Interdisciplinary Ed.D. Program in Leadership
Online Student Resource Book
Table of Contents
Ed.D. Leadership Mission Statement..........................................................................................
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Creighton University Mission......................................................................................................
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Student Code of Conduct............................................................................................................
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Directory......................................................................................................................................
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Frequently Asked Questions
Whom Do I Contact?..................................................................................................................
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How Do I Find My Advisor?........................................................................................................
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What are the Technical Requirements?…………………………..…………………………………....................
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What is My NetID and Blue Password?......................................................................................
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How Do I Access Creighton Email?.............................................................................................
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What is the NEST?......................................................................................................................
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How Do I Register for Classes?...................................................................................................
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Where Can I Find My Booklist?...................................................................................................
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What is BlueLine and How Do I Use It?.......................................................................................
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Services
DoIT............................................................................................................................................
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Card Services..............................................................................................................................
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Bookstore...................................................................................................................................
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Collaborative Ministries.............................................................................................................
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Online Ministries........................................................................................................................
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Libraries for Distance Learning..................................................................................................
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Bluejay Life.................................................................................................................................
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Personal Support Center............................................................................................................
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Writing Center............................................................................................................................
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Financial Aid Online....................................................................................................................
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Billing Statement........................................................................................................................
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Online Tuition Payment Methods..............................................................................................
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Tuition and Fees.........................................................................................................................
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Activating Direct Deposit Profile................................................................................................
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Withdrawals and Refunds..........................................................................................................
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Visiting Campus
Public Safety..............................................................................................................................
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Kiewit Fitness Center.................................................................................................................
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Campus Dining...........................................................................................................................
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Career Center Connections Program.........................................................................................
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Wireless Networking.................................................................................................................
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Policies and Procedures
Link to all Graduate Policies and Procedures……………………………………………………………………….
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Netiquette……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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Academic Honesty……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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Request for Transfer Credit………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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Grade Appeals……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
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Grading Guidelines………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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Grading Scale……………………………………………………………………………………………………….………………
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Academic Probation…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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Academic Dismissal……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
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Dismissal Appeals………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...
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Practicum……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…….……..
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Candidacy……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…….……..
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Dissertation Defense……………………………………………………………………………………………….…………..
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Dissertation Guidelines…………………………………………………………………………………………….……….…
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Electronic Dissertation……………………………………………………………………………………………….………..
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Campus Map.............................................................................................................................
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Map Key....................................................................................................................................
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Academic Calendar……………………………………………………………………………………………………….…....
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Interdisciplinary Ed.D. Program in Leadership
Mission
The mission of the Ed.D. Program in Leadership is centered on developing leaders who use their skills to
promote social justice, and societal and organizational change. Drawing on the Jesuit tradition of
Creighton University, the program is built on a leadership model that encourages continual, critical selfreflection. With increasing self-knowledge, leaders are empowered to work mindfully toward a more
just community, workplace, and world. The concept of leaders as stewards of an organization is
emphasized during each course and promoted through practicum and research activities. Program
faculty and students come from a variety of disciplines and professions and as such provide a rich
interdisciplinary learning community for understanding the nature and role of interdisciplinary work in
today’s world. The collaborative learning community is shaped by the Jesuit ideals of academic
excellence, respect for human dignity, and a faith that does justice. The vision for the program
graduates is that they possess skills to lead and will have internalized faith-based values that will guide
their efforts at personal and organizational change.
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Creighton University Mission
Creighton is a Catholic and Jesuit comprehensive university committed to excellence in its selected
undergraduate, graduate and professional programs.
As Catholic, Creighton is dedicated to the pursuit of truth in all its forms and is guided by the living
tradition of the Catholic Church.
As Jesuit, Creighton participates in the tradition of the Society of Jesus which provides an integrating
vision of the world that arises out of a knowledge and love of Jesus Christ.
As comprehensive, Creighton's education embraces several colleges and professional schools and is
directed to the intellectual, social, spiritual, physical and recreational aspects of students' lives and to
the promotion of justice.
Creighton exists for students and learning. Members of the Creighton community are challenged to
reflect on transcendent values, including their relationship with God, in an atmosphere of freedom of
inquiry, belief and religious worship.
Service to others, the importance of family life, the inalienable worth of each individual, and
appreciation of ethnic and cultural diversity are core values of Creighton.
Creighton faculty members conduct research to enhance teaching, to contribute to the betterment of
society, and to discover new knowledge. Faculty and staff stimulate critical and creative thinking and
provide ethical perspectives for dealing with an increasingly complex world.
Student Code of Conduct
Choosing to join the Creighton community, whether as a student, faculty or staff, obligates you to act in
a manner that is consistent with these commitments. Joining the Creighton University community
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confirms your acceptance of these commitments and agreement to strive for their achievement.
Commitment to living by these principles means that you will endeavor to:
1. Act with professional, academic, and personal integrity.
Consistent with this principle is conduct in accord with the academic honesty policy of the University,
other University policies that foster a human community of justice, respect, and concern, and the code
of ethics of your foreseen profession. This principle challenges you to shape a personal code of positive
values, to live a healthy, balanced lifestyle, and to discover and embrace the responsibilities of your
freedom, intelligence, and intrinsic worth.
Inconsistent with this principle are all forms of dishonesty, excuse-making, failure to take responsibility
for your behavior, trust in relationships and violations of the code of ethics of your foreseen profession.
2. Respect and promote the dignity of all persons.
Consistent with this principle is growing in understanding of different cultures and groups, resolving
conflicts fairly, appreciating peoples’ differences, and seeking truths and values essential to human life
and community. This principle challenges you to refrain from actions that threaten or discourage the
freedom, personal safety, and respect that all individuals deserve.
Inconsistent with this principle are actions that compromise or demean the intrinsic worth of individuals
or groups. All forms of racism, sexism, pornography, lewd behavior, harassment, intimidation, taunting,
insult, physical harm, and discrimination are inconsistent with this principle.
3. Respect the policies of the Creighton University community and the rights of its
members both on and off campus, as well as the just laws of the civic community and
the rights of its members.
Consistent with this principle is the affirmative support for equal rights and opportunities for all
members of the Creighton University community, realizing that you are a member of a larger
community, understanding societal issues, and being a responsible participant in the civic and Creighton
community.
Inconsistent with this principle are actions that are illegal and that violate another’s right to move about
freely and securely, to live and learn in a community where members are secure in their property and
person, to express themselves appropriately, and to enjoy privacy.
4. Support the personal, professional, academic, and vocational development of the
members of the Creighton University Community.
Consistent with this principle are actions that are compassionate and considerate of the needs and well
being of others and that encourage the development of our moral, spiritual, intellectual, emotional,
personal, and vocational abilities.
Inconsistent with this principle are actions that are insensitive, inhospitable, spiteful, or which unjustly
or arbitrarily inhibit another’s ability to securely pursue goals in accord with the development of their
abilities. All members of the Creighton University community are obligated to promote actions
consistent with these principles, and to confront, challenge, and respond to actions that are inconsistent
with this code.
Directory
Ed.D. Program in Leadership Office
Dr. Isabelle Cherney Director
402-280-1228
cherneyi@creighton.edu
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Dr. Peggy Hawkins
Advisor, Faculty
402-280-3777
peggyhawkins1@creighton.edu
Dr. Donna Ehrlich
Advisor, Faculty
316-640-0555
donnaehrlich@creighton.edu
Dr. Barbara Brock
Advisor, Faculty
402-280-2306
barbarabrock@creighton.edu
Mr. James Martin
Advisor, Faculty
402-280-1829
jimmartin@creighton.edu
Chris Karasek
Program Manager
402-280-2392
ckarasek@creighton.edu
Tara Waln-Lewellyn Administrative Assist. 402-280-2306
tarawalyn-lewellyn@creighton.edu
Creighton Online Admissions Office
James Corngold
Admissions Director 866-717-6365 x2914 jamescorngold@creighton.edu
Laura Weaver
Enrollment Coord.
866-717-6365 x3171 lauraweaver@creighton.edu
Sarah Hasan
Student Services
866-717-6365 x2284 sarahhasan@creighton.edu
Personal Support Center
866-717-6366
Graduate School Office
Dr. Gail Jensen
Dean
402-280-3727
gjensen@creighton.edu
Dr. Isabelle Cherney Associate Dean
402-280-1228
cherneyi@creighton.edu
LuAnn Schwery
Assistant Dean
402-280-2772
lschwery@creighton.edu
Taunya Plater
Sr. Program Coord
402-280-2870
tplater@creighton.edu
Business Office
Ann O’Dowd
402-280-2293
annodowd@creighton.edu
Financial Aid Office
Paula Kohles
402-280-2731
paulakohles@creighton.edu
Additional Contacts
Bookstore
402-280-2796
Card Services
402-280-4700
Career Center
Linda Dunn
402-280-2722
lindadunn@creighton.edu
DoIT Technology
402-280-1111
Kiewit Fitness Center
402-280-2848
Public Safety
402-280-2104 (non-emergency)
402-280-2911 (emergency)
Registrar’s Office
402-280-2702
Writing Center
402-280-4707
OnlineWC@creighton.edu
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Whom Do I Contact?
Admissions Program Manager
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Facilitates student enrollment
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Guides potential students through educational selection process
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Conducts interviews with prospective students
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Maintains an appointment schedule for students going through the application process
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Fields prospective student questions and concerns
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Assists with virtual Open Houses
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Walks new students through technology systems via technology one-on-ones
Student Services Coordinator
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Registers students in their first three semesters
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Conducts general student Outreach
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Monitors classroom participation
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Conducts New Student Orientations
Enrollment Coordinator
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Acts as information resource for school policies and procedures
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Processes mail for all admissions documents
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Compiles admissions documents
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Ensures completeness and accuracy of applicant files
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Registers new students for their first semester
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Sends students their login information
Administrative Assistant
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Registers students after their first 3 semesters
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Answers any student concerns or questions
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Maintains Policies and Procedures
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Maintains student files
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Notifies office regarding status change in program
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Processes withdrawal/cancellations and add/drop forms after the students first three semesters.
Program Manager
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Manages Information regarding Practicum and Dissertation Requirements
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Answers any student concerns or questions
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Supports the Administrative Assistant
Personal Support Center
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Issues with BlueLine login
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Technology issues with online course
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Uploading documents in BlueLine
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Media issues
DoIT
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Issues with your Creighton email account or net ID
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Cannot log onto the NEST (unable to view grades, billing statement, financial aid)
How do I find my advisor?
When students start the program they are assigned an advisor. Students are encouraged to contact
their advisor for help with their plan of study, changes to the plan of study, practicum and dissertation
questions. Once a student has been in the program a while and has determined their dissertation topic,
their initial advisor may change to an advisor that is more knowledgeable in the students dissertation
topic. Please use the guidelines below to find an advisor.
Dr. Peggy Hawkins
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Any student who started the program in summer, fall 2011 and spring 2012.
Dr. Donna Ehrlich
 Any student who started the program in summer, fall 2012
Dr. Barbara Brock
 Any student who has been approved to follow the Superintendent Track
Mr. James Martin
 Any student who started the program in spring 2013
What are the Technical Requirements?
Student Technical Requirements
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Personal computer
High-speed internet capability
Knowledge of BlueLine (taught before classes begin)
Knowledge of TaskStream (taught before classes begin)
Adobe Reader
Microsoft Office Suite
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Optional Technical Requirements
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Web camera, digital camera
Microphone
Skype
What is My NetID and Blue Password?
Every student at Creighton University is assigned a NetID and a default Blue password. Your ID and
password are the keys to your identity at Creighton. Every student is sent their white ID card in the mail.
Along with the card will be a letter that will tell you your Network I.D. (NetID) number, which is
comprised of three letter and five numbers. You will also be given your first-time password.
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Your NetID is the key to accessing information, communicating with campus offices and your
gateway to student self service (NEST). See the NEST for further information on how to access
this information.
Also on the card, you will find your ISO number. This number is necessary if you forget or need
to reset your password, so keep your card in a safe place.
Activating Your Account:
Before you can log on to any Creighton computer systems, you will first need to activate your account
and create your initial password.
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Visit the Account Management Interface (AMI) web site at https://ami.creighton.edu
Click ‘Activate Account’ on the right side of the page
Log in with your NetID, first-time BLUE password, and date of birth
Provide answers to three security questions of your choice
Provide an alternate (non-Creighton) email address
Provide a phone number capable of receiving text messages
Enter your old password and a new password according to the specifications listed below (also
listed on the Web site)
 Passwords must be at least 8 characters in length
 Passwords cannot be identical to the previous 10 passwords used
 Passwords must contain at least 3 of the 4 requirements
- Upper case letters
- Lower case letters
- Numbers
- Special character
NOTE: Your BLUE password is automatically set to expire at 180 day intervals. Two weeks before
expiration, you’ll receive an email notification. If you don’t change your password before it expires, it
will become inactive and you’ll have to reset it.
What if I forget my BLUE password or have to reset it?
If you’ve forgotten your password (or it has expired), you’ll need to visit the AMI Web site
https://ami.creighton.edu and click ‘reset BLUE password’ on the right side of the page. You’ll be asked
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to enter your NetID and your 16 digit ISO number. Both of these can be found on your Creighton ID
card.
If you don’t have your Creighton ID card (and don’t know your ISO number) please call the service desk
at 402-280-1111.
How Do I Access My Creighton Email?
Web site: https://cumail.creighton.edu
As a member of the Creighton community, you receive a Creighton email account. All official email
communication from the University is sent to your Creighton email address. Check it regularly! We
recommend checking your Creighton e-mail a few times each week.
NEVER SHARE YOUR PASSWORDS WITH ANYONE, EVEN IF THEY CLAIM TO BE FROM CREIGHTON OR
DOIT!!
To access your Creighton email account, go to https://cumail.creighton.edu and enter your NetID and
BLUE password.
Your email address is your NetID followed by Creighton’s domain address. You can also use your named
address.
For example, Billy Bluejay’s email address could be either:
Bbj12345@creighton.edu or billybluejay@creighton.edu
For more information about your Creighton email account, visit: www.creighton.edu/doit/cumail
Official Means of Communication
The Creighton University assigned email account shall be the official means of communication with all
students, faculty, and staff. All community members are responsible for all information sent to them via
their University assigned email account. Members who choose to manually forward mail from their
University email accounts are responsible for ensuring that all information, including attachments, is
transmitted in its entirety to the preferred account.
All faculty, staff, and students are required to maintain an @creighton.edu computer account. This
account provides both an online identification key and a University Official Email address. The
University sends much of its correspondence solely through email. This includes, but is not limited to,
policy announcements, emergency notices, meeting and event notifications, course syllabi and
requirements, and correspondence between faculty, staff, and students. Such correspondence is mailed
only to the University Official Email address.
Faculty, staff and students are expected to check their email on a frequent and consistent basis in order
to stay current with University-related communications. Faculty, staff, and students have the
responsibility to recognize that certain communications may be time-critical.
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What is the N.E.S.T.?
Web site: https://thenest.creighton.edu
The NEST is a student self-service Web site that allows you access to:
Registration
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Display your class schedule
Add your class schedule to your CUmail calendar
Student Records
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View holds on your grades
View your final grades and semester transcripts
Financial Aid
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Apply for financial aid
Review the status of your financial aid applications
Check the status of required documents
Review your student loans
Pay your tuition online using a credit card or electronic check
Student Accounts
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View your account summary and personal information
Sign up for Direct Deposit Refunds
Authorize others to view your information
Student Health
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Students in the Ed.D. Program in Leadership are not assessed for Health Insurance or
immunizations
Remember: This is your personal information and only you can see it. You have an option to allow
your spouse or scholarship organizations to view certain academic and financial data. Instructions for
this can be found on the Web site.
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How do I register for my classes?
The ‘Student Services Coordinator’ will make sure that students are registered for all courses in the first
three Semesters. The “Administrative Assistant” will make sure that students are registered for courses
after their first three semesters. The “Student Services Coordinator” and the “Administrative Assistant”
will help students reach out to their advisor to discuss electives, practicum and dissertation hours. You
may reach your advisor by call 402-280-2306. Students who wish to register for their elective, practicum
and dissertation hours after their first three semesters will need to fill out a registration form which can
be found on our website at:
http://www.creighton.edu/gradschool/edd/currentstudentinformation/registrationformforelectivesprac
ticumdissertation/index.php
It is recommended to wait taking electives with core classes until a student has become comfortable
with the program and has a good understanding of the time commitment. Once a student feels
comfortable adding electives or has completed core classes, students are advised to discuss their
options with their advisor.
Where Can I Find Booklists for My Courses?
To access all required books for your courses:
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Log onto BlueLine http://creighton.learntoday.info
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Click on ‘EdD Student Resource Center’
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On the top bar click on ‘Content’
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Open the folder named ‘Textbook Information’
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What is BlueLine and How Do I Use It?
Web site: https://creighton.learntoday.info
BlueLine is a learning management system that allows professors to post course material online for your
access, as well as being the portal for online courses. This system allows you to check important
announcements about specific classes, contact class members, and view grades for certain classes. All
students will receive training on how to use BlueLine before the start of the first class.
To log into BlueLine:
1. Open a web browser and go to http://creighton.learntoday.info
2. Type in your NetID and password
3. Access various tools on your home page, including courses, calendar, announcements, student
resources, groups, course mail, and a toolbox
BlueLine Home Page:
On your BlueLine home page you will have access to the following:
Courses – Courses will be available to students the Friday before the first day of class.
Course Mail – Students and instructors can use the Course Mail tool to correspond with each other
without requiring the use of internet e-mail accounts. Users can access their Inbox to view, read, and
compose messages. It is important to note that if you send an email via BlueLine, the response will be
sent to your Creighton email.
My Announcements – Professors will post announcements for courses here.
Community Groups – This is used as an online collaborative community for committees and user groups.
Toolbox – Offers several useful tools designed to increase productivity and to customize your BlueLine
environment. Areas may include Bookmarks, Files, Calendars, and Public Resources.
Today’s Calendar – Events, deadlines, etc. will be posted here.
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Services
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D.o.I.T.
Student Computer Purchasing Program:
The Division of Information Technology (DoIT) offers a Student Purchasing Program. This program offers
the opportunity to purchases a mobile technology package for a discounted price. For information
about the program, please visit: http://www.creighton.edu/doit/studentpurchase/
Card Services
The white Creighton University ID card is a limited student card. The white student card allows students:
 Quick access to student ID and ISO number
 Access to electronic library
If you lose your white Creighton ID card or if it’s stolen, call Card Services for a replacement card. The
replacement fee is $3.00.
Students may exchange their white ID cards for an I-Class card at no charge. This card will be helpful to
students who plan to use campus facilities while taking online classes.
The Creighton University I-Class ID card features a high-frequency proximity chip as well as a magnetic
strip. With the I-Class ID card, a student can:
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Have access to Creighton Buildings after hours
Access the parking garages (additional fees for parking permits are required)
Check out materials from the Reinert, Law and Health Sciences libraries
Make cashless purchases for goods and services
If you lose your Creighton I-Class ID or if it’s stolen, report it immediately to Card Services and it will be
deactivated until you get a new one. The replacement fee is $20. If you’re replacing a damaged ID card,
the replacement fee is $10 – as long as you bring the damaged card.
Students who live near Creighton University and anticipate being on campus regularly may wish to
participate in Jaybuck$. JayBuck$ allows students to pre-deposit dollars on their Creighton I-Class ID
card for spending on/off campus and via the web. By depositing money into the Jaybuck$ account,
students have the flexibility of using their card instead of carrying cash.
There are no fees or charges associated with using the Jaybuck$ account. Because dollars are predeposited, it does not act as a credit card or charge card. Therefore, students cannot overdraw. Card
balances are displayed with each use and statements are available through Card Services.
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On campus locations where Jaybuck$ can be used include:
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All dining facilities on campus
Services at all libraries for copying, paying book fines, and interlibrary loans
The Creighton University bookstore
Public Safety parking fines
The Computer Center for laser prints, network cards and other services
Mail Center services
Student Health services
Campus vending machines
For a complete list of off campus locations that accept Jaybuck$, please visit Card Services online.
Account information and loading Jaybuck$
Students may view transactions on their account through their web browser. By logging into the My
Accounts web module through http://www.creighton.edu/admin/cardservices, students can check their
current balance, print statements and/or add value to their account.
Students can also load their account at a number of convenient locations across campus. The Card
Services Office accepts deposits to a Jaybuck$ account in the form of cash, checks, or credit card
transfers. Additionally, there are Cash Management Centers, machines that accept US currency much
like ATM machines, at eight sites on campus: Reinert, Law and Health Sciences Libraries, the lobby of
Swanson Hall, the Skutt Student Center, the first floor of the Old Gym, Heider Hall and the computer lab
in Criss Room 216.
Campus Bookstore
The bookstore Web site www.jaysfanattic.com is a tool that students can use to purchase books.
Students will be able to choose whether they want the books to be new or used. Shipping costs are not
included. For students who live close to campus they may elect to pick up their books from the
Creighton University Book Store.
The campus bookstore is where students can purchase their books for classes as well as buy apparel,
gifts, supplies, extra reading materials, gift cards and computer products.
Note: The Creighton Bookstore has a buyback program for textbooks where you can return used books
for cash. If an instructor has requested the same book for the next term, then the buyback value of the
book increases.
Collaborative Ministries
Web site: http://www.creighton.edu/CollaborativeMinistry/cmo.html
The Collaborative Ministry Office provides spiritual formation opportunities that strengthen personal
and communal growth. Its activities are consistent with the mission of Creighton University to orient
and educate Creighton faculty and students about the centrality of the Jesuit mission of the University
that includes Ignatian spirituality. Their online ministries offer students a new site, new links and new
prayers. Some highlights of the Web site include:
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Online Ministries:
Daily Reflections – Drop in online each day to read a brief reflection. You’ll be amazed at how faculty
and staff reveal their personal struggles and reflections on coping with everyday life. Perhaps their
reflections will give you insight applicable in your own life and inspire your faith.
Online Retreat – This is a retreat designed for busy people! Begin at any time and learn to pray in the
background of your days and transform your everyday life. This 34-week retreat is a personal journey to
greater freedom.
Libraries
Website: http://www.creighton.edu/reinert/services/distancelearning/index.php
The Reinert Library supports students in the Interdisciplinary Ed.D. Program in Leadership. It’s one of
three libraries on campus, together with the Health Science and Law libraries. The newly refurbished
facility offers state-of-the-art technology, including wireless Internet connectivity and laptops available
for checkout.
The Reinert-Alumni Library provides Creighton students who are enrolled at a distance the same rights
and privileges accorded to residential students.
Resources and services available to you:
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The Library Catalog (CLIC) includes thousand of e-books available 24/7 to Creighton Students.
Request a book at from the Library Catalog (CLIC). Please allow 3-5 days for delivery.
Interlibrary Loan (ILL) is an option for books not held by the Reinert-Alumni Library and not
available in your local community. Please allow 10 days for delivery.
Research Guides are available to help students identify journal articles and other resources on a
chosen topic.
Creighton Libraries as an e-journal portal which can be accessed with your Creighton netID.
Articles not available online or from your local community can be obtained through Interlibrary
Loan. Please allow 4-6 days for delivery. Note: you will be billed 10 cents per page.
Please note: all of the above resources can be found on the website listed above.
BlueJay Life
Stay in touch through facebook or twitter. For more information visit the websites at:
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Facebook http://www.facebook.com/pages/BluejayLife/150015655055159#!/pages/BluejayLife/15001565
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Twitter - http://twitter.com/#!/BluejayLife
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Personal Support Center
The Personal Support Center is a 24-hour service to students who are experiencing technical difficulties I
their BlueLine classroom. Students can receive help with their technical difficulties by calling 1-866-7176366 twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. It is important for students to call the Personal
Support Center so that the problem can be documented and corrected quickly.
Online Writing Center
Every class at Creighton requires students to write papers. Sometimes, you may experience writer’s
block or maybe you’re just not quite satisfied with your paper and would like a second opinion.
The Online Writing Center is a free service
Wherever you find yourself in the writing process, whatever your proficiency, the Writing Center is here
to help – whether that’s revising a finished draft, brainstorming ideas, or outlining and organizing those
ideas. Collaboratively, the Writing Center hopes to help you meet your writing goals, or even set some
new ones for yourself. The staff will work with you, but won’t proofread or ‘check’ your paper. The
center welcomes all students with all writing projects. You decide the focus of your session, and you’re
always in control of your writing.
Students can access the online Writing Center resource by accessing the web site at
http://www.creighton.edu/gradschool/onlinewritingcenter/index.php
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To secure an appointment, please send an email to OnlineWC@creighton.edu that includes the
following:
- Name
- Email address
- Program/course of study in which you are a student
- Instructor’s name
- Approximate length – in pages – of the piece of writing
- Desired window in which you seek to secure an appointment
- If this is the first time you have submitted the specific paper, write ‘first submission.’ If
you are submitting the ‘same’ piece of writing for the second time, please write “second
submission,” and so forth.
Please note: Appointments can fill up quickly. You improve your chances of securing an
appointment by securing it as far in advance as possible.
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Financial Aid and Billing
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Financial Aid Online
One simple way to view your estimated cost of tuition, as well as your account summary and financial
aid is to visit the NEST.
1. After you sign in, click on the financial aid option.
2. Clicking on “My financial aid” will allow you to check on your cost of attendance, see your satisfactory
academic progress status and find out what supporting documents the Financial Aid Office is asking for
or already received.
3. Clicking on “My award information” will give you access to view a summary of your financial aid award
for the academic year you selected. You can also review and accept your current financial aid offer, see
when your aid is scheduled to be disbursed (only for institutional funds), see what aid you received in
previous years and view your loan history while at Creighton University.
For questions about your financial aid, please contact the Financial Aid Office at 402-280-2731 or
finaid@creighton.edu.
Reading Your Billing Statements
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Students will receive an email in the Creighton email account when the online billing statement is
available. The message contains a link to the NEST where students can view their “Current
Statement”.
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“Current Statements” will show the assessed tuition and fees and anticipated financial aid
credits. A message appears at the bottom of the statement which gives directions regarding
payment and refunds. Payment is due by the first day of classes for each term. Failure to pay
tuition and fees by the appropriate dates will result in the assessment of a fee for late payment
of assessed charges.
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The late payment fees will be assessed three weeks after the first day of each term.
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Students who have not completed a Refund Direct Deposit Profile should do so before any
expected refund can be processed. Completing a Refund Deposit Profile will ensure fast and
secure receipt of your excess funds from NEST into your bank account within two banking days.
Students will receive an email notification at least one business day prior to the actual deposit of
their refund. If you already have a Direct Deposit Profile, please verify that all of your banking
information is up to date.
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If students do not have financial aid or enough financial aid to cover the entire balance due, they
may pay the tuition for the second term by the first day of that term. The University fee and
Technology fee are due at the start of the first term.
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Online tuition payment methods:
Tuition can be paid with a credit card
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MasterCard, Discover or American Express are accepted. Visa does not participate.
A nonrefundable 2.75% service fee will be assessed for each credit card transaction.
(While your payment may be refundable, the service fee is NOT refundable.)
Tuition can be paid by electronic checking (E-check)
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There is no Service Fee for the E-check option.
Funds can be transferred from savings or checking accounts from banks in the U.S. only.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Business Office at 402-280-2707
or send an email to studentbills@creighton.edu.
Tuition and Fees Academic Year 2012-13
Tuition (2011)
$880 per credit hour
Fees: 1- 6 credit hours
University Fee
University Technology Fee
$118 per semester
$50 per semester
Fees: 7-8 credit hours
University Fee
University Technology Fee
$236 per semester
$100 per semester
Fees: 9 or more credit hours
University Fee
$516 per semester
University Technology Fee
$221 per semester
Please note: Tuition and fees can change. The fees listed above are current as of 7/16/2012.
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Activating Direct Deposit Profile
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Log into your NEST Account by using your Creighton I.D. and Blue password
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Go to “Student Accounts”
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Click on “Sign up for Direct Deposit Refunds”
Withdrawals and Refunds
Students withdrawing before the end of a 7 or 8-week term will be charged tuition on the following
basis:
Period of attendance from start of term
Percent of the semester rate to be charged
One to two class days……………………………………………………………………………………..10%
Three through seven class days………………………………………………………………………40%
Eight through 12 class days………………………………………………………………….………...80%
Over 12 class days……….……………………………………………………………………….……….100%
Please note: The University Fee and Technology Fee are non-refundable
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Visiting Campus
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Public Safety
The purpose of the Department of Public Safety at Creighton University is to work in partnership with
students, faculty, and staff to help and protect people, secure property, solve problems and enhance the
quality of campus life.
As a student at Creighton University, you deserve a safe environment. There are a number of crime
prevention activities as well as safety services that you should be aware of.
Crime Prevention:
Public Safety maintains that the most effective strategy is to prevent crimes rather than solve crimes.
Officers patrol the campus on foot, on bicycles and by vehicle 24 hours a day. Always on the alert,
officers provide a first line defense with an intercept capability and a visible deterrence.
To report a crime contact Public Safety at 402-280-2104 (for non-emergencies) or 402-280-2911 (for
emergencies). Victims are encouraged to report all incidents to Public Safety regardless of how
insignificant the crime may seem.
Please Note: For on-campus emergencies, you must call 402-280-2911 instead of 911.
Safety Services available to you:
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A campus shuttle service provides you with safe and convenient transportation to most sites on
campus, including Student Health Services. To find the shuttle schedule, please visit the Public
Safety Web site http://www.creighton.edu/admin/shuttleservices/index.php
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A pedestrian escort service is available to you upon request. Public Safety or student employees
will accompany pedestrians to their residence halls, parked cars, or any other campus
destination. Any time you’re apprehensive about walking alone, please don’t hesitate to call
Public Safety and ask for help.
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Blue light emergency phones are located strategically throughout campus, particularly I parking
lots. You can activate a single emergency button on the phone to be instantly connected to the
Public Safety dispatcher. The dispatcher will simultaneously receive a signal indicating the
location of your call. These phones also feature a standard keypad that allows them to be used
for routine campus phone calls.
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Kiewit Fitness Center
The Kiewit Fitness Center is the campus recreation center. As a part-time student, gym membership is
not included in your tuition. Therefore, if you’d like to have access to the gym, you’ll need to pay a
membership fee. Membership fees must be paid at the Campus Recreation Office.
Member includes access to:
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Exercise equipment
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Basketball courts
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Tennis/Badminton courts
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Racquetball/Squash/Wallyball courts
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Locker rooms/Saunas
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Volleyball equipment
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Exercise classes
Fees: Please visit
http://www.creighton.edu/studentlife/campusrecreationintramurals/membershipinfo/index.php
Campus Dining
If you’re on campus around meal time and don’t have time to run off campus for food, there are a
number of dining locations to serve your tastes. To learn more visit
http://www.creighton.edu/studentlife/universitydiningservices/
Retail food operations on campus:
Irma’s: A more elegant dining experience in the venue named for the Dining Services legend Irma
Trumbauer. We are always trying out new tastes at Irma's, come on over for a change of pace!
Jack and Ed’s: Open seven days a week, Jack & Ed's offers Godfather's Pizza, drinks, sandwiches, salads,
candies, pastries and convenience store items, including a gluten free line. There are also three large
screen TV's, a plasma TV and computers located in this area.
Wareham Court: Want a great bite to eat? Visit Wareham Court, where you can find anything from
wraps to hamburgers to comfort food. Try one of the following locations: Fresh from the Pan, MemoraBeal-ia, Wrapsody, Jebbies Remembered, Garden Spot, Blimpie or Grab & Go. Don't forget to grab a
drink at the Trough!
Java Jay: Espresso coffee drinks, salads, sandwiches and a great atmosphere. Use your meal exchange
at dinner and late night.
Davis Diner: If you like breakfast all day long then Davis Diner is where you will want to eat. Try our
Country Fried Steak Skillet or Stuffed French Toast and top either one of them off with a Hand Dipped
Malt or Shake. For a complete menu, click on the menu link on the right hand side of the web page.
Side Bar: Perfect for a quick meal between briefs! You will find what you need to quench your thirst or
sastisfy your appetite with a variety of beverages, snacks, pizza, soups and other meal items.
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Café A La Cart: Fresh brewed coffee, soup, sandwiches, salads and snacks. Great for a study break and
conveniently located just out the side door of CUMC.
Brew Jay: If a good cup of coffee is what you crave, stop in and see us. We also have soup, salad,
sandwich's pastries, quick snacks, espresso and cold drinks
Billy Blues Alumni Grill: A relaxing, on-campus gathering place for students, alumni and Bluejay fans,
this cafe offers a full service menu. Billy's has multiple flat screen tv's to watch your favorite game on.
Birdfeeder: At the Birdfeeder Convenience Store you can find everything from laundry detergent to Ice
cream. We have it all and you don't have to lose your parking spot to run to the grocery store off
campus.
Career Center Connections Program
The Creighton Career Center works with ALL students and recent alums at Creighton University to explore career
and academic options, develop career goals, apply for graduate and professional school programs and to institute
solid job search plans.
The Career Center is staffed with five master's prepared career professionals who are all well-equipped to handle
all career and academic concerns for most students. However, for clarity and for developing and maintaining
good relationships with students, faculty and staff of all colleges and schools and with specific populations of
students, the Career Center has established the "Career Center Connections" Program.
The contact for the Interdisciplinary Ed.D. Program in Leadership is Linda Dunn. For your career-related concerns
contact Linda at LindaDunn@creighton.edu.
Wireless Networking:
Creighton University is listed as one of the top 50 wireless universities in the country. Wireless is
available in many public spaces including, but not limited to, all three libraries, the Skutt Student Center,
Rigge Science and residence halls. Your computer must be registered on the Creighton network and you
need to have a wireless card in order to have access to the wireless network. To connect your computer
the first time, visit http://www.creighton.edu/doit/cuone/faqs/index.php#c37458 and follow the prompts. If
you prefer, you may bring your computer to the Old Gym, room 104, to have it configured by IT staff.
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Policies and Procedures
Please refer to the Creighton University Graduate Bulletin
for a complete listing of Policies and Procedures
http://www.creighton.edu/registrar/informationandschedules/bulletins/graduateissue/index.php
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Netiquette
Netiquette is a set of rules and guidelines on how to behave in interactive discussion forums and email.
It is a combination of the words “Net” and “Etiquette”. While the rules of netiquette can and will
change over time and where they are being used, some simple common sense guidelines are generally
agreed on.
The primary rule to remember in all your communications online, via email or the discussion forums is
that the person on the other end is another human being. The anonymity of the internet can tempt one
to express themselves in ways they wouldn’t if the same conversation was face to face.
When having discussions with your classmates or instructors please be mindful that your conversation is
public and you should not disclose anything or say anything you would not say in a large public forum or
a classroom. You can also read more about netiquette from the following sites that go into more detail
about all forms of Internet communications.
Albion.com Core Rules of Netiquette http://www.albion.com/netiquette/corerules.html
RFC 1855 Netiquette Guidelines http://www.dtcc.edu/cs/rfc1855.html
Living Internet Netiquette Guidelines http://www.livinginternet.com/i/ia_nq.htm
Academic Honesty
In keeping with its mission, the University seeks to prepare its students to be knowledgeable, forthright,
and honest. It expects and requires academic honesty from all members of the University community.
Academic honesty includes adherence to guidelines established by the University, its Colleges and
Schools and their faculties, its libraries, and the computer center.
"Academic or academic-related misconduct" includes, but is not limited to, unauthorized collaboration
or use of external information during examinations; plagiarizing or representing another's ideas as one's
own; furnishing false academic information to the university; falsely obtaining, distributing, using or
receiving test materials; falsifying academic records; falsifying clinical reports or otherwise endangering
the well-being of patients involved in the teaching process; misusing academic resources; defacing or
tampering with library materials; obtaining or gaining unauthorized access to examinations or academic
research material; soliciting or offering unauthorized academic information or materials; improperly
altering or inducing another to improperly alter any academic record; or engaging in any conduct which
is intended or reasonably likely to confer upon one's self or another an unfair advantage or unfair
benefit respecting an academic matter.
Further information regarding academic or academic-related misconduct, and disciplinary procedures
and sanctions regarding such misconduct, may be obtained by consulting the current edition of the
Creighton University Handbook for Students.
However, students are advised that expulsion from the University is one of the sanctions which may be
imposed for academic or academic-related misconduct. The University reserves the right to modify,
deviate from, or make exceptions to the foregoing or to the Handbook for Students at any time, and to
apply any such modification, or make any such deviation or exception applicable to any student without
regard to date of admission application or enrollment.
A good website to reference what constitutes and defines plagiarism is http://plagiarism.org/.
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Request for Transfer Credit
A graduate student who has taken a graduate-level course at another accredited institution which the
student believes will substitute for a required or elective course in the graduate program at Creighton
University may request transfer credit for the course. Only courses in which the student earned a grade
of A or B may be considered for transfer credit. Ordinarily, not more than six (6) transfer credits can be
applied toward a master’s program. To obtain the “Request for Transfer Credit” form please visit
http://www.creighton.edu/fileadmin/user/GradSchool/pdf/Transfer_Credit_Request_fill_in.pdf
Grade Appeals
The instructor has jurisdiction in determining grades; however, the student has the right to appeal a final
course grade that the student believes to be arbitrary or capricious. "Arbitrary or capricious" is defined
as "the assignment of a final course grade through means that are erratic, irregular, or inconsistent with
grading policies published in the course syllabus and/or inexplicably different from those applied to
other students enrolled in the same course." The appeal process will involve the following steps (the
issue may be resolved at any level):
1. The student confers with the instructor involved.
2. The student and instructor (preferably together) confer with the chair of the department or program
director.
3. When the foregoing steps do not resolve the issue, the student may initiate a formal written appeal to
the Dean. Normally, the Dean will forward such appeal to the appropriate committee for its review and
recommendation. A formal appeal should not be entered upon lightly by a student, or lightly dismissed
by an instructor. A formal written grade appeal may be made no later than the sixth week of the
following semester. Under ordinary circumstances, the Graduate Board does not hear appeals of a
passing grade.
4. For grade appeal issues brought before the Graduate Board, the specific charge to the Board
regarding a grade appeal is to assess whether the mechanisms utilized by the faculty member to
determine the grade in question were applied consistently and fairly to all students enrolled in the
course, and if not, to identify specifically which evaluation mechanisms were arbitrarily or capriciously
applied. The Board will not attempt to determine the grade to be received by the student. The Board's
decision will be reached by a simple majority vote.
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Grading Guidelines
The following guidelines represent sound educational practices that are appropriate to most graduate
programs. Graduate Programs and their faculty manifest their disciplinary traditions and expectations
differently. Such specific expectations may take precedence over the more general guidelines offered
below.
1. Instructors are expected to explain to their students the grading policies, including the evaluation
weights for performance expectations to determine the final grade in each course, during the first week
of instruction.
2. Final grades assigned to graduate students should be based on demonstration of competence by the
student – this may include tests, examinations, papers, projects, recitations, experiments, skill
development, etc.
3. Instructors should be expected to provide students with formative assessment of learning on an
ongoing basis.
4. Students should be informed in a timely manner of their scores on exams, papers, projects, etc.
5. Final grades in courses should include evaluation of the student’s capacity to organize and
communicate (in written and/or oral form) the principal concepts and/or applications of the course
content.
Grading Scale
A= 94-100
B= 86-93
C= 78-85
F= <78
Academic Probation
A graduate student who has been in good standing, but whose cumulative GPA falls below 3.0 at the end
of any term is placed on academic probation. A student who fails to remove the probationary status by
regaining a cumulative 3.0 GPA within one semester of full-time enrollment or its equivalent (8 credit
hours) will be dismissed from the Graduate School.
Academic Dismissal
Any student who accumulates more than six credit hours of "C" grade, or any one grade less than "C," in
courses in his or her graduate program is also disqualified from the Graduate School and will be
dismissed from the program.
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Dismissal Appeals
A student has the right to appeal a dismissal from the Graduate School by filing a petition for
reinstatement within 10 working days of the date of the written notice of dismissal from the Graduate
School. A petition for reinstatement should be submitted in writing to the Dean through the major
advisor or graduate program director, and indicate the reasons the student feels s/he should be
reinstated. Issues of dismissal and reinstatement are heard by the Graduate Board. A dismissed student
appealing for reinstatement has the right to attend classes and exercise the privileges of all other
graduate students pending the outcome of the appeal, except in cases where there are reasons related
to the physical or emotional welfare of the student or others, or reasons involving the safety of persons
or property. The decision of student status will be made by the Dean, upon recommendation of the
Graduate Board.
In cases of academic misconduct, if a serious penalty (i.e. expulsion from the University, suspension, or a
request for withdrawal) is imposed by the Dean, the student has the right to appeal to the University
President, following the procedures outlined in the Student Handbook. If a student is reinstated into the
Graduate School and subsequently dismissed again, the student does not have the right to request
reinstatement.
Practicum
To be eligible to register for Practicum ILD 811, students must have successfully completed a minimum
of 12 credits in core courses ILD 801-810). However, the student should begin to plan for their
Practicum four months before the start of the Practicum.
The Practicum experience provides students with opportunities to apply theory to practice. The
expectation is that the student's goals/objectives are integrated into the Practicum experience providing
the student with a "hands on" approach under the supervision of a knowledgeable professional. The
Practicum should not be directly related to the current position or responsibility of the student.
However, a student in an organization may be able to take on a special task or responsibility elsewhere
in the organization.
Candidacy
A student initiates the Candidacy Review process by submitting the request for candidacy form after 40
hours of doctoral coursework and at least six months prior to the expected graduation date.
A student is required to successfully pass an ePortfolio review as partial fulfillment for the EdD degree.
Doctoral students must successfully complete the candidacy review prior to dissertation proposal.
The EdD Program Director approves eligibility for candidacy review.
The Candidacy Review Committee evaluates the ePortfolio and recommends to the Program Director
the outcome of the review. The Program Director may approve the recommendation and forwards to
the Dean of the Graduate School. The Dean of the Graduate School grants candidacy.
The student is informed in writing of the results upon designation of candidacy by the Dean of Graduate
School. Successful completion of the Candidacy approval is recorded on the official transcript.
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Dissertation Defense
A degree candidate who has or will have satisfactorily completed the core courses, electives, practicum,
dissertation hours, and two seminars, who will have completed the e-portfolio, and the draft of his or
her dissertation will be permitted to undertake an oral defense of the dissertation. The dissertation
committee will have conferred with the candidate and had a suitable copy of the manuscript in their
hands at least 30 days prior to the oral examination and defense (ILD 810).
The Doctor’s degree candidate’s committee shall consist of the major advisor (chair), one faculty
member qualified in the major discipline and/or in support areas of study, and one expert faculty
member (or visiting professor) from the subject of specialization. The subject of the examination shall
be the background, methods, results, and conclusions of the student’s dissertation and the relationship
of these results and conclusions to the major discipline. The dissertation defense will be open to all
graduate faculty, although faculty from outside the committee may not participate directly in the
examination.
Dissertation Guidelines
The dissertation is a written, scholarly presentation of original research that is submitted and defended
as partial fulfillment of requirements for a graduate degree. The formal style manual to which students
may refer and to which students must adhere throughout their program of study is APA (American
Psychological Association) style. The Creighton web pages should assist the student in addressing the
requirements of the Graduate School for this important "publication." Please visit the web site for more
information: http://www.creighton.edu/gradschool/currentstudentinfo/thesisguidelines/index.php
About Electronic Dissertation
Effective September 2010, all students are required to submit an electronic copy of their dissertation to
the Creighton Digital Repository (CDR) on the University Libraries' website. When the dissertation has
been approved by a Creighton reviewer, Creighton University will submit the approved dissertation to
UMI/ProQuest on the student's behalf.
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Campus Map
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Map Key
Cardiac Center - 1
Kiewit Physical Fitness Center - 23
Lied Education Center for the Arts - 43
Boyne Building, Dr. Harry H. & Maude - 2
Swanson Hall, W. Clarke - 24
Law School, Ahmanson School of Law
- 44
Bio-Information Center - 3
Brandeis Hall, Mary Rodgers - 25
Heider Hall - 45
CUMC, Creighton University Medical Center - 4
Deglman Hall, Fr. Francis - 26
Kenefick Hall - 46
Boys Town National Research Hospital - 6
Creighton Hall (Administration Bldg) - 27
Linn Building, Fr. Henry - 47
Military Science (Army ROTC) - 8
Saint John’s Church - 28
Labaj Building, Fr. Joseph - 48
Health Policy and Ethics - 9
Reinert Alumni Memorial Library - 29
Campion House - 49
Criss Health Sciences Building, Dr. C.C. and Mabel
L. - 10
Ignatius House - 31
Opus Square - 50
Hixson-Lied Science Building - 12
Greenhouse, Susan Tracy Stuppy - 32
Admissions - 51
Markoe Hall - 33
Harper Center - 51
Old Gymnasium, Joseph J. Vinardi Athletic
Center - 34
Davis Square - 52
Rigge Science Building - 14
Observatory - 35
Pittman Building, Judge Elizabeth D. 53
Criss I - 15
Kellom Heights Shopping Center - 36
Murphy Building, Edward D. - 55
Beirne Research Tower - 16
Soccer Practice Field - 37
Jelinek Building, Frank T. - 56
Dowling Hall (Humanities) - 17
Human Resources - 38
Morrison Stadium, S.J., Michael G. 57
Hitchcock (Comm Arts) - 18
Schneider Hall (formerly Wareham) - 38
Ryan Center - 58
Gallagher Hall - 19
Jahn Building, Walter R. - 39
T.B.A. - 59
Becker Hall - 20
Sports Complex - 40
University Relations - 60
Kiewit Hall - 21
Kitty Gaughan Pavillion - 41
Wareham Building - 60
Student Center, V.J. and Angela Skutt - 22
McGloin Hall, Fr. Richard D. - 42
Parking Garage - PG
Eppley Bldg, Eugene C. - COBA,
College of Business Administration - 13
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Academic Calendar
January – December 2012
Spring Term 1: January 9 – March 2
Spring Term 2: March 5 – April 27
Summer Term 1: April 30 – June 22
Summer Term 2: June 25 – August 17
*Break: August 20 – August 26
Fall Term 1: August 27 – October 19
Fall Term 2: October 22 – December 14
*Holiday Break—December 15—January 6, 2013
January – December 2013
Spring Term 1: January 7 – March 1
Spring Term 2: March 4 – April 26
Summer Term 1: April 29 – June 21
Summer Term 2: June 24 – August 16
*Break: August 19 – August 25
Fall Term 1: August 26 – October 18
Fall Term 2: October 21 – December 13
*Holiday Break— December 14—January 5, 2014
January – December 2014
Spring Term 1: January 6 – February 28
Spring Term 2: March 3 – April 25
Summer Term 1: April 28 – June 20
Summer Term 2: June 23 – August 15
*Break: August 18 – August 24
Fall Term 1: August 25 – October 17
Fall Term 2: October 20 – December 12
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