courses will be
organized around narrative themes or historical events and will include social
and cultural components. Also offered as French 461. Prerequisites:
Admission to M.A. in Romance Languages and Literature program or
permission of instructor.
563 19th-Century French Fiction (3). Studies in the birth, development, and
variation of French Romanticism. Readings include de Stael, Senancour,
Constant, Hugo, Stendhal and Merimee. The advent of realism and naturalism
in France. Readings include Balzac, Flaubert, Daudet, De Maupassant, and
Zola. Also offered as French 463. On demand.
568 French Literature Between the World Wars (3). A study of the major
works of French literature from 1919 to 1939. Also offered as French 468.
570 Studies in Critical Thought (3). Various currents of 20th-century literary
criticism and their political and historical contexts. Also offered as French 470.
Prerequisites: Admission to M.A. in Romance Languages and Literature
program or permission of instructor.
571 Autobiography (3). Analysis of autobiographies and autobiographical
texts such as diaries and memoirs together with theoretical texts on the genre.
The concentration of different periods or issues may change from semester to
semester, i.e. the art of autobiography as practiced by 20th-century writers,
especially women. Also offered as French 471. Prerequisites: Admission to
M.A. in Romance Languages and Literature program or permission of
instructor.
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572 Francophone Studies (3). Study of different national Francophone
literatures. Reading may include writers from Quebec, Haiti, Africa,
Louisiana, Vietnam, the French Indies, etc. Also offered as French 472.
Prerequisites: Admission to M.A. in Romance Languages and Literature
program or permission of instructor.
580 Special Topics (1-3). Treatment of a particular genre or area of literature
or language normally not offered through regular courses. May be repeated for
credit when the topic changes. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. On
demand.
590 Directed Studies in French Literature (1-3). Intensive readings in a field
or literary figure to be selected by the student in consultation with the
instructor. Available by permission of chairman only when student cannot take
regularly scheduled courses.
590A 17th Century French Drama (1-3).
590B 19th Century French Literature (3).
590C Eighteenth Century French Literature (1-3).
German Courses
110 Elementary German I (5). The goals of this course are an ability to speak
and to understand simple (spoken) German as well as to read and write simple
prose. Every fall and summer.
111 Introduction to Business German I (5). The goals of this course are the
development of essential language skills in order to communicate effectively in
basic situations. Every Fall. Prerequisites: None. Offered: Every Fall.
120 Elementary German II (5). Continuation of German 110. Every winter.
Prerequisite(s): German 110 or equivalent. Semester Offered: Every semester.
121 Introduction to Business German II (5). German 121 (5 Credits):
Continuation of German III. Every Semester. Prerequisites: German 110 or
111 or equivalent. Offered: Winter.
211 Second-Year German I (3). Further development of comprehension and
communicative skills in the language. Readings of moderate difficulty and
grammar review. Practice in writing. The goal is attainment of intermediate
proficiency in the language. Prerequisite: German 120. Fall.
221 Second-Year German II (3). Continuation of German 211. Every winter.
250 Commercial German (3). Business practices and correspondence in the
German language; special vocabulary of business, trade, banking and
administration. Refinement of grammatical and stylistic skills. Subjects treated
include price inquiries, quotations, offers, orders, complaints, administrative,
banking and diplomatic correspondence. Prerequisite: German 221 or
equivalent.
280 Special Intermediate German Topics I (2-4). Instruction of German on
the second-year/intermediate level introducing new methods of foreign
language teaching or special texts and topics not normally offered through
regular courses. May not be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Elementary I and
II college-level courses or equivalent. As needed.
290 Special Intermediate German Topics II (2-4). Continuation of German
280. May not be repeated for credit. As needed.
301 Introduction to Literary Studies (3). An introduction to the study of the
different genres of German literature and techniques of criticism. Readings
include representative works of major authors from various periods. Strongly
recommended for all majors. To be taken before or concurrently with other
literature courses. Even numbered years, fall.
304 Aspects of Contemporary German Culture (Conducted in English)
(3). The goal of the course is to familiarize the student with various aspects of
contemporary culture in the German-speaking countries (Germany,
Switzerland, Austria). The class will be structured around lectures, guest
lectures, audiovisual presentations and discussions, emphasizing crosscultural
comparisons. (Not for major credit in German).
305 Current Events in Germany (3). This course focuses on contemporary
issues in Germany such as politics, the economy, foreign affairs, culture,
science, education, etc. Various television news programs, news magazines,
and newspapers will be the primary sources of information in this course.
Prerequisites: 221 or equivalent.
306 Aspects of Contemporary German Culture (Conducted in German)
(3). The goal of the course is to familiarize the student with various aspects of
contemporary culture in the German-speaking countries (Germany,
Switzerland, Austria). The class will be structured around lectures, guest
lectures, audiovisual presentations and discussions, emphasizing crosscultural
comparisons.
310 Classical Period of German Literature (3). Readings in the late 18th
and 19th centuries with emphasis on Goethe and Schiller.
315 Intermediate Conversation and Composition I (3). Practice in speaking
and writing German; emphasis on idiomatic usage. Required for major.
Prerequisite: German 221 or equivalent. Every fall.
325 Intermediate Conversation and Composition II (3). Continuation of
German 315. Required for major. Prerequisite: German 315. Every winter.
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340 Society and Literature in 20th-Century Germany (3). Conducted in
English with English translations. Literary currents and figures in 20th-century
Germany against their social and political background, from the turn of the
century to the postwar period. Reading and discussion of major works by such
authors as Thomas Mann, Hesse, Kafka, Rilke, Brecht, Boll, Grass,