Academic Programs and Graduation Requirements

Undergraduate Degrees Offered

Walla Walla University offers courses of study leading to the following undergraduate degrees:

Associate of Science (A.S.)

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)

Bachelor of Music (B.Mus.)

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (B.S.E.)

Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.)

Walla Walla University is a comprehensive institution of higher education offering not only traditional liberal arts and professional programs, but also preprofessional and special two-year associate degree curricula for students who may wish to pursue a terminal program of a vocational nature. For a listing of undergraduate areas of study offered see Areas of Study section as listed in this bulletin. For a listing of graduate areas of study offered see the Graduate Bulletin.

Graduate Degrees

Walla Walla University offers courses of study leading to the following graduate degrees:

Master of Arts (M.A.)

Master of Education (M.Ed.)

Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.)

Master of Science (M.S.)

Master of Social Work (M.S.W.)

Students desiring information concerning graduate degree requirements (standards of admission, degree candidacy, curricula, etc.) should consult the Graduate Bulletin, which is available from the Marketing and Enrollment Services Office and online.

Teacher Education Program

The Walla Walla University School of Education and Psychology is authorized by the Washington State Board of Education to recommend the residency teachers' credential. Students who plan to enter the teaching profession with a denominational or state teaching credential should become thoroughly acquainted with the certification requirements listed in the Education and Psychology section of this bulletin.

Baccalaureate Degrees

The Bachelor of Arts degree consists of four years of course work that places the student's major field of study in the context of a liberal arts education. To encourage a wide range of studies, the degree requires a greater concentration of general studies courses than do other degrees and a minor in an area distinct from the major, while it allows a greater number of electives. In the tradition of the liberal arts, all Bachelor of Arts degree majors require foreign language study.

The Bachelor of Business Administration degree consists of a four-year program with concentrations available in accounting, entrepreneurship and small business management, finance, international business, management, and marketing. For specific requirements, see the School of Business section of this bulletin.

The Bachelor of Music degree consists of four years of course work primarily in the major field of study with modified requirements in general studies. The degree is offered with a choice of two majors, Performance or Music Education. For the modified general studies program and other specific requirements, see the Music section of this bulletin.

The Bachelor of Science degree consists of four years of course work that places the student's major field of study in the context of a liberal arts education. The degree permits somewhat greater concentration in the field of study and requires fewer general studies courses than does the Bachelor of Arts degree. No foreign language study is required. No minor is required with the exception of Elementary Education.

The Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree is a four-year program approved by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc., requiring 200 quarter hours of course work. It is designed to prepare students for entry into the profession of engineering and for life long learning including programs of advanced study in civil, computer, electrical and mechanical engineering or associated fields. For the modified general studies program and other specific requirements, see the Engineering section of this bulletin.

The Bachelor of Social Work degree is a four-year program approved by the Council on Social Work Education, the accrediting body for all social work education programs. It prepares students for entry level positions in a variety of social service agencies. For specific requirements, see the Social Work and Sociology section of this bulletin.

Baccalaureate Degree Requirements

Although general studies are stressed during the first two years of study, students should plan to include certain elementary and intermediate courses in the desired major during the freshman and sophomore years in order to successfully complete the major.

A student who is undecided as to a major field of study may, during the freshman year, explore several fields of knowledge without loss of credit if he/she plans his/her choices with an academic adviser. It is best if a major would be chosen no later than the end of the sophomore year. The selection of a minor (for Bachelor of Arts degree candidates) and appropriate electives must be made in consultation with and approved by the assigned academic adviser.

Candidates are expected to be fully informed concerning degree requirements and are responsible for their fulfillment. Students shall have the option of meeting degree requirements as published in the bulletin at the time of initial registration or any bulletin published while in regular attendance. Those missing regular attendance for one full school year (except for Christian Service Volunteers) must meet the requirements of the current bulletin upon resuming attendance. Students who have submitted a formal application for a degree (Senior outline) to the Academic Records Office and do not graduate will be allowed only one year after the last date of enrollment to complete all degree requirements under the bulletin specified on the approved Senior outline; otherwise the current bulletin requirements must be met.

Undergraduate students who marched, or were approved to march in the June Commencement but have not completed degree requirements, must register for GNRL 401. A fee will be charged each quarter, except summer, for up to two years after the proposed graduation date or until all requirements are met and the degree is posted. See Financial Bulletin.

Degrees are conferred and diplomas issued each quarter. All course work must be completed, transcripts received, comprehensives taken and acceptable grades received before the degree will be awarded.

Degree conferral dates for the 2012-2013 school year are:

Commencement Exercises

Commencement exercises are held once a year in June. Students who have completed their requirements summer, autumn or winter quarter may participate in the following June commencement exercises. Those anticipating the completion of an approved degree program during the upcoming summer quarter may apply to the Academic Records Office requesting to participate in the current June graduation exercises.

By Thursday prior to the June graduation date, prospective summer degree candidates must have satisfied the following:

1. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 for all university work.

2. An approved degree application (Senior Outline) on file in the Academic Records Office showing a completion date for summer.

3. No more than twelve (12) credits to complete after spring quarter, including summer courses and outstanding "I"s and "IP"s.

4. Remaining credits must meet residency requirements.

Any exceptions to the above requirements must be approved by Academic Standards Committee.

Graduations in Absentia:

Degree candidates are expected to participate in the yearly graduation ceremonies. A senior wishing not to participate should apply to the President's Office to graduate in absentia.

Residency Requirements:

1. A minimum of 25% of the credits in each major and minor must be Walla Walla University credits.

2. A minimum of 9 upper-division credits in the major and 3 upper-division credits in the minor must be Walla Walla University credits.

3. At least 40 of the last 45 credits before degree completion must be Walla Walla University credits.

General Requirements:

1. Credits required. Successful completion of a minimum of 192 quarter hours (200 quarter hours, Bachelor of Science in Engineering), including 60 quarter hours in courses numbered 300 or above, and a cumulative grade-point average of 2.00 or above in the major, minor, and overall.

2. Major. The completion of a major field of departmental specialization (minimum of 45 quarter hours and a cumulative grade-point average of 2.00). A grade lower than C- will not apply toward a major except in engineering (see Engineering section of this bulletin). At least 21 quarter hours in the major must be numbered 300 or above. Unless otherwise specified all electives applied to the major must be courses offered by the major department. A course may fulfill requirements for several majors or minors, but credit will apply to only one unless otherwise stated. A cognate course may satisfy the cognate requirements of a major while simultaneously being counted toward the credit requirement of another major, minor, or concentration.

3. Double Majors. Students taking double majors must meet all the degree requirements for each major, including the general studies programs. Majors must be completed within the degrees under which they are described in this bulletin. (BA majors can serve as second majors only under a BA degree, BS majors can serve as second majors only under a BS degree; the BBA, BMus, BSE and BSW degrees cannot have second majors.

4. Minor. Bachelor of Arts degrees require the completion of a minor of at least 27 quarter hours and a minimum cumulative grade-point average of 2.00, or completion of an Associate of Science degree, provided it is in an area distinct from the major. Three quarter hours must be courses numbered 300 or above. A grade lower than C- will not apply toward a minor. A course may satisfy content requirements for several majors or minors but credit will apply to only one. Unless otherwise specified all electives applied to the minor must be courses offered by the minor department. A cognate course may satisfy the cognate requirements of a major while simultaneously being counted toward the credit requirement of another major, minor, or concentration.

5. General Studies Requirements. The completion of the general studies requirements as specified for the type of degree sought detailed in the following section (84 quarter hours for the Bachelor of Arts and 72 quarter hours for the Bachelor of Science degree).

6. Candidacy for Degree. Degree candidates must file a formal application (Senior outline) for a degree, showing the proposed schedule of courses for the senior year, with the Registrar not later than one week after the beginning of the first quarter of the senior year. Appropriate forms may be obtained from the Academic Records Office. Students are not considered candidates for degrees or eligible for senior class membership until officially notified by the Registrar that their senior outlines have been approved.

7. Senior Class. Candidates for degrees must be members of the senior class. The fee is fixed by the class and approved by the President of the University.

8. Comprehensive Examinations. A comprehensive examination is required for each major before a degree may be conferred. For some majors, the Major Field Test (MFT) is used, and for others, the Graduate Record General and/or Subject Exam is used as the comprehensive. Elementary Education majors are required to pass the Washington Educator Skills Test-Endorsement for Elementary Education: Content Knowledge (WEST-E Elementary). There are also some departments/schools who provide a comprehensive exam and/or project. The bulletin details those requirements under the appropriate department.

The General Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is now available only by computer, usually at Sylvan Technology centers in metropolitan areas. Information regarding registration for the General GRE is available at the center.

Students whose majors require the Subject GRE must pick up registration materials in the test center. These materials must be mailed at least nine weeks prior to the test date. Please note that there are only three times that the subject exams are administered and the dates are fixed by the test company and cannot be changed. Non-sabbath testing is of course available on campus but strict instructions must be followed.

9. Transcripts and Correspondence Work. Seniors must have all transfer transcripts on file in the Academic Records Office prior to the end of the final quarter in residence to avoid delay of graduation.

10. Second Baccalaureate Degree. Two baccalaureate degrees with majors from different disciplines may be conferred concurrently or sequentially if the candidate has met all the requirements, completed a total of 237 quarter hours, and has spent a minimum of three quarters (36 quarter hours) in residence. See requirements 2 and 3 regarding majors.

11. Applied Music Credit Applicable Toward Baccalaureate Degree. Not more than 9 quarter hours in applied music (including 3 quarter hours of Ensemble) may be earned toward a baccalaureate degree without an equal number of quarter hours in music courses with prefixes MUCT, MUED or MUHL. Additional hours in applied music may include ensemble hours without restrictions.

12. Academic Profile Examination. In order to assist the University in its assessment program, all seniors graduating with a baccalaureate degree are required to take the Academic Profile Examination before graduation.

Student Responsibility for Meeting Degree Requirements

While your adviser may assist you in planning a program, degree candidates are expected to be fully informed concerning degree requirements and are responsible for their fulfillment. The following checklist will help you in meeting graduation requirements at WWU. You may use this page to check the requirements off as you meet them. Please see the Academic Programs and Graduation Requirements section and the departmental sections of the university bulletin for further explanations of these requirements.

Checklist for Meeting Degree Requirements

___ General studies requirements:

See General Studies section of bulletin for specifics.

84 hours for B.A. degrees

72 hours for B.B.A., B.S., or B.S.W. degrees

B.Mus. and B.S.E. degrees (see degree requirements)

32 hours for A.S. degrees

___ Total hours required:

192 quarter hours for bachelor's degrees (exception: 200 for the B.S.E. degree)

96 credits must be from four-year colleges or universities

96 quarter hours for associate degrees

237 quarter hours for second degree (or for two degrees)

___ Upper-division credits:

60 quarter hours required for bachelor's degrees including:

a minimum of 21 quarter hours in the major

a minimum of 3 quarter hours in the minor

___ Transfer credits:

Transcripts for all off-campus credits need to be on file in the Records Office. Before taking courses off-campus it is advisable to check with your academic adviser and the Records Office to be sure the credits satisfy requirements needed.

___ Residency requirements:

At least 40 of last 45 credits must be on campus.

25% of major credits (including 9 upper-division) must be on campus

25% of minor credits (including 3 upper-division) must be on campus

___ Foreign language requirement:

The B.A. degree requires 8-12 credits of one foreign language.

___ Minimum acceptable grade in major or minor:

No grade lower than a C- (1.70) is acceptable in a major or minor.

Exceptions:

Nursing and Education major minimum = C (2.00)

Engineering (see B.S.E. section of the bulletin)

___ GPA requirements:

Major or minor GPA: minimum of 2.00 in each major/minor.

Cumulative GPA: minimum of 2.00.

Exceptions: Education majors, 2.75; Nursing majors, 2.50.

___ Comprehensive exams:

A comprehensive exam is required for most majors. See departmental adviser or the counseling center for specific requirement.

___ Application for Degree (Senior Outline):

File form with the Records Office three quarters before graduation.

Form must be approved by the Records Office before you are eligible to graduate.

General Studies Mission

In keeping with the mission of the University, the educational program at Walla Walla University assists students in becoming responsible, contributing participants in church and society. As part of the educational program, the general studies requirements provide a balanced education through course offerings that encourage students to develop a breadth of knowledge covering many disciplines. General studies courses have few, if any, prerequisites and thus are readily available to all students.

The following specific objectives have been determined for the general studies program at Walla Walla University and will provide opportunities for students to achieve the broader general studies goals through a diversity of experience:

Students will enhance their understanding of:

God

• Students will develop an understanding of God, as revealed in Jesus Christ, His Word, His Creation, and His engagement with human beings.

Human Beings

• Students will gain exposure to various cultures in a social, historical, and geographical context.
• Students will become familiar with the behavior and responsibilities of individuals and societies.
• Students will explore the world of artistic and literary expression and integrate it into personal experience.
• Students will develop an understanding of wholistic approaches to personal wellness and human relationships.

The Natural World

• Students will develop an integrated understanding of science and technology and their roles in society.
• Students will develop an understanding of stewardship and ethical responsibility toward the environment.

Students will improve their skills in:

Critical and Creative Thinking

• Students will develop the skills for reflection, analysis, criticism, synthesis, and an openness conducive for philosophical thinking.
• Students will learn to obtain and evaluate information.

Mathematical Reasoning

• Students will develop problem-solving skills and gain an appreciation for the beauty and utility of mathematics.

Communication

• Students will learn to formulate, organize, and communicate ideas and information effectively and responsibly.

Collaboration

• Students will learn to engage in collaborative endeavors.

Following is an outline of the general studies requirements for the various degrees. A full description and a listing of general education courses follow in the section dealing with specific required courses.

Outline of General Studies Requirements:

* These degrees have modified general studies requirements. Please refer to the respective departments of instruction in this bulletin.

For the Honors General Studies Program, see the Honors General Studies section of this bulletin.

General Studies - Specific Required Courses

The range of hours for each area below indicates the minimum number of hours that must be chosen from that area and the maximum number of hours from that area that may count toward the total requirement. Some areas are subdivided, with ranges from each subdivision indicating the minimum that must be taken from that subdivision and the maximum that may count toward that area requirement. Credits earned beyond the listed maximum may be counted as general electives.

Engineering majors should consult the engineering section for general studies requirements.

Environmental studies courses will introduce the student to environmental principles and help the student understand different responses to environmental problems and different forms of stewardship.

Students need to complete at least one of the following environmental studies courses to fulfill the general studies requirements. Courses will be selected in consultation with their adviser.

Select one of the following:

Courses should introduce the student to health principles and, by stressing both theory and activity, emphasize the pursuit of healthful living. (No more than 4 quarter hours from any one area will count toward the requirement.)

Activity Courses: 2-4

ALL PEAC 107-195 Activity Courses

Theory Courses in Health: 0-4

Courses in history and social science should help the student understand the forces that have shaped the individual in his culture and society.

History courses should interpret the sweep of cultures, instilling an appreciation for the development of civilization and an awareness of the unique place of the Christian church in time.

Social science courses should contribute to the student's understanding of the ideas, logic, and methods of the scientific study of human relations.

History: 8-12

Social Science: 4-12*

(Must include at least one of the following: ANTH 225, PSYC 130, PSYC 344, or SOCI 204)

* If more than one course is selected from list, courses chosen must be from two or more

subject areas.

** Only two hours will apply toward the social science requirement; the other two hours will apply to natural science.

Courses in the fine arts, literature, and philosophy should introduce the student to human aesthetic and intellectual aspirations and achievements. Fine arts and literature courses should concentrate upon ideas and styles in their cultural context rather than upon the development of skills. Philosophy courses should in their manner and subject matter clearly make for an understanding of and appreciation for philosophy as a distinct mode of inquiry.

Fine Arts: 0-8

Literature: 0-8

*Registration requires permission of instructor.

Philosophy: 0-8

Courses should introduce the student to the concepts and skills of the language arts by emphasizing the practice of effective written and oral communication. Courses in foreign language should emphasize the acquisition of such communicative skills as speaking, reading, and writing a foreign language while introducing students to a foreign culture and its thought.

College Writing: 9

Speech and Writing: 0-12

The first course in the speech and writing area must be selected from speech courses.

Foreign Language: 0-12

12 credits of elementary (1 quarter of Introduction and 2 quarters of elementary) or 8 credits of intermediate (2 quarters each).

All B.A. students are required to complete a foreign language sequence of:

• 12 quarter hours
• or 8 quarter hours at the intermediate level

Courses in mathematics should emphasize mathematical thought and practice and the relationship of mathematics to other disciplines. Courses in science should emphasize methods of measurement and discovery and should help the student to understand through theory and practice how hypotheses are developed, tested, and applied. (A minimum of 8 quarter hours must be taken from one course sequence in a laboratory science area.)

Transfer Students:

All students are required to complete a two-course sequence of a laboratory science except transfer students from accredited institutions who have completed:

• Two different laboratory sciences before entering WWU.
• One laboratory science that is not offered at WWU. In this case, the completion of any additional laboratory science will fulfill the requirement.

Mathematics: 4-8

Natural Science: 8-12*

*Eight hours must be taken from one course sequence.

**Only two hours will apply toward the natural science requirement; the other two hours will apply to social science.

Courses in religion and theology should emphasize the understanding and application of Biblical knowledge, foster continued spiritual growth, and help the student develop a personal religious philosophy and prepare for active witnessing.

A minimum of one lower-division course (courses numbered from 100 to 299) must be completed before registering for any upper-division courses (courses numbered 300 and above).

A minimum of six credits must be upper-division.

A minimum of six credits must be from biblical studies (courses with the RELB prefix).

Students, except for engineering and nursing majors, who are seeking a baccalaureate degree must complete one of the following courses:

Requirements for students transferring credit from non-Seventh-day Adventist, regionally accredited institutions:

Students transferring 45-89 credits from non-Seventh-day Adventist, regionally accredited colleges/universities must complete 12 credits of religion/theology at a regionally accredited SDA college/university. A minimum of 3 credits must be in biblical studies (RELB), a minimum of 3 credits must be upper-division, and one of the following courses must be completed: RELT 110, RELT 202, RELT 417, or RELH 457.

Students transferring 90-135 credits from non-Seventh-day Adventist, regionally accredited colleges/universities must complete 10 credits of religion/theology at a regionally accredited SDA college/university. A minimum of 3 credits must be from biblical studies (RELB), a minimum of 3 credits must be upper-division, and one of the following courses must be completed: RELT 110, RELT 202, RELT 417, or RELH 457.

Students transferring more than 135 credits from non-Seventh-day Adventist, regionally accredited colleges/universities must complete 8 credits of religion/theology at a regionally accredited SDA college/university. A minimum of 3 credits must be from biblical studies (RELB), a minimum of 3 credits must be upper-division, and one of the following courses must be completed: RELT 110, RELT 202, RELT 417, or RELH 457.

Biblical Studies: 6-20

Religion or Theology: 0-14

General Studies Requirements for Students Who Have Earned a Previous Baccalaureate Degree at an Accredited College or University:

1. If the student has a degree from WWU:

a. The student must meet all general studies bulletin requirements for a second degree.

b. The student must complete an additional 45 credits to reach a minimum total of 237 credits (245 credits if one of the degrees is engineering).

c. A minor is not required.

2. If the student has a degree from an accredited institution other than WWU, the student must meet the general studies requirements as listed below.

a. One physical education activity course (1 credit minimum).

b. One general studies history course (4 credits minimum).

c. One of the required general studies social science courses (4 credits minimum).

d. Two general studies humanities courses (8 credits minimum).

e. Students from a university/college with non-English instruction must successfully complete an English competency exam administered by the English department or have taken courses equivalent to the College Writing sequence, regardless of the courses on their transcript.

f. One general studies mathematics course (4 credits minimum).

g. Two general studies lab science courses (8 credits minimum).

h. Bulletin requirements for general studies religion credits for transfer students.

Honors General Studies Program

The Honors General Studies Program offers a group of interdisciplinary courses stressing independent research, writing, and discussion.

This program is a separate track of general studies and not a major or a minor in itself. Honors core courses have a flavor distinctly different from the regular general studies courses because they use primary source material more extensively than textbooks to enhance the development of independent thinking. Honors core courses follow an interdisciplinary approach that stresses the unity of knowledge. The classes are more personalized and typically smaller than other general studies classes. Some courses are team taught.

Students in the Honors Program are awarded an annual scholarship dependent on successful completion of specific courses and a minimum GPA. See the Honors Program Director for specific details and scholarship amounts. At graduation, students who complete the Honors Program requirements with at least a 3.25 cumulative GPA and a 3.0 GPA in honors core courses and honors core cognates, will be designated as "Honors General Studies Graduates."

Admission Requirements. The Honors Admissions Committee considers high school G.P.A., standardized test scores, an essay submitted by the student as part of the application, and on occasion, personal interviews with applicants and recommendations from teachers. It is advantageous for applicants to have completed Advanced Placement or International Baccalaureate course work and other enriched offerings in high school. Students already enrolled in the University may apply to the program or petition the Honors Program director to enroll in a specific Honors course.

Program Requirements. Students whose grades fall below a cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 or an Honors core/cognate G.P.A. of 2.75 for two consecutive quarters will be dropped from the program. Honors students must complete the honors core courses and a selection of other general studies courses as listed below.

Honors General Studies Requirements

For B.A.: Honors core, honors core cognates, a foreign language (12 credits of elementary or 8 credits of intermediate), and additional honors electives to total 80 hours.

For B.B.A., B.S., and B.S.W.: Honors core, honors core cognates, and additional honors electives to total 68 hours.

For B.S.E., B.Mus. (Music Education): Honors core, honors core cognates.

For B.Mus. (Performance): Honors core, honors core cognates, FREN 101, 102, 103, or GRMN 101, 102, 103.

Core Requirements:

Honors Core Cognates:

*All Honors students are required to take HONR 141, 142. Honors students who have achieved a 3 on the AP Language and Composition Exam will be awarded 3 hours of elective credit (ENGL 121). Honors students who have achieved a 4 or 5 on the AP Language and Composition Exam will be awarded 6 hours of elective credit (ENGL 121, ENGL 122). Honors students who have achieved a 4 or 5 on the AP Literature and Composition Exam will be awarded 3 hours of elective credit (ENGL 121). Honors students who have obtained credit for the equivalent of ENGL 121 and/or ENGL 122 will be awarded 3-6 hours of elective credit. Honors students who have obtained credit for the equivalent ENGL 223 may, by submitting an acceptable portfolio of work from their course, waive the requirement of HONR 243, Honors Research Writing.

Honors Electives for B.A., B.B.A., B.S., and B.S.W. Degrees:

Choose additional courses from the following list. Courses that are part of the student's major or minor do not apply to this category.

HONORS COURSES (HONR)

HONR 131, 132, 133 and HONR 141, 142, 243 are prerequisite to all upper-division honors courses.

The Honors Program requires the completion of HONR 141, 142, and 243. ENGL 121, 122, 223, 323, AP credit, IB credit, or CLEP credit may not be substituted. Students transferring into the Honors Program from other institutions will be asked to provide a portfolio of writing assignments and may be asked to fulfill an Honors Directed Writing requirement in preparation for Honors Research Writing.

HONR 131, 132, 133 WESTERN THOUGHT 4, 4, 4

Integration of Western history and literature with added emphasis on philosophical concepts and their relationships to events. Completion of all three quarters satisfies 8 hours of general studies history and 4 hours of literature; completion of 8 hours satisfies 4 hours of history and 4 hours of literature; completion of 4 hours satisfies 4 hours of general studies humanities. HONR 131 is a prerequisite to HONR 132 and HONR 133.

HONR 141 HONORS WRITING I 3

Emphasizes scholarly methods of reading and writing about texts. (Course fees apply.)

HONR 142 HONORS WRITING II 3

Presents exercises in style, in the practice of prose, and the refinement of voice and clarity in writing. Assignments focus on methods of holding to a subject, hearing language, and practicing the traditional rhetorical forms. The course concludes with an approved proposal and research plan for the papers to be written in HONR 243. Prerequisite: HONR 141. (Course fees apply.)

HONR 143 DIRECTED HONORS WRITING 1-2; 2

Provides additional practice in scholarly methods of reading and writing about texts. Permission of instructor required.

HONR 243 HONORS RESEARCH WRITING 3

A study of library resources, information-gathering techniques, and research writing, including ethics and style expected in the academic community. Includes a major documented research paper that incorporates arguments, texts, and strategies studied in HONR 141 and 142. Public presentation of the final papers is required. Prerequisite: HONR 141, 142. (Course fees apply.)

HONR 281 THE BIBLE AND ITS ENVIRONMENTS 4

Study of selected biblical themes in light of the text and its contemporary culture and thought. This course satisfies four hours of RELB general studies religion credit.

HONR 310, 311 SCIENCE AND THE ARTS 4, 4

Study of science in its historical context and its relationship to the humanities. Laboratory included. Completion of both quarters satisfies 4 hours laboratory science and 4 hours humanities (fine arts); completion of one quarter satisfies 4 hours laboratory science or 4 hours humanities (fine arts). Prerequisites: HONR 131, 132, 133; math and lab science cognates.

HONR 348 TOPICS IN WORLD RELIGIOUS THOUGHT 4

Examines various religious and philosophical ideas developed outside the Western tradition. Topics determined by instructors. Applies to the general studies religion requirement.

HONR 349 RELIGION IN A SOCIAL CONTEXT 4

Study of religion in its social setting, including the nature and role of religious symbol systems, the importance of religion in the creation of social values, the function of religion in social change, and the institutionalization of religion. Includes case studies from the history of Christianity and the history of Seventh-day Adventism. Satisfies 4 hours of general studies social science or 4 hours religion.

HONR 394 HONORS DIRECTED READING: 1-2; 3

Independent reading for students who wish to continue broadening their interdisciplinary course work by intensive reading; admission by Honors Program director approval. Prerequisites: HONR 132 or HONR 133 and HONR 243.

HONR 496, 497, 498 HONORS SEMINAR: FAITH AND LEARNING 1, 1, 1

This course seeks to integrate learning and religious faith. Students present formal papers based on reading, research, and dialogue with faculty. Must be taken in sequence. Applies to the general studies religion requirement. Prerequisite: Completion of 32 hours of HONR classes or senior standing.

Associate Degree Requirements

The two-year associate degree programs are intended to provide accredited technological and occupational preparation for students desiring to graduate with marketable skills while experiencing the full benefits of a residential Christian college.

Candidates are expected to be fully informed concerning degree requirements and are responsible for their fulfillment. Students shall have the option of meeting degree requirements as published in the bulletin at the time of initial registration or any bulletin published while in regular attendance. Those missing regular attendance for one full school year (except for Student Missionaries and Task Force workers) must meet the requirements of the current bulletin upon resuming attendance.

Graduation Requirements for the Associate Degree

All candidates for the associate degree must complete the following residence and general requirements:

Residency Requirements:

A minimum of 24 quarter hours. The last two quarters must be completed in residence, including a minimum of 9 quarter hours earned in the concentration.

General Requirements:

1. A minimum of 96 quarter hours must be completed.

2. A cumulative grade-point average of 2.00 (C) is required. A grade lower than C- will not apply toward the concentration.

3. The associate degree concentration as outlined under the respective departments of instruction of this bulletin must be completed.

4. The general studies requirements as outlined below must be completed. For a listing of the courses which may apply to the requirements, see Specific Courses for General Studies section of this Bulletin.

5. A course may fulfill requirements for one or more concentrations but credit will apply to only one concentration.

6. Students must have all transcripts for correspondence and transfer credit on file in the Academic Records Office two weeks prior to graduation. All correspondence work must be completed prior to the beginning of the last quarter in residence.

7. Degree candidates must file a formal application (Senior Outline) for a degree showing the proposed schedule of courses for the senior year with the Registrar not later than one week after the beginning of the first quarter of the senior year. Appropriate forms may be obtained from the Academic Records Office. Students are not considered candidates for degrees and are not eligible for senior class membership until officially notified by the Registrar that their senior outlines have been approved.

General Studies Requirements for the Associate Degree:

Select a minimum of 32 quarter hours from the following areas:

Course Numbering

The course numbering sequence is designed to reflect in varying degrees a progression in course content, level of approach, and breadth of coverage. The course description further delineates specific course content progression. This information provided by the course number, prefix, and description should serve as a general guide to students in selecting courses compatible with their background and ability.

In general, the following guidelines have been used in course numbering:

The first numeral indicates academic level of the course:

001-100 Remedial and Experiential courses (credits do not apply toward graduation, but do apply to financial aid minimums.)

101-199 Courses normally taken during the freshman year

200-299 Courses normally taken during the sophomore year

300-399 Courses normally taken during the junior year

400-499 Courses normally taken during the senior year

Courses in which the third numeral is 1, 2, or 3, must be taken in sequence. In sequences the earlier courses are prerequisites to the later courses and must be successfully completed prior to enrolling in a subsequent course.

The credit indicated in connection with a course is the "quarter hour," and one quarter hour represents one recitation period per week for one quarter or three clock hours of laboratory work.

The University will make every effort consistently to offer all courses at appropriate intervals. It does reserve the right, however, to alter the sequences or drop courses if unforeseen circumstances in class enrollments or teacher staffing so dictate. The Class Schedule should be consulted for personal planning of course loads and schedules.

The University reserves the right to withdraw temporarily any course which does not have an adequate enrollment. A course may not be offered for fewer than six students except for seniors or graduate students.

Some courses specify that they are offered odd or even years only. A school year (Fall to Summer) is designated "odd" or "even" by the beginning year of Fall Quarter.

UNIFORM COURSE NUMBERS

By general agreement certain course numbers are reserved for classes that are of such a general nature as to be found in many departments. The prefix assigned to the number designates the discipline. The following are courses that carry uniform numbers throughout this bulletin:

001-100 REMEDIAL COURSES 1-4

Courses for students needing to improve basic skills in preparation for university-level work. Credit will not apply toward graduation, but will apply to financial aid minimums and for deferment of educational loans.

100 EXPERIENTIAL PROGRAM 6; 18

Program with qualified supervision and structured experience including Christian Service Volunteer, Task Force and Cooperative Education. Credit will not apply toward graduation or class level requirements, but will apply for deferment of educational loans. Graded S or NC.

198, 398 TRANSFER CREDITS

Numbering used for the articulation of lower and upper division transfer courses that do not have a WWU equivalent, but can be used to meet general studies requirements. These numbers will be used only within the Academic Records Office.

199, 399 TRANSFER CREDITS

Numbering used for the articulation of lower and upper division transfer courses that do not have a WWU equivalent, but can be used as electives in the major or minor. These numbers will be used only within the Academic Records Office.

200; 400 TOPICS 1-5; 10

Courses in specialized or experimental areas on either the lower division or advanced level. These courses are conducted through regular class activities and are approved by the Curriculum Committee as a one-time offering. See the Class Schedule for all approved topics courses.

259; 459 SUPPLEMENTAL STUDIES 1-3; 3

Previous course work supplemented when portions of a course required in the student's program have been omitted. Ordinarily supplementation will occur only with transfer students or within a program that has undergone a major curriculum change. A study proposal is to be outlined in consultation with the instructor of the course being supplemented and approved by the department and the Academic Standards Committee. May not be substituted for existing courses.

274; 474 WORKSHOPS/STUDY TOURS 1-4

Short-term, concentrated experiences which require a minimum of out-of-class assignments and are usually conducted in large blocks of time. See the class schedule for all approved workshop/study tour courses.

280; 370; 490 DIRECTED FIELD WORK/PRACTICUM/ EXPERIENCE 2-16

392 GENERAL SECONDARY METHODS COURSE (See Education) 2

394 DIRECTED READING 1-3

Independent reading for students who wish to broaden their knowledge in a particular discipline.

395; 396 DEPARTMENTAL METHODS COURSES 3

469 ADVANCED STUDY 1-3; 3

Advanced directed study by which students may enhance the major or minor in breadth or depth in topics not covered by the department curriculum. The study proposal must be approved by the department faculty and the Academic Standards Committee and should indicate the methods of evaluation. May not be substituted for existing courses in the major or minor.

478 APPLIED RESEARCH 1-3; 4

Student will work with a departmental adviser on research activities such as literature search, preliminary experiments, data collection, data transcription, or data analysis. Graded S/NC.

479 DIRECTED RESEARCH/PROJECT 1-3; 6

Individual research, and/or laboratory work, or technical project in the major. (Some departments may allow this course on the minor.) A project proposal is required to define the scope of the work and the method of reporting. Requires permission of the department faculty with a copy of the proposal sent to the Registrar in the Academic Records office. See individual departments for specific course description.

494 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION 0-12; 12

Practical experience in the major in an off-campus setting. Departmental approval required. See individual departments for specific course description.

495 COLLOQUIUM 0

Series of lectures, programs, discussions or other activities designed to explore specific issues in a given field of study. For each quarter that a student fails to complete the colloquium requirement as stated for the major, there will be a fee to be paid before an alternative colloquium will be approved. Graded S or NC.

496; 497; 498 SEMINAR 1-4