Southwestern University
2001-2002 Catalog
Southwestern University: A Statement
The Academic Program
Degree Requirements
Academic Regulations
Course Descriptions
Brown College of Arts & Sciences
Biology
Chemistry
Classics
Communication
Economics & Business
Education
English
History
Kinesiology
Math & Computer Science
Modern Languages & Literatures
Physics
Political Science
Psychology
Religion & Philosophy
Sociology & Anthropology
Sarofim School of Fine Arts
Art
Music
Theatre
Interdisciplinary Programs
Special Academic Programs
Admission & Financial Aid
Student Life
Cultural Activities
History & Governance
Endowments & Scholarships
University Directory
Board & Officers
Faculty
Administration
STUDENT LIFE
PHILOSOPHY OF STUDENT AFFAIRS
Since the aims of Southwestern University include more than a simple
gathering of information by students, the quality of student life on campus
becomes a very important portion of the educational process. The University
attempts to involve students not only in inquiry and scholarship of the highest
quality, but in the process of finding a sense of lifelong personal and social
direction, in developing the ability to communicate effectively, in learning to
think clearly, and to make discriminating judgments. These aims require a
fertile community life in which students encounter each other and the faculty in
informal but creative ways. More time is spent out of the classroom than in; it
is in these times that students integrate their formal learning into their
personal orientations and value systems. The organizations and activities in
which students engage provide the matrix for much of this development.
Student Affairs adopted the following mission statement in 1992-93:
Student Affairs promotes the mission of Southwestern University by
implementing programs and delivering services that provide values-centered
education of the whole person. These programs and services facilitate
students’ development of social competencies, career options, personal
wellness, and appreciation for societal interdependence. Student Affairs fosters
a challenging, secure environment in which the uniqueness of each individual is
respected and celebrated.
STUDENT GOVERNMENT AND ORGANIZATIONS
Student Government
One benefit of University life is the opportunity for students to participate
in their own governance. This opportunity comes through participation in the
Southwestern Student Congress, the Student Judiciary, the University Program
Council, and other college-wide committees. The Student Congress is a group of
elected representatives; it sponsors monthly Town Meetings to inform all
students of Southwestern University issues and provides a forum for concerns and
opinions. The Student Judiciary is composed exclusively of students and hears
all cases involving Honor Code violations. The University Program Council is
responsible for community programming. In addition, students have the unique
opportunity to participate with faculty and administrators in the major
governing councils of the University and on standing and ad hoc committees. The
men’s Interfraternity Council is a governing and legislative body for the
three fraternities on campus. IFC works for the improvement of the fraternity
system at SU. The women’s Panhellenic Council provides programming on
women’s issues and compiles standards that govern rushing, pledging and
initiating for sororities.
Student Organizations
DEPARTMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS
Alpha Kappa Psi is a national professional
fraternity for students in the field of business.
American Chemical Society
(SU student affiliates) promotes awareness of chemistry in the general public
and provides professional guidance to chemistry students.
Art Association
promotes interest in visual and other arts, unifies art students and supports
the Art Department.
The Asia Club promotes a student-wide interest and
appreciation for East and Southeast Asia cultures.
Association for Computing
Machinery promotes greater interest in the science, design, development,
construction, languages, management and applications of modern computing.
Delta Omicron is an international professional fraternity for students in
the field of music.
The German Club promotes an appreciation of the German
language and culture in the community.
The Kinesiology Club promotes student
interest in kinesiology by providing leadership, programs, and service.
Mask and Wig is the Southwestern University drama society.
Mathematical Association of America fosters interest and scholarship in
mathematics.
O.A.S.I.S. is the Organization for the Advancement of Students
in Sociology. It is composed of students and faculty who are interested in the
fields of sociology and anthropology.
Olé, The Spanish Club, creates
opportunities for students interested in Spanish culture and language to take
part in related activities.
Phi Alpha Theta promotes the study of history
through the encouragement of research, good teaching, publication, and the
exchange of learning and ideas among historians.
Political Science Society
is composed of students and faculty who are interested in the field of political
science.
Prelaw Society is an association of those students considering law
as a career and planning to attend law school upon graduation.
Southwestern
Science Society promotes interest and high scholarship in all branches of pure
and applied science.
The Southwestern University Chamber Orchestra is open
to all students as well as faculty and townspeople. It presents major concerts
on campus.
The Southwestern University Chorale is the major concert choir
which tours the state each spring and is open to all students through audition.
The Southwestern University Jazz Ensemble performs pop and jazz.
The
Southwestern University Singers, a mixed choral group, is open to all students
without audition.
The Southwestern University Wind Ensemble is a concert
and touring ensemble open to all students.
Stage Band provides experience
in pop and jazz music.
SCHOLASTIC AND HONORARY ORGANIZATIONS
Alpha
Chi is a national undergraduate scholarship society. Members are elected from
among the top 10 percent of the junior and senior classes.
Alpha Psi Omega
is a national dramatic honorary fraternity.
Beta Beta Beta is an honor and
professional society for students of the biological sciences.
Cardinal Key
is a national honorary leadership sorority for men and women.
Kappa Delta
Pi is an international honor society in education.
Phi Alpha Theta is an
international history honor society.
Phi Beta Kappa is a national
scholastic honor society that recognizes high scholarly achievement in the
liberal arts and sciences.
Pi Delta Phi, the national French honor society,
is open to all persons who meet the academic requirements of the society.
Pi Sigma Alpha is the national political science honor society.
Psi
Chi is the national honorary psychology fraternity.
Sigma Delta Pi is the
national Spanish honor society.
Sigma Tau Delta is a national English honor
society.
GREEK ORGANIZATIONS
Sororities
The Alpha Delta
Pi national sorority was established on the Southwestern campus in 1907.
The Alpha Xi Delta national sorority was established on the Southwestern
campus in 1991.
The Delta Delta Delta national sorority was established on
the Southwestern campus in 1911.
The Zeta Tau Alpha national sorority was
established on the Southwestern campus in 1906.
Fraternities
The
Kappa Sigma national fraternity was established on the Southwestern campus in
1886.
The Phi Delta Theta national fraternity was established on the
Southwestern campus in 1886.
The Pi Kappa Alpha national fraternity was
established on the Southwestern campus in 1919.
SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS
AND ORGANIZATIONS
The following is a representative list of interest groups
and organizations:
Allies provides support for lesbian, gay, and bisexual
members of the community.
Alpha Phi Omega national service fraternity
promotes volunteerism on campus and in the community.
A.M. Levy Jewish
Student Association promotes identity and fellowship among Jewish
students.
Baptist Student Ministries promotes fellowship among Baptist
students.
Big Brothers Big Sisters at SU is a mentoring program helping
boys and girls in Central Texas.
Bridge Builders promotes to improve
cultural awareness and respect for diversity on the Southwestern University
campus through peer diversity education.
Canterbury of SU promotes to
create a place for worship, fellowship, and service according to the Episcopal
church.
Catholic Student Association sponsors faith study and mass on
campus.
Centerstage Dance provides opportunities to experience various
forms of social dance through lessons, dances, and outings.
Cheerleaders
support Southwestern athletic teams and encourage fan participation.
Climbers Guild of SU fosters student interest and participation in rock
climbing activities by providing programs and services that will assist
interested students in developing risk taking and leadership skills.
College Republicans is a national organization of college students
interested in the active support of and campaigning for the party’s
national, state, and local candidates.
Cross Training promotes an
non-denominational Christian student fellowship.
Destination Service
involves students in hands-on experiences in service to others through building
and renovating projects over Spring Break.
Ebony is designed for students
interested in African-American awareness.
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
presents the challenge and adventure of receiving Jesus Christ as Savior and
Lord.
Feminist Voices is an organization of students which supports the
discussion of contemporary issues in an atmosphere of open communication
involving all interested members of the campus community.
Gender Awareness
Center facilitates better understanding between genders while focusing on issues
such as the changing dynamics of society.
Great Films Guild sponsors
avante-garde, foreign, and historically significant films for campus viewing and
discussion.
G.I.V.E. refers SU students interested in volunteering in the
Georgetown community.
International Club provides a basis for the unity of
present international students on campus.
Kappa Upsilon Chi provides a
source of fellowship to Christian men who sincerely seek to know Jesus Christ
through the unity of brotherhood.
The Korouva Milkbar is the student-run
coffee house, which provides conversation, music, and readings.
Latinos
Unidos is an organization designed to provide an understanding of Hispanic
culture and experiences and to share these experiences with the University
community.
Lutherans at SU supports and develops the faith life of Lutheran
students through participation in opportunities for Christian worship.
Model
United Nations Organization helps to further the understanding and interaction
of students with international organizations.
Officials Association serves
Intramural and Recreational Activities to promote better officiating during
intramural events.
Operation Achievement is a tutor-mentor program in which
SU students provide aid to Georgetown junior high school students.
Sexual
Orientation Awareness League (SOAL) offers support and a safe environment to
students who have chosen the gay/lesbian lifestyle or who are struggling with
sexual choice.
SHARP (Students Helping the Admissions Recruitment Program)
is an organization sponsored by the Admissions Office.
Sigma Phi Lambda
provides a source of fellowship to Christian women who sincerely seek to know
Jesus Christ through the unity of sisterhood.
Sign of the Times increases
awareness of the deaf culture and sign language education among students.
Southwestern Business Student Association provides exposure to the latest
ideas and principles in the business community and provides members the tools,
knowledge, and leadership opportunities needed to obtain and excel in their
first jobs after college.
Southwestern Lacrosse Club competes against other
universities in Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana.
Student Association of Disc
Sports fosters student interest and participation in disc sport activities.
Student Foundation is a selected group of students who are dedicated to the
advancement of Southwestern University through involvement in student
recruitment, alumni activities, and public relations.
SU Chess Club helps
to improve and preserve the chess playing abilities of students on
campus.
SU Drum Corps demonstrates and promotes pride for SU through playing
percussion.
SU Handball Club provides opportunities to practice and compete
in handball.
SU Independent Filmmakers fosters a student interest and
participation in filmmaking activities.
SU Magna Corps provides a place for
discussion about the universal themes presented in many Anime films.
SU
NORML educates SU and the community about cannabis and the laws surrounding its
prohibition.
SU Philosophical Discussion Group promotes philosophic inquiry
across all academic disciplines.
SU Recreational Gymnastix Club offers an
opportunity to further or begin gymnastic abilities and strength.
SU Water
Polo Club provides the opportunity to develop skills, practice, and compete in
the sport of water polo.
United Methodist Student Movement provides
fellowship among all students.
Upward Bound at SU tutors and prepares local
first-generation college-bound high school students for post-secondary
education.
Women’s Fast Pitch Softball promotes physical awareness for
women on the SU campus and gives an additional option to women to compete in
collegiate athletics.
Young Democrats educate the campus on important
issues and encourage participation in the political process.
STUDENT
MEDIA
The Megaphone is a student weekly newspaper which seeks to present
announcements of coming events, report the news of happenings in the different
phases of University activity, furnish students and teachers a democratic medium
of expression on University problems, and provide students with an opportunity
to express their writing talent.
The Sou’wester is the Southwestern
University yearbook. It is a pictorial record of the college year including
extracurricular and academic pursuits.
The Southwestern Literary Magazine
provides a vehicle for the ideas, opinions, and creative efforts of the total
University community.
ATHLETIC AND RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES
The University provides comprehensive and meaningful opportunities for
students at all levels of skill and physical ability. Sports and recreational
facilities on campus include an indoor swimming pool; racquetball courts; tennis
courts; outdoor volleyball court; indoor track; gymnasium floors; exercise and
weight rooms; soccer, softball and lacrosse fields; a golf course; and games and
media rooms in the student center. Students will find sports, recreation, and
wellness activities available in four areas at Southwestern: intercollegiate
athletics, club sports, intramurals, and wellness/leisure departments.
Intercollegiate Athletics
Southwestern University competes nationally as an intercollegiate program
without athletic scholarships in the National Collegiate Athletic Association
(NCAA) Division III. Conference affiliation is the Southern Collegiate Athletic
Conference (SCAC), which includes Centre College (Danville, Ky.), DePauw
University (Greencastle, Ind.), Hendrix College (Conway, Ark.), Millsaps College
(Jackson, Miss.), Oglethorpe University (Atlanta, Ga.), Rhodes College (Memphis,
Tenn.), Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology (Terre Haute, Ind.), Trinity
University (San Antonio, Texas), and the University of the South (Sewanee,
Tenn.). Competition includes basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, swimming
and diving, and tennis for men and women, as well as volleyball for women and
baseball for men. The faculty is responsible for ensuring that athletic policy
meets the academic standards of the University, especially with regard to
eligibility and scheduling in conformity to the University calendar.
Sports Clubs
Sports clubs are organizations that are formed, developed and self-governed
by interested students. A club sport may be competitive or recreational.
Competitive club sports concentrate on extramural competition with club teams
from other colleges and universities and with club teams from the area.
Recreational club sports concentrate on participation on campus and may be
oriented toward instruction and socialization around the activity. Club sports
teams have been established in disc sports, fast pitch softball, handball,
lacrosse, rock climbing, and water polo.
Intramural and Recreational Activities
Intramural and Recreational Activities provide the University community with
opportunities for physical, social and educational development through
participation in intramural, fitness and outdoor recreational activities.
Intramurals provide competition on organized teams and individual sports at
various skill levels. More than 20 leagues, tournaments and special events are
offered annually with opportunities to compete in men’s, women’s and
coed divisions of play. The Lifeline Fitness Program motivates participants to
achieve their own self-paced fitness goals. Fitness for life is emphasized in
this program that rewards participants who reach their fitness goals during each
semester. The Outdoor Recreation Program assists individuals to explore the
outdoor recreation resources of Central Texas’ Hill Country. Students,
º resources (e.g. nearby campgrounds) and/or register for trips to
participate in activities such as canoeing, backpacking, horseback riding, and
sailing.
Wellness and Leisure Activities
Throughout the academic year and during the summer, the Wellness and
Activities Program offers “user-fee” classes that bring physical
activity classes and wellness related opportunities to students, faculty, and
staff. Personal trainers and massage therapists are available to be contracted
for services. Exercise machines and specific strength and flexibility stations
are available during building operational hours on the corners of the indoor
track.
The Corbin J. Robertson Center contains spaces for drop-in
recreational activities both active and sedentary. Available facilities include:
weight room, indoor track with cardiovascular exercise machines,
racquetball/handball courts (3), indoor pool, and two gymnasium floors.
Departments that are housed in the Robertson Center that program and offer
wellness-related events and activities throughout the year are: Counseling,
Health Services, Intramurals and Recreational Activities, and Athletics. The
Robertson Center is open approximately 16 hours a day on Monday through Friday
and eight hours a day on Saturday and Sunday. Equipment is available free of
charge to Southwestern I.D. holders.
GENERAL REGULATIONS
General Conduct
Enrollment in Southwestern University is considered an implicit declaration
of acceptance on the part of the students of University regulations as outlined
in the most recent issues of the Catalog and Student Handbook. The
Student Handbook is published once each year and made available to
students at the time of registration or through the Dean of Students’
Office. Responsible citizenship among college students includes honesty and
integrity in class work, regard for the rights of others, respect for local,
state, and national laws, and for campus regulations. Specific regulations
concerning the rights and responsibilities of students at Southwestern are
contained in the Student Handbook, and students are expected to become
thoroughly familiar with these regulations.
The Honor Code
When students enter Southwestern University, they agree to support the
academic honor system, which dates back to the beginning of the 20th century.
The students established the honor system and assume responsibility for
honorable conduct in all academic work including tests and examinations.
Students are on their honor to do their own work and to report other students
who violate this commitment.
Students write the following pledge on all
examinations: “I have neither given nor received aid on this examination,
nor have I seen anyone else do so.”
Motor Vehicle Regulations
Students who operate motor vehicles on campus are required to register their
vehicles and comply with the currently approved and published traffic and
parking regulations. Vehicle registration forms are available at housing
sign-ups, and in the University Police Office.
Residential Living
Residence halls are a vital part of the total Southwestern campus community
and are intended to complement the educational purposes of the University by
providing an atmosphere conducive to meeting academic, social, and personal
needs of students.
Students who have had less than two full semesters in
college are required to live on campus. Students living in traditional residence
halls are required to participate in the board plans provided by the University
Food Service. Students who have completed at least two full semesters are not
subject to a residential requirement; however, most sophomores, juniors and
seniors choose to live on campus. Should upperclass housing not be available,
the University has no obligation to provide it.
The Residence Life staff is
responsible for the physical and educational program of the halls, which
includes program development to enhance the growth of students, advising of
students, counseling and referral, supervision of the student staff and
administrative tasks.
Residence hall reservations are made by filling out a
housing application. A check in the amount of $500 (partial tuition prepayment
of $250 and a one-time housing deposit of $250), payable to Southwestern
University, must accompany the housing application. The application and check
may be sent to the Office of Admission. Upperclass students wishing to live on
campus reserve a space during the annual spring room sign-up period which
usually occurs in April.
The University assumes no responsibility for the
loss of property belonging to students in any building owned by the University,
whether the loss is the result of fire, theft, flood, or an unknown cause.
Students are strongly urged to obtain personal property insurance.
Information concerning room and board rates, payment plans, and refund
policies may be found in the Financial Information section.
RELIGIOUS LIFE
Believing that the education of students is incomplete without an
understanding of their own religious heritage and that of their neighbors, the
University requires all students to meet certain curriculum requirements in the
study of religion. It is also believed that students mature in their religious
life only as they participate in those rites of worship and service which are a
part of their faith. Students are encouraged to become involved in organizations
related to their religious interests. In addition, the University Chaplain is
available to offer counsel, information or referral to students seeking
spiritual support and to those interested in learning more about opportunities
for involvement in religious activities at Southwestern University. Voluntary
mid-week chapel services are held weekly during the school year in Lois Perkins
Chapel under the direction of the University Chaplain.
The Office of
Religious Life sponsors Bible study, faith discussions, seminars, Interfaith
Dialogue, and the annual Destination: Service alternate Spring Break.
DIVERSITY EDUCATION
The Office of Student Activities coordinates and provides diversity
outreach/awareness programs which promote understanding among the campus
community. The University is committed to encouraging awareness and respect for
diversity on the Southwestern campus. Diversity education includes working with
students of differing races, ethnicities, religions, national origins, and
sexual orientations. By providing a variety of programs and workshops, the
University hopes to facilitate dialogue between students from different social
and cultural backgrounds. This is accomplished by providing students with a
proactive educational experience which promotes open discussion of social
justice issues.
HEALTH SERVICES
Health Services provides care and education designed to help each student
learn to develop responsibility for creating a healthy lifestyle. The
relationship between mind-body-spirit and wellness is emphasized in a variety of
campus-wide or small group programs, as well as in the student’s
individual visits to Health Services. Many pamphlets, books, videos and tapes on
health and wellness issues are available through Health Services as well.
The Director of Health Services is available Monday through Friday to
provide initial assessment and treatment for illnesses, accidents and minor
emergencies. T.B. skin tests, mono tests, strep tests, immunizations, and
pregnancy tests also are available through Health Services. Counsel is given to
students on appropriate medical self-care for health concerns or a referral is
made to appropriate medical resources in the community if necessary.
During
daily drop-in hours, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., students can be seen without an appointment.
Physician services are limited and by appointment only at extension 1555. All
services on campus are free of charge to Southwestern University students. On
evenings and weekends, students are encouraged to receive medical assistance
from local physicians or Georgetown Hospital.
A group hospitalization
policy is made available by the University in cooperation with a national
insurance company. Information may be obtained through Health Services. Each
student is responsible for maintaining his or her complete health care and
insurance coverage whether through family, personal means or pursuit of health
insurance made available through the University. Students also are responsible
for completion of the required immunizations and the Student Health Form on
admission to the University.
COUNSELING SERVICES
Counseling Services provides students with free, confidential counseling
regarding personal issues. Students use counseling to discuss issues such as
adjustment to college, relationships, procrastination, depression, motivation,
sexuality and concerns with eating or body image. In addition to providing
individual counseling, Counseling Services offers group, couples, and family
counseling. Students who would benefit from seeing an off-campus mental health
professional are provided with referrals. Counseling Services frequently makes
presentations to student groups on a wide variety of mental health issues.
The counselors hold PhDs in Counseling Psychology.
CAREER SERVICES
Students are encouraged to begin visiting Career Services during their first
year at SU. Students who work with Career Services all four years gain a better
understanding of the career search process and are more successful at
transitioning from college to the world of work or to an advanced degree
program. A variety of services and resources are provided by Career Services,
from one-on-one career counseling to a Resource Center housing over 350
career-related books, as well as hundreds of internship and full-time job
listings.
Career Services sponsors a wide variety of programs and workshops
to help students in all areas of career planning, from choosing a major to job
search techniques. Programs are offered regularly on resume writing,
interviewing skills, salary success strategies, proper dining etiquette, and
getting the most from a job fair. Career Services provides some information in
classes and to student organizations upon request. Students may meet
individually with a career counselor for assistance with assessment inventories
in discerning interests, values and skills as they relate to majors. Jobline, a
voice mail summary of the latest internships, summer jobs and part-time jobs
available, is provided on a weekly basis during the school year. Career Services
also sponsors employer information sessions, hosts recruiters interviewing SU
candidates, and publicizes job fairs across Texas.
The Career Services
Internship Coordinator assists students interested in academic and non-academic
internships. Internship Orientations are provided every semester and internship
information is widely available in the Career Services Resource Center,
including the Student Guide for Academic Internships. Career Services
works closely with faculty to ensure students are aware of opportunities and
responsibilities involved in academic internships and works with employers to
enhance future internship opportunities for students.
Career Services posts
a schedule of programs, job fairs, and career-related links on its web site,
which is updated regularly. Also web-based and linked to their site is a
state-of-the-art electronic resume referral and job listing system that connects
SU candidates with national employers and employment opportunities.
UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
The Southwestern University Police Department provides year-round, 24-hour
uniformed patrol and security duty in marked vehicles on campus property and
throughout campus buildings. Patrol procedures also include regular walking
assignments for areas of campus not accessible to vehicles, providing on-campus
escorts and extra patrol requests. They also present special crime awareness
programs to the community throughout the year.
All University Police
officers are licensed and certified by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
Officers’ Standards and Education as meeting the training requirements of
the State of Texas for peace officers. SU’s police officers are recognized
as peace officers under Article 2.12 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure,
and they make arrests pursuant to the code for crimes defined in the Texas Penal
Code and ordinances of the City of Georgetown. Traffic offenses and other minor
incidents also may be handled through the SU Traffic and Safety Committee or the
University Committee on Discipline. SU officers are armed and in uniform to be
highly visible for the campus community and to act as a deterrent against crime.
The University Police Department prepares and submits offense and incident
reports to the Vice President and Dean of Students and to the Associate Vice
President for Student Life. Information also is shared with other departments
when applicable. Arrest and serious crime information is reported to the
Department of Public Safety’s Uniform Crime Reporting service. Minor
accidents are handled by University Police, and the Georgetown Police Department
is called in to assist when major accidents occur. Any time criminal activity or
anything suspicious is observed on campus, students are encouraged to notify
University Police. The department also should be contacted in the event of the
following: any accident involving vehicles, pedestrians and/or bicycles; injured
persons; fire or smell of smoke; intoxicated or otherwise chemically impaired
person walking or driving; or a situation in which a student has been or is
being threatened.