Academic Advising in the Majors
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Table of Contents Quick Reference List of Offices & Programs w/ Contacts List of Departments & Programs w/ Contacts 3 4 OUS Who’s Who in the OUS OUS Overview Vision & Mission Academic Advising Vision & Mission Internships & Professional Development Internships Professional Development Pre-Law Advising Services Health Professions Advising The BRIDGE Society Arts & Sciences Professional Development Courses 6 9 9 10 12 The Core Curriculum Summary Detailed Course Requirements 13 13 Frequently Asked Questions List of Questions Advanced Placement Advising Augustine & Culture Seminar Languages Policies & Procedures Registration Sciences/Health Professions Support Programs 18 19 20 22 22 23 25 25 27 Frequently Used Policies & Procedures Academic Standing Academic Probation Academic Dismissal Academic Integrity Academic Progress Attendance Closed Sections Complaints against Faculty Drop/Add Faculty Feedback Medical Leave of Absence Overload Policy Residency Requirements for Graduation Scholastic Load Policy Transfer Hours Undergraduate Taking Graduate Level Courses University Withdrawal Walkers at Commencement 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 30 30 30 30 30 31 31 31 31 31 32 1 Guidelines of Legal Issues and Advising Basic FERPA Principles Common FERPA Compliance Issues for Faculty Members 33 34 Registration & Course Selection Guiding Students in Course Selection Schedule for Completing Core Curriculum Requirements as a CLAS Arts Student MyNOVA Student View: Steps to Access Schedule Steps to Registration Process Steps to Running a CAPP Report Steps to Accessing Faculty CATS Reports Advising Tools: Student Contact Information PINS Internal Transcript CAPP Report Advisees with Quick Links Faculty CATS Reports Visual for Running a CAPP Accessing Midterm Grades Semester Numerical Designations in Banner Support Resources Support Resources: Services & Contact Information 36 37 38 38 40 43 2 QUICK REFERENCE OFFICES & PROGRAMS OFFICE/PROGRAM CONTACT LOCATION Athletics Jenn Brophy Krista Chmielewski Galeet Farrow Charles Hoffman Samantha Wheeler Arthur Purcaro Nancy Dudak Joan Whitney Norman Pitt Paul Pugh Stephen McWilliams Greg Hannah Kate Szumanski Michael Pennington Millicent Gaskell Bonnie Lee Behm Phil O’Neill Mary McGonigle Louise Russo Ann Trail Stacy Andes Kathryn Poet Elizabeth Campanella Stephen McWilliams Nancy Mott Field House 1st Fl. Alcohol & Drug Intervention Bursar Summer Business Inst. (SBI) Campus Ministry Career Services Counseling Center Dean Of Students Disability Services Experiential Education (Internships/Prof. Dev.) Falvey Library Financial Assistance Greek Life Health Center Health Professions Advising Health Promotion International Studies International Students Srvcs. Learning Support Services Math Center (MLRC) Multicultural Affairs Music Activities Pregnancy Support Services Public Safety Registrar Residence Life Service Learning Sexual Assault Recourse Coordinator Team Student Development Student Government (SGA) Unit Help Desk Wild Card Office Writing Center Terry Nance John Dunphy Kathy Byrnes David Tedjeske Pamela Braxton Tom DeMarco Noreen Cameron JJ Brown Mary Beth Simmons 3 Dougherty 208B Kennedy Bartley 1054 St. Rita Garey Health Services Bldg. Dougherty 213 Connelly 2nd Fl. PHONE 97719 95205 94203 94258 95951 97990 94060 94050 SAC 107 94200 94095 93209 93900 Falvey Library Kennedy 2nd Fl. Corr Health Services Bldg. Mendel 143 SAC 125 Health Services Bldg. 94290 94010 97280 94070 94833 98040 97407 Middleton 2nd Fl. Connelly 2nd Fl. Falvey Library 212 Falvey Library 211 Dougherty 102 St. Mary’s Dougherty 202 Farrell Tolentine 202-204 Kennedy SAC 386 AVAILABLE 24/7 Dougherty 214/17 Dougherty 206 Vasey 101 Dougherty 1st Fl. Falvey Library 210 95443 94095 95176 9MLRC 94075 97215 94550 94444 94032 94154 93251 484-343-6028 94213 97203 97777 96202 94604 DEPARTMENTS/PROGRAMS DEPARTMENT/PROGRAM CHAIR/DIRECTOR LOCATION PHONE Africana Studies Crystal Lucky Garey 36 97824 Arab and Islamic Studies Hibba Abugideiri SAC 415 94683 Arabic Language & Cultural Studies Maghan Keita Garey 34 96996 Art History Mark Sullivan SAC 403 96933 Asian Studies Elizabeth Kolsky SAC 277 94640 Astrophysics and Planetary Science Ed Fitzpatrick Mendel 460 94820 Augustine & Culture Seminar Program Marylu Hill SAC 303 96936 Augustine in Dialogue w/ Faith & Culture Kevin Hughes SAC 304 97300 Biochemistry Janice Knepper/Jen Palenchar Mendel 215 94840 Biology Russell Gardner Mendel 147 94832 Business Minor Samantha Wheeler Bartley 1054 95951 Chemistry Scott Kassel Mendel 215A 94840 Chinese Language & Cultural Studies Maghan Keita Garey 34 96996 Classical Studies Valentina DeNardis SAC 304 96165 Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience Thomas Toppino Tolentine 334 94722 Cognitive Science Program Charles Folk Tolentine 252 97464 Communication Maurice Hall/Sheryl Bowen Garey 28 94750 Comprehensive Science Robert Styer SAC 347 94862 Computing Sciences Lillian (“Boots”) Cassel Mendel 161 97307 Criminology Tom Arvanites SAC 204 94774 Cultural Studies Karen Hollis SAC 277 94640 Economics Peter Zaleski Bartley 2014 94370 Education and Counseling Edward Fierros SAC 302 94620 English Evan Radcliffe SAC 402 94630 Environmental Science & Studies Frank Galgano Mendel G67 93337 Ethics Mark Doorley SAC 104 94692 French and Francophone Studies Silvia Nagy-Zemki SAC 303 97478 Gender and Women's Studies Timothy McCall/Lisa Sewell SAC 277 93815 Geography and the Environment Francis Galgano Mendel G67 93337 Global Interdisciplinary Studies Maghan Keita Garey 36 96302 History Paul Rosier SAC 403 94662 Honors Program Thomas W. Smith Garey 106 94650 Humanities Kevin Hughes SAC 304 96165 Irish Studies Joseph Lennon SAC 455 94647 Italian Studies Silvia Nagy-Zemki SAC 303 97478 Japanese Language & Cultural Studies Maghan Keita Garey 34 96996 Latin American Studies Satya Pattnayak SAC 273 94773 Mathematics & Statistics Douglas Norton SAC 305 94850 Center for Peace & Justice Kathryn Getek Soltis Corr 106 96849 Philosophy Sally Scholz SAC 108 96490 4 Physics Robert DeVos Mendel 347 94860 Political Science Matt Kerbel SAC 202 94710 Portuguese Studies Silvia Nagy-Zemki SAC 303 97478 Psychology Thomas Toppino Tolentine 334 94722 Public Administration Catherine Wilson SAC 267 97851 Russian Area Studies Joseph Loya SAC 277 97219 Russian Language & Cultural Studies Meghan Keita Garey 37A 96952 Sociology Robert DeFina SAC 204 94482 Spanish Studies Silvia Nagy-Zemki SAC 303 97478 Sustainability Studies Paul Rosier SAC 441 94677 Theatre Fr. David Cregan SAC 205 94760 Theology and Religious Studies Peter Spitaler SAC 203 94730 Writing & Rhetoric Karyn Hollis SAC 458 97872 5 Office for Undergraduate Students explore. experience. evolve. Who’s Who in the OUS Joseph Orkwiszewski Associate Dean, Baccalaureate Programs Professor, Department of Biology (610) 519-4828 SAC 105 joseph.orkwiszewski@villanova.edu Oversees All Baccalaureate Programs Advisor to Undeclared Science Students Professor of Biology Fr. Paul Galetto Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Students (610) 519-8370 SAC 107 as-ous@villanova.edu Oversees all Office for Undergraduate Students operations o Academic Advising o Leadership and Professional Development o Internships Teaches in the Department of Theology Michael Hones Associate Director, Office for Undergraduate Students Professor, Department of Physics (610) 519-4885 SAC 123 michael.hones@villanova.edu Advisor to Science Undeclared Academic Integrity Administrator Liaison to Athletics for Advising & Student Issues Professor of Physics Alicia McCumber Senior Administrative Assistant (610) 519-7724 SAC 107 alicia.mccumber@villanova.edu Supports Assistant Dean and Associate Director in OUS Coordinates Leaves of Absence & Medical Leaves of Absence Liaison to Faculty with Concerns About Specific Students Kathleen M. Moore Operations Manager (610) 519-8900 SAC 107 kathleen.m.moore@villanova.edu Oversees Graduation Certification Budget Coordinator Responds to Special Requests and Student Issues 6 Academic Advising Linda Boettcher Director, Academic Advising (610) 519-8996 SAC 107 linda.boettcher@villanova.edu Oversees Undeclared Advising Program and 1-Credit Academic Advising Course (ASPD 1000) Advisor to Academically At-Risk Students Develops and Facilitates Undeclared Faculty Advisor Training and Supports Major Advisors Teaches in the ACS Program Andrew J. Bove Associate Director, Academic Advising (610) 519-3857 SAC 123 andrew.j.bove@villanova.edu Oversees 1-Credit Academic Advising Course and Major’s Fair Advisor to Academically At-Risk Students Creates and Oversees Assessment for Advising Program Teaches in the ACS Program Ann Trail Health Professions Academic Advisor (610) 519-8040 SAC 125 ann.trail@villanova.edu Advises students regarding undergraduate, prerequisite coursework needed for entrance to medical school and other post-graduate health programs Supports students on their path to post-graduate education in the health professions, including preparation for standardized testing Kathleen Matkowski Administrative Assistant, Academic Advising (610) 519-7453 SAC 107 kathleen.matkowski@villanova.edu Maintains Official Student Records Including Transcript Processing and Transfer Credit Approval Assists with Transfer Student Process Assist Faculty Advisors and Students with Advising Concerns Internships & Professional Development Kate Szumanski Director, Professional Development (610) 519-3942 SAC 107 kathryn.szumanski@villanova.edu Directs Internship-for-Academic-Credit Program Oversees Professional Development Programming and 1-credit ASPD 2000-Level Courses Develops Strategic Communication and Outreach Initiatives Advises the student-led BRIDGE Society Michael J. Pennington Director, Experiential Education & Pre-Law Advising Services (610) 519-7427 SAC 107 michael.j.pennington@villanova.edu Oversees and Attends Experiential Education Programs Directs Pre-Law Advising Services Advises the student-led Pre-Law Society & BLSA (Black Law Students Association) 7 Charlotte Holmes Administrative Assistant, Internships (610) 519-4232 SAC 107 charlotte.holmes@villanova.edu Supports Internship-for-Academic-Credit Program Registers Students for Academic Internships and Monitors Student Progress Communicates with Academic Departments Regarding Internship Matters Louise A. Russo Health Professions Advisor Associate Professor, Department of Biology (610) 519-4869 Mendel 143 louise.russo@villanova.edu Oversees Health Professions Advising Program Supports Students Applying to Medical School and Other Post-Graduate Health Programs Christine Gadonas Administrative Assistant, Health Professions Advising (610) 519-4833 Mendel 143 christine.gadonas@villanova.edu Supports Health Professions Advising Program Outreaches to Pre-Health Students via Facebook and Blackboard Interfaces Chuck Francisco Social Media and Special Event Coordinator (610) 519-5021 SAC 127 charles.francisco@villanova.edu Implements OUS Social Media and Outreach Strategies Advertises Events, Programs, and Deadline-Critical Information Coordinates Special Events, such as Candidates’ Day and Open Houses 8 Office for Undergraduate Students Overview The Office supports students as they transition into collegiate life and introduces them to a number of academic possibilities and professional opportunities. Through Academic Advising, we encourage students to reflect on their experiences enabling them to make informed educational choices. Leadership and Professional Development empowers students to make connections between their educational pursuits and their possible professional directions through specially designed courses, workshops, and internships. College Data Services maintains records and assists in educating students on technology that will allow them to monitor their progress towards graduation. Through collaboration with other University resources, such as Learning Support Services, the Counseling Center, Health Promotion, Multicultural Affairs, the Career Center, and Student Life, we enable students to realize their full potential personally, educationally, and professionally. Vision The Office for Undergraduate Students aspires to be at the forefront in student support by continuously improving our services and advising in academics, professional development, and experiential education. We strive to create a welcoming and supportive environment for an increasingly diverse student population. We seek to foster collaborative relationships to promote student growth in mind, body, and spirit. Mission The Office for Undergraduate Students guides and supports students from orientation to graduation as they explore the possibilities that the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences provides. We empower students to begin a process of self-discovery, providing them with the resources to forge their own educational and professional direction. Academic Advising Vision Academic Advising strives to build strong connections between others in our College, University, and profession to provide the highest quality services to our students. We aspire to make significant contributions to our field through research and participation in conferences. Mission Academic Advising guides students as they transition into collegiate life and begin the process of selfdiscovery, enabling them to make informed academic choices. Through innovative training of faculty advisors and on-going assessment, we provide the resources and support necessary to mentor students and improve our services. 9 Internships & Professional Development Specialized Advising in Pre-law and Health Professions http://www1.villanova.edu/villanova/artsci/undergrad/ous.html Professional Development offers advising, programming, and courses that enable students to identify their strengths, explore professional and educational possibilities, and develop the skills necessary to prepare them for professional life. Through this process, we empower students to pursue their aspirations. The Professional Development Program consists of the following four areas: Internships, Professional Development, Pre-law Advising Services, and Health Professions Advising. INTERNSHIPS To support students as they seek experiential learning opportunities and internships, the Internship Program provides resources, including individual meetings, workshops, and events, to assist students as they explore professional possibilities. Students’ experience in the workplace applying their academic and professional skills will prepare them to meet and exceed workplace expectations in post-graduation employment. Through the Program, students can earn credit through their major, concentration, or minor for relevant work experience, or they can earn elective credit for work experience unrelated to their primary coursework. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT The Professional Development component provides students with a foundation for learning how their academic knowledge and skills transfer into the professional world. Students work in one-on-one meetings, through workshops, and in 1-credit courses to develop their skills. In the 1-credit Professional Development course, students learn how to write resumes, interview with professionals, research careers, identify internship and job opportunities, analyze requisite skills for internships and jobs, and identify and convey their own personal story. Additional courses offered to enhance professionalism include The Legal Profession, Professional Communication, Networking for Success, Social Networking, and Introduction to Professional Writing. To introduce students to a variety of timely professional topics, the Office hosts many events throughout the academic year. In addition, through the College’s BRIDGE Society, students learn about a wide variety of careers while networking with Villanova alumni and area professions. PRE-LAW ADVISING SERVICES Pre-law Advising Services educates students about the requisite skills for a career in law. Students attend workshops and work with the Pre-law Advisor to ascertain their interest in law, develop their skills, prepare for and complete the application process, and evaluate law schools. The Program hosts events such as the Law School Admission Panel and the Mock Admission Panel with law school admission representatives to assist students with the application process. HEALTH PROFESSIONS ADVISING The Health Professions Advising Program provides services to all students interested in the health professions, including counseling on careers in the health professions, standardized test preparation and compilation of application materials. Through one-on-one meetings and presentations, students understand what skills and abilities are necessary to succeed in a career in the health professions. The BRIDGE Society The BRIDGE Society was formed in the spring of 2012 to provide an opportunity for students in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences to explore professional opportunities that complement their academic studies. The mission of the BRIDGE Society, which stands for “Build Relationships, Inspire Development, Gain Expertise,” is “to build relationships among students and alumni in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, to inspire both student professional development and alumni institutional development, as well as to provide a forum for students to gain the experiences necessary to forge their future direction.” 10 The BRIDGE Society hosts evening networking and mentoring events with alumni, employers, and community partners to introduce students to professional development topics and industries. The Society consists of the following 15 industry branches with student Co-Chairs in each branch: Advertising, Marketing, and Public Relations; Business and Investment; Education and Training; Environmental; Government and Policy; Health Professions; Hotel, Restaurant Management, and Event Planning; Human Resources; Pre-Law; Nonprofit; Psychology and Social Services; Publishing, Writing, Media, and Creative Arts; Sciences, Biotech, and Pharmaceutical; Sports and Recreation; and Technology, IT, and Computer Science. In the spring semester, the Society hosts a special event, The Leadership Forum, with industry leaders. Please visit http://www1.villanova.edu/villanova/artsci/undergrad/ous/lpdsociety.html for more information about BRIDGE, to download the application, and to view upcoming events. Please email bridgesocietyvu@gmail.com if you have any questions. 11 ASPD (Arts & Science Professional Development) 1-Credit Courses The College now offers a number of 1-credit advising and professional development courses designed to provide students with a foundation for academic success and learning how their academic knowledge and skills transfer into the professional world. These courses will help students gain confidence in marketing their Liberal Arts & Sciences education. If students take three 1-credit ASPD courses before graduation, they can be bundled into one 3-credit freeelective. ASPD 1000 Academic Advising: Explore & Experience This course will provide you with the tools and knowledge you will need to be successful as a student in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) at Villanova. The course will show you how to go beyond the routines and expectations of high school and become an active, engaged, productive college student. You will learn how to explore the curriculum and make informed educational choices, access and derive benefit from University support services, and avail yourself of opportunities for professional development such as internships. You will have the chance to interact with your advisor and other first-year students about the nature, purpose, value, and professional possibilities of a classical liberal arts and sciences education. ASPD 2000 Professional Development Embark on your professional development journey by working your way through the following step-by-step process: identifying individual skills, strengths, and interests through assessments; developing and revising a professional resume; conducting an informational interview with a professional; creating an elevator speech for use at networking events, in interviews, and at career fairs; researching professions and internships and learning how to market a Liberal Arts & Sciences degree for these positions; and creating a professional development plan that identifies academic, personal, and professional goals. ASPD 2001 Intro to Professional Writing Learn the hallmarks of effective professional writing: How to target an audience while writing clearly, concisely, and persuasively. Gain valuable professional writing experience directly transferable to writing in internships and professional positions. ASPD 2002 The Legal Profession Investigate areas of law and potential legal paths as you learn what it means to “think like a lawyer.” Learn how to maneuver successfully through the application process and how to transition well to the challenges of law school. ASPD 2003 Professional Communication This course provides a foundation for leadership studies and professional speaking. You will enhance your professional communication by learning various perspectives that will deepen your understanding of leadership and enable you to succeed in a diverse, ever-changing workplace. ASPD 2004 Social Networking Making connections and staying connected has never been easier with sites like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Learn how to harness the power of social media for professional gain and become a savvy social networker. ASPD 2005 Networking for Success Learn the importance and relevance of networking for your professional success. This course is designed for students who want to identify, understand, and develop personal strengths and relationships to explore and expand professional opportunities. Please see myNOVA and search Professional Development for Arts and Sciences for a list of the available sections. If you have any questions about individual appointments or courses, please email aslp@villanova.edu. 12 The Core Curriculum Summary I. Foundational Courses a. Augustine and Culture Seminar (ACS) b. Theology and Religious Studies c. Philosophy d. Ethics II. Languages III. Mathematics or Statistics IV. Sciences (MSE) V. Core Literature and Writing Seminar (CLAWS)* VI. History VII. Social Sciences VIII. Fine Arts IX. Theology and Religious Studies (2 courses) (1 course) (1 course) (1 course) (through the intermediate level) (1 course) (2 courses with laboratories) (1 course) (1 course) (2 courses) (1 course) (1 course) Diversity Requirement All students must complete two diversity courses. Detailed Course Requirements I. Foundational Courses a. Augustine and Culture Seminar (ACS) Sequence (2 courses) ACS focuses on the question: Who am I? The first seminar (ACS 1000 Ancients) contains readings from Hebrew and Christian scriptures, Greek and Roman antiquity, Augustine, and the High Middle Ages, and is dedicated to understanding the foundations of our shared intellectual tradition. ACS 1001 Moderns continues to address the question of identity with texts from the Renaissance to the modern era. The two-semester ACS course sequence must be taken by all students during the first year of study. Because it is important that students take the Augustine and Culture seminars early in their college careers, students are permitted to drop or withdraw from the courses without academic penalty only under special circumstances. Requests to drip or withdraw must be made to the Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Students. If a student receives permission to drop or withdraw, he or she must take the course at the next possible opportunity. For more information about ACS, visit: http://www.villanova.edu/artsci/vcle/courses.htm b. Theology and Religious Studies (2 courses) THL 1000 (Faith, Reason, and Culture) studies Christianity with a particular focus on Roman Catholicism. Animated by Augustine’s concern to relate Christian faith, reason and human culture, this foundational course in the Cure Curriculum is organized around the fundamental question, What do I believe? Students embark on a journey that engages them in the quest of faith seeking understanding in the context of contemporary global religious, theological, and cultural pluralism. Students explore the faith-reason-culture relations through the academic lenses of theological and religious studies disciplines. c. Philosophy (1 course) PHL 1000 (Knowledge, Reality, Self) explores the philosophical responses to the questions of how we can know, what is real, and what is the nature of the human person. d. Ethics (1 course) ETH 2050 The Good Life: Ethics and Contemporary Moral Problems provides critical reflection on distinctive and viable visions of the moral life, with particular focus on Christian, especially Roman Catholic, Augustinian accounts, and explores the significance of different visions through an examination of various contemporary moral questions. ETH 2050 is the final piece of the foundational courses. Normally students should take ETH 2050 by the end of the junior year, after taking the other foundational courses. 13 II. Foreign Language Requirement (through the intermediate level) Language proficiency is required at Villanova 1) through the intermediate level in French, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish; or 2) at the introductory level in ancient Greek, Arabic, Chinese, Irish, Japanese and Russian. Students who are already proficient in other foreign languages may petition for an exemption from the Core Curriculum Language Requirement subject to the conditions under F below. STUDENTS MAY SATISFY THE CORE CURRICULUM LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT IN ONE OF THE FOLLOWING WAYS: A. ADVANCED PLACEMENT EXAMINATION B. COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION (PROFICIENCY EXAM) C. CREDIT BY EXAM D. ROMANCE LANGUAGES AND LATIN E. IRISH AND CRITICAL LANGUAGES F. PETITION FOR EXEMPTION DUE TO DOCUMENTED LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY OPTION A: ADVANCED PLACEMENT EXAMINATION Students may satisfy the Core Curriculum language requirement by attaining a score of 4 or 5 on the applicable Advanced Placement exam. Exams that fulfill the requirement and the course equivalency are listed in the Advanced Placement table in Part III of this manual. For any language not offered at Villanova (such as German), students will not receive course credit for the AP exam in that language. As with other languages, however, students who attain a score of 4 or 5 will satisfy the language requirement. Students who satisfy the language requirement with AP Exams in languages not offered at Villanova must take two additional free electives to assure that they will have enough courses to fulfill graduation requirements. Any questions regarding Advanced Placement credit should be directed to the Office for Undergraduate Students in SAC 107. OPTION B: COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION (PROFICIENCY EXAM) Students may satisfy the Core Curriculum language requirement through satisfactory performance on a proficiency exam administered by the appropriate department. Proficiency exams are administered on specific dates and students must register in advance at the website address below. The deadline to register for a proficiency exam is noon the day before the exam. Students deemed proficient by achieving a grade of C or better on the proficiency examination must instead take two additional free electives to assure that they will have enough courses to fulfill graduation requirements. Comprehensive proficiency examinations may be scheduled online at: https://sp.artsci.villanova.deansoffice/Lists/CoreCurriculumLanguageRequirement/NewForm.aspx. Registration requires a Villanova username and password. OPTION C: CREDIT BY EXAM Students who would like to pursue credit for language fluency may do so through the Credit by Exam program for any language taught at Villanova other than their native language. Students must meet all conditions in place through the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences for the Credit by Exam program. There is a fee of $90.00 per credit. Arrangements for Credit by Exam should be made in the Office for Undergraduate Students in SAC 107. Additional conditions for the Credit by Exam program are listed at: http://www1.villanova.edu/villanova/artsci/undergrad/challenge_exam/conditions.html 14 OPTION D: ROMANCE LANGUAGES AND LATIN Students selecting this option must pass the Intermediate II course, as well as any necessary previous courses, for the language they have chosen and are not required to go further in that language. Students who studied French, Italian, Portuguese or Spanish in high school must complete an online language placement test to be placed into the appropriate level course sequence. Students who studied Latin in high school must complete the online Latin placement questionnaire to be placed into the appropriate level course sequence. Students interested in one of these languages who have no prior experience in the language are required to take the twosemester introductory course sequence before they may register for the intermediate level courses that fulfill the Core Curriculum language requirement. Because placement tests provide only a rough indicator of a student’s level, students who are placed into a course higher than Intermediate II must complete the course to fulfill the requirement. (A student wishing to demonstrate proficiency via a test must take one of the tests listed above under Options A, B, and C.) Students who are placed directly into an Intermediate II or higher course must take one additional free elective to assure that they will have enough courses to fulfill graduation requirements. For additional information on online placement exams or to take the online test, please visit: http://www.villanova.edu/artsci/romancelanglit/about/langrequirements For additional information on Latin or to complete the Latin placement questionnaire, please visit: http://www1.villanova.edu/villanova/artsci/classical/undergrad/lang_requirements.html OPTION E: IRISH AND CRITICAL LANGUAGES (ANCIENT GREEK, ARABIC, CHINESE, JAPANESE, RUSSIAN) Students selecting this option must pass the Introductory II course for the language they have chosen and are not required to go further in that language. These courses are typically four to six credits and meet four to five days per week, depending on the language. Critical language professors will meet with students who have requested placement into these courses during New Student Orientation to determine the appropriate course level. Students should contact individual departments with any questions regarding placement in these languages. Because placement tests provide only a rough indicator of a student’s level, students who are placed into a course higher than Introductory II must complete the course to fulfill the requirement. (A student wishing to demonstrate proficiency via a test must take one of the tests listed above under Options A, B, and C.). Students who are placed directly into an Introductory II course must take one additional free elective to assure that they will have enough courses to fulfill graduation requirements. OPTION F: PETITION FOR EXEMPTION DUE TO DOCUMENTED LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY Students who are fluent in languages for which no comprehensive exam is offered through the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences may petition for an exemption from the Core Curriculum language requirement by submitting a written request for exemption along with documentation of proficiency from an accredited institution. International students may submit Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) scores as documentation of foreign language proficiency for the purposes of the petition process. Students deemed proficient through the petition process must instead take two additional free electives to assure that they will have enough courses to fulfill graduation requirements. Petitions and supporting documentation should be submitted to the Office for Undergraduate Students in SAC 107. Notes: • Language courses vary from three to six credits; regardless of the number of credits, an individual language course counts as one course for purposes of graduation. • Placement tests are used to place students only; they are not to be confused with a proficiency exam. • Students seeking accommodations for documented learning disabilities should contact the Office of Learning Support Services in the Falvey Learning Commons, Suite 212, or by phone at (610) 519-5176. • Additional questions regarding the Core Curriculum language requirement should be addressed to a student’s faculty advisor or to the Office for Undergraduate Students in SAC 107. 15 III. Mathematics or Statistics (1 course) Students must take one course in either mathematics or statistics. Any course offered by the Department of Mathematical Science fulfills the requirement, although the department offers courses every semester specifically designed for the Core Curriculum. These specifically designed courses, along with courses offered from other departments designated by the appropriate attribute, fulfill the core requirement. IV. Science (2 semesters with laboratory) Non-science majors meet the Core Curriculum Science requirement by taking two semesters of Mendel Science Experience (MSE 2000 or MSE 2001), thematically-based lecture/laboratory courses or two semesters of science courses with a laboratory component designed for science majors. Science (AST, BIO, BIOC, CHM, CBN, CSC, ENV, MAT, PHY, PSY – B.S. only) majors meet the science requirement through the regular program of study in their major. Mendel Science Experience courses are unique to Villanova and will not be accepted for transfer into the College of Arts and Sciences. V. Core Literature and Writing Seminar (CLAWS)(1 course) All students take a thematic literature and writing seminar course by the end of their sophomore year. These courses are designated by the Core Lit & Writing Sem attribute. VI. History (1 course) Any history course specifically designated for the Core Curriculum fulfills the core requirement. These specifically designed courses, along with courses offered from other departments designated by the appropriate attribute, fulfill the Core History requirement. VII. Social Sciences (2 courses) Students will satisfy the Social Sciences requirement by taking two courses typically offered through the Departments of Economics, Gender and Women’s Studies, Geography and the Environment, Global Interdisciplinary Studies, Political Science, Psychology, Public Administration, or Sociology, which are designated by the appropriate attribute. VIII. Fine Arts (1 course) The Fine Arts requirement is met through courses that foster and develop an understanding and appreciation of artistic creativity. While some courses may focus on the creative processes that go into making a work of art, others may focus on analysis and interpretation of the products of that artistic creativity. Special designated courses in Theater, Studio Art, Art History, English, and Communication (e.g., Rhetoric/ Performance and Media/Film Studies), designated with the appropriate attribute, fulfill the core requirement. Please note that not all Studio Art courses meet the Fine Arts requirement. IX. Theology and Religious Studies (1 course) The second THL/RST course in the Cure Curriculum develops the theme of faith seeking understanding, engaging culture from a specific disciplinary perspective: biblical studies, systematic or fundamental theology, Christian ethics, historical theology and Augustinian Studies, spirituality, pastoral studies, or world religions. Christian students gain deeper insight into their faith, students from other religions achieve a better understanding of the uniqueness of their own tradition, and all undergraduates acquire that advanced knowledge of the faith-culture-reason relations that are a vital part of the Villanova experience and a necessity for the educated person. Core Curriculum Diversity Requirement (2 courses) Consistent with the University’s Mission Statement and its implementation of the new Core Curriculum in the College of Arts and Sciences, students will take at least two courses designated as “diversity.” Learning to see through the eyes of other peoples and cultures is essential to becoming a citizen of the world. Beyond 16 introducing students to the contextual study of diverse groups, diversity education must foster understanding of how individuals are affected within systems of power, oppression, deprivation, and marginalization and privilege. The objectives of completing core diversity courses ideally include all of the following: a) Expand student knowledge of unfamiliar cultures; b) Expose students to the complexity of power relations across and within varying cultures; c) Provide students the knowledge –base to develop skills for engaging across cultural contexts. Students are required to select two courses, covering two out of the three areas below: Diversity 1: Courses that focus on populations (often named as non-dominant groups, minority, or impoverished groups) in the U. S. or Western Europe, and the systems or mechanisms that give rise to the experiences of power, privilege, and marginalization. Diversity 2: Courses that provide a focus on women’s experiences and/or highlight the relationship between gender, culture, and power. Diversity 3: Courses focus on the culture, economics, politics or ecology of societies and nations other than those of Western Europe and the United States and that emphasize power, privilege, and marginalization or a critical analysis of how these cultures define and express themselves. NOTES: 1. Service-learning courses, internships, and other experiential or community-based learning courses may be applied toward this requirement, provided they include a significant reflective component, just as traditional diversity courses do, and have been pre-approved for diversity course credit. 2. Study abroad courses may be applied toward this requirement; such courses will be assessed the same way as courses at Villanova. 3. A student may not use a single course to fulfill more than one category of the diversity requirement. 4. The diversity requirement cannot be fulfilled by independent study or a senior thesis. 5. Language courses cannot fulfill the requirement, although literature courses in a foreign language can fulfill the requirement provided they focus on appropriate material. 6. A student may take 1-credit workshops provided they meet the above stated requirements of a total of 3 credits in one of the Diversity categories. 7. The spirit of the diversity requirement calls for students to select courses that will broaden their education. The Core Diversity Committee believes it is ultimately the student’s responsibility to select courses to achieve this goal. Fulfilling Core Curriculum Course Requirements Courses or sections of courses that are specifically designed to fulfill Core requirements are designated as such in the Master Schedule, which is available online through MyNOVA. With the exception of Diversity courses, a course that is fulfilling a Core requirement for a student cannot also be applied toward that student’s major, unless explicitly included in the required course program for the major. With the exception of the Foreign Language Requirement, Advanced Placement (AP) credit does not count toward the fulfillment of requirements in the Core Curriculum. AP credits may count toward the fulfillment of major course requirements or as free elective credit. Please discuss this option with your faculty advisor. A course that a student has already taken cannot be retroactively approved to fulfill a Core requirement. 17 Frequently Asked Questions Advanced Placement Q: How are AP scores applied at Villanova or what do they count for? Q: How do students know whether their AP scores have been received and applied to their transcript? Q: How do students get their AP scores to VU? Advising Q: Should Faculty Advisors count courses or credits? Q: What do N, NF, NG and Y grades represent? Q: How do Faculty Advisors access student schedules? Q: How can faculty submit feedback to a student’s advisor and how do Faculty Advisors receive faculty feedback on their advisees? Q: How do Faculty Advisors access additional important information about their advisees? Q: Where do I find important forms that either I or my advisees might need? Q: How do I help my advisees determine which courses count for the Core Requirements? Q: How do the Summer Business Institute (SBI) courses contribute to a student’s LAS degree? Augustine & Culture Seminar (ACS) Q: What is ACS? Q: What is a Learning Community? Languages Q: What is the Core Foreign Language Requirement and how can it be satisfied? Q: What is the difference between a placement exam, a proficiency exam and Credit-By-Exam? Q: How do departments determine the appropriate course level for a student continuing a language? Policies & Procedures Q: What is the process for declaring a major? Q: Can students declare more than one major? Q: Can courses be overlapped to receive more than one degree from VU? Q: Are students allowed to take evening courses at VU? Q: What should students know about WXing a course? Q: Can students take courses elsewhere and receive credit at VU? Q: Can students reschedule final exams? Q: Can students in other VU colleges earn a major in the CLAS? Registration Q: Can students register for more than 5 courses of 3 credits or more? Why won’t the system allow some students to register for five courses? Q: Do students need to take introductory courses before taking upper level courses? Sciences/Health Professions Q: Which math course should students take? Q: If a student is interested in pursuing a degree in the natural sciences or one of the health professions, who can students contact to determine what courses to take? Q: What is a technical GPA? Support Programs Q: What is the ACTIVE Retention Program? Q: What is the STOVS Program? Q: What is the AAP Program? 18 Advanced Placement Q: How are AP scores applied at Villanova or what do they count for? A: AP credits may count toward the fulfillment of major/concentration/minor course requirements or as freeelective credit. With the exception of the Foreign Language Requirement, Advanced Placement (AP) credit does not count toward the fulfillment of Core Curriculum requirements. Q: How do students know whether their AP scores have been received and applied to their transcript? A: AP Placement scores for incoming freshmen who have sent them electronically are viewable in myNova. They reside on the 1st year tab in the Freshmen Checklist Channel at the bottom of the list. Once upperclassmen and freshmen have their Schedules, they should follow these instructions: To view AP test scores received: Log into myNOVA. Click on the tab marked Home Scroll to the bottom of the page and Click on the link labeled NOVASIS Click on the tab marked Personal (upper left hand corner of the page) Scroll down the menu of links and click on Check Advanced Placement Scores Note: AP scores must be received no later than the end of freshman year. 19 Q: How do students get their AP scores to VU? A: Students should request that the College Board send AP scores directly to Villanova University: VU code is 2959. For students who are not sure whether they had their scores sent to Villanova University, have them check the AP Score Report they received in the mail from the College Board which lists their cumulative AP scores and any colleges to which their scores were sent. If Villanova University is not listed, their scores were not sent. To have scores sent to Villanova University, please send students to the College Board website and have them read the information about ‘Score Reporting Services’ or have them contact the College Board at: AP Services P.O. Box 6671 Princeton, NJ 08541-6671 Phone: (609) 771-7300 or (888) 225-5427 (toll-free in the U.S. and Canada) Email: apexams@info.collegeboard.org Advising Q: Should Faculty Advisors count courses or credits? A: When assessing a student’s (i.e., arts student) progress towards graduation, count the number of courses rather than the number of credits. A minimum of 40 courses (of three of more credits) plus two labs is required for graduation. This translates to a minimum of 122 credit hours. The courses fall into three categories: academic major requirements, core curriculum requirements, and free-electives (minors come out of the free-electives). Note that three 1-credit ASPD classes, or three 1-credit PSY classes, or three 1-credit IGR (i.e., COM) may be bundled to count as one free-elective course. A typical semester load is five courses of three or more credits. Occasionally, a student may only be able to register for four courses, because adding a fifth generates an error message about exceeding the limit of credits (i.e. 17 for Arts or 19 for Science). For example: The student is taking a five- or six-credit language (RUS, CHI, JPN, ARB, GRK). This counts as one course. The student has extra 1-credit courses for ROTC, ASPD, Science, 4th hour ACS, or Service Learning. In these cases, the student needs to fill out the ‘Credit Increase Course Overload’ form in OUS so that he/she can register for a fifth course. Try to anticipate the need for a credit increase so that students are able to register for a full load of courses at the assigned registration time. Q: What do N, NF, NG and Y grades represent? A: An N is an incomplete. The student has approximately 30 days after the end of finals to complete the required work, at which point the professor submits a Grade Change Form (Refer to the online Academic Calendar for the exact deadlines each semester). An NF grades is an N that was never completed. After the deadline for incomplete work to be submitted, the N grade will automatically become an NF (i.e., F). An NG is to be posted only if the student never attended (notice should be sent to Office of the Registrar, as well). A Y grade is given when the student fails due to excessive absences. Q: How do Faculty Advisors access student schedules? A: Under ‘Advising Tools’ on the ‘Faculty’ tab, click on ‘Advisees with Quick Links’ and select the term to access advisee information. Student schedules can be found by clicking the ‘Student Information’ link – the first of the four ‘View’ links listed for your student. After clicking ‘View’, click ‘Student Schedule’ at the very bottom of the page. 20 Q: How can faculty submit feedback to a student’s advisor and how do Faculty Advisors receive faculty feedback on their advisees? A: Faculty can submit feedback anytime throughout the semester. There are boxes to select that indicate possible concerns about a student. There is also a “Comments” box, allowing faculty to report other concerns, such as personal issues. On the right side there are recommendation options that can be selected indicating, for example, that the student needs to provide a timetable to make up missed work or the student needs tutoring. When appropriate, the information will be forwarded to a student’s Faculty Advisor. Accessing the Faculty Feedback Function: Go to the Faculty Tab on the MyNova Portal Under Faculty Course Tools, select Faculty Feedback A list of the students in your course will appear. Click on the Show_Hide_Item line to the left of the student’s name and click the applicable check boxes and/or submit an individualized comment in the bottom box. Once all feedback has been entered click the “Submit” button at the bottom of the page below the course list of students. Faculty Advisors who are especially concerned about an advisee may email Alicia McCumber (alicia.mccumber@villanova.edu) to request that an advisee’s faculty be contacted and asked for feedback. The Faculty Advisor will then be given a table containing the responses for the advisee so that he/she may follow-up. Q: How do Faculty Advisors access additional important information about their advisees? A: In the bottom left box under the ‘Faculty’ tab, there is a link to ‘Novasis’. Click the link, select ‘Faculty and Advisors’ and then ‘Advisor Menu’. There are several links that are useful to advisors, particularly ‘Academic Transcripts and Mid-Term Grades for Advisees/Students’. Q: Where do I find important forms that either I or my advisees might need? A: Most of these forms are available online at the Office for Undergraduate Students’ website. Search ‘OUS’, go to the main page and select ‘Student Forms & Policies’ from the menu along the left side of the page. Other forms not available online are available in the Office located in SAC 107. Q: How do I help my advisees determine which courses ‘count’ for the Core Requirements? A: Students and advisors may locate courses that fulfill the Core Requirements by following these steps: Searching for Courses that Meet the Core Requirements 1. Log in to my NOVA. 2. Click on ‘Student’ tab. 3. Click on ‘Search for Classes’. 4. On the ‘Master Schedule Class Search’ page select which attribute (i.e., which Core Requirement) you would like to search for from the drop down menu in the ‘Attribute Type’ box (e.g., Core History, Fine Arts Requirement, Diversity Requirement 1). 5. If you want to narrow your search by selecting a particular discipline, choose the discipline(s) you want to include from the drop down menu in the ‘Subject’ box. For example, you may want to select a course that meets the Fine Arts Requirement from those offered by the Communication Department. 6. Click on ‘Class Detail Search’ at the bottom of the page. Q: How do the Summer Business Institute (SBI) courses contribute to a student’s LAS degree? A: The SBI curriculum is ‘pre-set’, in other words, students don’t get to choose from a list of SBI courses. The curriculum is made up of the following: SBI 1001 Professional Success – 1 credit SBI 1000 Business Fundamentals – 1 credit 21 SBI 2005 Applied Economics – 3 credits SBI 2006 Corporate Responsibility – 3 credits SBI 3005 Financial Mgt & Report. – 4 credits SBI -3006 Competitive Effectiveness – 4 credits There are no substitutions/replacements. For example, students who have already taken ECO 1001 and/or ECO 1002, still need to take SBI’s Applied Economics course: SBI 2005. Students need to successfully complete each of the courses in order to earn the minor. SBI 2005 Applied Economics does fulfill a social science requirement and will appear under ‘Core Social Science’ if the student needs one, otherwise, it will appear as a free-elective. The other three courses that are 3 or more credits will count as free-electives. The 1-credit courses will show under ‘Unused Courses’ and will not count as one of the required 40 courses for the CLAS degree. Augustine & Culture Seminar (ACS) Q: What is ACS? A: The Augustine & Culture Seminar is a year-long two-part seminar course that focuses on the heart of human experience: Who Am I? What does it mean to be human? How should I interact with the world around me? The first seminar, “Ancients”, contains readings from Hebrew and Christian scriptures, Greek and Roman antiquity, Augustine’s Confessions, and the High Middle Ages and is dedicated to understanding the foundations of our shared intellectual tradition. The second semester, “Moderns”, continues to address the question of identity with texts from the Renaissance to the present, including a play by Shakespeare, two common texts across all ACS sections chosen by a committee, and two texts chosen from an ‘approved texts’ list. The ACS Culminating Portfolio will be completed at the end of the spring semester and will include an early diagnostic writing related to the guiding ACS question: Who am I?, a critical or analytical essay, a creative piece of writing, and a reflective response looking back on the year’s work. Q: What is a Learning Community? A: Some ACS sections are part of ‘Learning Communities’ that students opt into before arriving on campus. Students select a theme (i.e., Healthy Living, Leadership, Environmental Leadership, Faith and Reason, Art & Culture, Global, Truth and Purpose, Caritas: Service Learning, Freedom and Virtue) that will then serve as the focus of the learning community experience. The theme is further explored in a one-credit discussion class that meets weekly in the residence hall. Members of each themed community are typically housed together in the same dorm. The mission of Villanova University's learning communities is to enhance learning by creating integrated learning experiences inside and outside of the classroom as students transition to college life. Students in most of the learning communities live together on south campus in one of the residence halls. Because students are living and learning together, friendships form quickly and the students bond into a community that is uniquely strong. Learning Community students often find their "friends for life" in this first-year experience. Students in the learning communities are also offered special opportunities to attend plays, concerts, lectures, and dinners off campus, with their professors, classmates, and hall mates. The professors seek to create meaningful educational experiences both in and out of class. Languages Q: What is the Core Foreign Language Requirement and how can it be satisfied? A: Students must complete courses through the intermediate II level in a language offered by VU. Students who are placed in a course above intermediate II, need only complete the one course in which they have been placed. Latin alphabet language options include: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and Latin. Non-Latin alphabet options include: Arabic, Chinese, Irish, Japanese, Russian and Greek. Students starting a new Latin alphabet language or who place below the intermediate level will need to take either one or two semesters 22 at the introductory level, which will count as free-electives. Students who wish to pursue a non-Latin language will typically take a two semester intensive course sequence. Students can also fulfill their language requirement by earning a score of 4 or 5 on the Advanced Placement exam, passing a proficiency exam or the credit by exam for one of the above languages. See below for more information. Q: What is the difference between a placement exam, a proficiency exam and Credit-By-Exam? A: Online placement exams are used to place students in the correct level of a language and are available for French, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish. For additional information on online placement exams or to take an online test, please visit: http://www1.villanova.edu/villanova/artsci/romancelanglit/academics/languagerequirement/placementt est.html Proficiency exams are free comprehensive examinations given by and at Villanova on certain dates in the summer. Students must register in advance, no later than noon on the day prior to the exam. Satisfactory performance on a proficiency exam (grade C or better) will satisfy the Core Foreign Language Requirement, although course credit is not awarded and the student must take two additional free- electives. For more information, please visit: https://www1.villanova.edu/villanova/artsci/romancelanglit/academics/languagerequirement/langrequir ement_faq.html Students who would like to pursue credit for language fluency may do so through the Credit-By-Exam Program for any language taught at Villanova other than their native language. Students must meet all conditions in place through the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences for the Credit-By-Exam Program and there is a fee of $90.00 per credit. Arrangements for Credit-By-Exam should be made in the Office for Undergraduate Students (SAC 107). Q: How do departments determine the appropriate course level for a student continuing a language? A: Students continuing French, Italian, Portuguese, or Spanish are required to take an online placement exam, which places students in the correct level of a language. Critical Language professors will meet with students who have requested placement into Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, or Russian during New Student Orientation to determine the appropriate course level. Students wanting to continue Latin should fill out the Latin Placement Questionnaire. Contact the Classical Studies Program for further assistance with Latin or Greek. Policies & Procedures Q: What is the process for declaring a major? A: Students need to fill out the ‘Declaration/Change of Major’ form available in OUS (SAC 107) or on our website under the ‘Student Forms & Policies’ link on the left. After the current Faculty Advisors signs the form, students should deliver it to the major department. Once the department accepts the student and assigns a new advisor, this information should be recorded on the form and sent to the Office for Undergraduate Students (SAC 107) to complete processing. Q: Can students declare more than one major? A: Students may declare more than one major. Students declaring a second or third major need to complete the ‘Application for Double/Third Major’ form only after they have declared and been accepted by their primary major. Forms are available in the Office for Undergraduate Students (SAC 107) or on our website under the ‘Student Forms & Policies’ link on the left. After completing the form, students need to deliver it to the department of their second/third major. Once the department accepts the student and assigns a new advisor, this information should be recorded on the form and sent to the Office for Undergraduate Students (SAC 107) to complete processing. 23 Q: Can courses be overlapped to receive more than one degree from VU? A: Normally, a student may receive only ONE degree, regardless of how many majors s/he earns. Students who have completed all the requirements for two degrees – e.g., B.B.A. and B.S.A, or B.B.A. and B.A, or B.A. and B.S. – must choose which degree to take unless they have completed 43 or more additional credits beyond the greater of the two program credit requirements, in which case they may receive two degrees and two diplomas. Multiple majors, regardless of college, will appear on a student’s transcript. Q: Are students allowed to take evening courses at VU? A: Students may register for evening courses as long as there are no listed restrictions that would prevent them from doing so. Undergraduate students are NOT allowed to register for Fast-Forward or accelerated courses. Q: What should students know about WXing a course? A: In general, when a student is struggling in a class and wants to withdraw, advisors should first make sure that the student has spoken with his/her professor about what can be done to succeed in the course. The student should also try to use whatever resources are available for that course (e.g., office hours, tutoring, MLRC, Writing Center, etc.) before withdrawing. If the student is still having significant difficulty, he/she may withdraw from the course without penalty up until the last day for authorized withdrawal by completing the WX form, having the advisor sign it, and turning it in to the OUS. Students should avoid multiple WXs on their transcripts, as they may be considered ‘red flags’ for graduate schools and employers. There may be individual cases (illness, etc.) when it would be appropriate for a student to WX several courses. If a student is in a situation that might require withdrawing from multiple classes, please send them to OUS asap. Note: ACS must be taken by all students during their first year of study and therefore may only be WX’d in extremely unusual circumstances. Q: Can students take courses elsewhere and receive credit at VU? A: In order to receive credit for courses taken before matriculating to VU, courses must have been taken on a college campus, in a classroom with college students. Courses taken at a community college prior to matriculation may be accepted for credit. Matriculated students may take summer courses elsewhere and transfer the credit to VU if the same course is NOT available online at VU, the course is offered by a four-year accredited institution and students receive pre-approval. To receive pre-approval, students need to complete the ‘Request to Enroll in Courses at Another Institution’ form available in OUS (SAC 107) or on our website under the ‘Student Forms & Policies’ link on the left. Q: Can students reschedule final exams? A: There are two potential conflict situations. Two or more exams at the same time is considered a conflict. Three or more exams on the same day is also considered a conflict. In order to resolve a conflict in your final exam schedule you should contact one of your professors to arrange for a make-up exam at a different time. University policy states that group departmental exams take precedence over any other exam and should be taken at their regular times. Also, major or required courses should take precedence over electives. In addition, a regular course should take precedence over a repeat or make-up course. Should you and your professors be unable to come to agreement, the Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Students, located in SAC 107, will assist in resolving the conflict. For more information please refer to the Office of the Provost’s information on Final Examination Scheduling and Conflict. If there is an emergency or a medical condition that would necessitate rescheduling a final examination, the student must provide appropriate documentation to OUS (SAC 107). Once the documentation has been verified, OUS will notify the appropriate faculty member(s). 24 Q: Can students in other VU colleges earn a major in the CLAS? A: Students across colleges are permitted to declare a major in the CLAS without fulfilling the CLAS’s Core Requirements. This is not a dual degree. It will appear on the CAPP as a second major. Students should complete the ‘Application LAS Major’ available in OUS (SAC 107) or on our website under the ‘Student Forms and Policies’ link to the left. Registration Q: Can students register for more than 5 courses of 3 credits or more? Why won’t the system allow some students to register for five courses? A: During registration students are allowed to register for five courses of three or more credits up to a total of 17 credits for Arts students and 19 credits for Science students. Some students may need to complete a form to increase their credits in order to register for five courses (e.g., if they are registering for a course or courses worth more than 3 credits). Students who have a GPA of 3.0 or above may automatically register for a sixth course approximately three days after the final day of registration when the Registrar’s Office increases the credit limit to 19 for Arts and 21 for Science. Seniors who have a GPA under 3.0 and need to overload to graduate on time, can complete the form to request permission to do so. IN NO CASE WILL PERMISSION BE GIVEN FOR A SEVENTH COURSE (i.e., each of which is 3 or more credits). Q: Do students need to take introductory courses before taking upper level courses? A: Only if there is a prerequisite. For example, THL 1000 is a prerequisite for advanced theology courses. Sometimes there is good reason to take an advanced course before the introductory course. Advanced courses are often more representative of the required major courses and, therefore, better indicators as to whether students will be satisfied with the major.. For example, students who have had some psychology in high school may find it more helpful to test their interest in the major by taking an advanced class, although they will eventually need to take the intro class (i.e., PSY 1000) if they choose to declare the major. Sciences/Health Professions Q: Which math course should students take? A: Students are required to take one course in either mathematics or statistics. Any course offered by the Department of Mathematics and Statistics fulfills the core requirement. Courses in bold print are usually taken by freshmen and sophomore who are NOT math majors. 1220 Discrete Math 1230 Intro Stats I 1312 Biocalculus – 4 cr. 1320 Calc I for Lib Arts 1400 Business Calc – 4 cr. 1430 Business Stats – 4 cr. 1500 Calc I – 4 cr. 1505 Calc II – 4 cr. 2500 Calc III – 4 cr. 2600 Foundations of Math 2705 Differential Equations – 4 cr. 3300 Advanced Calculus 3400 Linear Algebra 3500 Modern Algebra 3930 History of Mathematics 4270 Numerical Analysis 4310 Statistical Methods 4315 Applied Stat Methods 5700 Math Stats I 5700 Math Stats II 5900 Seminar 5920/5930 Topics MAT 1312 is a new, 4-credit introductory Calculus course for Biology majors. It replaces Math 1310, Calc. for the Life Sciences, a 3-credit course that is no longer being offered. Space permitting, MAT 1312 may be a good choice for non-Bio majors on a pre-Health Professions track. MAT 1500 is also a suitable course for pre-HP students. MAT 1312 and MAT 1500 are interchangeable for purposes of prerequisites. (Second-semester Bio students take either 1505 or a Statistics course; MAT 1315 is no longer being offered.) MAT 4310, like MAT 1230, is an INTRO Stats course. It is for students who have taken MAT 1500 and 1505. Students who already have credit for Calculus I and II, AP or otherwise, should take MAT 4310 if 25 they are interested in an intro Statistics course, although they are not blocked from registering for 1230. Students who have AP credit for Statistics (but not Calculus) who wish to continue with Statistics should take MAT 1235 (Intro Stats II). MAT 1400 and 1430 are not restricted to Business Students. They are good choices for students who are considering transfer to VSB. VSB will accept either the MAT 1500/1505 or the MAT 1320/1325 sequence in place of 1400 for transfer students. (But note that 1400 does not count in place of 1500/1505 or 1320/1325 for other purposes.) The General Business Minor requires MAT 1230/1235 OR MAT 1430. Calculus is not a requirement for the General Business Minor. (The Statistics requirement is waived for Math majors.) Note on AP Math: Advanced Placement credit does not count toward the fulfillment of Core Curriculum Requirements. AP credits may count toward the fulfillment of major course requirements or as free electives. Calculus: 4 or 5 in AB gets credit for MAT 1500. 4 or 5 in BC gets credit for MAT 1500 & 1505. Statistics: 4 or 5 gets credit for MAT 1230. 1. Arts students without AP: Take at least one Math course, which appears on CAPP under Core Math requirement. 2. Arts students with AP Math: Take at least one additional Math course which appears under the core Math requirement section of the CAPP. MAT 1500 or 1500&1505 and/or 1230 will appear under free electives. 3. Science students without AP: Take Math courses required by the major. These courses show up under the Major section of the CAPP. 4. Science students with AP Math: MAT 1500 or 1500 & 1505 will show up under the major section of the CAPP. Student takes one additional Math course. For the majors that require more than two Math courses, this course will show up under the major on the CAPP. For majors that require only two Math courses, it will show up under free electives, but is still a requirement for graduation. MATH OPTIONS FOR FRESHMEN: TYPE OF STUDENT Undeclared Arts No AP Calculus MAT 1220 MAT 1230 CSC 1300 MAT 1312 MAT 1320 MAT 1400 MAT 1430 MAT 1500 MAT 1230/1235 MAT 1430 MAT 1400 MAT 1430 AP Calculus MAT 1505 MAT 4310 CSC 1300 MAT 2500 MAT 2600 MAT 2705 Undeclared Arts, considering Economics major Note: ECO Minor requires only Calculus, not Statistics MAT 1400 MAT 1430 or any Calculus* or any Statistics* MAT 1430 MAT 2500 MAT 2600 MAT 2705 Undeclared Arts, considering Math or Computer Science major MAT 1500/1505 MAT 1505 MAT 4310 MAT 2500 MAT 2600 MAT 2705 Undeclared Arts who are considering a Business Minor Students who are considering transferring to VSB 26 MAT 4310 MAT 1430 MAT 1430 Undeclared Science Student should speak with science advisor to determine best course. Pre-Med or other pre-Health Professions Student should meet with Health Professions advisor to determine best course. Arts Student in Navy ROTC MAT 1312/1505 MAT 1320/1325 MAT 1500/1505 MAT 1505 MAT 4310 MAT 2500 MAT 2600 MAT 2705 *Note: The Economics department recommends Business Calculus and Business Statistics as the best choices for the major; however, any Calculus (1312, 1320, 1400, 1500) and any Statistics (1230 AND 1235, 1430, 4310) will satisfy the major requirement. Q: If students are interested in pursuing a degree in the natural sciences or one of the health professions, whom should students contact to determine what courses to take? A: Student generally need to take at least one science their first year in order to stay on track for a health profession or a degree in the natural sciences. Students should speak to our Health Professions Advisor, Ann Trail (98040) or our Undeclared Sciences Advisor, Dr. Michael Hones (94885) as soon as possible. Q: What is a technical GPA? A: For graduation, students must achieve a minimum overall GPA of 2.0. For those majoring in the sciences (i.e., natural, computer, and mathematical), students must also maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 in the required major and allied courses. For example, for Biology majors, these courses would include Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physics, and Mathematics. This is known as the technical GPA. In calculating a technical GPA, one may put in a repeat course (i.e., a course that the student has retaken) in place of the original grade in the same course. For example, a C and an F in Genetics would not be averaged to a D, but would count as a C. However, in calculating the overall GPA in the College, the grades DO average. Support Programs Q: What is the ACTIVE Retention Program? A: A.C.T.I.V.E. stands for Advising, Counseling, Tutoring, Information to enhance the Villanova Experience. It is a retention program offered by the Center for Multicultural Affairs and created to ease the transition of freshmen and sophomores into college, with the ultimate goals of retaining students, and facilitating their academic, personal and professional development. Student support services include one-on-one advising, peer tutoring, peer mentoring, book loans, programming to meet students’ developmental needs, interfacing with faculty, colleges and departments, and providing resources. Advising includes setting academic, personal and professional goals, determining resources required to achieve these goals, and monitoring academic progress. The program is open to freshmen and sophomores who choose to apply for membership. A.C.T.I.V.E. program students are required to attend one-on-one advising sessions usually on a biweekly basis, and at least two programs per semester (one for academic/professional development, and one for social integration. Q: What is the STOVS Program? A: STOVS is a program offered by the Center for Multicultural Affairs and is designed to provide incoming freshmen a jumpstart on their college career at Villanova University. It helps to facilitate college transition by having the incoming freshmen live on campus and attend a three-week pre-college program. The program includes college classes (ACS and math), study skill and diversity workshops, study hall, cultural 27 trips, and social events. The exposure helps incoming freshmen to acclimate themselves to Villanova, and prepare them for the freshmen year. Q: What is the AAP Program? A: The Academic Advancement Program was created to provide educational opportunities for highly motivated high school students from the Delaware Valley area who meet established academic and economic criteria, and whose high school credentials suggest that they can, with academic support, be successful at Villanova. AAP students are accepted conditional upon their successful participation in a 5-week pre-college Summer Bridge Program. Supportive services include tutoring, counseling, programs for academic, personal, and professional development, peer mentoring, access to a lending library, book loans, book scholarships, and academic monitoring through collaborations with faculty. 28 Frequently Used Policies and Procedures Academic Standing: The record of any student whose cumulative or semester grade point average falls below 2.00 will be reviewed by the Academic Standing Committee for appropriate action. Students in science programs whose area grade point average falls below 2.00 will also come before the committee. Typically, the student will either be placed on academic probation or dismissed from the College. Academic Probation: A student on academic probation will normally be allowed only one semester to raise his or her grade point average to the required minimum. Once a student has been notified of their probationary status, the student is required to contact their faculty advisor immediately to discuss their probationary status and develop an academic plan for success. While on academic probation, a student is limited to 13 credits (4 courses), is required to pass all courses of three or more credits, and earn a C (2.00) or higher in those courses. Additionally, students on probation must complete all coursework on time and are not eligible for “N” (incomplete) grades and any “Y”, “F”, “NF”, “U”, or “W” grades may subject them to dismissal from the College. Academic Dismissal: A student who has not met the academic standards of the College (as determined by the Academic Standing Committee and described below) will be dismissed from the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences after two consecutive semesters below a 2.0 cumulative grade point average and/or failure to make academic progress (successful completion of at least 12 credits a semester). Additionally, students on probation who have any of the following grades “N”, “Y”, “F”, “NF”, “U”, or “W” are subject to dismissal from the College. The Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Students will inform the student of the dismissal as soon as possible. Typically, the student will be allowed to appeal that dismissal to the Academic Standing Committee and the Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Students. There is no additional process of appeal beyond the Assistant Dean. In some cases (e.g., when the student has had previous warnings or been on probation), the student may, at the determination of the College, be dismissed without right of appeal. Academic Integrity: Academic integrity is vital to any university community for many reasons. Students receive credit for doing assignments because they are supposed to learn from those assignments, and the vast majority do so honestly. Anyone who hands in work that is not his or her own, or who cheats on a test, or plagiarizes a paper, is not learning, is receiving credit dishonestly and is, in effect, stealing from other students. As a consequence, it is crucial that students do their own work. Students who use someone else’s work or ideas without saying so, or who otherwise perform dishonestly in a course, are cheating. In effect, they are lying. Such dishonesty, moreover, threatens the integrity not only of the individual student, but also of the university community as a whole. The full Academic Integrity Policy can be found at http://www1.villanova.edu/villanova/vpaa/studentservices/policies/integrity.html Academic Progress: To qualify for a bachelor’s degree, a student must earn a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.00 (in addition to completing the studies prescribed for the degree sought). In circumstances involving those students who have entered Villanova University through the Academic Advancement Program, satisfactory progress of the student will be determined by the Academic Standing Committee and/or Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Students. In the event that, due to poor high school preparation, additional time is necessary for the student to complete the requirements towards graduation, the student will be viewed as being in a five year program. Satisfactory progress will be viewed accordingly. Attendance: Class and laboratory attendance for first year students is mandatory. A first-year student will receive a grade of “Y” (failure) whenever the number of unexcused absences in a course exceeds twice the number of weekly class meetings for the course. For students beyond the first year, attendance policies are determined by the instructors of the various courses. The full policy regarding attendance is available at http://www1.villanova.edu/villanova/vpaa/studentservices/policies/attendance.html Closed Sections: Students will not be permitted to enroll in closed sections. Exceptions to this rule will be made only by the chairperson of the academic department offering the course. If other sections or other courses are 29 available to satisfy the degree requirements, then the exception will not be granted. Student employment conflict is not a legitimate reason for admittance to a closed section. Complaints against Faculty: Student complaints concerning an instructor’s handling of a class, classroom presentation, professional demeanor, or course policies should be directed to the chair of the faculty member involved. Normally, such complaints should be made within six months of the end of the course in which the complaint arose. If the complaint is against the chair the procedures will be modified in accordance with the University’s policy regarding complaints against faculty. The full policy and guidelines for enforcement are available at http://www1.villanova.edu/villanova/vpaa/studentservices/policies/appeals.html Drop/Add: During the first five (5) class days of a semester, students are given the option of dropping or adding courses by using their pin number and going online through MyNOVA, or by completion of a paper form available in the Office for Undergraduate Students without incurring academic penalty or affecting the student’s official transcript. After this period, students may withdraw from courses but may not add a course. Faculty Feedback: The Faculty Feedback process in myNOVA replaces the Deficiency Report that faculty used to submit for student issues. The Faculty Feedback process can be used anytime throughout the semester to report concerns about a student. There are boxes to select that indicate possible academic concerns about a student. There is also a “Comments” box, allowing faculty to report other concerns, such as personal issues. On the right side there are recommendation options that can be selected indicating, for example, that the student needs to provide a timetable to make up missed work or the student needs tutoring. The information will be forwarded to a student’s Faculty Advisor. Accessing the Faculty Feedback Function: Go to the Faculty Tab on the MyNova Portal Under Faculty Course Tools, select Faculty Feedback A list of the students in your course will appear. Click on the Show_Hide_Item line to the left of the student’s name and click the applicable check boxes and/or submit an individualized comment in the bottom box. Once all feedback has been entered click the “Submit” button at the bottom of the page below the course list of students. Note: You can also access the Faculty Feedback function on the Midterm Grades sheet by scrolling down to the bottom and selecting Faculty Feedback on the right. Medical Leave of Absence: A student may experience physical or psychological conditions that significantly impair the student’s ability to function successfully or safely in his or her role as a student. In such cases, the student may decide that time away from the University for treatment and recovery can help restore functioning to a level that will enable the student to return to the University and perform successfully in and out of the classroom. Students interested in pursuing a Medical Leave of Absence should contact the Office for Undergraduate Students to review the process and make an appointment with the Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Students. The full policy is available at http://www1.villanova.edu/villanova/vpaa/studentservices/policies/medicalleave.html Overload Policy: The normal course load each semester for full-time students is five courses of three credits or more (excluding labs and other 1-credit courses). The credit limit set by the Registrar during the pre-registration period is 17-credit hours for Arts students and a higher number for Science students. In order to be granted permission for an overload, a student must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 (2.75 for the summer), or have achieved senior status and need a sixth course to fulfill graduation requirements. Students with a GPA lower than 3.0 that need to enroll in more than 17 credits a semester to achieve the normal course load for full time students of five courses will need to have their credit limit raised prior to registering online. 30 After all students have had the opportunity to register for five courses, credit limits will be raised by the Registrar for students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and for seniors in order to allow them to register for a sixth course through MyNOVA using their semester PIN. In no case will permission be granted for a student to take 7 courses or more than 21 credits. Residency Requirement for Graduation: A student must complete the final 30 credit hours of an academic program at Villanova. Scholastic Load Policy (see also Overload): A student must take a minimum of 12 credits a semester to be a full time student. Permission to take fewer than 12 credit hours may be obtained in exceptional circumstances with the written approval of the Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Students. In the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, students with a G.P.A. over 3.0 may sign up for an overload with registration for the sixth course possible only after the main registration period is over. No special approval would be needed. Transfer Credit Hours: Students who have taken college courses at another institution prior to attending Villanova, must present the necessary course descriptions, official transcript and other documentation as needed to the Office for Undergraduate Students before or during their first semester at Villanova. Credit for courses taken at two year institutions (community colleges) will be considered for transfer only if the courses were taken prior to matriculation at Villanova. However, once a student has been matriculated at Villanova, no credits may be transferred from two-year institutions. Transfer credit may be awarded for college level courses that are used to meet high school graduation requirements (see previous page). Courses will be given consideration for transfer credit only upon receipt of an official transcript sent by mail to the College, and, upon request, an official course description (e.g., from a course catalog). If such courses are not presented for evaluation during the first year, no future possibility for evaluation or credit will exist. Transfer credit will be awarded only for approved courses in which a student earns a grade of “C” or better. The actual grade received at the other institution (earned either before attending Villanova or earned during a summer) is not calculated into the student’s cumulative grade point average. Transfer credits may be used for no more than half the courses required for the degree, no more than half the courses for the major, minor or concentration and no more than half the courses required for the core curriculum. Transfer credit will not be awarded for Accelerated or Fast Forward courses. In order for an nonprofessional three-credit course to be considered for transfer credit the course must have met on at least 15 different days and with a minimum total meeting time of at least 37 hours. Intersession courses usually do not meet this criteria. For courses in question the student must provide documentation stating the manner in which the course was taught along with the official transcript. Courses in professional studies will be evaluated on a case-by case basis. Transfer credit will be accepted only from institutions that are accredited by higher education regional accrediting agencies. For current LAS students, all courses for transfer must be approved before the course is taken. Undergraduates Taking Graduate Level Courses: Undergraduates may take graduate courses, provided they meet the standards set down by each college: e.g., senior standing (in terms of credits, not in terms of years at Villanova), grade point average, and appropriate permissions (advisor, assistant dean, chair). Undergraduates may take a maximum of two graduate courses in any semester. If an undergraduate takes a graduate class, in that semester s/he is limited to taking a maximum of 16 credit-hours of work. Further restrictions and the full policy can be found at http://www1.villanova.edu/villanova/vpaa/studentservices/policies/undergraduatenroll.html University Withdrawal: Students who wish to leave and who do not plan to return to the University should request a Withdrawal. Official withdrawal from the University must be authorized by the Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Students. In order to affect an official withdrawal, students should contact the Office for Undergraduate Students to review the process and make an appointment with the Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Students. Students who request an official withdrawal during the semester may be eligible for 31 refund of some or all of the tuition paid for that semester. A student who has withdrawn from the University who wishes to return, must apply directly to the college the student wishes to attend (admission is granted at the sole discretion of the dean of that college). The full policy addressing University withdrawal is available at http://www1.villanova.edu/villanova/vpaa/studentservices/policies/wihdrawaluniversity.html Walkers at Commencement: Each year there are a small number of students who have not fulfilled all of the requirements for May graduation but who wish to participate in commencement exercises with their entering class. Students who have only three or fewer courses remaining to fulfill the requirements for graduation, or who can complete the degree requirements before the beginning of the next Fall Semester, may petition to participate in the graduation ceremony. The names of all such students throughout the University will not be included in the commencement program until the following May, after they have in fact been graduated. Students may participate in only one commencement ceremony. 32 Guidelines of Legal Issues & Advising The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act—“FERPA” for short—is a three decades- old federal law designed to protect the privacy of students’ education records and ensure students’ access to their own education records. Education records are defined as records maintained in any form (e.g., handwritten, electronic, recorded) by the institution containing information that can be used to identify the individual student who is the subject of the record. FERPA protects the privacy of education records in three ways: by prescribing standards and limitations governing the release of education records; by guaranteeing students the right to access their own education records and correct inaccurate information contained in those records; and by establishing procedures students and educational institutions can use to resolve disputes about the contents of or access to education records. Faculty members play a key role in the protection of rights guaranteed by FERPA. To avoid inadvertent violations of the law, faculty members should understand their obligations under FERPA. Any faculty member who needs help interpreting FERPA’s requirements or applying the law to the circumstances of a particular case should feel free to contact the Office of General Counsel for guidance and assistance. Basic FERPA Principles The animating principle underlying FERPA is that an education record is confidential and cannot be disclosed to third parties except under circumstances and in accordance with procedures specified in the law and implementing regulations. The term “education record” is defined expansively in the law to include any information maintained by an institution on a matriculated student. No matter where this information is stored (in a document in the registrar's office, on a class list on a professor's desk, on a computer display screen), it is still confidential. Faculty members have a legal obligation to protect the confidentiality of education records in their possession and not to share education records with other faculty members, other students, the parents of students, or other members of the university community except as authorized by FERPA. FERPA makes an exception for “directory information,” defined in the FERPA regulations as “information contained in an education record of a student that would not generally be considered harmful or an invasion of privacy if disclosed.” A faculty member may disclose directory information without first obtaining the student’s prior written consent. Villanova University’s Policy on Disclosure of Student Records defines directory information as: The student’s full name; The student’s address (local, home or electronic mail) and campus telephone number; A photograph of the student; The student’s date and place of birth; The student’s major field of study; Dates of attendance at Villanova University; Degrees and awards received (including Dean's list); High school or other most recent previous educational institution attended; Participation in officially recognized University activities and athletics; and For student athletes, the student’s weight and height. Consistent with FERPA, a student who does not wish directory information to be released or made public can inform the Registrar, in writing, prior to the time the information is originally sought. Even with respect to directory information, therefore, faculty members should take the precaution of checking with the student or the Registrar before releasing such information to third parties. An exception to the requirement of informing the student of the request for information may apply with respect to a subpoena from a law enforcement agency. In that case, the faculty member should consult the Office of General Counsel. 33 Under certain limited circumstances, FERPA allows faculty members to disclose otherwise confidential information from education records. At Villanova University, a faculty member may honor a request for access to education records, without obtaining advance consent from the student who is the subject of the record, if the request comes from any of the following people (this list is not exhaustive): University officials (or office personnel who work for those officials) who require access for legitimate educational purposes. Among the officials whose requests faculty members can presumptively honor are the President, Vice Presidents, Deans, Directors, Department Chairs, personnel in the Office of the General Counsel, and others identified in the University’s Policy on Disclosure of Student Records. Officials of other educational institutions to which the student applies for admission. Parents of a “dependent student”—meaning a student who is declared as a dependent on the parent’s federal income tax form as authorized under Section 152 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. Check with Office of General Counsel in this situation. Financial aid personnel in connection with the student's application for or receipt of financial aid. A court or law enforcement agency in the form of a judicial order or lawfully issued subpoena. Check with Office of General Counsel in this situation. Any other person who needs information to cope with an emergency posing a threat to the health or safety of students or other individuals. FERPA applies only to education records that identify matriculated students, whether currently or previously enrolled. FERPA does not apply to prospective students or students who applied to Villanova University but enrolled elsewhere. FERPA does not safeguard the confidentiality of records other than education records. This means, for example, that FERPA would not apply to the employment-related records of a student who works for Villanova University on a part-time or full-time basis, or to the records maintained by the University Development Office that contain information about a graduate who is no longer a student at the University, provided that information does not relate to the period of matriculation. Common FERPA Compliance Issues for Faculty Members Student grades. Public posting of grades presents problems under FERPA. The only acceptable method to post grades publicly is to assign students unique, coded identifiers. Posting grades using names, social security numbers, or decodable Villanova University identification numbers would violate FERPA. Mailing grades to students is acceptable only if the information is enclosed in a sealed envelope. Mailing grades via postcards would violate a student’s right to privacy under FERPA. Discussing or disclosing a student's academic performance. A student’s academic performance is part of his/her education record, and discussing the student’s performance with anyone other than the student (or another school official with a “legitimate educational interest”) is a violation of FERPA. Faculty members should refrain from discussing the academic performance, grades, or other parts of a student’s education record with anyone other than the student. Parents’ requests for information. Although parents frequently pay for a child’s education, parents are not entitled (with one exception) to review their child’s records or to obtain information concerning their child’s academic progress without the student’s permission. Faculty who give parents updates about their child’s academic performance without express written permission from the student may be in violation of FERPA. The exception is for the parents of students who are claimed as dependents on parents’ federal income tax returns. If parents provide proof that their child is a dependent in the form of a copy of a signed tax return or a letter from an accountant. The information should be provided to the Office of the General Counsel for evaluation before protected information is disclosed. Most Villanova undergraduates sign a release permitting the University to inform parents regarding the student’s educational progress. It is often the simplest response to check with your Dean or Department Chair’s office to find out whether permission has already been granted. 34 Writing letters of recommendation. Recommendation letters on behalf of a student that contain specific information from the student's educational record, such as grades or a student's grade point average, violate FERPA unless the faculty member receives prior written permission from the student to disclose that information. When a student requests a letter of recommendation, the faculty member should ask the student to sign a written authorization allowing disclosure of relevant information in the letter. Typically, a student who requests a letter of recommendation in connection with a graduate school application or job application provides a preprinted template from the school or employer containing a disclosure provision and a line for the student’s signature. Questions about the sufficiency of such forms should be addressed to the Office of General Counsel. Returning assignments, papers and examinations. It would be a violation of FERPA to leave graded assignments, papers, or examinations for students to pick up where students could potentially view the grades of other students. If work is returned to students in a central location (for example, a department office), it should be placed in sealed envelopes with the student's name on the envelope. If circumstances permit, students should be required to present a Villanova University card or other form of identification before being allowed to pick up graded work. Accessing student records. Faculty members should not seek access to students’ education records absent a “legitimate educational interest.” Ordinarily a faculty member has legitimate educational interests in a student’s records when that faculty member teaches, advises or coaches that student. Casual conversations among faculty members discussing students’ grades, performance, or other aspects of their education records could violate FERPA. Recordkeeping under FERPA. FERPA obligates the University to maintain a written record documenting compliance with certain categories of requests and disclosures involving education records. Before disclosing any information from a student’s education record to anyone other than the student, another school official, or a party with the written permission of a student, faculty members should contact the Office of General Counsel to discuss potential recordkeeping obligations. Private notes. Private notes of a faculty member concerning a student and intended for the faculty member’s own use are not education records and do not have to be disclosed to third parties (including the student), provided they are kept separate from the student’s education records, are used only by the faculty member, and are not shown to or accessed by anyone else. Additional information regarding FERPA can be accessed via the Office of the Vice President and General Counsel’s Website at http://www.villanova.edu/generalcounsel/practice/ 35 Registration & Course Selection Guiding Students in Course Selection Core Curriculum Courses: THL 1000 and PHI 1000 should be taken freshmen year. Science should generally be taken sophomore year. NOTE: Courses that are 4-credits include the lab. Courses that are 3-credits require signing up for the lab separately. ETH 2050 is considered the capstone course of the foundational courses and should be taken after ACS 1000 and 1001, THL 1000, and PHI 1000. Students who are continuing an area of math or a language from high school should do so sooner rather than later before their skills atrophy further. NOTE: Students who are continuing a language from high school but who have not yet taken a placement test or filled out a placement questionnaire (i.e., different languages use different methods by which they place students) will need to do so before registering for a course. Students may consider a history, upper level theology, or social science course. NOTE: It is not the case that all history and social science courses fulfill the core curriculum requirement. Courses must be designated with the appropriate attribute (i.e., Core History, Core Social Science) in order to fulfill the requirement. The advanced theology core requirement can be fulfilled with any course that is numbered 2000 or higher and is listed under the Theology and Religious Studies section of the course offerings for each semester. CSC 1300 has been approved as a course that fulfills the mathematics and statistics requirement. It is listed in the math section of the course offerings. Courses that Build Transferable Skills: COM 1100 Public Speaking. Statistics (MAT 1230). Computer Science (especially CSC 1020 Computing and the Web, CSC 1035 Databases for Many Majors, CSC 1040 Computing with Images). The Computing Sciences Department now offers the FIT (Fluency in Technology) Certificate. The courses offered as part of the certificate are aimed at students who do not have a computer science background. For more information: http://csc.villanova.edu/academics/FIT ENG 1842 Writing intensive topics courses (Introductory level writing courses) Factors to Consider in Choosing the Most Appropriate Mix of Courses: How many courses are writing intensive? Reading intensive? What are the student’s strengths? Weaknesses? Are the courses sufficiently spread throughout the days of the week to allow for completion of assignments? Do students have learning differences or physical challenges that need to be considered? For learning differences, contact Learning Support Services (95176). For physical/medical concerns contact the Office of Disability Services (94095). Professional Development Professional Development (ASPD 2000) includes strengths and interest assessments, resume writing, opportunities to research internships, guidance on how to confidently market a liberal arts and sciences degree, etc. Can be bundled with the Advising course (ASPD 1000) and one other Professional Development course or with two other Professional Development courses for a three-credit free elective. 36 Schedule for Completing Core Curriculum Requirements as a CLAS Arts Student NOTE: The below schedule should not be considered a rigid schedule. Students may need to complete certain requirements earlier or later, depending on specific circumstances. FRESHMAN YEAR Fall Semester Spring Semester ACS 1000 Ancients1 ACS 1001 Moderns 2 THL 1000 or PHI 1000 THL 1000 or PHI 1000 (course not taken in the fall) 3 Foreign Language Foreign Language 4 5 HIS or MAT or Social Science Exploratory/Major Course HIS or MAT or Social Science Exploratory/Major Course SOPHOMORE YEAR Fall Semester Core Ethics6 or CLAWS Core Lit & Writ Sem7 HIS or MAT or Social Sci MSE8 Mendel Science Experience Exploratory/Major Course Exploratory/Major Course JUNIOR YEAR Fall Semester Core Theology9 or Fine Arts Spring Semester Core Ethics or CLAWS Core Lit & Writ Sem HIS or MAT or Social Sci MSE Mendel Science Experience Exploratory/Major Course Exploratory/Major Course Spring Semester Core Theology or Fine Arts Diversity Requirement: At least two courses that are designated as “Diversity” on the “Attributes” line in the course description must be taken to fulfill the core requirement. Select one course in TWO of the three possible areas for a total of TWO diversity courses (See the Enchiridion for a description of all three areas). Appropriate courses will be designated as either ‘Diversity Requirement 1”, “Diversity Requirement 2”, or “Diversity Requirement 3”. 1 Some students may be given ACS 1001 in the fall and 1000 in the spring. Students will be given either THL 1000 or PHI 1000 in the fall and should register for the other in the spring. THL 1000 is a prerequisite for the second Core Theology requirement. 3 Students must take a language through the intermediate level to fulfill requirements. Students either continuing a language from high school or starting a new Romance language (i.e, French, Italian, Portuguese or Spanish) or Latin should take language their first semester and continue through the intermediate level. Students starting a two-semester intensive critical language (i.e., Arabic, Russian, Chinese, Japanese or Ancient Greek) or Irish can start it their first year, but may want to wait until their second year due to the high number of credit-hours. Students who are placed in a course above the intermediate II level must take one semester at the recommended level to demonstrate proficiency and fulfill the requirement. 4 Only courses designated with the ‘Core History’ attribute fulfill the Core History requirement. 5 Only courses designated with the ‘Core Social Science’ attribute fulfill the Core Social Science requirement. Students are required to take any two social sciences. 6 The four foundational courses (i.e., ACS 1000/1001, THL 1000 and PHI 1000) are pre-requisites for ETH 2050, which is considered the capstone. Computer Science majors must take PHI 2180 Computer Ethics instead of ETH 2050. PHI 2180 fulfills the Core Ethics requirement for Computer Science majors only. 7 Only courses designated with the ‘Core Lit & Writ Sem’ attribute fulfill the Core Literature and Writing requirement (1 course). The course number is always ‘1975’, however, courses are offered from a number of departments, including English, Humanities, and Classics. 8 Students are required to take two natural science courses with labs. Non-science majors will typically take MSE (i.e., Mendel Science Experience) courses, although the requirement can be satisfied by science courses (with a lab) aimed at science majors. Some MSE courses include the lab and others require that a student sign-up for it separately. 9 Only courses designated with the ‘Core Theology’ attribute fulfill the second Core Theology requirement (1 course). 2 37 MyNOVA - Student View Steps to Access Schedule – Student View 1. Log in to myNOVA 2. Click on “Student” tab up near top 3. The second box in the center column, “Student Schedule” contains the schedule 4. Click on the “Student Schedule Link” 5. Click on “Next” in upper right until the student can get to a full week of classes and can see the entire week Steps to Registration Process – Student View Once a student has met with his/her advisor to discuss registration and has received the registration PIN number, the registration process is as follows: 1. Make sure you are in a place with secure access when your time comes, so be in the library not in a residence hall (where wireless is shaky) 2. Go to Villanova’s homepage 3. Log in to myNOVA 4. Click on “Student” tab (attached is the student view of that tab, attachment 1) 5. The third box in the center column, “My Schedule and Registration” contains the registration material 6. Click on “Search for Classes” and select the term, then click “Submit” to reach Master Schedule Class Search 7. Students will select classes and record the CRNs (Course Reference Numbers). Have the CRN numbers of your courses and your alternates in a text file so that you can paste them into the registration page rather than having to look them up and recopy them 8. Students then clicks on “Back to Student Tab” which appears on top left of web page 9. Click on “Login to Register” and select the term, then click “Submit”. 10. Students will then input the registration PIN number that they received from their advisor and click “Submit” 11. Students will then see a Registration page on which they will add CRNs and click “Submit” Student is then registered (If there is any problem with the registration, the student will receive a message immediately). 12. Absolutely register for all 5 courses, even if you don't get your first choices. Then you can check Novasis as the semester rolls along in case someone drops out. Steps to Running a CAPP Report – Student View 1. Go to Villanova’s homepage 2. Log in to myNOVA 3. Click on “Student” tab (see attachment 1 below) 4. The third box in the center column, “My Schedule and Registration” contains the link for running a CAPP report 5. Click on CAPP for the appropriate college 6. Select the current term (or term you are registering for) and click “Submit” 7. Click on “Generate a New Evaluation” on the very bottom of the screen 8. Select your program and term and then click the “Generate Request” 9. Select “Get Compliance Report” 38 Steps for Accessing Faculty CATS Reports – Student View 1. Go to Villanova’s homepage 2. Log in to myNOVA 3. Click on “Student” tab 4. In middle box “My Schedule & Registration” select “Faculty CATS Reports” 39 Advising Tools 1. 2. 3. 4. Go to Villanova’s homepage Log in to myNOVA Go to “Faculty ” tab The second box in the first column is “Advising Tools” followed by these hot links: Student Contact Information - Access advisee contact information Requires term selection and student ID or name PINS - Access list of PINS for assigned advisees Select a term, submit Internal Transcript – Access unofficial transcript of advisees Requires term selection and student ID or name Curriculum Advising – CAPP - Access advisee CAPP Report (See steps below) Advisees with Quick Links – List of assigned advisees w/ quick links to student info, transcript, and degree evaluation (CAPP) Select a term, submit Faculty CATS Reports – Access CATS Reports of faculty members who have made them public Select Individual Faculty CATS Report NOTE: The policy of the Office of Academic Affairs is to encourage faculty to make their CATS public so students can use the results when choosing courses. Faculty members are not required to make the CATS public but are strongly encouraged to do so. The information about a course and teacher in the CATS is superior to other sources students consult online and in person when trying to get student perspectives on a course and/or teacher. Advisors should direct students to use the CATS as a another source of information about a course, in addition to checking the syllabus in the online syllabi collections, to steer them away from the poor sources of information online that contain skewed and incomplete information. 40 Running a CAPP Report through MyNOVA Requires term selection and student ID or name For Curriculum Advising – CAPP, click on the word “View” under Degree Evaluation. You will come to this page. Degree Evaluation Information for: Your student’s name will be here appears You may generate a degree evaluation for the curriculum(s) listed below. To view evaluation results, select a program. Curriculum Information Primary Curriculum Program: Bachelor of Arts Catalog Term: Fall 2010 Level: Undergraduate Campus: Villanova College: Arts Degree: Bachelor of Arts First Major: Arts Undeclared Department: Arts, General Email Students email appears [ Previous Evals-- Engineering, PTS, VSB, NU, GS, LAW | Previous Evals -- A&S Preferred | Generate New Eval-- Engineering, PTS, VSB, NU, GS, LAW | Generate new eval--A&S | What-if -- Engineering, PTS, VSB, NU, GS, LAW | What-If -- A&S | ID Selection ] From this page you can run the above degree evaluation types listed above The two types that you will most frequently use are: Generate new eval--A&S For Generate new eval--A&S and What-If -- A&S click on that hotlink. This will bring you to: Information for sgbstdn To generate a new evaluation, select a program, degree, major and anticipated graduation term and select generate request. Program: Bachelor of Arts Degree: Bachelor of Arts Major: Italian 201220 Term: Spring 2012 Y Use In-Progress Courses Generate Request Click on Program Leave term as shown, click Generate Request. This may take a minute 41 Click Get Compliance Report A What-If analysis allows you determine the requirements that a student must complete for a selected major and minor and/or concentration. For What-If -- A&S click on that hotlink. This will bring you to: Information for Step 1 : Select a term. 201220 Entry Term: None Continue The Entry Term is critical. It is the first term in which the student is enrolled. (If you do not have the correct term, the CAPP will not reflect the correct Core Curriculum.) Click on continue Choose program, click continue Choose major, then click add more or submit Leave term as shown, click Generate Request. This may take a minute Click Get Compliance Report Accessing Midterm Grades In MyNova, click on the “Novasis” link at the bottom center of the Faculty tab. Click on “Faculty and Advisors” Click on “Advisor Menu” Click on “Academic Transcripts and Mid-Term Grades for Advisees/Students” and you’ll see a drop-down box with your advisees listed. Semester Numerical Designations in Banner In Banner, there are 3 unique numerical designations for an academic year. For this system, the academic year begins in the summer. The designations are as follows: Summer: 10 Fall: 20 Spring: 30 These numbers follow the second number in the academic year. For example, for academic year 2011-2012: Summer: 201210 Fall: 201220 Spring: 201230 42 Support Resources: Services & Contact Information Resource Academic Advising Office for Undergraduate Students 107 St. Augustine Center Linda Boettcher (x98996) What They Offer. . . Academic Advising for Undeclared Students Support for Faculty Advisors in the College of Arts & Sciences Office of Academic Support for Athletics Jake Nevin Fieldhouse Jenn Porreca (x97719) Krista Chmielewski (x95205) Freshman Mentoring Program Tutorial Assistance Program Academic Resource Center NCAA & Institutional Eligibility Student-Athlete of the Month Scheduling (Secondary Advising) Alcohol & Drug Intervention 208B Dougherty Hall Margo Matt (x94203) Judicial Appointments Informational Appointments BASIC Program Education, Counseling, Referral to Support Systems and Other Treatment Programs Bursar Kennedy Hall Charles Hoffman Charlotte Merker (x94258) Billing & Payment Process Campus Ministry St. Rita Hall Rev. Joseph Farrell, OSA Mary Jane Magee (x94080) Service & Volunteering Retreats Liturgical Ministry Music Faith-Sharing Support Groups Career Center Garey Hall Nancy Dudak (x94060) Resume Writing Interest Surveys Career Development & Placement Clay Center at VSB 1054 Bartley Hall Trish Burdo (x95951) Business Minor Program Summer Business Institute Counseling Center Health Services Building, Second Floor Dr. Joan Whitney (x94050) Confidential Counseling Falvey Memorial Library Falvey Hall Mr. Joseph Lucia (x94290) Circulation of Print & Non-Print Materials Group Study Rooms Research Appointments Document Delivery Services 43 Financial Assistance Kennedy Hall, Second Floor Ms. Bonnie Lee Behm Marykay Klara (x94010) Amanda Baright (x94010 Employment Grants Scholarships Loans Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life Corr Hall Mr. Phil O’Neil Marian Moran (x97280) Sororities Fraternities Health Center (Student Health Service) Health Services Building, Third Floor Mary McGonigle, D.O., (x94070) Assistance with Injury or Illness Health Professions Advising 143 Mendel Hall Dr. Louise Russo Trudy Pacella (x94833) Info & Counseling on Careers in Health Professions Standardized Test Preparation Compilation of Application Materials Office of Health Promotion Health Services Building, First Floor Stacy Andes, Ed.D. Joyce Minogue (x97407) Education, Programming, and Resources to Enhance Students’ Overall Health. Offers Education/Programming on Sleep Habits, Nutrition, Healthy Habits, Fitness, Smoking Cessation, Sexual Health/Assault, Alcohol & Drugs International Studies Program (Study Abroad) Middleton Hall, Second Floor Lance Kenney Barbara Cullen (x96412) Academic Semester or Summer Study Abroad International Student Services Office Connelly Center, Second Floor Mr. Stephen McWilliams Debra Hoover (x97827) Hubert Whantong (x98017) Immigration Rights Cultural Adjustment ESL Assistance Leadership & Professional Development Office for Undergraduate Students 107 St. Augustine Center Karen Graziano, JD Luisa Ruggieri (x94232) Professional Development Law School Advising Internships Learning Support Services 212 Falvey Library Dr. Nancy Mott Janice Sylvester (x95176) Study Skills/Time Management Workshops Academic Coaching Learning Disability Accommodations Chem/Physics Homework Help Social Skills Support Group (VISTA) Math Learning & Resource Center 211 Falvey Library Melissa Ferreira (x96572) Free Tutoring in Math & Statistics Center for Multicultural Affairs 102 Dougherty Hall Dr. Terry Nance Joan Prendergast (x94075) AAP: Academic Advancement Program STOVS: St. Thomas of Villanova Scholars ACTIVE Retention Program Scholarship Programs Diversity Peer Educators/Mentoring Programs Music Activities St. Mary’s Hall, Ground Floor Mr. John Dunphy (x97215) Orchestra, Bands Singers, Dance Student Theater Physical Disabilities Connelly Center, Second Floor Mr. Stephen McWilliams (x94095) Mr. Greg Hannah Liaison for Students with Physical Disabilities Pregnancy Support Services 202 Dougherty Hall Kathy Byrnes (x94550) Professional Assistance and Support for Unplanned Pregnancies Public Safety Farrell Hall Mr. David Tedjeske (x94444) Safety Escorts Report a Crime Office of the Registar 202-204 Tolentine Hall Ms. Catherine Connor Mary Giacobetti (x94032) Registration Transcripts Graduation Residence Life Kennedy Hall Mr. Tom DeMarco, JD Michele Breslin (x94154) Housing Sexual Assault Interventionist Farrell Hall Joanna Aversa-Gallagher (x96670) Support and Assistance for Victims of Sexual Violence Student Development 214 Dougherty Hall Mr. Tom Mogan Marie Witman (x94213) Programs, Activities and Services for Student Development Technology Support Services 101 Vasey Hall Self-Service: sdess.villanova.edu (x97777) Email: support@villanova.edu (x97777) Office for Undergraduate Students (OUS) 107 St. Augustine Center (x3900) Computer Support UNIT (University Information Technologies) Technology Services Building Mr. Stephen Fugale (x94400) Help Desk: (x97777) Computer Hardware and Software Support Wild Card Office Dougherty Hall, First Floor Kathy Gallagher (x94174) Obtain or Replace Wild Card Make Deposits Writing Center 210 Falvey Library Mary Beth Simmons (x94604) Free Tutoring for All Stages in the Writing Process Student-Related Issues, Including: Academic Advising (Undeclared) Academic Integrity Violations Drop/Add/Overload/Withdrawal Faculty Feedback (Reporting Concerns) Graduation Certification Law Advising Leadership & Professional Development Medical Leave of Absence Science Undeclared Advising Student Records Internal/External Transfers
